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Wildfire Safety Day connects experts with residents Andrew Vonderschmitt Features editor

As wildfire risk intensifies across Northern California, organizers of the county’s annual Wildfire Safety Day say education and preparation are more critical than ever. The event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at Midtown Mall, 681 Main St. in Placerville. Steve Allan, event co-chair, said one of the key resources available to residents is a free home assessment program designed to help property owners better protect their homes. “The assessment is one of the anchors of the Firewise program,” Allan said. “It’s a non-binding, nonthreatening inspection that helps homeowners understand where they stand with defensible space and home hardening.” Trained assessors, working in coordination with Cal Fire, spend up to two hours evaluating a property. The visit includes an educational component covering state requirements, fireMountain Democrat file photo by Shelly Thorene

■ See SAFETY DAY, page A9

Mountain lion legislation gets through committee News release SACRAMENTO — Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil’s (R-Jackson) Senate Bill 1397 cleared the Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee on April 14, delivering a major win for rural communities across Senate District 4 and strengthening protections for people statewide against dangerous mountain lion conflicts. The bill requires the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to maintain, enhance, and expand its Human-Mountain Lion Conflict Program with a clear focus on nonlethal deterrence, scientific research, public education and proactive response to keep families, livestock and pets safe. It mandates regular engagement with high-conflict counties, annual legislative updates and a full report to lawmakers in 2031. For rural Senate District 4, especially El Dorado County, the epicenter of the crisis, the stakes are life-and-death, according to Alvarado-Gil. In 2024, residents reported more than 200 domestic animals killed, with brazen daytime sightings near schools and a tragic, unprovoked attack that killed one

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■ See LEGISLATION , page A8

Grizzly Flat residents who want to rebuild but have not been able to start the process have a new financial resource to help them. It has been nearly five years since the Caldor Fire destroyed the small community.

Caldor Fire rebuild program gets $550k financial boost Shelly Thorene Staff writer

The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors passed Resolution No. 064-2026 on April 6, authorizing $550,150 from the Affordable Housing Special Revenue Fund be added to the Caldor Fire Grizzly Flat Homeowner Rebuild Program, which will provide forgivable financial assistance to a minimum of 12 qualifying applicants in the Grizzly Flat area whose primary residences were destroyed by the 2021 Caldor Fire and who have been unable to rebuild. “It’s been a long time coming to find an out-of-thebox solution that allows so many residents in Grizzly Flat the opportunity and means to rebuild their lives after the devastation created by the Caldor Fire,” said District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo, whose district includes the south county community. “It’s more than just building four walls and a roof; it’s rebuilding a community, providing safety, permanence and a home,” Turnoo continued. “The Board of Supervisors recognized these very real needs and unanimously voted to bring the program to life so Grizzly Flat residents can finally get on

with theirs.” Turnboo was joined by Supervisors Greg Ferrero, Lori Parlin and Brian Veerkamp in support of the resolution. Supervisor Brooke Laine was absent from last week’s meeting. The resolution states HRP Funds are intended to “leverage donated resources, including labor and materials, for the complete repair, rehabilitation or reconstruction of these primary residences to help displaced residents safely return to permanent housing.” Funds from the Affordable Housing Special Revenue Fund are generated solely from contributions through county development agreements.

Partnerships make program possible County funds are distributed only after donated resources and participant contribution requirements are met. Any funds left after the completion of a home are to be returned to the county. Each resident is eligible for $73,318 in forgivable financial assistance from HRP funds and eligibility is not ■ See REBUILD, page A9

Motorcyclist throttles back after devastating wreck Shelly Thorene Staff writer

Tony Dyer, a 58-year-old motorcyclist who was badly injured in a head-on crash with a vehicle has made a miraculous recovery thanks to the speedy attention he received from El Dorado County Fire first responders, surgical teams at Sutter Roseville Medical Center and the nursing support received at The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center on Thompson Way. Dyer suffered injuries to his hands and legs in the crash on Cold Springs Road near Paso Diablo Road last November and was airlifted to Sutter Roseville Medical Center where he required 13 surgeries in the first few days after the collision. “I heard 60 people had worked on me after the crash,” Dyer said. He recently got the chance to thank the first responders who saved his life when they paid him a visit at The Pines. “It was a major trauma,” recalled EDCFPD paramedic Andrew Pryor, one of four first responders on scene. “He was very injured and we did what we are trained to do. He was hypotensive and in shock, his lungs were collapsed and we had to perform some very invasive medical interventions.” Teamwork with the crew on the medical helicopter ■ See RECOVERY, page A8

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Tony Dyer, 58, and his mother Cathie, 78, left, meet with El Dorado County firefighters to thank them for saving his life after a motorcycle accident on Cold Springs Road last November. Dyer required 13 surgeries and a team of 60 healthcare professionals at Sutter Roseville Medical Center in the days following the crash. He recovered at The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center and was joined at the facility by Cathie, who helped arrange the meeting with first responders.

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Charles Edward (Chuck) Huot Sep. 20, 1950 - Mar. 7, 2026

Charles Edward Huot was born on September 20, 1950 in Placerville, California to his father Harold Huot and mother Ada Huot of Diamond Springs, California. Both are deceased. Chuck was the middle child. Chuck passed away peacefully at home on March 7, 2026, with his beloved wife of 52 years, Jenifer, by his side. He is survived by his wife Jenifer, his children, Stacey Roberts and Chris Huot, grandson Colton Roberts, granddaughter Jenna Roberts, and great grandkids Charlie and Sebastian, who loved Chuck as their papa. Chuck met his wife Jenifer on a blind date at the Hangtown Pharmacy parking lot. Chuck graduated from Ponderosa High School and left home after to pursue a long career in the woods as a cat skinner for R&G Lumber Company. Later he worked for Bozarth Logging and lastly worked for Bordges Timber as a fulltime mechanic. Chuck loved working in the woods as a logger before changing his career to work for Joe Vicini Inc. He retired there after eighteen years. He never stopped working with his hands. He loved working on his 1934 Ford pickup at his own shop. Chuck shared a passion for camping, hunting and fishing. He was a sheep leader in 4-H, where everywhere Chuck went he was never a stranger. Because of his ability to take control and give it his best no matter what, he loved a challenge. He excelled at everything he did. Chuck was a resident of the town of Placerville for 75 years. Chuck’s service will be held on April 23, at 1pm at Green Valley Community Church: 3500 Missouri Flat Rd. Placerville, Ca 95667.

Marjorie Anne Marmorstein

Jan. 10, 1927 - Mar. 21, 2026

Marjorie Anne Ringstad Marmorstein was born on January 10, 1927, the third child of Myron Henry and Muriel Esther (Proctor) Ringstad in Tacoma, Washington. She grew up on Bainbridge Island and in the Seattle area with her sister, Elaine, and brother, Myron Jr. At a very young age, Marjorie set a goal to “Get married and repopulate the world with wonderful people.” She achieved this goal by marrying Robert Marmorstein and having six children: Arthur (Donna) Marmorstein, Aberdeen, SD; Marc (Jill) Marmorstein, Roseville, Ca; Jody (Pamela) Marmorstein, Manchester, Mo; Paul (Anjeanette) Marmorstein, Lake Arrowhead, Ca; Eric (1960 - 1970) and Marta Jean (Jay) Linzy, El Dorado Hills, Ca. The legacy continues with 19 grandchildren, and, to date, 38 great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren. Marjorie received a Bachelor’s Degree in journalism from the University of Washington in 1947. She then moved to San Francisco where she worked as a reporter and ad manager for the Daly City Record. It was there that she met her husband, Bob, while attending a folk dance class that he was teaching. After marrying, Marjorie continued her education, earning a teaching credential in elementary education. The family moved to El Dorado Hills in 1965 and became very active in the new community. Marjorie was a Cub Scout Den Mother, a Swim Team and Little League Parent and a substitute teacher for both the Buckeye and Rescue School Districts. She and Bob also began “The El Dorado Hills News Page” where they reported on events and issues happening in the community. The news was published weekly in The Cordovan Newspaper. In 1970, Marjorie accepted a full-time job as a Special Education teacher at Plymouth Elementary School. She remained with the Amador County schools until her retirement in 1996. After retirement Marjorie stayed busy with traveling, dancing, Church, Bible Study, Bridge and Cribbage Clubs as well as very active involvement with her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Though slowed down by a stroke in 2020, Marjorie continued to live as full a life as possible. She especially loved spending time outdoors, visiting national and state parks and exploring local hiking trails and swimming holes. Marjorie also participated in many activities at the EDH Senior Center including line-dancing and ukulele. Above all, Marjorie cherished visits with her family. She found the positive in every situation and the good in every person. In addition to direct descendants, Marjorie is survived by her sister, Elaine, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, her son, Eric, her brother, Myron, her daughter-in-law, Pamela, and her granddaughter, Page. Marjorie was a true matriarch of the family and set the bar high for all who follow. She will be greatly missed.

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Clifford Byron (Cliff ) Wylie

Dec. 22, 1946 - Mar. 27, 2026

Cliff was born and raised in his lifelong home, Georgetown, CA. He was preceded in death by parents George and Florence Wylie, and siblings Linda Maxwell and Butch Wylie. Cliff was artistic, musical and a history buff with dreams of becoming an archeologist. He was a hunter and houndsman. At the age of 16, using a drawstring bow, he killed the only bear he ever killed. That bear was served as Bear Burgers at a free community event. After graduating from Ponderosa High School he was immediately drafted into the U.S. Army and sent to Vietnam, where he served a consecutive 18 months as a Combat Engineer in Brigade 20. He later worked for USFS, logging with brother Butch, gold mining, and capturing mountain lions with his specialized hounds for DFG as well as two universities. He leaves behind his wife of 55 years, Claudia (Murchie) Wylie, daughter Katy Walsh (Brian), son Wade Wylie (Erica), four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Services to be held April 25, 2026 at 11 a.m. at House of Prayer, 7901 Highway 193, Garden Valley, CA.

Richard Clyde (Dick) Akin

Expect delays on Ponderosa Road Carla Hass

El Dorado County Chief Administrative Office El Dorado County’s Department of Transportation will be performing road work beginning April 20 and continuing through approximately August as part of the Ponderosa Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project. The work will require occasional shoulder and lane closures during which motorists should expect delays. These closures are necessary to ensure motorist and worker safety while the county’s contractor adds class II bike lanes and pedestrian sidewalk improvements on Ponderosa Road from Foxwood Lane to Mineshaft Lane. Motorists are advised to slow down through the work zones and allow extra time in order to arrive at their destinations on time. Project improvements are planned to minimize impacts during school peak hour traffic with most improvement activities and working hours extending during the summer season. For questions regarding this project contact the DOT main line at (530) 621-5900 (select Option 3 for Engineering).

LAFCO has an open seat News release

Jun. 24, 1930 - Mar. 26, 2026 Richard (Dick) Akin passed away peacefully at The Pines Skilled Nursing facility in Placerville on Thursday, March 26, 2026. He was 95 years old but had the energy of a much younger man; actively participating in events at the El Dorado County Marine Corps League and the VFW for over 20 years. He will be sorely missed by his vet buddies as he devoted many hours caring for and helping those vets in need. He leaves behind his wife, Neva, with whom he had just celebrated 40 years of marriage on December 1, 2025. His family included 2 children by a former marriage, 3 stepchildren (Neva’s), 3 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. He joined the Marine Corps in high school and was a Korean war veteran deployed to Kangnun Air Base just below the 38th parallel in Korea from late 1950 to 1952. During his years with the veteran groups, he was often seen in full dress uniform carrying the American flag at various ceremonies at the Veterans Memorial Monument and the Veterans Memorial Building in Placerville. In 2026, he was honored as the oldest living Marine in El Dorado County. Ooh-rah! There will be a Celebration of Life for Dick at the Veterans Memorial Building at 11am on Saturday June 6, 2026, followed by a luncheon served by Ladies Auxiliary. 130 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667

Richard Scott (Rick) Dyer Jan. 21, 1957 - Mar. 9, 2026

Richard Scott Dyer passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on March 9th, 2026. Rick is survived by Julie, his wife of 45 years, sons Kellen and Joe, sisters Denise Lisle and Debbie (Rusty) Harris and many nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws. Rick was born to Richard and Leila Dyer in Chico, CA. After living in Concord, the family moved to Swansboro Country when Rick was in Jr. High. He loved riding horses with his friends until he discovered his passion for motorcycles. He raced vintage motocross which took him to many states in the U.S. Rick also enjoyed spending time with his family boat camping and water skiing, as the boys were growing up. Rick began his business, Swansboro Builders in 1978 and built many homes in El Dorado County, including the family home and barn/woodshop. He loved tinkering on motorcycles and custom wood working projects throughout his life. There will be a gathering to celebrate Rick’s life on May 9, 2026. Please email: rememberingrick05092026@gmail. com for further details.

The El Dorado Local Agency Formation Commission is now accepting applications for its public member seat, to serve a new four-year term through May 2030. The commission will consider the appointment at its May 27 meeting. The public member is a voting member of the commission, representing the interests of the taxpayer-citizens of El Dorado County. Applicants must be a resident and registered voter in El Dorado County and cannot be a city, special district or county official of any public agency within El Dorado County. Those seated on LAFCO are subject to the Fair Political Practices Commission and must file an annual conflict of interest statement. Under state law, LAFCO is mandated to ensure the logical formation and determination of the local government agency boundaries, which affect growth and development patterns, delivery of urban services and agricultural and open space lands within El Dorado County. The commission meets on the fourth Wednesday of every other month (first Wednesday in December) in the Board of Supervisors meeting room at 330 Fair Lane, Placerville. LAFCO meetings are currently scheduled to begin at 3:30 p.m. If you wish to be considered for the Public Member position on LAFCO, the application form is posted on the LAFCO website at edlafco.us/ public-member-vacancy. If you have any questions call the LAFCO office at (530) 295-2707. To be considered, applicants must be available to attend and interview at LAFCO’s meeting on May 27. The agenda will be posted approximately one week prior to the meeting at edlafco.us/2026-0527-commission-meeting. Refer to the agenda for the specific start time. Submit applications to: lafco@edlafco.us El Dorado LAFCO 1190 Suncast Lane, Suite 11 El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Signed applications must be received by May 18.

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Ice House Reservoir Storage - 37,513 acre feet Percent full - 86% Inflow - 139 cfs Outflow - 46 cfs

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EDSO CRIME LOG The following is taken from EDSO reports:

2:01 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Ant Hill Road in Somerset.

March 8

3:07 p.m. Battery was reported at a hotel on Highway 49 in Lotus.

12 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Faith Lane in Diamond Springs. 12:03 p.m. Burglary was reported on Asuncion Court in El Dorado Hills.

5:01 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a mobile home park on Pleasant Valley Road in Diamond Springs. ■ See CRIME LOG, page A5

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OPINION California Matters

Battles over business regulation resume in state Capitol

nearly twohour hearing in the Assembly Judiciary Committee on April 7 encapsulated the Capitol’s longestrunning conflict — going at least a half-century and still counting. It pits the state’s DAN WALTERS business community against four interest groups over how much corporate operations should be regulated with new laws, new rules and lawsuits. Each year, the four interest groups — unions, plaintiffs’ attorneys, consumer organizations and environmental advocates — persuade friendly legislators to introduce bills that would impose new regulations, raise taxes and fees, or make it easier to sue. The measures are needed, sponsors say, to protect consumers and workers from shabby treatment by corporate interests. This year’s version Each year, the of the perennial affected business interests contend conflict is being that overregulation played out against generates costs that will be passed on to what should be consumers as higher a serious concern prices, or it will about the state’s reduce employment or encourage corporations economy. to flee California. Last week’s debate was over Assembly Bill 1776, which would expand California’s 119-year-old law, known as the Cartwright Act, that prohibits companies from colluding to create monopolies that undermine competition. The measure, if passed, would ratify recommendations by the California Law Revision Commission and allow single companies to be sued for monopolization, even if they don’t collude with other corporations. Trial lawyers, unions and dozens of other groups back the measure, carried by Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry, a Democrat from Davis. Proponents lined up to say the legislation is needed to curb anti-consumer domination by corporate giants, with Amazon one obvious target. An even longer list of opponents, led by the California Chamber of Commerce, is opposing the measure as creating a pathway for extensive litigation that would discourage business investment and kneecap technological innovation.

Letters to the Editor Ambition on steroids EDITOR: effrey Epstein wasn’t the suicide type — too much to live for. Whoever put out the contract on him must be breathing a sigh of relief for the dramatic distractions. There was the accusation of Harvard as a bastion of antisemitism. Sensible people know people of that level of intelligence do not have the time or the inclination for hatred. Was the rumor about that glamorous institution an attempt to gain points with Israel? The effort to make peace between Israel and Gaza was a sham — with one of them defenseless in war and in “peace.” The thing is a very close relation of President Donald Trump has married a Jew and converted. Is the Iran business an opportunity for him to pull something like he did in Venezuela and Greenland? Tie things together, so to speak? This time he would have a powerful connection he didn’t have with those two countries: family and

religion. As of this writing, Trump works with Netanyahu as people are forced to leave home in other countries that didn’t choose and are in no way prepared to be at war. I will stop here lest I be disappeared. We won’t forget you, Jeffrey. ELIZABETH CAFFREY Placerville

Sustaining freedom EDITOR: hanks to Brian DeBerry for his April 10 “Don’t be a sheep” letter. Unfortunately, sections 602 and 504 are the tip of the iceberg of El Dorado County Board of Supervisors’ malfeasance. In 2007, veterans appointed by veterans negotiated policy and law ratified by the board to protect the culture and quality of the veterans

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■ See WALTERS, page A5

Guest Column

The world worries about Iran and global uncertainty

up the average truck? cloud of What will it cost to uncertainty fill up trucks hauling has settled freight in an eighteenover the wheeler? A lot. world. The Iran war What will our affects us all in every inflation numbers look corner of the planet. like by the end of April? Once again we see how What will the interest dependent our planet rate be to buy a house is on oil. Once again, or a car? The average America is fighting a American doesn’t want war in the Middle East. to think about trying This doesn’t feel good GLENN MOLLETTE to buy a new car. Who to Americans and most wants a $700 a month of our world. car payment? We are asking questions in our Will America have boots on the country and no one can give us solid answers. ground? How many more of our men How long will this last in Iran? Two and women will die because of Iran? more weeks or two more years? Or, Is it now more dangerous to fly than ever? To what lengths will Iran will this become our new normal? go to bomb a plane or an American Will we wake up every morning to a city? Is it really beyond their ability? new story about Iran? Do we believe that Iran is incapable How much will a gallon of gasoline cost tomorrow? What about a month of touching us? Are we stupid? How long will we, our children from now? Will it be $5 a gallon or and grandchildren wonder about even more? Will it cost $150 to fill The Mountain Democrat welcomes letters up to 300 words. Letters may be edited. We reserve the right to edit submissions. Include your name, address and phone number for verification purposes.

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Artemis II was a beautiful diversion for us. The wonderful event was so uplifting and triumphant for the American spirit. The space trip showed the side of American that we long and hope for. blowback from Iran or Iranian sympathizers? On the flip side of these questions, we surely must agree with President Donald Trump on one certainty. If Iran had put together a nuclear weapon and dropped it on Israel or Washington, D.C. the stock market crash would have been worse than we can even imagine. The price of oil and the effect on our economy would have been beyond imaginable. Still, none of us are enjoying all of this and we pray and hope for an end to come as soon as possible. In the midst of this uncertainty, do the normal thing as much as possible. Go to work. Take care of your loved ones. Pray and go to church. Pray for our president and national leadership. Pray that God Snail Mail: Letters to the Editor P. O. Box 1088, Placerville 95667

gives them wisdom. Do your chores. Mow your grass and find heathy diversions. Artemis II was a beautiful diversion for us. The wonderful event was so uplifting and triumphant for the American spirit. The space trip showed the side of American that we long and hope for. May this path be the direction we continue to see for our country and planet. In the middle of all this uncertainly, let’s please agree as Americans that we will find a way to rise above, beyond and strive together to make our world a better and safer place. Dr. Glenn Mollette is a syndicated columnist read in all 50 states. He is also the author of numerous books and can be heard each weekday morning on XM Radio 131.

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March 9 10:13 a.m. Brandishing was reported on Highway 49 in Diamond Springs. An arrest was made. 11:24 a.m. Trespassing was reported on Tourmaline Way in Rescue. 11:33 a.m. Burglary to a vehicle was reported on Dorsey Court in El Dorado Hills. 12:19 p.m. Burglary was reported at an apartment complex on Olson Lane in El Dorado Hills. 12:40 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Park Place in Georgetown. 12:52 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a store on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. 2:29 p.m. Burglary was reported at an apartment complex on Town

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March 10 9:22 a.m. Trespassing was reported on Fair Lane in Placerville. 4:07 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Broken Antler Drive in Grizzly Flat. 5:43 p.m. Burglary was reported on Liquid Amber Lane in Greenwood. 6:26 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a storage facility on Pearl Place

March 11 11:35 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Chancey Lane in Placerville. 11:49 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Brandt Court in El Dorado Hills. 12:12 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Durock Road in Cameron Park. 12:49 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Derby Court in Somerset. 1:45 p.m. Trespassing was reported at a bank on El Dorado Road in

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AB 1776 is one of the business community’s top targets this year, but not the only one. The Chamber of Commerce, the Business Roundtable, the California Manufacturers & Technology Association and other business groups have drawn up lists of several dozen bills they will oppose. The chamber no longer publishes its annual list of “job killer bills,” but nevertheless it has cited 26 “damaging legislative proposals” it opposes, some of which appear on other lists. Bills to regulate the use of artificial intelligence are prominent — a conflict that could involve Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has largely protected AI from calls for more oversight. Another biggie on the corporate target lists is Senate Bill 982 which, like AB 1776, would increase corporate exposure to potentially costly litigation. Carried by state Sen. Scott Wiener, a San Francisco Democrat running for Congress this year, the measure would allow companies to be sued for their contributions to the effects of climate change. The Business Roundtable and the manufacturers’ association have singled out SB 982 as an open invitation for the attorney general and perhaps private attorneys to file sweeping lawsuits, especially

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in Diamond Springs. 8:24 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Spanish Dry Diggins Road in Greenwood. 11:17 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Poolhouse Road in Pollock Pines.

against oil companies, alleging they are a “significant factor” in climate impacts. “What are these legislators thinking? California families are already paying some of the highest prices in the country, and this bill will make it worse,” Rob Lapsley, president of the Business Roundtable, said as the group released an analysis of the bill’s potential impacts. “SB 982 adds yet another layer of costs onto gasoline and diesel, pushing prices even higher at the pump and across the economy. When you raise diesel prices, you raise the cost of everything — groceries, housing, transportation — everything Californians rely on every day.” This year’s version of the perennial conflict is being played out against what should be a serious concern about the state’s economy. The Legislature’s budget analyst, Gave Petek, has described it as “sluggish,” with virtually no net growth in employment and other measures of economic health, as well as job cutbacks in technology and some spectacular corporate migrations out of California. Dan Walters is a journalist and author who writes for CALmatters. org, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media venture explaining California policies and politics.

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monument for future generations. Subsequent boards neglected to enforce them and refused to administer consequences for repeated unilateral violations by a private contractor. Objections by veterans were ignored, and those once assigned the ability to arbitrate disputes have been replaced by veterans appointed by the supervisors who wrote new policy justifying past violations. Policy and law without administration of consequence for unilateral violators are clearly a waste of paper, ink and computer bits. But in El Dorado County, whoever the Board of Supervisors determines is above the rule of policy and law, is! The monument was created to “honor those that served the cause of freedom.” Freedom was gained by our men and women in uniform, but it cannot be sustained by an apathetic population. We hope that 602, 504,

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the Sheetz debacle, board limits on taxpayer communication and the tragedy of defacing our veterans monument will awaken our “sleeping giant” and the people of our county will not reelect current members of the Board of Supervisors to positions of authority in the future. ”Nothing distinguishes more clearly conditions in a free country from those in a country under arbitrary government than the observance in the former known as the great principles known as the Rule of Law.” — F. A. Hayek. Compliance in El Dorado County is predicated on citizen initiatives. Thanks to the Taxpayers Association and our activists groups for the wake-up calls. Let’s not push the snooze button again. KEN SCHONIGER Friends of the Veterans Monument 2.0

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e have all seen the jump in gas prices resulting from the Iran war. After the war, prices will stabilize and get back to roughly where they were. The problem for California is that the return to lower prices will only be temporary. Due to California’s war on energy, oil companies and refineries, we are becoming increasingly dependent on foreign oil and refined products brought in by tanker. Before Iran ever happened Californians were told to prepare

for $8/gallon to $10/ gallon gas in the not too distant future. It will be interesting to see how many more businesses and workers flee the state then. Already the top 1% pay almost half the state’s taxes. Those unable to escape California will find themselves part of an ever-shrinking pool of taxpayers forced to support an ever-growing number of recipients, both legal and illegal. GEORGE ALGER Placerville

Placerville. 4:23 p.m. Vandalism was reported at a school on Cave Valley Road in Cool. 6:57 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Pleasant Valley Road in Diamond Springs. 6:58 p.m. Battery was reported on Brauer Road in Georgetown. 8:44 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Spanish Dry Diggins Road in Greenwood. 8:47 p.m. Trespassing was reported on Old Blair Mill Road in Pollock Pines. 9:26 p.m. Battery was reported on Cold Springs Road in Placerville.

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Oak Ridge runner Arissa Jerrett gets ready to slide into home plate in Wednesday’s SFL softball home game against Granite Bay. She was out on the play.

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Mountain Democrat correspondent One more run was all the Oak Ridge High School softball team needed against Granite Bay High’s squad in Wednesday’s Sierra Foothill League varsity game. That run could have led the host Trojans, who used a double and wild pitch to generate one run against the Grizzlies, to tie the game and potentially go into extra innings. But Granite Bay was able to escape El Dorado Hills with a 3-2 win. Granite Bay held a 3-1 lead entering the bottom of the seventh inning. Then Oak Ridge (2-6 in the SFL, 8-8 overall) started its come-from-behind rally. Camdyn Glaser doubled to left center field and would score on a wild pitch, cutting the score to 3-2. But the Trojans saw their rally come to an end when the Grizzlies recorded the third out. The Grizzlies held a 3-0 lead entering the bottom of the sixth inning. That is when Oak

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Ridge scored its first run for a 3-1 score. Oak Ridge finished with four hits in the game. Hayden Chua, along with Arissa Jerrett, Gemma Almont and Glaser, each had a hit. Almont’s hit was a triple. Granite Bay produced five hits in the contest. Leilani Terrazas and Reese Litherland each had two hits. In the circle, Oak Ridge pitcher Kenndi Freeland went the distance. She struck out five Grizzly batters and walked none.

Upcoming games April 17: Oak Ridge continues SFL action at Whitney High. The Wildcats out of Rocklin won the first meeting 3-1 on the Trojans’ field on March 11. April 22: Trojans host Del Oro in itsº second meeting of the season. The Golden Eagles recorded an 8-0 win over Oak Ridge in Loomis on March 13. Both games are scheduled to start at 4:30 p.m.

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HOROSCOPE by Holiday Mathis n TODAY ARIES (March 21-April 19). You express the poetry of your soul through ignition. You bring the match, the first motion, the bold leap that wakes the sleeping world. Haiku: First spark in dry grass. A match laughing at the wind. Spring charges forward. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You express the poetry of your soul through devotion to the senses and the steady beauty of earthly pleasures. You make the moment feel rich and rooted. Haiku: Warm bread on the table. Slow roots drinking from deep earth. The day ripens sweet. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You express the poetry of your soul through curiosity and connection. Words, questions, laughter and ideas braid themselves through your life like wind through branches. Haiku: Two swallows weaving. Threads of gossip through the sky. Wind loves conversation. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You express the poetry of your soul through care and emotional intuition. You sense what others feel and create warmth wherever you gather people. Haiku: Moon pulls silver tides. A quiet lantern in rain. Home glows in your chest. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You express the poetry of your soul through radiant presence. Your joy, courage and generosity invite the world to gather in the light you create. Haiku: Golden noon arrives. Sunlight wearing a crown. The world turns to look. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You express the poetry of your soul through thoughtful care and elegant precision. You notice what needs tending and quietly restore harmony. Haiku: Morning

dew on wheat. A careful hand mends the seam. Order hums softly. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You express the poetry of your soul through balance and beauty. You feel the delicate mathematics of harmony in people, spaces and ideas. Haiku: Two leaves on still water. Even the breeze hesitates. Balance holds the light. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You express the poetry of your soul through depth and transformation. You move through mysteries others sense but cannot name. Haiku: Dark river moving. Secrets breathe beneath the ice. Stars shine under skin. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You express the poetry of your soul through adventure and possibility. Curiosity sends you toward new horizons again and again. Haiku: Bootprints past the hill. An arrow chasing sunrise. Maps laugh in the wind. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You express the poetry of your soul through perseverance and quiet ambition. You climb patiently toward the vision only you can see. Haiku: Stone stair after stair. Snow listens to patient feet. The summit waits still. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You express the poetry of your soul through imagination and brave originality. Your ideas crack open the sky of what people thought possible. Haiku: Lightning in clear air. A strange idea takes flight. Tomorrow wakes up. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You express the poetry of your soul through empathy. You can channel the experience of people, animals, nature, the wind itself. Haiku: Ocean dreaming deep. A thousand lantern fish drift. Sleep hums through the tide.

The Thunder in the Foothills championship season continues this Saturday, April 18, at Placerville Speedway, with an exciting trio of open wheel divisions, joined by the Red Hawk Resort + Casino Pure Stocks. After a rainout last weekend, the El Dorado County Fairgrounds bullring is set to resume the Berco Building Materials/ Hoosier Tire/ Coors Light point season at the Gold Strike Calamity presented by Solace Enterprises. Auburn’s Andy Forsberg claimed his 77th career Placerville triumph during the most recent championship point race on March 28. He leads the Thomspon’s Family of Dealerships Winged 360 standings after two events and will be gunning to add another win at the Gold Strike Calamity. Seth Standley, Carson Hammes, Jake Morgan and Justyn Cox make up the top five in the early season points. Hammes brought home a strong runner-up result three weeks back. The Red Hawk Resort + Casino Pure Stocks are amped up for point race number three this weekend. Oakley’s Nick Baldwin raced to his 40th career Placerville Speedway victory at the most recent show. By doing so, he became second on the alltime win list at the track.

The Bay Cities Racing Association/ Western Midget Racing California Midget Super Series gets its season under way on Saturday at the Gold Strike Calamity presented by Solace Enterprises. It marks the lone Midget event at Placerville Speedway, prior to the November running of the Hangtown 100. The BCRA Lightning Sprints put on a fantastic show during their opener at Placerville on March 21. BCRA President and defending champion Greg Dennett blasted to the top spot on lap nine and led the remaining distance for another triumph in Old Hangtown. This Saturday is Solace Enterprises Night at the Races. Solace has joined the sponsor family at the track in 2026. Solace Enterprises serves Sacramento and surrounding counties, providing HVAC, plumbing and energy solutions tailored to commercial properties.

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Trojan runners triumph on track Special to the Democrat Oak Ridge High School athletes obtained personal records at the Thunder Invitational and Arcadia Invitational this last weekend. “This shows that our athletes are progressing very well into the final big meets of the season at the end of April and in May,” noted head coach Rob Fairley. The boys 4x1600 relay team of Roman Zamora, Luca Miller, Dax Whann and Wesley Ewing placed second in the seeded race out of 20 teams and broke the school record by 11 seconds with a time of 17:45.43. Senior Thomas Capelli broke the school record in the open 3200 with a time of 9:13.15. The boys 4x100 relay team of Suhnny Bernardi, Demarco Patterson, Mason Landrum and Chase Fontana ran their fastest time of the season with a time of 42.26 to place 11th out of 58 teams. The girls distance medley relay team of Maya Day, Chloe Zumstein, Sutton Paulsen and Giuliana Martino placed seventh in the open DMR with a time of 12:23.23.

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those 5 and younger get in free. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or online via eventsprout. com/event/psr-041826. The pit gate will open at noon, with the front gate opening at 4 p.m. Hirst Home Team Happy Hour is offered 4-6 p.m. in the grandstands featuring live music with the band Mix-Up and discounted Coors Light/ Coors Banquet Beer at the Cold Zone. Cars hit the track at 5:15 p.m. with hot laps, ADCO Driveline Qualifying and racing to follow. The Placerville Speedway is located on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive in Placerville. For more information log onto placervillespeedway.com.

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young brother and severely injured the other while they searched for shed antlers. Post-wildfire habitat changes and expanding wildland-urban interfaces have intensified the threat to rural families and ranchers. “This bill is a critical step forward for the families I represent in rural Senate District 4, who live every day with the reality of mountain lion encounters,” said Alvarado-Gil. “By strengthening nonlethal tools, research, and community partnerships, SB 1397 protects public safety without compromising our state’s conservation values, and it delivers solutions that will benefit every Californian as these conflicts

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spread beyond the Sierra foothills.” Backed by Amador County Sheriff Gary W. Redman, Lassen County Sheriff John McGarva, and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, along with strong local advocacy from El Dorado County Sheriff Jeff Leikauf, county governments, cattlewomen’s groups and sportsmen’s organizations, SB 1397 now heads to Appropriations. A broad coalition of wildlife conservationists praised the bill in its letter of support. “SB 1397 takes a crucial step forward by requiring the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to maintain, enhance and expand its human-

mountain lion conflict program, including the use of nonlethal deterrence methods such as hazing and community-based prevention strategies,” the letter reads. “It promotes nonlethal wildlife management by prioritizing deterrence and prevention, advancing modern and humane practices … [and] enhances public safety by encouraging proactive approaches and outreach that reduce dangerous encounters while minimizing the need for lethal removal.” “The measure directly addresses the safety needs of rural California while providing statewide tools to prevent habituation and reduce human-mountain lion conflicts for all Californians,” Alvarado-Gil added.

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was a major factor in saving Dyer’s life, Pryor added. “In this job, day in and day out, it can be depleting but getting the chance to meet you ... we’ll remember this the rest of our careers,” the paramedic said at the meeting earlier this spring. Dyer’s mother Cathie Dyer, who was also temporarily admitted to The Pines, became her son’s roommate. She and other staff members arranged a meeting with the firefighters to show them her son not only survived but is now thriving. “They do these jobs day in and day

out but never get to see what happened.” Cathie told the group, “What happened was a miracle and you pulled it off. You guys are awesome. Without you, he wouldn’t be here. “I’m 78 and still chasing this kid around,” Cathie joked. Tony said he has almost no memory of the crash and noted he was “out for most of November.” Cathie said she visited her son every day while he was a patient at Sutter Roseville. Jacqueline Biller, director of Rehabilitation at The Pines, said Tony’s

injuries were very severe and included fractures to his upper extremities, tibia and fibula fractures on both legs with one compound fracture, an “open book” fracture of his pelvis and trauma to his internal organs. “It was a chore just to roll him over in bed,” Biller shared. “It took two to three people to move him into a wheelchair.” She noted Tony’s determination to get better aided in his recovery. “He was a wonderful participant and he worked hard every day despite lots of pain.” Tony told the Democrat he was riding

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credit based. El Dorado County has partnered with HomeAid Sacramento, a local affiliate of HomeAid America, whose mission is to help people experiencing or at risk of homelessness build new lives through construction, community engagement and education. HomeAid Sacramento and its partners have committed to donating resources including labor and materials in amounts equal to at least 50% of the estimated costs of each home construction. To qualify the homeowner must have owned and occupied a single-family home, used it as their primary residence in the Caldor Fire impact area at the time of the fire and must commit to living in the home as their primary residence for three years from the date of final inspection. The participant must demonstrate financial readiness, must be current or on an approved plan with property taxes, mortgage and insurance and complete the project within the required timeframe. Selected homeowners must also show that the donated resources (labor and materials) and HRP funds are sufficient to complete the home build. HRP funds may be used for design, permits, inspection, engineering costs accessibility, improvements, utility upgrades or other improvements. The money may not be used for luxury or non-essential improvements, pools, security systems, satellite dishes or similar upgrades or for utility bills incurred outside the construction period, detached garages or outbuildings unless required by code. Repayment of the loan is required if the homeowner sells the home or ceases to use it as a primary residence, fails to pay property taxes, or does not complete the approved project within the required timeline — the exception being when delays due to governmental actions or circumstances are beyond the homeowner’s control. Non-Profit Construction CEO Caleb Armstrong, whose team has already completed one home in Grizzly Flat under the Title 25 program, said he is pleased and “uplifted by the funding awarded to this program.” “I truly feel El Dorado County government has stood up for the residents of Grizzly Flat when federal aid was not received,” he shared. “Our state did not assist in any fashion except for our elected

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representatives at the congressional level, state assemblymembers and Senate leaders.” Armstrong praised county Planning and Building Director Karen Garner for working diligently for the development of the program and for making it possible without the use of taxpayer dollars. “We are lucky to have such a creative mind within planning and building,” he said. Armstrong also applauded Turnboo. “(He) has turned out to be the right representative for the constituents of that district entirely,” he told the Mountain Democrat. “The residents of Grizzly Flat have suffered through collapsed RV rooftops from heavy snowfall, extreme heat exposure, smoke from adjacent wildfires, severe displacement, no laundry facilities or further public assistance,” Armstrong continued. “This community is still going through a tremendous recovery process and none of it would be possible without the assistance of HomeAid Sacramento, El Dorado Planning and Building, the BOS, inspectors and staff for their diligence to recovery for this lowincome community. “I am proud to say that nearly every one of our sponsors are still coming to the table in this program,” he added. “Diamond Pacific Lumber is literally paying to help us provide materials at an honored price as material costs increased. That level of sponsorship is very serious when it comes to whole homes being possible in our community.” It is uncertain how many Grizzly Flat residents may need financial assistance to rebuild. El Dorado County Deputy Chief Administrative Officer and county spokesperson Carla Haas said there have been 117 applications filed since the Caldor Fire and of those 72 are finalized, 27 are in issued status, four are to be issued, seven withdrew and seven permits/ plan checks expired. Eight of the applications are for Title 25 homes and of those: one is complete, four are issued, three are submitted and one has expired. The Caldor Fire started on Aug. 14, 2021, burning 221,775 acres (347 square miles) from the Grizzly Flat area all the way east to the Lake Tahoe region and destroying more than 1,000 structures before being fully contained on Oct. 24, 2021. About 500 structures were destroyed in Grizzly Flat, resulting in serious damage to the community infrastructure and displacement of many residents.

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A major topic this year is the emerging concept of Zone 0, the immediate 0-5 feet surrounding a home. The guidance comes in response to lessons learned from recent destructive wildfires, including the Camp Fire. “This is where embers do the most damage,” Allan said. “It’s all about preventing embers from getting into your home.” While some Zone 0 requirements already apply to new construction and home sales, broader mandates are still under discussion due to the potential cost of retrofitting older homes.

savings. “If you are on the FAIR Plan, you qualify for a 5% savings,” Zelinsky said. “Those fortunate enough to still have regular insurance often receive a community wildfire discount, perhaps 1% or so.” He estimated the savings average about $100 per household annually, totaling roughly $500,000 in reduced insurance premiums each year for Placerville-area residents. However, maintaining the Firewise designation requires ongoing community participation. “Every year we need to document dollars and hours spent on fire-safe activities, such as creating defensible space and home hardening,” he said. Residents in the 95667 ZIP code are encouraged to submit information about their fire safety efforts, including hours worked and related expenses, to zelinsky.david@gmail.com. Zelinsky said community participation is essential to maintaining the designation and its benefits.

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Information about Firewise communities and other wildfire preparedness resources will be available at the May 2 event. Exhibitors are expected to include Cal Fire; El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office of Emergency Services; El Dorado County Animal Services; El Dorado County Fire District; El Dorado County Fire Safe Council; El Dorado Disposal; El Dorado Irrigation District; El Dorado and Georgetown Divide resource conservation districts; Midtown Mall; Neighborhood Radio Watch; the Office of Wildfire Preparedness and Resilience; Placerville Fire Safe Council; Placerville Police Department; Rotary Club of Placerville; Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Tribal Fire Department; United Policyholders; U.S. Forest Service; Listos California; Marshall Medical; Sierra Wildlife Rescue Team; and South County Large Animal Rescue. Organizers note the exhibitor list is subject to change. More information about El Dorado County Fire Safe Councils is available at edcfiresafe.org.

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Rising insurance costs — and in some cases policy cancellations — are pushing more residents to seek wildfire mitigation guidance. Allan said he has personally experienced multiple cancellations, reflecting a broader trend as insurers reduce their exposure in high-risk areas. Wildfire Safety Day will include insurance representatives to help residents navigate options, including the state’s FAIR Plan and newer out-ofstate carriers entering the market.

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Organizers say the event is designed to make wildfire preparedness accessible, with demonstrations and one-on-one conversations. Attendees can expect fire hose demonstrations from Cal Fire, possible hands-on extinguisher training and exhibits on evacuation planning, emergency “go bags” and home defense systems. The event will also feature information on large animal evacuation, a critical concern in rural areas, as well as appearances by Smokey Bear and free hot dogs courtesy of the Rotary Club of Placerville. Organizers shared they hope the combination of practical information and interactive displays will draw a strong turnout after bad weather impacted attendance last year. “This is really about bringing wildfire safety out of the abstract,” Allan said. “People hear about it on the news, but here they can talk directly to experts and learn what to do.” With forecasts pointing to a potentially hot, dry summer, Allan said early preparation could make a critical difference. “The situation is only getting more serious,” he said. “The more people understand and act now, the better chance they have of protecting their homes and families.”

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KNOW April 17 The Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center is having an all-you-can-eat Taco Fiesta Fundraiser, 4:30-7 p.m. at 2675 Sanders Drive in Pollock Pines. The menu will feature beef, chicken or pork tacos plus Chef Allie’s roasted turkey enchilada pie, salsa verde and sides. The bar will be selling beer, wine, margaritas, sodas and water. For more information call (530)647-8005. Hangtown Thrash Presents: Almost Dead + Thrash Compactor + Eternal Terror + Assumed Control will take place, 6-11 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com. Imagination Theater at the El Dorado Fairgrounds presents “Narnia the Musical” through May 10. For tickets and more information visit itplacerville.org. The Stage at Burke Junction in Cameron Park will host Home Grown Comedy with Stephen B., Ryan Holloway and host, Marcus Peverill at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information visit stageatburke.com. Falcon’s Eye Theatre at Folsom Lake College presents “Godspell” at Harris Center for the Arts through April 26. For tickets and more information call (916) 6086888 or visit harriscenter.net. The Sacramento Zoo will host After Hours, the zoo’s over 21 event from 6-9 p.m. For more information visit saczoo. org. The Sofia in Sacramento presents IN A NUTSHELL: Storytelling Series at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information call (916) 4435300 or visit bstreettheatre. org. Rod Stewart vs. Rolling Stones – Two Killer Tributes will perform at 8 p.m. at Sutter Creek Theatre in Sutter Creek. For tickets and more information call (916) 425-0077 or visit suttercreektheater.com.

April 18 The Cameron Park Community Services District will host a Community Clean Up Day, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Camerado Middle School’s parking lot. For more information visit cameronpark.org. The El Dorado County Fair and Event Center will host its free Community Swap and Shop Swap Meet from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. shine only. Interested vendors should reserve space early at edcfair. org/home/swap-meets. For more information visit eldoradocountyfair.org. El Dorado County Historical Society and Fountain and Tallman Museum presents the Historical Home Tour, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit edchs.org. Join American River Conservancy for Wakamatsu Open Farm Day at 10 a.m. For more information visit arconservancy.org Art on Center — Center for Native, Latino and Indigenous Arts will host Creating Decorative Gourd Bowls from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 3184 Center St. in Placerville. For more information email artoncenteredc@gmail.com. UCCE Master Gardeners of n See KNOW, page B6

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The Moon cast, top, and Sun cast, below, of Imagination Theater’s production of “Narnia: The musical” is prepared for opening this weekend.

the lion, the Witch and the musical Imagination Theater takes a trip to Narnia Odin Rasco

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hen the precocious Pevensie children are evacuated to the countryside while London is battered by the Blitz, the chance discovery of a piece of fantastical furniture sends them on an unbelievable adventure. Stepping into a wardrobe, the kids find the magical world of Narnia nested past a collection of old coats, and soon they find themselves in a battle of good versus evil in “Narnia: The Musical,” the newest Imagination Theater production which opens this Friday, April 17. A grade-school classic for generations, most will already be familiar with the musical’s story, an adaptation of C.S. Lewis’s “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” After the children meet a magic fawn named Tumnus, the Pevensie children – Peter, Susuan, Edmund and Lucy–eventually join forces with the magical lion Aslan against the White Witch who has trapped Narnia in a perpetual winter. “I love this story,” director Laura Bonham said. “I think the audience is going to be blown away. We have so many talented, creative people lending their effort and support, sharing their gifts with us, and I think it’s going

to make the audience feel transported to Narnia.” The efforts on display even during rehearsals are impressive, with a set ready to magically transform and a truly spectacular wardrobe. The costumes look great, and the children are putting their all into their vocal performances with the help of local vocal coach and performer Caitlyn Miller. “I think people will really like the song ‘Hot and Bothered,’” shared Marcus Crowe, 12, who plays the head of White Witch’s army, Fenris Ulf. “It’s my favorite part. I like getting to play this bad guy, and try to get really into the part.” Some of the kids in the cast are taking the stage for the first time, while others already have an impressive résumé to point to; one of the two kids portraying the White Witch, Jemma Holmes, 14, has been in nine plays, including six at Imagination Theater. “It’s a little challenging to find this role, having to be this mean, better-than-everyone personality,” Holmes explained. “But everyone has been great; Laura is an amazing director, and my two dwarves have really stood out for how good they’ve been doing.” For those who see the play and find themselves ready to hear the music again and again, they’ll be happy to know IT’s show has a great reason to come back and see it again for a fresh experience. The

In a dwarf-drawn sleigh, the White Witch (Jenna Holmes) travels through Narnia alongside her general, Fenris Ulf (Marcus Crowe) of the Sun cast, above. The Pevensie children (Isadora Williams, Kali Maskell, Zoey Baxter and Emmett Liston, left to right) meet the terrifying White Witch (Gwyn Barba) and Fenris Ulf (Marilyn Judge), of the Moon cast, below.

directing team took on the task of directing two full casts for the show to double the amount of opportunities available for youngsters looking to take to the stage. “Having the two casts is definitely more difficult for the production team,” explained assistant director Jaclyn Baxter. “But I wouldn’t change it, because it gave everyone who auditioned a place here at the theater. I can’t imagine the kids who

were brave enough to come to an audition, who might not have gotten a part–that could have been the end of theater for them. It’s really hard to take the stage. And so, I love that they all got a place in this show. Of course it’s harder to double our time, but it is really neat to see how different kids are playing the same parts and how both casts are evolving in different ways.” For friends and family buying tickets, that does

mean one will need to make sure if the kid they’ve come out to see is in the Sun or Moon cast, and to keep an eye out for that when buying tickets. “Or, buy tickets to two nights just to make sure,” joked IT’s Artistic Director Erin Butler. “Narnia: The Musical” opens Friday, April 17 and runs through May 10. For tickets and more information visit itplacerville.org.

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Another Golden Road Gathering comes to Placerville Rebecca Murphy

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his year’s fourth annual Golden Road Gathering, May 15-17, at the El Dorado County fairgrounds in Placerville, promises to be another weekend of family fun and great sounds. With headliners such as Lettuce, Sonic Tribe

with Ryder Thieves, The Sam Chase & The Untraditional, Cimafunk, The Hip Abduction and headliner, Lettuce. Lettuce began the summer of 1992 on the East Coast. All of its six members attended Berklee College of Music in Boston, Mass. as teens. They were brought together through the influence of a variety of funk bands including Herbie Hancock, Tower of Power and Earth, Wind and Fire, but most importantly, James Brown. Although they jammed during the summer of ’92, they went their own way and finished high school. The players joined up again at Berklee in the fall of 1994, when they were still undergrads. “We all attended and met at a summer program there [Berklee],” said

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up and ask for the other performers to ‘let us play’; which pretty much is where our name comes from,” Deitch said. With one of its members, Erick “Maverick” Coomes, from Los Angeles, the West Coast soon came to know the band, which created a strong following, generally through word of mouth,

in Tokyo, Chicago, New York City and San Francisco. They also have fans in Humboldt and elsewhere throughout California. “We don’t get to play Cali often,” said Deitch. “But we love it out there.” The band’s first release, “Outta Here,” was in 2002. They n See FESTIVAL, page B6

History comes to life in Coloma News release

tep back in time and experience local history at Voices of the Pioneer Cemetery, a livinghistory event set for Saturday, May 16, at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. Tours run at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Actors will portray real people buried in the Pioneer Cemetery, sharing their stories through firstperson storytelling. The performances highlight the lives, struggles and legacies of early community members who helped shape the region. Visitors will hear tales from notable

figures such as Texas Ellen, Nancy Gooch, Stephen Crane, Emma Hooper and others, offering a glimpse into the region’s past. After the performances, guests will enjoy light snacks before being shuttled to the Pioneer Cemetery. Guides will lead tours of the grounds and point out the final resting places of the individuals whose stories they have just heard. Organizers said the event blends history, storytelling and place-based connection, providing a meaningful way to honor the past while deepening understanding of the community’s roots. Learn more at golddiscoveryparkassociation.org.

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Berson is the author of two poetry books, “Raveling Travel,” published by Open Book Press, and “Work Ethic of a Shopping Cart Shaman,” published by Hip Pocket Press. In the late 1960s and early 1970s, he coordinated the Pegasus program at California State University, San Francisco, which later became Poets in the Schools. Through that program, Berson led poetry workshops across the Northwest, including in Native American schools on reservations, a one-room schoolhouse on the Wyoming prairie and institutions then known as reform schools, as well as urban and rural campuses. He later taught at Oakland Technical High School and was active in the Bay Area poetry scene for many years. He now lives in the Northern California foothills. In addition to his literary work, Berson has worked as a copywriter and as a union member of Local 510 in the trade show convention industry.

‘Starcatcher’ comes to City Theatre News release

ACRAMENTO — City Theatre at Sacramento City College will present “Peter and the Starcatcher” by Rick Elise, directed by Lori Ann DeLappe-Grondin, opening May 1 and running through May 17 in the Performing Arts Center on the Sacramento City College campus, 3835 Freeport Blvd. A comedic prequel to “Peter Pan,” “Peter and the Starcatcher” follows an orphan boy, Peter, and a young girl named Molly aboard the ship Neverland. The pair must protect a trunk of magical “star stuff,” which has the power to grant wishes and create fantastical creatures. Their journey leads to encounters with pirates, including the villainous Black Stache, and explores the origins of Neverland and its inhabitants. The production’s artistic team includes Nicole Sivell, costume design; Mike Poe, scenic, lighting,

projection and sound design; Kayla Carrero, fight choreography; Julianna Schultz, devisement; and Erika McCall, stage manager. The cast features Riordan Tatum, Myah Doty, CJ Renteria, Kathleen Poe, Caitlin Brown, Brea Reilly, Suzi Perri, Michael Stevenson, Shannon Poe, Alejandro Barrera, Matthew Yazel, Johnna Wood, Bill Qurau, Ryley Maier, Dennis Redpath, Grace LeFort, Lucy Rosales and Molly Reagh. City Theatre is the performing arts program at Sacramento City College, part of the Los Rios Community College District. Its season includes four mainstage productions, two Storytime Theatre children’s productions and the annual Sacramento Shakespeare Festival. The program welcomes students and community members to audition and participate in its productions. For tickets and more information visit citytheatre.net.

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ANCHO CORDOVA — Cue the overture and warm up those imaginary jazz hands: the Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band is bringing the bright lights of Broadway to town with not one but two toe-tapping, showstopping performances of “Showstoppers! A Musical Spectacular.” And the best part? No tickets, no tuxedos, no travel to New York required. Join the band at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 3, at Koreana Plaza, and again at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 16 at the Cordova Performing Arts Center. Both concerts promise an afternoon packed with melodies audiences know, love and might accidentally sing out loud. This musical romp through Broadway will feature hits from crowd favorites including “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Hamilton,” “Chicago,” “The Lion King,” “Wicked” and “Little Shop of Horrors,” among others. Vocalist Michelle Pavolva and announcer-narrator Larry Womac will join the band for both performances. The May 16 performance will also feature vocalists from Golden State Performing Arts and dancers from Ignite Dance Academy to help bring the magic of Broadway to Rancho Cordova. Expect drama, romance and at least a few tunes that may linger long after the final note. Whether a Broadway buff or simply someone who

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Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band will present two performances of “Showstoppers! A Musical Spectacular” on Sunday, May 3 and Saturday, May 16. enjoys a good tune, the concert offers something for community. The ensemble is a nonprofit, volunteerdriven group dedicated to providing concert band everyone. No prior theater experience is required, music throughout the greater Sacramento area. though spontaneous humming is encouraged. The band offers opportunities for local musicians Admission is free. to perform and fosters a love of music through free Under the direction of conductor Tom Seaton, the Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band publicSales concerts and community engagement. The New York Times Syndication Corporation continues its tradition of bringing live music to the For more information visit rcconcertband.org. 620 Eighth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10018 For Information Email: syndicate-service@nytimes.com For Release Monday, April 20, 2026

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scheduled for 7:30 p.m. May 22-23. The production runs approximately 120 minutes. “Hadestown: Teen Edition” follows two intertwining love stories — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and Persephone — on a journey to the underworld and back. Inspired by American folk music and New Orleans jazz, the musical explores themes of industry versus

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by Dolores White’s “Give Birth to the Dream,” a work celebrating hope and perseverance. The concert concludes with Gabriel Fauré’s “Requiem,” performed by the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera Chorus and the Sacramento State University Chorale. Featured soloists include sopranos Elizabeth Hanje and Phoebe Chee, baritone Samuel Kidd and narrator Omari Tau. Tickets and information are available by calling (916) 476-5975 or visiting sacphilopera.org.

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Scudera, a theater professor at Ursinus College in Collegeville, Pa., has written fulllength and one-act plays that have been produced from Alberta to Tampa. Smith is the awardwinning author of more than 30 plays and two screenplays and has production credits in California, Minnesota, India and Paris. Rex, a playwright, improviser, improv coach and actor, said she has been making up and telling stories forever. “Some of them are even true.” The performances

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followed that with “Live in Tokyo” in 2003. “We had a gig in Tokyo with connections through our brother band, Soulive,” said Deitch. “A friend of ours came with us and had recording equipment, unbeknownst to us. We got a great album out of it, and had some great engineers in Japan as well. It was great, ‘cause we had no budget then.” In 2008, the band released its second album, “Rage!” It drew from leaders of the 1970s funk movement featuring covers of Curtis Mayfield’s, “Move on Up,” and Charles Wright & the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band’s, “Express Yourself.” Later, in 2011, Lettuce toured on the Royal Family Ball circuit with Soulive, a jazz/organ trio with former Lettuce members Eric Krasno and Neal Evans. Select shows featured Rashawn Ross of the Dave Matthews Band. The tour also featured new songs from the band and helped produce its next album, “Fly!,” in 2012. In 2015, the band released “Crush,” which reached No. 1 on the U.S. Jazz Albums chart. In 2020, Lettuce’s album, “Elevate,” was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Contemporary Instrumental Album category. “A lot of artists are nominated as much as 25 times and never win,” said Deitch. “To even get that nod for us was exciting and a total honor. It was mostly for our parents,” he added. “They figured if we were nominated for a Grammy, we must be doing okay.” Lettuce’s most recent album, “Cook,” comes with a recipe book of “all our family’s favorite recipes,” said Deitch. “It’s a ‘funky pairing’ of music and food.” He added that when they play the Golden Road Gathering event, “it’s going to be a fun dance party. Be sure to bring your dancing shoes. We’re looking forward to throwing it down.” Current members of the band include: Deitch, drums and percussions; Coomes, bass guitar; Adam “Shmeeans” Smirnoff, guitar, who also calls Denver home; Ryan Zoidis, alto, baritone and tenor saxophones, who lives in Maine; Nigel Hall, vocals, Hammond B-3 organ, clarinet and piano, living in New Orleans; and Eric “Benny” Bloom, trumpet, another Denver resident. Smirnoff has toured with Lady Gaga and Robert Randolph & the Family Band. Former member Rashawn Ross is a full-time member of the Dave Matthews Band. Lettuce will be joined on Friday by Lab Rats, Suika T and Lindsay & The Cheeks. Late Night performances will be heard by High Step Society and Lespecial.

Saturday lineup with STS9 Sonic Tribe Sector 9, hits the headliner stage on Saturday with its instrumental funk, hip hop, rock and electronic music. Group rhythm rather than individual solos is the band’s forte and it self-describes as post-rock dance music, mixing live rock instrumentation with their unique electronics.

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Formed in 1997 in Snellville, Ga., outside of Atlanta, Sonic Tribe Sector 9 has headlined festivals across the country including Outside Lands and and High Sierra Music Festival both in California, Camp Bisco in Penn., Beale Street Music Festival in Tenn., Lollapalooza, Summer Camp and North Coast Festival all in Ill. and Electric Forest in Miss. Its activism efforts have raised at least $150,000 to the Make it Right Foundation, which paved the way to rebuild a house in the Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans. In 2003, the band opened for The String Cheese Incident performing its first gig at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Col. The following night sold out in less than 15 minutes at the Fox Theater in Boulder, and the band continues to sell-out at venues throughout the country. It released two live albums in 1999 — “Escape Vehicle” and “Sector 9: The Brown Album” both on Landslide Records. Three of its members, Hunter Brown, guitars and keyboards; David Phipps, keyboards, synthesizers and programming; and Zach Velmer, drums, electronic percussion and programming, have been in the band from the beginning. Member Jeffree Lerner, percussion, keyboards and programming, joined the group in 1999; and Alana Rocklin on bass guitar has been with the band since 2014, following the absence of original member David Murphy, bass, keyboards and programming. In 2018, Sonic Tribe Sector 9 produced and headlined the first Wave Spell Festival in Belden Town, where Phipps and Velmer also played solo sets. Additional performers at Wave Spell featured Sunsquabi, Ooah of the Glitch Mob and Manic Focus, to name just a few. Sonic Tribe Sector 9 has played shows that begin at 2 a.m. and go until sunrise, played nine sets of music in one show, raised $20,000 for Hurricane Katrina victims and traveled across the country in a carbon-neutral bus also powering their concerts using renewable energy. They partner with environmentalfriendly companies such as Renewable Energy Credits and Conscious Alliance. New Year’s Eve shows have seen the band “Axe the Cables” for acoustic sets, which it also has played at the Mountain Winery in Saratoga and Red Rocks Amphitheatre. During one New Year’s show at the Fillmore Auditorium, the band opened and closed the show with a cover of the Grateful Dead’s “Shakedown Street,” thrilling a sold-out audience. Various members of the band now call Santa Cruz their home, performing at the Catalyst on nine occasions, Palookaville (which closed in 2002), and has headlined at the Santa Cruz Civic Center and have a huge following in the San Francisco Bay area playing at The Fillmore, Warfield Theatre, Regency Center and the Great American Music Hall and Golden Gate Park. Sonic Tribe Sector 9 continues to ride popularity in its home state of

Georgia and considers Chicago as a “go-to” city for performances. The band has released 12 albums and continues to grow by incorporating disco and dance styles into its music. On Saturday, Sonic Tribe Sector 9 will share the stage with Chali 2Na & Cut Chemist, Lespecial, Will Evans, Bella Rayne Band and Tracorum. Late night performances will be by Boombox and Boombassador.

Sunday lineup with Leftover salmon Sunday evening headliners Leftover Salmon will finish out the festival with a day of music first from The Brothers Comatose, Craven Quartet (featuring Joe and Hattie Craven), Blu Egyptian with Junior Toots, Terrier, local favorites Red Dirt Ruckus and others. Vince Herman, lead vocalist and guitarist for Leftover Salmon took a few minutes recently to provide some of his personal background and give kudos to the Golden Road Gathering production team of Ryan Kronenberg, Adam Northway and Justin Boyd. “It takes a lot of guts to produce a festival,” said Herman, who originated the band Salmon Heads. “That area [Placerville] has a great history of music with Railroad Earth and the original Hangtown Halloween festival. It’s great to see something coming back. We have a whole lot of friends in that part of the country.” First inspired by polka music, then by old-time music, Herman said he discovered early on that music was universal. “Most of these folks [playing the old-ime music] didn’t necessarily even know each other,” he said. “That’s when it dawned on me I could play anywhere with anybody.” Herman soon discovered David Bromberg, an eclectic multiinstrumentalist, and was hooked on music for life. Although he attended West Virginia University, Herman said he didn’t study music. “I played a lot of music, but I studied acting and anthropology,” he said. He left college just six credits short of graduating to continue with his muse. Born in Pittsburg, Penn. In 1962, Herman ultimately found his way to Colorado, where he met and began playing with Drew Emmitt, who plays mandolin, fiddle and electric guitar in Leftover Salmon. Emmitt originated the Left Hand String Band. The band’s name comes from Herman’s Salmon Heads and Emmitt’s Left Hand String Band, combining portions of both band names into one. Left Hand String Band’s Glenn Keefe and other members of the Salmon Heads — Dave Dorian and Gerry Cavagnaro — came together to play a New Year’s Eve show in 1989 at the Crested Butte in Colorado, putting Leftover Salmon together in one night. “We were all at the Colorado ski circuit at the time the band got together,” said Herman. Although members have changed up over the years, Herman, Emmitt and

Mark Vann, co-founder and original banjoist, have been the mainstay artists. Vann passed away in 2002, and the band went on hiatus for two years. During that time, Herman toured alone, broke his neck after a slip and fall in his driveway living at 9,000 feet, and then found time and good health to found Great American Taxi, with whom he still plays. More recently, in 2019, he founded High Hawks, another band of “good friends and great musicians” made up of keyboardist Chad Staehly, guitarist Adam Greuel, bassist Brian Adams, drummer Will Trask and fiddler Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth. The band released its self-titled first album in 2021. Herman’s first solo album was released in 2022. “We all feel lucky to be able to play together,” said Herman. “The band [Leftover Salmon] is based on our differences,” he added. “We have a wide range of interests which is a bonus for all of us.” In 2006, the documentary film “Years in your Ears,” was released about Leftover Salmon, receiving an award-nomination. Nearing its 30th anniversary in 2019, author and friend Tim Newby profiled the band in the book “Leftover Salmon: Thirty Years of Festival,” at which time the band re-released a vinyl box set of its studio albums. Herman will be joining his son, Silas, whose band is The Tone Unit, for Scotty Sloughton’s BajaFest later this month, and Emmitt’s son originated the Ely Emmitt Band, “moving the salmon eggs forward into the next generation,” as Herman said. “It’s a bold move to produce a music festival,” added Herman. “The greatest way to make one million dollars is to spend $5 million,” he laughed. “Festivals are all about community, and we sure need more of that. We are indebted to these folks.” Current lineup of Leftover Salmon includes Herman, vocals, guitar and washboard; Emmitt, vocals, mandolin, fiddle and electric guitar; Greg Garrison, bass and vocals; Andy Thorn, banjo, vocals, and electric banjo; Alwyn Robinson, drums and vocals; and Jay Starling, keyboards and dobro. Noted former members include, but are not limited to, Mark Vann, Michael Wooten and Noam Pikelny. Additional performances on Sunday also will be by Matt Axton & Bad Moon. Late Night will feature Boot Juice and Moxie Barker. This family-friendly, three-day music festival with more than 30 bands on three stages is produced by Tour Management Solutions with partners Adam Northway and Ryan Kronenberg, who also owns Bluebird Tahoe LLC and SoulTime Sound. Justin Boyd, of Marco’s Café in Lotus, also produces and promotes the show. The event is coined as “a gathering built on connection, creativity and community.” Tickets for single-day and three-day performances are available at goldenroadgathering. com. Golden Ticket packages and RV passes are available.

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El Dorado County will host the Water Efficient Gardening workshop from 10:30 a.m. to 1: 30 p.m. at the El Dorado County Library, Placerville Branch, 345 Fair Lane, Placerville. For more information visit ucanr.edu/site/ uc-master-gardeners-el-doradocounty.

Lounge with Jon Shapi will take place 3-5 p.m. and Pure Life & Sacred Roots Pre 420 Event featuring Green for a Day + Arden Park Roots will take place from 7-11 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.

Andis Wines in Plymouth will host its Budbreak Bonanza with live music from The Baby Backs, a 360 photo booth, Cousin’s Maine Lobster and a special spring menu from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information visit andiswines. com.

The Center for Violencefree Relationships presents its Tumbleweeds and Rhinestones Gala, 6-10 p.m. at the Placerville Gathering Place. Learn more at thecenternow.org.

1850 Wine Cellars will host its Wine Cellars Spring Fling from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information visit 1850winecellars.com. The Stage at Burke Junction in Cameron Park will host Intro to Improv for Real Life with Luminous Linda, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For tickets and more information visit stageatburke. com. Sierra Vista Winery will host its Spring Wine Extravaganza from noon to 7 p.m. For more information visit sierravistawinery.com. Third Saturdays on Main Art Show + Artist Opening featuring Art by Dave Manousos & Live Piano in the

Sutter Street Theatre in Folsom presents “Hadestown: Teen Edition” through May 23. For tickets and more information call (916) 353-1001 or visit sutterstreettheatre.com. The Sofia in Sacramento presents Both Sides Now — The Music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org. Spanish Guitar Entertainment presents Benise — Spanish Nights By Candlelight at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For more information visit harriscenter.net. Locked-n-Loaded will perform at 7 p.m. at Sutter Creek Theatre in Sutter Creek. For tickets and more information call (916) 4250077 or visit suttercreektheater.

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April 19 The El Dorado Hills Community Services District will host Yoga in the Park at 9 a.m. at Blackstone Park. For more information and preregistration visit eldoradohillscsd.org. Join American River Conservancy for a Forest Bathing Walk at Wakamatsu from from 10 a.m. to noon. A detailed email will be sent once you register online at ARConservancy.org. Move & Bloom with Axel: Earth Day Edition will take place, 10-11:30 a.m. and Spring Community Mixer Earth Day Edition: Community + Games + Plant Exchange from 1-4 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom. com. Art on Center — Center for Native, Latino and Indigenous Arts will host a Hands-On Collage and Mixed Media workshop with surrealist painter Corina Del Carmel from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a Spanish Language Songs and Guitar workshop at 4 p.m. at 3184 Center St. in Placerville. For more information email artoncenteredc@gmail. com. A Voice to Comfort presents A Song for You: The Music of

Karen Carpenter starring Laurie Roldan, 2 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information call (916) 608-6888 or visit harriscenter.net.

Monday Open Mic Night hosted by Grayson Howard will take place, 6-10 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.

Arts and Culture El Dorado will host Pictures and Pages: Illustrators of El Dorado County, at Switchboard Gallery through June 7. Learn more at artsandcultureeldorado.org.

InConcert Sierra and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center presents Quintet Revelations at 2 p.m. at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Grass Valley. For more information visit inconcertsierra.org.

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Art on Center, Center for Native, Latino & Indigenous Arts hosts Echoes of the Past – 50 Years of Native, Latino & Indigenous Resilience through April 26. For more information email artoncenteredc@gmail. com.

April 20 Join Senior Helpers, 1-2 p.m. at the Gilmore Senior Center in El Dorado Hills for Crafting Healthy Routines, learn to nurture purpose, resilience and lifelong learning.

Registration is open for the 2026 Wheelbarrow Races to take place June 20 from 5-8 p.m. at the El Dorado County Fair. For more information visit studebakerwheelbarrowraces. com. Registration is open for the 43rd annual Bob West Drive for Marshall golf tournament to take place on June 26 at Cold Springs Golf and Country Club. For more information or to register visit marshallfound.org.

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Jenny Huang, through May 17. For more information visit edhtowncenter.com. Capital Stage in Sacramento presents “Fat Ham” through

April 19. Learn more at capstage. org.

through Jan. 4, 2027. Learn more at folsomhistory.org.

Folsom History Museum presents Ride ‘Em Cowboy – the Folsom Rodeo Exhibition

Registration is open for Sacramento Zoo’s Zoo Camp that takes place June, July and

Public Notices  LATROBE SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING School Facility Fee Justification Study and Proposed Statutory Development Fee Increase Notice is hereby given that the Latrobe School District Board of Trustees, at its regularly scheduled meeting to be held on April 21, 2026, will conduct a public hearing and receive public testimony on the continuing needs of the District to levy school facilities mitigation amounts on development within the District in order to provide school facilities for students generated from new residential, commercial and industrial development. The Board of Trustees will also review, consider, and adopt an updated School Facility Fee Justification Report for Residential, Commercial & Industrial Development Projects. The School Facility Fee Justification Study is available for review at the Latrobe School District located at 7900 South Shingle Rd, Shingle Springs, California. All individuals wishing to comment on Study and proposed fee increase are invited to attend the meeting of the Governing Board at the following time and location: DATE: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 TIME: 6:00 p.m. LOCATION: Miller’s Hill Library 7900 South Shingle Rd Shingle Springs, CA 95682 For Additional Information Contact: Joy Worth Chief Business Officer 530-677-0260 4/8, 4/10, 4/17 15916 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0337 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GOLD COUNTRY HORSEMANSHIP, located at 4671 Rock Barn Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682/Mailing Address: 3441 Tupelo Trail, Garden Valley, CA 95633 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Gold Country Horsemanship LLC, 3441 Tupelo Trail, Garden Valley, CA 95633 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/ Tamara Moore TAMARA MOORE, 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 03/24/2026 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) 15941 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0170 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: INNOVATIVE ELECTRIC, located at 1008 2nd Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Winters Electric Inc, 1008 2nd Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: NV The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Samantha Moorehead SAMANTHA MOOREHEAD, 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 02/12/2026 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) 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17 15942 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 26CV0786 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Melissa Larson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: MELISSA ROXANE CREWS AKA MELISSA ROXANNE WELFARE Proposed name: MELISSA ROXANNE LARSON MELISSA ROXANNE LARSON 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: MAY 15, 2026, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 2927 Meder Road, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on MARCH 20, 2026. /s/ Hana Balfour Judge of the Superior Court 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17 15943 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0242 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HAY ON THE GLOW, located at 36204 County Road 21, Woodland, CA 95695/Mailing Address: 3070 Degolia Street, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Hayden Lloyd, 3070 Degolia Street, 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: 03/01/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Hayden Lloyd HAYDEN LLOYD 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 03/02/2026 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) 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17 15944 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0329 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CMG CONSULTING, located at 2860 Sierra Vista Road, Rescue, CA 95672 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Crystal Mitchell-Graves, 2860 Sierra Vista Road, Rescue, CA 95672 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Crystal Mitchell-Graves CRYSTAL MITCHELL-GRAVES, 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 03/23/2026 NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES

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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) 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17 15945 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0328 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PLACERVILLE FOOD CO-OP, located at 535 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Placerville Local and Sustainable Food Cooperative Inc, 535 Placerville Dr, 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: 10/10/2011 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Jacob Mingle JACOB MINGLE, GENERAL 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 03/23/2026 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) 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17 15946 TRUSTEE SALE NO. 187021 TITLE NO. 95532235-55 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/08/2021. 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 PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 04/23/2026 at 1:00 PM, PRIME RECON LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 07/09/2021, as Instrument No. 2021-0044999, in book xx, page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of EL DORADO County, State of CALIFORNIA, executed by CASSAUNDRA KAY SIZELOVE, A SINGLE WOMAN AND MARKE ALLGEIER, A SINGLE MAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), MAIN ENTRANCE EL DORADO COUNTY SUPERIOR COURTHOUSE PLACERVILLE MAIN STREET BRANCH, 495 MAIN STREET, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 105-230034-000 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1244 TREE TOP RD, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667. 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, but without covenant or warranty, expressed 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 said Deed of Trust, 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 obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $635,066.22 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. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Dated: 3/25/2026 PRIME RECON LLC By: Josh Bermudez, Authorized Signer PRIME RECON LLC 27368 VIA INDUSTRIA, STE 201 TEMECULA, CA 92590 (888) 725-4142 PRIME RECON LLC MAY BE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: (844) 901-0998 OR VIEW OUR WEBSITE: HTTPS:// SALESINFORMATION.PRIMERECON.COM 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 (844) 901-0998 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website - HTTPS:// SALESINFORMATION.PRIMERECON.COM - for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case: TS#187021. 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: 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 (844) 901-0998 for information regarding the trustee’s sale, or visit this internet website HTTPS://SALESINFORMATION. PRIME-RECON.COM for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case TS#187021 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. 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. Effective March 1, 2026, new federal regulations (89 Fed. Reg. 70.258) require specified information to be reported on nonfinanced title transfers of residential real property to covered entities and trusts. In order to successfully bid on applicable properties, the successful bidder will be required to complete, sign, and certify a form providing specified information, including but not limited to the following: All Successful Bidders: Category Information Required Beneficial Owner(s) Full legal names of all individuals who exercise substantial control over the entity, date of birth, complete residential street address, citizenship, and unique identifying number (like tax ID no. or nonexpired passport no.) Legal Name Full legal name of transferee Trade Name Any trade name or “doing business as” name Principal Place of Business Street address, city, state, zip code Tax Identification No. Federal EIN or applicable tax ID Entity Type Corporation, LLC, partnership, trust, etc. Additional Information Required for a Trust: Category Information Required Trustee Information Full legal name, date of birth, complete street address, citizenship, unique identifying number (like IRS TIN, nonexpired passport no.) Legal Name Full name of trust agreement Date Date trust agreement executed Revocability Whether trust is revocable or irrevocable Trust Tax Identification No. EIN or applicable Tax ID No. Authorized Signer(s) Names of individual(s) with authority to act on behalf of trust,

date of birth, complete residential street address, unique dentification number (like IRS TIN or nonexpired passport), description of the capacity in which the individual is authorized to act Beneficiary List Full legal names of all beneficiaries Beneficiary Information Date of birth, residential address, tax identification no., ownership or beneficial interest details NPP0487031 To: MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT & PLACERVILLE TIMES 04/03/2026, 04/10/2026, 04/17/2026 4/3, 4/10, 4/17 15962 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0358 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CHAKRAS HEALING MASSAGE, located at 4100 Cameron Park Dr. Ste 113, Cameron Park, CA 95682/Mailing Address: 3036 Valkyrie Way, Sacramento, CA 95821 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Kelun Shen, 3036 Valkyrie Way, Sacramento, CA 95821 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/30/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Kelun Shen KELUN SHEN, 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 03/30/2026 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) 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 15965 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0246 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SUDS CAR WASH & DETAIL, located at 4620 Post Street, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Sparkles Carwash LLC, 4620 Post Street, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 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/ Gagandeep Kaur GAGANDEEP KAUR, 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 03/03/2026 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) 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 15966 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0351 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SLATE & EMBER CUSTOM HOME BUILDING, located at 969 Downe Ct, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Shawn Clevenger, 969 Downe 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: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Shawn Clevenger SHAWN CLEVENGER 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 03/27/2026 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) 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 15967 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0367 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HOMIES ON THE RANGE, located at 7201 Howards Crossing Rd, Kelsey, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Christa Hewett, 7201 Howards Crossing Rd, Kelsey, 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: 07/15/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Christa Hewett CHRISTA HEWETT 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 04/01/2026 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) 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 15972 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0366 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PINK CROSSING, located at 539 Diamond Meadows Loop, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Camie L Bernal, 539 Diamond Meadows Loop, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/30/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Camie Bernal CAMIE BERNAL, 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 04/01/2026 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) 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 15973 Legal notice continued on the next page

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Public Notices  FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0345 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HEART CANDY, located at 6474 Brewers Hill Road, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: PO Box 163, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Grace B Parmelee, PO Box 163, 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: 07/01/2025 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Grace B Parmelee GRACE B PARMELEE, 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 03/26/2026 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) 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 15974 NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space’s lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated. Facility 1: 4501 Latrobe Rd El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 on 4/28/2026 at 10:00 am Kenneth Cabebe The auction will be listed and advertised on www. storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property 4/17 15978 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TRUSTEE SALE NO. : 00000010633980 TITLE ORDER NO.: 250606091 FHA/VA/PMI NO.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/21/2020. 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 PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 11/03/2020 as Instrument No. 2020-0062654 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of EL DORADO County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JASON HANKS AND TRACY HANKS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 05/12/2026 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE MAIN STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 495 MAIN STREET, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1861 STATE HIGHWAY 49, PLACERVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95667 APN#: 089202-018-000 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, but without covenant or warranty, expressed 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, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, 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 obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $323,516.51. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. 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 833-561-0243 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site WWW. SALES.BDFGROUP.COM for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000010633980. 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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: 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 833-561-0243, or visit this internet website WWW. SALES.BDFGROUP.COM using the file number assigned to this case 00000010633980 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. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: 833-561-0243 WWW.SALES. BDFGROUP.COM BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER AND WEISS, LLP as Trustee 3990 E. Concours Street, Suite 350 Ontario, CA 91764 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 03/31/2026 A-4870536 04/10/2026, 04/17/2026, 04/24/2026 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 15987 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0397 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: Q4U BBQ, located at 3389 Ridgeview Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Q4U BBQ LLC, 3389 Ridgeview Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 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/ Dean Kuenzi DEAN KUENZI, 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 04/07/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15990 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0383 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FOOTHILL ORCHARD CARE, located at 4177 La Sierra Drive, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Foothill Orchard Care LLC, 4177 La Sierra Drive, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 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

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listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Ryan Bell RYAN BELL, 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 04/03/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15991 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0385 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: STEVENSON PERMIT COMPANY, located at 881 Conrad Ct, Placerville, CALI 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Summer A Stevenson, 881 Conrad Ct, Placerville, CALI 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 04/02/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Summer Stevenson SUMMER STEVENSON, 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 04/06/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15992 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0394 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: COLD STONE CREAMERY, located at 2085 Vine St Ste 103, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Atif & Sons LLC, 2085 Vine St Ste 103, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 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: 04/02/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Mohammed Atif MOHAMMED ATIF, 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 04/07/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15993 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0382 The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: ABIDE

SENIOR MORTGAGE, located at 3238 Lamar Ct., Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Endeavor Insights, 3238 Lamar Ct., Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: California The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Paul Sterling Arendsee PAUL STERLING ARENDSEE, 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 04/03/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15994 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0389 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: REMINISCENT WINERY, located at 7600 Fairplay Rd, Somerset, CA 95684 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Murray L Davis, 7600 Fairplay Rd, Somerset, CA 95684 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 04/06/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Murray Davis MURRAY DAVIS 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 04/06/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15995 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0388 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OLIVIA CONDON, located at 239 Candlewood Court, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: 1. Olivia R Condon, 239 Candlewood Court, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 2. David J Condon, 239 Candlewood Court, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Married Couple The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 08/01/2025 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Olivia Condon OLIVIA CONDON 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 04/06/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15996 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0270 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PEAKLINE ROOFING, located at 4791 Artesia Rd., Shingle Springs, CA 95682/ Mailing Address: 3450 Palmer Dr. Ste 4-175, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Amanda Campoy, 3450 Palmer Dr. Ste 4-175, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 03/06/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Amanda Campoy AMANDA CAMPOY 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 03/09/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15997 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0387 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: JOSH SLATER SIGNING SOLUTIONS, located at 2835 Benson St, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Joshua S Slater, 2835 Benson St, 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: 04/04/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Joshua Slater JOSHUA SLATER, 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 04/06/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15998 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 26CV0887 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Cindi M. Buccola filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: CINDI MARIE BUCCOLA Proposed name: CINDI MARIE ELLIOTT 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: MAY 29, 2026, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 2927 Meder Road, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on

MARCH 30, 2026. /s/ Hana Balfour Judge of the Superior Court 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 15999 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0390 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE GLASS GURU OF FOLSOM - EL DORADO HILLS, located at 5003 Windplay Drive Suite 2, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/Mailing Address: 7288 Silver Tree Place, Granite Bay, CA 95746 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Clear View Industries Inc, 7288 Silver Tree Place, Granite Bay, CA 95746 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: 04/06/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Julie Hull JULIE HULL, 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 04/06/2026 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) 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 16000 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0419 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HIGBY TREE SERVICES, located at 1491 Lane Ct, Placerville, CALI 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Gary M Higby, 1491 Lane Ct, Placerville, CALI 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Gary Higby GARY HIGBY 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 04/13/2026 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) 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 16011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 26CV1054 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Susanne Wolter filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: SUSANNE LYNN WOLTER Proposed name: COCO SUSANNE BORGES 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: MAY 29, 2026, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 2927 Meder Road, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on APRIL 14, 2026. Legal notice continued on the next page

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Public Notices  /s/ Hana Balfour HANA BALFOUR, Judge of the Superior Court 16012 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 26CV1052 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Norma Janet Caceras filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: NORMA JANET CACERAS Proposed name: NADIA SUNAINA MONTALVO 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: JUNE 12, 2026, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 2927 Meder Road, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on APRIL 14, 2026. /s/ Hana Balfour Judge of the Superior Court 16013 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0422 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HANDELS HOMEMADE ICE CREAM, located at 2627 Hoffman Court, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/Mailing Address: 7705 Horseshoe Bar Road, Loomis, CA 95650 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: MPW Giving Tree LLC, 7705 Horseshoe Bar Road, Loomis, CA 95650 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: 03/01/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Melissa Carlile MELISSA CARLILE 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 04/14/2026 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) 16014 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0412 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: NERDY DAVE’S COMPUTERS, located at 615 Placerville Dr Suite A, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: 3360 Stagecoach Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: David P Evgenikos, 3360 Stagecoach Rd, 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: 01/09/2017 Signature of Registrant: /s/ David P Evgenikos DAVID P EVGENIKOS, 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 04/09/2026 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) 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 16015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 26CV0850 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Ramanpreet Dhillon and Kamaldeep Singh filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: XAVIER BAL-DHILLON Proposed name: XAVIER DHILLON 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: MAY 22, 2026, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 2927 Meder Road, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on MARCH 26, 2026. /s/ Gary Slossberg Judge of the Superior Court 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 16016 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2026-0416 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DORSO REAL ESTATE, located at 736 Da Vinci Court, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Nancy L Dorso, 736 Da Vinci Court, 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: 03/01/2026 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Nancy L Dorso NANCY L DORSO 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 04/13/2026 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) 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8 16017 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF KENNETH BERNARD ANDERSON CASE NO. 25PR0304 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of KENNETH BERNARD ANDERSON A PETITION for Probate has been filed by TAMMY DIAZ in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that TAMMY DIAZ 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: May 18, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 2927 Meder Road, Cameron Park, CA 95682 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

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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: JUSTIN SWIERCZEK Law Office of Justin Swierczek 5900 King Road, Suite 216 Loomis, CA 95650 (925) 272-9940 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 16018 NOTICE OF SALE In accordance with the provisions of the California Uniform Commercial Code, there being due and unpaid storage and other charges related to the storage for which Cold Springs Mobile Manor is entitled to a lien as Warehouse on the goods hereinafter described, and due notice having been given to those known to claim an interest, and the time specified in such notice for payment of such charges having expired, notice is hereby given that these goods will be sold at public auction at 1525 COLD SPRINGS ROAD, SPACE 80, PLACERVILLE, California 95667 on May 4th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The following is a brief description of the property to be sold: A 1977 Kaufman/Broad Biltmore Mobilehome, Decal Number AAI5375, Serial Number(s) SN712963, HUD Label/Insignia Number(s) CAL054324, 52 feet in length, 12 feet in width. Said mobilehome and its contents will be sold “as is” and “where is,” and without any covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, mobilehome park approval, encumbrances (including taxes and fees owed to County or State) or any other matter whatsoever. Payment in the form of money order or cashier’s check must be made at the time of the sale. Purchase of the mobilehome by any bidder does not include any right of possession to the mobilehome space itself, any right to resell the home on-site, or to tenancy in the park. All bidders other than Warehouse lienholder must remove the mobilehome from the park by a licensed bonded contractor within 7 days. Please note that the sale may be cancelled at any time, up to and including the time of the sale. Name of Owner: Randy Aldridge Amount Due: $6,901.26 Dated at Sunnyvale, California April 9, 2026. By: ____________________ JUDY C. TSAI Attorney for Cold Springs Mobile Manor 4/17, 4/24 16019 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ROBERT STEVEN THARRATT CASE NO. PP20200225 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ROBERT STEVEN THARRATT A PETITION for Probate has been filed by HILDA DIAZ, pers. & rep est. of JOAQUIN DIAZ, BIANCA DIAZ, YADIRA MENCHU in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that HILDA DIAZ, pers. & rep est. of JOAQUIN DIAZ, BIANCA DIAZ, YADIRA MENCHU 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: May 11, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 2927 Meder Road, Cameron Park, CA 95682 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: DAVID CLAY WASHINGTON Hadsell Stormer Renick & Dai LLP 128 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 585-9600 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 16020 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF MEMBER POSITION VACANCY EL DORADO COUNTY AGRICULTURAL COMMISSION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the current 4-year term of office for the Member position representing the Other Agricultural Interest on the El Dorado County Agricultural Commission has become available. There are 30 months remaining for this position. The estimated term will begin on July 1, 2026 and will expire on January 1, 2029. Description: The Agricultural Commission is an advisory body to and for the Board of Supervisors and the Planning Commission on all matters pertaining to agriculture. The Commission shall advise the Board of procedures and techniques requiring legislative or policy sections that will encourage and promote agricultural activities that are conducive to the continued wellbeing of El Dorado County. The Commission shall formulate and recommend to the Board, general policies related to the purposes of the Commission. Any person interested may apply for the position. Applicants should be knowledgeable and experienced in the Other Agricultural Interest Industry field. Applications can be submitted at the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors website online at: https://www.eldoradocounty. ca.gov/County-Government/ Board-of-Supervisors/Applicationfor-New-Board-Commission-orCommitee For more information, please call (530) 621-5520. Applications must be received by the Clerk of the Boards office no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday May 12, 2026. 4/17 16021 SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE ADOPTING AUTOMATED POINT-OF-SALE REGULATION

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: MICHAEL D. MAHON 9951 Grant Line Road Elk Grove, CA 95624 (916) 599-8125 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 16023 NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County of El Dorado, as lead agency, has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the below referenced Project. The Draft MND analyzes the potential environmental effects associated with the proposed Project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). This Notice of Intent (NOI) is to provide responsible agencies and other interested parties with notice of the availability of the Draft MND and solicit comments and concerns regarding the environmental issues associated with the proposed Project. LEAD AGENCY: County of El Dorado, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 CONTACT: County Planner: Bianca Dinkler, 530-621-5875 PROJECT: P23-0005/Native Lane Parcel Map PROJECT LOCATION: The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number(s) 109-010-003, consisting of 39.99 acres, is located on the south side of Native Lane, approximately 1,500 feet south of the intersection with Flying C Court, in the Shingle Springs rural region, in the vicinity of the unincorporated community of Cameron Park, in El Dorado County, Supervisorial District 2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide an undeveloped 39.99-acre parcel into four (4) parcels ranging in size from 5.25 acres (Parcel 1), 7.85 acres (Parcel 2), 15.55 acres (Parcel 3) and 11.34 acres (Parcel 4). All four of the parcels would be accessed via Native Lane. Each parcel would be served by installing a private well for both potable and emergency water service, and served by private, on-site wastewater treatment (septic systems). Electric/utilities would be provided by connecting to existing PG&E infrastructure in the project vicinity. PUBLIC REVIEW PERIOD: The public review period for the Draft MND set forth in CEQA for this project is 30 days, beginning April 20, 2026, and ending May 19, 2026. Any written comments must be received within the public review period. Copies of the Draft MND for this project may be reviewed and/or obtained in the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667, during normal business hours or online at https://edc-trk. aspgov.com/etrakit/. In order to view attachments, please login or create an E-Trakit account and search the project name or application file number in the search box. Please direct your comments to:

County of El Dorado, Planning and Building Department, County Planner: Bianca Dinkler, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or EMAIL: planning@ edcgov.us PUBLIC HEARING: A public hearing before the Zoning Administrator has not been scheduled. Once that date has been determined, a public notice will be issued. COUNTY OF EL DORADO PLANNING AND BUILDING DEPARTMENT KAREN L. GARNER, Director April 17, 2026 4/17 16024 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC 6101 ET SEQ. AND B&P 24074 ET SEQ) ESCROW NO. 2026-844 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made of the assets described below. (1) The name(s) and business address(es) of the seller(s) are: BENDING WATERS LLC, 3782 WINDING CREEK LANE, GARDEN VALLEY CA 95633 (2) The location in California of the Chief Executive Office of the seller is: SAME AS ABOVE (3) The name(s) and business address(es) of the Buyer(s) are: WINDING CREEK BREWERY LLC, 4972 HACKOMILLER ROAD, GARDEN VALLEY, CA 95633 (4) The location and general description of the assets to be sold: 3782 WINDING CREEK LANE, GARDEN VALLEY CA 95633 and transfer of: ALL FURNITURE, FIXTURES, E Q U I P M E N T, INVENTORY AND OTHER BUSINESS ASSETS License number 578421 of that certain business known as: BARMHAUS BREWING CO. located at: 3782 WINDING CREEK LANE, GARDEN VALLEY CA 95633 (5) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is MAY 5, 2026 at the office of: FIRST UNITED ESCROWS, INC., 1356 MITCHELL ROAD, SUITE A, MODESTO, CA 95351, Escrow No. 2026-844, Escrow Officer: DENISE BREHM (6) Claims may be filed with same as “5” above. CLAIMS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL ESCROW HOLDER IS NOTIFIED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL OF THE TRANSFER OF THE PERMANENT ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE TO THE BUYER. (7) This bulk sale is NOT subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. but is subject to Section 24074 of the Business and Professions Code (8) Listed by the seller, all other business names and addresses used by the seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the buyer are: NA. Dated: 4/1/26 WINDING CREEK BREWERY LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, Buyer ORD-5158110 MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT 4/17/26 4/17 16025

The Board of Supervisors will, on April 28, 2026, at 1 p.m. in the Board of Supervisors Meeting Room at 330 Fair Lane Court, Placerville, hold a public hearing and vote on the passage of a proposed Ordinance that would establish a regulatory program for the County Sealer of Weights and Measures to register and inspect point-ofsale systems pursuant to Business and Professions Code 13350 et seq. The proposed Ordinance would require businesses using point-of-sale systems to register with the County Sealer annually, pay an annual registration fee, be subject to delinquency penalties, and re-inspection fees. In addition, the County Sealer would inspect all point-of-sale systems under a schedule determined by the County Sealer, including re-inspections. The proposed Ordinance would be effective 30 days after final adoption by the County Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors will also consider and vote on whether the adoption of this Ordinance is a Project for purposes of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and, if it were a Project, whether it would be exempt under the Class 9 Categorical Exemption as stated in CEQA Guidelines Section 15309. A full and complete copy of the full text of the proposed Ordinance is available for viewing in the office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors at 330 Fair Lane, Placerville, California. NOTICE OF PUBLIC PUBLIC HEARING HEARING NOTICE OF All persons interested are invited NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County ofintends El Dorado (“County”) to write their commentsNOTICE to theIS HEREBY GIVEN that the County of El Dorado (“County”) to conduct a public hearing on intends to conduct a public hearing on April 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. or Board of Supervisors in advance April 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. or thereafter, to consider adopting a resolution updating development thereafter, to consider adopting a resolution updating development impact of the hearing. If you challenge mitigation fees on behalf El Dorado Hills Community District pursuant impactin mitigation fees on behalf of theof El the Dorado Hills Community ServicesServices District (“District”) the adoption of the Ordinance (“District”) the §66000 Mitigation Fee and Act El(Cal. Gov.County Code Ordinance §66000 etCode, court, you may be limited totoraising the Mitigation Fee Actpursuant (Cal. Gov.toCode et seq.) Dorado seq.) and El Dorado County Ordinance Code, Chapter 13.20, to fund the only those items you or someone Chapter 13.20, to fund the cost of parks and recreation attributable to new residential development in cost of parks and recreation attributable to new residential development else raised at the public hearing current fee was in accordance with ainfee nexus studywith and report, in the District. Thedeveloped current fee was developed accordance a fee which described in this notice,theorDistrict. in The nexus study and which includesadjustment. a recommendation for an annual would written correspondence delivered includes a recommendation forreport, an annual inflationary The proposed adjustment inflationary adjustment. The proposed adjustment would result in the to the Board of Supervisors at, result in the following fees: following fees: or before, the public hearing. Any written correspondence 2025 CPI should be directed to the Board Description Current Fee of Supervisors at 330 Fair Lane, Adjustment Placerville, CA 95667 or via e-mail: 3.0% edc.cob@edcgov.us. Single Family Residential $ 14,178 $ 14,603 4/17 16022 Multi-Family Residential & $ 9,358 $ 9,639 Affordable Housing NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Age-Restricted Residential $ 8,285 $ 8,534 KENNETH BERNARD Serrano Single Family Residential $ 7,580 $ 7,807 ANDERSON Serrano Multi-Family Residential $ 5,002 $ 5,152 CASE NO. 25PR0304

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, Serrano Age-Restricted Residential $ 4,398 $ 4,530 contingent creditors, and persons Mobile Home Park Homes Exempt Exempt who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Accessory Dwelling Units Exempt Exempt KENNETH BERNARD ANDERSON A PETITION for Probate has been For information on this matter and copies of associated documents, may For information on this matter and copies of associated documents, may be obtained at the Office of filed by DANIEL ANDERSON in be obtained at the Office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 330 Fair the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, Lane, Placerville, CA, or by calling (530)621-5390. the Superior Court of California, Lane, Placerville, CA, or330 by Fair calling (530)621-5390. County of El Dorado. 4/10, 4/17 15913 THE PETITION for probate requests NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING that KEVIN B. ANDERSON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING be appointed as personal NOTICE ISthe HEREBY GIVENIS that the County of Elthat Dorado to conduct a public hearing representative to administer NOTICE HEREBY GIVEN the (“County”) County of intends El Dorado (“County”) estate of the decedent.April 21, 2026, at intends to conduct a public April 21,a resolution 2026, at 10:00 a.m.development or 10:00 a.m. or thereafter, tohearing consideronadopting updating THE PETITION requests authority thereafter, to consider a resolution updating development impact mitigation fees on behalf of theadopting Cameron Park Community Services District impact (“District”) for to administer the estate under mitigation fees on behalf of the Cameron Park Community Services District Cameron Park Fire Department pursuantPark to the Mitigation Fee pursuant Act (Cal. Gov. Code §66000 et seq.) an the Independent Administration (“District”) for Cameron Fire Department to the Mitigation of Estates Act. (This authority will Fee Act (Cal. Code, Gov. Code §66000 et to seq.) and Elcost Dorado County Ordinance El Dorado County Ordinance Chapter 13.20, fund the of fire protection attributable to n allow the personal representative Code, Chapter 13.20, to fund the cost of fire protection attributable to new residential the District. The current fee was in was accordance with a fee nexu to take many actions withoutdevelopment residentialin development in the District. Thedeveloped current fee developed obtaining court approval. studyBefore and report, includeswith a recommendation for anand annual inflationary adjustment. in which accordance a fee nexus study report, which includes a The taking certain very proposed important recommendation an following annual inflationary adjustment. The proposed adjustment would resultfor in the fees: actions, however, the personal adjustment would result in the following fees: representative will be required to 2025 CPI give notice to interested persons Description Current Fee unless they have waived notice or Adjustment consented to the proposed action.) 3.0% The independent administration Single Family Housing $ 0.54 $ 0.56 authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection Multi-Family Housing $ 0.91 $ 0.94 to the petition and shows good Mobile Home $ 0.80 $ 0.82 cause why the court should not Retail Commercial $ 0.78 $ 0.80 grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be Office $ 0.96 $ 0.99 held in this court as follows: May Industrial $ 0.72 $ 0.74 18, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 Agriculture $ 0.33 $ 0.34 Room 9 at 2927 Meder Road, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Warehouse/Distribution $ 0.52 $ 0.54 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear For information on this matter and copies of associated documents, may information onobtained this matter andOffice copiesofofthe associated documents, may be obtained at the Office of at the hearing and For state your be at the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 330 Fair Clerk of the Lane, BoardPlacerville, of Supervisors, 330byFair Lane,(530)621-5390 Placerville, CA, or by calling (530)621-5390. objections or file writtenthe objections CA, or calling with the court before the hearing. 4/10, 4/17 15914 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR a NOTICE or IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County of El Dorado (“County”) intends to conduct a public hearin contingent creditor of the decedent, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the County of El Dorado (“County”) 21,with 2026, atintends 10:00 a.m. or thereafter, tohearing consideronadopting resolution updating you must file your April claim to conduct a public April 21,a 2026, at 10:00 a.m. development or the court and mail a impact copy tomitigation the thereafter, to consider updating development fees on behalf of theadopting Camerona resolution Park Community Services Districtimpact (“District”) pursua personal representative appointed mitigation fees on behalf of the Cameron Park Community Services District to the Mitigation(“District”) Fee Act (Cal. Gov. Code §66000 et seq.) and El Dorado County Ordinance Code, by the court within the later of pursuant to the Mitigation Fee Act (Cal. Gov. Code §66000 et either (1) four months from 13.20, the to seq.) Dorado County Chapter 13.20, to fund the Chapter fundand theElcost of parks and Ordinance recreation Code, attributable to new residential development date of first issuance of letters to cost of parks and recreation attributable to new residential development the District. The current fee was developed in accordance with a fee nexus study and report, which a general personal representative, in the District. The current fee was developed in accordance with a fee recommendation annualwhich inflationary adjustment. The proposed would nexus studyfor andanreport, includes a recommendation for anadjustment annual as defined in section includes 58(b) of athe inflationary California Probate Code, or the (2) following result in fees: adjustment. The proposed adjustment would result in the following fees: 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a 2025 CPI notice under section 9052 of the Description Current Fee California Probate Code. Other Adjustment California statutes and legal 3.0% authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult Single Family Housing $ 6,645 $ 6,844 with an attorney knowledgeable in Multi-Family Housing $ 5,435 $ 5,598 California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept Mobile Home $ 3,402 $ 3,504 by the court. If you are a person For information on this matter and copies of associated documents, may interested in the estate, you may information on this matter andOffice copiesofofthe associated documents, may be obtained at the Office o be obtained at the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 330 Fair file with the court a For Request for Lane, Placerville, CA, 330 or byFair calling Special Notice (form DE-154) of the the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, Lane,(530)621-5390. Placerville, CA, or by calling (530)621-5390. filing of an inventory and appraisal 4/10, 4/17 15915

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