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Black bear beware

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June Washburn looks out through damaged screened window that bear entered after foraging through outside trash.

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Sometime between Tuesday and Friday morning last week, June Washburn had a visitor in her Kernville home near Silver

Mine Street and Mountain Drive. A bear entered her home through a porch screen after having rummaged through her trash. Luckily, Mrs. Washburn was not there to meet the bear in person.

According to Tahoe Wild Bears .Org,

the only species of bears in California and Nevada are black bears. However, they do range in color from blonde to black, with cinnamon brown being the most common color in both states. Black bears normally avoid humans. If encountered, always leave them an escape route. Bears that are accustomed to people can become too bold and lose their fear of humans. To avoid this behavior, do not let bears become use to human sources of food.

Tahoe Wild Bears .Org also has some suggestions for bear-proofing your home.

June Washburn wants everyone to follow these suggestions. Bears are attracted to anything that is edible or that they associate with food. Take precautions by implementing the following ideas: 1. Garbage problems can be solved with the purchase and correct use of a bearproof garbage container. Save money by sharing one with a neighbor.

2. Wait to put trash out until collection day.

3. Don't leave trash, groceries, or animal feed in your car.

4. Keep garbage cans clean and deodorize them with bleach or ammonia.

5. Harvest fruit off trees as soon as it is ripe, and promptly collect fruit that falls.

6. Only provide bird feeders outside during November through March and always hang feeders so they are inaccessible to bears.

7. Keep barbecue grills clean.

8. Keep pets inside.

9. Securely block access to potential hibernation sites such as crawl spaces under decks and buildings.

10. Don't leave any scented products outside, even non-food items such as suntan lotion, insect repellant, soap or candles.

11. Keep doors and windows closed and locked. Scents can lure bears inside.

Historic lookout lost to fire U.S. Forest Special to the Courier

The Needles Fire Lookout Tower, located on the Western Divide Ranger District within the Giant Sequoia National Monument on the Sequoia National Forest was destroyed in a structure fire Thursday, July 28. "This is a tragic loss to the District," stated District Ranger Priscilla Summers. "I'm relieved the person staffing the lookout tower was able to safely evacuate the tower before it burned."

The cause of the fire is under investigation, however it was determined to be a structure fire and not in any way related to the Lion Wildland Fire currently burning in the Golden Trout Wilderness.

Firefighters are ensuring the safety of visitors by closing Forest Road 21S05 and trail 32E22 that lead to Needles Lookout, and closure of the area surrounding the rock formation where the lookout was perched. The closure area includes the formation popular for rock climbers known as "The Magician" and will remain closed until the wildland fire resulting from the burning debris has been contained and the area safe for visitors.

The lookout tower was constructed in

1937-38 by the Civilian Conservation Corps atop the rock formation at 8,245 feet. A Forest Service employee, stationed in the tower, was responsible for detecting fires and relaying radio messages to a dispatcher, who in turn sent firefighters and support equipment to extinguish the reported fire. The tower was utilized as this employee's office as well as their home for the summer months while the lookout was on duty.

Needles overlooked the Kern River Drainage, Mt. Whitney, Olancha Peak, Farewell Gap, and Dome Rock. The tower was the primary communication line for persons in the backcountry where cell phones do not work.

The Needles Lookout Tower was one of the most popular places to visit on the Western Divide Ranger District.

"The loss of this historic landmark is significant." stated Summers. "My immediate concern is for the safety of firefighters who are working to contain the Lion Wildland Fire in the Golden Trout Wilderness who have now lost one of their main lines of communication." More information will be sent out as soon as it's available regarding the cause of the fire, availability of the rock formation for visitors, and future plans.

Vol. 8 No. 27 Lake Isabella’s weekend weather Fri: Sunny, high 93.

Fri. night: Clear 63.

Sat.: Clear high 64.

Sat. night: 20% 74.

Sun.: Sunny high 94.

Sun. night: Slight Clear 65.

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Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m.

Storage, Isabella Reservoir 335,684 acre-feet.

(Peak was 361,709 ac-ft. July 15. Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway.

Current safety limit is 360,000 ac.-ft.)

Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 1,923 cfs (5-hr avg.)

Outflow, Lower Kern 2,046 cfs Borel Canal flow 554 cfs Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

U.S. forest Service photo

Fire consumes historic Needles Lookout.

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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Wofford Heights Park

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

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

Tillie Creek Live Oak

North Fork Marina Camp 9 Boulder Gulch Hungry Gulch Rich Gulch West Side

Water Ski Area

French Gulch

French Gulch Marina Pioneer Point

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Lake Isabella South Fork Recreation Area

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Old Isabella Rd Auxiliary Dam Engineer Point Paradise Cove LI Visitor Center Kissack Bay Main Dam Hospital

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South Fork Wildlife Parking Area

Southlake Map courtesy Mike Ludiker www.kernvalley.com

Kern River Valley information For recreation info

Kernville Chamber of Commerce

U.S. Forest Service

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

Kernville Office: 105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner from the museum) (760) 376-3781 (closed on weekends – go to the Kernville Chamber of Commerce office for permits) Lake Isabella office: 4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy. 155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178) (760) 379-5646

For general KRV info Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce

6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. L.I. Across from Senior Center Local: (760) 379-5236 Toll Free: (866) KRV4FUN

Emergencies - call 911 Kern Valley Hospital & Kern Valley Healthcare District

McCray and Laurel, Mt. Mesa (760) 379-2681 Kern Valley Substation

Sheriff’s Department and CHP 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd.

(760) 549-2100 Weekdays only, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Kern County fire stations are located in Kernville, Lake Isabella and Southlake. Call 911 to report a fire as there are many fire agencies.

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The Courier Calendar Hummingbird Festival at Kern River Preserve Aug. 6 The Kern River Valley has been called the “Hummingbird Viewing Capital of California.”

You can view hundreds of the colorful winged birds zipping around at the Kern River Preserve’s Hummingbird Festival on Aug. 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The preserve is located in Weldon. Look for the gate on Highway 178. Free; no reservations needed. See page 5.

Indian Community meeting in Lake Isabella Aug. 6 Kern Valley Indian Community quarterly meeting will be held on Saturday Aug. 6 at 11:00 a.m. at the Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Boulevard in Lake Isabella.

Guest speaker will be the new Site Project Coordinator for the Owens Valley Career Development Center Office in Lake Isabella, James Davis Jr. Lunch and refreshments will be provided by the Council. Please bring a dessert and a raffle item, if possible. Bring any gently used household items and clothing to share.

Wofford Heights teen center holds open house Aug. 10 Family Preservation Community Services is proud to present ETC! (Every Teen Counts!), a place for teens to come, have fun and learn independent living skills. They will be having an open house event on Wednesday, August 10 from noon to 6 p.m. ETC! is located at 6930 Wofford Blvd, across from Rogers Rentals. The phone is (760)-376-4100. The center’s hours are Monday through Friday noon to 6 p.m. They take kids in 6th-12th grades. They do art projects/crafts, games, cooking classes, life skills. They have computers, video games and pool tables. For more information call Maria or Melissa at (760) 549-3650 or (760) 3764100.

Operation Back-to-School to be held Saturday, August 13 There will be an event called Operation Back-to-School at the Lakeshore Farmer’s Market on Saturday, Aug. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The object of the event is to collect school supplies for less fortunate kids. This is our opportunity as a community to jump in and help them – and ourselves. Needed are backpacks, hand sanitizer, Ziploc bags (all sizes), disinfectant wipes, crayons, large erasers, glue sticks, markers, cellophane tape, packing tape, Expo dry erase markers, pencils (Ticonderoga only), Fiskar scissors, colored pencils, Bandaids, printer paper (for drawing), report folders with pockets, pencil boxes, Kleenex, notebook paper, highliters, construction paper, and black Sharpie fine tip markers. Remember, shop local and stimulate our local economy. For more information, call Rhonda Knight Stallone at (760) 417-0144 rhondas@mtnriver.com Amateur radio group to meet Saturday, August 13 The Sequoia Amateur Radio Group will meet on Aug. 13 at 9:30

a.m. at their new location, the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 44 Big Blue Road (Alta One Center), in Kernville. There will be a free door prize drawing and a raffle for a wireless router. Coffee and donuts are available for a small donation. The speaker from the Salvation Army will explain how ham radio interfaces with them during times of emergency.

After the meeting there will be testing for those wishing to obtain or upgrade a ham radio license. If you wish to take an examination, or desire further information, please contact Mike Higgins at 378-1028. The group meets on the second Saturday of each month.

Singer Morningsong to play return engagement Aug. 13 Noted Native American singer Shelley Morningsong and her band will be returning to the KRV

Regular activities Fridays

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

• 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, 417-2272.

• 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Alzheimers respite group meets at Vets Hall, Lake Isabella. 379-0848.

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

•10-11 a.m.- Grief Support Group, 6048 L.I.Blvd. 1st and 3rd Fridays. (661) 410-1010.

• 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - AA, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

• 11 a.m.-3p.m.- Lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394 • 1 p.m.- Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-6335.

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

• 7:30 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

Saturdays

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

• 5 p.m., Havilah Centennial Group , 1st Saturday, schoolhouse. 379-2636.

• 5-7 p.m. Dinner at Eagles open to public, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394 • 7-10 p.m.- Dam Dancers square dancing, 1st Saturday, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Sundays

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

• 9 a.m. to noon - Eagles Breakfast, open to the public. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394. *10 a.m. - Al Anon meeting for adult children, 113 Dawson Dr., WH. 376-6136.

Mondays

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

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

• 1 p.m. - Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, 3rd Monday.

• 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center.

379-0043.

• 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber, board 2nd Mon., membership 4th Mon. 376-2629.

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

• 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meets at Cerro Coso Lake Isabella. 376-4461.

• 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844.

• 7 p.m. - AA meeting, 113 Dawson Dr., WH. 376-6136.

• 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon, KV Hosp Cafe. 760379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

Tuesdays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 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, LI. 379-2556.

• 10 a.m. Kern Valley Garden Group, 2nd Tues. 379-1129.

• 12:30 p.m. Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Heights. 376-4249.

• 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 376-2189.

• 6 p.m. - LI-Bodfish Prop. Owners meet at Senior Center. 2nd Tues. (760) 379-1830.

• 6:30 p.m. Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield, 2nd Tues. 376-1606.

• 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets,

on Aug. 13 for a show at 2 p.m. at the Reel Cinema in Wofford Heights. Ticket prices will be announced.

Tribal TANF Back to School Party Aug. 12 Friday August 12 from 2 pm to 6 pm at the South Fork Middle School is our annual Back-ToSchool night, with a book fair, family swim, and pizza dinner open to all TANF clients and non-TANF children/families who have participated in 90% of our Prevention Programs during the 2010-2011 school year.

Sweet Adelines to put on Ice Cream Social Aug. 13 The Kern Valley Chapter of Sweet Adelines will celebrate their 39th anniversary with an

See EVENTS, Page 12 Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.

Wednesdays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Sen. Ctr., 6407 Lk. Isabella Blvd., 379-5831.

•9 -11:30 a.m., Dam Quilters, senior apts behind Vons, 1st & 3rd Wed. 661-867-1603.

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

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

• Noon- KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, El Portal II. 2nd Wed, 379-5236.

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

• 12:30 p.m. - Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge Mt. Mesa, 376-4249.

• 1- 2:30 p.m. - Alzheimers Caregiver Support Group, Vets Hall, Lake Isabella, 1st Wed. 379-0848.

• 1:30 - 3 p.m. Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504E L.I. Blvd.

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

• 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake Isabella Sr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., 3rd Wed. 379-5086.

• 7 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed. • 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.- Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella dining rm., live band.

• 7 p.m. Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts, 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

• 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.

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

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

• 9 a.m. to noon - Thursday Painters, Community Room, Senior Center, 379-5329.

• 9:30 a.m. - Fire Safe Council, Supervisor McQuiston’s office, Lake Isabella. 3rd Thurs.

• 9:30 a.m. - Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Room 1. 2nd Thurs. For women.

• 11:45 a.m. - KRV Woman’s Club meets, Elks Lodge 4th Thurs. (some exceptions).

• Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.

• 1 p.m.- Clan Diggers meet at the Lake Isabella Library. 2nd Thurs. 379-2303.

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

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

379-3877.

• 5 p.m.- Republicans of Kern Valley meet 3rd Thurs. at Moose Lodge. 378-3602.

• 6 p.m. - Rotary Club meets, Ewing’s restaurant, Kernville.

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

• 7 p.m.- Kern Valley Astronomy Club, museum, Kernville. 3rd Thurs. 376-1291.

• 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon KV Hospital, Mt. Mesa.

760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

Bingo Guide Friday, noon, Eagles Bingo, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa Saturday, noon, South Fork Woman’s Club Bingo, Fay Ranch Rd., Weldon Sunday, 1 p.m.. Moose Bingo, Moose lodge, Lake Isabella Blvd.

Wednesday, 1 p.m - Senior Center Bingo, Lake Isabella.

Thursday, Early Bird 12:15-Regular 1 p.m.

St. Jude Bingo, Hwy 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information, or meeting times have changed. All area codes are 760 unless otherwise noted.

Published Fridays Spotlighting the best of the Kern River Valley Publisher Michael Batelaan Editors, Writers Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker, Mike Devich Columnists Mike Mencarini Rod Middleworth Matt Freeman Bodfish Bob Ron Bolyard Jack Duitsman California Joe Richard Rowe Clarence Semonious Harry Thal Photographers Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker Contributing Photographers Murdoc Douglas, Jack Robson, Mike Devich, Frances Bowman Ad Production Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker Advertising Sales Valerie Minoux, Sara Wakeman Business Office Sara Wakeman Advertising policies Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. Cancellations or rejection shall not preclude payment on similar advertising previously run. The Kern River Courier is not liable for errors in copy or an advertisement beyond the cost of the actual space occupied by the error. Publisher reserves the right to place the word “advertisement” on any ad copy that appears to resemble editorial matter.

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Mariska to do all 22 episodes

Stands out among the rest

By Cindy Elavsky

series, and Steven himself will serve as producer.

CORRECTION: It was recently Q: I really love MTV's new reported in this column (as well as teen comedy, "Awkward." The many other entertainment columns) actor who plays Matty looks that Mariska Hargitay really familiar. Can you would be in only 13 tell me what else I might episodes of this coming have seen him in recentseason's "Law and Order: ly? -- Cara D., via e-mail SVU." Well, I am happy to A: Beau Mirchoff, 21, amend that report with plays Matty, the nice-guy news from the Big Guy jock with a heart -- and it himself: Showrunner and appears he also has a thing executive producer for our heroine, Jenna. You Warren Leight contacted might remember Beau from me to dispel the rumor. He "Heartland," or from his told me: "Mariska will be Mariska Hargitay turn as Drea de Matteo's in all 22 'SVU' episodes son on "Desperate this season. Rumor she is Housewives." leaving at 13 just wrong." With Of his year on "DH," Beau told Christopher Meloni's Detective me: "I learned so much from all the Stabler leaving, it's a relief to learn people on that set. They are pros, and Mariska's Detective Benson will be they know what they're doing. sticking around.

Playing a teen on "Awkward" has Q: It seems like every other Beau remembering his own awkyear, there is a rumor that ward time in high school: "Jurassic Park 4" is going to "Everything seems like such a dire made. But so far, no movie. Will situation. Like it's the last time you'll it ever happen? -- Paul G., Miami be able to do something. Or it's the A: All signs point to "yes." end of the world if you can't go out Producer/director Steven Spielberg with that girl. But it's really not, and told a crowd of enthusiastic sci-fi fans it's so insignificant looking back. at last month's San Diego ComicWrite to Cindy at King Features Con fan convention that there will be Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, another "Jurassic Park," and it might Orlando, FL 32853-6475; or e-mail be only two to three years away. her at letters@cindyelavsky.com.

Steven said that he has a story and a screenwriter ready to go for the © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc. fourth movie of the dinosaur-clone

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob Scoop inside out leaving a boat.

Cook meat, drain, add zucchini from inside of zucchini and all other ingredients. Toss and fill boat. Sprinkle top with rest of cheeses.

Bake 350 degrees approximately 45 minutes or until zucchini boat is tender. Easy to increase recipe from 4 to 40 boats. You can't make a bad one. Serves 2 to 4.

Bodfish Bob's Crockpot Bar-B-Q

Bodfish Bob's Zucchini Boats 2 zucchini, about 6 to 7 inches long 1/4 lb. Bulk sausage or lean ground beef 1 slice whole grain bread, crumbled 1 tsp. Instant onion 2 tsp. Parsley flakes 1/8 tsp. Garlic powder 1/8 tsp. Red hot pepper sauce 1 egg 1/2 c. Shredded cheddar cheese, divided 3 tbsp. Parmesan cheese, divided Wash and trim ends of zucchini. Cut in half lengthwise.

1 1/2 pounds small beef cubes 1 1/2 pounds small pork cubes 2 c chopped onions 1/4 c chopped green pepper 1 can (6-oz) tomato paste 1/2 c brown sugar 1/4 c vinegar 1 t salt 2 t Worcestershire sauce 1 t dry mustard Combine all ingredients in crockpot.

Cover and cook on low 12 hrs or high 6 hrs.

Stir and serve.

Visit Bodfish Bob on the Web at www.bodfishbob.com. You can write to him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com

Previews of new DVDs

by Sam Struckhoff

lows the trials of Andy, a fairly typical 12-year-old boy, as he sets his sights on his first crush.

New DVDs reviewed in this When wise, compassionate column will be available in stores eighth-grade teacher, Mr. Simon the week of Aug. 15.

(Ed Harris) pairs Andy with the class reject -- a Pifcks of The Week lanky, awkward red"Jane Eyre" (PG-13) -haired boy called "BigA young woman in G," lessons are learned Victorian England, plain all around. in appearance, leaves a It's a touching family troubled past behind movie that is nothing and finds herself in the short of a full-on suremploy of a charming prise from World and complicated man.

Wrestling It's another in a long Entertainment Jeff Bridges series of adaptations of Productions. You may Charlotte Bronte's novel, and recognize a wrestler trying on a this one stands out among the dramatic role, and holding it up rest. well enough. But Harris does the The pace of the film is handled real heavy lifting, as he puts with care, but keeps in mind that even-handed wisdom in a suplex motion pictures just don't have and breaks a chair over the head time like novels do. The story has of adolescent issues. quite a few twists and turns as More Releases the tides change for the protagonist, yet the film still takes the "Hoodwinked Too: Hood vs. necessary time to get every drop Evil" (PG) out of the astounding scenery "No Eres Tu, Soy Yo" (PG-13) and the smoldering performanc"Something Borrowed" es of Mia Wasikowska and (PG-13) Michael Fassbender.

"The Conspirator" (PG-13) "Dexter: The Fifth Season" "That's What I Am" (PG) -"Must Love Cats" This coming-of-age dramedy set "Paranormal State: Season 5" in mid-'60s America tackles "Voltron: The Legend Begins" issues of tolerance, determina© 2011 King Features Synd., Inc. tion and principles. The story fol-

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Rufous, even adult males, except during banding sessions).

Costa's and Calliope are more numerous at feeders in the desert (Costa's) and montane (Calliope) regions of the Kern River Valley watershed. Allen's pass through in small numbers the latter third of June through the middle of August. The Kern River Valley has less than five records each of Broad-billed and Broad-tailed Hummingbirds.

The Kern River Valley "Hummingbird Viewing Capital of California" feeders are up March through mid-October Schedule of Activities Free - no reservations are needed although, but we need your help to keep the Hummingbird Celebration self-sustaining. Please make donations at free events as you are able.

8:00 a.m. Feeding Hummingbirds A short lesson in hummingbird feeder maintenance and a recipe for hummingbird food.

8:30 a.m. Bird Walk Learn about the preserve's birds and other summer residents.

9:30 a.m. Nature Walk through the Headquarters Learn about the hummingbirds, butterflies and dragonflies and other animals that can be seen around the preserve.

10 a.m. Hummingbird Identification Workshop: Outdoor Presentation on how to tell our local hummingbirds apart.

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Hummingbirds A short lesson in hummingbird feeder maintenance and a recipe for hummingbird food.

Outdoor Activity Information For your comfort, we suggest bringing water, snacks, a hat, sun screen, insect repellent, and sturdy shoes. There are no food vendors at the preserve so participants should bring lunch and drinks for the day.

Fees/Registration - This event is free although we suggest a $10.00 donation per adult to help defray the cost of feeding all of the birds at the Kern River Preserve.

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Our downtown location is easy and convenient for our guests to explore the restaurants and shops.

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11:30 a.m. Hummingbird Gardening Lesson in what plants attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

12 Noon No-host Picnic Lunch In the Headquarters Area. Join naturalists by the hummingbird feeders with your picnic lunch to view the hummingbirds.

12:30 p.m.

Nature Walk through the Headquarters Learn about the hummingbirds, butterflies and dragonflies and other animals that can be seen around the preserve.

1:15 p.m. Feeding

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The Kern River Preserve headquarters is the site for the annual Hummingbird Celebration Saturday August 6, 2011 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The number of hummingbirds may be down again this year due to a late cold spring, but spirits are flying high for this years event.

Learn about hummingbirds as the numbers rebound in time for the festival. Many staff and volunteers have put together this free event with its many workshops.

The amazing corps of volunteers are to thank for filling the feeders every day: Birdie Foster, Gordon & Chris Hancock, Maria Garcia, Martine Metzenheim, Bob Showers, Cloe Kennedy, Darrell Barnes and Marya Miller, and Gerry Tessman.

Hummingbird numbers increase steadily at the Kern River Preserve hummingbird feeders from June until late-August.

Black-chinned Hummingbird numbers decline throughout August. Allen's and Rufous numbers peak the third week of August.

Six hummingbird species are possible at the Kern River Preserve feeders in July, August, & early September with over one thousand hummingbirds present some days: Black-chinned (numbers decrease from July through early September), Anna's, Costa's (low numbers), Calliope (rarely), Rufous (peak numbers in late August & early September), and Allen's (virtually impossible to separate from

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You sometimes go to extremes to prove a point. But this time, you won't have to. Supporters are ready, falling over themselves to help you make your case.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Venus might be your ruling planet, but Mars is in the picture as well. So don't be surprised if your romantic relationships are a bit rocky at this time. But they'll soon smooth over.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Geminis might rush into romance and risk being wrong about someone rather than be left with no one. But this is one time when it's wiser to be wary of where your heart takes you.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) With all (or most) of those pesky problems behind you, take time for your family and friends. Travel aspects are favored, with long-distance journeys high on the list.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You might have started to question the wisdom of being open with someone you hoped you could trust. But be assured you won't be disappointed. You'll soon hear good news.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You have a reputation for honesty and integrity, and that will help turn around a situation that was not only disappointing but also quite unfair. Good luck.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A happy

event creates a closer tie with a family member who seemed hopelessly estranged. Positive aspects also dominate in important career matters.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your ruling planet, Pluto, helps you adjust to change. So, stop putting off that long-delayed move, and make it with the assurance that you're doing the right thing.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) You have a wonderful capacity to learn quickly and well. This will help you when you are faced with an opportunity to move on to a new path in life.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Good news: You suddenly find that you're not facing that new challenge alone. You now have someone at your side, ready to offer whatever support you might need.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Your versatility -- which is just one of those aspects of yourself that make you so special -- helps you adapt to the challenges of a new and exciting opportunity.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your sensitive nature picks up on the needs of others. But what about your desires? You need to take more time to assess what your goals are and, if necessary, redirect them.

BORN THIS WEEK: You give your trust openly and easily. People find you easy to be with and enjoy your wit, your good sense, and your capacity to love and be loved. © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

Trivia Test

By Fifi Rodriguez 1. HISTORY: What was the name of the Roman general who captured Jerusalem in 70 A.D.?

2. ARCHITECTURE: Who came up with the first design of the U.S. Capitol Building?

3. LITERATURE: In what town was writer Mark Twain born?

4. TELEVISION: Who was Tom Hanks' male costar on the comedy show "Bosom Buddies"?

5. MOVIES: Who was the male lead in the movie "American Beauty"?

6. SCIENCE: Tectonics is a field of what sci ence?

7. INVENTIONS: In what decade was the microwave oven invented?

Answers:

1. Titus 2. William Thornton 3. Florida, Missouri 4. Peter Scolari 5. Kevin Spacey 6. Geology 7. 1940s

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Friday, August 5, 2011

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Announcements MT. MESA EAGLES LADIES AUXILIARY presents Entertainment & Much More! Tailgate Party Fri. 8/12 @ 7pm and Deep Pit BBQ on Sat. 8/13 @ 5pm

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Pay no down & $760 "take home increasing" tax deduction, $220K loan, 30 yrs, 9% APR. Need "ok to lender /us" extra collateral to buy no down. Or you need no extra collateral if you pay $20K cash down & payment drops to $691 on $200K loan. Pay biweekly, each 2 wks. The profit of $10K or more is guaranteed by us promising we buy it back anytime you want to sell, at price $10K more than price you pd.

After you 12 yrs on time. Worth $283K. Your price $220K. Seller Equity 1-Loans, 661-330-2222 _________________________ OWNER HAS NEW HOME MUST SELL / WILL CARRY Awesome 2/1 manufactured home in small park surrounded by nature, mtn & lake views.

Reduced to $9,900! Pets allowed, space rent only $250 & inclds water, trash. Call Wade Cook, C21-Lake Isabella Realty, Inc., (760) 299-3060, #01728605

Yard Sale KERNVILLE YARD SALE Aug 5-7, 14 Alder Ct. 8-?

Items: Auto, cement, electric, boat, fishin, oak flooring, patio chairs, antiques, plants, luggage

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Wanted REWARD ALWAYS BUYING original art, bronzes, sculptures, paintings, Indian items, antiques, saloon, Civil War, old advertising, art pottery & more. HIGHEST PRICES PAID. Over 22 years exp. WE SELL TOO! Open daily. Ghost Town Relics @ Silver City Ghost Town 760-379-5146 _________________________

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Submit resume no later than 11:59 am on Fri. Aug 19, 2011 to Eastern Kern County RCD, 300 South Richmond Rd. Ridgecrest, CA 93555. For add'l info, contact: Donna Thomas ekcrcd@ iwvisp.com or awyatt@ridgenet .net / Jennifer Venola, Clerk, ekcrcd@iwvisp.com or redswan321@gmail.com Application pkg is avail @ 300 So. Richmond Rd., Ridgecrest.

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Things I Have Noticed...

Those !#@? tomatoes

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Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

TWICE THE FUN 4-month old twin Cockapoos, male & female, will grow to about 15 lbs. Soft, wavy, non-shedding coats. Shots, wormed. $500 OBO to approved home for the pair. Call 760-376-7772

MIXED BREED PUPPY Male, will grow to about 12 lbs. sweet disposition, shots, wormed. $100 OBO to approved home.

Call Kristi, 760-376-7772

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A few weeks ago I decided to again plant tomatoes -- even after remembering about last year's bumper crop which I could not give more than half of away.

I'd tried everything, even leaving a bag of them on strangers' porchMiddleworth es, ringing the doorbell and scampering into the darkness. (You have to be careful when you do that; people have and use shotguns up here.)

We canned tomatoes, made tomato paste, made salsa, fried them, stewed them, ate scads of tomato and lettuce sandwiches and still they kept growing. My big mistake was buying eight plants (well, they were very small) and guessing on what the per acre bushel count would be.

They grew like weeds and eventually covered the steps to my garage.

We lost friends because of our insistence in giving them several bags of the red fruit. After the harvest was over and the last tomato was gone I swore I would never plant again.

Well, time is a great healer and when the season rolled around this year, I felt that if I kept tomato plants to a minimum I could grow enough

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for us and a few of the friends we had left. And so I did.

I went to a local nursery and picked four sturdy looking plants, which I estimated would give less than half of what I grew last year. I planted them and they began to grow. And grow, and grow. I started to panic -- would this year be a repeat of last year's fiasco?

If the size of the growing plants (huge) had anything to do with the number of tomatoes I was going to have, I was prepared to leave the Valley.

Well, I need not have worried. The plants were gigantic but only a few blossoms are visible. Now I am worrying that I will have but a puny few for just the family. To date, the bushes are over 5 feet high and growing.

I have added fertilizer, kept them watered, played music from an iPod and have even talked to them. But my tomato crop is a bust.

Nearby neighbors are breathing sighs of relief as it has become apparent that I will not be leaving midnight offerings at their doorsteps. Peace has descended into the neighborhood and folks are once again talking to us.

Although, as I am writing this I have noticed a bunch of new blossoms. Do you suppose...?

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Obituary notice

Health Insurance Matters

Kenneth Earl Bates August 2, 1936 - July 30, 2011 Kenny was born in Beaver, Pennsylvania on August 2, 1936.

He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years Judy, 3 Sons Michael (Debra) Bates, Daniel A. Bates, Matthew (Windy) Bates, 1 Daughter Theresa M. Hegner and 5 Grandchildren Stephen M. Bates, Jessica M. Bates, Thomas G. Hegner, Amanda R. Hutton and Mary E. Hutton, 1 Sister Eunice (Gene) McKenna, and numerous nieces and nephews and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Colleen Bates Hutton on June 1, 2011, his parents Earl and Laura Bates, and brothers Francis and Earl Bates Jr. Kenny came to the Valley in June 1988 when he married Judy. He was proud of many things in his life; his time serving his country as a United States Marine, "Truly once a Marine, always a Marine," his accomplishments in the culinary field as an Executive Chef, working at Camp Owens, sharing with the boys some of his skills and how many truly good ways to go in life, spoiling the other counselors with his fabulous Sunday morning omelet breakfasts, his time cooking and serving fantastic meals at the Elks Lodge and of course, the many wonderful hours spent preparing meals at the VFW and the fellowship he had with the members and families.

He enjoyed traveling with Judy and the groups she escorted all around the world. Their trips to visit family and friends gave him many wonderful memories.

He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Wofford Heights and services are pending.

"Day is done, gone the sun, from the lake, from the hill, from the sky. All is well, safely rest, God is nigh. Thanks and praise, for our days, neath the sun, neath the stars, neath the sky. AS we go, this we know. God is nigh."

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IRS Increases 2011 HSA Limits Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist

Many Americans have chosen to purchase "High Deductible Health Insurance Plans" (HDHP) in an effort to keep their monthly premium costs to a minimum.

These plans are unique in that they do not cover any medical or prescription costs until the deductible has been satisfied. Once the deductible has been met, then the insurance plan pays a Harry Thal percentage of the bills ranging from about 70% all the way up to covering 100% of allowable charges when using participating physicians.

The deductibles and out of pocket maximums the insurance companies may charge are regulated by the IRS and vary depending on the plan purchased as well as the insurance company offering the plans.

After working a lifetime, it is sad to see that one major medical issue, either accident or natural, can wipe out a lifetime of retirement savings or the prospects of paying for a higher education.

To encourage these types of financial vehicles, the Federal government has a law in which people can set aside in a separate bank savings account, monies to assist in meeting the "high" deductible of these type policies. They are known as "Health Savings Accounts" or "HSA" for short.

Each insurance company typically

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has a bank they are affiliated with to facilitate the account, or the consumer may establish an HSA account with any other financial institution offering these accounts. Also, the interest paid on the accounts is very low and many banks do charge a small maintenance fee. On the positive side, each HSA deposit made into the account is treated as a medical expense by the IRS, making the contributions to your savings account tax deductible.

Each year the IRS establishes a maximum contribution allowed to be placed into these accounts. Many high income wage earners will maximize these as an additional way to tuck away dollars from taxation.

The Internal Revenue Service has just announced the HSA Limit 2012 inflation adjusted deduction limitations for annual contributions made to an HSA. The notice makes changes to: Annual contribution limitations for single and family coverage; and changes for maximum out-of-pocket employee expense for single and family coverage under a high deductible health plan.

For individual and families with ever tightening budgets, the HSA is a great way to lower the monthly premiums, while still protecting yourself from a catastrophic medical issue.

Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker. He is President of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters and is on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, e-mail harrythal@aol.com or visit him on the web at www.harrythal.com

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Garden Community Fellowship (2011 B4147) Street address of principal place of business: 1789 Bodfish Canyon Road, Bodfish, CA 93205. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 429, Bodfish, CA 93205. REGISTRANT: Assembly of God of Harbor City, 25401 South Western Avenue, Lomita, CA 90717. F - Corporation. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Phillip E. Burgess, Senior Pastor. This statement filed on 07/07/2011. Expires 07/07/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk.

By M. Medina.

Published by the Kern River Courier July 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 2011.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE In compliance with California Business and Professions Code, Sections 21700 through 21716, and California Civil Code, Section 1988, notice is hereby given that property consisting of household goods, furnishings, tools, personal effects and/or miscellaneous items, stored by Corey Kates in storage unit #4, at Stagecoach Mini Storage will be sold to the highest bidder for cash on August 8, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. at Stagecoach Mini Storage, 3833 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Bodfish, CA 93205.

This property will be sold unless reclaimed by the above or any person(s) having a perfected security interest in the property by paying the amount of the lien prior to August 8, 2011 (Pub. Kern River Courier 7/29/2011 and 8/5/2011) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: SA Recycling (2011 - B3919) Street address of principal place of business: 1643 Glenwood Street, Delano, CA 93215. Mailing address of business: 3200 East Frontera Street, Anaheim, CA 92806. REGISTRANT: SA Recycling, LLC, 3200 East Frontera Street, Anaheim, CA 92806. D - Limited Liability Company. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: George Adams, President/CEO. This statement filed on 06/23/2011.

Expires 06/23/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier July 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Del Taco 1082 (2011 - B3795) Street address of principal place of business: 5941 South Dennis McCarthy Drive, Lebec, CA 93243. Mailing address of business: 1040 North Benson Avenue, Upland, CA 91786. REGISTRANT: QuickBites, Inc., 1040 North Benson Avenue, Upland, CA 91786. F -

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Corporation. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Ayed Y. Ireifej, Secretary/Treasurer. This statement filed on 06/16/2011. Expires 06/16/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza.

Published by the Kern River Courier July 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Central California Blues (2011 - B4442) Street address of principal place of business: 3403 Culver Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 70747, Bakersfield, CA 93387.

REGISTRANT: Central California Aztecs, 3403 Culver Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. F - Corporation. Date the business commenced: 10/04/2007.

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: Meg Conlon, Vice President.

This statement filed on 07/20/2011.

Expires 07/20/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier July 22, 29, August 5 and 12, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Dad's Jerky & Sausage Company, LLC (2011 - B4154) Street address of principal place of business: 3708 Flicker Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240.

Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 223, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Dad's Jerky & Sausage Company, LLC, 3708 Flicker Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. D - Limited Liability Company. Date the business commenced: 06/09/2006. 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: Melissa Whittier. This statement filed on 07/07/2011.

Expires 07/07/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. DiPrima. Published by the Kern River Courier July 22, 29, August 5 and 12, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Larry Scheer Field Service (2011 -

B4068) Street address of principal place of business: 4048 Marriot Street, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 607 Jasmine Park Drive, Unit 4, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Larry Scheer, 607 Jasmin Park Drive, Unit 4, Bakersfield, CA 93312.

A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 01/01/1979. 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: Larry Scheer. This statement filed on 06/30/2011.

Expires 06/30/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By V. Zuniga. Published by the Kern River Courier July 22, 29, August 5 and 12, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Neil Millikin's Apollonia Dental Centers (2011 - B4245) Street address of principal place of business: 1509 Hazelmere Court, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 1509 Hazelmere Court, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANT: Neil Millikin D.D.S., Inc., 1509 Hazelmere Court, Bakersfield, CA 93311. F - Corporation. Date the business commenced: 11/30/1999. 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: Neil Millikin, President. This statement filed on 07/11/2011. Expires 07/11/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier July 22, 29, August 5 and 12, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Nord Landscape (2011 - B4031) Street address of principal place of business: 2828 Henry Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93308-5706. Mailing address of business: 2828 Henry Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93308-5706.

REGISTRANT: Landscape Solutions Group, Inc., 2828 Henry Lane, Bakersfield, CA 933085706. F - Corporation. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Timothy F. Nord, President.

This statement filed on 06/29/2011.

Expires 06/29/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Medina. Published by the

Kern River Courier July 22, 29, August 5 and 12, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Spectrum Filmworks (2011 - B4221) Street address of principal place of business: 3408 Chester Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: 3408 Chester Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

REGISTRANT: Michael Freeman, 3408 Chester Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93309. A - Individual.

Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Michael Freeman. This statement filed on 07/11/2011. Expires 07/11/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier July 22, 29, August 5 and 12, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Voice Fabrik (2011 - B4077), DBA #2: Voice Fabric (2011 - B4078). Street address of principal place of business: 4450 California Avenue, Suite K #250, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: 4450 California Avenue, Suite K #250, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

REGISTRANTS: Ben Stinson, 1827 Chevy Chase Way, Bakersfield, CA 93305; Tim Davis, 4401 Fruitvale Avenue, #106, Bakersfield, CA 93308; Daniel Morgan, 13507 Providence Place, Bakersfield, CA 93314; Adam Clements, 3511 Squire Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

B - General Partnership. Date the business commenced: 06/30/2011. 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: Ben Stinson. This statement filed on 07/01/2011.

Expires 07/01/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier July 22, 29, August 5 and 12, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 11-2154 - APN: 252161-13 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11-07-2000.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On August 24, 2011 at 11:00 am, Advanced Reconveyance, Inc., a California Corporation as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust recorded 12-12-2000, as Inst. No. 0200158029 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Kern County, State of California, Executed by Warren McLaughlin and Suzanne McLaughlin, Husband and Wife as Joint Tenants, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION

TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) at: The main entrance to the Wanda Kirk Library, 3611 Rosamond Blvd., Rosamond, CA 93560. All CASHIER'S CHECKS MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO ADVANCED RECONVEYANCE, INC. All rights, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3150 Tardito Lane, Rosamond, CA 93560. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said Sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated cost, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $32,272.62. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Date: July 20, 2011. Advanced Reconveyance, Inc., As Trustee. 43545 17th Street W., Ste 503, Lancaster, CA 93534, 661-945-5525, Vickie Durham, Trustee Sale Officer (Published by the Kern River Courier July 29, August 5 and 12, 2011) SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA County of Los Angeles SUMMONS Case Number: BC456517 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): YOHANNES TESFAYE, an individual, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): DCFS TRUST, A Delaware Business Trust.

NOTICE: You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away.

If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service.

If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program.

You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case.

The court's lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a contin-

uación. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una liamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayude de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direción de la corte es):Los Angeles County Superior Court, 111 North Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

The name, address and telephone number of plaintiff's attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direción y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Rebecca A. Caley, SBN 131997; Tina M. Starr, SBN 231309, (714) 529-1400, (714) 529-1515, CALEY & ASSOCIATES, 265 South Randolph Avenue, Suite 270 Brea, CA 92821 DATE (Fecha): March 3, 2011, John A. Clarke, Clerk (Secretano), Mary Flores, Deputy (Adjunto) (Published Kern River Courier, July 29, August 5, 12 and 19, 2011) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: All Pilot Car Service (2011 - B4259) Street address of principal place of business: 2901 Worthington Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address of business: 2901 Worthington Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308.

REGISTRANTS: Jamie Gonzalez, 2901 Worthington Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308 and Ruben Gonzalez, 2901 Worthington Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. B - General Partnership. Date the business commenced: 10/26/2006.

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: Jamie Gonzalez. This statement filed on 07/12/2011.

Expires 07/12/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier July 29, August 5, 12 and 19, 2011.

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EVENTS continued from page 3 all-you-can-eat ice cream social on Saturday Aug. 13 at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella at 6 p.m, and present a one-act musical play by Sandi Johnstone, “The Telegram.” Tickets are on sale in Kernville at Cheryl's Diner or in Lake Isabella at Nelda's Diner, Curly Tom's and Dr. Hyer’s office or from any Sweet Adeline. More info Cheryl at 760-3764124 or www.kernvalleychapter.com.

First Spay Day to be held Aug. 20 in Lake Isabella The first of two free Spay Days will be held the Vons parking lot in Lake Isabella on Saturday, Aug. 20. All of the reservations have been taken in this day-long event sponsored by Los Angeles-based Basic Needs Foundation, but in case donations have made more appointments available, call 1-888-504-7729.

To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, just send the information to us by e-mail. You may also submit on paper, either in person or by mail (our addresses are on page 2). Must be received by Tuesday at 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. They’ll be printed in chronological order by event date. Submitted items deemed entirely or mostly advertising for a business will not be accepted. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or www.kernvalley.com

T N-EA A C -YO U E A M A L LI C E C R L I V E AU CTION OW E SH G A ST LAKE ISABELLA SENIOR CENTER August 13 at6:00pm PRE-EVENT TICKETS $8.00 At the door $10:00 Children (under 12) $5.00 Under 5 Free Get your tickets at: Cheryl’s Diner • Neldas Diner or from your favorite Sweet Adeline

Friday, August 5, 2011

California Joe’s Storytelling Corner

Legend James Beckworth California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist

By the time the first covered wagons rolled West, the legend of black mountain man James Beckwourth was already larger than life.

Beckwourth was the son of American Revolutionary War veteran Sir Jennings Beckwith and a mulatto slave. Around 1810, Sir Beckwith moved his family and slaves to Louisiana Territory, near St. Louis. In 1812 James was apprenticed to a blacksmith, but around 1817, he ran away to become a professional hunter.

In 1822, he joined a popular rush to the Fever River lead mines. After amassing a fortune of $700 in 18 months, he went home.

In the summer of 1824, he saw the famous ad placed by General William Ashley, and his life was permanently changed.

Beckwourth was hired to perform a variety of tasks for the Rocky Mountain Fur Company, including blacksmith and assistant to Ashley.

At the rendezvous of 1828, trapper Caleb Greenwood played a practical joke. He told Crow Chief Big Bowl that Jim was his missing child who had been stolen by the Cheyennes and raised by the whites. The mother of the long-

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lost son appeared, searching for a distinguishing mark. Beckwourth stood motionless as the woman spotted a mole over his left eye, and whooped with delight.

Welcomed into the family with all honors, the rugged mountain man received clothes and his choice of three beautiful sisters for a bride.

For six years, Jim Beckwourth was a Crow living in the Montana lands they called Absaroka, all the while drawing checks from the American Fur Co. He took seven wives during that time and rose in the ranks of the tribe to become a war chief.

John C. Fremont wrote about encountering Beckwourth in 1842.

In 1849, during the Mexican War, Beckwourth carried messages for Gen. Stephen Kearny.

Beckwourth joined the Crow for a hunting party in 1866. He never returned. Some accounts say he simply became ill; others suggest he probably died of food poisoning after a feast of dog. His body was placed in a tree. His spirit was remembered as that of a great warrior.

For years, Beckwourth’s legacy was that of “a gaudy liar.” Though Beckwourth surely embellished at times, historians now think there was more truth to his adventures than was originally believed.

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