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May 26, 2022 Thursday Edition
Volume 53 No. 6
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Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will. Find out just what people will submit to and you have found out the exact amount of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them and these will continue till they have resisted either with words or blows or with both. The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance those of whom they suppress. —Fredrick Douglass (1849)
Opinion: What California Is Learning from Expanding Voters Rights Joe W. Bowers Jr. | California Black Media
Candidate for Sheriff-Clifton L. Harris Vote June 7th Let's Move San Bernardino County Into The 21st Century Career Highlights, Facts, and Accomplishments Law Enforcement Career from 1974- 2004 San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Riverside County Sheriff's Department June 7, 2022, is Primary Election Day in California. On the ballot are candidates for U.S. Senate, Governor, Lt. Governor, Secretary of State, Controller, Treasurer, Attorney General, Insurance Commissioner, State Board of Equalization, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, U.S. House of Representatives, State Senate and State Assembly, as well as candidates for local elected posit ions. There are two contests for U.S. Senate on the ballot. One is for a full six-year term ending Jan. 3, 2029. The other is for the remainder of the term that Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA) has been serving in place of V.P. Kamala Harris that ends Jan. 3, 2023. Mail-in ballot voting has been underway since the second week in May. Assembly Bill 37, signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2021, requires the state to send vote-by-mail (VBM) ballots to every registered voter in the state. The law applies to all elections held after Jan. 1, 2022. Ballots are sent 29 days before the election, which was May 9 for the primary. For the November General Election, voters will start receiving ballots Oct. 10. A majority of California voters live in counties that have adopted the Voter's Choice Act (VCA) system. In 2016, Senate Bill 450 created the VCA, an election model that expands voters’ options for how, when and where they can cast their ballots in an attempt to provide more accessible voting options. VBM ballots are provided with a postage paid return envelope. For a ballot to count in the upcoming primary election, it must be postmarked on or before election day and received by June 14, 2022. It can also be dropped off in-person to
a secure ballot drop box, a voting location or county elections office by 8:00 p.m. on June 7, 2022. The VCA is an optional law. Counties elect if they want to adopt it. In 2018, five counties adopted the new law: Madera, Napa, Nevada, Sacramento and San Mateo. In 2020, nine additional counties changed their election models to the VCA: Amador, Butte, Calaveras, El Dorado, Fresno, Los Angeles, Mariposa, Orange, Santa Clara, and Tuolumne. In 2022, the number of counties that have transitioned to the VCA grew to 28 with the addition of Alameda, Kings, Marin, Merced, Riverside, San Benito, San Diego, Santa Cruz, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Ventura, and Yolo counties. In VCA counties, early inperson voting begins as early as May 28. Voters can vote at any county vote center instead of being assigned to a neighborhood polling place. The vote centers are open four to ten days prior to the election, including weekends. They serve as one-stop shops with accessible voting machines – venues where voters can drop off their VBM ballot, receive a replacement ballot, register to vote, and get help with voting material in multiple languages. Unregistered voters who miss the close of registration on May 23 will be able to conditionally register to vote at any vote center and cast a provisional ballot through the end of Election Day. When California policymakers and election officials proposed the Voter’s Choice Act most proponents applauded its benefits, including lowering election administration costs, providing greater convenience and flexibility for voters, and the potential to improve voter turnout. Recently, California Secretary of State (SOS) Shirley Weber released
a report on the implementation of VCA during the 2020 Primary and General Elections. Key findings of the report include: VCA counties had higher voter registration rates in the state. The 15 VCA counties accounted for about half of the state’s registered voters in both elections. M a ny VCA c o u nt ie s experienced a higher voter turnout compared to their nonVCA counterparts. Turnout in the 2020 General Election across racial groups showed White voters had a higher overall turnout than their non-White counterparts. The voter turnout gap for Black voters was 5.2 points, and AAPI voters had a turnout gap of 4.3 points. Black and AAPI voters turned out at similar rates as the VCA counties’ average, and Latino voters used in-person voting most among all races and ethnicities. Use of vote-by-mail ballots was the primary choice of voting in the 2020 elections. More voters chose to return their ballot by drop box than by mail. Use of drop boxes decreased after the age of 45 in the Primary Election and age 35 in the General Election. Voters in VCA counties cast a ballot in-person at a higher rate than voters in non-VCA counties in the General Election (55.1%). For the Primary Election, that number was 46.6%. In the General Election, voters aged 46-55 voted in person most compared to all other age groups. In both the Primary and General Elections, voters aged 66+ voted in-person least. VBM ballot rejection rates in
VCA counties were similar to VBM ballot rejections statewide. Voters aged 18-25 had the highest ballot rejection rate. Ballot rejection rates decreased as voter age increased in VCA counties. VBM ballots were rejected (69.3%) mainly due to not being received on time during the Primary Election. But General Election VBM ballots were mainly rejected due to nonmatching signatures (56.09%). Provisional ballot use decreased significantly between the Primary and General Elections. There were no confirmed instances of voter fraud in both the Primary and General elections in 2020. SOS’s Recommendations based on the report findings: Share best practices from counties that have high voter registration rates with counties that have lower registration rates. Reduce ballot rejection rates through increased voter education.
San Manuel Department of Public Safety • Bachelor's Degree from the University of La Verne • Law Degree from the Caruso School of Law at Pepperdine University • Plaudits from the California Attorney General • 2 Meritorious Service Awards - San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department • California Commission on the status of women recognition • ABC TV 2020 Show aired cold case in April 14,2020 {investigated in 1986 by Harris) • Disney Chanel aired cold case of missing 4yr. old child recovered by Harris in 1986 • Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition • Congressional Certificate of acknowledgement of contributions to law enforcement. • Peace Officer Standards and Training letter of appreciation • Kiwanis letter of appreciation • Barstow Unified School District letter of appreciation • San Bernardino County District Attorney Victim-Witness Service Award Nominee • Chemehuevi Indian Tribe Letter of appreciation
Continue to work with counties to ensure drop box locations are accessible and convenient to the public.
• Certificate of Commendation from the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors
Increase out reach and education about early in-person voting and other voting options available in VCA counties.
• San Bernardino County Sheriff's Academy Letter of Appreciation for Instruction {Officer Survival Skills)
Increase targeted outreach efforts to engage young voters (18-25). “We have taken away every excuse a person can possibly have as to why they won’t vote,” SOS Weber said recently. “People realize this is going to be easy and it’s comfortable.”
• Barstow Board of Realtors Letter of Appreciation
• San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Officer of the Year Nominee • Girl Scouts of America Letter of Appreciation • Fontana Unified School District Letter of Appreciation • Seal Beach Police Department Letter of Appreciation • Mono County Sheriff's Department Letter of Appreciation
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Founding San Manuel Tribal Leader Santos Manuel Receives Honorary Doctorate
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Cal State University, San Bernardino Recognizes Tribe’s Historic Contributions to the Region and Education
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San Manuel CSUSB Honorary Doctorate Ceremony.jpg San Manuel Band of Mission Indian’s Vice Chairman Johnny Hernandez Jr. and California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) President, Tomás D. Morales during the presentation of the in memoriam Honorary Doctorate of Human Letters to Santos Manuel during the commencement of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the Toyota Arena in Ontario, Calif., Friday, May 20, 2022. San Bernardino, CA, May 20, 2022 –– Santos Manuel, the founding leader of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, was awarded In-Memoriam (Posthumous) an Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) at the university’s commencement ceremonies Friday evening. The university recognized Santos Manuel, his leadership, and his legacy during the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences graduation ¾ the university’s first in-person commencement ceremony since 2019. The college’s 1,185 graduates, their guests,
and CSUSB faculty witnessed this historic occasion as San Manuel Vice Chairman Johnny Hernandez, Jr. accepted the degree. Santos Manuel was the Kiika’ (leader) of the Yuhaaviatam Clan of Serrano Indians and is known for his visionary leadership that helped ensure the survival of the Tribe, now known as the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. His life encompassed major milestones in California and U.S. history, including Spanish missionization, the American settlement of Southern California, urban development, and World War I. In 1919, Santos Manuel passed away after
San Manuel CSUSB Honorary Doctorate Acceptance.jpg (Left to Right) California State University (CSUSB), San Bernardino Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Shari McMahan, San Manuel Band of Mission Indian’s Vice Chairman Johnny Hernandez Jr., and CSUSB President, Tomás D. Morales during the presentation of the in memoriam Honorary Doctorate of Human Letters to Santos Manuel during the commencement of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the Toyota Arena in Ontario, Calif., Friday, May 20, 2022. spending the majority of his life instilling in his people lessons of Yawa’ (to act on one’s beliefs). “The Tribe is honored to accept this award on behalf of our revered elder Santos Manuel,” said Vice Chairman Hernandez. “The path he helped forge for our people is one of wisdom, vision, and community. We work to uphold his lessons through our continued investment in education, self-determination, and community building.” San Manuel Band of Mission Indians has shown a deep commitment to education. The
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Tribe is working to change the way Indigenous history is taught in California through its partnership with Assembly Member James Ramos and the sponsorship of Assembly Bill 1703. San Manuel has identified education as one of its Pillars of Giving and has invested more than $118M to educational causes. These grants and philanthropic gifts are made to nonprofits, colleges, and universities that work to expand educational opportunities and are developing innovative degree programs.
As the Apostle Peter warned, for if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment; And spared not the old world, but saved Noah the eighth person, a preacher of righteousness, bringing in the flood upon the world of the ungodly [2 Peter 2:4-5] killing every man, woman and child who spurned and ignored his warning, what do you think will happen if we continue to ignore His warnings? We too will experience the utter wrath of God. [Romans 11:21]. Isaiah warned the people that they must be in tune with God’s timing and not presume that they would always have the ear of the Lord. His words, “Seek the Lord while he may be found,” stressed the urgency of the time of decision. [Isaiah 55:6-9] “We’ve Been Warned” encourages its reader to repent while it is still daybreak. Get your copy today online $10.00 for Book; $5.00 for eBook at: Dorrance Publishing Bookstore- https://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com ISBN: 978-1-6393-7282-9 Barnes and Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/books Publisher – Dorrance Publishing Company Author: Lou K Coleman-Yeboah
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A ”Tasty Tape” way to eat messy food By AMAC At last someone has come up with a way to eat a burrito without it falling apart, says the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. It’s a simple solution that makes you wonder why someone hasn’t thought of it before now. All you need to do is secure the empanada with some tape- not your run-of-the-mill scotch tape; that’s unhealthy of course. You need to use newly invented, edible “Tasty Tape.” It was invented by students at John Hopkins University’s
Whiting School of Engineering one of whom, Tyler Guarino, explained that "First, we learned about the science around tape and different adhesives, and then we worked to find edible counterparts.” Guarino who said he couldn’t go into much detail because the team is in the process of obtaining a patent for their invention, said "What I can say is that all its ingredients are safe to consume, are food grade, and are common food and dietary additives."
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3 Tips for First-Time Drivers by Carrie Stanton Getting a driver’s license is a major milestone in a person’s life as it provides a source of independence. Whether you are a first-time driver or the parent of one, the DMV’s online services are a convenient option to avoid in-person lines and jumpstart the journey to driving. From applying for your instruction permit to preparing for and taking the knowledge test (and more), skip the line by visiting dmv.ca.gov. The DMV has expanded its online services to allow customers to complete many transactions online that previously required a visit to a local office. Here are some tips to help first-time drivers navigate the online process and get on the road sooner. 1. A p p l y f o r y o u r instruction permit The first step to driving is to apply for your learning permit. This can be completed easily online by logging on to dmv. ca.gov. While completing the application process, you’ll have the opportunity to opt-in to paperless notifications for future renewals, saving yourself and the earth from paper waste. You will then follow the steps to complete the
to schedule enough time to read and understand it. It contains a lot of important information that will prepare you to be a responsible driver. The DMV website offers practice exams to help you test your knowledge. Parents, this is also a great time to talk to your teen about enhanced safety measures and avoiding distractions.
Carrie Stanton application and get information on the items needed to take the knowledge test. If you are the parent of a new driver under the age of 18, you will have to complete the application. While applying, be sure to upgrade to a REAL ID. Starting on May 3, 2023 you’ll need a REAL ID, passport, or other federally compliant ID to board flights within the U.S. or enter secure federal facilities. 2. Prepare for your knowledge test As a first-time driver, it is a requirement to pass a knowledge test to show an understanding of traffic laws and driving safety before a permit can be issued. To prepare, review the California Driver Handbook and make sure
Investors Called to Oppose Discrimination at Meta, Twitter and Lowe's Consumer/Business News (5/24/22) Washington, D.C. Investor activists from the Free Enterprise Project (FEP) will present shareholder proposals this week at the annual shareholder meetings of Meta (formerly Facebook), Twitter and Lowe's, each proposal critical of "Diversity, Equity & Inclusion" (DEI) policies that give preference to individuals based on surface-level characteristics such as race and sex. "It's appalling how many c o m p a n i e s h a ve b e e n discriminating in recent years on the bases of race, sex, orientation and ethnicity," said FEP Director Scott Shepard. "It's all terrifically - and not secretly - illegal. Directors who merrily violate the Constitution, and who hire legal departments who ignore first-year con law precedent, are not competent to run frozen banana stands, much less global companies. The directors and the legal staffs must go, in disgrace." At tomorrow's meeting of Meta shareholders, Shepard will present Proposal 12, which
requests "an audit analyzing the Company's impacts on civil rights and non-discrimination, and the impacts of those issues on the Company's business." In his supporting statement, he warns the company - which until recently was known as Facebook - that it is setting itself up for further trouble: This has not been a good year for Facebook’s integrity. It has been caught in lie after lie, and may be caught in many more when federal investigatory power next changes hands. It has actively interfered in the U.S. political process on claims that have proven false: what it labels misinformation turns out to be true; what it supports, false. At very minimum Facebook would be wise to get outside of its bubble to find out that all Americans have not only civil rights but the same civil rights, so that its equity-based discrimination is ver y illegal i ndeed. Meta shareholders can vote for Proposal 12 here, and attend continued on page 4
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3. Practice for the driving test Once a permit has been received, try to practice driving as much as possible. This is how driving essentials such as the road sign meanings and the right-of-way rule will be learned. You must have a licensed driver in the car while practicing. Always have the permit, vehicle registration and proof of insurance handy. Once you feel ready, go online to make an appointment for the behind-the-wheel test. Be sure to create or update your MyDMV account with your current mailing address and email address to stay informed about DMV services and to make sure important information from the DMV is sent to the correct address. Now you’re all set, good luck on your driving journey!
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Industry Summit at SBVC Brings Students and Workforce Leaders Together Consumer/Business News (SAN BERNARDINO, Calif). Historically, solving the formula of closing the gap between workforce development and workforce needs has never been simple. But it has always been very important. T hat i mpor t a nce wa s exactly why a company called Tomorrow’s Talent teamed up with San Bernadino Valley College (SBVC) on April 22 for the first-ever “Our Students / Your Talent” Industry Summit. The Our Students / Your Talent Industry Summit was a seminar held at SBVC for local trade groups to learn how to improve their methods of connecting with college-age students. It brought together business leaders and educators from all over the region for the sole purpose of expanding opportunities for SBVC students. Dr. Dina Humble, SBVC’s vice president of instruction, was one of the featured speakers at the event. Humble felt the event was the perfect combination of positive energy by area workforce leaders and ambition of SBVC students and leaders to create sustainable, solid ways to fill those gaps. "Industry relationships and partnerships with San Bernardino Valley College are critical in the education, training and upskilling of our community workforce,” said Humble. “The one-of-a-kind event brought together educators, businesses in the region, and community members whose focus is on uplifting the community and providing pathways for students and employees to
earn a living wage. “It’s crucial that businesses know who our students are, what’s important to them, and how to attract and retain them as employees." During the event, seating was mixed to encourage networking and time was set aside to let participants talk about their programs and pitch ideas to one another. Toward the end of the event, various employers met with college representatives for an impromptu tour of SBVC’s training labs. According to Jen nifer McDaniel, director of Operations and Workforce Development for Tomorrow's Talent, multiple employers reached out to her demonstrating interest in developing on-site workbased learning opportunities in paid inter nships and registered apprenticeships. “San Bernardino Valley College has shown incredible foresight and leadership in their efforts to
close this gap and bridge their students to the world of work ready to impress and go beyond what is asked of them,” McDaniel said. “This first Industry Summit brought industry professionals and business leaders from across the region to work collaboratively with SBVC and form a shared vision of workforce development.” According to SBVC leadership, event outcomes included nurturing of relationships, for m i ng par tnerships, internships and apprenticeships, and finally, collaborating on curriculum content to ensure that students are learning what the industries in the region require. In light of that, McDaniel mentioned a sobering detail about the oftentimes conflicting perceptions between higher education's take on the quality of their workforce preparation programs versus industry perceptions. Before the COVID-19 pandemic
swept the world and upended much of the global workforce, McDaniel cited a Gallup poll of educational leaders, (principals, superintendents, deans and college presidents, etc.) that asked how well they thought the education system did at preparing students for the world of work. According to the poll, 96 percent of those educational leaders said they thought their systems did a great job. However, when Gallup asked business leaders how well they felt the education system did at preparing entry-level employees, only 11 percent answered favorably. “This is the gap that must be bridged for students to find success after graduation and it has only gotten worse during the last few years of tumult and change,” added McDaniel. “And that’s why this event was so important. And why it had to be successful. And we feel it absolutely was. On both sides.”
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"Game Change Game" Set To Premiere At Tribeca Film Festival Powerful Documentary Gives A Rare Look Into The Lives Of NBA Players During the Unprecedented 2020 Season "Game Change Game" is produced by THINK450, the Innovation Engine of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) in partnership with Good Company Entertainment/Local News
NEW YORK, May 23, 2022 / PRNewswire/ -- "Game Change Game," a powerful documentary that takes viewers inside the 2020 NBA season disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic, is set to make its festival debut at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 14, 2022. The film is produced by THINK450, the Innovation Engine of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA). Game Change Game Poster (PRNewsfoto/Think450 NBPA) Wit h t he coronav i r u s pandemic, social unrest, and pivotal elections across the country, this film captures such a unique moment in our history "This film came to life in the wake of the social justice reckoning triggered by the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and countless others," said veteran entertainment executive Christina Norman, THINK450's head of
content and producer of the film. "As the players were inspired to use their voices to call for justice, we were inspired to create this film to amplify the united response of the 450 basketball players of the NBA and keep the calls for justice ever present." With unmatched access to the players in the "NBA bubble," "Game Change Game" unfolds as a social justice reckoning played out across the globe and sitting on the bench wasn't an option. The film chronicles how the players grappled with issues bigger than basketball and how the brotherhood of 450 players ultimately came together to use their collective power and influence to engage in real world conversations and activism around social justice in America. The documentary captures the urgency of the moments that led players
to become agents of change. "It is very humbling for me to watch this now and look back at everything we went through as players during that time," said CJ McCollum, president of the NBPA and one of the players featured in the film. "With the coronavirus pandemic, social unrest, and pivotal elections across the country, this film captures such a unique moment in our history and it's amazing to relive these moments of togetherness and activism that transcend the game of basketball." The documentary blends personal footage shot by players interspersed with interviews from thought leaders, recording artists, and journalists including Nikole Hannah-Jones, Marc Spears, Killer Mike, as well as social justice activists and victims of police brutality. Players in the film include CJ McCollum, Jaylen Brown, Andre Iguodala, Malcolm Brogdon, Garrett Temple, Donovan Mitchell, JaVale McGee, Danny Green, Rudy Gobert, Matisse Thybulle, and Tobias Harris. NBA legends Julius Erving, Oscar Robertson and Jerry West are also featured as well as NBA coach and former player Doc Rivers. Behind the scenes, Norman brought together a stellar directing team known for their unique visual style, Spike Jordan and Maxime Quoilin. Jordan and Quoilin's creative collaboration is grounded in Jordan's talent for elevated, thought-provoking conceptual direction and Quoilin's ability to craft dynamic, breakthrough visuals. "Game Change Game" is produced by Ms. Norman, Jonathan Lia and Whitney Jackson. "Game Change Game is both
timeless and timely," said Mr. Jordan. "It's 2022 and we're still in the midst of Covid and fighting for justice. I hope this film can be the wake-up call and get people talking about the issues and how to incite the change that we need." "We started working on this film under the incredibly complex, strict, ever-evolving environment of the 'Bubble,'" says Mr. Quoilin. "We knew it could go in many directions, but after our first interviews with players it became evident that players wanted to use their platform in a completely new way. And as filmmakers it was our duty to shed light on what was on their minds once they got out of the locker room and were not only athletes, but sons, brothers, fathers and friends. "Game Change Game" can be an emotional rollercoaster, but it's an important watch." "Game Change Game" is an integral part of THINK450's content strategy, which focuses on amplifying the voices of the players and connecting them to audiences through powerful, impactful storytelling. "This film is a testament to the collective power of our players and beautifully tells the story of how they mobilized as leaders for justice and equality for all," said Tamika Tremaglio, the NBPA's executive director. "I am honored to work with these men and extremely proud of the artful storytelling produced by THINK450 that has been recognized with this opportunity to premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival." Check out "Game Change Game" screening locations, times and ticket information HERE. https://tribecafilm.com/ films/game-change-game-2022
Investors Called to Oppose Discrimination at Meta, Twitter and Lowe's...continued from page 3 the meeting - which will be held virtually tomorrow at 1:00 pm ET - using this link. Shepard’s remarks, as prepared for delivery, can be read here. The audio of his presentation can be heard here. Proposal 12, and the board’s response to it, can be found here. At Twitter's meeting tomorrow, FEP Associate Ethan Peck will present Proposal 7, which also requests an audit of the company's DEI policies. In his supporting statement, he calls upon prominent Twitter investor Elon Musk to help FEP "cure the DEI mind virus spreading inside Twitter." "If Twitter had nothing to hide, then the board wouldn't have recom mended that shareholders oppose our proposal for transparency and nondiscrimination," Peck added. "There's nothing that Twitter shareholders stand to lose by requesting more transparency around Twitter's DEI policies." Twitter shareholders can vote for Proposal 7 here, and attend the meeting - which will also be held virtually tomorrow at 1:00 pm ET - using this link. Peck's remarks, as prepared for delivery, can be read here. The audio of his presentation can be heard here. Proposal 7, and the board's response to it, can be
found here. An April letter that FEP wrote to Musk regarding the proposal can be read here. At the Lowe's shareholder meeting on Friday, Shepard will present Proposal 8, another proposal requesting a non-discrimination audit. In his supporting statement, he specifically criticizes employee training curriculum that is steeped in critical race theory: This programming created an illegally hostile work environment. If you have any doubt at all, imagine what would have been the national response if Lowe’s had been caught telling non-white employees that they were uniquely evil and had to step aside for the good of other races. Because we all have the same civil rights, this programming was just as evil, and just as wrong. Lowe's shareholders can vote for Proposal 8 here, and attend the meeting - which will be held virtually on Friday at 10:00 am ET - using this link. Shepard's supporting statement can be read here. Proposal 8, and the board's response to it, can be found here. "DEI is immoral and entirely illegal. It explicitly violates the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in no uncertain terms," said Peck. "The
boards of Meta, Twitter and Lowe's all recommended that shareholders vote against our proposals requesting a non-discrimination audit. That in and of itself should tell you all you need to know about DEI and woke boards." This week, FEP also plans to attend the meetings of BlackRock, Amazon, Exxon, Chevron, McDonald's, Morgan Stanley, Merck and Lincoln National, which together with the meetings of Meta, Twitter and Lowe's will mark the 40th50th shareholder meetings that FEP has attended or attempted to attend so far in 2022. To schedule an interview with a member of the Free Enterprise Project on these or other issues, contact Judy Kent at (703) 477-7476 or Jenny Kefauver at (703) 850-3533. Investors wishing to oppose left-wing corporate donations, race-based discrimination and other "woke" policies infiltrating Corporate America should download FEP's 2022 editions of the "Investor Value Voter Guide" and the "Balancing the Boardroom" guide. Other action items for investors and non-investors alike can be found on FEP's website. Launched in 2007, the National
the corporate world for people of corporate executives, protecting aimed at reining in out-of-control legislative and regulatory reform proceedings and contributes to markets, participates in regulatory of shareholder rights and free also lodges lawsuits in defense over corporate America. FEP continue to exert undue influence shareholder resolutions and 95 percent of all policy-oriented however, annually file more than Dozens of liberal organizations, of-center shareholder resolutions. more than 90 percent of all rightminded investors, it annually files the leading voice for conservativeimportant public policy issues. As rights, workers' rights and other food policies, media bias, gun regulations, religious freedom, care, energy, taxes, subsidies, free-market ideals about health shareholder meetings - advancing have participated in over 100 years alone, FEP representatives big business. Over the past four confluence of big government and other property rights, and the that respect shareholder and the preservation of free markets focuses on shareholder activism, Center's Free Enterprise Project continued in last 2 columns
Investors Called to Oppose Discrimination at Meta, Twitter and Lowe's...continued all viewpoints and backgrounds and pushing corporate America back to its genius and its job: business, not left-wing activism. FEP activity has been covered by media outlets including the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, Variety, the Associated Press, Bloomberg, Dr udge Repor t, Business Insider, National Public Radio and SiriusXM. FEP's work was prominently featured in Wall Street Journal writer Kimberley Strassel’s 2016 book The Intimidation Game: How the Left is Silencing Free Speech (Hachette Book Group). The National Center for Public Policy Research, founded in 1982, is a non-partisan, free-market, independent conservative think-
tank. Ninety-four percent of its support comes from individuals, less than four percent from foundations and less than two percent from corporations. It receives over 350,000 individual contributions a year from over 60,000 active recent contributors. Contributions are tax-deductible and may be earmarked for the Free Enterprise Project. Sign up for email updates at https:// nationalcenter.org/subscribe/. Follow us on Twitter at @FreeEntProject and @ NationalCenter for general announcements. To be alerted to upcoming media appearances by National Center staff, follow our media appearances Twitter account at @NCPPRMedia.
Black Real Estate Professionals Recruit Black Appraisers to Combat Bias, Declare War on Black Homeownership Gap By Hazel Trice Edney
Donnell Williams, president, Black Real Estate Professionals Alliance (TriceEdneyWire.com) When a former client of leading Black real estate broker Donnell Williams was about to get his house refinanced in Wharton, New Jersey, Williams quoted him as asking, “‘Should I have my White friend come over and open up the door for the appraiser?’” Williams, a realtor for 30 years and broker for 21 years, is well aware that his former client’s perception of racism within the real estate industry is indeed a reality. Current media stories are full of reports of people who have had to conceal their racial identities – going as far as to hide family photos and cultural art - in order to get a fair and equitable appraisal of their home. It is for this reason and many others that the Black Real Estate Professionals Alliance (BREPA. org) of which Williams is president, has joined with the Appraisal Institute (AI). Together, BREPA and AI are launching a trailblazing program to recruit and train at least “100 Black Appraisers in 100 Days”. This is a new initiative aimed at bringing parity to the field of appraising. BREPA is teaming with AI’s “Appraisal Diversity Initiative.” Here are the facts: According to The Appraisal Institute, a global professional association of real estate appraisers, there are 78,000 appraisers in the U. S. which includes 85.4 percent White appraisers, but only 1.3 percent African-Americans. According to the White House, which also recently announced a new anti-bias initiative for appraisals, “New research shows that mis-valuation in communities of color is widespread. A recent report from Freddie Mac found that appraisals for home purchases in majority-Black and majorityLatino neighborhoods were roughly twice as likely to result in a value below the actual contract price (the amount a buyer is willing
to pay for the property), compared to appraisals in predominantly white neighborhoods.” According to a report by the Washington Post, there is currently no federal database for discrimination in appraisals. However, states across the nation - including New Jersey, Ohio and Illinois - are beginning to explore ways to penalize those who traffic in racial discrimination in appraisals through legislations or the courts. As with all systemic racial disparities, this bias also directly impacts generational wealth building for the Black community. The National Urban League reports that the median White family holds eight times the wealth of the typical Black family and five times the wealth of the typical Latino family. With several new initiatives, Williams, former president of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), has declared war on the homeownership gap experienced by communities of color. According to the U.S. Census, as of the second quarter of last year, the Black homeownership rate was 44.6 percent compared to 74.2 percent for Whites, according to NAREB's State of Housing in Black America (SHIBA) report. That is a gap of 29.6 percent larger than the 27 percent gap that existed "in 1960, before the Civil Rights movement and Fair Housing laws," the SHIBA report said. Williams hopes that the launch of his initiatives will help close the gap, thereby help to realize the highest homeownership rate in years for first time buyers. Civil rights organizations that deal with economic justice issues agree that the appraisal bias issue is a key to bringing parity. “The National Urban League has long recognized racial bias in home and property appraisals as a barrier to Black homeownership and generational wealth building,” said Marc H. Morial, NUL president/CEO. “Through our work as one of the nation’s largest providers of housing counseling assistance to communities of color, we know all too well that this type of discrimination has gone on for too long and in plain sight.” Williams, former president of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers, contends that continued on page 6
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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS/NEWS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220004211 Date Filed 05/03/2022 Filing Expires On: 05/03/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): PALACE APPAREL County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 15930 NISQUALI RD APT 13A VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 Number of Employees: 0 Name of Individual Registrant: CIERRA BURKES Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 15930 NISQUALI RD APT 13A VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Apr 26, 2022 Cierra Burkes, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 26, June 2, 9, 16, 2022.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220004495 Date Filed 05/10/2022 Filing Expires On: 05/10/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): SOCAL BLACK CAR SERVICE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 11325 MOUNTAIN VIEW DR APT 197 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Number of Employees: 1 Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: HERAL LOGISTIC LLC State of Inc./Org./ Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 202120411010 Residence Street Address: 11325 MOUNTAIN VIEW DR 197 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 This business is/was conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jul 21, 2021 Jose Luis Herrera, CEO, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 12, 19, 26, June 2, 2022.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220003922 Date Filed 04/27/2022 Filing Expires On: 04/27/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): BAMBOO ICESHAVED ICE & MORE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:13551 QUAPAW COURT APPLE VALLEY, CA 92308 Name of Individual Registrant: SALDY C. PORTACIO Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address:13551 QUAPAW COURT APPLE VALLEY, CA 92308 Name of Individual Registrant: MARY P. SANCHEZ-PORTACIO 13551 QUAPAW COURT APPLE VALLEY, CA 92308 This business is/was conducted by: A Married Couple Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Mar 01, 2022 Saldy C. Portacio, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 5, 12, 19, 26, 2022.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220003082 Date Filed 04/06/2022 Filing Expires On: 04/06/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): BEE KIND BOUTIQUE & TREATS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 10326 MIDDLETON ROAD PHELAN, CA 92371 Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 292631 PHELAN, CA 92329 Number of Employees: 0 Name of Individual Registrant: JANET M. CHAMPLIN Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 10326 MIDDLETON ROAD PHELAN, CA 92371 Name of Individual Registrant: KAMIE L. CHAMPLIN Residence Street Address: 10326 MIDDLETON ROAD PHELAN, CA 92371 This business is/was conducted by: A General Partnership Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Mar 20, 2022 Janet Champlin, Owner/General Partner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 5, 12, 19, 26, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220004392 Date Filed 05/06/2022 Filing Expires On: 05/06/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): 1. CINDERELLA’S CLOSET YOUR SPECIALTY LINGERIE BOUTIQUE 2. CINDERELLA’S CLOSET LINGERIE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 9033 BASELINE ROAD, SUITE C RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Number of Employees: 2 Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: CINDERELLA’S CLOSET YOUR SPECIALTY LINGERIE BOUTIQUE State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.:4327008 Residence Street Address: 9033 BASELINE ROAD, SUITE C RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Oct 19, 2019 Dana S. Walker, CEO, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 19, 26, June 2, 9, 2022.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220004499 Date Filed 05/10/2022 Filing Expires On: 05/10/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): ALLSTAR AUTO REPAIR AND DETAIL CENTER County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 2225 CLUB WAY SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 Name of Individual Registrant: EDWARD R. SIORDIA Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 2225 CLUB WAY SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Nov 15, 2021 Edward R. Siordia, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 19, 26, June 2, 9, 2022.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220003798 Date Filed 04/22/2022 Filing Expires On: 04/22/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): WOMEN’S STONE SOUP SOCIETY County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 7814 MELINDA WAY FONTANA, CA 92336 Number of Employees: 2 Name of Individual Registrant: CHRISTINE SMITH Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 7814 MELINDA WAY FONTANA, CA 92336 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Apr 19, 2022 Christine Smith, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 5, 12, 19, 26, 2022.
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2204961 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: TUNDRE HARTNELL & BENJAMIN HARTNELL filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. ADELINE EMOKE HARTNELL Proposed name: to: EMOKE ILONA HARTNELL THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: June 27, 2022 Time 8:30 a.m. Dept.: S16 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO Central Justice Center 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date:
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220004085 Date Filed 05/02/2022 Filing Expires On: 05/02/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): DREAMS BRIDAL & ACCESSORIES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 15024 BEAR VALLEY RD. #A VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 Number of Employees: 1 Name of Individual Registrant: CRISTOFER REYES Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 15024 BEAR VALLEY RD. #A VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 15, 2022 Cristofer Reyes, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 12, 19, 26, June 2, 2022.
John M. Pacheco Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 26, June 2, 9, 16, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2208689 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: MAGDALENA LOERA filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. MAGDALENA LOERA AKA HELEN LOERA Proposed name: to: HELEN VALADEZ THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 7/13/22 Time 8:30 a.m. Dept.: S17 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO San Bernardino District-Civil 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: 5/18/22
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220004249 Date Filed 05/04/2022 Filing Expires On: 05/04/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): PHELAN GREEN GARDEN County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 10750 SHEEP CREEK RD PHELAN, CA 92371 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: PHELAN GREEN GARDEN State of Inc./ Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 5013574 Residence Street Address: 10750 SHEEP CREEK ROAD PHELAN, CA 92371 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Hong Hui Dong, CEO, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 12, 19, 26, June 2, 2022.
John M. Pacheco Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 26, June 2, 9, 16, 2022 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2205814 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: MARIA ARAQUE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. MARIA ARAQUE Proposed name: to: MARIA DE LOS ANGELES ARAQUEZ MEZA THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: Jun 06, 2022 Time 8:30 a.m. Dept:. S16 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO San Bernardino District-Civil Division 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: Apr 06, 2022
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220003796 Date Filed 04/22/2022 Filing Expires On: 04/22/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): ROMANS 828 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 9033 BASELINE ROAD SUITE C RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFO 91730 Name of Individual Registrant: DANA S WALKER Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 6886 RIVERRUN COURT EASTVALE, CA 91752 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Dana S. Walker, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 5, 12, 19, 26, 2022.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220003737 Date Filed 04/21/2022 Filing Expires On: 04/21/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): BLACKRUBY ENTERTAINMENT County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 11611 VILLA STREET ADELANTO, CA 92301 Name of Individual Registrant: CLARENCE E. PARMER 3RD Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 11611 VILLA STREET ADELANTO, CA 92301 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Sep 10, 2021 Clarence E Parmer 3rd, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 5, 12, 19, 26, 2022.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220004641 Date Filed 05/13/2022 Filing Expires On: 05/13/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): REVISION ROASTERS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 6643 ALBERTA PL RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91701 Number of Employees: 1 Name of Individual Registrant: MICHAEL W. CENICEROS Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 6643 ALBERTA PL RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91701 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: May 08, 2022 Michael W. Ceniceros, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 26, June 2, 9, 16, 2022.
John M. Pacheco Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper May 12, 19, 26, June 2, 2022.
PETITION/PROBATE
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: NIKOLAOS MARKOU aka NICK MARKOU CASE NO: PROSB 2200074
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: NIKOLAOS
MARKOU aka NICK MARKOU
A Petition For Probate has been filed by: ANGELIKI ROMANOU in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. The Petition For Probate requests that: be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining
court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 5/09/2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: S36 Superior Court Of California, /county Of San Bernardino 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0212 San Bernardino District-Probate Division If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Lee J. Petrohilos Petros Law Offices 1851 E. 1st St., Ste. 840 Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714)542-3110 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper May 12, 19, 26, 2022.
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A Petition For Probate has been filed by: ROBERT L. SCHMITT in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. The Petition For Probate requests that: ROBERT L. SCHMITT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: Jun 08, 2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: S35 Superior Court Of California, County Of Riverside 4050 Main Street Riverside, CA 92501 Central District If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: William M. Nassar, Esq. Law Office of William M. Nassar 1461 Ford Street, Ste. 203 Redlands, CA 92373-3909 (909)307-2000 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper May 12, 19, 26, 2022.
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“I Want You to Know - There are Consequences to Pay When One Does Not Heed the Warnings of God!” By: Lou Yeboah
Lou Yeboah You see, God began human history with a warning. He told Adam and Eve that if they ate of the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, they would surely die. [Genesis 2:17]. The soul that sins shall die [Ezekiel 18:20]. There are consequences to pay when one does not heed the warnings of God. If you continue to disobey and live in sin, God’s anger will descend on you like King Manasseh. Don’t take God’s grace for granted. Repent before it is too late! “A prudent man sees danger and takes refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it.” [Proverbs 22:3]. How long will you simple ones love your simple ways? How long will mockers delight in mockery and fools hate knowledge?” [Proverbs 1:22]. “How long will you keep ignoring the warning signs and live for your own ways and desires as if there are no consequences for doing so?” Proverbs 14:12; 16:25 reminds us that, “There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death” God’s warnings always precede God’s judgment! Case in point, before the tragedy that befell the house of Eli, the death of his two sons and his own death, God had warned about the sin of Eli’s sons and his failure to discipline them. He warned of the impending judgment. “Then the LORD said to Samuel, ‘I am about to do a shocking thing in Israel. I am going to carry out all my threats against Eli and his family. I have warned him continually that judgment is coming for his family, because his sons are blaspheming God and he hasn’t disciplined them. So, I have vowed that the sins of Eli and his sons will never be forgiven by sacrifices or offerings” [1 Samuel 3:11-14]. Why? Because they had squandered the opportunities, to repent. God’s warnings always precedes His judgment. The angels who came to execute God’s judgment on Sodom and
Gomorrah told Lot, “‘Run for your lives!’ the angels warned. ‘Do not stop anywhere in the valley. And don’t look back! Escape to the mountains, or you will die.’” [Genesis 19:17]. But Lot’s wife didn’t heed their warning. She looked back. Therefore, God’s judgment came upon her. She became a pillar of salt [Genesis 19:26]. I tell you, there are consequences to pay when one does not heed the warnings of God! Be like the people of Nineveh who repented and believe that God will do what He said he would do. Nineveh believed God, proclaimed a fast, and put on sackcloth, from the greatest to the least of them. Then word came to the king of Nineveh; and he arose from his throne and laid aside his robe, covered himself with sackcloth and sat in ashes” The king took Jonah’s message very seriously and caused it to be proclaimed and published throughout Nineveh by the decree of the king and his nobles, saying, “Let neither man nor beast, herd nor flock, taste anything; do not let them eat, or drink water. But let man and beast be covered with sackcloth, and cry mightily to God; let everyone turn from his evil way and from the violence that is in his hands. Who can tell if God will turn and relent, and turn away from His fierce anger, so that we may not perish?” [Jonah 3:5-9]. “When God saw that they had put a stop to their evil ways, he had mercy on them and didn’t carry out the destruction he had threatened” [Jonah 3:10]. God’s warning always comes before His judgment. Your response to His warnings determines what happens to you. As Daniel told King Nebuchadnezzar [Daniel 4:27] please listen to me. Stop sinning and do what is right. God’s warning comes before His Judgment. [Ezekiel 18:20]. God did not just let them go into sin. He sent messenger after messenger, prophet after prophet, judge after judge, king after king—and they never listened. Even though God had compassion on them and wanted to save them from this, they were not willing. [2 Chronicles 36:15]. “Prepare to meet your God, O Israel!" [Amos 4:12].
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Period Poverty Stacy L. Thomas The documentary film, Period. End of Sentence., shows a twelve-year-old’s menses amidst the shame, embarrassment, and misinfor mation surrounding menstruation. “Why does [the bleeding] happen?” the young girl asks the women of her village. “What happens in the body?” An older woman explains, “This is something only God knows. It’s bad blood which comes out.” Without proper education and information, such taboos a nd my t hs su r rou nd i ng menstruation are perpetuated. In the documentary, women share how they are not allowed to enter the temple to worship, nor are they allowed “to pray to any of the gods during our periods,” because “the elders . . . say that the prayer isn’t heard, no matter how much
you pray.” One young woman, Sneba, observes that the goddess they pray to “is a woman, just like us, so I don’t agree with this rule that women should not enter the temple during menstruation because they are believed to be dirty. I don’t think it’s right.” Education—for all—about menst r uation and bet ter management of it, as well as access to clean water, soap, security, privacy, and affordable hygiene products, will vastly decrease “period poverty” globally. Education can promote healthy habits and break stigmas about a natural biological process. Period poverty denotes the inadequate access to menstrual hygiene resources, tools, and education and the inequalities continued in next 2 columns
Period Poverty...continued related to menstruation. In the United States, students, those living in poverty, and those experiencing homelessness are often unable to access sanitary products, which can force them to choose between purchasing food and purchasing sanitary products. Currently, there are 30 states that tax period products because they consider them “nonessential goods.” Similarly, food stamps do not cover period products, though 25 million women in the United States live in poverty. Globally, it is not uncommon for girls to stop attending school upon beginning to menstruate, because they lack access to menstruation products and private restrooms with toilets, clean water, and soap. They resort to using bits of clothing, socks, rags, newspapers, even toilet paper or plastic bags. They have no safe place to change, and because the menstrual blood seeps through their clothing, they are teased and even bullied. When they try to find a place to change, they discover that men follow them and watch them. Approximately “1.25 billion [menstruators] have no access to a safe, private toilet, [and] 526
million don’t have a toilet at all.” Period poverty is a justice issue and a “hidden” public health crisis. Because our faith encourages us to care for our bodies as well as our spirits, we are invited to care about this issue. Congregations may help reduce period poverty in their own neighborhoods by ensuring there are sanitary products in all restrooms. A congregation could hold a collection drive for menstrual products in their building, as well as local schools and shelters. They could host a film screening of Period. End of Sentence. and invite conversations on women’s empowerment and overcoming stigma and taboos through normalizing menstruation. They could write letters to Congress demanding that the “pink tax” on period products be removed. Together, we can help reduce the stigma of shame, humiliation, embarrassment, disempowerment, and miseducation surrounding menstruation. Rev. Stacy L. Thomas currently serves as the pastor of the United Church of Christ in Simi Valley, located in Simi Valley, CA.
Federal Trade Commission Launches Inquiry into Infant Formula Crisis Agency Seeks Public Comment on Attempts to Deceive Families and Factors that May Have Contributed to the Ongoing Shortage of Infant Formula Lifestyle News Today, the Federal Trade Commission staff launched an inquiry into the ongoing shortage for infant formula that has caused hardship for countless American families. The inquiry seeks information about the nature and prevalence of any deceptive, fraudulent, or otherwise unfair business practices aimed at taking advantage of families during this shortage. It also aims to shed light on the factors that have led to concentration in the infant formula market and the fragility of the supply chains for these crucial products. FTC Chair Lina M. Khan released a statement in conjunction with the public inquiry committing to a series of actions to confront this crisis. "We have been monitoring and will continue to monitor the ongoing infant formula shortage, which is causing enormous anxiety, fear, and financial burden for American families," said Chair Lina M. Khan in her statement. "The FTC is launching a public inquiry to identify the factors that contributed to the shortage or hampered our ability to respond to it. Learning from this experience can help determine how we can minimize the risk of similar shortages in the markets for other life-sustaining products." The Request for Information seeks public input on whether the FTC itself or state or federal agencies may have inadvertently taken steps that contributed to fragile supply chains in the market for these crucial products for many American families. Comments should be submitted to regulations.gov and must be received no later than Friday, June 24, 2022 by 11:59pm ET. The FTC will examine the pattern of mergers and acquisitions in the infant formula market to better understand current concentration, how it came to be, and how that should inform future merger review. The
FTC encourages members of the public with any information to comment on the public docket and share their experiences and knowledge with FTC staff about the following topics: Instances where families have experienced fraud, deception, or scams when attempting to purchase infant formula or been forced to purchase formula from online resellers at exorbitant prices; Fa m i l ie s’ ex p e r ie nc e s purchasing infant formula through the Special Supplemental Nut r it ion P r og r a m for Women, Infants, and Children (“WIC”) throughout the crisis; Retailers’ experiences obtaining brands not ordinarily covered by their state’s WIC programs and their experiences working with distributors and manufacturers t h r o u g h o u t t h e c r i si s; Whether small and independent retailers have faced particular difficulties accessing limited supplies of infant formula compared to large chain retailers; The impact of mergers and acquisitions on the number of infant formula suppliers, capital investment, and total ma nufact u r i ng capacit y; The impact of state WIC competitive bidding on the number of infant formula suppliers, capital investment, and total manufacturing capacity; The impact of FDA regulations on the number of infant formula suppliers, capital investment, and total manufacturing capacity, including capacity located outside the United States; and Whether there are other regulatory barriers that have prevented companies located outside the United States from entering the infant formula market. In her statement, Chair Khan commits to investigating and enforcing the law against anyone who has deceived, defrauded, continued in last 2 columns
Federal Trade Commission Launches Inquiry into Infant Formula Crisis...continued or scammed desperate families. Additionally, her statement says that the FTC will examine whether manufacturers or distributors are engaging in unlawful discrimination that may be limiting remaining infant formula supplies at smaller retailers. Chair Khan also pledges that the FTC will investigate the long-term causes of the crisis and apply any lessons to prevent future shortages in similar, life-sustaining industries going forward. The FTC will also work with the USDA, which administers WIC, to analyze the results of the public inquiry. WIC represents approximately fifty percent of the infant formula market and is a vital source of nutrition for mothers and families. However, concentration in the infant formula market has created market fragilities that,
combined with certain features of the program, may impede WIC’s ability to quickly respond to lengthy product recalls, factory shutdowns, or other disruptions. The FTC and USDA will work together to conduct a thorough analysis of the information received through this public inquiry to help determine what policy changes might be necessary to reduce concentration and expand resiliency into the infant formula market to prevent future shortages. The Federal Trade Commission works to promote competition, and protect and educate consumers. You can learn more about how competition benefits consumers or file an antitrust complaint. For the latest news and resources, follow the FTC on social media, subscribe to press releases and read our blog.
Black Real Estate Professionals Recruit Black Appraisers to Combat Bias, Declare War on Black Homeownership Gap...continued from page 4 providing scholarships (which will differ from state to state), helping to facilitate the required 2,000 apprentice hours, and the full and final licensing of more AfricanAmerican appraisers, will provide African-American homeowners with a sense of certitude in the appraisal process. Williams also stresses that 100 Black Appraisers in 100 Days will not only provide Black homeowners, in particular, with greater confidence in the appraisal process, but will also create jobs in the Black community that pay a living wage with salaries that can range from $57,000-$147,000 a year. Together, these actions will serve to increase Black home ownership and help close the wealth gap, Williams says. Dozens across the country have already signed up for the opportunity to become an appraiser on BREPA.org. One potential apprentice, Candis Pressley of Philadelphia, is a seasoned real estate broker of 23 years. She has a bachelor’s and master’s degree in real estate and says she simply loves the business. However, she too has run into racially biased appraisers. Candis recalls finalizing a contract where her client was the lessee and the appraiser was asking for proof of her authority to sign the lease. “Really, in my 23 years of doing this, I’ve never seen anything like it,” she said. “I felt it was racial bias from the appraiser and what they were asking. And it really encouraged me that this is a much-needed program.” The mother of a 10-year-old son, Pressley says she has already begun teaching him about real
estate and she hopes to see him in the business someday with “generational wealth” that can be continually passed down. “It’s always been the case of a Caucasian person coming into our properties telling us what the value is,” says Bill Collins, communications liaison for the Black Real Estate Professionals Alliance. “This initiative is going to change that. Now you will have someone who looks like us who hopefully will be level-headed enough after they go through these apprenticeships to do a fair job for the consumer. Let’s also keep in mind that this is not just about them doing a fair job for those who look like us but being able to work in the industry at large.” Collins states one of the reasons more African-Americans do not seek to become appraisers is "because of the gatekeepers. It’s hard to get mentorships even if you meet the qualifications. Then they want you to have a bachelor’s degree. Then you have to put in so many apprentice hours. It’s a good ole boy network we can’t get in to do those training hours.” Advocates in the field of homeownership agree that more Black appraisers will assist in remedying the issue of appraisal bias. In a recent column, Charlene Crowell, a senior fellow with the Center for Responsible Lending, quoted The Urban Institute: “Appraiser bias has likely played a role in homeownership and housing wealth outcomes, and increasing diversity in the field can diminish this bias in the long term.”
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COVID-19 Surge in Marin Fueled By BA.2 Variant California State Library Awards More than $5 Million in Grants to Ethnic Media Outlets
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Public Health focus shifting toward most vulnerable residents.-Courtesy of Marin County Marin County is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases fueled by the highly contagious Omicron BA.2 variant. Since the first week of April, when BA.2 became the dominant strain in Marin, case rates have tripled. As with prior surges, this has led to outbreaks in schools, long term care facilities and correctional institutions. Virus levels in wastewater confirm COVID-19 activity is increasing across the county. Marin County Public Health attributes the current surge to two main factors — the characteristics of the newly emerging Omicron variants and the behavior of the community. “Each variant is different,” said Dr. Matt Willis, Marin County Public Health Officer. “We’re learning in real time about this new strain, and what it does and doesn’t do. It’s very good at infecting people, including those who are vaccinated. But it’s not sending vaccinated people to the hospital.” The rise in COVID-19 cases has not been accompanied by a similar rise in hospitalizations for severe illness. Today there are no patients in intensive care for COVID-19 in any Marin hospital, and no deaths have been reported in over one month. Since the start of the pandemic each major variant has been more contagious than the last. At the same time, high vaccination rates, and now access to treatments, have significantly reduced the impact on hospitalizations and deaths. Vaccination reduces risk of death by 90%, and treatment reduces
risk an additional 90%. For the first time since the pandemic began, a goal of zero COVID deaths may be within reach. People who were infected in the past and who are up to date with vaccination have more powerful immunity, acquired from infection and vaccine, and local data shows they are even better protected. This may explain why communities and regions with historically lower infection rates, such as the Bay Area, are seeing more cases now. Marin County Public Health is committed to a balanced response to this surge and is focused on protecting our most vulnerable residents against severe illness and death. Public Health recommends that those over age 60 who also have a medical condition that increases risk, residents of any age who are immunocompromised, and unvaccinated residents take the following precautions: Prevent exposure to the virus: Consider avoiding nonessential indoor gatherings while transmission levels in the community remain high. If attending an indoor gathering, or in any indoor public setting, wear a well fitted KN-95 or N-95 mask. Get up to date with your vaccines: Being fully up to date with vaccinations is the most important protection against serious illness. Seek treatment if needed: Test for COVID if symptomatic (including allergy-like symptoms). If positive, promptly contact your healthcare provider to determine if you would benefit from COVID-19
treatment. Prescriptions for COVID treatments can be filled at most pharmacies across Marin. The Omicron BA.2 variant is estimated to be at least 25% more infectious than the BA.1 strain and is better able to evade immune defenses against infection. Still, vaccinated individuals remain highly protected against serious illness. Among Marin County residents’ data show that vaccination reduces risk of hospitalization by 94%. “The virus is changing, and our approach needs to shift as well,” said Dr. Willis. “It’s increasingly likely most of us will have a date with COVID, if we haven’t yet. The key is to be vaccinated and boosted before that happens, so we don’t end up seriously ill. Plus, we need to rally to prevent infections among the most vulnerable, and make sure they have access to treatment.” Prior to attending any gathering, Marin County Public Health recommends everyone seek same day rapid antigen testing. People who test positive should stay at home and isolate, which further decreases the risk of asymptomatic or pre-symptomatic transmission to v ul nerable residents. Learn more about current COVID-19 activity in Mar in Count y at Coronavir us.mar in h hs.org The post COVID-19 Surge in Marin Fueled By BA.2 Variant first appeared on Post News Group. This article originally appeared in Post News Group.
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[Sacramento, Calif.] – The State of California has awarded $5,078,055 in grants to 46 ethnic media outlets and organizations serving communities that are historically vulnerable to hate incidents and hate crimes. A joint venture of the California Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs and the California State Library, the grant program aims to build public awareness of the Stop the Hate Program administered by the California Department of Social Services, which provides support and services to victims and survivors of hate incidents and hate crimes and works to prevent hate crimes or incidents from happening in the first place. “Crimes targeting victims because of their race or ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender or a disability have no place in the state of California,” said Gov. Gavin Newsom. “These grants will increase awareness of the valuable services provided by the Stop the Hate Program, reduce stigma surrounding the reporting of hate incidents, and promote community healing.” “The Califor nia Asian American & Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus (API Caucus) and I pushed for these funds to help strengthen California’s
more than 350 ethnic media outlets,” said Assemblymember Phil Ting, D-San Francisco. “We’re looking forward to subsequent grant awards being even more helpful to more ethnic media outlets around the state.” Funding for this grant program was provided as part of the Asian and Pacific Islander Equity Budget, a three-year investment of $166.5 million to fund critical resources and services in response to the sharp rise in hate incidents and hate crimes. In addition to the $110 million for programs by the Department of Social Services, the API Equity Budget included $10 million in grants for ethnic media outlets to conduct effective, innovative, and culturally competent outreach and education to Asian, Pacific Islander and other populations impacted by hate crimes and incidents. The State Library will award an additional $5 million in grants to ethnic media outlets in subsequent fiscal years. “The primary job of government is to ensure public safety, and our Asian American Pacific Islander communities continue to suffer from an unacceptable and distressing increase in hate crimes committed against our family members and neighbors,” said State Senator Dr. Richard Pan, who chairs the API Caucus. “We
are thankful for the Governor’s support of these critical public safety investments to combat this rise in crimes against our AAPI communities, and excited for the partnership with media outlets to help stop the hate.” The grants will fund specialized reporters, fellowships, and internships at ethnic media outlets, news briefings and roundtables, digital and social media content, community gatherings and partnerships with grassroots organizations a nd Com mu n it y Ba se d Organizations. Grantees include media outlets and organizations serving California’s Asian American and Pacific Islander, Latino, Black, Native American and LGBTQ+ communities. About the State Library: Founded in 1850, the California State Library has an extensive collection of art, books, diaries, maps, newspapers, periodicals, photographs, and posters from throughout California’s rich history. The State Library is also California state government’s information hub and holds federal and state publications, is home to the Bernard E. Witkin State Law Library and the Braille and Talking Book Library and serves as the lead state agency for libraryrelated services throughout California. State Library website
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