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CLEANING UP AFTER WEEKEND FLOODING GOVERNOR’S BUDGET Budget Lake rec areas closed proposal Corps concerned about public safety pleases due to flood debris Federal By BEN BROWN The Daily Journal education The U.S. Army Corps of disaster By LAURA CLARK Engineers temporarily The Daily Journal closed Coyote Dam and The budget proposed by Gov. Lake Mendocino public funding Arnold Schwarzenegger sounds recreation areas and the sur- like music to the ears of school rounding facilities superintendents -- at both the state Wednesday, due to excessive and county level -- if it results in flooding and debris. sought full repayment of what is owed Debris floating along the schools. shoreline and the flooding of County, city ask “If the proposal announced by boat ramps have created governor to apply the governor (this week) is just unsafe space for recreation, the beginning of a negotiation that according to a press release for federal help would guarantee full repayment from the U.S. Army Corps of By SETH FREEDLAND of what is owed to schools over Engineers. time, it should be viewed as a pos- “Public safety is our num- The Daily Journal In parallel moves aimed itive step. However, if this pro- ber one priority at all our posal constitutes the total com- Corps of Engineers’ rec at procuring much-needed funds in the recent flood- mitment to fulfilling the gover- areas,” said Nancy Rogers, nor’s promise, it would be short- natural resource manager. ing’s aftermath, the Mendocino County Board changing our kids. I remain opti- “The edge of the lake has mistic that the former is true,” submerged hazards that of Supervisors and the Ukiah City Council State Schools Chief Jack make entering it dangerous.” O’Connell said Tuesday follow- Lake Mendocino manage- approved resolutions declaring local emergencies ing the release of the governor’s ment staff are working to proposed budget for education in clean up the mess and assess and asking Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to seek the 2006-07 fiscal year. damages as the water level Mendocino County Office of declines. federal aid. Should the governor suc- Education Superintendent Paul “We’re taking these steps Tichinin, too, indicated he is because they are critically cessfully lobby Washing- ton, D.C. to declare encouraged by the proposal, but important to maintaining not convinced it will transpire. public safety, and we are Mendocino County a feder- al disaster area, an entire “I am very encouraged by the looking forward to having apparent change in attitude and the public return to the recre- spectrum of national assis- tance becomes available to his willingness to honor his previ- ational areas as soon as pos- ous commitment. I am concerned sible,” said Lt. Col. Tom local jurisdictions, as well Feir, district commander. as individuals harmed by See BUDGET, Page 16 Recreation areas at the the disaster. lake are expected to be In the midst of financial closed for approximately and civic conditions -- WHAT’S AHEAD IN 2006 two weeks and maybe called “extreme peril” -- longer, depending on how local resources are increas- long it takes for water levels ingly overwhelmed in deal- Federal cuts, in the lake to decline. ing with the far-reaching impacts of the flooding, the resolutions state. graduation STEPS TO SMOOTH Amy Wellnitz/The Daily Journal After City Manager Water at four thou- Candace Horsley, acting as requirements sand cubic feet per director of emergency ser- FLOOD RECOVERY second spills vices, prepared a local through Coyote The Daily Journal emergency proclamation a challenge Dam Thursday. At Dec. 30, the City Council As Mendocino County right, Park Mana- Editor’s note: This is the second of residents wait for state and had seven days to ratify the three parts in a series about what res- ger Merle Griffin, document to qualify for idents can expect from government in national officials to deter- with the U.S. Army mine how much flood assis- financial aid under 2006, and looks at local educational Corps of Engi- California’s Natural issues. tance can be provided, there neers, circles a are a few steps that can be Disaster Assistance Act. camp site at the These resolutions must be By LAURA CLARK taken to streamline the Keyn Campground The Daily Journal potential process. reviewed at least every 14 on the north side of days, like all emergency With a huge cut in federal • Property owners, Lake Mendocino. A funding looming over education including business owners, resolutions. picnic table in the A local emergency decla- and stricter graduation require- should contact their insur- foreground is cov- ments, 2006 promises to be a ance carriers. ered with debris. challenging year for students, • Residents should docu- See FUNDING, Page 2 teachers and administrators. ment flood-related damage, President Bush is expected to preferably by taking pho- sign the 2006 Labor, Health and tographs. Human Services and Education • Residents should keep Flood refuse moved to transfer station Appropriations bill, which would original receipts for replace- By SETH FREEDLAND take effect July 1. In doing so, ment materials purchased. funding for Title 1 in California City officials have devel- The Daily Journal One of the biggest eyesores in the wake of the would be reduced by nearly $68 oped a storm damage million, when compared to the assessment form to assist recent flooding is now nothing but a stinky mem- ory. president’s proposed budget, residents and institutions in according to Hilary McLean, documenting and calculat- County officials moved the mound of water- logged debris constructed in Hopland at Feliz press secretary at State ing storm damage. These Superintendent Jack O’Connell’s forms are available at City Creek Road and Mountain House Road to the Ukiah Valley Office. Hall, 300 Seminary Ave., IN HOPLAND In addition, funding for Ukiah. The form will be Transfer Station by Wednesday night. The transport -- done large- California students with disabili- available online within the ties will be reduced by $630 per next few days. ly because the Ukiah site allows for appropriate drainage -- was aided by Chamberlain Creek student; the Even Start program A special Emergency will be reduced by approximately Services Public Information inmate work crews. Paul Caylor, county solid waste management $15 million; funding for career telephone hotline has been technical education in the state established to aid residents director, said the California Department of Corrections workers have hauled more than 80 will be reduced by about $3 mil- with any questions. Anyone lion, and Safe and Drug Free can call it, between 7:30 tons of garbage since Tuesday. The latest county step began Thursday with free debris clearing at School funding in California will a.m. and 5 p.m., at 463- be reduced by approximately 6733. no charge for Hopland residents. Prior to disposal, residents -- including those $10.5 million, McLean said. Residents of the unincor- For Mendocino County, these K.C. Meadows/The Daily Journal from the county’s unincorporated areas -- must porated areas of Mendocino cuts are impacted by the pressure County who sustained The trash at the Hopland drop site, shown here Wednesday call 467-2552 to receive a disaster debris receipt morning, was removed to the Ukiah Transfer Station See STEPS, Page 16 Wednesday night. See REFUSE, Page 16 See AHEAD, Page 16 2 – FRIDAY, JAN. 6, 2006 DAILY DIGEST Editor: Jody Martinez, 468-3517 The Ukiah Daily Journal [email protected] FUNERAL NOTICES Coast men jailed on [\ towards the end of WWII and Jan Williams. moved to Ukiah in August VIVIAN “JEAN” SUTHERLAND and worked for the Funeral Services will be 1945, where he worked with Vivian “Jean” Mendocino County schools held on Monday, January 9, the Mendocino County road kidnapping charges Sutherland died Monday for many years. This is 2006 at the Eversole crews for the majority of his By BEN BROWN Derose said he told King January 2, 2006 at a local where she met her future Mortuary beginning at 2:00 working career. He served The Daily Journal and Schmidt to take him to a hospital with her family by husband, Bob Sutherland. PM. Interment will follow at four years in the US Navy Two Fort Bragg men were house in Laytonville where her side. A native of Albion, Jean also had a great love the Ukiah Cemetery. during the 50’s. arrested Sunday on suspicion the drugs or money were kept. Jean was 84 and had lived for horses and dogs. She Arrangements are under Thomas is survived by of kidnapping, robbery and Once there, Derose called 911 most of her life in the Ukiah was a 50 year member of the care of Eversole his wife, Edith of Nampa, false imprisonment. P.E.O., a 47 year member Mortuary. Idaho, and his sister, Karen and summoned police. He area. Her father, W.A. According to the provided a description of the Thorton, worked at the of Cultus, the Eastern Star (Elting) (Rogers) Kilgore of [\ Mendocino County Sheriff’s men and their car to police Albion Lumber Company for many years, a Life Ukiah, CA, three step-chil- Office, William King, 42, and when she was a little girl. Member of the Sunhouse THOMAS LEE KURT dren, five nephews, one and sheriff’s deputies. Donald Schmidt, 36, abducted The two suspects were Jean was a graduate of Guild, Life Member of Cal Thomas Lee Kurt, age niece, grandchildren, and and robbed Robert Derose, Ukiah High School and was University Alumni Club. 72, passed away on those who he kept close as found with their car in the 30, of Laytonville. Willits area and were detained very proud of graduating Jean is survived by her December 3, 2005 in his friends. According to Derose, King from Cal-Berkeley in 1943 cousins: Joyce Thorton, home in Nampa, Idaho, There were no services by Willits police and a sher- and Schmidt forced him into iff’s deputy. Derose identified with degrees in psychology Steve Thorton and his wife with his wife Edith at his held, and Memorial contri- their car in downtown and anthropology. She had Julie, Larry Thorton and side. butions may be made, in Laytonville. They allegedly them as the men who commit- worked for 2 years at the his wife Judy, Susan and Born in Oakland, CA on lieu of flowers, to the drove Derose to a remote ted the crimes against him. Oakland Naval Supply her husband Ralph Maize September 9, 1933, Thomas American Cancer Society. location south of Laytonville King and Schmidt were and beat and threatened him. booked into Mendocino The extent of Derose’s County Jail and held on Please sign the guest book at www.ukiahdailyjournal.com. Funeral notices are paid announcements. For information on how to injuries is unknown. $125,000 bond. MCSO Capt. place a paid funeral notice or make corrections to funeral notices please call our classified department at 468-3529. Allegedly, King and Kurt Smallcomb said the investigation remains open. Death notices are free for Mendocino County residents. Death notices are limited to name of deceased, hometown, age, date of Schmidt wanted the return of death, date, time, and place of services and the funeral home handling the arrangements. For information on how to place a one pound of marijuana that A preliminary hearing is free death notice please call our editorial department at 468-3500. the two suspects had given scheduled for Jan. 19 in Derose, or the money Willits. obtained from the sale of the Ben Brown can be reached at Mendocino County Monday, to call for a federal emergency representatives from national drugs. [email protected]. Funding the state will help pay for local declaration, which can bring agencies like the Federal Emer- services, like sandbagging and assistance for services like tem- police overtime. State funding porary housing and food distri- gency Management Agency ving under the influence of an intoxi- Continued from Page 1 POLICE REPORTS cant: all DUI cases reported by law for restoration and repairing of bution. The governor has a full and the Small Business enforcement agencies are reported by ration enables the council to public buildings and facilities is 30 days to request a presidential Administration are not avail- The following were the newspaper. assess damaged property and compiled from reports also available, including fixing declaration of a major disaster. able to provide assistance. provide property tax relief. public utilities and repairing Officials stress that unless prepared by the Ukiah CORRECTIONS Because Schwarzenegger Seth Freedland can be reached Police Department. To infrastructure. Mendocino County is officially • In a Page 1 analysis on declared a state of emergency in The governor has five days declared a federal disaster area, at [email protected]. anonymously report crime information, call the flood in Thursday’s Daily 463-6205. Journal, John Almida’s name ARREST -- Shelby Marci, was misspelled. Schwarzenegger proposes massive bond 35, of Hopland, was arrested • An anonymous source, on suspicion of driving under who has lived on Washo Drive By TOM CHORNEAU and I were No. 1. What hap- the influence at the intersec- for 25 years and who was Associated Press Writer STATE OF THE STATE pened?” he said, in a reference tion of West Mill Street and quoted in Wednesday’s article SACRAMENTO — to the University of Southern South State Street at 5:43 p.m. regarding Coyote Dam’s role Attempting to rekindle his speech proposed a bold pro- lion budget-deficit bonds vot- California’s loss Wednesday Wednesday. in the flood, said this was the image as a bipartisan populist, gram for rebuilding the state’s ers approved in 2004, which night in the college football biggest “flood” he’s seen, not Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger aging freeways, bridges, will be paid off in 2010, he title game. storm. on Thursday urged coopera- He acknowledged turning a The Ukiah Daily Journal reserves this schools, universities, court said. DA REPORTS space to correct errors or make clarifications tion among lawmakers and systems and levees. He also Genest said the payments deaf ear to the majority of to news articles. Errors may be reported to proposed a sweeping $222 bil- proposed building two new would be the same because California voters, who told CHARGES DROPPED -- the editor, 468-3526. lion public works program prisons and improving the the infrastructure bonds would pollsters they didn’t want a Charges of corporal injury to that would require the largest state’s air quality. be repaid over a longer period special election in 2005, but a spouse against Robert bond package in state history. The governor proposed of time. said he begins the new year Rafael Briseno, 29, of LOTTERY NUMBERS The governor’s annual spending $222.6 billion in Even some members of “happy and hopeful and Redwood Valley, were dis- State of the State speech con- wiser.” missed Thursday, due to DAILY 3: night: 0, 8, 7. public works improvements Schwarzenegger’s own party, afternoon: 9, 8, 1. trasted sharply with the com- over 20 years, to be paid in however, hesitated to support Throughout the speech, insufficient evidence. bative tone he struck a year Schwarzenegger tried to repo- Those arrested by law enforcement FANTASY 5: 04, 15, 23, part by $68 billion in new such a massive new spending officers are innocent until proven guilty. 25, 27. ago. Instead, he addressed general obligation bonds. program. sition himself in the political People reported as having been arrest- issues basic to the lives of His plan would need to be Assemblyman Ray Haynes, center, a step that could be ed may contact the Daily Journal once DAILY DERBY: 1st most Californians, including crucial for his re-election their case has been concluded so the Place: 01, Gold Rush. 2nd approved by the Legislature R-Murrieta, said the state results can be reported. Those who feel more funding for public and then go before voters in a already has enough money to chances as a Republican run- the information is in error should con- Place: 11, Money Bags. 3rd schools, rebuilding freeways series of elections between handle the projects ning in a state where two- tact the appropriate agency. In the case Place: 03, Hot Shot. and transit systems, improv- 2006 and 2014. Schwarzenegger envisions. thirds of voters are registered of those arrested on suspicion of dri- Race time: 1:42.31. ing air quality and raising the Schwarzenegger said his “We did more with $40 bil- as Democrats or indepen- minimum wage. plan is necessary to keep pace lion, which was what the bud- dents. ideas” to control state spend- He asked Californians to with California’s expanding get was when I first came to “I hope the members of the KEY PROPOSALS ing. move beyond a year filled population, which is expected the Legislature, than what we Legislature also got the mes- — Proposed $1.67 billion with acrimony over his failed to hit 46 million people by are doing now with nearly sage that people want us to OUTLINED BY GOVERNOR in school funding on top of special election and devoid of work together,” the governor 2025. The state has not $100 billion,” he said. the $2.3 billion increase significant political accom- embarked on such a massive The governor pledged that said. “I have always felt that Associated Press plishment. the people are my partners.” Key points made by Gov. required by Proposition 98. series of public works projects his plan would be fiscally — Suggested a one-year “I have absorbed my defeat since the 1960s, and the gov- sound and would not overbur- His proposed budget for the Arnold Schwarzenegger on and I’ve learned my lesson. ernor said it faces an estimat- den a state that grappled with 2006-07 fiscal year is expect- Thursday in his State of the freeze on student fees at pub- And the people, who always ed $500 billion in so-called multibillion dollar budget ed to include about $4 billion State address: lic colleges and universities. have the last word, sent a clear infrastructure needs over the deficits before he took office more for public schools and a — Proposed a 10-year, — Urged lawmakers to message — cut the warfare, next two decades. in 2003. One aspect of his freeze in university fees. A $222.6 billion public works pass legislation that would cool the rhetoric, find com- “Our systems are at the “Strategic Growth Plan” predicted $5.2 billion in extra, program to make improve- require satellite monitoring of mon ground and fix the prob- breaking point now,” he said. would constitutionally cap unanticipated tax revenue next ments in transportation, edu- sex offenders. lems together,” “But we cannot be over- debt payments, limiting them fiscal year gives the governor cation, public safety and flood Schwarzenegger said before a whelmed by this reality. We to no more than 6 percent of a welcome boost. control facilities. packed Assembly chamber. cannot freeze in the face of the state’s general fund rev- He also has proposed a $1- — Called for a $1 increase “To my fellow Californians, I this future. We cannot bury enue. an-hour raise over two years in the minimum wage over say, ‘Message received.”’ our head in the sand and say, The address by California’s in the state’s minimum wage. two years. The governor’s speech was ‘If we don’t build it, they 38th governor contrasted — Asked lawmakers to his third State of the State Democratic leaders wel- won’t come.”’ sharply with his speech a year comed Schwarzenegger’s call give him their “innovative address but was widely The governor’s office ago. At that time, he threat- viewed as among the most for cooperation, saying they issued a report outlining pro- ened a special election if law- were willing to work with him pivotal appearances of his posed expenditures and ways makers didn’t meet his political career. Facing re- to pay them off, including demands on a variety of bud- in the spirit of what Assembly JANUARY election in November, his task general obligation bonds, toll get and government reforms. Speaker Fabian Nunez called DETAIL CENTER was to persuade Californians lanes and existing funds. It was his first statewide “principled compromise.” to set aside any lingering bit- The bond package could be speech since voters rejected 859 N. State Street FLAVOR terness over last year’s elec- paid back largely without rais- all four of his ballot measures Yoga for a Better Life (707) 462-4472 tion campaign and regain the ing taxes, said Mike Genest, on Nov. 8. He acknowledged CINNAMON bipartisan image that made the state’s finance director. the defeat, showing flashes of YOGA him so popular his first year in That could be accomplished his trademark humor. Dent ICE CREAM office. by redirecting payments the “And what a difference a LOFT The vision Schwarzenegger state is making on the $15 bil- year makes. A year ago, USC 115 W. Church St • Ukiah • 468-YOGA Repair 1252 Airport Park Blvd, Suite B-6 laid out in the 23-minute Behind Les Schwab

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BELTONES – Country music and dance; 7 to 10:30 p.m.; Ukiah Senior Center; 499 Leslie St.; $8 for members, $9 for non members; bring finger food to share. PROFESSIONAL PIANIST CONCERT – Live Music; 7 p.m.,; Mendocino College Center Theater; 1000 Hensley Creek Road; Ukiah; tickets are on sale at Mendocino Book Co., Ukiah Music Center and Leaves of Grass in Willits; $10 per students and seniors; $15 general and $25; 468- 8910. SUNDAY

PROFESSIONAL PIANIST CONCERT – Live Music; 2 p.m.,; Mendocino College Center Theater; 1000 Hensley Creek Road; Ukiah; tickets are on sale at Mendocino Book Co., Ukiah Music Center and Leaves of Grass in Willits; $10 per students and seniors; $15 general and $25; 468- 8910. DANCE WAVE – Freestyle community dance for fitness and release; Mendocino Ballet Studio; 205 S. State St., Ukiah; 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; sliding scale donation; 489-3345. WEEKLY DART TOURNEY – Weekly dart tournaments are held Sundays at the Hopland Brewery; 13351 Hwy 101 S., Hopland; 3 to 6 p.m.; 744-1361. MEDITATION ON THE INNER LIGHT AND SOUND – Meditation instruction and weekly group practice; 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Willits; free; call for directions; 459-4444

A sense of community The flood that left much of the Solar Living Center underwater in the early hours of New Year’s Day also in a remote place burned down a dome containing furniture, solar panels, the intern library, and years of memorabilia. I first became aware of the Spy Rock community when the Community Foundation Raging waters inundate received a grant proposal from the Spy Rock Community Support Group requesting funds for the pur- chase a computer in order to SLC, ignite dome inferno “provide basic computer training to community mem- The Daily Journal bers and students of Spy In the early morning Rock School.” The grant hours of Dec. 31, the three application explained that “in interns living in the dome at the isolated mountain com- the Solar Living Institute in munity. . . access to computer Hopland were awoken by technology is limited and in the sound of moving water. some areas, unavailable alto- Giving Back Their dwellings were being gether.” swallowed by a raging flood The road to the Spy Rock By Susanne Norgard -- the largest in Hopland School and Community Center install a bank of pho- since at least 1964. Center does not have a sign. tovoltaic cells on the hillside The young men, who It takes off east of Highway to help power the facilities. came to Mendocino County 101 about 10 miles north of Students monitor the voltage, from around the country to Laytonville, just past watching the PG&E meter learn about sustainability, Rattlesnake Summit. Drive spin in reverse as the solar quickly found themselves four miles on the unpaved panels capture the sun’s ener- dealing with the more County road, round the bend, gy. In the winter, the credits immediate concern of sur- and there, on a promontory from sunny days are spent to vival. with a 360-degree view, sits minimize the annual total After evacuating their the School. energy bill. Tim Henry is the sleeping quarters in the low- The School and teacher who spearheaded the lying areas of the site, and Community Center are at the solar project. He has been relocating to higher ground, hub of a community that planning lessons for the 13 they watched in amazement includes approximately 200 students for the past three as their common kitchen and people living in the remote years, and the solar energy living area in the geodesic stretches of the region. The panels have become a part of dome on the site was con- computer funded by the math and other lessons. sumed by a raging inferno, Tim lives on another ridge while they witnessed the rest Community Foundation holds Intern Eric Fox stands amidst the watery devastation that caused a minimum the community’s mailing list about 40 minutes away. His of the site’s features being youthful air, blond hair, and of $150,000 in damages. There will be a cleanup effort Saturday at 9 a.m. and is used to produce a consumed by the flood. intense blue eyes radiate a “There’s over eight feet Volunteers should bring boots, gloves and water, and lunch will be provided. newsletter that disseminates sincerity and warmth that information about school and of running water washing the Solar Living Center. In Fire Department was able to Institute is also asking the help him to keep order in the across the site, we can’t see addition to the burned-out access the site by boat, and public to make donations community programs. multi-graded classroom that Students at the school and the cars in the parking lot, dome, the flood also free the stranded interns toward its flood-relief fund covers kindergarten to sixth and the dome burned down,” destroyed two trucks, two from their confinement. raising goal of $200,000. adults from the area also use grade. While six of the the computer on a regular said intern Eric Fox in the cars, and a tractor. Many of They are now essentially The support of the commu- younger students gather first of the morning light. the natural buildings on the flood evacuees and living in nity is requested to assist the basis. around a table listening to a The parking lot, in front of For 45 minutes the fire site will need repair work, the barn of a co-worker. SLI in getting back on its reading program monitored burned in the middle of the although most of them sur- The Solar Living Institute feet quickly, so it can contin- the one-room schoolhouse by the teacher’s aide, Tim and Community Center flood. Furniture, solar pan- vived the floods remarkably itself is now a muddy mess, ue its mission of promoting speaks to the older students, els, the entire intern library, well. But more conventional and staff and interns are sustainable living through building, doubles as the play- who sit at desks surrounded and years of archived pic- ground for jump rope and structures like storage sheds working hard to clean up inspirational environmental by walls covered with their tures, posters and SLI mem- with their entire contents of and prepare to rebuild. The education. Donations can be other recess games. A pas- artwork, bookshelves, and a orabilia were destroyed. The tools, supplies and other interns, outfitted with new made online at www.solar- sage between the two tidy blackboard listing what’s combination of fire and equipment were swept away rubber boots and gloves, living.org. at the Real Goods buildings leads to the school coming up and what’s due. flood did a minimum of in the devastation. will be leading a cleanup store at the Solar Living garden and orchard that are In this remote setting, stu- $150,000 in damage to the It was not until later that day this Saturday, starting at Center (now re-opened) or tended by students and com- dents travel many miles on structures and grounds of afternoon that the Hopland 9 a.m. The Solar Living by calling 744.2017. munity volunteers. dirt roads to attend school On the autumn day when a and participate in a commu- Community Foundation rep- nity setting. Now they are resentative visited, the moth- linked not only to each other, Ukiah Garden Club Community Coalition for er of one of the students was but to the bigger world, with COMMUNITY BRIEFS to meet Wednesday gang prevention presents in the Community Center the acquisition of the com- kitchen making spaghetti puter. This small effort rein- for ‘Love of Lavender’ next meeting on Thursday with homemade sauce for forces the motto of the The regular meeting of the Ukiah The next general meeting of the lunch. Parents make the Community Foundation of Parents Promoting Peace school lunch every day. Mendocino County project to provide series Garden Club will be Wednesday, Jan. 11, Community Coalition for Gang Community members stop in “…together we can do more of parenting education at 1:30 p.m. at the Clubhouse 1203 W. Prevention will be Thursday, Jan. 12 at 6 to use the computer, which is for the communities we Clay St. The topic to be presented is p.m. at Grace Hudson Elementary School serving the purpose for which love.” For more information The Parents Promoting Peace Project “Love of Lavender.” K.C. Chamberlain, in the cafeteria (251 Jefferson Lane, it was intended. on what the Community (P4) will provide a series of parenting the speaker, is the co-owner of Harvest Ukiah). A completely different Foundation does, please visit education classes at Grace Hudson moons Farms in Laytonville where they The Coalition is a group of volunteers grant, this one from British our Web site, community- Elementary School starting Wednesday, create and produce lavender products. committed to fostering a community Petroleum, helped the Spy found.org or call us at 468- Jan. 11, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the cafete- She will discuss growing and distilling response to the growing issue of gang Rock School and Community 9882. ria, and continuing for six weeks. and many other uses for lavender. There violence among youth in Mendocino These classes will be offered in will be a slide presentation and a show of County by creating opportunities for con- English and Spanish by parents who have been trained to present the Second Step lavender products. versations and networking of people, method which promotes empathy, prob- Upcoming events are: Jan. 25 -- a dis- organizations and agencies with the com- To submit information lem-solving, and anger management. trict meeting held in Nice. Clearlake mon goal of gang prevention and provid- Childcare will be provided. There will Trowel and Trellis Club will be the host- ing a safe, nurturing environment for our for the Community be a 30 minute social time at 6:30 which esses; March 22 -- A meeting open to the children. will include food for parents and chil- public with the topic “What Grows in Those interested in meeting this grow- section, fax 468-3544 dren. Incentives of money to eligible par- Ukiah”; May 21 -- “A Garden Tour: ing problem head on are invited to come ticipants or other gifts will be provided to Secret Gardens of Redwood Valley”; and be part of the solution. This is a part- or send an email to those who complete the full six week May 23 -- The Spring Plant Sale. Anyone nership open to all community members course. interested in membership should call in Mendocino County. [email protected] For more information, call Christine at 462-8520 or Linda at Grace Hudson Carol Ann Hulsman, membership chair, For more information, please contact School, 165 Jefferson Lane. 463-3813. at 463-0450. Sue Hawley, chair, at 744-7585. 4 – FRIDAY, JAN. 6, 2006 FORUM Editor: K.C. Meadows, 468-3526 The Ukiah Daily Journal [email protected] Letters from our readers VIEWPOINTS Thoughts from someone who’s been through a disaster THOMAS D. ELIAS To the Editor: I recently had the pleasure of working with the Red Cross volunteers at the shelter established at the high school. It brought back some rather unpleasant memories of October, 2003 when a wildfire destroyed my home, along with 2,400 others in San Both sides mad Diego county, It got me thinking about what helped me most, and how my experi- doesn’t make it right ence might help those whose homes and businesses flooded recently. It's comforting to editors and reporters when they catch criticism from both sides of an issue. Their rea- The aftermath soning: when they offend both sides, that usually Groups like the Red Cross, Salvation means they are doing something right. Army, Tzu Chi Buddhist Foundation, But not always. There are times when catching it impromptu community organizations, and from both sides can mean you are just plain wrong, anonymous donors helped with immediate missing some essential point. needs such as housing, clothing, food and So it has been the last few weeks with Gov. Arnold money, community distribution centers Schwarzenegger, taking heat from Republicans for not staffed by volunteers sprang up, accepting only naming Democrat Susan Kennedy his chief of and sorting donations of anything potential- staff, but gratuitously adding that he could find no one ly useful. Since we were in a federal disas- in the GOP fit to run his office. ter area, FEMA and SBA (“We’re from the Meanwhile, Democrats also are un unhappy with government and we’re here to help”) were ed to the entire group. Posting a problem take the initiative and help them get it. him. He ousted Terry Tamminem, the only certified also there, along with other federal and usually resulted in several quick responses, Don’t expect them to “get over it” quickly. environmentalist in his administration, as cabinet sec- local government representatives. “One- often with a solution. If nobody had an For me, it took over two months for the retary and replaced him with Fred Aguiar, a former stop” assistance centers had everything immediate solution, at least we knew we extent of the loss to sink in. For about 3 journeyman Republican legislator. And he installed under one roof. weren’t alone and could brainstorm togeth- months, I was uncomfortable around fires Dan Dunmoyer, a leading insurance industry lobbyist er. The group also issued laminated ID in fireplaces. Did I mention that besides not in Sacramento, as Aguiar's deputy and his own senior Why me? cards with photos and signatures which got being a lawyer or accountant, I’m also not adviser for policy development. The bad new is there’s probably no satis- us discounts at some local businesses. a mental health expert? If you have any If all this was supposed to make Schwarzenegger factory answer. The good news is, you can concerns about your feelings, responses or appear more like a moderate centrist and give him stop looking for one. You weren’t singled Insurance actions, check with a qualified professional. more appeal to the crucial 18 percent of registered vot- out for this, and your name didn’t suddenly I’m not a lawyer so everything here is Need more? ers who call themselves independents, it did not. appear on the wrong side of some cosmic just my personal opinion, based on my own I can’t possibly cover everything here, If “naughty and nice” list. The Asian tsunami For it turns out there was a theme to the experiences and observations. Check with you have specific questions or concerns, or Schwarzenegger staff shakeup, which may still see a year after the fire really put things in per- an insurance lawyer for specific informa- if you just want to know more things that spective for me. Besides the incomprehen- some more shaking. That theme was not the good-gov- tion about your situation. If you have insur- I’m not (it’s a very long list), you can email ernment message the governor touted. sible death toll, many of the survivors prob- ance, but not flood coverage, don’t lose all me at [email protected]. Include ably didn’t even know what insurance was. hope. Read your policy carefully. If you your phone number, I’ll do my best, but I Rather, the common thread here is to see that his big At least I had a house under construction. If don’t understand something, find out what can’t promise a quick response, or even any donors are pleased, especially the big business inter- you lost irreplaceable mementos, remember it means. Carefully evaluate all damage to response at all, to every email. ests that dominate the California Chamber of that the important thing about mementos determine if some might have been caused Don Rowe Commerce. are the memories that go with the., No nat- by rain, wind, falling trees, or something Ukiah On its face, the Dunmoyer appointment clearly ural disaster can take those memories from other than an overflowing river. Did your places a chief advocate for some of the governor's us. insurance agent ever say something that Efforts not in vain largest campaign donors (Mercury Insurance, 21st made you believe you might be covered for Century Insurance and more) directly at his ear. Don’t be victimized twice flood damage? You’ll find lots of good To the Editor: How the Kennedy selection fits into the do-for- Natural disasters can bring out the best advice at www,carehelp, or, www.policy- As a parent of two school age children your-donors mold is a bit harder to see. She is, after all, and worst in people, There are many dedi- holdersofamerica.org, and www.unitedpoli- (my son is 11 at Oak Manor, and my a longtime Democrat, a onetime aide to Sen. Dianne cated people offering assistance, and also a cyholders.org. The California Department daughter is 13 at Pomolita), I am express- Feinstein, the former cabinet secretary to the ousted few con artists. If you’re approached by of Insurance (http://insurance.ca.qov) han- ing my gratitude to all involved in our Gov. Gray Davis, an open lesbian and a longtime pro- someone offering cheap cleanup or repairs, dles complaints against insurance compa- schools anti-gang education that became a abortion activist. especially if they ask for money in nies, and also has a mediation program to part of the fifth grade curriculum last advance, ask for references and profession- But she also possesses a long record of dealing hap- help resolve disputes. school year (the program titled Gang pily with and for the political donors of her patrons. al credentials and check them carefully Resistance is Paramount; G.R.I.P). The Even some former Davis aides now admit their old before paying, Taxes community Coalition for Gang Prevention (contacts Sue Hawley 744-7585 or Carole boss in effect sold public policy for campaign dona- Besides not being a lawyer, I’m also not tions. If that was true - and the voters perceived it that Try to avoid shortcuts an accountant, so again, check with a quali- Hester 468-8197) and G.R.I.P. educated me I know it’s tempting to get it over with, and my children about the graffiti, the way before and during the 2003 recall election that fied expert for details on your situation. At installed Schwarzenegger in Sacramento - then but keep in mind that people aren’t always www/irs.qov you’ll find forms, publica- clothing styles and colors. Thank you for at their most rational during a crisis. Give caring about our youth. Kennedy had to be playing a key role, as the cabinet tions and instructions pertaining to losses. secretary is the governor's chief liaison to cabinet offi- yourself a little extra time. Friends and rel- A good place to start is publication 2194, Thank you Chief William, Captain atives mean well, but just because they Dewey, Sgt. Trent Taylor, and the numer- cers who oversee departments that enforce laws and “Disaster Loss Kit for Individuals,” and regulations and carry out gubernatorial policies. know someone doesn’t necessarily mean publication 2194B “Disaster Loss Kit for ous personnel in out Ukiah Police that person is really good. Reputable busi- Businesses.” As I write this, Mendocino Department. Thanks to the businesses who No one outside an administration is generally privy nesses shouldn’t mind answering relevant county is not a declared federal disaster donate in the case of graffiti clean up to those dealings, but Kennedy has a record that goes questions, and should willingly provide ref- area. If this changes, you may be eligible efforts. Thank you to Carlos Jacinto, beyond her Davis-era private meetings. erences and professional credentials. Take for extra tax relief, and possibly an imme- Nuestra Casa, and council member John During Davis's waning months, he installed her as a the time to check them out. I made some diate refund from taxes paid in previous McCowen. Council member John member of the state Public Utilities Commission, decisions based on a recommendation from years. State disaster tax law is different and McCowen responded immediately to my where she steadily voted for the wishes of the big com- someone I thought I could trust, just to be complicated. If you’re not comfortable call regarding gang graffiti on the Dolan panies that body regulates. done with it. It caught up with me later in working through tax details, you’ll proba- Creek bridge. John McCowen is correct: From nixing a nascent PUC rule giving cellphone the form of extra work, additional expenses bly save money by hiring a professional our children should not have to see this in customers 30 days to back out of a contract when they and delays. If you’re a contractor or other experienced with disaster losses. their community nor do we want out chil- discover they can get no signal where they need it service provider to find a little extra dren to begin to accept this graffiti as part most, to letting gas utilities give up domestic natural patience, and don’t take the occasional Helping those in need of what’s “normal.” He’s also correct that gas supplies and thus create an artifical need for lique- emotional outburst personally. If you know someone who suffered a graffiti prevention can’t rely on anyone fied natural gas from foreign sources, Kennedy voted loss and want to help, here are a few per- individual or group, but requires a commu- for it. The long term sonal opinions, offered at no charge and nity effort. Thank you Carole Stump and We evolved from “fire victims” to “fire Ukiah Unified School District personnel. Companies involved in those decisions, from worth at least half that. Don’t lecture them Cingular to ChevronTexaco to Sempra Energy, all survivors” and finally, simply “fire folk.” about what’s important. We know it was Thank you to all for your dedication to After finding housing and establishing educate us, to prevent and clean up our were significant donors to Davis in his day - and also “just stuff,” but it was our stuff, and some have opened their wallets for Schwarzenegger. some semblance of a life, what helped most was irreplaceable. Don’t offer broken, or community’s gang activities. I realize I left was information. There were numerous heavily damaged junk you’ve been mean- our a numerous amount of your names and Her votes for them were one reason community meetings about many aspects of ing to throw out. If you’re serious about efforts. What you are doing is not in vain. Schwarzenegger eagerly introduced her as "pro-busi- the recovery process. We formed an unoffi- helping, don’t just say “call if you need Lisa Vance ness, just like me." For sure, that's her record. cial community organization with weekly something.” Find out something they need, Ukiah Also for sure, Schwarzenegger would have trouble meetings and a yahoo.com group. This let finding anyone in the California GOP with a similar all group members with Internet access post record of pleasing and appeasing big campaign donors, messages which were immediately emailed not merely under one governor, but two. She's plainly to everyone in the group. Those without WHERE TO WRITE a longtime participant in the phenomenon Republicans regular email could login at a friend’s called "pay to play" when Davis was doing it, one they house or public library to read all the latest President George Bush: The White Sacramento, 95814. (916) 319-2001; Santa call "pro-business" now that their guy is governor. group messages. Anyone with a problem, House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., Washing- Rosa, 576-2526; FAX, Santa Rosa, 576- This kind of activity was why voters polled after the solution, or concern was instantly connect- ton, D.C. 20500; (202) 456-1111, FAX 2297. Berg's field representative in Ukiah November special election that proved so unsettling to (202)456-2461. office located at 104 W. Church St, Ukiah, Schwarzenegger told pollster Mark Baldassare of the Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger: 95482, 463-5770. The office’s fax number is Public Policy Institute of California their actions con- LETTER POLICY State Capitol, Sacramento, 95814. (916) 463-5773. E-mail to: stituted an expression of distrust in the governor - and The Daily Journal welcomes letters to the 445-2841; FAX (916)445-4633 [email protected] all of government. editor. All letters must include a clear name, Sen. Barbara Boxer: 112 Hart Senate Senator Wes Chesbro: State Senate After all, they have now seen two consecutive signature, return address and phone number. Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20510; District 2, Capitol Building, Room 5100, administrations where donor interests appear to take Letters are generally published in the order (202)224-3553; San Francisco, (415) 403- Sacramento, 95814. (916) 445-3375; FAX priority over almost all others. The fact that they are received, but shorter, concise letters 0100 FAX (415) 956-6701 are given preference. Because of the volume (916) 323-6958. Ukiah office is P.O. Box Schwarzenegger could make extremely pro-big busi- of letters coming in, letters of more than 400 Sen. Dianne Feinstein: 331 Hart Sen- 785, Ukiah, 95482, 468-8914, FAX 468- ness appointments in the wake of that election is a sure words in length may take longer to be print- ate Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20510. 8931. District offices at 1040 Main St., Suite sign the message of both that vote and the recall of two ed. Names will not be withheld for any rea- (202)224-3841 FAX (202) 228-3954; San 205, Napa, 94559, 224-1990, 50 D St., Suite years earlier still has not sunk in. son. If we are aware that you are connected Francisco (415) 393-0707; senator@fein- 120A, Santa Rosa, 95404, 576-2771, and to a local organization or are an elected offi- stein.senate.gov 317 3rd St., Suite 6, Eureka, 95501, 445- cial writing about the organization or body 6508. Email: [email protected]. Thomas D. Elias is a syndicated columnist. on which you serve, that will be included in Congressman Mike Thompson: 1st your signature. If you want to make it clear District, 231 Cannon Office Bldg, Washing- Mendocino County Supervisors: you are not speaking for that organization, ton, D.C. 20515. (202) 225-3311; FAX Michael Delbar, 1st District; Jim Watten- you should do so in your letter.All letters (202)225-4335. 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Students seek help in fund raising Mendocino County Martin Luther King COMMUNITY BRIEFS for New York trip Jr. Day Observance set for Jan. 15 The public can help raise money for a school trip to New The 13th annual Mendocino County Martin Luther King, Jr. York, between now and February for local students. Take recy- Day Observance will be Sunday, Jan. 15 and Monday, Jan. 16. Jackson State Forest Environmental clable plastic and cans to Valley Recycling at 3201 N. State St. Sunday’s observance will be held at the Ukiah Seventh Day Report available locally (behind Lightels) and tell them it’s for the New York trip. Ask Adventist Church, at 1390 Laurel Avenue in Ukiah. The pro- for a receipt, put the name of the child to get the credit towards gram will begin at 6:30 p.m. The free program will feature a The State Department of Forestry and Fire Protection has his/her trip on it and turn it into Mr. Mastros, at Pomolita wide range of music including gospel and chorale music the contracted with Creative Workshop in Ukiah to produce and School, or leave it the receipt with Vicky or Larry Wolfe at program will also include audio/visual documentary and a make available to the public for purchase, the new Jackson Valley Recycling. They will forward to Mr. Mastros. Recycling keynote speech. State Forest Environmental Impact Report SCH#2004022925. donated without a specific name will be distributed equally Monday’s observance will feature testimonials from commu- The 700 page report is produced in three spiral bound books among all the students. nity members and performances from artists in the community. which include 38 full color 11x17 map foldouts and 34 addi- This free program will begin at 4 p.m. The location is to be tional color pages. It is a complete copy and can be purchased Peace Vigil to be held every Friday determined. for the cost of $201.40 per report. Cost includes tax, handling The two day celebration is in observance of the National and USPS Priority Mail. For an additional freight charge, the in Ukiah at County Courthouse Holiday in honor of Rev./Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his report can be shipped United Parcel Service. legacy. These two free events are provided to the public by the Creative Workshop, a local printing and copy firm, is locat- A Peace Vigil continues each Friday in front of the Mendocino County Court House at 5 p.m. Anyone from the Mendocino County Martin Luther King, Jr. Organization ed at 759 S. State St. in Ukiah. Major Credit Cards accepted. public can hold a sign, or a candle to stand in solidarity. For (McMLK) and friends. Orders can be made by telephone: 468-0251 or 800-694-9999; more information, call 462-2612. by email: [email protected] or in person. Allow a week to ten days for delivery. Small water system infrastructure New Weight Watchers to meet workshop to be held in Ukiah Experience Works now open Mondays Thursdays in Redwood Valley A free workshop sponsored by Rural Community Assistance and Wednesdays every week New Weight Watchers to meet Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Corporation and the State of California, Department of Health Redwood Valley Fitness. at 9621-F N. State St. in Redwood Services, Drinking Water Program, to help small water system Experience Works (formally known as Green Thumb) is Valley. For more information, call Laurel Harvey at 485-5696. now open again. It is an older worker training and employ- personnel and elected officials plan for costs associated with ment service. They help low-income people 55 and older system infrastructure rehabilitation and maintenance will take to update their skills and get back into the work force. Flu Vaccination Clinic at the Ukiah place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 18 at the Hampton Inn in Ukiah. Participants receive training while assigned part-time to a Public Health Department Register online at www.rcac.org or by calling Mark Wiseman, local community based business or organization. They 916-447-9832 ext. 279. also get paid a wage while in training. There is no cost to The Mendocino County Public Health Department will be The workshop is entitled “Capital Improvement Plans and the businesses and no fees are charged. The office is locat- conducting a flu vaccination clinic at the Public Health Asset Management: Keeping Your Infrastructure Working and ed in the Mendocino Works Building at 631 S. Orchard St. Department on Thursday, Jan. 12, at 1120 S. Dora St. in Ukiah, Planning for the Future,” and is free of charge. The Hampton Ukiah. Hours are Monday and Wednesday 11 a.m. to 4 from noon to 2:30 p.m. The flu vaccine clinic will be offered by Inn is located at 1160 Airport Park Blvd. p.m. For more information call 467- 5952. appointment only. The clinic is for persons 19 years and older, who are seeking a flu shot. To make an appointment, please Auditions for the ‘Vagina Monologues’ contact the Ukiah Public Health Department at 472-2600. There Medical Assistant course offered is a suggested donation of $5 per flu shot. Please contact your starting soon, performance in February in Ukiah local health department by phone or visit the Mendocino The community is invited to explore feminist issues of body, County web site www.co.mendocino.ca.us/ph for further details mind and sexuality culminating in a production of Eve Ensler’s Train to be a Medical Assistant in Ukiah with the Regional of scheduled flu clinics with in the county. Occupational Program. This 5-month course will emphasize “Vagina Monologues” directed by Sarah Walker. applied anatomy and physiology, medical procedures, standards Interested parties should sign up for Theatre 220, section and ethics, patient care and practices, vital signs, and CPR. Third annual Russla Hustle to be held 4685 at Mendocino College. This short-term class meets Front and back office protocols will be highlighted in separate Jan. 15 at RVOEP Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. from Jan. 17 to Feb. courses. An externship will be included in this training. Start a 25. High school students can take the class for free, and partic- new career today by calling the Mendocino County Office of The North Coast Striders Running and Walking club will be ipants can choose their level of participation. Performances for Education at 467-5125. hosting the third annual Russula Hustle. This year the Russula the “Vagina Monologues” will be Feb. 23, 24 and 25. Hustle will feature a 4 mile run/walk and a 2 mile kid's run/walk Auditions and an informational meeting will be held Jan. 10 at the Redwood Valley Outdoor Education Project on Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mendocino College Little Theater. Scripts Ukiah Main Street Program is currently Jan. 15 at 10 a.m. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the will be available in the business office of Mendocino College seeking volunteers RVOEP. The Redwood Valley Outdoor Education Project is a after Jan. 3. For more information, call Sarah 272-1035. project of the Ukiah Unified School District providing one-day Men and women who are interested in being involved with “Downtown Ukiah is the most visible indicator of the local outdoor environmental education experiences for students on a this V-Day 2006 College Campaign in any capacity (stage man- community’s pride, along with its economic and social health, 45-acre woodland site. The Russula Hustle will provide partic- ager or crew, technical assistants, distributing posters, etc.) according to the Main Street Program. It can be either an asset ipants the opportunity to learn about the vital educational should call Sarah Walker and sign up for the class, or come to or a liability in the effort to recruit new residents, new busi- resources offered at the RVOEP while enjoying the beautiful the audition meeting on Jan. 10. (Only women can perform in nesses and industries, retirees, tourists, and others to our com- trails of the RVOEP. Hot soup will be provided after the run as the performance.) munity,” says Joy Beeler of the Ukiah Main Street Program. well as prizes for participants. Registration will be from 9 to All proceeds benefit Project Sanctuary. “Quality of life is what separates successful cities and towns 9:45 a.m. Contact Andrea Davis at 485-5794 or tworns@pacif- from declining communities in the new millennium.” The Main ic.net for additional information. Russula is a family of typical- Street approach encourages forward-thinking economic devel- ly terrestrial, mostly medium sized, often colorfully capped opment in an historic preservation context so this community woodland mushrooms that are often found at the RVOEP this asset and legacy can be passed on to future generations. time of year. The Hustle is a silly, fun disco dance. If you sneak To help out, call 463-6729 or visit www.ukiahmainstreetpro- up on them quietly enough, you may see the Russulas do the gram.org. Hustle. 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PREP BASKETBALL| UKIAH 52, SANTA ROSA 45, OT LOCAL Cal cruises past CALENDAR Ducks for third TODAY COLLEGE BASKETBALL • Contra Costa College women at Mendocino College, 6 p.m. Fight to the finish straight win PREP BOYS BASKETBALL • Santa Rosa at Ukiah, 7:30 p.m. • Potter Valley at Leggett, 7 p.m. • Anderson Valley at Mendocino, 8 p.m. By JOSH DUBOW PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL • Potter Valley at Leggett, 5:30 p.m. The Associated Press • Anderson Valley at Mendocino, 6:30 p.m. BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Ayinde Ubaka scored a SATURDAY, JAN. 7 career-high 29 points and Leon Powe added 27 and to lead PREP WRESTLING • Ukiah at Grass Valley team tournament California to its third straight victory to open Pac-10 play 77-66 over Oregon on Thursday night. -Calendar listings are culled from the most recent schedules provided by the schools The Golden Bears (9-3, 3-0) got almost no offense from and organizations in our coverage area. Please report schedule changes or incorrect anyone other than Ubaka or Powe — no one else scored listings to The Daily Journal Sports Department at 468-3518. more than seven points — but didn’t need it to hold off the Ducks (7-7, 1-1). After ending its nonconference season with losses to Kansas and DePaul, Cal has had a strong opening to the TV LISTINGS Pac-10 schedule. The Bears won at Southern California and UCLA last week and followed that up with the win against TODAY Oregon, giving them their best conference start since win- NBA Minnesota at San Antonio, 5 p.m. (ESPN2) ning their first seven three years ago on their way to the Miami at Phoenix, 7:30 p.m. (ESPN) NHL NCAA tournament. Columbus at San Jose, 7:30 p.m. (FSN) Cal is halfway to last season’s Pac-10 win total when the COLLEGE BASKETBALL Villanova at Louisville, 4 p.m. (ESPN2) Bears went 6-12 in conference with Powe sidelined all sea- Michigan State at Illinois, 6:30 p.m. (ESPN2) BYU at Air Force, 8 p.m. (ESPN2) son with a knee injury. SATURDAY, JAN. 7 Aaron Brooks scored 18 points and Maarty Leunen NFL added 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Ducks, who Washington at Tampa Bay, 4:30 p.m. (ABC) Jacksonville at New England, 8 p.m (ABC) haven’t won a conference game in the Bay Area since beat- NHL Los Angeles at San Jose, 7:30 p.m. (FSN) ing Cal on Feb. 12, 2000. The Ducks have lost 11 straight at COLLEGE BASKETBALL Kentucky at Kansas, 9 a.m. (ESPN) Cal and Stanford since then. Illinois at Iowa, 11 a.m. (ESPN) The Bears were in control almost from the start, but the North Carolina State at North Carolina, Noon (ESPN2) Ducks rallied to cut the lead to 59-52 on a 3-pointer by LSU at Connecticut, 1 p.m. (CBS) Bryce Taylor with 4:27 left. Powe then missed at the other SUNDAY, JAN. 8 end but gathered his own rebound and scored to make it a NFL Carolina at New York Giants, 10 a.m. (FOX) nine-point game. Pittsburgh at Cincinatti, 1:30 p.m. (CBS) COLLEGE BASKETBALL Ubaka hit a 3-pointer from the top of the key to make it Michigan State at Wisconsin, 10:30 a.m. (CBS) 64-52 and Cal coasted from there. That also gave Ubaka his Boston College at Georgia Tech, 2:30 p.m. (FSN) career-high, surpassing the 21 points he scored earlier this Duke at Wake Forest, 5 p.m. (FSN) season against Northeastern. Along with Powe’s return from the injury, Ubaka’s devel- opment as a scorer has been the biggest difference for Cal COMMUNITY this season. He hit the big shots down the stretch last week- end in Los Angeles and has more than doubled his output DIGEST from last season when he averaged 6.1 points per game. Ubaka is averaging 15.2 points per game this season. South Ukiah Little DeVon Hardin had an emphatic slam on a breakaway League sign ups start early in the second half for Cal but was given a technical Jan. 18 foul for hanging on the rim, leading to two free throws by Sign ups for South Ukiah Little Brooks that cut Cal’s lead back to 12. League will be Jan. 18-19 from 6- 8 p.m. at the Yokayo Elementary Richard Midgley hit a 3-pointer a few minutes later, mov- School cafeteria with one addi- tional sign up on Jan. 23 from 6-8 ing him into second place in school history with 158 career p.m., also at the Yokayo cafeteria. 3-pointers. Ryan Drew holds the Cal record with 214. All players parents need to bring all of the following: birth cer- Midgley then fouled Brooks on a 3-pointer on the other end tificate (no copies, no baptism or and Brooks made the three free throws. hospital certficates), current utili- ty bill, current driver’s license, Powe got off to a fast start, scoring 10 points in the first and current car or home insur- 3:48, capped by a 3-pointer that ended a 13-2 run that gave ance for proof of residency. The cost is $55 for each child the Bears a 15-5 lead. registering and $50 for each additional sibling. There is also a $30 cash or check mandatory service deposit which will be returned upon work- Amy Wellnitz/The Daily Journal ing at the concession stand. Ryan’s double-double Players must be five years old Ukiah sophomore Carrie Reid battles for a rebound during Ukiah’s Thursday by April 30, 2006 and no older than 12 by April 30, 2006 to par- against Santa Rosa in Ukiah. ticipate. leads Potter Valley For more information, visit the South Ukiah Little League web- site at www.eteamz.com/SULL or call 468-8800. Wildcats open North Bay League 2-0 past Pacific Union North Ukiah Little By TONY ADAME Ruddick and Cassie Baroni – Santa Rosa opened up a The Daily Journal League sign ups start The Daily Journal is shoot a lot of threes. quick lead on Ukiah, going on Jan. 18 So, Thursday night, prac- a 14-0 run to end the first POTTER VALLEY – Led by Kelsi Ryan’s 17 points and kiah head coach Bill 23 rebounds, Potter Valley cruised past visiting Pacific Sign ups for North Ukiah Little Brunemeyer claims tice made perfect as Ruddick quarter with a 14-4 advantage. League will be Jan. 18-19 from 6- and Baroni’s long range Ukiah battled back in the sec- Union Thursday, 55-13. 8 p.m. at the Yokayo Elementary U that there are certain “This was Kelsi’s best game so far,” said Potter Valley School cafeteria with one addi- situations that can’t be simu- shooting lifted the Wildcats to ond quarter and cut the lead to tional sign up on Jan. 23 from 6-8 2-0 in North Bay League play 22-20 at halftime on a Emily head coach Fred Austin. “She’s playing really well right p.m., also at the Yokayo cafeteria. lated in practice, no matter now and I’m happy with how she’s playing.” All players parents need to how hard he might try. in a game where the Wildcats Learn three-pointer with just bring all of the following: birth cer- Ryan was one of four Bearcats in double figures. tificate (no copies, no baptism or “It’s hard to create the pres- were on the verge of catastro- over a minute left in the first hospital certficates), current utili- phe, trailing by double digits half. Whitney Phillips scored 13 points, Heather Rantala finished ty bill, current driver’s license, sure that comes when a game with 11 points and Hanna Marshall had 11 points. Whitney and current car or home insur- is on the line,” said for a good portion of regula- In the third quarter, Santa ance for proof of residency. tion. Rosa pushed the lead back to VonFeldt snagged eight rebounds for Potter Valley. The cost is $55 for each child Brunemeyer after Ukiah’s 52- “We had a good outing, a good warm up for conference,” registering and $50 for each 45 overtime win over Santa “I think it’s an effort thing, 10 points, going up 39-29 additional sibling. a matter of if we’re all seeing heading into the fourth quarter Austin said. “I feel our conference is going to be tough, but There is also a $30 cash or Rosa Thursday. “You can run we’ll be right in the hunt. We’ll be able to play with all the check mandatory service deposit plays all day long, but to cre- the game together,” said after a three-pointer by Janell which will be returned upon work- teams in our league.” ing at the concession stand. ate that last 20-30 seconds of a Baroni, who finished with 17 Arnold, who led Santa Rosa Players must be five years old points. “We practice shooting with 17 points. Tuesday, Potter Valley lost to Willits on the road, 65-31. by April 30, 2006 and no older game, you can’t do it. You just “I was worried we were going to be a little down coming than 12 by April 30, 2006 to par- have to learn that by playing.” threes a lot, so we knew we In the fourth quarter, a pair ticipate. needed to start playing good of Ruddick threes helped off of the break,” Austin said. “We struggled a little bit.” For more information on North One thing Brunemeyer Potter Valley (6-6 overall) returns to action today at Ukiah Little League, call 468- defense and not turning the bring Ukiah to within 41-40, does have his players do a lot Leggett Valley for its North Coast League II opener. Game 4232. of – particularly Hillary ball over.” See WILDCATS, Page 8 time is 5:30 p.m. Mendocino College HOF Dinner tickets The Mendocino College athletic department will host its first Hall of Fame induction at the Mendocino evens BVC record Redwood Valley Cellars wine tasting room (7051 N. State St., Redwood Valley) on Feb. 18. The evening will begin with a with win over Napa Valley no-host wine tasting at 6 p.m. A catered dinner will follow at 7 and the induction ceremony will begin By TONY ADAME bench,” Koch said. “He’s a great weak side help promptly at 8. Tickets for the meal and cere- The Daily Journal defender and offensive rebounder. He’s some- mony are $35 each and can be purchased by contacting either After losing its last two games by slim mar- one who brings it every day.” Anna Daugherty or Skip Hunter gins, the Mendocino College men’s basketball Lukas, a 6-foot-5 freshman, is a Ukiah in the college athletic office (468- 3255 or 468-3165). team put together a solid all-around perfor- native. 2006 Mendocino College Hall of Fame Inductees: special recogni- mance at home Wednesday and came out victo- Mendocino pushed its lead to double digits tion awards — coaches Ed Boyle rious, defeating Napa Valley College, 62-51. out of the gate in the second half, and never and Dan Drew; athlete inductees — Rod Dockins, Jerry Ward, The win improved the Eagles record to 1-1 in trailed again as Napa Valley could never get Rikki Hayes, Paul Cronin, Anne closer than seven points. Ibarra, John Gastineau, Kurt Bay Valley Conference play and 5-11 overall. Ehmann, Dennis Willeford, Jeff “We’re playing our best ball right now,” said The Eagles were a tad shorthanded after sev- Burrell, Randy Sondag. Mendocino head coach Kevin Koch. “We eral players left the team in the past week, BAM Wrestling Club played extremely well at Solano Monday and including 6-foot-4 football standout and all- taking sign-ups we put it together tonight. It’s a chemistry thing, conference forward Jo’Dane Craigman, who BAM Wrestling Club is accept- and we feel really good about it.” has made a verbal commitment to play football ing sign-ups for youth wrestlers. Mendocino led 22-21 at halftime – not bad at the University of Kentucky next season. Practices are held Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:30 considering the Eagles shot just 25 percent from Forward Robert Kirvin is also gone, having until roughly 8 p.m. Attend a prac- left school at semester to transfer to a four-year tice to sigh up. The registration the floor in the first half. fee is $30. “We were getting good shots, they just college to play football. “I understand why J.D. wanted to leave. He Ukiah Women's weren’t going down,” Koch said. “But we did- 18-Hole Golf Club n’t panic. In the locker room at halftime we said wanted to focus on his football career and keep- we just needed to keep believing in what we’re ing that weight on,” Koch said. “I respect that.” Local lady golfers are invited to join the Ukiah Women’s 18-Hole doing, believing in our shot selection. Early in Mendocino returns to action Monday, travel- Golf Club. Golfers hit the links the year we would have panicked and somebody ing to Oakland to take on Merritt College. every Tuesday. Those interested in joining the club may call would have tried to take the game over. That Game time is 7 p.m. Shirley Dietrick at 485-5540. didn’t happen.” The Eagles return home Wednesday, hosting NCRC Raceway Marcus Hansen and Joe Guastella led the College of Marin at 7:30 p.m. R/C racing Mendocino in scoring with 11 points each. Jared NAPA VALLEY (51) Jeff Larson 4 0-0 12, Griffin 1 0-0 3, Jerald Pruitt 3 1-1 7, Johnson 1 0-0 2, NCRC hosts radio-controlled Giammona scored 10 points and Steven Polanco Troupe 1 0-0 2, Walmsely 1 02-4 4, Wessels 3 1-2 7, Davey Miramontez 6 2-3 car racing on the third or fourth had nine points for The Eagles in the win. 14. Totals 9 13-21 51. Sunday of each month at the Kelseyville native Jeff Larson scored 12 MENDOCINO (62) Redwood Empire Fairgrounds Evans 1 0-0 2, Polanco 2 5-7 9, Joe Guastella 5 0-1 11, Rupe 3 2-4 8, Rogers (1055 N. State St., Ukiah). Sign- Amy Wellnitz/The Daily Journal points for Napa Valley and Davey Miramontez 1 0-0 2, Marcus Hansen 5 0-0 11, Giammona 4 1-3 10, Novak 3 3-5 9. Totals Mendocino’s Steven Polanco gets over two Napa led all scorers with 14 points. 24 11-20 62. Napa Valley College 21 30 – 51 See DIGEST, Page 7 Valley College players Wednesday night. “Ben Lukas gave us a great contribution off Mendocino College 22 40 – 62 THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL SPORTS FRIDAY, JAN. 6, 2006 – 7 Ukiah Alexander easily wins MVP honors

J.V. tops By BARRY WILNER “That is why I am even more excited about The Associated Press this year, because I have put together some NEW YORK (AP) — Shaun Alexander great numbers, but we have a great team.” Rancho was getting tired of having golfing partner Those great numbers included 11 games Marshall Faulk remind him who owned an rushing for 100 yards or more, topped by 173 Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player against Arizona on Nov. 6. He scored 27 TDs Cotate award. So Alexander went out and got him- on the ground and one as a receiver to break self one — in record-breaking style. Priest Holmes’ seasonal record by one. The Daily Journal Alexander set an NFL mark with 28 touch- His lowest output was in a Monday night The Ukiah junior varsity downs, led the league in rushing and ran away game in Philadelphia, a 42-0 romp in which girls basketball team defeated with the MVP voting Thursday. And with free he played only the first half and had 49 yards Rancho Cotate Tuesday, 42- agency on the horizon, the Seattle running in the snow. 20. back could parlay his sensational year into Alexander became the only player in NFL The Wildcats were led by unprecedented riches. history with at least 15 TDs in five straight Kindee Ramirez with 11 “Marsh and I go golfing and he will talk seasons and the fourth with consecutive 20- points. Also for Ukiah, Katie about MVPs and this and that as he drops touchdown years. He became Seattle’s career Dhooghe had nine points and another putt in,” Alexander said. “It is one of rushing leader this season. seven rebounds, and Shanel those things where I think it is more for the “He sure deserves it,” said Pro Bowl full- Sayad had eight points and writers and media until after you retire. When back Mack Strong of Alexander. “In my six rebounds. you retire, that is when guys seem like they mind, no one has been more deserving of “We played really well in talk about it a little bit more.” MVP.” the first half,” said Ukiah Still, Alexander talked plenty about it Seattle would like to get used to having head coach Dave Downey. Thursday after being told he earned 19 votes Alexander in the backfield. “We kept turnovers down and from a nationwide panel of 50 sports writers He was designated the Seahawks’ fran- took some good shots.” and broadcasters who cover the NFL. He chise player before this season and accepted the team’s one-year, $6.323 million offer — St. Mary’s boys 3-0 ended the two-year reign of Indianapolis quarterback Peyton Manning, who received with a provision the team agree not to use the The St. Mary’s sixth grade 13 votes. same franchise tag on him in 2006. boys CYO basketball team First, he called his wife, Valerie, to tell her So either the Seahawks come up with a has started its season 3-0, the good news. Then, as he sat down before a huge financial package, or the MVP could be with a 32-23 win over St. slew of cameras inside the press room at scoring touchdowns and gaining all those John’s at home, a 39-19 home Seahawks headquarters in Kirkland, Wash., yards elsewhere next season. win over St. Eugene’s and a he said: “Oh, man. This is exciting.” “It is a business,” Alexander said. “The 26-21 road win over St. Alexander spearheaded the Seahawks’ rise Seahawks have to make their own decisions. Vincent’s in Petaluma. to the best record in the NFC, 13-3, including I am going to be happy for whatever they do.” Against St. John’s Miles a victory over the league’s only 14-2 team, Alexander is the first Seahawk to win the Cajas led St. Mary’s in scor- the Colts. It was the most productive season award. He also is the first running back voted ing with nine points, Armand in Seahawks history, one in which Alexander MVP since his golfing buddy Faulk in 2000. Matossian added eight points scored 28 touchdowns and rushed for 1,880 “Everyone can take a great deal of pride in and Michael Starkey scored yards. having helped Shaun accomplish what he six points. “The way I always looked at MVPs was it did,” said Seattle quarterback Tim Against St. Vincent’s, was a player that did really, really good on a Hasselbeck. “Our coaching staff should be ANG Newspapers Starkey finished with nine really, really good team,” Alexander said. proud. Our players should be proud.” Seattle running back Shaun Alexander was named points and eight rebounds, the National Football League MVP Thursday. Max Oswald added six rebounds and Jay Ferrick scored seven points. St. Mary’s returns to action Saturday versus St. Sebastian Carroll likes what he sees in Trojan future at Sebastopol. By JOHN NADEL Rose Bowl. “We’ll get back to work Heisman Trophy-winner Reggie enormous right now, to have another St. Mary’s girls win The Associated Press and see how it comes together. We Bush, fellow tailback LenDale White great year and get excited to come Kate Mayfield scored nine LOS ANGELES (AP) — With have great players coming on to offset and offensive tackle Winston Justice back for spring football.” points and Jacey Schram Southern California’s 34-game win- the guys that are leaving.” will also leave, passing up their final USC went 48-4 under Carroll the added three points as the St. ning streak snapped and the chance Carroll knows 2004 Heisman year of eligibility to turn pro. Wide past four seasons — one of the most Mary’s fifth grade girls team for an unprecedented third straight Trophy-winning quarterback Matt receiver Steve Smith and safety impressive runs in college football defeated St. Vincent, 18-14. national title denied, coach Pete Leinart, offensive guard Taitusi Lutui, Darnell Bing could join them. history. The Trojans’ run of 34 straight According to coach Ronnie Carroll looked to the future. tight end Dominique Byrd, fullback “We’ve always lost great players, victories also ranks near the top. DeSoto, Anna Diaz and He liked what he saw. David Kirtman, defensive linemen but we’ve replaced them,” Carroll Oklahoma’s 47-game winning Raquel Contreras contributed “What my thoughts come back to LaJuan Ramsey and Frostee Rucker, said. “Recruiting efforts are extremely streak from 1953-57 is the longest rebounding, and Marissa about this football team right now, and defensive backs Justin Wyatt and important right now, to be able to among Division I-A programs in the Arnerich, Kaylee Deshiell, this is a program that has found a level Matt Ware are gone because they’re come in and fill these spots, let’s get modern era. Toledo, a midlevel and Emily Brooks did a great seniors. ready, let’s go, we need them. school, won 35 straightfrom 1969-71, job on defense. of excellence,” Carroll said after Texas beat the Trojans 41-38 in the There’s a good possibility 2005 “Recruiting efforts are obviously but with no national titles. Brown gets wake up call from President WASHINGTON (AP) — after a late night. their first outright national President Bush called Texas “You know your life is dif- championship since 1969. coach Mack Brown on ferent when the first call you The president apparently Thursday morning to congrat- receive is from President fell asleep during the game ulate the Longhorns on their Bush at 6 in the morning, and but woke up in time for the dramatic Rose Bowl victory my wife Sally asks me, ’Can exciting finish. over Southern California. you take it,”’ Brown said at McClellan said Bush “Congratulations on a won- news conference in Beverly wished Brown and the derful moment,” he said, Hills, Calif. Longhorns all the best, and according to press secretary Vince Young scrambled for said that he looked forward to Scott McClellan. “Tell the an 8-yard touchdown with 19 having them visit the White team congratulations, we’re seconds left and the House soon. proud of them.” Longhorns beat the top- Bush is a former Texas Brown got an early wake- ranked Trojans 41-38 on governor. His daughter Jenna up call from the president Wednesday night, winning is a UT graduate.

COMMUNITY DIGEST — CONTINUED FROM PAGE A-6 ups start at 9 a.m. Racing starts at 11 For more information, call Body is now practicing every Wednesday at a.m. sharp. Get there early to set up. Works Gym at 459-0594. There is an 2:45 p.m. Practices are held at the NCRC hosts both road course and annual $5 insurance/registration fee. Ukiah High School pool during oval racing for novice to expert dri- December and January for the winter vers. For more information, call Eric at Boxers wanted water polo season and are open for 462-9569. strong swimmers from 10-18 years Boxing classes are offered by old. Call Rick Cleland for more infor- Mendocino County Sheriff’s SAL and mation at 463-1551. Ukiah Community Karate are ongoing at the Redwood Health Kids program Club for all ages and levels. Autumn class times are as follows: Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m., Thursdays at 6:45 p.m., The Sheriff’s Youth Activities League To place an announcement in the is teaching free youth karate pro- and Fridays at 5 p.m. grams at the Redwood Health Club Anyone interested in joining SAL “Community Sports Digest,” contact (3101 S. State St., Ukiah) on must fill out the necessary paperwork The Ukiah Daily Journal Sports Wednesday nights and Sunday after- to become a SAL member and pay $5 Department by phone at 468-3518. noons for ages 6 and older. a year. Minors must have the forms You may also mail your listing to 590 Interested parties can register at the signed by their parents. Please allow S. School Street, Ukiah, Calif., 95482, class and Sheriff’s Activities League 10 minutes before class to do this. e-mail it to [email protected], or fees are $5 annually. Membership At the end of the summer, boxing fax it to us at 468-3544. Because the with the Redwood Health Club is not hours will be extended so please “Community Sports Digest” is a FREE required. For more information, call check for further notice. service, no guarantees can be made the Sheriff’s Activities League voice on the frequency of a listing’s appear- mail at 468-4288, RHC at 468-0441 or chief instructor Mike Tobin at 354- Rusty Bowl BMX ance in The Daily Journal. To assure 0565 and leave your number. your event maximum publicity, please Bicycle motocross races are held contact either our classified (468- weekly at Rusty Bowl BMX, located at 3535) or display advertising (468- Willits Community the east end of Gobbi Street in Ukiah. 3510) departments. Karate Kids program The American Bicycle Association- sanctioned races are held Saturdays The Sheriff’s Activities League is with sign-ups from 9:30-10:30 a.m. also teaching free youth karate pro- and racing immediately after. grams at the Body Works Gym (1511 For more information, call the Rusty Fatman’s S. Main St., Willits) on Monday and Bowl hotline at 462-0249. Friday nights for ages 6 and older. fountain & grill Interested parties can register at the Ukiah Dolphin water polo Between Food Maxx & Friedmans class and Sheriff’s Activities League fees are $5 annually. Membership The Ukiah Dolphin water polo team with the fitness club is not required. For more information, call the Sheriff’s Activities League voice mail at 468- 4288, Body Works at 459-0594 or chief instructor Mike Tobin at 354- 0565 and leave your number. Tiny Tigers kinderkarate Tollow Dojo is hosting the weekly Tiny Tigers kinder karate course, which utilizes proven techniques to teach martial arts to children 4 to 6 Breakfast Served years old. The class is held Saturdays from All Day! 12:30-1:20 p.m. The first class is free. Call 463-1347 or 621-0714 to sign up. Tollow Dojo is located at 3001 S. State Come Try Our New Additions: St., No. 4. Eggs Benedict & Happy Hour Willits boxing program Louisiana Hot Links The Sheriff's Youth Activities League All Day "Willits" Boxing Program is currently Just 2 More Great meeting at the Body Works Gym and Monday Martial Arts Center (1511 Main St. in Breakfast Specials Willits) on Monday and Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. in the aerobic room. 102 S. State St. Ukiah Daily 8:00am - 3:00pm This program is free and open to the public. Ages 8 and above are encour- 468-1373 aged to participate. 468-5898 8 – FRIDAY, JAN. 6, 2006 SPORTS THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL NFL great Swann to run for governor Hernandez leads Cardinal past PITTSBURGH (AP) — If successful in his first bid opposes abortion rights. Former Steelers star Lynn for political office, Swann In independent polling, for- Oregon State with scoring spree Swann declared his candidacy would become Pennsylvania’s mer Lt. Gov. William for Pennsylvania governor first black governor. His Scranton III and Swann are only free throw to extend his The four-year starter at point Wednesday in the city where announcement was no sur- running ahead of the other two STANFORD, Calif. (AP) streak to 25 straight. Oregon guard had not made a field he made his name in profes- prise: His political committee GOP candidates, but behind — Chris Hernandez scored State missed its chance to goal against the Cardinal sional football. has been raising money for his Rendell. 10 of his 20 points in the final beat the Cardinal two straight since his freshman season He told The Associated campaign for nearly a year. Swann said Wednesday five minutes in helping for the first time since 1993. and had missed 16 in a row Press in an interview Swann, 53, planned to kick that he hopes to convince Stanford beat Oregon State Stanford played without against them until making Wednesday afternoon that he off his campaign with a blacks that he is a better can- 80-66 on Thursday night. its top player and one of its two of his first three shots on made up his mind to run in the Wednesday night rally in didate than Rendell, the for- Lawrence Hill added 13 top reserves. Senior Matt Thursday night. His 2.0 scor- fall, after spending months Pittsburgh, followed by mer Philadelphia mayor. The points, including a clutch 3- Haryasz, a 6-foot-10 forward ing average in six previous weighing support at events appearances in five other Democratic Party has “taken pointer in the final minutes as and Stanford’s leading scorer games against Stanford was around the state. cities Thursday and Friday. the African American vote for the Cardinal (5-6, 1-2 Pac- and rebounder, missed the his worst against any Pac-10 Swann, a Hall of Fame The Steelers won four granted,” Swann said. 10) beat Oregon State for the game with a sprained left team. receiver and longtime TV Super Bowls during Swann’s G. Terry Madonna, a poll- 13th straight time at home. ankle he sustained in Hurd, who started 89 of football commentator, faces nine-year pro career with the ster and professor at Franklin Dan Grunfeld scored 14 Saturday’s loss at USC. Fred his first 91 games, came off three other candidates in seek- team. He has worked for ABC & Marshall College in (making all 10 of his foul Washington missed his fifth the bench in six straight ing the Republican nomina- Sports since his retirement Lancaster, said Swann needs shots) and Peter Prowitt straight with tendinitis in his before starting against the tion for governor — his first from football in 1983. to convince voters that he has added 12. left knee. Hill had problems Cardinal. He’s been alternat- run for political office. The Swann has so far revealed ideas and the leadership abili- Chris Stephens scored 16 breathing and left Monday’s ing between both guard spots winner of the May 16 primary little about his political phi- ty necessary to turn them into points to lead the Beavers (7- practice early. Tests per- but assumed a primary role at would likely face Democratic losophy or the initiatives he policy. He could benefit from 6, 0-2), who lost their 14th formed on Tuesday came the point as he has the best Gov. Ed Rendell, who is would pursue as governor. He disenchantment with the state consecutive conference road back negative. assist-to-turnover ratio on the expected to seek a second has advocated reducing cer- and national governments, game. Jason Fontenet had 14 Beavers guard Lamar team. He matched his previ- four-year term. tain business taxes and said he Madonna said. points and Marcel Jones Hurd exorcised some person- ous season high of four added 11. Stephens made his al demons against Stanford. assists in the first half alone.

Brees has shoulder surgery Baroni opened up the Bill Cox. “We’re just a team Wildcats scoring with back-to-back that needs to learn how to BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) training camp. Warren and safety John Lynch three pointers and two free win. It’s frustrating for — San Diego Chargers quar- “Though his recovery peri- land on him. Continued from Page 6 throws for a 49-43 lead, then everyone.” terback Drew Brees under- od is longer than we had The Chargers must decide and a Francesca Teeters free dished to Sadie Dorsey on Ukiah returns to action went arthroscopic surgery hoped for, we couldn’t be hap- by Feb. 23 whether to desig- throw with 90 seconds to the fast break to put the fin- Tuesday, traveling to Piner. Thursday to repair a torn pier that Drew is expected to nate Brees as their “franchise” play tied the score and sent it ishing touches on the win. Game time is 7:30 p.m. labrum in his right shoulder. make a full recovery,” general player again and give him a to overtime. Carrie Reid, Ukiah’s 6- SANTA ROSA (45) The surgery was performed manager A.J. Smith said in a one-year deal worth about $10 Arnold 4 8-12 17, Montgomery 3 0-1 6, McGuirk “Coach has Cassie and I foot-1 sophomore center, 5 0-0 12, Deneau 2 0-0 4, Agost 0 0-0 0, by Dr. James Andrews. statement. million, or trade him and go posted a double-double with Soekland 1 1-2 3, Murray 0 0-0 0, Paterraster 0 shoot a lot of threes in prac- 1-2 1, Mendoza 0 0-0 0, Poady 0 2-2 2. Totals Brees will return to San Brees tore the cartilage and with Phillip Rivers. tice,” Ruddick said. “We just 11 points and 10 rebounds. 15 12-19 45. Diego next week and begin dislocated his throwing shoul- Brees, who has wanted a needed to be careful with the Ruddick finished with 10 UKIAH (52) rehabilitation. der in Saturday’s home loss to long-term deal, played the Teeters 2 1-2 5, Reid 5 1-3 11, Ruddick 3 1-3 ball and it was all going to points. 10, Baroni 6 3-4 17, Learn 1 0-0 3, Gibson 0 0- He is expected to begin the Denver Broncos when he 2005 season under an $8 mil- “I thought we played good 0 0, White 0 0-0 0, Martinson 0 1-2 1, Dorsey 1 come together.” 3-4 5. 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er; Tom Mix (1880-1940), actor; Khalil Garden. Datebook: Friday, Jan. 6, 2006 Gibran (1883-1931), poet/novelist; Rowan TODAY’S QUOTE: “Slang is a language Atkinson (1955-), actor, is 51; Howie Long that rolls up its sleeves, spits on its hands, Today is the sixth day of 2006 and the In 2001, Congress certified the election of (1960-), football player and broadcaster, is and goes to work.” -- Carl Sandburg 17th day of winter. George W. Bush to the presidency. 46. TODAY’S FACT: “Titanic” (released in TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1838, Samuel TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Joan of Arc TODAY’S SPORTS: In 1925, the great 1997) is the top-grossing American movie of F. B. Morse publicly demonstrated the tele- (1412-1431), French saint and national hero- Finnish runner Paavo Nurmi set two indoor all time, followed by “Star Wars Episode IV: graph for the first time. In 1919, former ine; Max Bruch (1838-1930), composer; world records -- in the mile and the 5,000 A New Hope” (1977) and “Shrek 2” (2004). President Theodore Roosevelt died at age 60. Carl Sandburg (1878-1967), poet/biograph- meters -- at New York’s Madison Square TODAY’S MOON: First quarter (Jan. 6).

of the offense. you, don’t make an issue of when your mood changes let the recipient know your PISCES (Feb. 20-March it. As frustrating as the situ- than you would be now. heart really isn’t in it. Your ASTROGRAPH 20) -- Finances continue to ation is, it will right itself. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. resentment will evoke be a sensitive area today, GEMINI (May 21-June 22) -- Jealousy must not be resentment. where a mishap could easily 20) -- Someone who likes to permitted to gain the upper SAGITTARIUS (Nov. By Bernice Bede Osol occur, so remain diligent and keep his or her affairs pri- hand if someone you love 23-Dec. 21) -- It might not use your very best judgment vate and confidential might seems to be momentarily produce the results for in matters that are meaning- get angry today if you, even paying more attention to which you had hoped if you ful to you materially. innocently, ask too many another than to you. Keep try to appease someone Jan. 19) -- If you are overly ARIES (March 21-April prying questions. Subdue your emotions in check. you’ve angered with a mate- protective and too restrictive 19) -- Strive to be as diplo- your inquisitiveness. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. rial pay off. A sincere, sim- of those in your charge matic and tolerant as you CANCER (June 21-July 23) -- Minor differences ple apology will be far more today, your measures will can today when dealing with 22) -- Even if you are not in between you and your part- effective. not be understood or well anybody who is an authority too strong a position today ner could turn into a fracas Know where to look for Saturday, Jan. 7, 2006 received. Ruling with tight figure. You may feel that when it comes to negotiating far more intense than you romance and you’ll find it. In all likelihood, you will reins could create rebellion this person is wrong, but he an agreement, don’t impul- intended if they are mishan- The Astro-Graph continue to target several in the ranks. or she has the power, not sively say yes to something dled. Don’t be the one who Matchmaker wheel instantly major objectives in the year AQUARIUS (Jan. 20- you. just to keep the peace. starts to rev up the mean ahead. Although not all of Feb. 19) -- In order to clear TAURUS (April 20-May LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) - machine. reveals which signs are them will be successful, you the air, you need to bring out 20) -- Although you might - It might be smart today to SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. romantically perfect for you. are still likely to do well in the open your feelings to secretly resent having to do temporarily shelve tasks or 22) -- If you are required to Mail $2.75 to Matchmaker, with one that offers the a loved one who has done something for another whom assignments you don’t enjoy be of service to another in c/o this newspaper, P.O. Box greatest benefits. something to hurt you. The you believe has made an doing. You will be far more some manner, don’t handle 167, Wickliffe, OH 44092- CAPRICORN (Dec. 22- offender might not be aware unreasonable demand upon effective doing the same job it in a manner which would 0167.

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DIRECTIONS: A. Using each "Chaos Grid" number with its letter one time, arrange the numbers with their letters for the "Order Grid" so each vertical column, horizontal row, and two diagonals each ADD to numbers inside thick lined cells. B. Some correct numbers with their letters have been put into the "Order Grid" to get you started. Also, above the "Order Grid" is a "Decoded Message" clue. C. After you have solved the "Order Grid" doing as direction "A" says, put the let- ters from horizontal rows, from left to right, under "Decoded Message" and make words to form the answer.

CHAOS GRID THAT SCRAMBLED WORD GAME 28 45 -3 44 by Henri Arnold and Mike Argirion AIUL 55 17 2 12 Unscramble these four Jumbles, ORT I 65 76 65 7 one letter to each square, SINE to form four ordinary words. 33 34 54 22 MLDR ERECK CLUE: PAROCHIAL ORDER GRID 139

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ANSWERS IN NEXT EDITION © 2006 Robert Barnett www.jumble.com RICCUS Answers to Previous Now arrange the circled letters Learning Challenger to form the surprise answer, as AMERICAN COMPOSER suggested by the above cartoon. 48 49 46 39 AMER Ans: A “ ” 38 47 48 49 ICAN 44 43 44 51 (Answers tomorrow) COMP Jumbles: VOUCH FLAKE SPLICE BOUNTY Yesterday’s 52 43 44 43 Answer: Tough to draw at a seedy poker parlor — OSER 1/5/2006 A “FULL” HOUSE Husband is hurt by exclusion from family events Dear Annie: When my wife and I married, of you. If Mom chooses not to attend, so be it. If tomed to having parents who plan all the parties she requested that I avoid conflict with her your wife misses her mother, she should make and take care of all the expenses. Not to mention manipulative stepfather so that she could main- plans to see her at other times. the estranged child and the reasons behind that. tain a relationship with her mother. I consented ANNIE’S MAILBOX Dear Annie: My wife and I were looking for- Your children do not owe you a party, but to her request. By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar ward to our 50th wedding anniversary. We are a there’s no reason you cannot tell them that it However, her stepfather’s abusive demeanor very social-minded family and have celebrated hurt to be so completely overlooked on this got worse until, at a dinner party my wife host- all our children’s occasions with parties. We milestone. (“How sharper than a serpent’s tooth ed, he made several crude and base statements My wife is very close to her family, especial- even mortgaged our house so one of them could it is to have a thankless child.”) about my wife and the legitimacy of our infant ly her mother. At her frequent family events, she have a grand wedding. However, our anniver- Dear Annie: “Stressed Out” wrote that her son. I asked him to leave, and we actually had to either goes without me or does not go. I encour- sary has not been acknowledged with any kind mother decided to stay home and wrap packages have the security staff escort him off the proper- age her to go alone, but at the same time, I am of celebration by our children. rather than have Christmas with her son and his ty. starting to feel like a leper. I don’t want to force One child is estranged, and another has five fiancee at their house. Over the next few months, this man engaged my wife to choose between her mother and me, times our income. We don’t want any lavish A fiancee is not the same as a daughter-in- in criminal harassment, and we got a restraining but I am unsure how many more solitary holi- treatment. All we wanted was for them to host a law. My mother-in-law disapproved of her 50- order. We then discovered there was an out- days I can endure. -- Nearing the End of My party with donations for hurricane victims in year-old, divorced daughter living with a man standing warrant for his arrest in another state. Rope lieu of gifts. without benefit of marriage. She felt they were He now is serving a prison sentence. Dear Nearing the End: Your wife already We are totally crushed by our children’s living in sin and refused to spend the night in the My mother-in-law blames me for her hus- has chosen -- poorly. She needs to make it clear ingratitude. I feel like a hypocrite every time I same house until they married. band’s incarceration. She has made it clear that to her relatives that YOU are her family now talk to them and not mention how they have hurt “Stressed Out” and her husband should just she will not tolerate my presence at family and should be attending these holiday events us. Do you know how it feels to see in the news- stay out of this, as you advised. -- Better Not events, nor am I to be mentioned in her pres- with her. 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013-06 014-06 HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP 1-6,13,20-06 1-6,10,12/06 120 WANTED 120 WANTED 120 WANTED 120 WANTED 120 WANTED 120 WANTED NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATORS SALE OF REAL NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE CIVIL ENGINEER or HAVE YOU ALWAYS MEDICAL POLICE DISPATCHER/ COMMUNICATIONS PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE CASE NO.: SCUK CVPB 24772 CONFIDENTIAL TECH. Small Lake Co. wanted to make a positive ASSISTANT/LVN RECORDS CLERK TRAINEE Case No. 113923 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent ADMINISTRATIVE firm offers great pay, difference in someones Part-time, Full-time position Must be between ages NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on or after creditors, and persons who may otherwise be SECRETARY- benefits; great working life? Here’s your experience pref. Approx. Mo. Salary 18-34. Good pay, February 1, 2006, JAMES P. FOX, as Administrator interested in the will or estate, or both, of: MYRA J. HUMAN environ. (707) 263- opportunity. 1:1 support Potter Valley $2512 - $3053 excellent benefits, of the Estate of Michael Rooney, deceased, will sell SOUTAR RESOURCES FT 6111 or staff needed for Health Ctr. Health Benefits, PERS education at private sale, to the highest NET bidder, subject A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: MYRA $14.43-$18.41/hr. plus [email protected] developmentally delayed Fax resumes to Retirement opportunities. 2, 3, or to confirmation by the above-entitled Superior J. SOUTAR in the Superior Court of California, County $1100 annual confidential adults. Fort Bragg/Ukiah 743-1188 For Job Flier & 4-year enlistment. Call Court, all the right, title, interest and Estate of the of Mendocino. Community Health stipend & benefits. area. $9/$11/hr. 20-30 Application Sgt. Acree at (877) decedent at the time of his death, and all the right, THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: Representative Perform a variety of hrs/wk. Fax resume: 707- Medical Contact: 742-4216 or email: title and interest the estate has by operation of law SHERRI A. BATES be appointed as personal (CHR) complex and 814-3901 Receptionist Willits Police Ronald.Acree@ or otherwise acquired other than or in addition to representative to administer the estate of the Guidiville Indian confidential clerical Med office exp a+, PT Department usarec.army.mil that of the decedent at the time of his death, in and decedent. Rancheria is seeking a HOUSEKEEPER and adminstrative 30 hrs/wk. Greet pts, 125 E. Commercial St. An Army of One. to that certain real property more particularly THE PETITION requests the decedent's will and codicils, CHR-knowledge of: PT, Exp. pref. secretarial tasks. Min. make appts, Suite 150 U.S. Army if any, be admitted to probate.The will and any codicils Diabetes, health ed., HowardHospital.com or described as follows: qualifications: type @ answer phones, typing, Willits, CA 95490 are available for examination in the file kept by the court. vital signs, and IHS 456-3101 [No Situs Address] Chinquapin Drive, Pine 45 wpm, filing & friendly. Wage 707-459-6122 THE PETITION requests authority to administer the program preferable. HS Mountain Estates, Willits, California. AA degree & min Independent shop DOE. Final Filing Date: estate under the Independent Administration of diploma required. Social CONTACT: David Macdonald 4 yrs. experience seeks apprentice Fax resume to January 27, 2006 Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal Must have clean DMV David Macdonald Real Estate required. HR exp. mechanic, clean up & (707) 462-2547 or mail Worker representative to take many actions without obtaining print-out. PT Income Tax 1600 Laurel Street desirable. delivery. Clean DMV to 145 Hospital Drive court approval. Before taking certain very important For more info. call 463- Preparer for Willits Assistant II San Carlos, CA 94070 Mendocino req. 462-0262 Ukiah. Excellent Phone 650-592-1140 actions, however, the personal representative will be 3693 CPA firm. Flexible Mendocino County Office of Journeyman opportunity for the right Fax 650-592-1106 required to give notice to interested persons unless schedule. Diverse County Education COOK Carpenter person. SUBJECT TO: current Taxes, Assessments, they have waived notice or consented to the proposed clients, provide Department of For an application Breakfast & Lunch 462-6377 action).The independent administration authority will NEW EXCITING interesting work. 459- Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions, Reservations, packet call EXP. ONLY Social Services be granted unless an interested person files an objection POSITION WORKING 4325 Rights, Rights-of-way, easements of record and in 707-467-5012 or Apply in person Legal Secretary Salary: $1233- “AS-IS” condition. to the petition and shows good cause why the court position with established WITH KIDS $1499/Biweekly. email [email protected] BLUEBIRD CAFE REG. CLERK, FT BIDS on said property are hereby invited. A bid will should not grant the authority. Ukiah law firm. Good 6 wks pd vacation Be part of a team. DEADLINE: 1/17/06 Hopland Exp. Pref. be accepted only if made in writing on Public A HEARING on the petition will be held on January benefits & salary. Fax 401 K. Day & Eve Assist Social Workers EOE Ask for Robin HowardHospital.com or Administrator forms furnished by the contracted 27, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. in Dept.: E, located at: resume to 462-7839 or avail. Small homelike in Adult and Children’s Realtor. COURTHOUSE, 100 N. State Street, Ukiah, CA 95482 COOK-Days, nights, environment, good pay 456-3101 TEACHER- mail to POB 720, Ukiah. Services Divisions TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE: Cash in IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you weekends. Competitive & benefits. Fax resume working with children EMERGENCY Resident Manager for 21 lawful money of the United States. The bid is to be should appear at the hearing and state your objections wages. Exp. nec. LIKE to 463-6957. and families and/or MEDICAL unit apt. complex, accompanied by cash, or a certified check payable or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Club Calpella older and dependent TECHNICIAN CHILDREN? NIGHT STAFF Westside Ukiah, ref. req. to the Estate of Michael Rooney, in the amount of Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. 6175 N. State St. adults. Experience Anderson Valley P/T (4 This might be F/T 32 hrs. wk. Thurs. exp. a plus. EOE, call for at least ten percent (10%) of the amount bid. If a IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor required or two yrs of hrs/day, 2days/wk) Cooks, Hostess the job for you. 11 hrs. Fri. 10 hrs. Sat. salary & application. 468- personal check is submitted, it may be accepted or of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court college with major (at $26.52-$44.15/hr. AM/PM. Server CHILDCARE 11 hrs. Full benefits. 5426 rejected in the absolute discretion of the and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed least 15 units) in a Provide instruction EMT Graveyard shift. Must WORKERS, $9.40 to start. undersigned. If said personal check is rejected then by the court within four months from the date of first behavioral science. FT field. Reg. teaching be experienced and ALL SHIFTS. Qualifications: Pass RN Circulator the bid will not be considered. The balance of the issuance of letters as provided in section 9100 of the w/benefits. For info call: cred not req’d. Desig. 21. Apply in person. F/T 4 day week. Starting medical and drug exam, FT. PT, PD, amount bid is to be paid upon confirmation of sale California Probate Code.The time for filing claims will 707-467-5866 or apply Subj. Cred issued based Jensen’s Restaurant salary $9.40 per hour. TB test, criminal Day Shift by the Superior Court. not expire before four months from the hearing date online: www.mss.ca.gov upon work exper. 1550 Lover’s Lane. On call $9 per hour. background check and No On-Call, TAXES, rents, operating and maintenance noticed above. Closed 1/13/06 Mendocino Counter & Laundry Qualifications: Pass have valid Cal. Drivers No Wknds expenses and premiums of insurance acceptable to YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you County Office of position now open. medical and drug exam, license. Ukiah Surgery Center the purchaser will be prorated as of thirty (30) days are a person interested in the estate, you may file with Education Support Apply @ TB test, criminal GREAT NEW 467-2120 after the date of confirmation by the Superior the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) 707-467-5012 or MEDICAL, DENTAL, developmentally Norge Cleaners background check and Court. of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets email [email protected] disabled have valid Cal. Drivers VISION PKG. RN, ICU The examination of title, recording of conveyance or of any petition or account as provided in Probate DEADLINE: 1/6/06 CRANE/BOOM matching 403B TSA in their own home. PT, license. all shifts, contingent. and any titled insurance shall be at the expense of Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form Operator & Driver- Plan, paid holidays & HowardHospital.com or FT & wkends. PU is available from the court clerk. GREAT NEW application at the purchaser or purchasers unless the Banking Class A Lic & cln DMV MEDICAL, DENTAL, vacation, paid training’s, 456-3101 ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER: Mountain View undersigned has given written permission for LOOKING FOR THE req. Crane/boom & VISION PKG. on duty meals. David E. Shell 1000 Sanford Ranch Rd. extension of the escrow period beyond thirty (30) BEST. MLCU has an truss exp pref. Comp matching 403B TSA Apply: RN, Med/Surg 206 South Oak Street Ukiah. 468-9331. days from the date of confirmation to and including opening in Lakeport sal/bnfts. Apply w/DMV Plan, paid holidays & TRINITY YOUTH PM, PT. Ukiah, CA 95482 the date of which escrow closes. for an printout: 2667 Dowd vacation, paid training’s, SERVICES HowardHospital.com or Support Workers (707) 462-1896 BIDS must be sealed and will be opened at the Assistant Branch Dr, SR, fax: 576-0917 on duty meals. 915 W. Church St. or 456-3101 needed for people with office of said Public Administrator at the hour of Manager. Must have or email: FREE Co-op Day Care on line@ developmental RN, SURGERY 10:00 o clock a.m. on the above date. The 2-5 years banking [email protected] Provided wwwtrinitycfs.org disabilities. Part time undersigned reserves the right to reject any and all 10 NOTICES 100 INSTRUCTION exp., be highly FT, exp. req. $8.75. Must be DRIVER- Apply: bids. ADOPTIONS & New Years Res: Learn motivated & a team HowardHospital.com or fingerprinted . 463- OPERATOR PT TRINITY YOUTH Nurse Noc FT Dated: December 27, 2005 FOSTER CARE Zydaco & Cajun player, have good 456-3101 8725 Use your own SERVICES Cloverdale Healthcare /s/ JAMES P. FOX True to Life Children's Accordion or Jazz & organizational, verbal, Center/72 bed SNF. economy auto for this 915 W. Church St. or Telephone Operator James P. Fox, Administrator of Said Estate Services seeks families. Blues Piano. Bruce written skills & a Competitive wages, Round Table Pizza courier rte. on line@ F/T, all shifts & THOMAS F. CASEY III Reimbursement, training & 707-743-1290 positive attitude. excellent benefits. Call Now hiring for eves & Approx. 30 hrs/week. wwwtrinitycfs.org wkends. Typing, Thomas F. Casey III, County Counsel professional support Operational, wkends. Must be 18 or HELP Mon. morn - 2 1/2 hrs. Barbara @ (707) 894- spelling, phone State Bar No. 197100 provided. 463-1100 compliance & older. Apply in person #236800809 120 WANTED Mon thru Fri. evenings Local Delivery 5201 skills a must. Hall of Justice and Records customer service between 1-4 @ 292 S. - 28 hrs. Clean DMV & Driver for growing Benefits offered. 400 County Center, Sixth Floor $8- $10.75 hr. knowledge req. Permanent PT Mon- State St. drug. Fax resumes to company in our van. Apply in person Redwood City, California 94063 20 PERSONALS MORNING, EVE. & Bilingual a+. Wed. 8-4. Office. 916-921-4414 or FT. $8/hr.Send DMV & 960 N. State St. Telephone (650) 363-4761 My Prayer Question - NIGHT SHIFTS We offer competitive Previous admin. exp. Schat’s Bakery call Jobline application to Box Ukiah. Facsimile (650)363-4034 “Is the Hi Frequency No exp. Pd. training salary, excellent nec. Computer helpful. Breakfast Cook 916-557-0422 01063, c/o Ukiah Daily Therapeutic Attorneys for the Public Administrator Active Auroral provided. Cooking, benefits, NO Apply in person Exp. pref Apply within Journal, P.O. Box 749, Residential Staff Research Program cleaning, driving & SATURDAYS, Drivers; CDL-A Great CHEESECAKE 113 W. Perkins Ask for Ukiah, CA 95482 for innovative 896-05 HAARP Connected to providing living skills a fun working pay benefits! Work; MOMMA Lisa, Zack or Phil. shelter program 12-30/05,1-6,13,20/06 ACLU?” Frances assist. to adults w/ environment & Jan.-Mar. Barstow- LVN/RN Crnr. School & Henry. MEDICAL TRAINEE working with at-risk ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE developmental business casual. Hotel Paid! April-Dec. “WARD CLERK” LOST & INSTRUCTIONAL Must be between ages youth in Willits. FOR CHANGE OF NAME disabilities. Will Send or email Ukiah-Home nightly! position open at Ukiah 30 FOUND PARAPROFESSIONAL 18-34. Good pay, Looking for Case No. SCUK CVPT ‘0596043 consider resp. Hi. Schl. ([email protected]) Archer Trucking Conv. Hospital. Found 12/31/05 Assist teachers; excellent benefits, individuals who SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF Sr. 485-0165, 468-0602 resume to Mendo 462-2600 Ext 100 Part time. WILL TRAIN in Boonville Older credential NOT education would like to improve MENDOCINO, Court House, Ukiah, CA 95482 Lake Credit Union, For more info call Female German COMMUNICATION DRYWALLER required. Beg. sal. opportunities. 2, 3, or or obtain skills to IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF: PO Box 1410 Sharon at Shepherd w/bad eye. ASSISTANT OR with manufactured $9.28-$10.23/hr; 4-year enlistment. Call move Cynthia Elizabeth Perez Ukiah, CA 95482/ 462-8864 or apply at 895-3710 /895-3785 TRAINEE home experience. positons/ times/sites Sgt. Rhodes at (877) forward in a social THE COURT FINDS that Petitioner(s) Cynthia Fax (707) 468-0350 1349 S. Dora St Elizabeth Perez has/have filed a Petition for Change $13.07-$17.52/hr. Contact Burr or vary. 751-1141 or e-mail: service health FOUND: LVN/RN 4Pm-8Pm of Applicant(s)’ name FROM Cynthia Elizabeth Perez 4 hrs/dy, 5dys/wk, CAREGIVERS Michele at SECRETARY III Michael.Rhodes@ profession. Excellent Area of Tollini Ln. Charge Nurse position TO Lindsay Jayne Dayton 10 mo/yr. PERSONAL Show Place Homes Perform skilled usarec.army.mil benefits & supportive FEMALE PITBULL, open at Ukiah Conv. THE COURT ORDERS All people interested in this Ft. Bragg High School. ATTENDANTS! 707-468-1201 secretarial functions at An Army of One. work Tan/white. Provide note-taking to Hospital. Part time, a schoolsite. Qual: U.S. Army matter appear before this court to show cause why Home Care Options, a Earn While You environment.Acceptin Collar. Claim at deaf & hard of hearing however could be full time 3 yrs exp., 50wpm this application for change of name should not be granted regional provider of In- Learn..Nurse Assistant g Animal Control. students using special in combo with the Ward type. 8hrs/day; 11 MECHANIC on: Home Assisted Care class is being held at resumes for F/T, 3/4, transcription software. Clerk position. WILL mo/yr. Sal. range Must be between ages HEARING DATE: Feb.10, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. in Dept FOUND: Services is opening a Ukiah Conv. Hospital to On-call Ability to type 60 wpm, TRAIN begins $11.28-$12.44/ 18-34. Good pay, E, located at Court House, 100 N. State Street, Ukiah, new office to serve the become a Certified positions. Must pass BABY JESUS 48 college units, & 1 yr For more info call Sharon hr; benefit pkg. excellent benefits, California 95482 counties of Mendo., Lake Nurse Assistant. This fingerprint clearance, 6x9” plastic. clerical exper or 1 yr at 462-8864 or apply at Apply by Jan 13th. education Dated: December 27, 2005 & Sonoma. Employees could be a ladder to a pre-employment Please ID. 468-6420 exper wkg w/children. 1349 S. Dora St., Ukiah. Info & app: opportunities. 2, 3, or /s/ Leonard J. La Casse have access to family new career, physical & TB before Exper with chdrn Personnel 4-year enlistment. Call LEONARD J. LA CASSE FOUND: Small dog, medical, vision, dental, CNA/LVN/RN. apply at LVN/RN charge nurse hire & clean DMV. w/spec needs is Commission, Ukiah Sgt. Rhodes at (877) Judge of the Superior Court fawn with black markings. 401K, paid time off, 1349 S. Dora St., position open at Ukiah Fax resume’s to desirable. Unified 751-1141 or email: Near Pomolita. mileage, competitive pay. Ukiah Conv. Hospital. Full Time. Attn: Angie 707- Mendocino School District, Michael.Rhodes@ Call to I.D. 463-6604 Flexible schedules, sleep New Wage Scale. Benefits 462-6994 or mail to: County Office of over and live-in shift EXP. SERVICE offered. Will train with long 1056 N. Bush St., usarec.army.mil PO Box 422, Ukiah, Ukiah Daily Lost-Large Black Education opportunities! Excel PLUMBER. orientation. For more info Ukiah, CA 95482, An Army of One. CA 95482. Please & White Male Dog. For an application benefits, paid mileage, Start immediately. call Sharon at 462-8864 (707) 463-5205. EOE U.S. Army put He has no tail, was lost packet call competitive pay, EOE. Ref. req. Based in or apply at 1349 S. Dora position applying Journal Temp. ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE 707-467-5012 or 707-576-0771 Willits. 456-0996 St. for in cover letter. New Year’s Eve COOK position. May email [email protected] TRAINEE EOE. Delivered somewhere off of West F/T BOOKKEEPER Marin Head Start DEADLINE: 1/17/06 CARPET LAYER lead to FT. Must be between ages Rd. in Redwood Valley. with strong accounting Associate Teachers EOE with manufactured Experience needed. 18-34. Good pay, to Your He is very timid. He background for 12 ECE Units Salary home experience. Pre-employment excellent benefits, FIND Property Mgmt. Fax based upon position. goes by the name Cook needed for fun Contact Burr or physical & drug education Door resume to 707-468- Kristine @415-883- WHAT YOU Rosco. Call 485-7100 fast paced lunches & a Michele at testing req’d. Dental, opportunities. 2, 3, or 9654 Attn: Diane. 3791 ext 14 or email NEED IN or 485-8017 or growing dinner service. Show Place Homes Vision, Medical 4-year enlistment. Call [email protected] THE 621-0237 Exp. a+ but not req. for the 707-468-1201 Graveyard shift benefits. Free co-op Sgt. Acree at (877) C WORKING with kids, g child care. 742-4216 or email: L LOST: Oak Manor area. right person. Apply within A Schat’s Bakery 113 W. CNA, Med/Surg. PT, small homelike OT, F/T Apply: Ronald.Acree@ 468-0123 Med. size dog. White PM, CPR & cert. req. environment, good pay HOME/HLTH. Trinity School usarec.army.mil S Perkins St. Ask for Lisa, w/grey coloring & blue HowardHospital.com or & benefits. Fax resume HowardHospital.com or 915 W. Church St., An Army of One. S eyes. 472-0405 Phil or Zack. 456-3101 to 463-6957 456-3101 Ukiah U.S. Army IFIEDS! THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL FRIDAY, JAN. 6, 2006 -13

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If you would like to be a sponsor and support Newspapers in Education Call: 468-3500 THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL COMMUNITY FRIDAY, JAN. 6, 2006 – 15 Community members to speak at Monday’s Martin Luther King, Jr. day event ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

By LACRETIA PEOPLES end discrimination in hous- Bigelman is currently a full ing, employment, and time teacher for Mendocino Special for the Journal November 1983, schooling in Chicago. Mr. County Office of President Ronald Regan Jones is a former two-time Education-Alternative signed legislation creating a chairperson for the Sonoma Education in Willits. “I was National Holiday in recog- County Commission on born the year after Dr. King nition of Rev. /Dr. Martin Human Rights, and a three- was assassinated, my Luther King, Jr. birthday. time congressional candidate involvement in civil rights The National Holiday is for the United States House and social justice is just observed the third Monday of Representatives. Mr. Jones beginning” said Bigelman. in January, and is a day believes his motivation for • Hal Wagenet, a Native when we honor Dr. King’s social advocacy is founded of Willits, spent mid-60’s principles, which are also on the inspiration he received through mid-70’s in the American principles in the from Dr. King and others in rock ‘n’ roll industry. truest form. his early years. “My under- During this time he was On Sunday, Jan. 15 and standing of the world are caught up in the draft Monday, Jan. 16, based on conventions; that protests in Oakland. Rather Mendocino County will be truth is, in fact, what we than street confrontations, celebrating this National agree it is (a constructivist Mr. Wagenet demonstrated Holiday at the 13th annual perspective). Dr. King dis- through performing arts Mendocino County Martin agreed with the status quo, focusing on music as a way Luther King Jr. Observance. and set about changing peo- to emphasized peace and Sunday’s event will be ple’s perspective of the moral hope. Returning to Willits held at the Ukiah Seventh compass that was influx at in 1977 Mr. Wagenet Day Adventist Church at the time” said Jones. became involved in the 1390 Laurel Ave. in Ukiah. • Victoria Patterson, political aspects of the The free program will run PhD., has lived in Willits Bypass in 2000. In Ali Frochen and Ryan Miller Mendocino County for over 2003 he was elected to the from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. Steve Purcell and Amanda Thompson The program will feature a 30 years. Her two daughters Mendocino County Board Miller-Frochen were born and raised in this of Supervisors, where he wide range of music from Thompson-Purcell Ali Frochen and Ryan Miller announce their gospel to chorale. The fea- community. Dr. Patterson has taken the lead on water, attended the University of transportation and housing Amanda Thompson and Steve Purcell of engagement to wed on July 1, 2006 at ture music group will be the Ukiah announce their engagement to marry on Redwood Valley Cellars. 33-member Capitol City Chicago earning a Master’s issues throughout the degree in cross-cultural region. Supervisor Wagenet Aug. 5, 2006 at the St. Mary’s Church in The bride-to-be is the daughter of John and Inspirational Gospel Choir Ukiah. from Sacramento. education. She taught in introduced the Mendocino Susan Frochen of Ukiah. She is currently Chicago’s inner city before County Marriage Equality The bride-to-be is the daughter of Lisa and employed at St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Monday’s event will be Jim Thompson of Redwood Valley. She gradu- held at the Ukiah United moving the Mendocino Resolution this fall (2005). School as a music teacher and she is the music County in 1969 and becom- “The marriage equality ated from Ukiah High School in 2005, and is Methodist Church at 270 N. currently employed at Visions Salon and Spa. director at SPACE. Pine St. in Ukiah. The free ing the county’s first Head issue is the civil rights issue The future groom is the son of Tim Miller of Start teacher in Fort Bragg. of our times” said Wagenet. The future groom is the son of Mary and program will run from 4 James Purcell of Ukiah. He graduated from Ukiah and Helen Williams of Eugene, Ore. He until 6 p.m. The event will She moved to Ukiah in • Kevin Murphy, is a pas- 1971 and has spent a career tor for outreach ministries Ukiah High School in 1996, and is currently is currently employed as a tile contractor in feature testimonials from employed at Clark Miller Distributing. Sonoma County. community members. The in education, teaching stu- for the Ukiah United theme topics of the speech- dents from pre-school Methodist Church. Martin es may include: 1) What through master’s programs. D. Martinez III, is the Red would Dr. King say today? Her real love and training is Road Coordinator of the Sustainable Mini-Farming Workshop 2) What were you doing/or in anthropology, a vocation Substance Abuse Prevention where were you when Dr. she shared with her late Program for the Redwood husband, the photographer, Valley Little River Band of to be held March 3 through 5 in Willits King was assassinated? 3) The Daily Journal Revolution” -type yields possi- guages, including Braille), and What was your involvement Scott M. Patterson. “I have Porno Indians. Barry Vogel been very fortunate to work is a private attorney in Ecology Action will be ble organically, while using Carol Cox, a development pro- in the Civil Rights/Social holding a three-day grow bioin- open-pollinated seeds and just fessional for over 20 years, Justice movement? deeply with both the Native Ukiah. Val Warda in a American and Latino com- teacher at Ukiah High tensive sustainable mini-farm- a fraction of the water, fertiliz- who is Ecology Action’s gar- Speakers at the Monday’s ing workshop in Willits, on er and energy resources of den research manager and co- event are: Ernie Jones, munities of Mendocino School and an instructor at County in ethno historical, Mendocino College. March 3 through 5. This will be other agricultural methods. author of “The Sustainable Vicki Patterson, David an opportunity for in-depth Bigelman, Kevin Murphy social and language pro- Monday’s program will Presenters of the workshop will Vegetable Garden.” and Martin D. Martinez III. jects” said Patterson. also include performances learning of the biointensive be John Jeavons, director of For more information, call Other speakers may • David Bigelman, gradu- from local performers. The philosophy and techniques Ecology Action and author of Ecology Action 5798 include: Barry Vogel, Hal ated from UCLA in 1993 two events is provided by which have been developed by the bestselling book “How to Ridgewood Road Willits 459- Wagenet and Val Warda and with a degree in Russian Mendocino County Martin the Ecology Action staff over a Grow More Vegetables” (now 0150 or 459-5409 (fax) or visit others. About the speakers: Language, upon graduating Luther King, Jr. 30-year period. Sustainable in its 6th edition and at present on the Web at www.growbioin- • Ernie Jones, is a doctoral he took a position teaching Organization (McMLK) and mini-farming makes “Green translated into seven lan- tensive.org. student in Education with English in Japan, where he friends. McMLK and Walden University, and a cre- worked for about 2 years. friends have been providing dentialed multiple subject His students ranged from inclusive and whole com- teacher for Mendocino kindergartners to senior cit- munity activities in County Office of Education, izens. After teaching in Mendocino County for over Alternative Education Japan and four months a decade, in an effort to Programs. Mr. Jones has adventure around the world achieve its mission to move been an advocate for social David returned to the U.S. beyond tolerance by change for over forty years to the Bay Area where he enhancing the innate spirit having begun his experience worked for a large computer of human kindness, through in Chicago where he hails company. After years in the events and projects. from. While in high school Bay Area he and his wife McMLK financial support he registered African moved to Willits were they comes from private dona- American citizens to vote started a family. Mr. tions and in-kind contribu- Bigelman attended graduate tions. prior to the Voting Rights Act LaCretia Peoples is the signed in 1065 by President school to get his California Teaching Credential and founder of and managing Johnson. As a social advo- director for the Mendocino cate he along with thousands began teaching part time at Lavida Independent Study County Martin Luther King, of others at Soldier’s Field in Jr. Foundation Chicago in 1966, heard Dr. Charter School, where he King begin the campaign to worked for two years. Mr. LIFE JUST GOT A LOT BETTER

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Lake Mendocino – Lake level: 748.93 feet; Storage: 87,997 acre-feet (Maximum storage 122,500 acre-feet) Inflow: 1,266 cfs Outflow: 4,017 cfs Air quality – Ozone: .032 ppm (State standard .090 ppm) Carbon monoxide: 1.10 ppm (20.0 ppm) Nitrogen dioxide: .022 ppm (.25 ppm) al opportunities to do so. ple, if you were improving 5 program must be creden- Orleans shows the wisdom of dents have been doing a better Ahead “Graduation rates in percent a year, suddenly you tialed,” Tichinin said. the thinking we were doing job. With the challenge of California have gone up are supposed to improve by “The county office has when we applied for the finance, the high school exit slightly and we believe that is three times that amount.” started planning now, because grant,” Tichinin said. exam, and No Child Left Continued from Page 1 an acknowledgement of the if it passes in June, effective Also in 2006, as the result Behind, we need to make sure of demographic changes, work teachers have been Preschool For All immediately the office has to of Proposition 49, there will we are working together, and declining enrollment and eco- doing in improving student On a more positive note ... develop a plan due in six be more funding for after a big key of that is staff devel- nomic trends, Mendocino performance. ... The drop-out the Preschool For All initia- months,” he said. school programs providing opment,” the superintendent County Office of Education rate has declined slightly, tive will appear on the June tutoring, homework assis- concluded. Superintendent Paul Tichinin thanks to the efforts of teach- ballot. Emergency Preparedness tance, etc. When the monies said. ers and principals encouraging “If the initiative passes -- Planning start to come in, school dis- Renovation of Ukiah “Education is looking at a students to stay in school and and there is all indication that Emergency Preparedness tricts will be challenged and High School this summer 50 percent cut in federal fund- get a diploma. The challenge it will, because there is evi- Planning is also on the hori- asked to develop more exten- The passage of Measure U ing. We are going to have to will occur in June with the dence that quality preschool zon for 2006. The MCOE sive after school programing, authorized the sale of up to find ways to provide some of High School Exit Exam,” programs improve student received a $990,000, 18- Tichinin said. $43 million in bonds -- and those same services and sup- Tichinin said. learning and school participa- month emergency prepared- Lastly, he said, MCOE will put the district in line to qual- port school districts,” he said, The No Child Left Behind tion -- it will be mandatory ness planning grant for revitalize the options for stu- ify for about $7 million in noting this will be a challenge, Act will increase demand for that school districts and coun- Region 1 -- Sonoma, Lake, dents in career and vocational state matching grants -- to ren- to say the least. improved student achieve- ty offices provide equal Mendocino, Humboldt, and education. “The county board ovate Ukiah High School. ment, as well. opportunity, regardless of Del Norte counties, Tichinin of education and the county Among other things, the California High School “The requirements of No income, location or said, noting the local MCOE superintendent for the last two majority of the funds for the Exit Exam takes effect; No Child Left Behind ... the rates resources,” Tichinin said. is the managing office of the years have been researching three-phase project -- which Child Left Behind Act raises at which students have to “When it passes (the coun- grant. and analyzing the delivery of will begin this summer -- will the bar improve their performance are ty Office of Education) is “The goal is, when we are vocational and technical class- go to re-roof buildings, The California High School increasing in 2006. If kids required to develop a compre- done, that every school will es in Mendocino County,” he replace poorly functioning Exit Exam will also present a were making reasonable hensive countywide plan for have current and viable plans said. mechanical equipment, intro- challenge for schools and progress before -- and we implementation utilizing pub- and have conducted drills and “I think all of these (issues) duce daylight into classrooms, some seniors. have evidence that schools in lic, private and family care sit- training for staff. I think it’s are going to require greater and replace the electrical, fire The Class of 2006 is the Mendocino County have been uations for preschool. Over important to have the planning cooperation between teachers, alarm and security systems. first that will be required to improving -- the absurdity of time, teachers must be creden- and to have staff prepared (in principals and school adminis- The remodel of the high pass the two-part California No Child Left Behind is that tialed, so even if it is a church the event of a major disaster trators in providing the best school will take three to five High School Exit Exam to schools and children have to preschool for instance, the such as a flood or earth- possible opportunities for stu- years to complete. graduate. Those who have not perform at a faster rate than individuals providing the quake),” he said. dents to continue their Laura Clark can be reached at yet passed will have addition- before,” he said. “For exam- three-hour-a-day preschool “What happened in New improvement, because stu- [email protected].

Proposition 98 to a total next population increases, those are excellent areas to formula, which sets funding at nizes that is a very significant Budget year of $54.3 billion, said O’Connell’s press secretary, focus resources, however he a certain level,” McLean said. amount of funding and it H.D. Palmer, deputy director Hillary McLean, said. remains concerned that we In last year’s budget, how- might be difficult to fulfill that for the State Department of “It also includes some of ultimately fulfill the commit- ever, the governor did not pledge in one year. ... He rec- Continued from Page 1 Finance. the governor’s own priorities, ment the governor made when restore the funding that should ognizes the governor made a that until the budget is “About $1.7 billion of that including funding for after he reached an agreement with have been included in educa- significant step in the right approved and signed this is $4.3 billion increase is to school programs, funding for the education community in tion per the Prop. 98 formula, direction,” she said. only a verbal idea,” Tichinin repay schools for the money music and arts programs in 2004. He asked education to which “led to heated debate The governor will submit said. they did not receive when schools, additional funding absorb a $2 billion reduction throughout last year,” McLean his budget -- which is a fiscal The governor’s proposal Prop. 98 was suspended in for physical education pro- to help the state weather a said. budget and would begin in would increase the kinder- 2004,” Palmer said. grams, and funding to help financial crisis, but he She said Schwarzenegger July -- to the Legislature garten through 12th grade Some of the increase in schools improve instruction in promised when revenues owes $5 billion to schools to Tuesday, Palmer said. education budget by $4.3 bil- funding is automatically dri- the areas of math and science. increased, education would be make good on his promise. Laura Clark can be reached at lion to bring spending under ven by the growth in student “Jack O’Connell thinks funded per the Proposition 98 “Jack O’Connell recog- [email protected]. KONOCTI HARBOR • Willits • resort & spa Officials have deployed NOYO THEATRE 459-NOYO (6696) On Beautiful Clear Lake Refuse volunteer debris monitors to Visit us at our website www.cinemawest.com distribute paperwork to flood INDEPENDENT FILM SERIES 7:00PM WED & THUS ONLY PRIDE AND PREJUDICE PG Continued from Page 1 victims countywide. Included is a “passport” allowing them King Kong PG13 GRANDMA'S BOY (R) - ID REQ'D DIG (1245 310 530) 750 1010 SATURDAY, APRIL 1 and receive sorting and dis- the free transportation of 12:00, 3:35, 7:10 CHRONICLES OF NARNIA (PG) DIG (1250 posal instructions. The waste to the Ukiah Valley 355) 655 1000 Professional Products Narnia PG KING KONG (PG-13) DIG (1225 415) 805 receipts divide garbage vari- Transfer Station. FUN WITH DICK AND JANE (PG-13) DIG Sold to the Public eties into appliances, electron- The county will foot the 12:20, 3:20, 6:30, 9:30 (1230 250 510) 730 955 RUMOR HAS IT (PG-13) DIG (1240 305 535) CUT • COLOR • PERM ics, wood, scrap metal, tires bill, Caylor said, adding that Fun With Dick And Jane 755 1015 ON SALE SUNDAY PG13 FACIALS • WAXING CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN 2 (PG) DIG (1235 @ 10 AM and miscellaneous. such a methodology would 12:10, 2:20, 4:30, 6:50, 9:00 255 515) 735 1005 Park Falls Plaza 463-3737 Please call theater recording for wheelchair Toxic waste should be allow maximum Federal accessibility information Times For 1/6 ©2006 1252 Airport Park Blvd taken to the Mendocino Solid Emergency Management Waste Authority hazardous Agency reimbursement, if the waste facility at 298-A Plant county is declared a federal Road, Ukiah on Tuesdays disaster area. between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Businesses and other insti- Caylor said he first learned tutions are not eligible for the of the impromptu garbage pile county-paid transfer. The Tuesday, and said he was deadline for residents to sign FRIDAY, MARCH 10 MONDAY/WEDNESDAY FRIDAY DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND... shocked to see residents “just up for the free transfer is Jan. 2ND SHOW JUST ADDED... SAT., MARCH 11 pushing up a big pile” of 19. Open Matchplay Mystery Cash Drawings ON SALE SUNDAY 1/15 @ 10 AM soaked and ruined stuff. Seth Freedland can be TUESDAY SATURDAY 2/10 & 11...MERLE HAGGARD Women Only Matchplay Open Matchplay “They weren’t doing any reached at [email protected]. FRI., MARCH 24 & SAT., MARCH 25 separation,” Caylor said, and Wild Card Poker 10 am - 1:00 am adding there was toxic waste THURSDAY SUNDAY found at the site, which is near Steps Men Only Matchplay $10 Senior Matchplay Hopland Elementary School. and Wheel Spin Drawings and Dice Toss Drawing “What I did is I stopped them Continued from Page 1 ★ All matchplays are from 10am-2pm and 6pm-10pm from pushing it any higher. I ★ Dice Toss, Wild Card Poker, Wheelspin 4/7...MICHAEL MCDONALD tried to bring some order. The injury or damage can file and Fox Cash drawings are from 1pm-9pm 4/8...PETER FRAMPTON school kept bringing their storm assessment reports by ★ Mystery Cash hours are 1:00pm-9pm 4/9...BIG & RICHWITHCOWBOY TROY stuff but we stopped that.” calling 463-4281 or online at ★ A total of nine (9) drawings per each Friday in January. Additional boxes for www.co.mendocino.ca.us ★ A maximum total of $1,000 may be given away each Friday 4/21...EDDIE MONEY appropriate sorting and secu- (click on Storm Info). Willits in January by random machine drawing. 5/20...ALAN JACKSON rity guards to maintain safety residents can call 459-4601. arrived, and soon Caylor shut 2 miles west on Branscomb Road in Laytonville 5/28...CLINT BLACK down the site, despite still Those reports are impor- 984-6800 • 1-888-4REDFOX tant, officials note: county 6/10...LARRY THE CABLE GUY allowing residents to bring MUST HAVE VALID ID. 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