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This Cal Water upgrade of a 50 year-old system in Kernville in 2012 is an example of water system improvements that are requested in a general rate case.

Remember: set clocks ahead one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday

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Michael Batelaan Courier FYI Springing forward this Sunday means some of us will lose a precious hour of sleep. On the plus side, we are gaining some needed hours in daylight sunshine for our outdoor work and play. Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 12 at 2 a.m. The official time turns from 1:59 a.m. forward to 3 a.m. early Sunday morning, casting us into more early morning darkness. If you’re confused about the time, you can check the official U.S. time online at www.time.gov

Michael Batelaan Courier Hot topic On July 9, 2015, California Water Service Company, known as Cal Water, filed their application to the California Public Utilities Commission, Application 15-07-015; a request for a water rate increase for 2017, 2018 and 2019. This thousand page document is long and complex and affects all of the areas of California served by Cal Water. Only the Kern Valley area is addressed here. All large water companies regulated by the

The C a l i f o r n i a Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking public comment on a proposal to list the Tricolored Blackbird as a threatened or endangered species. The Tricolored Blackbird (Agelaius tricolor) is native to California, occurring mainly in the lowlands of California west of the Sierra Nevada. Small populations can also be found to the south into Baja California and to the north in southernmost Oregon and the Modoc Plateau of northeastern California. Most Tricolored Blackbirds breed in California's Central Valley, and nest in a variety of habitats including wetlands, blackberries and nettles. In recent years, some of the largest colonies

St Patrick's Day Feb.17th timeanddate.com Courier Pinch! St Patrick's Day is not a federal holiday in the United States. Schools, businesses, public transportation and organizations are open as usual. St Patrick is one of Ireland's patron saints and many Americans with Irish ancestry remember him on March 17. Patrick's

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CPUC Public Participation Hearing Schedule ■ Bakersfield March 22 at 6:30 p.m. the CPUC will Kern County Board of Supervisors' Chambers, 1115 Truxtun Avenue. ■ Kern River Valley March 23 at 4 p.m. Lake Isabella Senior Center, Vets Room 2, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. 2017, a .2 percent increase for 2018, and a .3 percent increase for 2019 in the Kern River Valley district.

In August, the Office of Rate Payer Advocates, or ORA, made an initial review of Cal Water's application and filed a protest, finding that Cal Water's proposal requires greater scrutiny in order to determine whether Cal Water's requests are accurate, reasonable, and justified, in their proposals for rate increases, including sales, revenue, consumption, and number of customers; for the estimate of operation and maintenance and administrative and general expenses,

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Tricolored Blackbird listing on the wire CDFW Courier Wildlife

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CPUC are required to file a General Rate Case every three years to ensure that rates accurately reflect the cost of providing service. In the General Rate Case process, the CPUC sets rates to cover the costs of providing water and allow the utility to earn a reasonable return on its investment in the water system. Major costs to operate a water system include purchased electric power, purchased water, treatment costs, groundwater pumping fees, labor and chemicals. In this proposal, Cal Water proposes a 10 percent increase for

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have occurred in grain fields in the San Joaquin Valley, often associated with dairies or feedlots. Active colonies are also found to reside in the South Fork of the Kern River Valley. Loss of habitat, destruction of breeding colonies and predation have been identified as factors Courtesy of birdphotography.com negatively impacting the Trail blazer - The Tricolored Blackbird is proposed for a listing on T r i c o l o r e d the endangered species list. Blackbird; howand Game a 12-month period durever, climate change, Fish contaminants, shooting Commission to formally ing which CDFW will the Tricolored conduct a status review mortality, extreme list inform the weather events and Blackbird as a threat- to other factors may also ened or endangered Commission's decision on whether to list the negatively affect its pop- species. The Commission pub- species. ulations. As part of the status In August 2015, the lished findings of its Center for Biological decision to advance the review process, CDFW is Diversity submitted a species to candidacy on petition to the California Dec. 29, 2015, triggering See Listing, page 12

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water data: Wednesday 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 48,012 acre-feet 2015 Reservoir peak 47,666 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 679 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 325 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal. *(5-hr average Kernville)

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■ Food box distribution March 12 CAPK will be distributing 600 30 pound food boxes of emergency pre-packaged food with the help of the Rotary Club of Kern River Valley from 9 to 11 a.m. Line cars up on Suhre St. facing Kernville Road and KRV volunteers and FFA students will place boxes in their cars. Details on Facebook.com/RotaryKRVFood. ■ Do you have what it takes? March 15 It's CSI at the library! Do you have what it takes to solve a murder? Someone has pushed the Queen of the Nile down the stairs! Join them on Tuesday, March 15th at 5:30 p.m. at the Kern River Valley Branch Library in Lake Isabella, for an interactive mystery night. Listen to suspects, examine the crime scene and find out who killed the Queen before they strike again! Call 760-549-2083 for more information.

■ Senator Fuller March 17 Senator Jean Fuller's office holds mobile office hours to facilitate communication between her office and the communities she serves. A representative will be at the Kern River Valley County building from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Take the opportunity to stop by and visit. To schedule an appointment with a

Regular activities Fridays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (3rd Fri.) Valley Caregiver Resource Center caregiver support at CCS, 2731 Nugget Ave. Lake Isabella. 661-821-1626.

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. ■ 6:30 p.m. (1st Sat.) KV Gem & Minerals Club MGM Jewelry & Loan, 6749 Wofford Blvd.,, Wofford Heights. 760-376-3600.

Sundays

■ 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.

Mondays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-583. ■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Community Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. Dark July/August.

Tuesdays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 10 a.m. - noon; 1p.m.- 3 p.m. Kern County 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., L.I. ■ Noon to 2 p.m. No cost craft class, Faith Community Church. Call 760-812-0755. ■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-379-5552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272. ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Wednesdays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762. ■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, beginning

member of the staff, please call the District Office at 661-323-0443. ■ Potato Bash March 18 Kernville United Methodist Church invites you to attend their annual "Potato Bash and Silent Auction" for fun, food and fellowship from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Donation $7. The church is at the corner of Sirretta and Big Blue in Kernville. For more information call Sue McKinney at 760 3765-6962. ■ World's biggest Easter egg hunt March 19 Fun and free for all. Free candy to all under 12 years old. Bounce houses, a BBQ, games and giveaways! Don't miss out. At 10:30 a.m. at the Kern Valley High School football field. For more information, call 760-376-6402.

■ Celebrate 150th of Kern County March 19 To celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the founding of Kern County, the Kern County Historical Society is sponsoring two free symposiums. The second one will be held at the Kern County Museum's Standard School building in 'Pioneer Village', 3801 Chester Ave. Bakersfield from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. To learn more contact coordinator Jayne Hotchkiss-Price at 661-867-2414.

1/6/16 will be meeting temporarily at Mt.View Baptist 2959 Erskine Creek Rd. Lake Isabella.760-379-3366 or 760-379-5986. ■ 10:00 a.m., T.A.P. Thought and Perception, Tank Park, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3304. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella. 760-376-3138. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion and Auxiliary Post 711Veterans/Senior Hall Lake Isabella. Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts. 760-223-3050 or 760-379-7312 ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-9114.

Thursdays

■ 9 a.m. - noon First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 661-868-7300. ■ 8:30 and 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., LI ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella. 760-376-3138. ■10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time, Lake Isabella Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-549-2083. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 7 p.m. (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.

AA Meetings

■ If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Meetings daily; Kernville, Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights. Call Alcoholics Anonymous 760-379-4112.

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■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. This information is submitted to the Courier by the groups listed.

■ Kern Valley Orchestra March 20 The Kern Valley Community Orchestra will present its Spring 2016 concert on Sunday, March 20 at 4 p.m. at the Kernville Elementary School. The theme this time is music of the 'roaring '20's' and will include Twentiana and Play a Simple Melody, as well as the Mozart Symphony No. 12. Refreshments will be served. Suggested donation $10. ■ Museum to host Forest Service March 22 The Kern River Valley Historical Society is pleased to announce that District Ranger Al Watson will be the guest speaker at March community meeting along with Forest Service Archeologist Tim Kelly to discuss the multiple opportunities and challenges the Forest Service encounters here in the Kern River District of the Sequoia National Forest at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. The community is invited and refreshments will be served. For more information, stop by the museum in Kernville or call 760-376-6683. ■ CPUC March 23 CPUC will have a Public Participation Hearing on March 23 at 4 p.m. at the Senior Center, Veterans Room 2; 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. The topic at this meeting will be the Kern River Valley. Cal Water customers are encouraged to attend. ■ KRV Collaborative March 24 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760-379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. ■ Commodities distribution March 28 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon. Please do not call or contact the church, they are not the organizer. Call Yazid Alawgarey CAPK 661-336-5200 X203. ■ Library Book Sale April 5 The Friends will be holding book sales on the first Tuesday of each month. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the community room at the main library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. All monies from the sales are used for your local libraries, so don't miss it. ■ Prayer Breakfast April 7 The Salvation Army invites everyone to join them in prayer for our community, the State and our Nation at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Call The Salvation Army at 760-379-4600. ■ Free women's self-defense class April 7 Join the Women's Center-High Desert for a free self-defense class taught by Brian Barnes at Cerro Coso College at 6 p.m. Space is limited, call Christy Luton at 760379-2264 to reserve your spot! ■ Star Party April 9 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club is holding a Star Party starting at sunset at the Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville (look for the orange cones about 1 mile S of McNally's). Bundle up; bring some hot chocolate or coffee, and a lounge chair. Contact Rich Burdge at 760376-6290 or email him at richburdge@aol .com. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received by 1 p.m. on Tuesday to make Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public. Any cost must be listed. Items submitted for a free Calendar listing may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by date, event, and space available. Items deemed general business advertising will not be accepted. Event information compiled from direct submissions to office@kernrivercourier.com and krvmastercalendar. com.

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Football and me Rod Middleworth Courier Columnist

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

Traffic Collisions - 27 Non-injury - 16 Injury - 11 DUI Arrests - 4 Suspended/Unlicensed Drivers Arrested - 19

Fatal - 0

Safety tip of the month: March safety tip ■ It has been proven that wearing a seatbelt during a collision increases your chances of survival. Remember to always wear your seatbelt when operating a vehicle. Make sure all passengers in the vehicle you are operating are wearing their seatbelts as well. Make sure children are restrained in a proper child restraint system. If you are unsure of what a proper restraint system is, contact a CHP office or go to a DMV office and obtain a California drivers guide.

As I watched the retirement of Peyton Manning, considered the most successful professional quarterback in profootball history, I Middleworth thought of my connection, or should I say disconnection to football. At any rate I had a few thoughts about me, football, and what I remember. The very first thing I remember that I don't remember (but it must have been true), was my Dad, who was a huge University of Southern California football fan, it was said that he handed me a USC football when I was about 4, and said, toss it to me. I'm told that the pass went 4 feet and was a perfect spiral and from then on football and I were inseparable. During my early years I always had a football and knew a lot about college games and how they were played. There were no "Pop Warner" teams for me to join so pickup games were the best I could do. My first two years of high school, I attended Lynwood Academy which had no football team and was relegated to being a spectator at other schools. My sophomore year I transferred to Mark Keppel High School and signed up for their football program. The first day of football season the coach sat all of the players down and pointed to a football helmet made of

plastic which had a huge dent and crack across its top. He said, "This is the new helmet and we are not going to use it and you can see why. Instead we'll use the old leather helmets that we have had for years and which are perfectly okay." What he didn't tell us and we found out later was that he had used a sledge hammer to make us believe that the new helmet was unsafe and had arrived at this state, by claiming that the destruction had occurred during a game. We bought the story and were issued the old stinky leather helmets. The leather helmet was used for all the football games that Autumn and it wasn't until almost every team in the valley were using the new plastic helmets that we got ours. Midway through my sophomore season I fractured my ankle and was out for the rest of the year. I never played football again but as a spectator I went to all the games. In fact during my senior year my mom let me use our brand new 49 Ford Convertible to attend the biggest game of the year. It was my school, Mark Keppel verses our nemesis Alhambra and believe it or not was played at the Rose Bowl and drew a crowd of over 30,000. I still love football and always will, and as I watched the Peyton Manning's press conference I relived my short stint of playing my favorite game, no glory, no participation but a good feeling of seeing the game of football and my great memories of one shortened season, where incidentally we won every game. Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell.

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Museum to host Forest Service The Kern River Valley Historical Society is pleased to announce that District Ranger Al Watson will be the guest speaker at March community meeting. Al, along with Forest Service Archeologist Tim Kelly will be discussing opportunities and challenges the Forest Service encounters here in the Kern River District of the Sequoia National Forest. With the once vibrant history of both hard rock and placer gold mining in our area, Kelly will discuss both early exploration and present day gold mining activity. Watson will inform us regarding the many and varied challenges that he and the staff have been involved with in the Kern River Valley. Topics are sure to include, Dam Safety Modification and the timber condition of the Sequoia National Forest. Watson and Kelly will also welcome questions from the audience. The program will be March 22 at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. The community is invited and refreshments will be served. For more information, stop by the museum in Kernville or call 760-376-6683.

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Fire Prevention Fee bills for fiscal year 2015-16 began mailing today to more than 700,000 rural Californians, many of whom are receiving a bill for the fifth time. Approximately 10,000 bills will be sent each day in alphabetical order by county. The mailing schedule is alphabetical by county, starting today with Alameda County and concluding with Yuba County on June 13. To protect their eligibility for a refund should the class action suit against the fee succeed property owners should protest by filing a Petition for Redetermination within 30 days of the billing date. Information on how to appeal is available at calfirefee.com/appeal.

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McCarthy announces High School art competition Congressman Kevin McCarthy announced today that he is inviting all high school students in the 23rd Congressional District to compete in the 2016 Annual "An Artistic Discovery" Congressional Art Competition for high school students. High school students from Kern, Tulare, and Los Angeles counties who reside in the 23rd Congressional District can submit artwork on a wide variety of subjects and mediums. The deadline for submission is Friday, April 22. Entries will be accepted at McCarthy's Bakersfield office. The winning entry from Congressman Kevin McCarthy's 23rd Congressional District will be displayed in a corridor leading to the United States Capitol for one year. The artwork must be an original concept, two dimensional and no larger than 28" x 28" (the measurement should allow for framing) and 4" in depth. Paintings (oil, watercolor, acrylic, etc.), computer generated art, photography, drawings, collages and prints (lithographs, silk screens, monotypes, woodcuts and intaglio methods) are all acceptable. The winner of the overall competition will receive roundtrip airline tickets to travel to the exhibit opening in Washington, D.C. in June.

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Canyon Hills - Kern River Valley, formerly known as New Life Assembly of God has planned what is being called the World's Biggest Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday March 19 at the Kern Valley High School football field in Lake Isabella at 10:30 a.m., free for all families. Free eggs and candy provided to all kids under 12. Also as part of Saturday’s event will be bounce houses, games, giveaways and a barbeque for families in attendance. All families are welcome to come out and join new pastors Christopher and Stephanie Wenzel and their children at the event. Canyon Hills @ Kern River Valley is located at 29 Arden Avenue in Wofford Heights. They can be reached at 760-376-6402.

“Joe’s House” welcomes those seeking recovery “Joe’s House,” a provider of treatment and education for chemically dependent friends, delivered in a compassionate, respectful manner with a commitment to beat the addiction through Jesus Christ. Joe’s House focuses on drug and dependency treatment through Christian teachings, teaching adults how to change self-destructive behavior and to discover Christ who makes these changes possible. Adults learn how to recover from life-controlling problems and to acquire a new value based system that honors Christ, family, taking responsibility for our community, accountability, ethics, honor and integrity so they can become productive, healthy members of society. In addition, Joe’s House will offer tattoo removal, job training and parenting training to help hurting people become productive members of society. Meetings are held every Tuesday night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Faith Community Church, 20 West Panorama, Wofford Heights and every Thursday night in Southlake from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Call the church at 760-376-6719 for more information.

‘Bread of Life Kitchen’ open Monday through Friday from 8 to 11 a.m. and donations are welcome. You could donate a Costco gift card of any amount to purchase kitchen supplies. Soon the kitchen will begin accepting fruit, vegetable and egg donations from our local home growers/farmers. For more information, please contact the Salvation Army at 760 379-4600.

In need of prayer? If you have a prayer need, call any time: 760-417-6161. Your prayer request message will be prayed over by prayer teams. If you desire personal prayer, consider visiting The Prayer Rooms of the Kern River Valley, any Thursday, from 9 a.m. to noon, located at 5105 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella at The Community Christian Service Center. For information call 760-379-5100, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon.

Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Mark in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Genesis 32, who was "greatly afraid and distressed" about a reunion with a brother he had wronged? Job, Jacob, Aaron, Peter 3. Who honored a man by letting him ride the royal steed through city streets? Silas, Hosea, Ahasuerus, Asa 4. From Job 4, who was so frightened by a dream that his hair stood on end? James, Eliphaz, Noah, Cain 5. Which city of these was beat down and sowed with salt? Shechem, Caesarea, Gaza, Berea 6. From Numbers 20, who died on a mountaintop after being stripped of his garments? Moses, Abraham, Noah, Aaron

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Resident Aliens - part 2 Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist As we pointed out in Resident Aliens - 1, Christians living in this world are, in a very real sense, displaced people. They are "not from Schlensker around here." In Philippians 3:20, the apostle Paul asserts that "our citizenship is in heaven." As Resident aliens Christians work from a different set of assumptions and basic beliefs from the culture or society in which they live, so they operate from a different set of rules, guidelines and attitudes from most of the folks living around them. Today we'll look at some of Bible-believing Christians' assumptions and basic beliefs that differ widely from those held by contemporary culture. Perhaps the most foundational assumption or belief has to do with the authority of God's Word. Biblebelieving Christians take the Bible to be the very Word of the almighty God of the universe and, as such, THE ultimate authority. Popular culture sees science and philosophy as the supreme source of truth, which trumps anything the Bible says, which, in their view, contradicts any conclusions made from the observation of the natural world. Perhaps the most prominent squabble has to do with the origin of the universe and the appearance of living organisms on our planet.

Contemporary naturalistic thought rules out what's super-natural, attributing the origin of the Earth and the development of living things to accidents, chance and natural laws, while Bible-believing Christians make all nature subject to its Creator, Who is not limited in any way as to what He can or cannot do. Then there's Jesus' resurrection from the dead. A while back Discovery Channel aired a documentary touting the discovery of a tomb near Jerusalem as the actual burial spot of Jesus, His mother, Mary, Mary Magdalene and someone named Judah. Based on this discovery their conclusion was that Jesus married Mary Magdalene and they had a son, Judah. This squarely contradicts the Biblical narrative, since it puts Jesus still in a tomb as opposed to His having risen from the dead, and since the apostle Paul would surely have mentioned Jesus' marriage - but does not - in his assertions in 1 Corinthians chapter 9. These are just a couple of issues on which contemporary naturalistic thought contends with Biblical truth. But then what else is new? Matthew 28:17 says that after Jesus' resurrection from the dead "some doubted." In the St. Louis Dispatch the Discovery Channel documentary producer said, "Now it's time for the debate to begin." Where's he been? The debate's already been going on for 2 millennia! And it will likely continue until the Lord returns. Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Lake Isabella.

Valley places of Worship Kernville

■ Kernville First Baptist Church 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ 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 North Campus 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 10:30 a.m. & Thursday 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 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 7 p.m. Wednesday 760-549-3186

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■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Faith Community South Campus 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday morning 9 a.m., 760-376-6719 ■ 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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Kern River Valley American Legion Post 711 proudly announces another First Responder recognition dinner. Post 711 and 711 Riders are acutely aware of the challenges our first responders face in this valley and take this opportunity to show their appreciation and deep gratitude to those who go above and beyond in keeping our valley safe. The public is invited to join them to show these local heroes your support on March 24 at the Veterans Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Chicken dinner will be served by the Post 711 Auxiliary at 5:30 p.m. and the guest speaker will be Sheriff Donnie Youngblood. American Legion Post 711 has

received one nominee from each of the following agencies for this year's American Legion Post 711 Outstanding Public Service Award: Kern County Sherriff's Department, California Highway Patrol, U.S. Forest Service Fire, USFS LEO, and Kern County Fire Department. The recipients will be honored by Legion Post officers and presented by guest speaker Donnie Youngblood. Dinner tickets will be available beginning March 10 at $15 each on a first come first serve basis, at 3 locations: South Lake Cycle 14460 Hwy 178, So Lake, 760378-2643, Golden State Surplus, 6112 Lake Isabella Blvd., 760-379-8614 or Cheryl's Diner, Kernville 760-376-6131. Get your tickets early; they are going fast. For further information, contact Mike Woodward at 310-480-4252.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Daddy's Home” (R) - Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg go headto-head in this edgy family-centered comedy that pits dad against stepdad, nasty against nice, and comedy against wit. Brad (Ferrell) is a kindhearted, fuddy-duddy milquetoast who has put in an earnest effort to gain the love of his stepchildren. Dusty (Wahlberg) is the rolling stone of a biological father who resurfaces and goes into competition with Brad, trying to prove himself the superior father figure despite his past transgressions. The humor mostly comes from the repeated humiliations of Ferrell's character. There's a public breakdown and a cheesy resolution, but not a lot of laughs before then. This is not the Adam McKay kind of Ferrell-comedy like "The Other Guys" (which got good laughs from a FerrellWahlberg team up), but that's what it's trying to be. “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2” (PG-13) - The final installment of the Hunger Games series finally has arrived -- and arrows fly, things blow up, and hard truths are learned. Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) leads a team during a full-scale invasion by the Coin-backed rebels against the greedy Capital. She's supported by one-third of her love triangle, Gale (Liam Hemsworth), and one of the shifty rebel-types (Natalie Dormer). After the foot-dragging of the last film, our heroine finally gets an arrow pointed right at the sinister Snow

(Donald Sutherland). After the cash-grabby decision to slice the final piece of the trilogy into two, the climactic battle and sobering aftermath seem like drawn-out concluding paragraphs. The big budget and visual flare are all on full-display, leaving fans of the series with a somewhat satisfying closer. “The Letters” (PG) - This loving biopic of Mother Teresa (portrayed by Juliet Stevenson) centers on her work in the 1940s and '50s, reaching out to impoverished people in India. From a teaching position, Teresa describes (the film doesn't show it) a moment when she feels the pull to go into the worst slums of Calcutta and reach needy people there. The squalor of the people she feels called to save seems toned down so as not to shock audiences. The biggest sin committed by the film -- and done so repeatedly - is the act of telling instead of showing. Pivotal moments and important themes are artlessly doled out in plain English, demonstrating very little faith in the audience. © 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Bodfish Bob’s Carrot Cookies 4 lg. carrots, cooked and mashed 2 cup flour 1/2 tsp. salt 2 tsp. baking powder 1 cup butter or margarine 3/4 cup sugar 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla Measure 1 cup cooked and mashed carrots. Sift together flour, salt, baking powder; set aside. Cream butter and sugar. Add carrots, egg, and vanilla, beat till well mixed. Stir in flour, salt and baking powder. Drop by teaspoons 1 inch apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 - 12 minutes. Frost with a powdered sugar frosting or glaze.

3/4 cup (1-1/2 sticks) margarine, room temperature 1 c. granulated sugar 1/4 cup molasses 1 egg 2 cup flour 1 tsp. soda 1 tsp. cloves 1 tsp. ginger 1 tsp. cinnamon Cream margarine and sugar well. Beat in molasses and egg. Stir together flour, soda, cloves, ginger and cinnamon and add to first mixture. Shape into 3/4 inch balls, rolling each in granulated sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 375° for 10 - 14 minutes. Remove from pans to cooling racks 1 minute after removing from oven. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.

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Rates are great again! Matt Freeman Courier Columnist Housing affordability is always a hot topic. Especially in a state that has such high housing costs in most of our large cities. Freeman Everything factors in when it comes to a buyer being able to make a mortgage payment that they can afford. The cost of insurance, property taxes, HOA or POA fees if there are any, Mello-Roos fees, etc. and of course the actual price of the home. However one of the largest factors that affects housing affordability is the interest rate of the mortgage they are using to purchase the home. A difference of even a half a percentage point can mean literally tens of thousands of dollars over the life of the loan for a buyer of a home. So here is the good news: interest rates are great right now! They are back down to their historic lows of a few years ago and the forecast is for them to stay that way for some time. This was not forecast to happen. Actually the opposite was at the beginning of 2015. Rates were expected to slowly creep up due to many factors including the Federal Reserve raising the benchmark rate, the economy growing stronger and more housing demand. Two of three things have happened, the Federal Reserve did raise the benchmark interest rate but not by much, and housing demand in most of the state has increased. However the one factor

that has not gone as predicted is the overall strength of the economy. Unfortunately, the stock market has taken some huge hits so far this year because of overseas economic conditions and the oil market has done the same. Oil prices have been slammed in the last year and there is a glut of oil inventory and will be for awhile. As a result of all of these factors, the housing market has had a pleasant surprise, rates have actually gone down! Down by quite a bit. Right now the average conventional mortgage with 20 percent down and good credit is hovering at about 3.75 percent, give or take a bit each day. That is really low folks! 15 year mortgages are even lower and are either at or near their historic lows as well. I know every agent probably says this; it's the ultimate real estate agent cliché statement, but...now really is the time to buy a home especially here in the Kern River Valley. Rates are at historic lows, we have not seen the price appreciation that other areas of the state have seen and we have quite a bit of inventory on the market. Once it gets snapped up though, if it is not replaced at the same rate as it is sold, prices will go up. They cannot help but rise at that point; supply and demand are powerful factors in the housing market. This really is a great time, when you can buy a house for $150K and it will cost less per month than it will for you to rent it. That is a great thing! Matt Freeman is a realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 or 760-223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

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Free $50 Available You might ask why? My best guess is that the Medicare Advantage plans get "points" in a program called "Star Ratings". This week I will The better their star ratings, the need to contact bigger their reimbursement is from some of my clients the government. Remember, who have an HMO although you may not be paying plan with Anthem anything extra for your health Blue Cross. I susplan, the federal government is pect every Anthem Thal paying big bucks to the HMO Blue Cross plans. If they get a high star rating Medicare they get bigger bucks. Customer Advantage HMO person living Service, Wellness Checkups, few here in the Valley may not have complaints and used my servother factors are ices to obtain used in the point their health So, call your doctor today and system, and the plan. I am get that annual physical. It is more points, the making this greatly to your advantage. You greater the Star information get to stay healthy and get paid Rating. A comavailable to all for doing it. pany can to whom it - Thal achieve as high may concern. as 5 Stars. If If you are they achieve this overall score, like me and most people, much of there are many incentives for them my mail gets sorted straight to the as well as the consumer. trash can without opening it. You I have feelers out to other plans may have overlooked a letter from in Kern County and will report if Anthem Blue Cross sent to all their there are other "Rewards for California Medicare HMO clients. Health" programs currently availIf you complete an annual physiable. If you are in need of more cal before April 30 and have the information, please give my office your primary care physician sign a call. I can provide you with a and date the form, Anthem Blue copy of the form. Cross will mail you A $50 gift card redeemable at either CVS or Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurWalmart. ance broker in California (0621106) Thal So, call your doctor today and is on the National Association of Health get that annual physical. It is Underwriters Medicare Advisory greatly to your advantage. You get Board. He may be reached at 760-376to stay healthy and get paid for 2100, or online at harrythal@aol.com or harrythal.com. doing it. Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The week promises a calmer aspect. Although there might be some lingering effects of a recent job problem, things should continue to ease up. Also expect a change in the home situation. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) If you feel uneasy about a colleague's suggestion, it might be that your wise inner Taurean guide is alerting you to a potential problem. Stepping away could turn out to be the right thing to do. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A family get-together opens up new opportunities for renewing ties. It can be especially effective in dealing with disagreements that should have been, but never were, fully resolved. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might be surprised at the response you get to a recent decision. You might be even more surprised by the reasons behind it. In any event, you'll learn something important. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Your aspects favor resolving any tensions left over from a recent incident. You might want to consider having a "clear the air" talk as soon as you can. A call can lead to a change of plans. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Avoid repeating yourself. If your first few efforts fail to connect, maybe it's because you haven't found the right way to get your message across. Try changing your approach.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Good intentions plus a strong resolve to succeed can take you where you want to go. Don't give up just because someone suggests you might be pursuing an impossible cause. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) An unexpected setback can be a blessing in disguise. Use it to recheck your facts and how you've presented them. Meanwhile, look for ways to expand your contacts. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) You should finally be seeing a positive change in a recent personal situation. However, an on-the-job matter might need more attention than you realized. Stay with it. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) While you should be close to completing an important matter, you still need to focus on being focused. But things ease up in time for weekend fun with family and friends. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A certain matter might take an unexpected turn. Don't simply accept it; ask for an explanation. What you learn might be helpful in shifting the situation around to your benefit. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Projecting a positive attitude helps restore calm even when you're confronting some pretty stormy situations. Stay the course. The outcome will be well worth your efforts.

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Wofford Hts-2bd/1ba, kit. + dining, lge lvng room w/fireplace, laundry room, over sized garage, No cats or smokers. $800/mo. (760) 2230544 for app. ____________________________ Lake Isabella - 2bd/1ba-$633/mo. Refurbished Mobile Home with 2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ Park. (760) 964-2514

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Wofford Hts - House for rent, 2brm, 1ba. +den, storage shed/laundry rm., water incld. $600/mo. $600 dep. req. 661965-7009

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Commercial Lake Isabella - 2bd/2ba-$733/mo. Refurbished Mobile Home with 2 car carport, patio/deck, 55+ Park. 760-964-2514 ____________________________

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760-592-6468 www.ipmkrv.com Wofford Heights: Space & Trailer + Space available at the Blue Jay Trailer Park - call office for more details.

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RV spaces with private beach Camp Kernville, 24 Sirretta St. ______________________________ Walking distance to downtown $299/mo. 760-376-2345 Bodfish - 2bd/1ba, 1,600 sq ft ______________________________ mobile home on 4.5 acres w/laun-0 dry room, 2 car garage and 360 R V Space - Lake Isabella mountain & lake views. (702) 526Large, large space in 55+ MHP 3054 Only 1 available ______________________________ $372/mo. includes trash Paradise Mobile Home Estates Kernville - HiHo Senior Park w/clubhouse & pool - 2bd, 2ba (760) 379-2092 ______________________________ MH, 24’x14’, 1,490 sq.ft. w/lrg living room, walk-in closets, Attention Motorhome, Trailer fireplace, new bathrm sinks/toilet, kitchen sinks/counter tops, & 5th Wheel Owners! Space rent: $200/mo + utilities gas stove, dishwasher, new A fantastic deal for this area! flooring, skylights, french 35 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts doors. $24,500 (760) 376-4603 ______________________________ (760) 223-3149

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: SUSIE'S TRUCKING SERVICES (2013-B6274) Street address of business: 317 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box 3250, Bakersfield, CA 93385. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Josco Construction, Inc., 317 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 10/28/2013. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 02/04/2016. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier February 19, 26, March 4 and 11, 2016. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: JR JONES CONSTRUCTION (2016-B0831), 317 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailing address: P.O. Box 3250, Bakersfield, CA 93385. REGISTRANT: Vernon Engene Jones, Jr., 2405 Jewetta Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Date the business commenced: 01/31/1995. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Vernon Eugene Jones, Jr. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 02/04/2016 and expires 02/04/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier February 19, 26, March 4 and 11, 2016. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: JUNK REMOVAL (2016-B0709), DBA#2: JUNK A HAUL ITS (2016-B0710), 4104 Charter Oaks Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address: 4104 Charter Oaks Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. REGISTRANT: Roy Michael Iversen, 4104 Charter Oaks Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Roy Michael Iversen. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 02/01/2016 and expires 02/01/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier February 19, 26, March 4 and 11, 2016. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: SIENNA PODIATRY, PC (2016-B0633), 6425 Lynch Canyon Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: 6425 Lynch Canyon Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Sienna Podiatry, PC, 6425 Lynch Canyon Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Date the business commenced: 01/01/2015. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Holly A. Spohn-Gross. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/29/2016 and expires 01/29/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier February 19, 26, March 4 and 11, 2016. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-03806-CA, A.P.N.: 439-076-11-00, Property Address: 6305 Royal Coach Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93305 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/24/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: John Ka-Keung Fu, a Single Man. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 09/01/2005 as Instrument No. 0205239453 in Book --, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 03/28/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $226,970.34. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 6305 Royal Coach Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93305, A.P.N.: 439-076-11-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $226,970.34. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one

or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServ ices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-03806-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: February 17, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/ TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier February 26, March 4 and 11, 2016) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-02691-CA, A.P.N.: 114-183-07-00, Property Address: 509 Covey Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/18/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Luis S. Lozada, an Unmarried Man. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 01/27/2006 as Instrument No. 0206021513 in Book --, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 03/23/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $100,699.01. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 509 Covey Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308, A.P.N.: 114-183-07-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $100,699.01. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Defau ltManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-02691-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: February 8, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/ TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier February 26, March 4 and 11, 2016) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: ANALYTICAL AIDS (2016-B0626), 20406 Brian Way, #1B, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1118, Tehachapi, CA 93581. REGISTRANT: Riverwood West, Inc., Nevada, 20406 Brian Way, #1B, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Stephen A. Miller. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/29/2016 and expires 01/29/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier February 26, March 4, 11 and 18, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2013-01800-CA, A.P.N.: 522-582-05-00, Property Address: 12511 Monterey Beach Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/17/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Bruce A. Goldsmith and Mary Ann Goldsmith, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 08/19/2005 as Instrument No. 0205225365 in Book --, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 04/06/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $395,505.05. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 12511 Monterey Beach Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311, A.P.N.: 522-582-05-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $395,505.05. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Defau ltManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2013-01800-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: February 19, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http:// www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMan agement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier March 4, 11 and 18, 2016) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-03958-CA, A.P.N.: 213-101-15-00, Property Address: 9007 Xavier Avenue, California City, CA 93505 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/29/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Anthony Dean Langin, an Unmarried Man. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 02/16/2007 as Instrument No. 0207038108 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 04/01/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $231,219.21. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 9007 Xavier Avenue, California City, CA 93505, A.P.N.: 213-101-15-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices Legals, Continued from page 10 principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $231,219.21. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServ ices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-03958-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: February 22, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServ ices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier March 4, 11 and 18, 2016) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-02755-CA, A.P.N.: 491-45231-00, Property Address: 525 Blue Meadow Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/22/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUB-

LIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: William Scott Taylor and April Ann Taylor, Husband and Wife as Community Property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 05/31/2006 as Instrument No. 0206134275 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 04/08/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $330,155.18. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 525 Blue Meadow Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308, A.P.N.: 491-452-31-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $330,155.18. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServ ices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-02755-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or

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on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: February 26, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www .altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier March 11, 18 and 25, 2016) ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: ARCHULETA PLUMBING (2015B3642) Street address of business: 7204 Ellington Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of Business: 27523 Maple Street, Taft, CA 93268. REGISTRANT SWHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Amanda Archuleta, 9208 Camargo Way, Bakersfield, CA 93312 and Jonathon Archuleta, 9208 Camargo Way, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 06/10/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 03/07/2016. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by A. Valenzuela, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier March 11, 18, 25 and April 1, 2016. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: ARCHULETA PLMBING (2016B1649), 9208 Camargo Way, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address: 9208 Camargo Way, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANTS: Jonathon Lee Archuleta, 9208 Camargo Way, Bakersfield, CA 93312 and Amanda Lee Archuleta, 9208 Camargo Way, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Date the business commenced: 02/01/2016. Business is being conducted as a Married Couple. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Amanda Archuleta. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 03/07/2016 and expires 03/07/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier March 11, 18, 25 and April 1, 2016.

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Announcements, Continued from page 3 In addition to the overall winner of the competition, awards will be given to those who place first, second and third in the following three categories: photography, computer generated art, and artwork of all other mediums. All artwork will be exhibited to the public at an awards reception on Friday, May 6 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. during "First Friday" at Metro Galleries located at 1604 19th Street in Bakersfield. For further information, please contact Congressman McCarthy's Bakersfield office at 661-327-3611 or any high school art department in the 23rd Congressional District.

Sheriff's Office warns of possible phone scam On March 1st, the Kern County Sheriff's Office was alerted of a possible phone scam circulating in the Kern County area. A citizen reported that her grandmother had received a call from the phone number 661-699-7576. The caller identified himself as her "oldest" grandson, at which point the lady who received the call realized it was a scam because she only has one grandson. She quickly hung up the phone. The reporting party conducted an internet search of the phone number and learned it is a common number used in internet phone scams involving callers identifying themselves as family members, usually a grandson or granddaughter. The caller then indicates they are out of the country and have either been arrested or are in the hospital and need money wired to them. The scam appears to primarily target senior citizens. The Kern County Sheriff's Office would like to remind people to be wary of callers soliciting information or currency without verifying who they are speaking to. If you believe you have possibly been targeted or receive a similar type call, try to note the number of the incoming call and immediately hang up. Do not provide an unknown caller any personal information. Report any suspicious calls or possible phone scam calls to your local law enforcement agency.

McCarthy accepting internship applications On Monday February 22, Congressman McCarthy announced he is accepting internship applications for his Summer Internship Program. Applicants should be enrolled in college, at least in their first year of postsecondary studies, and with a minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average and possess good writing and computer skills. Preference will be given to residents of California's 23rd Congressional District (which includes portions of Kern, Tulare, and Los Angeles counties); however, all applications will be considered. Summer interns are responsible for their expenses, including transportation and lodging, and may be eligible to receive a $1,500 stipend. The Summer Internship program typically spans 8 weeks; interns typically spend 2 weeks in the Bakersfield office and 6 weeks in Washington, D.C. offices. For more information, you may visit kevinmccarthy.house.gov/services /internships or call the Bakersfield office at 661-327-3611 or the Washington, D.C. office at 202-225-2915. Applications and supporting documents should be sent to Congressman McCarthy's Bakersfield office at: 4100 Empire Drive, Suite 150, Bakersfield, California 93309, or emailed to: Robin.Lake-Foster@mail.house.gov. no later than Friday, March 18, 2016.

Emerging artists showcased Shows at the KRVAA Satellite Galleries during the month March ■ Starlite Lounge, Kernville: A series of new works by Peter G. Buchan showcasing snow trees created by Chopstick Drip painting. ■ Kernville Historical Museum: Haunting photographic images of Howard Pasamanick's show titled "Ghosts and Passing Strangers". ■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce: Kern Valley photographic landscapes in color by Gene Verbeet. ■ Sheriffs Sub Station: Nature Photography in color and black and white by Bob Woods. ■ Coffee Mill Café, Lake Isabella: Paintings by Pierre Rivera, Joan Grant, Kelly Pankey, Jane Causey, Patricia Moitra. ■ Farmers Insurance Office Kernville: Western Photographs by Nell Rolls.

Celebrate 150 years of Kern County To celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the founding of Kern County, the Kern County Historical Society is sponsoring two a symposium to be held at the Kern County Museum's Standard School building in 'Pioneer Village', 3801 Chester Ave. Bakersfield on March 19. The meeting will start at 10 a.m., break at noon for a light lunch, and then continue with the speakers until 3 p.m. The historical groups will have tables set up for meet and greet, sell books, and will love to talk history. Speakers include Taft historian Esther Livingston, Louis Bouza of E Clampus Vitus, Peter Lebeck Chapter 1866, Tex Hoopus and Andrew Sound from the Upper Mojave Desert Historical Society, Lori Wear of the Kern County Museum, California State Bakersfield, Archivist Chris Livingston, Karina Mooradian of the Fort Tejon Historical Association, Margaret (Lit) Brush from the Searles Valley Historical Society and historian Chris Brewer. To learn more contact coordinator Jayne Hotchkiss-Price at 661-867-2414.

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Leave No Trace comes to Kern Valley Gary Ananian, Kern River Conservancy Courier Release The Kern River Conservancy is proud to announce that the Kern River Conservancy and the Kern River were nominated and awarded designation as "Leave No Trace's 2016 National Hot Spot" winner. Leave No Trace will be coming to Kernville, March 14th to March 21st to provide free training and educational outreach to volunteers, public land managers and the community. On Tuesday March 15, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. they will be at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce. The training is open to public and volunteers of Kern

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including payroll and conservation; for additions to plant, including construction work in progress, security, and water quality; for general office expenses and capital additions, including cost allocations, insurance, pension and benefits, and overhead rates; and for special requests. One of the proposed items that Cal Water is making is asking the CPUC to approve the consolidation of the Bakersfield district and the Kern River Valley district to create one district, presumably to save money for the rate payer, but some do not believe it will. Six steps in the rate case process ■ Cal Water reviews its historical costs, projected costs, and planned water system improvements and prepares a General Rate Case application for the consideration of the CPUC staff. ■ The CPUC Office of Rate Payer Advocates

Shamrock, Continued from page 1 Day is fixed on March 17, but may occasionally be moved by Catholic Church authorities. This happened in 1940, so that the celebrations would not fall on Palm Sunday, and in 2008 to avoid Holy Monday, the

Listing, Continued from page 1 soliciting public comment regarding the species' ecology, biology, life history, distribution, abundance, threats and habitat that may be essential for the species, as well as recommendations for management of the species. Comments, data and other information can be submitted by email to wildlifemgt@ wildlife.ca.gov. If sub-

River Conservancy, Keepers of the Kern and Wild Places. On March 16 there will be a training for public land managers and on March 17, The Kern River Environmental Magnet school will receive training and then there will be a training at Bakersfield College for their students. Then on Friday March 18 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. there will be another event at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce. Then during the Lake Isabella Fishing Derby Leave No Trace will be at the Derby Saturday and Sunday March 19 and 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information contact Gary Ananian at 818-984-8505 or by email at gary@ kernriverconservancy.org.

analyzes the application and makes a recommendation. ORA usually recommends a smaller increase than that requested by the utility. ■ The CPUC hosts public hearings to receive input from customers on the application. Customers may also write to the CPUC. ■ The CPUC holds a formal hearing, presided over by an Administrative Law Judge which is similar to a court proceeding. In addition to the Administrative Law Judge, these meetings include CPUC representatives and representatives from California Water Service Company and give the public a chance to learn about or express their opinions on issues before the CPUC. ■ The ALJ issues a proposed decision. ■ The CPUC Commissioners vote on the proposed decision. New rates typically become effective five days later. The entire process can take 18 months or more.

Water rate payer advocates ■ RAW Residents Against Water Rates A community organization formed in 2013 to oppose proposed Cal Water water rate increases. PO Box 3701, Wofford Heights, CA 93285 760-376-6803, or at rawkrv@gmail.com. ■ Cal Water Accountability Committee Formed this year to advocate for the new proposed rate increase for 2017, 2018 and 2019. PO Box 1422, Kernville, CA 93238, 760-8127745, or at fightcalwater@gmail.com. ■ The Office of Rate Payer Advocates ORA has a statutory mission is to obtain the lowest possible rate for service consistent with reliable and safe service California's 9 largest investor-owned water companies (Class A companies with over 10,000 customers). Call to be guided to the best staff for your issue. 505 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102, 415-703-1584, ora@ cpuc.ca.gov. or the web at ora.ca.gov.

last Monday before Easter Sunday. The most common St Patrick's Day symbol is the shamrock. The shamrock is the leaf of the clover plant and a symbol of the Holy Trinity. Other symbols include almost anything green, the green, orange and white flag of the Republic of

Ireland and brands of beer associated with Irish culture. Religious symbols include snakes and serpents. Other symbols seen on St Patrick's Day include the harp, which was used in Ireland for centuries, as well as the leprechaun and a pot of gold that it hides.

mitting comments by email, please include "Tricolored Blackbird" in the subject heading. Comments may also be submitted by regular mail to: California Department of Fish and Wildlife Nongame Wildlife Program Attn: Neil Clipperton 1812 Ninth St. Sacramento, CA 95811 All comments received by June 1, 2016 will be evaluated prior to

submission of the CDFW report to the Commission. Receipt of the report will be placed on the agenda for the next available meeting of the Commission after delivery and the report will be made available to the public at that time. Following the receipt of the CDFW report, the Commission will allow a 30-day public comment period prior to taking any action on the petition.