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■ Sixteen of 33 residents have been relocated from the Lakeside Village Mobile Home Park. The Corps’ operations has secured seven of the vacated trailers and security patrols are being conducted by Corps operations personnel to ensure the vacated trailers are not occupied illegally or vandalized. ■ The farmhouse has closed escrow and relocation assistance is almost complete. ■ The Corps and U.S. Forest Service are in the early stages of designing the layout and footprint for their relocated facilities and the new visitor center. This is a proposed and federally-preferred preliminary design only, and there will be additional opportunities for public input in 2015. The Corps and Forest Service must start this design process now in order to relocate in 2016. The Corps and Forest Service are designing the best facility possible within several funding constraints placed on these relocations of limited budget and facilities must be replace in “like-kind.” ■ Caltrans is performing the design and construction of the relocation of Highway 178. Planning and design have been slightly delayed becuase relocation construction will require additional review to comply with the California Environmental Quality Act, but this is not expected to delay dam construction. Relocation of Highway 178, Lake

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Pow wow - This weekend’s Ridgecrest Petroglyph and Heritage Festival features Kern Valley’s own Buffalo Man along with tours, food, vendors, and fun.

Michael Batellaan Courier Out & About Experience the wonder of ancient, desert culture with the Ridgecrest Petroglyph & Heritage Festival this weekend. With tours of rock art dating back 10,000 years, tradition Native American celebrations, an educational lecture series, and a community street fair, the Petroglyph Festival has something for everyone. See, first-hand, the artwork of ancient desert tribes who inscribed their magic and beauty on the landscape itself. Listen to lectures, see

videos, and have handson interactions with the ancient peoples of California’s deserts. See how rock art was created and be transported back in time thousands of years. Expert geologists and archeologists will conduct a lecture series and interactive seminar about the desert itself. Learn how the unique beauty of the desert formed long before human habitation. The inter-tribal Pow Wow will be hosted by the Cherokee Community of Central

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Buffalo Man, aka Rod Blankenship of Weldon, will be at the inter-tribal Pow Wow at Kerr McGee Center, 100 W. California Ave., Ridgecrest on Nov. 15 and 16. Buffalo Man will be telling the story of what happened to 60 million buffalos roaming the plains in 1870. Ten years later, in 1880, there were less than 1,000 left. Buffalo Man will also be telling the story of the Indian head nickel, with the Indian on the front and the buffalo on the back.

KV 4-H Championed at Kern Fair Jessica Forbes Courier xxxx The Kern Valley 4-H represented the Kern Valley with a lot of champion pride. As 4-H members showed their projects with confidence, to bring home many awards. ■ Dairy group: Jared Moffatt - 4th, senior showmanship; Champion Futurity heifer; 16th overall springer heifer. Rachel Driskell - 3rd, junior showmanship.

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Shayla Alexander - 3rd in market class, 7th, Senior Showmanship; Reserve Champion, Kern Bred and Fed. Caitlyn Collins - 4th, market; 6th, Senior Showmanship. Makaylah Forbes - 1st, market; Reserve Champion, Showmanship; 1st, heifer; 2nd, bred heifer; 3rd, Leather Lead.

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On the lamb - Left to right: Maddie Hurley, Caitlyn Siratt, Molly Wellmerling, Sierra Noble, Tyler Strange, Hanna Hurley. The beef group also placed first overall in Pen of Three and second in Spread the Word to the Heard.

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■ Rabbit Group: Bethany Downing - 2nd, class; 4th, Showmanship; 1st, Showmanship. Jacob Wild - 2nd, class;

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America recycles day November 15 americarecyclesday.org Courier Earth One day to educate. One day to motivate. One day to make recycling bigger and better 365 days a year and get involved. “I Want To Be Recycled” is the theme of the 2014 America Recycles Day, which takes place annually in November throughout the country. America Recycles Day, in its 17th year, educates people about the importance of recycling to our economy and environmental well-being and helps to motivate occasional recyclers to become everyday recyclers. America Recycles Day celebrates the benefits of recycling and provides an educational platform that motivates people to take action to recycle more and recycle smarter, influencing recycling behaviors at work, at home and on the go. Get involved? Find events near you or host an event of your own. See americarecyclesday.org

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water data: Wednesday 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 45,134 acre-feet 2014 Reservoir peak 80,737 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 116 cfs Lower Kern Outflow 123 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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■ Outside In artist showcase November 14 The Kern River Valley Art Association, in conjunction with the Arts Council of Kern present great art, great fun and refreshments, at the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14. For more information contact Melody Lindley at 760-378-3504 or Terri Vellutini at 760379-6162. ■ Kernville Rides’N’Rods Toy Run November 15 On Saturday, Nov. 15, ride to collect toys and benefit Kern Valley children. Sign up at 11 a.m. with $15 entry fee, $5 for extra poker hand and an unwrapped toy.

Regular activities Fridays

■ 6 a.m. - 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. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760379-4112. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Rd.,760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

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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. ■ 9:30 a.m. (1st Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Barbara,760-378-3672 or Geraldine, 559-359-8953. ■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. Pot Luck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-4179701 ■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discussion, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.

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■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise Cove Restaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112. ■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 2 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Hoffmann Hospice 040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 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. ■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.

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■ 6 a.m. - 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 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., Lake Isabella. ■ 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) 760-3795552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group,

Raffles, prizes at 3 p.m. The band, Fuzzboy Voodoo will play at the Kernville Saloon from 1 to 5 p.m. Or make a donation at notoriousnet.net and click on the Toy Run banner. Call 760-549-3365 for more information.

Restoration Site on Fay Ranch Road, 1/3 mile north of Highway 178 in Weldon. Contact Sean Rowe by email: srowe@audubon.org or call 760-378-2531 to RSVP.

■ Habitat restoration workdays November 15 Join Audubon Kern River Preserve staff and volunteers for our Habitat Restoration Workdays. Volunteers of all levels of ability and time commitment are welcome. Bring food and water, gloves; wear long sleeves and pants, work shoes or boots. The preserve will supply the tools. Meet at 8 a.m. at the Alexander

■ High School Musical November 15 The Kern Valley Sheriff’s Activities League is hosting its annual fundraiser dinner with a tribute to High School Musical performed by SAL members. Tritip dinner, slide show, raffles, auctions, and fun included. Social hour at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. at the Kern Valley High School Fine Arts building. $20 per person. For tickets, contact Deputy Joe Garcia at 760-549-2043.

Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Tue.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178 ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church, 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112

■ Upper River cleanup November 17 Keepers of the Kern is hosting an Upper River Clean Up on Monday, Nov. 17, meeting at the parking area across from Headquarters at 10 a.m. Bring a friend, neighbor and get ready for some fun. For more information or to RSVP, call 360324-8178, 760-376-2963 or email: keepersofthekern@gmail.com.

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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-3799921. ■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3795236. ■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle, Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-3138. ■ 2:30 - 4 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders VFW, 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts.. 760-417-0199 or 760-379-7312

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■ 6 a.m. - 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. ■ 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 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground. ■ 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. Alano Club, NA book study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 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. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 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. ■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, 86 Nellie Dent Dr. at Hwy 155, Wofford Hts. This information is submitted to the Courier by the groups listed. Please call the phone numbers provided to check meeting times and location.

■ KRVAA meeting November 17 A general meeting of the Kern River Valley Art Association is being held at the Lake Isabella Senior Center 6 to 7:30 p.m. featuring a demonstration by renowned local artist, Judy Deems. Deems will be painting horses on sweatshirts that will be raffled off. Contact Teri Vellutini at 760-379-6162 or email terivellutini@ gmail.com for further information. ■ Keysville North cleanup November 20 On Thursday, Nov. 20 there will be a cleanup at Keysville North. Meet at the parking area at the entrance to Keyesville Road at 10 a.m. This will cover the recreation mining area, the road and anywhere else needed. Bring a friend, neighbor and get ready for some fun at historic Keyesville. Bring your gold pans. When done with the housekeeping, let’s do a bit of prospecting! For more information or to RSVP, call 360-324-8178, 760-376-2963 or email: keepersofthekern@gmail.com. ■ Dam safety meeting November 21 The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is planning to host two public meetings from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce and from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior Center to provide an overall progress report on the Lake Isabella Dam project. Get more information by calling 916-557-5100 or email Isabella@usace.army.mil. ■ Toys for Tots party November 22 There will be a Toys for Tots party at Shady’s and the Art Park, 6113 Lake Isabella Blvd., in Lake Isabella, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 22. Includes motorcycle ride, food, music, vendors, petting farm and Santa’s Village. $20 toy donation. Public welcome. Call 661-345-8359 for information. ■ Star Party November 22 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club holds a Star Party starting at sunset at the Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville (look for the orange cones about 1 mile south of McNally’s). Bundle up, bring some hot chocolate or coffee, and a lounge chair. For more info, contact Rich Burdge at 760-376-1291 or 760-3766290 or email him at richburdge@aol.com. It is best to call to check if haze, smoke or cloud cover might prevent this event from happening. ■ Historical Society meeting November 25 The museum’s Tuesday, Nov. 25 community meeting will feature Honor Flight participant, Jim Whiteman. Whiteman traveled to Washington D.C. earlier this year. He will share his experiences of this memorable trip. The meeting is open to all and will be held at the Senior Center in

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Traffic & Safety STOP October traffic statistics Scott Griswold, California Highway Patrol Courier Contributor

Traffic Collisions - 15: Injury - 5 Fatal - 0 DUI Arrests - 9 DUI Collisions - 4 Suspended/Unlicensed Drivers Arrested - 34 Safety tip of the month: Just a reminder as the Holidays are near and the roadways become more crowded, traveling can become frustrating and more dangerous. Remember, it will take you longer to reach your destination, so leave yourself plenty of time to get there safely. Celebrate the 2014 Holiday Season safely, if you’re going to drink, don’t drive. Be sure to let a designated driver be your hero and get you to your destination. Be safe and always wear your seatbelts.

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Kern River Valley Must Incorporate to Stay Alive With the Corps of Engineers literally draining our livelihoods away from us, and the Chamber of Commerce acting like its head is in the sand, we must organize ourselves to survive. I have experienced two cases of city incorporation and found both very positive. Newhall, Castaic, Saugus and Sand Canyon are now Santa Clarita. Proof positive incorporation works. We are not well represented by Mick Gleason on the Kern County Board of Supervisors. We discovered this when Lake Ridge Adult Park appealed to him to fight a 600 percent increase in our sewer bills by the new owner of the Von’s Center. He had a secretary give us a couple of tips and never personally did anything for us. It is time to create our own joint destiny by incorporating from Weldon to Kernville to Bodfish. If you believe a guy who thinks we should drive to Ridgecrest for civil and criminal cases is just fine, then you need to rethink. Bruce Shank Lake Isabella

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Plowing, discing, harrowing and planting On Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 15-16, the OneSpade Youth Packers will be farming the acreage immediately south of Isabella Lake’s Auxiliary Dam (Wenstrand Farm). Ten teams of mules will be on hand to pull the various farm implements. The public is invited. There will plowing, discing, harrowing and planting. Take Highway 155 to Barlow. Follow the signs. Contact Reed Hopkinds at 760-223-1612 for more information.

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Wrestling with memories But best of all I got to meet many of the pro wrestling contingents. I met Wrestlers like: Haystack The other night Calhoon who dressed in overalls there was a proand was barefooted. Gorgeous gram on TV, “Pro George, who along with his muscles Wrestlers of the had blond curly hair which he held early years.” It was in place with golden bobby pins a bit of nostalgia called “Georgie Pins.” During his and brought about matches he would give the golden thoughts of long pins to the fans. He gave me a pin ago. In the ’40s I used to watch pro which I sold along with a coke to a wrestlers on KTLA and was a real guy in the audience for $5. fan of many of them. Fuji Moto, who was known as After mustering out of the Navy Mr. Moto, would take his 400 lb. and while working and attending squat sumo style act crushing his college, I had a opponent with chance to work his weight. Many of the wrestlers would at the Selland There was a change in the hallway as they disArena in guy named cussed with each whose turn it was Fresno. I sold Baron Leone to win or lose. cokes to the - Middleworth who claimed fans who filled he was “The the arena. I Italian Brute could have sold beer, but with cokes from Abrutzz,” and was consistently I was dealing with sober customers booed for his unfair tactics. who tipped better and were easier Argentine Rocco was a good guy, to be around. cheered by all, as he did away with At each end of the stadium were the bad guys after seemingly about doors that led to the dressing rooms to lose the match. Ray Stevens, bad where the pro wrestlers changed to the bone, told all his opponents into their costumes. In the hall was that he would crush their scrawny our cold box which held beer and “pencil necks.” cokes and was handled by the venMany of the wrestlers would dor who hired us. change in the hallway as they disI would get 12 cokes in a tray cussed with each other whose turn with paper cups to hold the drinks. it was to win or lose. The wrestlers No one in their right mind would seldom got hurt but the fans booed give bottles to the fans. If you did and cheered believing that it was all they would end up in the ring and real. I knew that it was all an act, but aimed at the wrestlers! I made a I loved it anyway and still do! nickel off each coke sold plus tips. Wofford Heights resident Rod The tips far exceeded my five cent Middleworth is a retired security manprofit. ager for Pacific Bell.

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Outside In Artist Showcase The Outside In Students will showcase the art they have been working on the last 2 programs. There have been 2 six week programs for the "Outside In" program. The "Outside In" program teaches art to the developmentally disabled adults in the Kern River Valley. We would hold sessions for six weeks in the spring and six weeks in the fall. The students learn to express themselves through art and show the community what they can do. When the sessions are done an art show is held to sell their art to the community at the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center located in the Kern River Valley. The “Outside In” also participated in the KRVAA Christmas fair this year. Three KRVAA member artists teach the program. They are Pat Brown, Sam Strong and Melody Lindley. The program’s goals are to provide vocational training and access to creative outlets that otherwise are not available to the demographic population in this community. These sessions are 2 ½-hours long with 12-15 people in attendance. They learn many types of medias such as oils, watercolor, acrylic, pen and ink and watercolor pencil. This Friday, Nov. 14, they will show their incredible work at the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center in the Kern River Valley. The showing is from 6 to 8 p.m. The public is welcome. There will be great art, refreshments and Water Well Pumps, Boosters, fun. Filtration, Systems

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September 1, 1922-October 24, 2014 Helen Anna Turner, age 92, died peacefully at Kern Valley Hospital on October 24, 2014 due to natural causes. Helen was born September 1, 1922 in Julesberg, Colorado to Grover and Florence Troy. On March 23, 1938, Helen married Vaughn Allen Turner and they lived in Long Beach CA, with their three children until they moved to Lake Isabella, CA in 1973. After her husband’s passing in 1989, Helen volunteered for the Citizens Service Unit and helped develop the RUOK program for the Sheriff’s Department in Lake Isabella which she served for 17 years. She also volunteered at the Senior Center Information and Referral Office until retiring from there after more than 20 years. She liked spending many hours with her family and friends playing either cards or games. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting or Swedish weaving. Helen is survived by her son Michael Allen Turner of Lake Isabella, her five grandchildren Terri (Turner) White, Kenny Turner, Julie (Turner) Hastings, Christina (Turner) Phillips, Juanita Turner and Michelle Lee (Turner) Blake; 13 great-grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren. A memorial for Helen Anna Turner will be Dec. 6 at 1:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church located at 3701 Shure St. Lake Isabella behind Dam Corner #1. Memorial contributions are welcome.

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By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Simon in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From 1 Samuel 3, whose voice did Samuel think it was when he first heard God calling him? Jonathan, Saul, Ahiah, Eli 3. How many chosen men of Israel did Saul take with him to the wilderness of Ziph to search for David? 12, 100, 200, 3,000 4. The word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any ...? Tongue, Knife, Two-edged sword, Wit 5. From Genesis 26, where did Isaac stay when there was a famine in the land? Gerar, Endor, Sychar, Lydda 6. What insect was a plague on the Egyptians? Wasp, Locust, Flea, Cockroach 1) Neither; 2) Eli; 3) 3,000; 4) Two-edged sword; 5) Gerar; 6) Locust © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist In Luke chapter 10 we hear that “a certain lawyer stood up and put [Jesus] to the test, saying, ‘Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?’” This suggests Schlensker that the lawyer believed that he had to do something to get right with God, to be “saved,” even though his use of the word “inherit” completely contradicts the notion of doing something in order to get something, since a person’s inheritance is not contingent upon his or her performance. Nonetheless, this fellow believes that his success in the afterlife is dependent upon his performance. The lawyer’s belief seems to be consistent with Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 5:10, which say, “we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive what is due him for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad.” If that passage were to be taken out of context it might lead people astray! As we look at the whole counsel of Scripture, we see a more complete picture of how God’s salvation works. In Old Testament times the prophet Isaiah said, “We have all become like one who is unclean, and all our righteous deeds are like a polluted garment” (Isaiah 64:6). That means that nothing we do counts toward our righteous standing before God. Paul says in Romans 3:20, that “no one will

be declared righteous in his sight by observing the law; rather, through the law we become conscious of sin.” Following the dos and don’ts of the law will never get anybody right with God. For a person to stand before God on the day of judgment and show Him their good deeds as their admission price into heaven is like going shopping and gathering the items you want to purchase in a local store and at the check-out counter trying to pay for the goods with some other currency. The cashier will say, “That money if no good here!” So then, how do we get right with God? How do we obtain salvation? A crowd of people by the Sea of Galilee shortly after Jesus had fed the 5,000 had the same question. “They said therefore to Him, ‘What shall we do, that we may work the works of God?’ Jesus answered and said to them, ‘This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He has sent’” (John 6:2829). Paul reiterates those words in his letter to the Ephesians. He explains that, “by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, that no one should boast” (Ephesians 2:8-9). and to the church in Rome, “if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you shall be saved” (Romans 10:9). It’s as simple as that. That’s how you get saved! Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Lake Isabella.

Valley places of worship Kernville

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

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■ Faith Community Foursquare Church 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 am - 1 pm. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760379-5100. ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. Mountain Mesa ■ 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 2 and 3 p.m. 760-549-3186

Southlake/Weldon

■ 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 evening 4 p.m., 760-379-6935 ■ 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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2015 fee-free day-use recreation U.S. Forest Service Courier Recreation The U.S. Forest Service will waive fees at most of its day-use recreation sites several times in 2015, beginning with Monday, Jan. 19, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. “These fee-free days are our way of thanking our millions of visitors but also to encourage more people to visit these great public lands,” said U.S. Forest Service chief Tom Tidwell. “These lands belong to all Americans, and we encourage everyone to open the door to the great outdoors.” The 2015 scheduled fee-free days observed by the Forest Service are: ■ Jan. 19: Dr. Martin Luther King Day, honors the legacy of the civil rights leader and encourages Americans to participate in the MLK Day of Service ■ Feb. 16: Presidents’ Day, honoring our nation’s presidents with particular attention towards commemorating Presidents Washington and Lincoln. ■ June 13: National Get Outdoors Day, a day when federal agencies, nonprofit organizations and the recreation industry encourages healthy, outdoor activities. ■ Sept. 26: National Public Lands Day, the nation’s largest, single-day volunteer effort in support of public lands ■ Nov. 11: Veteran’s Day, commemorates the end of World War I and pays tribute to all military heroes past and present.

Agency units plan their own events. Contact your local forest for information. The fee-free program is in cooperation with other federal land management agencies under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. Fees are waived generally for day-use areas, such as picnic grounds, developed trailheads and destination visitor centers. Concessionaire-operated sites may be included in the waiver if the permit holder wishes to participate. Contact your local national forest or grassland to learn if your destination requires a fee and if that fee is waived. The mission of the U.S. Forest Service, part U.S. Department of Agriculture, is to sustain the health, diversity and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to state and private landowners, and maintains the largest forestry research organization in the world. Public lands the Forest Service manages contribute more than $13 billion to the economy each year through visitor spending alone. Those same lands provide 20 percent of the nation’s clean water supply, a value estimated at $7.2 billion per year. The agency has either a direct or indirect role in stewardship of about 80 percent of the 850 million forested acres within the U.S., of which 100 million acres are urban forests where most Americans live.

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■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business calls only, 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business calls only, 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only, 760-378-3055

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Anglers catch more than fish online Leah Sautelet, CDFW Courier Fishing The California Department of Fish a& Wildlife has launched an improved online Fishing Guide to help novice and experienced anglers plan successful fishing trips. The new guide is faster and provides detailed information about fish plants and fishing locations can be found at wildlife.ca.gov/Fishing/Guide. The map-based Fishing Guide allows users to research information about specific fishing locations by selecting from a drop down menu, clicking directly on the map or by searching for a specific address, city or zip code.

Other information displayed includes a link to driving directions, locations known to have quagga mussels and links to other pages, including fish planting information, regulations, license sales, boat launch facilities and a “safe to eat” portal. “We put a lot of effort into creating successful fishing opportunities across the state,” said CDFW Fisheries branch chief Stafford Lehr. “The new Fishing Guide will be a major tool that lets us share the useful information we have with the public and to help anglers of the state find new places to enjoy the sport.” CDFW welcomes comments or suggestions to improve the guide.

Youth essay wins lifetime of hunting Janice Mackey, CDFW Communications Courier Education The California Department of Fish & Wildlife and California Wildlife Officer Foundation are again co-sponsoring the “Passing on the Tradition” essay contest for young hunters. “Passing on the tradition of sportsmanship and ethical behavior is a vital part of our hunter education program,” said CDFW Hunter Education Program administrator Capt. Roy Griffith. “The California Wildlife Officer Foundation wanted to recognize one of the 21,000 students who pass through our program each year with a lifetime California hunting license, valued at more than $600.” Junior hunting license holders or

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youths less than 16 years old who earned a hunter education certificate in 2014 are eligible. Contestants need to submit an essay, 500 words or less, on what “Passing on the Tradition” of hunting means to them. Entries should be submitted via email at john.nores@wildlife. ca.gov. All entries must be received before Friday, Dec. 19. Essays will be reviewed and scored by CDFW Wildlife Officers and other CDFW representatives. For additional information, contact Lt. John Nores at 408-591-5174. The grand prize will be awarded during a special ceremony at the International Sportsmen’s Exposition show in Sacramento on Saturday, Jan. 10 at 3:30 p.m. The contest winner must be present with a guardian.

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Petroglyph, Continued from page 1 California. This cultural celebration invites all Native Americans to participate in a wonderful, diverse expression of tribe traditions and vibrancy. With a wide range of artisanal items like jewelry, instruments, paintings and more, the Pow Wow is a shopping destination for lovers of Native American culture. Traditional music, dance and food will

Calendar, Continued from page 2 Lake Isabella at 7 p.m. The Historical Society will also vote regarding next year’s board of directors. The nominees are: president, Rich Burdge; VP education, Dianne Anderson; VP museum, Bruce Vegter; VP social, Linda Kubisiak; VP Walker House, Diana Bach; treasurer, Chris Burdge; recording secretary, Virginia Snyder; corresponding secretary, Shirley Fisher; elected Board members will include; Ron Anderson, Ron Bach, Liz Bardos, Kathleen Creighton Fuchs, Erie Johnson, Sally Partin, Butch Partin, Al Price, Chet Rock and Robert Rusby. For more information contact 760-376-6683 ■ Christmas Craft Fair November 29 The Kern River Valley Art Association and the Kern River Valley Toys for Tots Christmas craft fair and Santa’s Village at

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accompany an incredible day of celebration and education. There will also be a street fair and family fun zone in the Balsam District of Ridgecrest, a prime downtown. More than 100 vendors will line boutique storefront. With food trucks, three stages with ongoing musical entertainment, shopping of all kinds, and community-minded organizations, this is a family event.

the Lake Isabella Art Park, 6113 Lake Isabella Blvd. For more information call 760-379-6162 or go to krvaa.org. ■ Lake Isabella Christmas Parade November 29 Contact the Kern River valley Chamber of Commerce at 760-379-5236 To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, send the information to us by email or on paper, either in person or by mail (our address is on page 2). Submissions must be received on Tuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is any cost, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by event date and space available. Submitted items deemed entirely or mostly business advertising will not be accepted. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or kernvalley.com.

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Fails under weight of muscle-mass Sam Struckhoff Courier Contributor

PICKS OF THE WEEK “The Expendables 3” (PG-13) -Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jet Li and a host of other big names resume their duties of being expandable without ever getting expended. A huge ensemble isn’t really the point of shoot ‘em up action flicks, but “The Expendables” offers us the hope that by simply cramming tons of old-school toughas-nails movie stars into one project, an awesome movie must form under the weight of all that muscle-mass. Of all the action movies to come out this year, this is absolutely the movie with the most crowded poster. Wesley Snipes and Antonio Banderas enter the line up, along with some younger actors with shorter resumes. Even fans of the franchise will be let down by the lack of surprises. Mel Gibson plays a funto-watch unhinged antagonist, which is almost a surprise. “The Giver” (PG-13) -- Jonas (Brenton Thwaites) lives in a blackand-white world where individuality and emotions are suppressed in the name of controlling conflict. When he comes of age, the community assigns him to be “The Receiver,” the one person who holds all of the community’s memories of what the world once was. As Jonas receives more memories from the Giver (Jeff Bridges), he starts to see things for what they really are. The beloved novel by Lois Lowry

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gets its own film adaptation just in time to cash in on the dystopian teen fiction trend in Hollywood. It doesn’t have the same impact as the novel, but it also steers clear of the cliches of the current genre -- no love triangles or werewolf fights. The story is there, but the pacing and drama don’t fly off of the screen. “The November Man” (R) -Here’s a premise that I’ve never seen before, and I’m not sure if audiences can handle it: A hardened ex-CIA agent gets pulled out of retirement for one more mission. He’s been backstabbed by some former pals, and he even has to go up against a younger operative that he himself trained! The plot has lots of twists and turns, but nothing outside genre standards. Pierce Brosnan gives a delightfully nuanced performance as the grizzled protagonist, but it’s not enough to raise this movie above the average. Average can still be good enough for a rental, especially if you need more globe-trotting spy battles. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

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I’ll bet you’re not upset… yet! Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist I’m not looking forward to 2015. The telephone will begin ringing, and won’t stop until probably February. Each call will be similar, some from Thal clients who didn’t respond to my offer to review their prescription coverage, and other callers needing help. The complaint will be the same, “I can't afford my medications any longer.” As I have said before, people on Medicare must review their Medicare Part D prescription coverage for 2015 now! The plan you have this year will be very different next year. Pretty much, the monthly premium will be a bit higher (not a big deal for many), but the benefits will change. The change in benefits is a really big deal. The retail price of drugs, even generics is climbing. And I don't mean a few dollars. Elisabeth Rosenthal reported in The New York Times on Oct. 7, “The prices of some generic drugs have soared more than 1,000 percent in the last year, and federal officials are demanding the generic drug makers explain the reasons or ace new regulation.” It seems that eight in 10 prescriptions are filled with generic drugs, and that in a 10-year period ending in 2012, generics saved more than $1.2 trillion in drug costs. They are going to focus on the 10 top generics that

had large price increases. Their findings: A bottle of 500 doxycycline, a decades-old antibiotic, rose from $20 in October of 2013, to $1,849 this year. Pravastatin, used to lower cholesterol, rose from $27 a bottle to $196 at the same time. One pill of digoxin, irreplaceable for some cardiac patients, rose from 11 cents in 2012, to $1.10 per pill this summer. Late last month, the lawmakers sent letters to 14 drug makers that make generic drugs, requesting explanations for price increases. I had one person complain about my research, saying that their cost couldn’t have jumped from a few hundred dollars a year to several thousand! It will. In recent weeks, while evaluating and making 2015 plan recommendations, I have seen, with my very own two tired and strained eyes, some generic drugs being moved from a low/no cost tier 1 or 2, to a tier three or four. What is a generic drug with a $8 co-pay this year, is not even on the plan’s formulary next year, and the cost is several hundred dollars a refill. Obviously, I recommended a different plan, but I fear those who do not research and compare all the plans available to them will be crying on the phone come January, and there is nothing that can be done until October, 2015. 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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Finding 12 percent return Dear Dave, I know you hate payday loan companies. Do you feel the same way about check-cashing Dear Dave, companies? Where can I find Brian mutual funds Dear Brian, with a 12 perCheck-cashing companies are not cent rate of a good deal, but they’re nowhere return? near as bad as payday lenders. All -Jason check-cashing businesses do is Dear Jason, Ramsey charge a fee to cash a check. There aren’t a Honestly, it’s kind of silly to me lot of them, but they are out there. that places like this can make money Currently, there are about 8,000 when all you different have to do is mutual funds walk into a floating ...it’s kind of silly to me that bank and open around. You places like this can make money an account. But have to get when all you have to do is walk there’s a peronline and do into a bank... some serious - Ramsey centage of our population that research, or people in finantalk with an cial circles call “unbanked.” This investing professional with the means they avoid banks for whatevheart of a teacher, but I own sever reason, but in the process they eral mutual funds that have an leave themselves susceptible to bad average annual return in excess of deals. So I don’t feel the same way 12 percent over the lifetime of the about check-cashing companies as I fund. do about payday lenders. It’s still not Now, do they make that every a financially smart move to pay a single year? Of course not. The storefront operation a fee to cash a figure I’m talking about is an avercheck, but these businesses aren’t age. I own one in particular that nearly as abusive as payday lenders. has done that for about 70 years. -Dave But the stock market in general has averaged less than 12 percent Dave Ramsey is a national radio a year since its inception. So yes, personality and the author of three New York Times bestselling books. with solid research and due diliHe offers financial advice as host of gence on the part of the investor, a nationally syndicated radio proit is possible to get that as an gram, “The Dave Ramsey Show.” average annual rate of return! For more financial help visit -Dave daveramsey.com. Dave Ramsey Courier Columnist

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Christmas craft affair in Isabella Art Park Kern River Valley Art Association Courier Gallery The Kern River Valley Art Association, serving artists and community since 1962, is hosting a Christmas craft fair in the Lake Isabella Art Park. Open to all media of original fine art and fine crafts. All work will be juried for new participants. No commercial, manufactured, imported and purchased for resale will be permitted. Artwork and crafts for sale must have the artist in attendance. Participants must have their

own display, no display will be provided. Spaces are 10x10-feet and are outside. A new participant is required to submit three photographs of their work, a photo of their display and a copy of their California resale license. For more information contact the show director, Jennifer Colley at artfest@krvaa.org or Teri Vellutini at 760-379-6162 or 602-5098806. Applications are available at krvaa.org, along with complete rules. The fair will also include a Santa’s Workshop, presented by the Kern River Valley Toys for Tots.

Small packages make world of difference Irene Martinsen Courier Outreach A small shoebox can have a big impact. What goes into packing the box is fun, but what comes out of it can be amazing. Be part of changing children’s lives all over the world through the power of a simple gift with Operation Christmas Child. The Kern River Valley’s Operation Christmas Child Collection Week is almost here. You can start dropping off your gift-filled shoeboxes for needy boys and girls at Faith Community, 20 West Panorama Drive, Wofford Heights, beginning Monday, Nov. 17. They will be open to receive shoeboxes from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily through Sunday, Nov. 23, and will pack cartons full of shoeboxes into volunteers’ trucks and

trailers on Monday morning, Nov. 24, for transport to waiting Samaritan’s Purse semi-trucks in Bakersfield. Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, a nondenominational organization led by Franklin Graham, which has provided physical aid to hurting people around the world since 1970. The OCC Shoebox Project became part of this outreach in 1993 and in its 20th year sent the 100 millionth shoebox to a hurting, needy child. Last year 8 million shoeboxes went to children living in extreme poverty, or in a refugee camp, or a wartorn country, or even in an area where a natural disaster had decimated their homes and their parents’ livelihoods. Children living in more than 100 countries have received a gift-filled shoebox in a time of need. Please join us in packing a shoebox or donate to Operation Christmas Child Samaritan’s Purse during Collection Week, Nov. 17-24.

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) While it seems that chaos is taking over, you get everything back to normal, even if it means being more than a little assertive with some people. Expect to hear more job-related news soon. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Expect to be able to move ahead with your workplace plans now that you have a good idea of what you might have to face. You also can anticipate a welcome change on the home front. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A quieter period settles in, giving you a chance to catch your breath, as well as allowing for more time to handle some important family matters. The arts dominate this weekend. Enjoy them. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The frustrations of last week have pretty much played themselves out. You should find things going more smoothly, especially with those all-important personal matters. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Once again, you find a creative way to resolve a pesky problem in short order. However, a matter involving a possible breach of confidence might need a bit more time to check out. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Reuniting with an old friend could lead to the sharing of some great new experiences. But be careful you don’t find yourself once again being super-critical or overly judg-

mental. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You should be seeing some positive results following your move toward repairing that unraveling relationship. There might be some setbacks, but staying with it ultimately pays off. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Encouraging a friendlier environment in the home could go a long way to help dissipate anger and resolve problems, especially those affecting children. It won’t be easy, but you can do it. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) A recent act of kindness is beginning to show some unexpected (but very welcome) results. On another note, expect to hear more about a possible move to another locale. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) The good news is that the sure-footed Goat can rely on his or her skill to get around obstacles in the workplace. The not-so-good news is that new impediments could turn up later. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) A change of pace is welcome but also confusing. Before you make decisions one way or another, be sure you know precisely what it is you’re being asked to do. PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Don’t fret if you don’t get the gratitude you think you’re owed for doing a nice thing for someone. There might be a good reason for that. In any event, what’s important is that you did it.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: RISING STAR FARM (2014 B5829). Street address of principal place of business: 4246 Heath Road, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Mailing address of business: 4246 Heath Road, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANT: Rising Star Farm, 4246 Heath Road, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a Limited Liability Company. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Megan Tackitt, Manager. This statement filed on 10/30/2014. Expires 10/30/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier November 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: ARLIE'S CLUB (2014 B5632). Street address of principal place of business: 5430 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 527, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Kernvale Club, Inc., 5430 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Date the business commenced: 05/15/1980. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Arlene M. Tibbetts, President. This statement filed on 10/21/2014. Expires 10/21/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier October 31, November 7, 14 and 21, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: THE BAKE SHOP (2014 B5554). Street address of principal place of business: 312 Solecita Way, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Mailing address of busi-

ness: 312 Solecita Way, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANTS: Barbara Jane Haney, 312 Solecita Way, Bakersfield, CA 93314 and Scott Austin Fillmore, 312 Solecita Way, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a General Partnership. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Barbara Haney. This statement filed on 10/15/2014. Expires 10/15/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier October 31, November 7, 14 and 21, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: TILLY CREEK WOOD WORKS (2014 - B5703). Street address of principal place of business: 1 Oak Place, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: 24 Optima, San Clemente, CA 92672. REGISTRANT: James Andrew Ferrara, 24 Optima, San Clemente, CA 92672. Date the business commenced: 02/01/2014. Business is being conducted as an Individual. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: James Andrew Ferrara. This statement filed on 10/24/2014. Expires 10/24/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier October 31, November 7, 14 and 21, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: A CUT ABOVE HAIR AND NAIL SALON (2014 - B5828). Street address of principal place of business: 20608 South Street, #D, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 20608 South Street, #D, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANTS: Jeffrey Allen Hite, 29700 Goldspike Road, Tehachapi, CA 93561 and Anne Marie Drennan, 29700 Goldspike Road, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a Married Couple. Notice: In accordance with sub-

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division (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Anne Drennan. This statement filed on 10/30/2014. Expires 10/30/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier November 14, 21, 28 and December 5, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: LE CREUSET FACTORY STORE (2014 - B5570). Street address of principal place of business: 5701 Outlets at Tejon Parkway, Suite 915, Arvin, CA 93203. Mailing address of business: 114 Bob Gifford Boulevard, Early Branch, SC 29916. REGISTRANT: Schiller Stores, Inc., 114 Bob Gifford Boulevard, Early Branch, SC 29916. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Donald R. Hildebrand, Vice President. This statement filed on 10/16/2014. Expires 10/16/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier November 14, 21, 28 and December 5, 2014.

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Lake Isabella (next to NAPA) is hosting the “Be an Angel” gift program, running through Monday, Dec. 8. Parents may sign up eligible children at the Family Resource Center until Monday, Dec. 8. “Angels” are placed on the KRV Family Resource Center lobby Christmas tree with the child’s age, gender and three wishes for “something special.” Agencies, organizations or individuals can visit and “adopt” a child or a set of siblings until Monday, Dec. 8. Donations are also accepted. Distribution will be to the parent or guardian of the child. Gifts need to be brought to the Family Resource Center, unwrapped, by Tuesday, Dec. 9. All donations will remain anonymous. Parents must pick up gifts Wednesday, Dec. 17 or Thursday, Dec. 18 between 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m. The Angel Gift Program is for children 11 to 18 years old, who are no longer eligible for “Toys for Tots” due to their age. Children must live in the household and be attending school (18 year olds in high school). Go visit them at the Kern River Family Resource Center or call 760-3792556.

You can help This holiday season, the Salvation Army is asking if you can help our neighbors celebrate a better holiday season. There are many areas where you can help, from bell ringing to gathering food and supplies for distribution. Throughout the year cooks are needed to serve the homeless and in disaster shelter situations. Donations during this time of year help throughout next year to assist with propane, electric, water bill, prescription, medical and transportation emergencies. Food is a critical need now and in the foreseeable future. If you would like to help your community, contact The Salvation Army at 760-3794600, or drop by the office at The Community Christian Service Center, 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Donations may be mailed to The Salvation Army, P.O. Box 2786, Lake Isabella, California, 93240.

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Dam, Continued from page 1 Isabella Blvd. and other relocation construction work scheduled to begin in 2016. ■ The Isabella Lake Dam Hydraulic model and its innovated a c c o rd i o n - s h a p e d labyrinth weir design were featured in the Utah State University College of Engineering's 2014 magazine. Engineering experts with the Corps and Utah State’s water lab worked together to incorporate one of the most innovative dam refurbishment designs into the safety upgrades for the Isabella Dam. ■ The Corps is planning to host two public information meetings on Friday, Nov. 21 in Kernville, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the K e r n v i l l e Chamber of C o m m e r c e Community Room, 11447 Kernville Road and Lake Isabella, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kern River Valley Senior Center, Veterans Room 1, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., to provide an overall progress update on the Lake Isabella Dam project.

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Rump roast - left to right is Shayla Alexander, Makaylah Forbes, Kaitlyn Collins.

Showmanship, Continued from page 1 7th, pee wee showmanship; 7th, poster. Kaila Gholson - 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 6th, Holland Lops. Theo Strawter - 3rd, showmanship Raven Strawter - 1st, showmanship. Aiden Scultz - 3rd, junior showmanship; 3rd, county Red Robin junior class small animal competition; best opposite breed; 4th, class; 3rd, costume contest. Lydon Oliveras - 1st, Showmanship; best of breed light weight; Reserve, all other light weight.

■ Sheep Group, Market Classes:

Molly Wellmerling - 1st, light weight crossbred. Hannah Hurley - 2nd, light weight crossbred. Tyler Strange - 3rd, light weight crossbred. Sierra Noble - 4th, middle weight Hampshire; penned for senior showmanship finals. Maddy Hurley - 5th, middle weight Hampshire. Caitlyn Siratt - 6th, heavy weight crossbred; 2nd, Kern Bred and Fed.

The sheep group placed 2nd in the clean barn/exhibit award. ■ Poultry Group: Noah Alexander - 2nd in breed (rooster); 1st, breed (hen). Avery Keverline - 1st, 3rd, 4th, Chukar; 2nd, American Standard Rooster; 2nd, 4th, 5th, Hens; 2nd, Heritage Turkey; 12th, Market Turkey. Delaney Lykins - 1st, showmanship; 3rd, poster; 2nd, costume contest; 2nd, breed (rooster). Jackson Weghorst -1st, Tolbunt; 2nd, white created chocolate chicken. Jaiden Jimerson - 2nd, Pee Wee Showmanship; 2nd, poste; 3rd, costume, with his Belgian D’Anvers. Bethany Downing - 1st, duck.

■ Swine Group:

Sierra Noble - 6th, market; 10th, market. Theo Strawter - 1st, market. Kaila Gholson - 2nd, class. Anne Keverline - 8th, market; final drive of Barrow show; 3rd, market; Champion, Junior Swine Showmanship; 3rd, Junior Master Showmanship.

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