Join us for a 12-hour food drive Friday, 6am to 6pm, in Redding or Chico. Help stuff a RABA or B-Line bus at Les Schwab with food donations! LIVE UPDATESAnderson blaze reveals human remains extensive damage to outbuilding on Olinda Roadby Ashley Harting — The Shasta Arson Task Force (SATF) said that human remains were located in the aftermath of a structure fire that caused extensive damage in Anderson the SATF said that fire crews responded to a structure fire in the area of Olinda Road and Olive Street in Anderson Crews located an outbuilding which has suffered severe fire damage when crews arrived at the scene "An outbuilding that had been extensively damaged by fire over a prolonged period," said the SATF Officials said that most components of the structure had been consumed by the blaze SATF said they were called to the scene to investigate "No suspicious circumstances have been identified and the fire appears to have been accidental in nature." This incident remains under investigation and the identity of the victim is being withheld at this time LAist is part of Southern California Public Radio The Brea Olinda Unified School District is asking voters to approve a property tax increase to fund $160 million in renovation and repair projects At least 55% of voters need to approve Measure H for it to pass Official title on the ballot: Brea Olinda Unified School District Improvement Measure A "yes" vote means: The district can borrow $160 million to construct new buildings repair and renovate existing public schools A "no" vote means: The district cannot borrow $160 million to construct new buildings BOUSD serves close to 6,000 students across 10 schools The district wants money to fix up the 108-year-old Brea Junior High; repair roofs and electrical systems; remove asbestos and lead; and modernize classrooms and labs A bond is basically a loan that a school district takes out and which property owners in that school district pay back through property taxes If at least 55% of voters approve Measure H the Brea Olinda Unified School District can issue up to $160 million in bonds to finance specific school facilities projects LAist asked BOUSD to name its top priorities for bond funding The district estimates the bond would cost property owners that live within the school district's boundaries an average of $39 per $100,000 of assessed value each year There’s also a possibility that the district could get additional state funding if Prop Districts cannot spend bond money on employee salaries and are required to commission independent audits of bond spending When California voters approved the creation of the lottery the law required 34 cents of every dollar to fund education In 2010 lawmakers changed the rules giving the lottery the mandate to “maximize” funding for education Critics of bonds often say the cost to property owners is too high and question why school districts with declining enrollment need money for construction when they’re serving fewer students but it should be judicious because it raises property taxes at the local level,” said Susan Shelley The Association has not taken a position on specific local bonds other than LAUSD’s $9 billion Measure US (no) and on Prop Shelley said voters weighing school bonds should carefully consider how the school spent previous bond funding and the plans for future projects “You should have confidence that the priorities are right,” Shelley said say no and make [the district] come back to you with a better plan.” No individual or group submitted an argument in opposition to the bond to the O.C State law lays out several accountability measures for local school district bonds While districts identify projects that could benefit from improvements that list is not a guarantee of which projects will be funded There are often years of community meetings and permitting between the passage of a bond and the start of construction though minor renovation projects could be completed sooner The bond authorized by Measure H would be paid back — with interest — through local property taxes Member support made these voter guides possible Our election coverage is focused on you: helping you understand the results of these races and their impact on our everyday lives you need a source of trusted reporting that will hold those in power to account and shine a light on issues important to our communities LAist reporting and voting guides are here for you But we need to hear from you now with your support to know that this work we’re doing is important We cannot do this essential work without your help We rely on donations from readers like you to stay independent which keeps our nonprofit newsroom strong and accountable to you At a time when the need for local journalism has never been greater Member support — your support — is what will sustain a free press in Southern California so please be here for us now with a donation to power our trusted local reporting Step up right now and make the choice to give Because that’s exactly what it is — a choice If readers do not choose to step up and donate the future of fact-based news in Southern California will not be as strong LAist will remain a voice you know and trust The Orange County Department of Education was recently featured in a Los Angeles Times article for leading the creation of the nation’s first model curricula on Southeast Asian studies a resource designed to deepen understanding of Cambodian Hmong and Vietnamese American histories and cultures Developed in response to California’s Education Finance Bill AB 167 three separate curriculum projects provide K-12 educators with lesson plans primary sources and strategies to support students including multilingual learners and those with special needs The bill called for inclusive and culturally responsive teaching materials community members and the California Department of Education which aimed to prioritize community voices through listening sessions The resulting lesson plans explore the experiences of Southeast Asian refugees and their contributions to U.S “This project reflects the resilience of these communities and provides an opportunity to teach compassion and understanding,” said Tori Phu “Hearing these stories helps us connect with one another in meaningful ways.” The Hmong Daily News also highlighted OCDE’s work, focusing on the upcoming Hmong History and Cultural Studies Conference 28 and March 1 at the University of California to equip educators with tools to implement the new curriculum Here are the other stories we’ve been following this week: Official Instagram for the Orange County Department of Education | View the OCDE web policy at ocde.us/webpolicy Orange County Department of Education  Website publishing policyNon-discrimination policySocial media policy Thanks for visiting the OCDE Newsroom. Questions and story suggestions should be sent to communications@ocde.us If you’re a member of the media in need of information about the Orange County Department of Education, please email communications@ocde.us or call 714-966-4475. Gavin Templeton of Brea Olinda looks for a teammate to pass to in the semifinal match vs. Irvine. (Photos courtesy Jim Tomlin, For OC Sports Zone). Brea Olinda High School’s boys water polo team defeated Irvine 9-8 Tuesday evening in the CIF Division 2 semifinals at the Woollett Aquatics Center in Irvine to advance into Saturday’s championship match. The Wildcats (19-7) will face Capistrano Valley (18-12) at the Mt. San Antonio College Complex at 1:10 p.m. Capo Valley advanced with a 13-11 victory over Dos Pueblos. To see the slide show, click on the first photo: Gavin Templeton scored four goals, Kyle Franks and Noah Wilkinson had two goals each and Russ DiCesaris had one goal for Brea Olinda. “Reaching CIF finals is the result of a lot of hard work and dedication from the entire team,” said Brea Olinda Coach Damian Madrigal. “It’s an accomplishment we’re proud of, but we’re focused on taking the next step and finishing strong.” “It has been very exciting to watch these boys grow and develop as players and as a team,” added Athletic Director Pam Valenti. “Despite having to play the last three rounds away, they stuck to the plan and played as a team and were rewarded for those efforts. We are very proud of them and excited for the championship match.” Irvine (20-14) was led by Sam Bowman, who had five goals. Sean Dory, Isaac Rogers and Cina Banai each had one goal. Goalie Maddox Kreil had 10 saves. “Overall I thought we played a good game,” said Irvine Coach Jose Miguel Cordero. “We just came out flat in the first quarter and it took us a little too long to get going which resulted in having to chase the entire game. “Missed a couple of opportunities that could have given us the lead and overall Brea made the shots when they counted the most. The season in my opinion was a success even though I feel we could have gone all the way but in general going from one month ago where we were under .500 to competing in a CIF semifinal is something to be proud of.” —Tim Burt, OC Sports Zone; timburt@ocsportszone.com AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Police are currently searching for a missing 6-year-old boy in Olinda. The primary school aged boy was reported missing after wandering from the Olinda Playspace area, on Olinda-Monbulk Road, Friday afternoon. Officers have been told Parfa, who has autism and is non-verbal, was last seen by family members about 4pm. Friends and relatives searched for the boy before reporting him missing about 30 minutes later. Local police with assistance from the Air Wing and State Emergency Services (SES) personnel are searching the area. Search and Rescue police have also been notified and the Dog Squad are on scene. An image of Parfa has been released in the hope it will assist the search. Parfa, who was wearing denim shorts and a blue and white t-shirt, is described as being Persian in appearance. Police will continue to search for the missing boy throughout the night and into the morning. Anyone who sights Parfa is urged to contact Triple Zero (000). LIVE UPDATESOlinda Fire extinguished all evacuations lifted in Happy Valleyby Adam Robinson — All evacuations due to the Olinda Fire in Happy Valley have been lifted according to the county's evacuation map on Thursday morning Cal Fire says the fire is 100% contained after burning almost a hundred acres the Shasta County Sheriff's Office issued multiple evacuation orders for residents living in the area who confirmed he was the person cited for the fire ANDERSON, Calif. — Cal Fire confirmed with the Northstate's News Thursday morning an individual was cited for being involved in starting the Olinda Fire on Wednesday They shared while they do share the identities of people arrested it is against policy to give the identity of someone they cite However, on Thursday, our reporter was approached by the homeowner, Tyler McCain, husband of the missing woman Nikki Saelee-McCain He says the fire was ignited after he parked a car on dry gas Cal Fire posted a fire update Thursday at 4:35 p.m saying that the fire was sparked by a failed catalytic converter that expelled hot fragments into dry vegetation They say theresponsible party attempted to extinguish it A number of law enforcement officers were at the scene of the fire on Wednesday walking the property while much of it was still on fire On Thursday a neighbor of McCain's named Charles many of his neighbors were threatened by the fire We know we want the other case to be solved," he says referring to the still missing wife of Tyler McCain Cal Fire representatives shared they have to have enough evidence to prove a level of criminal negligence necessary for an arrest based on factors set out in California law Factors they say were not present in this case Cal Fire says this fire highlights the importance of practicing fire safety during Red Flag conditions They say the owner was cited for negligently causing a fire and burning another's land To report errors or issues with this article please email the editorial team. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced Seniors: Woori Yallock 10.8.68 def Healesville 4.5.29; Monbulk 17.13.115 def Upwey-Tecoma 10.8.68; Officer 10.4.64 def Mt Evelyn 7.12.54; Wandin 21.15.141 def Emerald 2.5.17; Olinda-Ferny Creek 20.22.142 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 8.10.58 Reserves: Woori Yallock 10.5.65 def Healesville 7.6.48; Upwey-Tecoma 13.9.87 def Monbulk 5.1.31; Officer 9.6.60 def Mt Evelyn 5.7.37; Wandin 10.7.67 def Emerald 4.8.32; Gembrook-Cockatoo 7.14.56 def Olinda-Ferny Creek 3.9.27 Under 18: Upwey-Tecoma 9.12.66 def Monbulk 3.3.21; Healesville 18.11.119 def Woori Yallock 4.4.28; Mt Evelyn 9.13.67 def Officer 5.3.33; Olinda-Ferny Creek 16.9.105 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 2.3.15; Wandin bye Seniors: Seville 11.8.74 def Warburton-Millgrove 9.12.66; Yarra Glen 25.19.169 def Yarra Junction 8.2.50; Alexandra 17.15.117 def Powelltown 10.9.69; Pakenham 25.14.164 def Belgrave 7.8.50; Yea bye Reserves: Seville 18.6.114 def Warburton-Millgrove 3.4.22; Yarra Junction 8.4.52 def Yarra Glen 3.11.29; Alexandra 6.7.43 def Powelltown 6.5.41; Pakenham 7.3.45 def Belgrave 1.8.14; Yea bye Under 18: Warburton-Millgrove 7.7.49 def Yarra Glen 5.4.34; Pakenham 19.17.131 def Yea 0.0.0; Alexandra + Seville bye Women (Div 1): Healesville 11.8.74 def Woori Yallock 3.2.20; Mt Evelyn 8.8.56 def Upwey-Tecoma 3.1.19; Belgrave 10.5.65 def Pakenham 1.3.9; Olinda-Ferny Creek bye Women (Div 2): Thornton-Eildon 5.7.37 def Officer 2.4.16; Warburton-Wesburn 18.16.124 def Seville 0.1.1; Wandin 5.3.33 def Emerald 3.11.29; Yea bye Veterans (Round 2): Gembrook-Cockatoo 9.5.59 def Belgrave 5.10.40; Mt Evelyn 6.7.43 def Officer 2.6.18; Yarra Glen bye A Grade: Woori Yallock 43 def Healesville 39; Monbulk 64 def Upwey-Tecoma 55; Mt Evelyn 62 def ROC 25; Wandin 47 def Emerald 43; Olinda-Ferny Creek 47 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 30 B Grade: Woori Yallock 77 def Healesville 11; Monbulk 57 def Upwey-Tecoma 28; ROC 42 def Mt Evelyn 41; Wandin 48 def Emerald 45; Olinda-Ferny Creek 40 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 38 C Grade: Upwey-Tecoma 31 def Monbulk 28; Mt Evelyn 29 def ROC 18; Wandin 39 def Emerald 17; Gembrook-Cockatoo 45 def Olinda-Ferny Creek 29; Woori Yallock bye D Grade: Monbulk 34 def Upwey-Tecoma 23; ROC 26 def Mt Evelyn 25; Wandin 22 def Emerald 19; Olinda-Ferny Creek 38 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 14; Woori Yallock bye Under 17: ROC White 35 def Monbulk 4; ROC Blue 30 def Mt Evelyn 29; Wandin 25 def Emerald 18; Woori Yallock bye Under 15: ROC Blue 38 def Woori Yallock 12; Pakenham Maroon 38 def Pakenham Gold 12; Monbulk Gold 26 def ROC White 18 A Grade: Seville 51 def Warburton-Millgrove 46; Yarra Glen 55 def Yarra Junction 44; Pakenham 83 def Belgrave 21; Alexandra 67 def Powelltown 28; Yea bye B Grade: Yarra Glen 59 def Yarra Junction 25; Pakenham 56 def Belgrave 26; Alexandra 47 def Powelltown 37; Seville 66 def Warburton-Millgrove 27; Yea bye C Grade: Seville 40 def Warburton-Millgrove 22; Yarra Glen 39 def Yarra Junction 30; Pakenham 58 def Belgrave 19; Alexandra 37 def Powelltown 26; Yea bye D Grade: Seville 43 def Warburton-Millgrove 19; Yarra Glen 39 def Yarra Junction 21; Pakenham 40 def Belgrave 3; Alexandra 26 def Powelltown 10; Yea bye Under 17: Seville 48 def Warburton-Millgrove 13; Pakenham Gold 43 def Pakenham Maroon 18; Alexandra 25 def Powelltown 22 This is probably not the page you’re looking for The young boy who went missing in Olinda around 4pm yesterday has been found safe and well Six year old Parsa Naimi was found around 8.20am Saturday 19 April by a local Kalorama resident Asher Schinkfield Talking with Star News and multiple media outlets at the Olinda Playspace where search and rescue operations were set up Acting Senior Sergeant Melissa Gostimir from Knox Police said Parsa has been reunited with his parents and has been checked over by Victoria Ambulance staff he’s been given a banana and some water and now he’s cuddling up with his Mum having a snooze.” Parsa travelled around eight kilometres north of the playspace overnight and the young boy had been wearing an air tag Emergency service staff and search and rescue volunteers searched but had no luck locating him dealing with the bushy terrain of the Dandenong Ranges Mountain biker Asher Shinkfield was out for his morning ride and had heard the little boy was missing but did not expect to find him “I was coming up the fire road and saw him just on the side of the road,” he said On having found the young boy Asher said it did make him feel good but that the huge community effort was amazing but it’s great that so many people here helping like volunteers and the police and everyone,” he said Asher said Parsa was pretty calm as he sat with him and called police having seen the local social media notice boards that had reported him missing I just made sure to give him some water and I was smiling at him,” he said Acting Senior Sergeant Gostimir said authorities were really fortunate that it had been very mild weather so there were no major issues healthwise with Parsa when he was found I think he was just excited to be reunited with Mum and Dad,” she said The primary school-aged boy was originally reported missing after wandering from the Olinda Playspace area was last seen by family members at about 4pm Friends and relatives searched for the boy before reporting him missing about 30 minutes later CFA personnel and community and from near and far the searched the area as well Acting Senior Sergeant Gostimir said they had many resources out looking for the missing boy and that everyone went out there and everyone did their absolute best “We had community volunteers coming out to assist us,” she said “We had all our members playing Parsa’s favourite music.” “We had Hickory Dickory Dock and an A to thermal imaging cameras and helicopters overhead searching for Parsa Members of the public were also meeting at the oval next to the playspace “With all of our resources and we had around 200 people helping,” said Acting Senior Sergeant Gostimir “We were really fortunate to have members from the community coming out to assist with the search,” she said Parsa’s Father Siamak Naimi came out to thank the community and young Asher the two chatting for while before he went back to his son The family asked for privacy as Parsa sat and had some orange juice and water with his mum while being monitored by ambulance staff New York City FC host Charlotte FC on Saturday night For this edition of 'The Away End' presented by Berkeley College & Rennert International How long have you been covering Charlotte FC I have been covering Charlotte FC since July 2023 a couple of months after I graduated from Appalachian State University with a Journalism degree I have been putting out articles weekly for TopBin90 and regularly drive from Raleigh to Charlotte to cover matches as a media member I have also been a fan of Charlotte FC since the first match in 2022 What has been your highlight in that time?My highlight so far has to be when I attended Charlotte's 2-1 win versus LAFC in August of 2023 That was my first game as a media member in the stadium and it was overwhelming getting to see football from such a close perspective I never expected to be behind the scenes at a professional football game just months after I walked across the stage It was always my dream to be a journalist who covers football so I was so happy to be there and take in the whole experience from walking on the field pre-game to watching the fans bounce up and down during the song Pepas to being able to talk to the players and Christian Lattanzio post-match I also have to throw in the Playoff-clinching game against Inter Miami on Decision Day 2023-- even though I wasn't there beating Messi in a sold-out Bank of America Stadium was something I will never forget writing about What were your thoughts on the 2023 season Last season was hard to process for both me as a writer and for the fans It could be viewed as an improvement and success as the team did make the play-in game after beating Inter Miami on decision day but it also could've gone so much smoother if the team closed out games especially later in the season when I started writing about the team that Charlotte FC dropped points from a winning position (25 points in total all season dropped) Christian Lattanzio came from the Manchester City system of coaches so he played a very progressive and modern style of football with this team with high possession stats and great passing leading to goals and generally eye-pleasing play I felt like I had déjà vu when I would write game recaps- the game would start with the team building a one or even two-goal lead and then end with a late-game meltdown and either a loss or a draw A lot of the time it was due to the team being tired but Lattanzio insisted that they continued to press and look for more goals which would end up with the other team counter-attacking and outnumbering our defenders Karol Świderski was by far the best player on the team operating in both a striker and number 10 role later in the season and the team misses his quality (he is currently on loan in Italy with Hellas Verona) but they lacked structure and it cost them in the end conceding five in the play-in game versus NYRB and being eliminated My hope for this season is that the team finds a reliable goal-scorer Despite our recent result being a 0-3 loss the team has done a 360 in terms of style of play this year with former Aston Villa manager Dean Smith coming in to be the head coach Charlotte FC is way more defensively structured and solid Charlotte is also almost last in the league in possession now and favors a counter-attacking style of play as the team is defending well and generating chances- the problem is the DP striker Enzo Copetti has lost all of his confidence and has still not scored despite having numerous great chances this season The team also lacks a creative number 10 who can transition the team from defense to attack and make runs that test the defenders on the opposing team a new young DP on the right wing from Celtic who won PFA Scotland Young Player of the Year in 2021 We are hoping that he can provide a spark and the goals will start to flow as the season progresses What do you think will be the deciding factor in Saturday's game There are two things that I think will sway the game this Saturday One is the availability of Adilson Malanda the 22-year-old French center-back who I think is the team's best player so far this year He picked up a small injury and has been sidelined with Bill Tuiloma coming in to replace him and the team has looked very questionable at the back since that happened He was on the bench Sunday against Minnesota and I’m assuming that he starts on Saturday He will be key in trying to slow down Santiago Rodríguez who I see already has 5 G+A this year I’m sure Charlotte will create one or two big chances in the first half If they finish those chances I think they could squeak by with a win- if they don’t I think NYCFC will take control second half and win by two or more goals Charlotte has been bad on the road this year and with a bunch of attackers that already lack confidence it is harder for them to forget their mistakes when not playing in front of the great support at the Bank And for any fans that might be in Charlotte for a game in the near future are there any spots you'd suggest they check out I actually live in Raleigh- if anyone ends up there from NY I recommend Oakwood Pizza Box- the closest thing you will get to New York pizza in this State I asked my fellow TopBin guys and they recommend the French Quarter and a neighborhood called NoDa which is home to some really cool arts and entertainment venues ONE MONTH AFTER OLINDA WILDFIRE IGNITED DAILY FIRE WATCH CONTINUES  MAUI) – Indicative of serious drought conditions is the need for daily attention along the fire lines of the 1,000-acre Olinda fire as the devastating fire that leveled Lāhainā town and left hundreds dead or unaccounted for The Waihou Spring Forest Reserve was established in 1909 and this year it and all forests and pastures on the western and southern slopes of Haleakalā could be experiencing the driest conditions anyone remembers a four-person team from the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) patrols the lines established in the forest reserve and on adjacent private ranch land to douse hot spots and smokers Chris Chow a DOFAW forester out on fire watch observed and I’ve never seen upcountry as dry as it is this year I was looking at old satellite images and you can see that it’s progressively getting drier you can tell this place is dry based on the soil it was like within seconds an entire bush would be consumed.” This fire is stubborn and like ones before it could continue smoldering deep into the roots of trees for as long as two months Standing near a mammoth tree that toppled during the fire “What we have here is one tree that fell over we had to do some notching and then add water just to get the hotspot inside a tree.” Dozens of others continue smoking and that’s the reason the DOFAW team continues their daily reconnaissance Their tools include a 4,000-gallon contract water tanker and Pulaski’s (a specialized tool used in wildland firefighting) In addition to be sure the fire is 100% controlled and out cold given the current state of heightened awareness about wildfires “Truly one of the biggest things that comes out of these patrols is showing a presence our purpose here is letting the Maui Fire Department and other first responders take care of other things and then we can just handle things here.” Despite the Maui fires receiving worldwide media coverage Chow and his DOFAW firefighting colleagues are astounded to hear reports of people having bonfires and lighting fireworks nearby in the Kula Forest Reserve and Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area “Especially right now that kind of stuff is totally discouraged…any kind of open flame People need to calm down on that kind of stuff until we get through this dry season Literally anything from a cigarette butt to a hot catalytic converter parked over dry grass can start a wildfire instantly This place is a tinder box for sure,” Chow added we hope everyone will take on wildfire prevention as their personal kuleana (responsibility),” concluded DOFAW Maui Branch Manager Scott Fretz HD video – On Olinda Fire Watch (web feature): https://vimeo.com/862189273 https://vimeo.com/862162720 https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/r6w3c5g4mwe99d60e21dx/h?rlkey=wgs51rqg8t9gmvbs7h2tr0m34&dl=0 Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday 1947 to Herbert Fred and Irene Hall Hoehne she sought after all things beautiful and creative She showed great skill and natural talent in her artwork as a child Her teachers would often comment how well she did and one said: "You should become an artist!" And so She was the Student Body Artist at Bountiful High School and received the Visual Arts Sterling Scholar Award her senior year in 1965.  She attended Utah State University (1965-69) with an art scholarship where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree she worked as an artist doing freelance work and teaching art in public schools Olinda served in the Northern German Mission from 1970-71 for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints church friends in Germany introduced her to a man from New York named John Reynolds They wrote letters and corresponded over phone for six months before John flew to Utah to meet her and they were later married in June 1977 in the Salt Lake Temple Utah to raise their children near her family She remained fluent in German throughout her life and used it often in family history/genealogical research she joined a tap-dancing group called the "Dancing Grannies." Olinda was known for her beautiful yard with flowers vegetable garden and a variety of fruit trees She taught her children how to value and care for the earth through planting She received many awards for her talent and skill She taught art classes to a variety of age groups over the years She worked for Interpretive Graphics doing scenic byway signs in places such as Bryce Canyon She also did historical and religious paintings Her artwork can be seen at the Sacred Grove She diligently magnified all of her church callings and also served with John as leadership support missionaries in Beattyville She valued every opportunity to share her testimony of Jesus Christ and His gospel restored to a living prophet in our day.  Her service to others was the most common way she showed her love for family and friends she was John's caretaker for five years in their home until his death in 2018 from ALS Prior to her passing from the late stages of Lewy body dementia she lived in her daughter Alaina's home for 18 months she moved to Copper Creek Senior Living Center when she required more assistance We thank their nursing staff and Ovation Care & Hospice who served her during that time They often commented on how pleasant she was to be around and that even her resting face was a beautiful smile Olinda is survived by her three children: Alaina (Jacob) Fjeldsted and Justin (Ashlee) Reynolds; her siblings: Lucille (Frank) Mohlman and Curtis (Joanne) Hoehne; and her eight precious grandchildren: Miriam She is preceded in death by Herb and Irene Hoehne (parents) We believe he greeted our angel mother when she exited this life Despite our sorrow in losing her for a season we find lasting joy and peace knowing that we will all be together again as an eternal family.  We invite you join us in the celebration of her life with funeral services at 10:30 am to 11:30 am Saturday December 30 at the Val Verda 2nd Ward Building located at 3317 South 800 West in Bountiful where viewings will be held Friday evening December 29 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm and Saturday morning December 30 from 9:30 am to 10:15 am prior to services Interment will be held at the Bountiful City Cemetery Services will be streamed live on Russon Brothers Mortuary Facebook page and this obituary page Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Association Holds Unity Rally for Competitive Compensation To Recruit and Retain Great Educators Brea Olinda Teachers Association (BOTA) members held a rally at Thursday’s Brea Olinda Unified School District board meeting to send a clear message that one-time bonuses in lieu of fair compensation is unacceptable Scores of members were on hand in support of their negotiating team and the decision to reject the district’s last offer Members consider their own 4% offer fair and reasonable and made the statement with their participation in the rally after a full day of classroom instruction BOTA negotiators declared an official impasse with BOUSD The teams could not reach a compensation settlement that would attract new educators with competitive salaries and benefits during the current ten-thousand-teacher shortage in California BOTA negotiators could not agree to compensation that was a 44% off-schedule bonus after the district received ongoing money from the state Negotiations Chair Jenn Collier explained; “When educators take less it not only becomes a permanent loss to incomes now it makes it more difficult to recruit Brea Olinda educators in the future.”  CTA Executive Board Member Joe Bartell in solidarity with President Glenda Bartell and Bargaining Chair Jennifer Collier at the BOTA rally “When a district receives ongoing funding yet offers one-time bonuses instead of competitive wages they can expect the adverse reaction they received here tonight.”   Mediation will require a state-appointed official who will attempt to find a compromise and move the teams toward a settlement the mediator will move the impasse to a fact-finding process and a report will be submitted and BOTA members will be free to engage in job actions and website in this browser for the next time I comment We appreciate your interest in California Teachers Association Our Privacy Policy explains how information is collected you agree to receive text messages from California Teachers Association Olinda author Karys McEwen has released her second novel ‘The Paperbark Tree Committee’ – a timely and touching story that feels especially relevant right now as so many young boys quietly wrestle with questions about who they are and where they fit in a quiet boy who’s starting to feel a little out of place in the world He’s caught in that awkward stage between childhood and adolescence – where the games you used to love feel silly and you begin to wonder where exactly you belong the story itself was written in a much quieter corner of the world wrote the entire book in public libraries throughout the Dandenong Ranges – from Belgrave to Monbulk and even Bunjil Place the book came to life among the bookshelves and reading rooms of the hills on a April this year She struggled to write at home – instead she found comfort and focus in the quiet corners of Dandenong Ranges libraries The inspiration for the story came from a student at the school where Ms McEwen works as a librarian He came up to her one day and asked for a book about a “regular boy not in a fantasy world – just a boy like him Ms McEwen realised there weren’t many stories like that out there for boys his age She also wanted to explore the bond between siblings – something close to her own heart That dual spark became ‘The Paperbark Tree Committee’ Art and his younger brother Hilary are close like he’s growing out of the games they used to play together – like climbing their favourite paperbark tree There’s a quiet tension in their relationship and Art feels the weight of being the older sibling trying to set a good example while also figuring out who he is himself writing from the perspective of a young boy was a challenge I know how thoughtful and kind they can be I wanted to show that side – to offer a more positive “There’s this idea that teenage boys are all trouble but the boys I know just want to be good people there’s something very real about it – something familiar Ms McEwen grew up in a small town in Western Australia and she said that life in Olinda reminds her a bit of that upbringing – the trees reflective energy is woven throughout the book The Olinda author has long been deeply involved in the world of children’s literature beyond her own writing volunteers with the Children’s Book Council of Australia and has played a key role in shaping the Melbourne Writers Festival’s school programs She’s always been passionate about helping young people discover books they truly connect with she’s particularly dedicated to encouraging reading at a time when so much media attention is focused on the decline of teenage readers “I hope this book can do that for someone else – especially for kids who are feeling out of place It’s about an ordinary kid with ordinary problems ‘The Paperbark Tree Committee’ is now available in bookstores across the country and Ms McEwen encourages readers to support their local independent booksellers but even more proud that it’s already resonating with young readers passed away due to  the physical and cognitive progression of Parkinson’s Disease (PD) on Wednesday Calista and her partner Tuyet Tran of Worcester; two sisters Olga Veloso wife of the late David Veloso of Pawtucket and Susana (Sue) Laroche wife of the late Roland Laroche of Narragansett Lucrecia Clemente (with whom she maintained a 50-year international correspondence); cousin Fernando Andrade the daughter of the late Antonio Augusto Andrade and Maria Clemente Andrade who came to the U.S who were influential in raising her along with her mother and father RI with her close-knit family and worked beside her parents at their family grocery store where they had a family and where she lived until 2016 Olinda was an English Language Learner (Portuguese) and went on to graduate from Central Falls High School Olinda was the first person in her family (of either country) to attend college Olinda was accepted to Brown University (Pembroke College) early admission where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science She continued working toward a master’s degree at Rhode Island College while working as an elementary school teacher in East Providence and frowned upon any display of pretension She believed in educational equity and was a volunteer for many years with Literacy Volunteers of America assisting English Language Learners to read and write Olinda loved spending time with her family She was an avid reader and enjoyed studying government Olinda loved to travel and was able to tour Europe extensively with Aunt Lucrecia yet did so with dignity and a quiet elegance always wanting to be “productive” and contribute to the wellbeing of her family and others She was active in the RI Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association Olinda’s wish to make an anatomical donation (her brain) for the advancement of Parkinson’s Disease research Movement Disorders Clinic at Butler Hospital Brown University Medical School and Stephen Gemelli of Mercadante Funeral Home When their daughter Joanne came to live and work in Worcester Olinda and Joseph were always in the mix: Whether it be spending countless hours sharing meals and laughter at Forest St or participating in community events such as APW’s Walk for Life the Center for Non-Violent Solutions’ Annual Meetings helping their daughter “prepare” her home for the Homeless Outreach and Advocacy Project’s (HOAP) holiday party or attending Handel’s Messiah at Mechanic’s Hall Olinda (with “navigational” assistance from her daughter) supported her husband through his prostate cancer treatments and cared for him in their home until his death supporting others with PD and spending each weekend in Worcester Olinda moved to Worcester to be closer to her daughter and was welcomed by the Briarwood Community where she actively participated in life and “ongoing learning,” ranging from attending art lectures and exhibits delicious meals with her beloved “associates” who supported Olinda even as her PD progressed and communication became more challenging Olinda’s family is extremely grateful to the Briarwood Community (in particular who continues to provide support and kindness) Olinda’s family would like to recognize and express deep gratitude to Anne Laverty who supported Olinda in continuing her creative and productive journey exploring the beauty and culture of central Massachusetts Olinda’s family would also like to thank the compassionate and expert care of Dr Chief of Palliative Care at UMASS Memorial Health Care (UMMHC); the UMMHC 3-East staff; and Dr Massachusetts Eye and Ear Institute (who restored her hearing)  Joanne would also like to thank the Center for Health Impact’s Staff and Board who supported her through both her parents’ “final chapters.” Olinda will be missed deeply by her daughter and by the many lives she touched throughout the years 2021 from 12:00 Noon until 3 PM in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL There will be a Celebration of Her Life in the Spring; the date and time will be announced donations can be made to the Center for Health Impact’s educational scholarship fund for English Language Learners or to the National Association of Community Health Workers’ education fund to support CHW education related to the care of persons and caregivers with PD and related conditions Social distancing and the use of face masks will be practiced at the funeral home Monbulk residents are once again left shaken after a serious car accident occurred on Sunday morning at approximately 9.30am on the Olinda-Monbulk Road This is the second such incident in less than two months which has sparked renewed concerns about the road’s safety particularly for residents trying to exit their driveways Leharna Black witnessed the aftermath of the crash where a young man’s car had rolled over after attempting to avoid a collision with a vehicle overtaking a cyclist on a blind bend “There was screeching tires and a crash then I came down to see a car upside down in the downhill lane,” Ms Black said “He tried to swerve to avoid a head-on collision was extremely lucky to escape without life-threatening injuries Ms Black said the young man was “pretty shaken up” but managed to decline medical help “He really should have been taken to the hospital but he didn’t want to – youth and fear got in the way of his decision-making,” she said The car that caused the accident – another vehicle overtaking the cyclist – did not stop to offer assistance though the hit-and-run nature of the incident has left residents feeling frustrated and concerned The young driver involved in the crash shared his account of the incident I saw a car on my side of the road overtaking a bicycle I tried to avoid the accident by swerving toward the gutter but there wasn’t enough room,” the driver said “My car mounted the side of the hill and then flipped onto its roof The driver who caused the accident didn’t stop.” the driver acknowledged that poor visibility is a recurring issue in the area This incident is the latest in a string of accidents tied to poor visibility and speeding on this stretch of road which blocks drivers’ sightlines when exiting their properties has been a long-standing issue for many locals living there Ms Black said she and her neighbours have repeatedly voiced their concerns to VicRoads calling for better road maintenance and safety measures – despite promises of action A spokesperson for the Department of Transport and Planning said expert crews routinely inspect the entire arterial road network to identify safety issues and potential upgrades When assessing possible safety improvements a variety of factors are taken into account and the potential impact on the surrounding road network “We’ll continue to undertake regular inspections of the arterial road network and perform maintenance as needed,” the spokesperson said “Safety on our roads is everyone’s responsibility and we urge anyone getting behind the wheel to stay alert and obey speed limits and safety signage.” Residents living along that road has had enough “It’s a nightmare trying to get out of our driveways safely,” she said “We’ve all experienced this same issue and yet the Department of Transport hasn’t addressed it It feels like they’re waiting for something serious to happen before they take us seriously.” This particular section of Olinda-Monbulk Road is notorious for its narrow lanes and sharp bends making it difficult for drivers to see oncoming traffic who have repeatedly called for improvements like a convex mirror or speed dampening measures but the damage done to the car and the precarious situation of the driver highlight the ongoing dangers in the area Ms Black expressed deep concern that more serious accidents might be inevitable unless immediate changes are made to the road’s design and maintenance Olinda’s cherished Mangana has closed its doors permanently ending a beloved chapter after more than forty years of serving the community Founded in Olinda in 1983 by John and Judy Ischia nestled within two historic buildings dating back to 1900 the store has undergone thoughtful restoration and renovation and an elegant walkway connected the two buildings – enhancing both accessibility and the overall sense of spaciousness they chose not to sell it but to close it as they embark on their retirement journey it was successful right to the end,” she said rather than somebody else trying to take it over – it retired with us.” When they announced the closure of their business a couple of months ago the couple were surprised by the outpouring of reactions from the community “We didn’t know the depth of feeling people had with our store until they realised that we were closing,” she said “It was a surprise to us to learn how much we were appreciated but everybody was happy for us as well when they realised “I’ve gone from 24 years of age to 65 years of age Mangana Olinda has been a cherished family-owned business for over 35 years evolving into one of Melbourne’s favourite homewares and lifestyle stores The couple described their experience of their store similar to stepping into an ancient era and was sourced from skilled craftsman around the world The collection displayed was like an Aladdin’s cave including museum-quality scientific and maritime instruments “The main thing for our store was being a big part of people’s lives because they’d been visiting it as long as we’d been there we often have three generations of customers that came in and I think the crux of it was that we sold things to people for very special occasions,” Ms Ischia said when they were up in the hills for a nice day out to celebrate or to find a present – we were always associated with that.” “All those feelings just rose up in people as they discovered we were closing and all those memories that they had that were important to them just made them feel very emotional.” but Ms Ischia prefers to focus on the positive aspects of her experience and leave the challenges behind “The highlights for us were serving people for 41 years we found interesting things that nobody could get anywhere else our customers always knew they could get something that they would like for somebody or themselves,” Ms Ischia said we were part of the community and we loved doing what we were doing – we believe we brought something unique to the area.” In the last four months since announcing their closure they have held a sale on everything in the store – something never done before which was the large shop including our warehouse as well,” the 65-year-old said While the couple operated the business together and worked towards the same goal but they didn’t work together at the same time in the shop the couple are looking forward to enjoying their Sundays off and spending more quality time with their families real commitment that we made to something that we loved but seven days a week for 41 years is quite a big to do – we are very much looking forward to having weekends off and spending more time with family and traveling and enjoying our home in Sassafras,” she said “we will certainly miss the connection we’ve made with all the people who come in to our shop over the years and finding and bringing wonderful things to the store for people to enjoy and buy.” Council has received written confirmation from the Commonwealth Government’s Minister for Infrastructure Hon Catherine King MP of the funding cuts to the 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Council’s intent is to provide a sealed road with minimal impact to the existing road formation and environment The road width will be determined by the width of the existing gravel road formation and the presence of significant vegetation the management of stormwater runoff will be considered during the design stage Total length of road to be constructed is approximately 845 metres any existing property crossovers will be reinstated to the new road level using a similar material and as close to their current standard as possible If a landowner wishes to have their crossover upgraded from crushed rock to concrete or asphalt as part of the project they may approach the contractor undertaking these works for a quotation noting that this is a private agreement between the landowner and the contractor In 2019 the Federal Government announced a nine year $150 million funding plan for Yarra Ranges Council to seal roads within the Dandenong Ranges and surrounding areas This funding program has been named the Roads for the Community Initiative Council has prioritised roads that will be constructed through this program to ensure funding is used in a way that will provide maximum benefit to the greatest number of residents and visitors to our area. 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Log in Seniors: Olinda-Ferny Creek 6.8.44 def Upwey-Tecoma 5.7.37; Healesville 12.15.87 def Mt Evelyn 5.11.41; Woori Yallock 18.12.120 def Officer 7.8.50; Emerald 10.10.70 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 10.8.68; Wandin 23.9.147 def Monbulk 6.7.43 Reserves: Upwey-Tecoma 11.8.74 def Olinda-Ferny Creek 6.5.41; Emerald 8.9.57 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 8.3.51; Monbulk 8.9.57 def Wandin 1.8.14; Mt Evelyn 20.14.134 def Healesville 2.8.20; Officer 17.5.107 def Woori Yallock 6.7.43 Under 18: Upwey-Tecoma 9.14.68 def Olinda-Ferny Creek 6.9.45; Wandin 18.8.116 def Monbulk 3.5.23; Mt Evelyn 14.11.95 def Healesville 3.3.21; Officer 14.22.106 def Woori Yallock 1.4.10; Gembrook-Cockatoo bye Seniors: Seville 7.17.59 def Belgrave 7.10.52; Yarra Glen 8.12.60 def Yea 5.12.42; Pakenham 14.7.91 def Alexandra 6.11.47; Warburton-Millgrove 36.30.246 def Yarra Junction 1.2.8; Powelltown bye Reserves: Seville 10.6.66 def Belgrave 4.7.31; Yea 7.21.63 def Yarra Glen 3.6.24; Pakenham 14.8.92 def Alexandra 5.3.33; Warburton-Millgrove 18.10.118 def Yarra Junction 2.2.14; Powelltown bye Under 18: Yarra Glen 9.12.66 def Yea 1.2.8; Pakenham 25.20.170 def Alexandra 0.0.0; Seville 12.27.99 def Warburton-Millgrove 0.3.3 Women (Div 1): Belgrave 4.4.28 def Woori Yallock 2.5.17; Upwey-Tecoma 3.8.26 def Olinda-Ferny Creek 1.3.9; Mt Evelyn 16.12.108 def Healesville 0.2.2; Pakenham bye Women (Div 2): Yea 3.13.31 def Officer 1.3.9; Warburton-Wesburn 12.6.78 def Wandin 3.4.22; Emerald 4.12.36 def Seville 0.2.2; Thornton-Eildon bye A Grade: Upwey-Tecoma 50 def Olinda-Ferny Creek 34; Wandin 72 def Monbulk 49; Emerald 77 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 32; Mt Evelyn 59 def Healesville 35; Woori Yallock 55 def ROC 45 B Grade: Olinda-Ferny Creek 48 def Upwey-Tecoma 24; Emerald 41 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 28; Mt Evelyn 101 def Healesville 3; ROC 67 def Woori Yallock 54; Monbulk 59 def Wandin 43 C Grade: Olinda-Ferny Creek 28 def Upwey-Tecoma 24; Gembrook-Cockatoo 29 def Emerald 25; ROC 51 def Woori Yallock 26; Wandin 45 def Monbulk 20; Mt D Grade: Olinda-Ferny Creek 34 def Upwey-Tecoma 25; Gembrook-Cockatoo 27 def Emerald 26; Wandin 31 def Monbulk 22; Woori Yallock 23 def ROC 22; Mt Under 17: ROC White 31 def Emerald 17; Wandin 38 def Monbulk 31; ROC Blue 43 def Woori Yallock 12; Mt Under 15: Monbulk Maroon 34 def Monbulk Gold 22; Pakenham Maroon 31 def ROC White 8; ROC Blue 36 def Pakenham Gold 9; Woori Yallock bye A Grade: Seville 81 def Belgrave 26; Warburton-Millgrove 46 def Yarra Junction 25; Yarra Glen 60 def Yea 38; Pakenham 75 def Alexandra 25; Powelltown bye B Grade: Seville 68 def Belgrave 15; Warburton-Millgrove 49 def Yarra Junction 24; Yarra Glen 55 def Yea 26; Pakenham 75 def Alexander 13; Powelltown bye C Grade: Seville 62 def Belgrave 17; Warburton-Millgrove 42 def Yarra Junction 22; Yarra Glen 37 def Yea 22; Pakenham 60 def Alexandra 34 D Grade: Seville 37 def Belgrave 9; Warburton-Millgrove 48 def Yarra Junction 11; Yarra Glen 20 def Yea 15; Pakenham 50 def Alexandra 9; Powelltown bye Under 17: Pakenham Gold 53 def Alexandra 10; Seville 58 def Pakenham Maroon 9; Powelltown + Warburton-Millgrove bye © 2025 Hamilton's Funeral and After Life Services spent the night lost in dense bushland before a young cyclist made the remarkable discovery Don't miss out on the headlines from Breaking News Followed categories will be added to My News The search for a young boy who went missing from a playground in Victoria has ended with a miracle after a teenage mountain bike rider located the youngster a day after he disappeared wandered away from a family Easter gathering at the Olinda Playspace in the Dandenong Ranges about 4pm on Friday afternoon He was last seen by family members near Olinda-Monbulk Road His family launched a frantic search before reporting him missing to police around 30 minutes later Victoria Police immediately launched a large-scale search operation involving the Search and Rescue Squad the search on Friday evening was unsuccessful Searchers faced additional challenges due to Parsa’s condition Knox Acting Senior Sergeant Mel Gostimir said searches for lost children with autism can be challenging as often they are unable to communicate with searchers police learned his favourite songs were Hickory Dickory Dock and a song about learning the alphabet Officers played the tunes over their phones and broadcast them through police car PA systems in an effort to draw his attention heard about the missing boy and decided to help He set off on his usual mountain bike ride through the area in the hope of spotting him “It was the normal morning ride on my mountain bike .. I came up the hill and saw he was there and knew from chats and stuff that he was missing and called up the police,” he told ABC Breakfast Mr Shinkfield found the boy just after 8.15am on a trail deep in the bushland and waited with him for rescue crews “(I was) sitting with him hoping he was alright “The team did an excellent job to come and get him Parsa was checked over by paramedics and found to be in good health and was soon reunited with his relieved family Police and emergency services praised the overwhelming support from community members and volunteers who turned out to assist in the search “To return Parsa safely to his family for Easter is a wonderful result,” Sergeant Gostimir said Originally published as Miracle as autistic, non verbal 6-year-old who disappeared from playground in Olinda, Victoria is found Jetstar is offering customers free return fares on a bunch of international and domestic flights to celebrate its 21st birthday The growing community of Hosts on Airbnb welcomes one of the most influential names in northeastern music and a large presence in Brazilian national culture Brazilian singer-songwriter Alceu Valença is embracing the experience of hosting through Airbnb and is listing his home Sobrado Alceu Valença a colorful property located on the same grounds as Casa Estação da Luz in Olinda a city designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site The property stands out for its imperial style architecture also for the magnificence of its constructed area Preserving the original characteristics of its construction both the Sobrado Alceu Valença and the Casa Estação da Luz which since 2022 has been operating as a center of art and culture in Brazil It was no coincidence that it was the venue chosen to celebrate the wedding of Alceu Valença to Yanê Montenegro back in 2004 Casa Estação da Luz also inherited the name of one of his most emblematic songs whose lyrics are stamped on the staircase which provides access to the listing the space is available only on Airbnb to offer fans and guests a stay immersed in tradition in the heart of Olinda’s historic center “This house is very important to me and for those who have followed my work throughout the years Being able to host it on Airbnb and receive guests who value culture as much as I do is a gift and an incredible pleasure,” says Alceu Alceu Valença has celebrated the traditions of the Northeast with enthusiasm and emphasizes the importance for his guests to get to know the destination they are visiting thoroughly “Olinda is a tropical and joyful city that values the tradition of popular culture It has exuberant hillsides and a rich historical center besides one of the most famous carnivals in the country.” Alceu thrilled his fans by appearing at the window of his house on the hillsides of Olinda singing to a crowd of people who were enjoying the pre-carnival festivities in the city leading to comments praising Alceu as “An Olinda tradition” The house is located just in the heart of the Historic Center of Olinda and nearly 12 miles from Recife’s International Airport It has comfortable areas and useful amenities Guests can book the Sobrado Alceu Valença beginning this Thursday, July 6, at 1:00 PM, Brasília time, at airbnb.com/h/alceuvalenca A special1 two-night stay will be available for two guests2 who request a booking from July 21-23 in celebration of Alceu Valença’s birthday month Guests are responsible for their own travel to and from Olinda Interested in becoming an Airbnb Host? Learn more at airbnb.com/host the Sobrado Alceu Valença will be available on Airbnb upon the availability of the Casa Estação da Luz.  1The property is independently owned and operated 2The maximum occupancy in July 21-23 is two guests The Brea Olinda Unified School District has found its next superintendent in deputy Superintendent and Chief Human Resource Officer Brinda Leon The BOUSD educator will be moving into her new role as district superintendent pending approval by the Board of Education on June 9.  “I look forward to working collaboratively with the school board and community to continue building an exceptional educational program while forging innovative partnerships to enhance opportunities for students,” Leon shared “I’m committed to ensuring that all students have the ability to reach their full potential becoming productive members of an ever-changing global society and am thrilled that I will be able to be a part of an integral part of the process.” Leon has worked in various capacities of the district’s administration Through her most recent position as deputy superintendent district officials said Leon helped to establish strategic plan initiatives and guide the district’s COVID-19 pandemic response She simultaneously made partnerships with the community and local associations to support the success of students and staff “Brinda Leon believes deeply in our mission vision and core values and we are confident that she will continue to lead BOUSD to the next level of academic excellence,” Board of Education President Carrie Flanders said Flanders also cited Leon’s leadership skills and compassionate nature as an essential part of the district.  The Brea Olinda Unified School District serves more than 6,000 students in the northeast region of Orange County with six elementary schools one online academy and one continuation high school.  input was gathered by the search firm Leadership Associates through virtual meetings and surveys with 125 respondents The search consisted of 35 meeting sessions and collecting data from 1,548 survey respondents in order to get feedback from the parents Leon will begin her new position as district superintendent on July 1 If you’re a member of the media in need of information about the Orange County Department of Education, please email communications@ocde.us or call 714-966-4475 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page MAY 25, 2023 — After more than a decade working the night shift as a crime scene investigator for the San Antonio Police Department, Olinda Cardenas ’23 decided a B.B.A. in Cyber Security with UTSA Online would help her move from labs courtrooms and crime scenes into investigating cybercrime and a job with a daytime schedule “It's always funny when you tell people that you are or were a crime scene investigator,” Cardenas said I wish it was that glamorous.’” The conditions became even more difficult when Cardenas was tagged as an essential employee in the opening months of the pandemic The grueling schedule and the increased pressures of COVID-19 restrictions left her exhausted It was common for her to take on new cases just as her shift was ending or to have to report to court as an expert witness during what would have been her sleeping hours I said that if I was no longer enjoying my job then it was time to leave,” she said she noticed that one of her coworkers had started a new online degree program with UTSA “I started just kind of picking her brain neither of us had any computer science background or cyber background none of it — so it was going to be a fresh introduction to all that stuff,” Cardenas said I didn't know that UTSA was a highly regarded university for cybersecurity and I think the program is only getting better.” Cardenas was confident that she’d be able to transition to a new phase of her criminal investigative career with her experience and a new degree She enrolled with UTSA and then got a new job with Ernst & Young’s Financial Services Organization where she now works to combat money laundering While the flexibility of UTSA’s fully online degree program was critical to her academic success the encouragement from the faculty was equally important “I had no idea what I was getting myself into can I do this?” she recalls thinking at the start of the program “UTSA and its professors have really been supportive and helpful and have made me feel like I'm ready to take the next step in my cyber career,” she added As a graduate who crossed the Commencement stage this weekend Cardenas became the newest graduate in her Roadrunner family One of her stepsons is working toward a master’s degree in psychology from UTSA and the other will begin studying for a bachelor’s degree in cyber security in Fall 2023 “It will open a vast number of opportunities once I have graduated,” she said “Being a part of the online cybersecurity program has allowed me to meet fantastic professors within the industry as well as classmates who share similar interests.” Join the doctoral candidates for the Doctoral Conferreal Ceremony and celebrate their accomplishments Celebrate the graduates from the Carlos Alvarez College of Business College of Education and Human Development Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design and University College Celebrate the graduates from the College for Health College of Liberal and Fine Arts and College of Sciences Submit an Event The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery As an institution of access and excellence UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas To be a premier public research university providing access to educational excellence and preparing citizen leaders for the global environment We encourage an environment of dialogue and discovery What began as a small idea over a cup of tea in 1994 has steeped into one of Australia’s largest tea importers the beloved local business that has been a fixture in Sassafras for three decades is turning a new page in its rich history with an exciting relocation to Olinda this month Founded by Terry Abraham with a vision to create a space that would ‘educate Tealeaves has remained true to this founding philosophy throughout its 30-year journey the business stands as a testament to family legacy with Terry’s daughter Dionni Ring now at the helm of operations and the third generation represented by Dionni’s daughter Jacquie working in the shop “We didn’t want to leave Sassafras but we needed more space,” Dionni said “When an opportunity came up in Olinda we knew it meant we could offer so much more of an experience to our customers.” The new expansive store at 29 Olinda-Monbulk Road features a beautifully designed interior with full wheelchair access ensuring it’s a space for everyone to enjoy Shelves lined with over 300 varieties of exquisite teas from across the globe invite visitors to experience the finest selections What sets Tealeaves apart is not just its impressive collection of teas but also its commitment to catering to all tea enthusiasts “We have something for everyone,” Dionni said “Whether you are just starting your tea journey or seeking the most specialised and rarest teas in the world The business has grown from a small retail shop to encompass wholesale operations and a thriving online presence making it one of the largest importers of tea in Australia the family has maintained its dedication to quality and personalized service While the team bids a fond farewell to their Sassafras location (the final day was Sunday16 March) they’re eager to welcome customers to their grand opening in Olinda on Friday 28 March 2025 “As we turn the page to this exciting new chapter we extend our deepest gratitude to our customers—your support and love for tea have been the heart of our journey,” Dionni said The new store promises to be more than just a retail space; it’s an immersive journey filled with delightful tea discoveries and a treasure trove of quirky teapots and accessories Tealeaves Olinda invites you to experience the magic where tea is more than a drink—it’s a family tradition three decades in the making.