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Bakersfield Alumnae of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Host 2018 “Love” Luncheon By Darlene L. Williams Bakersfield News Observer Contributing Writer Bakersfield, CA.- President of California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) and Keynote Speaker, Dr. Soraya Coley spoke to a crowd of some 225 people, including 9 high school scholarship recipients, about overcoming life’s many obstacles, disappointments, and failures to achieve their goals and dreams in a speech titled, “Through It All, I Still Rise.” Bakersfield Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted its annual Love Luncheon Scholarship Program, Saturday, February 17, 2018 from 11:00a.m. -2:00 p.m. at the Stockdale Country Club. Tickets sold for $50.00 per person with proceeds benefitting the chapters’ scholarship fund. Dr. Coley has over 26 years of academic and administrative experience. She is the sixth President of California State Polytechnic University, Pomona-and the first woman to serve in that role. Coley began the 30 minute speech with excerpts from the powerful poem “And, Still I Rise” by Maya Angelou. ‘You may write me down in history with your bitter twisted lies, you may tread me in the very dirt, but still, like dust, I’ll rise.’

Cell Locks Failed During Brawl at Lerdo Pre-Trial Facility

Letter of Correction from the Editor “We must accept finite disappointment with infinite hope, Coley said. I want, for the sake of the youth, to pose the question; how do we rise?” “Self perception, faith, hope, and access and opportunity provided by society, are four key elements which enables one to rise above frustrations and disappointments, she said. For even in the midst of closed doors or rejections, we rise through it. Through our faith, we are trusting the unseen and knowing without evidence.” Criterion for the nine scholarship recipients was based on GPA, extracurricular, or community involvement. Each of the nine chosen students have maintained outstanding GPAs, ranging from 3.5- 4.5, while taking challenging Advanced Placement and Honors Classes. The recipients are: Terrance De’Louth, outstanding senior at East Bakersfield High School, serves as Vice President of EB’s BSU, is an active member of Project BEST (Black Excellence in Scholarship and Teaching) and a member of EBH Varsity Swim, Basketball, and Football Teams. His future plans include attending CSU and major in Accounting.

Malcolm Francisco, senior at South High School, scored in the 99th percentile for US high school students on the SAT, active member of project of BEST, and has remained on the honor roll throughout his entire school career. He is enrolled in SHS prestigious Math Science Engineering Academy. Malcolm plans to attend UCLA and earn a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. Bryce Jackson, senior at Stockdale High School, is a scholar athlete of the Varsity Basketball Team, represents the community by being a part of a large-scale community service project. He is currently working on a Human Trafficking Awareness Video that will be seen in all Kern County Health classes, he’s an active leader in the BSU, and is Associate Student Body Commissioner of Athletics. Bryce plans to attend UCLA or UCSB and major in Engineering or Economics. Jade Johnson, senior at Stockdale High School, She is the President of Black Student Union, serves as the Associated Student Body Commissioner of Athletics, and has volunteered numerous hours in her community. Jade

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Black Entrepreneur Finds Success with Minnesota Tech Firm ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) _ The founder of a thriving Twin Cities startup company is providing guidance to other black tech entrepreneurs in overcoming a dysfunctional home life on the path to success. Clarence Bethea founded Upsie, a technology company that sells warranties that undercut retailers’ prices. Founded in 2016, Upsie now has more than 14,000 users, Minnesota Public Radio reported . Bethea grew up in a dysfunctional home. His father abused his mother, and he had to overcome homelessness and drug dealing. “It was a lot of work, but I met the right people at the right time who changed the trajectory of my life,’’ said Bethea, 37. “I received guidance and support from

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (AP) _ Officials say cell locks failed during a brawl involving 120 prisoners at a central California jail that left four inmates injured last week. Tyson Davis, the chief deputy who oversees the Lerdo Pre-Trial Facility, told KBAK-TV Wednesday that the locks are old and inmates have begun to tamper with them, with some success. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office said several inmates became disruptive Feb. 6 and refused to comply with the night’s lockdown. The violence sent four inmates to hospitals and left housing units damaged. The labor union representing the guards says low staffing also contributed to the problem. The Lerdo lockup North of Bakersfield is being improved and expanded and a new facility is expected to begin housing inmates by May.\

Some 225 people, including 9 high school scholarship recipients, this past Saturday at Stockdale Country Club. (Carrington Prichett/ Bakersfield News Observer)

Dr. Soraya Coley, President of California State Polytechnic University, Pamona. (Carrington Pricett/ Bakersfield News Observer Photo)

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them along the way.’’ He went to Bemidji State University in 2002 on a basketball scholarship but dropped out of college to pursue entrepreneurship. Bethea said his acceptance into Techstars Retail, an international startup accelerator, played an important role in his success. The accelerator offerings funding and mentorship for a three-month period. Upsie was one of 10 startups selected in 2017. “It took away the black or white thing,’’ he said. “It made people judge me on who I am, how I am as a founder, what our team is doing every day and the business.’’ Entrepreneurs of color have a more difficult time

securing funding, said Sharon Kennedy Vickers, founder of the Twin Cities chapter of Blacks in Technology. “The numbers are small for black tech founders because they don’t have the access to resources and capital to take their ideas to market,’’ she said. “There still exists a lot of preconceived ideas of what a tech founder looks like.’’ Bethea recently raised $1.7 million in nine weeks for the business, which will be used to hire more employees this year. “For that next African-American founder who is like, ‘Can I do this?’ and is at a crossroads... hopefully this says that they can because I’m not anything special,’’ Bethea said.

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“Black Panther” raked in nearly $200 million over its first weekend. Lupita Nyong’o (left) and Letitia Wright star in “Black Panther.” (Marvel)

By Lauren Victoria Burke NNPA Newswire Contributor “Black Panther” starring Chadwick Boseman, Lupita Nyong’o and Michael B. Jordan, surpassed box office expectations during its opening weekend. With $192 million in ticket sales so far, the film is expected to take in $218 million over the four-day President’s Day weekend and an incredible $361 million worldwide. According to ComScore, global ticket sales were set to reach $387 million over the weekend. According to Entertainment magazine, “Black Panther” is already the eighth-largest single-day gross for the film industry ever and the third-biggest opening for a superhero movie. “Black Panther” scored a $75.8 million opening day. “The Avengers” opened with $80 million and “Avengers: Age of Ultron” opened with $84 million. The film also became the highest-grossing title in history at 33 AMC Theaters across the country, according to a report in the Hollywood Reporter. “Black Panther earned more at those cinemas on Thursday evening and Friday—along with advance ticket sales for other times during the weekend—than any other Continued on page A6

Last weeks headline contained a mistake incorrectly noting Dr. Dyson’s name as Eric Michael Dyson, it should have been Michael Eric Dyson. We sincerely apologize to Dr. Dyson and Bakersfield College.

Nobody Hurt when Train Derails Near Tehachapi

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) _ Authorities say nobody was hurt when six freight train cars derailed near a Southern California mountain town. The BNSF Railway Company says most of the train cars were empty and the others were carrying wine when they came off the tracks Saturday near Tehachapi east of Bakersfield. The derailment briefly shut down some lanes on rural State Route 58 but the debris was cleared after several hours. KBAK-TV says the cause is under investigation.

USC Women’s Hoops Player: OR State Fans Used Racial Slurs

CORVALLIS, Ore. (AP) _ A Southern California women’s basketball player says fans directed racial slurs at her and her black teammates as they left the court following a loss at Oregon State on Sunday night. USC player Minyon Moore sent tweets about the derogatory remarks after the game, though she quickly deleted them. Both schools say they are investigating. ``There is no place at Oregon State University _ nor do we believe in intercollegiate athletics _ for racially derogatory actions or statements that are directed at student-athletes, coaches, officials or fans in attendance,’’ Oregon State spokesman Steve Clark said in a statement to The Associated Press on Sunday night. Clark said that Oregon State was in contact with USC officials and ``have communicated our efforts to investigate this matter immediately.’’ ``Both schools strongly agree that there is no place for such racially insensitive language in sports,’’ USC senior woman administrator Donna Heinel said in a statement provided to the AP. ``And we appreciate Oregon State and the Pac-12’s immediate dedication to investigating this incident and their efforts to ensure that our collective values of respect and inclusion are upheld.’’ Oregon State won 69-63.

Woman Burned as Gas is Pumped into Garbage Can in Her Backseat

MOSES LAKE, Wash. (AP) _ Authorities say a Washington woman suffered severe burns after gasoline fumes ignited when gas was being pumped into a garbage can in a car’s backseat. KOMO-TV reports the Grant County Sheriff’s Office says the woman, who was a passenger early Saturday morning at a Cascade Valley Grocery convenience store, was smoking a cigarette, which ignited the flames. Deputies later found a large amount of marijuana in the car’s trunk. A bystander took the woman to Samaritan Healthcare in Moses Lake. The male driver who was pumping the gas ran away.

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Celebrating BLACK HISTORY

The Black Press Remembers Lerone Bennett Jr. “Before the Mayflower” Author, Freedom Fighting Journalist Lerone Bennett Jr.

Veteran journalist Lerone Bennett Jr. died on February 14, 2018 from advanced vascular dementia. He was 89. (Environmental Protection Agency/Creative Commons)

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Contributor Perhaps no other voice—or pen—captured the real life of Africans and African Americans like Lerone Bennett Jr., the former editor of EBONY and Jet magazines who died on Wednesday, February 14 at the age of 89. Chicago Sun-Times reported that, Bennett suffered from vascular dementia. Among his many hard-hitting and compelling works was the exposé, “Before the Mayflower: A History of Black

America,” in which Bennett traces Black history from its origins in western Africa, through the transatlantic journey and slavery, the Reconstruction period, the Jim Crow era, and the Civil Rights Movement. The book was later re-issued five more times and ultimately included life in the 1990s. Bennett would go on to pen at least 10 books, including the eye-opening, 2000 book titled “Forced into Glory: Abraham Lincoln’s White Dream,” which, for some, shattered centuries-old myths about America’s 16th president’s involvement in the freedom of slaves.

A description of the book on Amazon.com said: “Beginning with the argument that the Emancipation Proclamation did not actually free African American slaves, this dissenting view of Lincoln’s greatness surveys the president’s policies, speeches, and private utterances and concludes that he had little real interest in abolition.” Pointing to Lincoln’s support for the fugitive slave laws, his friendship with slave-owning Senator Henry Clay, and conversations in which he entertained the idea of deporting slaves in order to create an all-White nation, the book, concludes that the president was a racist at heart— and that the tragedies of Reconstruction and the Jim Crow era were the legacy of his shallow moral vision. “Smart man and great author. His book [about Lincoln] changed my life,” said comedian Sinbad. “Before the Mayflower’ educated me about the need to research our true history.” Others too expressed their sadness and profound gratitude for Bennett. “I am personally saddened by the death of Lerone Bennett Jr. We have lost another great journalist who will be sorely missed,” said Dorothy R. Leavell, the chairman of the NNPA and editor and publisher of the Crusader newspapers in Chicago, Illinois and Gary, Indiana. “We knew him as the conscience and voice of EBONY and Jet magazines and through the many books he published. The world is richer, because of his work here on earth and we are grateful for his many contributions.” Bennett counted as an elegant scholar and freedom fighter who used the power of his pen to awaken millions of people to the true history of African people in America and throughout the world, said NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. “Bennett’s journalistic genius will be missed, but his contributions to documenting the struggles and triumphs of Black men, women and children will continue to be cherished by generations far into the future,” Chavis said. “The NNPA salutes the living legacy of Lerone Bennett Jr. with a commitment to pick up his pen and put it into the

hands of today’s freedom fighting publishers, editors and journalists.” Bennett worked for EBONY for nearly 50 years, after starting at Jet in 1951 and then moving to the sister publication in 1953. By 1958, he was the executive editor. “Lerone worked side by side with my father in establishing EBONY’s voice,” EBONY CEO Linda Johnson Rice told the Chicago Sun-Times. “He was the guiding light for the editorial vision of EBONY. Lerone was not just essential in the formation of EBONY’s historic trajectory, he was a pillar in the Black community.” The Griot reported: “In addition to being remembered as an editor for these two magazines, Bennett, a graduate of Morehouse College, is known for his books, many of which cover the Black experience in America and the civil rights movement.” Bennett’s footprints are cemented at the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame in Atlanta and he once served on President Bill Clinton’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities. The veteran journalist and historian also served as an early adviser to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. In a tweet, the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Jr., praised Bennett’s work. “A classmate & biographer of Dr. King, during the turbulent 60’s, his was a pen that mattered. As historian, author of ‘Before the Mayflower’, editor of Ebony magazine, the most read voice of the freedom struggle, his impact will long be felt and remembered,” Jackson tweeted. From its official Twitter account, the NMAAHC tweeted, “it is with great sadness and profound sense of loss that we share the news of the death of Lerone Bennett Jr., a gifted historian and journalist.” On Twitter, Bernice A. King called Bennett a beloved and brilliant man. “If you haven’t read his books, I encourage you to. Even if you have, I encourage you to. Truly one of a kind historian & scholar,” King tweeted. “Grateful for what he’s meant to my family.”

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

World & Nation

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Black Female Voters Host Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Debate By California Black Media Newswire Black, female, political powerhouses are on a push to increase the number of Black women and allies in civic leadership. They kicked off this year’s effort by hosting Democratic candidates at the “Our Time to Engage, Inform & Vote Gubernatorial Issues Forum” on Feb. 13 at the Crest Theatre in downtown Sacramento. The event flowed like a Q&A dialogue. State Senator Holly Mitchell was apart of the honorary host committee, along with a coalition of Black women in partnership with Black Women Organized for Political Action (BWOPA). BWOPA is a leader in the statewide movement to promote and support Black women in elected office. Participants were John Chiang, State Treasurer, Delaine Eastin, former State Superintendent of Public Instruction, and Antonio Villaraigosa former State Assembly Speaker and mayor of Los Angeles. In their pitches to an audience of predominantly African American women, the trio addressed policies that disproportionately impact Black women in the areas of jobs, economic security, housing, health, criminal and social justice. According to “Black Women in American Politics: 2017 Status Update,” Black women remain severely underrepresented as both candidates and officeholders at the statewide executive level. Only four Black women were general election candidates for statewide elected executive office in the 2016 elections, and none were successful, indicates the study put out by the Center for American Women and Politics, Higher Heights and Rutgers University. Eastin used the opportunity to lift up teachers and others, who may have stood in the gap for those who suffered in dysfunctional families in their youth. Whether they were from, married to, or were best friends with someone from a dysfunctional family, somebody steps up for them, she said. On the question of public safety, Chiang congratulated Villaraigosa on earning the California Police Chiefs

Association and the Peace Officers Research Association of California’s endorsement. He claimed he was bypassed for asserting it’s important that they have a discussion about Black Lives Matter. “You have to have that tough conversation about what are your recruitment policies? What are your retention policies, and how are you engaging? How are you disengaging,” said Chiang? Villaraigosa gave the roadmap for gaining political empowerment. “Every time you sit down with your governor, and you get to sit down with the CEO, you should ask them, who’s on the board,” he stated. “At the end of the day, good government is government of the people. That’s got to reflect the diversity,” Villaraigosa added. Judy Baloney, a resident of Elk Grove in Sacramento County, said she attended without a preconceived idea of who she would vote for. She left feeling Villaraigosa was the least prepared, and that Eastin “brought it home.” “I think is an ongoing conversation. I think this was a start. I don’t think we were able to delve into a lot of the key issues that we need to delve in, especially when it dealt with health and public safety and our education process,” said Nolice Edwards, of Sacramento. She felt the candidates at least received a good start toward thinking about Black women’s issues. “When we come back, after June, they should be ready, have done their homework, and be prepared to delve into the issues that impact Black women,” she stated. Candidate and Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom was absent due to a scheduling conflict. “He was so sorry that he could not be here. It was so important for him that I be here on his behalf, not only to represent him but represent my values,” said Jennifer Siebel Newsom. She said she was honored to be there to listen to the issues that are nearest and dearest to the hearts of Black women, in particular, and their families.

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“These are issues that we need to address and fix, and if we can fix these issues, then I think that we can actually

address inequality in our country,” she stated.

OR Laws Ease Scrubbing of Racist Provisions By ANDREW SELSKY Associated Press SALEM, Ore. (AP) _ When Oregon lawmaker Julie Fahey and her husband bought a house, the deed said that only whites could live there unless the person was a domestic servant. Across America, many home owners and buyers of older properties like Fahey are shocked to see racist exclusions remaining on deeds, decades after they were outlawed. Fahey researched how to remove the offensive language, and discovered that doing so would be complicated

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and expensive. Notice would have to be served to every person and institution with financial interest in the property and a request filed in court. Fahey, a Democrat in the Oregon House of Representatives who is white, decided to sponsor a bill to make it easier for people to scrub the offensive language from their deeds. The measure unanimously sailed through Oregon’s House of Representatives on Wednesday, but not before it opened a window on how the racist provisions are hurtful, and how they underscore housing inequalities that persist today. Sen. Lew Frederick, an African-American representing Portland, told a hearing on the bill last week that the deed to his own home still has language that says he cannot live there. “This is not enforced, but it’s quite a surprise to discover that I am illegal living in my own house,’’ Frederick said. Rep. Mark Meek, who is a realtor and represents the Portland suburb of Oregon City, described “uncomfortable discussions’’ with clients that arise when racist exclusions are listed. “I say it’s not enforceable, but the history of it and really the true ugliness of it (persists) even though we’re in a different era,’’ said Meek, a Latino. “I think it comes to a time where we don’t erase that history but ... we make a path for those citizens and those owners of those properties who say that’s no longer allowed here.’’ The U.S. Supreme Court in 1948 made restrictions based on race unenforceable. They were outlawed by the federal Fair Housing Act of 1968. Before, the Federal Housing Administration denied mortgages based upon race and ethnicity, a practice known as redlining that kept people who weren’t white from buying into more desirable areas where property values were rising. California lawmakers passed a bill in 2009 to have racist covenants purged whenever property changes hands, but former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger vetoed it, noting the covenants are already void and raising concerns about counties raising fees to cover costs. California lets residents request to have the covenants redacted, and several other states have also taken measures to purge racist language from housing documents. Still, these whites-only covenants remain on property

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Fahey’s own deed for her house in the university town of Eugene, dated May 31, 1949, says only a “Caucasian’’ can use or occupy any building in the subdivision “except as domestics.’’ Her bill, which goes before the Senate, would enable a homeowner to notify interested parties by certified or registered mail about the plan to scrub a racist covenant. The new process would ensure that no other fees would be imposed. “For me, it was about making sure that the next person who buys the house doesn’t have to see this language and go through this process,’’ Fahey said. “The goal is to make sure that all Oregonians can feel welcome in their homes.’’

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deeds across the country, from South Carolina, to Missouri, to Washington state. A study by the University of Washington found racial restrictions in scores of neighborhoods in Seattle and its suburbs. “No person other than one of the Caucasian race shall be permitted to occupy any portion of any lot in said plat or any building thereon except a domestic servant actually employed by a Caucasian occupant of said lot or building,’’ says a restriction in Seattle’s Beacon Hill neighborhood. Another covenant says: “No part of said property hereby conveyed shall ever be used or occupied by any Hebrew or by any person of the Ethiopian, Malay or any Asiatic Race.’’

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Sen. Lew Frederick, an African-American representing Portland, told a hearing on the bill last week that the deed to his own home still has language that says he cannot live there.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0550 2018-B0551 Doing business as: RIVERLAKES PROFESSIONAL PLAZA / RIVERLAKES PROFESSIONAL PLAZA LLC at 216 Edgerton St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93312 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: RIVERLAKES PROFESSIONAL PLAZA, LLC CA 216 Edgerton St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93312 This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company SIGNED: Paul J Andre, Manager The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Mar 26, 2003 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 23, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Garcia, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 23, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 2018

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interest thereon, as provided in said note under the terms of the deed of trust, to-wit: $132,565.00 (estimated), including as provided in said note, advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. A notice of default was recorded August 9, 2011, in Kern County, California, as Inst. No. 0211100974, as was served on F. Oliver Bondswell Cooper, and all parties having an interest in said property, in compliance with the requirements of Civil Code section 2924 et seq. This notice is given in compliance with a written request made to the trustee by the beneficiary. The undersigned was appointed and substituted as trustee under the trust deed by a substitution recorded in Kern County, California on April 13, 2012, as Inst. No. 212049681.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0614 Doing business as: WESTERN SECURITY at 7908 Calle Espada Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant John Dean Dunham, Jr. 7908 Calle Espada Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: John Dean Dunham, Jr. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 1, 2000 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 25, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Garcia, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 25, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0525 Doing business as: BAKERSFIELD MOBILE LOCKSMITH at 1107 Coyote Springs Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant Heath Bourne Gallon, 1107 Coyote Springs Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Heath Bourne Gallon The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 1, 2018 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 22, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: K Barragan, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO: 2016-B0932 Business Name you wish to abandon: FILP & INVEST Street address of business: 16218 Mil Potrero Hwy, Pine Mountain, Ca. 93222 County: Kern Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 5384 Pine Mountain Ca. 932225384 Registrant(s) whose wish to abandon the business name: Lurdes Alvarez, 2304 Cedarwood Dr, Pine Mountain Club Ca. 93222 I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Business was conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Lurdes Alvarez, Owner This statement of abandonment filed on: Jan 22, 2018MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: K Barragan Deputy BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 2018 SUMMONS FAMILY LAW CITACION DERECHO FAMILIAR CASE # BFL-17-004561 NOTICE TO RESPONSENT: AVISO AL DEMANDADO MAURICIO CUBIAS You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea la informacion a continuacion y en la pagina siguiente. PETITIONER’S NAME IS: NOMBRE DEL DEMANDANTE: ALICIA CUELLAR You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) 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. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts. ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www. lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 dias de calendario despues de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citacion y Peticion para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar laentrega legal de na copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefonica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerio. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar ordenes que afecten su martrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte tambien le puede ordenar que pague manutencion, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, pongase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener informacion para encontraer un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca.org) o poniendose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE-RESTRAINING ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: The restraining orders 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 had received or seen a copy of them. AVISO-LAS ORDENES DE RESTRICCION SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PAGINA 2: Las ordenes de restriccion estan en vigencia en cuanto a ambos conyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la peticion, se emita un fallo a la corte de otras ordenes. Cualquier agencia del orden publico que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas ordenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCION DE CUOTAS: Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario un formulario de exencion de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a peticion de usted o de la otra parte. The name and address of the Court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte son) SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 1215 Tuxtun Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93301 The name, address, and telephone

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE You are in default under a deed of trust dated January 31, 1996. 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 March 2, 2018, at 2:00 P.M., LeBeau Thelen, LLP, as Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded on March 12, 1996, as Inst. No. 0196031318, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Kern County, California, executed by F. Oliver Bondswell Cooper, a single man as Trustor in fabor of James Stoklen Moore, original beneficiary. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH OR CASHIER’S CHECK OR OTHER INSTITUTIONAL CHECK ACCEPTABLE TO THE TRUSTEE, (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) at the front entrance to the City Hall, located at 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301all 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: Parcels 3 and 4 of Parcel Map No. 3711, in the unincorporated area, County of Kern, State of California, According to the map filed October 22, 1976 in Book 16, Page 200 of Parcel Maps, in the office of the county recorder of said County. APN 397-140-11; APN 397-140-12 described above is purported to be: 20985 Walker Basin Road, Caliente CA. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Present Beneficiary: Kathy Watson, Trustee of the James S. Moore Family Trust dated January 27, 1999 – (661) 979-2108 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 awre 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 OF 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 Andrew Sheffield at (661) 325-8962 for information regarding the trustee’s sale. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the unpaid balance of the note secured by said Deed of Trust with

NOTICE TO SUBCONTRACTORS, MATERIAL SUPPLIERS AND WORKERS The City of California City is actively soliciting bids from prospective subcontractors or materials suppliers whose businesses qualify as Section 3 Business Concerns, as well as individuals who qualify as Section 3 Residents in connection with the Balsitis Park Improvements CD#13.16.1 project to be located in the County of Kern and funded by the HUD. Qualified individuals and firms may obtain a list of plan-holding general contractors at the Agency office until 5:00 PM. On March 08, 2018. General Contractors should be contacted directly for possible use in their bid proposals on this project. A Section 3 Business Concern is a business: (1) that is 51% or more owned by Section 3 Residents; or (2) whose permanent, full-time employees include persons, at least 30 percent of whom are currently Section 3 Residents, or within three years of the date of first employment with the business concern were Section 3 Residents; or (3) that provides evidence of a commitment to subcontract in excess of 25 percent of the dollar award of all subcontracts to be awarded to business concerns that meet the qualifications set forth in paragraphs (1) or (2) in this definition of Section 3 Business Concern. A Section 3 Resident is: (1) a resident of public housing located in Kern County, or (2) an individual who resides in the County of Kern and who is a low or very-low income person. Hiring is anticipated for the following trades: Laborers and power equipment operators. Subcontracts may be let for the following categories of work on this project. Earthwork, Paving, Concrete work and Striping.. BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 14, 21, 28, Mar 7, 2018

BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LOUIISE CUNNINGHAM CASE NUMBER: BPB-17-003212 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LOUISE CUNNINGHAM A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by VINCENT MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM in the Superior Court of California, County of BAKERSFIELD THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that VINCENT MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: Feb 15, 2018 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: P located at 1215 Truxtun Ave., Bakersfield, Ca. 93301 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 deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided of Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. 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 (for 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. petitioner: VINCENT MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM, 2912 University Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93306 Telephone: (651) 424-1414 Fax: (831) 529-3023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0785 2018-B0786 Doing business as: CAL TRUCK / CTE at 4550 Buck Owens Blvd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93308 Mailing Address: 214 H St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93304 County: Kern Full name of registrant: CAL TRUCK AND EQUIPMENT, LLC CA 4550 Buck Owens Blvd Bakersfield, Ca. 93308 This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company SIGNED: Charles Williams, President The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Feb 1, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Garcia, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Feb 1, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0621

PUBLIC NOTICE

Doing business as: MAKING MEMORIES at 10824 Shellabarger Rd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93312 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Megan Jeanae Marley Soto, 10824 Shellabarger Rd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93312 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Megan Jeanae Marley Soto The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 25, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: C Valdez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 25, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO: 2014-B2340 Business Name you wish to abandon: FROSTY KING Street address of business: 1505 S Fairfax Rd Bakersfield, Ca. 93307 County: Kern Mailing address of business: Same Registrant(s) whose wish to abandon the business name: Motya Hezam Alzokari, 401 Haven Dr Arvin, Ca 93203 I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Business was conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Motya Hezam Alzokari, Owner This statement of abandonment filed on: Jan 26, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Garcia Deputy BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0690 Doing business as: SPORTSWEAR MART at 4440 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: SPORTSWEAR MART, INC. CA 4440 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 This business is conducted by: Corporation SIGNED: Jeong S Ahn, Secretary The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Apr 1, 1993 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 29, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: C Valdez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 29, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0691 Doing business as: SM93 STREETWEAR at 1015 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93301 Mailing Address: 4440 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 County: Kern Full name of registrant: SPORTSWEAR MART, INC. CA 4440 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 This business is conducted by: Corporation SIGNED: Jeong S Ahn, Secretary The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 29, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: C Valdez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 29, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0692 Doing business as: ANGEL UNIFORMS at 4440 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 Mailing Address: Same

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

PUBLIC NOTICE County: Kern Full name of registrant: SPORTSWEAR MART, INC. CA 4440 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 This business is conducted by: Corporation SIGNED: Jeong S Ahn, Secretary The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Mar 1, 2004 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 29, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: C Valdez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 29, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0689 Doing business as: DATA3 at 620 Montalvo Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Robert Glen O’Bannon, 620 Montalvo Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Robert Glen O’Bannon The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 29, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Bojorquez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 29, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0719 Doing business as: LOYLE LANDSCAPING at 619 Charlana Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93308 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Richard Michael Doyle Chambers, 619 Charlana Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93308 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Richard Michael Doyle Chambers The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 30, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Bojorquez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 30, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0618 Doing business as: GGORAYA TRUCKING at 4930 Gosford Rd #1105 Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Garbhinder Singh, 4930 Gosford Rd #1105 Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Gurbhinder Singh The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 25, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Garcia, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime

PUBLIC NOTICE This statement expires on Jan 25, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0136 Doing business as: PRUDENTIAL CARE COUNSELING at 3200 21st #101 Bakersfield, Ca. 93301 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 60495 Bakersfield, Ca. 93386 County: Kern Full name of registrant: Diana Kathleen Najera, 3917 Riviera Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93306 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Diana Kathleen Najera The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Dec 1, 2017 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 5, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: C Valdez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 5, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Jan 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0525 Doing business as: BAKERSFIELD MOBILE LOCKSMITH at 1107 Coyote Springs Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant Heath Bourne Gallon, 1107 Coyote Springs Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Heath Bourne Gallon The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 1, 2018 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 22, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: K Barragan, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 22, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Jan 31, Feb 7, 14, 21, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0782 Doing business as: R H TRANSPORT at 5503 Millington Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Blanca Cristina Arias, 5503 Millington Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Blanca Cristina Arias The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Feb 1, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: C Valdez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code).

PUBLIC NOTICE I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Feb 1, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 14, 21, 28, Mar 7, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0954 Doing business as: LESLEY’S FAMILY CHILD CARE at 3614 Kimmie Rachelle Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Lesley Margo Reichert, 3614 Kimmie Rachelle Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Lesley Margo Reichert The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: May 24, 2013 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Feb 7, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Bojorquez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Feb 7, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 14, 21, 28, Mar 7, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0449 Doing business as: ROJAS TRANSPORTATION at 3521 Digiorgio Rd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93307 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Margarita Rojas, 3521 Digiorgio Rd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93307 Full name of registrant: Manuel Molina Rojas, 3521 Digiorgio Rd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93307 This business is conducted by: General Partnership SIGNED: Margarita Rojas The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 18, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: C Valdez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 18, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 14, 21, 28, Mar 7, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0500 Doing business as: STOP N SHOP MARKET at 16804 Hwy 14 Unit 1 Mojave, Ca 93501 Mailing Address: 241 E Ave J 13 Lancaster Ca. 93535 County: Kern Full name of registrant: Nancy Williams, 241 E Ave J 13 Lancaster, Ca. 93535 Full name of registrant: Grady Johnson, 241 E Ave J 13 Lancaster, Ca. 93535 This business is conducted by: General Partnership SIGNED: Nancy Williams The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 22, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Garcia, Deputy This fictitious Business Name

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PUBLIC NOTICE Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 22, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 14, 21, 28, Mar 7, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0501 Doing business as: GENERAL FREIGHT TRADE, LLC at 4900 Calif Ave, tower B 2nd Fl Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: GENERAL FREIGHT TRADE, LLC CA 4900 Calif Ave Tower B 2nd Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company SIGNED: Juan A Cabrera The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: May 1, 2017 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 22, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: C Valdez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Jan 22, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 14, 21, 28, Mar 7, 2018 SUMMONS CITACION JUDICIAL NOTICE TO DEFENDANT AVISO AL DEMANDADO) MOGA TRANSPORT, INC., PHILLIP VASQUEZ-MARQUEZ and DOES 1 TO 50, inclusive You are being sued by plaintiff (Lo Esta Demandando El Demandante) JOSE GUADALUPE TELLO-VASQUEZ, VICENTE ALCANTAR, ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ NEGRETE, JOSE ARELLANO MARTINEZ CASE NUMBER (Numero del caso 2025498 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 no 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 SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfor.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 fee 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 be contacting your local or county bar association. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIOS despues de que le entregue esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copla al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfthelp/ espanol). En la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede ms cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta

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PUBLIC NOTICE a tiempo, puede preder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su dueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que liame a un abogado inmedialamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede liamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, esposible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol/) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de obogados locales. The name and address of the court is: El nombre y direccion de la corte es): CIVIL DIVISION CITY TOWERS, 4TH FLOOR MODESTO, CA 95354 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is (El nombre la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es) MARIA C. JAIME 231501 Curtis Legal Group, A Prof Law Corp P.O. Box 3030 1300 K St, 2nd Fl Modesto, Ca. 95353 Telephone: (209) 521-1800 Date: (Fecha) June 29, 2017 Clerk (Secretario) Lindsey Stringfellow, Deputy (Adjunto NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 14, 21, 28, 2018 SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA COURT OF STANISLAUS Case Number 2025498 JOSE GUADALUPE TELLO-VASQUEZ, VICENTE ALCANTAR, ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ NEGRETE, JOSE ARELLANO MARTINEZ Plaintiffs, v. MOGA TRANSPORT, INC., PHILLIP VASQUEZ-MARQUEZ and DOES 1 to 50, inclusive Defendants On reading and filing the evidence consisting of Plaintiffs’ application for this Order, the declaration of Maria C. Jaime included therein, and the affidavit of Caleb Barger, attached to and incorporated by reference in the application, it is satisfactorily appearing to me therefrom that Defendant MOGA TRANSPORT, INC., HEREINAFTER referred to as “Defendant” cannot with reasonable diligence be served in any other manner as specified in Sections 415.10 through 415.40 of the Code of Civil Procedure, and that a cause of action exists in favor of Plaintiffs against Defendant. IT IS ORDERED that the summons be served by publication in The Bakersfield Observer, a newspaper of general circulation published in Bakersfield, California, action, and that the publication be made once a week for three successive weeks. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of the Summons, a copy of the Complaint, and a copy of this Order be forthwith mailed to Defendant if the address is ascertained before expiration of the time herein prescribed for publication of summons. ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFFS MARIA C. JAIME SBN 231502 CURTIS LEGAL GROUP A Professional Law Corporation 1300 K St, Suite B Modesto, CA 95353 (209) 521-1800 (209) 572-3501 MJaime@CurtisLegalGroup.com DATE: Jan 12, 2018 Timothy W. Salter JODGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 14, 21, 28, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0618 Doing business as: GGORAYA TRUCKING at 4930 Gosford Rd #1105 Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Gurbhinder Singh, 4930 Gosford Rd #1105 Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Gurbhinder Singh The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Jan 25, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Garcia, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B1096 Doing business as: BRAYCO INSULTION at 429 19th St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93301 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Newlin Ray Bray, 2300 Lester St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93304 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Newlin Ray Bray The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Apr 1, 1992 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Feb 14, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: K Barragan, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Feb 14, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (K) PUB: Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0991 2018-B0992 Doing business as: MASSAGE ENVY / MASSAGE ENVY SPA at 9000 Ming Ave #D1 Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 Mailing Address: 59 Damonte Ranch Pkwy #488 Reno VN, 89521 County: Kern Full name of registrant: CSG HOLDING CA,LLC DE 59 Damonte Ranch Pkwy #488 Reno NV 89521 This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company SIGNED: Matt Perelman, Co-President The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Nov 13. 2017 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Feb 8, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Garcia, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Feb 8, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B1029 Doing business as: TASTE OF AFRICAN FOOD at 3612 Weschester Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 Mailing Address: 11901 Nebula Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93312 County: Kern Full name of registrant: Ramatou Ngoufan Famusoh, 11901 Nebula Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93312 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Ramatou Ngoufan Fomusoh The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 20, 2018 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Feb 9, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Garcia, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2018-B0903 Doing business as: GLAMDOLLBOUTIQUE at 638 Flame St, McFarland, Ca. 93250 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Abigail Flores, 638 Flame St, McFarland, Ca. 93250 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Abigail Flores The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: July 1, 2016 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Feb 5, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: K Barragan, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. 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 to a trademark or trade name under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 ET SEQ., business and professions code). I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A) Registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Feb 5, 2023 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14, 2018 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO: 2017-B5774 Business Name you wish to abandon: GLAMDOLL BOUTIQUE Street address of business: 638 Flame St, McFarland, Ca. 93250 County: Kern Mailing address of business: Same Registrant(s) whose wish to abandon the business name: Abigail Flores, 638 Flame St, McFarland, Ca. 93250 I declare that all information in this Statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Business was conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Abigail Flores, Business Owner This statement of abandonment filed on: Feb 5, 2018 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: K Barragan Deputy BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14, 2018 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER BCV-18-100252 Superior Court of the State of California, for the county of Kern, 1415 Truxtun Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93301 METROPOLITAN DIVISION PETITION OF: INES EDGARDO TOLENTINO And MARGARITA NUNGARAY NUNGARAY FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: INES EDGARDO TOLENTINO and MARGARITA NUNGARAY NUNGARAY for a decree changing names as follows: Present name CHRISTOPHER EDWARD TOLENTINO NUNGARAY TRISTAN BRYAN TOLENTINO NUNGARAY Filed a petition with this court Proposed name CHRISTOPHER EDWARD TOLENTINO TRISTAN BRYAN TOLENTINO THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted if no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: Apr 10, 2018 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: 12 The address of the court is: Same as noted above. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a 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 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER Date: Feb 8, 2018 JUDEL COURT COMMISSIONER INES EDGARDO TOLENTINO And MARGARITA NUNGARAY NUNGARAY, 2704 Catalina Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93306 Phone: (661) 241-9382 In Pro Per BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14, 2018

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Food for the Mind” at 9th African American Read-In By Brittany Wallace Contributing Beat Writer The Bakersfield African American Read-In Committee held its 9th annual Read-In event Saturday at the Bakersfield Senior Center. The theme for this year’s read-in was “Reading: Food for the Mind”, and focused on the correlation between the joys of food and literacy. The read-in included open forum discussion about the importance of literacy, the reading of a poem and short story, a few rounds of bingo, and children’s workshops. Volunteers from Community Action Partnership Head Start helped kids learn about the health benefits of different fruits and vegetables, and provided parent resources, well-balanced breakfast recipes, and grade appropriate books for each child to keep. Committee member, Edith Sims, has been a part of the read-in for nine years and shared that her dedication and involvement with the event came from her time as a Head Start teacher. “Many African American children may not be exposed to literary resources. The earlier children are introduced to reading and literature, the greater the chances of the children developing an interest in reading.” Sims went on to share about how she would take her children to the market when they were young, and would encourage them to expand their vocabulary by asking them to describe different produce that they’d see. She would continue the conversation while she was preparing meals, and would engage them in conversation about how the produce would be incorporated into ingredients for family meals. Sims said, “It’s important for parents to get

involved with their children’s literacy and to promote the importance of reading in the home.” The free community event promoted education, and the importance of literacy in the African American community across all ages. Community based resources and reading materials were provided to all in attendance.

Sylvia Hayward leads the Black National Anthem. (Brittany Wallace courtesy photo)

Adult reading material provided by the Bakersfield African American Read-In. (Brittany Wallace courtesy photo)

Children’s books provided by the Bakersfield African American Read-In. (Brittany Wallace courtesy photo)

Children assemble and enjoy healthy snack. (Brittany Wallace courtesy photo)

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By Dwight Brown NNPA Newswire Film Critic The Black Panther character was first introduced into the Marvel Studios pantheon back in 1966. The launch took place in the comic book “Fantastic Four Vol.1” issue 52. So why did it take 52 years for that character to make its solo debut on the silver screen? Well, apparently it takes five decades to make a populous-loving, near-perfect Black Marvel film. And it is worth the wait. Audiences got a taste for the newest incarnation of the character when T’Challa/Black Panther debuted in Captain America: Civil War, the saga in which Avenger characters battled against each other. With filmmaker Ryan Coogler (“Creed,“Fruitvale Station”) as its director and spiritual guide and a script he co-wrote with Joe Robert Cole, this Marvel chapter is decidedly and unapologetically Afrocentric—it’s all about the motherland and bit about urban America. Upon the death of his father, the king of Wakanda, T’Challa, (Chadwick Boseman, “Get on Up,” “42”), the prince, comes home to the mythical and modern, hightech metropolis hidden somewhere in Africa. To ascend to the throne, the heir must take on challengers in a public ritual, witnessed by his people. He does. As the new king, vested with superhuman powers, Black Panther is the protector of his nation. In short time, he is pulled out of his comfort zone when he is asked to track down Ulysses Klaue (Andy Serkis), a South African illegal arms dealer, who is involved with dastardly American mercenary Erik Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan). The two have a precious Wakandan artifact, made of “Vibranium,” a powerful, mystical, precious metal that empowers the kingdom and was the foundation material for Captain America’s shield. The crooks intend to sell the relic to a CIA Agent (Martin Freeman). For some

reason, Erik has an unbridled anger for T’Challa and his deceased father. He seeks their throne, which he feels is rightfully his. The king is led into a dangerous Korean casino where the artifact purchase will go down. His guides are his love interest Nakia (Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o, “12 Years A Slave”) who is a Wakandan international spy and Okoye (Danai Gurira, “The Walking Dead”), the fearless head of Dora Milaje, the Wakanda Special Forces. The success or failure of their mission holds a key to Wakanda’s future. Coogler’s rich and dense script features a plethora of characters who have varied relations with the king: There’s W’Kabi (Daniel Kaluuya, “Get Out”), head of security for the Border Tribe; Shuri (Letitia Wright, “Urban Hymn”), T’Challa’s tech wiz sister, who is also a scientist and inventor who supplies her brother with weapons and gadgets; M’Baku (Winston Duke, TV’s “Person of Interest”) leader of the Jabari Tribe, who once challenged T’Challa; and the Queen Mother Ramonda (Angela Bassett). Once the plot and characters are set in place, the storyline winds its way through various countries, highlighting strong rivalries, a touch of romance and some comic moments. What’s different about this Marvel episode is that there are also themes that debate whether wealthy African countries should stay self-contained or become an active part of the diaspora and advocate for social and economic justice in other places. That’s not the kind of subplot or character motivation audiences will find in a Thor, Iron Man or a Captain America movie. Kudos to Coogler for being a courageous filmmaker able to handle social issues, as well as cartoon characters. Also, the dialogue can be very royal and serious or completely cheeky, like when Shuri off-handedly refers to the CIA agent as a “colonizer.” It’s a joke, but it’s not a joke. As a writer/director, Coogler has firmly established that his strength is in creating and developing intimate relationships that capture the viewer’s attention. The innocent young man killed in “Fruitvale Station” and his mom

Michael B. Jordan (right) and Chaswick Boseman star in “Black Panther.” (Marvel)

were tight; the young boxer and elder pugilist in “Creed” had a strong bond too. Whether it’s the king and his spritely little sister, his evasive lover or his archenemy, you never question the characters’ interpersonal dynamics. Also, the director has chosen a very theatrical ambiance. The pageantry is as thick as that in a Broadway play, and the actors seem to relish the grandeur. The overall look of the film is exceptional, though you have to get used to the potpourri of styles and effects: At times scenes feels like a hip Fast & Furious episode (the car chases). Other times like the Lion King (with a sweet Disney-ish tone). There are scenes of African landscapes that look like they are from an Abderrahmane Sissako film (“Timbuktu”). The space age, high technology elements of the underground city-state resemble Tron. The warrior rhinoceroses seem like they’re straight out of “Jumanji” or “Jurassic World.” Some of the space travel and ships evoke Star Wars. That’s an observation, not a complaint. Though it would have been cool, if the footage looked completely different than anything audiences had ever seen. The screen is ablaze with Africanesque costumes (Ruth E. Carter, “Selma”) and exotic sets (production designer Hannah Beachler, “Moonlight”; set decoration Jay Hart, “L.A. Confidential”). The beguiling musical soundtrack (Ludwig Goransson, “Creed”) and energized

ultra-hip music (“All the Stars” by Kendrick Lamar and SZA) are candy for the ears. The footage is perfectly lit (D.P. Rachel Morrison, “Mudbound”). Boseman plays the stoic lead, and aptly balances vulnerability with an inner strength and determination. The overly confidant and scampish Letitia Wright as his sis, the brave beyond reason Danai Gurira and gorgeously beautiful Lupita Nyong’o are a joy to watch and far more animated. The male co-stars have charisma too: Jordan makes a fine, bitter villain. Kaluuya and Duke match warrior instincts quite well. Bassett and Forest Whitaker as Zuri represent a generation of wise elders with great dignity. It took forethought, intelligence, social consciousness, an understanding of black history and great artistry to make one of the most anticipated films of the decade a success. Coogler and his crew don’t disappoint. This is one of the most entertaining Marvel movies ever made. Black Panther is a vibrant, empowering allegory hidden beneath the cloak of a comic book movie, where most of the characters are Black, large and in charge. Dwight Brown is a film critic and travel writer. As a film critic, he regularly attends international film festivals including Cannes, Sundance, Toronto and the American Black Film Festival. Read more movie reviews by Dwight Brown here and at DwightBrownInk.com.

Chadwick Boseman stars in “Black Panther.” (Marvel)

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movie has in an entire weekend. The number of theaters setting revenue records climbed to 80 locations, more than 10 percent of the entire circuit,” wrote Hollywood Reporter. With that, “Black Panther” makes director Ryan Coogler the top-grossing Black director in film history. The previous record was held by “Straight Outta Compton,” which made $214 million worldwide in 2015. Marvel established the Black Panther character in the 1960s and the film features a majority African American cast and many strong female characters.

The pre-release news, nine month-long marketing campaign and anticipation over “Black Panther” mixed with good reviews and the politics of the time produced a ton of buzz around the film, long before it was released. What word of mouth will now do for the film may mean that even more records will be broken. Lauren Victoria Burke is an independent journalist, political analyst and contributor to the NNPA Newswire and BlackPressUSA.com. She can be contacted at LBurke007@gmail.com and on Twitter at @LVBurke.

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February 7, 2018 — Each February, the nation celebrates the importance of Black History Month. This year, California State University, Bakersfield continues the tradition with many activities taking place for students, faculty, staff and community members. The second annual Gospel Fest will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9, at the Icardo Center and will bring churches from Kern County together with choirs and music throughout the night. Performers will include Ebenezer Baptist Church, Greater Harvest Christian Center, Mike Jennings, The MLK to Sell Trucks Superbowl Using People’s Missionary Baptist Church, Pleasant View Baptist Church, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, St. Peter Restoration Community Christian Ministries, Southwest Christian Center, and more. The event is free Black Chamber of Commerce Names New President and open to the public. Albert “Al” J. Williams, vice president of the San Joaquin Valley Business Unit for Chevron’s North America Exploration and Production Company, will be the featured speaker at CSUB’s Unity Breakfast at 6:45 a.m. Friday, Feb. 9, in the Housing and Residence Life Multipurpose Room. During the breakfast celebration, a member of the campus community will be recognized for outstanding contributions in promoting diversity and collaborations. CSUB Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Thomas Wallace will speak at a Brown Bag Discussion at noon Thursday, Feb. 15, in the Stockdale Room on the CSUB campus. Dr. Wallace will present on the Tut Language, a secret reading and spoken language created by black American slaves using English alphabet phonics. The discussion also will include an interactive session, so students, faculty and staff can join in and learn to speak the language as well. Throughout the month of February, student clubs and organizations will host various activities on campus, including tabling for the African Student Association, Expression Night, The History of The Black Panthers Social with Dr. Tracey Salisbury, among others. During a timeout during Saturday’s game against the Chicago Bulls Tyrone was recognized for being named to the Western Conference midseason All-NBA G League Team. (Bakersfield News Observer Photo)

By Lauren Victoria Burke NNPA Newswire Contributor There were ads with Morgan Freeman rapping and ads with babies from around the world and fast cars with singer Steven Tyler. There were ads with medieval themes, magic and song. Then there was the ad using the words and voice of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to sell Dodge Ram sell trucks. “Everybody can be great,” Dr. King said in a speech in 1968, two months before he was murdered. “You only need a heart full of grace; soul generated by love.” The advertisement featured images of football players, cowboys, U.S. troops and first responders as a backdrop to King’s voiceover. The advertisement ended with an image of a soldier, a Dodge truck, and the words “Built to Serve.” The commercial for Dodge trucks provoked protest on social media shortly after it aired from many Super Bowl LII viewers. It also induced a reaction tweet from the The

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sisters (AP) - Two ATER, Mass. permanently EAST BRIDGEW a 5-year-old girl, a burned to rid her of tied down and in a voodoo ritual meant said. The womdisfiguring her, her to misbehave, police girl’s 8-yearhead of the demon causing to cut off the said. en also threateneda machete, authorities at least with tied down on old brother her face his sister was blew fire over with a The boy said area while the sisters two occasions the arm and in the collar to police. on blood, according a and cut her object, drawingalso poured over her eyes needle-like women the of The girl said stung. Hilaire, 40, substance that , 51, and Rachel girl and threatthe Peggy LaBossiere er, denied injuring reported . They East Bridgewatthe Brockton Enterprise assault and 29 to mayhem, ening the boy, women didn’t guilty on Jan. pleaded not A public defender for the on Saturday. L. Williams Contributing Writer of other charges. 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King Center and Bernice King, the daughter of the late civil rights leader. “Neither @TheKingCenter nor @BerniceKing is the entity that approves the use of #MLK’s words or imagery for use in merchandise, entertainment (movies, music, artwork, etc) or advertisement, including tonight’s @ Dodge #SuperBowl commercial,” The King Center tweet stated not long after the ad was broadcast. April 4, 2018 was the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis, Tennessee, at the hands of James Earl Ray. “The worst commercials are those that use icons like Martin Luther King Jr to sell things like a Dodge Ram truck,” tweeted Boston Globe Deputy Bureau Chief Matt Viser. He wasn’t the only one who noticed. “So, Ram Truck appropriated Martin Luther King Jr. and used an all white cast + 1 token black to sell trucks to Trump supporters as if we’re back in the 1950s. #Super-

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Bowl,” stated Lucy Amato on Twitter. “Using a “Martin Luther King” speech and completely taking it OUT OF CONTEXT for a truck commercial is a disgrace,” another Twitter user reacted in a typical statement. Super Bowl advertisements have become an annual obsession as the expensive and targeted marketing to a huge audience has become a place where products are debuted for the first time. Super Bowl ads have also become an annual time to analyze and study the many marketing strategy, as well as the “hits and misses” of the ads seen during the game. It’s likely that the ad featuring King’s voice and words will likely be the source of analysis over the coming days. The ad might also reignite discussion on some of the decisions being made by Dexter King and Martin Luther King III regarding the use of their father’s image and words.

Richard pictured with past presidents of KCBC. From left to right: Nick Hill III, Tamika Powell, Richard, and Ali Morris (Founder of KCBC) (Carrington Prichett/Bakersfield News Observer Photo)

his own horn’, but he has extensive knowledge in various educational fields, including communication, graphic design, web design and green-screen technology. He’s a man that’s not afraid to have people around,” Hill said. “He has so many connections with people. It’s a good path, he’s friendly, he’s open and I think that’s good for the community,” former KCBCC President, Tameka Powell said. Amid the many misconceptions of the KCBCC and its role in the community, Ali Morris- Co-founder of The

Black Chamber of Commerce (2002), stated “We do all the things a chamber does, but we target the black community and people of color. The problems we solved were the issues black business owners have. We understand the challenges of institutional racism black business owners have faced; we give our businesses the tools to be able to overcome the challenges we may face out there.” Heath-Soberanis seems to be mentally and physically ready for the challenges he will face as President/CEO.

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February 7, 2018 — Each February, the nation celebrates the importance of Black History Month. This year, California State University, Bakersfield continues the tradition with many activities taking place for students, faculty, staff and community members. The second annual Gospel Fest will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9, at the Icardo Center and will bring churches from Kern County together with choirs and music throughout the night. Performers will include Ebenezer Baptist Church, Greater Harvest Christian Center, Mike Jennings, The People’s Missionary Baptist Church, Pleasant View Baptist Church, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, St. Peter Restoration Community Christian Ministries, Southwest Christian Center, and more. The event is free and open to the public. Albert “Al” J. Williams, vice president of the San Joaquin Valley Business Unit for Chevron’s North America Exploration and Production Company, will be the featured speaker at CSUB’s Unity Breakfast at 6:45 a.m. Friday, Feb. 9, in the Housing and Residence Life Multipurpose Room. During the breakfast celebration, a member of the campus community will be recognized for outstanding contributions in promoting diversity and collaborations. CSUB Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Thomas Wallace will speak at a Brown Bag Discussion at noon Thursday, Feb. 15, in the Stockdale Room on the CSUB campus. Dr. Wallace will present on the Tut Language, a secret reading and spoken language created by black American slaves using English alphabet phonics. The discussion also will include an interactive session, so students, faculty and staff can join in and learn to speak the language as well. Throughout the month of February, student clubs and organizations will host various activities on campus, including tabling for the African Student Association, Expression Night, The History of The Black Panthers Social with Dr. Tracey Salisbury, among others.

5-year-Old Girl Burned in Voodoo Ritual 2 Charged EAST BRIDGEWATER, Mass. (AP) - Two sisters tied down and burned a 5-year-old girl, permanently disfiguring her, in a voodoo ritual meant to rid her of a demon causing her to misbehave, police said. The women also threatened to cut off the head of the girl’s 8-yearold brother with a machete, authorities said. The boy said his sister was tied down on at least two occasions while the sisters blew fire over her face and cut her on the arm and in the collar area with a needle-like object, drawing blood, according to police. The girl said the women also poured over her eyes a substance that stung. Peggy LaBossiere, 51, and Rachel Hilaire, 40, of East Bridgewater, denied injuring the girl and threatening the boy, the Brockton Enterprise reported . They pleaded not guilty on Jan. 29 to mayhem, assault and other charges. A public defender for the women didn’t return a call seeking comment on Saturday. Police say the girl’s mother is a hair stylist of Haitian descent who has LaBossiere as a client and requested the ritual. She has not been charged but is receiving mental health treatment. The sisters will be back in Brockton Superior Court on Wednesday for a hearing to determine whether they’re too dangerous to be released. The sisters told police that they have performed “cleansing baths”for family and friends in the past, something that involves chanting prayers, rubbing frankincense and eucalyptus oils and sea salt on their bodies, and burning myrrh, the newspaper reported. Children sometimes get burned as spirits leave the body, they said. The girl suffered a third-degree burn across her face that will leave her permanently disfigured, police said. She was treated at a hospital and taken into custody by state welfare authorities, along with her brother, who described to police what happened at the sisters’ house over multiple days. Voodoo refers to religious practices developed centuries ago by enslaved Africans in the Caribbean, primarily in Haiti, where the practices are sometimes spelled “vodou.”

Black Speed Skater Snubbed at Winter Olympics Opening

By Erick Johnson Chicago Crusader/NNPA Member Chicago’s speeding skating world champion Shani Davis, one of America’s most decorated athletes to compete in the Winter Olympics, lost the honor to carry the flag for Team USA during the opening ceremonies on a coin toss. On the coin toss, the honor passed to Erin Hamlin, a four-time Olympic luger, who won a bronze medal at the Winter Olympics in 2014. Davis, the first African American to win an individual gold medal at the Winter Olympics, skipped the opening ceremonies, The Washington Post reported. “One representative from each of the eight U.S. winter sports federations voted, and because Hamlin and Davis each received four votes, the decision was left to a coin toss, in a process established beforehand by the U.S. Olympic Committee,” according to The Washington Post. The move has raised questions about the standards and criteria that Team USA uses in giving the highest honor to an Olympic athlete. Davis shared his displeasure on social media. “I am an American and when I won the 1000m in 2010 I became the first American to 2-peat in that event,” Davis tweeted. “@TeamUSA dishonorably tossed a coin to decide its 2018 flag bearer. No problem. I can wait until 2022. #BlackHistoryMonth2018 #PyeongChang2018”\ Hamlin carried the American flag into Pyeongchang Olympic Stadium in South Korea leading the 244-member American team into the $60 million stadium to kick off the two-week Winter Games. With two gold medals, two silvers and a groundbreaking career, the honor should have gone to Davis, critics of the coin toss have said, a celebrated speed skater with a 16-year career that also includes 10 world championships and four world records in speed skating. He is one of the most senior members on the team who broke racial barriers in a sport that has traditionally been dominated by athletes from more affluent ethnic groups. A native of Chicago,

Davis dispelled stereotypes and beat odds to achieve his Olympic dreams. His unprecedented success has paved the way for a new generation of African American athletes who are competing in this year’s Winter Games. Davis is now competing in his fifth Winter Olympics. But at 35, this will likely be Davis’ last chance to be honored by carrying the flag for Team USA. Hamlin is a four-time Olympic luger and the first American female luger to win a medal at any Olympics. She won a bronze medal at the Winter Games in Sochi in 2014 and became “the first U.S. athlete to win an Olympic singles luge medal in the sport’s 50-year Olympic history,” according to Team USA. While her historic victory at the Sochi games was unprecedented, some would argue that Hamlin’s accomplishments are not as impressive as the gold and silver medals Davis amassed in an illustrious career that spans nearly two decades. Questions remain as to why Team USA executives did not break the tie by evaluating Hamlin’s and Davis’ Olympic credentials and overall record. Davis’ selection as a flag bearer would have reflected Team USA’s crop of athletes, which the organization says is the country’s most diverse group ever. Since 1924, there has never been an African American flag bearer in Winter Games. Very few people of color have had opportunities to train and excel in winter sports in inner city neighborhoods. Christy Cahill, the director of communications for the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) said in an email that, “We don’t publicly share the details of the election, just the process and the result.” Cahill confirmed that a coin toss is held in the event of a tie in this process. She also said: “Medals generally don’t factor into this decision.

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plans to attend San Diego State University or Humboldt University; she will major in Nursing or Business. Colby Maiden, senior at Bakersfield High School, is currently involved in the BSU where he serves as treasurer, secretary of the National Honors’ Society, the Associated Student Body, Virtual Enterprise, Project Lead The Way (PLTW), and is a member of Project BEST. Colby plans to major in Applied Mathematics at the University of Cali-

fornia, Davis and hopes to become a professor. Solomon McCall, senior at Ridgeview High School, is actively enrolled in project BEST, Associated Student Body Leadership, Math Club, Link Crew, and Chess Club. He also maintains two jobs. Solomon plans to attend CSU and major in Exercise Science or Athletic Training. Lauryn McDonald, senior at South High School, is a distinguished outstanding student who has maintained an impressive GPA and received numerous academic awards of achievement. She favors school subjects: English, Psy-

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chology and Spanish. Passionate about animation and story boarding, she is currently enrolled in a 3D Animation class at Kern High School District’s Regional Occupation Center. Lauryn plans to attend Bakersfield College then transfer to University of California campus and major in Psychology or Animation. O’zie Sagbohan, senior at Ridgeview High School, has maintained straight A’s while taking Advanced Placement and Honors courses. She is currently ranked #1 in her high school class of 580 students, an active member of the Link Crew, student advisory group Pack It Up (chosen by the principle to give him direct student feed-back), and an accomplished violinist. O’zie plans to attend the UC, Los Angeles and major in Computer Science. Mariah Scruggs, senior at East Bakersfield High School, earned her high school letter in academics, co-founding the Art Club, and becoming a part of EB’s first All-Black Girls’ Group. She is active in the MMA (Multi Media Academy) and has completed multiple projects for various computer games, theatrical videos, and other projects intended for the academy. Mariah plans to attend Laguna College of

Art and Design, major in Animation, and become a freelance artist. “I’ve been coming to this event for about 15-20 years, said Rowena Odom; it’s an awesome event and a great inspiration. It’s really nice that they (DSTS) give back to the community.” In a one-on-one interview with the Bakersfield News Observer, scholarship recipient O’zie Sagbohan gave encouragement for other aspiring youths: “Be sure that you don’t let society pressure you into doing what you don’t want to do, don’t conform to what society tells you to be. People told me that I was trying to ‘talk white’, because I wanted higher education.” Coley concluded her speech with words directed, chiefly, to the youths in attendance, “My wish for the young people today is that you have a mindset and an attitude of inspiration and hope rather than of despair and helplessness. Hold a vision for yourself that is encased with resilience and determination.” “We’re always so grateful to have this program every year and the support of the community,” concluded Karla Young, president of the Bakersfield Alumnae Chapter.

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