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Friday high 99° Hot Friday low 58° Clear Saturday high 100° Hot Saturday low 59° Clear Sunday high 99° Hot

Recreational camping and mining will be subject to change under new proposals being considered in Keyesville.

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County Fair opens Wednesday Michael Batelaan Courier Buzz This year's Great Kern County Fair opens its gates to fairgoers on September 17 and runs through September 28 at the fairgrounds in Bakers-field. ■ Fair admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 6 through 12. But if you purchase advance tickets on line at kerncountyfair.com, they are only $8 for adults and $4 for children. Carnival wristbands are $30, but only $25 on line. There is always free admission for active and retired military. Just show your military ID throughout the twelve days of the Fair. Seniors age 55 and up receive a $1 discount off the regular admission so admission is $9. Children age 5 and under are free. Children who have participated in Kern County's Reading Round-Up qualify for a free Fair ticket. ■ Fair hours are Monday through Thursday from 3 to 10 p.m. Friday Sept. 19 from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday Sept. 26 from 3 to 11 p.m.,

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The second in a series of 3 BLM meeting/field trips, took place last Saturday, with one more coming in October. The main focus of this field trip was to get feedback on some of the decisions that will affect the area of Keyesville South from the entrance of Keyesville to Pearl Harbor Drive to just across the lower Kern River. The area currently is most popular for camping, water play, recreational mining, and boating. This is all part of the Dam Recreational Zone project or RMZ for short. Steve Larsen, BLM Supervisor and Natural Resources Specialist from the Bakersfield office, stated at the meeting opener that "There is a need to

more diligently manage camping and recreational pursuits". The new restrictions announced by BLM include; restricted camping to designated sites along the Lower Kern on the west side of the river in order to reduce the over use of the natural resources. Fees will be charged for the use of these sites. The exact amount has not yet been set but should fall between $16 and $30 dollars per night. Free dispersed camping will be allowed in other areas away from the river. Also new to Keyesville are the prospecting permits for the mining areas not legally claimed and registered. These permits will be in place to insure that the recreational prospector understands

the laws and only prospect in the designated areas. The cost of these permits has not yet been fixed. The thinking here is to put the local merchants, or online, in charge of selling the permits instead of procuring them in Bakersfield. Both the camping and mining restrictions are already mandated under the BLM Recreational Management Plan which will be signed next month. The only things that have to be figured out now, is where the fees will be implemented, how many sites there will be, and where to locate the sites. Information related to the Keyesville planning process is available at: blm.gov/ca/st/en/fo/bakersfield/Programs/Recrea tion_opportunities/keyesv ille_planning.html.

Leadership program graduates two Donna Moreno Courier Community Graduation ceremony was held for the 35 participants in the 2014 Leadership Development Training Program facilitated by the Kern County Network for Children. Kern River Valley Revitalization sponsored local residents and community activists, Lisa Smith and Camille Halliwill, in completing the 6 month program. Smith is the Program Coordinator for Family Resource Center and Halliwell works for Kern High School District. The focus of the program is to offer skillstraining to build the strength of local organizations and nurture natural leaders in communities

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House bill to allow fees on all Federal lands Western Slope No-fee Coalition Courier Just in Just before the House adjourned for their August recess, a bill that would drastically change federal recreation fee policy was introduced by U.S. Representative Rob Bishop (R-UT) and pushed through the House Resources Committee, without a hearing, by its Chairman, U.S. Representative Doc Hastings (R-WA). The bill, known as HR 5204 The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Modernization Act of 2014, could result in having to pay a fee for access to every place and for every activity, both at highly developed recreation sites and those that are completely undeveloped like Wilderness Areas. Opposition to HR 5204 is being led by the Colorado-based Western Slope No Fee Coalition. According

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water data: Wednesday 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 52,012 acre-feet 2014 Reservoir peak 80,737 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 106 cfs Lower Kern Outflow 109 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal. *(5-hr average Kernville)

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■ Silver City lantern light tour September 13 Come to the Silver City Ghost Town and look for ghosts from 8 to 10:30 p.m. at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Bodfish. The cost is $12 per person (all ages). Pay by cash the night of event or advance tickets by credit card. For questions or purchase advance tickets contact 760-379-5146 or email: ghosttown@verizon.net. ■ Release burdens September 14 Beginning Sunday, Sept. 14 at 11 a.m., the Kernville United Methodist Church Adult

Regular activities Fridays

■ 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.

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 ■ 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

Mondays

■ 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.

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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. 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.

Forum will start a study of “Traveling Light: Releasing the Burdens You Were Never Intended to Bear” by author Max Lucado. The study will take 1-hour each week over a period of a few weeks. Call the KUMC Office at 760-376-2751 to sign up or with questions.

■ River clean up September 14 Keepers of the Kern will be holding Upper Kern River Clean Up Events on Sunday, Sept. 14 at 5 p.m. Meet at the parking area across from Headquarters Campground north of Riverkern. Bring a friend, a neigh-

■ 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. ■ 2:30 - 4 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders VFW, 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 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, 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, 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.

Bingo Guide

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

bor and a smile. Come spend a little time on the Kern River, have a good time and make a difference. For more information or RSVP, call 760-376-2963, 360-324-8178 or email keepersofthekern@gmail.com. ■ “Heaven Is For Real,” Free Movie September 14 “Heaven Is For Real,” a movie based upon a little boy’s visit to heaven during his near death experience. This story will “touch your heart, capture your mind and ultimately impact your life forever!” At the Kernville United Methodist Church, corner of Big Blue and Sirretta at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 14.. Call 760-376-2751 for more information. ■ River clean up September 15 Keepers of the Kern will be holding Upper Kern River Clean Up Events on Monday, Sept. 15 at 8 a.m. Meet at the parking area across from Headquarters Campground north of Riverkern. Bring a friend, a neighbor and a smile. Come spend a little time on the Kern River, have a good time and make a difference. For more information or RSVP, call 760-376-2963. 360-324-8178 or email keepersofthekern@gmail.com. ■ Art Association September 15 Presenting Shirley Givens, pine needle and gourd basketry artist. Live demonstration. At the Lake Isabella Senior Center at 6 p.m. in the Veteran's Hall. Call Teri Vellutini at 760379-6162 or 602-509-8806 for more information, or go to krvaa.org. ■ Cemetery District Board September 17 The Kern River Valley Public Cemetery District Board of Trustees will reconvene at 1 p.m. on Wednesday the 17th of September. For a copy of the agenda or information regarding the meeting or the cemetery please call the cemetery office at 760-3762189. ■ Jean Fuller office hours September 18 State Senator Jean Fuller’s mobile office hours are being held to facilitate communication between her office and the communities she serves, at the Kern County Administration building from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 18. ■ Keepers of the Kern September 18 Keepers of the Kern will meet on Thursday, Sept 18. Come spend an hour or so at Keyesville South and assist the BLM do some housekeeping. Meet at the big dumpster at 8 a.m. For more information or RSVP, call 760376-2963. 360-324-8178 or email keepersofthekern@gmail.com. ■ American Bass Tournament September 20 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. ■ Habitat restoration workdays September 20 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, gloves; wear long sleeves and pants, work shoes or boots. The preserve will supply tools. Meet at 8 a.m. at the Alexander Restoration Site on Fay Ranch Road, Weldon. Contact Sean Rowe by email: srowe@audubon.org or call 760-378-2531 to RSVP. ■ Blast from the Past sock hop September 20 Join the Eagles for an old fashioned sock hop. Dine from 5 to 7 p.m. while listening to the do wop sound and then dance the night away to your favorite ’50s music. Dress in your best ’50s attire or show off your best dance moves and win a prize! All this fun will be at the Eagles in Mountain Mesa, 12251 Highway 178. Call 760-379-3394 for more information. ■ Constitution week Barbecue September 21 Kawaiisu Chapter of the Daughters of the

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Jr. Friends of the Library to begin A junior Friends of the Library for children from six to eighteen years old is starting, sponsored by the Friends of the Library. There will be no charge for membership. There will be a fun activity periodically throughout the year. The mission is to promote the value of the library to children, with the hope of encouraging parents and grandparents to join the Friends of the Library and promote the same values. The first activity will be the use of old paperback books, at the Lake Isabella branch on Thursday September 25 at 4 p.m. For any questions or suggestions, call Ann Kranyac at 909-353-8655.

KVHS reunion weekend Anyone who attended Kern Valley High School from its opening through 1969, and those who attended the old Kernville School before that will reunite at the Kern Lodge from September 19-21. In addition to visiting with friends during leisure time at the Kern Lodge, all weekend, activities include a Friday night potluck, sack lunch and pictures on Saturday afternoon, and a dinner on Saturday night catered by Jim Wyly. Pre-registration is required for the lunch and Saturday night dinner, but others may register at the Kern Lodge. The small registration fee helps defray the cost of print, postage and incidentals. For further information, contact Bill Vance at kvhsalumni@aol.com.

Wofford Heights Neighborhood Watch meeting Mark your calendar and attend the next general session of the Kern River Community of Wofford Heights, to be held at the New Life Assembly of God Church, 25 Arden Ave. Wofford Heights, on Tuesday, September 23 at 5 p.m. This meeting will address growing concerns regarding the increasing criminal activity within our community. A Neighborhood Watch presentation will be given to the assembly by Ashley Glover, Crime Prevention Specialist with the Kern County Sheriff's Office - Crime Prevention Unit. This presentation has been arranged for by the KRCWH in response to requests from many members that have been, or know of, victims to burglary and criminal activity in the Wofford Heights and surrounding areas. The free presentation is open to members and non-members alike. Tell your concerned neighbors and friends to attend. For more information, or to reserve a spot, call 760-376-2177 or email webmaster@kernvalley.com.

Calling all Kern Valley girls for pageant The Lil' Miss Corn Stalk and Lil' Miss Kernel Pageant will be held on Oct. 26 at Frandy Park at 1 p.m. during the Whiskey Flat Fall Festival and is for girls 4 to 10 years old. There will be two age groups. Lil' Miss Kernel Ages 4 to 6. Lil' Miss Corn Stalk Ages 7 to 10. The girl with the highest total points in each age group wins the crown. A second place and a 'Lil Miss Congeniality will also be awarded. This is free to all - there is no entry fee. This is not a formal pageant. The intent is for the girls to have some fun and be part of this community fundraising event. Girls will be judged in the following categories: Best Personality, Best Theme Attire/Costume, Most Talented and Most Money Raised. Judges will score each girl on a scale from 1 to 10 in each separate category. The most money raised category will be based on sponsorship ticket sales. This category will count as 15 percent of their total score. Participants must sell $1 tickets. Funds raised will go towards the Kernville Community Events and Projects fund-a 501c3 non-profit. Girls can start selling tickets on Oct. 1st. Tickets will be distributed during our first practice. Pageant Rehearsals will be held at the Kernville Chamber Hall on Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. starting Oct. 1. Pageant winners and non-winners will also be asked to ride in the Whiskey Flat Days Parade in February 2015. To enter the pageant, just complete the See Announcements, page 12

Changes The screen was in green and brown and supposedly easy on your eyes (I don't think it was). Today I have a As I have got54" Vizio Television, with definition ten older I find so sharp you can see a pimple on a that many things I quarterback's nose while watching a was used to when football game, and the screen is in I was young have full color. changed and now In the early days to keep our food I am used to them. fresh and cold we had an ice box It's kinda fun to that used a 25 pound block of ice for look back and see how things were, cooling and which was delivered by compared to what they are today. an iceman from his truckload of ice. Let me give you some examples. Today we have a double door refrigMy first cars had no heater, no erator which manufactures its own air condiice and will hold tioning, tires enough food to which were last a week. ...my bath was once a week in a only good A column like galvanized iron tub.... for 10 to 12 this, years ago thousand - Middleworth would have been miles and no written by a typeradio. Today writer with miswe have takes corrected by Satellite radio, air conditioning, tires White Out but today it’s typed on a that last up to 40 thousand miles, a computer program that checks your heater and a global positioning spelling, your English and corrects receiver that tells us how to go from your mistakes with touch of a key. here to there. We used to buy coffee by the When we bought a light bulb, we pound and made 12 cups of coffee at knew it was good for maybe a year. a time. Today we have a coffee Today we have light bulbs that use machine which makes individual less electricity and last for years. cups of coffee in at least 10 different When I was a tad, my bath was brews. One change which isn't for once a week in a galvanized iron tub the better is a Big Hunk of nougat which was heated by a tea kettle full candy, which sold for a nickel. Today of hot water and I washed with the bar is smaller and costs 60 cents! Lifebouy Soap. Today we have I can live with the change of my porcelain tubs, spas and showers Big Hunk candy bar, but I'm still and I soap with Irish Spring. learning how to cope with the new The first T.V. we had was a 7" coffee maker. Motorola that the whole family Wofford Heights resident Rod would sit around and watch in black Middleworth is a retired security managand white! This was followed by a er for Pacific Bell. 12" Hofman Easy Vision Television. Rod Middleworth Courier Columnist

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By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Ezekiel in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. What "woman of ..." is the only woman in the Bible (KJV) described as a wench? En-rogel, Gilead, Damascus, Ziba 3. Who met a man and then wrestled him until the breaking of the day? Solomon, Goliath, Aaron, Jacob 4. What group of consecrated men did not cut their hair? Canaanites, Midianites, Nazarites, Hagarites 5. In Genesis 32, who/what was Mahanaim? Messenger, Mountain, Ford, Place 6. Who was the mother of Moses? Abigail, Jochebed, Elisheba, Athaliah 1) Old; 2) En-rogel; 3) Jacob; 4) Nazarites; 5) Place; 6) Jochebed

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Pillar and support of the truth Which is the Church of the living God, the pillar and support of the truth. - 1 Tim 3:15 When you look into the mirror of Duitsman your soul, are you convinced that you embody the only hope for the survival of truth on this planet at this time? Quite a large question, and perhaps not one we often ponder as we go about the day to day affairs of our lives which most often have more to do with simple survival than it does with being a preserver of truth on earth. Oddly, that sounds more like the stuff of action figures and superheroes, yet a re-read of the above verse may just nudge us toward a different view of ourselves. The following quote is from Christian theologian Albert Barnes regarding the meaning of the above verse: "The meaning then is, that the stability of the truth on earth is dependent on the church. It is owing to the fact that the church is itself founded on a rock, that the gates of hell cannot prevail against it, that no storms of persecution can overthrow it, that the truth is preserved from age to age. Other systems of religion are swept away; other opinions change; other forms of doctrine vanish; but the knowledge of the great system of

redemption is preserved on earth unshaken, because the church is preserved, and because its foundations cannot be moved. This does not refer, I suppose, to creeds and confessions, or to the decisions of synods and councils; but to the living spirit of truth and piety "in" the church itself. As certainly as the church continues to live, so certain it will be that the truth of God will be perpetuated among people." Barnes Notes On The New Testament (Parsons Electronic edition - copyright 1999) The above verse proclaims in a glorious way is that as a part of the Church, you and I have been given the truth, and as those who would seek to be shaped and transformed by the truth as declared in the eternal Word of God, our lives literally become the protectors and preservers of that truth in our generation. Maybe another read of the above verse and the Barnes quote would serve well at this point. There are no caveats included that would give wiggle room for the necessity of theological training or special notice given for good behavior. Just a simple statement regarding those whose lives have been powerfully touched by the life and love of Jesus Christ as being the pillar to cause a person or a thing to keep his or its place and support (immovable:-settled, steadfast) of the truth. Jack Duitsman pastors Father’s Heart Foursquare Church in Kernville.

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■ 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 ■ His Final Harvest 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. Wed. and Thurs. 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

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■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Faith Community South Campus 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday evening 4 p.m., 760-379-6935 ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964

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Desert-Mountain RC&D are holding the 13th Bi-annual Native Plant Sale. Plants are fire resistant, water efficient California natives. Order forms, plant lists with photos and description are available at both the Kernville and Kern River Valley Chambers of Commerce, Nuui Cunni Cultural Center and Watershed Coordinator's office at the Lake Isabella County Government Center and on line at krvr.org. Orders are prepaid and must be received by September 13. Plants will be available for pickup September 27 between 9 a.m. and noon at the Kern River Valley Vulture Festival at the Kern River Preserve Headquarters in Weldon. For more information, contact Bob Robinson at 760-549-2131.

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■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business calls only, 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business calls only, 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only, 760-378-3055

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Students must be accompanied by a parent) Dam Dancers Square Dance Club of Lake Isabella will be starting a new class

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.

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First three classes are FREE! Come and Join in on the fun and fellowship of square dancing. Professional teacher (caller) Jay Henderson. Street clothes worn at class.

Call Jeanne 760-376-6122 or Bill 760-379-4181

General information ■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 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

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Calendar, Continued from page 2 American Revolution will hold their annual Constitution Week Barbecue on Sunday, Sept. 21 at 4 p.m. in Weldon. The event will feature a barbecue dinner, music, door prizes and raffle tickets. Profits go toward local scholarships in Kern Valley. Tickets are $15 for adults, $8 children under 12 and under 12 are free of charge. Contact any member of the DAR to get your ticket. ■ KVHS reunion September 19 through 21 Anyone who attended Kern Valley High School from its opening through 1969, and those who attended the old Kernville School before that will reunite at the Kern Lodge from September 19-21. For further information, contact Bill Vance at kvhsalumni@aol.com. ■ Neighborhood Watch meeting September 23 The next general session of the Kern River Community of Wofford Heights, to be held at the New Life Assembly of God Church, 25 Arden Ave. Wofford Heights, on Tuesday, September 23 at 5 p.m. For more information, or to reserve a spot, call 760-376-2177 or email webmaster@kernvalley.com. ■ KRV Collaborative September 25 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. ■ Jr. Friends of the Library September 25 All children ages six to 18 are invited for this free club with fun activities. Join in at 4 p.m. at the Lake Isabella branch Library. Call 909353-8655 for more information. ■ Rock & Blues Fest September 26 through 28 For more information call Frandy Park: 760376-6483.

■ Free community barbecue September 27 KRVR will host a free community barbecue with music, food, booths and the awarding of KRVR raffle prizes from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 27, to better acquaint the KRV community with KRVR. The barbecue will be held in the French Gulch Community Campground, 2600 Highway 155, next to Nuui Cunni Native American Cultural Center. ■ Prayer Breakfast October 2 Each month The Salvation Army, Lake Isabella Service Extension Unit invites the community to join them in prayer for our community, the State and our Nation. The Prayer Breakfast is held at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. For more information call The Salvation Army at 760-379-4600. ■ Peddler's Faire October 3 and 4 There will be more than 60 vendors participating in this year's annual Peddler's Fair at the Faith Community gym, 20 W. Panorama Dr. Wofford Heights. It will include a magic show, car wash, fashion show, Whitman Dancers and Houchin's blood mobile. Food, music, crafts, health service information, hobbies, holiday gifts, raffles and more! Call Jeanette Rogers-Erickson at 760-417-2555 or Faith Community at 760-376-6719 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. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or www.kernvalley.com.

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Picks of the Week “Neighbors” (R) — A young couple with a bouncing baby daughter (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne) lose their suburban serenity when a rowdy fraternity -- led by maniacal, shirtless party-boy Zac Efron -- takes over the house next door. At first, the hip mom and dad try to be cool and party with the frat boys, but then quickly realize that they can't possibly keep up with the non-stop party machine. Logical forms of mediation soon fly out the window, pitting the parents against the partiers in an escalating prank-war. Rogen fits perfectly into his role, as audiences have seen him transition from shiftless slacker to reformed-but-still-casual adulthood. Byrne is the real surprise in the film, displaying comedic chops not seen since "Bridesmaids." There are flashes of clever humor, but most of the gags are the shocking and gross-out kind. “The Rover” (R) — Bandits steal a man's car, leaving him stranded in a scorching wasteland. The victim, Eric (Guy Pearce), now has a bandit leader's younger brother (Robert Pattinson) and a plan to get his car back. It's 10 years after the collapse of society, and the Australian outback isn't a good place to wander around ... and an even worse place to make friends.

Zac Efron in "Neighbors" Director David Michod plays his cards close to the vest. Details about the fall of society are scarce, leaving a lot of that storytelling to the barren setting and the desperation on the faces of the characters. Pattinson delivers a strong performance as a lost, dimwitted young man carrying a lot of loss behind his eyes. “The Signal” (PG-13) — Three college kids on a road trip to California receive a message from NOMAD, a mysterious hacker who challenges them to come find him. Nic, Jonah and Hailey (Brenton Thwaites, Beau Knapp, Olivia Cooke) follow the trail to a dusty corner of Nevada, and then everything changes. The trio is separated, and Nic wakes up in a strange facility where he is interrogated by a dead-pan man in a hazmat suit (Laurence Fishburne). From there, it's a slowly unraveling mystery with science-fiction elements creeping into the picture. The final twists may not be enough for some audiences, but it's an interesting flick for a low-budget, sci-fi headscratcher. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob 16 cups hot popcorn ½ cup chopped chives ½ tsp cayenne Salt to taste

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Cook chopped bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels, reserving the drippings. Drizzle reserved bacon drippings and melted butter over hot popcorn. Toss with the bacon, chopped chives and cayenne. Season with salt.

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Bodfish Bob’s Kettle Corn ½ cup confectioner's sugar 2 tblsp granulated sugar 1 tsp kosher salt ¼ cup vegetable oil ¾ cup popcorn kernels Mix confectioners' sugar, granulated sugar and kosher salt in a small bowl; set aside. Heat a few popcorn kernels in the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until one pops. Add the rest of the popcorn kernels and cover. Cook, shaking the pot occasionally, until the popcorn starts rapidly popping. Crack the lid open and pour in the sugar mixture. Cover and cook, shaking the pot, until the popping subsides. Bodfish Bob’s Bacon-Chive Popcorn Seasoning 6 slices chopped bacon 2 tblsp reserved bacon drippings 2 tblsp melted butter

Bodfish Bob’s Mustard-Pretzel Seasoning 4 tblsp melted butter 2 tblsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp sugar ½ tsp kosher salt 12 cups hot popcorn 4 cups mini-pretzels Whisk melted butter with Dijon mustard, sugar and kosher salt; drizzle over hot popcorn and toss with mini pretzels. Bodfish Bob’s "Ranch" Popcorn Seasoning 4 tblsp butter 1 oz pkg ranch seasoning mix 16 cups hot popcorn 2 tblsp chopped chives Salt to taste Melt butter with ranch seasoning mix; toss with hot popcorn and chopped chives. Season with salt. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.

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How to keep good credit Matt Freeman Courier Columnist Credit is important in today's society. It is very crucial if you are going to be purchasing anything. This week I want to give out some tips Freeman on how to keep good credit so if you do ever need to buy a home, you will be ready to go. First of all, pay your bills! That is the biggest tip I can give, and it is not really a tip. It is just plain old common sense. If you have a bill, pay it. People that are owed money, especially banks, utility companies and the landlord don't care about personal circumstances, just about getting paid. They will not hesitate to slap you with a late notice and correspondingly, a bad mark on your credit. Don't let that happen, keep that stuff paid up on time. The second biggest tip I can give is to not let yourself get too much debt in the first place. Just because you are pre-approved for a mortgage of 400K does not mean you should take advantage of that if there is cheaper housing available that still meets your needs. If you have too much debt and you are making too many minimum payments on debts that you cannot seem to catch up on, your credit scores will suffer. If you are what we call in the industry "debt loaded", it is mighty hard to get pre-approved for a mortgage. Make sure that you do not

spend more than 50 percent of your monthly income; lenders like to see that you are good at saving these days. Thirdly, make sure you have some kind of debt, sounds weird but it is true. If you pay cash for everything you but and don't at least get a loan every now and then even if you pay it off in a few months, you will not have any credit history. No credit history often means no mortgage approval, so make sure you have two to five credit lines open. Usually if you pay within 30 days there is no interest and you will be building credit history at the same time. Finally, make sure that you check your credit from time to time and manage your accounts. I use a great service from experian.com Costs $17.95 per month but I can check my credit anytime without the credit inquiry showing on my report. I can see if my accounts are all paid up on time and find errors and omissions that are on my credit report that need repair. You can file a complaint right on the website and they will investigate and correct the error. You can also see if you have been a victim of identity theft and can adversely affect your credit very quickly. Most mortgage products these days require a minimum credit score of 640 for a stick built home and 680 for a manufactured home, so to save yourself some heartache, make sure your credit is good to go. Matt Freeman is a realtor with Freemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 or 760-223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

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The Four Faces of Health Insurance Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Part 4 The last discussion of the Four Faces of Health Insurance was the Individual plan. Today I shall discuss Medicare. Thal This is a Federal program designed to provide health insurance for people over age 65 not covered by an employer plan as well as certain people who have been covered by Social Security Disability for at least 24 months. For the disabled on Social Security, the enrollment is automatic and the ID card arrives typically a month before the effective date. For those age 65 there are several enrollment opportunities. If a person has already taken early Social Security benefits, their card will arrive about 90 days before the month they turn 65. Many people will wait until they are 66 to get the larger retirement check, and they will have to enroll directly with Social Security, by phone, go in to a local Social Security office, online or call my office. We can assist and do it for you on the phone or in person. This should be done 90 days before your 65th birthday. If a person is still covered by an employer plan, check to see if enrollment in Medicare Part B is needed for your group plan. Small employer plans often assume a secondary position to Medicare, and require you to enroll. In other situations, Part B

enrollment can be deferred until you retire. WARNING: If your group plan does not provide "Creditable" Prescription Coverage, you will need to enroll in a Medicare Part D plan for age 65, or will be paying a penalty later in life when you need the coverage. When the Medicare card arrives in the mail, it is time to make several decisions. There are many holes in the plan, called deductibles and copays. These can be filled by purchasing a "Medicare Supplement" or you may want to assign your Medicare privileges to a Medicare HMO. There are several Medicare HMO plans serving the Kern River Valley, and they have no monthly premium. There is a charge when you use services, and those services are limited to specific doctors and hospitals as well as other medical providers. Generally, your physician will need the HMO's permission to refer you to specialists. This is a good alternative to Medicare by itself, and typically attractive to people of modest income in relatively good health. Medicare Supplements do have monthly premiums, but most plans have first dollar, 100 percent coverage with Medicare and free choice of any medical provider who participates in the Medicare program. 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 www.harrythal. com.

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) An offer to help with a stalled project should reassure you that you have a workable plan in spite of the problems in getting it up and running. The week's end brings more positive news. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A past problem about a workplace situation re-emerges early in the week. Talking things out helps ease tensions by midweek, but some hurt feelings could linger a few more days. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Optimistic aspects dominate your efforts. However, expect to confront some criticism, some of which might be valid, so keep an open mind. But overall, it's your views that will count. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Social interaction with new people, especially on the job, could be a bit strained in the early part of the week. But the awkwardness passes as you get to know each other better. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Expect news about a follow-up to a workplace change that could make a difference in your career path. Meanwhile, new friends widen the circle for all you Social Lions who love to party. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Enjoy your wellearned plaudits for a job well done. But be aware that some people might not share your colleagues' admiration, and you might have to work harder to

win them over. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) It's a good week to recheck your probably already overlong "to do" list and decide what to keep and what to discard. Lose the clutter and focus your energy on what's really important. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) This is a good time to take a new perspective on what you've been offered. Expanding your view could help to uncover any plusses or minuses that weren't apparent at first. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Applying the usual methods to this week's unique challenges might not work too well. Instead, use your creativity to find a way to resolve any impasse that develops. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) So what if fate throws some obstacles in your path this week? Just keep in mind that the sure-footed and resolute Goat can get past any barrier by focusing on the goals up ahead. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) This week calls for better communication with people in both your private life and the workplace. Start by asking questions, and then pay close attention to the answers. PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Potentially beneficial workplace changes could be closer than you realize. Make sure you know what's going on so that you're not left high and dry when the good things happen. © 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: DRAKEWELL SUPPLY CO. (2014 B4309) Street address of principal place of business: 5650 District Boulevard, Suite 102, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Mailing address of business: 705 Sand Creek Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Drakewell Supply, LLC, 705 Sand Creek Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a Limited Liability Company. 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: Sonia Salazar, Manager. This statement filed on 08/04/2014. Expires 08/04/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier August 22, 29, September 5 and 12, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: KERNVILLE TRAILER PARK (2014 - B4405) Street address of principal place of business: 11306 Kernville Road, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1909, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT: Thomas Edward Moore, 8889 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. Date the business commenced: 12/31/1999. 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: Thomas Moore. This statement filed on 08/08/2014. Expires 08/08/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier August 22, 29, September 5 and 12, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: TNT WESTERN HOMES, INC. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT. (2014 - B4453), DBA #2: WESTERN HOMES REALTY (2014 - B4454) Street address of principal place of business: 219 West Station Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address of business: 219 West Station Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. REGISTRANT: TNT WESTERN HOMES, INC., 219 West Station Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Date the business commenced: 09/26/2008. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. 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: Teresa M. Jacobs, President. This statement filed on 08/12/2014. Expires 08/12/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier August 22, 29, September 5 and 12, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: UN4GETTABLE BOUTIQUE (2014 B4187) Street address of principal place of business: 5002 Mar Grand, Bakersfield, CA 93307. Mailing address of business: 5002 Mar Grand, Bakersfield, CA 93307. REGISTRANT: Brenda Rita Oviedo Galvan, 5002 Mar Grand, Bakersfield, CA 93307. 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: Brenda Rita Oviedo Galvan. This statement filed on 07/29/2014. Expires 07/29/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier August 22, 29, September 5 and 12, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: SEQUOIA WELLNESS (2014 B4374) Street address of principal place of business: 20412 Brian Way, Suite 4A, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 20412 Brian Way, Suite 4A, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT: Christopher Seeley, 20412 Brian Way, Suite 4A, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 03/01/2009. 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: Christopher Seeley.

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This statement filed on 08/07/2014. Expires 08/07/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier August 29, September 5, 12 and 19, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: RBI (2014 - B4621), DBA #2: KALALU (2014 - B4622) Street address of principal place of business: 2801 Vassar Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address of business: 2801 Vassar Street, #27, Bakersfield, CA 93306. REGISTRANT: Carol Gloria Inniss, 2801 Vassar Street, 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: Carol Gloria Inniss. This statement filed on 08/21/2014. Expires 08/21/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier August 29, September 5, 12 and 19, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: THE HUMAN EXTENSION TEC (2014 - B4512), DBA #2: T.H.E. TEC (2014 - B4513) Street address of principal place of business: 113 South Green Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 113 South Green Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT: Craig Gary Britton, 113 South Green Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 12/01/1999. 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: Craig Britton. This statement filed on 08/14/2014. Expires 08/14/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier August 29, September 5, 12 and 19, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: MUDAWG CONSULTING (2014 B4686) Street address of principal place of business: 5119 Kickapoo Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of business: 5119 Kickapoo Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Nathan Albert Rodriguez, 5119 Kickapoo

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Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. 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: Nathan Albert Rodriguez. This statement filed on 08/26/2014. Expires 08/26/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: E. Del Villar. Published by the Kern River Courier September 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: ONE SPADE YOUTH PACKERS (2014 - B4732) Street address of principal place of business: 15729 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: 15729 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT: California Recreation Foundation, 15729 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. Date the business commenced: 01/01/2014. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. 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: Chuck

Richards, Director. This statement filed on 08/28/2014. Expires 08/28/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Guerrero. Published by the Kern River Courier September 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: MONKEY HEADS, LLC (2014 B4408) Street address of principal place of business: 915 Aleah Lane, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 915 Aleah Lane, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT: Monkey Heads, LLC, 915 Aleah Lane, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a Limited Liability Company. 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: Danielle R. Evansic, Manager. This statement filed on 08/08/2014. Expires 08/08/2019. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier September 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2014. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: RICHARD GONZALEZ CONSTRUCTION (2014 - B4798) Street address of principal place of business: 4571 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Unit 17, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 2359, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Richard Gonzalez, 1601 Oldfield Road, Bodfish, CA 93205. Date the business commenced: 10/08/2004. Business is being conducted as an Individual. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at

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Announcements, Continued from page 3 Fair, Continued from page 1 Saturdays from noon to 11 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 10 p.m. The Fine Arts, Harvest Hall, Community Exhibits and Hobbies close at 10 p.m. all twelve days of the Fair. The Fair carnival is open Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to closing and on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to closing. ■ Salute to Agriculture is Thursday, Sept. 18. This event includes a dinner saluting Kern County agriculture and the Agriculturist of the Year. ■ Senior Day Friday Sept. 19. The program begins at 9 a.m. with free admission for seniors age 55 and up and free parking for seniors until 4 p.m. ■ Monday Madness Sept. 22 brings everyone $5 admission until 9 p.m. ■ Get free admission Tuesday Sept. 23, from 1 to 9 p.m. by bringing four cans of non-perishable food t o benefit the Community Action Partnership of Kern and help fill the food banks before the holidays. ■ Kids Daze, Thursday Sept. 25, children aged 12 and under are free! ■ Gospel Day on the Frontier Stage is Saturday, Sept. 27 and will feature free entertainment throughout the day, beginning at noon and continuing into the late evening. Kern Valley's own Common Ground from Kern Valley Bible Church will perform at 1 p.m. Come out and support them. ■ The Fiesta Rodeo closes out the Fair on Sunday Sept. 28. Ole! New this year: ■ Discover the Dinosaurs, a fun environment of learning and activity that explores the wonderment and mystery of our pre-historic past. Once you enter the stone arch of the

huge tent, the adventure begins that is full of smiles, amazement and fun. Life size dinosaurs come to life right before your eyes. This is a paid attraction $6 per person. See more at discoverthedinosaurs.com. ■ Butterfly Adventure, a free walk through interactive attraction. Fairgoers will be able to lean the lifecycle of butterflies and hold and feed the butterflies as the follow them in the huge air-conditioned tent. Read about it at mybutterflyadventure.com. ■ Timberwork's Lumberjack Show offers spectators a unique blend of logging history, world-class competition, and plenty of hilarious comedy! Fun for every member of the family.

form at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce before Sep. 30. Refreshments will be provided at rehearsals! A Stage Sponsorship is available for this event. Please contact Lily at 760-376-2629 if interested.

Jeanette Rogers-Erickson Featured at Museum The Kern River Valley Historical Society is delighted to share the artwork of longtime valley resident Jeanette Rogers-Erickson. For the next two months Rogers-Erickson will be sharing her collection of original sketches and paintings. Her enjoyable work may have been first discovered on the early "Whiskey Flats Days" posters. She was also the contributing artist for the collection of Bob Powers' well-known local folklore books. Rogers-Erickson's love and caring is very evident with the family and natural expressions of her colorful works. Her display will be in the museum's art room for all to enjoy. Some wonderful gift ideas can be found there or in the museum's own "Country Store." Located next to the Post Office in Kernville, the museum is open Thursday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is always free and it's a great place to show your visitors one of the many wonderful attractions our valley has to offer. For more information call the museum staff at 760-376-6683.

Free things at the Fair:

■ Twelve nights of free concerts at the Budweiser Pavilion. ■ All-Alaskan Pig Races. To learn more, go topigrace.com ■ BMX Pro Trick Team ■ The Calico Corner Children's Area is full of free activities for kids. This area includes: Russell Brothers Circus with big circus tent and free shows daily, Goode Time Stage with community acts and magicians, clowns and Imagination Gallery and Wild Science with free fun and activities for kids. ■ KC's Farm with the petting zoo and a Blacksmith show and other attractions and activities. ■ Hypnotist Tina Marie on the Frontier Stage. every night but Sept. 22 and 27. To learn more about Tina Marie, go to funhypnotist.com. ■ Turkey Stampede. To learn more, go to turkeystampede.com/. ■ Hobby Pavilion, Exhibit buildings, community exhibits, farm, livestock barns, 4-H, FFA, FHA, photography and fine arts and crafts exhibits are also free.

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Fees, Continued from page 1 to coalition president Kitty Benzar, "Mr. Bishop's bill lacks any over-arching vision or framework of our public lands being spaces where we all are welcome and have access. It would be a major change in policy, accomplished without public hearings or debate." According to Benzar, it's likely that Bishop and Hastings are planning to get HR 5204 attached as a rider to the FY2015 appropriations bill. Although HR 5204 has attracted no sponsor in the Senate so far, it's likely that if attached as an appropriations rider it will pass both chambers without scrutiny or public debate, because appropriations bills are considered "must pass" in order to avoid a government shutdown. Bishop's bill would allow the kind of fees that have not been controversial to continue, such as fees for developed campgrounds and National Park entrance fees. But in addition to those

fees, it would allow general access fees for any federal recreational lands and waters. It would accomplish this by two types of fee: day use fees and permit fees. The only meaningful requirement for a day use fee would be that where your vehicle is parked there is a toilet of some kind or porta-potty within a half mile. The only meaningful requirement for a permit fee would be that where your vehicle is parked provides access to a "special area." Neither "special" nor "area" is defined. The land agencies would have complete discretion to claim that a place has a "special area." The result is that there would not be any place where a fee is not allowed. Other provisions in HR 5204 include eliminating the requirement that the agencies offer fee-free days, imposing a citizenship check before an annual interagency pass can be purchased, and an increase in allowable overhead costs from 15 to 25 percent.

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