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Vol. 49 No. 16

August 9, 2018 - August 15, 2018

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USC Calls For Federal Investigation After Hiring, Firing Former Assemblyman Sebastian Ridley-Thomas

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Former Calif. Assemblyman Sebastian Ridley- Thomas.Credit: State Assembly Democratic Caucus LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) – After hiring and later firing former California Assemblyman Sebastian Ridley-Thomas (DWest Los Angeles) as a professor, USC has asked the U.S. Attorney’s Office to conduct a criminal investigation into a recent $100,000 donation from a campaign fund controlled by his father, Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas. Sebastian Ridley-Thomas, 30, was hired by USC as a professor of social work and public policy after abruptly resigning from the Assembly in December, saying unspecified health problems left him no choice but to step down as he needed an extended period of time to recuperate. USC also gave Ridley-Thomas, who lacks a graduate degree, a scholarship to pursue a master’s program in social work, sources familiar with the matter told the Los Angeles Times. The unusual arrangement has come under scrutiny in recent weeks as the scandal-plagued university attempts to adopt more transparency in its affairs, according to the newspaper. Administrators launched an investigation and Sebastian Ridley-Thomas was fired in July, according to

The Times’ sources. After the internal probe, USC approached the U.S. Attorney’s office in Los Angeles and told federal prosecutors it had concerns about a recent $100,000 donation from a campaign fund controlled by Mark Ridley-Thomas, The Times reported. The university sits in Mark Ridley-Thomas’ district. The gift to USC’s Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work ended up in the account of a nonprofit group outside the university run by Sebastian RidleyThomas, according to sources and public records, the newspaper reported. Mack Jenkins, head of the public corruption and civil rights section at the U.S. Attorney’s office, confirmed that a lawyer for USC briefed him on the Ridley-Thomas matter and referred it “for criminal investigation,” The Times reported. He declined further comment. Sebastian Ridley-Thomas’ attorney, Lance Olson, told The Times his USC admission was “based on his own merits” and went through “normal channels.” As for Ridley-Thomas’ faculty job, Olson said USC’s offer letter stated his client was hired with

Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas the “enthusiastic recommendation of the faculty.” A lawyer for Mark Ridley-Thomas told The Times the supervisor was “surprised to learn that his donation to USC has become an issue.” “We do not believe that it raises any legal or ethical issues, and it had nothing to do with his son’s scholarship or employment at the university,” attorney Stephen Kaufman told The Times. USC’s board of trustees learned of Ridley-Thomas’s donation last month and were working with federal authorities, board chair Rick Caruso told The Times. “I am disturbed and concerned by these allegations and people will be held accountable for their behavior, as appropriate,” Caruso said in a statement issued by USC. “It looks like (USC) was a passthrough for this money, and it looks like there were favors done for Mark Ridley-Thomas and his son by (USC) getting a donation and hiring the son for a job that he may or may not have been qualified for, and that he may or may not have done,” criminal defense attorney Steve Meister told CBS2. USC has faced a series of scan-

dals over the past few years. More than 200 women have come forward over the past several months accusing former longtime USC health center gynecologist George Tyndall of sexual misconduct. The scandal prompted USC President Max Nikias to step down, although he has not officially resigned his post. In April 2016, Carmen Puliafito stepped down as dean of the USC Keck School of Medicine after it was revealed he had partied with underage girls and provided drugs to his girlfriend, who was a prostitute. The California medical board later ordered Puliafito be stripped of his license to practice medicine. In November 2016, Dr. Rohit Varma, a noted ophthalmologist, was named dean to replace Puliafito. However, in October 2017, however, he also resigned amid a report that 15-years-prior, USC reached a financial settlement with a female researcher who accused him of sexual harassment. “No institution wants to be scandal-plagued, but USC is right now, and it’s way beyond the athletic department this time,” Meister said.

The 106th birthday celebration of Emma Shaw Community News

Family Matriarch Emma Shaw On August 11, 2018, in San Bernardino the Shaw family will gather together to celebrate the 106th birthday of the family matriarch, Emma Shaw. Emma was the 2nd born to James and Gertrude Armstrong on August 9, 1912 in Tallulah, Louisiana. Emma was not able to complete school because the family needed her to help in the cotton fields. At the tender age of 15 she met the love of her life, George Bernard Shaw. Emma and George were married on February 6, 1929 and to this union God blessed them with 13

children; six sons, five daughters and two children who died at birth. Six of their children; Cleveland, Luretha, Johnny B, Joyce, Wiley and Mary were born in Tallulah. Emma and George were married for 62 years until he passed away. In 1942 George saw potential for advancement by moving his family from Louisiana to Las Vegas, Nevada. While in Las Vegas, Emma was an employee at the El Rancho and Frontier hotels. Emma gave birth to twins, Donell and Ronell, before leaving Nevada in 1944.

As times began to change, George had the foresight again to relocate his family to San Bernardino, California in 1944. Emma began working in private homes as a maid. She then found new employment at Norton Air Force Base. After leaving Norton, Emma began doing seasonal work at the National Orange Show. Once the seasonal work was done, Emma found employment in Palm Springs where she worked for 16 years. While in California Barbara, Vernon and Valerie were born. Though their resources were limited, that did not prevent Emma from sharing with those who were even less fortunate whenever they stopped by. She is an excellent cook and is known for her homemade biscuits, fried chicken and her peach cobbler. Emma joined New Hope Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend David Campbell. After the passing of Reverend Campbell, Mother Shaw changed her membership to Greater New Jerusalem Church of God in Christ, which was then under the leadership of Elder Herbert C. Pugh. Mother Shaw grew spiritually at Greater New

Jerusalem where she became the Church Mother. She served as Church Mother for over 40 years and in recognition for this service Mother Shaw was appointed Church Mother Emeritus. Everyone who knows Mother Shaw has heard her testimony and can repeat it verbatim as she starts to say…”Early one Saturday morning I was in my bathroom when I heard a loud voice saying, ‘Be ready, I’m on My way back’…” and from that time to this day, Mother Emma tells everyone that she encounters to be ready, the Lord is on His way back. In 2008 in recognition of her longevity the City of San Bernardino dedicated a street in her honor – Emma Road (emerald), located on the Westside. This street was bestowed with that name because she has been a jewel in the community for so many decades. The matriarch of six generations Emma has 6 living children, and well over 300 grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and great great great grandchildren.

In this July 23, 2018 photo, newly appointed Boston Police Commissioner William Gross speaks at City Hall after he was introduced to succeed William Evans. Gross will be sworn in as the city’s first African American police commissioner on Monday, Aug. 6. (Jessica Rinaldi/The Boston Globe via AP) Jessica Rinaldi AP

In this July 23, 2018 photo, newly appointed Boston Police Commissioner William Gross, right, speaks after he was introduced to succeed William Evans, left, at City Hall in Boston. Gross will be sworn in as the city’s first African American police commissioner on Monday, Aug. 6. (Matt Stone/The Boston Herald via AP) Matt Stone AP

BOSTON William Gross was sworn in Monday as Boston’s first black police commissioner, pledging to create a more inclusive and diverse department and prioritize officer well-being. Calling it a historic occasion, Democratic Mayor Marty Walsh administered the oath of office to Gross in front of a standing-room only crowd of about 900 people at the Morning Star Baptist Church. As the crowd cheered, Gross took off his new

badge and put it around the neck of his mother, who’s been a member of the church for 35 years. At one point, someone in the crowd shouted “This is history!” ”I know that Dr. Martin Luther King is looking down today and smiling at the realization of one of his dreams: that a man is not judged by the color of his skin by the content of his character,” said Randall Halstead, a retired police superintendent.

Preschool Services Department Volunteers Needed San Bernardino County Preschool Services Department (PSD) is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving as Community Representatives on the Head Start Policy Council for the 2018-19 program year. Volunteer service in this role is limited to three one-year terms. The Policy Council is a part of the format structure of shared decision-making in the Federal Head Start/Early Head Start Child Development Program serving San Bernardino County. Meetings are held during the day, on the 3rd Monday of each month, noting that conference call meetings may be scheduled as needed. According to the Federal Head Start Act membership of the Policy Council must consist of parents of enrolled children, and community representatives drawn from former Head Start parents, the private community, civic and professional organizations, and others who are familiar with resources and services to low-income preschool age children and families. The application can be found at http://hs.sbcounty.gov/psd, https:// www.facebook.com/SBCPSD/, and https://twitter.com/sbcpsd.

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COMMUNITY/EDUCATION/ADVERTISING

Former NBA Player Derek Anderson Creates School That Trump School Safety Commission Explores Privacy Laws, School Teaches Acts of Kindness, Life Skills and Crisis Management Resource Officers

By Curtis Bunn, Urban News Service

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Derek Anderson, the former San Antonio Spurs star, wants to teach black kids how to talk to the police. Growing up virtually homeless in Louisville, Kentucky, Anderson made the unlikely journey from inner-city high school to college basketball star at the University of Kentucky and then an 11-year career in the NBA, crowned by a championship with the San Antonio Spurs. None of that would have happened, he said, had he not treated people with kindness from his earliest memory. Kindness is transformative. That insight inspired him to create the Stamina Academy, an after-school and weekend program in his hometown. While free of charge, the school demands a lot from its students, who are boys ranging from fifth grade through twelveth. The lessons taught are what sets Stamina Academy apart. Instructors present scenarios that students may encounter in everyday life and teach them how to manage potentially explosive encounters—including ones with

law enforcement. The scenarios are filmed to be watched and studied. In one film, a student plays a police officer who has just pulled over another student in a random traffic stop, as often happens in the real world. The pretend-officer challenges the student with increasingly uncomfortable questions. The student-driver learns how to keep calm and avoid feeling provoked. “They see first hand how something can get out of hand and how something can be avoided,” Anderson said. “They figure that if they respond with respect there could be no escalation to the situation.” The real-world lessons may be just as valuable as learning to diagram a sentence or remember what happened on July 2, 1776. “It’s just as important that kids have strong life skills as it is they achieve in the classroom,” Anderson said. “We want to produce well-rounded kids who can avoid challenging situations through knowledge and being kind and positive, and who understand it

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all starts simply with being nice.” Anderson insists his calm demeanor has carried him through, around and above various situations. Staying calm wasn’t easy. His father was not in his life and his mother, who battled drugs, often was not there. “When I wanted a job at the candy store and grocery store, I was kind and polite and it helped me get hired,” Anderson said. “When I needed to sleep at someone’s home, I was kind and grateful. Always. That’s what got me through.” Anderson uses basketball to lure his 76 students. The former star player takes a hands-on approach to coaching, and his players benefit from his vast experience and know-how. “And who Derek is as a person is important,” said Rontisha Toney, whose son, Austin, plays basketball and attends Stamina Academy after school and on weekends. “He focuses on the kids as people. He’s positive. He’s patient, always smiling. After practice, the player who performs the best in character and in play gets a belt that he gets to take home for the night. That kind of stuff helps build character and let’s them know it is more than just about the game.” Anderson is among the most respected citizens in Louisville, largely due to the class and grace he displayed during his basketball career. Now he wants more young players to follow his lead. He told the story of one of his 13-year-old students approaching an older woman at a Louisville Dairy Queen and paying for

NSBA comments on school discipline and info sharing...continued locally determined programs that expand access to mental health services and support comprehensive “wraparound” services. Collaboration and communication with local law enforcement agencies is an essential part of prevention, preparedness, mitigation

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her order. “The woman cried,” Anderson said. “If they perform acts of kindness everyday,” he said, “it becomes a lifestyle. That’s how you make change.” Stephen Franklin, whose 14year-old son Miles, attends Stamina and plays for its team, said a gesture by Anderson stood out to him—and validated what he teaches the kids. “My wife is busy, I’m busy. My daughter is in dance,” Franklin recalled. “And I called D.A [Anderson] to tell him I would be late getting Miles to practice. He shocked me when he said, ‘Want me to go get him?’ “You never hear that from a coach. He’s a great example of what he wants the kids to become. We’re a family about community service and D.A. reinforces the spirit of gratitude.” Students can spend the night in the Stamina gym, where tents are set up on the basketball court. There is a shower, a sauna and a barber. Anderson provides food and clothes for those who need them. He guesses he has spent about $60,000 to make phase one of Stamina Academy a reality. He is seeking funds and property to build out a full-scale campus to teach more young men. “The plan is to make it everything I wish I had growing up,” he said. “We have to be the example, be positive, to change the way people act, the way people deal with each other,” Anderson said. “I say it all the time: Being kind is the greatest gift in the world.”

and emergency response and recovery plans. The removal of barriers that get in the way of the collaboration of such agencies will greatly benefit local education leaders and the children they serve.

The Untold Story of Homeless Children in America’s Public Schools Comes to Light in Project Hope Alliance’s “Invisible Girl” Ten-Minute Movie Educational News Three local organizations team up to show their love to our servicemen and women, the Concerned Citizens for the Development of North Fontana &, P-Love Helpinghands partnered with Danny Martinez Veterans Affairs to provide our soldiers with comfortable Snuggie pajamas that will be sent overseas.

NSBA comments on school discipline and info sharing NNPA ESSA

July 26, 2018 — During today’s meeting of the Federal Commission on School Safety, NSBA’s Chief Legal Officer, Francisco Negron, Jr. shared our insight on how information-sharing and accountability supports school officials’ commitment to eliminate disruptive behavior and violence and ensure that our schools are safe learning environments. School boards set rigorous standards for student conduct and through these policies set disciplinary practices and procedures to maximize the opportunities for

all students and provide them with safe and successful inschool experiences. While decisions in matters of student discipline, particularly as they relate to instances of individual behavior, are best left in the hands of local education experts, there is a significant role for the federal government. Greater and sustained federal resources are vital to helping support and sustain school resource officers, school counseling, emergency preparedness and response training and (continued in next 2 columns)

Costa Mesa, CA, August 7, 2018 – On August 7, 2018, Project Hope Alliance released “Invisible Girl,” a tenminute movie that sheds light on the issue of homeless children in America’s public schools through the story of a young girl and her family. Jennifer Friend, CEO of Project Hope Alliance states, “There are 1.3 million homeless children in America's public schools. Over 28,000 of those children are in Orange County, CA. Many can be found living in motel rooms, cars, shelters – hidden in plain sight. The wonderful part of it is that we have the ability to change this.” “Invisible Girl” was written, directed, filmed and edited in such a way that encourages people of all ages to watch, and to become aware of the unfortunate reality of homeless children existing in communities all over the country. Even the length of the ten-minute movie was intentional. Jennifer Friend states, “We wanted to make this movie as accessible to as many people as possible. Watch it on your phone during a break at work. Watch it with your family at home. Share it with your physical commu-

nity, and with your community online. Making yourself and others aware of this serious problem is the first step in making a difference in the lives of children and families.” The “Invisible Girl” story hits close to home for Jennifer Friend. At the end of the movie, Friend states, “This story is really important, because the girl in this story was me. This is my story. Growing up in a motel was really hard. Here you are a kid, You’re ten, but yet you’re having to navigate and leverage all of these things – knowing you don’t have enough food, knowing you don’t have enough money and wondering where you’re going to sleep. And my story is just one example.” Project Hope Alliance aims to do whatever it takes to ensure that kids experiencing homelessness today don’t experience homelessness as an adult. Jennifer Friend states, “Our mission at Project Hope Alliance is to end the cycle of homelessness one child at a time. I invite you to join us in our mission by watching and sharing ‘Invisible Girl.’ Together we can give hope for the kids.” To watch “Invisible Girl” now, visit www.projecthopealliance.org/ invisiblegirl. For more information on Project Hope Alliance, visit www.projecthopealliance.org, or Marisol Parand, 949.791.2714.

Educators’ fear of overstepping federal student privacy laws can make it tougher for law enforcement and schools to share information that could prevent a potential school shooting, advocates told President Donald Trump’s School Safety Commission at the panel’s latest hearing, held in Washington on Thursday. Clarence Cox III, the president of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Officers, told the commission that fear of overstepping privacy laws can be impediment to information sharing. “For law enforcement, this is one of the greatest hindrances facing intelligence gathering,” he said. And Francisco Negrón, the chief legal officer at the National School Boards Association, argued that local districts would benefit from being able to use their discretion in deciding when to share information. “Collaboration and communication with local law enforcement agencies is an essential part of these efforts. That is why school boards would benefit from eliminating barriers that hinder the collaboration of agencies providing services to children,” Negrón said. He added that: “Local educators know and care about their students and their school communities. They know the school climate, community concerns, the

history of student interactions, and their needs. They are in a unique position to share information when necessary to maintain a safe school environment.” The panel has heard in the past from student privacy rights experts, but none spoke at Thursday’s hearing. The commission, chaired by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos, was created in response to the Feb. 14 massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. thursday’s hearing was one of the rare meetings that involved all four members of the commission: DeVos; Alex Azar, the secretary of Health and Human Services; Kirstjen M. Nielsen, the secretary of Homeland Security; and Jeff Sessions, the attorney general. This hearing, which focused on “proactively protecting students,” was organized by the Justice Department. Sessions seemed sympathetic to the idea that the feds could tweak—or at least clarify—the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act—so that educators and law enforcement don’t have to worry about collaborating to head off a possible violent incident. Sessions said the 2004 approval of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act gave more discretion to educators in helping students in special education. He thinks that might the right strategy for FERPA.

Banning Teachers Vote To Strike Overwhelming Numbers Vote to Strike on Wednesday Educational News

BANNING – On Wednesday, Banning Teachers Association (BTA) will strike over an ongoing Unfair Labor Practice issue that extended the work day by one hour for all Banning middle school teachers. The strike is set for August 8, the first day of the 20182019 Banning Unified School District (BUSD) school year. Student success is at the heart of Banning educator action. In a general membership meeting held last Friday, BTA members asked themselves, “How can we keep putting our students first when our superintendent keeps putting educators and students last?” According BTA President Anthony Garcia, “A middle school schedule that does not include a student nutrition break for nearly five and a half hours was not designed by educators.” BTA members, angry with the disrespectful and dismissive attitude of BUSD officials, decided a strike was the best way to bring an immediate end to the unilateral extension of the work day at Nicolet Middle School. Garcia explained, “For two years, BTA has attempted to work collaboratively with Superintendent Robert Guillen on decisions affecting teachers, students, and

our community. Unfortunately, our professional voice has been continuously ignored by the Banning school board and the climate has turned toxic. How many times must we lose twenty percent of our educator workforce before we hold leaders accountable?” The final insult to BTA leaders was the one-hour extension of the work day at Nicolet Middle School without information or consultation, in violation of the contract with BTA and current education code regarding good faith negotiations. In an email to Superintendent Guillen dated June 2, 2017, President Garcia put the blame squarely on Guillen; “You have added an hour to the workday for all of the teachers at Nicolet… The fact that you expect a middle school kid to sit in an hour-long class like the high school shows your lack of basic educational knowledge.” Contact BTA President Anthony Garcia for additional information and comments about Monday’s unanimous Banning Teachers Association Executive Board vote and the total BTA membership strike vote numbers.

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Court orders Trump administration New National Poll Finds Consumers A&R Tarpaulins, Inc., DBA AR Tech and AR Industries Recognizes New to fully reinstate DACA program Still Want Financial Regulation Government News

By Charlene Crowell

Nicholas Kamm | AFP | Getty Images President Donald Trump speaks about the economy on the South Lawn of the White House on July 27, 2018, in Washington, DC. (CNBC)A federal judge on Friday ruled that the Trump administration must fully restore a program that protects from deportation some young immigrants who were brought to the United States illegally as children, including accepting new applications for the program. U.S. District Judge John Bates in Washington, D.C., said he would stay Friday's order, however, until August 23 to give the administration time to decide whether to appeal. Bates first issued a ruling in April ordering the federal government to continue the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, program, including taking applications. He stayed that ruling for 90 days to give the government time to better explain why the program should be ended. On Friday Bates, who was appointed by former President George W. Bush, a Republican, said he would not revise his previous ruling because the arguments of President Donald Trump's administration did not override his concerns. Under DACA, roughly 700,000 young adults, often referred to as "Dreamers", were protected from

deportation and given work permits for two-year periods, after which they must re-apply to the program. The program was created in 2012 under former President Barack Obama, a Democrat. Two other federal courts in California and New York had previously ordered that DACA remain in place while litigation challenging Trump's decision to end it continued. Those rulings only required the government to process DACA renewals, not new applications.Another lawsuit in a Texas federal court is seeking to end DACA. A spokesman for the U.S. Department of Justice said on Friday that the government would continue to defend its position that it "acted within its lawful authority in deciding to wind down DACA in an orderly manner." Congress so far has failed to pass legislation to address the fate of the Dreamers, including a potential path to citizenship. Friday's ruling came in lawsuits filed by several groups and institutions, including the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and Princeton University.

Black Activists Condemn AntiWhite Remarks by New York Times Editorial Writer Lack of Action by the Times Shows “Leftist Privilege,” Says Project 21 Leader

A decade ago, the entire nation suffered through a financial crisis that led to the brink of a global financial collapse. While Wall Street reckoned with its risky practices, America’s families suffered lost wealth of nearly $2 trillion, half of it coming from communities of color who were targeted for high-cost and unsustainable mortgages. Now a new poll finds that even with the passage of a decade, consumers still support financial regulation and related enforcement. Moreover, when it comes to payday and car-title lending, consumer scorn has grown even stronger over the past year for these small-dollar, debt trap loans that come with triple-digit interest rates. The 2018 poll, conducted by Lake Research Partners and Chesapeake Beach Consulting, found that among respondents more than 90 percent viewed regulation of financial services to be very important, and registered support across partisan affiliations. Among Republicans, 85 percent supported regulation, compared to 92 percent of independents and 96 percent of Democrats. Further, a growth in the number of consumers supporting a rule to hold payday lenders accountable increased six percentage points in just the past year. Believing that payday lenders prey upon those who have the fewest financial resources – low-wage earners, working families, and elder Americans, 79 percent of survey respondents want the Con-

sumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to hold these predatory lenders accountable. A similar poll taken in 2017 tallied support of a CFPB payday rule at 73 percent. When asked about the lack of enforcement against abuses by payday lenders, 81 percent were concerned about CFPB’s inaction. And again, these strong responses crossed party lines: 77 percent of Republicans, 82 percent of independents, and 85 percent of Democrats. The telephone survey of 1,000 likely 2018 general election voters occurred between June 28 to July 7, 2018, and has a margin of error of +/- 3.1. The effort was jointly underwritten by Americans for Financial Reform (AFR) and the Center for Responsible Lending (CRL). “Ten years after the financial crisis, the public knows what it wants,” noted Lisa Donner, AFR executive director. “But Wall Street and high-cost lenders are constantly pushing for deregulation and spending vast amounts of money to get it.” The current federal deregulation trend can be traced to an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on January 20, 2017, and then published in the Federal Register on February 3. The order directed all federal offices to repeal two existing regulations for every new one proposed. Secondly for Fiscal Year 2017, the incremental cost of every newly proposed regulation could not bring any costs. To put it plainly, no proposed regulation could cost a cent. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) was granted the sole authority to review and decide any requested written exceptions. (continued in last 2 columns)

Rick Gates testified he and Paul Manafort knowingly committed crimes UPI News

with her about the appropriateness of her tweets. This is within their purview, but the doublestandard is glaring," said Project 21 Co-Chairman Stacy Washington, a nationally-syndicated talk radio host. "Roseanne Barr was blacklisted for one tweet. Even after she showed remorse and apologized profusely, there is no path of redemption for her. In the freest nation on the planet, we are witnessing jackbooted political thuggery." Project 21 member Stone Washington, a rising senior at Clemson University, added: "The fact that the New York Times came out in defense of Sarah Jeong's visceral racism and animosity toward white people proves how low liberal newspapers have sunk. The radical left now deeply believes it is impossible to be racist against white people, fostering a culture that encourages insulting whiteness while criminalizing even the slightest attack against any other racial group." Project 21, a leading voice of black conservatives for over 25 years, is sponsored by the National Center for Public Policy Research. Its members have been quoted, interviewed or published over 40,000 times since the program was created in 1992. Contributions to the National Center are tax-deductible and greatly appreciated, and may be earmarked exclusively for the use of Project 21. Founded in 1982, the National Center for Public Policy Research is a non-partisan, free-market, independent conservative thinktank. Ninety-four percent of its support comes from some 60,000 individuals, less than four percent from foundations and less than two percent from corporations. Sign up for email updates here. Follow Project 21 on Twitter at @Project21News or general announcements. To be alerted to upcoming media appearances by Project 21 members, follow our media appearances Twitter account at @NCPPRMedia.

On Saturday July 28th, the 2nd annual 30 Under 30 Award Ceremony and Art Showcase took place at Court Street Square in San Bernardino. This ceremony is hosted by Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes and brings together 30 hardworking men and women who are under the age of 30 that exemplify dedication, innovation, and service within the 47th assembly district. Among the award winners is Jessica Gunawan who was nominated by Bud and Carmen Weisbart, the owners of A&R Tarpaulins, Inc. where she works. Ms. Gunawan was nominated for many honorable reasons including all the hard work she has made in her newly appointed position as Architectural Project Manager at A&R Tarpaulins, Inc. When not working, Jessica donates her time to give back to the community and participates in multiple nonprofit organizations to help aid in various social matters, such as: Food on Foot where Jessica and her son donate food and give words of encouragement to homeless people in need, Jus-

Rick Gates arrives for a status conference at the U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C., on November 1. Gates testified Monday that he and Paul Manafort knowingly committed crimes under Manafort's direction. File Photo by Leigh Vogel/ UPI | License Photo

Aug. 6 (UPI) -- Rick Gates testified Monday that he knowingly committed crimes along with former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort. On Day 5 of Manafort's trial for tax and fraud charges, Gates testified they worked together to falsify Manafort's tax returns by knowingly failing to report 15 foreign bank accounts, which they knew was illegal. They also failed to register Manafort as a foreign agent, Gates said. He said he committed the crimes "at Mr. Manafort's direction." Gates also testified that he embezzled "several hundred thousand" dollars from Manafort by submitting false expense reports that were paid out of some of the undisclosed foreign bank accounts in Cyprus. The testimony came after Gates pleaded guilty in February and signed a plea deal to testify against Manafort, his former partner at an international political consulting firm. The pair were indicted in October 2017 for allegedly planning to defraud the U.S. government about money they received for political consultant work in Ukraine and lying about a 2013 meeting they had with an unidentified lobbyist and member of Congress, which included a discussion about Ukraine. Gates told the jury he revealed

several other crimes as part of his plea deal, including embezzling from Manafort and other employers, which were previously unknown and not included in the federal indictments against he and Manafort. He also said he lied in a deposition in a civil case against Manafort involving a private equity fund and wrote a letter saying his friend Steve Brown, who is facing fraud prosecution in a New York federal court, had income that didn't exist. Gates testified that he wired money to Manafort from Cyprus which wasn't declared as income and falsified financial documents for Manafort when he was "hoping to recieve" bank loans. He added he didn't receive any personal benefit for falsifying Manafort's loan applications. As part of the plea deal, Gates said prosecutors agreed to not to pursue charges against him for the additional crimes and to drop a second indictment in Alexandria accusing him of bank and tax fraud. Under the deal, Gates can face up to 10 years in prison with sentencing guidelines of 57 months to 71 months and prosecutors agreed to allow his attorney to seek a probationary sentence. New charges can be brought against Gates if he fails to meet the conditions of the deal, he said.

tice Speaks which is a nonprofit organization to help put a stop to human sex trafficking, and 10 Cent Meal Mission which does fundraising to sustain the feeding programs in the Philippines. The 30 Under 30 Awards was a proud moment for A&R Tarpaulins, Inc. to witness one of their newest employees get recognized for all of her accomplishments. Congratulations to Jessica Gunawan and all of the award winners for their accomplishments and inspiration they give. About A&R: A&R Tarpaulins, Inc., DBA AR Tech & AR Industries, was founded in 1976 in Los Angeles, and relocated to Fontana in 1988, with the initial purpose of addressing the requirements for the trucking industry for truck covers and truck cover systems. The company has expanded to become the area’s leading provider of engineered fabric products for the aerospace industry as well as for special design and architectural products and services.

New National Poll Finds Consumers Still Want Financial Regulation...continued That official is Mick Mulvaney, who joined the Trump Administration as its OMB Director and has dually served as the Acting CFPB Director since late 2017. So it is particularly noteworthy that 80 percent of survey respondents expressed concerns with three recent Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) developments:

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Washington, DC - Anti-white social media posts made by newly-hired New York Times editorial writer Sarah Jeong are "vulgar" and "racist," say members of the Project 21 black leadership network, who note the inconsistency and irresponsibility of the newspaper in dealing with intolerant statements by its staff. "Sarah Jeong's comments are antithetical in an age when we should be moving beyond racism to embrace our greater American identity," said Project 21 member Rich Holt, a political consultant. "This racist liberal engages in a divisive anti-white narrative that is just as damaging as black codes and segregation were in the past. As Americans, we need to erase the hyphens that divide us and embrace our unity under the red, white and blue." Jeong, who is of Asian descent, was recently hired as the lead technology writer on the New York Times editorial board. It was later reported that she had previously posted tweets referring to white people in terms such as "dumba-," "bulls--t," "groveling goblins" and "dogs" and expressing "joy… out of being cruel to old white men." She has also posted anti-police tweets. Despite firing technology reporter Quinn Norton earlier this year within hours of revelations of racial posts, the paper now says it "stands by" Jeong. Reporting that Jeong "regretted the tweets," the Times also confirmed "there had been a conversation about her social media history as part of the hiring process." Project 21 members believe the handling of these cases shows a political bias at the New York Times that is harmful to American race relations. "Ms. Jeong is the recipient of leftist privilege, which means that whatever she says can and will be forgiven no matter how vile or racist her actions may have been. In response to the backlash over her addition to the New York Times editorial staff, the paper shared that they had discussions

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Curbing the enforcement of fair lending rules; Ending enforcement of payday lending rules; and Restricting public access to the Bureau’s complaint database The 2018 survey results speak to the stark differences between CFPB today and its era before Mulvaney’s arrival. As of July 2017, CFPB received approximately 1.3 million consumer complaints that were investigated and in turn led to a series of enforcement actions that totaled $11.9 billion of restitution, forgiveness and other enforcement. As many of these were

class action cases, an even larger number of consumers -- 29 million were helped. Broad consumer contact and confidence was bolstered by the 41 cities where CFPB held either field hearings on a given issue or public town halls, 169 visits to military installations and 63 appearances to testify before Congress. “Before Mick Mulvaney’s tenure at the agency, the CFPB was a champion for working families – giving back billions of dollars in relief to consumers who were cheated by financial companies,” noted Mike Calhoun, CRL president. “Now, under the CFPB’s current leadership, payday lenders have preferred access because one of their own is leading the consumer bureau,” continued Calhoun. “We need to build on CFPB’s previous success, not block its progress of protecting consumers from abusive financial practices.”

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Warning: Huge Almond Milk Recall Because It May Contain Real Milk Health/Fitness News

More and more people are switching from regular cow’s milk to milk alternatives like rice milk, coconut milk, soy milk and even almond milk. They are mainly doing this for health reasons so many are using these milk alternatives in their recipes, drinks and more. So it is shocking to hear that the manufacturer of the popular brand of almond milk, Blue Diamond’s Almond Milk, has recalled their product from all over the country because somehow, cow’s milk got into their almond milk. The recall affects nearly 150,000

half-gallon cartons of Almond Breeze almond milk shipped to wholesalers in 28 states, according to the Food and Drug Administration. That is less than 1 percent of all the refrigerated almond milk shipped by HP Hood in the past month. HP Hood is a national dairy company based in Lynnfield, Mass. Among its brands are Lactaid and Crowley. But the company also handles the production of Almond Breeze, the brand of Blue Diamond Growers, a California almond cooperative. The statement from Hood

about the huge mix-up is stated below: “Although the almond milk is processed on a separate line and filler and we confirmed that the allergen control protocol all standard validation testing was conducted in accordance with our allergen control program, this particular batch of almond milk was contaminated with one container of milk through an employee error,” a representative said in an email to CBS News. “Hood made the decision to recall all of the product from this batch as a precaution.”

One person with a lactose allergy was sickened by the almond milk, but Hood said the product is completely safe to drink for anyone without that allergy. The affected states are Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nebraska, New…… Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin. Consumers who purchased the product may return it for a full refund or exchange or visit the Blue Diamond website to complete a form. The recall applies only to refrigerated Vanilla Almond Breeze almond milk with a use-by date of September 2, 2018. To identify recalled cartons, consumers should also look for a Universal Product Code (UPC barcode) of 41570 05621 on the side panel next to the nutrition facts. Additionally, recalled cartons contain these identifying codes stamped on the containers: H5 L1 51-4109; H5 L2 51-4109; H6 L1 514109; and H6 L2 51-4109.

Fibroids Awareness Campaign UC Riverside-Led Study Examines Says 80% of Women Who Have How Age and Ethnicity Impact Had a Hysterectomy May Not Have HIV Testing Needed One By Iqbal Pittalwala The #FACEofFIBROIDS campaign is a global movement to bring awareness to African American women who are more likely to develop fibroids than any other demographic. Health/Fitness News

Brandon Brown is an associate professor of social medicine, population, and public health at UC Riverside. PHOTO CREDIT: GENEVIEVE CASANOVA, UC RIVERSIDE.

Sateria Venable, founder of the Fibroid Foundation Photo Credit: @Kirsten White Washington, DC — The Fibroid F o u n d a t i o n (FibroidFoundation.org), a nonprofit dedicated to creating and supporting initiatives to find a cure for fibroids, has announced multiple initiatives to celebrate Fibroids Awareness Month. “We are dedicated to providing substantive activities that will educate and inform, as well as support women who have uterine fibroids,” says Sateria Venable, the founder and executive director of The Fibroid Foundation. “We are committed to making sure that our July activities take fibroids awareness to the next level.” The campaign The Fibroid Foundation created the #FACEofFIBROIDS (FaceofFibroids.com) to coincide with the start of Fibroids Awareness Month. At this site, women may upload a photo, describe their experience, and tell what fibroids freedom would mean to them. They will also have the option to share their entry on their personal social media feed. “This will give women living with uterine fibroids the opportunity to tell their stories and support each other,” says Venable. “It will personalize the experience of millions of women.” She continued, “One of our goals with this first-of-its kind campaign is to create an online movement to raise awareness of a health concern that affects women all over the world.” Venable, after experiencing four fibroid surgeries, has been a patient advocate for over ten years. Earlier this month, The Fibroid

Foundation hosted #TwittIRchat. The “IR” represents the field of Interventional Radiology – physicians that perform Uterine Fibroid Embolizations (UFE). #TwittIRchat was co-hosted with the Society of Interventional Radiology. Visit the hashtag for details on this less invasive treatment option. Also, visit the foundation’s website and click on “get involved” to register to become a Foundation Ambassador, share your story online, and shop to support the organization. About The Fibroid Foundation Founded in 2013 by Sateria Venable, a patient advocate diagnosed with fibroids at the age of 26, the Fibroid Foundation has become the premier global community of Fibroids patients. The non-profit collaborates with fellow patients and healthcare providers to foster a supportive relationship where informed women can find information and resources. It has developed a substantial network within the medical community and consults within the industry. Recently, the Fibroid Foundation has ramped up its sponsorship of regional talks by engaging ambassadors in major cities. Venable, who holds a B.S. in Architecture from Carnegie Mellon University, coauthored a scientific paper for the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology on fibroids – www.ajog.org/article/S00029378(18)30396-X/abstract. She is a sought-after speaker whose personal insights and experience foster a uniquely supportive and empowering movement.

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (www.ucr.edu) — Many barriers prevent people from getting tested for HIV, including lack of knowledge, competing priorities during medical visits, and stigma associated with the test on the part of both the patient and provider. Not much is known, however, about what impact age and ethnicity have on HIV testing. Brandon Brown, an HIV researcher at the University of California, Riverside’s School of Medicine, is the lead author on a study published today in the journal Medicine, in which he and his co-authors argue that interventions are urgently needed to reach older adults and Hispanics to address HIV testing and beliefs. “These interventions must debunk beliefs among physicians that older adults are not sexually active, and beliefs among older adults that only others are at risk of HIV,” said Brown, an associate professor of social medicine, population, and public health. The study also found that Hispanic participants were less likely to receive HIV testing than nonHispanic participants. “Timely interventions, including HIV testing, are especially important for the Hispanic community in the United States because Hispanics are disproportionately affected by HIV,” Brown said. “They account for 20 percent of HIV infections, with a rate of three-to-four times that of whites.” Brown and colleagues explored data on self-reported HIV risk and willingness to be tested. They focused on age and ethnicity in the Coachella Valley using the 2014 Get Tested Coachella Valley Community Survey. The team collected data from nearly 1,000 participants related to demographics, sexual history, HIV testing history, thoughts on who should get tested, and future preferences for HIV testing. “We found stigma, education,

provider recommendations, risk perceptions, and cost are among major factors contributing to accepting HIV testing and intention to receive HIV testing,” Brown said. More than 1 million people live with HIV in the United States, with as many as 25 percent likely unaware of their HIV status. The Coachella Valley holds more than half the people living with HIV and AIDS in Riverside County, California’s fourth-largest county by population. Approximately 24 percent of people living with HIV in the Coachella Valley are aged 60 or older. Caucasians make up about 74 percent of the population; nearly 20 percent are Hispanic. The study also found: Most untested participants did not believe they are at risk. Men were more likely than women to have been tested. Significantly fewer participants aged 50 or older said they are at risk of HIV compared to participants younger than 50. Participants aged 50 or older were less likely to be tested for HIV compared to participants between the ages of 25 to 49. Compared to younger participants, significantly fewer participants aged 50 years or older accepted HIV testing when it was offered by a health care provider. Older adults tend to underestimate their HIV risk and severely delay HIV testing or forgo testing altogether. Older adults are more likely than younger adults to be diagnosed with HIV later in the disease course. Many participants claimed they would get tested if their health care provider offered testing. “Our recommendations to health care providers are that they talk directly with their patients during clinical visits about HIV prevention and HIV risk, and that (continued in next 2 columns)

UC Riverside-Led Study Examines How Age and Ethnicity Impact HIV Testing...continued they routinely offer HIV screening as part of primary care,” Brown said. Brown, a member of the Center for Healthy Communities, was joined in the study by Logan Marg and Zhiwei Zhang of UCR; Jenna LeComte-Hinely of Health Assessment and Research for Communities Inc., Palm Desert; David Brinkman of Desert AIDS

Project, Palm Springs; and Greer Sullivan of Borrego Community Health Foundation. The study was supported in part by the UCLA/Charles R. Drew University – Resource Centers for Minority Aging Research “Center for Health Improvement of Minority Elderly”; and the UCLA Clinical and Translational Science Institute.

Howard University President Talks about Living with Sickle Cell Disease By Lauren Poteat (NNPA Newswire Washington Correspondent)

Howard University President Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick says that sickle cell disease is not a death sentence. People living with SCD can still play sports, go to school, have careers and live productive lives. (Howard University) It has been over 100 years since sickle cell disease (SCD), a hereditary blood disorder, was first discovered in the United States. However, despite the many years of research and study, SCD still affects millions of people throughout the world, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and is particularly common among those with African ancestry, including individuals living within the United States, South America, Saudi Arabia, Italy, India and the Caribbean. Every year, 1 in 365 Black babies are born with SCD and 1 in 13 are born with sickle cell trait (SCT). In comparison, SCD occurs in roughly 1 out of every 16,300 Hispanic-American births. Trinidadian-born, U.S. physician and Howard University President, Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick, who lives with SCD, recalled his own painful experiences with the disease and the inability of many loved ones and the community to properly embrace him. “When I was three years old, I was diagnosed with sickle cell disease and would often find myself being hospitalized three to six times a year, because of the disorder,” Dr. Frederick recounted. “In Trinidad, the life expectancy for someone with the disease is just eight years old. Growing up, I can’t really recall ever meeting anyone with the same disease and so, oftentimes I would find myself feeling alone and left out…sometimes, I find that people don’t fully understand the scheme of struggles that I go through myself.” For people living with SCD, those struggles come with a myriad of symptoms, including swelling in the hands and feet; chronic pain; spikes of severe pain; anemia; yellowing of the eyes; frequent infections and vision problems. Even though the crippling disease has proven to be fatal for many, Dr. Frederick said that he refuses to give in to the statistics of the disorder and chooses life over mortality. “Sickle cell is a painful disease,” Dr. Frederick said. “But people need to know that it is not a [death] sentence. Having the dis-

ease does not mean a person cannot live. I want people to know that there are no limits…that they can still play sports, go to school, have careers and live productive lives.” Despite his own personal struggles with SCD, Dr. Frederick said that things started to look up for him when he moved to the United States to go to college, earning his Bachelor of Science and his medical degree by the age of 22. “Attending Howard University, as a student, gave me a huge boost,” Dr. Frederick said. “At [Howard] I was able to meet people my age with the same disease, who understood a lot of my struggles.” Not surprised by Dr. Frederick’s positive experiences on Howard’s campus, Dr. James G. Taylor VI, the director of the Center for Sickle Cell Disease at Howard University Hospital, credited the institutions longstanding commitment to improving the lives of people living with SCD. “The Center for Sickle Cell Disease is committed to further expanding Howard University’s clinical and translational research programs with a focus on new treatments and opportunities for curative therapy,” Dr. Taylor said. “We have a long-standing commitment to research advocacy and community outreach, particularly screening for the sickle cell trait.” The Howard University Center for Sickle Cell Disease offers free screenings in the lobby of Howard University Hospital on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Results are available within 4–6 weeks and testing, specifically “hemoglobin electrophoresis,” can also be ordered by a health care provider. Lauren Poteat is a multi-media journalist who serves as Washington Correspondent for the NNPA Newswire and BlackPressUSA.com. Check out her podcast, “Global Connect,” which focuses on a wide range of content focused around the African Diaspora. Follow Lauren on Twitter @LaurenMeredithP. This article was originally published at BlackPressUSA.com.

How to Preserve the Miracle of Life for More American Families By Dan Gutfinger Few occasions are more joyous than the birth of a child. But for scores of families, the arrival of a newborn can also augur heartbreak. Each day, nearly 100 U.S. babies are born with congenital heart defects. Many will not make it to their first birthday. Fortunately, several breakthrough technologies have emerged in recent years that could save many of these babies. It's time we put them to more

widespread use. Congenital heart conditions afflict about 40,000 babies -- nearly 1 percent of births -- annually. These defects can range from manageable to fatal: a valve that doesn't fully close; abnormal connections of veins and arteries; even a hole inside the heart. Some heart defects can be treated with medicine; others re(continued on page 7)

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVDS 1815851 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: WENDY LIRA DUENAS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. JOSHUA SANCHEZ-DUENAS to Proposed name: JOSHUA DUENAS 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

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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS/NEWS 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: 8/13/18 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:S17 Superior Court of California, County Of San Bernardino 247 W. Third St. San Bernardino, CA 92415 San Bernardino Justice Center-Civil Dept. 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: June 27, 2018 Michael A. Sachs Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper July 26, August 2, 9, 16, 2018. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVVS 1800460 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: SARAH REBECCA MCCOMACK filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. SARAH REBECCA MCCOMACK to Proposed name: SARAH REBECCA BERRYMAN 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: 9/28/18 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: V15 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 14455 CIVIC DR. VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 VICTORVILLE SUPERIOR COURT 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: August 3, 2018 Judge Lisa Rogan Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper August 9, 16, 23, 30, 2018. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVDS 1815751 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: SHELLY MARIE MALONE-HOWE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. JOSEPH PATRICK HUNTER to Proposed name: JOSEPH PATRICK MALONE 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:08/07/18 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: S17 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 W. 3RD ST. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92415 SAN BERNARDINO DISTRICT 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: June 25, 2018 Michael A. Sachs Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper July 26, August 2, 9, 16, 2018.

PETITION/PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE (Probate-Decedents’ Estates) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: BRIAN

KEITH WALTERS Case Number: PROPS 1800591 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of : BRIAN KEITH

WALTERS A Petition for Probate has been filed by: LORENE RUSSELL in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN BERNARDINO The Petition for Probate requests that LORENE RUSSELL be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action). The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why, the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 09/17/2018 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:: S35 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, County Of San Bernardino, 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 Probate 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 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: Dina I. Farhat, Farhat Law Firm, APC 232 E. Grand Boulevard, Suite 202, Corona, CA 92879 (951)808-0529 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper August 2, 9, 16, 2018.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE (Probate-Decedents’ Estates) NOTICE OF ADMINISTER

PETITION TO ESTATE OF:

YOLANDA BARRERA Case Number: PROPS 1700699 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of : YOLANDA

BARRERA A Petition for Probate has been filed by: BIANCA & ALYSSIA ZUBIA in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY The Petition for Probate requests that BIANCA & ALYSSIA ZUBIA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action). The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why, the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 08/22/2018 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:: S37P SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, County Of San Bernardino, 247 West 3rd Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 Central 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 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: Chris Scarcella 250 W. First Street, Claremont, CA 91711 (909)529-3979 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper August 2, 9, 16, 2018.

SUMMONS SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL. DEMANDADO): GUY MICHAEL HENSLEY; JOSE IRVIN MENDEZ and DOES 1 through 25, Inclusive. YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDADO EL DEMANDANTE): RIAD ZAROUR NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without you being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.(NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion. Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte

y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, ( www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley la corte tiene derecho a reclamar los coutas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibido mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. CASE NUMBER: CIVDS 1722235 (Numero del Caso): The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): JOHN L. BENSON, ESQ. SBN 115440 BLOMBERG, BENSON & GARRETT, INC. 10300 FOURTH ST. #150 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 (909) 945-5000 Date: November 06, 2017 (Secretario)Clerk, by Rafael Hernandez, Deputy (Adjunto) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper July 26, August 2, 8, 16, 2018.

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LIFESTYLE NEWS/ENTERTAINMENT/RELIGION

Burger Boss Adds A Side Of Ranch(er) To The Upcoming Pacific Wine & Food Classic Taking Place August 18 & 19

The Canyon Coming to Montclair...continued Canyon management team with regard to the artists they would like to see up close and personal at the new location.

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More About The Canyon & Sterling Venue Ventures:

Rancher Dan Barnhart of Oregon’s Barnhart Ranch Raises Grass-fed Beef for Burger Boss. Corona, Calif.—(August 6, 2018)—When Burger Boss debuts its Pacific Burger at the 2nd annual Pacific Wine & Food Classic on August 18 in Newport Beach, guests will be privy to a generous serving of ranch{er}. Rancher Dan Barnhart of Barnhart Ranch in Philomath, Oregon, will be grilling and greeting guests alongside the owners of his client, Burger Boss. “When we learned that Burger Boss was named the Official Burger of the Pacific Wine & Food Classic, we were thrilled,” said Barnhart. “Our grass-fed cattle are one of the key components at Burger Boss and we have a terrific relationship with owners Mo Farha and Kamil Finan. We wanted to be at the event to support them and grill alongside them.” Barnhart Ranch is part of Country Natural Beef Co-Op, a family ranch-owned co-op who ranch on principles steeped in sustainability and progressive farming that works with nature not against it. Cattle graze in a healthy manner that allows plants to regrow while leaving a minimalist impression on water resources. “When we created Burger Boss we knew that our beef had to be of the highest quality,” said Founder Mo Farha. “We wanted grass-fed beef that was raised humanely by people who take pride in their work. We could have easily connected with a slew of factory farmers, but the cornerstone of our concept is bringing back the great American burger. You can’t do that with substandard beef.” Rancher Dan was recently in Southern California delivering burgers from Burger Boss to guests and sharing with them the philosophy of his family’s farm and how they breed and raise their cattle. Dan will do the same on August 18 and 19 at the Pacific Wine & Food Classic as well as grill alongside the Burger Boss

team, which has also partnered with Lynx Professional Grills for the two-day event. Guests will be treated to slider-size servings of the Pacific Burger. This is the first time Burger Boss, whose guests are accustomed to “bossing” their burger, has ever had a signature burger on its menu. The Pacific Burger is a Southern California-inspired burger featuring an all-natural, grass-fed beef patty topped with a thick slice of pepper jack cheese, fresh tomato and avocado then smeared with house-made chipotle aioli and served on a classic white bun. Guests can enjoy the Pacific Burger at any Burger Boss location starting August 18 through September 30, 2018. Of course, those who prefer to be the boss of their own burger can do so with five easy steps. Select… 1. Protein – grass-fed beef, cage-free chicken or turkey, or black bean patty 2. Bun – white Kaiser, wheat grain or gluten-free 3. Cheese – from American and blue cheese crumble to sharp cheddar, gouda and more 4. Sauce – from traditional 1000 Island and Heinz Ketchup to chipotle mayo, honey Dijon, Sriracha and more 5. Toppings – turkey bacon, organic egg, grilled pineapple, avocado as well as more traditional offerings, such as tomatoes and grilled onions Burger Boss, named the Best Burger in the Inland Empire year after year, will debut its Pacific Burger on August 18 at the Pacific Wine & Food Classic taking place at Newport Dunes. For tickets and information, visit pacificwineandfood.com. For information on Burger Boss, open daily from 10:30am with locations in Riverside, Tustin, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Lake Forest and Cypress, visit burgerboss.com.

New Live Entertainment Venue

The Canyon Coming to Montclair Lifestyle /Entertainment News

(Los Angeles, CA). Sterling Venue Ventures, the owner and operator of five premier live music and event venues throughout Southern California, announces planned expansion with the opening of The Canyon Montclair, conveniently located at Montclair Place. Owner/CEO Lance Sterling comments, “We are ready to roll, and excited to open our new venue.” With the advent of the new venue, residents of Montclair and the surrounding area can expect to see a dynamic array of iconic classic entertainers without having to make the trek into Los Angeles and other distant locations. Artists as acclaimed and diverse as Stone Temple Pilots, Styx, Todd Rundgren, Smokey Robinson, Paul Anka, Foreigner, Air Supply, Psychedelic Furs, Kris Kristofferson and Kenny Loggins have all played Canyon venues within the past year, and the new Inland Empire venue will likewise host concerts of this elite stature. At The Canyon patrons enjoy an intimate setting far superior to attending concerts at some of Southern California’s larger theatres and arenas where the actual entertainers are so far away they can barely be seen. At The Canyons, no seat is further than

70 feet from the stage, the sound and lighting are top-notch, and video screens enhance the performance. In addition to the intimate, state-of-the-art concert experience The Canyons also feature full dinner service at every event, turning each concert into a true night on the town. Fans can enjoy a diverse menu prior to the show, and then retain their comfortable table seating for the remainder of the evening. Further, all of SVV’s Canyon venues are available for special events and private parties, and the ambiance of the venues along with the menu selections, can be transformed to fit the thematic pulse of any special occasion. Other venues under the SVV/ Canyon umbrella include The Canyon Agoura Hills, The Canyon Santa Clarita, The Canyon at The Rose in Pasadena, The Canyon at The Saban in Beverly Hills, and The Canyon Concert Series at The Libbey Bowl in Ojai. Residents of Montclair and surrounding areas are encouraged to visit: www.wheremusicmeetsthesoul.com, where, not only can they learn more about The Canyon, but will also have the opportunity to communicate directly to The (continued in next 2 columns)

Sterling Venue Ventures is solely owned by Lance Sterling, one of the original founders of The House Of Blues. The company produces over 700 concerts per year in Southern California. The company’s management team owns decades of experience in promotion, finance, marketing, and the execution of concerts performed by national headlining talent. Each of Sterling’s Canyon venues have become well known throughout Southern California as prime entertainment destinations for the 30+ demographic.

Lance Sterling, who is also a chef, an avocado farmer, and football coach, envisions each of his venues as a place not only to enjoy great live music, but also to sit and relax over dinner with good friends for a great night out. The delightful ambience that fills all of the Canyon venues illustrates the SVV slogan - “Where the Music Meets the Soul”. For more information about the Sterling Venue Ventures Canyon locations, “Where Music Meets The Soul,” please visit: h t t p : / / wheremusicmeetsthesoul.com For inquiries about the SVV Canyon venues and events, please contact: Luanne Nast • 888-645-5006 • Luanne@wmmts.com

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Opens New Store In Rialto, CA; Hosts Grand Opening Event International Coffee and Tea Chain Invites Community to Attend the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony August 9, 2018 – 11:00am Lifestyle/Entertainment News

WHAT: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®, (www.CoffeeBean.com) a leading global roaster and retailer of specialty coffees and teas, is hosting a grand opening event for the new drive-thru store in Rialto, CA. The event will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the local community is invited to attend for a chance to win surprise giveaways. The new location features abundant indoor and outdoor seating, free parking and free wifi. The store also offers mobile ordering through The Coffee Bean Rewards® app. Store hours are Monday through Thursday, 5 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Friday 5:00a.m.-11 p.m., Saturday 5:30am- 11pm, and Sunday 5:30am- 10:30pm. The drive-thru opens half an hour earlier throughout the week. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony

takes place on August 9 at 11 a.m. · To celebrate The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’s 55th anniversary – Buy one large or 32oz iced beverage, get one free! Monday-Friday from August 13-24, from 2-6 p.m. · Surprise giveaways will occur at this location during the 55th anniversary promotion WHO: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® Executives, including VP of Operations, Aidan Hays

Bragging rights – Think of the Insta-cred you’ll get when you share your “I Voted” stickers. #doitforthegram People fought and died so you could cast your ballot - For many groups of people, the right to vote was hard fought. Less than 100 years ago women couldn’t vote and while the 15th Amendment, which was passed after the civil war granted the right to vote for citizens regardless of race, it wasn’t until the Voting Rights Act of 1965 that many African Americans were able to vote. Today we still see voter suppression in many states, which makes it harder to vote or register to vote. You can shape the policy debate - An active and engaged electorate requires our government to pay attention to us. It often feels like one vote is meaningless, but all of those drops in the bucket add up to something remarkable. Is there an issue you care about A LOT? Do you work

WHERE: 1877 N. Riverside Ave., Rialto, CA 92376 WHEN: August 9, 2018 at 11 a.m. (ribbon-cutting)

a Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card by calling (909) 335-3037 (Fees apply). Checks can also be mailed to LifeHouse, provided reservations are made far enough in advance. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the box office, which is open Fridays from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM (except dark weekend) and one hour prior to and during show times on the weekends. Tickets are $2 more the day of the performance. Group rates are available for groups of ten or more. Guests are encouraged to reserve seats early as many performances sell out. Following “The Disciples of Jesus”, LifeHouse Theater will begin its 25th Season with the Broadway musical “My Fair Lady.” October 13 – November 11, 2018. Please call (909) 3353037 or check our website, www.lifehousetheater.com, for specific dates and additional information. The theater is located at 1135 N. Church St. in Redlands, next to the Redlands Christian School. Free parking is available in back of the theater.

Witness For Justice #905

Nine Reasons Why You Should Vote (and Tell Other People to Vote Too) Katie Adams Domestic Policy Advocate voter actually cast their votes – that means 40 percent of the electorate stayed home. Those who cast the votes elect our representatives. Your vote could tip the balance - Some elections come down to the wire. Each vote is vital. There’s more at stake than you might think - Voting doesn’t just effect who gets elected; there are often ballot measures in local and state elections on everything from funding for schools to changing local ordinances. Voting helps you participate and have a voice in what’s happen(continued in next 2 columns)

in a soup kitchen or food pantry? Have you been involved in the immigration debate? Is your heart breaking over families separated at the border? It is your vote that determines who will respond to the challenges that our country faces. Our faith calls us into the world to be salt and light – Voting is an important part of our civic lives, but also our faith lives. By voting we can proclaim the values we hold as part of our faith, those uplifting the dignity and humanity of each person, love of our neighbor, and love of God. Now that you’re jazzed about voting – I’ve got more good news for you! The United Church of Christ has a number of resources to help you and your congregation get the word out about voting. Visit the Our Faith Our Vote website for information on elections and to download or order the “Our Faith Our Vote Toolkit.” This includes worship resources, guidelines for faith communities on political action, materials for youth/campus groups and other important voter education materials. Engaging with the electoral process and voting is such an important part of living into our call to love our neighbor. Please join us in this important work to create a just world for all and to make sure that everyone’s voice is heard!

“Damned If You Do; Damned If You Don’t!” By: Lou Yeboah Timothy 4:2].

Rialto City Council Officials

Lifestyle /Entertainment News

We are confronted with injustice every day and sometimes the problems of our world seem too big to confront. But our faith is infused with hope and built on a foundation of action. While it is tempting to disengage from the political process, as people dedicated to creating a just world for all we know that we cannot. One of the best ways we can work for change is by voting. Not convinced? Here are 9 reasons that you should vote (and tell your friends to vote too): Your voice may be missing Nonprofit VOTE and the U.S. Elections Project calculated that in 2016 only 60 percent of eligible

ing at every level of government that affects you. Its fun – Going to the polls is a great way to get to know your neighbors. Cold, hard cash - Congress holds the purse strings on the U.S. budget and determines how our taxes are allocated. It’s your money, you should have a say in how it’s being spent. This applies at the state and local level too.

Mayor Deborah Robertson

Lifehouse Theater To Present An Inspiring New Musical “The Disciples Of Jesus” Follow the Disciples as they experience the life-changing presence of Jesus. Share in the wonder of The Twelve and relive pivotal moments through their eyes as Jesus’ ministry calls them to be “fishers of men.” Performances begin Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 7:30 PM and will continue on weekends through Sunday, September 30, 2018. Performances are Fridays at 7:30 PM, Saturdays at 2:15 PM (Except Opening Night) and 7:30 PM, and Sundays at 2:15 PM. In addition to the weekend performances, we will be offering a special Thursday evening performance on September 27 at 7:30 PM. The evening performance on Friday, September 14 will feature an interpreted presentation for the deaf. Tickets may be purchased online through our website: www.boxoffice.lifehousetheater.com (Fees apply). Advance ticket prices are $19 or $25 for adults and $9 or $12 for children ages 3-11 (no children under 3 are admitted) and can be also purchased over the phone with

Nine Reasons Why You Should Vote (and Tell Other People to Vote Too)...continued

Lou Yeboah I tell you if you tell people truth they will get offended. If you don’t tell people truth they will get offended. Damned if you do; damned if you don’t. You just can’t please people. Listen, Christians must not forbear speaking the truth, for fear of offending others.… Jesus proclaimed truth more than any other person on the planet. He offended people, divided crowds, made people uptight, and enraged the masses more than any other person on the planet. His words always produced a strong reaction, and he always caused division. The message He proclaimed always provoked people, irritated people, challenged people, and offended people. Know that proclaiming truth will always alienate people, always upset people, and always offend people. How can this not be the response? When we preach the gospel that Jesus and the disciples preached, we should expect to get the same reaction that Jesus and the disciples got. Jesus was crucified for his efforts, and the disciples were persecuted, jailed and killed. So how can we expect to get any less of a reception if we faithfully and fully proclaim the biblical gospel fearlessly and boldly as Jesus and his early followers did? Know that all the great men of God who proclaimed God’s truth in God’s way got some negative responses. That is just how it goes I am afraid. But they had the courage, the commitment, and the Holy Ghost firepower to speak truth and not give a rip about the negative feedback. They were not men pleasers but God pleasers. They put the fear of God way up on their priority list, while rejecting altogether the fear of man. As He said to me, “It is not your job to make the message acceptable; it’s your job to make the truth available.” I’m here to tell you the truth, without stutter, stammer, apology, or equivocation no matter how uncomfortable that may be. God message was clear, “PREACH THE WORD! “Cry aloud, spare not, lift up they voice like a trumpet, and show my people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins.”[Isaiah 58:1]… reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long suffering and doctrine [2

Yeah some would say “ if you preach like that, you might offend somebody. It’s not “might”—you will offend somebody. You will upset somebody. They’ll call you harsh, they’ll call you narrow minded, arrogant, they’ll call you mean-spirited, and they’ll call you intolerant [John 15:21]. But Scripture is clear about how we are to respond when the very foundations of the Christian faith are under attack: our duty is to contend, not compromise. You know on one occasion, after Jesus taught about how the Pharisees had abused God’s Word, His apostles came to him and said, “Do You know that the Pharisees were offended when they heard this saying?” [Matthew 15:11]. It is almost as if the apostles thought like many people today. They seemed to be indicating that because Jesus had offended the Pharisees, then He should stop teaching those ideas or change His message. Jesus, however, thought nothing of the sort. He knew that His message offended the Pharisees because of the hardness of their hearts, not because of the way the message was delivered. Jesus understood that the hearts of the Pharisees needed changing, not His message or even the way He delivered it. He responded to His apostles by saying, “Let them alone. They are blind leaders of the blind” [Matthew 15:14]. Their offense was misplaced. They were blind to the truth. They should not have been offended at Jesus’ message. Jesus’ message was the truth that God had sent to set them free [John 8:32]. Man is a sinner and the more he is reminded of that disposition, the better are his chances of repenting and receiving Salvation. That is my goal in preaching and teaching the Word of God. I do not think about ‘Preaching Hard’ or ‘Preaching Soft’. God gives me a message based on His Biblical truth and I deliver it to the listener the way He has blessed me to deliver it. Unfaltering convictions: truth, the mission, and the calling given by God that is not altered by time, people, opinions, or circumstances. “As the LORD liveth, what the LORD saith unto me, that will I speak” [1 King 22: 14]. “Therefore, I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all of you, for I did not shrink from declaring to you the whole counsel of God.” [Acts 20:26-27]

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Former Congressman Ron Dellums Dies at 82 By Stacy M. Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor)

RONDELLUMS_0392 Former California Congressman Ron Dellums died on July 30, 2018. He was 82. Photo taken during a 2013 event celebrating Nelson Mandela’s birthday at Metropolitan AME Church in Washington, D.C. (Freddie Allen/AMG/NNPA) Ron Dellums, the firebrand former Oakland, California mayor and founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus, who vigorously fought on behalf of the poor and disenfranchised, died on Monday, July 30. Dellums, who helped shaped politics in the Bay Area for decades, reportedly died after a long battle with prostate cancer. He was 82. Tributes celebrating Dellums political and civil rights activism poured in from colleagues and friends. “I have known and admired Ron Dellums since I was a child,” former U.S. National Security Advisor Susan Rice said in a statement. “He, in part, inspired my interest in public service.” California U.S. Senator Kamala Harris also expressed her condolences. “I’m deeply saddened by the loss of former congressman and mayor of Oakland, Ron Dellums. His years of service to both the Bay Area and California will continue to serve as a beacon for change and progress,” Harris tweeted. Minnesota’s Democratic U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison said Dellums counted as a courageous freedom fighter. He remembered Dellums for his “inspiring example, courage, humor and relentless faith in our ability to make a better world.” Born on November 24, 1935 in

Oakland, Calif., Dellums served in the United States Marine Corps from 1954 to 1956 after he was denied the college scholarship he had sought, according to his biography at Blackpast.org. After service in the Marines, Dellums, with the help of the G.I Bill and an outside job, attended San Francisco State College where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1960. He went on to earn a master’s degree in social welfare from the University of California at Berkeley in 1962. After teaching at San Francisco State University and at Berkeley, Dellums became a politician. He was elected to the Berkeley City Council, where he quickly became known as the spokesperson for African American community affairs and for his radical political beliefs. After only three years on the Berkeley City Council, Dellums decided to run for Congress. With crucial campaign assistance from Coretta Scott King, the widow of slain civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as well as from Berkeley’s powerful antiVietnam War organizations, 35year-old Dellums was elected to Congress, where he quickly emerged as one of the most radical and outspoken lawmakers in Washington. Within weeks of his election, Dellums called for congressional

Grammy Winning Recording Artist, David Phelps Teams With Cana’s Voice To Present The Big Voice Tour In Highland Lifestyle News

David Phelps Johnson City, TN - One of the most unmistakable voices to ever step onto a concert stage is Grammy winning recording artist, David Phelps . Once a childhood musical prodigy from Tomball, TX, Phelps earned a bachelor’s degree in music from Baylor University. Since then, he has become a nationally celebrated vocalist, whose gifts and talents are matched by none. Perhaps best known as the powerful tenor for the multiple Grammy and Dove Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band, a group he traveled with for nearly two decades, Phelps is constantly building on a career that has already been groundbreaking. Emerging as a leading voice in Christian music, Phelps has been winning the

hearts of audiences all over the world for more than two decades. He has performed at numerous prestigious venues across the globe, including the White House, New York’s Carnegie Hall and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. His electrifying voice has moved audiences from all walks of life, crossing generational and stylistic barriers. Over the years, Phelps has shared the stage with some of the most elite singers and musicians to grace a concert stage. On Friday, September 7, Phelps will team with three of music’s talented vocalists as he partners with popular musical trio, Cana’s Voice to present The Big Voice Tour at the Immanuel Baptist Church, lo(continued in next 2 columns)

investigations into alleged war crimes in Vietnam and co-founded the Congressional Black Caucus. Two years later he began a long campaign to end the apartheid policies of South Africa and in 1986 introduced the Comprehensive Anti-Apartheid Act, which called for sanctions against the nation’s government. President Ronald Reagan vetoed the bill, however his veto was overridden, marking the first time a presidential veto of a foreign policy measure was overridden by Congress in the 20th Century. In 2006, he was elected as the mayor of Oakland, succeeding former California Governor Jerry Brown. He left office in 2010. “We mourn the loss of one of the founders of the Congressional Black Caucus,” the CBC said in a statement. “His work for his community and his work for the Caucus will be missed.” The Rev. Al Sharpton called Dellums a “true progressive and courageous man.” “We spoke often,” Sharpton said. “He was a brilliant man.” In a statement celebrating Dellums’ legacy, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) called him “a great warrior and statesman.” “The contributions that Congressman Dellums made to our East Bay community, the nation, and the world are too innumerable to count,” Lee said in the

statement. “I feel blessed to have called Congressman Dellums my dear friend, predecessor, and mentor. I will miss him tremendously, and I will hold dear to my heart the many lessons I learned from this great public servant.” The statement continued: “My condolences are with the Dellums family, friends, and loved ones. His legacy and spirit will be forever with us.” NAACP Board Chairman Leon W. Russell said that, Dellums created space for our voices to be heard. “It is said that the current generation stands on the shoulders of giants; Ron was a giant who blazed a path to empowerment that we still walk on today,” Russell said. Funeral plans haven’t been announced. Dellums is survived by his wife, Cynthia Dellums and his five children. Stacy is a frequent contributor to the NNPA Newswire and BlackPressUSA.com. You can also find Stacy’s work in The Washington Informer, Baltimore Times, Philadelphia Tribune, Pocono Record, and the New York Post. Stacy is the co-author of “Blind Faith: The Miraculous Journey of Lula Hardaway, Stevie Wonder’s Mother.” Follow Stacy on Twitter @stacybrownmedia. This article was originally published at BlackPressUSA.com.

Grammy Winning Recording Artist, David Phelps Teams With Cana’s Voice To Present The Big Voice Tour In Highland...continued cated at 28355 E Baseline in Highland, CA. This event is expected to attract listeners of all ages, and will be a night the entire family will enjoy. Comprised of iconic Gospel singers, Jody McBrayer (formerly of Avalon), TaRanda Greene (formerly of The Greenes) and Doug Anderson (formerly of Signature Sound), Cana’s Voice is quickly capturing the attention of music lovers from varying genres. In 2016, the trio released their very first recording, “This Changes Everything,” which has appeared in Soundscans’ Top 20 Sales for Inspirational recordings since its release.

In addition to popular vocalist, David Phelps and Cana’s Voice, this special musical evening will feature talented female vocalist, Charlotte Ritchie and renown, singer/songwriter Geron Davis. Make plans to be a part of The Big Voice Tour stop in the Highland area, at the Immanuel Baptist Church in Highland, CA. Complete information is available online at www.imcconcerts.com or by calling 1-800-965-9324. Group ticket information is available by calling 423-218-1926. Join David Phelps and Cana’s Voice in Highland on Friday, September 7, 2018 at 7:00pm.

State Superintendent Torlakson Urges Support for Student Mental Health Legislation State/Government News

SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson urged educators, parents, school board members, community leaders and all residents to voice their support for state legislation that will improve mental health services for students. Torlakson is putting a major focus on mental health awareness and treatment, suicide prevention, and school safety as the Legislature reconvenes August 6 for the final weeks of the 2017–18 session. “Students need to have good mental health to succeed in the

classroom and in life. Schools can help by creating a caring and supportive environment and by working to help identify mental health problems early so students can receive the treatment they need,” said Torlakson, who started his career as a high school science teacher and served as a track and cross country coach. Torlakson urged educators and the public to support the following bills to help our students by enhancing mental health care in schools. SB 972 by Senator Anthony (continued in last 2 columns)

State Superintendent Torlakson Urges Support for Student Mental Health Legislation ...continued Portantino, D-La Cañada Flintridge, requires public schools, private schools, and public and private institutions of higher education that issue pupil identification cards to include the telephone number for a suicide prevention hotline or the Crisis Text Line. SB 1019 by Senator Jim Beall, D-San Jose, requires the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission to consult with the Superintendent of Public Instruction and create a grant program for school district mental health partnerships. AB 1436 by Assemblymember Mark Levine, D-San Rafael, requires an applicant for license as a marriage and family therapist, educational psychologist, clinical social worker, or professional clinical counselor to show that he or she has completed a minimum of six hours of coursework or applied experience in suicide risk assessment and intervention. AB 2022 by Assemblymember Kansen Chu, D-Milpitas, requires all schools to inform, at least twice a year, pupils and parents or guardians how to access available student mental health services on campus or in the community. The bill also allows counties to use funds from the Mental

Health Services Act to provide grants to schools to develop and distribute the notifications. AB 2639 by Assemblymember Marc Berman, D-Los Altos, requires schools that serve students in grades 7 through 12 to review policies on pupil suicide prevention every five years and update the policy, if necessary. AB 2639 also permits Local Educational Agencies to update the policy more frequently. Bills must pass before the Legislature adjourns on August 31, 2018. Governor Jerry Brown has 30 days to sign or veto any legislation. Data from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention revealing a significant increase in suicide rates has put a spotlight on this problem. Suicide rates increased significantly in nearly every U.S. state from 1999 through 2016, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently announced. Youth suicide is the second-leading cause of death for adolescents and young adults between the ages of 15 to 24. Torlakson encourages people in crisis to use suicide prevention services, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, at 1800-273-8255.

USDA Invests $345.5 Million in Rural Electric Infrastructure to Improve Service for More Than 1 Million Residential and Commercial Consumers in 14 States Projects Will Provide Improved Electric Reliability GovernmentNews

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2018 – Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $345.5 million in 20 infrastructure projects (PDF, 121 KB) to improve rural electric service in 14 states. “Delivering reliable and affordable electricity to power rural America will help lay the groundwork for increased rural prosperity and economic opportunity,” Secretary Perdue said. “USDA is partnering with rural electric utilities and cooperatives so they can continue to invest in infrastructure improvements to provide electric power to those who live and work in rural areas.” USDA is making the investments through the Electric Infrastructure Loan Program. This program helps finance generation, transmission and distribution projects; system improvements; and energy conservation projects in communities with 10,000 or fewer resi-

dents. The loans include $7.9 million for smart grid technology. This includes computer applications, two-way communications, geospatial information systems and other tools to increase the reliability and efficiency of electric power systems. Below are a few examples of the projects USDA is funding: In Colorado, the San Isabel Electric Association is receiving a $15.8 million loan to build 63 miles of line and improve 143 miles to serve consumers in Huerfano, Las Animas, Pueblo, Custer, Otero and Costilla counties. The loan includes $752,021 for smart grid projects. Minnesota’s Goodhue County Electric Cooperative Association will use a $7.75 million loan to construct 28 miles (continued on page 8)

How to Preserve the Miracle of Life for More American Families...continued from page 4 quire surgery. But too often, current technologies are insufficient for infants. Medical devices, including those for the heart, are often designed for adults. That's where the greatest demand is. So that's where companies tend to focus their research, development, and production efforts. However, using adult-sized products in children can be dangerous. Forcing an adult-sized valve into a baby's tiny heart may ward off immediate death and give the child a few more months of life. But complications are common. For instance, an adult-sized valve can impede the flow of blood from the baby's lungs or put pressure on the electrical circuitry of a tiny heart, resulting in the need for a pacemaker. Attempts to treat infants with adultsized devices may be well-intentioned, but the heart defect is likely to win out in the end. As a cardiac surgeon, I've unfortunately seen that happen too often. I remember the case of an infant girl from New York City who was born with severe narrowing of her heart's mitral valve. When she was nine months old, she received a replacement adult-sized valve. But six months after her procedure, the replacement failed, causing her valve to narrow and restrict blood flow. Doctors relieved the obstruction temporarily. But eventually, her heart became too weak, and she passed away. Thankfully, scientists and companies are developing new ways to meet the needs of our smallest,

most vulnerable patients. Researchers at the University of Maryland, for example, are testing the ability of adult stem cells to repair damaged infant heart tissue. A team at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota is pioneering a procedure that uses umbilical cord blood to strengthen infant heart muscles. And just this year, Abbott, the company I work for, received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for a new heart valve for infants. At just 15 millimeters, it's the smallest mechanical heart valve in the world. This valve has already helped save the lives of numerous infants. One was a baby from Chicago who was born with a hole in her heart. At six months, her mitral valve started leaking following surgery to repair the hole. She went into heart failure. She was held in the ICU but she couldn't tolerate food and wasn't gaining weight. She received the small Abbott valve just in time -- and is now thriving. Today, we can fix many previously incurable heart defects thanks to a new crop of medical innovations designed specifically for our smallest patients. It's up to the entire medical community to make sure that newborns who could benefit from these lifechanging technologies receive them. Dan Gutfinger is a medical director for the global health care company Abbott. (For U.S. Important Safety Information on the Masters HP Series, visit http:// abbo.tt/2taeyVL.)

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Gamma Omega Chapter’s Youth Group Excels At Youth Conference By Bettie Bell

Gamma Omega Chapter‘s Youth Group dreams came true during Eta Phi Beta Sorority’s 15th Biennial Youth Conference held in Memphis Tennessee, on July 2327, 2018. The youth group had an opportunity to participate in the career advancement and self improvement workshops that were offered, as well as attend several educational museums such as, the Lorraine Hotel Civil Rights Museum and the Underground Slave Museum. Each conference session was an apprentice experience for the group. They engaged in new ideals and expanded their learning abilities. The highlight of the conference was the competition between the various youth groups that were in attendance.

The youth groups had an opportunity to express themselves and utilize their skills in the talent show. They showed their creativity and design talents by preparing an exhibit, scrapbook and banner. The outreach works in the community from the youth were also presented. The culmination of the competition was when Gamma Omega Chapter’s Youth Group won first place in the talent show, exhibit, and scrapbook competition. The youth group won second place in the banner competition. MaRyah Clarks won First place for the Community Service Award. The dreams of our youth’s today must be embraced so they will empower themselves to become tomorrow future leaders.

California Becomes First State to Pledge to Use ‘Green’ Financing to Combat Climate Change State/Government News

SACRAMENTO – “President Trump may dial up his efforts to mislead the American people into believing climate change is a hoax created by the Chinese, but we Californians laugh at such lunacy because we know — without doubt or reservation — that the fate of the planet is at stake. Building critical public infrastructure and a future that does not depend on fossil fuels is now deadly serious business,” Treasurer John Chiang said to a gathering of policymakers and top-level executives at the Milken Institute California Policy Summit in Sacramento today. While speaking with attendees,

Chiang signed the “Green Bond Pledge.” A declaration with broad and far-reaching impact, states and cities across the nation are being urged to take the pledge that would commit them to a strategy that will finance infrastructure and capital projects that meet the challenges of climate change with “green bonds,” or green financing. “Treasurer Chiang is taking smart action to strengthen the market for climate-friendly bonds,” said California Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr., who is hosting the Global Climate Action (continued in next 2 columns)

California Becomes First State to Pledge to Use ‘Green’ Financing to Combat Climate Change...continued Summit in San Francisco in mid-September. The summit will showcase actions — including the Green Bond Pledge — states and regions, cities, companies, investors, and individual citizens are taking to realize the goals of the historic 2015 Paris Agreement. Those signing the green bond pledge agree that climate change poses an existential threat and that the rapid growth of a green bonds market will not only meet the unique challenges the world faces, but will do so while making communities more economically competitive, prosperous, and productive. “As the world’s fifth largest economy, California will lead the way and help finance as much new clean infrastructure as we possibly can,” said Chiang. “While Washington continues to deny the irrefutable science that proves climate change, the Golden State has embarked on an unstoppable path to reduce the dangerous effects of greenhouse gases and build a future that is climate resilient.” Next, the governor and treasurer are establishing a working group to develop and implement a green bonds strategy to fulfill the commitments outlined in the Green Bond Pledge. Green bonds may be sold by governments, as well as by private entities, to finance projects that have positive environmental or climate attributes. The projects can range from clean transportation to renewable energy. The American Society of Civil Engineers estimates the U.S. currently has a multi-trillion dollar shortfall in funding its infrastructure needs in the coming decades. In California alone, independent reports estimate the shortfall will exceed $400 billion over the next 10 years. The green bond market started in 2007 with bonds issued by the World Bank and the European Investment Bank. By 2017, both California and New York had issued more than $4 billion in bonds to finance such things as clean water projects, green schools, mass transit, land preservation, and green housing. The state is now looking to build on that start and help grow a much more robust market for green bond financing. The Green Bond Pledge aims to help establish the market and acceler-

ate its growth. The pledge was developed and designed by international climate finance and environmental groups. Treasurer Chiang has devoted considerable energy and time to unlocking the potential of the green bond market. His office has handled more than $2.2 billion in green bonds for mass transit, clean water, and pollution control projects, as well as for Kaiser Hospital green buildings, and a rice-straw fiberboard plant. The treasurer’s senior team will also be discussing green bonds with Chinese provincial government officials in the fall. In 2016, Treasurer Chiang conducted a five-city, national listening tour, meeting with market experts and investors to identify barriers and challenges to growing the green finance market. In February 2018, he convened a green bond symposium with the Milken Institute and tasked its blueribbon Financial Innovations Lab® with developing actionable paths to creating a more robust green bonds market. The result was two groundbreaking studies. The first, issued in 2017, identified the barriers and challenges to growing the green bond market. The second was unveiled today. Chiang added, “Today’s report provides strategies and solutions aimed at turbocharging a new and growing financial market that can help provide more affordable capital to not only meet California’s growing infrastructure needs, but also steel ourselves against wild fires, rising sea levels, and extreme weather.” The report issued today includes, among its suggestions, improving market standardization, defining what is green, and streamlining pricing. It concludes that, “Because California is widely recognized as a leader in environmental sustainability, pioneering efforts to streamline the green bond market can serve as a model for other states and countries.Building public infrastructure with future generations in mind is a must, not just in California, but everywhere on the planet.” For more news, please follow the Treasurer on Twitter at @CalTreasurer, and on Facebook at California State Treasurer's Office.

USDA Invests $345.5 Million in Rural Electric Infrastructure to Improve Service for More Than 1 Million Residential and Commercial Consumers in 14 States...continued from page 7 of line and improve 72 miles. The loan includes $315,000 for smart grid projects. Goodhue’s service territory is predominantly agricultural. Most non-farm employment is associated with agricultural and food processing activities. In Georgia, Amicalola Electric Membership Corporation will use a $61.2 million loan to build 302 miles of line and improve 110 miles. The loan includes $64,000 for smart grid projects. Agriculture and tourism are the major industries in Amicalola’s service territory. USDA is announcing investments today in rural communities in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota and Wisconsin. In April 2017, President Donald J. Trump established the Interagency Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity to identify legislative, regulatory and policy changes that could promote agriculture and prosperity in rural communities. In January 2018,

Secretary Perdue presented the Task Force’s findings to President Trump. These findings included 31 recommendations to align the federal government with state, local and tribal governments to take advantage of opportunities that exist in rural America. Increasing investments in rural infrastructure is a key recommendation of the task force. To view the report in its entirety, please view the Report to the President of the United States from the Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity (PDF, 5.4 MB). In addition, to view the categories of the recommendations, please view the Rural Prosperity infographic (PDF, 190 KB). USDA Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities and create jobs in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community services such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov.