February 19, 2026

I’m sorry . . . You have Parkinson’s

By Friedrich Gomez

The statistics are too mind-boggling and too surreal to be fully comprehended and processed by the human brain.

And yet, tragically, it is undeniable science.

Whether you’re sleeping, awake, at work, at play, or in school: Parkinson’s Disease knows not respite nor vacation.

Every six minutes, somewhere within the United States, someone is diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, which is skyrocketing here, and around the globe!

Before our new year of 2026 finishes, there will be approximately 90,000 new cases of Parkinson’s added to the roster of those already living with it.

And if this tragic figure of 90,000 new cases annually were not horrific

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enough, this figure represents a 50% increase from previous estimates, with nearly one million Americans currently living with this condition – a number expected to rise to 1.2million (annually) by the year 2030 (only 4 years hence).

(Source: The Parkinson’s Foundation https://www.parkinson.org/ blog/research/incidence.)

WHAT IS PARKINSON’S DISEASE?

Parkinson’s Disease was first (formally) identified and described as a distinct medical syndrome, exactly 209 years ago today, back in 1817 by British apothecary James Parkinson in his publication called “An Essay on the Shaking Palsy.”

James Parkinson described symptoms including resting tremors, abnormal posture, and paralysis. The disease was later named in his honour.

(Note: “Apothecary” in modern

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American English is pharmacist; while in British English it would be chemist.)

BRIEF OVERVIEW

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a chronic neurologic condition. PD is a slowly progressive disease, which causes a gradual loss of nerve cells in the brain that produce the neurotransmitter dopamine. Since dopamine carries signals to the part of the brain that control movement and coordination, decreased dopamine levels lead to the cardinal motor symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease, such as (to cite just a few examples):

1. Resting tremors.

2. Generalised slowness.

3. Stiffness of the limbs.

Other motor manifestations of Parkinson’s Disease may include small handwriting, decreased facial expression, soft speech, and dif-

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It’s true that exercise helps in decision making. I went for a run this morning and decided to never do that again.

I’d do almost anything to lose weight but exercise and eating properly is where I draw the line.

ficulty swallowing. As the disease progresses, postural (your posture) instability develops, resulting in a slow, imbalanced shuffling gait, which can result in falls.

Because other parts of the brain and other neurotransmitters (other than dopamine) can be affected in Parkinson’s Disease, other symptoms can occur. These can include lightheadedness, constipation, dementia, depression, and sleep disturbance.

Symptoms may include tremors, stiffness, slowness of movement, and poor balance, but may also include “non-motor issues” like depression, speech problems, and, and memory issues.

Every patient is different and may not experience all of the above symptoms.

THERE IS, PRESENTLY, NO CURE FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE.

Although there is no, present, cure for Parkinson’s Disease, there are treatments involving medication, therapies, and sometimes surgery which can manage symptoms.

WHAT AGE GROUP IS AT HIGHEST RISK?

People over the age of 60 are the most vulnerable to Parkinson’s Disease, with the risk rising sharply around age 65. While it is primarily an age-related condition, about 10-20% of cases are diagnosed before age 50, which is known as “early-onset Parkinson’s.”

To reiterate, most individuals are diagnosed at age 60 or older. We must emphasise, the incidence of Parkinson’s rises sharply around age 65 and above.

GENDER DISPARITY: MORE MEN THAN WOMEN ACQUIRE PARKINSON’S.

Replicated studies reveal that men are more likely to develop Parkinson’s Disease than women.

In fact, statistically, men are 1.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with Parkinson’s than women.

FASCINATING REGIONAL DIFFERENCES.

Studies have shown higher incidence rates of Parkinson’s in spe-

cific areas, including the “Rust Belt,” and also Southern California, Southeastern Texas, and all of Florida. Explorations into the reasoning behind these regional differences is ongoing.

DISTURBING TREND

While the risk increases with age, it is important to note that cases are more frequently starting to appear in younger people acquiring Parkinson’s Disease (it was once 5-10% under age 50 and now it is 10-20% under age 50 who will acquire Parkinson’s Disease). (Source: https://www. parkinson.org/blog/research/incidence-2024)

NOT JUST A U.S. PROBLEM BUT NOW OF GLOBAL CONCERN!

Frightening statistics from the World Health Organisation (WHO), confirm that Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is now: “A major, rapidly growing global health issue. Parkinson’s Disease is now officially recognised as the

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Next time someone says “so much for global warming,” push them into a snowdrift then run away.

I always have the strangest dreams after eating Mexican food. I call them “jallucinations.”

I’m putting “not dying” on my bucket list. ***

The limerick is furtive and mean; You must keep her in close quarantine

Or she sneaks to the slums And promptly becomes Disorderly, drunk and obscene.

Would it kill the makers of avocados to put a different toy inside?

I have 50 wooden balls already. ***

Whenever I see chocolate, I have two voices inside my head.,

The first one says, “eat that chocolate.” The second one says, “You heard him, eat the chocolate!”

Boudreaux and Thibodaux died and went to Heaven. When they got to the Gate, they met ol’ Saint Peter. They said, “Saint Peter, mon ami, how you been?”

Saint Pete said, “Mais ok mon cher, but I got bad news for you Boudreaux. You been so bad on Earth, you got to spend all eternity

with an ugly woman.”

Boudreaux was pretty sad but he said, “Well, if I have to, I guess me, I have to.”

So the next day him and his ugly woman were walking down the golden street when they saw Thibodaux and there he was with no less than Carmen Elecktra!

So Boudreaux went right away to talk to Saint Peter. He said, “Saint Peter, mon cher, come see. I tink we got us a mistake here. How come Thibodaux gets Carmen Elecktra and I got stuck with dis ugly woman!”

Saint Pete said, “Aw Boudreaux, you don’t understand, Carmen Elecktra got stuck with Thibodaux!”

I’m trying to initiate a neighborhood watch program but the damned neighbors keep closing their blinds.

I wasn’t that drunk.

Dude, you kept asking your wife if she was single.

You never listen to me. You only hear what you want to hear! “Why, yes, I’ll have a beer!”

***

Why are there more horse’s asses than there are horses? ***

Is a female lawyer without her briefs a solicitor?

Bruce Jenner never had an auto accident until he became a woman.

I don’t like country music but I don’t denigrate those who do. For those who love country music, denigrate means “put down.” Bob Newhart.

Patriot’s Offensive Line was surprised to learn that Super Bowl was several weeks ago.

Therapist: Let’s begin by considering your wife’s point of view . . . that you’re an idiot. ***

My grandpa always said, “when one door closes, another opens.”

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Chuckles

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world’s fastest-growing neurological disorder, with cases more than doubling to over 8.5 million globally in just 2019.”

This dramatic increase, worldwide, is driven by aging populations, living longer, and environmental factors, and is projected to exceed 25 million new cases by the year 2050.

This formidable surge of over 112% in new Parkinson’s Disease by the year 2050 will translate to a rapid growth in: disability, mortality (death), and prevalence.

FROM FAMILY MEMBERS, CO-WORKERS TO FAMOUS PEOPLE, MOST EVERYONE HAS NOW HEARD OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE.

Because of its ever-growing prevalence, just about everyone has heard of Parkinson’s Disease.

Sadly, it so common that today, virtually every American knows or has heard of someone who has Parkinson’s Disease.

And just about everyone reading this cover story in THE PAPER knows of an acquaintance, a family member, neighbour, co-worker, friend, or heard of a famous celebrity living with this malady.

FAMOUS CELEBRITIES, SPORTS FIGURES, POLITICIANS WITH PARKINSON’S DISEASE.

While a diagnosis is upsetting, notable figures often “go public” about their disease and use their celebrity platform to help increase public awareness and understanding of the disease in hopes of better treatment or perhaps increasing prevention for others.

Many of the world’s most famous figures have had Parkinson’s and the names of some of these famous individuals may surprise you!

POPE JOHN PAUL II (Diagnosed 1991)

Pope John Paul II was born Karol Józef Wojtyła in Wadowice, Poland, and was the first non-Italian pope in 455 years. Ordained in 1978, the pope visited more than 100 countries and strongly advocated for human rights during his 25-plus years in the Vatican. His change in posture, voice and gait (walk) became more pronounced through his public appearances later in life. He was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2001 and passed away in 2005.

FORMER

U.S. PRESIDENT

GEORGE H.W. BUSH

Former U.S. President George H.W. Bush died while having vascular Parkinson’s syndrome, a form of Parkinson’s Disease, at the age of 94 on 30 November 2018, with his death (officially) attributed to natural causes after a long battle with the neurological disorder Parkinson’s that affected his mobility, but not seen as the primary factor in death – but as an underlying condition.

Our 41st U.S President (19891993), a World War II Navy veteran, kept his hopes high and battled vascular Parkinsonism, a condition causing Parkinson’s-like symptoms, for several years, necessitating him to using a wheelchair, since at least 2012.

When he passed away at his home in Houston, Texas at age 94, he was the longest-lived U.S. President at the time, a record later surpassed by Jimmy Carter. Former President Carter, who did not have Parkinson’s was born in 1924 and died in 2024 at the great age of 100.

REVEREND BILLY GRAHAM (Diagnosed 1992)

American evangelist, ordained Southern Baptist, and Civil Rights advocate, the 99-yearolde Reverend Billy Graham (b. 1918 – d. 2018) had been in failing health ever since being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 1992 and also with hydrocephalus in 2000, the latter being a condition in which water collects on the brain.

The well-known evangelist was adored by his worldwide following for decades. His humble beginnings eventually turned into delivering sermons to millions of people worldwide. Graham received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1983 and the Congressional Gold Medal in 1996.

He died from olde age in 2018.

The official medical report states that Rev. Billy Graham died of natural causes at age 99 on 21 February 2018 at his home in North Carolina. Graham was diagnosed with Parkinson’s-like symptoms in the early 1990s, which caused him to slow down in his later decades. In addition to being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, and also hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain as previously mentioned), Rev. Graham also had prostate cancer. His death was not officially attributed solely to Parkinson’s Disease, but rather due to his advanced age and failing health. In addition to all

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East Valley Parkway business association meeting 2nd Wednesday • 2pm

March 11th, June 10th, April 8th, July 8th, May 13th and August 12th. At Elote Restaurant, 1760 E. Valley Pkwy, Escondido. Visit www.evalley-parkway.com for more information.

mambo orchestra Coming to Escondido February 22nd • 2pm

The Mambo Orchestra is coming to Escondido February 22. They are from Mission Bay High School, San Diego where the music program is one of the best in the nation...led by award-winning director, educator, and local performer, Jean-Paul Balmat. The concert starts at 2:00 pm and ends around 4 pm. The Swing Choir will also be performing. You will hear Oye Como Va (Santana), Perfidia, Signed, Sealed, Delivered (Stevie Wonder), Autumn Leaves, Blue Skies, The Way You Look Tonight, and many other favorites. Tickets: Students thru college and children 3-12 are FREE. Seniors, veterans, and military are $20.00. Adults $30.00 Cash or check only please. The concert is at the First Congregational Church, 1800 North Broadway, Escondido, just past Escondido High School.

Tickets and doors open at 1:30 pm. Presented by the Hidden Valley Community Concert Association celebrating its 80th season.

Visit https://hiddenvalleyccaescondido.info/ for more information.

Writers Workshop

February 28th • 1-3pm

Join award-winning author and editor, Deborah Halverson, for an in-person workshop on five game-changing techniques for writing fiction that speaks to teens and tweens. Learn how to capture their worldview, earn their trust, and craft stories young readers can’t put down.

Halverson—author of Writing Young Adult Fiction for Dummies and Writing New Adult Fiction, and a former Harcourt Children’s Books editor—brings thirty years of expertise helping writers elevate their work. Registration opens January 29, 2026. Visit sdcl.org/vista to sign up. ***

dementia skills & resource fair

February 28th • 10am - 1pm

In collaboration with community partners, Aging & Independence Services and the City of Vista will be hosting a Dementia Skills & Resource Fair in February. This event aims to empower individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to engage with and support persons living with dementia through resource-sharing, education, and hands-on training. It is designed for people living with dementia, care partners, family and friends, professional caregivers, service providers, and anyone interested in enhancing their dementia care skills. More details are provided below:

Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026

Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (Doors open at 9:30 am)

Location: McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA 92084

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these underlying health issues, he also battled pneumonia.

In his final years, despite his illness, he continued to work before retiring in 2005. He had lived with these chronic conditions for over two decade before passing away nearly 3 months short of his 100th birthday.

He is considered “among the most influential Christian leaders” of the 20th century and became known for filling huge stadiums around the world as well as continuing his mission via his radio and televised broadcasts. Graham was on Gallup’s list of most admired men and women a record 61 times!

ALAN ALDA (Diagnosed 2015)

Actor, director, screenwriter and author Alan Alda, best known for playing Hawkeye Pierce in the popular television series M*A*S*H*, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2015. He made his diagnosis public on 31 July 2018 on an episode of CBS This Morning, saying at the time: “I was diagnosed three-and-a-half years ago and I’ve had a full life since then.” During the interview, the seasoned actor, who was 82-years-olde at

Man

About Town

As promised, I met with San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones last week.

Very impressive young lady. Super attractive, very well groomed, beautifully tailored clothing, perfect manicure and pedicure . . . and to top it all off . . .she’s very, very smart! And, of course, the world famous ever present Rebecca smile was dazzling!

Upon completion of her current term as Mayor she will have

the time, shared that he had been diagnosed three-and-a-half years prior, but continued to act, teach, and maintain a full life.

He has been a voice of true inspiration for millions of people, globally, where his celebrity girds the world.

“You can hold back the progress of the disease if you do a lot of specific exercises, so I do a lot of crazy things,” he had repeated on subsequent TV appearances. The mega-popular, down-to-earth actor clarified what he meant when he said he does a lot of crazy exercises to stunt the advancement of Parkinson’s: “I actually do juggling, marching, as well as boxing, tennis, swimming and biking.”

Alan Alda is not only an awardwinning actor, but a true-life hero for countless millions who heed his advice. And Alda never stops inspiring others by relentlessly “getting the word out.”

He has even turned to social media, keeping the public abreast of his Parkinson’s diagnosis on Twitter. Forever optimistic, his enthusiasm is infectious: “I decided to let people know I have Parkinson’s to encourage others to take action,” he announced on the popular social media platform known as Twitter.

served the city of San Marcos as an elected official for 20 years. I first met her, before she ran for elective office, when she was a volunteer . . . great big smile, full of energy. Not a lot has changed. She still is full of energy . . .still has that great big smile.

We have endorsed her in each of her council races as well as when she ran for Mayor. She has done us proud.

She has proven herself as one who can build consensus . . . and get legislation passed. She hopes to bring those skills to the Board of Supervisors, if elected.

At one point I asked her pointblank . . . “are you too nice to get things done and get the votes of your fellow supervisors?”

She recognizes she is in a tight race against another strong campaigner - but she feels confident her proven record of accomplishment will earn the votes of the electorate in the race for the 5th District Supervisor’s seat. She is persistent and thorough in her research and arguments in support of, or opposition to, specific legislation. She has managed to accomplish a great deal both as a council member and a Mayor. And she has managed to work on a bipartisan basis.

“My life is full. I act. I give talks. And I do my own podcast – which I absolutely LOVE! If you get a diagnosis, keep moving!”

Alan Alda’s planned ‘attack’ on PD (Parkinson’s Disease) is also aimed to reduce the stigma, and the shame – and instead, to encourage the whole world to seek early detection. The earlier the better! And the television icon is, in himself, a dynamo!

Today, in 2026, the native New Yorker, born Alphonso Joseph D’Abruzzo on 28 January 1936 in Manhattan continues to ‘spit in the eye’ of Parkinson’s Disease at the great age of 90 with no signs of slowing down!

There are some things in this life of which no cash register in the world can ever ring up a true price. Such as Alan Alda’s mission to “keep moving” and never give-in to Parkinson’s.

For all he has done . . . in spreading awareness and inspiring millions with Parkinson’s, well, his advice is simply priceless!

MICHAEL R. CLIFFORD

NASA Astronaut (Diagnosed 1994)

Michael Richard “Rich” Clifford

Her accommlishments? She lists them:

• Helped San Marcos become one of California’s safest cities, now ranked #13 in the state.

• Achieved Class 1 fire agency status, reducing insurance costs for residents.

• Added or rebuilt 18 parks across the city.

• Attracted a second hospital and expanded healthcare access.

• Distributed more than $3 million in local COVID relief to small businesses.

• She also launched the city’s LEAN department—focused on transparency, efficiency, and smart spending. Her mayoral reelection in 2022 came with a strong 64% of the vote, proof

began his career as a NASA astronaut in 1990. He’s since made three space flights, accumulating 665 hours orbiting Earth. Though diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) in 1994, he continued to “fly” above the Earth’s atmosphere. Clifford was 42 and in apparent good health when he discovered his Parkinson’s Disease, signaled at first by difficulty in moving his right arm and hand correctly. In 2012, the American Academy of Neurology gave him the Public Leadership in Neurology Award for increasing awareness of Parkinson’s Disease and for encouraging people living with Parkinson’s to continue to pursue their dreams.

NASA astronaut Michael R. Clifford was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 1994 and yet he continued to fly missions, including a spacewalk, before retiring. The NASA astronaut became an advocate for Parkinson’s awareness until his passing in 2021 at age 69.

Astronaut Clifford once said in an interview with the Michael J. Fox Foundation: “Everyone with PD handles it differently. Don’t let it get in the way of living. Life is too

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that her community trusts her leadership.

She feels a similar program at the county level will lead to more efficient government and cut down on an already bloated budget.

Rebecca is now running for District 5 County Supervisor, a seat that has never been held by a woman. Her goal? To bring her proven track record of local leadership to the county level—and to empower more women to run and lead. Rebecca often draws a line between being a “politician” and being a “public servant.” She believes the former is about positioning and popularity, while the latter is about responsibility and trust. She’s not afraid to take heat when necessary—especially when it comes to staying focused on her city.

When pressured to take a public stance on national or international issues, Rebecca stays grounded. “I focus on what I can actually change,” she explains. “That’s how you serve people.”

Whether it’s budgeting, public safety, or neighborhood development, her compass remains the

Man About Town

Rebecca Jones

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good. Remember, keep going – the sky’s the limit.”

MUHAMMAD ALI (Diagnosed 1984)

Born Cassius Marcellus Clay on 17 January 1942, Muhammad Ali was known as the People’s Champion. He was diagnosed with Parkinson’s just three years after retiring from boxing. He worked to raise funds for Parkinson’s research through the 2000s, even bearing the Olympic flag in 2012. Ali was a longtime friend of the Parkinson’s Foundation. He elevated Parkinson’s awareness around the world and helped establish the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Centre, a Centre of Excellence, in Phoenix, AZ. Ali’s fight against Parkinson’s ended on 3 June 2016 at age 74 when he passed away.

But his legacy lives on.

The beloved boxer Muhammad Ali coped with shaky hands and mobility challenges long before he retired from the sport in 1981. In 1984,

doctors diagnosed Ali with Parkinson’s Disease. Ali, along with the philanthropist Jimmy Walker, and also Abraham Lieberman, M.D, established the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Centre for movement disorders, as well as a Parkinson’s Foundation Centre of Excellence at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Centre in Phoenix. Today, in 2026, it continues to serve as a resource centre for Parkinson’s and other movement disorders, including Huntington’s Disease-and-essential tremor, for both patients and their families.

Ali was long associated with the annual gala fundraising event for Barrow Neurological Institute’s “Celebrity Fight Night,” where he was the featured guest. Awarenessbuilding runs in the family: His daughter Rasheda Ali wrote a book for children about Parkinson’s Disease called “I’ll Hold Your Hand So You Won’t Fall: A Child’s Guide to Parkinson’s Disease.”

Long after Muhammad Ali died on 3 June 2016, his precious daughter Rasheda Ali continues to fight for her daddy. A different kind of fight,

outside the boxing ring.

She continues her dad’s fight against Parkinson’s through all the research centres mentioned above which he created as a lasting legacy for all who have PD.

You see, not even the Hand of Death can stop Muhammad Ali from waging his relentless fight against a relentless opponent called Parkinson’s. All the research centres he founded, as well as his daughter Rasheda Ali – all continue his fight against Parkinson’s long after he passed away.

NEIL

DIAMOND (Diagnosed 2018)

Singer and songwriter of popular songs like “Sweet Caroline” and “I’m a Believer” went public with his diagnosis after he announced his cancellation of the third leg of his 50th Anniversary tour in 2018. Fans of the Golden Globe and Grammy-winning Hall-of-Famer did not get angry nor did they ask for their money back when he cancelled his much anticipated global tour due to Parkinson’s Disease.

Travel Troubleshooter

by Christopher Elliott

Instead, his fans donated their tickets to Parkinson’s research on his behalf, many through Parkinson’s Champions.

This global gesture of ticket-holders was so touching that it made the gifted and much-loved Neil Diamond breakdown in tears of gratitude and feeling greatly loved!

In turn, he promised his worldwide rabid fans that he still plans on making music.

That is all they wished for.

It all happened in 2018 when Neil Diamond announced he would have to cancel upcoming concert dates in Australia and New Zealand. In a statement on his official website, he said: “It is with great reluctance and disappointment that I announce my retirement from concert touring. I have been so honoured to bring my shows to the public for the past 50 years.”

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Walter Gluzkin faces a months-long battle with National Car Rental over a damage claim on a Hyundai Sonata he returned just 30 minutes after picking it up. National’s damage recovery unit is demanding his insurance information for repairs he says he never caused. Can National get away with that?

Q: I recently rented a Hyundai Sonata from National at Raleigh-Durham Airport. Within minutes of driving off the lot, I started hearing noises from under the car. I drove a couple of exits, then turned around and brought it back.

i heard noises under my rental car. Now I have a $2,000 bill from National!

When I entered the National facility, one of the attendants said, “Well, there’s another Sonata with the lower engine cover coming loose.” I explained what happened, and a representative said no problem, and I got another car. I had the Sonata for maybe 30 to 60 minutes total.

About a month later, I got an email from National’s Damage Recovery Unit demanding my insurance information. I called and explained I did nothing to the car -- I just drove it out of the lot and onto the high-

way. A representative said since I only had the car for such a short time, I should be good.

But three months later, I got another demand. I appealed, and they denied it with no explanation. I never got photos of the damage or explanations of what they’re claiming I did. I’ve emailed three National executives listed on your site but haven’t heard back. I’ve been a loyal National customer for 20 years. National wants me to pay $2,000 for the damage. This is ridiculous!

~ Walter Gluzkin, Miami Beach, Florida

A: When you returned that defective Sonata within an hour and an employee acknowledged there was “another” car with the same problem, that should have been the end of it. National should have documented this as a mechanical failure, not customer damage. The fact that even its own employee recognized this as a recurring issue with that model should have protected you completely.

Instead, National’s damage recovery unit decided to pursue you for money. I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve seen this. Usually, customers roll over and surrender their insurance information. But not you.

I think you could have strengthened your case by getting the employee’s confession in writing. But honestly, you shouldn’t have needed to. National’s own employee confirmed this was a known defect.

National’s actions are problematic on several levels. Under most state consumer protection laws, businesses can’t charge customers for pre-existing defects. Also, National should have provided you

with detailed documentation of the alleged damage, repair estimates, and photographic evidence -- not just vague demands for insurance information.

You did exactly what I would have recommended: escalating to National’s executives. I publish their contact information on my consumer advocacy site, Elliott.org. The fact that they initially ignored your appeals is frankly embarrassing for a company that claims to value customer service.

Most importantly, you were not a pushover. That’s a key ingredient to a successful resolution. When you’re right, you have to stand up for your rights!

I contacted National on your behalf and it reviewed your rental record. “Customer satisfaction is our top priority,” a company representative told me, “and maintaining a customer’s long-term loyalty is important to us.” National contacted you and agreed to drop the claim.

Christopher Elliott is the founder of Elliott Advocacy, a nonprofit organization that helps consumers solve their problems. Email him at chris@elliott.org or get help by contacting him on his site. © 2026 Christopher Elliott.

Illustration by Dustin Elliott

Vista Mayor • John Franklin

County Board Majority Votes for More Taxing Power

The County Board of Supervisors’ majority voted down Jim Desmond’s proposal to stop potential transfer taxes and a new payroll tax.

Instead of protecting taxpayers, they chose a power grab: launching a new lobbying effort to block tax cuts and expand their power to raise taxes. In their own words, the Board voted to: “Seek state authority to ask voters to support new taxes on Californians”.

Translation? Higher taxes on your paycheck and an even bigger, more expensive County government.

The Board majority tried to spin this as a “tax on the rich.” But in San Diego County—where the average home is approaching $1 million—their definition of “rich” is wildly out of touch with reality.

They also claimed they would target “large corporations,” conveniently failing to define what “large” means. This is the same tired gimmick that has made San Diego so expensive. Taxes on producers are always passed on to consumers.

-A tax on gas? You pay it.

-A tax on your In-N-Out burger? You pay it.

-A tax on the company that owns your apartment or rental home? You pay it—through higher rent.

No matter how politicians label it, working families always foot the bill. That’s the big reason so many of us are being crushed by the affordability crisis.

San Diegans have had enough of tax-and-spend politics.

Vista Mayor John Franklin www.johnfranklin.org

Wow! This week’s cover story on When the Music Died is one of the best ever! It’s no wonder The Paper has subscribers in California and many other U.S. states. Mr. Davis where in the Midwest were you born and when did you create The Paper? Also, a few years back your wonderful writer Friedrick Gomez had a contest for free VIP tickets for the Magic Castle in Hollywood with each winner taking 5 other guests with them. There were three winning names which were published in The Paper. Since you no longer have a contest for free dinner at Charlie’s Restaurant in Escondido, could Friedrick have another Magic Castle contest? I’d love to see all

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5th District Supervisor • Jim Desmond san diegans don’t Have a revenue

Problem

government Has a spending Problem

Last week, I brought forward a proposal at the County Board of Supervisors calling on the County to take a clear stand against new taxes. Unfortunately, my colleagues rejected it. I was disappointed — but not discouraged.

Families across San Diego County are already being squeezed from every direction. Electricity bills are higher. Water rates are higher. Housing costs are higher. Groceries cost more. Insurance costs more. Nearly everything costs more. And

yet, some in government continue to believe the solution is to ask you to pay even more in taxes.

Here’s the reality. When I first became Supervisor, the County’s budget was approximately $6.2 billion. Last year, the County approved a record $8.6 billion budget — nearly a 40 percent increase in just seven years. Government spending has grown dramatically. Despite that massive expansion, there are still proposals advancing that would increase taxes even further.

At the County level, discussions include a proposed half-cent countywide sales tax that could appear on the 2026 ballot, as well as a onetime transfer fee targeting the top one percent of real estate transactions. There is also a proposal to raise the Documentary Transfer Tax from fifty-five cents per $500 of property value to as much as $30.55 per $500 — an increase of more than 5,000 percent. Additionally, there are ongoing efforts to change state law to allow counties to impose entirely new payroll taxes on employers and workers. Behind closed doors, the County’s

Ad Hoc Fiscal Sustainability Committee and hired consultants are developing other fiscal mechanisms that could include another sales tax or a version of Los Angeles’ failed “mansion tax,” all of which would require four supervisor votes to place on the ballot.

Meanwhile, at the City of San Diego, residents are facing a proposed vacation home or short-term rental tax that could also land on the 2026 ballot, along with a proposed one-cent citywide sales tax backed by labor unions. Balboa Park parking fees have already been approved and will take effect in early 2026. Water rates are rising by 14.7 percent and wastewater rates by 6 percent as of January 1, 2026. New trash collection fees have already been imposed, and higher recreation and user fees were adopted as part of the City’s FY 2026 budget.

This is not happening in isolation. It is happening while families are struggling to keep up with rising mortgage payments, rent, utility bills, and everyday expenses. It is happening while seniors on fixed incomes are being forced to make

hard decisions between essentials. It is happening while small businesses are fighting to survive in one of the most expensive regions in the country.

We do not have a revenue problem. We have a spending problem.

That is why I brought my proposal forward — to send a clear message that San Diegans cannot afford more taxes and deserve relief, not more pressure. Even though my colleagues chose not to take that stand, I will not stop fighting.

I will continue standing up for families, seniors, workers, and small businesses who are being priced out of the community they call home. You deserve a County government that lives within its means — just like you do every single day.

And I will keep fighting to make sure it does.

San Diego County District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond, 1600 Pacific Highway, #335, San Diego, CA 92101, United States http:// www.supervisorjimdesmond.com/

San Marcos Mayor • Rebecca

Jones

“ride right” in san marcos

E-bike safety continues to be a top priority for the City of San Marcos. As the first city along the Highway 78 corridor to implement a ban for e-bike riders under 12, San Marcos is offering many opportunities to know about the rules of the road and our local laws through the “Ride Right” traffic safety campaign, which includes:

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His hits over the years have included “Girl, You’ll Be a Woman Soon,” “Sweet Caroline,” “Cracklin’ Rosie,” “Song Sung Blue,” and “Red, Red Wine.”

Diamond was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2011 and received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2018 Grammy Awards.

Note: I’m not one for “olde” music such as in generations past, but I have made known that Neil Diamond is a true idol of mine. “Sweet Caroline” is somewhat of an “anthem” song at European football matches (soccer). Often times, the recordings of “Sweet Caroline” will be played loudly for the English fans at huge football stadiums and the British fans will instantly unite in singing the song lyrics from sheer memory.

All one needs to do is to go to the ‘search engine’ Google, and type in: “English soccer fans sing “Sweet Caroline” at football stadiums.”

Then you will see and hear for yourself just how much Neil Diamond’s legacy is truly treasured today in 2026 across the Pond.

BRETT FAVRE (Diagnosed 2024)

Hall of Fame quarterback Brett

• Partnering with the San Marcos Unified School District, the San Marcos Sheriff’s Department and parent groups to host “pop up” educational and awareness events

• Increased enforcement efforts by the Sheriff’s Department

• Expanded access to e-bike safety training

• Installation of signage prohibiting e-bikes on sidewalks in business districts

While e-bike safety workshops are being held at all San Marcos middle and high schools, the city is also offering a handson e-bike training on Saturday, March 7 for residents who want to get some hands-on safety training and tips.

The class has three parts: classroom education, parking lot drills and street riding where

Favre is known for his 20-year NFL career, starting in an NFLrecord 321 consecutive games! He played 16 seasons with the Green Bay Packers -- reaching Super Bowl XXXI victory in 1996. Favre won three NFL Most Valuable Player awards and retired in 2010. Farve announced his Parkinson’s diagnosis in a 2024 U.S. Congressional Hearing, but did not indicate the type or cause. Also, in a 2018 interview with the Today Show, he said, regarding head concussions: “I’ve had hundreds, maybe thousands, throughout my career, which is frightening.”

Years earlier, Favre had told NBC News that the many concussions he experienced over his two decades in professional football may have played a role in his short term memory problems and overall cognitive decline.

Some research shows that even a single concussion increases the likelihood of being diagnosed with Parkinson’s later in life, and having more than three concussions increases that risk. Favre told NBC that he may have had thousands of concussions during his playing days.

Favre told TMZ Sports that his Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis came after he noticed he was having trouble controlling his dominant arm. He described not being able to hold a screwdriver steady and having difficulty getting his arm into the sleeve of a jacket.

participants will get to practice essential riding skills with the help of a certified cycling instructor.

This complimentary class is open to those ages 12 and older on bikes and e-bikes. It’s a great opportunity for parents and guardians to take this class with their family so everyone can learn more skills and the latest rules.

City of San Marcos City Cycling Class Saturday, March 7, 9 a.m. to noon at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Drive.

Get your bikes and helmets ready! Sign up at sanmarcosca. gov/e-bikes ***

760-744-1050

rjones@san-marcos.net

MICHAEL J. FOX (Diagnosed 1991)

Actor and philanthropist Michael J. Fox is one of the most recognisable Parkinson’s advocates in the world. Fox became a household name as Marty McFly in the Back to the Future movie trilogy and led an illustrious acting career, winning Emmys and a Golden Globe. Fox began noticing symptoms of “young-onset” PD when he was just 29 years olde. He has dedicated his life to furthering Parkinson’s research, going on to establish The Michael J. Fox Foundation. Fox has written three books and continues to make guest appearances on TV shows, including his new documentary STILL: A Michael J. Fox Movie, where he reflects on his monumental career and his life with Parkinson’s.

JANET RENO (Diagnosed 1995)

As the first female Attorney General of the U.S., Reno was a champion for social change during a difficult political environment. In 1995, just two years into her eight-year service, Reno was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. Reno was a longtime supporter of the Foundation and an advocate for Parkinson’s research. She proved to the public how people with PD could live life to the fullest. Reno passed away due to complications of PD in November 2016 — nearly 21 years after her diagnosis.

There are numerous other ex-

amples of high-profile individuals who experienced Parkinson’s whose names are placed aside only in the name of brevity, since space is limited in such a report as this.

But we hope this cover story serves as a clarion for greater public awareness on a most menacing and rising level of Parkinson’s Disease.

SPECIAL THANKS TO: MR. KEVIN CAMPERELL (Escondido Kiwanis Club).

Once again, I wish to thank our valued readership for continuing to send amazing cover story ideas! For this week’s cover story on spreading greater public awareness of Parkinson’s Disease, I wish to express my deep gratitude to Mr. Kevin Camperell, a most respected member of the Escondido Kiwanis Club. My editor and publisher of THE PAPER, lyle e. davis describes Mr. Camperell as such (and I quote): “A brilliant retired CPA and close friend, Kevin Camperell.”

The Escondido Kiwanis Club is a most worthy organisation dedicated to improving and making our community a better, more enjoyable place to live, work, and be proud.

To all our readers, please keep your story ideas coming as it makes my job a whole lot easier!

We sincerely wish to make THE PAPER your publication and we want to know what topics you are most interested in reading about! And to all our subscribers from California to the East Coast, I love you all, each and every one!

I know, because I’m in charge of mailing out all the weekly subscriptions of THE PAPER! And that includes my beautiful fans in Europe who follow me online (viz., the UK, Germany, and Austria). May God forever bless you, each and every one!

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by Christopher Elliott

Does it cost too much to travel?

For people like Tim Plyant, the answer is yes. This summer, he plans to avoid travel entirely -- it’s just too expensive.

“I can’t believe what they’re charging,” says Plyant, an architect from Austin, Texas.

He’s especially upset about the soaring cost of food at the airport. “I’m on an expense account and I still have a hard time procuring food at these prices,” he says.

The cost of travel has risen by 23 percent since 2019, according to the U.S. Travel Association. Affordability affects everyone, but it’s a particular problem for young people. A poll by EF Go Ahead Tours found that 72 percent of Gen Z and Millennials say the cost of travel is too high. The likely culprits? Inflation and other non-travel expenses have made it increasingly difficult to pay for a vacation.

“Nearly every part of the journey, from flights and hotels to everyday add-ons, comes with surprise fees and fluctuating prices,” says Melissa DaSilva, Trafalgar’s deputy CEO. “Many travelers are waiting longer to book, hunting for the lowest fare, and looking for more price certainty up front.”

I could show you a series of graphs with airfares, hotel rates and gas prices to illustrate the rising cost of travel. One of the most dramatic would be the surge in average U.S. hotel rates, from $103 a night in 2020 to $162 a night in 2025, an increase of almost 58 percent.

But there’s a bigger picture. It’s not just the base fares and gas prices, but a combination of the destination, your travel preferences -- and the extras the travel industry throws at you when you arrive. And lately, there have been a lot of extras.

Dave Dzurick, a project manager from Tucson, Arizona says he would not travel at all if his kids didn’t live on the other side of the country.

“Airlines have removed any vestige of comfort,” he complains. “A checked bag and a seat assignment used to be part of the ticket -- now you have to pay extra for it. At least they’re not charging to use the bathrooms … yet.”

In other words, the base prices tell only part of the story. It’s also the surcharges that few people talk about that combine to make travel

Has travel gotten too expensive? Yes, and here’s what to do about it.

less affordable.

So what’s the answer to the question: How expensive is travel? For many Americans, it’s just too expensive.

I’m always on the road, and I have a chance to see this from a different perspective. Sure, I get to pay some of the crazy prices everyone else does. Like Plyant, I’m outraged by the cost of airport food, and not just in the States. I spent more than $30 on two sandwiches in Bangkok recently. Come on!

But I also get to talk to airline executives, hotel owners and vacation rental managers to get their points of view. And they’re honestly perplexed when people don’t fork over hundreds of dollars a night for their products. They seem to forget that inflation has eaten up a lot of their customers’ disposable income.

These industry leaders have cut their products to a shell of what they once were. Airline tickets, which once included a carry-on bag, a checked bag, a seat assignment and a meal, are now stripped-down versions of their former selves. The seats have shrunk, and you pay extra for everything, sometimes even for a carry-on item. Some of the hotels I’ve visited lately don’t change your towels and sheets or clean your room every day, and have also eliminated amenities like soap and lotion. And they’re charging much more than they used to (see chart).

I think large parts of the travel industry have lost touch with their customers. They’re charging more

for less and they don’t understand the economic realities their customers are facing.

Fortunately, there are still ways of traveling without breaking the bank.

buy in bulk. That’s the idea behind companies like EF Go Ahead Tours, which caters to a younger crowd, and Trafalgar, a tour operator that has a more mature client base. Buy your flights, hotel rooms and meals as part of a package, and you can save money.

Choose a company that gets it. For example, airlines like Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Emirates often include a checked bag in their economy class fares. I’ve also come to appreciate brands like Holiday Inn and Hilton Garden Inn for having a quality product at a fair price.

Zig when everyone else zags. If you’re thinking about traveling during the upcoming spring break and summer travel season, here’s my advice: Don’t do it. It’s open

season on travelers’ wallets. The industry knows it has you over a barrel, and it will try to extract the highest prices and give you the lowest levels of service. Instead, travel during the shoulder season and choose your destination carefully.

It’s a shame this is happening. Travel used to be a reward -- a chance to unwind, reconnect, and explore. But for some Americans, it’s become an unaffordable luxury. The only question is, at what point will we reach the breaking point, when people just refuse to go anywhere?

I suspect we’re closer to it than anyone thinks.

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.

Illustration by Dustin Elliott

by Laura Strickler

As I’ve mentioned previously, there are so many uses for the reverse mortgage program. I have helped several older homeowners use the equity in their current home to build another home elsewhere. More than one client built out of state to live closer to their children and grandchildren. That is a question I receive more often these days. Just so you can see how this would work, I have included a portion of a loan comparison for an 85 year old who is also thinking about pulling equity out of their current home to build another home closer to their loved ones.

Previous borrowers have pulled money out of their existing California home, built their second home near their family members, and then used their California home as their main residence, but spent the

Unlocking the Power of Home Equity

summer months at their new home. That lasted a few years, then as the borrowers got older, they eventually sold the California home and move out of state.

You can see in the loan comparison below that there is available cash of $231,088.45. That could be taken

all at once, or in smaller amounts. After the first year, there is an additional line of credit amount of $172,224.00.

As always, I’m here to provide you with all the information you need to make the best decision for this phase of your life.

Laura Strickler Retirement Loan Specialist EquitySmart Home Loans NMLS #315848 760-518-9839

lauras@equitysmartloans.com www.laurastrickler.com

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The Pastor says . . . The Followers

As a child, I was intrigued by the story of the Pied Piper. It told of a man who could play a tune and had the rats follow him. Then, the children followed him. It wasn’t so much the content that intrigued me, but the ability of a person who could do something to get a following. Such is the world we live in today. We have followers. Now, there is nothing wrong with being a follower. The problem is, who do we follow and for what purpose?

There is a religious call of Jesus Christ who calls people to follow him. He lived two thousand years ago. Why would we want to follow a person who lived so long ago? Who was he and what did he say? If we did follow him, where would he lead us? Many have had followers because of their claims. I think of some of the great philosophers who have had followers because of their ideas. We have witnessed the development of religious movements because of what people have said. For instance, Suddharta Gautama was a teacher who helped develop Buddhism. He has motivated thousands of people to follow that religion. Mohammed was the prime mover of a religion. Today, millions follow his teachings.

Suppose we add up all the followers of Jesus. He has inspired millions to follow him and his ideology since he invited people to do so. There would be millions. He used that expression many times. Once, he called his disciples to leave their boats and their occupation as fishermen. Once, he called Matthew the tax collector. Once, he called people to leave their social obligations (Matthew 4:18, 9:9, 8:22, 10:38). Is there any difference in following one or the other? And what do we do when we follow? Generally, it is following an example, enjoying a defined life and teaching, or even sacrificing for the cause of the one calling for one to follow

Following a person can be both rewarding and destructive. Today, we have followers everywhere. We closely follow politicians, watching everything they say and do. We follow the news and believe almost everything we hear. We follow movie stars and entertainers, like Taylor Swift. Many popular social figures have large followings because of their style and behavior. Most people have a favorite athletic team and know their statistics and social involvements. One notable example is the introduction of the Epstein files and stories. While the whole story is not known, it appears that many influential people followed the path to his island and attended events there.

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Pet Parade

Birdie is a 2-year-old, 54pound, female, Shepherd mix. Her owner said he didn’t have time for her, so he surrendered her to a shelter. She was transferred to Rancho Coastal Humane Society through Friends of County Animal Shelters - FOCAS. She’s an active girl who’s not sure what to do when she meets strangers. Her new family will need to be patient. Birdie needs positive reinforcement and a family that will keep her involved.

The $145 adoption fee for Birdie includes medical exam, spay, vaccinations, microchip, and a one-year license if her new home is in the jurisdiction of San Diego Humane Society.

For more information visit Rancho Coastal Humane Society in Encinitas, call 760-753-6413, or log on to www.SDpets.org. Open 11 to 4 every day but Tuesday

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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Escondido 3500 Burnet Drive

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Pet of the Week

Lika

Meet Lika, a sweet and sensitive girl in search of a loving new home! Lika can be a bit shy and wary of handling, so she’s looking for patient and understanding people who are willing to let her open up at her own pace. She thrives best with calm, respectful interactions and a home that won’t rush or push her before she’s ready. With time and trust, Lika is able to form meaningful bonds and show her affectionate, gentle nature. She does well with other dogs, though she may show some resource guarding that will need mindful management. Lika would do best in a cat-free home due to her strong chasing instincts, and in a household with older children only (12+). With the right environment and compassionate guidance, Lika (973782) has all the potential to blossom into a loyal and devoted companion! Visit San Diego Humane Society’s Escondido Campus at 3500 Burnet Drive to adopt her today! If you have questions about the adoption process, you can visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

Online profile: https://sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/animalsingle/?petId=973782

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Computer factory

845 W. san marcos blvd. 760-744-4315 thecomputerfactory.net

When the biggest company in the world, IBM, released the PC 5150 in mid 1981 it legitimatized and standardized the PC (personal computer) industry as no other company could. With its financial strength and historic knowledge base, consumers and business customers alike were assured of the success of the product and the financial stability of the company. It was a marriage made in heaven.

It is impossible to overstate the significance of IBM’s participation in the early introduction of the PC to the World. The PC was enthusiastically viewed by businesses and consumers alike as the key to education, communication and commercial success in the modern world. It was quickly and enthusiastically accepted around the globe. Within half a century, the PC has touched nearly every human endeavor.

“I have to spell D-I-N-N-E-R because if I say the word dinner out loud, my dog runs to his bowl and refuses to move until I feed him. It’s like living with a demanding little furry person who won’t take no for an answer.”

Dogs understand more than we give them credit for. Tamar Geller, author and host of “The Loved Dog,” says we should teach our dogs as many words as possible. Talk to them like they’re people. How much they understand depends on how much we talk to

Everyone could see how important computers are to modern life, but mainframe and mini-computer programs and maintenance are expensive to run and maintain. These big computers were fine for corporations and government operations because large operations could justify the costs but the overwhelming majority of private individuals and small business could not financially justify a dedicated mainframe or mini-server based network. But in the early 1970s software engineers began re-writing applications so they could run efficiently on PCs and PC networks. When IBM introduced the 5150 PC in 1981, software engineers were ready with pre-designed programs for use on individual and small business stand-alone PCs.

From 1981 to 2001 PC based stand-alone programs were standard for applications run in American homes and small businesses. By 2000 the Internet had about 100 million American customers. In 2001 the IW (intelligent web) was born featuring high speed, broad band Internet combined with AI (artificial intelligence). Between 2001 and 2010, IW connections in the USA grew from 100 million to nearly 240 million users. As Americans switched to the IW, they also switched from stand-alone applications to the less resource intensive and less costly Internet based applications programs.

Today the vast majority of home and small business PC users do not use high-task, stand-alone programs on their PCs. The Internet’s ever growing inventory of applications has reduced the requirement for local CPU speed, memory and

storage capacity. Internet server based applications are also less expensive than stand-alone applications.

Today, 2026, over 90% of Internet connected or LAN based PCs are simply “Internet terminals”. That means that the applications we use are installed upon Internet computers. All the “heavy lifting” is done by the Internet’s servers and our connection devices (DTs, LTs, All-in-Ones, Micros, Cell phones etc) today are nothing more than “Dumb Terminals” that display the solutions developed by Internet devices.

So the answer to the question posed in the title of this column is YES. In the next few years our slow “digital” network will disappear replaced by lightning fast “quantum” devices. How our interface devices will change is hard to imagine. How and whether we

survive the surge of Artificial Intelligence is also certainly another poser.

It would be nice if we could meet some form of intelligent life from our own galaxy and perhaps share some information and gossip a bit. According to the astronomers, with upwards of 400 billion stars in the Milky Way, there should be about 30 active civilizations at any given time right here in our home galaxy. (The Milky Way is one of two trillion galaxies in the universe) The average distance from our planet to another potential civilization within our Milky Way galaxy is estimated to be 17,000 light years, (the distance light travels in a year at 186,000 miles per second is 5.88 trillion miles) So it would take 34,000 years for me to send and receive a message (At the speed of light) from our neighbor. Between you and me, I think I’ll just wait for him to call me!

them, our tone of voice, and our enthusiasm. For example, we use different tones when we say, “I love you,” than when we say, “Get off the table!”

One of my friends says her dog understands “Do you want to....?” She doesn’t even need to finish the sentence. Whatever it is, her dog wants to.

Dogs learn the names of objects, like ball, squeaky toy, and leash. They learn their names plus their nicknames. Spot, Luna and Charlie might also respond to their nicknames of Punkin, Beannie Boy, or Macaroni.

My daughter, Kate, can’t say the word “walk” because her dog gets excited and runs to the door. She can still say “stroll.” We’ll see

how long that works.

Dogs learn our movements. My dog is relaxed until she sees me put on my shoes. We must be going somewhere. When I pick up the keys off the table, she runs to the door.

They don’t just learn words. They can understand phrases: Get your ball. Bring your leash. Time for bed. Ride in the car.

One of my grand dogs goes nuts when you say “Emma.” Emma is my youngest granddaughter, and clearly their dog’s favorite person. Just say the name Emma and the tail starts to wag.

My dog doesn’t know John or Barbara. But if I ask, “Where’s Mommy,” she knows that’s Barbara, the mommy lady who feeds her and rubs her tummy.

They learn “Good Dog! Kiss, Sit, Shake, Roll over.” The more we praise them for reacting the way we want them to, the more they learn.

An average dog can learn about 160 words. That’s as much as a 3-year-old human. So, whether you’re talking to a toddler or a Terrier, choose your words wisely.

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A giver of wise words . . . but a terrible cabinet maker. ***

When I looked out my window, I saw people jogging.

It inspired me to get up and close the curtains. ***

Why did no one warn me that one day you get a little tired . . . then stay that way the rest of your life?

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If you’re nice to proofreaders, they’ll save your as. ***

Long live the Queen! Elizabeth has been on the throne for 60 years. Man, after 10 minutes on the throne my legs fall asleep. ~ Bobby Rich

***

My girlfriend and I walked past a swanky new restaurant last night.

“Did you smell that food?” she asked. “Incredible!”

Being the nice guy I am, I thought, “What the heck, I’ll treat her!” So we walked past it again.

This pretty well sums it all up!

The guys at the barber shop asked

me what actress I would like to be stuck in an elevator with.

I told them the one who knows how to fix elevators.

I’m old, tired and pee a lot. ***

On March 10, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell made the first phone call ever.

Fifteen minutes later, he was notified, by phone, that his car’s extended warranty had expired.

Underneath my outside face

There’s a face that none can see.

A little less smiley, A little less sure, But a whole lot more like me. ~ Shel Silverstein, Underface

My stomach is flat. It’s just that the L is silent.

Commas are important:

No more tequila. No, more tequila.

***

I went to an alcoholics anonymous meeting.

Anonymous, my ass. I knew everyone there.

First, I Discovered America, Then i discovered

The Paper

Ever since I can remember I’ve had the burning desire to discover new places, new adventures. Because of this, I set out to discover a new country . . . and I was successful. I even ventured inland a great many miles where I discovered a place I called Minnesota. “This,” I thought, “would be a great place for Scandinavians.” So I headed back to Norway to recruit settlers. While I was gone, some clown named Columbus claimed he discovered America. Life ain’t fair. Except life also gave us The Paper. I read it whenever and wherever I go exploring and only buy from those who advertise in The Paper. It’s a Viking thing. Your friend, Eric the Red

12th Annual Mariachi Festival and Tacos & Tequila Tasting at California Center for the arts

By Edward Becerra Mariachi Champaña Nevin.

Route 78 Rotary presents its 12th Annual Mariachi Festival at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Sunday, March 8. Their signature VIP Tacos & Tequila pre-concert event runs from 12–2:30 in the Center’s Conference Center and features a complete Mexican food buffet, free Tequila tasting, free Mezcal tasting, and a live auction of top-shelf tequilas. The Mariachi Concert follows in the Concert Hall from 3–5:30 pm.

This year, Mariachi Garibaldi from Southwestern College will open,

Letters from page 6

those Hollywood stars and see all the magic shows there! A dream come true since it is the world’s most private nightclub & restaurant.

From Jenny Townsend, North San Diego County

Just read the article of the day the music died by Friedrich Gomez.

I was 15 and allowed to listen to AFN in Germany when the crash happened. Flying was considered dangerous then but reading the whole background of the bands story makes it so much sadder. I almost cried at the details.

10 years later I ended up as a stewardess for Pan American Airways. Life is interesting.

Thank you for such an interesting paper.

followed by Mariachi Champaña Nevin. Dr. Jeff Nevin directs both groups, blending traditional mariachi music with a classical twist. LuMaya, “little girl with the big voice,” will also be featured, along with Folkloric dancers from Tierra Caliente Academy of Arts.

Route 78 Rotary is unique in that it is focused on the Latino community throughout North County. Proceeds from the concert are distributed to nonprofits from North County and include youth leadership programs (MANA and Encuentros); Empowering Latino Futures (Education Begins in the Home, the Latino Book & Family Festival); folklorico groups including Tierra Caliente Academy of Arts; and organizations assisting families in food assistance, as well as international groups including the Thousand Smiles Clinic in Ensenada; a medical clinic in Zimbabwe; and efforts for polio prevention around the world.

The Route 78 Rotary Club meets in Escondido twice a month at Cocina del Charro and is actively seeking new members.

Tickets for the Festival can be purchased online. Concert-only tickets start at only $25.

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County Launches aging dashboard to support older adults

By Cassie N. Saunders, County of San Diego Communications Office

The County launched a new Aging Dashboard this week, providing the public and policymakers an interactive way to track key metrics impacting the region’s growing population of older adults.

Modeled after California’s Master Plan for Aging, the dashboard features data on more than 50 indicators related to housing, health, inclusion and equity, caregiving, and affordability.

“These indicators help serve as guideposts for understanding trends and identifying opportunities to improve the quality of life and social drivers of health for older adults, people 60 years or older,” said Dr. Sayone Thihalolipavan, M.D., M.P.H., County public health officer.

“The Aging Dashboard is an important step in ensuring that our programs and policies meet the needs of San Diego County’s growing senior population,” said Allison

Boyer, County director of Aging & Independence Services (AIS). “It gives us the data we need to plan effectively and promote equity.”

The number of adults aged 60 and older in San Diego County is projected to increase to more than 824,500 by 2029.

The dashboard is available on the Community Health Statistics Unit website at https://www. sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/ hhsa/programs/phs/community_health_statistics/SeniorData. html#agingdashboard, offering interactive charts and insights to the region’s aging population. It also highlights the County’s efforts to support healthy aging.

For resources and assistance for older adults, people with disabilities and their families, call the AIS Call Center at 1-800-339-4661.

The dashboard reflects the County’s commitment to supporting older adults and aligns with the Aging Roadmap, a strategic guide for creating age-friendly communities.

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The event will feature an exhibitor fair, informative presentations, health screenings, and interactive skill-building workshops.

To register for the event as a participant or exhibitor, please visit www.bit.ly/dementiaskills26. Alternatively, participants can register by email (HealthierLiving.HHSA@sdcounty.ca.gov) or phone (858-495-5500).

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The good LifE at miraCosta College

Meetings will be held in person at the MiraCosta College, Oceanside Campus, at 1:00 pm in the Board Room, of the Administration Building (Building 1000) and by the Internet Application ZOOM.

Feb. 20 1:00 The Silk Road Lee Wakefield Lee Wakefield will discuss the Silk Road and its impact on Western Civilization. There are many technological, historical, and medicinal developments that results in this “Super Highway” from China, thru Central Asia and culminating in Italy.

Feb 20 2:30 Chinese Lunar New Year MiraCosta College Students Students will educate us on the origin, meaning and customs of the celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year.

Feb 27 1:00 MCC Theater play “Cinderella” Tracy Williams, MCC Director

Tracy Williams and her students will give us a glimpse into the upcoming performance of the play “Cinderella”. You will be treated to a magical night at the ball—complete with charming princes, feisty fairy godmothers and a pumpkin carriage with flair.

Feb 27 2:30 Buena Vista Audubon Report Natalie Shapiro, Buena Vista Audubon

Have you ever wondered about the Buena Vista Lagoon? Learn the history of the Lagoon, how it became filled in with cattails and muck and what is being done to restore it.

To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 pm (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1:00 pm. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com.

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music men seeking guys Who Like to Harmonize

If you’re a male, high-school age or older, who LOVES SINGING and would like to try close-harmony singing, consider visiting a Music

Men Chorus rehearsal in January 2026. The Music Men are a men’s a cappella (no accompaniment) choir that performs 4-part, closeharmony songs arranged Barbershop Style, with ringing chords. We are a non-profit chorus affiliated with the Barbershop Harmony Society. We sing a variety of song styles, including romantic ballads, movie/show tunes, patriotic songs, Pop, and Christmas holiday songs. We perform at both public (libraries, community centers, sporting events) and private (retirement communities, HOA functions, birthday/anniversary parties) venues throughout North San Diego County. On Valentine’s Day, quartets from the chorus deliver Singing Valentines in the community, one of our most enjoyable activities.

We are seeking singers in all 4 voice parts: Lead (2nd tenor range, sings song melody), Bass (lowest harmony part), Tenor (1st tenor range, highest harmony part), and Baritone (2nd tenor range, sings both above and below the Lead part). YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE ABLE TO READ MUSIC TO SING WITH US! We will do a simple voice check: Can you match a pitch and can you repeat a tune? We provide audio learning tracks to help you learn your part. Also, our veteran singers in your part will help you.

If you are looking for a challenge in 2026, would like to make new friends, and just plain have fun singing with a group of dedicated guys, make a New Year’s Resolution to visit a Music Men Chorus rehearsal and see/hear what we’re all about. We meet at 7 pm on Tuesday evenings at San Marcos Lutheran Church, 3419 Grand Avenue, in Luther Hall. For more information, visit www.musicmenchorus.org.

*** Chess at Park avenue Community Center

Home of Escondido senior Center 210 Park Avenue, Escondido 760-839-4688

Adults of all skill levels are welcome. Drop in anytime Wednesday OR Friday noon-3pm to play or watch in the shuffleboard building. Follow the signs or ask at the front desk for directions. Friendly games with large boards and pieces provided. No fees or reservations.

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Vista Library Writers’ Workshops

This spring, the Vista Library welcomes back its popular series of in-person writers’ workshops—three lively sessions led by local authors exploring craft, publishing and the creative process. These free workshops are open to writers of all levels, with registration opening one month prior to each event. Visit sdcl.org/vista to sign up.

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same: care deeply, listen honestly, and lead boldly.

Rebecca’s current initiatives include leading San Marcos toward becoming the first “Blue Zone” in San Diego County. The Blue Zones Project focuses on improving longevity and community health by shaping local environments around wellness. For Rebecca, this is a natural extension of her lifelong commitment to quality of life.

“I want people to live long, healthy, meaningful lives in a city that supports them,” she says.

As she continues her campaign for County Supervisor, Rebecca remains committed to grassroots efforts. She’s not backed by a political machine—does not have the budget her main opponent has; she’s supported by the everyday residents who have seen her leadership in action.

She says,”my priorities are clear: keeping our neighborhoods safe, protecting working families from rising costs, and preserving the high quality of life that makes San Diego County such a special place to live.

It is clear to me that we have two outstanding candidates for the 5th District Supervisor chair. Whoever wins will have some big shoes to fill. We love Jim Desmond and the job he has done and regret he is termed out . . but what a lovely problem to have . . . two top candidates for an important position.

The 5th District covers the northernmost part of San Diego County, and is more commonly known as “North County”, with approximately 700,000 residents. The 5th District is the largest, making up over 51% of the entire county.

The Paper will be making an endorsement as we get closer to the primary election. Stay tuned!

Travels with lyle: last Thursday was a bit of an adventure. We had a 4pm medical appointment, routine, at the VA Hospital in La Jolla. Upon leaving the hospital and heading for the freeway I heard a “clickety-clack, clickety-clack” noise. “Friedrich,” I said, “is that our car or a car close to us.”

“I dunno but I hear it too.” We got on the freeway and the noise disappeared. Smooth driving all the way home to Escondido. As we rolled into Escondido and got into the lower, slower gears, the noise reappeared. We made it home, went into the house, and mentioned the noise to my son, Ken He went

out and checked, came back in and said, “dad, you’ve a bad flat tire!”

We had driven all the way from LaJolla to Escondido with a flat left rear tire! It is good the flat was not on a front tire as we would not have had steering control.

Friday morning AAA came within a half hour, removed the badly damaged tire, replaced it with our spare; off to Discount Tire at Washington and Broadway; 45 minutes and we were good to go!

Earlier last week son Ken and I journeyed to Baja, California to take care of some business. That was really nice! About a 1 hour, 45 minute drive both ways . . . which gave us lots of time to talk. I don’t see that much of Ken; he’s always so busy with his business as am I with mine . . so we don’t get to talk that often. This time we did . . . and I loved it! We need to do that more often.

Spring is not far off ... just around the corner. I can hardly wait. Betcha a nickle. . . no, make that a dime . . . that you are as anxious to see spring as I am.

In analyzing the issue of following, I suspect most people are followers. When the Pied Piper is playing the right tune, there will often be a following. Doing so without thought or consideration. Was Jesus like the Pied Piper? In some ways, he was. Thousands of people followed the crowds to the lakeshore. They wanted to go where the action was. They wanted to see and hear. Such is the nature of the follower: new products, ideas, promises, opportunities, and even religious movements beckon followers. In the invitation of Jesus to follow him, there was always a price to pay. There was a duty to perform and a life to change. Jesus outlines this call to follow. Yet, what will we follow? The broad path is appealing, as seen in the Epstein drama. The narrow path requires thought, commitment, and discipline. It is a daily challenge to determine which path we follow.

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STATEMENT 2026-9001031

The name of the businesss: Uberdog, Uberdog Dynamic Pet Training, located at 1702 Tamarme Terrace, Escondido, CA 92025. Registrant, Jessica Koester, 1702 Tamarme Terrace, Escondido, CA 92025. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business 1/21/2014 /s/ Jessica Koester with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 1/15/2026

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9000794

The name of the businesss: Lavanta Bakery & Cafe, Lavanta Sweets & Cafe, located at 12788 Rancho Penasquitos Blvd., San Diego, CA 92129. Registrant, Fatemeh Mousavi, 12788 Rancho Penasquitos Blvd., San Diego, CA 92129. This businesss is operated by an Individual. First day of business 1/13/2026 /s/ Fatemeh Mousavi with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 1/13/2026

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9000493

The name of the businesss: LL Storybooks, located at 1137 Glen Ellen Pl., San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Michael Jonathan Romero, 1137 glen Ellen Pl., San Marcos, CA 92078. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business N/A /s/ Michael Jonathan Romero with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/8/2026

1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12/2026

ordEr To sHoW CausE for CHaNgE of NamE 26CU000233N TO ALL INTERESTED PER-

SONS: Tammy-Marie Ashley Wallace Manpioper filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Tammy-Marie Ashley Wallace Manpioper to Proposed name Tammy-Marie Ashley Manpioper. 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: February 20, 2026, 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, 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 January 6, 2026 /s/ Hon. Brad A. Weinreb, Judge of the Superior Court 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12/2026

fiCTiTious b usi NE ss NamE STATEMENT 2025-9022559

The name of the businesss: Mayari Glow Wellness, located at 11526 Via Santa Brisa, San Diego, CA 92131. Registrant, Advanced Nursing Rx, Professional Corporation, 11526 Via Santa Brisa, San Diego, CA 92131. This businesss is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business N/A /s/ Shadette Soriano, CEO, Owner with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 12/1/2025 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12/2026

fiCTiTious b usi NE ss NamE STATEMENT 2026-9001477

The name of the businesss: Elegante Beauty Salon and Barbershop, located at 419 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA 92084. Registrant, Ana Maria Mercado, 419 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA 92084. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business 1/1/2026 /s/ Ana Mercado with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 1/22/2026 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19/2026

fiCTiTious b usi NE ss NamE STATEMENT 2026-9001443

The name of the businesss: Christina Fountain, located at 671 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd., Apt 339, San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Christina Rose Brooks, 671 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd., Apt 339, San Marcos, CA 92078. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business N/A

/s/ Christina Rose Brooks with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/22/2026 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19/2026

fiCTiTious b usi NE ss NamE STATEMENT 2025-9022208

The name of the businesss: ProTherapeutics Massage Clinic, Pro-Therapeutics Massage, located at 4420 Hotel Circle Court Ste 245, San Diego, CA 92108. Registrant, Markus Jamsheed Pourarbab, 450 Yucca Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028. This businesss is operated by an Individual. First day of business 11/12/2025 /s/ Markus Jamsheed Pourarbab with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 11/21/2025 12/18, 12/25/2025, 1/1, 1/8/2026

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STATEMENT 2025-9023443

The name of the businesss: First Expressions, located at 1582 W. San Marcos Blvd., Suite 301, San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, first Expressions Speech Language Pathology Services Inc., 30586 N. Gate Lane, Murrieta, CA 92563. This businesss is operated by a Corporation. First day of business 11/1/2025 /s/ Jason R. Bergancia, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 12/15/2025 12/18, 12/25/2025, 1/1, 1/8/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9001885

The name of the businesss: Trustpoint Services, located at 685 Dane Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Chassidy Dawn Sutton, 685 Dane Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business N/A /s/ Chassidy Dawn Sutton with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/26/2026 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19/2026

sTaTEmENT of abaNdoNmENT of usE

LEGALS

of fiCTiTious busiNEss NamE: 2026-9000725

Arangos Cleaning Services, located at 709 Sylvis Way, San Marcos, CA 92078. The Fictitious Business Name referred to above was filed in San Diego County on 1/21/2022 and assigned file no. 2022-9001704.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IS BEING ABANDONED BY: Apolinar Sanchez Arango, 709 Sylvis Way, San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is conducted by an Individual. 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/Juan Antonio Gonzalez

This statement was filed with the San Diego Recorder/County clerk on 1/13/2026. 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

fiCTiTious b usi NE ss NamE STATEMENT 2026-9000726

The name of the businesss: Arangos Cleaning Services, located at 3919 Las Cruces Ave., San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Baby Perez Santiago, 3919 Las Cruces Ave., San Marcos, CA 92078. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business 1/13/2026 /s/ Baby Perez Santiago with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/13/2026 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9001212

The name of the businesss: Altered Air, located at 831 Nordahl Rd., #E, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, John Rigo, 831 Nordahl Rd., #E, San Marcos, CA 92069. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business N/A /s/ John Rigo with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 1/20/2026

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2025-9023461

The name of the businesss: Bojorquez Coatings, located at 3512 Barranca Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, OB&J Logistics LLC, 3512 Barranca Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069. This businesss is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business 12/15/2025 /s/ Orlando Bojorquez Retes, Member with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 12/15/2025 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9000974

The name of the businesss: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Oceanside, Gracie Oceanside, located at 3529 Cannon Rd., 2A, Oceanside, CA 92056. Registrant, Ibjjl & Events LLC, 3529 Cannon Rd., 2A, Oceanside, CA 92056. This businesss is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business N/A /s/ Thiago Gaia T O Marques, Manager with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/15/2026 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9000480

The name of the businesss: Orangecad USA, located at 310 Via Vera Cruz Ste 208, San Marcos,

CA 92078-2632. Registrant, Cardiff Biomedical LLC, 310 via Vera Cruz Ste 208, San Marcos, CA 92078-2632. This businesss is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business 10/1/2024

/s/ Patrick Carmichael, Managing Member with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/8/2026

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9001874

The name of the businesss: Homicidal Death Worm, located at 590 Camino de la Cima, San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Emily Michele Eubanks, 590 Camino de la Cima, San Marcos, CA 92078. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business 1/4/2021

/s/ Emily M. Eubanks with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/26/2026

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9001600

The name of the businesss: Southwest Electric, located at 1322 Partridge Lane, Oceanside, CA 92054. Registrant, Southwest Electric, 1322 Partridge Lane, Oceanside, CA 92054. This businesss is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business N/A

/s/ Jeff Bell, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/23/2026

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2025-9024406

The name of the businesss: Togashi Charters, located at 3436 Ricewood Drive, Oceanside, CA 92058. Registrant, David G. Togashi Jr., 3436 Ricewood Drive, Oceanside, CA 92058. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business 12/30/2025 /s/ David G. Togashi Jr. with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 12/31/2025

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9001164

The name of the businesss: Mata Landgreen Landscaping, located at 345 Poinsettia Ave., Vista, CA 92083. Registrant, Carlos David Mata, 345 Poinsettia Ave., Vista, CA 92083. This businesss is operated by an Individual. First day of business N/A /s/ Carlos D. Mata with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 1/20/2026

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9000546

The name of the businesss: Waterline Woodwork, located at 836 Warmlands Ave., Vista, CA 92084. Registrant, Robert Scott Burt, 836 Warmlands Ave., Vista, CA 92084. This businesss is operated by an Individual. First day of business 12/1/2025 /s/ Burt Perez Santiago with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/9/2026

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9001435

The name of the businesss: Rooted Hair Studio, located at 1560 Creek St., San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Melinda Sue Taylor, 1560 Creek St., San Marcos, CA 92078. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business N/A

/s/ Melinda Sue Taylor with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/22/2026 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9002736

The name of the businesss: Pelican Restoration, Pelican Water Restoration of North County San Diego, Pelican Labs, located at 1804 Sugarbush Drive, Vista, CA 92084. Registrant, Pelican Operations, LLC, 1804 Sugarbush Drive, Vista, CA 92084. This businesss is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business 1/26/2026 /s/ Jared Sutton, CEO/Owner with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 2/5/2026 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5/2026

fiCTiTious b usi NE ss NamE STATEMENT 2026-9002168

The name of the businesss: Eat your Feelings, located at 8141 Fairview Ave., La Mesa, CA 91941. Registrant, ABBC LLC, 8141 Fairview Ave., La Mesa, CA 91941. This businesss is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business 1/28/2026 /s/ Andrew K. Bent, Member with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/29/2026

2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9001095

The name of the businesss: Y.A. Landscaping, located at 3772 San Ramon Dr., Apt #99, Oceanside, CA 92057. Registrant, Yarabit Ochoa, PO Box 1226, San Marcos, CA 92079. This businesss is operated by an Individual.

First day of business 1/16/2026

/s/ Yarabit Ochoa with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/ Recorder of San Diego on 1/16/2026 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9002205

The name of the businesss: Animal Attraction, located at 6188 Regents Rd., San Diego, CA 92122. Registrant, Groomer Collective LLC, 1902 Wright Pl., #200, Carlsbad, 92008. This businesss is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business N/A /s/ angelo Amaro, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 2/5/2026

2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5/2026

sTaTEmENT of abaNdoNmENT of usE of fiCTiTious busiNEss NamE: 2026-9002204

Animal Attraction, located at 6108 Regents Rd., San Diego, CA 92122. The Fictitious Business Name referred to above was filed in San Diego County on 11/3/2021 and assigned file no. 2021-9024660.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME IS BEING ABANDONED BY: Nancy Lorraine Jones, 6108 Regents Rd., San Diego, CA 92122. This business is conducted by an Individual. 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/Nancy Jones

This statement was filed with

the San Diego Recorder/County clerk on 1/29/2026. 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5/2026

fiCTiTious b usi NE ss NamE STATEMENT 2026-9000875

The name of the businesss: ProSource Restoration, Inc., located at 315 S. Coast Hwy 101 #U262, Encinitas, CA 92024. Registrant, Pro-Source Restoration, Inc., 315 S. Coast Hwy 101 #U262, Encinitas, CA 92024. This businesss is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business 5/10/2021 /s/ Glenn Wells, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 1/24/2026 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9002636

The name of the businesss: Quickdraw Window Washing, located at 1116 Sea Glass Way, Oceanside, CA 92054. Registrant, Richard Grant McRoberts, 1116 Sea Glass Way, Oceanside, CA 92054. This businesss is operated by an Individual. First day of business N/A /s/ richard Grant McRoberts with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 2/4/2026

2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12/2026

fiCTiTious b usi NE ss NamE STATEMENT 2026-9002945

The name of the businesss: Titti Beach And Fit, located at 2748 Adrian Street, San Diego, CA 92110. Registrant, Margarida Mendes Simao Pinto, 2748 Adrian Street, San Diego, CA 92110. This businesss is operated by an Individual. First day of business 2/9/2026 /s/ Margarida Mendes Simao Pinto with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 2/9/2026

2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12/2026

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STATEMENT 2026-9003044

The name of the businesss: Pulsestrat Leadership, located at 3208 Toopal Drive, Oceanside, CA 92058. Registrant, Pulsepoint Leadership LLC, 3208 toopal Drive, Oceanside, CA 92058. This businesss is operated by a Limited Liability Company. First day of business 2/7/2026 /s/ Michelle Tressler, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 2/10/2026

2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12/2026

fiCTiTious b usi NE ss NamE STATEMENT 2026-9002720

The name of the businesss: Mixelada King, located at 2404 Grove View Rd., San Diego, CA 92139. Registrant, Adrian Maldo ado, 2356 Reo Dr., #390303, San Diego, CA 92139. This businesss is operated by an Individual. First day of business 4/4/2025 /s/ Adrian Maldonado with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 12/5/2026

2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12/2026