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INSIDE 58551 69301 Guide to local real estate .......................................Inside The Ukiah World briefly .......Page A-2 7 ON THE MARKET Renaissance Dinner to raise funds by music ............Page A-3 Hall of Fame weekend for Mendocino College ................Page A-6 0 50 cents tax included DAILY JOURNAL ukiahdailyjournal.com UKIAH CITY COUNCIL Election finance debated at length By SETH FREEDLAND The Daily Journal A protracted debate on the merits of campaign finance reform expanded to potentially infinite limits Wednesday night before the Ukiah City Council returned the topic to a two-member subcommittee for further refinement. During the occasionally testy discussion, a majority of the board indicated support for some form of a local campaign finance overhaul, with a $100 limit on contributions as a potential feature. But the debate largely centered, instead, on the methodology of making the decision itself. Mayor Mark Ashiku slammed the subcommittee, composed of Council members Mari Rodin and Phil Baldwin, for not providing scientific proof to support the notion that campaign finance reform was necessary in Ukiah. The paperwork provided -- a memo with the proposed ordinance and a fourpage, pro-campaign reform essay -- made it impossible for the council to determine a perspective’s validity, he said. “When government fails it is when it makes a decision without evidence to support the claim they make,” Ashiku said. “You did not include any studies that supported one position or another. You promised to bring back evidence, but ... you haven’t found causation.” Rodin responded by noting she “didn’t think we were doing a scientific study -- it’s a proposal of an ordinance” and suggested a straw poll to determine who would want to take part in the discussion. The issue at hand is not a matter of providing studies or evidence, she said, but it is a political issue should one believe a potential problem exists. Any council member who does not accept such a possibility need not take part in the debate, Rodin said. Public works projects are frequently approved without scientific analysis, Councilmember Phil Baldwin added. But Ashiku fundamentally disagreed with their take, say- Mendocino County’s local newspaper Tomorrow: Cloudy, chilly and may rain FRIDAY Feb. 17, 2006 40 pages, Volume 147 Number 314 email: udj@pacific.net City golf pro bidding process to be repeated By SETH FREEDLAND The Daily Journal An eleventh-hour development forced a seemingly slamdunk decision into an hourslong debate Wednesday night, as the Ukiah City Council narrowly voted against the leading candidate to provide the city’s golf professional services. Tayman Park Golf Group, a Sonoma County-based golf pro services group, received the highest rating from all levels of the bidding process but was not offered a contract. Despite that “superior” rating, chosen independently of other applicants, Mayor Mark Ashiku and Councilmembers John McCowen and Doug Crane favored rejecting all bids received and reissuing the request for proposals. The unusual move stemmed from the withdrawal of a bid from the current golf pro, Jeff McMillen, hours before the meeting. McMillen, who was the second leading candidate for his current job, later said he pulled his contract from consideration because he “didn’t feel (he) was treated fairly.” Local golf aficionados informed councilmembers that McMillen’s withdrawal would increase the pool of applicants -- which, numbering three, they considered weak -- because of an unwritten ethical code within the Professional Golf Association membership. Any job currently held by a PGA member is unofficially off-limits for others to solicit as a matter of courtesy, they asserted. While affirming that See GOLF, Page A-12 CHALLENGE DAY AT UKIAH HIGH SCHOOL By LAURA CLARK The Daily Journal It was all fun and games Thursday morning at Ukiah High School for youth and adult volunteers participating in Challenge Day, but by the afternoon they’d be engulfed in some serious conversations. Challenge Day -- a national program designed to teach effective means for ending teen violence and isolation by providing a compassionate approach for dealing with social oppression in schools, families and communities -- “is a powerful, non-threatening, transformational day that can change the way people view each other forever,” said Kristin Frith, Ukiah Valley Circle of Change cochair and Challenge Day coordinator at Ukiah High School. “The games and the energy and the moving around -- and even the music -- gets people feeling comfortable and connected,” Frith said, as 100-plus students -- and some adults -- danced around to music blaring from a speaker inside the gymnasium. As does hugging. “We believe everybody needs three things a day to survive: food, water and hugs,” Challenge Day facilitator Jyoti Subramanian told the crowd now sitting in a circle around her. “We develop better mentally, spiritually and physically with human contact. ... I do think that part of us, if we don’t get that attachment, will start to wither away and die. “I don’t want to live in a world full of fear; I want to live in a world full of love,” Subramanian said loudly into her microphone, before calling another facilitator and a volunteer from the audience to demonstrate various types of “not real hugs” and eventually, a “real hug.” Challenge Day attendees also played “The Different Game,” which involved participants finding a partner who possessed a different quality than they did -- for example, someone of a different race, hair color, etc. -- and then asking each other questions like, ‘I don’t want to live in a world full of fear; I want to live in a world full of love.’ Amy Wellnitz/The Daily Journal (Above) Participants in Challenge Day at Ukiah High on Thursday go for a record during a game called “Lap Shift.” (Right) Ukiah High sophomore Justin Gourley talks with junior Michelle Purtell during a buddy break Thursday. Students were encouraged to pair up with someone they did not know well and find out five important things about them during the break. JYOTI SUBRAMANIAN Challenge Day facilitator “Is there anything you used to be teased for?” The pairs also were asked to share one of their most embarrassing moments with each other. “One of the goals today is for students and adults to have an See CHALLENGE, Page A-11 See FINANCE, Page A-12 Small plane goes down near Willits The Daily Journal A small plane crashed shortly before 8 p.m. Thursday, while attempting a landing near Willits. All four people on board survived the failed landing, although the extent of injuries was unknown at press time. behavior specialties Vet students treat rescued horses Trial on animal abuse charges to begin Feb. 28 By DAVID COURTLAND The Willits News The man accused of cruelty to some three dozen horses is set to go to trial Feb. 28. At his arraignment this week Jim DeNoyer was formally charged with 36 counts of animal cruelty. Meanwhile, a corps of veterinary students examined some of the horses recovering from starvaThe Willits News Veterinary student Robin Janeway examines one of the rescued horses. tion on a Willits ranch Saturday, learning how to treat malnourished horses as they checked the animals’ progress. “I think all of these guys are going to be fine,” said veterinarian Eric Davis, who directs rural area veterinary services for The Humane Society of the United States. See HORSES, Page A-11 professional pet care services 485-8454 A-2 – FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 DAILY DIGEST Editor: Jody Martinez, 468-3517 FUNERAL NOTICES [\ M. LOUISE YOUNCE M. Louise Younce, passed away in Ukiah on Saturday February 11, 2006. Born in Upper Lake, she was 86. She is survived by her daughters Linda Shimmin and Melinda Walls, both of Ukiah and a granddaughter Sydney Walls of Ukiah. Private family services will be held. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Ukiah, 620 S. Dora St., Suite 101, Ukiah, CA 95482. Arrangements under the care and direction of Eversole Mortuary. Please sign the guest book at www.ukiahdailyjournal.com. Funeral notices are paid announcements. For information on how to place a paid funeral notice or make corrections to funeral notices please call our classified department at 4683529. Death notices are free for Mendocino County residents. Death notices are limited to name of deceased, hometown, age, date of death, date, time, and place of services and the funeral home handling the arrangements. For information on how to place a free death notice please call our editorial department at 468-3500. POLICE REPORTS The following were compiled from reports prepared by the Ukiah Police Department. To anonymously report crime information, call 463-6205. ARREST -- Fred Williams Jr., 37, of Ukiah, was arrested on suspicion of causing corporal injury to a spouse in the 700 block of Village Circle at 8:13 a.m. Wednesday. ARREST -Martin Richard, 58, hometown not listed, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in the 600 block of South State Street at 8:28 a.m. Wednesday. UPDATE -- Two more suspects thought to have been involved in the strong arm robbery Tuesday in downtown Ukiah, were arrested on Highway 1 at 11:06 p.m. Wednesday. Harry Manuel Mila and Carlos Takeshi Ogawa, both 18 of Fort Bragg, were stopped by the California Highway Patrol based on a description of their vehicle furnished by the Ukiah Police Department. Mila was arrested on suspicion of robbery, conspiracy to commit robbery, seconddegree burglary and participating in a criminal street gang. Ogawa was arrested on suspicion of possession of stolen property, participation in a criminal street gang and committing a felony while on bail. Police also recovered one of the pieces of stolen jewelry from Ogawa, said UPD Sgt. John McCutcheon. Those arrested by law enforcement officers are innocent until proven guilty. People reported as having been arrested may contact the Daily Journal once their case has been concluded so the results can be reported. Those who feel the information is in error should contact the appropriate agency. In the case of those arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of an intoxicant: all DUI cases reported by law enforcement agencies are reported by the newspaper. The Daily Journal makes no exceptions. SHERIFF’S REPORTS The following were compiled from reports prepared by the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office: MISSING PERSON -- A Laytonville woman reported missing in the Bell Springs area Tuesday was found Wednesday, after spending a night outdoors. Charlene White, 45, of Laytonville, was found in a deep canyon in the Bell Springs area by a volunteer searcher late Wednesday morning. White became lost Tuesday afternoon while looking for arrowheads. When she did not return home by 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, the property owner called her husband, who contacted the police. A search of the area began immediately. Seven members of the MCSO Search and Rescue team and a canine unit searched the immediate area during the night. They were helped by family and friends. A helicopter from the California Department of Forestry was also involved in the search. White was airlifted out by CDF helicopter and taken to Howard Hospital, where she was treated for exhaustion and exposure-related ailments. CORRECTIONS The Ukiah Daily Journal reserves this space to correct errors or make clarifications to news articles. Significant errors in obituary notices or birth announcements will result in reprinting the entire article. Errors may be reported to the editor, 468-3526. LOTTERY NUMBERS DAILY 3: night: 1, 3, 1. afternoon: 5, 2, 1. FANTASY 5: 11, 26, 28, 30, 33. DAILY DERBY: 1st Place: 10, Solid Gold. 2nd Place: 11, Money Bags. 3rd Place: 07, Eureka. Race time: 1:48.05. 4 coast men arrested in rape, assault case E XC AVAT I O N FORT BRAGG -- An early morning rape apparently led to another assault and arrests for drug possession and illegal firearms in Fort Bragg Wednesday. At 12:28 p.m. Wednesday, an unidentified 22-year-old woman from Fort Bragg reported she had been raped by longtime acquaintance Patrick Samuel Hinkson, 46, of Fort Bragg, who she has known for eight years. The victim said she had met Hinkson in a local bar Tuesday evening. She said she didn’t remember the night but awoke Wednesday morning to Hinkson having intercourse with her. Hinkson was questioned, and told officers the sex was consensual, according to the police report. He was arrested on suspicion of raping an unconscious person and is being held on $100,000 bail. Earlier in the day, Fort Bragg police officers had responded to a call of assault Lic. #075131 The Journal Delivers! To Subscribe call: 468-3533 be reached at U.N. chief says U.S. should close prison at Guantanamo Bay as soon as possible UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Thursday said the United States should close the prison at Guantanamo Bay for terror suspects as soon as possible, backing a key conclusion of a U.N.-appointed independent panel. White House spokesman Scott McClellan rejected the call to shut the camp, saying the military treats all detainees humanely and “these are dangerous terrorists that we’re talking about.” The panel’s report, released Thursday in Geneva, said the United States must close the detention facility “without further delay” because it is effectively a torture camp where prisoners have no access to justice. Annan told reporters he didn’t necessarily agree with everything in the report, but he did support its opposition to people being held “in perpetuity” without being charged and prosecuted in a public court. This is “something that is common under every legal system,” he said. COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Consumer boycotts of Danish goods in Muslim countries in protest of the publication of caricatures of the Prophet Muhammad are costing Denmark’s companies millions, and have raised fears of irreparable damage to trade ties. From Havarti cheese to Lego toys, Danish products have been yanked off the shelves of stores in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and other countries around the Middle East as Muslims await an apology for the cartoons, which the Copenhagen government has said it cannot give. The boycotts have also spawned counter-boycott campaigns to “Buy Danish.” The boycotts began in Saudi Arabia on Jan. 26 when supermarkets either put up signs saying to stop buying Danish goods or removed products from shelves. Since then it has spread to other Muslim nations, and even to Western stores doing business there. A supermarket in Cairo run by France’s Carrefour has had signs, for example, saying that it is not offering Danish products “in solidarity with Muslims and Egyptians.” Iraqi authorities investigate claims of ‘death squads’ targeting Sunni Arabs Greenland’s glaciers dumping more ice into Atlantic Ocean BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) — The Shiite-dominated Interior Ministry announced an investigation Thursday into claims of death squads in its ranks as police found a dozen more bodies, bringing the number of apparent victims of sectarian reprisal killings here to at least 30 this week. The probe was announced after U.S. military officials indicated there was evidence to support the allegation of death squads. The 12 men found on Thursday had been bound and shot in the head execution-style. At least 27 other people were killed in violence across Iraq, including three tribal sheiks slain in a drive-by shooting. Three supporters of anti-U.S. cleric Muqtada al-Sadr died in a mortar barrage, and gunmen killed two owners of a convenience store that sold beer. Islamic extremists often target shops selling alcohol or DVDs deemed pornographic. ST. LOUIS (AP) — Warmer temperatures over the past decade have sped up the march of Greenland’s southern glaciers to the Atlantic Ocean, where the ice and water they spill contribute more to the global rise in sea levels than previously thought. Those faster-moving glaciers now dump in a year twice as much ice into the Atlantic as they did in 1996, researchers said Thursday. The resulting icebergs, along with increased melting of Greenland’s ice sheet, could account for nearly 17 percent of the estimated one-tenth of an inch annual rise in global sea levels, or twice what was previously believed, said Eric Rignot of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif. “It’s likely that Greenland is going to contribute more and faster to rising sea levels than previously estimated,” Rignot told reporters at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. A report by Rignot and Pannir Kanagaratnam of the University of Kansas appears Friday in the journal Science. Muslim boycotts of Danish products costing companies millions Haiti’s new leader must now turn expectations to reality PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Singing, dancing and waving branches ripped from roadside trees, jubilant Haitians poured into the streets Thursday after a vote marred by fraud charges and massive protests ended in victory for the favored presidential candidate of the impoverished majority. “Now we have hope,” said Dabual Jean, a 24-year-old who earns about $2 a day selling fruit on the street in the capital, Port-au-Prince. “The country is upside down. With Preval, hopefully we’ll get on the right path. Rene Preval, an agronomist and former president, made no public appearances Thursday, in keeping with his virtual silence as a days-long, roller-coaster vote count roiled the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. “We have won. We thank God and the population,” Preval told the Haitian Press Agency in his only public statement. “We British man accused of killing wife and infant daughter back in Boston FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (AP) — Neil Entwistle pleaded not guilty Thursday to murder charges and was jailed without bail in the killings of his wife and baby daughter, who were found shot to death in bed at the couple’s suburban Boston home. The crush of media slowed traffic outside the courthouse, and a passing motorist yelled out: “Burn that baby killer!” Entwistle, 27, kept his head bowed as officers led him into the building wearing shackles and a bulletproof vest. He was ordered held without bail pending a hearing March 15. He is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his wife, Rachel, 27, and their 9-month-old daughter Lillian, killed in their home in Hopkinton on Jan. 20. Yoga for a Better Life YOGA LOFT DETAIL CENTER 859 N. State Street (707) 462-4472 Dent Repair The Journal Delivers! 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Eder and Runnfeldt are being held on $25,000 bail; Korhummel was held on $40,000 bail. The world briefly TERRA FIRMA EXCAVATION • Remodel/Building Footings • Soil & Gravel Delivery • 6” - 30” Hole Bore • Lot Clearing & Prep. • 36” Equipment Clearance at 224 1/2 S. Franklin St. at 11:38 a.m. The victim, Hinkson, said he had been attacked by three men, including his nephew, Bo James Eder, 25, of Fort Bragg. Hinkson was struck several times on the top and side of the head with a bottle, as well as being hit repeatedly with a board, said Fort Bragg Police Lt. Floyd Higdon. Hinkson was injured and bleeding but refused medical treatment. Higdon said the assault on Hinkson was directly related to the rape Hinkson allegedly committed earlier in the day. “One of the three had a former relationship with the rape victim,” Higdon said. Hinkson described another of his alleged assailants, Christopher Bruno Korhummel, 21, of Fort Bragg and the blue Honda Sedan he was driving. 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Published Daily by The Ukiah Daily Journal at 590 S. School St., Ukiah, Mendocino County, CA. Phone: (707) 468-3500. Court Decree No. 9267 Periodicals Postage Paid at Ukiah, CA. To report a missed newspaper, call the Circulation Department between 5 and 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, or between 7 and 9 a.m. weekends. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: The Ukiah Daily Journal, Post Office Box 749, Ukiah, CA. 95482. Subscription rates for home delivery as of March 1, 2005 are 13 weeks for $30.78; and 52 weeks for $112.15. All prices do not include sales tax. Publication # (USPS-646-920). COMMUNITY Editor: Richard Rosier, 468-3520 FRIDAY POETRY SLAM– High school poets from Willits, Anderson Valley, and Ukiah will speak their poetry; Ukiah Little Theater; 4 p.m. JE-JEUNE – Singer/guitarist; every Friday; 4 to 6 p.m.; Coffee Critic; 476 N. State St.; 462-1840. WILL SIEGEL AND BRUCE GORDON – Live music; Himalayan Cafe; 1639 S. State St.; reservations recommended; 467-9900. DORIAN MAY– Piano jazz; Potter Valley Cafe; 7 to 10 p.m.; no cover charge; 743-2848. HOME AT LAST– Funk rock; Ukiah Brewing Co.; 9:30 p.m.; $5 cover charge; 468-5898. DJ DANCE MUSIC – DJ Dance Music; with Smokin’ Joe; lots of drink specials; Perkins Street Lounge; 228 E. Perkins St., Ukiah; 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. SATURDAY EDNA WAGNER– Workshop on watercolor on tissue paper; 10.30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Grace Hudson Museum Community Room; Ukiah; 468-8380 . REDBUD– Electronic rock; Potter Valley Cafe; 7 to 10 p.m.; no cover charge; 743-2848. ELENA CASANOVA– Pianist Elena Casanova and guest percussionists Amunka and Isa Davila; free live in-store performance; 10:30 a.m. to noon; Dig! Music; 362 N. State St.; Ukiah; 463-8444. COMEDY ALLEY– Features headlining comedian Monique Marvez, feature comedian Kirk McHenry, and opener Eric Miller; Ukiah Valley Conference Center; 200 S. School St.;7 p.m.; tickets are available at Mendocino Bounty; 200 S. School St.; $12 in advance; $15 the day of the show. BELLYDANCING– Live bellydancing; Himalayan Cafe; 1639 S. State St.; reservations recommended; 467-9900. DJ DANCE MUSIC – DJ dance music; with Smokin Joe; lots of drink specials; Perkins Street Lounge; 228 E. Perkins St., Ukiah; 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. SUNDAY VALENTINES DANCE– Benefit for Special Olympics; 2 to 5 p.m.; The Ukiah Senior Center; 499 Leslie St.; Ukiah; Athletes admission is free. DANCE WAVE – Freestyle community dance for fitness and release; Mendocino Ballet Studio; 205 S. State St., Ukiah; 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; sliding scale donation; 489-3345. WEEKLY DART TOURNEY – Weekly dart tournaments are held Sundays at the Hopland Brewery; 13351 Hwy. 101 S., Hopland; 3 to 6 p.m.; 744-1361. MEDITATION ON THE INNER LIGHT AND SOUND – Meditation instruction and weekly group practice; 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Willits; free; call for directions; 459-4444. An old love story To Ruby You’ll have another birthday On the 16th of July And again I am remembering That it’s really always I Who has the birthday present Each time the day comes due, The nicest gift in all the world It’s just my life with you. Jack was appropriately named, for he was a “Jack of all trades,” like so many men of his generation. He was a logger who built and ran several sawmills in the Laytonville and Branscomb area. Ruby, who graduated from college in accounting, kept the books for the sawmill udj@pacific.net The Ukiah Daily Journal What’s Playing The Community Foundation recently opened a scholarship fund for Laytonville High School graduates. The fund has the colorful title, “Ain’t Noth’n Ever Been Got That Ain’t Been Went Out After.” This saying, which you will find on the woodsman supply catalogs from Bailey’s in Laytonville, comes from Jack Terwilliger, who with his wife Ruby, established the permanent scholarship fund through their estate. The executor of the estate is Bill Bailey, who sent me some background materials on the Terwilligers. Reading their biographies, as well as their poems and letters, I now know that underlying this scholarship fund is a wonderful love story, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Jack Terwilliger was born in Willits in 1914 and Ruby was born in Kentucky in 1918. They met in Pensacola, Fla. while they were both serving in the U. S. Navy during WWII. As the story goes, Ruby Hurt, who was 4 feet 6 inches tall, was swimming in the ocean and got into trouble and Jack, who was 6 feet 2 inches tall, saved her. They got married shortly thereafter and were married for 58 years. The following birthday poem, written by Jack, is a Valentine in itself. FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 – A-3 Giving Back By Susanne Norgard companies. Jack was also a miner (with jade mines in Trinity and Mendocino counties), a poet, a pilot and a philosopher. Jack and Ruby did not have children of their own, but opened their hearts and home to at least one young man. Bill Bailey recalls, “Over the years, I spent a lot of time with the Terwilligers. Jack’s wife, Ruby, especially liked me and she, in some ways became like a second mother to me. The loss of my mother was especially hard for me and at an early age, I got into quite a bit of trouble.When I did get in trouble, and Jack and Ruby heard about it, they always forgave me and urged me to work hard at advancing myself.” Now, with this scholarship, the Terwilliger’s legacy is to continue to offer hope and encouragement to young people from the Laytonville area. Bill Bailey writes in a letter to applicants to the “Ain’t Noth’n Ever Been Got That Ain’t Been Went Out After” scholarship: “The reason this is such a wonderful title for a scholarship, is that is you have dreams to go out and do something..you need to know that you shouldn’t sit on your hands or stand around and wait for something to occur, because things don’t “happen” that way.” If you are interested in finding out about how to leave a legacy through your estate plan, contact the Community Foundation at 468-9882, or visit our Web site at www.communityfound.org. 14th annual Renaissance Dinner Working together to make music and money By CAROLE HESTER Special for the Journal Hard work is nothing new to musicians. They spend years working on a degree, practicing their craft to hone it to a fine perfection, only to go into the work force and do “piece work.” Yes, that’s one term for working several jobs just to make ends meet. But that’s the down side. The up side is that artists following their muse get to work their entire lives at something they love. For Denise Doering, Ukiah High School’s new Choral Music Director, teaching has been a main stay through the years. “This is my 23rd year of teaching high school choral programs having taught in Mountain View, California, as well as Spokane and Seattle, Washington,” explained Doering. “I have been blessed to teach many talented high school students throughout the years who have won many awards at contests and festivals. I feel that Ukiah High School students are proving to be just as talented and capable.” She earned her BA at San Jose State and her Masters in music education at the University of Washington in Seattle. She has also been teaching voice classes part-time at Mendocino College for the last seven years. As is true with most music teachers, Doering even adds more music into her life. Currently she is singing with the vocal group “Hesperia” specializing in Renaissance and Medieval music. Part of her responsibilities at the high school involves fundraising to keep her program alive. The Renaissance affair will be held Saturday, March 11 at 7:30 p.m. at Ukiah High Cafetorium, which will be transformed into a medieval castle. Bar maids and milk maids, cobblers and wenches are all part of the festive 14th Annual Renaissance Dinner. This annual event involves many from the community as well, since parents volunteer, businesses donate, and others interested in keeping Arts alive in the school system volunteer services or goods. In full period costume, 55 students are involved in the music, dances and small plays that will be performed. The Beginning Women’s Chorus, the Advanced Amy Wellnitz/The Daily Journal Denise Doering, Ukiah High School’s new Choral Music Director, has been teaching for 23 years. She's busy helping students prepare for the festive 14th annual Renaissance Dinner, a major fundraiser for the school choral department, held Saturday, March 11 at 7:30 p.m. at Ukiah High Cafetorium. Women’s Chorus, and the Performing Arts are the three choirs participating in this important fundraiser. “Students are involved in practically every facet of this dinner,” explained Doering. “Of course, this would not be possible without the help of the parents and community.” Some major responsibilities held by students: There is a choir council of student representatives selected by their peers in the Performing Arts Choir. The students are: Chelsea Moore, president of the choir program, who has vast experience with the Renaissance Dinner and is handling many aspects of the dinner including overseeing all the committees, the costumes, decorations, table settings, and will be in the cast as well as the Scottish lass who is being betrothed to Ian Parmenter, the English lord. Garrett Gilmore, is vice president, and assisting with the huge task of assembling the sets. Tiffany Leloup and Alanna Lang Nadel are assisting with costumes and the booth store. Alanna is also choreographing a large group dance. Mary Slinkert, assisted by Alexa Prax and Kaylee Aguilar are facilitating the huge task of decorating. Aguilar, Public Relations, is also handling the lay out and design of the flyers. Melissa Dunham is managing the booth store. “The cooking will be done once again by the marvelous culinary talents of Jeremy Mann, Phil Gary, and Marty Lombardi,” added Doering. “Costumes have been sewn by Renee Gannon and provided in part by the Ukiah Players Theater and Linda Sauer and Renee Coburn. Susan Wilcox is helping with choreography. Heidi Dunham and Lucia Parmenter are helping organize decorations and other parent assistance. Liz Ohleyer and Marcella Chandler are doing an incredible job with pulling together the silent auction items.” So far they have acquired 50 items, some of which include a pair of tickets to the San Francisco opera, a flight over Mendocino County, an assortment of wines, and two Hoyman and Browe ceramics. Ross Beck is coordinating the set assemblance with the assistance of some choir parents. The rehearsal accompanist as well as harpsichordist the evening of the performance is Carol Lorenz. In true Renaissance style, the singing will be a ‘capella. Lorenz will provide predinner musical enjoyment as well as segue music between staged activities. “Carol Lorenz is a total asset to the choral program facilitating the ticket sales and many other behind the scenes tasks too numerous to mention,” praised Doering. “Night of Nuptials,” will truly portray 16th century England with a bit of a Scottish theme. There are songs, dances and duels and mostly the fun of watching students sing with robust joy. This evening of entertainment cost is $35 per person and full tables of six are available for $180. Carol Lorenz is assisting the Choral Music Director, Denise Doering, and Lorenz may be reached at the high school at 4635253, ext. 1040. Also assisting with ticket sales is Kitty Britton at 4635253, ext. 1044. Tickets are now on sale. Mail checks payable to Ukiah High School to: Attn.: Denise Doering, Ukiah High School, 1000 Low Gap Road, Ukiah. There will be vegetarian meals, as well as tritip. Vegetarian meals must be requested ahead of time. Please contact Lorenz to reserve vegetarian meals by calling 4635253, ext. 1040. Since the return to the Ukiah High Cafetorium, the dinner has been a tobacco and alcohol free activity. Tickets are going fast so it if you want to be part of these festivities, secure your tickets now. Flood recurrence frequency of the Dec. 30 storm On Dec. 30, rivers and streams rose and spilled over their banks and already saturated soil moved. Ken Montgomery, proprietor of the Anderson Valley Nursery, recorded 7.58 inches of rain fell between 9 a.m. on the 30th and 9 a.m. on the 31st and 27.46 inches fell during the month of December. According to Ken, December 2005 was the wettest December in at least 70 years, and the second wettest month in at least 70 years. Ken reports that even more stunning than the record setting monthly total is that the 27.46 inches fell in the last two weeks, in fact it was one of the driest Decembers until Dec. 17. On the 31st it was dry enough to get out and see what the high water left behind or had taken away. Silt and water were left behind in homes and structures that were flooded by the Russian and Navarro Rivers. Soil, trees, logs and lumber were taken by the Tree Tips By Thembi Borras river and deposited downstream. The North Fork Navarro River tried to take a nearby cabin; it lifted it off its post and pier foundation and carried it downstream as far as the electrical ground wire would allow. A woman I met in the aftermath of her Oak Manor home having been flooded said the home had not flooded in the 30 years that she lived in the subdivision. Therefore, based on anecdotal evidence, the flood flow had not been as high as on Dec. 30 in 30 years at the Oak Manor site. Determining how frequently the flood flow associated with the Dec. 30 storm might be expected to happen is not simple. It is a function of the historical data available in a specific geographic area. The United States Geological Survey gage on the mainstem Navarro, located 5.3 miles upstream from the mouth, has been in operation for the last 54 years providing discharge data. On the morning of Dec. 31, this gage recorded the peak discharge of 55,700 cubic feet-per-second, using this data in the Gumbel method the flood recurrence frequency was estimated to be 25 years. The Gumbel method is considered a quick and dirty way to estimate the flood recurrence frequency using peak annual discharges. The prediction becomes better the more years data is collected. The flood recurrence frequency of the Dec. 30 flood in watersheds in the Fort Bragg area was thought to be lower and in watersheds in Sonoma County thought to be much higher. A portion of this production was gleaned from communication with Dennis Slota, Hydrologist at the Mendocino County Water Agency. Last week I suggested when pruning trees to “Avoid “flush cuts” which remove the branch bark collar.” Kevin O’Hara, Professor of Silviculture at UC Berkeley sends this correction, flush cuts actually reduce the time for pruning wound occlusion and increase the production of clear wood. I welcome responses as well as ideas for future Tree Tips. You can also get an email version by contacting me at thembi@mcn.org. Thembi Borras is a Registered Professional Forester living and working in Mendocino County. A-4 – FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 FORUM Editor: K.C. Meadows, 468-3526 VIEWPOINTS Letters from our readers Heads up To the Editor: I’m a sophomore at Ukiah High. I have gone through many difficulties in my life. I have lost my best friend (David Talamo), numerous other friends, and between October and today, lost three family members. I still lead a normal life, happy, spunky and sassy. I’m on my school’s cheer squad. I have many friends, and I love them all. I am also of a different ethnicity. I am white and East Indian (yes, from India). My family is very, as I say, colorful. I have Japanese, Mexican, white, black, Italian, Asian and more in my family. But a lot of my peers don’t know my dad is half East Indian, they just assume I’m white. I’ve heard racial comments; Habib, towel head, but nothing horrible. Then, last year, a young Muslim girl transferred to our school. All hell broke loose. All you heard about was “that Muslim girl.” Racial remarks were brought up, that’s when I snapped. Someone called her a “Third World Asian.” Not OK. Because we are “closely” related (ethnicity wise) it hurt me. Why don’t people say that to me? Because I’m white? I hate to say it, but probably. Now we have “that Jewish girl” going to our school. I’m not Jewish, but still, what is going on? I can’t believe this. That poor girl probably cries herself to sleep at night. What kind of monster writes death threats to someone? I’ll tell you, a sick teenager, who thinks anyone like him is better then everyone. Hmmmm ... Who does that remind you of? I just think that before you criticize someone you should learn their names and a little bit about them. I don’t think that she, the Muslim girl, or anyone should be afraid to go anywhere because of immature teenagers. So girls keep your heads up and smile. I think you are very brave and I completely admire you. Courtney Gupta Redwood Valley Not sick To the Editor: Calling mentally challenged individuals sick or diseased is what has caused them to suffer form the shunning of society as a whole. I do not care how many years spent or poems written about it, it is a tragedy to continue to say they are sick or diseased. I am very familiar with schizophrenia and it has never been classified as a sickness or a disease. It is an impairment of encoding and retrieval synapses of the brain. There are three models for determining the effect of schizophrenia: cognitive, perceptual, interpersonal. Deficits and disorganization as measured by the schizptypal personality questionnaire used in the field of psychiatry or (SPQ). If you score low on an IQ test are you sick or diseased? Bipolar disorder is a (manic depressive) mood disorder. We all have our “bad” days but those suffering from bipolar disorders have mood swings that go from euphoric to suicidal in a short span of time. Many famous artists in music and painting have suffered from bipolar disorders and it has been trivialized as being a part of their genius when it has been a terrible monster for them to deal with and has nothing to do with their genius at their art. There are psychotropic drugs that have helped mitigate the effects of these disorders. There is also ongoing discussions concerning the side effects of these drugs. I have heard both of these “conditions” described as “diseases” and that is just tragic. A sickness or disease can be cured. These disorders can be only treated, never can they be cured. ”Mental illness” is used to describe the entire field of challenges faced by these vital, valuable people. It, by no means, was ever to be construed that those effected are diseased or sick. Chas E. Moser Ukiah LETTER POLICY The Daily Journal welcomes letters to the editor. All letters must include a clear name, signature, return address and phone number. Letters are generally published in the order they are received, but shorter, concise letters are given preference. Because of the volume of letters coming in, letters of more than 400 words in length may take longer to be printed. Names will not be withheld for any reason. If we are aware that you are connected to a local organization or are an elected official writing about the organization or body on which you serve, that will be included in your signature. If you want to make it clear you are not speaking for that organization, you should do so in your letter.All letters are subject to editing without notice. Editing is generally limited to removing statements that are potentially libelous or are not suitable for a family newspaper. Form letters that are clearly part of a write-in campaign will not be published. You may drop letters off at our office at 590 S. School St., or fax letters to 468-3544, mail to Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 749, Ukiah, 95482 or email them to udj@pacific.net. E-mail letters should also include hometown and a phone number. udj@pacific.net The Ukiah Daily Journal THOMAS D. ELIAS Return to dereg? Evidence is against it It's a pet idea of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and his new chief of staff, Susan Kennedy: Return electricity deregulation to California, and this time do it right. Their thinking goes like this: The discredited 1996 deregulation plan was sheer foolishness and an invitation to disaster because it tried to combine price limits with total freedom for generating companies to milk the market for whatever they could get. Rather, they believe, the generators should be given free rein without any limits on what they can charge. Theirs is classical laissez faire thinking. But the continuing fallout from the energy crisis of 2000-2001 provides a spate of evidence that any return to deregulation would be an invitation to a future disaster of at least similar scope to the one of five and six years ago, when rolling blackouts became regular occurrences. Other opinions From around the nation Los Angeles Daily News Slow on the draw By now, surely all the jokes about Vice President Dick Cheney's accidental shooting of his hunting buddy have been told. Beyond the funny factor, there's the serious concern about the health of the victim, lawyer Harry Whittington, and about public response to emergencies from the White House. The accident on a Texas ranch happened on Saturday. It wasn't revealed until Sunday - and then because the rancher called a local paper with information. A White House spokesman grudgingly acknowledged the mishap some 22 hours after it happened but never did come completely clean about the delay and was still hemming and hawing on Monday. If this modus operandi sounds familiar, it's because the Bush administration is currently facing harsh criticism by a Republican House panel over the delay in acknowledging Hurricane Katrina's devastation. In these days of 24-hour news cycles, our leaders don't have the luxury of sitting on breaking stories until they can figure out the best spin, which all too often appears to be the first and foremost consideration at the Bush White House. It would have served those in the White House to have taken control of the shooting story - the Hurricane Katrina response, too - before the stories took control of the White House. Cheney's accidental shooting further damaged the administration's credibility at a time it's under fire for being slow on the draw. Torrance Daily Breeze State stem cell panel builds trust The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine, the agency set up under Proposition 71 to oversee a $3 billion stem cell research effort, has been roundly and rightly criticized for its lessthan-open operations. That, combined with a lack of government oversight, has led to lawsuits which so far have prevented the agency from beginning its work toward finding cures for degenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, spinal cord injuries, severe burns and Parkinson's disease. But at a meeting at Stanford University on Friday, the 28-member CIRM board went a long way toward helping to build public trust by adopting sound policies in two critical areas. During the campaign for Proposition 71 in 2004, proponents promised that when and if taxpayer-funded research generated marketable products, the public would benefit. The oversight committee appeared to have been looking at a more flex- ible standard, but in the end it adopted the more clearly defined policy. The second policy area concerns covering expenses for women who donate eggs for stem cell research. Scientists use eggs to grow stem cells, and most that can be used outside federal funding restrictions are obtained from those left over from in vitro fertilization efforts. Some critics claim this research amounts to the taking of a life. What oversight committee members were trying to avoid was providing any kind of financial incentive for women to donate eggs. The policies adopted would prohibit any form of payment, except for expenses incurred, including medical expenses if complications occur. Since Proposition 71 prohibits legislative oversight for the first three years of the institute's existence, taxpayers must depend on the private oversight committee to do what is in the best interests of research and taxpayers. A lawsuit challenging the independence of the institute will be heard later this month. The lawsuit effectively denies research funding for the institute until the case is settled. In the meantime, the institute's oversight board must work to make sure the rules under which the research is conducted are clear, fair and, most of all, morally and ethically sound. WHERE TO WRITE President George Bush: The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., Washington, D.C. 20500; (202) 456-1111, FAX (202)456-2461. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger: State Capitol, Sacramento, 95814. (916) 445-2841; FAX (916)445-4633 Sen. Barbara Boxer: 112 Hart Senate Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20510; (202)224-3553; San Francisco, (415) 4030100 FAX (415) 956-6701 Sen. Dianne Feinstein: 331 Hart Senate Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20510. (202)224-3841 FAX (202) 228-3954; San Francisco (415) 393-0707; senator@feinstein.senate.gov Congressman Mike Thompson: 1st District, 231 Cannon Office Bldg, Washington, D.C. 20515. (202) 225-3311; FAX (202)225-4335. Fort Bragg district office, 430 N. Franklin St., PO Box 2208, Fort Bragg 95437; 962-0933,FAX 962-0934; www.house.gov/write rep Assemblywoman Patty Berg: State Assembly District 1, Capitol, Rm. 2137, Sacramento, 95814. (916) 319-2001; Santa Rosa, 576-2526; FAX, Santa Rosa, 5762297. Berg's field representative in Ukiah office located at 104 W. Church St, Ukiah, 95482, 463-5770. The office’s fax number is 463-5773. E-mail to: assemblymember.berg@assembly.ca.gov Senator Wes Chesbro: State Senate District 2, Capitol Building, Room 5100, Sacramento, 95814. (916) 445-3375; FAX (916) 323-6958. Ukiah office is P.O. Box 785, Ukiah, 95482, 468-8914, FAX 4688931. District offices at 1040 Main St., Suite 205, Napa, 94559, 224-1990, 50 D St., Suite 120A, Santa Rosa, 95404, 576-2771, and 317 3rd St., Suite 6, Eureka, 95501, 4456508. Email: senator.chesbro@sen.ca.gov. Mendocino County Supervisors: Michael Delbar, 1st District; Jim Wattenburger, 2nd District; Hal Wagenet, 3rd District; Kendall Smith, 4th District; David Colfax, 5th District. All can be reached by writing to 501 Low Gap Road, Room 1090, Ukiah, 95482, 463-4221, FAX 463-4245. bos@co.mendocino.ca.us Visit our web site at ukiahdailyjournal.com email us at udj@pacific.net The two latest pieces of the puzzle: 1) Houstonbased Reliant Resources agreed to settle market manipulation charges from the crisis for more than $500 million, bringing the total in fines and settlements against generators above $5 billion. That begins to approach the $9 billion ex-Gov. Gray Davis often said was stolen from Californians by electric companies. And 2) Calpine Corp., the San Jose-based generating giant whose stock soared during the crisis, declared bankruptcy and begged a federal judge to allow cancellation of contracts that provide a large part of California's power. The Reliant settlement puts that firm in the same league with Enron, Mirant, Duke Power and the Williams Companies, all out of state firms that have settled claims they bilked Californians when they had the chance. No one asserts human nature has changed since 2001, so deregulating further than today's ad hoc mishmash of regulation and price freedom promises to invite a new spate of cheating. The Calpine bankruptcy, meanwhile, provides firm evidence that deregulation cannot be done without great risk to electric customers. For Calpine, which operates 41 generating plants in California and supplies power to Pacific Gas & Electric, the Southern California Edison Co. and the Northern California Power Agency, now says it can't live with the contracts it extracted from this state in 2001. But remember, critics lambasted Davis for paying far too much in his effort to secure reliable power supplies for the state from Calpine and others, and he was recalled. Ironically, Calpine now says the very pacts that helped destroy Davis are now killing it. The company claims it loses almost $1.3 billion a year on those contracts. Of course, that's not actual loss. The big number is derived from what Calpine thinks it could get for the same power - profit and all - if the rates factored in today's natural gas prices, which are far higher than what prevailed five years ago. On the other hand, with a decline in domestic natural gas prices likely as the after-effects of Hurricane Katrina wane, the putative loss figures could change quickly. All of which demonstrates the idiocy of deregulation. The success of any deregulated company depends on wise and foresightful management. Plainly, Calpine lacked such managers when it signed rigid contracts assuming fuel prices would remain constant in a world of consistent inconstancy. If electricity had remained regulated, on the other hand, Calpine could not have bought up many power plants it now owns. The firm would never have signed the contracts on which its loss claims are based. It would not have borrowed hundreds of millions of dollars to finance construction of new power plants around the nation. Rather, most power would still be generated by PG&E, Edison and other utilities and they would be getting rates that guarantee substantial profits. The prederegulation standard was about 14 percent per year. They would be able to tack sudden rises in natural gas costs onto their standard rates, and roll those rises back when natural gas costs recede. Regulated electricity, then, is a far more stable and reliable commodity than the deregulated variety. And if power is as much a public need as roads - and it is there's good reason to want it regulated by state government. For such regulation removes from the equation the kind of poor planning that's led to disaster for Calpine. All of which should give both the public and the Legislature good cause to think long and hard before going along with whatever new deregulation scheme the governor or his backers may devise. Thomas D. Elias is a syndicated columnist. The Ukiah DAILY JOURNAL Publisher: Kevin McConnell Editor: K.C. Meadows Advertising director: Cindy Delk Office manager: Yvonne Bell Circulation director: Cornell Turner Group systems director: Sue Whitman Member Audit Bureau Of Circulations Member California Newspaper Publishers Association THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL COMMUNITY Monsters can be fun Remember the old song that was a huge hit in the ‘50s call “Monster Mash?” The guy who sang it sounded like Boris Karloff -- the greatest Frankenstein to hit the big screen, and a funky kind of dance even evolved from it. Those were the days… but that was another column. Well, as they say… “He’s baaaaaaack!” The theme of this year’s favorite big event, Mardi Gras, is Monster Mash. Start digging in the closet, place your order from Incognito or order online for a costume so that you will be ugly, scary, goofy, weird or strange enough to fit in with the other strange “beings” gathering for Mardi Gras. Of course if you want to just come in jeans, or dress in cocktail attire, that is OK too, but it adds to the fun to just take the risk. This year is the 37th year for the Mardi Gras which is the major fundraiser for St. Mary’s School. It is how they keep overhead, supplies, activities and curriculum covered for the year to keep costs affordable for the parents of the students attending. The parents are totally involved in Mardi Gras -- they work endless hours at the event itself, and the planning begins almost immediately after the previous year’s event. The task is enormous and takes a year to make it better than the year before. Every year, somehow, they seem to top themselves and Mardi Gras just gets better and better. Picture this: When you walk into Carl Purdy Hall the Friday night of Mardi Gras you are transported into a different world. I don’t know how they do it, but they make that plain big old hall look fabulous! There are gaming tables just like in the casinos, great smells from the kitchen and wonderful music provided by DJ Larry Thompson. Your $30 per person (21 and up only) covers a top notch meal provided by Five Star Catering -- Catch some of the menu: Axe Slayer barbecue Tri Tip, Monster Mash Potatoes, Haunting Ghouls Vegetables… well, you get the idea. So much is happening (some simultaneously) that there is an actual schedule -- Community chatter By Kathy Davidson gaming tables (your ticket gives a stake of “funny money” to play with. You can buy more if you need it. You turn in your winnings for great gifts.) silent auction, wine auction, dining, and no host bar. It is a full evening in a very gala environment, not only in decorations, but in attitude. Then Saturday miraculously the hall is transformed from the Mardi Gras party to the Family Fair (aka a carnival) complete with balloon darts, ring tosses, Dessert Derby (great homemade goodies for sale), popcorn, cotton candy, beer, wine, soda, and more. Most of the decorations are still there, which keeps the atmosphere light. Outside are jump houses, a dunk tank and other fun stuff for the kids to be entertained by. The spirit from the night before is still there because one end of the hall is filled with fabulous auction items. So many so that when you enter you will get a list of the items so you can study what you want to bid on. You can bid on car detailing, TVs, electronic goodies, hardware items, beauty products, auto repairs, and all manner of usable services and products. Something for everyone. Here are some of the exceptional ones: One week in Palm Springs, Barrel of wine from Mendocino Wine Group/Parducci, use of a vacation home on the coast and the biggee -- Orthodontist Dr. Green is donating braces worth thousands of dollars (that is a timed item at 2 p.m.). The children in each grade come up on stage with a huge compilation of a “themed” auction item and stand up there proudly to help get the most for their item. One example would be a garden theme and may be in a wheelbarrow, with a rose bush, and 15 or 20 items relating to gardening. It is amazing how the room comes alive. That’s what makes Mardi Gras so special. It is for the kids and it is for our future. A big money-maker for the school is the Truck Raffle. Thurston Auto Plaza is donating a 2006 Toyota Tacoma pickup at cost. Tickets are $20 but there are only so many sold so the odds are great. You pay the sales tax and licensing fees only. Someone has to win, it may be you. Lots of people are selling the tickets, but for Mardi Gras or raffle tickets or any other questions about this extraordinary event, call the school at 462-3888. John Bogner (a St. Mary’s alumni) will help with the auction, and Rex Williams (a former Potter Valley boy and professional auctioneer) will be running the show along with many spotters. They have done this for years, and it is done well and also provides a great show for the crowd. El Azteca is providing the food with a great menu and the line is worth waiting for. Reasonable prices and tasty, tasty, tasty. It is going to be fun, believe me. So join in on the fun, catch the spirit, and support a great local school. Mardi Gras dates are later this year: Saturday, Feb. 25, 6 p.m. to 12:30 am. (Adults 21+ only), and Sunday, Feb. 26 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (all ages) all held in Carl Purdy Hall at the Fairgrounds. Don’t miss these two days of total entertainment and support St. Mary’s School. I also want to thank my readers for the overwhelming response to my “Pardon My Nostalgia” series. I have never received so many cards and comments on any column in the past 28 years of writing columns. I guess it struck a chord with many, and I so appreciate knowing that. I makes me feel like I am not alone in these thoughts and am assured that I am reaching a kindred ear and spirit. Remember, Out of the Mud, Grows the Lotus. VETERANS, FURTHER YOUR EDUCATION AND CAREER AT NO COST VETERANS UPWARD BOUND OFFERS COLLEGE AND CAREER PREPARATION FOR VETERANS ALL COURSES, TEXT, MATERIALS & SERVICES ARE PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE Watch Repair Need a watch battery or watch band? Courses in Mathematics, Using Computers, Speech, Spanish Literature, Writing, Academic and Career Advicements Stop By today... D. William Jewelers ORIENTATION: Wednesday February 22nd at 5:00 p.m. Pear Tree Center 462-4636 Place: 293 Seminary Way, Ukiah For more information Call: 707-764-3988 or 1-800-826-4971 The Ukiah DAILY JOURNAL News for all ages. And comics too. 468-3532 FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 – A-5 A-6 – FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 SPORTS Sports Editor: Tony Adame, 468-3518 LOCAL CALENDAR Mendocino will honor legends today, Saturday 10 athletes, two special inductees in initial class TODAY COLLEGE BASKETBALL Mendocino College Hall of Fame games • Los Medanos College women at Mendocino College, 5:30 p.m. • Los Medanos College men at Mendocino College, 7:30 p.m. COLLEGE BASEBALL • Mendocino College at Diablo Valley College Classic PREP BOYS BASKETBALL • Elsie Allen at Ukiah, 7:30 p.m. • Potter Valley at Point Arena, 8 p.m. • Anderson Valley at Round Valley, 8 p.m. PREP GIRLS BASKETBALL • Los Medanos College women at Mendocino College, 5:30 p.m. • Los Medanos College men at Mendocino College, 7:30 p.m. TODAY By TONY ADAME The Daily Journal Skip Hunter Current Athletic Director has been at Mendocino College since 1973. Mendocino College will induct its initial Hall of Fame class Saturday in a ceremony at Redwood Valley Wine Cellars, honoring 10 athletes and two special inductees. Like good wine, the ceremony has been a long time in the making. COLLEGE BASEBALL • Mendocino College at Diablo Valley College Classic PREP WRESTLING • Ukiah at North Bay League Tournament, Montgomery High School, 9 a.m. -Calendar listings are culled from the most recent schedules provided by the schools and organizations in our coverage area. Please report schedule changes or incorrect listings to The Daily Journal Sports Department at 468-3518. TV LISTINGS TODAY OLYMPICS XX Olympic Winter Games, 1 a.m. (USA) XX Olympic Winter Games,6 a.m. (USA) XX Olympic Winter Games, noon (MSNBC) XX Olympic Winter Games, 2 p.m. (CNBC) XX Olympic Winter Games, 4 p.m. (NBC) XX Olympic Winter Games, 8 p.m. (NBC) udjsports@pacific.net The Ukiah Daily Journal “We started talking about doing this about 25 years ago,” said Mendocino athletic director Skip Hunter. “The problem is, somebody’s got to do it. My thinking was that now that I was athletic director, we’d try. I’m getting close to retirement and this is something that means a lot to me.” Hunter has been affiliated with the college since its inception in 1973, starting off as baseball coach, then moving to softball, and then into his current position as athletic director. The inaugural group of inductees will also be recognized at halftime of tonight’s men’s basketball game at Mendocino College between the Eagles and Los Medanos College. The game is scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. start. The men’s game will be preceded by a women’s game against Los Medanos starting at 5:30 p.m., and the package is being billed as the “Mendocino College Hall of Fame Games.” Because its the first year for the ceremony, the 2006 class will be larger than future classes, with the number of inductees being pared down to five and special inductees to one in future years. The group includes two Ukiah High School graduates in Jeff Burrell and Dennis Willeford. Burrell was a standout football and baseball player who went to See LEGENDS, Page A-7 XX OLYMPICS | MEN’S FIGURE SKATING Plushenko shines in men’s final SATURDAY, FEB. 18 COLLEGE BASKETBALL Men Kentucky at South Carolina, 10:30 am. (CBS) Charlotte at Fordham, 11 a.m. (ESPN) Missouri at Kansas, 12:45 p.m. (CBS) Michigan at Michigan State, 1 p.m. (ESPN) Gonzaga at Loyola Marymount, 3 p.m. (ABC) Arizona State at California, 5 p.m. (FSN) Louisville at Syracuse, 6 p.m. (ESPN) Women Kansas at Iowa State, 11 a.m. (FSN) OLYMPICS XX Olympic Winter Games, 2 a.m. (CNBC) XX Olympic Winter Games, 5 a.m. (USA) XX Olympic Winter Games, 6 a.m. (CNBC) XX Olympic Winter Games, 11 a.m. (NBC) XX Olympic Winter Games, 2 p.m. (MSNBC) XX Olympic Winter Games, 8 p.m. (NBC) AUTO RACING NASCAR, Busch Series, Hershey’s Kissables 300, 10 a.m. (TNT) File photo Russia’s Evgeni Nabokov was perfect in goal against Sweden Thursday with a 5-0 shutout win. Sharks’ Nabokov gets shutout COMMUNITY DIGEST Mendocino College HOF Dinner tickets The Mendocino College athletic department will host its first Hall of Fame induction at the Redwood Valley Cellars wine tasting room (7051 N. State St., Redwood Valley) on Feb. 18. The evening will begin with a no-host wine tasting at 6 p.m. A catered dinner will follow at 7 and the induction ceremony will begin promptly at 8. Tickets for the meal and ceremony are $35 each and can be purchased by contacting either Anna Daugherty or Skip Hunter in the college athletic office (4683255 or 468-3165). 2006 Mendocino College Hall of Fame Inductees: special recognition awards — coaches Ed Boyle and Dan Drew; athlete inductees — Rod Dockins, Jerry Ward, Rikki Hayes, Paul Cronin, Anne Ibarra, John Gastineau, Kurt Ehmann, Dennis Willeford, Jeff Burrell, Randy Sondag. By GREG BEACHAM The Associated Press Ukiah Lions awards night March 5 The Ukiah Lions youth football and cheerleader organization will be holding its 2005 season awards night March 5 at the Ukiah High School cafetorium. The awards ceremony starts at 3:30 p.m. , and first sign ups will also be held at that time. For more information, call Chuck Thornhill at 485-7600. Willits Classic 10-mile and 3-mile runs The North Coast Striders will present the 26th annual Willits Classic Run on February 19th at 10am. The Run will start and finish at Willits Recreation Grove Park. Pre-registration prior to Feb 8th may be done online at www.active.com or by calling 272-4187 for an application. Same day registration will be 8:30 - 9:30am. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Sherwood School Project. The first 60 registrants are guaranteed running hats on race day. Fees: $20 for ages 16 and older, $5 for ages 15 and under (no hat), $3/family NCS member discount. Coyote Valley women’s basketball looking for teams The Coyote Valley Recreation Department is looking for teams to fill out its Women’s Basketball League. The season will start March 13 and run through April, with the playoffs beginning May 1. The sponsors fee of $250 is due by March 6, and a $10 player fee is due by the first game. The mandatory managers meeting will be Monday, March 6, at 7 p.m. at the Coyote Valley Gymansium. Any team not represented will not be allowed to participate. For more information call Ronnie DeSoto at 472-2233. Ten Star All Star basketball camp Applications are now being evalutated for the Ten Star All Star summer basketball camp. The camp is by invitation only and boys and girls ages 10-19 are eligible to apply. In 2005, players from 50 states and 18 foreign countries attended the camp. See DIGEST, Page A-7 ANG Newspapers Evgeni Plushenko won a gold medal at Turin after winning silver in 2002 at the Salt Lake City WinterOlympics. American Johnny Weir (below) went from second to fifth. American Weir lets medal slip away, finishes fifth By NANCY ARMOUR The Associated Press TURIN, Italy (AP) — Evgeni Plushenko was well into his Olympic victory lap, waving his flowers and wrapping himself in the Russian flag, before the silver and bronze medalists even climbed off the podium. These were Plushenko’s games. Everyone else just filled out the field, mere subjects to figure skating’s new king. Plushenko, the silver medalist four years ago in Salt Lake City, skated safely but just strong enough to add his name to the Russian/Soviet dynasty that now has won the men’s individual gold medal in five straight Olympics. “Four years ago, it was not my Olympic games,” he said. “This Olympic games is mine. For sure.” As if there was ever any doubt. Plushenko’s score of 167.67 points in the free skate gave him 258.33 overall — an incredible 27.12 points in front of Swiss world champion and silver medalist Stephane Lambiel. Canada’s Jeff Buttle, second to Lambiel at last year’s world championships when Plushenko was injured, won the bronze. American Johnny Weir let a medal slip away with a cautious, error-filled program, dropping from second to fifth — one spot below teammate Evan Lysacek. The third American, Matt Savoie, was seventh. “I tell you the truth. This is my dream,” Plushenko said, holding up his gold medal. “Yeah. And I’m so happy.” The audience laughed, not sure what to make of his serious look. “Believe me,” he said. “I am so happy.” And then a grin broke wide across his face. Plushenko’s victory gave his country both figure skating gold medals so far — Tatiana Totmianina and Maxim Marinin won the pairs — and Russia is favored in women and dance. Plushenko has been one of the world’s best since he was 15, yet he seemed more like Alexei Yagudin’s kid brother in Salt Lake City. Only 19 then, he was shy and quiet, and the obvious animosity between his former training partner and his beloved coach didn’t help. He lost his chance for gold when he botched his short program, then faded into the background of Yagudin’s brilliance. As Yagudin waxed poetic about winning the gold, the younger Russian watched silently, stone-faced. But Yagudin soon moved on, and Plushenko grew into his own man. One who would move the sport even further ahead, while everyone else struggles to catch up. “He’s pushed skating more than anyone I can think of,” Buttle said. “Being on the podium with him really is an honor. This bronze medal means a lot more to me than the silver I won last year.” There’s bad news for Lambiel, Buttle and the rest of the gang, too. Though he’s an Olympic gold and silver medalist and a three-time See PLUSHENKO, Page A-8 TURIN, Italy — The illustration on Evgeni Nabokov’s new goalie mask depicts a boat flying the flags of several Olympic nations — and a big shark biting through the hull. So there’s nothing subtle about his headgear. But this tournament is a lifelong ambition for the San Jose Sharks star: When he stepped onto Olympic ice wearing Russia’s elegant red jersey on Thursday, he fulfilled a dream that had been deferred for nearly 30 years. Sixty minutes later, Nabokov finished a 5-0 shutout victory over Sweden. The dream got even better — and Nabokov hopes he can reach a few more lofty goals before he’s done in Italy. Nabokov made 24 saves in his first major international competition with Russia, more than four years after he was barred from participating in the Salt Lake City Games. He finally has permission to play for the same team he idolized as a youth, and he’s determined not to waste it. “It’s so hard to explain what I feel, because it’s been a long time (coming),” Nabokov said, glancing down at the bright sweater complementing his teal pads. “I feel really proud putting on this jersey. I’ve been waiting for this a long time, and to have a good game is the best thing I can imagine.” Nabokov was born in Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan, but raised in Russia from his first year. At 19, he played for Kazakhstan at the 1994 world championships — but as he developed from an unknown, ninthround draft pick into a top NHL goalie, that decision hindered his international plans. He was unable to join Russia in 2002 because International Ice Hockey Federation rules usually prevent a player from changing allegiances if he played for one nation before he turned 18. Nabokov wanted to play for Russia in the 2004 World Cup of Hockey, which isn’t govSee NABOKOV, Page A-8 Solano clinches BVC title The Daily Journal FAIRFIELD – Solano College clinched the Bay Valley Conference women’s championship Wednesday with a 78-31 win over visiting Mendocino College. Solano’s record improved to 11-1 in BVC play and 23-9 overall. Mendocino is 1-10 in league play. Contra Costa’s loss to Merritt College Wednesday gave Solano the title outright. Getting behind the Eagles 4-2 early, Solano reeled off a 29-1 run and never looked back, hitting a whopping 12 3pointers. Michelle McMullen had a double-double for Mendocino with 13 points and 13 rebounds. THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL SPORTS Ukiah J.V. edged by Montgomery The Daily Journal The Ukiah junior varsity girls lost a hard fought game in double overtime to Montgomery Tuesday, 56-55. “I’m really proud of the way our girls played,” said Ukiah head coach Dave Downey. “They have nothing to be ashamed of. One more bucket here or there and it is a different game.” Ukiah Led 29-25 at halftime, but Montgomery managed to tie the score at the end of regulation at 48-48. Emily Houghton led Ukiah in scoring with 15 points and Katie Dhooghe had a monster game for the Wildcats with 14 points, 14 rebounds, and three steals. Yvette Vasquez was the other Ukiah player in double figures with 13 points. COMMUNITY DIGEST — CONTINUED FROM PAGE A-6 For a free brochure, call 704-3730873. City of Ukiah girls youth softball The City of Ukiah Community Service Department would like to announce the beginning of registration for the 2006 Girls Youth Softball League. Participants may register individually and will be placed on teams according to their grade level. The league will be divided into the following divisions: Grades K-2 (T-Ball); Grades 3/4; Grades 5/6; and Grades 7-12. League play begins in early April and will run through early June. Cost is $50 per player (sibling discounts and Low Income Discounts are available). The registration deadline is February, 27, 2006 and forms are available at the City of Ukiah (411 West Clay). For more information, call 463-6714. City of Ukiah co-ed volleyball league The City of Ukiah Community Service Department would like to announce the beginning of registration for the 2006 Co-Ed Volleyball League. Adults, 16 years and older, are invited to register on a team of up to 12 players. Recreational and Competitive leagues are available. All teams will play at least 8 games and at least 1 playoff game. Games will be played on week-nights starting in late March or early April and running into June. You may register as a team or individuals interested in playing may register and be placed on an available team. Cost is $275 per team (up to 12 players) or $40 per individual before March 2. Registration forms are available at the City of Ukiah, 411 W. Clay St. Call 463-6714 for more information. Women’s self defesne class at World Gym Women’s self defense will be taught in a one-time class Mar. 4 at World Gym Fitness Center from 9:30 a..m.-1 p.m. The class fee is $5 per person, and pre-registration is required. Registration forms can be piced up at Coldwell Banker Mendo Realty in Ukiah. For more information or to register call Erika Holzhauer at 462-5400. Space is limited and registration forms must be received by Mar. 1. Pony & Colt League Pony & Colt League will hold its’ 2006 sign ups Feb. 18 and Feb. 25 from 1-3 p.m. at Mendo-Lake Office Products. Players must be between the ages of 13-17 on or before July 31, 2006. An original county certified birth certificate is required for age verification. The cost to sign up is $75 for the first child and $65 for each additional sib- ling. For more information, call Chris at 468-3800. Ukiah Women's 18-Hole Golf Club Sheriff’s Activity League offers fitness for kids Local lady golfers are invited to join the Ukiah Women’s 18-Hole Golf Club. Golfers hit the links every Tuesday. Those interested in joining the club may call Shirley Dietrick at 485-5540. The Sheriff’s Activity League kids fitness class meets every Thursday evening from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Redwood Health Club. The class is co-ed, for ages 7-12. It is a positive, high energy class with ACE certified fitness trainer Melissa Johnson of RHC. Melissa incorporates fun routines and new games to challenge children to get up and move. You do not have to be a member of RHC to join, and there is a $5 annual insurance/administration fee per child. For more information, call SAL President Mike Tobin at 354-0565. U.W.A.A. softball meeting for 2006 season Feb. 21 A general meeting for the Ukiah Women’s Athletic Association 2006 women’s softball season will be held Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. at Wright Stuff Pizza. All teams and women interested in playing softball this season are welcome. For more information contact 9721719. City of Ukiah men’s softball league The City of Ukiah Community Service Department would like to announce the beginning of the 2006 men’s softball league. There is an information meeting at The Pub in Ukiah March 16 at 6:30 p.m. League play is scheduled to begin in early May. Team fees are $450 for the sponsor fee and $30 per player, with checks made payable to the City of Ukiah. Registration forms are available at the Ukiah Civic Center Annex at 411 West Clay St., and the registration deadline is April 13. Player fees will be collected from team managers at the first game. Space is limited. For more information, call 463-6714. City of Ukiah women’s softball league The City of Ukiah Community Service Department would like to announce the beginning of the 2006 women’s softball league. League play will be on Tuesday and Wednesday nights and is scheduled to begin in early May. Team fees are $450 for the sponsor fee and $30 per player, with checks made payable to the City of Ukiah. Registration forms are available at the Ukiah Civic Center Annex at 411 West Clay St., and the registration deadline is April 13. Player fees will be collected from team managers at the first game. Space is limited. For more information, call 463-6714. Tiny Tigers kinderkarate Tollow Dojo is hosting the weekly Tiny Tigers kinder karate course, which utilizes proven techniques to teach martial arts to children 4 to 6 years old. The class is held Saturdays from 12:30-1:20 p.m. The first class is free. Call 463-1347 or 621-0714 to sign up. Tollow Dojo is located at 3001 S. State St., No. 4. Willits boxing program The Sheriff's Youth Activities League "Willits" Boxing Program is currently meeting at the Body Works Gym and Martial Arts Center (1511 Main St. in Willits) on Monday and Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. in the aerobic room. This program is free and open to the public. Ages 8 and above are encouraged to participate. For more information, call Body Works Gym at 459-0594. There is an annual $5 insurance/registration fee. Boxers wanted Boxing classes are offered by Mendocino County Sheriff’s SAL and are ongoing at the Redwood Health Club for all ages and levels. New expanded class times for winter 2006 are: Thursday, 6:45 p.m; Friday, 5 p.m.; Sunday 5 p.m.; Tuesday 5:30 p.m. Anyone interested in joining SAL must fill out the necessary paperwork to become a SAL member and pay $5 a year, and membership is free to Redwood Health Club members. Minors must have the forms signed by their parents. Please allow 10 minutes before class to do this. Call Cris and Pattie at 463-1339 for questions. To place an announcement in the “Community Sports Digest,” contact The Ukiah Daily Journal Sports Department by phone at 468-3518. You may also mail your listing to 590 S. School Street, Ukiah, Calif., 95482, e-mail it to udjsports@pacific.net, or fax it to us at 468-3544. Because the “Community Sports Digest” is a FREE service, no guarantees can be made on the frequency of a listing’s appearance in The Daily Journal. To assure your event maximum publicity, please contact either our classified (4683535) or display advertising (4683510) departments. FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 – A-7 Davis will resign from Indiana at end of season By MICHAEL MAROT The Associated Press BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Mike Davis’ departure from Indiana was as sudden as his ascent to the top of Hoosiers basketball. Just a couple dozen yards from where he became Bob Knight’s successor in 2000, Davis walked into in a crowded room and announced he would resign at the end of the season. He was still wearing a crimson Hoosiers’ sweater as he urged fans to unite behind the program. “Don’t be sad for me. Please don’t be sad for me,” Davis said as his wife watched from the side. “This is like the MasterCard commercial. You know, it’s priceless what God has given me to be the head basketball coach here.” The embattled heir to one of college basketball’s signature programs made his decision public with five games left before the Big Ten tournament. In six seasons, he was Legends Continued from Page A-6 Humboldt State University, where he started for two years at fullback. There is only one woman in the initial class, softball standout Anne Ibarra-Bobich, something Hunter says will change in future years. “The only reason there’s one woman is because initially, we didn’t have a lot of women’s athletics,” Hunter said. “We’ve had some great women athletes, and they will end up in the hall.” Hunter started working on putting together Saturday’s ceremony in December 2004, putting together a committee of 10 people who began looking at a group of 70 nominees, 109-76. But Indiana (13-9, 5-6) has been slumping lately. The Hoosiers have lost four straight games and are just 3-7 since a promising 10-2. Indiana president Adam Herbert said he had planned to wait until after the season ended to evaluate whether the 45-year-old Davis would return as coach next year, but Davis wouldn’t wait. Herbert said Davis initiated discussions before the Connecticut game on Feb. 4. They met again afterward and eventually agreed on an $800,000 buyout — a hefty price for an athletics department that has run a multimillion dollar deficit in recent years. Davis was scheduled to earn about $800,000 over the final two years of his contract. At the news conference, Herbert and athletic director Rick Greenspan extolled Davis’ successes — becoming the first coach in school history to win 20 games and reach the NCAA tournament in each of his first three seasons, leading the Hoosiers to the national championship game in 2002 and producing one of the nation’s finest recruiting classes two years ago. But fan unrest, unfinished business and incessant pressure led to Davis’ decision. “Every year there’s been a rumor that coach Davis would not be here and every year I’m back,” Davis said. “I wanted it to be on my terms.” He has long had a troubled relationship with Indiana’s fans. Less than two months after becoming the coach, Davis drew attention by saying after a loss to Kentucky that he “wasn’t the right man for job.” The next season, some fans were upset that Davis said he wanted to coach in the NBA one day. On Monday, he said he believed that IU fans needed a former Indiana player to coach the team so they could embrace him. dating all the way back to 1973. Nominees had to have been at least five years removed from playing at Mendocino, had to have been named to some type of all-conference or All-American team or set some type of individual record. The nominees also had to have attained at least a 2.0 grade point average. “We felt like that when you’re here, you’re supposed to be a student athlete,” Hunter said. “We ended up having the highest requirement for any Hall of Fame that we researched.” Each new member will receive a 10 karat gold ring and a plaque with their picture on it and a list of their accomplishments The inductees will also be chaperoned to the ceremony via stretch limousine and a three minute DVD of each individual will be shown at the ceremony set to music picked by the athlete being honored. “We want this to be a special moment for them,” Hunter said. “We’re trying to do it up right.” Hunter has been asked to introduce three of the athletes, baseball player Rod Dockins, who played in the Philadelphia Philllies organizations, Clearlake’s Rik Hayes, and Burrell. “These guys, and girl, weren’t here when we had great facilities like we do today,” Hunter said. “To say who’s been my favorite, that’s tough.” Reach Tony Adame at udjsports@pacific.net. SCOREBOARD LOCAL COLLEGE/PREP STANDINGS BAY VALLEY CONFERENCE Men Contra Costa Yuba Alameda Mendocino Solano Los Medanos Merritt Napa Valley Marin Conf. 13-2 13-3 10-5 8-7 6-9 5-10 5-10 5-10 3-12 Overall 21-9 23-9 14-16 11-17 9-17 13-19 10-20 9-20 5-23 Conf. N/A N/A 11-1 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1-11 Overall N/A N/A 23-9 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A n/a Women Contra Costa Yuba Solano Merritt Los Medanos Napa Valley Marin Alameda Mendocino NORTH BAY LEAGUE Boys C. Newman Montgomery Rancho Cotate Ukiah Maria Carrillo Elsie Allen Piner Santa Rosa Conf. 12-0 11-2 8-4 5-8 4-8 4-8 4-8 1-11 Overall 21-3 19-6 16-8 13-12 11-13 10-14 7-15 6-17 Conf. 13-0 11-2 9-4 6-7 6-7 4-9 3-10 0-13 Overall 21-3 21-4 10-14 9-16 11-14 7-17 8-16 4-21 Girls Maria Carrillo Montgomery Ursuline Ukiah Santa Rosa Piner Elsie Allen Rancho Cotate NORTH CENTRAL LEAGUE II Boys Mendocino Point Arena Anderson Valley Potter Valley Round Valley Laytonville Leggett Valley Conf. 10-1 9-2 7-3 6-5 3-6 2-9 0-11 Overall 15-9 15-8 10-12 15-10 9-10 5-18 8-16 Conf. 11-0 6-4 6-5 6-5 4-6 4-7 0-10 Overall 20-3 13-9 7-13 9-15 8-15 8-13 3-18 Girls Laytonville Potter Valley Point Arena Mendocino Round Valley Leggett Valley Anderson Valley GOLF PGA - NISSAN OPEN At Riviera Country Club Los Angeles Purse: $5.1 million Yardage: 7,279; Par 71 (35-36) Partial First Round Note: Due to darkness eight golfers unable to complete first round. They will complete the round Friday. Justin Rose 31-33 — 64 Dean Wilson 32-32 — 64 Fred Couples 31-35 — 66 Billy Mayfair 34-32 — 66 Jesper Parnevik 31-35 — 66 Bob Estes 33-33 — 66 Rod Pampling Harrison Frazar Rory Sabbatini Chad Campbell Tom Lehman Corey Pavin Trevor Immelman Charles Howell III Pat Perez Kevin Sutherland Olin Browne Stuart Appleby Adam Scott Joey Sindelar Kevin Na Jeff Brehaut David Duval Peter Lonard Arron Oberholser Brandt Jobe Nick Watney Tom Pernice, Jr. Tiger Woods Brad Faxon Jason Bohn Jim Furyk Doug Barron Greg Owen Luke Donald Tag Ridings K.J. Choi Scott Verplank D.J. Trahan Duffy Waldorf James Driscoll Brent Geiberger Vaughn Taylor Carl Pettersson Scott McCarron John Rollins Tim Clark Chris Riley J.L. Lewis Joe Durant Lee Janzen Bo Van Pelt Shane Bertsch Paul Stankowski Charles Warren Paul McGinley Tim Petrovic Shaun Micheel Ernie Els John Daly Heath Slocum Sean O’Hair Yasuharu Imano 34-33 34-33 33-34 33-34 35-32 33-34 32-35 32-36 33-35 32-36 35-33 35-33 36-32 34-34 35-33 35-33 33-35 33-35 34-34 34-34 30-38 33-36 34-35 35-34 34-35 36-33 33-36 35-34 33-36 35-34 34-35 35-34 33-37 32-38 34-36 34-36 36-34 35-35 35-35 34-36 36-34 36-34 36-34 36-34 34-36 34-36 35-35 36-34 36-34 33-37 32-38 35-35 34-36 36-34 35-35 37-33 36-34 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 67 67 67 67 67 67 67 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 68 69 69 69 69 69 69 69 69 69 69 69 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES—Agreed to terms with 2B Brian Roberts on a one-year contract. CLEVELAND INDIANS—Agreed to terms with SS Jhonny Peralta on a one-year contract. KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Agreed to terms with OF Chad Allen and INF Benji Gil on minor league contracts. NEW YORK YANKEES—Agreed to terms with RHP Scott Erickson on a minor league contract. TAMPA BAY DEVIL RAYS—Named Andres Reiner special assistant to baseball operations. TEXAS RANGERS—Agreed to terms with C Gerald Laird, LHP C.J. Wilson and OF Jason Botts on one-year contracts. National League ATLANTA BRAVES—Agreed to terms with RHP Carlos Almanzar on a minor league contract. CINCINNATI REDS—Agreed to terms with RHP Luke Hudson on a one-year contract and sent him outright to Louisville of the IL. Announced the retirement of John Moses, first base coach. Named Chris Buckley senior director of scouting. PITTSBURGH PIRATES—Extended their affiliation agreement with Lynchburg of the Carolina League through the 2008 season. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association BOSTON CELTICS—Assigned F Gerald Green to Florida of the NBA Development League. FOOTBALL National Football League CHICAGO BEARS—Named Steven Wilks defensive backs coach. CINCINNATI BENGALS—Signed Marvin Lewis, coach, to a two-year contract extension through the 2010 season. DALLAS COWBOYS—Named Freddie Kitchens tight ends coach, Chris Palmer quarterbacks coach and Vincent Brown inside linebackers coach. DETROIT LIONS—Named Mike Barry assistant offensive line coach, Clayton Lopez defensive backs coach and Fred Reed defensive assistant. HOUSTON TEXANS—Re-signed G Fred Weary. INDIANAPOLIS COLTS—Signed K Shane Andrus, WR Montiese Culton, OL Bo Lacy, DB Chris Laskowski, DB Brandon Lynch, DE Gabe Nyenhuis, RB Vashon Pearson, K Dave Rayner, WR Dan Sheldon, DE Justin Brown, WR Roscoe Crosby, LB Nick Hannah, TE Joey Hawkins, DB Eric Hill, C Mike Johnson and WR John Standeford. Allocated Brown, Crosby, Hannah, Hawkins, Hill and Johnson to NFL Europe. NEW ORLEANS SAINTS—Named Marion Hobby defensive line coach and Tony Oden defensive assistant and secondary coach. COLLEGE INDIANA—Announced the resignation of Mike Davis, men’s basketball coach, effective at the end of the season. OLYMPICS THURSDAY’S MEDALISTS BIATHLON Women’s 7.5km Sprint GOLD—Florence Baverel-Robert, France SILVER—Anna Carin Olofsson, Sweden BRONZE—Lilia Efremova, Ukraine CROSSCOUNTRY SKIING Women’s 10km (classical) GOLD—Kristina Smigun, Estonia SILVER—Marit Bjorgen, Norway BRONZE—Hilde Pedersen, Norway FIGURE SKATING Men GOLD—Evgeni Plushenko, Russia SILVER—Stephane Lambiel, Switzerland BRONZE—Jeffrey Buttle, Canada NORDIC COMBINED Team GOLD—Austria (Michael Gruber, Christoph Bieler, Felix Gottwald, Mario Stecher). SILVER—Germany (Bjoern Kircheisen, Georg Hettich, Ronny Ackermann, Jens Gaiser). BRONZE—Finland (Antti Kuisma, Anssi Koivuranta, Jaakko Tallus, Hannu Manninen). SKELETON Women’s Singles GOLD—Maya Pedersen, Switzerland. SILVER—Shelley Rudman, Britain. BRONZE—Mellisa Hollingsworth-Richards, Canada. SNOWBOARDING Men’s Snowboard Cross GOLD—Seth Wescott, Farmington, Maine. SILVER—Radoslav Zidek, Slovakia. BRONZE—Paul-Henri Delerue, France. SPEEDSKATING Men’s Team Pursuit GOLD—Italy (Matteo Anesi, Enrico Fabris, Ippolito Sanfratello). SILVER—Canada (Arne Dankers, Steven Elm, Justin Warsylewicz). BRONZE—Netherlands (Sven Kramer, Mark Tuitert, Carl Verheijen). Women’s Team Pursuit GOLD—Germany (Daniela Anschuetz Thoms, Anni Friesinger, Claudia Pechstein). SILVER—Canada (Kristina Groves, Clara Hughes, Christine Nesbitt). BRONZE—Russia (Yekaterina Abramova, Yekaterina Lobysheva, Svetlana Vysokova). MEDAL COUNT At Turin, Italy Through Thursday, Feb. 16 34 total medal events Nation G Norway 1 Russia 5 Germany 5 United States 6 Canada 1 Austria 3 China 1 Italy 2 Finland 0 Sweden 2 France 2 Netherlands 1 Switzerland 1 South Korea 1 Estonia 2 Australia 1 Britain 0 Bulgaria 0 Croatia 0 Czech Republic 0 Slovakia 0 Latvia 0 Ukraine 0 S 6 2 4 2 3 2 2 0 2 1 0 2 2 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 B 6 4 1 1 4 1 3 3 3 1 2 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 Tot 13 11 10 9 8 6 6 5 5 4 4 4 4 3 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Friday, February 24 at 9 pm RAIN A Tribute to the Beatles Reserved Seating $25 Get Your Tickets Today! 800.809.3636 Bring this coupon to the Players’ Club for your Free Gift Limit one per person. Expires February 28, 2006. Code UDJ060202 www.robinsonrancheria.com 1545 E. HWY 20 IN NICE ON THE BEAUTIFUL NORTH SHORE OF CLEAR LAKE Management reserves all rights. SPORTS A-8 – FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL Gordon, Schmidt trying to overcome injuries in return Sadler win qualfiers The Associated Press By JENNA FRYER The Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — It’s official: Jeff Gordon is the driver to beat in the Daytona 500. Gordon, looking to rebound from a disappointing season that saw him miss the Chase for the championship, showed his team is back on track with a victory Thursday in one of the qualifying races. The win comes on the heels of his strong qualifying run — Gordon was second during time trials — and makes him the odds-on favorite to defend his title in Sunday’s season opener. “That was a great 60-lap practice for us and this team,” he said. “I am really thrilled with the whole performance of this team and this race car right now.” Gordon will face a stiff challenge in the main event from Elliott Sadler, who won the first qualifying event to cap what has been a stout week for his Robert Yates Racing team. Sadler was fourth in time trials and was dominating in his victory. “It feels pretty good,” he said. “We beat them all pretty handily.” Sadler will lean on past lessons learned to transfer the momentum from this win into Sunday’s event. He won a qualifying race in 2004, only to fade to a seventh-place finish in the 500. And teammate Dale Jarrett was in the same spot last season after winning a qualifier, and he wound up a disappointing 15th. But Sadler believes his team is more prepared at the start of the season than ever before. “From a mental standpoint, not from a nut-and-bolts thing with the race car, but from a mental standpoint I think this team is more focused and more ready to go,” Sadler said. “I feel like I’m the quarterback of this race team. It’s time for me to act like it.” The qualifying races are used to set the field for the Daytona 500, and 23 drivers went into Thursday vying for the four open spots on the starting grid. Kevin LePage and Bill Elliott each raced their way in during the first event, then Mike Wallace and Kirk Shelmerdine grabbed the other two spots. A quirk in the way the field is determined pushed Robby Gordon into the 500 before he even began his qualifying event, rectifying the disappointment of last season when he was shut out of the biggest race of the year. Things were rather uneventful in Sadler’s race until Chad Chaffin, one of 23 drivers trying to earn one of four spots in the main event, blew a tire with two laps to go. NASCAR threw out a caution flag, and as the field rounded Daytona International Speedway the lead drivers noticed a chunk of debris from Chaffin’s car in the middle of the track. They all slowed up to avoid running over it, and Sterling Marlin was unable to avoid hitting anyone. He swerved into the back of Jarrett’s car, severely damaging his own vehicle while sending the unsuspecting Jarrett spinning into the grass. The field was bunched back up for a green-whitecheckered finish, and Sadler wasn’t challenged over the final two laps. Carl Edwards finished second, beating Dale Earnhardt Jr. by a nose. NASCAR didn’t have to scold anyone for bump drafting, an aggressive racing technique that has been under fire since last Saturday’s exhibition race. Tony Stewart warned the problem was so bad that someone could be killed during the 500, so NASCAR warned the drivers during their pre-race meeting that it would be policed and penalized on Thursday. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The San Francisco Giants exercised their $10.5 million option on right-hander Jason Schmidt, hopeful the injuries that limited him to reduced velocity and 12 victories last year are gone. Schmidt, 89-40 in four-plus seasons with the Giants, hopes so, too. He stepped up his winter workout regimen in preparation for a fresh start, but offered no guarantee he would be the hard thrower of old. “I was pitching 80 percent, and that’s not easy to do,” he said. “We’ll get out there and see if it’s back. If it’s not, I’m in better shape now to deal with things. Mentally, I’ve already dealt with it once. We all have stuff we go through.” Schmidt wants to avoid another slow start, one which Plushenko Continued from Page A-6 world champion, Plushenko said he isn’t close to being done. “Why should I retire?” he asked. “I’m 23 years old. Next Olympic games, I’m going to be 27. Not old.” Plushenko’s competitors had already conceded the gold in these games after the short program, which he won by 10 points. But just in case anyone had any ideas, Plushenko quickly eliminated them with his “Godfather” program. Skating first in the final group, he opened with a quadruple toe loop-triple toedouble loop combination, followed with a triple axel-double toe. It was over right there. Though he looked as if he needed a push to get across the ice in his footwork and didn’t have his usual flair, it was far too much for anyone to match. He crossed himself twice at the end, then got a big hug and kiss on the cheek from longtime coach Alexei Mishin. He also kissed his wedding ring while awaiting his marks, a tribute to his new wife, Maria. “I would like to say a word about my coach and my choreographer. They helped me a lot and they really are my friends,” Plushenko said. “And I also would like to say a lot of things to my parents, especially mother. “This is just like in the Grammys,” he said, smiling. “I would like to thank my wife. I love her and I really miss her.” Plushenko was so sure of produced a 6-5 record and a 5.01 ERA at the All-Star break. General manager Brian Sabean also wants to see improvement. “The more you see of the old Jason Schmidt, the more you want to sign him,” Sabean said when asked about the pitcher’s future with the club. “We need him to get through 200 innings.” Because of injuries, Schmidt worked 172 innings in 29 starts last year. But he learned to pitch effectively with less velocity and went 6-2 after the break to finish 12-7 with a 4.40 ERA. Then the Giants decided against a $3.5 million buyout. “I thought it was a 50-50 thing,” Schmidt said about returning to the Giants. “I have mixed emotions about it. I’m going back to a familiar team. I never said I didn’t want to be his victory he stuck around to watch Lambiel and Weir. He had good reason to be confident. One by one his main challengers — if you can call them that — skated, and one by one they fell short. Lambiel landed a gorgeous quad toe-triple toe-double loop combination and had exceptional spins. But he never even tried a triple axel — a staple for the top juniors in the world — and he barely saved himself from splatting on his second quad toe. He also fell on a triple lutz. “I’m very happy with my medal tonight,” said Lambiel, who sobbed on the medals podium. “But I know I can do better. My performance was not so good.” Indeed, the silver medal was Weir’s for the taking after Lambiel’s shoddy program. But instead of being his usual wonderfully unaffected self, Weir was terrified. He arrived at the arena a half-hour later than expected because the bus he’d planned to take from the athletes’ village never showed up, and he never got back on track. “I didn’t feel into the ice. I didn’t feel comfortable. And I’m sure, to everybody, I didn’t look like myself,” he said. “But those are just an excuse. here. It’s just it would have been a good time to be a free agent.” Now, Schmidt will be pitching for a contract again and is eager to avoid the frustrations that accompanied his worst season with the Giants after he won an ERA title in 2003 (2.34) and went 18-7 in 2004. “It was one of those years,” he said of 2005. “The first one or two starts were the only ones where I felt normal. You’re coming out of the All-Star break and you’re trying to save face till the end. “You realize things aren’t going your way for whatever reason. A mental break is what I needed more than anything. I beat myself up, and there was a lot of other stuff going on. I just needed to get away from it. I got beyond frustrated.” I skated bad.” He two-footed a triple axel, had a shaky landing on a triple lutz, did a sloppy triple flip and spun as though he didn’t really want to turn. Worse, he plodded through the footwork that normally has him dancing across the ice. With only one combination jump, his medal chances disappeared and he was sixth in the free skate. “I’m disappointed with the way I skated, not with losing a medal,” Weir said. “I was off, it was an off night. But I’ll be back in four years, hopefully for a medal.” Lysacek, 20, likely will be back, too. The runner-up to Weir at nationals when Lysacek won the free skate, he packed his “Carmen” routine with emotion and motion — hitting all eight of his triple jumps, three in combinations, and spinning precisely and quickly. Amazing considering he has a stomach flu and was bedridden Wednesday. He covered his face with his hand at the finish, then fell to one knee with the crowd on its feet. His personal best of 152.58 was third in the free skate and a terrific way to make up for a poor short program (10th). Girl’s Youth Softball (K- 12; 2/ 27 deadline) Women’s Softball (18& up; 4/ 13 deadline) Men’s Softball (18& up; 4/ 13 deadline) Co- ed Volleyball (16& up; 3/ 2 deadline) Spring Break Basketball Camp (4/ 17- 4/ 21) Ultimate Frisbee (ongoing) Register Today! Forms may be picked up at the City of Ukiah Recreation Department 8: 00am - 5: 00pm, Monday - Friday 411 West Clay Street • Ukiah, CA 95482 Call (707) 463- 6714 for more information ANG Newspapers Jason Schmidt went 12-7 with a 4.40 ERA in 2005, while fighting injuries the whole season. Nabokov Continued from Page A-6 erned by those international rules, but he was hurt. He finally got permission to play in Turin, skating around the IIHF rules with an arcane exception regarding the breakup of the former Soviet Union. When Chicago’s Nikolai Khabibulin sprained his knee, Nabokov and Anaheim’s Ilya Bryzgalov were left in charge of the Russian net. “Nabby did a great job for us,” Russian defenseman Darius Kasparaitis said. “He was strong back there. A lot of us have played with him and he played great tonight.” Bryzgalov struggled Wednesday in a surprising 5-3 loss to Slovakia, but Nabokov was unflappable against the powerful Swedish team. As always when he plays well, Nabokov deflected every ounce of praise. “We played a disciplined team game, which is pretty good for just the second game of the Olympics,” Nabokov said. “Usually it takes a while to get there. It’s a different game over here, and you have to play the position a different way because the ice is big. But it’s still exciting, and I’m having a great time.” The Sharks had a big allaround showing at the Palasport Olimpico on the sixth day of Olympic competition. Canada’s Joe Thornton picked up an assist in his nation’s 5-1 victory over Germany — and defenseman Christian Ehrhoff, his teammate in San Jose, scored the Germans’ only goal. “Good job, Chris,” Thornton yelled at Ehrhoff, smacking the young defenseman’s shin pads with his stick when they passed in the hallway afterward. Forward Marcel Goc also played for Germany, while 20-year-old Sharks prospect Thomas Greiss stopped 35 shots in goal for Canada. Nabokov briefly spoke with his San Jose teammates in recent days, seeing Thornton at the athletes’ village and chatting with Goc and Ehrhoff at the rink. Nabokov sat out the Sharks’ final three games before the Olympic break because of a conflict with coach Ron Wilson, so he’s rested for the tournament. ATTENTION CHOWDERHEADS! 55th Annual St. Mary’s Clam Chowder Feed Thursday • February 23rd • 6:30pm at St. Mary’s School THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL COMMUNITY BRIEFS Willits counselor brings Speaking Circles to county For the first time in Mendocino County, Willits-based clinical hypnotherapist and personal coach Doreen Blumenfeld will be offering a series of workshops on Relational Presence through Speaking Circles later this year. Speaking Circles are used for a variety of purposes such as increasing public speaking skills, overcoming shyness or increasing communication skills. Special groups such as adolescents, ADD sufferers, couples, corporate management groups, health care providers, as well as most individuals benefit from the process. Blumenfeld, CHT is a wellness counselor with more than 20 years experience, a clinical hypnotherapist and a certified speaking circles facilitator. She recorded the best-selling CD, “Journey into Deep Relaxation.” Preregistration is required for all Circles. Space is limited. Fees include an individual videotape. For more information or to reserve a space, contact Doreen Blumenfeld, 4598688, or email relax@hearthill.com. NAMI to hold 12-week course on coping with depressed family The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Ukiah will sponsor a free, comprehensive 12week course designed specifically for families of people with major depression, deplore disorder, schizophrenia, panic disorder, or obsessive compulsive disorder. The class is structured to help family members better understand and support their ill relative while maintaining their own well being. The class will be held one evening a weeks from 6 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 462-0490. Relay for Life committee starting planning for event The Inland Mendocino County American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life committee is already under way planning this year’s event to be held June 24 and June 25, from 10 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Ukiah High School. Those who would like to participate in the 2006 Relay for Life, on a planning sub-committee or as a team captain or member are encouraged to attend. Planning meetings are held the first Thursday of every month, at the Ukiah ACS office at 115 E Smith Street, Ukiah, from 5:45 to 7:15 p.m. Team captains meetings are held the last Wednesday of every month at the Ukiah ACS office at 115 E Smith Street, Ukiah, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, please contact the American Cancer Society at 462-7642, option 3. Kiwanis Club to hold Crab Feed and Auction Saturday Bring your appetites and your wallets to the 28th Annual Ukiah Kiwanis Club Crab Feed & Auction. The event will be held Saturday, at 6 p.m. at the Elks Lodge at 1400 Hastings Road, Ukiah. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children 7 to 11. Children 6 and under are free. The event will feature a live and silent auction and all-you-can-eat fresh cracked crab and all the fixings. Proceeds go to fund Kiwanis Club activities in the local community including CASA, Ukiah Skate park, Food bank, NCO, Young Children Priority One, American Cancer Society, PACE, Christmas Effort, City Park Service Project, various schools/sports programs to name a few! Tickets can be purchased by calling 391-5467. Human Rights Commission organizing meeting Saturday The first organizational meeting to create a Human Rights Commission will be on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Public Health building, in conference room 1. The address is 1120 S. Dora St., and those attending are invited to bring a bag lunch. The need to create a Human Rights Commission was expressed after many Ukiahans saw the “Not in our Town” presentation and panel this past summer. The movie COMMUNITY was about five hate crimes that had happened in Northern California and how those communities responded, making their communities safer. It was pointed out during the questions to the panel that Ukiah did not have a Human Rights Commission. Recently, with the report about neo-Nazis at the high school, it seems imperative that we move forward, organizers said. The meeting will be facilitated by Ernie Jones, who helped create the Human Rights Commission in Sonoma County. There will be examples from other counties on how they formed their commissions. Everyone is invited to attend and bring their ideas, concerns and energy. For more information, call 463-2223. Willits Classic 10 mile and 3 mile Runs to be held Sunday The North Coast Striders will present the 26th annual Willits Classic Run on Sunday at 10 a.m. The Run will start and finish at Willits Recreation Grove Park. Preregistration prior to Feb. 8th may be done online at active.com or by calling 272-4187 for an application. Same day registration will be 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Sherwood School Project. The first 60 registrants are guaranteed running hats on race day. Fees: $20 for ages 16 and older, $5 for ages 15 and under (no hat), $3/family NCS member discount. FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 – A-9 Ukiah Valley Democratic Club meeting to be Tuesday Club meeting Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Washington Mutual Community Meeting Room in Ukiah. We will be organizing for 2006 elections. Agenda includes organizing for the April 22nd Spring Conference, neighbor to neighbor Precinct Captains Program organizing, candidate endorsements, legislative alert update and getting out the vote. Club meetings now being held the third Tuesday of every month at Washington Mutual Conference Room. Precinct training (contacting democratic neighbors) will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. before the general meeting. Volunteer to coordinate your precinct. Contact Ginger Pohlson 4595438 for questions on the precinct training and Dolly Brown at 485-7545 for agenda items and general information or questions. Elections were held and the new officers for 2006 are: President, Dolly Brown, VP, Scott Miller, Secretary, Sheri Hanson and Treasurer, Ginger Pohlson. Blood drive to be held at the Veterans Memorial Building The VFW will hold a blood drive on Feb. 23 from 4 to 7 p.m. a the Veterans Memorial Building, 293 Seminary Ave. in Ukiah. All O type donors are encouraged to donate blood. It is in short supply and anyone is encouraged to come. Benefit for Special Olympics to be held this Sunday Gubernatorial candidate Angelides to speak in F.B. On Sunday, the Ukiah Senior Center (495 Leslie St.), will be hosting its third annual benefit for Special Olympic athletes of Mendocino County. The event is from 2pm-5pm and the theme is a Rock-and-roll Dance Party. There will be live music (the Blue Sky Band), entertainment, door prizes and refreshments. The cost is $5 at the door with ‘special” athletes and children under 12 admitted free. These “special” athletes, although physically and / or mentally challenged, work so hard to be the best they can be. Their motto is: ‘Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt’. They compete throughout Northern California in softball (a State Gold medal winner), basketball, bowling and swimming. Each County is responsible for its own expenses, getting no help from the National organization. Those wishing to donate to our own County organization may do so by making checks payable to: Mendocino County Special Olympics c/o USC, 499 Leslie St. in Ukiah CA 95482. State Treasurer and Democratic Candidate for Governor, Phil Angelides will meet with Mendocino County Democrats at a special Breakfast Meeting on Saturday, Feb. 25 at 9:30 a.m. The Mendocino Coast Democratic Club will host the event at the Harbor Lite Lodge in Fort Bragg. A breakfast buffet will be served. Seating is limited, so tickets ($15.) should be purchased in advance by contacting Rachel Binah 9373227 or rachel@mcn.org. The proceeds will be used for local Mendocino Coast Democratic Club campaign and election activities, including an office in Fort Bragg and an intensive Get-Out-The-Vote program. In the last week, Phil Angelides has gained the endorsements of leading organizations representing nearly 1 million working Californians, peace officers, teachers and environmental protection. The Service Employees International Union, Vote the Coast, Peace Officers Research Association of California, and California Teacher’s Association have all announced their overwhelming support for Phil Angelides’ campaign for Governor and praised his leadership and vision to take California forward. Phil Angelides campaign for Governor is chaired by Senator Dianne Feinstein, Senator Barbara Boxer, House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and Assembly Speaker Fabian Núñez. Redwood Iris Society to hold meeting on Sunday The regular meeting of the Redwood Iris Society will be held on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. The public is invited to join them for a program on procedures for growing iris. The meeting will be in the Staff Room at Calpella Elementary School in Calpella. The staff room door is located on the back of the front building. For more information, call 463-6675 and leave a message for Marlena. Mendocino Animal Hospital to sponsor a monthly lecture Mendocino Animal Hospital will sponsor a monthly lecture series. This month they are celebrating the Chinese New Year -- Year of the Dog. Dr. Kaly Sommers will be lecturing about Acupuncture and herbs -- how they benefit your dog. The lecture will be held at Mendocino Animal Hospital located at 1240 Airport Park Blvd. on Monday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.. There is no fee to attend and refreshments will be provided. Please call Nancy or Brandy at MAH with any questions, at 4628833. Friends and family welcome. Kingsley Chapter 58 to hold Spaghetti dinner on Monday Dads Day Out with the Kids to be held Sunday, Feb. 26 The Fatherhood Coalition of Ukiah along with good folks at Subway (owner Robert Olivera) and Skate City (owner Mr. and Mrs. Doug Adams) are sponsoring a Dads Day Out with the Kids, Feb. 26. Any dad is invited to have a fun time with their children by treating them to lunch at any of the three Subway Stores (from noon to 3 p.m.) and/or fun at Skate City (from 1 to 3:30 p.m.). Dads only need to bring the necessary coupon (available look for the winning LOTTERY numbers daily in the Ukiah Daily Journal at all three Subway Stores and Holes in the Wall 705 N. State St.) and purchase a meal at Subway thus allowing the children to eat free of charge. The same is true at Skate City; dads only need to bring the coupon and buy their own ticket to skate and the The Fatherhood Coalition exists to help dads in any practical way to be good dads. Any dad/or person who wishes to be a part of this great organization are invited to attend the monthly meeting held the third Wednesday of each month from 4 to 5:30 p.m., at the Ukiah Community Center Conference Room. Interested dads/persons please contact Tom Buske at 468-8409 for more information. Input Sought on Redwood Empire Fair competition For many people opening the new Redwood Empire Fair Entry Guide each year is like getting the new seed and garden catalogs each winter. Dreams of blue ribbons dance in their heads as they scour the book, front to back, and plan all the exhibits they will enter in the Fair this year. Now is the time that the Fair staff and department heads plan for the competition to be held at the 2006 Fair. The public is invited to attend a meeting to discuss the hundreds of categories available for entry, to suggest changes or add new categories. A meeting for the Still Exhibit sections (home arts, baking, preserving, fine arts, photography, crafts, floriculture and horticulture) will take place Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. in the Fair office Board Room. For more information, contact the Fair entry supervisor at 462-3884. Everyone is invited to enter their best work in the 2006 Redwood Empire Fair, celebrating its 70th birthday Aug. 10 through 13 in Ukiah. UHS senior parents invited to meeting for Senior Scram The next meeting for Senior Scram (sober graduation party) will be on Monday February 27. at 7 p.m. in the school library. The senior parents sponsor this all night event, which will be held on June 17, the night of their graduation. With all of your help we can make this a fun and safe celebration and to do that we need your help. If you would like to help but are unable to come please call 485-5525. Phlebotomy classes in Fort Bragg to begin Feb. 28 The Mendocino County Regional Occupational Program is taking applications for the Fort Bragg Phlebotomy class. Students will learn to draw specimens from patients as requested by referring physicians. This class will prepare students to meet the new state standards for certification as mandated by the California Department of Health Services. This class is followed by a 40-hour unpaid externship. The class will be held at the MCOE Fort Bragg site-300 A Dana Street, starting Feb. 28, from 6pm-9pm, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Students must possess a high school diploma, GED, or CHSPE certificate in order to take the state certifying exam. Please include a copy of your diploma, GED or CHSPE with your application. The Health Occupations Application can be found on line at http://www.mcoe.us/d/rop. Please return it to the MCOE-Fort Bragg office at 300 A. Dana St. The registration fee for this class is $250. Call Veronica Bazor at 964-9000 for more information. Hurry and sign up, this class will fill up quickly. SELZER REALTY 350 East Gobbi Street Ukiah, CA 95482 (707) 462-6514 Business (707) 468-8634 Home (707) 462-0969 Fax (707) 489-1812 Cell patwilliams@pacific.net E-mail www.mendohomes.com Website Pat Williams REALTOR® Each office independently owned and operated. Kingsley Chapter #58, Order of the Eastern Star, will be holding their annual Spaghetti Dinner Feb. 20. 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Bush Street, 463-5217 www.geocities.com/dgengoux/citizenship.html (*) Citizenship Immigration Services Visit Us On-line at ukiahdailyjournal.com The Ukiah DAILY JOURNAL NATION A-10 – FEB. 17, 2006 THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL White House submits huge request for Iraq, hurricane relief NEWS IN BRIEF Bush; Chency handled shooting incident ‘just fine’ WASHINGTON — Texas authorities closed the investigation into Vice President Dick Cheney’s hunting accident Thursday without bringing any charges. President Bush said Cheney had handled the situation “just fine.” “I’m satisfied with the explanation he gave,” Bush said, making his first public comments about Cheney’s accidental shooting of 78-year-old attorney Harry Whittington while aiming for a quail. Bush said the vice president’s explanation was “strong and powerful.” The administration was eager to put to rest a public relations firestorm arising from Cheney’s failure to publicly disclose Saturday’s accident until the next day. The episode had knocked the White House off stride and distracted attention from Bush’s agenda. Bush said critics were drawing “the wrong conclusion about a tragic accident” by saying it depicted the White House as overly secretive. He raised no objection to the delay in the disclosure of the shooting — although senior White House aides had argued unsuccessfully for the announcement to be made more quickly and for Cheney to speak out sooner. Witness says Skilling directed him to mislead Enron board HOUSTON (AP) — Kenneth Rice, chief of Enron Corp.’s struggling broadband unit, testified Thursday that his boss, Jeffrey Skilling, directed him to paint a rosy, misleading picture for the Enron board of directors that was in line with false statements Rice said he already made to financial analysts in 2001. But Rice, the former CEO of Enron Broadband Services, said in his third day on the stand at the fraud and conspiracy trial of Skilling and founder Kenneth Lay that he had no documents and “only my recollection” to back up a conversation he had with Skilling, Enron’s chief executive, as he prepared for a May 2001 meeting of the company’s board. In January 2001, Rice told Wall Street analysts who influenced the company’s stock price that the business was wellpositioned for strong, long-term financial performance. In reality, however, EBS was spending $100 million per quarter and generating little revenue and business, he said. Giving to colleges increases slightly Donors gave an all-time record of at least $25.6 billion to American colleges and universities in 2005, an increase of 4.9 percent over the year before, thanks largely to greater generosity from alumni and foundations. Stanford raised $603.6 million, more than any other university last year, and the secondhighest total ever behind Harvard’s $683 million in 2001, according to the annual survey released Thursday by the Council for Aid to Education. Second was the University of Wisconsin-Madison, whose $595.2 million included a $296 million foundation grant awarded to its medical school following the conversion of Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Wisconsin to a for-profit company. Wisconsin was followed by Harvard ($589.9 million), the University of Pennsylvania ($394.3 million) and Cornell ($353.9 million). Iraq war now costing $6 billion per month By ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press WASHINGTON — U.S. military spending for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan will rise to $115 billion for this year — and nearly $400 billion since the fighting started — under a new White House request submitted to Congress Thursday. A separate request for almost $20 billion in new hurricane relief funds would bring total spending in response to Katrina and Rita to more than $100 billion. The Bush administration submitted a $65.3 billion war request, and Pentagon officials said the money would be sufficient to conduct the two wars at least through Sept. 30. Congress had approved $50 billion more for the war effort in December. “These funds support U.S. Armed Forces and Coalition partners as we advance democracy, fight the terrorists and insurgents, and train and equip Iraqi security forces so that they can defend their sovereignty and freedom,” President Bush said in a letter transmitting the request to Congress. The war in Iraq now costs about $5.9 billion a month, while Afghanistan operations cost about $900 million per month, said Pentagon Comptroller Tina Jonas. That doesn’t include the costs of replacing worn-out or destroyed equipment or training Iraqi and Afghan forces. The Pentagon said the lat- est request assumes a U.S. force of 138,000 troops on the ground in Iraq through Sept. 30, the end of the fiscal year, even though the administration has signaled that troop numbers would fall below that this year. The supplemental spending request for the wars would bring the total price tag for the Iraq and Afghanistan missions to almost $400 billion. Bush’s budget anticipates an additional $50 billion for the budget year beginning Oct. 1, though the costs are likely to be much greater. Thursday’s dual requests totaled $91 billion and came 10 days after Bush submitted his $2.8 trillion federal budget for 2007. Overall, the cost of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars consumes about 4 percent of the budget. Still, war and hurricane relief costs and the burgeoning budget deficit — estimated to hit a record $423 billion this year — have put a squeeze on other programs. Bush’s budget proposed cuts for a variety of domestic programs such as education, Amtrak, community development and local law enforcement grants, and also proposed curbing inflation increases for Medicare providers. Congress is likely to vote on the massive requests next month, but lawmakers are already grumbling that the White House left out funds for highway repairs in Gulf Coast states and for various agriculture disasters dotting the Midwest. On the other side of the spectrum, conservatives believe the Katrina request should be matched with spending cuts elsewhere. The latest request also includes $4.2 billion for State Department operations and foreign aid, such as $75 million to promote democratic institutions in Iran and $514 million to support peacekeeping efforts and provide food aid in Sudan. The request also includes $2.9 billion for intelligence gathering and other related activities. The $19.8 billion being requested for hurricane relief along the Gulf Coast includes $4.2 billion in flexible community development block grants aimed at compensating Louisiana residents whose homes have been damaged or destroyed. Louisiana officials said their state was shortchanged when Congress approved $11.5 billion in such funds in December. The congressional delegations from bordering states Texas and Mississippi say they will resist devoting the new community development funds exclusively to Louisiana. “The complete lack of funding in this proposed supplemental for a state that absorbed enormous costs from two hurricanes is stunning,” said Sen. John Cornyn, RTexas. “This is a major disappointment, but one the entire Texas delegation will fight to correct.” An additional $1.5 billion would go toward levee repair, storm-proofing drainage pumps and other flood control projects, including $100 million to restore wetlands around New Orleans. Some $3.1 billion would go to repair and rebuild federal facilities such as military bases and a veterans hospital in New Orleans. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s disaster relief fund is seeking $9.4 billion for such tasks as debris cleanup, housing aid and other relief. The request comes less than two months after lawmakers took $23.4 billion from FEMA’s coffers to help pay for a $29 billion Katrina relief bill. The latest request would push total federal spending for hurricane rebuilding to more than $100 billion, according to administration tallies. That reflects about $68 billion in emergency appropriations, $18.5 billion in available flood insurance funds and the latest $19.8 billion request. The latest war request includes: —$33.4 billion for operations and maintenance costs, including logistics, troop security, food and fuel associated with the Iraq and Afghanistan missions. —$10.4 billion to fix or replace damaged equipment such as Humvees and Bradley Fighting Vehicles. —$9.6 billion for personnel costs. —$5.9 billion to train and equip Afghanistan’s and Iraq’s military forces. —$1.9 billion for equipment to detect and neutralize roadside bombs and other socalled improvised explosive devices. —$1.5 billion to increase military survivors’ benefits and increase benefits for those injured in combat. A court setback for the White House on secrecy By KATHERINE SHRADER Associated Press voting on whether to open an investigation. Instead, he and the White House both confirmed that they had an agreement to provide more information on the nature of the program to lawmakers. The White House has also committed to make changes to the current U.S. law, according to Roberts and White House deputy press secretary Dana Perino. “I believe that such an investigation at this point ... would be detrimental to this highly classified program and efforts to reach some accommodation with the administration,” Roberts said. Still, he promised to consider the Democratic request for a vote in a March 7 meeting. Earlier, President Bush’s spokesman, Scott McClellan, left the impression that any deal with Congress would not allow for significant changes. He said the White House continued to maintain that Bush does not need Congress’ approval to authorize the warrantless eavesdropping and that the president would resist any legislation that might compromise the program. “There’s kind of a high bar to overcome,” McClellan said. West Virginia Sen. Jay Rockefeller, the Intelligence Committee’s top Democrat, said the White House had applied heavy pressure to committee Republicans to prevent them from conducting thorough oversight. He said legislation can’t be considered by the full Senate because lawmakers don’t have enough information. “No member of the Senate can cast an informed vote on legislation authorizing or conversely restricting the NSA’s warrantless surveillance program, when they fundamentally do not know what they are authorizing or restricting,” Rockefeller said. It remains unclear what any changes in law may look like. Roberts indicated it may be possible “to fix” the 1978 Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act to authorize the president’s program. Perino said the White House considers suggestions put forward by Sen. Mike DeWine, R-Ohio, the starting point, particularly his proposal to create a special subcommittee on Capitol Hill that would regularly review the program. DeWine’s proposal would authorize Bush’s program and exempt it from the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. That law set up a special court to approve warrants for monitoring inside the United States for national security investigations. Yet Senate Armed Services Chairman John Warner, R-Va., left the closed hearing saying he has been working on a different legislative change to FISA. “It seems that’s a logical place to start — to upgrade FISA given the extraordinary expanse of technology in the 30 years that have lapsed,” he said. And Senate Judiciary Chairman Arlen Specter, R- Pa., is drafting legislation requiring the secretive Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court to review Bush’s program and determine if it is constitutional. Specter’s committee will continue to investigate the program’s legality at a Feb. 28 hearing. The Justice Department strongly discouraged him from calling former Attorney General John Ashcroft and his deputy, James Comey, to testify about the surveillance program. Just as Attorney General Alberto Gonzales could not talk about the administration’s internal deliberations when he appeared before the committee earlier this month, neither can Ashcroft or Comey, Assistant Attorney General William Moschella said in a letter to Specter obtained Thursday. “In light of their inability to discuss such confidential information, along with the fact that the attorney general has already provided the executive branch position on the legal authority for the program, we do not believe that Messrs. Ashcroft and Comey would be in a position to pro- vide any new information to the committee,” Moschella said. AP writers Jennifer Loven and Mark Sherman contributed to this report. make a chinese new year’s resolution: eat more chinese food. MENDO-LAKE OFFICE PRODUCTS FREE DELIVERY WASHINGTON — A federal judge ordered the Bush administration Thursday to release documents about its warrantless surveillance program or spell out what it is withholding, a setback to efforts to keep the program under wraps. At the same time, the Republican chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee said he had worked out an agreement with the White House to consider legislation and provide more information to Congress on the eavesdropping program. The panel’s top Democrat, who has requested a full-scale investigation, immediately objected to what he called an abdication of the committee’s responsibilities. U.S. District Judge Henry Kennedy ruled that a private group will suffer irreparable harm if the documents it has been seeking since December are not processed promptly under the Freedom of Information Act. He gave the Justice Department 20 days to respond to the request from the Electronic Privacy Information Center. “President Bush has invited meaningful debate about the wireless surveillance program,” Kennedy said. “That can only occur if DOJ processes its FOIA requests in a timely fashion and releases the information sought.” Justice Department spokesman Charles Miller said no decision had been made about the government’s next steps. On Capitol Hill, lawmakers also have been seeking more information about Bush’s program that allowed the National Security Agency to eavesdrop — without court warrants — on Americans whose international calls and e-mails it believed might be linked to al-Qaida. 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(707) 857-2777 • (877) 883-7777 toll-free Visit www.riverrockcasino.com for driving directions An enterprise of the Dry Creek Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians 1,600 state-of-the-art slots • double deck blackjack • texas hold’em three card poker • pai gow poker • wine creek room • oak bar quail run restaurant • valley deck • gift shop • non-smoking rooms THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL LOCAL AND STATE FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 – A-11 Challenge Investigator’s past being checked in execution cases Continued from Page A-1 opportunity to see and know people they wouldn’t otherwise know, in a more authentic way. ... All these things are designed to help them feel more comfortable and connected so that later in the day everyone can feel safe,” Frith said. Finishing her sentence, Steve Ryals, local co-founder of the Ukiah Valley Circle of Change -- a chartered chapter of the national Challenge Day organization, said: “Safe enough to drop the water line, which is a metaphor for getting real. ... We use the analogy of an iceberg,” he said. When people see an iceberg floating in the ocean, they are only seeing about 10 percent of the iceberg, because that is what is above the water line, Ryals said previously when explaining how the metaphor relates to people. “Most of us are running around with only 10 percent of who we really are showing: this is called an ‘image,’” he said. The most important part of the day comes after lunch, Horses Continued from Page A-1 “They need food; some dentistry will help with that,” said Davis, who was supervising two teams of students from the University of California, Davis and Hartnell College in Salinas. “If that’s the only problem, and there aren’t any changes with their livers,” said Davis, in six months they should look fairly well. The horses also got a visit from Mendocino County District Attorney Norm Vroman, whose office is prosecuting the horses’ owner on the animal abuse charges. Vroman shared some his own knowledge of horses as he watched the vet students By DAVID KRAVETS AP Legal Affairs Writer Amy Wellnitz/The Daily Journal Students play volleyball with a huge ball during warmup games on Thursday. Ryals said. “It’s called the ‘power shuffle,’ and it’s an exercise designed to help people see they are not alone in any kind of pain they are in. ... It’s also designed to see how oppression affects people. The idea is, many times our youth feel really alone,” he said. Through Challenge Day, youth learn there are lots of people who have suffered in one way or another. “It (Challenge Day) gets you to be more open with people and to be more real,” Challenge Day mentor Tina Linares explained. “It actually has helped a lot of students ... just being able to go to perform tasks such as vaccinations and grinding down -or floating -- the horses’ teeth. “What happens is their teeth grow to a place where it won’t allow the mouth to close, so they can’t chew their food,” explained Vroman, who said floating would normally be routinely done about every 60 to 90 days. Such examples of neglect may figure into the case against DeNoyer, who is prohibited from owning any horses while his trial is pending, according to the DA’s Office. Mendocino County Animal Control officers took the 23 horses recovering on the Willits ranch from DeNoyer on Dec. 27. Twelve more are being kept near Fort Bragg. One horse was found dead at the time of the raid. Unlicensed doctor charged with providing fake exams Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — An unlicensed doctor who allegedly injected immigrants with a saline solution he claimed was a vaccine faces more than 100 criminal counts, prosecutors said Thursday. Stephen Brian Turner, 51, has been charged with 106 felonies for allegedly providing fake immigration medical exams while unlicensed. Charges include practicing medicine without a license, mishandling blood samples and felony grand theft, according to prosecutors. “Instead of helping these people, this defendant Challenge Day and tell people what’s wrong and what’s going on and knowing that you are not alone with what has happened, and knowing you are not the only one who has gone through it.” Laura Clark can be reached at udjlc@pacific.net. allegedly manipulated them for his own personal profit,” San Francisco District Attorney Kamala Harris said in a statement. Turner was being held in county jail Thursday on $1.45 million bail after being arrested the day before at his Hayward home. Prosecutors claim Turner stole $247,000 from 1,417 victims, most of whom thought they were receiving legitimate immigration medical exams, Harris said. Investigators said in court documents that Turner injected patients with saline rather than vaccines for illnesses like mumps and rubella. SAN FRANCISCO — The investigator accused of fabricating juror statements in a bid to win clemency for a man condemned to die Tuesday is under investigation for previous cases she worked on for a state agency that defends death row inmates. Investigator Kathleen Culhane, whose work is being questioned in the case of Michael Morales, was employed by the Habeas Corpus Resource Center between 2001 and 2005, the agency said Thursday. Culhane generated what prosecutors believe were bogus juror declarations from six jurors saying Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger should spare Morales, who raped and murdered a 17-year-old Lodi girl in 1981. Although her work was regarded as high quality, the center said in a statement that it would review her past cases. Executive Director Michael Laurence declined comment. Morales’ attorneys, former Whitewater independent counsel Kenneth Starr and Los Angeles attorney David Senior, questioned the authenticity of the declarations Culhane said she obtained and withdrew them from the clemency petition. The California Attorney General’s office and prosecutors in San Joaquin County, where the girl was killed, said they were fakes. Some jurors told state investigators they never spoke to Culhane and wanted Morales executed. Juror names were not part of the public record. One juror, Amador Martinez, 72, of Oxnard, who was not one of the six whose declarations were questioned, recalled meeting with Culhane for about 20 minutes on Jan. 29. The investigator presented a letter of introduction explaining the purpose of her visit and asked Martinez what he thought about the death sentence 23 years later. “I told her that as I recalled it was a real brutal-type case and that I think we, the jury, made the right decision,” Martinez said. Martinez described Culhane as “professional, polite, not forceful,” and said he never felt pressured by her to say or sign anything. Prosecutors later contacted Martinez to confirm that he had spoken with Culhane, he said. Culhane declined to speak with The Associated Press last week and her San Francisco phone was disconnected Thursday. The address listed on a business card she left with one juror led to a San Francisco business that rents post office boxes. The California Department of Consumer Affairs said she was not a licensed investigator. Her attorney, Stuart Hanlon, said Culhane committed no wrongdoing and that there was no discrepancy with the signatures she submitted and the ones obtained by state investigators. “We’re comfortable that she didn’t do anything wrong and we want to investigate the case,” Hanlon said. Chuck Schultz, a San Joaquin County prosecutor who is urging Schwarzenegger to deny clemency, said the documents were forged and some signatures were misspelled. He doesn’t believe Starr or Senior knew they were submitting allegedly false documents, but accused them of sloppy work. “Maybe they thought we were nothing but a cow county out here,” Schultz said. “I think there was a little bit of arrogance out there, too.” Starr and Senior said they did not know they were submitting questionable evidence to the governor. Saturday, February 25, 2006 6:00pm No Host Bar 6:00pm-midnight -Gaming 6:00-9:00 Silent Auction 7:00 dinner seating -Dinner by five Star Catering 7:30 live Wine Auction 9:00-12:30 Dancing -D.J. Larry Thompson $30 per person No one under 21 admitted Sunday, February 26, 2006 Family Fair -Games-Food-Crafts Doors open at 10:00am-5:00pm Dessert Derby -11:30 Live Auction -12 noon-4:00pm Toyota Truck Raffle -4:00pm Mardi Gras raffle -4:15pm Auction items include: d Enjoy a two nights stay in the beautiful “Ocean Spirit” house donated by the Gordon Family d Dinner for 12 at the Clausen’s house , dinner is served by the Mardi Gras Board d A Paelea Dinner for 12 provided by The Vau Family d One week in Palm Springs d Four round-trip tickets to Cabo d Fishing trip for 4 on the fishing boat “Osprey” d 4 tickets for Seabiscuit tour at Ridgewood Ranch d Water color of the Old St. Mary’s church done in 1994 by Linda Higbee Bartolomei d Raider tickets d 1 adult and 2 children for cleaning and needed x-ray’s donated by Dr. Pasternak d Complete Orthodontic treatment (braces) provided by Dr. Green valued at 5,000 d Handmade auction items from each class K-8 WEATHER A-12 – FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL . 3-DAY FORECAST SUN AND MOON REGIONAL WEATHER 48° Chilly; clouds, some sun, a shower TONIGHT CALIFORNIA CITIES Shown is today’s weather. 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TODAY Sunrise today ............. 7:02 Sunset tonight ............ 5:52 Moonrise today ........ 10:26 Moonset today ........... 9:00 a.m. p.m. p.m. a.m. Rockport 49/33 Laytonville 47/29 MOON PHASES Last New First Covelo 47/29 Westport 49/33 Full 30° A shower early—perhaps a snow shower late SATURDAY 49° 26° Mostly cloudy, a shower possible; chilly SUNDAY 53° 29° Sunshine and some clouds Fort Bragg 45/31 Feb. 20 Feb. 27 Mar. 6 Mar. 14 ALMANAC Ukiah through 2 p.m. Thursday Temperature High .............................................. 50° Low .............................................. 28° Normal high .................................. 60° Normal low .................................... 40° Record high .................... 83° in 1930 Record low ...................... 25° in 1911 Precipitation 24 hrs to 2 p.m. Thu. .................. 0.00” Month to date ............................ 1.33” Normal month to date ................ 4.14” Season to date ........................ 33.59” Last season to date ................ 25.18” Normal season to date ............ 26.40” Willows 49/33 Willits 47/28 Elk 41/32 UKIAH 48/30 Philo 48/31 Redwood Valley 47/29 Lakeport 49/29 Lucerne 49/29 Boonville 49/30 Gualala 49/29 Clearlake 50/30 Cloverdale 52/33 Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2006 City Today Hi/Lo/W Sat. 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Lake Mendocino – Lake level: 739.33 feet; Storage: 71,474 acre-feet (Maximum storage 122,500 acre-feet) Inflow: 190 cfs Outflow: 189 cfs Air quality – Ozone: .036 ppm (State standard .090 ppm) Carbon monoxide: .65 ppm (20.0 ppm) Nitrogen dioxide: .024 ppm (.25 ppm) Golf Continued from Page A-1 Tayman Park’s proposal was by all definitions “superior,” the City Council accepted the golf community’s line of reasoning, hoping for more options. The altered circumstances since the bid request was issued in October 2005 convinced a majority of the board to throw out the current bid process and effectively start over. Ukiah city staff noted proudly that Tayman Park leaders implemented a year-round junior golf program, expanded food and beverage services and an online marketing campaign in Healdsburg, all needed improvements for Ukiah. Bonnie Carter, president of the 18-hole women’s group, called Tayman Park “as qualified as anyone you’ll find.” But the frustration with a lack of applicants rankled local golf fans, who begged the council not to make a “hasty” decision that could linger for a full 17-year term. The structure and purpose behind a private bid created some concern, however. Because Tayman Park’s proposal is now available for the public, officials argued, another group could copy it while improving a few elements. City Attorney David Rapport noted this was “unfair” for those who participated in the first goaround, but not necessarily illegal. Another concern centered on the five-member screening committee, whose members might become biased in favor of the proposals they had already seen as part of a process widely seen as thorough. The golf community has been at odds with the city recently, notably on the yearly fee’s uptick to $500. City officials have been quick to note, as they did Wednesday night, that the golf course has seen healthy financial statements dwindle to nearly nothing. When a handful of locals expressed hope that Tad McCormick, a non-managerial golf pro at the Ukiah club, would apply for the job now that his boss took himself out of the running, Council member Phil Baldwin expressed concerns about the process’ fairness. “To me, the integrity of the city is at stake here,” Baldwin said. “There’s a chance there’s a perception that there’s already a preference, (that) this is an inside job. I think the process was fair, it was unanimously determined (by the Ukiah clubs-based screening committee) and our credibility is sincerely at stake here.” After the vote -- during which Ashiku took a lengthy, dramatic pause before casting the deciding vote -- city staff informed the council they would need an extra 80 to 120 hours of work over the next four months to reissue the bid. Staff will provide procedural options, which could include an external screening committee, to the council at its next meeting. City officials suggested that another reason the council voted along with the will of the golf community was out of fear they might ensure the Tayman Park leaders fail because they did not get the process they wanted or the option to consider the popular McCormick. McMillen does not currently have a golf pro contract with Ukiah, but instead continues to work on a day-to-day basis “as a courtesy to keep the doors open,” he said. He pulled his name out from consideration, he said, because he was “dissatisfied” with the city’s willingness to replace him after 16 years of service. “I was surprised (when I learned about the bid),” he said. “It’s never been done to any golf professional I know of. I never got a review on my job, even though I asked for a yearly review to see what I could work on. They’ve never come to me with a complaint in 16 years.” McMillen said he learned Thursday he “might have another option” at the Ukiah golf course, but declined to elaborate. Both Ashiku and Community Services Director Sage Sangiacomo disagreed with McMillen’s assertions on job reviews. “Evaluations occur every time there’s communication (between the city and the golf pro),” Sangiacomo said, adding that McMillen missed the point of the request for bids. “The intent was to have a comparative analysis to bring our course up to current industry standards.” Sangiacomo said he was “disappointed not to be able to move forward” with hiring a new golf pro after months of work, but emphasized that every step of the process from screening to the City Council is important to make the best decision for the community. ATTIC FIRE IN PINOLEVILLE DRIVE AREA Finance Continued from Page A-1 ing he had not made up his mind on the issue and assuming some result means nothing in reality. Councilmember John McCowen suggested that if every decision the council made had to rely “on scientific proof, we wouldn’t do much up here.” Instead, an abundance of evidence exists that “big money is a corrupting influence in politics,” he suggested. Medical metaphors flowed throughout the night as Ashiku described the proposal as “giving chemotherapy to a patient you haven’t diagnosed” and other officials labeled the planned reform as “preventative medicine.” A minority of time was spent on the proposal items themselves -- which also included a voluntary spending cap of $5,000 and a $500 limit for professional services -- but the divisions on the dais continued. Ashiku suggested the planned limitations would actually hinder the average citizen from winning elections because wealthier candidates would still have access to personal funds but others would be forced to rely on a then-dwindled warchest. Incumbents would also benefit greatly, Ashiku said, and individuals might be less inclined to donate to candidates knowing their names Amy Wellnitz/The Daily Journal Ukiah Valley firefighters inspect a small attic fire off Pinoleville Drive late Thursday afternoon. The fire, which is under investigation, caused minor damage to the building. Ukiah Ambulance also responded to the incident. KONOCTI HARBOR resort & spa On Beautiful Clear Lake • Willits • 459-NOYO (6696) Visit us at our website www.cinemawest.com 7:00PM WED & THUS ONLY INDEPENDENT FILM SERIES Casanova Eight Below R with great offers on Cable & High-Speed Internet. ADELPHIA CLASSIC CABLE 29.95 $ ON SALE SUNDAY @ 10 AM Restrictions apply. See below for details. See below for details. FRI. MARCH 10 & SAT. MARCH 11 HOOTIE BLOWFISH The Classic Cable package gives you the great channels you love, including CNN, ESPN, TNT, Lifetime, and dozens more. 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Schulz PEANUTS by Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman ZITS by Scott Adams DILBERT by Art and Chip Sansom THE BORN LOSER BLONDIE by Dean Young and Jim Raymond by Bob Thaves FRANK AND ERNEST FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE by Lynn Johnson BEETLE BAILEY by Mort Walker DOONESBURY by Gary Trudeau HAGAR THE HORRIBLE by Dik Browne Datebook: Friday, Feb. 17, 2006 Today is the 48th day of 2006 and the 59th day of winter. TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1801, the U.S. House of Representatives elected Thomas Jefferson president of the United States after an Electoral College tie. In 1934, the first driver’s education course in U.S. history was offered at State College High School in Pennsylvania. In 1979, China invaded Vietnam. TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Hal Holbrook (1925-), actor, is 81; Jim Brown (1936-) ASTROGRAPH By Bernice Bede Osol Saturday, Feb. 18, 2006 In the year ahead, be careful about liberating yourself from a situation you think isn’t right for you. Once out of it, you might regret your actions and find it impossible to get back in. Don’t burn all your bridges behind you. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 19) -- Even though you would like to be a good guy and easy to get along with, don’t be too hasty about agreeing to follow the judgment of another. Your assessment might be the right one. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Those with whom you’ll be involved today might not place as much value on a collective endeavor as you do. If it The Ukiah means a lot to you, be on guard so that things aren’t mishandled. ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It’s true that you’re usually good at making sound judgment calls and you’ll be pretty good at it again today, but with two exceptions -- when emotions are involved or with games of chance. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- This is one of those times when it might be best not to make any promises at all than to commit to something and not be able to follow through. The disappointment of others could be too much. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There is nothing wrong with your directives football player, is 70; Rene Russo (1954-), actress, is 52; Michael Jordan (1963-), basketball player, is 43. TODAY’S SPORTS: In 1964, White Sox shortstop Luke Appling was elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame. TODAY’S QUOTE: “The most valuable of all talents is that of never using two today, but what could cause a brouhaha with co-workers is ordering them to follow you and then using watered down methods yourself. CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A financial matter that you believe to be locked down may not be as firmly secured as you thought, so you must be prepared for any weaknesses. Not being primed could prove costly. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) - Don’t fall too much in love with your plans for the day, because they might not come off too easily. Certain restrictions could be foisted on you by persons of authority. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It could be disappointing to you today should words when one will do.” -- Thomas Jefferson TODAY’S FACT: The House of Representatives conducted 36 votes (1 tie, 35 indecisive) before Thomas Jefferson was chosen president over Aaron Burr. TODAY’S MOON: Between full moon (Feb. 13) and last quarter (Feb. 21). someone you’ve treated kindly in the past be inconsiderate now when you need support. Don’t depend upon anyone but yourself. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Although it might sound like a good idea at the time, letting another take on a task today which you normally do could end up disappointing. The results could be anything but pleasing. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Usually you have great staying power and don’t get impatient about completing what you take on. Today, however, you might put your plans into play before your forces are properly marshaled. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Do not be so anxious to accomplish your goals today that you agree to do something that you haven’t taken the time to think through clearly. Failure could occur rather than success. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19) -- Information you receive today could cause you to question the sincerity of a long-time friend. Don’t be so quick to believe everything you hear; the source could prove unreliable. Know where to look for romance and you’ll find it. The Astro-Graph Matchmaker wheel instantly reveals which signs are romantically perfect for you. Mail $2.75 to Matchmaker, c/o this newspaper, P.O. Box 167, Wickliffe, OH 440920167. FOR A GREAT WAY TO COMPLETE YOUR DAY PICK UP YOUR COPY DAILY DAILY JOURNAL or Let Us Deliver To You 468-3532 REDWOOD EMPIRE AUCTIONEERING CO. REAC: Licensed & Bonded #RED1058183 GOVERNMENT SURPLUS PUBLIC AUCTION • FEBRUARY 18, 2006 • 9 AM • UKIAH FAIRGROUNDS 6 OLD GROWTH REDWOOD BEAMS • 33 VEHICLES HEAVY EQUIPMENT • 35 BICYCLES • MISC. EQUIPMENT Friday, February 17th, 9am - 4pm • Saturday, February 18th, 8 - 9 am • Auction items are subject to change. 10% Buyers Premium! Visit us at www.redwoodempireacution.com, www.NAALive.com or call 743-1220. Sale starts 9am! FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 – B-3 TIME OUT Editor: Richard Rosier, 468-3520 udj@pacific.net The Ukiah Daily Journal Puzzlers THE LEARNING CHALLENGER by Robert Barnett DIRECTIONS: A. Using each "Chaos Grid" number with its letter one time, arrange the numbers with their letters for the "Order Grid" so each vertical column, horizontal row, and two diagonals each ADD to numbers inside thick lined cells. B. Some correct numbers with their letters have been put into the "Order Grid" to get you started. Also, above the "Order Grid" is a "Decoded Message" clue. C. After you have solved the "Order Grid" doing as direction "A" says, put the letters from horizontal rows, from left to right, under "Decoded Message" and make words to form the answer. CHAOS GRID 42 R 40 U 45 E 43 A 48 R 46 A 44 V 44 R 47 O 41 T 47 N 42 E THAT SCRAMBLED WORD GAME by Henri Arnold and Mike Argirion 41 I 42 O 41 G 43 E Unscramble these four Jumbles, one letter to each square, to form four ordinary words. HERMY CLUE: ORDINARY ORDER GRID 174 ©2006 Tribune Media Services, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 174 174 41 G 44 R 174 174 42 O 174 TUQES 174 45 174 E 174 174 2/17/2006 FATOLA DECODED MESSAGE: ANSWERS IN NEXT EDITION © 2006 Robert Barnett www.jumble.com GELPED Now arrange the circled letters to form the surprise answer, as suggested by the above cartoon. Answers to Previous Learning Challenger RICARDO MONTALBAN -2 R 23 R -1 O 13 L 11 I 1 D 16 N 5 B 17 C -3 O 19 T 0 A 7 A 12 M -1 A 15 N Ans: “ ” (Answers tomorrow) METAL EQUATE KIMONO Jumbles: PRIME Answer: When he broke the sound barrier, he ended up talking — A MILE A MINUTE Yesterday’s 2/16/2006 Husband should be more flexible with his children Dear Annie: I am in my second marriage to a wonderful man. I have two adult children, and “Brandon” has three teenagers. We never have any contact with his children unless they want something. Because of this, Brandon has chosen not to have a relationship with them. My 25-year-old daughter has been in and out of drug rehab for the last eight years. We have repeatedly gotten her out of financial jams, and she has come to live with us four times to get straight. She does really well for a while and then just disappears for months at a time. The last time we let her move in, we told her if she left again, that would be the last time we helped. Well, she was here for three months and then walked out, this time leaving most of her belongings. I have called her cell phone numerous times, begging her to let me know she is OK, and have not received any response. I know she is still working because I checked, but that’s it. ANNIE’S MAILBOX By Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar My husband wants to pack up her stuff and take it to her job or to Goodwill. I know she cannot be allowed to move back into our home, but I can’t give her stuff away. Brandon already has told me he will not stay if I continue to help her. How do I get past the feeling that I am turning my back on my child? -Desperate Dear Desperate: Brandon sounds rather rigid in his dealings with your children and his own, and we wish he would be more flexible. Still, your daughter is a grown woman and has to learn to be responsible for herself. You aren’t abandoning her by packing up her things and dropping them off at her job. You are sim- FRIDAY EVENING 6:00 6:30 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 2/17/06 ply telling her that she cannot take advantage of your generosity any longer. Keep the lines of communication open by continuing to call her, and whenever possible, make plans to meet her for lunch or dinner or whatever. We hope, in time, she will get her act together. Dear Annie: I am a 55-year-old woman and have been a self-employed hair stylist for over 30 years. While I love my job, it’s beginning to take its toll -- my feet burn from standing, and my whole body aches at the end of the day. I don’t have health insurance, and a new plan simply costs too much. I shudder at the thought of doing hair for another 10 years and am petrified my health will fail. Selling the business won’t bring in much, and at my age, I’m not likely to find a job that would provide benefits. What can I do? -- Simi Valley, Calif. Dear Simi Valley: If you are physically incapable of working, you may qualify for disability benefits. Here are a few other suggestions: Look into disability insurance that will cover you if you need to work part time. Invest in shoes with better support, and sit on a stool at least part of the time while you are styling hair. Cut back your hours, and use the extra time to look for a desk job. (Even one that doesn’t provide benefits would get you off your feet.) Sell the business and work for a salon that pays benefits. Bringing along your own clientele could make you quite a catch. Dear Annie: You recently printed a letter from “In a Pickle,” whose retired friend, “Louis,” monopolizes the conversation. I’m also retired and losing sharpness. I suspect that Louis’ constant chatter is covering up the fact that he can’t hear what others are saying. Your advice telling him to see a doctor was on track, and I hope the doctor checks his hearing. -- J.K. Dear J.K.: We heard from quite a few hardof-hearing readers who saw themselves in that letter. Apparently, some folks would rather be thought boring and egocentric than admit they can’t hear well. With thousands of Boomers getting closer to retirement, let’s hope designer hearing aids become all the rage. 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Your Ad Is Seen On The Internet!!! ukiahdailyjournal.com 094-06 2-12,17/06 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that separate sealed bids to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and services necessary to provide: Approximately 25 Tons of sodium Bisulfite 25% Solution, as per City of Ukiah Specifications No. SODBI-25% will be received at the office of the City Clerk, Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Ave., Ukiah, CA 95482 until 2:00 p.m. on Wed., February 22, 2006, at which time, or as soon thereafter as possible, they will be publicly opened and read. These specifications are available from the City Clerk’s office (707) 463-6217 or by contacting the Sewer Treatment Plant at (707)467-2818. No proposal will be considered unless it is made on the forms furnished by the City if Ukiah and is made in accordance with provisions of the specifications. s/Marie Ulvila, City Clerk. 2-12,17/06 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that separate sealed bids to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and services necessary to provide: approximately 12,000 lbs of Liquid Polymer-Emulsion, Polydyne SW 057, Praestol K 144L or “Equal”, as per City of Ukiah specifications No. POLY-EMUL will be received at the office of the City Clerk, Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, CA 95482 until 2:00 p.m. on Wed., February 22, 2006, at which time, or as soon thereafter as possible, they will be publicly opened and read. these specifications are available from the City Clerk’s office (707) 463-6217 or by contacting the Sewer Treatment Plant at (707) 467-2818. No proposal will be considered unless it is made on the forms furnished by the City of Ukiah and is made in accordance with provisions of the specifications. s/Marie Ulvila, City Clerk. 091-06 2-12,17/06 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that separate sealed bids to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and services necessary to provide: 165 yards of Decomposed Granite (Gold Path Finds), as per City of Ukiah Specifications No. E-26263-1, will be received at the office of the City Clerk, Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, CA 95482 until 2:00 p.m. on Wed., February 22, 2006, at which time, or as soon thereafter as possible, they will be publicly opened and read. These specifications are available from the City Clerk's office (707) 463-6217 or by contacting Parks Supervisor Tom Hamblet at (707) 272-8284. No proposal will be considered unless it is made on the forms furnished by the City of Ukiah and is made in accordance with provisions of the specifications. s/Marie Ulvila, City Clerk. 112-06 2-17/06 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE UCC Sec. 6105 & Sec. 6104 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name, business address of the Seller is: George F. Hart and Elma L. Hart 1260 A So. State St. Ukiah, CA 95482 Doing Business as Miller’s Donut Shop All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/are: (if none, so state): none The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: Hor Ith and Lee Ourn 1389 No. State St. Ukiah, CA 95482 The assets being sold are generally described as: DESCRIPTION: THE ASSETS OF A CERTAIN Donut Shop business known as MILLER’S DONUT SHOP and are located at: 1260A So. State St., Ukiah, CA 95482. The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: Redwood Empire Title Company of Mendocino County and the anticipated date is March 9, 2006. The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2 X Yes If the sale is subject to Sec. 6106.2, the following information must be provided. The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: Redwood Empire Title Company of Mendocino County, 376 E. Gobbi Street, P.O. Box 238, Ukiah, CA 95482. and the last date for filing claims by any creditor shall be march 8, 2006 which is the business day before the sale date specified above. Dated February 14,2006 BUYER(S): /s/Hor Ith HOR ITH /s/ Lee Ourn LEE OURN 093-06 2-2,17/06 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that separate sealed bids to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and services necessary to provide: Approximately 60 Dry Tons (300,000 lbs) of Ferric Chloride Product, as per City of Ukiah Specifications No. FERCHLR will be received at the office of the City Clerk, Ukiah Civic Center, 300 Seminary Ave., Ukiah, CA 95482 until 2:00 p.m. on Wed., February 22, 2006, at which time, or as soon thereafter as possible, they will be publicly opened and read. These specifications are available from the City Clerk's office (707) 463-6217 or by contacting the Sewer Treatment Plant at (707) 467-2818. No proposal will be considered unless it is made on the forms furnished by the City of Ukiah and is made in accordance with provisions of the specifications. s/Marie Ulvila, City Clerk. The Ukiah DAILY JOURNAL Classifieds That Work! 110-06 02-17,20/06 PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to Chapter 10, commencing with 21700 of the Business & Professional Code, NOTICE HEREBY GIVEN, that C & M Mini-Storage, 297 Brush St., Ukiah, Ca 95482 (707) 462-1299, will cause to be sold to the general public by oral auction at 9:00 a.m. Friday February 24, 2006 the property described as furniture, household goods, appliances, tools & miscellaneous. Name Unit# Thomas Guyette 28 Tracy Dixon 86 Linda Goodwin 126 David Piambo 257 Kenneth Goodwin 607 Sherry Lincoln 659 Steven McElfresh 758 Alveta Castillo 929 Joseph Beer 933 Arthur Calvert 973 Helen Crandall 1278 Brian Boele 1448 Landlord reserves the right to bid at the sale. Purchases must be made for entire unit with cash only and paid for at the time of sale. All purchased goods are sold “as is” and must be removed from the premises by 6:00 p.m. on the date of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between Landlord and obligated party. Auction conducted pursuant to Sec. 2328 of the Commercial Code and 535 of the Public Code. Auctioneer: Robert McCarthy, Bond # 0347716 PUBLIC NOTICE 078-06 02-03,10,17,24/06 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person (persons) have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: MILLERS DONUT SHOP 1260 South State Street #A Ukiah, CA, 95482 George F. Hart 25 Blanco Place Ukiah, CA, 95482 Elma L. Hart 25 Blanco Place Ukiah, CA, 95482 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in County on January 31, 2006. This business was conducted by a California Limited Partnership. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Mendocino County on January 31, 2006. /s/George F. Hart GEORGE F. HART PUBLIC NOTICE 082-06 2-3,10,17,24/06 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2006-F0081 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: JERIKO VINEYARDS LLC 12141 Hewlitt & Sturtevant Road Hopland, CA 95449 Daniel Fetzer 12301 Hewlitt & Sturtevant Road Hopland, CA 95449 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 31, 2006. Endorsed-Filed on February 1, 2006 at the Mendocino County Clerks Office. /s/Daniel Fetzer DANIEL FETZER MANAGING MEMBER PUBLIC NOTICE 064-06 1-27,2-3,10,17/06 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2006-F0065 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: A STITCH IN TIME ON WHEELS 217 Thompson Street Ukiah, CA 95482 Ann E. Parks 217 Thompson Street Ukiah, CA 95482 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 1, 2006. Endorsed-Filed on January 25, 2006 at the Mendocino County Clerks Office. /s Ann E. Parks ANN E. PARKS 083-06 2-3,10,17,24/06 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2006-F0082 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: UNIFORM SOLUTIONS 175 Seminary Ave. Ukiah, CA 95482 Amy C. Cline 2431 St. Yorre Ct. Ukiah, CA 95482 Cynthia A. Gunderson 469 Riesling St. Cloverdale, CA 95482 This business is conducted by a General Partnership. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on February 1, 2006.Endorsed-Filed on February 1, 2006 at the Mendocino County Clerks Office. /s/Amy C. Cline AMY C. CLINE 084-06 02-03,10,17,24/06 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 2006-F0072 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Alderwood Apartments 1450 S. State St. Ukiah, CA 95482 Frank R. Villalon 1245 Vista Verde Rd. Ukiah, CA 95482 Edwin R. Freudenburg 23000 Ridge Rd. Willits, CA 95490 This business is conducted by co-partners The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 30, 2006. Endorsed-Filed on January 30, 2006 at the Mendocino County Clerks Office. /s/Edwin Freudenburg EDWIN FREUDENBURG FIND WHAT YOU NEED IN C THE L A S S IFIEDS! 20 120 PERSONALS Looking for someone to commute to Santa Rosa Mon-Fri. My work hours are 7:30am to 4:30pm.472-0273 dmw4402@sbcglobal.net LOVELY LASS 50-70 seeks lucky lad for companionship. Healdsburg PO 792, 95448 RUBBER STAMPS Creative Workshop 759 S. State 468-0251 30 LOST & FOUND FOUND: On Bush & Low Gap. Small male dog. 485-0462 FOUND: Siamese Cat at farm supply. 462-3929 Found: White long haired female cat w/gray on her ears. Found in Willits. 462-3929 60 MEETINGS & EVENTS Student needs to interview a mom who does yoga. Please call Ayla at 456-9565 100 INSTRUCTION Aspiring Artist? Room for a few beginning oil painters, Tues. eves. starting Feb. 21st 7:15-9:30 pm. Adele Pruitt 462-7193/467-9781 120 HELP WANTED CASHIER PT Perm. Tu.-Sat. Apply in person. The Sound Co. Early Intervention Specialist for birth-3 w/special needs. Early Childhood or related field. 800-234-7325 HELP WANTED $8- $10.75 hr. MORNING, EVE. & NIGHT SHIFTS No exp. Pd. training provided. Cooking, cleaning, driving & providing living skills assist. to adults w/ developmental disabilities. Will consider resp. Hi. Schl. Sr. 485-0165, 468-0602 Admin. Law Clerk FT $1572-$2531 DOE + gd. bens. Fast paced, sm. non-profit legal aid ofc. Housing/Pub. Bens. focus. Direct client contact. Nd sensitivity to issues affecting low income families. Wide range admin duties. Need gd comm/org. skills, comptr literacy a must. Fluency in Span. and/or Soc. Serv. exp., pref. Resume/3 refs to Lisa Hillegas, LSNC 421 N. Oak St. Ukiah, CA 95482 No calls pls! An Equal Opportunity Employer Banking F/T Member Service Representatives (Teller) Mendo Lake Credit Union is seeking an outgoing individual who enjoys working with the public. Currently we have a F/T MSR position open in our Ukiah branch. Candidates with PC proficiency, demonstrated cash handling experience and strong customer service skills in a banking or retail environment and bilingual is a +.We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, business casual & NO Saturdays. Send or email (jenniferw@mlcu.org) resume to Mendo Lake Credit Union PO Box 1410, Ukiah, CA 95482 Fax 707-468-0350 120 HELP WANTED BIAGI BROS. is accepting applications for SHORT LINE CLASS ‘A’ DRIVERS. 2 yrs. exp. req’d. Clean DMV. Paid Weekly. Excellent Benefits. Call (800) 593-5531 ext. 29 details. CAREGIVERS PERSONAL ATTENDANTS! Home Care Options, a regional provider of InHome Assisted Care Services is opening a new office to serve the counties of Mendo., Lake & Sonoma. Employees have access to family medical, vision, dental, 401K, paid time off, mileage, competitive pay. Flexible schedules, sleep over and live-in shift oppor tunities! Excel benefits, paid mileage, competitive pay, EOE. 707-576-0771 CNA’s F/T, P/T, days & PM’s. Great working cond. Apply in person Valley View Skilled Nursing Center, 1162 S.Dora, Ukiah 120 120 HELP WANTED COUNTER SALES Counter Person/ Dock Worker for welding supply. Bilingual a plus. Must be 21. Apply at 3080 N. State St. Ukiah HELP WANTED DRIVERS Golden Ukiah Valley Lumber is looking for a motivated person for lumber sales. Retail exp., math & computer skills are a plus. Applicants are subject to preemployment drug screen. Pick up application at 901 S. State St. Courier/Reproduction of legal docs for reputable copy service co., trans & ins., F/T Days Fax: 707-648-8075 CUSTODIAN Perform routine cleaning tasks at different sites; on-call work, schedule will vary. $9.75/hr. Info. & app. Personnel Commission Ukiah Unified School District, 1056 N. Bush St., Ukiah, CA 95482 707-463-5205 E.O.E. State Overnight is hiring drivers with van or pickup w/shell for local morning delivery routes based in Mendocino County area. Earn $10.00 per hour plus milege reimbursement plus additonal reimbursement based on local fuel cost. Benefits available including health coverage and 401(k) with Company match. Call Maurice Stephens 866-779-7726 Exp. CNC set-up operator, machinist openings now. Call 467-0117 Ford Street Project Residential Treatment Program. F/T KITCHEN PREP & WAITSTAFF. Entry level graveyard & AOD counselorsVarious positions. ●●●●●●●●●●● Outpatient Substance Abuse CounselorF/T, benefited position. ●●●●●●●●●●● BEC homeless shelter. Evening, nights & weekend workers. ●●●●●●●●●●● P/U app. & job descript at 139 Ford Street. Formerly the Buckhorn Saloon now the Highpockety Ox Open Ford Street Project is an EOE DRIVER Class A Hazmat endorsement. Apply 3080 N. State St. Ukiah Driver- Class A w/2 yrs. exp. Good bnfts. Curtain van and flat ExpresswayTrans. (707) 763-3503 Petaluma Compassionate person to care for fully disabled adults. 462-1902 TOP NURSING POSITION TOP POSITIONS 095-06 in Mar. 895-2792 the leader in correctional health care, has an immediate opening in the MENDOCINO COUNTY JAIL RN Per Diem LVN All Shifts Full Time Days Salary $36.50 to $43.80 per hour Salary $24.13 to $28.95 per hour Call Claire 707-463-4538 Fax 707-463-0779 or www.cfmg.com Creative Graphic Designer/Web Ad Designer You will be a key element in our creative design team. You must be a very self-motivated and seasoned designer, fluent in Quark, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash. Html skills are a plus! Email or fax resume to: udjsue@pacific.net, 707-462-0710 or mail/drop off your resume to the attention of Sue at The Ukiah Daily Journal, 590 S. School St., Ukiah, CA 95482 THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL 120 HELP WANTED Graveyard shift WORKING with kids, small homelike environment, good pay & benefits. Fax resume to 463-6957 HOSPICE SERVICES OF LAKE COUNTY has an immed. opening for a FT RN w/bnfts. Home Health/Hospice exp. a +, Excel opportunity for motivated RN who enjoys interaction with patients & families. For immed. interview, contact Arnie Pomeroy @ 263-6222 or fax resume 263-4045. P/U App 1717 So. Main St. Lakeport. EOE HOWARD HOSPITAL RN, ICU, nights, FT, exp. req. RN, ICU all shifts, cont. RN, SURGERY FT, exp. req. OCCUP. THERAPIST Home Health, FT. INTAKE COORDINATOR/ Coder, FT, Home Health PHLEBOTOMIST FT, exp & CA licence req. LAB TECH FT, nights, exp. & CA licence req. RESPIRATORY THERAPY SUPERVISOR FT, exp & license req. RADIOLOGY TECH FT, exp & license req. HowardHospital.com or 456-3015 Human Resources Medical Credentialing HR Dept.Support. Must have excellent clerical, computer & customer service. $13-17 DOE,benefits. Fax: 468-0793 mklobas@mchcinc.org Merchandiser-reliable worker to set and merchandise products and home improvement chains. Must be organized & detailed. Room for advancement. Hourly and bnfts. 800-6977773 ext 810 120 HELP WANTED JOIN THE HELPFUL HARDWARE FOLKS AT MENDO MILL, WILLITS Bring your previous exp. and help our customers. *Paint Department *Yard Sales *Receiving Dept. *Contractor Sales Apply at 305 E. Commercial, Willits, Ca NO Phone calls Please. Must be able to pass physical and drug screen upon job offer. Landscape/Erosion Control Foreman/ Crew Leader.Ref, cln DMV (A or B lic pref), drug/alcohol test, intercounty trvl. Excl pay, union wages, bens. App. 895-2100 ●Cage Manager (3 yrs exp. req) ●Marketing/ Promo. Asst. ●IT Network Tech. ●Bartender ●Buffet Host P/T ●Busser ●Cocktail Server ●Cook-Deli & Buffet ●Dishwasher ●Housekeeping ●Maintenance ●Poker Dealer ●Slot Host ●Slot Tech. To apply come to Shokawah Casino HR Office 13101 Nokomis Rd. Building D Hopland, CA 95449 Ph. 744-1395 x3092 Open Until Filled NCO Head StartUkiah Limited Term prog Asst I/II/Educ Suppt - AA pref., 2 yrs. exp. w/Computer & Office Mgmt, Sp/Eng Bil pref. Posn may turn reg. $12.84-$13.50/hr DOQ. NCO app w/transcripts req. (800)606-5550 x333 or www.ncoinc.org Closes: 2/21. EOE www.rpm4action.com FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 -B-5 120 HELP WANTED LEAD MILLWRIGHT & MILLWRIGHT for SAWMILL. Knowledge in all aspects of mill maintenance including hydraulics, welding, and basic electrical. Good analytical & problem solving skills. Experience necessary. Call 707-894-4242 and ask for Ken or apply in person at Redwood Empire Sawmill 31401 McCray Rd. Cloverdale. Great opportunity! Legal Secretary Mannon, King & Johnson Full time. Probate and Civil experience preferred. Must be computer literate. Immediate opening. Fax resume 468-0284 120 HELP WANTED Looking for a job in the Insurance field? We are looking for the right person to work in an insurance office to sell, market, and assist the agent in all insurance needs. Competitive comp. & bnfts. Willing to be licensed for fire and casualty and life and health ins. FBI background check req. Send res to 488 N. State St., Ukiah Looking for PT receptionist. Good phone and communication skills a must. Some computer exp. pref’d. Send resume attn: Michelle. 50 West Lake Mendocino Dr. or fax 463-3107 LICENSED PHARMACY TECH. Salary negotiable. Willits Pharmacy. 707459-6877 Make a Difference! Looking for Foster Family in Mendocino County for a young teen who loves animals, especially horses! Call Wendy LIKE CHILDREN? Redwood Children’s Services, Inc. if you are interested @ This might be the job for you. CHILDCARE WORKERS, ALL SHIFTS. F/T 4 day week. Starting salary $9.40 per hour. On call $9 per hour. Qualifications: Pass medical and drug exam, TB test, criminal background check and have valid Cal. Drivers license. GREAT NEW MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION PKG. matching 403B TSA Plan, paid holidays & vacation, paid training’s, on duty meals. FREE Co-op Day Care Provided Apply: TRINITY YOUTH SERVICES 915 W. Church St. or on line@ wwwtrinitycfs.org NEW EXCITING POSITION WORKING WITH KIDS 6 wks pd vacation 401 K. Day & Eve avail. Small homelike environment, good pay & benefits. Fax resume to 463-6957. 707-467-2000 MEDICAL BILLING Must be familiar with ICD9 & CPT coding $12-17 DOE benefits Fax: 707-468-0793 mklobas@mchcinc.org Now Hiring servers, bussers, & kitchen. Please apply @ Crushed Grape 13500 Hwy 101 Hopland P/T Deli Clerk position. Apply in person @ 1294 N. State St. Ukiah. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO. seeks competent, reliable maintenance person. Must have own transportation, valid D.L., current insurance. $13.00-$15.00hr. Send resume to PO Box 1389, Ukiah. Telephone Operator F/T, all shifts & wkends. Typing, spelling, phone skills a must. Benefits offered. Apply in person 960 N. State St. Ukiah. 120 HELP WANTED R.D.A. Park Fall Dental 1252 Airport Park Blvd. Suite D-1, Ukiah, CA 95482 707-462-8719 Looking for an R. D.A. to join us at our new state of the art office. Must be a team player & willing to work hard. Competitive pay w/benefits. Please apply at the office or fax resume to Tonia @ 463-8632 R/A WILL TRAIN Mountain View Senior Living Apply within 1343 S. Dora St. Ukiah RECEPTIONIST for foster family agency looking for friendly professional to answer multi-line phone, use voice mail, fill in for records mgr. data entry, typing, filing. Must pass background check before hire. Applicant must have 2 years experience in professional work environment, keep confidentiality. Must know Word, Excel & Outlook, great communication skills. Fax resumes to Attn: Human Resource Dept. 707-462-6994 or mail to PO Box 422 Ukiah, CA 95482. EOE. Youth Advocate for Foster Family Agency Intensive Treatment Foster Care Program. Will aid foster parents w/child rearing problems. Assist children & youth w/difficulties in social adjustments. Must have AA in Social Science Field w/1 yr exp or BA & initial training upon hire. Must be able to work eves & wknds. 20-29 hrs. wk. Pay $10 & up DOE. Must pass fingerprint clearance, have physical & TB before hire. Fax resume to: Attn: Angie (707)-462-6994 or mail to: PO Box 422, Ukiah, CA 95482. EOE. Vegetation maintenance Co. looking for FT Pole clearers. Drug screen, clean DMV, union. Call Dan. 707-367-1609 120 120 HELP WANTED RECREATION SUPERVISOR City of Healdsburg. Salary range $4748-$5708/ per month, plus excellent benefit package. Under general direction, coordinates, directs and plans a variety of facility use functions; supervises the organization and planning of program development; directs scheduling of athletic fields, school grounds, parks and community facilities, prepares budget requests, reports and informational statements on program activities and supervises and oversees the operation of City owned pool. Position requires a four-year degree in recreation, education, physical education, public administration or a closely related field and two years experience in recreation program planning an implementation which included the supervision of paid recreational personnel and volunteers. Apply by Wednesday, March 8, 2006, 5:00 p.m. Resume and City application required. For application contact the City of Healdsburg Personnel Office 401 Grove Street, Healdsburg, CA 95448 Phone 707-431-3322. EOE/AA/ADA. Find us on the Web at www.ci.healds burg.ca.us. HELP WANTED RELIEF DRIVER inside sales shipping/receiving. Must have hazmat endorsement. Full benefit packaging & 401k. Apply at UKIAH OXYGEN CO. 3470 N. State St. Ukiah RESIDENT MANAGER needed for 31 units on South side of Ukiah. Fax resume to 707463-1502 Attn: Property Management RETAIL P/T Exp. nec. Days. Bring resume to 202 S. State St. SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER Mendocino County Dept. of Social Services Salary $2176-$2644/biwkly Opportunity to manage program divisions that provide protective/ supportive services to vulnerable children. oversee complex service systems and personnel funcitons. College degree or MSW or MA degree and management experience. For info call 707-467-5866 or go to: www.mss.ca.gov to “Career Opportunities.” Closes 3/03/06. TRUE TO LIFE Children’s Services is looking for a FT aide. Position req. valid CDL & prior exp. w/children. Duties incl. transporting, supervising, providing creation, day & occasional overnight respite for shelter care parents.Comp. sal. Exp. county. Contact TLC 463-1100 120 120 HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Staff Expansion! We Need: RNs, Medical Assistants, and Drivers SOCIAL WORKER III-IV-V Mendocino County Department of Social Services Children and Adult Services Divisions Blood Centers of the Pacific’s donor site located in Ukiah seeks to fill the following positions immediately! Come join our team in a healthy work environment! All positions require a valid CA drivers license, acceptable driving record and ability to interact effectively with public and staff. Bi-weekly salary $1516-$1592-$1671 Social Worker positions working with at risk children, elderly and disabled adults, advocates for benefits and protective services. Case management experience + MSW or 21 year graduatge degree. level III requries BA or 30 units in a related field. For info call 707-467-5866 to apply online: www.mss.ca.gov “Career Opportunities”. Closes: 03-03-06 RNs & MEDICAL ASSISTANTS YOUTH WORKER CASE MANAGER 25 hr/wk, incl. some weekends and weeknights. Supervising, providing life skills education, counseling, substance abuse prevention, parent education, with homeless young adults. $8.81-9.91 p/h, no benefits. 463-4915 job description/req- uired application. TRAVEL TRAVEL TRAVEL 18-25 enthusiastic individuals needed to travel full time representing major publications. Must be 18 or over and free to start immediately. Hotel and transportation provided 2 weeks paid training, 888-741-2190 Support developmentally disabled in their own home. PT, FT & wkends. PU application at Mountain View Work with healthy volunteer community blood donors. We offer a full training and orientation program. RNs require a valid CA RN license. MAs require six months related exp. or MA certificate & three months relevant exp. DRIVERS 20 Hours Will set-up/breakdown equipment for community blood drives, transport supplies and staff as needed. Must be able to lift & carry up to 50 lbs. Requires one year relevant exp. Class B license preferred, but not required. Send resume to: BCP Human Resources, Job Code: UK P.O. Box 591329, San Francisco, CA 94159-1329 or email: resumes@bloodcenter s.org or fax (415) 7496620. EOE/AA. www.bloodcenters.org Starting position avail now with poss. advancement. Good driving record. Owner of small pick up a plus. 485-7829 SUBSCRIBE TODAY! The Ukiah 1000 Sanford Ranch Rd. Ukiah. 468-9331. DAILY JOURNAL 120 HELP WANTED Temp. ASSISTANT COOK position. May lead to FT. Experience needed. Pre-employment physical & drug testing req’d. Dental, Vision, Medical benefits. Free co-op child care. Apply: Trinity School 915 W. Church St., Ukiah UTILITY WORKER II City of Healdsburg. Salary: $3388-$4126/mo., plus excellent benefit package. Performs a wide variety of semiskilled and skilled maintenance duties in the installation, construction, repair, maintenance and landscaping of City facilities and system operations, including the skilled operation of power driven equipment. Requires education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and two years experience in construction or maintenance work, preferably including the operation of construction equipment or the performance of trades work. State of California Class B Driver’s license is also required. Deadline to apply: Friday, February 24, 2006. Request application materials: City of Healdsburg Personnel Office, 401 Grove Street, Healdsburg, CA 95448 707-431-3322. EOE/AA/ADA 590 GARAGE SALES Alert-Senior Center Thrift Open Mon-Sat 10-4, Donations & volunteers needed 462-4343 707-468-3500 With the help of these sponsors... Good life. Great price. Eversole Mortuary Bryan’s GLASS • Advanced Tinting • Advance Xerographics • All in One Auto Repair & Towing • Angel’s Mexican Food • Awesome Slice Pizza • Banners & More • Baskin Robbins • Blue Ribbon Pets • Best Western Orchard Inn • BillLo Medical Billing Service • Ca. State Auto Assoc. • City of Ukiah Employees Credit Union • Dollar World • Dominican University • Dow & Associates • Clair Fortier • Computer Scene • Dow & Associates • Empire Waste Management • Fiesta Mexicana • Freedom Skateboard Shop • H & N Carpets • Irene’s Beauty Shop If you would like to be a sponsor and support Newspapers in Education Call: 468-3500 • James Bruton Insurance Services • John S. Robertson & Associates, CPA • Mark Davis Insurance • Mountain Valley Printing • Myers Apothecary Shop • O’Haru • Pano Stephens Attorney at Law • Pacific Redwood Medical Group, Inc. • Redwood Oil Company • Russkinsey Home and Commercial Inspection • Smooth Moves • Sylvan Woods • Ukiah Paper Supply • Under Cover Roofing • Washington Mutual Bank F.A. • Wild Affair Productions • Yokayo Biofuels HELP WANTED Vineyard Mgmt Co. looking for an Experienced Mechanic to work on diesel engine, heavy & light trucks, and misc. equipment. Must have tools and acceptable DMV print out. Fax resume to 707-9673542. Youth Worker, Ukiah Transitional Living Program: 16 hrs/wk, mostly evenings/weekends.Su pervising, facilitating living skills, group education, with homeless young adults. $8.00-$11.00 p/h., no benefits. 4634915 job description/req- uired application. 140 BUSINESS RENTALS Banquet Hall & Kitchen Ukiah Senior Center 499 Leslie St. 462-4343 COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL & OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE For recorded Listings, Call 462-1840 Ext. 195 COMMERCIAL UNITS East Gobbi. Approx. 1200 sq ft. $1400 + dep. Potter Valley Office space $1000+dep. Beverly Sanders Realty 462-5198 DOWNTOWN UKIAH 112 & 116 North School 510,000 Square Feet Downstairs CHILD CARE 2,000 Square Feet Busy Bees Child Care Begining Feb. 15th has F/T for your child. 2yrs.+ M-F. 468-8859 Lic#2300003497 200 250 SERVICES OFFERED Upstairs MADISON PACIFIC PROPERTIES 707-462-4265/REALTOR www.madisonpacific.com GARDEN OFFICE PARK Spaces from 445sqft To 726sqft. & up Cabinets & Furniture Fine quality, hand crafted. Call 857-3399 SPRING RENT SPECIAL www.clintholeman.com .90/sq.ft. 1st yr. Housekeeper, Minimum 3 hours. Olga Garcia 468-1349 DOWNTOWN 2nd FLOOR DANCE STUDIO 205 FINANCIAL SERVICES BANKRUPTCY is it for me? FREE 3500 sq. ft. LEE KRAEMER Real Estate Broker consultation by phone! 468-8951 Atty Ed Dechant 800-823-0600 Great Retail Or Services Location Financial Difficulties? All types of loans. Good or bad credit. No advance fee. (866) 361-5036 24 hrs. $1,450 NNN 720 North State Street Approximately 4,000 Sq. Ft. $3,000 NNN MADISON PACIFIC PROPERTIES 210 BUSINESS OPPORT. Entrepreneur! Direct Sales, Executive level pay without stress. Work from home. 800-473-2070 707-462-4265/REALTOR www.madisonpacific.com www.coloradogator.com SUBSCRIBE TODAY! The Ukiah DAILY JOURNAL 707-468-3500 305 North Main Street Approximately 2,600 Sq. Ft. OFFICE/SHOP 435sf 2193 S. State St. Uk. Wtr pd. good park. $330/mo. + sec. 707-462-8273 Office/Store Front. 533 A S. State St. $475/mo 485-7578 or 462-3008 300 APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED 1bd $625 Wtr&gar pd. Studio, all utils pd. $580. Downtown Ukiah 357-5575 2bd. 1 ba $800 2 bd. TH $825 3bdr 2 ba. $1100 No Section 8. LEE KRAEMER PROPERTY MGMT 463-2134 2Bd/2Ba in Ukiah. 1751 Talmage Rd. $725/mo. No S/P, Madison Pacific Properties 462-4265 madison@pacific.net 3bd, 2ba, TwnHs. W/D, G/D, D/W, lg. bckyrd, N/P. $985/mo + dep. 707-489-4411 625 N. STATE ST. PARK PLACE 1 bd. $725-$775 2 bdr. $850 TH $950. Pool/garg. 462-5009 Available Now! 118 Observatory Ave. 1Bd/1Ba, $575/mo No S/P, No Sec. 8. Madison Pacific Properties 462-4265 madison@pacific.net Clean 2 Bdrm apt. quiet Westside 4-plex. good credit, N/S, no pets, $725/mo. 4623563 COOPER LANE 2 bed., 1 ba. apt. No pets. Laundry on site. Water & garbage inc. $725+ deposit. Beverly Sanders Realty 462-5198, CREEKSIDE Apts 1 & 2 bdrms. 1story/ yards. $650 & $750 Mgr. 459-9735 ❤HEART of UKIAH ❤ LUXURY TOWNHOME 2bd2.5ba avail 1/1. Sml pet OK. 463-2973 HOPLAND 1 bdrm. Remodl. Avl. now. $600 + dep. 489-8600 MOVE IN SPECIAL! 1/2-off 1 mo. rent w/6 mo. lease @ Sierra Sunset Apts. Call Selzer Realty 468-0411 S. DORA. 2 bed., 1 ba. apt. Water & garbage inc. No pets. $725+deposit. Beverly Sanders Realty 462-5198 300 APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED Redwood Creek Luxury Apts. BRAND NEW & BEAUTIFUL *Full Size W/D in All Units *Pet Friendly *Walk in Closets *Garages Available *24 Hr. Fitness Cntr *Fireplaces in Select Units *Heated Lap Pool, Spa & Sport Court Call About Our FREE Rent Specials 888-893-4455 Rohnert Park, CA 94928 Roomy 2 Bd. upstairs apt. w/lovely view. Newly renovated & avail. now! $725/mo. Selzer Realty 468-0411 SOUTH UKIAH 1&2 bed. apts. Water, garbage paid. Swimming pool, laundry on site. Starting at $610 + deposit. Beverly Sanders Realty 462-5198 Spacious 2bdrm. 1 ba incl. ht, AC, wat, & garb.w/balcony, patio & pool, $875/mo. No pets. 462-8600 Westside Ukiah 1bd. w/loft. $600. Incl util. 1st, last & dep. 972-4839 for application. 320 DUPLEXES 2 bd. 351 Creekside, Willits. Lndry rm. No pets. Sml. bk yd. Garage. $800. 485-0841 3bd1.5ba. Ukiah townhouse. Frplc. W/D HU. Gar. yard. $1000/mo. + dep. 707-433-6688 Upper Lg. 2BD. Xclean. Quiet. 165 Oak Manor Ct. No S/P/Sec. 8. $750+Dep. 462-2234 330 HOMES FOR RENT 2 bdrm. 2 ba. Formal din. rm. Wd. stvs, gas furn., carport. Quiet. setting. S. of town. $1075. 467-3645 Ernie Fine Agent 2bd.1.5 ba mobile. N/S. N/P. Hopland. $800/mo. 462-8008, 367-0438 2bd1ba w/frplc New kitchen. S. Ukiah. $950+1200 dep. 145 Fircrest Dr. Unit E Showing between 12-1 pm.daily. 2bd1ba. Gar.&shop. Util rm. N/P/S N/sec. 8. $1100/mo. Credit check. 485-0433 3bd 2ba Willits $1300 Nice yd lake & forest +more. N/S P? (707)486-7193/456-0648 3bd2ba.town of Nice. Cent.AC,Lg. yd. Lake view. N/S/P. $1200+ dep. 707-225-1976 Cute 2bd.1ba. w/gar. Big yd. Landscape maint. incl. $1050/mo. 467-9495 EAST RD. 2 bed., 1 ba. home in Potter Valley. Country setting. No pets. $1000+deposit. Beverly Sanders Realty 462-5198 370 WANTED TO RENT Quiet young couple & baby boy seeking a place to park R.V. & veh., fair rent. Elec. & water is all we need. 888-3412 380 WANTED TO SHARE RENT Female pref’d to share quiet hm. Home privileges. No S/D/P $460/mo Cell 650-630-0172 IMMAC. 2BD1BA. 2 garages, lrg. yd. New carpet, no pets. Nr. St. Mary’s. $1200mo. sec. 468-0834 Nice 2 Bedroom in Ukiah $1100/mo +sec.dep. 485-1941 POWER HOUSE RD 2 bed., 1ba. home in Potter Valley. Solar power/heat. Storage, W/D hook up. $1200+ deposit. Beverly Sanders Realty 462-5198 Ukiah Westside Unit Cozy, 2bd Cln, new inter. w/hrdwd flrs & sml fncd yrd. No S/P $700/mo 328-2418 MISC. FOR SALE HOT TUB ‘06 Therapy Spa. All jets. Lrg. & Jumbo. Never used. Wrnty. Can deliver. Worth $6500 Sell: $2950. 766-8622 Orlando/Disney area 7/6 nights stay. Paid $600 sell for $199. Good for 1 year. 707-233-0469 Recombent Bicycle 400 NEW & USED EQUIPMENT 35 KW diesel generator. ‘76, white w/only 1600 hrs. Runs great. $4,500 489-5070 440 FURNITURE Custom Maple COFFEE TABLE 30”x50” - draw & glass protective top. $150. 468-1445 460 APPLIANCES USED APPLIANCES & FURNITURE. Guaranteed. 485-1216 480 MISC. FOR SALE 18” Oak Firewood For Sale $225/Cord Also Madrone $275/Cord Call 468-7925 Eves ♦♦♦♦♦ BEAUTIFUL For lease nice westside Ukiah 4 bd. 2 ba. $1600/mo. (650)438-3534 480 MARQUEE STONE WEDDING/ ENGAGEMENT RING SET. 14 smaller diamonds surrounding stone. 10K gold. Size 7.5. Paid $695 before tax. Asking $300 firm. 468-0907 ♦♦♦♦♦ Dry Oak Firewood 1 cord $270, 1/2 cord $150. Free Delivery. 467-1159 FIREWOOD. Cords of seasoned oak. Comes on pallet. Can deliver. 18”. 621-3177 WANTED I BUY COINS! Private Collector 621-1308, 485-7750 462-5349 SPA-Deluxe ‘05 model. 30 jets. Therapy seat. Never used. Warr.Can del. $2650.707-468-4300 Wild Wood ‘94 28ft 5th wheel trailer. Exc. Cond. $5,800 OBO 485-1964/367-0514 500 500 PETS & SUPPLIES FOUND Right after flood. Grey & White full grown friendly cat. Oak Manor area. 462-3461 FOUND: CAT Friendly longhaired Tabby/Persian mix in Talmage. Can be seen at Animal Control cage 57. 463-4427 to claim or adopt. Mendo. Co. Shep.Pups. Free 744-8740 THREE OLD CATS need a home for their remaining years. These are outside cats. They showed up at our ranch long ago, but now we are moving to the city and the new owners want them gone. All are fixed. We’ll pay for all food (Hill’s Science Diet) and any vet care for the rest of their lives. Call Mark at 391-4807 5 Healthy American Pitbull Terrier Pups. 1M/4F. $250/ea Call for pics. 362-6084 6 yr. old miniature horse & full size goat, both 4 $200 467-3855/472-2851 Border Collie 11 months old. Great dog. Needs great home. 485-0292 CATS: Looking for a cat, or want to find a home for a cat? 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What could be easier! ▼ 120 THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL ▼ B-6- FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 Sources: 2001 Gallup Poll; 2001 Scarborough Report r.1 3/01, 9/00, 9/99 ABC Reports. Call us today! Classified Department 468-3535 Mendocino County Animal Care & Control. The Ukiah DAILY JOURNAL All cats 50% off adoption fees thru Feb. 24. Please find a place in your heart and home for a cat or cats that would love to be part of your family. ♥ 463-4427 ♥ Puppies! Pit Bull 7wks, parents on site, $250. 489-9898 Sheltie & Cavalier King Charles Adult females. Call for pics: 707-7256365 Sell It Fast With Ukiah Daily Journal Classifieds 590 GARAGE SALES 630 AUTO PARTS & ACCESSORIES 2002 Chevy Silverado rims, caps & usable tires. 4 = $100. 468-1445 Big Sale at My Lucky Day. Clothing $3 bag. Books $1 bag. Wed. Thurs Fri. Sat. 10-5 1490 S. State St. MOVING SALE LAST PHASE Everything goes.... Fri. only. 8-? 6570 N. State St. Calpella. Rain or Shine. 18’ Rims w/brand new tires. Used only 6 months. Great Condition $700 OBO 459-2140 after 5pm 650 4X4'S FOR SALE Datsun/Nissan Trucks 620 ‘80, ‘81, ‘82, 4x4 parts and more! 485-0204 MOTORCYCLES 2003 SUZUKI INTRUDER 1400. GMC Yukon ‘98 65K Miles. All power, leather, etc. 468-8448 660 3200 mi. Like new. V+H exhaust. Corbin seat, shield, bags. Black/Silver. $5300. 463-2424, 489-5205 VANS FOR SALE Chevy Astro Minivan ’05, 3d,A/C, pw/pdl, Cd, $15,995 Ref#3806-119107 Novato Chevrolet 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com WE LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! The Ukiah Daily Journal is YOUR local newspaper! That said, we at the Journal love to hear from you regarding anything and everything that is of interest to you. Whether you want to acknowledge a job well done or air a grievance, the Letters to the Editor section is the place for you! Simply drop your letter off at: 590 S. School St., Ukiah, send your letter to: Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 749, Ukiah, CA 95482, Fax to: 468-3544 or e-mail to: udj@pacific.net It’s that easy! The Ukiah Letter Policy The Daily Journal welcomes letters to the editor. Only letters that include a legible signature, return address and phone number will be considered. Shorter, concise letters will be given preference and names will not be withheld for any reason. All letters are subject to editing. DAILY JOURNAL THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 -B-7 670 TRUCKS FOR SALE Chevy ‘00 Silverado LS, Tow pkg. Ext. cab. Automatic. 485-8647 DIRECTORY OF Chevy ‘98 Silverado V8, lthr, 4wd, A/C, pw/pdl, CD, $13,599 Ref#3851-142109 Novato Chevrolet 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com CHEVY S10 LS ’03 Ext. Cab, V6, 2wd, A/C, CD, $10,988 Ref#3837-189849 Novato Chevrolet 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com Chevy Silverado ‘04, Ext. Cab., V8, a/c, pw/pdl, Cd $21,995 Ref#3287-1295520 Novato Chevrolet 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com Chevy Silverado ‘05 PROFESSIONALS ANTIQUE AUTO with this coupon Fast mobile Service *No One Can Beat Our Prices* FREE Antiques & Collectibles Appraisals $98 CALL (707) 573-3031 for quotes and appointment EVERY WEDNESDAY 11-5 Novato Chevolet 9621 N. State St. Redwood Valley 485-1185 Buying Antiques & Collectibles Daily. Affordable Auto Glass ADVERTISING TERMITE BUSINESS 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com Ford Escape ‘06 XLT Util. 4d, V6, a/c, pw/pdl, CD, $18,988 Ref#3890-A40429 Novato Chevrolet Window Tinting for Auto, Residential and commercial. Auto Windshield Replacement Rock Chip Repair We accept all major credit cards, checks are welcome Foundation to finish Homes • Additions • Kitchens • Decks Lic. #580504 707.485.8954 707.367.4040 cell GUTTERS International ‘72 flat bd. Gd running cond. but needs to go. Any offer! 485-0670 • Classified • Retail • Internet Our advertising representatives can assist you in promoting your business. Call us today! Nissan Pathfinder ‘97 XE, 4d,2wd,a/c, cd, pw/pdl, $5,999 Ref#3886-181681 Novato Chevrolet • Room Additions • Painting • Fences/Decks • Garage/Shops • Solid Surface Countertops • Kitchen & Baths 485-8659 HANDYMAN 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com GMC Sonoma ‘97 Good Cond. $6,000 OBO. Dodge Grand Caravan ‘95. $4,200 OBO. MCI Coach ‘73 40ft. $12,000 firm 4850914 CONSTRUCTION COUNTERTOPS Windshields as low as 1500, Crw cab, V8, 4wd, pw/pdl $28,995 Ref#3832-251662 Redwood Valley Antique Mall CONSTRUCTION Escobar Services From Covelo to Gualala the most trusted name in the Termite Business! Call for appointment 485-7829 Prepainted Seamless Gutters 27 Colors to Choose From Fascia Gutter Ogee Gutter Limited Lifetime Warranty** FREE ESTIMATES Family Owned for 40 Years License #OPR9138 468-0123 Curved Face Gutter 5 1/2” 4” 5 1/2” Aluminum • Copper • Steel Lic. # 292494 462-2468 Insured Bonded **To original owner. All types of home repair, remodeling, construction, window & door repair, carpenting & tile Can fix almost anything. Serving Ukiah, Redwood Valley, Calpella & Willits. Work Guaranteed (707) 485-0810 Non-licensed contractor SOLID SURFACE & LAMINATE COUNTERTOPS 2485 N. State St. • Ukiah Bill & Craig 707.467.3969 CL 856023 HOME REPAIR CalMend Home Repair • Electrical Ceiling fans, wall outlets, wall heaters (gas & electric), Dryer hookups • Carpentry Doors, windows, fine finish trim • and more • Satisfaction Guaranteed Irv Manasse All Local Numbers 707-313-5811 office 707-456-9055 home 707-337-8622 cell No CSLB Insured 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com CARS FOR SALE Cadillac Deville ‘91 New brakes, tires, & paint. Runs great. $2,500. 489-5070 LANDSCAPING MASSAGE THERAPY CREEKSIDE LANDSCAPE Redwood Valley Cadillac Seville STS ‘99. Beaut. cond. exc. care. 112,000 mi. North star engine. $9,500 462-5601 Chevy Cavalier ‘02 Sdn, 4d, 4-cyl., a/c, pw,pdl, cd. $8,989 Ref#3884-738748 Complete Landscape Installation • Concrete & Masonry • Retaining Walls • Irrigation & Drip Sprinklers • Drainage Systems • Consulting & Design • Bobcat Grading • Tractor Service 680 Novato Chevrolet 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com License #624806 C27 RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL Joe Morales (707) 744-1912 (707) 318-4480 cell Massage Oolah Boudreau-Taylor CMT Thorough & Sensitive Deep Tissue & Sports Massage My work is to reduce your pain, improve your ability to do your work, and allow you to play harder and sleep better. 1st Visit Special 2 Hrs/$65 By appointment 8am to 6:30pm, M-F 485-1881 ELECTRICIAN SHANAHAN ELECTRIC Auger Electrical Trenching Dump Truck 420 O.K. Free Estimate Serving Lake, Mendocino, Sonoma Counties & beyond 707-621-0422 C-10 #825758 DUMP RUNS REFINISHING • Tractor work • Hauling • Clean up • Landscaping • No job too small • Free estimate Furniture and Antique Repair & Refinishing 391-5052 cell 468-0853 mess 30+ years experience Laquer, Varnish, Oil, Wax, Water-based finish Workshop in Redwood Valley free estimates Allen Strong 707-485-0802 Chrysler PT Cruiser ‘05 sprt wgn, 4d, 4-cyl., a/c, pw/pdl. $13,988 Ref#3863-511742 WATER STORAGE WOMEN’S HEALTH Linda Dashiell, CNM Novato Chevrolet D.A.M. WATER STORAGE 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com Chrysler Sebring ‘04 GTC Conv. 2d, Auto, a/c, pw/pdl, $15,995 Ref#3894-352791 Novato Chevrolet 866-697-9168 novatochevrolet.com Lexus ‘93 SC300 196K, very well maint. Minor int. & ext. abrasions. $3,800 or comparable trade. 8883412 Saturn Sta. Wgn. SW1, ‘95. AT. $2250. Runs good. 468-1230 Sporty ‘03 Dodge Neon SXT, Solar. Yellow Well Maintained. Excellent Condition, RUNS GREAT. 71,000 Miles. $7,000.00 707-743-1667 TAURUS ‘98 75K mi. $3500. Call Pauline 485-7218 Volvo 240 DL ‘82 Needs some work. New tires. 154,485 mi. $750 462-8157 VW Jetta TDI ‘2000 48mpg. Excel. cond. 110k, Biodiesel/diesel. “Providing affordable, portable water storage” 1-800-693-5676 www.damwaterstorage.com COLLAPSIBLE WATER TANKS ~ Light weight ~ ~ Easy to transport ~ ~ Easy to Install ~ • Fire Safety • Agriculture 6K Gal. - $560 • Flood Control 12K Gal. - $1099 • Removable Pond Ideal for applications in isolated or hard to reach areas 3K Gal. - $350 SPA & SALON DAY SPA & SALON • Hair Style • Manicures • Pedicures • Facials • Waxing • Massage • Make Up • Body Wraps We use and recommend Aveda products. 158 S. Main St. Willits (707) 456-9757 $13,500. 468-0205 690 UTILITY TRAILERS LIKE NEW 2002 MORGA 5.5’ X 8’ UTILITY TRAILER With drop down tailgate for loading. $1075 485-5389 Sell It Fast With Ukiah Daily Journal Classifieds Ukiah Daily Journal Delivered to Your Door 468-0123 Relocating to 1367 S. Dora, Ukiah Providing Women’s Health Services Including prenatal & postpartum care, annual exams & birth control. Accepting new patients, most insurances including Medical. 707-272-3859-cell (After Feb. 8) 707-462-5025 CABINETS license #849949 463-2333 Showroom - 756 S. State St. Cabinets, countertops, design, installation and remodeling Clines Unlimited Construction, Inc. license #608885 462-5617 LANDSCAPING MASSAGE Sangiacomo Landscape Medicine Energy Massage Ukiah, Calpella, Redwood Valley Lic. #367676 • Consult • Design • Install Exclusive Line of Bobcat track loaders Established in 1970 Office (707) 468-0747 Cell (707) 391-7676 Mr. Terry Kulbeck Holistic Health Practitioner Nationally Certified Message Therapist 1 year 1200 hours training 1 hr. $40 • 1 and a half hour $60 Your choice of: Swedish & Lymphatic Oil Massage, Tui-Na & Shiatsu Acupressure, Neuromuscular Assisted Stretching or Medical Massage Treat Yourself Today (707) 391-8440 NOTICE TO READERS The Ukiah Daily Journal publishes home improvement and construction advertisements from companies and individuals who have been licensed by the State of California. We also publish advertisements from unlicensed companies and individuals. All licensed contractors are required by State Law to list their license number in advertisements offering their services. The law also states contractors performing work of impro-vements totaling $500 or more must be licensed by the State of California. Advertisements appearing in these columns without a licensed number indicate that the contractor or individuals are not licensed by the State of California. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Contractors State License Board. B-8- FRIDAY, FEB. 17, 2006 THE UKIAH DAILY JOURNAL HONDA LEASES • LEASES • LEASES • LEASES • LEASES New 06 CRV 2 WD LX A/T $ New 06 Accord 2 DR LX A/T 229 219 PER MO #000977 Model #CM6556JNW Plus tax on approved credit. 36 month closed end lease, $1833.75 due on signing includes $250 sec. deposit plus tax & license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage over 12,000 miles, 15¢ per mile. Residual $12,468.75. On super preferred approval of credit. New 06 Odyssey LX $ $ #004154 Model #CM7236EW PER MO #006958 Model #RD6856EW Plus tax on approved credit. 36 month closed end lease, $1999 due on signing includes $250 sec. deposit plus tax & license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage over 12,000 miles, 15¢ per mile. Residual $12,357.55. On super preferred approval of credit. New 06 Accord Sedan EX-V6 M/T 279 $ #012781 Model #YF2846EW PER MO 239 PER MO Plus tax on approved credit. 36 month closed end lease, $3059 due on signing includes $275 sec. deposit plus tax & license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage over 12,000 miles, 15¢ per mile. Residual $16,153.00. On super preferred approval of credit. New 06 Pilot 2WD EX #056169 Model #RL3826EW Plus tax on approved credit. 36 month closed end lease, $3173 due on signing includes $300 sec. deposit plus tax & license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage over 12,000 miles, 15¢ per mile. Residual $16,054.90. On super preferred approval of credit. $ New 06 Ridgeline RT 289 PER MO Plus tax on approved credit. 36 month closed end lease, $2061 due on signing includes $325 sec. deposit plus tax & license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage over 12,000 miles, 20¢ per mile. Residual $17,154.15. On super preferred approval of credit. #552886 Model #YK1626EW $ 299 PER MO Plus tax on approved credit. 36 month closed end lease, $2218 due on signing includes $325 sec. deposit plus tax & license. Lessee responsible at lease end for mileage over 12,000 miles, 15¢ per mile. Residual $16,385.00. On super preferred approval of credit. SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE • SALE New 2006 Accord Sedan EX-V6 A/T New 2006 CRV 4WD SE A/T Honda Presidents Day Special 4.9% APR #002126 Model #RV7896JNW SALE PRICE on all new Honda models with preferred approval of credit $ 24,199 SALE PRICE New 2006 Ridgeline RTL #508011 Model #YK1656ENW SALE PRICE SALE PRICE #001544 Model #CM7236EW #001140 Model #YF2846EW $ 19,749 SALE PRICE New 2006 S2000 SALE PRICE $ 27,139 SALE PRICE New 2006 Element EX 2WD A/T #001622 Model #AP2146ENW 23,499 25,199 New 2006 Pilot 2WD EX 28,899 $ $ New 2006 Accord 2DR LX A/T $ New 2006 Odyssey LX #052632 Model #RL3826EW #000977 Model #CM6556JNW #000102 Model #YH1866EW $ 32,999 SALE PRICE $ 19,499 Come See The Great Selection Of Pre-owned Vehicles 2003 Honda Accord 2004 Honda Civic Cpe 2003 Ford Focus 2005 Chevy Impala 2003 Dodge Ram 2005 Chevy Cavalier 2004 Saturn Ion 2003 Honda Pilot #019092 #085352 #109108 #105746 #590010 #106540 #154274 #538412 All vehicles subject to prior sale. All prices plus government fees, taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge of $45, and any emissions testing charge and CA tire fee. Sale ends 2/19/06. HONDA 2004 Nissan Sentra #860466 2004 2003 Honda Civic Ford Sedan Mustang #529151 #306805 2004 Jeep Liberty #128505 1400 Hastings Rd • Ukiah www.thurstonhonda.com 1-800-287-6727 707-468-9215 CREDIT UNION DIRECT LENDING
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