August 14, 2025

August 14, 2025

Volume 55 - No. 33

True “Tails” of How Dogs Love!

By Friedrich Gomez This month of August is officially “National Dog Month,” and the goal of National Dog Month is to celebrate dogs and raise awareness about their needs and the joys they bring.

Before we present two emotional and extraordinary (true stories) of just how much dogs love us and enrich our lives, here is a special message to all our readers of The Paper.

“During National Dog Month, which occurs each year in August, every day for our dogs is a special day. It is the perfect time to make them feel adored by their owners, and you can do so in many ways.”

nate deeply within me.

At the end of this exclusive tribute to National Dog Month: “You can learn more about why we celebrate this amazing holiday and how you can participate.”

This most extraordinary true story is a testament of how the unlikely powers of a dog’s love can sometimes defeat the hand of death.

In researching this cover story, the emotional saga continues to reso-

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THE DOG WHO REFUSED TO LEAVE HIS DISABLED MISTRESS TRAPPED IN HER FIERY VAN.

LET’S BOARD OUR “TIME MACHINE” & JOURNEY BACK TO 1991.

It was Wednesday evening 11 December 1991 in Indianapolis, Indiana, where 41-year-olde Kathie Vaughn lived; a cool 39 degrees filled the air. Vaughn was excited when she reflected on her journey, driving along Interstate 65 near Franklin, en route to Atlanta.

There was much to be excited about.

Vaughn was an antique dealer and had just purchased her used van and was making a business trip to an an-

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SPECIALISED DRIVER’S EDUCATION:

Dog Month from page 1 tique show at Atlanta, Georgia.

Kathie Vaughn’s newly-acquired van was specially modified, since she was a paraplegic.

Yes, a paraplegic can legally drive.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination based on disability in public services, including driving.

Individuals like Vaughn with paraplegia can obtain a driver’s licence, but they may need to use adaptive equipment and undergo specialised training.

Requirements and Considerations embrace the following: MEDICAL EVALUATION, A medical professional assessed Kathie Vaughn’s individual ability to operate a vehicle safely, considering her physical capabilities and any necessary adaptive equipment, which for Kathie would include hand controls for acceleration and braking, and steering wheel modifications.

She proudly met and passed all requirements, according to the guidelines of The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

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Kathie Vaughn was not about to have her wings clipped; she went through all the required regimens according to the law so she could drive freely, and safely, even completing specialised Driver’s Education courses with instructors experienced in working and evaluating individuals with various physical disabilities.

In short, Vaughn passed all state laws with flying colours!

On this particular day, Kathie’s only companion was her 65-pound Rottweiler named Eve, who sat with her in the front seat. The dog always seemed to enjoy riding with her owner; in fact the Rottweiler was unusually close to her master and enjoyed any moment with Kathie, business trip or otherwise.

As she drove, the dog looked at passing vehicles but always kept a careful, cursory glance on her owner. Her dog, Eve, seemed to know that Kathie Vaughn was different from other human beings.

Call it instinct, call it whatever you want, but the dog seemed to just sense such things.

Kathie was not the normal, run-ofthe-mill dog owner, at least not to Eve’s canine senses. The canine’s extraordinary instincts indicated that her owner was more vulnerable than others.

As the van sped along Interstate 65,

or foreign words or phrases, just so the reader knows I’m really, really smart and know a lot of things.

Oh, I suppose the average reader will marvel at my capacious mind and ponderous thoughts . . . and the voluminous amount of words I churn out in a single day. Some might even call it prodigious.

Sometimes a morning will seem particularly auspicious and I begin my seeking the proper circumlocution.

This week, a compendium of wit, wisdom and neat stuff you can tell at parties. Enjoy!

Someone recently asked me if I played a musical instrument.

“Why, yes I do,” I replied. “I play the linoleum.” *** Every once in awhile I use really big words . . . or unusual words . . .

Kathie became more and more excited and couldn’t wait to complete the 432-mile journey with her best friend and loving companion, Eve. But this trip would prove different from all the rest.

Kathie Vaughn and her Rottweiler dog would only make it 33 miles from where they first started in Indianapolis.

The mysterious loud noise startled both dog and owner. It was a loud, single pop. The van continued on the expressway but Kathie’s grip on her steering wheel tightened and fear reflected in her eyes. To her right sat the Rottweiler – staring diligently into her master’s confused, blank face.

Instinctively, Eve seemed to sense her master’s fear. Dogs can often sense fear.

Despite the noise and the emerging smell of gasoline, the dog’s stare was fixed – unflinchingly – on her master.

Soon smoke began to emerge from the back cabin portion of the van and Vaughn slowly felt as if she were, somehow, falling into a dream state.

Vaughn began feeling light-headed, disoriented, as smoke was now pouring from the engine section.

Eve would not divert her protective stare from her master – her master who now began to slowly panic as she brought the van to a stop on the

eterious with my complete mastery of words and their meanings.

I also am quite humble but not to the point of being frugal or parsimonious.

I suppose some might say I am eccentric or even idiosyncratic but I maintain I remain a simple cowboy from the great state of Nebraska, without gasconading, just seeking a fortuitous opportunity now and then by which I hope to obtain a modest remunerative sinecure to plod through life.

Often, while out shopping I will dazzle the sales people attending me. For example, in a paint store the salesman might ask what color I have in mind for the living room interior. I will enable my ‘thinking’ look and then exclaim, “oh, I think something in a perpendicular shade would be nice.” His look of amazement at my response tells me he certainly is impressed by my being loquacious.

It is within this milieu that I perfect my daily struggle and, ultimately, prove myself to be a true sesquipedalian.

In spite of this extreme concentration on the location and use of big words I remain a perfect example of conviviality and congeniality. I strive, at all times, to never be del-

***

It is then, and only then, that I can return to a pleasant state of ennui.

More than that, je ne sais pas. ennui = a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement.

My weight is perfect. I just happen to be 11’ too short. ***

shoulder of the road.

Now full-panic started to set-in because the smoke was getting worse by the seconds, making breathing difficult.

Now the Rottweiler stood fully erect, standing on all fours, sensing her master’s unusual fear and confused state of mind. The vulnerability which the canine had long sensed in her master was spot on.

The 41-year-olde Kathie Vaughn, was in reality a paraplegic, paralysed from the waist down by multiple sclerosis.

The van was now on fire and Kathie was close to losing consciousness. She was weak and her shaking fingertips reached out as she, with great effort, slowly tried gathering parts of her dissembled wheelchair.

At first the dog watched, as if hoping her master knew how to crawl back into the wheelchair that the canine often saw her in. The wheelchair was her only hope now, but, Kathie was now too weak, too disoriented, too engulfed with smoke inhalation.

She was now even closer to succumbing to unconsciousness and Vaughn only remembers pushing her wheelchair out the van where it crashed, uselessly on the ground below.

The Rottweiler had seen enough.

Dog Month continued on page 3 My best friend in the whole world is my cousin, Doug Leverenz.

Doug grew up in a very small town, Bergen, Minnesota. Many a happy summer day was spent with me and Doug playing our hearts out in that small town. . . chasing minnows, catching fish, playing baseball, football, you name it.

Bergen, though small, has one of the best meat lockers in the nation. They make, for example, beef jerky that is second to none. I like beef jerky. Doug and I decided to buy some and have it shipped out.

Doug said he wanted four pounds. so I, too, ordered four pounds.

What I didn’t realize is that Doug was ordering a pound for himself and a pound for each of his kids.

So now I have waaaaaaaaaaay too much beef jerky for lil ol’ me (and Evelyn’s not crazy about beef jerky). It’s $16 a pound so it ain’t cheap, but it sure is good.

I made the mistake of feeding a couple morsels to each of my Chuckles continued on page 12

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Dog Month from page 2 She instinctively sprang into action.

With no such training, with her teeth the dog grabbed her owner by her clothing and began pulling her out of the burning vehicle!

The dog instinctively feared the fire but the Rottweiler fought any survival instincts which told her to panic and run away.

Desperate, the dog would do anything within its power to save her master’s life, even at the risk of ending her own canine existence.

Finally pulled free from the van, the paraplegic fell helplessly to the ground like a marionette whose overhead strings had just been suddenly cut.

Luckily, a nearby trucker had seen the disaster and radioed for help.

Indianapolis State trooper, Mike Snider, who had passed Kathie Vaughn’s van just moments before the fire broke out, quickly raced back to the scene.

State trooper, Snider, could not believe his own eyes.

“It was incredible!” he recalls.

“When I pulled up, the dog was actually pulling the lady through the grass to get her away from the fire! From looking at the situation, there was no other way she (Kathie Vaughn) could have gotten out.”

Remarkably, the Rottweiler had never had any special handicap training in caring for a paralysed paraplegic. How the dog knew how to behave in such a critical rescue-operation remains a daunting mystery.

While the fire and smoke was engulfing the van, Kathie keenly remembers one thing when she was still trapped in her van.

“I kept pushing Eve out of the van but she just kept coming back to me, purely by instinct. I wasn’t even calling her.”

The dog’s refusal to leave her master was a critical life-saving turning point in an otherwise deadly ordeal.

But the problem of now tending to Kathie Vaughn’s injuries at the scene remained a challenge for the assembled emergency crew.

The Rottweiler continued to protect her owner.

But this time from the police and first-responders.

The dog was hurt and seemed dazed and even though in a weakened state – she would not let anyone touch her master.

The expertly-trained emergency team saw a solution.

They let the dog drag her, as Kathie hung onto Eve’s collar, the few remaining feet to where the medical first-responders all stood, waiting.

The 65-pound Rottweiler continued to drag her 106-pound owner more than 20 feet away from the burning vehicle!

Vaughn remembers, “She (Eve) had to help me get to the police car, because she wouldn’t let the policemen get to me.”

Then continued to frantically drag her even further into a drainage ditch just before the van exploded into an inferno!

After it was over, Kathie was medically treated; the multiple sclerosis victim was badly bruised from her falling out of the van.

It seemed that the dog instinctively knew that Kathie had to be pulled away additional yardage into a ditch to physically hide and shield her from further harm – which in this case turned out to be a reality from the impending explosion!

It was then that a startling discovery was made.

When Eve was dragging Vaughn, fragments of the paraplegic’s clothing would rip away.

That’s when the dog, by pure instincts, lowered her head over her master, nudging Vaughn’s arms and hands.

Kathie Vaughn remembers, “She was signaling me to grab on to her collar, so I did.”

Vaughn held on tightly as the dog continued to drag her an additional 40 feet!

Her 65-pound brave guardian angel Rottweiler had suffered (severe burns) to all of her four paws. Sensitive and badly singed, the dog never yelped out in pain during her most courageous rescue of her master. Only after the fact, was the dog treated by veterinarians.

Through excruciating, tortuous pain of severe burns to all of her four paws and legs – the Rottweiler, somehow, some way, never relented, never yelped out in pain – but instead continued dragging her master to complete safety!

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Beta Sigma Phi’s Beginning Day August 23rd • 11am The Hidden Valley Vista City Council of Beta Sigma Phi International will be celebrating Beginning Day - “Sisters and Happiness Grow from Seeds of Kindness” on August 23rd, starting at 11:00 am at J&M Family Restaurant 1215 East Valley Parkway, Escondido.

Menu Choices: Club Sandwich with Fries, or Chicken Fettuccine and Roll, or Cobb Salad with Ranch Dressing and Roll. Includes water or Iced Tea and Cookie. Cost is $22.00.

All HVVC Chapter members of Beta Sigma Phi – active, inactive, on leave, transferees and their guests are invited to make a reservation by calling Suzie at 760-8893552 by August 15th.

Beta Sigma Phi is a social, cultural and philanthropic International Sorority, headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with chapters throughout the world. If you are interested in belonging to a special organization and make many new friends, call Sue at 858-484-8752. *** McClellan Senior Center August Events National Senior Citizens Day is on Thursday, August 21st, with a full day of music and celebration. Enjoy live music during lunch with John Lowery, an afternoon ice cream sundae bar with bluegrass music

by Wood, Wire & Bluegrass, and rock and roll favorites during dinner performed by Ancora. Seating is limited for lunch and dinner— RSVP at the Front Desk by August 14th.

Other August highlights include weekday congregate lunches at noon, Movie Monday on August 25th at 1:15 pm. featuring Spectre, and the OUT & ABOUT transportation program for weekly shopping trips. Shuttle service runs

Mondays and Wednesdays with pickup at your home starting at 9 a.m. and drop-off after shopping. www.vista.gov *** Senior Service Council of Escondido Needs Volunteers There is an urgent need for reception volunteers. Responsibilities include handling phone and email inquiries, appointment scheduling, and personally greeting and directing visitors. Please call, email and/ or complete an application at the SSCE website shown below. Shifts are 9-noon Monday & Friday, and 9-noon and noon-3 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. 760480-0611 info@sscescondido.org, https://escondido-senior-services. org/volunteer *** Senior Service Council Smart Phone & Computer Tutoring August 21st • 2 - 4 pm An iPhone for Seniors class will be hosted at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Dr., Encinitas 92024.

Join an interactive workshop designed for older adults to learn tips and tricks to use an iPhone. Time is reserved at the end for individual Q&A. Cost: Free. Space is limited; advanced registration is encouraged. To register, please go to the library or call 760-753-7376. *** Chess at Park Avenue Community Center Wednesdays & Fridays Home of Escondido Senior Center, 210 Park Avenue, Escondido, 760-839-4688.

Chess players of all skill levels are welcome every Wednesday AND NOW EVERY FRIDAY Oodles continued on page 12

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Local

Vista’s Protected Bike Lane Installation Continues in August The City of Vista’s contractor will begin protected bike lane installation on the following streets beginning on Tuesday, August 12th.

• North Melrose Avenue from Olive Avenue to North Drive • Olive Avenue from North Melrose Drive to North Emerald Drive • East Bobier Drive from East Vista Way to North Santa Fe Avenue The work is expected to be completed by the end of August 2025.

Please note that during and after installation, there is no parking permitted in the protected bike lanes, including those without berms and bollards. Drivers who park in the protected bike lanes are subject to citations from the City’s Code Enforcement office.

Protected bike lanes offer a safer,

more comfortable riding experience by creating a clear separation between cyclists and vehicle traffic. The use of green paint helps increase visibility and awareness for both drivers and riders, while berms and flexible bollards provide a physical barrier that prevents vehicles from drifting into the bike lane.

Arrest Made in Fatal Traffic Collision On Aug. 9th at approximately 5:20 am, the City of Carlsbad Police Department responded to the intersection of La Costa Avenue and Piraeus Street to investigate a traffic collision involving two vehicles.

Upon arrival, officers found that a Subaru crossover had collided with

afraid to go after what he sees as political hacks and the maker(s) of back room deals.

One candidate for Supervisor Desmond’s seat when he terms out if Vista Mayor John Franklin. He joined Desmond in calling for an investigation. He alleges ... “Supervisor Lawson-Remer has demonstrated a shocking disregard for the law during her tenure as Chair of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors and, if the allegations are true, she should resign.

Man About Town by lyle e davis Are you as fed up as I am at the political shenanigans going one within our county?

Recently, our county supervisor for District 5, Jim Desmond, showed how disgusted he is with the political by sending a letter to the Department of Justice demanding an investigation of The County Board of Supervisors to determine if there is, indeed, corruption, political retribution, and a “quid pro quo” that resulted in the possible wrongful termination of a key county employee.

These are serious charges and Supervisor Desmond shows he’s not

Franklin went on to say . . .”Credible allegations have arisen that Terra solicited a bribe. She asked the County Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to secure a promise of employment for a friend in exchange for her vote. According to recent reporting from La Prensa and The North County Pipeline, Lawson-Remer and the Board majority forced out Chief County Counsel Claudia Silva, issuing an ultimatum to “retire or be fired”— despite Silva having passed three performance reviews. Silva ultimately accepted a $535,000 payout and 18 months of health benefits— well beyond what her contract required.”

Meantime, Supervisor Desmond had this to say: “One thing is very clear: North County is being silenced by political retribution.

Along with serving on the Board of Supervisors, each of us also fulfills roles on various boards, com-

a Nissan pickup truck. The driver and sole occupant of the Nissan was transported from the scene and later pronounced deceased at a local hospital.

The driver of the Subaru, identified as 33-year-old Philip Webb of Oceanside, was arrested for DUI causing injury or death and vehicular manslaughter. Webb will be booked into the Vista Detention Facility.

The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. The cause of the collision remains under investigation, and alcohol is suspected to be a contributing factor.

The Carlsbad Police Department is seeking additional witnesses to the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Traffic Accident Investigator Officer Ricardo Huerta, Traffic Accident Investigator, 442-339-5621 or ricardo.huerta@carlsbadca.gov

missions, and committees. These positions—covering everything from behavioral health to economic development—are critical to shaping policies and decisions that affect the daily lives of San Diegans. Traditionally, these positions are split up evenly among the five Supervisors to ensure fair representation for every district.

Yet this week, I was removed from SANDAG, LAFCO, and the Water Authority—not because I’ve failed to represent our region, but because I have differing opinions from some on the board. I fight for lower costs, common-sense solutions, and more local control for our communities. That doesn’t sit well with those who want to push a one-size-fits-all agenda.

On top of this, I voted against the new selection of Chair, Vice Chair, and Chair Pro Tem because Districts 5 and 2—our large unincorporated areas—have been excluded from leadership roles. For 5 years, the people we represent have had no seat at the head of the table, even though we are the primary local government for thousands of families in the unincorporated areas.

Government works best when all voices are heard, but as we’ve seen across California, one-sided politics have led to high costs, poor infrastructure, and failed policies.

I will not back down. North County deserves better, and I’ll continue

To submit a letter to the editor, please email thepaper@cox.net. Please be respectful, limit your letter to a maximum of 300 words and include your full name, e-mail address, town, and a valid phone number where you can be reached. Letters will not be published anonymously. Letters are subject to editing. Please no hand written letters.

fighting to make sure our voices are heard—whether the political insiders want me there or not.”

We have here two political leaders who are willing to take on “the bad guys” in big government and fight for our rights as residents of North San Diego County.

Looks like some interesting political battles coming up. I recommend you follow the issues and the candidates closely and support those you think will best represent us.

I have consistently been a strong supporter of Jim Desmond and I’m becoming more and more impressed with John Franklin. We need fighters and both of these gentlemen are willing combatants in representing North County.

lyle e davis

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Dog Month from page 3 Assessing the dog’s injuries, the veterinarians were astounded at the dog’s unimaginable pain and perseverance that she suffered in saving her precious owner!

The total loss of the newly-purchased van, along with all of Kathie Vaughn’s valuable antiques, were now taken in stride. Vaughn realised that she had lost precious material possessions, but, far more importantly – her dog, Eve, had saved her life from a near-death episode.

Kathie Vaughn has no regrets at all in losing such precious antique possessions.

In fact, she is happy, full of life, and forever grateful to her best friend and loyal companion she calls Eve. THE AMERICAN HUMANE SOCIETY’S “WILLIAM O. STILLMAN AWARD FOR EXCEPTIONAL BRAVERY.” For her heroic act, Eve was offi-

cially awarded the very prestigious American Humane Society’s “William O. Stillman Award for Exceptional Bravery.”

The William O. Stillman Award is named after an early president of the American Humane Association and is bestowed only in cases of unusual valor and courage of and beyond the call of duty.

Kathie Vaughn, of course, was there for the official ceremony.

Like a proud mother looking at a courageous member of her family, Vaughn could only wipe away the tears that kept flooding her eyes.

After all, she was most proud of her Rottweiler who saved her life that day, on the shoulder of a road, refusing to take commands until her master was safe and sound.

“That’s the true nature of Rottweilers,” Vaughn said proudly, beaming with joy. “They’re very loyal and loving and will take care of their owner at all costs.”

That’s when words began to fail her and Vaughn choked back tears

as she struggled to continue her praise: “She just loves me. She helps me all the time.”

Kathie Vaughn stops again.

Chokes back more tears then manages to say: “She’s . . . she’s always there.”

As Vaughn breaks down in heavy sobs her arms circle her dog Eve’s neck as the Rottweiler wags its tail.

Vaughn’s final words are barely audible as she says with great emotion and sobs: “I . . . I. . . just can’t imagine . . . my life without her. She is . . . my everything!”

U.S. NAVY SEAL & HIS DOG “HAWKEYE.” Jon Tumilson was born in Osage, Iowa, but grew up in neighbouring Rockford, just 22.6-miles south of his birthplace.

He was no ordinary Iowa-born boy.

Even while still young in years, he already knew and mapped-out what he wanted to be in life.

That dream never changed.

Later, at age 15, he had already penned a school class paper outlining his life’s dream to spend his remaining adult years as a Navy SEAL. As an older student attending Rockford High School, young Tumilson amazed many Iowa citizens by excelling in a wide variety of athletic events: high school wrestling, running marathons, competing in triathlons, even martial arts wherein he accumulated a wide range of coloured belts.

In everything young Jon Tumilson did, he did with full conviction and for an expressed purpose in his young years: all of his athletic endeavours were actually in preparation for his Special Armed Forces career, which he never lost sight Dog Month continued on page 6

County Helps Map Your Way to Farmers’ Markets

By Tracy DeFore, County of San Diego Communications Office Finding a certified farmers’ market that works best for you is now easier than ever. The County launched a new interactive website Wednesday that allows you pinpoint locations, dates, times and much more.

In what is called a StoryMap, website visitors can also learn who runs each market, how to contact them, their website, social media channels, the number of vendors typically onsite and whether it will accept nutritional benefits like CalFresh or Women, Infant and Children (WIC).

Long-time visitors to farmers’ markets may discover another market that is close by to where they live or work or one with more convenient hours.

Others who are new to farmers’ markets can visit the site to learn more about these markets, what makes them certified, why it’s important, how they help local farmers and you by providing fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables.

The County’s Agriculture, Weights and Measures Department certifies more than 40 farmers’ markets throughout the region. Inspectors verify vendors sell only produce they grew on their farms and check

other requirements including food that is labeled organic.

Several markets accept CalFresh EBT cards giving residents increased access to fresh food. In some cases, programs like Market Match can greatly increase the value of EBT cards, allowing visitors to buy more of what they need.

For more information visit sandiegocounty.gov Below is a list of some North County Farmer’s Markets: Hidden Certified Farmers’ Market NW Corner Woodward Ave. & N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido Open Sundays Season 1 Hours: 9am to 1pm Season 1 Months: March to November Website: hiddenfarmersmarket. com Accepts SNAP/EBT: Yes Accepts Market Match: No Accepts WIC: Yes Escondido Certified Farmers’ Market 200 E. Grand Ave. at Juniper & Kalmia, Escondido - Open Tuesdays Season 1 Hours: 2:30pm to 6pm Season 1 Months: October to May Season 2 Hours: 2:30pm to 7pm

Season 2 Months: June to September Website: https://escondidoarts. org/farmers-market-2/ Accepts SNAP/EBT: No Accepts Market Match: No Accepts WIC: Yes Welk Resorts Certified Farmers’ Market 8860 Lawrence Welk Dr., Escondido - Open Mondays Season 1 Hours: 3pm to 7pm Season 1 Months: January to December Accepts SNAP/EBT: No Accepts Market Match: No Accepts WIC: No San Marcos Certified Farmers’ Market 250 North City Drive, between Campus Way & Redel Rd., San Marcos - Open Tuesdays Season 1 Hours: 3pm to 7pm Season 1 Months: January to December Website: https://www. sanmarcosfarmersmarket.org/ Accepts SNAP/EBT: Yes Accepts Market Match: No Accepts WIC: Yes Carlsbad State Street Certified Farmers’ Market 2900 State Street, between Carlsbad Village Dr. & Grand Ave., Carlsbad - Open

Wednesdays Season 1 Hours: 2:30pm to 7pm Season 1 Months: March to October Season 2 Hours: 2:30pm to 6pm Season 2 Months: November to February Accepts SNAP/EBT: No Accepts Market Match: No Accepts WIC: Yes Oceanside Certified Farmers’ Market 500 Pier View Way & Coast Hwy, Oceanside - Open Thursdays Season 1 Hours: 9am to 1pm Season 1 Months: January to December Website: https://www. mainstreetoceanside.com/farmersmarket Accepts SNAP/EBT: No Accepts Market Match: No Accepts WIC: Yes Vista Certified Farmers’ Market 355 S. Melrose Dr., South of Hacienda, Vista - Open Saturdays Season 1 Hours: 8am to 12pm Season 1 Months: January to December Website: www. vistafarmersmarket.com Accepts SNAP/EBT: Yes Accepts Market Match: No Accepts WIC: Yes

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5th District Supervisor • Jim Desmond Trying to Silence North County Yet this week, I was removed from SANDAG, LAFCO, and the Water Authority—not because I’ve failed to represent our region, but because I have differing opinions from some on the board.

I fight for lower costs, common-sense solutions, and more local control for our communities.

That doesn’t sit well with those who want to push a one-size-fits-all agenda.

On top of this, I voted against the new selection of Chair, Vice Chair, and Chair Pro Tem because Districts 5 and 2—our large unincorporated areas— have been excluded from leadership roles.

For 5 years, the people we represent have had no seat at the head of the table, even though we are the primary local government for thousands of families in the unincorporated areas.

Government works best when all voices are heard, but as we’ve seen across California, one-sided politics have led to high costs, poor infrastructure, and Our last Board of Supervisors meeting made one failed policies. thing clear: North County is being silenced by political retribution.

I will not back down. North County deserves better, and I’ll continue fighting to make sure our voices Along with serving on the Board of Supervisors, are heard—whether the political insiders want me each of us also fulfills roles on various boards, there or not. commissions, and committees. These positions— covering everything from behavioral health to eco- Thank you for standing with me in this fight. nomic development—are critical to shaping policies and decisions that affect the daily lives of San San Diego County District 5 Supervisor Jim DesDiegans. Traditionally, these positions are split up mond, 1600 Pacific Highway, #335, San Diego, CA evenly among the five Supervisors to ensure fair 92101, United States http://www.supervisorjimdesrepresentation for every district. mond.com/

Dog Month from page 5 of, ever since he was just a young sprout, an ordinary Iowa farm boy.

So in time, it was only natural that he finally accomplished his most cherished goal in life: he became a proud U.S. Navy SEAL, just as he had long-planned to be.

Tumilson also had a Labrador retriever named “Hawkeye.” His dog shared a special bond with the SEAL. Even during lengthy separations when Tumilson was on active duty, both Hawkeye and the Navy SEAL shared an inexplicable bond that seemed to transcend human reason and normal companionship.

Neither time nor space could diminish the love and loyalty between them.

On 6 August 2011, while en route to a combat mission in the Wardak province of Afghanistan, Special Warfare Operator Petty Officer First Class Jon Thomas Tumilson, age 35, died when his CH-47 Chinook helicopter was shot down by a rocket-propelled grenade fired by

a Taliban insurgent.

Along with Tumilson, 30 Americans and 8 Afghans were killed in the crash.

The Iowa SEAL’s body was returned to his native soil.

On 19 August 2011, over 1,000 mourners gathered to pay final respects to their native son.

As with everything he did in life, Tumilson had already earned military campaign medals, commendations, and high honours, including the Bronze Star with a “V” insignia for “Valour,” a Purple Heart for prior military injuries during battle, and a host of other commendations for valiant combat services in both Iraq and Afghanistan.

Among the crowd of mourners, sat his dog, Hawkeye.

As the hour-long services continued, something most unexpected happened.

Something out of the ordinary.

Something which shocked the entire assemblage, all of whom sud-

denly ceased in their weeping and mourning.

In attendance were Governor Terry Branstad and Senator Charles “Chuck” Grassley, President pro Tempore of the United States Senate, along with fellow SEALS, distinguished lawmakers, and highranking military personnel.

When, suddenly, the entire services and music ceremonies came to a screeching halt.

What transpired next, left over 1,000 people completely thunder struck and speechless!

It was Jon Tumilson’s cousin, Lisa Pembleton, who first saw the moment slowly unfold before everyone’s disbelieving eyes.

Jon T. Tumilson’s beloved dog, Hawkeye, unaccountably, rose up on all four paws, then slowly stepped forward and walked the long, long distance towards his fallen master’s coffin which was placed in front of everyone.

In cathedral silence, and without hesitation or guidance, the dog walked alone.

Slowly and with seeming determination.

For the canine, it was a long walk through and past the assemblage of notables, politicians, military SEALs, and over one thousand attendees that packed the huge arena.

Finally reaching the flag-draped casket, standing alone and resolute, Hawkeye instinctively laid down next to the Navy SEAL’s coffin, appearing to be guarding his slain master.

Even from a far distance within the building, the canine’s solemn instincts told him where his fallen master lay, dead, and motionless . . . inside a coffin far out of view from the back row from whence the dog had travelled.

All the towne folk knew of the legendary love and how neither distance nor time could diminish the love between Jon T. Tumilson and his beloved dog, Hawkeye, during the long months of separation which active military duty requires.

The emotional and galvanising scene was photographed by Pembleton, and the undying power of love it professed, launched a global following on the internet, as well as worldwide media coverage from the four corners of our planet.

The photo and backstory even inspired a special episode of the hit CBS TV series “NCIS.” According to the show’s producer, Scott Williams, “It all started with that photograph.”

The lone photograph of the dog lying next to his master’s coffin was more powerful and more emotional than a trillion words could ever hope to convey.

The CBS TV episode, called “Seek,” which was inspired by that moment between a dog and his master became the evening’s toprated show!

The true story went viral, multiple times around the globe and in so doing, young Iowa born Jon T. Tumilson and his dog Hawkeye were immortalised in that one, singular moment . . . where both Jon T. Tumilson and his dog Hawkeye were together, forevermore – in that one photograph, for all time.

Hawkeye, the Labrador retriever, who refused to leave his master – even unto death.

Dog Month continued on page 13

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Problem Solved

by Christopher Elliott

Will Subaru take responsibility for this “fatally flawed” Forester?

Despite repeated repairs, Anita Smith’s 2020 Subaru Forester won’t start and is “fatally flawed.” Why won’t Subaru help her get it fixed?

You did an excellent job with keeping repair records. You also tried to resolve this yourself and escalated the matter to one of the executive contacts at Subaru that I publish on my consumer advocacy site, Elliott.org.

Q: I’ve been a loyal Subaru customer for 22 years. But I’ve experienced repeated issues with my 2020 Forester. Starting in early 2024, the vehicle had frequent incidents of a drained battery and needed to be towed to the dealer. By the end of the year, it had been towed five times. The car had spent more time at the dealer than with me.

Subaru replaced two parts, but the problem persisted. A few weeks ago, I parked the car and went on a cruise. When I returned, the car wouldn’t start. I got a jump start, and I drove it directly to the dealer, where it remained. I wrote another letter to Subaru, but the company said there was nothing more it could do.

I believe the car is fatally flawed.

It has been a great inconvenience and has cost me money in lost income. I’m extremely disappointed that Subaru will not take responsibility for their vehicle or assist me with a replacement on suitable terms. Can you help me? ~ Anita Smith, Cutler Bay, Fla.

After the fourth repair, Subaru tried to help by offering you a cash settlement of $3,000, but that would have still left you with a worthless vehicle. I contacted the company on your behalf. Subaru responded with a better offer. It gave you a choice between a repurchase and buying a new Forester or a repurchase with a replacement with a similar model. As a third option, it offered you $7,500 as long as you signed a nondisclosure and agreed to keep the vehicle.

Illustration by Dustin Elliott A: Subaru should have taken responsibility for an obviously defective product, especially after you’ve been so loyal for so long.

It looks like you bought an extended warranty that expired last September. What’s the manufacturer’s obligation to you outside that warranty? That can be sub-

jective. A manufacturer has an implied warranty -- which is not in any contract -- that its vehicle will continue to operate normally even outside the implied warranty that last past the original warranty term. I think Subaru had an obligation to help you, especially considering your loyalty to the company.

You are still trying to decide between options 1 and 2. I think those are better choices than driving a defective car.

Christopher Elliott is the founder of Elliott Advocacy (https://elliottadvocacy.org), a nonprofit organization that helps consumers solve their problems. Email him at chris@elliott.org or get help by contacting him at https://elliottadvocacy.org/help/ © 2025 Christopher Elliott.

Vista Mayor • John Franklin How We Solve Homelessness enough to make better decisions, but haven’t done so yet.

I am so proud to announce a partnership between The San Diego Rescue Mission, The Lucky Duck Foundation and the City of Vista that will save lives and save taxpayers millions of dollars.

California has spent billions of taxpayer dollars on homelessness with little to show. In fact, the problem has only gotten worse. I’m working to change that. My efforts start with accountability. Accountability for policy makers, and accountability for criminal behaviors that cause homelessness, like selling narcotics, and yes, accountability for those who are mentally well

Under my leadership, The City of Vista has not only offered shelter to those in need, but we have also aggressively enforced our laws.

We found that when we arrested narcotic drug dealers selling to encampments, encampments disappeared on their own. When those addicted to narcotics can’t obtain narcotics, unsurprisingly, they leave to find them in other jurisdictions.

Throughout my term as Mayor, Vista has arrested more drugdealers peddling phytanyl, methamphetamine and heroin to the unsheltered than ever before. I also led the Council to renew and strengthen our camping ban. When shelter is refused, we are meeting that refusal with enforcement and arrest.

Our actions have turned the number of people refusing services around, and now the unsheltered population in Vista, which we re-

duced by 15% last year alone, is saying, “Yes,” to shelter, because we’ve created and are enforcing consequences for refusal.

I truly believe that no mentally healthy person makes a “choice” to die on our streets. A moral society doesn’t accept that someone has a “right” to die on our streets.

Unsheltered people are up to 40 times more likely to die than their sheltered counterparts. Last year, 495 unsheltered people died on the streets of San Diego County.

That’s more than 8% of all unsheltered people counted in the Point in Time Count last year.

Enough is enough. Our city streets shouldn’t be skid row, and they shouldn’t be death row. It’s time for leaders who demand an end to this circumstance by forcefully advocating for involuntary treatment solutions.

That’s why our partnership with the San Diego Rescue Mission is so important. The Rescue Mission is primarily funded by pri-

vate philanthropists, including the The Lucky Duck Foundation. The Rescue Mission is donating the operating costs for Vista’s navigation center, which will save Vista taxpayers millions each year. In exchange, they ask to bring their approach, focused on transforming lives through love and accountability to the work they do.

These are values I strongly share.

We call the center a “Navigation Center,” instead of a “shelter,” because it isn’t a place to take a break from living on the streets, it’s a place to navigate to permanent housing and an end to homelessness through transformational rehabilitation.

California spent more than $24 billion on homelessness in just the last five years, yet a state audit shows the state has little idea whether this money made the problem better or worse, because the state failed to John Franklin continued on page 12

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What Not To Eat When On Vacation Take Michael Conforti, a podcaster and self-proclaimed “nervous traveling eater.” On a trip from Atlanta to Albuquerque, he picked up a prepackaged airport sandwich.

Halfway to his destination, he started to feel queasy.

by Christopher Elliott Meg Wubbenhorst didn’t think twice before ordering a space cake at a coffee shop in Amsterdam recently. But maybe she should have.

As she was about to discover, it was something she should never have eaten on vacation.

“By the time I hit New Mexico, I was destroyed,” he recalls.

“I saw Anthony Bourdain eat one years ago and thought it’d be fun to try it,” she says. “But I’m not Anthony Bourdain.”

No, she isn’t. Wubbenhorst is an executive coach based in London.

And in case you don’t know, a space cake is a famous cannabisinfused dessert.

“Instead of enjoying a local experience, I spent an uncomfortable six hours in my Airbnb in a heightened state, waiting for my brain to stop twitching,” she recalls.

Blame it on TV programs like the one that shows adventurous hosts chowing down on deep-fried spiders in Bangkok’s Khao San Road, but travelers are taking more risks when it comes to food.

“When you travel to a place that’s new to you, there are a lot of germs your body isn’t used to,” says Jeff Weinstein, medical operations

Illustration by Dustin Elliott manager at Global Rescue. “Something like a traveler’s diarrhea or a bad case of food poisoning can quickly turn a dream vacation into a nightmare.”

are willing to try almost anything these days.

So, what should you eat -- and avoid -- when you’re far from home?

And what should you do if you eat something you shouldn’t have?

Chahanler Marks ordered a deepfried cricket from a Bangkok street vendor. “I’d heard they were a must-try,” says Marks, an IT specialist from Chattanooga, Tenn.

“But I didn’t realize they’d been sitting out in the heat for hours.”

Within a day, Marks was battling intense stomach pain that ruined the rest of his trip.

You Won’t Believe What Travelers are Eating It’s true, travelers are getting more adventurous when it comes to food.

From mopane worms in Zimbabwe to yak butter tea in Tibet, people

But not all culinary experiments end well.

You don’t have to go far to get sick.

It even happened to me on a recent trip to Cape Town. My son ordered a falafel salad from a Lebanese restaurant. Hours later, he was lying in the emergency room at Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital.

It turns out he was allergic to eggplant -- what a terrible way to find out, right?

What You Shouldn’t Eat When You Travel Experts agree: Some foods are riskier than others when you’re traveling. Here’s what to avoid: 1. Raw or undercooked meat and seafood Sushi, raw oysters, and rare steaks can be dangerous, especially in hot climates or inland areas where seafood may not be fresh. “I don’t risk eating raw fish or shellfish while Eat continued on page 9

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Escondido Coin & Loan ~ A Cornerstone of Downtown Escondido Stroll down Grand Avenue in Escondido and you’ll notice that downtown is humming. There’s a renewed energy in the air. And there are many reasons for this.

Beautification projects, events, and even the new roundabout.

Among this, is a constant presence at the heart of it all, Escondido Coin & Loan.

Step inside and you are greeted with something that’s rare in modern commerce, genuine conversation. Whether you’re a serious collector searching for a hardto-find silver dollar, a curious newcomer or someone looking to purchase gold or silver bullion, you’ll find the staff ready to share their knowledge with a smile.

cals remember coming in with a parent or grandparent as children, and now bring their own kids.

Escondido Coin & Loan has been in business since 1959 and is the oldest continually operating coin shop between San Diego and Riverside.

Escondido Coin & Loan knows their craft and treat people well.

It’s this personal approach that has kept customers coming back for years, even decades. Many lo-

Escondido Coin & Loan is also licensed by the state of California and by the city of Escondido to make loans on items of value.

They offer discreet, respectful service. In a world of faceless transactions, Escondido Coin & Loan has built its reputation on fairness

Eat from page 8 traveling,” says John Gobbels, chief operating officer of Medjet.

“The chance of getting sick just isn’t worth it.”

2. Buffets Buffets can be breeding grounds for bacteria. The worst I’ve seen are some of the famous Warungs in Indonesia, where the food sits at room temperature for hours. “Food sitting out at lukewarm temperatures is a red flag,” says Stephanie Smith, a food safety specialist at Washington State University.

Don’t panic. Weinstein, the medical expert from Global Rescue, recommends drinking lots of water. Dehydration is the biggest risk with food-borne illnesses. He recommends bottled or filtered water -- not tap water.

If your symptoms persist for more than 48 hours or include severe dehydration, high fever, or blood in your stool, seek medical attention.

“Don’t wait until it’s an emergency,” warns Medjet’s Gobbels.

Sound advice for your next meal.

3. Dairy in hot climates Unpasteurized milk, soft cheeses, and yogurt can spoil quickly in warm weather. “Be cautious of soft cheeses or dairy-based sauces in places without refrigeration,” warns Bob Bacheler, managing director of Flying Angels, a medical transportation service.

Maybe you’re wondering how a travel columnist survives living on the road. The answer: Very carefully.

4. Pre-cut fruit and salads These items are often washed in local water, which can be contaminated. “Stick to fruits you can peel yourself,” says Jennie Norton, a registered dietitian nutritionist and vegan consultant. Who knew?

A few years ago, I stopped eating all animal products and adopted a plant-based diet. I’m certain that this decision, more than any other, has saved me from getting sick on the road. Being vegan is not for everyone, but if you’re traveling somewhere that has different hygiene standards for food preparation, you might consider becoming a vegan for the duration of your trip.

5. Street food Chris Bajda learned that lesson when he ordered Som Tum Talay, a spicy seafood papaya salad, from a street vendor in Thailand. “Unfortunately, it wasn’t properly refrigerated,” says Bajda, who runs an e-commerce company in Monroe, Conn. “I ended up with a stomach bug that had me out of commission for a full day.” The takeaway: Avoid improperly handled street food. Better yet, avoid street food altogether.

What if it’s too late?

I admit, all of this great advice is often too late. How can you say “no” to the allure of space cake?

Or resist the smells of spicy street food?

So let’s assume you’ve eaten something you shouldn’t have.

Street food is completely off-limits for me. I know too many people who have ended up in the hospital after getting adventurous.

I’m not sure if I would have just said no to the space cake, though.

I remember eating brownies on a trip to Brattleboro, Vt., a few years ago -- and they were far out, man!

All kidding aside, be careful what you eat.

Christopher Elliott is an author, consumer advocate, and journalist. He founded Elliott Advocacy, a nonprofit organization that helps solve consumer problems. He publishes Elliott Confidential, a travel newsletter, and the Elliott Report, a news site about customer service. If you need help with a consumer problem, you can email him at chris@elliott.org.

While collectors may be drawn to Escondido Coin & Loan for its inventory of rare and historic coins, the shop’s offerings go well beyond numismatics. Jewelry, collectibles, and precious metals.

and trust, two qualities that can’t be bought or faked.

So if it’s been a while since you’ve visited downtown, consider this your invitation. Stop by for a coffee, browse the shops, enjoy a meal, and definitely make a visit to Escondido Coin & Loan.

And when you do, you’ll be supporting not just a single business, but the entire community that’s rising around it. Because in Escondido, success isn’t measured just in sales or foot traffic, it’s measured in the strength of the bonds between neighbors.

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The Pastor Says . . .

What About Death?

We ask this question today because at some point in life, everyone will face death. Even Jesus had to reckon with death, his own and the lives of the people in his day. Bereaved people on the road sought him out for comfort. One of his closest friends, Lazarus, died, and he is sought out to deal with the grief of Lazarus’s sisters. The shortest verse in the Bible brings Jesus into the tragedy of death with Jesus’ sorrow, “Jesus wept”.

A follower of Jesus, Paul, deals with the subject in 1 Corinthians 15: 26 “The last enemy to be abolished is death.” It is as natural for people to die as it is to be born. In fact, this is a significant concern today.

Pastor Huls

More people in many nations are dying than being born. Many efforts are being made to keep people alive well beyond the average age of death, which in the U.S. is 78.7 and in the world is 72.81. The reason for keeping them alive is, for the most part, economical, given the surge in retirement homes, hospitalizations, vacation spending, and the need to provide care for both older people and the youth. There is another side to living longer, particularly in the context of pension fund exhaustion and extended Social Security payments, which were initially designed to cover retirees until age 65. We can see that with the aging population well into the nineties, there will have to be radical adjustments to the budgets. Yes, births are beautiful, but sometimes death is contemplative about how long we should live or keep people alive. Will society, or even a controlled society, determine how many people should live, just as some societies, such as China’s policy some years ago, maintained strict rules of family size? Many today in the more affluent nations determine the size of families with birth control, abortion, and sexual abstinence.

The issue of death is often brought into focus when there is sickness or impairment. Such has been my experience both as a pastor and victim. Is it up to the family, clergy members, medical profession, or even God? Who or what is to determine the time of death? The Bible says, “It is appointed unto man once to die and then the judgment.” Or is there an angel of death such as was experienced by the Egyptians during the time of Moses, who killed all the firstborn? This mechanic is somewhat defined as the Grim Reaper. Is this really God’s way of taking our lives when “our” time comes?

After death, then what? There are many suggestions and beliefs. There are believers in many religions who swear that they have the truth. We also have, of course, the atheist who says it all stops when we breathe

Pastor Says continued on page 12

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.

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Pet of the Week

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Mr. Matcha

Doodle Bear is pet of the week at Rancho Coastal Humane Society. She’s a 1-year-old, 6-1/2pound, female, Domestic Short Hair cat with a Brown and White Tabby coat.

She was transferred to Rancho Coastal Humane Society through Friends of County Animal Shelters (FOCAS). She loves it when people pet her.

Her $100 adoption fee includes medical exam, spay, vaccinations, and microchip.

Adopt by August 31st and her fee will be waived.

Visit Rancho Coastal Humane Society in Encinitas or log on to www.SDpets.org.

Open 11 to 4 every day but Tuesday. Open until 6:00 pm Thursdays.

Adopt any adult cat or dog 6 months or older at RCHS during August and the fee will be waived.

Meet Mr. Matcha! This sweet pup was initially a bit shy, but he has quickly warmed up to gentle attention, especially if tasty treats are involved. Mr. Matcha enjoys playtime and is becoming more confident each day. He thrives in an environment where he can be the center of attention and bond with his people. If you’re looking for a blend of energizing and mellow (like your favorite cup of matcha), then Mr. Matcha is the one for you! If he sounds like your cup of tea, grab a leash and collar and come adopt him today! Mr. Matcha (941442) is available for adoption at San Diego Humane Society’s Escondido Campus at 3500 Burnet Drive. If you have questions about the adoption process, you can visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

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Bob Dylan’s “Times they are achangin” was released in 1964. Today Dylan is 84 years old and still on the green side of the ground.

We think Dylan was a few years early with this song. Oh sure the 60s were an interesting time, but our species has never seen a transitional period like the one we are living in today. Every aspect of mankind’s existence on this planet seems to be approaching some sort of crescendo. It took nearly 300,000 years for Earth’s population to reach one billion in 1800.

By 1900 it had risen to 1.6 billion.

Today it is 8.3 billion!!! Since we climbed out of the trees we’ve been working on ways to overcome our puny physicality. Stone axes, levers, wheels, ships, trains, planes and automobiles each new development answered environ-

But until this century, our internal cognitive abilities (Intelligence) went unchallenged. For three hundred thousand years the human brain reigned supreme as the dominant source of intelligence on planet Earth. Then, in 2001 we invented the IW (intelligent web). Its “smarts” were scarcely noticed in its humble beginnings. In theory it combined high speed access to the entire knowledge base of mankind with an AI (artificial intelligence) to make sense of it. It was designed to imitate the memory and reasoning functions of the human brain.

The IW merged AI with high speed linkage to the entire knowledge base on Internet servers around the globe. AI is an eighty year old technology credited to Alan Turing and his band of super-smart misfits who developed AI to successfully crack the Nazi’s “Enigma” code at Blechly Park during WWII. Since its beginning in 2001, the IW has continued to grow exponentially in content and intellectual capabilities. While regulation of the IW is fairly limited in the free World, Communist regimes in Russia and China have various means to limit and survail the Internet access of their citizens. Other dictatorships and theocracies across the globe also attempt to limit access to the Internet with varying degrees of success. In the free world and particularly USA there is a growing awareness that the IW is having an unprecedented impact on us and

our culture.

Most Americans under thirty (AKA DNs) spent their formative years influenced by the ever growing IW. Americans over forty five (AKA DIs) grew to adulthood completely outside the influence of the IW and formed their internal memory and intellectual resources in tradition ways. Test results for American DNs show erosion of cognitive skills resulting from the presence of IW based AI and its ability to find answers without mental effort.

DNs use and trust the IW as a substitute for their internal cognition.

DI’s also accept IW answers without question but their internal cognitive resources are already well formed and not affected.

The under thirty year old DNs are the very first Americans to be shaped in part by the IW. At pres-

ent DNs represent only a small percentage of adults. It is far too early to determine what permanent effect their continuous exposure to the IW will have. The IW is only 25 years old and quite early in its development. It will continue to grow and improve for many years.

Its effect on the later generations will be different than its influence on the early users of today. As for we older DIs, the IW is a mind blowing treasure chest containing the entire history and wisdom of mankind. For the first time in human history, everything we ever wanted to know about just about everything at our beck and call.

Few people have any real concept of how incredible is this marriage of AI and broad-band Internet. For the next several weeks we are going to explore the IW and its resources.

It’s going to blow your mind.

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Five Super Important Things to Think About This Clear the Shelters Month Here are five things to think about before getting a pet.

“I want to surprise my wife by adopting a puppy. But what if she doesn’t want a puppy? Or what if she hates the dog I adopt? Can you pick one for me?”

This sounds a little far-fetched, but I heard this conversation a couple weeks ago.

August is NBCUniversal Local’s annual Clear The Shelters pet adoption and donation campaign.

Our goal is for people who are considering pet adoption to get off their duffs and visit an animal shelter or rescue.

#4: Consider your limitations.

Are you in an apartment, condo, or Homeowners Association that has pet restrictions? Is someone in your home allergic to certain animals? Would an active kitten or puppy be a tripping hazard for an older family member?

#1: You’re not looking for “a” pet. You’re looking for “your” pet. Don’t worry so much about breed or color or gender. Find the pet that matches your lifestyle, personality, and energy level. If you’re a runner or hiker, a small dog with scrunched nose probably is not best for you. And, really, who cares if your pet’s fur matches the furniture? #2: Your new pet will be a family pet. Your family might be just you, or it might be Mom and Dad with some kids. Decide, before you go looking, what your family wants.

Choosing a pet should be the fun part. Not an argument because two of you want a kitten and the other two want a big, adult dog. #3: Age matters. It’s easy to say

“I want a puppy / kitten” when you’re not responsible for training, feeding, veterinarian appointments, poo patrol, etc.

Getting a pet is a family decision.

Everybody gets a vote, but the family member who will be the primary care provider and trainer gets two votes.

#5: If you find a pet at zero or reduced adoption fee, can you afford what comes after? You’ll need supplies to get started.

There will be Pet insurance or an emergency fund. Your pet will need annual medical exams and vaccinations.

Your pet will be part of our life.

You will be its whole life.

Think about the options and responsibilities before you take one home.

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Chuckles from page 2

Oodles from page 3

John Franklin from page 7

Pastor Says from page 10

pups. Now, whenever I pull a bag of beef jerky out they sit and look at me with those eyes that no one can resist. That’s mighty expensive dog food so they ain’t gettin’ much more.

in the shuffleboard building from Noon – 3 p.m. Friendly games with large boards and pieces provided. No fees or reservations.

Follow the signs or ask at the front desk for directions.

I may have to throw a party at our place. Entree is beef jerky and byob (Bring your own bottle).

***

track outcomes. In Vista, we are not only tracking outcomes to hold service providers accountable, but also to hold policy makers, including me, accountable. Programs that do not deliver real results have already been terminated.

our last breath. “From dust you have come and to dust you shall return.” Then we have the agnostics who say, “Who really knows?

We will just have to wait and see, leaving it all up to the unknown. There seems to be a need for something—whether a soul, spirit, or another form —that represents us, to go somewhere for an accounting with our creator. I list only a few out of the many who have equal conviction that they are right and all others are wrong. The Jew who, for the most part, gives us a Biblical model that God will resurrect those who live righteous lives, including righteous Gentiles, to be with Him for eternity. Then we look at the Christian who is an inheritor of much Jewish thought, to be received into God’s Kingdom for all eternity on the belief in the atoning work of Jesus Christ, and those who don’t accept will forever be punished in hell. The muslim believes that his sacrifice in the name of Allah will have a reward of plenty in God’s heaven. Other religions have their rewards from God at the time of death for good behavior, positive thought, material denial, and professing a belief in some kind of life beyond our human existence. After death is even brought into focus in how we dispose of the body. Many believe that earthly burial is the only way.

I frequently get involved in these discussions, particularly with conflicts in families. Others believe that the cost of cremations being much less than casket burial is the only way to go. More recently, there has been a movement with a limited number of cemeteries to allow direct body burials. There is also direct incineration of the body, such as in the Hindu tradition and even early Native American culture.

Love that beef jerky but I can only guess when I will finish consuming it all.

Four pounds! That’s a lot of jerky!

PS: Doug just sent me another two pounds of jerky. Delicious.

Sadly, I had thrown some of the earlier jerky out because it had white residue on it, which I thought, and which Doug also thought, was mold. It wasn’t. It was salt. As the meat cures further it exudes any salt from within the jerky. We threw away, probably, a pound or pound a half of perfectly good jerky. At $16 a lb!

We live and learn. The hard way. *** I came home from the golf course today. The wife had left a note on the refrigerator: “IT’S NOT WORKING, I can’t take it anymore! Gone to stay with my mother.”

I opened the fridge, the light came on, and the beer was cold... What the hell is she talking about? *** 4 out of 3 people struggle with math. *** Being an adult is the dumbest thing I’ve ever done. *** Please neuter your pets . . . and weird friends and relatives. *** It’s true. Exercise helps in decision making.

I went for a run this morning and decided to never do that again. *** A girl who weighed many an oz.

Used language I dare not pronoz.

When a fellow unkind Pulled her chair out behind To see (so he said) if she’d boz. ***

Music Men Always Looking For Guys Who Love To Sing Are you a guy, high school age or older, who loves to sing? Have you always wanted to be in a performing group, but thought you weren’t talented enough or didn’t have the musical background? The Music Men Chorus may be able to help...

The Music Men Chorus is an a cappella (no accompaniment) chorus that performs 4-part, close-harmony songs arranged Barbershop-style, with ringing chords. We are affiliated with the non-profit Barbershop Harmony Society. The chorus performs at public and private events in North San Diego County.

We have open rehearsals on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm at San Marcos Lutheran Church, 3419 Grand Avenue. Male singers interested in learning more about barbershopstyle singing are always welcome to attend. There are no formal auditions, just a voice check to see which voice part (Tenor, Lead, Bass, or Baritone) best suits you.

We encourage visitors to sing with us. Prior musical experience is helpful but not a necessity. We will seat you between 2 veteran singers to help you along. And we can provide you audio learning tracks to help you learn the music.

Currently, we are offering an opportunity for interested male singers to perform with us at Holiday concerts in December if they: A) attend weekly rehearsals on a fairly regular basis from now through December; and B) become proficient at singing our Christmas repertoire (memorize a short list of songs and be able to sing the others with music). This is a great chance to try a cappella singing in the Barbershop style with a dedicated, fun group of guys!

To hear a sample of our singing, go to our website, musicmenchorus. org, and click on the photo on the homepage, which will take you to a video of the Music Men singing at a competition earlier this year.

For more information about the Music Men, contact Bill at (760) 5856315 or wolszanicky@yahoo.com.

At 8% per year, over 5 years, 40% of those living unsheltered will die on our streets. This moral outrage cannot continue. Those living on the streets who are mentally sound must be given two options: Option 1. Shelter, recovery and permanent housing.

Option 2. Face jail for crimes including drugs, larceny, loitering, illegal camping etc.

Those who are not mentally sound must be evaluated under California’s LPS Conservatorship law which states a person can be held involuntarily if they are “Gravely Disabled,” defined as a condition in which a person, as a result of a mental health disorder or a severe substance use disorder is unable to provide for their basic personal needs for food, clothing, shelter, personal safety, or necessary medical care.

Many dying on our streets meet this definition of “Gravely Disabled.” Yet, our leaders are not providing the necessary facilities to treat them. Instead, they spend tens of billions on programs that do not solve the problem and send these gravely ill people back to the streets to die.

Let me be clear–this isn’t about turning every unsheltered homeless person into a criminal. It is about making it impossible to refuse shelter, food, proper mental and physical health treatment. It’s about refusing to watch 495 of our fellow human beings die on the streets of San Diego County each year.

And yes, we need more navigation beds, psychiatric beds, and jail beds. There have to be places for unsheltered people to go, but with the $40,000/year per-person the State of California’s been spending, we could have already housed them if we wanted to. This is about prioritizing those resources and enforcing the law to ensure they’re utilized.

Vista Mayor John Franklin, www. johnfranklin.org

Death is no stranger to the human race. I suspect that early man saw it as an enemy. They face it in their own unique way. Jewish culture has a forty-day mourning or grieving period, and one year after the death of a parent. Modern man seems to avoid such a process and leaves it up to Hospice organizations to provide not only the death process but also the bereavement stages. I doubt, though, that we are any more able to both accept and find death a friend. It is an enemy, and only God can give us hope for receiving it with His answer of trust and the life He offers.

Pastor Huls

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Dog Month from page 6 SUMMATION: HOW TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL DOG MONTH. Celebrating National Dog Month is a very easy yet rewarding thing to do. We advise every pet parent with a dog to enjoy the entire month of August filled with love and respect for their dogs.

Below, you can find some of the most fulfilling ways to celebrate National Dog Month with your furry sidekick.

ANNUAL CHECK-UP AT THE VET. This is a great time to provide your dog with the health care it deserves, so take them to the vet for a checkup. These are especially helpful for dealing with any illnesses or diseases because they let vets discover them in time and provide the best possible treatment.

DONATE TO YOUR LOCAL SHELTER OR VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME. Donate to your local shelter or volunteer your time. Local shelters are usually at full capacity and struggling with the lack of either funds or supplies. You could donate your old blankets or dog food, which can significantly help your local shelter.

GIVE YOUR PUP ONLY THE BEST DURING THIS MONTH. Give your pup only the best during this month. This is the best time to spoil your pup. Offer only the best treats that you know they adore and treat them to some new toys. Take them to their favourite locations for playtime and organise play dates with their favourite doggy friends.

FINAL THOUGHTS. Once you’ve read about this fantastic holiday, it is time to go on and celebrate it with your pet!

Your dog will definitely enjoy August more than ever because it will be a new opportunity to bond with you and enjoy new activities.

THE PAPER The Paper runs ads every week featuring pets of every kind such as: “Pet Parade” (Rancho Coastal Humane Society), “Pet of the Week” (San Diego Humane Society) complete with telephone numbers, descriptions, etc. Also John Van Zante’s Critter Corner is a hugely popular weekly column!

God bless you all, each and every one!

GET A NEW DOG OR A NEW PUPPY. Get a new dog or a new pup. National Dog Month is an excellent time to do so if you are considering getting a new pup. You could also adopt a new puppy from your local shelter. This act can significantly help in lowering the population of dogs that are struggling with homelessness in the streets each day.

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Summer Temperatures are Rising, Follow These Tips To Stay Safe

By Gig Conaughton, County of San Diego Communications Office

Avoiding Heat-Related Problems • Stay in an air-conditioned area during the hottest hours of the day.

Even a few hours spent in air conditioning can help your body stay cooler. Do not rely on electric fans for cooling if temperatures exceed 90 degrees.

Summer and even the fall months in San Diego County can bring extremely high temperatures that can be dangerous to people and pets.

People need to remember that extreme heat can spike body temperatures that can cause heatstroke, exhaustion, dizziness, nausea, confusion, headache and even death. People who are particularly at risk are children, older adults, people with chronic medical conditions, pregnant people and outdoor workers.

The County’s Cool Zones, including the County’s 33 branch libraries, community centers and other locations, offer people safe, air-conditioned sanctuaries from the heat. Here is a complete list of County Cool Zone sites, their hours and locations.

You can use the County’s interactive link that lets you search for Cool Zone sites by location, ZIP code, organization and what animals are allowed.

So, here are tips that can help keep you, your friends and loved ones safe.

• Wear light, loose-fitting clothing.

• Drink plenty of water (avoid alcohol and sugary drinks) and don’t wait until you are thirsty.

Responding to Signs of Heatstroke or Heat Exhaustion First and foremost, if you find someone who is suffering from symptoms of heatstroke or heat exhaustion—dizziness, nausea, confusion, headache—call 9-1-1 and start cooling them. But DO NOT give them fluids to drink. A person with heatstroke may not be able to swallow. Fluids could run down their tracheas into their lungs and make it hard for them to breathe.

After calling 9-1-1, start cooling the person by moving them into the shade, spraying them with cool water and fanning. Place them in a cool shower if they are alert, monitor their body temperatures and continue cooling them.

• Take cool showers.

• Never leave a child, elderly person, or pet unattended in a car.

• Avoid unnecessary hard work or activities outside during the hottest part of the day.

• Avoid unnecessary sun exposure and wear a wide-brim hat if you need to be in the sun.

• Avoid using the oven to cook.

Tips to Keep Your Pets Cool in Hot Weather • Keep your pets indoors if the temperature is lower inside.

• Exercise pets in early morning

hours or early evening to avoid prolonged exposure to the heat.

Avoid strenuous runs or hikes.

• Keep your pets’ water supply in a tip-proof container, always topped off, and be sure it stays cool (pets will not drink water that is too hot).

• Consider a misting system to keep the outdoor areas cooler.

• Be sure your pet has shade ALL DAY, if they are outside. Remember, the sun’s position changes during the day.

• Do not take your pets for car trips unless absolutely necessary. A car can heat up very quickly. On an 85-degree day, a car can reach 102 degrees in 10 minutes and soar upward even with the windows down an inch or two.

• Don’t take your dogs for walks on the hot pavement. If it is too hot for you to walk barefooted, then don’t make your dogs do it either.

• Consider adding a child’s wading pool for your dog. Many dogs will keep cool by “taking a dip.”

• Watch for signs of heat stress, including excessive panting, lethargy, drooling, vomiting, or stumbling. Seek veterinary help immediately if you notice these.

LEGALS NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Sharon Yaeko Takabayashi Case No. 25PE001929C SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA. 92101 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate or both, of Sharon Yaeko Takabayashi. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Mark Ishida in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, 1100 Union Street, San Diego, CA. 92101 Central Courthouse. The Petition for probate requests that Mark Ishida be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and

shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 8/21/2025 Time: 1:30 pm Dept: 503 Address of court: Same as noted above.

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

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. you may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Suzan A. Colgan, Esq. Vanguard Legal Group, P.C. 16935 W. Bernardo Dr., #155 San Diego, CA 92127 888-995-6014 DOP: 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/2025 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Alexander Jitsutaro Takabayashi Case No. 25PE001957C SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA. 92101 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate or both, of Alexander Jitsutaro Takabayashi. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Mark Ishida in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, 1100 Union Street, San Diego, CA. 92101 Central Courthouse. The Petition for probate requests that Mark Ishida 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 adminis-

tration 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: 8/20/2025 Time: 1:30 pm Dept: 502 Address of court: Same as noted above.

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

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. you may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate

Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Suzan A. Colgan, Esq. Vanguard Legal Group, P.C. 16935 W. Bernardo Dr., #155 San Diego, CA 92127 888-995-6014 DOP: 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/2025 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALLIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA. 92101 Probate Case Number 25PMOO1503C SPOUSAL PROPERTY PETITION Petitioner Barbara Ellen Valenti requests determination of property passing to the surviving spouse or surviving registered domestic partner without administration (Fam Code :297.6 Prog. Code : 13500).

Petitioner is surviving spouse of the decedent.

Decedent died on 4/24/2025.

Decedent was a resident of the California County named above. Testate and a copy of the will and any codicil is affixed as attachment 4(C).

Decedent is not survived by a stepchild or foster child or children who would have been adopted by decedent but for a legal battle. (See Prob. Code :Sec 6454.)

Attachment 7b contains the legal description of the community or quasi-community property petitioner requests to be determined as having belonged under Probate Code sections 100 and 101 and Family

Code section 297.5 to the surviving spouse or surviving registered domestic partner upon the deceased spouse’s or partner’s death, subject to any written agreement between the deceased spouse or partner and the suriviving spouse or partner providing for a non pro rata division of the aggregate value of the community property assets or quasi-community assets, or both.

The names, relationship, ages, and residence or mailing addresses so far as known to or reasonably ascertinable bh petitioner of (1) all lpersons named in decedent’s wlll and codicils, whether living or deceased, and (2) all persons checked in items 5 and 6 are listed below: Name and relationship Age Residence or mailing address Ashleigh C. L. Valenti age 32 5603 Madrid Road, Ap. 6, Isla Vista, CA. 23117 Gregory V. Valenti age 62 23286 S. Moonlight Road, Spring Hills KS 66083 Liza M. Valenti age 53 500 Redland Court, No. 204, Owikngs Mills, MD 21117 Matthew C. Valenti age 55 929 Riverview Drive, Morgantown, WV 26502 Scott J. Valenti age 65 23286 S. Moonlight Road, Spring Hills KS 66083 The names and addresses of all persons named as executors in the decedent’s will and codicils or appointed as personal representatives of the decedent’s estate are listed below:

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LEGALS

Matthew C. Valenti, 929 Riverview Drive, Mograntown, WV 26502 Carver L. Pugh, 4667 Beechwood Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043 A petition for probate or for administration of the decedent’s estate has not been filed and is not being filed with this petition..

Date: 5/24/2025 /s/ Alan L. Geraci, Esq. SBN 108324 I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct. /s/ Barbara Ellen Valenti Date: 5/24/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9012408 The name of the business: The Boujie Bakery, located at 1310 Santa Rita E #93, Chula Vista, CA 91913. Registrant, Manisha Williams, 1310 Santa Rita E #93, Chula Vista, CA 91913.

This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 6/14/2023 /s/ Manisha Williams with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/26/2025 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011267 The name of the business: Stamos Chiropractic Inc., located at 330 Rancheros Drive, Suite 202, Lake San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Stamos Chiropractic Inc., 330 Rancheros Drive, Suite 202, Lake San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business: 10/15/2020 /s/ Alison Roberson, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/11/2025 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9013157 The name of the business: Warewoof House, located at 3793 Via Cabrillo, Oceanside, CA 92056. Registrant, Tanya Ware, 3793 Via Cabrillo, Oceanside, CA 92056. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 7/8/2025 /s/ Tanya Ware with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 7/9/2025 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9012176 The name of the business: Triple H Couriers, located at 862 Via La Venta, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Akyla Shunta Burnette Halfacre, 862 Via La Venta, San Marcos, CA 92069.

This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Akyla Halfacre with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 6/24/2025 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9012192 The name of the business: Casa De Los Guisos, located at 4659 Calle Del Palo, Oceanside, CA 92057. Registrant, Jose Luis Bernal, 4659 Calle Del Palo, Oceanside, CA 92057. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 6/24/2025 /s/ Jose Luis Bernal with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/

Recorder of San Diego on 6/24/2025 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9012648 The name of the business: Chavez Landscaping, located at 148 Carlann Dr., San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Ricardo Chavez Perez, 148 Carlann Dr., San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 7/1/2025 /s/ Ricardo Chavez Perez with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/1/2025 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011818 The name of the business: Weird Girl Media, located at 5582 Dalen Ave., San Diego, CA 92122. Registrant, Weird Girl Media LLC, 5582 Dalen Ave., San Diego, CA 92122.

This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Eliana Oliver, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/18/2025 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2025 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: 2025-9013074 Aqua Clear Pool Services, located at 465 Vernon Way, El Cajon, CA 92020. The Fictitious Business Name referred to above was filed in San Diego County on 7/15/2021 and assigned file no. 2021-9015144.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IS BEING ABANDONED BY: Aqua Clear Pool Services, 465 Vernon Way, El Cajon, CA 92020. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1000). /s/Alexander Kalogianis, President This statement was filed with the San Diego Recorder/County clerk on 7/8/2025.

7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2025

7/16/2025 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9013955 The name of the business: Foxy Faces Esthetics, located at 1582 W. San Marcos Blvd., Suite 102, San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Amber Layne Fox, 1582 W. San Marcos Blvd., Suite 102, San Marcos, CA 92078.

This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Amber Fox with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 7/22/2025 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9014072 The name of the business: Set In Stone Concrete, located at 1990 Alessandro Trail, Vista, CA 92084. Registrant, Matthew Cody Stone, 1990 Alessandro Trail, Vista, CA 92084, Briea Nicole Stone, 1990 Alessandro Trail, Vista, CA 92084. This business is operated by a Married Couple.

First day of business: 7/1/2025 /s/ Matthew Cody Stone with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/22/2025 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9012014 The name of the business: Jybob Food Services, located at 1140 W. Mission Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Jin Young Baik, 222 Mantle, Irvine, CA 92618. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Jin Young Baik with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 6/23/2025 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/2025

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME 25CU037082N TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Joshua K. Sims filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Naomi Attiya Boyd-Miller to Proposed name Naomi Attiya Sims. 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 objections that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: August 29, 2025, 8:30 am, in Dept. 25 No hearing will occur on above date. Please see attachment The address of the court is: 325 S. Melrose Dr., Vista, CA 92081. A copy of the 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: San Marcos News Reporter, dba, The Paper, 845 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, Ca. 92078. Dated July 16, 2025 /s/ Brad A. Weinreb, Judge of the Superior Court 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9013696 The name of the business: Stalwart Beacon Security Solutions, located at 100 E. San Marcos Blvd., Suite 426, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Elias Alexander Prieto, 100 E. San Marcos Blvd., Suite 426, San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 2/14/2014 /s/ Elias a. Prieto with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9013470 The name of the business: Point A To Z LLC, located at 311 Fireside St, Oceanside, CA 92058. Registrant, Point A To Z, 311 Fireside St, Oceanside, CA 92058. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business: 10/4/2024 /s/ Karin D. Wright, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/15/2025

7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9014542 The name of the business: Coastal Yokel, located at 2607 Joan Lane, Fallbrook, CA 92028. Registrant, Teresa Lynn Sargent, PO Box 1112, Fallbrook, CA 92028. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Teresa Lynn Sargent with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/30/2025 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9014332 The name of the business: Magnum Laser Fab, located at 985 Poinsettia Ave., #B, Vista, CA 92081. Registrant, Magnum Offroad LLC, 985 Poinsettia Ave., #B, Vista, CA 92081. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business: 1/1/2025 /s/ Michael Rosenzwerg, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/28/2025 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9014023 The name of the business: South Bay Auto Care, located at 428 Smith Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910. Registrant, Pablo Arturo Padilla Casillas, 428 Smith Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910, Arturo Padilla, 428 Smith Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910.

This business is operated by a General Partnership.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Pablo Arturo Padilla Casillas with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/22/2025 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011245 The name of the business: Care Choice Home Care, located at 1152 S. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA 92083. Registrant, care Choice Health Systems Inc., 1151 S. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA 92083.

This business is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business: 7/29/2014 /s/ Kimberly Wilson, COO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/30/2025 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2025 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME 25CU040163N TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Pargol Agha Mohialddin filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Pargol Agna Mohialddin to Proposed name Pargol Mohi.

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 objections that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: September 12, 2025, 8:30 am, in Dept. 25 No hearing will occur on above date. Please see attachment The address of the court is: 325

S Melrose Dr, Vista, 92081.

A copy of the 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: San Marcos News Reporter, dba, The Paper, 845 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, Ca. 92078. Dated July 31, 2025 /s/ Brad A. Weinreb, Judge of the Superior Court 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2025 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME 25CU039634N TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Kendall Naomi Hogan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Kendall Naomi Hogan to Proposed name Kendall Naomi Salinas. 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 objections that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: September 12, 2025, 8:30 am, in Dept. N-25 No hearing will occur on above date. Please see attachment The address of the court is: 325 S Melrose Dr, Vista, 92081.

A copy of the 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: San Marcos News Reporter,

dba, The Paper, 845 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, Ca. 92078. Dated July 29, 2025 /s/ Brad A. Weinreb, Judge of the Superior Court 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9014156 The name of the business: Treehouse Studios, located at 5670 Bounty Street, San Diego, CA 92120. Registrant, Robert D. B. Burns, 5670 Bounty Street, San Diego, CA 92120. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 7/18/2025 /s/ Robert D. B. Burns with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 7/23/2025 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9015033 The name of the business: Dwell Studio, located at 2965 Roosevelt St., Carlsbad, CA 92008. Registrant, Julia Mozelle Sims, 1720 Calle Platico, Oceanside, CA 92056. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 7/5/2007 /s/ Julia Sims with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 8/6/2025 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9014539 The name of the business: Jane Day Services, located at 943 Sunset Dr., Vista, CA 92081.

Registrant, Jane Elizabeth Day, 943 Sunset Dr., Vista, CA 92081. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 5/1/2025 /s/ Jane E. Day with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 7/30/2025 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/2025

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