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Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will. Find out just what people will submit to and you have found out the exact amount of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them and these will continue till they have resisted either with words or blows or with both. The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance those of whom they suppress. —Fredrick Douglass (1849)

2020 Census Called ‘Worse Undercount’ in Decades as Bureau Misses Millions of Blacks and Hispanics

Editorial Highlights from the desk of

Clifton Harris

A short narrative about black women and police brutality

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The bureau estimated that the 2020 census incorrectly counted 18.8 million residents, double-counting some, wrongly including others, and missing others entirely, even as it came extremely close to reaching an accurate count of the overall population. By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent

The Census population count determines how many representatives each state has in Congress for the next decade. According to many experts, the COVID-19 pandemic and an administration that displayed a complete disregard for ensuring accuracy led to a consequential undercount in the number of Black, Hispanic, and Native American residents during the 2020 U.S. Census. Further, Census officials admit that they overcounted white and Asian residents. The bureau reported the overall population as 323.2 million. “The undercounting of Black, Latino, Indigenous and other communities of color rob us of the opportunity to be the directors of our fate, reducing our representation and limiting our power while depriving policymakers of the information they need to make informed decisions about where the next

hospital will be built or where the next school should be located,” said Damon Hewitt, the president and executive director of the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. “In addition, the undercount exacerbates underfunding of our communities because Census data is used as the basis for hundreds of billions of dollars of federal, state, and local appropriations each year,” Hewitt said. The Census population count determines how many representatives each state has in Congress for the next decade. It also decides how much federal funding communities receive for roads, schools, housing, and social programs. Hundreds of billions of dollars are at stake each time the census occurs. Robert L. Santos, the bureau’s

director, displayed little regard for the undercount of minorities. He said the 2020 results were consistent with recent censuses. “This is notable, given the unprecedented challenges of 2020,” Santos said in a statement. “But the results also include some limitations — the 2020 census undercounted many of the same population groups we have historically undercounted, and it overcounted others.” “We remain proud of the job we accomplished in the face of immense challenges,” Mr. Santos said. “And we are ready to work with the stakeholders and the public to leverage this enormously valuable resource fully.” Terri Ann Lowenthal, a leading expert on the census and consultant to governments and others with a stake in the count,

told the New York Times that the results were “troubling but not entirely surprising.” “Overall, the results are less accurate than in 2010,” she said. The bureau estimated that the 2020 census incorrectly counted 18.8 million residents, doublecounting some, wrongly including others, and missing others entirely, even as it came extremely close to reaching an accurate count of the overall population. The Times reported that the “estimates released on Thursday — in essence, a statistical adjustment of totals made public last year — are based on an examination of federal records and an extensive survey in which the bureau interviewed residents in some 10,000 census blocks — the smallest unit used in census continued on page7

Make Room, Gas and Food: Insurance Payments Might Go Up, Too Tanu Henry | California Black Media

As gas and food prices continue to shoot up at a rapid clip, Californians might be hit with sticker shock from another bill that skyrockets later this year: their health insurance premiums. According to officials at Covered California, monthly

premiums for insurance coverage could jump by as much as 100% -- or an average of about $70 -- for more than 2 million Californians if federal government subsidies provided by the American Rescue Plan are allowed to expire at the end of 2022.

An estimated total of 14 million Americans could be affected by the price increase. “The American Plan built on the Affordable Care Act and provided more financial help than ever before to help people get covered and stay covered largely in response to the pandemic,” said Peter V. Lee, former Executive Director of Covered California. Lee was speaking during a press briefing held earlier this month to inform the public about what he sees as an impending crisis if the federal government does not take action. As a sidenote during that virtual meeting, Lee announced that he was stepping down

from Covered California. In February, the agency’s Board of Directors announced Jessica A lt ma n, for mer Commonwealth Insurance Commissioner of Pennsylvania, as Covered California’s new Chief Executive Off icer. Lee said funds the federal government currently provides to states to help lower health care premiums for Americans led to record numbers in enrollment across the country, including about 1.8 million new signups in California. The largest increases in enrollment in Califor nia continued on page 2

This narrative is from chapter 5 of a book called police brutality and white supremacy by Etan Thomas. My daughter Imani walked into my office while I was preparing to interview Chickesia Clemons, I was watching YouTube clips from her case as well as news coverage. Imani asked, Daddy, what are you watching and why are the police beating this girl like this? I took a deep breath, told her to sit down and watch with me. I explained that a waitress called the police on Clemons because they had a dispute, and this is what occurred when police arrived at the Waffle House. Imani was angered by what she saw; the image of a white police officer abusing someone who looked just a little older than her. On the video all you could hear was screaming; get off here! Why are you doing this to her! Police slammed her head to the ground and her top came off exposing her. One cop looked like he was intentionally trying to break her arm, and you could hear Clemons yell, what are you doing? The response was I'll break your arm that's what I'm about do, while another officer appeared to have his knee in her stomach. Then we watched the YouTube clip of Clement speaking for the first time since the event took place in saying I can't eat I can't sleep I'm constantly crying. This was followed by an attorney Benjamin Crump breaking down what happened. Imani looked at

me with tears in her eyes and asked, why would they do that to her? I told her I didn't know but was preparing to find out. We talked about different cases, from Sandra Bland to Breonna Taylor. I introduced to Imani to SayHerName and its mission. The more we researched, the more frustrated and Imani got. We found that black women are often overlooked when it comes to conversations, media coverage, and outrage about police terrorism. We discovered that most people killed by police get little to no attention from national media outlets; We only hear about a select few. And black women are four more likely to be killed by police than other women, according to Washington Post database of deadly police shootings. According to FiveThirtyEight; Women account for less than 4% of fatal police shootings but almost 20% of them are black, even though black women make up only around 13% of women in EU S. Since 2015, at least 51 black women have been killed. Half of those women have gotten some national media attention within 60 days of their death however the coverage is limited overall Cases that did spark national news coverage like those of Brianna Taylor and Ma’Khia Bryant are the exception we also read opinions such as that of Alex continued on page 2

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A short narrative about black women and police Make Room, Gas and Food: Insurance Payments Might Go Up, Too...continued from page 1 brutality...continued from page 1

Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Names New Ceo Community /Education News

(Riverside, CA – March 14, 2022) – Following an extensive search, the CEO Selection Committee for Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) announced today that Carolyn Solar would be named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective April 4, 2022. Solar, a Riverside resident, has served on the FARSB team since 2017 and is only the second female CEO to hold this title in the food bank's 42-year history. "Carolyn has been integral to the food bank's leadership team over the years," said Stephanie Otero, current CEO at FARSB. "She has demonstrated success delivering strong revenue growth, building effective teams, and diversifying both giving and programmatic opportunities within the community. I am fully confident she will continue to advance the mission of FARSB in new and impactful ways." Solar's primary focus will include: · Assessing operational, programmatic, and financial performance. · Developing strategic and impactful regional partnerships. · Overseeing fundraising initiatives. "I am humbled and honored to

Carolyn Solar be leading an organization that provides value within the very community that I call home," said Carolyn Solar, incoming CEO. "The past four and a half years that I've spent at FARSB as a Marketing Coordinator, then Philanthropy Director, have challenged, motivated, and inspired me more than ever, and I am excited to take FARSB into its next phase," said Solar. Solar received a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a Public Relations concentration from California State University, San Bernardino, and a Master's in Business Administration from California Baptist University. With Solar set to take leadership on April 4, 2022, a Development Director (formerly the Philanthropy Director) position is now open at FARSB. Those interested in applying can submit a resume and short cover letter outlining their qualifications to Joanna Solorio, Human Resources Director, at jsolorio@feedingamericaie.org. San Bernardino

Samuels, Dhrumil Metra, and Anna Wiederkehr, who wrote an article, while black women are often missing from conversations a b out p ol ic e v iole n c e. Bryant’s death likely received national media attention only because the news cycle at the time was already focused on police brutality. Derek Chauvin, the officer who murdered George Floyd, was convicted only minutes after Bryant was killed in Columbus OH. Similarly, toward the end of the Chauvin trial Dante Wight was fatally shot by Minneapolis police. As with Bryant Taylor's death received an uptick in national attention only after Floyd's death when police brutality was again dominating the headlines. Michelle Cusseaux, Tanisha Anderson, Korryn Gaines, India Kager, Natasha McKenna these are black women who were killed within weeks sometimes days of men whose names we know sometimes by the same Police Department said Kevin Minofu senior research and writing fellow with the African American policy forum in an email to 538. The African American policy forum founded by say her name campaign in December 2014; its mission is to publicize how black women are killed and brutalized by police with alarming regularity. I also moderated an all-female panel consisting of WNBA players who Angel McCoughtry, Elizabeth Williams, Renee Montgomery, and Tierra Ruffin-

Pratt, along with Emerald Gardner (daughter of Eric Gardner). I sat down with my daughters Imani and baby Sierra and showed them that a recording of the panel I wanted to see their response. Imani immediately said, hey, I remember Emerald! I had taken her to a panel with Emerald Gardner her sister Erica Gardner, and Trayvon Martin's brother Javaris Fulton at Ken Baptist Church in Harlem a few years back. Imani and my wife Nicole had opened the event with a song the Faith Evans remake of J. Cole’s Be free. In money also sang the song by herself at about at another event with Gardner's family. Imani and Baby Sierra listened to Emerald talk about her book and everything she's going to push for justice. They listened to Renee Montgomery (who took a year off from playing in the WNBA to focus on activism after the murders of George Floyd and Brianna Taylor) and Elizabeth Williams (who was at the time the longest tenured member of the Atlanta dream. Montgomery and Williams discussed what prompted their revolt against Kelly Loeffler a CEO of the Atlanta Dream, in detail how the team handed banded together along with the help of the entire WNBA to elect Loffler's opponent Rafael Warnock, to the US Senate. A little background: The franchise had been the center of turmoil since Kelly Loffler wrote continued on page 3

were a mong Af r ica n A mer icans and Latinos. About 90% of Covered California enrollees have received discounts on their premiums through the program. “The American Rescue Plan increased affordability by paying a bigger share of consumers’ monthly premiums. As a result, the portion that consumers pay dropped significantly by 23 % nationally and 20 % here in California,” said Lee. “Those are big drops. That meant that two-thirds of our consumers were eligible for a plan that cost $10 or less,” Lee continued. “For a lower income consumer, low cost is a critical ingredient for getting and keeping coverage.” Covered California is the Golden State’s federally subsidized public insurance marketplace where individuals and businesses can purchase health care plans. Lee said nearly $3 billion from the American Rescue plan allowed California to subsidize the insurance costs of more middle-income people. The eligibility window expanded to include Californians earning up to $52,000 as a single person or $106,000 as a family of four. Before help from the American Rescue Plan kicked in there were hundreds of thousands of Americans paying up to 30 % of their income for insurance, according to Covered California. If the federal supplement expires, “those who can least afford it would be hit the hardest,” warned lee. Lee says the program is

helping more middle-income people than ever before. “In California today, about one out of 10 of our subsidized enrollees earn above 400% of the poverty level. They are getting financial help that is needed and meaningful,” said Lee. “Without the extension of the American Rescue Plan, those gains would be wiped away and consumers would be faced with staggering cost increases.” Lee says if the federal subsidies expire, the loss of funding will also hurt people who do not qualify for the subsidies and pay for insurance at market rates. He estimates, for Californians earning more than $52,000 a year, there premiums could increase by an average of more than $270 per month or nearly $3,000 annually. “As people drop their coverage, the rising premiums would be felt by everyone. When you price people out of coverage, people that drop coverage first are healthy people. If you’re sicker, you keep your coverage,” said Lee. “What does that mean? If the American Rescue Plans subsidies are not continued, we are very likely to see a premium spike. As health plans say, ‘next year will be the year we have fewer insured people, they are going to be sicker on average, we are going to have to boost our premiums,’” Lee emphasized. If the U.S. Congress does not act to make the subsidies permanent – or at least to extend them -Californians will first see the new increased amount of their monthly premiums in the fall when they receive their renewal notices

Women’s History Month: California Org Honors Leaders, Discusses Priorities Charlene Muhammad | California Black Media To mark Women’s History Month, The California Black Women’s Collective (CBWC) honored more than 100 Black women leaders from across the state from different professional backgrounds, including media executives, public health professionals, activists, politicians and more. The organization also held a series of panel discussions leading up to the celebration and highlighted several policy priorities, including ag i ng a nd elde r ca re. The Hon. Cheryl Brown, a retired California Assemblymember and a Commissioner on the California Commission on Aging said 23% of Black women live in poverty, which is the second highest percentage in the U.S. -- only behind Native American women. Brown pointed out that Gov. Gavin Newsom set aside $2 billion for the Master Plan on Aging, a 10-year project, but she questioned, how would the people the money is intended to help access the money. Brown said currently there are not effective systems in place to inform people about the help they need. The funds, she said, will funnel down through the California Department of Aging down to county agencies. “That’s why it’s critical to get involved on those levels,” Brown emphasized. Ahead of Women’s History Month, a group of influential California Black women brought their perspectives together last month in a virtual “fireside chat” to take a broader look at aging and

elder care in the Black community. Whether they were expressing the joys of caring for a loved one or exposing the range of challenges Black women face as they age, the panelists shared useful insights that could shape public health policy or improve ways African American caregivers attend to the needs of aging family members. “This is our third event as part of the California Black women Empowerment series,” said Yvonne Wheeler, a member of the strategy team of the CBWC. The event was organized in partnership with Black Women Organized for Political Action (BWOPA). “Our goal is to talk about the issues that are important to Black women in California and today the topic is ‘Black Women Aging With Dignity and Respect.’” During their remarks, panelists outlined resources Black women need to make sure that their needs are met while elevating some concerning statistics. “Black women in California have many barriers in their everyday life. As we get older, the issues don’t change. The issues just get more complicated,” said Regina Brown Wilson, moderator

of the event and Executive Director of California Black Media.” “Before COVID-19, we were already experiencing financial hardship, poor health outcomes, and when the pandemic hit, older Black women were among the most vulnerable because of their circumstances, Wilson stated. “Approximately 80% of Black women are breadwinners who earn 40% of the household income. Seventyfour percent of Black women breadwinners are single mothers.” The panelists were Brown; Sylvia Drew Ivie, Special Advisor to the President, Charles R. Drew University; Delane Sims, Founder and CEO, Senior Moments; and Shavonda Webber-Christmas, Community Benefits Program Manager at LA Care Health Plans. The women helped shed light on issues that Black women experience as they age in their older years. Webber-Christmas said it is critical to ensure that there are culturally competent providers helping Black women navigate resources available to them continued on page 3

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Cal Reparations Task Force: Yale Prof. Traces Long History of Racism in Public Health

Padilla Secures Over $21 million for 17 Projects in the Inland Empire...continued

Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media

health education in person and by telehealth services. $250,000 to San Bernardino Cou nt y for a P rog ra m to Connect People with Disabilities with Employers This funding will allow the San Bernardino County Work force Developme nt Department to hire dedicated staff and develop programming to connect local employers and job seekers with disabilities. $200,000 for Salton Sea Perimeter Lake Feasibility Study This funding will support

Dr. Carolyn Roberts, a professor at Yale University, provided to the California Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans detailed descriptions, both verbal and visual, of the horrific experiences Africans endured during the transatlantic slave trade. A historian of medicine and science, Roberts said the trauma descendants of enslaved Africans suffered during transportation to the United States was only the beginning of a “broken relationship” between African Americans and the United States’ healthcare system. “It is important for us to recognize that many critical issues that we are wrestling with today have long, old, and deep historical roots,” Roberts said. “These include racial bias and disparate medical treatment, race-based medicine, and medical exploitation. In our historical analysis, we must consider not only American slavery and its afterlife, but also the transatlantic slave trade.” The transatlantic slave trade was the “largest forced oceanic

migration in human history,” a passage that was responsible for transferring between 10 million and 12 million enslaved Africans across the Atlantic Ocean to the Americas from the 16th to the 19th century, Roberts said. A majority of the African people taken captive were young women and men who were on the cusp of starting families. This generation of Africans ended up contributing to the enrichment of the enslavers, Roberts said. For the voyage, Africans were placed in tiers below the decks of cargo ships that would sail up to 5,000 miles across the ocean Roberts said to make sure that the enslaved stayed healthy for the duration of the trip and arrive to their destination alive, slave traders hired medical doctors. “A majority of enslaved people who arrived in the United States arrived onboard British slave ships,” Roberts said. “British slave ship medicine was based on systemic violence and dehumanization. (The doctors) performed invasive and forced medical inspections. Women and girls were pinned down and their legs were held open so that doctors could see if they had previously borne children.” Drugs, whips, and pistols were used by slave traders if the enslaved women and men did not comply with the medical practitioners' orders. Roberts said it was common for doctors to assume that Africans had the capacity to withstand extreme physical pain. Roberts was one of several

experts that spoke during the public, mental and physical health segment of the twoday meeting held in January. Dr. Tina Sacks, an associate professor at UC Berkeley’s School of Social Welfare; Dr. Cassondra Marshall, UC Berkeley Public Health professor of Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health; Brett Andrews, CEO of PRC (formerly Positive Resource Center) in San Francisco; and Melissa Jones, executive director of BARHII (Bay Area Regional Health Inequities Initiative) were other panelists during the meeting. Roberts did not stop with the horrific details captured Africans suffered on the high seas. She forewarned the nine-member panel about a graphic image she was about to display. It was a black-and-white photo of a human cadaver on a gurney. Surrounded by White doctors, the image depicted a surgical examination being performed on a Black man. These acts of inhumanity had an adverse effect on Black Americans, Roberts said, and the resulting cruelty and racism endured 157 years after slavery was abolished in the United States. “So, a new management of healthcare enters the world. This is a form of healthcare where medical violence against Africans and African descended people became an acceptable normative, an institutionalized practice for over a century in the context of the British slave trade. This forced Black people into a unique and troubling

relationship with Western medicine before they set foot in the United States,” Roberts explains. “It also created a new understanding of the doctor-patient relationship, a relationship that was violent, personalized, extractive, and exploitative,” she argues. Over the years, the enslaved Africans and their freed descendants learned to trust themselves by concocting their own medicinal formulas. “They developed their own medical systems. They blended medical knowledge from Africa with medicinal plants in the Americas,” Roberts said. “However, they could not avoid White doctors who began to use their bodies to advance medical science. Roberts holds a joint appointment in the departments of History/ History of Science and Medicine, and African American Studies and a secondary appointment at Yale School of Medicine. Roberts's research interests concern the history of race, science, and medicine in the context of slavery and the Atlantic slave trade. “It’s a sobering moment when we began to understand t he he alt h i mpa ct s of multigenerational racism and oppression,” Dr. Cheryl Grills, a member of the Task Force, said. The Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans will have its eighth meeting at 9:00 a.m. on March 29 and March 30. To watch join livestream here: https://oag.ca.gov/ab3121

Padilla Secures Over $21 million for 17 Projects in the Inland Empire

the Salton Sea Authority and US Army Corps of Engineers’ Salton Sea Perimeter Lake Feasibility Study to facilitate the development of a long-term solution to address future playa exposure and the associated public health and environmental impacts. A full summary of the FY 2022 Appropriations Omnibus package is available here. https:// www.appropriations.senate.gov/ news/majority/chairman-patrickleahy-d-vt-releases-fiscal-year2022-omnibus-appropriations-bill

A short narrative about black women and police brutality...continued from page 2 a letter to WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert objecting to the league's embrace of Black Lives Matter movement during the 2020 season. Players around the league initially called on Loeffler to sell her share of the team 49%. When she refused, they publicly endorsed her opponent reverend Raphael Warnock, in her senatorial race, who was polling in the low 9% before the Atlanta Dream and its WNBA got involved. Warnock defeated Loffler in the January 5th runoff in large part to the work of the WNBA. Baby Sierra was really inspired by the women all standing together in unity. She got hyped and said she wanted to do her part when she got older; get her

volleyball teammates together and stand for people and causes the way the NBA players did. Imani turned to me while we were discussing all this, and I said could see the wheels turning in her mind. She asked, how many more situations have there been like that? Why did they have to create a SayHerName? Why don't more people bring attention to what happens to black girls? Then she started breaking down for the whole family what she had learned and later there's more from research about Chikesiha Clemons. It was like she was giving a book report. She was so affected by it because she obviously saw herself in Chikesia Clemons.

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State/Government News WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) announced that he secured over $21 million in federal funding for 17 projects across the Inland Empire. These projects were included in the bipartisan FY 2022 appropriations package that passed the House yesterday. The President is expected to sign the bill into law next week after it passes the Senate. “I am proud to have secured funding for projects throughout the Inland Empire to improve our water quality, upgrade transportation infrastructure, support health care services, and make our communities safer,” Senator Padilla said. “This funding will go to local governments and community organizations that are directly serving our neighborhoods. Federal dollars will support projects to modernize our transportation infrastructure and spur economic growth. We are also investing in projects that will increase California’s capacity to treat patients and deliver mental health services.” Projects in and around the Inland Empire that will receive federal f unding include: $5 million for Bradley Road Bridge Over Salt Creek This funding will support the construction of a bridge over Salt Creek in the City of Menifee to raise the roadway out of the existing floodplain for the safety and access of emergency vehicles and to improve connectivity of the surrounding communities. $3 million for a Water Recycling Facility and PFAS

Treatment Project in Riverside This funding will allow the Western Municipal Water District to protect drinking water supplies in the Arlington Basin and protect environmental water quality and storm water runoff by removing harmful PFAS chemicals from wastewater. Senator Padilla has made addressing PFAS contamination a priority. Last year, he introduced the PROTECT Act to add certain PFAS chemicals to the Environmental Protection Agency’s list of Hazardous Air Pollutants, thereby requiring their regulation under the Clean Air Act. This would expand the number of facilities that would have to adopt technology to reduce PFAS emissions. He also introduced two bills, the Clean Water for Military Families Act and the Filthy Fifty Act, directing the Department of Defense to identify and clean up PFAS at U.S. military installations with some of the highest detections across the country. $2.7 m il l ion for t he Coachella Valley Water District This funding will support the construction of a new water transmission line to bring safe drinking water to the Eastern Coachella Valley. $1.5 million for Upgrades to Pen nsylvania Avenue in the City of Beaumont This funding will allow the City of Beaumont to improve traffic circulation along Pennsylvania Avenue between 1st and 6th Streets. $1.25 million for the City of Ban n i ng Wastewater Treatment and Groundwater

Protection Project This funding will support the City of Banning’s wastewater treatment project to protect groundwater from sewer overflow during heavy periods of rain and overflow events. $1 million for the City of Yucaipa’s Wilson III Basin Project This funding will support the City of Yucaipa’s Wilson III Basin project to provide flood protection, improve water quality, preserve open space and habitat preservation, and provide groundwater recharge. $1 million for Loma Linda University Health This funding will support the construction of a new Federally Qualified Health Center to better serve the most vulnerable in the Coachella Valley. $1 million for the San Ber nardino Inter national Airport Runway Repair Project This funding will support critical repair work on the main runway at San Bernardino I nter national Ai r por t. $1 million for the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library This funding will support the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library Second Story and Beyond project that aims to develop STEAM-related educational exhibits and programs for the community and greater region. $1 m illion for t he Soboba Crossroads Project This funding will be used to assist with the construction of off-site public facilities required for the construction of a local economic development project

in San Jacinto, including: street widening and paving; traffic signal improvements; installation of water, sewer, gas, electric, and communication utilities; and accessibility improvements. $663,224 for the City of Tw e n t y n i n e P a l m s Wastewater Treatment Facility This funding will support a joint wastewater system to protect drinking water from contamination for the City and the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center. $565,000 for Citywide Fuel Reduction in the City of Chino Hills This funding will support a hazardous fuel reduction project to minimize the potential for wildfires and protect residential communities through the ecologically beneficial removal of fuels. $500,000 for a Water Reservoir Replacement in the City of Blythe This funding will support replacement of an existing water reservoir with a new 500,000-gallon bolted steel water tank. $400,000 for Pedestrian and Safety Improvements in Lake Elsinore This funding will support upgrades to sidewalks and landscaped park ways in Downtown Lake Elsinore. $350,000 for Palo Verde Hospital's Integrated Community Health Program This funding will ​​establish a community mobile health unit to provide primary, behavioral, and mental health services, as well as specialty care and continued in next 2 columns

Visit our website: sb-american.com Women’s History Month: California Org Honors Leaders, Discusses Priorities...continued from page 2 and to make sure that they are practicing the self-care they need to maintain long, healthy lives. "If you're missing food, your likelihood of being healthy is low. So, we do try to look at the whole person and not just medical needs when we talk about the services that we contract for, or services that we provide grants for. We want those to be holistic,” she said, highlighting some of the wraparound social services LA Care provides to the people it serves. “I think that when we talk about older women, we're not talking about someone who just became that person,” WebberChristmas added. We're talking about someone, if you look over the life course of the individual, it's incremental. What we are doing today determines what we experience in later life.” Sims spoke about the experiences of Black women who live longer and the various challenges they face as caregivers. Her own father lived to be 115 years old, she shared. Sims said taking care of him became a challenge as his other caregivers aged. "It was daunting to say the least, to be sort of thrust into caregiving and not being prepared, but just

feeling like it was something I absolutely needed to do to honor my mother and certainly my stepfather. But that is also one of the challenges,” said Sims. She encou raged Black women caregivers to seek emotional support, avoid missing meals, talk to someone and even join a support group. Brown said Black families must take a collective look at caring for their aging loved ones. “We have to look out for each other,” she said. “It has to be an inter-generational thing.” Kellie Todd Griffin, convenor of the CBWC said there is an emerging trend of communal living among Black single mothers. “They are buying homes together. Sharing in the costs of daycare and helping each other out. We have to be creative,” she said. Griffin said it is also important for Black women to organize. “We have got to raise our voices and knock on doors. When we show up at the Capitol and in those district offices, that’s when they start listening to us,” she pointed out. “It is important to show up to those town hall meetings that legislators have in their communities.”

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Singer and “Braxton Family Values” Star Traci Braxton Passes Away At 50 Entertainment News

Singer, actor and reality TV personality Traci Braxton has died at age 50 after a private battle with esophageal cancer. The news was shared by her older sister, Toni Braxton in a heartfelt Instagram post. “It is with the utmost regret that we inform you of the passing of our sister, Traci,” the 54-year-old “Un-Break My Heart” singer wrote. “Needless to say, she was a bright light, a wonderful daughter, an amazing sister, a loving mother, wife, grandmother and a respected performer. We will miss her dearly,” she continues. “Traci passed this morning as the snow was falling, our angel is now a snowflake. We ask that you respect our privacy as we plan to send her home with love, celebrating her life. We are family forever.” Traci’s husband, Kevin Surratt, also confirmed the news in a statement, sharing that the “Braxton Family Values” star had been battling cancer for the past year. “We have come to a time where we must inform the public that after a year of privately undergoing a series of treatment for Esophageal cancer our beloved Traci Braxton has gone on to glory,” Surratt says. Traci “was surrounded by family and friends at the time of her passing,” her publicist Tomasina Perkins-Washington shares. Traci Braxton Her son, Kevin Surratt Jr., also made an Instagram post about the passing of his mother. “When I heard the news about my mother being sick first thing she said was I’m going to fight and beat this,” he says. “She fought to the end and today she’s at peace.” “I love my mother forever and this hurts so much but I’m at peace knowing she’s isn’t in pain anymore,” he adds. “I love you ma I’m going to miss you.” For many, Traci was most

notable for appearing alongside her sisters Toni, Tamar, Trina and Towanda on their hit reality series “Braxton Family Values”. She grew up in Severn, Maryland in a religious household alongside her sisters, mom, dad and older brother, Michael Jr. Her first performance was in her church choir. Tr a c i had several accomplishments under her belt as a solo artist, actress and host of a radio show. In October 2014, she released her solo debut album, titled “Crash & Burn” after her popular single “Last Call”, which peaked at No. 16 on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2015, she released her single “Perfect Time” prior to releasing her second studio album “On Earth” in 2018. That project featured her single “Lifeline” as well as “Broken Things,” which featured guest vocals from sisters Toni, Towanda, 48, and Trina, 47. In addition to “Braxton Family Values”, Traci appeared on another reality show, “Marriage Boot Camp”, with her husband during the series’ third season. Traci’s resume also included some acting credits including “Sinners Wanted”, “The Christmas Lottery”, and “Chaaw”, which is currently in postproduction. Traci also contributed much of her adult life to social work for children with disabilities, according to her website. She supported charities and nonprofit organizations that focused on helping women and children facing health and societal challenges. What is esophageal cancer? Esophageal cancer is cancer that occurs in the esophagus — a long, hollow tube that runs from your throat to your stomach helping you move the food you swallow from the back of your throat to your stomach to be digested, the Mayo Clinic notes. This form of cancer usually begins in the cells that line the

inside of the esophagus and can occur anywhere along the esophagus. It is the sixth most common cause of death worldwide and is more common in men than women. Signs and symptoms of esophageal cancer include: D i f f icu lt y swal low i ng (dysphagia) Weight loss without trying Chest pain, pressure or burning Worsening indigestion or heartburn Coughing or hoarseness However, early esophageal cancer usually has no signs or symptoms. If you have any persistent signs and symptoms that worry you, you should see a doctor immediately. Esophageal Cancer vs. COPD Many of the symptoms of esophageal cancer sound like COPD symptoms as well. But not to be confused, here are other symptoms of COPD that you may want to look out for to help explain to your doctor:

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Chronic cough Shortness of breath while doing everyday activities Frequent respiratory infections Blueness of the lips or fingernail beds Fatigue Producing a lot of mucus Wheezing Those that have been diagnosed with Barrett’s esophagus, a precancerous condition caused by chronic acid reflux also have a higher risk of developing esophageal cancer. Your doctor can help you determine what signs and symptoms you need to watch for that may be a signal of your condition worsening. If you have Barrett’s esophagus, you may also consider discussing the pros and cons of screening with your doctor.

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Time) and legacy that Prince and I came up with. A name that while he was alive, he had no problem with me using. I literally put my blood, sweat, and tears into bringing value to that name.” Prince's estate currently represented by Comerica was surprised and disappointed

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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS/NEWS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220002069 Date Filed 03/08/2022 Filing Expires On: 03/08/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): A SWAN CREATIONS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 11530 PEPPER LANE APPLE VALLEY, CA 92308 Name of Individual Registrant: ANGELA D. SWAN Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 11530 PEPPER LANE APPLE VALLEY, CA 92308 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 13, 2022 Angela D. Swan, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper March 17, 24, 31, April 7, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220001098 Date Filed 02/09/2022 Filing Expires On: 02/09/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): UNITY NOW OFFICIAL County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 301 S. LILAC AVE., SUITE #23 RIALTO, CA 92376 Mailing Address: 219 S. RIVERSIDE AVE., SUITE #221 RIALTO, CA 92376 Name of Individual Registrant: MIA D. JACKSON Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 301 S. LILAC AVESUITE #23 RIALTO, CA 92376 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Oct 01, 2020 Mia D. Jackson, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 2022. ABANDONMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220001126 Date Filed 02/09/2022 Filing Expires On: 02/09/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): SESBELLOT County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 16806 TAMARIND COURT CHINO HILLS, CA 91709 Mailing Address: PO BOX 2425 CHINO HILLS, CA 91709 Number of Employees: 0 Name of Individual Registrant: HSUAN-YEN CHANG Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 16806 TAMARIND COURT CHINO HILLS, CA 91709 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 01, 2012 Hsuan-Yen Chang, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220001484 Date Filed 02/17/2022 Filing Expires On: 02/17/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): Q&Q’S SOULFUL KITCHEN County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 15080 7TH ST. VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 Mailing Address: 13935 NETTLE ST HESPERIA, CA 92344 Number of Employees: 2 Name of Individual Registrant: QIANA M. WILSON Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 13935 NETTLE ST. HESPERIA, CA 92344 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Feb 07, 2022 Qiana M. Wilson, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper March 3, 10, 17, 24, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220000593 Date Filed 01/28/2022 Filing Expires On: 01/28/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): JASMINE TAX & SERVICES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:

4467 HOLT BLVD. MONTCLAIR, CA 91763 Mailing Address: 4660 RAWHIDE STREET MONTCLAIR, CA 91763 Number of Employees: 1 Name of Individual Registrant: JASMINE NGUYEN Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 4467 HOLT BLVD. MONTCLAIR, CA 91763 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Jan 19, 2022 Jasmine Nguyen, President, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220001625 Date Filed 02/22/2022 Filing Expires On: 02/22/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): STORAMERICA COBALT County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 12276 COBALT ROAD VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 Mailing Address: 2042 BUSINESS DRIVE STE 100 IRVINE, CA 92612 Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: GSC STORAGE HOLDING 3, LLC State of Inc./Org./ Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 2042 BUSINESS DRIVE STE 100 IRVINE, CA 92612 This business is/was conducted by: A Limited Partnership Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Feb 15, 2022 John Minar, General Partner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper March 10, Correction 17, 24, 31, 2022. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20220001929 Date Filed 03/04/2022 Filing Expires On: 03/04/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): LUNA’S TOWING SERVICE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 14837 ASPEN STREET HESPERIA, CA 92345 Number of Employees: 0 Name of Individual Registrant: JESSE J. BUSTILLOS Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 14837 ASPEN STREET HESPERIA, CA 92345 Name of Individual Registrant: OLGA L. LUNA Residence Street Address: 14837 ASPEN STREET HESPERIA, CA 92345 This business is/was conducted by: A Married Couple Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Jesse J. Bustillos, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper March 10, 17, 24, 31, 2022.

Publish Your FBN Statement with The San Bernardino American News for ONLY $45 go to sb-american.com to upload Payments are accepted by debit/credit card ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2132673 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MICHAEL ANTHONY SOLIS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. MICHAEL ANTHONY SOLIS Proposed name: to: MICHAEL BETTENCOURT 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: 4/21/22 Time 9:00 a.m. Dept.: S16 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO San Bernardino Judicial District 247 West 3rd Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: 12/13/2021 John M. Pacheco Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper March 3, 10, 17, 24, 2022. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVBA 2200093 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MEGAN JULIE CARRILLO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. HEATHER GEISHA LEE to JULIE DESCHANEL CARRILLO Proposed name: 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: 4/18/22 Time 1:30 p.m. Dept.: B2 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 235 East Mountain View Street Barstow, CA 92311 Barstow 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: March 08, 2022 James R. Baxter Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper March 17, 24, 31, April 7, 2022. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2200354 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: ARACELY ORTEGA SANTILLAN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. YAIR SANTILLAN to Proposed name: YAIR ALEXANDER SANTILLAN -ORTEGA 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: 4/8/22 Time 9:00 a.m. Dept.: S16 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO San Bernardino District-Civil Division 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: Feb 22, 2022 John M. Pacheco Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper March 10, 17, 24, 31, 2022. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2200355 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: ARACELY ORTEGA SANTILLAN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. ITZELI SANTILLAN to Proposed name: ITZELI NOEMI SANTILLAN-ORTEGA 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: 4/8/22 Time 9:00 a.m. Dept.: S17 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO San Bernardino District-Civil Division 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: Feb 22, 2022 John M. Pacheco Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper March 10, 17, 24, 31, 2022. AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2132722 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: JONAH LIEN HWANG filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. JONAH LIEN HWANG to Proposed name: JONAH LIEN

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: 4/21/22 Time 9:00 a.m. Dept.: S16 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO San Bernardino District-Civil Division 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: 2/18/2022 John M. Pacheco Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 2022. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2135283 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MICHAEL BENNETT JARCZEWSKI filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. MICHAEL BENNETT JARCZEWSKI to MICHAEL BENNETT LEMKE GALLARZO Proposed name: 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: 4/12/22 Time 9:00 a.m. Dept.: S16 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO San Bernardino District-Civil Division 247 West 3rd Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: Dec 30, 2021 John M. Pacheco Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper March 10, Correction 17, 24, 31, 2022.

SUMMONS SUMMONS (Family Law) CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT (Name): AVISO AL DEMANDADO (Nombre): ALEX WECKMANN You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea la información a continuación y en la página siguiente. Petitioner's name is: Nombre del demandante: LISA MARIE WECKMANN CASE NUMBER (NÚMERO DE CASO): FAMSS 2101722 You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courts.ca.gov/self help), at the Califor nia Legal Ser vices website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 días de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la cor te puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca. org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE —R ESTR AI NI NG ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a

judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in Califor nia by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. AVISO—LAS ÓRDENES DE RESTRICCIÓN SE E NC U E N T R A N E N L A PÁGINA 2: Las órdenes de restricción están en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cónyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras órdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden público que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte. The name and address of the court are (El nombre y dirección de la corte son): SAN BERNAR DINO HISTORIC COURTHOUSE 351 N. Arrowhead Ave. San Bernardino, CA 92415 The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, dirección y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Lisa Marie Weckmann 735 N. Tulare Way Upland, CA 91786 Date (Fecha): March 4, 2021 Clerk , by (Secretario, por), Jose ph Pa che c o, D e put y (Asistente) Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 2022. NOTICE OF HEARING

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 San Bernardino Justice Center Probate Division IN THE MATTER OF: The McClelland Family Trust dated August 8, 1990 NOTICE OF HEARINGDECEDENT’S ESTATE OR TRUST CASE NUMBER: TRUSB 2100196 This notice is required by law. You are not required to appear in court, but you may attend the hearing and object or respond If you wish. If you do not respond or attend the hearing, the court may act on the filing without you. 1. NOTICE is given that: Carolee Ahlgrim (fiduciary or representative capacity, If any): has filed a petition, application, report, or account: PETITION FOR ORDER APPOINTING SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE AND FOR INSTRUCTIONS PROBATE CODE§§ 15660(d); 17200(b)(10) (Notice of Continued Hearing Date): A HEARING on the matter described in 1 will be held as follows: Hearing Date: Date: March 29, 2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: S36 Attorney For: Carolee Ahlgrim, Petitioner: John Murray (232419) Stephen A. Datu (284485) John M. Murray, Attorney at Law, Inc. 2160 N. Main St .. Suite 10 Red Bluff , CA 96080 Telephone No.: 630-529-4329 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper March 3,10, 17, 24, 2022. PETITION/PROBATE

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RICHARD LUIS HARO aka LUIS HARO.. CASE NO: PROSB 2200101 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of RICHARD LUIS HARO aka LUIS HARO.. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: REBECCA LAURA HEACOCK in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: REBECCA LAURA HEACOCK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available forl examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the independent

Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 3/15/2022 Time: 1:30 p.m. Dept: S35 SUPERIO R COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 San Bernardino District-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 personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Uzzell S. Branson IV 5440 Morehouse Drive, Suite 3700 San Diego, CA 92121 (858) 218-6529 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper March 3, 10, 17, 2022 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LOUISE GOODEN CASE NO: PROSB 2200153

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: LOUISE

GOODEN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: LORDELL GOODEN in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: LORDELL GOODEN 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: March 8, 2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: S35 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 247 West 3rd Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate

assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Lordell Gooden 1064 N. Pico Ave. San Bernardino, CA 92411 (909)462-7755 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper March 3, 10, 17, 2022.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CARLOS ALBA CASE NO.: PROSB 2100976

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: CARLOS

ALBA

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: CARLOS ALBA JR. in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CARLOS ALBA JR. 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: 06/21/2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: S36 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0212 Central Justice Center IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: BRYAN C. HARTNELL, Esq. 25757 REDLANDS BOULEVARD REDLANDS, CA 92373-8453 (909)796-6881 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper March 10, 17, 24, 2022.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MICHELLE CAMPBELL CASE NO: PROSB 2100887

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: MICHELLE

CAMPBELL

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: ERICA TUTTLE in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: ERICA TUTTLE 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: 04/05/2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: S37 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 247 West 3rd Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult

with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Erica Tuttle 57492 29 Palms Hwy Yucca Valley, CA 92284 (760)820-2236 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper March 3, 10, 17, 2022.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARK STEVEN GAYLORD SR. aka MARK S. GAYLORD SR. aka MARK GAYLORD CASE NO: PROPS 2100197 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: MARK

STEVEN GAYLORD SR. aka MARK S. GAYLORD SR. aka MARK GAYLORD

A Petition For Probate has been filed by: JANICE GAYLORD in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. The Petition For Probate requests that: JANICE GAYLORD 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: July 26,2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: S35 Superior Court Of California, County Of San Bernardino 247 West Third Street, Second Floor San Bernardino, CA 92415-0212 Probate Division If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: William M. Nassar, Esq. 1461 Ford Street, Ste. 203 Redlands, CA 92373 (909)307-2000 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper March 17, 24, 31, 2022 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE TO CREDlTORS JOE LEE HOBBS, Deceased SU PE R IOR C OU RT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY COURT CASE #PROSB2200288 Notice is hereby given to the creditors and contingent creditors of the above-named decedent, that all persons having claims against the decedent are required to file them with the Superior Cour t. at San Ber nardino, 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino. CA 92415-0212, and deliver pursuant to Section 1215 of the California Probate Code a copy to Joe Lee Hobbs, Jr., as trustee of the JOE LEE HOBBS TRUST, dated August 8, 2011, wherein the decedent was the senior, at Victorville, California. within the later of four months after the date of the first publication of notice to creditors or, if notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, 60 days after the date this notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, or you must petition to file a late claim as provided in Section 19103 of the Probate Code. A claim form may be obtained from the court clerk. For your protection. you are encouraged to file your claim by certified mail. with return receipt requested. Dated: March 8, 2022 John L. Mohr, Attorney for Lee Hobbs Trustee Of The Joe Lee Hobbs Trust Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper March 10, 17, 24, 2022.

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“Warn My People, the End Times Are Near!” By: Lou Yeboah

Lou Yeboah Again the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, [daughter] of man, speak to the children of thy people, and say unto them, when I bring the sword upon a land, if the people of the land take a man of their coasts, and set him for their watchman: if when he see the sword come upon the land, he blow the trumpet, and warn the people; then whosoever heareth the sound of the trumpet, and taketh not warning; if the sword come, and take him away, his blood shall be upon his own head. But he that taketh warning shall deliver his soul. But if the watchman sees the sword come, and blow not the trumpet, and the people be not warned; if the sword come, and take any person from among them, he is taken away in his iniquity; but his blood will I require at the watchman’s hand. So, thou, O [daughter] of man, I have set thee a watchman unto the house of Israel; therefore, thou shalt hear the word at my mouth, and warn them from me. [Ezekiel 33:1-7]. O my soul, my soul! I am pained in my very heart! My heart makes a noise in me; I cannot hold my peace, because you have heard, O my soul, the sound of the trumpet, the alarm of war. Destruction upon destruction is cried, for the whole land is plundered. [Jeremiah 4:1922]. The great day of the LORD is near; It is near and hastens quickly. The noise of the day of the LORD is bitter; there the mighty men shall cry out. That day is a day of wrath, a day of trouble and distress, a day of devastation and desolation, a day of darkness and gloominess, a day of clouds and thick darkness, a day of trumpet and alarm against the fortified

cities, and against the high towers. For, "I will bring distress upon men, and they shall walk like blind men, because they have sinned against the LORD; Their blood shall be poured out like dust, and their flesh like refuse." Neither their silver nor their gold shall be able to deliver them in the day of the LORD's wrath; But the whole land shall be devoured by the fire of My jealousy, for I will make speedy riddance of all those who dwell in the land. [Zephaniah 1:14-18]. Warning, Warning, Warning! Prepare, for a time of trouble. We are living in the end times, facing war, world conflict and distress and are awaiting the second coming of Jesus in the Rapture. The signs are so strong now and the evidence is so clear that any person willing to accept the truth can see that the end of the world, as we know it, is near. Warning, Warning, Warning! Escape for your life! Run to Jesus for He is the only one that can save you from what is about to take place. I want you to know that every prophecy of [Daniel 2 and 7] have been unsealed. I want you to know that [Daniel’s 70-week prophecy] has been unsealed; The 2300-day prophecy has been unsealed. And what is to follow which refers to the future, seven-year tribulation period and the second coming of Christ at the end of the tribulation [Matthew 24-25] is nearer than we may think! Warning, Warning, Warning – The End Times are Near! The alarm has been sounded. What will you do? “ For as were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying, and giving in marriage, until the day when Noah entered the ark, and they were unaware until the flood came and swept them all away, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. [Matthew 24:37-39].

The Ugly Face of Racism...continued While we send our love and support, we must also lift up our voices and speak with clarity and outrage when any person of African descent is denied safe passageway simply because of the color of their skin. Join me in this call for justice. Let us not turn an unknowing eye away from this racism. Share the stories of the plight of African refugees at the borders of Ukraine. Lift up your own voice,

writing to your congressional representatives and to the State Department asking them to apply pressure to end this racist practice. Let peace come to Earth—peace that does not discriminate, and that does not see color as the means by which peace will be given to some and withheld from others. John Dorhauer is the General Minister and President for the United Church of Christ.

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John Dorhauer It has been heartbreaking watching war erupt in Ukraine. Russia’s despotic leader, Vladimir Putin, acted in defiance of global outrage, protest, and resistance and authored an attack on Ukraine. His own country is in shambles, and people all over it are suffering great loss as sanctions mount and deepen the pain. In Ukraine, the suffering is mounting and utterly intolerable. Now over a million refugees are leaving their homeland and fleeing to wherever safety can be found. More than 2,000 civilians have reportedly been killed by Russian attacks. In spite of what is a most noble defense of their homeland, Ukrainian resistance is slowly giving ground to the Russian forces, which remain relentless in their cruelty. The whole world round is holding Ukraine in their hearts, offering them prayer, sending them love, food, money, and medical supplies. The attention of all is squarely focused on this nation and the suffering of its people.

And yet, as much as our hearts go out to them and as much as we will all do what we can to thwart Russian aggression—we can’t turn our eyes away from another injustice occurring at the borders of Ukraine. Black refugees are being stopped at border checkpoints, at train stations, at bus stops and are being prevented from continuing their own flights to safer grounds. African natives are running in fear for their lives, like every other refugee fleeing the violence of war in Ukraine. But unlike their white counterparts, they are being denied safe portal to another land simply because of the color of their skin. This is an utter outrage. I understand the deep sympathy and concern for the people of Ukraine. Their plight is fraught with the worst kinds of fear and anxiety, and they need and deserve our love, our prayers, our support, our alliance, our calls for peace and reconciliation. But our sympathy for them cannot ignore nor rationalize the blatant racism unfolding at their border.

suspicious, too. When she went to enter the deposit request in the system, a mysterious “alert” popped up, prompting her to raise a few eyebrows about the transaction. That’s when she notified her boss that Coogler was attempting to rob the bank, and police swiftly arrived on the scene. Officers placed Coogler and two of his associates, who were waiting outside in an SUV, in handcuffs, but the trio wasn’t detained for long after authorities quickly realized who they had arrested.

"We deeply regret that this incident occurred. It should have never happened and we have apologized to Mr. Coogler," a statement from Bank of America says. The movie director has been in Atlanta, over the last few months, filming for the highly-anticipated sequel to Black Panther, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, which is slated to hit theaters on Nov. 11, 2022. Watch the video here: youtube. com/watch?v=0YDewGNL_F8

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Transitional Kindergarten Open Enrollment Fair on March 19, 2022 The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is hosting a Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Open Enrollment Fair on Saturday, March 19, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at Jones Elementary School, 700 North F Street in San Bernardino. Children who will turn 5 years old between September 2, 2022, and February 2, 2023, are eligible for transitional kindergarten. TK is an opportunity for students not old enough for kindergarten to access a quality, free education that can help them: Build positive relationships with teachers and peers Become confident learners Develop socially and emotionally Build a strong foundation

for school success To enroll your child in TK for the 2022–2023 school year, bring the following documents to the March 19 enrollment fair or to your local SBCUSD elementary school: Child’s birth verification (i.e. birth certificate, hospital certificate, baptismal certificate) Child’s immunization record Parent/g uardian photo identif ication Address verification (i.e. utility bill lease/rental agreement, or affidavit from landlord) For more information about transitional kindergarten or enrolling in TK or kindergarten for the 2022–2023 school year, call Enrollment and Placement Services at (909) 889-7576.

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San Bernardino County, CA. - San Bernardino County Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. is ecstatic to see that TopGolf has opened in San Bernardino County. TopGolf had its grand opening on March 11th, 2022, in the city of Ontario. TopGolf is an outstanding entertainment asset for all ages and its existence will assist in keeping our county’s Regional Park’s system stronger due to the revenue it shall receive here in San Bernardino County. “I am happy to see that an international entertainment group, such as TopGolf has opened its first Southern California location right

here in San Bernardino County. This location will create hundreds of sector jobs and the annual revenue to our County Regional Parks will be approximately $625,000. This location is an opportunity for families and businesses in our county and across our region recreationally. So many jobs in our county have been created due to the opening of TopGolf and it will attract people from all over the state to come and visit. I am looking forward to seeing families golf here and hope everyone has a great time.” -Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr.

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COVID Long Haulers: Long Term Health Issues Caused by COVID World/Local /Health News

COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, has sickened hundreds of thousands and killed large numbers of people worldwide. There are also several long-term effects of COVID. It is largely regarded as lifethreatening for its effects on the lungs. COVID-19 can also cause heart damage, even in people without underlying heart problems. Coronavi r uses cause respiratory infections, so the lungs are usually impacted first. Early symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. These emerge as soon as two days, or as long as 14 days, after exposure to the virus. Damage can also emerge in other body parts, particularly d u r i n g s e ve r e i l l n e s s . How Does COV I D -19 Affect the Lu ngs? As with other coronavirus illnesses — including SARS, MERS, and the common cold — COVID-19 is a respiratory illness. The lungs

are usually impacted first. Early symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. These materialize as soon as two days, or as long as 14 days, after exposure to the virus. What Other Organs Are Affected by COVID-19? The lungs are the primary organs impacted by COVID-19. But in severe circumstances, the rest of the body can also be affected. Harm to the organs isn’t always directly driven by the infection but can result from the body’s response to infection. Stomach and Intestines Some individuals with COVID-19 have reported gastrointestinal symptoms, such as queasiness or diarrhea. However, these symptoms are much less common than issues with the lungs. W hile coronavi r uses seem to have an easier time penetrating the body through the lungs, the intestines aren’t out of reach for these viruses. Early studies pinpointed

Protecting Kids from COVID-19 Protects Us All By, Dr. Oliver Brooks, pediatrician and CMO, Watts HealthCare

As California moves into the next phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, children remain a key component to the state’s SMARTER plan and keeping our communities safe and healthy going forward. Children’s exposure to the virus in schools, social events, and in family settings puts them, their loved ones and communities at greater risk for infection, making their vaccination more important than ever. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), vaccination rates for children have dropped sharply since earlier the pandemic. The decline has continued as vaccines have now been made available for children and youth 5-17. Recent CDC data shows that, nationally, approximately 9.1 million U.S. children ages 5-11 have received one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, which is only 32 percent of the age group. In California, the number is even lower at just 19 percent. To bring it closer to home, Black and African American children in California are the second most likely to die from the virus among Californian’s younger than 18,

with 1.2 deaths per 100,000 Black and African American children. It is important to remember that children remain susceptible. More than 700,000 children and adolescents in California have been infected with COVID-19. There have been more than 6,500 pediatric hospitalizations in our state since July of last year, and we have lost too many young lives since the start of the pandemic. Vaccinations protect kids from the most dangerous impacts of COVID-19, like hospitalization. Lagging vaccination rates for school-age children means that not only are children at risk for infection, but so are teachers and other school staff, and their families. We have a long way to go, nationally and in California; and the journey will be only longer if we do not get more of our children fully vaccinated. Low vaccination rates are a signal of access issues in Black and African American communities. Examples of access issues include lacking transportation to get to an appointment, internet to schedule a vaccination appointment, or not having a primary care physician. California has taken steps to start to address these barriers to vaccination. By making your appointment on the state’s vaccine portal by visiting MyTurn.ca.gov or calling 1-833-422-4255 and continued in next 2 columns

the viruses that cause SARS and MERS in intestinal tissue biopsies and stool samples. Heart and Blood Vessels COVID-19 can also impact the heart and blood vessels. COVID-19 may cause irregular heart rhythms, not enough blood getting to the tissues, or blood pressure low enough that it needs prescriptions. So far, though, it’s indefinite how the virus directly harms the heart. There are indications that COVID-19 may cause the blood to clot more easily. It’s not evident how much this plays in the severity of the disease, but clots could boost the risk of a stroke or heart attack. Immune System The body’s immune system reacts by assailing the alien virus or bacteria with any infection. While this immune reaction can alleviate the body of the disease, it can also sometimes cause collateral injury in the body. This can come in the form of an extreme inflammatory reaction, sometimes dubbed a

“cytokine storm.” The immune cells create cytokines to battle infection, but if too many are fired, it can cause issues in the body. Additional Vir uses Not only COVID-19 but other respiratory infections, like inf luenza and SARS, can exacerbate existing cardiovascular disease and cause new heart problems in otherwise healthy individuals. More people die of heart problems than respiratory i s s ue s l i ke p ne u mon ia during most f lu epidemics. How Vir uses May Cause Hea r t Damage There are many reasons viruses, like the flu virus or SARS-CoV-2, can become fatal. Three typical reasons are: Coinfection with another germ. Respiratory collapse when the illness fatigues the lungs. A “cytokine storm” caused by an overwhelming immune system response to the infection. What Is the Bottom Line? Generally deemed a hazard to the lungs, COVID-19 also introduces a substantial threat to heart health. Although individuals with current heart conditions have a more significant risk, a small percentage of individuals with no preexisting heart problems also encountered heart damage from COVID-19. Specialists say it’s essential for those with cardiovascular disease to be separated from individuals with COVID-19 symptoms and to stay current with vaccinations for influenza and pneumonia.

Protecting Kids from COVID-19 Protects Us All... continued indicating you need help with transportation, the state will call you to arrange an in-home visit or transportation when available. Local pharmacies and community-based clinics are also great resources to get vaccinated near where you live or work. Fears about vaccine safety are also a factor, with some parents expressing concern that COVID-19 vaccines may harm their child. The COVID-19 vaccines had to undergo rigorous testing and clinical trials to be approved for use, and all tests have deemed the vaccines are safe for children. Children being vaccinated against COVID-19 is essential for public and population health. However, it is also important for their physical and mental health according to the American

Academy of Pediatrics. Children thrive when they can socialize with their peers as part of their overall health. Being fully vaccinated ensures they can stay healthy for school and play. For more about COVID-19, including guidance on masking and testing, visit covid19.ca.gov. You should also visit covid19. ca.gov or the CDC.gov more timely, accurate information about the pandemic. To schedule an appointment for a vaccination or a booster, visit MyTurn. ca.gov, or call 1-833-422-4255. The next phase of COVID-19 is here for California. By increasing vaccination rates among children and their families, we will help protect them and the entire community from COVID-19 infections.

CLA Analysis Of The Skilled Nursing Industry Shows Ongoing Economic Crisis Threatening Seniors’ Access to Care World /Health News The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) released a new analysis produced by CLA (CliftonAllenLarson LLP) on the state of the skilled nursing facility (SNF) industry. The report confirms that increasing costs due to labor shortages and inflation, combined with a sluggish recovery of new incoming patients, are adding to the financial strain on our nation’s long term care providers.

This comes after two years of dedicating extensive resources to protect seniors and staff from COVID-19 along with decades of chronic Medicaid underfunding. When nursing homes struggle to stay afloat, seniors’ access to care is threatened. Key findings from the CLA report include: Wage rate increases for nurses at continued in next 2 columns

CLA Analysis Of The Skilled Nursing Industry Shows Ongoing Economic Crisis Threatening Seniors’ Access to Care...continued all levels have doubled from 2020 to 2021, and rates for contracted and agency nurses are on average two to three times higher than they were prior to the pandemic. Negative operating margins are projected for the average nursing home in 2022, even under the best-case scenario. The median operating margin is expected to be negative 4.8 percent with a median occupancy of 77.3 percent. Risk of facility closures is growing, with 32 to 40 percent of residents currently living in facilities that are projected to be financially “at risk.” That’s more than 400,000 residents at risk of displacement if Medicaid and Medicare funding to nursing homes is cut this year. AHCA/NCAL held a virtual press conference to highlight the findings from the report featuring insights and analysis from Mark Parkinson, president and CEO of AHCA/NCAL, Deb Emerson, a principal of CLA, and Nate Schema, president and CEO of Good Samaritan Society. During the press conference, the experts talked to the importance of policymakers having a fully comprehensive view of the sector when determining issues relating to funding and resources. Nate Schema said: “It is critical that policymakers consider the whole picture and look at the totality of the impact that the pandemic has had over two years so that we may carve a new path forward. We owe it to our nation’s seniors, their families and our frontline caregivers who have heroically served these past couple of years.” The findings from the report and

the subsequent press conference have been covered by several national, trade and local outlets over the past few weeks, including Associated Press, Bloomberg Law, McKnight’s Long-Term Care News, McKnight’s Senior Living, Skilled Nursing News, Modern Healthcare, The Highland County Press, Dakota News Now, Kenosha News and Phoenix Magazine. AHCA/NCAL also recently sent a letter to Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), to request meetings with the White House, HHS and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to discuss ways the Administration and the nursing home profession can work collaboratively to address major challenges and make ongoing improvements. Last year, AHCA and LeadingAge released a comprehensive proposal for reform in the Care For Our Seniors Act as a guide for how policymakers can help transform and invest in America’s nursing homes. Without support from federal and state lawmakers as well as the public health sector, more nursing homes will close and meaningful reform of the industry will not be possible. The Biden administration must consider a holistic view of the long term care industry when issuing reimbursement and regulatory policy—not make decisions in silos. We must come together to implement the solutions needed to help facilities continue providing high quality care for America’s seniors.

“Know That There Is Hope” a FREE 4-Part Seizure Support Series Launches World /Health News Upland, CA, March 15, 2022T h e L eg a c y Br id ge s Foundation, Inc. (LBF) is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit public benefit corporation founded to support individuals and families who suffer from epilepsy and other seizure related disorders. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, "epilepsy affects 1 out of every 26 individuals; 3.4 million people nationwide, more than 65 million globally, and 150,000 new cases are diagnosed in the United States each year." LBF in partnership with

Wellness Coach Keon Bussey of XXX Fitness and Life Empowerment, LLC., to host a FREE virtual 4-part series titled, “Know That There Is Hope.” “This powerful series is for anyone who has been struggling with a recent life change, medical condition, obstacle or roadblock. Feeling as though they have nothing left to give and are running on empty. Join us as we tackle some of life's challenges in a safe and encouraging, nurturing and informative space,” said Executive continued on page 8

2020 Census Called ‘Worse Undercount’ in Decades as Bureau Misses Millions of Blacks and Hispanics...continued from page 1 tabulations. Bureau experts then compared their answers to the actual census results for those blocks.” Officials claimed that the survey enabled the bureau to estimate how many residents it missed entirely in the 2020 count, how many people were counted twice, and how many people — such as deceased persons or short-term visitors to the United States — were counted mistakenly. Officials began the count after the pandemic shut down operations in April 2020. After other starts and stops, the Trump administration pressured census takers by inexplicably moving up the deadline to finish the count. Trump also attempted to add a citizenship question to the census,

further muddying attempts at an accurate count. Many experts complained that more time was required and called the count unreliable. Some called on then-incoming President Joe Biden to order a recount. “This is the worse census undercount I’ve seen in my 30 years working on census issues,” Arturo Vargas, CEO of the National Association of Latino Elected Officials Education Fund, said during a news conference. “I can’t even find the right word. I’m just upset about the extent of the undercount that has been confirmed by the postenumeration survey,” Vargas said. “This is a major step backward on this.”

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Ukraine, Refugees and Racism By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher, The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint

Our hearts, prayers and support are with the people of Ukraine. No one should suffer such violence and loss in what is supposed to be a civilized global society. We as members of humanity are doing the right thing in providing support for all we can help. But there is also an even greater tragedy occurring which we have seen played out repeatedly in the midst of human suffering and loss. That tragedy is the one of “racism” and we see its presence in the midst of this war. First, the incidents of African students residing in the Ukraine being denied departures even though they have been waiting as long as the Ukrainians. The reason given: Ukraine citizens first. The test of citizenship, the color of the skin of those seeking to leave. The Nigerian mother and her daughter who waited just as long as the White Ukraine mother should not have been denied exit because she was Black. The 1700 Black students in the Ukraine should not be denied exit because they are students or Black, when such tests have not applied to any Ukraines other than the men being required to report for military service between the ages of 18 and 60. Next, we see the President of Ukraine put out a call for military help in terms of manpower to fight the Russians. Would-be fighters from several African countries seek to volunteer as “mercenaries” but are told they must pay $1000.00 and get visas in order to come to the Ukraine. Reason given: the fee is for airfare and visas to neighboring countries since they can't fly directly into the Ukraine. But none of this became an issue until Africans volunteered. As if Africans were not alone, a number of students from India, some in medical school, have

also complained of being denied transportation to make room for “White” Ukrainian citizens when all were waiting equally for transportation. This is racism. It is interesting to see how the European (white) world appears to have no limits on the outpouring of housing, food, clothing, and every need that such refugees are having. This is truly the humanitarian thing to do. But where was the same level of outpouring for the Afghan people when America pulled out or, even closer, how is it that at the Mexican/American border of San Diego, California and Tijuana that Haitians who have been waiting, some as long as two to three years, are still denied refugee status under the same Title 42 used by President Trump to keep people out? It now appears that border officials have some discretionary authority under that very law, which is now being used to admit Ukrainian refugees who have made it to the very same Mexican border where Haitian and other refugees are still waiting to cross. Here is the pattern of racism: in the Ukraine, if you are Black, you are denied exit. At the Mexico/American border, if you are Black, you are denied entrance because the Ukraine refugees can go ahead of you in the line. The common factor in all these cases is the racism of putting white refugees ahead of people of color for no reason other than the color of their skin. Here we sit in America with White Republican lawmakers blocking dollars for Child Tax Credits which will help working families; universal school lunch funding expiring; and the failure to fund so many things needed by the American people seeking to exit the pandemic, but we appear to have funds with no limit for Ukraine. We should help them, but “charity starts at home and then spreads abroad”. If we are going to provide global help, and we should, then let's make sure that we have policies that treat all fairly without making the color of one's skin the determining factor in establishing their humanity. Something to really think about.

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“Know That There Is Hope” a FREE 4-Part Seizure Support Series Launches...continued from page 7 Director Melanee Stovall. “Sometimes in life, things can simply feel overwhelming. Having balance and peace is what helps us to push through and continue forward,” said Wellness Coach Keon Bussey. Hear amazing stories from guest speakers who have overcome traumatic life experiences. In the first series on Thursday, March 31st at 6:30 pm (PST), you will hear from Melanee Stovall, Executor Director of the Legacy Bridges Foundation, Inc. who will share her compelling life changing experience with her own daughter

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OP-ED: Robert F. Smith, Oprah Winfrey, Michael Jordan, Frank Baker and William Pickard Top List of Black Donors to HBCUs By Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., President and CEO, National Newspaper Publishers Association

For decades Black leaders in business, entertainment, education, and other fields have been the main sources of philanthropic donations to HBCUs. Billionaire philanthropist and novelist MacKenzie Scott’s $560 million donation last year to 23 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) made headlines across the country at a time when racial equity has become front-page news. However, for decades Black leaders in business, entertainment, education, and other fields have been the main sources of philanthropic donations to HBCUs. A recent Washington Post story found that Black Americans donate a higher share of their wealth than their white counterparts – to the tune of around $11 billion each year. Given their cultural and educational importance to the Black community, HBCUs are the repository of much of these donations with a number of household names – and some you may not know – making big-dollar contributions to these institutions. Here are some of the most prominent Black philanthropists to donate to HBCUS:

Robert F. Smith – Chairman & CEO, Vista Equity Partners Smith, the billionaire investor behind the software private equity firm Vista Equity Partners, drew widespread praise in May 2019 when he announced that he and his family would pay off the entire student loan debt of the 2019 Morehouse College graduating class of 396 students. Along with paying off the student debt, Smith’s $35 million donation also helped establish the Student Success Program to reduce or eliminate debt for all Morehouse grads. The private equity guru also gave the school an additional $1.5 million to create the Robert Frederick Smith Scholars Program and build a park on campus. As board chair of the Student Freedom Initiative – a plan to provide STEM students at HBCUs with a family-centric, incomecontingent payment alternative to high-cost, fixed-payment debt – Smith pledged $50 million. Smith’s donation jumpstarted

the initiative, which hopes to raise $500 million for the effort and began operations in the fall of 2021 at eleven HBCUs. “Each year, thousands of Black graduates from HBCUs across America enter the workforce with a crushing debt burden that stunts future decisions and prevents opportunities and choices,” Smith said. “The initiative is purposefully built to redress historic economic and social inequities and to offer a sustainable, scalable platform to invest in the education of future Black leaders.” Oprah Winfrey, Television Personality, Philanthropist, Author, Entrepreneur & Actress Most people may know the philanthropic acts of Oprah – who, like Beyoncé, Prince, and Zendaya needs no further introduction – through the infamous “You get a Car!” episode of her talk show, but she is also quietly, one of the biggest donors to HBCUs in the country. In 2019, Oprah donated $13 million to Morehouse College to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Oprah Winfrey Scholars Program at the HBCU. Overall, Oprah has donated at least $25 million to the Atlanta school. “I felt that the very first time I came here,” Oprah said. “The money was an offering to support that in these young men. I understand that African American men are an endangered species. They are so misunderstood. They are so marginalized.” Besides her gift to Morehouse, Oprah also donated $1.5 million to the United Negro College Fund to help pay for scholarships for Black students and general scholarship funds for 37 private HBCUs. Frank Baker – Founder and Managing Partner of Siris Capital Baker, the founder of private equity firm Siris, along with his wife, interior designer Laura Day Baker, donated $1 million in May 2020 to establish a scholarship fund at Atlanta’s Spelman College, the oldest private historically continued in next 2 columns

OP-ED: Robert F. Smith, Oprah Winfrey, Michael Jordan, Frank Baker and William Pickard Top List of Black Donors to HBCUs...continued Black liberal arts college for women. Initially, the scholarship paid off the existing spring tuition balances of nearly 50 members of Spelman’s 2020 graduating class and the remaining funds are meant to ensure that future high achieving graduating seniors have the financial resources to graduate. “We are all aware of the headwinds that people of color — especially women — face in our country, the challenges of which are made even more apparent by the economic and health impact of the COVID-19 pandemic,” the couple said in a press release. “We believe it is critical that talented women finish college and confidently enter – free of undue financial stress – the initial stage of their professional careers. William F. Pickard – Businessman, Co-owner of Real Times Media Detroit businessman and philanthropist Pickard has a long history of donating to HBCUs across the country. Most recently Pickard and his cousin, Cincinnati businessman Judson W. Pickard Jr., donated $2 million to Morehouse College to create the Pickard Scholars Program. This program will recruit and support Black students from metro Detroit, Flint, greater Cincinnati, and LaGrange, Georgia to attend the Atlanta HBCU. “People have uplifted and helped me grow and I believe in blessing others,” Pickard, whose children attended Morehouse, told the Atlanta Tribune. “Our gifts are given to where we are from and those who have invested in us and who we are.” The Pickard Family Foundation also donated $100,000 to the National Black MBA Association to create the William F. Pickard Business Scholarship Fund. The

fund is open to qualified business student members at several HBCUs who need help financing their education. Michael Jordan – Former NBA Superstar Michael Jordan is arguably the greatest basketball player of all time and is almost single-handedly responsible for transforming the game into the global phenomenon it is today. So, if anybody knows how to make an impact on HBCUs, it would be His Airness. The six-time NBA champion and five-time league MVP, along with Nike’s Jordan Brand, donated $1 million last year to Morehouse College to boost the school’s journalism and sports-related studies program. The donation is meant to bolster a program launched thanks to the donation of another icon, director Spike Lee. “Education is crucial for understanding the Black experience today,” Jordan said in a press release. “We want to help people understand the truth of our past and help tell the stories that will shape our future.” The donation to Morehouse is part of a pledge made by Jordan and his brand in 2020 to donate $100 million over the next ten years to combat racism across the country. The following video link highlights the transformative financial contributions to HBCUs by these African American philanthropists: https://vimeo. com/687271086/670be7a4b6 Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr is President and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and is the Executive Producer/Host of The Chavis Chronicles (TCC) television show broadcast weekly on PBS TV stations throughout the United States.

SBCUSD Offers Support To Families During Spring Break County News

San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) students will be off on Spring Break for two weeks starting March 21 and returning to class on Monday, April 4, 2022. Middle College High School and Inland Career Education Center (ICEC) students have a single week of Spring Break from Monday, March 21 through Friday, March 25. “While we know that Spring Break is a fun time for many students and families as they enjoy a well-earned vacation, we know that for other families it can be a stressful time because without school, students may not know where their next meal is coming from and families may struggle to find daycare,” said Dr. Sandra Rodriguez, assistant superintendent of Student Services. SBCUSD is offering Grab ‘n’ Go Meals on Monday, March 21 at eight distribution sites to help make sure students continue to have nutritious meals during Spring Break. All children up to age 18 can pick up 10 days worth of breakfast and lunch between 9 and 11 a.m. at the following locations: Arroyo Valley High, Cajon High, Del Vallejo Middle School, Indian Springs High, Muscoy Elementary, Richardson

SBCUSD Spring Grab 'n' Go Meal Distribution Locations PREP HI, San Bernardino High, and San Gorgonio High. CAPS Expanded Learning, SBCUSD’s after-school program, is offering CAPS Splash into Spring Break. The intersession program offers academic enrichment and physical activity opportunities to elementary and middle school students from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday during Spring Break. The program is offered at 19 school sites. “We’re proud to be able to offer this opportunity to students who may need extra support or just a safe place to stay during the day,” said CAPS Director Ann Pearson. SBCUSD is providing every student in kindergarten through 12th grade with an at-home COVID test this week. Families are encouraged to test students for COVID before returning to school after the break to help reduce the spread of COVID in our schools.