The Paper - August 6, 2026

Volume 56 - No. 32

August 6, 2026

SUMMER HEAT CASUALITES SETTING RECORDS! By Friedrich Gomez

ness of the true dangers of the “current heat crisis across our San Diego metropolitan landscape – inland to the coast,” in the hopes of educating, curtailing, and preventing a rising and dangerous PREFACE: San Diego County Health Officials, health crisis we are all facing across the U.S. First Responders, medical hospitals, and family physicians are imploring the media for assistance NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY is addressed in in promoting greater public awareness on this this exclusive report to THE PAPER. year’s summer heat-related health concerns and heat-related deaths that are spiking! SUMMER HEAT IS NOW THE LEADING As a public service, THE PAPER is eager and happy to comply with San Diego County health officials’ request in promoting greater public aware-

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WEATHER-RELATED KILLER IN THE U.S.

The average American is aware of global warm-

ing, but many are often knocked back on their heels when science researchers and medical experts inform them of the following grisly reality: “Extreme summer heat is now the leading weather-related killer in the U.S., with recent 2026 July heat causing rising death tolls, and tens of millions of Americans under active heat alerts. Major public health announcements and tracking organisations confirm that hot weather outpaces severe weather events like floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes.”

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Give Us This Day Our Daily Chuckle

This week, a compendium of wit, wisdom and neat stuff you can tell at parties. Enjoy! Beer, wine and whiskey . . . helping ugly people have sex since 1864. **** I distrust camels. And anyone else who can go a week without a drink. **** A sales rep, an administration clerk, and their manager are walking to lunch when they find an antique oil lamp. They rub it and a Genie comes out. The Genie says, ‘I’ll give each of you just one wish.’ ‘Me first! Me first!’ says the admin clerk. ‘I want to be in the Bahamas , driving a speedboat, without a care in the world.’ Puff! She’s gone. ‘Me next! Me next!’ says the sales rep. ‘I want to be in Hawaii, relaxing on the beach with my personal masseuse, an endless supply of Pina Coladas and the love of my life.’ Puff! He’s gone. ‘OK, you’re up,’ the Genie says to the manager. The manager says, ‘I want those two back in the office after lunch.’ Moral of the story: Always let your boss have the first say. **** A man is getting into the shower just as his wife is finishing up her shower, when the doorbell rings. The wife quickly wraps herself in a towel and runs downstairs. When she opens the door, there stands Bob, the next-door neighbor Before she says a word, Bob says, ‘I’ll give you $800 to drop that towel.’ After thinking for a moment, the woman drops her towel and stands naked in front of Bob, after a few seconds, Bob hands her $800 and leaves.. The woman wraps back up in the towel and goes back upstairs. When she gets to the bathroom, her husband asks, ‘Who was that?’ ‘It was Bob the next door neighbor she replies. ‘Great,’ the husband says, ‘Did he say anything about the $800 he owes me?’ Moral of the story: If you share critical information pertaining to credit and risk with your shareholders in time, you may be in a position to prevent avoidable

exposure. **** Senator Bernie Sanders was invited to address a gathering of the Indian First Nations chiefs in Denver, CO. He spoke for almost an hour about his plans for increasing the standard of living for all of their citizens by totally free government grants for free college educations, free Medicare for all, etc. He mentioned how he always supported these issues that came forward to him. Although Sanders was vague about the details for the funding of his plans, he spoke eloquently about his ideas if he eventuallyt wins the White House. At the conclusion of his speech, the chiefs presented him with a beautiful plaque inscribed with his new Indian name, “Walking Eagle.” The proud Sanders accepted the plaque and then returned to Washington. A news reporter asked the chiefs how they came to select the new name they had given to Sanders. They explained that “Walking Eagle” is the name given to a bird so full of crap it can no longer fly. **** About a week ago I was channel surfing and stumbled across a movie, “30 Seconds Over Tokyo,” starring Spencer Tracy, Van Johnson, and Phyllis Thaxter (the love interest). I cringed as I watched this 1944 film - not so much at the movie but at the dialogue. “Did people really talk like that?” I wondered? The dialogue was . . . sappy. Using the movie dialogue as a guide I prepared the following scenario: INTERIOR, EVELYN MADISON MANSION: lyle: “Well, Evelyn, this is it. I’ve got my orders, bags are packed, my plane is ready and I’m on my way to help defeat the Evil Empire.” evelyn: (touching lyle tenderly on the shoulder) “Oh, Johnny, please come back safe and sound! I simply could not live without you!” lyle: (placing hand tenderly on evelyn’s hand) “Well, Evelyn . . . we have to make our sacrifices to defeat the evil enemy. I hope to return . . . and I will return. You simply have to believe in me! And you have to believe in our nation . . . and the thousands of men and women who lay their life on the line every day! I am but one of many, Evelyn (and, by the way, my name is lyle, not Johnny). evelyn: “Oh, sorry, Johnny . . . I mean lyle . . . we’ve lost so many good men and pilots in this crazy war. When’s it all gonna end, Jo. . .lyle?” lyle: “It will end when good overcomes evil - when tyranny is replaced with honesty and integrity. When the bad guys are eliminated and only good will prevail. See ya when I get back, kid. (lyle hugs evelyn, evelyn hugs johnny/lyle . . . they part: lyle enters a waiting car and is off to the airport. EXTERIOR: Airport . . . C-47 troop

carrier taxis down runway, gains speed, lifts off into the air . . .fades into the distant sky. Did people really talk like that? Do they today? Not in this house. Side note: I was heartbroken to learn that Van Johnson, the All-American Boy, the always handsome frecklefaced redheaded, blue-eyed hero . . . was a hopeless “Queen” who reveled in dressing in women’s clothes and playing the role of a proper lady. This was common knowledge within the Hollywood community but I didn’t learn about his (or Jeff Chandler’s) strange lifestyle until about 10 years ago. Destroyed the image I always had of him. He was one of my favorite actors. Johnson died in December 2008, aged 92. **** Taming the Beast A circus owner runs an ad for a lion tamer and two people show up. One is a retired golfer in his late-sixties and the other is a gorgeous brunette mid-twenties. The circus owner tells them, “I’m not going to sugar coat it. This is one ferocious lion. He ate my last tamer so you two had better be good or you’re history. Here’s your equipment -- chair, whip and a gun. Who wants to try out first?” The gorgeous brunette says, “I’ll go first”. She walks past the chair, the whip and the gun and steps right into the lion’s cage. The lion starts to snarl and pant, then begins to charge her. As he gets close, the gorgeous brunette throws open her coat revealing her beautiful naked body. The lion stops dead in his tracks, sheepishly crawls up to her and starts licking her feet and ankles. He continues to lick and kiss her entire body for several minutes and then rests his head at her feet. The circus owner’s jaw is on the floor. He says, “I’ve never seen a display like that in my life.” He then turns to the retired golfer and asks, “Can you top that?” The tough old golfer replies, “No problem, just get that lion out of there.” **** An “Old West” analysis and summary of executions: “While we recognize that the subject did not actually steal any horses, he is obviously guilty of trying to resist being hanged for it.” **** A newlywed young man was sitting on the porch on a humid day, sipping ice tea with his father. As he talked about adult life, marriage, responsibilities, and obligations, the father thoughtfully stirred the ice cubes in his glass and cast a clear, sober look on his son. “Never forget your friends,” he advised, “they will become more important as you get older.” “Regardless of how much you love your family, you will always need friends. Remember to go out with them occasionally (if possible), but keep in contact with them somehow. “What strange advice!” thought the

young man. “I just entered the married world. I am an adult and surely my wife and the family that we will start will be everything I need to make sense of my life.” Yet, he obeyed his father; kept in touch with his friends and annually increased their number. Over the years, he became aware that his father knew what he was talking about. In as much as time and nature carry out their designs and mysteries on a person, friends are the bulwarks of our life. After 70+ years of life, here is what he, you and I will have learned: Time passes. Life goes on. Children grow up. They cease to be children and become independent. And to the parents, it breaks their hearts but the children are separated from the parents because they begin their own families. Jobs/careers come and go. Illusions, desires, attraction, sex.... weaken. People can’t do what they did physically when they were young. Parents die, but you move on. Colleagues forget the favors you did. The race to achieve slows. But, true friends are always there, no matter how long or how many miles away they are. A friend is never more distant than the reach of a need, intervening in your favour, waiting for you with open arms or in some way blessing your life. When we started this adventure called LIFE, we did not know of the incredible joys or sorrows that were ahead. We did not know how much we would need from each other. Love your parents, take care of your family, but keep a group of good friends. **** How to tell you’re getting old: You take notice of the fact that the restaurants you’ve been patronizing for the past several years tend to be filled with old people. Suddenly, you realize that these patrons are the same age as you! You notice that the waitress’s mouth is moving but you can’t quite hear her. Your table mate tends to mumble a lot. You look for the “Senior Special” on the menu, automatically. People come up to you, shake your hand, call you by name and inquire as to your well being. You are very pleasant to them. After they leave you wonder who in the hell they are. You tend to favor menu items that are in large type. You tend to avoid spicy foods. You notice the waitresses are getting younger and younger. I remember when Evelyn and I first started seeing each other - one day she said, “why don’t we stop at Charlie’s for lunch?” “Nah,” sez me, “Charlie’s is a restaurant for old people. I ain’t ever gonna get old.” Guess where we eat 3-4 times a month? Guess who’s on a first name basis with Charlie, and with all the CHUCKLES See Page 3

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waitresses? Guess which waitresses know what I want even before I order - and have already written it down? Guess who named a breakfast item the “Lyle Special?” (French toast, two eggs, bacon or sausage. About $10). It is said that growing old ain’t for sissies. I sure agree. One tends to have occasional losses of sense of balance, sometimes dizziness, often forgetfulness. I suspect my career as a ballet dancer or professional quarterback are both in serious jeopardy. I may, however, became a gentleman escort at local retirement homes. I’ve already laid out my powder blue leisure suit, white shoes, white belt and flowery Hawaiian shirt. I reckon I’ll attract a great many lady clients in my new career. I figure I can keep up with the demand as long as it doesn’t exceed once or twice a month. I’m old, you know. Ciao for now! **** I can’t believe my grandparents voted Democratic this year in Ft. Lauderdale. They NEVER would have done that when they were alive. **** First Day at The Senior Complex On her first day at the senior complex, the new manager addressed all the seniors pointing out some of her rules: “The female sleeping quarters will be out-of-bounds for all males, and the male dormitory to the females. Anybody caught breaking this rule will be fined $20 the first time.” She continued, “Anybody caught breaking this rule the second time will be fined $60. Being caught a third time will cost you a fine of $180. Are there any questions?” At this point, an older gentleman stood up in the crowd and inquired: “How much for a season pass?” **** So while we are talking about banning ‘Baby It’s Cold Outside’ from the radios... I guess we should ban the following as well: 1. I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus: subjecting minors to softcore porn 2. The Christmas Song: Open fire? Pollution. Folks dressed up like Eskimos? Cultural appropriation 3. Holly Jolly Christmas: Kiss her once for me? Unwanted advances 4. White Christmas? Racist 5. Santa Claus is Coming to Town: Sees you when you’re sleeping? Knows when you’re awake? Peeping Tom stalker 6. Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Everyone telling you be of good cheer? Forced to hide depression 7. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: Bullying 8. It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas: Forced gender-specific

gifts: dolls for Janice and Jen and boots and pistols (GUNS!) for Barney and Ben 9. Santa Baby: Gold digger, blackmail 10. Frosty the Snowman: Sexist; not a snow woman 11. Do You Hear What I Hear: blatant disregard for the hearing impaired 12. Have Yourself a Merry Little

Christmas: Make the yuletide GAY? Wow, just wow 13. Jingle Bell Rock: Giddy up jingle horse, pick up your feet: animal abuse 14. Mistletoe and Holly: Overeating, folks stealing a kiss or two? How did this song ever see the light of day? 15. Winter Wonderland: Parson Brown demanding they get mar-

ried…forced partnership. 16. Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer: Shaming the elderly for their public intoxication while trying to enjoy their golden years after a few drinks on their prescription meds. ****

North County Widows and Widowers Club Events and Activities for August

Dinner/Dance – Oceanside Elks Lodge FRI, 08/28/26 - 5-9 PM (Oceanside Elks Lodge, 444 Country Club Ln, Oceanside) Dinner and dancing to live music. Join Happy Hour - Notorious Sports Bar & Grill WED, us for a lively evening of fun, music and dancing. 08/12/26 - 3-5 PM(6955 El Camino Real #107, Please be sure to RSVP and to let Dottie know if you Carlsbad) We are back at Notorious with their great cannot make it after you RSVP or for the evening’s pricing and service. We will be seated on the outdoor menu. RSVP with Dottie (760) 438-5491 by patio with shade. RSVP with Vince Loughney (760) Thurs, 08/20/26 724-6857 (text preferred) by Sat, 08/08/26 *** Dinner/Dance – Vista Elks Lodge FRI, 08/14/26 5-9 PM What’s Happening in Vista? (Vista Elks Lodge, 1947 E. Vista Way, Vista) Dinner and dancing to live music. Join us for a lively evening Vista Farmers Market of fun, music and dancing. All non-Elk NCWW Every Saturday members will be charged a $15 cover charge to defray rising costs. Please be sure to RSVP and to 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Vista Courthouse Parking Lot, 345 let Dottie know if you decide not to come. S. Melrose Dr. RSVP with Dottie (760) 438-5491 by Thurs, 08/06/26 Vista Makers Market First Sunday of every month Stomp ‘ n’ Chomp - Oceanside Harbor TUES, 08/18/26 - 10:30-1:00 PM 1-5 p.m. The Commons, 802 S. Santa Fe Ave. (1325 N Harbor Dr, Oceanside) Time for a little exercise and some yummy lunch at the Oceanside Visit www.vista.gov for more information. Harbor! We will meet at the Oceanside Broiler parking lot at 10:30 to walk for as long as you’d *** like then come back to the Broiler for lunch at 11:30. If you don’t feel like walking, just join us for Play Chess!! lunch! RSVP with Mary Hudson (760) 994-6567 by San Marcos Senior Center 08/15/26 111 Richmar Ave, San Marcos Happy Hour - Karl Strauss WED, 08/26/26 - 3-5 (760) 744-5535 PM(5801 Armada Dr, Carlsbad) One of our favorites! www.sanmarcosca.gov/seniors Join us for an afternoon of food, drinks, fun, and Mondays 12:30 to 3:30 good company. Separate checks, of course!RSVP Adults of all skill levels are welcome. with Vince Loughney 760-724-6857 (text preferred) by Sat, 08/22/26 *** OODLES See Page 14

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Man About Town by lyle e davis I remember about 44 years ago . . . I was Vice President and General Manager of KOWN Radio in Escondido, CA. It seemed I had everything. A beautiful office, fantastic secretary, great staff, lovely radio station, was being paid quite well, and had a prestigious position in the community, as well as a wife and two sons at home. Very comfortable. Or so it seemed. What more could I want? I didn’t know . . . but I just knew I wasn’t happy. Did not feel fulfilled. Felt I had been put on this planet for some other reason than what I was doing at that time. I knew I had talent, drive, ambition. Money was not, and still is not, all that important to me. Somewhere, deep inside of me, I felt that I was destined to do something worthwhile . . . something that made my life here more meaningful. I advised the owners of the radio station that I did not intend to renew my contract. I wanted them to have plenty of advance notice so they could make alternate plans. Still, I had no solid plan for my future. I just knew, with all its comfort, where I was was not where I needed to be. In due course, the owners found a replacement for me . . . and I was off on my own again. In those 44 years since leaving the radio station, I’ve done a few things . . . several of which I’m rather proud. We formed the NCYSA (North County Youth Soccer League). We put together a board of directors, coaches, and kids. The first year we had 325 players, the second year 575, the third year over 900 and NCYSA eventually grew to the point where they had to turn down applicants after 2500 kids had already signed up. There was simply no more room on the rosters, no more soccer fields to accommodate that many teams. We managed, we coached, we even played soccer. Good years. Later, we formed Los Caballeros de Aventura (The Gentlemen of Adventure). This was a youth di-

version group designed to divert kids, primarily Latinos, away from joining gangs. The strategy was to keep them so busy having great fun discovering life that they had neither the time nor inclination to join gangs. It was a brilliant success. We ran the organization for six years. In that time we served primarily Escondido and San Marcos kids and made somewhere around 300 adventures come alive for those kids . . . and spent thousands of hours with them. Not one of our kids ever got in trouble with law enforcement in that six year period of time. Today, we still see them . . . but in a bit different context. Today, they’ll walk up to Evelyn and I in a store, introduce themselves and say, “Mr. Davis, I’d like you to meet my wife and two kids . . . “ It’s times like that when Evelyn and I look at each other and both think the same thought . . . “We did something right.” Today, I don’t head up any civic or service organizations. I have co-founded “The Puppy Coalition,” an organization dedicated to saving puppies and dogs from being needlessly euthanized, and to change legislation to help protect puppies and dogs, and to penalize those who abuse these animals. I am somewhat hampered in the time I can devote to this organization, however. I own and operate a weekly newspaper that bought over 28 years ago. This paper keeps me very busy . . . Evelyn and I pretty much produce it ourselves every week. Accordingly, I don’t have the time I’d like to dedicate to the puppies and dogs. My partner-in-crime, and co-founder of The Puppy Coalition, is a gent named Bruce Krider. Bruce does so much more than I do in saving these animals. At this writing he has three dogs at home he has rescued and four that he pays to kennel. But Bruce also runs a consulting and appraisal business for hospitals and the health services profession. He has to travel a fair amount and even though he is well paid, he’s being eaten alive by the kenneling costs. I try to help out ... donating a couple hundred here, a couple hundred there, but that’s chump change compared to the money Bruce is laying out . . . and out of his own pocket. (Four dogs @ $15 per day = $60 per day x 7 days = $420 per week, just in kenneling costs). Perhaps The Puppy Coalition is what I was put on earth to make happen. There is a great need, nationwide, to protect these pups and dogs . . . to keep them from being euthanized because they’ve “run out of time at the kennel” . . . to help find foster homes and/ or adoptive homes for them . . . to ensure universal spaying and neutering of animals.

If we are to accomplish this, we need to raise considerable funds . . . and to hire an Executive Director who can do the things that Bruce and I cannot, because of our work/professional responsibilities. There is an alternative route I could go . . . but I fear age has caught up to me and I simply don’t have the drive, determination and energy to pursue that. Recently, the North County Times, our daily newspaper for North San Diego County, was absorbed by the San Diego Union Tribune . . . the major daily for the San Diego Metropolitan area. They have all but abandoned North County in terms of news coverage. An ideal situation for someone like me, with a weekly newspaper, to expand our distribution, add a sales staff of four to six people, possibly go from a weekly to two to three times a week (but not a daily . . . dailies are failing nationwide). Ideal, but, for me, probably not practical. This is an assignment for a younger man, full of energy. But the rewards could be great. Within less than two years I could be a multi-millionaire. The market is here, the product, well accepted, is here . . . all it takes is going out and getting the advertising revenue. But . . . I’m 87. The energy just isn’t there anymore. Perhaps I need to find a younger partner that can make all this happen? Money, in and of itself, still is not all that important to me. If I were to become a multi-millionaire I would likely give most of it away . . . to support the puppies and dogs. I’m still not certain of my purpose in life. I want to accomplish whatever task it is that I was intended to do. I just am not sure of what it is. For the moment . . . it’s The Puppy Coalition. But, somehow, I still feel that there must be a calling for me in yet another area. Something I was meant to do to help the world. But I have no idea what it is. A retired pastor, Dick Huls, has become a dear friend and confidant. He and I meet for coffee every Monday . . . and we talk. Every time, when the coffee is over, I head home - inspired. Dick does that to me. He makes me think . . . he points me in different directions. Maybe Dick Huls is my answer. Maybe he knows how I can best achieve whatever it was I was put on this planet for. I’ve had some awesome friends and mentors in life. Dick Huls, Alan Skuba, the former owner of KOWN, for whom I managed the radio station for seven years, Jean Truss, a beautiful and talented accountant with a great mind, Evelyn Madison, my partner in The Paper and close companion

for over 23 years - (she’s smarter than me, is stronger than me, emotionally and physically, and works harder than I do) - Kevin Camperell, brilliant CPA, recently retired, Arie de Jong, brilliantly successful businessman, who has tried to retire - but can’t. He is constantly on the go and consistently either buys or starts a new business or investment, makes it a success, then moves on. (I spent a half day with Arie once. After four hours I was exhausted! (He is only a few months younger than me). He gave me a tour of several of his huge businesses, met with several of his staff, took me out to Melrose Ranch, his beautiful and huge estate, gave me the complete tour, always on the go, zipping from one place to another. An amazing man! I’ve also learned a lot from Tim Cunning and Rick Pearson - both of whom are both wise in the world and funny as hell. When the three of us are together it’s guaranteed there will be laughter. Tim became Governor of Kiwanis Division 37. He’s the best Governor the Division has ever had. Perhaps one of these pals will help me in my quest for my life’s mission. We shall see where life leads me. I am willing to be led. (Since the above was written Arie de Jong has passed away, I have sold The Paper, new owners take over when I retire or I die, whichever comes first. Evelyn has moved on in her life and now lives in Oklahoma). **** Lookin Back: (A former civilian war correspondent’s memories of S. Vietnam) Wow! All of these recollections of when I was a much younger man and served as a war correspondent in S. Vietnam has opened the floodgates of my memory bank and a montage of memories come floating back: En route, a stop at Hickham Field in Hawaii - too much to drink and getting sick on the lawn of a BOQ (bachelor officer’s quarters) . . . enjoying the warm, tropical air, the fragrance of Hawaii’s flowers, and taking note of the meticulously manicured and maintained grassy lawn . . . while I was puking my guts out on that same beautiful lawn . . . Departing the next day for S. Vietnam via Wake Island (which I had only heard about via the movies) - didn’t see much; it was about 2 or 3 am when we stopped . . . I remember a big fat guy seated next to me, sweated profusely, he had some type of job where he had to island hop throughout the Pacific - selling defense type goods I think. I did not envy him his job, no matter how much MAN ABOUT TOWN See Page 5

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money he made. He did not look like a happy man. A stop at Papeete, Tahiti (it’s pronounced “papa-yay-tee,”) early morning arrival, still dark. Taxi into the resort hotel - beautiful thatch roofed rooms, on the ocean. I spent three days in Tahiti, deciding if I was gonna get shot at in Vietnam I damn sure was gonna enjoy life a bit before I got there. Rode into town from the resort on a tourist bus . . . the town itself reminded me of Tijuana - vendor stalls, a bit ramshackle type environment, not nearly as fancy as the resort hotel. Didn’t care much for downtown Papeete’. Don’t remember his name but there was a nuclear or molecular physicist that had sailed to Tahiti on board his sailboat (yacht). He was as handsome as any movie star you’ve ever met and, obviously, was a brain. You don’t become a physicist unless you’re really, really smart. And he obviously had quite a bit of money, owning his own sailboat/yacht and able to take enough time off work to sail from LA to Tahiti. We seemed to hit it off and he offered me the chance to fly with him in the morning over to the island of Moorea’ . . . about a one hour boat/ferry ride from Papeete’. He was going to rent a plane in the morning, hop over to Moorea’ and we’d spend the day there then fly back. I canceled my ferry ride. Unfortunately, all the small aircraft were either rented or not available the next morning so I never got to see Moorea. I’m told it’s worth going back to see. In the evenings we’d have a big firepit, great roast pig, beautiful Tahitian dancing girls dancing the Tamurae (the Tahitian version of the hula - much, much better). They try to get all the tourists up to try and dance the Tamurae I don’t remember for sure but I think I was successful in declining their offer. Seated near the firepit was a Sheikh - all decked out in his native dress (which kinda looked like someone threw a bedsheet over him). We chatted a bit and I admired his watch. He handed it to me. It was platinum! Platinum, I learned, is heavy! It was probably a $5,000 to $10,000 watch. He began to sing some song but it was in Arabic so I had no idea what he was singing about. Eventually, I returned his platinum watch though I entertained the idea of running off to my hotel room with it - but they lop the heads off of thieves in Arabia. I thought it more prudent to return his watch. This was before I became a certified scuba diver - that would come many years later. But the snorkeling in the crystal clear aquamarine waters off the beach of the resort hotel was fantastic. I

wish now I had known then how to scuba. Time to depart. We passed Fiji - don’t remember if we stopped there or not; if we did it was just an airport stop. I remember lots of palm trees, mountains, etc. Then on to Sydney, Australia. I fell in love with Australia. The Aussies, once they learn you’re a “Yank,” will not let you buy a beer! There seems to be a mutual love affair between Aussies and Americans. We learned to love one another during a little dust up known as World War II. I stopped in Sydney so that I might visit and do stories about the RAAF (Royal Australian Air Force) base in Richmond, just outside of Sydney. The Aussies played a major role in fighting the VC and NVA in S. Vietnam. Wonderful warriors. Got lots of great photos and stories. Still have the photos somewhere, probably out in the garage - stored amidst dozens of boxes of other memorabilia. Sydney is best described as a modern day San Francisco - just located in Australia, and without all the smoke and grime that San Francisco’s building have acquired over the years. It was a favorite R&R (Rest and Relaxation) port for the military who managed to escape for a couple of weeks from the war zone(s). Since I was reporting for both radio and newspapers back home I decided to pay a visit to Sydney’s top radio station, 2SM. There, they were treating me like a king when the teletype came to life and reported Bobby Kennedy had just been assassinated. They ushered me into the newsroom and interviewed me about the madness that was going on back home . . . JFK, then Martin Luther King, and now Bobby Kennedy. I can tell you I felt embarrassed, trying to explain the crazy things that we, as a nation, were experiencing. A final stop at Kuala Lumpur - another beautiful Indonesian country I’d love to visit but this, too, was just an airport stop. Next stop, S. Vietnam. I’ve already written about many of my adventures in S. Vietnam while on assignment. I may have more at another time. Let me instead jump to my departure from Vietnam - homeward bound! Kinda. We flew from S. Vietnam via Air Vietnam to Cambodia - an airport stop - then on to Bangkok, Thailand! As luck would have it my seatmate was a reporter for Paris Match by name of Reggie Davis. We struck up a conversation that started because of our identical surnames. I wondered if he might be my wealthy relative I had always hoped to find. We laughed, we joked, we got on wonderfully well. On one occasion he had

been assigned to do a story on the King and his court of Thailand. When he arrived they had cleared the entire palace grounds and parking lot and no one else was allowed on the grounds except him. He was treated, as they say, royally. I stayed at the Bangkok Hilton; we only had an overnight and then departed the next day. I strolled the streets of Bangkok, taking in the sights. I still remember spotting a black star sapphire stone in a jewelry store. They wanted $400 for it. It was about the size of a nickle (for star sapphires, that’s huge!) I had about $400 of my expense money left and was sorely tempted to buy the stone - thought sure I could smuggle it home. And was sure that it would probably fetch at least $5000 at home. But I chickened out and never bought the stone and I still brood about it. (As I recall, my thinking was . . .”I don’t know gems. What if I get ripped off and it’s a phony?”) Next day we took off and I can say I’ve visited New Delhi, India. But, alas, it was 3am and only an airport stop. I remember later flying over and enjoying the sight of the Swiss Alps. We landed in London and I arranged transport to Glasgow, Scotland, there to be met by my in-laws, Mary’s parents. We journeyed from Glasgow to Prestwick, the city where Mary

was raised. A few days with the in-laws, telling stories of our adventures and then back on the plane to head home to Chicago - there to be reunited with Mary and my two young sons. More random memories about my second trip to Vietnam - but that will have to wait till another day. **** Continuing the memories from S. Vietnam, where I served as a civilian war correspondent in 1967-1968: Vietnam I had two days booked solid. Tonight I was to fly “Spooky”, an old C47 aircraft (a cargo plane that saw much service over “The Hump” in Burma during WWII). MAN ABOUT TOWN See Page 6

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5th District Supervisor • Jim Desmond Finally a Solution? Drive along Interstate 5 near the Orange County line and you’ll pass one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in America. What most drivers don’t see, tucked between the freeway and the surf, is more than 3.6 million pounds of highly radioactive spent nuclear fuel — stranded at the shuttered San Onofre plant, in an earthquake zone, a stone’s throw from the Pacific and millions of people. It has sat there for years because Washington broke a promise. Decades ago, the federal government committed by law to take responsibility for the nation’s spent nuclear fuel and move it to a permanent, secure location. Then it didn’t. Political gridlock froze the only designated site, administrations came and went, and communities like ours were left holding the risk — indefinitely, and through no fault of our own. I have never accepted that. Our coastline is not a nuclear waste dump, and the families of North County should not have to treat “temporary” storage as a permanent fact of life. That’s why San Diego County has spent years pushing — joining coalitions, demanding accountability, and refusing to let this issue slide quietly off the public’s radar the way stranded waste tends to. This week, that persistence was rewarded with the best news we’ve had in a long time. A leaked White House plan revealed that the administration is finally taking a serious run at solving this problem for good. Here’s why it matters. For years, the entire national strategy hinged on a single site that had become politically radioactive in its own right — frozen, litigated, and going nowhere. The new approach breaks that logjam. Instead of betting everything on one location that no one could unstick, the plan would allow the federal government to partner with states that are willing to store the nation’s waste. It’s a consent-based model: work with communities that want the jobs and the mission, rather than forcing a solution that collapses under its own politics. That is precisely the kind of realistic, common-sense path our County has been championing. You break a decades-long impasse not by shouting louder about the same stuck plan, but by opening a new door. This plan opens one. So today, I want to do something that doesn’t happen often enough in public life: say thank you. Thank you to the White House for treating this as the serious problem it is, and for pursuing a genuine, permanent solution instead of kicking the can down the road one more time. This MAN ABOUT TOWN From Page 5

This afternoon I had flown a FAC (Forward Air Controller), the military version of a Cessna 170 that would fly low and slow over target areas and mark the target area with WP (“Willy Pete”, the nickname for White Phosphorus rockets) followed by an attack on the marked target area by F100 jet fighters or some similar fighter aircraft. Tomorrow morning I was to be on the other end. . .sitting inthe back seat of an F100 which would be delivering ordnance to targets marked by a FAC. But for now I was on board “Spooky”. There were several versions of Spooky in Vietnam, the best known was the C47. There was also a helicopter version that utilized a giant spotlight and heavy cannon/machine gun suppression fire. The C47 Spooky had a modern day version of the old Gatling Gun which delivered something like 1800 rounds a minute. I would have termed it a machine gun but I believe they called it, technically, a chain gun,

a type of cannon. Probably has something to do with the size of the cartridge. About every 5th or 6th cartridge was a tracer round (which means it lights up as it speeds toward its target). The C45 Spooky (also known as “Puff, the Magic Dragon) does not use high intensity spotlights. . .it drops white phosphorus illumination rounds by parachute. They light up the target area as though it were mid day. On this particular mission we were supporting a Special Forces Camp that had come under fire by NVA (North Vietnamese Army) troops. They were located in a powder keg area that was used by both NVA and Viet Cong units. It was in a pass. . .(again, the name escapes me [we’re talking 27 years ago]. . .I want to say An Loh. . . . . .maybe it will come to me). . .our job was to circle above, (It was the Ashau Valley - editor). drop the WP illumination rounds and provide suppression fire. The pilot places the C47 in a constant circle to the left; he has an electronic gunsight affixed to his helmet that is configured

is welcome, long-overdue leadership. I also want to be clear about who earned this moment. Progress like this doesn’t come from Washington waking up one morning and deciding to act. It comes from pressure — sustained, unglamorous, year-afteryear pressure from the people who live with the risk. It came from San Diego County residents who showed up, from local leaders who kept this on the agenda, and from everyone who refused to accept that dangerous waste on our coast was simply the way things had to be. That advocacy is being heard. This is what it looks like when a community doesn’t give up. Now for the honest part. A plan on paper is not the same as waste removed from our shoreline. There will be legislation to pass, sites to identify, and details to get right — and I’ve been at this long enough to know that the finish line is where the hard work really begins. I intend to hold everyone involved to their word, and I will keep pushing at every level of government until the last canister is safely relocated away from our communities. But direction matters. For the first time in a long time, we are pointed the right way. After years of being told to be patient while the risk stayed parked on our coast, we finally have an administration willing to move — and a strategy with a realistic chance of working. That’s real progress. It’s worth recognizing. And it’s worth fighting to finish. Jim Desmond is a member of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. He represents the 5th District, which includes Escondido, Valley Center, Pauma Valley, Palomar Mountain and much of the Backcountry. to his eye. As he looks down at the ground and sees the target he wants he pushes the fire button and the cannon goes off, directing the rounds right to where the crosshairs point on his electronic gunsight. It is a horrific sound, this Gatling Gun. One has to understand that the sound of the shells being discharged is like one continuous sound. . BRAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAKKKKKKKKKKKKKK. . .not “bang, bang, bang. . . .”, nor the traditional sound one associates with a machine gun. . .it is a constant sound, more like the sound one would hear in a giant factory with giant machines going full speed and at full pitch. The BRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAKKKKKKKK is then amplified within the metal tube that is flying around in the sky. This metal tube is our airplane. All aboard have ear sound suppressors on. They help somewhat. . .but the noise is still unimaginable. The second phenomenon is that the tracer rounds (every 5th or

6th shell), because of the rapid delivery of ordnance, appear as though the line of fire is one continuous yellow Dixon #2 pencil that is linked from the plane to the ground. The Yellow Dixon Pencil, the incessant noise, the constant circling, the bumps (for it was a turbulent air evening which makes for bumpy plane rides), the acrid smell of burning cordite, the fumes from the exploding illuminating rounds, the several hours of flying I had experienced in the afternoon. . . all began to tell on me. I began to feel nauseated. I fought the nausea as I was in the midst of way too much adventure and excitement to be bothered with getting airsick. I flat didn’t have the time! I breathed deeply, put my head between my knees for a few minutes, regained my composure and I snapped out of it. We ceased firing for a time but continued to circle. We stopped firing because the air controllers had advised us that a fighter strike was heading into the tarMAN ABOUT TOWN See Page 7

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San Marcos Mayor • Rebecca Jones San Marcos summer paving begins The City of San Marcos has begun its annual maintenance of city streets to prolong their life, avoid costly repairs and keep your ride as smooth as possible. Between July and October, approximately 21 miles of roadway throughout the city will be resurfaced based on existing pavement conditions. Over time, sun, rain and regular use wear down our roads. Rather than waiting until major repairs are needed, we take a proactive approach by applying slurry seal to streets that are still in good condition. This protective coating seals small cracks, slows wear and tear, creates a smoother ride and helps extend the life of the pavement. If your street is scheduled for resurfacing, you will receive advance notice before work begins. The project takes place over several weeks, with crews returning to complete different phases of the work. Be sure

to watch for project updates and temporary “No Parking” signs, as parking restrictions may be in place during construction. Once the new surface has cured, crews will return for street sweeping and to repaint lane lines, crosswalks and other pavement markings. We know this work can be disruptive, and we appreciate your patience while crews complete these improvements. By taking care of our streets today, we’re preserving our infrastructure and helping ensure safe, reliable roads for years to come. To learn more, view the paving map or find answers to frequently asked questions, visit sanmarcosca.gov/paving. If you have questions, contact our construction hotline at construction@sanmarcosca.gov or 760-744-1050 ext. 4040.

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get area to drop CBU’s (Cluster Bomb Units – these are bombs that explode 50 to 100 feet above ground and spray hundreds, possibly thousands, of tiny bomblets over a wide area. It is a very effective anti-personnel device). We continued to circle and observed the ground action. We could clearly see the Special Forces camp that was under attack; we could clearly see the incoming and outgoing fire, small arms, machine gun, mortar. Then came the CBU’s. We could not see the fighters below us that were delivering the CBU’s but we could see their ordnance. One purple/orange/white puff after another, four, five, six in a row. Then another series. Then another. It is the most spectacular fireworks show I have ever seen. It is hard for people who have not been in combat, or who have not witnessed combat, to understand what I am about to say. There is a certain beauty to war. Yes, I know, it sounds like blasphemy. It sounds bloodthirsty. It is not drawing room conversation. It may not be in good taste. But, it is true. Ask any combat veteran and he may tell you the same. I say “may” because most combat veterans know it is a touchy thing to say and they may not wish to engage in debate; but among themselves, they know. They have seen it and they know. Sure, you know that people are being killed down below. You know that bodies are being mangled, bones broken, skin burned, lives ruined forever. I am not saying that death is beautiful; or suffering can just be shrugged off. I am saying the color, the majesty, the adventure, the panoply of excitement and its colors. . .the orchestration of men, materiel, aircraft, ordnance. When it all comes together. . .it can be beautiful.

**** It is said that you can tell when a guy is getting old when he talks about what he has done . . . not what he is doing today. I have reached that point in life. I no longer jump out of airplanes, I no longer scuba dive, I no longer fly my own airplane . . . and, to be sure, I no longer journey to war zones to report on them. However, there was a time . . . . Vietnam It was at the 67th Field Medical Hospital in Quin Ohn, S. Vietnam. I had asked to spend the night in the hospital and to be awakened if and when they had casualties come in. I wanted to do a feature on triage treatment of battle casualties, the up front and personal view of a medical team operating in a time of crisis. First incident. . .I was awakened by someone jostling me. It was a doctor. “What’s this guy doing in my bed!. . .” he was bellowing. The nurses shushed him and said. . .”Quiet! He’s a reporter. He’s just doing a job”. “I don’t care,” said the doctor, “he’s sleeping in my bed”. “There are plenty of beds here. . .leave him alone. Let him sleep”. I would have gladly gotten up and given the doctor his bed but I was too tired to enter into any debate. The nurses rushed the doctor out of the area and I went back to sleep. (The doctor had NOT been working for 24 hours stitching up maimed troopers; he was just used to having his way and was upset that someone was in his bed. The story of Goldilocks came to my mind, I recall). Incident two. . .I was again jostled awake. This time by a nurse. “We have a casualty”, she said. I wiped the sleep away from my eyes and, somewhat bleary-eyed, stumbled out of the good doctor’s warm bed. “One casualty?”,

I asked. “Yes,” she said. “An Air Force Master Sgt. Attempted suicide. Shot himself”. We hurried to the Emergency Room. I had my tape recorder with me as I wanted to prepare a radio feature, later transcribing into a column for my newspapers as well. We arrive. There are about four or five medical personnel rapidly administering a variety of treatments to the patient. They have stripped him of his clothing and they have a variety of tourniquets of some type on his legs and arms, apparently trying to control blood pressures. They quickly turn his body over, almost like flipping a pancake. They flip him three or four times. They are pounding on his chest, then pounding on his back. There’s a lot of movement, motion. There is a great deal of blood from a head wound. I am talking into my microphone, describing the events. I never knew it would be this bloody. The smell of ether hits me, of medicinal alcohol, the smell of blood. The blood and gore and hospital smells well up inside of me and I feel myself growing faint. I stop talking and head for the door, eager for some fresh air. I also feel nauseated and if I am to throw up I want to do so outside. These medical people are too busy with important stuff. . .I don’t want them to be concerned about me. I reach the exit door and step outside. I take a couple of welcome deep breaths. It is about 5 or 5:30am. It is a comfortably warm morning. The sunrise is upon us, just rising from behind the purple mountains. There is just a hint of mist in the foothills of the mountains. It promises to be a beautiful day. The thought strikes me and remains with me to this day. . .here it is the beginning of a brand new, beautiful day. . .and the ending of

the day for the Air Force Master Sergeant. It is the occasional random thought such as the above that tends to stick with you. The contrast between life and death, between the beginning of a day and the ending of a day (or life). The Sergeant did not survive. I have often wondered what caused him to commit suicide. I never pursued the thought. Thursday, December 13, 2018 The 2nd Year of Vietnam Reporting - Random Thoughts One of the greatest public relations guys I ever knew was Lt. Col. Len Hughes, USAF. He was assigned to SAFOI (Secretary of the Air Force, Office of Information), Chicago. I met Len on several occasions and we became great friends. He arranged my return trip to Vietnam, courtesy of MATS (Military Air Transport Command). He also had a good friend, Mita-san, a civil engineer who worked at Tachikawa Air Base in Japan, our final stop before hitting Vietnam. Len said he would send “Coming Your Way” letters to Mita-san. Our journey begins. We arrived at Scott Air Force Base, about 25 miles outside of St. Louis, Mo., but in the state of Illinois. My flight for Vietnam did not leave until later in the day so they put me up in a General’s Quarters! A General’s Quarters! It’s Great to be a Big Shot! The General’s Quarters were spacious and elegant . . . silver serving sets, open bar, anything I wanted; an orderly available to answer my call - did I want a sandwich? Did I want a steak? I could pretend like I was a general and live a life most folks only dream about. But, alas, it only lasted about six MAN ABOUT TOWN See Page 12

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HEAT From Page 1

National Average: “Over 65,000 Sources: American Red Cross, people, on average, end up in emerReuters Climate Monitor, WHO gency rooms each summer with (World Health Organisation) et al. heat-related illnesses including mortality,” as noted by the National OVER 40 MILLION AMERIResources Defence Council. CANS UNDER EXTREME HEAT WARNINGS FROM CALIFORCasualties & Death Tolls Are SeNIA TO NEW YORK. verely Undercounted: Tracking from just major July heat waves has SCOPE & ALERTS: confirmed at least 70 deaths, though health experts note this is a severe Over 40 million Americans remain undercount because heat-exacerunder persistent extreme heat warnings spanning from California and bated underlying conditions often the Southwest through the central go unrecorded. (The Washington plains and down to the Gulf Coast Post.) to the East Coast. (The Guardian)

OCEANSIDE, CARLSBAD, VISLOCAL & NATIONAL DELAYS TA, SAN MARCOS & ESCONIN HOSPITAL EMERGENCY DIDO. VISITS: Rising temperatures: High humidWhile summer was still heating up ity and dangerous heat domes have during July and is expected to hit driven heat indexes not only inland even higher temperatures as we be- in Vista, San Marcos, and Escongin the month of August and unusu- dido, but also along coastal regions such as Oceanside and Carlsbad ally warmer temperatures through which prevents the human body September, tracking data is reportfrom properly cooling down. (Fox ing both local and national delays as Weather Channel.) thousands of emergency visits are recorded at hospitals; results from heat-related illnesses and deaths What may feel deceiving, can be insidiously dangerous. (Source: San from recurring heat domes. Diego Health & Human Services SanDiegoCounty.gov BELOW IS SAMPLING & NA- Agency: Home) TIONAL AVERAGE: North Carolina: Documented 3,681 heat-related hospital visits from 1 May to 18 July 2026. Maryland: Recorded 1,627 visits to emergency departments or urgent care with 38 confirmed heat-related deaths by late July of 2026. Virginia: Logged more than 700 emergency room visits for heatrelated illness during just the early July heat wave.

From downtown San Diego to the North San Diego County coastal regions of Oceanside, Carlsbad, to more inland areas of Vista, San Marcos, and Escondido – the potential perils of summer-related heat is real – for everyone. DANGEROUS HEAT WAVE HEADED FOR SAN DIEGO COUNTY. HEAT ADVISORY EXPANDED TO COASTAL AREAS. According to FOX 5 San Diego and KUSI News (both television stations producing extensive news around San Diego County), these well-respected TV networks are reporting the following:

Heat illness occurs when the body cannot cool down. The body normally cools itself by sweating, however, sometimes that is not enough. In excessive heat, especially when humidity is high, sweat does not evaporate as quickly and the body has to work extra hard to maintain its normal temperature. Other factors can also contribute to how our body regulates temperatures, such as age, health conditions, and medications or drug use. 2. TYPES OF HEAT ILLNESS.

There are several types of heat-re“A dangerous and prolonged heat lated illness: heat rash, heat cramps, wave is set to grip San Diego Coun- heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. ty beginning the end of July (30 July 2026), with the National Weather The most serious form of heatService issuing Extreme Heat Warn- related illness is heat stroke. This ings for inland communities, the occurs when the body’s temperature mountains and the deserts, and a rises quickly, the sweating mechaHeat Advisory for coastal areas later nism fails, and the body cannot cool in the week.” down. If not addressed on time, heat stroke can cause permanent damage In the North San Diego County re- or can lead to death. gions, this would certainly apply not only to inland areas of Vista, San 3. HEAT SAFETY TIPS & REMarcos, and Escondido – but also SOURCES: (https://www.weather. expanded to coastal areas compris- gov/safety/heat) ing Oceanside and Carlsbad. WHO IS MOST AT RISK? While (Source: FOX 5 San Diego (KSWB- everyone may be at risk, these are SAN DIEGO COUNTY’S HEAT TV) and San Diego’s KUSI-TV among the most vulnerable: MAY FEEL NON-THREATEN- News. Report filed by Danica Mc* Elderly (65+) ING BUT EXPERTS WARN OTH- Adam, 28 July 2026 5:01 PDT) ERWISE. NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY * People with pre-existing or unSan Diego County residents may INLAND & COASTAL REGIONS: derlying chronic conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart feel this summer’s heat as “manage- WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. disease, mental illness, developable” and “non-threatening” – especially along the coastal regions, IMPORTANT FACTS & PREVEN- mental disability, dementia, respirabut medical experts are warning that TION. tory (breathing) conditions, asthma, such deceptions can be hazardous and obesity. and dangerous to one’s health. 1. WHAT CAUSES HEAT RELATED ILLNESS? * Babies and young children. PeoHEAT See Page 12

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Escondido Union School District to Fill Governing Board Vacancy The Escondido Union School District is seeking applications from residents in Region 3 to serve as a board member. A candidate will be appointed to fill the vacancy until the next general election in November of 2028. The board vacancy has occurred due to Board Member Mark Olson’s resignation effective July 24, 2026. By law, the board has 60 days to make the appointment. Interviews are scheduled to be conducted at the Board of Education Special Meeting, Thursday, September 3, 2026, 6 p.m. at Bear Valley Middle School, 3003 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025. Those interested in being considered for appointment to this vacancy can download an application beginning July 31, 2026, at eusd.org or con-

tact the Superintendent’s Office at 760.432.2110. All applicants must be registered voters living within the boundaries of Region 3 in the Escondido Union School District. Board Vacancy Applications can be downloaded via this link. Submit application to: Secretary of the Board/Superintendent Andrew McGuire, Escondido Union School District, 2310 Aldergrove Ave., Escondido, CA 92029, fax: 760.233.4301, or email: mkemp-zempoalteca@eusd.org Application materials must be received in the Superintendent’s Office no later than 4 p.m., Friday, August 28, 2026.

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Our Triad By Pastor Huls

Pastor Huls A friend and I were discussing the question of a triad, which most people use at one time or another: I should have, I could have, and I would have. These three statements pose a question. Things might have been different if only I had acted differently. Why was it that we waited until the consequence led to the outcome? I have been discussing this statement with many people. The problem with should have leaves many questions. What conditions existed before? Was there certain awareness but no response? How severe were the consequences? How much guilt followed the results? The most important aspect is: “What did the experience teach one?” When was the next time something came up and there was no action? I often see this happening with people who now live with regret because the opportunities are gone. Whenever one should have complimented, apologized,

visited, and let it all go, it will be living with the “should have.” The Bible says, “let not the sun go down on your wrath.” If anger is an issue, please resolve it now. There is no room for hesitation or neglect. Perhaps the most difficult one to deal with is “I could have.” When we think of all the possibilities that remain and are unfulfilled, it is often overwhelming. I remember a Russian novel, The Strange Life of Ivan Denisovich. He looked at his past life and all the possibilities that he let go. They had to do with lost moments and opportunity. His thoughts had to do with, “If only he could live his life over, things would be different.” We might call them lost opportunities. People live with these every day. I hear them all the time. “If only I had invested, saved my money, exercised more, complimented more, said I love you more, visited more, been more of a friend. I hear these expressions often after there is a death, suicide, or disaster. We never know when that door will close. There is the parable of the ten virgins invited to a wedding. Five wise virgins made sure they had enough oil for their lamps when the bridegroom arrived, and five who didn’t. When it was time, the five who didn’t prepare ran out of oil. I am sure they had one

comment: “We should have made sure of our supply of oil.” I wonder about our everyday living and the choices we make. Will we hear, “Well done, my good and faithful servant,” or will we hear, “You could have been more faithful” The third statement in the triad is, “I would have.” I was visiting a friend recently who had his walls decorated with achievement plaques. He was a person who did not need to say, “would have.” He had done it all. The answer to the question of would? is “yes.” I used to belong to Toastmasters, where we were challenged to speak. For first timers, it was a frightening experience. Even though I spoke a lot in public, there were times I resisted new challenges and opportunities. Consequently, there are no plaques of achievement in those areas. Jesus tells the parable of the three persons who were given a sum to invest and, after a while, to return to the giver. When due, two were successful, but one buried his challenge and ended up with nothing except to watch others enjoy the accolades of success. It is the one who would that succeeded. I had a friend who had a boat named “carpe diem,” which translates to, “seize the moment.” It is the person who says, “I would have.” Of the three in the triad, who are you?

San Diego Humane Society is supporting families and their pets who need a little extra help. Through the Community Pet Pantry, anyone can visit our campuses to pick up a bag of dog or cat food, and other supplies, as available. No appointment is needed for this service. Hours are Tuesday-Sunday from 10am to 6pm. El Cajon 373 N. Marshall Ave. Escondido 3500 Burnet Drive Oceanside 572 Airport Road San Diego 5480 Gaines Street

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Pet of the Week

Pistachio

Pete

Pistachio is a 3-year-old, 10-pound, male, Domestic Medium Hair cat with a Brown and White Tabby Coat. He got lost. When nobody claimed him, Pistachio was transferred to Rancho Coastal Humane Society through Friends of County Animal Shelters (FOCAS). He’s a shy guy who will need time to adjust in his new home. Pistachio will do best with a structured lifestyle and no surprises. The $100 adoption fee for Pistachio includes medical exam, neuter, up to date vaccinations, and a registered microchip. For more information visit Rancho Coastal Humane Society in Encinitas or log on to www.SDpets.org. Open from 11 AM to 4 PM every day but Tuesday.

Clear the Shelters Month! From August 1-30, adoption fees are 50% off for every single pet (except horses)! Meet Pete! Pete is a handsome, energetic pup ready to bring lots of fun into your life. He can be a bit shy with new faces but warms up to people if they go slow and give him lots of yummy treats. When he is comfortable, Pete will become the world’s biggest cuddle bug! He’s been known to be protective over his favorite items, so he’ll do best as the only dog in the home, where he can be the star of the show. If you’re looking for a loving, loyal companion to brighten your home, grab a leash and collar and come adopt Pete today at today at San Diego Humane Society’s Escondido Campus (3500 Burnet Drive)! If you have questions about the adoption process, you can visit sdhumane. org or call 619-299-7012. Online profile: sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/animal-single/?petId=983458

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Will AI make us smarter or dumber?

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It began in late 2001 when the AI (Artificial Intelligence) stoked IW (intelligent Web) was released. It built its influence over us slowly. Today, a quarter century later, the massive changes the IW is causing in the lives of Earth’s human population are starting to be recognized. The IW is changing nearly everything yet many of us have been slow to comprehend its impact. Those born after 1995 (DNs or Digital Natives) grew up with the extensive worldwide knowledge base of the IW and its ever improving AI. DNs are accustomed to using these resources for information and problem solving. Older users (DIs or Digital Immigrants) particularly those born before 1980 grew to adult-

hood prior to the arrival of the AI stoked IW. They formed their cognitive processes prior to its arrival. Like the DNs they use the extensive assets of the AI and its IW in finding answers and solutions, but there is a significant difference in the way DIs regard the source of AI based information. DIs consider the information from the IW/AI to be externally sourced. Their internal cognition was fully developed prior to the arrival of the IW and is unaffected by their use of Internet based resources. By contrast the resources of the IW/AI were available throughout the years DNs were forming their internal cognitive resources. The substitution of Internet based external resources for internal cognition was natural and it stunted the development of their internal cognitive resources. This effect is supported by the fact that since 2010 we have seen a recent three to five point drop in the IQ test scores of DNs. The drop in DN IQs scores while unprecedented is not necessarily a sign that mankind is in mental decline. It does raise the question as to the direction we are heading. Since we climbed out of the trees four hundred thousand years

ago, man has reigned supreme at the pinnacle of intelligence on our planet, The instant access to mankind’s entire knowledge base provided by the IW coupled with the cognitive power of AI has, in the last quarter century, has challenged man’s claim as the dominant intelligence on the planet Both the IW and AI are evolving and improving daily. There is no question that the IW/AI cognizant ability and data base exceed that of man, nor is it surprising that mankind could develop a collective external intelligence that exceeds his own individual cognitive ability.

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John Van Zante’s Critter Corner

Isn’t it kinda late to remind people about snakes? Animal shelters usually warn pet owners about Rattlesnake season in late May. Not so much this year. Maybe it’s the weather, or victims haven’t been reporting snakebite. Whatever the reason, the snakes are out there now. Many experts say sunset is when you’re most likely to come upon a rattlesnake. “Most likely” doesn’t mean you won’t see snakes at other times. When you’re hiking with your dog, keep it on a leash and stay on busy trails. Snakes don’t like people interrupting them when they’re doing snake stuff. There’s that old saying about “beating the bushes.” Take a stick and whack the buses while you walk. Snakes hate that. Other tips to help pets and their people during Rattlesnake season. • Don’t go places where there are likely to be snakes. If someone suggests, “Hey. Let’s got find some snakes.” Just say no. • Don’t put your paws, hands or feet where you can’t see, like under a log or rock. • Look before you leap. Step ON a rock or log instead of over it.

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We are plowing new ground. Man has never before been in the presence of a superior intelligence on his home turf. Will our IQs continue to decline as we rely ever more heavily on the intellectual resources of our creation? What will happen to occupations that historically rely upon extensively educated men and women like lawyers, medical doctors, engineers and yes, even educators. Will we use our new AI/IW technology to rise to ever higher intellectual planes or will we become shuffling drones allowing the IW/ AI to do our thinking for us? The jury is still out!

If you stop for a rest, look before you sit down Be careful around water. Snakes can swim and they look like sticks in the water. • If you see a snake...LEAVE IT ALONE! What should you do if you or your pet gets bitten by a Rattlesnake? Doctors say, “Don’t panic.” Don’t panic? Of course I’m going to panic! Once your initial panic subsides, try to remain calm to slow the spread of venom. Slow down and concentrate. We can do that. Another piece of advice is “Try to remember what the snake looks like.” You don’t need specifics. They’re not going to bring in a police sketch artist. Just try to remember how big, what color, shape of head, and anything else about the snake that bit you or your dog. When you’re hiking, take your cell phone. This isn’t so you can ignore your dog while you text. Take it in case you need it in an emergency. That old thing from the movies where a guy gets bitten by a snake, then his buddy tries to suck out the venom? Don’t do that. It doesn’t work. It probably tastes yucky. And the time you waste would be better spent getting medical help.

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MAN ABOUT TOWN From Page 7

hours. But what a great six hours! We boarded the plane and took off. Nothing remarkable about the trip. Just a long, boring plane ride. Long plane rides are usually boring but they are more boring when you’re on a military plane because you don’t normally have pretty flight attendants, plush seats, snacks, music, or movies. Air force planes are utilitarian. Very sparse on the comforts of home. Our first stop was Elmendorf Air Force Base in Alaska. We were on the ground there for, maybe, an hour . . . then off we went. Next stop, Tachikawa Air Base, Japan! Upon arrival, just as promised by Len Hughes, Mita-san was there waiting for me. He took me under his wing, took me on a tour of Tokyo . . . and was a wonderful host. He spoke English fluently and, obviously, knew Tokyo like the back of his hand. He wouldn’t let me pay for anything. In the evening we stopped for dinner at a lovely Japanese restaurant. When Mita-san excused himself to go to the restroom I took the waitress aside and said, “this guy won’t let me pay for anything. Please give me the bill and let me pay it.” She did and I HEAT From Page 8

ple often just think of the elderly, but infants and young children are particularly vulnerable. They cannot articulate what is ailing them or why, so responsible adults must be proactive and seek medical help when in doubt. In regards to infants who have no voice of their own, the following is critically-important advice that is vastly missing from such reports as this one. Infant Signs of Overheating: * Fussiness & Crying: Unexplained, restless crying or constant irritability. * Skin Changes: Flushed red cheeks, warm skin on the chest or back, or a small heat rash. * Sweating or Clamminess: Damp hair or wetness on the forehead and neck. * Fast breathing: Breathing at a quicker pace than normal as the body tries to cool down.

did. Not sure of the Japanese culture but I may have committed a faux pas by paying for the bill. It seemed to me that Mita-san was disappointed when he learned of it. Len and Mita-san had worked closely together when Len was stationed in Japan and he wanted to ensure that any friend of Len’s was treated like royalty. I fell in love with Japan. So much so that I seriously considered emigrating there. I thought it would be a wonderful experience for the kids to grow up and get to know the beauty, grace, and culture of Japan. Such was not to be, however. If you were not a national you had little to no chance of getting a job in Japan in broadcasting or publishing. Additionally, it was so far away from Scotland that in the event of a family emergency it would have been a horrendously long travel time to get “home.” We over-nighted at Tachikawa, again at a BOQ (Bachelor Officer’s Quarters). The next morning we boarded our flight for Vietnam. Many of my adventures in Vietnam have been detailed here in other log entries. Going Home: We had made arrangements to fly home on board a Med-Evac plane.

We took on patients at Bien Hoa Air Base, outside of Saigon. Our manifest was that of military patients heading for home on board a huge C-141 configured to accommodate stretchers, gurneys, patients, and medical personnel. The patients wanted for nothing. The nurses and staff did all they could to ensure the patients were as comfortable as possible. We made a brief stop in Tachikawa, then headed for Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska. To my great surprise, as I walked up and down the aisle of the aircraft and visited with patients that felt up to talking, I met a trooper from Jackson, Minnesota, a small town about 30 miles from where I was born, in Windom, Minnesota. This truly is a small world. After a brief stop at Elmendorf we were (a) back in the Continental United States, and (b) on our way to the midwest. This long flight ended up back at Scott Field, in Illinois. Patients were off-loaded, I departed the plane and arranged for a commercial flight back to Chicago maybe a one hour flight, and then I was home! I flew to Chicago on a Delta flight and I remember a beautiful flight attendant who paid me a great deal of attention. She was a lightskinned African-American, beau-

tiful teeth, great personality . . . and she seemed attracted to me. I was attracted to her as well, but I was dead-solid tired. Absolutely exhausted. We barely manged to retain enough energy to flirt . . . but that was as far as it was going to go. My plane landed at O’Hare Airport and 45 minutes later I was home. I remember Mary was crying when I arrived. She had heard how I gotten shot at on my prior trip and she was worried sick about me. But now I was home, safe and sound and she had her man back - and I had my family back! That was the end of my warcorrespondent days. A great adventure. Glad I did it - but it’s not something I would want to do again . . . besides, at my age I’d be doing well just to make it to the airport. Forget 17-20 hour plane rides. Not for me. Today, if a flight is more than 2 hours and 45 minutes (the time it takes to fly to Puerta Vallarta, Mexico), I ain’t going. More later as memories return.

* Seek medical help immediately. * Move to a Cool Area: Take the baby into an air-conditioned room or deep shade. * Remove Extra Layers: Strip down the infant to a single, light layer of loose clothing. * Cool Gently: Wipe their skin with a lukewarm washcloth and fan them gently. * Offer Fluids: Give extra breast milk or formula if they are willing to drink. * Best bet is to always consult your pediatrician beforehand on advice.

test part of the day (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) * Avoid strenuous activity. * Do not leave children or pets in cars on hot days, even if the windows are partially open.

FOR ALL NORTH COUNTY REGIONS: INLAND & COASTAL.

ALSO AT RISK: * The unsheltered/homeless. * Outdoor workers & athletes. * People without air conditioning * People living alone & socially isolated. * People taking diuretics, such as caffeine and alcohol or illegal drugs. * Your pets. * Teens & children in sports, such as soccer, baseball, etc.

Infant signs of Severe Heat Illness HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR(Emergency): SELF? * Lethargy: Acting very sleepy, limp, floppy, or hard to wake up. * Stay somewhere cool or get to * Dehydration: Fewer wet diapers, one of the County’s Cool Zones (licrying without tears, or a sunken braries, shopping malls, etc.) soft spot (fontanelle) on * Take a cold shower or bath. the head. * Stay hydrated & drink plenty of * Refusing feeds: Rejecting breast water. milk, formula, or water. * Avoid drinks that contain alcohol, caffeine, and lots of sugar. Immediate Actions: * Wear light clothing and hats. * Avoid being outdoors during hot-

A. Use sunscreen on exposed areas such as face, arms, legs, etc.

HOW TO HELP OTHERS?

B. The Most Common Types of Sun-Related Skin Cancers to con* Check in on neighbours, family, sult with your physician: or friends who are at increased risk, especially if they live alone. 1. BASAL CELL CARCINOMA * Ensure they have access to plenty (BCC): The most frequent type of water, ice in their freezer, and a overall; it usually looks like a small, fan if possible. shiny bump or a pink patch on areas * Offer to help them get to a cool with regular sun exposure like the zone or another cool location. face and neck. 2. SQUAMOUS CELL CARCIA. Plan activities for cooler times NOMA (SCC): The second most of day. common type [0.15]; it often apB. Try to be most physically active pears as a rough, scaly red patch or early in the morning or later in the a sore that does not heal on sun-exevening when posed skin. temperatures are lower. Take frequent breaks and pace yourself. 3. MELANOMA: Less common C. Watch for signs of heat illness: but much more dangerous, starting If you feel dizzy, nauseous, unusu- in pigment cells and frequently apally tired or otherwise pearing as a changing mole or a new unwell, contact your physician or dark spot. seek medical care. D. Drink more water than usual, Always consult your doctor when in even if you don’t feel thirsty. Stay- doubt or just curious. ing hydrated helps your body regulate temperature. VERY IMPORTANT & ESSENE. This must be reiterated: Never TIAL – BUT OFTEN RARELY leave children or pets in vehicles. KNOWN -- ARE THESE “FREE” Temperatures inside BENEFITS. parked cars can quickly reach dangerous levels – even if the win- FREE FAN DISTRIBUTION PROdows are crack and even if GRAMME DETAILS: the outside temperature doesn’t feel extreme. The San Diego County Cool Zone HEAT See Page 13

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ING OCEANSIDE, VISTA, SAN MARCOS, ESCONDIDO. Yes, San Diego County provides free rides to official Cool Zone cooling sites for individuals who cannot get there on their own. The free service is operated in partnership with San Diego County. Who is Eligible? “San Diego County residents who may need help getting to a Cool Zone location — such as older adults, people with disabilities, or those who are homebound — can call 211 to be connected to transportation or How the Free Ride Program Works – and who is eligible.

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that greater public awareness on a crucial issue can be attained for the benefit of countless people everywhere – we hope other visual and print media will join in to do their parts as well. And keep awareness alive and constantly expanding.

Be proactive and take care of yourself AND your neighbours and loved ones, especially those who live alone, are elderly, and isolated. And never forget your pets, as they are valued members of your family. SPECIAL THANKS: To all the city and county agencies that requested such media assistance so

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Performance at The Bornemann Theatre Music By Eras Presents a Powerful Celebration of the Songs, Stories and Spirit of American Rock-andRoll

in the Park

Table Tennis at the Park Avenue Community Center Calling all seniors age 50 and over, join us every Monday and Wednesday 1-3 pm. Everyone welcome – beginning to advanced level players. No sign-ups, no registration, just show up, play for free, and have fun!! Park Avenue Community Center 210 E Park Avenue Escondido, 92025 *** East Valley Parkway Business Association Meeting 2nd Wednesday • 2pm August 12th. At Elote Restaurant, 1760 E. Valley Pkwy, Escondido. Visit www.evalley-parkway.com for more information. *** Chess at Park Avenue Community Center Home of Escondido Senior Center 210 Park Avenue, Escondido 760-839-4688 Adults of all skill levels are welcome. Drop in anytime Wednesday OR Friday noon-3pm to play or watch in the shuffleboard building. Follow the signs or ask at the front desk for directions. Friendly games with large boards and pieces provided. No fees or reservations. *** San Diego’s Summer Movies

By Gig Conaughton, County of San Diego Communications Office This year, the Summer Movies in the Park’s current lineup is scheduled to show about 130 movies in parks all around the county through October. A current list of this summer’s movies can be found here. Movies typically begin about 15 minutes after the sun sets. Families and folk are encouraged to wear warm clothes and bring blankets as the weather can turn chilly when the sun goes down. Pre-show activities begin before dark. As always, this year’s list of movies includes something for just about everyone ─ animated and liveaction films that include comedies, musicals, action adventure, science fiction and romance. There are older classics like “Beauty and the Beast,” “Goonies,” “Shrek” “Ghostbusters,” and “Ratatouille.” And there are numerous recent releases, from “The Wild Robot,” to “A Minecraft Movie,” “Hoppers,” and 2025’s “Superman.” *** For more information about the County of San Diego Parks and Recreation Department, its parks and events, go to sdparks.org. **** Award-Winning San Diego Artists Unite as The Heartland for a

WHAT: Some of San Diego’s most celebrated musicians are coming together for one unforgettable night at The Bornemann Theatre at TERI Campus of Life. Music By Eras Presents: The Heartland is a fully produced concert experience celebrating the timeless songs that defined American rock-and-roll. Inspired by legendary artists including Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, Bruce Springsteen, Linda Ronstadt, Neil Young, Bob Seger, John Mellencamp, the Eagles and Creedence Clearwater Revival, the show brings audiences together through iconic music, powerful storytelling and exceptional live performances. The evening features an all-star lineup of acclaimed local artists: Whitney Shay – Five-time San Diego Music Award winner and Billboard No. 1 Blues Artist Jesse Ray Smith – Five-time San Diego Music Award nominee, including Best Americana Artist nominations in 2025 and 2026 Lauren Leigh – San Diego Music Award-winning singer-songwriter, powerhouse vocalist and member of Stucky Leigh Will Stucky – 2025 San Diego Music Award nominee for Best Local Recording and member of Stucky Leigh

services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). From education and the arts to employment training and residential services, TERI creates opportunities for people of all abilities to build meaningful, connected lives. WHEN: Music By Eras Presents: The Heartland Friday, August 7, 2026 7:00 p.m. WHERE: The Bornemann Theatre at TERI Campus of Life 555 Deer Springs Road San Marcos, CA 92069 FREE parking No drink minimum On-site dining available before the show at TERI Common Grounds Café beginning at 4 p.m. TICKETS/MORE INFO: Tickets start at $35 Visit www.thebornemann.com or purchase directly through Humanitix. **** The Catholic Widows, Widowers and Singles of North County The Catholic Widows, Widowers and Singles of North County, a group for those who desire to foster friendships through various social activities, will hold these events. All single Catholics are now welcomed. Reservations are required 760 438-1472. For additional information regarding our organization, see www.cwwsnc. com.

WHY: Every ticket and concession purchase at The Bornemann Theatre helps fund TERI’s programs and

LEGALS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015367 Fictitious Business Name(s): MH&C MHC Located at: 270 LOBELIA DR VISTA, CA 92083 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: PEDRO MARTINEZ PEDRAZA 270 LOBELIA DR VISTA, CA 92083 YESENIA S MARTINEZ 270 LOBELIA DR VISTA, CA 92083 This business is conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE The first day of business was 07/01/2026. /s/ YESENIA S. MARTINEZ This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 13, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/16, 07/23, 07/30, 08/06/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9012422 Fictitious Business Name(s): COMBAT HUMAN TRAFFICKING COMBAT HUMAN TRAFFICKING TASK FORCE Located at: 1111 6TH AVE, STE 550,747034 SAN DIEGO, CA 92101-5211 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: BENJAMIN CLAY BURNETTE 1111 6TH AVE, STE 550,747034 SAN DIEGO, CA 92101-5211 This business is conducted by AN INDI-

VIDUAL The first day of business was 03/26/2001. /s/ BENJAMIN CLAY BURNETTE This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JUNE 03, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/16, 07/23, 07/30, 08/06/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9013292 Fictitious Business Name(s): VIRGIL’S PROPERTY SOLUTIONS Located at: 1826 THIBODO RD (#103) VISTA, CA 92081 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: VIRGIL ELLIS HARRIS 1826 THIBODO RD (#103) VISTA, CA 92081 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ VIRGIL HARRIS This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JUNE 12, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/16, 07/23, 07/30, 08/06/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9014908 Fictitious Business Name(s): PAW AT HOME Located at: 4365 PACIFICA WAY UNIT 2 OCEANSIDE, CA 92056 County of San Diego

This business is registered by the following: PAH, LLC 4365 PACIFICA WAY UNIT 2 OCEANSIDE, CA 92056 This business is conducted by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ CHUNGEN CHUEH This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 07, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/16, 07/23, 07/30, 08/06/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015285 Fictitious Business Name(s): RAMONA PAINTING OCEANSIDE HOMES Located at: 1050 HWY 78 UNIT A RAMONA, CA 92065 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: DAN A JAUREGUI PO BOX 2696 RAMONA, CA 92065 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL The first day of business was 09/09/2021. /s/ DAN A JAUREGUI This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 10, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/16, 07/23, 07/30, 08/06/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9012773

Fictitious Business Name(s): MARYAM’S TAILOR SHOP Located at: 9873 CARMEL MOUNTAIN RD SAN DIEGO, CA 92129 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: MARYAM HOUSE INC 9873 CARMEL MOUNTAIN RD SAN DIEGO, CA 92129 This business is conducted by A CA CORPORATION The first day of business was 06/03/2026. /s/ SEYEDHMARYAM HAERIHENDI, CEO This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JUNE 08, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/16, 07/23, 07/30, 08/06/2026 -ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 26-CU036872N TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: CHARISSA DANNIELLE OLSEN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: (a) Present Name: CHARISSA DANNIELLE OLSEN Proposed Name: CARISSA DANIELLE OLSEN 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: AUG. 21, 2026 Time: 08:30 AM Dept: 25 **NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE ABOVE DATE PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENT** b. The address of the court is: 325 SOUTH MELROSE DRIVE VISTA, CA 92081 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: THE PAPER Date: JULY 09, 2026 /s/ HON. BRAD A. WEINREB Judge of the Superior Court Published in: THE PAPER 07/16, 07/23, 07/30, 08/06/2026 -NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DIANNE LAVERNE AKRIE CASE NUMBER: 26PE001829C To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of DIANNE LAVERNE AKRIE. A Petition for Probate has been filed by SCOTT AKRIE AND DAWN AKRIE-EDWARDS in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego. The Petition for Probate requests that SCOTT AKRIE AND DAWN AKRIE-EDWARDS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions,

however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 08/05/2026, Time: 1:30PM Dept. 502 Address of Court: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 1100 UNION ST. SAN DIEGO, CA 92101 If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special

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Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: HOWARD E. KANE, ESQ. LAW OFFICE OF HOWARD E. KANE 4120 KUHNLE AVE, OAKLAND, CA 94605 (510) 292-0193 PUBLISHED IN THE PAPER 07/16, 07/23, 07/30/2026 --

Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ SHANE ALLEN-KOEPKE This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JUNE 17, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 8/13/2026 --

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9012917 Fictitious Business Name(s): THE CUP DROP Located at: 18236 AVENIDA VENUSTO UNIT B SAN DIEGO, CA 92128 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: DAISY JANNETTE RUIZ 18236 AVENIDA VENUSTO UNIT B SAN DIEGO, CA 92128 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ DAISY JANNETTE RUIZ This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JUNE 09, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 8/13/2026 --

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9014487 Fictitious Business Name(s): SAN DIEGO WINE & BEER CO. SAN DIEGO WINE AND BEER Located at: 7080 MIRAMAR RD STE 100, SAN DIEGO, CA 92121 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: SAN DIEGO WINE CO. INC. 7080 MIRAMAR RD STE 100, SAN DIEGO, CA 92121 This business is conducted by A CORPORATION Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 9/14/2016 /s/ JONETTE FRANCKE, CFO/SECRETARY This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 01, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 8/13/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015835 Fictitious Business Name(s): NIKZAD AUTO LOCKSMITH Located at: 3883 MESA DRIVE, APT 207 OCEANSIDE, CA 92056-5507 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: MOHAMMAD MOHSED NIKZAD 3883 MESA DRIVE, APT 207 OCEANSIDE, CA 92056 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ MOHAMMAD MOHSEN NIKZAD This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 20, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 8/13/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015522 Fictitious Business Name(s): FAN LOTS Located at: 330 RANCHEROS DR, SUITE 118, SAN MARCOS, CA 92069 County of San Diego MAILING: 531 AVENIDA AGUILA, SAN MARCOS, CA 92069 This business is registered by the following: RICHARD GIAMMARINARO III 531 AVENIDA AGUILA, SAN MARCOS, CA 92069 PHIL PELUSO 531 AVENIDA AGUILA, SAN MARCOS, CA 92069 This business is conducted by CO-PARTNERS Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ RICHARD GIAMMARINARO III This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 15, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 8/13/2026 --

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015546 Fictitious Business Name(s): THE HAIR LOFT Located at: 5617 PASEO DEL NORTE STE 200 CARLSBAD, CA 92008 County of San Diego MAILING ADDRESS: 3760 VISTA CAMPANA S UNIT 65, OCEANSIDE, CA 92057 This business is registered by the following: HIROKO / NORMAN 3760 VISTA CAMPANA S UNIT 65 OCEANSIDE, CA 92057 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ HIROKO / NORMAN This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 15, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 8/13/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015656 Fictitious Business Name(s): BRENDA’S LOVELY TREASURES Located at: 1074 GRAPE ST, SAN MARCOS, CA 92069 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: BRENDA LORRENE TOWNSEND 1074 GRAPE ST, SAN MARCOS, CA 92069 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ BRENDA L TOWNSEND This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 16, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 8/13/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9014890 Fictitious Business Name(s): ANGEL WINGS ON CALL Located at: 525 W EL NORTE PKWY, SPC 159, ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: AMELIA H CARLTON 525 W EL NORTE PKWY, SPC 159, ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ AMELIA H CARLTON This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 07, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 8/13/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015270 Fictitious Business Name(s): AQUAPURE WATER COMPANY Located at: 900 EAST VISTA WAY, VISTA, CA 92084 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: JEFF JAY JOHNSON 900 EAST VISTA WAY, VISTA, CA 92084 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 10/05/2005. /s/ JEFF JAY JOHNSON This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 10, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/23, 07/30, 08/06, 8/13/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9013563 Fictitious Business Name(s): GLOAMHAVEN SOAPWORKS Located at: 3544 STARBOARD CIR, OCEANSIDE, CA 92054 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: SHANE ALLEN-KOEPKE 3544 STARBOARD CIR, OCEANSIDE, CA 92054 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9014000 Fictitious Business Name(s): GASPAR PRO CLEANING Located at: 4113 54TH PLACE APT 307 SAN DIEGO, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: GASPAR MIGUEL ESPIRIDION 4113 54th PLACE APT 307 SAN DIEGO, CA 92105 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 6/01/2026 /s/ GASPAR MIGUEL ESPIRIDION This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JUNE 24, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/30, 08/06, 8/13, 8/20/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015850 Fictitious Business Name(s): EVERSUN BRANDS, INC. Located at: 1784 LA COSTA MEADOWS DRIVE, STE 101, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: EVERSUN BRANDS 1784 LA COSTA MEADOWS DRIVE, STE 101, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 This business is conducted by A CORPORATION Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 10/07/2025 /s/ FARAJE KHARSA, CEO This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 20, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/30, 08/06, 8/13, 8/20/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015962 Fictitious Business Name(s): SCD PLUMBING Located at: 415 E INDIAN ROCK ROAD #321 VISTA, CA 92084

County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: RUFINO PEREZ REYES 415 E INDIAN ROCK ROAD #321 VISTA, CA 92084 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ RUFINO PEREZ REYES This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 21, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/30, 08/06, 8/13, 8/20/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015926 Fictitious Business Name(s): HOWARD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT HOWARD WEST COAST REALTY Located at: 1751-223 W CITRACDO PKWY ESCONDIDO, CA 92029 County of San Diego Mailing Address: 970 W VALLEY PKWY #601, ESCONDIDO, CA 92025 This business is registered by the following: NANCY KATHRYN HOWARD 970 W VALLEY PKWY #601, ESCONDIDO, CA 92025 ROBERT FRANKLIN HOWARD 1751-223 W CITRACDO PKWY ESCONDIDO, CA 92029 This business is conducted by A MARRIED COUPLE Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 9/20/2013 /s/ NANCY KATHRYN HOWARD This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 21, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/30, 08/06, 8/13, 8/20/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015834 Fictitious Business Name(s): EASY RIDING ARENAS Located at: 1128 N BROADWAY #H, ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: MIGUEL G. GARCIA 1128 N BROADWAY #H, ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 7/20/2026 /s/ MIGUEL G. GARCIA This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 20, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/30, 08/06, 8/13, 8/20/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015941 Fictitious Business Name(s): SUSAN LANCI DESIGNS CANARI CYCLE WEAR SHEBEEST Located at: 1392 POINSETTIA AVE STE B, VISTA, CA 92081-8507 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: LEEMARC INDUSTRIES LLC 1392 POINSETTIA AVE STE B, VISTA, CA 92081-8507 This business is conducted by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 7/15/2026 /s/ SCOT ROBINSON, CEO This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 21, 2026. Published in THE PAPER 07/30, 08/06, 8/13, 8/20/2026 --

-FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015962 Fictitious Business Name(s): SCD PLUMBING Located at: 415 E INDIAN ROCK ROAD #321, VISTA, CA 92084 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: RUFINO PEREZ REYES 415 E INDIAN ROCK ROAD #321, VISTA, CA 92084 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ RUFINO PEREZ REYES This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 21, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015817 Fictitious Business Name(s): MARKOLE Located at: 2517 VALMONTE GLN, ESCONDIDO, CA 92029 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: AI BRAND DNA LLC 2517 VALMONTE GLN, ESCONDIDO, CA 92029 This business is conducted by A LIMITED LIABILTY COMPANY Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 08/01/2025. /s/ ROGER GREGORY, MANAGING PARTNER This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 20, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9016419 Fictitious Business Name(s): JUST RELENT Located at: 3153 VISTA RICA, CARLSBAD, CA 92009 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: JAKE PATRICK CURRY 3153 VISTA RICA, CARLSBAD, CA 92009 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 07/28/2026. /s/ JAKE PATRICK CURRY This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 28, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 --

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9016767 Fictitious Business Name(s): CHARA THERAPEUTIC SERVICES Located at: 1132 SAN MARINO DR., STE 204, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: CHARA MATSUO WARD 1132 SAN MARINO DR., STE 204, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 08/01/2016 /s/ CHARA MATSUO WARD This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 31, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 --

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9013952 Fictitious Business Name(s): HAMDI WHOLESALERS Located at: 1338 N MELROSE AVE STE M, VISTA, CA 92083 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: SHADI HAMDI 1338 N MELROSE AVE STE M, VISTA, CA 92083 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 06/23/2026. /s/ SHADI HAMDI This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JUNE 23, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9014941 Fictitious Business Name(s): RAIN THE SKIN METHOD Located at: 910 W SAN MARCOS BLVD, SUITE 210, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: CORI ANNE DASINGER 910 W SAN MARCOS BLVD, SUITE 210, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ CORI ANNE DASINGER This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 07, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 --

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9012199 Fictitious Business Name(s): THE HEALING SHADE Located at: 2213 S. EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 107, OCEANSIDE, CA 92054 County of San Diego Mailing: 1108 PHEASANT CT, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 This business is registered by the following: TAMARA REYZIN 1108 PHEASANT CT, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 06/01/2026 /s/ TAMARA REYZIN This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JUNE 01, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015850 Fictitious Business Name(s): EVERSUN BRANDS, INC. Located at: 1784 LA COSTA MEADOWS DRIVE, SUITE 101, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: EVERSUN BRANDS 1784 LA COSTA MEADOWS DRIVE, SUITE 101, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 This business is conducted by A CORPORATION Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 10/07/2025 /s/ FARAJE KHARSA, CEO This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 20, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 --

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9016340 Fictitious Business Name(s): COVENANT BUILDERS Located at: 209 NORTH DITMAR STREET, OCEANSIDE, CA 92054 County of San Diego Mailing: 979 WOODLAND PKWY, STE 101 #2026, SAN MARCOS, CA 92069 This business is registered by the following: MMDAG CONSULTING LLC 979 WOODLAND PKWY, STE 101 #2026, SAN MARCOS, CA 92069 This business is conducted by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ MIRJANA DJOKICH, MEMBER This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 27, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9016847 Fictitious Business Name(s): TRADE NARRATIVE VELLUM&VICE 21ST CENTURY ELECTRICS Located at: 270 N EL CAMINO REAL STE F201, ENCINITAS, CA 92024 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: PAUL HARRY BUSSELL 7040 AVENIDA ENCINAS #104, CARLSBAD, CA 92011 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant first began to transact business under the name(s) above as of: 08/03/2026 /s/ PAUL HARRY BUSSELL This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on AUG 03, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9016541 Fictitious Business Name(s): 9TH MAN SOCIAL CLUB ONE NATION Located at: 235 VISTA VILLAGE DR #1105, VISTA, CA 92083 County of San Diego This business is registered by the following: ROBERT ERWIN HOLLEY 235 VISTA VILLAGE DR #1105, VISTA, CA 92083 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ ROBERT ERWIN HOLLEY This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 29, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 -FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN# 2026-9015864 Fictitious Business Name(s): QUERIDA SKIN STUDIO Located at: 5617 PASEO DEL NORTE, #200 SUITE #6, CARLSBAD, CA 92008 County of San Diego Mailing: 1051 W. EL NORTE PARKWAY, APT 44, ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 This business is registered by the following: ANNETTE COVARRUBIAS 1051 W. EL NORTE PARKWAY, APT 44, ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. /s/ ANNETTE COVARRUBIAS This statement was filed with JORDAN Z. MARKS, San Diego County Clerk on JULY 20, 2026. Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 -NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Deborah Ann Lyon a/k/a Deb Lyon CASE NUMBER: 26PE001964C To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of Deborah Ann Lyon a/k/a Deb Lyon. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Denise Haunert-Marshall in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego. The Petition for Probate requests that Denise HaunertMarshall be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 08/25/2026, Time: 9:30AM Dept. 503 Address of Court: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 1100 UNION ST. SAN DIEGO, CA 92101 If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult

with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Denise Haunert-Marshall 416 38th Street, Newport Beach, CA 92663 858-735-8580 PUBLISHED IN THE PAPER 08/06, 8/13, 08/20/2026 -SUMMONS Notice to Defendant: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): SHANE GARST, AN INDIVIDUAL; THE SYDEKICKS REAL ESTATE LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY; AND DOES 1 THROUGH 25 INCLUSIVE You are being sued by Plaintiff: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): WHITE AND BRIGHT, LLP NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. Tiene 30 D{AS DE CALENDAR/0 despues de que le entreguen esta citaci6n y papeles legates para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una 1/amada telef6nica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estaren formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta.Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informaci6n en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de /eyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentaci6n, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exenci6n de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sue/do, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legates. Es recomendable que 1/ame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede 1/amar a un servicio de remisiOn a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legates gratuitos de un programa de servicios legates sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de /ucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services,(www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AV/SO: Por fey, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobrecualquier recuperaci6n de $10,000 6 mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesi6n de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la carte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. Case Number (Número del Caso): 25CU067905N The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA 325 SOUTH MELROSE DRIVE VISTA, CA 92081 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): MICHAEL A. FRIEDRICHS 177980 WHITE AND BRIGHT, LLP 970 CANTERBURY PLACE, ESCONDIDO, CA 92025 760-747-3200 DATE: (Fecha) 12/22/25 Clerk, by N. ARELLANO, Deputy (Secretario) (Adjunto) (SEAL) Published in THE PAPER, 08/06, 8/13, 08/20, 08/27/2026 --

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