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‘Green’ grocery planned

Hakob Gylozalyan holds two big trout he caught on the upper river.

Buying local produce healthy way to go green Richard Rowe Special to the Courier

“Think globally, buy locally” is a mantra of those who think “green.” Most grocery store food these days travels well over 1,000 miles from farm to plate, and often much farther. Eating locally-sourced and regionally- Informational sourced food can meeting to cut down those start local transport emisFarmer’s sions and costs Market enormously while keeping farms in Sat., Aug. 16 your area alive. 3 p.m Local food can be fresher too. Nuui Cunni Several options Center, for local grocery French shopping are Gulch being explored. An organizational meeting to start a weekly Farmer's Market will be held tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 16 at 3 p.m. at Nuui Cunni Native American Cultural

See GREEN, Page 14

School starts Aug. 18 Watch out for kids crossing the street without looking!

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Murdoc Douglas/Special to the Kern River Courier

Ride of the future? Keith and Sherry Pringle of Kernville have a sure way to beat high gas prices. They took their horse-drawn buggy for a drive Saturday down by the river.

Tourist grant workshop Aug. 28 Mike Devich Kern River Courier

The Kern County Board of Trade has $200,000 in tourism grant money looking for a home, and they will be holding a series of workshops in the county to lead applicants through the process of trying to obtain a share of it. The local Kern County Tourism Promotion Grant workshop will be held Thursday, Aug. 28 at 10 a.m. at the Veterans/Senior Center in Lake Isabella. The purpose of the grants is for winners of the grants to attract visitors to certain regions in the county. The county has awarded 164 grants totaling $1.25 million since 2002. "Each year we work to streamline the process and redefine the focus," said Board of Trade Executive Director Rick Davis. "As we do that, one of the greatest challenges is keeping our tourism partners informed of

those changes. The program evolves we try to make the process more user-friendly. These workshops give us a chance to go into the communities, answer questions, and so them how to apply for assistance.” A total of four workshops will be held in the county – in California City, Lake Isabella, Frazier Park and Bakersfield. • Aug. 27 – 10 a.m., City Hall in California City, 2100 Hacienda Blvd. • Aug. 28 – 10 a.m., Veterans Building in Lake Isabella, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. • Sept. 2- 10 a.m., Frazier Park Recreation Building, 300 Park Drive. • Sept. 3 – 7 p.m., Doubletree Hotel in Bakersfield, 3100 Camino Del Rio Court. "We've scheduled workshops all over the county so that any interested organization has an opportunity to participate," said Davis. The workshops are free. For additional information, contact the Kern County Board of Trade at 661-868KERN or e-mail kerninfo@co.kern.ca.us.

Ramblerin’: Couple to recreate 1968 cross-country trip Mike Devich Kern River Courier

Photo courtesy of Paula and Marc Henry

Marc Henry with the original ‘65 Rambler American, holding his daughter Heather. Henry and his wife, Paula, drove the Rambler to Pennsylvania in 1968 and now want to do it again with another Rambler American.

Marc and Paula Henry of Weldon want to drive cross-country in a 1965 Rambler American. Well, they already did it once. Now they want to do it again, to commemorate the original trip. The year was 1968. Marc Henry, a Kern Valley High School graduate, had met Paula in Sacramento where they were going to college. Now he was stationed in the Army in Pennsylvania and he decided he wanted to marry Paula, who was still living with her parents in Sacramento. “I called her collect, of course,” Marc said with a chuckle. “I never had any money.” So Marc flew to Sacramento on leave and the two made plans to marry and drive her car with all her belongings and her two dogs to Pennsylvania. Problem: Her car was a 1965 Rambler American.

Marc was appalled. “She had an American,” he said as if sniffing something foul. “I wouldn’t be caught dead in a Rambler American.” Rambler Americans were not exactly the coolest cars of the late ‘60s, during the muscle car era. “I had had a Chevy SS,” he said. Marc Henry is a car enthusiast. But they packed the car to the gills and drove it back East. “Took seven days,” he said, which was all the leave he had. “We kept stopping at relatives’.” In Pennsylvania they lived in an old farmhouse while Marc was stationed at Tobyhanna Army Depot near Scranton. Fast-forward to 2004. They’ve lived for years in the Kern Valley. Then one day Paula Henry saw a 1965 Rambler American in Weldon with a “For Sale” sign on it. “I called Marc,” she said, “and I said ‘You have got to buy me that car.” So now

See RAMBLER, Page 16

Catch up on the latest entertainment news from the world of TV and movies.

Fun and Games pages will keep you occupied with crosswords and more.

Like barbershop harmony? Join a new group starting up.

Last two weeks in August are tjhe peak of the hummingbird season.

Kern River Basin Data: Wed. 5 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 170,658 acre-ft. (Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit 360,000 ac.-ft.) Peaked at 258,239 ac-ft. June 16. Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 677 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 1403 cfs Outflow, Borel Canal 556 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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Kern River Valley – the place to have some fun Saturday, August 30 Monday, Sept. 1 Fall Arts & Crafts Festival, Circle Park, Kernville. (760) 378-4109.

Thursday, Oct. 9 - Sunday, Oct. 12 Kernville Rod Run car show, streets of Kernville, 376-3133.

Friday, Sept. 19 Saturday, Sept. 20 All Valley Peddler’s Faire, Family Life Center, Wofford Heights. 376-4419

Friday, Oct. 10 - Saturday, Oct. 11 Valley Fest, Lake Isabella. The Kern River Valley’s Oktoberfest celebration. 3795236. (This event has been canceled this year.)

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Spotlighting the best of the Kern River Valley Owners/Editors/Publishers Michael Batelaan Mike Devich Contributing Editor Mike Ludiker Contributors/Columnists Jack Bustamante Rod Middleworth Matt Freeman Bodfish Bob Sally Thornburg Debra Rundell Ron Bolyard Donna Fitch California Joe Harry Thal Clarence Semonious Marya Miller Tony Rivera Dona Anderson Photographers Michael Batelaan, Mike Devich, Mike Ludiker Contributing Photographer Murdoc Douglas Ad Production Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker Advertising Sales Valerie Minoux Business Office Sara Wakeman Subscription Information The Kern River Courier is published and mailed weekly for $35 per year. Send payment to: Kern River Courier P.O. Box 1145 Wofford Heights, CA 93285 Advertising policies Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. Cancellations or rejection shall not preclude payment on similar advertising previously run. KRV Publishing and the Kern River Courier are not liable for errors in copy or an advertisement beyond the cost of the actual space occupied by the error. Publisher reserves the right to place the word “advertisement” on any ad copy that appears to resemble editorial matter. Submission policies Editorial and photo submissions are welcome and will run at the discretion of the editors. Submissions will only be returned when accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. The editors reserve the right to edit all submissions. The entire contents of the Kern River Courier are copyright ©2008 KRV Publishing. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written consent. All rights reserved. Letters policies Letters to the Editor are run when space permits. They are meant as an open forum for expression. The views expressed in the letters to the editor within this paper are not necessarily the views of this paper, nor those of the staff. Letters to the editor pertaining to local issues and events or those that affect our area are encouraged. Please include your real name, address and phone number for verification. Pen names or incomplete names are not allowed. The Kern River Courier reserves the right to exclude any letter to the editor, or edit its contents for length and prevention of libel, or for other reasons as seen fit by the editors. Letters should not exceed 200 words.

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Saturday, August 23 Rubber Ducky Races on the river, Riverside Park, Kernville. 376-4790. Saturday, August 30 Sunday, August 31 Stampede Rodeo, McNally Arena, Kernville. 376-2629. (This event has been canceled this year.)

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. • 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, Fellowship Bldg, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.

Saturdays • 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., KRV CB’ers Breakfast, Sr Ctr., Lake Isabella • 9:30 a.m. Sequoia Amateur Radio Group, Youth Center, Lake Isabella. Second Sat. • 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., 3795831. • 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. • 2-3p.m. Nicotine Anonymous, First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella, 3701 Suhre (behind Dam Korner). 223-1422 or 379-5549. • 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber of Commerce meets, board 2nd Mon., general membership 4th Mon. 376-2629. • 5- 6:30 p.m.- Substance Abuse Family Support & Community Education, College Community Services, 2731 Nugget Ave., Lake Isabella. 379-2412. • 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meets at Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella, Rm G. 376-4461. • 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844. • 7:30-Al-Anon, KRV Hosp Cafe. Help for families & friends of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.

Tuesdays • KRV Garden Club, 2nd Tues. 379-6162. • 6 a.m. - Kernville Walk/Jog/Run Club meets at Cheryl’s Diner, Kernville. • 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 379-5831. • 9:30-11a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 379-2556. • 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting at cemtery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 376-

Saturday, Sept. 20 California Free Fishing Day. Laws and limits must still be obeyed, but a license is not required. Friday, Sept. 26 - Monday, Sept. 28 Turkey Vulture Festival, Kern River Preserve, Weldon. http://kern.audubon.org/

Saturday, Nov. 29 Lake Isabella Christmas Parade. Santa Claus ushers in the holiday season. 3795236. Friday, Dec. 12 Candle Stroll and Live Nativity Scene, Circle Park, Kernville. 376-2629.

2189. • 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets, Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.

Wednesdays • 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 9:30-11 a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, United Methodist Church, Kernville, 379-2556. • Noon- KRV Chamber of Commerce lunch meeting, Paradise Cove, 2nd Wednesday. • 1:30 p.m.- Clan Diggers meeting 2nd Wed. at Kern Valley Bible Church, Lake Isabella. 3rd Wed. - Workshop same location. • 3 p.m.- Republicans of Kern Valley meet 3rd Wed. 376-8616 for location. • 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.-11 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. 376-2410 or 376-2066. • 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.

Thursdays • 6 a.m. - Kernville Walk/Jog/Run Club meets at Cheryl’s Diner, Kernville. • 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, Ewing’s, 4th Thurs. (some exceptions). • Noon, Exchange Club meets, Paradise Cove. • 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. • 7 p.m.-Sweet Adelines meet-Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Prospective members welcome.

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.

Saturday, Dec. 13 Christmas Parade of Giving, Kernville. Santa Claus appears in Christmas Village. 376-2629. 2009 events: Call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce, (760) 376-2629, for dates January: Man and Woman of the Year banquet February: Whiskey Flat Days, Heart Walk March: Keyesville Classic, Isabella Lake Fishing Derby April: Kern River Festival Whitewater Races, Open Art Studio Tour, Butterfly Count, Trout Festival, Nature Festival May: History Days, Rotary Club Classic Car Show Event list courtesy Kernville Chamber of Commerce. All area codes are 760 unless noted.

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Things I Have Noticed

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When I find that guy ... Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

After attending college near Pomona for several months, I decided that college life was not for me. Having talked to my brother, who was in the Navy, and my best friend who had just joined, I thought I would at least check it out and see if I really wanted to tie myself up for four Rod years as a sailor. Middleworth At the time the only recruiting station that I knew of was in downtown Los Angeles. I was living in East Los Angeles so it wasn't all that far. I didn't tell anyone the day I went down to "find out a little more." I remember the recruiter’s name – Sandler. He painted a great picture of seafaring life and told me I was in luck; I could be an electronic technician on a cruiser. And if I joined now, I could still take a couple days to get squared away at home, sell my car, etc. And so I signed the papers and daydreamed about uniforms, girls, foreign ports, girls and the briny deep. He said to go through a door

into the other room with some other recruits and they would take care of the rest. So I did. A guy in a uniform walked into the room and said for us all to get aboard the bus that would take us to the train bound for the San Diego Naval Training Center. Of course, I said, "Wait a minute, they promised me that I could have a couple of days to get my home life settled. So if you would excuse me, I'll do that now and be back in two days." He looked at me and said, "I don't care what that guy said, you're in the Navy now and you'll go where we say and when we say!" I argued (briefly) that my car was in a downtown parking lot, that my folks didn't know where I was, and that I had to tell somebody. "Well, that's tough, you're ours for four years," was the reply. I was marched to the bus where I heard the guy in a uniform tell another one to watch me, that I was a troublemaker and might try to go AWOL. I didn't even know what AWOL was! (Absent Without Leave, and very serious stuff, I later found out). After the bus, it was the train. After the train it was another bus, and they dumped us off at Camp Elliot in San Diego at

See NAVY, Page 4

Are your child’s immunizations up to date?

Mobile saved from fire in Isabella On Saturday, Aug. 10 at 5:12 p.m. a call was received of a structure fire in the 1800 block of Thompson Drive in Lake Isabella. Upon the Kern County Fire Department’s arrival at the scene they found a van under a carport fully involved. The fire had already spread to the single wide mobile home attached to the carport. The fire crews quickly deployed their hoses and had the fire under control within 15 minutes. There were no reports of injuries and the crews saved the home with very little damage. Total property saved was valued at $50,000. Loss including the van was valued at $23,000. The van was believed to be the cause of the fire.

Sorry about that, Chief • Last week’s column on the Hummingbird Festival by Bob Barnes should have been another column instead of the one that ran, and because of that there was some incorrect information about availability of the festival schedule. The Courier regrets the error.

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Adventures

Kern River Valley vacation directory Camping/Fishing Info U.S. Forest Service Lake Isabella office: 4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy. 155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178) (760) 379-5646 Kernville Office: 105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner from the museum) (760) 376-3781

Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Across from Senior Center (760) 379-5236

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Restaurants Airport Cafe at Kern Valley Airport Sierra Way, south of Kernville Breakfast & Lunch, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. 7 days a week

Motels

Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville Corner Sierra Way & Kernville Road Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE Local: (760) 376-2629

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M.L. Ludiker Artwork & Design

Wofford Heights

General KRV Info

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

County Dump Cyrus Canyon OHV Area Target Range ModelAircraft Controllers Stine Cove Robinson Cove Hanning Flat

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Southlake Map courtesy Mike Ludiker www.kernvalley.com

NAVY continued from page 3 midnight. It was the next day before I could get to a pay phone and call my stepdad. "The Navy?" he cried. "You're supposed to be working on that major job we just got in." (I was a machinist working in his shop.) Soon I was getting a recruit haircut, clothes that didn't fit, and shots that hurt. For a while I thought out what I would do to the recruiter, Sandler, if I ever had the chance to meet him in a dark alley. I never did, but I found several other petty, petty officers to dislike. After boot camp things got better. What with my stint in submarines, travels to the Philippines, Hawaii, Japan, Guam, Australia, both the East and West Coasts of the U.S. and a hundred other places, it wasn't a bad four years. As I look back now, it was time well spent. But I would still like to talk with that recruiter, using some of the salty language I learned from my naval tour. If he's alive he's probably in some old folks home now, laughing about his recruiting days in Los Angeles and that one dumb recruit who believed everything he said. 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.

The Nuui Cunni Indian Cultural Center is one of the jewels in the crown of our local area. Located at French Gulch (between Lake Isabella and Wofford Heights), just north of the French Gulch Bridge, the Nuui Cunni (meaning “our house”) Center is a showplace for Native American artwork and cultural objects. The 3,150 square foot center is built on one of the most beautiful pieces of land in the valley, overlooking Isabella Lake with a spectacular view of Cook Peak across the lake. It houses a museum, library, gift shop, and visitors center. Managed and operated by the Kern River Paiute Council, the Nuui Cunni Center is dedicated to preserving, restoring and teaching the Native American culture, history and traditions by providing a facility available for educational, ceremonial and social activities for Native Americans (gatherings are held there regularly) as well as the interested public. There is no charge to enter and observe the center, although donations are appreciated. Hours of operation from May through October are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and during the winter (from November through April), 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. The building is also available for meetings, seminars, get-togethers, weddings, etc. at very affordable rates. For more information, call the center at 760-549-0800. – Kern River Courier

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Catfish are on the prowl Jack Bustamante Kern River Courier Columnist

Lanterns can be seen burning all around the lake. Late evening and early morning catfish fishermen are bringing in some good ones. Lights are on at Engineers Point, Boulder Gulch and Camp Nine. We have had some bluegill action at Camp Nine near the boat ramp and also at both Trout North Fork and French action Gulch Marinas the on the near docks. A couple of river is nice bass, six still hot and seven p o u n d ers, and were caught at Juniper Point heavy. on nightcrawlers. Trout action on the river is still hot and heavy. On weekends it’s a little harder to find quiet spots away from tubers, rafters and splashers, but the catch is well worth the hunt. Hakob Gyozalyan caught a beautiful 3 and 4 pounder in the

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Hakob Gylozalyan holds a three pounder and a four pounder he caught on the upper river. fast waters just above Hospital Flats. Nice catch, Hakob. On the hunt for a spot? Let’s go fishing. Photos courtesy E&J’s Tackle and General Store. For bragging rights, bring your catch to E&J’s, 6498 Wofford Blvd, Wofford Heights, near the Wofford Heights Post Office. See their Web site at h t t p : / / w w w . k e r n rivertrouthunter.com/

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Friday, August 15, 2008

Kern River Valley Nightlife Guide Kernville

Lake Isabella

Ewing’s on the Kern 125 Buena Vista Dr. Thurs. - Sat. - Music by Steve Kuhar 6 p.m. until closing

Arlie’s Club, 5430 Lake Isabella Blvd., 379-8144 Wed. - Donna Ridgway 6 to 9 p.m. Fri. & Sat.- Karaoke by Music to Go from 8 p.m. Sun. - Jam Session with Ted & Jerry from 5 p.m.

The Hut 11340 Kernville Rd., 376-2314 Open jam every Wednesday night

Dave’s Sports Bar, 4108 Lake Isabella Blvd. Monday - Free Pool Tues/Thurs-Pool tournament 7 pm Wed/Friday-Karaoke 7pm, Saturday - Live Bands 9pm

Kern River Brewing Co. 13415 Sierra Way, 376-2337 Fri.- Out of the Blue, 8 - 10 p.m.

Wofford Heights The Hideaway 7062 Wofford Blvd., 376-4717 Sat. evening - Pool tournament

Kern River Saloon 20 Tobias, 376-4786 Fri. - Karaoke with Roy, 8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Sat. -Live music. Sun. - Pool Tournament, 2 p.m. McNally’s Fairview Restaurant Lodging, full bar Mt. 99, 18 miles north to Fairview. 376-2430 Call for musical entertainment

The Lode 6540 Wofford Blvd. Fri., Sat., Sun. and Wed. - Karaoke a.m.

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alta sierra Greenhorn Grill 10725 Pine Drive, 376-8900 Fine dining, full bar w/wide screen TVs.

Sportsman’s Inn 11123 Kernville Rd., 376-2556 Friday- Karaoke with Tina & Jesse Saturday - Internet Jukebox

Entertainment listings in the Night Life guide are free. No more than four lines. Call the Courier at 760-376-2860 or e-mail us your information at office@kernrivercourier.com

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Celebrity Extra Smits will be on Showtime in fall By Cindy Elavsky Q: I am an avid fan of David Boreanaz from "Bones" and "Angel." Sometimes on "Bones" I can see a glimpse of a tattoo on his wrists. What is it of? -- Debra, via e-mail A: David and his wife, Jamie Bergman, have matching tattoos. Boreanaz They are Kanji symbols, one meaning "soul" and the other "destiny/fate." They say that when they hold hands, their souls and their destinies are joined together. *** Q: Whatever happened to Peter Strauss? He was one of my very favorite actors, but it has been ages since I've seen him in anything. -- Judy L., Vandalia, Ohio A: Peter, 61, has had several guest-starring and co-starring roles, including a role in the Robin Williams' movie "License to Wed" and the hit ABC drama "Dirty Sexy Money." He is the announcer for

comedian Tracey Ullman's latest project, "State of the Union." *** Q: One of my favorite shows of this past television season was "Cane," starring Jimmy Smits. He was so good in it. I can't believe it was canceled. Does he have anything new in the works? It was nice to see him back on a weekly series. -Christian K., via e-mail A: You can catch Jimmy this fall in Showtime's hit drama "Dexter." He will play Miguel Prado, the ambitious and tough-on-crime assistant district attorney. He won't be straying too far from his "Cane" stomping grounds, as "Dexter" also takes place in Miami. Jimmy will debut on the season opener, which will air Sept. 28, and is signed on for 10 of the 12 episodes. And, for all you "Dexter" fans out there, Season 2 should be out on DVD by the time you read this. *** Have a question for Cindy? E-mail her at letters@cindyelavsky.com, or write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Health Insurance Matters

Desire for simplicity can render shortage of choices Harry P. Thal, CSA Kern River Courier Columnist

Isn't the world getting complicated? We enter the supermarket and just look at the choices we have. Even simple things like salad is now providing choice. Not only are there many types of lettuce, but then it is chopped up and comes bagged. What choices! The bread aisle, the soft drink aisle, the frozen foods. Even in our little grocery stores we have dozens of options to choose from. Ice cream isn't just plain vanilla. There are at least 31 flavors! Sen. Darrell Steinberg (DSacramento) has introduced Senate Bill 1522. Under it, California regulators would establish five classes of individual health insurance policies. Some would be bare-bones basics,

while other plans would be more comprehensive. These plans would be required to fit the category, regardless of which insurance company you purchased from. This plan isn't all bad. It would make life simpler. With less to choose from, Bill Gates and Oprah types could buy the top plans, most of us a middle Harry Thal plan, and poor and young people a cheap plan. But what of the sick who already have problems? Well, I guess they would want an Oprah plan, as they would be generating lots of expenses. And

if the sick are all using the top coverage plan, where would there be the most claims activity? And, where does the money come from to pay the medical bills? Why, it comes in the form of premium from the policyholders. Now, Bill and Oprah may have unlimited funds, but what of the person with all those problems? They may not even be working. So, their rates go up! Today, we don't have all of our population compacted into five plans. There are hundreds to choose from, with many nuances. So, the risk is widespread. Yes, the more comprehensive plans are costly. They are also paying out for benefits not provided on the lower priced plans. I am looking forward to a progressive thinker in Sacramento who will agree to requiring the five plans. But,

allow other plans to be made available as well. This bill will reach the governor's desk. In its present form he should not sign it. But, it is fixable legislation which can be modified to allow choice. The next time I have a yearning for an ice cream cone, I really want a selection of more than vanilla, chocolate and strawberry. We don't need an act of Congress to limit our choices. Harry P. Thal, MA, Certified Senior Advisor, is a licensed insurance broker. He is a member of the Kern Valley Hospital Advisory Board and is President of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters, He may be reached at 760-376-2100, e-mail harrythal@aol.com or visit him on the web at www.harrythal.com

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California Joe’s Country Living

Water a shrinking commodity California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist

This planet might run short of water someday. And it might be soon rather than later. GBut Golly Jenkins, that’s why I came here. For water. We were living in a ganginfested neighborhood in downtown L.A. I remembered my childhood California Joe days in bayou Louisiana, going fishing on Sundays and Wednesdays with my old dad who'd rather fish than run his junk business. He was good at it too. He had a knack for knowing when to pull on that line. Well, we came here and Sue bought me a little fishing tube and I started fishing the mysterious Isabella Lake. In those days the South Fork was full of trees. Trees spelled shade for fishies and folks alike. All gone now. The trees, that is. Still got some fishies. After seven years of renting we bought a place near Kernville. And I started gardening and landscaping. Today I have two garden areas on my two acres. But pretty soon I may have to cut back on my garden paradise

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob heat and simmer 10 min. Add veg and return to a boil-remove from heat immediately. Quickly ladle veg and liquid into clean hot jars. Leave 1/2 inch head space. Seal. Process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath. Makes 4 pints.

because I ain't got enough you guessed it - water. Won't be too long before Head Gardener Assistant Miz Sue will say, "We’d better think about cutting back on the watering." We're part of the growing American West. A growing population might come to mean a shrinking water supply. And global warming could make matters even worse.

Bodfish Bob’s Crockpot Swiss Chicken Casserole 6 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless 6 slices Swiss cheese 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1/4 cup milk 2 cups stuffing mix 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted

*** All this talk about water and fishing has got me all excited. I might think about taking up fishing again. Just the other day, Miz Sue said, "I was down in our fishing shed and I noticed your old fishing tube sitting in the corner. You given up fishing?" Well, maybe I better think about getting hold of old "Belly Boat Bernie Allen" in Wofford Heights and have him tell me where them little tube fishies are hiding. He has the same knack my old daddy had. He's famous for finding them underwater critters. California Joe is the storyteller persona of Stevenson Phillips, an actor and singer living in Kernville. You may reach him at sscaljoe@aol.com

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Talking About Real Estate Two important choices one can make when selling a home A seller’s asking price is a top factor in determining how quickly the home will sell, if at all. That’s why it’s critical to do your research, and to speak with a real estate agent about how to price your home. There is a perception floating around that some agents Matt Freeman suggest a

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Olympic miracles abound Clarence Semonious Pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship

The Olympics are more than who wins the gold. Every person who is active in the event and those whose lives are in any way influenced by the games will be changed in some way. A 1984 motion picture called “Miracle” tells a story of a man based on Herb Brooks, played by Kurt Russell. Brooks is the coach who led the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team to victory over the seemingly invincible Russian squad. The coach had each player introduce himself to the team at the beginning of Semonious each practice. The introductions answered three questions – the player’s name, where he was from and who he played for. Each player named his home college team. Eventually, the team plays a practice game, to a tie score, against Norway. After the game, Brooks held the team on the ice after everyone left. He put them in a drill, skating back and forth across the ice until they were past being ready to drop. Finally, one player called out his own name. The coach asked, "Who do you play for?" The player answered, "The United States of America!" That team won the gold medal in 1980. I am not now, nor have I ever been an athlete. But "Do you not know that in a race all the runners compete, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it." 1 Corinthians 9:24. This was written for me -

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and you. I believe and have written that God knows each of us personally. God is not responsible for every bad thing that happens in my life, but I trust that "for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28. A more modern way of saying it might be, "When you are at the end of your rope, keep your eyes open because there is where you will find God and His miracles." Mark this well. I am not a good example. I have not arrived at the finish line. "…one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." Philippians 3:13-14. I am sure the players on that 1980 team could fill a book with the thoughts that occurred to them as they tried to finish the drill, then prayed they would not be the first to “wimp out.” And still they wondered, '”Why me?” We can see that the whole team suffered learning the lesson coach was teaching. We do not always see that everyone we meet is also suffering from some drill that this life has handed us. We also fail to see the blessings we have been given. Almighty and everlasting Father, You give Your children many blessings. In every trial and temptation grant us steadfast confidence in Your loving-kindness and mercy…

From the Internet As you read this, think about what you would do. This is really powerful and makes one think! A few years ago a group of salesmen went to a regional sales convention in Chicago. They had assured their wives that they would be home in plenty of time for Friday night's dinner. In their rush, with tickets and briefcases, one of these salesmen inadvertently kicked over a table which held a display of apples. Apples flew everywhere. Without stopping or looking back, they all managed to reach the plane in time for their nearly missed boarding. All but one. He paused, took a deep breath, got in touch with his feelings, and experienced a twinge of compassion for the girl whose apple stand had been overturned. He told his buddies to go on without him, waved good-bye, told one of them to call his wife when they arrived at their home desti-

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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 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 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 Living by Faith Evangelist Outreach 6437 Isabella Blvd. (near Post Office) Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 379-8036 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 Services 9:45 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist Church 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 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.

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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.

Glasses, hearing aids, cell phones being collected What can you do with old glasses, hearing aids or cell phones? The Moose Lodge in Lake Isabella now has a Lions Club bucket to put them in. The glasses are given to Lions Club International for recycling in their Sight Program. The glasses are cleaned, repaired and categorized by prescription for use in its

clinics abroad. The Lions Club also accepts hearing aids for recycling for low income persons. The cell phones are for the Abused Women program. For more information, call Pat Armbruster at 379-3216, Carol Neal at (310) 937-3377 or Pete Peters at (310) 527-4313.

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Courier chuckle of the week:

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The reason there are two senators for each state is so that one can be the designated driver.â&#x20AC;? Jay Leno

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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. LANGUAGE: What is another name for a prestidigitator? 2. SCIENCE: What is studied in the science of speleology? 3. MOVIES: Who had the starring role in "Mr. Deeds Goes to Town"? 4. PRESIDENTS: Which president banned segregation in the armed forces? 5. FOOD: What is the main ingredient in sauerkraut? 6. HISTORY: Which Mexican revolutionary said, "It is better to die on your feet than live on your knees." Answers: Magician Caves Gary Cooper Harry Truman in 1948 Cabbage Emiliano Zapata

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Impatience with those who don't keep up with you can cause resistance, which, in turn, can lead to more delays. Best to be helpful and supportive if you want results. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A surprise announcement from a colleague could put you on the defensive. Gather your facts and respond. You'll soon find the situation shifting in your favor. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Time spent away from a project pays off with a new awareness of options you hadn't considered before. Weigh them carefully before deciding which to choose. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Consider confronting that personal conflict while there's still time to work things out. A delay can cause more problems. A longtime colleague might offer to mediate. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Some emerging matters could impede the Lion's progress in completing an important project. Best advice: Deal with them now, before they can create costly delays. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your aspect continues to favor an expanding vista. This could be a good time to make a career move, and taking an out-of-town job could be a good way to do it. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Disruptive family disputes need to be settled so that everyone

can move on. Avoid assuming this burden alone, though. Ask for -- no, demand -- help with this problem. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Patience is called for as you await word on an important workplace situation. A personal circumstance, however, could benefit by your taking immediate action. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Don't lose confidence in yourself. Those doubters are likely to back off if you demand they show solid proof why they think your ideas won't work. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A temporary setback might cause the usually surefooted Goat some unsettling moments. But keep going. The path ahead gets easier as you move forward. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) There's welcome news from the workplace. There also could be good news involving a relationship that has long held a special meaning for you. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You might still need to cut some lingering ties to a situation that no longer has the appeal it once held. In the meantime, you can start to explore other opportunities. BORN THIS WEEK: Your sense of what's right can inspire others if you remember not to push too hard to make your case. Moderation works best for you. (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Kern River Courier Our Valley, Our Earth

Water, oil pooling don’t mix Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist

During the past few weeks I have been discussing the subject of the physical properties of groundwater aquifers and how they charge, hold and contain water for human consumption. Purposely, the discussion never talked about the deeper reservoirs that contain water, oil, dry gas and/or condensate. These are the reservoirs that store precious hydrocarbons that can be produced and refined into gasoline, lubricants, plastics and other products consumed by the earth's population as products to propel our automobiles, RV's, Jet Skis, aircraft, boats, etc. I have relented and I now think that I should continue our discussion by talking about these very important resources. But first a brief detour is in order. The subject of oil is in the world press and is a global "hot potato." Oil revenues (or lack thereof) drive governments and private enterprise into making unprecedented decisions causing global public hysteria and influencing many downstream uses of oil. We are told, by our public and governmental officials, that the demand for oil has increased and the oil reserves appear to be decreasing, thus causing the escalating prices of gasoline, especially in the United States. I believe it is more politically complex than just simple supply vs. demand. I could discuss these issues for many years, but enough of that! Let's discuss the physical

science of oil and gas accumulations in the subsurface of our earth. It is much less controversial, yet complex. On Sept. 29, Ron Bolyard 2006, I began a series of discussions about the subsurface "trapping" formations that concentrate the oil and gas into "pools" of producible hydrocarbons. At that time, I did not discuss the details of the characteristics of the reservoir rocks which would include the recently introduced terms such as Porosity, Permeability, Interstices, etc. The Macro hydrologic mechanism for the pooling of water in the near surface environment is similar but yet very different from the ponding of the oil and gas reserves in the deep subsurface of the earth. This is due primarily to the much greater heat and pressures that are encountered as we probe deeper and deeper into the crustal rocks of the earth. I will briefly re-introduce the seven major traps and then proceed with a discussion on the characteristics of the reservoir rocks, using the Anticlinal trap as the example. 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.

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Male singers wanted Male singers, young and old, or in between, who would like to sing in a barbershop four-part harmony chorus or quartet, read on! If you have or do not have experience, it doesn’t matter. Call Red Ehrenbach at 378-1928. The Bakersfield chorus is willing to teach us. They have about three good directors. We can carpool down on Tuesday evenings. When we have enough singers, about 20, and a good director to start a chapter here in the Kern River Valley on Thursday evenings, we will do that! Then you can choose to continue down there and/or here, or attend both. Females are welcome. Maybe we can get a mixed quartet.

GREEN continued from page 1 Center in French Gulch (a few miles up Highway 155 from the town of Lake Isabella). Input is being sought from potential buyers, local growers and even small local gardeners with extra produce or fruit they might want to sell there, regarding interest level, preferred date/time, and types of products to be offered. The meeting is open to all interested parties. Contact Anna Leon at 661-978-8712 or e-mail mtn.anna@gmail.com for more information. The www.localharvest.org Web site lists only one farm in the Kern River Valley – Canyon & Valley Farm in Lake Isabella. Their current list of items they have for sale can be obtained by writing to cvgens@yahoo.com. Another resource is Abundant Harvest Organics (www.abundantharvestorganics.com). It is an alliance of small family farmers in Central California dedicated to growing organic produce and delivering at a fair price, with minimal packaging, directly to local con-

sumers. Besides in-season produce you can add organic dairy products, eggs, poultry, grains, nuts, and more. Currently this online, yearround subscription service is delivered weekly to Bakersfield. A small group of Kern River Valley families has banded together to participate in a “green” way, taking turns driving to Bakersfield on Saturday mornings to pick up for the whole group and distributing to three central drop points in the Kern Valley. Rebecca Rozenberg is the point person for this group. Her plan is to duplicate this healthy, green concept and coordinate other small groups to serve all the communities in the Kern River Valley. Her long-range plan is to build the subscriptions to a point where the company can deliver to the KRV. If interested, contact Rebecca at (760) 376-2342 or rebecca@livinginbalance.net. Editor’s note: Richard Rowe writes a column for the Kern River Courier entitled “Living Green.”

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Review Board. A business clearance review was done, but the information provided was Recently a clinic coordinator flawed. at the VA medical center in • The OIG determined that the Temple, Texas, sent out an e-mail contract does not meet the suggesting that staff cut back on needs of the VA and was awardthe number of post-traumatic ed without consultation with stress disorder diagnoses. There those who would use the comwas a puters. Senate VA Veterans committee Health Admin, There was a Senate investigafor example, VA committee investigation, and of told OIG staff course, a that the comtion, and of course, a denial that puters selected denial that the intent was the intent "will not meet to cut back on benefits was to cut special needs back on such as viewmoney. benefits ing medical money. images." --Freddy Groves Now, that Then there's very same this quote document has been added to the from the report: "We asked the pile of evidence in the PTSD CO how the Fair Market Value lawsuit against the Department would be established if VA of Veterans Affairs. The federal decided to buy the PCs in the judge actually re-opened the first or second year of the lease, case so he could consider and he told us that he guessed it whether to add the e-mail. would be discussed and negotiAnd now the Office of the ated with Dell." Inspector General has issued a Guessed? report on activities at the VA's Go to the OIG's Web site Office of Finance in Austin, [www.va.gov/oig] and take a Texas. look now and then at the reports The VA awarded a contract and publications. Some of it is for $248 million for Dell comput- fascinating reading. ers. The OIG took a hard look at the particulars of how the conWrite to Freddy Groves in tract came to be, and issued a care of King Features Weekly less-than-complimentary report: Service, P.O. Box 536475, • The bid solicitation included Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send "unnecessary criteria that may e-mail to have hindered competition." columnreply@gmail.com. • The contract wasn't reviewed by the Contract (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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September – Early Look

Obituary notice Evelyn “Terry” Boudreaux Evelyn “Terry” Boudreaux of Bodfish was born June 29, 1948 in Los Angeles. She passed away Aug. 11, 2008 in Bodfish. Terry was preceded in death by her loving husband of 40 years, Dennis. Terry is survived by her daughters Marlo and Michele and their husbands Bill Sheckells and Johnny Hurst; nephew Billy Crain and wife Devon and niece Candy Light; grandchildren Dennis, Haeley, Brittney, Savannah, Bailey, Jeremy and James; aunt/sister-in-law Myrna and her children Trina, Norman and Brenda; great-nephew Eric; and great-niece Kasheena and husband Brian. Terry is also survived by her extended family Greg Szymanski, wife Jodee and their children Matt, Billy, James and Marissa; her friend and sister Jeanne Olson; and mother figure Smitty Glass. Funeral services will be conducted by the Ladies Auxiliary to the VFW at Post 7665 on Nugget in Lake Isabella at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 15, 2008 with a potluck to follow.

Death notices Alicia Celedon Alicia Celedon, 53, a resident of Kern County, passed away Aug. 11, 2008 at Lancaster Community Hospital. Services are pending. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home Society, 6048A Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.

Evelyn Terry Boudreaux Evelyn Terry Boudreaux, 60, of Bodfish, passed away at her residence on Aug. 11, 2008. There will be visitation on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2008, with services at the VFW on Friday, Aug. 15 at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Riverside National Cemetery. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home Society, 6048A Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.

Announcements for August Dog Wash and Clipping Aug. 16 There will be another dog wash (trimming also available) at the Isabella True Value in Lake Isabella on Aug. 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers are needed. This is to raise funds to establish a spay/neuter clinic in the valley. For more information, call 378-3101. Wofford Heights town meeting August 25 The businesses or Wofford Heights are trying to get together to improve and promote the town as a destination. The next meeting of businesspeople and residents will be held Monday, Aug. 25 at 1 p.m. at the Reel Cinema. The group will be adopting bylaws, developing a mission statement and electing officers. They willl also be discussing a membership drive. For more information, call Barbara at 223-1058. GBLA legal assistance comes to valley Aug. 26 Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance will be back in Kern Valley on Tuesday, August 26 at the Kern River Valley Family Resource Center in Lake Isabella (next to NAPA). If you have any questions or need assistance regarding the following areas of law; Food Stamps, Medi-Cal, TANF, Landlord-Tenant-Evictions, Social Security/Supplement Social Security, or Guardianship. Call 379-2556 to set up an appointment with a Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance representative.

Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Whispering Pines Lodge (2008-B5006) Street address of principal place of business: 13745 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANTS: Richard Whitworth, 2500 Margaret Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92663, and ShuChen Whitworth, 2500 Margaret Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92663: I, Husband and Wife. The date the business commenced: 07/03/2003. 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 (Bus & Prof 14400 et seq. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years

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from the date it was filed in the County Clerk's Office. (07/18/2013) A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. WHISPERING PINES LODGE. This statement filed on 07/18/2008. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk By G. Meza. (34993)-Published by the Kern River Courier August 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2008. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: ISABELLAFLORA (2008-B5506) Street address of principal place of business: 18 Gary Street, Bodfish, CA 93205. REGISTRANTS: Eve Laeger, 18 Gary Street, Bodfish, CA 93205: A, Individual. The date the busi-

ness commenced: 08/11/2008. 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 (Bus & Prof 14400 et seq. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk's Office. (08/12/2013) A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. ISABELLAFLORA. This statement filed on 08/12/2008. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk By G. Durward. (34993)-Published by the Kern River Courier August 15, 22, 29 and September 5, 2008.

Square dancers to start new classes September 2 and 9 The Dam Dancers square dance club will be starting new classes on September 2 and 9. The first two classes are free to the public. The Dam Dancers will demonstrate square dancing. Join the fun and learn! Youths 12 and over are welcome with a parent or grandparent. Regular dance classes are held on each Tuesday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Our club dances are held on the first Saturday of each month. For more information call 376-4181, 376-1447 or 379-5420. Southern Sierra Science Symposium September 4-5 The Forest Service and other governmental agencies will be hosting a symposium at the Visalia Convention Center. The first day, Sept. 4, will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Maichi Phan at mphan@fs.fed.us, or call (530) 759-1700 by Aug. 20. BLM to auction off oil and gas leases Sept. 10 The Bureau of Land Management will conduct an auction of oil and gas leases on federal land on Sept. 10. The lease auction will be held at the Holiday Inn Select, 801 Truxtun Ave., Bakersfield. For more information, contact Laurie Moore at (916) 978-4377 or Nora DeDios at the BLM Bakersfield Field Office, (661) 391-6129. Annual Kern Valley Pride Day September 20 Register now to volunteer to clean up the Kern Valley Saturday, Sept. 20. Litter pickup is from 8 to 11:30 a.m. From noon to 2 p.m. will be a barbecue lunch for all volunteers with awards and music. Signup forms are available at Thomas Refuse, the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce, Kern Valley Sun and QAB Radio. For more information or to sign up, call 3792618 ext. 108. Kern Valley High School reunion September 26-28 The Kern Valley High School Reunion, for those who attended KVHS between 1941 and 1969, will be held September 26-28, 2008 at the Kernville Inn in Kernville. Information email kvhsalumni@aol.com or call 760-3763218. Clint James Memorial Golf Tournament September 27 A Clint James Memorial Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, Sept. 27 at Kern Valley Golf Course. Entry fee includes a BBQ dinner. The format is Regular Scramble. Cash is paid for first through third place. Also, longest drive (men and women). Members $45, non-members $55. Cutoff date is Sept. 13. Check-in 9 a.m. Shotgun start 11 a.m. A hole in one with full field wins a car from Isabella Motors. For more information call Kern Valley Golf Course at 376-2828 or Diane Norris at 376-1725. Proceeds support the youth groups in the valley, such as the boys who go to Mule Days in Bishop.

APPLES continued from page 11 nation and explain his taking a later flight. Then he returned to the terminal where the apples were all over the terminal floor. He was glad he did. The 16-year-old girl was blind! She was softly crying, tears running down her cheeks in frustration, and at the same time helplessly groping for her spilled produce as the crowd swirled about her, no one stopping and no one to care for her plight. The salesman knelt on the floor with her, gathered up the apples, put them back on the table and helped organize her display. As he did this, he noticed that many of them had become battered and bruised; these he set aside in another basket. When he had finished, he pulled out his wallet and said to the girl, "Here, please take this $40 for the damage we did. Are you okay?" She nodded through her tears. He continued on with, "I hope we didn't spoil your day too badly." As the salesman started to walk away, the bewildered blind girl called out to him, "Mister..." He paused and turned to look back into those blind eyes. She continued, "Are you Jesus?" He stopped in mid-stride, and he wondered. Then slowly he made his way to catch the later flight with that question burning and bouncing about in his soul: "Are you Jesus?" Do people mistake you for Jesus? That's our destiny, is it not? To be so much like Jesus that people cannot tell the difference as we live and interact with a world that is blind to His love, life and grace. If we claim to know Him, we should live, walk and act as He would. Knowing Him is more than simply quoting Scripture and going to church. It's actually living the Word as life unfolds day to day. You are the apple of His eye even though we, too, have been bruised by a fall. He stopped what He was doing and picked you and me up on a hill called Calvary and paid in full for our damaged fruit. Editor’s note: This item has been reprinted many times and was recommended to us by a reader.

The Kern River Courier did not receive reports from law enforcement authorities this week. We will include this week’s reports with next week’s reports.

Crime log A digest of reports from various public safety agencies in the Kern River Valley area

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The Kern River Valley’s Bird World

Hummingbirds are many during the last two weeks of August Hummingbird Unit equivalencies (BCHUs) based on several standard hummingbird sizes are: 1 liquid ounce consumed per day = 5.859375 BCHUs 8 oz. = c. 47 BCHUs per day 16 oz. = c. 94 BCHUs 30 oz. = c. 176 BCHUs 48 oz. = c. 281 BCHUs 96 oz. = c. 563 BCHUs 128 oz. (1 gallon) = 750 BCHUs

Murdoc Douglas/Special to the Kern River Courier

Vickie and Forrest Hugo of Bakersfield hold their children DJ and Maddie as they view hummingbirds coming up to the feeders at the Kern River Preserve in Weldon Saturday during their annual Hummingbird Festival.

Bob Barnes Special to the Kern River Courier

The last two weeks in August are the peak period for hummingbird numbers in the Kern River Valley each year. How many hummingbirds? The following is intended to give a “feel” for hummingbird numbers coming to your feeders daily. You may find there are

many, many more hummingbirds present at your feeders than might be thought. How many hummingbirds? Based on hummingbird scientist Bill Calder’s energetic studies, one gallon of sugar water will feed approximately 750 hummingbirds the size of Blackchinned Hummingbirds for one day. Therefore, Black-chinned

SBA loan reps in valley The U.S. Small Business Administration says that low-interest disaster loans are available to residents and businesses affected by the flash flooding that occurred July 12 through 20 as a result of the severe thunderstorms. In Lake Isabella, SBA representatives will be available Aug. 18 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Aug. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. They will be at Supervisor Jon McQuiston’s office at 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Representatives are also available in Ridgecrest and Independence. Disaster loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace their damaged or destroyed primary residence. Homeowners and renters are eligible for up to $40,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed personal property.

The Kern River Valley is one of the top hummingbird migration stops in the United States. But, how many hummingbirds? Based on sugar water consumption of 300-500 ounces per day, the Kern River Preserve and many private yards in the KRV host over 1,500 individual hummingbirds each day in the second half of July, throughout August, and into September, peaking at over 2,500 individuals per day in each yard. Factors to keep in mind that could affect coming up with more than just a general estimate of hummingbird numbers include: •Not all hummingbirds are Black-chinned Hummingbirds •Not all hummingbirds are the same size

•Hummingbirds other than Black-chinneds may drink more or less •Length of day may impact amount of consumption •Temperature and other weather related factors may impact feeding rates •Migrating hummingbirds may required more food than non-migrants •Orioles, finches, woodpeckers, and bats may be drinking at feeders Bottom Line: multiply the number of ounces fed each day by 5 to come up with a “ball park” number of hummingbirds coming to feeders that day. How many hummingbirds? It is almost guaranteed that there are many more hummingbirds in your yard than you think. UNTIL NEXT WEEK, Happy and Productive Birding. Reprinted from the Kern River Courier, Aug. 13, 2004. Permission granted by the author. Bob Barnes, a well-known expert on birding (and former president of the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce) now lives in Ridgecrest and can be reached at bbarnes@lightspeed.net Our thanks to renowned nature photographer Bob Steele for allowing us to use his stunning photos. Visit his Web site at www.bobsteelephoto.com.

RAMBLER from page 1 they were again the proud owners of a Rambler American. Paula, who works at the local bus company office, had the grand idea of recreating their 1968 trip to Pennsylvania for their 40th anniversary this year. Marc, who is with the Lake Patrol, was not thrilled about traveling with no air conditioning, so he actually bought another Rambler just so he could take the air conditioning out of it. “That’s a whole story in itself,” he laughed. The car was supposed to be free but turned out to be quite costly. However, they got their air conditioning. The Henrys wanted to take their trip this summer but other obligations have forced them to postpone it. “Maybe this fall,” said Paula. The gas cost will certainly be different. “Last time I think it cost us $250 in gas for the entire trip,” said Marc.

Mike Devich/Kern River Courier

Paula and Marc Henry with their current Rambler.

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