WSSNews Vol 39 | No. 17

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From Mess to Ministry: Dr. La Shawn Denise Witt Opens Up About Healing, Faith, and Her New Memoir

By Naomi K. Bonman WSSNews Editor

DR. LA SHAWN DENISE WITT

When Dr. La Shawn De- nise Witt decided to pen her debut memoir, The D.I.V.A. Herself: Survived My Mess, she didn't just write a book she answered a divine call. Known as The Global Strategist™, Dr. Witt has long been a voice of em- powerment for women, but this time, she's using her own voice to show what it truly means to rise from the ashes.

In a candid conversation, Dr. Witt opened up about what led her to release such a vulnerable body of work and how she hopes it em- powers other women navi- gating trauma, grief, and the heavy silence that often fol- lows pain.

"The defining moment came when I realized that I was bleeding silently while helping others heal," she shared. "God whispered, 'Your mess is your ministry.' That broke me but it also freed me."

Dr. Witt's transparency is what makes The D.I.V.A. Herself stand apart. Re- claiming a word often asso- ciated with glamor and ego, she redefines D.I.V.A. as Divinely Inspired, Victori- ously Anointed a powerful mantra for women who have survived the fire without al- lowing it to consume them. Throughout the book, she confronts universal yet deeply personal battles: feelings of unworthiness, seeking validation in toxic spaces, and the long road to mental and emotional heal- ing. She admits that these struggles deeply shaped her relationships and identity- until she decided to rewrite the narrative.

"I found myself shrinking in relationships, over-giv- ing, and compromising my boundaries just to feel seen," Dr. Witt recalled. "It wasn't. until I confronted those pat- terns that I began reclaiming my voice,"

Now, she stands as an ad- vocate for what she calls "holy healing," encouraging women especially women of color to embrace thera- py, faith, and truth-telling as essential tools for survival.

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THURSDAY, JULY 17, 2025

San Bernardino Native Jayden Daniels Hosts First Annual Community Day at Cajon High School

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NFL quarterback and San Ber- nardino native Jayden Daniels re- turned to his hometown in a big way, hosting the First Annual Jayden Daniels Foundation Com- munity Day at Cajon High School from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday. The event, held on the football field of Jayden Daniels Stadium, brought together fami- lies, children, and community partners for a morning of fun, connection, and inspiration.

The event was sponsored by the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD), the San Bernardino Police Depart- ment, the County of San Ber- nardino, and Fifth District Super- visor Joe Baca. Baca was on sight passing out backpacks along with SBCUSD Board Members Felicia Cousar Alexander and Danny Tillman. Adding to the buzz, NFL Films and Netflix were on-site capturing footage for a future fea- ture, highlighting Daniels' journey and the impact of his foundation.

Over 43 vendor booths lined the field, providing free resources, giveaways, and information for families. Children received back- packs, school supplies, sports gear, and more. Attendance re- quired pre-registration, and antici- pation was high leading up to the event.

No one showed more excitement than Emma Levario, an incoming 5th grader at Lugonia Elementary School in Redlands. Emma and her family-mom Michelle, dad Bert, and cousin Isaiah arrived at 8:00 AM, two full hours before the gates opened. "It's a family thing for us," said Bert. “Emma loves football and was so excited to hopefully see Jayden. She even plays for the NFL Flag I.E. Ra- vens!"

Daniels, the Washington Com- manders' star rookie quarterback, spent the morning interacting with kids, signing autographs, and handing out prizes. One lucky stu- dent took home an iPad after cor- rectly answering a trivia question about Daniels' first rookie-year touchdown.

Jayden Daniels, who played high school football at Cajon and went on to star at LSU before be- ing drafted into the NFL, was vis- ibly moved by the support of his hometown.

"This is where it all started for By Angela Coggs me," Daniels said. "San Bernardi- no made me who I am. Giving back to this community, especial- ly the kids, means everything. I want them to know they're seen, they're supported, and that their dreams are possible."

Families enjoyed food, games, music, and one-on-one moments with local heroes and community leaders. The Community Day is expected to become an annual tra- dition, reinforcing the mission of the Jayden Daniels Foundation: to uplift youth through sports, edu- cation, and mentorship.

With this inaugural event, Jayden Daniels proved that while his arm may take him far on the football field, his heart remains right at home in San Bernardino.

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Should Black Americans Protest Mass Deportations?

The mass immigration raids across Los Angeles County last month were the spark for protests and demonstrations across the region. The area is home to the second-most undocumented migrants in the coun- try and thousands of demonstrators filled the streets outside of the federal building in downtown Los An- geles to condemn the actions of the Trump administra- tion and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

In response to the demonstrations, local police doused protesters with tear gas and flash-bang grenades. When protesters hurled projectiles and fireworks back at po- lice and their vehicles, President Donald Trump de- ployed over 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Ma- rines to the city. Images and video depicting the more aggressive response from reinforcements prompted an online debate over whether or not Black Americans should sit these protests out. The viral criticism was swift, and some responding with the argument that im- migration enforcement wasn't a "Black issue."

On social media, one user wrote, "Black people be warned. Go home. This is not your battle to fight." The comment, which focused on the threat of violence against protestors, was shared thousands of times across social media and eventually amassed millions of views.

Lurie Daniel Favors, activist, attorney and author, echoed these sentiments on a YouTube Live which drew 25,000 viewers shortly after Trump's reinforce- ments came in.

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Mosquitoes in Colton Test Positive for West Nile virus

COLTON, CA--- Mos- quitoes collected in the city of Colton have tested positive for West Nile virus. This is the first collection of mos- quitoes that have tested positive in 2025 within the area served by the Environmental Health Services Mosquito and Vector Control Program (MVCP). MVCP is tak- ing steps to eliminate mosquito breeding haz- ards.

"West Nile virus can cause a serious illness in humans; therefore, I urge residents to take precau- tions to protect them- selves against mosquito bites," said San Bernardi- no County Health Officer Sharon Wang, D.O. People bitten by an in- fected mosquito may de- velop West Nile fever and experience flu-like symp- toms, which may include fever, body aches, skin rash and fatigue. In some people, West Nile fever can develop into a more serious form of the dis- ease such as brain dam- age, permanent muscle weakness and even death.

If you have been bitten by a mosquito and are experiencing these symptoms, contact your medical care provider.

Residents can protect themselves from West Nile virus by following these tips:

• Drain or dump - Re- move all standing water around your property where mosquitoes can lay eggs such as birdbaths, green swimming pools, ponds, old tires, buck- ets, flower pots, clogged gutters and puddles from leaky sprinklers.

Dress appropriately when outdoors Wear socks, shoes, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts that are loose fitting and light colored.

Apply insect repellent Check that your insect repellent contains DEET, Picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus and apply it according to the manufacturer's directions.

⚫ Doors Make sure doors and windows have tight-fitting screens. Re- pair or replace screens that have tears or holes to prevent mosquitoes from entering your home.

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CLASSIFIED / LEGAL SECTION of Business: SAN BER- NARDINO. Number of Employees (Optional):0. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Name of Individual Registrant: DELMY L MARAVILLA. Registrant commenced to transact business: APR 07, 2025. By signing, I declares all information in this state- ment is true and correct. Signature: /s/ DELMY L MARAVILLA. Date: 04/07/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 04/-7/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original state- ment on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP- UTY

SAN/K4616 NOTICE IN ACCOR

DANCE WITH SUBDIVI- SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS 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 FORTH

IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI NESS NAME STATE- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRA- TION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IN VIOLA- TION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). Original Run Dates: 6-5, 6-12, 6-19, 6-26-2025. WSS# 25-036-B

Run Dates: 6/12, 6/19, 6-26, 7/3/25

WSS#: 25-J010

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: SUSANA FALCON CASE NUMBER: PRO- VA2500463

ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY: JAZMIN LIZAMA, 1506 N. ARROWHEAD AVE, SAN BERNARDINO CA 92405 TEL: (909) 449-8695 ATTORNEY FOR: PETI- TIONER, JAZMIN LIZA- MA

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STREET ADDRESS: 17780 ARROW BLVD., MAIL- ING ADDRESS: 17780 AR- ROW BLVD., FONTANA, CA 92335. BRANCH NAME: FONTANA

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent credi- tors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of (specify all names by which the decedent was known): SUSANA FALCON, A Pe- tition for Probate has been filed by JAZMIN LIZAMA in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. The Peti- tion for Probate requests that JAZMIN LIZAMA be appointed as personal rep- resentative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests author- ity to administer the estate under the Independent Ad- ministration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representa- tive to take many actions. without obtaining court approval. Before taking cer- tain very important actions, however, the personal rep- resentative 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 PE- TITION WILL BE HELD IN THIS COURT AS FOL- LOWS:

FOLLOWS:

THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATE- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRA- TION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IN VIOLA- TION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). Original Run Dates: 6-26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/25 WSS# 25-J012

COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, THENCE SOUTH 89° 52" EAST 470.98 FEET ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 16 TO A POINT IN THE CEN TER LINE OF AN 80.0 FEET STATE HIGHWAY, THENCE SOUTH 37° 05", WEST 23.38 FEET ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID STATE HIGHWAY; THENCE AT RIGHT ANGLES SOUTH 52° 55", EAST 40.0 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING ON THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID STATE HIGH WAY, THENCE FROM THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING SOUTH 41° 25" 30 EAST 257.42 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 37° 05" WEST 175.0 FEET; THENCE NORTH 45° 53"

WEST 254.15 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SAID SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF THE STATE HIGH WAY; THENCE NORTH 37° 05" EAST 195.0 FEET ALONG THE SAID SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF THE STATE HIGHWAY TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING.

APN# 0311-411-03-0-000 More commonly known as 42193 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake, CA

Terms of the sale are cash in lawful money of the United States on confirmation of sale, or part cash and bal- ance upon such terms and conditions as are acceptable to the personal representa- tive

The lessor of one percent (1%) of amount bid or $15,000.00 to be deposited with bid. Bids or offers to be in writing and will be received at the aforesaid office at any time after the first publication hereof and before date of sale.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

FBN20250004872. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GREEN- WOOD BAIL BONDS, 115 S. WATERMAN AV- ENUE, SAN BERNARDI NO CA 92408. Business Mailing Address: 115 S. WATERMAN AVENUE, SAN BERNARDINO CA 92408. Number of Employ- ees (Optional): N/A. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Name of INDIVIDUAL: RIKKE V. JOHNSON. Registrant commenced to transact business: 01/01/1992. By signing, I declare all infor- mation in this statement is true and correct. Signature: /s/ RIKKE V. JOHNSON. Printed Title of Person Signing: INDIVIDUAL. Date: N/A. This statement. was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 05/29/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original state- ment on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP- UTY

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

FBN20250004574. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ABC LEGACY SALON, 3694 E. HIGHLAND AVE, STE 22, SAN BERNARDINO CA 92346. Business Mailing Address: 3694 E. HIGH- LAND AVE, STE 22, SAN BERNARDINO CA 92346. Number of Employees (Optional): N/A. This busi- ness is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Name of INDIVIDUAL: CORIN- THIAN BUFFINGTON. Registrant commenced to transact business: 01/01/1992. By signing, I declare all information in this statement is true and correct. Signature: /s/ CORINTHIAN BUFFING- TON. Printed Title of Per- son Signing: INDIVIDU- AL. Date: 04/10/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 05/16/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP-

SAN/J6733

NOTICE - IN ACCOR- DANCE WITH SUBDIVI SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS 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 FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATE- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRA- TION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IN VIOLA- TION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., FBN20250004498. The BUSINESS AND PROFES- following person(s) is (are) SIONS CODE). doing business as: LALA'S Original Run Dates: 6/12, HAIR SALON, 11683 6/19, 6-26, 7/3/25 WSS# 25-J009

Dated: June 11, 2025 Diana Welsch & Kristopher Wyrick Personal Representatives of NOTICE the Estate Byron D. Groves, Attorney(s) at Law: PO Box 5057 Sugarloaf, CA 92386 6/12, 6/19, 6-26/25 WSS2025-J007

UTY

SAN/K4872

IN ACCOR- DANCE WITH SUBDIVI- SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS 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 FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATE- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRA- TION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IN VIOLA- TION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). Original Run Dates: 6/12, 6/19, 6-26, 7/3/25 WSS# 25-J008

Date: JUNE 16, 2025 Time: 9:00 A.M. Dept: F2 The address of the court is the same as noted above. 17780 ARROW BOULE- VARD, FONTANA, CA 92335. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a credi- tor or a contingent creditor. of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative ap- pointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a gen- eral personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or per- sonal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California stat- utes and legal authority may affect your rights as a credi- tor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowl- edgeable 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 as sets or of any petition or account as provided in Pro- bate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. ATTORNY FOR PETITIONER: JAZ- MIN LIZAMA, 1506 N. ARROWHEAD AVE, SAN BERNARDINO CA 92405 TEL: (909) 449-8695

CORRECTED RUN FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

FBN20250002990. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ZO MO- TORS USA, 10271 Almond Ave, Fontana CA 91776. Business Mailing Address: 10271 Almond Ave, Fon- tana CA 91776. Number of Employees (Optional):20. This business is conducted by: An LLC. Name of LLC: ZO MOTORS USA LLC, 10271 Almond Ave, Fon- tana CA 91776. Registrant commenced to transact business: N/A. By sign- ing, I declare all informa- tion in this statement is true and correct. Signature: /s/ JEROEN JOOST DE VRIES. Printed Title of Person Signing: CEO. Date: 03/24/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 03/24/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original state- ment on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP- UTY SAN/K5079

NOTICE IN ACCOR DANCE WITH SUBDIVI SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS 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 FORTH

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

CHERRY AVE F7, FON- TANA CA 92337. Business Mailing Address: 11936

Notice of Sale of Real Prop- WOODBRIDGE DR., erty at Private Sale Case # PROSB2200513

FONTANA CA, 92337. Number of Employees:3. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Name of INDIVIDUAL: JOSE L. NAVA. Regis- trant commenced to transact business: 05/14/2025. By signing, I declare all infor- mation in this statement is true and correct. Signature: /s/ JOSE L. NAVA. Print- ed Title of Person Sign- ing: MANAGER. Date: 05/14/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 05/16/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original state- ment on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP-

In the Superior Court of California, for the County of San Bernardino In the matter of the Estate of Robert Grant Wyrick, deceased Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell at Private sale to the highest and best bidder, subject to confirmation of said Superi- or Court, on or after the 30th day of June, 2025 at the office of Byron Groves, 625 Kern, Sugarloaf, CA 92386 all the right, title and interest of said deceased at the time of death and all the right, title and interest the estate has acquired in addi- tion to that of said deceased in and to all the certain real property situated in the city of Big Bear Lake County of San Bernardino, State of California, particularly described as follows: ALL THAT PORTION OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWNO. HIP 2 NORTH, RANGE EAST, SAN BERNARDI NO BASE AND MERID- IAN, ACCORDING TO GOVERNMENT SURVEY IN SAID COUNTY AND STATE, DESCRIBED AS UTY

SAN/J6733 NOTICE IN ACCOR- DANCE WITH SUBDIVI- SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS 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 CORRECTED RUN - FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

FBN20250003426. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MARA- VILLA EXPRESS, 3936 PHELAN RD UNIT B-11., PHELAN, CA 92371. Busi- ness Mailing Address: 7741 DEL ROSA AVE., SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410. County of Principal Place

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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 FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATE- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRA- TION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IN VIOLA- TION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). Original Run Dates: 6-26, 7-3, 7-10, 7-17-2025 WSS# 25-J007

IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATE- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRA- TION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IN VIOLA- TION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). Original Run Dates: 6-19, 6-26, 7-3, 7-10-2025 WSS# 25-J003

CA 92373. Business Mail- ing Address: 123 CAJON STREET, REDLANDS CA 92373. County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO. Number of Employees (Optional): N/A. This business is conduct- ed by: A LIMITED LI- ABILITY COMPANY. AI# 202117610944. Regis- trant commenced to transact business: APR 07, 2025. By signing, I declare all infor- mation in this statement is true and correct. Signature: /s/ DELMY L MARAVIL LA. Date: 06/30/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 06/30/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

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CORRECTED RUN FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

FBN20250002419. The following person(s) is(are) doing business as: UNITY THRIFT STORE, 3310 N G Street, San Bernardino, CA 92405. Business Mail ing Address: 3310 N G Street, San Bernardino, CA 92405. County of SAN BERNARDINO. Principal Place of Business: 3310 N G Street, San Bernardino, CA 92405. Number of Em- ployees (Optional): N/A. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION AI # 4202194. Name of CORPORATION: CRAFT- ING HOPE INTERNA- TIONAL, 1907 Vista Del Oro, Fullerton CA, 92831. Registrant commenced to transact business: FEB 13, 2025. By signing, I de- clares all information in this statement is true and correct. Signature: /s/ TINA SOEDJAK. Printed Title of Person Signing: CFO. Date: 03/10/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 03/10/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original state- ment on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP UTY SAN/J9676 NOTICE IN ACCOR DANCE WITH SUBDIVI- SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS 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 FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATE- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRA- TION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IN VIOLA- TION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). Original Run Dates: 6-19, 6-26, 7-3, 7-10-2025. WSS# 25-J002

SAN/K5932

NOTICE IN ACCOR- DANCE WITH SUBDIVI SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS 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 FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATE- MENT MUST BE FILED

BEFORE THE EXPIRA- TION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IN VIOLA TION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE).

CORRECTED RUN - FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT:

FBN20250003910. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RIALTO PRINTING COMPANY, 237 WEST FOOTHILL BLVD., RIALTO, CA 92376. Business Mailing Address: 11161 MORN- INGSTAR PLACE, LOMA LINDA, CA 92354. County of Principal Place of Busi- ness: SAN BERNARDI- NO. Number of Employees (Optional): 1. This busi- ness is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. Name of Individual Registrant: AKI- ROFIO OTUBUAH. Regis- trant commenced to transact business: APR 23, 2025. By signing, I declares all infor- mation in this statement is true and correct. Signature: /s/ AKROFI O OTUBUAH. Printed Title of Person. Signing: OWNER. Date: 04/24/2025. This statement

Original Run Dates: 7-3, was filed with the County 7-10, 7-17, 7-25-25. WSS# 25-J010

Clerk of San Bernardino on 04/24/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct CORRECTED RUN copy of the original state- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ment on file in my office. NAME STATEMENT: COUNTY CLERK DEP- UTY

FBN20250004280. The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CAL- VARY'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORGA- NIZATION, 4434 Brook- field Street, San Bernardi- no, CA 92407. Business Mailing Address: P.O. Box 90176, San Bernardino, CA 92427. Number of Em- ployees (Optional):N/A. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION AI # 1788198. Name of CORPORATION: CAL-

VARY'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORGA- NIZATION, 4434 Brook- field Street, San Bernardi- no, CA 92407. Registrant commenced to transact business: 07/06/1996. By signing, I declare all in- formation in this statement is true and correct. Signa- ture: /s/ MARGARET L. SMITH. Printed Title of Person Signing: CFO. Date: 05/05/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 05/05/2025. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original state- ment on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP UTY SAN/J6733 NOTICE IN ACCOR- DANCE WITH SUBDIVI-

SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES

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NOTICE IN ACCOR DANCE WITH SUBDIVI- SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS 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 FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATE- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRA- TION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS IN VIOLA- TION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). Original Run Dates: 6-5, 6-12, 6-19, 6-26-2025. WSS#25-043

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: FBN20250006036. The fol- lowing person(s) is (are) do- ing business as: THE FOX EVENT CENTER, 123 CA- JON STREET, REDLANDS

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BBOP & Entrepreneur High School Honor Inland Empire Entrepreneurs

SAN BERNARDINO, CA - The future of business in the Inland Empire depends on the success of small businesses and access to vital resources such as capi- tal, technology, networks, and information. The BBOP Center, in partnership with Entrepreneur High School, proudly announces the inaugural State of the Inland Empire Entrepreneurship Address & Awards taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Entrepreneur High School in Highland, CA.

This event will spotlight entrepreneurs and lead- ers who have driven innovation throughout the In- land Empire, often without recognition. These local

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Mosquitoes in Colton Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Property owners with pools/spas must keep them clean to prevent mosquitoes from breeding. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in unmaintained green pools and can fly up to 20 miles, potentially trans- mitting the virus and impacting entire neighborhoods. As birds are susceptible to West Nile virus, any dead birds (e.g. crows, jays, magpies, ravens, sparrows, finches or raptors) found in local areas should be reported to assist in monitor- ing for the virus.

To learn more about West Nile virus or to report a dead bird, please visit west- nile.ca.gov. For more information or to report a green pool or mosquito breed- ing source, contact the San Bernardino County Department of Public Health Environmental Health Services at 800- 442-2283 or visit our website.

changemakers have taken bold risks, overcome chal- lenges, created jobs, and contributed significantly to the region's resilient economy.

The Address will offer a transparent look at the re- gion's entrepreneurial landscape, celebrating achievements while addressing challenges founders continue to face. Central to this progress are commu- nity leaders, business owners, investors, policymak- ers, and public officials who have supported economic growth in the Inland Empire.

BBOP provides access to capital, information, net- works, technology, and a dedicated space for entre- preneurs to build, grow, and scale their ventures. Our

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In the spirit of Teddy Roosevelt, BBOP embraces the belief that "Entrepreneurship starts where you are. Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." This event aims to ignite that mindset, honoring those leading the way and ensuring the Inland Empire re- mains fertile ground for the next generation of entre- preneurs.

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Gov. Newsom Honors Lives Lost in Fires; Presents Plan to Move Forward

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By Solomon O. Smith | California Black Media On the six-month anniversary of the devastating Eaton Canyon and Palisades fires, Gov. Gavin New- som, alongside local leaders and elected officials, an- nounced a recovery plan and commemorated those lost during the tragedies.

"Altadena in particular is a special community. In Altadena the average life lost was 77 years old -- great grandparents, not just grandparents," said Newsom. "I hope it puts in perspective how blessed we are. And I hope it also puts in perspective how blessed ... we are to be here."

The announcement was held at Pasadena City Col- lege where officials updated the public on the status of the recovery and gave a blueprint for what happens

Newsom commented on the "record breaking" speed of the cleanup, reporting it 96% complete. Newsom has also issued 23 executive orders to ac- celerate recovery efforts in fire-affected communities and approved a $2.5 billion relief package. He also secured additional funds from FEMA and the Small Business Administration totaling $3 billion.

Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo spoke about the dev- astation his community endured during the Eaton Fire, which claimed 17 lives. When combined with the Pal- isades Fire, the total death toll rose to more than 30.

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California Legislature Advances Bill to Raise Pay for Inmate Firefighters

By Bo Tefu | California Black Media

The California Legislature is moving forward with a bill to increase wages for incarcerated firefighters who work on the front lines of the state's wildfire battles.

The Senate Public Safety Committee voted July 8 to approve Assembly Bill (AB) 247, authored by As- semblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Los Angeles). The bill would raise hourly pay for inmate firefighters assigned to active fires from roughly $1per hour to the federal minimum wage of $7.25.

Bryan described the long and difficult shifts these in- mates work, especially during the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, some lasting up to 48 hours.

"AB 247 will ensure that incarcerated people on the front line of fire disasters receive fair compensation for their invaluable service during devastating fires," Bryan said in a bill analysis.

Inmate firefighter Isaiah Nazari, who served in a conservation camp, sent a letter read to the committee noting the disparity in pay compared to professional firefighters. "All lives have value, regardless of incar- ceration status," he wrote.

The California State Sheriffs' Association opposed the bill, citing concerns about increased costs to coun- ties and noting inmates receive sentence reductions for time served in camps. Sen. Kelly Seyarto (R- Mur- rieta), a retired firefighter, supported the pay increase but warned that funding will be necessary to maintain program participation.

The bill initially proposed a $19 hourly wage but CR was lowered during negotiations. It now heads to the Senate Appropriations Committee for further consid- eration.

At the same hearing, the committee also passed As- sembly Bill 938, which would expand state law allow- ing victims of human trafficking, intimate partner vio- lence, or sexual violence to ask courts to vacate certain convictions. The expansion would include some vio-

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California Is Fighting Back: State Leaders and Community Activists Resist Stepped-Up Immigration Raids said Bass.

By Charlene Muhammad California Black Media Elected officials and grassroots organization leaders are speaking out against recent federal immigration raids they are calling "immoral," and pledging their support for immigrants impacted by the intensified enforcement efforts in Los Angeles and across Cali- fornia.

On July 7, approximately 90 armed federal agents, National Guard troops and Border Patrol officers swarmed MacArthur Park -- regarded by many as the heart of L.A.'s immigrant community.

Mayor Karen Bass was on the scene.

"The Administration is treating Los Angeles as a test case for how far it can go in driving its political agenda forward while pushing the Constitution aside,"

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"The City of Los Angeles, along with the Coun- ty, cities, organizations and Angelenos across L.A., is taking the Administration to court to stop its clear violation of the United States Constitution and federal law," the mayor continued. "We will not be intimi- dated we are making Los Angeles the example of how people who believe in American values will stand together and stand united."

Gov. Gavin Newsom also spoke about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent actions in L.A. "What a disgrace, what's happening in MacArthur Park. What theatre," said Gov. Gavin Newsom, in re- sponse.

"To those that feel torn asunder by everything that's happened over the last six months, I want folks to know we have your back and we'll continue to come back and do what we can to protect our diverse com- munities, to protect the spirit that defines the best of this city and our state and to push back against this cruelty, that has been perpetuated by the President of the United States," said Newsom, speaking at a press conference on July 7 marking the 6-month anniver- sary of the devastating wildfires in L.A. County.

California is home to over 11 million immigrants; Almost half of all Californian children have at least one immigrant parent; Immigrants comprise one-third of the state's workforce and account for 40.3% of en- trepreneurs; and immigrant households contributed $61.8 billion in state and local taxes in 2023, accord- ing to Newsom's office.

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California Allocates $11 million to Support Job Training for People Left Out of Workforce

By Bo Tefu | California Black Media California is awarding nearly $11 mil- lion in grants to six organizations aimed at improving job training and employ- ment opportunities for adults facing barriers to the workforce. The funding, provided by the California Employment Development Department (EDD), tar- gets groups such as veterans, people with disabilities, English-language learners, older workers, and at-risk young adults. "Every Californian deserves the oppor- tunity to pursue a meaningful career," said Gov. Gavin Newsom. "This invest- ment expands access to career pathways for those who've historically faced sys- temic barriers."

Because of Proposition 209, California is prohibited from using public funds to create programs or policies that give preference based on race, limiting the state's ability to target funding to race- specific categories.

The grants are part of the Employment Social Enterprise program, which sup- ports businesses that offer transitional jobs combined with supportive services like housing assistance, childcare, and job coaching. The program is designed to help participants gain work experi- ence and move toward stable employ- ment.

Among the recipients are Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fresno, Pa- cific Asian Consortium in Employment, and Stanislaus Equity Partners. Each will use the funds to expand job training efforts in their respective regions. "This program focuses on populations often excluded from traditional job mar- kets," said Stewart Knox, Secretary of the Labor and Workforce Development

Agency. "By funding social enterprises, the state aims to bridge gaps in workforce participation."

The grants come amid ongoing challenges for Californians who face poverty, long-term unemployment, or disabilities that limit access to stable jobs. A recent Georgetown Univer- sity study estimated that 27 to 35 million people nationally want to work but encounter significant employment barriers.

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Young Black Inmate Graduates as High School Valedictorian at Rikers Island Prison

NATIONWIDE--- Tylik Thomas, a young African American inmate serv- ing time at Rikers Island, stood proudly as valedictorian among 63 high school graduates at the East River Academy inside the prison facilities. This gradua- tion marks a rare moment of hope and achievement behind the prison's walls.

"In some of the harshest and rough- est living conditions known to man, we found light in a place where darkness and negativity reign supreme," Thomas told ABC 7 New York.

Rikers Island has long been known for its harsh conditions and troubled history. But this graduation showed that even here, education can lead to change. They wear their caps and gowns as a symbol that their futures are not over, despite the challenges ahead.

Principal Tonya Threadgill said the theme for the graduating class was "re- silience." She explained that coming to jail isn't the end it's a chance to start over and build a better life. The East Riv-

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California Shakes Up State Gov't to Better Tackle Housing Crisis, Homelessness

In a major shake-up of state bureaucracy, Gov. Gavin Newsom has approved the creation of two new agencies to address California's housing crisis and strengthen consumer oversight.

The move, which Newsom announced last week, es- tablishes the California Housing and Homelessness Agency (CHHA) and the Business and Consumer Ser- vices Agency (BCSA). The reorganization dissolves the current Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency by July 2026.

State officials say the change is designed to im- prove accountability and coordination in efforts to reduce homelessness, expand affordable housing, and strengthen consumer protections. According to the governor's office, the new structure will consolidate housing and civil rights oversight into a single agency, while moving business and consumer regulation into a separate department.

"Housing and homelessness are complex and multi- faceted issues, deserving of full and prioritized atten- tion," said Newsom in a statement on July 11, thank- ing lawmakers for approving the standalone housing agency.

The CHHA will oversee departments involved in housing development, homelessness coordination, and civil rights enforcement, including the Department of Housing and Community Development, the California Housing Finance Agency, and the Civil Rights Depart ment.

The BCSA will take over responsibilities related to occupational licensing, financial regulation, and over- sight of industries such as alcohol, cannabis, and real

By Bo Tefu | California Black Media estate. It will include agencies like the Department of Consumer Affairs and the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation.

Tomiquia Moss, head of the soon-to-be-dissolved umbrella agency, said the new structure will help the state meet its housing goals. "This will enable us to better reach our goal of 2.5 million new homes by 2030, with one million of them being affordable hous- ing," said Moss.

The announcement comes as California continues to face some of the highest homelessness rates in the country. State data shows California limited the in- crease in homelessness to 3% in 2024, compared to an 18% rise nationwide. Officials also reported declines in veteran and youth homelessness.

Meet the Black AI Developer Behind 19 Keys Who Has Helped Entrepreneurs Generate $17M in Revenue

NATIONWIDE While many businesses are still experimenting with AI, one developer is already re- shaping how companies operate and scale.

Meet Gabe Wilson, co-founder of Edgy Design Group, automation expert, and Microsoft Certified AI Engineer, trusted by cultural icon 19 Keys and a roster of high-performing entrepreneurs. Gabe's Al-driven systems have generated over $17 million in client rev- enue. His clients range from creators and CEOs to a major U.S. municipality. He is setting a new standard for growth in the digital age.

"AI shouldn't replace people- it should empower them," says Gabe. "We build systems that think, speak, and act like your best employee- on their best day, every day."

Gabe also co-leads a venture with millionaire entre- preneur Mario Kelly, known for his appearance on Earn Your Leisure (EYL). Their partnership highlights the power of combining AI with real-world applica- tion.

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Beyond leading the agency, Gabe serves as a panel speaker, youth AI educator, and business consultant, helping both emerging entrepreneurs and established organizations harness AI for meaningful business growth.