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‘What water’ With the water having come and gone, it’s hard to imagine that this Bodfish Creek crossing was once a site of dangerous debris, mud and high water flow Sunday.

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Friday high 88° Sunny Friday low 60° Clear Saturday high 91° Very warm and sunny

Sunday low 63° Clear Accuweather.com

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Michael Batelaan Courier Advisory Just before 5 a.m.

June 20, Kern County Firefighters responded to a swift water rescue south of Bakersfield at Tejon Hwy and Mountain View Rd. One male adult was pulled off of his car utilizing the ladder of KCFD Truck 41.

There were no injuries.

Kern County Fire Department says please do not attempt to drive through stream crossings. They are deeper and more powerful than they appear.

Kern County emergency authorities urge residents in the areas of the Way Fire last sum-

mer to be alert, recognizing the potential for mud and debris flows into populated areas, and to remain aware of their surroundings. Should signs of mud flows or heavy runoff be observed, residents should move out of the area or to higher ground. Avoid entering the path of the flow as water and mud flows are deceivingly powerful.

Please make sure your neighbors are informed and stay tuned to your local television and radio stations for more information as it becomes available.

The Kern County Fire Department is advising residents that live in the

path of burn areas to remain alert and anticipate changing weather conditions and would like to encourage residents to sign up for ReadyKern alerts on kerncountyfire.org.

Sand bags are available to residents at their nearest fire station.

There are two factors that will trigger a flood: intensity and accumulation. According to Steve Mendenhall, the Meteorologist in Charge at the Hanford National Weather Service, 2/10ths of an inch in 30 minutes, 3/10ths in 30 minutes or ½ inch in an hour would be a predictor of a flash flood, making it three

KRVR, KRVCC, KRVHF Courier Release Due to the design and relocation elements of the Isabella Dam Safety Remediation Project, the Kern Valley is losing a vital component of our strategic planning efforts. The US Forest Service Visitor Center in Lake Isabella will be closing.

Tourism is the driving economic engine for the Kern Valley and points beyond. The Southern Sierra Nevada Mountains offer visitors a rich out-

door experience by providing a multitude of opportunities to engage in. The historic drought has greatly reduced the number of visitors to our area.

The negative impacts of dam reconstruction have and will most likely further reduce visitation.

The Kern River Valley Heritage Foundation, the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Kern River Valley Revitalization, with the support of the Kernville Chamber of Commerce,

have been working on a proposal to construct a new visitor's center.

Located at the junction of Hwy 178 and Hwy 155, the Bob Powers Gateway Preserve is the ideal location to construct a new, multi-agency visitor center, as the name defines the 'gateway' to our entire valley. Alternative sites have been discussed by the Corp of Engineers and the Forest Service but do not provide for ease of access or ample parking that is needed. The BPGP Visitors Center is vital to

our rebuilding of infrastructure and economic revival.

The BPGP will provide for unparalleled educational opportunities for visitors and residents alike by providing a full service one stop location for information on activities, permitting, lodging, campgrounds and restaurants, local events, along with conservation and preservation efforts in our area. A strategic plan for this site was completed by

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Bobfish Bob presents some old time ‘flavorates’ recipes.

Join in the fun & games on the Courier puzzle pages.

Buy, sell & trade in the Courier Marketplace.

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Storage, Isabella Reservoir 33,514 acre-feet 2014 Reservoir peak 80,737 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet

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Artist conception of a proposed multi-agency visitors center that would be located at the Bob Powers Gateway Preserve at the junction of Hwy 178 and 155.

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times more likely. He also explains that a flood watch means that conditions are favorable for flooding and a flood warning means a flood is occurring or about to occur.

The National Weather service offers text alerts for watches and warnings. In the event of a warning, the Service recommends that citizens get to higher ground and avoid going through any water deeper than six inches, either on foot or by car.

For current weather information, go to weather.gov/Hanford or mobile.\weather.gov on your phone.

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Sunday high 93° Very warm and sunny

Its all or nothing July 26th How will your day go Saturday? July 26 is National All or Nothing Day according to nationaldaycalendar.com. People use this day to throw caution to the wind and go for it.

Everyone has at least one thing that they would like to try, need to do or want to do but might be fearful or hesitant to do so.

This is the day to go ahead and do it, take that first step and go for it.

The ancient Romans understood it so well they had a saying: "Carpe Diem" or seize the day.

According to daysoftheyear.com, All Or Nothing Day takes that spirit and urges people to break through their barriers, ignore the fears that hold them back, and make that big commitment to a better life.

Whether it's applying for a job, trying an extreme sport, or just saying 'sorry' to someone, everyone has something they would love to do if only they weren't so scared.

All Or Nothing Day is the day for the girding of loins, taking it on the chin, and confronting those fears.

As it says, by breaking the deadlock you may end up with all or nothing, but at least the barrier is broken.

You succeed or fail, but are no longer paralyzed by indecision.

Seize the day; the rest of your life won't wait forever.

We wish you the best on National All or Nothing Day!

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Published Fridays Spotlighting the best of the Kern River Valley Publisher Michael Batelaan Editors, Writers Michael Batelaan Columnists Bodfish Bob Matt Freeman Rod Middleworth Paul Vander Werf

Pam Stewart Dan Schlensker Dave Ramsey Harry Thal

Photographers Michael Batelaan Ad Production Michael Batelaan Advertising Sales Valerie Minoux Sara Wakeman Business Office Sara Wakeman Distribution Ron Benson Webmaster Mike Ludiker Advertising policies Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time without cause.

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All submissions Advertising, editorial, letters, photography and the entire content of Kern River Courier publications are subject to publish both in print and Internet online publications.

Subscriptions The Kern River Courier is published and mailed weekly for $65 per year (52 issues) or 2 years (104 issues) for $120.

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Mailing address: P.O. Box 1145 Wofford Heights, CA 93285 Street address: 6392-B Wofford Blvd.

Wofford Heights (next to Wofford Heights Post Office) Phone: 760-376-2860 FAX: 760-376-2862 Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or appointment.

Email address: office@kernrivercourier.com Website: www.kernrivercourier.com The Kern River Courier also publishes: Whiskey Flat Claim Jumper Kern Angler Green Living © 2015 Kern River Courier. All Rights Reserved.

■ Stone Soup Story Theater July 24 The Stone Soup Story Theater will be performing at the Wofford Heights library at 11 a.m. or the Lake Isabella branch at 3 p.m.

Come see what amazing stories they will share! These storytellers are a must see family favorite. Come on down to your cool local library with the family and enjoy the Stone Soup Story Theater. Call 760-376-6160 for more information.

■ Valley Caregiver Support Group July 24 The Valley Caregiver Resource Center support group will meet on the 24th this month from 11 to 12:30 at College Community Services, 2731 Nugget Ave. Lake Isabella.

Caregivers caring for loved ones are invited.

The regular meeting is the third Friday of each month. For more information call Chris Barrett at 661-821-1626.

■ Outside In Gallery Showcase July 25 The artists of Outside In are inviting everyone to their annual showing of works that they have created. Be at the G3 Gallery in Kernville Saturday, July 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. for art and refreshments.

■ Upper River Clean Up July 27 and 28 Keepers of the Kern invite you to join them as

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.

■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.

■ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (3rd Fri.) Valley Caregiver Resource Center caregiver support at CCS, 2731 Nugget Ave. Lake Isabella. 661-821-1626.

Saturdays

■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights.

■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.

■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7 p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

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

Sundays

■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome.

2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877.

■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846.

Mondays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-583.

■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella.

■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043.

■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629.

■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV 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. Dark July/August.

Tuesdays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group.

760-379-1129.

■ 10 a.m. - noon; 1p.m.- 3 p.m. Kern County Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella.

■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189.

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-760-3795552.

■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272.

■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Wednesdays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

they get out and about to help make a difference. Meet at Headquarters Campground parking area above Riverkern just north of Kernville at 7 a.m. each day. Excess trash and waste continue to be a problem; however, it is improving over last year. It only takes a couple of hours on clean up days, so take a break from your normal schedule and join Keepers of the Kern. For further information, questions or to RSVP, call 760-376-2963, 360-3248178 email: keepersofthekern@gmail.com and you can visit them on Facebook.

■ Commodities distribution New day, July 27 Government food commodities will be distributed on a new day and time to those who qualify, Monday, July 27 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mountain Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution is from 10 a.m. to noon.

■ Mix it up in Kernville July 27 The July Kernville Chamber member spotlight is on El Rio, 11 Kern River Rd. in Kernville.

Meet there at 5 p.m. to meet the crew and have some refreshments. Call 760-376-2629 for more information.

■ Houchin Blood Drive July 28 The KRV blood drive will take place at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, from noon to ■ 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.

■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa.

760-376-3138.

■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.

■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion Riders Post 711 VFW, Senior Center Lake Isabella. Dark July/August.

■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band.

■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts.. 760-417-0199 or 760-379-7312 ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-9114.

Thursdays

■ 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. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome.

■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.

AA Meetings

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

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.

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

6 p.m. on Tuesday July 28. When donating, please bring picture ID with date of birth, be free from all cold, flu, cold sores or symptoms of infection and eat a meal at least 3 hours prior to donating. Remember to wait one year after tattoos and piercings, be at least 16 years old and weigh at least 110 lbs.

■ Keyesville South Clean Up July 30 Meet up with Keepers and BLM at the Keyesville South Rec. area by the dumpster, south of the bridge on Hwy. 155 at 7 a.m. It only takes a couple of hours on clean up days, so take a break from your normal schedule and join Keepers of the Kern. For further information, questions or to RSVP, call 760376-2963, 360-324-8178 email: keepersofthekern@gmail.com and you can visit them on Facebook.

■ Musical Adventure with Mr. Jerry July 30 Open to all ages at the Lake Isabella branch library at 5 p.m. Keep up with all the programs, events and news concerning our local libraries by calling the KRV Branch at 760549-2083 or logging onto the library's Facebook page or the website kerncountylibrary.org. Thank you for supporting our local libraries.

■ Amateur Magician Day July 31 Bring your favorite trick and wow the audience at the Lake Isabella branch library.

RSVP required if you are going to show your trick, otherwise just come and enjoy the show! Open to all ages Friday, July 31 at 2 p.m. Keep up with all the programs, events and news concerning our local libraries by calling the KRV Branch at 760-549-2083 or logging onto the library's Facebook page or the website kerncountylibrary.org. Thank you for supporting our local libraries.

■ Ice Cream Social and Auction August 1 Don't miss the all you can eat ice cream social and auction at 6 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. Get a half-price presale ticket at Nelda's, Cheryl's, Mesa Chiropractic or from any Sweet Adeline member. Only $10 at the door. For more information, call 760-3767108 or go online to kernvalleychorus.org.

■ Lantern tour August 1 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.? This and many other questions will be addressed during the live investigation and guided tour. Space is limited and advance tickets for the events are available by credit card at 760-379-5146 prior to event. They will also be on sale at 7:30 pm the night of the event (cash only).

■ Community prayer breakfast August 6 The Salvation Army invites the community to join them in prayer for our community, the state and our nation at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. All members of the Kern River Valley community are welcome to come and join them in prayer. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress.

Breakfast is optional. For more information call The Salvation Army at 760-379-4600.

■ Art opening August 7 Ryuu Leigh Pasamanick is having her first art showing at the Kernville Museum, 49 Big Blue Rd. August 7 through the 29. Don't miss the opening Friday Aug 7 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

■ River Rhythms August 7 The Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation's park concerts series starts tonight. Stonefly will entertain with Reggae/Ska/Dance music at 7 p.m. at Riverside Park. Bring a chair. For information and sponsorship opportunities, call Charlie Busch at Kern River Radio, 760-3764500, or email him at Charlie@KernRiverRadio .com ■ Be bear aware August 11 Bear hunting is almost non-existent due to a

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Now and then Rod Middleworth Courier Columnist

Editorial clarification: The Kern River Courier front page July 17 story “The Mother Lode Comeback kids” stated in error that Dodd opened the first Mother Lode, having purchased the Westerner from its owners and changed the name. The story should have read that Dodd purchased The Mother Lode name and opened in The Westerner former business location. The Courier regrets any confusion or misunderstanding the error may have caused.

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Keepers of the Kern thanks many Dear Editor: Keepers of the Kern would like to thank so many of the Kern River Valley's generous, caring folks.

Last Tuesday during our regular weekly upper river clean up, we came upon a family in desperate need of a hand up. Their car had broken down at Brush Creek and they were running out of food and water. The couple has two young children and the mom is five months pregnant and their financial situation wasn't much better than their broken down car.

We left a case of bottled water for them and some snacks we had for our volunteers before leaving. One of our volunteers returned in a short while with more water and a meal for each one of them from Sierra Gateway Market.

Within 20 minutes of putting this information on KRV Information Facebook page, there was a mechanic on the way to check out the vehicle, arrangements for temporary shelter, offers to help with having the car towed, stored or repaired, offers of camping supplies, donations of clothes for the children, more water, ice and plenty of food to get them through for a few days. They were humbled and grateful to know there were so many folks who cared and wanted to help out.

By the next day, the car had been towed into town, they had a place to stay and arrangements were being made for them to be able to get to Ridgecrest, which was their destination in the first place after being on the road for some time visiting family up north. Neither of the adults was able to contact friends or family that would assist them.

The most wonderful thing about this entire situation is that no one who offered help and assistance asked any questions, did any judging or made any assumptions of their stroke of bad luck. Everyone just opened their hearts and arms to help in any way possible.

Thank you Kern River Valley, you ROCK. Barbara Hinkey Keepers of the Kern

Announcements

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Landscaping trees still available The Kern River Community of Wofford Heights still has about 40 Eastern Redbud trees available for sale for $25 for 15 gallon trees and $20 for five gallon trees. Proceeds go to bring back Early California Days in Wofford Heights Park and other community improvement projects. Call Darlene Studdard at 760-793-1993 to purchase a tree.

Outside In Gallery Showcase at G3 The artists of Outside In are inviting everyone to their annual showing of works that they have created at the G3 Gallery July 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. for Art and refreshments.

For some time, the Kern River Valley Art Association has been an advocate for developmentally challenged adults. The Outside In group is an oasis for creativity and for some it is the most precious endeavor.

Outside In meets for two 10 week sessions in the Spring and Fall. Any artist who is physically or mentally challenged may apply. We are currently seeking funding to continue our Art classes. For information contact Melody Lindley at 760-378-3504.

Scams that target seniors On July 29 at the Richard Prado East Bakersfield Senior Center, please join Aging and Adult Services, Adult Protective Services Division, as they address the various scams targeting our seniors. This is the first event to provide education to the public on this topic. Additional workshops will be scheduled throughout Kern County in the coming months.

Michelle Brown, an Adult Protective Services Worker, will be educating the public on Grandparent, IRS Tax, Contractor, and Identity Theft scams. The event is free and open to anyone who wants to learn more about how to protect themselves and those they care about. The event takes place at 10:30 a.m. The Center is located at 2101 Ridge Road. Bakersfield.

For more information please contact 661-868-1000.

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As my wife and I often do, last week we visited a couple of new car agencies to see what the latest Belchfire 6 or 8's look like and what new gizmos they Middleworth might have.

As we looked at the new cars, it became apparent, really apparent, that things have changed in automobiles.

What I'm going to give you in the next few lines are what was available when I was a lot younger than I am today and what those cars had to offer or not offer.

For instance, spark plugs in cars of the 40's and 50's lasted 5,000 miles, unlike the 30 or 40 thousand that they last today.

During World War II, if we needed new tires, we retreaded the old ones. Retread is done using your old carcass placing a slab of rubber around the perimeter, sticking it in a hot oven which creates new tread fastened by heat to the tire.

In those days if you wanted a heater, it cost extra and there was no such thing as air conditioning or seat belts. Autos came with no radio. These were an aftermarket item and Pep Boys did a resounding business filling the hole in the dashboard where a radio should go. Shock absorbers were good for a few thousand miles and then had to be replaced.

Shortly after World War II, when you could finally get new cars, they came without chrome bumpers, and instead had bumpers which were painted black. The paint on those new cars often peeled away in the first big rainstorms. Earl Scheib did a great business repainting cars.

In the early days, some of the new cars came with back doors which opened in the wind stream and could be whipped open, torn off the car as you and the door were deposited somewhere along the highway. We called these Suicide Doors and they were eventually banned by manufacturers.

Brakes only lasted 4 to 6 thousand miles and Pep Boys would be glad to replace those that wore out so fast.

The first windshields were made of just plain glass, which in an accident would shatter over the driver and passenger. These were replaced in later years with Safety Glass which cracked into a million pieces but stayed in place. Many seats were covered with Mohair cloth which had a peculiar odor if they ever got wet, consequently mail order seat covers by "Fingerhut" were sold by direct mail. These were plastic and in the hot Fresno sun would be unbearable to sit on and had an odor all their own.

The moral of this week's column, as we look at older vehicles is, God Bless Pep Boys, Manny, Mo and Jack. They filled a need!

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

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Barbara Levro was born February 19, 1940 in Whitehall Illinois. Sadly, she passed unexpectedly July 13, 2015.

Barbara is well known in this valley for her employment with the James Store in Kernville and for the last ten years, the Drug Store in Kernville.

Barbara was preceded in death by her sister, Nora Louise Gill. She is survived by her life partner, John Hagey, Sr. with whom she lived in Kernville for twenty plus years, her brother Terry Carmean of Godfrey, Illinois, her two daughters, Vicky McDonald of Roxanna, Illinois, and Linda Steinberg, of Wofford Heights, and her four grandchildren Dena Kidder, Lindsey Dankenbring Badalato and Christopher Peeks, and four great grandchildren, Nathan Goldstein, Dylan Goldstein, Jordan Kidder and Annabelle Badalato.

There will be services for friends and family to celebrate Barbara's life at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights on August 29 at 1 p.m.

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As the story goes, according to Pastor Ken Klaus in a recent Lutheran Hour Ministries daily devotion, a lady died and walked up to the pearly gate of heav- Schlensker en. St. Peter was there, of course, to screen admittance.

As the lady approached the gate, seeing the wonderful surroundings and activities inside, she asked what she had to do to get in. St. Peter answered, "To get in, you must spell a word correctly. That word is love."

After a quick sigh of relief, the woman spelled, "l-o-v-e." "That's right!" St. Peter proclaimed, "Welcome!"

Sometime later, because St. Peter had to attend a meeting, having been trained as a assistant, that same lady was serving at the gate, overseeing the admittance procedures. To her surprise, up walks the man to whom she'd been married back on earth, who was far less than an upstanding citizen or husband. When he got to the gate, he recognized her and said, "How have you been." She told him her experience had been heavenly, and she asked him how things had been going for him. He said that he'd fallen in love with the young nurse, who had been caring for her in her last days on earth and they had gotten married. He'd also won the state lottery and received $75M, which had

allowed them to move out of that old house, move into a new one and travel the world together.

Then he asked, "How do I get in here?" The woman answered, "To get in, all you have to do is spell one word. That word is …

Czechoslovakia."

Now this story is not to show how to get into heaven, since admittance to heaven is based solely and alone on trusting Jesus and not on anything a person did or did not do on earth (Ephesians 2:8-9). Nor will there be a test at the "pearly gate;" getting into heaven depends upon whether or not a person came to faith in Jesus before they died (Mark 16:16, Hebrews 9:27).

The point of this story is to help each of us to think about any peopleand there are no-doubt some-for whom, we believe, heaven is not; all of us probably know somebody we think should not get into heaven.

However, apart from the outright rejection of Jesus and His love, mercy and grace, the fact is that there is no sin anyone can do, which is so great that it cannot be forgiven! No person is so vile, so contemptible, so belligerent, so despicable that they are beyond the reaches of God's love and forgiveness. The Bible says Jesus "died for all" (2 Corinthians 5:15), and that God wants "all to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth" (2 Timothy 2:4). That's what God wants! What we want should be the same.

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

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1. Is the book of Zechariah in the Old or New Testament or neither?

2. From Numbers 21:6, what repulsive creatures bit the Israelites in the wilderness? Scorpions, Fiery serpents, Vipers, Ravens 3. Before the Tower of Babel, how many languages were in the world? 1, 2, 3, 4 4. From Matthew 7:7, Jesus said that we should seek, knock and ... ? Adorn, Ask, Try, Inspire 5. What book's last verse is, "Remember me, O my God, for good"? Genesis, Matthew, Nehemiah, Hebrews 6. How old was Adam when he died? 930, 130, 430, 930

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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 North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 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.

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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

Southlake/Weldon

■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Faith Community South Campus 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday morning 9 a.m., 760-376-6719 ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m.

760-378-2321 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964.

To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).

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Be sure to observe rules at State Ecological Reserves Janice Mackey, CDFW Courier Outdoors Visitors to state ecological reserves should be aware of the property rules and report illegal activities to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

The primary purpose of ecological reserves is to protect sensitive species and habitats. Many properties contain unique native plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. Users must stay in designated areas, observe usage rules posted at each site and respect the property.

Activities will vary from property to property and it is the visitor's responsibility to know what is permissible. Those who witness vandalism such as vegetation removal, dumping of trash and other questionable activities that are detrimental to the habitat can anonymously report it to 888-334-CalTIP (2258).

"Many wildlife areas or ecological reserves not only provide public enjoyment and education regarding natural resources, but also protect habitat for a variety of threatened and endangered plant and wildlife species," said CDFW Senior Environmental Scientist Julie Horenstein. "In many cases, unique reserve habitats support rare species. We owe it to future generations to protect these properties."

According to state law

(California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 630), CDFW is obligated to protect and maintain designated ecological reserves, which includes enforcing the rules.

Failure to comply could result in a $1,000 fine and up to a year in jail.

Reserves open to the public have hours from sunrise to sunset.

On all state properties, it is illegal to feed wildlife, operate motorized vehicles outside of designated areas, disturb bird nests, release any fish or animal, start any fire or light fireworks or other explosive or incendiary devices, disturb habitat, alter the landscape or remove vegetation. Starting July 1, 2015, nonlead ammunition is required on all CDFW lands where regulated hunting is allowed.

Additional information on the use of ecological reserves is included in the booklet titled, Waterfowl, Upland Game and Department Lands Public Use. See page 68 for a complete description.

Lastly, when visiting California's ecological reserves, remember to pack out what you pack in and leave behind the treasures you find for others to discover. This will ensure the ecological reserves will continue to protect sensitive species and habitats and be there for future generations to enjoy.

For more information on CDFW's ecological reserves, visit wildlife.ca.gov/lands/places-tovisit.

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

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

Recreation information

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

7046 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-549-2100

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

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Sheriff/CHP Substation

■ 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

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

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Mountain Fun and Adventure Matt Freeman Courier Columnist With a centralized location like the Kern River Valley there is so much to do in a short distance in the outdoors, it's Freeman hard to decide!

So here is a suggestion. It’s a trip my mom and dad used to take us kids on when we were little. It's a fun day trip or an overnight and it's close.

To the south of the Kern River Valley is the Piute Mountain Range, a mix of beautiful high country, desert sage and National Forest that have kind of a different "feel" so to speak than the other local mountains because they tend to be drier first of all and they have other species of trees not common in the rest of the area. There is a lot of Pinion Pine up in the Piute Mountains as well as Sugar Pine and a lot less Cedar and Fir than the mountains to the north. The Piute Mountains are part of the range that forms the southernmost Sierra Nevada which terminate when they meet the Coast Range just south of Kern County. There is also a small "town" in the central Piute’s, basically just a collection of cabins and private land with meadows, called Claraville. Nice place and it's locally famous for a Bigfoot Sighting that happened in 2002. Kind of interesting, right?

So if you want to get to Claraville, there are two simple access points. We like to take the Bodfish access on the Bodfish Caliente Road, which is at the top of Hooper Hill to the right just as you descend into Walker Basin.

It's dirt access but the road is usually pretty passable though I recommend 4x4 for sure just in case. It is called Piute Mountain Road and also Saddle Springs Road or Forest Service Road 27S02. It will take you directly to Claraville and other surrounding areas that are really fun to explore. The other access point is in Weldon. Simply take Kelso Creek road to where Piute Mountain road meets it. You will know; there is signage and the road will turn to dirt. Then up you go, it's steep but passable and all dirt so make sure you have some extra supplies, have a 4x4 or dirt bike, that's the best way of travel.

It's an easy day’s drive you can access from the Weldon side, explore the summit and then exit at Hooper Hill in Bodfish or you exit in Caliente by the Kern County Fire Station. You can also plan the same trip in reverse. It's beautiful country and who knows, you may just see a Sasquatch. If you do, I want photos, real ones!

Matt Freeman is a local resident, businessman and outdoorsman and can be reached at cooltuna12@yahoo.com or 760-223-0880.

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Calendar, Continued from page 2 change in the hunting laws and they are not good to eat, so the bear population will be a growing problem. Thus the LIBPOA will host the one hour CDFW presentation at their next general meeting on Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760-379-5552.

■ River Rhythms August 14 The Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation's park concerts series continues tonight.

Hear the Jazz sounds of the Happiness Jazz Band with Bobby Pierce at 7 p.m. at Riverside Park. Bring a chair.

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For information and sponsorship opportunities, call Charlie Busch at Kern River Radio, 760-376-4500, or email him at Charlie@KernRiverRadio .com ■ KRVFSC Meeting August 20 On Thursday, Aug. 20, 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 the meeting will be posted to krvfiresafecouncil.org.

■ River Rhythms August 21 The Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation's park concerts

series continues tonight. The Kern Valley favorite, Out of the Blue will perform in their Americana style at 7 p.m. at Riverside Park. For information and sponsorship opportunities, call Charlie Busch at Kern River Radio, 760-3764500, or email him at Charlie@KernRiverRadio .com Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received on Tuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is any cost, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened. Submitted items deemed general business advertising will not be accepted.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “A Little Chaos” (R) -- In the opulent gardens of King Louis XIVÕs palace at Versailles, there works a surprisingly modern touch. Sabine (Kate Winslet) is a single garden designer who lost her only child. She’s completely out of place in the elegant palace full of powdered pandering aristocrats. As a commoner, her romance with her superior is totally forbidden, but in a time of symmetrical and formal design, Sabine believes in employing a little chaos in her landscapes. It’s not the historical/fictional romance to win over new fans, but Alan Rickman as the Sun King monarch is very fun to watch.

“Far From the Madding Crowd” (PG-13) -- Bathesheba Everdene (Carey Mulligan) has a rare opportunity for women of her time -she has enough wealth that she doesn’t have to marry for business reasons. She can pick any man she wants, which isn’t as easy as it sounds. She’s got three very different men on the line, but for each one, are complexities to the relationship.

An adaptation of a romantic and melodramatic English novel hardly seems like the place to look for takes on contemporary love, but in the hands of director Thomas Vinterberg, the country comes to life and the lovequadrangle stays engaging. Carey Mulligan once again shows “The Salvation” (R) -- Jon (Mads Mikkelsen, TV’s ‘Hannibal’), a Danish

veteran, takes his family to the Wild West to make a new start, but their bright future is robbed by a pair of drunk dirtbags who murder his wife and son. Jon gets revenge on the brutes, but raises the ire of the local boss (Jeffrey Dean Morgan). Jon is hunted by outlaws and commoners alike, but refuses to back down to the evils of the frontier.

This is a hard-nosed Western shoot-em-up with a strong connection to its Spaghetti Western roots.

“True Story” (R) -- Mike Finkel (Jonah Hill) was a disgraced journalist who needed to get his career and credibility back. He found a strange opportunity in the form of a murderer, Christian Longo (James Franco), who was using FinkelÕs identity after he killed his own wife and children.

When Longo is captured and imprisoned, Finkel comes to visit him and pick his brain. The inmate is all too willing to talk, and a lot of these conversations ensue. Unfortunately, both characters are so boring they blow away like dry dirt, along with any hope of a chilling story. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Old time ‘flavorites’ Mix all ingredients and make into loaf. Cover with can of tomato soup, then sprinkle brown sugar over top of soup. Bake for 2 hours at 350 degrees in pan of water.

Bodfish Bob’s Old Time Sweet Potato Pie 3 c. cooked mashed sweet potatoes (if canned, drain well) 1/2 c. butter 2 c. sugar 1 tbsp. Vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. salt

Bodfish Bob Bodfish Bob’s Old Time Salmon Loaf 2 cups cooked salmon 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1 cup grated breadcrumbs 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 beaten eggs 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoonful onion juice Mix thoroughly. Bake in greased dish 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

Bodfish Bob’s Old Time Ham Loaf 1 1/2 lb. center cut fresh pork, ground 1 1/2 lb. very lean smoked ham, ground 11 soda crackers, soaked in 1 cup milk 3 eggs 1 can tomato soup

Combine all ingredients together.

Whip until smooth. Pour into cooked pie shell. Cover top with chopped pecans or walnuts. Good served warm or cold.

Bodfish Bob’s Old Time Corn Cob Jelly 12 ears Corn Cobs Stripped Of Corn 4 cups Water 1 box Pectin 4 cups Sugar Strip 12 raw corn cobs, add 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil. Boil 10 minutes then strain through cloth for 3 cups of liquid. Add water if needed for the total. In a fruit pan, add 1 box of pectin and bring to a rolling boil. Add 4 cups of sugar (all at once) and bring to a boil once again. Food coloring may be added.

Strain, put into jars and seal.

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VA Loans ucts for buyers. They are one of the only lenders that will finance manufactured homes with nothing down. VA also Over the next has low and no down payment few columns I programs for regular stick built will be touching housing and the interest rates on the availabiliare great, typically below the ty of loan prodmarket average. ucts locally for Right now the Cal-Vet loan many types of Freeman programs sit at around 4.5% buyers. Be it interest for a 30 year home loan first time, vacadepending on the buyer’s credit tion home, investment, or anyand income qualifications and thing in between, we will feathe type of housing. VA loans ture loan products that are out also have there that can So if you are current or very competihelp a buyer former military and in the need tive rates and purchase a of housing, take advantage of terms for property. the fact that you served. both actively One of my serving and favorites is an - Freeman retired as excellent loan well as speproduct out cial programs for disabled vetthere for folks in need of erans. financing with little or even no So if you are current or formoney down - a VA Loan. mer military and in the need of VA stands for Veterans housing, take advantage of the Administration. Basically it is a fact that you served. You made federally subsidized mortgage the sacrifices of your time and product that is only available to body to serve your country, the current and former military least you deserve is a good personnel. There are several interest rate and a government different forms of VA loans subdized loan for your home depending on which state you purchase and the Kern River reside and exactly what type of Valley is a great place to buy property you are purchasing. In very affordable housing.

California, we have VA as well as Cal-Vet loans for those that Matt Freeman is a realtor with have served in California based Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 military units and currently or 760-223-0880. His column is not intendreside in California. ed to replace legal advice.

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Announcements, Continued from page 3 Walker House secrets revealed Overlooking the Kern River and the town of Kernville sits the house that Ardis and Gayle Walker built and lived in for over 37 years. In 1989 the Walkers bequeathed the contents of the house to the Kern River Valley Historical Society. The museum in Kernville has been responsible for the safe keeping of a most remarkable collection of literature, artwork and pieces of local history. Charles Topping has been the curator at "The Walker House" for over seven years. During this time he has explored every shelf and cupboard. Charles will be sharing his insight to this fascinating collection of local folklore. The story of the Walker family is compelling by its own right.

Add a unique structure to a unique family and you have a most interesting program for sure. The KRV Historical Society meeting will be July 28 at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. This program is open to everyone. Refreshments will also be served. Contact the museum for more information at 760-376-6683.

It's happening at the library The Kern River Valley Branch Library in Lake Isabella continues to invite children and adults of all ages to join the Summer Reading Challenge and help California libraries reach one million readers this summer. Children up to age 18 just need to read 10 books to receive a free book and other great prizes. Adults just need to read 5 books to be eligible to win great prizes such as a $25 gift card to Vons. Deadline to enter and win prizes is July 31. To help encourage a love for reading, the library continues to offer a range of free activities to beat summer boredom and the heat!

■ Stone Soup Story Theatre: Open to all ages July 24 at 3 p.m.

■ Musical Adventure with Mr. Jerry: Open to all ages July 30 at 5 p.m.

■ Surprise Teen Event: Open to teens grades 6 through 12 July 30 at 3 p.m.

■ Amateur Magician Day: Bring your favorite trick and wow the audience. RSVP required if you are going to show your trick, otherwise just come and enjoy the show!

Open to all ages Friday, July 31 at 2 p.m.

Keep up with all the programs, events and news concerning our local libraries by calling the KRV Branch at 760-549-2083 or logging onto the library's Facebook page or the website kerncountylibrary.org. Thank you for supporting our local libraries.

Kern Learn pilot program announced The Kern High School District is pleased to announce Kern Learn, a new pilot program for the 2015-2016 school year, is now enrolling. Kern Learn is a blended learning model that combines online learning and face-to-face education. Kern Learn utilizes an internet-based learning management system as a digital classroom environment to teach courses for KHSD credit, taught by highly qualified staff. The use of digital curriculum also enables flexible scheduling options for students. Students may now enroll as a full-time online, for classes that begin on August 19th, 2015.

To enroll, contact the Assistant Principal at your school site, or Bryan Campoy at the Kern High School District Office. For more information on the program, visit: kernlearn.kernhigh.org, or contact Lisa Krch, Public Information and Communications Manager at the district at 827-3172, or lisa_krch@kernhigh.org.

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Tele-Medicine Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Here I was, on vacation and feeling lousy. I am out of state, call my doctor and leave a voice mail. Days go by. I am treating myself with over-the count- Thal er cold/flu remedies.

A prescription or two of something stronger would have been nice.

As I was in a cabin without internet or cell service, communication was restricted to my driving to town, a half hour drive, to communicate.

I never did hear from my doctor!

What I should have done was called a tele-medicine physician. Tele-medicine is a new access point for primary care. Licensed primary care and emergency physicians are available 24/7 online to assist members and their families with medical issues without the need to go to the emergency room during hours when their doctor's office is closed. The service is also available when you are traveling anywhere in the country. In many situations, the online doctor may write and get filled prescriptions.

So, this morning I went to https://www.livehealthonline.com and registered. I'm feeling better now, but I want to be prepared for the next occasion when I need a physician. Often getting an appointment the same day as you come down with symptoms is near impos-

sible, so this will provide me with another option.

The cost of the program is free to Blue Cross of California members who have either group insurance or individual (Obamacare) plans. Many policies will count this as the same as an office visit and if your plan covers office visits, it may pay the $49.00 charge.

As I am personally on Medicare, I have not yet determined how the billing will be handled. But for the convenience of $49.00 and near immediate attention, it is worth it.

How the plan works: First you enroll on the plan's website. There is no cost. Then you create a password, download an app to your device, and I went the next step and added my primary care doctor information so any records with the telemedicine doctor will be shared and sent to my primary care physician to keep my records straight.

I also put my pharmacy information, The Drugstore in Kernville, into the database, so if a prescription is ever needed, the tele-medicine physician will have that available to prescribe.

For people without Anthem Blue Cross, there is also tele-medicine available for as little as $19.95 per month, and this plan has no co-pay for the appointment with the doctor.

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.

An estimated 1.6 million California residents will learn that they have cancer this year.

The American Cancer Society provides transportation to and from treatment facilities to help people with cancer receive the critical care they need; however, getting to their scheduled treatment may be a challenge.

The free program provides patients rides to and from their cancer treatment. To ensure that all patients have transportation when they need it, the Society is looking for volunteer drivers in rural areas. Road To Recovery volunteers arrange their own schedules, volunteering as little as one afternoon a month and others driving patients as often as twice a week, For information about the Road To Recovery program and other Society programs and services, call 1-800-227-2345, or visit cancer.org.

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By Chris Richcreek 1. When was the last time before 2014 that the Baltimore Orioles won the A.L. East?

2. Who was the last Oakland A's player to have 100-plus RBIs in a season?

3. In the 2014 Super Bowl, Seattle's Malcolm Smith became the third linebacker to be named MVP of a Super Bowl. Who were the other two?

4. Who was the last No. 7 seed before UConn in 2014 to reach the Final Four in men's basketball?

5. In the 2014-15 season, Washington's Alex Ovechkin became the sixth player in NHL history to have six seasons of 50-plus goals. Who are the others?

6. At the 2014 Winter Olympics, Ted Ligety became the fifth American male with two or more Olympic Alpine skiing medals. Name three of the other four.

7. Who was the last repeat captain of the U.S. Ryder Cup squad before Tom Watson (1993, 2014)?

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Don't gnash those pearly whites because you might have to delay your plans. This could give the Lucky Lamb a better perspective of what's been done, and what still needs doing.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Scoring financial bull's-eyes is easy for the focused Bovine who knows the ins and outs of the marketplace. But even with your success record, caution is still the watchword.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Watch that tendency to over-romanticize a situation that should be given closer scrutiny. Better to be suspicious now and ask for an explanation, or face a sad surprise later.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Bruised self-confidence can make things difficult unless you accept the fact that you have what it takes. Ignore the critics and concentrate on believing in yourself. Good luck.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Congratulations on what you've accomplished. But this is no time to curl up for some serious catnapping. Your rivals are probably already working on plans to overtake your lead.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your adventurous side wants to play a more dominant role this week, and you might want to oblige. Try to arrange for some getaway time with that special person.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Taking log-

ical approaches to pesky workplace issues can help resolve even long-standing problems. A shift in policy might catch you by surprise. Be alert to signs of change.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your kindness and compassion are exactly what are needed in dealing with an awkward situation in the early part of the week. Share the weekend fun with family and friends.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Keeping your focus straight and true is a good way of getting your points across. Save any variations for a later time. The musical arts are important this weekend.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Reject advice to cut corners in reaching your goal.

Better to take a little more time to do the job as you promised. You'll gain new respect for your honesty and integrity.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Don't allow a troublesome situation to grow so big that it will be increasingly difficult to deal with. The sooner you speak up, the sooner everyone will be able to benefit.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Confronting someone who is making a lot of mistakes could be the kindest thing you can do both for that person and for anyone who could be adversely affected by the errors.

1. It was 1997. 2. Frank Thomas had 114 RBIs in 2006. 3. Dallas' Chuck Howley (1971) and Baltimore's Ray Lewis (2001). 4. Virginia, in 1984. 5. Wayne Gretzky, Mike Bossy, Mario Lemieux, Marcel Dionne and Guy Lafleur. 6. Bode Miller, Phil Mahre, Tommy Moe and Andrew Weibrecht. 7. Jack Nicklaus, 1983 and 1987.

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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.

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

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Mobile Homes For Sale

Shop the Kern River Valley

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 ____________________________

Erin Hanley Designer/Owner

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Florist Designs by Erin

I buy Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs Call Bert - (760) 964-2514 ____________________________ Lake Isabella -Nice 2bd/2ba MH on 14’x60’ lot, fenced yd, covered porch, large shed, many upgrades, must see! 2807 Erskine Creek Road, Sp #15, only $20,000.

760-223-6295 ____________________________ Kernville - 1bd/1ba dbl. wide MH in Senior Park - walking distance to town, ex. large living room, shaded yard, cov. porch, carport, storage shed, pellet stove, evap cooler, propane heat, $25,000, (808) 217-7925 or 909-851-4489

Full Service Florist Custom floral designs for every occasion Local & International Delivery

(760) 376-1409 (909) 851-4489 Mon. thru Sat., Sun. by Appointment 11006 Kernville Rd.#2 Kernville, CA 93238 www.designsbyerin.org

Lic#153908665

117 Williams St. Wofford Heights FT/PT/Evening care available

760-223-1146 Elizabeth Miller "CCCC" accepted

South Fork Transmission Oil Changes while you wait!

Brakes - Belts - Hoses Clutches, Differentials, Adjust - Exchange - Repair 5300 Lake Isabella Blvd.

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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 ___________________________

Help Wanted

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL!!!

"Maintenance Service" 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

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 ___________________________ JEWELRY REPAIR Sizing, Re-Tip, Prongs Free Quote - Fast Service 47 Years Experience Jewelry Mart 6101 Lake Isabella Boulevard Lake Isabella (760) 379-3631 ___________________________ Upholstery Repairs Clothing Alterations Bodfish (559) 936-1123 ___________________________ Firewood - Pine & Oak Also do weedeating, trash hauling, chimney sweeping, tree trimming & car towing.

Call Chris 760-417-1824 ___________________________ Manuf./Mobile Home Repair Demo-Releveling-Set up Quiet Floor-Marriage Line Skirting-Stairs-Ceilings Roofing-Glass-Screens All Aspects of Repair (760) 223-2056 - Robert

Homes Wanted CASH FOR YOUR HOME TODAY Honesty • Integrity • Confidential

Call Harvey Gronwald (760) 304-8554

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Spaces For Rent

FEED BARN GROOMING Dianne Storm Owner

2bd/1ba-Cute/clean. No pets or smokers. Save water-yard needs no water. $650. Must see inside! (760) 376-2436 ____________________________ 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 with 2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ Park. $722/mo.

Call (760) 964-2514 ____________________________ Kernville-Hi Ho Senior Mobile Home Park, 11901 Sierra Way, 2bd/2ba apt, $470/mo + deposit & utilities, no pets. 760-376-267 ____________________________ Wofford Heights - clean l/bd apt. close to everything. $400/ mo + deposit. (760) 223-1058 ____________________________ Wofford Hts. - 1bd/1ba + 1 convertible room, private rd, deck, lg. fncd yd, 2 garages, pets ok, inclds prop. tank, pellet stove & holder, trsh pd. $600/mo + lst & last. (209) 245-3926

Wanted I buy Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs Call Bert - (760) 964-2514 ____________________________ Volunteer/Host for the Kern River Hatchery Fish & Wildlife Museum. - 3 hours a month Call (760) 223-5785 ____________________________ Homes for 9 - three mo. old Siamese looking kittens. Can deliver. (661) 867-9949

Dog Grooming • Boarding Kennel Pet Supplies 2100 Edith Street Lake Isabella, CA

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229 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 ___________________________ 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

Boat For Sale BASS TRACKER 17’ aluminum bass boat w/25hp, 4 stroke Mercury engine, trolling motor, depth finder. Ready to fish.

Many extras. (661) 917-2375

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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

Commercial for Rent Wofford Hts - Aprox. 500 sq ft office space in the Post Office Plaza with excellent exposure.

Ideal for a travel agency, real estate, ins. or accounting office. $450/mo. 760-376-2733 NEED PRAYER? CALL 760-417-6161 KRV PRAYER ROOM

St. Peters Anglican Church Everyone is invited to come join us Sunday at 10:00am 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville 760-376-6362 Tom Hunt, Pastor

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: AABLE STORAGE (2015B3897), 1400 Mahan Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555.

Mailing address: 1210 West Graaf Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555.

REGISTRANTS: George A. Bertrand, Jr., 1210 West Graaf Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 and Carolyn L. Bertrand, 1210 West Graaf Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 . Date the business commenced: 06/30/2005. Business is being conducted as Co-Partners. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Carolyn L. Bertrand.

This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 06/22/2015 and expires 06/22/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier July 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: EL ADOBE MEXICAN RESTAURANT (2015-B3960), 2620 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304.

Mailing address: 2620 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304. REGISTRANT: El Adobe Group Incorporated, 2620 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304.

Date the business commenced: 05/31/2010. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

Signed: Sergio A. Olivares.

This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 06/24/2015 and expires 06/24/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier July 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2015.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-08246-CA, A.P.N.: 419074-08-00, Property Address: 223 Perdew Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 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 04/12/2012. 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: Brad I. Archer, a Married Man as his Sole and Separate Property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 04/30/2012 as Instrument No. 000212057404 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California.

Date of Sale: 08/05/2015 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: $140,031.47. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 223 Perdew Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, A.P.N.: 419-074-08-00. 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 $140,031.47. 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/MortgageS ervices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2014-08246-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: June 19, 2015.

Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier July 10, 17 and 24, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-06785, A.P.N.: 388-50111-00, Property Address: 1114 White Tail Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306 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 11/3/2004.

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: Kyle J. Barnes and Jamie J. Barnes, Husband and Wife. Duly Appointed Trustee: Power Default Services, Inc. Recorded 11/12/2004 as Instrument No. 0204278400 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California.

Date of Sale: 08/10/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1114 White Tail Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306, A.P.N.: 388-501-11-00. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $138,795.24. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. 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 $138,795.24. 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/MortgageS ervices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices/Sales.aspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2014-06785.

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: June 22, 2015. Power Default Services, Inc., as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (855) 427-2204. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices/Sales.las px POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier July 10, 17 and 24, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-08064-CA, A.P.N.: 299021-11-00, Property Address: 21016 79th Street, California City, CA 93505 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 06/17/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Alexander T. Martin, a Single Man Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 06/28/2005 as Instrument No. 0205165905 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California.

Date of Sale: 08/07/2015 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: $127,631.88. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 21016 79th Street, California City, CA 93505, A.P.N.: 299-021-11-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $127,631.88. 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/MortgageS

ervices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2014-08064-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: June 23, 2015.

Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier July 10, 17 and 24, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-088224-CA, A.P.N.: 371342-11-00, Property Address: 4117 Maize Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313 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 11/21/2005. 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: Minnie M. Peeples, a Single Woman. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 11/29/2005 as Instrument No. 0205330667 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California.

Date of Sale: 08/07/2015 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: $293,505.50. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4117 Maize Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313, A.P.N.: 371-342-11-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $293,505.50. 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/DefaultManag ement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 201408822-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best

way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: June 23, 2015.

Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier July 10, 17 and 24, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-00357-CA, A.P.N.: 212220-24-00, Property Address: 21441 Keller Court, California City, CA 93505 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 01/01/2010.

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: Richard P. Baker and Rhonda Jane Baker, Husband and Wife. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 01/08/2010 as Instrument No. 0210002835 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California.

Date of Sale: 08/07/2015 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: $96,943.29. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 21441 Keller Court, California City, CA 93505, A.P.N.: 212-220-24-00. 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 $96,943.29. 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/MortgageS ervices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-00357-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: June 25, 2015.

Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606.

Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299.

http://www.altisource.com/MortgageS ervices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530.

WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier July 10, 17 and 24, 2015) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: SUPERSTARR SPORTS (2015-B3725), 10913 Twin Falls Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312.

Mailing address: 10913 Twin Falls Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Teddy Starr, 10913 Twin Falls Drive, 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: Teddy Starr. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 06/15/2015 and expires 06/15/2020.

Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: E. Del Villar. Published by the Kern River Courier July 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: GATEWAY HARDWARE (2015-B4044), 6259 Highway 178, Inyokern CA 93520. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1180, Inyokern, CA 93520.

REGISTRANT: Herb Rizzardini, 830 West Howell, Ridgecrest, CA 93555.

Date the business commenced: 04/15/1987. 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: Herb Rizzardini. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 06/30/2015 and expires 06/30/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier July 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2015.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2013-28943, A.P.N.: 026-51127-00, Property Address: 127 Clemson Street, Shafter, CA 93263 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 01/16/2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Bertha A. Pruneda and Benjamin Pruneda Jr., Wife and Husband as Joint Tenants.

Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 01/26/2007 as Instrument No. 0207020142 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California.

Date of Sale: 08/19/2015 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: $304,923.42. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN

BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 127 Clemson Street, Shafter, CA 93263, A.P.N.: 026-511-27-00. 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 $304,923.42. 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

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Center, Continued from page 1 the Heritage Foundation (March 2012) after over fifteen years of studies and planning and EIR studies had been completed.

Kern County fully supports the use of BPGP for the new center and the Bureau of Land Management is interested in becoming a partner. The Corp of Engineers and Forest Service are discussing the benefits of such a facility.

The BPGP is a win - win for our community but we need your help. We need your voice of support in the form of letters from businesses, community organizations and individuals that state the need for this project.

Please feel free to use the sample letter by adding your own information to

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the form. The petition and a support letter sample and other documentation can be obtained on both chamber websites: kernrivervalley.com or www.gotokernville.com. Businesses and organizations are asked to use their letterhead.

Support letters can be mailed to the addresses on the letter or brought or emailed to either chamber office and they will be mailed for you. However, please provide or email a copy to the chamber office at office@kernrivervalley.com so that the letters can also be presented at the September 14, (tentative date) recreational EIA community forum as well as provided to all of those cc'd on the letter. Please plan to attend that meeting in show of your support in person.

Petitions will also be circulated throughout the valley.

Kern River Courier Legal Notices Legals, Continued from page 11 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/DefaultMana gement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case:

2013-28943. 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: July 9, 2015.

Western Progressive Trustee, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606.

Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageS ervices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530.

WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier July 24, 31 and August 7, 2015) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: GARY FERGUSON PAINTING (2015-B4416), 47 Cedarwood Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address: 47 Cedarwood Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANT: Gary Wayne Ferguson, 47 Cedarwood Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93308. 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 busi-

ness name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

Signed: Gary Wayne Ferguson. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 07/17/2015 and expires 07/17/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier July 24, 31, August 7 and 14, 2015.

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