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Friday high 90° Mostly sunny Friday low 65° Partly cloudy Saturday high 88° Mostly sunny Saturday low 64° Breezy Sunday high 89° Mostly sunny Sunday low 63° Mostly clear National Weather Service

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Natalie Dorrell, Cerro Coso Courier Pulse Do you have a warm and caring personality and enjoy working with people? Are you looking for a career in the medical field? Cerro Coso Community College is offering a variety of Health Career classes in the Kern River Valley this fall to help jumpstart your future today.

Cerro Coso has opening in the following class-

es: Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Insurance and Billing, Clinical Medical Assisting, Medical Administration for Medical Assisting, and Medical Terminology for Health.

Prerequisites may be required. Consult the college schedule at cerrocoso.edu for complete information on these classes and more.

Classes begin August 24. Call the KRV campus

today at 760-379-5501 and to talk to a counselor.

The success of health care is dependent on qualified personnel.

Health workers are the most critical resource in any health care system.

The aging of the country's population and national health care reform are expected to drive increased demand for health care serves and lead to rising health care employment. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

projects that health care occupations will grow by nearly thirty percent between 2010 and 2020, more than twice the rate of growth for jobs outside of health care.

If you want to make more money, impact lives, and save lives, a career in Healthcare could offer all that and more. The Cerro Coso Community College KRV Campus is located at 5520 Lake Isabella Boulevard in Lake Isabella.

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Seniors target of scams and fraud Michael Batelaan Courier Special Ashley Glover, Crime Prevention Specialist for the Kern County Sheriff's Department, once again spoke this week to the Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owner's Association general meeting. This time she explained how people, especially seniors, are subject to scams and fraud.

Glover explained that there are hundreds of new scams invented every day. She warned the audience to research every purchasing decision. 70% of telemarketing scams are directed to trusting seniors.

Contractor scams are very prevalent in California.

Glover warned to be wary of a door-to-door solicitation for roofing, paving or painting with "leftover"

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less. To verify a contractor's legitimacy, you can call the CA Contractors State License Board at 800-321-2752.

Other common scams include Medi-Cal and Medicare fraud. In these schemes, the victim is

Southern California Edison is advising customers to be aware of a telephone scam that demands immediate payment for allegedly past due electricity bills.

Imposters have been calling SCE customers telling them they must make immediate payment on past due bills or have their electric service disconnected.

The callers are also demanding that payment be made

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Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier Ashley Glover addressed the Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners Association Wednesday night.

materials at a "reduced" price. These scammers always ask for all or most of the money up front with the promise that they will be back tomorrow with the crew.

Tomorrow never comes.

By law, a contractor cannot take more than 10% as a down payment or $1,000, whichever is

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With the arrival of summer, more drivers will hit the American highways for summer vacations. Here are a few Summer Driving Tips to help prepare your vehicle and ensure it is in optimal driving condition for your summer getaway or your day-to-day driving in hotter weather conditions: ■ Change your motor oil Regular oil changes with the correct grade of motor oil can improve gas mileage up to two percent. Synthetic oils are best for high temperature driving conditions and for added protection when towing.

■ Check your tire pressure Keeping your tires properly inflated can help improve gas mileage up to three percent. Be sure to check your tire pressure before you begin driving for the day. This allows you to get a cold pressure reading (the number commonly referenced in your owner's manual).

■ Clean your fuel system This helps improve fuel economy and maximize engine performance by removing dirt and deposits from the fuel system.

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kern river water data: Wednesday 6 p.m.

Storage, Isabella Reservoir 66,669 acre-feet 2013 Reservoir peak 106,783 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 119 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 165 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal. *(5-hr average Kernville)

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Onyx Farmers Market Daily The Onyx Certified Farmers Market, hosted by the Kern Valley Growers Association, is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through November at 300 Doyle Ranch Road (near the old Onyx Store) in Onyx.

Eagle's cruise night August 16 Eagle's cruise night 3rd Friday of the month at 6 p.m. Dinner at 6:30 p.m., karaoke as well, come join the fun. Open to the public. KRV Eagles Aeire #3156, 12251 Hwy 178, Mountain Mesa. Call 760-379-3394.

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Regular activities Fridays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272.

■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871.

■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935.

■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

760-379-4112.

■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.

■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers and Hot Rods, Sierra Vista Restaurant, Weldon.

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036.

■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.

■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Rd.,760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Saturdays

■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Center, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights.

■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.

■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m. Poker Pool 3p.m., Dinner 5-7 p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ 9:30 a.m. (1st Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Barbara,760-378-3672 or Geraldine, 559-359-8953.

■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. Pot Luck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discusion, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.

■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.

Sundays

■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877.

■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, public. welcome. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.

■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise Cove Restaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112.

■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella (760) 760-379-5552.

■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272.

■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church, 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112

Wednesdays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-3799921.

■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579.

■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Methodist, 760-379-2556.

■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3795236.

■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.

■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle, Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.

■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-3138.

■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.

■ 5:30 p.m., Weight Watchers, Weldon Methodist Church. 760-267-4693.

■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders VFW, 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella.

■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086.

■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178 ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band.

■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA book study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-3797312.

■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.

■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 a.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts.. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312

Thursdays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206.

■ 2 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Hoffmann Hospice 040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010.

■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center,Lake Isabella.

760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.

■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella.

■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043.

■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629.

■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461.

■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082.

■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844.

■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.

■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-3797312.

■ 7:30 a.m., Al-Anon, KRV Hospital cafeteria, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329.

■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella.

■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge.

■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.

■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, Lake Isabella Library. 760-379-2303.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground.

■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public.

760-379-3877.

■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-376-1462 or 760-379-0673..

■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844.

■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m.

■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, NA book study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.

■ 7 p.m. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome.

■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.

■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 9:30 - 11:30a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760379-2556.

■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group.

760-379-1129.

■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District.

Public invited. 760-376-2189.

■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, Hwy. 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is submitted to the Courier by the groups listed. Please call the phone numbers provided to check meeting times and location .

River Rhythms free concert series August 16 The Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation brings 7 p.m. Friday evening performances to Riverside Park in Kernville free to the public that are family friendly. The musical styles vary each week.

On Aug. 16 see country band, Rockwell's Blackboard Playboys. Bring your lawn chairs. For information call Charlie Busch, concert series coordinator at 760-376-4500 or KRVECF at 760-379-0764.

Youth group yard sale August 17 New Life Assembly of God Church, 25 Arden Ave., Wofford Heights. The Youth Department is sponsoring a Yard Sale on Saturday August 17 starting at 8 a.m. The purpose is to raise funds to help teens who are struggling to start school with sufficient clothing. Contact New Life Assembly of God for more information.

Habitat restoration workdays August 17 Join Audubon Kern River Preserve staff and volunteers for our Habitat Restoration Workdays. This week is site care and maintenance. Volunteers of all levels of ability and time commitment are welcome. Bring food and water, gloves; wear long sleeves and pants, work shoes or boots. The preserve will supply the tools. Meet at 8 a.m. at the Alexander Restoration Site on Fay Ranch Road, 1/3 mi. north of Hwy 178 in Weldon.

Contact the Kern River Preserve Land Steward, Sean Rowe 760-378-2531 or email srowe@audubon.org to RSVP. Lakeshore Farmers Market August 17 This market is hosted by the Kern Valley Growers Association from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. The market is at the Lakeshore Lodge, 7466 Wofford Blvd. Wofford Heights.

Nuui Cunni Farmers Market August 17 The Kern River Paiute Council Nuui Cunni Farmers Market is held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for produce needs. The market is located at 2600 Highway 155 at the French Gulch Forest Service Recreation Area. Contact 760-549-0800.

Lantern Light Tour and Ghost Hunt August 17 Lake Isabella Paranormal Society is on slate to co-host 8 to 10:30 p.m. at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Bodfish. Cost: $12.00 per person (all ages). All proceeds go to renovation, restoration and museum acquisitions.

Cash only night of event or advance tickets by credit card. Questions or to purchase advance tickets contact: 760-379-5146 or email: ghosttown@verizon.net.

Astronomy Club presentation and viewing, August 17 Explore the night skies over Lake Isabella with Richard Burdge and members of the Kern River Valley Astronomy Club, when they present an astronomy program on Saturday, August 17th, at the Tillie Creek Amphitheater in Wofford Heights. The program begins at sun down and concludes at around 10:30 p.m. They will present a slide show tour of the night skies and a program that includes telescopes for viewing the "dark" skies such as nebula, star clusters, constellation, planets, and the moon. The Amphitheater is located in Tillie Creek Campground in Wofford Heights. Bring a flashlight, blanket, and light sweater or jacket as the evenings can be cool. For more information call 760-379-5646.

Veterans of Foreign Wars breakfast August 18 Have breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday at the Kern River Valley VFW Post 7665 Hall, 2811 Nugget Ave. (behind McDonald's), Lake Isabella. Call 760-379-3877.

Kern Valley FFA spaghetti dinner August 18 Kern Valley Future Farmers of America are holding a spaghetti dinner at the KRV Eagles Aeire #3156, 12251 Hwy 178, Mountain Mesa

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He was my brother

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much with life. He was still my brother.

To my brother I remember the lyrics by songwriter Marcus This past week Congleton and the Hollies later I lost my younger perfomed brother Mark. At The road is long age 53 taken from With many a winding turn this world preThat leads us to who knows maturely, his where body having Who knows where been ravaged by Batelaan But I'm strong the same desease Strong enough to carry him that claimed the life of our mother He ain't heavy, he's my brother at the same young age. All so So on we go tough to grasp and get my head His welfare is of my concern around.

No burden is he to bear I can not say that I remember We'll get just when my there brother arrived, My brother Mark questioned For I know but soon he much, loved much and struggled he would not would become much with life. He was still my encumber me my roommate brother.

He ain't growing up.

- Batelaan heavy, he's my We did not brother always get If I'm laden at all along or see eye to eye. In fact, as I'm laden with sadness boys we frequently fought. He That everyone's heart didn’t mean to give me a hiking Isn't filled with the gladness boot to the head and I didn’t Of love for one another mean to level a blow resulting in It's a long, long road his two chipped front teeth. He From which there is no return was my brother and we loved While we're on the way to each other. As brothers we had there lots of good times too.

Why not share He did not always make the And the load right choices, say the right things Doesn't weigh me down at all or choose the right path.

He ain't heavy, he's my brother.

But he was my brother.

He was my brother and I loved My brother Mark belived in him, will always remember him God and had a big heart for othand now I know he has been set ers and did not always pick the free. best of friends. He was accepting of all. He was my brother.

Michael Batelaan is publisher of the My brother Mark questioned Kern River Courier. He can be reached much, loved much and struggled at office@kernrivercourier.com Michael Batelaan Courier Publisher

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wives not there, neither was our luggage and personal items. We called the desk and they had no On a rainy day notation of us being moved. They a while back I called around while we drove looknoticed that in ing for our spouses. As minutes spite of the downpassed, we began to worry until pour there were we were finally told that they had still many golfers been moved. on our Kernville We found out that after we golf course slosh- Middleworth left for golf, our wives discoving through the ered the rooms were full of fleas. rain intent on finThey were on everything, crawlishing their game. At first I thought ing up their legs and hopping 'what foolishness' and then I everywhere. The manager was remembered one rainy day in called and he moved them to Santa Barbara when I too slogged luxury suites at no extra charge across a muddy, but he'd forgot soggy golf to tell the front ...our wives discovered the course intent on desk. On rooms were full of fleas. finishing my inspection, the game no matter rooms were - Middleworth beautiful and what.

My partner were in the and I had left new section of our wives at one of the Miramar the resort, and best of all they Resort suites that morning while were no fleas. we left to play golf at the Rotary However, about 11 that night Tournament. The wives would our room started to shake and we unpack our suitcases and then heard a terrible noise. We lisattend a Rotary ladies tea and we tened while a freight train went would meet them around noon. As by about 50 feet from our bungawe played in the contest and were low on a spur track. Twice that on the 16th green, the heavens night it rumbled through our opened up and it poured. We opted yard. We were too tired to comto finish our game (I don't know plain and at least we were dry. why) and so we did, in mushy Luckily the locomotive didn't grass, mud and torrential rain. sound its horn and there were no Alas, we didn't place and all we fleas. Which reminds me of an old did was get wet, cold and miseradage..."Let us flee said the fly to able. As we drove home dripping the flea," Indeed let us flee said water all over my partner's the flea to the fly, so they flew Lincoln, we laughed at our folly! through a flaw in the flue!" (This Pulling up in front of our bungalow diddy has little to do with the we saw that not only were our story but its fun to say!)

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Superintendent of Schools to host College Night The Kern County Superintendent of Schools will hold its 14th annual Kern County College Night on Monday, Sept. 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Rabobank Convention Center. This year's event, which is sponsored by PG&E and Chevron, promises to be bigger and better than ever with an expanded array of information sessions for high school students and their parents. College Night is free and reservations/tickets are not required.

Representatives from public and private colleges and universities will be on hand to speak with attendees, while breakout sessions will be available on a variety of topics such as how to obtain financial aid, how to prepare if you want to be a college student athlete, how to write a personal statement and how to decide which college is right for you. Students will also hear about why it's important to take rigorous courses in high school, how to prepare for tests like the SAT and ACT and for those undocumented students - how to take advantage of the Dream Act. Along with Kern County colleges and universities such as Bakersfield College, Taft College and Cal State Bakersfield, dozens of other public and private institutions from around the country will be represented. California-based universities include UC Merced, UCLA, UC Davis, UC Santa Barbara and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. A long list of out-of-state schools will also be on hand, including Notre Dame, Arizona State University, Colorado School of Mines, University of Massachusetts, Missouri University of Science & Technology and Oregon State.

The first breakout sessions for parents and students begin promptly at 5:15 p.m. with the second session starting at 6:30 p.m. Two late sessions are also scheduled.

One will focus on NCAA rules for incoming college athletes and the other on how to find that perfect college to fit your students' needs. Counselors from throughout the Kern High School District will also be on hand to answer questions and help students and parents figure out which workshops fit their needs the best.

For more information, contact Christine Goedhart-Humphrey at 661-636-4330 at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office.

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Fire safety zones Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist The sign you see as you enter Wofford Heights from the south says you'd better have established the safety zone around your house pretty Schlensker soon, of you're likely to be trouble. That is, trouble with the authorities - the law - let alone the trouble you might well encounter should there be a wildfire and you have a lot of combustible materials close-by around your dwelling!

We'd do well to establish something of a similar "safety zone" around ourselves in our lives. There are plenty of things out there by which we can easily get burned. And we might even from time to time go to the extent of inviting a torching; like my mother used to say, "Children, who play with matches (… or was it fire?), get burned!"

As we become more experienced hopefully that equates to older and wiser - we are better able to recognize the things that hold potential dangers for us in some way. Many - if not most - of those things are fun, stimulating … in any of a number of ways, economically profitable, or otherwise appealing to our worldly, fleshly desires, whims and pride. However, it is precisely those things - often termed temptations - which we would do well to eliminate from our safety zone.

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"consider the members of your earthly body as dead to immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed, which amounts to idolatry." And he says to "put aside" anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive speech from your mouth. (Colossians 3:5,8). The apostle Peter encourages Christians to put away "all malice and all guile and hypocrisy and envy and all slander" (1 Peter 2:1). Jesus, Himself, in Luke 12:15, says, "Beware, and be on your guard against every form of greed." That gets at the heart of the problem: putting one's self first.

That's why Paul called such stuff "idolatry." That is, making our first priority that which best tickles MY fancy! That's the destructive, potentially flammable stuff that we need to eliminate from the safety zone in our lives.

Consistent with the idea of establishing a safety zone where temptation and evil are concerned in our lives, most, if not all, Christians pray in the Lord's Prayer, "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil."

And we might well hear God whispering back, as He hears us praying that prayer, "OK, then, just don't go where you will be tempted; stay away from whatever is going to lead you astray; and keep all that destructive stuff as far from you as possible."

Taking that advice, we will be less likely to be burned by the wildfires so prevalent in our world today. And that's even more important than keeping the combustible materials a safe distance from our dwellings.

Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Lake Isabella.

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Mark Irvin Batelaan March 24, 1960 - August 8, 2013 Mark Irvin Batelaan went to be with his Lord, Thursday, August 8, 2013 after battling cancer for a little over one and a half years.

Mark was born in Maywood, California March 24, 1960 to Irvin and Carol Batelaan, and was raised in La Puente and Hacienda Heights, in Southern California.

As a young man, Mark worked for Von’s in Lake Elsinore, California. He married and moved to Grants Pass Oregon, where he started as a handyman. He moved to the Kern Valley in the early 1990’s.

Mark was a Kern Valley resident for over 20 years.

He operated Mark’s Handyman Service and later as Mark’s Maintenence. He also worked for the Kern Valley Sun and for the local Burger King.

Mark was preceeded in death by his mother Carol Estelle Batelaan and is survived by his daughters, Julie Parks, Sarah Batelaan and Carol Conde and husband Isaiah, father Irvin Batelaan and wife Carol, brother Michael Batelaan and wife Melody, sister Sherry Batelaan, and four grandchildren, Traylee Parks, Raina Parks, Isabella Rios and Jude Conde.

Memorial services will be held Friday August 16th at 1 p.m. at Kern Christain Church, 14900 Hwy 178. in Southlake.

Walter Paul Fleming March 27, 1929 - August 5, 2013 Walter Paul Fleming went to be with the Lord, Monday, August 5, 2013 with Betty, his wife of 64 years at his side, after courageously battling Parkinson's disease for many, many years.

He was born in Los Angeles, California March 27, 1929 to Walter and Myrtle Fleming, and was raised with his two sisters, Myrtle Victorino and Leora Grace Blankenship in Van Nuys, California.

It was in his Jr. year in high school he met a cute little girl, Betty Jean Foster.

Though both were quiet and shy they soon began dating! However Paul had to be home early each evening so he could get up at 3:30 every morning to deliver the L.A. Times newspaper on a paper route he had since he was 12 years old.

Paul began attending the Van Nuys Foursquare Church with Betty shortly after they met, and were later married there in January, 1949. Since Betty was only 17, she continued attending Van Nuys High School until she graduated later that year. Paul loved to tell how he had to sign her absentee notices when she missed a class!

Shortly after they were married, Paul went to work for the U.S. Postal Service and worked as a letter carrier for the next 18 years. During that time they welcomed the birth of their three children - Lynda Jeanette, Jimmy Paul and Randal Foster Fleming.

As a family they continued to attend and serve in the Van Nuys Foursquare Church for 20 years. From there they helped build and pioneer the Granada Hills Foursquare Church, serving as janitor to council member as needed.

Six years later, with freeways being built on every side, and longing for a quieter country life they moved, with their sister and brother-in-law, Jeanette and Harry Rogers to Wofford Heights, CA in 1963. A short time later they moved Mom and Dad Foster and Mom and Pop Rogers to join their families in the adventure of their lives!

In the following years, Paul worked with Harry in developing 43 acres on Evans Road in Wofford Heights including numerous individually terraced building sites. The large "Rogers Rustic" terraced Mobile Home Park and "Countrywood Water Company" which was one of the largest privately owned water companies in California. Though the work was hard and demanding, the hours were long, and money was scarce, the families thrived on roasting hot dogs in the snow, moonlight horseback rides, early morning quail hunts and fishing in the Kern River.

Wanting to raise their children in a Foursquare Church, Betty and Jeanette contacted their former pastor, Lt Col. Chaplain A.B. Cowie, which put into motion the beginning of the Wofford Heights Foursquare Church Family Life Center. Once the contact was made, Paul and Harry were completely involved in the building process.

In 1972 Paul was hired as manager of the Kern River Valley Cemetery District and during that time he expanded the cemetery boundaries four times. In 1997 he was awarded the most prestigious award the California Association of Public Cemeteries gives: The Ruben Siemens Memorial Award! He retired in 1999 and he and Betty criss-crossed the country, from one end of our great nation to the other covering 47 states, as well as Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean, many times caravanning with their children in their RV's.

Paul was a godly man who dearly loved and cherished his family and selflessly served his community. He lived every day to the fullest and set an example of good work ethics, Christian conduct and love and compassion for all who knew him.

Paul leaves behind his wife Betty, his 3 children, Lynda Jeanette Merridith and husband Tom, Jimmy Paul Fleming and wife Marilyn and Randall Foster Fleming and wife Esther. Sister Myrtle Victorino and sister-in-law Jeanette Rogers Erickson and husband Charley.

He also leaves 17 grandchildren, Valerie, Troy, Laurie, Lacey, Melinda, Tami, John, Joe, Jesse, Candee, Randall, Destanee, Steve, Dennis, Heather, Lisa and Jennifer.

He also leaves 21 great grandchildren, Kyli, Sierra, Shayla, Noah, Saige, Ashley, Summer, Cherish, Mathew, Ivy, Allison, Luke, Jack, Jesse, Ryliegh, Peyton, Taryn, Taylor, Katie, Sierra and Ricky and many nieces and nephews.

Services will be held Friday August 16th at 1 p.m. at the Family Life Center Foursquare Church in Wofford Heights. Dinner to follow.

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Protecting Wildlife in the Sequoia Forest Denise Alonzo, USFS Courier Outdoors

No campfires in the Sequoia National Forest No campfires will be allowed anywhere on the forest. Stoves and lanterns with shut-off valves that use gas, jellied petroleum or pressurized liquid fuel will be allowed only in authorized campsites if the operator possesses a valid California Campfire Permit.

A list of these authorized locations is available online at www.fs.usda.gov/sequoia. If you spot a fire, call 911.

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Kern County Fire Stations Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville Business calls only, 760-376-2219 Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd.

Lake Isabella Business calls only, 760-379-2626 Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon Business calls only, 760-378-3055

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Kern Valley Hospital Emergency Department McCray & Laurel Mountain Mesa 760-379-2681

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Like many Americans, boat owners have to watch their budget. Boat Owners Association of The United States has nine tips on ways boaters can save this summer. What's the catch? Some require BoatUS or BoatUS Angler membership, which cost just $24 annually and includes $50 of free on the water or on the road towing, 24-hour dispatch, and access to programs and services that make the boating, sailing or fishing experience better. Unless noted, most of the discounts can be found at BoatUS.com/serviceslocator.

■ At the gas pump: BoatUS members can get up to 10 cents off per gallon of fuel at over 360 BoatUS Cooperating Marinas.

■ An overnight slip for the summer vacation: Over 600 BoatUS Cooperating Marinas offer up to a 25% discount on transient slip fees or essentially four nights for the price of three.

■ Boat repair discounts: Save a little more at 320 BoatUS Cooperating Marinas offering up to 15% off repairs.

■ Get a break on guide services or charters: Go fishing with a pro or explore new fishing grounds with the help of a local, with discounts up to 15%.

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Marine: BoatUS members get a $10 reward certificate for every $250 they spend. It's the highest reward level for any shopper.

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Members get 10% off and free shipping on orders over $75 at www.boatus.com/boatgraphics.

■ Borrow a kid's life jacket for the weekend: Borrow the right-sized kids life jacket at over 500 locations through the BoatUS Foundation Kids' Life Jacket Loaner Program.

Find a site near you at www.BoatUS.com/foundation/ljlp.

■ For the First Mate: The US Power Squadrons have knocked $30 off the price of their "Partner in Command" online seminar - now just $40 - which aims to acquaint the First Mate with basic skills he or she may need to fill in for the captain when needed.

Through a partnership with the BoatUS Foundation, the interactive seminar is available online at www.usps.org/edonline.

■ Sailing on a Tall Ship: Set sail on three of the largest fully-rigged sailing vessels in the world and enjoy up to 65% off with Star Clippers at www.BoatUS.com/StarClippers.

For membership information, go to BoatUS.com/membership or call 1800-395-2628.

Recreation information U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive.

760-379-5646 Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.

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

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

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In 2010, an outhouse pumping service found a small owl trapped in a toilet vault near the Buck Rock Fire Lookout located on the Hume Lake Ranger District in Giant Sequoia National Monument, Sequoia National Forest. The owl was taken to a wildlife rehabilitation facility, but eventually died of a bacterial infection.

Lookout volunteer, Allen Love, researched ways to prevent animal entrapment in pipes, and encouraged the Forest Service to take action. This summer, District employees installed caps on nine vent pipes of vault toilets in Tulare County to protect wildlife. Title II funds from the Tulare and Kern Counties Resource Advisory Committee were used to purchase the caps.

This kind of entrapment occurs regularly, but usually goes unnoticed. At least forty-five species of birds, and several species of lizards and small mammals, including species of conservation concern, have been documented being trapped and dying in pipes. The problem has been documented in many types of open pipes, including outhouse vents. Reports suggest that PVC is problematic because it is smooth and animals can't climb out.

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Continued from page 2 at the cost of adult $10 or $12 at the door; child 12 and under $6 or $8 at the door. The dinner is from 4 to 7 p.m. Please buy your tickets today to help local Kern Valley FFA students attend the FFA National Convention in Kentucky. Call 760-378-2869.

First day of school August 19 Back to school for the Kernville Union School District.

Fish and Game Habitat Club August 21 The Fish and Game Habitat Club meets the third Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior Center, Room 2, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. For questions, call 760-376-3178.

KRV Collaborative August 22 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760379-2556 for more information.

Commodities distribution August 27 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Tuesday Aug 27 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella.

Wilderness rescue August 28 Kern Valley Search and Rescue Wilderness Rescue division is starting recruitment for volunteer positions for the upcoming fall and winter seasons. Our next meeting is Aug. 28 at 7 p.m. at our headquarters located in Lake Isabella. Anyone interested in being part of an outdoor rescue team that utilizes tracking, hiking, ATV, motorcycles, UTVs, 4x4 vehicles to make rescues is invited to attend. All training is provided. The process to join starts with your first meeting.

Please contact us at kvsar.com.

Yard sale and Indian tacos August 30, 31 and September 1 On Aug. 30, 31 and Sept. 1st the Tubatulabal office will be having a yard sale and Indian taco sale, the Tubatulabals of the Kern River Valley is a non-profit organization trying to raise funds for operational costs. The organization helps the Native American community. The office is at French Gulch campground.

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By Sam Struckhoff PICKS OF THE WEEK “The Great Gatsby” (PG-13) — F. Scott Fitzgerald's literary classic is brought to the big screen once again. This time, the look and feel of story has been adjusted -- rather than a literary adaptation, the film has been deliberately made to resemble a music video. Leonardo DiCaprio stars as Gatsby, the mysterious party-host extraordinaire who keeps lovingly gazing into the camera lens.

There isn't an ounce of subtlety left in the story after director Baz Luhrmann is done with it. In this version, every nuance and every bit of symbolism is pulled out to the front and shown in vivid, hyper-colorful light. The visuals are so drippy and fastpaced, you're more likely to wind up with a headache than a cathartic experience.

“Pain & Gain” (R) — Michael Bay (director of "Transformers" and "Pearl Harbor") gives audiences a new chance to be disappointed and disgusted with the high-budget filmmaker with this based-on-a-true story effort. In the mid-1990s, Danny Lugo (Mark Wahlberg) had a (sort of) plan to achieve the American Dream: get some buddies (Anthony Mackie and Dwayne Johnson) to help him kidnap a wealthy client, then take the vic-

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This movie makes you feel gross -- like spending too much time in conversation with the sleaziest guy in town. The film is meant to be a dark comedy: really bad things happen in such a way that you're supposed to laugh.

This is a good format when done right, but Michael Bay just isn't the guy for the job.

“The Reluctant Fundamentalist” (R) — In 2001, Changez (Riz Ahmed) had a good job on Wall Street, an artsy wife (Kate Hudson) and a nice apartment. Born in Pakistan and educated in the U.S., Changez had a bright future ahead of him until the fall of the World Trade Center.

After the attack, cracks started to form in his life. This film jumps back and forth in time to show the road from Changez's old life to his new identity as a fundamentalist. Directed by Mira Nair, the film tries to take a balanced approach, but the conclusions of the story are fuzzy. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob pepper. Mix well. Break the crabmeat into small flakes and add. Heap the egg whites with the mixture and garnish with paprika.

Bodfish Bob’s Cilantro Radish Relish Recipe 1 bn fresh cilantro 1 bn radishes 1 x large peeled white onion 2 Tbsp. white cider vinegar 2 Tbsp. honey Bodfish Bob’s Eggs in a Nest 1 egg 1 slice of bread 2 tbsp. butter or margarine Salt and pepper Cut a 2 inch round hole in a slice of bread with cookie cutter. Put butter in frying pan on medium heat.

Fry bread slice on 1 side. Turn bread over and add more butter if needed.

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Bodfish Bob’s Crab Filled Deviled Eggs 12 hard boiled eggs 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons prepared mustard 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 8 ounce fresh cooked crab meat Paprika Cut each egg in half (lengthwise).

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Rinse cilantro under cool running water, bolt dry with paper towels and pluck the leaves from the stem.

Rinse and trim radishes from stem and cut them into 1/4 inch dice. Cut onion into 1/4 inch dice.

Combine the cilantro, radishes, onion, honey and vinegar in a serving bowl toss to mix. Relish is best served within 2 hrs of preparing.

Bodfish Bob’s How to Poach an Egg Pour water into a large skillet to a depth of about 2 inches. Bring to a boil. Break an egg into a cup. Carefully slide the egg from the cup into the boiling water. Add as many as 6 eggs to the water. Immediately reduce the heat so the water barely moves. Cook for about 4 minutes, or until the yolks are still runny but the whites are firm.

To test, lift an egg out of the water with a slotted spoon and gently press the thickest part of the white with a finger. If it feels firm to the touch, it's done. Drain lightly, season and serve.

Tip: For perfectly round eggs, trim with scissors.

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"Exchange" becomes the "Marketplace"

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of mind when your purchase is made out of necessity and not out of a desire to turn your property into a cash cow. You Thinking of get the greatest value out of buying a home, your home by simply living but feel bewilwith it, and as long as you can dered by the continue to make mortgage conflicting payments, you run little risk of reports about losing on your investment long the state of real Freeman term. estate? Well, Speaking with a local real you're certainly not alone, estate agent is a great place to but in a word, relax! get the ball rolling, so that you Whether or not real estate is can learn about local market up, down or conditions sideways, and prices.

You can have greater most people Armed with peace of mind when your pur- knowledge, don't make their purchase chase is made out of necessity you can move and not out of a desire to turn forward and decisions based on mar- your property into a cash cow. move in! ket conditions.

Especially - Freeman since here in Rather, it has more to do the Kern with lifestyle.

River Valley For most folks, a home is prices are so good, some of very much like a "durable the best in the state. good" similar to a washing This really is a great time to machine. Sounds silly, but buy right now; rates recently think of it this way: When you hit all time lows. Imagine getneed a new washer, your ting a 30 year mortgage for decision is based upon that 4.5%, you can, right now! requirement, and you search for a machine that offers good Matt Freeman is a Realtor with value and service. You don't Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760think about whether the price 379-5915 or 760-223-0880. His colof washers will be going up or umn is not intended to replace legal advice. down in the coming months or years.

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Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist One of the purposes of "ObamaCare"; the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was to provide a place for the public; individuals, families Thal and small business (with under 50 employees) to have access to affordable health insurance.

The intent is/was to foster competition, and therefore drive costs down.

Furthermore, the law requires most Americans to have health insurance

by January 2014.

Throughout the nation, the term "Exchange" was misunderstood, and now the programs are officially being called "Marketplace" as some feel this is a better term for selling insurance through the newly created government entities.

States had an option of creating their own marketplace, and if they didn't, the law provides the Federal government to run it. In California, our state opted to do their own, and they have done a very good job so far in getting the infrastructure in place to handle the millions of Californians who will be lining up to purchase health insurance come October 1, the opening bell for enrollment.

One issue is that few insurance companies have come to the table. On the small group side, we had Health Net, Blue Cross, Blue Shield and Kaiser as well as several regional HMO plans typi-

Announcements, Continued from page 3 (Annual, Senior, Access, Volunteer, and Military) will continue to be accepted at these sites.

For more information about this fee proposal, please contact Mary Cole at 559784-1500 x 1133. Comments may be submitted to: Sequoia National Forest, 1839 S. Newcomb, Porterville, CA 93257 Attn: Mary Cole or by email at marycole@fs.fed.us. Please submit comments by August 23, 2013 so comments can be compiled, analyzed, and shared with the R-RAC at this meeting.

During the public meeting, this proposal will be presented to the R-RAC. Committee members represent a broad array of recreation interest groups. The public is welcome to attend and comment at all R-RAC meetings. Individuals wishing to make oral statements should request in writing by August 23, 2013 to be scheduled on the agenda. Written comments and requests for time for oral comments must be sent to Ramiro Villalvazo, 1323 Club Drive, Vallejo, CA 94592, or by email to rvillalvazo@fs.fed.us, or via facsimile to 707-562-9047.

Elks Summer BBQ ended The Saturday Elks BBQ's in the Elks Park in Wofford Heights has ended and they held their last summer BBQ on August 10. The Elks thank those who came out to support the Elks Youth Activities Summer BBQ s, and especially the volunteers who gave up most of their Saturdays to make it happen. Another Elks BBQ is planned for September 14 when the Ladies of the Elks hold their end of summer rummage sale. Details will be coming out in early September.

River Rhythms 2013 free concert series The KRV Education and Cultural Foundation is proud to announce the line-up for the 2013 River Rhythms free concert series at Kernville's Riverside Park. All shows will take place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. each Friday in August. All shows are free of charge and will feature local and regional artists. There will also be light food and beverage products available for purchase. For sponsorships, donations and information, contact River Rhythms Chairperson Charlie Busch at Kern River Radio, 760-376-4500 or KRVECF President Chuck White at 760-379-0764.

Local government representatives available Effective August 1st, a representative from the following offices will be at the Kern County Administration building, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella on the following days and times: Congressman Kevin McCarthy's representative - Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., conference room Calif. Senator Jean Fuller's representative - Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., conference room 1st District Supervisor Mick Gleason's representative - Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Supervisor Gleason's office.

cally in the areas around major cities.

Of the three above, Blue Cross decided to withdraw from the group marketplace, but will remain an active player in the individual marketplace.

Fortune 500 company, Aetna has withdrawn from participation in the California Marketplace, called "Covered California" and is sending out letters to their 50,000 individual California health clients that they will no longer be selling in California effective January 1, and advise their clients seek health insurance elsewhere.

Even the plans that have elected to participate in the Covered California may not be the same as their clients have grown accustom to. The plans are contracting with physicians and other providers forming new networks. Participants MUST use these networks to get insurance benefits.

This will control costs, as the doctors will be agreeing on lower fee schedules.

On the positive side, there will be plans sold both inside Covered California as well as company direct and licensed and Covered California Certified agents will be able to assist the public from all marketplaces.

Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106) He is a member of the Society of Certified Senior Advisors and Past-President of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters. Harry is on the National Assoc. of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, harrythal@aol.com or www.harrythal.com.

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That's why you have insurance David Ramsey Courier Columnist Dear Dave, Do you think having cancer insurance is a good idea?

Brittany Dear Brittany, Ramsey No, I don't believe buying cancer insurance is a good idea. However, I do believe everyone needs health insurance. If you have a good health policy in place, it's going to cover you in the event you're diagnosed with cancer.

Lots of insurance companies offer these policies because cancer is such a scary thing. It's a hot-button topic, and many people have lost friends and relatives to cancer.

I don't believe in cancer policies though. You need a good emergency fund of three to six months of expenses, long-term disability coverage and a solid health insurance plan.

My favorite health plan, and what I use personally, is the Health Savings Account (HSA). With an HSA you have money sitting there to cover some of the ancillary things. Most cancer policies won't cover alternative treatments and things like that, and lots of them are income policies, meaning they replace a portion of your income, but that's what disability insurance is for.

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Dear Dave, I have $2,400 in transmission repair work that needs to be made on my old truck, and I don't have the money to pay for it. I tried to get a loan, but was turned down. I'm single and make $26,000 a year. Do you have any ideas?

Eric Dear Eric, As you probably know, I teach people not to borrow money. So, I'm glad you were turned down for the loan. That's the last thing you need in your life right now, plus the terms of the loan would've been a rip-off.

My advice is to sell the truck as-is.

You probably could still get between $500 and $1,000 for it.

Combine that with as much money as you can save in the meantime.

This could put you in a little beater that would last a while, then save up some more and get a nicer beater a few months down the road.

Sell the truck, save money and work your way up through some better vehicles. That's what I had to do years ago in a very similar situation!

-Dave Dave Ramsey is a personal money management expert, national radio personality and the author of three New York Times bestsellers. He offers financial advice as host of a nationally syndicated radio program, “The Dave Ramsey Show.” For more financial help visit daveramsey.com.

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1. Who was the last player before Texas' Adrian Beltre in 2012 to hit three home runs in a game and also hit for the cycle in the same week?

2. Who was the last pitcher to surrender at least 200 walks in a season?

3. In 2012, Marqise Lee of Southern Cal set a school record for receiving yards in a game, with 345. Who had held the mark?

4. Who is the only NBA player in history to have at least 25,000 points, 7,000 rebounds and 7,000 assists?

5. When was the last time before 2013 that the Swiss won a medal at hockey's World Championships?

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: SON-RISE ESPRESSO (2013 - B1090) Street address of business: 36 Hwy 155, Lake Isabella, CA 93240.

Mailing address of Business: 9015 Apache Drive, Weldon, CA 93283. REGISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Scott Siddle, 9015 Apache Drive, Weldon, CA 93283 and Deena Siddle, 8015 Apache Drive, Weldon, CA 93283. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 02/20/2013.

This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 07/15/2013. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by A. Guerrero, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: July 26, August 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: MCDONALD'S WOOLOMES AVE, (2013 - B4080) Street address of principal place of business: 610 Wollomes Avenue, Delano, CA 93215.

Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 11478, Bakersfield, CA 93389.

REGISTRANT: Cinco Manos Inc., 2310 F Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301 . Business is being conducted as a California Corporation. 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: Joey Cinquemani, President. This statement filed on 07/10/2013. Expires 07/10/2018.

Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: A. Guerrero. Published by the Kern River Courier July 26, August 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: KERNVILLE AUTOMOTIVE, (2013 - B4330) Street address of principal place of business: 40 Tobias Street, Kernville, CA 93238.

Mailing address of business: 40 Tobias Street, P.O. Box 1632, Kernville, CA. 93238.

REGISTRANT: Mary Ward, 2800 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 .

Business is being conducted as an Individual.

Date the business commenced: 07/22/2013. 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: Mary Ward. This statement filed on 07/22/2013. Expires 07/22/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk.

By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier July 26, August 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: RJN'S SON RISE ESPRESSO, (2013 - B4170) Street address of principal place of business: 36 Highway 155, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 535, Bodfish, CA 93205. REGISTRANTS: Jennifer Haratani, 53016 Climber Court, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532 and Kirk Haratani, 53016 Climber Court, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532 .

Business is being conducted as a Married Couple. 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: Jennifer Haratani. This statement filed on 07/15/2013.

Expires 07/15/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk.

By: A. Guerrero. Published by the Kern River Courier July 26, August 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: ANIMAL HOUSE CA, (2013 B3927) Street address of principal place of business: 6511 Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1621, Kernville, CA 93238.

REGISTRANT: Joshua Colt Johnston, 6511 Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285 . Business is being conducted as an Individual. Date the business commenced: 06/26/2008.

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: Joshua Colt Johnston. This statement filed on 07/01/2013. Expires 07/01/2018.

Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: A. Guerrero. Published by the Kern River Courier July 26, August 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: DEEKAY IMAGES, (2013 B4305), DBA #2: TERENCE S PHOTOGRAPHY, (2013 - B4306).

Street address of principal place of business: 1802 Briercliff Court, Bakersfield, CA 93311-8504.

Mailing address of business: 1802 Briercliff Court, Bakersfield, CA 93311-8504.

REGISTRANT: Terence Stevens, 1802 Briercliff Court, Bakersfield, CA 93311-8504.

Business is being conducted as an Individual.

Date the business commenced: 01/01/2012. 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: Terence Stevens. This statement filed on 07/19/2013.

Expires 07/19/2018.

Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: A. Guerrero.

Published by the Kern River Courier July 26, August 2, 9, and 16, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: DREAM ASSETS, (2013 B4345), DBA #2: DREAM ASSETS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, (2013 - B4346).

Street address of principal place of business: 4515 Anne Marie Street, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Mailing address of business: 4515 Anne Marie Street, Bakersfield, CA 93313.

REGISTRANT: Jose Navarro, 4515 Anne Marie Street, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Business is being conducted as an 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: Jose Navarro. This statement filed on 07/23/2013. Expires 07/23/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk.

By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier August 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: SHOTGUNS GRILL (2013 B4508) Street address of principal place of business: 13525 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238.

Mailing address of business: 319 Panorama Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285.

REGISTRANT: Amber Browne, 319 Panorama Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Business is being conducted as an 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: Amber Browne. This statement filed on 07/30/2013.

Expires 07/30/2018.

Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: E. Del Villar.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: KT'S CREATIVE CONCEPTS (2013 - B4591) Street address of principal place of business: 9806 Mona Lisa Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of business: 9806 Mona Lisa Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Wilknica La Verne Jefferson, 9806 Mona Lisa Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Business is being conducted as an 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: Wilknica Jefferson. This statement filed on 08/05/2013.

Expires 08/05/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: E. Del Villar. Published by the Kern River Courier August 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Friends Of The Valley Thrift & Gift (2013 - B4793) Street address of principal place of business: 7014 Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285.

Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 565, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANTS: Randy Kyt, 208 Tillie Creek Lane, Wofford Heights, CA 93285 and Laura Kyt, 208 Tillie Creek Lane, Wofford Heights, CA 93285.

Business is being conducted as a Married Couple. 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: Randy Kyt. This statement filed on 08/13/2013. Expires 08/13/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk.

By: A. Guerrero.

Published by the Kern River Courier August 16, 23, 30 and September 6, 2013.

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Driving,

Continued from page 1 gas to restart a vehicle than to let it idle.

6. Park in the shade or a garage The sun zaps fuel from your gas tank. Parking in the shade or garage will lessen the amount of evaporative emissions.

■ Check your cooling system (radiator) It protects your engine from overheating in hot summer conditions.

Follow your owner's manual for regular maintenance.

■ Check your serpentine belt Replacing the serpentine belt when needed helps prevent breakdowns. It keeps your vehicle's power steering, alternator, water pump and AC running.

■ Check your air conditioning system Nothing makes the summer heat more unbearable than traveling with an air conditioning system that will not cool properly.

■ Check your windshield wipers and wiper fluid The combination of bad wipers and a summer downpour can leave you with no view of the road. Be sure you have plenty of wiper fluid to help keep your windshield clear of dirt and debris.

Also, remember to follow the vehicle maintenance procedures outlined in your owner's manual. These can help improve your fuel economy and prolong the life of your vehicle.

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Alert,

Continued from page 1 solicited to an out of town clinic, or convinced to agree to unnecessary procedures. Also, to be solicited to purchase a Medicare discount card is a scam if you didn't request information.

Glover warned the audience not to fall for a sense of urgency and don't be shy about hanging up on someone that you don't think is legitimate. Remember, they called you. She said never give bank or social security number information over the phone.

There are also lots of internet and "phishing" scams. The best advice is not to open an email that you are not expecting. And remember, no one wants to give you millions of dollars.

Unfortunately, the number one way to be scammed is by a relative, especially, drug users. If you have a relative you are wary of, do not invite them into your home. To report crime to the Sheriff's office, call 760-549-2100.

Edison,

Continued from page 1 through a prepaid cash card. Other forms of fraud involve customers being asked to purchase prepaid debit cards. Scammers ask for the debit card number and collect the value deposited on the card.

SCE customers have reported about 800 instances of phone scams this year. About 150 residential and commercial customers have been victimized by some form of bill scam with the incidents costing them an average of $800 to $1,000.

"We ask our customers to be alert to these calls that demand immediate payment and threaten service disconnection," said Marlyn Denter, SCE manager of consumer affairs.

Valerie Minoux/Kern River Courier Crafty ladies - Craft day at the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center is Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Cultural Center is located at the French Gulch Recreation area.

Craft materials start at $5. Bring something for the pot-luck lunch.

"Customers suspecting a fraudulent call should ask for the caller's name, department and business phone number. If the caller refuses to provide this information, customers should terminate the call and report the incident immediately to local police or SCE at 800-655-4555."

SCE also reminds customers to ask for identification when a stranger comes to the door or calls claiming to be a utility worker. SCE utility workers will provide verification, including their department and phone number, when asked.

In most cases, home visits by SCE are scheduled by the customer and SCE will confirm the appointment in writing. If there are any concerns, SCE and law enforcement officials suggest having the utility worker wait outside until their identity can be verified.

SCE customers should also note that: An SCE employee will never ask for money in person.

Never reveal your credit card, ATM or calling card numbers (or PIN numbers) to anyone.

If someone calls and requests you leave your residence at a specific time for a utility-related cause, call the police. This could be a burglary attempt set up by the caller.

Be suspicious of anyone who arrives at your house without an appointment asking to check an appliance, wiring or suggesting that there may be some other electrical problem inside or outside your residence.

For more ways customers can stay safe, please see sce.com/safety and read the safety tips section.