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Happy Thanksgiving Fall color and late afternoon light the lower Kern Canyon. Thanksgiving is a time for reflection and gratitude.
Friday low 33° Patchy clouds Saturday high 56° Sunny but cool Saturday low 29° Partly cloudy
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Which came first?
The turkey or Thanksgiving? The history of the Thanksgiving turkey is a bit of a mystery. Nobody knows exactly how this particular bird earned a place of honor at the table each November, but historians have a few different theories. Thanks to letters kept by early American settlers, we know that when the colonists sat down to dine with the Wampanoag Indians, beef and fowl were on the menu. This historical meal would later become known as the first Thanksgiving. Although historians cannot say for sure which types of fowl were served up that day, a letter written by pilgrim Edward Winslow mentions a turkey hunting trip before the meal. Another theory attributes the Thanksgiving turkey to the Queen of England. During the 16th century, a fleet of Spanish ships sunk on their way to attack England. According to legend, the queen received this news while eating dinner. She was so thrilled that she ordered another goose be served. Some historians say early settlers so inspired roasted a turkey in-stead. The wild turkey is a native bird of North America. As a result, Benjamin Franklin claimed the turkey was a more suitable national bird than the bald eagle. Not everyone agreed. The bald eagle may be America’s bird 364 days a year, but the turkey has one day all to itself: Thanksgiving.
Michael Batelaan Courier Holidays Just when you thought you had recovered from the Thanksgiving table, Saturday November 26 starts a full day of holiday activities. ■ Toys 4 Tots Pancake Breakfast In support of the annual Lake Isabella Christmas Parade and to raise money for toys for Kern Valley girls and boys, the Rotary Club of Kern River Valley will again hold a pancake breakfast before the Lake Isabella Christmas Parade on Saturday. It will be held in the KRV Senior Center starting at 9 a.m. The cost is $7 person ($6 if you bring an unwrapped gift for either the KRV Toys 4 Tots or Be An Angel Program). You can also drop off gifts to those programs without having break-
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Four wildfires, Hidden, Meadow, Jacobson, and Slate Fires, burning above Springville on the Sequoia National Forest will continue to smolder and burn until wet weather arrives.
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fast, if you wish. Breakfast will consist of pancake, pork sausage, coffee, cocoa, juice or tea. Proceeds from the breakfast will be divided between the KRV Toys 4 Tots and Family Resource Center's Be An Angel Program. For more information online about those programs, go to Facebook.com/ KRVToysForTots and krvfrc.org/be-anangel.html. ■ Lake Isabella Christmas parade A tradition for the last 38 years down Lake Isabella Blvd. It brings many residents together to join in the community spirit of the season. The parade starts at 11 a.m. ■ Christmas toy store for pets The KRV Snip and Tip Program for Feral Cats is hosting this event at the Lake Isabella Downtown Swap Meet for all your fur babies. Toys, beds, carriers, feeders, etc, plus homemade crafts from our volunteers at Friends of the Kern County Animal Shelters
Despite cooler temperatures, the brief periods of higher humidity hasn't dampened the vegetation enough to extinguish the fires. ■ The lightning caused Hidden Fire, burning in the Golden Trout Wilderness and along the eastside of Mountain Home Demonstration State Forest, has grown to 404 acres. Firefighters from the Forest Service and CAL FIRE are working to contain the western edge of the fire along a road, and the southern edge along a trail in the Silver Creek drainage. The fire is expected to continue spreading fur-
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Foundation. ■ Kernville Shop Hop Join local merchants on November 26 from 2 to 8 p.m. in Circle Park as they kick off Christmas in Kernville during National Small Business Saturday. There will be vendors, raffles, prizes and great deals from the Kernville merchants. Pick up your Shop Hop treasure map at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce booth on Piute St. to learn about all the deals available only during the Shop Hop. ■ Parade of Giving Join the Parade of Giving toy drive for local children that starts at 4 p.m. in Circle Park in Kernville. Line up starts at 3:45. The Parade goes down the streets of Kernville. This is the tradition started by George Randall. ■ Santa in Circle Park Santa arrives in Circle Park Saturday at 5 p.m. If you miss this, he will be in Circle Park every Friday and Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. until December 23.
ther into the Wilderness, up the North Fork of the Middle Fork Tule River drainage. ■ The lightning caused Meadow Fire, located east of the Trail of 100 Giants in the Western Divide Ranger District, is being managed to achieve resource benefits. This fire has reached an estimated 1724 acres in a forest of mixed conifer impacted by the recent tree mortality. Interior pockets of dry vegetation continue to smolder and
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Christmas parade Saturday Michael Batelaan Courier On parade "Hometown Heroes and Pride" will be the theme for the 39th annual Lake Isabella Christmas Parade that takes place Saturday, Novvember 26 starting at 11 a.m. Santa, along with autos, floats, equestrian, drill and walking unit entrants, is expected to parade the boulevard. This year's Grand Marshal is Jeanette Rogers- Erickson. The parade begins at the four way stop on Lake Isabella Blvd by the Crossroads Shell and winds up at the intersection of Crestview Ave. and Lake Isabella Blvd. Parade spectators are encouraged to bring the whole family and visiting guests, wear warm clothing and bring chairs along. Hungry before the Christmas Parade? The Rotary Club of Kern River Valley will again hold a pancake breakfast before the parade on Saturday. It will be held in the KRV Senior Center starting at 9 a.m. The cost is $7 person, $6 with an uwrapped toy.
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water data: Monday, 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 88,725 acre-feet 2016 Reservoir peak 153,102 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 121 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 137 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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■ Thanksgiving dinner November 24 Kernville United Methodist Church friends and family invite those who may be alone but have memories to share of the historic Kernville Methodist Church, to join them for Thanksgiving Day dinner 251 Big Blue Road. Served from 1 to 3 p.m. Call 760 376-2751. ■ Christmas parade pancake breakfast November 26 In support of the annual Lake Isabella Christmas Parade and to raise money for toys for Kern Valley girls and boys, the Rotary Club of Kern River Valley will again hold a pancake breakfast before the Lake Isabella Christmas Parade. It will be held in the KRV Senior Center starting at 9 a.m. The cost is $7 person ($6 if you bring an unwrapped gift for a child). Proceeds will be divided between the KRV Toys 4 Tots program and Family Resource Center's Be An Angel Program.
hosting this event at the Lake Isabella Downtown Swap Meet for all your fur babies. Toys, beds, carriers, feeders, plus homemade crafts at Friends of the Kern County Animal Shelters. Call 760-417-2000.
Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon. For information call, Yazid Alawgarey 661-3365200 X203, email yalawgarey@capk.org or see facebook.com/rotarykrvfood.
■ Christmas Shop Hop November 26 Celebrate Small Business Saturday from 2 to 8 p.m. in downtown Kernville. There will be vendors, raffles, prizes and great deals from the Kernville merchants. Pick up your Shop Hop treasure map at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce booth on Piute St. to learn about all the deals available only during the Shop Hop.
■ Keepers of the Kern November 28 Help care for the Upper River, 9 a.m. Meet at the parking area across from Headquarters Campground just above Riverkern. For information on how to become a Trash Warrior or to support Keepers projects, call 760-376-2963, 360-324-8178 or 760-376-6459 or email keepersofthekern@gmail.com.
■ Parade of Giving November 26 Join the Parade of Giving toy drive for local children that starts at 4 p.m. in Circle Park in Kernville. Line up starts at 3:45. The Parade goes down the streets of Kernville.
■ Hometown Heroes and Pride November 26 The annual Lake Isabella Christmas parade has been a tradition for the last 38 years. It brings many residents together to join in the community spirit of the season. The parade starts at 11 a.m. Call 760-379-5236.
■ Santa in Circle Park November 26 Santa arrives in Circle Park at 5 p.m.! If you miss this, he will be in Circle Park every Friday and Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. until Christmas.
■ Christmas toy store for pets November 26 KRV Snip and Tip Program for Feral Cats is
■ Commodities distribution November 28 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify at the New Life
Regular activities Fridays
■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (3rd Fri.) Valley Caregiver Resource Center caregiver support at CCS, 2731 Nugget Ave. Lake Isabella. 661-821-1626.
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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 Community Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. Dark July/August.
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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 ■ 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, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762. ■ 9:30 -11:30a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Hall Lake Isabellaa. 760-379-5986 or 661-867-2579.
■ 10:00 a.m., T.A.P. Thought and Perception or, Tank Park, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3304. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon (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. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion and Auxiliary Post 711Veterans/Senior Hall Lake Isabella. Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts. 760-223-3050 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. ■ 9:30 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. 760379-3877. ■ 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. (1st Thurs.) Kern River Rockhound Club. MGM Jewelry Store, 6749 Wofford Blvd. Wofford Heights. 760-812-1120. ■ 7 p.m. (4th Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, 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.
■ Prayer Breakfast December 1 The community is invited to join in prayer at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. Then join in at Tank Park for Prayer in the Park noon to 1 p.m. Call Bill Blanton at 760-891-6942. ■ Santa in Circle Park December 2 and 3 Santa will be in Circle Park every Friday and Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. until Christmas. ■ Honor Vietnam veterans December 3 The Kern River Community of Wofford Heights, with support from KRV organizations and businesses, salute our veterans for their selfless sacrifice and service, this year honoring Vietnam veterans at the Reel Cinema, at 11 a.m. For more information contact Darlene at 760-376-6803 or Connie at 661-435-1004. ■ Star Party December 3 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club is holding a Star Party starting at sunset at the Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville (look for the orange cones about 1 mile S of McNally's). Bundle up; bring some hot chocolate or coffee, and a lounge chair. For more info, contact Rich Burdge at 760-3766290 or email him at richburdge@aol.com. ■ Friends of the Library used book sale December 5 and 6 They've added a Sneak Preview day, the Monday before the 1st Tuesday sale. The next FOL book sale will be Monday, from 4 to 6 p.m. (Sneak Preview) and Tuesday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ■ AARP Driver Safety Program December 7 The Next AARP Driver Safety Program will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Faith Community Church in Wofford Heights 20 Panorama Dr. Participants must attend the entire day. The course does not involve driving, but does emphasize safe driving procedures for older drivers. In California, a certificate of course completion usually entitles the participant to a reduction in their auto insurance. To enroll, call instructor Gene Verbeet at 760-417-0579. Fees are $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Class size is limited. ■ Santa in Circle Park December 9 and 10 Santa will be in Circle Park every Friday and Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. until Christmas. ■ KRV First Veteran's Stand Down December 10 American Legion Auxiliary KRV Veteran's Stand Down from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kern Valley Veteran's/Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. Get benefits information, health services and screenings, employment services, counseling and substance abuse services. There will be food, refreshments, personal care items, blankets and more. Please bring your military ID or DD214 if available. For information, call Anna Backham at 760-812-9172 or Samantha Kessler at 760-985-9547. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received by 1 p.m. on Tuesday to make Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public. Any cost must be listed. Items submitted for a free Calendar listing may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by date, event, and space available. Items deemed general business advertising will not be accepted. Information compiled from direct submissions to office@kernrivercourier.com and krvmastercalendar. com.
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Dissolution of the Fish and Game Habitat Club Due to a lack of membership, the Fish and Game Habitat Club is in the process of dissolving the club, as a charitable organization. The process will take some time due to legal implications as a 501(c)3 charity. The Junior Pheasant Hunt, as is the Kid's Fishing Derby, will no longer be sponsored by the FGHC. The good news is, the Elks Lodge 2358 of Wofford Heights and the Elks Lodge 1913, of Ridgecrest is going to try to pick up the slack. We truly appreciate their support for these important junior and children's events. I would also like to commend the members that tried to keep the FGHC alive as long as possible. Special thanks to Jack Hays, Sr. and his friend that started the club in 1986. There are too many members in the past that I am not familiar with that I wish to express my appreciation. So, needless to say, we thank the local merchants and local folks for their support. Dick Miller, FGHC president Lake Isabella
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As we get close to Thanksgiving I have noticed that many of us think back to earlier days and the good times that have happened in years past. In particular most of Middleworth us think of the holiday dinners, where family and friends sat around the dinner table eating and enjoying a big juicy turkey with all the trimmings. Not once have any of us given a thought as to what the turkey felt about those same dinners. I came across a poem purportedly written by a turkey which expressed his feelings. He called this poem: Christmas Is Coming but First there's November When I was a young turkey, new to the coop My big brother Mike, took me out to the stoop, Sitting me down, he spoke very slow And told me 'Twas something I needed to know'. His look and his tone, I will always remember When he told me the horrors of ... Black November! Sometime about August. Now listen to me you'll get extra meals, instead of just three! And so you'll be thick, where once you were thin, And you'll grow a red, rubbery thing 'neath your chin. And then one morning, when you're warm in your bed In bursts the farmer's wife, and hacks off your head! Then she'll pluck out your feathers, so
you're bald and you're pink And she'll scoop out your insides, and leave you in the sink. And then comes the worse part, he said I'm not bluffing, She'll open you up and pack you with stuffing. Well the rest of his words were too grim to repeat I sat on the stoop, like a winged piece of meat! And vowed to myself to avoid being cooked, I'd have to lay low and remain overlooked. I began a new diet, of nuts and granola, High roughage salads, juice and diet cola. As turkeys ate pastries, chocolates and crepes, I stayed in my room and watched Jane Fonda tapes! I maintained my weight of two pounds and a half, And tried not to notice when the bigger birds laughed. But 'twas I who was laughing, under my breath, As they chomped and they chewed ever closer to death!! And sure enough..when Black November rolled around, I was the last turkey left in the turkey compound. So now I'm a pet, in the farmers wife's lap, I haven't a worry, so I eat and I nap. She held me today, while sewing and humming, And smiled at me saying...."Christmas is coming". Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell.
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Veteran's benefit assistance now at the Library The Kern River Valley Branch Library in Lake Isabella is happy to announce the kickoff of a new service being offered to veterans in the Kern Valley. California public libraries, in partnership with California Department of Veterans Affairs and with the help of local volunteers, have opened a Veterans Resource Center at the Kern River Valley library to help provide veteran's benefits and local service information to veterans and their families. Our volunteers are here to assist you every Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m.
Sign of the times in need of restoration
Give local on Giving Tuesday Black Friday is this Friday, November 25. Cyber Monday is next Monday, November 28. If funds are left after those two spending days, consider Giving Tuesday November 29, a day of giving around the world. Choose one or more of your favorites to support. It could be the Kern Valley Art Association, Erskine Fire recov-
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The Kernville Historical Museum has acquired an old wooden sign. This sign has been left out on the open since 1963 and is need of repainting. The sign is approximately 7"x7' in size. It is a sign that was for a dairy that used to distribute milk to the whole community and the schools. It has a cartoon aspect of a brown cow with a daisy in her mouth. There is some lettering on it as well. The museum wondered if an artist would be interested in restoring the paint work on the sign. They will provide all the materials needed but there would be no compensation. Please call Diane Anderson at 760-379-1123 or cell 661-203-2847 if you would be interested in helping them preserve this piece of our history.
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Local businesses (outside of Kernville or home based) are you ready for Small Business Saturday? Would you like to come up to Kernville and offer shoppers great Holiday Shopping Deals? Join them on November 26 from 2 to 8 p.m. in Circle Park as they kick off Christmas in Kernville during National Small Business Saturday. Booth space is free with a donation of a new unwrapped toy for our Christmas in Kernville Toy Drive. If you are a business already in the downtown area, let the Kernville Chamber know if you would like to participate. They will publish your sales for the world to see! The deadline is November 23rd. Call the Chamber for an application or if you have any questions at 760-376-2629.
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Thanksgiving Holiday: November 25 issue Deadline: Noon Friday, November 18. Christmas Holiday: December 23 issue Deadline: Noon Thursday, December 15. New Years Holiday: December 30 issue Deadline: Noon Friday, December 16.
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Mind pollution Dan Schlensker Courier Columnist When somebody mentions "mind pollution" people typically think of pollutants like pornography, materialism, naturalism, hedoSchlensker nism, or maybe even politics. Somewhat more insidious and far more frequent are every-day pollutants like anger, guilt, lust, greed and worry. These all produce varying degrees of personal mental and emotional trauma. It has been said that our minds are often "trauma trashcans." And the trash in those cans can lead to dismal feelings and sleepless nights. The other day I was looking for a parking place in the Kern Valley Plaza shopping center parking lot. I saw a desirable place being vacated at the end of the aisle, and I headed toward it. As the driver left the space and backed into the aisle, the driver of the car across the aisle also backed out and tagged the first car's bumper ever so slightly. The hit driver pulled away a bit, stopped and got out to assess the minimal damage. Where she stopped made an opening plenty wide for my vehicle with room to maneuver into the vacated space, so, being somewhat impatient I made an attempt to get into the vacated space. Having misjudged the geometry, I was unable to get into the parking space without complicated maneuvering, so I went on through the opening
between the vehicles involved in the accident to find another parking place. In my thoughtless impatience, I had impeded the driver of the hit car from getting to the other car, and it was apparent from her words that the driver, who'd gotten out of her car, was more than a little irritated and annoyed with me. I hadn't intended to make her angry, but I had been thoughtless, and I wanted to apologize. By the time I parked, though, and got back to where the mishap had occurred, both drivers were gone. I had given offense and I knew it, and now I had to live with it. I was troubled with guilt. [So, if you happen to be that driver I offended, please accept my apology.] In any case, our minds and hearts can be traumatized by the trash in our lives for a variety of reasons and from many sources, ranging from guilt and remorse over our own mistakes and failures to anger and resentment over the offenses of other people toward us. We can be thankful that Jesus' death and damnation on the cross paid the total punishment price for all sin and disobedience, and when we are believing and trusting in Him we receive His peace, because both our sins and mistakes and those of others, who offend us, have been paid for. That means we are forgiven and are able to forgive others, so we can let Jesus empty our trauma trashcan every day of our lives. Thank God for that! Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Lake Isabella.
Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey Kernville
■ Kernville First Baptist Church 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 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
Wofford Heights
■ Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 ■ Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m. ■ Canyon Hills Kern River Valley 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & Thursday 6 p.m. 760-376-6402 ■ Faith Community North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416
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■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school 10:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093
■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3810 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.,Tue. Ladies study 10 a.m., Wed. mid-week 5 p.m. 760-379-0004 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 ■ Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun. 9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296 Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ 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. ■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 7 p.m. Wednesday 760-549-3186
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■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).
1. Is the book of Jonah in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Luke 3, whose voice was of one crying in the wilderness? Joseph, John the Baptist, Andrew, Paul 3. How many times did the Israelites march around the walls of Jericho? 1, 2, 7, 13 4. Whose eye was Moses referring to in the song, "The apple of his eye"? Own, Lord, Idol, Storm 5. How many chariots did King Solomon possess? 130, 560, 1,180, 1,400 6. From I Kings 17, the ravens brought Elijah bread and ... ? Water, Oil, Flesh, Nuts
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1) Old; 2) John the Baptist; 3) 13; 4) Lord; 5) 1,400; 6) Flesh
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Friday, November 25, 2016 www.kernrivercourier.com Black Friday
Trends and tips to "shop smart" Better Business Bureau Courier Release "Black Friday" also known as the day after Thanksgiving, is the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season. Consumer's brave long crowds and stay up through the midnight hours at brick-and-mortar locations to get those once a year deals, making Black Friday the single busiest shopping day of the year. Consumers plan to spend an average of $935.58 this holiday shopping season. According to Adobe, online holiday sales for 2016 are set to increase by 11 percent and reach $91.6 billion. In 2015, Black Friday generated $2.74 billion in online sales. This year, Adobe is predicting online sales for Black Friday to pass the 3 billion dollar mark for the first time in holiday shopping history. There is also evidence of a shift in the way shoppers are researching and buying, as well as 82 percent of shoppers use their phone while they shop to look up reviews on products and compare prices, while 61 percent of shoppers researched sales prior to Thanksgiving. If you're not sure what to get for someone this holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation's annual consumer spending survey, gift cards still remain the most popular gifts, sought by 61 percent, followed by clothing and accessories, books, cd's and DVDs, consumer electronics, sporting goods and home improvement items. According to that survey, consumers
plan to spend an average of $935.58 during the holiday shopping season with 57 percent shopping at department stores and online, and at discount stores. The busiest stores on Black Friday are often electronic stores with foot traffic being the heaviest between 2-4 p.m. Better Business Bureau Serving Central California and Inland Empire Counties recommend the following tips this shopping season. ■ It's alright to look-up reviews or compare prices using public Wi-Fi, but it's best to avoid logging on to any of your banking sites or other sites with sensitive personal information. Public Wi-Fi is often vulnerable to thieves. ■ Many stores communicate their best Black Friday deals to people who have signed up to receive their emails. Just remember, you should never send cash or credit card information directly in respond to an email you receive, even if it seems legit. It could be a scam. ■ With all the promotional emails you'll be receiving during the holidays, scammers will be out in full force. It's best not to click on any links in emails from senders you don't recognize. ■ Asking for a gift receipt can be tucked into a gift item or card so that the recipient can return or exchange a gift if it's not just right. ■ Read product reviews, check out BBB.org/ccie for Business Reviews, look at the sales flyers and ads, compare prices, and look for early promotions. For tips on searching online, check out BBB Digital IQ.
Announcements, Continued from page 3 ery efforts, Kern River Fish Hatchery, Kern Valley Museum, Lake Isabella skate park effort, and/or any of many other worthwhile efforts in the Kern River Valley.
Hot Springs Valley wetlands acquisition Thanks to a match commitment from a generous local donor to cover half the final $35,000 needed, $17,500 in new donations will complete the fund raising for the $825,000 acquisition of the 190 acre Hot Springs Valley Wetlands Project property in Lake Isabella. Escrow is projected to close December 28 meaning the $825K must be in escrow before then. To help finish off this acquisition knowing your donation will be doubled by a generous donor, fully tax deductible, end-of-year check donations of any size may be mailed to KRVHF, PO Box 1249, Lake Isabella, California 93240. Online donations may be made using the "Donate" page on the KRVHF web site krvhf.org.
Kern River Valley Community Fund Match Fund This permanently endowed fund has reached the $200,000 initial goal meaning grants will be awarded year after year, for good forever starting in 2017. A match fund still has $10,000 meaning every donation (fully tax deductible) will be matched dollar for dollar up to $10,000. Checks go to "Kern Community Foundation" with a note stating "for the Kern River Valley Community Fund match program." Mail to KRVCF c/o Kern Community Foundation, 3300 Truxtun Ave, Suite 220, Bakersfield, CA 93301. For on-line donations, go to facebook.com/KRVCF, scroll down past the photos to the posts and click on the link in any of the rectangles surrounding "Kern Community Foundation: Kern River Valley Community Fund." Then scroll down a little bit to "How to Contribute" and go from there.
Permanent sign donor recognition At $10 per name recognition, the Kern River Valley Heritage Foundation is accepting donations leading to temporary, then permanent name recognition on signs at the Hot Springs Valley Wetlands property off Lake Isabella Blvd across from Kern Valley Plaza - $10 for one name, $20 for two names, and so forth. Add your personal and "In Memory of..." names to over 550 names to date with a fully tax deductible, end-ofyear check donation to KRVHF, PO Box 1249, Lake Isabella, California 93240. On-line donations may be made using the "Donate" page on the KRVHF web site - krvhf.org. As a bonus, a local donor will match your donation dollar for dollar.
Boat permits are now available for sale online. Kern Co. Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce that 2017 Kern County Annual "All Lakes" and "Lake Isabella Only" boat permits are now available for sale online. For additional information, please contact the Kern County Parks and Recreation Department at 661-868-7000 during regular business hours, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. To place your boat permit order by phone, call the above number.
Candy and bake sale at your local Food Pantry Your local Food Pantry is having a candy and bake sale, ongoing until Christmas. The purpose of the sale is to raise money for the 150 food boxes the Pantry gives away to low income families of the Kern Valley and also to help buy the toys for the little ones. You can help by bringing in candy and baked goods of any kind, to 4621 Lake Isabella Blvd. or call 760-379-4825. Bring in a bag of candy or a baked item once a week until Christmas and receive a gift from the Food Pantry on December 24.
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Be thankful Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist I am very thankful to Medicare. There are so many benefits, it would take several pages to elaborate on them all. These benefits are typically free to all people on Thal the original Medicare alone or with a supplement. "Welcome to Medicare" is typically the first benefit most people are unaware of. This is a preventative visit with your primary care provider during the first 12 months of Medicare Part B enrollment. This one time introductory visit includes a review of their medical and social history related to their health and education as well as counseling about preventive services, including certain screenings, shots, and referrals for other care, if needed. This visit is covered one time and is not required for the beneficiary to be covered for yearly "Wellness" visits. The annual "Wellness visit" is for all of us beyond the "Welcome" visit and includes a review of their medical and social history related to their health and education as well as counseling about preventive services, including certain screenings, shots, and referrals for other care, if needed. This visit is covered one time and not required for the beneficiary to be covered for future yearly "Wellness" visits. People who have had Part B for longer than 12 months can get a year-
ly "Wellness" visit to develop or update a personalized plan to prevent disease and disability based on their current health and risk factors. For both the introductory and annual visits, Medicare beneficiaries pay nothing if their doctor accepts assignment, and the Part B deductible doesn't apply. And here is why I am thankful this and every Thanksgiving. Sounds a bit gross, when we equate Thanksgiving with food and family, but the Medicare benefit is colorectal cancer screenings. Medicare covers several types of colorectal cancer screening tests to help find precancerous growths or find cancer early, when treatment is most effective. Depending on the type of test, the Medicare beneficiary may pay nothing or may pay coinsurance and/or a copay, as applicable. As I have a Medicare Supplement, I paid nothing and continue to be under observation with no cost out of pocket. But, my covered screening (colonoscopy) detected colon cancer. I am thankful it was caught early enough to be removed during surgery a week after detection, and all follow-up visits, blood tests, CT Scans and Pet Scans have been clear. That is a lot to be thankful for…more quality time with my family and friends. For a full list of screenings available, please feel free to call my office. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106), on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at harrythal@aol.com or harrythal.com.
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California Living Museum
California condors introduced to museum’s animal collection
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Robert Meszaros, CALM Courier Must see The California Living Museum introduced its newest residents, two male California condors. The birds were recently transferred to CALM from the Jonsson Center for Wildlife Conservation in Clackamas, Ore., in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service California Condor Recovery Program. These are the first two condors to ever be housed at CALM. The endangered California condor is the largest land bird in North America, boasting a magnificent wingspan of 9.5 feet. Soaring on thermal air currents, California condors can reach speeds of 55 mph and altitudes of up to 15,000 ft. They can travel more than 150 miles per day in search of dead animals to scavenge. Condors locate carcasses with their keen eyesight (not by smell) by observing other scavengers assembled at a carcass and usually feed in groups. The California condor population steadily declined during the 20th century. By 1982 there were only 22 known to exist in the wild. The last of the free-flying condors were taken into captivity in 1987 in order to save the species from extinction. There were no California condors in the wild between 1988 and 1991. The California Condor Recovery Program started re-introducing captive-bred condors back into the wild in 1992. Releases continue to be conducted annually. Today, there are 240 free-
flying birds in California, Arizona, Utah, Baja California, and Mexico with another 210 in captivity. Lead poisoning is the primary impediment to the recovery of the California condor, and is likely one of the main factors that drove the species toward extinction. When animals are shot with lead bullets those bullets break into numerous small fragments. This poses a threat when condors consume these animals, or their gut piles. Once ingested, the lead is absorbed into the bloodstream, poisoning the bird. About 60 percent of wild condors are lead poisoned and about 20 percent tested per year have high enough blood-lead levels they require clinical treatment. In 2013, Gov. Jerry Brown signed legislation that will require the use of non-lead ammunition to be used when taking any wildlife with a firearm in California by 2019. "The California condor was the first species listed under the Endangered Species Act in 1973 and their losses are directly due to human impact," noted CALM's animal curator Donald Richardson. "We are so fortunate to be selected by the Condor Recovery Program to exhibit these magnificent birds and to be part of bringing the message of their conservation needs and their recovery to Kern County." CALM is located at 10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy (between Lake Ming and Hart Park). For more information, call CALM at 661-872-2256 or visit the website calmzoo.org.
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PICKS OF THE WEEK “The Secret Life of Pets” (PG) What do pets do when their humans aren't around? "Toy Story"-esque adventures is the answer here. Max (voiced by Louis C.K.) is a good dog living blissfully in a Manhattan apartment, until his owner (Ellie Kemper) brings home new pup, creating a canine rivalry. Tricked into leaving their dog walker, Max ends up on a cross-borough journey to find his way back home, evading animal control and the embittered gang of sewerdwelling critters abandoned by their owners and lead by a furious bunny (Kevin Hart). The cast of comedic voice actors assembled here is truly impressive. Jenny Slate wins as a pumped up Pomeranian who attaches herself to Max's cause. Al Brooks, Bobby Moynihan and Lake Bell also make great talking animals. Illumination Studios ("Despicable Me," plus the sequels and "Minions" spin-off) has a long way to go before denting the Pixar and Dreamworks juggernauts, but this feature has enough direction and humor to rise above the crowded field of derivative talking CG-critters. "Jason Bourne" (R) - In the fifth installment, Matt Damon's forgetful secret agent is still kicking, but it's not entirely clear why ... or why we need to continue caring. Bourne, now lying low in Greece, finds out that his father was apparently involved in the sinister government program that made him a killing machine. Now on a renewed
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quest for the truth and targeted by yet another wrinkled spymaster (Tommy Lee Jones in this one), Bourne once again must punch, drive and shoot his way to the answers he seeks. Director Paul Greengrass re-takes the reins for this one, but there's no bringing this character back to the excitement and urgency of the first movies. The action set-pieces are still bare-knuckled and satisfying, especially the vehicular mayhem in Vegas. "Don't Think Twice" (R) - A improv-troupe of best friends finds that one member's showbiz success creates a crisis for the rest of them. Written and directed by veteran stand-up comic Mike Birbiglia, the movie is dripping with truth recognizable even to those nowhere near the professional comedy game. Jack (Keegan Michael-Peele) is chosen to rise from the small stage of weekend improv to the big time of a SNL-type show. His supportive pals in the troupe (including Birbiglia, Gillian Jacobs, Kate Micucci and Chris Gethard) are in a difficult spot, congratulating their friend while wondering if they'll ever get their chance. © 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Pumpkin takes the cake
Bodfish Bob Bodfish Bob’s Pumpkin Cake 1 box yellow cake mix* 1 - 15 oz. can pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix) 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice 1 - 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk 1 - 16 oz. tub cool whip, thawed 1 - 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese 1 cup powdered sugar ½ bag Heath Bits or 3 crushed Heath bars or toffee bits* Caramel Sundae Sauce/Topping Preheat your oven to the temperature recommend by the cake mix (usually 350º). Mix together the pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice and dry cake mix. DO NOT add anything else. It will be very thick. (Using the 14 oz. can of pumpkin puree will yield a thicker batter. You can add up to 1 cup more pumpkin if you'd like a thinner batter (which will yield a slightly fluffier cake). Spread the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9 x 13 inch
pan and bake according to cake mix directions (350º for approx 23-28 minutes) or till toothpick comes out clean). Remove cake from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes after baking. Use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the top of the cake. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake. This should fill in the holes and soak into the cake. Smear it all over to make sure it gets into each of the holes. Refrigerate overnight for best results (this allows the milk to set in. I promise you will love it if you refrigerate it overnight). If you do not allow it to refrigerate overnight, it will not come out the same. Just prior to serving, combine cool whip, cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Remove cake from refrigerator and spread cool whip mixture over top of cake. Sprinkle on the Heath bits, and generously drizzle caramel over top. Cover and store any leftovers in the fridge. Notes: *Do NOT mix the other ingredients listed on the back of the cake mix. You are mixing together, ONLY the DRY cake mix and the pumpkin puree. A spice cake mix also works well with this recipe, but you would probably want to leave out the pumpkin spice or use a smaller amount. Variations: 1) You can actually use pretty much any kind of candy bits, however the heath/toffee bits mixed in this are to die for. 2) You can also combine ¾ bottle/jar of the caramel sauce with your sweetened condensed milk. 3) You can also substitute plain cool whip for the whipped cream/cream cheese/powdered sugar mixture.
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Map offers hunters real-time information Eric Keszler, Ducks Unlimited Courier Outdoors Earlier this fall, Ducks Unlimited launched its redesigned, responsive website at ducks.org. In conjunction, the DU Migration Map received a new look, improved user experience and exciting new features for waterfowl hunters. This interactive map allows hunters to post reports about waterfowl activity in their area. It also features reliable and timely reports from writers in each flyway by DU biologists and field editors. New this fall are the DU Migration Map that serves as the migration cornerstone of Waterfowl 360, the ultimate
resource for waterfowling information throughout the hunting season. Both programs are highlighted within the Ducks Unlimited App, which features the Waterfowler's Journal, waterfowl ID, membership and all migration tools and updates. Waterfowl 360 provides waterfowling tips and tactics, gear features, wild game recipes, retriever training lessons, shotgunning instruction, waterfowl identification and much more. Ducks Unlimited Inc. is the world's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving North America's continually disappearing waterfowl habitats. For more information on their work, visit ducks.org.
Bear encounters preventable Jordan Traverso, CDFW Courier Advisory Investigators from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife have concluded the investigation of a bear attack on a Southern California. CDFW is unable to confirm the current location of the bear. No further efforts will be made to trap and/or euthanize the bear. On Oct. 10, a 54-year-old hiker on national forest lands near Sierra Madre in Los Angeles County saw a bear on the trail in front of him, standing at his height. A few moments later, a second bear attacked him from the side, causing severe but not life-threatening injuries. The hiker was admitted to the hospital that day and has since been released. Wildlife officers and animal experts examined tracks and other evidence at the scene and believe that the first bear seen may have been a yearling (approximately 12-24 months old), while the second bear may have been its mother. The CDFW wildlife forensics lab, which analyzed evidence including DNA extracted from saliva on the victim's clothing, confirmed that the second bear was female. "If it was a mother bear and her young, and the hiker came between the two through no fault of his own, it was just bad luck for them both," said CDFW Senior Environmental Scientist Rick Mayfield. There are approximately 30,000 black bears in California. Bear attacks on humans are extremely rare, and there have been no recorded bear fatalities in California to date. Outdoor enthusiasts are reminded to be "Bear Aware" at all times while in animal habitat. Bears are attracted to anything that is edible or smelly. ■ At home, CDFW recommends purchasing a bear-proof garbage container and wait to put the trash out until the morning of collection day.
■ Don't leave trash, groceries or animal feed in your car. Keep garbage cans clean and deodorize them with bleach or ammonia. ■ Harvest fruit off trees as soon as it is ripe, and collect any fruit that falls. ■ Only provide bird feeders outside during November through March and hang feeders so they are inaccessible to bears. ■ Don't leave any scented products outside, even non-food items such as suntan lotion, insect repellent, soap or candles. Keep barbeque grills clean and keep pet food and pets inside. ■ Securely block access to potential hibernation sites such crawl spaces under decks and buildings. Keep doors and windows closed and locked. Scents can lure bears inside. ■ Consider installing motion-detector alarms, electric fencing or motion-activated sprinklers. Remove all food from homes or cabins that will be unoccupied for an extended period of time. Once conditioned to human sources of food, bears will seek them out, creating conflicts with humans. The bear's behavior will not stop voluntarily, and unless the nuisance behavior can be corrected, bears may have to be killed to ensure public safety. In order to avoid these deaths, food sources must be removed. Never feed a bear! If you encounter a bear in your yard, slowly back away and do not approach the bear. Allow the bear plenty of room to pass or withdraw. Once you are a safe distance away, encourage the bear to leave by banging pots and pans or making other loud noises. If you encounter a bear in your home, do not approach the bear, but remove yourself from danger. When safe, call 911. Do not block any exits that the bear may use to escape. For other tips on living with wildlife, please visit keepmewild.com. To report a bear problem, you can call 559-243-4005.
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Fire restrictions lifted by BLM David Christy, BLM Courier Release Due to better weather conditions, the Bureau of Land Management Bakersfield Field Office has lifted fire restrictions for BLM-managed lands in Tulare, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Madera and Kern counties. Visitors are no longer restricted to developed sites for campfires, charcoal grills or gas stoves. Free California campfire permits are required and may be obtained at any Forest Service, BLM or Cal Fire offices Despite the change in weather, visitors are asked to continue to be careful when using campfires, charcoal fires and gas stoves on BLM lands.
When you have a campfire, do the following: ■ Clear all flammable material away from the fire for a minimum of five feet in all directions. ■ Have a shovel available at the campfire site for preparing and extinguishing campfires. ■ Have a responsible person in attendance at all times. ■ Extinguish a campfire with water. Drown the fire, stir the coals and ash and feel for heat or warm spots. Continue the until the ash are cold. Fire officials urge the public to "Be Fire Safe" when visiting our forests and public lands. For more information, contact Ruth Ellison at 661-391-6000 ext. 6169.
Holiday Gift Program For 11 to 18 year old children Agencies, organizations or individuals can visit us to "adopt" individual children or a set of siblings. If a cash donation is received, we will purchase items from the child's wish list for you Parents may sign up eligible children November 2nd thru December 12th "Adoptions" are open through December 14th Cash donations joyfully accepted Once again thank you for your kindness and generosity This program is being sponsored by the KRV Family Resource Center 5109 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 760-379-2556
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■ U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646
7046 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-549-2100
■ Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.
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■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business only: 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only: 760-378-3055
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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: AMANDAGAIL PHOTOGRAPHY (2016-B6705), 15100 Hanna Lyn Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93314. Mailing address: 15100 Hanna Lyn Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANTS: AMANDA GAIL BAKER, 15100 Hanna Lyn Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93314. 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: Amanda Gail Baker. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/27/2016 and expires 10/27/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier November 11, 18, 25 and December 2, 2016. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: HNL PROPERTIES (2016-B6566), 6880 Raccoon Ridge, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address: PO Box 1065, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANTS: HARRY RAYMOND HALTERMAN, 6880 Raccoon Ridge, Wofford Heights, CA 93285 and LINDA MARGARET ERDO-HALTERMAN, 6880 Raccoon Ridge, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Date the business commenced: 07/01/2013. Business is being conducted as a Married Couple. 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: Linda Margaret Erdo-Halterman. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/20/2016 and expires 10/20/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Chaides. Published by the Kern River Courier November 11, 18, 25 and December 2, 2016. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: TEHACHAPI TAXICAB SERVICES (2016B6776), 20301 Sears Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address: PO Box 1185, Tehachapi, CA 93581. REGISTRANTS: ESMAEEL YAZDANIPOUR, 20301 Sears Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93581. Date the business commenced: 03/31/2010. 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: Esmaeel Yazdanipour. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/31/2016 and expires 10/31/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier November 11, 18, 25 and December 2, 2016. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-01557-CA, A.P.N.: 146-541-33-00, Property Address: 2905 Sunview 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 04/08/2003. 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: Elmer Dora, Jr., An Unmarried Man. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 04/16/2003 as Instrument No. 0203072867 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/14/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $62,659.79. 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: 2905 Sunview Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306, A.P.N: 146-541-33-00. 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 $62,659.79. 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
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a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource .com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSer vices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2016-01557-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: November 2, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier November 18, 25, and December 2, 2016) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-02036-CA, A.P.N.: 001-191-07-00, Property Address: 2417 Beech Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301. PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/11/2006. 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: Douglas C. Kophamer and Jona Sue Kophamer, Husband and Wife, As Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 12/22/2006 as Instrument No. 0206315018 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/19/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $451,363.56. 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: 2417 Beech Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301, A.P.N: 001-191-07-00. 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 $451,363.56. 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/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSer vices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2016-02036-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: November 4, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier November 18, 25, and December 2, 2016) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-02297-CA, A.P.N.: 495-460-18-00, Property Address: 13502 Coco Palm Court, Bakersfield, CA 93314. 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 10/05/2010. 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: Gregory Horton and Jan D Horton, Husband and Wife, As Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 10/12/2010 as Instrument No. 0210141197 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/12/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $353,279.83. 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: 13502 Coco Palm Court, Bakersfield, CA 93314, A.P.N: 495-460-18-00. 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 $353,279.83. 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/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSer vices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2016-02297-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: November 11, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier November 18, 25, and December 2, 2016) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-00895-CA, A.P.N.: 143-140-29-00-8, Property Address: 513 Austin St., Bakersfield, CA 93307. 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 04/11/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Jesus Zamudio and Raquel Zamudio, Husband and Wife, As Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 04/25/2007 as Instrument No. 0207088185 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/28/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $143,826.45. 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: 513 Austin St., Bakersfield, CA 93307, A.P.N: 143-140-29-00-8. 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 $143,826.45. 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/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2016-00895-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: November 10, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 2403530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier November 25, December 2, and 9, 2016) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: RIVERKERN GENERAL STORE (2016-B7056), 16130 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address: 16130 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANTS: EDWARD JAY SCHULTZ, 16130 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238; TERRI JEWLZ SCHULTZ, 16130 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. Date the business commenced: 05/20/2000. Business is being conducted as a General Partnership. 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: Edward J. Schultz. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/16/2016 and expires 11/16/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier November 25, December 2, 9, and December16, 2016.
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Holiday season tree cutting permits available Cindy Thill, USFS Courier Christmas This holiday season, the Kern River Ranger District in the Sequoia National Forest will be issuing holiday tree cutting permits. Permits will be available on a firstcome first-served basis, for a fee of $10. 100 trees will be sold and are limited to one per household. Also, the 2015 White House launched initiative "Every Kid in a Park" will be included, in part, with the
holiday tree program. Fourth grade students will receive a tree permit at no cost. Fourth grade students need to obtain a free pass online from everykidinapark .gov/. Bring the fourth grade pass into a local forest service office to receive a holiday tree permit. 50 permits will be issued to fourth grade students on a first-come first-served basis. Holiday tree permits will be available, November 25th through December 23, 2016, at the Kernville Ranger
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Turkeys no match for American ingenuity By Lucie Winborne Courier Extra It's probably safe to say that most of us dream of a N o r m a n Rockwell Thanksgiving, with a golden-brown turkey, savory trimmings and radiant faces around the table. But, of course, we don't live in a Norman Rockwell world. We live in a world where this most traditionally American of meals occasionally takes an unexpected turn. Just ask the good Norman Rockwell Thanksgiving folks at the Butterball engine, though unless Turkey Talk-Line, who for you're planning an more than 30 years have overnight drive to your provided a listening ear dinner destination, a full and helpful advice for bird will likely be too bewildered holiday cooks. much for it. Some of However, with a little their most memorable help from Chris Maynard calls include a gentleman and Bill Scheller's carwho, after bisecting his engine cookbook, "Manibird with a chainsaw, fold Destiny," and a trip of queried whether the oil at least four hours, you from the chain would can still manage a breast harm it, and a lady who and some side veggies. needed instruction on Just have someone else thawing her gobbler -bring the green bean which she had creatively casserole and pie. frozen in a snowbank outThen again, as Jim side her house the night McClarin demonstrated before. The call ended for Mother Earth News prematurely when she back in 1980, neither an realized she wasn't sure oven nor a car engine is which snowbank. necessary to roast a piece Or perhaps you're one of meat if you have a comof those unfortunate souls post pile, which at its peak whose oven decides to call life cycle can reach an it quits the day before the internal temperature of big event. Have no fear... up to 170 F. there's always your car
After initial ex-periments with yogurtturned-cheese and a hardboiled egg, McClarin took things a step farther with a roast (13 hours cooking time), and then a duck with orange juice and apricots (23 hours). Both efforts yielded delicious results, though the backyard chef took care to include a disclaimer that his "limited knowledge of microbiology" didn't permit him to recommend the method to others. Nevertheless, if done correctly, compost cooking is perfectly safe, according to a 2013 article on the subject in Bon Appetit magazine. Not in a state of distress but looking for a new flavor sensation? How about turkey gravy cranberry cupcakes, pumpkin pie fortune cookies, or mashed potato and gravy jellybeans for dessert instead of pecan pie? And forget the customary turkey sandwiches the day after: A slice of Thanksgiving leftovers pizza has everything needed to satisfy. (Yes, these are all real. Just think outside the box!) Let's face it, sometimes it's fun to be non-traditional. That's how great stories -- and memories -are made. (c) 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.
Thanksgiving traditions Wikipedia.com Courier History Thanksgiving, celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, originated as a harvest festival. It has been celebrated nationally on and off since 1789, after a proclamation by George Washington. It has been celebrated as a federal holiday every year since 1863, when, during the
Fires, Continued from page 1 burn. Activity is expected to increase as humidity decreases over the weekend, crews may add fire to the ground to strengthen holding lines and direct the fire to where it would do the most benefit. Visitors should be aware of fire traffic along the Western Divide Highway, M50, Last Chance, and Lloyd Meadow Road. Temporary road closures may be necessary to
American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national day of "Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens." Together with Christmas and the New Year, Thanksgiving is a part of the holiday season. The event that Americans commonly call the "First Thanksgiving" was
celebrated by the Pilgrims after their first harvest in the New World in 1621. This feast lasted three days. Per attendee Edward Winslow, it was attended by 90 Native Americans and 53 Pilgrims. The colonists were accustomed to regularly celebrating "thanksgivings": days of prayer thanking God for blessings.
protect the firefighters and the public. ■ Meanwhile, the human caused Jacobson Fire continues to smolder in the Golden Trout Wilderness, keeping many backcountry trails closed to protect visitors. The lightning caused Slate Fire near Ponderosa has not spread, but smoke is visible coming from interior pockets of unburned fuel. Forest firefighters continue to manage the Slate Fire for resource benefits, and additional firing to direct the wildfire into another section
of the planning area, may take place if conditions allow. Fire officials continue to work with the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District and Forest Service air quality specialists to monitor particulate matter from smoke and share that information with the public, as well as advise them of precautions they can take to reduce their exposure. For current information and smoke conditions on local wildfires, please refer to inciweb.nwcg gov/state/5/#.