July 3, 2025

July 3, 2025

Volume 55 - No. 27

The Bee Dilemma

Help Save The Bees Pastor Richard Huls, an avid beekeeper.

by Pastor Richard Huls an Avid Beekeeper There have been numerous appeals for information and funding efforts to save the bees. These appeals have sparked public awareness of a crisis involving the decline of the bee population, with articles about the disappearance of the coveted honey bee. The appeal to save the bees stems from the fear that this loss will deprive us of pollination for fruits, vegetables, and any plant with flowers. If there is no pollination, there will be no fruit. Thus, ef-

forts continue to ensure that people do everything possible to save the bees.

The real issue is finding the cause of the honeybees’ disappearance.

Where have all the bees gone? From a practical standpoint, we don’t have to go far to find the answer. All we have to do is take a walk outside.

Instead of open fields with natural flora, we see cement sidewalks, thousands of houses, and the development of industrial buildings. What natural growth there is, is scant. The bee is handicapped and has no flora

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to gather nectar for food, let alone enough for honey production. This is especially true in areas of commercial development. The bee population in these areas is depleted, except for a few bee hobbyists and feral bee colonies. The complaint is that there are no bees. There are a few flowers in backyards and occasionally a fruit tree, such as an orange or lemon, but not much else.

There isn’t enough to sustain many local bee colonies.

This change has occurred over the last forty years. Before this massive

development, honey production and the bee population in San Diego County were at their highest. Today, it would not matter if we saved every little swarm in a wall, under a tile roof, or in a water control box.

There just isn’t enough for the bees to harvest for their livelihood.

There is the matter of Neonicotinoids, which scientists constantly study as a threat to bee survival.

Neonics are a type of deadly insecticide sold by Bayer and used by growers to control insects that threaten their crops. In areas where

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Bees from page 1 these crops are grown, beekeepers maintain bee colonies that pollinate them. Thousands of acres are planted yearly for crop production, often consumed by the average household. Without pesticides and herbicides, there would be no superabundance that we enjoy in our supermarkets.

Along with this are the crops grown for seed production, which all require pollination. However, there is also the threat of insects and diseases. The bees work in these fields for the nectar, their primary food source. Hence, the bees become contaminated while pollinating the crops. The poor farmer is caught in what is known as Catch22. Given all the warnings about the devastating and toxic effects of neonicotinoids, he wants to protect the bees. Still, he also wants a productive crop for his own welfare and the benefit of every consumer in the marketplace. The Catch-22 is the dilemma faced by modern farmers and beekeepers.

Give Us This Day Our Daily Chuckle

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

I see on the news they are suggesting checking on the elderly due to the heat.

I’m usually up by 7am; bring donuts. *** If it walks like a duck and talks like a duck, you’re drunk.

Ducks don’t talk. *** I have been alive for 86 years. Not once have I ever seen a Chinese Food commercial. *** I can’t prove this but I swear I think I used to be smarter, funnier

What can we do about this problem? I have been a beekeeper for over 70 years and have witnessed this subtle change. When I first started, my bees would produce seventy to a hundred pounds of honey a year, and the hive could sustain itself throughout the year, even in winter. The average number of bees in a hive was at least sixty thousand. There was only one known pathogen or disease I had to worry about, and I easily solved it. Solving the problems is not the way it is today. Beekeepers face a growing number of issues.

The first is colony collapse disorder. It is when you think everything is fine, only to check the hive and find that the bees have disappeared. Where did they go? No one really knows. Many theories have been proposed, including the idea that aliens stole the bees. A more practical answer is that the bees have weakened, and the queen, the colony’s leader, decides it’s time to vacate the hive with her family to a better residence. Vacating the hive wouldn’t be so bad, but many colonies from an apiary will often follow, sometimes up to a quarter of the total amount. Some beekeep-

ers lose an average of twenty-five percent of their colonies annually, and some even more. This loss is true throughout the country and the world. To maintain an adequate bee supply for agricultural production, it is necessary to replenish the population through hive splitting or purchasing commercially produced and boxed bees for shipment. Why is this happening to the bee population?

and less tired.

I wonder if my recorded call has ever been used for training or quality purposes.

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Studies in bee culture in universities and bee specialty groups spend countless hours and dollars trying to figure it out. Another easy answer is that the bees have become weakened by the widespread use of pesticides.

A more pernicious problem is with mites that came to this country and most other countries from Asia around 1982. Every bee location, except Hawaii and New Zealand, is affected by this affliction and has to work tirelessly to combat it. Two varieties present a constant threat. Once they enter the hive, they weaken the bees, and it’s only a matter of time before the hive dies from the resulting weak-

ness. Beekeepers must constantly monitor the hive to control mites with special treatments. As if this isn’t enough, a new mite is moving across Asia, threatening the rest of the world’s beekeepers. Maintaining all of this costs approximately $300 per year per hive.

Today’s return on this investment is marginal, with an average honey production of 60 pounds per hive.

Approximately 2,000 beekeepers keep 1 to 10 hives. With both commercial and industrial beekeepers, there are approximately two million colonies of bees in the U.S. and about 3,000 commercial beekeepers. Most of the financial return is made by leasing the bees for pollination, especially for almonds and fruit crops, which average $300,000 per season. Locally, the bees are transported to the Imperial Valley to pollinate seed crops, including alfalfa, onions, sunflowers, and broccoli.

People often have a misconception about the science of beekeeping.

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You offer a sincere compliment to someone on their mustache and suddenly she’s no longer your friend.

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The man who invented autocorrect should burn in hello.

Whoever came up with the spelling of “receipt” is an idiotpt.

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Caution ladies: Drinking before pregnancy can cause pregnancy.

You’re welcome.

It’s been so hot my garlic took its cloves off.

Wisdom doesn’t come with age. A moron doesn’t become wise when he grows old; he just becomes an old moron.

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If you watch Jaws backwards it becomes a heartwarming story where a shark gives arms and legs to disabled folks.

I have a lifetime contract. That means I can’t be fired during the third quarter if we’re ahead and moving the ball.

Lou Holtz, Arkansas football coach

*** The Bladder O simple little body part I knowest when and where thou art Thy presence wakens me from slumberous sleep since infancy Amidst such pleasant dreams thy tiny voice screams and screams So arise I do and walk the hall to answer thine own incessant call And when it’s o’er when you’ve had your tinkle I trudge back to bed with one more wrinkle An aged man I’ve become I’ll say no more, I shall be mum Oh, little bladder, you can be mean actions of yours are readily seen To be full of mischief, full of guile you torment an old, old gent . . . by name of lyle ***

*** There once was a man from Nantucket who kept all his wealth in a bucket then his daughter Nan ran off with a man and as for the bucket, Nantucket *** Unknown to most theologians . . there was a fourth wise man . . . but he was turned away as he brought fruit cake. *** The police came to my door this morning and said my two dogs had chased someone on a bike.

I told the officer he must be joking

I won’t know until my barber tells me on Monday.

Knute Rockne, when asked why Notre Dame had lost a game I tell him “Attaway to hit, George.”

Jim Frey, K.C. Royals manager when asked what advice he gives George Brett on hitting I learned a long time ago that “minor surgery” is when they do the operation on someone else, not you.

Bill Walton, Portland Trial Blazers Our biggest concern this season will be diaper rash.

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This practice has been around for centuries. The Egyptians transported bee colonies up and down the Nile as far back as 3,000 years ago. They knew where to put the bees when the trees along the Nile were in bloom. They especially wanted the honey for the Royalty because they believed it was food for the gods. It was so precious that they mummified the Pharaohs with honey, as evidenced by the discovery in the Pharaoh’s tombs to this day.

We are often led to believe that bees collect honey, which is then ingested by the hive. Actually, the process of converting it into honey begins within the hive, but only after the colony’s workforce has reduced the moisture to 15 percent. Reducing moisture gives honey its most enduring quality: it never spoils. The finished product, known as honey, can have as many different tastes as the flowers the bees visit when they collect nectar and pollen, which they inadvertently pollinate.

The concern on behalf of those who want to save the bees is noble, but it’s more than just getting a peach, apple, or melon. It preserves one of nature’s most precious gifts. However, knowing that our country’s relatively recent honeybees would be good. Honeybees arrived on this continent with the early settlers, as did most of our fruits, including melons, cucumbers, grapes, and other floral crops. Even the most feared Africanized bee is a recent arrival. Still, it is also a blessing because it is stronger and more resilient in combating diseases and mites that threaten the loss of our most docile and calm bee population, which has been with us since the 1600s and arrived with the first settlers. This bee, known as the Italian bee, spreads throughout the country by swarming naturally to maintain a viable and productive colony through self-regulation of its size.

What is the future of pollination, which is essential to both the production and reproduction processes? One of the fascinating aspects of nature is its ability to protect itself. With the creation of flowers, bees emerged to facilitate the reproductive process through pollination, which was made possible by their actions. Pollination is an evolution, just as nature has a way to adjust to any needs for its existence. Today, while bees are essential for pollination, many other forces also play a role in pollination. We have wind, insects, birds, and some crops that self-pollinate.

We can hand-pollinate, such as with dates, corn, and cherimoyas.

While the Africanized bee, presented as a threat in movies, has proven itself a blessing, it is no more dangerous than a rattlesnake or traffic on the freeway. We will almost certainly have bees with us much longer than most of us will be around. There is always a need for caution with a new species and a call for appreciation as nature works out its own needs and waits for them to be fulfilled. Even with concerns about the decline of bees and their impact on productivity, we are experiencing a production rate unmatched in human history.

Save the bees,’ yes, but bow before the mystery of nature’s way of taking care of itself and not abuse the process with our extremes.

There is another consideration in “Saving the Bees.” It is the beekeeper’s determination. There is such a love for bees that people will almost pay any price to keep them. It is not only the honey but also the pollen and even pollination that have sparked a fascination for this insect, which God and nature have blessed us with. Millions of dollars are spent on research with a desire to discover the mysteries of bee behavior.

There is an endless publication of materials about the bee. Bees are trained and used in the detection of criminal activity. The beekeeper is not about to surrender to the doomsday prophets of the bee’s demise. Almost daily, new products are available to combat emerging viruses and invasive mites from various parts of the world. While costs are often an issue for novice beekeepers (and there are many, especially females, who are enamored with the bees), there are thousands who are ready to give beekeeping a try. The novice backyard and hobbyist beekeeper will keep the bee population surviving.

It is a love for the bee that will assure the survival of the bee. This is evident not only in the lucrative use of bees but also as a source of wealth, as demonstrated in the life of Lynda Resnick, one of the wealthiest women in the agricultural field, with a net worth of $6.3 billion, who maintains the largest bee population in the country. Investors have confidence in the future of the bee.

Just remember when you see a bee.

Please don’t kill it because you’re afraid of it. Even if it stings you, unless you are very allergic to its venom, and there are ways to combat that effect with the right medicine, let the bee live to do its work.

It has taken a lot to keep it alive.

Offer a word of thanks for this survival, spanning thousands of years historically and less than five hundred years in the Americas, when you marvel at one of humanity’s most ingenious and precious gifts on this earth, the bee.

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Friends of Daley Ranch Learn All About Snakes July 13th • 11am Join the Friends of Daley Ranch and Tom from Tom’s Snakes and Rattlesnake Rescue on Sunday, July 13, at 11 am to learn more about the snakes found in San Diego! Tom has trained several people, such as firefighters, rangers, and outdoor educators, on how to safely identify, capture, and release rattlesnakes keeping both people and the snake safe. The presentation is free and will be at the Ranch House. Water will be available as well as a light snack provided by Jimbo’s.

This free quarterly Daley Ranch Discussions With Friends is sponsored by FODR to offer the community interesting and informative topics that relate to the 3000 acre Daley Ranch Preserve.

Guests may hike up to the Ranch House or take advantage of a free shuttle service starting at 9:30 from the La Honda parking area.

Please note that the shuttle will have a new step up for easier access. RSVP’s are required. Visit https://daleyranch.org/rsvpdaleyranchdiscussion/ *** Rotary Club of Carlsbad Wine & Food Festival Fundraiser July 26th • 4pm-9pm The Rotary Club of Carlsbad Wine and Food Festival Fundraiser returns Saturday July, 26th, 2025 at Viasat East Pavilion. One of the largest wine and food festivals in North County San Diego.

The annual event starts at 4pm through to 9pm and benefits 9 charities. All beneficiaries of this fundraiser are 501(c)(3) nonprofits. All but $50 of each ticket is tax deductible.

Carlsbad Wine & Food Festival will offer guests the chance to sample wine from over 28 wineries from San Diego County, Paso Robles, Temecula, Santa Ynez, and the Sierra Foothills.

Tickets are available for now at https://carlsbadwineandfoodfestival.com . Early Bird Special pric-

ing available through July 12th.

Rotary is a worldwide organization of more than 1.2 million business, professional, and community leaders. Members of Rotary clubs, known as Rotarians, provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. *** The Good LIFE at MiraCosta College Oceanside Campus A Lifelong Learning Group 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. July 11 1:00 “I Got This!” Eric Blehm, Author Eric Blehm presents an unforgettable keynote exploring the life of Navy SEAL Adam Brown, based on his book “Fearless”, a story of grit, redemption and fearless character.

July 11 2:30 LIFE 30th Anniversary Celebration July 18 1:00 World Travel Lee Wakefield, Security Specialist Sentir Global Corporation Lee Wakefield is a security specialist who travels around the world.

Sentir Global is a world-class intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and training organization.

Their training courses develop keen observation skills through innovative and unique training programs. Training courses empower security officers with the knowledge and skill set to detect potentially threatening events before they happen, saving their lives, and the lives of others.

July 18 2:30 Lilian J. Rice’s Journey Through Spain: The Untold Inspiration Behind Rancho Santa Fe Diane Welch Lilian J. Rice was a remarkable female architect, designing and building in the 1920’s and 30’s.

She is renowned for her work in Rancho Santa Fe, a master-planned community, for which she was givOodles continued on page 14

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Injured Mountain Lion Rehabilitated and Released Back to the Wild tion and allows them to build essential survival skills. Once they reach a healthy weight, exhibit appropriate wariness of people and demonstrate independent hunting behavior, they too will be considered for release into suitable habitat.

After nearly five months of rehabilitation at San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center, a young mountain lion injured in a vehicle strike has been successfully released back into the wild.

The male mountain lion, estimated to be around 10 months old, was released by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) into a remote location of the Santa Ana Mountains in Orange County on June 17th.

He was transferred to San Diego Humane Society on January 15th, after being hit by vehicle 4 days earlier and receiving emergency veterinary care at Serrano Animal and Bird Hospital in Orange County. He was suffering from a skull fracture, head and eye trauma, and lameness in his left hind leg. During the initial weeks, the organization’s Project Wildlife team care focused on providing pain management, nutritional support and close observation. As he stabilized, the young mountain lion was moved to an outdoor enclosure, where he continued healing with minimal human contact — a critical part of preparing him for life back in the wild.

After 153 days of expert care, the mountain lion reached key milestones for release, including gaining strength, reaching a healthy

“We’re grateful for our partnership with CDFW and UC Davis, and for the opportunity to give these incredible animals a second chance at life in the wild,” Welch said.

weight of approximately 60 lbs., demonstrating natural survival behaviors, and avoiding people.

“This is the moment we all work toward — seeing a wild animal return to where they belong,” said Autumn Welch, Wildlife Operations Manager at San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center.

“Our job is to provide medical care while preserving the animal’s wild instincts, so they have the best possible chance at surviving on their own.”

San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center is part of its Project Wildlife program and specializes in the rehabilitation of native apex predators and birds

ion on just about everything. He was a Marine Captain and proudly wore his uniform at military celebrations. He had been in charge of photography while in Vietnam and had a huge portfolio of his coverage of the war. He also took great pride in restoring cars and had several that would constantly win awards.

The world was a better place for Joe Heard having been part of it.

RIP, pal. You’ve earned it!

Man About Town by lyle e davis Saddened to learn of the passing of Joe Heard last week. Joe and Jody Heard were a colorful and productive couple who, as members of the Hidden Valley Kiwanis Club of Escondido, contributed years of service to the community. Jody passed away several years ago and now we’ve also lost Joe. Joe loved to talk. He had an opin-

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of prey, including eagles, owls, hawks, coyotes, bobcats, bears and, under special case-by-case authorization, mountain lions. The nonprofit serves as the primary resource for wildlife rehabilitation in San Diego County.

The organization is also caring for two orphaned mountain lion cubs who arrived at the Ramona Wildlife Center on March 26th. The UC Davis California Carnivores Program Team and CDFW safely trapped the cubs, who were found alone, and transferred them to San Diego Humane Society, where they are undergoing rehabilitation.

The goal is to raise the cubs in a setting that limits human interac-

schools for defunding and pulling of all support.

Charter Schools have proven time and time again that they are delivering better education to our students. Less red tape . . more focus on learning. Teachers are kept on staff and promoted based on MERIT not on years of experience and “tenure.” If a teacher performs their job is secure; if a teacher is mediocre . . . it’s best they move on . . . unlike traditional public schools where those teachers who are less than adequate retain their jobs because of tenure.

Mary and I recently celebrated the 65th anniversary of our marriage . . .and, naturally, we celebrated at our favorite eatery, Charlie’s in Escondido. We shared a half-litre of white wine and we each had fish and chips. Hard to beat Charlie’s for great food and outstanding service. It’s become our home away from home and it just seemed natural to share our happiness with our good friends at Charlie’s.

Charter Schools generally have a waiting list of students who want to attend . . and their learning rate and graduation rate consistently are at the top. As a bonus, charter schools also serve students who need alternative learning options.

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Charter schools are a lifeline for hundreds of San Diego families, and AB 84 threatens to cut their funding by up to 30%. It ignores the needs of students and will take away pro-

We need to stop this bill!

AB84 seeks to target charter

The bill targets nonclassroombased charter schools—those serving students who need alternative learning options.

San Diego Humane Society’s Project Wildlife program cares for more than 10,000 wild animals each year — from orphaned baby songbirds to apex predators — with the mission of rehabilitating and returning them to their natural habitats whenever possible.

San Diego Humane Society’s scope of social responsibility goes beyond adopting animals. We offer programs that strengthen the human-animal bond, prevent cruelty and neglect, provide medical care, educate the community and serve as a safety net for all pet families.

Serving San Diego County since 1880, San Diego Humane Society has campuses in El Cajon, Escondido, Oceanside, Ramona and San Diego. For more information, visit sdhumane.org.

grams that help them thrive.

Why would we punish schools that are working for kids who need the most flexibility?

I believe that education is not onesize-fits-all. This bill strips families of choices and burdens schools with more red tape. Yes, we need accountability—but there’s a better way to do it.

This is personal to me and for so many families in our community.

Parents should be empowered to choose the educational path that works best for their children— whether that’s a traditional public school, a charter school, or an innovative hybrid model. AB 84 puts that freedom in jeopardy.

Join us in opposing Assembly Bill 84, which will cut funding from charter public schools by more than $210 million. AB 84 would divert those critical charter school dollars away from teaching and learning and into more bureaucracy and unnecessary administration.

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What Does it Mean to be an American in Today’s World?

by Sean Dietrich

Good? Yes.

Washington D.C. It was the height of summer. Early July. I was in town for a book event, to make a speech. I had time to kill, so I went to the National Mall.

He was quiet. Disarmingly polite.

Unrealistically loyal. There were pockmarks on his face. His teeth were screwed up. He was selftaught at everything. He had no pedigree.

The National Mall is “America’s Front Yard.” There are thousands of tourists, and even more screaming babies.

He repeatedly admitted he had no business being a statesman. And he meant it. He was less educated than Jefferson, less articulate than Adams, not as well-read as Madison, or as clever as Hancock. And yet all these men considered him their superior.

One particular tourist, however, stands out in my memory. A young woman who was wearing a shirt that read: “I’m not proud to be an American.”

Washington could have been king if he’d wanted. But all he wanted was go back to Vernon and be a farmer.

I get it. Believe me, I do. Everyone is entitled to their outlook. But this was the National Mall. I mean, come on. Really?

The National Mall is definitely worth a visit. You see all the greats.

There’s the Franklin Delano Roosevelt memorial. Good old FDR. In 1921, Roosevelt contracted an illness that permanently paralyzed his legs. They said he’d never be a politician. They called him names. He used a wheelchair. But he proved his critics wrong. When making speeches in public, he usually appeared standing, leaning on his wife or sons.

He was the longest serving president. He served four—count’em— four terms.

Then there’s the Jefferson Memorial, a pantheon standing among the cherry blossoms. Jefferson, who so eloquently gave the middle finger to the British crown.

compared to previous wars. And yet people forget that 5 million people died. It’s not too late to remember.

There’s old Abe. The “Great Emancipator” himself sits on his chair.

A 170-ton statue, composed of 28 blocks of white Georgia marble, rising 30 feet high. “In this temple, as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever.”

You have Martin Luther King Jr. standing in West Potomac Park.

Among his many accomplishments, his humanitarianism and non-violence, he is also a personal hero of mine for being a Southern Baptist minister who also shot pool.

And the Korean War Veterans Memorial. Nineteen statues stand in remembrance of a war that received almost no media coverage

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial. It will break you.

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their funding.

AB 84 also contains measures that will: • Make it harder to open more charter public schools, • Create more bureaucracy for charter public school contracts, • Apply more restrictions on credentialing for staff who serve charter public school students, • Cut nonclassroom-based charter funding by up to 30 percent, and • Increase administrative costs for charter public schools.

Your opposition needs to be heard!

Email your Legislators and urge them to vote AGAINST AB 84 to protect charter public schools and

The World War II Memorial. Lots

of stone. Lots of bronze. The Greatest Generation is memorialized forever. And they ought to be.

The way my grandfather described his generation: “We grew up during a Depression, then Uncle Sam rewarded us with a uniform and a one-way ticket to hell.”

Then you have the Washington Monument. A 555-foot obelisk.

You aren’t really prepared for this one. You think it’s just going to be a huge piece of rock. But it’s more than stone. This is a monument to honor a really unique man.

Modern historians have been less than kind to Washington. But that’s just a current trend in academia.

People love to degrade heroes.

Still, if you talk to a true historian, you will find Washington to be an honorable, compassionate, and decent human being. Perfect? No.

We are an infant nation. We aren’t even a toddler on the global stage.

And yet our beauty exceeds us.

But it’s not our Purple Mountains Majesty, or our Rocket’s Red Glare, or our Bombs Bursting in Air. It is our people that make us so wonderful.

Our people, dammit.

It is your neighbor. It is the factory worker down the street who works doubles to pay for his son’s Little League uniform. It is the single mom who is attending community college while simultaneously trying to pay off the debt her exhusband left behind. It is the inexplicable freedom to wear whatever T-shirt you want in public. America is you. It’s me. It’s this.

Am I proud to be an American? You bet. But I am even more humbled by this magnanimous privilege. offenders in our communities upon release from prison; he’s been outspoken in his opposition to Mexico fouling our ocean with raw sewage, he has argued for a sensible border/ immigration policy; he has fought the Liberals when they sought to impose that crazy mileage tax on freeways . . . plus you’ll see Jim at one community event after another . . . even when it’s not an election year.

Let’s keep charter funding for students and teachers, not more bureaucracy. *** While we are talking political action . . it is critically important that we elect Jim Desmond to Congress! I’ve known and admired Jim since his days as a San Marcos City Coucilmember, as the Mayor or San Marcos, and,most recently, our 5th District Supervisor.

Jim is the type of elected official we MUST have in Congress. He consistently fights for you and me; he has led the fight against the state of California placing sexually violent

And as July Fourth approaches, I think about General Washington.

I think about what he fought for. I think about what it means to be an American in today’s world.

Jim Desmond

The man is the perfect candidate for public office. We need him representing us. He is running for the 49th Congressional District office and he needs you to get out the vote . . to volunteer . . . to help him get elected to office. He is a proven leader!

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Opinion

5th District Supervisor • Jim Desmond

A Budget That Delivers for North County Without Raising Taxes search-and-rescue helicopter, and an additional $3.5 million to expand fire and EMS coverage in Pauma Valley and surrounding communities. We’re also investing in new ambulances, fire stations, and Sheriff substations to keep our neighborhoods safe and prepared.

The County of San Diego has officially approved our new budget, and I’m proud to report that it delivers real results for North County—while protecting your hardearned tax dollars.

When it comes to housing and homelessness, we’re building real momentum. Three affordable housing projects—totaling 202 units— are already under construction, and three more are in the pipeline. We allocated $15 million in regional homeless assistance and $2.6 million to clean up encampments and expand outreach services. These efforts are critical to ensuring dignity and safety for both housed and unhoused residents.

From the beginning, I’ve focused on the basics: public safety, mental health care, infrastructure, and support for seniors and working families. This budget reflects those values, and thanks to strong, responsible leadership, we were able to make significant investments without raising taxes or touching our emergency reserves.

We’ve also ramped up our response to the growing mental health crisis.

This budget includes an additional $24 million for mental health and stabilization services, along with $6.9 million to build a new 16-bed crisis center for children. We continue to fund Crisis Stabilization Units in Vista, Oceanside, and Escondido—ensuring help is available where and when it’s needed most.

Public safety remains a top priority. We secured $14.3 million for a state-of-the-art firefighting and

On infrastructure, we’re delivering long-overdue improvements across our region. The budget commits

$71.3 million to maintain 2,000 miles of County roads, including 690 miles in District 5 alone.

We’re investing $48.3 million in road safety improvements—sidewalks, bike lanes, and guardrails— and dedicating $35.9 million to our parks and trails system, with 46 park facilities located in our district.

California State Assembly District 75 Carl DeMaio

Finally, we’re honoring our seniors and supporting working families by delivering over 1.5 million meals through community programs, home deliveries, and meal pickups. These aren’t just numbers— they’re real, tangible services that impact the daily lives of our neighbors.

Budgets are a reflection of priorities, and this one makes it clear: North County matters. I’ll continue fighting to make our communities safer, healthier, and more affordable—without adding to your financial burden.

Thank you for the trust you’ve placed in me. I’ll keep working every day to earn it.

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

Vista Mayor • John Franklin

My Opponent Supports Sanctuary for Violent Criminals Criminal aliens must be deported. Some are too afraid to say so, and some are too extreme to agree. What kind of leader do you want?

When San Diego County became a “Super Sanctuary” County, I was the only candidate to speak out against it.

When the riots in LA were at its most chaotic and dangerous, I stood firm as the only candidate for Supervisor to speak out supporting the deportation of criminal illegal aliens. Radical activists, like the ACLU, attacked me for standing against sanctuary policies and demanding the deportation of those who commit murder, rape and child molestation.

Literally, that’s what we’re talking about. CONVICTED Child Molesters, Rapists and Murderers.

The overwhelming majority of Americans agree—criminal aliens can’t stay. It makes our communities more dangerous and undermines the rule of law. However, too many politicians stay silent out of fear. They’re afraid of backlash from the media or criticism from political insiders.

I’m running for County Supervisor to defend our way of life and protect working and middle class families— regardless of race or origin— who all want safer streets and an end to gang-crime.

The woke activists won’t like it, but I’m not here to virtue signal. I’m here to lead.

I have been endorsed by more than 60 leaders and have raised six times more money than my opponents, but the money from ActBlue and special interests is already pouring in.

We must demand that local jurisdictions cooperate with federal authorities to deport criminal alien murderers, rapists and child molesters. It is incomprehensible that our own County Board of Supervisors voted to protect these and other serious felons by creating their “Super” Sanctuary policies.

My Team Offers Mobile Office Hours to Help You One of my top priorities as your Assemblymember is making government accessible and responsive to you.

I know firsthand how frustrating it can be to deal with state agencies, long wait times on the phone, confusing processes, and the inconvenience of traveling all the way to an office just to get help.

Too many Californians get stuck navigating a complex bureaucracy when what they really need is straightforward answers and real solutions.

That’s why I’m launching my Mobile Office Hours, a program designed to bring my team directly to different parts of our district.

Instead of asking you to come to us, we’re coming to you and making it easier for you to open cases, ask questions, and get hands-on help from my staff.

My first Mobile Office Hours will be held in East County, so you can meet with my staff in person. This is also just the beginning, we plan to hold these events throughout the district to serve as many constituents as possible.

Here are just some of the ways my office can help: Employment Issues • Help with claims involving the California Employment Development Department, including unemployment benefits, disability DeMaio continued on page 7

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The County’s Checklist for a Safer Summer

By Stephanie Davis, County of San Diego Communications

libraries, senior and teen centers— are open across the County; use the interactive Cool Zone finder on the County Cool Zones website to locate one near you. Visit https:// www.countynewscenter.com

As the June gloom lifts, San Diegans are heading outside—hitting beaches, hiking trails, and backyard barbeques. But along with the sunshine, summer also brings seasonal risks.

The stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the “100 deadliest days of summer.”

Research by AAA shows that nationwide, more than 30 percent of teen-driving fatalities occur during these months—an average of eight teen-involved crash deaths every summer day.

San Diego’s roads grow busy during the summer with many drivers unfamiliar with local roadways. In 2024, the County welcomed 32.5 million visitors with July historically the peak travel month, according to California Industry Research statistics.

Drowning deaths also rise in warmer months and Pew Research Center analysis showed that local emergency department visits nearly double on July 4-5 as Independence Day celebrations hit full swing.

How can you enjoy the season while staying safe? Read on for simple tips to help you and your loved ones make the most of summer.

Driving Safety • Set ground rules for teens. Establish a “no distractions” policy and

Water Activities

enable Do Not Disturb mode on their phone. California law forbids holding a phone while driving— even when stopped at a red light.

• Choose the right time. Avoid peak travel hours or late-night drives when crash risk is highest.

• Plan a sober ride. Decide on a designated driver before drinking, or use rideshare, taxi, or public transit.

• Share the road. Yield to pedestrians at crossings and give bicyclists a full lane when passing, as required by state law.

• Report dangerous drivers. Call 9-1-1 or the Sheriff’s Department at (858) 565-5200 if you suspect an impaired driver—buzzed driving is drunk driving.

• Grill smart. Keep grills at least 10 feet from structures, supervise them at all times, and keep a fire extinguisher or bucket of water nearby.

Keep children a safe distance from hot surfaces and flying sparks.

Sun and Heat Safety

• Learn to swim. Formal swim lessons have been shown to reduce the risk of drowning by up to 88%.

• Swim with a buddy. Solo swimmers are at greater risk. When you swim with a buddy, if one of you has a problem, the other may be able to help, including signaling for assistance from others. At least have someone onshore watching you.

• Keep constant watch. Drowning is the leading cause of injury related deaths among children under the age of five, according to California Department of Public Health data. Always supervise children around pools and near water, even bathtubs, shallow kiddie pools and when lifeguards are present.

• Use proper gear. Have children wear a properly fitting, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket for their size and weight.

• Stay informed. Find additional prevention resources at StopDrowningNow.org.

• Skip consumer fireworks. Sparklers, firecrackers, bottle rockets— even poppers—are illegal in San Diego County. Attend a permitted public show instead, and remind kids never to touch spent fireworks.

• Hydrate. Drink water throughout the day—even before you feel thirsty.

• Block the rays. Apply broadspectrum sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) 15 minutes before going outside and reapply every two hours. Wear UV-blocking sunglasses.

• Handle food safely. Keep perishables cold and discard any left out for more than two hours (one hour if above 90 °F). Use a food thermometer to ensure meats reach safe grilling temperatures.

• Stay cool. Take breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas and never leave children in parked cars.

• Find a Cool Zone. More than 30 air-conditioned Cool Zones—

notices, overpayments, and collections.

Consumer Protection & Licensing

Roads, Transportation, & Infrastructure

Support for Veterans & Military Families

• Help resolving complaints against licensed professionals, state contractors, real estate agents, attorneys, or filing claims with the Department of Consumer Affairs, the State Bar of California, or the Department of Real Estate.

• Help addressing unsafe roads, state construction projects, or infrastructure complaints with the California Department of Transportation.

Fourth of July Safety

Enjoy the Sunshine Safely With a bit of planning on the road, around fireworks, in the heat and near the water, you can make this San Diego summer memorable for all the right reasons.

DeMaio from page 6 insurance, paid family leave, appeals, delayed payments, and fraud resolution.

Driver’s Licenses & Vehicle Registration • Assistance with the Department of Motor Vehicles, including license renewals, title issues, registration problems, REAL ID, and resolving fines or suspensions.

Health Coverage & Insurance Disputes

• Guidance for veterans and service members accessing benefits from the California Department of Veterans Affairs or programs for the California National Guard.

Services for Seniors

• Support with Covered California, Medi-Cal, or any health insurance complaints involving denied coverage, billing disputes, doctor availability, or program eligibility.

• Help with long-term care, inhome assistance, pension questions, and other state resources available through the Department of Social Services or California Public Employees’ Retirement System.

State Tax and Financial Help

Workplace & Labor Rights

• Help dealing with the California Franchise Tax Board, the State Controller’s Office, or the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation — including audits, tax

• Help addressing unsafe working conditions, retaliation, wage theft, and workers’ compensation problems through the California Department of Industrial Relations.

Student Aid and Education Help • Assistance with school-related concerns, state scholarships, student loans, or financial aid programs administered by the California Student Aid Commission or Department of Education.

Environmental & Utility Issues • Guidance with wildfire recovery, utility complaints, land use questions, and support dealing with the California Public Utilities Commission or Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.

Legislation and State Policies • If you have questions about a state law, proposed legislation, or what’s happening in Sacramento, we’re happy to explain how it impacts you and take your concerns back to the Capitol.

You’re also always welcome to visit my District Office in Scripps Ranch. Just give us a call at 858566-7538 to schedule an appointment, and we’ll be ready to assist you in any way we can.

I will continue to cut through the red tape and bring state government straight to your neighborhood so don’t miss this opportunity to get the help you deserve.

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The Paper • Page 9 • July 3, 2025

Silver & The Cost Thereof

by Jim Ellis Escondido Coin & Loan Silver mining, permitting, fuel, labor, mineral rights, machinery etc etc. These (and many more) are factors associated with production.

So how much does it cost to mine an ounce of silver? How much to mint it?

These estimates range greatly depending on what you read. In 2024 estimates averaged in the low $20 range. In 2025 the breakeven point for miners is creeping

towards $30/ounce. Keep in mind break-even isn’t exactly what miners are after. Using the $30/oz figure, adding trucking, assaying and minting (all industries demanding more than break-even rates) we land somewhere in the low to mid $30’s. Once we get there, we must consider middleman/brokerage fees before the product reaches the end user or investor.

Long story short. Using mid $30’s and adding broker fees etc of roughly 10% combined, silver appears to be trading at or near the

Travel Troubleshooter

by Christopher Elliott

Where’s the refund for our Mexican vacation rental?

Q: My husband and I reserved a room in the Layla Guesthouse in Puerto Morelos, Mexico, earlier this year but had to cancel for personal reasons. We canceled within the required time frame and requested a refund (minus a 6 percent cancellation fee) but have yet to receive it, despite assurances from the guesthouse that it was being processed. Can you help us? ~ Betsy Webster, La Grange Park, IL

A: You should have received your refund by now. But I think I know the reason for your delay.

The Layla Guesthouse is a six-room boutique hotel that was in the process of turning itself into longer-stay apartments when you contacted me.

Your refund may have gotten lost in the shuffle.

The guesthouse applies a cancellation policy that’s similar to one of a cruise line or tour operator. If you cancel within 20 days of arrival or more, you’ll get 94 percent of your entire stay refunded. (The 6 percent cancellation fee covers the creditcard swipe fee and currency conversion.) If you cancel between 19 and 14 days before your arrival date, you’ll get 70 percent back. If you’re between 7 and 1 day, it goes down to 25 percent.

You knew about these fees and agreed to them. In some ways, they are more generous than what you would have gotten with Airbnb and Vrbo. In other ways, they are not.

For example, none of the other platforms charge you 6 percent cancellation fees.

I would normally say that you could have avoided this problem by using one of the vacation rental platforms, but I’ve seen more than a few refund problems with Airbnb and Vrbo.

Companies are quick to take your money and slow to return it, regard-

less of company size.

It looks like you canceled your reservation by email well in advance of your stay and received confirmation that the cancellation was being processed. You followed up several times, only to be told by the guesthouse that they were experiencing technical difficulties, then that your refund was being processed. However, you never received the money.

If a business promises you a refund in writing but doesn’t deliver, you may be able to talk to your bank about a credit card dispute. A chargeback under the Fair Credit Billing Act would help you recover all of your money. A dispute department will view your email from the hotel confirming a refund is being processed as a credit memo and claw back the money.

After months of waiting, you contacted me for help. My team contacted Layla Guesthouse on your behalf. You also followed up with the guesthouse to press your case.

Eventually, a guesthouse representative reviewed your case and issued a full refund.

Your experience illustrates the importance of persistence and following up. It also shows the value of a paper trail. By keeping a record of your correspondence with the guesthouse, you were able to prove that you had canceled your reservation and were entitled to a refund. In the end, your patience and determination paid off.

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.

cost of supply. So what happens when supplies dry up? When will unbearable regulations eventually take effect? When will silver demand in A.I., robotics, battery and solar panels take hold of the market? Well, my guess is the current price solely appearing to be based on “getting by” will be out the window!

Buy and Hold! That’s our strategy here at Escondido Coin. Prepare

for your future and consider adding silver to your portfolio. When you do, please consider your local precious metal dealer that’s been serving the community since 1959.

That’s us!

We can also assist in evaluating vintage & high-end watches, sterling flatware, coins and many other things of value. Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions.

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The Pastor Says . . . FOMO

Pastor Huls

I have been introduced to a new expression of speech, which I share with all of you, that illustrates a desire that many people have but fail to define as an experience. It is found in the word FOMO and means Fear Of Missing Out. It especially finds its significance in the religious belief that one should be ready when Christ returns to the earth and not miss out when He comes. Another position is preparing for death and hopefully not missing out on His words as one’s reward. Matthew 25:23. “Well done, you good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few good things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter you into the joy of your Lord.”

It is not only in the religious field that people live with the desire not to miss out on something. Economically, it is the hope that one will not miss out on the rising stock market. Many, fearing the loss of money, refrain from investing in the stock market. I can think of many times in my life when I allowed myself to miss out on an experience. It is always a paradox to fear losing out, yet live with the fear of moving ahead.

This principle applies to just about every sector of life. All we have to do is ask ourselves how much we have missed out because of the fear. On the other hand, we can read about those who have not missed out due to fear.

The most amazing feats of this century have occurred because scientists, engineers, researchers, and everyday entrepreneurs have not wanted to miss out. They wanted to be participants in the future. This also seems to be the challenge of God. A young ruler saw that Jesus had something he lacked, so he pursued it. He asked Jesus for it.

Jesus told him he could have it, but he had a problem. It was not a lack of money or a lack of initiative that prevented them from getting rich. Usually, even for each of us, it is not a lack of money or attempts to get it. It could be like the man in the Bible who couldn’t do what was necessary despite having the fear of missing out. His fear was missing out on everything that gave him comfort. He didn’t want to miss out on what Jesus offered him, but he did because taking what Jesus offered was beyond his ability.

A way to meet this is to acknowledge that there is much to have, even with the fear of missing out. I know many who would enjoy taking a cruise, but they never take the step to do it, not wanting to miss the experience. Think for a moment who lives with the fear of having children or getting married. They have the fear of missing out, but they avoid the necessary steps to fulfill their desire. The ultimate experience is to desire a whole and satisfying spiritual life, or it might be just life itself. Sadly, many opportunities come our way, but we often miss out on their fulfillment because we are not in the right place at the right time. So we could miss out.

We can witness examples of many who did not miss out because of fear. Man’s first step on the moon, Columbus’ discovery of the Americas, many of our modern inventions, and achievements in the world of the arts, including music, drama, and literature. It is only in doing that that we overcome the fear of missing out. Even God does not want to miss out. He continues to work with us to become a better human being by resisting the fear of missing out.

Pastor Huls

San Diego Humane Society is supporting families and their pets who need a little extra help.

Through the Community Pet Pantry, anyone can visit our campuses to pick up a bag of dog or cat food, and other supplies, as available.

No appointment is needed for this service. Hours are Tuesday-Sunday from 10am to 6pm.

El Cajon 373 N. Marshall Ave. Escondido 3500 Burnet Drive Oceanside 572 Airport Road San Diego 5480 Gaines Street

Pet Parade

Pet of the Week

Sandshrew

Winton

Sandshrew is Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s pet of the week. He’s a 3-year-old, 9-1/2-pound, male, Domestic Short Hair cat with a Red and White Tabby coat.

Sandshrew was transferred through Friends of County Animal Shelters (FOCAS).

He needs a quiet home with a safe space.

He’s a medium energy cat.

Sandshrew was shy when he arrived. Now he’s traded caution for cuddles.

The $100 adoption fee for Sandshrew includes medical exams, neuter, up to date vaccinations, and registered microchip.

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

SDpets.org. Open 11 to 4 Wednesday through Monday. During the Summer RCHS will stay open until 6:00 on Thursdays with final showings beginning at 5:15.

This handsome fellow is Winton! He may be a little shy at first, but with a few tasty treats, a cheerful tone and a gentle pat on the shoulder, you’ll soon see his tail wagging with happiness. Once he warms up, Winton is a sweet and loyal companion ready to share his heart with a loving home.

Winton (946231) is available for adoption at San Diego Humane Society’s Escondido Campus at 3500 Burnet Dr. If you have questions about the adoption process, you can visit sdhumane.org/adopt or call 619-299-7012.

Online profile: https://www.sdhumane.org/adopt/available-pets/ animal-single.html?petId=946231

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“Times They Are a Changin”

The Computer Factory 845 W. San Marcos Blvd.

760-744-4315 thecomputerfactory.net

There comes a time when most of us feel the need to let someone else take over what were doing so that it keeps getting done after we’ve moved on. Nome and I retired after 30 years in the corporate computer world and opened The Computer Factory in San Marcos in 1995.

The PC was the “Technology Flagship” of the late 20th and early 21st century but in September of 2001 broad band Internet was combined with AI (artificial intelligence) to create the IW (intelligent web).

At the time most of us in the computer industry regarded the IW as just the next step in the constantly evolving technology of computers and the Internet. We were wrong, it was far more than that. The IW marked the beginning of a technological revolution that started the most transformative secular event in human history.

Fast forward 24 years and the IW continues to change the world. The worldwide data base of the IW has grown exponentially and AI continues to improve in its ability to

parse IW data bases for answers and solutions and to create new levels of data. Nearly every business and individual in the civilized world has been touched by the IW. In the span of less than a quarter century we have become dependent on the IW connection in the conduct of our business and personal lives.

Most Computer Factory customers are DIs (digital immigrants) over 45 like us. Most, also like us, are small business owners or retired We grew to adulthood prior to the IW and formed our cognizant resources outside the influence of PC, smart phones and the IW. We prefer direct face to face communication. We are sociable, people oriented and tend to be financially stable. We get along well with our peers and younger family members but are a bit concerned that the growing generations of under 30 year old of DNs (digital natives) seem to have been raised by their “smart phones” rather than their hard working parents.

We have recently retuned our business model to better focus on the needs of the DIs, particularly the retired seniors. This group mainly use Windows and Android devices for Internet access and communications. DIs often need “hands on” help to stay abreast of racing IW technology like new “operating systems” and the continually expanding Internet content and services. Like Nome and I, many seniors are also “downsizing” their personal lives. To explore this need we set aside 1000 square feet in our store to model a “consignment shop”. We are using our own sixty year accumulation of “stuff” to explore the possibilities. If it works, we would open up our “consignment shop” to help other seniors get rid of the perfectly good things that no longer fit their lifestyles,

like size 8 bikinis and 32 inch waist tennis shorts.

A century ago few folks live beyond retirement age and those that did spent their remaining years living quietly in the homes of their children or on multigenerational family farms. Today’s seniors, with life expectancies spanning eight decades, often live independently and participate in every aspect of American commercial and social life. Seniors (over 65) as a group represent an active, healthy, independent and ever increasing segment of the World population for the first time in the history of civilization. We are only just beginning to adapt modern society to this new reality and we seniors living in the 21st century are pioneers in this revolution.

The DI generations (over 45) are the last generations in human history to grow to adulthood free of the ubiquitous influence of the IW. Our major influencers were our parents, preachers, teachers, friends and direct contact with the world around us. All who come after us must suf-

fer the blessings and burdens of IW connection from birth and throughout their lifetime. Will it make them different than the people we grew up with? Will reliance on the IW for answers make them dumber or smarter? Will the IW affect their faith and morality? These are great unanswered questions and we DIs have no way to ascertain or influence the answers. Man’s future is to be born into a world with an artificial intelligence far smarter than his own that has instant access to his entire knowledge base. What could go possibly go wrong?

The last of the DIs will be gone long before the end of this century, leaving our planet in the hands of the DNs. We can’t possibly know what the world of the future will be like when we’re gone, but we can recall the good things about the world in which we grew up. Our job today is to love our children and their children’s children and to live in the present But we need to hold on to those memories of the good old days. The grandkids just love the old stories.

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John Van Zante’s Critter Corner

I Know You Know, But We’re Having a Refresher Course Anyway year. Fireworks are loud. No matter where pets run, the booms echo, so pets keep running.

A TV reporter buddy in another city chastises me every year for warning pet owners about the dangers of heat and fireworks. “Everybody already knows that! You don’t need to remind us.” Later, after his station reports about pets who died in hot cars or ran away during fireworks, he sends an apology.

Everybody doesn’t know. So, here’s another reminder. More American pets run away on the 4th of July than any other day of the

The solution is prevention. DO NOT leave pets outdoors during fireworks. A short dog can climb a tall fence when it’s scared. Keep pets in a secure area. Turn on the radio or TV to mask the noise.

Some pets need medication to deal with the stress.

Many pets escape by pulling out of their collars. If they don’t have a microchip, they have no identification. Use a collar AND a microchip.

If your pet runs away on the 4th of

July, in the city of San Diego, call the San Diego Humane Society.

Elsewhere, contact the agency that handles animal services for your area. Be patient. It’s their busiest day of the year.

Post a notice with a photo of you and your pet together on social media. Give contact information, but not so much that you set yourself up to be scammed.

If you FIND a lost pet, be careful. It’s probably scared. If it has a collar and identification, contact the owner. If not, get it into an enclosed area and contact County Animal Services or San Diego Humane Society.

My buddy hates this part. Picnics can be dangerous for pets!

It’s hot, they beg, and they bark.

People get tired of dealing with them so they put their dogs in a hot car or tie them to a bumper. Don’t do that!

Emergency hospitals treat pets who burn their paws on hot coals, touch their noses to grills, choke on chicken bones, and swallow kebab skewers.

One last thing. Dogs can burn their paws on hot sidewalk, pavement, or sand at the beach. If it‘s too hot to hold your hand on the ground, it’s too hot for your dog.

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LEGALS Will of James V. Valenti I, James V. Valenti, a resident of the State of California, San Diego, declare that this is my will. My Social Security number is 076-302321.

I revoke all wills and codicils that I have previously made.

I am married to Barbara E. Valenti I have the following children now living: Ashleigh C. L. Valenti, Gregory V. Valenti, Liza M. Valenti, Matthew C. Valenti and Scott J. Valenti.

I have the following grandchildren now living: Eric J. Valenti.

If I do not leave property in this will to one or more of my children or my grandchild named above, my failure to do is intentional.

All beneficiaries must survive me for 45 days to receive property under this will. As used in this will, the phrase “survive me” means to be alive or in existence as an organization on the 45th day after my death.

All personal and real property that I leave in this will shall pass subject to any encumbrances or liens placed on the property as security for the repayment of a loan or debt.

If I leave property to be shared by two or more beneficiaries, it shall be shared equally be them unless this will provides otherwise.

If I leave property to be shared by two or more beneficiaries, and one of them does not survive me, I leave his or her share to the others equally unless this will provides otherwise for that share.

“Entire estate” means all property I own at my death that is subject to this will.

I leave my entire estate to my wife Barbara E. Valenti. If my wife Barbara E. Valenti does not survive me, I leave my entire estate to Scott J. Valenti, Matthew C. Valenti, Ashleigh C. L. Valenti, Carver L. Pugh, Mark Nichols, Carlee D. Pugh, Gregory V. Valenti, Eric J.Valenti, Grace Episcopal Church – San Marcos, CA, Kathleen E. Hutson, Patricia L. Hornbach, Teresa A. Hutson, Martha E. Nichols and Donna Lee Wegemer in the following shares: Scott J. Valenti shall receive a 1/8 share, Matthew C. Valenti shall receive a 7/32 share. Ashleigh C. L. Valenti shall receive a 1/16 share. Carver L. Pugh shall receive a 1/8 share. Mark Nichols shall receive a 1/32 share. Carlee D. Pugh shall receive a 3/32 share. Gregory V. Valenti shall receive a 1/32 share Eric J. Valenti shall receive a 3/32 share. Grace Episcopal Church – San Marcos, CA., shall receive a 1/32 share. Kathleen E. Hutson shall receive a 1/32 share. Patricia L. Hornbach shall receive a 1/32 share. Teresa A. Hutson shall receive a 1/32 share. Martha E. Nichols shall receive 1/32 share. Donna Lee Wegemer shall receive a 1/16 share.

Beneficiaries and Trustees All property left in this will to Carlee D. Pugh

shall be held in a separate trust for Carlee D. Pugh until he or she reaches age 25. The trustee of the Carlee D. Pugh trust shall be Carver L. Pugh. If Carver L. Pugh is unwilling or unable to serve, the trustee shall be Matthew C. Valenti.

Administration of an Individual Child’s Trust The trustee of an individual child’s trust shall manage and distribute the assets in the trust in the following manner.

Until the trust beneficiary reaches the age specified for final distribution of the principal, the trustee may distribute some or all of the principal or net income of the trust as the trustee deems necessary for the child’s health, support, maintenance and education. Education includes, but is not limited to, college, graduate, postgraduate and vocational studies and reasonable living expenses.

In deciding whether or not to make a distribution to a beneficiary the trustee may take into account the beneficiary’s other income resources and sources of support.

Any trust income that is not distributed by the trustee shall be accumulated and added to the principal.

An individual child’s trust shall also be governed the General Trust Administration.

Provisions in this will Termination of an individual child’s trust An individual child’s trust shall terminate as soon as one of the following events occur: a. The beneficiary reaches the age stated above in which case the trustee shall distribute the remaining principal and accumulated net income of the trust to the beneficiary. b. The beneficiary dies, in which case the principal and accumulated net income of the trust shall pass under the beneficiary’s will, or if there is no will, to his or her heirs, or c. The trust principal is exhausted through distributions allowed under thee provisions.

General Administration Provisions All trusts established in this will shall be managed subject to the following provisions: a. Bond: No bond shall be required of any trustee. b. Court Supervision. It is my intent that any trust established in this will be administered independently of court supervision to the maximum extent possible under the laws of the state having jurisdiction over the trust. c. The interest of any beneficiary of all trusts established by this will shall not be transferable by voluntary or involuntary assignment or by operation of law and shall be free from the claims of creditors and from attachment, execution, bankruptcy, or other legal process to the fullest extent permitted by law.

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 give 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

Powers of the Trustee In addition to the other powers granted a trustee in this will, a trustee shall have the power to: 1. Invest and reinvest trust funds in every kind of property and every kind of investment, provided that the trustee acts with the care, skill, prudence and diligence under the prevailing circumstances that a prudent person acting in a similar capacity and familiar with such matters would use.

2. Receive additional property from any source and acquire or hold properties jointly or in undivided interests or partnership or joint venture with other people or entities.

3. Enter, continue or participate in the operation of any business, and incorporate liquidate, reorganize or otherwise change the form or terminate the operation of the business and contribute capital or lend money to the business.

4. Exercise all the rights, powers and privileges of an owner of any securities held in the trust.

5. Borrow funds, guarantee or indemnify in the name of the trust and secure any obligations, mortgage pledge or other security interest, and renew extend or modify any such obligations.

6. Lease trust property for terms within or beyond the term of the trust.

7. Prosecute, defend contest or otherwise litigate legal actions or other proceedings for the protection or benefit of the trust; pay, compromise, release, adjust or submit to arbitration any debt, claim or controversy and insure the trust against any liability with respect to other people.

8. Pay himself or herself reasonable compensation out of trust assets for ordinary and extraordinary services and for all services in connection with the complete or partial termination of this trust.

9. Employ and discharge professionals to aid or assist in managing the trust and compensate them from the trust assets.

10. Make distributions to the beneficiaries directly or to other people or organizations on behalf of the beneficiaries.

Severability The invalidity of any trust provision of this will shall not affect the validity of the remaining trust provisions.

Forgiveness of Debts I wish to forgive all debts specified below plus accrued interest as of the date of my death: Ashleigh C. Valenti January 1, 2015 $6000 Gregory V. Valenti January 1, 1982 $2200 Executors I name Matthew C. Valenti and Carver L. Pugh to serve together as my joint executors. If Matthew C. Valenti or Carver L. Pugh are unwilling or unable to serve as executor, the other executor shall continue to serve.

best interest of my estate: 1. To retain property without liability for loss or depreciation.

2. To dispose of property by public or private sale, or exchange, or otherwise, and receive and administer the proceeds as a part of my estate.

3. To vote stock, to exercise any option or privilege to convert bonds, notes, stocks or other securities belonging to my estate into other bonds, notes, stocks or other securities, and to exercise all other rights and privilege of a person owning similar property.

4. To lease any real property in my estate.

5. To abandon, adjust, arbitrate, compromise, sue on or defend and otherwise deal with and settle claims in favor of or against my estate.

6. To continue or participate in any business which is a part of my estate and to incorporate, dissolve or otherwise change the form of organization of the business.

The powers, authority and discretion I grant to my executor are intended to be in addition to the powers, authority and discretion vested in him or her by operation of law by virtue of his or her office, and may be exercised as often as is deemed necessary or viable without application to or approved by any court.

Payment of Debts Except for liens and encumbrances placed on property as security of the repayment of a loan or debt, I want all debts and expenses owed by my estate to be paid in the manner provided for by the laws of California.

Payment of Taxes I want all estate and inheritance taxes assessed against property in my estate or against any beneficiaries to be paid out of all the property in my taxable estate, on a pro-rata basis.

No Contest Provision If any beneficiary under this will contests this will or any of its provision, any share or interest in my estate given to the contesting beneficiary under this will is revoked and shall be disposed of as if that contesting beneficiary had not survived me.

Severability If any provision of this will is held invalid, that shall not affect other provisions that can be given effect without the invalid provision.

I, James V. Valenti, the testator, sign my name to this instrument this 28th day of October 2018 at San Marcos, CA. I declare that I sign and execute this instrument as my last will, that I sign it willingly, and that I execute it as my free and voluntary act. I declare that I am of the age of majority or otherwise legally empowered to make a will and under no constraint or undue influence.

S James “V. Valenti Witness: We, the witnesses, sign our names to this instrument, and declare that the testator willingly signed and executed this instrument as the testators’s last will.

If Matthew C. Valenti and Carver L. Pugh are both unwilling or unable to serve as executor, I name Martha E. Nichols to serve as executor.

In the presence of the testator, and in the presence of each other, we sign this will as witnesses to the testator’s signing.

No executor shall be required to post bond.

To the best of our knowledge, the testator is of the age of majority or otherwise legally empowered to make a will, is mentally competent and under no constraint or undue influence.

Executor Powers I direct my executor to take all actions legally permissible to have the probate of my will done as simply and as free of court supervision as possible under the laws of the state having jurisdiction over this will, including filing petition in the appropriate court for the independent administration of my estate.

I grant to my executor the following powers to be exercised as he or she deems to be in the

We declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct, this 28th day of October 2018, San Marcos, CA. Witness #1: Signed Matthew C. Valenti, residing at 929 Riverview Drive,, Morgantown, WV Witness #2: Signed Martha E. Nichols, 57 Grozier Rd., #2, Cambridge, MA 02138

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Keep Your Pets Safe This Fourth of July • Talk to your veterinarian about whether anxiety-relieving medication is appropriate.

Prepare in Case They Get Lost Even with the best precautions, pets can sometimes slip away. Make sure you’re ready:

By Yvette Urrea Moe, County of San Diego Communications Office Loud blasts, pops and whistles from Fourth of July fireworks are often terrifying to pets and may cause them to panic and run, putting them at risk of getting lost, injured or worse. County Animal Services is reminding you to keep your pets safe, calm and secure on Independence Day. Keep Pets Safely at Home • Leave pets at home during fireworks displays — unless you’re certain they’re comfortable with loud noises.

• Secure pets inside your home, not in the yard. Even a fenced yard isn’t escape-proof; scared pets may dig under, jump over or break through fences.

• Create a calm, quiet space. Keep them in a room they feel safe in, with doors and windows closed.

White noise machines, soft music or the TV can help mask scary sounds.

• Stay with them if possible — or have someone they trust stay with them for extra reassurance.

• Never leave pets alone in a car, even for a short time.

Plan Ahead for Extra-Anxious Pets • Try a weighted or calming jacket such as a ThunderShirt.

• Microchip your pet and ensure your contact information is up to date. Microchipped pets are reunited faster.

• Make sure your pet wears a collar with an ID tag that includes your current phone number.

• The County offers low-cost microchip and rabies vaccination clinics at County animal shelters every day — no appointment needed.

If You Find a Lost Pet • Try to secure the animal and check for a tag.

• Look for the owner through social media and lost-and-found sites.

• If you can’t reach the owner but you can safely transport the pet please bring it to the County’s Carlsbad or Bonita shelter or call County Animal Services’ dispatch at (619) 236-2341 so the animal can be safely cared for at the shelter.

If You Lose Your Pet • Check with neighbors, local veterinarians and pet hospitals, social media and lost and found websites.

• You can also check County Animal Services’ lost and found page online more than once. And if you see your dog or cat is at County Animal Services, the County’s two shelters in Carlsbad and Bonita are open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. over the weekend. The office closes on Mondays but is open all other days.

Officers respond to calls of stray or injured animals in the unincorporated area of San Diego County and promote microchipping to help reunite owners with their pets.

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Chess at Park Avenue Community Center Wednesdays & Fridays

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July 25 1:00 A California Love Story: The Story of the Wilcox Family of Oceanside John Thill Historical Non-Fiction Author Sometimes the power of words can connect the past, present and future. Love letters written one hundred years ago in Oceanside, CA and Wichita, KS. July 25 2:30 Use of Drones in Police Work Officer Luke Rubish Oceanside Police Department Learn how the Oceanside Police use drones and other 21st century tools to help enhance their work.

Home of Escondido Senior Center, 210 Park Avenue, Escondido, 760839-4688.

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. * Speaker has books or CDs for sale.

Do you enjoy singing? Did you sing in a chorus in high school or college, and would you like to be in a chorus again? Would you like to be able to sing in a show for family, friends, and neighbors?

The Music Men Chorus has an offer for you: a chance to sing as a full participant in our Holiday cho-

Chess players of all skill levels are welcome every Wednesday AND NOW EVERY FRIDAY 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. *** Music Men Seeking a Few Good Men for Holiday Concerts

rus show for free and with no obligation to join!

The Music Men Chorus is a men’s “a cappella” (NO ACCOMPANIMENT) chorus that performs 4-part, close-harmony songs arranged in the unique Barbershop style with “ringing” chords. We sing at public and private events throughout North San Diego County.

We are looking for male singers, middle-school age or older, who LOVE SINGING and who are interested in singing in a chorus. We are offering them an opportunity to sing at one or more of our December holiday concerts if they: • Attend several rehearsals a month between July and the end of the year.

• Learn a core group of Holiday songs to be sung with and without music.

• Commit to sing in some of our concerts in early December.

The Music Men rehearse Tuesdays from 7:00-9:30 PM at San Marcos Lutheran Church, 3419 Grand Avenue, in Luther Hall. The rehearsal is open, meaning there is NO FORMAL AUDITION, JUST A SIMPLE VOICE CHECK! We will provide sheet music and access to audio learning tracks to help you learn your voice part. We will also provide a weekly rehearsal agenda to help you focus your practicing at home.

New singers who meet the requirements above can sing with the chorus at one or both of our Christmas concerts, Sunday December 7 in Carlsbad and Sunday December 14 in San Marcos.

Come to any of our rehearsals starting in July. For more information contact Bill Olszanicky at wolszanicky@yahoo.com or (760) 585-6315. Visit our website, www. musicmenchorus.org. ***

LEGALS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010051 The name of the business: The Davidson Group Realty, located at 1350 San Pablo Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Plan.

It.Health Inc, 1350 San Pablo Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078.

This business is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business: 1/15/1999 /s/ Janice C. Davidson, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/21/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010397 The name of the business: Working Wisely LLC, located at 2415 TurnBridge Gln, Escondido, CA 92027. Registrant, Working Wisely LLC, 1835A S. Centre City Pkwy, Unit 1010, Escondido, CA 92025. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Charlotte Romero, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/28/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010270 The name of the business: Slow Yo’ Rollz, located at 864 Fulton Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Taste Bud Brands, 864 Fulton Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069.

This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Amber Nicole Rumer, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/27/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9007728 The name of the business: Ramona Lisa Pizza, located at 23670 San Vicente Rd., Ramona, CA 92065. Registrant, Pine Palace Inc., 23670 San Vicente Rd., Ramona, CA 92065. This business is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business: 7/1/2016 /s/ Sarine Bidoyan, CFO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on

4/18/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010276 The name of the business: Quotemoto, located at 197 Woodland Pkwy, Ste 104 #1025, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Road Shield LLC, 197 Woodland Pkwy, Ste 104 #1025, San Marcos, CA 92069 . This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Oscar Rosas with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/27/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009478 The name of the business: Caddy Mart #2, located at 29105 Valley Center Rd., #105, Valley Center, CA 92082. Registrant, Thomas Dennis Hogan, 29105 Valley Center Rd., #105, Valley Center, CA 92082. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 4/1/2025 /s/ Thomas Dennis Hogan with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/14/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009296 The name of the business: Daniel Liegh Business Services, located at 609 Sabrina Way, Vista, CA 92084. Registrant, Daniel Liegh Fieser, 609 Sabrina Way, Vista, CA 92084. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 5/10/2025 /s/ Daniel Liegh Fieser with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/12/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009034 The name of the business: Next Gen Constructors, located at 617 Spires Street, Vista, CA 92083.

Registrant, Orvelin Carachure Aviluz, 617 Spires Street, Vista, CA 92083, Eoras Carachure, 617 Spires Street, Vista, CA 92083, Eleuterio Carachure Aviluz, 617 Spires Street, Vista, CA 92083,

Maurilia Parra, 617 Spires Street.

Vista. CA 92083. This business is operated by a General Partnership.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Orvelin Carachure Aviluz with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/7/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009678 The name of the business: Park Avenue Beauty Parlor, located at 314 Park Ave., Vista, CA 92084.

Registrant, Candice Leigh Earnhart, 314 Park Ave., Vista, CA 92084. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 5/8/2025 /s/ Candice Leigh Earnhart with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/16/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009398 The name of the business: Bloom, Bloom Boutique, located at 2653 Gateway Road, Suite 102, Carlsbad, CA 92009. Registrant, MadKat Couture, Inc, 2653 Gateway Road, Suite 102, Carlsbad, CA 92009. This business is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business: 7/24/2015 /s/ Rejane Wagner, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/14/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010225 The name of the business: Hildas Birrieria, located at 4227 Thomas St., Oceanside, CA 92056. Registrant, Christopher Bautista, 4227 Thomas St., Oceanside, CA 92056. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 5/27/2025 /s/ Christopher Bautista with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/27/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9008335 The name of the business: Ange-

lo’s Towing & Recovery, located at 301 West Del Sol Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262. Registrant, Alexandra Recovery Services, Inc., 501 Front Street, El Cajon, CA 92020. This business is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business: 4/28/2025 /s/ Louy Suliman, Secretary with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 4/28/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025

STATEMENT 2025-9010479 The name of the business: Lucy’s Timeless Treasures, located at 765 Avenida Codorniz, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Lucy Qun Yu, 765 Avenida Codorniz, San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Lucy Qun Yu with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/29/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9008590 The name of the business: Cali Comfort Homes, located at 2188 Foothills Dr., Vista, CA 92084.

Registrant, Francisco Vasquez, 2188 Foothills Dr., Vista, CA 92084. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Francisco Vasquez with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/1/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010635 The name of the business: Nekter Juice Bar San Marcos, located at 133 S. Los Posas Rd., Suite 142, San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, San Diego Juice Bar LLC, 133 S. Los Posas Rd., Suite 142, San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business: 6/2/2025 /s/ Joseph Hanna, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/2/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009052 The name of the business: Rustiq Beauty Bar, located at 342 W. El Norte Pkwy, Suite 105 & 110, Escondido, CA 92026. Registrant, Daisy Valdovinos, 15419 Villa Sierra Rd., Valley Center, CA 92082.

This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Daisy Valdovinos with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/8/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9008742 The name of the business: DoorDash Laundry, located at 3372 Edgeview St., San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Jessica Flores, 3372 Edgeview St., San Marcos, CA 92078, Lorenzo B. Arvizu, 3372 Edgeview St., San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by Co-Partners.

First day of business: 5/1/2025 /s/ Jessica Flores with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/2/2025 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9008411 The name of the business: Andrew Marin Law, located at 304 Kalmia St., San Diego, CA 92101. Registrant, Andrew Vincent Marin, 304 Kalmia St., San Diego, CA 92101.

This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 3/19/2020 /s/ Andrew Vincent Marin with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 4/29/2025 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009386 The name of the business: Scholar 4.0 Contracting Handyman Services, located at 989 Rose Mountain Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069.

Registrant, Mariusz Bezak, 43538 Savona St., Temecula, CA 92592.

This business is operated by an Individual. First day of business: 5/13/2025 s/ Mariusz Bezak with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/13/2025 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12/2025

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011014 The name of the business: Hyperion Home Remodel & Contracting, Hyperion Home Remodel Design & Build, located at 251 N. City Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Hyperion GRP LLC, 2541 N. City Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company. First day of business: 4/20/2023 s/ Brian Amodio, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/6/2025 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 73/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010540 The name of the business: Kelly Kaitson LCSW, located at 1000 E. San Marcos Blvd., #400, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Kelly Kaitson Psychotherapy, Inc., 100 E. San Marcos Blvd., #400, San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by a Corporation. First day of business: 7/25/2018 s/ Kelly Kaitson, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 5/30/2025 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3/2025 CASE NUMBER: (Numero del Caso): 25CU000127N SUMMONS (CITACION judicial) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Kristi J. Courtois and and DOES 1 through 10, inclusive.

YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Grove Unit Owners Association.

NOTICE! You have been sued.

The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff.

A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response

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LEGALS

must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response.

You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form.

If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements.

You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service.

If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante.

Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta.

Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov) en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): SAN DIEGO COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT, 325 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA 92081.

The name, address and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Craig L. Combs, SBN 229438, 7955 Raytheon Rd., Ste A, San Diego, CA 92111-1606 Date: (Fecha) January 2, 2025

Clerk (Secretario): I. Ledesma 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011071 The name of the business: Modern Beauty by Joy, located at 1425 Foothill Dr., Vista, CA 92084.

Registrant, Irene Joy Faciones, 1425 Foothill Dr., Vista, CA 92084. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Irene Joy Faciones with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/9/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011146 The name of the business: PowayRancho Bernardo-Penasquitos, Poway Rancho, Legal Eagles,located at 1175-64 La Moree Rd., San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, alan Douglas Seldon, 1175-64 La Moree Rd., San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 1/1/1982 /s/ alan Douglas Seldon with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/9/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011419 The name of the business: The Joy of Jewels, located at 14520 Maplewood St., Poway, CA 92064.

Registrant, Gioia Mariam Bowser, 14520 Maplewood St., Poway, CA 92064. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 6/10/2025 /s/ Gioia Bowser with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/12/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011546 The name of the business: Chief Patricia Photography & Creations, located at 1118 Calle Emparrado, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Patricia Ann Rabago, 1118 Calle Emparrado, San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 4/4/2025 /s/ Patricia Ann Rabago with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/13/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011310 The name of the business: Together Press, located at 163 Chapala Ct., Solana Beach, CA 92075.

Registrant, Richard B. Stevens, 163 Chapala Ct., Solana Beach, CA 92075. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 6/10/2025 /s/ Richard B. Stevens with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/11/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010918 The name of the business: Dynamic Painting & Repair, located at 1120 N. Escondido Bvd., Apt Q203, Escondido, CA 92026.

Registrant, Daniel Cisneros, PO Box 115, San Marcos, CA 92079.

This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Daniel Cisneros with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/5/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010959 The name of the business: Old Proz Embroidery & Sportswear, Seafine Embroidery, located at 2525 Pioneer Ave., #4, Vista, CA 92081. Registrant, Lawerence Jeffrey Peterson, 2130 S. Santa Fe Ave., #60, Vista, CA 92084. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 5/5/2004

/s/ Lawrence Jeffrey Peterson with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/5/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011110 The name of the business: O’Carroll Financial Planning, located at 1786 Savannah Way, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, O’Carroll Investment Management, Inc., 1786 Savannah Way, San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business: 2/3/2023 /s/ Robert O’Carroll, President with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/9/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010704 The name of the business: Crowned With A Purpose, MW Transports, located at 590 W. Richmar Ave., #109, San Marcos, CA 92069.

Registrant, Hezekai Essentials LLC, 590 W. Richmar Ave., #109, San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Felicia Meadows, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/3/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011173 The name of the business: Direct Prints, located at 3435 Capalina Rd., Unit 49, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registrant, Jose Rodriguez, 3435 Capalina Rd., Unit 9, San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Jose Rodriguez with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/10/2025 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9016203 The name of the business: Avilez Auto Service, located at 2475 Paseo De Las Americas, Apt 3753, San Diego, CA 92154. Registrant, Cristian Uriel Avilez Bernal, 2475 Paseo De Las Americas, Apt 3753, San Diego, CA 92154. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 1/1/2022 /s/ Cristian Uriel Avilez Bernal with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 4/27/2025 5/1, 5/8, 5/22, 5/30/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011706 The name of the business: Pathways Real Estate Company, located at 1337 Meredith Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028. Registrant, Norberto Cipriano Frietze, 1337 Meredith Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 2/11/2014 /s/ Norberto Frietze with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/17/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010865 The name of the business: Premier Medical Group, located at 603 Via Del Caballo, San Marcos, CA 92078. Registrant, Ronald LeRoy Gertsch, 603 Via Del Caballo, San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 6/4/2025 /s/ Ronald LeRoy Gertsch with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/17/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010660 The name of the business: Elite Fix Handyman, located at 3615 Via Colina, Oceanside, CA 92056.

Registrant, Michael Jason Holbrook, 3615 Via Colina, Oceanside, CA 92056. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 6/2/2025 /s/ Michael Jason Holbrook with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/2/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011620 The name of the business: Catalina’s Sparkle And Shine DBA Forte Of San Diego, located at 253 Avenida Marguarita, Oceanside, CA 92057. Registrant, Irene Quintanar, 253 Avenida Marguarita, Oceanside, CA 92057. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Irene Quintanar with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/16/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011162 The name of the business: SD Attorney Services, located at 3737 Via Baldona, Oceanside, CA 92056. Registrant, Marco Dino Curione, 3737 Via Baldona, Oceanside, CA 92056. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Marco Dino Curione with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/10/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011374 The name of the business: Walker Drafting, Walker Designs, located at 966 Maryland Dr., Vista, CA 92083. Registrant, colin Walker Jones, 966 Maryland Dr., Vista, CA 92083. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 5/12/2011 /s/ Colin Jones with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/12/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011607 The name of the business: Ryon’s Socal Rub & Spice, located at 955 Lake Ridge Drive, San Marcos, CA 982078. Registrant, Ryon McGuire, 955 Lake Ridge Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Ryon McGuire with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/16/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011835 The name of the business: Trident Security International, located at 1637 E. Valley Parkway, #300, Escondido, CA 92027. Registrant, Doug Rosendahl, 1637 E. Valley Parkway, #300, Escondido, CA 92027. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 6/18/2025 /s/ Doug Rosendahl with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/18/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011569 The name of the business: Jammx, located at 2043 Rue De La Montagne, Oceanside, CA 92054. Registrant, Michael D. Ottewell, 2043

Rue De La Montagne, Oceanside, CA 92054. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 6/12/2025 /s/ Michael D. Ottewell with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/13/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010919 The name of the business: A.M. Handy Man of California, located at 882 Vine St., Apt 86, Oceanside, CA 92054. Registrant, Manny Avalos, 882 Vine St., Apt 86, Oceanside, CA 92054. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: N/A /s/ Manny Avalos with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/5/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011324 The name of the business: ReForm Performance Ball, LLC, located at 1120 Mulberry Drive, San Marcos, Ca 92069. Registrant, Re-Form Performance Ball, LLC, 1120 Mulberry Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069. This business is operated by a Limited Liability Company.

First day of business: 2/22/2021 /s/ Philip Wilson, Manager with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/12/2025 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2025 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

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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: 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: 5/24/202 /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 2025-9011374 The name of the business: Walker Drafting, Walker Designs, located at 966 Maryland Dr., Vista, CA 92083. Registrant, Colin Walker Jones, 966 Maryland Dr., Vista, CA 92083. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 5/12/2011 /s/ Colin Jones with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/12/2025 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9012020 The name of the business: Roman Insurance Services, Roman Insurance Agency, located at 122 Civic Center Dr., 204, Vista, CA 92084.

Registrant, VME Roman Inc, 1308 Summer Court, Vista, CA 92084. This business is operated by a Corporation.

First day of business: 6/10/2025 /s/ Gina Portiera Roman, CEO with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/23/2025 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9011547 The name of the business: Coastal Wine Storage, located at 4119 Avenida de la Plata, Oceanside, CA 92056. Registrant, Hilda Esther Barrion Partida, 5040 Calle Arquero. This business is operated by an Individual.

First day of business: 6/13/2025 /s/ Hilda Esther Barrion Partida with Jordan Z. Marks, SD County Clerk/Recorder of San Diego on 6/13/2025 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/2025

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