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‘Orange Jubilant’ California poppies and lupine, along with various other wildflowers are seen bursting out on the hillsides of the Kern River Canyon, Highway 178 to and from Bakersfield making for a truly scenic route.

Where the wildthings are!

Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

visitkern.com Courier Sightings The arrival of spring brings blossoms and wildflowers to Kern County. By mid-March, you can see the first hint of color as plums blossom and peach and nectarine orchards begin to bloom.

Apples blossom in late March and early April, with citrus trees blossoming in April.

Vibrant wildflowers emerge between mid-March and midApril, weather permitting.

Wildflowers cover the foothills and spread across the valley and desert floors, moving to higher elevations with warmer weather.

Wildflowers are a popular attraction in Kern County.

Unusual weather patterns and higher precipitation in our desert areas this year have produced an array of wildflower bloom not seen for a few years. It’s worth the drive this month on Hwy 178 east through Walker Pass, Inyokern, Ridgecrest, Trona, Panamint and Death Valley.

■ Wildflower Etiquette Wildflowers are a popular attraction in Kern County. While it’s everyone’s right to enjoy the wildflowers, it’s also everyone’s responsibility to view them without damaging them for others to enjoy. Please keep in mind that picking wildflowers is illegal.

Removing wildflowers interferes with pollination and reduces their numbers.

Tr a n s p l a n t i n g blooming wildflowers

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Situation report Rick Brown, USACE Courier Update The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers appreciates the public interest

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and involvement at the public meetings in February. The public review period for SEA #4 (Borel easement acquisition) will close on March 16. Any comments must be postmarked or emailed by that date for consideration in the official record.

■ The Corps is currently conducting a study to confirm that the construction of an interim boat launch at French Gulch will not cause unsafe traffic conditions.

This investigation study stems from public comments and concerns. If

there are unaddressed safety concerns about existing traffic conditions, the Corps encourages the public to contact Caltrans.

■ The Corps continues its contracting process for both the new USFS Fire Station and the USFS Admin/Warehouse building. Additionally the vegetation mitigation contract will be awarded in 2016.

■ Contractors interested in bidding on these three contracts should visit fbo.gov/ for solicitation postings.

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the vacated trailers while they are being removed. Initially, the trailers were to be towed away and disposed of, however, it was determined that the trailers are unable to be towed due to disrepair.

On Jan. 15, the Corps modified the contract to take proper environmental precautions to allow demolition of the trailers on-site before hauling the material away. The contractor has begun demolition and removal of trailers and expects completion in the coming months.

Volunteers keep system trekking Cindy Thill, USFS Courier Release Recreation on National Forest lands provides leisure, recreational adventures and boundless opportunities for the public. The Kern River Ranger District receives high recreational use which demands considerable work to keep the areas in safe, usable and enjoyable condition.

Bob Frenes, Assistant Recreation Officer, on the Kern River Ranger District, organizes a substantial portion of the volunteer efforts, providing safety measures, maintaining specifications and supplying the tools to keep recreational areas open and in acceptable order. The sizable numbers of volunteers with which he works, focuses on, but are not limited to, OffHighway Vehicle roads,

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Plan for the week ahead using the Courier Calendar.

Pastor Schlensker talks about resident aliens.

Fun & games begin on the Courier puzzle pages.

This week Bodfish Bob’s recipes contain a kernel of truth.

Buy, sell & trade in the Courier Marketplace.

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■ Cheer Rummage and Bake Sale March 5 The Kern Valley Elite Cheer will be hosting a Fundraiser Rummage/Bake Sale from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 2517 Scovern St. in Lake Isabella. This fundraiser is sponsored by the Kern Valley Spirit Sports, which seeks to build inner and outer strength, and provides a safe and positive environment for youth to grow. Merchandise prices start at 50 cents and upward. All proceeds go towards their next competition fees for the cheerleaders as they continue their 2016 Season.

■ Get your Seuss on March 5 Theodor Seuss Geisel, best known as Dr. Seuss was born on March 2, 1904 and passed away September 24, 1991, however, his love of writing and illustrating is still being enjoyed by thousands of children and adults today. Dr. Seuss is known for such beloved stories as The Cat in the Hat and Green Eggs and Ham. At the time of his death, his books were selling over 600 million copies and being translated into more than 20 languages. Join the Kern River Valley Branch Library in Lake Isabella as they celebrate his 112th birthday with a Dr. Seuss themed birthday party on Saturday, March 5 at 2 p.m. It's a wonderfully Seussical week at your library! Call 760-5492083 for information.

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

■ Star Party March 5 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 760-3766290 or richburdge@aol.com.

■ Houchin Blood Drive March 8 The KRV blood drive will take place at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday date. When donating, please bring picture ID with date of birth, be free from all cold, flu, cold sores or symptoms of infection and eat a meal at least 3 hours prior to donating.

Remember to wait one year after tattoos and body piercings and be at least 16 years old and weigh at least 110 lbs.

■ TAB meeting March 11 These meetings are geared for the 6th through 12th graders. Come one, come all to brainstorm together and share your ideas for activities to do! At the Kern River Valley Branch Library from 4 to 5 p.m. Call 760-549-2083 for more information.

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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■ 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 member of the staff, please call the District Office at 661-323-0443.

■ 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.

■ Potato Bash March 19 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.

■ 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. Watson, along with Forest Service Archeologist Tim Kelly will be discussing the multiple opportunities and challenges the Forest Service encounters here in the Kern River District of the Sequoia National Forest.

The program will begin 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.

■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

■ Prayer Breakfast April 7 The Salvation Army invites everyone to join them in prayer for our community,

This information is submitted to the Courier by the groups listed.

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Community

Women's domestic violence support group If you need a place for education, healing and growth this is the place.

This group is open to all female victims, survivors and their family members.

The group will start meeting every other Monday from 6 to 7 p.m. beginning March 7. To get information or to join the group, call Christy Luton at the Women's Center-High Desert at 760-379-2264 or Donna Christie at 760-4171324. Child care is available upon request.

Scams training event planned Please join Aging and Adult Services, Adult Protective Services Division, as they address the various scams targeting our seniors on Wednesday March 9 at the Inyokern Senior Center, 1247 Broadway and Tuesday March 15 at the Ridgecrest Senior Center, 125 S. Warner Avenue, both starting at 10:30 a.m. Michelle Brown, an Adult Protective Services worker, will be educating the public on Grandparent Scams, IRS Tax Scams, Contractor Scams, and Identity Theft. The event is free and open to anyone who wants to learn more about scams to protect themselves and those they care about. For more information please contact 661-868-1000 or 800-510-2020.

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The other day I walked past a window display in the local toy store and it made me think about the toys I used to play with.

In later years my Middleworth children and their children and now our great grandchildren played with some of those same toys. Today so many toys are complicated and don't require much exercise. So mentally I listed in my mind toys that I remember for me and for the kids.

Let's start with Christmas morning and there around the tree is a Lionel train complete with whistle, smoke and a headlight. Any kid would be thrilled. Here are some of the toys that could be found in toy boxes. Let's see, a pull behind duck that was on wheels and quacked.

Kids love to tow that old duck around and listen to the quack that could be heard throughout the house and drove mom crazy!

If you lived in the mountains in the winter there were sleds and skis and ice skates, they were fun and kept the kids outside all day complete with good exercise. If you lived in the flat land and had a park around there was a teeter-totter, swinging rings, swings, a sand box and always a slide. A word of warning, if you are going to teetertotter, with a child on each side they should weigh the same and should

Pile burning will be taking place in various campgrounds along the Upper Kern River, north of Kernville. Burning will start in Headquarters Campground and continue north.

Burning may continue on and off, as conditions and resources permit, until March 11th.

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.

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Photographer hosts field trip The Kern Valley Museum is thrilled to announce a completely new activity for the community. Susan Neves, a well-known local photographer, will be leading a very special field trip. Susan will be hosting 25 lucky photogra-

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Kern Transit will implement new schedules for many of its routes beginning Monday, February 29. While most of the changes are designed to better reflect actual travel time and improve on-time performance, there will be a new weekend trip added to Route 100 (Bakersfield to Lancaster).

The new trip will leave Bakersfield at 5:15 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays and make stops in Tehachapi, Mojave and Rosamond before arriving in Lancaster at 7:47 p.m. The return trip from Lancaster leaves at 8:40 p.m. and arrives back in Bakersfield at 10:57 p.m.

"Our last eastbound bus leaving Bakersfield on the weekends was at 12:40 p.m." said Bob Neath, Kern Transit manager. "Many passengers have told us that they would like to see another departure later in the day. We're excited to be able to offer this improvement to our service."

The new schedules are available online at Kern Transit's website, kerntransit.org.

Kern Transit is the County's public transportation provider, offering local and intercommunity bus service throughout Kern County and Lancaster. It serves 600,000 passengers annually over 17 fixed routes and six local dial-aride vehicles.

never bail out without telling the guy on the other end, otherwise "kaboom." Slides were fun and with a couple of handfuls of sand thrown on it you could zip down with blinding speed and end up three feet away on your fanny. Go to any park and these toys are still there, waiting for mom or dad to take the kids.

Some of the easy toys to play with were marbles, yo-yo's, modeling clay, Play-Doh. If you were indoors playing with a yo-yo could be hazardous to furniture and people, Play-Doh and modeling clay are used to bring out the artist in the child.

For girls there are paper dolls, (boys would play with these also but usually in a closet). A miniature house complete with tiny dolls and tiny furniture could keep girls busy for hours. Of course there was a regular doll that could cry and even wet the bed. What more could a little girl ask?

Still in use today is a favorite artistic toy called the Etch-a-Sketch, with it a child could let his imagination go wild and with two knobs could use the screen over and over. If you had a two story house every kid needed a Slinky which would hop down from step to step to step. The dogs loved to chase the Slinky as did the kids.

There are lots more toys to list each fun in its own special way.

What fun it was and is.

Did you play with some of these toys? I'll bet you could make your own list! Have fun!

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October 28, 1935 to February 24, 2016 Ruby Ann Levenson, 80, entered into eternal rest on February 24, 2016 at her son's home in Waimea, Hawaii. Born on October 28, 1935 in Chicago, IL, she lived in Bodfish from 2000-2014. She was an active church member of the Mt. Mesa Christian Assembly prior to moving in with her son's family in 2014.

A faithful and loving wife of fifty-eight years to her husband Kenyon Francis Levenson (deceased 2012). She is survived by son Lawrence Armand Levenson (wife Nancy) and their children Ammon, Joshua (wife Matapuna and child Benjamin) and Lindsay DeAguiar (husband Ke'anu); son Michael Edward Levenson (deceased 2002, wife Barbara) and their child Matthew; daughter Barbara Joy Shelby (husband Steve) and her child Jason Karlatiras (wife Eloise and child Isaiah); son Kenneth Allen Levenson (wife Susan) and their children Glenn, Bethany and Collin.

Death notices and obituaries with or without a picture are available for purchase in the Courier by calling 760-376-2860 during office hours weekdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or can be requested through your local mortuay.

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World's Biggest Easter Egg Hunt planned 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.

‘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.

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Resident Aliens - part 1 Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist A guy walks into a bar in Alabama and orders a glass of white wine. The bartender says, "You're not from around here, are you?" GM market- Schlensker ed their Chevy Nova in Mexico some years back, but it did not sell well at all. They discovered that in Spanish "nova" means "It doesn't go." They were not from around there. Were they? When we lived in Woodland I tried to grow azaleas around our house. They died. When I asked the expert at the garden center why my azaleas died, he said, "You're not from around here, are you?" Yolo County has some of the most alkaline soil in the state, but azaleas like acid soil. A fellow from the Deep South was in Wisconsin in January. As he was experiencing his first encounter with snow as a driver, the locals were amused and saying, "You're not from around here, are you?"

In many surroundings people can do strange things, make serious social blunders and do downright dangerous things when they are from somewhere else. Christians living in this world are, in a very real sense, displaced people. They are "not from around here." In Philippians 3:20, the apostle Paul asserts that "our citizenship is in heaven," and in Romans 12:2, he fur-

ther admonished followers of Jesus to "not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." Christians are supposed to be observably "not from around here," something of a colony on foreign soil.

Stanley Hauerwas and William Willimon write in the preface to their book, Resident Aliens, "A colony is a beachhead, an outpost, an island of one culture in the middle of another, a place where the values of home are reiterated and passed on to the young, a place where the distinctive language and life-style of the resident aliens are lovingly nurtured and reinforced. …

The church is a colony, an island of one culture in the middle of another.

In baptism our citizenship is transferred from one dominion to another and we become, in whatever culture we find ourselves, resident aliens."

Resident aliens 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. This fact can lead to various kinds of challenges for both the "locals" and the "resident aliens." We'll look at some of those challenges in the coming weeks.

Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Lake Isabella.

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By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Ezekiel in the Old or New Testament or neither?

2. Who had 900 iron chariots and made 20 years of life unbearable for the Israelites? Tobiah, Pilate, Sisera, Absalom 3. After six days, God saw all that he had made, and it was ...? Heavenly divine, For righteous sake, Thine image, Very good 4. Who was father of Apostles James and John? Zacchaeus, Zebedee, Zebulun, Zechariah 5. 27,000 men were killed when what city's walls fell on them? Sechem, Sodom, Aphek, Jericho 6. Who burned his son alive as a sacrifice? Achan, Ahaz, Moses, Shimei

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■ 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.

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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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■ Commodities distribution April 25 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.

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■ 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 760-376-6290 or email him at richburdge@aol.com.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Brooklyn” (PG-13) - As a quiet Irish girl in a quiet, windswept coastal town in the south of the country, Eilis (Saoirse Ronan) is driven to America more by circumstance than wanderlust. She arrives in New York in the early 1950s, and immediately struggles with homesickness and alienation.

Eilis -- and the world she inhabits -seem to change after finding romance with a charming Italian boy (Emory Cohen). Just when she's starting to feel at home, Eilis is called back to Ireland, meets another suitor (Domhnall Gleeson) and must decide which life she wants to live.

What needs to be said upfront is that the story is more than its love triangle. Ronan shows Eilis's growth in deep ways with the right volumes of sadness and strength, fear and hope.

The film was nominated for three Oscars.

“The Big Short” (R) - There were a few people who saw the financial crisis of 2007-08 coming, and with no power to stop it, mitigate it or credibly warn the public, they used that foresight to make tons of money. An allstar ensemble hilariously depicts the characters swimming in the sharky waters of Wall Street, all occupying different positions on the moral spectrum -- Steve Carrell's character knows he's about to make money while others are ruined, Ryan Gosling's character just wants the payday already. Brad Pitt and Christian Bale inhabit their characters,

portraying nuanced fish in the murky pool.

It is alarmingly funny -- funnier than any reality-based film about a financial crisis would have the right to be. It works, however. Director Adam Mckay ("Anchorman," "Talladega Nights") ditches the screwball comedy lens, and finds a snarkier tone that make can make a fun little spiel out of investment voodoo. This one's got five Oscar nominations.

“Carol” (R) - Cate Blanchett stars as the titular Carol, an elegant and confident married woman, smartly dressed and chic for the 1950s.

Mostly, we see her through the lens of Therese (Rooney Mara), a somewhat timid younger shop girl who forms a quick and difficult-to-understand attraction to Carol when they first meet. For much of the film, their connection is felt but not seen -- it's in tiny glances, a slight touch, chit-chat that barely qualifies as flirtatious -but it's really there, just covered by layers of drama and social stigma with it's six gathered nominations. © 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Just a kernel of Bob’s recipes Bodfish Bob’s Jalapeno Corn Bread 2 boxes Jiffy corn bread mix 2 1/2 c. milk 1/2 c. salad oil 3 eggs, beaten 1 lg. onion, grated 1 c. creamed corn 1 1/2 c. yellow cheese, grated 1/4 c. jalapeno peppers Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Combine all ingredients. Mix well.

Pour into 2 greased 13 x 9 inch pans.

Bake 45 minutes.

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Bodfish Bob’s Chicken Corn Soup 1 qt. chicken broth 2 stalks celery, diced 1 med. onion, chopped 4 c. corn 2 med. potatoes, diced 3 c. cooked chicken, diced 1 qt. water Heat broth and water. Add celery, onion, potatoes, corn and chicken.

Cook until vegetables are tender. Salt and pepper to taste.

1 can cream style corn 2 eggs 6 tbsp. flour 1/2 tsp. flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/8 tsp. nutmeg Combine all ingredients and beat lightly. Melt in skillet, 3 tablespoons butter. When butter is hot, add batter one tablespoon at a time. Brown on both sides. Drain on paper. Sprinkle with confectioner's sugar, if desired.

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Right now Caliente is full of poppies and lupines and many other wildflowers and should continue to be for the month with more rain I have been seebeing forecast for this weekend and ing in the news and next week. on social media a lot Another great place to view wildlately the "super flowers is the Kern River Canyon as bloom" they are you are driving to or from having over in Bakersfield. In the last week or so the Death Valley. hillsides have been lit up like fire in Beautiful stuff...but Freeman places with thousands of California it got me to thinking: we have beautiful wildflowers too! poppy blooms. One of the best routes we like to take to enjoy all the wildIt was a dry February here locally flowers this time except for one of year is what big storm that we call the Loop, came through It's the perfect Sunday drive, put it's the perfect mid-month. So that TV remote down, grab the kids day drive and that has kind of and go chase some wildflowers! there are plenty caused an early of places to stop spring so to - Freeman and shop and speak and the hang out along flowers are really the way. From downtown Lake starting to show around the Kern Isabella, take Bodfish-Caliente Road River Valley. We have many types of south out to Havilah. Head east past wildflowers but most famously we are the County Fire Station and keep takknown for our California Poppies and ing the road until you reach Highway Lupines here locally.

58. Take Highway 58 west to Usually the Kern Valley really gets all "flowery" in April-May but this year Bakersfield and back up through the Kern River Canyon. If you take this we are a bit early, which means if we route at this time of year and for the get more rain in March and April we next month or so you will be amazed may just be in for a Super Bloom all at the amount of wildflowers there our own. There are many great spots are. It's the perfect Sunday drive, put to check out wild flowers in the valley that TV remote down, grab the kids and surrounding areas but one of my and go chase some wildflowers! favorites is the Havilah and Caliente areas. Located about 30 minutes from Matt Freeman is a local resident, downtown Lake Isabella, Caliente is a businessman and outdoorsman and can beautiful area with rolling hills and oak be reached at cooltuna12@yahoo.com or trees and a lot of scenic places to 760-223-0880. drive.

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Celebrate the Centennial Anniversary Dana Dierkes, National Park Service Courier Go-to It's the 100th birthday of your national parks this year! Come and celebrate Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks with a Facebook photo contest, a BioBlitz, an art exhibit and National Park Week.

National Park Week is April 16 through 24. It includes ranger-led programs in the parks.

Junior Ranger Day, with special activities for families and children, will be held on April 23. There is free entrance to the parks during these days!

The Exhibit at the Mountain Light Gallery, Bishop, CA will be by Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, called "Celebrating the Centennial Anniversary of the National Park Service." Come see this exhibit showcasing the parks through the lens of six photographers. Open through summer 2016.

Go to mountainlight.com/news.html for more information.

■ BioBlitzes Are you interested in newts, plants, butterflies, owls, other wildlife, or plants? If so, you are invited to join Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks' staff in a BioBlitz Series: three events with outdoor activities to search for, observe, photograph, capture/release, identify, and record a host of diverse critters and plants found in these parks. BioBlitz events are

geared for ages 5 to adult. Each BioBlitz is open to a limited number of participants and varies in meeting time and location, hike difficulty, subject matter, and equipment. The BioBlitz Series is sponsored by the National Park Service, in cooperation with the Sequoia Parks Conservancy, as part of a nationwide celebration of the Centennial Anniversary of the National Park Service. Space is limited, so reserve your spots now!

The first BioBlitz happens on Saturday, March 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It's a "Newt Blitz: Use Your Newtle!"

Come look for newts! What is a newt? It is a small amphibian with lungs and a well-developed tail that spends its adult life on land and returns to the water to breed.

Info and reservations for all BioBlitzes at these parks in 2016 can be found at exploresequoiakingscanyon.com/biobl itz-series.html.

■ Facebook Photo Contest Love Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks? Show your love by entering our Facebook Photo Contest, which started Feb. 14, at 9 a.m. PST and runs through Sat., Feb. 27, at 4 p.m.

PST. For more info, visit go.usa.gov/cVDRx. To visit the parks' Facebook page go to facebook.com/pages/Sequoia-andKings-Canyon-NationalParks/145808212106571.

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

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Sheriff/CHP Substation 7046 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella.

Business only: 760-549-2100 Kern County Fire Stations ■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville Business only: 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella Business only: 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon Business line: 760-378-3055

Kern Valley Hospital Emergency Department McCray & Laurel, Mt. Mesa 760-379-2681 Recreation information ■ U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646 ■ Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 Closed weekends.

General information ■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 760-379-5236 866-KRV4FUN ■ Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville 760-376-2629 866-KERNVILLE (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads)

Sports Quiz

By Chris Richcreek 1. In 2009, the Los Angeles Dodgers set a record by winning their first 13 home games of the season. Who had held the modern-day mark of 12?

2. In 2015, Eduardo Rodriguez (22) became the youngest Red Sox starting pitcher since 1967 to win his major-league debut on the road. Who was it in '67?

3. Name the last NFL defensive lineman before Houston's J.J. Watt in 2014 to have at least five touchdowns in a season.

4. When was the last time before 2015 that the Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball team won an NCAA Tournament game?

5. Name the last NHL goalie before Montreal's Carey Price (2014-15) to win the Hart (MVP) and Vezina (top goaltender) trophies in the same year.

6. When was the last time a CONCACAF Gold Cup men's soccer final did not have either Mexico or the U.S. as one of the teams?

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Consider moving beyond the usual methods to find a more creative means of handling a difficult on-the-job situation.

Avoid confrontation and, instead, aim for cooperation.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Seasonal change creates a new look for the outdoors. It also inspires Taureans to redo their own environments, and this is a good week to start redoing both your home and workplace. Enjoy.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A misunderstanding needs to be straightened out so the wrong impression isn't allowed to stand. If necessary, offer to support the use of a third party to act as an impartial arbitrator.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A career change offering what you want in money and responsibilities could involve moving to a new location. Discuss this with family members before making a decision.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Feeling miffed over how you believe you were treated is understandable.

But before you decide to "set things straight," make sure the whole thing wasn't just a misinterpretation of the facts.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Showing you care makes it easier to build trust and gain an advantage in handling a delicate situation. What you learn from this experience also will help you understand yourself better.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Planning for the future is fine, especially if you include the roles that family members may be asked to play.

Don't be surprised if some hidden emotions are revealed in the process.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Making choices highlights much of the week, and you have a head start here, thanks to your ability to grasp the facts of a situation and interpret them in a clear-cut manner.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Carrying a torch can be a two-way situation: It can either keep you tied to the past or help light your way to the future. The choice, as always, has to be yours.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your watchwords this week are: "Focus." "Focus."

"Focus." Don't let yourself be distracted from what you set out to do. There'll be time later to look over other possibilities.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A workplace opportunity might require changes you're not keen on making. Discuss the plusses and minuses with someone familiar with the situation before you make a decision.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Love and romance are strong in your aspect this week. If you've already met the right person, expect your relationship to grow. And if you're still looking, odds are you'll soon be finding it.

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3. Chicago's Connie Mack Berry, in 1944. 4. It was 2001.

5. Montreal's Jose Theodore, in the 2001-02 season. 6. It was 2000.

7. Lightweight boxer Howard Davis.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: ACE TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL (2016B0365), 1500 East Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93307. Mailing address: 10301 Silverthorne Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANTS: Harinder Singh, 10301 Silverthorne Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93314 and Sandeep Singh Grewal, 10301 Silverthorne Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a General Partnership. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Sandeep Grewal. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/19/2016 and expires 01/19/2021.

Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier February 12, 19, 26 and March 4, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: MANNA HOUSE PAYEE SERVICE (2016B0483), 6433 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: P.O. Box K, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANTS: Penny Clawson, 1 Verna Street, Bodfish, CA 93205 and Verna Riley, 869 Rim Road, Bodfish, CA 93205. Date the business commenced: 06/07/2006. Business is being conducted as Co-Partners. 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: Penny Clawson. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/22/2016 and expires 01/22/2021.

Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier February 12, 19, 26 and March 4, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: Y-KNOTT PUB (2016-B0875), 3930 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: 3930 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: David Andrew Gallup, 3930 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93205. 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: David Andrew Gallup. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 02/05/2016 and expires 02/05/2021. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: E. Del Villar.

Published by the Kern River Courier February 12, 19, 26 and March 4, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-03015-CA, A.P.N.: 349-280-03-00, Property Address: 124 Spring Court, Bodfish, CA 93205 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 05/22/2009.

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: Raymond Miechle, an Unmarried Man. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 06/01/2009 as Instrument No. 0209079073 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: $175,167.66. 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: 124 Spring Court, Bodfish, CA 93205, A.P.N.: 349-280-03-00. 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 $175,167.66. 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: 2015-03015-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 2, 2016. Western Pro-gressive, 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 Nonautomated 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 19, 26 and March 4, 2016) 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, AuditorController-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, AuditorController-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)

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices Legals, Continued from page 10 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: ANALYTICAL AIDS (2016B0626), 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-ControllerCounty 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.: 522-58205-00, 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/MortgageServ ices/DefaultManagement/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/D efaultManagement/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.: 213-10115-00, 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 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

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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/MortgageServi ces/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.l aspx 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/MortgageServi ces/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.l aspx 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)

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Announcements, Continued from page 3 phers on a tour of some of her favorite places to take great natural pictures.

This will be a combination carpool and walking tour that will start at the museum at 8:30 a.m. Saturday March 12. Susan will be sharing some of her tips to ensure spectacular results. To get in on this fantastic opportunity contact Kim Salisbury at 760-549-9399 or you can email Kim at Tractionpads@gmail.com.

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.

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.

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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Broncs standout Rebecca Gallis has put Kern Valley center court in the state by being named Northern California girls basketball player of the week.

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KVHS senior Northern California Girls Basketball Player of the Week Cal-Hi Sports Courier Just in Rebecca Gallis, a senior at Kern Valley High School and the daughter of head coach Bill Gallis is a frequent state stat star from the last three seasons and is going out with a bang.

On Wednesday February 24, Rebecca just missed a triple-double with 20 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists in a 68-23 win over California City in the first round of the CIF Central Section Division V playoffs.

Then in the quarterfinals, Gallis went

beserk with 45 points in a 72-70 nailbiter over Bakersfield Christian. She hit 19 of 20 from the free throw line in that game, including 17 in a row in the fourth quarter. Gallis also had 10 rebounds and five assists in the same game.

Entering the Central Section D5 semifinals on Wednesday vs. top seed San Joaquin Memorial of Fresno, Gallis is averaging 23.8 ppg, which the top total in the section.

On March 1, Gallis was named the Cal-Hi Sports Northern California Girls Basketball Player of the week.

Additional food box distribution KRV Rotary Courier Release

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Sell it for Free* in the Courier Marketplace the month of March.

Just submit your ad to us!

Mail, e-mail, fax or drop off our Marketplace ad form in this issue.

Marketplace * Free Boat For Sale ads are limited to one 5-line Marketplace ad per person, you and your boat must reside in the Kern River Valley. Ad must contain contact information and must be from a legitimate source. The Kern River Courier reserves the right to refuse any advertising that it deems fraudulent, inappropriate or offensive in nature. Offer ends March 29, 2016. Safe boating!

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The Community Action Partnership of Kern Food Bank will continue distributing emergency pre-packaged food boxes to families affected by the drought this month. CAPK will be distributing six hundred 30 pound boxes filled with food to families in need with the help of the Rotary Club of Kern River Valley working with the Kern Valley FFA. On Saturday, March12, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., cars line up along Suhre Street toward Kernville Road. Rotary KRV and Kern Valley volunteers will check people in their cars, cars pull up to allow the students from Kern Valley FFA to place the food boxes in the cars.

"If anyplace has been affected by the drought, it is the Kern Valley!" says author Kathleen Creighton Fuchs, one of the KRV Rotary Club's members.

Last year, Governor Jerry Brown signed legislation to approve $687 million in emergency drought relief including $25 million for food assistance in the Central Valley. Officials say people will

Wildflowers, Continued from page 1 is seldom successful and the plants usually die.

Respect all signs regarding accessibility, and do not trespass on private property to view wildflowers.

Check with property owners for permission to cross fences and enter private property.

■ Wildflowers online If you’ve spotted wildflowers in Kern County, the Board of Trade would love to hear from you. You will

be asked to self-certify that they live in a household where drought conditions have caused their underemployment or unemployment. All those affected by the drought that fit income guidelines are eligible.

"We are all affected by the drought: look at the Lake; the empty stores; Cal Water's rate increases; the higher price of produce; unemployment, crime," said Richard Rowe, president of the Rotary Club of Kern River Valley, "We will get 600 boxes to give out Saturday.

If we don't go after our share, the unclaimed boxes go back to be given away elsewhere. This will be the last distribution like this in 2015."

There are income guidelines; when you sign in; you are saying you fit those guidelines by the honor system (no income verification needed). For more information, see Facebook.com/RotaryKRVFood.

The next CAPK food distribution is the regular, once a month, USDA Commodities Distribution 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, March 28 in Lake Isabella, Mtn. Mesa and Wofford Heights.

also have the option of uploading photos with your submissions on Board of Trade’s Wildflower Sightings page visitkern.com/ wildflower-sighting-submission.

As reports of wildflower sightings come in, check back on visitkern.com to find out where you can see them in Kern County. If you've seen wildflowers in Kern County, they would love to hear from you! Please send a message on the Wildflower Sightings Submission page. You will also have the option of uploading photos with

your submissions. Your responses will be included on the visitkern.com Sightings page.

■ Planning your trip If you’re going out spotting, here are some things you might want to bring with you: ■ Water ■ Hat ■ Camera ■ Picnic Lunch ■ Bug Repellent ■ Light Jacket For more information or to submit your sightings, you may also call the Kern County Board of Trade at 661868-5376.