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With the start of school next week, it is a good time to consider the hazards that children face on their way to and from school. According to the Automobile Club of Southern California, incidents with cars are still a leading cause of death and serious injury for schoolage children, whether they are walking, riding bikes, being driven, or driving themselves to school.

There are a number of simple things we can do to make things safer. The most important is to slow down and pay attention when driving near schools. Recent studies indicate that as many as two-thirds of drivers speed in school zones.

Also, follow basic safety rules, such as be sure everyone in the car has on their seat belt, or are in a car seat or booster seat as appropriate. Remember to yield to pedestrians when entering a school driveway, and don't jaywalk across a busy street with your children in tow.

It is important to talk with school-age children about traffic safety. Teach them to cross the street at corners and in crosswalks, so drivers can see them more easily. Tell them to be sure to stop their bikes at street corners and stop signs. Walk with young children to school for the first few days to familiarize them with the route and to point out potential traffic hazards.

Teen drivers need parents to take an active role in helping them learn to drive responsibly and to coach them on the school-zone safety basics. Teens need parents to be good role models, since teens tend to model their parents' driving habits.

Please do your part to ensure our children's safety on their way to and from school. Nothing is more important.

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One thousand miles or more a day. That’s what local motorcycle endurance rider Wendy Crockett will once again ride, competing in the Motorcycle Endurance Riders Association 10 'n 10 Challenge.

In this competition, riders are given a list of bonus destinations all across North America, including National Parks. Each has a different point value. Riders then plot their own course, within their riding ability, to capture the most points possible. To even be considered a finisher in the challenge, each contestant must ride 8,000 miles during the 10-day event. The top rid-

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FREE weekend weather Friday high 100° Sl. chance T-storms Friday low 73° Sl. chance T-storms Saturday high 98° Sl. chance T-storms Saturday low 70° Sl. chance T-storms Sunday high 98° Sl. chance T-storms Sunday low 71° Sl. chance T-storms National Weather Service

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Wendy Crocket and the YamahaFJR motorcycle that she plans to ride in the 10 ‘n 10 Challenge cross country edurance event.

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Jawbone Fire

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On Friday August 10 at approximately 1:25 p.m., the Kern County Fire Department received reports of numerous fires that were started due to a fast movin weahter cell that produced lightning strikes in the areas of Lake Isabella and Jawbone Canyon.

The two fires that make up the Jawbone Complex are located 20 miles North of Mojave near the Sierra Crest and about 10 miles West of Highway 14. Fire burned in the Jawbone Recreation Area, approximately ten miles west of the Jawbone Visitor Center. By Wednesday, the current acreage was 12,191 with 45% containment. Resources included hand crews, 62 engines, three helicopters, three air tankers, 19 dozers, and ten water tenders. The total personnel assigned to the fire were 1,105. Containment is estimated to be on Saturday, August 18 at approximately 12 a.m.

Southern California Interagency Incident Command Team #2, John Truett Incident Commander, assumed command of the Jawbone Complex at 6 a.m.

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number of isolated cabins and properties that were potentially in the path of the fire. An additional concern was a wind energy farm. There was confirmed loss to three windmills. Nighttime temperatures on the fire line never dropped below 80 degrees.

Temperatures over 95 degrees and humidity levels of 25% made fire conditions and behavior very intense at times. The Jawbone Complex will continue to put up large columns of smoke into the air especially in the afternoon hours as things heat up.

Residents who live downwind from the fire may see ash falling.

The fire is now burning into an area with no recorded fire history and the brush and trees are very receptive to the introduction of fire. There was a soft closure of Jawbone Canyon Road, which is the access point to the Jawbone Recreational area, that continued for a few days. The Pacific Crest Trail has been closed from Hwy 58 north to the Sequoia National Forest boundary. Significant resource requests remain outstanding as statewide demand remains high due to several new fires across the state.

section of Big Springs Rd. and Dove Ct. in the US Forest Service land.

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Bodfish Bob is roping for recipes.

Mike Mencarini talks up the docks on Isabella Lake.

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The kern river water data: acorns are falling

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With the start of school and the acorns already falling, just what makes acorns fall off oak trees early?

It can be the result of too little rain, especially if the trees are also losing their leaves early, as well. The trees do this as a way to ensure the tree gets all of the available water, helping to preserve the tree.

Some also say it's a sign of an early fall.

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Storage, Isabella Reservoir 105,645 acre-feet Reservoir peak 220,365 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet

Upper Kern Kern Inflow at Kernville 280 cfs (5-hr avg.)

Lower Kern Outflow 554 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 476 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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River Rhythms, free concert series August 17 Performing August 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Riverside Park, Kernville, will be White Lightning with Bootleg Brass. This gathering of local musicians will rock you, tug at your country roots, bring out your inner funk and generally entertain you. White

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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 #2, Lake Isabella. 760-4172272.

■ 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, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., 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, Senior Center, Sierra Vista Restaurant, 16575 Hwy 178, 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., Kernville 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.

■ 5 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Centennial Group, 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.

■ 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. welcom. 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

Mondays

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

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

■ 2 - 3 p.m., Hospice Grief Support Group, 6040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010.

■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760379-7312.

■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, 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.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 760-379-3394.

■ 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.

■ 7 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.

Tuesdays

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

■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 9:30 - 11a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-3792556.

■ 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 ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-376-4249.

■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District.

Lightning is accompanied by the Bootleg Brass, a small horn section led by a big man with a big sound. Donations will be accepted to benefit the Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation -- a local, non-profit organization that provides assistance to the academic and cultural efforts of those living in the Kern River

Public invited. 760-376-2189.

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella (760) 760-379-1830.

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

■ 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.

■ 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. 760-376-4249.

■ 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. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Room, Lake Isabella. 760-3795086.

■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. ■ 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.

Thursdays

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

■ 8:30 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.

■ 9:30 a.m. (2nd Thu.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Rm. 1, Lake Isabella.

■ 9:30 - 11 a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Elementary School, room 4 760-379-2556.

■ 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.

■ 4:30 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republicans of Kern Valley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella.

760-376-1462.

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

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

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

■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome.

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

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

Bingo Guide

■ Friday, noon, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa ■ 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 sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information, or meeting times have changed.

Valley. For information, contact Charlie Busch at 760-376-4500.

Nuui Cunni Farmers Market August 18 The Kern River Paiute Council is hosting the Nuui Cunni Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18 for fruit and produce needs. WIC now accepted. Local honey, fresh eggs, healing native plant salves and teas, plus locally grown produce is available. The market is located at 2600 Highway 155 between Lake Isabella and Wofford Heights at the French Gulch Forest Service Recreation Area. For more information, contact the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center 760-549-0800.

Lakeshore Farmers Market August 18 Hosted by the Kern Valley Growers Association, this Market features locallygrown certified fruit, produce, eggs and honey, along with certified organic produce from various organizations and shade grown, organic coffee, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18. The market is at the Lakeshore Lodge, 7466 Wofford Blvd. in Wofford Heights. EBT/SNAP/CalFresh cards are accepted. For information call David Dills 760-812-7833.

Lake Isabella bass tournament August 18 Fish a full circuit of American Bass Team Tournaments to qualify to compete in the 2012 American Bass North Team Classic or any American Bass Team Classic. This is the No. 1 team tournament circuit in the western United States. Each event features great cash paybacks. Call Lissa Robinson at 760-379-7419 for more information and entry fees.

Fairview Helispot star party August 18 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club is holding a star party at sunset on Saturday, Aug. 18, at approximately 7:39 p.m. at the Fairview Helispot, 12 miles north of Kernville (look for the orange cones about one mile south of McNally’s). For more information, contact Rich Burdge at 760376-1291 (days) or 760-376-6290 (evenings, weekends) or email him at richburdge@aol.com. It is best to call to check if haze, smoke or cloud cover might prevent this event from happening.

Lantern Light tour and ghost hunt August 18 On Saturday, Aug. 18, a Lantern Light Night Tour and Ghost Hunt will be held at Kern County landmark Silver City Ghost Town in Bodfish. The tour will be guided by curator/director J. Paul Corlew. This will be both a lantern history tour and interactive ghost hunt with advice, tips and demonstrations. Attendees who have always wanted to be part of a ghost hunt are welcome to bring cameras and their own ghost hunting gear and join in or they can just observe and enjoy the presentation. Tickets are available for credit card purchase via email or telephone. They will also be on sale at 8:15 p.m. the night of the event (cash only) at the gate and the tour will be from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. The cost is $12 per person (all ages). For additional information, contact Corlew at 760-3795146. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Veterans of Foreign Wars breakfast August 19 Have breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 19 at the Kern River Valley VFW Post 7665 Hall, 2811 Nugget Ave. (behind McDonald’s) in Lake Isabella. The third Sunday of every month features crepes. For information call 760-379-3877.

Supervisor’s rep holding office hours August 21 Lori Acton, field representative for First District Supervisor Jon McQuiston, will hold office hours Tuesday, Aug. 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is available to meet with walk-in constituents. For more information, call 760-549-2068.

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Dam question of the week: At the request of our readers, the Kern River Courier is publishing responses to the most frequently asked questions of the Corps of Engineers regarding the Isabella Dam safety Modification Study.

For additional information see: www.spk.usace.army.mil/missions/civilworks/isabelladam.aspx

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How will recreation be impacted?

Evaluation of all environmental impacts, including recreation, is part of the public involvement process. We encourage the users of the lake to contribute to the conversation on the proposals in the draft EIS. Specific impacts, and proposed solutions, will be captured in the final EIS this fall.

Recreation impacts will depend on the plan that is selected. We are working with the Forest Service and the Kern River Valley communities to explore ways we can minimize impacts; for example, by following the typical lake drawdown season whenever possible, by scheduling construction in the winter rather than the peak of the recreation season, and by posting information for visitors on closures. Because of the construction and staging areas, some camping areas and boat ramps near the dam would be affected, but the lake will still be open for recreation.

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Fire tax/fee not legal I contacted the Howard Jarvis Prop. 13 office, HJTA at 213-384-9656 to find out if the State Legislature and Cal Fire followed the Rule of Prop. 13. They told me that they did not. This tax/fee is not legal! HJTA is prepared to, and intends to, sue when the tax payers are billed for this new tax/fee. Call the number above for more complete details and please print your findings for the readers.

Thank you, Tom Parkin Squirrel Valley

Defensible space does work To all the people out there who just don’t get it: Defensible space IS what saved Hayward’s Outback in the Vally View community. We want to thank all 1,600 people assigned to the fire. We were told that all the clearing and trimming up that we did on our property is what gave the fire fighters a defensible space to protect it. Firefighters train hard and make countless preparations to be ready for a wildfire and residents need to do the same. Fire is, and always has been, a natural part of the beautiful area in which we have chosen to live. Wildfires fueled by a build-up of dry vegetation and driven by hot, dry winds, are extremely dangerous and almost impossible to control. It is not a question of if, but when, the next wildfire will occur. With advance planning and preparation, you can dramatically increase your safety and the survivability of your property. Thank you to every single person who worked on the Piute Complex Fire. You are our heroes!

Hayward and Chris Photo submitted Mendenhall Hayward’s Outback The Piute Complex/Clear Fire burned all the way up to Hayward’s Valley View cleared defensible space, where it was stopped.

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A checkered past Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

quite dry (cheap Standard Brands paint), we decided to show our two friends our handiwork. So we headIt was a relaxing ed off to Pasadena from L.A. to meet time for me just them. after high school On the way, we were stopped at a graduation, before signal when someone tapped on the I made any major passenger side window. It was a decisions regardstranger that wanted to take our ing my future. “cab” to Glendale. We laughingly Summer arrived explained that our cab was “off duty.” and three friends The guy said he would give us 10 and I were lazing bucks to get him to Glendale. Back in the days away. We Middleworth 1951, $10 was a lot of money. So we had no wheels, so looked at each other and said “It’s a one weekend we deal!” He got in and off we went. decided to pool our money and buy a The trip was uneventful. We got 1937 four-door Plymouth in poor our money, the guy got his ride and shape. But it was cheap and a perfect we had a great story to tell our two fixer-upper. We friends, which, we never got hoped, would softaround to fixing We never got around to fixing en the blow when up the fixerthey saw our up the fixer-upper... upper but we Middleworth checkered paint did decide to job. paint it to cover Surprisingly, all the rust. our friends loved the paint effect and Good decision. But we couldn’t it was our colorful transportation for agree on the color. I wanted Robin’s several weeks. I did, however, get a Egg Blue and the others had differticket for driving too slow in Beverly ent ideas. Finally, we flipped a coin Hills while looking for movie stars. and my best friend Rich, and I, got to I joined the Navy two weeks later choose the color. and as far as I know the unpaid ticket That weekend we brush-painted still rests in the Beverly Hills Police the car blue. But Rich still wanted dead case file. And in some junkyard yellow and he had as much right to rests a brush-painted checkered car his color choice as I did mine. So he that looks like a cab. But it isn’t. painted the car with yellow stripes, which gave us a blue and yellow Wofford Heights resident Rod checkerboard finish. Now it looked Middleworth, a retired security manlike one of the checkered cabs that ager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor plied the streets of Los Angeles. for the local AARP Driver Safety Even though the paint wasn’t Program.

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Sunday August 26 11am to 4pm 6488 Fay Ranch Road Weldon Across from South Fork School

Everyone’s Welcome Tickets $10 each For more information & tickets call Andrea Babb 760-379-1927 or 7860-223-1739 We are having a Car Show across the street at the school

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Search and Rescue Unit needs help The all-volunteer non-profit Kern Valley Search and Rescue will be having a fundraiser dinner at El Rio Mexican and American Food in Kernville on Riverside Drive. El Rio will be donating a portion of the proceeds from dinners sold on Sept 7. They are open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Members of Kern Valley Search and Rescue will be on hand to answer questions, take donations and sign up anyone who wants to join. KVSAR shirts, including the return of the “Support Search and Rescue. Get Lost!” shirts will be available for purchase. Please remember the unit survives on donations alone and does not receive a budget from the Sheriff’s Office so the public’s support is greatly appreciated.

Optimal Hospice holiday volunteer orientation Volunteers are the heart of Optimal Hospice’s team. They offer several pportunities through their volunteer program: everything from offering companionship, to karaoke singing for facility families, to sewing special gifts for the patients. If you have a caring heart and a little time to donate, there is a place for you in the program. Call 661-716-4000 or email rfrankhouser@optimalcares.com to reserve your seat for the upcoming orientation on Wednesday, Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to noon at1675 Chester Ave., Suite 401, in Bakersfield.

Salvation Army Stuff a Truck, Food Drive With the cost of food on the increase, the drought causing shortages and incomes not keeping up with cost, The Salvation Army is planning this Christmas to provide 100 needy families in our community with enough food to feed a family of four for one week. The week between Christmas and New Year’s Day is when there is a need. Families right here in our Valley need help.

Starting September and every month through New Year’s Day, you can help. The goal is to stuff a truck with food every second Saturday, beginning Sept. 8.

The “Stuff a Truck” truck will start in Weldon near James Sierra Gateway Market. Look for the “Stuff a Truck” banner. The truck will be there from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. to collect food donations. The truck will then relocate to Lake Isabella and be at the Dam Korner from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. It will then move on to Kernville and be there from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Bring non-perishable foods (in boxes or sacks) to any one of the locations during the appointed time.

Cash donations may be mailed to The Salvation Army, P.O. Box 2786, Lake Isabella, Ca 93240.

The Salvation Army is a 501C3 organization and all donations are Tax Deductable. There are many At Isabella Lake families on the list already. You can also assist by providing names, addresses and telephone numbers 12090 Highway 178 Mountain Mesa, CA 93240 of any families you know to be in Loc: 760-379-8250 Bus: 800-929-8250 need for consideration. To volunreservations@lakeview-motel.com teer, call 760-379-4600.

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By Sam Struckhoff MOVIES OF THE WEEK “The Lucky One” (PG-13) — This one fits squarely in the “Another Nicholas Sparks Adaptation” category. Zac Efron’s character was a Marine in Iraq who became fixated on a found-photo of some woman, and believes it kept him alive. He seeks out the girl from the photo when he returns to the states, and finds Beth (Taylor Schilling), a single mother who runs a dog kennel.

When he finds her, instead of professing his love (or whatever), he accepts a job helping out around the place.

Other Sparks books have been handled better, but this is no “The Notebook.” Efron and Schilling have no discernible chemistry. If you want to hear the sappiest dialog ever uttered with sunbeams and tree boughs framing every shot, you could do better with the Hallmark Channel.

“Think Like a Man” (PG-13) — It may be somewhat standard romantic-comedy fare, but it’s non-toxic and kinda sweet. Drawing from Steve Harvey’s book “Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man,” the story follows a group of men and women with different issues in their different relationships. The cast is a likable assembly of attractive people. The spread-

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out story is handled well enough that nothing feels lost. All in all, for an ensemble romcom that doesn’t get weighed down in details or depression, this movie has the right mindset.

“Darling Companion” (PG-13) — Kevin Kline and Diane Keaton are a married couple with a fading spark.

Keaton’s character forms a strong bond with a dog she finds on the side of the road, nurses him back to health and names him “Freeway.” In a beautiful vacation home in the mountains, the dog runs off, and the affluent middle-aged people must find their dog and probably fix their marriage in the process. It’s about as tedious and slow as it sounds, but maybe inoffensive and accessible if you’re not wholly paying attention.

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Bodfish Bob's Calf Fries in Wine Sauce 40 bull testicles, aka oysters 1 or 2 cloves of garlic, chopped onion to taste, sliced 2 T corn starch 1 cup white wine salt, pepper and tabasco to taste 1 cup water

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Remove testicles from beer. Drain and dredge thoroughly in the flour mixture.

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Boil until tender, about 30 to 45 minutes. Drain thoroughly.

Sauté oysters, onion and garlic until brown. Dissolve corn starch and water in cup, then add to oysters.

Add wine and let simmer until sauce thickens. Add seasonings and serve steaming hot.

Bodfish Bob’s Hobo Popcorn 4, 4-inch squares heavy foil 4 tsp. cooking oil 4 T popcorn heavy string 4 long sticks In the center of each square of foil, place one teaspoon oil and one tablespoon popcorn. Fold corners of foil squares in to center to make pouches.

Seal edges allowing room for popcorn to expand while it pops. Tie pouches to sticks. Place over hot coals, shaking constantly until corn is thoroughly popped. Makes 4 servings. Season with butter and salt, if desired.

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DFG wilderness land navigation clinic for hunters The California Department of Fish & Game is now accepting registrations for its upcoming land navigation clinic. The two-day course will be held at Camp Whitsett north of Kernville on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 15 and 16.

This weekend clinic is part of DFG’s Advanced Hunter Education Program. The course is designed to help students learn and practice basic navigation skills using a map, compass and GPS. Participants will learn about magnetic declination, the workings of a baseplate compass, map reading, how to stay oriented naturally and how to use magnetic bearings, map coordinate systems and GPS. All course materials and equipment will be provided.

The course is limited to 25 participants, so register early. Registration forms are available online at www.dfg.ca.gov/huntered/advanced/index.aspx.

The cost is $65 for adults. Students 16 years and younger are free but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. DFG’s Advanced Hunter Education Program will provide all necessary class equipment, but meals are not included.

Participants will camp overnight as part of the course.

DFG Waterfowl Clinic for new, advanced hunters “The Central Valley has some of the best waterfowl hunting opportunities in the state,” says Department of Fish & Game’s Lt. Shawn Olague, who teaches the oneday clinic. “This clinic is a great opportunity to acquire new skills, learn more about the terrain and get into the right mindset so you’re prepared in October.”

Hunters of all skill levels will benefit from DFG’s annual waterfowl hunting clinic, which will be held at the Los Banos Wildlife Area on Saturday, Sept. 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The clinic, jointly sponsored by the DFG’s Advanced Hunter Education program and the California Waterfowl Association, will teach tried-and-true techniques for successfully hunting waterfowl in the grasslands of California’s Central Valley. Topics to be covered include decoy placement, blind design, waterfowl calling, duck identification, hunting gear, game care, cooking tips and safety.

The cost of the clinic is $45 for adults. Students 16 years and younger are free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited and participants must register in advance at www.dfg.ca.gov/huntered/advanced. After registering, participants will receive an e-mail with directions to the Wildlife Area and a list of items to bring.

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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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Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier Columnist I recently had a conversation with the person in charge of the maintenance of the docks around the lake.

The information that I gathered from him is that there are six Mencarini docks around the lake that will be totally rebuilt in the coming months. This means that the concrete at each ramp will be demolished and new rebar and concrete will take its place. I'm sure that these new upgrades will satisfy the launching problems. We can expect the work to start anytime. No more specifics are available at this time.

Even though the lake level continues to decrease, the fish are still active albeit they are in deep water. The bass bite is still very good with limits to those who fish for them. The crappie bite has been very good, but you should look for them in deeper water.

I've been fishing the French Gulch Marina area and the catfish bite has been excellent. My latest cat weighed in at 13.64 pounds on the scale at Charlie's Market in Wofford Heights. If you catch a

fish you are proud of, take it to Charlie and he will weigh it for you.

Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and a avid fisherman. For questions or comments you can reach him through the Kern River Courier, office@kern rivercourier.com.

Courtesy of Charlie’s Market 13.64 pound catfish caught at French Gulch.

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

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

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Prayer to be moved by Indeed, liquid love the fate of those is possible for anyone whose heart who, today, risk separation from has been touched by the love of God tomorrow. Your passionately Jesus. tearful prayers tear into the enemy’s When our tear ducts have dried territory. Imagine holding your up, our heart may have shriveled child’s hand and silently praying a up. When we are too strong to cry, prayer touched by a tear. Perhaps we may have become too weak to you ask forgiveness with moist eyes really care. When the tears of others of contrition or embrace a loved make us uncomfortable, we may be one with a comforting caress. Your comfortable in our own selfliquid love speaks volumes when reliance. However, when we comwords won’t work. prehend the compassion of Christ When Paul had finished speaking, and see His wet eyes of love for us, he knelt down with all of them and we weep. He weeps over our loss, prayed. They all wept as they He cries for our comfort, and He embraced him and kissed him. Acts hurts over our hurt. He weeps for 20:36-37 us.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, break As He [Jesus] approached my heart for what breaks Yours.

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Keith James Unmack 1942 - 2012 Keith James Unmack, 70, entered into eternal rest on July 28, 2012 in Bodfish, CA. He is survived by his wife, Gera Unmack; daughter Sherry; two grandsons, Maxwell and Kadyn; as well as his Aunt Phyllis Megna. A memorial was held on Friday, Aug. 3, 2012 at Lake Isabella’s 1st Baptist Church, officiated

by Pastor Gerald Goodman. After the reception, the Kern River Hot Rodders honored Keith by holding a classic car procession through the Lake Isabella area.

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Continued from page 2 Mower racing challenge August 24 All of the endurance riders in the Motorcycle Endurance Riders Association (MERA) 10-in-10 Challenge are expected to come to the Kernville Airport and do a hot lap on Will “The Welder” Crosby’s Outlaw Unlimited Racing Lawnmower.

The free event will take place on Friday, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Kernville Airport. If you have any questions about this event, call The CycleSmiths at 760-350-9700.

Lakeshore Farmers Market August 25 Hosted by the Kern Valley Growers Association, this Market features locallygrown certified fruit, produce, eggs and honey, along with certified organic produce from various organizations and shade grown, organic coffee, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18. The market is at the Lakeshore Lodge, 7466 Wofford Blvd. in Wofford Heights. EBT/SNAP/CalFresh cards are accepted. For information call David Dills 760-812-7833.

River Rhythms, free concert series August 24 Performing Friday, Aug. 24 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Riverside Park in Kernville, is the Kern River Valley’s own Out of the Blue, performing together since 2003. Influences range from folk, bluegrass, country, rock and roll and jazz. Donations will be accepted to benefit the Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation, a local, non-profit organization that provides assistance to the academic and cultural efforts of those living in the Kern River Valley. For information, contact Charlie Busch at 760-376-4500.

Fix your pets August 25 The Basic Needs Foundation is sponsoring a low-cost spay and neuter clinic on Saturday, Aug. 25 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 1-888-504 SPAY (7729) for appointments.

The mobile clinic will be held at the parking lot of Vons, 5610 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella. There is $25 co-pay for each dog, $15 co-pay for each cat. Cash only at checkin. Rabies shots and microchips are included for all pets. Limited appointments are available with a limit of two pets per family.

All dogs must be on leash. All cats must be in carriers. Low-cost vaccination and microchip clinics are also available at this event. No appointment required for vaccination or microchip clinic from 9 a.m. to noon.

Nuui Cunni Farmers Market August 25 The Kern River Paiute Council is hosting the Nuui Cunni Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24 for fruit and produce needs. WIC now accepted. Local honey, fresh eggs, healing native plant salves and teas, plus locally grown produce is available. The market is located at 2600 Highway 155 between Lake Isabella and Wofford Heights at the French Gulch Forest Service Recreation Area. For more information, contact the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center 760-549-0800.

To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, send the information to us by email or on paper, either in person or by mail (our address is on page 2). Submissions must be received on Tuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday's issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is any cost, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by event date and space available. Submitted items deemed entirely or mostly business advertising will not be accepted. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or www.kernvalley.com.

Valley places of worship Kernville Father’s Heart Foursquare Church Kernville Elementary School, Kernville. Service Sunday 9:30 a.m. 760-223-6704 First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Worship Celebration, 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m., Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church Services held at Kernville United Methodist Church. Sundays 11 a.m.

Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights. Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m.

(760) 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights. Services: Sun. 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Lake Isabella First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

760-379-5615 Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella.

Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. Wed. 5:30 p.m. Thur.

5:30 p.m. 760-417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

760-379-4296 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760) 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Worship Sunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m.

Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. 760-379-5819

Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. 760-379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 4 p.m.

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Southlake/Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday Services 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. 760-378-3780 He Cares Fellowship 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Services Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 760-379-6935 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 760-378-4964 Church listings are free. Please contact the Courier office.

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Dave Says

Do’s, don’ts of land transactions

Does payment to collectors end the debt?

Vacant land transactions are a significant part of the market up here in the Kern River Valley.

Why is that?

Well, we have a lot of vacant land!

That is why we all Freeman love living up here and that is why folks love buying up here -- wide open spaces and some peace and quiet. However, buying a piece of plain dirt may not seem challenging, but there are some pitfalls to be avoided when you do.

Land purchases can be significantly different than buying a home. Of course the differences depend on what type of land, the zoning, and the location. Here is a rundown: ■ Zoning. Depending on what you want to do with the land, zoning is a huge issue. Don’t buy any piece of dirt with just a dream and a shovel, or you may find after the close of escrow that the County Building Department does not share your dream. Know the zoning and know what is allowed in that zoning. If you have a specific plan for land, get a hold of the County’s Planning Department and ask them about zoning and what is allowed and

what is not.

■ Utilities. If you are buying a plot in a neighborhood typically utilities are close or already on the property. If buying vacant acreage, utilities may be an issue. Once again, do your research. Don’t assume anything. Use a competent real estate agent who knows how to get the answers to your questions. Make sure you know where and how much for the utility hookups.

■ Flood and fire zones. A lot of land in this area is either one or both. Know if you are buying something in any of these areas. Pay attention to the Natural Hazard Disclosure that will be provided to you. Very important stuff on there.

■ Financing. Banks have tightened the reins on loans and getting a loan on raw land was hard in the first place. Cash is king when buying land. If you need financing, it is out there, but make sure it is lined up before you write a contract offer or chances are the seller will just decline to answer until they know you have the means to purchase. A lot of sellers will also consider carrying paper on land with a sizable down payment. Seller financing is great option in today's market.

Matt Freeman is a Realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty (760) 3795915 or cell 223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

David Ramsey Kern River Courier Columnist Dear Dave, One of my husband's credit card bills was turned over to a collection agency. They've offered three Ramsey different payment options. If we accept one of the options, does this mean the original creditor accepts the agreement as well?

Cheryl Dear Cheryl, In a situation like this, the collection agency either owns the debt outright or they're directly representing the credit card company.

This is pretty much standard operating procedure when someone has defaulted on a loan.

I'd go ahead with the deal they've offered that makes the most sense for you guys. You'll have a ding on your credit report, showing settlement on a defaulted credit card, but it's really no big deal since you've already got a mark against you for having it turned over to collections.

Want another piece of advice?

Never use credit cards again!

-Dave

Dear Dave, How do you know when you've found your true calling when it comes to your job or your career?

Matt Dear Dear Matt, I've met a few people who've had a spiritual experience in this area.

Something has happened, almost like they were struck by lightning, and they knew what they were supposed to do with their lives.

This isn't the normal way people come to realization about their futures, but it does happen from time to time.

Usually, I believe this kind of revelation starts out as a simple idea that gradually grows into a job and then into a career. Then, it evolves over time into a calling.

That's how I stepped into what I'm doing today. I can't honestly tell you that when I started on radio, or began writing and teaching, that I knew it was God's purpose for my life. But I felt the weight and the drawing of it, almost like a magnetic pull.

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Salome’s Stars ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) This week could offer more opportunities if you are eager to get ahead. But don’t rush into making decisions until you’ve checked for possible hidden problems.

TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) Some light begins to shine on professional and/or personal situations that have long eluded explanation. Best advice: Don’t rush things. All will be made clear in time.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Although you might want to protest what seems to be an unfair situation, it’s best to keep your tongue and temper in check for now. The full story hasn’t yet come out.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Work prospects are back on track. But watch what you say. A thoughtless comment to the wrong person — even if it’s said in jest — could delay or even derail your progress.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) A colleague might try to goad you into saying or doing the wrong thing.

It’s best to ignore the troublemaker, even if he or she riles you. Your supporters stand with you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Be careful not to let your on-the-job zealousness create resentment with co-workers who might feel you shut them out. Prove them wrong by including them in your project.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Although it’s not quite what you hoped for, use your good business sense to make the most of what you’re being offered at this time. Things will improve.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) A more positive picture of what lies ahead is beginning to take shape. But there are still too many gaps that need to be filled in before you make definitive plans.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Continue to keep a tight hold on the reins so you don’t charge into a situation that might appear attractive on the surface but lack substance.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You still need to demand those answers to your questions.

Remember, your wise counseling earns you respect, but it’s your search for truth that gives you wisdom.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) You’ll find that people are happy to help you deal with some difficult situations. And, of course, knowing you, you’ll be happy to return those favors anytime. Won’t you?

PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Give that special someone in your personal life a large, loving dollop of reassurance. That will go a long way toward restoring the well-being of your ailing relationship. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

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4. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of Laos?

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6. MOVIES: Who wrote the music score to the movie “Jaws”?

7. AD SLOGANS: “You can trust your car to the man who wears the star” was an advertising slogan of what company?

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices STATEMENT OF WITHDRAWAL FROM PARTNERSHIP OPERATING UNDER A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Fictitious Business Name being withdrawn from: Kern Valley Painting (2008B1174) Street address of business: 3473 Hall Court, Lake Isabella, CA 93240; Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box 2711, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO WITHDRAW: Elisa Nevius, P.O. Box 2711, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 02/15/2008. This Statement of Withdrawal filed on: 07/12/2012. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by D. Jacobo, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier July 27, August 3, 20 and 17, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Paul's Pipe & Tobacco (2012 - B4408) Street address of principal place of business: 6925 Wofford Hts. Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: 6925 Wofford Hts. Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285.

REGISTRANT: Paul Ballow, 698 Brislecone Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. 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: Paul Ballow.

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Expires 07/23/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier July 27, August 3, 10 and 17, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Tudor Trading Company (2012 - B4382) Street address of principal place of business: 26640 Oakflat Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 26640 Oakflat Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

REGISTRANT: Devinka S. Balasuriya, 141-o Seminary Drive, Mill Valley CA 94941. 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 reg-

istered 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: Devinka S. Balasuriya. This statement filed on 07/20/2012. Expires 07/20/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier August 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2012.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MURLENE KAY HOLT aka MURLENE K. HOLT aka MURLENE HOLT S-1501-PB-61996 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of MURLENE KAY HOLT aka MURLENE K. HOLT aka MURLENE HOLT. A PETITION for Probate has been filed by: DAWN R. HELTON in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN. THE PETITION for Probate requests that DAWN R. HELTON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on: September 6, 2012 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in section 9100 of the California Probate Code. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in section 1250 of the California Probate Code. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: JAMIE P. GELBER, Atty.

5104 C Lake Isabella Blvd., P.O. Box 2810 Lake Isabella, CA 93240 (760) 379-2604 (Published: Kern River Courier: August 10, 17 and 24, 2012) STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BLUE HORIZON ENTERPRISES, LLC (2011-B1469) Street address of business: 41 Pinehurst Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285; Mailing address of Business: 41 Pinehurst Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Blue Horizon Enterprises, LLC, 41 Pinehurst Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 03/03/2011. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 07/23/2012. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk by J. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier August 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Bear Mountain Consulting (2012 B4469) Street address of principal place of business: 27360 Stirrup Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT: Michael Brian Drake, 27360 Stirrup Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Individual. Date the business commenced: 02/01/2001. 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: Michael Brian Drake. This statement filed on 07/25/2012. Expires 07/25/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier August 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2012.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ARCHIE PLANTE aka ARCHIE EDWARD PLANTE S-1501-PB-62077 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ARCHIE PLANTE aka ARCHIE EDWARD PLANTE. A PETITION for Probate has been filed by: MELINDA WYLY in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN. THE PETITION for Probate requests that MELINDA WYLY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on: SEPTEMBER 13, 2012 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in section 9100 of the California Probate Code. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: PHYLLIS M. HIX, Atty.

112 Buena Vista Drive P.O. Box 1940 Kernville, CA 93238 (760) 376-3761 (Published: Kern River Courier: August 17, 24 and 31, 2012) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF SARAH LUE WATSON S-1501-PB-62053 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of SARAH LUE WATSON A PETITION for Probate has been filed by: LYNN WATSON in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN. THE PETITION for Probate requests that LYNN WATSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on: SEPTEMBER 20, 2012 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in section 9100 of the California Probate Code. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: PHYLLIS M. HIX, Atty.

112 Buena Vista Drive P.O. Box 1940 Kernville, CA 93238 (760) 376-3761 (Published: Kern River Courier: August 17, 24 and 31, 2012) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Vendit (2012 - B4516) Street address of principal place of business: 14708 Tyler Fran Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93314.

Mailing address of business: 14708 Tyler Fran Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93314.

REGISTRANT: Dina Esparza, 14708 Tyler Fran Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93314. 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: Dina Esparza.

This statement filed on 07/27/2012.

Expires 07/27/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier August 17, 24, 31 and September 7, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Don's Liquor Mart (2012 - B4833) DBA #2: Don's Liquor Market and Deli (2012 - B4834) Street address of principal place of business: 616 Monterey Trail, Frazier Park, CA 93225. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 2072, Frazier Park, CA 93225.

REGISTRANTS: Manhal Khalil, 3313 Brookshire Court, Burbank, CA 91504 and Sameer Khalil, 3610 Viewcrest Drive, Burbank, CA 91504.

General Partnership. Date the business commenced: 04/12/1996. 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: Sameer Khalil.

This statement filed on 08/14/2012. Expires 08/14/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: M. Dominguez.

Published by the Kern River Courier August 17, 24, 31 and September 7, 2012.

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from the week Artwork preserved Debbie Campbell led the children’s events at last weekend’s Hummingbird Celebration at the Kern River Preserve in Weldon.

She helps Kairi Davis and her grandmother, Jane Smith, create art with nature.

Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

In hot water The week was a hot one and although 106 degrees might be General Plumbing of Lake Isabella’s idea of a optimum hot water temperature.

Optimun air temperature, it was not.

Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

Squirrel,

Continued from page 1 from the Kern County Fire Department included two engines, two patrols, a dozer, and one Battalion Chief. There was a Type 3 strike team of engines and a Type 1 hand crew responding from the Piute Complex to assist in the firefighting efforts. The Dove Incident was

under a Unified Command with the US Forest Service. Precipitation in the area assisted fire fighters with suppression efforts. The size was 30-50 acres and crews remained on scene Friday night doing mop-up. There were no structures threatened and no road closures. There were no reported injuries. The Squirrel Fire was contained by Saturday.

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in just one day. The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at the Continued from page 1 Kernville Airport. The public is inviters will probably travel more than ed to cheer on the endurance riders 12,000 miles. The mileage alone is and enjoy a lunch on the patio at the an unobtainable feat for most Airport Café. The rally master has motorcycle riders, but for this select awarded the mower-racing challenge group of two-wheel warriors it is a high point value, so it is safe to say just part of the fun. that most of the challenge riders will Crockett placed second in last be in Kernville for this event. year's event. This MERA was is her fourth year established in competing in this 1994 to give all challenge. She motorcyclists an Welcome and her husband, opportunity to 10 ‘n 10 Challenge Mike Loomer, are achieve their riders to Kernville the owners of individual longCycleSmiths in distance riding Friday, August 24 10 a.m. to Kernville. goals. Since its noon at the Kernville Airport "Think of it as inception, at least a giant scavenger major The public is invited to a free one hunt," Crockett endurance rally event cheering on the 10 ‘n 10 said. Crocket will has been held endurance riders and watch them be riding her blue year. complete. See story or the Courier every 1298cc 644 MERA's most calendar for details. pound Yamaha ambitious project FJR for the chalto date - the 10lenge.

Her day/10,000-mile motorcycle has a "10 'n 10 Rally" 6.6 gallon gas tank with a range of broke new ground on several fronts, about 269 miles including opening up the sport to the The 10 'n 10 challenge will start in general public via an online satelliteSalt Lake City Thursday morning, tracking map on which Crocket and August 23 and will conclude 10 days the other riders' progress can be follater with an awards ceremony and lowed. During those 10 days last banquet back in Utah. One of the year, this map page was viewed more things that makes this rally different than 112,000 times as spectators is that each competitor gets to sub- watched the drama of the event mit their own bonus point location unfold in real-time. or activity.

For more information on the 10 'n This year, Crockett submitted a 10 Challenge event check out bonus for all of the endurance riders www.utah1088.com. For more inforto come to the Kernville Airport on mation on lawnmower racing, see Friday, Aug. 24 to complete a hot lap http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/ on Will "The Welder" Crosby's G l e n n v i l l e - L a w n m o w e r Outlaw Unlimited Racing Racing/139353782803055. Additional Lawnmower which will require rid- questions can be directed to The ers to travel from Utah to Kernville CycleSmiths at 760-350-9700.

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