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Independence Day to last all weekend Michael Batelaan Courier FYI The weather conditions for the July 4th week in the Valley are looking hot! hot! hot! for river and lake recreation and also for joining in area events. ■ Free Fishing Day Saturday, July 5, has a special bonus -- it’s the first of two free fishing days in California. That means you can try your luck at angling without having to buy a fishing license. ■ Wofford Heights Block Party The Block Party, presented by the Kern River Community of Wofford Heights offers two days of family fun, games, food, vendors, art and craft exhibits, all along Wofford Blvd. It will provide the public with fun things to do while waiting for the fireworks display. ■ Nuui Cunni Center The Nuui Cunni Cultural Center will host its annual July 4th celebration on Saturday, July 5 from 4 p.m. Come on out for fun, food, demonstrations and entertainment. ■ Fireworks Show The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce fireworks show will be held over Isabella Lake from Engineer’s Point on Saturday, July 5 at about 9 p.m. ■ Museums Open Be sure to pay a visit to our local Kern Valley History Museum, Thursday through Sunday, for a look into the area’s Western heritage. Or learn about the raising of the Kern Rainbow Trout Saturday at the Kern River Fish Hacthery Museum and reopened grounds just north of Kernville. For more information, see the Courier calendar on page 2 and other related stories featured in this issue. people

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New Majority leader visits Kern Valley Michael Batelaan Courier Newsmaker 23rd District Congressman Kevin McCarthy visited the Kern River Valley on Saturday June 28, to deliver much overdue medals to local Korean veteran, Peter Pappas. "It was an honor to present Korean War veteran Peter Pappas with the medals he earned but never received including the Purple Heart today in Lake Isabella at a Kern County Honor Flight Potluck. Thank you Peter for your service to our country and thank you to all the volunteers with Kern County Honor Flight," said Congressman McCarthy. McCarthy, who was

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elected majority leader on June 19, is traveling throughout Kern County thanking his constituency. The visit last Saturday took place at the Lake Isabella Senior Center during the Honor Flight barbeque-potluck luncheon. McCarthy has been a strong supporter of the Honor Flight program. McCarthy was first elected in 2006. He previously worked as a field representative for nowretired Congressman Bill Thomas. McCarthy starts his new position as majority leader on August 1. A Bakersfield, native, the Congressman hosted thank you dinners in Bakersfield and in Ridgecrest this week. Well decorated Congressman Kevin McCarthy congratulates Peter Pappas. Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

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Cindy Thill, USFS Courier Advisory The Ranch Fire was reported at approximately 6:16 p.m., Monday, July 1, ¼ mile west of Red Mountain in the Greenhorn Mountains, in the Kern River Ranger District. As of Wednesday night, there was no access into the fire, due to location, slope, heavy fuels and safety issues. This caused the need for a strong utilization of air tankers and helicopters throughout the day. As of Wednesday night, 150 acres of USFS land were involved, with zero percent containment. The cause of the fire is under investigation. The South Central Sierra Interagency Incident Management Team (Cooper) will assume command of the fire on Thursday. 200+ personnel, hand crews, engines, patrols, dozers, water tenders and air support are presently working the fire.

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Summer in the mountains provides incredible outdoor experiences to create family memories. The Sequoia offers a diverse range of adventures to recreate, relax and reenergize from the distractions faced each day. So start enjoying your outdoor adventure now with family and friends in the Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument. M a n y opportunities are free. ■ Stay under the stars Pitch a tent, pull a trailer or drive a motor home. There are more than 50 campgrounds with a spot for you. Many accept reservations. Others are first-come, first-served with varied fees. ■ Plan a picnic Free picnic areas abound with tables, vault toilets and fire grates or rings. All picnic areas are on a first-come basis. Some do not have trash service, so pack out what you pack in. ■ Visit a Giant Sequoia grove The Giant Sequoia is the world’s largest tree and occurs naturally only in the Sierra Nevada. There are six of the 33 sequoia groves in the Giant Sequoia National Monument featured to explore which will provide a rich, and varied experience for your visit. ■ Whitewater and lake boating Normally a whitewater paradise, you can still find opportunities to play on Isabella Lake and the Kern River. Pick from a variety of short-run river trips by commercial rafting companies operating under special use permit. Or enjoy a boating trip on Isabella Lake. ■ Go Fishing Find a wide variety of fish stories. From the Kern River, to small creeks. The Kern offers excellent trout fishing. Outfitters are available for fly-fishing lessons. Anglers 16 years and

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■ Lantern Light Tour and Ghost Hunt July 4 Silver City Ghost Town will be hunting ghosts on Friday, July 4 from 8 to 10:30 p.m. at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd in Bodfish. The cost is $12 per person (all ages). Cash only at gate on the night of event or advance tickets by credit card. For questions or to purchase advance tickets contact 760-379-5146. Official website: facebook.com/silvercityghosttown; email is

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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760379-4112. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Rd.,760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

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■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7 p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 9:30 a.m. (1st Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Barbara,760-378-3672 or Geraldine, 559-359-8953. ■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. Pot Luck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-4179701 ■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discussion, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.

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■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, public. welcome. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise Cove Restaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112. ■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206. ■ 2 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Hoffmann Hospice 040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. ■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon, KRV Hospital cafeteria, Mt. Mesa. 760-417-0199 or 760-379-7312

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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District. Public invited. 760-376-2189.

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■ Free Fishing Day July 5 The California Department of Fish & Game offers two free fishing days each year. This year the dates are July 6 and Sept. 7. On these days, you can fish without a sport fishing license. All fishing regulations, bag and size limits, gear restrictions, report card requirements, fishing hours and clo-

■ Wofford Heights block party July 5 and 6 Join the Kern River Community of Wofford Heights and enjoy live music, food, friends, games and have some fun at the participating stops at 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days.

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella (760) 760-379-5552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Tue.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178 ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church, 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112

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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-3799921. ■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3795236. ■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle, Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-3138. ■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders VFW, 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts.. 760-417-0199 or 760-379-7312

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■ 6 a.m. - 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. ■ 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. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760-379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, Moose Lodge, 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, Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, NA book study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 p.m. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

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

■ Nuui Cunni 4th of July celebration July 5 The Nuui Cunni Cultural Center will host its annual July 4th celebration on Saturday, July 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come on out for fun, food, demonstrations and entertainment. You’re invited to bring a chair and stay until the end of the fireworks. Call 760-549-0800. ■ Lake Isabella fireworks spectacular July 5 Watch fireworks over the lake. July 5. 102.5 KCNQ will broadcast patriotic music to go with the fireworks show. We encourage those around the lake to turn on their radios for musical accompaniment that will go for main fireworks show. The music will stop so that we may enjoy the finale on its own. The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce has a longstanding tradition of hosting a fireworks show. You can call 760-379-5236 or email office@kernrivervalley.com. ■ Roaming Reptiles July 10 See real reptiles at the Kern River Valley branch library at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 10. Call 760-549-2083 for more information. ■ Kernville First Baptist Game Night July 11 Fourth anniversary celebration! Come join the fun and play board games, be in competitions, and win prizes at the First Baptist Church of Kernville Game Night, starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 11. Bring a snack to share and an appetite for play. Call John Cole for more information at 760-223-1036. ■ Special USDA Food Distribution July 12 Community Action Partnership of Kern will be distributing boxes of food due to California drought conditions on Saturday, July 12 from 9 to 11a.m. at the Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Contact Ken White at CAPK 661-336-5200 or email kwhite@capk.org. ■ Elks honor first responders July 12 The Kern River Valley Elks Lodge No. 2358 is having a barbecue to honor first responders and want the people of the Kern Valley to join in the festivities and express their gratitude. The barbecue will be at the Elks park, located behind the Lodge in Wofford Heights on Saturday July 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hamburgers $4, hot dogs $2 including a variety of salads. Call Bruce Simpson at 760-376-3962 for more information. ■ SPA Live theater July 12 On Saturday, July 12 at 4 p.m. come enjoy two one-act contemporary plays, at the Wofford Heights Reel Cinema Theater, presented by Sierra Performing Arts. ■ Free movie July 13 Come enjoy “Love's Abiding Joy,” a film by Michael Landon Jr., about a pioneer family whose faith and love are tested, on Sunday, July 13 at 3 p.m. at the Kernville United Methodist Church; corner of Big Blue and Sirretta Streets. ■ SPA Live theater July 13 On Sunday, July 13 at 7 p.m. come enjoy two one-act contemporary plays, at the Wofford Heights Reel Cinema Theater, presented by Sierra Performing Arts. ■ Supervisor announces office hours July 17 On Thursday, July 17 from 1 to 4 p.m., Supervisor Mick Gleason will be hosting office hours at the Kern River Valley Administrative Center, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. “This is a great opportunity for me to

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Welcome to the Valley’s independence holiday weekend. We are glad you have joined us for our midsummer red, white and blue celebration. The Batelaan Kern River Courier would like to welcome our out-of-town friends, and wish you the best during your July 4th celebration. Fireworks are set to rocket over Isabella Lake on Saturday, July 5 at about 9 p.m. At press time, donations for this year’s show were still needed. Be sure to give generously at one of the fireworks donation canisters located at businesses around the lake to show the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce just how much you appreciate their efforts to produce each year’s fireworks show The weather forecast is hot and sunny, so be sure to use your sunscreen! Our local merchants have fishing licenses and boat permits and all the rules. Don’t forget free fishing on Saturday, July 5, the first of two free fishing days set aside for everyone’s enjoyment. The Forest Service offices at the Lake and in Kernville can

supply you with the required fire permit and fire restrictions that may be in effect if you are camping. As a special treat overnight camping and day use fees have been temporarily waived at Auxiliary Dam, Old Isabella and South Fork Recreation areas from July 1 to October 1. Be safe! Don’t forget to use caution when around the river and lake. Remember to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) when you are in or near the water. The life you save may be your own or that of a family member. If you drink, do so responsibly and leave all the driving -- be it a vehicle or a boat -- to someone who has not been drinking. You can start your Sunday morning with breakfast at the VFW in Lake Isabella. Check our Calendar section for all the details. And please don’t litter. Be sure to pick up and desposit of all your trash properly before you leave. Be sure to leave the area your using cleaner than you found it for for the next visitor. But above all, have some fun! We wish you many happy returns to our beautiful Kern River Valley! Michael Batelaan is publisher of the Kern River Courier. He can be reached at office@kernrivercourier.com

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Keepers call for river clean up Calling all Keepers of the Kern Trash Warriors! We are looking for as many volunteers as possible to help with the “After 4th of July” clean up on the Upper Kern River on Monday, July 7 and Tuesday, July 8 at 8 a.m. We will meet you at the parking area across from Headquarters Campground just above Riverkern. Not knowing exactly what and how much “unsavory material” is going to be left behind by the thousands f visitors. We need to be prepared. We are urging everyone to come spend an hour or two on those two days. You can make a difference with just one bag of trash! Bring your neighbors, friends and anyone you can grab. For more information, call 760-376-2963, 360-324-8178 or email keepersofthekern@gmail.com

with was the clock in each room at grammar school. I was always fascinated by the minute hand and the way it jumped from minute to minute, I got to thinking instead of slowly moving between the other day about each of the minutes. If a class was borhow my life and ing the clocks would slow to a crawl others around me and time would practically stand still are affected by as I anxiously waited for recess. time. It wasn’t until my senior graduation My first experithat time again really touched my life. ence with time and As a graduation present I was given a its hold on our lives Bulova watch which I kept and wore was when I lived Middleworth for the next 15 years. When it finally with my Gramma gave up the ghost and quit running, it and Grandpa. As a had been with me in the Navy, on a youngster I would follow my destroyer, two years on a submarine Grandpa around helping him do the and for several things that he, years as I as a building worked for contractor had The scratches and wear on that old Pacific Bell. The to do. I rememwatch told a story that was a scratches and ber at testament... wear on that old lunchtime he watch told a would reach - Middleworth story that was a into his pocket testament to the and pull out a fine craftsmanship of the people who big old watch that opened like a clam made it. shell. Engraved inside was a locomoSince then I’ve had a plethora of tive, which he called his “railroad watches, most of them made by watch.” He’d say to me, “Well, it’s Timex. They were good for two or time for lunch!” three years and then they wore out I was always fascinated by that and I threw them away. My most watch and from time to time he recent purchase cost $13.97 and has a would let me hold it to my ear so I face almost two inches in diameter could hear the loud, “tick tock, tick with large numbers that I can easily tock.” read with my poor old worn out eyes. Sometimes I got to wind and set it. Anybody want to know what time He always wound it at the same time it is? every night and checked it with the “Richfield News” on the radio which Wofford Heights resident Rod came on exactly at 9 p.m. Middleworth is a retired security manager Another timepiece I was in contact for Pacific Bell.

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Wofford Heights Community celebrates The new Kern River Community of Wofford Heights is up and running. Find out more about what this organization is up to for your community. Come to the next general meeting on Tuesday, July 17 at New Life Assembly of God Church, 25 Arden Ave., Wofford Heights. Meeting begins promptly at 5:30 p.m. The first community event will be the Wofford Heights Independence Block Party, Saturday and Sunday, July 5-6. For more information about the KRCWH organization contact Mike Ludiker at 760-376-2177 or email him at webmaster@kernvalley.com

Sierra Performing Arts live theater Coming Saturday, July 12 at 4 p.m. and Sunday, July 13 at 7 p.m. are two one-act contemporary plays, being performed at the Wofford Heights Reel Cinema Theater. “The Therapist,” depicts a no-nonsense graduate of the Tabasco Volcano Academy of Assertiveness Training counseling her clients, and “It’s Never Too Late,” in which a positive medical report changes a professional man’s life. Featuring Cinamon Park, Helen Smoot, Linda Forrand, Frances Leibert, Frank Leibert, Dan Christenson, Katie Olivares, Lydon Olivares and Mary Hanawalt. Directed by Gary Geivet and Mark

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Mountain Mesa Church of Christ to host VBS The Mountain Mesa Church of Christ will host a Vacation Bible School beginning Tuesday, July 8, and going through Friday, July 11. It will begin each evening at 6 p.m. and conclude by 8:30 p.m. The theme this year is “The People of God on their journey to the Promised Land.” The VBS is for pre-school through adults. Bible study, crafts and snacks are included. There is no charge. All are welcome. For more information contact the church at 760-379-4792 or Jerry Strealy, minister, 661-361-5398.

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Message of faith

Still be still Jack Duitsman Courier Columnist

Abraham described as the "Father of the faithful," and what a coincidence that in running a timeline against his Be still in the life, some twenty five years would presence of the pass between the initial promise of an LORD, and wait heir coming to he and Sarah, and the patiently for him to subsequent birth of Isaac the son of act. - Psalm 37:7 promise. This indeed sheds a different light on the 7th verse of Psalm The challenge in noted above, for who among us when waiting on God is Duitsman reading such words would ever conat least twofold: 1) sider the wait might entail the passing He remains infiniteof twenty five years? Yet consider the ly resourceful, so example left behind from not only we never quite know how He will Abraham who's example of faith work His purpose in our life; and 2) allows him to serve as a father figure He is invisible to the human eye, so to us who have we are never come after, but quite sure He is also the better doing anything He remains infinitely resourceful, example of our at all. so we never quite know how He will Heavenly Father Otherwise, work His purpose in our life. Who has waiting patientendured an ly for the Lord - Duitsman even longer to act is a snap! wait in order to Here's the bring many children to an eternity of thing: Without waiting, it is impossible to learn faith. Seriously. The very glory. For all that we see in this present age that is heartbreaking to us, implausibility of that last statement is imagine the Father's heart that sees all enough to make us cringe, for faith of humanity in our broken forms, and (trust) in the goodness and grace of faithfully waits in order to continue the Father's heart toward us is the very essence of what this life is meant the plan of salvation for all. As trying as the waiting may be, to teach. If waiting is critical to this our lives become declarations of triprocess, and the Father is committed umph in the power of God to act on to teaching us this principle, then we behalf of those who are willing to can expect to be encouraged again wait. and again to wait patiently for the working of the Lord in our lives. Jack Duitsman pastors Father’s Heart Romans chapter 4 is where we find Foursquare Church in Kernville.

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Valley places of worship Kernville

■ Father’s Heart Foursquare Church 11000 Kernville Rd., (Old Centry 21 building) Kernville. Sunday 9:30 a.m. 760-223-6704 ■ First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m., Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m

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

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■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. School 9:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. Wed. and Thur. 5:30 p.m. 760-417-0793 ■ 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 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 am - 1 pm. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760379-5100. ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. Mountain Mesa ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 2 and 3 p.m. 760-549-3186

Southlake/Weldon

■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ He Cares Fellowship 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 760-379-6935 ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 760-378-4964

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

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Recreation information U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646 Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.

General infomation Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella (across from Senior Center) Local: 760-379-5236 Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads) Local: 760-376-2629 Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE

Fish the red, white, blue Mike Mencarini Courier Columnist This is my attempt at a red, white and blue column saluting our independence. OK, here I go. We have in our lake, although I Mencarini haven’t caught one yet, the Red Ear sun perch, which by any other name is a bluegill, bream, pan fish. Berkeley sells power bait which the company named Red, White and Blue. It may sound like a sales gimmick but I’ve used it and had some success with it on trout. I’m a diehard red and white mini jig user during and long after the spring crappie spawn. When the crappie aren’t biting, in comes the blues. I’ll throw in a bonus red here and give an honorable mention to our bird friend the Red Tail Hawk. The color white is an easier one. White is the combination of all the colors of the visible spectrum. We have a fish that resides in both the

river and our lake. Some call it a white fish, some call it a sqaw fish and I can’t repeat what some call this fish. We also have white crappie in our lake, we call these fish many names, and fortunately they are all good. I can give the birds another nod here. I am referring to the large flock of white pelicans living on our lake. Blue is the final color in this trilogy. We have a species of catfish that lurks around the lake bottom and its name is the Blue Cat. If you saw last week’s column, I was pictured holding one. Blue is also the emotional color when you lose the biggest fish you’ve ever hooked. I think we’ve all been there. Obviously none of this has anything to do with independence, fireworks, picnics or a day off from the daily grind, but I had to write something. Have a Happy 4th of July, stay safe and sane. Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and avid fisherman. For questions or comments you can reach him through the Kern River Courier.

From your car window or motorcycle, view landscapes that will take your Continued from page 1 breath away along scenic routes including: Western Divide Highway and older must have a fishing license. Sherman Pass Road. ■ Horseback riding ■ Four-wheel driving Bring your horse or hire a backcounDirt biking and all-terrain vehicles try outfitter for the wilderness adven- Many roads and trails outside the ture. Forest offices offer trail informa- Monument are open to off-highway tion and maps to vehicles registered help you locate trailwith the state of heads with adequate California. The Sequoia offers a diverse stock trailer parking, Motorized vehicles corrals and public range of adventures to recreate, are allowed only on pastures. Three relax and reenergize. designated roads in pack stations operthe Monument (no - Forest Service ate under special use trails). Motor permit. Vehicle Use Maps ■ Rock climbing are free at forest offices and show where Great granite features provide rock you can legally use ATVs and OHVs. climbing adventures. The Needles offer ■ Mountain biking some of the best rock climbing. Granite Pedal along miles of non-wilderness spires at the 8,000-foot elevation over- trails and roads. Enjoy the serenity of look the Kern River Valley. the great outdoors, and remember to be ■ Hiking, backcountry wilderness courteous while sharing the route with Hundreds of miles of trails will lure other visitors, including horseback ridyou, from foothills to conifer forest and ers and hikers. Before you go, check for giant sequoia groves; high desert the trail restrictions at any forest office. plateau to steep rocky slopes and wind- ■ Capture the memories swept dome lands. Check with the The Sequoia National Forest is a wonranger district office for the trail that derful vacation experience. Keep in matches your interest. touch with all the current happenings at ■ Scenic drives www.fs.fed.us/r5/sequoia.

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Lantern tour, ghost hunt on July 4 Silver City Ghost Town, during the past more than 40 years, has been the location of dozens of alleged sightings of ghostly apparitions and other paranormal activity by both visitors and staff. It has been dubbed the sixth most haunted site in America by PBS’ “This Old House” online. The lantern light night tours and live pranormal investigations feature guide J. Paul Corlew as seen on Bio HD’s paranormal series “My Ghost Story” and online show “Haunted Discoveries.” During the lantern tours Corlew will recount the eerie legends of the Valley and focus on the numerous controversial paranormal events and sightings which have reportedly occurred on site. If you have ever wanted to be part of an interactive paranormal investigation or simply want to learn the fascinating history of the Kern River Valley, you will enjoy these events. Attendees are wel-

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Continued from page 2 hear from my constituents on County issues of importance to them,” Gleason said. Anyone interested in meeting with the Supervisor should contact Pat Connell at 760-378-2142 ■ Senator Jean Fuller July 17 Talk over your concerns with someone from Senator Jean Fuller’s office on July 17 at the Kern River Valley County Administration building from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Please take the opportunity to stop by and visit. To schedule an appointment with a member of the staff, call the District Office at 661-323-0443. ■ Kern Transit July 18 Kern Transit is hosting public meetings to help you learn more about the upcoming changes in schedules and routes. To learn more, attend at the Lake Isabella Senior Center on Friday, July 18 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Kern Transit at 661-862-8850. ■ Habitat restoration workday July 19 Join Audubon Kern River Preserve staff and volunteers for our Habitat Restoration Workdays. Volunteers of all levels of ability and time commitment are welcome. Bring food and water, weargloves, long sleeves and pants, and work shoes or boots. The preserve will supply the tools. Meet at 8 a.m. at the Alexander Restoration Site on Fay Ranch Road, 1/3 mile north of Highway 178 in Weldon. Contact Sean Rowe by email: srowe@audubon.org or call 760-378-2531 to RSVP. ■ E&M Reptile Show July 19 Come to the Kern River Valley branch library to see the E&M Reptile Show at 2:30 p.m. Call 760-549-2083 for more information.

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4th Busters Silver City Ghost Town is the scene of a lantern light night tour and live paranormal investigation Friday July 4 at 8 p.m.

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come to bring cameras and their own ghost hunting gear to join in or they can just observe and enjoy the unique presentation and live investigation. Advance tickets for the lantern tours are available by credit card purchase by telephone (760-379-5146) prior to the event. Tickets will also be on sale at 8 p.m.the night of the event (cash only) at the gate. The tour will be from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. with time afterward for individual exploration of the site and face time with the experts. The cost is $12 per person (all ages). All proceeds from admissions and these special events are utilized, as they have for more than 20 years, for the continuing operating costs, renovation, restoration and museum acquisitions on site. No public funds or tax dollars have been used to operate Silver City. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a paid adult. Website: facebook.com/silvercityghosttown. Email: ghosttown@verizon.net.

■ American Bass Tournament July 19 Join in and test your skill catching a largemouth bass. Seasoned anglers often take in fish well over 10 lbs. Call 760-417-2702 for more information. ■ The rains of the KRV July 22 Join the Kern River Valley Historical Society and learn about how rain affects the KRV. Next season an El Nino is predicted. Learn what to look for before a mud slide happens. Find out what the geological phenomena called block slumps are. Ron Bolyard will present a slide show to help you become aware of the potential of landslides, so we can be prepared. 7 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ Stuffed animal sleepover July 24 Don’t miss the statewide stuffed animal sleepover from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Kern River Valley branch library. Call 760-5492083 for more information. ■ No KRV Collaborative July 24 There will not be a Kern River Valley Collaborative meeting this month. It will resume August 28. Call 760-379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. ■ Teddy Bear picnic July 26 The perfect way to end summer reading: the Teddy Bear Picnic! It’s at the Kern River Valley branch library at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Julky 26. Call 760-549-2083 for more information. To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, send the information to us by email or in person. Submissions must be received on Tuesday by 1 p.m. 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 may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by event date and space available. Submitted items deemed as business advertising will not be accepted.

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Pick of the Week “Under the Skin” (R) — A beautiful woman in a white van asks a young man on a street in Scotland if he wants a ride. One look in the window, and all he sees is Scarlett Johansson’s lovely visage. Of course he gets in. Too bad the gorgeous driver is an alien, gathering human victims for some unknown purpose. The alien never reveals much about her origin or what she’s doing, but eventually she shows signs of some internal development. Johansson’s sex appeal isn’t used as a blunt tool to subdue the audience, rather her performance is so good that you sense how uncomfortable she is with this weird contraption we call the human body. This is a unique and engaging movie experience that tends to leave folks scratching their heads -- in a good way. “Rio 2” (G) — This singing animated sequel revisits Rio to follow Blu and Jewel, the endangered blue birds who got together in the last movie, as they journey into the Amazon to meet Jewel’s family. Blu (voiced by Jesse Eisenberg) still has his anxious city-slicker persona, which causes him to be the butt of much judgment and ridicule from the jungle birds, especially his father-in-law (voiced by Andy Garcia). You also get some plots

about an evil businessman, a vengeful cockatoo and a turf war with parrots. Expect more of the same stuff from the prequel, with more noise and color added. There are a few chuckles, but all of them from the easy and familiar brand of kids’ comedy. The brightest spots in the whole display are the musical numbers -- combining rich vocal talent, brilliant visuals and strong music direction. “The Face of Love” (PG-13) — Several years after her husband drowned, Nikki (Annette Bening) believes that she has found the strength to move on. However, her facade starts to crumble when Nikki encounters Tom (Ed Harris), an art teacher who bears a striking resemblance to her late husband (also played by Harris). Suddenly, she’s confused, excited, depressed, infatuated -- all this and more, all at the same time. It’s a challenging role, and Bening handles it with stunning grace. However, the script and the pacing of the film are not as impressive. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

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2600 Hwy 155 at French Gulch Recreation Area “Out of the Blue” & “OMG” Will be performing from 5-9pm $15. includes foot-long hot dog, chips & drink. Bring a chair and join us for food, family fun, entertainment, door prizes, raffle items & fireworks after dark. Tickets at the door or available at Nuui Cunni. All proceeds will go to help the center. No firearms , fireworks, drugs, alcohol or pets please (service dogs ok). The Nuui Cunni Native American Intertribal Cultural Center is operated by the Kern River Paiute Council in partnership with the US Dept. of Agriculture and the US Forest Service under a special use permit on a nondiscriminatory basis. We are a 501(C)3 non-profit organization Tax ID 95-4548303.

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emphasized elaborate fireworks, and the German school stressed scientific advancement. Both schools added significantly to further development of pyrotechnics and by the mid-17th century, fireworks were used for entertainment on an unprecedented scale in Europe and by the mid19th century, fireworks became popular in the United States. The physics of Fireworks 2XC1O3 > 2XC1 + 302 = ‘Ka-Boom!’ What most don’t realize is that physics are used and take place during every fireworks show. The science of pyrotechnics involves many physics applications that must be considered to produce entertaining displays. Pyrotechnicians must take into account the relationships between vectors, velocities, projectiles and their trajectories, the explosion and forces behind the fireworks burst patterns. The velocities and the distances traveled by the shells can be understood and manipulated by using the following formulas and mathematical methods: ■ Y=VyT+0.5GT^2 Y=vertical height, Vy=initial vertical velocity, T=hang time, G=acceleration due to gravity. ■ X=VxT - X=horizontal distance, Vx=initial horizontal velocity, T=hang time. ■ The Pythagorean Theorem - a^2 + b^2 = c^2, a or b = vertical or horizontal velocity, c=resultant initial velocity. ■ Trigonometric Functions - Sine, cosine and tangent. In a right triangle sine=opposite

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Continued from page 8 are used to chart trajectories. They are very useful tools allowing pyrotechnicians to visualize how high and how far their shells will travel during a show. The Pythagorean Theorem is used to find a certain initial velocity value when the other two factors are known. The Trigonometric Functions are also used to find initial velocity values, but are used to find vertical heights, horizontal distances and firing angles as well. Pyrotechnicians use these mathematical methods along with charts, graphs and computer programs derived from them to plan their impressive displays. They must also consider shell burst sizes when planning shows. The bigger the shell size the larger the effect so they must know how big certain bursts are when compared to others when choreographing a show. Shell burst sizes are usually about 45 feet in diameter for every inch in shell size. A two-inch shell produces a burst of 90 feet but an eight-inch shell produces a burst about 360 feet across. Fireworks Chemistry Fireworks are usually made out of the following items: an oxidizing agent, a reducing agent, a coloring agent, binders and regulators. These mixed together are what make up the basic fireworks. ■ Oxidizers - The first thing in a firework is the oxidizing agent. These produce the oxygen to burn the mixture. Oxidizers are usually nitrates, chlorates or perchlorates. ■ Reducing Agents - The second element of fireworks are reducing agents. The reducing agents burn the oxygen produced by the oxidizers to produce hot gasses. Two examples of reducing agents are Sulfur and Charcoal (carbon). The agents are used to control the speeding or slowing of the reaction, with metals often added to speed the reaction. The finer the powder, the faster the reaction. ■ Binders - The fourth element of fireworks are the binders. Binders hold the mixture in a lump. This lump is a star. In order to form a star, two main elements are used. These are dextrine dampened by water, or a shellac compound dampened by alcohol.

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developed or designated areas with a valid California campfire permit. A campfire permit can be obtained, free of charge, at any Forest Service, CALFIRE or Bureau of Land Management office or by visiting the Sequoia National Forest website. ■ No fireworks: The use or possession of any fireworks is prohibited on the Forest. ■ Camping along Upper Kern: To promote a healthy ecosystem along the Wild and Scenic Upper Kern River, camping is now permitted only in developed (fee) campgrounds and undeveloped (free) camping areas. Day-use activities such as fishing and picnicking are allowed within the rest of the corridor, but camping is not allowed outside of the named fee and free camping areas. ■ Water Safety: The Kern River can be especially dangerous this time of year. Although river flows appear to be low, strong currents may still exist and we do not encourage visitors to go into the river. Visitors are encouraged to wear a personal floatation device at all times when on or around the lake and river. Do not leave children unattended by the edge of the water.

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Top July 4th pet safety tips Yahaira Cespedes, petmd.com Courier Special While putting the finishing touches on your planned Fourth of July celebration, take a moment to consider your pets. Unlike people, pets don’t associate the noise, flashes and burning smell of pyrotechnics with celebrations. Pets are terrified of fireworks and often panic at the loud whizzes and bangs they produce. Here are ways you can prevent your holiday celebration from turning into a tragedy. ■ Keep your pet indoors at all times! Even if your pet is used to being outside, the resulting panic caused by fireworks or other loud noises may make them break their restraint or jump a fence in a terrified attempt to find safety. ■ Don’t put insect repellant on your pet that isn’t specifically for pet use, and don’t use “people” sunscreen on your pet. What isn’t toxic to humans can be toxic to animals. ■ Alcoholic drinks poison pets. If your pet drinks alcohol, they can become dangerously intoxicated, go into a coma, or in severe cases, die. ■ Leave your pet at home if going to a fireworks display. The combination of too many people and loud fireworks will make your pet freak out and desperately seek shelter. Locking them in the car is also not an option. ■ Have your pet properly identified. If your pet manages to break loose and become lost, without proper identifi-

cation, it will be that much harder to get them back. It is also a good idea to have a recent picture of your pets in case you have to put up signs. ■ Keep your pet away from glow jewelry. It might look cute, but your pet could chew up and swallow the plastic adornments. The ASPCA states that, “excessive drooling and gastrointestinal irritation could result from ingestions, and intestinal blockage could occur from swallowing large pieces of the plastic containers.” ■ Never use fireworks around pets. Lit fireworks can pose a danger to curious pets and potentially result in severe burns and/or trauma to the face and paws. Unused fireworks can contain heavy metals. ■ Don’t give your pet “table food.” Like beer and chocolate, there are other festive foods that could harm your pet. Onions, coffee, avocado, grapes and raisins, salt and yeast dough are all possible hazards. ■ Lighter fluid and matches are harmful to pets. They can cause your pet difficulty in breathing, damage blood cells or even cause kidney disease. ■ Citronella insect control products harm pets, too. The result of inhalation can cause severe respiratory illnesses such as pneumonia, and ingestion can harm your pet's nervous system. The safest and best bet for celebrating with your pets is to exclude them from July 4th festivities. Instead, find a safe, secure spot in the home for your pets while you go out and enjoy the spectator fun.

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Tips to sell a listing Matt Freeman Courier Columnist Part 3 of 5 Internet Advertising Presence When selling a home it is important to pick a real estate agent and brokerage that have strong marFreeman keting. Statistically, there are basically three ways that buyers find listings per the National Association of Realtors. Approximately 80 percent of buyers start their property search online, 10 percent find properties through friends or family and the remaining 10 percent from print ads and the signage. Any broker can put a sign in your yard, and signs work. Any broker can run a nice ad in the local newspaper or even out of town newspapers and other print media. This works too, I have sold many properties bothways. However, statistically and in my own personal experience, as a real estate agent with my own familyowned company the past 10 years, it is a fact that the majority of buyers start their search for property online. So it is incredibly important as a seller to have a strong online presence for your listing. Not all brokerages are the same, and not all specialize in online marketing like we do. Many agents and brokers think that

just having a website is enough, or maybe a social media page. This gives agents and brokers an online presence, but in many cases not an effective one. The first rule in internet marketing for real estate is very simple, make sure the multiple listing service has as many photos and as detailed of a description as possible. Make sure the photos are well done, and the listing information is accurate. Many real estate agents fail to do a good job regarding those details. The MLS is networked into many other real estate web pages such as trulia.com, Zillow.com, Realtor.com, homes.com, on and on. If the MLS sheet for the property is not well done, the property will not look good on those websites and many others and people will fail to look at it they will just scroll through. Secondly, a seller should always make sure that the broker and agent they hire has multiple internet exposure points like a brokerage website, an individual agent website, a Facebook page that is kept up daily, software that is current, etc. Presence in a conversation with someone is important, presence when giving a talk to a group is important, and presence in online advertising is extra important; make sure your agent knows how to make your listing “pop” online. Matt Freeman is a realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 or 760-223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

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Continued from page 3 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: BLACKSHEEP TACTICAL (2014 - B3146) Street address of principal place of business: 608 Rio Bravo Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address of business: 608 Rio Bravo Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. REGISTRANT: Ruben R. Luevano Jr., 608 Rio Bravo Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Date the business commenced: 05/21/2014. Business is being conducted as an Individual. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Ruben R. Luevano Jr. This statement filed on 06/02/2014. Expires 06/02/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier June 13, 20, 27 and July 4, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: DS MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING (2014 - B3202) Street address of principal place of business: 2712 Sunview Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address of business: 2712 Sunview Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306. REGISTRANT: Daniel George Shelton, 2712 Sunview Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Daniel George Shelton. This statement filed on 06/04/2014. Expires 06/04/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: V. Labra. Published by the Kern River Courier June 13, 20, 27 and July 4, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: PAUL'S POP DISPLAYS (2014 - B3221) Street address of principal place of business: 437 Old Mine Road, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: 437 Old Mine Road, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT: 437 Old Mine Road, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business

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CALM at twilight begins After a long, hot day, a cool breeze blows up from the Kern River making evenings a fantastic time to visit the animals at the California Living Museum. Enjoy Twilight at CALM on Saturday evenings this summer. The zoo will be open from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 9, 16 and 30. Visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and dine with the animals. This year, Twilight at CALM visitors will receive a reduced admission of $5 for adults and $3 for children (3-12 years old) and will be eligible to win a CALM Family Membership. CALM is located at 10500 Alfred Harrell Highway (between Lake Ming and Hart Park). For information, call 661-872-2256 or visit calmzoo.org.

Do you know Rosie? The Kern County Veterans Service “want you!” to help them locate women to be honored at the 2014 “Rosie the Riveter” Reunion this coming September (exact date to be announced). “Rosie the Riveter” is the popular term for women who entered male dominated trades during World War II. Many of these women worked in factories making munitions and military supplies while men were away at war. In doing so, Rosie the Riveters joined the effort to preserve American freedom. Anyone with the knowledge of Kern County “Rosie the Riveters” is asked to contact volunteer coordinator Michele Steiber at 661-868-7321 or send an email to info4vets@co.kern.ca.us.

Military Mondays @ Beale Memorial Library Beale Memorial Library, 701 Truxtun Avenue in Bakersfield, offers veterans and their families free one-on-one consultation with trained volunteer coaches every Monday 5 to 7 p.m. at the Beale Library Veterans Resource Center. The Veterans Benefits Coach will guide the veteran toward benefits that are likely to enhance his/her particular situation and provide contact information for veteran benefits and resources. For more information, contact Maria Rutledge at 661-868-0805.

Prayer by phone The Kern River Valley Prayer Rooms are pleased to offer a new Prayer Request Phone Service. On March 1, the KRVPR opened a 24-hour, 7-day a week prayer request phone line to the Kern River Valley residents. The Prayer Rooms of the Kern River Valley have been serving the KRV for more than nine years, providing a weekly in-person location where anyone needing prayer could come and have elders from several churches pray for them as per James 5:14-15. Many testimonies of jobs being obtained to healings and other answers to prayer have occurred. If you have a prayer need, call any time: 760-417-6161. Your prayer request message will be prayed over by the prayer teams.

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Joinus! Game N ght

Reel Cinema Wofford Heights

Archies Hardware Kernville

Big Blue Bear Kernville

Builders Mart Mt Mesa

Camp James Kernville

Campfire Market Wofford Heights

Chatterbox Cafe Wofford Heights

Cheryl's Diner Kernville

Cheyennes Stage Stop River Kern

Crossroads Shell Lake Isabella

Dam Korner 1 Lake Isabella

Edward Jones Lake Isabella

El Jacalito Lake Isabella

El Rio Kernville

Elam's Silkworks Lake Isabella

Gary's Mobile Tire Service Kern River Valley

Half Price Plumbing Kern River Valley

Isabella Motors Wofford Heights

Kern River Courier Wofford Heights

Kern Valley Plaza Shell Lake Isabella

Kernville Automotive Kernville

Kernville Mini Storage Kernville

McNallys Fairview Lodge, Kern River

Mt. Mesa Lanes Mt Mesa

Mt. Mesa Shell Mt Mesa

Pat Turnham Realty Woofford Heights

Petal Pusher Plus Lake Isabella

Primos Liquor & Deli Kernville

Riverkern General Store Riverkern

River View Lodge Kernville

Rivernook Campground Kernville

Riverside One Stop Kernville

Sierra Gateway Market Kernville

Son Rise Espresso \Lake Isabella

The Cracked Egg Kernville

The Cyclesmiths Kernville

Valley Fitness Lake Isabella

Val's Beauty Shop Wofford Heights

Burger King Lake Isabella

Fire & Ice Lake Isabella

For our 4th Anniversary Celebration July 11th 6 to 9pm for Food, Fun & Fellowship

Subway, Little Caesars, Lake Isabella

True Value Hardware Lake Isabella

The Drug Store Kernville

Kellee Scott Insurance Kernville

The Pizza Barn Kernville

Whiskey Flat Antiques Kernville

Cards, Board Games & "Minute to Win It" style competitions Bring your favorite game and some snacks to share! Admission and games are always free!

46 Valley View Dr. Kernville 760-376-6403 www.kernvillechurch.com

Thank you Game Night sponsors! Come Join Game Master John Cole for some Fun & Games