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Eyes foryou Junonia coenia, the common buckeye is found in most parts of the United States, this case being the Kern River Whitewater Trail at SR 178 exit 43. Its habitat is open areas with low vegetation and some bare ground. The eyespots likely serve to startle or distract predators, especially young birds.
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timeanddate.com Courier Night sky Astronomy Day is celebrated twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall. In the spring, the holiday is held on the Saturday closest to the first quarter Moon between the months of April and May, while in the fall (autumn) it occurs on a Saturday closest to the quarter moon between September and October. In 2017 it was April 29 and September 30. Astronomy Day was created in 1973 by Doug Berger, then president of the Astronomical Association of North-ern California. The unofficial holiday is an attempt to raise the interest of the general public in astronomy by giving them easy access to astronomical instruments such as telescopes. The holiday also seeks to bridge the knowledge gap by giving the public a chance to interact with astronomers and space scientists. On the day, museums, observatories, universities, and astronomy clubs around the world set up easily accessible telescopes in public spaces including schools, parks, and shopping malls to allow people to observe the skies
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New ordinance rubs the wrong way Michael Batelaan Courier Reports Upset message therapists met on Monday, a meeting that was brought about by a letter written to Matt Constantine, Kern County Director of Public Health, written by Faith Morrison, certified massage therapist in Lake
Plans to begin construction on Isabella Dam modifications
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the Isabella Lake Dam in Lake Isabella. The award marks the beginning of construction to modify the dam in order to address identified overtopping, seismic, and seepage concerns.
The Pier Fire, at 36,556 acres, is 98 percent contained within the fire line as of September 22. The fire started on August 29 and was human caused, still under investigation. It is located on Highway 190, east of Springville. Firefighters, including five crews, four engines, five dozers and nine water tenders, will continue to extinguish remaining hot spots along the fire perimeter, suppression repair, and removal of fire equipment that is no longer needed. The public can still expect to see
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Dam plans - Beginning with the Emergincy Spillway and main dam raise work will start in early 2018.
Tyler Stalker, USACE Courier Just in The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District awarded a $204 million contract on September 18 to Flatiron/Dragados/Sakut Joint Venture of Benicia to construct modifications to
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Public can still expect to see smoke and flames Denise Alonzo, USFS Courier Update
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water data: Wednesday, noon Isabella Reservoir Storage 216,042 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 342 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 1,000 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) 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.
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October 21, 2017 at Rivernook Campground Bands: Lonely Avenue • Stoneflys • Weed Patch Carnival • The Usual Haunts • and more… Brewery Line Up: Lengthwise • Tioga Sequoia Brewing • House of Pendragon Brewing • Three Weavers • Scholb Brewing • Transplants • Eagle Rock Brewing • Dionysus • Temblor • Elysian Brewing • Lagunitas • Arrow Lodge Brewing • Hog Canyon • Bitter Brothers Brewing • Full Circle Brewing • Kinetic Brewery • Local Craft Beer Tehachapi • Smog City Brewing • Kern River Brewing Company • and more... 14001 Sierra Way Kernville • For more info go to www.kernvillebeerfest.com Benefitting Keepers of the Kern
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■ Hatchery Native Nursery Volunteer Day September 30 Come learn about California native plants and help rehabilitate the beauty of the Kern River Hatchery, which is currently under renovation. Join them for a day of repotting, weeding, and nurturing, water and snacks provided.. RSVP to troutfest@wildlife.ca.gov or call 916-539-6644.
our community, the State and our Nation at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. All members of the Kern River Valley community are welcome to come and join them in prayer. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. Then join in at Tank Park for Prayer in the Park from noon to 1 p.m. For more information call Bill Blanton at 760-891-6942.
■ KRV Collaborative October 3 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets at 9:30 a.m. at the Lake Isabella Veterans/Senior Center. Call 760379-2556 or go to krvfrc.org for information.
■ Fall health fair October 5 Come get health tips, free health screenings; see info booths, be in drawings and more, from 9:30 to 12:30 at the Hospital, 6412 Laurel Ave. Mt. Mesa. For information call Deborah Hess at 760-379-5257 ext 24 or email her at hessde@kvhd.org.
■ Medicare and a Movie October 4 Medicare and a Movie will be presented at the Reel Cinema in Wofford Heights. Harry Thal will be educating the community for this year's third annual presentation. There will be free popcorn and a drink. Following seminar, stay to see the current feature free for those who attend. ■ Prayer Breakfast October 5 The community is invited to join in prayer for
Regular activities Fridays
■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (3rd Fri.) Valley Caregiver Resource Center caregiver support at CCS, 2731 Nugget Ave. Lake Isabella. 661-821-1626.
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■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ Noon (3rd Sat.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, 2807 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-223-5224 ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. Karaoke @7 p.m. Fraternal Order of Eagles, open to public, 12251 Hwy 178 Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.
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■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846. ■ 2 p.m. Sex Addicts Anonymous (Mens). KV Alano Club 4030 Perdue Ave. Lake Isabella. 760-514-6883.
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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-583. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., NAMI Connection Support Group, Kern Valley Hospital, Mt Mesa. 760-379-4793 or 760223-2674. ■ 5:30 - 7 p.m., (every other week) Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group, Call 760-3792264 or 760-417-1324. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Membership), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Community Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. Dark July/August.
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■ 9:30 - 11 a.m. (1st Tue.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 10 a.m. - noon; 1p.m.- 3 p.m. Kern County ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., L.I. ■ Noon to 2 p.m. No cost craft class, Faith Community Church. Call 760-812-0755. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella. 760-376-3138. ■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 4:50 p.m. (2nd & 4th Tue.), Erskine Fire Support Group Faith Community Church 20 W. Panorama Dr. Wofford Heights. 760-205-9009. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-379-5552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272. ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.
■ Rummage sale October 6 and 7 Don't miss the Lake Isabella and Bodfish Property Owners Assoc. rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day at 18 Dodger St., Bodfish. All proceeds stay in the Valley. ■ Peddler's Faire October 6 and 7 Come to Faith Community gym Friday 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for food, music, crafts, antiques, raffles,
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■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Nuui Cuni Cultural Center Craft Day, French Gulch Group Campground. 760379-5831. ■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762. ■ 9:30 -11:30a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Hall Lake Isabella. 760-379-5986 or 661-867-2579. ■ 10:00 a.m., T.A.P. Thought and Perception or, Tank Park, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3304. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders Post 711 Moose Lodge 6732 lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion and Auxiliary Post 711Veterans/Senior Hall Lake Isabella. Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts. 760-379-7312 or 760-378-0041.
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■ 9 a.m. - noon First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 661-868-7300. ■ 8:30 and 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., LI ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella. 760-376-3138. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831 ■ Noon - 3 p.m., Artists Workshop, Senior Center, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. $9 per yr 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thur.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 6:30 p.m. (1st Thurs.) Kern River Rockhound Club. Nuui Cunni Cultural Center, Hwy 155 at French Gulch, Wofford Heights. 760-812-1120. ■ 7 p.m. (4th Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Kern Valley Chorus, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.
AA Meetings
■ If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Meetings daily; Kernville, Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights. Call Alcoholics Anonymous 760-379-4112.
Bingo Guide
■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.
prizes, a fashion show and more. 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights. For more info call Jeanette Erickson at 760-417-2555 or go to faithcommunity.us. ■ Kern Valley High School Broncs October 6 Broncs football goes to Bishop. ■ Shoebox Collection Kick-off October 7 Operation Christmas Child will hold their 2017 Shoebox Kickoff event at the Peddler's Faire at Faith Community, 20 W. Panorama Dr, Wofford Heights. Folding "go" boxes and other free materials will be available. Please join them at 2 p.m. in the upper room above the café. For information please call Irene Martinson at 760-417-2279. ■ Mystery lantern tour and ghost hunt October 7 J. Paul Corlew will lead the tour. The tour is from 8 p.m. to 10:30. Cash only the night of event or pay by credit card by calling 760379-5146 ahead of event. The Ghost Town is located at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd. Bodfish. ■ Pumpkin Patch Bunco fundraiser October 8 Pumpkin Patch Bunco at 1 p.m. at the Museum Annex, 60 Big Blue Road, Kernville, $20. Limited seating. Refreshments, prizes, fun. Call 503-298-9395 or email moosecreek_@msn.com. ■ Library book sale October 9 and 10 The Friends of the Library will be holding book sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Set-up and presale on Mondays from 4 to 6 p.m. in the community room at the main library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ St. Jude Fall Festival October 13, 14 and 15 Come for crafts, Christmas gifts, a huge garage sale, pantry items, a variety of food, a silent auction, gift baskets, a raffle for a 7day Mexican Riviera cruise and $1500 cash raffle in five prizes. Call 760-376-2416. ■ Mystery lantern tour and ghost hunt October 13 J. Paul Corlew will lead this Friday the 13th tour. The tour is from 8 p.m. to 10:30. Cash only the night of the event or pay by credit card by calling 760-379-5146 ahead of the event. The Ghost Town is located at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd. Bodfish. ■ Kick Back in Kernville Car show October 14 Don't miss the 42nd annual Kick Back in Kernville River Run car show at Riverside Park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To enter or for more information, contact Rhodeshow Productions at 909-754-5270, or email Rhodeshow48@gmail.com. ■ Happy Feet Dance October 15 The Happy Feet Dancers are going bowling! They start at noon when the doors open for $2 per game per person. There will be no shoe rental charge. Call 760-812-1059 to RSVP by Oct. 1 or on Facebook at Happy Feet Dance KRV, to help reserve lanes. ■ Senator Fuller, Congressman McCarthy office hours, October 19 The office hours will be held at the Kern River Valley County Administrative Building from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. to facilitate communication between the representatives and the communities they serve. To schedule an appointment call Fuller's office at 661-3230443 or McCarthy's office at 661-327-3611. ■ Astronomy Club Star Party October 21 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club is holding a Star Party starting at sunset at the Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville (look for the orange cones about 1 mile S of McNally's). Bring a lounge chair. For more info, contact Rich Burdge at 760-376-6290 or email him at richburdge@aol.com. All events are subject to change. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received by 12 noon. on Tuesday for Friday’s issue. Calendar listing may be edited for space available. Business advertising will not be accepted. Submit your information direct to office@kernrivercourier.com
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Kern River Hatchery Native Nursery Volunteer Day Come September 30 and learn about California native plants and help rehabilitate the beauty of the Kern River Hatchery, which is currently under renovation. In an effort to mitigate for the loss of trees and foliage, they are developing a native plant nursery that encompasses all types of native plants, trees, shrubs and grasses. Join them for a day of repotting, weeding, and nurturing. Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and a hat. Long-sleeved shirt and closed-toe shoes are recommended. Park in the Hatchery visitor parking lot. There will be water and snacks provided, as well as shade and misters. RSVP to troutfest@wildlife.ca.gov or call Jana at 916-539-6644.
Countdown to Shoebox Collection Week Saturday, October 7, in the middle of the annual Peddler's Faire at Faith Community, 20 W. Panorama Dr, Wofford Heights, Operation Christmas Child will hold their 2017 Shoebox Kickoff event. Folding "go" boxes and other free materials will be available along with a personalized message to the Kern River Valley from a Shoebox recipient. Please join them at 2 p.m. in the upper room above the café. For information please call Irene Martinson at 760-417-2279.
LIBOA Rummage sale The Annual Rummage Sale fundraiser for the Lake Isabella and Bodfish Property Owner's Association is Friday and Saturday, October 6 and 7. Times are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days. Location is 18 Dodger Street in Bodfish. Proceeds from this sale stay in the Kern River Valley and support many local causes (Scholarships, Search and Rescue, Sheriff's Activities League, Stewards of the Sequoia and George and Darlene Randall Skate Park). If readers of The Courier would like to donate items for this fundraiser, please contact Karene Williams at 760-379-1434.
Pumpkin Patch Bunco Museum fundraiser Come October 8 for refreshments, prizes and fun and help support the Museum. Pumpkin Patch Bunco starts at 1 p.m. at the Museum Annex, 60 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Seating is limited, so call and reserve your spot today. 503-298-9395 or email moosecreek_@msn.com.
St. Jude Catholic Church annual Fall Festival St. Jude Catholic Church in Wofford Heights is having its annual Fall Festival on Friday through Sunday October 13, 14 and 15. All are welcome to attend at no admission charge from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday. There will be a large yard sale, a food pantry with baked goods, locally produced honey, jams and jellies, craft items for sale inexpensively, raffle tickets, silent auction, gift baskets and more. The kitchen and snack bar will be open offering food and soft drinks. All of this occurs at St. Jude Catholic Church, 86 Nellie Dent Dr. Wofford Heights. Call the Parish Office at 760-376-2416 for more information.
My wife's brother keeps in touch monthly by cell phone and he uses it to keep up to date on family doings. So last week when he called wishing Middleworth her a Happy Birthday I remembered that the last time I saw him his basement walls were covered with foam egg cartons used for sound purpose for his band when they practice. It got me to thinking of the millions of egg cartons that get thrown away every day. Recently, I picked up a carton and read the nutritional information inside the carton; it said the serving size was one egg, and that there were twelve servings in the carton (No surprise here). It told of the calories, fat content and vitamins (Still no surprises). It was the second panel that raised our antennas as it purported to help us become recycling heroes. It says, and I quote, "If you want to recycle this carton we have some good news." Then it went on to say that the average household of four eats fifty dozen eggs a year. That adds up to 1.8 pounds of polystyrene egg cartons (fifty cartons) that are dumped into landfills by just one family. But here is the good news; they say you no longer have to fill your garbage with this styrene waste. Instead you can save up the cartons and send them back to the egg company (An address is given). They
promise that they will destroy the plastic so it no longer harms the environment and that you can feel proud about your efforts. This is all very well and good, but do the math. The U.S. has a population of about three hundred million and roughly twenty five million of them are families of four. That means that those families using fifty cartons of eggs each year (fifty times twenty five million) will accumulate one billion, two hundred fifty million cartons weighing forty five million pounds. If everyone decided to send their years worth of cartons in on January 1st, how will the Postal Service handle that? Of course there'll be revenue from postage and properly done the Postal Service could get out of debt in just one day. Plus, you'd heroically be saving the environment and feeling good about yourself. Just don't expect any mail for the rest of January. This is a revised version of a column I wrote nine years ago and thought it would be appropriate to remind people that the Post Office folks have their challenges, many of which are the fault of the general public, so be careful of how you handle your egg cartons you could help damage the U.S. Postal service, or UPS or FedEx. To take it a step further how would our local postal people handle their share of an increase as states above? Don't worry it could never happen…or could it? Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired securitymanager for Pacific Bell.
Mediacom offering $55,000 in scholarships Mediacom Communications is offering $55,000 in scholarship support for high school seniors who plan to obtain further education. The scholarship program is in its 17th consecutive year and Mediacom's investment will award $1,000 World Class Scholarships to 55 high school seniors. Scholarship recipients are given the flexibility to use the financial award to support educational expenses for higher education or vocational training from any accredited post-secondary institution starting in the fall of 2018. Award selection is based on academic achievement and leadership. Scholarships are available online at: mediacomworldclass.com for submission of applications on or before the February 16, 2018 deadline. "As a company, Mediacom makes it a priority to give back to communities in which we do business, and one of the best ways is to invest in promising students who are our future leaders," said Mediacom Regional Vice President Bill Jensen. Recipients will be selected from the 21 states where Mediacom provides service. A complete list of communities in Mediacom service areas is included with the online application. Inquiries may be sent to: scholarship@mediacomcc.com.
It's happening at the Kern River Valley Library The Kern River Valley Branch Library in Lake Isabella has many wonderful free events happening during the month of September. See
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CALM's Boo-at-the-Zoo event October 21 and 22 Boo-at-the-Zoo at the California Living Museum is set for Oct. 21 and 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests of all ages are encouraged to wear costumes. Visiting goblins will be able to trick-or-treat their way around the zoo, visit with the animals and experience the natural gardens just as the foliage is beginning to turn. Children 12 years and under are FREE, and of course, CALM members are free as well. Children must be accompanied by an adult. There will be "spooktacular" games and treats, festive decorations, as well as wildlife presentations, animal encounters and several of the animals will receive a treat filled jack-o-lantern! Rides on the Central California Children's Railroad are only $1 and the Condor Challenge Climbing Tower is free. Food services will be provided by Hunsaker Bros. Carnie Corn. Boo-at-the-Zoo is a safe, kid-friendly way of trick-or-treating that makes this event enjoyable for all. For information, call 661-872-2256. Visit them on their website, calmzoo.org and on Facebook.
Caregiver Resource Center assistance for seniors Valley Caregiver Resource Center is a non-profit agency that receives funding from Kern County Aging and Adult Services to provide a Homemaker Program to Seniors in the Kern River Valley area. Lower income seniors aged 60 or older who need assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, ambulating, or eating are eligible for the program. The Homemaker Program contracts with providers who can assist with tasks such as bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, and shopping. Seniors living on their own or with family members should contact Chris Barrett at 661-821-1626 or 1-800-541-8614 to find out if they qualify. continued
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Garden Community Fellowship is having its fall picnic at Tank Park in Lake Isabella on Saturday October 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. There will be free chili dogs and fixin's, children's games, face painting, and fun! Come join the fun! For more information, call Jim or Jennie Cox at 760-379-4828.
Meaningful true worship Ron Moore, Back to the Bible Courier Inspiration
God said to show true justice to others. Demonstrate mercy and love to each other. Take care of the needy widow. Take "This is what the Lord Almighty said: in the orphan. Accept the foreigner. 'Administer true justice; show mercy and Provide for the poor. Stop premeditated, compassion to one another. Do not hurtful actions against each other. oppress the widow or the fatherless, the Without meaningful actions, worship foreigner or the poor. Do not plot evil can quickly become meaningless ritual. against each other.'" Zechariah 7:9-10 A powerful prayer becomes pointless by In Zechariah, mindless repetiChapter 7, the peotion. A timeless Without meaningful actions, worship ple of Israel asked, creed encompass"Should I mourn can quickly become meaningless ritual. ing the essentials of and fast in the fifth the faith can lose its - Moore month as I have impact with numbdone for so many ing recitation. A years?" But God song that moved us replied by asking them a question, to tears when we first heard it can wear "When you fasted and mourned in the a rut through our hearts so that we are fifth and seventh months for the past sevbored of the words. We can't just go enty years, was it really for me that you through the motions. True worship is fasted?" In other words, "Have your proven by actions. yearly religious observances really been Father, point out to me any area of my for me? Or were you simply going worship and service to You where I am through the motions to soothe your consimply going through the motions. Show science and check off your 'Religious me any area that I am doing for myself Observance' box?" Then God offered and not for You. When You reveal to me some action steps to show true worship. where I need to change, help me change. Instead of going through the motions, In Jesus' name. Amen.
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Troubled, but not surprised Ben Richey, Courier Columnist I can honestly say that over a lifetime of intersecting with media and pop-culture, I have mostly lost the ability to be surprised by the vulgar, the Richey lewd, or the immoral. We live in a culture that punishingly parades the sensual, sexual, disordered, derogatory, and the degrading before our eyes at almost every moment of every day through television, movies, internet, print media, news, advertising, and other outlets. In a culture where a great many Americans, Christians included, entertain themselves with things like Game of Thrones, House of Cards, Deadpool, 50 Shades of Grey, and a whole host of others shows, movies, books, and music that are literally saturated with such vulgarity (and worse), shock and stress over this is a welcome change. As Christians living in a fallen world, these things shouldn't necessarily surprise us, but they should trouble us. We were not made to look unflinchingly at disorder and decay and not be affected by it. In 2 Peter 2:8, while discussing God's ability to rescue the righteous while simultaneously punishing the wicked, Peter referenced a guy named Lot, the nephew of Abraham. Lot chose to make his home in the notoriously wicked city of Sodom.
Sodom and her sister city Gomorrah were very difficult places for righteous people to live because the culture had abandoned all semblance of morality and become full of violence, danger, sensuality, and vice. And what Peter says is that Lot was "oppressed by the sensual conduct of unprincipled men (for by what he saw and heard that righteous man, while living among them, felt his righteous soul tormented day after day by their lawless deeds)." It weighed heavy on Lot that he was surrounded by and continually pummeled by evil words and evil conduct. It vexed his soul. While we don't get to say "we ought to be more like Lot" very often, because the rest of the narrative doesn't reflect very well on him, this is one place where maybe we should consider it. Does anything vex our souls anymore? We don't need to walk through life mad at the world for being the world, but we bear the image of God and the Holy Spirit, and hopefully that means that when we come face to face with things that break God's heart, our hearts will break too. Broken and contrite hearts seek after God in prayer. They long to see His Kingdom come and His will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Now more than ever, that's what we need as God's people. Ben Richey is the lead pastor of Kernville First Baptist Church. This column originally ran October 14, 2016.
Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Cornelius in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. What were Gihon, Pison, Tigris and Euphrates as connected with the Garden of Eden? Cities, Kings, Rivers, Caves 3. In the sight of the Lord, how many years are but as yesterday when it is past? 10, 100, 500, 1,000 4. From 1 Kings, who is given credit for writing 1,005 songs? Jacob, Solomon, Philip, David 5. In Acts 13, where were Paul and Barnabas deserted by Mark? Jericho, Perga, Athens, Damascus 6. From Psalms 147, what did God giveth snow like? Praise, Outcasts, Wool, Clouds 1) Neither; 2) Rivers; 3) 1,000; 4) Solomon; 5) Perga; 6) Wool
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Valley places of Worship Kernville
■ Kernville First Baptist Church 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 66 Big Blue Road (Alta One), Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2636 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m
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■ 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. ■ Canyon Hills Kern River Valley 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. & Wed. 7 p.m. 760-376-6402 ■ Faith Community North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416
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■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ 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 ■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school 10:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Garden Community Fellowship 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 5 p.m. 760-223-5293
■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3810 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.,Tue. Ladies study 10 a.m., Wed. mid-week 5 p.m. 760-379-0004 ■ 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 ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. ■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 7 p.m. Wednesday 760-549-3186
Southlake/Weldon
■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 9:00 a.m. 760-378-2321 To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).
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Critters Without Litters celebrates five-year anniversary Critters Without Litters Courier Pets October 1 marks the five-year anniversary of Critters Without Litters' opening their nonprofit spay/neuter clinic in Bakersfield. Since opening, Critters has spayed or neutered over 43,000 cats and dogs living in our community. "We are beyond proud that we are able to help pet owners who are committed to a future where we no longer have to euthanize animals in our shelters due to overpopulation," said Vicky Thrasher, executive director. "Just imagine the impact of 43,000 pets who are no longer having puppies and kittens, and that those puppies and kittens aren't having puppies and kittens. We're talking hundreds of thousands of cats and dogs that will never need to go to a shelter or rescue, because pet owners understand the importance of spay/neuter in ending pet homelessness and trusted us to be their partner in getting their pet fixed." In addition to altering pets in the community, Critters also offers a low-cost vaccine clinic four days a week and works with the city and county to help sterilize feral and free-roaming cats as
part of their trap-neuter-return programs. Critters also partners with several animal welfare organizations to accept their vouchers and subsidy programs, further reducing the cost of getting a pet fixed for those people in need of further assistance. "The road to a future where every pet in Kern County has a safe, loving, forever home is a long one, but spay/neuter is the surest way for us as a community to get there. Since opening our doors in 2012 the euthanasia rate in our shelters has dropped by nearly 50 percent, and spay/neuter plays a huge part in making that happen. We are committed to being here and dedicating ourselves to this lifesaving work for as long as it takes, until the day that no healthy, adoptable pet ever has to be euthanized simply because we have no place for them to go," Thrasher said. Critters Without Litters is the only nonprofit, low-cost spay/neuter facility in Kern County, operating Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information, or to schedule an appointment for your pet, call 661831-6000 or visit their website at www.critterswithoutlitters.org.
Announcements, Continued from page 3 ■ Every Thursday beginning at 10:30 join them for Toddler Time and Baby Bounce, reading fun for the youngest library patrons. ■ All teens are invited to join in at 3:30 for Teen Mania a fun time. ■ Adults and youth are welcome to join for free guitar, ukulele, keyboarding, and computer lessons. Lessons available by appointment. ■ Are you a Veteran? Visit the Veteran's Resource Center for interesting books, free resources and even assistance in obtaining the services you are entitled to. Assistance available by appointment. ■ Do you have an ebook device that you just can't figure out? Fret no more; we have help here Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays! The library is a fun, exciting place to be. In addition to all the free programming we also have many books, movies and magazines available for checkout with a valid library card. Visit us to see how you can obtain a card! They provide computer access, including Wi-Fi. They have photocopying and fax services available too. Their doors are open Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 5p.m. For more information they can be reached at 760-549-2083 or like them on Facebook!
Mega Trap, Neuter, Release event planned The Friends of the Kern County Animal Shelter's KRV Snip & Tip program for feral cats is coming to Wofford Heights four days in October and four days in November. If you have feral cats and have not yet been contacted by a Snip & Tip volunteer, contact them and report your address, phone and number of cats. Email Lynn at lynnzontini@gmail.com or Barbara at andradebj@yahoo.com, or call 760-417-2000. They need the community's help and support. If you can help, call 661-342-4344.
Bus trip to Laughlin planned Join the California Grandmother's Club and Senior Center bus trip to Laughlin. This is an overnight trip from October 30 to November 1 at the Riverside Hotel and Casino. One person room $160 and two person room $270; two breakfasts and one dinner each. Leaves the Moose Lodge at 7:30 a.m. Coffee, donuts and bathrooms available at 6:30 a.m. Fun on the bus. Money for reservations is due by October 13. Contact Kitty Leu at 760-379-7923, Carrie Prough 949-466-9629 or Sharon Tatman at 760-376-1531.
Kern River Valley's 2nd Veteran's Stand Down Kern Valley American Legion Post 711 Auxiliary will hold the second annual Stand Down on Saturday, November 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kern Valley Veteran/Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. Services offered will include VA benefits information, health services and screenings, employment services, counseling and substance abuse assistance. Items available will include food and refreshments, personal care items, blankets. If your business or organization would like to assist with offering services to local KRV Veterans or would like more information, please call Samantha Kessler at 760-985-9547. Please bring Military ID or DD214 if available. This event is co-sponsored by the Kern River Valley Woman's Club.
Kern Valley Search and Rescue fundraiser Kern Valley Search and rescue relies on the community to fund and maintain the rescue equipment needed to perform rescues on the Kern River and throughout the Kern River Valley. They look to local businesses annually to sponsor the unit with a donation to help meet the goal of providing the highest level of rescue readiness possible. KVSAR is a 501c3 non-profit organization and is composed entirely of volunteers. Any amount helps! With this year's donations they are working towards purchasing a Zodiac rescue boat for shallow water use, a monopod pulley system and life vests and helmets for team members. Donations are tax deductible and 100 percent of donations go to rescue equipment. Sponsorship levels that include an optional plaque are Gold $500, Silver $250 and Bronze $100. Make checks payable to Kern Valley Search and Rescue, PO Box 1287, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 or donate online at kvsar.com. Email questions to kernvalleysearchandrescue@gmail.com.
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Medicare and a Movie Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Earlier this month, I taught a Continuing Education class to health insurance agents in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. In reading the program Thal handed out to the 250 agents in attendance, the program listed me as "the FAMOUS Harry P Thal". I got a real kick out of my being famous. When the host announced me, I was then introduced as the "Medicare Guru". It was a really great way to start off a presentation with a swelled head. Well, Kern River Valley residents, guests and visitors, you too will get to see the Famous Harry P Thal this coming Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 12:15 at the Reel Cinema in Wofford Heights. I inserted fliers in the Sun and the Courier last week, so I am expecting a standing room only crowd. My office is accepting reservations 760-376-2100 and we will hold seats for those who reserve until 12:30. Then it will be any man or woman for themselves. The presentation is geared for people who want a free bag of popcorn and a drink. Seriously, it is for people who are soon approaching Medicare coverage. Either they will soon be turning 65 or are disabled and qualify for Medicare after the 25th month of Social Security disability. I have been attending the certification classes for all the plans being offered in Kern County. Each insur-
ance company provides annual training and certification, and I provide all the available plans to my clients, hence 60-80 hours of annual study. I have driven as far as San Diego county for classes and as far north as Fresno to prepare myself for this annual event. During my free educational seminar at Reel Cinema, I will be discussing the Original Medicare program, the Medicare Supplement plans, including the new (to California) plan G, the most comprehensive Plan F supplement as well as the various HMO plans for Kern County residents. There are many changes to the Prescription drug plans and the HMO plans for 2018. Most notably, several plans will now offer Over the Counter medications and supplies. Transportation has been expanded on many HMO plans, providing taxi or van transportation to medical providers. There will be several new plans available in the Kern River Valley in 2018 for people with "special needs" and those who qualify for Medi-Cal. As you can see, this will be an information packed educational experience free for my neighbors and friends here in the valley. Because of limited seating, please call for a reservation. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106), on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at harrythal@aol.com or harrythal.com.
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Star-struck - The Kern River Valley Astronomy Club holds a Star Party on the Saturday closest to the new moon each month, starting at sunset at the Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville. Watch for it in the Courier Calendar. For more information, contact Rich Burdge at 760376-6290 or email him at richburdge@aol.com.
Astronomy, Continued from page 1 during the day and night. Other events include lectures and conferences, educational outreach, exhibitions, and essay competitions. Astronomy is the study of celestial bodies and non-Earthly phenomena. It deals with objects like the planets, stars, and asteroids as well as events such as eclipses and meteor showers. Studied since ancient times, the field of astron-
omy originated and evolved over millennia due to the need for humans to understand the history and science of the Earth and to comprehend causes of celestial events. Until very recently, astronomy and astrology were seen as related fields of study. It was only in the 17th century that they separated ways. Today, astrology is seen as a field that deals with spirituality rather than science. We can actually see the past. Light from distant stars take a very long time to reach the Earth, so
when we look at a star through a telescope we are looking at the light that left the star several hundred, thousands or even million years ago! The Kern River Valley Astronomy Club holds a Star Party on the Saturday closest to the new moon each month, starting at sunset at the Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville. Watch for it in the Courier Calendar. For more information, contact Rich Burdge at 760376-6290 or email him at richburdge@aol.com.
PICKS OF THE WEEK “47 Meters Down” (PG-13) What's better than a relaxing, sunfilled vacation south of the border? How about intentionally submerging oneself in the ocean in the middle of shark town with a limited supply of oxygen? Super fun, sign me up! For sisters Kate (Claire Holt) and Lisa (Mandy Moore), this is what vacation looks like, but when the cord tethering their protective diving cage to the boat snaps and the cage plunges to the ocean floor, things get real. The sisters must contend with circling great white sharks, and it's terrifying. The MPA rating is PG-13, but it's just on the right side of scary. “Transformers: The Last Knight” (PG-13) - The fifth installment of the Transformers saga brings mysticism to the machines as we get the history of Transformers on Earth from Merlin (Stanley Tucci) and the Knights of the Round Table. There is a new, even more dangerous threat against the planet and humanity itself, and again, we are down to a ragtag group of survivors to save us. Cade Yeager (Mark Wahlburg) and his tiny cadre of remaining Autobots team with street urchins (the very adorable Isabela Moner as Izabella), astronomer/historian Sir Edmund Burton (Anthony Hopkins) and a descendant of Merlin himself to thwart the desires of Quintessa, leader of Cybertron. There's no real need to know any backstory. This
Claire Holt in "47 Meters Down"
movie is nearly 2 1/2 hours of Michael Bay-fest start to finish -explosion, explosion, heartwarming moment, explosion, victory. “Queen of the Desert” (PG-13) - Werner Herzog came out of near retirement to give us a sweeping biopic of Gertrude Bell (Nicole Kidman) -- explorer of the Middle East and inspirational feminist figure. A privileged young woman, Bell had no desire for debutante balls and was subsequently shipped off to live with relatives in Iran, where through years of exploration and contactmaking, she grew into a powerful diplomatic force, negotiating on behalf of the British government. Instead of focusing on Bell's contributions, Herzog chooses a narrow and tragic romantic storyline involving a junior diplomat in the Tehran office, Henry Cadogan (James Franco). The result is a flat profile of a robust figure. Robert Pattinson turns in a passable T.E. Lawrence, with whom Bell forged a platonic partnership. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Offers up a Cajon combo 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 1/2 cup water 1 cup rice Grated cheddar cheese Cut sausage into bite size chunks. Brown in skillet with oil, onions and bell pepper. Place in flat casserole dish with soup, rice and water. Bake 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with cheese and bake until melted. Approximately 5 minutes. Bodfish Bob’s Coca Cola Cake Bodfish Bob Bodfish Bob’s New Orleans Cabbage 1 head cabbage 1 lg. onion, diced 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 lb. smoked sausage, sliced in 1-inch chunks 1 (14.5 ounce)can stewed tomatoes 6 strips bacon, cooked Cook bacon, cut into small pieces. Brown the onion in small amount of bacon grease. Coarsely chop cabbage; add to onions. Combine all ingredients and mix. Cook over low to medium heat in large pot or skillet until cabbage is done. Bodfish Bob’s Sausage and Rice Casserole 1 pkg. smoked sausage 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper 1/4 cup oil (or less)
2 sticks butter 6-1/2 oz. coca cola 3 Tblsp. cocoa 2 cup sifted self-rising flour 2 cup sugar 1 Tblsp. vanilla 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1/2 Tblsp. vinegar 1 tsp. baking soda 2 cup miniature marshmallows Heat butter, coca cola, and cocoa until boiling. In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, vanilla, eggs, milk, vinegar, baking soda, and only 1 cup of marshmallows. When the coca cola mixture begins to boil, pour into flour mixture and beat well. Pour in the remaining marshmallows and stir. Pour into greased pan 9 by 13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.
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Plenty to do this Fall here KRV! Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass around along with some great Catfish action and Trout as well. This is the time of year to really Well it looks like explore the Kern River and do so fall is upon us. I safely. have lived in the Fishing in the lake is also quite Kern Valley all of good in the fall, usually this is the my life, and honesttime of year I really catch lots of ly I think fall is my Catfish. Panfish are also biting well favorite time of Freeman right now in the shallows at the year. The temps back of the coves and around strucstart to cool down ture. They are small, but that's ok but it is not cold, the days are still that means we had a good spawn pretty long and there is usually year, and they are still really fun to almost no wind all day long. Fall in catch. Trout the Kern Valley fishing in the and the surrounding mounThe temps start to cool down but it lake is a hit and miss with the tains is just a is not cold, the days are still pretty warmer water beautiful time of long and there is usually almost no but fish are still year. wind all day long. The trees in - Freeman being caught up in the North the South Fork Fork and by all turn wondertrollers fishing either very deep or ful shades of yellow and orange. The very early. Lots of small Bass around Aspen groves do the same up in the right now, find cover and cast to it High Country; they are a sight to with finesse rigs and you will have behold. There is also lots to do this your fill of half pound fish. A great time of year in the outdoors. Dove sign for the future and some of the season and deer season begin, along larger models are being caught as with great fishing in both the Upper well. and Lower Kern. Keep in mind, the limit for The Upper Kern is fishing wonLargemouth Bass is 2 per day and derfully right now with lots of fish they have to be 15" or longer. The being caught. Water conditions weather is great, get outside and clouded up for a bit due to some enjoy this beautiful valley we live in high country thunderstorms but it's this fall! nice and clear again and the flows are just perfect. The Lower Kern is Matt Freeman is a local resident, becoming easier to fish with the businessman and outdoorsman and can lower flows and is just seems full of be reached at cooltuna12@yahoo.com or bass this year. There are lots of 760-223-0880.
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Join BLM Bakersfield for National Public Lands Day Serena Baker, BLM Courier Outdoors Roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty helping the Bureau of Land Management Bakersfield Field Office beautify a popular site as part of National Public Lands Day, September 30. "Public land visitors who give back by pitching in during...Public Lands Days are a huge help in keeping our campgrounds, visitor centers and recreation areas looking good and functioning year after year," says Bakersfield Field Manager Gabriel Garcia. A service opportunity is available at the Goodwin Education Center, which is the hub for information and the first stop
for wildflower followers at the Carrizo Plain National Monument, located about halfway between Bakersfield and Santa Maria, California. Volunteers are needed to help prune shrubs, clear weeds, sand and varnish the wood door and benches, clean inside and replace vehicle barriers. If interested, please RSVP to John Kelley at 661-391-6107 to help get an accurate count as the Friends of the Carrizo will provide lunch for volunteers. Then, meet at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30 at the Goodwin Education Center, 17495 Soda Lake Road, in California Valley. Please remember to bring plenty of water and wear sturdy shoes, long sleeved shirt and a hat.
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Kern Valley Search and Rescue relies on the community to fund and maintain the rescue equipment needed to perform rescues on the Kern River and throughout the Kern River Valley. We look to local businesses annually to sponsor the unit with a donation to help us meet our goal of providing the highest level of rescue readiness possible. KVSAR is a 501c3 non-profit organization and is composed entirely of volunteers. Any Amount Helps! Donations are tax deductible! 100% of donations go to rescue equipment!
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■ U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646
7046 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-549-2100
■ Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.
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■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business only: 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only: 760-378-3055
■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 760-379-5236 866-KRV4FUN ■ Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville 760-376-2629 866-KERNVILLE (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads)
With this years donations, we are working towards purchasing a zodiac rescue boat for shallow water use, a monopod pulley system, and life vests & helmets for team members.
Plaques Would you like a plaque with your Platinum, Gold, Silver, or Bronze Sponsorship? Yes ____ No ____ Make Checks Payable to: Kern Valley Search and Rescue PO Box 1287 Lake Isabella, CA 93240 or Donate online at www.kvsar.com. Email: kernvalleysearchandrescue@gmail.com
Sponsorship Levels • Platinum Sponsor $1,000 • Gold Sponsor $500 • Silver Sponsor $250 • Bronze Sponsor $100 • Other Amount
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Kern River Courier Legal Notices ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: LAKEVIEW MOTEL (2015-B3483) Street address of business: 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of Business: PO Box 3076, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Robert Allen Jamison, 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 and Lynnae Ann Jamison, 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 06/03/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 08/30/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Chaides, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier September 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2017. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: LAKEVIEW MOTEL (2017-B5909), 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: PO Box 3076, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANTS: SARAH LORRAINE JAMISON, 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Sarah Lorraine Jamison. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 08/30/2017 and expires 08/30/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: V. Zuniga. Published by the Kern River September 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2017. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-01425-CA, A.P.N.: 488-072-23-00, Property Address: 2110 2nd St, Wasco, CA 93280-1115 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/30/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Guadalupe Jimenez AND YURALVA JIMENEZ HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 01/19/2006 as Instrument No. 0206014344 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 10/11/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $168,149.27. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2110 2nd St, Wasco, CA 93280-1115, A.P.N.: 488-072-23-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $168,149.27. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.
The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource .com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSer vices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-01425-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: September 5, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMa nagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier September 15, 22, and 29, 2017)
Chant, President. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/05/2017 and expires 09/05/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Gutierrez-Hernandez. Published by the Kern River Courier September 15, 22, 29, and October 6, 2017.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 17-0036 - APN: 258-040-33-00 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02-10-2009 SALE. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On October 5, 2017 at 12:00 pm, Elite Trust Deed Services, Inc., a California Corporation as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust recorded 04-062009, as Inst. No. 0209048573 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Kern County, State of California, Executed by Gary A. Fox, an unmarried man, as his sole and separate property, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) at: Outside the main entrance to the Wanda Kirk Library, 3611 Rosamond Blvd., Rosamond, CA 93560. ALL CASHIER'S CHECKS MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO ELITE TRUST DEED SERVICES, INC. All rights, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be 1737 Locust Street, Rosamond, California 93560. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said Sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated cost, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $155,492.43. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Date: September 6, 2017. Elite Trust Deed Services, Inc., As Trustee, 554 West Lancaster Boulevard, Lancaster, CA 93534, 661-9455525, Vickie Durham, Trustee Sale Officer NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on the notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgages, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 661-945-5525 using the file number 17-0036. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet web site. The best way to verify the postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. (Published by the Kern River Courier September 15, 22, and 29, 2017)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: PRIMO'S LIQUOR AND DELI (2017-B6184), 219 Buena Vista Drive, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address: PO Box 1846, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANTS: DEWAYNE HOLLAND, 28 Rogers Road, Kernville, CA 93238 and SUSAN HOLLAND, 28 Rogers Road, Kernville, CA 93238. Date the business commenced: 11/01/2004. Business is being conducted as a Married Couple. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Susan Holland. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/11/2017 and expires 09/11/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier September 15, 22, 29, and October 6, 2017
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: HYSIDE INFLATABLES (2017-B6017), 12100 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address: 12100 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANTS: IMPORT INNOVATIONS, INC., 12100 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. Date the business commenced: 02/14/1982. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Richard De
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: KAC ENTERPRISES (2017-B5660), 10814 Rancho Cordova, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address: 10814 Rancho Cordova, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANTS: KENNETH CRAWFORD, 10814 Rancho Cordova, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Kenneth Crawford. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 08/18/2017 and expires 08/18/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Guitierrez-Hernandez. Published by the Kern River Courier September 15, 22, 29, and October 6, 2017.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-01090-CA, A.P.N.: 495-030-08-00, Property Address: 13453 Rosedale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93314 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/12/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: James D Le Vasseur, An Unmarried Man Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 02/19/2004 as Instrument No. 0204036777 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 10/18/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $9,470.08. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 13453 Rosedale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93314, A.P.N.: 495-030-08-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $9,470.08. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance
Continued from page 1 company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultM anagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-01090-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: September 7, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultM anagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier September 22, 29, and October 6, 2017) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: DESERT MOTEL (2017-B6156), DBA #2: DESERT INN MOTEL (2017-B6157), 339 W. Church Ave., Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address: 339 W. Church Ave., Ridgecrest, CA 93555. REGISTRANTS: DAVID ANSELL UMSTADTER, 339 W. Church Ave., Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Date the business commenced: 01/28/2016. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: David A. Umstadter. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/11/2017 and expires 09/11/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier September 22, 29, October 6, and 13, 2017. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: SGR INNOVATIONS (2017-B6354), 10649 Sierra Rd #21, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address: 37438 Upper Cressman Rd., Shaver Lake, CA 93664. REGISTRANTS: JESSE SCOTT SAGER, 1001 Adelaide Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Jesse Scott Sager. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/18/2017 and expires 09/18/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: D. Chavez. Published by the Kern River September 29, October 6, 13, and 20, 2017.
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Kern County developed an ordinance. The City of Bakersfield is working with Kern County to develop their own ordinance. The state will license the practitioner and the County will regulate it. Some businesses in the Arvin area had expressed concerns to Supervisor Mike Maggard who contacted Public Health and found out there were no policies or procedures in place to deal with businesses operating unprofessionally or with unlicensed practitioners in Maggard's district. The concerns were brought to the Board as a whole on March 7. Public Health surveyed other counties to see what they do regarding overseeing and regulating this type of businesses and looked at other counties ordinances from March to July. Kern Co already had health and safety ordinances in place but nothing specific to TM, so KCPH drafted an ordinance that went to the Supervisors on July 18 and was put out for review for five weeks. There was a public hearing where one business addressed the Board opposed to the regulations and two addressed the Board in favor of the measure. It passed unanimously. The ordinance covers inspection, enforcement procedures, licensing, permits, fines, and suspension or revocation of a license. On August 17 Kern County Board of Supervisors adopted a new ordinance, No. G-8730, amending the previous rules for massage practitioners and massage establishments, effective September 22. Oversight and regulation is something new to Kern County. Previously the Kern County Sheriff had handled some business and licensing functions for that type of business, and currently in Kern County, the Sheriff's office had no complaints in the area of therapeutic massage. The licensing fees were determined by Public Health's determination of the County costs to implement and provide services, and divided by the estimated number of establishments in the County. Constantine thought there were 12 in the Kern Valley, but Morrison advised him that there are 26. See Ordinance, page 12
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Canine Influenza vaccine offered at vaccination clinics Nick Cullen, Kern County Animal Services Courier Best friend Kern County Animal Services today announced that they will begin offering all pet owners in Kern County the Canine Influenza vaccination for the most recent H3N2 strain of the highly contagious viral infection for a cost of $10. The vaccine can be obtained at any of the Departments low-cost vaccination clinics. The Vaccine is being offered to the general public in response to a positive test in Los Angeles County. It is believed that the first recognized cases in the U.S. were in Chicago in March of 2015. The virus has since been detected as recently as May of 2017 in dogs in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, Louisiana, and Illinois. Earlier this month, Los Angeles County Veterinary Public Health advised that a dog in the Los Angeles vicinity did test positive for the virus. Kern County Animal Services knows of no cases currently in the Kern County area. Random testing of shelter animals has occurred in recent weeks as a precautionary measure, resulting in no cases in those animals. Director of Kern County Animal Services Nick Cullen stated, "With the relative close proximity of the most recent case of this virus, we thought it our responsibility to begin test-
ing shelter animals, in addition to making this vaccine available at an affordable cost to allow Kern County pet owners to do what they do best. Protect their animals". The Canine Influenza vaccine can be obtained at any of Kern County Animal Services low-cost vaccination clinics beginning Wednesday, September 6th, for a cost of $10. KCAS typically holds a vaccine clinic every Wednesday evening between the hours of 5 and 6:30 p.m. at its 3951 Fruitvale Ave location in Bakersfield. For pets' safety, the Wednesday evening clinics are subject to cancellation when the outside temperatures exceed 105 degrees. Additionally, the Department holds monthly low-cost vaccination clinics at park locations throughout Kern County. The Department would like to notify animal owners that this vaccine does require one booster vaccination. It is recommended that the booster be administered 3 weeks after the initial vaccination for maximum immunity. The cost for the booster vaccine is also $10.
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Female leadership roles encouraged at KHSD summit Kyle Wylie, Kern High School District Courier Education The Kern High School District and its Office of School Support Services is excited to announce the first KHSD Girl's Leadership Summit to take place on October 6 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Golden Valley High School. The purpose of this event is to encourage females to take part in leadership roles on their respective campuses as well try to increase female participation rates in athletics and activities. For the 2016-2017 school year, there was only about a 30 percent participation rate amongst females of the KHSD and that figure does not include the number of girls that played multiple sports, so the percentage is actually smaller. The hope is that the female participants of this event will inspire their fellow classmates and other students to feel a sense of connectivity with their campus while building up school climate, culture, and participation in activities and athletics. The keynote speaker is Dr. Jen Welter, who was the first woman to be hired as
Fire, Continued from page 1 smoke and flame from hot spots well inside the burned area, but those will be extinguished with winter weather. The escape potential is low; perimeter lines will be patrolled by fire personnel as necessary. 287 personnel were on the fire September 22. All travelers in the fire area should use extreme caution when driving. Yesterday's rain showers increased the potential for hazardous conditions along the roadways. As win-
Ordinance, Continued from page 11 Environmental Health has hired a new person, Melissa McCormick, to inspect and oversee the new program. The new staff member including salary, insurance and benefits would cost approximately $100,000. They estimated there were approximately 84 fixed locations of such establishments in unincorporated Kern County and including Bakersfield, based on advertising and estimated that
Contract, Continued from page 1 Construction at the main dam will include excavation of a new emergency spillway, modifications to the existing service spillway, a 16-foot raise of the main dam, modifications to California State Route 155 at the main dam's right abutment, and modifications at several recreation facilities north of the auxiliary dam. The contract contains an option to also perform work on the auxiliary
a coach in the NFL by the Arizona Cardinals and the first female running back to participate in a men's professional football league. Her message is powerful and inspirational, "Heart: It's the one thing that can't be quantified and should never be counted out." Each participant is going to receive a copy of Dr. Welter's new book Play Big: Lessons in Being Limitless from the First Woman to Coach in the NFL. Jessica Harrington, news anchor at 23 ABC News will be MC'ing the event with Dr. Brenda Lewis, Assistant Superintendent of Instruction of KHSD, and Raelyn Ruffus, Activities Director at Foothill High School, speaking at this event as well. Each female participant will also receive a dri-fit shirt highlighting the event. There will be a wide variety of female participants from leadership students, athletes, foster youth, and ELD working together to improve school climate and connectedness. 15 to 20 girls per school will represent the 18 comprehensive campuses in the Kern High School District, including Kern Valley High School.
ter weather arrives, conditions may worsen making roads impassable. Be aware of potential safety hazards such as falling rocks, mud and debris washed down from steep banks, and fire-weakened trees. Southern California Edison is working to replace infrastructure that was damaged by the fire. Expect traffic delays when traveling along Highway 190. This work is necessary to have power restored to mountain communities. Forest trails, roads, and lands around the Pier Fire remain closed under
a Forest Closure Order. The public, including residents, are reminded that despite Highway 190 being reopened to access mountain communities, the Forest area and Forest Service roads remain closed due to hazardous conditions from the Pier Fire. As hazards are reduced, some areas may be reopened if conditions allow. This will be the final Pier Fire update. For current recreational information, call the Western Divide Ranger District at 559-539-2607 Monday through Friday 8
there could be double that, basing the new fee to cover County costs would be $1600 every other year. There were concerns that the licensed were being lumped with unlicensed and most storefront businesses had already contended with the Building and Safety inspection process, business licensing and personal certification, and now will also be scrutinized by Public Health, that the already compliant were being given fees to pay and scrutinized
and the problem people were not being addressed. "I don't know," Constantine said, when asked about the fee levels, whether they would go up or down based on the compliance levels. It will all be based on the gathering of information. He said the frequency of inspections will be based on a risk-based process with reduced inspections and fees from a high level of compliance. A poor level of compliance will result in possible higher fees and more inspections.
dam. If the Corps decides to exercise the option at a future date, that would bring the total contract award to $241.75 million. Work on the auxiliary dam would encompass abandonment of the Borel outlet works and modifications to the auxiliary dam, including a 16-foot raise similar to the main dam. Construction will begin this winter and is expected to be complete in 2022. Completed in 1953, Isabella Lake Dam is locat-
ed approximately 42 miles northeast of Bakersfield. The reservoir is impounded by two earthen dams on the Kern River and Hot Springs Valley. Today, Isabella Lake and its dams reduce flood risk for Bakersfield and the surrounding region, and is a primary water source for water users throughout Kern County. The Isabella Lake Dam Safety Modification Project will address issues identified with the main and auxiliary dams to reduce the likelihood of dam failure.