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DMV Reminds Motorists of New 2017 Laws

Courtesy City of Eastvaleimg_1240

With the New Year just around the corner, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) wants to inform the public of several new laws or changes to existing law that, unless otherwise noted, take effect on January 1, 2017. The following are summaries of some transportation-related laws taking effect.

Use of Electronic Wireless Devices (AB 1785, Quirk): Driving a motor vehicle while holding and operating a handheld wireless telephone or a wireless electronic communications device will be prohibited, unless the device is mounted on a vehicle’s windshield or is mounted/affixed to a vehicle’s dashboard or center console in a manner that does not hinder the driver’s view of the road. The driver’s hand may only be used to activate or deactivate a feature or function on the device with the motion of a single swipe or tap of the driver’s finger, but not while holding it. The law does not apply to manufacturer-installed systems that are embedded in a vehicle.

Child Safety Seats (AB 53, Garcia): This law requires a parent, legal guardian, or the driver of a motor vehicle to properly secure a child who is younger than 2 years of age in an appropriate rear-facing child passenger restraint system, unless the child weighs 40 or more pounds or is 40 or more inches in height (3 feet, 3 inches).

Motorcycle Lane Splitting (AB 51, Quirk): This law defines “lane splitting” as driving a two-wheeled motorcycle between rows of stopped or moving vehicles in the same lane. The law authorizes the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to develop educational guidelines relating to lane splitting in a manner that would ensure the safety of motorcyclists, drivers, and passengers. In developing these guidelines, the law requires the CHP to consult with specified agencies and organizations that have an interest in road safety and motorcyclist behavior.

Vehicle Registration Fee (SB 838, Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review): This law increases the vehicle registration fee on every vehicle or trailer coach from $43 to $53 beginning April 1, 2017.

Environmental License Plate (SB 839, Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review): This law increases the fee for the issuance of Environmental License Plates from $48 to $53, starting July 1, 2017. This law also increases the fee for the renewal, retention, transfer, or duplication of Environmental License Plates (personalized) from $38 to $43, starting January 1, 2017.

Accident Reporting (SB 491, Committee on Transportation and Housing): This law increases the minimum financial threshold for property damage that is required to be reported to the DMV from $750 to $1,000 when a driver is involved in a motor vehicle collision.

Vehicle Safety Recalls (AB 287, Gordon): This law enacts the Consumer Automotive Recall Safety (CARS) Act, and requires the DMV to include a general advisory regarding vehicle recalls and needed repairs on each vehicle registration renewal notice. This law prohibits a dealer or a rental car company from renting or loaning a vehicle with a manufacturer’s recall no later than 48 hours after receiving the notice—until the vehicle has been repaired. This law gives a limited exception for a licensed dealer or a rental car company with a fleet of 34 or fewer loaner or rental vehicles. The law authorizes the DMV to suspend or revoke a vehicle dealer’s license if they violate the CARS Act.

Year of Manufacture License Plates (SB 1429, Nielsen): This law expands the Year of Manufacture (YOM) license plate program to include vehicles and license plates manufactured through 1980. This law benefits owners of vintage motor vehicles who obtain license plates from the year corresponding to the vehicle’s model-year, and wish to use those vintage plates in lieu of regular license plates. Such plates are commonly found from different sources, including relatives, garage sales, estate sales, etc. The program will include the blue and yellow license plates issued for use on California motor vehicles from 1970 until 1980.

Background Checks of Drivers of Transportation Network Companies (AB 1289, Cooper): A transportation network company (TNC) will be required to perform a comprehensive background check of all their drivers. This law also specifies penalties for a TNC that violates or fails to comply with this requirement. A TNC will be prohibited from contracting with, employing, or retaining a driver if they are registered on the U.S. Department of Justice National Sex Offender public website, has been convicted of specified felonies, or within the previous seven years, has been convicted of a misdemeanor assault or battery, domestic violence, or driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Any TNC in violation of the specified requirements is subject to a penalty of not less than $1,000 or more than $5,000 for each offense.

Installing Counterfeit or Nonfunctional Air Bags (AB 2387, Mullin): This law prohibits knowingly and intentionally manufacturing, importing, installing, reinstalling, distributing, or selling any device intended to replace an air bag system in any motor vehicle if the device is a counterfeit or nonfunctional air bag system, or does not meet federal safety requirements. The law also prohibits selling, installing, or reinstalling any device that would cause a vehicle’s diagnostic system to fail to warn when the vehicle is equipped with a counterfeit, nonfunctional, or a case in which no air bag was installed. This violation is a misdemeanor punishable by a $5,000 fine and/or up to a one year in county jail.

 

Magnesium the Magnificent!

By Clark’s Nutrition of Chino

Medieval Latin named it “magnesia”, a white lodestone mineral that was highly magnetic and very highly prized by the 15th century alchemists. This group of protoscientists aimed to purify base metals into gold and craft elixirs of mortality, and believed magnesium deposits could be used to craft the mythical “philosopher’s stone”. While unsuccessful in their pursuit, this historically significant movement produced many writings that would eventually be of benefit to geologists, architects, physiologists and biochemists. Today, we know magnesium to be one of the most important, most studied, and most dynamic nutrients in our bodies. As a major mineral, magnesium assists the body in carrying out over 300 enzymatic reactions, stabilizing our cell’s energy currency, and helping our muscles and nerves relax. Individuals with physiological appropriate levels of magnesium tend to suffer less from conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, and hypertension. But the benefits do not end there, magnesium may also improve short and long term working memory by improving the density and strength of our nerve network. Luckily, nature has made magnesium ubiquitous and easy to ingest, no matter the eating philosophy, dietary needs, or food selection of even the most finicky eater. Good sources of magnesium are green leafy vegetables, nuts and seeds, dairy, fish, and legumes (magnesium is mostly synonymous with high fiber foods). As easy as finding and ingesting magnesium should be, there are still large swaths of the population that are in deficiency states. Individuals in chronic unmitigated high-stress lifestyles, alcoholics, caffeine abusers, those engaging in long periods of sweating without proper hydration (exercisers), and individuals eating a highly refined “fiber-less” diet are most at risk for a magnesium deficiency.

Inadequate magnesium may also exacerbate the following conditions:

  • Depression- by reducing serotonin levels. Serotonin positively affects almost all of our 40 million brain cells by regulating sleep, mood, sexual desire, appetite, and learning and social behavior.
  • Heart health- low levels of magnesium may lead to heart arrhythmia (irregular heart beat) in combination with calcium.
  • Diabetes- magnesium helps to regulate the effects of blood sugar by improving insulin sensitivity.
  • Osteoporosis- 50-60% of our body’s magnesium (~25 grams total) are found in our bones.

Magnesium recommendations are 310 milligrams for women and 420 milligrams for men. This dose may be increased in times of acute deficiency with one caveat, high doses of magnesium may cause loose and watery stools (which may be the desired effect for those suffering constipation). Upper tolerable levels for daily use are between 800-1200 milligrams for up to three months. Magnesium can interfere with some medications therefore it is imperative that individuals currently taking any medication discuss magnesium dosing with their doctor.

Magnesium is found in powder form, which can easily be mixed into a drink as well as capsules and liquid. Taking 100 milligrams (up to 250 mgs may be well tolerated after a ramp up period) an hour before bed may help to relax muscles and increases the function of GABA receptors (GABA is a calming “inhibitory” neurotransmitter). If the alchemists taught us one thing, it is our interaction with minerals may greatly influence our longevity and health span. As always, have a healthy day.

C Doussett MPH, RDN

Our Life

Time for 2017 our-life

By Julia Rohrabaugh

Time. It’s not something to take lightly, but it’s also not something to spend your quiet moments pondering about. This idea of time, that one second gone is one you’ll never get back, can be frightening. Our time is precious, so we want to control how we spend it. What I find though, is the harder you try to control something, the more out of control it becomes.

This past year has been a tough one for me and my family, as I assume it has for many, many families. Humans have only a number of emotions, however which result from infinite possible circumstances, relationships, or moods. No matter what your situations are, there is someone out there that is feeling just the same. Honestly, I say that this year has been the greatest struggle for me in my life. I come out of it knowing that because I cannot predict what is going to happen, I cannot plan and be upset when plans change. The most pain I have ever experienced or observed is when someone loses someone in one form or another, so all other changes in plans don’t seem so bad anymore. I come out of this year with a better perspective of what brings me joy, where I place my value, and then how I should devote my time.

Taking the minutes of our life and devoting it to being with others, I’d say, is the most precious gift. Unfortunately, I see myself and other people abusing the opportunity to spend time with one another. It isn’t just time that you give to people. People need attention, they need your mind, your thoughts, conversation, ideas, plans, jokes, hobbies, interests, etc. It’s an exchange though. It is an investment. Hoping that pouring into someone, they may just pour back. It is a fact that energy is not created nor destroyed, just transferred. When we give up our energy, we are at a deficit, and we need to be filled back up again.

I come out of this year with more patience. A gift isn’t genuine when you’re expecting one right back, is it? That would be self-seeking. I am motivated to devote myself to people by knowing that everyone needs to be filled, because in truth I do not feel full myself all the time.

The new year coming around is an even greater reminder that time is continuous. However precious time is, we cannot hold it in our wallet, and choose when to spend it. We just have to keep going with it. My New Year’s Resolution is that we do not let the cruel intentions of the world stop us from relating to one another, we keep pursuing one another and don’t let each other go unseen.

Free Sandbags and Holiday Tree Collection

By City of Diamond Bar

Diamond Bar– During the rainy weather season, most County of Los Angeles fire stations double as free self-serve sandbag stations.

Diamond Bar residents whose home are prone to flooding when it rains may stop by local station 119 (20480 Pathfinder Road – 909.598.4290.) or 121 (346 Armitos Road – 909.396.0165) to pick up free sand and sandbags, while supplies last.

There are a maximum of 25 sandbags allowed per household, and residents should bring gloves and shovels to fill their own sandbags. For more information, call the City’s Public Works Department at 909.839.7040.

Holiday Tree Collection- Waste Management and Valley Vista Services will be collecting live trees collection from December 25 until January 6.

Trees must be free of the stand, ornaments, tinsel and lights be stripped of ornaments and stand, and placed at the curb or designated collection point on the regularly scheduled trash collection day.

For more information, contact Waste Management at 800.266.7551 or Valley Vista Services at 800.442.6454.

Did You Know?

did-you-knowHealthy New Year’s Resolutions to Boost Your Immunity 

By StatePoint

This New Year, one important resolution is to focus on supporting a strong immune system for a happy and healthy 2017. “Building a strong immune system can improve and even extend your life,” says Larry Robinson, PhD, and vice president of Scientific Affairs, Embria Health Sciences, a manufacturer of natural, science-based ingredients that support wellness and vitality. For a healthier year, Robinson and the experts at Embria are encouraging people to toast to these great health and wellness tips.

Be Social. It’s easy to hole-up during these cold winter days, but it’s not very good for your health or immune system. Research shows that people that have more human interactions are better at combating cold weather challenges. So make sure to chat with your coworkers during the day and make plans with your friends after work. Not only will this boost your immunity, but social activities may also help reduce stress and depression.

Supplement. While a well-balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can support good health, getting the proper vitamins and nutrients in sufficient quantities every day can prove challenging.

Consider resolving to offer your immune system targeted support with a supplement designed to boost healthy immune function. One of the best immune strengthening ingredients is EpiCor fermentate, which has been clinically shown to support the body’s ability to initiate the proper immune response when needed, support rapid immune response and maintain healthy immune function. You can find EpiCor in many popular and trusted supplement brands.

Rest and Relaxation. Rest and relaxation can go a long way toward supporting good health. Ongoing sleep deficiency is linked to a number of major health problems and can impair the way your immune system responds, according to the National Institutes of Health. What’s more, too much stress can compromise immune response. So whether it’s spending time with friends, going to yoga class or taking a bath, make sure your schedule includes time for both sleep and for stress-reducing activities.

Improve your health from the inside out this New Year. By focusing on boosting your immunity as a goal, you will naturally adopt healthy habits.

 

 

Love Skywriting Stamp Reveal At Chino Airport

By Tiana Goegebuerus-stamp

On January 7th, 2017, the United States Postal Service will debut their new postage stamp “Love Skywriting” at the Chino Airport. According to USPS.com, the stamp is not just meant for romantic correspondence, but for friends, family members, or anyone else you love. The new stamp’s description is: “The stamp art depicts the word “Love” written in white cursive script against a blue sky studded with wispy clouds. The edges of the letters are just beginning to blur into the surrounding sky. Underlining the word is a decorative swirl of smoke that emphasizes the message. A small, stylized plane, dwarfed by the giant letters, completes the end of the swirl, with smoke trailing from its tail.” The stamp was designed by Louise Fili, illustrated by Jessica Hische, and directed by Derry Noyes.

Open to the public, the reveal will take place at 10 a.m. at the Planes of Fame Museum, followed by a series of events and activities. According to the Chino Airport website, the events will feature the Curtiss P-40N Warhawk, which will be on display and perform a flight demonstration, a speaker panel of aviation experts and historians, followed by a question & answer period.

The stamp celebrates the history of skywriting as a form of art and expression, so the location of the reveal serves to showcase both aspects and provides an opportunity to see them in action.

 

Recent Recalls

Staff Reports 

  1. Herrs Foods Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of some chipotle-flavored potato chips due to possible salmonella contamination. The recall covers Herr’s smoked chipotle-flavored kettle cooked potato chips and Peddler’s Pantry smoke-dried chipotle-flavored kettle cooked potato chips.
  1. King Meat Services, Inc., a Vernon, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 50,991 pounds of beef products due to misbranding.
  1. Continental Tire the Americas, LLC is recalling certain Crosscontact LX20 tires, size P275/55R20 111S, manufactured May 3, 2015, to May 9, 2015. The tires, sold as replacement tires as well as original equipment on certain General Motors full size trucks and SUVs, may have insufficient adhesion within the belt package, resulting in tread wear, vibration, noise, or bulging areas on the tire.
  1. Kia Motors America is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, ” Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
  1. Qbit strollers– A gap in the stroller’s folding side hinge can pinch a caregiver’s hand during unfolding, posing a laceration hazard. In addition, the stroller can fold unexpectedly during use, posing an injury and fall hazard to the caregiver and child. recall-stroller-pic

 

Sheriff Station Commanders Promoted

Courtesy City of Eastvale

Sheriff Stan Sniff has appointed 2 new Chief Deputies on December 22, 2016, to fill existing vacancies created by recent retirements within the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.

Captain Cheryl Evans was appointed to Chief Deputy and will oversee Corrections Operations, which consists of jail facilities in Blythe, Indio, Banning, Temecula and Riverside. She has served in the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department for 22 years.

Chief Deputy Cheryl Evans began her law enforcement career in 1991 with the Corona Police Department, where she volunteered as a Reserve Police Officer. After joining the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, she worked in the Corrections Division assigned to the Blythe Jail, and later, patrol at the Blythe Sheriff’s Station, now known as the Colorado River Station.

In 1997, Chief Deputy Evans transferred to the Moreno Valley Station, where she worked patrol, traffic, and the Problem Oriented Policing (POP) team. In 2003, she promoted to the rank of Corporal within the Moreno Valley Station. In 2004, Chief Evans was promoted to the rank of Investigator within the Moreno Valley Station and later transferred to the Special Investigations Bureau, assigned to the Central Homicide Unit.

Chief Deputy Evans was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2005,and transferred to the Perris Station. Her assignments while at the Perris Station included supervising patrol, traffic and the field training program.

In 2009, Chief Deputy Evans promoted to the rank of Lieutenant and returned to the Moreno Valley Station where she held assignments in patrol, administration, and the detective bureau. In 2012,she transferred to the Personnel Bureau.

In 2014, Chief Deputy Evans was promoted to the rank of Captain by Sheriff Stan Sniff and assigned to the Coordinated Custody Management Unit (CCMU). In 2015, she was assigned as the commander of the Robert Presley Detention Center (RPDC) and most recently, as the commander overseeing Court Services East.

Chief Deputy Evans possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and a Master’s degree in public administration, both awarded from California State University, San Bernardino. She is also a graduate of the Sherman Block Leadership Institute(SLI).

Chief Evans lives in the city of Riverside with her husband and five-year-old son.

Captain Jason B. Horton was appointed to Chief Deputy and will oversee West Field Operations which consists of the Jurupa Valley, Moreno Valley and Perris Sheriff’s Stations, the Special Investigations Bureau (SIB), as well as the Sheriff’s Media Information Bureau (MIB). He has served in the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department for 23 years.

Jason B. Horton joined the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department in 1989 as a Reserve Deputy Sheriff assigned to the Sheriff’s Riverside Station, which is now replaced by the Jurupa Valley Station. In 1993, he was hired as a Deputy Sheriff and attended the 125th Basic Peace Officers’ Academy.

Upon academy graduation, he was assigned to the Southwest Detention Center. He later completed assignments at the Hemet, Perris and Jurupa Valley Sheriff’s Stations. While in field operations, Horton was promoted to the ranks of Senior Deputy Sheriff and Corporal and held collateral assignments as a Field Training Officer (FTO), Special Enforcement Team (SET) member, and School Resource Officer (SRO).

In 2004, Chief Deputy Horton was promoted to Sergeant and worked in the Corrections Division, and later at the Ben Clark Training Center (BCTC) and Perris Station. While in Perris, he worked on the transition of the city of Menifee becoming a sheriff’s contract city.

In 2009, Chief Deputy Horton was promoted to Lieutenant. As a Lieutenant, he held assignments at the Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility (SCF), Jurupa Valley Station, and the Special Investigations Bureau (SIB). While in Jurupa Valley, Horton worked on the transition of the cities of Eastvale and Jurupa Valley becoming sheriff’s contract cities.

Chief Deputy Horton was promoted to Captain in 2013 by Sheriff Stan Sniff and served as the Coordinated Custody Management Unit (CCMU) Commander. In April 2014, he was transferred to the Jurupa Valley Station as the commander and as chief of police for the cities Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, and Norco.

Chief Deputy Horton holds a Bachelor’s Degree from California State University San Bernardino in Criminal Justice and a Master’s Degree from the University of Redlands in Management. He is a graduate of Class 214 of the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership course (SLI). He has served as an academy instructor for 16 years, teaching topics in law, supervision and defensive tactics.

Chief Deputy Horton is the fourth generational member of his family to serve in law enforcement, which started with his great-grandfather being a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. He and his wife Jacqueline have four children and reside in Riverside.

LASD C.A.R.E.S

By Walnut/DB Sheriff’s Station
If you are feeling depressed or having psychological problems, you don’t have to feel alone. LASD C.A.R.E.S. in conjunction with the LA County Department of Mental Health would like to provide you with the following resources:
Life Threatening Emergency- Dial 9-1-1

Call 24 hours a day in case of an extreme emergency if you, your loved one and/or the public are facing an imminent threat.

Urgent Questions-call the DMH ACCESS Center (800)854-7771

If you need help with a situation that seems to be getting worse, but hasn’t turned into an emergency, call the DMH Access Center. They will discuss resources and if necessary, may send a Psychiatric Mobile Response team to your location to help evaluate the situation. However, the Response Team won’t come out right away; it may take a few hours, so if the situation changes to an emergency, dial 911 immediately.

Start a Caregiver Plan- Dial 2-1-1

211 LA County provides access to comprehensive social services and disaster support for Los Angeles County residents. They work closely with the DMH ACCESS Center on mental health resources. They can help you with questions about your loved one’s behavior such as suicidal thoughts, hallucinations or what to do when your loved one becomes gravely disabled. After a series of telephone prompts, you will speak to a live person.

Who Qualifies for a ‘5150’ Hold?

Under certain circumstances, officer can place your loved one a 5150 hold. This means a mentally ill person is held for at least 72-hours at a hospital while being evaluated. This can be done when (1) the individual presents a danger to himself or others, or (2) a person is so disabled that he or she cannot take care of daily life activities (for example, has stopped eating for days and won’t come out of the bedroom). However, this is a very difficult standard to meet. In most cases, the LASD cannot take your loved one to a hospital against his or her will.
Crisis Lines:
Suicide Prevention and Survivor Hotline (24 hours/7 days)
Calling from the Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, San Bernardino, Riverside and Imperial Counties:

  • English: 877-727-4747
  • Spanish: 888-628-9454

Calling from outside the above counties:

  • 310-391-1253

Substance Abuse Hotline:
800-564-6600
Veteran’s Services:
877-452-8387
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
800-950-NAMI (6264)
www.nami.org
Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center:
323-993-7400

Chicken Satay Skewers

CHICKEN SATAY SKEWERSrecipe-cropped

with Sriracha and Peanut Sauce

By Hello Fresh

Cooking Time: 35 min.

Servings: 2

Nutrition: 632 cal, Fat: 16 g, Sat. Fat: 4.5 g, Protein: 50 g, Carbs: 74 g, Sugar: 8 g, Sodium: 507 mg, Fiber: 5 g

Ingredients:

  • Wooden Skewers- 4
  • Garlic- 1 Clove
  • Lime- 1
  • Jasmine Rice- ¾ Cup
  • Chicken Tenders- 12 oz.
  • Coconut Milk- ¼ Cup
  • Soy Sauce- 2 tsp.
  • Justin’s Peanut Butter- 2 TBSP
  • Sesame Oil- 1 ½ tsp
  • Snow Peas- 8 oz.
  • Sriracha- 1 tsp

Preparation:

  1. Preheat and prep. Wash and dry all produce. Preheat broiler to high or oven to 500 degrees. Put skewers in a large bowl and cover with water to soak. In a small pot, bring 1½ cups water and a pinch of salt to a boil. Mince or grate garlic. Halve lime.
  2. Cook rice. Add rice to boiling water, cover, and reduce to a simmer until tender, 15-20 minutes.
  3. Make satay skewers. Toss chicken in a large bowl with TBSP coconut milk (we sent more), a big squeeze of lime juice, 1½ tsp soy sauce, half the garlic, and ½ tsp sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Thread chicken onto skewers. Place on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Broil until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  4. Make peanut sauce. In a medium bowl, stir together peanut butter, 1½ tsp sesame oil, ½ tsp soy sauce, 1 TBSP coconut milk, 2 TBSP water, ½ tsp sugar, and as much remaining garlic as you like (add a pinch and go up from there). Taste and adjust flavor with a squeeze of lime or a pinch of salt, if desired.
  5. Cook snow peas. With 5 minutes left to go on chicken, spread snow peas on top of baking sheet (you may need a second sheet) and drizzle with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Return to oven and bake until snow peas are tender and lightly crisped, 3-5 minutes.
  6. Plate. Serve satay skewers on a bed of rice with snow peas. Drizzle with peanut sauce and sriracha.

What is the Real Christmas Magic?

By Nancy Stoops

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Every time I see the look on my grandson’s face when he sees all the lights,  I feel the Christmas magic.  I feel the hope that the lights seem to bring.  That is the real Christmas magic.  Every time I wish somebody happy holidays and they light up and smile I feel the Christmas magic. We seem to be able to bring others joy a little easier this time of year.  I think this is the real Christmas magic. Every time I see somebody opening a door or displaying an act of kindness which seem to happen more this time of year I feel the real Christmas magic.

I love this time of year because people in general seem to just be kinder towards each other.  To me the definition of real Christmas magic is the love we feel this time of year towards each other.  We become the people we were destined to be when we had the honor of being put in this world. For me this is the real Christmas magic.  It’s never been about all the chasing around to find the perfect gift because in feeling and sharing the love we have the ultimate perfect gift.

I watch all the Christmas movies and the ones that really speak to me are showing the true meaning of the holidays, sharing the love.  They are about helping the less fortunate and about slowing down to spend quality time with family and friends. Take a moment and feel the Christmas magic through your entire body and soul and embrace the sense of gratitude it makes us feel. My wish for you is that you embrace the real magic of the holidays and you give yourself the gift of being who you are indented to be!!!!

This article was written by Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T.  Nancy is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.  She has a private practice in Diamond Bar and is currently accepting new clients; she is also a motivational speaker who can inspire your employees or group members.  Nancy runs free family support groups, a group on loss for seniors, and groups on how to manage anger.    For more information about any of these services feel free to contact her at (909) 229-0727.  You may e-mail Nancy at nancystoops@verizon.net. You may purchase Nancy’s books Live Heal and Grow and Midnight the Therapy Dog at Amazon.com.

 

Chino Valley Fire Visits Children’s Hospital

BY CVFDcvfd-schools

Chino Valley Fire District personnel visited children undergoing treatment at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to deliver toys and other gifts on December 22, 2016.

The second-annual toy delivery was first initiated by CVFD Junior Firefighter Vincent Dominguez, 8, after he successfully fought and beat cancer while being treated at CHLA. Fire personnel returned to CHLA with Junior Firefighter Dominguez to greet patients, offer gifts and words of encouragement.

The Chino Valley Fire Foundation provided $1,500 for firefighters to purchase several toys, art supplies, sports equipment, electronic devices and gift cards that were distributed throughout the morning.cx

The Chino Valley Fire Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting life, safety, and welfare of the public through educational programs, direct assistance, and financial support of charitable organizations, victims of tragic events, and injured firefighters.

 

 

4 Arrested after DUI Checkpoint

By City of Chinodui-police-checkpoint-sign

Chino Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Friday, December 16, 2016 between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m.

The deterrent effect of High Visibility Enforcement using both DUI checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols has proven to lower the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug impaired crashes.  Research shows that crashes involving an impaired driver can be reduced by up to 20 percent when well-publicized proactive DUI operations are conducted routinely.

DUI Checkpoints like this one are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests, affording the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driving deterrence. Locations are chosen with safety considerations for the officers and the public.

In California, this deadly crime led to 1,155 deaths and over 24,000 serious injuries in 2014 because someone failed to designate a sober driver. Over the course of the past three years officers have investigated 60 DUI collisions which have claimed 0 lives, but resulted in 79 injuries.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), checkpoints have provided the most effective documented results of any of the DUI enforcement strategies, while also yielding considerable cost savings of $6 for every $1 spent.  Ninety Percent of California drivers approve of checkpoints.

The checkpoint resulted in the following:

  • 1,092 vehicles screened
  • 4 DUI suspects arrested
  • 14 drivers cited/arrested for operating a vehicle unlicensed or while suspended/revoked
  • 9 other citations issued
  • 7 vehicles impounded/stored

Studies of California drivers have shown that 30 percent of drivers in fatal crashes had one or more drugs in their systems.  A study of active drivers showed more tested positive for drugs that may impair driving (14 percent) than did for alcohol (7.3 percent).  Of the drugs, marijuana was most prevalent, at 7.4 percent, slightly more than alcohol. Everyone should be mindful that if you’re taking medication – whether prescription or over-the-counter – drinking even small amounts of alcohol can greatly intensify the impairment affects.

Drivers are encouraged to download the Designated Driver VIP, or “DDVIP,” free mobile app for Android or iPhone.  The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and restaurants that feature free incentives for the designated sober driver, from free non-alcoholic drinks to free appetizers and more.  The feature-packed app even has social media tie-ins and even a tab for the non-DD to call Uber, Lyft or Curb.

Drivers caught driving impaired can expect the impact of a DUI arrest to include jail time, fines, fees, DUI classes, license suspensions and other expenses that can exceed $10,000 not to mention the embarrassment when friends and family find out.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to Chino Police Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to ‘Report Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1’.

A Simple Solution

By Mark Hopper

Pastor Mark Hopper

Pastor Mark Hopper

My son owns a newer Honda Accord.  Over the past few years, the plastic shield that is under the radiator and the front of the car came loose and began to hang down from the car.

I noticed it was hanging down but didn’t know what to do about it.  I was sure it would be expensive to have it repaired at the car dealer.

As more time passed, the plastic guard hung further down from the car until it began to drag on the street.  Sometimes I would hear it scrap on the ground as he pulled in and out of the driveway at our house.

Finally he asked me if I could help him fix this problem. I got down on the pavement and slid under the car.  I noticed that some of the plastic fasteners that held up the shield were missing.

I drove his car to a local auto parts store and asked for their help.  They suggested that I remove one of the remaining fasteners so we would know what kind to purchase.

I was amazed to see how many different fasteners they had available, but we finally found some that matched the one I had removed from his car.

With the new fasteners in hand, I drove back to our house and used them to repair the plastic shield. They fastened it securely to the car frame.  The under-shield was properly restored and the problem was solved!

I was surprised that the solution was that simple.  I expected it would be difficult and expensive.  But it was relatively simple and inexpensive.

I wonder if you have put off dealing with a problem because you thought is would be too difficult or too expensive?  Maybe you have a dripping faucet or a broken sprinkler.  Maybe you have a strained or broken relationship that needs to be mended.

Let me encourage you to not put off dealing with a problem or difficult situation.  Don’t assume it will be to difficult or too expensive to fix.  Take the first step.  Give it a try.  It may be easier and cheaper than you think!

 

Mid-Year Motivation for Students and Educators

By StatePointschools194d8f72

The school year can seem long for students and educators alike. However, a mid-year infusion of new technology and tools can provide just the motivation needed to ace the rest of the year.

Here are several tools and technologies that can pave the way to better, more enthusiastic learning at home and in the classroom.

Social Media

Teachers are increasingly communicating with students and parents over social media, whether it is tweeting updates about today’s lesson or field trip or using Pinterest to share ideas and student work.

Seventy-one percent of teens use more than one social media site already, according to recent Pew research. However getting comfortable using these tools in a more formal capacity can have real world implications for students, as more industries and professions require social media proficiency.

Making Music

Students and teachers of music know the varied benefits of a high-quality arts education. Learning music can help develop math and pattern recognition skills, increase coordination and foster left brain development, according to the National Association for Music Education. Be sure your tools of the trade are up to the task. For students learning to play a keyboard, be sure their instrument features the same sound quality as a traditional piano, but with the additional benefits a higher-tech option brings.

For example, the Privia PX-160 from Casio, an 88-key digital piano that boasts the sound of a 9-foot concert grand, features left and right audio outputs, making it easy to connect to other devices for external amplification or recording purposes. Additional features include dual headphone jacks, 18 authentic piano tones, duet mode, a USB port and a two-track recorder. Whether you are outfitting a home or a classroom with musical instruments, additional information can be found at CasioMusicGear.com.

Noise Canceling Headphones

Peace and quiet are not always available during crunch time, particularly for students with many siblings, or college students living in a dorm room. Help scholars achieve greater serenity with a good set of noise canceling headphones that don’t compromise the quality of the audio.

Classroom Revamp

Many schools are looking to go green and save some money while upgrading technology. By combining a laser and LED light source, Casio’s LampFree projectors are a unique, high-brightness, mercury-free tool that uses half the amount of power per unit than its traditional lamp-based counterparts. They save educators time and money because they require minimal maintenance and eliminate the cost of replacement lamps, as they have a 20,000 hour lifespan.

The XJ-F210WN model features Intelligent Light Control, which senses ambient light in the room and automatically adjusts the projection brightness accordingly. This can be particularly beneficial to teachers, who may be using their projectors in classrooms with a lot of natural sunlight.

You can help make the school year feel new again with educational tools that revamp learning.

 

 

History 101

Sooners win 30th game in a row

By History.com

This day, On January 2, 1956, Oklahoma University’s champion football team, the Sooners, defeat Maryland 20-6 in the Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida, winning the national championship and scoring their 30th straight victory in the middle of a winning streak that went on to stretch to 47 games.

Behind Coach Bud Wilkinson, the Sooners had lost the opening game of the 1953 season to Notre Dame and tied Pittsburgh the next week; since then, they had gone undefeated. The game on January 2, 1956, was a rematch of the 1954 Orange Bowl, when Maryland had been ranked first and OU fourth. During that game, the Terrapins twice had a first down with the ball inside the 10-yard line only to be shut down by the Sooner defense. The Sooners won 7-0 with the game’s single touchdown, scored by tailback Larry Grigg in the second period.

In 1956, OU came into the Orange Bowl as the defending national champions, with the No. 1 ranking in the country and a 10-0 regular season record. Maryland was ranked third, with only one regular-season loss. Trailing 6-0 at halftime, the Sooners kicked in their offense in the second half, scoring three times and posting a second Orange Bowl win and a second straight national championship.

The Sooners’ historic winning streak didn’t come to an end until November 1957, when they lost to Notre Dame 7-0. In addition to their two national titles, in 1955 and 1956, they won or shared 14 straight conference titles from 1946 to 1959, all but the first year under Wilkinson. Their record of 47 straight wins over three years still stands, as of the end of the 2006 season.

Ontario Man Arrested For Robbery

By SBSD

On December 21, 2016, at approximately 1:00 pm, deputies from the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery at 8880 Archibald Avenue. Preliminary information obtained at the scene indicated the suspect left on foot and was in possession of a handgun. For an abundance of caution, Rancho Middle School, Cucamonga Elementary, and Bear Gulch Elementary were placed on school lockdowns until deputies rendered the surrounding area safe.

Through evidence gathered at the scene, detectives were able to identify the suspect as Cristopher Seagraves. On December 22, 2016, at approximately 1:00 pm, detectives contacted Seagraves at his residence in Ontario. Seagraves was taken into custody without incident. Detectives obtained a search warrant for Seagraves’ residence and located evidence connecting him to the armed robbery.

Seagraves was arrested and booked into the West Valley Detention Center for armed robbery, and his bail was set at $100,000. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department at (909) 477-2800.Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463), or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com

 

OurWeeklyNews.com Complete Edition 12.31.16

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: 2016-dec-31-weekly

Ask Clark’s

 “I have noticed that lots of foods say low cholesterol. What is cholesterol and why is this important? And should I only eat low cholesterol foods?” "ask clarks" header

-A question from Vivian of Corona

Cholesterol is a natural substance manufactured in the body and consumed in foods. As you might already know, blood cholesterol is typically monitored by your doctor during regular visits. The process of monitoring your cholesterol is done through blood testing. There are different types of cholesterol. The most commonly talked about are LDL (low-density lipids) and HDL (high density lipids). Why are these so important? Cholesterol levels, when elevated and out of balance are considered a warning sign of cardiovascular disease. Typically a good blood value level is considered to be 200 or less for total cholesterol. The LDL cholesterol is considered to the ‘bad’ guy, while HDL cholesterol is considered to be the ‘good’ guy. LDL and HDL cholesterol is manufactured in your body for various reasons. These include hormone production, lipid (fat) transport, cell membrane, vitamin D production and many other reasons. LDL cholesterol is a carrier of fats to cells but can, under certain conditions, deposit fat into arteries causing plaque buildup. Elevated LDL cholesterol is also strongly linked to cardiovascular disease. Certain foods elevate LDL cholesterol including trans-fats, saturated fats and cholesterol to a lesser extent. The most dominant in this area is trans fats (found in baked goods like cakes, cookies, doughnuts, and hydrogenated margarines and oils), and saturated foods (typically animal foods including eggs, meats and milk). Some saturated fats (such as coconut and palm oils) have a much lower effect on blood cholesterol and cholesterol levels overall. The amount of cholesterol recommended to be consumed daily is 300mg. Saturated fat total is suggested to be10% of total calories so a 2000 calorie diet would have 20 grams total. So what is a low cholesterol food product?  A low cholesterol food contains 20 milligrams or less per serving of cholesterol while having 2 grams or less of saturated/trans fats. Cholesterol free foods have less than 2 milligrams of cholesterol and 2 grams or less of saturated/trans fats. Less cholesterol foods have 25% or less cholesterol and 2 grams or less saturated/ trans fats total than the comparison food(s) (ie cookies with ‘Less Cholesterol’ compared to another product that has higher cholesterol). Also, please remember that including healthy fats in your diet helps in the equation of balanced HDL/LDL cholesterol. Good heart healthy fats include monounsaturated fats from avocadoes, flaxseeds, olive and peanut oils. Omega 3 fats are beneficial in helping to maintain good HDL cholesterol balance. These fats are found in fish (mackerel, salmon and sardines being most abundant), flaxseed, canola oil and walnuts being a good starting place. Omega three fats help to lower triglycerides (linked to high LDL), while having many heart protective factors as well. Fat balance is the biggest thing to remember for your diet. Foods that have fats are needed and are essential but having an abundance of bad fats including too much cholesterol is where problems can start.

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References

  1. http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/Cholesterol/AboutCholesterol/About-Cholesterol_UCM_001220_Article.jsp#.V7w8OpgrLIU
  2. Whitney, Understanding Normal and Clinical Nutrition, Wadsworth Cengage Learning, Belmount CA. 2012 pg. 57, 151-3
  3. Murray N.D., The Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine third ed., Atria New York, NY. 2012. Pg. 680-

 

 

Street Art

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 By Julia Rohrabaugh

Children are taught graffiti is vandalism. The beauties of graffiti and the possibility for it to be an encouraging tool is washed out by its more common occurrences of destruction. Exploring new places, specifically the urban scene, awakens people to the power of street art. When they’re taking a morning commute every day on the bus in downtown LA, staring listlessly outside the window, bored and unexcited about heading to work. The urban landscape seems barren at times, when the stores are closed and gated, and people are tucked away in their job offices or home nooks. However, in this monochromatic scene with dull paint chipping away at the curbs, cars parked on the street and in between, there is a painted box on the corner of somewhere and 6th street. There is a white face on the side with sunglasses on, and when the bus stops at a red light just close enough, the rider can read: “Thieve the world; dispense only the good,” signed by Megzany.

This quote seen by probably thousands of people every day, causing hundreds to ponder the meaning, tens to tell their friends about it, and changes maybe one. Influencing people every day, or maybe only every week, nevertheless with words on a utility box. How come this isn’t what children are taught?