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gunfights, horses, dogs, floats and heroes. ■ "Rango" Rocky Stone became the first ever Native American Whiskey Flat honorary mayor, having raised $30,188, which was one of the highest dollar amounts ever raised by a mayor candidate. ■ Kern Valley FHAHERO chapter qualified in 17 Competitive

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ent company of Kern John Stallone joined Valley's Vons grocery together to help clean up store. our beautiful Isabella Union employees were lake, in the first ever 2014 was one to advised by the union and Dam Tough Trash Tow remember or one to forhave informed the Kern Fundraiser, March 7, 8 get, ether way it has now River Courier that they and 9 to remove trash come to a close. Here is a were assured by Vons around the entire stretch review of the Courier top that there should be no of shoreline surrounding stories for the year. disruption in the local Lake Isabella, over the store operation. three day period. ■ Manual and ■ The U.S. Army Corps ■ The trout for the derby electronic readings of Engineers Sacramento are ordered and set to record the snowpack's District, in coordination arrive from Calaveras statewide water content with the U.S. Trout Farm Mar. 31 at at about 20 percent of Forest Service Red's Marina for what average for this time of S e q u o i a was the 25th Annual year. In addition to the N a t i o n a l Isabella Lake Fishing sparse snowpack, many Forest, released Derby April 12 through areas of California ended the draft recre- 14. The 3,000 rainbow calendar year 2013 with ation report for trout from the farm the lowest rainfall the Isabella weighing from 1 lb to 1 amounts on record. Lake Dam 1/2 lbs each will be accli■ The Kern River Ranger S a f e t y mated to the lake in nets District held a public Modification until they are released meeting at the Kernville Project to fur- April 11, tagged and Chamber of Commerce, ther explore ready to jump on angler's January 23 to discuss the and identify hooks. Local HERO’s - Energy conservation trash, camping, and project take first place at regionals. options to offresource issues along the set adverse ■ The South Upper Kern River. effects on recreation Fork Woman's Club had Recognition Events, or resulting from construc- their 100 year celebration CRE for state finals at the ■ Kernville tion of the Isabella Lake on Sunday April 18. As Region 8 Meeting on Chamber of Commerce Dam project. February 8 in Fresno. part of the 100 year celepresident Cheryl ■ Reuters News Service ■ Late February a group bration, there was a cenBorthick said that the announced mid-March tennial club history book of about 25 that US grocery store for sale compiled by W o f f o r d operator, Safeway, Inc. is Norma J. Riedel a past Heights busiin advanced talks with president. ness and comprivate equity firm ■ The Kern River munity memCerberus Capital Festival, one of the bers got together to disnation's precuss the formmier whitewaing of a busiter festivals, ness/communicelebrated its ty group. 50th anniverAttendees sary April 19 included a repand 20. It resentative of Hat in the race - “Rango” Rocky S u p e r v i s o r s draws athletes Stone honorary Whiskey Flat Mayor. Gleason's office and spectators and some who from all over year's 57th annual thought the meeting was Whiskey Flat Days was the region and going to be about the the best ever, thanks to has frequently proposed new General the great weather and served as a Shopping cart - Safeway Inc. parent Dollar store. the huge turnout estiregional qualicompany of VONS in talks in 2014. mated at 50,000 people. fier for the U.S. ■ Keepers of The parade on Saturday national kayak slalom Management LP over a the Kern and Kernville’s morning was one of the leveraged buyout deal. Mountain andRiver biggest with clowns, Safeway, Inc. is the par- See 2014, page 12 Adventures' owner,

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■ Whiskey Flat kickoff dinner January 2 Celebrate the Whiskey Flat Days Kick Off with a prime rib dinner for $25 at the Kern Valley Golf Course on Friday, Jan. 2. Social hour is at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., and program at 7 p.m. Meet the 2015 Whiskey Flat Days mayor candidates, enjoy live entertainment, raffles, door prizes and more! To purchase tickets or to make a reservation contact the Kernville Chamber office at 760-376-2629. Seating is limited.

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

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■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7 p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 9:30 a.m. (1st Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Barbara,760-378-3672 or Geraldine, 559-359-8953. ■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. Pot Luck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-4179701 ■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discussion, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.

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

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■ 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. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Tue.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178

■ The impact on methamphetamine January 5 The community is invited to an informational forum for the Kern Stop Meth Now Coalition at 9 a.m. in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1115 Truxtun Ave. in Bakersfield on Monday, Jan. 5. This community forum is intended to provide information to the Kern County Board of Supervisors and the public about the Coalition’s impact on methamphetamine in Kern County, and the next steps to stopping the effects of Meth in our county.

■ 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.

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■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, 86 Nellie Dent Dr. at Hwy 155, Wofford Hts. This information is submitted to the Courier by the groups listed. Please call the phone numbers provided to check times and location.

■ KRVR meets January 7 The monthly meeting of the Kern River Valley Revitalization takes place Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 9 a.m. at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce office in Kernville. ■ Assistance for Veterans January 8 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 Hall from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8. 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 661-323-VETS (8387) to make an appointment with them at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ Friends of the Library January 12 Friends of the Library Installation of Officers and Luncheon will be held on Monday, Jan. 12 at noon at the main library located at 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. A light lunch, dessert and beverages will be served. For further information, call 760-223-3449. ■ Kern River Valley Chamber January 14 The regular meeting of the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce takes place at noon on Wednesday, Jan. 14 at the Moose Lodge in Lake Isabella. RSVP to 760-379-5236. ■ 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. Bring picture ID with date of birth. ■ 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 on Thursday, Jan. 22. Call 760-379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. ■ Kernville Chamber of Commerce January 26 The regular meeting of the Kernville Chamber takes place Monday, Jan. 26 at 3 p.m. at their office in Kernville. Call 760-376-2629 for more information. ■ 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. ■ Prayer Breakfast February 5 The Salvation Army, Lake Isabella invites the community to join them in prayer for our community, the state and our nation 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 them in prayer. Arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. For more information call The Salvation Army at 760-379-4600. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received on Tuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is any cost, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by event date and space available. Submitted items deemed entirely or mostly business advertising will not be accepted. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or kernvalley.com.

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County of Kern and City of Bakersfield Leaders, community and business leaders Re: California High Speed Rail Marvin Dean, Chairperson, Kern High Speed Rail Project Support Group It is time for the City of Bakersfield and Kern County to get on board with the high-speed rail project. Like it or not, this project is being constructed through our community. The Bakersfield/Kern County HighSpeed Rail Support Group, believes our public officials and business leaders should be sitting down with California High Speed Rail Authority management staff, to discuss the six billion dollar economic benefits and job opportunities, of this project, for our community to insure that all of our community residents and local businesses, of all sizes, get the maximum benefits from building the project through our communities. We should be at the table with CHSRA in good faith, seeking to

resolve real concerns instead of filing lawsuits trying to stop the project; we do not think this is in the best interest of local residents and business owners. I believe under the leadership of CHSRA Board Chairman Dan Richard and CEO Jeff Morales that CHSRA has reached out to Bakersfield and Kern County in good faith, in an effort to resolve outstanding local issues and concerns. To prove that point: after CHSRA hired Jeff Morales as CEO, we invited him to Bakersfield to host a meet and greet luncheon at the downtown Rice Bowl to meet local elected leaders and business owners interested in contracting opportunities. I think most people who attended felt this was the start of a new beginning for a better working relationship between CHSRA and our community We were pleased to read in the Dec. 20 issue of the Bakersfield Californian newspaper that the City of Bakersfield and CHSRA have entered into an agreement to consider a proposal to develop a new path for the rail; and in exchange, the City will drop its lawsuit. We would ask County of Kern to reach an agreement as well and drop their lawsuit in the best interest of all local residents and business owners. Marvin Dean, is the chairperson for the Bakersfield/Kern High Speed Rail Project Support Group and Kern Minority Contractors Association, kmca@att.net

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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.

Over the years, like many Americans I have made New Year’s Resolutions, some which I kept and most I didn’t. Let me Middleworth give you a few examples of what I mean. My first collision with a resolution was when I was seven years old. It was on January 1st that I had made a bet with my Grandpa that I would memorize the poem, “The Night Before Christmas,” by heart by January 5th. If I lost, I would have to shovel snow all around the yard and driveway for the next month. I lost! Two things happened, 1.) Grandpa made me keep trying to learn the poem even way past spring. I finally learned it but to this day when Christmas rolls around that poem comes back to haunt me. 2.) Wouldn’t you know that year was the season of the biggest snowstorms that ever hit our area and snow on the ground reached eightto 10 feet in drifts? I wasn’t very tall and snow looked like the Polar Cap. My Grandma took pity on me and told Grandpa that it was enough and if there was any shoveling to be done he had to help. Another resolution I remember was my resolve to learn to smoke. This came about because

The impact on methamphetamine in Kern County The community is invited to an informational forum for the Kern Stop Meth Now Coalition on Monday, Jan. 5 at 9 a.m. in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1115 Truxtun Ave. in Bakersfield. This community forum is intended to provide information to the Kern County Board of Supervisors and the public about the Coalition’s impact on methamphetamine in Kern County, and the next steps to stopping the effects of Meth in our county. The Kern Stop Meth Now Coalition was created in 2009 at the request of the Board of Supervisors upon review of the Meth Impact Study, which found approximately one-quarter of the case loads of all county line staff who participated in the study was directly impacted by meth, and 40 percent of all felony prosecutions involved meth. Since that time, the Kern Stop Meth Now Coalition has worked in and with many communities throughout Kern County to address the needs associated with alcohol and other drug use, including methamphetamine. This work has been accomplished with the support of many departments, including Kern County Mental Health, Superintendent of Schools, California State University

Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell.

Bakersfield, Drug Enforcement Agency, local law enforcement, non-profit agencies and faith-based organizations. The on-going work of the coalition is only possible as we reflect on the work that has been accomplished, and as we take this time to set our goals moving forward with continued diverse support from throughout Kern County.

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-Real-HeroesEvent.

Information for Veterans at the Beale Library The Beale Memorial Library Veterans Resource Center now offers informa-

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‘Home 4 the Holiday’ continues until Jan. 10 The 4th annual “Home 4 the Holidays” adoption event began in November and continues until Saturday, Jan. 10, with special adoption prices, $20 for dogs and $10 for cats. Help homeless pets find their forever homes this holiday season! For information on adopting, call 661-868-7100, or email adopt@co.kern.ca.us.

in November a cute high school girl moved in across the street, and she smoked and said she would teach me how to inhale. On January 1st, I resolved that within the next three days I would be smoking like a chimney. The girl helped me and gave me my first smoking lesson. I still remember how sick inhaling that cigarette made me feel. That did it! I never touched another cigarette. In my senior year of high school my New Year’s Resolution was to learn to swim. In the school’s 40-degree waters I remember jumping in and going straight to the bottom. I think I am one of those people who have no buoyancy and I was saved by a student. I joined the Navy and learned to swim but to this day I don’t float well and am cautious in any kind of water Other resolutions have been made and broken. Over the years I have learned to beware of making them. If I do, I know I will be joined by the majority of other people whose resolutions have fallen as flat as mine. I no longer tell people if I happen to make a resolution, that way nobody but me knows of my failure. New Year’s Day was yesterday and I have made NO resolutions of any kind. That way I can face 2015 with a clear conscience and clean lungs!

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Neal Russell March 2, 1925 - December 20, 2014 Neal J. Russell is survived by his daughter, Wauthena Ramsom, and sons Ricky Russell and Rocky Russell, the remainder of his six children. Neal was a WWII veteran having served in the U.S. Navy. He appeared in movies and judged parades and costume contests served as a professional AQHA judge. Neal advised and judged for authenticity of large and small events country wide including encampments, living history, Calico and Whiskey Flat Days up through this last year. Neal loved leathersmithing and horses and will be missed by his family and friends. A tribute to Neal will be held at the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center on Saturday, Jan. 17 at noon. Please wear a costume and bring a pot luck dish. 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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By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Benaiah in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. 2 Corinthians 5:17 and Galatians 2:20 are among the Bible’s verses to focus on “what” in a new year? Blessings, Moving forward, Grace, Church attendance 3. Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego went unscathed after being put into whose fiery furnace? Satan’s, Nebuchadnezzar’s, Haman’s, Laban’s 4. Which book ends, “Little children, keep yourselves from idols. Amen?” 1 John, Jude, Mark, Amos 5. What “people of” had a fly god named Baal-zebub? Ethiopia, Pergamos, Ekron, Gibeah 6. From Psalms 60:8, who is my washpot? Balaam, Moab, Aaron, Micah

Christmas and the law Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist Why are there speed limits? Why are there government regulations on alcoholic beverages? Why are prescription drugs closely controlled? Schlensker Why are there laws about paying taxes? Why are violent or non-violent destructive antisocial behaviors forbidden by law? Why, indeed! What if there were no such laws? You can imagine what our society, our culture, our world would be like. It would not be very pretty! The fact that laws exist emphatically demonstrates the need for them, our need for them! I’d invite anyone, who thinks that he/she could do fine without laws that is, to control themselves, not other people - to reflect upon a time, when they were very angry, for whatever reason. Maybe your personal space was violated. Perhaps you were unfairly oppressed or put upon in some way. You might have experienced road rage. Possibly someone inflicted physical discomfort or harm upon you. Maybe you were deceived or cheated. Now think carefully, candidly and honestly on what you might have done, or perhaps even considered doing, if there were no laws in the land. I shudder sometimes to think about the things I might have done under some of those circumstances! Like the Bible says, “Indeed, there

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

is not a righteous man on earth who continually does good and who never sins” (Ecclesiastes 7:20). Every person on earth has an inborn selfish desire to misbehave and to treat others unlovingly. That’s why this Christmas season is so important, so meaningful and such a blessing! The apostle Paul called it the time that “had fully come.” He said, “When the time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under law, to redeem those under law, that we might receive the full rights of sons” (Galatians 4:4-5). That gives the full meaning of Christmas! The almighty God of the Universe enfleshed Himself in the Babe of Bethlehem, Jesus, the Christ, to be “born under [the] law.” He kept the law perfectly (not having inherited the proclivity to sin). He was tortured and executed for misbehavior of which He was not guilty. And thus He made atonement for all of us who believe in Him, who are unable to keep the law. That means that everyone, who trusts in Jesus, becomes a child of God and an heir of unfathomable glory and eternal blessing. Like the apostle John wrote, “God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16). A blessed Christmas season to you!

■ 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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State Parks annual Pass Program returns for 2015 Vicky Waters, Director, Public Affairs Courier Outdoors California State Parks is launching the annual Park Pass Program, bringing back the popular “Golden Poppy” and introducing a new Tahoe area regional pass. The annual Park Pass Program consists of four different passes with a variety of admissions to parks statewide, and price points designed to meet visitors’ individual needs. Specifically, the 2015 annual passes include: ■ “California Explorer” Annual Pass, $195: Offers vehicle entrance to 134 state parks, including the Southern California beaches along the Orange, Los Angeles and San Diego Coasts. ■ “Golden Poppy” Annual Pass, $125: This popular pass is making a comeback, and includes vehicle entrance to 112 state parks. ■ “Tahoe Regional” Annual Pass, $75: This new regional pass was created this year specifically for one of the jewels of the state, the Lake Tahoe region. The pass includes admission to D.L. Bliss State Park, Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park, Emerald Bay

State Park, Kings Beach State Recreation Area and Donner Memorial State Park. ■ “Historian Passport” $50: Includes admission for up to four people to State Historic Parks that generally charge a per-person admission fee. Pass holders will be able to tour California missions, see where the gold rush happened and experience Native American culture. ■ “Off Highway Vehicle” Day Use Annual Pass, $50: unchanged from last year. The Annual Passes are available in the following: ■ California State Parks Online Store store.parks.ca.gov/park-passes/ ■ Park Pass Sales Office at 1416 9th Street, Room 144 in Sacramento On Monday, Jan. 5, passes will be available at state park units where fees are collected. All of these passes are valid for a floating 12-month period from the date of purchase. For more information on California State Parks’ Annual Park Pass Program and the locations where each will be honored, visit the Park Pass web page store.parks.ca.gov.

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Department of Fish & Wildlife invites public to participate Kyle Orr, CDFW Communications Courier Outdoors At the Elkhorn Slough Ecological Reserve, docent-led walks are scheduled every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Binoculars and bird books are available for the public to borrow at no cost. The visitor center and main overlook are fully accessible. Day use fee is $4.32 per person, ages 16 and older. Groups of 10 or more should schedule a separate tour. For more information, visit

dfg.ca.gov/lands/er/region4/ elkhorn.html. Every Monday (except holidays) you can join the Volunteer Stewardship Field Crew at Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, 1700 Elkhorn Road, Royal Oaks (95076), 10 a.m. to noon. Help preserve natural habitat by collecting seeds, planting, and helping to maintain trails and weeding introduced species. For more information, visit dfg.ca.gov/lands/er/region4/elkho rn.html or email elkhornslough .org.

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CDFW hunter education Kyle Orr, CDFW Communications Courier Outdoors At clubhouses, fire stations and park districts across California, more than 1,000 volunteer hunter education instructors are working to educate the future hunters of our state. “California's volunteer Hunter Education instructors are successfully passing along California’s hunting heritage,” said California Department of Fish & Wildlife director Charlton H. Bonham. “I am proud of CDFW’s hunter education team, especially our 1,012 volunteer instructors.” The State of California requires all first-time resident hunters, regardless of age, to complete hunter education training or pass a comprehensive equivalency test before purchasing a hunting license. The program reduces the potential for

firearms accidents, promotes hunting ethics and wildlife conservation, and teaches basic outdoor skills and game care. Since the program began in 1954, hunting accidents of all types have declined substantially in conjunction with an increase in appreciation for hunting ethics and wildlife conservation practices. “I truly believe you are never finished learning,” said Lorrie Ambrosino, an HEI who has taught out of Livermore for almost 20 years and was awarded the 2013 California HEI of the Year. “I have students from 11-year-olds to 70year-olds.” Approximately 30,000 students annually complete the state’s 10-hour minimum hunter education course. For more information about the state’s hunter education program or to contact an HEI, please visit dfg.ca.gov/huntered/.

Kern River Valley information Emergencies call ■ Ambulance ■ Fire ■ Law Enforcement ■ Search & Rescue ■ Lake Patrol ■ Forest Service

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

Kern Valley Hospital Emergency Department McCray & Laurel Mountain Mesa 760-379-2681

Recreation information ■ U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646

■ Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.

General information ■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella Local: 760-379-5236 Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN

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This is the explanation of the t h o u g h t p r o c e s s behind this year’s winning Whiskey Flat Days theme. The theme was submitted by a firefighter. Just a few months ago we were plagued with a series of wild fires that left unimaginable destruction. Families lost their homes and many of their most precious items and memories. The intention of this theme was to salute our brave men and women who fought bravely to save as many homes as they possible could. Some people may see fire and

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destruction in this picture, but when we look at this picture, we see community. We see a community that comes together in times of hardship and devastation. This depiction was not meant to be insensitive to someone’s loss. It is meant to create an alertness to the strength and support that grows in this family (despite the drought). We are very proud to call the Kern River Valley home. This beautiful piece was created by our very own Jeanette RogersErickson. The Kernville Chamber of Commerce thanks her for capturing the importance of this community.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Gone Girl” (R) -- Based on the best-selling novel by Gillian Flynn, this film adaptation tells the twisty story of a screwed-up marriage between two god-awful, selfish people. Nick (Ben Afleck) goes to the police because his wife of five years, Amy (Rosamund Pike), has gone missing. She’s a pretty young lady, so the search gets national attention. The police and media put intense scrutiny on Nick and Amy’s marriage -- which, of course, is full of secrets and sleaze. Director David Fincher (“Fight Club,” “Se7en”) has fun with the dark themes and off-putting scenes of the story. He dialed in the perfect setting for a moody, atmospheric thriller by bringing his whole crew of award-winning technicians, including Trent Reznor, the industrial rocker who won an Oscar for the score he put to “The Social Network.” “A Walk Among the Tombstones” (R) -- As a stone-cold ex-cop, Matt Scudder (Liam Neeson) works as a private investigator in modern New York City. Some bad guys lose their wives to super-bad guys, and Neeson is called in to punish the extra-wicked. As Neeson campaigns through the underworld, he picks up a self-appointed sidekick in the form of a homeless, streetwise teen (Brian Bradley). Neeson’s character is unflappable -- seen it all -- but this job just might push him too far.

Rosamund Pike, Ben Afleck in “Gone Girl” Neeson has really nailed down the Icy Badass Harboring Inner Pain role. You might think it would be old by now, but he keeps upping his game. This film focuses on suspense and stomach-churning tension over shaky, flailing fight scenes. Neeson walks like he’s the Grim Reaper on his way to an appointment. “Love is Strange” (R) -- Ben (John Lithgow) and George (Alfred Molina) have been together for about 40 years, and only just decided to get married in a nifty little ceremony in Manhattan. Unfortunately, George’s job as a music teacher at a Catholic school is terminated. They’ve known about and tolerated his partner for years, but his marriage apparently puts him over the line. The couple lose their apartment, and each of them have to crash with family and friends in different parts of the city. It’s a fine movie about love, its long-term place in our lives and how it changes as we grow. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Bodfish Bob’s Dijon Chicken for Two 1/3 cup prepared ranch salad dressing 1 T Dijon mustard 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts halves 2 T butter or margarine 3 T white wine or chicken broth Hot cooked long grain rice and wild rice or pasta. In a small bowl, combine salad dressing and mustard; set aside. In a skillet, cook chicken in butter over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. Add wine or broth to skillet; cook over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Whisk in mustard mixture; cook and stir until blended and heated through. Serve over chicken and rice. Garnish with parsley. Bodfish Bob’s Salisbury Steak for Two 1 egg 1 slice bread, torn into small pieces 1 T finely chopped onion 1/2 pound ground beef

In a bowl, combine the egg, bread and onion; crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into two patties. In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, brown patties on both sides in oil if desired; drain. Combine the soup, water, mushrooms and pepper; pour over patties. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until meat is no longer pink. Bodfish Bob’s Spanish Rice For Two 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup green bell pepper chopped 3/4 tsp olive oil 1 1/2 oz. green chilies, drained 1/2 cup white rice 3/4 cup canned tomatoes 3/4 tsp white vinegar 1/4 T salt 1/4 T pepper Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat; add onion, bell pepper, chilies and rice. Sauté until rice is browned and vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add undrained tomatoes and vinegar to pan; stir. Cook, stirring frequently, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper, mix. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.

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It all evens out Dave Ramsey Courier Columnist Dear Dave, I have a 5-yearold daughter, and I want to start a 529 for her. However, I’m concerned that the government Ramsey might seize the 529 assets in order to pay off debt and give people treasury bonds instead. Do you think this might happen? - Barry Dear Barry, I think there’s less than a one percent chance they’d seize the actual assets. Really, I don’t believe they’re any more likely to come take investments away than they are to come take your home. I mean, we’re really talking about private property here. If you have $100,000 in a retirement fund, and they say they’re going to take that away from you, it’s like taking a person’s home. I just don’t see that happening. The big question, I think, is this: Are they likely to take away some of the tax benefits - like the 529 plan’s ability to grow tax-free? As in, they just come in and say they’re making it all taxable to pay the bills they’ve accumulated up in Washington, D.C. from all their stupid behavior. That kind of thing actually could happen. -Dave

Dear Dave, We have three children, ages 15, 10 and nine. With our oldest starting high school and just being a teenager, we’re spending lots more money on her than the others. It’s almost like she's the favorite child. Should we spend more on the other kids to make things seem a little more fair? - Julie Dear Julie, I don’t think so. In five or six years, it’ll be their turn and you guys will be spending that kind of money on them, too. That’s the way it is with teens. Here's a question for you. When the 15-year-old is 23, and you’re buying prom dresses and all the other teenage stuff for the younger kids, are you going to turn around and give the older child extra money just to “even things up?” Of course not. That would be silly. She had her moment in the sun, and now it’s their turn. Just make sure you hug on all of them equally, and let them know you love them! -Dave Dave Ramsey is a national radio personality and the author of three New York Times bestselling books. He offers financial advice as host of a nationally syndicated radio program, “The Dave Ramsey Show.” For more financial help visit daveramsey.com.

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Time to prepare is now Jordi Ortega, State Farm Courier Alert As California endures a historic drought and recovers from recent wildfires, residents need to prepare for the possibility of mudslides and flooding triggered by rainstorms. Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States, causing about $50 billion in economic losses each year, according to the Insurance Information Institute. State Farm® encourages residents to take the following steps to protect: Your lives: ■ Listen to first responders and to the news - If a mandatory evacuation has been ordered in your area, gather your most important documents and key belongings and leave your house promptly. ■ Drive in “defense mode” - In heavy rain and during flash floods, seek high ground, turn on your lights, slow down, maintain more distance with other cars, and avoid driving on roads covered by water. ■ The National Weather service offers text alerts for watches and warnings. In the event of a warning, the Service recommends that citizens get to higher ground and avoid going through any water deeper than six inches, either on foot or by car. ■ Keep Tank Full and Change Wipers - Wipers should be replaced if the windshield view is smeared. ■ Have a Road Survival Kit in the carIt should include a: tool set, spare tire, car jack, first aid kit, blanket, rain jacket, plastic tarp, jumper cables, flash

light, gloves, spare cloths, water, nonperishable food, and road flares. ■ Mud slides tend to occur at night so it is important to be engaged before storms occur. Be prepared with what you need to take for an evacuation, medicines, baby food, diapers, a few clothes, pet supplies. You will not be able to outrun it. Your property: ■ Inspect Your Home - As the storm progresses, inspect your home and monitor rain gutters, roof, yard, outbuildings, and trees and shrubs for possible hazards. ■ Make an Inventory - Create an inventory taking photos and short videos of your possessions in each room. ■ Create an Emergency kit - Make sure you have plenty of emergency supplies like batteries, blankets, flashlights, water and non-perishable foods. ■ Have an Evacuation plan - If you live close to a hillside area, have a disaster evacuation plan. Your finances: ■ Flood damage and homes - damage due to floods is typically not covered by standard homeowners or renters insurance policies. Should you live in an area that is prone to floods or mudslides, consider purchasing flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program: Floodsmart.gov. ■ Flood damage and cars - comprehensive coverage on a typical auto insurance policy will cover damage to a car caused by a flood. Talk to your agent - review your policies and discuss your insurance needs.

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Hot fireplace safety tips Ameriprise Auto & Home Insurance Courier Release Is your fireplace giving you more worry than warmth this winter? Here are some tips to avoid fireplace mishaps so you and your family can safely enjoy the comfort of a crackling fire this winter. ■ Chimney: Install a mesh screen cap over the top of the chimney. Call a certified chimney specialist to inspect and clean your chimney or wood stove annually. ■ Flue: Us a stovepipe thermometer to monitor flue temperatures. ■ Air inlets: Air inlets should always be kept open. ■ Mesh gates: When the glass doors are open, close the mesh screen. It will help keep embers from escaping. ■ Hearth: The hearth should be completely clear of any debris, decorations or clutter.

■ Ashes: Let ashes cool completely before removing them. If your fireplace does not have an ash pit connected to the hearth, keep ashes in a metal container a safe distance from your home-at least 10 feet. Pour water over the ashes before throwing them away. ■ Outside: Cut away any branches above your chimney vent. Doors: Open doors help start a fire. During the fire closed doors keep fire contained and allows a fan to heat your home and open doors help you better enjoy the fire experience, but require more supervision. Closing the doors when finishing the fire helps keep air in the chimney from entering your home. ■ Other tips: Never leave a fire in the fireplace unattended. Always have a smoke alarm on every level of your home and a fire extinguisher nearby. Never burn trash or use accelerants in your fireplace.

Announcements, Continued from page 3 tion service to veterans 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.

Horseshoe players ring in a New Year The Lake Isabella Horseshoe Club is seeking new players of all ages to join in the fun every Thursday at Tank Park. Sign up starts at 5 p.m. The entry fee is only $4. There is prize money for first and second place. Call Ken Kasha at 760-379-1222 or Norm Cook at 760-376-2804 for more information.

Free mobile App helps students succeed Inspired by its strategic goal to increase student success, Cerro Coso Community College launched a free mobile application that gives students the information, tips and tricks they need to succeed. GradGuru guides and motivates students to take action and engage in behaviors that have been proven to lead to higher and faster completion rates. The free app helps students keep track of campus-specific deadlines, better understand the milestones they need to hit; learn what behaviors lead to academic success; tap existing student support and financial aid resources; and share these lessons with one another. Students can create a customized profile and based on personal and school information the app suggests events, activities and tips. Using the app is like having a personal counselor available whenever they need it. Students are busy with work and family. And navigating community college can be complicated, especially for the 40 percent of students who are the first in their families to go to college. GradGuru will fill a big part of the information gap, making it easier for students to keep track of deadlines, learn tips and tricks to stay in school and finish faster. Expedite your journey through college. GradGuru is available for free on iTunes and Google Play. Download now and tell your friends!

KRV Art Association is looking for demonstrators If you have a craft or artistic skill and would like to demonstrate your skill at one of the Kern River Valley Art Association monthly meetings, call Emily Diggles at 760-379-6162 or email emilydiggles@gmail.com. You may donate your efforts or, if desired, receive a compensation. There is also a travel allowance of $50 if you live more than 50 miles away. This can be a way to get better known and get more customers and publicity. There are openings through September. July and August are dark. They have had many varied demos such as air brush, watercolor, pastels, landscapes, Native American sand painting, etc. Consider sharing your skills.

Assistance for veterans at Bakersfield Vet Center For the past four years the Bakersfield Vet Center has been working diligently on providing counseling services to our Veterans living in remote areas of Kern County. The Center now has the Counseling staff necessary to visit the Lake Isabella area on the second Tuesday of each month. Thanks to Kern County Parks and Recreation Department, the Bakersfield Vet Center counselor will be at the Senior Center/Veterans Hall from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. For those Veterans attending the Bakersfield VA Clinic for counseling, their families, and any Veteran that feels the need to readjust to civilian life after service in a combat theatre- call at 661-323-VETS (8387) to make an appointment with them at the Lake Isabella Seniors Center.

Kern Transit plan seeks feedback The Kern Council of Governments is working with Kern Transit, our local public transit provider, to develop a five-year transit plan in the Kern River Valley. This plan will be based on an understanding of community needs and feedback from our community. The Kernville Chamber of Commerce has surveys available at their office. They will have them available until the end of the year. If you would like to submit your feedback electronically, visit krvtransitsurvey.com. The Chamber office will also have computers available to the public if needed.

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) That lower-thanacceptable performance you’re getting from others in your group might be the result of miscommunication. If so, correct it before serious problems arise later on. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) An unexpected situation could call for a change of plans. If so, you might feel that this is unfair. But it’s best to make the needed adjustments now. There’ll be time later for rescheduling. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The new year brings opportunities you might want to look into. Some might be more interesting than others. But take time to look at all of them before you make any decisions.. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You’ve worked out that pesky financial problem. You might find it advisable to get some solid advice on how to proceed. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Romance looms large over the Leonine aspect. Single Lions looking for love should find Cupid very cooperative. Paired Cats can expect a renewed closeness in their relationships. VIRGO (Aug. 23 Sept. 22) Making contact with a former colleague might not be high on your list of priorities. But it could pay off personally as well as professionally. Avoid bringing up any negatives about the past. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A personal relation-

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Smart tax moves to consider at the New Year Jason Alderman Courier FYI The flurry of activity during the last weeks of December can make it difficult to pay attention to finances. If you want to save on your tax bill come April, now’s the time to make some critical moves. Here are some suggestions to investigate by year-end with follow-up in the new year: ■ Accelerate your deductions and defer your income. It makes the list every year because it works. To keep your 2014 tax bill low, try to defer bonuses, consulting income or self-employment income until 2015 while taking as many deductions as you legally can. Deductions may include paying your January federal and state income taxes, real estate taxes and interest payments. ■ Bunch non-urgent medical expenses this year or move them to 2015. If you have non-emergency medical procedures coming up, it’s a good idea to

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: BABY CAFE (2014 - B6295), DBA #2: CENTRAL VALLEY LACTATION ASSOCIATION (2014 B6296), DBA #3: WARMLINE (2014 - B6297). Street address of principal place of business: 4101 Union Avenue, Suite #3, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2457. Mailing address of business: 4101 Union Avenue, Suite #3, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2457. REGISTRANT: La Cresta Foundation, 4101 Union Avenue, Suite #3, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2457. Date the business commenced: 03/24/1978. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Patricia J. Reis, Treasurer. This statement filed on 11/25/2014. Expires 11/25/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk.

By: A. Guerrero. Published by the Kern River Courier December 12, 19, 26, 2014 and January 2, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: FAST AUTO AND PAYDAY LOANS (2014 - B6219). Street address of principal place of business: 1800 23rd Street, Suite D, Bakersfield, CA 93001. Mailing address of business: 8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406, Atlanta, GA 30350. REGISTRANT: Fast Auto Loans, Inc., 8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406, Atlanta, GA 30350. Date the business commenced: 08/01/2014. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Terry E. Fields, Vice President. This statement filed on 11/20/2014. Expires 11/20/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the

Kern River Courier December 19 and 26, 2014, January 2 and 9, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: FAST AUTO AND PAYDAY LOANS (2014 - B6218). Street address of principal place of business: 2222 North Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93008. Mailing address of business: 8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406, Atlanta, GA 30350. REGISTRANT: Fast Auto Loans, Inc., 8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406, Atlanta, GA 30350. Date the business commenced: 08/01/2014. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Terry E. Fields, Vice President. This statement filed on 11/20/2014. Expires 11/20/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier December 19 and 26, 2014, January 2 and 9, 2015.

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Friday, January 2, 2015 tion, and the only national cemetery in California to be honored with National Shrine status. ■ Kern High School District Board Member Mike Williams presented a California State Resolution to Dalton Gallis on behalf of Assemblywoman Shannon Grove. Assemblywoman Grove believes Gallis is a great example of the student athletes at Kern Valley High School who are committed to excellence on and off the field.

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■ The members of the Kern River Valley Sheriff's Activities League paid tribute to High School Musical for its a n n u a l fundraiser on November 15. ■ On Friday m o r n i n g November 21, Kern County Superior Court Executive Officer Terry McNally traveled to the Rolling stones - Excavation work Kern River begins on Kern Valley Museum annex. Valley and met with Daures Turkey Vulture Festival Stephens, president of the KRV American on the preserve. ■ Excavation work Legion Post 711-Legion began September 30 at Riders at Stephens' busithe vacant lot located ness South Lake Cycle across the street from the regarding efforts to have the Lake Isabella courtKernville Museum to house reopened. develop the lot that was donated and establish a ■ In coordinamuseum annex. tion with the District One Kern County Board of ■ Eric Wallace of Supervisor Mick the Kern Valley FFA was Gleason, National selected as a national Weather Service, Kern finalist for the National County Water Agency, FFA Proficiency Award Kern County Sheriff's in Environmental Science Office, Kern County and Natural Resources Department of M a n a g e m e n t - Engineering, Surveying Entrepreneurship/Place and Permit Services, the ment. Wallace is one of Kern County Fire Chief only four people chosen and Kern County Office to compete for this award of Emergency Services at the national finals held Director Brian Marshall October 29 to November invited the residents of 1 during the 87th Wofford Heights and the National FFA Convention surrounding areas to a community meeting on December 18 to advise the local community and discuss the potential or actual flooding due to weather events that may impact the community in the coming months due to Flood zone - KCFD Chief warns the Shirley and affected residents of flood concerns. Way fires. ■ After a year and in Louisville, KY. or more the lights were ■ The Bakersfield switched back on at National Cemetery which Ewings on the Kern, sits on 500 acres of land Monday December 22 by donated by Tejon Ranch, new owners are Mark was designated in Preston and his wife of 20 October as a National years, Sherry. The couple Shrine; one of only 17 of also owns the Sierra 131 national cemeteries Gateway Markets in to receive the recogni- Kernville and Southlake.

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resolutions, Continued from page 1 bination of consistency and hard work. If you fall behind schedule or are sidetracked for any reason, try to refocus -- and don't give up! Don't surrender to temptation, difficulty or temporary failure. Persist until you achieve the goal. ■ Cultivate personal integrity. Have a clear purpose, commit to success and be accountable.

Or on the silly side one can resolve to keep one of these: ■ Sleep more ■ Eat pizza ■ Talk to your cat ■ Maintain your perfection ■ Get dressed before noon ■ Watch more television ■ Play harder, work less ■ Don’t make resolutions ■ Stop procrastinating You might start next month. So far so good!