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Michael Batelaan Courier Just in In local politicin’ one would expect some trash talkin’, but them trash pickers, “The Keeper Brothers,” aka Rex Hinkey and Joel Walling, they have been trash baggin’ on Man Trackin’ Jami and Whitewater Shawn, aka Jami and Shawn Ward. Those Keepers are playin’ for keeps with them thar raffle items they gots fer folks! They say them be the best this side of the Mississippi: an MRA bike trip, Ewings gift certificates, a barbecue and a Kern River Scenic Flight for two. You's kin get 'em fer only $3 each, 4 for $10, 10 for $20, 50 for $75 or 100 for $100. Dang good investment if'n ya ask them. All proceeds benefit the Nuui Cunni Center. We know those Keeper boys are crafty. Why they be hangin’ out at the Wednesday Nuui Cunni craft days,

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Home fire deaths preventable Michael Batelaan Courier 9-1-1 In the past two months early morning fires have claimed the same number of lives, completely destroyed one residence and damaged another in the Kern River Valley. It is not known if there were working smoke alarms in either residence. Could this loss of life been prevented? What is known is that properly installed and working smoke detectors can and do save life and property in home fires. The manner and cause of death are pending for both decedents and have not been officially released by the coroner's office and the causes of both fires are still under investigation by the Kern County Fire Department.

Just before 3 a.m. the morning of January 10, the Kern County Fire Department received a call for a single-wide mobile home that was fully involved in flames in the 100 block of Piute Street in Bodfish. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire in approximately thirty minutes. During a search of the structure, a deceased body was found. No other persons were harmed or displaced by the fire, and it is unknown if there was a working smoke alarm. Similarly, just before 8:45 a.m. December 9, the

Kern County Fire Department received a call for smoke from the HVAC unit of a single-family home in Wofford Heights. The first arriving crew encountered heavy smoke and flames in the living room. Just inside the doorway they found a victim that exhibited obvious death criteria. The firefighters extinguished the fire in six minutes. The fire was contained to the living room although living room furniture was destroyed and the house suffered smoke damage throughout. One smoke alarm was in the residence; however, it was melted and it is unknown if it was working. According to the US Fire Administration, fire deaths can be reduced by teaching people the basic

facts about fire. ■ In less than 30 seconds a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for thick black smoke to fill a house. In minutes, a house can be engulfed in flames. If you wake up to a fire, you won't have time to grab valuables because fire spreads too quickly and the smoke becomes too thick. There is only time to escape. ■ A fire's heat alone can kill. Room temperatures in a fire can be 100 degrees at floor level and rise to 600 degrees at eye level. Inhaling this superhot air will scorch your lungs. This heat can melt clothes to your skin. In five minutes a room can get so hot that everything in it ignites at once: this is

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Valley prodigy to record with idol finalist water data: Michael Batelaan Courier Spotlight A former Kern Valley youth, Dominic Guerra, had the opportunity to write a song and enter it into a contest. It is not known how many students or schools were entered. Mike Stone, the director of the music program for Bakersfield City School District advised Dominic’s mother, Jennifer Guerra, that her son won first place. Dominic James Anthony Guerra was born in Bakersfield in 2001 and lived in the Kern River Valley from

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the time he was 6 months old until September of 2012. He is now an eighth grader at Washington Middle School in Bakersfield. Enrolled in his first ever music class in 7th grade, he played the tenor saxophone and was placed in the advanced band class within the first few weeks of school. This year he opted to join the new guitar class, open only to a few schools in the district. On Friday, Feb. 27, Guerro will get to

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meet Bakersfield’s Amy Adams, a finalist in season three of the American Idol television show on the Fox network. They will meet at a local recording studio and Adams will be showing Guerra her writing process and they will be recording his song and he will receive a copy. Stone said that students have accomplished this in the past but have not always put music to their songs. Hopefully, between now and then, Guerro will be writing the music for his song.

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Mayor Events “The Keeper Brothers” (aka:Rex Hinkey and Joel Walling) ■ @Pizza Barn January 16 Gobble up sum pizza, drink sum ale and enjoy them good ole boys, “River Wind,” from 5 to 8 p.m. ■ @Harry's Bar January 17 9 p.m.

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Regular activities Fridays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 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

Saturdays

■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7 p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 9:30 a.m. (2nd Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Martha Kyt 760-5493754. ■ 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. ■ 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 ■ 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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■ Noon - 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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■ 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 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, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272.

How ’bout some Rock n Roll Trivia with “River Wind” jest a pickin’ and a grinnin’. Ya’ll come on down. Raffle and door prizes.

one of them great tours them Nuui Cunni folks done put on. Ya best git down fer shure.

■ @ Cheryl’s Diner January 17 9 a.m. ta noon. We gunna have breakfast with that good ol’ gal at Cheryl’s. Mosey on in ta meet and greet us boys. Raffles, bribes and a door prize fer ya folks, plus some dang tasty grub.

■ @The Hideaway January 21 4 ta 8 p.m. Get yer good duds on and mosey on down fer some shin kickin’ sounds by “River Wind.” We be doin’ one of them pool and shuffleboard tournaments, raffles, door prizes and some grub.

■ @Nuui Cunni January 20 11 a.m. We gunna join them folks from that thar Historical Society at Nuui Cunni fer

■ @Nuui Cunni January 21 11 a.m. We be a visitin' them folks fer some crafts and grub.

■ 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

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■ Noon - 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, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,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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■ First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services assistance to veterans and widows. Lake Isabella County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Call 661-868-7300 or 866-218-5367.. ■ 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. ■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. ■ 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.

Bingo Guide

■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ 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 times and location.

■ @the Pizza Barn January 23 5 ta 8 p.m. They will be servin’ ya all a mighty fine meal plus ya git a vote fer us. Them good ol’ boys from “River Wind” will be leadin’ the hoedown, so git yerself over thar fer a dang good time and grub.

“Man Trackin’ Jami” (aka: Jami Ward) ■ @Kernville Saloon January 16 After 8 p.m., join “Man Trackin’ Jami” and “Whitewater Shawn” and hoist a few. ■ @a little bit of everywhere January 17 Keep your eyes peeled! ■ @Cheryl's Diner January 18 8 to 10 a.m., have some breakfast with “Man Trackin’ Jami” and “Whitewater Shawn.” ■ @The Cracked Egg January 19 8 to 10 a.m., more breakfast! Yum! ■ @ Woman’s Club luncheon January 22 (tentative) Noon. ■ @Rotary Club meeting January 22 6 p.m. at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights. ■ @Kern River Brewing Company January 23 7 to 9 p.m., drink some of the “good stuff” with “Man Trackin’ Jami” and “Whitewater Shawn.”

Community ■ Dillon Kirby fundraiser January 16 Chatterbox Café, all-you-can-eat fish and chips. Ten percent goes to help Dillon Kirby go to Italy. ■ Saturday Evening concert January 17 At 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17, Erica MacArthur, concert violinist, will be performing music by Beethoven and Kreisler. Helen Smoot accompanist. Mark McGuire piano solos, Kernville United Methodist Church. $10 suggested donation. ■ Star Party January 17 Starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17, in the parking lot at Old Isabella Road, the Kern River Valley Astronomy Club will host its next star party. See the beautiful, clear, night time skies over the Kern River Valley. Come view constellations, planets, nebulas, star clusters, galaxies and more. Come look through their telescopes, or if you have a telescope, bring it. Bundle up, bring a lounge chair, hot drink, and snack, and look for telescopes set up in the parking lot. The star party will run from 6 to 9 p.m. If cloudy call ahead to Rich 760-376-1291 or 760-3766290. ■ Houchin blood drive January 20 The Kern River Valley blood drive will take place at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20. When donating, bring picture ID with date of birth, be free from all cold, flu, cold sores or symptoms of infection and eat

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Hot Springs Historical Society meeting topic Start the New Year right. Hear Dr. Gregg Wilkerson, geologist for the Bureau of Land Management talk about hot springs. The history of hot springs in Tulare and Kern Counties is one of discovery, development and abandonment. There are many hot springs throughout the Sierras, few are being used today. Why were these hot springs found where they are? How has the drought affected them? Why were many of the largest hot springs abandoned? Find out at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m.

David Cook’s works featured at Museum In the Kern Valley Museum’s Art Room, in Kernville, for January, are David Cook’s works using acrylics and water colors to present urban landscapes. Much of his renderings come from natural or urban places. He is drawn to geometric shapes, structure and the play of color and light. This will be a “must see” art display, so drop by the Museum and take a look.

CALM docent and wildlife trainings begin For those who love wildlife, nature, children and sharing information, the California Living Museum has two unique volunteer opportunities - its docent program and wildlife rehabilitation program. The seven-week docent training class begins on Feb. 7 and runs every Saturday through March 21. Classes are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at CALM. Volunteers will learn how to educate school children and visitors about California wildlife and their habitats. Not only will volunteers learn about wildlife in a classroom setting, they will be trained to handle CALM’s ambassador animals. The minimum age requirement to become a CALM docent is 18 years, but those 12 to 17 can join the team as bio-fact docents, which provide educational interpretation utilizing prepared specimens and artifacts. The training schedule is the same as adult docents. The wildlife rehabilitation training class is scheduled for Feb. 7, 14 and 21 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the zoo. Volunteers will learn how to assist CALM animal keepers to care for the more than 600 injured and orphaned animals that come to the facility each year. The minimum age requirement is 15. There is no cost to attend the classes, however, docents must submit to fingerprinting and T.B. testing at their cost. All attendees are required to provide a yearly commitment to their program and a minimum time requirement of four hours a month. Deadline to register is Wednesday, Feb. 4. Applications may be downloaded from the CALM website, calmzoo.org. For additional information, call Don Richardson, 661-872-2428.

KRV Art Association opens a gallery Kern River Valley Art Association is proud to announce that “G3,” the new local art gallery is opening in Kernville in January, established by Kern River Valley Art Association, Nuui Cunni Cultural Center and local artists showcasing original art for sale. Open call for artists! Want to sell your work at the new Kernville location? Contact KRVAA at 760-379-6162 for more information on how to sign up. All merchandise must be approved by KRVAA curating committee.

Do you know a hero? What makes a hero? It seems like it should be simple to define heroism but it isn’t. The potential for being a hero exists in most of us but it is unplanned and spontaneous. Ordinary people, ordinary days, ordinary circumstances suddenly become extraordinary events. Each year your local American Red Cross honors “real heroes.” These benevolent acts embody the heart of the Red Cross mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. Your local Red Cross is calling on you to nominate these extraordinary people in our community. These acts of kindness should be celebrated. The nomination deadline is Saturday, Jan. 31. You can get more information and the nomination form at redcross.org/news/event/ca/bakersfield/Annual-RealHeroes-Event. The event will be celebrated in the spring. The evening is set in the “Big Band” (1940’s) era. It is a very patriotic and heart-warming evening that will leave you inspired and awed by the honorees.

Information for Veterans at the Beale Library The Beale Memorial Library Veterans Resource Center in Bakersfield now offers information service to veterans from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Trained volunteers are on hand to help veterans and their families find information on veteran benefits, programs and services, or assist veterans in filling out online forms. For more information or to make an appointment with a Veterans Benefit Coach, call the Beale Memorial Library at 661-868-0701.

As I approach the acme of geezerhood, I find myself taking medicines today that I had noticed older people taking when I was Middleworth young. Most of which are pills. As a child, the only pill I was given was Dr. Carter’s Little Liver Pill for constipation. It was brown and tiny, but it packed a wallop and by day’s end, I was clean as a whistle, on the inside. Only once did I chew the pill and found out that it was the wrong thing to do. Later as I grew older, I occasionally took an aspirin. My grandma said it would keep me from having a cold. Well it didn’t! I sniffed and coughed my early years away because of colds and flu and a drippy nose. During this period, I became acquainted with “Vicks Vaporub” which was a mentholated jelly. What you did was, take a gob and swallow it. Then take another gob and spread it on your chest and cover it with a flannel cloth and I turned into a red hot sweat machine. It was ghastly! But it killed my cough even though I smelled like a shovelful of menthol. It was sometime during my high school years that vitamins were discovered. Of course, my folks, who were always on the

cutting edge of health remedies, bought them by the pound, insisting that they would make me strong and able to fight off any of the teenage diseases. By this time Dr. Carter’s Little Liver Pills needed help and I was introduced to Ex-Lax. This wasn’t a pill but it wasn’t far from it. For the next 20 or 30 years, aspirin was the pill of choice and because I didn’t use them often, they worked pretty well for me. I still take vitamins and an occasional aspirin, but in my older years, I have a whole new platoon of medicines. I’ve added prescribed liquids to the pills. Now I take drops in my eyes so I can see better and I don’t just take one, I take three, all for different reasons, most of which I don’t understand. As for the pills I now take eight at night and six in the morning. One pill in particular, is one called “Comadin.” Its main ingredient is “rat poison” which is supposed to prevent blood clots (or rats). I have to be careful where I spit because I could accidentally become a mouse murderer. Other pills are for blood pressure, cholesterol, arthritis and a host of other ailments. They must work and they all seem to know where to go and what to do and so far none of them fight while zinging their way to various parts of my body. I still wonder how they know where to go. Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell.

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Obituary Larry Louis Luntz September 7, 1937 - December 31, 2014

Larry Louis Luntz passed away at the young age of 77 on Dec. 31, 2014. He was born Sept. 7, 1937 in Bell/Los Angeles, California. He was the only child of Louis Lawrerence Ralph Luntz, born Dec. 30, 1914 in Cleveland/Cuyahoga, Ohio. He met Ardythe Ercell Lund, born July 9, 1915 in Alexandria/Douglas, Minnesota. They were married July 3, 1935 in Santa Ana, California. Both of his parents peacefully rest at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier. Larry and JoAnne met at church when she was 12. Larry gave the kids a ride home from church in his 1940 Chevy Business Coupe. JoAnne sat in the back seat. Her sister Elaine rode in the front with Larry and his best friend Ced, who was the best man at Larry and JoAnne’s wedding. His first job was working in a junk yard making 50 cents an hour. He saved his money and bought his first car, the 1940 Chevy Coupe. Larry learned early to work hard, make money, and buy the things he wanted. Larry worked for Connor Springs, Certified Groceries, East LA. He also worked for Texaco, but worked in the warehouse until he was able to drive at the age of 25. He had a great bunch of friends from Texaco, which has lasted all his life. On Tuesday every week, rain, shine, and even fog, Larry and JoAnne would go water skiing. One time it was so foggy and they were so busy talking, they lost the skier and he had to swim back to shore. They joined the Bellflower Boat and Ski Club when many got motorcycles and had some great outings. Larry always had a million stories to tell and always got a lot of laughs. His energy would brighten any room and bring a smile to anyone. In 1963, Larry went to work for Douglas Oil Co. in Downey, California. Then in 1975 he and JoAnne started coming to Lake Isabella. Larry went to Bell High School but was so bored he would ditch school and go surfing a few times a week. He got hit by a sting ray and he told his mother someone broke a bottle in the pool. He had gotten so far behind in school that he decided to join the Army. On March 5, 1954 he got an Honorable Discharge because they found his wallet with his driver’s license saying he was only 16 years old. In September of 1954, he joined the United States Air Force. He was sent to Korea in 1955 for one year. There he got his GED and was shipped to George Air Force Base. After moving back to California, Larry and JoAnne Lorraine Pike were married on July 28, 1957. They had three sons, who went to school in Lakewood where the family lived for 27 years. Larry joined the performing arts and was in “Oklahoma,” “Ten Little Indians,” “A Golden Fleecing,” “Phantom of the Opera,” “The Great Ice Cream Scheme” and “Males Order Brides.” Larry served under Jim Piper, one of his best friends, in the Honor Guard for 20 years as a chaplain for military funerals. He also took part in line dancing and aerobics being the only man with about 50 women. The men always said he was with his “harem.” Besides JoAnne, Larry leaves behind his oldest son Jeffery Alan, his children, Jeffery Alan Jr., Nicholas Andrew, and Amanda Marie, and great grand children, Jeffery Jr.’s daughter. Nicholas’ daughter and Amanda’s son and two daughters; his son Bryan Lee. The youngest son Ronald Louis passed away Sept. 23, 1997, but leaves behind a wife Linda and two sons Daniel Ray and Jason Louis. Larry was loved and will be missed dearly by all Death notices and obituaries with or without a picture are available for purchase in the Courier by calling 760-376-2860 during office hours weekdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or can be requested through your local mortuary.

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White as snow Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist I really like snow. Oh, I’ve faced a few challenges with snow, to be sure. There were those January days in Saginaw, MI, in 1978, when we got Schlensker 25 inches of snow in two days. It took me three days to clear my driveway, but even by then the street had not been plowed yet, so we nearly ran out of certain foods in our house and were near subsisting, with two kids, aged about one and three. Even when we were finally able to get out to go to the grocery store, there wasn’t much to buy, since delivery trucks had been prevented from traveling due to the snow. When we moved to California in 1992 (Sacramento area), and I was asked by friends and relatives from the mid-west if I missed the snow, I’d say, “Yes, I do! But I don’t miss shoveling it! If I want snow here, all I have to do is go up into the mountains, and there it’ll be. I can have it whenever I want it.” So, snow has its challenging, negative side and its positive side. That’s pretty much the way snow’s presented or referenced in the Bible. On the negative side, three of the first four references to snow in the Bible (Ex. 4:6, Num. 12:10, 2 Kings 5:27) describe the appearance of a person’s skin, who is suffering from leprosy, a sentence to slow,

miserable death by disease. To see snow fall might become a challenging reminder of a loved one, who moved toward death with their snowy-looking sickness. On the other hand, snow is providential; it turns into life-giving water, evidencing God’s goodness (Is. 55:10, Ps. 148:7-8). Snow is also used to describe the brilliant appearance of God the Father (Dan. 7:9) and the Son at His transfiguration (Mk. 9:3, KJV) and at His ultimate glorification (Rev. 1:14), and snow is mentioned to depict the apparel of an angel (Matt. 28:3). And, speaking of God’s providence and of a wholesome, cleansed appearance, Job spoke of the cleansing properties of snow (Job 9:30), but most importantly the Bible says snow portrays the clean state, which only God can provide for sinners. David prayed, “Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean; wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow” (Ps. 51:7). He recognized that the forgiveness of his adulterous atrocities were forgivable by the grace of God. And the prophet, Isaiah extended God’s invitation, “Come now, let us reason together, says the LORD: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow.” (Is. 1:18). That cleansed whiteness is the blessing that comes to believers in Jesus, whose blood shed on the cross, brings a snow-white robe of righteousness to all, who trust Him. Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church 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 a.m.-1p.m. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-5100. ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 2 and 3 p.m. 760-549-3186

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■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Faith Community South Campus 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 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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Park Service invites public to day of volunteer service Dana M. Dierkes, National Park Service Courier Out & about The National Park Service invites the public to participate in a day of volunteer service and education at Sequoia National Park on Monday, Jan. 19, on the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. This event will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Foothills Visitor Center at 47050 Generals Highway, Three Rivers, CA 93271. Participants may volunteer as part of a native plant garden restoration project and/or help conduct plant surveys. Other activities include ranger-led hikes, investigation stations, a photo booth, a button-making station, and more! Info: 559-565-4212. The event honors Dr. King’s legacy and is an opportunity for the public to

renew their own personal vows of community through service to others, while joining hundreds of thousands of Americans in volunteer service across the country. This year’s event is also part of the 2015 year-long commemoration of the 125th anniversary of Sequoia National Park and the 75th anniversary of Kings Canyon National Park. The Corporation for National and Community Service leads the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service by working with the King Center in Atlanta and thousands of nonprofit groups, faith-based organizations, schools and businesses nationwide. For further information about the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, including activities across the country, visit www.MLKDay.gov.

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Next French Gulch RMZ workshop planned Gabriel Garcia, BLM field manager Courier Field notes The Bakersfield field office of the Bureau of Land Management held the latest in a series of workshops to discuss the management of recreation on public lands in the Keyesville Special Recreation Management Area on Oct. 25, 2014. The workshop was dedicated to discussion of the Gold Fever Recreation Management Zone, which includes many of the historic mining features in Keyesville and several popular trails. Participants at the workshop included nearly 40 members of the public representing a diverse group of users, including members of Backcountry Horsemen, the Kern River Valley Historical Society, Stewards of the Sequoia, Bakersfield Trailblazers, Southern Sierra Fat Tire Association, Lost Dutchman Mining Association, Lake Isabella Property Owners Association, several nearby private property owners and the public. Discussion at the workshop centered on the history of Keyesville, proper management of trails, the need for law enforcement, preservation and interpretation of historic sites, and the future of the former Pearl Harbor Memorial area. Notes summarizing discussion at the meeting will soon be available on the Keyesville Planning webpage, which can be accessed online via the link below. BLM would like to invite the public to the next workshop of this series, which will focus on French Gulch RMZ. The workshop will be held on

Saturday, Jan. 24 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Kern River Valley Veterans/Senior Center in Lake Isabella, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. The French Gulch RMZ includes most of the BLM-managed lands from Keyesville Road north to Highway 155. It also contains the majority of the mileage of recreational multiple use roads and trails in the Special Recreation Management Area. BLM expects discussion at the workshop to include consideration of travel management in the RMZ and SRMA overall-including discussion of vehicle specific sub-designations for trails, such as single-track vs. ATV vs. Jeep, and desired features of the Keyesville trail system in the long term. The workshop will start indoors with a summary of management direction for the area and travel management from the upcoming Bakersfield RMP and then allow time for public comment and discussion. It will conclude, time permitting, with a brief trip to visit the more accessible parts of the French Gulch RMZ. If you haven’t been able to attend previous meetings and would like more information, note that a variety of resources, including summaries of the results of all previous meetings, maps of Keyesville and Keyesville RMZs, and background on the planning process are online at blm.gov/ca/st/en/fo/Bakersfield/ Programs/Recreation_opportunities/ke yesville_planning.html Questions or comments can be directed to Harrison Friedman at 661391-6186 or at hfriedman@blm.gov.

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Arts and crafts Wednesday at the Nuui Cunni Native American Cultural Center located on Hwy155 between Lake Isabella and Wofford Heights at the French Gulch Group Campground. Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

Continued from page 3 a meal at least three hours prior to donating. Remember to wait one year after tattoos and body piercings and you must be at least 16 years old and weigh at least 110 lbs. ■ KRV Collaborative January 22 Join with the Kern River Valley Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760-379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. ■ French Gulch RMZ January 24 The BLM has held a series of workshops to discuss the management of recreation lands. The next workshop focuses on French Gulch Recreation Management Zone and will be held Saturday, Jan. 24 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. The French Gulch RMZ includes most of the BLM managed lands from Keyesville Road north to Highway 155. It also contains the majority of the mileage of recreational multiple use roads and trails in the Special Recreation Management Area. The workshop will start indoors with a summary of management of the area, allow time for public comment and then conclude, time permitting, with a brief trip to visit the more accessible parts of French Gulch RMZ. ■ Commodities distribution, January 27 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Tuesday, Jan. 27 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mountain Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution starts at 8 a.m. ■ KV Historical Society January 27 We’ve been in hot water a long time! The Kern Valley Historical Society is steaming with excitement. This month’s speaker at the community meeting will be Dr. Gregg Wilkerson, a geologist for the BLM, giving a presentation discussing the natural phenomenon of our local hot springs. The Sierras are home to a vast number of these springs. Come Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center in

Lake Isabella for this informative discussion. Everyone is welcome and of course, like the museum, admission is always free. Contact 760-376-6683. ■ Little League January 28 The Kern River Valley Little League 2015 season is getting underway with the last registration date on the calendar. Wednesday, Jan. 28, at the Pizza Barn, 6 to 8 p.m. Please spread the word. Players must have turned 4 by Dec. 31 of last year. $75 per player, with a family discount if you have more than two children playing. www.krvll.org. krvlittleleague@gmail.com. ■ Polar Plunge January 30 Kern Valley Aquatics Program Get Freezin’ for a Reason! Come take the Plunge! Enter the raffle to win cash! $200 as a buyer or seller of the tickets, four tickets to Seaworld or $100 KVAP gift certificate. Come for hot drinks and treats, take the plunge, costume contest, freezin’ water races and door prizes., 50/50, and sink the lifeguard. Be a Plunger! Students, $10 or sell five tickets and plunge for free. Adults $25, or sell 10 tickets and plunge for free. All proceeds raised provide training and scholarships for swim lessons at KVAP. Can’t make the plunge, but you want to donate? Visit www.kvap.org and use the “donate now” button. KVAP pool, South Fork Middle School, 5225 Kelso Valley Road, Weldon. For information call 760299-2030 or email info@ kvap.org. ■ Prayer Breakfast February 5 Each month, The Salvation Army, Lake Isabella Service Extension Unit, invites the community to join them in prayer for our community, the state and our nation. The Prayer Breakfast is held at Nelda’s in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. Families and members of the Kern River Valley community are welcome to come and join in prayer. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. Call 760-379-4600. ■ Veterans Assistance February 10 The Bakersfield Vet Center provides counseling services to our Veterans living in remote areas of Kern County. The Bakersfield Vet Center counselor will be at the Senior Center/Veterans

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Hall in Lake Isabella on Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. For those Veterans attending the Bakersfield VA Clinic for counseling, their families and any Veteran who feels the need to readjust to civilian life after service in a combat theatre, call 661323-VETS (8387). ■ Blood Drive February 17 The Kern River Valley blood drive will take place at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17. When donating, bring picture ID with date of birth, be free from all cold, flu, cold sores or symptoms of infection and three hours prior to donating. Remember to wait one year after tattoos and body piercings and be at least 16 years old and weigh at least 110 lbs. ■ KRVFSC Meeting February 19 On Thursday, Feb. 19, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. the Kern River Valley Fire Safe Council will meet in the Supervisor’s conference room, at 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Meeting minutes are posted to krvfiresafecouncil.org.

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A surprising human story Sam Struckhoff Courier Contributor

PICKS OF THE WEEK “Art and Craft” (NR) -- For years, the most prolific art forger in U.S. history got hundreds of fakes into museums and collections. His forgeries looked masterful, and he mimicked the works of artists from a wide array of styles and eras. Most of his art supplies were things you could pick up at Wal-Mart. He lied and schemed to pass off his work as the originals, but he never really made any money doing it. He wasn’t trying to. This documentary sits down with the unassuming middle-aged man, and puts light on a surprising human story. “Fury” (R) -- Sgt. Collier (Brad Pitt) -- or Wardaddy, as he is called - has led his tank crew through carnage of World War II, all the way from North Africa to Germany. “Fury” is the name of their Sherman tank, manned by Wardaddy, “Bible” (Shia Lebouf), “Gordo” (Michael Pena) and an uncouth hillbilly called “Coon-Ass” (Joe Bernethal). Near the end of the war, the hardened crew gets a fresh-faced typist (Logan Lerman) as a new assistant driver. His first task: find his seat and wipe up the remains of his predecessor. Director David Ayer (best known for gritty crime dramas like “Training Day” and “End of Watch”) shows battle in brutal intensity. It’s a grim affair, but the mood and tone match the severity of what’s going

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on. The movie shows heroism in war without chest-beating or draping itself in a flag. “The Book of Life” (PG) -- This animated feature mixes pop culture and Mexican folklore to make an adventure about life, death, love and goofiness. Manolo (voiced by Diego Luna) is a passionate young guitarist who’s competing with a narcissistic soldier (Channing Tatum) for the love of the fairest -- and toughest -- young lady in town. This love triangle has the attention of the gods of the afterlife, setting up Manolo for an adventure through the worlds of the dead. The mythology of the movie is a lot of fun, especially the colorful and exciting “Land of the Remembered.” The film was produced by Guillermo del Toro, and his fantastical and ghoulish sensibility is reflected here. Last year was a good year for animated flicks, and this one ranks among the best in its class. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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■ Commodities distribution, March 24 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Tuesday, March 24 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mountain Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution starts at 8 a.m. ■ KRV Collaborative March 26 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org.

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Combine all ingredients in crock pot. Cook until vegetables are tender, (usually 6 hours). Can be cooked on stove top. Cooking time will be considerably shorter. Bodfish Bob’s Barbecued Meatballs 1 large can evaporated milk 3 lbs. hamburger 2 eggs 2 cups quick oatmeal 2 tsp salt 1/2 cup oions, chopped 1/2 tsp garlic salt or powder 1/2 tsp pepper 2 tsp chili powder 3 cups (32 oz.) catsup 4 tsp liquid smoke 1 lb. brown sugar (2 1/4 cups packed) 1 cup onions, chopped Combine first nine ingredients. Form into little meatballs. For sauce, combine catsup, liquid smoke, brown sugar and onions. Bring to a boil. Pour over meatballs. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 60 minutes. Makes 50 to 70 meatballs.

Bodfish Bob’s Hamburger and Tator Tots 1 lb. hamburger 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 pkg. frozen tater tots 1 can cream of mushroom soup 3/4 c up milk Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place hamburger and onions in large skillet. Stir hamburger with fork to break up large pieces. Cook over medium heat until hamburger is browned; drain. Place hamburger mixture in baking dish. Add tater tots; mix well. Combine soup and milk in mixing bowl; stir well. Pour soup mixture over hamburger mixture; stir well. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.

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Default: this, unfortunately, is a situation that more and more Americans are finding themselves in. There really are several Freeman reasons -- fraudulent loan officers, buyers who constantly re-financed to get as much money out of their home as they could, adjustable-rate mortgages. Often it is just the loss of a job or a family tragedy. Whatever the reason for being in default on your mortgage payments, there is a way out that can save your credit. Consider doing a short-sale. The last time real estate agents were really familiar with shortsales was back in the early ’90s, which was the last time that there was a big turn down of real estate prices. A short-sale is when a seller who is in default asks their lender to take less than what is owed on the home in order to sell the home before it goes to the auction. Short sales have been a great option for sellers the last few years, and recently the government came out with new guidelines making them easier to do. If you are a seller in this situation and are interested in selling your house and saving your credit there are a couple of things to

remember. First, time is of the essence concerning your bank. You only have so much time before your home goes on the auction block. Find a real estate agent who is familiar with shortsales and get them to negotiate with your lender as soon as possible. You will have to complete an application and provide valid reason for missing your payments and written permission for your real estate agent to access your account. Make sure you get a real estate agent that has short sale listing experience. Many have sold short sale properties but most have not listed them. And remember, price the listing to sell! If you are missing the payments but still price the listing to make a mega profit that is the same thing as letting the home go to auction, you are wasting everyone’s time most importantly your own. Price the listing at market value or a bit below, if you owe $200K, price it at $175K and advertise it as a “short-sale foreclosure.” That brings a lot of people in because the perception is there of a good deal. Then upon receipt of an offer, even a low offer, let your real estate agent and your bank slug it out. More often than not the bank will come to terms that are agreeable and save your credit. Matt Freeman is a realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-3795915 or 760-223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

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It’s a new year Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Starting a new calendar is very significant in Health Insurance. When the ball dropped in Times Square (tape delayed for our time zone), the clock was Thal reset for your health insurance. You now have a new year as well as a new deductible to satisfy. If you are planning any elective procedures, plan them early in the year. You will most likely satisfy your deductible, and then future follow up visits would be covered. Wait too long into the year, and then the follow-up visits may be satisfying the 2016 deductible. When you go to the pharmacy to refill your prescription drugs, that too may have a deductible, and most often, it is separate from the health plan deductible. Even if your plan has a $0 prescription deductible you may find your co-pays have increased. Hopefully you were a good shopper, and all your medications will be covered. If not, people on Medicare will have a right to appeal and get a formulary exception. You will find in 2015 there will be “Standard Pharmacies” for all plans, and then there will be “Preferred Pharmacies.” The preferred pharmacies will often offer better prices if you use them. There is also the possibility that your pharmacy may not be “participating” at all with your plan. If you are charged a very high cost, question if it

is covered by insurance. 2015 will see another acronym that is popping up. You may even receive a letter from an ACO, “Accountable Care Organization” requesting your permission to be able to share your medical records with other providers within their group. This is a good thing, as physicians have signed on to this ACO to help provide better and more effective health outcomes. The same will hold true with HMO plans. The bottom line is, there will be more contact from the medical profession. This is not to be a privacy issue, but to promote your good health. I have heard people proudly tell me that they never see a doctor. While this does indicate that they appear to be healthy, these same people may have high blood pressure, and a heart attack or stroke, and be surprised. Also, how many people don’t have symptoms until it is too late? Cancer can be checked in many cases in its early stages. In 2015, most individual and Medicare-aged plans provide many preventative benefits, at little or no cost to the policy holder. Employer plans vary, as they are not yet fully under the rules of the Affordable Care Act (ObamaCare). If you have group employer coverage, check with your Human Resources, and then get checked by your physician, before you have symptoms. 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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Selling a home in default Matt Freeman Courier Columnist

The break in the recent rain clouds is reflected in the window of the Courier vehicle. Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

21 affordable winter safety tips to protect your home Federal Alliance for Safe Homes Courier How to

Insulate pipes exposed to the elements or cold drafts with insulating foam. For as little as $1 per six feet of insulation, you can stop pipes from freezing and save energy.

2. Place an insulating dome or other covering on outdoor faucets and spigots to reduce the likelihood of the water in your pipes freezing, expanding and causing a costly leak.

indoors.

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If you are using a gas heater or fireplace to stay warm, be sure the area is properly ventilated.

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Arrange ahead of time with family, friends, or neighbors for a place to go if you have an extended outage. If you have nowhere to go, head to a designated public shelter. Text SHELTER + your ZIP code to 43362 (4FEMA) to find the nearest shelter in your area.

Food safety 3. Drip faucets to reduce the buildup of pressure in the pipes. Even if the 14. Keep a supply of non-perishpipes freeze, you have released the able foods, medicine, baby supplies, pressure from the water system reducing the likelihood of a rupture. If you are going out of town, and suspect that temperatures will drop or a power outage will occur, turn off the water to your home and open all of the taps to drain the water system. This way you won’t return to a frozen, soggy mess.

Check for air leaks around windows and doors using a lit incense stick. If the smoke is sucked out of an opening, seal the leak with caulk, spray foam or weather stripping.

and pet food on hand, and have at least one gallon of water per person per day on hand.

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Avoid opening the fridge or freezer. Food should be safe as long as the outage lasts no more than four hours. Generators

16. Do not run a generator inside a home or garage. Use gas-powered generators only in well-ventilated areas.

17. Follow manufacturer’s instruc5. Keep a supply of flashlights, battions such as only connect individual teries and a battery-powered radio on appliances to portable generators. hand. Do not use candles as they pose a fire hazard. 18. Don’t plug emergency generators into electric outlets or hook them 6. After the power goes out, make directly to your home’s electrical syssure to turn off all lights but one, to tem as they can feed electricity back Keep Your Family Safe & Warm

alert you when power resumes.

Resist the temptation to call 911 for information during power outages. Instead use your battery-powered radio for information.

Keep your car fuel tank at least half full as gas stations rely on electricity to operate their pumps and may not have back-up power.

9. Keep extra cash on hand since an extended power outage may prevent you from withdrawing money from ATMs or banks.

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Be a snow angel. Volunteer to check on elderly neighbors, friends or relatives who may need assistance during the outage.

11. Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. The outer garments should be tightly woven and water repellent. Never burn charcoal for heating or cooking

into the power lines, putting you and line workers in danger.

19. Consider purchasing and installing a permanent home generator with an automatic on switch. When Power Returns

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When power comes back on, it may come back with momentary “surges” or “spikes” that can damage equipment such as computers and motors in appliances like the air conditioner, refrigerator, washer or furnace. Be sure to install a system of surge protection consisting of point-of-use and whole house surge protection.

21. When power is restored, wait a few minutes before turning on major appliances to help eliminate potential problems caused from sharp increases in demand. For more information, tips and resources for winter safety visit the Great Winter Weather Party preparedness campaign website.

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Mixed signals could create problems. Make sure your views are presented clearly, and insist others do the same. Don’t let an unanswered question go by without a full explanation. TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) Financial pressures ease, allowing for more budget flexibility. But as the money-wise Bovine will appreciate, thrift still beats out splurging. Expect news from someone special. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Getting things done is what you do so well. But be careful not to overtax your energy reserves. Take time out to relax or to do something different to help keep them at optimum levels. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) This is a good time to satisfy the Moon Child’s growing sense of wanderlust. Choose a really special place to go, with a very special person to share it all with you. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You love being in the spotlight. But be careful it doesn’t blind you to the truth behind a seemingly wonderful opportunity. Look closer and you might be sadly surprised at what you find. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Isn’t it time to take a break from your hectic schedule? Sure it is. And the sooner you do, the sooner you can return fresh and more than ready to take on all those new projects.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A recent family incident can help bring everyone closer, and there’s no one who’s better at making that happen than you. Accept (indeed, insist on!) help from others to get things off and running. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Long-held habits are often difficult to break. But the change from how you always did things to how you can do them now can be liberating. So, be flexible and give it a try. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Someone you met in your professional world last year and thought you would never hear from again could make a sudden reappearance in your life, along with an interesting job offer. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Once again, you delight everyone by coming up with a solution for a problem that actually works. On another note, it's not too early to get started on those travel plans. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Before you go ahead with finalizing your plans for your new project, check them over to see if you can make some improvements or find ways to cut costs. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) The Fabulous Fish might have been out of the social swim for too long, and it’s time you plunge back in. Reinforce your old friendships and be open to new ones.

1. It was 178 games. 2. Bill Virdon led the Astros to a 93-70 mark in 1980. 3. Quarterback Nile Kinnick, in 1939. 4. It was 303 points, in 1987. 5. The Florida Panthers, in the 2010-11 season. 6. Twice -- 1998 and 2014. 7. Mike Souchak, in the 1956 St. Paul Open.

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1,000,000th State contractors license issued Contractors State License Board Courier Release The nation's largest industry, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics, reached a milestone in California over the weekend as the Contractors State License Board issued its one-millionth contractor license. License 1,000,000 was issued on Saturday, January 10, 2015, to a tree service company in Norwalk (Los Angeles County). "This milestone says a lot about the resiliency of the construction industry," said CSLB Registrar Cindi Christenson. "Despite ups and downs in the marketplace, this industry is a major reason the state has thrived, especially during the past century, and why California is the envy of many other states and countries. Construction has helped our state though a depression, economic downturns, wars, natural disasters, and many other challenges." CSLB was created on August 14, 1929, with the support of the state's construction industry, so the public would be protected from irresponsible contractors. CSLB began as the Contractors' License Bureau under the Department of Professional and Vocational Standards. The Department had complete control over Bureau operations.

The Bureau changed into its current Board format on September 15, 1935, enabling appointed industry representatives to have a say in the state's construction industry regulations. Today, CSLB is a semi-autonomous board within the state Department of Consumer Affairs. The law that created the Board also defined three contractor categories that remain in effect today. They are "A" General Engineering, "B" General Building, and "C" Specialty contractors. In 1939, those categories evolved into the original license "classifications" and CSLB also began to examine applicants on their trade qualifications. Beyond building homes and major infrastructure and transportation systems, California's construction industry was especially robust in the mid-1940's after the end of World War II, and produced remarkable and iconic structures during the 20th century that include the California aqueduct; dozens of bridges, among them the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges; multiple dams; and countless low, mid-, and high-rise commercial and residential buildings. Detailed below are the years when each 100,000 license milestone was reached. There currently are about 284,000 licensed contractors in California, in more than 40 different licensing classifications.

California State License Board license milestones September 24, 1929 January 19, 1948 April 19, 1961 November 18, 1974 February 10, 1981 October 16, 1986 August 7, 1990 December 8, 1994 October 4, 2001 July 12, 2007 January 10, 2015

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: MEDICAL MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS (2010- B0820) Street address of business: 9406 Aphrodite Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box 13218, Bakersfield, CA 93389. REGISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Jennifer Juarez, 9406 Aphrodite Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306 and Susan Ryall, 214 La Colina Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 02/04/2010. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 12/30/2014. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by A. Guerrero, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: January 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: LITTLE BIRD INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES (2015 - B0136). Street address of principal place of business: 3511 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: 3511 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANTS: William Hamilton Strawter, 3511 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 and Lisa Marie Antonia Strawter, 3511 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. 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: William H. Strawter. This statement filed on 01/07/2015. Expires 01/07/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier January 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: DANGERTRONICS (2015 B0015). Street address of principal place of business: 19933 Mesa Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 19933 Mesa Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT: Jacob Riley, 19933 Mesa Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 11/17/2014. 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: Jacob Riley. This statement filed on 01/02/2015. Expires 01/02/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier January 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: CRUISE PLANNERS AMERICAN EXPRESS TRAVEL OF THE INDIAN WELLS VALLEY (2015 - B0001). Street address of principal place of business: 4024 Black Mountain Boulevard, Inyokern, CA 93527. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box

1567, Inyokern, CA 93527. REGISTRANTS: Joseph Edward Furtado, Jr., 4024 Black Mountain Boulevard, Inyokern, CA 93527 and William Nicholas Rogers, 4024 Black Mountain Boulevard, Inyokern, CA 93527. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as Co-Partners. 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: Joseph Edward Furtado, Jr. This statement filed on 01/02/2015. Expires 01/02/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier January 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 2015.

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A lotta bull Rockin’ Rex and Jelly Belly Joel, the Keeper Brothers, at the Nuui Cunni Native American Cultural Center craft day, lookin’ like they are trying to sell someone else’s art for bribes to crafter Frances Collins. Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

Goings-on, Continued from page 1 all the time! They be collecting bribe money like they think they are at an Indian casino! In the beauty contest department, everyone can see that Man Trackin’ Jami is much, much prettier than either of those Keeper boys, but most in these parts are sayin’ that Whitewater Shawn is even prettier! But after pourin’ all those drinks at Harry’s Bar last week, no one is challengin’ Jami to arm wrestle! The candidates have been fightin’ o’er the best n’ glory hole of bribe sell’n locations. They need you to buy those bribes so they can support those fine folks at the Nuui Cunni and at the Rescue Brigade! You will be rewarded like a king if you win the drawin’s at Whiskey Flat Days. Man Trackin' Jami will be in

Bakersfield the afternoon of Monday the 19th after breakfast at the Cracked Egg in Kernville. She wants to learn you to track by playing a game of “Where's Man Trackin'.” She'll take selfies of where she is and the first person throughout the day to get it right will get $5 in bribes, which means they get entered in the $500 shopping spree. so make sure that y'all pay attention to Facebook on Monday! January 26 is the date of a Kern Valley Search and Rescue fundraiser at BJ's at 10750 Stockdale Highway in Bakersfield. You bet the head tracker of that Rescue Brigade will be there! You can pick up a flyer about it all at Riverside One Stop in Kernville, or just look around, she's be postin’ 'em everywhere! But she will still be all around the Kern Valley. So don’t be left out, grab yer Courier, go to the page 2 Calendar and get on over to one of them there events!

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GED prep course at Cerro Coso Natalie Dorrell, Cerro Coso College Courier Release Cerro Coso is offering a General Educational Development Exam Preparation course, EDUC C005, at the Lake Isabella campus for those who want to take the GED. The GED Exam Prep course provides additional practice to help pass the exam. Through the self-paced course materials students will be assessed to identify specific areas for personalized practice. Practice may be completed online at home or in a Cerro Coso Lake Isabella campus. Students will be provided with frequent feedback and additional help throughout the course. Once a student completes all materials, students will be given the GED Exam Practice before taking the actual GED Exam.

Fire, Continued from page 1 called flashover. ■ Fire starts bright, but quickly produces black smoke and complete darkness. If you wake up to a fire you may be blinded, disoriented and unable to find your way in a home you've lived in for years. ■ Smoke and toxic gases kill more people than flames do. Fire uses up the oxygen you need and produces smoke and poisonous gases that kill. Breathing even small amounts of smoke and toxic gases can make you drowsy, disoriented and short of breath. The odorless, colorless fumes can lull you into a deep sleep before the flames reach your door. You may not wake up in time to escape. The National Safety Council advises that often fatal fires are the result of not having a working smoke alarm or carbon monoxide detector. You can prevent fires through simple

Interested individuals may enroll in GED Exam Practice at any time throughout the spring 2015 semester. The course is a zero unit/no fee course, but enrolled students are expected to demonstrate regular practice with the available materials. New students to Cerro Coso may register for the course online through the Cerro Coso website's list of scheduled courses or register at the campus in Lake Isabella. Login information will be provided once a student is enrolled. The GED exam is administered directly through Pearson VUE, the only California sanctioned company with the ability to administer the GED, for $140 or $35 for each section of the exam. Additional information for the course may be obtained by calling Cerro Coso at 760-379-5501.

steps. Make sure you have a properly working smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm; change the batteries at least once a year. Plan and practice a family escape route. Learn how to use your fire extinguisher. If you are evacuating a burning building don't go through doors whose handles are hot. Leave your house, call for help. Do not go back to help someone else. Every family should have and practice a home escape plan to follow in the event of a fire. The plan should include drawing a diagram of your home, marking the locations of windows and doors; planning two escape routes out of every room of your home; setting up a meeting place outside of the home for everyone to go following an escape; and practicing the escape plan once a month. Every member of the family and frequent visitors to the home should know and practice the escape route.

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