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What shape pumpkin do you go for?
Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier
80% short and fat 20% tall and skinny
Valley history and ghost stories are sure educate and excite Halloween visitors
What kind of face do you want your design to have?
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36% silly 36% scary 28% friendly
If you have ever wanted to be part of a paranormal investigation or simply want to learn the fascinating history of the Kern River Valley you will love
How do you approach your design? 52% freestyle 34% sketch 14% stencil
these unique Mystery Lantern Tours. Attendees are welcome to bring cameras and their own ghost hunting gear and join in or they can just observe and enjoy the unique presentation and live investigation. What historic figure had his grave dug up after his passing and why? What event, witnessed by dozens of individuals during a night tour caused
Silver City to be listed as one of the top 15 most haunted sites in the U.S.A.? What is a little girl's apparition doing in the jail? These and many other questions will be addressed during the live investigation and guided tour. On Saturday October 28, well known paranor-
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How long do you leave your pumpkin on display till it gets tossed?
The Kernville Fall Festival features live music, farmer's market, a petting farm, old west gunfighters, bounce
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■ 10:30 a.m.: Cake walk. ■ 11 a.m.: Sack races, registration for the Trick or Trot race/packet pickup. ■ 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Lawnmower races $3 per person. $10 for a family of 5. At the
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weather Friday high 84° Sunny and warm Friday low 53° Clear Saturday high 86° Sunny and warm Saturday low 51° Clear Sunday high 85° Sunny and warm Sunday low 49° Clear Accuweather.com
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Learn about the Reformation from Pastor Schlensker.
The Lion Fire remains at 19,215 acres, and is 85 percent contained. The fire continues to hold along containment lines with very few hot spots interior. Hot spots have been discovered in Leggett Creek near Forest Trail 33E01. Firefighters will be dropping water from a helicopter into those areas, with crews on the ground to help extinguish them. Additional hot spots near Burnt Corral are located well within the interior, however backcountry travelers should be aware of these and expect smoke in those areas. The Forest Closure was terminated on Monday October 23rd, all trails have been reopened for backcountry travel in the Golden Trout Wilderness. Please call the Western Divide Ranger District 559-
Keepers event glass runneth over
423 guests and 120 vendors lifted a glass to the first ever Rockin River Beer & Music Festival Saturday. Event goers were rewarded with a day of perfect weather in the Rivernook Campground meadow for what is planned to be an annual Beerfest event. The event featured beer from 23 brewers from around the state, four food vendors and 12 other vendors. Admission included a
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Lanterns will light the way both Saturday and on Halloween at the Silver City Ghost Town in Bodfish this weekend. The the night time tours lead by J. Corlew the ghost town’s owner and others, are from 8 to 10:15 p.m. with admission.
If you're pretty particular about your jack-o- lanterns. Rachael Ray's magazine readers were polled last year about their Halloween plans.
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Published Fridays Spotlighting the best of the Kern River Valley Publisher Michael Batelaan Editors, Writers Melody Batelaan
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■ KVHS Homecoming steak fry October 27 Partake in the annual Kern Valley FFA homecoming steak fry from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Kern Valley High stadium. A full steak dinner adults $15, children 12 and under $10. ■ Kern Valley High School Broncs October 27 Broncs football plays Rosamond at homecoming.
■ Gun Association open house October 28 and 29 The Kern River Valley Gun Association is hosting an open house at the gun range on Cyrus Canyon Rd. on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a swap meet, camping, and gun clinics. Hotdogs, chips and drinks available. Contact Hank Blackler at 760-549-9484. ■ Annual Kernville Fall Festival October 28 and 29 Follow the signs to Riverside Park and enjoy bounce houses, a farmer's market, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, a murder mystery tour, and an escape room. Lawn mower races on Saturday at the rodeo grounds. Contests, live music and a movie in Circle Park.
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Regular activities Fridays
■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 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. ■ 11 a.m. Canasta Pizza Factory. 714-906-7755.
Saturdays
■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ Noon (3rd Sat.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, 2807 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-223-5224 ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. Karaoke @7 p.m. Fraternal Order of Eagles, open to public, 12251 Hwy 178 Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.
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■ 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. ■ 2 p.m. Sex Addicts Anonymous (Mens). KV Alano Club 4030 Perdue Ave. Lake Isabella. 760-514-6883.
Mondays
■ 11 a.m. Canasta Burger King. 714-906-7755. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-583. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., NAMI Connection Support Group, Kern Valley Hospital, Mt Mesa. 760-379-4793 or 760223-2674. ■ 5:30 - 7 p.m., (every other week) Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group, Call 760-3792264 or 760-417-1324. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Membership), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Community 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
■ 9 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Friends of the Library, 3109 Cook Peak Rd, Mt. Mesa. 760-812-7191. ■ 9:30 - 11 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Wallace School Multipurpose room, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 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. - noon; 1p.m.- 3 p.m. Kern County ■ 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. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Senior Center Lake Isabella. 714-906-7755. ■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 4:50 p.m. (2nd & 4th Tue.), Erskine Fire Support Group Faith Community Church 20 W. Panorama Dr. Wofford Heights. 760-205-9009. ■ 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.
■ Drug Take Back Day October 28 Get all those unused drugs out of the house with a no-questions-asked drop off at the Kern Valley Sheriff Substation 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
■ Packing party October 28 Join Operation Christmas Child KRV Community Packing Parties in front of Campfire Market and Dollar General in Wofford Heights; Barnes Bargains, Family Dollar, and Rite Aid in Lake Isabella; Sierra Gateway Market in South Lake. For information call Irene Martinson at 760-417-2279. ■ Library Trunk or Treat October 28 The Lake Isabella Library will host their third annual Trunk or Treat from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Library parking lot. Candy from decorated cars, safe for the little ones. 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. Call 760-549-2083. ■ Harvest Hoedown October 28 The Weldon United Methodist Church presents their Harvest Hoedown from 4 to 7 p.m. at 20021 Hwy 178. There will be a Trunk or Treat, hay rides, food, bounce house, games, and more. Call 760-378-2321 for information.
■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.
Wednesdays
■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Nuui Cuni Cultural Center Craft Day, French Gulch Recreation Area. 760-549-0800. ■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762. ■ 9:30 -11:30a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Hall Lake Isabella. 760-379-5986 or 661-867-2579. ■ 10:00 a.m., T.A.P. Thought and Perception or, Tank Park, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3304. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders Post 711 Moose Lodge 6732 lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion and Auxiliary Post 711Veterans/Senior Hall Lake Isabella. Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella. ■ 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. 760-379-7312 or 760-378-0041.
Thursdays
■ 9 a.m. - noon First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 661-868-7300. ■ 8:30 and 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 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 ■ 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 - 3 p.m., Artists Workshop, Senior Center, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. $9 per yr 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thur.), 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. ■ 6:30 p.m. (1st Thurs.) Kern River Rockhound Club. Nuui Cunni Cultural Center, Hwy 155 at French Gulch, Wofford Heights. 760-812-1120. ■ 7 p.m. (4th Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Kern Valley Chorus, 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.
■ Mystery lantern tour and ghost hunt October 28 J. Paul Corlew will lead the tour. The tour is from 8 p.m. to 10:30. Cash only the night of the event or pay by credit card by calling 760-379-5146 ahead of the event. The Ghost Town is located at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd. Bodfish. ■ Trick or Trot October 29 The second annual Trick or Trot 5K or 10K and a 1K fun run. Dress in your favorite costume or best racing gear. A fast course and fun environment, and part of the Kernville Fall Festival. Race starts at 8 a.m. in Riverside Park, Kernville. Proceeds benefit The Leader in Me program. For more information call 760-354-9010. ■ Bus trip to Laughlin October 30 to November 1 Overnight bus trip to the Riverside Hotel and Casino, one person $160, two persons $270 includes two breakfasts and one dinner each. Money to reserve due October 13. Call Kitty Leu at 760-379-7923 or Carrie Prough at 949-466-9626. ■ Mystery lantern tour and ghost hunt October 31 J. Paul Corlew will lead this Halloween tour. The tour is from 8 p.m. to 10:30. Cash only the night of the event or pay by credit card by calling 760-379-5146 ahead of the event. The Ghost Town is located at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd. Bodfish. This is the last guided tour this season. ■ Prayer Breakfast November 2 The community is invited to join 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 them in prayer. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. Then join in at Tank Park for Prayer in the Park from noon to 1 p.m. For more information call Bill Blanton at 760-891-6942. ■ Southfork School Fall Festival November 3 Southfork's annual Fall Festival will take place from 4 to 7 p.m. at their campus at 5225 Kelso Valley Road, Weldon. For more information call 760-378-1300. ■ Kern Valley High School Broncs November 3 Broncs football plays Cal City at home. ■ Packing party November 4 Join Operation Christmas Child KRV Community Packing Parties in front of Campfire Market and Dollar General in Wofford Heights; Barnes Bargains, Family Dollar, and Rite Aid in Lake Isabella; Sierra Gateway Market in South Lake. For information call Irene Martinson at 760-417-2279. ■ KRV Veterans Stand Down November 4 Kern Valley American Legion Post 711 Auxiliary will hold the second annual Stand Down from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kern Valley Veteran/Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. Services offered will include VA benefits information, health services and screenings, employment services, counseling and substance abuse assistance. Items available will include food and refreshments, personal care items, blankets. For information, call Samantha Kessler at 760-985-9547. Please bring Military ID or DD214 if available. This event is co-sponsored by the Kern River Valley Woman's Club. ■ Fluid Sculpture Art November 4 This month's show in the Kern Valley Museum at 49 Big Blue Road, Kernville, is Fluid Sculpture Art by Martin Varga. The opening reception will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. including beer tasting by Lone Oak Brewing and poetry reading by Dave Beard.
All events are subject to change. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received by 12 noon. on Tuesday for Friday’s issue. Calendar listing may be edited for space available. Business advertising will not be accepted. Submit your information direct to office@kernrivercourier.com
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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, October 28
Got Drugs? Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue, leading to accidental poisoning, overdose and abuse. The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, October 28, aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse and medications. Pharmaceutical drugs can be just as dangerous as street drugs when taken without a prescription or a doctor's supervision. The non-medical use of prescription drugs ranks second only to marijuana as the most common form of drug abuse in America. The majority of teenagers abusing prescription drugs get them from family and friends-and the home medicine cabinet. Unused prescription drugs thrown in the trash can be retrieved and abused or illegally sold. Unused drugs that are flushed contaminate the water supply. Proper disposal of unused drugs saves lives and protects the environment. Drugs can be droped at the Sheriffs Substation 7046 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake isabella from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information on prescription drug abuse, go to dea.gov, getsmartaboutdrugs.com or justthinktwice.com.
Those of you who have read my column know that for several years I lived with my Grandparents, Nonna and Dodda, and my brother Middleworth lived with my mother and her mother Gramma Mallory. After my grandfather died I went to live with them. Apart, my brother and I were quiet and reasonably normal but together we had a catalyst that changed us into little rascals. This is a story of one of the episodes when we first came to live with each other. World War II was winding down and my stepfather was being mustered out of the Navy during the next year. It was decided that we all come out and live in Norfolk, Virginia and return to Pico, California upon his discharge (about 10 months). Mom bought a home built trailer that was to hold many of our needed possessions. My brother and I went with mom and a girlfriend of her's named Roselle who would share the driving across the United States on Route 66. The trip was reasonable uneventful except for one experience. We were zipping along at 40 miles per hour on Rt. 66 which then was a bumpy, narrow highway that crossed the U.S. After one particular bad bump the trailer hitch broke and we were stranded 15 miles from Lordsburg, New Mexico. Mom got out of the car, assessed the damage and told us she was going to hitch-hike
back to Lordsburg and get some help. Roselle was the in house babysitter and told mom not to worry she'd take care of us kids. Mom got a ride and immediately Roselle took a nap and remained that way till mom returned with help. In the meantime two active boys were free to do anything they thought they could get away with. Two or three hours into the wait, we boys crawled under the barbed wire fence next to the highway and looked around to see what we could see. Lo and behold there behind a bush, about 50 feet from the highway was the bleached bones of a coyote. We thought, wouldn't it be neat to take the skull and use it over the door of our clubhouse in Pico, Ca. So we disconnected the head, wrapped it in an old shirt which we hid behind the back seat. Mom arrived with help to repair the damage and shortly we were able to continue on. About 40 or 50 miles down the highway mom said, "What's that awful smell? Did one of you boys step in something?" we said no and mom said, "We've have to stop and see where it's coming from." So we did. It was confession time and we told mom and Roselle about our coyote skull which wasn't as bleached as we thought. Needless to say, mom made us take the skull and get it out of the car! For years after my brother and I wondered what people thought as they saw a grinning skull by the side of the road watching cars go by. Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired securitymanager for Pacific Bell.
Announcements
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Flu shot clinic relocated Kern Valley residents can take advantage of the following opportunity to receive a flu shot at the Lake Isabella Senior Center on Wednesday, November 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Kern County Public Health Services Department encourages residents to get their flu vaccine annually. The flu vaccine is the first and best way to protect against the flu. The flu can be a serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Anyone can get sick from the flu and certain people are at greater risk for serious complications from the flu. These high-risk people include: young children, pregnant women, adults 65 years and older, and anyone with chronic health conditions such as asthma or diabetes. "Flu season is upon us and we invite residents to take advantage of these low-cost options to protect themselves and their loved ones from the flu" says Matt Constantine, Director of Kern County Public Health Services Department. For more information call 661-321-3000 or visit kernpublichealth.com.
Unleash Your Story library contest
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Teen Read Week was October 8 through 14 and the Kern County Library began a contest for teens called, "Unleash Your Story @ Your Library". Categories are grades 6 through 8 and grades 9 through 12. Using the theme "Unleash Your Story" teens are invited to design a bookmark for the Library. Use pencils, markers, crayons, paints or charcoal to create an original, hand-drawn design. No computer illustrations, please. An entry form is available at the library, which has the dimensions of the piece. Winners receive a prize and have their design reproduced on bookmarks throughout the library system and sent to local schools. All designs become property of the Kern County Library and cannot be returned. Limit one entry per person. Entrants must live within Kern County or be a library card holder. Return the entry form to any Kern County Library by November 11. Winners will be notified by early December.
Kern River Valley's 2ndVeterans Stand Down
Manuel Wouthuysen piano recital
Saturday November 4, 2017 10am to 3pm
Manuel Wouthuysen, a 26-year old pianist who is a graduate from the Utrecht Music Conservatory in Nederland (Holland), will be visiting his great aunt in the Kern River Valley. Manuel has agreed to play for us at the Methodist Church in Kernville on October 28 at 7 p.m. The admission fee will be $10 payable at the door. Wouthuysen loves to play all kinds of music, but both classical music and jazz are his favorites. He took master classes in Tokyo, Japan and then performed piano recitals, thereby building collaboration between Japanese musicians and the Utrecht conservatory. His jazz trio also played for the Dutch king, William Alexander, with the opening of Akoesticum, a music and dance venue in the town of Ede in Nederland.
Fluid sculpture art show This month's show in the Kern Valley Museum at 49 Big Blue Road, Kernville, is Fluid Sculpture Art by Martin Varga. Varga uses fluids which have liquid or gaseous See
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760-379-4422 Lic.# 944370
Kern Valley Veteran's/Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella
Services:
Items available:
• VA benefits and information • Health services and screenings • Employment services • Counseling and substance abuse services
• Food and refreshments • Personal care items • Blankets
And More! If your business or organization would like to assist with offering services to local KRV veterans or would like more information, please call President Samantha Stockton 760-985-9547 Please bring Military ID or DD214 if available This event is co-sponsored by the Kern River Valley Woman’s Club
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Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Molech in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. In Revelation 12, when Satan was banned from heaven, he took what part of all the angels with him? Fourth, Third, Half, Tenth 3. How many times is the word "Bible" mentioned in the scripture of the Bible (KJV)? Zero, 3, 49, Over 1,000 4. In 1 Samuel 16:15, God allowed an evil spirit to trouble whom? Abaddon, Daniel, Saul, Sapphira 5. According to Jesus, what was Satan from the beginning? Deceiver, Evil, Thief, Murderer 6. Who was the first son of Moses and Zipporah? Haggai, Gershom, Mark, Zebudah 1) Neither; 2) Third; 3) Zero; 4) Saul; 5) Murderer; 6) Gershom
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Reformation Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist On 31 October we Christians - especially we Lutherans celebrate not so much Halloween, but Reformation Day. And this is a special year because it's Schlensker the 500th anniversary of Martin Luther's nailing of his 95 theses, or statements, to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany. These assertions expressed Luther's concerns in many areas where the church's doctrine and methods of operation were inconsistent with what the Scriptures teach. It was his contention that the church needed to be drastically changed in several ways, that it's teachings be corrected, that its practices be adjusted, that it's errors be re-formed so that they all be in agreement with what the Bible teaches. Hence the Reformation. It wasn't just Luther who wanted to reform the church; there were others who expressed their concerns and suggested corrective measures. And their positions and ideas have given rise to other Christian denominations. It was Luther, though, who was the primary instigator of the reformation and was recognized as an outstanding scholar, theologian, pastor, teacher and communicator. That's why so many other Christians are also celebrating this anniversary of the Reformation. As a result of his contribution to the Reformation movement, it is reported that there have been more books and
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■ Kernville First Baptist Church 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 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 66 Big Blue Road (Alta One), Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2636 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m ■ 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. ■ Canyon Hills Kern River Valley 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. & Wed. 7 p.m. 760-376-6402 ■ Faith Community North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416
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publications written by or about Martin Luther than about any other... except for Jesus Christ. In his letter to the Galatians, the apostle Paul explained, that "when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son" (Galatians 4:4). It has been recognized that the "fullness of time" likely refers to social, cultural and political factors in existence at the time Jesus came to the earth: the relative peacefulness brought by the Romans and the universal language provided by the Greeks. In Luther's day another "fullness of time" came about in the form of Gutenberg's invention of the printing press. Luther's many writings could be duplicated and distributed all. The most profound concept that Luther desired to spread was what Paul wrote to the Christians at Ephesus: "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast." It was not by lighting candles, making pilgrimages, saying rosaries, or buying indulgences that a person gets right with God or acquires forgiveness of sins, but through faith in Jesus, through believing that it was His blood shed on Calvary's cross that paid the eternally damning penalty price for the sins of the world, that anybody can be made right with God. Luther's main Reformation focus was the grace of God shown to us in His Son, Jesus, the Christ. Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Lake Isabella.
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A reason not to fear though once you have one problem resolved, three more take its place. As Job 5:7 says, "People are born for trouPeople are born for trouble as readily ble as readily as sparks fly up from a fire" (nlt). From the moment we come as sparks fly up from a fire. - (Job 5:7) into this life, there are all kinds of trouIn the months following September bles. While there are 11, 2001, as many reasons to be trouas 400,000 New bled, there is a Yorkers suffered While there are reasons to be greater reason not from post-traumatto be: We know ic stress disorder or troubled, there is a greater reason Jesus. He said to depression. Drug not to be: We know Jesus. His disciples, "Trust use, both legal and - Laurie in God, and trust illegal, and alcohol also in me" (John use went up dramatically after that horrific day. It's be- 14:1 nlt). In other words, "I haven't cause people were afraid. And they had brought you this far to abandon you now. I know what I'm doing. Believe." good reason to be. There are times in our lives when John 14 tells us of a time when the disciples were afraid. Jesus had things happen that we just don't underdropped a bombshell on them. He said stand. When I don't understand somesomething that turned their world, as thing about God, I try to always fall back on what I do understand: I do they knew it, upside down. Then He went on to share some understand that God loves me. I do words to bring calm to their troubled understand that He is looking out for hearts: "Don't let your hearts be trou- me with my best interests in mind. And bled. Trust in God, and trust also in me" I do understand that no matter what (John 14:1 nlt). He didn't say, "Mull over happens, He will get me through. your problems." Rather, He said, "Don't be troubled." Copyright © 2017 by Harvest Ministries. All Life is filled with trouble. It seems as rights reserved.
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■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ 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 ■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school 10:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Garden Community Fellowship 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 5 p.m. 760-223-5293
■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3810 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.,Tue. Ladies study 10 a.m., Wed. mid-week 5 p.m. 760-379-0004 ■ 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 ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. ■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ 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 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 9:00 a.m. 760-378-2321 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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Great time to get a mortgage! buyer here in the KRV and correspondingly, a great time to sell because demand is increasing! The national economy is slowly recoverWell it's finally ing, the state unemployment rate is happening, the perfinally starting to go down and the fect storm as we real economies of the big metro areas are estate agents call it. improving. Eventually that good This is a time when news comes up the canyon to our litinterest rates are at tle town and it is starting to happen. or near historic lows Freeman Banks are easing loan qualification AND the market guidelines, rates are awesome on prices are competimortgages right now, and there is tive. In many parts of the state that is plenty to choose from here locally. not the case; the big cities are already Why pay rent when you can own seeing housing shortages and prices a home for the zooming up. same or even It's all about less each month supply and This really is a great time to be a in payment! We demand in real buyer here in the KRV and correhave a varied estate, the more spondingly, a great time to sell market here in supply, the less because demand is increasing! the Kern River demand, and vice Valley and many versa. Low mort- Freeman wonderful areas gage interest to live that are very affordable. Best rates and simple, common sense lendof all even our most expensive neighing guidelines set by the government borhoods can be had for under and the big banks help this happen. $500K. Trust me, in most parts of Here is the best part though for us California you can't touch a house in locally: not only are interest rates very an expensive neighborhood for that, low right now, but prices here in the not even close. Here in the KRV you Kern River Valley are absolutely great! can buy a house on the Kern River We have some of the lowest priced for that much sometimes! This little housing in the entire State of valley is a great place to live and best California! Depending on the town of all affordable! and area, you can get a nice home up If you are thinking about jumping here, not something beat up, for just in the local market as a buyer or sellover $100K. We even have many on er now is the time because, this marthe market for less than that; many ket is starting to move! with garages and in great condition and close to shopping, schools, the Matt Freeman is a realtor with highway and best of all the Lake and Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 the Kern River. or 760-223-0880. His column is not intendThis really is a great time to be a ed to replace legal advice. Matt Freeman Courier Columnist
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Announcements, Continued from page 3 particles that easily yield and reshape when acted upon by force to create unique textures and shapes. A number of his images are created from a specialized form of fluid artwork through the use of colliding water drops and colored lights to create an artistic rendering of water sculpture images. His goal is that he final images will reveal to the observer an aspect of his art that has never been seen before. Varga was born in the Kern Valley and graduated from Kern Valley High School. The opening reception will be held Saturday November 4 from 4 to 6 p.m. and will include beer tasting from Lone Oak Brewing and poetry reading by Dave Beard.
2017 Congressional App Challenge Congressman Kevin McCarthy is participating in the 2017 Congressional App Challenge for students that reside or attend school in California's 23rd Congressional District. Congressman McCarthy made the following statement: Congressman McCarthy joins over 200 House Members in offering a district wide competition for his constituents to explore the field of STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math). All students who have not yet graduated from high school are invited to participate in the challenge either individually or in a team of up to four students. Students or teams will compete for congressional recognition and the opportunity to have their app displayed in the United States Capitol. The deadline to submit applications is November 1. Participating students can find more information and register at: congressionalappchallenge.us/2017-student-signup/.
Homemaker assistance for seniors Valley Caregiver Resource Center is a non-profit agency that receives funding from Kern County Aging and Adult Services to provide a Homemaker Program to Seniors in the Kern River Valley area. Lower income seniors aged 60 or older who need assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, ambulating, or eating are eligible for the program. The Homemaker Program contracts with providers who can assist with tasks such as bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, and shopping. Seniors living on their own or with family members should contact Chris Barrett at 661-821-1626 or 1-800-541-8614 to find out if they qualify.
Gun Association open house The Kern River Valley Gun Association is hosting an open house at the gun range on Cyrus Canyon Rd. on Saturday October 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday October 29 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a swap meet, camping, and clinics for rifle, pistol, archery, trap, cowboy action and quickdraw. Hotdogs, chips and drinks will be available. For information concerning camping or the swap meet contact Hank Blackler at 760-549-9484.
Three-day bus trip to Laughlin offered Join the California Grandmother's Club and Senior Center bus trip to Laughlin. This is an overnight trip from October 30 to November 1 at the Riverside Hotel and Casino. One person room $160 and two person room $270; two breakfasts and one dinner each. Leaves the Moose Lodge at 7:30 a.m. Coffee, donuts and bathrooms available at 6:30 a.m. Fun on the bus. Money for reservations is due by October 13. Contact Kitty Leu at 760-379-7923 or Carrie Prough 949-466-9629.
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Don't get frightened by Halloween scams Kayleena Speakman, Better Business Bureau Courier FYI Shopping for Halloween decorations and costumes should be fun --- not terrifying. With so many costume and decoration ideas, it's hard to choose what to buy, and where to buy it from. According to the National Retail Federation, Halloween spending for 2017 is expected to reach an all-time high --- $9.1 billion. According to the survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, consumers are expected to spend an average of $86.13, up from last year's $82.93. When it comes to buying costumes and other Halloween supplies, 47.1 percent plan to shop at discount stores, 37.5 percent plan to shop at a Halloween store and 22.3 percent plan to do their Halloween shopping online. Better Business Bureau Serving Central California & Inland Empire Counties recommend the following tips to avoid getting spooked while shopping this Halloween. Check the return policy: Look up the stores return policy before you buy. Find out how long you must keep your receipt for, or what happens if you should lose your receipt. This will help you avoid any mishaps like unwanted items being nonrefundable. Rent a costume: Some people don't like the idea of spending a lot of money on a costume that will only be worn once, which is why they look to renting. While renting a costume leaves more room in your budget, know that the costume you may be getting may not be in great shape. If you opt for renting a costume this year, check out the condition of the costume first.
Look for sales: Compare prices on Halloween costumes and decorations from various retail or online stores. Along with comparing prices, look for coupons and sign up for email alerts. This will help you get the best deals, saving you a nice chunk of change. Shop smart online: When shopping from an online website, the first step is to make sure the URL starts with "https" and includes a lock symbol. The S in "https" stands for secure. Look up the website's privacy policy and contact information. If it is not clearly listed, or they only have an email as the point of contact, take that as a big red flag and shop elsewhere. Also, be sure to use your credit card instead of your debit card, as credit cards not only provide additional protection, but it's also easier to dispute a fraudulent charge. Seasonal stores: If you decide to shop from a seasonal store, ask whether or not they will be open after the holiday, how long they plan to stay open, and if they will accept returns after Halloween is over. If they plan to close up shop November 1st, or refuse returns after, either consider shopping elsewhere, or take more time to be sure that item is exactly what you want before making the purchase. Look around your home: Before you head out to your nearest Halloween store, check what items you have in your home. You may find an old costume you can re-purpose, or Halloween decorations you can put out. Doing this will not only help you save money, but you won't end up with more than you need. For more tips you can trust, visit bbb.org/ccie.
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Page 6 Kern River Courier Festival, Continued from page 1 rodeo arena. ■ 11:30 a.m.: Riverwind band, live! ■ 1:30 p.m.: Apple bobbing ■ 2:30 p.m.: Pie eating contest ■ 5:30 p.m.: Pet costume contest ■ 6:30 p.m.: Fire dancers ■ 7 p.m.: Free movie under the stars: Hocus Pocus. Sunday October 29 ■ 6:30 a.m.: Last minute 5K registration closes at 7:30 a.m. ■ 8 to 10 a.m.: Trick or Trot ■ 9 a.m.: Festival opens Hay rides start, $5 per family group all day pass, max. 6 people. Farmer's market Petting zoo all day ■ 10:30 a.m.: Cake walk ■ 11 a.m.: Chili Cook-off starts: Circle Park. ■ 11 a.m.: Beer garden opens ■ Noon: Riverwind band, live. ■ 1 p.m.: Pumpkin carving contest
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■ 2 p.m.: Egg toss ■ 3 p.m.: Chili contest winners announced All events are at Riverside Park unless otherwise noted. The fifth annual Kernville Fall Festival at Riverside Park, Saturday October 28 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday October 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free! A murder mystery tour scavenger hunt is planned on Saturday. Find your
first clue on this week's back page of the Courier and from paticipating Kernville businesses. Don’t miss your first cule “Start where the bears are big and possibly blue...” On Saturday, enjoy a costume contest, pet costume contest, and a pumpkin pie eating contes. Also on Saturday, don't miss the lawnmower races, at the rodeo grounds. There is an entry fee for this event, but it is fun for all.
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On Sunday morning at 7 a.m. help support a good cause by participating in the second annual Trick or Trot, which is both a "fun" and competitive 5K, 10K (two loops), and a 1K "fun run". Dress in your favorite costume or dress in your best racing gear. This is a fast course and a fun environment. Come for the run, stay and play for the rest of Sunday. Proceeds from the Trick or Trot 5K-10KFun Run will be given to KUSD's leadership development program, teaching elementary and middle school students leadership principles from Stephen Covey's "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People." Medals will be awarded to all finishers including "Fun Run" participants. There will also be a prize for "best overall costume adult" and "best overall costume child," and participants will get a t-shirt. Get full registration information at onemoremile.us. The second annual Fall Festival Chili Cook-Off takes place Sunday at 11 a.m. at Circle Park. Come see who wins and taste some great chili. A beer garden is also planned in Riverside Park.
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PICKS OF THE WEEK “War for the Planet of the Apes” (PG-13) - In the final installment of the "Apes" trilogy, we find Caesar (Andy Serkis) in charge of the apes, a band in search of a safe haven from the unrelenting rogue forces of Alpha-Omega, led by the sadistic renegade colonel played by Woody Harrelson. An olive branch offered by Caesar is viciously rebuffed, which sets him off on a personal quest that will embody both introspection and retribution. Along the way, his band adopt a human child who may hold the key to the end of the "War for the Planet of the Apes." The film gives as much depth to character development as its searing battle scenes, and does an incredible job with both. It's a fitting end to a very welldone series. “Annabelle: Creation” (R) - As a dollmaker and his wife grieve the loss of their daughter, a demon poses as the little girl's soul in order to gain entry to the physical world, taking the form of an angelic porcelain doll. Hip to the demon's maneuvers, the couple trap it inside their daughter's bedroom. Flash-forward 12 years and the couple open their home to a group of displaced orphans. What could go wrong? Everything. Talitha Bateman stars as Janice, the unfortunate orphan possessed by the demonic presence, while Stephanie Sigman plays Sister
Charlotte, in charge of her protection. This is the prequel to "Annabelle" and the fourth installment in the supernatural "The Conjuring" series. “The Emoji Movie” (PG) What happens when the son of two "meh" emojis is able to express himself in multiple ways? This glitch has to be run down, and along the way, we'll take a ride through a highly imaginative world of apps and games. TJ Miller voices Gene, who goes to work as an emoji and causes a ruckus when his confused expression in a text message makes the phone owner seek tech support. He goes on the run to find help from a hacker named Jailbreak (Anna Faris) while being chased by an internal goon squad of bots. The kids will love the tech references (Candy Crush, Just Dance, etc.) while the adults can play the "who's voicing the cameo" guessing game (spoiler alert: Patrick Stewart is the Poop emoji). At the end, the message is: "Don't let life put your personality in a box. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Three course Halloween Bodfish Bob’s Cheese Chicken 1 tblsp. margarine 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 lb.) 1 can (10 1/4 oz) Campbell's Broccoli Cheese soup 1/3 cup water or milk 1/8 tsp. pepper 2 cup broccoli flowerets Bodfish Bob Bodfish Bob’s Cauliflower Soup 1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets 1 medium carrot, shredded 1/4 cup chopped celery 2-1/2 cups water 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 cups 2% milk 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of hot pepper sauce, optional In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, carrot, celery, water and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 12 to 15 min until vegetables are tender (do not drain). In another large saucepan, melt butter, stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened. Stir in the cheese until melted. Add pepper sauce. Stir into the cauliflower mixture. Yield: 8 servings.
In a skillet heat margarine over medium heat, cook chicken for 10 minutes or until browned on both sides. Spoon off fat. Stir in soup, water and pepper. Heat to boiling. Add broccoli. Reduce heat to low. Cover, simmer for 10 minutes or until chicken is tender and broccoli is done, stirring occasionally. Makes 4 servings. Bodfish Bob’s Pumpkin Pudding Dessert 3/4 cup canned pumpkin 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. ground ginger 3/4 cup cold milk 1 pkg. ( 3.3 oz.) instant white chocolate pudding mix 1/4 cup whipped topping In small bowl, whisk the pumpkin, cinnamon, and ginger. Add milk and pudding mix; whisk for 2 min. or until soft-set. Transfer to individual serving dishes. Refrigerate until serving. Garnish w/whipped topping. Serves 2. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.
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Bear Country California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the U.S. Forest Service remind citizens visiting or living in the high country and foothills that fall is the time of year for increased bear foraging activity and more human and bear encounters. Department of Fish and Wildlife
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Welcome to all Kern River Valley residents to our new second location 6425 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella • Inside the Post Office complex • Belong to two listing services (MLS), Lake Isabella and Tehachapi • Serving Kern and Tulare Counties • Come in and get acquainted • Free property analysis • Visit our website at www.trailsendrealestate.net
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Fall is the season for heightened bear activity in the Sierra foothills Lesa Johnston, CDFW Courier ‘Bearware’ The California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the U.S. Forest Service remind citizens visiting or living in the high country and foothills that fall is the time of year for increased bear foraging activity and more human and bear encounters are possible. California black bears are typically active and foraging between April and mid-fall, but in autumn, black bears experience changes in metabolism that drives the need to consume as many rich calories as possible. This metabolic spike is an important signal to the bear to bulk up and gain the fat that will sustain the animal through hibernation and periods of lean food sources. Scientists estimate that black bears may forage as many as 20 hours a day at this time. During this transition, residents in bear country are asked to diligently manage food, garbage and other attractants around the home and yard in order to avoid attracting bears. Residents leaving cabins for the season should remove all attractants from the cabins, and seal and lock all doors and windows. Crawl spaces under houses or porches should be sealed in order to prevent them from becoming denning sites. Here are things to know: ■ Bears have a sense of smell seven times stronger than a bloodhound and eyesight as good as a human's. ■ Any scent, especially one of odorous foods like fish or other meats, may attract a bear to your home and yard. ■ Remove bird feeders completely until later in the year. ■ Remove fallen fruit off the ground. ■ Use bear-resistant garbage cans and
wait to set trash out until the day of pick up. ■ Store pet food inside. ■ Do not leave food or other scented items in your car. ■ Bears fed intentionally or unintentionally by people may become bold and aggressive-they may be killed if they become a threat to public safety or cause property damage. In the rare event a bear breaks into your home, move to a safe location and contact local authorities. Wildlife experts caution against directly confronting the bear or blocking the bear's escape route. Visitors to bear country should act responsibly and be mindful of their safety while in bear habitat. Camping season is ending in many areas, but with the cooler temperatures, fall hiking is very popular in the mountains and foothills and visitors often flock to salmon spawning sites in hopes of getting a glimpse of a bear. Wildlife experts offer these important tips: ■ Be alert on trails (avoid wearing headphones). ■ Keep a respectful and safe distance from bears at all times. ■ Do not attempt to take "selfies" with bears or other wildlife. ■ Never feed a bear - it is unlawful and dangerous to people and may result in the needless death of a bear. For an expanded list of living and recreating in bear country, please visit wildlife.ca.gov/keep-me-wild/bear. For information about being, bear aware while visiting national forests, please visit fs.fed.us/visit/knowbefore-you-go/bears. To learn more about black bear ecology, please visit wildlife.ca.gov/ conservation/mammals/blackbear/biology.
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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: 18HUNDRED (2017-B6143), DBA#2: 18 HUNDRED (2017-B6144), DBA#3: 18 HUNDRED BAR AND GRILL (2017-B6145), 1800 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301. Mailing address: 3004 Airport Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANTS: 18HUNDRED INC, 3004 Airport Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Date the business commenced: 07/01/2017. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. 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: Maya Holloway, Secretary. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/08/2017 and expires 09/08/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier October 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2017. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00761-CA, A.P.N.: 407-132-06-00, Property Address: 2401 Mccain St, Bakersfield, CA 93314 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), 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 05/23/2006. 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: Hector T. Soliz AND Beatriz G. Soliz, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 06/07/2006 as Instrument No. 0206139729 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 11/17/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $454,441.05. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE 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: 2401 Mccain St, Bakersfield, CA 93314, A.P.N.: 407-132-06-00. 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 $454,441.05. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 OF TRUSTEES SALE 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. 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 post-
poned, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-00761-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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: October 6, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237, Ventura, CA 93003. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMa nagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, 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 20, 27, and November 3, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-01129-CA, A.P.N.: 407-521-02-00, Property Address: 15059 Mooresville PL, Bakersfield, CA 93314 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), 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 05/24/2007. 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: Daron D Nunn A Married Man as his sole and separate property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 05/25/2007 as Instrument No. 0207112492 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 11/22/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $860,400.87. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE 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: 15059 Mooresville PL, Bakersfield, CA 93314, A.P.N.: 407-521-02-00. 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 $860,400.87. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 OF TRUSTEES SALE 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. 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 Web site http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage
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Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-01129-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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: October 10, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237, Ventura, CA 93003. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMa nagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, 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 27, November 3, and 10, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-01210-CA, A.P.N.: 416-192-14-00, Property Address: 903 SOUTH CURRY STREET, Tehachapi, CA 93561 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), 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 12/18/2006. 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: Clifford Stephens And Dorothy Stephens, Husband And wife. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 12/28/2006 as Instrument No. 0206318473 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 11/22/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $208,599.83. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE 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: 903 SOUTH CURRY STREET, Tehachapi, CA 93561, A.P.N.: 416-19214-00. 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 $208,599.83. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 OF TRUSTEES SALE 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. 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 Web site http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-01210-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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: October 11, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237, Ventura, CA 93003. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMa nagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, 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 27, November 3, and 10, 2017)
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mal investigators and Silver City veterans Bridget and Robert Honing will be at Silver City Ghost Town once again. They have appeared at many Silver City Halloween events. They are donating a digital recorder for a raffle to be held on the 28th event. That same night the Ghost Town welcomes back another para-couple Joe and Vici Ruffulo. This power house duo has worked closely with Planet Paranormal on several investigations. They are an independent husband and wife team with over ten years of paranormal investigative experience. Investigations they have conducted include: The Queen Mary, The Amargosa Hotel and Opera House, Goldfield, Glen Tavern Inn and many more. Vici is empathic and her sensitive abilities allow her to feel the emotions of spirits. They are donating a brand new Mel Meter II (in the box!) for the same raffle to be held on the 28th event. For just a buck a ticket you get a chance to win this invaluable EMF+meter and the digital recorder, too! Halloween night is on a Tuesday this year but that won't stop the folks at Silver City from having the final event 2017! Special guest investigators representing Revelation Paranormal will return and join diehard Halloween traditionalists on All Hallows Eve. Izzy the Ghost Town Cat will be there too!" said Corlew who added "Izzy has appeared (or has been featured) on Bio HD, Bakersfield Fox News, NBClosangeles.com, the cover of the Kern River Courier newspaper and more. Check him out at facebook.com/izzy theghossttowncat. These acclaimed History/Mystery Lantern Light Tours and Live Paranormal Investigations all feature MC and guide J Paul Corlew as seen on Bio HD's
Lion Fire, Continued from page 1 539-2607 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or go online on the Sequoia National Forest website to obtain a wilderness permit for overnight stay in the Wilderness. Smoke impacts are expected to be minimal. Use caution
Keepers, Continued from page 1 Kern, who clean up the Upper River and Kernville areas. Last year they picked up over 35,000 tons of trash from the Upper Kern. The numbers are not final yet but more than $15,000 was raised on behalf of the Keepers. Rivernook Campground donated a lot of the venue and supplies, and Keepers of the Kern volunteers manned the gates. Jon Feldschau is credited for selling the 106 tickets at the gate, organizing hundreds of last minute details, setting up the event website, as well as making a video for the event and another of the event to promote next year's Beerfest. Event coordinator Jami Ward said that without the Rivernook employees, the event would not have turned out so smoothly. She also credits the
paranormal series "My Ghost Story" and online show "Haunted Discoveries." Corlew is also founder of GRIT Paranormal. These events are both lantern tours and interactive paranormal investigations with advice, tips and demonstrations from Corlew and guest investigators. GRIT team members will be at both events co-hosting. GRIT is an acronym for Ghost Research/Rescue Investigation/Intervention Team. The group was founded "To promote Paranormal research and education, to rescue trapped families and spirits, and to conduct ethical and scientific investigations and interventions where warranted." During previous investigations at Silver City they have captured startling paranormal evidence. During and after the History/Mystery Lan-tern Tour GRIT members will show evidence, demonstrate techniques and teach members of the public basic ethical paranormal investigative protocol. The group will be conducting a live interactive paranormal investigation and demonstrate tips and techniques. Guests will get hands on experience in a real live paranormal investigation. Over the last 40 plus years the Ghost Town has been the location of dozens of alleged sightings of ghostly apparitions and other paranormal activity by visitors and staff alike. It is ranked the 6th most haunted site in America by PBS' perennial series "This Old House." The ghost hunting takes place on Saturday October 28 and Halloween Night, from 8 to 10:15 p.m., one tour per night. Silver City Ghost Town is located at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd. Bodfish. The cost of the Tour is $15 per person, all ages. All proceeds go to museum operations. You can pay cash only night of event or in advance by credit card. For questions or to purchase advance tickets call 760-379-5146.
when travelling through the fire area, especially through areas with unburned fuel that is still smoldering, a wind could cause the fire to grow unexpectedly. If you camp in the fire area, ensure your site is away from hot spots. Firefighters will continue to patrol the Fire by helicopter until the fire can be declared out.
support of Rivernook's owner Amanda Pascoe. The next Beerfest is scheduled for October 20, 2018, and the goal is to have 35 breweries and sell 550 tickets. Next year, Rivernook Campground will be closed to the public and only open for camping to Beerfest ticket holders. Ward credits the outpouring of support and love from our community and the craft beer community for much of the event's success. Ward and her husband Shawn worked on the event for 11 months and had many "research adventures." "Our goal wasn't just to raise funds for The Keepers, but to also generate revenue into the whole community," Ward said. "We had a small dream with a big vision that we as a team were able to turn into an epic reality."
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