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The Salvation Army Del Oro Division serving Northern California and Nevada announced the appointment of Major Osei Stewart as divisional commander and Major Lynn Stewart as divisional director of Women’s Ministries and Divisional Secretary for Program.
The Stewarts were officially installed during a ceremonial service held this past Saturday, marking a new chapter in their distinguished ministry with The Salvation Army.
With 27 years of dedicated service as Salvation Army officers and more than 10 previous appointments across a variety of ministry and leadership roles, Majors Osei and Lynn Stewart bring a wealth of experience and spiritual leadership to their new positions.
Reflecting on their journey, they shared that “each appointment has been God’s hand in preparing us for the next,” and expressed deep gratitude and humility in stepping into divisional command.
As divisional commander, Major Osei Stewart will lead and oversee all Salvation Army operations across the Del Oro Division, which includes social services, disaster relief, corps (church) ministry, youth programs, and community partnerships.
His leadership will focus on strengthening mission-driven outreach and ensuring the organization continues to meet the evolving needs of local communities with compassion and excellence.
Major Lynn Stewart will serve in a dual leadership role as divisional director of Women’s Ministries and divisional secretary for program, guiding spiritual growth and empowerment programs for women, as well as overseeing divisional program development and support for corps ministries.
“We are honored to serve the people of Northern California and Nevada,” said Major Osei Stewart. “It is our prayer that we will lead with humility, vision, and a deep commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army — to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.”
The Salvation Army has actively served Northern California and Nevada since 1885. Its service programs are intended to meet the immediate needs of struggling people to help them attain sustainable living situations.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The Lake County Sheriff’s Activity League will offer a beginning archery activity on Aug. 2, from 9 to 11 a.m., followed by a hotdog feed.
This class is for those who are new to archery or have limited experience with archery.
The class will be limited to 20 participants ages 8 to 18. Eighteen year olds must still be in high school. Student participants must be able to follow instructions and adhere to safety practices.
All equipment is provided and there is no charge to families.
They meet at the shooting range, 3600 Highlands Spring Dam Road, Lakeport. Instruction is provided by a certified trainer. No firearms will be in use at the firing range during the archery activity.
To register by the July 25 deadline, call and speak directly with LCSAL Board member Terry Norton at 707-349-4432. Norton will take your children's names, ages and contact information for future notifications as needed.
Each student participant must bring an already completed and signed release and waiver form to the event. If you have already filled one out in 2025 for a different LCSAL activity (boxing, equestrian, fishing, kayaking or Jr. Giants), let Norton know. The blank form can be found at lakecountysal.com.
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The Rural County Representatives of California, or RCRC, is holding its ninth annual Rural County Photo Contest through July 31.
The contest invites individuals to submit their photographs capturing life in rural California and showcasing the beautiful scenery, activities, communities, history and charm of RCRC’s 40 member counties.
Photo entries should be submitted on the photo contest webpage or by email to
All entries must be received by 11:59 p.m. on July 31, 2025, be the original work of the submitter, and include:
• Location where the photo was taken, including the county in which it was taken; and
• Photographer’s full name and email address.
The grand prize winner will receive a $300 gift card, and the winning photograph will be unveiled at the September RCRC Board of Directors Meeting.
The second-place finalist will receive a $150 gift card, and the third-place finalist will receive a $75 gift card.
Full contest details are available on the RCRC website at www.rcrcnet.org/photo-contest.
The Rural County Representatives of California is a 40-member county service organization that champions policies on behalf of California’s rural counties. RCRC is dedicated to representing the collective unique interests of its membership, providing legislative and regulatory representation at the state and federal levels, and providing responsible services for its members to enhance and protect the quality of life in rural California counties.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Tickets are now available for the Lake County Wine Alliance’s annual Wine Auction.
The event this year takes place from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at Konocti Harbor Resort.
Reserve rooms with a 20 percent discount with the code LCWINE2025.
The Funky Dozen will play in the tavern after the auction.
For more information visit www.WineAlliance.org.