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Over Mother’s Day weekend, approximately 30 riders competed in Los Vaqueros Gymkhana’s 6th annual River Run Show at Jake’s Place in Kernville. Riders aged between 6 and 80 competed for a River Run Buckle. There was camping, a barbecue and the first annual color run, which was put on by Angelina Pues. It was a Gymkhana- based obsta-

Every date this week is a palindrome! If you write your dates the way the majority of people do in this country, you’ll find the dates interesting this week: the numbers in the dates read the same forwards and backwards. In 2015, people who write their dates in the m-dd-yy format will be treated to 10 consecutive days of palindromic dates, every day from May 10, 2015 (5-10-15) to May 19, 2015 (5-19-15). According to timeanddate.com, such an extended period of back-to-back Palindrome Days in the m-dd-yy format are not that rare. Every year since 2011 has had 10 consecutive Palindrome Days. In 2011, they occurred from January 10, 2011 (1-10-11) to January 19, 2011 (1-19-11). In 2012, the same sequence of dates occurred in February and 2013 it happened in March. In 2016, this will happen in the month of June. Because date formats vary from country to country, not all dates that are considered palindromic in one kind of date format are Palindrome Days in another. For instance, June 10, 2016 or 6-10-2016 is a palindromic date in the month-day-year (mdd-yyyy) format, but is not if you write the

cle course for people to participate in. It was a total success and kids and adults said they haven’t laughed that hard in a long time. Club members are already asking for it next year. `The regular show season starts up in October and ends in June. The group has poker rides, year-end awards, ugly sweater parties, ride in parades, as well as California Gymkhana Association, which has their own award programs throughout the

state in which riders compete. Buckle High Point Winners: Overall Adult High Point: Katie Archibald on Luna Youth Overall Champion: Akemi-Bee Pues on Sophia Grace AAA HP: Katie Archibald on Hottie Scottie AAA RS: Katie Archibald on Torque AA HP: Virgina Leighton on De AA RS. Angelina Pues on Jasmin Merry Legs A HP: Sander Shulman on No Na Me A RS: Sarah Bartel on Gunner FC 14+ HP: Kitrina Bona on Red FC 14+ RS: Joe Cloud on Kid

FC 13- HP: Bryson Laughlin on Baby FC13- RS: Mckenna Salvador

on HoneyBee AAA is the fastest rating, next is AA, then A, then FC, Future Champion. All are based on a timed matrix made by the California Gymkhana Association. HP is High Point. They won buckles for having the most points in their division, and so did RS which is for Reserve Champion Buckle winners. Overall champions had the most points for the whole show combined.

May is ‘Be Bear Aware Month’ Carol Singleton, CDFW Courier Advisory May is Be Bear Aware Month and the California Department of Fish & Wildlife reminds the public to act responsibly when in bear country. The 110th Congress of the United States passed Senate Resolution 347 designating May as Be Bear Aware and Wildlife California Black Bear Stewardship Month. Because bears are attracted to anything “nuisance” bears, but in edible or smelly, their reality they are just search often leads them doing what comes natuinto campsites and resirally to them, foraging dential neighborhoods for food. where trash and food is “During this extreme readily available to them. drought, it is particularly There are an estimatimportant that people ed 35,000 bears in who visit or live near California. Throughout bear habitat keep their spring and summer, food and trash secure at CDFW receives many all times,” said Jesse calls when bears break Garcia, CDFW’s Bear into homes, rummage Program manager. through trash bins and “These dry conditions raid campsites. These are forcing some bears bears are often labeled to travel longer dis-

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tances in search of food and water and sometimes these forays lead them into populated areas where bear-human conflicts occur. Bears that become conditioned to human sources of food and lose their fear of people can be become dangerous and often must be killed in order to protect public safety.” Bears have keen noses and can smell an easy meal from miles away. They can easily tear a front door off its hinges if they smell food left out on the kitchen counter. The best defense is to follow these tips: ■ Purchase and properly use a bear-proof garbage container. ■ Wait to put trash out until the morning of collection day.

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■ Don’t leave trash, groceries or animal feed in your car. ■ Keep garbage cans clean and deodorize them with bleach or ammonia. ■ Keep barbecue grills clean and stored in a garage or shed when not in use. ■ Only provide bird feeders November through March and make them inaccessible to bears. ■ Don’t leave any scented products outside, even non-food items such as suntan lotion, insect repellent, soap or candles. ■ Keep doors and windows closed and locked. ■ Consider installing motion-detector alarms and/or electric fencing. ■ Harvest fruit off trees as soon as it is ripe and promptly collect fruit that falls. ■ Securely block access to potential hibernation

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water data: Wednesday 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 44,287 acre-feet 2015 Reservoir peak 47,666 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 207 cfs Lower Kern Outflow 274 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal. *(5-hr average Kernville)

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■ Help send Shane to Boston May 16 Kern River Valley Elks are having a fundraiser, all you can eat, $5 pancake breakfast, Saturday, May 16 from 8 to 11 a.m. Everyone is welcome to help send Shane Deaver, as a delegate representing Kern Valley High School and the State of California, to the Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders in Boston. ■ Toxic roundup May 16 Rid your home of household hazardous wastes like automotive fluids, batteries, paint, pesticides, fluorescent light bulbs, household cleaners and pool chemicals. One day only from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 16 at

Regular activities Fridays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760379-4112. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Rd.,760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

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■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7 p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 9:30 a.m. (3rd Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Martha Kyt 760-5493754. ■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. Pot Luck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-4179701 ■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discussion, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 6:30 p.m. (1st Sat.) KV Gem & Minerals Club MGM Jewelry & Loan, 6749 Wofford Blvd.,, Wofford Heights. 760-376-3600.

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

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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. ■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.

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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 10 a.m. - noon; 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., Lake Isabella. ■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-760-3795552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272.

the Kern Valley transfer station, 6092 Wulstein Ave. Go to kerncountywaste.com for more information. ■ History mystery lantern tour May 16 There will be a history mystery lantern tour at Silver City Ghost town at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Bodfish from 8 to 10:30 p.m. is the place to be for $15 per person (all ages). Cash only at gate night of event or advance tickets by credit card. For questions or to purchase advance tickets contact 760-379-5146. ■ Upper River clean up May 17 Meet at Headquarters Campground above Riverkern at 5 p.m. at 9 a.m. on Sunday, May

■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church, 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112

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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762. ■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579. ■ 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 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle, Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-3138. ■ 2:30 - 4 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders VFW, 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts.. 760-417-0199 or 760-379-7312 ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178

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■ First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services assistance to veterans and widows. Lake Isabella County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Call 661-868-7300 or 866-218-5367.. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time, Lake Isabella Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-549-2083. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760-379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, NA book study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 p.m. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

Bingo Guide

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

17. For information or RSVP, at 760-3762963, 360-324-8178, 760-376-6459 or email: keepersofthekern@gmail.com. For those thinking about being a Trash Warrior, it only takes a few hours to make a difference. ■ Spring concert May 17 The Community Orchestra will be performing on Sunday, May 17, at 4 p.m. at the Kernville Elementary School. The program will include “Spring” and “Summer” by Vivaldi, a symphony by Clementi, and a Sousa march with guest violin soloist Christine Snipes returning to perform the Vivaldi. For questions, use 760-376-4461. ■ Upper River clean up May 18 Meet at Headquarters Campground above Riverkern at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 18. For information or RSVP, at 760-376-2963, 360324-8178, 760-376-6459 or email: keepersofthekern@gmail.com. ■ Trash Warriors USFS meeting May 18 The Forest Service will be presenting a safety meeting for all Keepers of the Kern volunteers and interested parties at the Kernville Ranger District Office in Kernville at 3 p.m. This is an important meeting that everyone needs to attend as part of our partnership with the Forest Service and to ensure the safety of all our volunteers. RSVP at 760376-2963, 360-324-8178, 760-376-6459 or email: keepersofthekern@gmail.com. ■ Kernville Chamber mixer May 18 The Monday, May 18 mixer will be held at Ron and Sandi Johnstone’s Log Cabin Rental. Come learn about the Johnstone’s ventures including their cabin rental, Enchanted Events party planning and Mountain Masonry company. 519 Burlando Road, Kernville. 5:30 p.m. ■ Commodities distribution May 19 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Tuesday May 19 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mountain Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution starts at 8 a.m. ■ KRVFSC meeting May 21 On Thursday, May 21, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. the Kern River Valley Fire Safe Council meets in the Supervisor’s conference room, at 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Minutes of meeting will be posted to krvfiresafecouncil.org. ■ USFS kiosk clean up May 24 Meet at Forest Service Kiosk at Riverkern Beach at 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 24 to help give out trash bags to campers. For information or RSVP, at 760-376-2963, 360-324-8178, 760-376-6459 or keepersofthekern@gmail. com. ■ Upper River clean up May 25 Meet at Headquarters Campground above Riverkern at noon on Monday, May 25. For information or RSVP, at 760-376-2963, 360324-8178, 760-376-6459 or keepersofthekern@gmail.com. ■ Memorial Day service May 25 A Memorial Day service will be held on Monday, May 25th at 1 p.m. at the Kern River Valley Cemetery District veteran’s wall. The guest speaker will be Supervisor Mick Gleason. For further information please contact the cemetery office at 760-376-2189. ■ Upper River clean up May 26 Meet at Headquarters Campground above Riverkern at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26. For information or RSVP, at 760-376-2963, 360324-8178, 760-376-6459 or keepersofthekern@gmail.com. ■ Search and Rescue May 27 Kern Valley Search & Rescue continues to look for outdoor enthusiasts interested in being part of a local rescue team. The next

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Help send Shane Deaver to Boston fundraiser The Kern River Valley Elks are having a fundraiser, all you can eat, $5 pancake breakfast on Saturday, May 16 from 8 to 11 a.m. This event is open to the public. Everyone is invited and everyone is welcome. Shane Deaver has been selected as a delegate representing Kern Valley High School and the State of California at the Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders, being held June 28, 29 and 30 in Boston, MA. He is being recognized because of his outstanding grades, leadership potential and his desire to contribute to the field of science or technology. This is an “academic honors program.” The money raised will go toward tuition, the curriculum, materials and lodging. The KRV Elks Lodge - Ladies of the Elks will be having their semi-annual rummage sale from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. So after enjoying your pancake breakfast, you can pick up that “treasure” you’ve been looking for and support a deserving student at the same time.

CALM announces upcoming celebration On Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., CALM will celebrate its 32nd Birthday Bash. Kids aged 12 and under will be admitted free with a paying adult. As always, CALM members are admitted free. Throughout the day, CALM’s animal keepers will provide wildlife presentations and docents will stroll the grounds with the zoo’s ambassador animals. A variety of nature-related and civic organizations will be on hand to provide party guests with information and give-a-ways. No birthday would be complete without a bounce house, train rides, food and beverage booths. For information, call 661-872-2256, or visit the website calmzoo.org. CALM is located at 10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy. (between Lake Ming and Hart Park).

Memorial Day Service A Memorial Day service will be held on Monday, May 25th at 1 p.m. at the Kern River Valley Cemetery District veteran’s wall. The guest speaker will be Supervisor Mick Gleason. The District is in need of large flags to fly along the driveways. Most of the large flags now flown at the cemetery were donated by families who were given a flag in honor of their beloved veteran. The cemetery cherishes those flags and when they meet their end of life they are given to the boy scouts to retire them in an honorable service. It is now time to retire some of the flags and the donation of a beloved flag would fly with honor at the District’s Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day services. Also, the cemetery is searching for donations of smaller flags to fly at the veteran’s wall of the cemetery. For further information, contact the cemetery office at 760-376-2189.

SAR needs you! Kern Valley Search and Rescue continues to look for outdoor enthusiasts interested in being part of a local rescue team. KVSAR is a non-profit agency comprised of non-paid professionals who work and live in Kern County. If you live, work or visit the Kern River Valley, Search and Rescue might just be the most rewarding hobby you have ever had. The next meeting is May 27 at 7 p.m. at 2959 Erskine Creek Road in Lake Isabella. Visit the website at kvsar.com and submit a request for contact under the “Contact Us” tab if you would like to attend or know more information.

Recently, one of our readers came into the Courier office and spoke with our publisher, Michael Batelaan. She had a comMiddleworth plaint about the articles written by Rod (me). It seems that she did not appreciate my usage of the words like “geezer” when describing an occasional elderly man. She felt that it was demeaning and different words could be used to describe an aging person. Most columnists want everyone to like what they write but they know they can’t please everyone. This was one of those. I should point out that when it comes to using the word geezer, I often do it with tongue in cheek and hope my readers get a chuckle. I also want to point out that I am 82 (almost 83) and fit in the category of geezer, curmudgeon, wrinkled, etc., so I feel entitled to use those words in my descriptions. Let me give you an example of what this geezer just recently went through. For years, when I buy my jeans, I’ve asked for a 29inch inseam. The waist size fluctuates, usually on the larger size, but the inseam has always stayed the same. Last week I had a doctor’s appointment and I was told by the nurse, as she measured me, that my height is five feet,

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Cal Water to host public meeting California Water Service will host a public meeting on Thursday, May 28 to educate its Kern River Valley District customers on state-mandated water use regulations and a range of conservation programs and tools available to help customers reduce their water use and meet the State’s reduction requirements. The workshop will be held at 6 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd. Representatives from Cal Water will also provide details about its Schedule 14.1., which Cal Water was required to file with the California Public Utilities Commission in order to meet the State Water Resources Control Board’s water use reduction requirements by the end of February 2016. Schedule 14.1 provides for waste of water violation penalties, customer water budgets, and associated enforcement measures. If approved by the CPUC, Schedule 14.1 would become effective June 1. Additional information may be obtained online at calwater.com.

seven inches. I was aghast! I have always said that my height was 5foot-8 and now somewhere I have lost an inch. The doctor said that as you grow older the pads between your vertebras shrink and in my case that shrinkage was a full inch. This explains why, when lately I have been buying pants that had a 29inch inseam they were too long and required alteration. No longer could I blame some little person in a foreign land who really didn’t understand and made my inseams too long. To carry this further, in addition to my 29 inseam being wrong, my shoe sizes are getting larger. I have no other conclusions except to think that the inch I lost in my upper body gravitated and now rests in my size 10 shoes, which used to be size 9. So those of us who have noticed this same kind of change in their bodies should take note. If older men look carefully they will notice their ears are getting bigger, their noses are getting a little longer, hair is thinning, and some of us have lost a tooth or two, our once smooth skin has wrinkled slightly and glasses for most of us are a needed item. Any or all could lead further into geezerdom. So please know that when I write crusty, curmudgeon, geezer, wrinkled and other descriptive words, I say it with a chuckle and love from my heart. Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell.

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Animal Services announces $5 adoption in May Are you looking for that special furry someone with whom to share your life? Then make plans to head over to Kern County Animal Services this Friday, and every Friday in May for Kern County Animal Services “$5 Feline Friday,” adoption event. Every Friday in May, adopters can meet the cat love of their life! All three Kern County Animal Services shelters in Bakersfield, Mojave and Lake Isabella will be participating in this special adoption event. “We have some wonderful cats waiting for forever homes and we encourage anyone that has been thinking about adopting a pet to take advantage of our ‘$5 Feline Friday’ adoption event,” said Maggie Kalar, public information officer with

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1. Between 2003 and 2014, only two National League pitchers tossed more than 250 innings in a season. Name them. 2. In what year did Hank Aaron hit the first of his 755 career major-league home runs? 3. How many seasons has New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees thrown for 5,000 yards? 4. When was the last time that the University of Virginia men’s basketball team reached the NCAA Tournament’s Elite Eight? 5. How many combined Stanley Cup titles did Montreal’s Jean Beliveau win as a player and a team executive? 6. In 2014, Germany’s Miroslav Klose set a World Cup record for most career goals (16). Who had held the mark of 15? 7. Two horses hold the modern North American racing record of 16 consecutive victories. Name them. Answers:

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) You might not like some people’s idea of a surprise. But you could be in for a pleasant shock when someone finally sends a reply to a request you made so long ago that you almost forgot about it. TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) It’s a time to expect the unexpected. So don’t be surprised if a decision that just recently seemed final suddenly opens up and leaves you with another chance to make an important choice. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Taking a different tack on a work project might rankle some colleagues. But the positive results of your innovative course soon speak for themselves. Celebrate with a fun-filled weekend. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Meeting new associates can be awkward, even if you’re in a high positive phase right now. Best advice: Make them feel comfortable, and you’ll soon forget your own discomfort. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) It’s a good time for you social Lions to blow-dry your manes, polish your claws and look like the Fabulous Felines you are as you make new friends and influence the influential. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Expectations run especially high this week, and you should feel confident in your abilities to take advantage of what might be offered. A colleague has some advice you might find helpful.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A recent flurry of activity leaves you in need of a little breathing space, and you’d be wise to take it. Close family members should have an explanation about an emergency situation that just passed. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) An insensitive act makes a difficult situation more so. But try not to waste either your physical or emotional energies in anger. Move on and let others fill the clod in on the facts of life. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) It’s a good time to look into that training program or college course you’ve been considering. You might have a good place to use those sharpened skills sooner rather than later. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Education dominates much of your aspect during this week. You might want to start checking out those summer session courses that could help advance your career plans. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Progress often comes in fits and starts. But at least you’re moving straight ahead with no backsliding. You should soon be able to pick up the pace and reach your goals in due time. PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Be wary of a deal that gives confusing answers to your questions. Remember: It’s always risky swimming in unknown waters, so you need all the help you can get to stay on course.

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1. Montreal's Livan Hernandez (255 innings in 2004) and Philadelphia's Roy Halladay (250.2 in 2010). 2. It was 1954. 3. Four times (2008, '11, '12, '13). 4. It was 1995. 5. Seventeen Stanley Cups. 6. Brazil's Ronaldo. 7. Citation (1948-50) and Cigar (1994-96).

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If you have ever wanted to be part of a paranormal investigation or simply want to learn the fascinating history of the Kern River Valley, you will love the Silver City history/mystery tour. Attendees are welcome to bring cameras and their own ghost hunting gear and join in or they can just observe and enjoy the unique presentation and live investigation. During and after the tour, participants will be shown evidence, have techniques demonstrated and learn basic ethical paranormal investigative protocol. Silver City has also been investigated by dozens of paranormal groups. Many reportedly captured evidence of poltergeists, EVPs, paranormal photographs and some groups have had physical encounters and captured anomalous videos. During the lantern tours J. Paul Corlew, who has lived on site for more than two decades, will recount the eerie legends of the valley and focus on the numerous controversial paranormal events and sightings which have reportedly occurred at Silver City. What will you learn on the lantern tour? Which local historical figure had

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his grave dug up after his passing and why? What event, witnessed by dozens of individuals during a night tour caused Silver City to be listed as one of the top 15 most haunted sites in the U.S.A.? What is a little girl’s apparition doing in the jail? These and many other questions will be addressed during the live investigation and guided tour. Advance tickets for the lantern tours are available by credit card purchase by calling 760-379-5146 prior to event. They will also be on sale at 8 p.m. the night of the event (cash only) at the gate. The next tour will be from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, with time after for individual exploration of the site and face time with the experts. The cost is only $15 per person (all ages). All proceeds from admissions and these special events are utilized (as they have for over 20 years) for the continuing operating costs, renovation, restoration and museum acquisitions on site. No public funds or tax dollars are utilized to operate Silver City. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a paid adult. All updates announced on Facebook. The ghost town is also open daily for self-guided tours and antiques and gift shopping. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (5 p.m. Saturday).

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Seventh Son” (PG-13) -- An ancient order of mystical knights once kept the world safe from evil CGI monstrosities, until their numbers dwindled to one. Jeff Bridges stars as the last of the “Spooks,” monster slayers who are all the seventh sons of seventh sons. Bridges rambles his way to a little farm, where he recruits Tom, youngest of seven brothers (a bland teenage protagonist played by Ben Barnes, who is well into his 30s). Together, they set out on a formulaic adventure to battle a super-witch (Julianne Moore) and her menagerie of monsters. Much like Moore’s archvillain character, this fantasy adventure was sealed away, locked in a purgatory by production wizards, until it stirred within its cage and found its way into our realm. The special effects are impressive, but aging in the barrel has not helped this film ripen. “The Loft” (R) -- Five wealthy urban professionals share a luxurious loft apartment as their secret clubhouse, available whenever one of them has a rendezvous with a mistress or fling. One day, the guys open the loft to find the handcuffed body of a murdered blonde, totally killing the mood. The story is told in flashbacks, as the guys (Karl Urban, James Marsden, Eric Stonestreet, Matthias Schoenaerts

Jeff Bridges in “Seventh Son” and Wentworth Miller) recount what happened -- in sleazy detail -to a pair of detectives. Nothing tests the patience more than a movie full of tedious plot twists and set-ups all building to a tragically predictable conclusion. The five dudes are so greasy and unlikable that it’s a struggle to feel for their struggles. “Cut Bank” (R) -- Tucked away in rural Montana, Dwayne (Liam Hemsworth) wants to get himself and his peppy blond girlfriend (Teresa Palmer) out of town, but witnesses a murder instead. By total coincidence, he had his video camera rolling and pointed in the right direction when the town’s first murder takes place in a canola field. Well, maybe it wasn’t a coincidence, and maybe it wasn’t a murder -- the plot twists itself into knots, but it’s not a tight fit. The movie owes a lot to the Coen brothers, mostly an apology for doing such a poor job of copying “Fargo.” © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Bodfish Bob’s Imperial Chicken 4 chicken breasts 1 cube melted margarine or butter 1 c. corn flake crumbs 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese 2 tbsp. dried parsley flakes 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper Wash and dry chicken well. Melt margarine or butter. Combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl. Dip chicken in melted margarine then in crumb mixture. Place chicken in a large pan lined with foil. Do not overlap pieces. Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree oven for 1 hour. Serve with noodles and pesto. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.

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CDFW does not stock it anymore to protect the native strain of trout in the river, but there are plenty of fish The last few that remain. They are a mix of goldweeks I have been en, brown and rainbow trout and writing on and off most are pretty small, but it’s not so about fishing and much about how big the fish are, it’s hiking the Sierra all about where they are up there. Nevada high county To access Kennedy Meadow simabove Kernville. ply hit the 178 and turn onto Freeman I wanted to share Canebrake road which is past Onyx. with you another It’s a dirt road and is well graded and wonderful part of the high county will take you to the top. Or, simply hit that I have loved since I was a kid the 395 heading north and make a when my dad left at the sign and mom used to onto what is take my brother called the 9-mile Kennedy Meadows is a special and I fishing as a grade. You will place for me because of that day and kid. My brother see the sign. It and I were about it is easy to get to and fish. says “Kennedy - Freeman Meadows.” 10-12 years old and my mom From there, the and dad were all into fishing, we went river is about a 45 minute drive up at least a couple days a week. into the high country. There is a I remember one time up at General Store and a great restaurant Kennedy Meadows, we got caught in called Grumpy Bears. Stop at the a thunderstorm. They took us up General Store. They will give you the there in the middle of that storm. We latest on the fishing. It’s beautiful sat in a beautiful meadow under a big mountain country, rolling hills, sagesugar pine where we had caught so brush and Pinion Pines it looks like many fish. We finally had to leave something out of a western movie! when the lightning showed up. Trust Fish the bridge area or just above it. me, you don’t want to be fishing with There is usually a beaver pond or a great lightning rod in your hand. It two. Or there is a hiking trail below was a surreal moment though, one of the bridge, hike in a couple miles get the most memorable of my childhood. away from the spots most people fish I remember my mom and dad being and you will find yourself out there so happy out there catching all those all alone. It's great! fish with us. It was great. Matt Freeman is a local resident, busiKennedy Meadows is a special nessman and outdoorsman and can be place for me because of that day and reached at cooltuna12@yahoo.com or 760it is easy to get to and fish. The 223-0880.

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■ 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 calls only: 760-378-3055

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Wildfire Awareness Week Courier 4-1-1 Wildfires often begin unnoticed and spread quickly igniting brush, trees and homes. Homeowners can reduce the risk by preparing now, before a wildfire strikes. The first step is to meet with your family and create a Family Disaster Plan. Your Family Disaster Plan should outline what to do and where to go if a wildfire threatens your area. Once your family has a plan, follow the steps listed below to provide optimal

protection for your family, home, and property. ■ Perform Hazard Reduction and create a 100-foot safety zone around your home no later than June 15. ■ Practice wildfire safety ■ Get involved with your neighbors and create a plan ■ Build an emergency supply kit ■ Perform Hazard Reduction and create a 100-foot safety zone around your home. ■ Create a Family Disaster Plan.

Fire restrictions in effect Alicia Embrey, USFS/SNF Courier Release In response to the increasing high fire danger, the Sequoia National Forest, Tule River Reservation and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) within the Central California District announced they are imposing fire restrictions for all Federal and State protected lands within Fresno, Tulare and Kern Counties that went into effect on May 6. In the Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument campfires and barbecues are only allowed in developed campgrounds or areas designated as exempt from fire restrictions. A list of designated exempt areas can be obtained from Forest Service offices, and will soon be posted on the website www.fs.usda. gov/sequoia Visitors are allowed to have a portable gas stove or lantern (with a flame on/off switch) outside developed or designated areas with a valid California campfire permit. A campfire

permit can be obtained, free of charge, at any Forest Service, CALFIRE, or Bureau of Land Management office or by visiting the Sequoia National Forest website above and downloading a copy of the permit. For BLM, this declaration will include all BLM public lands located in Tulare, Fresno, Kings, Kern, Madera, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties. Fire restrictions affect all BLM recreational areas including Three Rivers, San Joaquin River Gorge (Squaw Leap), Lake Isabella (Keyesville), Chimney Peak, Kennedy Meadows, and the Carrizo Plain. In addition, smoking is only permitted within an enclosed vehicle, building, developed recreation site (campground) or designated exempt area under these restrictions. Internal combustion engines may be operated only on roads and designated trails on BLM lands and Sequoia National Forest and within the Giant Sequoia National Monument. Ensure all vehicles and equipment are operating properly.

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Calendar, Continued from page 2 meeting is May 27 at 7 p.m. at 2959 Erskine Creek Road in Lake Isabella. Please visit the website at kvsar.com and submit a request for contact under the “Contact Us” tab if you would like to attend or know more information. ■ KRV Collaborative May 28 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 760-3792556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. ■ KVHS graduation May 28 Honor the graduates at 5 p.m. at the Wallace Middle School gym. ■ Making music with Mr. Jerry, May 28 Mr. Jerry presents a musical recital at 5 p.m. at the Lake Isabella branch library. For

■ Cal Water meeting May 28 California Water Service will host a public meeting to educate its Kern River Valley District customers on statemandated water use regulations and a range of conservation programs and tools available to help customers reduce their water use and meet the State’s reduction requirements. The workshop will be held at 6 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd. Additional information may be obtained online at calwater.com. ■ Havilah Days May 30 Don’t miss this annual frontier celebration, including fun for the entire family at the first county seat, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 6789 Caliente-Bodfish Road, Havilah. ■ Night at the Museum May 30 KRV Historical Society’s

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1. Is the book of Galatians in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Joshua 6, on the seventh day, how many times did the men of war march around Jericho? 1, 3, 5, 7 3. In His first recorded miracle, what did Jesus turn into wine? Goat’s milk, grape juice, fig cider, water 4. From 1 Chronicles, what king was buried with his sons under an oak tree? Neco, Jehoash, Saul, Rezin 5. How many New Testament (KJV) books are named for a woman? 0, 1, 2, 3 6. In the story of creation, what did God call the darkness? Blackness, Night, Fourscore, Trinity 1) New; 2) 7; 3) Water; 4) Saul; 5) 0; 6) Night © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Humiliation II Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist

shrug and say, “Well, looks like we’ve got you, Schlensker.” Humiliating. Isn’t it great that Jesus doesLast week we n’t operate like that? He chose considered my me and everyone else, who humiliation believes in Him, not because through my fracwe were smart, good-looking, tured collarbone physically able, wealthy, big or experience. It even well-behaved. turns out that For none of us can measure Schlensker there have been up to God’s expectation for His some other humiliating expericreatures. After all, He told ences in my lifetime. Now you Abraham - and the rest of His are probably thinking, “Well, people for that matter - “I am duh! God Almighty; Walk before “That Me, and be makes you blameless" pretty much (Genesis 17:1). ...although I was pretty fast, my like every size made me largely undesirable for That’s God’s other person measuring most sports. in the world.” \ stick: perfecAnd you - Schlensker tion! God would be chose us for absolutely no other rearight! But there are some valuson than that He loves us! able lessons to be learned from Jesus said (John 15:16), “You humiliating experiences. did not choose Me, but I chose The other humiliation I am you, and appointed you, that thinking about today goes back you should go and bear fruit.” a long way, all the way to the That gets at the essence of grade school playground. I got the purpose for which Jesus a good dose of it when sides chose us: to bear fruit for Him. were chosen for teams for That’s the highest and most recess games. I was the littlest important mission of any team boy in my grade. Therefore, ever established! Christians are although I was pretty fast, my privileged have been chosen size made me largely undesirfor that magnificent team! able for most sports. So I was often chosen last. The other Dan Schlensker is pastor of kids would all be gone, and the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Lake Isabella. last-picking-captain would

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■ First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m., Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m

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■ Faith Community Foursquare Church 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416 ■ Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 ■ Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m. Lake Isabella/Bodfish

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■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. School 9:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 ■ Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun. 9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2062

■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Services 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible Study Sun. 10 a.m. ■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., and 5 p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. 760-379-5819 ■ Salvation Army The local national affiliate Mon. 9 a.m.-1p.m. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-5100. ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 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 evening 4 p.m., 760-379-6935 ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).

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Services LARRY SCHUPPAN’S Garage Doors and Openers New Sales & Repairs Will pick up all old small and large appliances, batteries, scrap metal, etc. @ no charge. (760) 417-2806 ___________________________

Lake Isabella Precision Tax Fastest Refunds Free E-Filing Free Quotes Individual, Corp., Partners 5105 B Lake Isabella Blvd.

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__________________________ Chuck Barbee - Still & Video PHOTOGRAPHY Portraits - Family Events Equestrian - Historical Photo Scanning & Restoration Transfers to DVD & CD

760-376-8784 __________________________ PAUL’S POOL SERVICE

MT. MESA Commercial & Residential Contractor’s Lic. #587951 310-347-5208 •• 310-533-0584 ___________________________ Ray’s Painting & Decorating Interior/Exterior Painting Wall Coverings “Lowest Rates in the KRV” (760) 417-9797 - (760) 378-2097 ___________________________ Mark’s Mobile Computer Repair

“We Travel to Your Location” •Repairs •Upgrades •Tuneups •Networking •Troubleshooting Mark Armstrong/Owner-Operator

760-376-1214 / Fax-760-376-1214 e-mail: marksmobilecomputer repair@gmail.com ___________________________ CHAR’S DRY CLEANERS and ALTERATIONS Fast Service 6101 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella (760) 379-6340 ___________________________

Need Nothing - Move in Ready 2bd/2ba double wide MH in nice 55+ Park, with 2 car carport, patio/deck. $15K cash (760) 964-2514 ____________________________ I buy Mobile Homes Cash 24 Hrs Call Bert (760) 964-2514

CASH FOR YOUR HOME TODAY I buy homes and mobile homes (760) 304-8554

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Kernville - 2bd/1ba cottage. $650/mo. (760) 223-0544 ____________________________ Lake Isabella - 2/bd, 1/ba refurbished MH with 2 car carport, patio/deck, nice 55+ Park. $522/mo. Call (760) 964-2514 ____________________________ Lake Isabella - 2bd, 2ba refurbished MH w/2 car carport, patio/ deck, in nice 55+ Park. $722/mo. Call (760) 964-2514 ____________________________ Kernville -HiHo Senior Mobile Home Park, 11901 Sierra Way, 2bd/2ba apartment, $470/mo + deposit & utilities, no pets. (760) 376-267 ____________________________ Wofford Heights - trailer for rent in 55+ park, $325/mo., water/trash paid. Call Clint @ (310) 489-5990 ____________________________ Lake Isabella - 3bedrm, 2bath house in great neighborhood. $1,100/mo. (510) 230-7222 ____________________________ Bakersfield - Close to airport. $1,200/mo. (510) 230-7222

House for Sale Lake Isabella 2832 Erskine Creek Road NEW 3bedrm, 2bath house with garage & many extras + adjoining lot available. (818) 324-0869

RV spaces with private beach. Camp Kernville - 24 Sirretta St Walking distance to downtown. $299/mo. 760-376-2345 ___________________________ R V Space Lake Isabella Large, large space in 55+ Mobile Home Park. Only one available. $372/mo., includes trash. Paradise Mobile Home Estates (760) 379-2092

Personal 70 year old man looking for someone in my age group who enjoys going out to dinner, dancing and having a good time. Al (760) 223-3460

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224 Cypress Lane Wofford Heights Sites in quiet Senior Park w/laundry facilities, fish house. Walk to lake. $290 per month includes water and trash. Call (760) 549-9260 ___________________________

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Upholstery Repairs Clothing Alterations Bodfish (559) 936-1123 ___________________________ Firewood - Pine & Oak Also do weedeating, trash hauling, chimney sweeping & tree trimming Call Chris 760-417-1824 ___________________________

I buy Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs Call Bert - (760) 964-2514

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JEWELRY REPAIR Sizing, Re-Tip, Prongs Free Quote - Fast Service 47 Years Experience Jewelry Mart 6101 Lake Isabella Boulevard Lake Isabella (760) 379-3631 ___________________________

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Interior / Exterior Residential / Commercial Quality Products Professional Service Competitive Prices

Oil Changes while you wait! Brakes - Belts - Hoses Clutches, Differentials, Adjust - Exchange - Repair 5300 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella

760-379-8578

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“Come in and visit our store... houseplants, We r! unique gifts e Deliv and more!”

Petal Pusher Plus Lake Isabella Florist We are the only Full-Service, AllOccasion Florist in the Kern River Valley 6040 Lake Isabella Blvd. Ste. A, Lake Isabella 760-379-4100 petalpusherplus@ymail,com petalpusherplus.com

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Electrical • Plumbing • Painting Yard Work • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Tractor Work Sprinkler Systems Warner H. Hitch/owner PO Box 1267 Weldon 760-378-3228 Cell: 760-223-2963

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Hi-Ho MHP semi-annual sale 11901 Sierra Way, Kernville Sat/Sun, May 16/17, 8am-3pm In club house & individual carports. Something for everyone. ____________________________ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church - 377 Hwy 155, Lake Isabella (above Isabella Motel) Sat., May 16, 7am-2pm Annual sale - hot dogs-chipsdrinks also avail for purchase

KV Yellow Cab - For Sale Local business Good clientele Asking $20K Available immediately For details, call 661-754-6622

Misc. For Sale 12 gal PVC pipe fittings - $125 Portable generator - $175 (661) 331-7056

Place your Marketplace ad in 3 easy steps: 5 lines = $5.50 (Each line equals 27 spaces or characters approx)

Add a line $1.00ea. Photos add $5.00ea. Frame add $1.00 Number of weeks ad is to run______ X your ad total = $__________ Amount due.

Mary Jo Snyder is now at Haircrafters 5120A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella

760-379-2710 20 years experience in Lake Isabella

Perms • Weaves • Colors • Haircuts • For men & women Thursday evening appointments available

NEED PRAYER? CALL 760-417-6161 KRV PRAYER ROOM

Write out your message and please be neat. Ads start at 5 lines for $5.50 then only $1.00 for each additional line. Add $5.50 and $1.00 for each additional line. Multiply that total by the number of weeks you wish your ad to run. Payment must be with your order. Payment can be made by credit card or make a check, money order payable to: Kern River Courier P.O. Box 1145 Wofford Heights, Ca 93285-1145

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Each line equals 27 spaces or characters. Actual length of published ad may vary depending on combination of letters, spaces and words. Please read your ad as soon as it is published. If you do find an error, notify us immediately. The Kern River Courier will take responsibility for only one incorrect insertion and will not be responsible for more than the cost of one insertion. No further liability shall apply. The Kern River Courier reserves the right to reject any ad and may edit ads as needed. Payment is required prior to run. Phone orders are accepted with credit card only. 760-376-2860

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: LIVINGSPACES BUILDING CONTRACTORS (2015-B2145), 3400 Pegasus Drive #80842, Bakersfield, CA 93380. Mailing address: 3400 Pegasus Drive #80842, Bakersfield, CA 93380. REGISTRANT: Harlan Alan Ode, 8407 Waterfield, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Date the business commenced: 02/18/2015. 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: Harlan Alan Ode. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 04/03/2015 and expires 04/03/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: S. Hermosillo. Published by the Kern River Courier April 24, May 1, 8 and 15, 2015. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: T AND A TOOL AND SUPPLY (2015- B2380) Street address of business: 3824 Troutdale Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of Business: 3824 Troutdale Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Tiffany Evette Guerrero, 3824 Troutdale Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 04/14/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 04/16/2015. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk by J. Bojorquez, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: April 24, May 1, 8 and 15, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: T AND A SUPPLY AND SAFETY (2015-B2435), 3824 Troutdale Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address: 3824 Troutdale Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Tiffany Evette Guerrero, 3824 Troutdale Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. 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: Harlan Alan Ode. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 04/16/2015 and expires 04/16/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier April 24, May 1, 8 and 15, 2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: YOUNGER GALLERY (2015B2382), 1430 Truxtun Avenue, Suite 105, Bakersfield, CA 93301. Mailing address: 1430 Truxtun Avenue, Suite 105, Bakersfield, CA 93301. REGISTRANT: Betty Lee Younger, 3717 Pinehurst Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Date the business commenced: 09/01/2008. 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: Betty Lee Younger. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 04/14/2015 and expires 04/14/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: S. Hermosillo. Published by the Kern River Courier May 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2013-28370, Loan No.: 7092827018, A.P.N.: 190-110-16-00 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE ยง 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 2/13/1996. 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: Ora Lee Dennis, a Widow. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 2/22/1996 as Instrument No. 0196022386 in Book --, Page --- and rerecorded on --- as --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 5/27/2015 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: $34,584.62. 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: Street Address or other common designation of real property: 308 B Street, Arvin, California 93203, A.P.N.: 190-110-16-00. 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 $34,584.62. 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/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2013-28370. 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: April 15, 2015. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. Tamika Smith, Trustee Sale Assistant. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier May 1, 8 and 15, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-06694, Loan No.: 0602962396, A.P.N.: 529-183-24-00 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE ยง 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. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/23/2010. 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: Chad Gillies, a Single Man. Duly Appointed Trustee: Power Default Services, Inc. Recorded 01/04/2011 as Instrument No. 0211000879 in Book xx, Page xx of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. The subject Deed of Trust was modified by Loan Modification recorded as Instrument 0213158023 and recorded on 10/28/2013. Date of Sale: 06/12/2015 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: $195,728.04. 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: Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5312 Elk Run Court, Bakersfield, California 93314, A.P.N.: 529-183-24-00. 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 $195,728.04. 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 (855) 427-2204 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2014-06694. 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: April 13, 2015. Power Default Services, Inc., as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information

Line: (855) 427-2204. For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier May 1, 8 and 15, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2012-21790, Loan No.: 7110779605, A.P.N.: 383-212-19-00 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE ยง 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 11/14/2005. 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: J.T. Simkins, an Unmarried Person. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 12/13/2005 as Instrument No. 0205343475 in Book , Page and rerecorded on --- as --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 5/27/2015 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: $78,389.21. 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: Street Address or other common designation of real property: 3406 Harvard Drive, Bakersfield, California 93306, A.P.N.: 383-212-19-00. 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 $78,389.21. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2012-21790. 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: April 15, 2015. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. Tamika Smith, Trustee Sale Assistant. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier May 1, 8 and 15, 2015)

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2010-03825, Loan No.: 70900907, A.P.N.: 148-081-44 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE ยง 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 12/08/2006. 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: Santiago Vazquez, a Married Man as His Sole and Separate Property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 12/22/2006 as Instrument No. 0206314452 in Book --, Page --- and rerecorded on --- as --of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 5/27/2015 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: $409,142.70. 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: Street Address or other common designation of real property: 911 and 913 Butler Road Bakersfield, CA 93304, A.P.N.: 148-081-44. 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 $409,142.70. 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) 9608299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageS ervices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2010-03825. 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: April 10, 2015. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. Tamika Smith, Trustee Sale Assistant. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier May 1, 8 and 15, 2015)

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices Legal Notices, Continued from page 10 ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: APSG WHOLESALE AUTO WORKS (2010- B2987) Street address of business: 21037 Burgess Court, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Mailing address of Business: 12324 Childress Street Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Kenneth R. Molitor, 12324 Childress Street Bakersfield, CA 93312. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 05/06/2010. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 04/07/2015. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: May 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: THE MOTHER LODE (2015B2591), 8 Tobias, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1045, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT: Judith Dodd, 325 Sirretta Street, Kernville, CA 93238. 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: Judith Dodd. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 04/23/2015 and expires 04/23/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier May 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: GRAPHIX ANONYMOUS (2015-B2561), 1312 Arthur Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address: 1312 Arthur Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANTS: Summer Grace Holdsworth, 1312 Arthur Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308, Joseph Michael Rakisits, 1312 Arthur Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308 and Ellen Marie Smith, 508 Arvin Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Date the business commenced: 04/01/2015. 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: Summer Holdsworth. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 04/22/2015 and expires 04/22/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: S. Hermosillo. Published by the Kern River Courier May 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: YOUR OFFICE SOLUTION (2015-B2772), 4939 Calloway Drive, #104, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address: 4939 Calloway Drive, #104, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANTS: Katherine Ann Hall, 6305 Oslo Place, Bakersfield, CA 93306, June Anne Garbell, 4202 Elder Court, Bakersfield, CA 93306 and Rachel Ann Lewis, 11430 Reagan Road, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as CoPartners. 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: Katherine A. Hall. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 05/01/2015 and expires 05/01/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: S. Hermosillo. Published by the Kern River Courier May 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2011-15899, Loan No.: 7092350425, A.P.N.: 515-532-27-00 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 7/20/2004. 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: Jin-Bok Kang and Sook Lee Kim, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 7/30/2004 as Instrument No. 00204178720 in Book ---, Page --- and rerecorded on --- as --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 6/1/2015 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: $302,086.60. 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: Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4211 Crystal Lake Drive, Bakersfield, California 93313, A.P.N.: 515-532-27-00. 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 $302,086.60. 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) 9608299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageS ervices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2011-15899. 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: April 21, 2015. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. Tamika Smith, Trustee Sale Assistant. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier May 8, 15 and 22, 2015) ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: SEQUENTICS (2014- B2257) Street address of business: 11514 San Miniato Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of Business: 11514 San Miniato Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Todd McEwen, 11514 San Miniato Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 04/24/2014. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 05/04/2015. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: May 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: TRAVEL INN RIDGECREST (2015-B2747), 131 West Upjohn Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address: 131 West Upjohn Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. REGISTRANT: JRGM LLC, 651 Green Acre Drive, Fullerton, CA 92835. Date the business commenced: 09/01/2014. Business is being conducted as a Limited Liability Company. 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: Gaurang Patel. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 04/30/2015 and expires 04/30/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier May 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2013-02926-CA, Loan No.: 7090607172, A.P.N.: 498-611-06-00 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 2/8/2006. 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: Baldev Singh, a Married Man as His Sole and Separate Property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 2/16/2006 as Instrument No. 0206039486 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 6/8/2015 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: $227,269.84. 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: Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5712 Bridge Creek Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93313, A.P.N.: 498-611-06-00. 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 $227,269.84. 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/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2013-02926. 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: April 29, 2015. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier May 15, 22 and 29, 2015)

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Health Insurance Matters

Ouch! I’m hurting, Doc Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist It is well-known that there are helpful medications which reduce or eliminate pain for many sufferers of chronic conditions. Richard comThal plained that “My insurance won’t give me my refills for my Vicodin,” and Charlotte was complaining about her new doctor when her prior physician retired, who cut her Norco prescription in half. A few weeks ago, Sylvia was complaining that her Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant wouldn’t prescribe any pain medication, and referred her to a pain specialist in Bakersfield, and George complained that his pharmacy said his hydrocodone/acetaminophen isn’t in stock. This issue first started in 1971 when Congress passed the “United States Controlled Substances Act” that created five categories of medications. Schedule I drugs are those drugs determined by the FDA to have no medical use and are illegal such as heroine or LSD. Schedule II drugs include most opiates, and schedule III drugs has few pain medications. Drugs containing hydrocodone or any combination of drugs containing this medication has been moved from schedule III to schedule II. While the switch was fought by many professional organizations, the final rule was effective back on Oct. 6, 2014. We are hearing the complaints in the Kern River Valley now, because “Only prescriptions issued before Oct. 6,

2014, and authorized for refills may be dispensed, as long as such dispensing occurs before April 8, 2015.” The rules for Schedule II medications are very different from when your pain medication was listed as Schedule III. Schedule II medications cannot be refilled. Every prescription must be a new, “hard copy,” original prescription. There is nothing preventing your healthcare provider from writing you a new prescription every month; this is not the same as refilling the medication. These new prescriptions (like all Schedule II prescriptions) cannot be faxed or phoned to a pharmacy. And finally, the rules for Schedule III: Schedule III, IV, and V controlled substances can be refilled up to five times within six months of the date the prescription was issued. This means that your healthcare provider can write you one prescription with five additional refills. Your pharmacy can refill the prescription five more times within six months. After the refills are used up or the six months expires, your healthcare provider will need to issue you a new prescription for the controlled substance which can phoned or faxed to your pharmacy. It is understandable that the new doctor cannot write prescriptions as the retired doctor can, and why the PA referred to a pain specialist. References: MedTV.com, American Pharmacists Association, USA Today. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106) Thal is on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, harrythal@aol.com or harrythal. com.

Announcements, Continued from page 3 Kern County Animal Services. The $5 Feline Friday event hopes to encourage the adoption of the many wonderful cats waiting for a second chance at a new home. “We have a large number of cats entering the shelter due to the warmer weather and we would love to be able to find wonderful families for them all,” Kalar said. “What could be more wonderful than finding a special cat to call your own and knowing that you helped save a life too?” During these special days, all cats available for adoption, regardless of age will be $5 to adopt. Typical adoption fees for cats are normally $40 and $50. All fees include spay/neuter surgery, first set of vaccinations, a microchip and more. For information on adopting a pet, call 661-868-7100.

Walk for health Kern River Valley “Kern River Valley KRV Walkers” is now on Facebook. Let’s walk! Join the walkers as they get out and walk! Groups are forming all over the valley: Riverkern, Kernville, Wofford Heights, Lake Isabella, Bodfish, Mountain Mesa, Southlake, Weldon and Onyx. Call Catherine Smith at 805-231-8001 for more information.

‘Bread of Life Kitchen’ in need of donations Help is needed: Volunteers to cook, clean, serve and organize Monday through Friday 8 to 11 a.m. and donations of a Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer with a food processor attachment and a meat grinder attachment and a large capacity electric rice cooker. Or donate a Costco gift card of any amount to purchase kitchen supplies. On Monday, June 1, the kitchen will begin accepting fruit, vegetable and egg donations from our local home growers/farmers. For more information, contact the Salvation Army at 760 379-4600.

Camping experience for children The Salvation Army is looking for children who may not have had a great camp experience in the past. The Salvation Army five-day camp for boys and girls ages 8 through 12 is located in the Redwood Forest in Northern California. All meals are included and campers can enjoy hiking, swimming, crafts, campfires and much more. The camp days this year are July 2 through 7. Children are transported on an air conditioned bus provided by Orange Belt. The chaperones on the bus, as well as all camp volunteers have completed classes and background checks. Come to the Salvation Army office and sign up for a camp interview if you have a child or know of a family with a child in this age group. This is first come, first served and the deadline for potential applicants is May 20.

May is Foster Care Awareness month The Kern County Department of Human Services, along with all of our community and professional partners serving the needs of Kern County’s foster children, is celebrating May as National Foster Care Awareness Month. This month allows us the opportunity to celebrate foster children and the dedicated individuals and professionals who open their hearts and homes to care for the nearly 2000 children placed in out-of-home care in Kern County.

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Bears, Continued from page 1 sites such as spaces under decks and buildings. Tips for Bear-proofing your campsite: ■ Store food (including pet food) and toiletries in bear-proof containers or in an airtight container in the trunk of your vehicle if bear lockers are not available. ■ Never keep food or toiletries in your tent. ■ Clean dishes and store food and garbage immediately after meals. ■ Clean your barbecue grill after use. ■ Change out of clothes you cooked in before going to bed. Facts about Black Bears: ■ There are two sub-species of American black bear in California: the Northwestern black bear and the California black bear. They range in color from blonde to black, with cinnamon brown being the most common. ■ There are an estimated 35,000 bears

Palindromes, Continued from page 1 date as mm-dd-yyyy (06-10-2016); as day-month-year (dd-mm-yyyy: 10-062016) or as year-month-day (yyyymm-dd: 2016-06-10). As long as you write your date in the m-dd-yy format, every century has 9 years with 10 Palindrome Days in a row. These years are always in the second decade of the century. For example, every year between 20112019, 2111-2119, and 2211-2219 will have 10 consecutive Palindrome Days. This is true for previous centuries as well. The month this happens corresponds to the last digit of the year. For instance in 1918, 2018 and 2118,

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in California. ■ Black bears will seek to avoid confrontation with humans. If encountered, always leave them an escape route. ■ Males are much larger than females and can weigh up to 500 pounds, although average weight is about 300 pounds. ■ Black bears can sprint up to 35 mph and they are strong swimmers and great tree climbers. ■ A typical wild bear diet consists of berries, plants, nuts, roots, honey, honeycomb, insects, larvae, carrion and small mammals. ■ As winter approaches, bears will forage for food up to 20 hours a day, storing enough fat to sustain them through hibernation. ■ Bears that are accustomed to people can become too bold and lose their fear of humans. For more information, visit wildlife.ca.gov/Keep-MeWild/Products.

the eighth month of the year, August, will have 10 Palindrome Days. Each of these days will begin on the 11th day of the month and end on the 19th. According to Wikipedia, a palindrome is a word, phrase, number, or other sequence of characters which reads the same backward or forward. Allowances may be made for adjustments to capital letters, punctuation, and word dividers. Famous examples include “A man, a plan, a canal, Panama!,” “Amor, Roma,” “race car,” “taco cat,” “Was it a car or a cat I saw?” and “No ‘x’ in Nixon.” The word “palindrome” was coined by the English playwright Ben Jonson in the 17th century from the Greek roots palin (again) and dromos (way, direction).

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