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The Whiskey Flat Days celebration began some 56 years ago when local merchants were looking for ways to increase business and commerce during the area’s otherwise slow winter months. The idea of the Presidents’ Day weekend event named after the historic gold rush town of Whiskey Flat with an hororary mayoral race, parade, old west reinactments, carnival, rodeo, food and vendors would soon catch on. In 1991, the Kerville Chamber of Commerce, having trouble carrying on the tradition of recruiting candidates for Whiskey Flat Mayor, got the idea of splitting profuits from the selling of bribes with the candidates’ chosen charitable organization. It was then agreed on a 60/40 split with 60 percent going to the Chamber. “That 60 percent promotes local business, promotes tourisum, and keeps the visitors coming,” said Cheryl Borthick the current chamber president. “An organization makes more money in six weeks than any other way.” The theme for this year’s Whiskey Flat Days was sub-

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Friday high 66° Partly cloudy Friday low 41° Mostly cloudy Saturday high 64° Variable clouds Saturday low 38° Rain

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Honorary Whisky Flat Mayor canidates LtoR “The Keeper Brothers” aka Rex Hinkey and Joel Hinkey and “Man Trackin’ Jami” aka Jami Ward along with her sidekick “Whitewater Shawn” aka Shawn Ward.

Let the mayors’ race begin Michael Batelaan Courier Sightings With “Man Trackin’ Jami” aka Jami Ward is searching to rescue her failed 2013 bid for Whiskey Flat Mayor along with her sidekick “Whitewater Shawn” aka Shawn Ward and “The Keeper Brothers” aka Rex Hinkey and Joel Walling, this honorary mayor’s race will go down in the record books as a guaranteed keeper. The Kernville Chamber of Commerce held the Whiskey Flat Kick Off dinner Friday, Jan. 2 before a capacity crowd at the Kern River Valley Golf Course announcing this year’s Honorary Whiskey Flat Mayor candidates. Meet this year’s Whiskey Flat mayor candidates: ■ “The Keeper Brothers” Jelly Belly Joel and Rockin’ Rex, be a runnin’ fer Whiskey Flat Mayor and say they got some hot

Whiskey Flat Days President’s Day Weekend February 13 through16

dam good ideas fer you folks here on the Flats. They be wantin’ you to vote fer ’em causin’ the Flats need a couple of good ole boys to clean it up and make fer a better place to hang yer hat. It’s gonna take two of ‘em to git the job done and thar won’t be no dirty politics while they be a doin' it. Clean, I say. Clean! Them boys were a bred and born right here afore them damn dam folks done went and clogged up the ole Kern River. Their grand pappies be the barbers ‘round here and they done learned us a thing ‘er two ‘bout how t’keep thangs tidied up

and makin’ a happy place fer all you folks. If’n folks be happy, they be a spendin’ plenty more of thar gold dust ‘round town and that be a makin’ all them busyness folks plumb happy. The Keeper Brothers said, “Why we done made a deal with ole Governor Rapid Richard to bring in more whiskey and ale to all the local saloons. A man’s gotta have the grog to git his day’s work done. So them women folk won’t be a throwin’ a fit about the ‘demon rum’ and makin’ us sleep with the dogs, we gonna see they git new two-hole privies plum full of that new fangled paper what be softer than Granny’s Sears Catalogue and even hang a curtain ‘er two fer ta make it feel more homey. “One more thang we been a thinkin’ ‘bout doin’ fer ya, when we is your mayors, is make your road trips fer yer supplies more better is to have

them new portable johns that fit right on the back of yer wagon. Why ya don’t even have t’stop or pull the team over… ya jest hand the reigns t’yer partner or woman, climb in tha back, do your job and never miss a lick. No more tryin’ t’find a tree, or a bush. No more sittin’ in the rain. They be called, portable earth closets and be the latest craze on the ole trails.” Yes sirree folks, a vote fer the Keeper Brothers makes dang good sense ‘causin’ we be the ones who will be a keepin’ it clean, keepin’ it real and dang if we won’t be a keepin’ it all. yer votes that is. Bribes ain’t crooked around these here parts and we got a bucket full of ‘em fer ya t’buy. Money do count these days and we ain’t too proud ta have you empty yer polks to put us in office. That Miss Lily up thar where them Chamber folks hang out

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KV Bronc seeks global playing field KRVR Courier Spotlight Dillon Kirby, a successful football player and scholar at Kern Valley High School, got the opportunity to travel to Italy to play football when he received an email inviting him to play on the USA-American Football World team, which recruits a select high school team to compete with the Italian national U19 team in Milan, Italy on April 4. Only 35 players are selected to the team.

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Kirby, his parents, Karra and David, and brother Erik, moved to Southlake in 2010. Kirby played football for the Broncs and his KVHS football career included Kern Valley winning the High Desert League championship two years in a row. He became part of school history as Kern Valley won a CIF playoff home contest for the

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first time ever. Kirby was also chosen to the HDL’s All-League first team as a linebacker. Kirby also played three years of soccer for the Broncs and is contemplating going out for the track and field team in the spring. Before moving to the valley, Kirby lived in Long Beach, playing football in Lakewood, Calif. He also had the opportunity to attend the Marcedes Lewis Foundation Football Camp.

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“The Keeper Brothers”(aka:Rex Hinkey and Joel Walling) ■ @G3 KRVAA Gallery January 10 The new Art Gallery in Kernville, (next to the Sportsman Inn) from 11 a.m. ‘ til later. Jest mosey right in and check out the new gallery and meet The Keeper Brothers. ■ @Nuui Cunni Craft Sunday January 11 See those crafty guys right about 11 a.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.

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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

Mondays

■ 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

■ @Nuui Cunni Craft Wednesday January 14 ‘Bout noon, ‘cause they dun want to git sum of that dang good potluck grub those ladies dun whip up.

■ @Ewing's on the Kern January 10 From 6 to 8 p.m. Man Trackin' Jami and Whitewater Shawn will be lookin’ at those views, right along with you.

■ @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 Sports Bar, Wofford Heights January 11 Man Trackin’ Jami will be slingin’ drinks for you from 3 to 6 p.m.

“Man Trackin Jami” (aka: Jami Ward) ■ @Kernville Saloon January 9 Mingle with the Man Tracker at 9 p.m.

■ @Paradise Cove January 12 Man Trackin’ Jami and Whitewater Shawn will be at the Man and Woman of the Year festivities, cheering along with you.

■ 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.

■ @Pizza Barn January 16 Eat and drink from 5:30 to 8 p.m. ■ @Kernville Saloon January 16 After 8 p.m., join Man Trackin’ Jami and Whitewater Shawn and hoist a few.

Community ■ Dillon Kirby fundraiser January 10 Cheryl’s Diner spaghetti dinner. Ten percent goes to help Dillon Kirby go to Italy. ■ Dillon Kirby fundraiser January 16 Chatterbox Café, all-you-can-eat fish and chips. Ten percent goes to help Dillon Kirby go to Italy. ■ Star Party January 17 Starting at 6 p.m. 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 760-3761291 or 760-376-6290. ■ 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 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. ■ 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.

■ 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.

■ 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

This information is submitted to the Courier by the groups listed. Please call the phone numbers provided to check times and location.

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Walking a mile in his shoes Rod Middleworth Courier Columnist

Traffic & Safety STOP December 2014 traffic statistics Scott Griswold, California Highway Patrol Courier Contributor

Traffic Collisions: Non- injurry - 15 Injury - 5 DUI Arrests - 2 Suspended/Unlicensed Drivers Arrested - 15

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January safety tip of the month: During the cold winter months, it is important to watch for ice in shady roadway areas and bridges. Shady areas and bridges can stay icy for long periods of time. Remember, “black ice” is sometimes hard to see and can be very slick. Always stay prepared by stocking up your vehicle with some basic essentials for winter. Warm blankets, water and some snacks are a few items that can make a big difference in an emergency situation.

I recently read that to understand someone, try walking a mile in his shoes. If that doesn’t work and he chases after you, you will be a Middleworth mile away and have his shoes. Having read that, I got to thinking about the many shoes I have worn from child to geezerhood. Sometime when I was a baby, the little shoes I wore were bronzed as a memento of my youth, actually we were too poor to have them bronzed, so my mom painted them gold. My guess is that those shoes are in a landfill somewhere. In later years, at the beginning of the school year, I would get new tennis shoes and they were supposed to last the whole school year. They never did and sometime in February or March, I would get new Converse shoes. In high school, we bought penny loafers and logger boots. These boots would make black marks on the floor. The school didn’t like them and Mom would never let me wear them in the house. For graduation, I got a brand new pair of Florsheim shoes that I treasured for years. When I joined the Navy, I was issued two pair of black navy shoes. They had to be polished in the way called, “spit shine.” To do that, you draped a cloth over your index finger, spit on the cloth, dipped it into

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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.

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

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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.

a can of black shinola and applied it to the shoe. Then you did it again and again and again until the shoe had a brilliant shine. Sometime during my Navy days and later years I bought sandals called Huaraches. They were comfortable, easy to wear and they squeaked when I walked. In my younger years, I did some skiing and had to buy special ski boots. They fastened on the skis in such a way that the bindings would kick loose when you crashed. My bindings kicked loose a lot. When I went to work for the telephone company, I had to wear a tie, a suit and brown or black wingtip shoes that I bought from J.C. Penney's. I still have a pair of those shoes that are more than 40 years old. They have been re-soled, spit polished and currently worn on special occasions. Like Imelda Marcos of the Philippines, I have collected a lot of shoes, many of which are worn and others practically brand new. I noticed that I hate to throw shoes away and so they have accumulated in my closet and in the garage. As I sit at the computer tonight I am wearing fleece lined boots with side zippers. They are warm and easy to pull on and off. I also have several pair of shoes that only require Velcro to fasten them. Us old geezers like the Velcro better than laces and they are more in tune with my arthritic body.

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Got Used Oil? Cranes Waste Oil Inc. is accepting closed top containers up to 5 gallons and a drained used oil filter. At 15412 Highway 178, Southlake, between the hours of 10am & 2pm or by appointment Monday to Friday. Closed Holidays " We are located 2 blks east of the Fire Station. (Maximum 20 gallons at one time).

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Last chance for ‘Home 4 the Holiday’ adoption 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.

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Peggy Sandra Wolford August 27, 1948 - December 16, 2014 Peggy was born in Bakersfield and moved to Lake Isabella about 15 years ago. She loved painting and helped her sister, Judy Wolford Deems, do a number of beautiful murals all over Southern California and in the Kern River Valley. Peggy belonged to the KRVAA, Moose Lodge and Eagles locally. Peggy was loved and contributed a lot of her time. She loved decorating for Halloween and Christmas and was always dressing her best for the holidays: everyone waited to see her costumes. Peggy was one of a kind to her family and friends. Peggy will be so missed. Peggy is survived by the love of her life fiancé, Don Gable, her sister Judy Wolford Deems and husband Mike Deems; her sister Helen Cleveland and brother Michael Wolford and wife Susan; her sister-in-law Patsy Wolford; her son Terry Oates and wife Lei, daughter Kristen Deems and son Sean Oates, numerous grand children, nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at the KRV Moose Lodge in Lake Isabella on Saturday January 10 at 11 a.m. 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 Isaiah in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Genesis 3, who made clothes for Adam and Eve out of skins? Adam, Eve, The Lord, Serpent 3. What did Jesus say His followers would never walk in? Fear, Solitude, Darkness, Shame 4. Lamentations 3 speaks of the wormwood and the “what?” Serpent, Gall, Fence, Fig 5. Who had a vision of a lion that had eagle’s wings? John the Baptist, Peter, Herod, Daniel 6. From 2 Samuel 20, who killed Amasa? Joab, Sheba, Abishai, Bichri 1) Old; 2) The Lord; 3) Darkness; 4) Gall; 5) Daniel; 6) Joab © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

The cost of Christmas Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist January 6 was Epiphany, the traditional celebration of the arrival of the gift-bearing Wise Men from the East (See Matthew 2:112) to honor the Schlensker new-born (at least recently-born, within the last couple of years, anyway) King of the Jews, which makes Epiphany also the socalled “Christmas of the Gentiles,” since the men from the East were not Jewish. Eventually there arose a tradition in the Western Church, which identifies the days between Christmas and Epiphany as the 12 Days of Christmas, counting the day after Christmas (Dec. 26) as the “first” day. And that tradition, of course, gave rise to the popular song about the 12 Days of Christmas and the gifts presented by a lover to his beloved on each of those festive days. Leave it to our contemporary capitalistic culture to be concerned with the cost of the gifts identified in that song. Maybe you have heard about the PNC Wealth Management Christmas Price Index, which has for the past 30 years been tracking the cost of the 12 Days of Christmas gifts. The 2014 cost went up about $300 over the 2013 cost. That was an increase of a little more than one percent, although the cost of the three French hens went up about 10 percent, and the price of six geese-a-laying increased a whopping 71.4 per-

cent. The 2014 cost of one set of the gifts named in the song was $27,673.22. If, however, we include the multiples of the gifts, which were repeatedly given by the true-lover over the 12 days as specified in the song, the cumulative, total cost comes to $116,273.08. Now, who would spend $116,273.08 on his beloved for Christmas gifts? Well, OK, there are probably a few people in the world, who are able and inclined to do so, but the vast majority of folks on the planet are certainly not. It might be healthy, at this time, to think about how much money we actually did spend on Christmas. How much did it cost you? With that in mind, the fact remains that however much it was, even if it was more than $100,000, it was miniscule compared to what Christmas cost God! In Romans 8:32 Paul says that God “did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all.” That’s very costly, a high price to pay. And in Philippians 2, Paul asserts that Jesus, the Babe of Bethlehem, Deity from eternity, “being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death-- even death on a cross!” The cost of Christmas to God was astronomical, incalculable! That's how much He loves us! 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

Southlake/Weldon

■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Faith Community South Campus 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday evening 4 p.m., 760-379-6935 ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).

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BLM Recreation Managemnt Zone workshop planned Keyesville in detail, including considering vehicle specific sub-designations for trails (single-track vs. ATV vs. Jeep) and brainstorming desired features of/ goals for the Keyesville trail system for the long term. Like previous workshops, this one will be held at the Kern River Valley Veterans/ Senior Center in Lake Isabella, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella, from 9 a.m. to about 1:30 p.m. Although French Gulch RMZ is too large to visit all key locations, the workshop will finish with a brief visit to some of the more accessible portions of the area in the field. For information, call 661-391-6186.

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General Drainage Area 2,093 Square Miles Capacity, Gross Pool 570,000 Acre-Ft. Surface Area, Gross Pool 11,400 Shoreline, Gross Pool 38 miles Length, Gross Pool 9 miles Main Dam Maximum Height 185 Feet Length at Crest 1695 Feet Auxiliary Dam Maximum Height 100 Feet Maximum Length 3,257 Feet Lake Construction Started March 1948 Finished April 1953

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• Pizza Barn…Friday, Jan. 16, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.. Gobble up sum Pizza, drink sum ale and enjoy them RIVER WIND. • G3..KRVAA new Art Gallery in Kernville, (Next to the Sportsman Inn) Saturday, Jan. 10 from 11:00 a.m. ' til later. Jest mozey in and check out the new gallery.

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

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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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Kern Valley Museum docent Ron Bolyard goes above and beyond the call of duty by dog sitting for some Museum visitors so they could go inside and enjoy the exibits. You will find artifacts and memorabilia which make the history of this valley come alive Thursdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Museum is located at 49 Big Blue Road in Kernville.

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Continued from page 3 optional. For information 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 Hall in Lake Isabella 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 theatrecall at 661-323-VETS

(8387) to make appointment.

■ 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 meets in the Supervisor’s conference room, at 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Meeting minutes are posted to krvfiresafecouncil.org. 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 is gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or kernvalley.com.

Volunteers sought for homelessness census Kern County Homeless Collaborative Courier Release Kern County Homeless Collaborative invites 250 volunteers to help conduct a countywide Homelessness Census during a 24-hour period Thursday and Friday, January 22 through 23. With the goal of achieving the Collaborative’s mission “to end homelessness in Kern County,” Heather Kimmel, the Collaborative’s Census Committee chair said “This annual count helps member agencies of the Kern County Homeless Collaborative, the County of Kern and City of Bakersfield to strategically address the housing and service needs of individuals and families who are homeless or at risk for homelessness.” Kimmel, who is also executive director of California Veterans Assistance Foundation, added “The process helps to ensure annual funding to our community in the amount of $3 to $5 million dollars that provides crucial housing and supportive services for this vulnerable population, benefiting the community as a whole.” All volunteer surveyors will be expected to complete a short volunteer profile online at kernhomeless.org and participate in a two- to three-hour training conducted by the Collaborative during the week of January 12. The training will be provided at different time slots for convenience and special training sessions will be provided outside of

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Bakersfield. Volunteers (18 and older) will be trained to work through a series of questions helping the Collaborative identify trends and circumstances. Questions include a variety of topics such as the lengths of time people have been homeless, if they’ve ever been diagnosed with valley fever, or if they have been a victim of domestic violence, to name a few. Homeless individuals surveyed will receive hygiene packets that include: new socks, toiletries such as razors, deodorant, soap and shampoo, a snack, and other items; and be provided with referrals for services if needed - and a “stat team” will be on call to address immediate crisis situations. In an effort to make the count as accurate as possible, on Thursday, Jan. 22, survey teams will interview temporary residents at shelters, safe havens and transitional housing locations. On Friday, Jan. 23, survey teams will span out throughout Kern, all day long to count homeless who sleep outdoors, in parks, alleys, by the river, under bridges or in places not meant for human habitation, such as cars, abandoned buildings, garages or other structures without electricity or running water. “Counting the homeless in an 8,000-square-mile area with dozens of separate communities presents a unique logistical challenge,” says Kimmel. “We are particularly interested in recruiting team leaders and surveyors from rural areas who are familiar with the homeless challenges in their communities.”

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “The Boxtrolls” (PG) -- Here’s a stop-motion animated feature that is charming in both looks and story. The Boxtrolls are cardboard-clad little dudes who scurry around at night and collect nifty things to bring back to their lair under the little city of Cheesbridge. The townspeople are fooled by the ruling class into fearing the Boxtrolls -- who actually are the whimsical and harmless type of monster. The future lies in the hands of Eggs, a little human boy raised by the trolls, and Winnie, the evil mayor’s precocious daughter. With its handmade look and unique feel, “The Boxtrolls” is a welcome break from the standard kid stuff. LAIKA studios was first introduced to audiences with “Coraline” (which was a bit creepier than it was fun), followed by “ParaNorman” (more fun and still rather creepy). “The Boxtrolls"”might be a little unconventional, but they're the monsters you want under your bed. “Lucy” (R) -- In this sorta-sciencey action flick, Scarlett Johansen kicks butts after she is granted the ability to use her whole brain, not just the 10 percent that we regularly use. Well, first off, I gotta burst this Hollywood bubble: People use all of their brains, the “You only use a tiny part” thing is a silly myth. Anyway, Super Scarlett gets her powers when she’s forced to be a drug mule, and the crazy superdrug gets into her system. With her

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mega-brain powers, she goes on a quest to shut down the bad guys and keep the super-drug from getting into the wrong hands. The whole flick goes off the rails pretty fast, starting with that overused and unproven premise about brains. Things actually get less interesting as Johansen grows more powerful. Director Luc Besson tried the worthless gimmick of splicing nature footage into his film -- like a random clip of a cheetah tackling prey cut into a bit of dialog -- but then seems to forget about it halfway through. “The Drop” (R) -- Some of the bars in Brooklyn are sketchy enough to be used for “drops” -- criminal enterprises leave money with the bartender, and some Mafia guys come to pick it up later. Bob (Tom Hardy) is a quiet guy working behind the bar. Bob works under his older cousin, Marv (James Gandolfini in his last film role), who’s still miffed that Chechen mobsters demoted him in the crime game. It’s slow-going for parts of the movie, but Hardy and Gandolfini show their true talents. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob 2 tsp prepared mustard 1/2 tsp celery salt 1 med. tomato, peeled, seeded and finely chopped 1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper (optional) Assorted fresh vegetable dippers or crackers In a skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove, drain on paper towels and crumble. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mustard and celery salt. Stir in the crumbled bacon, tomato and green pepper. Cover and chill. Makes two cups.

Bodfish Bob’s Velveeta Tomato Dip 1 small onion, minced 1-1/2 to 2 pounds Velveeta cheese 1 pound can Italian tomatoes Melt cheese at 60 percent power for six to eight minutes, stirring after three minutes. Add onion and gradually two to three minutes on 50 percent power. Makes enough dip for 25 to 30 guests served with other hors d’oeuvres. Serve with crisp crackers, vegetable dippers or chips. (May need to reheat if served over a period of several hours.

Bodfish Bob’s Bacon and Tomato Macaroni 4 slices of bacon, chopped 1/2 cup chopped onions 1 (17 3/4 ounce) pkg. luxury macaroni & cheese dinner 1 small tomato, seeded & chopped In a medium skillet, cook bacon until crisp. With a slotted spoon, remove bacon. Drain all but one to two tablespoons of bacon drippings. Add onions to skillet. Cook until tender. Prepare luxury macaroni and cheese dinner according to package directions. Stir bacon/onion mixture and tomatoes. Heat through. Refrigerate any leftovers.

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Health Insurance Matters

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, the clock was reset for your health insurThal ance. 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 to 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 copays 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. Many of the prescription plans have negotiated with various pharmacies. 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 medical 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 the HMO plans. Some HMOs are even sending nurses into the homes to follow-up. 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. 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 760-3762100, harrythal@aol.com or harrythal. com.

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Dear Dave, How do I get my girlfriend to take a more active role in planning a family budget? We’re getting married Ramsey in a few months, and everything between us is great except for this one area. She seems to want me to handle the money, and make all the decisions. - David Dear David, Many marriage counselors will tell you if a couple comes to agreement on four major issues money, kids, religion and in-laws they have a greater chance of forming a successful and lasting marriage. Try sitting down with her and explaining from your heart how important it is to you that she’s involved in the budgeting process. I believe it’s vitally important that financial decisions are made by husband and wife together - as one. Most women value communication in a relationship and the process of doing a monthly budget together will be a wonderful sharing experience for the two of you. Money isn’t the most important thing in the world, David. But the way a couple handles money is representative of their dreams, passions and fears. It’s also indica-

Dear Dave, My credit union offers free accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Should I take it? - Alaina Dear Alaina, That's fine if it’s free. However, I wouldn’t rely on it as an integral part of my overall financial plan. In most cases, accidental death and dismemberment policies are just a gimmick. You’re not double dead if you die by accident, and your spouse or family doesn’t need the money if you die by accident rather than a heart attack. They need the same coverage and the same protection regardless. When it comes to life insurance, I recommend a good level term policy that’s 10 to 12 times your annual income. That means if you make $50,000 a year, you need $500,000 to $600,000 in coverage. Still, if it’s really free I’ve got no problem with the policy. Just make sure you’re not paying some other big fee to join a club so you can get “free” stuff. When that happens, it’s not really free. -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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Celebrations Nurses Aides and residents kick up their heels to the music at the New Year's Eve day celebration at Kern Village assisted living. The party was complete with decorations, hats and assortment of appetizers. Owner Sheryl Parmalee, holds celebrations for holidays and resident’s birthdays. Valerie Minoux Kern River Courier

Announcements, Continued from page 3 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.

Information for Veterans at the Beale Library The Beale Memorial Library Veterans Resource Center 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.

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 760379-1222 or Norm Cook at 760-376-2804 for more information.

Giving Special Thanks! Southern Sierra Properties

desires to express our sincere gratitude to all those special people who selected our company to assist them with the purchase and/or sale of their Kern Valley property!

Your Confidence in Our Abilities Helped Us to Achieve One of Our Finest Sales Years in Recent Memory! A Big “Thank You” also goes to our entire support team of title and escrow officers, inspectors, handymen, insurance agents, lenders, licensed contractors, surveyors, and cleaning and maintenance personnel who are so vital to the success of any Real Estate transaction.

Wishing Everyone a Healthy, Happy and Very Prosperous New Year! Tom Poplawski

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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. GEOGRAPHY: What is the only Central American country that doesn’t have a coastline on the Pacific? 2. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin phrase “in media res” mean? 3. MOVIES: What movie featured the line, “The point is, ladies and gentleman, that greed -- for lack of a better word -- is good?” 4. AD SLOGANS: What American manufacturing company once used the slogan “Quality is job one” to sell its products? 5. MUSIC: What does it mean to play notes in a “staccato” style? 6. U.S. PRESIDENTS: What was the Secret Service’s code name for Ronald Reagan? 7. GENERAL: How many official languages does the United Nations have? 8. MYTHOLOGY: Who were the Norns in Norse mythology? 9. TELEVISION: What television sitcom featured parents who were named Al and Peggy?

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Use that Arian charm to help make a difficult workplace transition easier for everyone. News about a long-awaited decision can be confusing. Don’t jump to conclusions. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Although you might well be tempted to be more extravagant than you should be at this time, I’m betting you’ll let your sensible Bovine instinct guide you toward moderation. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) An opportunity for travel could come with some problems regarding travel companions and other matters. So be sure you read all the fine print before you start packing. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Make an effort to complete your usual workplace tasks before volunteering for extra duty. Scrambling to catch up later on could create some resentment among your colleagues. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) A financial matter could have you rethinking your current spending plans. You might want to recheck your budget to see where you can cut back on expenses until the situation improves. VIRGO (Aug. 23 Sept. 22) One way to make your case for that promotion you’ve been hoping for might be to put your planning skills to work in helping to shape up a project that got out of hand. Good luck.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Be careful about “experts” who have no solid business background. Instead, seek advice on enhancing your business prospects from bona fide sources with good success records. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Standing up to support a colleague’s viewpoint -- even if it’s unpopular -- can be difficult if you feel outnumbered. But you’ll win plaudits for your honesty and courage. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) While progress continues on resolving that recurring problem, you might feel it’s taking too long. But these things always need to develop at their own pace. Be patient. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Someone close to you might have a financial problem and seek your advice. If you do decide to get involved, insist on seeing everything that might be relevant to this situation. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) A personal matter takes an interesting turn. The question is, do you want to follow the new path or take time out to reconsider the change? Think this through before deciding. PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Moving into a new career is a big step. Check that offer carefully with someone who has been there, done that, and has the facts you’ll need to help you make your decision.

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For Rent/Lease Kernville - Hi-Ho Senior MHP 11910 Sierra Way, 2-2bd/2ba & 1-2bd/1ba apts, $470/mo + dep & util., no pets 760-376-2671 ___________________________ Onyx - 2bd/1ba triplex avail. now, remodeled, new appl, fncd yd., no smoking/pets, trsh & wtr pd, $600/mo. Perfect for retired couple. 760-220-8787 ____________________________ Wofford Hts - 2bd/1ba avail. 1/1, no pets. $650/mo. 760-223-0544 ____________________________ Lake Isabella - 2/bd, 1/ba refurbished MH with 2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ Park. $522/mo. Call (760) 964-2514 ____________________________

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Consumers alerted about location service apps Kamala D. Harris, Attorney General Courier Alert The California Attorney General, Kamala D. Harris, issued a consumer alert on location services used by mobile applications or apps. With a tap on your smartphone or tablet, you can get a list of nearby restaurants, directions to a friend’s home or a local weather forecast. Location services on your device make a variety of convenient apps work. Location services take your geographic information from satellites (GPS), WiFi and cell-tower networks. What you may not realize is that some apps can access your location all the time, even when you’re not using them. Your location might be “always on.” Broadcasting your location can sometimes expose you and your family to risk of theft or physical harm. For instance, you may be unknowingly revealing your location if your phone is “geo-tagging” your photos. When you take a photo, the location where it was taken may be inserted into the image file, along with the date/time stamp. If you post the photo online, you are revealing your location at a point in time. Sharing a “selfie” without disabling geo-tagging can be dangerous, especially for victims of stalking or domestic abuse. How mobile location services work may be technical, but you do not have to be an engineer to have more control. By adjusting the settings on your mobile device, you can control location services to protect your privacy on today’s “always on” frontier.

Android Phones and Devices ■ Go to settings, then location and uncheck the boxes. When an app asks for access to your location, you can chose to grant it or not. ■ To disable geo-tagging of photos, open the camera and then click on the gear icon and set location to “No.” You may have to click the gear icon on several screen layers. ■ You can also choose how accurate you want your location reporting to be, whether it is determined based on GPS plus WiFi and cellular networks or just one or the other. The higher degree of accuracy uses more of your battery, so protecting your privacy will protect your battery life too. iPhones and iPads (iOS 6 and later) ■ Go to settings, then privacy, then location services. You can turn it off. Or you can choose which functions and apps to give access to your location. ■ To disable geo-tagging of photos, deny location access to the camera, in location lervices. ■ You may get notifications from apps asking to use your location in the background. Select “don’t allow.” For more mobile privacy tips, including how to control location information on other mobile platforms, see the California Department of Justice’s information sheets “Getting Smart About Smartphones: Tips for consumers” and “Getting smart about smartphones: tips for Parents.” For tips on safe social networking, see “Staying Private in Public: How to limit your exposure on social network sites.” All are available online at www.oag.ca.gov/privacy/info-sheets.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices 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-ControllerCounty 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.

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.

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

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4 Time Management Tips for the New Year Christy Wright, Business Coach Courier Alert The New Year is a great time to start focusing on your goals. And since managing your time is a constant struggle for most people, it's a great place to begin. Here are four easy time management tips from Christy Wright, Business Coach and Speaker for Ramsey Solutions. ■ Identify your priorities. Before each month begins, be proactive and arrange your calendar to reflect what's important to you. When you manage your commitments, they stop managing you.

■ Create space in your schedule. When you commit to less, you'll free up more time for your own priorities. ■ Schedule leisure time. This will help to ensure these important parts of your life get plenty of time as well. ■ Protect your schedule. Even if you start off your week with the best of intentions, things will inevitably come up. You'll get requests from work, invitations from friends, and distractions from every corner of your life. Practice saying no to last-minute requests and invitations that conflict with your priorities.

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Race, Continued from page 1 done made sum room in the back shed fer us ta set up shop so’s we kin take yer money, tell ya a yarn or two or jest sit back with our boots up on the desk and take a snooze ‘til the stage done come in with the mail.” Rex Hinkey was born in old Kernville, before the Dam in 1949. He now lives in Kernville. He has 5 children, 8 grand children and one great granddaughter. He was General Manager at Chehalis Farm Store for 35 years and has been retired for almost 3 years. His most favorite thing to do is fish and backpack into the Forks of the Kern. Joel Walling was born in old Kernville, before the Dam in 1948. He now lives in Kernville after retiring a few years ago from a business in Redding, CA. He has quite a few favorite things to do, but he enjoys playing the ukulele, listening to music, is a volunteer at Nuui Cunni and fishing. Joel has 5 kids and 11 grand kids. Both of their grandfathers were the barbers in old Kernville. Their fathers were Edison employees and helped put in all the lines for New towns of

WFD, Continued from page 1 mitted by a firefighter. after a few wildland fires plagued the area last year and families lost homes and personal property. The theme “Fearless Fighting Bucket Brigade” was chosen to salute our brave men and women who fought to protect and save as many homes as possible. “Where some people may see fire and destruction in this picture, when we look at this picture, we

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Kernville, Wofford Heights and L a k e Isabella. Both of their mothers worked in the same diner in front of the pool hall that was next to Bert James's Store. Their sisters were Chief - Bruce Cargal in the same portrayed WF asst. fire grade at the chief at the Kick Off dinner. old grammar school. Both of their families left when Kernville was moved and the dam was completed and they have had no contact with each other until a year ago when they met at Whiskey Flat Days when introduced to each other by Linda Clark, who is Joel's cousin. ■ “Man Trackin Jami” growed up on the banks of the mighty Kern River and learned to shoot the tongue off a rattlesnake and rustle up the family grub

when she was just a little sprite. She got so good at trackin’n’ sneakin’ up on things, that’s how she caught, I mean met, her husband, “Whitewater Shawn.” He didn’t even know he’d been trapped ‘til they was married and she took the cuffs off of him! After a spell, word traveled ‘round Whiskey Flat about her expertise in man trackin’. Well, ol’ Tumbleweed Tony and the Rescue Brigade hired her to be their number one tracker. They’re always searchin' for folks in need of rescuin’. So she joined up. Jami told us this tale: “Well, there was me an’ Whitewater Shawn and the gang ridin’ up on the Whiskey Flat trail alongside Ol’ Buffalo Brian and Dogwood Dennis, when I heard a splash up there ‘round Chico Flat. I seen the twisted, winding tracks of two fellers earlier and lo and behold, if I didn’t ride up on these two dirty, rotten scoundrels right smack dab in the middle of the Kern River. They were both hangin’ on to the south end of a north bound donkey and had got themselves all assed up. “We got out our rubber canoes and I called fer a rope. Ol’ Wayward Wendy here threw em’ one, but those two socalled Keeper Brothers couldn’t even

catch a cold, so our travelin’ preacher here, Juniper John began a prayin’ fer their souls. Folks, I went in after them myself, rescued ‘em and got them dried off and on their way, and they showed up to run against me in the mayor’s race! “Now all my proceeds will go to the Kern Valley Search and Rescue, and remember, if it hadn’t been for me and my trackin’ abilities and the Rescue Brigade, these two ‘trash talkers’ wouldn’t be here to keep nothin'.” Jami Ward grew up here and she and Shawn met in 2003 and married in 2007. They have three beautiful children: Kaitlynn, Hunter and Lillie. Jami is currently a manager at Rivernook campground and Shawn is learning how to brew beer at the Kern River Brewery. He is an electrician by trade. Shawn moved here in 1998 from Reedley. Shawn likes to bike, paddle, hike; anything to do with the great outdoors and to play bass in his band Downfinger. Jami likes to spend time with her children and volunteering in the community. She was recently a surrogate mom and says that was a life-changing experience. Jami is currently enrolled in college to get an associates degree in business management.

see community,” announced the Kernville Chamber of Commerce with the selection of this year’s theme and artwork. “We see a community that comes together in times of hardship and devastation”. The artwork, capturing this year’s them, was created by Jeanette Rogers-Erickson of Kernville. Whiskey Flat Days is the largest four-day event in Kern County when the town of Kernville can grow by 50 to 60,000 visitors.

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Karra Kirby at 562-256-5122 for tax deductible information. Kern Valley head coach, Ben Goffinet, is excited to have someone from the Broncs play in Italy, reflecting the good values learned with the Kern Valley Broncs. Kirby will not only reflect Broncs pride, but will bring many other opportunities for others athletes here at Kern Valley. Dillon Kirby fundraisers will be held Saturday, Saturday, Jan. 10 at Cheryl’s Diner with a spaghetti dinner, and on Friday, Jan. 16 at Chatterbox Café, with an all-you-can- eat fish and chips. Ten percent goes to Kirby’s fund.

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Continued from page 1 This opportunity does not come without costs. Kirby is currently seeking donations to make the trip. At press time, he has raised $1,714 of the $4,500 needed to finance the trip. Kirby personally went out and picked up used Christmas trees for disposal as a fundraiser. Anyone wishing to make a contribution can make it online at w w w. g o f u n d m e . c o m / i a 8 q 5 s . Donations are tax deductible. Contact

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