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Group against teen suicides holds huge inspirational meet

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Kirk Turnipseed of Wofford Heights caught these fine Alpers trophy trout recently, the largest being 2.2 pounds, at Tillie Creek Campground. He used a spinner with salmon eggs. Trout fishing is reported to be very good. See Mike Mencarini’s fishing column on page 5.

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The Hear Us Movement gathered strongly on Jan. 27 at Kern Valley High School’s Fine Arts Building to share feelings about teen suicides. From the moment of arrival, it was clear that the meeting was by and for the students of the Kern Valley. Prior to the designated start time, only students were allowed into the building. Then at 6 p.m., adults were allowed to enter. There were two tiers of seating. The student seating was in the front and the adults were invited to sit on the back tier.

About 120 students and 120 adults attended the meeting. Besides parents, the adults included teachers, school staff, local counselors, Sheriff’s deputies, local firefighters, and senior citizens. Extra chairs had to be set up to accommodate everyone.

The Hear Us Movement started on Dec. 2 after a community meeting sparked by two local high school student suicides. Those who wanted to speak found that meeting to be very disappointing because they were not heard. That inspired the "Hear Us" idea in the minds of Neal and Amie Preston. Preston shared the idea with Scott Siddle, and Neal and Scott shared it with five students, who loved the idea. The first meeting was four weeks ago, on Jan. 6. They meet after school every Thursday. Each meeting is a little different, but always includes at least one student with prepared remarks about how they are feeling, and all in attendance are invited to share their feelings on “Thought Cards.” This evening's question was,

See HEAR US, Page 2 The Lake Isabella branch of AltaOne Credit Union closed Monday due to unspecified damage from recent storms. AltaOne is calling it a temporary closure. There is no word yet as to whether or not Alta One will reopen its Lake Isabella branch in that building, but it has announced in a letter to account holders that a temporary service site has been secured in Lake Isabella, at 5640 A3 Lake Isabella Blvd. Until it opens, however, the Kernville branch will be open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

KR Preserve presents birding program Feb. 5 The Friends of the Kern River Preserve will hold another free monthly family nature exploration on Saturday, February 5 from 9 to 11 a.m.

Birds are one of the most fascinating groups in the animal kingdom, magical jewels that fill our yards with movement and color. Come learn how to identify the dozens of species of birds in Kern River Valley backyards from Alison Sheehey, Outreach Director at the Audubon Kern River Preserve.

This will be an interactive three-part workshop.

1. Binocular use (please bring your binoculars if you have them... we have some to borrow if you don't own a pair).

Many people find it frustrating to see through binoculars. There are four simple yet critical steps to make it a joyous experience. You will be taken through these steps.

2. Watching birds and seeing field marks are two different things. Many of us learn to see the whole bird and put a name on it. That works but takes a long time. Learn how to observe different parts of birds to create the whole picture and then use a field guide to find the bird.

3. After learning how to use a field

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guide, take a walk with an expert, learn birding etiquette and get help identifying any species seen.

For those interested, after a lunch break we can visit some of the hot spots around Isabella Reservoir to see more species. Please RSVP for this part of the session.

Monthly events are free and appropriate for ages 5 and up. All interested persons (children are welcome but those under 14 must be accompanied by an adult).

All of the Friends of the Kern River Preserve events are held outdoors at the Audubon Kern River Preserve headquarters. Please dress for cold to warm weather, bring drinks, a picnic lunch, sunscreen and bug spray. Binoculars, camera and a field guide are always a good idea if you have them.

For more information please contact the Friends of the Preserve at 1-760-3782029 or krpfriends@audubon.org.

The Kern River Preserve is at 18747 Highway 178 in Weldon. Look for a large Audubon California sign at the entrance to the Kern River Preserve. The entrance is 100 feet west of Kelso Valley Road. Turn on the dirt easement road and drive 0.2 miles to the parking area inside the forest.

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Find a map of the valley and basic valley info on our welcome page.

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The Courier Calendar has moved to page 3, with mayor event info.

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Half a page of Letters to the Courier for your perusal.

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Want to know where the garage sales are going to be? The Courier Marketplace page.

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

Storage, Isabella Reservoir 220,016 acre-feet.

(Low point was 155,858 ac-ft. Nov. 26. Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit is 360,000 ac.-ft.)

Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 1005 cfs (5-hr avg.)

Outflow, Lower Kern 1004 cfs

The Acorn Woodpecker is seen around Kern County quite frequently. The Kern River Preserve is an excellent place to observe birds in their natural habitat.

Photo courtesy Bob Steele Photography

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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strong, but I have the same feelings and fears as our students. But I leave with a little less fear and a little more hope. We have amazing children in our community; let them be amazing."

Alyson Borthick spoke about peer pressure on teens. She said that Hear Us helps us to crush the walls of separation. She summed it up by saying, "Little acts of kindness will keep the hope alive. You never know how something so simple can change someone's life."

Dugan Whistler, who is also a local California Highway Patrol officer, then came back up to explain his feelings. One thing he noted was, "We need to respect fear, and learn from fear, but not let fear define you." He believes that we all need to try to do something nice each day, to say a positive word or offer help. It will make you feel good and help the other person and just be an inspiration. He admonished that we just need to take the time. This prompted Neal Preston to tell a story about being a 5'4" freshman 16 years ago and being rescued from the trash can by a then-senior named Jason Williams.

A video of Kern Valley students, parents and friends was shown. The theme of the video was hope. They answered questions like, "What do you think about suicide?" One student summed it up: "Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem." Other students noted how Hear Us is a place to be heard and to hear others. Dugan Whistler reflected that after it happened, "We decided as a family we had to let it make us better, we were a good family before,

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Auction items: 2 limited editions by Debra Wiruth from her gallery • 2 night stay at the Kern Lodge • 3-day, 2-night stay at the Tropicana in Las Vegas • Half-day pontoon boat rental • & many more valuable items Advance tickets Couple $25, Individual $15 (each comes with a free bribe) Fundraiser for the Whiskey Flat Mayor candidacy of Mercantile Frank and Millinery Dolly, representing the REVA Co-op's mission of diminishing the overpopulation of unwanted dogs and cats in our valley by spaying and neutering. Make a powerful statement about love!

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"What do you hope for, and how do we get there?" Previous questions have been "What's on your heart?"

"What inspires you?" and "What are your fears?" Thought Cards are read at each meeting so everyone gets heard, even if they are too timid or embarrassed to share out loud.

Robbie Fisher, a Kern Valley High School senior, introduced the meeting. Included in his remarks, Fisher stated, "We don't want to feel like that ever again."

There was a student-led skit, showing two student friends, and one becomes surrounded by depression, anger, heartbreak, drugs and alcohol. The friend tries to set the other student free, and is unable.

Then the friend enlists the help of his mother, counselor, pastor, coach, officer and teacher. Fisher then went on to explain that kids talk through their clothes, music, and some things they do. He used a ping pong ball as an example and said that when teens don't have anyone to talk to and stomped the ball, demonstrating what can happen. He said that Hear Us is a place where kids can talk and ignite hope.

Neal Preston introduced Dugan and Jennifer Whistler, parents of one of the students who committed suicide. They have attended three of the four Hear Us events. She said when she heard about the first suicide, she thought about how terrible it was and cried, and then when it happened in her home she thought that she could never go on. She said, "This isn't the parents, siblings, friends or the community's fault."

She said the students that killed themselves, or attempted to, just forgot how much they are loved. She said Hear Us showed her that "I am

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The Courier Calendar Public meetings and events Astronomy Star Party to be held on Sat., Feb. 5 The KRV Astronomy Club will be holding a star party at their dark skies spot on the upper Kern River on Saturday, Feb. 5 at dusk.

All those who are interested in seeing the galaxies and constellations are invited. Telescopes will be set up. Drive 12 miles north of Kernville and look for the orange cones (Fairview heliport.) Clouds will cancel the event. Call (760) 376-1291 for more information.

McCarthy staff to hold office hours locally on Feb. 17 A Field Representative for Congressman Kevin McCarthy will hold office hours in Lake Isabella on Thursday, Feb. 17 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the County Complex. Contact Vince Fong, District Director for Congressman McCarthy at (661) 327-3611.

Whiskey Flat Days coming Feb. 18-21 Whiskey Flat Days is always held on Presidents Day Weekend in February. The 54th Annual Whiskey Flat Days will be held February 18-21, 2011, and the theme is "Goin' To The Dogs".

Take a step back in time and celebrate life in the 1860s. This oldfashioned, western style festival includes a parade, gunfighters, carnival, music, vendors, and a Whiskey Flat Encampment.

Enter the Epitaph Contest, Frog Jumpin' Contest, Whiskerino Contest, and more! Be here to find out who will be our next Honorary Mayor of Whiskey Flat!

Put on by the Kernville Chamber of Commerce, (760) 376-2629.

KRV Woman’s Club fashion show and luncheon Feb. 18 The Kern River Valley Woman’s Club invites the community to the Annual Whiskey Flat Days Fashion Luncheon on Friday, Feb. 18, at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights. Lunch will be served at noon but the doors will open at 10am. The Fashion Show will follow lunch. The Parade Grand Marshal will be our honored guest and the candidates for

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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 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.

• 4 p.m., Narcotics Anonymous Youth Group , Youth Center, 378-2815.

• 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.

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. 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. 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,

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.

• 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.

• 5:30 p.m. LapBand Support Group, hospical cafeteria, (760) 379-2681 2nd Wed. • 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 - 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.

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Upcoming Whiskey Flat Mayor candidate events Mean River Gene and Whitewater Whitman

Mercantile Frank and Millinery Dolly

• Sat. Feb. 5: Kern River Golf Course, Kernville, 5 p.m. Auction.

• Sun. Feb. 6: Super Bowl party at Ewing’s in Kernville.

• Sat. Feb. 12: “Man Auction” at Ewing’s restaurant, Kernville, 6 p.m.

• Mon. Feb. 14: Dinner and dance at McNally’s restaurant on the upper river, 5 p.m.

• Sat. Feb. 5: Mt. Mesa Lanes, “Bowling For Pets.” Noon to 5 p.m. RSVP by Feb. 5.

• Sun. Feb. 6: Mt. Mesa Lanes, 3 to 7 p.m.

Tickets will be available for an Acer 10 inch laptop notebook to be raffled off on Feb. 20.

• Sat. Feb. 12: Sweetheart Dinner at Family Life Center, Wofford Heights, 5 to 8 p.m.

• Sun. Feb. 13: Chatterbox Cafe, Wofford Heights, lunch from 11:30 to 2.

The candidates are listed in no particular order. In the interest of fairness to all, the order will be switched each week until Whiskey Flat Days (in Kernville Feb. 18-21). For information about Whiskey Flat Days, call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce at (760) 376-2629.

Mailing: P.O. Box 1145 Wofford Heights, CA 93285 Office: 6392B Wofford Blvd.

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In a large bowl mix all ingredients except bacon. Pour mixture into casserole dish which has been sprayed with cooking spray, top with bacon slices and bake in 350 degree preheated oven for about 1 hour or until bacon is cooked and the franks are done.

Bodfish Bob's Creamy Potato Soup 8 slices bacon 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Dash pepper 3 medium red potatoes, peeled and cubed 1 cup sour cream 1 cup chopped onions 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 cups milk

In a 3 quart saucepan place cubed potatoes, onions, salt and pepper.

Add water to the top of potatoes and cook slowly until potatoes are tender.

While potatoes are cooking, fry bacon and set aside until cool.

Crumble when cool enough to handle. When potatoes and onions are tender, add chicken soup, milk, bacon and sour cream. Stir well after each addition. Heat to serving temperature. You may sprinkle shredded cheese on top if you like.

Previews of new DVDs

by DNA Smith New DVDs reviewed in this column will be available in stores the week of Feb. 8.

PICKS OF THE WEEK "Unstoppable" (PG-13) -- If you like movies about runaway trains and the determined Choo-Choo Boys charged with stopping them, then Boy Howdy, have I got the perfect film for you.

In "Unstoppable," an unmanned train carrying tons of deadly chemicals is barreling across the countryside. Engineer Denzel Washington and conductor Chris Pine are the only two people who can save Scranton from going up in flames and being awash in steaming toxic death -and never have I wanted two people to fail more.

"Waiting for Chris Pine Superman" (PG) - In "Waiting for Superman," Davis Guggenheim, director of "An Inconvenient Truth," the Academy Award-winning documentary on climate change, turns his sights on America's ailing education system.

In this controversial documentary, Guggenheim suggests that one of the major problems with education today is teachers unions, which protect bad teachers all for the sake of perpetuating tenure agreements. He also is a proponent of the charter school system, which hasn't been proven to be substantially better than public schools. The lottery system used to pick the students is absolutely soul-crushing to watch.

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While it's clear that Guggenheim has an agenda, "Superman" isn't one of those Michael Moore-style films that are long on propaganda and short on facts. No matter where you stand on the issue, this film is sure to provoke thoughtful and passionate discussion.

"Dr. Who: A Christmas Carol" (Unrated) -- It's Christmas Eve, and honeymooners Amy Pond and Rory Williams are aboard a luxury cruise ship that becomes disabled by a mysterious cloud formation above the surface of an alien planet. They and the ship's 4,000 passengers have less than an hour before they crash.

Filled with whimsy, pathos and humor, this Christmas special is a delight for adults and children alike.

TV SERIES "The Twilight Zone" Season 3 "Around the World in 80 Days" The Complete Epic Mini-Series "Top Gear" Complete Seasons 14 and 15 "Spin City" Season Four "The Fugitive" The Fourth and Final Season, Volume Two "Murphy's Law" Series Three "Paddington Bear" Complete Classic Series "He-Man and The Masters of the Universe" Season One "Johnny Test" Complete First and Second Seasons "Sabrina the Animated Series" A Touch of Magic "Taggart" Complete Original Series Starring Mark McManus c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Crumble the bacon and sprinkle over the top.

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Courier Fishing Report

Trout are still the way to go Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier columnist

The past few days have seemed like semi-spring, but let's not get lulled into a false season. The warmer weather has been beneficial to the crappie bite. This past week has been pretty good at French Gulch Marina, on the Mike Mencarini docks. My good friend, Pastor James, and I fished the docks several times this week, catching lots of really nice crappie, some weighing in the 1 pound class. The best day was the worst weather of the last front.

With 13 crappie averaging 1 poind, these fish are ready to spawn and were caught in 20 feet of water. A few places that you could try fishing from shore would be the rock point just north of North Fork Marina, Piney Point. If fishing from a boat, Rocky Point, the trees between Camp Nine and the marina at North Fork are good places to start looking.

Everyone I had contact with around the lake over the weekend that were fishing all had at least a few trout on their stringers. This included all the usual places -Boulder Gulch, Auxiliary Dam, B.S.

Beach, Paradise Cove, Red's Marina, Main Launch. My best tip would be to look for those fishing on sandy beaches, or where there are several people fishing in a particular area.

This time of year, the weather patterns change every few days. The most effective way to keep catching fish is to fish as often as possible and keep in mind that all fish do not feed at the same time, so there is always someone hungry.

Weather conditions have subdued most bass fishermen this past week. Those who braved the winterlike conditions reported little or no action on the largemouths. The overall consensus seems to be that if you want to catch fish, trout fishing from shore is your best bet. After talking to the warden, and most of us know who I'm referring to, you would be best advised to obey all Fish & Game laws.

Here is some very good news for you Derby hopefuls. The trout that are being raised for the Derby in April are much larger this year. If all things go right, they should be in the 1 pound or better class by the middle of April. A final note -- thanks to all who sponsor the Derby.

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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Letters to the Courier Dear Kern River Courier, Your reporting on the (bike) park of recent (Courier, Jan. 28) is exceedingly flawed. It is obvious that due diligence to get the facts have not come into play here. In fact, before you lie about the ABA verses NBL thing, you might want to get the facts straightened out. I’m sure ABA would take serious issue with you reporting without at least asking them if any of that rubbish were true. You are basing your reporting on a bias that leans towards Chris Brayman and the CRF. You are obviously taking what they are feeding you as fact without doing your homework. This is not true reporting and is quite sad. I just hope the ABA does not hold you liable.

By the way, I have a contract in my possession that was signed by Chris Brayman and Jill Sloan (as chamber president) with the ABA that supersedes any other contracts (dated 4-1-10 which was also prior to the CRF coming on board).

I that contract they made it clear that there were mountain bike skills courses and pump tracks. Guess what? ABA was fine with that and the contract was excepted and signed on 4-10-2010 by the ABA CEO. But then, you didn’t ask anyone for facts regarding ABA did you?

Also, it is not 99.00, it is 130.00 for NBL! Also, it is not free, it is typically 5-6 for practicing and 5-6 for races (to pay for awards) with NBL. If you do a proper comparison of 9 weeks of racing it would like this – ABA 45.00 for membership and 9 x $10.00 a race is 90 bucks = $135.00 NBL is 130.00 for membership and 9 x $6.00 a race is 54 bucks = $184.00 OH wait a minute, you didn’t do any fact checking!

Brad Alexander (via e-mail) Kernville Dear Kern River Courier, Charlies Market Is Open, someone is spreading a rumor about Charlies Market closing. This is not true. Charlies Market in Wofford Heights is open and he’s looking forward to seeing you all so stop by and see him and try some of his amazing food and do a little shopping. To whomever is spreading the rumor, please stop, you are messing with people’s livelihood; that is not right. FROM A LOYAL CUSTOMER AND HER FAMILY. Charlie will also be celebrating his 25th anniversary sometime in February.

Theresa Kulsicavage and family Wofford Heights Dear Kern River Courier,

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I would like to publicly give a deep, heartfelt thank you to Bob Burkhart and all of his kitchen crew, as well as the many volunteers connected to the Pregnancy Resource Center (PRC) of The Kern River Valley for all the cheerfully given work they put into our spaghetti dinner fund-raiser on Saturday, January 22 at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. We began serving meals at 4 p.m., and by the close of the evening at 7 p.m. we had served over 120 dinners. Throughout the evening names were drawn for door prizes of goodies prepared by our volunteer, Pat Edwards, and at the end of the evening names were drawn for nine raffle prizes.

Those in attendance had a wonderful time of good food and fellowship, and there was a lot of laughter and visiting the entire evening. Once our final bills are paid, we will have cleared more than $1,000.00; this will go a long way in helping us to obtain supplies for the center, which in turn will enable us to help those in our community who find themselves in situations that may involve an unplanned pregnancy. It will help us obtain equipment for training others to be volunteer peer counselors. It will help us to plan and present classes on parenting, abstinence, and post-abortion Bible studies. It will help us to be that safe place for someone to go when they simply need a loving and attentive ear to listen as they sort through their feelings and figure out how they should proceed with their life.

So to the kitchen crew and all other volunteers: thank you: it was a job very well done! We are proud to be associated with you, and couldn't have done the fundraiser without you. To those who attended or gave a donation: Thank you for supporting the Pregnancy Resource Center, as together we can make a difference in the lives of many.

If you are interested in learning more about the PRC, please call the Center at 379-8893 and leave a message…we will return your call! If you'd like to receive our monthly newsletter, email me at prckrv@yahoo.com, and I will add your email to our list. If you don't have email, call me with your mailing address, and we'll be happy to send it to you each month.

Myrtle Pierce Executive Director, PRC Dear Kern River Courier, As we enter a new year, the Board of Directors of the Friends of the Hatchery would like to thank the following businesses for their support in 2010. First we would like to thank Sierra Gateway Market for their generous contribution of hot dogs and buns, without which we could not feed our visitors during the Trout Festival and the Cartwright–Hays Special Needs Fishing Day. Additionally, we would like to thank the True Value Home Center, Primo’s Liquor and Deli, Johnstone’s Stationery, and El Jacalito Mexican Grill for their non-monetary donations.

Last but not least, thank you to the management and staff of the Kernville Hatchery for providing the fish for the Whiskey Flat Days fishing pool, support during the Special Needs Fishing Day, and the fish that keep our visitors returning to the Valley.

Saul McGarity, President and Linda Kubisiak, Secretary Friends of the Hatchery

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Courier chuckle of the week: “My father carries around the picture of the kid that came with his wallet.”

-- Rodney Dangerfield

See Page 10 for answers to puzzles

Salome’s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) St. Valentine's Day magic rules the entire week for romantic Rams and Ewes. Music, which is the food of love, is also strong.

The weekend offers news.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your aspects favor the arts -- which the Divine Bovine loves, loves, loves.

Also, for those looking for romantic love, Cupid is available for requests.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Loving commitments continue to grow stronger. Ditto budding relationships. A recent move to help start up a new career-linked direction could soon begin to show signs of progress.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Single Moon Children might be eager to take that proverbial chance on love. But your more serious side will feel better if you take things slowly and give your moonstruck self more time.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) It's a love fest for Leos and Leonas this week. And with matchmaking friends, single Simbas searching for romance shouldn't have too far to look.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) More understanding on both sides can work miracles in restoring ailing relationships to health. Make the first move, and you'll be closer to your much-wanted reunion.

Kern River Courier

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Accept the fact that you are worthy of being loved, and you'll find proof in what is revealed to you over the course of the week. Also accept a compliment offered with great sincerity.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Planning to take a new direction in life is exciting. And so is a new awareness of someone's special affection.

Expect a slow and mostly steady development.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Although you might still feel you weren't treated quite right in a recent matter, all that will work out in time. Meanwhile, enjoy the week's special qualities and potentials.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Deciding not to give up on a troubling romantic situation helps start the healing process. Expect to find some valuable insight into yourself.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) The week is filled with positive potentials, but it's up to you to make the right choices. The advice of someone who truly cares for you can be priceless.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) It's a good time to make yourself available to possibilities of the romantic kind. Already paired? Good. In that case, be sure to reassure that special person of your feelings.

BORN THIS WEEK: Your generosity gladdens the hearts of others, and you bask in their joy. c) 2011King Features Synd., Inc.

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Trivia Test

By Fifi Rodriguez 1. MUSIC: How many strings does a ukulele have?

2. MATH: What is the equivalent of the Roman numeral D? 3. RELIGION: Who is the patron saint of physicians?

4. LITERATURE: Who wrote the play "Timon of Athens"?

5. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What does the Geneva cross symbolize?

6. HISTORY: When did the Erie Canal open?

Answers:

1. Four 2. 500 3. St. Luke 4. Shakespeare 5. Neutrality 6. 1825

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(c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Personal, Business, Corporate (760) 549-0270 / (760) 417-0392 __________________________ LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRIC Quality Work Fair Prices Call Ross (760) 981-3361 License #708148

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Other spaces also available! _________________________ Mobile Home 1/bd in beautiful Kernville on the River! Vacation or Permanent. Only $2,950. Call (760) 376-2345. _________________________ Kernville - On the River! Large 1/bd 12'x 50' Mobile Home.

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(760) 379-2092 _________________________ Kernville - Hi-Ho 50+ Mobile Home Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $450/mo + deposit and utilities.

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Public Notice Desperately looking for the 2 women who were almost run off the road by a driver in a yellow or light colored sports car & who also witnessed the Mitsubishi Eclypse accident near the Onyx Emporium on Hwy 178, Fri. 1/28, at approx.

4pm. Pls call Sandra Murray @ 760-379-5778 or 760-549-3360

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Beautiful 31' Sandpiper RV. 1991, double doors, air cond. Set up in Kernville. "Walk to town/Fish from home." Only $4,950. Permanent or Vacation.

Call (760) 376-2345. Others available too! _________________________ 36' NuWA Hitchehiker 5th wheel trailer w/slide out, new furnace, a/c, 2 TV's, washer/dryer, micro, tub & shower, new cellular blinds. $8,500 obo 760-376-2927

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

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Obituary notices Noah Daniel Noble Sept. 11, 1982 - Jan. 26, 2011 Our wonderful son, friend, brother, grandson, mate, belayer and beautiful human passed from this earth on Jan. 26, 2011. Noah, always sure on his feet on snowboards or mountaintops, slipped on some stairs, lost consciousness and died immediately.

Noah was born in Bakersfield, son of Lee Noble and Elizabeth Szymanski. Noah lived in Wofford Heights for most of his boyhood.

He enjoyed working in Grandma Lucia’s back yard and eating fresh peaches.

Noah and his mom moved to Colorado where Noah graduated from Sand Creek High School and then went on to college at Colorado State University, Fort Collins, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in natural resources. Through selected internships, he solidified his career decision to carefully manage earth’s resources. Noah’s ability to communicate as well as his passion and commitment would have made him a vital force in that chosen career.

Noah lived life as an adventurer on all fronts. He took wonderful journeys to Australia, Fiji, Thailand, Malaysia, India and Cambodia.

Everywhere Noah went he turned strangers into friends. So enthralled in travel, surely in the land of endless smiles, his was one of the brightest. Noah also rode his bike through Vietnam, tackling as many as 120 kilometers a day, loaded with all his gear. He journeyed over a thousand miles and wanted to go more, but was called home by family matters. He met fellow kindred spirits on his journey, making connections that should easily have lasted a lifetime.

Noah met a sweetheart on his trip to Thailand and Josephine came over here from Sweden to spend more great times. They climbed together throughout California. Love and trust are great things to build hanging from 160 feet of rope.

Noah is survived by his parents Elizabeth Szymanski and Lee Noble; his brothers Aaron and Victor; and sisters Ali, Yetlanezi and Amalinalli. His cousin, Lyman Petersen, was like a brother and a twin, born just a month after Noah. His grandparents, Lucia and Stan Szymanski and Veronica Noble, also loved Noah very much. Other family members devastated by his passing are stepmoms Lisa and Fabiola; Uncle Stan and Aunt Rosa; Aunt Lucette; Aunt Rita and Uncle Paul; Uncle Dan and Aunt Gina from Nebraska; Uncle John from Washington; Aunt Linda of Palo Alto, Calif.; Uncle Dan and Aunt Tina and Ceasar and Sophia Lanzi from Vancouver. We all love you, Noah.

No flowers, please, but a kind donation to your local food bank would be great.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 5, at St. Jude Catholic Church in Wofford Heights.

Robert Anthony Cauley Dec. 22, 1966 - Jan. 13, 2011 In Loving Memory Robert was born on Dec. 22, 1966 to Anthony M. and Lynn D. Cauley in Bellflower, Calif., and passed away in Lake Isabella on Jan. 13, 2011.

Robert was raised in Long Beach, Calif. and graduated from Jordan High School. He is survived by his father, mother and brothers Steven and Gregory.

A mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Jan. 24, 2011 at 1 p.m. at All Souls Mortuary Chapel in Long Beach with Fr. Francis Ilano officiating.

Interment was at All Souls Catholic Cemetery.

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2011

Saturday, February 26, 2011 Kern Valley High School Track Registration: 7:00 - 8:30am (Team Managers only) Heart Walk: 9:00 - 10:30am Entry: $50.00 per team team of 4 walkers & 1 manager or $10:00 per person for individual walkers

Lots of Prizes & Surprises!!!

Free Lunch: to all walkers & managers.

Addition lunches available for $4.00 each

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For team info call 760-376-4419

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The Foundation was incorporated under the California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation Law. It is organized for the charitable purposes only within the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 allowing the Foundation to become a 501(c)(3) organization.

Contributions are deductible under Section 170(c)(2) of the IRS Code of 1954.

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Things I Have Noticed...

Whiskey Flat Mayor will be in attendance. Tickets at $15 are available from any board member. For further information, please call Event Chair Marian DeMars at 376-4578.

Visit Nuui Cunni booth during Whiskey Flat Days The Nuui Cunni Native American Cultural Center will be holding special activities during Whiskey Flat Days in their tent in Circle Park. On Saturday, Feb. 19 and Sunday, Feb. 20 they will demonstrate clap stick making, bull roar making, 4 directions beading, drum making and medicine bag making, as well as Pakanapul language lessons and local Native American history.

Feb. 26 Hospital Foundation Heart Walk wants your team The Kern Valley Hospital Foundation will again hold its annual Heart Walk at the Kern Valley High School track on Saturday, Feb. 26. There is a $50 fee for a team of four walkers and one manager, or you can walk individually for $10 per person. This entitles the walker to a free lunch for all walkers and managers. Additional meals are $4 each. There are donations to a team's charity which is separate from the walking fee of $10. 60% of any donation amount goes to the team's charity with the Foundation receiving 40%. In addition, the Hospital Foundation is looking for businesses and individuals to be sponsors. Sponsorships can be purchased for $25 to $1,000 or more. The Foundation’s mission is to purchase needed dquipment for Kern Valley Hospital. Call Sonia at (760) 382-8385 for packets.

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MOVEMENT continued from page 2 but this had to make us better." He also noted, "We may not have all the answers but we have hope."

Preston then introduced Jim Ranger, a Bakersfield worship leader (some in the crowd recognized him as a Season 9 “American Idol” contestant.) He said that he and about 40 others in Bakersfield people were affected by the Hear Us Movement, and it has touched their lives. He sang some songs that he wrote. One line that was memorable was, "When I face the night, at least I have the stars."

Scott Siddle said that the students have a vision to see Hear Us move beyond the Kern Valley and that people in New York and Colorado already want to do something like this. He then asked those in attendance if they could financially help the group.

Robbie Fisher led the crowd in a Hear Us Movement chant to close out the meeting.

Friday, February 4, 2011

Flight of the Fleeing Flies Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

I've noticed that they are so common we we tend to ignore them. But they're there. Flies, lots of them, all kinds of them.

Tse Tse flies, house flies, horseflies, fireflies and many more. They fly, they buzz, they land, they're everywhere.

Middleworth But have you ever given thought as to the real story of the hapless flies? Nobody loves them, or likes them, when they get pesky we take a fly swatter and splat – they're toast! No remorse on our part, no guilt, and no regret concerning the life we've taken.

Now, think about it from the fly's point of view. Suppose the fly is you and you're out on your daily flight, looking for stuff to wallow around in, when suddenly you see a coffee table that looks like a great landing field. You glide in, make a perfect eight point landing and start brushing your legs together, preparing to spread some germs. Suddenly you hear a swishing sound, feel the air pressure difference and you look up. There, descending at about100 miles an hour, is a great big flyswatter. Your little fly life is doomed. As you look at the weapon hurtling downward, your life flashes before each of your multiple eyes.

(This takes a while.) Finally, you start your escape, but it’s too late. Splat! Your next stop is fly heaven, or some lesser place depending if you're a bornagain fly or not. Church flies feel there is an afterlife for flies and “splat” is not the end of it all. There has to be a place for little flysouls to go! At least they hope so, I’m sure.

Meanwhile, the killers (humans) have left squashed little fly bodies on the coffee table and everywhere. There is no crying at the altar, no wailing at the wall, there is no funeral service and later you're swept off the table into a trash can.

There is no investigation, no posters with rewards for the apprehension of the serial killer of innocent flies. You don't live long anyway, and it seems a shame to cut short your tiny span of existence by some weapon (flyswatter) wielding homo sapien.

So... we humans might keep the above in mind as summer approaches and the fly population begins to swell. Knowing we will probably continue our wicked ways, at least we can think about what we're doing and be selective, remembering the famous words of Mowshe the Master Fly: "Let my people go, or at least some of them!”

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

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: GOLDEN STATE PC REPAIR (2010 - B7555) Street address of principal place of business: 23381 Bunker Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

Mailing address of business: 23381 Bunker Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

REGISTRANT: Matthew Sgherzi, 23381 Bunker Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 12/13/2010.

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: Matthew Sgherzi. This statement filed on 12/28/2010. Expires 12/28/2015.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier January 14, 21, 28, and February 4, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: WILLIAM HICKLE AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY (2011 - B0090) Street address of principal place of business: 7935 West Church Avenue, Inyokern, CA 93527.

Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 526, Inyokern, CA 93527.

REGISTRANT: William H. Hickle, 7935 West Church Avenue, Inyokern, CA 93527. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 01/01/2011.

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: William H. Hickle. This statement filed on 01/06/2011. Expires 01/06/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier January 14, 21, 28, and February 4, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: HUNTER'S HAVEN (2010 - B7541) Street address of principal place of business: 4525 State Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address of business: 4525 State Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANTS: Kevin Clough, 10400 Rose River Falls Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312 and John Loucks, 10400 Rose River Falls Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. B - General Partnership.

Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Kevin Clough. This statement filed on 12/27/2010.

Expires 12/27/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier January 14, 21 and 28, and February 4, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: CAD DESIGN (2011 - B0114)

Street address of principal place of business: 5060 California Avenue, Suite 170, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

Mailing address of business: 5060 California Avenue, Suite 170, Bakersfield, CA 93309. REGISTRANT: Robert Tupac, 5060 California Avenue, Suite 170, 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: Robert Tupac. This statement filed on 01/06/2011. Expires 01/06/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier January 14, 21, 28, and February 4, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: GYPSIES (2011 - B0124) Street address of principal place of business: 5116 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Unit C, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: 5116 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Unit C, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Rebecca McTigue, 1156 West Ave J12, Lancaster, CA 93534. 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: Rebecca McTigue. This statement filed on 01/07/2011. Expires 01/07/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier January 14, 21, 28, and February 4, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: TATTOO CULTURE COUTURE (2011 - B0123) Street address of principal place of business: 5116 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Unit A, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: 5116 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Unit A, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Rebecca McTigue, 1156 West Ave J12, Lancaster, CA 93534. 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: Rebecca McTigue. This statement filed on 01/07/2011. Expires 01/07/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier January 14, 21, 28, and February 4, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: 69FANTASIES (2011-B0085), DBA #2: 69DESIRES (2011-B0086) Street address of principal place of business:

5500 Tyner Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93307. Mailing address of business: 5500 Tyner Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93307.

REGISTRANT: Edward Thomas, Jr., 5500 Tyner Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93307.

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: Edward Thomas, Jr. This statement filed on 01/05/2011. Expires 01/05/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. V. Zuniga.

Published by the Kern River Courier January 21, 28, February 4 and 11, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: EVERYTHING FOR THE HOME (2011 - B0183) Street address of principal place of business: 1019 Canyon Drive East, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 2655, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

REGISTRANTS: Mark Clemens, 1019 Canyon Drive East, Tehachapi, CA 93561 and Kimberly Clemens, 1019 Canyon Drive East, Tehachapi, CA 93561. I - Husband and Wife.

Date the business commenced: 01/01/2011. 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: Mark Clemens. This statement filed on 01/11/2011. Expires 01/11/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier January 21, 28, February 4 and 11, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: CHINA LAKE FUNERAL HOME (2011-B0389), DBA #2: CHINA LAKE MORTUARY (2011-B0390), DBA#3: CHINA LAKE CREMATION & FUNERAL HOME (2011B0391) Street address of principal place of business: 1439 North China Lake Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address of business: 3641 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Betty Guidry, 3641 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. 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: Betty Guidry. This statement filed on 01/18/2011. Expires 01/18/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk.

G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier January 21, 28, February 4 and 11, 2011.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF EDWARD STEVEN PAJAK - CASE NO: S-1500-PB-59353 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors,

contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of EDWARD STEVEN PAJAK. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: TANYA STOWE in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN. THE PETITION for Probate requests that TANYA STOWE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held on: February 17, 2011 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1415 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301, Metropolitan Division.

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner: David A. Esquibias, Esq. Law Offices of David A. Esquibias 2625 Townsgate Road, Suite 330 Westlake Village, CA 91361 (805) 267-1141 (Published: Kern River Courier: January 28, February 4 and 11, 2011) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: FLOWER POWER APRONS (2011 - B0336) Street address of principal place of business: 43 Pine Drive, Kernville, CA 93238.

Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 882, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT: Jan Mazzone. 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: Jan Mazzone. This statement filed on 01/14/2011.

Expires 01/14/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: LITTLE SUNSHINE STUDIO (2011 - B0295) Street address of principal place of business: 416 Abigail Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555.

Mailing address of business: 416 Abigail Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555.

REGISTRANT: Leslie Welles, 416 Abigail Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555.

A-Individual. Date the business commenced: 11/01/2010. 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: Leslie A. Welles. This statement filed on 01/13/2011. Expires 01/13/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: MOJAVE MEDICAL CENTER (2010 - B7595) Street address of principal place of business: 16914 Highway 14, Mojave, CA 93501.

Mailing address of business: 41019 Woodshire Drive, Palmdale, CA 93551. REGISTRANT: Ashmead Ali, 41019 Woodshire Drive, Palmdale, CA 93551. 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: Ashmead Ali, M.D.. This statement filed on 12/29/2010. Expires 12/29/2015.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: BOWLES FINANCIAL & INSURANCE GROUP, INC. (2011 - B0427) Street address of principal place of business: 200 New Stine Road, Suite 150, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: 200 New Stine Road, Suite 150, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

REGISTRANT: Bowles Financial & Insurance Group, Inc., 200 New Stine Road, Suite 150, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

FCorporation. Date the business commenced: 02/01/2008. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Mike Bowles, President. This statement filed on 01/20/2011.

Expires 01/20/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By V. Zuniga. Published by the Kern River Courier January 28, February 4, 11 and 18, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: OILDALE FITNESS (2011 B0285), DBA #2: TEHACHAPI FITNESS (2011 - B0286), DBA #3: ENCORE MUSIC ACADEMY (2011 - B0287), DBA #4: ENCORE MUSIC SERVICES (2011 - B0288).

Street address of principal place of business: 20302 Valley Boulevard, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

Mailing address of business: 5437 Adolphus Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308.

REGISTRANT: Janssen Fitness Centers, Inc., 5437 Adolphus Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308.

FCorporation. Date the business commenced: 10/04/2010. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name state-

ment 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: Craig M. Janssen, CFO. This statement filed on 01/12/2011. Expires 01/12/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES. (2011 - B0472) Street address of principal place of business: 8711 Shore View Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of business: 8711 Shore View Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Ruth Berkshire, 8711 Shore View Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312.

A-Individual. Date the business commenced: 01/20/2011. 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: Ruth Berkshire. This statement filed on 01/20/2011. Expires 01/20/2016.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Medina. Published by the Kern River Courier February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2011.

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PROFESSIONAL

BUSINESS

BOOKKEEPING SERVICES

LOCAL • EXPERIANCED • ACCURATE

760-223-0024

FEED BARN GROOMING

“Advertise where it counts” 760-376-2860

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❤❤ Yes! were open Monday February 14th for

760-379-1792

Low Weekly Rate Short One Month Commitment

Dianne Storm Owner Dog Grooming • Boarding Kennel • Pet Supplies

Tuessday & Thursday11am to 7pm Saturday 9am to 5pm 7062 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 760-549-2083

Opening

Friday, February 4, 2011

2100 Edith Street Lake Isabella, CA 760-379-4311

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KER R N RIVE

Home of the 40oz.Porterhouse

Sweetheart Special for Two

Two 8oz. Filets with One pound of Alaskan King Crab Legs Soup or Salad, Potato or Rice, Plus our Famous Mud Pie Dessert

$55.95

Prime Rib Served every Thursday 15 miles north of Kernville on Mtn.99 For Reservations

760-376-2430

“Advertise where it counts” 760-376-2860

Valentines Weekend February 10th - 14th Only Thursday, February 10th, 4:30 to 8:00pm Prime Rib Special Friday, February 11th, 4:30 to 9:00pm Saturday, February 12th, 4:30 to 9:00pm Sunday, February 13th, 4:30 to 8:00pm Monday, February 14th, 4:30 to 8:00pm Sweetheart Special for Two

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Whiskey Flat Weekend Thursday, February 17th, 4:30 to 8:00pm Prime Rib Special Friday, February 18th, 4:30 to 9:00pm Saturday, February 19th, 4:30 to 9:00pm Sunday, February 20th, 4:30 to 8:00pm Reservations Suggested

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Looking for that special someone?

Love, marriage, companionship, or friendship?

Place a personal ad in Courier Marketplace for free during the month of February.

Just submit your personal ad to us! (contact information is on page 2)

* Free personal ads are limited to one 5-line Marketplace ad per person, a resident of the Kern River Valley, contain contact information and must be from a legitimate source.

The Kern River Courier reserves the right to refuse any advertising that it deems fraudulent, inappropriate or offensive in nature. Offer ends Tuesday, February 22, 2011. Good Luck!