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Highway for a hero Declaration of Eric Jaramishian Staff writer

A stretch of Highway 50 in Placerville is now the Deputy Sheriff Brian “Ish” Ishmael Memorial Highway. The El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office unveiled signs for the memorial highway Monday morning as Ishmael’s family, friends and colleagues gathered at the sheriff ’s headquarters for the Courtesy photo special event. El Dorado County Sheriff John D’Agostini speaks to a crowd gathered at the sheriff’s headquarters for the unveiling of the Deputy Sheriff Brian “Ish” Ishmael Memorial Highway sign. n See Hero, page A8

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he unanimous Declaration of the thirteen United States of America, When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature’s God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by See Declaration of Independence, page A13

Saluting our States DELAWARE

Statehood: Dec. 7, 1787

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• Bird: Ruffed Grouse

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• Marine Animal: Horseshoe Crab

• Insect: Firefly

Statehood: Dec. 18, 1787 • Flower: Common Meadow Violet

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“We’re still accumulating more financial revenue so we can continue through the next couple of years because they are going to need financial assistance,” Roby told the Mountain Democrat. “(There) will be a lot of work to do when it comes to gravel, tree removal, generators and water lines.” Some 5,000 evacuees applied and were approved for the organization’s relief

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Ariel Rakel Luna

March 7, 1990 – June 9, 2022

With her family by her side, Ariel Rakel Luna passed away June 9 in Phoenix, Ariz., at 32 years old. Ariel was a loving daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend who will be remembered for her compassionate heart, abundant generosity, silly sense of humor and boundless love for animals. Born on March 7, 1990, Ariel grew up in Placerville, Calif., as the youngest in her family. She was a happy and expressive child, despite being non-verbal for the first several years of her life. With the support of her family and programs, including PRIDE and Joy in Placerville and the Scottish Rite Childhood Language Center in Sacramento, Ariel was able to develop her cognitive and social skills. She graduated from Edwin Markham Middle School in 2005 and El Dorado High School in 2009. From there, she completed the Job Corps trade school program in Sacramento, worked in various retail positions and eventually started and grew her own pet care business in Yuma, Ariz. Ariel found great joy in traveling to various states, dipping her toes in the ocean, listening to music and making picture collages. She was known for her carefully crafted birthday cards and letters to her loved ones, as well as handmade birthday posters for the animals at the Out of Africa Wildlife Park in Camp Verde, Ariz. As a frequent visitor to the wildlife park, she had an expansive knowledge of the animals there and delighted in sharing that information with any and all park visitors. Ariel is survived by her parents Richard Luna (Carolyn Bramson) and Shane Taber and her siblings Diego Luna, Olivia Luna (Regina Buenaobra) and Kira Luna. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Arthur and Mary Louise Taber and Teresa and Urbano Luna; her aunt Elizabeth Holly and many beloved pets, including cats Houdini, Puffball, Sunny and Torashima. Ariel’s last act of love was being an organ donor; our Hero gave extended life to three Arizona women. A celebration of life will be held at the Olde Vets Hall in Dixon, Calif., beginning at 11 a.m. July 9. Interment will be private in Dixon’s Silveyville Cemetery. To share a memory and/or RSVP for the celebration of life, please visit gatheringus.com/ memorial/ariel-rakel-luna/9311.

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Mary Lee Scepura

David Mark Hay passed away peacefully with family by his side June 15 at the age of 77. David, the son of Cecil and Aloyse Hay and big brother to three sisters, was born on June 4, 1945. David grew up in Bangor, Mich., where he spent his days playing sandlot baseball with friends and his nights racing cars, claiming to have never been beat. After serving a tour of duty as a U.S. Marine in Vietnam, David’s hippie soul and cowboy spirit took him to California where he enjoyed a beach and mountain lifestyle with a dedicated group of wild and crazy friends. David met and married his wife and life-long partner Linda Callahan in the Lake Tahoe area. Together, David and Linda settled in Cameron Park to raise a happy and loving family, with two kids Jacob and Jessica. In Cameron Park, David spent many seasons coaching youth sports and sharing his love of skiing with his kids and their friends. He also worked proudly for 25 years as a building inspector for the city of Sacramento, supporting his kids through college and providing them opportunities he never had himself. In retirement, David lived in Sacramento, and eventually Bellingham with his wife and daughter. He was a natural as a grandfather who always kept the family laughing and happy with his humor, stories and relentlessly positive energy. An unapologetic liberal, David shared the values of compassion and acceptance with anyone who would listen. David is survived by his three sisters Betty, Ellen and Nancy, his wife of 44 years Linda; son Jacob; daughter-in-law Stacey; daughter Jessica; grandchildren Trevor, Hillary and Harrison; dog Sam and cat Izzy all of whom love and miss him very much. “Lately it occurs to me, what a long strange trip it’s been.” — Grateful Dead, Truckin’ Just keep truckin’ on, dad.

On June 19, Mary Lee Scepura passed away in Placerville, Calif. Mary Lee was born Jan. 6, 1939 in Lewes, Del., to Marshall and Dorothy Coverdale. She had two sisters Elizabeth (Ann) and Joan Smith (both deceased). They moved to Erie, Pa., where she met the love of her life, Thomas Scepura. They married May 11, 1957 in McKean, Pa. Soon after they moved to Buffalo, N.Y. where their son John was born. They then moved to San Jose, Calif., where they had two more children, Joseph and Sharon. In 1982 they moved to their mountain home in Grizzly Flats, Calif. Mary Lee enjoyed her job working as a school secretary for Pioneer School and Mountain Creek Middle School and made a lot of life long friends. She had many things she was passionate about, including her faith, gardening, family and rescuing orphaned animals. She was well known for her sense of humor and was always making people laugh. She made friends wherever she went and wouldn’t miss a garage sale! Mary Lee was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother and friend and will be truly missed. She is survived by her husband Tom; her children John, Joe and Sharon (Gribbin) as well as her seven grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, consider donating to Humanesociety.org in Mary’s memory. For information regarding a celebration of life, send an email to Gribbin6@sbcglobal.net.

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Statehood: Jan. 2, 1788

“Peach State” • Flower: Cherokee Rose

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Statehood: Jan. 9, 1788

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Mary K. Brancheau

Dec. 12, 1942 – June 23, 2022

Oct. 19, 1923 – May 21, 2022

Wally Richardson (98 years young) passed away peacefully Saturday, May 21, with his wife Jenny of 64 years by his side. Together they raised four children Linda Gargiulo (Dave), Deborah Campbell (Brian), Stan Richardson (Sandy) and Susan Lehner (T.C.) Wally is also survived by his twin sister Virginia Dollarhyde and five grandchildren; Jennifer Gargiulo, Sean Campbell (Kylie), Carlee Kensiski (Trevor), Dani Campbell and Connor Lehner (Corie). Wally was able to meet and hold his new great-grandson, Keegan Campbell, shortly before his passing. Wally had a passion for flying from an early age. At 17 years old, he convinced his mother to sign for him so he could join the Navy. He was part of the first convoy to Pearl Harbor after the bombing, working as a radio operator and used his free time to earn flight hours. During the Korean War, Wally was a Corsair pilot flying off the destroyer, the USS Boxer. When he passed Wally was one of the last two survivors of his squadron. After the war, Wally went on to fly with United Airlines for 30 years, a dream come true. Along with flying, he worked in real estate and syndicated several partnerships, served in the Naval Reserves and retired as a Lt. Commander. Another passion of Wally’s was the forming of the love and kindness movement with Jenny. He loved sharing his thoughts and wisdom with the kids, encouraging them to “always be kind whenever possible ... and it’s always possible!” Wally’s face would light up when he saw the students. As he and Jenny passed out pens and bookmarks, Wally would share his Wallyisms, hoping to send a ripple of kindness into the world. Wally will be remembered for his infectious smile, love of jokes, great work ethic, perseverance of his dreams and his ability to never meet a stranger. His memory will be cherished by his family and community far and wide. Celebration of life will be held at Hills Church, 800 White Rock Road, El Dorado Hills Saturday, July 16 at 10 a.m. All are welcome.

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Mary K. Brancheau, age 79 of Placerville, completed her life journey peacefully on June 23. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert H. and Marion E. Baglin; her son Gary J. Finley and the father of her children James A. Finley Jr. She is survived by her husband John Brancheau of Placerville; sister Elizabeth Stefanich of Fresno, Calif.; daughter Teri Williams (Dean) of Boise, Idaho; granddaughter Sarah Winegeart (Karsten) of Austin, Texas; grandson Brian Williams of Boise, Idaho; nieces and nephews Beth, Tracy, Eric, Michelle and Anthony and numerous friends. Mary Kay lived most of her life in Placerville. The Baglin family moved to the area in 1954 to purchase The Quality Shop, a fabric store located on Main Street in downtown Placerville. Mary Kay graduated from El Dorado High School in 1960. She attended Fresno State College and after marrying and starting a family in southern California, the Finley family moved to Placerville in 1972 to assume ownership of The Quality Shop when Mary Kay’s parents retired. On June 22, 1985 Mary Kay married John Brancheau. The couple recently celebrated their

CRIME LOG The following was taken from El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office logs:

June 22 12:41 a.m. Trespassing was reported at Laurel Oaks Park on Whistlers Bend Way in El Dorado Hills. 7:46 a.m. Burglary was reported on Highway 49 in Placerville. 10:22 a.m. Assault with a deadly weapon was reported on Fort Jim Road in Placerville. 12:36 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Pleasant Valley Road in El Dorado. 1:10 p.m. Burglary was reported at an auto body shop on Pony Express Trail in Camino.

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Cameron Park 87/53

Diamond Springs 86/58

Camino 81/58

Pollock Pines 80/56

1:53 p.m. A 37-year-old man was booked into county jail on a felony parole violation. He was taken into custody on Main Street in Georgetown. 2:09 p.m. Burglary was reported on Crystal Boulevard in El Dorado.

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37th wedding anniversary. During their marriage they enjoyed spending time together, with family and with their pets, as well as gardening, pizza night, movies and entertaining. Mary Kay loved Placerville and was a vibrant member of the community, earning an AA in gerontology from American River College, volunteering for worthy organizations and for teaching classes in modeling, finishing, makeup, color analysis, ballet, manners and senior fitness. From 1979-81 Mary Kay served as the director for the Maid of El Dorado beauty pageant. Many years later she was honored to be named the 2010 El Dorado Rose, a recognition of women over 60 who are longtime Placerville residents that have dedicated their lives to giving back to the community. At the time she was quoted as saying “The great thing about being a candidate for El Dorado Rose is that it honors the person you have become, not what you aspire to be.” To her family, friends and acquaintances she was an inspirational, positive, loving and giving person who made us all better for having known her. How truly grateful I am to have a Mother who makes saying goodbye so hard. Rest easy in God’s loving arms. I love you my sweet Mother. -Teri The family will announce a celebration of life at a later date. For information, to send a note, or to share a memory about Mary Kay, please email: mkcelebrationoflife@gmail.com.

8:44 p.m. Battery was reported on Pine Cone Drive in Pollock Pines.

June 24 1:51 p.m. Battery was reported at the amphitheater on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. 8:36 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Hastings Drive in Rescue.

8:37 a.m. Burglary to a vehicle was reported on Kettering Place in El Dorado Hills. 12:30 p.m. Grand theft was reported at a grocery store on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. 1:16 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Blue Ledge Lane in Garden Valley. 2:27 p.m. Assault with a deadly weapon was reported on Saratoga Lane in Cameron Park. 7:53 p.m. A 34-year-old man suspected of being drunk in public was booked into county jail. He was arrested on Highway 50 (exact location not clear). 8:55 p.m. A 58-year-old woman was booked into county jail on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. She was taken into custody on Highway 50 in Fresh Pond.

June 25 11:50 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Red Hawk Parkway in Shingle Springs. 6:15 p.m. Burglary was reported on Greenwood Lane in Cameron Park. 7:56 p.m. Battery was reported at the Rock Creek Bridge on Rock Creek Road north of Placerville. 9:15 p.m. Battery was reported at a campground/resort on Highway 49 in Lotus.

2:03 p.m. Booked into county jail on suspicion of drunk driving was a 24-year-old man picked up on Timberline Ridge Drive in El Dorado Hills. 8:42 p.m. A 41-year-old man

was taken to county jail for reportedly being in possession of a controlled substance and illegal paraphernalia. He was arrested on Palmer Drive at Kevin Street in Cameron Park.

LAKE LEVELS Stumpy Meadows Reservoir as of June 29 Water storage 19,355 acre-feet Percent full 97% Inflow 22.16 cfs Outflow – cfs Folsom Reservoir as of June 30 Water storage 815,394 acre-feet Percent full 83% Inflow 1,671 cfs Outflow 5,447 cfs Union Valley as of June 30 Water storage 258,319 acre-feet Percent full 97% Inflow 0 cfs Outflow 0 cfs Loon Lake as of June 30 Water storage 67,559 acre-feet Percent full 97% Inflow 0 cfs Outflow 0 cfs Ice House as of June 30 Water storage 39,418 acre-feet Percent full 91% Inflow 22 cfs Outflow 0 cfs Lake Aloha as of June 30

Water storage 4,969 acre-feet Percent full 99% Inflow 11.98 cfs Outflow 15 cfs Caples Lake as of June 30 Water storage 22,209 acre-feet Percent full 99% Inflow 0 cfs Outflow 49.40 cfs Echo Lake as of June 30 Water storage 1,950 acre-feet Percent full 100% Inflow 6.41 cfs Outflow 4.18 cfs Silver Lake as of June 30 Water storage 8,327 acre-feet Percent full 96% Inflow 4.67 cfs Outflow 4.50 cfs Sly Park as of June 30 Water storage 32,257 acre-feet Percent Full 78.6% Inflow 7.08 cfs Outflow 44.20 cfs American River as of June 30 Flow 124.80 cfs

11:27 p.m. Battery was reported at a restaurant on Embarcadero Drive in El Dorado Hills.

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Two collisions fatal on county roads Eric Jaramishian Staff writer California Highway Patrol officers responded to two separate vehicle collisions that resulted in two fatalities the evening of June 18. Placerville area CHP officers were dispatched around 4:56 p.m. after a man was fatally struck by an SUV on Mormon Emigrant Trail west of State Route 88 and east of Alder Creek Road, the collision

report states. Fernando Alanis-Jimenez, 35, was a passenger in a pickup that had stopped on the north shoulder of Mormon Emigrant Trail. Alanis-Jimenez had gotten out of the truck when an SUV crashed into him and the truck he was riding in. CHP investigators say Thomas Yearnshaw, 76, of Carson City, Nev., was driving the SUV, a 2006 Toyota 4-Runner, when his vehicle crossed over

the double-yellow lines and crashed into Alanis-Jimenez and the truck parked on the north shoulder. Alanis-Jimenez, whose place of residence was not known by CHP, was pronounced dead at the scene. Yearnshaw was transported to Marshall Hospital and treated for minor injuries. The conditions were reported to have been cloudy at the time.

The incident is under investigation and will be recommended to the El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office for appropriate charges, according to CHP officials. DUI is not suspected. CHP officers were called to a solo motorcycle crash at 6:10 p.m. on Pony Express Trail at Pony Express Court, according to a CHP collision report. Residents in the area

aided the rider, 48-year-old Pollock Pines resident Jason Trowsdale, until paramedics transported him to Marshall Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 7:06 p.m. Trowsdale had been riding his 2006 Kawasaki. The cause of the collision, including the possibility of DUI, is under investigation, according to CHP officials. The weather was reported to have been clear with daylight.

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Law enforcement officers are searching for 37-year-old Anthony Vincent Conti Jr. after he reportedly assaulted two California Highway Patrol officers and fled June 24. The incident occurred in front of the El Dorado County Fairgrounds on Placerville Drive, where officers stopped Conti, said Placerville CHP Public Information Officer Andrew Brown. According to a June 29 Facebook statement from Placerville CHP, Conti ran from the scene after resisting arrest and physically assaulting the officers, who sustained minor injuries. Conti is aware he is wanted, states the

Anthony Vincent Conti Jr. Facebook post. CHP is requesting anyone with information on Conti’s location to call (916) 861-1300. The El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office has a warrant out for his arrest. Information about where Conti is from and why he was stopped was not available as of press time.

LAKE TAHOE — A Bay Area man drowned earlier this month near Lake Tahoe’s west shore after falling off a tube that was being pulled behind a rented pontoon boat, authorities said. Placer County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Mike Powers said Siosisa Vaitohi, 32, of San Mateo was not wearing a life vest on Saturday, June 11, when he fell out of an inflatable tube and family members on the rental boat could not get him back on board. “The family had rented a pontoon boat and wasn’t going very fast when the deceased fell off his tube,” Powers said. “He was a very large man, 5-feet-11 and 395 pounds, and they could not get him back on the boat.” Powers said the Sheriff’s Office was told Vaitohi

could not fit into a life vest, though he noted an XXXL life vest was on board and that it was unknown if it would fit. After about 20 minutes in the water part-time Tahoma homeowner Rick Millitello, who was cruising on the lake, said he drove over to see what was happening. “People on a pontoon boat were asking for assistance,” Millitello said. “They were trying to hold his head above water when we drove up because they couldn’t get him on board. We got him on our boat and took turns trying CPR until the Sheriff’s Office and Coast Guard arrived. People really need to be aware of the dangers of Lake Tahoe.” Powers said, “The real lesson from this is we emphasize water safety and many of these incidents can be avoided.”

Fourth of July closures in county Mountain Democrat staff Some offices throughout El Dorado County will be closed, Monday, July 4, due to Independence Day, a state and federal holiday. Here’s a look at

what local residents may expect: The Placerville Police Department office will be closed July 4 for the holiday. For emergency calls dial 911. For non-emergency police calls, call (530) 642-5280.

The offices of the El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office are closed on July 4. For emergency calls dial (530) 626-4911 or 911. For non-emergency calls, call (530) n

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Desolation Wilderness backpacker found dead Tahoe Daily Tribune DESOLATION WILDERNESS — Hiker Jia Huang, 32, who was reported missing Tuesday near Lake Aloha, was found Wednesday by El Dorado County Search and Rescue, deceased in a lake. A Facebook post from his sister Lai Wong, who reached out to the community via social media asking for help in finding

her brother, on Wednesday afternoon confirmed Huang had been found. “Hi everyone, I just got a call from the sheriff. They found his dead body in the lake. Thank you for all your help. I appreciated it,” states a Facebook post. Huang was reported missing after another backpacker saw an abandoned campsite near Lake Aloha. Huang had reportedly

started a solo backpacking trip from Mt. Tallac on the Tahoe Rim Trail on June 22. Around 3:30 p.m. June 27 a hiker reported seeing Huang’s tent upside down, along with his food canister and backpack. The next morning, around 6:30 a.m. the same hiker said he passed by the campsite again and saw that the tent was still upside down. The hiker reported the situation to El Dorado

County Search and Rescue, which opened an investigation. Huang’s wallet with his ID was found at the campsite and Huang’s sister Wong was informed. Search and rescue officials said they searched lakes near where his tent was found, as well as the surrounding wilderness. A helicopter was also dispatched to look for him.

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Noel Stack Managing Editor

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Guest Column

Pro-choice versus pro-life

ow abortion law is up to states. Some will ban it, while most blue states will allow it in some form. Because libertarians want government out of our lives, people assume we are pro-choice. Some of us are. But like JOHN STOSSEL the rest of America, there are principled libertarians on both sides. We freedom-lovers believe women (and men) own their bodies and should have control over what happens to them. But we also believe that one of the few legitimate roles for government is stopping murder. If a fetus is a life, abortion is legally murder. “Life begins from the moment conception is complete,” says Kerry Baldwin, host of the “Dare to Think” Podcast. “Abortion is murder.” “The termination of a pregnancy is the right of any woman,” counters pro-choice Avens O’Brien of Feminists for Liberty. I say to O’Brien, “That is a form of life in the womb. You’re not bothered terminating that?” “I’m not sure I agree that it’s a person with rights,” she responds. “At what point does the Baldwin is baby have a right to be libertarian, so she protected by the state?” I continue. “You’re saying usually opposes that one minute before government force. birth, the baby does not, I point out that and one minute after, it does?” abortion bans are “Individuals have government force. rights,” she responds. “Individuals don’t exist “It is the role of inside other people.” civil governance Baldwin counters, “Passing through the to criminalize acts birth canal doesn’t of violence,” she change the humanity of replies. the fetus.” “As long as a fetus is inside a person, the person gets to determine whatever’s happening to it,” answers O’Brien. Baldwin says the only time abortion should be legal is if a woman’s life is in danger. Rape is not justification. Rape, she says, is “a crime against women. They need restitution for that crime,” but the woman must carry the baby to term. Baldwin is libertarian, so she usually opposes government force. I point out that abortion bans are government force. “It is the role of civil governance to criminalize acts of violence,” she replies. I wonder how such criminalization would work. “If abortion is illegal,” I point out, “the state either has to punish the woman or doctor or both.” “This is a woman who’s in crisis,” says Baldwin. “It doesn’t make sense to ... throw her in prison.” Before Roe v. Wade, prosecuting women was rare. Sometimes doctors were prosecuted. “The way you enforce is not through a police state,” says Baldwin. “The way to get women to stop choosing abortion is to provide other options.” One such option, she says, is to make adoption easier. ■

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Letters to the Editor Gas taxes EDITOR: can’t believe that the men and women decision makers who run the state of California can’t make an adult/common sense decision around the astronomical amount we the people they are here to support are paying for gas. One wants to give money back to those people who have one or two registered vehicles, running or not. Unless the vehicle is registered as non-op, I guess they assume that it is being driven. Not! They also don’t take into consideration the family of five registered drivers where all five of the vehicles being driven are registered under the father’s or mother’s name. Let’s only give money for two of the registered vehicles ... it will keep them happy. What about all those guys and gals we have hired to use gas running chainsaws to trim/cut down all of those trees and brush to help prevent any future Caldor fires? Shouldn’t they get a break on the price too? For crying out loud, just reduce the gas taxes so those who are incurring the expenses are “rewarded.” They are the ones who deserve the “gold star.” What am I missing? CAROL DOELL Pleasant Valley

Larry’s ‘truth’ EDITOR:

hen I see a headline that asserts it will provide “the truth behind how” something has come to be, I expect to find facts in the ensuing article supporting that such is the truth. My expectations were upended in reading Larry Weitzman’s June 13 commentary on how protestors make a living. The commentary fails to provide factual information and instead offers a “probable answer.” The probability we must endure is that collegeage Americans and those slightly older are freeloading off all of us because they choose to protest against the ending of a specific constitutional right. This probability is vastly speculative, as it may be that the young people who were engaged in redressing their grievances with the government were not students or were students protesting at a time when they were not in class or were students who did not take out a student loan. Mr. Weitzman’s core assertion is not supported and as such I do not believe it and as a result

dismissed the remainder of his observations. If the Mountain Democrat is going to run headlines stating what is the truth, even on its Opinion page, I expect actual facts, not speculation. MARK A. WEINER Pollock Pines

State housing project in Placerville EDITOR: ow-cost housing is coming to Placerville. Good, it’s about time! But at what cost? By order of the governor, surplus lands in California can be developed into low-cost housing. In Placerville this is 3 acres that formerly housed the old military armory. Under this mandate, the California General Services Department has leased this parcel to Jamboree Housing. Under the Jamboree plan, in the works is a building that will have 83 housing units on the 3 acres. So what’s the problem? In the city of Placerville we have design and building guidelines. Here are a few of those codes that you and I and any other developer must follow if we choose to build in this city: • Section III Part B #3 — “The city shall not approve any medium or high density residential developments unless they are served by a street system with at least two streets capable of carrying peak loads.” This project will be served by one, Ray Lawyer Drive. • Section 10-5-11 Part (D) — “The maximum density in this zone in the city of Placerville is 16 units per acre.” This project calls for 27 units per acre. • Section 10-5-11 (D) #7 — “The maximum height of this type of structure cannot exceed 40 feet.” In trying to fool us, they show that the maximum ceiling height is 40 feet. When you add the roof structure the total height is 50 feet, 6 inches — thus making it the tallest building in the city. I’m not sure we have fire equipment that would be able to place first responders on the roof and I’m sure the state is not going to purchase a ladder truck that can reach this height. If we look at the plans furnished by Jamboree they propose off-street parking to 83 cars (one per unit) and bedrooms to accommodate a total of 306 persons. The only population density like this is found in large cities. May I ask if there is only

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Guest Column

Happy 4th of July — America, we can figure it out

the celebration of July merica has 4th should be a day on always been a which none shall work land of hard and instead all will work and refrain from exerting struggles but always themselves in any way.” with the hope and Historians have dream of success and said that when John prosperity. Hancock signed On the 4th of the Declaration of July we celebrate Independence, he did our Declaration of so in a bold hand, in a Independence which GLENN MOLLETTE conspicuous manner, was ratified by the and rose from his seat, Second Continental pointing to it, and said, “There, John Congress on July 4, 1776. The Second Bull can read my name without Continental Congress declared that spectacles, he may double his reward the thirteen colonies were no longer and I put this at defiance.” subject and subordinate to the “Independence Day: freedom has monarch of England King George the its life in the hearts, the actions, the III and were now united, free, and spirit of men and so it must be daily independent states. The Congress voted to approve our independence on earned and refreshed – else like a flower cut from its life-giving roots, July 2 and adopted the Declaration of it will wither and die.” — Dwight D. Independence two days later. Eisenhower Benjamin Franklin is reported to Our freedom was won by the sheer have said, “Aye, I know there shall will power of an early generation be no nation on earth that works who determined to do whatever harder than the great and powerful was necessary for our freedom. We United States, and so I dare say that

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Depending on foreign nations for anything is a poor plan for maintaining our freedom. We become dependent instead of independent. had to fight. Our earliest generation determined whatever it took was worth it to separate from the authoritarian rule of England. Freedom is never easy. Most Americans at that time had sacrificed everything to pursue freedom of worship, to develop ideas, businesses and personal interests. It took years for Americans to begin to experience some prosperity and most never did. Our earliest generation sacrificed, worked and battled diseases with little to no medical care. They had no financial or social security. There were no government handouts, bailouts or insurance companies covering losses. Early Americans were on their own and helped each other as best as they could. More than ever before we must make whatever is necessary to run this country from chips to run our

cars and technology to growing our food and producing sufficient energy. Depending on foreign nations for anything is a poor plan for maintaining our freedom. We become dependent instead of independent. This is why we must have a mix of energy. Relying only on one source is not a plan for independence. Trade with other countries is good for America because we want other nations to buy our products. Many businesses in America would die if they could not export to other countries. The main idea is that we produce enough to have enough as we need it in America. I love America. We have a great a history. We have some problems, but who doesn’t? Together we can figure it out. Dr. Glenn Mollette is a national columnist and the author of 13 books.

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Easier adoption would be good, but it certainly won’t persuade all women to carry babies to term. Watching this week’s abortion protests, one thing puzzles me: Why do activists always turn to politics? Celebrities like Lady Gaga and Rihanna attacked Alabama’s abortion bill. “Governor ... SHAME ON YOU,” said Rihanna. Instead of shouting at politicians, activists could put their money where their mouths are. I say to Baldwin and O’Brien, “Lady Gaga and Rihanna by themselves have enough money to fly every woman ... to a state where it’s legal. Why is this a government issue?” “It would be great if celebrities spent their money on mutual aid and direct action instead of lobbying politicians,” says O’Brien. “Currently there is a meme going around,” she

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adds. “People write, ‘If anyone needs to go camping because their state does not allow camping ... come camping with me. We’ll never talk about your camping.’” Why “camping” instead of “abortion”? Because in “certain states, that would create a legal problem,” explains O’Brien. The two sides will never agree about abortion. Personally, I think it’s reasonable when states ban late-term abortion. An 8-month-old fetus sure seems like life to me. But I’m mostly pro-choice. People should own their own bodies. If someone lives inside you, you have a right to control that life. John Stossel is creator of Stossel TV and author of “Give Me a Break: How I Exposed Hucksters, Cheats, and Scam Artists and Became the Scourge of the Liberal Media.”

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Cameron Park youngster Abigail Fass, left photo, smiles after taking her turn on the water slide at the Cameron Park Community Services District Summer Spectacular at Cameron Park Lake Saturday, June, 25. The event, back after two years off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, featured two live bands, food trucks and a fun zone for both kids and adults — all capped off with an evening fireworks show. Little Juniper Skaggs, a Cameron Park native, right photo, takes in her first Summer Spectacular with her grandmother Patty, who was visiting from Southern California.

Chloe Nilsen of Cameron Park, left photo, has a good time while waiting for the fireworks show. Cal Fire firefighters, middle photo, joined in the fun and kept an eye out in case any fires sparked following the fireworks show. From left to right are, James Novak, Mike Garrison, Josh Agustin, Brandon Barret, Justin Cooper, Justin Flowers, Greg Schwegler, Suzie Schwegler and Justin Finley. Sarah Shintaku, right photo, with daughter Riin and Julianne Pereira, from left, enjoy the event picnic-style.

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Brian Ishmael’s memorial highway sign went up Monday.

Sheriff John D’Agostini and Sen. Brian Dahle spoke at the unveiling before two signs were mounted along the eastbound and westbound lanes of Highway 50 near Missouri Flat Road. According to a statement from the Sheriff ’s Office, the signs are placed on a strip of Highway 50 Ishmael drove regularly as a sheriff and Placerville police officer. “As you drive by these signs, please remember deputy Brian ‘Ish’ Ishmael and keep his family in your thoughts and prayers,” the statement concludes.

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Outgoing Pollock Pines-Camino Fire Safe Council board members Jay Chopp and Norma Ray, left, limb trees along Gail Road in Pollock Pines June 25. Outgoing Pollock Pines-Camino Fire Safe Council Chairperson Heather Campbell and resident sheriff’s deputy Matt French, right, get ready to haul in another green waste can.

Volunteers keepin’ it Firewise in Pollock Pines Special to the Democrat The Pollock Pines-Camino Fire Safe Council and Community Economic Development Association of Pollock Pines organized a community volunteer day June 25. Twenty-two volunteers removed vegetation around a building at Forebay Community Park. Volunteers raked, pruned, limbed up trees and removed dead branches to fill a 20-yard dumpster. Providing their professional expertise was a crew from A-K Tree Service. Event organizers said Pollock Pines needs to meet volunteering criteria on an annual basis to retain an “in good standing status” to be a Firewise site. The hours these volunteers worked toward creating defensible space will cover 144 homes for next year’s Firewise insurance discount. At a minimum each site is required

to annually invest the equivalent of one volunteer hour per dwelling doing some form of wildfire risk reduction action. Pollock Pines has three Firewise sites as Sierra Springs Regional Fire Safe Council and Gold Ridge Forest Fire Safe Council also participate. As of June 30 the PPCFSC no longer exists. The group has split into one council for Camino and one for Pollock Pines. Prior Vice Chair Jay Chopp will become the resident leader for northern Pollock Pines and continue applying for Firewise recognition. The Pollock PinesCamino Fire Safe Council Facebook page will be renamed Pollock Pines Firewise Community. Residents will be able to report any home hardening cost, hours spent creating defensible space around their homes, hiring a tree service or masticator to the Facebook page or by message to Jay Chopp. Most fire safe councils within El Dorado County are also Firewise

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sites. Residents can help retain their insurance Firewise discounts by reporting any completed fire mitigation efforts to their fire safe council. Residents can look on the El Dorado County Fire Safe Council website to see what FSC area they live within.

All time or costs for defensible space, fuels reduction or home hardening for wildfire can be reported. Credits for Home Hardening efforts are found on the Hardening Your Home — Ready for Wildfire webpage at readyforwildfire. org.

CHP to focus on speeders and drunk Heavy equipment gone drivers this Fourth of July weekend Thomas Frey Staff writer

California Highway Patrol Independence Day is on a Monday this year, resulting in a three-day weekend for many and a likely increase in vehicles traveling California’s roadways. The California Highway Patrol is reminding motorists that driving too fast is not only illegal but the leading cause of traffic fatalities. To help slow down motorists and increase safe travel, the CHP will deploy extra patrol officers over the holiday weekend as part of a maximum enforcement period. Beginning at 6:01 p.m. on Friday, July 1, through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, July 4, the CHP will observe the maximum enforcement period with a special focus on speed enforcement. In addition to speeding violations,

officers will be on the lookout for distracted and aggressive drivers, and motorists suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. “Give yourself plenty of time to reach your destination. Speeding not only endangers your life but the lives of everyone on the roadway,” said CHP Commissioner Amanda Ray. “Fill the holiday weekend with celebration and fun activities, not reckless choices that lead to tragedy.” There were 43 people killed in crashes on California’s roadways during the 2021 Independence Day maximum enforcement period and more than one-third of the vehicle occupants who died within CHP jurisdiction were not wearing a seat belt. In addition, the CHP made 997 arrests for

driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs during the 78-hour holiday enforcement effort. Last year’s stepped-up efforts to enforce speed limits during the Independence Day weekend, July 2- 5, resulted in CHP officers issuing nearly 10,000 citations statewide. “Speed is the No. 1 factor in roadway crashes in California, causing one-third of the traffic-related deaths,” added Commissioner Ray. A report issued in May 2022 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows the number of people killed in speed-related crashes is on the rise nationwide. According to the NHTSA data, 11,780 deaths in the U.S. were attributed to speeding last year, a 5% increase over 2020.

The El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office is investigating after more than $150,000 of heavy machinery was reported missing from a property on Shale Drive in Mosquito June 12. Chuck Nerviani and his wife own the property, where they have a cabin as well as compact track loader, backhoe, solar trailer, tractors and more stored. Narviani said they had been away May 29 through June 12 and when they returned almost everything was gone. Even basic living needs like beds, camping gear and stoves were missing. “They cleaned my cabin out better than if I had moved,” Nerviani said.

In total, Nerviani estimated the equipment could be worth anywhere from $150,000 to $250,000. Nerviani said he noticed track marks from the compact track loader on his road, making him think the theft may have occurred around Memorial Day because there was rain around then. He said he uses that equipment each year to clear defensible space around the property. Nerviani and his wife, who live and work in the Bay Area, bought the Shale Drive property for weekend getaways and as a possible retirement spot. “You feel violated, vulnerable,” Nerviani said. “My wife doesn’t want to go up there now because she feels it’s not a safe place.”

Saluting our States TENNESSEE

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Nick Baldwin bring the winged sprint car, limited late model and pure stock point leads, respectively, into this coming Monday. The fight for track titles heats up over the summer with several events taking place from now through Labor Day. The Fourth of July spectacle opens a busy week that also sees the Placerville Speedway in action July 9 with Red Hawk Casino Night at the races. A four-division Thunder in the Foothills championship program will be on tap at the show. The pit gate will open at noon, with the front grandstand gate opening at 3 p.m. The pit meeting will be held at 4:30 p.m. with cars on track at 5:15. Hot laps, qualifying and racing will follow. Live music will be performed by The Mix pre-race from 4-6 in the shaded entertainment zone behind the stands. Placerville Speedway is located on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. For more information on Placerville Speedway log onto placervillespeedway.com.

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News release Sacramento’s Capital Junior Crew Youth Women’s Pair, Elsa Hartman of Granite Bay and Lily Crook of El Dorado Hills, won gold at the U.S. Rowing Youth National Championship, besting the field by almost two boat lengths. Competition took place June 9-12 at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Fla. The regatta featured more than 2,000 rowers racing for medals in up to 43 events. Capital Junior Crew Youth Men’s 4, placed 6th at the national championship in a closely contested grand final heat. Capital Crew Women’s U17 placed 5th at the championship in a tough-fought battle where Capital raced in contention through 1,500 meters in the grand final heat. The U17 fell just short of a visit to the podium.

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County offices will be closed on July 4. All branches of the county library will be closed. County courts will be closed. El Dorado Disposal Service reports that trash pickup will continue as regularly scheduled. The Materials Recovery Facility will be open but the office will be closed. El Dorado Irrigation District offices will be closed. Banks will be closed for the holiday. However, some banks have branches in local supermarkets, and these may remain open. Check with your branch. The offices of the Mountain Democrat will be closed for the holiday. A paper will not be published.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). What people imagine about their behavior and ability may be different from how it plays out in life. Then again, only those brave enough to dive in and make things real will discover such outcomes. You’re among the brave. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Oddly enough, you won’t know some of the things on your mind until you hear yourself speak them. Being around people you feel comfortable with will teach you about yourself. The more you communicate, the more you’ll learn. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Like the flow of freeway traffic, the rhythm of your day will be affected by many collaborative factors. Matching the speed of those around you, you’ll soon move as a single unit headed to the same destination. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). If the effort to have fun has you feeling frantic instead, maybe it’s not you. Change your environment. Choose different company. See if things don’t mellow when you’re supported by someone you can relax around. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’ll thrive in all kinds of relationships. There’s an easy give-and-take with some, and with others it’s more of a give-and-give. You’ll set the boundaries when you need to but for now your heart expands to accommodate demands. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’ll tune into group and crowd dynamics. Those who seem more interested in the rest of the room than the ones they are with are sending a signal of dissatisfaction or distress. You could save someone with your fun.

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elebrating summer with sizzling meals starts with tender, juicy cuts of meat that take center stage when dining on the patio or firing up the grill. Call over the neighbors or simply enjoy family time with your nearest and dearest by savoring the flavor of warm weather meals. Steak enthusiasts and burger lovers alike can show off their summer cooking skills with these recipes for Fried Lobster Po Boy Cheeseburgers from Omaha Steaks Executive Chef David Rose. Thick, juicy, marbled steaks are cooked to tender doneness and complemented by steakhouse-style fries while savory lobster is combined with all-American burgers. Find more summer favorites at OmahaSteaks.com/ Summer.

Fried Lobster Po Boy Cheeseburgers Recipe courtesy of Omaha Steaks Executive Chef David Rose Prep time: about 20 minutes Cook time: about 20 minutes Servings: 2 Pimento Remoulade: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 1/2 tablespoons minced pimentos 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon minced bread and butter pickles 1 pepperoncino, seeded and minced 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 3 dashes hot sauce kosher salt, to taste

Fried Lobster Tails: Vegetable oil, for frying 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 large egg 1 tablespoon water 2 dashes hot sauce 1/4 cup potato chips, finely blended in food processor 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon minced flat leaf Italian parsley 2 Omaha Steaks Cold Water Lobster Tails (5 ounces each) Cheeseburgers: 1 pound Omaha Steaks Premium Ground Beef salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 brioche buns 2 slices yellow cheddar cheese 3 leaves romaine lettuce, shredded

Fried Lobster Po Boy Cheeseburgers

To make pimento remoulade: In small bowl, mix mayo nnaise, pimentos, mustard, pickles, pepperoncino, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, lemon juice and hot sauce until well-incorporated. Season with salt, to taste. To make fried lobster tails: Preheat grill to 400 F and add oil to 10-inch cast-iron pan, about 1/2-inch deep. In medium bowl, whisk flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, garlic powder and smoked paprika until well-incorporated. Set aside.

In separate medium bowl, whisk egg, water and hot sauce. Set aside. In third medium bowl, whisk potato chips, panko breadcrumbs and parsley until well-incorporated. Set aside. Cut lobster tails in half lengthwise, remove meat from shell and season with remaining kosher salt and black pepper. Toss halved lobster tails in flour mixture first, egg mixture second and potato chip mixture third, coating thoroughly. Fry lobster tails 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-

brown and cooked through. Close grill lid between flipping. To make cheeseburgers: Preheat grill to 450 F using direct heat. Form ground beef into two 1/2-pound patties, each about 1/2-inch thick. Using thumb, make dimple in center of each patty to help cook evenly. Season both sides of burger with salt and pepper, to taste. Spread butter on each cut-side of buns. Grill burgers 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness.

Add one slice cheddar cheese on each burger, close lid and grill about 30 seconds to melt cheese. Remove patties from grill to clean plate. Place buns cut-sides down on grill grates and toast 20-30 seconds, or until well toasted, being careful to avoid burning. To assemble: Place desired amount of remoulade on buns. Place cheeseburgers on bottom buns. Top each with two fried lobster tail halves. Place handful shredded lettuce on lobster tails. Top with buns.

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In medium bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, thyme, rosemary and parsley until fully incorporated. Remove fries from oven and toss with Parmesan herbs. To make New York strip steaks: Season steaks generously with Southwest steak rub on both sides. In cast-iron pan, add grapeseed oil and bring to high heat. Place steaks in pan and sear 3-4 minutes on both sides for medium-rare doneness. Remove steaks from pan and rest 8 minutes; reserve oil in cast-iron pan. To make peppercorn cream sauce: Add brandy to reserved oil in cast-iron pan and reduce to 1/3 volume, about 1 minute. Add beef stock and reduce by 1/3 volume, about 2-3 minutes. Add heavy cream and cracked peppercorn medley to pan, bring to boil and reduce to simmer until thickened. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Creamy Peppercorn Sauce and ParmesanHerb Fries

Recipe courtesy of Omaha Steaks Executive Chef David Rose Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Servings: 2 Southwest Steak Rub: 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin Parmesan-Herb Fries: 1 package (16 ounces) Omaha Steaks Steakhouse Fries 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, minced

Southwest Steaks with Creamy Peppercorn Sauce and Parmesan-Herb Fries

New York Strip Steaks: 2 Omaha Steaks Butcher’s Cut New York Strips Southwest steak rub 1/4 cup grapeseed oil 2 ounces unsalted butter, cold Peppercorn Cream Sauce: 1/2 cup brandy 3/4 cup beef stock 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 teaspoons peppercorn medley, coarsely cracked salt, to taste pepper, to taste To make Southwest steak rub: In small bowl, whisk salt, pepper, thyme, paprika, chili powder, chipotle pepper, garlic powder and cumin until fully incorporated. To make Parmesan-herb fries: Preheat oven to 425 F. Place fries on baking rack on top of sheet pan; bake 25 minutes, or until goldenbrown and crispy.

Saluting our States ALABAMA

Statehood: Dec. 14, 1819

Maine

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Statehood: March 15, 1820

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• Bird: Chickadee

• Bird: Bluebird

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send water tankers to fill the community’s water tank. Jenkinson Lake on June 30 held 32,257 acre-feet of water out a of a maximum of 41,000 acre-feet. The goal has been to maintain at least 25,000 acre-feet at the end of the irrigation season to have enough to carry over for another dry year. Folsom Lake was at 83% of capacity as of midnight June 30, according to SMUD data. That meant Folsom had 815,394 acre-feet of water out of a maximum of 977,000. Folsom had reached a maximum of 90% this season. EID Operations Manager Dan Corcoran reported to the Board of Directors that Folsom was releasing more than it was taking in as it was sending flows to the Delta for fish and for delivery down the Central Valley

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their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. — That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, — That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security. — Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government. The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny over these States. To prove this, let Facts be submitted to a candid world. He has refused his Assent to Laws, the most wholesome and necessary for the public good. He has forbidden his Governors to pass Laws of immediate and pressing importance, unless suspended in their operation till his Assent should be obtained; and when so suspended, he has utterly neglected to attend to them. He has refused to pass other Laws for the accommodation of large districts of people, unless those people would relinquish the right of Representation in the Legislature, a right inestimable to them and formidable to tyrants only. He has called together legislative bodies at places unusual, uncomfortable, and distant from the depository of their public Records, for the sole purpose of fatiguing them into compliance with his measures. He has dissolved Representative

Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people. He has refused for a long time, after such dissolutions, to cause others to be elected; whereby the Legislative powers, incapable of Annihilation, have returned to the People at large for their exercise; the State remaining in the mean time exposed to all the dangers of invasion from without, and convulsions within. He has endeavoured to prevent the population of these States; for that purpose obstructing the Laws for Naturalization of Foreigners; refusing to pass others to encourage their migrations hither, and raising the conditions of new Appropriations of Lands. He has obstructed the Administration of Justice, by refusing his Assent to Laws for establishing Judiciary powers. He has made Judges dependent on his Will alone, for the tenure of their offices, and the amount and payment of their salaries. He has erected a multitude of New Offices, and sent hither swarms of Officers to harrass our people, and eat out their substance. He has kept among us, in times of peace, Standing Armies without the Consent of our legislatures. He has affected to render the Military independent of and superior to the Civil power. He has combined with others to subject us to a jurisdiction foreign to our constitution, and unacknowledged by our laws; giving his Assent to their Acts of pretended Legislation: For Quartering large bodies of armed troops among us: For protecting them, by a mock Trial, from punishment for any Murders which they should commit on the Inhabitants of these States: For cutting off our Trade with all parts of the world: For imposing Taxes on us without our Consent: For depriving us in many cases, of the benefits of Trial by Jury: For transporting us beyond Seas to be tried for pretended offences For abolishing the free System of English Laws in a neighbouring Province, establishing therein an Arbitrary government, and enlarging its Boundaries so as to render it at once an example and fit instrument for introducing the same absolute rule into these Colonies:

Canal. The June 30 report said inflows to Folsom were 1,671 cfs and releases from the dam were 5,447 cfs. “(EID) continues to rely solely on local supplies during 2022,” Corcoran said. “Due to local runoff into Jenkinson Lake through the Camp Creek Tunnel, supplementation by releases through the Hazel Creek Tunnel (connected to the El Dorado Canal), Jenkinson Lake remains on track to meet or exceed its end of season carryover target,” Corcoran noted. Corcoran added, “The district (is) well positioned to meet 2022 customer demands (and) demands during the past three months (were) lower than 2021.” n

For taking away our Charters, abolishing our most valuable Laws, and altering fundamentally the Forms of our Governments: For suspending our own Legislatures, and declaring themselves invested with power to legislate for us in all cases whatsoever. He has abdicated Government here, by declaring us out of his Protection and waging War against us. He has plundered our seas, ravaged our Coasts, burnt our towns, and destroyed the lives of our people. He is at this time transporting large Armies of foreign Mercenaries to compleat the works of death, desolation and tyranny, already begun with circumstances of Cruelty & perfidy scarcely paralleled in the most barbarous ages, and totally unworthy the Head of a civilized nation. He has constrained our fellow Citizens taken Captive on the high Seas to bear Arms against their Country, to become the executioners of their friends and Brethren, or to fall themselves by their Hands. He has excited domestic insurrections amongst us, and has endeavoured to bring on the inhabitants of our frontiers, the merciless Indian Savages, whose known rule of warfare, is an undistinguished destruction of all ages, sexes and conditions. In every stage of these Oppressions We have Petitioned for Redress in the most humble terms: Our repeated Petitions have been answered only by repeated injury. A Prince whose character is thus marked by every act which may define a Tyrant, is unfit to be the ruler of a free people. Nor have We been wanting in attentions to our Brittish brethren. We have warned them from time to time of attempts by their legislature to extend an unwarrantable jurisdiction over us. We have reminded them of the circumstances of our emigration and settlement here. We have appealed to their native justice and magnanimity, and we have conjured them by the ties of our common kindred to disavow these usurpations, which, would inevitably interrupt our connections and correspondence. They too have been deaf to the voice of justice and of consanguinity. We must, therefore, acquiesce in the necessity, which denounces our Separation, and hold them, as we hold the rest of mankind, Enemies in War, in Peace Friends.

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We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States; that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain, is and ought to be totally dissolved; and that as Free and Independent States, they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which Independent States may of right do. And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor. Signatures: Georgia — Button Gwinnett, Lyman Hall, George Walton North Carolina — William Hooper, Joseph Hewes, John Penn South Carolina — Edward Rutledge, Thomas Heyward, Jr., Thomas Lynch, Jr., Arthur Middleton Maryland — Samuel Chase, William Paca, Thomas Stone, Charles Carroll of Carrollton Virginia — George Wythe, Richard Henry Lee, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Harrison, Thomas Nelson, Jr., Francis Lightfoot Lee, Carter Braxton Pennsylvania — Robert Morris, Benjamin Rush, Benjamin Franklin, John Morton, George Clymer, James Smith, George Taylor, James Wilson, George Ross Delaware — Caesar Rodney, George Read, Thomas McKean New York — William Floyd, Philip Livingston, Francis Lewis, Lewis Morris New Jersey — Richard Stockton, John Witherspoon, Francis Hopkinson, John Hart, Abraham Clark New Hampshire — Josiah Bartlett, William Whipple, Matthew Thornton Massachusetts — John Hancock, Samuel Adams, John Adams, Robert Treat Paine, Elbridge Gerry Rhode Island — Stephen Hopkins, William Ellery Connecticut — Roger Sherman, Samuel Huntington, William Williams, Oliver Wolcott

Saluting our States ARKANSAS

Statehood: June 15, 1836

“Natural State” • Flower: Apple Blossom

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Statehood: Jan. 26, 1837

“Great Lakes State” • Flower: Apple Blossom

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Statehood: March 3, 1845

• Flower: Orange Blossom

• Tree: Pine

• Tree: White Pine

• Tree: Sabal Palm

• Bird: Mockingbird

• Bird: Robin

• Bird: Mockingbird

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• Fossil: Mastodon

• Drink: Orange Juice

• Insect: Honeybee

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• Reptile: American Alligator

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“Year over year our customers have saved (water),” said Director Alan Day. “Save your trees.” One additional EID reservoir is Weber Reservoir, first built in about 1929 and since rehabilitated twice. The reservoir is full and not needed for release to Folsom Lake because the district has a U.S. Bureau of Reclamation allocation of about 7,500 acre-feet and 17,000 acrefeet of its own water rights currently available to pump out of Folsom Lake. At the EID Board of Directors meeting June 27 directors also received the annual audit. Director Pat Dwyer said over the last 10 years hookups have

averaged 600 annually. “We’re doing more with less,” he noted, adding that the water supply will last 10 years. Corcoran said, “Year over year demand is down 30% for May and 21% projected for June.” Those figures will not be repeated as summer heats up, though some slight savings are still anticipated, Corcoran indicated. Corcoran also noted that letters have been sent to commercial, industrial and institutional customers regarding the State Water Resources Control Board’s non-functional turf irrigation ban.

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Continued from A10 jump into second prior to a caution waving on lap 19. On the restart Copeland shot to the lead but was called for a jumped start and docked two positions on the ensuing attempt. When things went back green Majdic made a bold move on the outside to grab the top-spot heading into turn one. Robinson tried a counter move through three and four but it ultimately saw contact that flattened her left front tire just as the red flag waved for an incident in turn two. Robinson kept the lead and continued with the flat tire but on the restart Majdic made the move to slip underneath for the lead. The “Magic Man” then withstood a final lap charge from Copeland to record his first Placerville Speedway victory, which came during his initial start in the No. 83v. Copeland finished second, followed by Steele, 12th starter Justyn Cox and Michael Ing in the top five. Completing the top 10 were Michael Pombo, 17th starter Kyle Hirst, Jimmy Trulli, Robinson and Justin Bradway. A stellar field of 36 winged sprint cars competed on Saturday night. So far this year the Nor-Cal Dwarf Car Association has made three appearances at Placerville Speedway and all three have been captured by Ben Wiesz. The Colfax racer dominated much of Saturday and weathered a closing Dylan Shrum at the end for the triumph. Shawn Whitney, Corey Eaton and Josh Wiesz finished third through fifth, respectively. Rounding out the top 10 were Kevin Bender, Isaak Geil, Brian Quilty, Dan Geil and Tom VanTuyl. Placerville Speedway returns to action on Monday July 4 with the annual Independence Day Freedom Fireworks event.

fastest laps of the race. A total of 18 late models competed during the night. Jinkerson is routinely one of the drivers to beat whenever he straps into a pure stock and on Saturday night he reminded everyone of that. The “Diamond Springs Dynamite” lined up from the pole and easily won the 25-lap main event, much of the time leading a full straightaway. The action behind him though started out hot and heavy with at least five cars racing for the runner up position. Kevin Jinkerson, Nick Baldwin, Scott Grunert and others raced back and forth before things started to settle down over the waning circuits. Not even a couple of late restarts could slow the fast-moving Dan Jinkerson though, as he raced off to record his 36th career pure stock triumph at Placerville Speedway. The win paid an even $1,000. Kevin Jinkerson, Baldwin, Grunert and Craig Nieman completed the top five. The remainder of the top 10 was filled out by Les Friend, Jason Poppert, Jason Armstrong, Ryan Parkhurst and Jacob Bright. A stout field of 33 pure stocks signed into the pits at the Carnett Clash. All cars that started the A-main took home a minimum of $500. The 25-lap winged sprint car feature began with rookie driver Caeden Steele snagging the lead, in what was his first career start on the red clay. The surface had slicked off nicely, which led to several back-and-forth races with plenty of slide jobs thrown in. Steele led until contacting the front stretch wall and getting into a wild 360-degree spin. Somehow, he continued in third, as Jodie Robinson now found herself out front with Chase Majdic in second. Roseville’s Colby Copeland then made a couple of swift moves to

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Continued from A1 charitable (organizations) out there that know we are looking, so if they come across anything, we’ll get an email.” The El Dorado Community Foundation has collected around $3.5 million in donations and grants and has dispersed more than $1.7 million to help Caldor Fire survivors. The organization, eager to help the Grizzly Flat community in the aftermath of this disaster, has received much appreciation, according to Roby. “We received lots of ‘thank you’ notes. The ones coming now are really impactful, saying ‘Thank you for staying with us. Thank you for still being here,’” Roby said. “It’s providing hope to people knowing that we are not just a one-off. “I personally have a deep appreciation for my fellow employees of the foundation, who have not forgotten (the Grizzly Flat community) and continue to work very hard to make sure we bring all the possible support mechanisms we can to assist them and rebuild their lives.” Those looking to donate can do so at edcf.fcsuite.com.

The money comes through a series of donors and grants, according to Roby. In a presentation to the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors Roby noted the El Dorado Community Foundation donated about $80,000 to Grizzly Flat residents in April and about the same amount for June. Nearly 180 households have applied for this relief. Others looking to apply for financial assistance can through disaster case managers hired by the county who recommend applicants to the foundation for final approval. The case managers can be contacted at the Cameron Park Library. It has also racked up about $350,000 in donations toward construction of a new community center in Grizzly Flat. It’s not enough since the project will cost around $3 million, Roby explained. “The Ford Foundation opened a community hall grant process where they allocate $2.5 million to build one. I read about it and it stopped at Siskiyou County in Southern Oregon,” Roby said. “But we will keep watching for other opportunities. We have a lot of other

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Saluting our States TEXAS

“Lonestar State”

Statehood: Dec. 29, 1845

• Flower: Bluebonnet

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Statehood: Feb. 11, 1859

“Sunflower State” • Flower: Sunflower

• Tree: Pecan

• Flower: Wild Prairie Rose

• Bird: Mockingbird

• Tree: Oak

• Mammal: Armadillo

• Bird: Eastern Goldfinch

• Bird: Western Meadowlark

• Sport: Rodeo

• Insert: Honeybee

• Animal: Buffalo

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KNOW Now Gold Bug Park & Mine in Placerville is open daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit goldbugpark.org. The El Dorado County Certified Farmers Market Association hosts the following markets: El Dorado Hills Town Center, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday; Placerville Cinema, 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday; Burke Junction in Cameron Park, 8 a.m. to noon every Wednesday. For more information visit eldoradofarmersmarket. com/markets. Broadway at Music Circus presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Carousel,” running through July 3 at the UC Davis Health Pavilion, 1419 H St., Sacramento. For tickets and more information call (916) 557-1999 or visit broadwaysacramento.com. Watercolor Artists of Sacramento Horizons presents Go With The Flow, this year’s open exhibition and artists are invited to submit their work. Register paintings no later than July 15. Sign in at client.smarterentry. com/wash to submit artwork.

July 1 Vitalant will hold an El Dorado Hills Stadium 14 & IMAX Theater blood drive, noon to 4 p.m. The Bloodmobile will be parked near the movie theater on the north side. Donors are encouraged to make an appointment at donors. vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM486 or call Vitalant at (877) 2584825 and mention the same code. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows. Visit the Sherwood Demonstration Garden, 6699 Campus Drive in Placerville, open to the public, 9 a.m. to noon Fridays and Saturdays. See the many plants, trees, ■

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RISES ABOVE Carolyn S. Dyle Special to the Mountain Democrat

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att Harline had The road forward a successful career as an While Matt was in electrical engineer, rehabilitation Tricia suggested managing teams of engineers and drawing or painting to stay busy. developing computer systems. Matt had always loved art and He and his wife Tricia had a considered a career as an artist beautiful home, a supportive when he was young. Although he family, abundant friends and had been selected “outstanding a great career. He was looking artist” in his senior year of high forward to a summer bicycling school, he decided to keep art adventure in 2016 he had as a hobby and pursue a career planned for his Scout troop when in electrical engineering for its he decided to go shopping for a financial security. Now Matt had new bicycle. time to focus on his art and find Matt always wore his helmet solace in its beauty. when riding his bike. But since The Harlines bought a home he was only trying out a few bikes on 5 acres in Concow in Butte he didn’t wear one while riding County one year after the injury. in a vacated parking lot by the The new home had a separate bicycle shop one fateful Saturday workshop for an art studio, afternoon. On his third bike ride launching a new career. Matt “Oak Leaves and Acorn” by Matt Harline, 2018 he caught a glimpse of a truck created six paintings of Northern approaching from back lot. This California lakes which were was Matt’s last memory of that hung in conference room offices of the company where he had ride. The collision resulted in a traumatic brain injury. worked prior to his accident, each named for a one of Northern Recovery and rehabilitation would be long and arduous. Matt knew he had reached a crossroad in life when he had to come to ■ See HARLINE, page B5

Saluting our States Statehood: Sept. 9, 1850

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• Flower: Golden Poppy • Tree: California Redwood

• Bird: Western Meadowlark

• Tree: Norway Pine

• Animal: California Grizzly Bear • Dance: West Coast Swing Dance

• Bird: Common Loon

• Animal: American Beaver

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Good times coming to Miraflores Winery Mimi Escabar Special Sections Editor

iraflores Winery offers its highly acclaimed Pairings Lunches and Brunch & Bubbles events this summer. For nearly a decade the El Dorado County winery has hosted an array of accomplished guest chefs who prepare creatively executed four-course menus, exquisitely paired with Miraflores wines chosen by the wineries on-site sommelier. A recent addition, Brunch & Bubbles, has been added to the culinary program, offered the first weekends of July, August and September. This unique event features four courses of culinary brunch delights from chef Tara Martinez paired with handcrafted specialty mimosas that enhance each dish. These summer events are held outdoors on the shaded terrace overlooking Miraflores estate vineyards. The first Brunch & Bubbles of the season, July 2 & 3, will have a Latin flair. Opening with a breakfast taco salad with potatoes, breakfast sausage, pickled onion, jalapeño, cilantro and cabbage it will be paired with a lime-coriander mimosa. The eggs Benedict on sopas with shredded pork and Tara’s famous hollandaise will be paired with a jalapeño mimosa. The Mexican

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Miraflores Winery hosts special events all summer, celebrating great food and wine pairings. Brunch and lunch meals are offered on the terrace. chocolate pot de crème with a shortbread cookie is paired with Miraflores “Gabriel” mimosa and Martinez’ freshly baked cinnamon roll goes with a “Creamsicle” mimosa. Each mimosa is handcrafted by Martinez, using Miraflores sparkling wine and a variety of fresh juices, fruit, herbs

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To honor the memory of local sculptor Ken Humphreys, who recently passed away in Rescue, collector Sarah Pender is selling some of her collection of Humphreys’ soapstone sculptures. Proceeds will benefit the El Dorado Community Foundation. Humphreys was a college math professor, co-creator of the Rescue Fire Department and a prolific member of the local art community. The sculptures range from whitestreaked silver soapstone to mixed amber and black. For more information contact Pender at (530) 622-4553.

Saluting our States WISCONSIN

Statehood: May 29, 1848

“America’s Dairyland” • Flower: Wood Violet

WEST VIRGINIA

Statehood: June 20, 1863

“Mountain State” • Flower: Rhododendron

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Statehood: Oct. 31, 1864

“Silver State” • Flower: Sagebrush

• Tree: Sugar Maple

• Tree: Single-Leaf Pinon

• Bird: Robin

• Bird: Cardinal

• Animal: Badger

• Animal: Black Bear

• Bird: Mountain Bluebird

• Dance: Polka

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bout 20 years ago a friend of mine at school wanted to show me Baz Luhrmann’s “Moulin Rouge!” I’ve mentioned here previously that, even growing up in the theater, I’ve never really been taken by musicals. I was interested in her though, so I acquiesced to her request. After two hours of sensory overload she asked me what I thought. My response was immediate and to the point: “I think I need to watch it again. Right now.” It was huge, bombastic, joyful and glorious. It wasn’t a surprise it was nominated for best picture and I would place it among the best films of the 2000s. I loved it. More than 20 years later Mr. Luhrmann returns with another music-focused film, this time a biopic of “The King” himself. “Elvis,” which follows the rock ‘n’ roll legend from his childhood in Tupelo, Miss., to his rise to stardom starting in Memphis, Tenn., and his conquering of Las Vegas, Nev., is a good movie — not a great one. I felt the performance of Austin Butler (“Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood,” “Yoga Hosers”) was exceptional. Tom Hanks as Col. Tom Parker, not so much. It’s not that Mr. Hanks doesn’t give it his all and deliver a solid performance (when does he not?), it’s just that Mr. Butler completely inhabits the role in the tradition of Jamie Foxx as Ray Charles or Joaquin Phoenix as Johnny Cash. It takes a special performance to become lost in such an iconic character. Hanks doesn’t make the performance his own as much as Butler does and, frankly, Hanks’ accent and make-up prosthetics do him little favors and they become a bit of a distraction. Col. Parker was indeed from the

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Joshua B. Porter Democrat correspondent Netherlands and immigrated to America when he was 20, but his accent never sounded like portrayed, particularly in public or during interviews. My other main gripe about the movie is its convenient way of leaving out important details about the rock ‘n’ roll legend. Not only do we never get the age of Priscilla when Elvis meets and falls in love with her, but she’s cast and the film is written in a manner that almost seems like she was in college. This was far from the truth. That, combined with questions the film asks about Col. Parker’s background and history that are never answered, leaves me scratching my head about what writers Luhrmann, Sam Bromell, Craig Pearce and Jeremy Doner were attempting to uncover with such a big mystery that they deemed not important enough to reveal. Director Luhrmann is known for his quick cutting and fast-paced montages. They are on steroids here, going from one cluster of visual cues and transitions to the next, rarely taking the time to play a full song from beginning to end, instead using the melody method to dive in and out of Presley’s catalog with attention deficitlike subtlety. Sensory overload can be exhilarating but also exhausting in an almost threehour film. Leading up to release I recall Baz Luhrman talking about a four-and-a-half hour cut of “Elvis.” I racked my brain wondering if there was

anything Mr. Luhrman could tell in such a “Lawrence of Arabia”-length cut of the movie that he couldn’t tell in two-and-a-half. After watching the film, I am more apt to want to see that longer cut, as the entire runtime felt like something was missing. The film is entertaining but seems a bit hollow in the emotional heft of Mr. Presley and his struggles, particularly later in life. Whereas the Johnny Cash biopic “Walk the Line” did a deep dive into Mr. Cash’s excessive infidelity and drug use, never shying away from his demons, “Elvis” seems to skim the surface

of these similar issues. They don’t ignore them — they are present — but they seem to be pulled back just enough to make our hero seem as relatable and blameless to some of the bad decisions and darker sides of his life and career. Maybe because Graceland and Lisa Marie and Presley’s former wife, Priscilla, have made strong endorsements for the movie. It is a marketable product that is directly correlated to the money his estate makes, after all. Can’t go too far down that dark rabbit hole! All in all, “Elvis” is a good (and often entertaining)

movie. While it may seem a bit more surface-level than say, “Walk the Line,” the performance of Austin Butler and the songs that will have you tapping your foot the whole time are worth the price of admission alone. As always, the music is still the highlight. Joshua B. Porter is a writer/ director/producer. His most recent project, the feature film “No Evidence OF Man,” is an official selection of the Madrid International Film Festival where it has been nominated for four awards. He can be reached at @joshuabporter or joshuabporter@mtdemocrat. net.

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Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival headlined by mega-hits News release

NCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — Entertainment, food, family and friends will converge once again under the stars on the scenic shore of Lake Tahoe this summer as Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival launches its 50th anniversary season. Showcasing live entertainment seven nights a week, July 1 through Aug. 22 at Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park, LTSF’s 2022 lineup is headlined by mega-hit productions of “Much Ado About Nothing,” Shakespeare’s sublime battle of wits and wills, and “Mamma Mia!,” the smash hit feel-good musical. “Mamma Mia!” (music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus / some songs with Stig Anderson / book by Catherine Johnson / originally conceived by Judy Craymer) is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International. “Much Ado About Nothing” is directed by LTSF Producing Artistic Director Charles Fee. “Mamma Mia!” is helmed by director, Victoria Bussert. Both productions will be performed in rotating repertory, Tuesdays through Sundays at 7:30 p.m. Discounted two-show packages are on sale now. Beatrice and Benedick would rather exchange scorching insults than sweet nothings in “Much Ado About Nothing.” However, the pugnacious pair is forced to forge a partnership in order to defend house and honor

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See Shakespeare’s classic “Much Ado About Nothing” and more at this year’s Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival. and salvage the true love of Hero and Claudio after deceptions destroy the lovers’ wedding day. Will the earnest endeavor to restore a young romance elicit an unexpected change of heart for the effort’s unlikely collaborators

as well? “Mamma Mia!” takes place on a tiny Greek island, where Sophie is making final preparations for her wedding day in paradise. Little does her mother Donna know that Sophie’s last-minute

preparations include sleuthing out who her father may be among three possible candidates whom she’s secretly invited. The storytelling n

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Lake Tahoe’s microplastic becomes an exhibit Tahoe Daily Tribune INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — Visitors to Sand Harbor State Park will now be able to enjoy an informational, hands-on exhibit where they can learn more about protecting Lake Tahoe from plastic pollution. The display, titled Tahoe’s Plastic Problem, teaches families how to properly identify different types of plastic, the importance of recycling them properly and how to keep them out of our waterways. The exhibit was developed by the Tahoe Water Suppliers Association, with funding provided by the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Sustainable Materials Management. “We hope visitors who come to enjoy Lake Tahoe’s crystal-clear water can also learn how to take care of it. The exhibit shows people how much plastic makes it into the lake, where it accumulates, and how it’s broken down into microplastics,” states BSMM Bureau Chief Daren Winkelman in a press release. “BSMM is excited to partner with

the Nevada Division of State Parks to teach locals and tourists about ways to reduce plastic use and keep our beautiful Lake Tahoe clean and plastic-free,” Winkleman continues. “We also want to give a special thanks to the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center for its continued work on this important issue.” TERC has been conducting microplastic source and implication research in Lake Tahoe since the summer of 2018. With more and more tourists visiting the Tahoe Basin, NDEP hopes this display will encourage visitors to make ecofriendly, sustainable choices that will protect Lake Tahoe’s pristine beauty and surrounding ecosystem for generations to come. The new exhibit at Sand Harbor is a replica of one designed by TERC and TWSA. The original display, housed at the UC Davis Tahoe Science Center in Incline Village, was funded by a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant administered by NDEP’s Nonpoint Source Pollution Management Program.

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The new microplastics exhibit featured at the Sand Harbor Visitor Center in Lake Tahoe aims to educate visitors about the long-lasting problem. Visitors are encouraged to share photos of the Tahoe’s Plastic Problem exhibit and use the hashtag #BreakFreeFromPlastic.

For more information visit parks. nv.gov. To learn more about the Tahoe Science Center visit tahoe.ucdavis.edu.

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Statehood: Nov. 2, 1889

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• Tree: Ponderosa Pine

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California’s lakes: Lake Tahoe, Shasta, Trinity, Alpine, Mendocino and Eagle Lakes. But the winds of ill-fate were not finished. Matt and Tricia lost their home to strong winds that drove a fire through Concow and Paradise, taking all in its path. Gratefully, they were not home that day. When they were able to return to the cite following the fire, Matt said he looked over the ashes that remained and pondered starting over again. The chorus of a song from the movie “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” came to mind: “From the ashes of disaster grow the roses of success.” Matt decided he needed to find the roses among the ashes. He gathered charred wood from his studio in hopes of finding a way to incorporate the ash in his paintings. The mingling of ash and paint created interesting affects he uses in many of his works.

See his works at HuesOfTheWorld.com and on Instagram @mattharline. Matt also plans to exhibit his works with the Placerville Arts

Association’s annual Artist Studio Tour in September.

Art with purpose In 2019 Matt and Tricia purchased a home with a detached studio just east of Placerville where Matt has continued to pursue his career as an artist. While enrolled in Making Art Making Money, a workshop to learn how to develop an art business, Matt befriended a mother of a child born with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome. He created a painting of her two children dancing in their backyard. He said it was the most emotional and rewarding experience of his painting career. Through this friend, Matt met the mother of a daughter with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. When Matt painted a picture of this child standing strong, the mother suggested he create a series of paintings of children with rare disorders and write the stories of their achievements as children with profound medical conditions. Matt has since created paintings and written the stories of children with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome, EhlersDanlos syndrome, cerebral palsy, encephalocele and hydrocephalus from Colorado, California, Hawaii, Australia and the United Kingdom in his book, “See What I Can Do! Stories of Remarkable Children.” There are more children with rare disorders waiting to be represented in his book, he shared, adding that he hopes to inspire others to focus on what they can do rather than what they cannot do. “From the ashes of my studio comes interesting paint colors,” Matt said. “From the ashes of a child born with a syndrome that would otherwise seem unsurmountable comes a family that has rallied around others and found strength to support their child. Rising from the ashes is an amazing child that can really do “Bristlecone Pine #5” by much more than you Matt Harline, 2021 might think.” Besides painting exceptional children, Matt finds peace and comfort in painting trees like the oaks growing on his Placerville property because, he explained, they represent strength and courage to survive the storms of life. He is particularly intrigued by the twisted, weather-beaten branches of the Great Basin bristlecone pine tree. Its enduring strength has earned it a reputation for being the oldest known living trees in the world with some documented to be nearly 5,000 years old. Matt said the bristlecone pine tree survives and thrives in spite of the challenges its harsh environment presents, much like the people who survive and manage to thrive in spite of the harsh challenges they face.

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Puppet theater July 9 & 10: Puppet Art Theater Company presents the tale of “Little Red Riding Hood in the Children’s Theater” with shows at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m., weather permitting. A nutty version of the classic fairy tale done Puppet Art Theater style.

Little Red and her dog Fifi are taking pepperoni pizza to Grandma’s when they run into the wolf. Wolf loves pizza and plots to get Red’s. Join Little Red, Fifi and Grandma as they try to keep the Wolf from eating them and their pepperoni pizza. Tickets can be purchased at the Fairytale Town Box Office or at the entrance to the Children’s Theater 15 minutes prior to show time.

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Canadian roots-pop trio to perform at The Center News release

RASS VALLEY — With nine critically acclaimed releases, a No. 1 single, a Juno Award and a devoted fanbase blanketing the globe, rootspop combo the Good Lovelies is among Canada’s brightest musical lights. For more than a decade, the hardworking trio of Caroline Brooks, Kerri Ough and Susan Passmore — guitarwielding songwriters all and queens of the goosebumpraising three-part harmony — entered 2020 at full steam, with plans to write and record new material, reduce their carbon footprint via multiple green initiatives and build on their reputation as electrifying performers with extensive touring, culminating in their highly anticipated annual seasonal concerts. The best really is yet to come; the talented and hardworking Good Lovelies is poised to soar even higher in the roaring 2020s on every conceivable front.

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Folk-roots trio Good Lovelies bring’s great music to Grass Valley July 7. See these talented musicians Thursday, July 7, at The Center for the Arts Marisa Funk Theater, 314 West Main St. in Grass Valley. At its core the trio can be described as a country/folk

trio with tinges of pop, roots, jazz and sometimes hip-hop mixed in. The member’s musical careers has yielded four widely acclaimed studio albums, two Christmas collections, including 2019’s gorgeous “Evergreen,” two

EPs, a live album and a No. 1 single, “I See Gold” from 2018’s smash “Shapeshifters,” plus devoted fans in Europe, Australia, the U.S. and homeland Canada, where performances alongside the Toronto Symphony Orchestra

are not unheard of. The Good Lovelies first united in 2006 for a one-off performance and the songs that started it all came from the debut 2009 self-titled album, which earned the trio the Roots & Traditional Juno award for the album. “We were floored, honored, petrified, over the moon — you name it — we were all of it,” the band members said. Since then they have compiled a hearty catalog of music and have earned another Juno nomination (2012) and four Canadian Folk Music Awards along the way. Through it all, the unmistakable sound of their intertwined voices has been the sonic anchor and that remains true as the Good Lovelies now push further into the mainstream with its most accessible and popinfluenced output to date. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information call (530) 274-8384 or visit thecenterforthearts.org.

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Wild & Scenic Film Festival seeks artists News release The Wild & Scenic Film Festival, in collaboration with the Nevada County Arts Council, is inviting local/regional artists to submit environmental artwork for possible inclusion at the 21st annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, Feb. 16-20, 2023. Wild & Scenic uses environmental and adventure films to inspire activism and seeks art submissions that do the same. Artists are encouraged to submit pieces that address a broad interpretation of the theme of “environment.” The featured artwork enhances the immersive nature of the festival experience. “We cannot wait to host the art exhibition in person once again next year,” said Festival Director Lívia Campos de Menezes. “We are curating a robust exhibition in Nevada City and Grass Valley to celebrate environment-themed art and the 2023 WSFF featured artists.”

Exhibition information Throughout the festival, juried art will be displayed at venues in both Grass Valley and Nevada City. Attendees can view the art and meet the artists during the Art Strolls in the twin cities. Western Nevada County is home to more than 100 arts-related organizations producing upward of a thousand events a year, scores of annual festivals, street fairs, art walks and studio tours and a generous base of artists and makers. All this and much more is happening in the Grass Valley-Nevada City Cultural District, designated by California Arts Council as one of 14 cultural districts for its thriving cultural diversity and unique artistic identities within California. Artists are encouraged to submit pieces that will inspire environmental activism through art and highlight the beauty of the natural world. The jury will look for work that stands out within the greater themes of the festival. Joshua Harrison returns as a judge in 2023. Harrison is a filmmaker, educator and co-director of the Center for the Study of the Force Majeure, bringing together artists, scientists, engineers, planners and visionaries to design regenerative systems and policies that address climate change. Piper Johnson, award-winning painter and owner of the Piper J Johnson Gallery in Truckee, is also an art judge for next year’s contest. Award winners will be recognized and presented with certificates at the Artists Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony. For more information email admin@ wildandscenicfilmfestival.org.

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NAMIeldoradocounty.org. Warmline: 530-306-4101 Meeting 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Tuesdays 6-7:30 pm. NAMI Family Support Group ZOOM link https://us02web. zoom.us/j/3401819716 Meeting ID: 340 181 9716 One tap mobile +16699009128, 3401819716 Do your feet or hands tingle, feel numb, or hurt. The Placerville Neuropathy Support Group meets the 2nd Wed. of each month, 1 PM, Senior Center, 937 Spring St. Except: July, Aug. & Dec. Jan., Feb., March telephone meeting. Call Bev (877)6226298 for instructions. Placerville Senior Softball Club. Welcomes all men and women ball players, slow pitch, 55 and older. Season is April through Sept. Contact Dean Panell simplefolk1028@yahoo.com (530) 620-4755, or Kelly Heavin sfd5r5ter@aol.com (530) 919-0386 POLLOCK PINES-CAMINO ROTARY CLUB is seeking people interes ted in community service and interested in exploring a Rotary club of friendships, reasonable dues and endless satisfaction. Please call 530305-0872 for information regarding Rotary and an upcoming meeting. Senior PEER COUNSELING of El Dorado County is seeking volunteer counselors. Do you possess such qualities as warmth, empathy and non-judgement, as well as having varied life experiences, and being over the age of 55? If you do and would like to help and listen to fellow seniors who are dealing with age related issues such as loneliness, isolation, health and grief, we would love to talk to you. Counselors receive training and are supervised by a professional in the field. SPC Clinical Supervisor Jayann Askin, MFT, shares “We are looking for volunteers who are interested in psychology, counseling, and mental health and would like to be a part of a supportive group of ongoing learners in this field.” For more information on this greatly rewarding volunteer opportunity, please call 530621-6304 Senior PEER COUNSELING Seniors 55 and over who are grieving, depressed or having issues related to aging can meet one-on-one with a caring senior, professionally supervised and trained to listen and encourage. Call (530)621-6304 to leave a message and get started.

Taylor Creek Visitor Center hosts programs Tahoe Daily Tribune SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — After a two-year absence due to the pandemic, Lake of the Sky Amphitheater evening programs return to Taylor Creek Visitor Center this week. Great Basin Institute will host three programs over the next three weeks, beginning July 1. This Friday An Evening with Mark Twain will be held from 6-7

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From 8:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, July 15, Winged Flight at Night will be presented by Corky Quirk from NorCalBats. He will take guests on a journey through the life of bats. Pre-packaged items for sale and public restrooms will be available. For more information call the Taylor Creek Visitor Center at (530) 543-2674 during business hours, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.

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succulents, natives and more. Wander through the 16 individual gardens at your own pace or ask a docent for help. Garden may be closed for inclement weather; check the website before visiting: ucanr.edu/sites/EDC_Master_Gardeners/ Demonstration_Garden. Charles B. Mitchell Vineyards in Fair Play hosts a Bottle-YourOwn Wine event, including endless artisan pizza, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 1-4. For more information call (530) 620-3467. Boeger Winery in Placerville hosts Enchanted Evenings with live music, food trucks and great wine, 5:30-8:30 p.m. The music lineup features: Gene Barnett (July 1), Matt Freemont (July 8), Keep on Truckin’ (July 15) Jordan Lucero (July 22), Not for Profit (July 29), Waiting for Sunday (Aug. 5), Jason Weeks (Aug. 12), Jax Hammer (Aug. 19) and Loose Engines (Aug. 26). For more information visit boegerwinery.com/events. The Valhalla Tahoe historic boathouse theatre and outdoor lawn offer an only-in-Tahoe venue with a robust lineup: Silent Sky (July 1-2); Tim Snider & Wolfgang Timber (July 6); D’Dat – Delbert Anderson and the Delbert Anderson Trip (July 13); Pixie & The Partygrass Boys (July 20); Eric Henry Anderson (July 27); Red Dirt Ruckus (July 31). Music in the Mountains presents “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl,” a concert performed live with the film, 7 p.m. at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley. For more information visit musicinthemountains.org.

July 2 Miraflores Winery, 2120 Four Springs Trail in the Pleasant Valley area, hosts Brunch and Bubbles with chef Tara Martinez July 2 & 3. Reservation times are 10 a.m. to noon or 1-3 p.m. Call (530) 647-8505 or email info@mirafloreswinery.com to make a reservation. Sierra Vista Vineyards & Winery hosts an Independence Day celebration at 5:30 p.m. with Groove Thang, The Dinner Station food truck and wine. Reservations are recommended. Call (530) 622-7221. El Dorado Hills Town Center presents the Fireworks & Freedom Concert, 6-11 p.m. Enjoy the Kids Zone hosted by Hands4Hope, 6-9:30 p.m., and the Big Crush dance band in the Steven Young Amphitheater, 8-11 p.m. Enjoy live music in the theater plaza, 6-9:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Neon Moon, performing a unique mix of blues, rock and country, will perform at Bones Roadhouse in Placerville, 7-10 p.m. For more information visit neonmoon.band.

July 3 The El Dorado Western Railroad offers train rides the first and third Sundays of the month, weather permitting, at the El Dorado Station, 4650 Oriental St. Train leaves the station at 10 and 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. For more information call (530) 663-3581.

The Garden Valley 4th of July Celebration and Parade starts at 10 a.m. on Marshall Road beginning at Garden Valley Fire Station 51. The Garden Valley Park celebration with live music, food, vendors and kids’ activities begins at 11:45 a.m. The Pollock Pines-Camino Rotary’s Independence Day Parade starts at noon on Pony Express Trail from Sly Park Road to Sanders Drive. Join family and friends at the 4th of July Family Blast, 3-10 p.m. at El Dorado County Fairgrounds 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. Bring your coolers, propane barbecues and your dancing shoes. Live music by Dream and the Dreamer 6-10 p.m., kids’ activities including hay mazes and games, carnival rides and food and beverage available to purchase. No pets, charcoal barbecues, glass containers or outside alcohol allowed. For more information call (530) 621-5860 or email fair@eldoradocountyfair.org. To purchase tickets visit eldoradocountyfair.org/blast.html.

July 5 Powell’s Steamer Company and Pub, 425 Main St., presents Eric Hill and Jonny Mojo for Taco Tuesday on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 4-7 p.m. Stop by for some good food and good tunes. For more information call (530) 626-1091.

July 7 Live on the Boulevard returns to El Dorado Hills Town Center, 7-9 p.m. in the Steven Young Amphitheater with the following free concerts: Mania (July 7), One of These Nights (July 14), Joy & Madness (July 21), Catch a Wave (July 28), Island of Black & White (Aug. 4), Kalimba (Aug. 11), CC Seger (Aug. 18), Nathan Owens (Aug. 25), Folsom Lake Symphony (Sept. 1) and Apple Z (Sept. 8). The Placerville Area Chess Club meets every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Denny’s in Cameron Park, 3446 Coach Lane. For more information call Neville Arroues at (530) 642-9043.

July 8 Via Romano Vineyards in Placerville hosts Pizza the Patio, 6-9 p.m. the second and fourth Friday of the month with the following musical acts: Greg & Bart (July 8) and Jason Weeks (July 22). For more information call (530) 269-9463. The Harveys Outdoor Arena hosts the Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series. Acts scheduled: The Chainsmokers (July 8); Kenny Chesney (July 12-13); Miranda Lambert (July 28); Dierks Bentley (July 30); Robert Plant and Alison Krauss (Aug. 20); Eric Church (Aug. 27-28); Dave Matthews Band (Aug. 30); Keith Urban (Sept. 1-2); Jack Johnson (Sept. 4-5); Alabama (Sept. 9); Jackson Browne (Sept. 10); and Luke Combs (Sept. 22-23). For more information visit tahoesouth.com/events/summerconcert-series.

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July 4 The Pleasant Valley Day July 4th Celebration and Parade starts with a pancake breakfast at Pleasant Valley Community Hall: 8-10:30 a.m. The parade starts at 11 a.m. on Pleasant Valley Road from Leisure Lane to E 16. A Scout Bizarre with games and refreshments will be held at the El Dorado County Fire Protection District Station 19 at 4429 Pleasant Valley Road.

TOPS Club, Inc. meets Tuesday 9:00–11:00 am, Veterans Hall (downstairs) 130 Placerville Dr. For more information call Bonnie (530) 409-2399 Helping millions take off pounds sensibly since 1948. UPPER ROOM DINING HALL located at 1868 Broadway, Placerville. Feeding the hungry 365 days a year. Food served from 4 to 5:30PM daily. Hall opens at 2 pm, open all holidays. Avail for families, seniors, veterans, and any who need a meal. Help us Feed the Hungry. Volunteers and monetary contributions always welcome P.O. Box 484, Placerville CA 95667 or (530)497-5146.

p.m. Portrayed by the well-known McAvoy Layne, Mark Twain has been presenting at the Lake of the Sky Amphitheater for more than 30 years. Twain has said it’s one of his favorite stages. From 8-9 p.m. Friday, July 8, The Birds of Taylor Creek will be presented by Alan Gubanich. Join Gubanich, a Lahontan Audubon Society ornithologist, and discover Taylor Creek’s wonderful world of birds.

Shadow Ranch Vineyard in Fair Play hosts Drink Your Words — a talk and book signing with author Carolyn Dismuke, 1-2 p.m. For more information visit shadowranch.com/Events. Sierra Vista Vineyards & Winery hosts Live in the Vines at 5:30 p.m. with Old West Trio, The Ranch food truck and wine. Reservations are recommended. Call (530) 622-7221.

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The Georgetown Divide Public Utility District invites applications for the position of: FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE SALARY RANGE: $18.01 to $24.14 per hour plus benefits, depending on qualifications. OPENING DATE: June 6, 2022 FINAL FILING DATE: July 5, 2022 An application can be printed from the District website at www.gd-pud.org or request an application by emailing Stephanie Beck at slbeck@gd-pud.org. Return a completed application to the District office by mail, or email to: slbeck@gd-pud.org. Georgetown Divide Public Utility District P.O. Box 4240 Georgetown, CA. 95634 For further information call (530) 333-4356 or visit our website at www.gd-pud.org

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Are you passionate about wine? Have you always wanted to learn the process of turning grapes into wine? Lava Cap Winery is a winery, located in Placerville, is seeking a temporary, full time cellar worker (hourly position) to add to our team for the 2022 harvest. Applicants must be able to demonstrate high attention to detail, awareness of job safety, the ability to complete tasks according to instruction, a strong work ethic and a willingness to be a key member of our winery. Performs various work assignments to include: racking, pumping, clarifying and blending of juice and wine. Operates and cares for tanks, barrels, pumps, presses, hoses and other cellar equipment. Assists in all phases of winemaking processes as well as care, maintenance, and sanitation of all equipment and facilities. This is a great opportunity to learn about the production of premium wine from a dedicated and passionate staff. Attendance/Schedule: Up to 6 days a week, 10 hours a day. Must have flexibility with scheduling, willing to work various days. Will require overtime and weekend work during harvest as needed. Position to begin immediately. Lava Cap offers generous compensation. To apply please submit a resume to nolan@lavacap.com.

REScuE uniOn SchOOl DiSTRicT hiring Bus Drivers $19.62 – $25.04/hour with Medical & Retirement Benefits School Bus Driver Training dates: 7/13/2022-7/19/2022 To register call Dee at 530-672-4312 An Equal Opportunity Employer

REscuE uniOn schOOl DistRict hiring Food service Workers — needed urgently $15.23 – $19.45/hour with Medical & Retirement Benefits Assist in food preparation, set-up, serving and selling of school breakfast, lunch and ala carte food items in the cafeteria, transport food to and maintain satellite kitchen in a clean and sanitary condition.

Employment Pollock Pines ESD PW Yard Duty Open until filled apply on Edjoin https://www. edjoin.org/Home/Jobs? stateID=24&countyID=9 &districtID=109 More information contact Pamela Matthews pmatthews@ppesd.org

Kitchen Help needed Duties include pizza cooking, prepping, bussing, some dishwashing. $16 per hour plus. Must be 18, 21 plus preferred. Please apply on our website hwy50brewery.com or in person at 3544 Carson Rd. Camino. (530) 556.5060

Pollock Pines ESD District Accounting Technician .5 FTE Open until filled apply on Edjoin https://www.edjoin.org/ Home/Jobs? stateID=24&countyID=9 &districtID=109 More information contact Pamela Matthews pmatthews@ppesd.org

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Wanted NANNY/ CAREGIVER TEACHER I teach Kindergarten & 1st grade, experienced in infant care, also experienced art teacher (k-8th grade), light housework and will take your child to games/lessons. El Dorado Hills area preferred, but will accommodate all. (916) 671-6559 Ask for Victoria

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El Dorado Irrigation District is seeking:

Construction & Maintenance Worker I/II- Drinking Water Salary: I: $26.94-$32.75 II: $29.77-$36.18 per hour Date Opened: June 22, 2022 Filing Deadline: Open until filled. First review of applications on July 13, 2022. The Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Construction & Maintenance Worker I/II for an eligibility list to fill current and future positions in the Drinking Water Division of Operations. For a complete job description and the REQUIRED application, please visit our website at www.eid.org or call 530-642-4074.

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Parks and Recreation Manager Salary: $105,964.91–$128,801.02 Annually Date Opened: June 28, 2022 Filing Deadline: Open until filled. First review of applications on July 29, 2022.

The Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Parks and Recreation Manager in Operations. For a complete job description and the REQUIRED application, please visit our website at www.eid.org or call 530-642-4074.

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magic of pop-hit songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter, family and friendship … which concludes with a trip down the aisle that audiences will never forget. The LTSF entertainment experience is complimented by al fresco dining at its on-site restaurant — Shakespeare’s Kitchen. Patrons may choose to bring their own food or drink for picnicking. Complete information about picnicking and cooler size limitations may be found at laketahoeshakespeare.com/visit/faq. Tickets may be purchased online at LakeTahoeShakespeare.com or via phone at 1-800-747-4697. Discounts and dining areas are available for groups of 10 or more. For more information about group tickets and dining area availability, call (775) 298-0154.

Showcase Series Lineup • Reno Philharmonic: Blockbuster Broadway, 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 11. • The eighth annual Prim Jazz Night: Lee Ritenour & Dave Grusin, 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 18. • Sierra Nevada Ballet: “Swan Lake,” 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 25. • Reno Jazz Orchestra: Hotter Than July: The Music of Stevie Wonder & Tina Turner, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 1. • Reno Philharmonic: John Denver’s Greatest Hits, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8. • Queen Nation: A Tribute to the Music of Queen, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15. • Reno Jazz Orchestra: Diane Schuur & Ernie Watts, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22

Public Notices  FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0631 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SlY PARK RENTAl SHACK, located at 4782 Sly Park Road, Pollock Pines, CA 95726/ Mailing Address: PO Box 298, Pollock Pines, CA 95726 Registered owner(s): Sly Park Rental Shack LLC, 4782 Sly Park Road, Pollock Pines, CA 95726 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/15/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Kyle Shaffer KYLE SHAFFER, CEO I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 05/31/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 10460 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0621 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MOTEl 6 lAKE TAHOE, located at 2375 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150/ Mailing Address: 1615 Alamo Pl, West Sacramento, CA 95691 Registered owner(s): KCR LAKE TAHOE HOSPITALITY, INC, 1615 Alamo Pl, West Sacramento, CA 95691 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/25/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Hitesh K. Patel HITESH K. PATEL, SECRETARY I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 05/27/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 10464 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0616 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. POWER MARKET, 2. POWER MART, located at 2986 US Hwy 50, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150/Mailing Address: 2860 N. Santiago Blvd., Orange, CA 92867 Registered owner(s): H & S Energy Products, LLC, 2860 N. Santiago Blvd., Orange, CA 92867 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/06/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/

Salaheddin Hassan SALAHEDDIN HASSAN, MANAGING MEMBER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 05/26/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 10503 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0617 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. POWER MARKET, 2. POWER MART, located at 4051 Cameron Park Dr., Cameron Park, CA 95682/Mailing Address: 2860 N. Santiago Blvd., Orange, CA 92867 Registered owner(s): H & S Energy Products, LLC, 2860 N. Santiago Blvd., Orange, CA 92867 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/27/2021 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Salaheddin Hassan SALAHEDDIN HASSAN, MANAGING MEMBER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 05/26/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 10504 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0639 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DROPS OF JUPITER, located at 2838 Schnell School Road 15, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Milissa M Forni, 2838 Schnell School Road 15, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/30/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Milissa Forni MILISSA FORNI I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 05/31/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED

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Free history series to feature closer look at Carson Pass Tahoe Daily Tribune SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — The Wylder Hotel Hope Valley Eastern Sierra history series continues this weekend with a presentation about Carson Pass. At 2 p.m. Saturday, July 2, Eastern Sierra historian David Woodruff will present a 50-minute slideshow presentation, “A Sentimental Journey Along Carson Pass.” Woodruff will take guests on a journey along one of California’s favorite scenic mountain byways. Using seldom seen historical photos, he will share tales of the people and events that helped shape this beloved “Alpine Highway.” The program will be held at the Wylder General Store, just east of Wylder Hotel Hope Valley (formerly Sorenson’s Resort) on California State Route 88. The program is free and open to the public. For more information call (760) 920-8061.

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IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 10517 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0643 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE MIND RAISED, located at 1140 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Danielle Slater, 1140 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/17/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Danielle Slater DANIELLE SLATER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/01/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 10518 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0644 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GIGGlES & GRACE, located at 1140 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Danielle Slater, 1140 Cold Springs Road, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/17/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Danielle Slater DANIELLE SLATER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/01/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 10519 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0678 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: NAKED NEW ZEAlAND, located at 2641 North

Shingle Rd., Shingle Springs, CA 95682/Mailing Address: PO Box 1689, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): 1. Brent Eagleton, 2641 North Shingle Rd., Shingle Springs, CA 95682, 2. Janet Wells, 2641 North Shingle Rd., Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 6/14/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Brent Eagleton BRENT EAGLETON /s/ Janet Wells JANET WELLS I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/14/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8 10541 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2022-0673 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: S D CONSTRUCTION, located at 937 Darlington Avenue, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: PO Box 1184, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Seth M Dasmann, 937 Darlington Avenue, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 6/15/2015 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Seth Dasmann SETH DASMANN, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/13/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8 10542 TS NO: CA07000902-20-1 APN: 092-111-002-000 FKA 092-111-02-100 TO NO: 8765938 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SAlE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED September 28, 2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On August 10, 2022 at 10:00 AM, At the Main Street entrance to the County Courthouse at 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on October 5, 2009 as Instrument No. 2009-0049825-00, of official records

in the Office of the Recorder of El Dorado County, California, executed by JAMES T. KISTLER AND DIANA M. KISTLER, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor(s), in favor of BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., A NATIONAL BANKING ASSOCIATION as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5760 QUARTZ DR, EL DORADO, CA 95623 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $508,743.24 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Nationwide Posting & Publication at 916.939.0772 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Website www.nationwideposting. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA07000902-20-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Notice to Tenant NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee

sale, you can call 916.939.0772, or visit this internet website www. nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case CA07000902-20-1 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: June 10, 2022 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA07000902-20-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949.222.1161 TDD: 866-6604288 By: Amy Lemus, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.nationwideposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Nationwide Posting & Publication AT 916.939.0772 NPP0412879 To: MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT & PLACERVILLE TIMES 06/17/2022, 06/24/2022, 07/01/2022 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 10543 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF GEORGE BUTTlES CASE NO. 22PR0163 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of GEORGE BUTTLES A PETITION for Probate has been filed by CURTIS BUTTLES in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that CURTIS BUTTLES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: September 28, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 8 at 295 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: LAURA ROSE NELSON Becker, Nelson, Center & James 263 Main Street Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 295-6400 10545 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF SUZANNE REES CASE NO. 22PR0164 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of SUZANNE REES A PETITION for Probate has been filed by KELSEY WALKOVER in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that KELSEY WALKOVER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the legal notice continued on the next page

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Public Notices  court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: September 28, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 8 at 295 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: CLARA YANG Law Office of Clara Yang 2810 Coloma St., Ste. A Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 621-3624 10546 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF WILLIAM RICO MARTINEZ CASE NO. 22PR0169 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of WILLIAM RICO MARTINEZ A PETITION for Probate has been filed by RAYMOND MARTINEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that RAYMOND MARTINEZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: July 20, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 4 at 1354 Johnson Blv., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: ROBERT E. JEPPSON, ESQ. 2311 Lake Tahoe Blvd., #9 South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (530) 600-2338 10547 6/17, 6/24, 7/1 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0689 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. PIZZA FACTORY OF PLACERVILLE, 2. PIZZA FACTORY OF POLLOCK PINES, located at 1242 Broadway, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): DTKL Foods Inc., 1242 Broadway, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 06/01/2014 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Terri L Call Thomas TERRI L CALL THOMAS, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/17/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME

STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15 10552 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: GARY H. PEARCE CASE NO. PP20210080 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of GARY H. PEARCE. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROBERT PEARCE in the Superior Court of California, County of EL DORADO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ZACHARY YOUNG be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 08/17/2022 at 8:30AM in Dept. 8 located at 295 FAIR LANE, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner JONATHAN P. HUBER - SBN 225809 HUBER FOX, P.C. 650 UNIVERSITY AVE., STE. 113 SACRAMENTO CA 95825 6/24, 6/27, 7/1/22 CNS-3597614# THE MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT 6/24, 6/27, 7/1 10566 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CRAIG ARTHUR VANSICKLE CASE NO. 22PR0175 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of CRAIG ARTHUR VANSICKLE A PETITION for Probate has been filed by PATRICE ANN GUZMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that PATRICE ANN GUZMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: October 5, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 8 at 295 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

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Attorney for Petitioner: MICHAEL C. BELDEN, SBN: 242538 Bakerink, McCusker & Belden 105 E 10th Street Tracy, CA 95376 (209) 835-9592 6/24, 7/1, 7/8 10570 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0692 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SERVICEMASTER CLEANING & RESTORATION SERVICES, located at 4424 Voltaire Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Sierra Disaster Restoration, Inc, 4424 Voltaire Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2011 Signature of Registrant: /s/ James Johnson JAMES JOHNSON, PRESIDENT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/20/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15 10571 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0690 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: INFINITE TECHNOLOGIES SOLAR, located at 6340 North St, El Dorado, CA 95623/Mailing Address: 916 W Cork Oak Place, Tucson, AZ 85755 Registered owner(s): Infinite Technologies Solar Inc, 916 W Cork Oak Place, Tucson, AZ 85755 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: AZ The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Tracy Wickstrom TRACY WICKSTROM, CFO I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/17/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15 10572 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0676 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MY HOUSE OF BLOOMS, located at 4256 Raphael Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Bethanie M Marseilles, 4256 Raphael Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 04/01/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Bethanie Marseilles BETHANIE MARSEILLES, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/13/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15 10577 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0716 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SIERRA ENERGY SAVERS, located at 4320 Rustling Pines Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): 1. Matt Hopkins, 4320 Rustling Pines Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682, 2. James Hopkins, 4320 Rustling Pines Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/31/2004 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Matt Hopkins MATT HOPKINS, GENERAL PARTNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/27/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22 10591 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0715 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RIORDAN LEADERSHIP COACHING AND CAREER STRATEGIES, located at 940 Perkins Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Sheila E Riordan, 940 Perkins Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 06/22/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Sheila Riordan SHEILA RIORDAN I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/27/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22 10592 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0713 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: AMYS BEAUTIQUE, located at 881 Embarcaderos Dr, Ste 4, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Vipink Lash Lounge LLC, 9529 Pamela Street, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 06/26/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Amy Nguyen AMY NGUYEN, PRESIDENT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/27/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS

AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22 10593 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2022-0711 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. WEBER HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC, 2. WEBER MOTORSPORTS, located at 4849 Summit View Drive, El Dorado, CA 95623 Registered owner(s): Weber Home Improvement LLC, 4849 Summit View Drive, El Dorado, CA 95623 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Micauly A. Weber MICAULY A. WEBER, MANAGER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 06/24/2022. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22 10594 NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION/ LIEN SALE This notice is given in accordance with the provisions of State law, there being due and unpaid charges for which the undersigned is entitled to satisfy an owner and/or manager’s lien of the goods hereinafter described and are stored at the Life Storage location listed below. Life Storage #619 4501 Latrobe Road, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 916-933-4040 And, due notice having been given, to the owner of said property and all parties known to claim an interest therein, and the time specified in such notice for payment of such having expired, the goods will be sold to the highest bidder or otherwise disposed of at a public auction to be held online at www. StorageTreasures.com, which will end on 7/28/2022 at 10:00 am CLINT AYLER - Hsld gds/Furn LORENZA MAKSIMOW - Hsld gds/ Furn JESSICA HENKE - Hsld gds/Furn NICHOLAS JAMES - Hsld gds/Furn ALLESSANDRA CLARK - Hsld gds/ Furn, TV/Stereo Equip, Acctng rcrds/ Sales Sampls /s/ J. Carroll 7/1, 7/8 10595 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California SelfService Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et.seq.), the undersigned will sell at public Lien Sale at the On-Line Auction site www.SelfStorageAuction.com for the following location. The On-Line Auction will end at date/time shown below. The auction will consist of personal property including, but not limited to: furniture, boxes, clothing, business items, toys, tools and/ or other household items, unless otherwise noted. Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 Time: 6:00 P.M. Location: Sentry Storage – Shingle Springs 4041 Wild Chaparral Drive Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Unit(s) for Auction: Nancy Neeley, Sandra Gorst, Rochelle Doyle All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Owner reserves the right to bid. Terms, rules and regulations are available On-Line. Seller reserves the right to refuse any bid or pull property from sale. Publish on Friday, July 1, 2022 and Friday, July 8, 2022 7/1, 7/8 10596 PUBLIC NOTICE EL DORADO HILLS COUNTY WATER DISTRICT NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ADOPT OR AMEND A CONFLICT-OF-INTEREST CODE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the El Dorado Hills County Water District intends to adopt or amend a conflict-of-interest code pursuant to Government Code Section 87300 and 87306. Pursuant to Government Code Section 87302, the code will designate employees who must disclose certain investments, income, interests in real property and business positions, and who must disqualify themselves from making or participating in the making of governmental decisions affecting those interests. A written comment period has been established commencing on July 4, 2022 and terminating on August 17, 2022. Any interested person may present written comments concerning the proposed code no

later than August 17, 2022 to the El Dorado Hills County Water District, 1050 Wilson Blvd., El Dorado Hills, CA 95762. No public hearing on this matter will be held unless any interested person or his or her representative requests no later than 15 days prior to the close of the written comment period, a public hearing. The El Dorado Hills County Water District has prepared a written explanation of the reasons for the designations and the disclosure responsibilities and has available all of the information upon which its proposal is based. The proposed Conflict-of-Interest code is consistent with that of the current adopted code apart from the addition of a new position, Fire Marshal, to the list of designated titles required to file a statement of economic interest with the District. Copies of the proposed code and all of the information upon which it is based may be obtained from the El Dorado Hills County Water District, 1050 Wilson Blvd., El Dorado Hills, CA 95762. Any inquiries concerning the proposed code should be directed to Jessica Braddock, Director of Finance, at (916) 9336623 or jbraddock@edhfire.com. 10597 7/1 PUBLIC NOTICE PLACERVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING The Placerville Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on the following agenda item: FILE: Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 21-02-R and Site Plan Review (SPR) 79-20-R2; REQUEST: Consideration of request to revise CUP 21-02 and SPR 79-20-R2 to modify the existing unmanned telecommunications f a c i l i t y. E N V I R O N M E N TA L DETERMINATION: California Environmental Quality Act Categorical Exemption (Class 1), Section 15301; LOCATION: 2849 Ray Lawyer Drive, Placerville, CA. A.P.N.: 325-120-077, Zone: C (Commercial). APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: E d e n d a l e Discovery Plaza, LLC Agent: Ben Koff, Sequoia Development Services, Inc.; DATE/TIME/PLACE OF HEARING: July 19, 2022, 6:00 p.m., Town Hall, 549 Main Street, Placerville For further information regarding this application, you may review the files for this request at the Development Services Department during regular business hours, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. prior to the public hearing; alternatively, the public may view filed documents via the Planning Division’s, Current Development Projects webpage: https://www. c i t y o f p l a c e r v i l l e . o rg / c u r r e n t development-projects. The Planning Commission may propose modifications or other conditions deemed to be appropriate. Any persons interested in this matter are invited to attend and present testimony either for or against the proposed application. If you challenge the action taken on this matter in court, the challenge may be limited to raising only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence to the Development Services Department at, or prior to, the public hearing. Written comments on the project may be submitted at the hearing or prior to the hearing, by mailing or delivering them to the Development Services Department, Planning Division, 3101 Center Street, 2nd Floor, Placerville, CA 95667, or by email: pv.planning@gmail.com. For inclusion in the agenda packet to be distributed, written comments of interested parties should be submitted to the Development Services Department prior to Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. Any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should direct such request to the City Clerk (530) 642-5531 at least 72 hours before the meeting, if possible. Development Services Department, City of Placerville 3101 Center Street, Placerville, CA (530) 642-5252 10598 7/1 PUBLIC NOTICE Opportunities to Submit Comments on the Eldorado National Forest Hazard Tree Mitigation Project The Eldorado National Forest (NF) is seeking public input on issues, concerns, and opportunities associated with the proposed Eldorado National Forest Roadside Hazard Tree Mitigation Project (Project). The Project includes felling and removal of hazard trees for public health and safety along the Eldorado NF’s transportation system. Hazard tree removal would be performed in accordance with the Hazard Tree Identification and Mitigation in the Pacific Southwest Region. The implementation area covers hazard trees within a 200-foot buffer of Eldorado NF level 1 through level 5 roads, forest-wide, including the Placerville, Georgetown, Amador, and Pacific Ranger Districts. The area of consideration includes approximately 2,461 miles of roads within the forest but outside of Wilderness Areas. Project implementation may start in the spring of 2023. A public scoping process for this project under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) commences with this notice. Your involvement in this analysis process is encouraged. Any specific comments related to the proposed action (as supported by the purpose and need) for this project are welcome during this scoping period. More information on the project, including a summary of the proposed action and maps, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/ project/?project=62238. Please email comments to: comments-pacificsouthwesteldorado@usda.gov, or submit your written comments to Susan Durham, Acting Forest Environmental Coordinator, Eldorado National Forest, 100 Forni Road, Placerville, CA 95667 or susan.durham@usda. gov. Please submit comments by August 1, 2022. 7/1 10599

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