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Wednesday, July 27, 2005 Californian LOCAL TODAY SAN BENITO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 7 p.m., Museum, 498 Fifth Hollister. Joe Alvarado on history of law enforcement in San Benito County. Free. Peter 375-5928. TODAY SUMMER READING PROGRAM, 3 p.m.

Wednesdays, 11266 Merritt Castroville. July 27, Carol Shields local author. 633-2829. TODAY ELITE GYMNASTICS BARBECUE, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

pick up at Elite Gymnastics Academy, 100 Howard Salinas. Benefits competitive team. $7 per person for Corralitos Market sausage sandwich, chips, coleslaw, dessert and water or soda. TODAY VNA CHOLESTEROL SCREENING CLINIC, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 5 Lower Ragsdale, Ryan Ranch.

372-6668. TODAY THE WHOLE TRUTH ABOUT VITAMINS, 7 p.m., Monterey Bay Holistic Center, 330 Reservation Road, Suite E-1, Marina. $5. 642-1202. TODAY RECEPTION IN SUPPORT OF IMMIGRANT RIGHTS, 7 p.m., Citizenship Project, 931 E.

Market St. Activities from Global Exchange bicycling to Mexico to raise funds and support. 206-5043. TODAY MONTEREY BAY REPUBLICAN WOMEN FEDERATED, 11:30 a.m., Hilton Monterey, 1000 Aguajito Road, Monterey. Luncheon noon, $20 per person.

James Calandra "Does Social Security Need Fixing?" Reserve 375-3573, 649-0101, www.mbrwf.org. TODAY CARMEL FOUNDATION WEDNESDAY PROGRAM, 2:30 p.m., Diment Hall, Eighth and Lincoln, Carmel. July 27, "Macchu Picchu: Ancient Home of the Incas." 624-1588. MAGIC SHOWS FOR CHARITY, John Shable will be donating to charity four magic shows in the coming months. The shows include selections from his Las Vegas showroom act.

Organizations interested in being considered should contact John at 484-9991. LOCAL CALENDAR appears daily. Send information about events and activities taking place in the county care of Local Calendar, Newsroom, The Salinas Californian, PO. Box 81091, Salinas 93912; fax to 754-4293 or e-mail newsroom PUBLIC MEETINGS TODAY SOUTH MONTEREY COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BOARD, 2 p.m., 51251 Pine Canyon Road, King City. THU.

SALINAS BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE, 6 p.m., Salinas City Hall, City Manager's conference room, 200 Lincoln Salinas. THU. CLINICA DE SALUD DEL VALLE DE SALINAS BOARD, 6:30 p.m., conference room, 440 Airport Salinas. 757-8689, ext. 201.

FAIR OAKS Paul James Lorono Paul James Lorono, 41, of Fair Oaks, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2005. Paul was on Nov. 4, 1963, in Salinas, attended school at Spreckels and Salinas High School and was the cO- owner of Salinas Valley Roofing. Paul loved his job as a roofer and contractor and loved to laugh, but his true happiness and love is his wife, RoseMary, and their six children, Paul, Anthony, Kathryn, Andrea, Megan and Taylor. He was involved with his children's activities and was his boys' No.

1 fan when they played football, and he cheered for his girls at their cheerleading competitions. His heart was full of pride and love for his children and they were his favorite topic of discussion. Paul was an avid collector of classic cars and a former member of the car club, The Crusader of Salinas. He was also a San Francisco Giants and Oakland Raiders fan. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Kathryn and Julian Lorono, and is the youngest of 11 children.

His brothers, Julian, Richard, Michael, John, Anthony, Jeff and sisters, Linda, Julie, Betty and Mary Angie will miss the laughter that he brought into our lives. Our little brother will be forever loved and missed by each of us. Paul is also survived by 41 nieces and nephews and 48 great-nieces and greatnephews, Rosie Rios, Lupe and Mary Rios and 11 brothers- and sisters-in-law. Rosary and eulogy: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, July 28, at Whitehurst Muller Funeral Service, East Alisal and Pajaro streets.

Services: 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 29, at Queen of Heaven Cemetery Mausoleum, 18200 Damian Way, Salinas. SALINAS Paul James Lorono Louise F. Searby Louise F. Searby, 88, of Salinas passed away Saturday, July 23, 2005, at Bancroft Convalescent Home in San Leandro following a lengthy illness.

Louise F. Searby She was born Feb. 9, 1917, in Hereford, Texas, and lived in Salinas for 47 years. She enjoyed raising her family and her church, First Baptist Church in Salinas. Louise is survived by her daughter, Sharon Collins of El Sobrante; sons, Lynn Searby of South Dakota and Keith Searby of Salinas; six grandchildren, Paul, Chandra, Jason, Christopher, Sean and Tricia; and four great-grandchildren, Nathan, Lacey, Donovan and Maya.

Graveside services: 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 29, at Garden of Memories Memorial Park, 768 Abbott Salinas. Arrangements: Santos-Robinson Mortuary, San Leandro. Information: www.santos QUESTIONS RELATING TO: DIVORCE: CHILD DCSS SUPPORT CIVIL LITIGATION BANKRUPTCY: CH. 7 13 $500 FILING FEE TO START FREE CONSULTATION LAW OFFICE NEVIN P.

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A U.S. flag accompanies obituaries of military veterans. Families who wish to include survivors and personal history may do so for a fee. The charge is $75 for a single publication of up to eight inches of text, including a photo, and $10 per additional inch of text. Religious and organizational symbols also may be added for $10 each.

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We strive to return provided photos but cannot guarantee it. Information: 754-4260. STOCKTON Jose T. Aguero Jose T. Aguero, 74, of Stockton died Friday, July 15, 2005.

Services: 10 a.m. Friday, July 29, at Lakeview Assembly Church, 2111 Quail Lakes Drive, Stockton, CA 95207. WE REMEMBER Phil Bassetti, May 8, 1941, to July 27, 2004. Phil, it has been a year since you left this earth You made many friends, and always made it a point Phil Bassetti to appreciate their worth. They say time heals the loss and sorrow But the sunshine that you brought into our lives will be cherished until there is no tomorrow.

A day to remember by either family or friend Honoring your name so your spirit will never end. Worldly things when gone will turn to rust But, memories of Phil Bassetti will remain, until we all turn to dust. Though you and your family are apart They will always treasure your memories in their mind and heart Meanwhile as we gaze and wonder We will meet again above the clouds and thunder. Never to be forgotten. Love, Your family and friends Whitehurst Muller Affordability The service you want at a cost that suits you.

Simple and economical with no membership fee. Call us for more information or we can come to you. Traditional funeral service mortuary care from 500 Direct Cremation $1,05800 Whitehurst Muller 831-424-2263 41 East Alisal Street Salinas, CA 93901 FD147 Marilyn Thomas, Chapel Director 24 Hour Service Serving all faiths. for services only, additional fees will apply Be a responsible parent. Hide 'N Seek Children's Foundation www.hidenseekca.org Kevin Edward Smith Kevin Edward Smith Kevin Edward Smith, 20, of Salinas died Saturday, July 23, 2005, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

Kevin Edward Smith was born July 24, 1984, to Salinas. Kevin went to Lincoln Elementary, Washington Middle School and graduated from Salinas High School in 2002. Kevin played sports all through school, T-ball, soccer, Little League and four years of football at Salinas High School. The Salinas Californian awarded him the AllCounty Offensive Lineman in the 2001 football season. He also played football at Monterey Peninsula College.

Kevin was a member of the Navy Sea-Cadets. He was also an honor guard. Kevin was employed by Yogurt City, Dick Bruhn, and Chevy's. His last place of employment was Louis Linguins on Cannery Row. Kevin accepted Christ at an early age at St.

James CME Church, where he was a member as an usher and sang in the junior choir. He was also a member of the CYF. Kevin was preceded in death by his grandfather, Eddie Smith his stepmother, Laura Smith; and grandparents, Shellie Everlean Dedrick. Kevin leaves to cherish his memory: Parents, Eddie and Mae Smith of Salinas; paternal grandmother, Rebecca Smith of Springfield, stepsister, Rosanna Villa of San Jose; uncles and aunts, Ken and Stephanie Smith of Las Vegas, Effie and Ronald Waters of Killeen, Texas, Jessie Dedrick of Killeen, Ralph and Jolcyn La Mar of Eugene, Nathan Dedrick of San Jose and Robert Smith of Africa; girlfriend, Rebecca Rash of Salinas; and a host of cousins and friends. Visitation: 1 to 5 p.m.

and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 29, at Struve and Laporte Funeral Chapel, 41 W. San Luis Salinas. Services: 1 p.m. Saturday, July 31, at the mortuary chapel.

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Frye, 53, has defied expectations since she emerged on the political scene four years ago, inspired to act by the ocean pollution sickening her husband and friends. She has asserted that she would reform City Hall by ending a culture of backroom deals that she says have led to San Diego's woes. Francis, a 50-year-old founder of a hospitalstaffing company, was a political unknown in San Diego until he spent about $2 million on a campaign that promoted himself as a businessman and outsider. Sanders, 55, portrayed himself as a turnaround specialist, touting his record as police chief from 1993 to 1999 and positions at the local United Way and American Red Cross chapters. Councilwoman Toni Atkins is serving as interim mayor until a full-time replacement is elected.

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