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Lake routes still big topic Two new meetings to be held

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Two $10K trout caught in derby 20 trout still worth money! Mike Devich Kern River Courier

Lightning struck twice in the same place last weekend when two $10,000 trout were caught during the 20th annual Isabella Lake Fishing Derby. David Tascione and Oran Rankin were the big winners. Tascione is from Bodfish and caught the $10,000 trout sponsored by Mt. Mesa Market, Charlie's Market and Isabella Photos inside Supermarket (The Independents). Rankin, of Bakersfield, caught the $10,000 fish sponsored by the Kern Valley Youth Center. There were eight other $10,000 fish sponsored by other businesses that went uncaught, as well as a $20,000 trout sponsored by the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce. The chamber puts on the event every year, and

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Snow survey reveals 73% Kern River Courier

The third of four snow surveys the U.S. Forest Service performs shows that the Kern River Ranger District average for the Kern River drainage is between 63% and 85% of normal, with the overall average at 73%. Statewide surveys show California at 83% of normal. Data is collected from the snowpack. This information is fed into a state computer network and, when correlated, enables the state to forecast snow melt runoff in California. Forecasts are updated regularly and snow pack information can be obtained from the following site: http://cdec.water.ca.gov/snow/bulletin120/ Chris Stewart, Kern River District Hydrologist, said, "There will be a fourth and final survey in the first week of May, but this past (third) survey is the most important as the snow pack is beginning to melt and the water content is higher at this point."

Lake Isabella’s weekend weather Fri.: 40 % showers. High 60. Fri. night: 20 % showers. Low 38. Sat.: Sunny. High 61. Sat. night: Partly cloudy. Low 40.

Mike Devich Kern River Courier

It was pandemonium as anglers rushed to register for the Isabella Lake Fishing Derby at the Moose Lodge before the deadline.

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The Sequoia National Forest’s plans to limit the number of routes vehicles make around Isabella Reservoir’s shoreline is still a big topic in the Kern River Valley. The Sequoia National Forest, which says it has been mandated by Congress to study uncontrolled travel routes around the lake, is now poring over the (reportedly) thousands of comments from the public it has received about the issue, and has scheduled two public meetings to review and summarize them. The first meeting will be held at the Odd Fellows Hall in Kernville on Wednesday, April 29 from 7-9 p.m., and the second will be at the East Bakersfield Veterans Hall, 2101 Ridge Road (off of Mt. Vernon), Bakersfield, on Thursday, April 30 from 7-9 p.m. Meetings about the local area that will be held outside the Kern River Valley is what several people complained about at the last public meeting in

File your comments by April 20 Lake Isabella, when Sequoia officials said five meetings had already been held about the issue. However, four of those were held out of the valley – in Ridgecrest, Porterville and two in Bakersfield. Another was added in Castaic March 24. Many residents of the valley said said they were not able to attend those meetings, or did not even know about them. The Forest Service said the meetings were held “throughout forest communities.” The most recent meeting was held at the Veterans Hall in Lake Isabella on March 23, where 300 residents, mostly of retirement age, filled the hall to overflowing. Most of them were there to protest limiting their traditionally free access to the lakeshore. The original public comment period ended on March 31, but many at the meeting complained the March 23 meeting was too close to the dead-

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Sequoia to hold Monument planning meeting April 15 Mike Devich Kern River Courier

The meetings about travel routes (see above story) are important, but of equal importance are a series of upcoming meetings (one to be held in the valley) to begin a Forest Service plan for the Giant Sequoia National Monument north of Kernville. The planning document is currently in the public review period, which ends May 4. Then the draft environmental statement is planned for release in September, followed by another round of public meetings and comments. The Final Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision are scheduled to be made in March 2010. Four meetings are scheduled to discuss the proposed plan. • Visalia, Convention Center, Tuesday, April 14, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. • Kernville, Odd Fellows Hall, Wednesday, April 15, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. • Porterville, Sequoia National Forest Supervisor’s Office, Thursday, April 16, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. • Dunlap, Hume Lake Ranger District Office, Monday, April 20, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The Forest Service is also introducing something new at the work-

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Sun.: Sunny, high 67. Sun. night: Mostly clear, low 44. National Weather Service

Derby contestant lands a great big bass while fishing for trout.

‘The Wrestler’ is a great movie. It’s now on DVD, reviewed by DNA Smith.

Puzzles and comics, now in a new location so you can savor them last.

Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 149,935 acre-ft. (Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit 360,000 ac.-ft.) Low point was 110,156 ac-ft. Dec. 12. Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 588 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 588 cfs Borel Canal flow 455 cfs 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.

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Courier Calendar Public lands workshop to be held by BLM April 16 For those interested in the future of public lands in this area, there is a special meeting being held by the Bureau of Land Management. The BLM’s workshop is for local com-

Regular meetings and activities Fridays • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 378-3935. •10-11 a.m.- Grief Support Group, Hoffman Hospice, 6048 Lake Isabella Blvd. 1st and 3rd Fridays. (661) 410-1010. • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - AA, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. • 5 p.m. - Kern River Hot Rodders Cruise Night, Circle Park, Kernville, 3rd Fri. • 8 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 3762066.

Saturdays • 9:30 a.m. Sequoia Amateur Radio Group, Youth Center, Lake Isabella. Second Sat. • 10 a.m.- Otaku-Kai Japanese anime club, Reel Cinema, Wofford Heights. 223-6765. • 3 p.m., KRV CB’ers dinner, Sr Ctr., Lake Isabella, 2nd and 4th Saturdays. • 7-10 p.m.- Dam Dancers square dancing, 1st Saturday, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Sundays • 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, open to the public. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 379-3877.

Mondays • 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 379-5831. • 1 p.m. - Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, third Monday. • 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Line dance beginner classes, intermediate and advanced follow at the Senior Center. 379-0043. • 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber of Commerce meets, board 2nd Mon., general membership 4th Mon. 376-2629. • 3:30-5 p.m.- Substance Abuse Family Support & Community Education, College Community Services, 2731 Nugget Ave., Lake Isabella. 379-3412. • 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meets at Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella, Rm G. 3764461. • 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844. • 7 p.m. Havilah Centennial Group meets 1st Mon. at schoolhouse. 379-2636. • 7:30 p.m.Al-Anon, KRV Hosp Cafe. Help for families & friends of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 3762066.

Tuesdays • KRV Garden Group, 2nd Tues. 379-6162. • 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 9:30-11a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 379-2556. • 12:30 p.m. Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Heights. 376-4249. • 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting at cemtery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 3762189. • 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets, Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.

munity leaders who want to explore the issue of the changing local economy and its relationship to public lands. The workshop is Thursday, April 16, 2-4:30 p.m., at the Lake Isabella Veterans Hall/Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. For further information on socioeconomic workshops or the resource management plan-

Wednesdays • 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 379-5831. • 9:30-11 a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, United Methodist Church, Kernville, 379-2556. • Noon- KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Paradise Cove, quarterly. 379-5236. • 12:30 p.m. - Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge Mt. Mesa, 376-4249. • 1:30 p.m.- Clan Diggers meeting 2nd Wed. at Highland Chapel Methodist Church, Lake Isabella. 3rd Wed. - Workshop same location. • 3 p.m. - Crystal Meth Anonymous meets at Fountain of Christ Church. 223-0074. • 6 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club meets, 631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed. • 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake Isabella Sr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., third Wed. 379-5488. • 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.- Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella dining rm., live band. • 7 p.m. Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts, 376-2410. For families of alcoholics. 3762410 or 376-2066. • 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.

Thursdays • 9 a.m. to noon - Thursday Painters, Community Room, Senior Center, 379-5329. • 9:30 a.m. - Fire Safe Council, Supervisor McQuiston’s office, Lake Isabella. Third Thurs. • 9:30 a.m. - Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Room 1. 2nd Thurs. For women. • 11:45 a.m. - KRV Woman’s Club meets, Elks Lodge 4th Thurs. (some exceptions). • Noon, Exchange Club meets, Paradise Cove. • 3 p.m.- Republicans of Kern Valley meet 3rd Thurs. at Odd Fellows Hall. 549-3033. • 5 -7 p.m. - TANF Cultural Night - Native Youth & Community Cultural Ctr French Gulch Campground. • 5-7 p.m. VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 379-3877. • 6 p.m. - Rotary Club meets - Golf Course, Kernville. • 6 p.m. - Wofford Height Community Assoc. meets at Family Life Center, Wofford Heights. 2nd Thurs. 223-1058. • 7 p.m.-Sweet Adelines meet-Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Prospective members welcome. • 7 p.m.- Kern Valley Astronomy Club, museum, Kernville. 3rd Thurs. 376-1291

Bingo Guide Friday, 12:30 p.m. - Eagles Bingo, Eagles Hall, Mt. Mesa Saturday, 12 p.m., South Fork Woman’s Club Bingo, 6488 Fay Ranch Road. Sunday, 1 p.m. Moose Lodge Bingo, Lake Isabella Blvd. Wednesday, 1 p.m - Senior Center Bingo, Lake Isabella. Thursday, Early Bird 12:15-Regular 1 p.m. St. Jude Bingo, Hwy 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information.

South Fork School Spring Arts Festival held April 18 The second annual South Fork School Spring Arts Festival will again be held at South Fork Middle School on Saturday, April 18. The show is open to the public, and prizes of art materials will be offered to the students. Adult artists are asked to donate any money from sales back to the program. Artists are being sought. For full information, call Ruth Carroll at (760) 378-1300 or (760) 378-2211, leave a message and the call will be returned. American Red Cross CPR class taught by CERT April 18 This class has been moved to May 16. (See entry.) Cerro Coso to present writing workshop on April 18 “Selecting and writing for scholarships and grants” is the name of the all-day accredited class to be held at Cerro Coso Lake Isabella on April 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Register in person or call (760) 3795501. Fee is $10. Kern River Festival whitewater races put on April 18-19 The Kern River Festival has been going on since the 1960s and features races by kayaks and rafts on the mighty Kern River in Kernville. It’s fun to watch, but you can participate as well. It is put on by the Kern Valley River Council. For more information, visit http://www.kernfestival.org/ or call (818) 340-3083. SCE solar energy seminar April 23 at Cerro Coso For those interested in “going solar,” on April 23, Southern California Edison will hold a 90minute seminar about solar energy at Cerro Coso College in Lake Isabella. Californians are being offered incentives through the Solar Initiative program. Attendees will learn about solar energy basics, the benefits of installing a solar energy system, tax credits and other financial models that can help reduce upfront costs, and financial incentives through the solar program. The session will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Cerro Coso Community College, Room 6 Second Floor, 5520 Lake Isabella Blvd. (Vons Plaza). Prayer Breakfast at South Fork Woman’s Club April 20 There will be a Prayer Breakfast at the South Fork Woman’s Club in Weldon on April 20 at 10 a.m. Tickets are $7. Pastors from al over the Kern Valley will be honoring our loved ones, members and friends. Please bring fresh flowers. Living Green wrapup meeting to be held April 25 A wrapup meeting for Living Green in the KRV is scheduled for April 25 at 1 p.m. at Cerro Coso College in Lake Isabella, Room G. The purpose of the meeting is to review the Living Green festival. The public is welcome to attend and/or to submit comments by e-

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Friday, April 10, 2009

Kern River Courier

Things I Have Noticed...

Retirement wardrobe is wondrous Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

I worked for Pacific Bell for 30 years and noticed early on that if I worked in the city ( San Francisco) I had to follow a certain set of clothing rules if I wanted to climb the corporate ladder. (Or even stay employed). I was told when hired that I should wear a Middleworth dark suit, necktie, a white longsleeved shirt and black oxford shoes. We were not allowed to have beards, and mustaches were discouraged. A vest was encouraged, and of course, it must match the suit. The final requirement was that the socks must match the whole ensemble and should be calf-high. That way when you sat down and your pants hiked up, your hairy legs wouldn't show. I guess I should feel lucky. I just missed the requirement to wear a fedora by about three years. As years passed, requirements changed but we still had some pretty stringent clothing rules. But now that I've retired, my outerwear is mine to choose. Today, while having breakfast at the Kernville Airport, I took inventory of the sartorial splendor of my retirement outfit. On my feet I was

wearing moccasins with no socks. My Wrangler jeans were faded and had a hole in the knee. I had on an old sweatshirt that said, “Girls Adore Me, Fish Fear Me.” Underneath was a holey T-shirt that said, "I Am Man, Hear Me Snore.” My skivvies were raggedy. On my head sat a baseball cap that said across the front, "I Must Hurry And Catch Up To My People For I Am Their Leader!” On my wrist was a huge ostentatious timepiece that has every feature known to a watchmaker and is heavy enough to give me carpal tunnel. And I sport a beard! Not a thing I'm wearing would have passed Ma Bell requirements. But do I care? Not a whit! In summer, shorts and T-shirts are my costume of choice. Is there any place up here where I can wear anything I want? Yes, everywhere! Life is good. Retirement in the Kern River Valley is truly “muy bueno” for the wardrobe-challenged. Say, has anyone seen my socks, my good pair, the ones with only small holes? I need them because I am going out to a Kernville nightspot, and I want to look my best. Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program and coordinator for the Lake Patrol volunteers.

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Legal needs of Kern Valley to be studied Thursday, April 16 Kern River Courier

Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. values your opinion! On Thursday, April 16 you are invited to participate in a community focus group at the Owens Valley Career Development Center, 6504 Lake Isabella Blvd. (across from the post office) to set GBLA's priorities to help meet the legal needs of Kern River Valley residents for the next 3-5 years. • 9:00am to 11:00am – As agency and organizational representatives, you are uniquely positioned to advise GBLA on the legal programs or services needed to serve our low-income com-

munity. • 11:15am to 1:00pm – As community members, you are asked to openly share your experiences with legal systems and services. All comments are strictly confidential. Moderator Mary McCabe will provide a relaxed and open atmosphere, allowing each participant to feel comfortable expressing their differing perception or point of view. We look forward to your participation! Seating is very limited. Please RSVP to Anna Sanchez at asanchez@gbla.org or call 1-888292-4252 so she may know how many to expect.

Spring Health Faire April 14 Be sure to fast Monday night, April 13, because the Spring Health Faire on April 14 will be offering a lipid panel blood draw for the bargain price of $10. Participants coming in to the hospital cafeteria Monday, April 13 to have their blood drawn between 8 and 9:30 a.m. for the test should have been fasting (except for water) for 12 hours. Free nutritional snacks will follow. The health faire itself will take place Tuesday, April 14 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and will feature many booths with information for you. Lab results will be on hand for you to pick up, and health providers will be on hand to read the tests for the blood drawn the day before. Or you may choose to have your results mailed or faxed to your physician. There will be many free health services, and door prizes and snacks. For more information, call Jeanette Rogers at (760) 376-4419.

CALENDAR continued from page 2 mail LivingGreen@mchsi.com or writing Living Green, PO Box 8, Wofford Heights, CA 93285-0008. Spring Nature Festival springing up April 29-May 5 The Kern River Valley’s Spring Nature Festival celebrates the vibrant Kern River Valley and its beautiful flora and fauna (that’s plant life and animal life.) The Kern River Preserve in Weldon hosts numerous free events including bird walks, bird banding and information booths and exhibits located in the large, shaded front yard of Preserve Headquarters. All day, fee, birding and natural history field trips with expert leaders are offered. For more information, see http://kern.audubon.org/ Sirretta Street Sale in Kernville May 2 is street-long yard sale Ever heard of a yard sale that is being held by 50 houses on a street at the same time? Visit Sirretta Street in Kernville May the 9th for a real treat. Bring a little red wagon to carry your purchases. Trout Festival to be held May 9 at Kernville Fish Hatchery The Friends of the Hatchery will put on their annual Trout Festival on May 9 at the Kernville Fish Hatchery on Sierra Way at the north end of town. There will be refreshments, casting lessons, fish feeding, booths and more. (Note new date. Formerly scheduled for May 2.) Rotary Club Car Show to be put on in Kernville May 9 The Rotary Club of the Kern River Valley will put on their 10th annual classic car show on Saturday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Riverside Park in Kernville. The show is open to all 1975 or older cars, trucks, street rods or custom cars. Enjoy ‘50s and ‘60s music, a chili cookoff, a pet parade, a giant raffle, and much more. Call (760) 378-3888 for information. Rotary’s Kernville Art Walk to be held May 9 There will be a Kernville Art Walk on the streets of Kernville held during the Rotary Club’s Car Show on May 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact Nancy Walker at Kernville Antiques and Gifts, (760) 376-2239 or (760) 376-2676. History Days festival to be held May 15-17 in Kernville Want to know more about the incredible history of this area? Then History Days is for you. The 13th annual festival will be held at the Kern Valley Museum in Kernville on May 15, and 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be exhibits, demonstrations, live entertainment, door prizes, refreshments and much more. History Days is put on by the Kern River Valley Historical Society. Call the museum at (760) 376-6683 for more information. CERT emergency team reschedules CPR class for May 16 The CPR class that was being offered by the KRV CERT group scheduled for April 18 has been rescheduled due to the instructor being called out of

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to improve it next year. The public is welcome to attend and/or to submit comments by email LivingGreen@mchsi.com or writing Living Green, PO Box 8, Wofford Heights, CA 93285-0008. If you want to be part of the 2010 Living Green Organizing Committee, please e-mail LivingGreen@mchsi.com. Living Green in the KRV was sponsored by Kern River Valley Revitalization. More about KRVR and its Living Green Organizing Committee can be found at the Web site www.krvr.org. It’s very important to use .org; otherwise you’ll get a radio station.

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Let’s Go Fishing

Derby excitement still on Jack Bustamante Kern River Courier Columnist

Get out of my favorite fishing hole! While checking out one of my favorite fishing spots on Monday, I came up on a large crowd surrounding one very happy fisherman. It wasn’t a tagged trout, but a very large bass. Kenneth Smart from Porterville had just landed a 10pound largemouth. Cheese flavored Power Bait was the hot ticket – go figure. Nice catch, Kenneth. With the --Jack big crowd Bustamante gone now, there is plenty of elbow room to fish. Thousands of hungry trout are still cruising around Isabella Lake. Not only that, but 19 tagged trout are still worth $100 and one is still worth $1,000 until May 6. (See front

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Kenneth Smart (right) of Porterville caught this 10.1 lb. largemouth bass while fishing for trout during the derby. Robert Martinez of Taft holds it. Photo by Rex Emerson.

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Couch Theater

Celebrity Extra

‘Wrestler’ is a classic

‘Lipstick’ is officially axed

Previews of new DVDs By DNA Smith PICK OF THE WEEK "The Wrestler" -- Mickey Rourke gives the performance of his career as Randy "The Ram" Robinson, a washedup wrestler who was a big hit back in the 1980s but is now Mickey Rourke long past his prime. No longer a part of the big circuit, Randy accepts matches for a few local indie promoters earning a few bucks here and there and then works a day job at a supermarket in New Jersey. One day he gets an offer to perform a 20-year-anniversary rematch of a Madison Square Garden bout between himself and his arch nemesis from the '80s, "The Ayatollah," who is now working at a used-car lot in Arizona. Randy begins to get himself back into shape and in the process, has a heart attack and is told that he can no longer wrestle or take steroids again or he will die. In the midst of all of that mess, he tries to hook up with a stripper (Marisa Tomei), who like Randy is well past her prime but still has a few good moves left. He also tries to make peace with his estranged daughter (Evan Rachel Wood), before he ignores the doctor's advice to go ahead with the wrestling match that probably will kill him. "The Wrestler" is one of those great indie films filled with awesome performances, a great story and none of the pat mainstream Hollywood endings. It's one of those films you heard a lot about but probably didn't get a chance to see in the theater. Now's your chance. TV SERIES "Top Gear 10: The Complete Season 10" -- With more than 350 million viewers worldwide, "Top

Gear" is one of the most popular television programs on the planet. Only recently have we in America heard of it because of its airing on BBC America. It's a show about cars, but with a difference. The three guys who host the show aren't professional drivers or automotive-industry journalists. They're just three dudes who are crazy about cars. Great cars. Like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Bugatti and Lotus. In one episode, they take a Bugatti Veyron (the most powerful, fastest production car ever made) and race it against a Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jet. In another episode, the guys are challenged to buy a car for $1,000 and modify it to sail the English Channel. And in what is probably the best show of this season, the gang goes to Africa, where they each buy a cheap car and then attempt to race each other through the African wilderness. Each episode contains a challenge segment like the ones mentioned above, along with reviews of newer car models, news, test drives and a celebrity interview segment where, at the conclusion, the celebrity must get behind the wheel of a "reasonably priced car" and drive a timed-lap on the show's race track. If you ever wanted to know how fast Dame Helen Mirren can negotiate a hairpin turn, then "Top Gear" is the show for you. MORE TV "Hawaii Five-O" Sixth Season "Dallas" The Complete Eleventh Season "Rhoda" Season One "My Own Worst Enemy" The Complete Series "iCarly" Season 1, Vol. 2 "Tiny Toon Adventures" Season 1, Vol. 2 "Freakazoid!" Season 2 (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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By Cindy Elavsky Q: I'm looking for news about Brooke Shields' "Lipstick Jungle." I heard it was not picked up, then maybe it was, and then nothing. What have you heard? -- Marsha, Kansas City, Mo. A: A few months back, an early rumor came out that the show had been canceled, which was quickly refuted by all involved. Brooke Shields Now, however, it is official, "Lipstick Jungle" has been given the ax. Brooke recently told news outlet E! Online: "We just were officially told it's finally not coming back. It's very sad, but I think we hung on a really long time. It (has been) three great years." Brooke's co-star, Kim Raver (Nico), was recently cast in the ABC pilot "Inside the Box," while Robert Buckley (Kirby) has already begun working on the CW's "Privileged." *** Q: Is the actress Alana de la Garza related in any way to the late actress Ava Gardner? -- Cliff C. in New York A: Alana, 32, the stunning beauty of "Law and Order" fame does share exotic good looks with Hollywood legend Ava Gardner, who is known in

many circles as the most beautiful actress in Hollywood history, but they are not related. However, a gorgeous young actress who is related to Ava -a distant cousin -- is Mary Elizabeth Winstead, 24, who played Bruce Willis' daughter in "Live Free or Die Hard," as well as femme fatale Lee in "Grindhouse: Death Proof." *** Q: Whatever happened to Sasha Alexander from "NCIS"? I miss her character. -- Jim J., Fremont, Ohio A: Sasha, 35, first gained prominence as an actress when she co-starred as Pacey Witter's sister, Gretchen, on the teen drama "Dawson's Creek" from 2000-'01. She went on to "CSI" and "Presidio Med" before landing the popular role of Agent Todd on "NCIS." Since leaving the series in 2005, Sasha has landed supporting roles in "Mission: Impossible III," "Yes Man" and "He's Just Not That Into You." Coming up, she has "Traveling," which also stars Jennifer Aniston and Aaron Eckhart, as well as "Play Dead," with "American Pie" star Chris Klein and Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst. *** Have a question for Cindy? Email her at letters@cindyelavsky.com, or write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

This week’s top DVD rentals 1. Role Models (R) Seann William Scott (Universal) 2. Transporter 3 (PG-13) Jason Statham (Lionsgate) 3. Australia (PG-13) Nicole Kidman (20th Century Fox) 4. Milk (R) Sean Penn (Universal) 5. Beverly Hills Chihuahua (PG) Drew Barrymore (Walt Disney) 6. Rachel Getting Married (R) Anne

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Voices of Faith

Business or busy-ness Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

What business do you have…? Usually, but not always, this question is asked as a challenge. Consider that you just may have a business. In Ecclesiastes 3:10-11, “the preacher” says “I have seen the business that God has given to the children of man to be busy with. He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, he has put eternity Semonious into man's heart, yet so that he cannot find out what God has done from the beginning to the end. The root of the Hebrew word translated here as “business” carries meanings of “to be occupied, be busied with” and “to afflict, oppress, humble or be afflicted, oppressed, humbled”. Not all definitions of a word must be incorporated into every use; a trunk may be the front end of an elephant, the back end of a car or a portable container used in storage or travel. The King James Version translates it as “travail”. Certainly, working can be a pain, but those who are not employed can testify that the pain of working is also a blessing. From every undertaking, vocation or avocation, a profit in some form is expected. The Preacher had “perceived that there is nothing better for them than to be joyful and to do good as long as they live; also that everyone should eat and drink and take pleasure in all his toil – this is God's gift to man.” Ecclesiastes 3:12-13. Note that God’s gift is not to pleasure mankind,

but to assign busy-ness. It is up to mankind to take pleasure from the busy-ness, food and drink. So, with what busy-ness do we have to busy ourselves…? Jesus gave us some detail, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another." John 13:34-35. When one reads the word “commandment,” he does well to understand that in obeying he receives a blessing, as in “this is God's gift to man.” Ecclesiastes 3:13. There is nothing better for mankind than to be joyful. It is up to each person to be joyful. Many modern day Americans are taught not to accept blame, as if there exists a right to selfish pleasure by deflecting personal faults to other entities (even Twinkies®). However, a person’s dissatisfaction in the face of God’s blessing is not a modern development. We have this in common with Adam and Eve; each one blaming the other. The better way is to listen to John. As he was baptizing in the Jordan, he saw Jesus and said to the crowd, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” John 1:29. In other words, see, consider and regard this person who pays for every person’s guilt and blame with his own life. After pondering Jesus’ gift, become busy love (bless) one another, as did Jesus.

The Kern River Courier encourages messages from all churches. E-mail them to office@kernrivercourier.com

And He gave them their request. But He sent leanness into their soul. –Psa. 106:15

Services to be held Good Friday services will be held today, April 10, at 5:30 pm at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Lake Isabella, and also at First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella at 6 p.m. On Easter Sunday an Easter Sunrise Service will be held at Tillie Creek Campground in Wofford Heights at 6:30 a.m. Easter Sunday service will be held at noon at Shepherd of the Hills.

Bible Trivia by Wilson Casey

Churches of the Valley Kernville First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville Sunday Services — 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-6403 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville Sunday School 9 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 417-2014 Kernville Foursquare Church Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Road Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. 223-6704 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. 376-2751 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. 376-6362 St. Sherrian Episcopal Church Odd Fellows Hall, Kernville Sundays 10 a.m. Lake Isabella First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 379-5615 Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Wed. 6 p.m. 417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 379-5640 Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 379-4296 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 12:00 p.m. 379-2343 Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. 379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella Sunday School & Worship 9:30 a.m. 379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday worship 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m., Thurs. 6 p.m. Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m. Eve. 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. 379-5819

Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. 379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. 379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal Church) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 4 p.m. 379-6360

1. Is the book of 2 Kings in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Acts 6, which one of the seven "deacons" did great wonders and miracles among the people? Nicanor, Philip, Timon, Stephen 3. What apostle was a disciple of John the Baptist when Jesus recruited him? Andrew, Simon, Peter, Thomas, James 4. From Revelation 6, what color was the

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Miscellaneous SGI - USA Buddhist Discussion Meetings - call 379-6162 for dates and times. Based on the Lotus Sutra. Salvation Army Mon. 9 am — 1 pm. Service and applications at 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. TSA feeds the hungry lunch Monday through Friday. Assistance is offered to persons or families who are having difficulties paying utility bills, in need of food, clothing, spiritual and other counseling. 760379-5100.

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Southlake/Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. 378-3780 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 378-4964 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 378-2321 Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. 376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 7:00 a.m. & 9:00 a.m 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 & 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

sun when it became like a sackcloth of hair? Red, Black, White, Green 5. Who was Saul of Tarsus waiting for while he fasted three days in Damascus? Darius, Zenas, Ananias, Apollo 6. From Isaiah 63:2, what color garments does the Lord wear? Purple, Red, White, Gold

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Lockjaw another name for uncommon tetanus DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Please talk about lockjaw. I grew up on a farm, and it was something I heard about all the time. You were supposed to be careful when you were in a barn to spot any rusty nails you might step on. Is that so? I don't hear much about it anymore. Why? -- L.S. ANSWER: I heard the rusty nail/lockjaw story as a kid too, and I didn't grow up on a farm. Frankly, it's a seldom-seen illness since routine immunization against it has been in effect for many years. The real name of lockjaw is tetanus, and just about everyone has gotten a tetanus immunization. The tetanus bacterium, Clostridium tetani, is found throughout the world in soil and in animal feces. A number of cases develop after a puncture wound when the bacterium is introduced deep into tissues. Rusty nails are only one way the germ gets into the body, and

they are not the most common way. The tetanus germ makes a poison that causes muscles to go into violent and painful spasms. Spasms of the jaw muscles are how tetanus came to be known as lockjaw. Patients can't open their mouths. Tetanus also causes generalized muscle spasms, with the patient awake during the spasms. The slightest stimulation -- a loud noise, for example -- can trigger muscle spasms, so tetanus patients are kept in darkened, quiet rooms. Penicillin, human tetanus immune globulin and medicines that control muscle spasms can get most patients through this harrowing illness. I don't want to scare people about tetanus. It is uncommon. However, everyone, at every age, should keep their tetanus immunizations up to date. They have to be obtained every 10 years. Only one-third of the adult population of the United States and Canada is adequately protected against tetanus. ***

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Every spring I have hay fever so bad that I am virtually housebound. I have used antihistamines, nasal sprays - including steroid nasal sprays -cleansing my nose with saltwater flushes and many, many other medicines, but I do not get any relief. My primary care doctor suggests I see an allergist for allergy shots. Do they really work? Would you advise them? -- H.M. ANSWER: Allergy shots, also known as hyposensitization, work for most. An allergist first has to determine exactly what a patient is allergic to and then has a serum compounded that contains the allergic materials. The shots are then given in a series of weekly and in increasingly concentrated doses until a maintenance dose is reached, and that dose is then injected monthly. The shots stop mast cells from emptying themselves of chemicals that spur allergy symptoms like sneezing, itching

and running nose when allergic material lands on them. I would advise anyone with severe allergy symptoms that do not respond to medicines to have allergy shots. *** DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I take a fish-oil supplement daily. Can you tell me if these tablets contain mercury, as some fish do? -- P.C. ANSWER: Take your fish-oil supplement without fear. Such supplements contain negligible, if any, amounts of mercury. They won't make you sick. They could make you well. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2009 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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the $20,000 fish was offered in honor of the derby’s 20th anniversary. This was the biggest year ever for the annual derby. The number of registrants exploded to 8,820. For comparison’s sake, here are the numbers for the previous five years: 2004 3,289 2005 3,835 2006 3,906 2007 4,608 2008 5,082 Many of this year’s 8,820 registrants waited until the last minute to register, said Elaine Roach, wife of derby chairman Fred Roach. “It was like the land rush and the Conestoga wagons,” she laughed. And it’s not over! For a month there are still opportunities to win money for those who previously registered for the derby. The chamber has announced that some of 2009’s tagged fish are still worth anywhere between $100 and $1,000 until May 6. Here is a list of the tag numbers: Sponsor Tag # Value Kern River Valley Chamber 463 $1000. Kern River Valley Chamber 447 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 450 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 451 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 452 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 455 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 456 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 457 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 458 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 461 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 462 $100. Kern River Valley Chamber 464 $100. California Land Management 93 $100. Alta One Federal Credit Union 255 $100. Budweiser 375 $100. Subway 533 $100. General Plumbing 579 $100. Sierra Gateway Markets 652 $100. No. Fork / French Gulch Marinas 737 $100. Troutkrilla / YUM bait 925 $100. If any of the above trout valued at $100 are caught using a boat rented from either the French Gulch Marina or North Fork Marina, the trout would be worth $250. If trout #737, sponsored by French Gulch Marina or North Fork Marina, is caught using a boat rented from either the French Gulch Marina or North Fork Marina, the trout value would increase from $100 to $350. Tagged fish can be brought to All Valley Satellites, 6424 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. For additional information, call (760) 379-7511.

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AltaOne Federal Credit Union's Lake Isabella Member Service Center and members recently donated $1,995 to Kern Valley High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FHA-HERO class and the Exploring Careers in Health Occupations (ECHO) Academy. The funds were raised through AltaOne's Holiday Skip-A-Pay program during the month of November and December. Qualified members could skip a loan or Visa payment for a $29 fee. A portion of this fee was then donated to a selected charity in each Member Service Center's geographic area. In appreciation of AltaOne's com-

munity involvement, the students, advisors and Principal Jeanie Brachear said, "Your giving reaffirms the value of a community working together to help its own. We are so grateful for this wonderful gift." Bob Boland, AltaOne's President/CEO, stated, "Through the generosity of our members, we have an opportunity to support numerous valuable programs. The Holiday Skip-A-Pay campaign is always a successful favorite of the membership for the direct benefit of the community." AltaOne Federal Credit Union has been a safe and sound financial services provider since its inception in 1947.

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Talking About Real Estate

How to purchase a bank-owned home Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist

Bank owned properties are increasing in popularity because of the fact that there are so many of them now, especially in the larger cities. Up here in the Kern River Valley there is also an Matt Freeman increasing number of bank owned properties being marketed or in the process thereof. They can be a real advantage to the buyer because of the cost, usually they are at below market value for the area by quite a substantial margin. This being said, how do you buy one? The first thing to do is to find out details about what is on the market in terms of REO properties in your area. Banks are kind of weird; they say they are so desperate to sell off these properties but they usually use out of area companies to sell them. Many times those companies, simply because they are so far away, neglect to put a sign, or flyers, or even to put the listing on the local MLS because they would have to become members. So the best way to

locate these properties is to let your real estate agent do the research for you because we have access to title reports and bank owned listings direct from escrow and our networks. After you have found the property to purchase, have your agent contact the folks listing it or even the bank directly to write up an offer on the property. Be prepared for several things. First of all these are foreclosures we are dealing with. A lot of times their condition leaves much to be desired and they may need substantial work. Secondly, banks love deadlines; they will give you one to close escrow on and if you go over it you will be penalized. A bank owned property I just sold penalized the buyer $100 a day if the escrow did not close in time. Thirdly, be ready to make a good offer. I know in this market it is instinct to offer lower than asking price, but remember, REO properties are usually already at below market value. Make sure it is a good deal, of course, but offer to buy, not to get a counteroffer because the bank won't counter; they will just move on to the next one. Matt Freeman is a Realtor with Freemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lakeside Realty (760) 379-5915 or cell 223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

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FISHINGforDOLLARS Images from the 20 th Isabella Lake Fishing Derby

Kern River Courier The Isabella Lake Fishing Derby took place under sunny skies, with 8,820 registered anglers. Here is a souvenir page of photos from the recordbreaking event. (See page 1 story.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Michael Batelaan & Murdoc Douglas

Photographs clockwise from top: In a composite image, hordes of RVs pack the shoreline around Isabella Lake as seen from the Auxiliary Dam area; sun sets at Auxiliary; boats dot the French Gulch area; two boys wet a line; Bailey Nellesen, a third-grader from Corona, plays with a toy boat very much like the big one in the background; Jeff Sailor of Southlake finds a comfortable spot; Brian Barnes, 5, of Mt. Mesa, plays with the lake water while surrounded by fishing poles.

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Friday, April 10, 2009 Creative Connection

Our Valley, Our Earth

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Most damage was due to fires Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist

The illustration shows a shaded area where the greatest postearthquake damage occurred in the 1906 San Francisco event. Most people believe that the earthquake caused the most damage. The most destruction to the infrastructure of the city Bolyard was due to

fires! Yes, houses, buildings and barns were toppled by the quake, but fires destroyed those collapsed wooden structures completely. It is known that 28,188 buildings were destroyed; almost 500 people were killed (this number has escalated over the years to well over 3,000); and 225,000 were left homeless. Until Next Week … Ron Bolyard is a retired geologist and has developed an “acute interest” in the geology of the southern Sierra Nevada since he moved here in 1999.

Donna Fitch Kern River Courier Columnist

Aside from drawing a complete picture onto paper, here are three time-saving ways to take an image from a photo and place it onto your page or canvas. A minimal sketch will suffice for a landscape, which can be subjective and impressionistic. Still lifes and portraits require attention to detail, Fitch and this is where the following methods particularly help. Consider these options: Gridding entails breaking your picture down into equal squares and then creating a similar amount of larger squares onto the space you will be painting. Breaking your likeness into smaller portions helps you to see where to place each element you draw, offers measurement, proper proportion and the integrity of the image. The more details, the more squares. It’s like eating an elephant – one bite at a time. When using this process, start in the center and work outward. Another form of transfer is to use graph paper. Purchase graph paper at an office supply or an arts and crafts store; however, it can be pricey. You may remember “copy” paper; the black sheet you placed behind another paper to duplicate information. (I’m showing my age!) This tool gives an identical image as

long as you tape the graph and photo to your paper or canvas and press the pencil, used to draw over the picture, with enough pressure. Lift one side of the tape to check the image is transferring and replace. You are on your way. Last, but not least, is a transfer projector. Twice I have tried these, the last time with success, the first time without. Let me emphasize, the room must be black, very dark, in order to view the image. Rest the projector on a table with the canvas on an easel in front or the paper taped to the wall. Adjust the control for size, the machine for placement. You sit at the side and trace the image onto your surface. It was intimidating to me, but then I realized that what you shoot for is proper placement without detail. A rough outline is the result to which you add the details. I will use it again. Give them all a try and see what works for you. *** I received many positive comments about my storytelling column last week. Tom Anderson sent me a great tip. It’s called the Brimstone Award for Applied Storytelling. Two awards of $5,000 will be presented. Preliminary proposals must be received by May 1. For additional information, visit http://www.storynet.org/programs/grants/brimstone.html Donna Fitch is a local artist. For questions or comments you can reach her through the Courier, office@kernrivercourier.com.

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town. The CPR class is now set for May 16 from 9am to 1pm at the Youth Center in Lake Isabella. Everyone who has signed up for the class please call Tom Klein at (760) 379-2797 and re-register for the May 16 class.

line. The Sequoia National Forest has extended the deadline for comments to April 20. However, the comment period will have ended by the time the new meetings occur, so the Forest says it will not receive written public comments during the meetings. The Sequoia National Forest says the meeting objectives are to: Summarize what the Forest Service has heard during all of the public meetings; clarify information from the 1979 Isabella Lake Master Plan developed by the U.S. Army Corp of

Havilah Days a real small-town celebration of its history May 23 Havilah was the county seat in the 1860s when it was a gold mining town, but today there is nothing left but a few private homes and a small courtyard with replicas of the old schoolhouse and courthouse. The residents there will celebrate the old days on Saturday, May 23. Come join the fun. (661) 867-2552. KRV Art Association’s Spring Show is Memorial Day Weekend The Kern River Valley Art Association has been holding an art show every spring and fall for 48 years. The show will be held in Kernville’s Circle Park in a beautiful mountain setting on Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-25, starting at 9 a.m. each morning. Vendors, please submit an application to the Art Association to join in. For more information, call Judy at (760) 378-4109.

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As of April 6 the Kern County Fire Department has declared an end to open burning within the State Responsibility Area of Kern County. This declaration has been made a little earlier than usual due the higher than normal temperatures, low humidity and drying conditions of the vegetation. Recent rain has made little difference. If you have any questions, please contact (661) 391-7000. For more news and information visit www.kerncountyfire.org

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Kern Valley Follies talent auditions May 16 and 23 Do you have talent? Then come be a part of the first-ever Follies show in the Kern River Valley. Singers, dancers, comics, bands and variety acts are being sought. Auditions will be held Saturday, May 16 and Saturday, May 23, both at 11 a.m., at the Reel Cinema Theater in Wofford Heights. The show will be held in August. To RSVP, please call Frank at (310) 989-0325 or Mandy from the theater, (760) 379-7903.

Engineers; explain the 2005 Travel Management Rule; and describe the process for the development of a final Environmental Impact Statement and final decision. If you want to put in your two cents worth, comments will still be accepted by email at commentsp a c i f i c s o u t h w e s t sequoia@fs.fed.us, or by mail to Chris Sanders, Travel Management, Sequoia National Forest, 1839 South Newcomb Street, Porterville, CA 93257, or by facsimile to (559) 781.4744. Comments must be in by April 20.

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Chambers receive Tourism Grant funds The Kern County Board of Trade presented grant checks to both valley Chambers of Commerce on Wednesday at Paradise Cove. Grants are provided through the Kern County Board of Supervisors' annual Tourism Promotion Grant Program, administered by the Board of Trade. Board of Trade representatives presented a total of $7,000 on behalf of First District Supervisor Jon McQuiston. The Kern River Valley and Kernville Chambers of Commerce are among two dozen agencies receiving a portion of the $180,000 made available by Supervisors during the 2008-2009 grant cycle. The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce received $3,000 to assist at trade shows, attracting potential out-of-county visitors to the region, generating economic benefit through increased tourism. The Kernville Chamber Of Commerce received $4,000 to assist in the development and distribution of a Water Recreation Guide intended to both increase tourism and distribute an informational brochure on the region.

MONUMENT continued from page 1 shops. Attendees will be able to interact with the new Web-based comment portal (http://gsnm-consult.limehouse.com/portal) hosted by Limehouse Software™, which Sequoia National Forest says they are piloting. Sequoia National Forest Supervisor Tina Terrell said, “All the traditional tools such as phone calls, letters, e-mails, faxes and meetings are still available. (But) from any computer with Internet access, the public can draft and submit comments while reading the documents, access dynamic interactive maps, receive e-mail notifications and save and share links with friends or online networks. Forest Service personnel with displays will be on hand to help guide people to the information they want.” She went on to say, “Another feature available on the Web site is a decision framework tool, the Values and Interest-Based Explorer, which will allow one to apply their values to the monument planning effort. There are three pseudo-alternatives with value selections one can make on key resources in the monument. When finished, the tool displays a chart of one’s values. Please take a test drive.” Comments concerning the scope of the analysis must be received by May 4. Send written comments to Marianne Emmendorfer, Project Leader, Sequoia Forest Headquarters, 1839 S. Newcomb Street, Porterville, CA 93257. Attention: Monument Management Plan. Comments may be sent via the Web site at: http://gsnm-consult.limehouse.com/portal, or via facsimile to (559) 781-4744, or one can call (559) 784-1500 for further information. For further information contact Marianne Emmendorfer at (559) 3382251, extension 313. Individuals who use telecommunication devises for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay Service at 1 (800) 8778339 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., Eastern Time, Monday through Friday.

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Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob 2 tea spoon hot red pepper flakes 1 Tablespoon garlic salt 1 teaspoon black pepper

Bring to a rolling boil. Turn down, then let simmer for 30 min. Bodfish Bob’s Grilled Cinnamon Apples 4 apples (cored in center) Cinnamon candies ('Redhots') 1 TBSP (each) Raisins 1 TBSP (each) Butter Heavy Cream (opt) Aluminum foil

Roll off 24 inches of foil and fold in half. Place 1 apple in Center and fill with 1 TBSP each '"redhots" and raisins in the cored center. Dot with butter. Bring up ends of foil and twist to seal. Place directly over fire and grill for 30 minutes. Open and serve with heavy cream poured over.

Bodfish Bob's Cha-Cha Relish 15 green tomatoes 1/4 head cabbage 10-12 green and red peppers (hot) 5-6 yellow onions 1/4 cup of sugar 3 tbs pickling spices Tbs salt

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Buy a pillowcase (at a dollar store). After grinding green tomatoes, put them in pillowcase and hang to drain overnight. Next day put tomatoes, ground onions and peppers along with other seasonings into a large pot. Cover with brown vinegar. Heat up until it comes to a boil. Add to hot sterilized jars. Bodfish Bob's Favorite BBQ Sauce 1 Cup apple cider vinegar 1 Cup catsup ½ Cup Sorghum molasses (Note: it is very important that it is Sorghum) ½ Cup brown sugar

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Obituary notice

Friday, April 10, 2009

Obituary notice

Melinda Jean Bue-Montgomery

Donald James Devich April 7, 1956 - April 5, 2009

May 27, 1955 - April 6, 2009 Our Melinda Jean was born in Brookline, Mass. on May 27, 1955. She lived in California all her life. She received her education in the Garden Grove Unified School system and graduated from San Diego State College in 1977. She later obtained her teaching credential and had been teaching at Kernville Elementary School for the past 20 years. She fell in love with Kernville on her first visit there and has been very happy living in this area. She passed away suddenly in her Kernville home on Monday, April 6, 2009. Melinda always had a personality full of adventure. She made friends easily, she enjoyed her family life, traveling, photography, the computer, hiking and fishing – but a love of books was really her first love. After getting to know her husband, Allen, she learned how to fish, and catch fish, with great enthusiasm. She has touched the lives of all she has met, especially her students. She was a dedicated, creative teacher. Her optimistic personality has been very refreshing and her sharp sense of humor a delight. Melinda is survived by her husband of eight years, Allen Montgomery of Kernville; her parents, Betty and Edward Bue of Bakersfield; her brother Tim and his wife Lisa and their beloved son, Colby of Mono City, Calif.; half-siblings Nancy, Peter and Caleb Baisley of Massachusetts; many nieces and nephews and cousins; stepson Bud Montgomery, his wife Geralin and their two sons; and John O'Leary and his two children. John's wife Marilyn, Allen's daughter, preceded Melinda in death. A memorial service will be held at the Family Life Center-Foursquare Church, 20 West Panorama, Wofford Height, on Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the "Save A Tree" Foundation or to the Melinda Bue-Montgomery Memorial Fund, established as a scholarship fund, AltaOne Federal Credit Union, P.O. Box #3553, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Melinda was a magical person and we will always remember her as our "beloved Mimi."

Donald James Devich, a resident of Lompoc, Calif. and former resident of the Kern River Valley, passed away after a brief illness on April 5, 2009. He was 52. Don was born in Los Angeles, Calif. and moved to the valley in 1974. He and his brother Mike worked at their parents’ business, The Shoe Box in Lake Isabella. Don left the valley in 1976 to go to CSU Bakersfield. While at CSUB he became student body president, and then chair of the California State Student Association (made up of CSU student body presidents). After college he moved to Santa Barbara, where he was manager of the Arlington Theater of the Performing Arts and then a financial analyst at UC Santa Barbara. Don moved to Lompoc six years ago. He was also sysop of Compuserve’s ShowBiz Forum for many years. Don is survived by his brother, Mike Devich and wife Derith Hansen of Bodfish; his aunt Angie Juhl of Santa Maria CA; cousin Carol Crawford of Mt. Mesa and her children Will, Michelle and Bobbie; cousin Tasha Mendez and husband Lou and their daughter Tina and granddaughter Carolyn of Santa Maria; cousin Shari Davis and husband Jeff of Grass Valley, CA; and cousins Jim Lindhardt and Joe Lindhardt of Texas. No services are scheduled locally. A memorial service is being planned at the University of California at Santa Barbara, where he had many colleagues. In lieu of flowers, please send a special memory of Don to Mike Devich at the Kern River Courier, P.O. Box 1145, Wofford Heights CA 93285.

Death notices William Parsons William Parsons, 83, of Wofford Heights, passed away April 7, 2009 at his residence. There are no services pending. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home, 6048-A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.

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Howard John Pierce, 85, of Mt. Mesa, passed away March 29, 2009 atr his residence. No services are pending. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home, 6048-A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.

Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Ruby's Flowers (2009-B1723) Street address of principal place of business: 5540-E3 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 537, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT(S): Patricia Elliott, 5540-E3 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 11/06/1985. 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: Patricia A. Elliott. This statement filed on 03/12/2009. Expires 03/12/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier March 20, 27, April 3 and 10, 2009.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Sportsman's Inn (2009-B1727) Street address of principal place of business: 11123 Kernville Road, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1176, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT(S): Gary Craig, 11123 Kernville Road, Kernville, CA 93238. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 10/01/2003. 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: Gary Craig. This statement filed on 03/12/2009. Expires 03/12/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier March 20, 27, April 3 and 10, 2009.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Blessed Books and Things (2009-B1822) Street address of principal place of business: 6755 Wofford Heights Boulevard, #C, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 81661, Bakersfield, CA 93380. REGISTRANT(S): Shelia Winburn-Porter, 502 Panorama Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. 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: Shelia Winburn-Porter. This statement filed on 03/16/2009. Expires 03/16/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier March 27, April 3, 10 and 17, 2009.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Dan's Donuts N Deli (2009-B2121) Street address of principal place of business: 113 Piute Drive, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 411, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT(S): Dan Smith, 113 Durrwood, Kernville, CA 93238. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 02/28/2009. 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: Dan Smith. This statement filed on 03/27/2009. Expires 03/27/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier April 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2009.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Mesa Clinical Pharmacy (2009-B2245) Street address of principal place of business: 12608 Mt. Mesa Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1628, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT(S): Kern Valley Hospital, Inc., 6412 Laurel Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. F, Corporation. Date the business commenced: 07/28/1994. 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: Rick Carter, Chief Executive Officer. This statement filed on 04/01/2009. Expires 04/01/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier April 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 2009.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Cyclesmiths, The (2009B2236) Street address of principal place of business: 11417 Kernville Road, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 600, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT(S): Crocketts Legendary Cyclesmiths, LLC, 700 Bristlecone Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. D, Limited Liability Company. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. 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: Wendy Crockett, Manager. This statement filed on 04/01/2009. Expires 04/01/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier April 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 2009.

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Lah-De-Dah-Gifts, Collectables, Antiques. “If it’s not here, we don’t have it.” Sewing Center for Sewing Needs. 41 Big Blue Rd. Kernville. Call 376-6704.

COCKTAILS AND DANCING

Number of weeks ad is to run______ X your ad total = $__________ Amount due.

FREE TO GOOD HOME. 275 lb. tan with light cream chested stray kitten. Has no collar. Will come when raw beef waved while saying “Here kitty, kitty.” Found playing with the neighbor’s now missing dog. Also fond of small children, birds, and other things that move.

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1. Write your message on the form. Please be neat. Ads start at 5 lines for $5.50 and only $1.00 for each additional line. 2. Total first five lines and $1.00 for each additional line. Multiply the total by the number of weeks you wish your ad to run. Fill in the blanks below. Payment must be with order. 3. Enter credit card #, or make check, money order payable to: Kern River Courier P.O. Box 1145 Wofford Heights, Ca 93285-1145 6392 B Wofford Blvd. Wofford Heights, Ca 93285 Mail or deliver to above address. Ad must reach us by Tuesday 12 noon of the week it is to run.

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

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Friday, April 10, 2009

Courier chuckle of the week: "The reason they call it the American Dream is because you have to be asleep to believe it." George Carlin

See Page 6 for answers to puzzles

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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. MOVIES: What was the name of the college that was the setting for "Animal House"? 2. AD SLOGANS: What product had the slogan, "They plump when you cook 'em." 3. AUTOS: What inspired Cadillac's iconic tail fins in the 1950s? 4. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What does the Ishihara test determine? 5. MUSIC: Who was the last musician to perform at the 1969 Woodstock music festival? Answers:

1. Faber College 2. Ball Park Franks 3. Twin rudders on Lockheed P38 aircraft 4. Color blindness 5. Jimi Hendrix

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BBQ

Serving Your Smoked Favorites & Homemade Sides Ribs, Chicken, Pulled Pork, BBQ Beans, ColeSlaw & Potato Salad Serving Prime Rib Sunday’s

Now open! Monday thru Thursday 11:00am to 3:00pm Friday & Saturday 12:00am to 10:00pm Sunday 1:00pm to 8:00pm

Books • CD’s • DVD’s • Audio Books • Cards & Gifts •

Blessed Books& Things

67655 Wofford Blvd. Wofford Heights

760-000-0000 Tuesday thru Saturday 10:00am to 7:00pm Closed Sunday & Monday

“Something for every age” Special orders available

Purses • Sunglasses • & Clothing

Bibles • Christian

760-376-2525 Wendy Dohner, Owner

Join us for complimentary Coffee & Doughnuts Friday April 10th 10:00am to 7:00pm

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SUB SCR IBE

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: Adam Snyder. This statement filed on 04/07/2009. Expires 04/07/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier April 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 2009.

DBAs – $40 is all it costs! Call us! 376-2860

13423 Sierra Way, Kernville

Grand Opening

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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Kern Valley Pool Care (2009-B2364) Street address of principal place of business: 160 Live Oak Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: 160 Live Oak Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT(S): Adam Snyder, 160 Live Oak Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of

Can I transfer my Funeral

Pre-Arrangements to Lake Isabella Funeral Home or Valley Mortuary of Lake Isabella

YES!

Call Rob & Betty to update your pre-arrangement or transfer any burial arrangement to our services.

Cremation $695 Lic.# FD1972

Burial Services $2495 Lic.# FD1905

760-379-5006

Call today at or come by at 6048 Lake Isabella Blvd., next to AltaOne Credit Union

“Serving a Special Easter Brunch”

Avocado Lobster Benedict with Hollandaise sauce or Poached Salmon with a lemon caper sauce, served with fresh fruit crepes topped with strawberry syrup or biscuits and gravy, as well as home fries and desert all for only

1595

Or order from our lunch and dinner menus. Brunch will be served from 11:00am until 3:00pm. Please call for reservations Children under 12 eat for Free!

10720 Pine Drive Alta Sierra (760) 376-8900 On the Greenhorn Mountains. Only eight miles west from Wofford Heights! Follow the signs from Hwy155, Open Thursday Dinner only, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm Friday Lunch & Dinner from 12:00am to 9:00pm Saturday Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner from 11:00am to 9:00pm Sunday Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner from 11:00am to 7:00pm

Yes!

760-223-6704

Easter Sunday Service

April 12, 2009

At the Rodeo Grounds In Kernville 9:30a.m - Coffee & Pastries • 10:00a.m - Service

Our kids will be doing a very special program:

Peter Cotton’s Tale

There will be a After the service Bounce House Hamburgers/Hot Dogs & Drinks will Games & be provided. We welcome you to h to share, and enjoy Easter Egg Hunt bring a side dish For kids a picnic lunch with us.

Don’t forget chairs or a blanket.