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South Fire Derek Tisinger, Kern County Fire Deptartment Special to the Courier Firefighters responded to a wildland fire Sunday in Bodfish Canyon. The “South Fire” was reported at 2:06 p.m. and started in a rural residential area near Alpine Way and Alpine Court. It immediately spread southerly, upslope, burning grass and scattered brush. Forty-nine homes were threatened but no structures were lost. A Wilderness Study Area containing Piute Cypress Trees was protected from fire encroachment. More than 500 firefighting personnel and equipment from the Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the Forest Service, Kern County Fire Department and Cal Fire responded at the peak of the fire. Fire fighters on the ground were assisted by five helicopters and six fixed-wing aircraft. Crews remained on the fire overnight
Report arson It takes us all to help keep the Kern Valley beautiful and safe. If you suspect you are seeing someone attempting to start a fire, please call the Arson Hotline at:
1-877-FIRE-TIP Casey James/Kern River Courier
A Sikorsky “Skycrane” makes a water drop over hand crews, Monday on the 15 acre Wofford Fire along Hwy 155.
(1-877-347-3847). The life and property you save, could be your own!
for three nights. The fire was originally reported at 450 acres but was given an updated size of 271 acres after more accurate mapping of the fire was able to be completed. By Wednesday, The fire was 95% contained and structures are no longer threatened and 150 firefighters were assigned to the incident. There have been no reported injuries and no structures destroyed. The cause of the fire is under investigation with assistance from the California Highway Patrol and the Kern County Sherriff Department. The Kern County Fire Department and the U.S. Forest Service want to remind residents and forest visitors of the very dry conditions that exist in this area.
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Wofford Fire On Monday afternoon, the “Wofford Fire” ignited and was only 15 acres. Because there were resources already in the Kern Valley for the South Fire from Kern County Fire, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, BIA (Wildland Fire Management) and cooperating fire agencies from around the state, the fire was 100 percent contained. The cause is under investigation. Due to of all the fire equipment, Highway 155 was closed for about four hours from approximately 4:30 until 8:30 p.m. All Kern Valley traffic was diverted around the lake via Sierra Way.
California makes fire more taxing Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier As if our fire worries weren’t bad enough, now the State of California is about to send out a new annual tax bill so we can pay the new Fire Prevention Fee approved by the Legislature last year and recently signed into law by Governor Brown. The law requires 825,000 Californians within the State Responsibility Area, or SRA, to pay a new annual tax of $150 for every habitable structure, defined as a building that can be occupied for residential use, found on their property. Mobile homes and manufactured people
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used for human habitation are not assessed the fee. The SRA is the area that the State of California is financially responsible for the prevention and suppression of wildfires. SRA does not include lands within city boundaries or in federal ownership. This fee is to fund a variety of fire prevention services within the SRA including brush clearance and activities to improve forest health so the forest can better withstand wildfire. Fire prevention is defined as the work done to prevent a fire from igniting. This includes activities such as brush clearance, defensible space inspections, fire breaks and public education prohistory
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kern river water data: Wednesday 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 118,390 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 181cfs (5-hr avg.) Lower Kern Outflow 887 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 532 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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Lantern light tour and ghost hunt August 3 On Friday August 3rd 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 J. Paul Corlew who is curator/director
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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
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■ 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.
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■ 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.
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■ 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.
of Silver City Ghost Town. Co-hosting that night will be long time paranormal investigator Kat Owen and son Danny of Lake Isabella Paranormal Society. Tickets are available for credit card purchase via email (ghosttown@verizon.net) or telephone. They will also be on sale at 8:15 the night of
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
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■ 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.
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■ 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.
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 please contact J. Paul Corlew, 760-379-5146. River Rhythms, free concert series August 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 Performing on August 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Riverside Park in Kernville, is the Kern River Valley’s own Another Roadside Attraction, formerly known as Acoustic River, a local acoustic/electric rock band. Donations will be accepted to benefit the Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation. Tim Moore Benefit car wash August 4 A local resident, Tim Moore, is in the hospital following a car accident. A benefit car wash is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 4 at the Cyclesmiths in Kernville, behind Pizza Barn, beginning at 9 a.m. All proceeds go to his family for medical expenses. Come support the family. Your donations are greatly appreciated. The car wash is sponsored by Disciples of Thunder Motorcycle Ministry. For information, call Turtle at 760223-1081 KV Indian community meeting August 4 The Kern Valley Indian Community quarterly meeting will be held on Saturday, Aug. 4 at 11 a.m. at the Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella. Guests will include Matthew Nelson, NAGPRA Consultant for the Bishop Paiute Tribe. Dinner will be provided by the Council. Please bring salad or dessert and a raffle item. Also bring any gently used household items and clothing to share. Aglow International monthly meeting August 4 Aglow International, Lake Isabella Lighthouse will host their meeting on Saturday, Aug. 4 at 9:30 a.m. at the Senior Center/Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. There will be a silent auction so bring a friend. For more information, call Barbara a 760-3783672. Skits & Stones August 4, 5 Skits & Stones, a comedy from local filmmakers, Home Grown Pictures will be presented at Reel Cinema in Wofford Heights on Saturday Aug. 4 at 9 p.m. and on Sunday Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. Donations are welcome to support local filmmakers. Upper Tule Mountain Festival, August 4, 5 The 27th annual Upper Tule Association Mountain Festival will take place in the Camp Nelson Meadow in the Sequoia National Forest at the corner of Nelson and Smith Drives, Aug. 4-5 starting at 10 a.m. each day and admission is free. The event will feature a bounce house, arts and crafts, food, log sawing, single and doubles horseshoe tournaments and live music. A barbecue will be served Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. and bed races will take place on Sunday. For more information, call 559542-2551. McQuiston rep holding office hours August 7 Lori Acton, field representative for First District Supervisor Jon McQuiston, will hold office hours Tuesday, Aug. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is available to meet with walk-in constituents. For more information, call 760-549-2068. Suicide Survivor Support Group August 8 A peer support group for people who have lost someone to suicide is a safe place to share your grief, find hope and achieve healing. It meets the second Wednesday of every month in the Library Room of the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 377 Highway 155 in Lake Isabella from 6 to 7:30 p.m. For more information call College Community Services at 760-379-3412.
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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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The reservoir provides flood risk management, irrigation and recreational benefits for Kern County. More than 300,000 people live and work below the Isabella Dam project, primarily in the town of Lake Isabella and the city of Bakersfield.
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Resident has questions of Army Corp I have been a resident and homeowner in Wofford Heights for six years. I attended the first meeting with the Army Corps of Engineers and the public in Kernville in April. I made two public comments concerning the impact this project would have on the property values of those of us who own homes, and would like to reiterate them here. 1. Has there or will there be an impact study done to estimate what will happen to the value of our “lakeview” homes? Are there any benefits to us during this period? Are there any financial incentives for us such as lower property taxes? I overlook the north part of the lake which has become increasingly shallower due to the sediment flushed in from the river. With the intentional lowering of the lake, I feel this area could become a virtual dust bowl aside from the river inflow. Property values are low already. Four to eight years of construction will financially ruin us should we want to move, or make us virtual prisoners if we cannot afford that option and have to wait this out. Should I try and escape now and defraud some unsuspecting buyer? 2. Who will be responsible if the adopted plan takes longer than estimated? What will the penalties be, and who will be compensated? I would like to add, I felt offended by the attitude of one of the planners insinuating if we did not choose Alternate Plan 4, raising the dam 16 feet (and probably the longest of the time frames) we would have to suffer the consequences of endless trucks along the lake hauling the fill from the Hanning Flat area and the increased air and noise pollution. It sounded like extortion. I realize the safety of many residents is at stake, and many others will suffer more than myself. I hope we can pull together and make this work for everyone. John D. Ornosky Wofford Heights
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A word with a bird Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist We live on a hill and have a pretty good view of the world from here. It’s also a home for two hummingbirds that live here year around They are both Rufus’. They are very pro- Middleworth tective and territorial. No strange hummers are allowed. We keep a feeding station for the locals and woe to the occasional strange hummer flying off course and trying to steal a couple of sips. In July, the count rises when new birds arrive in force. We now have five feeders up and are filling them at least once a day. In the meantime the two local, territorial birds are going crazy trying to keep the uninvited hummers off their personal dinner stations. As I sat on the porch admiring the show, one of the locals hopped up on my chair and said, “Howdy! My name is Homer Hummingbird and I’m exhausted.” At first, I was taken aback to have a hummingbird talk to me, but this is the mountains and strange things happen. “Yep,” said Homer, “It’s a full-time job running off all these strange birds.” “Where do they come from?” I asked.
“Canada.” he said. “They zip down through the states and end up in Mexico for a warm winter. “In the meantime, they are a pain in the feathers, stealing our food. Keeping them away is kind of like shoveling sand against the tide and it just wears us out.” “How fast do they fly?” I queried. “Oh a regular day they average 24 mph and with a stiff wind can hit 42,” he replied. Then I asked Homer to tell me more about flying. “Well,” he said, “We can fly forward, backward, upside down, right side up and even fly in place.” "”Wow,” I said. “That must take a lot of energy.” “Indeed it does,” Homer said. “that’s why we eat so much. In fact, each day we eat and drink our body weight. It would be like you eating 195 pounds of steak every day. Of course, you would be able to run 75 mph but you’d always be looking for someone’s steak to steal.” Then he said, “I better get cracking. They’re eating me out of house and home so I'll see you later and please keep the nectar coming.” And, at 42 mph, he headed for one of the feeders. After he left I reflected to myself, “Even though strange things happen here on Mount Middleworth, I bet no one is going to believe this!” Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program.
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Property owners answers to dam concerns After hearing the same concerns questioned over and over. I think it is time to answer these questions as best we can. The comment period is closed with the Army Corps of Engineers, but it does not hurt to express your concerns none the less. I have read the entire DSMS (1050 pages) and spoken with all the Corp personnel. As the final draft is being completed, they seem hesitant to give the solid answers we would like. The Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners can answer most, if not all of these, or seek out the proper response. Q. Why don’t they just build a new auxiliary Dam? A. That would not be economically feasible. The current auxiliary dam is in the best spot. A new Dam would have to be longer, higher and would require all new material. Q. What about the economy during construction? A. Comments have been made for the Army Corps to accommodate tourist expansion during construction. Community involvement will be necessary to implement these ideas. Key to this will be a new, large, upscale motel and tourist center. This center can house and direct a much larger tourist inflow. Q. Will they drain the lake? A. This would be a worst case scenario. Part of any planning process is taking into account all the really bad things that can happen and then making that none do happen. The best analogy is to plan and then if everything goes wrong. If you planned well, you will still be just fine. The Army Corps is doing that and planning to limit the lake draw down to a minimum in both time and volume. The LIBPO is seeking further answers thoughout this process. Some answers on the process simply are not available because the Army Corps has not finished the study on these issues and does not have the final answer yet. Jon Ream Lake Isabella Bodfish Property Owners
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River Rhythms free concerts in the park There will be a series of free concerts during the month of August, held at Kernville’s Riverside Park, from 7 to 9 p.m. These performances are free to the public and are family-friendly. The musical styles will vary each week and some food and refreshments will be available at each show. The dates for the River
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Salome’s Stars ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Relationships continue to thrive, but watch for any telltale signs of potential problems. Take needed action now to set things straight. TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) Your powers of persuasion, backed up, of course, by your considerable expertise, help you establish your case even to the most dubious decision-makers in your workplace. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You might still be a bit reluctant to face up to some less-than-pleasant realities. But the sooner you accept the facts, the sooner you can set about making some needed changes. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Expect to make adjustments, even when things seem ready to go. But cheer up: At least one change could lead to something you’ve been hoping for. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) The success of a recent project should do a lot to boost your self-confidence. You might want to start now to check out ways to make that long-deferred bigger and bolder move. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Ease up on the pressure you might be putting on the new person in your life. It takes time for a budding relationship
to blossom. Show more patience. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You have lots of inner strength in reserve. Use some of it to resist intimidation from those who might try to impose on your good nature for their own reasons. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) The good news is that your on-the-job status is improving. The one cautionary note involves a personal situation you might have been ignoring for too long. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Congratulations. Once again, your sharp Sagittarian “horse sense” helps you work through a complicated situation that would leave most people confused. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Plan on indulging yourself in some well-earned good times through much of the week. Then be prepared to face some thought-provoking issues by the 18th. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Positive factors continue to dominate following a recent change in your professional and personal lives. Expect to make contact with someone from your past. PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Workplace stability allows you to continue making progress on your projects. But don’t ignore your personal life. Spend more quality time with those special folks. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
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1. MYTHOLOGY: What creatures are combined to form the mythical creature called a centaur? 2. LANGUAGE: What kind of website is named for the Hawaiian word for “quick”? 3. ETIQUETTE: What is the traditional type of gift given on fifth wedding anniversaries? 4. PERSONALITIES: Who was the prince who married actress Rita Hayworth in 1949? 5. RELIGION: Who is the patron saint of sailors? 6. MUSIC: What does the musical direction “sostenuto” mean? 7. TELEVISION: What is the name of the mayor on “The Simpsons”?
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‘Hunger Games’ has chemistry By Sam Struckhoff PICKS OF THE WEEK “Hunger Games” (PG-13) — For those new to this, Hunger Gaming involves putting children into an arena full of weapons and traps, then making them fight to the death. It’s the dystopian future, you see, and the ruling district demands that each of the outlying districts give up one boy and one girl to the Hunger Games. Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) is a 16-year-old girl who happens to be an expert archer thanks to her hunting experience. For an action-centric adaptation, it fumbles with the action but does a good job with the chemistry between Katniss and Peeta, her tribute. It’s an odd kind of tension between two teenagers who realize that only one of them can survive, and it works. “The Raid” (R) — Their cover blown, a handful of police are trapped in a slum high rise teeming with thugs, goons and lowlifes readying themselves for war. It’s up to a rookie on the SWAT team to use every ounce of strength to rescue his comrades and complete the mission. This Indonesian import is a towering inferno of action. If Karate and Kung Fu no longer do it for you, Indonesia has its own traditional martial art. It’s called Pencak
Silat, and it looks awesome on a movie screen. DOG OF THE WEEK “Hick” Jennifer Lawrence in (R) — By “Hunger Games” all accounts, this should have been a really good movie. The director, Derick Martini, showed hints of skill in his last movie (“Lymelife”), the cast is good, and the script was written by the author of the book that was being adapted. Alas, “Hick” is tough to watch and doesn’t have much payoff. Luli (Chloe Moretz) is all of 13 years old when she leaves her drunkard parents with nothing but some cash and a handgun in her purse. She meets a creepy cowboy named Eddie (Eddie Redmayne) and a vapid cocaine-addicted young lady (Blake Lively.) From there, Luli just keeps running into the same people and in worsening circumstances. We don’t get any true glimpse into her character or anything meaningful. Just oodles of creepiness. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob salt, and cook three minutes. Add garlic, cumin and chili powder. Cook one minute or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove from heat, and stir in two tablespoons lime juice and two tablespoons cilantro. Heat tortillas according to package directions. Whisk together remaining one tablespoon oil, four tablespoons lime juice and two tablespoons cilantro in a small bowl. Season with salt. Drizzle dressing over chicken. Toss to coat. Arrange chicken, vegetables and warm tortillas on platter. Serve with toppings. Bodfish Bob’s Shot-put Zucchini Patties Bodfish Bob’s Track & Field 100-meter dash Chicken Fajitas 2 T olive oil, divided 1 onion, sliced 2 yellow, red, or orange bell peppers (cored and sliced) salt, to taste 2 clove(s) garlic, minced 1 1/4 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground chili powder 6 T fresh lime juice, divided 1/4 cup(s) fresh chopped cilantro, divided 1 whole 3- to 4-lb. roasted chicken, chopped 8 (8-inch) flour tortillas salsa, for topping sliced avocado or guacamole, for topping sour cream, for topping sliced green onions, for topping Heat one tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper and
2 cups grated zucchini 2 eggs, beaten 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese salt to taste 2 T vegetable oil In a medium bowl, combine the zucchini, eggs, onion, flour, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese and salt. Stir well enough to distribute ingredients evenly. Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Drop zucchini mixture by heaping tablespoonfuls, and cook for a few minutes on each side until golden. Visit Bodfish Bob on the internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.
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The photos that didn’t get away Danny La Scala shows off his 2.5 lb. trout Caught with a night crawler in the Lake Isabella Campfire Market, Wofford Heights
Mike Mencarini had good luck landing these nice catfish last week on a night time trip to the French Gulch Marina area. These two kitties weigh-in at 18 lbs. Photo submitted
Grab a couple dozen minnows and find a tree in 25 feet of water and catch a stringer of nice crappie as did James and Lydia Ranger of Bakersfield. Mike Mencarini
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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
Kern Valley Hospital Emergency Department McCray & Laurel Mountain Mesa 760-379-2681
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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Chasing donkeys Jack Duitsman, Pastor Father’s Heart Foursquare Church, Kernville . . and they will say to you, “The donkeys which you went to look for have been found. And now your father has ceased caring about the donkeys and is worrying about you, saying, Duitsman 'what shall I do about my son?’” - 1 Samuel 10:2 Wandering through a giant book retailer the other evening I was reminded of the idea that the more books we read, the more books we will realize we haven’t read, and similar can be said about the pursuit of holiness and obedience. The pursuit of holiness is remarkably worthy, but can quickly replace the sole pursuit of our lives with that which is at best secondary. Again, the principles of holiness laid out carefully in the entirety of the Scriptures were and are intended for application in our lives, but we must come to terms with their application in proper order if we are to have any hope of achieving the holiness the Father so longs for us to experience. What we ultimately struggle with while moving through this life is the embrace of the Father’s heart of love
for us as His children. The chords of love that were snapped in Eden have continued to fray over the thousands of years of human history, and we live our lives in the composite of this brokenness. Jesus’ work of redeeming love on Calvary's cross shifted the possibility of never ending separation to a grace-through-faith applied gift of once again being joined to the Father’s heart. However long you and I have enjoyed the magnificent touch of the Father’s gracious work of salvation residing firmly in our hearts, we nevertheless continue to feel the icy fingers of abandonment both through the “reality” of our circumstance, and more chillingly through an ache in our soul that simply refuses to believe we are loved. Our primary need throughout this life is to be reminded again and again of our sole pursuit of knowing the Father’s love for us. 1 Samuel 9 and 10 are narratives dealing with the call of Saul, Israel’s first king, but more importantly to our journey of faith, hold precious keys to unlocking the Father’s heart of love in calling us to be His sons and daughters. A pursuit of some lost family donkeys brought Saul in touch with God’s prophet Samuel who anointed Saul to be king of the nation of Israel, and then sent him on his way, presumably to take up the donkey search once again. This don-
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Continued from page 2 Friends of the Library used book sale August 9, 10 and 11 Support your local library and get a great deal on used books and media. The sale will take place at the Kern River Valley Library conference room, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella, Thursday and Friday, Aug. 9 and 10, from 2 to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon. All sale proceeds will help support the local libraries, children’s reading programs, educational projects and the purchase of books and supplies. Any questions? Contact Sharonkaye Spoonemore, FOL publicity chairperson, 760-2233449. Kernville First Baptist Game Night August 10 Come join the fun and play board games, be in competitions, and win prizes at the First Baptist Church of Kernville Game Night, starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 10. Bring a snack to share and an appetite for play. Call John Cole, game master, for more information at 760-223-1036. KRV Hummingbird Celebration August 11 At the Audubon California Kern River Preserve from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11, there will be a free, no-host event. Bird walks, bird feeding workshops, t-shirt sales and an information booth will be set up at the Kern River Preserve, 18747 Highway 178 in Weldon. For more information go to krpfriends@audubon.org. Lake Isabella Classic Car Show August 11 This no-cost show is a benefit for the Sheriff’s Activities League and “Supplies for GI’s.” There will be dash plaques for the first 100 entries. Clothing donations will be accepted for GI’s and monetary donations will go to SAL. Bob Coslett pinstriping will
be on hand. T-shirts will be for sale and there will be music, food, games and a poker run on Saturday, Aug. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 3701 Suhre St. in Lake Isabella, where Highway 178 and Highway 155 meet. For more information, contact Jerry Boyle at 760-417-2654 or email him at ret5395@earthlink.net. Back to School Festival August 11 Sponsored by the Kern River Valley Ministers’ Association, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., churches, businesses and groups from all over the valley are coming together to help get families equipped for another year at school. They will be giving away backpacks and school supplies. There will be games and fun for the whole family. The goal is to help students succeed. The give-away is being held at First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella, 3701 Suhre St, Lake Isabella. For information, call Grant Bennett at 760-483-3225 or email him at grant@kernvillechurch.com. Junior golf clinic August 14 A no fee/no registration clinic for juniors ages 6 to 16 years old. Learn to play golf or enhance your skills. The clinic starts at 9 a.m. at the Kern Valley Golf Course. Call the Golf Course for more information. To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, send the information to us by e-mail 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 10:45 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. 760-379-6360
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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Nice 2/bd-2/ba dbl wide MH w/carport, patio & deck. $14,995. Quiet 55+ park. (760) 379-2092 ___________________________ MOVING? Across Town or The Nation - Kernville Moving & Storage 760-379-2714 or 760 -417-0465 CAL.PU.CT 189998 __________________________ Wofford Hts. - 1bd/1ba MH in Sportsman TP, Sp #15. Must see to appreciate - completely remodeled. $17,500. Space inclds laundry facilities, fish house, wtr & trash. (760) 376-3228 ___________________________ Kernville-Rivernook Park Trailer for sale. 03 Fleetwood 1 bed1bath $450 space rent-furnished on stream Excellent cond. $27,500 OBO Call Vicky 661269-5200 or Barb 661-298-9256 ____________________________ 1989 Skyline Mobile Home 33'. $9,950 obo, turn-key 1bd/1ba unit w/new carpet & private parking space. Located in downtown Kernville in 10 acre Park with 1,000ft of private shoreline along river for residents to enjoy! Perfect place for recreational activities. Prime fishing location. MUST SEE! Call (760)376-2345
Kernville- Hi-Ho 50+ MHP 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $450/mo + dep & utilities. 760-376-2671 ___________________________
Chuck Barbee - Still & Video PHOTOGRAPHY Portraits - Family Events Equestrian - Historical Photo Scanning & Restoration Transfers to DVD & CD 760-376-8784 __________________________ PAUL’S POOL SERVICE
MT. MESA Commercial & Residential Contractor’s Lic. #587951 760-382-7395 •• 310-533-0584 __________________________ KYT & FAMILY Painting, weed abatement, tree triming, small engine & concrete repair, hauling, prof. carpet cleaning, 25yrs in the KRV, Licensed 760-549-3468 • 760-376-2031 POOL & SPA DOCTOR Swimming pool repair & cleaning service • Supplies • Hot tub repair • Health License #3366 35 yrs experience David Stratton 760-378-2377
Business for Sale Antique Business for Sale Antiques - Collectibles - Thrift Attractive location in the heart of Wofford Heights. Owner moving out of state. Inventory & POS only. Reasonable rent. $8,000 obo. Call cell # 661-301- 0955 or 661-301-0999
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Homes for Sale 37 Canyon Drive - $3,900 down buys a beautiful 2 br, 1 ba home w/carport, big lot, 6 storage sheds. Sign $35,000 loan, pd $135/bi-week, all due 30 yrs, 10% apr, fixed buying power loan. Owner - 661-330-2222 Agent - 661-330-7360 ___________________________ Lake Isabella-new home, 2 lots, 2832 Erskine Creek, Lot 13bd/2ba, garage, many extras. Lot 2- septic tank, water meter, power, approved plans & prints. 818-324-0869 ___________________________ 1704 Sierra Vista - $4,000 down buys a nice 2 br, 1 ba home. Sign $36,000 loan, pd $139/biweek, fixed buying power, 10% apr, all due 30 yrs. Owner-661330-2222 / Agent- 661-330-7360
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Wofford Hts - Remodeled 3/bd, 2/ba home in Pala Ranches, w/hardwood floors, granite countertops, extra room under house, mtn view, stove, refrig + w/d hookup, Sec. 8 ok, $1,100/mo + dep. 323-447-9140 / 323-969-8061 ___________________________ Wofford Heights - 2bd/1ba dbl wide MH with 24x24 garage, on 1 acre, lake view, $750/mo, (805) 375-0047 ___________________________ Wofford Heights - 2 bd/1bath doublewide mobile. Small ydshed-roofed deck on both sides. Stove-refrig. Water pd. Washer/ dryer hookup. Quiet area. $575 per month plus $300 sec. deposit. Call (760)376-6578 ___________________________ House for Lease. 4 bdrm, 1 ¾ bath, bonus room, garage, $900/mo + deposit, 20 Donalda Ct., WH, Call (760)223-3469 ___________________________ Squirel Valley - Room for Rent $300/mo + $175 dep, Avail 8/1 Garage for some storage. No drinking/drugs. Ref required. Leave message. (760) 549-3842 ___________________________ Mt. Mesa - 3bd/2ba spacious remodeled home. 1/2 blk from hospital, l level, soak tub, a/c, tankless water heater, low maint. yd, avail. 8/1, $1,200/mo + sec. dep. 661-394-0862
Commercial for Rent Downtown Kernville - Aircraft Shop location - 2 remodeled offices, 384 sq. ft. - 1 year lease. (760) 376-3024
Misc. For Sale 12’ stand up paddleboard-$650 Carbon fiber adjustible paddle$100. Lk Isabella 562-477-4952 ____________________________ 1989 BMW, 325i, Needs rack & pinion and AC work. $700 (760)223-6324
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For Rent/Lease Country Living: 2 houses on same lot @ 29328 Hwy 178, Onyx 1st hse for rent - 1/bd,1ba, 800sf, w/fncd yd, $575/mo + $575 depst. 2nd sml hse, 450sf, 1 rm studio w/ kitchenette, living area w/separate bathroom & laundry room, covered porch, $350/mo + $350 dep. Large fenced yd, RV parkingl, water & trash pd by landlord Room for RV, garden & animals. Both houses on same lot. Perfect for roommates or caregivers that need space. Rent individually or $825/mo for both to same renter. Available NOW. Links to pics of prop: Small house - http://tinyurl. com/7ttsd5v Main house - hrrp:// tinyurl.com/7zklovl 25 miles east of Lake Isabella/Kernville on Hwy 178. 35 miles W of Ridge- crest. Call Mike @ 949246-7731 cell or 949-646-7112
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: DSSC Dispatching Services (2012 B4019) Street address of principal place of business: 5006 Silver Clover Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Mailing address of business: 5006 Silver Clover Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93313. REGISTRANT: Avtar Singh, 5006 Silver Clover Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93313. 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: Avtar Singh. This statement filed on 06/29/2012. Expires 06/29/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier July 13, 20, 27 and August 3, 2012.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Tehachapi Treasure Trove (2012 B3882), DBA#2: Tehachapi Treasures (2017 - B3883), DBA#3: Treasure Trove (2012 - B3884), Street address of principal place of business: 116 East Tehachapi Boulevard, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 116 East Tehachapi Boulevard, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANTS: Marilda White, 20642 Black Oak Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561, Janet Meabon, 21036 Santa Barbara, Tehachapi, CA 93561, Susanna Monette, 8608 South Loop Boulevard, California City, CA 93505 and Sandi Thoman, 18450 Sacramento Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561. General Partnership. 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: Marilda K. White, Partner. This statement filed on
06/25/2012. Expires 06/25/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier July 13, 20, 27 and August 3, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: M.K. Supplies (2012 - B3813) Street address of principal place of business: 6802 Farwell Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Mailing address of business: 6802 Farwell Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313. REGISTRANT: Manjit Rayat, 6802 Farwell Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313. 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: Avtar Singh. This statement filed on 06/20/2012. Expires 06/20/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern
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River Courier July 20, 27, August 3 and 10, 2012. 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. This statement filed on 07/23/2012. 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 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: Devinka S. Balasuriya. This statement filed on 07/20/2012. Expires 07/20/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier August 3, 10, 17 & 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, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier August 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2012.
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Health Insurance Matters
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Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist I have received the same forwarded Internet news from several people. It is so bogus that I had to share it with you to relieve you from a scare that Thal is totally irrelevant to the real world. The bogus information is regarding Medicare and the Part B premiums. Part B is the “Medical Benefit” part of Medicare, while “optional,” is carried by most Americans who are no longer under their employer-sponsored group health plan. Part B covers the medical expenses such as doctor office visits, laboratory, x-ray, emergency room, cost of a surgeon, anesthesiologist, etc. For 2012 the monthly premium for most Americans is $99.90. This premium is based on 25percent of the actual cost of Part B for the prior year. So Part B is actually a $400 per month benefit we pay less than $100 for. Higher income earners (more than $85,000 individual or $170,000 couple) pay more. The Internet news reads, “The per person Medicare insurance premium will increase from the present monthly fee of $96.40, rising to $104.20 in 2012; $120.20 in 2013 and $247 in 2014. These are provisions incorporated in the Obamacare Legislation, purposely delayed so as to confuse the 2012 re-election campaigns. Send this
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Continued from page 8 key business ought to bring a smile to our face, but as silly as Saul chasing the donkeys may seem to us, our own pursuits which are equally silly seem so much more important. Enter the above verse however, and we begin to distill down what is really taking place in our lives, for even the pursuits of holiness are overshadowed by the primary need
to all seniors that you know, so they will know who’s throwing them under the bus.” The authors of this scare tactic can’t even get the current year’s premium straight. It is $99.90. And, how can they tell the public what the cost will be next year and in the following year, when rates are determined late in one year for the next, when the costs of the prior year have been established? While mentioning the “Obamacare” legislation, they fail to mention that the legislation has actually been helpful to seniors. It has lowered and will almost eliminate the prescription drug “donut hole” and is providing more preventative diagnostic test benefits than ever before. If they want to pick on the legislation, they should focus on costs of the new programs, not the programs themselves. Preventative care may have a high price tag today, but if it can prevent problems in the future, the costs will be played out in lower costs in the coming years. While I use the Internet daily for information, it is always wise to check the source of the information and verify legitimacy before you blast it to others referring to it as fact. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106). He is a member of the Society of Certified Senior Advisors. Harry is on the National Assoc. of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, email harrythal@ aol.com or visit him on the web at www.harrythal.com.
Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist We have seen so many ups and downs in this Real Estate market the last few years it is hard to keep track of them all. One factor affecting real estate sales in a Freeman big way across the country is changing lending guidelines. At the end of 2008, banks basically stopped lending. Then in 2010, the Frank Dodd Bill added thousands of pages of regulations on both banks and real estate agents. It also completely changed residential real estate lending, creating a whole new bureaucracy and something called the NMLS - the National Mortgage Licensing Service - of which all loan officers and brokers now have to be a part of. Then we had a re-do of the Real Estate Settlement and Procedures Act guidelines, causing all appraisers to have to use what are supposed to be third-party appraisal management companies to guarantee fairness. This has been a big issue in the industry, because all those appraisal management companies are owned by the banks, the ones the government created the appraisal management company requirement for in the first place! A lot of appraisers have left the industry as a result of those changes and red tape. As a result appraisals now take longer
and cost much more. These two bills have done nothing but increase the cost of obtaining a mortgage and the cost to the vendors involved in the process - all in the name of reigning in unscrupulous lending practices. To be fair, some good things have come out of the extra regulations, but overall, they have made mortgages harder to get. It has also swung almost all loans to government insured products. Nationwide, FHA, VA and USDA loans account for about 80 percent of all current mortgage applications. That is up from less than 25 percent, back when the economy was hopping and conventional loans were easier to come by. The good news is that things are starting to change. Within the last year, lenders have slowly loosened their guidelines. Loans are becoming a bit easier to get. Conventional loans are becoming more available with lower down payments. Back in 2008-09, you could not even get a conventional loan with less than 20 percent down, which is why everybody had to use governmentinsured loans. Now that is starting to change. There is conventional financing out there for 5 percent down, sometimes less, depending on the strength of the buyer and the home they are buying. Interest rates are also at all-time lows. So now is a good timeto dive into the market. It is a strong buyer’s market and loans are a bit easier to get, with only five burning rings of fire instead of 10 to jump through!
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to understand and be embraced by the never ending love the Father has for us. Saul’s donkeys were ultimately found, and the work of holiness that we strive for will ultimately find its mark as well when we arrive home in our Father’s Kingdom. But as Saul’s father was more concerned about his son’s welfare, so our Heavenly Father is concerned with our welfare. He wants us to know we are loved children.
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Rhythms concerts are August 3, 10, 17 and 24. Donations will be accepted to benefit the Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation, a local nonprofit organization that provides assistance to the academic and cultural efforts of those living in the Kern River Valley. We hope to see you at River Rhythms this summer. Bring a blanket and enjoy the music. For information, contact Charlie Busch, KRVECF secretary/treasurer 760-376-4500
Body Burn, Belly & Line Dancing Zumba in Circuit, Hip Hop for Kid’s, Toddlers 4-7, 55 & Up PIYo
KRV Womans Club seeks new members The Kern River Valley Woman’s Club is searching for new members to invigorate it’s meetings and activities. The Club is philanthropic and supports many Valley activities and programs. The Club gets together monthly from September through May at the Elks’ Lodge in Wofford Heights for lunch. The Club is active and supports Valley events such as Pride Day and Whiskey Flat Days. The Club supports sholarships at Kern Valley High School and its ECHO program. For information on membership, call Jennifer Sullivan at 760-3782325 or president Marian DeMars at 760-376- 4578.
REVA calls for submissions REVA, Inc. requesting KV residents to submit their pet's stories for "REVA's 2013 Pets and Photographers of The Kern River Valley" fund raising 12 month calendar--deadline is August 15, 2012. Pets' stories chosen will allow the pet's photo taken for submission in the REVA, Inc. 2013 calendar by a professional photographer. Send story to Jesse Martinez: REVA, POB 260, Weldon, CA. 93283; or call Jesse at 760-378-3101 for more information. REVA, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax deductible public charity working to bring a non-profit, low cost spay/neuter mobile veterinary clinic to the KRV.
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Thank You! A huge thank you to: All of Denny Knight's friends that helped make the 4th Denny Knight Memorial Scholarship Saddle Roping a great day. All the hard work and support was greatly appreciated, and needed to make this scholarship a success. Many thanks to: Tony and Karen Cain for putting on the roping at their roping area in Canebrake. Without them this would not be possible. Cattle Donation: Tony Cain and The Sundance Feed Lot. Billy Kissack hauled in some of the cattle. Cattle & Arena Work: Larry Strongman for all his hard work running the chutes, steers and arena work, along with Tony Cain and Skylar McCullar. Timing tower Girls: Karen Cain, Melissa McCullar and Wynona Tipton. Cindy Alexander was also a big help running the raffle tables. Raffle Donations: Tippy and Wynona Tiptin, Deanna Steinhoff, Vicky Riley, Sandy Smith, Tom Coughlin, Michelle Larson, Jim and Dona Patterson, Jess Montgomery and Larine Cook (County Cottage Coiffures). Tack Donations: Dona Smith, Vicky Riley, Leonard and Elouise Alexander, Sandy Smith and Rodney Porterfield (Fairfax Saddle Shop). Snack Bar Workers: Vicky Riley, Jeff and Brenda Bolkam, Lori Nelson and Richard Kulp. Food Donations: The great pulled pork was donated by John and Vicky Riley, Joy Hurley (Sierra Vista Restaruant) donated the potato salad. Michelle Larson and Sandy Smith also donated items. Our Buckle Sponsors: Jay Alexander and John Riley. Last of all our Saddle Sponsors: Rocky Stone, Chase Smith, Jamy Smith, Andy and Patty Young, Bob and Kee Johnson, Tom and Robbie Evans, Jess Montgomery, Sandy Smith and John and Lissa Robinson. Thank you again for being a sponsor. If anyone was left out, I am sorry. I tried to remember everyone.
Saddle Winner This year's Saddle Winner was Louie Andreas of Weldon. Second was Tony Cain of Onyx, Third, Preston Horta of Olancha, 4th Louis Horta of Olancha, 5th Tate Nagle of Weldon.
Buckle Winners Buckle winners for fastest time: Jake Jones of Ridgecrest, Billy Kissack of Caliente.
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