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DB Community Photo Contest

City of Diamond Bar

 

From its people to its places, Diamond Bar is brimming with photo-taking opportunities. If you live in town, we invite you to find some of these opportunities, photograph them and enter them into this year’s Through My Lens photo contest.

Co-sponsored by the City and the Diamond Bar Community Foundation, Through My Lens is now in its eight year and aims to raise community spirit while highlighting the best of Diamond Bar as captured through the camera lenses of residents.

The contest runs through Monday, October 15, with entries accepted in two age divisions (adult and youth) and five categories (people, pets, places, nature and digitally-altered).

Photo entries will be judged based on consistency with the “Diamond Bar living” theme, aesthetic appeal, originality, and creativity.

One entry will be selected as the winner in each of the divisions and categories, and those that come in a close second will receive an honorable mention. The overall top vote-getter will earn the grand prize title.

All winners will receive recognition by the Diamond Bar City Council and the Diamond Bar Community Foundation, and cash prizes of $50 for honorable mentions, $100 for winners, and $150 for the grand prize.

Official contest rules and the entry form is available at Diamond Bar City Hall, located at 21810 Copley Drive, or may also be downloaded from the City website at www.diamondbarca.gov/photocontest. To speak to someone about the contest, contact the City’s Public Information Division at 909.839.7057 or photocontest@diamondbarca.gov.

 

Child Abuse Suspect Faces 140 Years In Prison

By Anthony Saude

Chino Hills – A 29 year old Perris man faces 140 years in state prison when he is sentenced in June for sexually abusing two children over an eight-year span in Chino and Perris, according to the San Bernardino County District Attorneys’ office.

A jury of his peers convicted Alberto Ray Chavez, 29, of multiple felony counts in Rancho Cucamonga Superior Court on Thursday April 19, according to a news release from the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office.

Chavez was convicted of one count of aggravated sexual assault of a child – sodomy, two counts of sexual intercourse or sodomy with a child 10 years old or younger, three counts of oral copulation or sexual penetration with a child 10 years old or younger, and two counts of committing a lewd act upon a child, according to a news release.

Sentencing for Chavez will be carried out on June 1 inside a West Valley Superior Courtroom in Rancho Cucamonga. Currently Chaves is being detained at West Valley Detention Center in the city of Rancho Cucamonga.

According to reports out of the Chino Police Department investigators were first alerted to the abuse on January 23, 2016. An investigation into the allegations was launched and Chavez was arrested and booked on February 3, 2016, on the 17500 block of Perris Boulevard in Moreno Valley.

It was determined by the investigating Detectives that Chavez sexually abused the victims over an eight year span on multiple occasions in Chino and Perris, according to Chino police. He pled not guilty to the charges in February 2016.

 

Boomerang Buyers Re-enter Market

Nef Cortez

By Nef Cortez

“Boomerang Buyers”, homeowners that lost their homes through foreclosure or were forced to sell their homes as “Short Sales”, are re-entering the market.  The peak of foreclosure notice filings-bank repossessions, scheduled auctions, and default notices-occurred in 2010, passing the 2,870,000 mark. It surpassed the previous year’s record number of 2,300,000 filings.  The total number of filings since the mortgage meltdown begin to hit the housing market in 2005 stands at more than 19,000,000.

Homeowners that lost their home typically are required to wait 7 years before they would qualify for any of the Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) such as the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac), as well as the Housing and Urban Developments’ FHA program loans.

With approximately one third of all filings in 2010 having led to an actual bank repossession, at least 700,000 homeowners who lost their homes are now able to qualify for loans, based solely on that criteria. There are an additional 500,000 that also went through a short sale and would also now qualify for these government sponsored programs.  They need to have repaired their credit by establishing a good payment history since their repossession distressed sale in order to qualify in the now existing tighter credit environment.

This pool of more than 1,000,000 buyers, which represents close to 20% of the total number of home sales in the US this past year, will provide a further upward push on home prices by being able to compete with the already existing pool of homebuyers. This pool of buyers will continue to grow as those who lost their homes through foreclosure after the peak in 2010 also begin to re-enter the home buying market.

This article was written by Nef Cortez who is a licensed Real Estate Broker, Ca BRE # 00560181, licensed since 1976. He can be reached for more information via e-mail at nefcortez@gmail.com, or website http://www.nefcortez.com. Please feel free to email any questions regarding real estate.

 

Walnut City Sheriff Department Chinese Program

Staff Reports

Walnut – Starting on Thursday, May 17th, 2018, the Sun Yat Sen Chinese Institute will come to the Walnut station to provide Chinese (Mandarin) language classes. The classes will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and held downstairs in the training room.  The class will meet every Thursday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The class is FREE to attend and will go on for 12 weeks.  

The class is open to all personnel (sworn, civilian, volunteers, reserves, explorers, etc.).  For more information, please contact Deputy Louis Denver at ladenver@lasd.org or 626-913-1715 to fill out a registration form.

Diamond Bar Man Dies In Fatal Accident

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A man died after his vehicle rolled down an emabankment about 700 on Angeles Crest Highway in the forest just north of La Canada Flintridge

By Anthony Saude

DIAMOND BAR —A Diamond Bar man was killed in tragic automobile accident authorities said. The Los Angeles County Coroner identified the victim as George McCreary Jr., age 64 of Diamond Bar. He had been driving late on Tuesday night near the Mt. Wilson area in the Altadena area when he lost control of his vehicle and went tumbling down a steep embankment.

According to the California Highway Patrol, “The crash was reported at 8:15 p.m. on Mt. Wilson Red Box Road.” According reports, Coroner’s spokesman Ed winter said that the paramedics pronounced McCreary dead at the scene.

McCreary was driving his Ford southbound on Mt. Wilson Red Box Road when, for unknown reasons, it veered to the right up onto a raised curb and smashed into a metal guardrail, traveled down a steep embankment, and slammed into several large trees on the way down, CHP reports said.

The Ford eventually stopped its descent laying on its right side against a large tree.

The vehicle eventually came to a rest on its right side against a large tree.

 

Magnolia Junior High Turns 50

By Anthony Saude

Chino – Magnolia Junior High of Chino celebrated its Golden Anniversary on April 13 with food, games, a presentation and special performances.

The school first opened in September of 1967 with more than 350 students enrolled. Walnut Avenue Elementary was also new and was bursting at the seams. It was decided that one of its fifth grade classes would transfer to Magnolia.

Nine years later construction was completed and in the same year, the school was rededicated.

Ramona Elementary vice Principal Victor Paulson, was named the school’s first principal and served loyally until he was promoted to Chino High principal. Then Dick Meyer who came from Arizona was named the new principal at Magnolia.

Klaas Weis, the wife of a dairy man and a mother, was the first ever parent-teacher organization president.

The celebration was rich with quality speakers which included current Magnolia principal Matt McCain and former principal John Miller, now the principal at Chino High.

Chino city councilman Gary George, retired physical education teacher Bob Dyer, and Bruce Warner, a teacher of Magnolia from the day the school opened until his retirement also spoke.

The school’s alumni band prepared a special musical performance just for the event.

Sean Jenkins, the school’s band instructor of 26 years, put together a community band comprised of former Magnolia students.

Most of the 40 band members were students of Chino High School, older alumni and a few advanced band students at the school also joined in.

Mr. Jenkins, is also an associate director of the USC school marching band, he said the band culture at Magnolia was set by, Perry Hal his predecessor as the school’s band director from 1992-2002. Mr. Hall’s position at Magnolia was filled by Mr. Jenkins when Hall left to teach at the high school. There are 113 students in the band and color guard program today  at Magnolia, this includes the advanced band members.

“Feedback from competition judges is that our students play better than many high schools,” Mr. Jenkins said.

Gaylen Roe, has spent all of her 28 years as a teacher at the school in the same classroom, said students there benefit from the collaborative teaching environment that has been created at the school.

Mrs. Roe will be retiring in June. She teaches an elective life skills class, that some of the older people used to know as home economics. Magnolia’s culinary arts program feeds into the culinary and hospitality academy offered at Chino High.

Magnolia currently has 659 students of which 73 percent are from low-income households.

Parent volunteer Elena Gomez-Lecaro said the school is connected by family generations and supportive community members.

The general feeling of the residents is that Magnolia is one of the best junior high schools in the community.

More Than 2,900 Marijuana Plants In Grow House

Staff Reports

Pomona – On Monday, April 23rd at approximately 5:30pm, Pomona Police Department dispatched Patrol Officers to a report of trespassers in the 1400 block of N. Garey Ave.

Upon entering the supposed vacant building, Officers located and arrested the 4 trespassers, Quan Zeng Xue 61, Zhang, Wu, 51, Zhang, Chen, 44, and Zhang, Chen Qiang , 41. They were all booked into the Pomona City jail for a 11358 H/S Cultivation of Marijuana. Also discovered was a 23 room fully functional Marijuana grow operation containing more than 2,900 Marijuana plants in various stages of maturity. The grow operation used top of the line systems for lighting, air conditioning, fans, exhaust blowers and air-filtering systems that control the climate inside the buildings and the odor of Marijuana outside the buildings.

the Marijuana plants were removed from the building and booked into evidence with the assistance of the Pomona Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit and Homeless Encampment Action Response Team (HEART),

 

 

Boy Hit By SUV in Diamond Bar

By Anthony Saude

Diamond Bar -A nine-year-old boy was riding his scooter was struck by a sport-utility vehicle in Diamond Bar on Wednesday night, April 25. He suffered a broken jaw and minor internal injuries after he hit Wednesday night, deputies said.

As a precaution, a helicopter flew the child to the hospital.

Los Angeles County sheriff’s Detective David Timberlake said the Diamond Bar boy was in stable condition at Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles. The crash occurred just before 6 p.m. in a gated community in the 21100 block of Willow Heights Drive.

Timberlake said a Diamond Bar man was driving along the street between 8 to 10 mph. The boy was riding his scooter in his drive way when he went down the driveway and into the street right into the path of the SUV, the detective said.

The injured boy was taken to Diamond Bar High School where he waited for the helicopter to arrive to take him to the hospital. The driver of the vehicle was not arrested but the investigation is ongoing.

 

Woman Crashes Into Corona Walmart Produce Section

Photo: courtesy of Corona Police Department
A vehicle crashed into the produce section of a Corona Walmart Sunday, April 15. The driver was cited for suspicion of driving under the influence. (Courtesy Corona Police Department)

By Anthony Saude

Corona– A Riverside woman crashed her sedan through the glass door and into the produce section of a Corona Neighborhood Walmart on an otherwise uneventful Sunday evening in April.

The woman who was later identified as Diane Mickens, 56, of Riverside, drove through the entrance of the store in the 1500 block of W. Sixth Street around 7:45 p.m. Sunday, April 15, Corona police officials said.

A Walmart employee called 911 after the vehicle came to a rest approximately 25 feet into the produce section. Witnesses say, Mickens got out of the sedan, walked away from the scene and left her two passengers engulfed bin debris and scattered fruits and vegetables.

Officers found Mickens a little later walking near Smith Street and Pleasant View Avenue, she was detained. When the Paramedics showed up at the scene they determined Mickens needed  medical attention. She was transported to a local hospital where she was issued a citation for suspicion of driving under the influence.

She was the only one hurt in the crash.

Many people enquired about the reason the woman wasn’t being held in jail.

“If a person in police custody is treated at a medical facility, the taxpayers end up paying for the cost of that treatment,” A Corona police representative explained on Facebook. Just issuing a citation has no impact on the charges the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office may file later date.

It’s standard operating procedure for the department to issue a citation when a suspect requires medical treatment.

 

OurWeeklyNews.com Complete Edition 4.28.18

The Weekly News covers community news for Chino, Chino Hills, Diamond Bar, Walnut, Rowland Heights and surrounding areas of San Gabriel Valley and the Inland Empire.Click this link to access the complete issue in PDF format: Web.2018-04-28-WeeklyNews

Diamond Bar Invites You To Connectwithrec! Free Event

By Anthony Saude

Diamond Bar – This year Diamond Bar is proud to introduce what’s new in the Diamond Bar Parks and Recreation by hosting the inaugural Connectwith Rec! event. This free event is designed for the residents to be able to experience what’s new in the department with hands on experience.

The New Recreation Event being held on May 2 will allow residents to get a preview into Free Classes that will be available for residents with the Parks and Recreation revamp.

The classes will include mommy and me classes for toddlers, organized sport programs for the youth as well as early morning workouts for adults. Diamond Bar’s year-round recreation opportunities will range from the fiercely fun to the cerebrally meditative.  Also on the Wednesday of May 2, residents are also invited to a sample the City’s recreation classes and programs during this inaugural Connect with Rec event!

This family-friendly event will be held at the Diamond Bar Center from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be special performances and residents will be able to drop-in and for class demonstrations that include yoga, tai chi, summer day camp, and a docent-led hike.

Wait there is more fun on this day, there will be activities for the for the children, giveaways and of course information on all of the programs, classes, excursions and special events in the future sponsored by the city of Diamond Bar.

Diamond Bar Center is located at 1600 Grand Avenue. For more information, visit http://www.diamondbarca.gov/specialevents or call the Parks and Recreation Department at 909.839.7070

Men of Impakt Recognition Award

By Anthony Saude
I had some incredible guests in the month of April. What a blessing that I get to chat with individuals who are out there making a difference in people’s lives every day. These guys are doing this type of stuff in their spare time. Check out http://www.moveministries.org and the interview with David Bethany and Don Tietz on April 26. If you are a man and going on a mission trip is something that you have thought about for years but just haven’t pulled the trigger, you are going to want to check out this opportunity.
I was honored to be able to talk to 2 men on separate weeks from the Cajun Navy 2016. Check out their website: http://www.cajunnavy2016.org or check them out on Facebook. We got to speak with Billy Brineager and Ben Husser about how they drove to Texas from Louisiana with their boats and started rescuing people and giving people hope. These 2 interview are incredible. I am still working with John Able to schedule an interview as well. These guys had just got back from a visit to the White house. Great stuff.
I am really excited about the guest lineup for the month of May too. Also this month M.O.I. Would like to honor your Man Of Impakt. Send us an email to menofimpakt@gmail.com outlining who your M.O.I is and why. We will pick one to honor for our first Annual Men Of Impakt rcognition award.Send your nominations to menofimpakt@gmail.com We will do it every year around Fathers day. All the Men of Impakt that anybody nominates will be mentioned on the Radio show and listed in this article because they are all M.O.I. for sure.
Remember Men you are going to make an impact in this world somehow, somewhere. What do you want yours to look like?

The Mexican Fisherman

By Michael Armijo

 

I’m convinced that deep inside our hearts we all possess the ability to be successful. I rely on a simple formula: “Confidence + Desire = Ability.” I believe that when we have confidence, and then add our desire, we find the path to ability. And I believe that each and every one of us can accomplish whatever we want, just as long as we have desire. But it has to come deep from within.

What I’ve also learned is that not everyone shares the same definition of success that I do, and I’ve learned that what’s important to me is not important to others.

As a motivator, I want the entire world to apply themselves and work hard to be on top. I want to encourage everyone to do their best and step up to their inner ability. But I’ve come to the realization that sometimes we have to really look clearly at the big picture, because sometimes our goals are the same. It all depends on how you look at it.

This brings me to a story I’d like to share, a story called:

The Mexican Fisherman

An American investment banker was at the pier of a small coastal Mexican village when a small boat with just one fisherman docked.

Inside the small boat were several large yellow fin tuna. The American complimented the fisherman on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them. The fisherman replied, “Only a little while.” The American then asked, “Why didn’t you stay out longer and catch more fish?” The fisherman said, “With this I have more than enough to support my family’s needs.” The American then asked, “But what do you do with the rest of your time?” To which the fisherman replied; “I sleep late, fish a little, play with my children, take a siesta with my wife, stroll into the village each evening where I sip wine and play guitar with my amigos. I have a full and busy life.”

The American scoffed; “I’m a Harvard MBA and I could help you. You should spend more time fishing; and with the proceeds, buy a bigger boat. With the proceeds from the bigger boat you could buy several boats. Eventually you would have a fleet of fishing boats. Instead of selling your catch to a middleman, you would sell directly to the processor; eventually opening your own cannery. You would control the product, processing, and distribution. You would need to leave this small coastal fishing village and move to Mexico City, then Los Angeles, and eventually New York where you will run your ever-expanding enterprise.”

“But what then?” asked the fisherman. The American laughed and said: “That’s the best part. When the time is right you would announce an IPO and sell your company stock to the public and become very rich. You would make millions.”

“Millions?…Then what?” the fisherman asked.

The American said, “Then you would retire. Move to a small coastal fishing village where you would sleep late, fish a little, play with your kids, take siesta with your wife, stroll to the village in the evenings where you could sip wine and play your guitar with your amigos.”

What this story reminds me is when you’re searching for success in life, you need to determine what success means. Just as the fisherman believed in his simple life, we need to look at the simplicity of what we really want. At times, we may find, we don’t need to look too far for success because sometimes we’re already successful. Some of us, deep inside, are simple, happy, already successful Mexican Fishermen.

Planes of Fame Air Show

Photo Courtesy: PlanesofFame.org

STAFF REPORTS

Chino – Look to the skies on the weekend of May 5 and 6 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. and watch all your favorite Planes of Fame as they soar through the skies at the Chino Airport. This year’s air show will be featuring over 40 historic aircraft, including P-47 Thunderbolts, P-38 Lightnings and P-51 Mustangs flying for your enjoyment. We invite you to join us in honoring the history, contributions, and sacrifices of our Veterans.
Performers include: A-10 Thunderbolt and Heritage Flight; Sean D. Tucker Team Oracle Aerobatics; World’s fastest piston engine aircraft P-51 Mustang Voodoo; N9MB Flying Wing Demo; Pacific, European, Korean & Vietnam Flight Displays, Sanders Sea Fury Aerobatics, Gregory ‘Wired’ Colyer T-33 Aerobatics and Rob Harrison the Tumbling Bear.

In addition to many other fantastic airplanes that will be performing and on static display, there will be a special panel discussion with some of our honored Veterans.

Follow our Planes of Fame Air show Facebook page to receive up to the minute news on Performers and attending Aircraft and Veterans!

This is an incredible event whether you are an aircraft enthusiast, or just looking to enjoy an amazing day.

The gates will open at 8 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday, with the flying show running from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Static displays and vendors will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with special merchandise and delicious food and beverages available. See all your favorite airplanes fly!

There will be a Kids Zone, static displays, food & vendors, and more!
SAVE $5 ORDER TICKETS ONLINE! (Hurry! Limited Time Offer)

Free Admission Kids 11 Years & Under, General $25 FREE PARKING! (Preferred Parking $17.50) FOR INFO AND TICKETS GO TO http://www.planesoffame.org

The airport and museum are located at 7000 Merrill Avenue, in Chino.

 

Popping the Question? How to Select an Engagement Ring

By StatePoint

 

“Will you marry me?” Be sure to pair these four little words with the perfect engagement ring. While there’s a bit of a learning curve when it comes to selecting the right diamond, the most important thing you can do is find a piece both you and your significant other will love.

 

That said, don’t let the business of choosing an engagement ring be a source of stress at this exciting time in your life. With a bit of knowledge, you can make the right selection with confidence. Consider the following.

 

  • Consult with the leading authority: Be sure your diamond is Gemological Institute of America (GIA)-certified. Established in 1931, GIA is the world’s foremost authority on diamonds, colored stones and pearls. A public benefit, nonprofit institute, GIA is the leading source of knowledge, standards and education in gems and jewelry.

 

  • Four Cs: Of course, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so make your decision based on what looks most beautiful to you, however, knowing more about the four Cs – that is the cut, color, clarity and carat – of a diamond, can help you make a selection wisely. Created by the GIA, the four Cs are the global standard for assessing the quality of diamonds, allowing you to compare one diamond to another, which is extremely helpful in determining whether you are getting a fair price.

 

The cut is what gives a diamond its brilliance and sparkle, so this is an important factor. As far as color is concerned, the less color the better — tinting is indicative of a lower quality diamond. Clarity refers to a diamond’s relative flawlessness — blemishes are a mark against a diamond. Lastly, carat measures the weight of the diamond.

 

Be sure to view the GIA grading report specifying the exact quality of an individual diamond when making a decision.

 

  • Design your own engagement ring with the help of an expert: An engagement ring is one of the most meaningful items you will ever purchase. So, why opt for the style everyone else is wearing? Consider working with a jeweler that specializes in bespoke engagement rings and quality diamonds, such as Enchanted Diamonds. With experience spanning generations, the family-owned and operated jeweler will work with you to custom create a ring for your unique specifications.

 

“You’re not just buying another mass-produced commodity, you’re commissioning a work of art,” says Joshua Niamehr, founder and CEO of Enchanted Diamonds.

 

  • Shop online: Gaining access to a large selection of diamonds can be difficult when shopping at a brick-and-mortar store close to home. Consider shopping online for access to a larger and better selection of diamonds, including those found in New York City’s world-renowned diamond district. Doing so will give you a greater opportunity to find the perfect fit for your unique needs, style and budget without ever having to leave your home.

 

Before getting down on one knee, do your research. There’s a perfect engagement ring for every couple. Finding it just requires a little bit of legwork.

 

Stovetop Barbecue Chicken

with Mac ‘n’ Cheese and a Green Salad

 

By Hello Fresh

 

Cooking Time: 30 mins

Servings: 4

Nutrition: 550 Calories

Ingredients:

 

  • Scallions- 2
  • Cucumber-1
  • Lemon-1
  • Gemelli Pasta- 6 oz
  • Chicken Breasts- 24 oz
  • Cheddar Cheese- 1 cup
  • Cream Cheese- 2 oz
  • Barbecue Sauce- 1/2 cup
  • Spring Mix Lettuce- 4 oz

 

1  PREP    Wash and dry all produce. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Thinly slice scallions, keeping greens and whites separate. Slice cucumber into thin rounds. Halve lemon.

 

2  BOIL PASTA.     Once the water is boiling, add gemelli to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, 9-11 minutes. Carefully scoop out and reserve ½ cup pasta cooking water, then drain.

 

3 COOK CHICKEN       Heat a large drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Season chicken all over with salt and pepper. Add to pan and cook until no longer pink in center, 5-6 minutes per side.

 

4  STIR MAC ‘N’ CHEESE      After draining gemelli, heat a large drizzle of oil in pot used to cook it over medium heat. Add scallion whites and cook, tossing, until softened, about 1 minute. Add gemelli, cheddar, cream cheese, 1 TBSP butter, and reserved pasta cooking water. Stir until a creamy sauce forms. Season generously with salt and pepper. Set aside off heat until meal is ready.

 

5  COAT CHICKEN AND MAKE SALAD.    Once chicken is cooked through, add barbecue sauce to same pan. Turn chicken to coat in sauce. Set aside off heat. In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, cucumber, a few squeezes of lemon, and a large drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

 

6  PLATE AND SERVE.    Divide chicken, mac ‘n’ cheese, and salad between plates. (TIP: If mac ’n’ cheese has become stiff, add a splash of water and reheat briefly over low heat.) Drizzle chicken with any remaining sauce in pan. Sprinkle scallion greens over everything and serve.

4 Facts About Seafood and Your Health

By StatePoint

 

We hear a lot about the important nutrients in vegetables and fruits, but the health benefits of eating seafood regularly aren’t always in the spotlight. It should be a no-brainer when it comes to seafood, which is packed with omega-3s. Yet, most Americans only eat one serving of seafood a week.

Here are some evidence-based facts to help set the record straight.

  1. How much seafood should I be eating?

Studies show that seafood benefits your heart, eyes and brain, and may also help you fight chronic diseases and memory loss. The 2015 Dietary Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat at least two servings of seafood each week. That’s double the amount most people currently eat. To reap the range of nutrients found in seafood, try to get a variety of fish in your diet, including shrimp, salmon, canned/pouched tuna, tilapia and pollock.

  1. What if you’re pregnant?

Seafood is especially important for pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as young children, since it is one of the only natural food sources rich in healthy omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA. EPA and DHA are critical for brain and eye development, supporting the old adage that fish really is “brainfood.” One recent study shows that moms-to-be who ate fish two to three times each week had babies that reached milestones — such as imitating sounds, recognizing family members and drinking from a cup — more quickly than children born to mothers who didn’t eat fish regularly during pregnancy. Another recent study found that pregnant women who ate at least two seafood meals each week helped boost their child’s IQ up three points by age 9. Learn more about the best fish to eat during pregnancy at AboutSeafood.com/seafood-pregnancy.

  1. How to get more seafood.

Incorporating more seafood into your diet doesn’t need to be a challenge. It’s easy to get the recommended two to three servings each week by simply swapping out the protein from your favorite dishes with seafood. For example, chicken tacos become fish tacos, and grilled steak salad becomes grilled shrimp salad. What’s more, seafood is just as healthy whether it’s fresh, frozen or canned, making it a convenient item to stock up on when shopping, and ultimately helping you eliminate wasted food in your household.

  1. Start the day right.

Nutrition experts recommend incorporating protein into your breakfast as a way to boost metabolism and balance your blood sugar levels for the entire day. Kicking off the morning with tuna avocado toast or salmon on a bagel will help keep you feeling fuller for longer, prevent cravings before lunchtime and help you reach your weekly seafood goals.

More nutrition facts, recipes and other resources can be found at AboutSeafood.com.

For better wellness, give your health a boost by eating a variety of seafood at least twice a week.

 

Diamond Bar Condo Sales Update!

Nef Cortez

By Nef Cortez

The “California Screamin’” Roller Coaster ride that is the housing market continues! Diamond Bar Condominium and Townhome sales dropped like the downward hurtle after the “loop” at the famous Disneyland ride.  The number of recorded condominium and townhome sales in Diamond Bar dropped dramatically from 74 in the 4th quarter of 2017 to only 36 in the 1st quarter of 2018! The sharp drop in number of sales of more than 52%, however, has not impacted the median sales price in a negative way.  As a matter of fact, the median sales price of condo and townhome sales continues to climb, very much like the rising median sales price of single family homes in Diamond Bar.

The drop in sales from the 1st quarter of 2017 as compared to the 1st quarter of 2018 was not as pronounced as the change in market activity from the 4th quarter of last year. Diamond Bar saw a decrease of 29% in the number of sales year over year, comparing similar time frames.  There were 51 recorded sales in the 1st quarter of 2017, and only 36 in the 1st quarter of 2018.  A 29% drop is substantial-just ask any person who depends on their livelihood on the commissions earned in the housing industry. Not only are real estate agents and their staff affected, but so are loan agents and loan processors, escrow officers, title representatives and other title industry employees, home inspectors, and pest control operators and their employees.

As mentioned previously in this article, the median sales price continues to climb.  The median sales price of condos and townhomes in Diamond Bar in the 4th quarter of 2017 hovered around $374,000.00. That numbered climbed to $390,000.00 for the 1st quarter of 2018,  an increase of $16,000.00, or 17% on an annualized basis. That is a huge increase! So, the fewer number of Sellers that have come on the market and sold have benefited from the continuing problem for the industry as a whole, that is, the housing inventory shortage. These sellers that were able to get on the market and sell and get out are not complaining!

This article was written by Nef Cortez who is a licensed Real Estate Broker, Ca BRE # 00560181, licensed since 1976. He can be reached for more information via e-mail at nefcortez@gmail.com, or website www.nefcortez.com. Please feel free to email any questions regarding real estate.

 

The Uniqueness of Christianity

By Pastor Ed Moreno

Jesus said in John 14:6: “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” This claim rankles people like no other. Christians have been called arrogant, narrow-minded, and bigoted for saying Jesus is the only way to God. But the thing is, Jesus is the one who says that. Christians are just relating what Jesus said.

Part of the reason why this claim is so controversial is because it strikes at the core of three great myths about religion. I’ll briefly address the first one. The first myth says: “When you get down to it, all religions are basically the same.” The truth is that there are major differences between the religions of the world. And Christianity is like no other.  Christianity’s uniqueness is rooted in the uniqueness of Jesus himself.

Someone once noted that other religious leaders say, “Follow me and I’ll show you how to find truth.”  But Jesus says, “I am the truth.”

Other religious leaders say, “Follow me and I’ll show you the way to salvation.”  But Jesus says,  “I am the way to eternal life in heaven.”

Other religious leaders say, “Follow me and I’ll show you how to become enlightened.”  But Jesus says, “I am the light.”

Other religious leaders say, “Follow me and I’ll show you the door that leads to God.”   But Jesus says, “I am the door.”

Then Jesus adds, “So follow Me.”

What the different religions of the world teach contradict each other, so let’s not pretend they are all true. That’s irrational. They can’t all be true. What one needs to look for is who authenticated their claims.  Jesus claimed to be divinity and the only way to God, so how does he back up his claims? Jesus backs up his claims with unique credentials that make him uniquely credible.

For example, Jesus fulfilled dozens of centuries-old prophecies against all mathematical odds of probability. And unlike other religious leaders, Jesus performed great miracles that further authenticated his claim of being God’s one and only Son. And in the most spectacular demonstration of his deity, Jesus fulfilled his own prediction by rising from the grave after three days exactly as he said he would. And this was witnessed by more than 500 people.  No other religious leader ever did the powerful things Jesus did.  So, it’s not narrow-minded to say Jesus is the only way to God if the overwhelming evidence supports that claim.

 

Competitive Coverage To Meet Your Family’s Needs

Melanie Smith-Rice of State Farm Insurance in Norco.

Melanie Smith-Rice of State Farm Insurance in Norco.

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Norco – At the Melanie Smith-Rice State Farm Office, 24-hour good neighbor service is at the forefront.  Smith-Rice is confident that she can meet your needs for all insurance and financial services, and promises to wow you with expert professional service.

A State Farm Agent since 1985 and a Corona resident since 1971, Smith-Rice understands the needs of the community and has worked hard to provide a palette of services that makes one-stop-shopping easy and affordable.  Along with Auto insurance, Smith-Rice provides Home Owners and Renters Insurance.

“A home is a big investment, so let’s make sure you have enough coverage at the right rate,” says Smith-Rice.  As well, protecting your personal property may be more affordable than you think.  “The average person has over $200,000 worth of stuff that is probably not covered under your landlord’s policy.  That’s where our State Farm Renters insurance comes into play,” she adds.

More important than the care of your property is the care of your family.  Along with Life Insurance, the Melanie Smith-Rice State Farm Office can provide various types of health insurance, including Long-Term Care should you become unable to care for yourself.

And for the business owner, Smith-Rice says, “I understand the needs of a business owner like you.  Together we can help protect your business and plan a roadmap for your financial future.

As if all this weren’t enough, the Melanie Smith-Rice State Farm Office can provide you with financial services such as Mutual Funds, Annuities, and even Banking (yes, Banking!), including Bank Accounts, Credit Cards, and Loans.

Don’t wait another minute to help ensure your family’s well being.  Call the Melanie Smith-Rice State Farm Office today, and get peace of mind in return.  A staff of professional experts is standing by at (951) 734-5290, or Toll-Free at (888) 734-5292.  They are located at 2027 River Road in Norco, in the Stater Bros. shopping center at Second Street and River Road.