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Down trees force temporary closure of trail Forest Service plans to deal with hazard trees at Trail of 100 Giants Denise Alonzo, USFS Courier Update After identifying numerous dead trees in the Trail of 100 Giants, Forest officials were forced to close the trail last month to protect the public. This popular interpretive trail is located in the Western Divide Ranger District, Giant Sequoia National Monument, in the Sequoia National Forest. A hazard tree survey identified 117 dead or dying trees at risk of falling onto

the trail. No giant sequoias were identified as hazard trees. Species were predominantly white fir, sugar pine, ponderosa pine, and incense cedar. Many of the dead trees are large, averaging 30 inches in diameter and could seriously injure visitors, damage the trail infrastructure or even damage the giant sequoias should they fall. "The plan to alleviate the hazard, so the trail can be reopened, is to fall the trees using chainsaws," stated Eric LaPrice, District Ranger. "Once the hazard trees are on the ground, they will be utilized in a variety of ways. Some of the trees will be left on the ground to provide habitat. Some trees will be chipped and spread on the ground

as cover to protect the shallow root systems of the giant sequoias. Some will be cut up, moved to an area, and made available as firewood; and some will be piled and burned as part of the Districts prescribed burn program. I want to assure the public that no giant sequoia trees would be cut." Work may begin later this fall, with hopes of reopening the Trail before Memorial Day weekend. We invite the public to provide any comments or concerns to us regarding these efforts. Comments would be most useful if received before November 30, 2015. Please send written comments to Trail of 100 Giants Project, 32588 Hwy 190, Springville, CA 93265 or by email to elaprice@fs.fed.us.

Local Seaman McNeal being there where it matters MCSN Jamal McNeill Media Support Courier Spotlight On our planet, more than 70 percent of which is covered by water, being there means having the ability to act from the sea. The Navy is uniquely positioned to be there; the world's oceans give the Navy the power to protect

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A light dusting of snow was received Sunday, Monday and Tuesday at the Trail of 100 Giants and the Southern Sierra as recent storms generally passed north of the Kern River Valley.

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Odd Day Friday 11.13.15 Odd Day is today Friday, 11/13/15. Three consecutive odd numbers make up the date only six times in a century. 11/13/15 marks the end of this parade of Odd Days which began with 1/3/5. The previous stretch of dates like this started with 1/3/1905 13 months after the Wright Brothers' flight. Things to do on Odd Day: It's a great day to do your odds 'n ends, give a friend a high-five, root for the odds-onfavorite, read the Wizard of Odds, watch the Odd Couple, say aaaahd in the doctor's office, look for sea odders, find that missing odd sock, and beat the odds. Odd Days are the unsung numerical peace-keepers - if it wasn't for odd numbers, all the even numbers would bump into each other! An Odd Ode: As Odd as it is, the 13th of November brings a glorious day we will always remember, to enjoy them this won't happen again for 90 long years. Today, November 13, 2015 is also a Friday, ushering in Act III of this year's epic Friday the 13th trilogy. We had a Friday the 13th in February and March. To cap things off, we have a Friday the 13th in November, exactly 39 weeks (3 x 13 weeks) after Friday, February 13, 2015. What's more, last year's lone Friday the 13th on June 13, 2014, occurred exactly 39 weeks (3 x 13 weeks) before the Friday the 13th in March 2015. Also, next year's lone Friday the 13th on May 13, 2016, will happen exactly 26 weeks (2 x 13 weeks) after the Friday the 13th in November 2015. To learn more about why some people fear this day and about 2015's three Friday the 13ths see earthsky.org. Scary coincidence or super unlucky? Neither. It's just a quirk of our

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In the interest of public safety, the Forest Service has closed the Trail of 100 Giants This closure is in effect and portions of the trail may be opened once they are determined to be safe. The annual closure of the Western Divide Highway, by Tulare County due to weather may keep the trail closed until spring. While the trail is temporarily closed, the Forest Service encourages the public weather permitting to visit the lesser known areas within the Monument.

weather Friday high 66° Sunny Friday low 32° Clear and cold Saturday high 66° Sunny Saturday low 36° Clear and cold Sunday high 58° Some p.m. drizzle Sunday low 36° Mostly cloudy Accuweather.com

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Plan for the week ahead using the Courier Calendar. Faith is the topic this week of Pastor Dan Schlensker’s column.

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Ship side Seaman Scotty McNeal, from Lake Isabella, California, stands watch aboard USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) as the ship prepares to pull into Augusta Bay, Sicily, for a port stop October 27. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mat Murch

America's interests anywhere, and at any time. That’s where you'll find Ship's Serviceman Seaman Scotty McNeal, of Lake Isabella, standing watch aboard the USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) as the ship prepares to pull into Augusta Bay, Sicily, for a regularly scheduled port stop Oct. 27, 2015. The Donald Cook, an Arleigh Burke-class guid-

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ed-missile destroyer, forward deployed to Rota, Spain, is conducting a routine patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. Your Navy protects and defends America on the world's oceans. Navy ships, submarines, aircraft and, most importantly, tens of thousands of

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America's finest young men and women are deployed around the world doing just that. They are there now. They will be there when we are sleeping tonight. They will be there every Saturday, Sunday and holiday this year. They are there around the clock, far from our shores, defending America at all times.

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water data: Wednesday 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 30,422 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 115 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 175 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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■ Holiday bazaar November 13 and 14 Ladies of the Elks will have their annual holiday bazaar on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1314 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights. Call Jadeen Schroeder at 760-417-1693 for info.

■ Indian Community Thanksgiving November 14 Join the Kern Valley Indian Community at the annual Thanksgiving dinner 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. The Tribal Council will provide the dinner. Jim McClurken, the tribe’s researcher, will be the guest speaker with an update on Federal recognition. Marjorie Albitre will open the tribal fund raiser. Please bring raffle items, a salad or dessert and any gently used clothing and household appliances for giveaway. ■ Operation Christmas Child packing parties, November 14 Pick up a free GO box or pack a shoebox at Barnes Bargains or RiteAid in Lake Isabella, or Campfire Market in Wofford Heights, 9 a.m. to noon and at the Kernville Chamber from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m on Saturday, Nov. 14. Call Irene Martinson at 760-417-2279. ■ KRVECF Gala November 14 Each year, the Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation holds a fundraising

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.

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■ 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.

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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.

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■ 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.

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■ 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.

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■ 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,

dinner and music. They award scholarships, like the new Rev. Chuck White Memorial Scholarship and the $1,000 Clayton Witherow Academic Achievement Award. It will be at the Kern River Valley Masons’ Lodge in Kernville from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Call Debbie Hess at 760-709-1188 for more information.

Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday Nov. 17. When donating, please bring picture ID with date of birth, be free from all cold, flu, cold sores or symptoms of infection and eat a meal at least 3 hours prior to donating. You must be at least 16 years and weigh at least 110 lbs.

■ Keepers of the Kern November 16 Keepers of the Kern ask you to join them in some November housekeeping. Upper River: Meet at the parking area across from Headquarters Campground above Riverkern at 9 a.m. Keepers has all the supplies you need, but if you have it, bring a picker and bags. For more information, to RSVP or to sign up to be a Keepers Trash Warrior. Call 760-376-2963, 360-324-8178 or email keepersofthekern@gmail.com.

■ Neighborhood Watch Meeting November 17 Join KRCWH at 6 to 8 p.m. at New Life Assembly of God. Discussion will be on local valley concerns such as suspicious activity, crime and ways to deter these issues. Call Connie Shepard at 661-435-1004 for more information.

■ Cerro Coso open house November 16 Learn about our local college from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Obtain your college degree locally and affordably. Get priority registration in one day. This is a great time for parents of high school students to check out the school. Call 760-379-5501 for more information. ■ Houchin Blood Drive November 17 The KRV blood drive will take place at the First

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.

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■ 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 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.

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■ 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.

■ Recovering Skinhead November 18 Join students and faculty at Cerro Coso and hear author Frank Meeink, who overcame a life of violence and hatred. Room G from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Refreshments and a book signing. ■ Keepers of the Kern November 19 Keyesville South: Meet up with Keepers and the BLM at the large dumpster at the Keyesville South Recreation area south of the bridge on Hwy. 155 at 9 a.m. After the cleanup, join us at The Coffee Mill Café next to the Dam Corner in Lake Isabella, for a "Keepers Lunch Special." There will be a donation back to Keepers for every purchase. For more information, RSVP, or sign up call 760-3762963, 360-324-8178 or email keepersofthekern@gmail.com. ■ El Nino preparedness meeting November 18 Prepare for flood emergencies and know where to go and who to call. Lake Isabella Senior Center from 6 to 7:30 p.m. ■ KRVFSC meeting November 19 On Thursday, Nov. 19, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. the Kern River Valley Fire Safe Council meets in the Supervisor's conference room, at 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ KRV Collaborative November 19 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760-3792556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. ■ Commodities distribution November 23 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Monday Nov. 23 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon. ■ Pancake Breakfast November 28 Lake Isabella Senior Center before the parade 8 to 10 a.m. Support Toys for Tots and the Angel Program. ■ Christmas parade November 28 The Annual Christmas parade, sponsored by the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce. This event is set aside so the community and those visiting for the holiday can enjoy the parade as well. The parade starts at 11 a.m. at the four way stop on Lake Isabella Blvd and winds up at the intersection of Crestview Ave. and Lake Isabella Blvd. Come out and help Santa and Mrs. Claus bring in the Season of festivities. ■ Friends of the Library book sale December 1 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 local libraries. ■ Prayer Breakfast December 3 The Salvation Army invites you to join them in prayer for our community, state and our nation at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. Breakfast is optional. For more information call 760-379-4600.

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Shoebox Collection Week well under way Although KRV churches and organizations may still be holding their own shoebox packing parties next week, November 15 through 22, Operation Christmas Child is thrilled that the Kernville Chamber of Commerce, has opened the Chamber's doors for the final Community Shoebox Packing Party of 2015. If you are a local business owner, please consider donating any quantity of items that can be used in a shoebox gift for a child who has nothing. Make plans to stop by the Chamber, 11447 Kernville Rd. in Kernville, this Saturday, November 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., to pack a shoebox. If you can't make it to Kernville to pack a shoebox, their will be four other locations on this last Saturday of the Community Packing Parties: three in Lake Isabella at Barnes Bargains, Family Dollar, and RiteAid and one in Wofford Heights at Campfire Market, next to the Courier office and Library. Collection Week 2015 is almost here. If you are the Project Leader for your church or group, or if you want to drop off one or more shoeboxes as an individual or family, please email, text, or call to let OCC know when you will be coming by. Volunteers will be waiting at Faith Community, 20 W. Panorama Dr., Wofford Heights, daily from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday, November 16 through Sunday, November 22, when they once again serve as the drop-off location for your Kern River Valley.

Cerro Coso Kern Valley campus open house Cerro Coso Community College’s Open House in Lake Isabella will be on Monday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Register for spring 2016 classes. New students: get all of your Priority Registration requirements met in one day. Community members are welcome. Learn more about your accredited and updated local community college. Parents of high school students: Come and check us out. Obtain your college degree or career certificate locally and affordably. Phone 760-379-5501 for more information.

Campus welcomes guest speaker Frank Meeink Please join the Cerro Coso Community College in welcoming guest speaker Frank Meeink, author of the book, Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, to the KRV campus. Faculty, staff, students and all community members are welcome. Overcoming a life of violence and hatred as a former Neo-Nazi leader, Frank continues to inspire hope among our nation's youth. Don't miss this important and oneof-a-kind event to be held in Room G at 12:30 to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18. Stay for refreshments and a book signing from the author.

Kern County El Nino preparedness meetings In order to help residents be better prepared for the rainfall expected in this El Nino year, the County of Kern will be holding four community meetings for residents of areas traditionally affected by flooding during rainy weather. The evening meetings will present information to help residents prepare for flood emergencies and know where to go for help during and after the floods. Representatives from Kern County Fire Department, Kern County Sheriff's Office, Kern County Roads Department, the National Weather Service, Department of Health Services and Animal Services Department will be present to talk about what they have to offer the public and take questions from concerned residents. The Kern Valley meeting will be in Lake Isabella on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at the Kern River Valley Senior Center 6 to 7:30 p.m. Information related to flooding and this El Nino year is available at the Kern County Fire Department's web site kerncountyfire.org.

Wednesday was Veterans Day, a celebration marking the appreciation of our Veterans and their service to our country. As I watched several programs on Middleworth Veteran history I suddenly realized, I'm a Veteran and they are appreciating me! It was kind of a warm and fuzzy feeling and it got me to thinking of what my contribution was to the service of my country. It all came about while I was attending college that I decided to join the Navy. Training was in San Diego and it was then I realized that I had made a major change in my life. For the next four years I would be living a big adventure. After training in San Diego I reported aboard the Destroyer Escort Edmonds DE-406 which was stationed in Hawaii. Shortly after reporting aboard we left port for Japan and a special mission to the Jima Islands. We anchored off the island of Iwo Jima where Mt. Surabachi rose out of the ocean. Everyone knows the story of one of the most intense and costly battles of World War II. Maybe I'm sensitive but I could almost feel the ghostly presence of the thousands that died defending and capturing that hill. From there we stopped at several of the Jima Islands where we sent out shore parties to assure ourselves that there were no Japanese living on the islands. I was on one of

Kern County Probation crafting for a cure The Kern County Probation Department’s Relay For Life team invites you to its 7th annual “Crafting For A Cure” craft fair, Sunday, Nov. 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the East Bakersfield Veterans Hall, located on the corner of Mt. Vernon Ave. and Ridge Road. The craft fair will offer more than 40 different vendors with a variety of homemade items to help you with all your holiday shopping needs. Admission is free. Proceeds to benefit the 2015 American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event. For more information contact Shea Wright at craftingforacurerfl@yahoo.com.

Forest Service to begin multiple prescribed burns The Kern River Ranger District is preparing hazardous reduction projects for the winter. The pile burning projects will take place in and around communities surrounding the Kern River Valley. Plans are for pile burning on Breckenridge Mountain including Breckenridge Meadow, Golf Meadow, and the Breckenridge Fire Lookout tower area. Projects in the Greenhorn Mountains will be inclusive of the Black Mountain Saddle and the Ice Timber Sale area. Piute Mountain projects will be near the community of Valley View. Additional burning is proposed in and around several campgrounds around

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the shore parties as we looked to see if any of the islands were inhabited, and they weren't. I understand now that those islands are populated by many of the natives of that area. We also stopped at the island of Ulithi where we anchored in the center of that u shaped atoll. We had a message to give to the Chief of the native population which we delivered. I remember that while we waited we traded cigarettes to the natives for huge stalks of bananas, one of which we hung in the combat information center directly over the plan position indicator, which was part of our ships navigation system. As we steamed out of port a huge banana spider about 5" in diameter dropped out of the stalk and scared the beedickins out of all of us! We continued on to Japan where as part of the hundred year celebration of the famous Admiral Perry Expedition we opened our ship for visitors. We thought it really weird that just a few short years ago we were in mortal combat with many of the visitors who joined us that day. After our Japan tour we patrolled many of the Micronesian Islands. It was later that the Edmonds was deployed to assist the Naval Contingent as they prepared for the atomic bomb test at Bikini Island. I left the Edmonds at this time as my transfer came through to the submarine school in New London, Connecticut. I was then transferred to the submarine Rasher SSR-269. But that's another story for another time.

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Shepherd of the Hills deadicates oak tree in preparation for 50th celebration Aaron Pierce, Courier Faith On Sunday, November 8, the members of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Lake Isabella, California, dedicated an oak tree sapling which was planted at their facility. The dedication of this tree is in preparation for their 50th anniversary celebration in 2019. The dedication of the oak tree took place on the day of the congregation's 46th anniversary. Originally, the charter members of the congregation first gathered under an oak tree in the town on Bodfish to worship and gather for the first time. About a year later, on November 8, 1969, the charter of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church of the Kern River Valley was created. After the oak tree, the church initially met in various other churches, including Kernville United Methodist, for the first 3 years of its history. It then relocated to its first location in Lake Isabella, on Golden Spur. In 1992, the congregation relocated to its current location, on the hill behind the Isabella Motel, right next to highway 178, where it greets residents and visitors to the Kern River Valley. The church is planning many activities over the next 3 plus years leading up to their 50th anniversary in 2019. The dedication marks the kick-off event for the celebration.

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1. Is the Book of Zechariah in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. Which prophet said God is like a green tree giving shelter to those who trust him? Joel, Hosea, Joshua, Solomon 3. From Exodus 2, who became a fugitive after killing an Egyptian? Moses, Cain, Joseph, Jeremiah 4. Who had seven sons that always celebrated their birthdays with a feast? Solomon, Job, Hanun, Jonah 5. From Acts 9, what woman had Tabitha as a pet name? Priscilla, Naomi, Dorcas, Delilah 6. Which church was neither hot nor cold? Antioch, Laodicea, Philemon, Philadelphia Answers: 1) Old; 2) Hosea; 3) Moses; 4) Job; 5) Dorcas; 6) Laodicea © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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That aspect of faith can also be somewhat tenuous. Perhaps you have known somebody-or been somebodyChristians speak whose faith has been decimated on a lot about faith. account of something disastrous that That's quite underhas happened in life. That person has standable, since the wondered, "Where's God? If He's word faith occurs around, then why is He letting this about 250 times happen to me?" The emotional com(That's almost once ponent of faith is shattered. per chapter.) in the But in the Bible there is another New Testament. As Schlensker aspect to faith, and in fact it's even we look through the more important than how we're feelwhole Bible, though, we find basically ing about God. This aspect is objectwo aspects of "faith." tive, not subjective. It is outside of us, One of those aspects-the more subexternal, not within us, internal. This jective one-is our other aspect of feelings toward faith wasn't born This fundamental aspect of faith God. Now into us, like our is the promise of God to us in there's certainly feelings are, but Jesus Christ. nothing wrong this other aspect - Schlensker with that. We of faith comes to hear in us from without, Deuteronomy 6:5 that "you shall love totally from outside of ourselves. This the LORD your God with all your heart feature of faith is a reality as opposed and with all your soul and with all your to a feeling. This fundamental aspect might." That loving the LORD notion is of faith is the promise of God to us in repeated in various contexts over a Jesus Christ. When our feelings dozen times throughout the rest of the toward God are weakened because life Bible. God-fearing human beings natu- is hard, sometimes brutal, God's rally have an emotional response to the promises to us in Jesus Christ cannot LORD. In Ephesians 6:23-24, Paul says, be weakened because they're from "Peace be to the brethren, and love God, Who, as the Almighty Creator, with faith, from God the Father and Who spoke the universe into existence the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace be with all and for whom nothing is impossible those who love our Lord Jesus Christ (Mark 10:27, Luke 1:37), never changes with a love incorruptible." That and is always true to His word. expresses an emotional dimension of a That's the objective fact, and, as such person's relationship with God. How constitutes an unshakable base for many Christians tear up when they faith. worship on Christmas or Easter? Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd That's our human emotions, our feelof the Hills Lutheran Church Lake ings, coming into play; it's subjective. Isabella.

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From an acorn On Sunday, November 8, the members of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church dedicated an oak tree planted at their facility. The dedication was in preparation for their 50th anniversary celebration in 2019.

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■ 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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■ Library community meeting December 7 In response to public interest, the County of Kern is pleased to announce it is holding community meetings at each of Kern County Library branches regarding the services of the Kern County Library system. On Monday December 7 a community meeting will be held at the Wofford Heights Branch, 6400-B Wofford Blvd. at 5:30 p.m.

■ Commodities distribution December 28 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Monday Dec. 28 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon. Please note there is change in location the month of December in Lake Isabella.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Ricki and the Flash” (PG-13) Meryl Streep stars as a woman who left her family to chase rock 'n' roll dreams, and now has to come back down to earth to reconcile with her children and the life she could have had. Ricki (Streep) never touched stardom, but she's in a rockin' bar-band with a strapping guitarist (Rick Springfield). She returns to the Midwest when her ex-husband (Kevin Kline) summons her to support their adult daughter (Mamie Gummer, Streep's real-life daughter) in recovering from a disastrous divorce. The family melodrama is mixed in with stirring musical performances where Streep belts classic rock covers with serious energy. “American Ultra” (R) - Mike (Jesse Eisenberg) is a scrawny pothead grocery-store clerk who is unbelievably deadly when he thinks his life is in danger. See, Mike doesn't remember it, but he's the product of a secret program that trained ultradeadly, ultra-brainwashed sleeper agents and placed them unsuspecting parts of the U.S. An ambitious functionary in the CIA (Topher Grace) decides to clean up what's left of the program by sending assassins against the unsuspecting Mike and his girlfriend, Phoebe (Kristen Stewart). Eisenberg is the last guy you'd cast as an action star, and that's why he does so well -- he goes from shirking schlub to killer commando in an

instant, and he's just as surprised as you. Stewart also plays an important role in the movie's likability, since she and Eisenberg share a facile chemistry and engaging rhythm. “A Christmas Horror Story” (NR) - Despite the title, it's really a handful of Christmas horror stories, strung together by a framing story with a drunk William Shatner. One bit has teens poking around a creepy school basement on the anniversary of a double-homicide -- it goes how you'd expect. Then there's the family who enters the woods to (illegally) chop down their own Christmas tree, only to find that something ... strange has happened to their son. Another naughty family gets a visit from the Krampus, a nightmarish anti-Santa from Germanic folklore. Then there's the all-out Christmas carnage story where Santa throws down against a horde of profane zombie-elves. It's not the most memorable holiday-horror flick of terrifying treats. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Three weeks till trouble Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Three weeks remain of the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period. Seven weeks remain of the Affordable Care Act Open Thal Enrollment Period. My biggest concern is those Medicare beneficiaries who have a plan which contains prescription drugs. This could be a stand-alone Prescription Drug Plan or a Medicare HMO with a prescription benefit built in. Here is the problem. The cost of medications has risen faster than inflation. Some have doubled or tripled. I read of one drug that had a 5000 percent increase, and have seen many close to it. With the retail prices soaring, Congress is now launching investigations, but it will be too little, too late for the 2016 Medicare year. I am hearing the same thing from many seniors. "I am happy with my current plan, so there is no need to change it." They will be happy until January when the bomb hits at the pharmacy counter! Keep in mind, any plan changes must be made before the drop dead deadline of December 7. And, I am not planning on helping new people the last week of the AEP. What I am willing to do is to accommodate Kern Valley seniors to determine if they will be victims; or give them the peace of mind that they will be okay for the New Year. All you need to do is have your prescription bottles available and call the office. Staff will

take down some vital information and list of your medications. We will then call you back with a recommendation. I shall go into the 2016 with a clear conscious that "I tried." Just advise my staff you would like a prescription review as seen in the Courier. On the same theme, there is the GemCare issue. GemCare sold their Medicare HMO business to Blue Shield, who has decided not to cover the Kern Valley in 2016. I have helped close to 100 beneficiaries change plans. Most have been able to keep all or most of their doctors. There are other Medical Groups besides GemCare, and many of the area physicians belong to one or more of these groups. It is sometimes more difficult to include all the Bakersfield specialists, but I have been extremely successful in not disturbing most doctor/patient relationships. As GemCare has sent out letters to those affected by the change, that letter becomes a "Get Out of Jail FREE" card. You are not restricted by the December 7th cut off for the AEP. You can still get a January 1st effective date even if you enroll later in December. There are several licensed insurance agents in the area who sell health insurance along with their property and casualty lines. As there is never a fee to you, take advantage of their services. Regrettably, there is little or no wiggle room after December 7. 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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Sellers in a stable market Matt Freeman Courier Columnist A market is defined as stable when there is a balance between inventory and demand, which is what we are seeing Freeman for the most part here in the Kern River Valley. 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. ■ Price: This is the biggest factor, especially when the market is stable. 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. 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. Unless your home has something absolutely exceptional and unique about it, a large pool or maybe a huge 4 car garage for example that sets it apart, the comparable sales are how to value the property. There are exceptions to the rule of course, but recently sold comparable sales that are similar to the listing are what lenders and appraisers use really do matter.

■ Location: The old real estate motto: location, location, location is true. The location of a property does play into what it is worth. A 1,000 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, make sure and get these two factors properly balanced and your listing will be able to compete with the bank owned foreclosures, short sales, probates, and everything else on the market. You will actually make more if you do this instead of price too high. ■ Patience: A seller in this market has to have patience. I am sure glad I have a high self-esteem because I have been fired more in the last 10 years than ever before in my life! Good news about that, I got hired more than I got fired! A good agent is trying everything in their power that they know works and some stuff they don't 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 is working in your best interest. Matt Freeman is a realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 or 760-223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) This year, instead of jumping into the whole holiday prep scene, move in a little at a time. You'll appreciate the sense of control you're more likely to enjoy. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The separation between the Bovine's head and heart is never as far apart as it seems. Both senses work best when they come out of logic and honesty. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The best way to keep those pre-holiday pressures under control is to just say no to taking on new tasks while you're still trying to work with a heap of others. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) News means a change might be on its way, but what does it hold? Don't just ask questions; make sure you get answers you can trust. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Old friends and new have one thing in common: Both your longtime and newly minted pals have much wisdom to impart. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) With time running out, this is a good time for you to show 'em all what those Virgo super-organizational skills can do.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Librans and holidays are made for each other, especially if children and animals are going to be part of your joyous season. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Time is getting too short to allow a spat to taint the holiday season. Restart your relationship and reschedule holiday fun times. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Seeking advice is laudable. You might learn far more than you thought you could. Stay with it. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Continuing to assess changes works toward your getting your new project up and ready. Trusted colleagues remain ready to help. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) That new situation needs a lot of attention, but it's worth it. This is a very good time for you to involve the arts in what you do. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) It might be a good idea to slow your hectic holiday pace so that you don't rush past what -or who -- you're hoping to rush toward. BORN THIS WEEK: Others pick up on your confidence in yourself, which inspires them to believe in you and your special gifts.

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marksmobilecomputer repair@gmail.com CHAR’S DRY CLEANERS and ALTERATIONS Fast Service 6101 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella (760) 379-6340 ____________________________ JEWELRY REPAIR Sizing, Re-Tip, Prongs Free Quote - Fast Service 47 Years Experience Jewelry Mart 6101 Lake Isabella Boulevard Lake Isabella (760) 379-3631 ____________________________ Firewood - Pine & Oak Also do weedeating, trash hauling, chimney sweeping, tree trimming & car towing. Call Chris 760-417-1824 ____________________________ NB Reloading & Supply 6621 Linda, Lake Isabella Gunpowder, bullets, reloading supplies @ the lowest prices Call to order - We deliver Training on reloading available

(760) 549-3343

Firewood For Sale Pine - $150 cord (760) 223-0809

Wanted I buy Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs Call Bert - (760) 964-2514

Home and office for all your cleaning needs

Maid 2 Clean

Cleaning Services 760 -264-3175 Brandy Latona - Owner brandymlatona@gmail.com 20 Years Experience Lic#11476

760-592-6468 Barry Bye

Lic.#774936 C9-C2-HIC

Kernville: 2bd/1ba units newly remodeled. Featuring hardwood floors, granite counters, sm. fenced yard, 1 car garage. Rent $725/mo.

■ Commercial & Residential ■ Acoustic ■ Custom Texturing ■ Painting ■ Senior Discounts www.barrybyedrywall.com

760-379-4142

Jenny’s Windoonws Fashi

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Shutters Shades Verticals & Blinds

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Lic.# 919196

Chuck Barbee - Still & Video PHOTOGRAPHY Portraits - Family Events Equestrian - Historical Photo Scanning & Restoration Transfers to DVD & CD

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LARRY SCHUPPAN’S Garage Doors and Openers New Sales & Repairs Will pick up all old small and large appliances, batteries, scrap metal, etc. @ no charge. (760) 417-2806 ____________________________

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Wofford Heights: 2bd/2ba home on 1/2 acre with mtn views, laundry room, covered carport. Rent $750/mo. Half off one month rent. Mt. Mesa: 2bd/1ba adorable unit! Fireplace, private fenced yard, knotty pine throughout kitchen,1 car garage. Rent $650/mo includes water!!! One month free rent! 3bd/2ba home on 1/2 acre featuring beautiful views on 3/4 wrap-around deck, sun solar shades, fireplace, laundry, large 2 car garage. Rent $950/mo. License #01986312

Lake Isabella - 1/bed, 1/bath refurbished Mobile Home with 2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ Park. $522/mo. Call (760) 964-2514 ____________________________ Lake Isabella - 2 bed, 1 bath refurbished MH with 2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ Park. $622/mo. Call (760) 964-2514 ____________________________

FT/PT/Evening care available

760-223-1146 Elizabeth Miller "CCCC" accepted

South Fork Transmission WWW.JOSTPAINTING.COM

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Recycling Lake Isabella Mon-Sat 8-4 Archies, Kernville Thur 8-4 Kern Christian Church Southlake Fri 8-4 Erin Hanley Designer/Owner

KernRiverValley

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Interior / Exterior Residential / Commercial Quality Products Professional Service Competitive Prices Serving the KRV for over 16 years

760-378-3000

We accept all major Credit Cards

D Towing & B Licensed & Insured

Designs by Erin Full Service Florist Custom floral designs for every occasion Local & International Delivery

PO Box 657 Lake Isabella, CA 93240

Mon. thru Sat., Sun. by Appointment 11006 Kernville Rd.#2 Kernville, CA 93238 www.designsbyerin.org

760-379-6135

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL!!!

"Maintenance Service" Electrical • Plumbing • Painting Yard Work • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Tractor Work Sprinkler Systems Warner H. Hitch/owner PO Box 1267 Weldon 760-378-3228 Cell: 760-223-2963

Tom Mara Owner-Operator

FEED BARN GROOMING Dianne Storm Owner

Dog Grooming • Boarding Kennel Pet Supplies 2100 Edith Street Lake Isabella, CA

760-379-4311

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Lake Isabella - 2 bed, 2 bath refurbished Mobile Home with 2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ Park. $722/mo. Call (760) 964-2514 ____________________________

Wofford Heights - 1bd/1ba + convertible room, private road, deck, lg fenced yard, 2 garages, pets ok, includes propane tank, pellet stove & pellet holder, trash pd., $600/mo, 1st and last (209) 245-3926 ____________________________

South Lake - Studio apt, $500/ mo + sec. dep, includes micro, washer/dryer, refrig & utilities (except cable). 951-236-2866 ____________________________

Wofford Heights - 2bd/1ba, 10’x 50’ MH on private lot, 55+ preferred, $400/mo + $150 deposit. (760) 376-6956 or 376-1981 ____________________________

Kernville, 1 Grove Park - 3bd/2ba house on cul-de-sac close to downtown w/2 car garage, shed, fenced yd., no smoking, pets ok. $1,075/mo + $700 deposit., (760) 812-7670 or (760) 376-1937

Wofford Heights - large, clean 1/bd apt, new paint & carpet, no pets, no smoking, $450/mo + deposit, water/trash paid, (760) 223-1058

5300 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella

760-379-8578 “Come in and visit our store... houseplants, We r! unique gifts e Deliv and more!”

We are the only Full-Service, AllOccasion Florist in the Kern River Valley 6040 Lake Isabella Blvd. Ste. A, Lake Isabella 760-379-4100 petalpusherplus@ymail,com petalpusherplus.com

Cheryl’s Diner Open 7:00am Breakfast Served All Day Patio Dining 11030 Kernville Road Kernville

760-376-6131

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Wofford Heights - trailer in 55+ park, $325/mo, water/trash pd, call Clint @ (310) 489-5990 ____________________________ Kernville, 1 Grove Park - 3bd/2ba house on cul-de-sac close to downtown w/2 car garage, shed, fenced yd., no smoking, pets ok. $1,075/mo + $700 deposit., (760) 812-7670 or (760) 376-1937 ____________________________

Oil Changes while you wait! Brakes - Belts - Hoses Clutches, Differentials, Adjust - Exchange - Repair

Petal Pusher Plus Lake Isabella Florist

(760) 376-1409 (909) 851-4489

6505 Wofford Blvd., #3 Kernville-Hi Ho Senior MHP, 11901 Sierra Way, 2bd/2ba apt, $490/mo + dep & utilities, no pets. 760-376-267 ____________________________ Wofford Hts-2bd/1ba, kit. + dining, lg. lvng rm w/fp, laundry rm, over sized garage, No cats or smokers. $800/mo. Call 760-223-0544 for application. ____________________________ Onyx - 2bd/1ba remodeled triplex, new appliances, fenced yard., no smoking/pets, trash paid, bus stop across street, $550/mo. Special w/1 yr lease 760-220-8787 ____________________________

Lic#153908665

117 Williams St. Wofford Heights

Joe Smith Non Licensed Plumbing & Rooter Service

760-417-2766

St. Peters Anglican Church Everyone is invited to come join us Sunday at 10:00am 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville 760-376-6362 Tom Hunt, Pastor

Need to Sell Your House Fast? I buy mobile homes & houses Cash - Today Call Harvey (760) 304-8554

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: BAD ASS BBQ (2015-B6274), 239 West China Grade Loop Drive, #A, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address: 239 West China Grade Loop Drive, #A, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANT: Ryan Wayne Jensen, 239 West China Grade Loop Drive, #A, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Date the business commenced: 07/20/2015. 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: Ryan Wayne Jensen. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/20/2015 and expires 10/20/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier October 30, November 6, 13 and 20, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: ADAPTIVE NETWORKS (2015B6116), 1400 Easton Drive, Suite 113, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address: P.O. Box 21898, Bakersfield, CA 93390. REGISTRANT: WEDOITBETTER, Inc. 1400 Easton Drive, Suite 113, Bakersfield, CA 93309. . Date the business commenced: 01/01/2015. 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: Ryan VanAlstein. This statement filed with the County 10/12/ 2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier October 30, November 6, 13 and 20, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-01232-CA, A.P.N.: 498-41004-00, Property Address: 7415 Henness Court, 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 09/06/2005. 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: Chester Booker and Roberta M. Booker, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenanta. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 09/20/2005 as Instrument No. 0205256878 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/04/2015 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: $248,613.37. 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: 7415 Henness Court,

Bakersfield, CA 93313, A.P.N.: 498-41004-00. 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 $248,613.37. 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/MortgageSer vices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeService s.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-01232-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 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/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 November 6, 13 and 20, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-01725-CA, A.P.N.: 355-30408-00, Property Address: 5409 Peppertree Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93309-5774 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 05/14/2004. 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: Stephen Miller and Mavourneen Miller, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 05/28/2004 as Instrument No. 0204123121 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/09/2015 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: $108,010.37. 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: 5409 Peppertree Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93309-5774, A.P.N.: 355304-08-00. 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 $108,010.37. 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 post-

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224 Cypress Lane Wofford Heights Sites in quiet Sr Mobile Home Park Laundry facilities • Fish house Walk to lake • $290/mo. Includes water/trash 760-549-9260 ___________________________ RV spaces with private beach Camp Kernville, 24 Sirretta St. Walking distance to downtown $299/mo. 760-376-2345 R V Space - Lake Isabella Large, large space in 55+ MHP, Only 1 available • $372/mo. includes trash Paradise Mobile Home Estates (760) 379-2092

Homes/Mobile Homes For Sale Kernville- 1bd/1ba double wide MH in Senior Park, walking distance to town, ex large living room, shaded yard, carport, covered porch, storage shed, pellet stove, evap cooler, propane heat, $20,000. Call 808-217-7925 or 909-8514488 I buy Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs Call Bert (760) 964-2514 Need Nothing - Move in Ready

2bd/2ba dbl wide MH in 55+ Pk, w/2 car carport, patio/deck. $15K cash (760) 964-2514 Wofford Hts. - 1-2bd/1ba MH in Sportsman TP, Sp.#4, w/lg. deck, xtra rm for storage/shop, new bathrm & pellet stove, fully furn - move in ready! $10k firm, 661-332-8847 or see manager in Space A.

Commercial Kernville - two warehouse, shop buildngs for lease - 760-417-9330 • one 1,500 sq ft - $600/mo •one 3,700 sq ft - $1,200/mo (2,000 sq ft main level w/1,700 sq ft loft)

Weldon - 5201 Shawnee - 2bd/2ba w/HUGE bonus room in prime location w/paved streets. 1,248 sq.ft., $49k SELLER FINANCING! Call Monica O’Brien, (310) 803-0766, BRE# 01923936

ponements 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/MortgageServ ices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices .laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-01725-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 12, 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 November 6, 13 and 20, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-02116-CA, A.P.N.: 514-62301-00, Property Address: 3001 Ziff 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 10/19/2006. 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: Martha L. Guillermo, a Married Woman as Her Sole and Separate Property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 10/31/2006 as Instrument No. 0206270150 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/04/2015 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: $376,726.11. 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: 3001 Ziff Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93313, A.P.N.: 514-623-01-00. 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 $376,726.11. 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/MortgageServ ices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices .laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-02116-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 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 November 6, 13 and 20, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 15-0007 - APN: 429-12158-00-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05-11-2013. 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. On December 2, 2015 at 12:00 pm, Elite Trust Deed Services, Inc., a California Corporation as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust recorded 06-05-2013, as Inst. No. 0213078877 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Kern County, State of California, Executed by Jonna Lee Bowser, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) at: Outside the main entrance to the Wanda Kirk Library, 3611 Rosamond Blvd., Rosamond, CA 93560. ALL CASHIER'S CHECKS MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO ELITE TRUST DEED SERVICES, INC. All rights, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 10701 Division Street, Mojave, CA 93502. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said Sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated cost, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $64,878.60. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Date: November 2, 2015. Elite Trust Deed Services, Inc., As Trustee, 554 West Lancaster Boulevard, Lancaster, CA 93534, 661-945-5525, Vickie Durham, Trustee Sale Officer 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 the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on the notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgages, 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 661-945-5525 using the file number 15-0007. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet web site. The best way to verify the postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. (Published by the Kern River Courier November 6, 13 and 20, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-07755-CA, A.P.N.: 362-06117-00, Property Address: 6041 Eugene Place, 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 06/04/2005. 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: Thomas W. Manzella and M'Lissa Monique Manzella, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 06/10/2005 as Instrument No. 0205149744 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/11/2015 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: $431,528.18. 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: 6041 Eugene Place, Bakersfield, CA 93308, A.P.N.: 362-061-17-00. 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 $431,528.18. 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: 2014-07755CA. 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: November 3, 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/D efaultManagement/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 November 13, 20 and 27, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-03677-CA, A.P.N.: 427-17423-00, Property Address: 3018 Milton Drive, Mojave, CA 93501 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 10/08/2004. 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: Varoujan Garabetian, a Married Man as His Sole and Separate Property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 10/22/2004 as Instrument No. 0204258428 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/11/2015 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: $162,537.73. 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:

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices Legals, Continued from page 10 3018 Milton Drive, Mojave, CA 93501, A.P.N.: 427-174-23-00. 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 $162,537.73. 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/MortgageServ ices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2014-03677-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 26, 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.lasp x 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 November 13, 20 and 27, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2012-21790, A.P.N.: 383-212-1900, Property Address: 3406 Harvard Drive, 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 11/14/2005. 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: J.T. Simkins, an Unmarried Person. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 12/13/2005 as Instrument No. 0205343475 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/11/2015 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: $82,291.93. 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: 3406 Harvard Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306, A.P.N.: 383-21219-00. 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 $82,291.93. 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: 2012-21790. 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 27, 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.lasp x 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 November 13, 20 and 27, 2015) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: LIGHT GUYS, THE (2015B6447), 8310 Persimmon Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address: 8310 Persimmon Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. . REGISTRANT: Brendan Gilles Collins, 8310 Persimmon Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Date the business commenced: 10/01/2014. 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: Brendan Gilles Collins. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/29/2015 and expires 10/29/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: NB RELOADING SUPPLY (2015-B6571), 6621 Linda Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: 6621 Linda Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Nancy Catherine Whitaker, 6621 Linda Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is

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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: Nancy Catherine Whitaker. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/4/2015 and expires 11/4/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: SPACE POTENTIAL (2015B6576), 11325 Park Square Drive, Apt G104, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address: 11325 Park Square Drive, Apt G104, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANT: Eun J. Park, 11325 Park Square Drive, Apt G104, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Date the business commenced: 04/20/2015. 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: Eun J. Park. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/4/2015 and expires 11/4/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: SO CAL SK8 AND SURF (2015B6578), 5205 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: 5205 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Jamie Tebow, 5205 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Apt. A, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. 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: Jamie Tebow. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/5/2015 and expires 11/5/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: PRO-TECH AIR CONDITIONING (2015-B6431), 9510 Ravenwood Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address: P.O. Box 21347, Bakersfield, CA 93390. . REGISTRANT: Randy Wayne Crosby, 9510 Ravenwood Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Date the business commenced: 11/02/2005. 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: Randy Wayne Crosby. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/28/2015 and expires 10/28/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015.

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Isabella Lake as well as the community of Riverkern. Fire managers will work closely with Eastern Kern and San Joaquin County Air Pollution Control Districts to manage effects of smoke and minimize any impacts to the communities. Smoke may be visible from several areas surrounding the town of Lake Isabella. No additional road or trail closures are expected due to the burning operations. Burning activities will continue through the winter as air quality standards, weather, and resources permit. For additional information please contact Kern River Ecosystem Manager, Brian Block at 760-376-3781, extension 640.

Health Insurance information presented Kern County Aging and Adult Services Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program that provides free and unbiased counseling on Medicare and other health care rights and benefits will be conducting an informational presentation on health insurance plans. Registered counselors will be able to assist you with understanding your current plan, identifying changes for 2016, and reviewing the availability of other plans in your area. Beneficiaries currently under the GEMCare Medicare Plus plan will have to find an alternative plan prior to December 31. This presentation will take place on Tuesday, November 24 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Lake Isabella Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. For questions or concerns about your 2016 Medicare coverage or prescription coverage, you can speak directly with a counselor at this meeting or call 661-868-1000 or 800-434-0222.

Christmas parade day pancake breakfast The Rotary Club of Kern River Valley will revive the KRV Toys for Tots Christmas Parade Day Pancake Breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, November 28. It will serve many attending the 38th Lake Isabella Christmas Parade which starts at 11 a.m. that same day. The full breakfast cost will be reduced from $6 to $5 if you bring an unwrapped Christmas present for a child. Advance tickets will be available at many locations, including the Kern Valley Sun, Golden State Surplus in Lake Isabella or at the door on Saturday, November 28 in the KRV Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., near the start of the KRV Chamber's Annual Christmas parade. The other beneficiary will be the KRV Family Resource Center "Be an Angel" Holiday Gift Program for children 11-18 years of age who are no longer eligible for Toys for Tots due to their age. For information on our local Toys for Tots program, KRV residents can contact local coordinator Yvonne Pickerell at 661-345-8359 or by email 2ymp4t4t@gmail.com. or for KRVFRC at 760-379-2556 for more information and eligibility.

County to hold community library system meetings In response to public interest, the Kern County Board of Supervisors asked the County to reach out to its communities regarding the services of the Kern County Library system. As a result, the County of Kern is pleased to announce it has been holding community meetings at each of Kern County Library branches. On Monday December 7 a community meeting will be held at the Wofford Heights Branch, 6400B Wofford Blvd. at 5:30 p.m. and on Thursday December 10 one will be held at the Kern River Valley Branch, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. at 6 p.m. More information is available at the County website, co.kern.ca.us , and the Kern County Library website, kerncountylibrary.org.

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Friday, November 13, 2015 With Honors A ceremony honoring all the men and women who serve and have served in all the military branches in the United States of America was held Wednesday Novenber 11 at the Kern River Valley Public Cemetery. Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

Cemetery holds Veterans Day celebration Michael Batelaan Courier Honors The Kern River Valley Cemetery District held its annual Veterans Day Celebration on Wednesday November 11. The ceremonies were opened by District Manager Randy Kyt, the Sheriffs Activities League presentation of

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colors with prayer given by Faith Community Pastor Jon Feldschau and a music performance by Kern Valley Chorus Sierra Sound. Speakers at the event were Kern County First District Supervisor Mick Gleason, David Barr, Daures Stephens and a poem read by Judy Bates.

In addition Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7665 officers each spoke briefly in honor of Veterans. The ceremonies were then concluded with music from the Kern Valley Chorus Sierra Sound, prayer, the retiring of colors, a gun salute by the Kern Valley Honor Guard and taps played by Paul Vander Werf.

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