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New Year’s Eve Concert Celebrates African American History

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A Year In Review:

Civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr., recently announced that he has Parkinson’s disease. This photo was taken during the recent 2017 Rainbow PUSH Coalition Global Automotive Summit. (Freddie Allen/AMG/NNPA)

2017 Won’t Be Forgotten

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Contributor Love it or hate it, 2017 will be a year not soon forgotten.

Barack Obama, a constitutional law professor, Nobel Peace Prize winner and the nation’s first Black president, graciously handed the keys to the White House to a reality TV star who has been accused of sexual assault.

Shortly after his inauguration, President Donald Trump began signing dozens of executive orders that threatened to rollback much of the progress that was made during the previous eight years under the Obama Administration.

And, it was the Trump Administration that not only slashed funding for advertising during the open enrollment of the Affordable Care Act, but also cut the enrollment period for signing up for coverage through the federal healthcare exchange from 90 days to 45 days.

Despite those challenges, the ACA, also known as “Obamacare,” is still the law of the land and, this year, nearly 9 million people signed up for coverage through the federal healthcare exchange.

With the GOP tax reform bill, which was endorsed by Trump, the Republicans scored a win for corporations at the expense of nearly everyone else.

According to CNN Money, “The final bill still leans heavily toward tax cuts for corporations and business owners. But it also expands or restores some tax benefits for individuals relative to the earlier bills passed by the House and Senate.”

CNN Money article continued: “The individual provisions would expire by the end of 2025, but most of the corporate provisions would be permanent.”

In February, when NSA chief Mike Flynn was forced to resign after lying to Vice President Mike Pence, Trump said to then-FBI Director James Comey, “I hope you can see your way clear to letting this go, to letting Flynn go. He is a good guy. I hope you can let this go.”

As a highly-politicized investigation into whether or not Russia meddled in the 2016 presidential election began to heat up, Trump fired Comey. Later, Flynn cut a deal to cooperate with special counsel Robert Mueller’s probe into Russian election meddling. Federal prosecutors charged Trump’s former campaign manager Paul Manafort, campaign adviser Rick Gates and former foreign policy adviser George Papadopoulos with various crimes, including lying to the FBI and money laundering.

During “Black Press Week” in March, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas), expressed a desire to draft articles of impeachment over Trump’s actions in the White House and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) called on the real estate mogul to resign.

Meanwhile, the Black Press celebrated its 190th anniversary and the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) elected a new national chairman, Dorothy Leavell, the publisher of the Crusader newspapers in Chicago and Gary, Indiana.

“We are suffering and with a new administration in the White House, it will take someone who isn’t afraid, someone who will raise a lot of hell,” the fiery Leavell said after she was elected.

In 2017, Carolyn Bryant, the woman who accused young Emmett Till of grabbing and verbally harassing her 62 years ago, finally admitted that she lied during the trial of Till’s murderers. An all-White jury found her husband

Sacramento Gang Crackdown Brings 29 Arrests and 211 Seized Guns

Civil rights activist and groundbreaking comedian Dick Gregory died on Saturday, August 19. This photo was taken during a panel discussion on the protests in Ferguson following the shooting of unarmed teenager Michael Brown. (Freddie Allen/AMG/NNPA)

Roy Bryant and his half-brother JW Milam not guilty of the crime.

The Guardian reported that Bryant said Till had Continued on page A8

Unionizing California Pot Workers Unions have caught a whiff of a rare opportunity to organize a whole new set of workers as recreational marijuana becomes legal in California.

The United Farm Workers, Teamsters and United Food and Commercial Workers are looking to unionize the tens of thousands of potential workers involved in the legal weed game, from planters to rollers to sellers.

The move could provide a boost to organized labor’s lagging membership — if infighting doesn’t get in the way.

Thomas Grier works as a "bud tender" at Canna Can Help Inc., a medical marijuana dispensary in Goshen, Calif.

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By SCOTT SMITH Associated Press GOSHEN, Calif. (AP) - The United Farm Workers, co-founded by iconic labor leader Cesar Chavez, says organizing an industry rooted in agriculture is a natural fit, and growers could label their products with the union's logo as a marketing strategy.

“If you're a cannabis worker, the UFW wants to talk with you,'' national vice president Armando Elenes said.

But United Food and Commercial Workers, which represents grocery store employees, meat packers and retail workers, registered its intent to organize cannabis workers across the country.

“We would hope they respect our jurisdiction,''

UFCW spokesman Jeff Ferro said.

Teamsters organizer Kristin Heidelbach said there's no need for unions to battle each other. There will be plenty of workers needing representation as small cannabis businesses run by “happy stoner'' types give way to large pharmaceutical corporations, she said.

The green rush that begins in 2018 is an opportunity for unions to regain influence that began declining in the late 1950s, said David Zonderman, a professor of labor history at North Carolina State University. But discord between unions could upend it. As could resistance from cannabis business leaders.

“Are they going to be new-age and cool with it,'' Zon-

BOSTON (AP) _ An annual New Year’s Eve concert in Boston is celebrating African American history.

The Handel and Haydn Society and the Museum of African American History say their sixth annual Jubilee Day Concert on Dec. 31 will include “Battle Hymn of the Republic”, “We Shall Walk in the Valley of Peace,’’ and selections by composers Mendelssohn, Bach and Handel to be performed by the renowned chorus and ensemble.

The program also features poet Regie Gibson delivering readings from President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation of Jan. 1, 1863 that declared all slaves in Confederate states free.

The afternoon event takes place at Trinity Church in Copley Square and is free to the public on a first come basis. It’s part of Boston’ s First Night festivities to ring in the New Year.

derman said, “or like other businesspeople, say, `Heck, no.

We're going to fight them tooth and nail?'''

Last year, California voters approved sales of recreational marijuana to those 21 and older at licensed shops beginning Jan. 1.

Cannabis in California already is a $22 billion industry, including medical marijuana and a black market that accounts for most of that total, according to University of California, Davis, agriculture economist Philip Martin.

Medical marijuana has been legal since 1996, when California was the first state to approve such a law.

Labor leaders estimate recreational pot in California could employ at least 100,000 workers from the north coast to the Sierra Nevada foothills and the San Joaquin Valley, harvesting and trimming the plants, extracting ingredients to put in liquids and edibles, and driving it to stores and front doors.

Other pot workers have organized in other states, but California should be especially friendly territory for unions, said Jamie Schau, a senior analyst with Brightfield Group, which does marketing analysis on the marijuana industry.

The state has one of the nation's highest minimum wages and the largest number of unionized workers across industries. Its laws also tend to favor employees.

At least some workers say they're open to unions.

“I'm always down to listen to what could be a good deal for me and my family,'' said Thomas Grier, 44, standing behind the counter at Canna Can Help Inc., a dispensary in the Central Valley community of Goshen.

The dispensary _ with $7 million in yearly sales _ sells medical marijuana.

Called a “bud tender,'' Grier recently waited on a steady flow of regular customers walking through the door to pick out their favorite strain.

He said so far, no unions have contacted him. Grier gets along with his boss and said he doesn't want to pay union dues for help ironing out workplace disputes. But he hasn’t discounted the possibility of joining.

After recently entering the marijuana industry, Los Angeles resident Richard Rodriguez said one sticky traffic stop three months ago converted him into a “hard core'' Teamster. He’d never been in a union until this year.

Rodriguez said an officer pulled him over delivering a legal shipment of pot and detained him for 12 hours as he was accused of following too closely behind a semi-truck.

A union lawyer stepped in, and Rodriguez said he was released without being arrested or given a ticket.

“Most companies can't or are unwilling to do that,” he said, “because employees are easily replaced.”

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) _ Sacramento officials said Wednesday that they have made 29 arrests and seized 211 firearms as part of a crackdown on gang violence this month.

The sweep was organized by city, county and federal law enforcement agencies after a shooting in August at a neighborhood park on the city’s south side.

Investigators say the shooting was the result of a two-year feud by rival gangs that brought other shootings, attempted murders and slayings.

More than 200 officers began making arrests and serving more than 30 search warrants last week.

The 29 suspects face charges including homicide, robbery, narcotic sales, auto theft, identity theft, firearms trafficking and firearms possession.

The seized firearms included assault weapons and machine guns, police said, while many other weapons were illegally altered.

The sweep has ended, but authorities said ongoing investigations are expected to bring more arrests.

Investigators said they also learned much more about the scope of the street gangs in the Sacramento region.

The Sacramento crackdown follows similar recent gang sweeps in Bakersfield and Stockton.

Peaches and Moonpies to Help Ring In the New Year in the South ATLANTA (AP) _ There will be a new site this year for Atlanta’s New Year’s Eve Peach Drop, one of several large events planned across the South.

The Atlanta mayor’s office announced that for the first time, the peach will drop from the 120-year-old Flatiron Building downtown on Dec. 31. The new site is a few blocks from Underground Atlanta, where the Peach Drop has been held in recent years.

In Alabama, the “Moonpie Over Mobile’’ New Year’s Eve celebration in downtown Mobile will feature entertainment by funk musician George Clinton.

In New Orleans, the “Dick Clark Rockin” New Year’s Eve’’ production will host its Central Time Zone party in the city.

Other events planned across the region include the New Year’s Eve Oyster Ball Drop at the Maritime and Seafood Museum in Biloxi, Mississippi.

Palms Springs to Remove Trees Obstructing Black Neighborhood

PALM SPRING, Calif. (AP) _ Palm Springs will remove a row of tall tamarisk trees which residents say has segregated a historically black neighborhood.

The Desert Sun reported Monday that Mayor Robert Moon, council member J.R. Roberts and other city officials promised neighborhood residents that they would remove the trees and a chain link fence along property lines as soon as possible at an informal meeting.

Many longtime residents told the paper that they believe the trees were planted for racist reasons in the 1960s.

Residents say not only do the tall trees block their view of a city-owned golf course and the San Jacinto mountains, they also artificially depress property values, preventing black families from accumulating wealth in their property for the past half century.

World & Nation Changing Laws Make Sex a Dangerous Proposition

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By Jerome Horton Special to CBM Having sex with a person with the specific intent of infecting them with the HIV/AIDS virus is a felony punishable by imprisonment for 3, 5, or 8 years. At least that was the case until this year, when the California legislature reduced the penalty for intentionally exposing someone to HIV without telling them, or for deliberatively donating blood contaminated with the HIV/AIDS virus, from a felony to a misdemeanor punishable by county jail time of not more than 6 months. However, under California Penal Code Section 502(c) a person can be fined up to ten thousand dollars and/or sentenced to state prison for up to three years for intentionally contaminating a computer with a virus. Go figure!

As recently as 2015, California was 2nd in the U.S. in annual HIV infections, according to the California Department of Public Health. Thankfully, California is making progress in its fight against HIV and AIDS and the number of new infections is declining. Equally significant, every drop of blood donated in the United States (U.S.) since 1985 has been tested for HIV, according to

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the American Red Cross. The last known case of someone contracting HIV from a blood transfusion in the U.S. was in 2008, according to the Center for Disease and Control Prevention.

Studies show that decriminalizing the act of intentionally donating HIV-infected blood may actually increase the occurrence. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the success in reducing the incidence of donated blood being infected with HIV is attributable in part to the ban on collecting blood from certain people.

Further, according to FDA, there would be greater risk involved with relying solely on the testing system to prevent transmission, suggesting that without the donor ban an additional 31 units of HIV infected blood would slip past the screening annually, potentially exposing as many as 54 people.

Supporters of the legislation have argued the opposite: that criminalizing the act of intentionally, deliberatively, and purposefully donating infected blood would increase the risk of the infection through donated blood. The primary concern about HIV-positive blood entering the donor system is the lag between when a person becomes in-

New EDF California Program Director Wants Black Voters to See Importance of Green Issues

By Manny Otiko California Black Media In July Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law the aggressive climate change legislation AB 398 which extends and improves the Cap-and-Trade Program. The program aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions which will enable the state to meet its 2030 emission reduction goals in the most cost-effective manner. Extending Cap-andTrade is expected to provide billions of dollars to invest in communities across California. This legislation also had a companion bill, which establishes a groundbreaking program to measure and reduce air pollution from mobile and stationary sources at the neighborhood level in the communities most impacted by air pollutants. The program also requires the Air Resources Board to work closely with local air districts and communities to establish neighborhood air quality monitoring networks and to develop and implement plans to reduce emissions.

Legislation like this has primarily been guided by environmental activists, who are often not people of color. But now with many promises to reach minority and disadvantaged communities, the hiring of Quentin Foster may be a big win for those communities.

When Foster, the new program director of California Climate for the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF,) was young, he learned a valuable lesson about how environmental policy issues affect people of color.

Foster grew up in foster care, and every year he went to a summer camp. At the camp, he noticed the air was

cleaner, and the environment was less polluted than where he grew up in urban Los Angeles.

“I remember going into the mountains and going into the forest, and there was pristine air, and the environment was gorgeous. It wasn’t until I returned homed that I realized there was something wrong. The environmental degradation in my community became starker,” said Foster in an interview with California Black Media. “So I incorporated that experience into my professional career.”

A few decades later, Foster works with the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF,) an organization that specializes in using economics and science to provide recommendations to decision makers on environmental policy. Before he joined EDF, he was with California Environmental Justice Alliance, where he worked on social justice issues that relate to environmental policy.

Today, communities of color tend to be some of the most polluted.

“California has many communities that suffer disproportionately from poor air quality caused by major emitters.

As someone who grew up in South Los Angeles, I understand the impact dangerous air pollution has on daily life.

Like much of San Joaquin Valley, many of California’s most vulnerable communities struggle with some of the worst air quality in the country,” said Foster in a blog post.

Foster also admits that environmental issues are not high on the list of priorities for Black communities.

fected and when the infection is detectable, which is what scientists refer to as the “window period.” Proponents of the legislation also suggest that as of 2017, laws that criminalize infecting someone with HIV are not based on modern scientific data, as the Center for Disease Control and Prevention states that those persons who are treating the virus with medication decrease their chance of transmitting the virus by over 95%.

According to the Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), the U.S. has a concentrated HIV epidemic, primarily among men who have sex with men (MSM) and injection drug users, and it has greatly affected the economically disadvantaged in many urban areas. Indicative of this impactful, the cost of HIV/AIDS medication can range from $2,000 to $5,000, which is especially challenging for poor to middle-income Californians. Thus, the reason many argue that the recently signed legislation is inherently discriminatory is because if a person intentionally, purposely, and deliberatively infects a low- to middle-income person who cannot afford the cost of the medicine, the victim will effectively get a death sentence while the perpetrator of the crime only gets up to six months in “There continues to be a lack of engagement on climate change from leadership within the Black community. Quite frankly, the environment isn’t a priority because the politics within the Black community isn’t demanding it. Part of that has to do with a poor job on behalf of advocacy organizations and agencies reaching out to the community to engage on the issue,” said Foster. “There is also a severe lack of representation both within the advocacy world on climate and energy and also in government. We have to change that.”

Foster says EDF plans to reach out to the Black community and discuss how environmental issues affect people’s lives.

“One of the campaigns that I am excited about is the town halls that EDF will be joining in San Diego, the Inland Empire, and Bay Area that will include notable African Americans working in the environmental/energy space,” he said. “The vision for this is to introduce the community to those of us working on these issues and provide information that can highlight why climate policy should receive the same level of attention that our other priority issues receive. Secondarily, for those of us who occupy this space to continue to provide our perspective in instances where there just aren’t many (if any) African Americans around to weigh in on these important issues with our experiences.”

According to a 2016 survey by the African American Voter Registration, Education and Participation Project, black voters didn’t rank “green issues” high on their agenda. The study of 800 voters listed reducing homelessness, education, criminal justice reform, affordable housing and access to health as their most important issues.

But Foster says that green issues should concern African American voters. For example, he said money raised

by Cap-and-Trade can go towards addressing the homeless problem.

“A huge contributor to homelessness is affordability, and with the Cap-and-Trade program that was extended this year, some of the revenues raised from that program will contribute to funding affordable housing efforts,” said Foster.

He added that the gradual move from gasoline to clean energy vehicles could create more job opportunities in Black communities.

“We also have to push for job creation from this growing economy in our communities, so residents have an opportunity to participate in the green economy close to where they live. That also means ensuring there is a ‘just transition’ that includes job training and educational opportunities for communities, especially for those where a long commute is commonplace,” said Foster.

Tax Bill is Final: How Does it Affect You? Cablackmedia.org The Republicans’ final tax plan perpetuates economic, educational, and wealth disparities in the United States and the President is committed to signing it. However, the Joint Committee on Taxation and Tax Policy Center found that all income groups will, on average, see a tax cut in 2018 and 2019, with proper planning. Californians did not fare as well as the rest of the nation, since the final plan limits the deductions for income, sales, and property taxes to $10,000 annually and California has the highest income and sales taxes and second highest gas taxes in the nation.

This reminds me of a Belizean proverb that says “Don’t call the alligator a big-mouth until you have crossed the river” If you itemize deductions, the GOP plan preserves 401(k) rules, the adoption tax credit, and deductions for the graduate school stipend (tax-free tuition waiver), the student loan interest and charitable giving. In addition, the medical expense deduction threshold was lowered to 7.5 percent for 2018 and 2019, but it reverts to 10 percent thereafter. To capitalize on these it would be wise to plan any major medical procedures in 2018 or 2019. You should consider increasing your 2017 charitable deduction, 401(k) IRA deductions, and contributions to your children’s college now. The GOP plan allows mortgage interest deduction on new loans up to $750K. Existing loans remain deductible up to $1 million under current law.

If you are planning to purchase a new home in 2018, consider asking the seller to carry a second “principle-only” loan, and/or increasing your down payment to avoid a home mortgage greater than $750,000. Additionally, be sure to claim the property tax homeowner’s exemption of $7,000 with your local county assessor and examine any additional property tax assessments (school bonds, water district taxes, municipal bonds, etc.) which could increase the cost of your new home and your taxes. Don’t get it

twisted, buying a home is still a good investment considering the appreciation and long term savings from rent increases.

The plan eliminates the personal exemptions of $4,050 for each family member, but doubles the standard deduction to $24,000 if married, $18,000 for heads of household, and $12,000 if single. It also expands the child tax credit from $1,000 to $2,000 (of-which $1,400 is refundable) and provides for a temporary $500 credit for each non-child dependent (for example, a child 17 or older, an ailing elderly parent, an adult child with a disability). The plan also expands the use of 529 accounts to reimburse up to $10,000 in educational expenses for students in K-12 private schools or who are homeschooled and preserves the Earned Income Tax Credit of up to $6,318 for qualified individuals earning less than $53,930 (for the 2017 federal tax year). If you qualify for all of the above, you may actually receive a refund, even if you paid zero taxes and are not required to file your tax return.

Grandparents can profit from the annual gift tax exclusion of up to $14,000 by giving their children money to pay for childcare and summer camp, depending on their income, and your children can then claim the childcare deductions. You could also give money to your college graduate to double down on their college loan interest, depending on their income, and then they can deduct the student interest; keeping the money all in the family. g from our recent wild fires in 2017 remain deductible.

Wealthy Californians will save millions with some strategic tax planning. Warren Buffett, the second richest man in America, noted in the New York Times that he paid “a lower percentage of his taxable income than any of the other 20 people in his office.” Under the GOP tax plan, Mr. Buffett will pay even less taxes. The plan cuts the tax

rate for households making over $600,000 and individuals making over $500,000 from 39.6% to 37%. The plan also cuts the corporate tax rate to 21%, down from 35%; and the Individual Alternative Minimum Tax exemption will be increased to $500K for individuals and $1 million for couples filing jointly, up from the current $54,300 for individuals and $84,500 for couples. In 2018, the plan doubles the amount of the current exemption from Estate Tax from $5.5 million to $11 million for individuals, and from $11 million to $22 million for couples filing jointly, with annual adjustments for inflation.

Individuals with pass-through companies such as S corporations, LLCs, partnerships, or sole proprietorships will be allowed to deduct 20% of their taxable income through 2025 when this provision sunsets. Service businesses such as law firms, doctors’ offices, and investment firms can only take the 20% deduction if they make up to $315,000 (for couples.) In addition, the final bill gets rid of the corporate alternative minimum tax, a big relief to the business community, and allows for a new capital investment deduction for new capital equipment. Accordingly, if you work as an employee for companies such as Uber, you should consider setting yourself up as an independent contractor to take advantage of this huge tax break and waiting until 2018 to purchase any equipment. Doctors and lawyers may want to set up split companies where the assets are owned by a corporation and the partnership pays the salaries. Lastly, the plan changes the current worldwide tax system for multi-national corporations to a territorial tax system, which provides for a significant reduction in taxes on upwards of $3 trillion in foreign profits left abroad to avoid paying U.S. taxes and allows U.S. companies to delay the repatriation for years.

To protect its taxpayers, California must consider tax reform that will stimulate long-term career employment for the 947,000 unemployed and 800,000 individuals living in poverty in California. I would recommend an onthe-job (OTJ) training program that provides job training for the unemployed, lowering the state income tax rate for the poor and middle-income earners to stimulate the economy, doubling the renter’s tax credit to increase affordable living, and providing a deduction for parents who donate time and resources to public schools. To pay for these policies, the legislature could prioritize redirecting the current billions in existing tax credits and loopholes: toll the OTJ credit for one and 1/2 years to allow the state to capitalize on the economic stimuli of the credit; establish government efficiency programs that allow the state to recapture lost federal dollars, such as the $1.4 billion in unclaimed federal Earned Income Tax Credits; collect the upwards of $9 billion in taxes from the black market operators who unfairly compete with California businesses; and establish government efficiency programs to recapture the upwards of $18 billion in accounts receivables (unpaid taxes) at California’s taxing agencies. California leads the way in protecting children of immigrants, rightfully so, and we should do the same to protect Californians from the Republicans’ tax and public policies.

Wednesday December 27, 2017

jail without required restitution.

This article is dedicated to my surrogate brother, Tony, who died from the AIDS virus.

Board of Equalization Member Jerome Horton has over 37 years of public and tax policy experience, serving as a member of the Inglewood City Council, State Legislature, California Medical Commission, California Cultural Endowment and Workforce Investment Board and as the 1st African American elected to the California State Board of Equalization.

Give Restitution for Wire Fraud Victims

By Manny Otiko| California Black Media We’ve all seen those emails from Nigerian businessmen who promise millions of dollars in exchange for the use of your bank account to free up money trapped in American banks. However, the issue of wire fee fraud is a serious problem, and up until recently, there was little recourse for people who lost money in these scams. The Federal Trade Commission said that between 2004-2015, Western Union recorded more than 500,000 complaints and more than $630 million in losses because of wire fraud.

However, according to FTC officials, a recent settlement between Western Union and the government could refund victims of wire fraud.

Western Union recently agreed to settle a case with the FTC and Department of Justice for $486 million. According to Todd Kassow, FTC Midwest region director, Western Union admitted culpability for wire fraud because some of their employees had participated in crimes.

Kassow said the settlement will now be used to refund people who have been scammed. According to FTC officials, wire fraud is an international problem that comes in various forms.

In many cases, victims are targeted through romance scams and sweepstakes scams. In romance scams, victims are targeted on dating sites and befriended by con artists.

After the con artist develops an emotional connection, they start asking for money transfers. (These scams usually come out of West Africa.) In sweepstakes scams, victims are asked to pay upfront fees for prizes. Another scam targets seniors. Con artists contact senior citizens and tell them their grandchild has been kidnapped in a foreign country, and they need to pay a fee to secure their release.

Lois Greisman, associate director of marketing services, warned customers that con artists have already heard of the settlement and may target victims. They may pose as government workers who offer to file papers for victims.

Usually, they ask for money up front, and that is an automatic red flag, she said.

“Anyone who asks for money upfront is running a scam,” said Greisaman.

People interested in applying for restitution can do so online at www.ftc.gov/WU or by calling 844-319-2124.

Those who apply for restitution must have suffered losses between Jan. 1, 2004 and Jan. 19, 2017. The deadline for filing an application is Feb. 12, 2018.

“American consumers lost money while Western Union looked the other way,” said FTC Acting Chairman Maureen K. Ohlhausen in a press release. “We’re pleased to start the process that will get that money back into consumers’ rightful hands.”

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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 Nov 9, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 6, 13, 20, 27, 2017 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B7811 Doing business as: MNZ UNLIMITED SUPPLY COMPANY at 3700 Tracey Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Noel Zachary Santiago Da Silva, 3700 Tracey Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 Full name of registrant: Myrna Hidalgo Da Silva, 3700 Tracey Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 This business is conducted by: General Partnership SIGNED: Noel Zachary Da Silva The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Aug 21, 2017 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Nov 22, 2017 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 Nov 22, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 6, 13, 20, 27, 2017 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B7614 Doing business as: ARTURO MEDINA MUFFLES SALES at 310 Brundage Ln, Bakersfield, Ca. 93304 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Arturo Medina, 2730 S Union Ave Bakersfield, Ca. 93307 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Arturo Medina 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: Nov 13, 2017 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 Nov 13, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 6, 13, 20, 27, 2017

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8098 2017-B8099 – 2017-B8100 Doing business as: H&H SOUL FOOD / 2 SISTAZ ICE CREAM / DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH at 8204 Domenica St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93307 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 42411 Bakersfield, Ca. 93384 County: Kern Full name of registrant: Elena Janel Harper, 8204 Donemica St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93307 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Elena Janel Harper 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: Dec 6, 2017 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 Dec 6, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 13, 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8075 Doing business as: 1218 MEDIA at 2005 Eye St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93301 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Roman James Uribe, 12624 Balentano St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93312 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Roman James Uribe 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: Dec 5, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: M Gutierrez-Hernandez, 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 Dec 5, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 13, 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8048 Doing business as: Z A V E TRANSPORTATION at 9303 Butterfly Rose Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Alvaro Luis Rocha, 9303 Butterfly Rose Ave, Bakersfeld, Ca. 93311 Full name of registrant: Maria Vanessa Padilla, 9303 Butterfly Rose Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 This business is conducted by: Married Couple SIGNED: Alvaro Rocha The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Dec 4, 2017 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Dec 4, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: M Gutierrez-Hernandez, Deputy This fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk’s Office. A new fictitious

PUBLIC NOTICE 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 Dec 4, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 13, 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B7962 Doing business as: R&S SERVICES at 10301 Walnut Creek Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Guillermo Ruelas, 10301 Walnut Creek Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 Full name of registrant: Jasmin Abdulla Ruelas, 10301 Walnut Creek Ct, Bakersfield, Ca. 93311 This business is conducted by: Married Couple SIGNED: Guillermo Ruelas 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: Dec 1, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: M Gutierrez-Hernandez, 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 Dec 1, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 13, 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 2018 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO: 2016-B1548 Business Name you wish to abandon: PACIFIC TIRE WHEEL CHESTER Street address of business: 1501 California Ave, Bakersfield, Ca. 93304 County: Kern Mailing address of business: Same Registrant(s) whose wish to abandon the business name: JOSE VICTOR FRAYRE, 3720 Loudon St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 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: Jose Victor Frayre This statement of abandonment filed on: Dec 1, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: M Gutierrez-Hernandez Deputy BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 13, 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 2018 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO: 2017-B7788 Business Name you wish to abandon: RESURRECTED ORDER OF BUFFALO SOLDIERS Street address of business: 9017 Winlock St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93312 County: Kern Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 81152 Bakersfield, Ca. 93380 Registrant(s) whose wish to abandon the business name: Anthony Wilbert Lee, 9017 Winlock St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93312 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: Anthony Wilbert Lee, Owner This statement of abandonment filed on: Nov 21, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: J Bojorquez Deputy BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (K) PUB: Dec 6, 13, 20, 27, 2017 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8217 2017-B8218 Doing business as: BAKERSFIELD AMMO AND GUN SALES / GET R GUN at 4208 Rosedale Hwy #205 Bakersfield, Ca. 93308 Mailing Address: 906 S Broadway, Santa Maria, Ca. 93454 County: Kern Full name of registrant: BOVI INC CA 906 S Broadway, Santa Maria, Ca. 93454 This business is conducted by: Corporation SIGNED: Kevin Bozarth, 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: Dec 13, 2017 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

PUBLIC NOTICE information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime This statement expires on Dec 13, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8240 Doing business as: SUBWAY 38840 at 1400 Brundage Lne Bakersfield, Ca. 93305 Mailing Address: 4601 Chalet St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 County: Kern Full name of registrant: AMIKUL INC CA 4601 Chalet St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 This business is conducted by: Corporation SIGNED: Santokh Singh Gill, 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: Dec 14, 2017 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 Dec 14, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO: 2017-B6760 Business Name you wish to abandon: SUBWAY 38840 Street address of business: 1400 Brundage Ln, #102 Bakersfield, Ca. 93305 County: Kern Mailing address of business: 4601 Chalet St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 Registrant(s) whose wish to abandon the business name: AMIKUL INC, 4601 Chalet St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93313 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: Corporation SIGNED: Santokh Singh Gull, President This statement of abandonment filed on: Dec 14, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: C Valdez Deputy BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8221 Doing business as: LAKE ISABLLA ELECTRIC at 407 Highland Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93308 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Thomas Howard Silas, 407 Highland Dr, Bakersfield, Ca. 93308 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Thomas Howard Silas The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Aug 22, 2002 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Dec 13, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: D Chavez, 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 Dec 13, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8194 Doing business as: TLC WOODWORKS at 10935 Why 155 Glennville, Ca. 93226 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 456 Glennville, Ca. 93226 County: Kern Full name of registrant: Travis William Clendenen, 10935 Hwy 155 Glennville, Ca. 93226 Full name of registrant: Leah Christine McClenny, 10935 Hwy 155 Glennville, Ca. 93226 This business is conducted by: General Partnership SIGNED: Travis Clendenen 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: Dec 12, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: M Gutierrez-Hernandez, 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,

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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 Dec 12, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018

act business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Dec 12, 2017 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 Dec 12, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8202 Doing business as: GOODBYETICKET.COM 100 at 3424 Stine Rd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: GOODBYETICKET.COM LLC CA. 3424 Stine Rd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company SIGNED: Randy Oneal, Member The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Aug 1, 2002 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Dec 12, 2017 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 Dec 12, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8200 Doing business as: SLICPROCESS at 6809 Day Dream Ct, Bakersfield, Ca, 93312 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Darren Denair Dixon, 3000 16th St, Bakersfield, Ca. 93301 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Darren Denair Dixon 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: Dec 12, 2017 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 Dec 12, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8054 Doing business as: TQW DESINGS at 9303 E Wilson Rd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93307 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Taylor Quinn Willmott, 9303 E Wilson Rd, Bakersfield, Ca. 93307 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Taylor Quinn Willmott 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: Dec 5, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: M Gutierrez-Hernandez, 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 Dec 5, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8195 2017-B8196 Doing business as: BAKERSFIELD COFFEE COMPANY / BAKO COFFEE CO. at 3141 N Inyo Bakersfield, Ca/ 93305 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Dale Keith Painter, 3141 N Inyo Bakersfield, Ca. 93305 Full name of registrant: Tristan James Painter, 3141 N Inyo Bakersfield, Ca. 93305 This business is conducted by: Co-Partners SIGNED: Dale Painter The registrant commenced to trans-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8172 2017-B8173 Doing business as: EDMOND MCGINLEY MUSIC / BARBARA STINSON at 10914 Camino La Paz Bakersfield, Ca. 93306-8 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: Barbara Louise Stinson, 10914 Camino La Paz, Bakersfield, Ca. 93306-8307 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Barbara Louise Stinson The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Nov 21, 2017 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Dec 11, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: D Chavez, 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 Dec 11, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 20, 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8288 Doing business as: RODEWAY INN & SUITES at 3400 Chester Ln, Bakersfield, Ca. Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: JAYDIV INC CA 3400 Chester Ln Bakersfield, Ca. 93309 This business is conducted by: Corporation SIGNED: Jaya D Patel President The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Dec 15, 2017 This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern county on: Dec 15, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: D Chavez, 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 Dec 15, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (K) PUB: Dec 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 17, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8299 Doing business as: MARTIN REALTY at 16218 Mil Potrero Hwy #204 Pine Mtn Club Ca 93222 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5385 Pine Mtn Club Ca 93222 County: Kern Full name of registrant: Lardes Alvarez, 16218 Mil Potrero Hwy #204 Pine Mtn Club Ca 93222 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED: Lurdes Alvarez 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: Dec 18, 2017 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 Dec 18, 2022 BAKERSFIELD

PUBLIC NOTICE NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 17, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8084 Doing business as: EZ RECYCLUING LLC at 1638 Glenwood St, Delano, Ca. 93215 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant: EZ RECYCLING LLC CA 1638 Glenwood St Delano, Ca 93215 This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company SIGNED: Jimmy Villegos Managing Member 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: Dec 06, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: M Gutierrez-Hernandez, 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 Dec 06, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 17, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8319 Doing business as: TOP CALL BARBER SHOP at 1009 T St Bakersfield, Ca. 93304 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant Rudy McDaniel, 1009 T St Bakersfield, Ca. 93304 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED Rudy McDaniel 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: Dec 18, 2017 MARY B BEDARD County Clerk By: D Chavez, 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 Dec 18, 2022 BAKERSFIELD NEWS OBSERVER (E) PUB: Dec 27, 2017 Jan 3, 10, 17, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO: 2017-B8344 Doing business as: JSE AUTOMOTIVE at 7116 Elias Ave Bakersfield, Ca. 93308 Mailing Address: Same County: Kern Full name of registrant Joshua Sctt Edmiaston, 7116 Elias Ave Bakersfield, Ca. 93308 This business is conducted by: Individual SIGNED Joshua Scott Edmiaston 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: Dec 19, 2017 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).

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Stress-Free Homeownership

By Christopher G. Cox Publisher/Managing Editor, realesavvy.com For most people, the decision to purchase a home is the single biggest financial commitment they will make in a lifetime of decision-making. The decision to buy a home, especially a first home, involves so many competing factors, that it can cause high levels of stress and anxiety.

As stress-inducing as a home purchase can be, there are things that a prospective homeowner can do to minimize potential headaches.

R u t h Hudspeth, branch manager for Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, says the number one thing homebuyers need to do is be prepared.

K n o w your finances first. “ A h o m e ow n e r should be able to enjoy their home Chris Cox says that buying your first home new without being doesn’t have to be stressful. overburdened by the financial commitment. Like any other big decision, however, that takes some planning.” Hudspeth said. “You have to take the time to understand your credit score, your capacity to qualify for a mortgage loan and what your budget will be.”

Hudspeth, who has degrees in economics and business administration, recommended that individuals moving from a rental property into a home set aside the difference between the mortgage payment and the rent payment and put that money into a separate account.

“If, for example,” she noted, “your mortgage payment

is going to be $1,000 a month and your rent has been $500, pay yourself the $500 difference for a while and see how well you handle it.”

A lender might be able to tell you the amount of the mortgage loan you can qualify for, but he can’t tell you how much paying that mortgage will affect your lifestyle.

Learn as much as you can about the process of buying a home.

“Buying a home is a big decision,” said Hudspeth. “It doesn’t make sense to wait until you are too close to making that decision to educate yourself.”

Dr. Kimya N. Dennis, a criminologist, who does work in demographic and cultural variance in mental health, agreed that careful preparation is the key to reducing the stress associated with getting into the housing market.

“I encourage people to take time to communicate with everyone involved in the process of purchasing a home,” Dennis said. “There needs to be open and honest discussion that weighs all the pros and cons.”

Take a hard look at your quality of life.

Dennis added that long- and short-term economic goals, location and commuting time, quality of the construction and access to public transportation should also be discussed.

Dennis emphasized the importance of carefully reviewing and understanding all the documents required to purchase a home. As part of that process, she suggested that taking advantage of low- and no-cost programs designed to educate homebuyers, such as those offered by the local affiliates of the National Urban League, as well as other community organizations.

Ask plenty of questions.

“If you want to keep your anxiety level low, you can’t be afraid to ask questions,” said Dennis. “As basic as it sounds, sometimes you just have to take a few minutes to pause and breathe.”

Remember to breathe.

She explained that a common reaction to anxiety is holding one’s breath, especially just before making a big decision.

Dennis concluded: “You might be surprised to find out how much it helps to just stop and take a few deep breaths when decisions threaten to become overwhelming.”

Rams Players #47 Kevin Peterson, #55 Cameron Lynch and #84 Tamarick Hemmingway dance with kids at the Hams for Hunger community event. (whatsgoodinsports.com photo)

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Rams Players and Cheerleaders at their Hams for Hunger community event. (whatsgoodinsports.com photo)

Ed Gray, a senior columnist with the North Dallas Gazette, says that we must elevate Black women from social media hashtags to highly-valued and respected members of the global community. (Creative Commons/Pixabay.com)

In Defense of Black Women

By Ed Gray North Dallas Gazette/NNPA Member This has been a monumental year for the reaffirmation of women’s rights in the workplace and the ballot booth.

This is long overdue. The battle for the rights of women, and specifically Black women and girls, has gone on for centuries. In America, the spotlight on this fight for women’s rights shines brightly on White women, while Black women, who have often fought more vigorously for equality and justice, are largely consigned to the shadows of the movement.

The Silence Breakers” on their cover, noting that the tenacity and courage of the women’s voices could be heard over the walls of systemic oppression.

Still, in the stories of Dajerria Becton, a teenager who was violently handcuffed and thrown to the ground by an overzealous McKinney, Texas police officer and Sandra Bland, who was arrested and died in police custody in Prairie View, Texas, that oppression seems unsurmountable.

Most acts of extrajudicial violence and aggression towards Black women never become national headlines and many Black women suffer in quiet silence as their complaints of sexual harassment are ignored and discounted, regardless of their socioeconomic status.

Mainstream America labels Black women as angry Jezebels unfit for normal, social interactions. Black American pop culture hypersexualizes our young girls while condemning them for being too fast. There is a deafening silence in the Black community that is complicit in the degradation of our Black women.

When we do speak, instead of a healing, sometimes our words just cause more wounds.

One of the most influential hip-hop artists of all time, Tupac Shakur spoke directly to Black women in “Wonda Why They Call U Bytch”: You leave your kids with your mama ‘cuz your headin’ for the club In a skin-tight miniskirt lookin’ for some love Got them legs wide open while you’re sittin’ at the bar Talkin’ to some n**ga ‘bout his car I guess he said he had a Lexus, what’s next? You headin’ to his car for some sex

Today, some people would criticize Shakur for slut-shaming, while others would applaud him for telling it like it is.

White women have been applauded for coming forward to tell their stories of sexual assault and harassment under the #MeToo flag. The movement would be much stronger and more credible, if its leaders forced mainstream media to also carry the stories of Black women on their morning shows and popular websites.

Black men must bear some of the blame for mainstream media’s ignorance and apathy towards the plight of Black women. We band together, as brothers, ignoring the anguished cries of our sisters. We must stop, look and listen.

We must reject R. Kelly for his alleged abuse of Black women and girls with the same unanimity that Black voters in Alabama rejected the alleged sexual predator Roy Moore.

We must step in the name of love and in the name of justice with respect for our Black mothers, wives, sisters and daughters. This respect must begin in the Black community; we must clean our own house, first. We must elevate our women from social media hashtags to highly-valued and respected members of the global community.

In “Keep Ya Head Up,” Shakur offers a critique on the exploitation of women in the Black community: And since we all came from a woman Got our name from a woman and our game from a woman I wonder why we take from our women Why we rape our women, do we hate our women? I think it’s time to kill for our women Time to heal our women, be real to our women And if we don’t we’ll have a race of babies That will hate the ladies that make the babies And since a man can’t make one He has no right to tell a woman when and where to create one So will the real men get up I know you’re fed up ladies, but keep your head up.

Black women and girls are sick and tired of being sick and tired; it’s time for us to heed Shakur’s advice and heal our women and be real to our women.

By Cam Buford whatsgoodinsports.com In true holiday spirit the Los Angeles Rams in conjunction with the Hormel Foods and Albertsons/ Safety/ Vons partnered up to donate Ham for local needy families. This event was held at the Inglewood Von’s, which is a subsidiary of Safeway, Albertsons and Von’s collaboration.

Also, there to support the event were the Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders, representatives from Hormel and Officers from the Inglewood Police Department. Local families were invited out to meet Rams Players and Cheerleaders, their local Police Officers in addition to getting their faces painted, if the so desired, while receiving a free ham.

Second year Tight End, from South Carolina State Temarrick Hemingway, first year Cornerback out of Oklahoma State, Kevin Peterson and former Syracuse Linebacker Cameron Lynch were the Los Angeles Rams players in attendance at this event. Each of these players mentioned that they enjoyed participating in these types of events as this allowed them an opportunity to mingle with the local kids, while giving them someone to look up to. Additionally, their message of hard work and determination are the messages they heard as children and wanting to be sure to reciprocate.

Not only did they provide words of encouragement for the children, they also participated in many of the latest dance steps with the children in attendance. Another responsibility bestowed upon the players and players was to judge the Ne Ne dance contest among the kids. The Inglewood Police department offered a modest purse for the competing children that participated.

On this day Hormel in union with Albertsons/ Safeway/ Vons gave away more than 1400 hams. These hams will undoubted serve over 17,000 individual meals.

Through the course of the year, Hormel will actually be giving over 38,000 hams via the partnership across the United States, at a cost of nearly $300,000. This partnership will certainly be appreciated by the multitude of needy families that are set to receive these hams.

This is one of many community events that the Los Angeles Rams have and will participate in around their, old but, new market. These events certainly increase their fan base while cementing their presence in the market. As such an event unites local business’s, fans, and the Rams together. How effective do you think these events are in growing the fan base within their community? Please share your responses in the comment section below or by visiting www.whatsgoodinsports.com.

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Rashaad Penny says goodbye to fans at SDSU. (SDSU athletics courtesy photo)

Aztecs Penny Finishes Career-Next up Walter Camp

By Earl Heath Contributing Sports Writer It was a day filled with mixed emotions for Norwalk native Rashaad Penny. San Diego State fell short in the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl In Fort Worth Texas.

The Aztecs fell to Army 42-35 to finish the season 103. Penny ran wild when the opportunity presented itself.

He scored on the first play from scrimmage 81 yards then added scoring runs of 4, 32 and 49 yards finishing the day with 221 yards on 14 carries averaging over 15 yards per carry.

“It wasn’t a good day. We lost Its frustrating. I am disappointed but just move on. I know these guys have a great future ahead of them,” said a saddened Penny.

Penny etched in name in SDSU and NCAA history books before his graduation.He finished the year with 2,248 yards surpassing Teammate Donnel Humphrey (2,133 in 2016). That also leaves him fifth most in NCAA FBS single season history.

The Norwalk native became the fourth player in FBS history run for at least 200 yards in five straight games.

Only trailing Marcus Allen (USC 1981) Barry Sanders (Oklahoma State 1988) and Jamario Thomas (North Texas 2004).

Army dominated time of possession 46 minutes running 91 plays to 13:53 for the Aztecs 30 plays.

Army scored in the final minute and went for two instead of the tie. Penney was the reason why. “That number 20 Rashaad Penny – if we went into overtime he’s going to get the ball in his hands again,” said head coach Jeff Monken. “No way I wanted to watch that anymore.”

Penny has racked up several awards during his time with the Aztecs including two-time MWC time special teams Player of the Year. Two-time special teams all MWC. This past season n 2017 he was named MWC Offensive Player of the Week four consecutive weeks.

Penney was also named to Walter Camp All-American second team for 2017 . He will be honored in New Haven Connecticut Saturday Jan 17, 2018 on ESPN. Others being honored include (Player of the Year) Baker Mayfield, Lee Corso (Distinguished American Award),Eddie George (Alumni Award ) and Calvin Johnson (Man of the Year Award).

Penny summed up one philosophy of his: “All I try to do is put my team in the best situations. That’s all I can play the game of football for. I have a great supporting cast that believes in me”

Chris Hawkins #4 of the USC Trojans makes an interception during the first quarter against the Arkansas State Red Wolves at Los Angeles Coliseum on September 5, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. (Harry How/Getty Images Photo)

Trojans Prepare for Cotton Bowl

By Earl Heath Contributing Sports Writer USC football team is trying to cap off a pretty good football year at the cotton bowl in Dallas. The 11-2 (8-1 Pac 12) Trojans (ranked 8th in CFP have a just a few more days to tune up for Ohio State 11-2 (8-1 Big 10).

“It was a good practice for us,” said USC head coach Clay Helton. We got in most or our first and second down game plan.”

USC is trying to stay sharp after a four week lay-off between games. It has proven in years past that many teams have time re adjusting after a long lay-off.

“The energy and focus of our first two practices I am really impressed. Our kids understand the importance a game this is to both universities, both fan-bases how much respect ewe have for Ohio State.”

The 82nd Cotton Bowl game can be seen on ESPN. The game on TV will be called by Brock Huard and Bob Wischusen in the booth with Allison Williams on the sideline.

“I’m a film guy, that’s what I do,” said USC Senior Chris Hawkins, three days before the Trojans meet Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl. “I don’t run 10-nothing, so I’ve got to make sure I’m ready. When I go to stick someone, I’ve got to break down exactly who I’m sticking, what routes they run, what splits they’re at, is the quarterback looking at him, is he on the ball or off the ball. You’ll see me on gameday pointing and talking, because I like to call out plays.”

“I’ve got to be the smartest player on the field.”

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Alexxus Gilbert lead the lady Runners with 17 points. (Mark Nessia/Mark Nessia Photography Photo)

Runners Take a Road Victory Over Boise State BOISE, Idaho – In one of its most even games of the season, CSU Bakersfield’s women’s basketball team battled back and forth with Boise State at the Taco Bell Arena.

After trailing by two points at halftime, the Roadrunners won the second half en route to a 65-59 road victory over the Broncos.

“I am so happy for these young ladies,” said Greg McCall, Head Coach of the `Runners. “This is a special bunch and they are proving that night in and night out. The way our defense played tonight and then we started to execute on the offensive end. It’s huge. I said it before; when it clicks, we will be pretty dangerous and that’s what happened tonight.”

The `Runners and Broncos played through a fairly even first quarter with Boise State taking a 17-12 lead after the first 10 minutes. In the second quarter, CSUB started out strong and took a lead at 24-23 with just over five minutes remaining in the half. Back-to-back-to-back fast-break layups helped the `Runner defense disrupt the Boise State offense and gave CSUB the lead.

The `Runners wound up winning the second quarter, but a last-second layup gave the Broncos a 29-27 lead heading into the locker room. Sophomore Daije Harris had a team-high six points at the break while five `Runners had four points or more. Guard Alexxus Gilbertposted four points, four rebounds, and two assists in the first half for Bakersfield.

Boise State gained a five-point lead, 43-38, midway through the third quarter, but an 8-0 run by the `Runners put CSUB back in the lead. The two teams finished off the third quarter tied at 45 points apiece as the tight game featured nine lead changes to that point.

A driving layup by Gilbert with less than seven min-

utes remaining put the `Runners up 51-47. A minute later, back-to-back free throws by CSUB’s guard gave the `Runners a six-point lead, their biggest of the game. The Broncos answered with a 6-0 run to give the game its 12th tie at 53-53 before Riley Lupfer’s three-pointer put Boise State ahead, 56-55.

A steal and fast-break layup and-one by Jazmine Johnson helped the `Runners take a three-point lead with just over a minute left. A spin into the paint created some space for Gilbert on the next possession and the junior knocked down the dagger. CSUB held on to win 65-58 on the road, improving to 6-6 on the year.

Gilbert, a native of Dallas, Texas, led all players with 17 points (7-of-15 FG) on Wednesday night. She added five rebounds and three assists against the Broncos while Williams had 15 points and four rebounds. Jazmyne Bartee, a redshirt senior, chipped six points and nine rebounds in one of her best games of the season.

The `Runners held Boise State to just 22% shooting (5-of-23) from behind the arc. Bakersfield forced 21 Bronco turnovers and outscored BSU 22-12 off turnovers.

CSUB knocked down 10-of-12 free throws, making vital shots in crucial moments.

“This is a really good group and they are really disciplined,” McCall said. “We’ll get back in the gym on the 26th, get our rhythm back, and be ready to go for next week.”

CSUB will head home for the Christmas break, but the rest will be short as the `Runners have a pair of games next week. After traveling to Cal Poly on Dec. 29, the `Runners will return back to Bakersfield. UC Irvine will come to the Icardo Center on New Year’s Eve as CSUB will attempt to defend its 4-0 record at home this season.

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Downsizing Review:

a big-picture film about little people

Downsizing’s Niecy Nash, Laura Dern, Kristen Wiig (courtesy photo)

Dick Enberg (Center) was inducted into the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame in 2012 along with (L) Ron Dayne and (R) Senator George Fleming. (Earl Health Photo)

“Oh My” Dick Enberg Leaves Us

By Earl Heath Contributing Sports Writer He was noted for the two simplest words in sports “Oh My.” Dick Enberg had a way of keeping you tuned to the broadcast. He had a magical way with words so simple yet exciting. So vocal yet not loud.

As a youngster my brothers and I would listen to him in our Phillips street home not far away on the shores in Waterford, Connecticut. He was special, he brought late night UCLA Basketball to our home.

He delivered Notre Dame Basketball nationally. He drew praise from former Irish coach Digger Phelps. “Dick was the one who sold our program” said Phelps. “He helped up build our national schedule.”

Enberg died last week at his home in La Jolla California of a heart attack. A native of Mt Clemens, Michigan he earns a masters and doctorate in health sciences from Indiana University. For years he was the voice of Wimbledon

Enberg began his full-time broadcasting career in 1965 in Los Angeles as the radio and television voice of the California Angels, UCLA basketball and the Los Angeles Rams. Before joining NBC, he was named California Sportscaster of the Year four times. Enberg took over as lead play-by-play announcer for the network’s telecast of the Rose Bowl Game in 1980. He would be in the booth in Pasadena every year until ABC picked up the broadcast in 1988.

In 2012 I had the pleasure of seeing him inducted in the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame. In 1974, he won an Emmy for coverage of the Rose Parade. Enberg’s versatility is reflected in the fact that he is the only person to win national Emmy Awards as a sportscaster, writer and producer.

He was elected in broadcasters Football, Basketball and Baseball Hall of Fame.

He will truly be missed. “Oh My”

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By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer It's hard to say what's better about the first half of Alexander Payne's wonderfully weird - or is it weirdly wonderful? - “Downsizing”: the audacity of its premise, or the delicious skill with which Payne executes that premise, detail by comically ingenious detail.

The fact that the film shifts discernibly in the second half, going places and tackling ideas one wouldn't necessarily expect, will surely disappoint some and please others. But there's no doubt about one thing: the director's considerable talent is on full display here. Let him keep shifting; we'll keep watching.

As we've seen in films like “Nebraska,” “About Schmidt” and others, Payne likes to make movies about what some might call small people: ordinary folks in unremarkable places, struggling to make things work. In “Downsizing,” he's made a movie about really small people. As in, five inches tall.

We begin with a groundbreaking discovery. A renowned Norwegian scientist has figured out how humans can reduce their footprint and save Earth from overpopulation. It's called downsizing, and it's irreversible _ but if enough people do it, it could save humanity. Paul Safranek (an excellent Matt Damon in the ultimate Everyman role), an occupational therapist at an Omaha meat company, watches on television with astonishment.

Shift to 10 years later. Downsizing is catching on.

Entire communities have sprouted up around the world.

Paul and his wife, Audrey (Kristen Wiig), childless and still living in the house where Paul grew up, attend a school reunion. Suddenly, Paul's now-five inch friend, Dave (Jason Sudeikis), and his wife are wheeled in. “Dave? He never struck me as the kind of guy who'd go get small!,” Paul marvels. Later, Dave, perched on a cracker box on the kitchen counter, explains the best thing about going small: the economic benefits. At that size, you can live in total luxury for a fraction of the price. Forget the planet, Dave says - “downsizing is about saving yourself.''

Paul and Audrey go visit Leisureland, a top-notch downsized community, and a saleswoman explains how they'd suddenly be multi-millionaires, able to afford

a mansion with a pool and tennis court. (In a hilarious cameo, small people Neil Patrick Harris and Laura Dern demonstrate the good life _ and the cheap price of tiny diamond jewelry.) Soon, Paul and Audrey decide to take the plunge. They put their wedding rings in a keepsake box, and head off.

At the facility, the couple is separated into gender-specific downsizing areas, where they'll be shrunk to .0364 percent of their original body volume. First, body hair must be shaven off, for obvious reasons. Dental technicians remove gold tooth fillings, or else heads will explode.

Workers go down the assembly line after mass reduction is completed, scooping up miniature people with spatulas like fresh-baked cookies.

When Paul awakes, he'll be greeted by a surprise we won’t reveal. Suffice it to say that a year later, things aren't going well. Then he meets his neighbor Dusan (Christoph Waltz), a Serbian playboy who has a shady trade business and throws noisy parties with his wealthy friend, Konrad, who notes that being small is great because you're instantly rich _ unless you're poor, “and then you're just small.''

It is through Dusan that Paul meets someone who will change his life _ not to mention change the tone and direction of the rest of the film. Her name is Ngoc Lan Tran (Hong Chau, in a terrific breakout performance), a Vietnamese dissident who was downsized against her will and arrived in America in a TV box. She survives by cleaning houses, and lives in a slum _ yes, there are slums in downsized communities, too _ behind a big wall.

The last part of the film takes the group to the idyllic fjords of Norway, where the original downsized community still exists. It is here where the issue of climate change and the earth's sustainability take center stage. Revealing any more would spoil the surprise.

Except to say that Paul, through his new friends, learns more than he expected about making a difference in the world _ and what it means to be big or small.

Spoiler alert: It might not be about size.

“Downsizing,” a Paramount Pictures release, is rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America “for language including sexual references, some graphic nudity and drug use.'' Running time: 135 minutes. Three stars out of four.

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Television actress, Della Reese died at the age of 86.

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grabbed and verbally harassed her in a grocery store.

“I was just scared to death,” she said during the trial, according to The Guardian.

“That part’s not true,” Bryant confessed to Timothy Tyson, the author of a new book, “The Blood of Emmet Till,” The Guardian said.

In June, comedian Bill Cosby went on trial for a 2004 incident involving a former Temple University employee, who claimed the star drugged and raped her. A jury failed to reach a unanimous decision and a judge, who declared a mistrial, ordered a new trial for next spring.

In October, celebrated movie producer Harvey Weinstein was exposed as a serial sexual harasser and abuser with more than 100 women—including actresses like Gwyneth Paltrow and Ashley Judd—among his accusers.

The firestorm around the accusations ignited a movement and scores of women and men across the world shared their harrowing stories of abuse on social media using the hashtag #MeToo. Celebrities and media personalities including Matt Lauer, Bill O’Reilly, Metropolitan Opera conductor James Levine, Charlie Rose, Louis C.K. and hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons were also accused of sexual harassment or assault and have either lost their jobs or stepped down from their companies.

Politicians like U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore (R-Ala.), Senator Al Franken (D-Minn.) and Rep. John Conyers (D-Mich.) also faced allegations of sexual misconduct.

The Trump-backed Moore lost a close special election senate for Alabama’s vacant senate seat in December after African American voters turned out in droves to support Democrat Doug Jones.

Meanwhile, several women have emerged with claims against Trump.

“People” magazine writer Natasha Stoynoff accused Trump of attacking her in 2005 at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida.

“It doesn’t surprise me at all that Mr. Trump would criticize someone else’s inappropriate sexual behavior and not address his own,” Stoynoff told the magazine.

Another Trump accuser, Melinda McGillivray, told “People” that Trump “is a complete hypocrite.”

While the sexual harassment storm stirred across the country, many won’t soon forget the devastating hurricanes that ravaged Texas, Louisiana, Florida, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico in the summer and early fall.

Critics of the federal government’s response to devastation caused by the hurricanes noted that more than 30 percent of Puerto Ricans still lack access to electricity.

The president also took heat as he seemed to compare the actions of White supremacists to peaceful protesters after a woman was killed during a White nationalists’ rally in Charlottesville, Va. “This week it’s Robert E. Lee. I noticed that Stonewall Jackson is coming down,” Trump said in defending the Confederate monuments. “I wonder, is George Washington next week and is it Thomas Jefferson the week after that? You really do have to ask yourself: ‘Where does it stop?”

The president even found time to criticize NFL players for silently protesting police brutality and racial injustice in predominately Black and minority communities.

Trump blasted players and said that team owners should get rid of them.

Kaepernick, who remains unsigned and is suing the NFL owners for colluding to keep him out of the league, has been recognized with several awards including Sports

Illustrated’s Muhammad Ali Legacy Award, which was presented to him in December by Beyoncé.

In October, O.J. Simpson was released from prison in Nevada after serving nine years for a robbery conviction.

The NAACP named Derrick Johnson president and CEO of the oldest civil rights organization in America.

Johnson told NNPA Newswire that it’s important that organization work with the National Newspaper Publishers Association to keep the Black community informed.

Congressional Black Caucus Chair Cedric Richmond (DLa.) also pledged to work closer with the Black Press in 2017 and beyond.

The NNPA and Chevrolet sponsored eight students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Atlanta and Washington, D.C. to participate in the 2017 Discover The Unexpected (DTU) journalism fellowship program.

The 2017 class of DTU journalism fellows included: Alexa Imani Spencer and Noni Marshall from Howard University; Kelsey Jones and Taylor Burris from Spelman College; Jordan Fisher and Tiana Hunt from Clark Atlanta University; and Ayron Lewallen and Darrell Williams from Morehouse College.

The eight fellows were rewarded for their intrepid, diligent work in the Chevrolet-backed program that provides students from HBCUs scholarships and summer internships at NNPA member, Black-owned newspapers.

Civil rights icon the Rev. Jesse Jackson also announced that he has Parkinson’s disease.

A tumultuous 2017 also saw TV One announce the cancelation of the popular Roland Martin’s NewsOne Now news show in December.

In 2017, the Black Press lost two of its most devoted freedom warriors. Walter “Ball” Smith, the publisher of “New York’s Beacon” and the “Philadelphia Observer” died on Friday, November 10.

He was 83.

One month earlier on Oct. 22, Bernal E. Smith II, the president and publisher of the Tri-State Defender and a well-known civic leader in Memphis, Tenn., also passed away.

Smith was 45.

Other Black icons also were mourned in 2017.

Among them were Della Reese, 86, and Earle Hyman, 91, both of whom died in November; Robert Guillaume, 89, and Fats Domino, 89, died in October; the rap star Prodigy, 42, who died in June; while singer Al Jarreau, 76, died in February; and activist Roy Innis, 82, died in January.

In December, Simeon Booker, a trail-blazing Black journalist who covered the Civil Rights Movement for the iconic African American magazines EBONY and Jet and who was the first black person to work as a full-time Washington Post reporter, also died.

He was 99.

On August 19, 2017, activist and comedian Dick Gregory died at the age of 84.

“During the past six decades, Dick Gregory, would periodically write essays and editorials for the Black-owned newspapers of NNPA members across the nation,” NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., wrote in a tribute to Gregory. “His pen and his voice were always on the side of the oppressed, who dared to speak up and stand up for freedom. Today, in Dick’s memory, we all are obligated to do no less.”

Chavis continued: “Every breath that we take, we should gain more and more strength to speak truth to power and to stand against all injustice.”

Creative Kitchen Hot Fish Dinners Back by popular demand!!The Creative Kitchen will be selling delicious hot fish dinners on Jan. 5th. 2018...

The Creative Kitchen loves cooking some of our favorite and scrumptious meals that we grew up on. And one of my favorite’s was catfish that my dad would catch and bring home late at night, and I can still remember that by the time our mom finished cooking the fish my siblings and I couldn’t wait to get a piece of some of the best tasting fish ever! (we’re trying hard to measure up mom)..

Each dinner comes with Catfish + 5 sides that includes: Red beans & Rice, Mac ‘n’ Cheese, Greens, Corn Muffins, (spicy jalapeno, or regular), Marinated broccoli salad (delicious), a side of tartar sauce, hot sauce & lemon and your choice of Red Velvet Cake, Peach Cobbler, or 7up Pound Cake.

Because we understand that not everyone can leave their place of employment, however, we will cater to certain places such as: Barber shops, Salons, Businesses, & etc.

All others can certainly come by and pick up a hot dinner but we ask that you call first to let us know you’re on your way and we’ll drop it like its ‘HOT’ before you get there, because no one likes cold fish right?

Prices: Catfish fillets + 5 sides ($15.00) A single slice or Red Velvet or 7-up Pound Cake ($3.50) A single serving of Peach Cobbler ($ 4.50) No substitutions (Gumbo is separate from the dinners and it cost $5.00) Please note that everything is made homemade, fresh, and with all 100% real ingredients.

To pre-order please call by Wed. Jan. 3rd. to get your order added to the list.

Numbers to call are: (661) 487-4867, (661) 3331070, or (661) 377-6590.Thank you we at the Creative Kitchen look forward to serving you!

• Dine-In • Take Out • Catering • Banquets Since 1981

AMERICAN & CHINESE FOOD

MING’S CAFĖ RESTAURANT Corner of 20th & L Streets in Bakersfield ,CA (661) 323-4914 Great Food at reasonable prices! Enjoy Classic American and popular Chinese dishes in a beautiful unique atmosphere or dine on our outdoor patio!

Open Everyday 8:30am - 9:00pm

Serving Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

Bernal E. Smith II, the president and publisher of the Tri-State Defender passed away in 2017. Smith was only 45.

Recipe of the Week Chili w/Crackers

With the weather being so chilly outside nothing warms you up better than a bowl of Chili & crackers.

I can remember my mom making us a big pot of chili on cold winter nights, but what I remember most was the spices that she used that made the dish taste even better, and I want to share what I remember with you!So let’s get cooking!

What you need: 1) 1 block of chili brick of your choice (I use Juanito’s).

2) 1 pd. Ground beef or turkey meat.

3) Cumin ( sorry I don’t measure anything).

4) Salt & packet of taco or chili seasoning 5) Dash of black pepper 6) Onion & garlic salt 7) Chili powder 8) Dash of cayenne pepper (optional) In large pot on low- heat cook chili brick along with 3 to 4 cups of water.

While chili is cooking brown meat until no longer pink.

Rinse meat with warm water now add the packet seasoning and cook as directed. Now add the remaining seasonings Add seasonings being very liberal with the cumin, because this is what makes the flavor pop!

Lastly, add meat mixture to the chili stir and allow the flavors to marry together. Now you want to simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes being careful to add a little water when needed.

Hint: I like my chili very thick and meaty.. so it matters not to get it too watery. Also, the more meat you use determines how thick and authentic your chili will be.

Now that your chili has met your expectations. It can be served with crackers, or with rice.

Tip: If you really want to be creative you can turn your plain chili into a frito boat by simply adding original or chili cheese Fritos topped with chili, sour cream, olives, & green onions and cheese.

Either way you choose to fix your chili I am sure you will not be disappointed!

From The Creative Kitchen to yours Happy Hollidays and a most prosperous New Year to you & yours!