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Heather Chantry, left, and Cheralyn Christensen, right, of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, prepare food for the homeless with Margie Shunk, menu planner for the St. Marks Page 5 United Methodist Church Winter Shelter program.

By Margaret Snider breakfast on the 17th. enlists the aid of other faiths to provide of helpers and needs to fill the gaps. Volunteers arrived in the afternoon to a corps of volunteers. During the two “We don’t need to fill in when the Rancho Cordova, CA (MPG) - The Cordova prepare dinner. weeks St. Marks covered in the win- LDS people are here,” said Henderson, Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of “They had the food ready, and they ter season of 2012/2013, for example, stating that they always bring plenty of Latter-day Saints joined in an interfaith had a recipe for us to follow, and we 408 volunteers of various congregations people to help. effort on January 16 and 17 to help the prepared the turkey casserole,” said contributed more than 2,800 hours of One of the services that volun- homeless. St. Marks United Methodist Heather Chantry, of the Mather LDS work. teers provide to the homeless is foot Church in Sacramento hosted the night- congregation. “I tried a bite myself – it “It’s just wonderful to see this inter- washing. time shelter for one week in January as was actually pretty delicious.” faith, this intercongregational effort,” “Most people don’t even like wash- well as a week last December. Chantry works as a nurse at Dameron said Barry White, who has been in ing their own feet, let alone their More than 30 of the Mormon volun- Hospital in Stockton. charge of the program for St. Marks for spouse’s,” White said. “Heaven forbid, teers from Rancho Cordova and Mather “I do a lot of donating myself, but several years. “It’s a blessing to see the a stranger! And heaven forbid, a home- prepared and served dinner, hosted I’ve never come on the end of actually response, not only within our congrega- less person!” tables, and helped to ease the situation serving and getting to see the smiles on tion, but with other congregations.” But if you ask them when they’re for more than 100 homeless guests dur- everybody’s faces,” Chantry said. According to St. Marks volunteer done providing that service, White said, ing the dinner hours. East Sacramento While St Marks provides the facil- coordinator Jane Henderson, there are members prepared the early morning ity and organizes the effort, the church times when St. Marks finds itself short Continued on Page 2

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V O L U M E 4 5 • I S S U E 4 3 ) - Caregivers, Ca (mPg to RegioN SaCRameN See inside for details Family members caring I Wonder What VSP Project Beautifies Rancho for patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia know how all-consuming their task Sadie’s Doing is. In California alone, there are Cordova Neighborhood more than 4 million family care- Right Now? givers, each spending 20 to 40 hours per week caring for their loved ones. Family caregiving is typically- what sustains adults with disabil ities, yet caregivers often make major sacrifices to help loved ones remain in their homes. The stress of caring for family mem- bers with dementia has been shown to impact a caregiver’s health and immune system for up to three years after their period of Page 9 caregiving ends. “Many family caregivers for brain impaired adults and frail elderly don’t know they have local resources to support them,” Special Tribute said Michelle Nevins, executive www.RanchoCordovaIndependent.comdirector of Del Oro Caregiver to Vietnam Vets - Resource Center. “Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center pro vides opportunities for education, respite care and support groups that understand the day-to-day tasks and struggles of a family caregiver.” Del Oro Caregiver Resource - Center is part of a statewide sys tem of resource centers serving - family caregivers. Del Oro serves California’s gold country coun ties: Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Page 3 Colusa, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sierra, Sutter, Yolo and Yuba. It provides support groups, educa- Band Seniors and tional events and respite care for local families, free of charge. Friday Night Football According to Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center, nearly one out of every four households care for neighbors say, because there brain impaired adults and the frail - have been updates there, I will elderly. Through Del Oro’s online area were also beautified. The improve my property.” “Community improvement happens one house at a time,” said Ryan Lundquist,beautification founder of Project project 680 thatwas supportscoor homeless students. “If one house resource, family caregivers can is rehabbed then it benefits the entire community. My hope is this will be a catalyst where neighbors say, because thereTo have learn been more upd atesabout there, the Ipro - find information on chronic and will improve my property.” Pg) - time out of their day to help. I dinated through the City of a, Ca (m gram or become a volunteer, visit doV was in a perpetual state of awe Rancho Cordova’s volunteer disabling conditions and diseases, RaNCho CoR the entire day,” said Michelle www.CityOfRanchoCordova. aging, caregiving issues and com- program. The assisted sites were g and select “I Want to… Five Rancho Cordova residents Steadham, a homeowner in the or munity resources. Del Oro also suggested by Ryan Lundquist, Volunteer,” or contact Volunteer were all smiles after 50 employ- White Rock neighborhood. H supports local families through ees from VSP Optics Group founder of Project 680 that sup- Coordinator Lorianne Ulm - Volunteers tilled her front consultation, case management (VSP) donated time and supplies ports homeless students. at (916) 851-8755. yard, installed a drip line, and “Community improvement services, respite care and short- for free outside home make Source: City of Rancho Page 11 removed weeds and a small happens one house at a time,” term counseling. overs. Wearing shirts saying, tree. More importantly, due to Cordova The reality of caregiving is best “We see. We care.” on the back, said Lundquist. “If one house Steadham’s allergy to grass, vol- is rehabbed then it benefits the understood not with statistics but VSP employees painted, repaired unteers replaced the grass with through the stories of spouses, fences, pulled weeds, and com- entire community. My hope is shrubs, river rock, and flowers. this will be a catalyst where children, siblings, and friends pleted other outdoor tasks to Four other residential prop- who have stepped forward when benefit residents. erties and a neighborhood entry a loved one needed them. Their “They were my angels and experiences illustrate the need I am so grateful that they took for support, encouragement and resources to empower them in their caregiving journey. For more information visitH State of the City Rancho Cordova www.deloro.org. Source: Perry Communications By Shelly Blanchard

If the news doesn’t draw you in, maybe the popcorn or art will do the trick. The annual LEGAL ADS FOR Rancho Cordova “State of the City” event is coming Nov. 7, with some gourmet popcorn SACRAMENTO and candy to sweeten the deal. Organized by the Cordova Community - COUNTY? Council, the annual “State of the City” event will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 fea We Can turing the annual assessment on how the city Do That! is doing delivered by Mayor Linda Budge. The free event will be held at Rancho Cordova City Hall. The formalities will be followed up by a dessert reception, with gourmet flavored popcorn and other sweet - To place your legal treats. The State of the City event is an opportunity for citizens to be provided with a snapshot of where The State of the City event is an oppor the city is and where it is headed as the year drawsways to an to end. drive It coincides economic with development the end of the and advertising, go to mayoral term, which runs from January through Dececreationmber. of a new “brand” for the city, which tunity for citizens to be provided with a Continued on Page 2 snapshot of where the city is and where it an opportunity to guide the direction of the RanchoCordovaIndependent.com is headed as the year draws to an end. It council and use the mayoral bully pulpit to coincides with the end of the mayoral term, bring focus to matters of special interest. which runs from January through December. Mayor Budge’s focus this year has been While Rancho Cordova mayors are a “chief among equals,” the mayor does have www.RanchoCordovaIndependent.com Page 2 The Independent January 24, 2014 Volunteer Award Interfaith Volunteers Contribute to Effort for the Homeless Nominations Sought Continued from page 1 you would find that most of Do you know an outstanding Rancho Cordova volunteer? them will say that it wasn’t so RANCHO CORDOVA, CA (MPG) - The bad – that, in fact, it was really Cordova Community Council pretty good. is traveling the Yellow Brick Rancho Cordova LDS volun- Road, seeking nominations for teer Marcela Gaete said that the the 2014 Community Volunteer only person whose feet she had Awards event --“There’s No washed before was her elderly Place Like Home” -- slated for mother. She said it was a hum- Feb. 28 at Rancho Cordova bling experience to provide that City Hall. service for a stranger. Each year, the council rec- “It brings you happiness to ognizes outstanding volunteer do little things for some other contributions to the community person,” Gaete said. in various categories ranging St. Marks and their contribu- from business to faith leader- tors provided the bubbling foot ship. The prestigious “Rancho baths, oil, lotion, latex gloves, Cordovan of the Year” award lots of clean towels, and clean can honor an exceptional contri- Each year, the Cordova Community Council recognizes outstanding socks for both men and women. volunteer contributions to the community in various categories ranging bution to the community during from business to faith leadership. Glen Davis, the bishop of the the year or over a lifetime. LDS Rancho Cordova con- “This event may not be our on-going and will close at 5 p.m. Criteria for selection: gregation, emptied baths in largest, but it is the most inspir- Friday, Jan. 31. • Actions of the nominee have between washings, and his wife ing,” said Executive Director inspired others to be active in Kimberlie Davis and others Shelly Blanchard. “It is a chance Categories include: their neighborhood or com- helped provide the service. for us to shine the spotlight on • Distinguished Community munity, or are an exceptional “As I was washing feet,” the most amazing individuals Business Partner example of civic engagement. Kimberlie Davis said, “I was and organizations in Rancho • Distinguished Community • Actions of the nominee have overcome with a feeling of Cordova – our volunteers.” Service (Individual or group) shown unselfish commitment compassion and love for the Blanchard said nominations • Distinguished Community in advancing values of the person I was serving.” often dig behind the headlines Service Organization Cordova Community Council LDS volunteer Diane • Distinguished Service by Faith of volunteerism, promotion of Rancho Cordova volunteers from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day to find extraordinary acts of vol- Anderson of Rancho Cordova Saints provide foot washing service at the Winter Shelter program at St. unteerism that otherwise get Community Rancho Cordova as a "great considered the evening a good Marks United Methodist Church in Sacramento. Shown are Ron McCray overlooked. “That’s why we • Outstanding Youth Service hometown," good sportsman- service opportunity for her- and Kimberlie Davis. open up the nominations to the (Service by an individual ship, citizenship and healthy self and her husband Jim entire community for those who teenager or youth service lifestyles. Anderson. and volunteers and guests Sanctuary, which started in have seen things others may have organization) • "Rancho Cordovan of the “It’s also good for my grand- enjoyed conversation through- the 2010/2011 winter season. missed.” • Outstanding Service to Youth Year" may reflect a signifi- son, John,” Diane Anderson out the evening. Because of withdrawal of gov- To view past winners and their (Educator, Faith Leader, cant achievement in 2013 or said, “who just turned 12 and “(Volunteers) that joined in, ernment funding around that accomplishments, please visit Coach or group serving youth may be considered a "lifetime needs to be exposed to some of they were servants” said Janet time, there was no place for www.cordovacouncil.org. in the community) achievement" award. this.” Williams, who has been home- single adults to go during the Persons wishing to make a • “Couldn’t Have Done it Join the Cordova Community Homeless guests sometimes less for the past two months. cold nights. nomination may do so by filling Without You Award” (An Council for “There’s No Place bring guitars or other musi- “They really displayed what “ We ’ v e w o r k e d w i t h out a nomination form and return- all-encompassing award cat- Like Home,” an over-the-rain- cal instruments to entertain Christ was talking about how Interfaith Council and area ing it to the Cordova Community egory that lets you use your bow evening honoring the best themselves and others during the church should take care of congregations together,” said Council at Rancho Cordova City imagination!) of community volunteerism. the evening. Guest David C. the poor, and think about the Michele Watts, Deputy Director Hall, 2729 Prospect Park Drive, • Rancho Cordovan of the Year: Tickets for the awards event are Trujillo contributed his con- poor. I guess Christ would of Sacramento Steps Forward. Suite 117, Rancho Cordova CA (Individual who made an $20 each. Save the date – Feb. 28 siderable talents on the piano, give them an A plus plus plus “The program will definitely 95670. Nominations may be extraordinary contribution to – for this fun and inspiring event. which he has played by ear plus plus.” run through March 31, but we mailed to the same address or the community during 2013 For reservations, email melody@ since he was a child. St. Marks The St. Marks Winter Shelter still are fundraising for this emailed to shelly@cordova- or over a lifetime.) cordovacouncil.org or call 916- provided Wii, movies and other program is part of Sacramento season.” H council.org. Nominations are 273-5705. 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Rancho Cordova, CA (MPG) - In 2011, I established the Daniel Campbell Ford Scholarship in the Folsom Cordova Unified School District. The scholarship, named in honor of my great-grandfa- ther, Daniel Campbell Ford, is awarded to two graduating seniors planning to continue their education at a two-year or four- year college or university. One student is awarded the scholar- 11230 Gold Express Drive, Suite 308 ship from the Rancho Cordova community and one student is Gold River • 95670 awarded the scholarship from the (916) 635-5400 Folsom community. The award amount per student is $1,000. www.DwightMillerDDS.com In addition to offsetting some of the financial costs of college, the scholarship aims to give stu- dents a greater appreciation for a family member or other per- son that has made a sacrifice to provide them with greater oppor- tunity in life. AmericAn river Fc Born in 1889, Daniel Campbell Ford’s formal education never exceeded the second grade level. In his teens he became a coal Free clinics miner in Tennessee and started a family. Ford despised work- For plAyers ing in the mines and especially Zak Ford established the Daniel Campbell Ford (above) Scholarship in the despised the thought of any of Folsom Cordova Unified School District in 2011. his children joining him in the Ages 6-10 mining profession one day. He eventually became a small stayed in Tennessee. A few of his Daniel wanted more opportu- business owner, operating a children graduated from college nity for his children and desired small grocery store and gas and nearly all of his grandchil- that each would receive a qual- station. dren graduated from college, All skill levels are welcome ity education. He decided to sell Despite his lack of for- many with advanced degrees. everything he could and move mal education, Daniel always I hope you know of some- Jan 11, 18, 25 & 26 his family to California. On encouraged his children to take one who could benefit from this August 14, 1921, he arrived in advantage of their educational opportunity and will apply by California with little more than opportunities. Ford was proud Friday, April 18, 2014. Please a dream. that all 11 of his children gradu- visit www.DanielCampbellFord. See our website for more information and to register: Following his arrival in ated from high school – this rate com for more information on the americanriverfc.com California, Ford spent many would have been high at the time scholarship. H years as a migrant farm worker. and nearly unfathomable had he AMERICAN RIVER CALL 773-1111 TO ADVERTISE YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE

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At only 13 months trious roster of 52 nominees, old, Jeff suffered life-threat- Jeff was voted by the public to ening meningitis that caused a receive this esteemed accolade significant hearing deficiency. … along with renowned swim- By the time he’d turned seven, mer Debbie Meyer, football Jeff’s parents were all too aware their son was filled to the pro- superstar Tedy Bruschi and base- Jeff with the Gold River Stingrays 1st place Champions trophy. ball heavy-hitters Leron Lee and verbial gills with explosive Steve Sax. What an honor,” Jeff energy. Visiting the neighbor- history. Jeff was serious: “I’m … Except that the Fairy Tale remarked, “to even be nominated hood Arden Hills Swim Club, going to do that, too.” had really only just begun. amongst these local greats.” Jeff and his mother met the leg- First he needed to complete Employed by Spare Time grade school, Jesuit and USC. Inc. for nearly two decades, During these years in hot pursuit “Coach” Jeff retrospectively of The Olympic Dream, Jeff trav- acknowledges that his past eled the globe accruing national accomplishments laid the foun- and world records. As a proud dation to an immensely fulfilling member of the ’80 Olympic future. “I’m so blessed, espe- Team headed to Moscow, his cially at this grassroots level, to goal was within sight. Talented share my passion for the sport in the IM, worldwide expecta- that has been so good to me. tions were at an all-time high for Who knows?” Jeff asks. “A Jeff’s triumphant performances. swimmer in this next generation Politics intruded, the US boycot- of local athletes may one day ted the Games and our athletes stand on the Olympic podium.” were shattered. In recognition of their sacrifice, in 2008 all 80 team members were awarded Congressional Gold Medals of Honor. Take a peek at the jaw- dropping list of recipients: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ List_of_Congressional_Gold_ People are friendly at Medal_recipients. Fast forward four more years. Eskaton Lodge Gold River. As peer-elected Team Captain in LAs ’84 Olympics, in his first Maybe it’s the lively competition Jeff was touched out for the bronze in the 200m environment or the set- free by 1/10th of a second. The next day -- in his home pool and your-own-pace lifestyle. retirement race -- Jeff and his Jeff at 7 years old. 4x200m free relay teammates faced off against the unconquer- Now in his seventh year as Friendships blossom at our able West Germans. The unreal Aquatics Director at Gold River On the cover of Sports Illustrated, July 9, 1984. finish? 4/100ths of a second. If Racquet Club, Jeff is particularly picturesque lodge, where you Last year’s inductees will also endary Olympic Coach Sherm breathless spectators blinked, proud of last year’s spring/sum- can join in on the recreation be attending this exciting event. Chavoor, who then declared, they’d have missed our anchor’s mer recreational Stingrays, who They are none other than famed “Okay, kid. Dive in, and show slam into the wall. Not only did brought home their fifth con- and excursions, spend time with swimmer Summer Sanders, bas- me what you’ve got!” This lit- Jeff’s relay capture cherished secutive Championships trophy ketball slam-dunkers Kevin tle guy watched in awe as “my Olympic Gold, but they obliter- – an unprecedented feat. For friends, and interact with children Johnson and Bill Cartwright, teammates” Debbie Meyer, ated the World Record by five those interested in more infor- baseball powerhouse Dusty Mark Spitz, Mike Burton and whole seconds. Jeff’s Fairy-Tale mation about this impending through Kids Connection. Baker and renowned boxer Tony many others swam into Olympic ending … season, you’re welcome to stop by the pool or log on to www. goldriverstingrays.com. “All of Housekeeping and personal our coaching staff,” says Jeff, “emphasize BELIEF in one’s services keep life easy. And our self, health and fitness, sports- new QuietCare® helps care manlike conduct and plain old fun!” Known for his “I Believe” teams identify emerging health pre-meet cheer, you’ll find Jeff enthusiastically amping and safety concerns with discrete up the Stingrays on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ motion sensor technology. watch?v=gBYk0MYQv30. He also finds himself in demand for personal training So, call or visit us at Eskaton and is gratified by the inevitable Lodge Gold River. improvements. Jeff and his wife Jan, strong believers in giving back, are Live here ... actively involved in numerous national, statewide and regional Live at your own pace. charities. For the time being, however, they both wish to express their appreciation for the voters who participated in select- Gold River Champs in the water! ing Jeff as an inductee and thank everyone attending the cele- bration. “All of the Sac Sports Hall of Fame athletes have Union Gospel Mission Sacramento achieved miraculous success,” Jeff intones. “Our area has pro- or more than 50 years, Union Gospel Mission F has been serving Sacramento’s homeless with shelter, meals, clothing, a rehabilitation program and a life-changing Gospel message. Founded in 1962 by concerned Christians for men in need, the Mission now serves women and children, too, and is an amazing testament to the good that comes with committed volunteers, inspired leadership Eskaton Lodge Gold River and the community’s support. Assisted Living and Memory Care We accept donations, clothing and goods, 11390 Coloma Road Gold River, CA 95670-4409 7 days a week …and prayer always! Standing on the podium at the 1984 Summer Olympics. 916-900-1685 Matthew 25:40 50+ Years duced a plethora of sports talent. License # 347001241 I’m grateful to be acknowledged “Caring for the Least” of Service on this roster.” Those who wish to avail themselves of the oppor- Tune in our Radio Program: tunity to join in on the festivities, (916) 447-3268 KFIA 710 AM, Sun & Mon 3 PM come on out. Tickets can still be 400 Bannon Street • Sacramento, CA 95811 listen online & visit us at: purchased through www.sacs- portshof.com. It’s sure to be an Exec. Director, Pastor Tim Lane www.ugmsac.com inspiring, memorable and enter- eskaton.org | 866-ESKATON P.O. Box 1108, Sacramento, CA 95812 Facebook.com/UGMSAC taining evening. H January 24, 2014 The Independent Page 5 Vacancies Are Down ... TheThe PerfectPerfect Start but we are looking for new retail City, there are four water pur- Yours in shopping centers like the for- veyors and I received an email mer “Raley’s” center. That center from Golden State Water Co (the Combination!Combination! is still in the process of bringing Arden-Cordova is part of that Today! new businesses in, and like you, company) that states, “Although I will be very happy when those no water restrictions are currently By Bob McGarvey stores are full again. in place for Arden-Cordova, we The shopping center where are encouraging customers to I was asked about our com- the “Wishing Well” was located voluntarily reduce their water mercial real estate vacancies in has been sold, and the new own- use by 20 percent. This situation Rancho Cordova by some res- ers will change its look to a more could change depending on con- idents, so I asked our Director modern center and will bring in tinued dry weather conditions.” I of Economic Development and new businesses. That will be a imagine the other water purvey- Neighborhood Services Curt refreshing look when they are ors will follow suite. Haven. As you can imagine, finished. I don’t have a date as The SCWC (Southern The the people who asked can see to when they will begin, but we California Water Committee) in the empty buildings and prop- will keep you informed. its newsletter mentions the need Grapevine erties on Folsom Boulevard and I will be getting information for conservation of water, and wanted to know how well we are about the residential vacancies, continues to say that 25 million Independent doing with what looks like so but I don’t have that information Californians depend on a reliable many vacancies. As usual, our yet. Before we became an incor- source of water. The newsletter delivers wonderful staff came up with porated City, over 50% of our also mentions a proposed two the numbers for me to pass on to residential properties were rent- tunnel system that is needed you. als. It is always helpful to have to bring water from the Sierra your local This is what they found. some rental properties because Nevada Mountains to Southern “Commercial real estate vacancy not everyone really wants to own California. I don’t know where community rates in 2013 continued to follow a home, or can afford one. But the two tunnels are going to get the downward trend of 2012. the latest figures show that 57% the water if the drought contin- news every Both the office and industrial of our residential properties are ues, or even if the tunnels will be vacancy rates have fallen from now owned by the residents of built. The only reliable sources Week! 2012. The office vacancy rate in those homes. With home owner- of water that I know of are rain 2013 has fallen from 17.4% to ship increasing, neighborhoods and snow. Let’s hope our reliable 14.7%. The industrial vacancy are becoming more stable. source of water (nature) changes, rate has also fallen in 2013 Something that we all have to and the weather becomes kinder from 10.9% to 9.7%. Given the pay attention to is the drought to us. H change in vacancy rates in 2013, we are in. I haven’t heard or we can expect to see stabili- seen on the news about the City From Vice Mayor Bob zation, if growth continues, in of Rancho Cordova residents McGarvey, God bless, and see the future vacancy rates.” That or businesses being asked to you next time. sounds very good for our City, ration or cut water usage. 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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTS SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA NOTICE OF PETITION FOR PROBATE COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO AND TO ADMINISTER NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE ESTATE OF OF LIENED PROPERTY #FBNF2013-00019. Aleksandr Lamakin, 4928 CHANGE OF NAME CHANGE OF NAME CHANGE OF NAME MARY S. THIBAULT (deceased) Vir Mar St., Apt. 10, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 is #34-2013-00155236 #34-2013-00156293 #34-2013-00156302 ESTATE NO. 34-201400156525 Notice is hereby given that a public lien doing business under the Fictitious Business WHEREAS, Faun O’Neel has filed a petition WHEREAS, Habid Alejandro Barrios has filed a WHEREAS, Nectary Teacher has filed a To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, and sale will be held at: Name “Allunlimited” at 4928 Vir Mar St., Apt. with this court for a decree changing the names petition with this court for a decree changing the name petition with this court for a decree changing the contingent creditors of and persons who 10, Fair Oaks, CA 95628. Filed with the Clerk of Anndrea Lily Try to Anndrea Lily O’Neel of Habid Alejandro Barrios to Alejandro H. Barrios. name of Nectary Teacher to Nektarios Klostrakis. may be otherwise interested in the will or Auburn Blvd. Mini Stor of Sacramento County on December 20, 2013. and Dru Joseph Try to Dru Joseph O’Neel. IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in estate, or both of MARY S. THIBAULT; aka 6230 Auburn Blvd. Publish: Publish: January 9 16, 23, 30, 2014 IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in the above entitled matter appear before this court the above entitled matter appear before this court MARY LOUISE THIBAULT (deceased): Citrus Heights, CA 95621 ALLUNLI 140105 01-30-14 the above entitled matter appear before this court at 2 p.m. on February 26, 2014, in Department 53, at 9 a.m. on February 26, 2014, in Department 54, A petition for probate has been filed by On February 6, 2014 at 12:00 PM (noon) in at 2 p.m. on February 10, 2014, in Department 53, located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, AMY THIBAULT in the Superior Court of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT accordance with Section 21700 et seq. of the located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition California, County of Sacramento, requesting Business and Professions Code of the State of #FBNF2013-09984. Teresa Sue Ponce, 8081 Via CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition for Change of Name should not be granted. for Change of Name should not be granted. that AMY THIBAULT be appointed as Executor De Palmas Ln., No. 1, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 is California. The auctioneer is Forrest O'Brien, for Change of Name should not be granted. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of to administer the estate of the decedent. Bond # 001040533207, telephone No. (925) doing business under the Fictitious Business Name IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this Order to Show Cause be published in the this Order to Show Cause be published in the The petition requests the decedent’s will “Knowledge Empowers You” at 8081 Via De Palmas 679-8679. General description of the goods: this Order to Show Cause be published in the Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. clothing; furniture; appliances; misc. house- Ln., No. 1, Fair Oaks, CA 95628. Filed with the Clerk Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in Sacramento County, circulation, printed in Sacramento County, The will and any codicils are available for of Sacramento County on December 30, 2013. hold goods; bicycles, scooters, skateboards circulation, printed in Sacramento County, California, once a week for four consecutive weeks California, once a week for four consecutive weeks examination in the file kept by the court. and similar misc. motorized & non-motorized Publish: January 9,16, 23, 30, 2014 California, once a week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. The petition requests authority to administer KNOW 140105 01-30-1 transportation devices; hand/garden/power prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated: January 8, 2014 Dated: January 8, 2014 the estate under the Independent Administration of tools; construction equipment/tools and mate- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Dated: December 18, 2013 David I. Brown Raymond I. Cadei Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal rials; musical instruments; exercise equipment; #FBNF2013-09283. JSA Strategic Alliance, LLC, David I. Brown Judge of the Superior Court Judge of the Superior Court representative to take many actions without obtaining beds and bedding; ambulatory equipment; misc. 6830 Stockton Blvd., No. 150 A, Sacramento, CA Judge of the Superior Court Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 Publish: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 2014 court approval. Before taking certain very important boxes/containers and bags, contents unknown; 95823 is doing business under the Fictitious Business Publish: Publish: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2014 BARRIOS 140201 02-06-14 TEACHER 140202 02-13-14 actions, however, the personal representative will be craft, art, hobby and pet supplies/materials; Name “Smoke Plus” at 6830 Stockton Blvd., No. O’NEEL 140105 01-30-14 required to give notice to interested persons unless artwork; sporting goods; engine and auto parts SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA they have waived notice or have consented to the 150 A, Sacramento, CA 95823. Filed with the Clerk SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO and accessories; toys; electronic equipment; of Sacramento County on November 25, 2013. proposed action.) The independent administration office furniture, machinery, equipment and sup- COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE authority will be granted unless an interested person plies; 5' safe; Snap On tool chest on casters; Publish: January 9 16, 23, 30, 2014 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE CHANGE OF NAME CHANGE OF NAME SMOKE 140105 01-30-14 files an objection to the petition and shows good large screen TV(s); drill press; electrical control CHANGE OF NAME #34-2013-00156238 #34-2013-00156701 cause why the court should not grant the authority. panel & equipment; snowboard; aluminum row- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #34-2013-00155263 WHEREAS, Justin Smpardos Price has WHEREAS, Shadiah Shamsid-Deen and A hearing on the petition will be held in this court boat; welding equipment incl. oxygen/acetylene #FBNF2013-09826. First Baptist Church of WHEREAS, David Joseph Howard has filed a filed a petition with this court for a decree Kerry Harris have filed a petition with this court for as follows: March 13, 2014, 9:00 a.m. in Dept. No. bottles; DeWalt jackhammer; sword collection; Carmichael, 3300 Walnut Ave., Carmichael, CA petition with this court for a decree changing the changing the name of Justin Smpardos a decree changing the names of Xavier Shamsid- 129, at William R. Ridgeway Family Relations, radio-controlled boat; bench grinder; go-kart; 95608 is doing business under the Fictitious Business name of David Joseph Howard to Grey L. Farran. Price to Jamie Louise Smpardos-Price. Deen Harris to Xavier Harris and Kaeshaun 3341 Power Inn Road, Sacramento, CA 95826. air compressor; Princeton portable amplifier; Name “American River Community Church” at 3300 IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in Rayshad Shamsid-Deen to K’Sean Rayshad Harris. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the guitar(s); portable keyboard. Walnut Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608. Filed with the the above entitled matter appear before this court the above entitled matter appear before this court IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in petition, you should appear at the hearing and Clerk of Sacramento County on December 20, 2013. at 9 a.m. on February 13, 2014, in Department 54, at 9 a.m. on February 21, 2014, in Department 54, the above entitled matter appear before this court at state your objections or file written objections The units belonging to the following self- Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, 2 p.m. on March 7, 2014, in Department 53, located with the court before the hearing. Your service storage unit tenants will be auctioned AMERICAN 140201 02-06-14 CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, CA appearance may be in person or by your attorney. at this public lien sale: for Change of Name should not be granted. for Change of Name should not be granted. 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition Alvarez, Cruz; Arnett, Jeff; Besso, Rozalyn FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of for Change of Name should not be granted. creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim R.; Borrelli, Jessica M.; Carothers, William #FBNF2013-09010. Tahira Trading and this Order to Show Cause be published in the this Order to Show Cause be published in the IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of and Aleesha; Cowsert, Candida; Davis, George Management, 6800 Fair Oaks Blvd., Carmichael, CA with the court and mail a copy to the personal Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general this Order to Show Cause be published in the representative appointed by the court within the later J.; Fillion, Joshua; Haggerty, Robert; Hamer, 95608 is doing business under the Fictitious Business circulation, printed in Sacramento County, circulation, printed in Sacramento County, Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general Jasmine; Hayes, Heather; Headley, Denise; Name “American Tires & Auto Service” at 6800 Fair of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance California, once a week for four consecutive weeks California, once a week for four consecutive weeks circulation, printed in Sacramento County, of letters to a general personal representative, as Kendrick, Ericka; Learson, Henry A.; Mc Broom, Oaks Blvd., Carmichael, CA 95608. Filed with the prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. California, once a week for four consecutive weeks Wendy; Mize, Joshua; Morgera, Nina C.; Clerk of Sacramento County on November 16, 2013. defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Dated: December 18, 2013 Dated: January 8, 2014 prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or Murray, Kevin; Peace, Stacey; Skipper, Latasha; Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 Raymond M. Cadei Raymond I. Cadei Dated: January 15, 2014 Smith, Stephen; Washington, Kimberli; Way, AMTIRES 140201 02-06-14 personal delivery to you of a notice under section Judge of the Superior Court Judge of the Superior Court David I. Brown 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other Larry FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Publish: Publish: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2014 Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 Judge of the Superior Court California statutes and legal authority may affect #FBNF2013-08824. Axis Energy Partners, LLC, 3604 HOWARD 140105 01-30-14 PRICE 140201 02-06-14 Publish: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 2014 your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult This is a cash-only auction due immedi- DEEN 140202 02-13-14 with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. ately when sold; no checks or credit/debit cards Fair Oaks Blvd., No. 140, Sacramento, CA 95864 is SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA accepted. Each person attending must sign in doing business under the Fictitious Business Name COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE you are interested in the estate, you may file with the and agree to follow all Rules and Regulations “Axis Energy Lighting” at 3604 Fair Oaks Blvd., No. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE of the sale. All purchased goods are sold "as 140, Sacramento, CA 95864. Filed with the Clerk CHANGE OF NAME CHANGE OF NAME NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) is" and must be removed by 12:00 PM (noon) of Sacramento County on November 6, 2013. #34-2013-00155239 #34-2013-00156220 ESTATE OF of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate on the second day following the sale. This sale Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 WHEREAS, Steven Alexander Osborne WHEREAS, Sherif Wageh Louis Said has filed a LEWIS D. PARTRIDGE (deceased) assets or of any petition or account as provided is subject to cancellation in the event of settle- AXIS 140201 02-06-14 has filed a petition with this court for a decree petition with this court for a decree changing the name ESTATE NO. 34-201300155180 in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for ment between landlord and obligated party. Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT changing the name of Steven Alexander of Sherif Wageh Louis Said to Sherif Wageh Louis. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, and Publish: January 23 and January 30, 2014 Osborne to Steven Alexander Morse. IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in contingent creditors of and persons who The name, address and telephone #FBNF2013-09576. Arnold Duplantier, number of the attorney for the petitioner 1957 1St Ave., Sacramento, CA 95818 is IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in the above entitled matter appear before this court may be otherwise interested in the will or the above entitled matter appear before this court at 9 a.m. on February 20, 2014, in Department 54, estate, or both of LEWIS D. PARTRIDGE, is: Gary G. Perry, Esq., 2251 Fair Oaks doing business under the Fictitious Business Boulevard, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA 95825 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Name “Galaxy Skyy Video” at 1957 1St Ave., at 2 p.m. on February 10, 2014, in Department 53, located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, aka LEWIS DEAN PARTRIDGE (deceased): located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition A petition for probate has been filed by CAROL Publish: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 2014 OF LIENED PROPERTY Sacramento, CA 95818. Filed with the Clerk THIBAULT 140213 02-13-14 of Sacramento County on December 10, 2013. CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition for Change of Name should not be granted. J. WEIDA in the Superior Court of California, for Change of Name should not be granted. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of County of Sacramento, requesting that CAROL J. Notice is hereby given that a public lien Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 PUBLICATION OF SUMMONS sale will be held at: GALAXY 140201 02-06-14 IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this Order to Show Cause be published in the WEIDA be appointed as personal representative this Order to Show Cause be published in the Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general to administer the estate of the decedent. SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF Hazel Mini Stor self storage FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in Sacramento County, The petition requests the decedent’s will CALIFONRIA 6108 Hazel Avenue #FBNF2013-09891. Vertical Horizons Travel LLC, circulation, printed in Sacramento County, California, once a week for four consecutive weeks and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO Orangevale, CA 95662 102 Russler Lane, Folsom, CA 95630 is doing California, once a week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. The will and any codicils are available for ORDER AFTER EX PARTE APPLICATION FOR business under the Fictitious Business Name prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated: January 8, 2014 examination in the file kept by the court. PUBLICATION OF SUMMONS On February 6, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in Vertical Horizons Travel LLC” at 102 Russler Dated: December 18, 2013 Raymond I. Cadei The petition requests authority to administer CASE NO. 13 FL06308 accordance with Section 21700 et seq. of Lane, Folsom, CA 95630. Filed with the Clerk David I. Brown Judge of the Superior Court the estate under the Independent Administration of the Business and Professions Code of the of Sacramento County on December 24, 2013. Judge of the Superior Court Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: XIAO YONG State of California. The Auctioneer is Forrest Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 Publish: Publish: January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2014 SAID 140201 02-06-14 representative to take many actions without obtaining O'Brien, Bond # 001040533207, telephone VERTICAL 140201 02-06-14 OSBORNE 140105 01-30-14 court approval. Before taking certain very important SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PETITIONER: # (925) 679-8679. General Description of actions, however, the personal representative will be VICKI MANIVONG the goods: clothing; furniture; appliances; FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO required to give notice to interested persons unless #FBNF2013-09896. JMJM, Inc., 9927 Waimea COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE misc. household goods; bicycles, scooters, they have waived notice or have consented to the You have 30 Calendar Days after this and similar misc. motorized & non-motorized Ln., Elk Grove, CA 95624 is doing business ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE CHANGE OF NAME proposed action.) The independent administration under the Fictitious Business Name “Elk CHANGE OF NAME #34-2013-00156236 Summons and Petition are served on you to wheeled transportation devices; hand/garden authority will be granted unless an interested person and power tools; construction and hardware Grove Chevron” at 9603 E. Stockton Blvd., #34-2013-00156281 WHEREAS, Abebech Kolcha Hidoto has filed a file a response (form FL-120 or FL-123) at this files an objection to the petition and shows good court and have a copy served on the petitioner. equipment/supplies/tools and materials; Elk Grove, CA 95624. Filed with the Clerk of WHEREAS, Tiffany Tothanh Nguyen has filed petition with this court for a decree changing the name cause why the court should not grant the authority. a petition with this court for a decree changing the of Abebech Kolcha Hidoto to Leah Kolcha Hidoto. A letter or phone call will not protect you. musical instruments; exercise equipment; Sacramento County on December 24, 2013. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court ambulatory equipment; beds and bedding Publish: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 2014 name of Tiffany Tothanh Nguyen to Tiffany Thanh To. IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in If you do not file your Response on time, the as follows: February 20, 2014, 9:00 a.m. in Dept. court may make orders affecting your marriage or materials and soft goods; misc. boxes/ ELKGROVE 140202 02-13-14 IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in the above entitled matter appear before this court No. 129, at William R. Ridgeway Family Relations, containers and bags, contents unknown; craft, the above entitled matter appear before this court at 9 a.m. on February 21, 2014, in Department 54, domestic partnership, your property, and custody of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 3341 Power Inn Road, Sacramento, CA 95826. your children. You may be ordered to pay support hobby and pet supplies/materials; artwork; at 2 p.m. on February 25, 2014, in Department 53, located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the sporting goods; engine and auto parts and #FBNF2013-09765. Rodrigo Gutierrez, 6537 located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition and attorney fees and costs. If you cannot pay Thomas Dr., North Highlands, CA 95660 is doing petition, you should appear at the hearing and the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. accessories; toys; electronic and audio/ CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition for Change of Name should not be granted. state your objections or file written objections video equipment; office machinery, supplies business under the Fictitious Business Name for Change of Name should not be granted. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of If you want legal advice, contact a lawyer “Christina’s House Cleaning” at 6537 Thomas Dr., with the court before the hearing. Your immediately. You can get information about and equipment; misc. computer parts and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this Order to Show Cause be published in the appearance may be in person or by your attorney. components; fishing equipment; windsock North Highlands, CA 95660. Filed with the Clerk this Order to Show Cause be published in the Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general finding lawyers at the California Courts Online of Sacramento County on December 18, 2013. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ segments, poles and fabrics; tool chest(s); Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in Sacramento County, creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim painting supplies and equipment; plumbing/ Publish: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 2014 circulation, printed in Sacramento County, California, once a week for four consecutive weeks selfhelp), at the California Legal Services CHRISTINA’S 140202 02-13-14 with the court and mail a copy to the personal drain supplies and materials; hunting supplies California, once a week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), or by and equipment incl. +/- 10 or more duck and representative appointed by the court within the later contacting your local County Bar Association. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated: January 8, 2014 of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance goose decoys and camouflage equipment with Dated: January 8, 2014 Raymond I. Cadei The name and address of the court is: Superior wheeled cart and small plastic aquatic vessel; BUSINESS NAME of letters to a general personal representative, as Court of California, County of Sacramento, David I. Brown Judge of the Superior Court defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Campbell Hausfeld portable air compressor; STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT Judge of the Superior Court Publish: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 2014 3341 Power Inn Road, Sacramento, CA 95826 painting equipment/supplies. OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or The name, address, and telephone Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 HIDOTO 140202 02-13-14 personal delivery to you of a notice under section #FBNF2013-00710. NGUYEN 140201 02-06-14 number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner The self-service storage units under contract The following individual has abandoned the SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other without an attorney, is: Vicki Manivong, 43 California statutes and legal authority may affect with the following tenants will be auctioned at use of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME of SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO Arcade Blvd., No. D, Sacramento, CA 95818 this public lien sale: “Golden Phoenix Cafe,” 2805 12th Ave., No. 4, COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult Dated: November 4, 2013 with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. Austin, Stacey; Matis, Jason; Pell, Jene; Sacramento, CA 95817: Edward J. Gun, 8128 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE CHANGE OF NAME Publish: January 16, 23, 30, February 6, 2014 Hayden, Joseph; Davis, Patty; Robinson, Kayla; Port Royale Way, Sacramento, CA 95823. CHANGE OF NAME #34-2013-00156686 YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If MANIVONG 140201 02-06-14 you are interested in the estate, you may file with the Loomis, Susan; Pease, Donavan; The Fictitious Business Name Statement #34-2013-00156230 WHEREAS, Abdul Nasir Jan has filed a Petroff, Kay; Frazier, Andrea; Jobbins, Wayne; was filed on January 28, 2013, in the County of WHEREAS, Savannah Angelika Meyer has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate Young, John; Dains, Castle; Sacramento. petition with this court for a decree changing the name the name of Abdul Nasir Jan to Nasir Khilji. Harless, Clint; Lincoln, Gina; Crews, Cindy G.; Abandonment filed with the Clerk of of Savannah Angelika Meyer to Max Andeo Meyer. IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Hilton, Kelly; Holland, Michael; Winkelman, Sacramento County on December 18, 2013. IT IS ORDERED that all persons interested in the above entitled matter appear before this court at Mark; Perini, Jeanne Therese; Stewart, Publish: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 2014 the above entitled matter appear before this court 2 p.m. on March 5, 2014, in Department 53, located Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Michelle; Veiga, Vicki The name, address and telephone Vehicle Identification No: GOLDEN 140202 02-13-14 at 2 p.m. on February 20, 2014, in Department 53, at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, CA 680350 located at 800 Ninth Street, Third Floor, Sacramento, 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition number of the attorney for the petitioner Year: 1968, Model: Boat, Make: Richline This is a cash auction due immediately when CA 95814, and show cause, if any, why the petition for Change of Name should not be granted. is: Gary G. Perry, Esq., 2251 Fair Oaks ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Sale Date: 2/17/2014 at 9:00 a.m. sold; no checks or credit cards accepted. Each CHANGE OF NAME for Change of Name should not be granted. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of Boulevard, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA 95825 person attending as bidder must sign in and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this Order to Show Cause be published in the Publish: January 9, 16, 23 30, 2014 LJ’s Towing agree to follow all Rules and Regulations of SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA this Order to Show Cause be published in the Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general PARTRIDGE 140105 01-30-14 809 Reading Street the sale. All purchased goods are sold "as is" COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO Carmichael Times, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in Sacramento County, Folsom, CA 95630 and must be removed by 12:00 PM (Noon) on ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE circulation, printed in Sacramento County, California, once a week for four consecutive weeks (916) 489-8600 the second day following the sale. This sale is CHANGE OF NAME California, once a week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. subject to cancellation. #34-2013-00154783 prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated: January 15, 2014 Publish: January 24, 2014 Publish: January 23 and January 30, 2014 WHEREAS, Abdul Rehman Muhammad has Dated: January 8, 2014 David I. Brown filed a petition with this court for a decree changing the David I. Brown Judge of the Superior Court name of Abdul Rehman Muhammad to Roy Clark. 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January 24, 2014 The Independent Page 9 Legal Advertising for City Two Questions RE purchase of land for of Rancho Cordova corporation yard plans Sent to the Editor in response This vacant lot is going to be City of Rancho Cordova Notice of Public Hearing to a previous news story developed into the entertainment NOTICE is hereby given that on Monday, February 3, 2014, at 5:30 p.m., or as soon 1. Didn't the city purchase center and is not available for the thereafter as the matter may be heard, the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova will land for a corporation yard City’s use as a corporation yard. hold a Public Hearing at the Rancho Cordova City Hall, located at 2729 Prospect Park in the Kilgore area when it The City later purchased another Drive, Rancho Cordova, to consider the following: also purchased the buildings building which is located behind

10240 SYSTEMS PARKWAY LOT SPLIT - PROJECT NO. DD8420 - TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP: for the police department and the Police Station and is occu- Neighborhood services? Do we pied by Neighborhood Services. REQUEST: The applicant is requesting a Tentative Parcel Map (TPM) to subdivide a developed 4.77 acre parcel into two new parcels at 1.84 acres and 2.93 acres. The new need two yards. This building has provided some 1.84 acre parcel contains an existing 6,000 square foot building while the new 2.93 acre 2. As the Councils stated storage space for small items but parcel contains an existing 38,760 square foot building with shared parking and land- objective is to hire out all main- does not leave room for stor- scaped areas.

tenance and services for the city ing traffic signal and street light Disney/Pixar. OWNER/APPLICANT: why do we need a corp yard to equipment. The City does not

Ethan Conrad © Disney, 1300 National Drive, Suite 100 purchase and store equipment? own any other property which © Sacramento, CA 95834 A visual check indicates all the could be used as a corporation LOCATION/APN: 10240 Systems Parkway (southwest corner of Systems Drive and Old present city buildings have more yard. Placerville Highway); APN 077-0360-019-0000 than enough parking available 2. The City does plan to con- ZONING: Office Industrial Mixed-Use (OIMU) ENVIRONMENTAL: Class 15 exemption per section 15315 “Minor Land Division” under for services! tinue using contractors for all the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) operations and maintenance ser- PROJECT PLANNER: Matthew Diaz, Associate Planner Sincerely, vices. The Corporation yard

The City of Rancho Cordova encourages interested parties to attend public meetings and Frank Harris gives us the ability to store all comment on the issues being discussed. If you wish to provide testimony and are unable of our equipment in one central to attend the meeting, written comments that are delivered to the City Clerk’s office prior Response from the location that our contractors can to the time of the hearing will be made a part of the public record. access. The alternative would be City of Rancho Questions regarding this matter should be directed to the City of Rancho Cordova to require the contractors to store Planning Department at (916) 851-8750. Cordova our equipment on their yards. ______Dear Mr. Harris, Thus causing extra cost to the NOTICE REGARDING CHALLENGES TO DECISIONS Thank you for your interest in City for ordering and storing the Pursuant to all applicable laws and regulations, including without limitation, California the City’s proposal to purchase equipment. It also makes it diffi- Government Code Section 65009 and/or California Public Resources Code Section a corporation yard. Responses cult to ensure that the equipment 21177, if you wish to challenge in court any of the above decisions (regarding planning, to your questions are below. zoning and/or environmental decisions), you may be limited to raising only those issues owned by the City is only used you or someone else raised at the public hearing(s) described in this notice/agenda, or in You can contact me or John in the City. There is also con- written correspondence delivered to the city at, or prior to, this public hearing. Samuelson at 851-8700 if you cern, and cost, when changing would like to discuss the item ADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT contractors and trying to transfer In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to further. the City’s equipment from one participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Department at (916) 851-8720. 1. When the City purchased contractor to another. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrange- the Kilgore Cemetery, the pur- Cyrus Abhar ments to ensure accessibility to this meeting. chase included the building Tickets Start at $17! Public Works Director Restrictions, exclusions and additional charges may apply. Subject to availability. Supply and demand may affect price. Printed in the Grapevine Independent on January 24, 2014 which is now the Police Station City of Rancho Cordova and a vacant lot to the north. STOCKTON Classified FEB. 6 – 9 ARENA Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun. FEB. 6 FEB. 7 FEB. 8 FEB. 9 Advertising 11:00 AM 3:00 PM 1:00 PM Sell Your Stuff! 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 5:00 PM Reach 1000’s SLEEP TRAIN of Readers FEB. 12 – 17 ARENA Every Week! Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. FEB. 12 FEB. 13 FEB. 14 FEB. 15 FEB. 16 FEB. 17 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 3:00 PM 3:00 PM 12 NOON 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 4:00 PM

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Clark number for the Cordova High School boys bas- Jordan Roberson, who scored Capital Athletic League home game on Jan. nailed a 3-pointer toward the end of the period ketball team in its Capital Athletic League 29 points. Guard JaQuan 17, the Cordova High School girls bas- to make it 49-45, but the Raiders hung on for the opener. Lewis followed with 10 ketball team win. Leading 35-24 over Mira Loma entering the points. Lorena had nine points, led over Rio Running a full-court pressure defense in the third quarter, the Lancers muscled their offense Marquis Bolden eight, Americano. first quarter, Cordova (1-1 in CAL, 7-12 overall) and defense to increase the margin of scoring Nate Medina five, Alex B u t t h e forced Rio Americano into turnovers for a 15-4 and posted a 73-44 victory at the Lancers’ gym Yakimchuk and CJ Coles Lady Lancers’ lead. The Lancers continued with their pressure on Jan. 16. four points each, Lamar 23-14 halftime lead defense in the second quarter to build their 23-14 Cordova (1-0 in CAL, 10-7) executed its half- Brewer three and Nate slipped away in the halftime lead, and the Raiders’ rally. court offensive sets in the third quarter that Hendrix one. second half, as the Lady Clark finished with 15 points for the Lancers. paved the way toward a 23-9 advantage and Raiders pulled out a 49-45 Curney and Kayla Hontz finished with six points 58-33 lead entering the fourth quarter. Grant 94, Cordova overtime victory. each. Leila Cooper and Reis had four each. Midori “We sprinted back on defense, talked on 57 “We just ran out of Mekata and defense,” Cordova head coach Fletcher Johnson In its last non- gas,” Cordova head Newton had three points each, and Andalena said. “We communicated a lot better.” league game of coach Raymond Ware and Erica Wilson had two each. Toward the end of Cordova’s non-league the season, also Bradley said. “But we schedule earlier this month, Johnson said there at the Lancer kept running, and we kept Cordova 55, Mira Loma 28 was limited communication among his players gym on Jan. pressing.” In the CAL opener on Jan. 15 at Mira Loma, the on the floor. But in the league opener against 14, Cordova In the second half, Rio Lancers went on a 16-2 run in the second quarter to the Marauders, the head coach noticed a big trailed 20-16 after the first quarter. Americano forced Cordova take a 23-11 halftime lead, and never looked back. difference. But visiting Grant went on a 26-7 run in into multiple turnovers in the Two Lancers scored in double figures: Newton had We played with a lot more focus,” Johnson the second quarter, and led 46-23 at half- paint and mid-court, thanks largely 15 points and Clark had 10. said. “Our rotations have to be a lot more crisp time en route to the win. to a full-court press defense. That led Cooper followed with seven points, and Curney and intense.” Hendrix finished with 16 points for Cordova. to trimming the Lancers’ lead to 31-26 and Ware had six points each. The Lancers’ pressure defense on Marauder Roberson followed with nine points, Yakimchuk entering the fourth quarter. shooters kept them to limited scoring in the sec- eight, Bolden seven, Lewis and Coles four points “We just couldn’t control the basketball,” Elk Grove 59, Cordova 41 ond half. each, Medina three and Brewer and Johnson two Bradley said. Cordova tightened its defense In a non-league game in Elk Grove on Jan. 14, On offense, Cordova took advantage of its points each. toward the end of the fourth quarter that was both teams scored 26 points each in the second second and third chance shots in the paint, plus On Tuesday, Cordova continued league play at also a full-court press. On the other side of the half. But the host Thundering Herd jumped out to two, 3-pointers from guard Ranjell Lorena in the Rio Americano. Yesterday – ball, running the offense was spread out between a 33-15 halftime lead. fourth quarter that helped build the Lancers’ lead Thursday – Cordova hosted El Camino. Brianna Clark, Cauje Curney, Jullissa Reis, Cordova continued CAL action earlier this by as much as 25 and more points in the final On Tuesday, Jan. 28, Cordova will host Monique Newton and Nikki Jones. week at El Camino. quarter. Antelope. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. H “In the last four minutes of the fourth (quar- Today – Friday – Cordova will play at Antelope. ter), they decided to play and get us back in the On Wednesday, Jan. 29, the Lady Lancers host game,” Bradley said. Whitney. All games are scheduled to tip-off at 7 www.RanchoCordovaIndependent.com The group rallied to tie the game at 39-39, and p.m. H NOW YOU CAN SAVE AN ADDITIONAL $5 PER MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS! With Entertainment and above.

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ETHAN WRAGGE, CREIGHTON SATURDAY, JAN. 25 Wragge tied a school record with nine 3-point- Poor free throwing shooting could be a problem in March. FLORIDA STATE AT DUKE ers to lead the Bluejays to a stunning 96–68 1. Arizona (18-0) This is an intriguing matchup between one of win at Villanova Monday night. Wragge hit eight 2. Syracuse (18-0) Orange survive a scare from Pittsburgh in the Dome. the nation’s top defensive teams in Florida State of his threes in the first half to help Creighton 3. Michigan St. (17-1) Veteran Spartans are 5–0 in true road games. and a Duke team that is loaded with offensive build a 28-point lead. As a team, the Bluejays 4. Florida (15-2) Scottie Wilbekin is one of nation’s elite point guards. weapons. Florida State is holding its opponents hit their first nine threes and hit 21 overall, set- Aztecs are only shooting .435 from 2-point range. 5. San Diego St. (16-1) to 39.6 percent shooting on 2-point field goals, ting a school and Big East record. Creighton led 6. Kansas (14-4) Jayhawks could be scary good in March. which ranks second in the nation. Duke, which by as many as 41 points in the second half. 7. Wisconsin (16-2) Michigan hands Wisconsin rare loss in Madison. shoots 41.4 percent from three and 52.7 per- FUQUAN EDWIN, SETON HALL 8. Villanova (16-2) Wildcats ambushed by Creighton on Monday night. cent from two, ranks second nationally in of- Edwin fueled Seton Hall’s second-half rally with 9. Iowa (15-3) Hawkeyes poised for a run at Big Ten title. fensive efficiency (1.22 points per possession). 19 of his 24 points in the final 17 minutes to 10. Wichita State (19-0) Shockers might not be tested until March. TEXAS AT BAYLOR help the Pirates beat Georgetown 67–57 at the 11. Oklahoma St. (15-3) Pokes show toughness in narrow loss in Lawrence. Texas has suffered major personnel losses in Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. A senior 12. Louisville (16-3) Cards are the team to beat in the American. recent years, but Rick Barnes has the Long- guard, Edwin connected on all five of his 3- 13. Creighton (16-3) Bluejays lead the nation in 3-point shooting (.437). horns in the hunt for an NCAA Tournament point attempts in the second half as the Pirates Golden Bears are once again exceeding expectations. berth. Baylor, on the other hand, has too much turned a 10-point deficit into a 10-point win. 14. California (14-4) talent to be 1–4 in the Big 12. With non-confer- Edwin also recorded five steals and is now the 15. Saint Louis (17-2) Billikens leading the nation in defensive efficiency. ence wins over Colorado, Dayton and Kentucky, school’s all-time leader with 263. Seton Hall, 16. UMass (16-1) Three A-10 wins have come by a total of 10 points. Baylor’s NCAA résumé is solid, but at some now 2–3 in the Big East, had not defeated 17. Iowa State (14-3) Cyclones have lost three straight to drop to 2–3 in Big 12. point this team needs to start winning games in Georgetown on the road since January 2003. Cats bullied on the boards in win over Vols at Rupp. 18. Kentucky (13-4) league play. KAMERON WOODS, BUTLER 19. Cincinnati (17-2) Bearcats stellar on defense, painful (at times) on offense. KANSAS STATE AT IOWA STATE Four days after being held scoreless on 0-of-9 20. Pittsburgh (16-2) Panthers finding life in the ACC to be quite nice. Iowa State, which has lost three straight games shooting in a 28-point loss at Creighton, Woods Devils’ offense comes alive in 35-point win vs. State. 21. Duke (14-4) following a 14–0 start, desperately needs a win scored 16 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in 22. Michigan (13-4) Wolverines thriving without Mitch McGary. to remain relevant in the Big 12 title chase. Butler’s 69–57 overtime win over Marquette. 23. UConn (14-4) Huskies shooting a stellar .410 from 3-point range. Kansas State has been one of the league’s early The Bulldogs had been 0–5 in the Big East, with 24. Memphis (13-4) Tigers are inconsistent but have the talent for a deep run. surprises; the Cats are 4–1 in the Big 12, with three of the five losses coming in overtime.

Bruce Schwartzman 25. Kansas State (14-4) Wildcats can’t shoot, but they defend at a high level. the only loss coming on the road at Kansas. Woods, a 6'9" sophomore, has had at least 10 Bruce Weber’s team has been terrific on the de- rebounds in four straight games. *Records and rankings are as of Jan. 21 Tyler Ennis, Syracuse fensive end and has been especially adept at DREW CRAWFORD, NORTHWESTERN guarding the 3-point line. Defending Iowa Northwestern won its first Big Ten road game in State’s many set plays will be key in this game. more than a calendar year thanks to Crawford, TENNESSEE AT FLORIDA who scored 17 points and added 11 rebounds Florida, off to a 4–0 start, has emerged as the in the Wildcats’ surprising 54–47 win at Indi- team to beat in the SEC. The Gators do just ana. Northwestern, under first-year coach Chris Iowa making a move in Big Ten about everything well except shoot free throws, Collins, is 9–10 overall and 2–4 in the Big Ten, where they are 270th in the nation at 66.6 per- but the Cats have won two of their last three cent. Tennessee features one of the most tal- games. Who’s your pick to win the Big Ten regular-season title? ented rosters in the league, but the Vols have JOEL EMBIID, KANSAS Mitch Light: Michigan State some troubling losses — vs. UTEP on a neutral Embiid is playing like the No. 1 pick in the 2014 court and against NC State and Texas A&M at might be the obvious pick, but I’m NBA Draft. The freshman center was sensa- home. This team is searching for a quality win tional in Kansas’ 80–78 win over Oklahoma going with Iowa. I’ve been on the to pad its NCAA Tournament résumé. State on Saturday, scoring 13 points (on 5-of- Hawkeyes’ bandwagon since last WISCONSIN AT PURDUE 6 shooting) with 11 rebounds and eight blocked season, when they narrowly missed Wisconsin, losers of two straight games, hits the shots. Then, on Monday night, the Cameroon the NCAA Tournament despite road for tough tests at Minnesota on Wednesday native scored 12 points and added four re- going 9–9 — with six of the losses and surging Purdue on Saturday. The Boiler- bounds in the Jayhawks’ 10-point win over coming by four points or less — in makers have won three straight in league play, Baylor. the nation’s most difficult confer- highlighted by last week’s 66–58 victory at Illi- NIK STAUSKAS, MICHIGAN ence. With every key player back, nois. Matt Painter’s team has trouble scoring at Stauskas scored 23 points to lead Michigan to it’s no surprise that Fran McCaffery times, but the Boilers have been able to create a rare win over Wisconsin at the Kohl Center. has his team in the hunt for a league extra possessions due to their outstanding work The sophomore sharpshooter hit three 3-point- on the offensive glass. This is a huge opportu- title. Iowa might lack the star power ers, none more important than a step-back nity for Purdue. jumper from the left side that gave the Wolver- of some of the elite teams in the Big VILLANOVA AT MARQUETTE ines a four-point lead with under a minute to Ten, but no program features more Marquette has been one of the most disap- play. Stauskas added four free throws down the quality depth. McCaffery can go 10 pointing teams in the country this season. The stretch to secure Michigan’s first win in Madi- deep and has the ability to mix and Golden Eagles, 11–8 overall and 3–3 in the Big son since 1999. The Wolverines, who are play- match lineups to accentuate his East, are in danger of missing the NCAA Tour- ing without standout big man Mitch McGary team’s positives. Taking a quick look nament for the first time since 2005. Villanova (out for the season with a back injury), have at the advanced stats, there isn’t one must regroup after its stunning 28-point loss at won seven straight games. thing that this team does not do well. home to Creighton on Monday night. Defending BRYCE COTTON, PROVIDENCE The Hawkeyes are efficient offen- the 3-point line will obviously be a focus in prac- Cotton scored a game-high 23 points to lead sively — and aren’t too reliant on the tice this week for Jay Wright. short-handed Providence to an 81–68 win over MICHIGAN AT MICHIGAN STATE Creighton, which entered the game with a 5–0 3-pointer — and outstanding on the The stakes will be high when these two in-state record in Big East play. Cotton, a senior guard, defensive end while playing at one rivals meet in East Lansing. Michigan has has scored 20 points or more in three straight of the fastest tempos in the country. jumped out to a 5–0 record in the Big Ten, but games — wins over Georgetown, St. John’s I’m picking the Spar- David Fox: the Wolverines play Iowa and Michigan State — (on the road) and Creighton. He is averaging tans, though it’s a tough call over arguably the two best teams in the league — 20.4 points per game. Wisconsin. Consider that Tom Izzo this week. A split would be great for John MONTREZL HARRELL, LOUISVILLE hasn’t had a fully healthy roster this Beilein’s team. Michigan State is 6–0 in the Harrell recorded a double-double for the third season and still started 17–1. Gary league (including four wins on the road) despite time in four games, scoring 18 points and grab- Reese Strickland USA Today Sports the absence of Adreian Payne (foot injury) in the Harris and Adreian Payne have both Roy Devyn Marble and the Iowa Hawkeyes have the talent — and depth — to contend for bing 13 rebounds in the Cardinals’ 76–64 win last three games. The Spartans need their sen- been hurt. So has Branden Dawson. the school’s first Big Ten title since 1979, when Lute Olson was the coach in Iowa City. at UConn on Saturday night. Harrell, who is That said, Keith Appling is one of ior big man to be healthy for the stretch run. shooting .634 from the field, connected on 8- GEORGETOWN AT CREIGHTON of-10 from the field and also blocked three the most improved players in the Big pears headed toward a top-three fin- URI after the 2011-12 season, but he Both teams had eventful games Monday night. shots for the surging Cards, who have won Ten, and the Spartans have had the ish in the Pac-12 despite falling to landed on his feet and was named Creighton set a bunch of shooting records at Vil- three straight games. depth in Denzel Valentine, Travis Utah last weekend for the first time head coach at Canisius. Billy fol- Trice and Kenny Kaminksi to lanova en route to a 96–68 stunner over the JOHNNY O’BRYANT, LSU since 1983 — a game in which An- lowed his dad to upstate New York Wildcats. The Bluejays are 6–1 in league play O’Bryant, a former McDonald’s All-American, weather the injuries so far. The road derson scored 28 points, grabbed and has been one of the nation’s pre- in their first season in the Big East. Georgetown rebounded from a subpar game in LSU’s loss at will be tough — quite literally, with seven rebounds and dished out seven mier scorers over the last two sea- blew a seven-point lead in the final three min- Ole Miss to score 22 points and grab 12 re- trips to Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan assists. Normally, UCLA would be a sons. utes on its way to an 80–72 overtime loss at bounds in the Tigers’ 81–58 win over Vander- and Ohio State — but Michigan high-profile location for a player of Fox: Delon Wright probably won’t home to Marquette. The Hoyas, who have lost bilt in Baton Rouge. O’Bryant and the LSU State can navigate it. Anderson’s caliber, but it feels like be underrated for much longer as three straight games, dropped to 11–7 overall frontline dominated Vanderbilt on the glass, the sophomore is flying under the Utah defeated UCLA on Saturday, and 3–4 in the Big East. outrebounding the Commodores 48-to-24. Who is the most underrated national radar this season. but the Utes’ point guard is my pick. SUNDAY, JAN. 26 CHASSON RANDLE, STANFORD player in the nation? Light: This one is bit off the na- Academic issues landed him in jun- ILLINOIS AT INDIANA Randle tied a career high with 33 points to lead Braden Gall: UCLA’s Kyle An- tional radar — Billy Baron from ior college out of high school, but the Just a few weeks ago, Illinois was 13–2 overall Stanford to a 79–67 win over Washington late derson. The 6'9" point-forward is Canisius. Baron, on his third school brother of Trail Blazers forward and 2–0 in the Big Ten. Now, the Fighting Illini Saturday in Palo Alto. A junior guard from Illi- are 13–6 and 2–4 with games at Ohio State and nois, Randle hit 11-of-15 from the field and 10- likely overlooked because he plays in four years, is averaging 23.1 Dorell Wright earned his way onto a Indiana looming. Barring a quick turnaround, of-13 from the foul line en route to his third on the West Coast in a nondescript points, 5.0 rebounds and 5.1 assists Pac-12 roster. Wright is as composed John Groce’s team will have a tough time earn- game with 30-plus points this season. He leads Pac-12 for a solid-but-not-special while shooting .453 from 3-point of a point guard as there is, and his ing a bid to the NCAA Tournament. Indiana ex- the team in scoring at 19.5 points per game. Bruins team. But Anderson is aver- range and .913 from the line. Baron numbers are staggering: 15.7 points, perienced both the highs and lows of conference aging 15.5 points per game and lead- began his career at Virginia but trans- 5.2 assists, 7.3 rebounds and 2.7 play last week, beating undefeated (at the time) ing UCLA in both rebounding (8.9 ferred to Rhode Island after one se- steals per game while shooting 63.5 Wisconsin on Tuesday and losing at home to rpg) and assists (6.6 apg). This is an mester to play for his father, Jim percent from the floor — all for Northwestern on Saturday. The Hoosiers cannot NCAA Tournament team and ap- Baron. The elder Baron was fired at Utah’s best team since 2008-09. afford to lose another home game to a team in the bottom half of the Big Ten.

Mitchell Braden Nathan David Steven CALIFORNIA AT UCLA Athlon Board of Experts Light Gall Rush Fox Lassan Consensus The cast of characters changes each season, This Week’s Games & Experts’ Records 14-6 14-6 15-5 15-5 15-5 15-5 but the winning ways continue in Berkeley. Mike Montgomery, one of the game’s most under- Florida State at Duke Duke by 3 Duke by 7 Duke by 4 Duke by 7 Duke by 9 Duke by 6 rated coaches, has California off to a 5–0 start Texas at Baylor Baylor by 1 Baylor by 10 Baylor by 3 Texas by 3 Texas by 1 Baylor by 2 in the Pac-12, with three of the five wins com- Kansas State at Iowa State Iowa State by 7 Iowa State by 3 Iowa State by 6 Iowa State by 4 Iowa State by 5 Iowa State by 5 ing on the road. Guard Justin Cobbs, one of five Tennessee at Florida Florida by 10 Florida by 7 Florida by 5 Florida by 9 Florida by 10 Florida by 8 players averaging at least 10 points per game, Wisconsin at Purdue Purdue by 1 Wisconsin by 3 Wisconsin by 1 Wisconsin by 11 Wisconsin by 8 Wisconsin by 4 is enjoying a stellar senior season for the Bears. Villanova at Marquette Villanova by 7 Villanova by 1 Marquette by 8 Villanova by 8 Villanova by 7 Villanova by 3 UCLA must rebound from a loss at improving Michigan at Michigan State Michigan State by 1 Michigan State by 7 Michigan State by 2 Michigan State by 8 Michigan State by 3 Michigan State by 4 Utah over the weekend. The Bruins, under first- Georgetown at Creighton Creighton by 4 Creighton by 10 Creighton by 3 Creighton by 10 Creighton by 8 Creighton by 7 year coach Steve Alford, boast a talented roster Illinois at Indiana Indiana by 3 Indiana by 1 Indiana by 8 Illinois by 2 Indiana by 4 Indiana by 3 loaded with playmakers but struggle at times Chasson Randle, Stanford California at UCLA California by 2 UCLA by 3 UCLA by 2 California by 4 UCLA by 5 UCLA by 1 on defense.

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