By Carol Lawson-Swezey

For Clovis podiatrist and Wilderness outfitter Dr. Allen Clyde, clearing the trails of his beloved John Muir Wilderness has been a high priority.

Clyde, who owns a wilderness outfitting service, uses pack horses to transport supplies and people into the wilderness, and has been increasingly frustrated at the ever increasing lack of trail maintenance in the

wilderness.“For the past two decades the trails have been getting

worse and worse, most of this due to ever shrinking budgets,” Clyde said.

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Pet Tips, Page 5Central Valley Motorsports, Page 7Let’s Talk Clovis, Page 10Dining Guide, Page 9

Community Calendar, Page 15Log of Shame, Page 16Trail Cleaning, Page 18Featured Recipe, Page 20

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Joeseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - A wonderful

performance

By Solia Ankney

On the dates July 19 20th and 25­27th the CenterStage Clovis Community Theatre presented the classic tale, with a new twist, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. At the convenient location of Clark Intermediate School in the Mercedes Edwards Theatre, a talented cast of performers and a live orchestra worked together to put on a community event that all ages groups could equally enjoy. This event was a wonderful way to support the town of Clovis and, at the same time, have a great night out. During the intermission some volunteers provided the audience with refreshments in the lobby, creating yet another way to give money to the Clovis community.

Not only did the performance have superb energy and talent but it also had good choreography and beautiful sets. Some of the audiences’ favorite scene in the play included a group dance of Michael Jackson’ s, Thriller. Another favorite was when the Pharaoh came on set dancing and singing like Elvis Presley. There were plenty more modern changes added by the directors including a gift from Forever 21, a cell phone used by the narrator and a child in the choir, and also one of the pharaoh’s underdogs had a laptop. Overall, the play was a fun and entertaining way to get out of the house, out of the heat, and a great way to support people around you.

Six Back-to-School Tips from Huntington Learning CenterIt is back­to­school time, and if

your student’s summer has been filled with trips to the pool, hanging out with friends, television and video games, and other leisurely activities, now is the time to transition from summer to school mode. “We always encourage families to relax and enjoy the less structured pace of summertime,” says Eileen Hunting­ton, co­founder of Huntington Learn­ing Center. “However, there are several things you can do toward the end of summer break that are immensely help­ful in getting students ready to return to the classroom.” Huntington offers these six back­to­school tips:

1. Set goals. Goal­setting is a great way to help your child reflect on last school year and think ahead about what he or she wants to accomplish and avoid this year. Talk with your child about the things he or she is excited and anxious about and have him or her set several goals and measurable milestones. You can do this just before classes start or during the first week of school.

2. Organize the desk and home. Get your house back into “school shape” by designating spots for important school papers that come home, a family cal­endar, backpacks, shoes and jackets, and a homework station. Your child’s homework station could be a desk in a bedroom or other room. Make sure it is stocked with the supplies he or she will need for the school year, and have your child help get the space ready.

3. Reestablish a schedule. Talk with your child about the school­day routine, including wake­up time, school hours, homework time, dinner time and any

extracurricular activities in which he or she will participate during the week. In the week or two before school, try to have your child go to bed and wake up at ap­proximately the same times as during the school year.

4. Review school work and infor­mation. Being prepared will help your child ease into the first weeks of school. Review assignments, spelling words and other work from the previous school year. Amp up the reading these final few weeks of summer. And find out as much as pos­sible about what is to come: your child’s teacher, class schedule, classroom loca­tions and more.

5. Set a positive tone. A child who struggled last year might dread going back to school, so it is important to help him or her get into the right mindset for school success. Let your child know that you are there to support him or her no matter what. Talk about things he or she is looking for­ward to this year—and offer ideas if he or she needs some encouragement—and point out some of the good parts of last year. Be optimistic and encourage your child to embrace the same outlook.

6. Arrange for tutoring help if need­ed. If last year was difficult, don’t wait to reach out for help this year. Help your child build his or her skills, preparedness and confidence with a customized, one­to­one tutoring program. Call Huntington today to discuss your child’s needs and schedule a diagnostic evaluation before the new school year begins. We’re here to help your student.

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Agenda 21 in One Easy LessonBy Tom DeWeese

Awareness of Agenda 21 and Sustain­able Development is racing across the nation as citizens in community after community are learning what their city planners are actually up to. As awareness grows, I am receiving more and more calls for tools to help activists fight back. Many complain that elected officials just won’t read detailed reports or watch long videos. “Can you give us something that is quick, and easy to read that we can hand out,” I’m asked.

So here it is. A one page, quick descrip­tion of Agenda 21 that fits on one page. I’ve also included for the back side of your hand out a list of quotes for the perpetra­tors of Agenda 21 that should back up my brief descriptions.

A word of caution, use this as a start­ed kit, but do not allow it to be your only knowledge of this very complex subject. To kill it you have to know the facts. Re­search, know your details; discover the NGO players in your community; iden­tify who is victimized by the policies and recruit them to your fight; and then kill Agenda 21. That’s how it must be done. The information below is only your first step. Happy hunting.

What is Sustainable Development?According to its authors, the objective

of sustainable development is to integrate economic, social and planning, historic preservation, conservation easements, development rights, sustainable farming, comprehensive planning, growth manage­ment, consensus.

Who is behind it?ICLEI – Local Governments for Sus­

tainability (formally, International Coun­cil for Local Environmental Initiatives). Communities pay ICLEI dues to provide “local” community plans, software, train­ing, etc. Addition groups include American Planning Council, The Renaissance Plan­ning Group, International City/ County Management Group, aided by US Mayors Conference, National Governors Associa­

tion, National League of Cities, National Association of County Administrators and many more private organizations and offi­cial government agencies. Foundation and government grants drive the process.

Where did it originate?The term Sustainable Development was

first introduced to the world in the pages a 1987 report (Our Common Future) pro­duced by the United Nations World Com­mission on Environmental and Develop­ment, authored by Gro Harlem Brundt­land, VP of the World Socialist Party. The term was first offered as official UN policy in 1992, in a document called UN Sustain­able Development Agenda 21, issued at the UN’s Earth Summit, today referred to simply as Agenda 21Who is behind it?

environmental policies in order to achieve reduced consumption, social eq­uity, and the preservation and restoration of biodiversity. Sustainablists insist that every societal decision be based on envi­ronmental impact, focusing on three com­ponents; global land use, global education, and global population control and reduc­tion.

Social Equity (Social Justice)Social justice is described as the right

and opportunity of all people “to benefit equally from the resources afforded us by society and the environment.” Redistribu­tion of wealth. Private property is a social injustice since not everyone can build wealth from it. National sovereignty is a social injustice. Universal health care is a social justice. All part of Agenda 21 policy.

Economic ProsperityPublic Private Partnerships (PPP). Spe­

cial dealings between government and certain, chosen corporations which get tax breaks, grants and the government’s power of Eminent Domain to implement sustain­able policy. Government­sanctioned mo­nopolies.

Local Sustainable Development poli­cies

Smart Growth, Wildlands Project, Re­

silient Cities, Regional Visioning Projects, STAR Sustainable Communities, Green jobs, Green Building Codes, “Going Green,” Alternative Energy, Local Vision­ing, facilitators, regional

ICLEI – Local Governments for Sus­tainability (formally, International Coun­cil for Local Environmental Initiatives). Communities pay ICLEI dues to provide “local” community plans, software, train­ing, etc. Addition groups include American Planning Council, The Renaissance Plan­ning Group, International City/ County Management Group, aided by US Mayors Conference, National Governors Associa­tion, National League of Cities, National Association of County Administrators and many more private organizations and offi­cial government agencies. Foundation and government grants drive the process.

Where did it originate?The term Sustainable Development was

first introduced to the world in the pages a 1987 report (Our Common Future) pro­duced by the United Nations World Com­mission on Environmental and Develop­ment, authored by Gro Harlem Brundt­land, VP of the World Socialist Party. The term was first offered as official UN policy in 1992, in a document called UN Sustain­able Development Agenda 21, issued at the UN’s Earth Summit, today referred to simply as Agenda 21

Who is behind it?ICLEI – Local Governments for Sus­

tainability (formally, International Coun­cil for Local Environmental Initiatives). Communities pay ICLEI dues to provide “local” community plans, software, train­ing, etc. Addition groups include American Planning Council, The Renaissance Plan­ning Group, International City/ County Management Group, aided by US Mayors Conference, National Governors Associa­tion, National League of Cities, National Association of County Administrators and many more private organizations.

Where did it originate?

The term Sustainable Development was first introduced to the world in the pages a 1987 report (Our Common Future) pro­duced by the United Nations World Com­mission on Environmental and Develop­ment, authored by Gro Harlem Brundt­land, VP of the World Socialist Party. The term was first offered as official UN policy in 1992, in a document called UN Sustain­able Development Agenda 21, issued at the UN’s Earth Summit, today referred to simply as Agenda 21.

What gives Agenda 21 Ruling Author­ity?

More than 178 nations adopted Agen­da 21 as official policy during a signing ceremony at the Earth Summit. US presi­dent George H.W. Bush signed the docu­ment for the US. In signing, each nation pledge to adopt the goals of Agenda 21. In 1995, President Bill Clinton, in compli­ance with Agenda 21, signed Executive Order #12858 to create the President’s Council on Sustainable Development in order to “harmonize” US environmental policy with UN directives as outlined in Agenda 21. The EO directed all agencies of the Federal Government to work with state and local community governments in a joint effort “reinvent” government using the guidelines outlined in Agenda 21. As a result, with the assistance of groups like ICLEI, Sustainable Development is now emerging as government policy in every town, county and state in the nation.

Revealing Quotes From the Planners“Agenda 21 proposes an array of ac­

tions which are intended to be implement­ed by EVERY person on Earth…it calls for specific changes in the activities of ALL people… Effective execution of Agenda 21 will REQUIRE a profound reorienta­tion of ALL humans, unlike anything the world has ever experienced… ” ­Agenda 21: The Earth Summit Strategy to Save Our Planet (Earthpress, 1993).

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To Believe Or Not To Believe Let’s go back a little over thirteen years

ago. Right before the year 2000 there was a sort of mass hysteria. There was a fear of the impending “millennium.” Ev­eryone was stocking up, hoarding if you will, filling their bunkers, preparing for the “crash.” Now how much of that fear ac­tually occurred? The only thing that hap­pened was that people cluttered up their homes with non­essential “stuff.” Com­panies selling these items made a killing. How could this happen? Well, someone led the charge and sold this through propa­ganda causing us to believe something that just wasn’t so.

Now let’s go back to December 1990, when a little program called “60 Minutes” aired a story, which was deemed by some to be one of the most irresponsible report­ing on network television. The subject was “Mercury Toxicity” from amalgam fillings. Amalgam (your silver fillings) ­ the chemical makeup of the silver filling is zinc, tin, copper, silver and mercury. If we’ve ever put gas in our car, we have smelled the fumes from the gas. Every­one knows that smelling gas fumes is toxic. But, under those conditions, there

are not enough toxins to hurt us. So let us put things in perspective. We all know that there is such a thing as Mercury poisoning. But how much is too much?

The program reported mercury va­pors detected in the patient’s mouth were at levels that would be detrimental. The only thing was the instrument used to check these mercury levels was one used in a warehouse and could only detect a bil­lionth of a gram of mercury in the mouth. If you are going to do research and com­parisons, you must study apples against apples. The information provided was completely manipulated, but why? There are a handful of “anti­amalgamists” which would use this information to “SELL” to you. They want to sell you treatment, test­ing, diagnostics and false hopes.

In 1993, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services concluded that there is scant evidence of harm and there is no beneficial health effects to replac­ing amalgams. Their conclusions were more involved, alongside the reports of the American Dental Association Coun­cil on Scientific Affairs, where they ulti­mately concluded that “there currently is

no justification for discontinuing the use of amalgam.” There are always two sides to every story but if there are underlying rea­sons for promoting your side of the story, then it becomes suspect.

Am I here to promote the use of silver fillings? No. But we must realize that these have been used for years and they are a serviceable restoration without any known detriment to your health. There are no known scientific reports linking amal­gam to health issues. That being said, the question arises as to whether or not there is anything better to use. Yes. Silver fill­ings by definition only “fill” the site where the decay was removed. Do the silver fill­ings provide any strength to the remain­ing tooth structure? No. Even if placed correctly, do they have a high probability of leaking? Yes. What is an alternative? Composite bonded fillings. They are com­pletely esthetic, they have high durabil­ity, and by the nature of the bond to the remaining tooth structure, the tooth is sup­ported and sealed better. So are there true reasons to replace your amalgam fillings? Possibly. Believe it or not, you should ask your dentist!

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At Last, it’s Time to Reap Rewards for SavingsFor the past few years, savings accounts

(CDs, or in credit unions, share certificates) have not been a particularly robust way to earn interest. That’s quickly changing.

Financial institutions – particularly credit unions – are now offering rising interest rates for savings accounts, making them a great way to save money and earn interest.

Savings accounts are especially useful for people who have limited amounts of money to put away for a rainy day. Young people, especially younger couples, are finding that opening a savings account – and making regular contributions to it – is the best way to actually save money. Now that savings interest rates are on the rise, savings accounts are a great way to make money, too.

Another reason savings accounts are handy is that the money you deposit into the account can be withdrawn when you need it. Most savings accounts allow you to access your savings through ATM or mobile devices, giving you greater access should an emergency arise. There’s one credit union in town that offers a long­term investment (25­months) with a higher interest rate – plus the bonus liquidity of

a no­fee, one­time withdrawal during the term.

Savings accounts are also a safe place to keep your money. No one should do what your great­grandmother may have done: keep large amounts of money at home – it’s dangerous. The money could be stolen or, if there was a fire, it would be destroyed. You’d lose your money with no possibility of recovering it.

Savings accounts in banks and credit unions are insured. If the institution is robbed or burns down, you will still have your money, plus interest.

Before you open your new savings account, make sure you do a little homework first. Find out which institution is offering the best interest rates and deal with them. Credit unions, in fact, are more competitive today with their savings account rates, and many are offering higher interest rates than banks.

Here in Clovis, Fresno County Federal Credit Union is offering the “Three Wishes Share Certificate”, a special 25­month share certificate that comes with a 1.15% APY (Annual Percentage Yield) plus three advantages you’ll want to check out:

• Higher returns – You’ll earn

more by “bumping up” your interest rate at any one time during the term. In other words, you can take advantage of rising rates while still earning more than most certificates at other institutions can offer.

• Deposit into your certificate – You can make an additional deposit once during the term and earn interest on the entire new balance during the remainder of the term.

• Access your cash – You can withdraw funds once during the term with no fees or penalties. You’ll always have the comfort of knowing you can access your money any time you need it.

Look around and you’ll come to the conclusion that Fresno County Federal Credit Union will enable you to enjoy quality yields on insured savings with share certificates. Combining safety, consistently competitive rates and a wide range of deposit terms, a share certificate savings account is one of your best investment options available. You can invest as little as $2,500.00.

Fresno County Federal Credit Union members have access to a full range of financial services, including free checking and savings accounts, free VISA debit

cards, free mobile and online banking with Bill Pay, low rate MyRewards VISA credit cards, and professional budget management tools. Members receive highly personalized service, and the essential services needed to manage finances with ease.

For more information about membership in Fresno County Federal Credit Union, or the “Three Wishes Share Certificate”, visit online at www.FresnoCU.com.

Shaver Lake Fishing ReportBy Dick Nichols

Shaver Lake fishing is simply great. Multiple limits are the norm, says guide Dick Nichols, of Dick’s Fishing Charters, in Shaver. His clients have caught mixed kokanee and trout in excess of 3 limits all week.

Nichols has been fishing the island and in front of Shaver Lake Marina this past week at depths of 55 feet on the down rig­gers to find most of the fish. Apex, Trout Busters, Captain Jack’s Super Hoochies and WEE Tad lures tipped with corn have

been the best lures. His side poles have Trout Busters behind weighted Mountain Flashers with corn and crawler on the 2 hooks at about 22 feet. He says the bite is very early, slows down by 730 am and then pick’s up about 9 am. For the most part, the bite is done by 1130 am. The side poles have been a tad better than the downrigger, especially after the initial early bite.

Reports of good bank fishing in the road 1 and 2 areas with Power Bait. The lake has risen to 65% capacity and surface water temperatures have lowered to 70 de­grees.

Tickets for the 3rd annual Shaver Lake Trophy Trout Sportsmen’s Dinner went on sale August 1st for the September 28th dinner in Shaver. Last year’s dinner raised $20,000.00 for the 2013 trophy trout plant, about 2,500 in all.

Tickets can be purchased from SLTTP secretary Debby Dixon at Shaver Lake Sports, 559­841­2740. The past 3 years dinners have been complete sellouts.

Ray and Julie Etcheverry, their son Joe and his girl friend Alyse Shayer, show off their 3 plus limits of mixed kokanee and trout taken on Shaver Lake with guide Dick Nichols, of Dick’s

Fishing Charters.

Dick Nichols owner of Dicks Fishing Charters

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Benefits of early dog socializationBeing a responsible pet owner requires

a substantial commitment. For dog owners, ensuring a dog is well fed and exercised and receives routine medical care are essential elements of responsible pet ownership. People new to dog ownership may not realize the importance of early socialization and training of their new pet.

The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior has outlined the importance of early puppy socialization, preferably before a puppy reaches 12 to 16 weeks of age. This is a period of important critical development, which can help the animal grow into a well­adjusted pet.

New pet parents are encouraged to enroll in a training class for their puppies or, at the very least, to expose their puppies to other animals and people at an early age. The experience not only helps owners develop a strong bond with their pets but also enforces positive behavior in a fun atmosphere. If unsocialized, dogs may become aggressive or extremely off­put by other animals and people. Such dogs run a greater risk of being surrendered to a shelter.

Although puppies may not have completed their complete run of immunizations at an early age, many vets agree that early socialization with other animals outweighs the risk of contracting an illness. The benefits of this socialization include proper interaction with people, off­leash play to learn boundaries and bite inhibition with other puppies.

Young pups are eager sponges, ready to absorb information from their environment and families. Early stimulation in a fun and supportive manner will help prevent some potential behavioral problems that can become more difficult to correct as a puppy grows into adulthood. Although it is

possible to teach an old dog new tricks, it’s much easier to teach dogs when they are still eager puppies willing to learn.

Barking, biting, digging, and jumping are all behaviors puppies are likely to engage in. It is key for pet owners to discourage these behaviors as early as possible because it can lead to a strained relationship between pet parent and animal if the dog continues to engage in these acts into adolescence. Very often dogs are chastised or surrendered simply because they were never taught the proper way to behave.

It is not necessary to enroll in a puppy training class if owners feel confident in

their abilities to train the dog on their own. Working with the pet each and every day for a small amount of time will gradually drive home the necessary lessons. Heaping a large amount of praise on a job well done will positively reinforce desired actions. If a puppy training class is not part of a dog’s upbringing, at­home training and visits to a dog park or puppy daycare can provide the socialization the dog needs.

Puppies are willing and able to learn a great deal of behaviors at an early age. Responsible pet owners must set the course for discipline, socialization and training that can foster a long and healthy relationship.

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Three Steps to A Better Fescue Lawn

You have had a chance to watch your lawn evolve over the years to where it is today. It may have bare spots or unwanted grassy or broadleaf weeds that detract from its appearance. Unless you take some action I can pretty well guarantee that the lawn will not evolve back to the lush green uniform lawn that you once had at the start (assuming it was nice at one time).

First you want to identify the short comings and the causal agents. Bare spots could be the result of pets, poor sprinkler coverage, fertilizer burn, excessive shade, annual weed pressure, poor soils, etc. As the landscape matures and trees cast a more shade the lawn may thin or nearly disappear. Weeds are easier to control when you have properly identified them and know their life cycle. Crabgrass and bermuda grass are not the same by any stretch.

Secondly, you will want to correct the things that you are able to. I would definitely address the sprinklers as they are a key element in having a thick, healthy lawn. Sprinklers should be checked regularly throughout the season and adjusted as needed for time and coverage. Poor soils could be amended or replaced. Tough perennial weeds like dallisgrass and bermuda should be sprayed out a few times in August and September to help eliminate them. There are no guarantees on totally killing bermuda, but one can definitely hurt it badly.

The third step is to get the lawn thickened up with the desirable grasses, but only after one has worked on the sprinklers and perennial weeds. Preparation of the site is very important. Aeration and dethatching

assure that the seed will make good soil contact and increase your chances of good germination. The area should be smooth and open up enough to allow the seed to drop down to the soil below. In thin spots or areas where one is essentially reestablishing a lawn, the use of a ¼ inch of humus to cover the seed will help hold onto moisture and heat to establish the new seedlings. Finally, the addition of a starter fertilizer high in phosphorus (the middle number on the bag) will assist the seedlings to grow faster and with a healthier root system going into the winter months.

That’s basically it. It is not rocket science, but it is important not to cut corners. If you would like a free evaluation of your lawn and some free advice you can call Weed Man at 559­266­1624 or check out our website at Fresno.WeedManUSA.com.

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Central Valley Motorsports- SPONSORED BY HEDRICKS CHEVROLET -

By Paul Hinkle

We have had a short reprieve from the heat, but we all know it won’t last. Get in as much cruising as you can now because it wouldn’t be August without the heat returning.

The high heat in the valley drove street rodders and thousands of people to Shaver Lake for the 12th Annual Car Show benefiting the local Big Creek School. The smoke from the Aspen fire lingered around the village until mid morning when

mild winds helped cleared the air. The weather was very comfortable, in the high 80’ and plenty of shade under the trees. It was also one of the busiest days of the year for the local businesses in Shaver Lake.

As you arrived in the morning with your rod, you could select where you wanted to park for the day. Rods were parked in every corner of Shaver.

The parking lot in front of Wahtoke Grill & Bar was overflowing with some of the finest rods you will find in any car show. At The Shaver Lake Coffee & Deli, parking spaces were filled with outstanding muscle cars. Wherever you looked, the streets were lined with hot rods and spectators. Many of the car owners have cabins around Shaver Lake, so they made a long weekend of it with the cruise on Friday

night and the car show on Saturday.

Mark your calendar for next years 14th Annual Car Show July 26, 2014.

Event Winners:Best of Show –

Stan Pilegard 1929 Ford

Best Muscle Car – Carl Bischel 1970 Dodge Challenger

Best Street Rod – Pat Graham 1937 Ford Coupe

Best Truck –

Terry Cato 1946 Ford F100Best Interior – Pat Graham 1937 Ford

CoupeBest Engine – TJ Kazorian 1928 Ford

SedanBest Stock Original – Larry & Judy

Wait 1930 Dodge Sedan DC 8Best Wheels – Ann Howell 2005

Chrysler 300CBest Custom – Pat Graham 1937 Ford

CoupeBest Convertible – Calvin Morgan 1955

Chevrolet ConvertibleBest Paint – Jerry Weatherford 1938

Chevrolet CoupeBest Sound System

– Virgil Porter 1968 Chevrolet El Camino

Show Queen – Pat Graham 1937 Ford Coupe

People’s Choice – Pat Graham 1937 Ford Coupe

Best Service Vehicle – Tim Downing

Special Interest – Bog King 1948 Crosley Station Wagon

Work In Progress – Chris Cissel 1929 Ford A

Oldest Entrant – Ken Sewell 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

Youngest Entrant – TJ Kazorian 1928 Ford Sedan

Generation Owned – William Hefele 1957 Chevrolet

Greatest Distance Traveled – John & Olga Trimboll, San Ramon, CA.

UP COMING EVENTS: Aug. 16th ­17th Clovis Elks Hot August Daze and Aug. 17th Park in the Park Clovis 4:00pm, Aug 23rd – 25th The 27th West Coast Nationals Pleasanton, Aug. 24th

The 1st Annual Bass Lake Car Show, Budweiser’s 2nd Annual Super Car Show Tulare County Fair Grounds and Solvang Car Show, Aug. 31st Paso Robles Classic Car Show, September 1st Cambria Car Show, Sept. 7th The 11th Annual Run of the Gold Classic Car Show Oakhurst, Sept. 8th Grandparents Day, Summer Send­Off Car Show Tulare, Sept. 15th Coarsegold Classic Car Show, Sept. 21st Park in the Park Clovis 4:00pm, Chowchilla Classic Car Show, Selma Parkn The Park Car Show, Sept. 28th Spoke & Rods Fresno Fair, Calvary Chapel Car Show Visalia, Sept. 29th British Car Roundup Clovis,

Oct. 5th –6th Eagle Field Drags Hot Rod Gathering Pre 74, Oct. 12th 2nd annual Autumn Car Show at Clovis Christian Church, Sports Cars in the Park Oakhurst, Oct 18th – 20th 22nd California Hot Rod Reunion.

If your club or organization is putting on a car show or motorsports event, please send your information to clovismotorsportsjamboree@gmail.com or call me at (559) 970­2274. I’m also looking for interesting cars and events to

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Leaps and cheers at Pole Vaulting CompetitionBy Carol Lawson-Swezey

More than 10,000 spectators lined the streets of Old Town Clovis July 26th to cheer and support pole vaulters from throughout the country at the 2013 North American Pole Vault Championships. Both world class and amateur athletes representing five cities, Clovis, Hanford, Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Reno, competed in the one day event.

As a triumph in his home town, former Clovis West High pole vaulter Doug Fraley guided his New Orleans squad to team victory. Doug, the son of event organizer Bob Fraley and a three time NCAA pole vault champion at Fresno State, is currently a coach at Tulane University in New Orleans. Doug broke the pole vaulting record at 17 foot ½ inch at Clovis West High School years ago. That record still stands. His partner coach, Erica Bartolina, was a former 2008 Olympic pole vaulting athlete.

“I was really excited to have my son’s team win­ for us it’s a heritage thing,” Fraley said. “We have pole vaulting in our blood.”

Adding to the family pride was grandson Trevor Groom, 16, of Clovis West High School, who scored 15 feet, the highest height of the local high school vaulters.

Doug Fraley’s school must have been impressed as well. He was just told in early August that Tulane is adding an 80 percent scholarship to bring in a male vaulter to help restore the men’s program.

Although it was unseasonably hot, the evening became more tolerable as Old Town’s buildings cast their shadows and an evening breeze kicked in. Fraley said the combination of the enthusiastic crowd, energizing music and inspiring athletes made this event one of his most memorable.

Fraley took out a group of elite athletes to Clovis High School starting at 4:45 in the morning of the event­ to be featured on the local morning newscasts.

Fraley said the news media coverage,

the support of Carole Lester and the Business Organization of Old Town and a great number of community sponsors made the event soar to new heights.

And the day kept getting better.“The spirit of the crowd was

unbelievable,” Fraley said. “They really intensified the good atmosphere. Many of the athletes said it was the best event they had ever been to.”

This is the 19th year for the pole vaulting competition which began as a way to promote the sport of Track and Field and the Pole Vault. The event has grown into one of the premier pole vaulting competitions in the United States, beginning with its first street vault in the New Orleans French Quarter in 1994.

Team Results:1. New Orleans Height: 86’0”2. Los Angeles Height: 81’6”3. Clovis Height: 79’4”4. Hanford Height: 68’6”5. Reno Height: 64’0”

High School Girls:1. Madison Heath (New Orleans

) Height: 12’6”2. Lauren Torsch (New Orleans )

Height: 11’0”3. Angel Lovett (Hanford) Height:

10’6”4. Beth Rossi (Clovis) Height: 10’6”5. Zoe Wilkins (Los Angeles) Height:

10’6”6. Brianna Pica (Los Angeles) Height:

10’0”

7. Kennedy Krueger (Clovis) Height: 10’0”

8. Alyssa Carry (Reno) Height: 9’0”9. Reagan Smith (Hanford) Height: NH10.Jenny Wilson (Reno) Height: NH

High School Boys:1. Dylan Duvio (New Orleans)

Height: 16’6”2. Cameron Robichaux (New

Orleans) Height: 16’0”3. Reed Sca le (Los Angeles )

Height: 15’6”4. Tr e v o r G r o o m ( C l o v i s )

Height: 15’0”5. Dillan Groener (Los Angeles)

Height: 15’0”6. Tyson Pereira (Hanford) Height:

13’6”7. Mason Vanhelsdinger (Clovis)

Height: 13’0”8. Ian Inhserwood (Reno) Height:

13’0”9. Zach Bethel (Hanford) Height: 12’6”10. Bengi Ply (Reno) Height: 11’6”

Elite Women:1. Katie Nageott (Clovis) Height:

14’4”2. Bryson Stately (Hanford) Height:

14’0”3. Catherine Street (New Orleans)

Height: 13’6”4. Ka ty Viu f (Los Ange les )

Height: 13’6”5. Madison Mills (Reno)

Height: 13’0”

Elite Men:1. Dustin Deleo (Hanford) Height:

18’0”2. Mike Arnold (Reno) Height:

17’6”3. Tyler Wallace (Los Angeles)

Height: 16’6”4. Alex Bentley (New Orleans)

Height: 16’6”5. Scott Greenman (Clovis) Height:

16’0”

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Ag at Large – sweet sorghum: Sorghum surges to solve shortageBy Don Curlee

Some of Cali­fornia’s agricul­tural planners and thinkers are focus­ing on sorghum as a crop that might help resolve a couple of touchy issues for farmers and food produc­ers.

Sorghum is not native to California, but a few farmers have been growing it in the Golden State for years. Its real home is in a wide band of America’s fly­over country from South Dakota, across Colorado, through, Kansas and Oklahoma to Texas.

As a crop it is something of a cross between corn and wheat. It heads out at about half the height of corn, and it can lodge just like wheat and other grain crops if weather conditions become unfavorable as it nears its maximum height. Both its seedy head and its fibrous stalks are uti­

lized.It is a worldwide crop, popular in Aus­

tralia, South America and especially north­eastern Africa and further south to the Sa­hel and the highlands of Ethiopia. A large amount of African grown sorghum finds its way to market and to many American tables as couscous.

Sorghum has some built­in features that make it attractive as a California crop. For one it requires about one third less water than corn, for example, to mature. Second, it is a prime candidate as a renewable fuel source.

It also shines as a food source for cattle. Its addition to a dietary program for dairy cattle, for example, requires a bit of tinker­ing to balance its nutrient and flavor fac­tors with others ingredients, but those who have fed it say the cows love it once the right balance is achieved.

Perhaps one of the most convincing features of sorghum is a negative; it is not a major ingredient in foods for humans. Contrast that with corn, and the contro­

versy about the deficit in food production caused by fermenting corn for ethanol.

The negative turns to a positive when its non­gluten characteristic is factored in for the small number of foods that utilize it. With gluten on many people’s “do not consume” list sorghum’s value in human food production might be about to rise. With it, of course, its price and returns to those who produce it

In 2011 and 2012 important research was done on sorghum with plots of several varieties grown at the University of Cali­fornia’s Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center(KARE) at Parlier and its Westside Research and Extension Center(WREC) at Five Points, both in Fresno County.

Evaluations by researchers Jeff Dahl­berg, Bob Hutmacher and Steve Wright of the 38 producing hybrids indicated that sorghum forages have the yield and quality to meet the needs of dairy farms in the San Joaquin Valley, especially under dry envi­ronmental conditions and relatively low

water inputs. Ten seed companies cooper­ated by providing the hybrids.

“Given the limited amount of irrigation used in these studies, low inputs and high yields, the potential does exist in sorghum forages to save both water and fertilizer, both costly inputs in the production of for­ages in the state,” their report said.

Additional research was recommended by the team, especially for testing the crop and its responses to different conditions and varying inputs

Whether sorghum will play a larger role in California’s forage future is yet to be determined. Response by dairymen. who grow a large share of the nutrients they feed their cattle, will be a major determi­nant/

Of course, the happy dairy cows will have a voice by either relishing or only tolerating rations that are high in sorghum content. California dairymen have had enough grief in the past few years. They don’t need cows that are in a bad mood at mealtime.

Newspapers: Still a valuable

resourceNewspapers have been in circulation for

centuries. Ancient Romans produced gov­ernment announcements and posted them in prominent locations around the city. In ancient China, news sheets were circulated among court officials to share government news. However, it wasn’t until use of the printing press became widespread that the new media of newsprint became available to the general public. The 17th century was the first time much of Europe and other areas around the world began to produce something similar to what we now know as newspapers.

Nowadays, many newspapers are still being printed on a daily or weekly basis, but publishers also understand the benefits of digital content. That is why newspapers are now supplementing their print copy with digital and interactive versions on­line. Should a person desire to read a print­ed version, he or she can do so. Others can access content online, which is typically updated regularly as newsworthy items become available.

Newspapers have frequently been the first source people turn to for informa­tion on various subjects, including current events and sports. Even now, despite the prevalence of television news, people still look to the newspapers for in­depth cover­age of hot topics. Additionally, some news­paper content is mirrored online or offered in some other complementary form. For example, fans of comics in the newspaper may not realize they’re a major source of

syndication revenue. In an effort to snag a bigger chunk of key demographics, comics not only are being run in the newspaper, but also are being adapted into “apps” that can be viewed on tablets, computers and smartphones to further their visibility.

The Internet may be creating a dramatic shift in the business model and the prod­ucts offered by newspapers, but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing, presenting new opportunities for newspapers to expand on their offerings in unique ways. Many papers now enable readers to express their comments about news stories online, which fosters a global discussion that can bring people from various parts of the world together.

Newspapers also are shifting the mix of stories they offer to provide a stronger bal­ance of entertainment, lifestyle and other subjects that are more relevant to people’s daily lives than politics and international

affairs may be. In turn, newspapers are at­tracting new readers both offline and on­line.

Few can argue about the validity of newspapers for current events. Students exploring current topics and presenting them in school are frequently urged to look to newspapers for content. Editors are largely apprised of up­and­coming trends and are given first­see information before the general public, which they later share in their publications. Local newspa­pers truly offer the best window into what makes a community unique. When search­ing for local jobs, events or merchandise, newspapers and their respective Web sites remain a reliable resource for their readers.

Despite the ominous forecasts project­ing the demise of newspapers, many pub­lications are still going strong and proving just how valuable a resource they can be.

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“Let’s Talk Clovis” the Sirimarco family By Peg Bos, Clovis Museum

Vincenzo “Jim” Sirimarco was born in San Sosti, Italy on October 22, 1892. The town was dedicated in 1020 AD by Greek Byzantine Monks of Acquaformosa. Mi­chele Sirimarco is the present Mayor of San Sosti (estimated population 2,300).

Twenty year­old Jim would arrive at the port of New York on June 14, 1912. He had boarded the steam ship Oceania at Naples. He eventually joined family mem­bers in Gustine, CA.

Gustine was developed in the early 1900’s as a Southern Pacific Railroad de­pot. Cattle King Henry Miller had a young daughter named Sara Miller. She loved to dress up and was called Gussie. She died at age eight and the town was renamed Gus­tine in her honor.

Jim’s future wife, Rosina “Rose” Fa­sano, was also born in San Sosti on June 14, 1902. She would arrive in Gustine, CA

with her family in 1904.John Martino (wife Elizabeth Fasano,

sister to Rose) also lived in Gustine. He op­erated a shoe repair shop there and would eventually join the Sirimarco’s in Clovis. He built a home at 436 Woodworth in Old Town Clovis. It remains a residence.

Rose would meet and marry Jim in Gustine. Their four children were born there: Pietro “Pete”, 1916; Maria “Mary”, 1918; Carmela “Millie”, 1920 and James II, 1922. The date that the family arrived in Clovis is not documented.

On April 4, 1927, Jim Sirimarco Sr., Pi­etro LaVia and Franceno Columbo found­ed the Rudolph Valentino Lodge No. 1449, Order Sons of Italy in America. The lodge continues to meet on the third Monday of each month at the Notre Dame Hall of Our Lady of Perpetual Help church. They re­main visible and active in the community.

Their first meeting was held on the sec­ond floor of the old (1906?) Nestor Freitas Hall (now 500 Club) at the southwest cor­ner of Clovis Ave and Fifth Street.

A 1928 advertisement in the Clovis In­dependent indicated Jim sold shoes and made shoe repairs. His shop was located on Fifth Street next to Attorney Gould’s office (street number not documented).

Jim won ownership of a restaurant dur­ing a poker game and it eventually evolved into the legendary “Jim’s Place”. Famous Clovis Country performers Double Gage (twins Jim and Jack Gage) began their pro­fessional careers there in 1967.

A 1936 Polk report indicates that Jim and Rose operated a restaurant at 470 Ful­ton (Clovis Ave). Their residence was lo­cated at 118 6th Street. Their son Pete was

listed at the same address and was identi­fied as a meat cutter.

The 1938 official program of the Clovis Horse Show and Festival Association pub­lished an advertisement: “Jim’s Place” in Clovis, for cool, refreshing drinks. See the longest bar in town.

The Sirimarco’s purchased a home at 507 5th Street (the northeast corner of 5th and Pollasky). It remains a residence. Jim died at age 71 in 1963 and Rose at age 80.

Granddaughter Rosalene (Rose) Siri­marco Matteson (daughter of Pete and Kit­ty Phillips Sirimarco Mosekian) continues the family business tradition in Clovis at the Clovis Town and Country Realty.

The Sirimarco’s provided us a rich heri­tage.

The Sirimarco Family - 1924

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Wonder Valley Press ReleaseWonder Valley Ranch Resort and

Conference Center announces completion of new building

On the heels of a yearlong 100th Anniversary celebration, Wonder Valley Ranch Resort and Conference Center announced that they have completed an 11,000 square foot building that will house up to 140 guests. “Our business continues to thrive which allows for both the necessity and opportunity for us to expand”, stated Roy Oken – President/CEO. The new building offers the flexibility of dormitory and standard hotel room housing ideal for large church groups and regional or national conferences.

This addition not only provides expanded housing for resort and conference

guests but also River Way Ranch Camp, their nationally acclaimed children’s camp, that is available June through August yearly. A portion of the new building will be dedicated to a year round fitness room for overnight guests.

During resort and conference season Wonder Valley Ranch Resort is the ideal location for retreats, conferences, group picnics, weddings/proms, banquets/parties, tour groups, family vacations, bed & breakfast getaways, reunions and outdoor education programs.

For more information visit their web sites at WonderValley.com and RiverWayRanchCamp.com or call the Director of Sales, Veronica Delgado at 559.787.2551.

Travel with the Clovis ChamberYou are invited to an informational

meeting about the travel opportunities through the Clovis Chamber of Commerce. In partnership with Clovis Chamber members Altour, Chamber Discoveries and the Perfect Vacation, local residents have the opportunity to see the world.

Trips and tours will take you to Costa Rica, London, Prague, Vienna and Budapest as well as Spain’s Costa Del Sol and the French Rivera. If you want to stay closer to home, explore Branson’s Musical Holiday, New York City, the Mississippi River, Alaska or the colors of

New England. The meeting will be held on Tuesday,

August 20th at the Clovis Veterans Memorial Building from 6 to 7:30 pm. Please RSVP by calling 299­7363 or e­mail at fran@clovischamber.com.

For more information, visit www.clovischamber.com.

Clovis Blood DrivesThe 26th Annual ABC­30/Baskin

Robbins Pint for Pint Blood Drive continues at all the Fresno and Visalia Blood Center, as well as mobile drives through August. All donors who give at any of these locations will receive a voucher for a free Pint of Baskin­Rob­bins Ice Cream plus Fresno Fair and Fresno Grizzlies discounts.

The Fresno Donor Center is at 1196 E. Shaw Avenue, #102; North Fresno is at 1010 E. Perrin Avenue; Jenny Eller center is at 4343 W. Herndon; and the Visalia center is at 1515 S. Mooney Blvd. The centers operate from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, except that Visalia closes at 1 p.m. on Saturday.

For additional information, please call (559) 389­LIFE (5433) or visit www.donateblood.org .

Eagle Scout Project – Saturday, Au­gust 17, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, Church

of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 342 W. Nees Ave., Clovis. All donors receive a voucher for a free pint of Baskin Robbins ice cream, Fresno Fair voucher and Fresno Grizzlies game discounts.

First Baptist Church of Clovis – Sun­day, August 25, 9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., 2080 E. Tollhouse Road, Clovis. All do­nors will receive a voucher for a free Pint of Baskin­Robbins Ice Cream plus Fresno Fair and Fresno Grizzlies discounts.

Starbucks: Herndon – Sunday, August 11, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., 755 W. Hern­don, Clovis. Donors will receive a voucher for a free pint of Baskin Robbins ice cream plus Fresno Grizzlies game discounts.

Kaplan College – Tuesday, August 13, 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., 44 Shaw Ave. Do­nors will receive a voucher for a free pint of Baskin Robbins ice cream, a voucher for Fresno Fair ticket discounts, plus Fres­no Grizzlies game discounts.

-AUGUST-Old Town Clovis Farmer’s Market

Friday Evenings, August 16th, 23rd, & 30th

Every Friday evening in August, Friday Night Farmer’s Market is in full swing in the heart of Old Town Clovis. Sample a cornucopia of fresh, delicious fruits and vegetables, grown here in the nation’s

finest agricultural region, each in the peak of season! This weekly event also offers live entertainment and special activities

for kids.Time: 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Place: Old Town Clovis, Pollasky Avenue, between Third and Fifth Streets

Free Admission www.oldtownclovis.org

Blue Grass in the ParkFridays, August 16th, 23rd & 30th

Time: 6:30 to DuskLocation: The park adjacent to the Clovis Senior Center and the Veterans Memorial

Building (808 4th Street)Cost: Free to All

Contact the Clovis Senior Center for more information at 559­324­2750

Hot August Daze Car & Bike ShowFriday & Saturday, August 16th – 17th Hot August Daze is held at the Clovis Elks Lodge in Old Town Clovis. The

event begins Friday night with the Clovis Cruise and Sock Hop dinner/dance. Saturday morning, Hot August Daze

continues with a car and motorcycle show that features some of the most amazingly

beautiful custom and stock vehicles to be seen in Central California. Proceeds

from the show benefit the Elks Purple Pig

Project. This is a major fund that provides equipment, therapy, etc. for disabled

children in California.Place: Clovis Elks Lodge, 535

Woodworth Avenue, Clovis Time: Friday night sock hop and dinner dance begins at 6:00p.m. Saturday Car and Bike Show 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

$20.00 prior to Aug 2, 2013 and $30.00 day of show

For more information contact the Elks Lodge at (559) 299­9111, or

Boyd Pierce at (559) 260­4381 or bpierce1@pacbell.net

Fresno-Kings Counties CattleWomen Westward Ho! 16th Annual Fundraiser

DinnerSaturday, August 17th Cocktails at 5:30

pm, Dinner 6:30 pmClovisl Rodeo Hall, 748 rodeo Drive,

ClovisFor Ticket Info call 559­876­2381 or

fkccwweb@gmail.com

-SEPTEMBER-Old Town Clovis Farmer’s Market

Friday Nights, September 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th

Friday Night Farmer’s Market is in full swing in the heart of Old Town

Clovis through September 12. Sample a cornucopia of fresh, delicious fruits and vegetables, grown here in the nation’s

finest agricultural region, each in the peak of season! This weekly event also offers live entertainment and special activities

for kids.Time: 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Place: Old Town Clovis, Pollasky Avenue,

between Third and Fifth StreetsFree Admission

Contact: Business Organization of Old Town (BOOT) at (559) 298­5774.

www.oldtownclovis.org

Blue Grass in the ParkFridays Night, September 6th

Time: 6:30 to DuskLocation: The park adjacent to the Clovis Senior Center and the Veterans Memorial

Building (808 4th Street)Cost: Free to All

Contact the Clovis Senior Center for more information at 559­324­2750

“Let’s Talk Clovis”Tuesday, Sept 10th at 7pm

Happy Jack Hawn by Gary ColeClovis Veterans Memorial Building, 453

Hughes at 5thSponsored by Clovis Museum / Free to

Public

ClovisFest Hot Air Balloon Fun FlySaturday & Sunday, September 21st &

22nd The tradition of hot air balloons floating

across the Valley sky will continue this year starting at dawn at the Rodeo Grounds. Once they are out of sight, saunter across Clovis Avenue to Old

Town Clovis where 250 crafter and food booths wait for your visit. There is also a

Family Carnival, All Valley Car Show and live entertainment.

Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Place: Old Town Clovis

Free AdmissionContact: Clovis Chamber of Commerce at

(559) 299­7363.www.clovischamber.com

FCFCU “Member Education Seminar” Credit Score

Wednesday, September 25th at 6pmFresno County Federal Credit Union,

Cedar & Nees BranchReservations are to be made the Friday

prior to the seminar to seminars@fresnocfcu.org. Any questions can be

directed to the credit union at 252­5000. For additional information and a complete

list of seminars go to fresnocfcu.org. Seminars are open to all members and

non­members of the credit union.

2013 CLOVIS CALENDAR

Book Sale at Sierra Vista MallThe Friends of the Fresno County

Public Library will once again take over a storefront in the Sierra Vista Mall one weekend in August to sell books, movies, music, magazines, puzzles and games donated by Fresno County residents. The sale begins Thursday, August 22nd at 10am and concludes Sunday, August 25th at 6pm.

A donation drive will be held at the CBS 47 studio on First and Shaw, August 14th from 7am to 7pm. Volunteers will be on hand to receive and sort the donated items. Those wishing to donate at another time can bring their materials to any branch of the Fresno County Public Library system or to A Book Barn, located on Clovis Avenue in Clovis. Volunteers will also accept donations at the Sierra Vista Mall storefront (near Kohl’s) from August 16th through 25th.

Last year, the group received roughly 200,000 donated items and made a $38,000 profit—which went directly back into the local branch Friends of the Library groups to support literacy and services around the county.

Volunteers are needed this year as well. “Do you have friends who like to read and might be willing to help? Bring them along,” said Nancy Kast, Friends of the Fresno County Public Library President. “We had a great time last year talking to each other and our customers about books and authors.”

Those wishing to volunteer are encouraged to call Nancy Kast at (559) 600­7286. For more information, visit =.

The book sale schedule is as follows:Thursday, August 22 ­ 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.Friday, August 23 ­ 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.Saturday, August 24 ­ 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.Sunday, August 25 ­ 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Clovis AMVETS Collectible Show

Clovis AMVETS Post 2011 is sponsoring a Collectible ShowSeptember 7th 2013 ­ From 9 am to 4 pm

Location: Clovis Memorial BuildingTrading Cards, Hot Wheels, Comics and more…

Dealer spaces available, for more information call Steve 269­0661stevenadamchase@yahoo.com

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Log of Shameby April French-Naten

July 24, 2013A woman in the 1100th block of North Fowler decided to go for a run, so she parked her car on a neighborhood street nearby. When she came back, she was less than thrilled to find that her car window was shattered and someone had stolen her Coach Purse, Dooney and Bourke wallet, and of coarse the bankcard that was inside. With those name brands and price tags, it is sure to set her pocket book back a pretty penny to replace! I’ll gamble that this little lady finally learned her lesson about leaving her purse in the car unattended.

July 25, 2013Officers rushed to a scene where a mother of twin college students couldn’t break up a fight between her two sons on the back lawn. Who knows what they were arguing about, but one brother caught a glimpse of the water hose and decided to grab hold of it and beat the day lights out of his sibling! Officers pulled them apart and he was charged with assault with a deadly weapon.

July 26, 2013In the 900th block of Fifth, an officer responded on a suspicious person call. A resident across the way had seen a man loitering around a vacant house for sale. When the officer arrived he noticed the man was not just loitering, he had set up a tent in the back yard, and even dug a little fire pit in the middle of the yard! He was arrested for trespassing. Resourceful, but still illegal!

July 27, 2013A woman in the 700th block of Villa came home to find that she was the victim of a residential burglary. She lives in a downstairs apartment with two other apartments flanking hers and one above her. Apparently, the thieves had helped themselves to her 2 flat screen TV’s, iPad, laptop, jewelry, and clothing. Now that is quite a bit of loot. You’re telling me that not one neighbor heard anything or saw anything? Hummm, I smell a conspiracy brewing.

July 28, 2013A routine traffic stop for speeding turned into quite the hot mess when the traffic officer realized the vehicle he had pulled over was stolen out of Merced. The man driving stuck to his story for about an hour. He claimed that he had just paid cash for the car and didn’t know it was stolen. Oh, and he had no receipt, no release of liability, and when dispatch called the registered owner, the 84 year old woman assured them she had not sold her car. Yeah, busted! Off to the slammer you go!

July 29, 2013A woman playing with her kids at the park called police to report that someone had stolen her duffle bag that she left over on the bench. Perhaps there is some logic behind the loud announcements made continuously at any airport clearly stating, “Please do not leave bags, luggage or personal property unattended.” Maybe that’s an all around good rule of thumb.

July 30, 2013A probation officer ordered a random search of a woman’s home at 5A.M. She had been released only 14 days before. When officers arrived, they found her front door and her security screen door wide open, inviting them in. They found many of her friends hung over and passed out on couches and floors, with drug paraphernalia on the living room coffee table. Must have been one heck of a party the night before! Too bad she will be whisked right back off to the big house! Hope it was worth it!

July 31, 2013A man was pulled over on Clovis Avenue near Sierra for running a red light. He was arrested when officers approached the car and found him holding a cold beer. The man was on probation, and last time I checked, driving while drinking a brewski was a probation violation, genius!

August 1, 2013On Shaw Avenue, a local grocery store employee called police to report a robbery. Officers rushed to the scene and were able to catch the man who had held up a clerk for a carton of smokes. No money, just smokes. Wow, and he won’t even be able to smoke em’ in jail…to bad, so sad!

August 2, 2013A vending machine on the 500th block of West Shaw was damaged when someone broke the coin mechanism and stole a box full of quarters! Be on the look out for a knucklehead paying for merchandise in all change. You would be amazed how many quarters those machines hold!

August 3, 2013An officer attempted to stop a man and talk to him after noticing he was trying to avoid him. Sure enough as the officers stepped out of his car with the intention of saying hello, just to see if the man was doing okay, the man bolted down the street running! The officer chased him for 2 blocks and when he had him detained found nothing illegal on him or outstanding warrants. In fact he was sober as a judge! Apparently he was just a squirrely little dude. Unfortunately, you make an officer chase you 2 blocks, at minimum you are walking away with a citation for willfully resisting a peace officer!

August 4, 2013Officers correlated an attempt to pick up a man with a warrant over on Keats. You never know what you will find on a surprise attempt to pick up. Well, officers arrived to find a family birthday party for an 8 year old complete with food, gifts, games and presents galore. Officers politely pulled the man out of the bounce house and escorted him to jail. Perhaps you shouldn’t have “jumped bail” if you didn’t want to be arrested in front of your entire family! Just sayin!

*The above Police Logs are loosely based on actual events. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. The circumstances have been created and embellished for your entertainment.

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2-Alarm Apartment Fire Displaces 40 Clovis Residents

Clovis Fire Department responded to a two­story apartment fire at 2777 Willow Tuesday afternoon. Initially reported by residents at 2:40pm, Clovis units arrived within four minutes reporting heavy smoke and flames coming from several units. Arriving crews quickly performed a search of the primary apartment and adjacent units to ensure no occupants were inside. With multiple units fully involved, additional resources took a defensive posture to contain the fire to units on the southern end of the complex. Other arriving crews vented the attic space through the roof and stopped the blaze from completely destroying all the apartments in the southern wing. In total, eight apartments sustained substantial losses with another five apartments suffering smoke or water damage. Five additional apartments are unable to be occupied due to power being shut off to the area but did not sustain direct damage from the fire. One occupant was treated for smoke inhalation and no firefighters were injured as a result of the fire. Based on a preliminary investigation,

the fire appears to be the result of a juvenile playing with matches.

Ten fire units and forty­five personnel, including resources from the Fresno Fire Department, Fresno County Fire Protection District, Clovis Police Department and Clovis Emergency Response Team responded to the incident. Preliminary estimates place damages to the complex at $1 million including personal belongings. Local property management and the Central Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross are coordinating care and shelter for the thirty­one adults and nine children displaced from the blaze.

Residents are reminded to keep matches and other ignition material away from children, preferably in a locked cabinet out of reach. In addition, family members are encouraged to educate kids on the dangers of playing with fire, safe evacuation and other fire safety behaviors. For information on how you can make your family fire safe, please visit our public education page at www.cityofclovis.com/fire.

Clovis FD works to prevent future fires

On July 30, the Fire Department responded to a blaze at the Scottsmen apartments located at 2777 Willow. The fire displaced forty residents who are currently receiving assistance from other family members and the Local Chapter of the American Red Cross. Upon investigation, it was determined that the cause of the fire was due to a juvenile playing with a lighter. With such a large number of families directly affected by the fire and many other residents with young family members, this represents a unique

opportunity to educate neighbors about the dangers of fire and important steps they can take to prevent a similar tragedy.

In collaboration with property management, Clovis Fire will be conducting a public education event on Saturday, August 10 from 10:00 a.m.­12:00 p.m. at the Scottsmen Apartment complex. The event will include instruction by Clovis Fire personnel on fire behavior, how to properly install a smoke alarm, how to reduce fire hazards in the home and develop a home escape plan. Neighbors who attend will also be invited on a guided tour of the units affected by the blaze to see firsthand the devastation and how quickly the fire impacted the entire complex. Clovis Fire has conducted similar outreach efforts after other home fires, finding it highly effective and appreciated by residents.

City of Clovis Residential Food Waste Recycling

Allied Waste Services is excited to pilot a food waste recycling program for the City of Clovis single family residents. This program began on July 1, 2013 and will be valuable in evaluating all aspects of the program that can be used to improve and enhance this new diversion opportunity before offering it to other residential customers. Since the program began one month ago, the participation rate has been good. You should have received the flyer below in your May or June invoice that describes the program. Please review the flyer for more information:

What’s acceptable ­ Please remember to put food into the greenwaste cart loose – not bagged and only if there is actually greenwaste in the cart, and just as important, What is not acceptable.

Allied Waste Services values and would like your feedback on the program. The focus of this program is to help he City of Clovis meet the State’s waste diversion mandates by keeping as much out of the landfills as feasible and would welcome your comments or suggestions. Your valuable feedback will help us analyze and make necessary changes as needed to make this a successful program for the residents of Clovis. Please message us on our web, www.alliedwastefresno.com with your comments or suggestions, or drop us a note at Allied Waste Services, 5501 N. Golden State Blvd., Fresno, CA 93722. If you have any further questions, please call our office at (559) 275­1551. Together we can make this work and further enhance the good stewardship of our environment! Thank you for your support.

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Trail CleaningContinued from page 1

He suggested partnering with the United States Forestry Service to show them a more efficient, quicker and cost effective way to clear the trails. In June 2012, Clyde, a cook, four USFS trail workers and eight horses cleared a swath of 100 miles of the pristine forest trail in just eight days.

“Being mobile meant everything,” said Clyde. “I wanted to show the value of the wise use of pack animals as a cost effective method to maintain the wilderness. By clearing the trails, you minimize environmental damage by eliminating the need for reroutes.”

The team tried a new approach to clearing the log strewn paths by minimizing the time spent going back and forth to a base camp and maximizing the time the crew spent actually clearing.

Clyde’s team had the packer (Clyde) stay with the team and move camp daily and let the crew works towards camp each day. There was also no need to resupply since they carried everything in.

In the traditional route, the trail crews were packed in and dropped off and the packer left, only to return to pack out the crew. They were left for the nine day tour and had to walk from camp farther and farther each day to the work sites.

“In the traditional way, the crew would spend 1.5 to 2 hours walking to and from the job site and basically getting about 5 hours’ work done,” Clyde said.

A typical day for Clyde’s team would begin by breaking up camp and having Clyde and the cook saddle, load up, tarp and tie, string together and start down the trail with the horses within 45 minutes. The crew would head out by foot for trail clearing and the cook and Clyde would ride until noon to their next camp, unload and set up. Clyde would saddle up and ride ahead to scout out the next day’s camp and return in time to share dinner with the crew.

The work crew could spend their entire eight hour day clearing trees and arrive at their next camp to rest and eat the gourmet spread created by the cook. Meals were as elaborate as BBQ tri tip and Dutch oven cooked cobblers.

“We ate like kings and they got to totally relax while at camp, instead of cooking their own meals and cleaning up. And there was no downtime during their work day,” Clyde said. “It had to do with skill and commitment.”

Clyde’s team covered 100 miles of trails and cleared 200 trees, including all of the major trails through Wishon Lake, Woodchuck, Blackcap Basin, Bench Valley, Meadowbrook, Red Mountain Basin and the North Fork of the Kings River. The crew finished their eight day

tour at Courtright Lake. These trails were the “main arteries for general public use,” Clyde said.

Clyde said he saw this partnership as a way to “serve the forest and the public who use it.”

Clyde donated his services and estimated that his contribution of pack service, food and hiring a cook cost $15,000.

“Because of lack of funds, the wilderness trail work was lacking in maintenance and has been accumulating year after year,” Clyde said. “The extent of work, under prior methods, would have taken at least five years of concentrated effort, at a cost of over $200,000, which is not available. We got this done in eight days.”

Clyde said the crew was so successful, not only because of wise use of time and livestock, but because they were able to get a special permit to use chain saws where safety dictated. Normally nothing motorized is allowed in the wilderness. Clyde’s crew went in early June, which is considered wilderness early season.

“There was minimal public use and we could get the wilderness ready for peak time after the winter,” he said.

“Thanks to the hard work of my cook, Robert Golden, and the USFS crew members, Josh Smith, Scott Eichorn, Pierre Perrilion and Anthony DeLuca, and the hard working pack animals, the area we covered has never been equaled,” Clyde said. “The reaction on the trail was amazing. Backpackers and hikers would meet the working crew and were so impressed with their progress, they personally shook hands with every single one of the crew.”

Clyde said he formulated the new trail clearing plan from 33 years of outfitting and guiding experience. He and his wife, Deborah, own Clyde Pack Outfit. They’ve packed in more than 20,000 people in the 33 years he’s owned the outfit. During the summer, he cuts his podiatry medical practice in half to spend more time in the saddle, riding about 1,500 miles each season. For 16 years, he has also run 200 head of cattle on 2,000 acres and leases an additional 3,000 acres in the foothills near Auberry where he winters his cattle and pack string. There are more than 100 lakes, 200 miles of trails and about 3,000 acres of meadows in the part of the Sierra Nevada he works.

Clyde describes himself as an environmentalist who got into ranching and packing in a roundabout way. He began enjoying the mountains as a backpacker and decided he’d rather ride than walk. He also finds time to serve his community as a 4th term member of the Fresno County Board of Education.

In summer, Clyde gets little rest. He practices medicine three days a week and leads packing expeditions the other four. Clyde and his business partner, renowned rodeo rider Rocky Steagall, have also run the non­profit, Bronc Riders of California (BROC), for the past four years. It is a no cost training center for kids, ages 12 and up, to learn the basics of bronco riding with a focus on technique and safety.

“We currently have four bronc riders on scholarship at CSU Fresno and all are

doing well,” Clyde said. As for rest, Clyde said he’ll “get some rest in October.”

But this year, the paths to his passion will be a lot clearer thanks to his crew’s hard work last year. Although he’s not sure whether his plan will have any long lasting impact, he is confident that he did prove his point.

“We proved the value of moving camp daily and having the trail crew walk toward dinner,” Clyde said.

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Miss Clovis off to national competition By Carol Lawson-Swezey

First Clovis, then California and now the national Miss Outstanding Teen competition.

It has been quite a year for 16­year­old Mikaela Harris. She won the Miss Clovis’ Outstanding Teen Competition in February, got to the top over 40 contestants at the state competition in June and now will represent our city and state at the nationals against 51 other outstanding teens in Orlando, Florida, August 13 through 17.

The San Joaquin Memorial High School junior won first place for the Interview Portion of both pageants as well as People’s Choice. She also won the talent portion of both competitions by performing an original piano composition, Seasons.

Music has always been Mikaela’s passion but when she realized that the keys to her piano could serve as keys to healing, she knew her future focus would be on Music as Therapy.

Mikaela has been spreading healing notes since she started volunteering to play the piano at St. Agnes Hospital at age 11. Since then, she has played music at Clovis Community Hospital and Fairwinds Retirement Community. She plans to get her degree in Music Therapy and wants to be a Musical Therapist as a career choice. Her Miss Outstanding Teen Platform is Music as Therapy.

In addition, she is involved with Cheer, student government, basketball and Academic Decathlon, has a 4.0 GPA, has done fundraising for various charities, is a National Honor Society representative, and participated in the Junior Olympics. She was also named a Fresno Bee Academic All­star, initiated an annual Beautification Day at her high school and has composed music for several instrumental pieces. Besides the piano, she also plays drums, ukulele, guitar and a full­size accordion, which she received at age seven.

“She is a musical genius, said Alyssa Bandoni, Miss Clovis executive director.

“Mikaela is highly disciplined in the pursuit of all of her goals! Simply a beautiful young lady and a true role model.”

In recognition of her big national competition, the Miss Clovis Committee threw Mikaela a gala sendoff party at the Clovis Veteran’s Memorial on August 3. The gala was complete with a four­tier wedding cake donated by “Barb’s Cakery” and the event was catered by “Classic Catering.” Community businesses making donations included “DJ KNO BEATS”, centerpieces by Tina Davies of “Le Creature”, and stationary services by “Made 4U by Me ~ JulieG”.

The event’s 126 guests included Clovis Councilman Jose Flores and his family, the Miss California staff and Bob Aryhm, president and CEO of the Miss California program. In addition, the reigning Miss California, Crystal Lee from Silicon Valley, and Miss Clovis, Jenny Tormey, and Miss Fresno, Elizabeth Farr, attended as a show of support. Twelve other titleholders also attended and performed their talents for the crowd.

Also present were Mikaela’ s proud parents, John and Kina Harris.

“They are amazing parents,” said Alyssa Bandoni, the director of the pageant. “They have taken this scholarship program very seriously from start to finish. It’s no wonder now where Mikaela, at 16, has such an incredible work ethic.”

“Her dad and I are extremely proud of her and are amazed at the growth we’ve seen in her during these competitions,” said Kina Harris. “I attribute that to the individuals involved in the Miss California Organization.

Mikaela has worked very, very hard and it shows.”

Kina said they are delighted their daughter has made it this far, but not surprised.

“The competition has already opened so many opportunities for her to share her passion for music and to promote music therapy,” Kina said.

Mikaela won scholarship money for both competitions and plans to use it for her future in music.

“My plan is to use my title and the doors it opens to promote musical therapy in hospitals, clinics and rehab programs and to educate the public on this beneficial treatment in classrooms and through media,” Mikaela said. “Ultimately music therapy is an extremely healing treatment that should be practiced more in hospitals and the medical field in general.”

With that said, no matter what happens in Orlando, Mikaela Harris has already struck some sweet chords. It is not the last we will hear from her.

“The good Lord works things out,” Diana said. “When Bob’s dad got so sick, he had to come and go to give him his medicine. The Sassanos made allowances for his personal life.”

Bob took as much pride in the store as if it was his own­ he can always be counted on to know what the customer wants.

“He knows his customers so well that he has clothes waiting on the counter for them before they even finish getting in the door,” said Greg.

“Bob loves seeing the people,” Diana said. “Some longtime customers have been coming in for years. They’ve become like family to him.”

Diana worked for Merrill Lynch for 39 years until she was laid off last year. She keeps busy with her grandkids and helping her sister, Bineta, who has been ill. Bineta, or Bunny, calls Bob “the quiet strength of the family.”

Diana knows that Bob still plans to keep working as long as he has his health or at least until Greg can retire and take over the shop. She knows it’s already been a half century labor of love; decades

of memories and friendships which have passed so quickly.

“It is almost a surprise to him that it has been this long,” Diana said. “Time has flown by. He’s seen so many changes in Clovis­ so many old businesses and buildings are no longer here. There aren’t many people who stay in one place for 50 years. Bob has such loyalty to the idea of Clovis, especially the way it was 50 years ago, and loyalty to the Sassanos and the customers he’s grown to love.”

“My dad has a great heart,” Danielle said. “He’s put a lot of love and time into Sassano’s. It’s come to define him in many ways.”

Home vs professional office space? What’s best for you? By Carol Lawson-Swezey

As a business owner or entrepreneur, you have many choices to make. A major one is whether to have a home­based or professional office space to hold court. There are many factors to consider including cost, efficiency, space and amenities required. For some, it’s a matter of cost and convenience to have a home based office. Some business owners start with home based and find their business has grown so much, it is a necessity to have their own professional space.

Business experts suggest considering the following criteria if you are want to work from home:

• You work independently and require a minimal amount of group interaction.

• You primarily communicate with clients and partners by phone or email.

• You are self­motivated and highly disciplined when it comes to work. (Be honest with yourself on this one– if you’ll be lured into doing odd jobs around the house during work hours, a home office is not for you.)

• You have a separate space available for your office– that is not a part of your normal living area. (You must have one set place where you can focus on work and send a clear message to your family/roommate that you’re in work mode.)

• Your home has all the resources, equipment, and services your business needs.

• You have a permit and legal right to operate your business from your residence.

• You have a trusted meeting spot nearby where you can hold face to face meetings when necessary.

• You know your way around the web and are familiar with online tools that will keep you connected to the outside world.

Local organizer Winona Caves of Unique Closets by Tim Caves has

customized many home offices for clients in all different kinds of professions.

“We can cater to whatever needs they have,” Winona said. “Working from home has its advantages in many ways. With the economy being what it is, it saves money on renting a space, along with the tax advantages of working from home. It also has helped parents with children to help save on day care, which is very expensive. There are a lot of companies now giving their employees the option of working from home.”

Unique Closets can individually customize a work space to be as simple or elaborate as a customer’s needs dictate. Those spaces can range from offices for two with flip­up storage cabinets, drawers with filing systems and wall organizers to corner office spaces in areas used for other purposes. For those with extensive needs, they can supersize an executive home

office with built­in or moveable desks, customized credenzas and deep drawers and shelves.

A home office can be simple or as customized and fit­to­need as you want. It can be a place where you can work alternate hours in the comfort of familiar surroundings and be physically close to family if necessary.

On the other hand– There are clear benefits to launching your business in a professional office space. A “real” office makes you official in the eyes of most and gives potential customers and partners a chance to visit your office, meet with you, and feel comfortable doing business with you. Having a physical location can also result in walk­in traffic that you would have otherwise missed out on.

As tempting as it is to place your name outside of a professional office space, only consider this option if:

• You are absolutely sure you can afford it and sustain it even when profits are low.

• Your business requires you to work closely with other people.

• You host a lot of meetings and require regular face to face time with clients, partners and staff.

• You have inventory to store and manage.

• Your business has several full­time employees.

• You are easily distracted and would not function well in a home work environment.

• Your primary customers expect you to have a fully staffed and functional office space.

• Your business relies on walk­in traffic.

• You have equipment, heavy machinery or an operations process that requires lots of space.

• You need a special commercial zoning permit or license for the type of

work you do.There are less expensive alternatives to

renting your own office space in a business building. Clovis Storage and Executive Office Suites offers month­to­month office space rentals ranging from 75 sq. feet to 180 sq. ft. Their Executive Office is a complete office set up with furniture, internet, and phones and comes with a P.O. Box and storage units if needed. Each tenant also has unlimited use of the four different conference rooms, which are equipped with large monitors and white erase boards. Catering services can also be arranged.

“We like to refer to it as plug in, and you are ready to work,” said Becky Clark, who owns Clovis Storage with her husband Jerry.

HoMe or offiCe?, CoNtiNued oN page 22

Becky Clark - Owner of Clovis Storage and Executive Office Suites

Winona Caves - Owner of Unique Closets

Mikaela Harris

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Happy Hour. A time of day renowned the world over for relaxing just before dinner with small bites

and small pours. To create your own happy hour at home for family and friends, try a bite-sized menu like this one that pairs light, flavorful dishes with food-friendly wines, such as Mirassou Winery’s new red blend, Sunset Red. This Pinot Noir-based red blend features fresh, dark fruit flavors of black cherry and blackberry with notes of caramel and brown sugar. The wine’s deep red color reflects shades of a bright California sunset and provides a perfect sipping experience as the day winds down and your happy hour begins.

To explore more wine pairing options, visit www.mirassou.com.

Sunset Sliders Pairs with Mirassou Sunset RedServings: 8Prep time: 20 minutesCook time: 6 to 8 minutes 1 pound lean ground beef (preferably grass fed)1/2cupfinelychoppedbaby portabella mushrooms 1/4 cup minced shallots or red onion 1/4 cup Mirassou Sunset Red 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Freshly ground pepper to taste 1/2 cup shredded aged Gouda cheese

8 brioche, ciabatta, or other small slider rolls 8 thin Roma tomato slices 4 strips cooked cherry wood or apple wood smoked bacon, broken in quarters 5 to 6 baby arugula leavesusing your hands, mix beef, mush rooms, shallots, wine, rosemary, Dijon, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Shape into 8 very flat patties. Grill, broil or pan fry for 3 min utes.

Turn and top with cheese; cook for 2 minutes more. Serve on lightly toasted rolls with tomato, bacon and arugula. Recipe Tip: Dress arugula with a bit of olive oil and balsamic for extra flavor.

Sweet Potato Fries with Spiced Aioli Pairs with Mirassou Sunset RedServings: 8 to 10Prep time: 20 minutesCook time: 25 minutesSpice Mix: 2 teaspoons garam masala 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon curry 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic Aioli: 3 to 4 cloves garlic 2 egg yolks 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Freshly ground pepper to tasteFries: 2 pounds sweet potatoes 2 pounds yams Vegetable oil for frying 1 teaspoon sea salt

Stir together all spice mix ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.

Drop garlic cloves into a blender or food processor with the motor running. Add egg yolks and lemon juice and process briefly. Add oil in a slow, steady stream until mixture becomes thick and creamy. Stir in 2 tea spoons of spice mix and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrig erate until ready to serve.

To prepare fries, peel potatoes and cut into long 1/4- to 1/2-inch-thick strips; place in a large bowl of ice water to keep from brown-ing. Remove a handful at a time and pat very dry between paper towels.

Drop into 1 inch of hot oil (oil is hot enough when a few drops of water added start to pop) and cook for 5 to 7 min utes or until lightly browned, stirring occa sionally. Drain well on paper towels and repeat with remain ing potatoes. (Keep warm in a 300°F oven.)

Place in a large bowl and toss with remaining sea salt and spice mixture. Serve imme di ately with aioli.

Cherry Bread Pudding Pairs with Mirassou Sunset RedServings: 8 to 10Prep time: 20 minutesStand time: 2 to 8 hoursCook time: 30 to 35 minutes 3 1/3 cups half and half 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon almond extract 4 eggs 8 cups (1-inch cubes) Challah or other sweet, eggy bread, lightly toasted 1 can (15 ounces) pitted sweet cherries, well drained 3 to 4 tablespoons coarse sugarWhisk together half and half, sugar, extracts and eggs until well mixed. Place in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish and add bread cubes. Stir lightly and push cubes down to coat completely with mixture; cover and refrigerate for 2 to 8 hours.

Preheat oven to 325°F and lightly butter 8 to 10 small (about 1 cup) ramekins.

Fold cherries into bread mixture and spoon into ramekins; sprinkle with coarse sugar. Place on a baking sheet and cook for 30 to 35 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.

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Stretching the back-to-school budgetBy Carol Lawson-Swezey

Extending her husband’s single income to raise six kids, Lana White has learned to pinch a dime until it screams. She prac­tices thrift year­round but it really comes in handy during back­to­school shopping.

“My motto is to not buy new and if you do, buy it on markdown,” Lana said.

Lana loves thrift stores, often visiting the cluster on Shaw Avenue which in­cludes Hinds Hospice Thrift Store, Good­will and the Salvation Army.

“I used to be a yard sale fanatic but now I’m a thrift store junkie,” she said. “Thrift stores may cost slightly more but they are usually better quality and you can try clothes on for size.”

For school supplies, Lana stocks up on end­of­season sales, storing her finds in a handy bin.

“I’m definitely a stock up person,” she said. “I don’t think I’ve ever paid full price.”

Lana does try to buy good quality shoes and backpacks for their longevity and du­rability.

“Some brands like Land’s End and Jansport backpacks have a lifetime guar­antee,” she said.

Also making their dollars stretch, Susan

and Gary Geisler extend their family bud­get for three young sons by buying clothes on sale and handing down gently used clothing or trading with friends and church members. Gary is a teacher and Susan, a stay­at­home mom.

“It helps to have all boys, things can get handed down,” Susan said. “With shoes and backpacks, we buy good quality and use them till they’re all used up.”

Sometimes buying gently used clothing can save you a bundle.

Local shoppers highly recommend pe­rusing yard sales and often have their own favorite second hand stores. These second hand and consignment stores can offer brand names including Old Navy, Anchor Blue and Forever 21 in the under $10 range as well as the latest fashions brands such as Miss Me, Coach, White House/Black Market, Seven for all Mankind, Joe’s, and Frankie B.

With most families spending more than $600 annually for school supplies, cloth­ing and accessories, stretching the school budget becomes a stark and necessary reality. Experts suggest several things to consider before you hit the malls this year.

• Start early, and take time to get ready.

• Estimate how much you can af­ford to spend overall and what the costs are likely to be. Don’t leave anything out! Set a realistic budget. No matter how much you want to keep it to $100 per child, when shoes average about $50, how realistic is that?

• Think ahead to find the best deals. Be on the lookout for the big back­to­school sales and go early. Even the big stores can sell out at the last minute.

• Get the kids involved. And not just with the shopping. Have them join in as you prepare; they’ll learn great lessons about budgeting, finding a good deal, and the difference between wants and needs. Have them help cut coupons, compare costs and even search for deals.

• Differentiate between “needs”

and “wants.” Encourage children to con­tribute their own money to fill the gap between what they “need” and what they “want.”

• Tell kids that if they come in un­der budget, you will split the savings with them.

• Talk to them about how choosing a more expensive item means they’ll have to go cheap on another item, and give them a chance to think their choices through. If they have money of their own, you might ask them to help fund that special lunch­box or name­brand backpack.

• Be creative. Consider trading clothes or books or checking out consign­

ment or thrift stores.• Learn from the experience. Make

your savvy back­to­school approach an annual tradition. Keep track of this year’s expenses to help figure out the budget next year. Keep notes about what you discover, like where the best thrift stores are and when the store shelves start to empty.

Practice these smart shopping habits each year, and by the time the kids grad­uate, you’ll have saved a bundle. And they’ll be much more prepared for the real world. And then you only have to budget for college costs.

Agenda 21Continued from page 3

Emphases – DRUrgent to implement – but we don’t

know what it is!“The realities of life on our planet dictate

that continued economic development as we know it cannot be sustained…Sustainable development, therefore is a program of action for local and global economic reform – a program that has yet to be fully defined.” ­The Local Agenda 21 Planning Guide, published by ICLEI, 1996.

“No one fully understands how or even, if, sustainable development can be achieved; however, there is growing consensus that it must be accomplished at the local level if it is ever to be achieved on a global basis.” ­The Local Agenda 21 Planning Guide, published by ICLEI, 1996.

Agenda 21 and Private Property“Land…cannot be treated as an ordinary

asset, controlled by individuals and subject to the pressures and inefficiencies of the market. Private land ownership is also a principle instrument of accumulation and concentration of wealth, therefore contributes to social justice.” ­From the report from the 1976 UN’s Habitat I Conference.

“Private land use decisions are often driven by strong economic incentives that result in several ecological and aesthetic consequences…The key to overcoming it is through public policy…” ­Report from the President’s Council on Sustainable Development, page 112.

“Current lifestyles and consumption patterns of the affluent middle class – involving high meat intake, use of fossil fuels, appliances, home and work air conditioning, and suburban housing are not sustainable.” ­Maurice Strong, Secretary General of the UN’s Earth Summit, 1992.

Reinvention of Government“We need a new collaborative decision

process that leads to better decisions, more

rapid change, and more sensible use of human, natural and financial resources in achieving our goals.” ­Report from the President’s Council on Sustainable Development

What is not sustainable“Individual rights will have to take a back seat to the collective.” ­Harvey Ruvin, Vice Chairman, ICLEI. The Wildlands Project

“We must make this place an insecure and inhospitable place for Capitalists and their projects – we must reclaim the roads and plowed lands, halt dam construction, tear down existing dams, free shackled rivers and return to wilderness millions of tens of millions of acres or presently settled land.” ­Dave Foreman, Earth First.

What is not sustainable?Ski runs, grazing of livestock, plowing

of soil, building fences, industry, single family homes, paves and tarred roads, logging activities, dams and reservoirs, power line construction, and economic systems that fail to set proper value on the environment.” ­UN’s Biodiversity Assessment Report.

Hide Agenda 21’s UN roots from the people

“Participating in a UN advocated planning process would very likely bring out many of the conspiracy­ fixated groups and individuals in our society… This segment of our society who fear ‘one­world government’ and a UN invasion of the United States through which our individual freedom would be stripped away would actively work to defeat any elected official who joined ‘the conspiracy’ by undertaking LA21. So we call our process something else, such as comprehensive planning, growth management or smart growth.” ­J. Gary Lawrence, advisor to President Clinton’s Council on Sustainable Development.

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Clovis Hall of Fame Bio: Bill and Judy HedrickBill was born in Fresno on August

9, 1941. He spent his early childhood playing around the ditch bank and making up games with his cousins in the “Leaky Acres” area of Fresno. They would attend Saturday matinee movies and then would come home and recreate what they saw on the big screen in their own backyards. Bill’s father worked for the local wineries building barrels. He developed an early love for cars and he needed a way to pay for them, so his first “real” job was for Jay Brinkley’s Standard Gas Station on Clovis Avenue in 1959.

Judy was born in Sanger on June 12, 1942. Judy was raised in the country with animals and to this day, she still prefers it. Judy was one of the first girls to take an Ag Class at Clovis High School. She spent her time on horseback showing Western Equitation, Western Pleasure, and barrel racing.

The two met while attending Clovis High School. Bill Class of ‘59 and Judy Class of ’60. Bill felt the need to start his career and was offered a job at Hallowell Chevrolet October 29, 1959. His first job there was delivering parts around Clovis on a three­wheeled motorcycle.

Bill and Judy decided to get married in 1961. There first son, Brett was born shortly thereafter. Judy stayed home to be a wife and mommy. Ambitious Bill longed for a home in the country to raise his family, so he bought 6 acres near Dry Creek School from Ben and Helen Noble. He found a house for $500.00 that was being moved from the corner of Cedar and Shaw and moved it on to his ranch. They were set.

Bill and Judy started raising cattle,

chickens, horses, dogs, and cats. When asked what their hobbies are Bill and Judy to this day still respond “raising cattle, chickens, horses, dogs, and cats”.

Bill was asked to sell used cars in 1963 to which he replied, “No I cannot give up a guaranteed wage of $1.50 per hour! I have a mortgage!” He then realized that he

might make better earnings if he took the job, so he did and never looked back.

Their second son Ross was born in 1963 and died 4 months later. Their third son, Todd was born in 1966.

Bill and Judy are very civic oriented. Bill was President of Clovis Rotary, Clovis Chamber of Commerce, the Clovis 20­30 Club and the Clovis Rodeo Association. Judy has been a part of the Clovis Rodeo Parade since 1951 and now she is Co­Chair of the Committee. She was on the design committee for the “new” Clovis Community Hospital on Herndon and thanks to Judy, the bathroom doors open the proper way. Sometimes it takes someone other than an architect to see practicality.

Bill and Judy bought 300 acres in the foothills in 1977 and that is where they make their home still today. They love their ranch and would not live anywhere else. They also raise Thoroughbred Race Horses at a ranch in Sanger.

In 2000, Bill’s partner James Hallowell decided to sell the Chevrolet Dealership and Bill, Brett and Todd became partners.

Bill and Judy lost their son Todd in 2004. Devastating grief did not pull them apart. They are still best friends and found strength together.

In 2010, Bill was named Clovis Rodeo Grand Marshall and is very proud of that designation. They now have two grandsons, Blake and Tanner who are their cattle partners, and they too are active in the Clovis Rodeo committees. They are equally proud and very grateful to be named as members of the Clovis Hall of Fame.

Home or Office?Continued from page 19

A smaller alternative is the Virtual Office, which offer work stations that have internet access and phones.

“The Virtual Office Tenants are offered all the amenities we offer at a reduced cost,” Becky said. The Virtual Office is designed for the individual that needs a quiet place to work but doesn’t need a private office. Some Executive Office clients rent extra space for their employees to work during high season times.

All amenities including internet access, videoconferencing, the four meeting rooms and office equipment are included in the basic cost. In addition, a Copy Center, Shipping Center, front Office Staff and Cyber Café is on site. Parcel Cages, available 24 hours/7 days a week, where shipments can be stored, are available for an additional fee.

The Clark’s clients include a gamut of professionals including accountants, lawyers, newspapers, vendors and Internet businesses.

“Really any kind of business will work,” Becky said. “It is great to work in an atmosphere where there are all kinds of minds working and stimulating each

other. Renting an Office Space gives you all the benefits of having your own office without all the extra bills and worries. No maintenance, No Utilities, No worries. Clients have 24 hour access to their offices and conference rooms. Having an office or a Virtual Office here has many benefits. It allows you to have a professional place to meet customers, gives you a business mailing address, everything you need to conduct your business is under one roof. It’s a one stop shop.”

Sometimes business owners find that a combination of both home and traditional office space works best. An example is Clovis Roundup Editor and owner Donna Melchor who rents space at Clovis Storage and Executive Office Suites and has a recently remodeled home office.

A home office provides Donna with a convenient place to work without interruption during normal hectic business hours as well as after hours, family down time and on weekends. It also offers flex time for illness or family time.

“By adding a home office I was able to relieve some of the space issues without moving to a larger office space,” Donna

said. “I was at the point where I needed to increase our office space. We were literally bumping into each other and clutter was building up due to the limited space. There was no space to add additional work stations. After I had my home office installed by Wynona of Unique Closets I moved all files and supplies to the home office. I was able to increase our business security and double my office space while saving money and without added monthly expenses.”

Donna finds many benefits to having a traditional formal office, including a professional location in which to conduct daily business, meet clients and business associates and to have a business address for deliveries, U.S. mail, correspondence, publishing, social media, and business filings.

It also gives her an additional place to work if home work is disrupted due to internet service or computer issues or work being done at home by others.

Donna said that Clovis Storage and Executive Office Suites is the perfect solution to her company’s needs.

“I have an affordable formal office with

all the amenities of any large corporate office,” she said. “I can work from home knowing that if there is an outgoing or incoming delivery or mail, the need to leave an item for personal pick up, or an unexpected walk in, it will be taken care of. It is like having our own receptionist. We also have all the benefits of an office supply and postal service in our location and storage available for products and materials.”

The owners of Clovis Storage and Executive Office Suites also have the best of both worlds.

“Jerry and I had a home office for over 25 years,” said Becky Clark, owner of Clovis Storage. Although it served its purpose then, Becky prefers to have an office outside her home.

“Having an office in your home never allows you to get away from your work,” she said. “Your home should be a place you go to relax and enjoy your family. In my experience having a place of business is just that. You work more efficiently. When you’re at work, you’re at work; when you are home, you are home.”

August Fun FactsAugust is known for many things,

including the dog days of summer, National Watermelon Day (Aug. 3) and National Smile Week (Aug. 5­11). But there are many other fun facts associated with summer’s last full month.

* August is named after Augustus Caesar, founder and the first emperor of the Roman Empire, who was posthumously adopted by his maternal great­uncle Gaius Julius Caesar.

* In the early Roman calendar, August was actually the sixth month of the year. It was originally 30 days in length, but an extra day was added so that it would equal the number of days in July, which was named after Julius Caesar.

* August was originally called “Sextilis” in Latin before it was renamed for Augustus.

* Around 700 B.C., August became the eighth month when January and February were added to the original 10­month calendar.

* August has two birthstones: Peridot and Sardonyx. Peridot is among the oldest known gemstones and is green in color. Sardonyx, which is lesser­known, is a white­ and brown­banded gemstone once believed to have mystical powers.

* The official flower for August is the gladiolus. These vertical­growing flowers were named from the Latin “gladius,” meaning a sword.

* The Anglo­Saxons once referred to August as Weod monath, which means “Weed Month.” It was so named because it is a month when weeds and other plants

grow most rapidly.* Edinburgh, Scotland, annually plays

host to various arts and cultural festivals throughout the month of August.

* Fans of Elvis Presley mourn each August 16th, the day the famed singer died in 1977.

* On August 24th in 79 A.D., the volcano Mount Vesuvius erupted, destroying the city of Pompeii and others.

* People born in August fall under the sun zodiac signs of Leo and Virgo. Leos are known to be dramatic, creative and outgoing. They are impossible to resist and

often take center stage. Virgos have acute attention to detail and are the people most likely to dedicate themselves to serving. They also are loyal, hardworking and analytical.

* On August 21, 1911, the Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre Gallery and not recovered for two years.

* Although civil rights activist Martin Luther King, Jr., is honored in January, when he was born, he is best known for his famed “I have a dream” speech, which was given on August 28, 1963.

* The month of August is often referred to as the “dog days of summer” but not because of pet pooches. It has to do with the star Sirius, also known as the dog star, which rose at the same time as sunrise during the month of August in ancient Roman times.

* Some famous people born in August include Martha Stewart, Martin Sheen, Jeff Gordon, Deion Sanders, and Halle Berry.

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Clovis Hall of Fame Bio: Tom WrightDuring a first period Algebra class,

while a junior at Clovis High, Tom Wright made the mistake of demanding that celebrated math teacher and Clovis legend Roxie Varadian explain what possible purpose could be served by taking Algebra II. The query landed him in counselor John Gartman’s office, choosing between first period study hall or a journalism class for the rest of the year. “I didn’t know what journalism was, but I sure didn’t want to take study hall,” he recalls. Thus began a 28­year career in the news business.

Wright was raised in Clovis during what he believes was the best possible time in history. He was among the first students to attend Weldon Elementary in the mid­1950s. He recalls this as a time when “every parent was every child’s parent, and every child was every parent’s child”. He, and countless others, enjoyed the fruits of dedicated Scout leaders, little league coaches, teachers, Sunday school teachers and merchants who dug deeply into their pockets to make sure Clovis kids were safe and positively involved.

Wright developed a love of music and sang in CHS vocal ensembles under renowned teacher Mercedes Edwards. He played saxophone in CHS bands, and was drum major during his senior year. He majored in music at Fresno State.

As editor of the CHS Cougar’s Growl, he was asked to cover sports for the Clovis Independent. Upon graduation, he became editor, and cut his teeth covering such contentious issues as the early CUSD and evolution of Cesar Chavez and the UFW. Wright worked in the news industry for 28 years as a reporter, editor, publisher, and owner of papers in Central and Northern California.

In the early 1990s, he decided working with kids was what he would rather be doing. He returned to college, obtained his credential and Master’s Degree, and began teaching in the Fresno Unified School District. During his third year, Wright was honored as a top educator in California

by Johns Hopkins University. That honor led to a continuing affiliation with Johns Hopkins’ Centers for Talented Youth, the largest and most renowned program for gifted students in the world.

Wright teaches at Manchester GATE in Fresno. His athletic teams have won more than 40 league championships and ten district championships.

Wright served two terms each as president of the Clovis Optimist Club, Clovis Lions Club, Los Banos Rotary Club, and Los Banos Chamber of Commerce. He has been active in Clovis Rodeo Association and Clovis Dry Creek Historical Society. He is a past director of Clovis Chamber of Commerce, Police Cadet Scout Troop, and coached youth soccer and baseball. He and his wife developed high school and college youth programs in their church, and were deeply involved in foreign exchange student programs.

Wright presently serves on the Clovis High Cougar Foundation board, Hope Lutheran Church council, and is president of the Clovis High School Alumni Association. He has been an elected director of the Clovis Veterans Memorial District for 23 years, the past ten as chairman.

Wright, and high school sweetheart Nancy, have three adult children. Tami lives near Auberry and is a speech pathologist for Sierra Unified. Son Tom and wife, Stacy, live in Clovis. Tom is an administrator at River View Elementary. Son Jeff and wife, Margie, live in Tustin, CA. Jeff is a teacher and high school football coach. Wrights have four grandchildren.

Wright’s parents were Jean and Cecil

Wright, pioneers in Southern California Edison’s Big Creek hydroelectric project. Jean, with her trademark University of California “mortarboard” nurses hat, was the first Director of Nurses at the “new” Clovis Memorial Hospital, which would eventually become Clovis Community Hospital. She was a longtime Girl Scout leader and PTA president. Cecil was a long time Boy Scout leader, who retired from Southern California Edison and spent another 10 years as volunteer attendant for Clovis Ambulance Service. Jean and Cecil then spent several years as camp nurse and handyman at Camp El­O­Win at Dinkey Creek. Wright has four siblings: Mac, retired electrical generation plant operator; Dr. Barbara Wright, veterinarian; Russell, construction inspector for the State of California; and Ginni, retired travel agent for AAA.

Fruits and veggies can help fight

cancerCancer affects the lives millions of

people across the globe. When detected early, cancer becomes a significantly less formidable foe, as survival rates for cancer patients whose cancer was detected early are much higher than those whose initial diagnosis came after the disease had progressed into its later stages. But early detection isn’t the only way to beat cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, a healthy diet that includes at least 21/2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day can help men, women and children lower their cancer risk. Fruits and vegetables that have the most color, such as those that are dark green, red, yellow, and orange, tend to have the most nutrients. Fruits and vegetables are typically low in calories as well, which helps people maintain healthy weights. That’s a significant benefit, as the ACS Cancer Prevention Study II showed significant increases in cancer occurrence in people who are the most overweight. The link between cancer andobesity is especially strong with specific cancers, including breast cancer after menopause and cancers of the colon, rectum, pancreas, kidneys, esophagus, and endometrium. What’s more, studies have shown that obese men and women have a harder time battling cancer upon diagnosis. So while a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help lower cancer risk, such a diet may even make it easier to battle cancer if diagnosed.

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