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A crowd listens as names of loved ones are called off during a “Light Up A Life” ceremony. This one was held at the Lodge at Painted Rock in Lake Isabella, sponsored by Optimal Hospice.

Helpful info turns up in meeting for teenagers Kern River Courier

A Dec. 2 meeting scheduled to address the issue of suicide among troubled teens brought some helpful information about something that many young people are having a tough time avoiding in their lives, and that is drugs.

Some of the panel of experts at the meeting said that parents need to learn some of the warning signs that their kids may be experimenting with dangerous substances.

Greg Davis, a Physician's Assistant at the Rural Health Clinic, spoke about huffing, the practice of taking a chemical and inhaling it usually with a rag, bag or even a sweatshirt. He said the chemicals are easily obtained – paint, gasoline, white out, felt markers, even cologne. He also stressed locking up prescription drugs, because kids are taking them without even knowing what they are to see if they can get high. He said if you have old drugs that you need to get rid of, the Rural Health Clinic is set up to take them for you to have them disposed of properly.

Dr. Elisa Nevius, a local psychologist in private practice, said the average way a child uses drugs is with experimentation with alcohol and tobacco at around age 11, and then to marijuana at around age 14. She said it is not addiction until it is to the point where they have to have the drug, but it is quicker for a young person to become addicted than an adult who starts to use substances later in life. She said the process leading to addiction is the hunt to get that original feeling of euphoria, which fades, and other drugs are tried to see if that feeling can be recaptured. She said the causes can range from boredom, easy access, a need for escape or way to cope, or self-medicating to relieve depression or anxiety.

Nevius recommends that young people think of "reasons why you don't want to do this anymore. And think about the long-

term consequences of the brain.

Focus on your life goals, then set a date to quit. Deal with your feelings: run, talk, exercise, relaxing, journal writing. Reward yourself when you do a good job."

Vol. 7 No. 45

Cal Water rate hike approved

Fri: Sunny, high 65.

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Sat.: Sunny, high 64.

The water rate increase that Cal Water filed for last year was approved last week by the California Public Utilities Commission. Effective Jan. 1, the average Cal Water residential customer in the Kern River Valley using 13 Ccf per month will see an increase of $12.23 monthly. Smaller, inflation-type increases will follow in 2012 and 2013.

Cal Water is required by the CPUC to file for a General Rate Case (GRC) every three years. The next GRC is scheduled to be filed in July of 2012 with rates effective in January 2014.

The local office says that the additional funds generated by the increase will allow them to make more water system improvements, such as water main replacements and installation of water treatment facilities.

Help may be available for water customers who are having a hard time coping with increasing costs.

"We recognize that some of our customers are struggling in this tough economy,“ said Cal Water’s President and CEO, Peter C. Nelson. “To help our customers, we provide a range of conservation programs that can lower their water bills, and for qualified customers, we also offer a low-income rate assistance program," he said.

Smoke to be seen in valley Valley residents can expect to see smoke in the valley soon as Forest Service fire crews work on the Bowman-Luxton Hazardous Fuels Reduction Project in Kernville, and Kern County Fire Department crews work on controlled burns as well. County Fire will be conducting controlled burns in Alta Sierra, Bodfish and Kernville. This is to help create defensible space this coming spring and summer.

Sat. night: Mostly clear, low 39.

Sun.: Sunny, high 69.

Sun. night: Clear, low 42.

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Fishing is really looking up, says Mike Mencarini.

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A local man savors his time in the valley, natural wonders.

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All I want for Christmas is some more love, said little Sally.

What are Scotch Eggs? Find out in the Cooking For Dummies column.

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

Photo submitted by KRV Chamber of Commerce

Boat to be awarded in Derby A fully-equipped fishing boat will be just one of the many prizes in the upcoming $200,000 Isabella Lake Fishing Derby.

The 2011 Isabella Lake Fishing Derby will be held on April 16, 17 and 18. With three loads of trout delivered to Isabella Lake this past week, the work is underway. These trout will be fed daily by a dedicated group of volunteers from the Kern Valley Fish & Game Habitat Club and the local community.

As the largest amateur trout fishing derby in the country, offering over $200,000 in prizes, many local and

Fri. night: Mostly clear, low 36.

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This boat, from Galey’s Marine Supply in Bakersfield, will be given as a prize in the 2011 Isabella Lake Fishing Derby in April. A special drawing will be held on the last day of the Derby. There is also a prize drawing for those who register early. The Isabella Lake Fishing Derby is the biggest amateur trout derby in the state.

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Lake Isabella’s weekend weather

regional sponsors have already “hooked into” becoming sponsors of $10,000 trout. And once again, there will be a fish sponsored by the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce worth $20,000!

On April 18, the final day of the derby, there will be a special drawing for a fully outfitted new 17½-ft Lowe’s ST170 fishing boat and trailer from Galey's Marine Supply in Bakersfield.

Tickets for the drawing are available now. Please contact the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce today at (760) 379-5236.

To find more details on this event visit the derby website today. http://www.isabellafishingderby.com

Storage, Isabella Reservoir 159,277 acre-feet.

(High point was 330,829 ac-ft. July 2.

Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit is 360,000 ac.-ft.)

Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 368 cfs (5-hr avg.)

Outflow, Lower Kern 368 cfs Borel Canal flow 0 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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Christmas Shop Hop in Kernville on Friday, Dec. 10 The 2nd Annual Christmas Shop Hop with Circle Park merchants will be on Friday, Dec. 10 from 5-8pm. Music, raffles, and refreshments! Have fun and do your Christmas shopping, too!

Listen to the Jazz Tones at the Oddfellows Hall and see local artists at the Big Blue Bear.

Kernville Chamber, 760.376.2629 Singing Christmas Cards to be delivered on Dec. 11 Singing Christmas Cards over the phone will be delivered on Sat. Dec. 11th by Sweet Adelines from 10-2. Call Cheryl's Diner 760-3766131 or Cheryl at 760-376-4124 to confirm your song greeting to friends everywhere for $7. Out of US $10. Forms at Cheryl's or from any Sweet Adeline.

Christmas Parade of Giving in Kernville Dec. 11 at 4 p.m.

The Christmas Parade of Giving

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 • 4 p.m. - KV Cruisers Cruise Night, El Portal II Lake Isabella, 1st Fri. 549-3855 • 7:30 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. 376-2410 or 376-2066.

Saturdays

• 9:30 a.m. Sequoia Amateur Radio Group, Youth Center, Lake Isabella. 2nd Sat. • 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.

• 2 p.m. - BMX race, KV Bike Park, Kernville.

Fees apply. KVBikePark.com, 223-6165 • 5 p.m., Havilah Centennial Group meets, 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.

Mondays

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

• 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. K.V. Rovers meet at Kern Valley Museum, Kernville. 1st Monday.

• 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon, KRV Hosp Cafe. 3762410 or 376-2066.

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. 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 meeting at cemetery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 376-2189.

• 2 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, Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.

will be held on Saturday, Dec. 11 starting at 4 p.m. in Circle Park, Kernville. Cars will cruise the streets of Kernville collecting gifts.

Santa arrives back in Circle Park to visit with the children from 5 to 9 .m. There will be hot apple cider and cookies for all. For more information, contact Kenny Rhodes at (909) 754-5270.

Orchestra Christmas Concert in Kernville Sunday, Dec. 12 The Kern Valley Community Orchestra will be presenting their Christmas Concert at Kernville Elementary School on Sunday, Dec. 12, at 4:00 p.m. The selections to be performed include White Christmas, Stille Nacht, Sleigh Ride, Winter Wonderland, March Of The Nutcracker, Trepak, and more. Donations will be accepted at the door and children are admitted at no charge.

Refreshments will be served. New musicians are always welcome.

For more information, please con-

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 Church, 3792556.

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

• 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.

• 2- 6 p.m. Dinner at Eagles, Mt. Mesa. Light dinner. Open to public. 379-3394.

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

• 6 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed. • 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake Isabella Sr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., 3rd Wed. 379-5086.

• 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, 376-2410 or 376-2066.

• 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.

• 2 p.m.- 8-ball Tournament at Eagles in Mt, Mesa. Open to public. 379-3374.

• 5 -7 p.m. - TANF Cultural Night - Native Youth & Community Cultural Ctr French Gulch Campground.

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

379-3877.

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

• 6 p.m. - Rotary Club meets, golf course, Kernville. (760) 376-1421.

• 7 p.m.-Sweet Adelines meet, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Prospective 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.

376-2410 or 376-2066

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.

tact Rick Fankhauser at 760-3791616.

Meeting about Isabella dams on Dec. 14 at Senior Center The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will hold a public scoping meeting on Dec. 14 at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella at 6 p.m. about the Isabella dams. The Corps has been studying the dams for several years, trying to correct problems with seepage and possible seismic issues. This meeting is part of the Environmental Impact Statement process.

Teens invited to pizza party to talk with experts Dec. 15 KRV teens– you're invited to a pizza party! Come talk. You want to be heard, but you do not want to be judged. You want someone to talk to. The party will be Wednesday, Dec. 15, from 4-7pm at 6930 Wofford Blvd, Wofford Heights. Call 760-376-4100. We heard you, but we want to hear more! No Cost (with student ID).

Caring trained adults will listen, and there will be linkage to help.

Hosted by: Family Preservation Community Services, Julie Brueggeman, (661)754-2277, jbrueggeman@fpcscorp.com Special meeting of cemeterey board to be held Dec. 15 The KRV Public Cemetery District will hold a special meeting with Supervisor Jon McQuiston and his staff at 4 p.m. on Dec. 15 at McQuiston’s office in the county complex in Lake Isabella to discuss district business. The public is invited. Regular meetings will continue to be on the second Tuesday of the month at the cemetery office.

American Legion to hold giant dinner/raffle Dec. 15 The local post of the American Legion is holding a spaghetti dinner on Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. The only cost for dinner is a non-perishable food item or an unwrapped toy. At the dinner you may buy raffle tickets for many great items, including a patio shade cover valued at $2300. RSVP (760) 378-1068

by Dec. 13 for the dinner. Also you may call for raffle tickets. They are 6 for $5 or 13 for $10. Drawing date TBA. McCarthy staff to hold local office hours on Dec. 16 Field Representative for Congressman Kevin McCarthy will hold office hours in Lake Isabella on Thursday, December 16 at the County Complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Local Contact is Vince Fong, District Director for Congressman McCarthy at (661) 327-3611.

Kids Christmas Party to be held for all at VFW Dec. 18 Everyone is invited to a Kids Christmas Party to be held on Dec. 18 at the VFW (behind McDonalds) in Lake Isabella from noon to 2 p.m.

Living Nativity to be presented in Southlake Dec. 18 Kern Christian Church will be holding a walk-through Living Nativity on Saturday, Dec. 18 from

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Friday, December 10, 2010

Kern River Courier

Things I Have Noticed...

Mr. Kat owned his keepers Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

We haven't had a dog for over 40 years. We had a cat. Well, not really. No one actually has a cat.

Instead, the cat has you.

We only had the one cat, whom we called Mr. Kat. We assumed he was a he. But in the beginning we were not really Middleworth sure, and we didn't want to embarrass the cat by turning it upside down and checking.

Later a friend did, and assured us that Mr. Kat was indeed Mr. Kat. Even though Mr. Kat was very independent, he would let us pet him, feed him and brush him.

(However, a lot of times he would get up, walk off and completely ignore us.)

On nights when we popped corn, Mr. Kat would get a whiff, run into the living room and jump onto my lap, while I fed him one kernel at a time. He would not eat popcorn from the bowl. I had to feed him (His Royal Highness).

He had a special game he would let us play. I would take a large paper bag, tear a hole in the bottom and lay it on the floor in front of him. With a leap, Mr. Kat would jump into the bag, slide clear to the end and put his

nose through the hole. Then an exploratory paw would come out. Suddenly Mr. Kat would roll himself and the bag over while sticking his paw through the hole. He would do this time after time. Soon the hole would get bigger. Then with a rush, Mr. Kat would tear through the bag’s bottom and into freedom. This was always followed by a complete lick/bath and a pose (as if for pictures) to let all know that Mr. Kat had conquered another bag.

I noticed there were times when Mr. Kat would become the big game hunter. A favorite ploy was to lay on the lawn on his back and dare the mockingbirds to attack him. And they would.

Mr. Kat would let a bird fly down to yank a tuft of hair, and suddenly with a jump and a midair flip he would grab the offending bird. And the great game hunter had another afternoon snack.

And so it went. He graced our home for 17 years. He allowed us to fuss over him as long as we understood that we were his pets and he not ours.

He has been gone for many years. But we are certain that back then Mr. Kat was glad to have us around – as long as we did what he wanted.

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Food Pantry needs tents, tarps, food for the season Kern River Courier

Technically, winter is not even here yet. It won’t arrive until Dec. 21. But the valley has already seen belowfreezing temperatures when a mass of Arctic air settled over California.

Food is also needed for the 130 food baskets the organization will give to local families this Christmas, and toys are needed for 300 children who will attend the Food Pantry’s Christmas Eve Day toy distribution.

Anything you can donate is tax deductible. The Food Pantry is at 4621 Lake Isabella Blvd., inside the Valley Thrift Shop. Call 379-4825.

The Food Pantry in Lake Isabella is just one of several organizations that provide help to the needy in the valley that need you to look in to your hearts (and garages and storerooms) for items you can donate.

The Food Pantry is in particular need of tents, tarps and sleeping bags. They contacted the Courier for help from our readers last week when the weather was very cold, but it will be bitterly cold again before winter is over.

Corrections The Courier Calendar contained an incorrect date in a headline for the ECHO Burger King fundraiser held last week. The body of the announcement contained the correct date, Dec. 7. The Courier regrets the mistake.

Last week, the solution to the Sudoku puzzle on the Fun & Games pages that was printed was for the wrong date.

The correct solution to last week’s puzzle appears at left.

Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program.

33rd Annual Lake Isabella Christmas Parade A Southern Sierra Christmas with Smokey Bear & Friends

Thank You! The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce wishes to thank all those who made the 33rd Lake Isabella Christmas Parade a huge success. According to Beyond Juice, there were well over 2500 in attendance, as they handed out coupons for free cocoa and they ran out! There were 65 parade entries and 57 total sponsors. 20 trophies and ribbons were awarded to the winners, along with a ribbon just for being in the parade. The chamber considers ALL entries as winners, as they came to support our community and our firefighters that were honored this day.

Thank you Smokey Bear and Friends!

A big thank you to the numerous volunteers who did such an outstanding job!

Thank you to all businesses and individuals who helped as sponsors of the parade. If not for you, the parade would not have run so smoothly. The chamber is sincerely grateful for you!

Advertising & Promotion: Kern River Courier, Kern Valley Sun, QAB Media/Alta Sierra Broadcasting Announcers & Location: John Pair & Helpers, Linda Thurm, Scott Costa, Century 21 Paul Mooney, God Bless America Sung by Anna Duvall Volunteers: Sharon Rooney, Rita D’Angelo, Janet Lubin, Joe Ciriello & Crew, Ron Smith, Shannon Solis, Ron Morrison, Jim Cox, Terry Moore, Julie Braswell, Ray Thurm, Jim Malouf, Rex Emerson Bill Sasnett & Shirley Stephens, Citizens Service Unit Parade Judges: Jim Wyly, Bill Stonebarger, Randy Zurn, Virginia & Katie Leighton Dignitary Drivers & Cars: Claire Windham, Charlie Stewart, Carl Vader, Clay Quiocho Awards & Trophies: Modern Trophy, Engraving Creations Float: Downtown Storage Trophy Sponsors: All Valley Satellite, American Legion KRV #711, Amerigas, Atchison Propane Service, Inc., Cameron's Kustom Klean Cars, Camp James, Century 21 Lake Isabella Realty, Chuck & Liz White, Chuck White, Clinica Sierra Vista, Darlene Fisher, Dave's Sports Bar, Denny Rushton, DDS, Downtown/Lakeside Storage (2), Edward Jones Investments, El Portal Mexican Grill II, Faith Morrison, Fence Post Ranch, Fred & Elaine Roach, Harry Thal Insurance Agency, Highland Chapel United Methodist Church, Hoffmann Hospice, Isabella Motors, Isabella True Value, KVHD Auxiliary - Pink Ladies, KV Solar Supply, Kern Valley Sun, KRV Living Green, L & M Lumber, Lakeview Motel, Lapham Construction, Modern Trophy, Mt Mesa Market, Phyllis Hix, Pregnancy Resource Center of the Kern River Valley, R J Smith Construction, Republicans of Kern River Valley, Riverside One Stop, RMW Mobility Service & Sales, R-Ranch Realty, St. Jude’s Catholic Church, Sequoia Lodge, Sharon Rooney Insurance, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Silver City Ghost Town,, The Appliance Center, The Furniture Store, The Lighthart Corp, Thomas Refuse Service, Tim's Auto Glass, Tom McKinney, VFW # 7665 Lake Isabella, Vietnam Veteran – Ben Palmer, Walter Mortensen Insurance.

Radio Live Broadcast Sponsors: Beyond Juice, Barnes Bargains, Faith Morrison, Kern River Courier, Kern Valley Sun, Piute Pump Company Inc., Systems Plus Construction.

Thank you to all Parade Participants: If we have inadvertently you off our list, we sincerely apologize. Please know you are appreciated!

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Adventures Courier Fishing Report

Fishing season looks bright Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier columnist

First of all, I would like to wish all of those who read the Courier and all those who purchase space in it a very special holiday season.

A couple of articles ago, I made a very brash statement, saying 2011 was going to be a very good year Mike Mencarini for fishing in the lake and river.

All indicators this past week show that we are ahead of schedule. My good friend and neighbor James Ranger put some time in on the lake this week, with decent results.

Usually at this time of year it’s a quality rather than quantity kind of thing. Recently it’s not been uncommon to land largemouth in the 6 to 10 pound range, if your fishing chops are good.

If rainbows are your game, you are in luck. The trout bite is pedal to the metal. I have had fishermen tell me that the trout bite is better so far this winter than it was all of last year. They aren’t huge but there seems to be lots of them and they seem to be in all of the regular sandy shoreline areas. There is your

fishing tip of the week.

I finally had a chance to wet a line this week and the crappie bite was 10 times better than my last effort. I went from skunk to a respectable stringer in a short time. I wish I could give some kind of explanation but the crappie I caught were above average in size. Eight of those slabs were right at 14 ounces. Being in the winter spawn explains some of it but these fish were very healthy.

My friend told me that the shad are schooled and on the move to deep water. If you have a few spare minutes, head to the main launch and watch the gulls, pelicans and grebes fill their bellies.

Here is some good news for those who prefer fishing the Kern. 2011 could bring a decent increase in the allotment of catchable rainbows. No specific numbers are available at this time. If this happens, April would be my guess on when it would start.

Folks, when possible purchase your sporting gifts locally and don’t forget the 2011 licenses by Jan. 1. They should be available by next week.

Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and a volunteer at the Kern River Fish Hatchery.

For questions or comments you can reach him through the Kern River Courier, office@kernrivercourier.com.

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by DNA Smith New DVDs reviewed in this column will be available in stores the week of Dec. 21.

PICKS OF THE WEEK "Salt" (Unrated Edition) -Angelina Jolie stars as Evelyn Salt, a spy on the run (a la the Bourne films) in this high-octane, action-fueled thriller. Salt is a CIA agent married to a German national who visits Korea very often. On the eve of her anniversary, a Russian defector dying of cancer reveals that Salt is a sleeper agent, trained since she was a Angelina Jolie child, whose mission, when "activated," is to assassinate the Russian president.

Fearing for her husband's safety, she begins her search for him, while at the same time eluding her fellow agents who are hellbent on killing her. The action scenes are seemingly non-stop, and the plot twists keep you guessing whether Salt is or isn't a Manchurian Candidate. Add to the mix the electric performance of Angelina Jolie, and you've got a recipe for a delicious afternoon's diversion.

"Family Guy: It's a Trap!"

(Unrated) -- The third installment of "The Family Guy" specials spoofing the original "Star Wars" trilogy this time takes its bad-taste aim at "Return of the Jedi." The DVD release also includes deleted scenes, a Trivial Pursuit game, the panel discussion from Comic-con 2010 and much more. Also, if you don't

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DOG OF THE WEEK "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps" (PG-13) -- In the 1990s, if you wanted a telltale sign that a movie was gonna suck, all you had to do is see if Freddy Prinze Jr. was in it. Today, if you want a guarantee that a movie is gonna blow chunks, look for Shia LeBeouf in the cast list.

Whether he's dragging down the plot as Indiana Jones's son, or in the case of this "Wall Street" sequel as Gordon Gecko's protege, Jake Moore, that boy can take a mediocre movie and turn it into something that smells like it came straight from a corpse.

Granted, "Money Never Sleeps" wouldn't be a very good film even without LeBeouf. Michael Douglas looks like he's just phoning it in, and the movie fails to capture the same energy as the original.

TV SERIES "Laugh It Up Fuzzball: The Family Guy Trilogy" "Futurama" Volume Five "Caprica" Season 1.5 "Gene Simmons Family Jewels" Season 5 "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" Volume Five "Bob Ross: Joy of Painting -Barns Collection" "The Guild" Season Four "The Virginian" The Complete Season Two "Billy the Exterminator" Season 1 "Bleach" Uncut Box Set

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instead of continuing this game of announcer musical chairs.

Currently, Rich is a part-time meteorologist in Los Angeles.

Q: I was so sad to hear that one of my favorite comedic actors, Leslie Nielson, had passed away *** recently. Did he film anyQ: Watching older movies thing before he died, to be with George Clooney, and released posthumously? -comparing how he looked Jeff D., via e-mail then with now, A: The great it looks like he Leslie Nielson, 84, has had a little who began his acttightening done ing career back in to his face? Has 1950, passed away he? To me, he in November after a seems like the short battle with last person on pneumonia. For his Earth who final movie, he would undergo voiced a character plastic surgery. in the animated -- Hannah F., via comedy "The e-mail Waterman Movie," A: Actually, the which is scheduled 49-year-old star George Clooney for release some confessed to time next year.

Oprah Winfrey back in 2007 that he had had *** some excess skin under his eyes Q: What has happened to removed. As he said: "It's imporRich Fields, the announcer tant to look awake." If you check for "The Price Is Right"? out some before and after picThey keep having "guest" tures online, you can see that the announcers. Will he return result is subtle and natural-looksometime soon? -- Donna C. ing, unlike some other pulledin New York tight celebs who shall remain A: Rich Fields, 50, who came nameless. aboard "The Price Is Right" after the death of longtime announcer *** Rod Roddy in 2004, is no longer the announcer of the perennial Write to Cindy at King game show. Before the start of Features Weekly Service, P.O. the 2010 season, Rich was Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853informed that the producers 6475; or e-mail her at wanted to go a different way letters@cindyelavsky.com. For with the show, which included a more news and extended internew announcer with improvisaviews, visit www.celebrityextion-comedy background. For traonline.com now, the show is employing a (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc. series of guest announcers, but hopefully the producers will settle on one announcer soon,

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Health Insurance Matters

These steps are tricky Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist

Roberta has had problems with her medication. In 2010, her Part D plan restricted the quantity of her medications, and she required four times their allotment. Her physician was granted Harry Thal an exception to the rule, as there was no other product that worked for her special digestive problem. For 2011, this medication is no longer on the plan's formulary.

Many more drugs in 2011 will have a requirement of "Step Therapy". This is a process whereby the prescribing physician requires authorization from the drug plan before the prescription will be approved for the pharmacy to fill it.

The "steps" needed is typically try another, less expensive medication first. If they don't work, then and only then will the more costly drug be approved. There are other medications which also need prior approval referred to as "Prior Authorization". Again, the physician needs to receive approval before the medication will be honored at the pharmacy counter.

The regulations may allow an "emergency refill" in January of a

restricted medication so you and your physician can meet, and either get the needed authorization for the year, or try alternative possibilities.

This refill is a one shot solution. It won't be granted again, so when a pharmacist tells you that your medication is no longer available as it had been, take heed and act.

While this will be a problem for tens of thousands of people on Medicare, there is no need for anyone in our area to be affected by this problem. You know something that others don't. Here is the way around this perennial problem. Do your homework now! If you were on a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan, you were mailed the plan's 2011 formulary. If you see there is a restriction, or that your drug is no longer listed, go to www.medicare.gov. You can enter your medication and it will list every plan available in your zip code. By clicking on the least expensive plan, you will then be able to see if there are restrictions. If there are, go back, click on the next plan, and try again.

With 27 plans to pick from, there will be a plan where your medication is covered.

Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker. He is President of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters and 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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populated solely by golden grass and scattered bushes, the homes below fade into the background.

Lake Isabella, California is like The sky grows, filling my world. every other rural valley, which is to And as the light dims (which always say nothing like any other place on helps everything look better), the God’s green earth. I love this valley. houses form into humble pilgrims I love simply watching the sky. It bowed before the majesty of the makes me feel separate from earth and sky. humanity, alone in a universe of I love the smell of smoke in the ever-changing wonder. It gives me winter, the way it rises off rooftops an indescribable feeling that can like a personal flag woven out of last a moment or an entire day. intangible threads as if simply to I feel it: when the clouds lay thick say, “It’s warm in here.” I love the and billowy on the mountains with way it fills up the canyons like a the tattered sheets of cottony cirrus friendly blanket that looks so thick far above; when the air is filled with and warm from afar but is little gentle fog like more than a smell the sky itself is up close. It drifts The lake is choppy, as if and hangs above dissolving and crashing in all stirred by the wing beats of homes, then sudits glory and a million invisible birds. denly is vanished destruction to away by a trick of the earth, yet so --Joel Paulsen the wind. softly it couldn’t Sometimes I break a twig; wonder where it when the morngoes. Does it join the clouds like the ing mist lies on the lake and glows meteorological version of a wolf in with the silken light that slips sheep’s clothing? Or drift in a mass through the broken clouds and sets across the mountains as if in a willthe grass aflame with golden light; fully malignant attempt to add to the when the lake is choppy, as if stirred smog of bigger cities? Probably it by the wing beats of a million invis- simply scatters on the wind, adding ible birds. the faintest smoky scents to the There is a rocky mountain behind entire world. my house and I climb it several I make my way down my mountimes a week. As I start up the slope tain, and as I descend into my backthe houses below me look like some yard I see the junk filling its swollen revolting disease creeping up the borders. I am in the realm of morcanyon (mine included). They sit at tals again. (Sigh...) the foot of unlimited splendor like sacrilegious monuments to human Joel Paulsen is a Bodfish resident folly. But as the low rocky hills grow and a graduate of Kern Valley High into steep sloping mountainsides School.

To Your Good Health

Asthma usually controllable Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Courier Syndicated Columnist

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am a 50-year-old female, and I have asthma that seems to be getting worse. In October, I got the H1N1 flu and had to go to the hospital twice because of breathing problems. I get scared every time I have a simple cold. I was told that my asthma is allergy-induced, and I have been on a daily inhaler ever since. Please help me -M.M. ANSWER: Asthma is a chronic condition. Looking for a cure is not realistic in many cases. Looking for control is realistic. It's an inflammation of the airways -- the bronchi, the tubes that bring fresh air into the lungs and remove carbon dioxide from the lungs. T Respiratory viruses do trigger attacks, and that's why the flu virus was such a problem for you. You should be sure to get the yearly flu vaccine.

Allergies can be another trigger for attacks. Allergy shots are not guaranteed to stop them, but they can lessen their intensity and frequency. You might want to reconsider your position.

Remove airborne irritants from your home and bedroom by getting rid of feather pillows, shag rugs and dust mites. If you have a pet, and you

notice that exposure to it brings on an attack, then you have to limit where the pet is allowed in the home. An air-conditioned home keeps outdoor allergens out of your environment.

For an acute attack, you need a medicine that acts quickly to dilate airways. Albuterol (Proventil) is such a medicine. If your long-term control medicine isn't preventing attacks, get another. The list of asthma medicines is very long. Oxygen is helpful in severe attacks. I know of no natural substance that alleviates asthma.

The asthma booklet describes the many treatments for asthma.

Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 602W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient's printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.(c) 2010 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Semonious returns Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

My times are in your hand; rescue me from the hand of my enemies and from my persecutors! Psalm 31:15.

I believe and teach that my enemies are not people, but spiritual powers who attack me using people in their attacks. So when Pastor Brandt sent the Psalm verse to Semonious me, I agreed with him; I also fail at telling jokes - people laugh because I naturally avoid common phrases as I express ideas.

Psalm 31 reminded me that the adventure of loss, surgery, adjustment and recovery has been shared by readers I may never know on this earth. God bless you all. Since Jesus' conquered my real enemies, adventure is the correct word to use, although I rejoice to see it coming to an end. (Pun intended.) I shaved my beard because it got in the way of coziness adventure as I spent ten days face down in a foam ring.

I am now able to say, with St. Paul, "Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be con-

stant in prayer." Romans 12:12.

"More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us."

Romans 5:3-5.

Brandt said, "From a human point of view, when we want God to act quickly, the waiting is almost unbearable. In fact, we are tempted to take matters into our own hands and rush the process. It's like rushing the punch line. When you do, everything falls flat. On the other hand, when we try to delay or avoid what we know God wants us to do, the situation never gets better. It's like dragging out a joke…" Resting in and yielding to God's timing are the keys to a 'perfect delivery.' (And to the temporary "hits" from our enemy.)

It's no laughing matter, but it is a joyous one. The joy of seeing God unfold His perfect plan at just the right time is second to none.

Pastors, please e-mail 400word messages to office@kernrivercourier.com

Churches of the Valley 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 Services — 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.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 Episcopal Church Odd Fellows Hall, Kernville Sundays 10 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 Sunday Service 10 a.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. and 5:30 p.m. Wed. 6 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

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(760) 379-2343 Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 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 9:30 a.m.

(760) 379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday worship 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Bible study Sun. 10 a.m., Thurs. 6 p.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 Church) 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 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 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

(760) 378-4964 Church listings are free. Please contact our office.

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Fewer gifts this year?

Give the kids more love King Features Syndicate

Parents hard hit by the struggling economy might wonder how to explain to their children why there aren't as many presents under the tree this year.

Christy Buchanan, professor of psychology at Wake Forest University, reminds parents that "children, in their heart of hearts, don't want a lot of things from their parents as much as they want love from them and time with them. In the long run, it's love, shared time and quality interactions that they'll remember."

"The problem is we often express love through gifts," says Buchanan, who studies parent-child relationships and teaches courses on effective parent-child relations. "We worry they won't feel loved if we don't provide material things."

She offers a few suggestions for families who are cutting back this holiday season: • Don't be overly apologetic for what children are not getting.

Although it's OK to acknowledge a child's desires or even disappointment, parents should focus on the things for which the child and family can be grateful.

• Try to be upbeat and positive.

Children are more likely to be positive if the parents are. Focus on the gift of time. Think about what the family can do together that is fun and memorable, and treat it like a gift.

• Instead of going shopping, design time around what your kids

enjoy and make that special. Make plans to bake cookies and drink hot chocolate, play a favorite board game or shoot baskets at the park.

• Try to minimize exposure to commercials and marketing. The more children see, the more they think they want and are more likely to be disappointed.

• For younger children who expect Santa to bring lots of presents, small, inexpensive gifts like a ball or a game can be the basis for fun, family time on Christmas Day. Shift the focus to a fun activity and away from items that may be missing from under the tree.

• For teenagers, things often become more important. But, teens also are old enough to understand when parents explain that money for expensive items just isn't in the family budget this year. For the items they most want, parents can work with them on a longer-term plan to save for those things.

• At all ages, parents should convey a confidence that things will be OK. • Parents should not make promises they cannot keep. Be honest with children about what you can or cannot afford.

• If a family is having to cut back, a parent can use the opportunity to emphasize that their relationships are the most important thing.

"It comes down to communication," Buchanan says. Parents can look for ways beyond presents to convey their love for their children.

Keep it in the family Jack Duitsman, pastor Father’s Heart Foursquare Church, Kernville

But when he thought on these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit.

- Matthew 1:20 It occurs to me that in the grand scheme of Advent celebrations within the Church of Jesus Christ, Joseph (husband to Mary) usually takes on all the importance of a red- Duitsman headed stepchild.

Perhaps he was necessary to the successful outcome of the narrative in that someone had to lead the donkey Mary was riding on as they made their way to Bethlehem, as well as attempt to convince the hardhearted inn keepers to at least allow them to huddle in the manger and get out of the evening weather.

Beyond this however, was Joseph really of any serious value as he related to the unfolding of salvation's plan?

While the question might be a sincere one, the answer must be seen through the lens of the above verse with a heart to see the Lord's working in the coming of Jesus to earth. A glance to the preceding verse describes the reticence of Joseph to follow through on his

engagement to Mary, and the strong correction of the Holy Spirit to Joseph's "common sense" thinking. In no uncertain terms, the Father God encouraged Joseph to "take Mary as his wife," and in so doing to be a participant in salvation's plan. For the Spirit to go to such lengths to include a mere afterthought would be at the very least curious, and points to a much larger principle that demands attention as we head into another Christmas season.

God's plan of sending salvation to humanity centered around the family unit for the very reason that this has always been the method of His working. Certainly the Savior Jesus was the focal point of salvations story, but we would seriously err if we were to ignore the method of His coming. The remarkable nature of God becoming man is indeed unfathomable, but the fact that He took on the humanity in the form of a baby is literally beyond our capacity to comprehend. If we are to embrace these truths as God's heart of love, it must be within the framework that He chose - Daddy, Mommy, and baby makes three.

In reflecting on the Advent family this Christmas, let us all be encouraged to be reminded of God's love for our family, and His desire to work out His grand plan of salvation within these confines. Wherever we are in family development, God will show Himself and His designs to bring salvation to our lives embrace this truth for your family.

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Q: What can you tell me about Frankoma? Any value? -Maxine, Mesa, Ariz.

A: Frankoma began as the Frank Pottery Company in Sapulpa, Okla., in 1933. The company, under the direction of its founder, John Frank, produced vases, bowls and decorative figurals, all marked with the likeness of pacing leopard and the "Frankoma" mark. The entire operation was destroyed in 1938, and it is the early pieces from the pre-fire years that have collectors scrambling. The plant was rebuilt, and its later production is fairly common. A second destructive fire practically wiped out the business in 1943, and a third in 1983. Each time the company rebuilt.

Typical prices are Donkey Mug, 1975, $35; batter pitcher, $40; Wagon Wheel plate, $7; wall pocket in Leaf pattern, $45; and vase in dusty rose, $35. In Arkansas and Oklahoma, interesting pieces of Frankoma occasionally can be found in thrift stores and at yard sales for only a dollar or two, much less than book value. *** Q: I have a Jackie Gleason sweatshirt that reads "Baby, You Are the Greatest." Is there any value for it? -- Dorothy, Julian, Calif.

A: I checked several Internet auction sites and found hundreds of Jackie Gleason items being offered

for sale, including his LPs, mostly priced in the $5 to $15 range; a comic book from 1956, $20; a collector's plate featuring the cast members of "The Honeymooners," $5; a coffee mug, $6; a 1962 Life magazine with Gleason on the cover, $6; and a sweatshirt like the one you own for $10. Gleason died in 1987 at the age of 1971 and is buried in Florida. His epitaph reads, "And Away We Go." *** Q: I purchased an early television set at a local flea market.

It is a DuMont Model RA-103, a tabletop model with a 12-inch screen. When was it manufactured, and what do you think is its approximate value? -- Stan, Rio Rancho, N.M. A: I found your TV referenced in the Antique Trader Radio and Television Price Guide, edited by Kyle Husfloen (Krause, $19.99). Your TV was manufactured in 1947, and Hosfloen lists its value in the $300 to $400 range.

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Letters to the Courier Topic: Operation Christmas Child What an amazing month we have had, and also during Collection Week, at the drop-off location at Family Life Center in Wofford Heights. In our valley we collected 685 shoe box gifts this year, an 11% increase over our 2009 giving. Now those numbers are awesome, but the even greater news is the Kern County total of 10,424 shoe box gifts, a 55% increase over 2009's record giving.

This means even more needy children, and their families and communities, will be learning about God's love and His greatest gift to us. Thank you to all of the individuals, churches, businesses, and organizations who took time and opened their hearts, pocketbooks, and checkbooks to send one or more of these many shoe box gifts to their new home in the arms of a needy child. God bless you all and may you have a very Blessed Christmas.

Ken and Irene Martinson Greenhorn Mountain

Topic: Fish & Game Habitat Club To all the GREAT people at the COURIER! On behalf of the members of the Fish & Game Habitat Club, I thank you for supporting the youth of our state and community. Each year you publicize the Junior Pheasant Hunt. We receive so many applications from as far away as Bishop. That tells us that they have seen the hunt publicized in your paper. Thank you for your continued support of all the youth activities in our wonderful valley.

Sherry Van Matre, chairperson 2010 Junior Pheasant Hunt

Chamber requests nominations The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their Man and Woman of the Year. The deadline for submitting a nomination is today, Dec. 10. Please mail letters of nomination to the KRV Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 567, Lake Isabella, CA. 93240. Please include length of time in the Kern River Valley, memberships (church, service clubs, fraternal organizations), offices held; volunteer work with details, community involvement or humanitarian service.

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Friday, December 3, 2010

California Joe’s Storytelling Corner

Season brings thoughts of WFD California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist

We went to Bakersfield Sunday for latke brunch at Temple Beth El. That evening we headed over to the Marketplace.

A young energetic rabbi entertained the large crowd with his guitar in a blow- California Joe ing wind. It was all good fun. We lit the 5th candle for Chanukah, sang dreidle songs and cheered lustily. Then we left and got home by 8 p.m. *** It’s December! Grey skies by day, dark cloudy skies at night, no stars.

Christmas lights are a welcome relief when you see them.

We drove over one night to Riverkern. It was dark and windy.

Inside the doctor’s house it was cheery and fun. Driving home an hour later, it was dark and not the best of worlds. Once back at our place with a glowing stove and warmth inside, it was nice again.

The party was fun. Two doctors and a forest ranger and moms and an off-duty cop. And an entrepreneur who sold her business in Bakersfield and is home-schooling her girl.

I hear different things about Kernville Elementary School. Some

folks are wondering if it’ll be open next year. The state budget cuts are hitting the school districts pretty good. More parents are homeschooling their kids.

My wife taught at Kernville Elementary for 20-some years. It’s been 10 years or more since her retirement, and I’m one of those looking up at the night skies this December and wondering what comes next.

When we got home from the party I turned on the telly. No help there! Fox TV was discounting the latest effort of the president to make any sense out of this mess we’re all in. I quickly turned the station to classical music before the caterwauling grew too pronounced. *** January will bring the Whiskey Flats Days kickoff dinner. And February will mean another Whiskey Flat Days parade. I might just ride in the parade again with my dog Molly in my old yellow pickup. Molly won first place for bestlooking dog some years ago. I’m writing my storytelling column now for the Kern River Courier and I might plug them in the parade this year.

I’m ready for the WFD kickoff dinner. Stars in the sky and all that.

A wee dram of whiskey would be helpful too!

California Joe is the storyteller persona of Stevenson Phillips, an actor and singer living in Kernville.

You may reach him at sscaljoe@aol.com.

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Friday, December 10, 2010

Courier chuckle of the week: “The New England Journal of Medicine reports that 9 out of 10 doctors agree that 1 out of 10 doctors is an idiot.”

-- Jay Leno

See Page 14 for answers to puzzles

Salome’s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Although taking advice isn't always easy for the headstrong Sheep, you might want to consider what someone you respect says about an upcoming decision.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A new offer is tempting, but don't be bullied into a quick decision. Rely on your keen Bovine business sense to alert you to anything that might be questionable.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your Gemini Twin nature rallies to help you deal with this week's hectic schedules, both in your personal and professional lives. One caution: Watch your diet.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Avoid rushing to make up for time lost on a stalled workplace operation. Best to set up a schedule and pace yourself. Welcome the help of colleagues.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Despite those glittering holiday distractions you love so well, be sure to keep your feline senses set on high to alert you to anything that might require fast action.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Making an effort to restore fraying relationships proves to be more successful than you dared hope. The

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holidays also bring new friends into your life.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Private and professional matters compete for your attention. Be honest in your assessment of which should get more of it, and for how long.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A seemingly endless list of must-do tasks is best handled by tackling them one by one, and taking energy-restoring timeouts between each job.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A vexing relationship seems destined to deteriorate no matter what each side tries to do. A third party's advice just might prove helpful.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Reach out to ease any tensions caused by home or workplace pressures before they threaten the relationship-building progress you've made.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You often go out of your way to show kindness to others. So, don't be surprised if other people want to do something nice for you this week.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) People in your life respect your Piscean wisdom, so don't hesitate to speak up about a matter that you feel isn't being handled quite the way it should be.

BORN THIS WEEK: Your personal warmth helps you make friendships, and your sense of fair play helps you keep them. c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Trivia Test

By Fifi Rodriguez 1. MEASUREMENTS: What is the measurement of time called?

2. SCIENCE: What kind of metal is bauxite used to create?

3. GAMES: Which is the strongest hand in a poker game?

4. HISTORY: Who killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel?

5. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who was the first president born in a hospital?

6. GEOGRAPHY: Where would one find the popular tourist spot called "Vieux Carre"?

Answers:

1. Chronometry 2. Aluminum 3. Royal flush 4. Aaron Burr 5. Jimmy Carte 6. New Orleans (The French Quarter)

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Granite, as I’ve described, is fine grained in texture and homogenous in grain size. The metasediments are brown and/or gray in color, fine grained homogenous texture, and sometimes display bedding planes. By these descriptions, the granite is around and encapsulating the Ron Bolyard metasediments.

But could it be a Xenolith or an inclusion? Possibly, but let’s review what a xenolith and an inclusion are. A Xenolith, in the KRV, is a dark inclusion in the whitish-gray granite. A true inclusion is something different and the entrapped rock within the granite can be correctly called an inclusion. It is a matter of semantics and interpretation! But, let’s look very close at the structural qualities of this inclusion.

When molten granite is rising from its magmatic source (due to density differences and other forces), it pushes every thing that has been deposited upon it, upward. Wherever the molten rock makes contact with the sediments above, those sediments will be metamorphosed by the heat of the magma. This process is called "Contact Metamorphism" (You will recall what metamorphic means, a "change of state"). Thus the former sediments are "cooked" by the heat and are altered to different minerals and rock types that will sometimes retain their stratigraphic imprint. This, I believe is what hap-

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The Rich Pelletreau Gallery is now closed and the log cabin in Wofford Heights in which it was located is now for rent. For information, please call Marcy Hughes at 1-760-417-1953 _________________________ Wofford Hts - 2 retail/office spaces for rent on Wofford Blvd. New interior & paint.

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pened in this case (see last time).

The former sediments were altered and converted to what is seen in this "inclusion". The mere presence of the linear stratigraphic character is strong evidence that this rock has been changed and is not granite, but are now called "Metasediments". Ultimately, the metasediment is enfolded and surrounded by magma as its breaks and separates the sediment mass.

We only have a two-dimensional look at this outcrop, thus we are unable to know what has happened in the 3rd dimension to the north and the south. If it had not been for road building activities we would not have the view that we do.

One other important clue is its position near the top of a small, north/south trending ridge.

Remember I asked about why does the surface metasediments continue both west and east from this outcrop, or more accurately, why does the granite exist only here?

The reason could be more complex, but in general it appears that erosion would have eventually exposed this outcrop because of its position on a local higher area. If you look around the vicinity, you will see the mountain tops are capped by granite, metasediments or carbonate beds. This could mean that the vertical motion of the granite pushed these "knobs" upward, thus allowing erosion to strip off their tops exposing the cap rock. This process continues today!

Ron Bolyard is a retired geologist and has developed an “acute interest” in the geology of the southern Sierra Nevada since he moved here in 1999.

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EVENTS continued from page 2 6 to 8 p.m. Six scenes will be enacted live, with live animals. There will be free fun crafts for children and free refreshments. Remember to dress warm. Kern Christian Church is at 14900 Highway 178 in Southlake.

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Eagles Kids Christmas Party to be held in Mt. Mesa Dec. 19 The Eagles Lodge in Mt. Mesa will hold a Christmas Party for kids 12 and younger on Dec. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. There will be hot dogs, drinks, treats and gifts. Also a guessing game and a coloring contest. You must pre-register by Dec. 16 by calling Joan at 378-2855 or Petra at 378-2712.

Bodfish Bob’s Potato Candy 1/2 cup mashed potatoes Powered sugar Peanut butter

Elks Lodge to hold Christmas Party for Kids Dec. 19 On Sunday, Dec. 19, the Kern River Valley Elks will hold their Annual Children’s Christmas Party at 2 pm. at the lodge. The Elk’s Lodge is at 6708 Wofford Blvd. in Wofford Heights. This year we will be limiting the amount of attendees to the first 150. Children 12 and under will only be the ones to visit with Santa and receive a gift. Also we ask that only one parent attend with their children. Any questions call the Lodge at 760-376-6475.

‘Longest Night’ service in Kernville Tuesday, Dec. 21 Pastor Lauren Chaffee of Kernville Methodist Church invites the community to their "Longest Night" service on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 6 pm. This night is winter solstice, the longest night of the year, and the service is intended for those who are hurt or grieving or unhappy during the holidays.

Free Christmas meal to be offered Dec. 24 at My Place My Place Restaurant in Lake Isabella will again be offering a free meal on Dec. 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers and food donations are needed. Call (760) 379-2563. Sponsored by My Place and guitarelements.com VFW to offer free Christmas dinner to veterans on Dec. 25 The VFW in Lake Isabella (behind McDonalds) will offer a free dinner to all veterans on Christmas Day from 1 to 4 p.m. $7.50 for non-vets. Turkey, ham and all the trimmings.

Food commodities date to be Tuesday, Dec. 29 Government food commodities will be distributed to those qualified on Tuesday, Dec. 29 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel on Highway 178 in Mt. Mesa, and the Senior Center in Lake Isabella.

Distribution starts at 8 a.m.

Whiskey Flat Days Kickoff dinner to be held Jan. 7 Every February on Presidents Day Weekend the town of Kernville celebrates its Gold Rush roots when it was known as Whiskey Flat. This year the Whiskey Flat Days Kickoff Dinner, which is when the Honorary Mayor candidates are introduced, will be at Ewing’s on Friday, January 7th, with dinner at 6 pm. $25 gets you Deep-Pit BBQ, Lemon Chicken, vegetables, potatoes & bread. Live Music by “Wild Blue Rose Band”. RSVP-760-3762629.

Combine 1/2 cup mashed potatoes and powered sugar until firm enough to roll. The mixture will become very wet; just keep adding powdered sugar. Roll out on powdered sugar like noodles. Cover with peanut butter. Roll into jelly roll, cut into small pieces.

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Combine cracker crumbs, salt, pepper and butter. Sprinkle 1/3 of crumb mix into 9"x 13" buttered casserole dish. Cover with layer of oysters.

Repeat layer.

Add Worchestershire sauce to milk. Pour over contents of dish. Sprinkle remaining crumbs over top. Bake

See HAPPENINGS, Page 15

Boil eggs, remove shells.

Dredge with flour while still wet, ensuring an even coating and set aside. Combine sausage meat, onion, breadcrumbs and seasonings and mix well. Add raw eggs and mix thoroughly.

Divide sausage mixture into eight even portions and 'wrap' each egg with the mixture, rolling each egg in the additional breadcrumbs to coat, before placing on a lightly oiled baking tray. The completed eggs are 'spritzed' with olive oil, to make a crisp coating when cooked. Bake at 350°F for about 40 minutes, turning if necessary.

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HAPPENINGS continued from page 14 KRV CERT to teach Red Cross First Aid and Adult CPR Jan. 8 Dean Ott of KRV CERT will be teaching the American Red Cross First Aid class on January 8 from 9am to noon and American Red Cross Adult CPR class from 1pm to 5pm at the First Baptist Church, 3701 Suhre Street in Lake Isabella. The classes are $20 each and the monies help support the Kern River Valley Community Emergency Response Team. Participants will get a Red Cross Card for each class attended. Please call Tom Klein at (760) 379-2797 to pre-register for each class.

‘Community in Crisis’ part 2 to be held on Jan. 10 The followup meeting about the sources of help and support for despondent teens will take place Jan. 10 at 6 p.m at the Kern Valley Hospital cafeteria. For more information contact Holly at 760-223-0269.

KRV CERT to teach basic emergency response class Jan. 15 KRV CERT will be teaching basic community emergency response team classes starting Jan. 15. The scope of this course includes: Disaster Preparedness, Fire Safety and Hazardous Materials, Disaster Medical Operations, Light Search and Rescue, CERT and the Incident Command System, Disaster Psychology, and Terrorism. Classes will be held at the First Baptist Church, 3701 Suhre St. in Lake Isabella from 9am to 4pm. The classes will be held on Saturday, January 15th, January 22nd, January 29th.

There is a cost of $20 for the student’s manual. If you have any questions or want to register please call Tom Klein at (760) 379-2797.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: TEXACO EXPRESS LUBE, (2002-B00195) Street address of business: 20400 California City Boulevard, California City, CA 93505. Mailing address of Business: 20400 California City Boulevard, California City, CA 93505. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Hal S. Fairbank IV, 20400 California City Boulevard, California City, CA 93505. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 07/08/02. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 11/17/2010.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk by M. Rodriguez, Deputy Clerk (34993).

Published by the Kern River Courier November 26, December 3, 10 and 17, 2010.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: CALIFORNIA CITY CASTROL PREMIUM LUBE EXPRESS (2010B6960) Street address of principal place of business: 20400 California City Boulevard, California City, CA 93505. Mailing address of business: 20400 California City Boulevard, California City, CA 93505. REGISTRANT: Hal Fairbank, 20400 California City Boulevard, California City, CA 93505. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 06/29/2010. 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: Hal S. Fairbank IV. This statement filed on 11/17/2010.

Expires 11/17/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier November 26, December 3, 10 and 17, 2010.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: BIG GUNS (2010-B7068) Street address of principal place of business: 7810 Hidden Crossing Court,

Bakersfield, CA 93313. Mailing address of business: 7810 Hidden Crossing Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313.

REGISTRANT: Jeremy Jackson, 7810 Hidden Crossing Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313. 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: Jeremy Jackson. This statement filed on 11/22/2010. Expires 11/22/2015.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier December 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2010.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: FOUR SEASONS TRAILER PARK (2010-B7063) Street address of principal place of business: 206 West J Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

Mailing address of business: 13864 Nisula Road, McCall, ID 83638.

REGISTRANT: Todd Simpson, 13864 Nisula Road, McCall, ID 83638. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 06/10/2009.

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: Todd Simpson. This statement filed on 11/22/2010. Expires 11/22/2015.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern

River Courier December 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2010.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 10-2138 - APN: 258-130-05-00-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04-0504. 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 December 29, 2010 at 11:00 am, Advanced Reconveyance, Inc., a California Corporation as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust recorded 04-12-2004, as Inst.

No. 0204080544 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Kern County, State of California, Executed by Edward Lee Gunter, a Single Man, 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: 1932 El Rey Street, 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 $44,230.47. 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.

November 29, 2010. 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 December 3, 10 and 17, 2010) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: TC NOIR COMPANIES (2010B7064), DBA #2: COMPLETE BILLING SERVICES (2010-B7065), DBA #3: PROGESTERONE ADVOCATES NETWORK (2010-B7066) Street address of principal place of business: 30151 Sunland Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

Mailing address of business: 25051 Bear Valley Road #345, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

REGISTRANT: Shelly Black, 30151 Sunland Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561. A, Individual.

Date the business commenced: 10/01/2010. 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: Shelly Black. This statement filed on 11/22/2010.

Expires 11/22/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier December 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2010.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: BAKER MAPS (2010-B7227) Street address of principal place of business: 21533 Golden Hills Boulevard, Apt J, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

Mailing address of business: 21533 Golden Hills Boulevard, Apt J, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT: Donald Baker, 21533 Golden Hills Boulevard, Apt J, Tehachapi, CA 93561. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/000. 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: Donald W. Baker. This statement filed on 12/03/2010. Expires 12/03/2015.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier December 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2010.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: INDUSTRIAL WATER SERVICE (2010-B6919) Street address of principal place of business: 3232 H Street, Unit 6, Bakersfield, CA 93301.

Mailing address of business: 3305 Spring View Street, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANT: Pamela Cole, 3305 Spring View Street, Bakersfield, CA 93311. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 11/11/10.

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: Pamela Cole. This statement filed on 11/15/2010. Expires 11/15/2015.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier December 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2010.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: JASON THOELE, BROKER (2010B7048) Street address of principal place of business: 5401 Business Park South, Suite 208, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 22202, Bakersfield, CA 93390.

REGISTRANT: Angie Noteboom, 15401 Mabel Court, Bakersfield, CA 93314.

A,

Individual. Date the business commenced: 10/28/2010. 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: Angie Noteboom. This statement filed on 11/22/2010. Expires 11/22/2015.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier December 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2010.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: KINGS CHEMICAL SERVICE (2010-B6951), DBA #2: JASON KING (2010-B6952) Street address of principal place of business: 6304 Bellorita Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address of business: 6304 Bellorita Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306.

REGISTRANT: Jason Bergstrom, 6304 Bellorita Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306.

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: Jason Bergstrom. This statement filed on 11/17/2010. Expires 11/17/2015.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk.

G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier December 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2010.

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