Tri-City Voice August 12, 2025 by Weeklys

LEAF Life

Urban farm expands with new land. 12

Bus-eum Bus Museum holds summer open house. 21

OPINION

Fremont PD search for next Police Chief. 4

AC Transit updates coming to Tri-Cities

Katie Hong’s safe return sparks an urgent call for caution

● Teens face real danger when online meets offline

● Systemwide overhaul to reflect current ridership patterns without increasing costs

By Panashe Matemba-Mutasa

By now, many in Fremont have heard about the recent disappearance and now, as of Thursday, Aug. 7, safe recovery of 16-year-old Katie Hong. According to KRON4 and the Fremont Police Department, Hong had last been seen Friday, July 25, after leaving a note saying she planned to meet people she’d only interacted with through an online chat platform. She reportedly knew them only by their screen names and they declined to share their real identities.

AC Transit will implement sweeping changes to its bus network on Sunday, Aug. 10, affecting dozens of routes across the East Bay, including several in Fremont, Newark and Union City. The agency’s Realign plan, approved earlier this year, is the first systemwide overhaul in decades and is designed to reflect current ridership patterns while maintaining service levels without increasing operating costs.

The Realign initiative comes after more than two years of public engagement and data analysis, including over 22,000 survey responses. The result is a restructured network aimed at improving reliability, simplifying routes and matching service to demand.

In the Tri-City area, the changes are significant. Line 99 will replace existing lines 9, 210 and 212, providing

Surveillance footage showed her heading toward Irvington Community Park, where police say she left her cellphone before going offline entirely. The disappearance launched a large-scale search effort involving Fremont PD, federal law enforcement, private investigators and hundreds of community members. Hong was found safe on Thursday, Aug. 7. In a statement, police said she was “unharmed and safe” and would be reunited with her

Exhibit honors Chinese American women

Obon honors passed loved ones

● ‘Herstory’ spotlighting pioneering women, comes to Fremont and Union City libraries

By Roelle Balan

By Connie Cheung

IMering to honor loved ones who passed away.

had been “as good as any other passenger.”

n the summer of 1874, a ship carrying hundreds of passengers arrived in the port of San Francisco after a monthlong voyage from Hong Kong. As everyone disembarked, 22

embers of the Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church (SACBC) in Union City are inviting the community to celebrate the Obon Festival on Aug. 9, 2025, an annual gath-

Reverend Takashi Miyaji of SACBC said the Obon Festival is a Japanese Buddhist tradition where people who have died the past year are remembered and celebrated. According to Buddhist tradition, ancestors

women were singled out and denied entry because a state inspector believed they were “lewd and debauched.” The ship’s captain was ordered to carry the women back to China, despite his explanation that their behavior onboard

who have passed away make their way back to this world during the Obon Festival. The festival is held at different times of the year depending on the temple, mainly in the summer months. SACBC celebrates the Obon festival in August.

The Obon festival starts with a food sale at 5pm for anyone who wants to purchase food before the dancing por

Can states enforce immigration requirements that don’t exist federally? Is it to enact a hazy law based on arbitrary accusations of moral character? In 1875, the Supreme Court struck down California’s law by ruling in favor of the 22 women, arguing that states don’t have the right to regulate

BIGGEST FAN Some dances use a folding fan, called a sensu.

Courtesy of Kathleen Yoshida

Kid scientists

Local author debuts children’s book. 10

Interim Chief

Crush Futsal Newark’s 10U team competes at National Championship. 21

Living jewels Flowers add color to home gardens. 6

CAREER CHANGEUP Chen worked at a pharmaceutical company before workplace discrimination sparked her interest in law.

Courtesy of Chang C. Chen, (inside photo)

Historical photo

courtesy of Herstory display

Old Union City Historian leads bike tour of Decoto. 16

Youth poets County selects Youth Poet Laureates for 2025. 10

The display at the library takes the viewer through landmark court cases.

Step and shine Relay for life raises funds to fight cancer.

India Day Parade and fair bring together the Indian community. 12

News from Washington Health

Unbiased Answers to Medicare Questions

Online seminar Sept. 10

If you are new to Medicare, you may want to find out what options are best for you. Or you may be turning 65, or be older than 65, but leaving your employersponsored plan and will need health insurance. What are your next steps?

The Health Insurance Information Service (HIIS) at Washington Health can help you navigate the bewildering array of options and suggestions, says Kristi Caracappa, the hospital’s HIIS coordinator. “Open enrollment offers an opportunity for everyone — those new to Medicare and those who have been on the program for some years — to review their current plans. Look at your plans, including Advantage plans and Part D drug coverage. Do they meet your current needs? What are the new options available that might better serve your situation?”

For example, Caracappa notes that if you have a Medicare Advantage plan, does your current plan or the one you may be considering cover your current prescriptions? You may have new medications that aren’t covered, or one of your current prescriptions may have been dropped or changed to a different tier. Does the plan you are considering cover any medical equipment you may need? And your health care requirements may have changed as a result of recent illnesses or an accident.

Caracappa will explain the range of Medicare options at a Wednesday, Sept. 10, Washington Health online seminar, “Medicare: What You Need to

Know.” The 5 p.m. Health & Wellness seminar can be accessed on facebook.com/WashingtonHealth1 or YouTube.com/@washington_health.

At the seminar, Caracappa will discuss how and when to sign up for Medicare, options available to cover extra costs, how Medicare plans work in your local community and how best to choose a prescription drug plan that will cover your medications. She also will discuss Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) and Medicare supplemental insurance enrollment options, and any upcoming changes to Medicare and/or Part D, as well as answer questions about changes, choices and timing, among other issues.

Caracappa encourages everyone who is Medicare eligible, including those who receive Medicare benefits because of a qualified disability, to review their plan each year before open enrollment. In addition to Part D, which offers prescription drug coverage, Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) also should be reviewed annually. Part C plans are run by private insurers and can vary from year to year, and coverage may depend on your county of residence. Also, additional benefits may now be offered.

Additional information and assistance is available through the hospital’s Health Insurance Information Service, a free, unbiased and confidential service for individuals. Caracappa explains that the service can help

with questions about individual and group plans; government-sponsored programs, such as Medi-Cal or Covered California; and, of course, Medicare and all its options.

“The service does not sell insurance or recommend specific policies,” she adds. “We’re here to help you understand the options you have, answer health insurance questions or direct you to a physician referral service.” The service also provides information on insurance

“We’re here to help you understand the options you have, answer health insurance questions or direct you to a physician referral service.”

Kristi Caracappa, Health Insurance Information Service Coordinator

options following a job loss or job change, answers questions about changes in benefit coverage, explains COBRA, and how to understand and prepare an Advance Health Care Directive.

To learn more about how the service can assist you, call 510.818.7005. Additional information is available on the Washington Health website. Scan the below QR code for more information.

Health

Taking the Mystery Out of Vaccinations

Local pediatrician reviews vaccination requirements for students

This is the third article in a three-part back-to-school series

With the beginning of a new school year, some families may have questions about what vaccinations and boosters are required, and whether they’re safe and effective.

Rishika Singh, MD, a pediatrician with Washington Health Medical Group, said that doctors follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) vaccine schedule, and the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) required list to attend school. Her office has been busy seeing children for back-to-school physicals, and making sure vaccinations are updated. This is especially important for students going to transitional kindergarten, kindergarten, seventh grade, and for transferring students. These are incidents where updated immunization records are typically required.

“Vaccinations are a very important part of keeping your child, and everyone else, healthy.” Dr. Singh noted, “In light of the measles outbreak this year with far higher cases than we have seen since 2000, it is very important to make sure your child is up to date with the MMR

vaccine.” She added that measles is so serious and contagious that children can get sick just by being in a room that an ill person had left, due to lingering germs. Even diseases that were once considered eradicated (such as polio) are occasionally being seen in the United States, possibly due to the decrease in vaccination intake.

Time-tested, Safe and Effective Vaccines

Dr. Singh reassures families of her patients that vaccines are safe. “Most vaccines have been around a very long time and are extremely safe and effective, with few side effects,” she said.

Several of the vaccines can be combined in one shot, like measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV); and diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTaP) given with polio (IPV). This eliminates the need for children to get multiple needle sticks.

Dr. Singh conceded to the possibility that a child could be allergic to a certain type of vaccine, but those cases are exceedingly rare. “Vaccines really are very safe,” she emphasized. If families have a question or safety concern about getting their child vaccinated, they should talk to their pediatrician.

“There are also a few vaccinations that aren’t required, but are recommended,” explained Dr. Singh. She often consults with families on immunizing children against hepatitis A, which comes from contaminated food, water or a contagious person; and the human papillomavirus (HPV), which comes from sexual contact. The meningitis vaccine is also recommended at ages 11 and 16. Some colleges are requiring this vaccine.

Children who have received their required vaccinations since birth, will likely only need a booster or additional vaccine or two. If children aren’t current on their vaccinations, families should ask their pediatrician about a plan to get up to date.

Most patients have received the necessary vaccinations on schedule since birth, but occasionally Dr. Singh will see a child who hasn’t had any. “The child can still go to school, as long as they start the shots right away and continue to get the necessary vaccinations on an accelerated schedule. They can be monitored by their pediatrician and school nurse to make sure they receive all necessary vaccinations,” she explained.

Required Vaccinations

The CDPH requires three groups of students to have an updated vaccination record to attend school.

• Children entering transitional kindergarten or kindergarten

• Students starting seventh grade

• Students who are new to a school

Vaccinations needed for transitional kindergarten or kindergarten:

• Diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTaP, DTP, Tdap or Td) – five doses. The CDPH says four doses are OK if one was given on or after a child’s 4th birthday; three doses are all right if one was given on or after a child turned 7 years old.

“Vaccinations are a very important part of keeping your child, and everyone else, healthy.”

Rishika Singh, MD

• Polio (IPV or OPV) – four doses. The CDPH allows three doses if one was given on or after a child’s 4th birthday. Oral doses of the polio vaccine given after April 1, 2016, aren’t eligible.

• Hepatitis B – three doses. Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) – two doses. Both doses must be given on or after a child’s first birthday.

• Varicella (chickenpox) – two doses.

For Seventh grade:

• Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) – one dose.

• Varicella (chickenpox) – two doses.

For new students entering all grades:

• Proof of all immunizations listed above.

Recommended (Non-required) Vaccines Dr. Singh noted that other vaccinations aren’t required but are recommended for families to consider, including hepatitis A and COVID; HPV, at age 11 and up; meningitis, at age 11 and 16; and a flu shot, which will be given later this year when the new vaccine for the year 2024-2025 comes out. While she said most children aren’t sexually active at 11, giving the vaccine at this age will protect them through their teen years.

She also recommends that school-age children have annual wellness exams to make sure that their growth and development are on track, along with a mental health screening for teenagers, who often suffer from anxiety and depression.

For more information about Dr. Singh, view her profile on the medical group page, mywtmf.com/find-a-doctor/ rishika-singh-md/ or scan the below QR code.

OPINION

Early warning

By Stephanie Uchida

It was the first day of my much-delayed honeymoon.

My husband and I gazed out on a beautiful Hawaiian sunset—setting behind the Walmart. Because the Walmart parking lot was the evacuation center. From our height we glimpsed a magical ocean view. We couldn’t take our eyes off it, and neither could anyone else among the crowd that had gathered. It was 7pm in Kona, and a tsunami was due any minute.

When I went on vacation at the end of July, a disaster alert certainly wasn’t on the itinerary. However, instead of being annoyed at our plans being derailed, I am incredibly grateful for all the systems we have in place to keep us safe.

We heard about the tsunami warning in the shuttle from the

CALM SEAS ‘The only enemy is the sea,’ wrote Ava Reid in ‘A Study in Drowning.’ I too had much respect for the ocean’s power after the tsunami warning.

airport to the rental car place. When we checked in to our timeshare, everyone’s phones started buzzing. People walked past us, heading for their cars to evacuate. When we saw locals taking the warning seriously, it sank in that this could be a Big Deal.

As our room was only on the second floor, less than 50 feet away from the crashing surf, we lost no time heading to Walmart. The roads backed

LETTER

Monarch waystation

As a Girl Scout committed to environmental action, I created a Monarch Waystation at my school garden to help address the decline in monarch butterfly populations. Monarchs rely on native milkweed for reproduction and survival, but habitat loss caused by climate change and human development has made these plants increasingly scarce. Inspired by visits to monarch sanctuaries growing up—sometimes over an hour away—I wanted to bring that same sense of comfort and purpose closer to home. To

up with traffic, many people choosing to head further inland for shelter. Walmart brought out cases of bottled water and additional propane tanks in case people lost power. Denny’s was one of the only restaurants open, and the remaining staff took on the demeanor of war veterans.

Then we waited.

Because it was Hawaii, the general vibe was more like an

TO THE EDITOR

support monarchs locally, I planted over 30 native milkweed saplings and built and designed an educational signboard for the garden that explains the importance of monarch conservation.

Beyond the physical restoration, I developed a curriculum specifically tied to the garden and monarchs, now incorporated into my school’s environmental science classes. As vice president of my school’s Eco Society, I help lead weekly meetings focused on maintaining the space and encouraging student involvement.

impromptu tailgating party. People were chatting, livestreaming, playing music on their truck sound systems. We traded tsunami facts with the people next to us.

When the first wave was scheduled to hit, the atmosphere took on an earned voyeurism as everyone gathered to get the best view. We hadn’t wished for a disaster, but if one struck then we might as well get some footage of a rare spectacle.

Luckily, Kona survived without damage, although waves hit Maui and the Hilo side of the Big Island. If we wanted to capture a big wave on camera, we were disappointed.

We thought of the Boxing Day Tsunami from 2004, how many were taken by surprise even though like us they had hours after the earthquake to flee to higher ground. We could be thinking about our livestreams and ordering at Denny’s not because this tsunami was harmless but because we knew when it was coming.

So the next time my phone makes that horrid sound and I see yet another weather advisory, I won’t be annoyed. I’ll appreciate that we have the technology to know when our lives are in danger.

Through habitat restoration, education and student leadership, this project aims to build long-term awareness and

create a meaningful impact for monarch conservation.

Venkat Milpitas High School

EDITOR

Stephanie Uchida

COMPOSITE EDITOR

April Ramos

REPORTERS

Roelle Balan, Victor Carvellas, Andrew Cavette, Asok Chatterjee, Charlene Dizon, Rob Klindt, Monika Lee, Panashe Matemba-Mutasa, David Newman, Kayla Vargas, Hugo Vera, Marc Vicente

COLUMNISTS

Kelsey Camello, Anne Chan, Michael Coates, Daniel O’Donnell, Pat Kite, John Schinkel-Kludjian, Madhvika Singh, Barbara Wong

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Victor Carvellas

DIRECTOR CREATIVE SERVICES

Cindy Couling

CREATIVE SERVICES

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Deb Fisher

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Jennifer Meyer, Elena Razgonov, Rowdy Tompkins, Jackie Mujica

INTERNS

Neel Bhimani, Dhanya Ganesh, Nanki Kaur, Jessica Kim, Olivia Ma, Vidyuth Sridhar, Ethan Yan, Callie Yuan, Padma Balaji

PUBLISHER

Dan Pulcrano

What’s Happening’s The Tri-City Voice is published weekly, issued, sold and circulated in and from Fremont, Newark, Union City, Hayward, Milpitas, Castro Valley, San Leandro, San Lorenzo and Sunol. The principal office of Tri-City Voice is at 39737 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Ste. B, Fremont, CA 94538.

Stephanie Uchida

HOME GARDEN Used to driving an hour to Monarch butterfly sanctuaries, Shivani Venkat decided to make her own mini Monarch butterfly garden at her school in Milpitas.

Courtesy of Shivani Venkat

Stephanie Uchida

Shivani

Katie Hong returns after nearly two weeks missing

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family. Her parents expressed deep gratitude to everyone who helped, noting in a GoFundMe update that any unused funds from the more than $70,000 raised will go toward nonprofits that search for missing children.

While the circumstances of her disappearance remain under investigation, Hong’s story underscores a growing reality: Many teens now form relationships online—sometimes with people they have never met in person— through platforms like Discord, gaming sites and social media. Meeting those connections in person carries serious safety risks.

With that in mind, here are 10 tips for teens and parents on safely meeting someone from the Internet:

1. Verify their identity first

Never agree to meet someone until you know their real name, age and other verifiable details. Ask to video chat first, and confirm through mutual connections if possible.

2. Tell a trusted adult

Always inform a parent or guardian about who you’re meeting, where and when. Share all communication you’ve had with the person.

3. Meet in a public place

Choose a busy, well-lit location like a coffee shop, library or mall, never a private home, park or secluded spot.

4. Bring a friend or adult

Never go alone. Having someone with you adds a layer of security and accountability.

5. Keep your phone on you

Maintain access to your phone at all times. Avoid situations where you’re asked to leave it behind.

6. Arrange your own transportation

Don’t rely on the person you’re meeting for a ride. Have a way to leave quickly if needed.

7. Trust your gut

If something feels off, whether it’s their behavior online or in person, it’s okay to cancel or leave.

8. Limit personal information

Don’t share your address, school name, daily routines or family details with someone you don’t know well.

9. Set clear boundaries

Be firm about what you’re comfortable with, and don’t let anyone pressure you into breaking them.

10. Know how to get help fast

Keep emergency numbers handy and identify safe places nearby in case you need assistance.

Hong’s case ended with a safe return, but not all stories do. As online and offline worlds continue to blur, staying informed and talking openly about safety is one of the best protections parents and teens can have.

LOCAL NEWS

Animal cruelty case moves forward with arraignment

● Charge brought against manager at Bay Area ranch

By staff

Santa Clara County has brought a case of animal cruelty against the Chaparral Ranch.

According to a county press release, the case involves mistreatment of a horse named Honey by manager Jennifer Bryant, resulting in a misdemeanor charge of “failing to give proper care and attention to an animal.”

Animal control officers first responded to complaints about abused animals at the Ranch’s Bear Creek property in Los Gatos in March 2024. Instead of receiving followup care, Honey was moved to a different ranch owned by Chaparral Corporation.

The Bear Creek location is no longer listed on the Chaparral Corporation website. In April 2024, camp, training and riding instruction was suspended at the location according to an article from SiliconValley.com.

In July 2024, animal control was called and found Honey collapsed and unable to stand up at the Milpitas Chaparral location. Honey was euthanized due to her deteriorated condition. Bryant was arraigned on Monday, Aug. 11 at the Hall of Justice in San Jose. A conviction can mean up to one year of jail time.

Chaparral Ranch did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

HOME &GARDEN

CUTE PLANT NAMES TAKE ROOT

These garden friends come with whimsical and humorous names

By Daniel O’Donnell

Plants are given Latin names so they can be identified precisely, as many have multiple names and even duplicated common names with other plants. However, from a marketing point of view, these names can be sterile, hard to pronounce and difficult to remember. Common names on the other hand often sum up the plant’s main characteristics based solely on observations such as flower color, mature size and leaf shape. Common names can even be cute.

Cute plant names can foster a more personal relationship between the grower and the plant, which can lead to more attentive care and increased satisfaction. A survey in Britain found that one in three plant purchasers in England name their houseplants. A US poll found that 36.9% of Gen Z, 32.1% of Millennials, 25.4% of Gen X, and 14.9% of Baby Boomers name their houseplants not only standard American names like Fred or Mary, but whimsical or cute names like Vincent van Grow or Fernie Sanders.

Even cute names given to plants by plant breeders and nurseries can help create a positive bond between a “plant parent” and the plant. Below are seven plants with cute names that you may want to take home, befriend and post on Instagram. You may even wish you could hug them.

“Little Miss Figgy” is a dwarf fig tree variety that was patented in 2017. It grows to an average height of about five feet with a width of three to four feet, making it suitable for growing in small gardens and in containers on patios and balconies. This cute little fruit tree produces deep purple figs with a golden flesh that has a sweet berry-like taste.

“Raspberry Swirl” is a variety of Dianthus that produces fragrant, edible, pale pink flowers with a magenta edge and

deep maroon center. The flowers sit atop long stems and hover above the plant’s compact mound of blueish-green grassy foliage. It’s drought tolerant, deer resistant and attracts charming butterflies.

“Bumbleberry Pie” is another type of Dianthus with an enchanting name. This variety produces scented hot-pink frilly flowers with a crimson center ring that appear to float above the plant’s drift of silvery-blue and green grassy foliage. The lovable pink flamingo-colored flowers are great for floral arrangements.

“Miss Piggy” is a Bergenia that has clusters of bright pink flowers that form on a cone-shaped panicle. It may hog attention from the other shade growing plants in the garden. The dark green luscious glossy leaves slowly turn purplish-bronze in the winter, adding dramatic color.

“Watermelon Party” is a Begonia hybrid with foliage that explodes with color. Its glossy leaves have deep purple serrated edges which fade inward to dark green, then silver, finishing with a vibrant salmon-reddish color in the center. White dots overlay the surface of the leaves and keep the visual party going by adding a dramatic contrast to the colorful veining.

“Prince Charming” is a tiny three to four-foot-tall Buddleia (butterfly bush) with a fairytale name. It blooms from mid-summer to fall. It generates multiple long deep raspberry-pink flower spikes despite its small size. The flower spike consists of hundreds of mini-individual flowers that, as the name suggests, charm butterflies, bees and hummingbirds.

“My Guy” is a Hibiscus hybrid whose name immediately forms a bond between it and whoever is growing and caring for it (“plant parent” for the Millennials and Gen Zers). It blooms with beautiful double flowers, which are flowers with extra petals that are sometimes

called ‘flowers within flowers.’ The large red petal flowers with yellow highlights are truly captivating.

A recent study from a marketing company called CraftJack found that 60% of people under 40 think that “pets are the new kids, and plants are the new pets.” Many are even opting for plant over animal ownership. Whether the plant is named at the nursery or by its

new parent, a cute plant name changes the relationship from owner to companion, creating a win-win for both the person and the plant.

Daniel O’Donnell is the co-owner and operator of an organic landscape design/build company in Fremont. Chrysalis-Gardens.com

PINKY PIE The flamingo pink blooms on Bumbleberry Pie Dianthus make floral arrangements a piece of cake.

Daniel O’Donnell

BERRY LOVELY Raspberry Swirl Dianthus sounds like an ice cream flavor, and in fact its pale pink petals are edible.

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Library display educates on legal history of Chinese women in America

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immigration. The case once again feels relevant, as legal challenges to immigration enforcement make headlines across the country.

Visitors can read more about eye-opening legal breakthroughs starring Chinese American women in a selected “Herstory” display of 12 posters that is currently at Fremont’s library before it moves to Union City in September. On Aug. 23, the Fremont Main Library will also host a reception starring the project’s creator, Dr. Chang C. Chen, whose quest to gather remarkable legal cases began over 10 years ago.

Since 2015, variations of “Herstory” have been shown in dozens of museums, universities and libraries. “Libraries are fitting spaces to share these stories and histories,” explained Jackie Martinez, the equity services coordinator at the Alameda County Library.

Like the lives of many women she spotlights, Chen’s own life is also full of unexpected twists and turns, while being underpinned by her bravery and fierce sense of justice. After moving to America from Taiwan in the 1970s to earn a doctorate in biochemistry, Chen worked for a pharmaceutical conglomerate until she lost a promotion to a male colleague.

Chen recalled confronting her manager. “My boss told me, ‘That guy has

three kids to take care of. You can depend on your husband.’”

With the help of a lawyer who drafted a letter to Chen’s company CEO in Switzerland, Chen was eventually promoted. But finding herself sidelined and given no new projects, she eventually decided to apply to law school at Columbia University. The same lawyer who advocated on her behalf for the employment dispute now helped Chen with the law school application essay. “This time, it’s free,” he told her.

During her long career as an attorney, Chen also published dozens of Chinese books on subjects ranging from international investments to fortune-telling to self-help. At one point, she said, she even campaigned and was elected as a member of Taiwan’s legislative body. When asked about her short-lived foray into politics, Chen said, “I cannot lie. I cannot.”

Herstory was Chen’s first book in English, a project that expanded into others, like recording the oral histories of notable women she encountered during research. Several of Chen’s self-published titles are available in the Alameda County library system, including Herstory, Herstory 2, and Lily Lee Chen: the First Chinese American Woman Mayor.

Now in her mid-70s, Chen is working on an Asian American children’s law book. “Nobody writes children’s law

Hayward Weekes Branch Library to reopen

● Upgrades to the decades-old facility include landscaping, new interiors and an art gallery

By Panashe Matemba-Mutasa

After months of renovation, the Hayward Public Library’s Weekes Branch in South Hayward is ready to welcome the community back. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place Saturday, Aug. 16, from 3 to 5pm, kicking off an afternoon of festivities.

books. They think it’s boring,” she said. But the law has amazing relevance and power to shape our everyday lives, and Chen hopes children like her 12-year-old grandson can learn to appreciate the legal impact that Asian Americans have had on the country.

For those who are inspired by Chen’s example, she has some advice: “You’ve got to live for other people. Don’t just live for yourself—you’ll be so bored, and people will be so bored with you. Help other people, and then you’ll find meaning in life.”

‘Herstory’

Fremont Main Library

2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont aclibrary.org

Reception with Dr. Chang C. Chen

Saturday, Aug. 23

10:30am - 12:30pm Fukaya Room

The upgrades were designed to breathe new life into the decades-old facility while working within a modest budget. Inside, visitors will notice fresh paint, new carpeting, updated furniture and shelving, and modernized technology in the Community Meeting Room, including a large display screen and advanced AV setup. Outside, improvements such as fencing, landscaping and safety features help create a more inviting and secure space.

City officials say two new features are likely to become community favorites: an art gallery developed in partnership with the Hayward Arts Council and Hayward Unified School District, which will showcase rotating exhibits from local artists, and a Friends of the Hayward Public Library bookstore, offering gently used books to help fund library programs.

Funding for the project came from a mix of sources, including Community Development Block Grants, Hayward Promise Neighborhoods, the Friends of the Hayward Library, and the Donna L. & Edward E. Martins Foundation.

The reopening celebration will feature live performances, donor acknowledgments and guided tours of the refreshed library. Doors officially reopen for regular hours on Monday, Aug. 18, at 10am.

Ribbon cutting Saturday, Aug 16

BOOK TALK Chen has published books in Chinese on a variety of topics, but ‘Herstory’ is her first foray into English language publishing.

Courtesy of Chang C. Chen

Fremont Police Log

● Victim’s property damaged after she asked for help from pedestrian

Submitted by Fremont Police Department

Tuesday, July 22

Officers responded to an assault at a grocery store on the 39000 block of Paseo Padre Pkwy. A subject entered the store, threw fruit on the ground, then opened a bottle of the store’s alcohol and drank it. After an employee asked multiple times for the subject to leave, the subject threw a glass bottle at the employee.

Tuesday, July 22

A victim was locked out of her vehicle on the 37000 block of Mission Blvd. She flagged down a subject riding a bicycle to assist her. The subject attempted to open the vehicle by prying the door open, damaging the door. When the victim told him to stop, the subject became agitated and used a nearby hammer to smash the vehicle’s window. The subject stole the victim’s knife, used it to threaten her, then slashed her tires. The subject took the victim’s generator and fled on his bicycle.

Wednesday, July 23

Officers responded to a disturbance at a residence on Kemper Road. The reporting party was in a verbal dispute with his tenant when the subject began beating him. The subject then set a fire in the kitchen, threatening to burn the house down and brandished a knife at another tenant, then cut him. Upon seeing smoke, the reporting party and other tenants exited the house, leaving the subject alone inside. Officers located the subject in the garage and convinced him to surrender. The subject was placed under arrest. Fremont Fire Department ensured that the fire was completely extinguished.

Sunday, July 27

Officers responded to a residential burglary on Avalon Heights Terrace. The homeowners returned home and found the rear sliding glass door had been opened. The victims exited the residence to wait for police, which likely prompted the subject to break a second-story window, climb onto the roof and jump to the ground to escape. Several thousand dollars worth of items were missing from the residence.

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Poet Laureate award ceremony opens platforms for local youth

● Alameda County announces Youth Poet Laureates for 2025

By Olivia Ma

Tucked behind a skate park and community center, sunlight danced across the faces of five young poets as they performed before a sea of supportive family members and friends. On Friday, Aug. 1, the REACH Ashland Youth Center hosted the 2025 Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate award ceremony, marking the end of the poetry contest held annually for writers ages 13 to 18. After online submissions closed on April 30, a panel of judges with extensive poetry experience was selected to pick the finalists. Each student submission was judged based on writing, performance, and an interview with judg-

es to see the meaning, intent and story behind each poem. In the end, one finalist was named Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate (ACYPL), and another Vice Laureate.

“We want to give [a] voice to teenagers who may not have considered poetry as a way out there for their emotions. I think it’s a good way to put your feelings down on paper,” said Lisa Harris, social justice services manager for Alameda County Library, now in her fifth year working with ACYPL.

Syla Layne, a rising freshman at Chabot College and past participant in the competition, co-hosted the ceremony. “I’ve always been like a big helper around here, and [the organizers] were like, hey, do you want to emcee?” said Layne. “I wanted to help out.”

ACYPL and poetry is still a huge part of her life. “Everything [in my life] wasn’t consistent, but what was consistent were my words and how I was feeling,” she said. “I found my way back into poet-

ry and how it’s such a tool in escaping, feeling connected to different people.”

Out of about 75 student submissions, each consisting of three original poems, five finalists were selected—Anika Mangla, Anjanae Lewis, Mia Rosales, Krishita Kataria and Willow Perry—with Mangla from Fremont as ACYPL and Lewis from Dublin as the Vice ACYPL.

Mangla, a 17-year-old rising senior at Irvington High School, has had a successful run with her poetry this year— winning second place at YouthSpeaks finals, championing with the Bay Area slam team at Brave New Voices (worlds), and gearing up to publish her own poetry book, “Embersand Flame.”

“I Survived,” the original poem she performed at the award ceremony, covered the alienation of immigrants and recent ICE raids across the nation—an issue personal to Mangla and some audience members as well.

“I use a lot of my poetry as activism and protest,” said Mangla. “With

everything going on with immigration, and I feel like, especially the city that I live in, there’s not enough activism going on. So this is my way of doing that. I really connect a lot of stories I see on the news and with my own thoughts on the whole situation.”

Harris said she believes the use of poetry as activism is more important than ever.

“Right now, I think we’re at a time in this country where the most important voices that we have are the voices of young people, and however a young person chooses to express themselves is valid,” said Harris. “Poetry is [how] you’re raising your voice about everything that’s going on, that is going to affect your lives as you mature into adults in this kind of [messed up] world.”

Learn more about the Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate program at aclibrary.org/youth-poet/.

WORD WINNERS ACYPL finalists wait to present an original poem.

Olivia Ma

NEW HEIGHTS The award ceremony also had activities such as rock climbing, beanbag toss and free cold desserts from Mr. Softee trucks.

Olivia Ma

POETRY POWER A co-host performs his original piece at the ceremony.

Olivia Ma

‘Flora in Focus’ returns to Livermore Public Library for third year

● Reception will be held on Aug. 16; exhibit runs through Aug. 31

Submitted by Helene Roylance

The beloved flower-inspired exhibition, “Flora in Focus,” returns to the Livermore Public Library this August for its third consecutive year, celebrating the beauty of nature and the strength of artistic friendship. The show will be on display from Aug. 1 to 31.

A public Artist Reception will be held on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 2 to 4pm, where guests are invited to meet the artists, enjoy refreshments and enter a raffle featuring unique, art-inspired prizes.

Now in its third year, “Flora in Focus,” brings together a group of passionate Bay Area artists who share a love of floral subjects and a strong creative bond. Their friendship has been cultivated over years of painting together, inspir-

ing one another and exhibiting side by side. The exhibition features artwork in a wide range of media, including watercolor, acrylic, oil, gouache, colored pencil, glass, mixed media, ink and color and East Asian brush painting techniques.

This year’s featured artists include: Monique Makepeace, Wei-Ting Chuang, Charlotte Severin, Jenna Hobbs, Helene Roylance, Tejal Shah, Lynda Briggs, Peggy Kervin, Usha Shukla, Tuan Karsevar, Rekha Joshi, and Meghana Mitragotri.

The group is especially grateful to Allen McFarland of the Library Services Department, the Livermore Library staff, and the City of Livermore for their continued support and for providing a welcoming space where artists can share their work with the community.

For more information, contact Meghana Mitragotri at meghana.ms@ gmail.com / daintlymade.com.

‘Flora in Focus’

Aug. 1 - 31

Reception: Aug. 16, 2 - 4pm

Livermore Public Library 1188 South Livermore Ave., Livermore

BLOSSOMING BEAUTY Acrylic art captures the vivid color of the floral subject. ‘Beautiful Blossoms’ - Acrylic art by Rekha Joshi

Courtesy of Helene Roylance

BEE BUFFET In addition to artistic beauty, flowers are good for pollinators. ‘Sunflower’ - Watercolor art by Helene Roylance.

Courtesy of Helene Roylance

Festival of Globe puts on India Day Parade and Fair

● People gather for food, performances and community

Submitted by Ritu Maheshwari

Realizing the American dream, while honoring the strong roots and culture from the country of origin—this is the motto of 33rd Festival of Globe (FOG) India Day Parade and Fair 2025.

Organized by the Federation of Globe and Federation of Indo Americans of Northern California, this celebration of democracy coincides with India Independence Day. This year, FOG continues the celebrations and tradition

that has been part of Fremont culture for the past 33 years.

Thousands of people are expected to join the FOG India Day Parade and Fair. There will be cultural programs, a free wellness fair, food fest, kids’ activities and a grand parade with Bollywood celebrity Bhagyashree (of Maine Pyar Kiya movie fame) as grand marshal.

India Day Fair will showcase presentations in dance and music. This year, there are multiple categories of dance performances. Over 250 local dance groups will compete in classical, folk, Bollywood, contemporary, hip-hop and others. Each category winner will be awarded with a prize. Contestants will participate in their age groups, divided into 5 to 11 years old, 12 to 18 years old, and adults.

People can not only immerse them-

selves in the Indian culture but can also visit, eat and shop at over 100 booths. The fair will feature a variety of cuisines from different regions of India. North Indian, South Indian and savory snacks will be served by seven food trucks organized by restaurants and caterers in the Bay Area.

The FOG India Day Grand Parade is on Sunday, Aug. 17 at 11am. The best location to see the parade is at the cross section of Walnut Avenue and Paseo Padre Parkway.

The 100+ entries represent a wide cross section of the community, ranging from Indian regional cultural communities to Bay Area organizations.

Dr. Romesh Japra, founder and convener of FOG, said, “Over the past three decades, FOG has made great strides helping the Indian community realize their American dream and anchor in the Indian values.”

Aug. 16 - Sunday, Aug.

Mela / Fair: Aug. 16-17; 10am - 6pm

Health Fair: Aug. 16 10am - 2pm

Parade: Aug. 17; 11am - 1pm

Performances: Aug. 17, 1:30 - 3pm

Intersection of Walnut Ave. and Paseo Padre Pkwy.

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GLOBAL COMMUNITY Indian community organizations will represent at the parade.

Moments by Neha

PARADE DAY The parade will have 100+ entrants.

Moments by Neha

Hayward Summer Street Parties bring food, fun and community

● Don’t miss the final street party on Aug. 21

By Panashe Matemba-Mutasa

This summer, Hayward’s lively Summer Street Parties are heating up Thursday nights with great food, local vendors, live music and family-friendly activities. From tasty bites by neighborhood eateries to craft

drinks and entertainment, these gatherings are the perfect way to soak in the community spirit and enjoy warm evenings outdoors. Whether you’re craving street tacos, refreshing beverages or just good company, Hayward’s Summer Street Parties have something for everyone.

LOCAL CRAFTS Locals explore booths at a Hayward Downtown Street Party.

LOCAL BITES The street parties are a good way for locals to explore new bites and drinks.

BY GEORGIA NICOLS www.georgianicols.com.

All Signs: Monday is the strongest day of the week because Mercury turns direct, immediately cancelling out all those confusing retrograde vibes. It’s also the perfect day to make peace with anyone. More importantly, it’s a fantastic day to get projects off the ground because Saturn and Uranus are working in conjunction with each other. Uranus will reveal different avenues and new beginnings, while Saturn will guide things with a practical, steady hand. Following that, Tuesday is another lovely day for enthusiastic teamwork. Thursday night is social and romantic; and Friday is a star-struck, fun-loving day!

Aries the Ram (March 21-April 20):

Monday is the perfect day to make vacation plans, as well as social plans for this week or the future. Parents might explore educational opportunities for their kids. Ideas about the arts and the entertainment world are full of promise, especially if you act on Monday. Meanwhile, this is a lovely week to entertain at home. You can benefit from exploring real-estate opportunities. Monday is also the perfect day to patch up squabbles because your ruler Mars is opposite your sign right now, creating tension with partners and friends.

Taurus the Bull (April 21-May 20):

This is a positive week, especially with home and family. Whatever you’re trying to do at home, be it renovations or DIY projects—will move forward smoothly. In fact, Monday is the perfect day to start a new project, particularly something related to home and family. Nevertheless, no matter what you do, you’ll be gung-ho to work hard and give everything your best shot. Communications with siblings, relatives and neighbors will be warm and rewarding. Your positive outlook will even help you appreciate the beauty of your daily surroundings.

Gemini the Twins (May 21-June 20):

Monday is the perfect day to put something in motion, especially if you’re working with a friend or a group. Someone older or more experienced might guide you or give you advice. Meanwhile, you’ll be glad to hear that goofy mistakes, delays and transportation problems will reduce immediately. You will continue to

TRI-CITY STARGAZER

attract money to you, along with chances to boost your wealth and assets. Be patient with your kids because conflicts might arise. Physical romance will be lively and passionate. Basically, you feel playful this week.

Cancer the Crab (June 21-July 21):

This is a powerful week because the lovely dance between Saturn and Uranus (mentioned in All Signs above) will help you to achieve important goals. It might even help you change your life path. New and unusual pressures are bubbling beneath the surface. Fortunately, these urges won’t overtake your life. You will maintain control and be in charge of the direction that you want to go. Meanwhile, financial delays will soon be a thing of the past. Go out and shop for wardrobe treasures. Be patient with increased chaos at home.

Leo the Lion (July 22-August 22):

This week will be a welcome change because Mercury will no longer be retrograde in your sign. On Monday, you’ll feel an immediate transformation. Silly errors and delays will almost disappear. It’s important that Monday is a fantastic day to take action. It’s the perfect time to get projects off the ground. Explore opportunities in publishing, media, medicine, law and higher education. The entire week is a strong positive experience, especially because you will be an effective communicator. Great time for those in sales, marketing, teaching, acting and writing.

Virgo the Virgin (August 23-September 22):

You can look forward to a lovely week ahead where you’ll be happy to work alone or behind the scenes. Nevertheless, on Monday you have excellent opportunities to deal with financial negotiations. Issues related to loans, mortgages, and the wealth and resources of others can be shaped in a helpful way. Monday is an excellent time to sign contracts and begin anything that will have a long-term benefit. Meanwhile, despite your penchant to be low-key, this is still a popular time for you! Enjoy warm friendships with others, especially creative, artistic people.

Libra the Scales (September 23-October 22):

You’re popular this week! Enjoy schmoozing with others, especially younger people. This is a time of great activity in your life because you’re working hard to further your interests. Fortunately, with Mars in your sign, your physical energy is high and you’re keen to work. Meanwhile, lucky Jupiter and fair Venus are at the top of your chart making you look good to bosses, parents and VIPs. Partnerships are always important to you, and this week, the rare dance between Saturn and Uranus will help you to reshape a relationship.

Scorpio the Scorpion (October 23-November 21):

You look amazing to others because the Sun is at the top of your chart until

Thursday the 21st casting you in a flattering light. This happens only once a year, and is a blessing because it makes you appear super capable to everyone— even if you don’t do anything different. Use this to your advantage! Please note: Monday is the perfect day to act. Go after what you want. Whatever you initiate will have a long-term benefit. It’s a great day to begin something new, especially related to your health or your job.

Sagittarius the Archer (November 22-December 21):

This is a powerful week for those in publishing, media, medicine, law or higher education. The reason for this is there is a double whammy happening this week that can benefit you in these areas. New jobs, new ideas, creative new approaches, especially in the arts and the entertainment world, can suddenly come together. Monday is a great day to make your pitch or sign contracts or explore opportunities relating to entertaining or teaching kids. Meanwhile, resources from others—including money— continue to come your way.

Capricorn the Goat (December 22-January 19):

This will be a productive week for you because you’re ambitious to achieve, and motivation is everything. (Especially if you identify with the project you’re doing.) Delays and confusion about getting practical and financial help from other sources will be over. Now, it’s all systems go! Monday is an excellent day to sign contracts. Relations with partners— professional and personal—couldn’t be better. Your desire to solidify something at home, or with real estate, or with your family, can now come together because of a new approach. The key is to be open-minded.

Aquarius the Water Bearer (January 20-February 18):

The week ahead is positive in many respects; nevertheless, you will still need more sleep because the Sun is opposite your sign. Fortunately, Mercury (which is also opposite your sign) is no longer retrograde, which means many issues related to ex-partners are resolved. You can improve your work space. Coworkers will be helpful. (And yes, a work-related romance might still be a thrilling possibility.) But the main thing will be a change in your everyday surroundings. Something drastic and different will also settle into something familiar and doable.

Pisces the Fish (February 19-March 20):

This week, you’ll be able to work and accomplish more than you think possible. Things will fall in place for you because Mercury is no longer retrograde creating goofy errors and delays. Whatever you want will start to unfold smoothly. Monday is the perfect day to set things in action. You’ll find that something to do with cash flow (or possessions) can be resolved in an innovative, unexpected way. Meanwhile, grab every opportunity to socialize. Romance is promising.

Bicycle tour takes on history of Decoto

● Local historian discusses old buildings in Union City neighborhood

Submitted by Washington Township Museum of Local History

On Saturday, Aug. 16, local historian Tim Swenson will lead a bicycle tour of Decoto. The tour will weave through the Decoto neighborhood in Union City, with stops to discuss a number of older buildings.

Attendees should meet at 10am in the parking lot of Dry Creek/Pioneer Regional Park, located at the end of May Road (near Whipple and Mission Boulevard). The tour duration will be about 1.5 hours and will cover about four miles. There is a downloadable/printable tour booklet available on the museum website at museumoflocalhistory.org under “Plan Your Visit” then “General & Walking Tours.”

Tours are free, but a suggested donation is $5 per person or $10 per family.

Questions? Call 510.623.7907 or email info@museumoflocalhistory.org

Decoto Bike Tour

Saturday, Aug. 16

10am

Dry Creek/Pioneer Regional Park End of May Road

510.623.7907

info@museumoflocalhistory.org

LOCAL SCENES The bike tour will take about 1.5 hours and cover four miles.

Courtesy of Washington Township Museum of Local History

Writers get silly at Fremont area write-in

● Prompts focus on mangled sayings or made-up words

Submitted by Tish Davidson

Writing can be serious business—profound metaphors and deep ideas. But it doesn’t have to be. Fremont Area Writers (FAW) invite newcomers to let their silly side shine at the free Zoom social write-in on Aug. 16. Try channeling the poetry of Edward Lear or the songs of Tom Lehrer by writing absurd ditties or prose based on prompts using mangled sayings and made up words.

There is no judgment in this event, only the freedom to be let loose and be creative.

How the write-in works:

At the write-in, the computer randomly assigns four writers to each Zoom room. Writers are given several prompt options and write whatever comes to mind for 10 minutes. Each person will then read their response to the chosen prompt.

There is no expectation that the result will be polished or complete. Time to chat with fellow writers follows the readings. Writers are then reassigned to a new Zoom room with different people and a different writing challenge.

Fremont Area Writers is one of 21 branches of the California Writers Club. In addition to the Write-In, FAW meets on Zoom the fourth Saturday of each month to hear a speaker discuss writing or publishing.

The speaker for the Aug. 23 meeting is mystery writer Jane Cleland who will speak on how to beat the bots using science-based creativity techniques to create compelling stories that resonate with emotional truth in ways that AI can’t match.

Zoom meetings are free; it’s not necessary to live in Fremont to attend. cwc-fremontareawriters.org.

For either event, request Zoom link from Scott Davidson scottfrombayside@yahoo.com

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Franco is going to invest some of his profit into another business, put some of it into a

If you were Franco, which candy would you buy with the dollar? Be sure to spend exactly one

Look through the newspaper to find examples of things people NEED to survive. Then find examples of things you WANT but don’t need. Cut them out and glue them onto a poster showing Needs and Wants

Work with a partner at home to complete the following dandy Dollars and Cents Challenges!

Name:

Name of Learning Buddy:

1. Look through the newspaper for five or more numbers that represent money. Cut these out and glue them on the box below in order from smallest to largest:

2. Give each letter of the alphabet a money value starting with A = 1¢, B = 2¢, C = 3¢. Continue until you get to Z, which equals 26¢. Using these letter values, add up the “value” of each word in the headlines on the front page of the newspaper.

Which word is the “most expensive?” Cut it out and glue it here:

Word Value: $____________________________

Which is the “least expensive”? Cut it out and glue it here:

Word Value: $____________________________

3. Look at the sports news. Find and circle ten or more numbers. Calculate the sum and the average of these numbers.

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Business Map

Cut out the names and addresses of 10 businesses from today’s newspaper. Locate and label those businesses on a community map. Discuss how the location of a business helps or hurts its ability to make money.

Standards Link: Social Science: Students demonstrate basic economic reasoning skills.

Grow Money

How could you turn one dollar into ten dollars or more?

Franco’s friends, Sara and Andrew, had some ideas on what he should do.

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ACTIVITIES&EVENTS

WED AUG. 13

Meals That Matter: When you enjoy a meal out, a portion of your bill helps local seniors stay nourished, safe, and connected. The Habit Burger Grill, 43830 Pacific Commons Blvd., Fremont, 4-9pm, Free. spectrumcs.app.neoncrm.com.

Test Drive a Sewing Machine (age 15+): Take the first step in learning how to use a sewing machine by “driving” the needle along lines printed on paper. Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, 4-5:30pm, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.745.1515, 510.745.1400.

THU AUG. 14

Billy Roy’s Burger Co Summer Game Night | Ages 21 and up: Get ready to unleash your competitive side and show off your gaming skills at Billy Roy’s Burger Summer Game Night - it’s all fun and games! Billy Roy’s Burger Co, 3909 Thornton Avenue. Fremont, 6-8pm, eventbrite.com,

Latin Dance Thursdays Salsa & Bachata Lessons: ¡Ven a bailar salsa y bachata los jueves cada quince días con clases y fiesta incluidas! Bistro 880, 39900 Balentine Drive. Fremont, 7-10pm, eventbrite.com.

Legal and Health Insights: Learn how to reduce your risk of heart disease and build a happier heart. Hayward Public Library, 27300 Patrick Avenue. Hayward, 2-4pm, hayward.librarycalendar.com.

Walk-Up Library at Age Well: Get a free library card and browse our carts of library materials. You may also order items in advance. Age Well Center at South Fremont, 47111 Mission Falls Court. 10-11:30am, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.745.1477.

FRI AUG. 15

Fremont Get Fired Up: Angry Chickz Is Opening: Angry Chickz is bringing the heat to Fremont! Be one of the first to experience the newest location opening. Angry Chickz, 39350 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont, 11am-11pm Free. angrychickz.com, 818.578.4394.

SAT AUG. 16

25th Year Gala Celebrations: Guests can look forward to an exciting afternoon filled with interactive games and creative activities, from Dance Trivia and Adavu Freeze to beautiful mehendi, tattoos, and a lively dance-themed photo booth. Oasis Palace, Newark, 35145 Newark Blvd, Newark, CA 94560,

United States. 11am-3pm $20-$40. vishwashanthi.com.

Boots, Blunts and BINGO: Wear your cowboy boots and ladies bring your fans, bring you blunts to blaze, and get ready to yell BINGO! It’s going to be a wild time filled with good vibes, great food and nonstop entertainment. 31162 San Clemente Street. Hayward, 2-7pm, eventbrite.com.

ExPosure Event: Keep Youth Safe and Stop Bullies: keep youth safe and put an end to bullying in our community! Wally Pond Irvington Community Center, 41885 Blacow Road. Fremont, 2-6pm, eventbrite.com.

FOL “Funny Out Loud” Comedy Fest!: New Wave Comedy Presents FOL. The ultimate comedy and culture experience. It’s an all out all inclusive night of fun! The Chabot, 2853 Castro Valley Boulevard. Castro Valley, 7-11pm, eventbrite.com.

Hayward Farmers: The Hayward Market features over 35 farmers, food purveyors and artisans selling. Hayward Farmers Market, 777 B St. 9am-1pm hayward.librarycalendar.com.

Plant & Cuttings Swap: Bring house plant cuttings, extra plants or seed starts, succulents, bulbs, or tubers to share and swap with other gardeners in our community. Union City Library,

34007 Alvarado-Niles Road. Union City, 2-3pm, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.745.1464.

Self-Healing Series: Full Body Acupressure Workshop: Release tension all over the body, such as the neck, upper and lower back, abdomen and legs. Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi, 39360 Fremont Boulevard. Fremont, 12:40-3pm, eventbrite.com.

Teen Writing Workshop: Everyone is welcome, from hobby scribblers to longtime aspiring authors. This group is for teens only. 37055 Newark Blvd. Newark, 10am-12pm, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.284.0675.

TIRANGA NIGHT: Get ready for a night full of patriotic spirit, music, and dance at TIRANGA NIGHT - celebrating our love for the tricolor flag! Florence Bar, 37349 Niles Boulevard. Fremont, 10pm-1:30am, eventbrite.com.

Decoto Bike Tour: Weave through the neighborhood with historian Tim Swenson to learn about Union City’s historical buildings. Dry Creek/Pioneer Regional Park, Union City, 10am, 510.623.7907, info@museumoflocalhistory.org.

SUN AUG. 17

Save The Bay Speaking on Flood Risk: Allison Chan, Political Director at Save The Bay will be speaking about flood risk in the Bay Area and our government’s response. Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Avenue. Castro Valley, 2:30-4pm, Free. aclibrary.org, 510.667.7900.

TUE AUG. 19

Mentoring Information Session: Join us for a fun virtual information session with Be A Mentor for those interested in mentoring in-person in the East Bay. Be A Mentor, 5:30-6:30pm, Free. us02web.zoom.us.

Taller de Arte Para Niños / Art Workshop for Kids: Los niños aprenderán nuevos proyectos y técnicas artísticas cada semana, con un énfasis en el proceso creativo. Cherryland, 278 Hampton Road. Hayward, 4:30-5:30pm, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.626.8522.

PEDAL ON The Decoto Bike Tour takes participants through Union City to learn about historic buildings.

Courtesy of Washington Township Museum of Local History

Bus Museum picks up passengers at open house

● Summer event invites transit enthusiasts to experience bus history

Submitted by Tom Baker

On Sunday, Aug. 17 the Pacific Bus Museum in Fremont will open its doors for a special open house, with additional buses parked for the day, a flea market of bus memorabilia and bus related merchandise, a BBQ luncheon and raffles.

The open house will be held at the Museum at 37974 Shinn St. in Fremont. Admission is free. In addition to the museum’s operational bus fleet as well as some visiting buses on display. Attendees can see buses up close and experience the glory and magnificence of these machines, plus learn how to be a vital part of ensuring that they are not lost to time. Members and guests of the museum are encouraged to bring buses to display and should plan to arrive at the bus yard starting at 9am the day of the event to allow adequate time for parking each bus.

Beginning shortly after 11am, the BBQ will be serving your choice of a hamburger or cheeseburger, or BBQ chicken breast, macaroni, potato and green salads, water or soda and dessert. The cost for the BBQ is $17 for adults and $10 for children 10 and under.

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Raffles will be held after the BBQ and tickets for each of the raffles will go on sale at 11am.

All proceeds from this event go to the Pacific Bus Museum, a tax-exempt, community benefit organization registered in the state of California.

Additional information is available on the museum’s website at: pacbus.org or on the museum’s facebook page at: facebook.com/ PacificBusMuseum. Please direct any questions to info@pacbus.org

Pacific Bus Museum

Open House

Sunday, Aug. 17

11am - 3pm

Pacific Bus Museum

37974 Shinn St., Fremont

pacbus.org/annual-pbm-open-house/

ALL ABOARD Museum members and guests are invited to tour a variety of buses.

Courtesy of Pacific Bus Museum

Relay for Life and Luminaria illuminates 40-year fight to find cure to cancer

● Free event takes place at Newark Community Center Park

Submitted by Cathy Norvell

In mid-August, over 100 people will lace up their sneakers and walk hundreds of miles to help fight cancer. They are fighting to make a difference.

In 1982, Dr. Gordy Klapp walked for 24 hours straight and “Relay For Life” was born. Dr. Klapp had a vision to bring awareness to everyone and now we continue that fight. The American Cancer

Society has made this their signature event and it has grown nationwide, with more than 6,000 communities and 35 countries on six continents.

This year, Relay for Life is celebrating 40 years of fighting to make a difference.

Everyone is welcome to join in walking for this cause. Athletes and non-athletes join teams representing clubs, corporations, organizations, government agencies, neighborhoods and families at this fun, community-oriented event.

Money raised helps support American Cancer Society programs in research, education, advocacy and services—locally, statewide and nationally. In 2024, the relay (with just vol-

unteers) raised over $68 million in the U.S. alone.

Cancer survivors from around the community are invited to take a victory lap and be cheered on by fellow participants. This is a true celebration of their courageous battle.

The evening concludes with a Luminaria, a candlelight (battery powered) ceremony paying tribute to those who have been affected by cancer.

Luminarias are purchased in honor of those who have survived their battle with cancer, for those still fighting and in memory of those who have courageously battled this disease but lost. The Luminarias represent the healing power of the

community and the importance of funding to find a cure.

Relay For Life will be Aug. 16 at Newark Community Center Park and is free for everyone to join in the walk, visit booths and see how to help in the fight against cancer.

Visit relayforlife.org/eastbayca to learn more about this and other relays. People can choose the “Join this Relay” or register their own teams.

Relay For Life

Saturday, Aug. 16

10am - 10pm

Newark Community Center Park

Cedar Blvd., Newark

VICTORY LAP Cancer survivors will take a victory lap while being cheered on by their fellow participants.

Courtesy of Cathy Norvell

TAKING STEPS Community members, family members and cancer survivors will walk to raise awareness.

Courtesy of Cathy Norvell

LIGHT OF HOPE Luminarias honor those currently fighting cancer, survivors and those who have passed away.

Courtesy of Cathy Norvell

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February 21, 1941 – July 23, 2025

Judith “Judy” Ann Nieberg, a beloved resident of Fremont, CA for 55 years, passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on July 23, 2025.

Born on February 21, 1941, in Yuma, Arizona to Wilma and Millard Hanna, she was a cherished wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a woman of strong character who moved through life focused keenly on family and friends. As a young girl, she was quite the athlete and found herself playing sports with the boys when it wasn’t very common at the time. She also found a passion for dancing in the fabulous 50’s with those awesome skirts.

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Resident of Newark

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Revelina Binwag

Resident of Newark

March 20, 1954 – May 23, 2024

Resident of Fremont

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Evangelina P. Jamena

Resident of Newark

December 5, 1947 – August 5, 2025

Martin Hernandez

Hargindar Gidda

Resident of San Lorenzo

Resident of Hayward

August 24, 1955 – August 3, 2025

January 12, 1968 – May 23, 2024

She attended Campbell High School and fell in love at a very young age. She met a cute guy named Don Huffman at a local gas station and the sparks flew. Judy married Don just after high school and started a family soon afterwards. At the age of 20, she had a baby boy named Ron and 3.5 years later had a baby girl named Brenda Leanne. The family ended up buying a house in Fremont in 1970. Judy was completely focused on raising a family in this cute neighborhood that included block parties. As time went on, Don and Judy ended up getting a divorce in 1975.

January 12, 1968 – May 23, 2024

Krishnakumar Nambi

September 19, 1947 – August 4, 2025

Jing Li Yu

Christine Valdez

Resident of Fremont

Jing Li Yu

Resident of Fremont

January 30, 1972 – August 3, 2025

Arthur Arce Cervantes

January 21, 1961 – May 14, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Newark

September 20, 1950 – August 3, 2025

Resident of Berkley

Jeannette Frary

May 17, 1959 – August 3, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Helen Gomes

As a single mom, Judy jumped into high gear to earn a living. She helped open up Ohlone College in Fremont which led her to a job at the Nummi GM plant as an HR representative. In addition to supporting employees, she found incredible joy in helping college kids at the GM Institute (GMI).

Jeannette Frary

Resident of Fremont

July 5, 1941 – May 22, 2024

Resident of Pleasanton

July 5, 1941 – May 22, 2024

December 12, 1930 – August 1, 2025

Building on her love for dancing, Judy joined a square dancing group that changed her life. A tall good looking guy named Ken Nieberg asked her to dance which led to a loving 48 year marriage. This was an incredible life with a strong family focus and lots of traveling due to Ken’s job at United Airlines. Judy later joined Varian as an HR representative and then onto Sun Microsystems where she retired.

Kumar Banerjea

Lillian Valentin

Virgilio P. Colmenero

Resident of Livermore

Lillian Valentin

Uma Parasuraman

Resident of Mt. View

Kumar Banerjea

October 23, 1943 – August 2, 2025

Resident of Fremont

July 31,1930 – May 22, 2024

Resident of Mt. View

Allan Porter

February 27, 1962 – May 11, 2024

Resident of Fremont

May 3, 1943 – July 31, 2025

July 31,1930 – May 22, 2024

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

November 29, 1965 – July 31, 2025

February 27, 1962 – May 11, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Maria C. Amaral

Resident of Newark

Basavaraj Mulaveesala

Resident of Fremont

February 15, 1964 – July 29, 2025

May 21, 1943 – July 26, 2025

Carlos Perez De Leon

Ruth Ferretti Fonseca

Resident of Fremont

Judy volunteered frequently during her life including being the Secretary for the Alameda County Special Olympics, on the Ohlone College Supervision Advisory committee, on the Fremont and Newark School District Business advisory Committees and a member of the California Cooperative Education Association.

Needless to say, Judy was over the top excited to be a Grandma. She thoroughly enjoyed numerous family gatherings over the years. You could always find Judy and Ken at the soccer and softball/baseball fields watching their grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Ruth Ferretti Fonseca

Resident of Fremont

Carlos Perez De Leon

Jess Coria

Resident of Union City

Resident of Fremont

Manisha Mahajan

August 15, 1952 – May 21, 2024

Resident of Folsom

August 15, 1952 – May 21, 2024

Judy was a strong, driven, intelligent person who always put family first. She was an avid poker player with family and even ventured into the Reno poker rooms. She had an incredible time Square dancing with Ken and friends for over 40 years. Judy also cherished all her friendships she developed over the years.

Resident of Union City

October 27, 1953 – July 25, 2025

November 4, 1933 – May 11, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Betty Chan

Resident of Fremont

November 4, 1933 – May 11, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

July 28, 1963 – July 25, 2025

May 21, 1971 – July 29, 2025

Saroj Verma

Basavaraj Mulaveesala

Resident of India

Resident of Fremont

Saroj Verma

Rogerio Vieira

John P. Duarte

Resident of Fremont

February 15, 1964 – July 29, 2025

September 3, 1938 – May 21, 2024

Resident of India

She is survived by her husband, Ken; brother, Frank and his wife Karen; son, Ron and his wife Joan; daughter, Leanne and her husband Paul; step daughter, Deanna; grandson, Anthony; granddaughters: Valerie, Reena, Allison, Adrianna, Tamara, Morgan, and Devan; great-grandsons: Nate, William, Harry, and great granddaughters Cora, Donna, and Summer; nieces, Christine and Anneliese; nephews, Matt and Jeremy; and fellow grandmas, Salwa and Alice.

November 16, 1970 – July 22, 2025

John P. Duarte

September 3, 1938 – May 21, 2024

Annapurna Dasu

In lieu of flowers, please honor Judy’s love of animals by directing a donation to your local Humane Society.

Derrick Ben McCullough, Jr.

Resident of Fremont

April 7, 1945 – May 6, 2024

Resident of Discovery Bay

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

September 7, 1980 – July 17, 2025

Ercilia V. Collazo

April 7, 1945 – May 6, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Newark

Cesar A. Silva

August 24, 1934 – July 18, 2025

Resident of Los Altos

Annette Fagundes

August 29, 1931 – July 29, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Annette Fagundes

Eugene Snow

April 4, 1951 – May 20, 2024

Resident of Fremont

April 4, 1951 – May 20, 2024

GAIL ANN CHURILLO

Suk Cha Choe

Resident of Hayward

February 12, 1956 – July 28, 2025

Resident of Hayward

Cesar A. Silva

August 7, 1956 – May 6, 2024

Govinda Rao Degala

Thomas R. Handley, 72, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Kaiser Permanente Fremont Hospital, in Fremont, California, surrounded by his family. Tom was born on March 17, 1952 in Muncie, Indiana, to the late George (“Dick”) and the late Miriam (Cooper) Handley. He grew up in Selma, Indiana, attended Culver Military Academy and graduated in 1970 from Muncie Central High School. Later he received his bachelor’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University and his master’s degree from the University of Phoenix.

California and travels, especially He thrived on he was elected Directors of the District where 20 years; he also Board of the and at the time its Vice-President; long-standing Rotary Club the Elks and Club. Tom was many and a mentor of young people. He is survived Cheryl Handley his nephew, Reza mavar, his nieces Roxanna Handley-Namavar. (husband, Shamim grand-nephew and his stepson He is also survived close friends. Celebration will be held at Fremont, California Muncie, Indiana.

September 21, 1947 – July 21, 2025

Resident of Hayward

Bhuvaneshwar Pagadala

Resident of India

March 28, 1958 – July 27, 2025

Stewart R. James

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Fremont

August 7, 1956 – May 6, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

December 6, 1944 – July 19, 2025

Resident of Manteca

February 1, 1958 – May 17, 2024

Govinda Rao Degala

January 24, 1974 – July 27, 2025

Resident of India

GThomas R. Handley, 72, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Kaiser Permanente Fremont Hospital, in Fremont, California, surrounded by his family. Tom was born on March 17, 1952 in Muncie, Indiana, to the late George (“Dick”) and the late Miriam (Cooper) Handley. He grew up in Selma, Indiana, attended Culver Military Academy and graduated in 1970 from Muncie Central High School. Later he received his bachelor’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University and his master’s degree from the University of Phoenix.

Estrellita T. Garcia

Mike C. Morrison

Resident of Fremont

Gail Churillo

February 1, 1958 – May 17, 2024

Resident of Fremont

Ngoc Nguyen

Estrellita T. Garcia

March 20, 1967 – July 13, 2025

March 28,1958 – July 27, 2025

Resident of Cupertino

Jeffery Price Mulcahy

December 8, 1944 – May 5, 2024

Ngoc Nguyen

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Union City

March 7, 1946 – July 12,2025

Gerald Bautista Esteban

December 8, 1944 – May 5, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

November 16, 1936 – May 17, 2024

Ernest Latta Jr.

Resident of Hayward

Resident of Cupertino

March 12, 1964 – July 26, 2025

November 16, 1936 – May 17, 2024

Andres Millan Ylarde

Resident of Fairfield

July 1, 1966 - July 11, 2025

Victor Palmberg Sr.

Resident of Fremont

Olivia Trejo Uribe

Resident of Fremont

Lisa Latta

Resident of Manteca

February 4, 1926 – May 4, 2024

Andres Millan Ylarde

March 2, 1931 - July 11, 2025

Resident of Hayward

October 13, 1926 – May 16, 2024

Victor Palmberg Sr.

April 7, 1966 – July 26, 2025

Resident of Fremont

ail Ann Churillo, 67, passed away peacefully in her sleep in Fremont, CA on July 27, 2025. Gail was born in San Jose, CA on March 28, 1958 to Harry and Prebble Hendry. She is preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Jon and Jim; her husband, Dave; and her cat, Cookie. She is survived by her three siblings: Diana Claussen, Bruce Hendry, Donna Thompson; and her many beloved nephews and nieces.

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Herbert Hirneiss

Resident of Fremont

September 2, 1935 - July 8, 2025

February 4, 1926 – May 4, 2024 Fremont Memorial Chapel

Carla Lee Miller

Michael Paul Jones

Jeanne Wright

Resident of Fremont

Thomas Handley

October 13, 1926 – May 16, 2024

June 18, 1942 – July 25, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Newark

Resident of Fremont

February 27, 1978 – July 8, 2025

March 17, 1952 – May 16, 2024

Jerry Shell

Thomas Handley

For a number of years, Tom worked in the family business, Peoples Studio and Photo Center in Muncie, where he became a skilled photographer and manager of the photo finishing plant. In 1990 he moved to Fremont, California where he worked as a production manager, first for Fuji Film and then for Oatey plumbing products, and later became a realtor for Intero Realty in Fremont.

Gail was known for being an extremely kind, thoughtful and loving person. After graduating from San Jose State University, she worked for and retired from AT&T as a Product Manager. She loved to teach children’s Bible classes at her local church of Christ, and loved to travel. She made so many special memories in Santa Cruz, and she was an avid San Francisco Giants fan. Her legacy is one of perseverance, unconditional love for God and others, a cheerful heart and unwavering support for all those she cared about. Her warm and selfless heart will be greatly missed.

Tom’s ashes will Cemetery in Memorial be made to the Tumor Association www.abta.org Bay Philharmonic www.bayphil.org.

Berge, Pappas, of the Angels, Cremations, in California, are arrangements. condolences and Tom may be www.bpschapel.com.

Lucy M. Garcia

September 11, 1971 – May 1, 2024

Carla Lee Miller

Resident of Oakland

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Hayward

Resident of Newark

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

May 12, 1930 – July 6, 2025

September 11, 1971 – May 1, 2024

June 23, 1936 – July 23, 2025

Yvonne Bemore

March 17, 1952 – May 16, 2024

Resident of Rodeo

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at the Joan Pisani Community Center, 19655 Allendale Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Pero “Pete” Bagoje

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Fremont

May 1, 1943 – April 28, 2024

Pero “Pete” Bagoje

Yvonne Bemore

June 20, 1957 – May 16, 2024

Resident of Rodeo

Jose Silva

Tom was an avid scuba diver and underwater photographer, skills he learned in the gravel pits of Muncie, Indiana, and later taught and practiced in

Tom was an avid scuba diver and underwater photographer, skills he learned in the gravel

California travels, He thrived he was Directors District 20 years; Board and at its Vice-President; long-standing Rotary the Elks Club. many of young He Cheryl his nephew, mavar, Roxanna (husband, grand-nephew and his He is close Celebration will be Fremont, Muncie, Tom’s Cemetery Memorial be made Tumor www.abta.org Bay Philharmonic www.bayphil.org. Berge, of the Cremations, California, arrangements. condolences Tom may www.bpschapel.com.

Berge-Pappas-Smith

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 25CV131534

Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA

Petition of: SEONGHOON JEONG AND MIYOUNG KWON for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner SEONGHOON JEONG AND MIYOUNG KWON filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

YOONSUH JEONG to YOONSUH MICHAEL JEONG

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:

Date: OCTOBER 03, 2025, Time: 9:00AM, Dept.: 514, Room: -The address of the court is 24405 AMADOR ST., HAYWARD, CA 94544 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To find your court’s website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm.)

A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: WHATS HAPPENING TRI CITY

Date: JULY 18, 2025

THOMAS J. NIXON

Judge of the Superior Court

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 25CV133430 Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA Petition of: HARSHIL MAYUR GANDHI AND DHWANI

NILESH PAREKH for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner HARSHIL MAYUR GANDHI AND DHWANI NILESH PAREKH filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

SHANAYA PAREKH GANDHI to SHANAYA GANDHI PAREKH

Notice of Hearing:

Date: 10/03/2025, Time: 9:00AM, Dept.: 514, Room: -The address of the court is 24405 AMADOR ST., HAYWARD, CA 94544

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To find your court’s website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm.)

Date: JULY 31, 2025

THOMAS J. NIXON

Judge of the Superior Court

8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2/25

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 25CV129697

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Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA

Petition of: XIAOJIE ZHANG for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

Petitioner XIAOJIE ZHANG filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

HAORAN WANG to JONATHAN XIANG ZHANG

Notice of Hearing:

Date: 09/19/2025, Time: 9:00AM, Dept.: 514, Room: -The address of the court is 24405 AMADOR ST., HAYWARD, CA 94544

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court’s website. To find your court’s website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm.)

Date: JULY 09, 2025

THOMAS J. NIXON

Judge of the Superior Court

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PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLI C NOTICES

Registrant(s): MENGXUE XU, 24195 AMARANTH LOOP, HAYWARD, CA 94541 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 616541

Fictitious Business Name(s):

C.L. ENTERPRISE, 23008 SAKLAN RD, HAYWARD, CA

94545 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

CASSANDRA LACY, 23008 SAKLAN RD, HAYWARD, CA

94545 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 12/11/2000.

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].)

S/ CASSANDRA LACY

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 07/31/2025.

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 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). 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616464

Fictitious Business Name(s):

GENTLE HEALING SPACE, 39812 MISSION BLVD. #106, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

GENTLE HEALING TRAUMA PSYCHOTHERAPY, 39812

MISSION BLVD #106, FREMONT, CA 94539 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 7/10/2025. 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].)

S/NANCI H KIM

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 28 2025.

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).

8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 616569

Fictitious Business Name(s): WONDERLAND SMOKE SHOP, 40900 FREMONT BLVD #A, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): AKRAM ALGHITHI, 40900 FREMONT BLVD #A, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Business conducted by: AN IDNIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 07/01/2025.

S/ AKRAM ALGHITHI This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on [FileDate].

CNS-3955800#

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. 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].)

S/ MENGXUE XU

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 07/31/2025.

8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616419

Fictitious Business Name(s): KAPOW, 34571 ALVARADO-NILES RD., UNION CITY, CA 94587 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): KHAMOO LLC,4068 TWIN PEAKS TERR., FREMONT, CA 94538 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

S/ITSARA KHAJHONSAKCHUTIKUL, MANAGER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 24, 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616432

Fictitious Business Name(s): SHILPIWITHBLLUEWINGS WELLNESS, 4457 RICHMOND AVE., FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): SHILPI JAIN, 4457 RICHMOND AVE., FREMONT, CA 94536

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ SHILPI JAIN

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 25, 2025.

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 615887

Fictitious Business Name(s): AKZ PUBLISHING HOUSE, 3514 BIRCHWOOD TERRACE #203, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): AESTHETIC KINGZ LLC, 3514 BIRCHWOOD TERRACE #203, FREMONT, CA 94536 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

Public Notices Deadline: Noon Wednesday

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 7, 2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616223

Fictitious Business Name(s): HOMEOPATHIC HEALING, 39737 PASEO PADRE PKWY STE A4, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Mailing Address: 5664 CAMASS CT, NEWARK, CA 94560 Registrant(s): VIJAY VAISHNAV , 39737 PASEO PADRE PKWY STE A4, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA DAXA VAISHNAV , 39737 PASEO PADRE PKWY STE A4, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Business conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 07/01/2025. 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].)

S/ VIJAY VAISHNAV

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 07/17/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616393

Fictitious Business Name(s): RAINBOW WORLD WELLNESS, 2000 WALNUT AVE APT R105, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): RUSCH GAYLE, 2000 WALNUT AVE APT R105, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ GAYLE RUSCH

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on [FileDate].

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616421

Fictitious Business Name(s): AUTOPIA GLASS, 38950 BLACOW ROAD, SUITE E, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): FARM FRESH HALAL, 38950 BLACOW ROAD, SUITE E, FREMONT, CA 94536 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

S/SYED NIAZ AHMAD

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 616563

Fictitious Business Name(s): XULUTIONTECH, 24195 AMARANTH LOOP, HAYWARD, CA 94541 County of ALAMEDA

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 7/7/2025. 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].)

S/ NAZIR SAHEED, OWNER / FOUNDER / CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 24, 2025.

filed before the expiration.

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 616415

Fictitious Business Name(s):

VRINDHAABHARANA, 4989 MALTOS DR., FREMONT, CA 94536 COUNTY OF ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

SAKTHI SARANYA NATARAJAN, 4989 MALTOS DR, FREMONT, CA 94536

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 7/24/2025.

S/SAKTHI SARANTA NATARAJAN

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 24, 2025.

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 616461

Fictitious Business Name(s):

PHO & GRILL, 24020 HESPERIAN BLVD, HAYWARD, CA

94545 COUNTY OF ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 1844 OSAGE AVE., HAYWARD, CA 94545

Registrant(s):

PHO & GRILL, 24020 HESPERIAN BLVD., HAYWARD, CA 94545 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/DIEP HUYNH

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 28 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 615729

Fictitious Business Name(s): D & CO., 41530 CHADBOURNE DRIVE, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): GUOHONG DONG, 41530 CHADBOURNE DRIVE, FREMONT, CA 94539

Business conducted by: an Individual

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ GUOHONG DONG, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 06/27/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 616089

Fictitious Business Name(s):

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SHORTY’S SMOG, 967 H STREET, UNION CITY, CA 94587

COUNTY OF ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

SOPHIA PALOMA ESCUTIA, 967 H STREET, UNION CITY, CA 94587

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/SOPHIA PALOMA ESCUTIA

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 14, 2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616370

Fictitious Business Name(s):

SF BAY RIDES, 17579 WICKMAN PL., SAN LORENZO, CA 94580 COUNTY OF ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

SF BAY FREIGHTLINES INC, 17579 WICKMAN PL., SAN LORENZO, CA 94580 (CA)

Business conducted by:A CORPORATION

S/JASHANDEEP SINGH, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 23, 2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 616293

Fictitious Business Name(s):

A-1 RECYCLING, 37389 3RD ST., FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA Mailing Address: PO BOX #1785, UNION CITY, CA 94587

Registrant(s):

A-1 RECYCLING & WASTE REDUCTION INC, 37389 3RD ST., FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on JAN 2004.

S/ TINA HOBBS

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on [FileDate].

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616197

Fictitious Business Name(s): BRICKHOUSE, 581 5TH ST., OAKLAND, CA 94607 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): PURSEFIRST ENTERPRISES LLC, 2848 PARKER AVE., OAKLAND, CA 94605 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

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].)

SIGNATURE: JEROME FRANKLIN

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on [JULY 16, 2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 615953

Fictitious Business Name(s):

STURDY ROOTS, 4555 WHEELER DR, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): MORSE CARLA, 4555 WHEELER DR, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

X/ CARLA MORSE

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on [FileDate].

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 615288

Fictitious Business Name(s): CURUS TRAVEL + CURUS PROPERTY + IMAN ZIA, 1311 PARK ST. #760, ALAMEDA, CA 94501 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): IMAN BEARDE, 1311 PARK ST. #760, ALAMEDA, CA 94501

Business conducted by: an Individual

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/19/2024. 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].)

S/ IMAN BEARDE,

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 06/11/2025.

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other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 615825

Fictitious Business Name(s): SUNMOOL, 3527 GILMAN COMMON, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): GLASS-CHOI HANA, 3527 GILMAN COMMON, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

X/ HANA GLASS-CHOI

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on [FileDate].

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616119

Fictitious Business Name(s): AI TECHS INC., 2450 PERALTA BLVD. STE. 107, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): GHK TECHNOLOGIES INC., 2450 PERALTA BLVD. STE 107, FREMONT, CA 94536 (CALIFORNIA) Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

GURMUKH NIHAL SINGH, PRESIDENT & CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JULY 14, 2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 615892

Fictitious Business Name(s):

HELEN’S FASHION, 30955 CEDAR BLVD STE 126, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

HELEN’S FASHION LLC, 30955 CEDAR BLVD STE 126, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/27/2019. 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].)

X/ YU SHAN TSENG

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on [FileDate].

Sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing Services at 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg. B, Fremont, California, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on August 28, 2025, at which date, time and place the bids will be opened publicly and the dollar amounts of each bid will be read aloud. The bids will be opened by Purchasing and the initiating department representative. Development Center Boiler Replacement Project PWC 9016

A BIDDERS’ CONFERENCE: A bidders’ conference will be held on August 15, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., at the following location: City of Fremont Development Center, 39550 Liberty Street, to acquaint all prospective bidders with the Contract Documents and the Worksite. The bidders’ conference is mandatory. A bidder who fails to attend a mandatory bidders’ conference may be disqualified from bidding. Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a nonrefundable fee at ARC San Jose located at 2070 Ringwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95131 via Phone(408) 295-5770 oremail: sanjose@e-arc.com or through Planwellat www.earc.com/location/santa-clara . Please reference BID #26007. No partial sets will be issued,cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents. For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at jbecerra-scola@ fremont.gov JANICE BECERRA, CPPB PURCHASING DIVISION CITY OF FREMONT 8/5, 8/12/25

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JOSEPH C. WERNER, JR.

CASE NO. 25PR131249

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JOSEPH C. WERNER, JR.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by ELIZABETH P. WERNER in the Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA.

The Petition for Probate requests that ELIZABETH P. WERNER 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 on 8/27/2025 at 9:45 A.M. in Dept. 201 Room N/A located at 2120 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY, BERKELEY, CA 94704.

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

2025 Kia Sorento PHEV

● Hitting the sweet spot—for now

By Michael Coates

Looking for a new car is all about choices. Let’s say you’re looking for a large SUV to handle the family, and you notice this month’s test vehicle—the three-row Kia Sorento PHEV AWD. It fills the bill, but represents a variety of choices. Let’s take a look at the different aspects of this versatile car.

How big is big

Three-row SUVs are proliferating in the market, but they’re not all the same size. The Sorento is one of three from Kia, but the smallest of the bunch. The plug-in hybrid (where the PHEV nomenclature comes from) model we tested seats six comfortably and still has some room for luggage, but check out the difference

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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: KURT A. GROSSHEIDER, 261 HARTZ AVENUE, DANVILLE, CA 94526, Telephone: 925-314-7790

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Title Order No.: 2580834CAD Trustee Sale No.: 25-02107A

Reference No.: 24-04052 APN: 501-1816-269 3416

Deerwood Ter Apt 113 Fremont, CA 94536-7406 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT DATED 8/23/2024. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 9/2/2025 at 12:00 PM , A.S.A.P.

with the all-electric EV9 and gas-powered Telluride.

Sorento PHEV

110.8 inch wheelbase, 189.6 overall length in inches

Telluride

114 inch wheelbase, 196.9 overall length in inches

EV9

122.0 wheelbase, 197.2 overall length in inches

These are all big cars. The almost foot-longer wheelbase in the EV9, along with some advantages from having a compact all-electric powertrain, gives it substantially more room inside. Depending on the size of folks and amount of luggage you’re planning to haul, this could be an important consideration. These bruisers don’t get sold by the pound, but the prices are as diverse as their wheelbases. Our Sorento has a base price of $53,090 (a lower trim level starts at $47,990). The Telluride starts at $36,390 and the EV9 begins at $54,900, although the variety of options can move those numbers all over the map. How do you want to move

The size choice is only one way to slice the Sorento decision. You don’t have to move to a different Kia model to find powertrain choices. The Sorento comes in a gas-only model, a gas-elec-

COLLECTION SERVICES, as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Notice of Delinquent Assessment, recorded on 8/28/2024 as Document No. 2024105098 Book n/a Page n/a of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, property owned by: John L. Bernstein III and Mary H. Bernstein and John L. Bernstein IV WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a State or national bank, a check drawn by a state of federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state made payable to Platinum Resolution Services, Inc.) At: At the Fallon Street emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St., Oakland, CA 94612 Said sale shall be subject to a 90 day right of redemption period per the requirements of the California Civil Code section 5715(b). All rights, title and interest under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment in the property situated in said County, describing the land therein, under Assessors’ Parcel Number: 501-1816-269 The street address and other common designation, if any of the real property described above is purported to be: 3416 Deerwood Ter Apt 113 Fremont, CA 94536-7406 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 due under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment, with interest thereon, as provided in said notice, advances, if any, estimated fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee, to-wit: $66,475.33 Estimated Accrued Interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale The claimant, Meadow Brook Village Association-Fremont under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. 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

tric hybrid and the plug-in hybrid we drove.

Our PHEV’s dual powertrain delivered a healthy 261 horsepower (hp) while the hybrid with the same turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine has 227 hp, and the gas Sorento has two engine options—one with 191 hp and a turbo upgrade that boosts the hp to 281 in a lighter vehicle.

Our PHEV was capable of 31 all-electric miles before it defaulted to a 33 mpg hybrid. Plugged in daily, we estimate we’d be able to travel about 80% of our tips on electrons. The hybrid’s fuel economy is the same as the PHEV in AWD models, two mpg more in the front-wheel drive model. The gas models range from 27 to 31 mpg on the highway.

Prices for the three models start at $31,990 for the base Sorento, $38,690 for the hybrid and $47,990 for the PHEV, which has AWD standard.

Other bits

Kia has a few other variables to throw into the mix. If a little serious off-roading is of interest, the PHEV and hybrid have 6.9 inches of ground clearance, enough for trail riding. But the gas Sorento has AWD models that offer 8.2 inches. All models have independent front and rear suspensions we found were well-designed to tackle highways and backroads competently. Its four-wheel disc brakes delivered solid stops.

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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 (916) 939-0772 or visit this Internet Website at www.nationwideposting.com using the file number assigned to this case 25-02107A. 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 (916) 9390772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case 25-02107A 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, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, 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. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE A DEBT COLLECTOR Date: 7/31/2025 For Sales Information Please Call (916) 939-0772 or go to www.nationwideposting.com

6.9

for trail driving.

Kias come with 10-year, 100,000-mile warranties that offer extended peace of mind. The PHEV trim we had—SX Prestige—was thoroughly stocked with all of the modern technology you could desire. One final caveat. The Sorento is assembled in Korea, so new imports will be subject to the new 15% tariffs. Whether Kia decides to absorb the tariff or pass some along has yet to be seen, but don’t be surprised if Sorento prices slide north of the $54,690 that our tester carried. So if the Sorento PHEV whetted your automotive appetite, now is a good time to make that choice.

BACK ROAD The Sorento plug-in EV and hybrid have

inches of ground clearance, ample

Michael Coates

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