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Tribune Voter fraud uncovered in Contra Costa As a result of an emergency accommodation to the California Secretary of State’s office, the Contra Costa County Elections Division has discovered that 113 registered voters voted twice and had both ballots counted during the June 7 Presidential Primary Election. The Contra Costa Elections Division plans to send those voter fraud cases to the Contra Costa District Attorney’s office, Registrar of Voters Joe Canciamilla said. Elections Division staff will also send recommendations to the Secretary of State’s office requesting a change in their practices for surrendering vote-by-mail ballots. Contra Costa County’s long standing practice in administering state Election Code 3016 has been to issue provisional ballots to all vote-by-mail voters who surrender their ballots at a polling place. Part of the reason this practice is in place is to prevent voter fraud. The process of surrendering a ballot as it is currently written does not provide a means of detecting or preventing this type of fraud until it is too late. The County is urging Secretary of State Alex Padilla to seek urgency legislation or work with counties to eliminate this vulnerability in the election process for the November election.
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By DAVID SCHOLZ Martinez Tribune MARTINEZ, Calif. – The structural steel skeleton for a new high school is again rising on a Martinez site where 108 years ago the old Alhambra High School once stood. The project is back on track and moving full speed ahead after delays put the project on hold. Entirely new facilities for the Vicente Martinez Continuation High School and Briones Alternative High School, representing 13,150 square feet, will eventually occupy the .70 acre site that also formerly housed the maintenance yard of the Martinez Unified School District. The new construction will include seven classrooms, a learning commons/cafeteria, serving kitchen, independent study and meeting space, and administrative area. SCHOOL: Page 3 JOHN GRUBKA / Courtesy
Firefighters rescued two dogs, a cat and a snake from a residential fire in the 1200 block of Plaza Drive Sunday evening, July 10, 2016. According to ConFire officials, the fire started outside after smoking materials were discarded. The blaze spread to the attic of the home, causing an estimated $50,000 in property damage. Inset: A ConFire firefighter on the roof of the residence, helping extinguish the flames.
Court hears Pine Meadow arguments MARTINEZ, Calif. – A superior court judge ruled tentatively Tuesday to dismiss a suit filed by the owners of the former Pine Meadow Golf Course against the “Friends of Pine Meadow” group. The suit was filed April 4 on behalf of Christine Dean, Denova Homes Inc., and Civic
Martinez LLC against Friends of Pine Meadow, Tim Platt, Mark Thompson, Julian Frazier, Kelly Calhoun and Mike Benson, alleging the “Friends” intentionally interfered with prospective economic advantage of the property owners, and also alleged defamation and conspiracy had been com-
mitted. The Friends group, whose stated goal is to purchase the private property at 451 Vine Hill Way – purportedly for the intention of retaining it as Open Space – has actively been fundraising, petitioning, and lobbying for public support to PINE MEADOW: Page 3
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Police Blotter The crime blotter is compiled from public record and is not confirmed by Martinez Police or any other party unless otherwise stated. Some accounts may be unfounded.
Tuesday, July 5 Around 12:16 a.m., under a railroad crossing near Morello and Marie avenues, someone threw a bottle at a vehicle, shattering the driver’s side window. The driver received facial lacerations to the left side of his face. The victim was taken to the hospital. A fight broke out at the Whiskey Lane bar on Ferry Street around 1:18 a.m. Suspects were gone on arrival. An M-80 firework was found on the front lawn of an Alhambra Avenue residence. These powerful fireworks were originally made in the early 1900s by the U.S. mili-
tary to simulate explosives or artillery fire. A pyrotechnic license is required to possess M-80 fireworks, due to property damage and bodily harm they can impose if detonated improperly. A suspicious vehicle, namely that of a mobile home attached to the power source of the Family Kitchen on Escobar Street, was reported around 6:16 a.m. The reporting party said homeless people were at the back of the business, however, the police log notes everything checked out OK. At 7:07 a.m., a report came in that someone tried to rob a house on Pine Street. The front door was “banged up” with damage around the door handle. Two black male adults, one wearing a blue baseball cap and blue sweatshirt, the other in a red and yellow cap, allegedly took demo phones from the Radio Shack on Ar-
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nold Drive around 12:26 p.m. At 12:43 p.m., a residence on Muir Road was allegedly robbed of a game console and some games. Roommates were home at the time of the robbery, but apparently didn’t hear anything. At 3:34, a 12-year-old said a male in a grey vehicle hit his friend’s bike tire with their car. The vehicle left the area, but the child said they thought police should know. A white male adult in his 50s, with a grey beard, allegedly stole two beers from the 76 gas station on Alhambra Avenue before fleeing on foot toward the freeway. The subject has allegedly visited the gas station before and has been told not to come back. The incident occurred at a quarter to 7. Throughout the night, lots of firework-related incidents were reported.
Wednesday, July 6 An alarm on Escobar street was tripped at 4:54 a.m. Elizabeth Whittington was arrested on burglary-related charges. A good reminder to keep doors locked and alarms armed. A petty theft occurred at Starbucks on Main Street in the very early morning hours. A white male adult, possibly in his late teens, allegedly stole several bags of chips from the location before exiting in the direction of States Coffee on Ward Street. Around 9:36 a.m., it was reported someone carved an “X” into the side of a car parked in front of a Janet Lane residence. Some items from the side of the house were also allegedly thrown into the garbage. Carrie Underwood, stop giving people ideas! At 2:40 p.m. near Susana Street Park on Estudillo, it was reported two white female juveniles brought a broken ping pong table to the park and threw it into the creek. At the Lucky grocery on Arnold Drive around 6 p.m., three small children, includ-
ing an infant, were reportedly in a car alone, with the windows cracked. Tisk, tisk parent/guardian. All sorts of bad things can come of such a scenario. Thankfully, police said checks were OK.
Thursday, July 7 A vehicle theft was reported around 6:30 a.m. on Pacheco Boulevard. Apparently, a person was warming up their car when someone took the vehicle. The suspect left a Razor scooter behind. Tradin’ up! At 7:47 a.m. on Rolling Hill Way, a clothes dryer caught fire. Someone was able to move the dryer outside and ConFire was notified. Around 8 a.m. it was reported someone placed a sticker on a car, on the driver’s side windshield. This happened on Willow Street. At 10:06 a.m. at the District Attorney’s office on Ward Street, there was an alleged gas leak. The building was evacuated. At 1:13 p.m., a woman visiting the Wal-Mart store returned to find a large dent in her car. Not long after at the same location, in an apparent unrelated incident, a white male adult in his 20s, wearing khaki pants, was “acting strange,” running from people, circling and ducking for cover. Danny, stop playing in Wal-Mart. At 4:17 p.m. at the 7-Eleven on Morello Avenue, someone reported their scholarship check in the amount of $1,000 was lost on June 27. The issuer of the check said it had been cashed. A report was taken. Around 6 p.m., two black male adults and a white female adult driving a new car parked in front of a residence on Elm Street. The trio went into a house on Pacheco. Suspiciooouuuus.
Friday, July 8 At 12:14 a.m. on Pine Park Court, someone reported a strong oil/chemical smell in the air. At 4:29 a.m. on Twinflower Court, someone received a text from a neighbor stating some-
one was in their backyard and that they had sprayed the subject with a fire extinguisher. At 9:51 a.m., a pedestrian was hit by a 2008 Dodge Charger near Pacheco Boulevard and Warren Street. There was “a large lump” on the pedestrian’s head, and he had a few scrapes. Police assisted. Neighbors are feuding on Grandview Avenue. Apparently, one neighbor puts their garbage cans on the street “continuously, all the time” so nobody can park there. When another neighbor moves the cans, their car is sprayed with water. #FirstWorldProblems A petty theft allegedly occurred at Walgreens on Alhambra Avenue around 3:09 p.m. A white female adult wearing a summer dress purportedly took items from the store before getting into a black Subaru Outback and driving off towards downtown. This is not the woman’s first petty theft from the location, according to Walgreens. A galloping deer with her young was reported around 4:22 p.m. near Court and Susana streets. Not sure why this was reported, but apparently police did respond. The deer were gone by the time police arrived. At 5:03 p.m. on Court Street, an electric line was purportedly down in the street. The police log notes checks were OK. An assault was reported at 6:39 p.m. on Lang Street. A male allegedly pulled out a baseball bat and multiple parties began physically fighting. One or more of the parties left in a vehicle, which immediately crashed on Miller Avenue. Apparently, the reporting party was struck in the face with the bat and had a bloody lip. One of the persons involved, Cory James Stanley, was arrested. Four unruly teens allegedly threatened a young female employee at the Jack In The Box restaurant on Alhambra Avenue around 7:16 p.m. Three were boys, another was a female. Police abated the situation. At 8:30 p.m., four juveniles were spotted riding scooters on top of the Alhambra High School administration building on E Street. At Eastwoodbury Park near Fig Tree Lane, a large gathering of young adults appeared to be “larping” (role playing) a game that had them “running and chasing eachother all over the park.” The incident had been going on for 20 minutes before the caller reported it to police. Hmm ... imagine that. Kids playing in a park. Better report ‘em!
Arrest Log Those appearing in the following listings have only been arrested on suspicion of the crimes indicated and are presumed innocent. Arrests listed may not necessarily have taken place in Martinez. n James Smith, 38, was arrested July 5 on cruelty to child by inflicting injury charges. n Dennis Kelly, 38, was arrested July 5 on resist/obstruct/delay peace officer-related charges. n Mason Campos, 18, was arrested July 6 on use/under influence controlled substance/ DUI alcohol/drugs charges. n Benjamin Zane, 32, was arrested July 5 for purportedly being intoxicated in public. n Talmedge Pitts, 61, was arrested July 5 on intoxicated in public charges. n Victoria Rodriguez, 33, was arrested July 7 on grand theft of lost property charges. n Tanya Gaxiola, 30, was arrested July 12 for alleged possession of controlled substance. n Taralynn Williams, 28, was arrested July 5 for allegedly taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent. n Luke Gibbons, 35, was arrested on DUI alcohol/ drug-related charges. n Stacy Ciha, 58, was arrested July 5 for battery on person charges. n Sean Finkelstein, 32, was arrested July 5 for warrants or holds only. n Jose Gomez, 23, was arrested on possession of narcotic controlled substance/ driving with license suspended/driving with drugs in system charges. n Ronald Stilwell, 45, was arrested July 12 on warrants or holds only. n Vitorrio Mercurio, 33, was arrested July 11 on revocation of probation, hit and run resulting in injury, display of license plates-related charges. n Aaron Chabot, 34, was arrested July 12 on DUI/alcohol/drugs-related charges. n Aaron Higgins, 22, was arrested July 12 for alleged petty theft. n Michael Payden, 22, was arrested July 12 for alleged possession of narcotic controlled substance, revocation of probation. n Rodrick Braz, 37, was arrested July 12 for warrants or holds only. n Cory Stanley, 30, was arrested July 12 on assault with force likely to produce great bodily injury charges.
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The Friends group replied to the suit with a motion to strike under an anti-SLAPP statute (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation), stating the suit was “without merit” and an “attack on Freedom of Speech rights in Martinez.” Judge Chandra Craddick, in accordance with law in motion procedures designed to quickly move cases through Contra Costa County, tentatively agreed with the Friends group in a dismissal of the case. However, attorneys for the property owners argued in
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court Wednesday morning that the suit should move forward to allow their clients a chance to be heard. Attorney for the plaintiffs, Scott Jenny, alleged the Friends of Pine Meadow group were stalling development of the property in order to “gain an unfair commercial advantage” to purchase the property, and should thereby be deemed as competitors. “The defense argues every aspect of speech is privileged. We dispute that and contend there is ample evidence in record that the defendants are
competitors in the acquiring of this property,” Jenny said. “When you assess speech and conduct involved, is it right to petition government or not petition government? They continue to try to kill that deal (sale and development) and their own documents say that. The plaintiffs are entitled to their day in court.” Jenny further said the case should be heard because it was likely to win in court, at the very least, on the charge of interference. Stuart Flashman, attorney for Friends of Pine Mead-
ow struck back, stating the Friends group should not be viewed as competitors in the sale because their intention is to purchase the property through City funds, grants and donations in order to retain the property as Open Space. “The notion that Friends of Pine Meadow is a business, that they want to run, control and develop, is false,” Flashman said. Jenny however, said some of the Friends’ paperwork had proposed the Shell Refinery even get in on the purchase – a commer-
cial enterprise, Jenny said, that clearly demonstrates the Friends are a competitor. “Platt and Thompson have knocked on my client’s door and tried to get her (Christine Dean) to sell this property. At one point they even stated, ‘We can at least get you something.’ Basically, ‘We’ll give you pennies on the dollar,’” Jenny said. Judge Craddick said she would return a written ruling, including one on a motion to strike by one of the Friends cited on the suit – Kelly Calhoun,
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Late September or early October is the timetable for work to be completed. At that point, district officials will determine when students will move into the building. “Although it would have been more desirable to have the students and staff moved into the new facility prior to the start of this school year, I am certain that upon completion we will have a smooth transition to the facility and the new school will be truly worth the wait,’’ said Martinez Superintendent CJ Cammack. As about 114 Vicente-Briones students await the anticipated move this Fall, they will begin the school year Aug. 23 at the Martinez Adult School on F Street. For an extended period, work on the school’s home along Susana Street was on hold due to an unforeseen concern over nesting owls. However, on May 17, the creatures fledged from their nest, which allowed the tree harboring the nest to be removed. Since then, Bruce
whom the plaintiff’s later dismissed from the case. In the tentative ruling, Calhoun was awarded attorneys fees in the amount of $7,495, however, the judge asked her attorneys to first show proof the $7,495 had accrued and been paid. Meanwhile, the City of Martinez maintains its stance it does not have the funds necessary to purchase the property, and that given the amount of local Open Space and the golf course’s proximity to other parks, it could not justify the purchase.
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Leslie, the bond coordinator for the district, said site preparation work moved forward at an accelerated pace. Cammack was most pleased to see the rapid progress that has taken place in recent weeks after the challenges that went beyond the influence or control of district staff and the board of education. “(All) remained focused on addressing each and every obstacle to ensure we provide this great facility for our students and staff of Vicente-Briones School,’’ Cammack said. Retaining walls followed completion of site preparations, site utilities were placed, and then the layout of the floor plan was completed. Footings for the foundation were poured, and a week later 252 yards of reinforced concrete for the building pad were poured too. Since early July, structural steel columns have been installed and this week installation of steel wall framing commenced. This new high school is budgeted at
$6.8 million. This revised amount, approved last September, is up from $5 million that the school board originally approved in 2012 for the project. To help mitigate a lot of the costs involved with moving the new campus from its original site, the district has been awarded hardship funding totaling $4 million. Leslie noted that the bond team applied earlier this year for hardship funding from the Office of Public School Construction, and the State Allocation Board approved the district’s application. The district’s award will be funded as soon as the State issues new bonds. “Our alternative high school and independent study program are very deserving of this great facility,’’ said Cammack. “I am pleased we are through the previous complications and moving quickly towards completion.’’ “Despite the delays, this school will be a wonderful example of the changing design in 21st century schools,’’ he added.
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Weather, Astronomical & Tides Friday, July 15
Saturday, July 16
Sunday, July 17
Monday, July 18
Tuesday, July 19
Wednesday, July 20
Thursday, July 21
87º / 57º Full day of sunshine
83º / 57º Areas of low clouds
81º / 56º Areas of low clouds
84º / 51º Partly sunny
90º / 49º Partly sunny
90º / 50º Sunny
94º / 51º Clearing and warm
Sunrise / Sunset 5:58 a.m. / 8:30 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 5:59 a.m. / 8:30 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6 a.m. / 8:29 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:01 a.m. / 8:28 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:01 a.m. / 8:28 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:02 a.m. / 8:27 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:03 a.m. / 8:26 p.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 6:38 p.m. / 4:57 a.m. (FD)
Moonrise / Moonset 6:38 p.m. (PD) / 4:57 a.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 7:29 p.m. (PD) / 5:52 a.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 8:16 p.m. (PD) / 6:52 a.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 9 p.m. (PD) / 7:54 a.m.
Moonrise / Moonset Moonrise / Moonset 4:51 a.m. / 3:21 a.m. (FD) 5:46 p.m. / 4:06 a.m. (FD) High Tides 12:15 p.m. (3.84 ft) 11:11 p.m. (5.58 ft)
High Tides 1:07 a.m. (4.10 ft) 11:45 p.m. (5.74 ft)
High Tides 1:54 p.m. (4.30 ft)
High Tides 12:22 a.m. (5.91 ft) 2:38 p.m. (4.46 ft)
High Tides 1:01 a.m. (6 ft) 3:18 p.m. (4.59 ft)
High Tides 1:43 a.m. (6.04 ft) 3:55 p.m. (4.69 ft)
High Tides 2:27 a.m. (6 ft) 4:30 p.m. (4.79 ft)
Low Tides 6:06 a.m. (0.33 ft) 4:52 p.m. (2.26 ft)
Low Tides 6:52 a.m. (.10 ft) 5:43 p.m. (2.49 ft)
Low Tides 7:33 a.m. (-0.07 ft) 6:31 p.m. (2.59 ft)
Low Tides 8:12 a.m. (-0.16 ft) 7:19 p.m. (2.59 ft)
Low Tides 8:48 a.m. (-0.23 ft) 8:06 p.m. (2.53 ft)
Low Tides 9:21 a.m. (-0.30 ft) 8:54 p.m. (2.36 ft)
Low Tides 9:53 a.m. (-0.33 ft) 9:42 p.m. (2.13 ft)
Temperatures from AccuWeather. Astronomical information by U.S. Naval Observatory Astronomical Applications Department. Water levels measured from Martinez-Amorco Pier. (FD is Following Day; PD is Preceding Day.)
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Datebook Friday, July 8 Fridays on the Main When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 8 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez. Details: Car cruise & show, live music and farmers market. Cost: Free Info: www.fridaysonthemain.com
Saturday, July 9 Main Street Arts Grand Opening When: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, July 9 Where: Main Street Arts, 613 Main St., Martinez. Details: Member Gallery with 10 local artists participating, including Bonnie Fry, Pam McCauley, Jerry Hild, Gwenn Spratt, Nancy Robinson, Warren Rose, Stanley Satchell, Mimi Wirth, Lynne McManus and Jeremy Goodson. Also showing is Guest Artist, Sarah Gross, nationally known artist and teacher. Visit with artists, enjoy refreshments and get to know the new gallery. Cost: Free Info: www.mainstreetarts.net
Sunday, July 10 Sunday Farmers Market When: Sunday, July 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Estudillo and Main streets, Martinez.
Details: Year-round market offers fresh fruits and vegetables and other farmgrown/home-made foods and wares. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.pcfma.com
Monday, July 11 Movie at the Library When: 6 p.m. Monday, July 11 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Everyone is invited! Join the Martinez Library for a Monday Movie Night showing of “The Lego Movie.” We will start the show at 6 p.m. All ages are welcome, but children must be supervised by a parent or guardian. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Tuesday, July 12 Legos at the Library When: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 12 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: This is a chance to learn tips and tricks from an expert in all things Lego. He will show various constructions and help you make something amazing. Come join in the creative fun. Ages 4 and up. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org CCRMC Farmers Market
One on one computer help A computer docent is at the Martinez Library on Mondays and Tuesdays (formerly on Fridays) to help with computer related questions. Make reservations on Monday for between 3-5 p.m. or 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. Please stop by the reference desk or give the Library a call at (925) 646-9900 for reservations.
Magazines & soft-back books needed! Magazines (and soft back books) are needed at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. The Auxiliary Volunteers deliver some 150 magazines each week to the 14 waiting rooms around the hospital and clinics. The magazines help make the long waits bearable. Bring magazines to the hospital lobby information desk or the Gift Shop. All personal labels are removed by the Auxiliary Volunteers before they are delivered. For more information please call the Gift Shop at (925) 370-5818, or email Rhonda.Smith@hsd.cccounty.us.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 12 Where: Contra Costa Regional Medical Center parking lot, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. Details: Seasonal farmers market offers healthy local produce including vegetables, local honey, jams, nuts, salsa, hummus, dips and granola. An array of lunch options available, with table seating. Live music also on site! CalFresh accepted. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.cccfm.org
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Friday, July 15 Fridays on the Main When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 15 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez. Details: Car cruise & show, live music and farmers market. Cost: Free Info: www.fridaysonthemain.com
Saturday, July 16 Drones When: 3 p.m. Saturday, July 16 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Alvin Alejandro, owner and operator of Aerial Vue, will give a talk on various topics related to drones, including what they are, who uses them, their various uses, controversies, and laws related to their use. Question and answer session to follow, plus a demonstration and raffle. No registration required. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org Ice Cream Social When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 16 Where: Contra Costa County History Center, 724 Escobar St., Martinez. Details: The Contra Costa County Historical Society is hosting an Ice Cream
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Habitat for Humanity’s Muir Ridge Development on Pacheco Boulevard takes shape. The development will feature 20 new single-lot affordable homes. The homes will be simple, modestly sized and incorporate green building features. Visit www.habitatebsv.org for more information about Habitat for Humanity, how to volunteer or donate, or to download a Homeowner Interest Form.
Social and Open House to celebrate National Ice Cream Day and summertime in CoCo County. Stop by for a scoop and a tour of the County Archives! Cost: $5 suggested donation Info: www.cocohistory.com
sary of Port Chicago explosion and the National Park Service centennial. Cost: Free of charge, but registration is required. Info: (925) 228-8860 (press 2, then dial ext. 6424), or visit www.ebparks.org
Sunday, July 17
Tuesday, July 19
Sunday Farmers Market When: Sunday, July 17, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Estudillo and Main streets, Martinez. Details: Year-round market offers fresh fruits and vegetables and other farmgrown/home-made foods and wares. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.pcfma.com
Road Scholar When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 19 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Gladys Gilliland of Road Scholar, a non-profit educational travel program for seniors, will talk about her experiences traveling in Italy and Cuba. Find out more about the program and the exciting travel and educational opportunities it offers! No registration required. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Port Chicago Commemoration When: 3:30 p.m. Sunday, July 17 Where: Concord Hills Regional Park (former Concord Naval Weapons Station). Details: Event to commemorate 72nd anniver-
CCRMC Farmers Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 19 Where: Contra Costa Regional Medical Center
parking lot, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. Details: Seasonal farmers market offers healthy local produce including vegetables, local honey, jams, nuts, salsa, hummus, dips and granola. An array of lunch options available, with table seating. Live music also on site! CalFresh accepted. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.cccfm.org
Wednesday, July 20 Wii Wednesday When: 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, July 20 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Wii will be set up in the downstairs for games. Bring a friend! Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Friday, July 22 Fridays on the Main When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 22 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez. Details: Car cruise & show, live music and farmers market. Cost: Free Info: www.fridaysonthemain.com
Sunday, July 24 Sunday Farmers Market When: Sunday, July 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Estudillo and Main streets, Martinez.
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Datebook Details: Year-round market offers fresh fruits and vegetables and other farmgrown/home-made foods and wares. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.pcfma.com
Monday, July 25 Magic with Magician Mike When: 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 25 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: See magic come to life at the Martinez Library with a magic show for all ages. End the Summer Reading Festival with fun, laughter, and the power of make-believe! Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Tuesday, July 26 Art History Discussion: Man Ray When: 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 26 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Art can take many forms. Please join art docent Lorena Castillo for a discussion of the works of artist Man Ray. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org CCRMC Farmers Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 26 Where: Contra Costa Regional Medical Center parking lot, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. Details: Seasonal farmers market offers healthy local produce including vegetables, local honey, jams, nuts, salsa, hummus, dips and granola. An array of lunch options available, with table seating. Live music also on site! CalFresh accepted. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.cccfm.org
Friday, July 29 Fridays on the Main When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 29 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez. Details: Car cruise & show, live music and farmers market. Cost: Free Info: www.fridaysonthe-
with Marilyn When: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, July 30 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Get hands on instruction from Marilyn, dedicated and talented volunteer, who works with adults and teens of all skill levels. Work on current projects or be inspired to learn a new hobby. All instruction is free and no registration is required. Please bring your own materials. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Sunday, July 31 Sunday Farmers Market When: Sunday, July 31, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Estudillo and Main streets, Martinez. Details: Year-round market offers fresh fruits and vegetables and other farmgrown/home-made foods and wares. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.pcfma.com
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Beaver Festival When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 Where: “Beaver Park” at corner of Alhambra and Marina Vista avenues, Martinez. Details: Ninth annual celebration of Martinez Beavers and other wildlife. Exhibits, lessons, arts & crafts, children’s parade. Fun and educational for all ages. Cost: Free, but kids bracelets go fast (first come, first served). Info: www.martinezbeavers.org
National Night Out When: 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2 Where: Creekside Church, 444 Fig Tree Lane; Nancy Boyd Park, 100 Church St.; Les Schwab Tires, 3800 Alhambra Ave.; Harbor View Neighborhood, 2200 block of Harbor View. Details: Join neighbors and first responders for food, jump houses, car seat installations, inspections, etc. Info: Martinez Police Department on Facebook Art Happy Hour When: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2 Where: La Tapatia Restaurant, 536 Main St., Martinez. Details: Learn how to make a bird necklance during an easy, fun, guided Art Happy Hour. All materials, apron provided. Arrive early to order food or drinks – tell server you’re with Art Happy Hour. Age 21+ only. Event lasts 2-3 hours. Cost: $45 (food, drinks separate). Info: https://art-happyhours.myshopify.com
Saturday, Aug. 6 Shakespeare in the Park When: 3 p.m. Saturday
Art in the Park When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 21 Where: Susana Park (Susana and Estudillo streets, Martinez). Details: Arts & crafts, food, drinks, live music and art. Cost: Free admission. Info: martinezarts.org
Saturday, Aug. 30 Big Bag of Books Sale! When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St. (lower level), Martinez. Details: For $5, fill a grocery sack with books you choose from a huge selection. All proceeds support library programs. Sponsored by Friends of the Martinez Library. FOML members are admitted at 10 a.m. Info: (925) 229-1959
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Aug. 6 Where: Martinez Waterfront Amphitheater, 115 Tarantino Drive, Martinez. Details: Taming of the Shrew, directed by Lindsay Stoltz-Karimian and performed by Vallejo Shakespeare in the Park players, will premiere in Martinez. Cost: Free Info: http://vallejoshakespeare.wix.com
Shakespeare in the Park When: 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7 Where: Martinez Waterfront Amphitheater, 115 Tarantino Drive, Martinez. Details: Taming of the Shrew, directed by Lindsay Stoltz-Karimian and performed by Vallejo Shakespeare in the Park players, will premiere in Martinez. Cost: Free Info: http://vallejoshakespeare.wix.com
Sunday, Aug. 21
Martinis on the Plaza Gala When: 6:30-10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 Where: Ignacio Plaza, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez. Details: “Martinez’s most acclaimed social event.” Swing/Rat Pack themed event hosted by the Martinez Chamber of Commerce. Music, food from regional restaurants, martinis. Must be 21 or older. Cost: $70-$600 Info: (925) 228-2345 or https://www.eventbrite. com
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Personal views expressed in the Voice section are solely those of the respective contributors and, unless otherwise labeled, do not reflect those of the Martinez Tribune, its advertisers or affiliates.
Letters
Question for supervisor: How exactly will County step up? Dear Supervisor Glover, I am writing in response to the article on Page 2 of the Martinez Tribune (see the July 1-7, 2016, edition) which quotes Lavonna Martin, chief of Homeless Services for Contra Costa County. She is quoted as saying that she “expects different groups possessing their own areas of expertise to come forward with proposals” to presumably fill the hole by Contra
Costa Homeless Outreach. Admittedly, the article was extremely brief and probably lacked adequate context to her statements. Regardless, all I can say to that approach is, good luck. My understanding is that the County has failed to support this organization which led, or at least contributed, to their financial demise. How can Ms. Martin (and you) expect others to step forward
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given the poor track record of the County? It is a crying shame that the County has failed to adequately support an extremely lean and cost effective organiza-
Dear Editor, I am writing after receiving a letter from the City of Martinez dated June 30, 2016. The letter’s subject is to notify water users that the City did NOT comply with State Regulations in 2015 in regards to testing for lead and copper in water distributed to users. It is horrifying to learn that this significant oversight took place, especially with the ongoing water crisis in Flint,
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Michigan. The residents of Flint have been exposed to lead poisoning for a number of years now. The main cause of the Flint water poisoning was the lack/ improper addition of corrosion prevention additives to the treated water, which led to high quantities of lead leeching from the pipes into the water.. With the lack of mandated testing in 2015 it leaves the Martinez water users not knowing if their water contained SAFE
levels of lead and copper during 2015. With the water crisis in Flint Michigan being first reported in early 2015, why did our mayor wait so long to request a report on lead in our City’s water supply. This lack of concern for the water users in Martinez shows a lack of leadership by our mayor. Kind Regards, Mike Fleming
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The mark of sustainable forestry.
I am looking to you, as a leader, to work with others and step forward with some more proactive and concrete measures to combat this complicated problem.
Martinez water in 2015 lacked oversight
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The Martinez Tribune is published in Martinez on a weekly basis and distributed to Martinez, Alhambra Valley, Vine Hill, Reliez Valley, Mountain View, Pleasant Hill, Pacheco, and Contra Costa Centre every Friday. Subscriptions are $29 per year. Mailed subscriptions (outside delivery areas) are $89 per year. Newsstand price is 75¢ per copy.
tion, and that it was forced to close shop. The County is simply not providing adequate funding to provide solutions, which must include funding dignified housing to people.
All of the 19 cities in Contra Costa County have unique attributes that set their downtowns apart from one another. Concord has Todos Santos Plaza; Pleasant Hill has Crescent Drive. Clayton has Concerts in the Grove. Martinez has a historic and quaint downtown adjacent to the waterfront with a cluster of government buildings that loom above all others. Since Contra Costa became
a county, Martinez has been the county seat, and host to all that designation brings. It includes the Board of Supervisors, Sheriff, District Attorney, Superior Courts, County hospital and welfare services. This brings employees, attorneys, jurors, defendants and the general public from all over the East Bay into downtown Martinez. It also brings in those released from jail, released mentally ill pa-
tients, and individuals seeking welfare services and support. This has created a huge challenge for the Martinez Police Department, Public Works and the businesses in the downtown. But about 12 years ago, a gentleman by the name of Doug Stewart appeared on the scene and offered his help to the city in stemming our problem of homelessness. Doug had started to seek out solutions to the homeless issues in Pacheco, as a member of the Pacheco Municipal Advisory Council, by going out at night and finding the homeless in his community and getting them help. He would provide blankets, socks, personal hygiene kits and rides to BART or a bus. Thus was born the Pacheco Homeless Outreach. Doug expanded the operation into Martinez and we immediately saw the benefit. To help defray costs, the city granted Doug a small amount of money which eventually turned into a budget line item of $30,000 per year. u HOMELESSNESS: Page 7
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When it comes to computers, I talk a good game Miller points out parade faux pas By GREG SCHWEM Tribune Content Agency
My dog’s incessant barking signaled the computer technician’s arrival at my front door. This time, I vowed, I would be ready. Prior to his visit, I’d had exactly one encounter with an on-site, in-home, let-a-complete-stranger-probe-my-PC technician. It occurred in 1996, shortly after the arrival of Microsoft’s Windows 95 operating system, a landmark product that thoroughly confused every computer owner (me included). Within days after purchasing and (sort of) installing it, I was desperate for someone, anyone, to come to my house, and fix the problem that I could barely explain, seeing that my computer vernacular was, at the time, on par with my knowledge of a nuclear submarine’s electrical system. “The little pointy arrow thing isn’t moving,” I distinctly remember telling the technician, who gently asked me if I was referring to the mouse. I was. “Also, what’s the difference between a megabyte and
a gigabyte?” The technician fixed my system after “rebooting,” a term previously foreign to me but one I soon realized meant “$125 for 15 minutes of labor.” Since then I vowed to learn as much as possible about computers, so I wouldn’t be beholden to the whims, not to mention the hourly rates, of outside help. I’ve researched how to perform system restores, upgrade to Windows 10 and back up my entire iTunes library. Then I’ve actually executed the tasks flawlessly, patting myself on the back in the process. But when my computer failed to “boot up” recently, and I heard an unfamiliar three-beep sequence accompanied by an orange glowing power button, I reluctantly decided it was time to opt for a second in-home visit. Only this time I would make the tech earn his money. “I ran the repair diagnostics tool and have screenshots of each session including the root causes,” I said as the technician entered my office. “Give me your cell and I’ll text you everything. I’ve run
the disk defrag and scandisk tools but both came back clean. As you can see, I’ve unplugged all my peripherals. And if you have to wipe the hard drive, don’t worry; everything is backed up in the cloud. By the way, do you accept Apple Pay?” “Have you tried rebooting the system?” the technician asked, thoroughly unimpressed with my improved computer vocabulary. “Of course I rebooted the system. I don’t want to be charged $125.” “Excuse me?” “Never mind,” I said. “Old joke.” I waited while he tapped a few keys. “If you’re trying to start it in ‘safe’ mode, I already did that,” I said proudly. “I assume you’ve taken a look inside the system?” he said finally. “Sure. I told you I ran a diagnostics test on the whole PC,” I said. “No. I mean, have you actually removed the cover and looked inside the system?’ he said. “You seem pretty tech savvy.” “Uh no. How do I do that?” “It’s one screw,” he said.
“I’m guessing you might have a failing motherboard or maybe we need to reseat your video card. When was the last time you upgraded your video card?” “I need to upgrade my video card?” I asked. “What about the cloud?” “What about it?” he said. “The cloud has nothing to do with your issue.” “Oh,” I said, now feeling about six inches tall. The technician pulled a screwdriver from his pocket, removed the cover and sighed. “Here’s your problem,” he said. “What? You can already tell?” I said. “Yes. The fan is covered in dust. That’s what’s preventing the system from starting. You need to clean it out every now and then. Get a can of compressed gas. Ten bucks at Sam’s Club.” He pulled a can from his bag and aimed it directly at the fan. Dust bunnies the size of actual rabbits flew into the air. He pressed the power button and the computer roared to life, minus the three beeps. “All fixed,” he said. “That will be $175 and yes, we do accept Apple Pay. You’ll be receiving a short survey via email. I’d appreciate a good review.” “Be happy to,” I said. “I’ll just click five stars with the pointy thing.” “Excuse me?” “Never mind.” Greg Schwem is a corporate stand-up comedian and author of two books: “Text Me If You’re Breathing: Observations, Frustrations and Life Lessons From a Low-Tech Dad” and the recently released “The Road To Success Goes Through the Salad Bar: A Pile of BS From a Corporate Comedian,” available at Amazon.com. Visit Greg on the web at www. gregschwem.com.
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Dear Editor, Your article on July 8, giving kudos to John Stevens for finding a creative way to be a part of the July 4th celebration and not break the rules, was informative in two ways. First, he was creative. Second, it was telling about his character. You made reference to the parade rules which forbid candidates from riding in the parade, but went no further. You failed to mention that another candidate did not adhere to the rules. Candidate Noralea Gipner was in the parade, riding in a car with Councilmember Lara DeLaney which had banners on each side exhibiting each of their names. As a result, Main Street Martinez, which organized the parade, had to ask Gipner to remove her banners. She did, and chose to still remain in the parade, despite the rule opposing it. It is disturbing to see that she has already fallen under the wing of DeLaney and choosing to violate the rules. We should watch very closely to see what happens in this election. I am looking to see if we are really going to have a choice of new leadership or just more of the same, manipulated by the likes of DeLaney. – Robert Miller
This Week in History By MARK ANDREWS Tribune Content Agency July 18: ON THIS DATE in A.D. 64, the Great Fire of Rome began. In 1969, campaign worker Mary Jo Kopechne died when a car driven by Sen. Edward Kennedy plunged off a bridge on Chappaquiddick Island. July 19: ON THIS DATE in 1870, the Franco-Prussian war began. In 1979, the Nicaraguan capital of Managua fell to Sandinista guerrillas, two days after President Anastasio Somoza fled the country. July 20: ON THIS DATE in 1944, an attempt by dissident German officers to assassinate Adolf Hitler failed when a bomb planted at the Nazi leader’s Rastenburg headquarters only wounded him. In 1969, Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin became the first men to walk on the moon. July 21: ON THIS DATE in 1861, the first major battle of the Civil War – at Manassas, Virginia – ended with a Confederate victory. In 1954, France surrendered North Vietnam to the communists. July 22: ON THIS DATE in 1942, gasoline rationing began in the United States during World War II. In 1967, Jimi Hendrix quit as the opening act on the Monkees’ tour. July 23: ON THIS DATE in 1914, Austria-Hungary issued an ultimatum to Serbia following the killing of Archduke Francis Ferdinand by a Serb; the dispute contributed to the start of World War I. In 1967, rioting that claimed 43 lives erupted in Detroit. July 24: ON THIS DATE in 1948, Soviet forces blockaded Berlin from the west. In 1974, the Supreme Court ruled 8-0 that President Nixon must turn over subpoenaed White House tape recordings to the Watergate special prosecutor. This week’s question: What was the U.S. motto authorized by Congress in 1956?
HOMELESSNESS: Continued from Page 6
The organization became Pacheco/Martinez Homeless Outreach. Soon, the communities of Richmond and Concord saw the good work that Doug and his volunteer crew was accomplishing and they contracted for his services. The organization then became Contra Costa Homeless Outreach. For years, they went out almost every night of the week seeking out the homeless and getting them what they needed – clean and dry socks, a blanket, a ride to a shelter.
For a multitude of reasons, including financial and personal, Doug decided to retire from this line of work and shut the organization down. All operations ceased June 30, leaving a gaping hole in homeless services in Contra Costa County. As a result, I recently met with Martinez Police Chief Manjit Sappal, City Manager Brad Kilger, Bill Schilz and Doug. We wanted to hear from Doug and Bill what we would expect to find in the Martinez home-
less community – where the encampments are, who are the regulars he deals with, what challenges they had, and what Doug and Bill thought needed to be done. Out of that meeting we have mapped some initial strategy on how to move forward, and to not only continue, but to improve, the services that Contra Costa Homeless Outreach has been providing the homeless, and therefore, the entire Martinez community. And since homelessness is not just a Mar-
tinez problem, we will be contacting other cities to see if they will have an interest in working with us. Through the generosity of Tesoro and a grant of $90,000 over three years, combined with the money already allocated in the Police Department, we will be able to get started. Rob Schroder is the mayor of the City of Martinez. Email him at rschroder@cityof martinez.org.
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Otters shine at Devil Mountain; MCST wins over ‘Dolfins’ On Wednesday evening, July 6, the Martinez Community Swim Team (MCST) Otters took on the Pleasant Hill “Dolfins” in a first-ever meeting between these two local teams. Top scorers for the Otter girls included Lizzy Atencio (17), Bella Wilhite (6), Adelina Purewal (7), Briar Cue (7) and Ava Hansen (6). Top Scorers for the Otter boys were Kyle Takamoto (10), Ryan Fowlar (18), Max Schulze (7), Noah Gutierrez (8), Josh Deilke (18), Nick Wright (14), James Roderick (10) and Devin Purewal (11). Just a few days later, on Saturday and Sunday, July 9 & 10, the Otters competed in the annual Devil Mountain Pentathlon, hosted by the Dana Hills Swim Team in Clayton. This invitational swim meet included over 1,000 swimmers from 15 swim teams throughout Contra Costa County. The Otters performed admirably, winning several overall and indi-
vidual awards, and as a team achieving over 230 personal best times. In the Devil Mountain Pentathlon, each competitor swims five events: butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, freestyle and an individual medley (or a 50-meter freestyle for the 6-and-under swimmers). The top eight swimmers in each individual event are given awards, and the top eight swimmers are awarded for their overall performance over all five events. For the coveted overall awards, MCST had three swimmers take home top honors. Bella Wilhite finished sixth place overall in the 6-and-under girls’ division; Layna Panaguiton (10) finished fourth overall in the 9-10 girls’ division and Josh Deilke finished sixth overall in the 15-18 boys’ division. MCST had seven swimmers finish in the top eight in their individual events. In the 6-and-under girls division, Bella Wilhite, finished fifth
in backstroke, tied for sixth in freestyle and finished fifth in the 50-meter freestyle, and Ava Hansen (6) finished sixth in backstroke, tied for sixth in freestyle and finished fifth in the 50-meter freestyle. In the 9-10 girls’ division, Layna Panaguiton finished in first place in backstroke. In the 11-12 boys’ division, Devin Purewal finished fifth place in backstroke. In the 1314 boys’ division, Nick Wright finished second in freestyle. In the 15-18 boys’ division, Ryan Fowlar finished third in butterfly, in second place in back stroke, second place in freestyle and third place in the individual medley. Josh Deilke finished seventh in the backstroke as well as seventh in breast stroke. Look for more Otter news in the coming weeks, as our hometown swimmers take on the Pleasant Hill Aquatics Swim Team, Oakwood, Oakhurst, Forest Hills, the Benicia Stingrays and the Crockett Swim Team.
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Martinez Community Swim Team members Rosie Deilke, Ariel Friedman and Grace Barnacal take a break for a picture at the Devil Mountain Pentathlon on Saturday, July 9-10, in Clayton.
Spring All-DFAL Selections
Karlee Sparacino, MVP
Bri Perez, First Team
Will Jochum, First Team
Kyle Fitzpatrick, First Team
Sam Whitworth, MVP
Tyler Peters, First Team
Regan Silva, First Team
Lindsey Osmer, First Team
Kimiko Zapanta, First Team
Miranda Nilson, First Team
Morgan Azevedo, First Team
Matt Beck, Gold Glove
Trent Greene, Second Team
Cole Gifford, Second Team
Jason Rubio, Second Team
Kelby Fuss, Second Team
Cara DiMercurio, Second Team
Ryan Fowlar, Second Team Honorable Mention
Tony Moore, Second Team
Jackson Norried, Second Team
Alin Torio, Second Team
Savio Prieto, Second Team
Jerald Jianoran, Second Team
Brett Sterrer Garrett Arreaga Luiza Daberdaku Kiersten Soza Sarah Mills Madeline Cervantes Maci Shepherd Briana Edwards Mackenzie Duarte Nick Ertola Kieara Rios
SHOOT IT BELLA BOCCE TOTALS
11 8 99
16 19 99
0.407 0.296 0.500
27 27 198
% 0.667 0.556 0.481 0.467 0.467 0.444 0.433 0.500
Games Played 27 27 27 30 30 27 30 198
TEAM SHELL BOCCIATORI SMB YOU WANNA BOCCE LA BELLA VITA SALUTI DR. "B'S" BLASTERS SONS OF A BOCCE
Games Played 30 30 30 27 27 27 27 198
TEAM THAT'S WHATSHE SAID… GOOD TIME ROLLERS BOCCE FRIENDS B.U.I. BOBS YOUR UNCLE K-2-K ROLLOERS D'BOCCERI
Games Played 27 30 30 27 27 27 30 198
TEAM MISSION IMBOCCEBALL BOCCE BY THE BAY WARF RATS MISFITS CELLAR DWELLERS BOWLING THUNDER N.U.T.S.
BALL WEEVELS INCOGNITO TOTALS
TUESDAY OPEN E DIVISION
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TEAM MARDI GRAS MADNESS BOCCE AMICI TOO ROLLIN' UP X-RAYS BOCCE BOUNCERS HIGH CASINOS GSD
Sports
TOTALS
Martinez Bocce Federation Standings
The Martinez Bocce Federation consists of 235 teams within excess of 500 players participating across 32 different divisions. The courts are located at the Martinez Marina. MBF Standings current as of Saturday, July 11, 2016. MONDAY VOLO DIVISION TEAM CAVALIERI LE PETOMANE FINE LINE I TOL U BOCCE BY TATE RED HOOK RED DEVILS TOTALS
WON 8 7 6 5 3 1 30
LOST 2 3 4 5 7 9 30
% 0.800 0.700 0.600 0.500 0.300 0.100 0.500
Games Played 10 10 10 10 10 10 60
% 0.704 0.630 0.593 0.500 0.481 0.333 0.208 0.500
Games Played 27 27 27 24 27 24 24 180
% 0.704 0.625 0.542 0.444 0.417 0.407 0.370 0.500
Games Played 27 24 24 27 24 27 27 180
% 0.741 0.593 0.583 0.481 0.407 0.375 0.292 0.500
Games Played 27 27 24 27 27 24 24 180
% 0.708 0.630 0.630 0.593 0.542 0.208 0.185 0.500
Games Played 24 27 27 27 24 24 27 180
% 0.800 0.733 0.556 0.519 0.407 0.259 0.200 0.500
Games Played 30 30 27 27 27 27 30 198
MONDAY OPEN B DIVISION TEAM KNIGHTS TEMPLAR CHALLENGERS OUT OF TOWNERS PEDAL PUB ROLLING STONES PALLINOS FIRE BALLS TOTALS
WON 19 17 16 12 13 8 5 90
LOST 8 10 11 12 14 16 19 90
MONDAY OPEN C DIVISION TEAM VINO ROSSO HOLY ROLLERS LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL THROW DOWN WISKEY LANE SHOOTERS NU RAYS 3 I VINCITORI TOTALS
WON 19 15 13 12 10 11 10 90
LOST 8 9 11 15 14 16 17 90
MONDAY OPEN D DIVISION TEAM KATIES KIDS BOCCE BOMBERS MASTER BLASTERS LA BOCCE VITA TEAM OEHRLEIN FARLO BAMBINO FARLO COSI VICINO TOTALS
WON 20 16 14 13 11 9 7 90
LOST 7 11 10 14 16 15 17 90
MONDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM BEEOCHI BALLERS BOCCE AMICI RETIREMENT SOLUTIONS 2 ON A ROLL RAT BLASTARDS EAT, DRINK, ROLL ALLBOCCE'D UP TOTALS
WON 17 17 17 16 13 5 5 90
LOST 7 10 10 11 11 19 22 90
TUESDAY OPEN A DIVISION TEAM THE PLAYERS BOCCE BY TATE SPEDS TEAM BOB NOSOTROS EIGHT THE HARD WAY ARSENAL TOTALS
WON 24 22 15 14 11 7 6 99
LOST 6 8 12 13 16 20 24 99
TUESDAY OPEN B DIVISION TEAM THE OTHER TEAM TIRAMISU BOCCEE BUSTERS THE PROS FROM DOVER DRUNKEN DEBOCCERY WILD & WACKY BOCCE BRAWLERS TOTALS
WON 21 19 15 16 13 9 6 99
LOST 9 11 12 14 14 18 21 99
% 0.700 0.633 0.556 0.533 0.481 0.333 0.222 0.500
Games Played 30 30 27 30 27 27 27 198
WON 18 15 13 14 14 12 13 99
LOST 9 12 14 16 16 15 17 99
TOTALS
WON 21 21 17 11 11 10 8 99
LOST 9 9 13 16 16 17 19 99
% 0.700 0.700 0.567 0.407 0.407 0.370 0.296 0.500
TEAM KIWANIS ROTARY ROLLERS DELLA PIPA LA FOLLA SQUADRA RIVER ROLLERS BOTCHMEISTERS JUST HAVIN' FUN TOTALS
WON 20 22 18 15 14 9 1 99
LOST 7 8 12 12 13 18 29 99
% 0.741 0.733 0.600 0.556 0.519 0.333 0.033 0.500
TOTALS
WON 22 16 14 15 12 13 7 99
LOST 8 11 13 15 15 17 20 99
% 0.733 0.593 0.519 0.500 0.444 0.433 0.259 0.500
TEAM RAPID ROLLERS THE MARKSMEN BALLS OF JUSTICE BOCCE GOURMET LONG SHOTS MARINA MAULERS TAP THAT P TOTALS
WON 20 17 17 13 13 13 6 99
LOST 7 13 13 14 14 17 21 99
% 0.741 0.567 0.567 0.481 0.481 0.433 0.222 0.500
TOTALS
LOST 11 13 13 12 14 14 22 99
% 0.593 0.567 0.567 0.556 0.533 0.481 0.185 0.500
Games Played 27 30 30 27 30 27 27 198
% 0.633 0.567 0.567 0.519 0.481 0.407 0.296 0.500
Games Played 30 30 30 27 27 27 27 198
SLOW AND EASY CJ#2 EASY ROLLERS HARD TO HANDLE LUCKY 7 WHATS THE POINT? RELATIVITY TOTALS
WON 21 15 15 13 13 12 10 99
LOST 9 12 15 14 14 15 20 99
TOTALS
WON 19 17 17 14 13 11 8 99
LOST 11 13 13 13 14 16 19 99
TOTALS
WON 18 15 13 14 14 12 13 99
LOST 9 12 14 16 16 15 17 99
% 0.667 0.556 0.481 0.467 0.467 0.444 0.433 0.500
Games Played 27 27 27 30 30 27 30 198
TEAM BOCCE BY TATE SHORTS NO GOOD A.B.C. AMICI BOCCE COUTSHIP MISFITS BLUE BALLS FREE AGENTS DUCKS JUST FRIENDS TOTALS
WON 21
LOST 9
TEAM BAJA BOCCE DUSTY BALLS DA CONCEICAO CONSTRUCTION LUTHER'S REBS VOLARE CON LE BOCCE GRAPE GUZZLERS BOCCE BUDDIES II TOTALS
TEAM THAT'S HOW WE ROLL FRIDAY NIGHT ROLLERS BUONO BOCCE LA DOLCE VITA MARTINEZ LIONS CLUB AMICI BOCCE NOVA TOTALS
WON 18 15 14 15 13 13 11 99
LOST 12 12 13 15 14 17 16 99
% 0.600 0.556 0.519 0.500 0.481 0.433 0.407 0.500
Games Played 30 27 27 30 27 30 27 198
WON 18 16 15 16 16 14 4 99
LOST 12 11 12 14 14 13 23 99
% 0.600 0.593 0.556 0.533 0.533 0.519 0.148 0.500
Games Played 30 27 27 30 30 27 27 198
WON 19 17 16 15 13 10 9 99
LOST 11 10 11 15 17 17 18 99
% 0.633 0.630 0.593 0.500 0.433 0.370 0.333 0.500
Games Played 30 27 27 30 30 27 27 198
WON 20 16 14 15 12 11 11 99
LOST 10 14 13 15 15 16 16 99
% 0.667 0.533 0.519 0.500 0.444 0.407 0.407 0.500
Games Played 30 30 27 30 27 27 27 198
% 0.667 0.600 0.593 0.481 0.467 0.444 0.222 0.500
Games Played 30 30 27 27 30 27 27 198
% 0.667 0.633 0.556 0.533 0.519 0.407 0.200 0.500
Games Played 27 30 27 30 27 27 30 198
% 0.633 0.593 0.567 0.519 0.467 0.444 0.259 0.500
Games Played 30 27 30 27 30 27 27 198
% 0.704 0.700 0.667 0.500 0.407 0.370 0.167 0.500
Games Played 27 30 27 30 27 27 30 198
% 0.800 0.704 0.600 0.500 0.333 0.259 0.259 0.500
Games Played 30 27 30 30 27 27 27 198
% 0.633 0.630 0.600 0.519 0.500 0.407 0.185 0.500
Games Played 30 27 30 27 30 27 27 198
% 0.778 0.733 0.556 0.481 0.333 0.333 0.300 0.500
Games Played 27 30 27 27 30 27 30 198
% 0.741 0.741 0.519 0.500 0.444 0.433 0.167 0.500
Games Played 27 27 27 30 27 30 30 198
FRIDAY OPEN C DIVISION
% 0.700 0.556 0.500 0.481 0.481 0.444 0.333 0.500
Games Played 30 27 30 27 27 27 30 198
% 0.788 0.636 0.606 0.606 0.576 0.424 0.424 0.394 0.333 0.212 0.500
Games Played 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 330
% 0.636 0.636 0.606 0.576 0.545 0.485 0.455 0.424 0.400 0.200 0.500
Games Played 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 30 30 324
% 0.636 0.606 0.606 0.606 0.606 0.485 0.455 0.394 0.333 0.273 0.500
Games Played 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 330
% 0.700 0.667 0.630 0.500 0.481 0.370 0.111 0.500
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TEAM JUICED BALLS HOOKERS & BANKERS BOCCE WEEKENDERS WANT SOME GET SOME BOCCE BUMS SPACED OUT SLIM CHANCE TOTALS
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TEAM CROCKETT CRYSTALS BOCCE BRUISERS BOCCE PER SEMPRE ZAPPERS CARQUINEZ STRAITS BOCCE FRIENDS SUGAR CUBES BOCCIATORI LA BELLA VITA OUR GANG TOTALS
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WON 20 18 16 13 14 12 6 99
LOST 10 12 11 14 16 15 21 99
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WON 21 20 13 11 11 11 12 99
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NBA MEAT THE KINDERS GREAT BALLS OF FIRE MT DIABLOS CIA BALLS ON FIRE PALLINO PALS TOTALS
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SUNDAY OPEN D DIVISION TEAM ROLLIN' STONES BOCCE AND BEYOND CANCEL MY APPOINTMENTS AND … THE STRAIT SHOOTERS HI ROLLERZ V.A. NOBLES STEWART SOLUTIONS TOTALS
WON 21 22 15 13 10 9 9 99
LOST 6 8 12 14 20 18 21 99
SUNDAY OPEN E DIVISION
THURSDAY OPEN D DIVISION TEAM THAT'S WHATSHE SAID…
LOST 11 11 13 13 16 15 20 99
SUNDAY OPEN CC DIVISION TEAM
THURSDAY OPEN C DIVISION TEAM SHELL BOCCIATORI SMB YOU WANNA BOCCE LA BELLA VITA SALUTI DR. "B'S" BLASTERS SONS OF A BOCCE
WON 19 16 17 14 14 12 7 99
SUNDAY OPEN C DIVISION TEAM
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LOST 9 11 12 14 13 16 24 99
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WON 18 19 15 16 14 11 6 99
FRIDAY OPEN E DIVISION
TOTALS
Games Played 30
Games Played 30 27 27 27 30 30 27 198
FRIDAY OPEN B DIVISION
Games Played 27 30 30 27 27 30 27 198
THURSDAY OPEN B DIVISION
% 0.700
% 0.667 0.630 0.630 0.481 0.433 0.400 0.259 0.500
FRIDAY OPEN A DIVISION
Games Played 30 27 27 30 27 30 27 198
THURSDAY SENIORS WHITE
WEDNESDAY OPEN A DIVISION TEAM S&N FLOOR COVERINGS
LOST 10 10 10 14 17 18 20 99
FRIDAY OPEN D DIVISION
TUESDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM MARDI GRAS MADNESS BOCCE AMICI TOO ROLLIN' UP X-RAYS BOCCE BOUNCERS HIGH CASINOS GSD
WON 20 17 17 13 13 12 7 99
THURSDAY SENIORS RED
TUESDAY OPEN D DIVISION TEAM STOCKINGER SURVEYS LOS AMIGOS INTERNATIONAL BOCCE BELLA DONNAS & THE DUDES UNCONSCIOUS SHOOT IT BELLA BOCCE
TOTALS
WEDNESDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM
27 30 198
THURSDAY OPEN E DIVISION
WEDNESDAY OPEN D DIVISION
TOTALS
WON 16 17 17 15 16 13 5 99
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WEDNESDAY OPEN C DIVISION TEAM WHATZA MADDA U BOCCE DOGS WRECKING CREW BOCCE BOMBERS CASINO REALE BALL BREAKERS BUONA VITA
0.407 0.400 0.500
THURSDAY OPEN D DIVISION
TUESDAY OPEN C DIVISION TEAM ROCK AND ROLLERS JB SERVICES KEEP ON ROLLIN I TOL U JACKS TEAM BOCCE E VINO BITE ME RETIREMENT SOLUTIONS 1
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WEDNESDAY OPEN B DIVISION TEAM
16 18 99
THURSDAY OPEN C DIVISION
WEDNESDAY OPEN A DIVISION TEAM S&N FLOOR COVERINGS LA MACCHINA MAINLY GREEKS PICNIC DUCKS WE'RE IN THERE MARTINEZ MOOSE LODGE RED HOOK RED DEVILS
11 12 99
TEAM PALLINOS DEEP MOUZO LUNGO FULLISI MY PALLINO THE NEW KIDS ON THE BOCCE MANNCLANANDDAN BOCCE SNATCHERS B.A.M.F. TOTALS
WON 20 20 14 15 12 13 5 99
LOST 7 7 13 15 15 17 25 99
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Martinez Tribune | July 15-21, 2016 “The antidote to frustration is a calm faith, not in your own cleverness, or in hard toil, but in God’s guidance.” – Norman Vincent Peale
Faith
The God Squad
A eulogy Finding comfort through God during mourning for Elie Wiesel Billy Graham's ‘My Answer'
By BILLY GRAHAM Tribune Content Agency
Q: My mother died recently after suffering for years with cancer. The hardest part has been having people tell me what a blessing it was that she died, since she’d suffered so much. Well, maybe so, but don’t they realize how much I miss her? Hardly anyone ever expresses any concern for my loss. – Mrs. N.R. A: I can certainly understand your feelings; I’ve often seen this
happen, both in my own life and the lives of others. Don’t conclude, however, that your friends are unconcerned about you or don’t understand your grief. Many do (even if they don’t express it very well), because they too have lost loved ones. People often feel inadequate or awkward in the face of death, and they may not know what to say to someone who has been touched by the loss of a loved one. Their words may be well intentioned, but (as you’ve discovered) they may not always be well chosen. Sometimes, I’ve dis-
covered, it’s best to say very little when we first meet a bereaved friend; simply being there will be a great comfort to them. Later God may give us opportunities to speak more fully with them. But listen: Even if others don’t understand your grief, God does – and He wants to assure you of His constant love and presence. If you have never done so, turn to Christ and welcome Him into your life. You can trust His promise: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted” (Matthew 5:4). In addition, don’t hesitate
to share your grief with a few close friends or relatives. They’ll understand your hurt, and they’ll want to help share your burden. The Bible says, “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2). Send your queries to “My Answer,” c/o Billy Graham, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, N.C., 28201; call 1-(877) 2-GRAHAM, or visit the website for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association: www. billygraham.org.
By RABBI GELLMAN Tribune Content Agency
TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY
Evangelist Billy Graham.
Where two or three are gathered ... By HENRY B. EYRING The following is a talk given during the Saturday morning session of the April 2016 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. If you listen with the Spirit, you will find your heart softened, your faith strengthened, and your capacity to love the Lord increased. My beloved brothers and
sisters, I welcome you to the 186th Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I rejoice to be with you, and I welcome you warmly. I am grateful that you have come to the conference to feel inspiration from heaven and to feel closer to our Heavenly Father and to the Lord Jesus Christ. Gathered in this meeting, which stretches across the world, are millions of
disciples of Jesus Christ who are under covenant to always remember Him and serve Him. By the miracle of modern technology, the separation of time and of vast distances vanishes. We meet as if we are all together in one great hall. But even more important than our gathering together is in whose name we do so. The Lord promised that even with the great number of His disciples on the earth today,
He would be close to each of us. He said to His little band of disciples in 1829, “Verily, verily, I say unto you, … where two or three are gathered together in my name, … behold, there will I be in the midst of them – even so am I in the midst of you” (D&C 6:32). Now numbering more than one or two, a multitude of His disciples are gathered in this conference, and as promised, the Lord is in our midst. Because He is a resurrected and glorified being, He is not physically everyplace where Saints gather. But, by the power of the Spirit, we can feel that He is here with us today. Where and when we feel the closeness of the Savior depends on each of us. He gave this instruction:
“And again, verily I say unto you, my friends, I leave these sayings with you to ponder in your hearts, with this commandment which I give unto you, that ye shall call upon me while I am near – “Draw near unto me and I will draw near unto you; seek me diligently and ye shall find me; ask, and ye shall receive; knock, and it shall be opened unto you” (D&C 88:62–63). I know of at least two people listening today who want that blessing with all their hearts. They will try earnestly to draw nearer to the Lord during this conference. They each wrote to me – their letters arriving at my office in the same week – pleading for the same kind of help. Both of them are converts to the Church and have u TOGETHER: Page 16
Q: I have never written about the Holocaust because of Elie Wiesel. I knew Elie and he was always gentle and encouraging to me about my work. I will miss him greatly. He was the perfect storyteller and the perfect witness. In my writing I followed his example that there is no way to adequately explain or interpret what he called “the kingdom of night.” For Wiesel, the Holocaust was an event too evil and too incomprehensible for simple, trite aphorisms or easy lessons. I have black friends who feel the same way about slavery. Some events form you in ways you cannot fully understand or articulate. All one can do, Wiesel believed, was tell the story, and nobody told the story of the kingdom of night with more searing eloquence than Elie Wiesel. In the wake of his death I feel compelled to try to write about the Holocaust in his honor and memory. I will tell you how I have explained the Holocaust to those who were not formed by it. These are the two questions I am most frequently asked by non-Jews about the Holocaust, and these are my answers: Q: “Why didn’t God stop the Holocaust?” A: Evil, even radical evil, is not God’s fault. Floods, hurricanes, earthquakes and the like are indeed God’s fault, but they all arise from the great and good blessing of God to have created for us a living planet that floods and cracks and belches fire. These are natural evils and they are actually not evil at all, but they are on God. The second type of evil, moral evil, is all on us. Wars and murders and oppression and bigotry and violence against innocents are all the result of human beings using their free will to make bad choices as individuals and nations. Some of the worst choices are made by people who have chosen to sit idly by while others kill. Wiesel famously taught that the opposite of love is not hate u
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Business Opportunities 0017 LOCAL FILM production services offered. Sports, archive, real estate, highlights. Email for quotes, pieman0226@yahoo.com. Call for questions, (925) 963-1607. _________________________________________________________________________
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MOVERS WANTED Martinez moving company looking for a lead mover with a minimum of one year experience. Must have clean C.D.L., experience with piano moving, in home pack-
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TWO WHEELCHAIRS, one over-sized, barely used, $300. Another standard size, black leather, foldable, paid $1,000+, used twice, asking $500 obo. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________
INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN City of Martinez $27.73 – $33.70/hr w/benefits Performs skilled work in installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment, instruments and systems used by the Water Treatment division. Reqd: HS grad or equiv, completion of training program in industrial instrumentation control mechanisms and 2 yrs journey level exp or equiv as a maintenance electrician. See full job announcement for details at www.cityofmartinez. org, visit 525 Henrietta St, Mtz, or call (925) 372-3522. Deadline 7/21/16 at 5pm, online app required. HELP WANTED! Martinez Tribune has immediate openings for Sales Executives. Must be professional, posess strong communication skills, and have access to transportation. Sales Executives are responsible for growing advertising revenues through sale of both print and digital publications. $1,400/mo. plus comission. Flexible schedule, great work environment. Growth potential.
POLICE ASSISTANT City of Martinez $23.59 - $28.69/hr w/benefits Non-sworn position performs a variety of tasks including parking and Municipal Code enforcement, maintenance of evidence & property room, etc. Reqd: HS grad or equiv, 2yrs exp in heavy public contact or 1yr w/law enforcement agency. See full job announcement for complete details and application process at www.cityofmartinez.org, visit 525 Henrietta St, Mtz, or call (925) 372-3522. Deadline to apply: 8/5/16, online application required.
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TWO TIRES by Michelin, radial, size 185/65R15. Used, good condition. $50 for all. (925) 939-2152. _________________________________________________________________________
25” TV single base, moves side to side, remote control, mint condition, $100. (925) 432-9230.
REMOTE CONTROL cars for sale. All models. (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________
OVER 200 films on VHS/ DVD for sale. Best offer. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________
DESIGNER SUITS, shirts, pants, shoes like new, some new, reasonably priced. (925) 825-7297. BUILDING MOBILE (human pulled) emergency shelter housing for rescue, recreation or military. Need to build more units. Seeking sponsor. (510) 222-9420 _________________________________________________________________________
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FREE DISPLAY CASE, wood, glass doors, good shape. Call Pat at (925) 228-9061 or email p1229@ att.net. _________________________________________________________________________
FOR SALE Antique Eastlake dresser, headboard and matching commode, (925) 228-3045. _________________________________________________________________________
POTTERY BARN desk with hutch and chair, white. $500 obo. (925) 808-1534.
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DEAN MARTIN Celebrity Roasts, total of 17 DVDs, 15 are brand new, 2 have been played once. Asking
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CHRISTIAN FEMALE seeking Section 8 rental, on bus route. Please call (925) 917-0168. _________________________________________________________________________
LOOKING FOR SF Bay Area radio station recordings from the 1920s through 1980s, if possible with local station ID breaks. From music shows, talk shows, newscasts, live band remotes, sports recordings, etc. For example, stations like KTAB, KSFO, KGO, KYA, KSFX, KDIA, KWBR, KOBY, KSAY, etc. Willing to pay to have digital copies made. Call Ron, (925) 2845428. _________________________________________________________________________
LOOKING FOR TV audio soundtracks from 1950s-1970s, i.e. variety shows, talk shows, sports recordings, etc. Call Ron, (925) 284-5428. _________________________________________________________________________
LOOKING FOR Brian Piccolo Story movie (not the Brian’s Song movie). Saw it on KTVU Channel 2 back in mid-‘70s. Willing to take home recorded version of this movie. Call Ron, (925) 284-5428.
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One owner 2004 ET4 150cc Vespa scooter in very good condition. Only 5765 miles – $2,400 OBO. Call Bob at (510) 552-3324 2006 MAZDA Rx-8 A/C, auto doors, locks, windows alarm system, and tinted windows. Charcoal grey, black and grey interior. Only 1 owner, 11,000 miles, mostly highway. 6 speed, 20 inch rims on low profile tires. Stereo/ CD with 2 ten subs 1500 watt amp with separate over load capacitor, cold air intake and Greddy module. GREAT CAR, EXCELENT CONDITION NO SCRACHES DENTS WELL TAKEN CARE OF. FUN TO DRIVE!!!!!! Must sell due to medical reasons. $10,999. David, (925) 681-9833. _________________________________________________________________________
TWO TIRES by Michelin, radial, size 185/65R15. Used,
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good condition. $50 for all. (925) 939-2152. _________________________________________________________________________
TOYOTA CAMRY 4 door sedan, ‘92, black on black, limosine tint, new tires, electronic ignition, etc. $2,500 obo. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 VICTORY VEGAS Jackpot (Custom Harley Davidson) 1,700 Miles. Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 ACURA ILX, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Sunroof, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 ACURA MDX, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, AWD, Tech Pkg, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 AUDI A4, Quattro, Turbo Wagon, Panorama Roof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 AUDI A4 Premium, Quattro, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2009 AUDI A5, Navigation, Bluetooth, MoonRoof, Power Seats, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT, 22 Inch Custom Wheels, Fiber Optic Headliner, Massaging Seats, Twin Turbo, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 BMW 535i, Sunroof, Navigation, Back Up Cam, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2008 BMW 650i, 6sp Manual, DVD, Navigation, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2008 BMW 650i, Convertible, Manual 6sp, Navagation, 19 Inch Rims, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2009 CADILLAC CTS AWD W/1SB, 1 Owner, Navigation, Bluetooth, Leather, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2006 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT, Lifted, 4x4, 5.9 Cummins Diesel, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez (925) 957-1522.
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2007 CADILLAC DTS V8, Bluetooth, Leather, Onstar, Aux, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2013 FIAT 500 Abarth, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, 5sp Manual, Turbo, Sunroof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE ECO, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Parking Sensors, BlueTooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2008 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT, Sunroof, Bluetooth, OnStar, Bose Sound, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2002 CHEVROLET TAHOE LS, 1 Owner, 4x4, 3rd Row Seating, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2010 DODGE CHALLENGER SE, 1 Owner, Upgraded Stereo, Navigation, BlueTooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 DODGE DURANGO R/T, AWD, 3rd Row Seating, Sunroof, Back Up Cam, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2010 DODGE JOURNEY, 3rd Row Seating, BackUp Cam, Bluetooth, Tons of Storage, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 DODGE NITRO SXT, Sport Suspension, Chrome Wheels, Power Seat, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 DODGE RAM 2500 LARAMIE, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, 4x4, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 DODGE RAM 2500, MEGACAB, 4x4, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, Only 35k Miles, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2012 FISKER KARMA ECOSPORT, Hybrid, Navigation, Low Miles, Super Car, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 FORD FIESTA SE, 1 Onwer, Bluetooth, Premium Sound, Microsoft Sync, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2009 FORD FOCUS SE, 1 Owner, Bluetooth, Aux Input, Microsoft Sync, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 FORD MUSTANG V6, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, 6sp Manual, AUX, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2003 GMC YUKON COMMERCIAL, 1 Owner, 3rd Row Seating, Rear Entertainment, Tow Package, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2003 HONDA ACCORD SDN EX, 1 Owner, Sunroof, Multi Disk Changer, Tow Hitch, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 HONDA CIVIC SDN, GX, CNG, Natural Gas, Keyless Entry, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2010 HONDA CR-V EX, 1 Owner, Sunroof, 6 Disk Changer, Privacy Glass, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 HONDA PILOT TOURING, 3rd Row Seating, Rear Entertainment, Fully Loaded, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave.,
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Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Aux / USB, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Heated Seats, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Leather, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 HYUNDAI SONATA SE, Sunroof, Navigation, Bluetooth, AUX / USB, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 JEEP CHEROKEE LATITUDE, 1 Owner, 4x4, Bluetooth, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 KIA OPTIMA EX, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Backup Cam, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 KIA OPTIMA LX, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 KIA SORENTO SX, 1 Owner, Leather,Bluetooth,
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BackUp Cam, Navigation, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 KIA SPORTAGE, LX, AWD, 26 MPG, Aux, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 LAND ROVER Range Rover HSE, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Fully Loaded, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 LAND ROVER Range Rover Sport, HSE, AWD, Navigation, Sunroof, 1 Owner, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 LEXUS IS 250, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Premium Pkg Value Edition, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 LEXUS IS 250, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 LEXUS IS 250, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Backup Cam, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 LEXUS IS 250 F Sport, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Backup Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2008 LEXUS IS F, Navigation, Leather, Sunroof, Back Up Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE, Sport GT, Low Miles, Navigation, Parking Sensors, Super Car!, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA Grand Touring, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, 6sp Manual, Convertible, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2014 MERCEDES BENZ C250 Sport, Panoramic Sunroof, Navigation, Back Up Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 MERCEDES BENZ C250 Sport, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Panoramic Roof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 MERCEDES BENZ E350, 1 Owner, Navigation, Bluetooth, DVD, Premium Sound, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 MERCEDES BENZ GL450, AWD, 3rd Row, Navigation, Back Up Cam, Panoramic Sunroof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
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2012 MERCEDES BENZ GLK-350, 1 Owner, Panoroof, Bluetooth, RoofRack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 MERCEDES BENZ GLK350, AWD, Panoramic Sunroof, Back Up Cam, Navigation, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 MERCEDES BENZ ML350 BlueTEC, 1 Owner, Diesel, Navigation, Backup Camera, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2003 MERCEDES BENZ SL-Class, DESIGNO Package, Launch Package, Convertible, Bose Audio, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 MERCEDES BENZ SL550, Convertable, AMG Sport Pkg, Navigation, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 MINI COOPER Hardtop, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Heated Seats, Panoramic Roof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 MINI COOPER Hard-
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top, 1 Owner, 6sp Manual, Bluetooth, Sirius Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 MINI COOPER Hardtop, 1 Owner,6sp Manual, Panoramic Roof, Harman/ Kardon Sound, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2012 SUBARU OUTBACK 3.6R, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, AWD, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, 1 Owner, Manufactures Waranty, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2014 MINI COOPER Paceman, Keyless Start, Bluetooth, Manufactures Warranty, Hill Start Assist, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2012 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, Keyless Entry, Bluetooth, Alloy Wheels, Stability Control, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2014 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Keyless Start, Power Seat, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2012 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2005 NISSAN MURANO S, Navigation, BackUp Cam, SunRoof, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2013 TOYOTA PRIUS Persona, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Special Edition, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2012 NISSAN ROGUE SL, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Leather, 360 Degree Cameras, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2008 TOYOTA TACOMA, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Dual Airbags, CD Player, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2005 PONTIAC GTO, 1 Owner, 14k Original Miles, Leather, Premium Wheels, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2013 TOYOTA COROLLA S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Rear Spoiler, Keyless Entry, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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1999 PORSCHE BOXSTER, Convertable, 5sp Manual, Red Leather, Sport Design, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2007 TOYOTA TACOMA, 1 Owner, 4X4, Double Cab, TRD Sport Pkg, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2012 PORSCHE CAYENNE S, AWD, Sunroof, Navigation, Back Up Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2008 SATURN VUE XR, 1 Owner, AWD, OnStar, XM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2013 VOLKSWAGEN CC LUX, 1 Owner, Navigation, Leather, Panorama Moonroof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2014 VOLKSWAGEN CC SPORT, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Backup Cam, Navigation, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 VOLKSWAGEN CC Sport, 1 Owner, Turbo, Bluetooth, Leather, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Sedan, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Sunroof, Traction Control, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. 2015 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Sedan 2.0L S, 1 Owner, Bluetooth, Aux, Electronic Stability Control, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2009 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Sedan S, Low Miles, Sunroof, 17inch Wheels, Rear Spoiler, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SportWagen TDI, Diesel, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Backup Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1.8T S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Keyless Entry, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Heated Seats, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN S, 1 Owner, Panoramic Sunroof, Bluetooth, Privacy Glass, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2013 SMART FORTWO PURE, Low Miles, 34/41 MPG, AUX / USB, Clean CarFax, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez (925) 957-1522.
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Omarr’s Weekly Astrological Forecast By JERALDINE SAUNDERS Tribune Content Agency ARIES (March 21-April 19): Inhale inspiration and fresh ideas, but exhale an urge to break off and go off on your own. Consider ideas that inspire you to attempt bigger and better things in the week ahead without going off on a tangent. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Watch where you put your feet, for the toes you step on may not be your own. You’ll feel sociable in the week ahead but someone could be too focused on making a profit. Be mindful of the feelings of others. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Intelligence has impact. Your ideas and words can incite a heated discussion or comfortable conversation as this week unfolds. Social situations might cause you some confusion when you are pulled two ways. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Place business and pleasure at opposite ends of the spectrum in the week to come. Attempts to gain the upper hand in business through social maneuvering could backfire. Focus your energy on creative outlets. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Get ahead of the game. Your preference may be to hide away in a peaceful nook and meditate. Pay attention to a nagging inner voice that tells you a job must be completed. This week you can get a jump on the competition. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You could sit around and look pretty or take steps to be beautiful. Head off to the gym for a workout or ask a friend to join you in a bike ride. Fresh air and exercise can revitalize your relationships in the week ahead. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.
22): You may find that your popularity drops like a rock when you focus on business instead of pleasure. Think things through before you make major purchases in the week ahead. You may be susceptible to the hard sell. SCORPIO (Oct. 23Nov. 21): Whistle while you work your magic this week. You intuitively know what will please other people and they hang on your every word. Brainstorming sessions could lead to major improvements and brilliant solutions. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There’s no need to be seen as a moody loner. Those you care about are uncomfortable doing some things all on their own. Be a good sport this week and join someone on a trip to the store or to the movies. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Nothing fuels inspiration and insights like the anticipation of a change. You may be anxious to leave your rut as this week unfolds but could find that the grass is not much greener on the other side of the fence. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 18): Make money management work for your profit. Pick up a magazine or buy a book. A conversation with a casual friend could elicit brilliant ideas and methods to spin your copper pennies into gold this week PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A candle’s own light is not diminished if it lights another candle. Unleash your creativity and share good ideas and news with others in the week ahead. Be wary of bad habits that may rub family members the wrong way. (c) 2016 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.
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but indifference. Humans allowed fascism to grow in Germany in the ‘30s and by the ‘40s the world was suddenly Auschwitz. God could intervene to stop evil but only by depriving us of our free will. This would eliminate our ability to grow morally. It would diminish our will to protect innocents and fight against the purveyors of radical evil. It would reduce our motivation to cure diseases. A world without evil would be a world without human beings as we know them. Babies live in just such a constrained world and there is a reason we do not yearn to forever remain babies. God could not have stopped the Holocaust without ending our free will which is our only trait and blessing that in time can enable us to create a world where all future Holocausts are impossible. Q: “Why are Jews so fixated on the Holocaust?” A: In 1933, before the Holocaust, there were roughly 18 million Jews in the world. In 1945, after the Holocaust, there were only 12 million Jews. One out of every three Jews who was alive on planet Earth in 1933 had been murdered by 1945 – one out of three. And the majority of them were murdered in a four-year period from 1941-1945. Now consider this: there are over 300 million people (closer to 400 million people) alive now in America. Imagine if over 100 million Americans were murdered in a four-year period. That’s equal to
the combined entire populations of California, Florida, and New York. How long would it take for America to recover from the genocide of one third of our population? If after 70 years some asked Americans to just forget it, move on and stop fixating on this catastrophe, what do you think the response would be? Hitler murdered one third of the world’s Jews, and the stunning and depressing fact of Jewish life after the Holocaust is that the world Jewish population, which was 12 million in 1945, is still roughly 12 million Jews in 2016 (and the world’s total population is almost double what it was in 1945). The Holocaust is at the core of most Jews’ identity. In Israel, where military service is compulsory, new recruits climb the ancient desert fortress of Masada that was conquered by the Roman army in the first century and make a collective vow, “Masada will never fall again!” (masada lo yipol od). Israel was not in existence as a haven for European Jews, but it is there now. The Holocaust is the blood tattoo on the body of the Jewish people. If you want to understand Jews you must understand the Holocaust. Elie Wiesel understood the Holocaust even though he never admitted to understanding anything but his story. In the end, his story was enough. Send QUESTIONS ONLY to The God Squad via email at godsquadquestion@ aol.com.
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previously received clear testimonies of the love of God the Father and of His Son, Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world. They knew that the Prophet Joseph Smith organized the Church by direct revelation from God and that the keys of the holy priesthood were restored. Each felt a witness that keys are in place in the Church today. They bore to me their solemn testimony in writing. Yet both lamented that feelings of love for the Lord and His love for them were lessening. They both wanted, with full heart, for me to help them regain the joy and the feeling of being loved that was theirs as they came into the kingdom of God. Both expressed a fear that if they could not regain in full those feelings of love for the Savior and His Church, the trials and tests they faced would finally overcome their faith. They are not alone in their concern, nor is their test a new one. During His mortal ministry, the Savior gave us the parable of the seed and the sower. The seed was the word of God. The sower was the Lord. The survival of the seed and its growth depended on the condition of the soil. You remember His words: “And when he sowed, some seeds fell by the way side, and the fowls came and devoured them up: “Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth: “And when the sun was up, they were scorched; and because they had no root, they withered away. “And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them: “But other fell into good
ground, and brought forth fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixtyfold, some thirtyfold. “Who hath ears to hear, let him hear” (Matthew 13:4–9). Again, the seed is the word of God. The soil is the heart of the person who receives the seed. All of us have much in common with the wonderful people who wrote to me for help and reassurance. We all have had seeds, or the word of God, planted in our hearts at one time. For some, it was in childhood when our parents invited us to be baptized and confirmed by those in authority. Others of us were taught by called servants of God. Each felt that the seed was good, even felt the swelling in our hearts, and experienced joy as our hearts and minds seemed to expand. All of us have had our faith tested by precious blessings delayed, vicious attacks of those who wanted to destroy our faith, temptations to sin, and selfish interests that reduced our efforts to cultivate and soften the spiritual depths of our hearts. Those who are saddened by the loss of the joy they once had are the blessed ones. Some do not see the withering of faith within themselves. Satan is clever. He tells those he wishes to be miserable that the joy they once felt was childish self-delusion. Today my message to us all is that there will be a precious opportunity in the next few days to choose to have our hearts softened and to receive and nourish the seed. The seed is the word of God, and it will be poured out on all of us who listen, watch, and read the proceedings of this conference. The music, the talks, and the testimonies have been prepared by servants of God who have sought diligently for the Holy Ghost to guide
them in their preparation. They have prayed longer and more humbly as the days of the conference have approached. They have prayed to have the power to encourage you to make the choices that will create in your heart a more fertile ground for the good word of God to grow and be fruitful. If you listen with the Spirit, you will find your heart softened, your faith strengthened, and your capacity to love the Lord increased. Your choice to pray with full purpose of heart will transform your experience in the conference sessions and in the days and months that follow. Many of you have already begun. At the start of this session, you more than listened to the prayer; you added your faith to the petition that we will enjoy the blessing of having the Holy Ghost poured out upon us. As you added your silent pleading in the name of Jesus Christ, you drew closer to Him. This is His conference. Only the Holy Ghost can bring the blessings the Lord desires for us. In His love for us, He has promised we can feel that: “Whatsoever they shall speak when moved upon by the Holy Ghost shall be scripture, shall be the will of the Lord, shall be the mind of the Lord, shall be the word of the Lord, shall be the voice of the Lord, and the power of God unto salvation. “Behold, this is the promise of the Lord unto you, O ye my servants. “Wherefore, be of good cheer, and do not fear, for I the Lord am with you, and will stand by you; and ye shall bear record of me, even Jesus Christ, that I am the Son of the living God, that I was, that I am, and that I am to come” (D&C 68:4–6). Continued at www.lds.org.