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As a result of recent precipitation, lower temperatures and increased humidity, the Sequoia National Forest and the Bureau of Land Management within the Bakersfield Field Office announced today, an Interagency Declaration to lift fire restrictions for all Federal and State protected lands within Fresno, Tulare, and Kern Counties effective at 5 p.m., Thursday, October 22. Visitors are no longer restricted to developed sites for having campfires, charcoal grills, or gas stoves. FreeCampfire Permits are required and may be obtained at any Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management or Cal Fire offices. They may also be obtained online at preventwildfireca.org. Despite the change in weather, visitors are asked to continue to be careful when using campfires, charcoal fires and gas stoves on Bureau of Land Management and National Forest lands. When you have a campfire, do the following: ■ Clear all flammable material away from the fire for a minimum of 5 feet in all directions to prevent an escape of the fire. ■ Have a shovel available at the campfire site for preparing and extinguishing campfires. ■ Have a responsible person in attendance at all times. ■ Extinguish campfire with water, drowning the fire, stirring the coals and ash, and feel for heat or warm spots; continue the process until the coals and ash are cold.

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The trucks stop here! Michael Batelaan Courier Sightings

Last week, the flooding of one major highway brought a flood of semitrucks and frustrated drivers through the Kern

River Valley. One of Kern County's major east-west highways, Highway 58 was closed by a flash flood/mudslide that left 115 passenger cars, 75 semi-trucks and two touring buses buried in mud between Tehachapi and Mojave. While our Valley was used as a detour multiple public agencies were working to free the vehicles, which in some areas were in mud more than 4 feet deep. They included the Kern County Sheriff's Office and Fire

Department, Tehachapi Police Department, Union Pacific Police Department, California Highway Patrol and Caltrans. On Thursday it was estimated 250 to 300 people had been trapped in those slides, but no injuries were reported. The most affected by travel east and west between Bakersfield and Mojave being stopped were truckers. Those who work for a company, were

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Relocation, relocation, relocation! Michael Batelaan Courier Update Relocation was what is was all about at the information and update meetings held this week by the Army Corps of Engineers in Bakersfield, Lake Isabella and Kernville. The Lake Isabella meeting was attended by about 40 people consisting of the public, Corps administrative staff and media. The Corps staff presented a brief overview of the history of the Isabella Dam Safety Modification Project to bring the attendees up to the present situation. Martin Fahning, Corps project manager, explained that of our two dams, only the main dam is built on a stable foundation of bedrock. The auxiliary dam is built on alluvium-silty sand with seepage problems. He explained that

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Power pointed - Corps presentation at Wallace School last Tuesday evening.

79 percent of the purpose of the dams is for flood risk management and 21 percent of the purpose is for irrigation. ■ Currently the dams risk of overtopping and the current spillway is not adequate. Another risk is the active Kern Canyon seismic fault that runs between the dams, closest

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to the auxiliary dam. There are also some erosion problems, and some leaks at the Borel Canal conduit as well as some internal seepage. ■ The solutions include raising the height of both dams 16 feet and excavate some of the more liquefiable sand under the auxiliary dam. Raising the

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height of the dams will not raise the water storage area or level of the lake; it will reduce the overtopping problem. The water will be at the same storage capacity it is now, but not as close to the top of the dam when at full capacity. The emergency spillway will be modified and has been reshaped to avoid the rerouting of Highway 178. National ■ The Environmental Policy Act process required by federal law was explained by Nancy Sandburg, Corps Environmental Lead. The Act allows the public an opportunity to be involved with the decision process. The original environmental studies were completed in 2012, and the topic of this meeting is the third

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weather Friday high 77° Mosly sunny Friday low 44° Partly cloudy Saturday high 77° Partly sunny

Arts, eats and entertainment will welcome you this weekend at the third annual Kernville Fall Festival. The Festival takes place Friday, Saturday, and Sunday October 23 to 25: Friday from 3 to 8 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jake Rudnick of Onyx Family Farms will be back this year at the Farmers Market in Circle Park Kernville.

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Plan for the week ahead using the Courier Calendar. Pastor Dan Schlensker’s column... The Extent of Unifacation

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water data: Wednesday 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 30,563 acre-feet 2015 Reservoir peak 47,666 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 112 cfs Lower Kern Outflow 126 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal. *(5-hr average Kernville)

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■ Kernville Fall Festival Oct 23, 24 and 25 Don’t miss the third annual Kernville Fall Festival featuring a haunted maze, pie eating contest, costume contest, pumpkin carving, relay races, horse and mule rides, petting farm, bounce houses, lawn mower races, Little Miss Cornstalk pageant, Mr. Scarecrow contest, air soft shooting, haunted Whiskey Flat Encampment, and much more Friday through Sunday, Oct. 23-25. ■ Keepers of the Kern October 23, 24 and 25 Keepers will have a booth set up at the Kernville Fall Festival. Stop in and say howdy, sign up to be a volunteer and maybe buy a Keepers of the Kern t-shirt!

■ Shannon Grove Town Hall on Wildlife October 23 Assemblywoman Shannon Grove plans to hold a town hall in Weldon October 23 from 6 to 7:30 p.m., geared towards wildlife and hunting enthusiasts interested in learning more about the state's management of fish and wildlife. The town hall will be held at the South Fork Woman's Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road, Weldon. For more event details call Assemblywoman Grove's Bakersfield office at 661-395-2995.

Regular activities Fridays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (3rd Fri.) Valley Caregiver Resource Center caregiver support at CCS, 2731 Nugget Ave. Lake Isabella. 661-821-1626.

Saturdays

■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7 p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 6:30 p.m. (1st Sat.) KV Gem & Minerals Club MGM Jewelry & Loan, 6749 Wofford Blvd.,, Wofford Heights. 760-376-3600.

Sundays

■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846.

Mondays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-583. ■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. Dark July/August.

Tuesdays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 10 a.m. - noon; 1p.m.- 3 p.m. Kern County Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., L.I. ■ Noon to 2 p.m. No cost craft class, Faith Community Church. Call 760-812-0755. ■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-379-5552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272. ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Wednesdays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters,

■ Racing for a cure October 24 Riding for Anna, the brave girl fighting acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The Kern River Valley Horse Show Assoc. horse show with Western, English and halter trail classes plus a silent auction. Registration starts at 8 a.m. at Jake’s Place Arena, on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 13141 Sierra Way, Kernville. Call 760-608-2086 for more information. ■ Keepers of the Kern October 26 and 27 Help clean up the Upper Kern River. Meet at the parking area across from Headquarters Campground just north of Riverkern. For more information, to RSVP or to sign up to be a Keepers Trash Warrior call, 760-3762963, 360-324-8178 or email keepersofthekern@gmail.com.

■ Commodities distribution October 26 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Monday, Oct. 26 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mountain Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution is from 10 a.m. to noon. ■ KRCWH Public Meeting October 27 Come on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. at the

senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762. ■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579. ■ 10:00 a.m., T.A.P. Thought and Perception, Tank Park, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3304. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella. 760-376-3138. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion Riders Post 711 VFW, Senior Center Lake Isabella. Dark July/August. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts. 760-223-3050 or 760-379-7312 ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-9114.

Thursdays

■ First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 661-868-7300 or 866-218-5367. ■ 8:30 and 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., LI ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella. 760-376-3138. ■10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time, Lake Isabella Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-549-2083. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760-379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 7 p.m. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.

AA Meetings

■ If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Meetings daily; Kernville, Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights. Call Alcoholics Anonymous 760-379-4112.

Bingo Guide

■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. This information is submitted to the Courier by the groups listed. Please call the phone numbers provided to check times and location.

Kern Valley Golf Course and hear Gary Sayre, manager of the Kern River Valley Golf Course speak on “Saving our Golf Course Fundraiser Events.” ■ Keyesville Gold: Then and Now October 27 Dr. Gregg Wilkerson, BLM geologist, will be the guest speaker Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center for the Kern Valley Historical Society. The Keyesville Mining District has recently been nominated to the National Register of Historic Places. Remnants of the past still exist, including the Keyes 10-Stamp Mill, the Pearl Harbor Drive arrastra, the Pearl Harbor Drive hydraulic pit, and hundreds of smaller mines and prospects. ■ Skate park interest meeting October 30 The Offices of 1st District Supervisor Mick Gleason and Kern County Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting a public meeting on Friday, October 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior/Veterans Center on Lake Isabella Blvd., Room 1. All KRV residents interested in a skate park for the valley are invited to attend. ■ Mystery Lantern Tour October 30 and 31 During the lantern tour J. Corlew will recount the eerie legends of the valley and focus on the numerous controversial paranormal events and sightings which have reportedly occurred on site. At Silver City Ghost Town, 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd in Bodfish. $15 all ages. 8 to 10:30 p.m. Cash only at night of event or advance tickets by credit card. Questions or purchase advance tickets contact 760-379-5146. ■ Halloween golf tournament October 31 Kern Valley Golf Course is holding an 18hole Halloween golf tournament on Saturday October 31. Check in time is 9 a.m. and the tournament starts at 10 a.m. There will be a spaghetti feed following the tournament. $40 for non-members and $27 for members. Call Lori Sayre at 760-3762828 for more information. ■ Trunk or Treat at the Library October 31 Lots of decorated trunks to treat from! Face-painting, music and so much more. Bring the kids all dressed-up in their costumes for a costume parade. Also, your dressed-up pets are welcome, too. 1 to 3 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Public Library. ■ Jr. Pheasant Hunt license October 31 and November 1 If you need a Jr. Hunting license for the Jr. Pheasant Hunt, a CAF&W certified instructor will conduct the course for $10. For more information, call 760-379-1222, 760379-9114, 760-376-3178 or email fishandgamehabitatclub@gmail.com. ■ Friends of the Library book sale November 3 The Friends will be holding book sales once a month on the first Tuesday of each month until further notice. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the community room at the main library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. All monies from the sales are used for your local libraries. ■ Prayer Breakfast November 5 The Salvation Army invites the community to join them in prayer for our community, the state and our nation at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. All members of the Kern River Valley community are welcome to come and join in. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. For more information call The Salvation Army at 760-379-4600. ■ Paint Night with Karlo Henry November 6 KRVAA, G3, and Century 21 present a Workshop and FUNdraiser on Friday November 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 11000 Kernville Rd, Kernville, the Old Century 21 Bldg. $40.00 includes step by step instruction, take-home acrylic paint kit, canvas, Paul Mooney's famous BBQ, wine and refreshments. Reserve at 760-379-6162,

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Things I have noticed...

Smells and tastes Right now as I write this column I'm drooling all over the place. Then I start thinking about smells and how pleasant life is as The other day I the different scents waft past our was told that the noses. Here's a short list in no spelocal "Doughnut cial order. Irish Spring soap whose Shop" which had smell is joined with a steamy showclosed, had reer. How about the heavy scent of a opened. It made rose in bloom, or a gardenia, or carme think of how nations, each with a captivating good a doughnut odor so pleasant to smell in your and coffee tastes, garden? Of course there is the especially a Middleworth smell of new mown hay as you ride doughnut that through the country some early had just been made and the coffee which had just been brewed. Then I morning. A walk through a forest of pines gives us the unforgettable got to thinking of the many things smell of giant trees. And a freshly in life which taste and smell good. painted room As I let my and certain mind wander, I Smells that make you frown or glues and the started to list a laugh or smile or even entertain odor of charred few of those thoughts that bring memories wood from an tastes and back to you. old campfire smells that are - Middleworh have their disso welcome in tinct odors. our everyday Continuing smells that are hard life. Things like a grilled steak, hot to forget is vanilla and lemon and off the BBQ or cookies fresh from an oven cooked roast hot and juicy the oven and mated with a glass of and ready for the table. Some smells ice cold milk. What's better than a which are remembered are not realslice from a loaf of freshly baked ly pleasant, for instance there is the bread slathered with melted butter? sharp smell of a skunk, a corral full Can't you imagine eating the heart of a cold watermelon adding a dash of healthy cows or an occasional whiff of smelly feet! of salt and not caring that the juice I'm running out of space, but I is running down and dripping on know that most of you could come to your shirt? At this point who up with dozens and dozens of cares? smells and tastes that are part of Of course there is freshly baked your everyday life. Smells that apple pie covered with cinnamon make you frown or laugh or smile and sugar topped with a slice of or even entertain thoughts that cheddar cheese. Can anyone resist bring memories back to you. a bowl of freshly popped corn, But...pardon me while I go finish lightly salted and drenched in meltmy apple pie and glass of ice cold ed butter? Probably there are few milk! things that taste better than southern fried chicken, mashed potatoes, Wofford Heights resident Rod gravy and cranberry sauce. Add to Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell. that a piece of corn on the cob. Rod Middleworth Courier Columnist

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Shannon Grove to hold town hall Assemblywoman Shannon Grove plans to hold a town hall in Weldon October 23 from 6 to 7:30 p.m., geared towards wildlife and hunting enthusiasts interested in learning more about the state's management of fish and wildlife. The town hall will be held at the South Fork Woman's Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road, Weldon. Grove will also give a Capitol update for constituents interested in the good, the bad, and the ugly legislation coming out of Sacramento. "I know many of my constituents are worried about the health of recreational fishing and hunting in Kern County, especially after four years of drought," said Assemblywoman Shannon Grove. "That's why I am bringing several state wildlife officials to Weldon to explain the state's management practices, answer questions, and listen first hand to constituent concerns." Craig Stower, Environmental Program Manager for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Stafford Lehr, Fisheries Branch Chief with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife will cover topics such as fish stocking, wild game management, and the impacts of the drought on recreational hunting and fishing. For more event details call Assemblywoman Grove's Bakersfield office at 661-395-2995.

Be a Friend of the Library KRV Friends of the Library Annual Membership Fall Fest will be held at the Kernville Fall Festival. Come visit us at our booth Oct 23 to 25 in Kernville. Purchase a new membership or renew your membership at the booth or the main library and receive 6 free tickets for our opportunity drawings for some nifty prizes. Call Sharonkaye Spoonemore for more information at 760-223-3449.

Historical groundbreaking ceremony The Kern River Valley Historical Society will be breaking ground on the construction of the new museum annex and everyone is invited. The ceremony will take place Saturday, Oct. 24 at 10 a.m. directly across the street from the museum. Bring your shovel and join other community members for this historic event. Everyone will simultaneously break ground and this most exciting project will officially begin. The Historical Society has been planning the development of the annex for well over a year. The plans are now complete with only some small changes to be made construction will begin. It is the intention of the Society to house the Ardis Walker Collection of books, artwork and artifacts in the new building.

Animal Services 5th annual adoption event Kern County Animal Services announces the start of their 5th annual “Howlin’ for Homes,” adoption event which runs from October 1 through 31. The event hopes to encourage the adoption of homeless and neglected animals from each of their three shelters. Kern County Animal Services’ shelter in Lake Isabella will be participating in the promotion. Adoption fees include spay or neuter surgery, first set of vaccinations, a microchip, rabies vaccinations for qualifying pets and a one year dog license for residents living in unincorporated areas of Kern County. Fees are normally $85 for dogs 4 months of age and older; $75 for dogs less than 4 months of age; $50 for female cats and, $40 for male cats. For information on adopting a pet, call 661-868-7100 or visit the shelter to find your new best friend: Lake Isabella Shelter, 14891 Highway 178.

KRCWH public meeting Come on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. at the Kern Valley Golf Course and hear Gary Sayre, manager of the Kern River Valley Golf Course speak on “Saving our Golf Course Fundraiser Events.” Sayre said, “It would be a huge black eye to our entire community for the Golf Course to close down.” “The greens would turn brown, the weeds would take over, and it would be a real eyesore for the entire community driving between Wofford Heights to Kernville. Losing the Golf Course will decrease property values in an already declining area.” All residents are invited to become a part of the solution and bring yourself and your bright ideas to the KRCWH public meeting.

Keyesville Gold: Then and Now Dr. Gregg Wilkerson, BLM geologist, will be the guest speaker Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center for the Kern Valley Historical Society. The Keyesville Mining District has recently been nominated to the National Register of Historic Places. The area was the site of both placer and lode (hard rock) mills. Remnants of those days still exist, including the Keyes 10-Stamp Mill, the Pearl Harbor Drive arrastra, the Pearl Harbor Drive hydraulic pit, and hundreds of smaller mines and prospects. The mines are also habitat for wildlife, including the threat-

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October 16, 2015 Elias Markavian Holt, son of Nickolas Holt and Julie (Batelaan) Holt of Wallace, Idaho, came into the world October 16, 2015 at 5:20 a.m. Julie is the daughter of the late Mark Batelaan who lived in the Kern Valley for 23 years and she spent much of her childhood in the KRV. Elias tipped the scales at a

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The Extent of Unification Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist Part 3: Last week we dealt with "atonement," which defines itself: at-one-ment, and also describes God's action to reunite Himself with His fallen, rebelSchlensker lious human creatures and to make them once again acceptable in His sight. By heaping all mankind's disobedience onto and into the body of His Son, Jesus, on Calvary's cross, God made atonement for the sins of the world, and that atonement comes to people through faith in Jesus. That is, trusting in Him and His sacrificial death for the forgiveness of their sins and their favorable standing in the sight of God. That's how God destroyed everything that separated people from Him. The fact of Jesus sacrificial human suffering and His death for human sin, and the reality of the atonement in which all those, who believe in Him, stand … those factors usher in a new environment in which all forgiven sinners live. Like the apostle Paul says in Romans 8, "absolutely nothing in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus, our Lord." So the condition "2 2 2 B 1" (too two to be one), has now become for those who are "in Christ," who

trust in Him, "2 1 2 B 2" (too one to be two). (Please see 1 Corinthians 1:30, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 3:28, Romans 8:1.) Now that has some important implications for all, who through Jesus' forgiveness, stand in God's favor. It means that they also forgive others, who offend against them. Jesus even said, "if you do not forgive men, then your Father will not forgive your transgressions" (Matthew 6:15). So, as believers live at peace with God and walk in His grace all day every day, they also enjoy the goodness of unity and peace with others. All those sins, which alienate them from others, those sins, which are difficult to forget, which have driven wedges between them and others, which have robbed them of peace and unity, those sins which have been sucking the life out of them, those sins were destroyed on Calvary's cross. Those sins are gone forever, vaporized. They no longer exist! That's the blessed reality in which believers in Jesus live and makes them able to view every other person in the world as a person for whom Christ died, a person whose sins have been paid for. Jesus has given believers unity with Himself … and with others. And He challenges us to live in that reality every day, to not deny it, but to enjoy it! Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Lake Isabella.

Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey

1. Is the book of Labour in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Ecclesiastes 4:9, how many are better than one because they have a good reward for their labor? Two, Three, Five, Seven 3. In 1 Kings 5:13-14, how many thousand men comprised the labor force that King Solomon raised? 1, 5, 10, 30 4. From Exodus 20:9, how many days shalt thou labor and do all thy work? Two, Four, Six, Seven 5. What son of Abda was in charge of the forced labor in David's kingdom? Baal, Adoniram, Cyrenius, Phaneul 6. From Proverbs 14:23, "In all labor there is" what? Love, Hope, Light, Profit Answers: 1) Neither; 2) Two; 3) 30; 4) Six; 5) Adoniram; 6) Profit © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

Valley places of Worship Kernville

■ First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m., Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m

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■ Faith Community North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416 ■ Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 ■ Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m. Lake Isabella/Bodfish

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■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. School 9:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 ■ Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun. 9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2062

■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Services 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible Study Sun. 10 a.m. ■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., and 5 p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. 760-379-5819 ■ Salvation Army The local national affiliate Mon. 9 a.m.-1p.m. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-5100. ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 7 p.m. Wednesday 760-549-3186

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■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Faith Community South Campus 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday morning 9 a.m., 760-376-6719 ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).

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Harvest Craft Bazaar November 6, 7 and 8 Don't miss the 27th annual Harvest Craft Bazaar at St. Jude Catholic Church in Wofford Heights. There will be hand crafted gifts, food, drawings, a huge yard sale, a gift basket auction and lots of fun.

■ Holiday bazaar November 13 and 14 Ladies of the Elks will have their annual holiday bazaar on November 13 and 14 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights. If you want a table please call Jadeen Schroeder at 1760-417-1693. There are a limited amount of tables available.

■ Star Party November 7 Starting at dusk at the parking lot at Old Isabella Road, the KRV Astronomy Club will host its next star party. See the clear, night time skies over the Kern River Valley. Come view constellations, planets, nebulas, star clusters, galaxies, and more. Come look through their telescopes, or if you have a telescope, bring it. Bundle up, bring a lounge chair, hot drink, and snack, and look for telescopes set up in the parking lot. The star

Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received by 1 p.m. on Tuesday to make Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public. Any cost must be listed. Items submitted for a free Calendar listing may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by date, event, and space available. Items deemed general business advertising will not be accepted. Event information compiled from direct submissions to office@kernrivercourier.com, and krvmastercalendar. com.

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“Treacherous Edges” Live Music Thursday 7pm-9pm This classic rock band from over the hill in Ridgecrest makes a very special appearance in our Lounge and we can't wait!

“Rocky Horror Picture Show“ For this Movie Friday 5-7pm It's just a jump to the left and then a step to the right on over to the Lounge!

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Roar” (R) - The bloodiest, most recklessly life-threatening film production in Hollywood history resulted in this light-hearted comedy about a family "acting" afraid while they share a home with at least 100 untrained tigers, lions and panthers. Writer/director Noel Marshall felt so strongly about this movie that he cast his own family, literally feeding them to lions -- including his wife Tippi Hedren (from Hitchcock's "The Birds") and her daughter, Melanie Griffith (who would later need facial surgery after a lion attack). At least 70 people were seriously injured during production, which was a never-ending nightmare thanks to money problems and entire crews wisely walking away from the project. But Marshall finished his movie. Never released in the U.S., the 1981 film is now available on Blu-ray, and it's a must-have for collectors of Hollywood's worst ideas! “Inside Out” (PG) - Pixar goes on an inward-journey with this inventive animated adventure about the struggles of growing up and having emotions. Riley (voiced by Kaitlyn Dias) is an 11-year-old who has trouble adjusting after her family moves to a new state. Like all of us, Riley has a rich inner-world full of memories, and her emotions influence how she acts and how she sees the world. Usually, Riley is guided by Joy (Amy Poehler), in conjunction with the other personified feelings: Fear,

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Sadness, Anger and Disgust (Bill Hader, Phyllis Smith, Lewis Black and Mindy Kaling). When kids movies try to tackle complicated topics, the result is usually either dumbed-down to pointlessness, or the complexity suffocates the fun. Pixar has made a movie that is pricelessly fun and original, without compromising on the message. “Vacation” (R) -- The legacy of National Lampoon's vacation flicks lives on. Ed Helms (of "The Office") leads as Rusty Griswald, the son from the old "Vacation" movies, now a grownup failure -- just like his dad! Rusty has the brilliant idea to rekindle his marriage and impress his sons by taking them on the same horrendous road trip his dad dragged him on! The raunchy humor in this outing is generally more cringe-inducing than laugh-out-loud. There's a weird bitterness to many of the jokes between these family members. The intense gross-out factor also is much higher than before, which could be a draw for some. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Bob’s seed recipes pumpkin seeds. Cover and let stand at room temperature for 24 hours. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drain seeds and spread thinly on a large baking sheet. Roast until seeds are dry, turning and stirring every 15 minutes.

Bodfish Bob Bodfish Bob’s Butter Baked Pumpkin Seeds 2 c. pumpkin seeds 2 tbsp. butter or margarine, melted 1 tsp. salt Spread seeds on a cookie sheet and let dry overnight. Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Combine butter and salt and toss with seeds. Bake for 50 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes until seeds are lightly browned. Bodfish Bob’s No Oil Baked Pumpkin Seeds 3 tbsp. salt Water 2 c. fresh pumpkin seeds, washed Bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil. Add salt and continue cooking until it dissolves. Pour this mixture over

Bodfish Bob’s Toasted Salted Pumpkin Seeds 1 cup pumpkin seeds 3 cup water 1/4 cup salt Soak pumpkin seeds in salt water overnight. Drain off salt water and spread seeds on a large cookie sheet. Bake in a 350 degrees oven for 15 minutes. Stir them, then bake 15 minutes longer or until golden brown. Bodfish Bob’s Roasted Sesame Seed and Pumpkin Seeds 2 c. hulled raw pumpkin seeds 1/4 c. unhulled sesame seeds 2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese 1 tbsp. butter, melted 1 tbsp. worcestershire sauce Salt Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine all ingredients. Season to taste with salt. Spread mixture on baking sheet. Bake stirring frequently until lightly toasted. Let cool. To store, fill jars or cans, cover and refrigerate. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.

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Goodbye GemCare Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Kern Valley residents who had assigned their Medicare benefits to the GemCare HMO have received notification in the mail that GemCare will not be Thal offering their HMO product in 2016. Their letter informs them that they will need to seek new coverage, as their benefits will end December 31. Members have two choices. If they select and enroll in a new plan by December 7, they will have an effective date of January 1 and not have any break in coverage. If they ignored the letter, they have until February 29 to select a new plan, but won't have any health coverage other than original Medicare and no prescription coverage. I have reviewed all the plans available in the Kern River Valley and am now able to assist GemCare customers, and all the others in an HMO. In my review, I picked every plan that each of our local doctors participate in. So it will be easy for me to assist in allowing you to keep your doctor. In many cases, you should be able to retain your specialists as well. There are several plans that will be offering free transportation to plan physician specialists in Bakersfield. Last year's plans that did provide transportation have reduced the number of trips. There is even a plan without a copay for hospitalization. Overall, I see the cost of prescription drugs rising. This is not good

news, especially for those on a low fixed income. What many people are not aware of, is that when a plan is dropped, it opens a very beneficial situation for those who have chronic problems, or anticipate surgery. Medicare supplement plans, which allow you to pick any Medicare provider with no out of pocket expense normally asks medical questions, thereby screening potential large claims. However, Federal law requires these plans to accept people from a closing HMO. So, if a person anticipates problems, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to change to a comprehensive plan without medical underwriting which will give you full freedom of choice. If you are not coming off a plan that is discontinuing you will need to answer the medical questions. I can help many in this situation as well. So why did this happen? The HMO business was sold to Blue Shield of California. Blue Shield changed the name of the plan to match that sold in many parts of the state, Blue Shield 65 Plus, which only covering certain Kern County zip codes, and the Kern River Valley is not part of their coverage area. Those people who act now, will be able to keep their doctor, perhaps can get better benefits. In closing, DO NOT DISCARD that GemCare letter. It is your passport to new and better coverage for 2016. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106) Thal is on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, harrythal@aol.com or harrythal. com.

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Marketing Strategies for Sellers Matt Freeman Courier Columnist Around the state the real estate markets are starting to heat up. Here locally, the same is beginning to happen but we Freeman tend to be behind the curve. So what is the best way for a seller to get their property noticed in this market? Here are three of the biggest reasons properties either sell or do not sell when they are listed. These are huge, everything else is relative. 1: Price! This is the biggest factor, especially in a buyer's market. A price for a piece of property must not be based on what anyone else says but rather on what has sold in the area recently. A seller must think like a bank and an appraiser, and be realistic. A property is not worth more because of personal reasons. It is worth what it is or is not based on market conditions. That means appraised value and ultimately what a home is worth is what a buyer is willing to pay for it. Sellers make sure that you are priced accordingly; get what the property is worth not what you think it is worth. Unless your home has something absolutely exceptional and unique about it, a large 4 car garage for example that sets it apart from the comparable sales, the comparable sales are how to value the property. There are exceptions, but recently sold comparable sales real-

ly do matter. 2: Location. The old real estate motto is location, location, location! Well, it is true. The location of a property does play into what it is worth. A 1000 sq foot house in Kernville is worth more than in Weldon, or Bodfish typically. A large piece of land is worth more in Squirrel Valley than in Lake Isabella or Onyx. When trying to sell in a buyer's market, get these two factors properly balanced and your listing will be able to compete with the bank owned properties and everything else on the market. You will actually make more if you do this instead of price too high. 3: Patience. A seller in this market has to have patience. A good agent is trying everything in their power that they know works to try and sell your house. Certain market segments sell faster than others, cheaper homes typically sell faster than higher priced homes no matter how good of a deal they are. Find an agent that you trust and you know is doing their very best for you and stick with them. Make sure they give you marketing updates and keep in contact on a regular basis. Make your agent work for you but also realize that your agent wants to sell your home and is working in your best interest. Hey, we don't get paid if we don't do our job. So find a good one and make them work! Matt Freeman is a realtor with Freemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 or 760-223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

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Announcements, Continued from page 3 ened Thompson long eared bat. Many of the mines were active during the Depression, and closed during WWII. Many, like the Keyes, opened for a few years following the war. But economic forces eventually made it unprofitable to mine. The Bureau of Land Management is currently working on an Activity Plan that will lay out ground rules for future prospecting and development of these gold resources.

Interested in a Valley skate park? The Offices of 1st District Supervisor Mick Gleason and Kern County Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting a public meeting on Friday, Oct. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior/Veterans Center on Lake Isabella Blvd., Room 1. All Kern River Valley residents interested in a skate park are invited to attend. Kern County Parks Director, Bob Lerude will be briefing the attendees on what the County has been able to accomplish for this effort to date. They will also be providing information on how the County can support this effort in the future. Also speaking will be Teresa Contrares, who will provide information on what her vision is for the skate park and what she has accomplished to date.

Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital city of Australia? 2. MOVIES: Who won the 1961 Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in "West Side Story"? 3. MUSIC: Who is honored in the song "Candle in the Wind" by Elton John? 4. HISTORY: Who called Dec. 7, 1941, "a date which will live in infamy"? 5. NATURE: What are the seeds of castor bean plants used to produce? 6. LITERATURE: Who wrote the novel "Barry Lyndon"? 7. ENTERTAINERS: What famous actor who once played James Bond also was a contestant in the 1950 Mr. Universe contest? 8. KNOWLEDGE: In "The Twelve Days of Christmas" carol, what present was sent on the 11th day? 9. TELEVISION: When did the award-winning kids' show "Sesame Street" go on the air? 10. DISCOVERIES: Who is credited with discovering quarks?

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Deciding to work out that pesky problem (even though you might have been bored, bored, bored with it) should be paying off right about now. Expect to hear some very welcome news very soon. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Unexpected news might cause you to rethink a previous conclusion. Don't be bullheaded and try to bluff it out. Make the needed change, and then take a bow for your objectivity. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Money matters should be considered as you continue to work out your holiday plans. This is a good time to scout out discounts before demand for them outstrips their availability. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A calm period early in the week helps you complete most, if not all, of your unfinished tasks. A new project appears by midweek, and this one could carry some big career potential. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Positive results from recent ventures continue to pump up those self-esteem levels, making you Fabulous Felines feel you can tackle any challenge anyone wants to throw at you. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Family and friends might feel neglected because of your almost total focus on a project. Try to rework your schedule so you can have time for both your loved ones and your work.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Don't be surprised if you suddenly hear from someone from your past who wants to contact you about the possibility of renewing a long-dormant (if not dead) relationship. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) This is a good time to check over what went right and what went wrong with recent efforts. This can provide valuable lessons for projects that will be coming up soon. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Dealing with people who feel they're always right about everything might be a problem for some. But the savvy Archer should be able to deflate their oversize egos. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) This week favors a balance between the demands of your work and your need for fun timeouts. Taking breaks helps restore and keep your energy levels high. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) There could be an occasional setback in what you're working on. But look at them as lessons on how to do better as you move along. More supporters turn up to cheer you on. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Although a more positive aspect influences this week's course, you still need to be sure that those who will work with you have no reason to work against you. Good luck. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: KERN RIVER SEQUOIA RV RESORT (2015-B5621), 13801 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address: 13801 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANTS: Lane Burdine Murlin III, 41659 Avenida Ortega, Temecula, CA 92592 and Shelly Rae Murlin, 41659 Avenida Ortega, Temecula, CA 92592. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a Trust. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Lane B. Murlin III, Murlin Family Trust. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/16/2015 and expires 09/16/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier October 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-01065-CA, A.P.N.: 113-07212-00, Property Address: 1307 Yosemite Street A and B, Bakersfield, CA 93308 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/23/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Maria Esther Ayora, a Single Woman. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 02/28/2006 as Instrument No. 0206049352 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/06/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $156,558.72. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1307 Yosemite Street A and B, Bakersfield, CA 93308, A.P.N.: 113-072-12-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $156,558.72. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned

caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www. \altisource.com/MortgageServices/Defau ltManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-01065-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: September 21, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.las px For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 9, 16 and 23, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-01105-CA, A.P.N.: 364-09110-00, Property Address: 6220 Olive Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 09/13/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Carol Curtis, a Widow. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 09/17/2004 as Instrument No. 0204225836 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/06/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California.

Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $205,974.41. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 6220 Olive Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308, A.P.N.: 364-09110-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $205,974.41. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www. altisource.com/MortgageServices/Defaul tManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-01105-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: September 23, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite

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450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageSer vices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServic es.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 9, 16 and 23, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-06534-CA, A.P.N.: 501143-10-00, Property Address: 9503 Ravenrock Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/05/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Jose G. Albert and Yenny L. Albert, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 06/09/2006 as Instrument No. 0206142260 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/06/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $232,826.73. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 9503 Ravenrock Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312, A.P.N.: 501-143-10-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $232,826.73. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2014-06534-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: September 24, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageSe rvices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServi ces.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 9, 16 and 23, 2015)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: JanIT (2015-B5812), 412 Abigail Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address: 412 Abigail Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. REGISTRANT: Xochitl Castrejon, 412 Abigail Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Date the business commenced: 09/15/2015. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Xochitl Castrejon. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/28/2015 and expires 09/28/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier October 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: GALLAHER TRUCKING (2015B5910, 1609 South Yorktown Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address: P.O. Box 36, Inyokern, CA 93527. REGISTRANT: Farrish Glenn Gallaher, 1609 South Yorktown Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Date the business commenced: 07/15/2013. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Farrish Glenn Gallaher. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/01/2015 and expires 10/01/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier October 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2012-02756, A.P.N.: 384-091-1000-2, Property Address: 6200 Wilson Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/09/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Percy Richard Jr. and Dorothy Richard, Husband and Wife. Duly Appointed Trustee: Power Default Services, Inc.. Recorded 05/18/2007 as Instrument No. 0207105196 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/13/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $273,868.23. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 6200 Wilson Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309, A.P.N.: 384091-10-00-2. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $273,868.23. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the

California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (855) 427-2204 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/DefaultManage ment/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2012-02756. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: October 1, 2015. Power Default Services, Inc., as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (855) 427-2204. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (561) 682-8000. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 16, 23 and 30, 2015) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: KPD LOCKSMITHING (2015B5706, 100 Cover Street, Maricopa, CA 93252. Mailing address: 100 Cover Street, Maricopa, CA 93252. REGISTRANT: Sean Edward Dunham, 100 Cover Street, Maricopa, CA 93252. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Sean E. Dunham. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/22/2015 and expires 09/22/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier October 16, 23, 30 and November 6, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2011-15899, A.P.N.: 515-532-2700, Property Address: 4211 Crystal Lake Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93313 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/20/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Jin-Bok Kang and Sook Lee Kim, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 07/30/2004 as Instrument No. 0204178720 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/13/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $309,222.94. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4211 Crystal Lake Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93313, A.P.N.: 515532-27-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $309,222.94. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices Legals, Continued from page 10 fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/ TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2011-15899. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: September 30, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/De faultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 16, 23 and 30, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-01138-CA, A.P.N.: 425-14223-00, Property Address: 4666 Larson Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/27/2011. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: John W. Smoot and Patricia Smoot, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 06/06/2011 as Instrument No. 000211073137 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/13/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $150,884.08. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4666 Larson Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240, A.P.N.: 425-142-23-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $150,884.08. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has

been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMan agement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 201501138-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: September 25, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/De faultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 16, 23 and 30, 2015) ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: ELIZABETH MILLSTONE MEDIA (2012B4706) Street address of business: 1101 Elm Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 1101 Elm Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Natalia Moscowitz, 1101 Elm Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 08/06/2012. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 09/18/2015. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk by J. Bojorquez, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: October 16, 23, 30 and November 6, 2015. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: INFINITE MONEY (2012-B4707) Street address of business: 1101 Elm Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 1101 Elm Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Natalia Moscowitz, 1101 Elm Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 08/06/2012. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 09/18/2015. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk by J. Bojorquez, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: October 16, 23, 30 and November 6, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: LIZ CARES (2015-B5666), 1101 Elm Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address: 1101 Elm Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT: Natalia Moscowitz, 1101 Elm Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Natalia Moscowitz. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/18/2015 and expires 09/18/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier October 16, 23, 30 and November 6, 2015. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF FRANK RONALD SETINC **(AMENDED)** BPB-15-002397 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of FRANK RONALD SETINC A PETITION for Probate has been filed by: JOHN KEVIN COSGROVE in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN. THE PETITION for Probate requests that JOHN KEVIN COSGROVE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent's will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on: March 17, 2016 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in Section 58(b) of the California Probate Code or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under Section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California Law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: BRIAN L. FOX, Atty. 290 Maple Court, Suite 206 Ventura, CA 93003 (805) 658-9204 (Published: Kern River Courier: October 23, 30 and November 6, 2015)

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-04460-CA, A.P.N.: 317-62018-00, Property Address: 18241 Saint Andrews Drive, Unit #314, Tehachapi Area, CA 93561-5210 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/13/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Harvey R. Becker and Mary Becker, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 12/23/2005 as Instrument No. 0205353600 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/20/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $171,144.60. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 18241 Saint Andrews Drive, Unit #314, Tehachapi Area, CA 93561-5210, A.P.N.: 317-620-1800. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $171,144.60. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMan agement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 201404460-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: October 9, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServic es/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.las px For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 23, 30 and November 6, 2015)

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-08975-CA, A.P.N.: 388-54109-00, Property Address: 9110 La Sonrisa Way, Bakersfield, CA 93306 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/07/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Walter Orlando Cuchilla-

Gutierrez, a Single Man. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 06/16/2006 as Instrument No. 0206147247 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/20/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $181,932.47. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 9110 La Sonrisa Way, Bakersfield, CA 93306, A.P.N.: 388-541-09-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $181,932.47. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource .com/MortgageServices/DefaultManage ment/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2014-08975CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: October 8, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSer vices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 23, 30 and November 6, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-07439-CA, A.P.N.: 205-07305-00, Property Address: 9236 Aspen Avenue, California City, CA 93505 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/24/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Wayne E. Roe, a Married Man, as His Sole and Separate Property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 02/03/2005 as Instrument No. 0205027137 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/20/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $144,677.64. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FED-

ERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 9236 Aspen Avenue, California City, CA 93505, A.P.N.: 205-073-05-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $144,677.64. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagem ent/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2014-07439CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: October 7, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageSer vices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeService s.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 23, 30 and November 6, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-00479-CA, A.P.N.: 256-39204-00, Property Address: 1213 Pinetree Drive, Frazier Park, CA 93225 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/23/2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Michael A. Brown and Amy R. Brown, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 11/11/2009 as Instrument No. 0209166867 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 11/30/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $253,515.64. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1213 Pinetree Drive, Frazier Park, CA 93225, A.P.N.: 256-39204-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be

made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $253,515.64. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource .com/MortgageServices/DefaultManage ment/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-00479CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: October 15, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServ ices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices .laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 23, 30 and November 6, 2015)

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Crossroads truck stop The intersection of Hwys 178 and 155 was the site of many congregating trucks that passed through the Valley while Hwy 58 was closed, trying to get to and from Southern California Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

Detour, Continued from page 1 not financially hurt, but kept from spending time with their families. But owner-operators lost time and opportunities that cost them. So truckers started looking for alternate routes. For passenger vehicles, taking Highway 178 to Highway 14 back down to Mojave was an easy choice. But although many semi-truckers

Relocation, Continued from page 1 supplemental environmental analysis. The first supplement in August 2014 was regarding acquisition of private property to protect the public from the effects of the construction and blasting, and the second one was regarding the real estate relocations and resulted in not relocating Highways 178 and 155. ■ This public scopingwas regarding the relocation of replacement recreational areas, USFS offices and fire equipment yards with the third supplemental environmental analysis due out in November. The Corps will return for public meetings and input regarding the proposed actions. The permanent location of the USFS visitor center and possibility of a

attempted, to continue to move parishables and to make on time deliveries by traveling through our Valley many of them passed through our area illegally. It didn't take Caltrans long to put up digital signs to remind them along with with the Califoria Highway Patrol to begin warning and turning those that exceeded 65 feet to turn around.. According to the Caltrans State Route 178 Transportation Concept

Report published in April 2005, tractor-semi-trailer combinations are limited on State Highway 178 from the mouth of the Kern Canyon to Kern River Canyon Road which is designated as an kingpin to rear axle advisory route, which restricts kingpin to rear axle lengths on the route. The restrictions include a kingpin to rear axle limit of 40 feet 20 miles east of the Route 184 junction to Chimney Creek Road.

multi-agency visitor center is not addressed in this supplemental analysis, but Corps staff promised that those issues would be addressed in the future. The proposal is to relocate the USFS Fire Station facility to Lake Isabella Blvd. near the Kern County complex and the USFS visitor center to the USFS Work Center in Kernville. ■ The construction staging will displace or close some recreation areas. It is the goal of the Corps is to have alternative, equal services in place prior to the modification construction that will displace some currently well-used areas. Besides the Ponderosa Avenue Forest Service facilities, the construction will close Launch 19, and Auxiliary Dam camping area. The Corps will refurbish the Old Isabella and South Fork Recreation area sites with state of the art upgrades as an alter-

native to the Auxiliary Dam camping area. A boat launch will be created at French Gulch as alternative to Launch 19. ■ The Corps' goal is to provide levels of service and access during the construction equivalent to those existing prior to the project construction. When the construction is completed, use of the closed areas will be restored and our recreation areas will be improved because the alternative sites will have been upgraded and left for future use. ■ It was stressed that the Corps wants to have all the new facilities in place before the interim loss caused by the construction begins. The Corps hopes that by being able to get the public input by the end of the year, the process of contracts can begin early in 2016 and actual construction can begin in 2017.

Kernville Fall Festival

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October 2015 Kernville California N0:1

Kernville welcomes you!

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To a Cornucopia of Fall Festivities

Facinating Information page B2 • There is so much to do at the Fall Festival! Above, Erin Hanley of Kern Valley Florist, Designs by Erin shows off her blooms. Left, some of last year’s Little Miss Corn Stalk contestants. Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier

Michael Batelaan, Corn Stalk Gazette Welcome to the Third Annual Kernville Fall Festival. Admission to the festival is free. This does not apply to private attraction vendors. The information booth located in Circle Park near the gazebo will hold the Festival schedule of events. Find the Pumpkin Patch and Farmer's Markets in Circle Park. The event takes place Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Oct. 23 to 25: Friday from 3 to 8 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Circle Park features the petting zoo and the gazebo main stage sponsored by Kern River Radio. Visit the vendors along Frontage Road, and as you enter Riverside Park you will find the quick draw action with the KV Gun Club, Amazing Bounce, and the food court. Throughout the weekend there will be wagon rides with pick-up and dropoff locations at Big Blue Bear, Riverside One Stop, the north end of Riverside Park and at the Encampment/rodeo grounds. This year is even better! Lawn Mower Races will take place on Saturday October 24 and Sunday October 25 from 2 to 5 p.m. both days at the McNally Rodeo Arena in

Kernville. There will be food and a beer garden available. The beer garden is courtesy of Alta One Federal Credit Union. The "Haunted" Whiskey Flat Encampment is back for the 3rd year offering Families a glimpse of Kern River Valley History 150 years ago. Come on down to the Flats across from the Rodeo Grounds and see how the miners lived back then. Tour the town of Whiskey Flat and watch the blacksmiths at work, Miners extracting Gold ore from our newest mine shaft "The Randall Mine." Visit the Indian village and see how the Indians lived early in this valley's history. Talk with the mountain men and they show you how the trapped and traded with the Indians. And last but not least ask our Sheriff for a tour of the Haunted Cemetery and maybe your get to talk with the undertaker. There will be no shortage of Haunted surprises. The Fall Festival photo scavenger hunt is back! There are far more scavenger items here than you will be able to visit in the time allotted. The goal is not to try to obtain every item on this list or to go thru the list in order. If you are competing to win, your goal should be to get as many points as possible, as efficiently as possible. The list is available at the Info Booth.

Family fun contests will happen throughout the weekend like the pumpkin walk, pie eating, apple bobbing, pony dash, pumpkin relay, and much more! These contests will take place at the gazebo main stage. Bring your pre-carved pumpkins to place around the gazebo for judging. This contest is sponsored by the Kern River Courier. This is a great place for a photo op! This year we celebrate the Second Annual Lil' Miss Corn Stalk Pageant open to our local girls ages 4 to 10. This pageant will take place on Sunday starting at 11 a.m. at the Gazebo Main Stage. And this year young boys can compete to be Mr. Scarecrow. That competition starts at 10:30 a.m. at the Gazebo Main Stage. Live music can be enjoyed on the Gazebo Main Stage in Circle Park right in downtown Kernville. Local band White Lightning will perform Friday and Saturday nights at 6 p.m. and Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m. The haunted maze is always a huge hit. This year it is sponsored by and will be in the Kernville Lodge (formerly the Odd Fellows Hall). The actors for this attraction include none other than our local high school drama club. They will take you on a frightful journey you will never forget!

Schedule of Events pages B3 & B6 • Festival Map pages B4 & B5 • More Facinating Fall Facts pages B7 & B8

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Jake Rudnick from Onyx Family Farms is a man of many pumpkins. But he has lots and lots of other delicious veggies, too!

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Which came first? The pumpkin or Halloween? pumpkin-patch.com Pumpkins are believed to have originated in North America. Seeds from related plants have been found in Mexico dating back to 7000 to 5500 B.C. References to pumpkins date back many centuries. The name pumpkin originated from the Greek word for "large melon" which is "pepon." "Pepon" was changed by the French into "pompon." The English changed "pompon" to "Pumpion." American colonists changed "pumpion" into "pumpkin." Native American Indians used pumpkin as a staple in their diets centuries before the pilgrims landed. They also dried strips of pumpkin and wove them into mats. Indians would also roast long strips of pumpkin on the open fire and eat them. When white settlers arrived, they saw the pumpkins grown by the Indians and pump-

kin soon became a staple in their diets. As today, early settlers used them in a wide variety of recipes from desserts to stews and soups. The origin of pumpkin pie is thought to have occurred when the colonists sliced off the pumpkin top, removed the seeds, and then filled it with milk, spices and honey. The pumpkin was then baked in the hot ashes of a dying fire. The origin of Halloween dates back at least 3,000 years to the Celtic celebration of Samhain (pronounced "sow-ain"). The festival was held starting at sundown on October 31st and lasted until sundown on November 1st. It was similar to the modern practice of the New Years celebration. On this magical night, glowing jack-o-lanterns, carved from turnips or gourds, were set on porches and in windows to welcome deceased loved ones, but also to act as protection against malevolent spirits. Burning lumps of coal were used inside as a

source of light, later to be replaced by candles. Samhain was not the name of a "Lord of the Dead", no historical evidence has ever been found to back this up, it was simply the name of the festival and meant "Summer's End". It was believed that the souls of the dead were closest to this world and was the best time to contact them to say good bye or ask for assistance. It was also a celebration of the harvest. It is still treated as such today by those who practice Wicca or other nature based religions. It has absolutely nothing to do with Satan, who was a creation of the Christian church. When European settlers, particularly the Irish, arrived in America they found the native pumpkin to be larger, easier to carve and seemed the perfect choice for jack-o-lanterns. Halloween didn't really catch on big in this country until the late 1800's and has been celebrated in many ways ever since!

Halloween carved out in history Benjamin Radford, livescience.com Halloween is the season for little ghosts and goblins to take to the streets, asking for candy and scaring one another silly. Spooky stories are told around fires, scary movies appear in theaters and pumpkins are expertly (and not-so-expertly) carved into jacko'-lanterns. Amid all the commercialism, haunted houses and bogus warnings about razors in apples, the origins of Halloween are often overlooked. Yet Halloween is much more than just costumes and candy; in fact, the holiday has a rich and interesting history. Halloween, also known as All Hallows' Eve, can be traced back about 2,000 years to a pre-Christian Celtic festival held around Nov. 1 called Samhain (pronounced "sahwin"), which means "summer's end" in Gaelic, according to the IndoEuropean Etymological Dictionaries. Because ancient records are sparse and fragmentary, the exact nature of Samhain is not fully understood, but it was an annual communal meeting at the end of the harvest year, a time to gather resources for the winter months and bring animals back from the pastures Though a direct connection

between Halloween and Samhain has never been proven, many scholars believe that because All Saints' Day (or All Hallows' Mass, celebrated Nov. 1) and Samhain, are so close together on the calendar, they influenced each other and later combined into the celebration now called Halloween. Trick-or-treating didn't start in the United States until World War II, but American kids were known to go out on Thanksgiving and ask for food - a practice known as Thanksgiving begging. These days, the "trick" part of the phrase "trick or treat" is mostly an empty threat, but pranks have long been a part of the holiday. By the late 1800s, the tradition of playing tricks on Halloween was well established. In the United States and Canada, the pranks included tipping over outhouses, opening farmers' gates and egging houses. But by the 1920s and '30s, the celebrations more closely resembled an unruly block party, and the acts of vandalism got more serious. Some people believe that because pranking was starting to get dangerous and out of hand, parents and town leaders began to encourage dressing up and trick-or-treating as a safe alternative to doing pranks.

However, Halloween was as much a time for festivities and games as it was for playing tricks or asking for treats. Apples are associated with Halloween, both as a treat and in the game of bobbing for apples, a game that since the colonial era in America was used for fortune-telling. Apples were also part of another form of marriage prophecy. According to legend, on Halloween (sometimes at the stroke of midnight), young women would peel an apple into one continuous strip and throw it over her shoulder. The apple skin would supposedly land in the shape of the first letter of her future husband's name. Another Halloween ritual involved looking in a mirror at midnight by candlelight, for a future husband's face was said to appear. (A scary variation of this later became the "Bloody Mary" ritual familiar to many schoolgirls.) Like many such childhood games, it was likely done in fun, though at least some people took it seriously. Some evangelical Christians have expressed concern that Halloween is somehow satanic because of its roots in pagan ritual. However, ancient Celts did not worship anything resembling the Christian devil and had no concept

of it. In fact, the Samhain festival had long since vanished by the time the Catholic Church began persecuting witches in its search for satanic cabals. And, of course, black cats do not need to have any association with witchcraft to be considered evil - simply crossing their path is considered bad luck any time of year. By the middle of the twentieth century Halloween had become largely a children's holiday." Since that time, the holiday's popularity increased dramatically as adults, communities and institutions (such as schools, campuses and commercial haunted houses) have embraced the event. Through the ages, various supernatural entities - including fairies and witches - came to be associated with Halloween, and more than a century ago in Ireland, the event was said to be a time when spirits of the dead could return to their old haunting grounds. Dressing up as ghosts or witches became fashionable, though as the holiday became more widespread and more commercialized (and with the arrival of mass-manufactured costumes), the selection of disguises for kids and adults greatly expanded beyond monsters to include everything from superheroes to princesses to politicians.

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Fall Festival Schedule Friday October 23

8 p.m. Have a ghoul evening!

3 p.m. The Third Annual Kernville Fall Festival opens!

Saturday October 24

Haunted Maze

8 a.m. Fall Festival comes to life: ghoul morning!

10:45 a.m. Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest

Petting Zoo The Pumpkin Patch Farmers Markets In Circle Park.

Amazing Bounce, & KRV Gun Club Quick Draw Shooting & Food Court

The Information Booth

Kid's division (ages 1 - 12) at the Gazebo Main Stage.

Farmers Markets

3:15 p.m. The Haunted Maze Opens at the Kernville Lodge (formerly known as the Oddfellows Hall).

(limit 10) at the Gazebo Main Stage.

Petting Zoo

Wagon Rides

Opens across the street from the Rodeo Grounds.

Opens at the Kernville Lodge.

opens next to the Gazebo Main Stage.

All open in Riverside Park.

The Haunted Encampment

pumpkins for judging on Sunday.

11:30 a.m. Costume Contest

The Pumpkin Patch

also begin at 3 p.m. and will be running all three days with pick-up and drop-off locations at Big Blue Bear, Riverside One Stop, the north end of Riverside Park and at the Encampment/Rodeo Grounds for $1 per ride or $5 for all day.

Also at the Gazebo Main Stage, place your pre-carved

In Circle Park.

9 a.m. Amazing Bounce, & KRV Gun Club Quick Draw Shooting & Food Court All open in Riverside Park.

The Haunted Encampment opens across the street from the Rodeo Grounds.

The horse-drawn Wagon Rides begin $1 per ride or $5 for all day.

12 p.m. Costume Contest Teen division (ages 13 - 17) at the Gazebo Main Stage.

12:30 p.m. Costume Contest Adult division (ages 18 and up) at the Gazebo Main Stage.

1 p.m. Apple Eating Contest and White Lightning At the Gazebo Main Stage.

1: 30 p.m. Panty Challenge Contest

The Photo Scavenger Hunt

At the Gazebo Main Stage.

Begins. Get your list at the Information Booth.

Opens at the Rodeo Grounds.

Performs at the Gazebo Main Stage.

10 a.m. Coins in a Stack

The Haunted Encampment

At the Gazebo Main Stage. Kids can find as many coins as they can in the hay stack and win up to $25.

2 p.m. Lawn Mower Races

6 p.m. Local band White Lightning

closes.

Beer Garden

At the Rodeo Grounds. There is more fun to be had! See page 6

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Fall Festival Schedule Continued from page 3

4 p.m. Photo Scavenger Hunt Turn-in time at the Information Booth.

5 p.m. Lawn Mower Races End.

Farmers Markets In Circle Park.

9 a.m. Amazing Bounce, & KRV Gun Club Quick Draw Shooting & Food Court All open in Riverside Park.

Haunted Encampment Closes

Photo Scavenger Hunt Judging and awards at the Gazebo Main Stage.

5:30 p.m. Wagon Rides End.

6 p.m. White Lightning Plays at the Gazebo.

9 p.m. Say ghoul night to the Fall Festival!

Sunday October 25 8 a.m. Fall Festival comes to life: ghoul morning! The Information Booth Opens next to the Gazebo Main Stage.

Petting Zoo The Pumpkin Patch

The Haunted Encampment

1 p.m. Three-Legged Race Contest At the Gazebo Main Stage.

1:30 p.m. Pumpkin Carving Awards At the Gazebo Main Stage.

Beer Garden Opens at the Rodeo Grounds.

Opens across the street from the Rodeo Grounds.

2 p.m. Pumpkin Passing Contest

Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides

Lawn Mower Races

Begin for $1 per ride or $5 for all day.

The Haunted Maze Opens at the Kernville Lodge.

10 a.m. There is still time to place your pre-carved

pumpkins for judging At the Gazebo. The deadline is Noon.

At the Gazebo Main Stage.

Begin at the Rodeo Grounds.

4:30 p.m. Beer Garden Closes.

5 p.m. Lawn Mower Races End.

Haunted Encampment Closes.

10:30 a.m. Mr. Scarecrow Contest Judging at the Gazebo Main Stage.

11 a.m. Little Miss Corn Stalk Contest Judging at the Gazebo Main Stage.

12 p.m. Deadline for your

pre-carved pumpkin for the Pumpkin Carving Contest. Place it at the Gazebo Main Stage.

Kernville Fall Festival Event sponsors Gazebo Main Stage Kern River Radio. Beer Garden Alta One Federal Credit Union Haunted Maze Kernville Lodge Haunted Encampment Lonestar Productions Pumpkin Carving Contest Kern River Courier

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Fun things to do with friends in the Fall

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1. Make Drinks Who can't wait to do is to curl up with a hot drink? You've also gotta love the seasonal drinks like pumpkin spiced lattes, apple cider, and hot cocoa! Instead of hitting a bar on the weekend, invite your friends over for spiked hot drinks, board games and girl or guy talk!

2. Play in Leaves To many people playing in a pile of fall leaves is the epitome of fall fun! Who cares if you haven't played in leaves since you were 8! Grab your sweetheart, your friends, dog, kids or go by yourself and rake some leaves just to play in them and make a mess! If you don't have any leaves in your yard, look for a park with lots of trees and fallen leaves!

3. Take Pictures One of the best inexpensive yet fun activities for fall is to take pictures of the changing seasons and update your social media profile pictures with fall themed pictures. Wherever you live, you can find signs of the changing season and capturing it on film will be a great way to remember all the fun fall memories!

4. Pick Pumpkins Things to do in fall include visiting a pumpkin patch and picking out a pumpkin to carve! You don't have to be a master artist to carve a pumpkin, it's easy, fun and you get to show off your artwork to others by displaying it in front of your house. Challenge your family members or friends to a pumpkin carving contest to get everyone in the fall spirit!

5. Make Dessert Making a seasonal dessert like pumpkin or cranberry pie is a fun fall activity that everyone will appreciate! Break out your baking skills and whip up an autumn harvest pie and surprise someone or have people over to share your yummy dessert!

6. Go to a Fair Fairs are part of the fall fun so it's a great place to enjoy food you can only get at a fair like deep fried butter, challenge friends to games and look at all the exhibits! Enjoy a candy apple, get on the Tilt-A-Whirl, win a life-sized SpongeBob and take silly pictures in the photo booth.

7. Clean Your Closet Cleaning out your closet isn't necessarily a fun fall activity but sorting through your things and donating items should make you feel good to help out others! If you could use some extra money, consider having a yard sale, taking some of your gently used items to a consignment store or a shop that buys gently used items to get some extra cash.

8. Paint Your Nails Part of the lady's activities for fall has to include changing your fingernails and toenails to fall colors! Have friends or family over and give each other pedicures in autumn colors and if you're feeling ambitious, do some fall themed nail art!

9. Fall Furnishings One of the things to do in fall has to include getting some fall embellishments for your home! Head to a discount home goods store or even the dollar store and get some fall themed items to make your home look and feel more cozy and warm.

10. Plan a Vacation For some, the fall seasons can be dreary and dismal so to help you get in the spirit of fall fun and plan your next vacation! Look up places that you've always wanted to visit and research the cost and see if you can work it into your monthly budget and make it a goal.

11. Make S'mores There's nothing like fall food to get you in the mood for the change of seasons so make some s'mores and add it to your list of things to do in fall! The ingredients for s'mores are relatively inexpensive so you can make a bunch when you have a big gathering!

12. Update Your Makeup Just like you ladies changed your nail colors as part of the fall fun, update your makeup to reflect the new season! Swap summer's pastels and bright colors for rich, warm colors like chocolate brown, cinnamon and forest greens. You'll probably want to change your foundation and blush too if your skin gets lighter in the fall.

13. Light a Candle Indulge your senses in some seasonal scents as another one of the things to do in fall. Get some candles that get you in the mood for shorter days, warm drinks, bonfires and windy weather. Don't feel like you have to get expensive candles either, discount stores usually have a big collection of candles that smell amazing and won't break the bank!

14. Make a List You read that right; this list of things to do in the fall is suggesting you to make a list! Make a list of things your thankful for and take time to reflect on the year and the things you're most thankful for. Don't think you have to wait until fall to think about what the things you're thankful for. Get in the habit of doing it often!\

15. Make Soup Learn to make a signature soup or stew as one of fun fall activities to do this year. There's nothing like homemade comfort food that fills your house with delicious fragrance. Experiment with different recipes until you come up with your very own signature fall soup or stew.

16. Have a Harvest Party Host a Halloween or Fall Harvest Party as a fun fall activity! Plan a menu or make it a potluck to get a mix of different foods and dress up in costume. If you're not into costumes just have people over for tasty food and fall cocktails and enjoy the good company!

17. Take a Ride One of the must-do fun fall activities to do is to take a hayride. You'll feel like a kid again riding in a wagon and enjoying seeing the signs of fall all around you. If you're the adventurous type who enjoys a good scare, make sure you stop at a haunted house with some friends for a night of laughs and screams! There are so many enjoyable and festive things to do in fall and I hope this list gave you some ideas of things to look forward to doing! If you're not a fan of fall, this is a great way to get excited about doing things with your friends and get through the season! What's your favorite thing to do in fall?

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Why Does Fall/Autumn Have Two Names? Natalie Wolchover, livescience.com Ambivalence over the name of the third season of the year reflects its status as a relatively new concept. As natural as it seems today, people haven't always thought of the year in terms of four seasons. Fifteen hundred years ago, the AngloSaxons marked the passage of time with just one season: winter, a concept considered equivalent to hardship or adversity that metaphorically represented the year in its entirety. For example, in the Old English epic poem "Beowulf," the title character rescues a kingdom that had been terrorized by a monster for "12 winters." "Winter" probably derives from a root word meaning "wet" that traces back more than 5,000 years. Summer is also a time-honored concept, though perhaps never quite as weighty a one as winter and this is evidenced by greater ambivalence over its name. In Old English, the word "gear" connoted the warmer part of the year. This word gave way to the Germanic "sumer," which is related to the word for "half." Eventually, speakers of Middle English (the language used from the 11th to 15th centuries) conceived of the year in terms of halves: "sumer," the warm half, and "winter," the cold half. This two-season frame of reference dominated Western thinking as late as the 18th century. In the West, the transitional seasons, being more trivial, were "not fully lexicalized in the language" until much later, Anderson wrote. Lexicalization is the realization of an idea in a single word. In 12th- and 13th-century Middle English, spring was called "lent" or "lenten" (but this also meant the religious

observance), and fall, when it was considered a season at all, was called "haerfest" (which also meant the act of taking in crops). In the 14th and 15th centuries, "lenten" gave way to a panoply of terms, including "spring," "spryngyng tyme," "ver" (Latin for "green"), "primetemps" (French for "new time"), as well as more complicated descriptive phrases. By the 17th century, "spring" had won out. In terms of seasons, the period spanning the transition from summer to winter had the weakest credentials of all, and so it got lexicalized last. "Autumn," a Latin word, first appears in English in the late 14th century, and gradually gained on "harvest." In the 17th century, "fall" came into use, almost certainly as a poetic complement to "spring," and it competed with the other terms. Finally, in the 18th century, "harvest" had lost its seasonal meaning altogether, and "fall" and "autumn" emerged as the two accepted names for the third season. But by the 19th century, "fall" had become an "Americanism": a word primarily used in the United States and one that was frowned upon by British lexicographers. The persistence of two terms for the third season in the United States, while somewhat of a mystery, may have something to do with the spread of English to the American continent at the very epoch when "fall" began jockeying for position with "autumn": the 17th century. At that time, both terms were adopted stateside, and the younger, more poetic "fall" gained the upper hand. Back in Britain, however, "autumn" won out. The continued acceptance of "autumn" in the United States may reflect the influence, or at least the proximity, of English culture and literature.

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