Tri County Sentry

S VOL. XXII

The Tri County’s Only Multicultural Newspaper

TRI COUNTY

ENTRY

NO. 10

Go “All In For Kids” at the Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley’s Casino Night See Around the Tri-Counties - Page 2A

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2014

Publish Your Change of Name for $120

Call (805) 983-0015

Gold Coast Wind Ensemble at the Scherr Forum Theatre See Community Calendar - Page 10B

Fundi Legohn Named Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 805s Got Talent 2013 Community Gatherings of Pastors, Churches, Choirs and Praise Teams Music Teacher of the Year

Fundi Legohn and Tracy Lehr OXNARD, CA --- 805s ability to teach students Got Talent believes that to enjoy music, teamwork fundamentals are essential in and to develop discipline. the growth of our students.

“Whatever style of muWe asked our many Face- sic you might want to play, book followers to vote for from jazz to classical, you their favorite music teacher. will find Mr. Legohn teachThere was one teacher that ing it all,” said one voter. stood out from all the rest, Another voter said, “Mr. music director Fundi Legohn, Legohn nurtures his students.

Oxnard High School. The He makes them have pride recipient of 805s Got Talent in themselves and has them 2013 Music Teacher of the lift their heads high and be Year was praised for his elo- proud of the instrument in which they play.” quent teaching style.

LEGOHN, See page 12A Some voters praised his

Before Dr. Martin Luther King Junior was a Nobel Peace Prize Winner, before he was a household name, before he made his “I have a dream speech”… He Was… A Pastor of a local! Church.

These Pastors: Pastor Robert Cox Pastor Lonnie McCowan, Bishop Princeton Allen, Pastor Lawrence Droughn, Pastor Ken Johnson, Pastor Michael McCurtis, Pastor Isiah Walker, Pastor Terry Penny and churches, Bethel AME Church, Oxnard, Miracle Center Ventura, Ephraim and Manasseh Worship Center Oxnard, Camarillo First Church of God in Christ, Eternal Life Christian Center Oxnard, Total Life Christian Center Ventura, The Living Gospel Church Oxnard, True Way Baptist Church Camarillo, feel it’s important to honor Dr. King as a pastor for his love, vision, and insight he displayed as a Pastor on the cutting edge.

Dr. King was an exam-

ple of a giving Pastor shining the light for those in darkness, being a voice for those who have no voice.

Be a Part of the Community Gatherings of Pastors, Churches, Choirs and Praise

Teams... for an unforgettable, Martin Luther King Jr..."The Pastor “Special Service…

One Voice One Community One Church.

This Sunday, January 19, 2014 at 4:00 PM at

Bethel AME Church 855 South F St, Oxnard, CA THE DREAM LIVES ON... Free Event All Welcome All proceeds to benefit Pinkard Innovative Enterprises

the problem in each county which participated in the litigation. Ventura County’s share of the verdict is $46 million.

Childhood exposure to lead, even at low levels, has been shown to affect IQ, the ability to pay attention and even academic achievement. Lead exposure can LEAD, See page 12A

FRESNO – Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today announced the arrest of five individuals who allegedly ran a statewide housing scheme by using adverse possession laws to fraudulently seize at least 23 homes in nine counties.

“It is reprehensible that these individuals lied to the courts in order to steal homes and in some cases to demand payment from the rightful owners,” Attorney General Harris said. “The conduct of the attorneys in this scheme is even more offensive because they violated their ethical duty to be honest to the courts.

I am pleased that my mortgage fraud strike force, together with our state and local partners, continue to investigate and prosecute these crimes against our people and our economy."

Sandra Elaine Barton, 30, Christopher Spencer Barton, 31, Daniel Paul Vedenoff, 29, Sheldon W. HARRIS, See page 12A

VC to Receive $46 Million to Remove Lead Paint from Local Homes

Assemblyman Gorell Now Accepting Applications for Internships in District Offices

The office of Assembly Member Jeff Gorell is now accepting applications for creative, hard-working interns. If you are a college or graduate student interested in broadening your knowledge of state and local government and exploring a career in public service, then you should apply.

Interns in Assemblyman Gorell’s office will learn the inner workings of state government, gain firsthand experience in a District office, and provide assistance to families in California’s 44th Assembly District. This is a rewarding and highly-edu-

cational internship!

Internships are currently available in the Camarillo District Office and the new Oxnard District Office. Part-time unpaid internships are available throughout the school year.

Course credit for internships may be available through your college or university. Prospective interns should discuss academic credit eligibility and requirements with their academic advisor or campus coordinator.

Interns work with Assemblyman Gorell’s professional staff on a variety GORELL, See page 12A

(VENTURA COUNTY, Calif.) - On Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014, Santa Clara Superior Court Judge James P. Kleinberg issued a final verdict ordering Sherwin Williams, National Lead and ConAgra to pay $1.15 billion into a fund to remove lead paint from homes in various California counties and cities.

This decision, the largest public nuisance award in the history of the State of California, comes after 13 years of litigation.

The Court increased the final verdict and judgment from a previously tentative $1.1 billion to a final amount of $1.15 billion.

Proceeds from the award will be utilized to abate

AG Harris Busts Statewide, MultiMillion Dollar Housing Scheme

Page 2A

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Around the Tri-Counties 7 of the hardest people to lead Words to Live by

Dr. Lonnie G. McCowan, pastor of Miracle Center of Ventura

By Pastor Lonnie G. McCowan I want to help you understand why so many people feel stuck and struggling...

Many of us are stuck in what is called, the funnel of limitation. When we live in the bottom of the funnel of limitation we believe that what we see is real and we become trapped by an awareness of lack and struggle. Because we are surrounded by many other people who are also trapped in the bottom of the funnel, our beliefs and the beliefs we are surrounded with are also limited...

It is within the bottom of the funnel that we believe in chance, fate and circumstances beyond our control. It becomes difficult to believe in the possibility of freedom. And when all you can see from your limited vision is restriction and limitation, you live in a state of survival and that’s when you get stuck.

Now, here is the good news, you can move to the top of the funnel - which is open and expansive and filled with life. The key to staying at the top of the funnel is to permanently change the way you live from first dimension living to third dimension living.

You can do this consciously and deliberately.

You can take back your power. You can free yourself from the limitations of the ‘tribal belief system’, and significantly remove your limitations! It all begins with awareness. Start by becoming conscious of who you are listening to.

Are you listening to people who are living at the bottom of the funnel? If you live from a God in side consciousness you will begin to shift immediately.

Also the people who are around you and those you have to lead or work with.

Some people flow good with you others stop your flow the goal should be to lead those around you to victory, but sometimes they make it hard so be wise how you lead people.

Here are 7 of the hardest people to lead: Know it all – It’s difficult to lead someone who won’t listen, because they don’t think they have a need for what you have to say. They think they know more than you…and evPaid Advertisement

eryone else. They may or may not, but it makes them very hard to lead.

Gifted leaders - Don’t misunderstand this one. I don’t mean they try to be difficult. They just bring higher expectations for those who try to lead them.

I have had some very successful leaders in my churches. I love having them … but they keep me on my toes! (And, that’s a good thing.)

Hyper-critical – When someone is always negative it becomes difficult to lead them, mostly because they zap the motivation from you to do so. They never have anything positive to add to the team, the glass is always have empty, and the sky is always about to fall. Very draining.

Wounded – Wounded people are more resistant to being led to something new until they heal. I’ve had members who came to our church injured. I knew before I could effectively lead them I had to help them heal from their past.

Insecure – Those who lack self-confidence are harder to lead, because they are hesitant to take a risk. The best leadership involves delegation. It’s people who assume responsibility for a task. Insecure people will usually only move when they are PEOPLE, See page 12A

SENTRY TRI COUNTY

Serving Ventura County for over twenty-two years

Shé Onakomaiya, Co-Publisher

SUBSCRIPTION FORM 1-Year - $70.00

Please start my subscription immediately:

Name: Street: City: Zip: Phone:

State: Email:

You may pay by credit card.

Make check or money order payable to: Tri County Sentry 1200 N. Ventura Rd., Suite G Oxnard, CA 93030 (805) 983-0015 * (805) 983-0018 Fax

Go “All In For Kids” at the Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley’s Casino Night

An evening of FUN Vegas-style excitement awaits you at the Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley’s ALL IN FOR KIDS CASINO NIGHT & TEXAS HOLDEM POKER TOURNAMENT. The fundraising event will be held at Lost Canyons Golf Club on Saturday, January 25th, 2014 with all proceeds benefiting the many high quality educational, mentoring and scholarship programs that the Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley provides to thousands of kids each year.

Party-goers will enjoy a variety of casino style games including black-

Members of Boys & Girls Club of Simi Valley (Photo Courtesy: www.bgcsimi.com) jack, roulette, and craps, as well the opportunity to enter the Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament where top prizes include a seat at one of the World Series of

Poker events in Las Vegas and a flat screen television.

A tax deductible donation of $120 for the Poker Tournament and $50 for CASINO, See page 12A

Performances to Grow On Presents Hobey Ford

Performances To Grow On will present Hobey Ford in "World Tales" on Sat., Jan. 18 at 4 pm at the Kim Maxwell Studio, 226 W. Ojai Ave, Ojai. Using his own voice to create characters and sound effects, tell stories and make his puppets sing, Hobey's performances feature his handmade original signature, “Foamies", animated, carved-foam rod puppets.

He performs unmasked, in full view in his roles as MC, engaged storyteller, puppeteer and animator, creating a seamless, magical and hypnotic dance between the audience, the puppeteer, the life-like puppets and the artistic scenery and often incorporates music into his productions.

Hobey Ford Occasionally the puppets had another career. Now will move right out into a internationally renowned delighted audience as part in the puppetry field, an of the performance! award-winning performer Hobey Ford has never FORD, See page 12A

Ventura, CA--Mohammed A. Hasan, a prominent community leader in Ventura County, has joined the board of Focus on The Masters (FOTM) as a director.

He has served in many nonprofit organizations in the county for 40 years. He was the centennial president of the Ventura East Rotary, president of Ventura Trade Club, Consult-net and the Villa Seville HOA. Hasan served as a board member of Tri County Easter Seals, Ventura Youth Employment and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and as a committee member of Ventura Boys & Girls Club, Waterproofing Kids and the Ventura Chamber of Com-

gevity classes held in Ventura. He is also a volunteer at Catholic Charities food distribution, and Ventura County Fair. All the local newspapers have published an article or two about his passion for service to the community.

FOTM is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), art appreciation program that documents, preserves and presents the works and lives of accomplished contemporary artists. FOTM emphasizes the importance of the arts to a healthy society.

FOTM archive includes oral histories, video taped interviews, photographic portraits and examples of LEADER, See page 12A

Prominent Community Leader Joins Focus on the Masters Board

Mohammed A. Hasan merce. He was a judge at the Ventura County Science Fair and California Migrant Education regional debate and speech tournament. Hasan is the founder and instructor for free Lon-

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Page 3A

The People’s Throb In Your Opinion, Do Americans Care what Race, Color, or Nationality Other People Marry?

By Gary L. Harbour

Brittney Jo, 19 Oxnard, CA

Sarah Rushton, 20 Oxnard, CA

Dashawn Lee, 22 Oxnard, CA

Emmanuel Ferreira, 22 Oxnard, CA

Julie Bally, 31 Ventura, CA

Debra Harbour, 50+ Port Hueneme, CA

“I believe some Americans do care about nationality when it comes to marriage because of the way things used to be and negative stereo types. In my personal opinion, I don’t think it should matter. The race, color or nationality, and that we should take the time to get to know others, instead of judging a book by its cover.”

“There will always be Americans who will care about what other people are doing, and who they marry and why. However, in my opinion we are all here together. Americans should do what makes them happy, regardless of their color, nationality, or race.”

“Most people do not care what race, color, or nationality others marry. I have accepted interracial marriage as part of society, but there are a handful of people who have not accepted that and may ever look down their noses at interracial marriages.”

“No, I believe people don’t care about what race, color, or nationality other people marry because we are already so mixed in culture, race, color, and nationality that it doesn’t matter.”

“Unfortunately, some people do care what race, color, or nationality that other people marry.”

“In the past interracial marriage was more of a social stigma, especially in most Southern states and in some Northern states. Considering the fact that with each generation diversity in relationships has become more accepted, I think that the majority of Americans are unconcerned with the race, color or nationality as it pertains to marriage”

Why Legalized Weed Is Good News Tips for Californians to Prevent for Young Black Men

Consumer Alert:

Tax-Related Identity Theft

SAN FRANCISCO – Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today kicked off Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week by issuing tips for Californians to follow to prevent tax-related identity theft as the annual tax compiling and filing process begins.

Tax-related identity theft increases in January and commonly occurs when: • Thieves use stolen personal information to file tax returns in someone else’s name in order to obtain a refund.

• Thieves use a stolen Social Security number (SSN) for employment, which may complicate state and federal income tax ob-

ligations for the victim.

• Thieves send phishing emails that look like they are from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) that ask for personal information or include links to official-looking web sites.

California consumers are urged to use the following tips to better prevent tax-related identity theft: • Never open an email or a text message that says it is from the IRS or the FTB - they are always fraudulent. State and federal tax agencies never initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text message or social media to request personal or financial infor-

mation or to send notice regarding audits or refunds.

• It’s fine to show your Social Security card to your employer when you start a job or to your financial institution for tax reporting purposes. Do not routinely carry your card or other documents that display your SSN. • While preparing your tax return for electronic filing, make sure to use a strong password. A strong password is at least eight characters and includes a combination of at least three upper and/or lowercase letters, punctuation, symbols and numerals.

• Once you have e-filed your return, save it to a flash ALERT, See page 12A

Javier Martinez at a marijuana rally in Civic Center Park in Denver, April 20, 2012 (Photo Credit: Marc Piscotty) Submitted By California ipatedly rapid social revo- worried that legalization NAACP President Alice Huff- lution that will define our will raise rates of usage man from her Issue of Justice times, we will be hearing and addiction. The New certain ruminations. And York Times’ David Brooks

By John McWhorter As the legalization of not only from fire-breathing has stated that even though marijuana promises to join moralists easy to dismiss as he partook for a spell in his teens, he feels that legalizing the legalization of gay mar- “behind the times.”

I refer to wiser heads WEED, See page 12A riage as part of the unantic-

Free Tax Preparation and Electronic Filing Offered to Low and Moderate Income Earners

Camarillo, CA — Low to moderate income workers with a household income of $52,000 or less in 2013 can receive free tax preparation and income tax filing at a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site located throughout Ventura County. Tax returns are filed electronically by IRStrained volunteers. The Ventura County Financial Empowerment Partnership

aims to increase the number of individuals and families who receive no-cost tax preparation assistance and who access the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) program — the nation’s largest and most powerful federal aid program for the working poor.

“The EITC can boost a family’s income, but the rules are somewhat complicated and so not every-

one who applies for it will receive it,” said Susan Englund, United Way’s Vice President of Community Impact.

Beginning February 1, 2014 through April 12, 2014, trained volunteer tax preparers will prepare federal and state tax returns at sites located at El Concilio in Oxnard, Housing Authorities of Ventura and TAX, See page 12A

Page 4A

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Sports News Jamaican Bobsled Team Races Kobe Bryant Doesn't Want Your to Make It to Sochi Olympics All-Star Votes

By Emily Thomas There may be a "Cool Runnings" sequel if the Jamaican bobsled team (or bobsleigh, as it's also known) succeeds in reaching the Sochi Olympics in just a few weeks. It’s been 26 years since the first Jamaican bobsled team went for gold at the Calgary Games in Canada -- an underdog story that inspired the movie. After failing to qualify in 2006 and falling short of funds in 2010, the Jamaicans are ready for a comeback.

And veteran bobsledder Winston Watts may be just the guy to make it happen.

In pursuit of another Olympics berth for his old team, Watts emerged from retirement in 2010 to become the new captain, according to Evanston, Wyo.'s Uinta County Herald. Watts, who at 47 would be one of the oldest Olympic bobsledders, previously competed in the 1994, 1998 and 2002 Olympics.

In 2002, he and teammate Lascelles Brown recorded an Olympic record for the fastest push-start time in the two-man bobsled, with a time of 4.78 seconds.

But before he re-entered the sport, Watts was working in the oil fields of Wyoming.

“When you give up

The Jamaican four-man bobsled team in action at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. (Photo Credit: David Yarrow) something you really do which consisted of Devon like, you cannot see it go Harris, Dudley Stokes, Miaway from you,” Watts chael White and Nelson told NBC Sports about Stokes, fell out of the conretiring after missing the test due to a devastating 2006 Games. “I came here crash during one run.

To qualify for the Sochi out of retirement and decided, look, I’m very hun- Olympics by the Jan. 20 gry. A hungry man is an deadline, the pilot -- the angry man. And that is me. team member who jumps I am very angry because I into the sled first -- must be ranked in the top 50 by the want it.”

Bobsleigh Now the Jamaican team International is training in Evanston, a and Skeleton Federation. town of just over 12,000 But only 30 sleds will acthat has a bobsled track tually be able to compete. remaining from the 2002 The other big hurdle Winter Olympics in Salt this year's team -- which Lake City. consists of Marvin Dixon, In the Olympic Games, 31, Hanukkah Wallace, 31, the men's two- and four- Wayne Blackwood, 42, man teams compete over and Watts -- faces is to sefour runs. Back in 1988, cure enough money to pay the original Jamaican team, travel expenses to Russia.

Powerful Texas booster Red McCombs is not happy.

After all, McCombs made a push for Texas to hire Jon Gruden. So when the Longhorns hired Charlie Strong from Louisville, he was not impressed.

That’s not to say McCombs doesn’t believe Strong could fit in at Texas — just not as head coach.

“I don’t have any doubt that Charlie is a fine coach,” McCombs said on The Blitz with Dat Nguyen

Texas Booster Not Impressed with Charlie Strong

Charlie Strong and Jason Minnix on ESPN 1250-AM in San Antonio.

“I think he would make a great position coach, maybe a coordinator.

“But I don’t believe (he belongs at) what should be one of the three most powerful university programs in the world right now at UT-Austin. I don’t think it adds up.”

Strong responded to McCombs’ remarks on the Dan Patrick Show.

“There are going to be statements made. You can’t worry about that. You just move on. You have a job to do. You can’t worry about what people say or think. I’m going to be judged by my work here,” Strong said.

Strong was hired to replace Mack Brown, who stepped down after the Longhorns were beaten in the Alamo Bowl by Oregon, 30-7. Brown was 158-48 from 1998 to 2013 at Texas, but just 30-21 and 18-17 in the Big Ten since the Longhorns lost the 2009 BCS title game to Alabama.

Strong was 37-15 in four seasons at Louisville, including 12-1 this season and 11-2 in 2012.

By Greg Beacham LOS ANGELES — While Kobe Bryant heals from his latest injury, he has an unusual message for the fans who select the NBA All-Star game's starters: Don't vote for me.

After playing just six games in an injury-plagued season, the Los Angeles Lakers' 15-time All-Star guard is hoping fans elect younger, more deserving players to start next month's showcase in New Orleans.

"Even though there's so much respect that comes from me to be able to play for the fans, I'd much rather see the young guys go out there and play in the game," Bryant said before the Lakers faced Denver.

"They've obviously put the work in to be there that weekend, so I'd much rather see them go in there and

Kobe Bryant participate."

Bryant also gave a small update on his recovery from a broken bone near his left knee. He is riding a stationary bike to stay in shape while the bone heals, but must exercise patience with several weeks likely to go.

"I'm pretty restricted in terms of what I can do,"

Bryant said. "So I'm just staying on the bike, keeping it moving and going, keeping the legs strong."

Few players have more experience in the NBA's midseason exhibition showcase than Bryant, who has been chosen for every All-Star game since missing out as a rookie in 1997. Bryant is a four-time All-Star game MVP and the top scorer in the game's history, passing Michael Jordan in 2012.

Although Bryant won't mind at all if fans pass on him this time, that doesn't look likely so far: Bryant was the second-leading vote-getter in the Western Conference in vote totals released by the NBA on Dec. 26 with 723,031 votes, trailing only LeBron James and Kevin Durant in the overall balloting.

Mother of Former NFL Players Sue Team for Wrongful Death

By Dave Skretta KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The mother of former Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher filed a wrongfuldeath lawsuit against the team after exhuming his body so that his brain could be examined for evidence of a degenerative condition linked to repeated concussions.

The lawsuit, filed by Cheryl Shepherd in Jackson County (Mo.) circuit court, alleges Belcher was subjected to "repetitive head trauma," and that the Chiefs failed to provide adequate medical care before Belcher killed his girlfriend and then committed suicide last December.

Shepherd is seeking a jury trial and judgment "in excess of $15,000 for actual damages, punitive damages, and/or aggravating circumstances, for the cost of this action, and for such relief as the court deems fair and reasonable."

Belcher's body was exhumed at a cemetery in Bay Shore, N.Y., at his

Jovan Belcher family's request so that his brain could be studied for chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a degenerative neurological condition.

CTE has been linked to multiple concussions and includes symptoms such as memory problems, behavioral changes and eventually dementia.

CTE has made headlines in recent years with the deaths of some former professional athletes, including former Chargers linebacker Junior Seau and

former Bears safety Dave Duerson.

Shepherd's lawsuit claims the Chiefs failed to warn her son of the shortterm and long-term risks of concussions; failed to identify and remove Belcher from practice or games after sustaining head trauma; failed to educate Belcher about concussions; failed to monitor or treat Belcher for neurological dysfunction; and failed to provide appropriate counseling.

According to the lawsuit, Belcher was knocked unconscious during a game against Jacksonville in 2009 but did not receive adequate treatment before returning to team activities.

On Dec. 1, 2012, Belcher shot to death his girlfriend, Kasandra Perkins, while Shepherd was caring for his infant daughter in a nearby room.

Belcher then sped from the residence to the Chiefs training facility, where he shot himself in the head in the parking lot.

Evander Holyfield Sparks Outrage with Shocking Comment

Former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield said he does not think being gay is normal and compared it to a handicap that can be fixed.

Holyfield made the antigay comments in the "UK Celebrity Big Brother" house while speaking to reality star Luisa Zissman about gay boxers. When Zissman -- who was seemingly unaware of the fact Orlando Cruz came out in 2012 -- said it would be good for a gay boxer to be public about his sexuality, Holyfield was taken aback.

"What would be good about it?" he asked. "That ain't normal."

After saying that the Bible spells out what's wrong and what's right, Holyfield compared being gay to having a handicap that could be fixed.

"Only thing I'm trying to tell you... You know how handicapped people are

Evander Holyfield born? You can't say 'cause they were born that way you can't move that," he said. Adding, "It is a choice.

Come on, that ain't the way nobody is made... You ain't gay unless you sleeping with the opposite sex."

The 51-year-old former boxer was later reprimanded for his anti-gay remarks.

“Evander was told that

his views weren’t shared by a large section of society and that expressing those views and the language he used could be seen as extremely offensive to many people," read a statement released by the show to RadarOnline.com.

"He was warned to think carefully about repeating them. Evander understood and accepted this. The producers of Big Brother will continue to monitor this and will take further appropriate action should a similar matter arise again.”

Despite the many complaints received, a representative for media watchdog Ofcom told the Independent there are no plans to launch a formal investigation into the issue at the moment.

Holyfield has been married three times and has fathered 11 children, Yahoo!

Sports Canada noted. He is a devout Christian.

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Page 5A

News On Education Word-Finds

Find and circle the words in the puzzle. The words read forward, backwards, up, down and diagonally.

Keep Neck Pursue Sign Swift Tender Thirst Walls Wonder Yoke Young Joy Cattle Eagle End Angry

Answers on page 12A

To solve a Sudoku puzzle, place a number into each box so that each row across, each column down, and each small 3 x 3 square with the larger diagram (there are 9 of these) will contain every number from 1 through 9. In other words, no number will appear more than once in any row, column, or smaller 3 x 3 square.

Working with the number already given as a guide complete each diagram with the missing numbers that will lead to the correct solution.

Answers on page 12A

Sudoku

Los Angeles -- The Campaign for College Opportunity released the third in a new series of research reports, “The State of Higher Education in California: The Gender and Racial Gap Analysis,” detailing the wide gaps between men and women in college preparation, enrollment and completion in California, with attention to the significant gap between Black and Latino men compared to their female counterparts.

California is home to more college-aged men than women. However, women of all ethnic groups are now outpacing men in the state in terms of enrollment and graduation from both the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) levels. The gaps in college achievement are widest among Black and Latino men and women, according to the report.

The education gap for Latino and Black men

begins upon high school graduation, with 93 Black or Latino men graduating high school for every 100 Black or Latina females.

The number of males across all ethnicities who complete the A-G requirements (courses required for admission consideration into the UC or CSU) is low -- there is more than a 30% gap between the number of Black and Latina women and their male counterparts completing these require-

ments. The study also found that almost twice as many Black women enroll in the UC or CSU as Black men, and one-and-a-half times as many Latina women as Latino men.

The gender gap widens even more among college graduates. For every 100 Black women who graduate from the CSU, only 45 Black men do so. For every 100 Latinas who graduate from CSU, 51 Latino men STUDY, See page 12A

As a newly independent young adult attending and paying for college, you'll experience many new and exciting things. But there's one thing we hope you'll never experience: being targeted by con artists looking to take advantage of inexperienced college students who are struggling to support themselves.

International students are especially vulnerable to scholarship scams, as they must juggle starting college with becoming familiar with a new country and culture.

Here are some tips and resources to help students avoid falling for some of the most common scams.

1. Don't fall victim to telephone or Internet scams: If you are an international student in the U.S., you could be seen as an easy target for scammers.

Remember to never share personal information over the telephone, especially your Social Security or passport number. Government officials will never call and ask for money over the phone, so if this happens to you, make sure you report it to the Federal Trade Commission.

2. Don't pay to apply for scholarships: When it comes to financial aid, be wary of scholarship pro-

grams that require an application fee or sound too good to be true. Legitimate scholarship programs will include selection parameters, which might include a high GPA, participation in clubs and activities or volunteer experience.

Do some research to make sure the sponsor of any scholarship you apply for is legitimate. If you are unsure about the sponsor SCAMS, See page 12A

side the facility as well as in the community.

The program is made possible in partnership with Ventura County Probation Agency. “We are

calling on all those in the community that have a strong commitment to youth to step up and help our most at risk teens from RAMP, See page 12A

(Photo Courtesy: www.collegecampaign.org)

Four Common Scams Aimed at Students

Crossword Companion Across 1. Explosive (abbr.)

4. Allison’s gift on Medium (abbr.)

7. 1997 Peter Fonda film role 11. Bustin’ Loose actor Aaron 13. Denise of Droodles 14. Lively 15. Heather’s role on Hot Shots 16. _____ Diamond Phillips of Wolf Lake 17. “So long!” in London (2 words) 18. Otto’s surname on Quark 21. Barbara of Barney Miller 23. Dawn droplets 24. “This is only ____...”

(2 words) 25. He drowned in the Hellespont 29. Apt. parts 30. The Thin ______ 31. “Xanadu” band, for short 32. Shelley Morrison’s role on Will & Grace 35. Michael of Monty Python 37. Saul’s grandfather 38. Hey Dude actress Debrah 39. He was Kotter’s Arnold Horshack (2 words) 42. Lemmons of Under Cover 43. Insect egg 44. Eugene O’Neill’s daughter 47. Eric of Monty Python 48. Yakko and Wakko’s Animaniacs sister 49. Roomies actor Larry

Study Finds Women in California Outpace Men in College Enrollment, Completion

Volunteers needed for Boys & Girls Club RAMP program

50. Sounds around Green Acres 51. Indefinite amount 52. Summer on the Somme (Fr.) Down 1. Nursing treatment (abbr.)

2. _____-pros 3. Meet _____ (2 words) 4. Kathy McCullen’s Baa Baa Black Sheep role 5. Shortly 6. The Bonnie _____ Show 7. The _____ Comedy Club 8. Blackwood of Street Justice 9. Art Deco artist 10. Seventh Greek letter 12. Born Free sound effects 19. Ignited 20. The Dukes of Hazzard actress Peggy 21. Douglas of The Fall Guy 22. Air (prefix)

25. Mortal Kombat warrior Kung ____ 26. Alvin on Life with Elizabeth (2 words) 27. Director Kazan 28. The Bold and the Beautiful actor Moss 30. Raising _____ 33. Oakley and Potts 34. Agent (abbr.)

35. Rhoda, to Mary 36. Permit 38. Susan Sullivan, on Dharma & Greg 39. Hollywood Beat detective 40. Norwegian capital 41. Daktari’s Clarence, e.g.

42. Disney’s _______ Possible 45. The Peach Pit owner on 90210 46. Yes, to Harmon Rabb Answers on page 12A

Oxnard, Calif.— The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme is currently looking for volunteers for its RAMP program. The Reentry Aftercare Mentoring Program (RAMP) pairs up community mentors with youth housed in the juvenile justice facility, with hopes of building a solid relationship after the youth is released.

Volunteers can sign up now for the Club’s upcoming volunteer training sessions. The 20-hour training session takes place during two consecutive weekends. Desirable candidates would have an interest in working with young offenders and a desire to make a positive difference in the lives of local youth. Volunteers must be 21 years of age or older, able to make a one year commitment of at least two hours per week and complete a criminal background check. Mentors will work with youth in-

Pinkard Innovative Enterprises Sponsors

25th Annual Black College Tour April 12 - April 19, 2014

(Tentative list of colleges to be visited) Texas Southern University, Dillard University, Southern University, Grambling State University, Louisiana State University, Xavier University, Paul Quinn College, Southwestern Christian College, Prairie View A & M University and more!

Cost: $900 (Includes Air Fare, Lodging, Ground Transportation) $200 Non-Refundable Deposit required by February 1, 2014 Tour allows young people an opportunity to make educated choices regarding the college that have offerings best suited for their needs. They will also learn how and why Black Colleges and Universities were started. The tour includes visits to historical sites within the states visited.

Checks Payable To: PINKARD INNOVATIVE ENTERPRISE P. O. Box 52211 Oxnard, CA 93031 www.blackcollegetour-pie.com Black College Tours by PIE Call Dr. Irene Pinkard (805) 988-2426 or Mrs. Bobbie Richards at (805) 320-2871 for Details

Page 6A

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

State News Gov. Jerry Brown Faces Policy Challenges Boxer Speaks on Need to Extend Jobless Ahead of Likely Reelection Bid Benefits for Long-Term Unemployed

By Juliet Williams SACRAMENTO— Gov. Jerry Brown is sprinting into the final year of his third term as governor with a series of policy successes and powerful financial backers boosting his all-but-certain run for another term.

His voter-approved tax increases and relative restraint on state budgeting helped end years of deficits and have even led to projections of future surpluses.

He has given every indication that he will seek re-election and already has racked up more than $15 million in contributions for a potential campaign, far eclipsing the fundraising of any of his would-be Republican rivals.

"I've been down, and I've been up. And I'd much pre-

Gov. Jerry Brown fer to be up," the 75-year- titude of policy challenges old Democrat said during that could potentially come a recent Atlantic magazine to a head in 2014. They inconference, referring to the clude his support for the approval of his job perfor- $68 billion high-speed rail mance among registered project, which is fast losvoters (58 percent in one ing public favor and faces poll and 47 percent in an- an uncertain future after a other, both released in early state judge ruled that curDecember). rent plans do not comply Yet he also faces a mulBROWN, See page 12A

Statement from Rep. Bass on LA Unified calling a special election

Representative Karen Bass (D-Calif.) released the following statement on Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD’s) decision to fill the current board vacancy via a special election in lieu of an appointment.

“The members of the LAUSD school board have made their decision to keep this seat temporarily vacant and to call a special election instead of appointing a caretaker. Nonetheless, the six remaining board members will still have to face crucial funding decisions over the next several months, and I am hopeful that the current

Rep. Karen Bass board members will commit to transparent inclusive process that will result in an equitable distribution of the new state funds that LAUSD will receive

under the new state funding formula even though the District 1 seat will be empty over the next six to eight months. It was important that the board instructed district counsel to thoroughly review options for representation for this period of time, and report back next week.

"Community leaders convened their own meetings in the past few days to address this, and now more than ever, the community must remain engaged to ensure South Los Angeles schools are represented in all important matters that come before the board.”

U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA) spoke on the floor after the Senate voted to overcome a Republican filibuster and allow consideration of an extension of unemployment insurance for more than 1.3 million Americans and 222,000 Californians who are still struggling to find work.

“There are people out there that are at their wit’s end,” Senator Boxer said. “Holding their lives together, keeping their homes at 55 degrees when they have little children in it, not knowing if they can

Senator Barbara Boxer pay the rent, not knowing if they can go to the grocery store, not knowing if they’ll be homeless, not

knowing what the future holds. The least we can do in this chamber is stand up and fight for them.”

Senator Boxer added, “Federal unemployment benefits have been extended no less than 28 times since 1958, 15 times under Republican presidents and 13 times under Democratic presidents. So this is nothing new… The fact that it’s been make such a big deal is incomprehensible given the circumstances of us recovering from the greatest recession since the Great Depression.”

Assemblymember Brown to Hold Bill Until After Court Ruling

SACRAMENTO - Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown (D-San Bernardino) has agreed to hold AB 475 in the Assembly Higher Education Committee until the Ed O’Bannon’s lawsuit is adjudicated in federal court. The case is tentatively scheduled for June 9th and will be presided over by Judge Claudia Wilken in the 9th District Court of Appeals.

“It would be preemptive to enact AB 475 before the Ed O’Bannon Case is adjudicated,” Brown said.

“This case has the potential to fundamentally change the NCAA and the culture of college athletics.”

Ed O’Bannon is the lead plaintiff in a class action lawsuit against the NCAA, alleging that the NCAA violated anti-trust law by con-

fiscating and profiting on the likeness of former studentathletes. The NCAA claims that student-athletes forfeit their right to profit from their athletic exploits when they accept a scholarship from a member university.

“I am still extremely passionate about protecting the rights of student-athletes who should receive the education they are promised when they are recruited.

Once the ruling is handed down we will be ready with legislation that will empower California’s studentathletes,” Brown concluded.

For more information, contact Ashley Jones at (909) 381-3238.

largest and most notorious landlords – JD Homes Rentals – alleging operation of a huge portfolio of slum housing. The lawsuit seeks immediate court intervention to ensure that substandard conditions in the thousands of units managed by JD Homes Rentals are repaired and the properties made habitable.

Catalina Mendoza, a JD Homes tenant and party to the suit, said, “For years, JD Homes refused to fix bad conditions in our home.

We need the court’s help so that this landlord makes our homes safe and healthy places to live.” Mendoza and her family have resided in the JD Homes rental unit for seven years. Typical of tenants’ experiences with JD Homes, the Mendozas have made requests for repairs on a number of issues that were routinely ignored.

Among the allegations, the complaint details JD Homes’ business practices of failing to maintain properties, leaving tenants with roaches, leaking plumbing, defective wiring, and a plethora of other unsafe conditions. Requests for repairs are often ignored for months, and sometimes years. When repairs are made, the complaint alleges, they are merely cosmetic and fail to address the health and safety issues, and JD Homes often retaliates against tenants who complain to authorities.

According to Leah Simon-Weisberg, Legal Director of Tenants Together, the lawsuit is the largest known housing conditions

lawsuit against a California landlord. She characterized the substandard conditions as “shocking and pervasive” and part of an “ongoing business plan to profit at the expense of vulnerable tenants by collecting rent while refusing to invest in keeping the properties safe and habitable.”

The Complaint alleges that JD Homes Rentals, a real estate property management company that is owned, operated and managed by John, David, and Bryce Hovannisian, has added hundreds of foreclosed properties to its inventory since the housing crisis in 2008. Patricia A. Van Dyke, a staff attorney at Bet Tzedek Legal Services, co-lead counsel on the case, offered that “residents and tenants need immediate relief from slum conditions and neighborhood blight.”

The deplorable conditions of JD Homes Rentals properties are well known in the area, but the landlord has been able to sidestep efforts to force compliance with health and safety codes, at least partially because of the size of their holdings and the extent of the issues. Local officials and advocates welcomed today’s filing.

Tenants of these properties, or anyone with information about JD Homes Rentals, are encouraged to call the litigation team at the following hotline that has been set up by Bet Tzedek Legal Services in connection with this case: 559-376-2060.

Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown

Tenants Bring Lawsuit against Central Valley’s Biggest Slumlord

Fresno, CA –Tenants in California’s Central Valley filed a class action lawsuit against one of the region’s

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Page 7A

National News FBI Honors National Community Obama Under Fire Over Hero Orrin C. Hudson Georgia Judicial Picks

Acting Special Agent in Charge (SAC) Ricky Maxwell, FBI Atlanta, recently presented the FBI Director's Award for Community Leadership for 2013 to Orrin Hudson for his exceptional insight and success in reaching disadvantaged youth in the metropolitan Atlanta area through the game of Chess. On April 4, 2014, FBI Director James B. Comey will host all of the FBI's 56 selectees from around the country at a national ceremony to be held at FBI Headquarters with Mr. Hudson present as Atlanta FBI's honoree.

Hudson, a motivational speaker and community activist, realized the need to become involved in finding a solution to curb teenage violence within his com-

FBI Agent Ricky Maxwell presents Orrin C. Hudson with the FBI Director's Award for Community Leadership munity. Mr. Hudson reHudson, who is also a counted that, much like to- former law enforcement day's youth, he was destined officer with the State of for trouble until a teacher Alabama, believes that changed his life by intro- prevention is better than ducing him to a chess board.

HUDSON, See page 12A

The Florida mom who lost a controversial “Stand Your Ground” case after firing what she called a warning shot at her abusive husband might be thrown in prison again if a judge rules she violated the strict terms of her release.

Prosecutors claim that Marissa Alexander violated the terms of her November in-home detention by shopping for clothes, driving family members to the airport, going to the bank and running other errands, the Florida TimesUnion reported.

Alexander, 33, who is preparing for her March retrial, claims through her lawyers that the Jack-

that the single shot she fired near her estranged husband and stepchildren was legal under the state’s controversial Stand Your Ground law. Instead, she was convicted of aggravated assault with a firearm.

No one was wounded in the shooting and the mother of three had a clean record.

Mandatory sentencing rules, however, stipulated that she receive a 20-year sentence -- a penalty that many decried as excessive.

An appeals court ordered in September that she deserved a new trial, because the jury received improper instructions from the judge about proving self-defense.

ALEXANDER, See page 12A

WASHINGTON -President Barack Obama will start the new year with a fresh fight over judicial nominees, but this time, it's not Senate Republicans sparring with him. It's civil rights leaders and Democratic lawmakers.

Joseph Lowery, C.T. Vivian and Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) -- all of whom were awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom

by Obama for their legacy work on civil rights -- are waging a campaign against two of his recent nominees to federal courts in Georgia. One nominee, former state legislator Michael Boggs, opposed the state's effort to remove the Confederate insignia from Georgia's flag. The other nominee, attorney Mark Cohen, led a case defend-

Civil rights leaders Joseph Lowery and Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) are among those protesting President Barack Obama's choice of two Georgia judicial nominees. (Photo Credit: Chip Somodevilla) ing Georgia's voter ID law, age of six judicial nomiwhich civil rights groups nees agreed to by Obama say suppresses black vot- and Georgia's two Republiing power. can senators, Saxby ChamBoth nominees are part bliss and Johnny Isakson. of an all-or-nothing packOBAMA, See page 12A

By Dave Warner Opening arguments were began in the corruption trial of the mayor of New Jersey’s capital city and his brother, both of whom were accused of bribery and extortion after a sting operation involving a parking garage development.

Trenton Mayor Tony Mack and his brother, Ralphiel Mack, have pleaded not guilty to federal charges that they were involved in a 2010 plot to secure the mayor’s help in developing a garage on cityowned land. Prosecutors say an informant offered a $119,000 bribe.

About $54,000 of that

Remus” to refer to corrupt payments. The mayor, not a tall man, was referred to as “the little guy” and “Napoleon.”

Two others have pleaded guilty in the scheme. They are among 40 potential witnesses who may testify against the brothers during the trial in U.S. District Court in Trenton, according to court documents.

One of them, Charles Hall, a former Trenton city official and confidant of the mayor, pleaded guilty in February 2013 to two counts of extortion. The other, steak house owner Joseph Giorgianni who is MACK, See page 12A

Marissa Alexander Could Be Thrown Trenton Mayor Tony Mack Facing Back in Prison for Running Errands Corruption Trial

Marissa Alexander sonville Sheriff’s Office signed off on every trip, according to CNN. Her first trial in 2012 drew national attention. A judge denied her argument

Missing Teen Alexis Murphy Presumed Dead

Alexis Murphy's aunt said her family is "devastated" the missing Virginia teen is now presumed dead by the authorities.

"Of course my family's devastated, I can't stand here and say that we're not," Murphy's aunt, Trina Murphy, told reporters outside the Nelson County courthouse on Monday, according to WSET News.

"But, we're [going to] stand in our faith in God and ... have our day in court," Trina Murphy added.

Trina Murphy and other family members were at the courthouse for a press conference scheduled by Nelson County Commonwealth's Attorney Anthony Martin. During the press conference, authorities revealed their belief that Alexis Murphy was murdered by Randy Allen Taylor. They also announced Taylor's indictment in connection with the homicide.

"A special grand jury was impaneled at my request to hear evidence and to consider indictments that I prepared," Martin said.

The grand jury indicted Taylor, 48, for multiple crimes, including abduction and first-degree murder in the death of the 17-year-old.

Alexis Murphy, a senior at Nelson County High School, was last seen by family members on Aug. 3,

Alexis Murphy 2013. Murphy's cousin, Tiffany Murphy, told The Huffington Post that the teen had left her house to go back-toschool shopping in Lynchburg, but never made it.

Authorities with the Nelson County Sheriff's Office obtained surveillance video from a Lovingston gas station that shows Alexis Murphy enter the station at about 7:15 that night.

Randy Taylor also was allegedly spotted in the same video footage.

Three days later, police in Charlottesville found the missing girl's white 2003 Nissan Maxima in a movie theater parking lot just outside of the Charlottesville city limits. The location is approximately 40 miles north of the gas station.

MURPHY, See page 12A

Tony Mack amount had been paid, according to prosecutors.

The allegations against the brothers read like a cheap crime thriller, filled with secret meetings and codes names like “Uncle

Page 8A

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Foreclosures Drop to Lowest Level in 7 years

By Blake Ellis NEW YORK -- The foreclosure crisis is showing signs that it's finally fading away.

The number of new foreclosure filings -- which includes default notices, auctions and bank repossessions -- dropped 15% to a total of 113,454 properties in November, according to RealtyTrac, an online marketer of foreclosed properties.

That was the biggest monthly decline since November 2010, and foreclosure filings are now at the lowest level since December 2006. From a year ago, filings are down 37%. "[T]he depth and breadth of the decrease provides strong evidence that we are entering the ninth inning of this foreclosure crisis with the outcome all but guaranteed," Daren Blomquist, vice president at RealtyTrac,

Foreclosure filings are now cember 2006. said in a statement.

Along with general economic improvements that have made it possible for homeowners to stay on top of mortgage payments, people are also trying harder to hold onto their homes as housing prices continue to rise.

at the lowest level since De"People have more to lose if they lose their home," said Jed Kolko, chief economist at Trulia.

While filings are much lower than the average of 300,000 filings per month during the height of the foreclosure crisis, they haven't FORECLOSURES, See page 12A

Why a Tenant Background Check is So Important

Identity Theft is absolutely rampant. According to security firm Lifelock. com, this type of fraud is the number one most reported financial/property theft in the US. Since the early 2000s, 37 states have created legislation outlawing "Identity Theft" as a separate, distinct crime. ID theft is now a $21 billion business, and says nearly 7 percent of American families are victimized every year and those numbers are growing, reports StatisticBrain. How does your tenant know the guy next door is not an escaped convict, a convicted armed robber, sex offender/child molester or murderer?

Your first concern, as a landlord/property manager is whether an applicant is a "good" tenant: someone who pays the rent on time, doesn't tear up the

property and doesn't cause problems for your other renters. The American Apartment Owner's Association (AAOA) says the best way to insure your applicant doesn't have a history of bad tenant behavior (and if he's not an escaped convicted serial killer) is through a tenant background check. You can do a limited check of somebody's background your-

self, but to get an accurate, in-depth and broad-based report on every possible aspect of the person's life, you'll need to buy a report from one of the thousands of background screening services in the market.

A Complete Background Check Report Within a complete professional Background Report, there are numerous component reports that most screening services, such as RentecDirect. com, allow you to order a la carte. Here are the most common reports that generally cover the needs of property managers: Credit Report By far the most requested report and probably the most useful, the Credit Report comes from three leading credit monitoring agencies: Equifax, Experian and TENANT, See page 9B

More Homebuyers Willing to Compromise

Faced with tight inventories of homes for sale, more buyers are realizing they may have to bend a little in order to get the home they want.

According to a new survey by the real estate brokerage Redfin, 35 percent of real estate agents said that buyers are now “willing to pay more” to find a home compared to this summer.

About 30 percent of agents also reported that buyers are more “flexible on features,” held “lower expectations” for how far their money would stretch, and were “looking to new construction” due to inventory constraints. Real estate agents also reported that homebuyers were more “prepared to waive contingencies” in order to win a bid.

Eighty-seven percent of the Redfin real estate agents surveyed cited “limited inventory” as the biggest challenge that homebuyers face nationwide.

While homebuyers may be getting more realistic about market conditions, the survey found that sellers are not. Sixty-three percent of agents said that sellers have “unrealistic expectations” about the value of their home. What’s more, 31 percent of agents say that sellers also are frustrated with the number of homes available that they would be interested in buying.

2013:

The Year of the Unemployed Worker (NewsUSA) - Despite the economic gains of the past year, millions of Americans are still spending a tremendous amount of time and energy trying to find a job. The ability to quickly apply to multiple positions online has made looking for work a fulltime job -- leading some to refer to 2013 as "The Year of the Unemployed Worker."

Beyond.com (a career network that connects job seekers to employers) recently conducted a national survey of unemployed Americans to determine what it was like looking for work in 2013 and to see how people felt about landing a job in the year ahead.

More than 2,300 unemployed people in various industries responded to the survey, which found that even though almost 80 percent of respondents had applied to jobs multiple times a week in 2013, fewer than 15 percent were able to secure more than

Will 2014 see a better job market than 2013? five interviews, and one- when success is hard to third (33 percent) reported come by -- and we are glad no interviews at all. And to see that the vast majoryet, the majority of unem- ity are entering 2014 with ployed (89 percent) said confidence." they were confident they'd To explore the outlook find a job in 2014. of those doing the hiring, "Our survey captured Beyond.com also asked the voice of the job seeker, HR professionals about and we believe it dispels their feelings on the year the myth that they aren't ahead. While 63 percent working hard to find a of those surveyed reported job," said Joe Weinlick, that they'd hired new peoVP of Marketing for Be- ple in 2013, most HR proyond.com. "The challenge fessionals (65 percent) said is maintaining confidence 2013, See page 9B

Ventura, California – The Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce that it has named Debbie De Vay as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective January 6, 2014.

Ms. De Vay previously served as Controller for the National Childhood Cancer Foundation (NCCF) in Arcadia, California. The NCCF is a nonprofit public benefit charity which raises funds from public and private sources and allocates those revenues to support clinical and biological research conducted at childhood cancer treatment and research centers throughout North America.

De Vay served for five years as NCCF’s Controller, where she managed the finance function and daily accounting operations for the nonprofit which has a staff of 135 and more than $12 million in assets.

De Vay has a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) with a concentration in Accounting from Argosy University. She earned a

Debbie De Vay Master’s degree in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Santa Clara University and is licensed as a Certified Public Accountant for the State of California.

Ms. De Vay has extensive experience at both for-profit and non-profit organizations, serving in various roles including accounting, finance and business administration.

CEDC welcomes Ms. De Vay into the CFO role, serving on CEDC’s senior management team, and leading an accounting staff of six. CEDC has total assets of more than $40 mil-

lion, with diverse business lines including affordable housing development, construction and property management with a property portfolio of 22 communities from Camarillo to Ojai.

With 85 employees, CEDC is the 16th largest non-profit organization in the tri-counties region (by revenue) with a mission of providing comprehensive housing services and community economic development activities, through a community building approach, that facilitate selfsufficiency for individuals and families who are most lacking in opportunity in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties and adjacent areas in Los Angeles County.

CEDC’s core program areas are: the development and construction of forsale and multi-family rental housing for very-low, low, and moderate income families; homeownership education, counseling, realty and lending; property management; and community building and neighborhood revitalization.

Brian Williams they offer high quality, well made products that African Americans love.

African Americans have a buying power of over 1.1 trillion dollars, which is enough to be the 16th largest economy on earth. "That type of buying ability is powerful," says Williams. "Directing this buying power towards African American businesses can not only build a stronger community, but also a stronger country. The positive effects can be astounding and we want to direct that to grow businesses on PurchaseBlack.com."

A few webstores on the site includes a skin care products company for men of color, an award winning hair care company, a natural hair and skin care company, and a new luxury clothing line that just recently launched, all of which are Black owned. "Since buying items on PurchaseBlack.com myself, I have thrown away several items I have gotten at a local mass retailer because the products from PurchaseBlack were just plain better for me. I believe it's because they are better suited for my unique needs as an African American."

Williams was inspired to start PurchaseBlack. com during his graduate MBA studies at the University of Texas. "The director of the Full Time MBA program at UT encouraged me when I asked to independently focus on African American business success. I discovered an opportunity to assist African American businesses and be an asset to the African BLACK, See page 9B

The Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation Names New CFO

Buy Black in the New Year

As the holiday shopping season comes to a close, PurchaseBlack.com wants shoppers to continue to support the African American business community and buy black in the New Year.

"After the gifts are given away, you are still going to have birthdays, need school clothes, hair conditioner, shaving products, and lots of other things throughout the year. Those things are available on our website because we want you to support African American businesses all year long," says founder Brian Williams.

His website, www.PurchaseBlack.com, is a platform where Black owned & Black servicing businesses sell their products directly through their own webstores similar to Amazon marketplace.

Categories include hair care, skin care, gifts, clothes, accessories, art and décor. PurchaseBlack chooses each company on the site through an application that is open to any business, as long as

Tri-County Sentry

Senior Living:

Page 9A

Winter More Brutal for Asthma and Allergy Sufferers

By Jason Alderman 457(b) or federal Thrift Savings plan remains unchanged at $17,500. Keep in mind these additional factors: • People over 50 can also make an additional $5,500 in catch-up contributions (unchanged from 2013).

• The annual limit for combined employee and employer contributions increased by $1,000 to $52,000.

• Because your plan may limit the percentage of pay you can contribute, your maximum contribution may actually be less. (For example, if the maximum contribution is 10 percent of pay and you earn $60,000, you could only contribute $6,000.)

Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). The maximum annual contribution to IRAs remains the same at $5,500 (plus an additional $1,000 if 50 or older – also unchanged from 2013). Maximum contributions to traditional IRAs are not impacted by personal income, but if your modified adjusted

JANUARY 17, 2014

Spotlight on Health:

Retirement Plan Limits Largely Unchanged in 2014 Anyone who's bought groceries, filled their gas tank or paid insurance premiums recently would probably be surprised to learn that, according to Department of Labor's Consumer Price Index for Urban Consumers (CPIU), the rate of inflation is relatively flat – only 1.2 percent from September 2012 to September 2013.

That's bad news for people who were hoping to boost their contributions to an IRA, 401(k) plan or other tax-advantaged retirement savings accounts, since the IRS uses the CPI-U's September yearover-year performance to determine whether or not to make cost-of-living adjustments to many of the retirement contributions you and your employer can make in the following year.

Here are highlights of what will and won't change in 2014: Defined contribution plans. The maximum allowable annual contribution you can make to a workplace 401(k), 403(b),

Friday

gross income (AGI) exceeds certain limits, the maximum amount you can contribute to a Roth IRA gradually phases out: • For singles/heads of households the phase-out AGI range is $114,000 to $129,000 (increased from 2013's $112,000 to $127,000 range). Above $129,000, you cannot contribute to a Roth.

• For married couples filing jointly, the range is $181,000 to $191,000 (up from $178,000 to $188,000).

Keep in mind these rules for deducting traditional IRA contributions on your federal tax return: • If you're single, a head of household, a qualifying widow(er) or married and neither spouse is covered by an employer-provided retirement plan, you can deduct the full IRA contribution, regardless of income.

RETIREMENT, See page 9B

(NewsUSA) - As the winter months drag on, cabin fever sets in for many people. However, being cooped up inside is even harder for people suffering from asthma and allergies because more time indoors means greater exposure to indoor allergens. Although mold, pet dander and dust mites are often blamed for sneezing and itchy eyes this time of year, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) warns that winter pests such as cockroaches and rodents can also be common asthma and allergy triggers.

"The saliva, urine and fecal droppings from cockroaches and rodents contain allergen proteins known to elicit allergic reactions and asthma attacks," said Dr. Jorge Parada, medical advisor for the NPMA. "During the winter months, cockroaches and rodents seek shelter from the elements inside homes, thereby increasing allergic reactions among those people who suffer from allergies and asthma."

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), cockroach allergens are present in 63 percent of American

Watch out for winter allergy and asthma triggers. homes, and mouse allergens in 82 percent. Moreover, the number of homes containing cockroach allergens increases to as many as 78 to 98 percent in urban areas.

"It's important for a person suffering from allergy or asthma symptoms to see his or her doctor. A medical professional will be able to test for a cockroach allergy, as well as other common allergens," Parada advised. "Although there is no cure for asthma, asthma can be controlled through medical treatment and management of environmental triggers. A doctor may recommend the use of antihistamines and decongestant medications to manage symptoms, and

may also prescribe an antiinflammatory medication and bronchodilators."

The NPMA recommends the following tips to help keep allergy-causing pests out: • Seal cracks and holes around the outside of the home, including utility pipes.

• Properly ventilate basements and crawl spaces to prevent moisture buildup.

• Keep counters free of crumbs, and vacuum floors often to reduce the accumulation of allergens.

• Keep garbage in a sealed container, and dispose of it regularly.

• Pay extra attention to kitchens and bathrooms -especially under appliances WINTER, See page 9B

gether. Sometimes, it mutates and the patients that are infected with the strain

usually develop AIDS within five years. Typically, in the older strains of the virus, it takes much longer than that.

The good news is that despite the fact that patients are developing AIDS much quicker, the current medications available for treatment are still effective against the new strain.

Experts say that it's just a matter of time before the new strain spreads to other parts of the world, including the US and Europe.

Is High Blood Pressure Okay Scientists Discover New HIV Strain for Some People?

By Felicia Vance If you’re older than age 60 and have high blood pressure, you might want to check with your doctor about a recent update for managing the condition.

That’s because according to new research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, a committee of experts determined it’s OK for older folks to have a higher blood pressure reading.

The group of 17 hypertension experts said they now believe that the initial, systolic component of a blood pressure (BP) reading—the top number—can be about 10 points higher than was previously considered the gold standard.

In the past, most doctors aimed to keep a patient’s blood pressure below 140 for the systolic reading and 90 for the diastolic—the bottom number. But after combing through mountains of data from the past 30 years, experts found

Researchers have uncovered an aggressive new strain of HIV in GuineaBissau, a West African country. The new strain, discovered in 2011 and called A3/02, has been shown to cause people to contract AIDS almost two years faster.

According to researchers, the new strain has so far only been found in GuineaBissau. It apparently forms when two strands of HIV that are most common in that country are fused to-

that the systolic number can actually be higher, especially for older folks who can remain healthy with a 150/90 reading.

Experts predicted the guidelines will affect millions of people currently being treated for high blood pressure who may now be able to go off their medications. (Hypertension is usually controlled by combining a healthy diet with medication to ward off strokes, heart attack, kidney failure and death if the illness is left

untreated.)

But the experts stressed that these guidelines only apply to people 60 and older. “There is insufficient evidence in hypertensive persons younger than 60 years for a systolic goal, or in those younger than 30 years for a diastolic goal,” experts stated in the report.

“The panel [still] recommends a BP of less than 140/90 for those groups.”

Studies show 9 out of 10 African Americans with hypertension develop early heart disease.

Everyone’s Living Longer -But Especially Women, Study Says

As the global life expectancy rises, women are outliving men and outpacing them as centenarians.

A Canadian study found the number of people living to 100 and beyond has risen over 70 percent in the last 15 years. Researchers from the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences looked at data from approximately 1.8 million people 65 and over and found that the number of centenarians in Ontario has risen from 1,069 in 1995 to 1,842 in 2010. What’s more is that a staggering 85 percent of these centenarians are women.

“Our study highlights that older people are living longer, and women make up

a significant proportion of centenarians,” lead author Paula Rochon said in a release. “The predominance of women among those of advanced age challenges us to consider tailoring health and social care to meet their particular needs.”

Researchers also looked at the health care services provided to the older adults as well as their living arrangements. Over 95 percent of the individuals saw a primary care physician in the year preceding the study and many were prescribed preventive medications like statins.

Global life expectancy has risen from 64 in 1990 to 70 in 2010, according to the World Health Orga-

nization. While women are expected to live four years longer than men at birth, the findings are some of the first to look at a large population of centenarians and their health habits. Experts believe women outlive men due to a delay in the onset of cardiovascular health issues like heart attack and stroke, compared with men.

Rochon hopes the findings will help improve health care strategies for the aging population and also help policy makers.

“We need a better understanding of who centenarians are, and how and when they use the health care system in order to improve their health service delivery,” Rochon said.

Meditation May Reduce Mild Depression, Anxiety

By Steven Reinberg Daily meditation might help some people relieve anxiety, depression and pain, Johns Hopkins University researchers report.

Many people meditate in an attempt to reduce stress and stress-related health problems. But whether this centuries-old approach to greater self-awareness has actual medical benefits isn't really known.

For this study, published online Jan. 6 in JAMA Internal Medicine, researchers reviewed 47 prior studies that looked at meditation's effect on various conditions that included substance abuse, eating habits, sleep, pain and weight in addition to depression and anxiety.

"The maximum strength of evidence we found was moderate for anxiety, depression and pain; low for some others and insufficient for the bulk of outcomes we evaluated," said lead researcher Dr. Madhav Goyal, an assistant professor of medicine. He noted, however, that few trials included people with a clinical diagnosis of anxiety or depression.

Meditation, said Goyal, "is an active training of the mind to increase awareness, MEDITATION, See page 9B

Mammograms in Ventura County Information provided by Ventura County 2-1-1

Free mammograms St. John's Medical Center 1-800-511-2300 Free mammograms for low income, uninsured and under-insured Conejo Free Clinic 805-497-3575 Low income uninsured or under-insured women age 40+ mammograms Every Woman Counts Screening and Referral 805-981-5221 Low cost to no cost mammograms Ventura County Public Health 1-888-2855012 Sliding fee scale, state funded, Medi-Cal mammograms Planned Parenthood 1888-898-3806 Free, Sliding scale, Medi-Cal, no one turned away due to inability to pay mammograms Clinicas Clinics: El Rio Office 805-436-3444 Fillmore Office 805-524-1263 Maravilla Office 805-488-0210 Newbury Park Office 805-498-3640 North Oxnard Office 805-988-0053 Ocean View Office 805-986-5551 Oxnard Office 805-487-5351 Santa Paula Office 805-933-0895 Simi Valley Office 805-522-5722 Ventura Office 805-659-0560 Ojai Valley Office 805-640-8293

Page 10A

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Tech News

How Developers Want to Make Apple's New Promise to Women and Minorities You a Cyborg in 2014

By Malathi Nayak SAN FRANCISCO Wearable computers like Google Glass and the Samsung Galaxy Gear watch may not have caught fire yet, but that hasn't stopped mobile game developers from rushing to create apps for the new devices, eager to seize what they hope is the next big moment in consumer technology.

Niccolo DeMasi, the CEO of mobile games maker Glu Mobile, compares the potential of wearables to that of Apple Inc's iPhone launch in 2007 - an event that was the catalyst to create much of the mobile app world that exists now.

DeMasi and others are betting that by developing compelling apps designed with the wearables' special features in mind, they can create overwhelming demand for the products.

"A whole new app ecosystem is going to be born," said Shawn Hardin, chief executive officer of Mind Pirate, which will release "Global Food Fight," its first game for Google Glass, this month.

"Those who are going to make that happen in a big

way are going to be valuable companies because of it, and those who wait too late won't be a part of it."

The market for mobile game apps is expected to grow to $17 billion this year from just $6 billion in 2010, analysts said, and wearables could fuel growth in the years to come.

An array of new smartwatches and devices like fitness tracker Fitbit will go on display at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, heralding a potential breakthrough for the devices in 2014.

Google Glass is expected to launch broadly

sometime this year. So far, its user-testing version has only been available at a $1,500 price to about 15,000 developers and consumers who registered to be part of its early adopter program.

Galaxy Gear smartwatches from Samsung have garnered mixed reviews since their September launch, and consumers have not warmed to them yet.

Wearable computing devices basically function as mini-computers, mainly strapped on a user’s wrist or face, though they may end up being worn on other parts of the body, too.

As smartphones begin to render low-end cameras obsolete and Netflix continues to upend the DVD and Blu-ray market, it’s clear the technology landscape will look dramatically different in the near future.

Here are five tech products we predict will go the way of the dodo in the next

half-decade.

Blu-ray/DVD players Netflix, Netflix, Netflix. Amazingly, the entire demise of Blu-rays and DVDs (and Blockbuster) are due to one company.

There were other players in the cultural shift to streaming movies, but Netflix is the iTunes of movies

on demand. Funny enough, iTunes offers movie rentals as well.

Stand-alone in-car GPS units In a little over six years, over 1.3 billion iPhone and Android smartphones have been sold around the world, and all of those devices have access to mapping software. Combine that with the propagation of in-car GPS systems, and it spells a swift demise for the stand-alone GPS units for vehicle dashboards, which saw widespread success in the early and mid-2000s.

Dial-up Internet Yes, dial-up Internet is still around, and people still use it. In fact, 3 percent of Americans still use dial-up Internet. That’s 9 million people, equal to the population of New Jersey. Only 65 percent of Americans currently have broadband connections. Thanks to the necessity of the Internet and new alternatives for connecting to the Internet at faster speeds, this won’t be the case for long.

Low-end digital cameras We have Apple to thank for this one. The 2010 release of the iPhone 4 and its game-changing camera forced the mobile industry to step up camera quality to the point that it has rendered sub-$200 pointand-shoot cameras all but obsolete.

Car keys One of the quickest and least discussed changes to happen over the last few years is the reduction of physical car keys and the introduction of smart keys in a number of new vehicles by manufacturers.

With benefits like keyless entry, push to start, driver profiles and remote start, buyers of newer vehicles have enjoyed the benefits of the new smart system.

Five Tech Products That Will Be Dead in Five Years

By Lydia O'Connor In response to complaints from major shareholders, Apple has vowed to diversify its nearly allwhite, all-male Board of Directors with a tweak to its corporate charter.

The added language reads: “The Committee is committed to actively seeking out highly qualified women and individuals from minority groups to include in the pool from which Board nominees are chosen.”

The change follows diversity concerns raised by shareholders Trillium Asset Management LLC and the Sustainability Group, which objected to former Avon CEO Andrea Jung being the eight-person board’s only woman and sole ethnic minority.

Over the past months, Apple representatives have discussed these concerns with the shareholders. The issue was set to be put to

Members of the media review the new iPhone 5c and 5s during a new product announcement at Apple headquarters. (Photo Credit: Marcio Jose Sanchez) vote at the shareholders equipped to capitalize on meeting in February, but global opportunities and plans were dropped upon avoid missteps that may Apple amending the charter. not be apparent to a more The pledge, sharehold- homogeneous group,” ers say, is simply business Larisa Ruoff of the Sussavvy. tainability Group said.

“We live in an increasJung is the only noningly complex global mar- white board member in Apketplace, and the compa- ple’s history and only the nies that can hire, attract second woman, following and retain women and Katherine M. Hudson, who people of color are better served from 1994 to 1997.

By Ryan Nakashima LAS VEGAS — Roku Inc. is launching a line of TVs that play video from services like Netflix without requiring a set-top box.

While similar to smart TVs on the market, Roku's Internet streaming platform has some 1,200 apps and offers a more comprehensive selection of niche content.

The Saratoga, Calif.based streaming set-top box pioneer is partnering with two of the biggest Chinese TV makers in the world, TCL Corp. and Hisense International Co. Ltd. on six models. It plans to showcase them at the

annual gadget show in Las Vegas, International CES. The Roku TV will also offer users a way to access

feeds from regular live TV providers and to connect to other devices such as Bluray disc players.

By Betsy Isaacson The largest, most spectacular TVs in the known universe are currently all in one place: the Las Vegas strip, which is glowing more than usual as light from a thousand gadgets illuminates the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Along with solarpowered cars and 3D-printing pens, CES always holds a host of beastly, enormous TVs, each claiming to do something more mindblowing than the last. We've collected some of the most genuinely fantastic TVs from this year's conference for reader perusal.

Flat screen television manufacturer Vizio revealed a 6 feet high, 9 feet wide Ultra HD TV. ("Ultra HD," for those unfamiliar, means it's four times the resolution of HD.) According to the Baltimore Sun, Vizio was reluctant to say the creation is the largest Ultra HD TV at CES -- claiming other TVs might surpass this one in coming days.

OLED TVs (OLED stands for "Organic LightEmitting Diode) don't need backlighting; a thin, flexible OLED screen will glow simply by having electricity run through it. This

allows OLED TV manufacturers like LG to put out thin, gorgeous screens that curve, allowing for a "a more immersive, glarefree experience," according to NBC News. LG's largest curved screen on display is 77 inches wide -- that's more than 6 feet from end to end.

Samsung's Smart TVs can't match Vizio's for sheer scale -- but they're desirable, nonetheless, as the linchpin of Samsung's new "Smart Home." The "Smart Home" allows homeowners to control gadgets all over their house via television

or (when on the go) smartphone -- you can check the TV to see when the laundry's done, for example, or use a smartphone to flick off the lights after you've left the house.

The sad fact about Ultra HD (also called 4K) is that it usually isn't affordable unless you already own a private jet. Not so with Toshiba's "entry level" 4K TV, a 55-inch (yeah, that's nearly 5 feet) Ultra HD monster that's supposedly going to be the "affordable" entry in Toshiba's Ultra HD lineup.

Only problem is, the price hasn't been released yet.

Roku TV Will Stream Video Without Set-Top Box

Meet The New Gigantic TVs That Make Your Gigantic TV Obsolete

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Commentary “Race War” at Fox News

Conservatives Embrace Selective Stupidity

George E. Curry In 2013, race still mattered – especially at Fox News. According to MediaMatters, the watchdog group, last year was a banner period for race-baiting at Fox. “Viewers who spent 2013 absorbed in Fox News might be under the impression that an all-out race war has erupted across the nation this year, thanks to the network’s coverage of everything from voter fraud to Santa Claus echoing one common theme: white folks are being victimized in Obama’s America,” an analysis of coverage on the network concluded.

The review showed that Fox, the nation’s toprated cable network with 1.76 million daily viewers, routinely exploited racial fears to boost its ratings.

“Fox became obsessed with black crime rates in the summer of 2013, when Floridian George Zimmerman went on trial for the 2012 murder of AfricanAmerican teenager Trayvon Martin, whom Zimmerman shot and killed while he was walking home from a convenience store.

Zimmerman, identified as white Hispanic, alleged that he shot Martin in selfdefense, and was not subsequently arrested or charged with any crime until a sig-

nificant public outcry made the story national news,” MediaMatters noted.

“Fox immediately began running defense for Zimmerman in what became a red meat story for the network – an opportunity to justify right-wing gun culture and stand your ground laws, stoke fears about the dangers of black youth, and paint white-onblack crime as exceedingly rare and usually justified while black crime is exploding.”

When Fox wasn’t fear mongering about Black crime, the report stated, it was supporting voter ID laws that suppress the African-American vote.

“2013 marked a unique year with regard to free and fair elections in the United States. In June, the conservative bloc of the U.S. Supreme Court disregarded history, legal precedent, and congressional intent in a 5-4 Shelby County decision that gutted the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA).

Weeks later, thousands of Americans gathered with civil rights leaders in the nation’s capital to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington – a 1963 march that featured Martin Luther King, Jr’s “I have a dream” speech and helped lead to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and

Lee A. Daniels

aforementioned VRA,” the analysis recounted.

“The summer’s Shelby County decision paved the way for Republican-controlled state legislatures to continue pushing through voter ID laws, a movement purporting to fight voter fraud that in fact disenfranchises Democratic voting blocs, particularly minorities, by imposing stringent prerequisites to vote that many older and minority voters cannot easily meet.

Previously, such measures – in states with a history of disenfranchising minorities – required approval from the Justice Department before being implemented.”

The report noted that the Voting Rights Act’s preclearance provision had been invoked more than 700 times between 1982 and 2006 to prevent racially discriminatory voting proposals to go into effect.

“Perhaps the one story that best encapsulates the way Fox News goes out of its way to paint a distorted image of the crossroads of race and crime in America, it’s the network’s coverage FOX, See page 9B

and those who believe in global warming is that Jesus will return.” Donald Trump, with his usual carnival-barker gusto, tweeted, “This very expensive GLOBAL WARMING (his emphasis) [expletive] has got to stop.”

All three ignored the obvious: that both incidents are the kind of things that usually happen in the winter in the northern United States, and in the frozen expanses of the Antarctic and thus aren’t likely to indicate anything, one way or the other, about decades- and centurieslong climatic patterns.

Last year Paul Krugman, the Princeton professor and New York Times columnist, attributed such behavior to what he calls a “widening ‘wonk gap’ – the G.O.P.’s near-complete lack of expertise on anything substantive.”

But Krugman and other political analysts have also noted something else behind this seeming selective stupidity – that the conservative movement’s political actions are being grounded more and more in religious belief.

That development was underscored by the Pew Research Center’s late December release of their new survey of the “Public’s Views on Human Evolu-

tion.” What their research showed was that while Americans’ views on evolution as a whole are about the same as four years ago, the proportion of Republicans who reject the theory of evolution and say human beings have always existed in their present form has sharply increased.

The survey found that while 54 percent of Republicans said they believed in evolution four years ago, only 43 percent now do.

Nearly half – 48 percent – now express a belief in creationism, compared with 39 percent four years ago.

Those percentage swings differ sharply from the stability of views of the rest of the American public, regardless of how they’re differentiated: Overall, six in 10 Americans believe in evolution; one-third does not. Roughly two-thirds of both those who identify themselves as Democrats and those who identify themselves as Independents believe in evolution, findings essentially unchanged from 2009.

A key answer to the striking movement of Republicans on evolution lies CONSERVATIVES, See page 9B

Charter Schools in Wisconsin -- A Great Alternative

Walter Fields demn the actions of this young man, and mourn the death of an innocent bystander, but we had better come to terms with the degree to which many young people harbor deep resentment and anger over their nothingness in our nation.

Decades of indifference toward youth, and specifically young Black boys and men, has resulted in generations of young people who internalize any slight as threatening the little shred of humanity they possess. It is why the most innocuous comment can trigger the most extreme reaction. In communities where so little regard is shown for young people, they protect the only thing they have left – their dignity – at any and all cost.

This is not just a streetlevel reality; it persists in homes and schools.

The belligerence of many young people in family environments is the direct result of their feeling belittled and abandoned.

So many of our youth are raising themselves and forced to go it alone, that any suggestion of behavior modification is taken as a personal affront. The same goes on in the classroom.

Stories of student rage and violence directed at teachers is often rooted in the

A virus has been sweeping through the ranks of the conservative movement in recent years – and it seems to be getting worse with each passing week.

By that I mean that in a number of areas conservatives have been deliberately rejecting widely-accepted facts in order to cling to old, or embrace new, bizarre notions that further their political agenda. In other words, their behavior doesn’t stem from the kind of “ignorance” that is simply not knowing something.

Rather, they willfully reject a particular knowledge because they just don’t want to believe it.

For example, last week’s snowstorm that slashed across the northern Midwest and the northeast and, half a world away, the trapping in ice in the Antarctic of a research ship on a mission to investigate climate change provoked some conservatives to claim they represented damning evidence against assertions of global warming. “‘Global warming’ isn’t so warm these days,” Louisiana Republican Rep. John Fleming felt compelled to tweet. Erick Erickson, the widely-read conservative blogger, waxed theological: “The difference between people who believe in the 2d coming of Jesus

Beyond the Rhetoric:

Killing and Dying for Respect There was some disbelief over social media when it was suggested the accused shooter of two Newark, New Jersey youth was prompted by the suspect’s feeling disrespected.

The suspect, a 15 year-old boy, is reported to have been angry because he believed two other young men had ‘hit’ on a girl he was dating. The boy’s rage resulted in the death of a 13-year-old girl, Zainee Hailey, who was struck by a stray bullet while taking out the trash on Christmas night. Another victim, a target of the shooter and one of the boys the suspect alleged to have acted disrespectfully toward him, died of his injuries. The third victim was shot in the neck and seriously injured.

While so-called crimes of passion are not rare, many adults can’t fathom how a child could be driven to kill because of being slighted. It seems inconceivable to many people that being “dissed” could trigger such a violent response, let alone the actions of a teenager over youthful romance.

However, to dismiss the importance of “respect” among youth, particularly Black boys, is to miss the larger issue of social disconnection. We can con-

Page 11A

Harry C. Alford

young person’s sense of being disrespected by an authority figure; the same tension that often surfaces during interactions with police. It could be the tone that is used by the adult, the body language or words spoken in a way that conveys the message that the young person is viewed as inferior.

It is why youth to youth interactions turn deadly. If you are not being respected by adults who are expected to demonstrate civility, you sure are not going to let a peer put you down. The alternative, perhaps walking away, is viewed as an act of submission, of cowardice that buys you nothing on the street except more abuse. If you can’t protect your personal “space,” you begin to question your very existence. And in a day and age when life is viewed through the shortest lens by many young people, the learning curve is irrelevant since there is no sense of the possibility of a tomorrow or adulthood.

To grasp the magnitude RESPECT, See page 9B

Across the nation our public schools are not performing as they should or as they used to. There is so much attention given to improving our public schools but the successes are far and too few. According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy, American literacy rates have not changed in over ten years. With all the attention we are giving to public education there is just no improvement by using the traditional methods. Just reading alone is a factor in national security, economic attainment, access to health care and the chance of full participation as a 1st class citizen. According to the US Department of Justice, “The link between academic failure and delinquency, violence, and crime is welded to reading failure”. Yes, 85 percent of all juveniles in our juvenile court system are functionally illiterate.

Over 70 percent of inmates in our prisons cannot read above a fourth grade level.

As the great Booker T. Washington stated, “We cannot be truly free without an education.” We as a nation must come up with new direction as the same old methods are failing us while education levels and literacy in many

rival nations are improving and pulling away from the achievement of US schools. Alas, the state of Wisconsin has stepped up and created an alternative.

The state legislature of this progressive state has authorized a comprehensive Charter School Program.

The state has three types of charter schools.

The first is a basic Charter School. Here is the definition: “Charter schools are public, nonsectarian schools created through a businesslike contract or “charter” between the charter governance board and the sponsoring school board or other chartering authority. The Wisconsin charter school law gives charter schools freedom from most state rules and regulations in exchange for greater accountability for results. The charter defines the missions and methods of the charter school. The chartering authority holds the school accountable to its charter. The charter school motto is Autonomy for Accountability.”

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction justifies the above via this explanation: “Wisconsin established charter schools to foster an environment for innovation and parental choice. They can exist as living laboratories that

influence the larger public school system and introduce an element of competition within that system.

Charter schools are created with the best elements of regular public schools in mind. Their leaders may experiment with different instructional theories, site-based management techniques, and other innovations. They learn, sometimes by trial and error, what works best for their student population. Regular schools can observe and learn from what happens in the charter school and make similar improvements.

Through this process, the entire public school system is continually challenged to improve itself.”

They also demand parental involvement. Parents can participate in choosing upcoming curriculum changes, technology methods and encouraging the entire community to stay involved with all school programs and give input for new direction.

It must be working! The greater Milwaukee area has 37 charter schools running with many more on WISCONSIN, See page 9B

Page 12A

Tri-County Sentry

LEGOHN From page 1A Mr. Legohn is a phenomenal band director who introduces his students to the beauty of music. He has the ability to take beginner, intermediate, and experienced musicians and turn them into a successful band. Mr. Legohn has shown that music is so much more than notes on a page.

Mr. Legohn has always been the teacher that goes above and beyond. He is consistently at school early and stays late. He inspires his students to work hard and to be the best that they can be. And that is why Fundi Legohn was voted Music Teacher of the Year by 805s Got Talent.

GORELL From page 1A of projects and are also assigned clerical tasks. Qualified candidates must be able to balance multiple projects simultaneously, possess strong writing, reading, and problem-solving abilities; have basic computer skills and ability to use Internet search engines, database management systems, and programs in the Microsoft Office suite; maintain professional etiquette as a representative of an elected state legislator both inside and outside the office.

Applicants are asked to call (805) 482-1904 or email stephanie.butts@asm.ca.gov.

LEAD From page 1A affect nearly every system in the body, but because it often occurs with no obvious symptoms, it frequently goes undetected.

“Far too many households in Ventura County have children living in them who are being exposed to lead,” said Dr. Robert Levin, Ventura County’s Public Health Officer. “Childhood lead poisoning poses a significant health risk and this money will provide us with the necessary resources to finally indentify and abate lead paint hazards effectively.”

The County of Ventura will be responsible for administering its lead-abatement program, which will include: public education; homeowner outreach and enrollment; contractor outreach and workforce development; prioritization of homes for inspection and remediation according to the Court’s criteria; performing, and/or contracting for, inspections, risk assessments and remediation; design of all hazard-control plans for each property designated for hazard control; and oversight and quality control of contractors. Further information can be found within the accompanying information package prepared by the firm of COTCHETT, PITRE & McCARTHY, LLP, the County’s outside counsel for this case.

HARRIS From page 1A Feigel, 50, and Craig Merrill Mortensen, 60, all of Fresno, were arrested today and charged with 288 felony counts including perjury, filing false court records and preparing false evidence. Cambria Lisa Barton, 21, remains at large.

All were booked into the Fresno County Jail on bail ranging from $27,500 to $1,795,000 and face restitution payments of at least $3.5 million.

According to the Attorney General’s filing, the Barton family, along with Vedenoff, Sandra Barton’s boyfriend, allegedly worked with two lawyers, Mortensen and Feigel, to identify seemingly abandoned residential properties and file for adverse possession of the property in court in order to obtain title.

Once a Barton family member obtained ownership, the property would then allegedly be restored and was typically sold or rented.

Under California law (Code of Civil Procedure 325), an individual can claim adverse possession of real property if he or she has occupied or claimed it continuously for at least five years and paid property taxes for that period of time, among other requirements.

According to the Attorney General’s filing, since 2006, Barton family members and their attorneys allegedly provided factually impossible and knowingly fraudulent evidence and statements in court under penalty of perjury in order to obtain at least 23 residential properties in nine counties. These counties include: Fresno, Kern, Los Angeles, Madera, Merced, Santa Barbara, San Mateo, Sonoma and Tulare.

The alleged scheme was uncovered when Nancy Zelepsky, the true owner of a residence in Santa Barbara County, sought an equity loan in 2010 and contacted a title company in order to determine if there were any liens against her property.

Zelepsky was notified that Sandra Barton had been listed as the deed holder of the home in July of that year through documents filed by Mortensen. After seeking assistance from the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County, a court determined that Sandra Barton’s prior claim to the property was

Friday

fraudulent and restored ownership to Zelepsky. The court then notified the California State Bar regarding Mortensen and the California Attorney General’s office opened an investigation in June 2011.

This case was headed by Attorney General Harris’ Mortgage Fraud Strike Force, which was created in May 2011 to investigate and prosecute misconduct at all stages of the mortgage process.

Sandra Barton faces a maximum state prison sentence of approximately 103 years, Mortensen faces 108 years, Feigel faces 15 years, Christopher Barton faces 7 years and Vedenoff faces 8 years.

The Attorney General’s Office was assisted in this case by the State Bar of California, Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office, Kern County Sheriff’s Department, Clovis Police Department and Fresno Police Department.

Please note that a complaint contains only allegations against a person and, as with all defendants, those named here must be presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

A copy of the Complaint is attached to the electronic version of this release at: oag. ca.gov/news.

PEOPLE From page 2A given specific tasks to complete. And, while good leaders encourage followers, insecure people need constant feedback and assurance, which can be exceptionally time demanding for leaders.

Religious or Traditionalist – This may not be the right word, perhaps risk-averse would be better, but leadership always involves change… Always.

Without change there is no need for leadership. So, those who cling so tightly to the past are harder to lead to something new.

There is nothing wrong with tradition or with enjoying the memories of the past. It’s when someone’s love of our history prevents them from embracing their future that it becomes difficult leading them.

Self – The hardest person to lead is almost always our self. If we could always perform as we want others to perform, we’d be better leaders. In fact, most of us would be excellent leaders.

I’m sure I missed some. The fact is everyone can be difficult to lead at times and during seasons. It’s what makes leadership fun, right? Seriously, all of these scenarios and types of people serve a role. Whether or not they prove to be a good fit for your team, they sharpen our skills of leadership.

You can here Pastor Lonnie every Sunday on Keyt 3 (ABC) at 1:30am and 6am also at the Miracle Center Ventura CA www.miraclecenterventura. com. 805 644-7722 Lonnie G. McCowan is pastor at The Miracle Center of Ventura, in Ventura, CA. He can be contacted through email at lonnie100@msn.com or by visiting www.miraclecenterventura.com.

CASINO From page 2A the Casino gaming includes petite casino buffet, play money, opportunity drawing entry for a variety of prizes, plus great music, a silent auction, and more.

“This is going to be an exciting event, and spaces are filling up quickly, so be sure to register now to reserve your space”, said Event Chair and Corporate Sponsor Fred Thomas of Aaron, Thomas & Associates.

Generous thanks is given to the event sponsors including Waste Management, Troop Real Estate, Lost Canyons Golf Club, Aaron Thomas & Associates, Victory Web and Graphics, and Simi Valley Buick/GMC. To RSVP or for more info, call the Club at 805-527-4437, click www.bgcsimi.com or email bgcofsv@bgcsimi.com.

FORD From page 2A and Kennedy Center Partner in Education teaching artist, Ford knew early on what he wanted to do after seeing a puppet show while still a youngster: he was bitten by the puppetry bug! Ford designs and constructs all of his Golden Rod Puppets as well as the beautiful sets that surround them. Now a resident of Asheville NC, Hobey also draws on his early experiences growing up in coastal Connecticut or living in a Nevada Native American community in writing the scripts for some of his performances such as “Whale Walker” and “Turtle Island Tales.”

Tickets are $8 for children and $12 for adults and are available at Ojai Coffee Roasting, by phone at 646-8907 or online at ptgo.org LEADER From page 2A the artists’ work. FOTM was founded by the current Executive Director, Donna Granata.

According to Granata, “Hasan’s insight and experience will be an asset to us all.” Board President James Easton reiterated, “He will be a great addition”. More information about

JANUARY 17, 2014

the organization is available at the website: http://www.focusonthemasters.com/ Hasan is the owner and principal engineer of the Ventura firm of Hasan Consultants, which provides services in civil and environmental engineering, traffic and transportation, and surveying. More information about the firm is available at hasanconsultants.com. The company’s office is at 2436 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura.

ALERT From page 3A drive, CD or similar device and then delete the tax information from your hard drive. Store the CD or flash drive in a safe place, such as a lock box or safe. If working with an accountant, ask about what measures they take to protect your information.

• Use a locked mailbox and don’t leave your mail in it for long periods of time. Take your mail that contains sensitive information (bills, tax returns) to the post office.

• If your SSN is stolen, reference the California Attorney General’s Identity Theft First Aid page for instructions on what to do: www.oag.ca.gov/ idtheft/first-aid.

You may have a tax identity theft problem if you receive a letter from the IRS or FTB stating that: • you filed more than one tax return, • someone has already filed using your information, • you have a balance due, refund offset or have had collection actions taken against you for a year in which you did not file a return, or • you received wages from an employer for whom you have not worked.

If you receive such a letter (not an email) from the IRS or FTB, immediately contact the agency’s identity theft unit: Internal Revenue Service: phishing@irs.gov IRS Identity Protection Specialized Unit 1-800-908-4490 California Franchise Tax Board: www.ftb.ca.gov/individuals/id_theft.shtml#ID ID Theft Resolution Coordinator 1-916-845-3669 Additional Resources: Internal Revenue Service Identity Theft web pages: www.irs.gov/uac/Suspicious-eMails-and-Identity-Theft and www.irs.gov/uac/Indications-your-identity-may-havebeen-stolen-and-how-to-reportit-to-us Franchise Tax Board Identity theft web page: www.ftb.ca.gov/individuals/ id_theft.shtml#ID California Attorney General Identity Theft Protection and First Aid: http://oag.ca.gov/ idtheft Federal Trade Commission Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week: http://www.consumer.ftc. gov/features/feature-0029-taxidentity-theft-awareness-week For more information on how to identify and protect yourself from identity theft visit Attorney General Harris’ website.

WEED From page 3A marijuana will encourage more young people to smoke pot instead of exploring things more constructive and challenging.

Meanwhile, Ruth Marcus, who also acknowledges having smoked her share of pot in days now associated with “polyester,” worries about data showing that the pothead teen often lowers his IQ permanently.

This is hardly a new take on the matter. Mark Kleiman, a UCLA public-policy professor and a leading voice and author on the drug war, has long been convinced that legalization will raise addiction rates, and encourages more carefully targeted enforcement efforts.

To anyone who supports the end of the war on drugs—and opposes legalization in states like Colorado—views like Kleiman’s and the others’ can’t help but seem like a bucket of cold water.

Here we all are, excited about the “ Hamsterdam (Preview) ” vision from the third season of The Wire coming true, in which the cops allow drugs to be sold in a carefully policed setting instead of endlessly rounding up the Bodies and Wallaces. And then here come these pundits and professors worried about increased addiction rates—it feels abstract, soulless.

Which is why it’s too bad they’re probably right. It’s how I felt when I debated Kleiman a while back. The burden is on the rest of us to explain why, if drugs were legal, more people wouldn’t use them.

But there’s more to the issue than this. People like Kleiman, Brooks and Marcus have little reason to consider that the war on drugs is the main obstacle, in our times, to getting past race in any real way. Running a society requires hard choices, and for me, quite frankly, that is a social priority to the extent that I consider possible rises in usage and addiction rates collateral damage in comparison.

It’s pretty simple: Because drugs are illegal, one can sell them for a huge markup, and that means you can make a living, or even get by, helping to sell drugs instead of getting a legitimate job. That black market stands as an eternal temptation—often quite a rational one—for a young black boy stuck in a lousy school and growing up in a tough neighborhood. Two things result.

One is that for this boy, negative interactions with often surly white cops are the main contact he ever has with the world outside his neighborhood. Hence, generations of young black men who feel like aliens in the only country they will ever know.

TAX From page 3A Oxnard, Catholic Charities in Moorpark, SurePath Financial Solutions in Camarillo, Santa Clara Valley Neighborhood for Learning in Santa Paula, Many Mansions in Thousand Oaks, and at the Job & Career Centers in West Oxnard, Ventura and Simi Valley. The public is asked to call 2-1-1 beginning January 21 to schedule an appointment first before stopping by any of the ten Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) locations throughout Ventura County.

Some of the VITA locations do not accept walk-ins.

Tax filers must bring a social security card or an ITIN for each family member, W-2 forms for all jobs worked in 2013, all 1099 forms for other income earned, photo identification for each adult filing, child care provider information, and a cancelled check for direct deposit of refund. Bringing a prior year tax return is helpful.

Back again this year, is an online strategy available for individuals who prefer to file their own income tax returns using www.myfreetaxes.com/VenturaCounty. This is an easy-to-use, interview-based software that allows eligible taxpayers to prepare and file for free their federal and state taxes online. The target population for this program are single filers with W2 income only, who are computer savvy, and possess an email address.

Last year (from February through April) a total of 52 volunteers prepared 1,586 tax returns at nine Volunteer Income Tax Assistance sites located throughout Ventura County. A mobile team strategy was also utilized to reach communities with limited access to the nine permanent sites. The number of returns prepared in 2013 represented a 32 percent increase over the prior year. The total amount of tax refunds to clients last year was $2,282,958.

Ventura County Financial Empowerment Partnership members include United Way of Ventura County, the Business and Employment Services Department of the County of Ventura’s Human Services Agency, Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation, and the IRS. STUDY From page 5A do so. At the UC for every 100 Black women who graduate, only 46 Black men do so.

Slightly more men than women, across all ethnic groups (except Latinos), enroll in community colleges, where there is not a major gap in completion rates -- which are very low across the board for all students and have been in decline since 2006.

Young men of all ethnic groups not only are performing worse than their female peers but also worse than their fathers before them in terms of actual degree attainment, according to the report. Among the generation older than 55 years of age, men have higher levels of educational attainment than women. This trend shifts among the younger generation--women of all races/ethnicities between 25and 34-years old are more likely than their male peers to have an associate degree or higher by an average of eight percentage points.

“These disparities must be narrowed so that California’s young men have the skills necessary to participate in the workforce and contribute to a robust economy for the state’s future,” said Michele Siqueiros, Executive Director of the Campaign for College Opportunity.

For the complete “The State of Higher Education in California: The Gender and Racial Gap Analysis,” report,visit http:// www.collegecampaign.org/resource-library/our-publications/.

SCAMS From page 5A of a scholarship program, you can contact the Better Business Bureau in the city where the scholarship service is located, or the FTC. 3. Be suspicious of banks that charge large upfront fees in exchange for low interest rate loans: Besides scholarships, other forms of financial aid generally come from the government in the form of grants or loans you receive in your financial aid package after filling out the FAFSA. If you plan to take out pri-

vate bank loans, make sure you deal with a trusted bank and understand any fees and interest charges you will incur.

4. Don’t send a deposit for an apartment before visiting in person: If you’re not planning to live in your college’s dorms, it can be a challenge to arrange housing for school – even more so when you live in a different state or country. Many international and out-of-state students will search for apartments online and might be tempted to send a deposit without actually seeing the place firsthand, especially if it seems to be an amazing deal.

If you think you might be caught in a scam, your state department of consumer protection and state attorney general’s office are trusted institutions you can turn to. The National Consumer League’s Fraud Center will also investigate and advocate on your behalf.

If you receive a strange email or phone call, write down the contact information of the organization contacting you and talk to an adviser at your school before you give out any financial or personal information.

Don’t be afraid to report a scam if you think you might have been victimized. You might be able to help other students avoid falling into the same situation.

RAMP From page 5A the most challenging backgrounds and circumstances become successful, productive and responsible adults,” said Tim Blaylock, chief professional officer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme. “These are young people who have lost their way but have great hope for the future; they just need a caring adult to help guide them down a new path to a better and brighter future.”

Service clubs like the Lions, Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs are encouraged to help identify additional mentors for this important program.

For information on how you can make a huge difference in this community and on training for either mentorship program, please contact Erin Antrim at 483-1118 ext 305 or eantrim@ bgcop.org.

BROWN From page 6A with the initiative approved by voters in 2008.

A $24 billion proposal to build two massive tunnels for shipping water from Northern California to Southern California has drawn opposition from the delta region and conservationists. And his landmark sentencing overhaul to address a federal court order on prison reduction is giving fodder to Republicans who raise the specter of a rising crime rate.

None of those concerns is likely to be enough to derail his path to re-election, though.

Brown has proven to be politically adept, persuading voters in 2012 to approve Proposition 30, which temporarily raises the state sales tax and income taxes on the wealthy. The infusion of an extra $6 billion a year helped the balance the state budget and allowed him to score points with the public by giving more money to schools.

He also had the good fortune to take office as the national economy was beginning to rebound and after voters approved an initiative allowing the state budget to pass with a majority vote in the Legislature rather than a two-thirds supermajority.

With Brown’s fellow Democrats controlling the Legislature, the change ended the political gridlock faced by his predecessor, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.

OBAMA From page 7A They cut the deal months ago, but the administration took some time to vet the nominees.

The president formally submitted them to the Senate last month, but they were returned when Congress adjourned for the year. Obama resubmitted them on Monday.

The package deal means all six nominees -- four of whom are GOP picks and two of whom are Democratic picks -can move forward. The White House appears to have gotten the short end of the stick, but at the least, it allows some Georgia nominees to move forward after years of going nowhere.

A source familiar with the situation, who requested anonymity, said Democrats angry about the package arrangement were pushing to leave all six of the slots vacant instead of taking the deal, which was unacceptable to the White House.

MACK From page 7A also known as “The Fat Man” and “JoJo,” pleaded guilty in December 2013 to two counts of extortion.

Prosecutors accused them of trying to conceal their activities by avoiding meetings in City Hall, which is near the federal courthouse, and instead gathering at Giorgianni’s residence, his steak house and restaurants

in Atlantic City.

Mack, 48, took office in 2010. He faced a stalled recall effort in 2011, and the City Council has since repeatedly failed in its efforts to cut his $126,000 annual salary by as much as half.

HUDSON From page 7A detention and, since becoming involved, he has helped over 20,000 children develop the practical skills and techniques to overcome obstacles in life as illustrated through the best and most intellectual visual aid, the chessboard.

After moving to the Atlanta area in 2001, Hudson launched “Be Someone”, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit foundation that uses numerous tools, including the game of chess, to promote selfesteem, responsibility, and analytical thinking to underprivileged youths. He has touched numerous young lives and has been relentless in his pursuit of reaching more young people and introducing them to the game that changed his life. His teaching methods are designed to share something positive to inner city kids where the focus is discipline and patience required by the game of chess.

For more details about Orrin Hudson and his Be Someone organization, visit www.BeSomeone.org.

ALEXANDER From page 7A Paying a $150,000 bond in November, Alexander was released and given home detention, according to station WAWS. “She continues to demonstrate her utter disregard for conforming her behavior to the rules ... [others] must abide by,” state prosecutors wrote in a motion filed.

Her lawyers argued that the prosecution wants Alexander locked up again, even though the state’s attorneys were aware she obtained permission to run household errands, MSNBC said.

MURPHY From page 7A Nelson police allegedly have video footage of Taylor at an adult novelty store, that was taken the same day Murphy disappeared, but the timing on the video is unclear. The shop, police said, is just two miles from the movie theater where Alexis Murphy’s car was found.

Authorities ultimately searched Taylor’s Lovingston home, but whether they found anything related to the case remains unclear. The search warrant, as well as affidavits in the case, have been sealed. Hearings related to the case have also been closed under court order.

FORECLOSURES From page 8A quite recovered to the level of around 86,000 that was seen in 2005 and 2006, before the housing bubble burst. And certain markets, like Florida, Delaware, Maryland and South Carolina, are still struggling with high rates of foreclosures.

“While foreclosures will likely continue to stage a weak rally in certain markets next year as the last of the distress left over from the Great Recession is dealt with, it is highly unlikely that there will be a foreclosure comeback that poses any major threat to the solid housing recovery that has now taken hold,” said Blomquist.

WORD-FINDS, From page 5A

SUDOKU, From page 5A

CROSSWORD COMPANION, From page 5A

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Entertainment News

Page 13A

Alicia Keys Out As BlackBerry's Aretha Wants to Cover Beyonce’s Song 'Creative Director'

Alicia Keys, we hardly knew ye as Blackberry's "creative director." The singer and the smartphone maker are parting ways after just one year.

BlackBerry bestowed Keys with the creative director title in January 2013, at a big launch of the company's new BlackBerry 10 operating system. But on Thursday, the company said it had "completed our year-long collaboration" with Keys.

BlackBerry (BBRY) declined to comment specifically as to why the relationship came to an end.

Her stint officially wraps up on January 31.

Lately it's become popular for tech companies to sign on celebrities as "creative directors," which some see as glorified spokespeople. Lady Gaga holds the position at Polaroid, while will.i.am holds that title at Intel (INTC, Fortune 500).

In addition to the BlackBerry 10 launch, Keys also backed company initiatives including the "Keep Moving Project," in which the singer invited fans to send photos of themselves to be used in one of her

Alicia Keys and former BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins one year ago, during happier times. music videos. BlackBerry also highlighted Keys' work with the BlackBerry Scholars Program, a scholarship for women studying science, technology, engineering and math.

But Keys made few public appearances beyond those initiatives, and the struggling BlackBerry got into even more trouble as the year wore on.

BlackBerry 10 phones sold poorly, and the company was forced to take a nearly $1 billion writedown on unsold devices in September. That same month, the company announced it would cut 4,500 jobs -- or 40% of its work-

force -- and that it would seek a buyer to take it private. But in November BlackBerry abandoned its plans to sell the company and ousted CEO Thorsten Heins.

With such serious issues at hand, BlackBerry seemed to have little need for a celebrity creative director.

Keys herself landed in hot water after sending a tweet from an iPhone (AAPL, Fortune 500) instead of a BlackBerry just days after her appointment to creative director; she later said her account was hacked.

Sasheer Zamata Joins 'SNL' Cast Amid Controversy Over Black Women

By Ross Luippold "Saturday Night Live" will add Sasheer Zamata to its cast this month, according to a spokesperson for the show. Deadline first broke the news that Zamata will join the cast after months of press surrounding the lack of black women on the NBC sketch program.

Zamata comes to "SNL" from the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, the comedy collective co-founded by "SNL" alum Amy Poehler that has served as a training ground for many young comedy stars.

"SNL" currently has no black women in the cast, a fact that received criticism from the press as well as within its own cast. After Kenan Thompson vowed to no longer portray black

Sasheer Zamata women in drag, many questioned whether the show would indeed add a black woman in order to portray celebrities such as Beyonce and First Lady Michelle Obama. (Only four black women have been in the "SNL" cast after nearly 40 years.)

In a break with the tight-

lipped secrecy typical for "SNL" casting decisions, word broke that the show's producers were indeed auditioning black women for a mid-season addition.

They also addressed the situation in the opening of an episode hosted by Kerry Washington this year, in which Washington was expected to portray several black female celebrities since nobody in the cast could do so.

Like many of the new cast members, Zamata has been tirelessly writing and acting in live and online comedy that has been written up in a variety of sources. Her work has attracted the attention of celebrities such as Lena Dunham, who tweeted one of her sketches last month.

Armond White Says He Didn't Heckle Steve McQueen

By Jake Coyle NEW YORK — Hollywood’s award season, never known for civility, is roiling from a heckling incident between “12 Years a Slave” director Steve McQueen and film critic Armond White.

At the New York Film Critics Circle Awards on Monday night, White allegedly jeered McQueen as “an embarrassing doorman and garbage man” while he was presented the best director award by Harry Belafonte. McQueen dismissed the outburst, apparently not bothered by it.

In an email to “12 Years a Slave” distributor Fox Searchlight, NYFCC chairman Joshua Rothkopf apologized to Fox Searchlight and McQueen for “the crass bit of heckling.” In the letter, first posted online by Deadline

Steve McQueen Hollywood, Rothkopf said he was “mortified” that it came from one of the group’s own members and pledged “disciplinary action.”

White, an editor for CityArts, is known for his contrarian film reviews.

He panned “12 Years a

Slave” as “torture porn.”

In response to questions by email, White disputed reports about his awardsnight behavior but declined to explain what he said of McQueen.

“The barrage of lies, misreporting, unsubstantiated sources and madeup quotes is dismaying,” White said. “The awards themselves, and the highlights of the evening, such as James Toback and Peter Bogdanovich’s praise for best-picture winner ‘American Hustle,’ have been forgotten in the melee.”

Founded in 1935, the New York Film Critics Circle is one of the most prestigious critics groups in the country, made up of 38 New York-area critics. White has previously served as chairman.

Aretha Franklin is the Queen of Soul but apparently Beyonce’s fans don’t care.

Beyonce’s loyal — and cutthroat! — fan base recently went in on Twitter after the “Respect” singer announced plans to remake “Bootylicious” on an upcoming cover album.

“It’s a concept CD,” Franklin told Billboard.

“They’re records that, musically, I respected and that I liked a lot and that I would love to have one go-’round with. I aspire for musical excellence. I have very high standards where music is concerned, and I’m looking for something I haven’t done, something that you haven’t heard and something

Aretha Franklin just absolutely smashing.” the 71-year-old songstress Along with prospective added, “I’m even thinking songs like Barbra Strei- of ‘Bootylicious,’” a track sand’s “People” and Donna penned by Beyonce and perSummer’s “Last Dance,” formed by Destiny’s Child.

Jennifer Hudson did something really awesome for her assistant this Christmas, and her assistant responded in an equally awesome fashion.

On Dec. 31, Hudson uploaded a video to her Instagram account that showed the moment her assistant, Walter Williams, found out she was buying him a house for Christmas.

Hudson and Williams met as kids while attending Yale Elementary School in Chicago, according to E! News. They've been through it all together.

After high school, he

Jennifer Hudson became her manager and tried to get her noticed by entering her in talent competitions at gay clubs, Wil-

liams told Entertainment Weekly back in 2009. He stuck with her through her "American Idol" auditions, even after she only placed seventh in the competition. ''I promised her that I wouldn't stop until the whole world saw her,'' he said. Despite all the fame, she hasn't changed. ''You know, out of all this, all the press and the accolades, she has remained true to herself. She's still the same sweet girl I met in grammar school. She's still Jennifer.''

In 2011, Hudson told the Advocate she considers Williams her closest friend.

mained for six consecutive weeks. The rollicking song was featured in a handful of commercials, rendering Kia

Motors America -- which included it in ads -- and Kobalt Music Publishing defenders in the suit as well.

Jennifer Hudson Did Something Awesome for Her Assistant

Rick Ross Sues LMFAO Over Lyric in 'Party Rock Anthem'

Rick Ross Rick Ross and LMFAO can't both be shufflin', according to a new lawsuit.

Ross is suing the electronic-rap duo, claiming they lifted the line "Everyday I'm shufflin'" for their 2010 hit, "Party Rock Anthem." Ross used the lyric first -- except his was "Everyday I'm hustlin'" -- in the 2006 song "Hustlin,'" which appeared on the rapper's debut album, "Port of Miami."

The Hollywood Reporter obtained a copy of the lawsuit, which claims, "The use of 'Hustlin' in 'Party Rock Anthem' is readily apparent, despite the slight change from 'Everyday I’m hustlin'' … to 'Everyday I'm shufflin'' … and constitutes, inter alia, the creation of an unauthorized derivative work."

Ross is accusing LMFAO, which includes Stefan Kendal Gordy (Redfoo) and Skyler Austen Gordy (Sky Blu), of "perform[ing] in a manner to sound like" his own track. The rapper is seeking an injunction and maximum statutory damages, according to THR. "Party Rock Anthem" reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, where it re-

Page 14A

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

(Photo Credit: Gary L. Harbour)

Links hold 13th Annual Youth Summit

Thousand Oaks, CA -The Channel Islands Chapter of The Links, Incorporated hosted their Annual Youth Summit on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at California Lutheran University located at 60 West Olsen Road. Students of all ages and parents were invited to join as they explored issues through a series of interactive group sessions and panel discussions.

The theme for this year was “It Really Does Take a Village: Closing the Achieve-

ment Gap”. Students attending the summit had the opportunity to sharpen their school and job skills as they attended workshops on topics including STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathmetics), health and nutrition, civic and community responsibility, closing the achievement gap, career planning, technology, as well as child advocacy and empowerment.

The Links, Incorporated is an international, not-for-profit corporation, established in

1946. The membership consists of 12,000 professional women of color in 276 chapters located in 41 states, the District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. It is one of the nation’s oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of extraordinary women who are committed to enriching, sustaining and ensuring the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African ancestry.

LINKS, See page 15A

(Photo Credit: Gary L. Harbour)

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Page 15A

Links hold 13th Annual Youth Summit

From page 14A

Page 16A

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Community Calendar Friday, January 17 The Interfaith Amigos at the Ventura Center for Spiritual Living. Pastor Don Mackenzie, Rabbi Ted Falcon and Imam Jamal Rahman - now known as the Interfaith Amigos - started working together after 9/11. Since then, they have brought their unique blend of spiritual wisdom and humor to audiences in the US, Canada, Israel-Palestine and Japan. The event will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 online in advance and $25 at the door. The center is located at 101 S. Laurel St., in Ventura. For more information, call (805) 643-1933 or visit www.interfaithamigos.com or www.venturacsl.org.

Friday, January 17 Exploring the Dark Side of the Universe at the Moorpark College Forum. Guest Speaker Dr. S. George Djorgovski, of CalTech presents the fascinating topic: “Dark Matter and Dark Energy.” There isn’t enough visible matter to hold the universe together; then what is? Dr. Djorgovski shows us the effects of the Dark-Side of the universe in an amazing Power Point presentation. The meeting is free and open to the public. The meeting will begin at 7:15 p.m. Donations are appreciated. Moorpark College is located at 7075 Campus Road, in Moorpark. For more information or directions go to www.VCAS.org or call 805-520-9666.

Saturday, January 18 A Training Workshop to launch the Ventura County chapter of Citizens Climate Lobby at Residence at Rincon-Vitova Insectaries, Inc. Peggy Mitchell, Southern California Coordinator for Citizens Climate Lobby, will facilitate learning for concerned citizens about the tools they need to make their voices heard by decision-makers in Washington. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Residence at RinconVitova Insectaries, Inc. is located at 108 Orchard Dr., in Ventura. For more information, call Jan Dietrick at (805) 6433640 or visit www.CitizensClimateLobby.org.

Saturday, January 18 “There is No Planet B: Stop the Madness!” A Climate Reality Project Presentation by Carol Kravetz at the Oxnard Public Library in Meeting Room B. This MLK weekend, come celebrate his life by learning about what we can do to fight the climate chaos! Join Carol Kravetz, an activist who was personally trained by Nobel laureate and former Vice President Al Gore, for a powerful introduction to the climate crisis. The event is co-sponsored by thee Ventura Sierra Club. The event will be from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The library is located at 251 South “A” St., in Oxnard.

Saturday, January 18 and Sunday, January 19 “Time in Motion” at the Hatlen Theatre. The performance is presented by Santa Barbara Dance Theater and the UCSB Department of Theater and Dance. Show time is 8 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $17 for the general public and $13 for seniors and students. The theatre is located on the campus of UC Santa Barbara. For more information, call (805) 893-3022 or visit www.theaterdance.ucsb.edu.

Saturday, January 18 through Monday, January 20 Tall Ships will be at the Channel Islands Harbor. Guest can tour and sail on the Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain. Admission is $3 for tours and $43-$63 for sailing. The harbor is located at 3900 Pelican Way., in Oxnard.

For more information, call (800) 200-5239 or visit www. historicalseaport.org.

Saturday, January 18 through Sunday, January 26 “Jesus Hopped the ‘A’ Train” at Flying H Group Theatre Company. The play is about the trial of a minor street thug trying to save a friend. The show contains adult language and is not recommended for children. Show time is 8 p.m. on Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays.

Tickets are $18 for the general public, and $15 for seniors and students. The theatre is located at 6368 Bristol Road, in Ventura. For more information, call (805) 901-0005 or visit www.flyinghgroup.com.

Sunday, January 19 New Trinity Community Church will hold a Pastoral Appreciation Service for Carlos D. Speights, Senior Pastor.

The service will begin at 4 p.m. The church is located at 315 N. Anita Ave., in Oxnard. For more information, call (805) 483-2819 or email ntccfamily@gmail.com.

Tuesday, January 21 and Tuesday, January 28 Oxnard Stars 2014 Track Sign-ups at the Oxnard High School cafeteria. Athletes from ages 6-15 years old are invited to be a part of the 2014 Oxnard Stars Youth Track Season. We are a non-profit youth track club servicing our local youth in Oxnard. Sign-ups will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Tuesday. Registration fees are $110 per athlete, for three or more is $95 per athlete, and *$75 for volunteer deposit per family. (*Refundable upon completion of your volunteer hours.) After January 28, fees are $115 per athlete.

Please bring your child’s birth certificate and fees. For more information, visit www.oxnardstars.org.

Friday, January 24 Forever Tango at the Fred Kavli Theatre. Show time is 8 p.m. Tickets are $79, $59, $49, and $39. Ticket prices include a facility charge. The theatre is located t the Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd., in Thousand Oaks.

For more information, call (805) 449-ARTS or visit www. civicartsplaza.com.

Wednesday, January 29 Pink at the Honda Center, in Anaheim. For more information, call (800) 745-3000.

Monday, February 3 Music Exposed will at the Ventura College Performing Arts Center-Main Auditorium. Professor Leslie Drayton will host the event. The event will begin at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 for the general public and $10 for students and faculty. The center is located at 4700 Loma Vista Rd., in Ventura.

Thursday, February 20 B.B. King at the Canyon in Agoura Hills. For more information, call (818) 879-5016.

Ongoing Meetings BAPAC, a political action group, meets on the third Monday of each month at Bethel A.M.E. Church, 855 South “F” Street in Oxnard at 7 pm.

The Ventura County Chapter of the NAACP meets on the fourth Friday of every month at the Performing Arts Center. Meetings begin at 8 p.m. For more information call (805) 485-0449.

California Lotto Winning Numbers

Mega Millions

SuperLotto Plus

Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Saturday, January 11, 2014 04 69 23 26 62 09 43 35 05 11 Mega 13 Mega 4

Pop Wut U Got-Dinner Theatre

February 14, 2014 Dinner Theatre for the Family 1777 Statham Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93030 Dinner at 6:00pm Show at 8:00pm Dinner and Show $30 Show Only $20

POP WUT U GOT is a comedic tale about two rival dance groups who strive to attain superiority while dealing with Jamie and Donna Crockett, life’s tumultuous turns. Geared members of toward youth, the play also St. Paul Baptist Church speaks to the heart-wrenching effects of bullying in high school and sheds new light on the individuals who suffer from it. Don’t miss this inspirational message that has something for the whole family.

For ticket and show information, contact Jamie and Donna at crockettcrocit@yahoo.com or call (805) 984-7124

Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church

God Our Father-Christ Our Redeemer-Man Our Brother

Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 a.m.

Adult Sunday School Class: 9:00 a.m.

Youth Sunday School: 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 1:00 & 7:00 p.m.

Women’s Thursday Night Bible Study: 6:00 p.m.

Helen Kelly Adult Day Care Center: Mon.-Wed. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

855 South “F” Street Oxnard, CA 93030 805-486-6477

Rev. Robert L. Cox, Pastor

Park Avenue Church of Christ Sunday Bible Study: 10:00 a.m.

Worship: 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Leander Jackson Minister

630 So. “A” Street Oxnard, CA 93030 (805) 486-7667

Galatians 4:16 - Am I therefore become your enemy, because I tell you the truth?

St. Paul AME Church Are you in a spiritual rut?

What do you need to let go of?

What do you need to move on to?

Reverend Jeffery Clark PASTOR

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Bible Study Thursday Evening at 7:00 p.m.

502 Olive Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (805) 962-1189

SENTRY TRI-COUNTY

1200 N. Ventura Rd., Ste. G Oxnard, CA 93030 Phone: (805) 983-0015 Fax: (805) 983-0018 E-mail Articles: sentry1234@aol.com Advertising:

advertising@tricountysentry.com

Peggy Hunt, Publisher

peggy@tricountysentry.com

Shé Onakomaiya, Co-Publisher shay@tricountysentry.com

The Tri-County Sentry is a subsidiary of Hunt Communications, LLC. The Tri-County's only minority female owned community newspaper. All articles are welcomed and should not exceed 700 words. They must include name, address and phone number. All submissions become the property of Tri-County Sentry. The editor reserves the right to edit all articles submitted. The publisher assumes no responsibility for the opinions of the writers or advertisers.

Member: California Newspaper Publishers Association(mp); West Coast Black Publishers Association; National Newspaper Publishers Association; California Black Media

Oxnard Fire News On January 10, 2014, the Oxnard Fire Department responded to a structure fire in 2000 block of Walden Street at 12:59 AM. Crews arrived minutes later and observed flames coming out from the garage of a single family residence. Three Engines, a Ladder Truck, Rescue, Battalion Chief, Ambulance and Fire Investigator responded to the incident. The fire was under control within minutes, with crews checking for extension into other areas of the home. The fire was contained to the garage. The rest of the home suffered moderate heat and smoke damage. Seven people were displaced (5 adults, 2 children). No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire was found to be an electrical malfunction in the garage. Estimated damage was $175,000.

For further information contact Sergio Martinez, Fire Marshal (805)385-7720. sergio.martinez@ ci.oxnard.ca.us

News from the D.A. District Attorney Gregory D. Totten announced that Dominic Luiz Rice, of Oxnard, pled guilty to the crime of voluntary manslaughter in violation of Penal Code section 192, for the death of John Henry. Rice and Mr. Henry were neighbors in a homeless encampment near Fifth Street and Harbor Boulevard in Oxnard. A sudden quarrel arose between the two of them and Rice ultimately used a golf club to kill Mr. Henry. Judge Charles Campbell accepted the plea which includes a stipulated sentence that Rice serve seven years in the California Department of Corrections and serve a three-year period of parole upon his release. Rice will be sentenced on February 11,2014, at 8:30 a.m. in courtroom 45.

Get the Scoop on Crime!

On January 2, officers were dispatched to a residence in West Oxnard regarding a domesitc dispute involving a firearm. Officers contacted a 43-year old female and were told that the female's ex-boyfriend, Oscar Olivas Campos, had forced her into his vehicle.

The victim said she was driven across Oxnard against her will and later released. Campos was said to be in possession of a handgun during the incident. On January 3, officers located Campos driving a tan 2004 Cadillac Escalade in the 200 Block of Cooper Road and took him into custody without incident. A loaded handgun and methamphetamine were located in the vehicle. Persons with information about this incident are encouraged to call the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740.

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

JANUARY 17, 2014

Page 1B

New Trinity Community Church Holds 5th Annual Pastoral Celebration

Pastor C.D. Speights, New Trinity Community Church, and Lawrence Lee

Pastor John B. Bledsoe, Nikyra Hale, Amiah Hale, Lazandria Richey and Evangelist Darrell Burch

Pictured from (l. to r.): Evangelist Darrell Burch, Zion Star Missionary Baptist Church, Altadena; Pastor John B. Bledsoe, Zion Star Missionary Baptist Church, Altadena; Pastor J.B. Williams, Calvary Baptist Church, Oxnard; Pastor Willie Gray, Simi Valley Second Missionary Baptist Church, Simi Valley; and Elder Curtis Page, Simi Second Missionary Baptist Church, Simi Valley Oxnard, CA – On Sunday, January 12, New Trinity Community Church, located at 315 N. Anita Avenue, held its second of three 5th Annual Pastoral Anniversary for Pastor C.D. Speights. This year’s theme was “Our Pastor, A Leader of Unwavering Faith.” Guest speaker for the celebration was Pastor Willie Gray of Simi Valley Second Missionary Baptist Church. Pastor Gray read from I Corinthians 15:58: “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.”

The purpose and occasion for a pastor’s anniversary celebration is to show gratitude and appreciation to the church’s pastor. The celebration signifies the day the pastor began working at the church to serve the Lord and members of the church. It was a very special day for the pastor and his wife.

Pastor John B. Bledsoe

Inez Lanns pictured with her beautiful daughter

Cathy Page, Ethel Gray, Barbara Bentley and Angela Craig

Pastor Willie Gray and First Lady Ethel Gray

Dorothy McDuffy, Nancy Jordan and Tiona Jones

Page 2B

TRI-COUNTY SENTRY

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-08209378-CH Order No.: 080055534-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/7/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): VIJAY SAIN, A MARRIED MAN Recorded: 4/17/2003 as Instrument No. 20030127215-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of VENTURA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/7/2014 at 11:00:00 AM Place of Sale: At the main entrance to the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $439,697.58 The purported property address is: 448 KENNEDY AVENUE, VENTURA, CA 93003 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 088-0-056115 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-08209378-CH . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of

the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney.

If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714730-2727 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA08-209378-CH IDSPub #0060806 1/17/2014 1/24/2014 1/31/2014 TCS14-0015TS(1) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-13561071-JB Order No.: 130101940-CA-API YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/8/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): DEBRA L. COPSEY, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 1/23/2004 as Instrument No. 20040123-0016797 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of VENTURA County, California; Date of Sale: 2/7/2014 at 11:00:00 AM Place of Sale: At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93003 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $397,256.69 The purported property address is: 169 WEST JANSS RD, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91360 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 522-0-123-205 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

Friday JANUARY 17, 2014

can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-13561071-JB . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney.

If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714573-1965 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA13-561071-JB IDSPub #0060892 1/17/2014 1/24/2014 1/31/2014 TCS14-0015TS(2) APN: 120-0-220-035 TS No: CA05002488-13-1 TO No: 1503012 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED November 9, 2005. 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 February 11, 2014 at 11:00 AM, at the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93003, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on November 15, 2005 as Instrument No. 20051115-0280758 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by RAMEEN MINOUI, A SINGLE MAN,

as Trustor(s), in favor of BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF EXHIBIT “A” PARCEL 1:AN UNDIVIDED 1/6TH FEE SIMPLE INTEREST AS A TENANT IN COMMON IN AND TO MODULE “H”, AS SHOWN ON THAT CERTAIN CONDOMINIUM PLAN FOR LOT 1 OF TRACT NO. 5313, IN THE CITY OF SAN BUENAVENTURA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 153, PAGES 61 THROUGH 63, INCLUSIVE, OF MAPS, WHICH CONDOMINIUM PLAN WAS RECORDED ON JUNE 29, 2005, AS INSTRUMENT NO. 2005158854 , OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, ALL IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM, THAT PORTION OF SAID MODULE “H” SHOWN AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN AS “ASSOCIATION PROPERTY”, AND UNITS 3701 THROUGH 3706, INCLUSIVE, OF SAID MODULE “H”, AS SHOWN ON SAID CONDOMINIUM PLAN FOR LOT 1 OF TRACT NO. 5313. ALSO EXCEPT THEREFROM, ALL OIL, OIL RIGHTS, NATURAL GAS RIGHTS, MINERAL RIGHTS, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES BY WHATEVER NAME KNOWN, TOGETHER WITH APPURTENANT RIGHTS THERETO, WITHOUT, HOWEVER, ANY RIGHT TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND NOR ANY PORTION OF THE SUBSURFACE LYING ABOVE A DEPTH OF 500 FEET, AS EXCEPTED OR RESERVED IN INSTRUMENTS OF RECORD. PARCEL 2: UNIT NO. 3706, OF MODULE “H”, AS SHOWN AND DESCRIBED IN SAID CONDOMINIUM PLAN FOR LOT 1 OF TRACT NO. 5313. PARCEL 3:THAT CERTAIN EXCLUSIVE USE ASSOCIATION PROPERTY PATIO AREA, IF ANY, LOCATED IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO THE PROPERTY AND SHOWN AND DESIGNATED IN THE ABOVEREFERENCED CONDOMINIUM PLAN WITH THE DESIGNATION “P”, AND/OR THAT CERTAIN EXCLUSIVE USE ASSOCIATION PROPERTY BALCONY AREA, IF ANY, LOCATED IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO THE PROPERTY AND SHOWN AND DESIGNATED IN THE ABOVE-REFERENCED CONDOMINIUM PLAN WITH THE DESIGNATION “B”, AND CONSISTING OF EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT(S) AS SHOWN ON THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN, FOR USE THEREOF APPURTENANT TO PARCELS 1 AND 2 ABOVE, AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATION AND THE CONDOMINIUM PLAN. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5680 DORSEY STREET, VENTURA, CA 93003The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $287,931.18 (Estimated).

However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank

specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Priority Posting and Publishing at 714573-1965 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA05002488-13-1.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: January 8, 2014 TRUSTEE CORPS TS No. CA05002488-13-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 Joseph Barragan, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.priorityposting. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Priority Posting and Publishing at 714-573-1965 TRUSTEE CORPS MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P1077790 1/17, 1/24, 01/31/2014 TCS14-0015TS(3) Trustee Sale No. 154743CA Loan No. 714129970 Title Order No. 1530851 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNIFIED SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04-03-2006.

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 02-072014 at 11 :00 AM, ALAW as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust, Security Agreement, Assignment of Leases and Rents and Fixture Filing (“Deed of Trust”) recorded 04-10-2006, Book -, Page-, Instrument 20060410-0076101 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of VENTURA County, California, executed by: RONALD B. STEIN, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as

Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, A FEDERAL ASSOCIATION, as original beneficiary, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., the current beneficiary to the Deed of Trust (“Beneficiary”), will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right. title and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances. to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees. charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: AT THE MAIN FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER HALL OF JUSTICE, 800 S. VICTORIA AVE. , VENTURA. CA Legal Description: PARCEL 6 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 3215, IN THE CITY OF MOORPARK, COUNTY OF VENTURA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS PER MAP FILED IN BOOK 40, PAGES 96 TO 99 OF PARCEL MAPS AND AS AMENDED IN BOOK 42, PAGES 27 TO 29 OF PARCEL MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM 50 OF ALL OIL, GAS, MINERALS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES IN AND UNDER SAID LAND, BUT WITH NO RIGHT OF ENTRY BENEATH A DEPTH OF 500 FEET BELOW THE PRESENT SURFACE OF SAID LAND, AS RESERVED BY LUCILIE M. CARUSCO, A SINGLE WOMAN, IN A DEED RECORDED AUGUST 30, 1983 AS DOCUMENT NO. 95371 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,563,063.21 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 5401 TECH CIRCLE MOORPARK, CA 93021 APN 511-0-070-540 Notice is further given pursuant to Section 9604 of the California Commercial Code, under that certain financing statement filed 06/03/2011 in the Office of the Secretary of State as Instrument Number 1172719271 and any amendments or modifications to either of them, that the Trustee will sell simultaneously with the above described real property covered by the Deed of Trust. at the same public auction and under a single bid, certain personal property covered by the security agreement in the Deed of Trust, given by the trustor to Beneficiary as secured party. The personal property to be sold is described as follows: ALL FURNITURE, FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, MACHINERY, MERCHANDISE, GOODS AND OTHER TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY OF NATURE OWNED

BY DEBTOR AND LOCATED ON OR USED IN CONNECTION WITH THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED, ALL ACCOUNTS, ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE, CHATTEL PAPER, MONEY, INSURANCE CLAIMS, GENERAL INTANGIBLES, CONDEMNATION AWARDS, CONTRACT RIGHTS, INSTRUMENTS, DOCUMENTS AND OTHER RIGHTS OF DEBTOR ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO DEBTOR’S OWNERSHIP OR OPERATION OF SUCH REAL PROPERTY, TOGETHER WITH ALL PROCEEDS, INCREASES AND PRODUCTS OF AN ACCESSIONS TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is, where is”, without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, encumbrances, condition, suitability for a particular purpose, or the location or existence of any personal property, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust and Security Agree-

ment, and any advances thereunder. This notice is given in compliance with a written request made to the Trustee by the Beneficiary. DATE: 01-07-2014 ALAW, as Trustee JANET GONZALEZ, ASSISTANT SECRETARY ALAW 9200 OAKDALE AVE. - 3RD FLOOR CHATSWORTH, CA91311 (818)4353661 For Sales Information: (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com ALAW IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P1077663 1/17, 1/24, 01/31/2014 TCS140015TS(4) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF BARBARA O’HAGAN CASE NO. 56-201400447157-PR-LA-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of BARBARA O’HAGAN. A Petition for Probate has been filed by JOYCE PLAYFAIR in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that STUART JACOBSON (A LICENSED PRIVATE PROFESSIONAL FIDUCIARY) be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held on Date: February 13, 2014 at Time: 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: J-6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, JJC - Probate.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Steven S. Feder, Esq. (CSB #108290) HATHAWAY, PERRETT, WEBSTER, POWERS, ET AL. 5450 Telegraph Road, Suite 200 Ventura, CA 93003 (805) 644-7111 Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 3T TCS14-0015P(5)

T.S. No. 2013-2274 Order No. 01180-69243 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/10/2007. 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. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publica-

tion of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: JOHN H. GARDNER Duly Appointed Trustee: S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Deed of Trust recorded 7/16/2007 as Instrument No. 2007071600139789-0 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, Date of Sale: 2/7/2014 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93003 Amount of unpaid balance and other reasonable estimated charges: $122,584.37 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1344 EAST HILLCREST DR. #31 THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362 A.P.N. 6700-340-315 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the trustee within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (714) 573-1965 or LOG ONTO or visit this Internet Web site WWW.priorityposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2013-2274.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 1/2/2014 S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, 31194 La Baya Drive, Suite 106 Westlake Village, CA 91362 (818) 991-4600 FRANCIS FRANCO, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P1077996 1/17, 1/24, 01/31/2014 TCS140015TS(6) Loan No. LITTLETON RESS Order No. 75219 A.P. NUMBER 579-0041-235 and 625-0-184315 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信 息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨 부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF IN-

TRI-COUNTY SENTRY APN: 158-0-282-095 TS No: CA08000757-13-1 TO No: 12-0125037 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED May 13, 2004. 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 February 4, 2014 at 11:00 AM, at the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93003, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on May 18, 2004 as Instrument No. 20040518-0137943 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by ANNIE L. RUDKIN, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for UNITED PACIFIC MORTGAGE as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2081 ALBORADA DRIVE, CAMARILLO, CA 93010 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $784,218.84 (Estimated).

However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge

you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Priority Posting and Publishing at 714573-1965 for information regarding the Trustee's Sale or visit the Internet Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08000757-13-1.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: December 30, 2013 TRUSTEE CORPS TS No. CA0800075713-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949252-8300 Lupe Tabita, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.priorityposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Priority Posting and Publishing at 714-573-1965 TRUSTEE CORPS MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P1076867 1/10, 1/17, 01/24/2014 TCS14-0006TS(1) File No.: 20131231-10019288-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: EL MERCADITO 1631 ROYAL AVE SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Lorena Martinez, 1631 Royal Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065 Full Name of Registrant Lorena Martinez 1750 Lee St Simi Valley, CA 93065 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 0410-02.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Lorena Martinez NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/31/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: RO Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0006

T.S. No.: 1306263CA Loan No.: 630437 A.P.N.: 619-0-050-065 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERENCED BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPY PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/21/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state of national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union,

or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: HEMANT A. DESAI AND BHAKTI H. DESAI, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, Duly Appointed Trustee: Seaside Trustee Inc., Recorded 5/1/2006, as Instrument No. 20060501-0092470, in book XX, page, XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of VENTURA County, California. Date of Sale: 1/31/2014 Time: 11:00 AM Place of Sale: AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE GOVERNMENT CENTER HALL OF JUSTICE, 800 SOUTH VICTORIA AVENUE, VENTURA, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,014,722.23.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1704 PEREGRINE CT., SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065. A.P.N.: 619-0-050-065. As required by California Civil Code Section 2923.5, the current beneficiary has declared to Seaside Trustee Inc, the original trustee, the duly appointed substituted trustee, or acting as agent for the trustee, that the requirements of said section has been met by one or more of the following: 1. Borrower was contacted to assess their financial situation and to explore the options for the borrower to avoid foreclosure. 2.

The borrower has surrendered the property to the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary or authorized agent. 3. Due diligence to contact the borrower was made as required by said Section 2923.5 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (855)986-9342, or visit this Internet Web

site www.superiordefault. com using the file number assigned to this case 1306263CA . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 1/2/2014.

Trustee Sales Information: 855-986-9342, www. superiordefault.com Seaside Trustee Inc., P.O. Box 2676, Ventura, CA 93014. By: Carlos M. Olmos, Office Clerk.

(01/10/14, 01/17/14, 01/24/14, SDI-6758) TCS14-0006TS(3) File No.: 20131219-10018805-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) BROTHERS CONCRETE PUMPING; (2) CONCRETE JUNGLE 71 W. CENTER ST. #B VENTURA, CA 93001 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Christopher B. Nuñez, 71 W. Center St. #B, Ventura, CA 93001 Full Name of Registrant Christopher Benjamin Nuñez 71 W. Center St #B Ventura, CA 93001 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1213-2013.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Christopher Benjamin Nuñez NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/19/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: WI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0007 File No.: 20131218-10018763-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: NEW TRINITY COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 315 NORTH ANITA STREET OXNARD, CA 93030 VENTURA COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: CA Return Mailing Address: New Trinity Community Baptist Church, 315 North Anita Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 Full Name of Registrant New Trinity Community Baptist Church 315 North Anita Street Oxnard, CA 93030 This Business is conducted by: A Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/19/1947.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Ezra E. Bell Jr NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/18/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: VI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0008

T.S. No.: 13-50802 TSG Order No.: 02-13022749 A.P.N.: 205-0-453-125 ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY PURSUANT TO CA CIVIL CODE 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件 包含一个信息摘要 참고 사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정 보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE

DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/20/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 1/31/2014 at 11:00 AM, Old Republic Default Management Services, a Division of Old Republic National Title Insurance Company as duly appointed Trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust, Recorded 12/28/2006 as Instrument No. 2 0 0 6 1 2 2 8 -0 0 2 7 1 5 7 0 0 in book --, page -- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by: MAYELA AGUIRRE, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., A CORPORATION as Beneficiary.

WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state).

At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4930 SOUTH G STREET, OXNARD, CA 93033 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 in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $354,077.78 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those

Friday JANUARY 17, 2014

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 (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 1350802. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

The Declaration pursuant to California Civil Code, Section 2923.5(a) was fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded on 8/26/2013 Date: 1/2/2014 Old Republic Default Management Services, A Division of Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee 500 City Parkway West, Suite 200, Orange, CA 928682913 (866) 263-5802 For Sale Information Contact: Priority Posting & Publishing (714) 573-1965 Heather Marsh, Assistant Secretary “We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.”P1077118 1/10, 1/17, 01/24/2014 TCS14-0008TS(1) Trustee Sale No. 1003178-5 Loan No: 0155982168 APN(S) 627-0-262-115 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注： 本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서 에 정보 요약서가 있습니 다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code §2923.3(d)(1).

The Summary will not be recorded pursuant to CA Civil Code §2923.3(a).

It will be mailed to the Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code §2923.3(d)(2).)

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED November 10, 2006. 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 January 31, 2014, at 11:00 AM, at the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA, FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on November 21, 2006, as Instrument No. 2006112100245869-0 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, CA, executed by: JAVIER OLIVARES AND ANEL OLIVARES, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, in favor of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3091 TRAVIS AVE, SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto).

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you

to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder`s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case 10-03178-5. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee`s Sale is estimated to be $652,266.62 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary`s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier`s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee`s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: 12/27/2013 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 11000 Olson Drive Ste 101 Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 916-636-0114 Rozalyn Tudor Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.priorityposting.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL__714-573-1965 P1076683 1/10, 1/17, 01/24/2014 TCS140008TS(2) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201400447030-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner BRYAN JOHN BERRI filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. BRYAN JOHN BERRI Proposed Name: to BRYAN JOHN VYRATH 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant

Page 3B

the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/14/14, Time: 8:30, in Dept.: 21 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JAN 03, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By DEBRA HEBERT Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014-4T TCS14-0008CofN(3) T.S. No. 0125001208 Loan No. 2010902276 APN: 636-0-133-025 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包 含一个信息摘要 참고사 항: 본 첨부 문서에 정 보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY MAILED TO THE TRUSTOR.] YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/24/2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 1/31/2014 at 11:00 AM At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA, Old Republic Title Company, as the duly appointed Trustee under Deed of Trust recorded on 05/14/2009, as Instrument No. 2009051400078432-0, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by: Herbert H. Hill Sr., a married man, as Trustor, Generation Mortgage Company, as Lender/Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States by cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California, describing the land therein: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real peoperty described above is purported to be: 766 Wishard Avenue , Simi Valley, CA 93065 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said sale will be made is an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principle sum of the note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of trust, to wit: $479,805.87 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

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

Page 4B

TRI-COUNTY SENTRY

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-13560919-AB Order No.: 8225394 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/7/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): BABETTE BOREN AND MORGAN BOREN, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 4/13/2006 as Instrument No. 20060413-0079637 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of VENTURA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/24/2014 at 11:00:00 AM Place of Sale: At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93003 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $653,036.61 The purported property address is: 4034 CALLE MIRA MONTE, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91320 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit “A” as attached hereto.

Assessor’s Parcel No.: 235-0-181-055 The land referred to in this guarantee is situated in the state of california, city of thousand oaks, county of ventura and is described as follows: Lot 339 of tract No. 2491-5, in the city of thousand oaks, county of ventura, state of california, as per map recorded in book 72 pages 90 to 94 inclusive of maps in the office of the county recorder of said county. Except one-half of all oil, gas and other hydrocarbon substances and other minerals but without the right to enter upon the surface of said land or the subsurface thereof to a depth of 500 feet below the surface per deed recorded december 29, 1967 in book 3241 page 33, official records.

Also except the interest reserved by S & S construction Co., a california corporation, in deed recorded july 26, 1979 in book 5449 page 800, official records which recites as follows: “excepting herein all coal, chemicals, petroleum, oil, gas, asphaltum, minerals and other hydrocarbon substances lying within and under that portion of said land which lies below a depth of 500 feet from the present surface thereof, without any right to enter upon or into the surface and top 500 feet of the subsurface of said land.”

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which

may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-13560919-AB . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney.

If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714573-1965 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-13-560919-AB IDSPub #0060348 1/3/2014 1/10/2014 1/17/2014 TCS14-0001TS(1)CR NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA13-591776-JP Order No.: 130180424-CAMAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/13/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and ex-

Friday JANUARY 17, 2014

penses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): KEVIN MILDBRANDT, AND MARTHA MILDBRANDT, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 4/28/2006 as Instrument No. 20060428-0091358 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of VENTURA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/24/2014 at 11:00:00 AM Place of Sale: At the main entrance to the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $575,405.08 The purported property address is: 2682 BOLKER DRIVE, PORT HUENEME, CA 93041 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 189-0-233-215 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-13591776-JP . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney.

If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLEC-

TOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714730-2727 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-13-591776-JP IDSPub #0060352 1/3/2014 1/10/2014 1/17/2014 TCS14-0001TS(2) Order No: 5914126 TS No: H11-01055 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT AND CLAIM OF LIEN YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT AND CLAIM OF LIEN, DATED 12/10/2010.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE is hereby given that Witkin & Neal, Inc., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to that certain Notice of Delinquent Assessment and Claim of Lien (hereinafter referred to as “Lien”), recorded on December 14, 2010 as instrument number 20101214-00196150-0 in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, California, and further pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded on 4/11/2013 as instrument number 2013041100066590 in said county and further pursuant to California Civil Code Section 1367.1 and those certain Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions recorded on 9/26/1994 as instrument number 94153829, WILL SELL on 1/23/2014, 11:00 AM At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA. at public auction to the highest bidder for lawful money of the United States payable at the time of sale, all right, title and interest in the property situated in said county as more fully described in the above-referenced Lien.

The purported owner(s) of said property is (are): Todd J. Harrison and Lynne Harrison, husband and wife as community property. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property is purported to be: 3139 Foxtail Ct , Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 , APN 569-0-122575. The undersigned trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Sale is: $12,461.57. The opening bid at the foreclosure sale may be more or less than this estimate.

In addition to cash, the trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn on a state or federal credit union or a check drawn on state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or the endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale shall be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Lien, advances thereunder, with interest as provided in the Declaration plus the fees, charges and expenses of the trustee. THIS PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD IN AN “AS-IS” CONDITION. This communication is from a debt collector. Witkin & Neal, Inc. is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you have previously received a discharge in bankruptcy, you may have been released from personal liability for this debt in which case this notice is intended to exercise the secured party’s rights against the real property only. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are

risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES: 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 714-573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site: www.priorityposting.com using the file number assigned to this case H1101055. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, the sale shall be subject to the following as provided in California Civil Code Section 1367.4(c)4: “A non judicial foreclosure sale by an association to collect upon a debt for delinquent assessments shall be subject to a right of redemption. The redemption period within which the separate interest may be redeemed from a foreclosure sale under this paragraph ends 90 days after the sale.” Dated 12/18/2013 Witkin & Neal, Inc. as said Trustee 5805 SEPULVEDA BLVD., SUITE 670 SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91411 (818) 845-8808 By: Susan Paquette Trustee Sales Officer THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P1075534 1/3, 1/10, 01/17/2014 TCS140001TS(3) File No.: 20131223-10018969-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: LOVETT SOAPS 3020 PENINSULA RD #547 OXNARD, CA 93035 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Shannon Lauder, 3020 Peninsula Rd #547, Oxnard, CA 93035 Full Name of Registrant Shannon Rose Lauder 3020 Peninsula Rd #547 Oxnard, CA 93035 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Shannon Rose Lauder NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY

CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/23/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: MC Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0001 FILE NO. 20131224-10018996-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: APRIA PHARMACY NETWORK, 2150 TRABAJO DR, STE A, OXNARD, CA 93030-8800 county of: VENTURA. The full name of registrant(s) is/ are: APRIA HEALTHCARE, LLC [DELAWARE], 26220 ENTERPRISE CRT, LAKE FOREST, CA 92630-8405.

This Business is being conducted by a/an: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name/ names listed above on: 07/01/2013.

I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares true, information which he knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). /s/ APRIA HEALTHCARE, LLC BY, ROBERT S. HOLCOMBE, EVP AND SECRETARY This statement was filed with the County Clerk of VENTURA County on 12/24/2013 indicated by file stamp above.

NOTICE-THIS FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED PRIOR TO THAT DATE. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name statement in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

LA1370554 TRI-COUNTY SENTRY 1/3, 10, 17, 24, 2014 TCS14-0002

T.S. No.: 13-49914 TSG Order No.: 02-13008846 A.P.N.: 078-0-143-115 ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY PURSUANT TO CA CIVIL CODE 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件 包含一个信息摘要 참고 사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정 보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/16/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 1/28/2014 at 11:00 AM, Old Republic Default Management Services, a Division of Old Republic National Title Insurance Company as duly appointed Trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust, Recorded 1/3/2006 as Instrument No. 20060103-0000324 in book --, page -- And Modified by Loan Modification Agreement recorded on 10/17/2008 in Instrument # 2008101700154710-0 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by: STEVE KASS, A SINGLE MAN, as Trustor, DOWNEY SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, F.A. as Beneficiary. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state).

At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust.

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4697 LOMA VISTA RD , VENTURA, CA 93003 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 in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied,

regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $451,639.60 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 1349914. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

The Declaration pursuant to California Civil Code, Section 2923.5(a) was fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded on 6/28/2013 Date: 12/27/2013 Old Republic Default Management Services, A Division of Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, as Trustee 500 City Parkway West, Suite 200, Orange, CA 92868-2913 (866) 263-5802 For Sale Information Contact: Priority Posting & Publishing (714) 573-1965 Heather Marsh, Assistant Secretary “We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.”

P1076665 1/3, 1/10, 01/17/2014 TCS140002TS(1) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. 7037.104278 Title Order No. NXCA-0117503 MIN No. APN 219-0-416-165 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/10/93.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in §5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other com-

mon designation, if any, shown herein. Trustor(s): KENNETH ALAN KEITH AND GLORIA JEAN KEITH, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 11/22/93, as Instrument No. 93-224458,of Official Records of VENTURA County, California. Date of Sale: 01/30/14 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort,1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura, CA The purported property address is: 831 BORREGO WAY, OXNARD, CA 93033 Assessors Parcel No. 219-0-416165 The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $67,228.53. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid, plus interest. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the beneficiary, the Trustor or the trustee.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 877-484-9942 or 800-280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site www.

USA-Foreclosure.com or www.Auction.com using the file number assigned to this case 7037.104278.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: December 27, 2013 NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC., as Trustee Bonita Salazar, Authorized Signatory 1241 E. Dyer Road, Suite 250, Santa Ana, CA 92705 866-387-6987 Sale Info website: www.

USA-Foreclosure.com or www.Auction.com Automated Sales Line: 877484-9942 or 800-2802832 Reinstatement and Pay-Off Requests: 866387-NWTS THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE ORDER # 7037.104278: 01/03/201 4,01/10/2014,01/17/2014 TCS14-0002TS(2) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201300446417-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner BERTHA ESPINOZA FOR LARRY DANNY ESPINOZA GARCIA AND JAZMINE GUADALUPE ESPINOZA GARCIA, MINORS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. LARRY DANNY ESPINOZA GARCIA b. JAZMINE GUADALUPE ESPINOZA GARCIA Proposed Name: to LARRY DANNY GARCIA ESPINOZA to JAZMINE GUADALUPE GARCIA ESPI-

TRI-COUNTY SENTRY T.S. No. 0125001208 Loan No. 2010902276 APN: 636-0-133-025 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包 含一个信息摘要 참고사 항: 본 첨부 문서에 정 보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY MAILED TO THE TRUSTOR.] YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/24/2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 1/31/2014 at 11:00 AM At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA, Old Republic Title Company, as the duly appointed Trustee under Deed of Trust recorded on 05/14/2009, as Instrument No. 2009051400078432-0, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by: Herbert H. Hill Sr., a married man, as Trustor, Generation Mortgage Company, as Lender/Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States by cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California, describing the land therein: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real peoperty described above is purported to be: 766 Wishard Avenue , Simi Valley, CA 93065 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said sale will be made is an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principle sum of the note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of trust, to wit: $479,805.87 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary,

trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting. com , using the file number assigned to this case 0125001208. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. This property which is subject to this Notice of Sale does not fall within the purview of California Civil Code Section 2923.5. Date: 12/31/2013 Old Republic Title Company, as Trustee 1000 Burnett Avenue, Suite #400 Concord, California 94520 (866) 248-9598 by: Melinda Theilen, Assistant Vice President P1076979 1/10, 1/17, 01/24/2014 TCS140008TS(4) SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER 56-2013-00444959-CUPO-VTA NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: JUAN CARLOS MORAESQUIVEL; GUSTAVO SALMANCA; STATE OF CALIFORNIA; The People of the State of California acting by and through the Department of Transportation, and DOES 1 THROUGH 100, INCLUSIVE YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF: JENNIFER L. KREWSKI, an individual NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response.

You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you.

If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

IT IS ORDERED that the service of the summons, citation, petition, and/or statement of damages in this action be made upon defendant/respondent/citee by publication thereof in Tri-County Sentry, a newspaper of general circulation published at Oxnard, California, hereby designated as the newspaper most likely to give notice to the party to be served; and that publication be made at least once a week for four successive weeks. Section 415.50 CCP. STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death) CASE NUMBER: 56-2013-00444959-CUPO-VTA To: Gustavo Salmanca Plaintiff: Jennifer L. Krewski seeks damages in the above-entitled action, as follows: 1. General damages a.

Pain, suffering, and inconvenience: $3,000,000.00 b. Emotional distress:

$3,000,000.00 2. Special damages a. Medical expenses (to date): $500,000.00 b. Future medical expenses (present value): $2,000,000.00 c. Loss of earnings (to date): $100,000.00 d. Loss of future earning capacity (present value): $1,400,000.00 e. Property damage: $40,000.00 Date: November 25, 2013 /S/Jill L. Friedman, Esq. The name and address of the court is: VENTURA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 800 South Victoria Avenue Ventura, California 93009 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Erik B. Feingold (CSB #168566) Jill L. Friedman (CSB #132906) MYERS WIDDERS GIBSON JONES & FEINGOLD, LLP 5425 Everglades St. Ventura, CA 93003 (805) 644-7188 Date: NOV 19, 2013 Clerk: MICHAEL D. PLANET Deputy: INA MUCKEY Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0008S(5) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DOLLIE DORRIS BRIGHT SILLIMAN CASE NO. 56-201400447044-PR-PW-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of DOLLY DORRIS BRIGHT SILLIMAN, ALSO KNOWN AS DOLLY BRIGHT CARTER SILLIMAN. A Petition for Probate has been filed by PAUL D. SILLIMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that PAUL D. SILLIMAN 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 on Date: 2-6-14 at Time: 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 E. Vineyard Ave., Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Justice Center.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Robert S. Waldo (CSB #39922) ROBERT S. WALDO, A LAW CORPORATION P. O. Box 715 Camarillo, CA 93011 (805) 482-8866 Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 2014 - 3T TCS14-0008P(6)

APN: 671-0-280-965 TS No: CA08001014-13-1 TO No: 1493948 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED September 11, 2003. 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 February 4, 2014 at 11:00 AM, at the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93003, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on September 24, 2003 as Instrument

No. 20030924-0363062 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, executed by CHRISTINE ZIMMERMANN, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of BENEFICIAL CALIFORNIA INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2462 PLEASANT WAY, UNIT J, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $225,703.31 (Estimated).

However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Priority Posting and Publishing at 714573-1965 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet

Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08001014-13-1.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: January 3, 2014 TRUSTEE CORPS TS No. CA08001014-13-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 Joseph Barragan, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.priorityposting. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Priority Posting and Publishing at 714-573-1965 TRUSTEE CORPS MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P1077269 1/10, 1/17, 01/24/2014 TCS14-0008TS(7) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TSG No.: 130167001 TS No.: 2720008151-F00 (THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY) NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED September 14, 2004.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On January 31, 2014, Sage Point Lender Services, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT drawn on a state or national bank, cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein.

All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN BELOW MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST Executed by: Maria M Jimenez, a married woman as her sole and separate property Recorded on September 22, 2004, as Instrument No. 20040922-0257461, of Official Records, in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, California Date of Sale: January 31, 2014 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: at the main entrance to the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 305 SOUTH 5TH STREET, SANTA PAULA, CA 93060 APN # 103-0-333-015 The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Sale is $220,861.90. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. If the

Friday JANUARY 17, 2014

Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to the return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 684-2727 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.LPSASAP.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 2720008151-F00. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: January 3, 2014 Sage Point Lender Services, LLC 400 Exchange, Suite 110 Irvine, CA 92602 949-265-9940 Edward Foster FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (866) 684-2727 or visit WWW.LPSASAP. COM SAGE POINT LENDER SERVICES, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. A-4436667 01/10/2014, 01/17/2014, 01/24/2014 TCS14-0008TS(8) File No.: 20131226-10019082-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MONICA TEURLINGS PHOTOGRAPHY 31356 VIA COLINAS #106 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91362 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Monica Teurlings, 6337 Daylight Drive, Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Full Name of Registrant Monica Teurlings 6337 Daylight Drive Agoura Hills, CA 91301 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2009.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Monica Teurling NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY

CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/26/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: VI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0009 File No.: 20131230-10019199-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: FICK REALTY 201 VIA LARA NEWBURY PARK, CA 91320 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Joseph Fick, 201 Via Lara, Newbury Park, CA 91320 Full Name of Registrant Joseph Charles Fick 201 Via Lara Newbury Park, CA 91320 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Joseph Charles Fick NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/30/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: ME Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0010

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 120084752 Title Order No. 12-0157059 APN No. 612-0-200-095 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/26/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed

by ADAM BERMAN, AND LEAH C BERMAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 07/26/2006 and recorded 8/1/2006, as Instrument No. 20060801-0161944, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, State of California, will sell on 02/13/2014 at 9:00AM, Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort 1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 Grand Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust.

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3109 RENEE COURT, SIMI VALLEY, CA, 930651161.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $657,742.86.

It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note,

Page 5B

plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

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 a property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the 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 1-800281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www. recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case 12-0084752.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

DATED: 03/04/2013 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281-8219 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.245221 1/10, 1/17, 1/24/2014 TCS14-0010TS(1) File No.: 20140103-10000123-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: BEAD GRATEFUL 667 W. RODERICK AVE OXNARD, CA 93030 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Gayle Matthews, 667 W. Roderick Ave, Oxnard, CA 93030 Full Name of Registrant Gayle Matthews 667 W. Roderick Ave Oxnard, CA 93030 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Gayle Matthews NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/03/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: VI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0011 File No.: 20140106-10000200-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: GIDDY UP BUDDY 701 MOBIL AVE #228 CAMARILLO, CA 93010 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Jason Sauerbier, 701 Mobil Ave #228, Camarillo, CA 93010 Full Name of Registrant Jason William Sauerbier 701 Mobil Ave #228 Camarillo, CA 93010 This Business is conduct-

Page 6B

TRI-COUNTY SENTRY

File No.: 20140106-10000200-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: GIDDY UP BUDDY 701 MOBIL AVE #228 CAMARILLO, CA 93010 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Jason Sauerbier, 701 Mobil Ave #228, Camarillo, CA 93010 Full Name of Registrant Jason William Sauerbier 701 Mobil Ave #228 Camarillo, CA 93010 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Jason Sauerbier NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/06/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: PA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0012

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201400447033-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner LUIS GERARDO AVILA ARELLANO AND MARIBEL AVILA DURAN FOR LOUIE DAMIAN AVILA, A MINOR filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. LOUIE DAMIAN AVILA Proposed Name: to LUIS DAMIAN AVILA ARELLANO 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/28/14, Time: 8:30 A.M., in Dept.: 43 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JAN 03, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By DEBRA HEBERT Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014-4T TCS14-0012CofN(1) Trustee Sale No. 1300418-2 Loan No: MARTIN APN 023-0-083-100 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信 息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨 부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code §2923.3(d) (1). The Summary will not be recorded pursuant to CA Civil Code §2923.3(a). It will be mailed to the Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code §2923.3(d)(2).)

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT

UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED February 24, 2010. 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 January 30, 2014, at 11:00 AM, at the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA, FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on February 26, 2010, as Instrument No. 20100226-000311030 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, CA, executed by: INGRID J. MARTIN, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, in favor of JERRY L. CONROW, CO-TRUSTEE AND CAROLE CONROW, CO-TRUSTEE OF THE CONROW FAMILY TRUST DATED JULY 9, 1982, as Beneficiary, WILL SELLAT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: LOT 26 OF WEIDEMANN TRACT, IN THE CITY OF OJAI, COUNTY OF VENTURA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK 14, PAGES 72 AND 73, OF MISCELLANEOUS RECORDS (MAPS), IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPT THEREFROM THE OIL, GAS, MINERALS, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES LYING BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, AS PROVIDED IN DEEDS OF RECORD. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder`s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case 13-00418-2. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 410 CRESTVIEW DRIVE, OJAI, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that

Friday JANUARY 17, 2014

certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee`s Sale is estimated to be $582,630.39 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary`s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier`s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee`s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: January 10, 2014 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 13-00418-2 11000 Olson Drive Ste 101 Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 916636-0114 Jenny Taylor Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.priorityposting.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-573-1965 P1077477 1/10, 1/17, 01/24/2014 TCS14-0012TS(2) NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES If an application for a premises to premises transfer or original license at a premises located in a census tract with undue concentration of licenses, the following notice must be published once a week for three consecutive weeks pursuant to Government Code Section 6063, in a newspaper of general circulation other than a legal or professional trade publication. The publication must be in the city in which such premises are situated, or if such premises are not in a city, then publication shall be made in a newspaper of general circulation other than a legal or professional trade publication nearest the premises. Affidavit of publication shall be filed with the following office: Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control 1000 SOUTH HILL ROAD, SUITE 310 VENTURA, CA 93003 (805) 289-0100 Date of Filing Application: December 20, 2013 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: 99¢ ONLY STORES The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 4917 S ROSE AVE OXNARD, CA 930337803 Type of license(s) applied for: 20 - Off-Sale Beer And Wine Published No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 2014-3T TCS140012ABC(3) File No.: 20140107-10000232-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: PEACE PLACE 521 W CHANNEL ISLANDS BLVD #15 PORT HUENEME, CA 93041 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Phuong Nguyen, 521 W Channel Islands Blvd #15, Port Hueneme, CA 93041 Full Name of Registrant Phuong Nguyen 2279 Buffalo Ave Ventura, CA 93003 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 1, 14.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Phuong Nguyen NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/07/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: AR Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0013 File No.: 20140107-10000234-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: THE LIGHTFOOT HARRISON REAL ESTATE GROUP 2655 FIRST STREET #250 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Colin Lighfoot, 2655 First Street #250, Simi Valley, CA 93065 Full Name of Registrant Colin Bruce Lightfoot 743 Harper Street Simi Valley, CA 93065 Brett C Harrison 4196 Summit Ridge Court Westlake, CA 91362 This Business is conducted by: Copartners The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/7/14.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Colin Lightfoot NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/07/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: AR Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0014

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201400447116-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner FRANCOISE KASIMIROWSKIGARCIA FOR CLEMENCIA MARIE GARCIA, A MINOR filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. CLEMENCIA MARIE GARCIA Proposed Name: to CLEMENCIA MARIE GARCIA-KASIMIROWSKI 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 02-26-14, Time: 8:30A, in Dept.: 20 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JAN 6, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By JESSICA BROWN Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014-4T TCS14-0014CofN(1) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201400447174-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner JENNA ALLEE-MUNOZ FOR ALEXANDER DANIEL ALLEE-MUNOZ, A MINOR filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name:

a. ALEXANDER DANIEL ALLEE-MUNOZ Proposed Name: to ALEC DANIEL ALLEEMUNOZ 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/26/14, Time: 8:30 A.M., in Dept.: 21 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JAN 8, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By DEBRA HEBERT Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014-4T TCS14-0014CofN(2)

to LARRY DANNY GARCIA ESPINOZA to JAZMINE GUADALUPE GARCIA ESPINOZA 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/26/14, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 20 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: DEC 30, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDING JUDGE, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By M. OCHOA Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014-4T TCS14-0002CofN(3)

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ANDREA RENEE DAVIS CASE NO. 56-201300444916-PR-LA-OXN

File No.: 20131206-10018230-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Y CHROME GEAR 1200 LAWRENCE DR #150 NEWBURY PARK, CA 91320 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Andre Perrin, 1200 Lawrence Dr #150, Newbury Park, CA 91320 Full Name of Registrant Andre Perrin 1200 Lawrence Dr #150 Newbury Park, CA 91320 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 126-2013.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Andre Perrin NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/06/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: WI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0003

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ANDREA RENEE DAVIS. A Petition for Probate has been filed by STEFFEN MEVIK in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that STEFFEN MEVIK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held on Date: February 19, 2014 at Time: 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Oxnard Courthouse.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Brian S. Dicker, Esq. (CSB #102662) 10220 Culver Boulevard #203 Culver City, CA 90232 (310) 204-0556 Publish No.: Jan. 10, 17, 24, 2014 - 3T TCS14-0014P(3)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201300446417-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner BERTHA ESPINOZA FOR LARRY DANNY ESPINOZA GARCIA AND JAZMINE GUADALUPE ESPINOZA GARCIA, MINORS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. LARRY DANNY ESPINOZA GARCIA b. JAZMINE GUADALUPE ESPINOZA GARCIA Proposed Name:

File No.: 20131220-10018934-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: (1) KALEIDOSCOPE FITNESS; (2) KFIT 855 GREEN LAWN AVE CAMARILLO, CA 93010 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Katherine Surgen, 855 Green Lawn Ave, Camarillo, CA 93010 Full Name of Registrant Katherine Victoria Surgen 855 Green Lawn Ave Camarillo, CA 93010 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Katherine Surgen NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/20/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: AR Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0004

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 120069145 Title Order No. 12-0122122 APN No. 632-0-261-025 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/12/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by ANTHONY FIGUEROA A MARRIED MAN, dated 01/12/2006 and recorded 1/20/2006, as Instrument No. 20060120-0012732, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, State of California, will sell on 01/30/2014 at 9:00AM, Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort 1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 Grand Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust.

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1621 SPENCE STREET, SIMI VALLEY, CA, 93065. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $578,440.35.

It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

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 a property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the 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 1-800281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www. recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case 12-0069145.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

DATED: 11/08/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281-8219 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.171952 1/03, 1/10, 1/17/2014 TCS14-0004TS(1) File No.: 20131230-10019256-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DELTAFOX, LLC 1457 DARA STREET CAMARILLO, CA 93010 VENTURA COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: California Return Mailing Address: Randall H. George, Esq., Myers, Widders, Gibson, Jones & Feingold, LLP, 5425 Everglades Street, Ventura, CA 93003 Full Name of Registrant 401 South St. Andrews, LLC 1457 Dara Street Camarillo, CA 93010 This Business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/David F. Fernandez NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/30/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: RO Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014 - 4T TCS14-0005 MYERS File No.: 20131206-10018275-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: TIMELESS FLOOR COMPANY 1833 PORTOLA RD. SUITE J VENTURA, CA 93003 VENTURA COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: CA Return Mailing Address: Timeless Floor Company, 1833 Portola Rd. Suite J, Ventura, CA 93003 Full Name of Registrant Bermudez Inc. 1833 Portola Rd. Suite J Ventura, CA 93003 This Business is conducted by: A Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Felipe Bermudez NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/06/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: MC Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Dec. 27, 2013, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 2014 - 4T TCS13-0561

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-2013-

TRI-COUNTY SENTRY ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201300445457-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner CAROL JUANITA HART filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. CAROL JUANITA HART Proposed Name: to CAROL JUANITA GRIFFIS 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: JAN 22, 2014, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 43 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: DEC 04, 2013

BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDING JUDGE, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By DEBRA RAMOS Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Dec. 27, 2013, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 2014-4T TCS130561CofN(9) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201300446110-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner CASEY MARIE FLORES FOR ANDREW MUNGARAY, A MINOR filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. ANDREW MUNGARAY Proposed Name: to ANDREW FLORES 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2-5-14, Time: 8:30 am, in Dept.: 41 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: DEC 19, 2013

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By S MCCARTHY Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Dec. 27, 2013, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 2014-4T TCS130561CofN(10) SUMMONS (FAMILY LAW) CASE NUMBER D 359980 NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: Damaris Monge You are being sued.

PETITIONER’S NAME IS: Carlos Koreisz

You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120 or FL-123) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter or phone

call will not protect you.

If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children.

You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form.

If you want legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. You can get information about finding lawyers at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), or by contacting your local county bar association.

NOTICE: The restraining orders on page 2 are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. These orders are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

NOTE: If a judgment or support order is entered, the court may order you to pay all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for yourself or for the other party.

If this happens, the party ordered to pay fees shall be given notice and an opportunity to request a hearing to set aside the order to pay waived court fees.

IT IS ORDERED that the service of the summons, citation, petition in this action be made upon defendant/respondent/citee by publication thereof in Tri-County Sentry, a newspaper of general circulation published at Ventura, CA, hereby designated as the newspaper most likely to give notice to the party to be served; and that publication be made at least once a week for four successive weeks. Section 415.50 CCP. The name and address of the court is: Superior Court of California County of Ventura 800 South Victoria Ave. Ventura, CA 93009 The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, is: Carlos Koreisz 2730 Poli St Ventura, CA 93003 (805) 861-3605 Date: NOV 21, 2013 Clerk: MICHAEL D. PLANET Deputy: PATTI GILLAM Publish No.: Dec. 27, 2013, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 2014 - 4T TCS13-0561S(11) File No.: 20131216-10018618-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HOT BOX 13738 SHENANDOAH WAY MOORPARK, CA 93021 VENTURA COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: CA Return Mailing Address: Steve Standage, 13738 Shenandoah Way, Moorpark, CA 93021 Full Name of Registrant Red Solo Corporation 13738 Shenandoah Way Moorpark, CA 93021 This Business is conducted by: A Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Steve Standage NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/16/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: CA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Dec. 27, 2013, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 2014 - 4T TCS13-0562 File No.: 20131212-10018518-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SMALL STUFF 1770 VIA PETIRROJO B THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91320 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Small Stuff/Kevin Reid, P.O. Box 6997, Thousand Oaks, CA 91359 Full Name of Registrant Kevin Blane Reid 1770 Via Petirrojo B Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2-261994.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Kevin Blane Reid NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from

the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/12/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: CA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Dec. 27, 2013, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 2014 - 4T TCS13-0563 File No.: 20131218-10018788-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SOMIS PRODUCE 116 CALLE VIEJO CAMARILLO, CA 93012 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Hae Chang Jung, 116 Calle Viejo, Camarillo, CA 93012 Full Name of Registrant Hae Chang Jang 116 Calle Viejo Camarillo, CA 93012 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Dec 18, 2013.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Hae Chang Jung NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 12/18/2013.

MARK A. LUNN By: QU Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Dec. 27, 2013, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 2014 - 4T TCS13-0564

January 17, 2014 Loan No. LITTLETON RESS Order No. 75219 A.P. NUMBER 579-0041-235 and 625-0-184315 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息 摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문 서에 정보 요약서가 있습 니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY [PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR.] NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 1/25/2008, UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on 2/7/2014, at 11:00 A.M. of said day, At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA, RESS Financial Corporation, a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jean Littleton, an unmarried woman recorded on 02/04/2008, in Book n/a of Official Records of Ventura County, at page n/a, Recorder’s Instrument No. 20080204-00014583-0, by reason of a breach or default in payment or performance of the obligations secured thereby, including that breach or default, Notice of which was recorded 09/30/2013 as Recorder’s Instrument No. 2013093000165382-0, in Book n/a, at page n/a, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, lawful money of the United

States, evidenced by a Cashier’s Check drawn on a state or national bank, or the equivalent thereof drawn on any other financial institution specified in section 5102 of the California Financial Code, authorized to do business in the State of California, ALL PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF SALE, all right, title and interest held by it as Trustee, in that real property situated in said County and State, described as follows: Parcel A: Lot 23, Tract 3535-1, per Book 95, pages 77-81 inclusive, of Maps Parcel B: Lot 111, Tract 5092, per Book 139, pages 86-97 inclusive, of Maps The street address or other common designation of the real property hereinabove described is purported to be: PARCEL A: 410 JEREMIAH DRIVE UNIT F, Simi Valley, CA and PARCEL B: 2505 CLOVERLEAF LANE, SIMI VALLEY, CA. The undersigned disclaims all liability for any incorrectness in said street address or other common designation. Said sale will be made without warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, or other encumbrances, to satisfy the unpaid obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest and other sums as provided therein; plus advances, if any, thereunder and interest thereon; and plus fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

The total amount of said obligations at the time of initial publication of this Notice is $635,442.29.

In the event that the deed of trust described in this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is secured by real property containing from one to four single-family residences, the following notices are provided pursuant to the provisions of Civil Code section 2924f: NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee’s 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 714-573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case 75219. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not be immediately reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Dated: 1/9/2014 RESS Financial Corporation, a California corporation, as Trustee By: Bruce R. Beasley, President 1780 Town and Country Drive, Suite 105, Norco, CA 92860-3618 (SEAL) Tel.: (951) 270-0164 or (800)343-7377 FAX: (951) 270-2673 Trustee’s Sale Information: (714) 573-1965 www.priorityposting.com P1078130 1/17, 1/24, 01/31/2014 TCS14-0015TS(7) T.S. No. 2013-2225 Order No. 01180-66722 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/12/2007. 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. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: REFUGIO TORRES Duly Appointed Trustee: S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Deed of Trust recorded 06/18/2007 as Instrument No. 2007061800121415-0 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California, Date of Sale: 2/7/2014 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: At the main front entrance to the County Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93003 Amount of unpaid balance and other reasonable estimated charges: $61,716.07 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2163 FITZGERALD RD , SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065 A.P.N. 639-0-105-265 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the trustee within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (714) 573-1965 or LOG ONTO or visit this Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2013-2225.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement

Friday jANUARY 17, 2014

information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 1/1/2014 S.B.S. Lien Services, 31194 La Baya Drive, Suite 106 Westlake Village, CA 91362 (818) 991-4600 CINDY SANDOVAL, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P1078135 1/17, 1/24, 01/31/2014 TCS140015TS(8) File No.: 20140110-10000427-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MCM HAIR SALON 2860 VINEYARD AVE STE C OXNARD, CA 93036 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: MCM Hair Salon, 2860 Vineyard Ave Ste C, Oxnard, Ca 93030 Full Name of Registrant Miguel Suarez 424 Corsicana Dr. Oxnard, Ca. 93036 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NA. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Miguel Suarez NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/10/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: HA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140015

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ANH Q. BROOKS A.K.A. ANH QUACH BROOKS CASE NO. 56-201400447237-PR-LA-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ANH Q. BROOKS A.K.A. ANH QUACH BROOKS. A Petition for Probate has been filed by MONIQUE RIEDER in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that MONIQUE RIEDER 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 on Date: February 13, 2014 at Time: 9:00 A.M. in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Courthouse.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Kevin G. Staker (CSB #101400) STAKERLAW TAX AND ESTATE PLANNING LAW CORPORATION 1200 Paseo Camarillo, Suite 280 Camarillo, CA 93010-6088 (805) 482-2282 Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 3T TCS14-0015P(9)

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0145482 Doc ID #0006109419572005N Title Order No. 110130576 Investor/Insurer No. 0406451349 APN No. 213-0-152-325 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/25/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by ROBERT ADAME, AND, AND MARIA ADAME, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 11/25/2005 and recorded 12/2/2005, as Instrument No. 20051202-0297371, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, State of California, will sell on 02/11/2014 at 11:00AM, At the main entrance to the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2111 POSADA DR, OXNARD, CA, 930300131.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $627,566.98.

It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

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 a property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the 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 appli-

Page 7B

cable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www.recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case TS No. 11-0145482. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. DATED: 03/15/2012 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. A-4437957 01/17/2014, 01/24/2014, 01/31/2014 TCS140015TS(10) Escrow No. SDL47625LT147-LM NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (SECS. 6104, 6105 U.C.C.) NOTICE IS HEREBY given to creditors of the within named seller that a bulk sale is about to be made of the assets described below.

The names and business addresses of the seller are: POTENZA, INC., a California corporation, 252 Los Angeles Avenue, Moorpark, CA 93021 The location in California of the chief executive office of the seller is: Same as above As listed by the seller, all other business names and addresses used by the seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the buyer are: None The names and business addresses of the buyer are: SAMUERPHAK POLLAKRISS and CHULALAK NUTGIRASUWAN, 476 W. Los Angeles Ave., Suite B10, Moorpark, CA 93021 The assets to be sold are described in general as: fixtures and equipment, goodwill, covenant not to compete, telephone number, and leasehold improvements and are located at: 252 Los Angeles Avenue, Moorpark, CA 93021 The business name used by the seller at that location is: VIVA LA PASTA The anticipated sale date of the bulk sale is February 5, 2014 at the office of LAWYERS TITLE SAN DIEGO, 5898 Copley Drive, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92111 This bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2.

If so subject, the name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is LAWYERS TITLE SAN DIEGO, 5898 Copley Drive, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92111 and the last day for filing claims shall be February 4, 2014, which is the business day before the sale date specified above.

Dated December 23, 2013 SAMUERPHAK POLLAKRISS, CHULALAK NUTGIRASUWAN, Buyer(s) CN894618 Publish No.: January 17, 2014 - 1T TCS14-0015BS(11) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201400447287-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner ROLAND RAMOS JR. filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. ROLAND RAMOS JR. Proposed Name: to JUSTIN RAMOS 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: FEB 28, 2014, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 20 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA

Page 8B

TRI-COUNTY SENTRY

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201400447287-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner ROLAND RAMOS JR. filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. ROLAND RAMOS JR. Proposed Name: to JUSTIN RAMOS 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: FEB 28, 2014, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 20 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JAN 13, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDING JUDGE, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By DEBRA RAMOS Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014-4T TCS14-0015CofN(12) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF THOMAS J. SHANKLIN CASE NO. 56-201400447135-PR-PW-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of THOMAS J. SHANKLIN, TOM SHANKLIN. A Petition for Probate has been filed by CATHIE A. BACON in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that CATHIE A. BACON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held on Date: February 13, 2014 at Time: 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 East Vineyard Ave., Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Justice Center.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Stuart A. Comis (CSB #084050) NELSON COMIS KETTLE & KINNEY LLP 300 Esplanade Dr., Suite 1170 Oxnard, CA 99036 (805) 604-4100 Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 3T TCS14-0015P(13)

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201400447259-CU-PT-VTA

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner JONATHAN DAVID LATINO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. JONATHAN DAVID LATINO Proposed Name: to JONATHAN DAVID ALLEN 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2/21/14, Time: 8:30 A.M., in Dept.: 42 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JAN 10, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By DEBRA HEBERT Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014-4T TCS14-0015CofN(14) File No.: 20140108-10000324-0 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: YANKEE DOODLE BAKERY 2035 N OXNARD BLVD. OXNARD, CA 93036 Return Mailing Address: Mildred Gaines, 1215 Anchors Way, Ventura, CA 93001 The date on which the Fictitious Business Name being Abandoned was filed: Aug 31, 2009 The file number to the Fictitious Business Name being Abandoned: 2009083110013846-0 The county where the Fictitious Business Name was filed: Ventura Full name of Registrant Mildred Gaines 1215 Anchors Way Ventura, CA 93001 This Business is conducted by: An Individual I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes public record upon filing pursuant to California Public Records Act (G.C. 6250-6277) /S/Mildred Gaines THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/08/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: VI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140016 File No.: 20140113-10000506-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: PANCHO’S MEXICAN FOOD 185 E. SANTA CLARA ST VENTURA, CA 93001 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Buenaventura Food Enterprises, 1345 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 Full Name of Registrant Buenaventura Food Enterprises Inc. 1345 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd.

Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 This Business is conducted by: A Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/13/14.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Francisco Ibanez NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/13/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: HA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140017

Friday JANUARY 17, 2014

File No.: 20140107-10000249-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: OLWYN KINGERY LANDSCAPE DESIGN 1902 RIVENDELL CIRCLE NEWBURY PARK, CA 91320 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Olwyn Kingery, 1902 Rivendell Circle, Newbury Park, CA 91320 Full Name of Registrant Olwyn Kingery 1902 Rivendell Circle Newbury Park, CA 91320 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2006.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Olwyn Kingery NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/07/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: VI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140018

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 130009187 Title Order No. 13-0028513 APN No. 083-0-220-605 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/18/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed

by MATTHEW A. LINN AND KARA MARUOKALINN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, dated 09/18/2006 and recorded 9/22/2006, as Instrument No. 20060922-00200342-0, in Book N/A, Page N/A, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, State of California, will sell on 02/13/2014 at 9:00AM, Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort 1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 Grand Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1037 MCHUGH COURT, VENTURA, CA, 93003.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $449,784.01.

It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due.

In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state.

Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

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 a property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the 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 1-800281-8219 or visit this Internet Web site www. recontrustco.com, using the file number assigned to this case 13-0009187.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

DATED: 10/20/2013 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281-8219 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. FEI # 1006.246858 1/17, 1/24, 1/31/2014 TCS14-0018TS(1) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LUCY D. WALKER AKA LUCY DARAKJY WALKER CASE NO. 56-201400447271-PR-PW-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LUCY D. WALKER AKA LUCY DARAKJY WALKER. A Petition for Probate has been filed by BOB G. DARAKJY in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that BOB G. DARAKJY 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 on Date: February 13, 2014 at Time: 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Courthouse.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the

estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Kevin G. Staker (CSB #101400) STAKERLAW TAX & ESTATE PLANNING LAW CORPORATION 1200 Paseo Camarillo #280 Camarillo, CA 93010 (805) 482-2282 Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 3T TCS14-0018P(2) File No.: 20140114-10000541-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: J.F. MILLER R.E. SALES AND APPRAISALS 3550 WILLOWICK DR. VENTURA, CA 93003 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: James Francis Miller, P.O. Box 6208, Ventura, CA. 93003 Full Name of Registrant James Francis Miller 3550 Willowick Drive Ventura, CA 93003 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1992.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/James Francis Miller NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/14/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: PA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140019

AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201300445456-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner ARIEL BERGTHOLD FOR CHRISTOPHER BOWEN TORREVILLAS JR., A MINOR filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. CHRISTOPHER BOWEN TORREVILLAS JR. Proposed Name: to BOWEN HARVEY BERGTHOLD 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: APR 1, 2014, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 21 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JAN 13, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDING JUDGE, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By DEBRA RAMOS Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014-4T TCS14-0019CofN(1) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201300445638-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner KI HONG FOR HUEY HYUNG JIN HONG, A MINOR filed

a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. HUEY HYUNG JIN HONG Proposed Name: to HENRY HYUNG JIN HONG 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 2-28-14, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 43 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Ave, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: DEC 09, 2013

BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDING JUDGE, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By M. OCHOA Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014-4T TCS14-0019CofN(2) File No.: 20140113-10000508-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: TELEDYNE OPTIMUM OPTICAL SYSTEMS 4153 CALLE TESORO CAMARILLO, CA 93012 VENTURA COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: Delaware Return Mailing Address: Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, 1049 Camino Dos Rios, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 Full Name of Registrant Teledyne Scientific & Imaging, LLC 1049 Camino Dos Rios Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 This Business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on December 29, 2013.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Melanie S. Cibik, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/13/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: QU Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140020 File No.: 20140114-10000586-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER OF WESTLAKE VILLAGE 2820 TOWNSGATE ROAD SUITE 100 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91361 VENTURA COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: CA Return Mailing Address: Greel, Inc, 3287 Rikkard Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 Full Name of Registrant Greel, Inc 3287 Rikkard Drive Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 This Business is conducted by: A Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/John McCauley NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/14/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: VI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140021 File No.: 20140107-10000241-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: WAVES OF LAWRENCE 980 ENCORE ST OAK VIEW, CA 93022 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Lawrence Alcorn, 980 Encore St., Oak View, CA 93022 Full Name of Registrant Lawrence Alcorn 980 Encore St. Oak View, CA 93022 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Lawrence Alcorn NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/07/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: MC Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201400447282-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner STEPHANIE VERA FRANCO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. STEPHANIE VERA FRANCO Proposed Name: to STEPHANIE KALANI VERA 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: MAR 12, 2014, Time: 8:30 am, in Dept.: 42 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JAN 10, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDING JUDGE, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By DEBRA RAMOS Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014-4T TCS14-0022CofN(1) ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201400447012-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner CHRISTOPHER EDWARD TOWNEND filed a petition with this court for a

decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. CHRISTOPHER EDWARD TOWNEND Proposed Name: to CHRISTOPHER EDWARD MURPHY 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: FEB 13, 2014, Time: 8:30 am, in Dept.: 20 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JAN 2, 2014

BY ORDER OF THE PRESIDING JUDGE, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By DEBRA RAMOS Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014-4T TCS14-0022CofN(2) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF PHILIP ROBERT HOLMES CASE NO. 56-201400447163-PR-PL-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of PHILIP ROBERT HOLMES. A Petition for Probate has been filed by CHARLES S. HOLMES in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that CHARLES S. HOLMES 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 on Date: FEB 26, 2014 at Time: 9:00 AM in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 East Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, California 93036, Juvenile Justice Center.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Gregory L. Larson (CSB #61830) LAW OFFICES OF GREGORY L. LARSON, APC 30423 Canwood Street, Suite 103 Agoura Hills, CA 91301 (818) 889-2285 Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 3T TCS14-0022P(3)

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ELISABETH M. COLEMAN CASE NO. 56-201300446068-PR-LA-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ELISABETH M. COLEMAN. A Petition for Probate has

Tri-County Sentry TENANT From page 8A TransUnion. Lenders, Creditors, Landlords and a myriad of other interested parties periodically report their debtors’ credit-related activity, such as new loans, account balances, payments (including late ones), defaults, judgments, etc. The agencies maintain files on every person who uses credit of any kind.

Evictions This is a deal breaker every time. If a landlord had to forcibly remove a renter from the property, it was probably for non-payment of rent. If the eviction is for another reason, it could be for criminal activity or repeatedly disturbing the peace, offenses often worse than nonpayment.

Criminal Background You can bet that if the prospect has a criminal past, he or she isn’t going to admit it, unless the offenses are minor. Here is where you find out whether this person is even the right owner of the information. Identity theft, posing as someone else, is a real possibility these days.

Other common reports include Employment Report, Registered Sex Offender, Terrorist, Marriage/Divorce History, Child Abuse/Abandonment, Property/Real Estate History, Property Tax Liens, Foreclosures, Fi Fa Filings and State or Federal Income Tax History.

2013 From page 8A that it will be harder to find quality talent in 2014. Why? Over 75 percent of HR respondents cited a “lack of relevant experience” among candidates, and 50 percent reported that it was simply difficult to hire “established professionals.”

Candidates had their own ideas about why they were not getting hired, which differed somewhat across the generations. Among the responses, Gen X job seekers blamed a “weak economy” (62 percent) for their lack of employment, the Millennial Generation cited their “lack of work experience” (55 percent) and Baby Boomers felt “age discrimination” (64 percent) was why they didn’t get the job. Putting generations aside, the majority of all respondents (52 percent) agreed that the weak economy was the overriding reason for their unemployment.

It remains to be seen what the new year has in store for the unemployed, but one thing seems certain -- finding work will take some work.

BLACK From page 8A American community. Through PurchaseBlack.com, African Americans can find products that matter to them, help grow Black owned & Black servicing businesses, and contribute positively to our own community.

All we have to do is Buy Black, and my website is where we can do it!”

PurchaseBlack.com launched on November 29th, 2013, and within its first few days has gotten tens of thousands of views and its founder has appeared on national television.

You can connect with purchaseblack on their Facebook page, @PurchaseBlack on Twitter, Youtube, or on Google Plus.

If your business is interested in opening a free webstore on the website, click “Become A Seller” at the bottom of the PurchaseBlack front page for information.

WINTER From page 9A and sinks -- as these areas are particularly vulnerable to cockroach infestations.

For more information about health risks of pests and to find a pest professional in your neighborhood, visit www.pestworld. org.

MEDITATION From page 9A and different meditation programs approach this in different ways.” The type that looked most promising -- mindful meditation -- emphasizes acceptance of feelings and thoughts without judgment and relaxation of body and mind. It’s typically practiced 30 to 40 minutes a day.

However, popular mantrabased meditation (including Transcendental Meditation) did not show any benefit over placebo, and it appeared no better than any other active treatments on any measures, he said.

The analysis included 3,515 participants, many of whom received about 30 to 40 hours of training in mindful meditation.

RETIREMENT From page 9A • If you are covered by an employer plan and are single/ head of household, the tax deduction phases out for AGI between $60,000 and $70,000 (up from $59,000 to $69,000 in 2013); if married and filing jointly, the phase-out range is $96,000 to $116,000 (up from $95,000 to $115,000).

• If you’re married and aren’t covered by an employer plan but your spouse is, the IRA deduction is phased out if your combined AGI is between $181,000 and $191,000 (up from $178,000 to $188,000).

• For more details, read IRS Publication 590 at www.irs.gov.

Retirement Saver’ Tax Credit. As an incentive to help lowand moderate-income workers save for retirement through an IRA or company-sponsored plan, many are eligible for a Retirement Savers’ Tax Credit of up to $1,000 ($2,000 if filing jointly). This credit lowers your tax bill, dollar for dollar, in addition to any other tax deduction you already receive for your contribution.

Qualifying income ceiling limits for the Savers’ Tax Credit increased in 2014 to $60,000 for joint filers, $45,000 for heads of household, and $30,000 for singles or married persons filing separately. Consult IRS Form 8880 for more information.

FOX From page 11A of the so-called ‘knockout game,’” the report explained.

“Fox described the knockout game as a violent and spreading trend primarily involving black youths assaulting unsuspecting and primarily white victims on the street for recreation. The network has run numerous segments on the alleged craze, and Fox’s Greta Van Susteren has dedicated a recurring segment to the phenomenon.

“The primary take-away for viewers: Be afraid of young, black men and women, and don’t let yourself be an unsuspecting victim – black people could assault you at any time for no reason other than the fact that you’re white.”

In fact, as the report states, “A New York Times piece on the knockout game cited police officials in several cities where attacks have been reported who concluded that the game ‘amounted to little more than an urban myth, and that the attacks in question might be nothing more than the sort of random assaults that have always occurred.’”

Fox even played the race card with Santa Claus.

“Fox capped a year decorated with race-baiting overtones and racial dog whistles with a comparably absurd ornament for the top of their tree: New Fox megastar Megyn Kelly’s unabashed declaration (“for the kids at home”) that Santa Claus is white,” MediaMatters recounted. “‘Santa just is white,’” Kelly told viewers in response to a Slate column by Aisha Harris, an African-American who noted that depictions of a Caucasian Santa Claus can have an alienating effect on minority children.

Conservative media rushed to agree with Kelly’s assertion, most notably Fox race-baiterin-chief Bill O’Reilly, who concurred that ‘Miss Kelly is correct. Santa was a white person.’”

The report stated, “Sadly, the Santa story illustrated how harmful race-baiting media coverage can be. Amidst the back and forth over the race of Old St. Nick, a teacher at Cleveland High School in New Mexico reportedly told a black student that he should not be dressed up as Santa because he was the wrong skin color…”

George E. Curry, former editor-in-chief of Emerge magazine, is editor-in-chief of the National Newspaper Publishers Association News Service (NNPA.) He is a keynote speaker, moderator, and media coach.

Curry can be reached through his Web site, www.georgecurry. com. You can also follow him at www.twitter.com/currygeorge and George E. Curry Fan Page on Facebook.

CONSERVATIVES From page 11A in the fact that nearly two-thirds of White evangelical Protestants – a group that overwhelmingly votes Republican – believes in creationism. Just 27 percent express a belief in evolution.

The Pew study found that by significant majorities Catholics, mainline Protestants, and those who identified themselves as religious but unaffiliated express a belief in evolution. However, it also found that 50 percent of Black Protestants believe in creationism, too. I’ll come back to this finding in a moment.

Following the Pew survey’s release, Washington Post columnist Dana Milbank rhetorically asked whether the GOP’s “big tent [has] evolved into a house of worship” and suggested the findings indicate the GOP itself has increasingly become “a narrow group of conservatives who believe in a literal interpretation of the Bible – or partisans who regard evolution as a political question rather than science.”

It’s that latter remark that offers a crucial insight. The GOP’s political leadership and operatives, sitting atop a party that is overwhelmingly White and becoming even more so, have become increasingly dependent

WISCONSIN From page 11A the “books”. As typical public schools are closing and/or consolidating, charter school expansion is there to fill the void.

Now the state has come up with another version of a charter school. That is a 2R Charter School. They are identical to a regular charter school except their authorizers can be the city of Milwaukee, University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, University of Wisconsin – Parkside or the Milwaukee area technical college district board.

Wait, they also have one more version of a charter school.

There is the Virtual Charter School. “Virtual charter schools are publicly funded, nonsectarian schools that are exempt from many regulations that apply to traditional public schools and that offer some of their classes online. They began operating in Wisconsin during the 20023 school year. Pupils typically attend from their homes and communicate with teachers using e-mail, by telephone, or in online discussions. During the 2010-11 school year, 17 virtual charter schools enrolled 4,110 pupils. Most were high schools.

Currently there are 25 virtual charter schools.”

It is very apparent that the state of Wisconsin has developed a model program for many other states that have urban centers that could use improvement and innovation towards the better product it is putting out through their school system.

One thing is clear – there is no room for street gangs, drugs and general violence in a charter school system. It makes a school a place for learning and achievement plus preparation for the future. Oh, if Cleveland, Detroit, Chicago and many other cities with challenging school systems would try to emulate this successful program. It could make a wonderful change. What are we waiting for? We are talking about our children’s future.

Mr. Alford is the co-founder, President/CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce®.

Website: www.nationalbcc.org.

Email: halford@nationalbcc. org.

JANUARY 17, 2014

Page 9B

We’re Champions for Change

on the religious fundamentalist group – White evangelical Protestants – in their midst. That’s why, as Milbank writes, the “Republican Party is achieving the seemingly impossible feat of becoming even more theological.”

That un-American development – the injection of an explicit religious creed into the political mainstream – is the opposite of how the 50 percent of Black Protestants who also believe in creationism have behaved. In sharp contrast, they’ve not tried to push their particular theological beliefs into the political realm. Instead, they, along with Black Americans and other Americans, have hewed to one of the pillars of the American political tradition: the separation of church and state.

That’s a conservative principle today’s conservative movement would do well to follow.

Lee A. Daniels is a longtime journalist based in New York City. His latest book is Last Chance: The Political Threat to Black America.

RESPECT From page 11A of what took the life of Zainee Hailey in Newark you must first acknowledge the message we have sent to young people. We don’t care if they are living in decent housing or have a place to call home. We herd them in school buildings that reek of indifference and then label them failures when we fail to live up to our moral and legal obligation to provide a quality education.

Young people are easy prey for the drug trade when the adults in their lives are permanently severed from economic opportunity. And when our youth are pushed out of school and pushed into the underground and illegal economy, they become prey for an increasingly corporate criminal justice system driven by profit and little concerned with justice or rehabilitation.

Respect? There is none shown young people so our youth will claim it by any means necessary.

Elected officials can call for all the police city and state budgets can muster and it will not matter. Preachers can evoke scripture and shout from their pulpits and it will not matter.

Hell, at this point the tears of victims’ families don’t even matter much. It seems to me that unless we fundamentally alter our relationship with young people, make children and teenagers our priority, we stand little chance at stopping the bloodshed in our communities. Our only hope is in a radical restructuring of how we engage children from early childhood to young adulthood, and how we simultaneously support families and reform institutions that exist in theory to facilitate the transition to adult life.

Walter Fields is Executive Editor of NorthStarNews.com.

Friday

Nutrition information per serving: Calories

137.5 Protein

12.5 g

Carbohydrate

13 g Fiber

4g

Total Fat

4g

Saturated Fat

0.6 g Sodium

180 mg

Curried Fish Chowder Prep time: 10 min.; Cook time: 40 min.; Serves: 8 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 lg onion, chopped 2 ribs celery, sliced 4 carrots, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 inch-long piece of

fresh ginger, peeled

and finely chopped 1 tsp curry powder 4 cup (14 1/2 ounces

each) low-sodium

vegetable broth 2 cup finely chopped potatoes 2 cup diced salt-free NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ELISABETH M. COLEMAN CASE NO. 56-201300446068-PR-LA-OXN

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ELISABETH M. COLEMAN. A Petition for Probate has been filed by MARI M. RYAN AND CHRISTINE M. COLEMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that MARI M. RYAN AND CHRISTINE M. COLEMAN 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 on Date: 02/05/2014 at Time: 9:00 am in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Probate.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner:

tomatoes 1 lb firm-fleshed

whitefish fillets, such

as cod or haddock 1 cup fresh or frozen peas 1 cup coarsely chopped

flat-leaf parsley Salt

Ground black pepper 1. Warm the oil in a large pot over medium heat. When hot, add the onion, celery, and carrots and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften. Add the garlic, ginger, and curry powder, stir,

/S/Edward B. Elrod (CSB #277972) LAW OFFICES OF EDWARD B. ELROD 3585 Maple Street, Suite 255 Ventura, CA 93003 (805) 644-4486 Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, 2014 - 3T TCS14-0022P(4) File No.: 20140115-10000656-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MY USED FOREIGN AUTO PARTS 612 PACIFIC AVE OXNARD, CA 93030 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Sarah Aldabeh, 612 Pacific Ave Oxnard, CA 93030 Full Name of Registrant Sarah L. Aldabeh 42219 Brighton St Lancaster, CA 93536 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/9/13.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Sarah Aldabeh NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/15/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: VI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140023 File No.: 20140115-10000628-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HD SERVICES 851 ROSEBUD DR OXNARD, CA 93036 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Steven Hernandez, 851 Rosebud CA 93036, Oxnard, CA 93036 Full Name of Registrant Steven G. Hernandez 851 Rosebud Dr Oxnard, CA 93036 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all informa-

and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.

2. Add the broth, potatoes, and tomatoes (with juice), cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Add the fish and continue to simmer, uncovered, for about 12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through. If you’re using fresh peas, add them when you add the fish. If you’re using frozen peas, add them about 2 minutes before the fish is done.

3. Stir in the parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper

tion in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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/Steven Hernandez NOTICE - In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 01/15/2014.

MARK A. LUNN By: TE Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 2014 - 4T TCS140024

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA Estate of STEVEN R. HOWELL, Deceased.

Case No. 56-2013-00440542-PRLA-OXN Judge: Hon. Glen Reiser Dept: J6 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that subject to confirmation by this Court, on February 3, 2015, at 9:00 a.m., or thereafter within the time allowed by law, Delfina Jackson, Administrator of the estate of STEVEN R. HOWELL, will sell the property described below at private sale to the highest and best bidder, on the terms and conditions described below.

2. The property to be sold consists of all right, title, and interest of the decedent at the time of his death and all right, title, and interest that the estate has acquired in addition to that of the decedent at the time of death, in and to the real property located in Ventura County, California, commonly referred to as follows: 970 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, California, and legally de-

scribed as: Lots 38 and 39, Block B, Greenwich Village, in the City of Thousand Oaks, County of Ventura, State of California, as shown on a map recorded in Book 11, Page(s) 69 inclusive, of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said County.

E X C E P T I N G THEREFROM that portion conveyed to the State of California in the deed recorded in Book 3001, page 189, Official Records.

Ventura County Assessor’s Parcel No. 669-0-271-220.

3. The sale is subject to easements of record, restrictions, reservations, covenants, conditions, rights of way and current taxes with any encumbrances of record to be satisfied from the purchase price.

4. The property is to be sold on an “as is” basis, except for title.

5. Written offers are invited for this property. They will be received at the office of Jose Morales, of Century 21 Homeland Realtors, the real estate agent for the estate, at 2651 S C St, Oxnard, California, 805-832-2432, at any time before the sale.

6. The terms of sale are part cash and part credit, the terms of such credit to be acceptable to the undersigned and to the court. The offer must be accompanied by a certified check for ten (10%) percent of the amount of the offer and the balance shall be paid on confirmation of sale by the court.

7. Taxes, rents, operating and maintenance expenses, and premiums on insurance acceptable to the purchaser shall be prorated as of the date of recording of conveyance.

Examination of title, recording of conveyance, transfer taxes, and any title insurance policy shall be at the expense of the seller.

8. The undersigned reserves the right to reject any bids. /S/Delfina Jackson PEDERSON LAW OFFICES APLC By: Grant S. Pederson (CSB #249433) Attorney for Delfina Jackson 280 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite A Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (805) 495-3444 Published No.: Jan. 17, 24, 31, 2014-3T TCS140024RP(1)

Page 10B

Tri-County Sentry

Friday

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Andy T Nick Nixon Band at the Yolies

JANUARY 17, 2014

Orleans Jazz Festival to appearing in a Lenny Kravitz documentary to releasing an acclaimed new album, Sat That to Say This. The Grammy-nominated musician and his band, Orleans Avenue, know how to rile up a crowd with their infectious, highoctane blend of tight funk, jazz-rock and slinky R&B – or, as they like to call it, “supafunkrock.” An “unstoppable force” (The New York Times) in today’s music scene, Shorty brings all the rock-star swagger with serious chops to back it up. Get ready for a brash and bold music party that’ll have you dancing in your seats. Tickets are $30-$45 for the general public and $19 for UCSB students (current ID required/ limited availability). For more information, call (805) 893-3535 or visit www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu.

styles from Latin to Bebop, from Swing to West Coast Jazz. Band members include Bill Bannister on Keyboards, Doug Johnson on Drums, Patrick Martin on Tenor Sax, and Pablo Plasencia on Bass.

For more information, call (805) 643-7300.

Mavis Staples at Smothers Theatre

Iration at the Majestic Ventura Theatre

Friday, January 17 at 8 p.m. at 138 W. Main St., in Ventura Nick Nixon is one of those amazing artists that rarely surface today.

This velvet voiced singer was born and raised in Nashville, TN, and was part of the thriving Jefferson Street blues scene of the 60’s. Nick was a Chess Records recording artist in the 70’s, and is a key figure in the reviving Nashville blues scene today. “Andy T” Talamantez was born and raised in Southern California, and relocated to Nashville in 2008. His guitar style is influenced by T-Bone Walker, BB King, Magic Sam, and Albert Collins among others, yet it remains his own. After meeting James “Nick” Nixon, and watching him perform, Andy knew that they would make an unstoppable combination. Tickets are $12. For more information, call (805) 816-9663.

Gold Coast Wind Ensemble at the Scherr Forum Theatre

Friday, January 24 at 8 p.m. at 26 S. Chestnut St., in Ventura Iration is an alternative/reggae group of musicians formed in Isla Vista, CA. The group is made up of members Joseph Dickens (drums), Joseph King (Engineer), Cayson Peterson (Keyboard/ Synth), Micah Pueschel (Guitar/Vox), Kai Rediske (Vocal/Percussion) and Adam Taylor (Bass). All members met while growing up in Hawaii but formed Iration after reconnecting in Santa Barbara, Ca. They have since released two full length albums, Time Bomb (2010) and No Time for Rest (2007), as well as three EP’s, New Roots (2006), Sample This EP (2008) and Fresh Grounds (2011). Iration have been touring nationally since 2008, have performed at festivals such as: Lollapalooza , Wakarusa, Sierra Nevada World Music Festival; and headlined several successful national headline club tours that have included multiple sold out shows throughout the country.

Also performing are Natural Vibrations and The Movement. Tickets are $20-$60. This event is all ages. For more information, call (805) 653-0721 or visit www.venturatheater.net.

Saturday, January 25 at 8 p.m. at 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, in Malibu A member of the groundbreaking family group the Staple Singers, Mavis Staples is a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner, and a National Heritage Fellowship Award recipient. VH1 named her one of the 100 Greatest Women of Rock and Roll, and Rolling Stone listed her as one of its 100 Greatest Singers of All Time. Her three-piece band and a trio of backup vocalists join her for this concert. “Mavis Staples is the most underrated diva of the century” (Rolling Stone). Tickets are $45, $40 and $20.

For more information, call (310) 506-4522.

Los Lobos at the Canyon

Ventura Jazz Collective at Squashed Grapes

Saturday, January 18 at 7:30 p.m. at 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd., in Thousand Oaks Gold Coast Wind Ensemble is an all-volunteer organization with two primary goals: first, to provide a challenging musical experience for fine local musicians and second, to enhance the artistic life in Ventura County. To this end, the organization is based on the principle of fine performance of quality concert band and wind ensemble repertoire.

Due to the demanding nature of the musical literature, membership in the Gold Coast Wind Ensemble is by invitation and audition. Tickets are $22. Ticket prices include a facility charge. For more information, call (805) 449-ARTS or visit www.civicartsplaza.com.

The Whispers and Stephanie Mills at the Nokia Theatre

Sunday, January 19 at 7:30 p.m. at 777 Chick Hearn Ct., in Los Angeles One of R&B music’s most beloved and consistently popular vocal groups, The Whispers, began their legendary and timeless career in 1963. They perfected their tight harmonies on the street corners in the Watts section of Los Angeles and in nightclubs in the in the San Francisco/Oakland Bay Area. Their vocal style harkens back to a more genteel era of crooning, preferring soft pillow talk and songs that speak to heartfelt emotions. Stephanie Mills first came to fame as “the little girl with the big voice” as the star of the hit Broadway play, The Wiz, an adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s classic book, The Wizard of Oz. She had many R&B hits such as “I Have Learned to Respect the Power of Love,” “I Feel Good All Over,” “(You’re Puttin’) A Rush on Me,” “Something in the Way (You Make Me Feel),” and “Home,” along with one certified, million-selling single, “Never Knew Love Like This Before.” Tickets are $35, $59.50, $69.50, and $99.50. For more information, call (213) 763-6030.

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Ave at Campbell Hall

Thursday, January 23 at 8 p.m. at University of California, in Santa Barbara New Orleans wunderkind Trombone Shorty (aka Troy Andrews) has rocketed into the public eye this past year – from closing the New

Saturday, January 25 at 7 p.m. at 2351 E. Main St. in Ventura The Ventura Jazz Collective is a group of musicians that play and love jazz – the great American art form. We enjoy performing straight ahead jazz in various formats, ranging from a duo of guitar and bass to a vocal sextet. Available to play shows, private events, and clubs the VJC is dedicated to providing great jazz that engages but never intrudes, invites but never overwhelms. The VJC is comprised of seasoned musicians that include guitar, sax, flute, percussion, bass, and vocals. We are familiar with jazz standards and enjoy playing all

Thursday, January 30 at 9 p.m. at 28912 Roadside Drive, in Agoura Hills More than three decades have passed since Los Lobos released their debut album, Just Another Band from East L.A. Since then they’ve repeatedly disproven that title—Los Lobos isn’t “just another” anything, but rather a band that has consistently evolved artistically while never losing sight of their humble roots. Opening set by Sayad Sabrina. Tickets are $39.50 and $65 with applicable fees. Under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult. For more information, call (818) 879-5016 or visit www.canyonclub.net.

All events are subject to change. To have your event listed in the Community Calendar, please fax to (805) 983-0018 or email sentry1234@aol.com. Deadline for submission is Friday by 5 p.m.