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Monday, February 27, 2017Visitation: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church. Service: 12:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the church. Remembrances: Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church, 2226 Ventura Ave., Fresno, CA 93721 or Charlie Keyan Armenian School, 108 N. Villa Ave., Clovis, CA 93612. Arrangements: Wildrose Chapel & Funeral Home.BISHOP — Chester Lee Bishop, 77, of Fresno died Feb. 19. He was an electrical engineer for Rockwell International. Visitation: 3 to 8 p.m. March 2 at Jesse E. Cooley Jr. Chapel. Service: 1 p.m. March 3 at the funeral home. BOWSER — Margaret Joan Bowser, 95, of Clovis died Feb. 11. She was a retired registered nurse. Memorial: 10:30 a.m. March 17 at Clovis Cemetery District. Arrangements: Neptune Society of Central California.BROOKS — Beverly Jean Brooks, 66, of Fresno died Feb. 21. She was a health care worker. Visitation: 3 to 8 p.m. March 1 at Jesse E. Cooley Jr. Chapel. Service: 11 a.m. March 2 at Fresno Temple Church of God in Christ. CARLTON — Chelsea Marie Carlton, 27, of Fresno died Feb. 20. She was a sales representative at Lucky Brand Jeans. Memorial: 10 a.m. March 3 at Chapel of the Light Funeral Home. CARROLL — Cory Lee Carroll, 48, of Fresno died Feb. 15. He was a furniture refinisher. No services will be held. Arrangements: Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel.DANIELS — Michael Brice Daniels, 26, of Fresno died Feb. 19. He was a laborer. Visitation: 3 to 8 p.m. March 2 at Jesse E. Cooley Jr. Chapel. Service: 10 a.m. March 3 at the funera...
Monday, January 30, 2017The Royals’ bus embarked before 7 a.m. local time Tuesday from Santo Domingo to Las Terrenas to services for Yordano Ventura, who died early Sunday in a car crash.Kansas City Star sports columnist Vahe Gregorian and photojournalist John Sleezer were with the Royals all day. We aggregated their updates here, as time and Internet connections permitted while respecting moments of innermost privacy for the family.Here is a rundown of the whole day from Gregorian, with all times Atlantic Standard, two hours ahead of Kansas City time:2:31 p.m.: Back on bus now, will soon try to start making sense of all this. Thanks to all who have followed along today.One last footnote for now: As I just chatted with Dayton Moore, he thanked John Sleezer and me for being here. This is a point about him, not us. Moore said it was important for Kansas City and Ventura’s legacy that we try to chronicle this day.Along those lines, Eric Hosmer also made a point of thanking The Star for being here.2:29 p.m.: Yordano Ventura has been interred at the cemetery and the Royals are headed back to Santo Domingo on the bus. Many in the...
Monday, November 14, 2016April because, they say, his celebrity status is attracting more tourists than can be absorbed by the mile-square city, which even in pre-Eastwood days was a popular weekend destination."Jesse VenturaVentura was a true Trump forerunner, shocking folks when he went from being a reality star to public office.Born James George Janos, Ventura has had a full resume as a professional wrestler, actor, shock jock, and, of course, politician.He served as Mayor of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota from 1991 to 1995.But even he was surprised when in 1998 he ran for Governor of Minnesota as part of the Reform Party and won."This is beyond the expectations that any of us felt, at least I did," the Washington Post reported Ventura telling supporters during his victory speech. "The American Dream lives on in Minnesota as we shocked the world. I'll bet you they're never going to take the people lightly again, are they?"He declined to run for a second term, and in 2002, Minnesota Public Radio reported that "Ventura inherited a $4 billion surplus, and leaves office with the state facing a $4.5 billion deficit."Some high points of his term included the building of a light-rail line that serves Minneapolis and St. Paul, and the overhaul of the state's property tax system.Critics said at the time that Ventura would have achieved more had he been more cooperative with legislators."There are times he just charmed you tremendously. You know, just very, very charming," then Republican House Speaker Steve Sviggum said. "And in the next minute, you'll be shaking your head and saying, 'You know, I don't want anything to do with the individual.'"Arnold SchwarzeneggerPerhaps an even stronger comparison can be made between the "Terminator" star and Trump, particularly since Schwarzenegger was tapped to take over "Celebrity Apprentice" when Trump had to bow out to run for President.Schwarzenegger won the 2003 recall election for Governor of California and was reelected in 2006.A 2010 Time magazine article about his legacy as governor quoted journalist Joe Matthews as saying Schwarzenegger "was an 'illustrative failure' in regards to the two-thirds supermajority votes needed to pass a budget and taxes in California and in trying to work within the existing system to move the state ahead."But Schwarzenegger did do some good, Mathews said."He did us a great service because he tried everything," Mathews said. "He fought with people, he circumvented the legislature and went to the ballot measure, he compromised, he tried for spending caps, rainy day funds, raising taxes, cutting programs, working with the Republicans, working with the Democrats."TM & © 2016 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company. All rights reserved.
Monday, November 07, 2016There are over 324 million Americans and only 22 million veterans. Less than 1 percent of the population is serving in the military today. At last year’s Veterans Day ceremony in Ventura, Capt. Chris Janke, commanding officer Naval Base Ventura County, observed the busy traffic nearby and reflected that in years past the streets were empty on Veterans Day. You would see flags flying and could go to a parade to honor veterans. Today, we still have many Veterans Day events but it is more of a special event than a community affair.In Ventura County and the surrounding areas, many Veterans Day ceremonies will be held to recognize the service of local veterans. I hope you will take the time to attend one of them. If you go, introduce yourself to a veteran and learn something about them and their service.If you are unable to get out and would still like to recognize our veterans, Wendy Pierro, the engagement editor at the Ventura County Star, is working on a social media project for Veteran's Day. She is asking people to call and leave a voice message to say thank you or honor a veteran in your life or just to thank all veterans. You are welcome to email a photo for a slideshow that will run on Veteran's Day. Call 764-1166 to talk about the veteran in your life or leave a thank you message for all of the men and women who have served in our military. Please keep your message between 30 and 45 seconds. If you have photos you would like to share with your message, email them to wendy.pierro@vcstar.com. Start your message by stating your name and city of residence. All messages and photos must be submitted by noon Wednesday. Messages and photos will be shared on Veteran's Day at vcstar.com and on their social media.If you want to find a veterans memorial near you, there is an online presentation on the gcvf.org website that provides photos and the location of all Ventura County’s military museums, veteran’s memorials and road signs.If you know a veteran who needs a wheelchair, the Knights of Columbus and the American Wheelchair Mission have new wheelchairs for veterans and veteran organizations. Wheelchairs will be distributed on Nov. 19 in Moorpark. Call Tim Carvalho at 624-0853 or Mike Ohler at 231-0677 to reserve a wheelchair. Supplies are limited.EventsFriday: Veterans Ride for Free with an ID on the following bus systems: Camarillo Area Transit, Gold Coast Transit, Moorpark City Transit, Simi Valley Transit, Thousand Oaks Transit, VCTC Intercity Transit and Valley Express. Call 800-438-1112 for more information.Friday: 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Veterans Day in Ojai, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 482, 843 E Ojai Ave, Ojai. Members of the American Legion and the VFW Posts throughout Ventura County are invited to share memories and treasures with other vets. There will be soup and desserts available. ...
Monday, September 19, 2016Library — the best attended presidential museum in the United States — is a huge source of pride for the city.The city annexed the library, which sees between 350,000 to 400,000 visitors a year, from Ventura County in 2010.Nancy Reagan’s death “rightly puts the focus on a world-class museum, not the city, that Ronald and Nancy Reagan nurtured,” he said. “We do everything we can to assist them in our city. We have and will continue to do that.”The city is playing a support role to the Reagan family and the library in the coming days, said Assistant City Manager Brian Gabler. The Police Department is working with federal agencies and the library on security and providing street and traffic control where needed. He noted the city has been in the spotlight before with the high-profile events that have happened at the library.“Visitors who come here will see it’s a wonderful place,” he said. “We’re just looking to make sure they have a good experience.”Meanwhile, other business owners hope the influx of visitors will translate into an increase in sales over the next few days.Kristina McClure, owner of Old School Sandwiches & Salads located on Madera Road near the library, said her small restaurant saw about a 25 percent increase in business over two days during the Republican presidential debate held at the library last year.“Being in a small town, it’s nice to have a surge of business because every little bit helps,” she said.Matt Migdali, manager at Ali Baba’s Cafe in the same strip mall, said the Reagan Library has brought in many customers over the years to the Middle Eastern restaurant.“We get a lot of people from the South or the Midwest,” he said. “They’ve never seen hummus before ... It’s wonderful that we can share that with people.”Details on the public opportunities to pay respects to Nancy Reagan, including shuttle information, can be found at the library’s website at www.reaganfoundation.org.
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Monday, February 27, 2017Visitation: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church. Service: 12:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the church. Remembrances: Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church, 2226 Ventura Ave., Fresno, CA 93721 or Charlie Keyan Armenian School, 108 N. Villa Ave., Clovis, CA 93612. Arrangements: Wildrose Chapel & Funeral Home.BISHOP — Chester Lee Bishop, 77, of Fresno died Feb. 19. He was an electrical engineer for Rockwell International. Visitation: 3 to 8 p.m. March 2 at Jesse E. Cooley Jr. Chapel. Service: 1 p.m. March 3 at the funeral home. BOWSER — Margaret Joan Bowser, 95, of Clovis died Feb. 11. She was a retired registered nurse. Memorial: 10:30 a.m. March 17 at Clovis Cemetery District. Arrangements: Neptune Society of Central California.BROOKS — Beverly Jean Brooks, 66, of Fresno died Feb. 21. She was a health care worker. Visitation: 3 to 8 p.m. March 1 at Jesse E. Cooley Jr. Chapel. Service: 11 a.m. March 2 at Fresno Temple Church of God in Christ. CARLTON — Chelsea Marie Carlton, 27, of Fresno died Feb. 20. She was a sales representative at Lucky Brand Jeans. Memorial: 10 a.m. March 3 at Chapel of the Light Funeral Home. CARROLL — Cory Lee Carroll, 48, of Fresno died Feb. 15. He was a furniture refinisher. No services will be held. Arrangements: Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel.DANIELS — Michael Brice Daniels, 26, of Fresno died Feb. 19. He was a laborer. Visitation: 3 to 8 p.m. March 2 at Jesse E. Cooley Jr. Chapel. Service: 10 a.m. March 3 at the funera...
Monday, January 30, 2017The Royals’ bus embarked before 7 a.m. local time Tuesday from Santo Domingo to Las Terrenas to services for Yordano Ventura, who died early Sunday in a car crash.Kansas City Star sports columnist Vahe Gregorian and photojournalist John Sleezer were with the Royals all day. We aggregated their updates here, as time and Internet connections permitted while respecting moments of innermost privacy for the family.Here is a rundown of the whole day from Gregorian, with all times Atlantic Standard, two hours ahead of Kansas City time:2:31 p.m.: Back on bus now, will soon try to start making sense of all this. Thanks to all who have followed along today.One last footnote for now: As I just chatted with Dayton Moore, he thanked John Sleezer and me for being here. This is a point about him, not us. Moore said it was important for Kansas City and Ventura’s legacy that we try to chronicle this day.Along those lines, Eric Hosmer also made a point of thanking The Star for being here.2:29 p.m.: Yordano Ventura has been interred at the cemetery and the Royals are headed back to Santo Domingo on the bus. Many in the...
Monday, November 14, 2016April because, they say, his celebrity status is attracting more tourists than can be absorbed by the mile-square city, which even in pre-Eastwood days was a popular weekend destination."Jesse VenturaVentura was a true Trump forerunner, shocking folks when he went from being a reality star to public office.Born James George Janos, Ventura has had a full resume as a professional wrestler, actor, shock jock, and, of course, politician.He served as Mayor of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota from 1991 to 1995.But even he was surprised when in 1998 he ran for Governor of Minnesota as part of the Reform Party and won."This is beyond the expectations that any of us felt, at least I did," the Washington Post reported Ventura telling supporters during his victory speech. "The American Dream lives on in Minnesota as we shocked the world. I'll bet you they're never going to take the people lightly again, are they?"He declined to run for a second term, and in 2002, Minnesota Public Radio reported that "Ventura inherited a $4 billion surplus, and leaves office with the state facing a $4.5 billion deficit."Some high points of his term included the building of a light-rail line that serves Minneapolis and St. Paul, and the overhaul of the state's property tax system.Critics said at the time that Ventura would have achieved more had he been more cooperative with legislators."There are times he just charmed you tremendously. You know, just very, very charming," then Republican House Speaker Steve Sviggum said. "And in the next minute, you'll be shaking your head and saying, 'You know, I don't want anything to do with the individual.'"Arnold SchwarzeneggerPerhaps an even stronger comparison can be made between the "Terminator" star and Trump, particularly since Schwarzenegger was tapped to take over "Celebrity Apprentice" when Trump had to bow out to run for President.Schwarzenegger won the 2003 recall election for Governor of California and was reelected in 2006.A 2010 Time magazine article about his legacy as governor quoted journalist Joe Matthews as saying Schwarzenegger "was an 'illustrative failure' in regards to the two-thirds supermajority votes needed to pass a budget and taxes in California and in trying to work within the existing system to move the state ahead."But Schwarzenegger did do some good, Mathews said."He did us a great service because he tried everything," Mathews said. "He fought with people, he circumvented the legislature and went to the ballot measure, he compromised, he tried for spending caps, rainy day funds, raising taxes, cutting programs, working with the Republicans, working with the Democrats."TM & © 2016 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company. All rights reserved.
Monday, November 07, 2016There are over 324 million Americans and only 22 million veterans. Less than 1 percent of the population is serving in the military today. At last year’s Veterans Day ceremony in Ventura, Capt. Chris Janke, commanding officer Naval Base Ventura County, observed the busy traffic nearby and reflected that in years past the streets were empty on Veterans Day. You would see flags flying and could go to a parade to honor veterans. Today, we still have many Veterans Day events but it is more of a special event than a community affair.In Ventura County and the surrounding areas, many Veterans Day ceremonies will be held to recognize the service of local veterans. I hope you will take the time to attend one of them. If you go, introduce yourself to a veteran and learn something about them and their service.If you are unable to get out and would still like to recognize our veterans, Wendy Pierro, the engagement editor at the Ventura County Star, is working on a social media project for Veteran's Day. She is asking people to call and leave a voice message to say thank you or honor a veteran in your life or just to thank all veterans. You are welcome to email a photo for a slideshow that will run on Veteran's Day. Call 764-1166 to talk about the veteran in your life or leave a thank you message for all of the men and women who have served in our military. Please keep your message between 30 and 45 seconds. If you have photos you would like to share with your message, email them to wendy.pierro@vcstar.com. Start your message by stating your name and city of residence. All messages and photos must be submitted by noon Wednesday. Messages and photos will be shared on Veteran's Day at vcstar.com and on their social media.If you want to find a veterans memorial near you, there is an online presentation on the gcvf.org website that provides photos and the location of all Ventura County’s military museums, veteran’s memorials and road signs.If you know a veteran who needs a wheelchair, the Knights of Columbus and the American Wheelchair Mission have new wheelchairs for veterans and veteran organizations. Wheelchairs will be distributed on Nov. 19 in Moorpark. Call Tim Carvalho at 624-0853 or Mike Ohler at 231-0677 to reserve a wheelchair. Supplies are limited.EventsFriday: Veterans Ride for Free with an ID on the following bus systems: Camarillo Area Transit, Gold Coast Transit, Moorpark City Transit, Simi Valley Transit, Thousand Oaks Transit, VCTC Intercity Transit and Valley Express. Call 800-438-1112 for more information.Friday: 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Veterans Day in Ojai, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 482, 843 E Ojai Ave, Ojai. Members of the American Legion and the VFW Posts throughout Ventura County are invited to share memories and treasures with other vets. There will be soup and desserts available. ...
Monday, September 19, 2016Library — the best attended presidential museum in the United States — is a huge source of pride for the city.The city annexed the library, which sees between 350,000 to 400,000 visitors a year, from Ventura County in 2010.Nancy Reagan’s death “rightly puts the focus on a world-class museum, not the city, that Ronald and Nancy Reagan nurtured,” he said. “We do everything we can to assist them in our city. We have and will continue to do that.”The city is playing a support role to the Reagan family and the library in the coming days, said Assistant City Manager Brian Gabler. The Police Department is working with federal agencies and the library on security and providing street and traffic control where needed. He noted the city has been in the spotlight before with the high-profile events that have happened at the library.“Visitors who come here will see it’s a wonderful place,” he said. “We’re just looking to make sure they have a good experience.”Meanwhile, other business owners hope the influx of visitors will translate into an increase in sales over the next few days.Kristina McClure, owner of Old School Sandwiches & Salads located on Madera Road near the library, said her small restaurant saw about a 25 percent increase in business over two days during the Republican presidential debate held at the library last year.“Being in a small town, it’s nice to have a surge of business because every little bit helps,” she said.Matt Migdali, manager at Ali Baba’s Cafe in the same strip mall, said the Reagan Library has brought in many customers over the years to the Middle Eastern restaurant.“We get a lot of people from the South or the Midwest,” he said. “They’ve never seen hummus before ... It’s wonderful that we can share that with people.”Details on the public opportunities to pay respects to Nancy Reagan, including shuttle information, can be found at the library’s website at www.reaganfoundation.org.
