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Traditional Chinese Cuisine On The Menu At Mandarin Taste

Staff Reports  

Mandarin Taste Restuarant

Mandarin Taste is located at 23391 E. Golden Springs Drive, in Diamond Bar. For reservations, call (909) 861-1819. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Diamond Bar – If you are looking for a wonderful meal, look no farther than Diamond Bar’s most authentic Chinese restaurant, Mandarin Taste. For over 32 years, Mandarin Taste has brought quality service and traditional Chinese cuisine to the Diamond Bar community.

The restaurant has thrived because of the many mouth-watering dishes it serves and the family-friendly atmosphere that keeps people coming back for more. Skip slaving over the stove all day, or cooking after a long day at the office. Mandarin Taste hopes to make every day less stressful and more enjoyable for you while you feast and share memories with your loved ones.

They have added freshly made items to their menu; snow crab legs, California rolls, and Sushi rolls. From Peking duck and Hunan lamb to customer-favorites pork fried rice, wonton soup and orange-flavored chicken, guests will definitely feel lucky getting their grub on at Mandarin Taste. There’s an abundance of tasty food options to satisfy every palate.

The restaurant’s owners and staff want everyone who comes to their establishment to relax and enjoy themselves over the delectable food.

“We’re like a family restaurant,” said restaurant manager Chi Young, when describing the feeling that customers get when visiting the long-lasting eatery.

“People are always smiling [here],” said Young.

The restaurant holds a very popular champagne brunch on Sundays.  The champagne is all-you-can-drink and freshly made California rolls and Ginger lobster that is made by a Japanese master chef, have been added to the menu.  All-you-can-eat buffets are available as well.

Mandarin Taste also serves traditional and specialty cocktails. Join them during Happy Hour, held Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. If customers can’t come in to enjoy the pleasant ambience, they have the option to order food for carryout. Share the love and give your family and friends Mandarin Taste gift certificates, available year round!

For more information, please call (909) 861-1819, or just stop by their location at 23391 E. Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar.

 

Families Rally for District of Choice

Walnut Valley Unified School District

By Kelli Gile, Office of Community Resources

WALNUT, CA- Nearly a thousand students, parents, and school officials joined voices on August 27, in protest of a surprising unilateral decision which jeopardizes the future of the District of Choice (DOC) program.

A rally held at Maple Hill Park in Diamond Bar was organized by Walnut Valley Unified School District (WVUSD) parents with the purpose of sending a clear message to legislators.

Wearing yellow shirts, the crowd of rally-goers chanted “Walnut Valley is our choice – let our students have a voice!”

Additionally, families and officials from other DOC districts, including Oak Park, Glendora, and West Covina attended the event.

“We’re all united for one cause,” said DOC parent Sam Castorena. “This is a California issue affecting nearly 10,000 students in 47 districts, and we all have the same question – why?”

“We were blindsided.”

District of Choice allows California parents to transfer their children to a participating school district without a transfer agreement. The school choice program has been in existence for 22 years.

A bill to extend the program was killed in the Assembly Appropriations Committee on August 12, just three days before the new school year began.

“It’s really a shame that this is a situation of personal politics rather than facts and policy,” said WVUSD Superintendent Dr. Robert Taylor.

“And the kids are definitely the losers.”

In the past two weeks, angered parents contacted legislators in support of DOC with thousands of phone calls, emails, and letters.  To date, a “Let Parents Have a Choice in Their Children’s Education” petition on Change.org has collected over 4,500 signatures.

“We all have one thing in common – the choice. We’re all fighting for our kids,” Castorena said.

Without an extension, DOC students will be sent back to their home district at the end of this school year.

“We are parents who care and want the right to choose,” urged DOC parent Teruni Evans.

About 3,600 WVUSD students secure enrollment through the District of Choice.

DOC students are immersed in every classroom and program on all 15 campuses. They are part of the fabric of the Walnut Valley family.

If Walnut Valley loses DOC, it would cost $29 million in funding, which equates to more than 300 employees potentially losing their jobs, closing a quarter of our schools, and cutting programs, Dr. Taylor said.

Over a year ago, legislators asked for an unbiased non-partisan study on DOC to create a better way of guiding the program.

“It was recommended that we extend the DOC program because it’s good for all kids. We have two decades of success stories demonstrating how this program has benefitted all kids,” Dr. Taylor added.

During the rally, several Walnut Valley students helped lead the charge in support of DOC.

“If DOC ends, that means cuts to many of the programs that have made these schools so great. That is unacceptable!” said Diamond Bar High School junior Nick Lucero. “It may mean the cut of the performing arts program that has transformed me into the person that I am today.”

“My parents had enough of me being mistreated at my previous district and decided to give me the gift of DOC,” added freshman Diego Santos. “Since coming to WVUSD, life as a student has been awesome. We should never be forced away from our schools, dreams, goals, and friends.”

“I fear that the future students of Walnut Valley will not receive the same amazing opportunities that I have today,” said Walnut High School sophomore Ethan Lee. “Students have the right to seek an education that offers a variety of choices. Today we stand together and hope that this bill will be passed. Sign the petition, call legislators, do what you can!”

A school choice bill, AB 1432, was written by Senator Bob Huff to reauthorize the program that is scheduled to sunset at the end of this school year.

It was approved unanimously in three Senate committees and the Assembly Education Committee, and by a 38-1 vote on the Senate floor, but then was stalemated by Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, chair of the Assembly Appropriations Committee.

“We never saw that coming,” said Huff who is a longtime champion of the DOC program.

“The amended bill, AB 1771, will be a slow death for DOC because current students will only be able to finish the school they’re at, but not be able to matriculate to middle or high school. It also means other members of the family wouldn’t be able to come in,” Huff said.

Huff and Assemblywoman Ling Ling Chang are now working with DOC superintendents to craft a new bill for the next legislative session.

“We’re working day and night in Sacramento to build a bipartisan coalition to make sure they have a bill vehicle to extend the program as long as possible,” Chang said.

“We’re doing everything we can to save DOC.”

In Walnut Valley, the end of DOC would impact every child, family, staff member, and teacher in the district, according to parent Lily Eibert.

“Walnut Valley is the centerpiece of our community – and someone is messing with our award-winning nationally-ranked schools. I think this particular Assemblywoman underestimated the power of our community and the extent that we will go to make sure that we have a voice and a choice in our kids’ education!”

Being Back In School

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

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

By Nancy Stoops

I work with so many young people that have recently started school again.  They are all feeling a lot of stress due to the transition from summer to school.  The homework is coming at what seems to be a rapid pace. It’s important for these students to take one day at a time and to not overwhelm themselves.  Going back to school after summer break has been hard on every generation.  It’s important for these students to be well organized with a good notebook and a separate folder for each subject.  It’s a good idea for them to have a folder for work and papers that need to come home and another for what needs to be turned in or go back with them.  A place for pens and other necessary supplies is essential.

I find so many students really struggle with time management and are starting homework much too late in the evening after they have already been up for ten to twelve hours.  It’s ideal for a student to come home and have a good snack and start their homework about thirty minutes after they have arrived home.  I think if they can get their homework out of the way they might actually have part of an evening to relax and renew to prepare the right mindset for the next day.  It’s hard to a successful anything if one is running on fumes. Another important essential is a designated place to study.

Learning is really a lifelong event and it’s important to help somebody be an effective learner.  Being organized, not becoming over whelmed, learning effective time management and having an environment conducive to learning can make a huge difference.  As parents it is our job to help our children with these things so they can be successful lifetime learners!

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.

 

Caramelized-Pineapple Burgers

with Monterey Jack Cheese and Red Cabbage Slaw

By Hello Fresh Recipe-WEB

Did you know that pineapple is a traditional symbol of hospitality? If that’s not an excuse to share our Hawaiian inspired dish with loved ones, we don’t know what is. This tropical gem adds a hint of sweetness, and the slaw adds a welcome crunch. Together, the combination is unbeatable.

Cooking Time: 30 min.

Servings: 2

Nutrition: Calories: 769 cal, Fat: 38g, Sat. Fat: 12 g, Protein: 38g, Carbs: 68 g, Sugar: 23 g, Sodium: 650 mg, Fiber: 7 g

Ingredients:

  • Ground Beef- 10 oz.
  • Brioche Buns- 2
  • Pineapple- 4 oz.
  • Monterey Jack Cheese- ¼ cup
  • Red Onion- 1
  • Red Cabbage- 4 oz.
  • Carrot- 1
  • Mayonnaise- 2T
  • White Wine Vinegar- 1T
  • Chives- ¼ oz.
  • Sugar- 1t
  • Oil- 2t

Preparation:

  1. Prep: Wash and dry all produce. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Halve, peel, and finely dice half the onion. Drain and finely chop the pineapple. Finely chop the chives. Peel the carrot, then grate it with a box grater.
  2. Make the pineapple relish: Heat a drizzle of oil in a large ovenproof pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion. Cook, tossing, for 2-3 minutes, until softened. Add the pineapple. Cook, tossing, for 2-3 minutes, until lightly caramelized and at a jelly-like consistency, adding 1 Tablespoon of water if necessary. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the pan and set aside in a large bowl. Rinse out any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  3. Make the slaw: Meanwhile, toss the cabbage in a medium bowl with the chives, carrot, 1½ Tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 Tablespoon white wine vinegar, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Form the patties: Form the ground beef into two equal-sized patties. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook the patties: Heat a drizzle of oil in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add the patties to the pan. Cook 2-5 minutes per side, until cooked to desired doneness (2 for rare and 5 for well done). Top each patty with Monterey Jack cheese, covering the pan to allow it to melt. Meanwhile, split the buns and place in the oven to toast 3-5 minutes.
  6. Assemble and serve: Thinly slice the remaining onion. Spread the buns with the remaining mayonnaise and top with a burger, carmelized-pineapple relish, and a few slices of onion (if desired). Serve alongside the red cabbage slaw and enjoy!

Chino Resident at Illegal Marijuana Site

Staff Reports  marijuana-illegal-WEB

San Bernardino- On August 23, Chino resident, Derek Michael Katata was arrested while a search warrant was served by the Investigators from the Sheriff’s Marijuana Enforcement Team by deputies from the Highland Police Station in the 25470 E. Baseline Street area.

Through investigation, the Enforcement Team found evidence of the location being used to sell, distribute, and produce marijuana and other goods. Katata was present at the location while the warrant was being served and investigators found; over 10 pounds of processed marijuana, Concentrated Cannabis (THC Wax and THC Oil), marijuana edibles, and a large amount of cash was also seized.

The City of Highland’s Code Enforcement Division was present and inspected the property to find several more violations. The tenants/owner(s) of the property may be issued a citation for the violations and ultimately fined if the violations are not corrected. However, they may also face civil and/or criminal charges that would filed at a later date.

According to the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department, “The investigation is ongoing. Investigators are in the process of identifying other suspects in this case and are in the process of contacting them. The illegal marijuana dispensary was discovered several weeks ago by investigators. A preliminary check into the business shows there were no licenses or permits issued by the city. Additionally, the evidence gathered during the investigation suggests the suspects in charge or working at the location were not I compliance with California medical marijuana laws and local ordinances. The City of Highland has an ordinance prohibiting medical marijuana dispensaries, mobile marijuana dispensaries, delivery services, and cultivation of marijuana within the city limits.”

Once the investigation is done, all suspects who were involved will be charged with Sales of Marijuana. As well as the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office will be reviewing the case to possibly file any criminal charges against the suspects involved. As a result, Derek Katata had his bail set at $50,000 and was booked at the Central Detention Center for Sales of Marijuana and additional charges may be added at a later time.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation, you are urged to contact the Sheriff’s Gangs/Narcotics Division at (909) 890-4840. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or also you may leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com

 

 

History 101

Outlaw Jesse James is born in Missouri

By History.com   Jesse-James-WEB

Seen by some as a vicious murderer and by others as a gallant Robin Hood, the famous outlaw Jesse Woodson James is born on this day, September 5 in 1847, in Clay County, Missouri.

Jesse and his older brother Franklin lost their father in 1849, when the Reverend Robert James abandoned his young family and disappeared forever into the California gold fields. Their mother, Zerelda, quickly remarried, but rumor had it that their new stepfather treated Jesse and Frank poorly, and a third husband soon followed. Perhaps it was a violent and unstable family life that led the young Jesse and Frank into lives of crime. Regardless, it is certain that the brothers first learned to kill during the Civil War. As Confederate sympathizers, both Jesse and Frank joined William Quantrill’s vicious Missouri guerilla force, and Jesse participated in the cold-blooded murder of 25 unarmed Union soldiers in August 1863.

When the war ended, neither man felt any enthusiasm for the drab life of a Missouri farmer-earning a living with their guns seemed easier and more exciting. Joining a motley band of ex-soldiers and common thieves, Jesse and Frank staged the first daylight bank robbery in U.S. history on Valentine’s Day in 1866, making off with $57,000 of the hard-earned cash of the citizens of Liberty, Missouri. For the next decade the James Gang would steal many thousands more from banks, stores, stagecoaches, and trains.

The boldness of their crimes and the growing resentment among westerners of big railroads and robber barons led some to romanticize Jesse and Frank, a process that was encouraged by the authors of popular dime novels who created largely fictional versions of the James brothers as modern-day Robin Hoods who stole from the rich to give to the poor. In reality, the James brothers’ crimes preyed as much on the common folks as on the very rich, and they did little to spare the lives of innocents caught in the crossfire. The Robin Hood myth conveniently ignores the little girl shot in the leg during a botched robbery at the Kansas City Fair, the train engineer killed when the James Gang derailed his locomotive, or the dozens of other innocent bystanders murdered or maimed by Jesse, Frank, or their gang. Nonetheless, the myth that Jesse James was a good-hearted hero of the common folk remains popular to this day. Robert Ford shot James in the back of the head– killing him on April

She makes math fun

When Chino High math teacher Diane Murillo initially met with her

Chino High math teacher Diane Murillo (at podium) talks about her Advanced Placement Calculus BC students at the Aug. 18 Board of Education meeting in Chino. Some of her students are standing behind her.

Chino High math teacher Diane Murillo (at podium) talks about her Advanced Placement Calculus BC students at the Aug. 18 Board of Education meeting in Chino. Some of her students are standing behind her.

Advanced Placement Calculus BC students, she remarked how great it would be if every one of them passed the test that could give them college credit or advanced placement. And they did.

All 22 passed the test, and 19 of those received a score of 5, the highest that can be achieved.

Murillo and several of her students — now headed to college — were honored by the Chino Valley Unified School District Board of Education at its Aug. 18 meeting in Chino.

One of Murillo’s students said he liked the class so much, he wished he could have had a second consecutive period of it.

Another student said Murillo made calculators fun.

 

Superintendent Wayne Joseph, who worked with Murillo when he was a principal at Chino High, said she always told her students that failure wasn’t an option in her class.

Murillo is married to Joe Murillo, who retired in 2008 from Chino High where he taught biology and coached girls’ basketball.

Where Are You From?

mark-hopper-color-2x2By Pastor Mark Hopper

A few months ago, my wife’s sister and her husband invited us to go with them on a cruise to southern Alaska.  Although our 45th wedding anniversary was in June, we delayed our celebration until our cruise in August.

We enjoyed our Alaska adventure and saw many wonderful sights.  The Inland Passage is lined with beautiful forests that come right down to the water’s edge.  We saw whales, dolphins and Bald Eagles.  We also saw a glacier that flowed out of the mountains right down to the sea.  It was a remarkable sight!

In addition to all of the sightseeing and shopping, we also met passengers from all over the world.  Most of the people we met were from the United States but there were also a few from Europe, Asia and Latin America.

Every time we got on an elevator or stood in a line, I would ask people “Where are you from”?  Most people were quick to reply.  I was surprised at how many were from Florida.  I thought they already had a lot of cruise ships in Florida but people reminded me that they don’t have glaciers and icebergs there!

We also met a lot of passengers who were from California, including one couple who lived just down the road in Yorba Linda.

The biggest surprise was when we met a woman and her family who used to attend our church in Diamond Bar!  I didn’t recognize her at first but when she told us her name I knew exactly who she was.

What are the odds of meeting someone you know in an elevator on a cruise ship that was sailing to Alaska? What is the likelihood of meeting someone who knows you on a ship filled with 2,500 passengers?

We certainly enjoyed our cruise to Alaska and we enjoyed seeing so many amazing things.  But, we also enjoyed meeting so many interesting people from all over the world!

Let me encourage you to take time to greet people you meet on your next trip or vacation.  You may be surprised at who you meet.  They will be glad you did.

 

Pastor Mark Hopper is from the Evangelical Free Church of Diamond Bar, 3255 South Diamond Bar Blvd.  Sunday services are 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.  For more information, call (909) 594-7604 or visit Efreedb.org.

Pokémon No Go for Sex Offenders

Staff Reports  No-Pokemon-Go

Walnut – Assemblywoman Ling Ling Chang of Diamond Bar announced earlier this month that she plans to push legislation to prohibit sex offenders from using the game Pokémon Go in California. To prohibit a sex offender from being able to lure minors into their location because of how easy it can be to use geo-location games to abuse children.

A press release by contact person Chris Wangsaporn has him stating, “I am Pokémon Go’s biggest fan- that’s no secret, but as someone who uses the game you can see how easy it is for criminals and predators to attract people to certain locations and many of those players are minors.”

Also stated in his release, “Pokémon players have fallen victim to criminals in a number of ways in the one month the game has been released in the US. For example, armed robbers have been known to bait victims using the game’s features that allow players to lure others hoping to ‘catch’ more Pokémon characters. Meanwhile law enforcement has expressed concerns that sexual predators could use the game in a similar way. Reporters in California have found that the game can bring players within feet of the residences of sex offenders.”

Chang also stated, “Before new games are released and they grow even more popular, it’s critical we establish protections for kids.”

The proposal will be to prohibit sex offenders from using interactive video games like Pokémon Go in an effort to prey on children. The deadline to send the bill to the governor for consideration is August 31.

 

 

Lost Love

By Michael Armijo

I stood there in the courtyard, and waited.  Her little eyes, her bright smile, her warm hugs…I was waiting for them all.  It would be just a few minutes before that bell would ring, it would be just a few minutes before my little love of life would run out smiling, wrapping her arms around me proclaiming, “Daddy, I love you.”

The bell rang and I stood there.  I watched; I waited.  I sought her out, but she didn’t show.  Hundreds of kids ran by and I made eye contact with each and every one of them.  There wasn’t a chance that she would’ve gotten by me.  My mind knew what she looked like, what she resembled, and all her characteristics.  I was like a machine, scanning the crowd, like a robot with a mission.  I was waiting for someone who made my life complete, who I had given my heart to, who I trusted with my feelings, my spirit, my life.

After most of the children passed me by, I felt a sensation of panic.  I felt a sense of fear.  I was afraid that I had lost one of the only people in life that I knew loved me, unconditionally, and now, who would be there in the end?

When I felt that panic, when I felt the fear of losing someone I really loved, I wondered why. Why did I feel so fearful?  Why was I so afraid?  Why did I feel such a sense of panic?  And then I remembered what had happened.

I remembered my mother, my father, my family.  I remembered how much they loved me, how they took care of me.  I remembered giving my 8-year old heart to those who I thought I could trust.  And then I remembered how one day my life changed.  I still don’t recall how, and I still can’t understand why, but for some strange reason, when I was growing up my life was filled with love and joy, and then one day it was all taken away.  All that I knew as a child, all that I trusted, was ripped from my heart, and then ripped from my soul.  And no one explained why.

After the inconsistency of that environment, I found new love from girlfriends in high school.  And then they too, like my family, left me, and took parts of my heart with them.  I remember, at 16 years of age, standing in the aisle of Sav-on, stocking shelves, while tears poured from my eyes.  I was hurt, I was devastated, and I was alone. Again, someone whom I had given my heart to had taken away a piece of my inner self.  And again, they left without a word.

It took so long for me to love again, to fully trust people, but somehow I did. I began to give my heart, or what was left of it, to others whom I felt I could trust.  I slowly began to rebuild my life, or so I thought.

The way I felt that day so many years ago when I couldn’t find my daughter, when that sleeping giant of fear woke up and looked around – I remembered the pain, and the sorrow and I remembered how much love hurt.  I guess that when I waited for her, those feelings of abandonment returned, and I was afraid of losing yet another love in my life.  I didn’t have much heart left to lose; I couldn’t stand to go through what I had experienced so many times, and so many years ago.  But I faced those demons of fear and abandonment and grew from my pain.  I simply refused to let my past interfere with my future.  I had worked too hard to let irresponsible acts of yesterday interfere with what I had built for today. That day, I found my daughter, and I faced my fears.

As each day passes, I thank God for the opportunity to feel feelings and emotions that some people will never feel.  I thank God for being able to enjoy my life with a smile and a hug.  More importantly, I thank God for allowing me to understand that someday I may lose the ones I love, but not to fear, because today is the day I will enjoy their presence, their love, and their joy.  And when they’re gone, I will still make wonderful memories, so that I can remember that God has given me a beautiful place in my soul – free from past pain, free from fear and abandonment, and free from lost love.

 

Ask Clark’s

"ask clarks" headerAshley from Grand Terrace asks Clark’s:

 “What is the value of growth hormones and do they have any side effects?”

Growth hormones (also known as HGH) have become very popular in the last few years. There are many clinics that offer growth hormone injections as an anti aging solution. I think it is important to understand a few things about HGH as we are answering your questions. HGH is secreted by the pituitary gland (just below the brain) into the blood stream, and like all hormones has a direct effect on cells that respond to it. HGH has direct and indirect effects in many areas of the body including growth of tissue and adaptation to stress while having impact on aging, nutritional status, sleep and reproductive hormones. HGH’s effect on tissue synthesis is accomplished by its ability to form IGF (Insulin Growth Factor) in the liver which directly effects tissue growth. The activation of tissue growth from IGF can have favorable effects, but also can have unfavorable effects regarding cancer growth.  As we age, the decline of HGH is steadily increasing abdominal and general body fat, increasing loss of muscle mass while having an effect on reproductive system and cognitive decline. Growth Hormone injections are now produced synthetically, and are occasionally needed in children that don’t produce enough HGH or may have genetic diseases that cause deficiencies. A study done in the 1990’s and published in New England Medical Journal (Dr. Rudman) reported with adult deficient HGH, improved areas of muscular development, bone mass, immunity, lowered body fat, lowered cholesterol as well as other positive benefits were attributed to HGH use. Remember there were negative complications in some situations as well. The point is that the FDA allowed for injections to be used for aging as a disease, and HGH as prevention and possible reversal of some symptoms of aging. Many doctors and clinics sprang up in areas (such as L.A. and Palm Springs) and regulated hormone use and administration making HGH use popular today. Some authorities suggest that the more feeble and frail, possible disease states, would be the best benefited with HGH. While most authorities agree if one is able to work out (weight lifting is optimal), nourish with proper nutrition (especially protein) and repair easily the use of HGH is not needed.  Many supplements have been shown to improve the body’s ability to release its own HGH, but a lot of these studies are inconsistent and inconclusive at best. The use of the amino acid Arginine is mostly noted in this situation, but with mixed results. Also, homeopathic HGH has some statistical information on it. It would be worth asking a lot of questions of your doctor, and or clinic if you are considering using HGH before you make any decisions.  Read lots of books, as an example the Susan Summers book; “I’m Too Young for This” is a pro-hormone use book. If you forgo the decision and decide not to use HGH, remember working out with weights will lower body fat and with good nutrition these are a great ways to keep muscle mass, good health, and longevity at any age. Please make sure you check with your doctor before starting any exercise program.

 

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Hit and Run kills Bicyclist

Staff Reports

Rancho Cucamonga- On August 19, Detectives of the Rancho Cucamonga Sheriff’s Station attempted to serve a warrant for a domestic case that involved a man named Eric Tafoya.

The detectives believed Tafoya would visit a relative’s home at the 11000 block of Benton Ct in Loma Linda. Once they arrived, they observed Tafoya leave the residence and leave in his vehicle. Detectives initiated a traffic stop, where he failed to yield to authority.

According to SBSD, “Tafoya was traveling westbound on Barton Rd. when he collided with a bicyclist, and then continued driving. He then crashed into a van and bailed out of the vehicle and fled. After some time, the detectives found the suspect in the remote area hiding inside of a shed. Tafoya had been taken into custody without any further incidents.

However, the victim/bicyclist was taken to Loma Linda University Medical Center for treatment of major injuries. The SBSD also states, “At approximately 12:18 p.m. the victim died from the injuries sustained in the collision.”

The investigation was conducted by the Region I Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT).

The suspect, Eric Tafoya, was booked for Murder and the active warrant at West Valley Detention Center.

Anyone with additional information regarding this investigation is urged to contact the Region I Major Accident Investigation Team at (909) 918-2305. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you may also leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at www.wetip.com

 

How you can benefit from SARH as an Orthopedic Patient

Staff Reports  

Upland- San Antonio Regional Hospital has been selected by Blue Shield of California to participate in the Blue Distinction Specialty Program as the Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement. To be recognized by the Blue Distinction Center, healthcare facilities must showcase how they deliver improved patient safety and better health outcomes based on objective measures that were developed with input from the medical community. SA has demonstrated expertise in total knee and hip replacement surgeries, resulting in fewer patient complications and hospital readmissions.

The Joint Replacement Center at the Orthopedic Institute at SA offers patients a superior experience on many levels. The program not only incorporates best practices but also use a more streamlined, efficient approach to ensure the best outcome for an individual patient  while minimizing the recovery time.

Two previous patients, Patricia Bain and Alfredo Robles both agreed in saying they feel “restored” after having joint replacement surgeries that were performed by Jay Shah, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon. Patricia is a 59 year-old kindergarten teacher in the Chino Valley Unified School District, who had suffered for about 4 years with debilitating knee pain before she decided to have the knee replacement surgery. She states, “They prepared me really well. It’s a night and day difference from before surgery. The pain is really gone.” Before she had the actual procedure done, she also credited the San Antonio pre-op education and physical therapy for ensuring her successful outcome. As the other patient, Alfredo Robles had a similar experience at San Antonio. Her shared how he felt before surgery stating, “My knees and hips got so bad I had to use crutches just to hold myself up.” After Dr. Shah had completed two hip replacements and a left knee replacement on Mr. Robles in the span of a year, Robles says, “Normally, people like me don’t qualify for surgery, but I came in a wheelchair, and Dr. Shah said he wanted to try and help me. Now, I have a whole life. The doctors thought I would at least need a cane, but I’m walking with nothing. My neighbors can’t believe I’m up and walking.”

President and Chief Executive Officer, Harris Koenig, says, “Our patients benefit from a dedicated orthopedic team that involves many disciplines within the hospital, in addition to some of the finest orthopedic surgeons in the region, our registered nurses and physical therapists have special training to concentrate on patients who have undergone a joint replacement surgery. We have also added extra mobility aides on the floor to assist our patients in ambulating more often. This accelerates healing and recovery time. In fact, most of our knee and hip replacement patients go home within one to two days. Our Orthopedic Nurse Navigator is also a valuable part of the team, providing pre-surgery education and post-surgery follow-up, so our patients have a resource to turn to for questions or assistance, every step of the way.”

The Blue Distinction Specialty Care program has helped many patients with finding a quality provider for the specialty care of needs that include knee and hip replacement. According to San Antonio Regional Hospital, research has shown that facilities designated as Blue Distinction Centers demonstrate better quality and improved outcomes for patients compared with their peers.

The Joint Replacement Center at the Orthopedics Institute at San Antonio Regional Hospital will be holding a special lecture series entitled Innovations in Joint Replacement Surgery. It will be from September through November, where you have a chance to hear from orthopedic surgeons about the latest options for shoulder, hip, and knee replacements. For information on how to attend, you may call (909) 920-6139.

 

Did You Know?

What to Know about Your Gut Health   

Photo courtesy: StatePoint

Photo courtesy: StatePoint

By StatePoint

Your gut health affects more than just how your stomach feels. Recent scientific breakthroughs have uncovered links between the state of the gut microbiome and a range of human health issues such as obesity, diabetes, gastrointestinal disease, cardiovascular disease, immune system disorders, asthma and even cancer and its treatment.

Experts say that understanding the gut microbiome may change how these diseases are diagnosed and treated. Additionally, specific microbes have been linked to good digestive health.

“The gut microbiome is currently subject to intense and growing interest within the medical and pharmaceutical industries, but is also of great interest to average people,” says Michael Farrell, PhD, Managing Director of Biome360, an emerging biotechnology and probiotics company.

Farrell says that with the right tools and knowledge, anyone can positively influence and manage his or her own gut microbiome in the pursuit of better overall health. He is offering the following tips:

  • Assess your existing gut health and monitor changes over time. New tools, like the Gut Microbiome Sampling Kit, from Biome360, make it possible to do so at home. The sample collection process requires no training or preparation and the Biome360 dashboard allows users to learn about and explore their gut microbiome, and compare it to age and gender-matched healthy peers.
  • Supplement your gut health with targeted probiotic strains such as Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Streptococcus. Probiotics support digestive and immune health, can aid in weight loss and can lower the bad bacteria in your body that can cause infections and other problems. Probiotic supplements are especially important after a course of antibiotics.
  • What you eat matters. Make sure you get high-quality fiber in your diet — the recommended daily intake of 25 to 38 grams — and take steps to limit processed carbohydrates. Include fermented foods in your diet, which are packed with beneficial bacteria. Good choices include yogurt, cottage cheese, kimchi, tempeh, natto, kambucha, sauerkraut, miso, milk kefir and pickles.
  • Exercise early and often. Exercise, early in life, can alter microbial communities for the better, promoting healthier brain and metabolic activity over the course of a lifetime, according to recent research at the University of Colorado.

You may not realize how much control you have over your own health. With the right information at your fingertips, you can learn more about what is happening inside your gut, and take informed action to improve your health.

Recent Recalls

  1. Alex Toys– Infant Building Play Sets Due to Choking Hazard. Small parts from Alex building play sets can detach and cause a choking hazard to children.
  1. McDonalds- Step-iT-Activity-Wristbands- The recalled wristbands can cause skin irritation or burns to children.
  1. Baptista’s Bakery, Inc. announced a voluntary recall of a limited number of 7.2 oz. Snack Factory® Original Pretzel Crisps® and 7.2 oz Snack Factory® Sriracha Lime Pretzel Crisps® packages because they may contain undeclared milk ingredients. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume the affected product.
  2. Evenflo Company, Inc.- is recalling certain Transitions 3-in-1 Combination Booster Seats, model numbers 34411686, 34411695, and 34411029, produced from December 18, 2014, through January 29, 2016. The central front adjuster (CFA) button that is used to loosen the seat’s internal harness may be within the child’s reach, allowing the child to activate the CFA and loosen the internal harness.
  1. Graco Children’s Products Inc.- is recalling certain ComfortSport child restraints, model numbers 1813040 and 1794333; Ready Ride child restraints, model numbers 1924520 and 1924519; and Classic Ride child restraints, model number 1812930. These seats were manufactured between March 1, 2014, and February 28, 2015. The affected convertible child restraints are missing a statement on the affixed label that informs of location of the instruction manual. Without the notice on the fixed label, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213 “Child Restraint Systems.”

 

 

 

Fraud Alert!

Staff Reports

San Bernardino County- Recently, on August 24, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department sent a press release in regards to a man calling and representing himself as someone from CALFIRE. The man has been calling local residents to ask if they would like to participate in sending donations to the people who had been displaced by the Blue Cut Fire.

According to the SBSD, “[SBSD] confirmed with CALFIRE that they are not soliciting for donations and encourage citizens not to give anyone personal or banking information via the telephone regarding donations. CALFIRE will not call citizens and ask for donations.”

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is asking anyone who has been contacted to seek donations on behalf of CALFIRE, to please call your local law enforcement agency to report any fraudulent activity. If you have already made a contribution, you are also asked to please let your local law enforcement agency.

If you have any information regarding this investigation, you are urged to contact Deputy H. Hubbard at the Phelan Sheriff’s Station; his number is (760) 868-1006 between the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or you can also leave information on the We-Tip Hotline at http://www.wetip.com

City Council Meeting

By Natalie Kim

Diamond Bar – The August 16 Diamond Bar City Council meeting began with a special presentation to several girls softball teams. The Council presented Certificates of Recognition to girls softball teams in the age brackets of eight and under, twelve and under, and fourteen and under for participating in the Junior Olympic State Championship and for the twelve and under, and fourteen and under teams for earning a spot at the Junior Olympic National Championship. The Council also presented a Certificate Plaque to Jimmy John’s, located at 22438 Golden Springs Dr. as the new Business of the Month for August 2016.

During the City Manager reports and recommendations, the City Manager discussed updating the General Plan. The City’s current General Plan is now far outdated and mostly fulfilled, and must be updated to reflect the current Diamond Bar and the future that the current residents wish for the City. The City will also begin creating a General Plan Commission to ensure that Diamond Bar residents will be able to voice their hopes and plans for the future of the City.

Following the public comments, the schedule of future events was read, the schedule included the next Planning Commission meeting on Aug 23; the next Parks and Recreation meeting on Aug 25; and Labor Day holiday on Sep 5, during which City offices will be closed.

The Council approved all items on the consent calendar, including:

  • The minutes from the City Council meeting of Aug 2; Planning Commission minutes from June 28; and Parks and Recreation minutes from June 23.
  • Ratification of a check registers totaling $1,368,995.02.
  • Adjourning the Aug 16 City Council meeting to Sep 20.
  • A resolution approving plans and specifications and establishing a project payment account, as well as awarding the construction contract for the Washington Street cul-de-sac at Lincoln Avenue to CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc. in the amount of $101,450 and authorize a contingency amount of $8,550 for contract change orders to be approved by the City Manager.
  • Approval of a consulting services agreement with Kimley Horn to develop a procurement and implementation plan for an adaptive traffic control system in the amount of $209,081, plus a contingency amount of $30,000 for project change orders to be approved by the City Manager.
  • A resolution authorizing and approving the sale of $600,000 of Proposition A fund to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes.
  • Appropriation of $85,286.54 from the Quimby Fund Reserves to the fiscal year 2016-17 Capital Improvement Program budget, as well as a resolution approving plans and specifications and establishing a payment account, accepting a letter of withdrawal from Principal Contracting, Inc. and awarding the construction contract for the Stardust and Peterson Park Improvement Project to ACE CD Inc. in the amount of $435,667.88.

Two items were brought to the Council for their consideration. The first was the first reading of Ordinance 0X (2016), which would revise the City’s purchasing system, amending the Diamond Bar Municipal Code and Rescinding Ordinance No. 07 (2014) in its entirety. The second was an approval of a betterment agreement with the Alameda Corridor-East Construction Authority and the City of Industry for Lemon Avenue interchange improvements to be done in conjunction with the Fairway Drive Grade Separation Project. Both items were approved by the Council.

Following individual reports and comments, the Council adjourned to Sep 20 at 6:30 p.m. at 21865 Copley Drive.

Woman arrested for DUI

Staff Reports

San Bernardino County- On August 16, a woman was attempting to park her vehicle in the parking lot of the Food 4 Less on the 26500 block of Highland when she injured a man.

The woman was identified as 64 year-old, Marcella Gaines. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, “When the victim was struck, he was dragged into some bushes and pinned under Gaine’s pickup truck. He sustained severe burns to his upper torso, cuts to his face, internal injuries, and a broken leg.”

Gaines was found to be intoxicated and arrested for Felony DUI with Major Injuries. She was booked and held for $100,000 bail at the Central Detention Center.

Positive samples of West Nile in Chino

Staff Reports

According to the City of Chino, “57 Mosquito samples throughout the District have tested positive for West Nile virus this year. Chino has a total of 23 positive samples. We urge residents to be vigilant with mosquito bite prevention.” The following are some tips from the Center for Disease Control:

Are you planning to travel overseas? Protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites that can make you sick.

Mosquito bites can be more than just annoying and itchy. They can make you really sick. Protect yourself and your family when traveling overseas. Using insect repellent is the best way to prevent diseases like Zika, dengue, and chikungunya that are spread by mosquitoes.

Zika

Zika virus is primarily spread to people through mosquito bites. The most common symptoms of Zika virus disease (Zika) are fever, rash, joint pain, or conjunctivitis (red eyes). The illness is usually mild with symptoms lasting from several days to a week. Severe disease requiring hospitalization is uncommon, and deaths from Zika are very rare.

What do Zika, dengue, and chikungunya have in common?

  • Zika, dengue, and chikungunya are spread to people through the bite of an infected Aedes aegypti or Aedes albopictus mosquito.
  • Mosquitoes become infected with Zika, dengue, or chikungunya virus when they bite a person who is infected with one of those viruses. Infected mosquitoes can then spread one of these viruses to other people.
  • There are no vaccines or medicines for these diseases.
  • Once a person is infected with one of these viruses, he or she is likely to be protected from future infections.

Because Zika can cause birth defects in babies born to women who were infected with Zika virus during pregnancy, CDC recommends the following:

  • Pregnant women should not travel to any area where Zika virusis spreading.
  • Pregnant women who must travel to one of these areas should talk to their doctor first and strictly follow steps to prevent mosquito bitesduring the trip.
  • Women trying to become pregnant, and their male partners, should consult with their doctor before traveling to these areas and strictly follow steps to prevent mosquito bites during the trip.
  • Zika virus can be spread by a man to his sexual partners. Men who have lived in or traveled to an area with Zika and who have a pregnant partner should either use condoms or not have sex (vaginal, anal, or oral) during the pregnancy.

For further information, please visit the website at http://www.cdc.gov/features/stopmosquitoes