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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA- On March 27th, the city of

Desert Hot Springs was the spotlight of a historical event in Riverside County History. Operation Falling Sun. This was a day when police gathered by the hundreds to send a message to the city’s gangs and parole violators. “We’ve had enough!” Over a hundred people arrested, thousands of dollars confiscated and several pounds of dope seized. Plus a known gang hangout was bulldozed down to rubble.

Nearly a month and a half after this event took place, people at City Hall are still talking about it and the thank-yous aren’t enough to members of the District Attorney’s office, the FBI and other police agencies. This was a plan nearly eight months in the making, targeting two tough gangs in Desert Hot Springs.

At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, Mayor Yvonne Parks handed out plaques of appreciation to over a dozen law enforcement supervisors and detectives for their efforts in the historic raid. But first of all,

she thanked Police Chief Pat Williams and District Attorney Rod Pacheco. “You could never stop talking about something so good,” said Williams, before

he and the Mayor handed out the awards. In addition to the awards given out Tuesday

Operation Falling Sun- Still Talked About After Over A Month

BY LESLIE ANDREWS

Riverside District Attorney Rod Pacheco

Councilman Russell Betts and Mayor Pro Tem Karl Baker ~All photos by Bruce Montgomery

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Rod Pacheco get’s a big hug, from Yvonne Parks ~ Photo Bruce Montgomery

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Operation Falling Sun- Still Talked About After Over A Month

night, the chief and the D.A. will be handing out personally written “thank you” notes to every police officer involved in Operation Falling Sun. Yes, all 680 of them. “We’re not done. We’re going to help as much as we can. We’re not going away,”

said Pacheco. He then reflected on the murder of one Henry Lozano that took place years ago, mentioning how his parents brought the troubles of the city of Desert Hot Springs to his attention. “This city council puts the safety of its citizens first,” Pacheco added.

Mayor Pro Tem Karl Baker was nearly in tears, expressing his gratitude towards all of the various law enforcement officials that pitched in. “This city has

been through a lot,” he said. “We’re going to go through even more, but only for the best. I get very emotional when I see the unity of a multitude of agencies.”

Councilman Russell Betts also gave his thanks, and

mentioned how this Operation made a difference. “It was like night and day, if you wanted to know if you made an effect on this town, you did. We stood out and it was a changed town. It felt safe. I don’t think residents have to alter their driving patterns to avoid bad areas anymore,” he said.

Newly appointed Councilwoman Jan Pye added, “I want to thank all of you for taking care of our baby.”

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2

Chief Patrick Williams gives plaque to DHSPDCommander Kate Singer. ~Photo by Bruce Montgomery

Linda Morrow with Mayor Parks and DHSPD Chief Patrick Williams

Certificate for completion of Police Academy #3 in Desert Hot Springs.

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Mayor Parks gives Ashley an art certificate for her entry in Palm Springs Art Museum Scholarship

Mayor Parks gives Sierra H certificate for winning art contest~Photos by Bruce Montgomery

Rossi Stubbs reported receipts of $24,900 DHS first “Relay for Life” held last Saturday.~photos by Bruce Montgomery

4 THE MATT WEYUKER COLUMN MAY 8, 2007

When he was sworn in as President on January 20th, 2009, he pledged to “preserve, defend, and protect the Constitution of the United States of America.” Keeping that in mind – after Supreme Court Justice Souter announced his retirement, the President had the “audacity” to state that Souter’s replacement must “have empathy.” Hey! What about knowledge of Constitutional law, and the mandate of Supreme Court Justice’s qualifications and duties found in

the Constitution’s Article Three?The President has recently concluded

his, “change you can believe in,” first 100 days in office. Has Obama made changes! Let’s examine his record – his first TV interview was given to an Arab news-network. In that dialogue the slight-of-hand President, focused on “warming-up” US relations with Islamic nations,

while “cooling-down” our associations with Israel. This irresponsible shift in “Israeli-Arab” foreign policy is pretty far-reaching, and is cause for alarm. Israel is the only Democracy in the Middle East, and as such, they share common values and traditions with America. Among these is a commitment to freedom, as outlined in our mutual respect for Judeo-Christian principles. Is Obama’s Islamic heritage coming to the forefront of our country’s actions in the Middle East?

What about Obama’s bow of deference to the Saudi Arabian King while in London? What of his “cordial” meeting with Venezuelan tyrant Hugo Chavez, and Obama’s allowing himself to look a buffoon in front of the G-20 conference, when Chavez gave him his “Mein Kampf”-like bio-book?

We can believe in this change – Obama’s changes of mind. He committed to Congress having 48 hours to review any legislation having its genesis in the White House before voting on it. However, when it came to the $787 Billion “stimulus bill,” President Obama called it “an emergency,” and then deceitfully orchestrated its passage. Apparently the “stimulus bill” didn’t qualify for the “48 hour pledge.”

There is the debilitating mountain of trillions of dollars of debt that the Obama-Pelosi-Reid troika has heaped

upon several American generations. And how about “GMGATE.” It seems that the US taxpayers now own 50% of General Motors and numerous banks – and China owns us – how lucky can we get! All of this in his first 100 days – I can’t wait to see what other irresponsible trouble Obama’s “leadership” can get our country in.

President Obama’s first 100 days can be summed up like this: – 1 – defending our Constitution is not as important as “empathy” where a selection of a Supreme Court Justice is concerned – 2 – reckless Middle East relations and the shifting of foreign policy to dump Israel and play patty-cake with Arab nations – 3 – deferring to, and encouraging oppressive dictators – 4 – commitments or statements made can be changed at any time – 5 – sticking the taxpayers with multi-generational debt, many banks, and a failing car company.

Obama apparently doesn’t like our “land of the free, and home of the brave” that he was elected to lead, and feels like it is his job to change it. We have been conned again!

Who is President Obama trying to con?

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Thousand Palms will reopen on Wednesday following a determination by the Riverside County Department of Health that school closures involving singular probable or confirmed cases of the swine flu are no longer necessary.

The county decision came following an announcement this morning by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius that the swine flu virus is turning out to be milder than initially feared so the government has decided to pull back on school closures for isolated cases.

Della Lindley was closed last Thursday as a result of a probable case that was later confirmed. School will resume tomorrow

morning. Students with flu-like symptoms attending Della Lindley or any other school should stay home, but healthy students across the District should report to school.

Indio High School will be reopening sooner than planned as well. On Wednesday, cleaning crews are scheduled to complete their work while staff will return to their site for a staff meeting at 7:15. The remainder of the day will be spent with crews exiting and staff helping with putting things back in place and prepping for Thursday’s instruction.

Parents of Indio High students and families will be getting a phone message about the re-opening of school on Thursday.

The cases of the two students who were

affected in both schools turned out positive, according to reports from the Riverside County Department of Public Health. So far, there are 12 cases of Swine Flu (H1N1) Virus in Riverside County and a total of 50 throughout the state of California.

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Have you had enough? Most people are totally fed-up with state government. We are tired of being intimidated and manipulated! We are tired of being bullied, cowed and hood-winked!

We send folks to Sacramento, year after year after year, with the authority and the responsibility to develop a budget. Every year it takes longer, the amount of spending increases exponentially and now they want us to do their job. “Just say No!”

They cannot balance the budget so they give us Propositions 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E and 1F. They say, “You decide.” They have tons of information, know where all the money is hidden and then they give us a few unreadable, unintelligible pages and we are asked to make a sensible decision. “Just say No!”

How feeble-minded

do they think we are? Our elected officials who work full time cannot finalize a budget, indeed. Why do we send them to Sacramento? They are bright, they have bright staff people at home, they have bright staff people in Sacramento, they have bright budget analysts and they have good salaries. Meanwhile we are trying to hold body and soul together while feeding and housing our families. “Just vote No!”

They try intimidation by telling us California will burn to the ground without a “Yes” vote. Then they turn around and make a deal that custodial workers will not have any layoffs. Have you heard of the legislator who gave raises to staff workers? Send a message – “Just vote No!”

Personally, I am a part-time teacher (COD) and I was called by the teachers union telling

me to vote ”Yes!” or education in California would “collapse.” This is bogus manipulation at its bare knuckle best. The Administration at COD has seen this coming for years, they have been good stewards. Why could they not see it in Sacramento? “Just vote No!”

California is now 49th on the list of states with a favorable business climate. Folks are packing-up and heading out. Our state, once a magnet for people, is now leaking people by the U-Haul© full every day. How do you like that new sales tax? Car registration? “Just vote No!”

There is new elite in California, they want benefits for a few paid for by the many. Who are they? Simply look at your mail and/or listen to your voice mail. Not one single business supports a single proposition in this election. “Just vote No!”

A strong message must be sent to Sacramento. We cannot continue to over spend. We cannot continue to raise taxes. We cannot continue to penalize business owners and private workers.

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Have you had enough?BY HANK HOHENSTEIN

Former DHS CouncilmanHank Hohenstein

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Dear Friends and Neighbors:

I’d like to update you on an urgent public safety issue in our community.

As I’m sure you are aware, the State’s financial crisis has had significant impact on Desert Hot Springs. We are getting less and less of our money back from Sacramento. This makes local funding even more important.

Over the past several months the City of Desert Hot Springs has been gathering community input on how best to meet our City Public Safety needs. We have conducted two community wide surveys, pro-actively sought out community comments with a mailer

to residents, received and reviewed over 500 community responses for input, and met with individuals and community groups.

After significant community input the City Council decided to place the City of Desert Hot Springs Fiscal Accountability and Protection of Public Safety Services Measure, or Measure A, will appear on your May 19 Special Election ballot.

Though there will be several state measures appearing on that ballot, it is important that local residents remember to vote on Measure A, as it is the only LOCAL measure affecting Desert Hot Springs. Measure A renews an existing local funding

source previously established by Desert Hot Springs voters. Measure A maintains and improves essential public safety services and reduces existing debt while maintaining a balanced budget. The public safety components of Measure A will:

Hire 4 additional police officers in Desert Hot Springs;

Allow the police department to more closely monitor registered sex offenders and parolees, keeping our children safe; and

Expand the neighborhood patrols that keep drug dealers and gang member off our streets and in jail.

Most importantly Measure

A is local funding that cannot be taken away by Sacramento. Measure A also requires all expenditures be subject to independent annual audits, that the public can review all city budget expenditures at local libraries, and the City of Desert Hot Springs maintains a balanced budget and reduces bankruptcy debt.

Please read the information contained on this site and learn more. Thank you for your time, and please stay safe.

Sincerely,

Patrick Williams, Chief of PoliceCity of Desert Hot Springs

Public Safety Update©

Slim Down this Spring8 FITNESS • DESERT LOCAL NEWS MAY 8, 2009

BY STAFF ARA

Warm weather has arrived, which means you’re shedding clothing and looking for ways to lose some of those extra pounds that accumulated while you hibernated away the winter months.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends adults do moderate to intense aerobic activities for at least 150 minutes a week. That translates into 30 minutes for five days a week, or just over 21 minutes for seven days a week.

But the warm weather means busier schedules, so you need to find a way to fit short workouts into your hectic days.

Here are some ideas to take advantage of spring and summer weather and fit the recommended exercise you need to maintain your health into your schedule.

1. Arrive at work early and park your car at the farthest spot away from the door. Then walk briskly around the parking lot once or twice before heading inside (depending on how large your parking lot is). The fresh air and blood pumping will help you to wake up and get ready for the work day. If you’re a little more ambitious, carry small hand weights or use weighted bands around your ankles and wrists to build and tone your muscles.

2. Turn your errands into a workout. Create your weekly shopping list and head out to the grocery or department stores. But don’t just concentrate on the items on your list. Take you cart and walk up and down each aisle. Or if the weather is bad, head over to the mall and get a few laps in while window shopping.

3. Try something fun from your childhood. Remember how much exercise you used to get when swinging a plastic ring around your hips, arms and neck? Sports hula hooping takes the fun one step further, helping you to burn 110 calories with just 10 minutes of activity.

Try a weighted hula hoop like the Acu Hoop from California Sports Hoop, Inc., which helps to build cardiovascular fitness and muscles in addition to burning calories. The circular motion promotes correct body alignment and proper posture in the upper body. Plastic sculpted bands prevent the hoop from sliding down your body so you can quickly get into the rhythm of your workout.

“The best thing about hula-hooping,” says personal trainer Rosemary Torres, “is it can be done anytime, anywhere.”

4. Turn housecleaning into a workout. With a little bit of music, a broom, dustrag or vacuum cleaner, you can make housecleaning more enjoyable, tone your muscles and accomplish one of those dreaded chores. Cleaning windows is great for the arm muscles, while vacuuming gets the entire body burning calories. Once again, if you’re feeling ambitious, add the weighted bands around your ankles and wrists for a more challenging workout.

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RIVERSIDE, CA. – Direct from Washington DC, the

renowned political satire musical group, the Capitol Steps, will be appearing in concert on Friday, June 26. Known for “putting the mock in democracy”, the Capitol Steps will be performing a benefit concert for The Foundation for Economic Stability, a non-profit that supports CAP Riverside’s programs. The Foundation for Economic Stability is partnering with the Riverside East Rotary Club in this joint fundraiser.

All tickets are general admission and are priced at $35.00 per person. The show will take place at Riverside

City College’s Landis Performing Arts Center at 8:00 p.m. For information or to purchase tickets, contact (951) 955-4900 or write info@capriverside.org

The Capitol Steps have been performing since 1981, and began as a group of Senate staffers who set out to satirize the very people and places that employed them. In the years that followed, many of the Steps ignored the conventional wisdom (“Don’t quit your day job!”), and although not all of the current members of the Steps are former Capitol Hill staffers, taken together the performers have worked in a total of eighteen Congressional offices and

represent 62 years of collective House and Senate staff experience.

Most cast members have worked on Capitol Hill; some for Democrats, some for Republicans, and others for politicians who firmly straddle the fence. No matter who holds office, there’s never a shortage of material. Says founder Elaina Newport, “Typically the Republicans goof up, and the Democrats party. Then the Democrats goof up and the Republicans party. That’s what we call the two-party system.”

The Capitol Steps have just released their twenty-eighth album, Obama Mia!, which will be available for sale at the show.

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BY STAFF ARARising unemployment rates

and looming foreclosures are reviving the once-common “home share” model, uniting strangers and family members under a single roof -- and increasing the need for home privacy.

A record 12 percent of U.S. homeowners are now in arrears on their mortgage payments, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. Foreclosures are up 30 percent since 2008, according to RealtyTrac. A recent study by the National Coalition for the Homeless showed that more than 76 percent of homeowners and renters who were forced to move because of foreclosures relocated with family or friends.

On the flip side are the homeowners who have decided to open their doors to boarders as a way to generate enough extra income to stave off foreclosure or bankruptcy. The trend is impacting consumers of all ages and backgrounds. Susan MacTavish Best, spokesperson for the national online classified ad site Craigslist, says roommate listings are up 65 percent in the past 12 months.

Making Room for Housemates

To make home sharing work, privacy is critical. As more homeowners open their homes, many will remodel for new housemates. Installing an additional bathroom makes home sharing a much more practical solution for the short-term. Just as importantly, a new bathroom provides a proven, long-term return on homeowner investment.

A recession may not seem like the best time to invest in your home. But smart remodeling helps maintain your residence, while boosting its value -- better

positioning you to capitalize when the market turns around.

According to Remodeling Magazine’s 2008-2009 “Cost vs. Value” report, a bathroom addition recoups nearly 65 percent of the investment. Small wonder then that bathrooms are the second most popular residential remodeling job, according to the National Association of Home Builders.

Keeping Your Bathroom Addition Low-cost

If you’re ready to add a bathroom to your home, be aware that you can save time and money by using an above-floor, macerating plumbing system. This type of product eliminates the need for costly excavation to create below-floor drainage. The unique macerating technology offered by SFA Saniflo Inc. makes it inexpensive to put a new bathroom anywhere in your home -- including the basement.

“Above-floor plumbing saves my customers an average of $1,000, and that’s on the low side,” says plumber

Mike Sikorski of East Taunton, Mass. Sikorski recently installed Saniflo in a basement bath addition of a customer who needed to make room to accommodate a parent.

Sikorski says installation of an above-floor plumbing system for half a bath or in a finished room typically takes just half a day. Full baths can take a day and a half. But either way, the savings are substantial.

Because there’s no need to dig underground drainage lines, a macerating toilet can be positioned right on top of virtually any floor in a home. Placement options include the basement, which is typically situated below drainage lines to the sewer or septic tank. With Saniflo, waste and water are efficiently pumped upward into these lines.

“I recommend above-floor for all my basement baths now,” Sikorski adds. “It’s a ‘cut-and-dry’ installation, and there are no surprises.”

Opening Your Home is a Big Step

Here are some additional

tips to keep the transition a smooth one:

* Rental Agreement: Even with family, it’s a good idea to have a formal agreement that spells out rent, house rules and chores.

* Homeowner’s Insurance: Check with your insurance agency to determine if you need additional coverage.

* IRS: You may be able to deduct all or part of your bathroom addition installation costs, but you may also need to report the rental income. Contact a tax advisor or visit www.irs.gov.

* Rights and Responsibilities of Co-Owners: The National Association of Housing Cooperatives has posted a great deal of helpful information on cooperative home ownership. Visit the Web site: www.coophousing.org

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After a long winter of hard work, inclement weather, schoolbooks and bad news on the economy, who couldn’t use a break

this summer? The recession probably has many American families reconsidering their summer vacation plans, but with some smart travel strategies, it is possible for the whole family to enjoy a budget-friendly summer getaway.

“Travel bargains will abound this summer, especially for families who look for value-focused destinations,” says Brad Dean, president and chief executive officer of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. “Like any other industry, tourism has seen a lot of belt-tightening among travelers; however hotels, attractions and communities are eager to woo summer travelers with great deals and incentives that push their dollars further.”

Here are five tips for making the most of your summer vacation dollars:

1. Demand the most -- If past summer vacations have consisted of a single destination with just a handful of attractions nearby, look for more value-focused locations this year. You may only be able to afford a single trip, or perhaps just a long weekend this summer, so you should look for a destination where you will be able to make every minute meaningful. From amusement parks and museums, to parks and recreation, look for a location with the greatest variety of accommodations, attractions, dining and shopping venues your budget allows.

2. Find the freebies -- True, traveling during peak demand times like the July 4th holiday may mean a higher room rate, but in locations like Myrtle Beach it also means free entertainment. Popular destinations often host free events and celebrations throughout the summer, and especially on holiday weekends like Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day. Instead of paying to see an attraction, you can enjoy these events for free. Myrtle Beach area communities host dozens of free festivals and events each summer, from a traditional Fourth of July boat parade to the famed Sun Fun Festival.

3. Don’t spend on the commute -- One

of the biggest dents your summer travel budget can take is the cost of the commute. Flying may still be the fastest way to go, but it’s also still the most expensive. Although gas prices are creeping up across the country, it will still be much cheaper to drive to your destination this summer than it was last year, putting the cost of travel within the reach of more families in 2009. Look for destinations that are within driving distance of home. Myrtle Beach, for example, is easily accessible from much of the east coast and Midwest. Driving will also save on car rental costs.

4. Think alternative accommodations -- Who wouldn’t love to stay in a luxury five-star hotel for a week every summer, but who can afford it in this economy? Be open to alternative accommodations, and seek out destinations that have a variety of accommodation types. If you usually book two or three rooms when you travel with the kids and grandparents, it may be cheaper to book a suite or rent a vacation home for a week. Additionally, check with your accommodations to see what kinds of package deals they have available.

“Many hotels partner with local

attractions, making it easy to cut costs and keep everything all-inclusive,” says Dean. “Myrtle Beach in particular is chock-full of accommodations that include everything from amusement parks to theatre shows in the price of the hotel package. It’s a great way to save a few dollars here and there.” Another way to cut costs is to choose accommodations with a kitchenette so you can save money by preparing your own meals instead of eating out the entire trip.

5. Don’t wait to make your move -- Travel experts agree: book now. Prices rarely fall as the season gets into full swing. Booking early, when hotels and attractions are eager to draw business, can save you a bundle. “Once high season arrives, you may find higher prices and lower availability,” Dean predicts.

Filled with an endless variety of diverting activities, the Myrtle Beach Area has something to offer every interest no matter what the budget parameters. To learn more about festivals, accommodations and attractions in the Myrtle Beach Area, go to www.VisitMyrtleBeach.com.

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14 15HEALTH • DESERT LOCAL NEWS MAY 8, 2009

There is no specific symptom and rarely an “Ah-ha!” moment that lets you know you’re losing your hearing. Rather, hearing loss is most often gradual. It affects millions of people, is one of the most common American health problems and often goes undetected. A professional hearing screening can tell you with certainty if you’re experiencing hearing loss and your audiologist can help you hear better.

Despite the fact that more than 31 million Americans report some type of hearing problem, only about 13 percent of U.S. physicians routinely screen their patients for hearing loss during physical exams. Complicating matters is the fact that those experiencing difficulties with their hearing often are unaware of their hearing problems.

“Hearing problems often go unrecognized by those people who might be experiencing hearing loss, sometimes taking years before seeking professional help,” says Dr. Kathy Landau Goodman, chairperson of the Audiology Awareness Campaign (AAC), a non-profit organization whose mission is to raise public awareness of hearing loss.

If you think that hearing loss is something that only affects the elderly, think again, Landau Goodman says. Hearing loss affects all age groups and more than half of hearing impaired are younger than 65, including six million people between the ages of 18 and 44. An estimated 1.5 million school aged children are also hearing impaired.

Experts say there are many causes of hearing loss, such as wax build-up in the external ear canal, a condition that is

easily treated but unfortunately goes unrecognized in 46 percent of patients. Wax build-up can easily be addressed by using an over-the-counter wax remover like Debrox from GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare. Environmental causes of hearing loss from noisy workplace conditions are also a major factor, as is the increasing incidence of noise-induced hearing loss blamed on the popularity of iPods and other MP3 music players -- a growing problem for hearing impairment in young people.

Early hearing loss detection and intervention is the first step to the successful treatment of hearing problems, according to Landau Goodman.

Hearing loss can be very subtle and develop gradually over many years so that people with hearing impairment don’t recognize it. Experts say that a loss of one or two decibels per year is not noticeable, but after 10 to 20 years such hearing loss adds up. In addition, it’s not uncommon for people to develop partial hearing loss for high pitched sounds that affect the clarity of speech, but still have normal hearing sensitivity for low pitched sound, in which case they hear other people talking yet can’t understand them.

Get a Hearing Screening Make sure to have your

hearing screened regularly. Recently, the AAC partnered

with GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, makers of Debrox, to bring free hearing screenings to communities around the country. Look for similar programs taking place in your community to find free hearing screenings or check with your doctor.

To find an audiologist in your area visit www.aud io logyawareness .com or call the AAC hotline at (888) 833-EARS. All family members, regardless of age, are encouraged to have their hearing screened.

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The Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center hosted an April luncheon in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. The event was held at the Miramonte Resort in Indian Wells on Mon., April 27. The event sold every seat for this luncheon.

Judge Judy Sheindlin was awarded the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center “Cherish the Child Award.” Judge Judy, as she is lovingly called, has one of the most popular courtroom programs on television. Her courtroom show is one of the top five syndicated series. Her quick wit and no-nonsense approach to everyday courtroom drama had made her a household name. She is a long-time advocate of women’s rights as anyone can see watching her in court. She wears the judge’s robe with such grace and common sense. The audiences love it when she says, “I am smarter than you are and you can’t pull the wool over my eyes.”

She can see right through a person who lies because of her vast knowledge and experience.

Recognized worldwide television personality Larry King gave Judge Judy the award at the luncheon. King has hosted the Larry King Live show on CNN for more than 20 years. He was a

long-time friend of Frank Sinatra. King was also honored with the “Very Special Uncle” recognition at the luncheon. King has been a member and uncle of the Children’s Center Uncle donor Club since 1994.

The ever-lovely Barbara Sinatra, founder and chairwoman, said she was proud that Judge Judy and King would make time from their busy schedules to come to this very special Luncheon for her Children’s Center. She said, “Together, we can make a difference and we are making a difference. One child at a time, one family at a time, one day at a time. If not us, who will?”

The Center provides counseling for victims of physical, sexual and emotional child abuse. They focus on prevention and education to break the cycle of abuse. No one is turned away because of an inability to pay for services.

For more on this story, go to www.desertcitiespeople.com.

STORY AND PHOTOS BY PAT KRAUSE

Barbara Sinatra, Larry King and Judge Judy~Photos by Pat Krause

Judge Judy, Larry King at local event

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Judge Judy and husband~Photos by Pat Krause

Larry King~Photos by Pat Krause

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Michael Childers presented the annual “One Night Only” event at the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, Calif., on Thursday, April 30. This event brought the best of Broadway and Hollywood performers to this great stage. “One Night Only” benefited Jewish Family Services of the Desert.

Comedian Bruce Vilanch started off the evening with his wit and stories. The entertainers have all had hits performing on Broadway, television and movies. Sally Kellerman sang with her distinctive, sultry voice. Loretta DeVine is currently on “Grey’s Anatomy” and Valerie Pettiford in “House of Payne.” They took time from their busy careers to sing for the crowd. Broadway stars Brent Barrett, Shoshana Bean, Davis

Gaines, Ty Taylor and Sean McDermott, to name just a few, sang their hearts out for the audience. Michelle Lee from “Knot’s Landing” fame sang from the floor in front of the stage. A McCallum regular, Freda Payne, also graced the stage for the evenings performance. Entertainer Alix Korey now lives in Rancho Mirage. Vicki Lewis, Sharon McNight and Liliane Monteveco brought their own distinctive styles to the stage. Actress Rita Moreno, best known for her role in “West Side Story,” and actress Linda Purl from “Matlock” surprised the audience with their wonderful voices.

The big surprise of the evening was 12-year-old Rocco Fiorentino. Visually impaired, he is one gifted young man. I

heard him play the piano the night before and was amazed at his talent. Then to hear him sing was so awesome. He has won many awards already in his young life, has made a CD and has been on several TV shows. He is a true inspiration for youngsters with disabilities.

This is one event no one would want to miss next year.

For more on this event and photos of it, go to www.desertcitiesentertainment.com.For more Pat Krause photos of “One Night Only,” click here.http://www.desertcitiesentertainment.com/index.php?option=com_e&Itemid=19&album=253

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22 HEALTH • DESERT LOCAL NEWS MAY 8, 2009

According to recent reports from the American Red Cross, more Americans are deeply concerned about catching the swine flu, or the H1N1 virus, as dubbed by the WHO.

One in three Americans is worried about the outbreak, but more than half of the people are paying extra attention to good hygiene and preparedness as a way of protecting themselves from the virus.

This recent survey shows that four out of five of those surveyed reported that they are following the swine flu story very or fairly closely, and 36 percent said they were either very worried (8 percent) or somewhat worried (28 percent) about becoming contaminated.

However, the swine flu outbreak has prompted people to take more steps to prevent the spread of the virus, with 55 percent saying they are paying

extra attention to proper hand washing, 48 percent covering their coughs more, and 41 percent disinfecting surfaces more. In addition, more than one in three have used hand sanitizers more and made an extra effort to avoid touching their mouth, nose and eyes.

In local businesses where people come in contact with others, like stores and casinos, people are using hand sanitizers almost several times a day, as was observed by this reporter.

“This swine flu virus continues to have the potential to spread throughout the U.S. Families, businesses and organizations should continue to follow good public health practices and to review and update their preparedness plans,” said Scott Conner, Senior Vice President, American Red Cross Preparedness and Health and

Safety Services. “Even if this version of the swine flu virus is not as dangerous as initially feared, public health officials worry that it could come back in a more severe form later this year. The Red Cross believes that prudent preparedness steps now can help keep families healthy throughout the year.”

The Red Cross and public experts have recommended that common sense and basic public health practices should be followed. These include covering your cough/sneeze with a tissue, frequent hand washing, visiting a doctor for flu-like symptoms and staying home when sick.

The survey did show that 11 percent said someone in the household had gone to work or school when they had the seasonal flu, and 22 percent indicated that they have gone to school or work within five

days of having flu symptoms. Public health experts strongly advise people who are sick with the swine flu - or any other flu - to stay home from school or work in order to help prevent the spread of the virus.

Other survey findings include:

Two in five are misguided about flu shots as 39 percent incorrectly believe that a seasonal flu shot offers some protection from H1N1.

Information on teaching children to wash hands carefully is important to three quarters of the public.

The telephone survey of 1,004 U.S. adults 18 years and older was conducted May 1-4, 2009 by CARAVAN(R) Opinion Research Corporation. The margin of error is +/- 3.1 percent.

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Polls Show That People In America Are Very Concerned Over The Swine FluBY HARRIET BRINDLE

BY STAFFSACRAMENTO, CA –

On Wednesday, the Department of Transportation (Caltrans) participated in the Oroville Dam Emergency Exercise conducted by the Department of Water Resources (DWR). This exercise simulated a catastrophic failure of the Oroville Dam, which is the tallest dam in United States at 770 feet.

Caltrans, along with

numerous local, state, and federal government agencies, collaborated with DWR in this exercise, which is required by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The purpose of this exercise is to periodically test and familiarize participants with roles, responsibilities, plans, and procedures associated with DWR’s “Emergency Action Plan” for all of its dams.

Caltrans held a functional exercise that lasted all morning

at its Sacramento headquarters and its Northern California district offices.

The functional exercise assumed that the dam had collapsed affecting major roads and bridges due to flooding in Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Sacramento, Solano, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba counties. Emergency operations centers were activated at county, regional, and state levels. Caltrans participated

by activating its Department Operations Center (DOC) in Sacramento and its District Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in Marysville.

Participating in this exercise is part of Caltrans’ annual training and exercise program identified in the 5-year training and exercise plan submitted to the California Emergency Management Agency.

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PORTLAND, ME- On Wednesday, Maine

Governor John Baldacci signed a historic document which legal-izes same-sex marriage in his state, making it the fifth in the nation and the fourth in the New England region to allow gays to marry.

Meanwhile, legislators in New Hampshire are trying to get a similar bill passed in their state, but their governor has yet to sign it. Same-sex marriage was legal in California prior to November 4th, when Proposition 8 passed, which took away the rights of gay couples to marry. Right now, that proposition is being challenged in the State Supreme Court.

Shannon Minter, from the National Center For Lesbian Rights, commented, “We commend Governor Baldacci, the Maine legislature, and the tremendous efforts of Equality Maine, the Maine Civil Liberties Union, and the Maine Women’s Lobby for ending discrimination against same-sex couples in marriage. As a nation, we are seeing incredible momentum in favor of full legal equality for same-sex couples and their families. Since the California Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the legal challenge to Proposition 8, three states — Iowa, Vermont, and now Maine — have eliminated discriminatory marriage bans.

“Last year, the California Supreme Court issued a groundbreaking marriage equality decision that paved the way for today’s victories. Public opinion has shifted tremendously since the ruling, and now more Americans

support marriage equality than ever before. The California Supreme Court is once again in a position to affirm the central role of equal protection in our constitutional democracy and to make clear that minority rights

cannot be put up for a vote. “We are hopeful that the

California Supreme Court will protect equality and hold that Proposition 8 is invalid, as the California Legislature, the Governor of California, hundreds of civil rights groups, bar associations, religious leaders and organizations, women’s organizations, and leading constitutional scholars have urged to the Court to do.”

But not all people of Maine are welcoming the news of

same-sex marriages becoming legal in their state. The Family Research Council (FRC) President Tony Perkins today urged the citizens of Maine to exercise their right to a “People’s Veto” and defeat the counterfeit

marriage bill signed today by Governor Baldacci.

“Today, Governor Baldacci signed a dangerous bill designed to destroy marriage and family structure as we know it, while paving the way for the establishment and protection of a preferred class of citizens in Maine.

“However, the Governor also stated his belief ‘that the ultimate political power in the state belongs to the people.’ We agree. So, we call on the

governor to become the first to sign a ‘People’s Veto’ petition and affirm the people’s right to resolve a matter of such grave importance. He should then urge the people of Maine to join him in this action.

“Because of the profound importance of man-woman marriage to the nation, we too urge the citizens of Maine to exercise their right to a ‘People’s Veto’ and halt this move toward counterfeit marriage. This citizen petition effort requires 60,000 signatures to force a statewide vote on a measure that is vital to our children’s future.

“Governor Baldacci and the Democratic-dominated legislature have failed to protect the rights of families and children by refusing to protect the institution of marriage, which provides the next generation with the best environment for growth, health and happiness. By providing the means for the establishment of special rights for a select few, they have acted at the expense of the natural family and future generations.

Senators in Maine passed this bill 21 to 13. Rhode Island is expected to create a bill that supports same-sex marriage but no decision will be made this year.

In the light of the passage of California’s Proposition 8 passing, three states have now set the standards to legalize gay marriage, which include Vermont, Iowa and Maine. To date, 30 states have constitutional amendments limiting marriage to one man and one woman.

Maine Governor Signs Gay Marriage Bill Into LawBY LESLIE ANDREWS

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The 12th Annual Marine Corps Desert Cities Golf Tournament and Gala was held on Friday, May 1. The golf was played at Indian Wells Resort with 144 golfers excited to play this newly renovated golf course. The grand clubhouse was so inviting to those new to the desert.

Raffle tickets were sold at $10 for an arm length and $20 for an arm-and-a-leg length of tickets. Ticket holders would then put their tickets in a favorite raffle. Golf clubs, golf packages, baskets of goodies, jewelry, vacations and other exciting raffle prizes left guests wondering where they were going to place their tickets.

A short program started by mentioning some of the elite members of the Marines and Navy in attendance. Many former servicemen were also introduced, and names of those great heroes no long with us were mentioned with honor. Golf awards were then announced. The Marine Corps Band from Twentynine Palms Air Ground Combat Center played for the guests. The color guard was brought in and the Pledge of Allegiance was spoken with everyone holding their hand over their hearts. TV Personality Joey English sang the “Star Spangled Banner” accompanied by the Marine Corps Band.

arrant Officer Steve Giove led the

b a n d i n many Marine Corps songs, and then said he was going to let their hair down and play a few favorites for the audience. They received a standing ovation.

After the dinner was served, the evening’s highlight started. Scholarships were awarded to two local young women. Alexandra Lucille Lewke and Emily Boffa accepted well-earned scholarships for their high marks in school.

Jim Irwin and Terry Adrianson gave the scholarships. Five Scholarships were awarded to well-deserved recipients — Cpl. Frederick Sanks, Sgt. John Mendez, Lance Cpl. Jonathan Zequieda, Cpl. Gary Huber and Cpl Daniel Marcus Lagunas.

An American flag that had been flown over the White House was given to former Indian Wells Mayor Mary Roche in honor of her husband Robert “Bobby” Roche, who was on the board and an important part of US Marine Corps Scholarships Desert Cities Inc.

For more on this story, go to www.desertcitiespeople.com.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause

Alexandra Lucille LewkeEmily Boffa

Joey English and Marine Corp Band~All Photos by Pat Krause

Warrant Officer Steve Giove

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24HOLD THE PRESSES ... JUST IN... DESERT LOCAL NEWS MAY 8, 2009

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA- At a downtown revitalization

meeting held on Thursday, residents, business owners, Planning Commissioners and the Mayor gathered together to discuss three possible designs for Desert Hot Springs’ downtown corridor

Mayor Yvonne Parks along with a few others at the panel felt that two of the three design patterns should be combined together to make Desert Hot Springs stand out rather than to echo the same image as Palm Springs or Palm Desert. In for City Manager Rick Daniels was Assistant City Manager Rudy Acosta, who discussed the details of the firms’ designs.

“This is the only one that belongs in Desert Hot Springs,” said Acosta when choosing one design over the other three.

All three designs were scored through a recent survey and the one with the

most points was the Pearson Architects Design, with a score of 776. WWCOT’s design came in second place, with 590 votes and the Escalante design came in third place with 545 points. No attention was given to the Escalante design, which was very mid-century with autumn colors and little shade.

“However, I’m worried about the awnings during the winds,” Acosta added, pointing out how strong the winds in the city could destroy them easily. “It goes well with the Vortex design.”

Eric Pontius, owner of Playoff’s Bar, affected by the redesigns, spoke, “I like the second one (the Pearson project) best.” He criticized the WWCOT version, which would make his bar look more like a Borders’ Bookstore.

Staff then suggested that some elements of the WWCOT and the Pearson designs be

combined. Mayor Parks later went up to the boards and pointed out the ideas that she likes and dislikes in both of those two designs.

The Pearson Design adheres to the Vortex plan, with traditional desert designs and color patterns collected from ideas from a trip to Arizona that city council members and staff took back in 2007. The WWCOT design echoed more of a Palm

Springs pattern and was not considered very pedestrian friendly.

Overall, the Pearson design was favored by all people in the room, after an hour and twenty minutes of discussion. The Planning Commission and the City Council have yet to approve the final project. Once that is approved, construction will begin in August.

Local Merchants, residents and the Planning Commission

Residents and Business Owners would like to See Some tweaking of New Downtown Plans

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26 HAPPY MOTHERSDAY • DESERT LOCAL NEWS MAY 8, 2009

Anna Jarvis, the driving force behind the creation of Mother’s Day, would be very unhappy with the way the holiday is celebrated in 2009, according to the archivist at Mary Baldwin College, her alma mater.

Newswise — Mary Baldwin College alumna Anna Jarvis was the driving force behind the creation of Mother’s Day. But she would not be pleased at all with Mother’s Day as it is celebrated in 2009, according to a source at her alma mater.

“Miss Jarvis thought Mother’s Day should be a day you spend with your mother, or a day when you do something special for her like fix her dinner or repair her broken stairs,” says William Pollard, archivist at Mary Baldwin College in

Staunton, VA. “It was not supposed to be a day where you buy her something.”

Jarvis, Pollard says, wanted to keep Mother’s Day non-commercial--a battle she knew she had lost by the time of her death in 1948.

To understand how the day became nationally celebrated it’s important to know a bit about Anna Jarvis. She was graduated from Augusta Female Seminary, which is now Mary Baldwin College, in 1883 and moved back home with her parents. In 1905, Anna’s mother passed away. After her mother’s death, Jarvis spent years sending letters to public officials urging them to set aside a day to honor mothers.

In 1914, that day came. President Woodrow Wilson, whose birthplace is

just across the street from Mary Baldwin College, signed the proclamation formally establishing Mother’s Day.

Over the years, however, Anna Jarvis became bitter with the commercialization of Mother’s Day. MBC’s Pollard points to several of her quotes on the subject.

“Mother’s Day has nothing to do with candy,” said Jarvis. “Candy is junk. You give your mother a box of candy and then go home and eat most of it yourself, or else you give her hard candy that breaks her teeth or dentures.”

“Flowers are about half-dead by the time they’re delivered,” said Jarvis. “It’s really a shame to waste flowers for Mother’s Day. Florists have made millions of dollars out of my idea and they don’t deserve it.”

Mother's Day Founder Would Hate The Holiday Today

PHOTO BY BRUCE MONTGOMERY

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30 COACHELLA VALLEY • EVENT CALENDAR • DESERT LOCAL NEWS MAY 8, 2009

The Men of Flamenco features the finest male Flamenco dancers in California today: Timo Nunez, Ricardo Chavez, Pablo Pizano, and Juan Talavera. They are acclaimed and respected Flamenco artists throughout Mexico, Spain, Canada, and the U.S. They have all earned their Flamenco membership badges by spending long hours in the dance studios of Madrid and Seville, Spain, studying with the top Flamenco dance teachers available.

Collectively they have appeared in movies, television, commercials, and operas. Timo Nunez is now in rehearsal for “La Traviata,” due next month at Los Angeles Opera, and the rest of the dancers are set to appear in “The Barber of Seville” in November and December 2009 for Los Angeles Opera at the Los Angeles Music Center. They were previously seen in “Carmen” in 2008 for 11 sold-out performances.

Assisting The Men will be

internationally known Flamenco guitarist Jose Tanaka, with the throat-searing Flamenco voice of Jesus Montoya, El Genio Gitano (The Gypsy Genius), known as the Pavarotti of Flamenco singing. Gerardo Morales, Flamenco percussionist, will provide his Flamenco support.

Plan now to “let your gypsy out” and see Juan Talavera and The Men of Flamenco at the Newman Theatre. Let them engulf you with their gitano passion and masculine Flamenco power! Ole!!!

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Critically noted and acclaimed Flamenco dancer Juan Talavera is bringing his pulse-pounding production of The Men of Flamenco! to the famed Arthur Newman Theatre, at the Joslyn Senior Center in Palm Desert, Ca. on Saturday May 23 for two furiously rhythmic performances of gypsy dance, music, song, and percussion from Southern Spain.

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THE VICKI LAWSON CRIME REPORT MAY 8, 2009 • DESERT LOCAL NEWS 31

INDIO, CA- Police are searching for a

man who robbed a convenience store late Wednesday night in Bermuda Dunes. At approximately 10:50 PM, Deputies assigned to the Indio Sheriff’s Station responded to a report of an armed robbery at the AM PM (78355 Varner Road) near Washington Street and the I-10 Freeway.

The clerk reported that a Hispanic male adult, approximately 40 years old with gray hair (with a fade), wearing a light brown striped shirt, light blue jeans, light brown straw hat and gloves entered the store with a black handgun. The suspect also possessed a metal tool. The suspect pointed the gun at the clerk upon contact with her.

The suspect walked behind the counter and forced open a cash register, taking an undisclosed amount of money. The suspect later fled from the store in an unknown direction.

Deputies interviewed several people and followed up leads, but as of this time were not able to locate the suspect.

Detectives are continuing this investigation. Information regarding possible video surveillance is not being released at this time.

Anyone with information regarding this matter is encouraged to contact the Indio Sheriff Station at 760-863-8990. Information can also be provided anonymously by calling our dispatch at (760) 836-3215 or Crime Stoppers at (760) 341-STOP.

Police Searching For Armed Robber of Convenient Store

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CABAZON, CA- Deputies and Casino

Security were able to help capture three suspects who were caught with a stolen vehicle in their possession early Wednesday morning.

At around 6:36 a.m,, a deputy assigned to the Morongo Indian Reservation Patrol noticed a brown Toyota Camry occupied by two Hispanic male adults and one white female adult, parked in the Casino Morongo parking lot. The occupants, who were acting suspiciously, exited the vehicle and were seen entering the Casino’s west entrance door. The deputy checked the license plate through the Department of Motor Vehicles and determined the Camry had been reported as stolen to the Beaumont Police Department shortly before, at about 4:50 a.m. on the same day.

The deputy alerted Casino

Security personnel, who reviewed surveillance video. With assistance from Casino Security personnel all three suspects were located inside of the Casino sitting near one of the bars. Deputies then entered the Casino, and with the continued assistance of Casino Security personnel, contacted the three suspects and arrested them without incident.

The suspects, identified as Daniel M. Falcon, 37 years old of Beaumont, James A. Longo, 40 years old or Banning and Valerie G. Dunahee, 24 years old of Banning were subsequently transported to the Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility where they were booked on felony charges related to Vehicle Theft, and Possession of Stolen Property. The investigation and resulting arrest was a cooperative effort between Casino Security and Sheriff’s Department personnel.

Stolen Vehicle Recovered At Casino Morongo

INDIAN WELLS, CA-Two people are in jail

after being caught breaking and entering a home in Indian Wells on Tuesday.

At around 12:20 p.m., officers from the Indian Wells Police Department received a residential alarm call in the 75-000 block of Desert Park Drive. About 12:30 hours, an officer from the Indian Wells Police Department arrived and began checking the exterior of the residence. As the officer went into the backyard, a black male adult ran from the residence. The subject dropped an item as he jumped over a block wall. The suspect entered an awaiting vehicle and fled the area. The officer managed to obtain a description of the vehicle, which was provided

to officers responding to the scene.

Deputies from the Palm Desert and Indio Station located the suspect’s vehicle traveling eastbound on Avenue 48 in the City of La Quinta. A high-risk stop was conducted on Avenue 48 and Dune Palms Rd., at which time both subjects were taken into custody. The officer who first responded to the alarm call was able to positively identify both suspects. Property belonging to the burglary victim was also located inside the suspect’s vehicle. Calvin Francis, 19, of Palm Springs and Latasha White, 27, of Palm Springs were subsequently arrested for residential burglary and possession of stolen property. Both sit in jail on $25,000 bail.

Two Arrested In An Indian Wells Residential Burglary

COACHELLA, CA- Police in Coachella are

searching for two men who robbed a business in broad daylight using a gun on Tuesday morning.

On that day, officers from the Coachella Police Department responded to 52-101 Industrial Way in Coachella (Desert Cities Pipe and Supply) regarding an armed robbery that had just occurred. While employees of Desert Cities Pipe were opening up for business, two Hispanic males who demanded money accosted them. The suspects were Hispanic male

adults, one 25-30 years old, 505, 160, dark complexion wearing a gray shirt and black jeans and the second 25-30 years old, 503, heavy build, and wearing a purple shirt and black pants. One of the suspects brandished a firearm and took an undetermined amount of cash. The suspects fled the location in an unknown direction.

Anyone with any information that can assist in this case is asked to call the Indio Sheriff’s Station’s Investigations Bureau at 760-863-8990 and refer to case Y091250007.

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