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Lake Isabella’s weekend weather

Vehicle shore access limited

Fri.: Mostly sunny, high 55. Fri. night: Partly cloudy, low 36. Sat.: Mostly sunny, high near 60. Sat. night: Mostly cloudy, low 35. Sun.: Mostly sunny, high 56. Sun. night: Partly cloudy, low 33. National Weather Service

Terrell makes decision

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Mike Devich Kern River Courier

The shoreline around Isabella Lake will no longer be uncontrolled for motor vehicles, according to a Record of Decision handed down by Sequoia National Forest Supervisor Tina Terrell just before Christmas. However, there will be 16 designated “open areas” around the lake where driving will be allowed. Terrell has decided to implement a Sequoia Motorized Travel Management Plan alternative called Modified Alternative 3. Under her decision, “motor vehicle use will be allowed at Isabella Lake by highway-legal vehicles and will occur in designated areas only within the open areas. Highway-legal motor vehicles

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The Sequoia National Forest has decided to limit motor vehicle access to the lake shore, allowing 16 open areas. Open areas where motor vehicles will be allowed are shown in pink. may travel directly to the water’s edge, following a designated path delineated within the open area. Once near the water’s edge, vehicles will be allowed to travel parallel to and within 300 feet of the water’s edge. The location of the 300-foot-wide designated

Cemetery tools stolen, damage done The Kern River Valley Cemetery in Wofford Heights suffered damage by vandals over Christmas weekend. Structures were damaged extensively and large and small tools were stolen. A reward is being offered for the recovery of the stolen equipment and information that leads to the arrest and prosecution of the vandals. If you saw anything unusual at the cemetery over Christmas, call the cemetery office at (760) 376-2189.

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The VFW in Lake Isabella was packed on Christmas Day. They offered a free dinner to all veterans.

area will be adjusted as the lake level changes. “There may be times of the year when the water level of Isabella Lake is below the

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Man who killed local deputy takes plea deal Willsey may get up to six years in prison Mike Devich Kern River Courier

Daniel Patrick Willsey, the 49-year-old Montrose lawyer whose car crashed into the patrol vehicle of Kern County Sheriff’s deputy Joe Hudnall in the canyon three years ago, has accepted a plea deal for one count of gross vehicular manslaughter while driving under the influence of drugs. According to a report by the Bakersfield Californian, the attorney defendant could be sentenced to prison for up to six years, which is less than he originally faced. The case has been beset by problems with possible mishandling of evidence and by court delays. Willsey has been free on bail most of the time since the crash, said the Californian. Hudnall was a well-liked Kern Valley resident and his death has been a blow to the valley. He had been transporting a prisoner, 18-year-old Grace Brown, from the Kern Valley to Bakersfield when the head-on crash occurred near the mouth of the canyon. Neither were wearing seat belts when the patrol vehicle tumbled down the cliff. Hudnall was killed; Brown was injured. “Hudnall was remembered at his funeral, attended by hundreds of officers, as a family man who loved his job, playing cards, dirt bikes and deep-sea fishing,” said the Californian’s story. Willsey’s BMW was totaled. A loaded sawed-off shotgun was found in his car and he was arrested on various charges. Willsey’s sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 29.

Get healthy by keeping these New Year’s Resolutions.

Summer Campbell tells us about the Winter Gathering of Native Americans.

A most amazing photo was sent to us by Richard McClatchey.

Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 109,797 acre-ft. (Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit 360,000 ac.-ft.) High point was 250,461 ac-ft. June 3. Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 176 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 119 cfs Borel Canal flow 90 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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Louisville Lisa and Outlaw Jerry James at last year’s Whiskey Flat Kickoff Dinner. Courier file photo

Whiskey Flat Days kick-off dinner to be held Jan. 8 The Whiskey Flat Days 2010 kick-off dinner will take place on Jan. 8 at Ewing’s on the Kern. Starts 5:30. Make your reservations now. Tickets are limited. Call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce at (760) 376-2629. Whiskey Flat Days is the annual Old West festival that brings thousands of visitors to the valley.

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Five free “green” films to be screened Sunday, Jan. 10 As part of the all-volunteer Living Green in the Kern River Valley efforts, Kern River Valley Revitalization hosts another series of free green films on Jan. 10 at the Reel Cinema in Wofford Heights. Films featured: 10 a.m. “Mama Earth: Eco Econ 101;” 10:50 a.m. “Energy Crossroads;” 11:50 a.m. “For the Price of a Cup of Coffee;” 12:15 p.m. “The Real Dirt on Farmer John;” and 1:35 p.m. “Acid Test.” 50/50 raffle and door prizes.

Regular meetings & activities Fridays

• 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 378-3935. •10-11 a.m.- Grief Support Group, Hoffman Hospice, 6048 Lake Isabella 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., Wed. & Fri. 379-3394 • 5 p.m. - KR Hot Rodders Cruise Night, El Portal II Lake Isabella, 1st Fri. 549-3855 • 8 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 3762066.

Saturdays

• 9:30 a.m. Sequoia Amateur Radio Group, Youth Center, Lake Isabella. Second Sat. • 9-11 a.m.- Otaku-Kai Japanese anime club, Reel Cinema, Wofford Heights. 223-6765. • 10 a.m.- 3 p.m - Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Ctr, French Gulch. 661-978-8712 • 3 p.m., KRV CB’ers dinner, Sr Ctr., Lake Isabella, canceled as of 12/06/09. • 5-7 p.m. Dinner at Eagles open to public, Mt. Mesa. Take out orders at 4 p.m. 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.

Mondays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 1 p.m. - Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, third Monday. • 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Line dance beginner classes, intermediate and advanced follow at the Senior Center. 379-0043. • 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber of Commerce meets, board 2nd Mon., general membership 4th Mon. 376-2629. • 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meets at Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella, Rm G. 376-4461. • 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844. • 7 p.m. Havilah Centennial Group meets 1st Mon. at schoolhouse. 379-2636. • 7:30 p.m.Al-Anon, KRV Hosp Cafe. Help for families & friends of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.

Tuesdays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 9:30-11a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 379-2556. • 10 a.m. KRV 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. 3762189. (Dec.’s meeting will be on Dec. 15.) • 2 p.m. - LI-Bodfish Prop. Owners meet at

Senior Center. 2nd Tues. (760) 379-1830. • 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets, Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.

Wednesdays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 9:30-11 a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Methodist Church, 3792556. • 11 a.m.-3p.m.- Lunch at Eagles open to public, Mt. Mesa., Wed. & Fri. 379-3394 • Noon- KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Paradise Cove, quarterly. 379-5236. • 12:30 p.m. - Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge Mt. Mesa, 376-4249. • 1:30 p.m.- Clan Diggers meet at the Lake Isabella Library. 2nd Wed. 379-2303. • 3 p.m. - Crystal Meth Anonymous meets at Fountain of Christ Church. 223-0074. • 3 - 4:30 p.m. Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504E L.I. Blvd., 2nd & 4th Wed. • 6 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club meets, 631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed. • 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake Isabella Sr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., third Wed. 379-5488. • 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. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066. • 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.

Thursdays

• 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. Third 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 meets, Paradise Cove. • 1:30 p.m.- Clan Diggers meet at the Lake Isabella Library. 3rd Thurs. 379-2303. • 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. • 6 p.m.- Republicans of Kern Valley meet 3rd Thurs. at Odd Fellows Hall. 549-3033. • 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.

Bingo Guide Friday, noon. - Eagles Bingo, Eagles Hall, Mt. Mesa Saturday, noon, South Fork Woman’s Club Bingo, 6488 Fay Ranch Road. Sunday, 1 p.m. Moose Lodge Bingo, 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.

Congressman McCarthy’s staff to field questions Jan. 21 In January, a Field Representative for Congressman Kevin McCarthy will hold office hours in Lake Isabella. Office hours will be held Thursday, Jan, 21 at the Kern Administrative Building - 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call Vince Fong at 661-327-3611. Man and Woman of Year dinner to take place Jan. 25 The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce will be honoring their Man and Woman of the Year, Lanny and Cheryl Borthick, on Monday, Jan. 25 at Paradise Cove. Cocktails at 5:30. Installation of Chamber Officers, dinner, and presentations to follow. Seating is limited. Cost is $23/person. To make reservations, contact Marsha Smith at 760-379-3667, ext 15. Whiskey Flat Days Cowboy Auction Feb. 11 The cowboy auction for Whiskey Flat Days (see listing) will be Feb. 11 at Ewing’s on the Kern restaurant in Kernville. For more information call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce at (760) 376-2629. Whiskey Flat Days Kickoff Luncheon Feb. 12 The Kern River Valley Woman’s Club will be holding their luncheon and fashion show on the first day of Whiskey Flat Days (see next entry) on Feb. 12 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights, doors open at 10 a.m. For more information, call Marian at (760) 376-4578. Kernville recreates Old West during Whiskey Flat Days Whiskey Flat Days 2010 festival will take place February 12-15 on President’s Day Weekend. Kernville will recreate the days when it was called Whiskey Flat, from 1860-64, during the California Gold Rush. Call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce at (760) 376-2629. 12th All-Valley Heart Walk to take place Feb. 27 Each year a Heart Walk is held to benefit the Kern Valley Hospital Foundation and to promote healthy hearts. The walk is an easy one on the flat track at the high school; the number of laps you walk (or run) is up to you. Sponsor a team today. To sign up or for more information, call Jeanette at (760) 376-4419. Sweet Adelines hold Friends and Family Night March 11 The Kern Valley Chorus of the national Sweet Adelines organization will have their Friends and Family Night on March 11 at 7:30

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Things I Have Noticed...

Incredible shrinking products Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

I have noticed and I'll bet you have too, that the packaging of many familiar items are getting smaller. Candy bars, coffee, syrup, propane bottles, and scores upon scores of other goods are being downsized. It is all being done quietly, but nevertheless we are Middleworth receiving less product for the same money. Let me give you a couple of examples. The candy bar Big Hunk which used to be just that, a ‘big hunk' of nougat candy complete with lots of nuts, is no longer big. Now the bar is puny, has fewer nuts, costs more and doesn't taste as good. Still another item I noticed (that got me on this kick) was the little propane bottles I buy for my portable barbecue, which are now smaller by an ounce. It disguised the change by making the plastic base bigger so the bottle size looks the same, but it's actually smaller. I've noticed that in many other products. Potato chip bags poofed up with air to look larger are often, on examination, really smaller with less chips inside, yet the cost is the same. Even bottles of glue have been reduced in size. I recently bought some glue to replace a bottle that was

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almost empty and upon inspection I noted that it was ½ an ounce smaller. But the label on the side of the bottle, said ‘New and Improved'. However, the price was higher and the contents less and I couldn't tell the improvement. Coffee is another great example. A small can of coffee used to be a pound (16 ounces) Well now that so called pound can of coffee is only 12 ounces but the can size is almost the same as the 16oz was..The advertising (not admitting that the amount is smaller), touts that the grounds are shaved allowing more coffee per ounce to be brewed. NOBODY ADMITS THEY NOW HAVE LESS PRODUCT. And that's the most insidious part of the whole practice, because we are being told that things are bigger and better and often they're not!. I guess it bothers me most to know that some tie and vest guy in some corporate headquarters is telling his board of directors about how slick they are in pulling the wool over our eyes and thinking that we won't know the difference or even care. Well I do notice the difference, and I do care, and if its cause to look for another brand and if I can make the switch I will!! Are you with me!! Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program.

lower boundary of the low water mark of an open area. When this occurs, motor vehicle travel (is) prohibited past the open area boundary to the water’s edge.” The decision has been in the making for a long time, and public input during the process has been fiery. At a meeting March 23 in Lake Isabella, over 300 irate citizens, mostly seniors, packed the Veterans Hall to protest the forest’s plan to control driving along the shoreline of the lake. At that meeting, Art Robinson of the KRV Fish and Game Habitat Club said that its members have traditionally been free for many years to drive around the lake and create fish and game habitat, and that they need unfettered access in order to continue that. “Do we throw away 23 years of work away?” he said. But Terrell said, “I am mandated by law to put a (travel) plan together. I take my responsibility very seriously.” The Project Leader for motorized travel around the lake, Chris Sanders, gave a hint of what might happen when he said, “We can designate a travel area,” instead of just roads. The 16 designated open travel areas will be located at: Tillie Creek; Old Isabella; Paradise Cove; Brown’s Cove; Stine Cove; Auxiliary; Boulder Gulch; French Gulch Recreation Area; Rich Gulch; Old Cemetery; Old High School (east of Old Cemetery – named for when Kern Valley High School was located in Old Kernville); French Gulch Marina; Kissack Bay; Joughin Cove; Engineer Point; and South Fork.

The decision is subject to appeal. Only those individuals and organizations who provided comments during the comment period are eligible to appeal. Appeals must be filed within 45 days of the date of publication in the Porterville Recorder newspaper. That date was not provided by the Forest Service. Implementation of the plan will occur between five and 15 days after the appeal period is over. Appeals must be submitted to Regional Forester, USDA Forest Service. 1323 Club Drive, Vallejo CA 94592, telephone (707) 562-8737. You can fax them to (707) 562-9091 from 8 to 4 Monday through Friday. Electronic appeals, in acceptable formats (plain text, rich text or Word), may be submitted to appeals-pacificsouthwest-regionaloffice@fs.fed.us.us with Subject: Sequoia Motorized Travel Management. For further information on the decision, contact Chris Sanders at (559) 7841500, or by email to csanders@fs.fed.us.

The decision also restricts travel in many other areas of the forest. Basically, it will allow motor vehicle travel only on designated forest system roads, trails and within certain areas. And it changes what kinds of vehicles can travel on certain trails. And it closes some trails. But it designates about 30 miles of trails that were previously “unauthorized.” “The system includes interconnected roads and trail loops for all levels of use – from the novice to expert,” Terrell said in a letter sent to interested parties. See the sidebar for details about the appeals and implementation process.

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

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Kern River Valley information Recreation Info

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Lake Isabella office: 4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy. 155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178) (760) 379-5646 Kernville Office: 105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner from the museum) (760) 376-3781

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• Speed Limit: 5 mph (no wake) within 200 feet of shore, within 100 feet of swimmers (other than waterskiers), near docks, marinas or within South Fork Wildlife Area. • Alcohol or Drug Use: Alcohol or drug use is illegal while operating a boat and is a felony if such use causes death or serious injury. Conviction of intoxication while operating a boat may bring a $1,000 fine and six months in jail. Avoiding accidents requires 100% alertness. • Age and Safety Gear Requirements: Boat operators must be at least 16 years old. Each person aboard must have US Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD); water skiers and personal watercraft riders must wear PFDs at all times. • Towing Rules for Waterskiers, Inflatables, Etc: A tow boat must qualify to hold at least 3 people, including an observer at least 12 years old, capable of rescuing an injured waterskier. The observer must raise a red flag whenever a line is out or a skier is preparing to ski or a skier is down. • Right-of-Way Rules: These rules apply to everyone on the water, including windsurfers. As with driving a car, passing is on the right, yielding at a crossing gives the go-ahead to the vessel on the right and overtaking another vessel requires a wide berth. Anchored and sailing vessels usually have the right-of-way. The law says that avoiding a collision takes precedence over insisting on a right-of-way. • Avoidance Measures: Waterskiers, personal watercraft riders and windsurfers often seek the calmer waters near the Auxiliary Dam. These people may reach speeds from 35-70 mph, posing a hazard to each other as well as to boaters. Attempting to judge the speed of an oncoming person is difficult, particularly in a glare or mist; better to simply avoid congestion.

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Valley basics The Kern River Valley is a broad valley in the Southern Sierra. The center of the valley is the age-old meeting place of two arms of the Kern River, the southernmost of the mighty Sierra rivers. This junction was chosen for the location of a pair of dams to form a reservoir from the river waters, the purpose of which was to provide flood control and irrigation water for Bakersfield. The reservoir that was formed is called Lake Isabella, or Isabella Lake. Two towns, Kernville and Isabella, had to be moved out of the way during the forming of the lake in the late 1940s and ‘50s. Isabella was moved south and renamed Lake Isabella, and Kernville was moved north. Wofford Heights is closest to the location of Old Kernville; Old Isabella was near where the Auxiliary Dam is today. After the dams came in, realization came that although the water in the dam was not ours to keep, we may use it while it’s here. The area was promoted as a recreation destination and as a perfect area for retirement, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Later on, in the latter half of the 20th century, whitewater rafting became a huge sport here. Recently, the valley has become known as a premier mountain biking area, and a mountain bike manufacturer has relocated here. Recreation choices in the area are many. Water sports continue to dominate, anything from fishing to water skiing to Jet Skiing to kayaking. Dry land sports vary from dirt biking to hiking to climbing to touring the scenic roads to birding and observing nature at its finest. If you’re new to the valley, be sure to visit all the towns here. Ringing the lake are Kernville, Wofford Heights, Lake Isabella/Bodfish, and Mt. Mesa. In the South Fork Valley are Southlake, Weldon, and Onyx. Each has its own unique personality and its own story to tell. Leave your big-city ways behind; this is not the city. And we’re kind of proud of that. —– Kern River Courier

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Couch Theater

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Previews of new DVDs by DNA Smith Released the week of Jan. 11: PICKS OF THE WEEK This week features the release of three great films that either didn't make it to your local multiplex or, if they did, didn't stay there very long. "Big Fan" - Patton Oswalt plays a dude named Paul, who works as a tickettaker in a parking garage, is 35 years old and still lives at home with Patton Oswalt (left) his mother. But most of all, Paul is an obsessive New York Giants fan. When a chance meeting with the team's star player leads to Paul getting viscously beaten by the player, Paul's world crumbles and he must make a choice: Does he allow the police to prosecute the man (meaning a losing season for Paul's beloved team) or does he come up with a deluded plan that Just Might Work? Watch and find out. "Moon" -- I thought "District 9" was the best science-fiction movie of 2009; but coming in a close second is "Moon," directed by Duncan Jones. "Moon" stars Sam Rockwell as Sam Bell, a poor schlub pulling a three-year stint on the moon maintaining an automated mining station. The three years without human contact is beginning to wear him down, and he misses his wife and little daughter terribly. One day while on a routine inspection of one of the harvesters, Sam makes a disturbing and dangerous discovery that leads him to question his sanity -- and a lot more.

"The Hurt Locker" -- Jeremy Renner stars as Staff Sgt. James, the leader of a bomb disposal unit stationed in Iraq. James is an adrenaline junkie, and his gung-ho, reckless attitude toward the job has the members of his team so worried about whether he's going to get them killed, they actually consider fragging him. Director Kathryn Bigelow does a masterful job of directing this film. Despite the shakycam cinematography that seems almost compulsory stars in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Big Fanâ&#x20AC;? nowadays for films like this, she manages to keep the emotional tension at such a high level, there are moments when you actually feel like you're with the guys on a mission. The acting is outstanding, and most of all, this isn't one of those preachy movies about the war (pro or con). It's just a gripping story about men doing a dangerous job -- and how that mission affects them. "The Hurt Locker" is one of the best films of 2009. Check it out. TV SERIES "Top Gear" The Complete Season 11 "Top Gear" The Complete Season 12 "Jon and Kate Plus Ei8ht: Season 5 -- Big Changes" "The Simpsons" The Complete Twentieth Season "ER" The Complete Twelfth Season "Robin Hood" Season Three "Becker" The Third Season c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

By Cindy Elavsky Q: I am excited for the "Sex and the City" movie sequel. Can you give me any hints as to what this movie has in store for Carrie and company? -- Ginny G., via email A: SPOILER ALERT! Rumors are swirling that Carrie will have an "indiscretion" with John Corbett's character, Aidan, as John was spotted in Morocco at the same time that "Sex and the City 2" was filming there. While there is, of course, no official comment from anyone involved with the movie, as they don't want to give away major plot points, I'm thinking Aidan is going to give Big a run for his money!

Q: I saw a picture of Eliza Dushku wearing a cast on her arm. Is she OK, or was that just a costume for her show, "Dollhouse"? -- Layla F., via email A: That cast is the real deal. Eliza "earned" it during a fight sequence on the set of "Dollhouse." She will have to wear a cast for a few weeks while her arm heals. The show will shoot around her injury, hiding the cast with long-sleeved wardrobe and such. Eliza told fans not to worry, saying, "I can still hold a shotgun and save the world!"

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Although, the Rich Pelletreau Gallery has closed its Wofford Heights location, Rich, by popular demand, will be continuing his custom framing and pet portrait painting business as well as selling the remaining art, art supplies and frames at the sale prices of up to a 75% discount. For further information, please give Rich a call at his new phone number, 1-760379-0554, send an email to: rpgallery@msn.com or postal mail to P.O. Box 10, Weldon,CA 93283.

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Lighter side of faith

Voices of Faith

Learn what a crepe hanger is Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

Various societies have sayings that were used to define good judgment or explain common purposes. “The acorn doesn’t fall that far from the tree,” and “Like Father, Like Son” are two sayings that come to mind. Consider that those who believe that Jesus is the messiah, or Christ, are part of a society of “called out ones.” Semonious Today, when the “Jesus-isthe-Christ” people use the word “God,” they depend on statements familiar to the group to avoid confusion in identity. Because there is a measure of truth in the saying, “Birds of a feather flock together,” individuals can forget that “God” does not always mean the same to the hearer as it did to the speaker. The word Baal, to the Canaanites simply meant “lord.” The Israelites called YHWH the LORD. It appears that for some time a certain amount of confusion was created; some said the equivalent of “We both believe in the Lord. That is the important thing.” “The people were sacrificing at the high places, however, because no house had yet been built for the name of the LORD. 1 Kings 3:2. There is no doubt that there was a mingling of “flocks.” Solomon worshiped these high places because of exposure to society – but also because his foreign wives led him to temptation and finally to idolatry. Yet typically, he is praised for the temple he built and because God blessed him, “I give

you also what you have not asked, both riches and honor…”1 Kings 3:13. I must now introduce you to the concept of a “crepe hanger.” Levels of understanding go from understanding all about them through knowing only that they were people doing something despicable to complete unawareness. These people were doing an honorable and necessary task. Because they hung crepe paper on people’s doors when there was a death in the neighborhood, they were harbingers of bad tidings – hence not liked nor welcomed. In today’s society, fathers and soldiers are included as modern crepe hangers. An appropriate proverb might be, “Getting wisdom is the most important thing you can do. Whatever else you get, get insight.” Proverbs 4:7(Good News Bible). The Hebrew word for “proverb” has a rootmeaning of comparison, the putting of this and that together, noting likeness in things unlike. Bible commentator Matthew Henry wrote about Proverbs 4:7 that Rehoboam, the son of Solomon, was far from being either one of the wisest or one of the best. Even a bad example can bless one who has understanding as a warning. A good example would be the Bereans. When Paul and Silas arrived there and went into the Jewish synagogue, “…these Jews were more noble than those in Thessalonica; they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so. Acts 17:11. Churches all over our valley have Bible study classes. Call them for information, then go. The effort can result in a sense of belonging, a sense of purpose, a job, structure, and order.

Churches of the Valley Kernville First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville Sunday Services — 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-6403 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville Sunday School 9 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 417-2014 Kernville Foursquare Church Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Road Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. 223-6704 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. 376-2751 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. 376-6362 St. Sherrian Episcopal Church Odd Fellows Hall, Kernville Sundays 10 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. 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. 417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 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. 379-4296 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella (760) 379-8672 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 12:00 p.m. 379-2343 Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. 379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella Sunday School & Worship 9:30 a.m. 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. 379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella Sunday School 9:45

Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. 379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. 379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal Church) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 4 p.m. 379-6360 Southlake/Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. 378-3780 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 378-4964 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 378-2321

An 85-year-old couple, having been married almost 60 years, died in a car crash. They had been in good health the last ten years mainly due to her interest in health food, and exercise. When they reached the Pearly Gates St. Peter took them inside to their mansion, which was decked out with a beautiful kitchen and master bath suite and Jacuzzi. As they oohed and aahed the old man asked Peter how much all this was going to cost. "It's free," Peter replied, "this is Heaven." Next they went out back to survey the championship golf course that the home backed up to. They would have golfing privileges everyday and each week the course changed to a new one representing the great golf courses on earth. The old man asked, "What are the green fees?" Peter's reply, "This is heaven, you play for free." Next they went to the clubhouse and saw the lavish buffet lunch with the cuisines of the world laid out. "How much to eat?" asked the old man. "Don't you understand yet? This is heaven, it is free!" Peter replied with some exasperation. "Well, where are the low fat and low cholesterol tables?" the old man asked timidly. Peter lectured, "That's the best part ... you can eat as much as you like of whatever you like and you never get fat and you never get sick. This is Heaven." With that the old man went into a fit of anger, throwing down his hat and stomping on it, and shrieking wildly. Peter and his wife both tried to calm him down, asking him what was wrong. The old man looked at his wife and said, "This is all your fault. If it weren't for your blasted bran muffins, I could have been here ten years ago!"

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Top 10 New Year’s Healthwise Resolutions Albrecht Powell Special to the Courier

New Year's Eve has always been a time for looking back to the past, and more importantly, forward to the coming year. It's a time to reflect on the changes we want (or need) to make and resolve to follow through on those changes. Did your New Year resolutions make our top ten list? 1. Spend More Time with Family and Friends Recent polls show that more than 50% of Americans vow to appreciate loved ones and spend more time with family and friends this year. Make plans to meet up with friends for an evening of camaraderie at a favorite restaurant or take the family to a popular place for family fun. Work shouldn't always come first! 2. Fit in Fitness The evidence is in for fitness. Regular exercise has been associated with more health benefits than anything else known to man. Studies show

that it reduces the risk of some cancers, increases longevity, helps achieve and maintain weight loss, enhances mood, lowers blood pressure, and even improves arthritis. 3. Tame the Bulge Over 66 percent of adult Americans are considered overweight or obese by recent studies, so it is not surprising to find that weight loss is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions. Setting reasonable weight goals and staying focused are the two most important factors in sticking with a weight loss program. 4. Quit Smoking If you have resolved to make this the year that you stamp out your smoking habit, over-the-counter availability of nicotine replacement therapy now provides easier access to proven quitsmoking aids. Even if you've tried to quit before and failed, don't let it get you down. On average, smokers try about four times before they quit for good. Start enjoying the rest of your smokefree life. Others will appreciate it too.

5. Enjoy Life More Given the hectic, stressful lifestyles of millions of Americans, it is no wonder that "enjoying life more" has become a popular resolution in recent years. It's an important step to a happier and healthier you! Consider a holistic healing centers for products designed to bring balance to your body, mind and soul. Or just get out and try something new! 6. Quit Drinking Alcohol While many people use the New Year as an incentive to finally stop drinking, most are not equipped to make such a drastic lifestyle change all at once. Many heavy drinkers fail to quit cold turkey but do much better when they taper gradually, or even learn to moderate their drinking. 7. Get Out of Debt Was money a big source of stress in your life last year? Join the millions of Americans who have resolved to spend this year getting a handle on their finances. It's a promise that will repay itself many times in the year ahead.

8. Learn Something New Have you vowed to make this year the year to learn something new? Want to learn a new language, or just how to fix your computer? Whether you take a course or read a book, you'll find education to be one of the easiest and most motivating New Year's resolutions to keep. 9. Help Others A popular, non-selfish New Year's resolution, volunteerism can take many forms. Whether you choose to spend time helping out at your local library or mentoring a child, there are many nonprofit volunteer organizations that could really use your help. 10. Get Organized On just about every New Year resolution top ten list, organization can be a very reasonable goal. Whether you want your home organized enough that you can invite someone over on a whim, or your office organized enough that you can find the stapler when you need it, try to get started on the way to a more organized life.

It’s a myth that young women are immune to breast cancer Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Kern River Courier Syndicated Columnist

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am 20 and need your help. I felt a lump in my right breast. I told a friend about this, and she said breast cancer never happens to anyone my age. If that's the case, I am relieved. If it's not the case, what should I do? How can you tell a cancer lump from one that isn't cancer? This is on my mind all the time. -- L.G. ANSWER: Breast cancer does happen to young women. It's often said that it does not, but that's misinformation. It's true that breast cancer is more prevalent at older ages and that the risk for it increases the longer a woman lives. So someone your age is less likely to have it, but youth doesn't make you immune to it. Size, how the lump feels and whether it is tightly fixed in place are some of the qualities that sway a doctor into judging a lump as being cancerous. Cancer lumps are hard. They're firmly anchored to the tissue beneath them; you can't move the lump. Cancer

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What impacts your credit rating? David Huffington Courier Syndicated Columnist

The credit-card companies have long had suggestions for how to raise your credit score, but how badly does your credit suffer when things go wrong? The surprising answer is that those who've had excellent credit are penalized more heavily that those with poor credit when something goes wrong. According to finance guru Liz Pulliam Weston, here are approximate examples of the penalty for credit scores of a mediocre 680 and an excellent 780: •Be 30 days late on a payment: a 680 score will get a penalty of 60 to 80 points, where a 780 score will get a penalty of 90 to 110 points. •Max out your card: a 680 score will get a penalty of 10 to 30 points, while a 780 score will get a penalty of 25 to 45 points. •Suffer a foreclosure on your home: a 680 score will get a penalty of 85 to 105 points, where a 780 score will get a penalty of 140 to 160 points. •Agree to debt settlement: a 680 score will get a penalty of 46 to 65 points, where a 780 score will get a penalty of 105 to 125 points. •File for bankruptcy: a 680 score will get a penalty of 130 to 150 points, where a 780 credit score will get a penalty of a whopping 220 to 240 points.

There are some significant difference between those with 680 and 780 credit scores, one being longevity. Those with the higher credit score likely have a number of cards and a long credit history, possibly 15 years or more. The lower score is likely that of a person with only eight years of credit history. Use of credit availability matters, too. Someone with a high credit score likely uses less than 25 percent of the availability, compared with up to 50 percent use by someone with the lower score. This is where not closing your unused accounts comes into play: The minute you close an account, your total available credit goes down and the percent of credit you're using on other cards rises. If you are among the many that are seeing credit-card interest rates suddenly soar for no apparent reason, don't close the accounts. Pay them off quickly, and then don't use them.

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A land trade was finalized recently that gave the county control of Camp Owen and Wofford Heights Park, while the Forest Service gained control of part of Greenhorn Mountain Park. L-R: Bryan Williams for Assemblymember Jean Fuller; Vince Fong for Congressman Kevin McCarthy; former Congressman Bill Thomas; county officials John Roberts, Matt Pontes and Jon McQuiston; Sequoia National Forest Supervisor Tina Terrell; county official Bob Lerude, Andrew Gordus of the DFG, and District Ranger Rick Larson. Richard Cayia Rowe/Special to the Courier

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Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob

Joe makes his resolutions California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist

My New Year’s Resolutions are a bunch of things to do. Computer Class- there’s one starting up in January and I intend to be in it. Golf course- I'll have to go find my clubs again.They're California Joe somewhere around. This'll be the third try at putting the little white ball into the hole. I keep thinking I’ll get my son Jack up here and take him golfing. That should be interesting if it ever happens. The trick is to make it happen because you really want it to.

California Joe is the storyteller persona of Stevenson Phillips, an actor and singer living in Kernville. You may reach him at sscaljoe@aol.com

Bodfish Bob’s Cajun Drunken Shrimp

Bodfish Bob's Spinach Enchilada Casserole 1 1/2 lbs. Lean ground beef 1 sm. Onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 1/2 c. Bottled picante sauce 10 oz. Pkg. Frozen spinach, thawed And squeezed dry 8 oz. Tomato sauce 2 med. Tomatoes, seeded and chopped 1 lg. Red bell pepper, diced 1 tbsp. Lime juice 1 1/2 tsp. Salt 12 corn tortillas 1 c. Sour cream 3/4 c. (3 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese 3/4 c. (3 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese Shredded lettuce (optional)

Brown meat with onion and garlic. Drain. Add picante sauce, spinach, tomato sauce, tomatoes, bell pepper, lime juice and salt. Simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Arrange 6 tor-

2 dozen Shrimp (shells on) 3 bottles Beer (4 if taste testing) 1 Quart Water 2 Carrots (sliced) 1 Red Bell Pepper (sliced) 6 ( 3 inch ears of corn) sliced to length 6 Red new Potatoes (halved) 1 Lemon (sliced) 1 TBSP minced Garlic 1 Onion (quartered) 2 Bay leaves 3 TBSP Peppercorns Salt & Pepper Dash of Hot Sauce

In a large roasting pan, pour beer over vegetables. Add remaining ingredients,EXCEPT SHRIMP! Place roaster on stovetop, cover and bring to a rolling boil covered. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Add shrimp and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to steep for 10 minutes. DO NOT REMOVE COVER! Check for veggies being done. If not, remove shrimp and continue to cook veggies until done. When done, add shrimp and serve! Visit Bodfish Bob on the Web at www.bodfishbob.com. You can write to him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com

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*** Son Jack has moved to Camarillo from Las Vegas. They're renting a four-bedroom house. His older son has moved back in with them. Jack's working two jobs right now. He's bartending and he's also joined a placement service for executive nurses. That's his main job and he seems like he's a natural at it. He's recruiting nurses in various hospitals and nursing homes and placing them in new positions. Miz Sue and I went down there to our daughter Anna's house on

Christmas day. She had Jack and Bonnie's whole gang over. Bonnie is now office manager at the Hair Salon in Westlake Village where their oldest son, Shane, works. The Christmas party at Anna's was great. Our friends Barry and Kathryn were there. I gave Barry a new winter jacket with the hood on it and he loved it. Think he's been wanting one for years and now he's got one of his own. Jack and Bonnie's two kids, Anna and Joey, were there as well as the two he adopted when he married Bonnie, Shane and Nick. Anna and Art's two boys, Jonathan and Ryan, were there. Buster, the boys’ dog, was front and center. Princess Molly Labrador went with us too. She was a great traveler. It's been a crazy holiday time, and it ain’t over yet! Got the New Year’s parties to get past and then into January and February. Then down to Cedars Sinai for my yearly checkup. Then it’s time to go to Florida and fish with brother Steve for two weeks. Then I’ll come back from Florida and stop off in New Orleans with Miz Sue for a few days and then back on Southwestern to LAX and home on the bus. My name’s California Joe and I just go-go-go!

tillas on bottom and up sides of lightly greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish, overlapping as necessary. Spread sour cream evenly over tortillas. Top with remaining meat mixture. Bake at 350 degrees about 30 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle with cheeses. Let stand 10 minutes. Cut into squares and serve.

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Collecting

Creative Connection

Couple really has brass

Native Americans celebrate

Larry Cox Courier Syndicated Columnist

Q: We have a solid brass chandelier and wonder what you can tell us about it. We've had it for more than 50 years, and it is original except for new globes and being re-wired. -Wilma, Albuquerque, N.M. A: After examining the picture you sent, I came to the conclusion that your chandelier was probably manufactured during the early years of the last century. I also think it was originally wired for electricity since it is not configured for gas. Most fixtures of this type generally sell in the $75 to $150 range. If you'd like an expert opinion, I recommend Jerry and Marsha Ritch, owners of J&M Antiques, a company that specializes in antique and period lamps and lighting fixtures. They are appraisers, collectors and dealers. The contact addresses are 6407 Transit Road, East Amherst, NY 14051; and www.eastamherstantiques.com. You should expect to pay for this service. *** Q: I would like to know if you can tell me anything about this chair and footstool. It was purchased at an auction in the mountains of Virginia by my parents 20 years ago. It is stamped "Kindel, Grand Rapids." What more can you tell me about its value and origin? -- Joyce, Waldorf, Md. A: Charles Kindel founded the

original company in St. Louis, and later relocated to Grand Rapids, Mich., where he constructed a factory. The factory produced a line of "convertible beds" and later branched out into other products. The Kindel company is still in business, and you can contact them at www.kindelfurniture.com. *** Q: I have three old hand saws manufactured by Phenix with engraved handles. Can you provide any ideas as to the origin of these saws and their value? -- Jerry, Davenport, Iowa A: There is a Phenix Saw Company in Georgia, and this might be where your saws were manufactured. William A. Gustafson is the owner of Gustafson Antiques, a company that specializes and appraises antique tools. He also conducts periodic auctions. His address is P.O. Box 104, 11643 Route 22, Austerlitz, NY 12017. *** Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to antiquequestions@aol.com. Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox is unable to personally answer all reader questions. Do not send any materials requiring return mail. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

Our Valley, Our Earth

No KT Boundary present here Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist

Last week I left you with the thought of the KT Boundary being dubbed the “dinosaur extinction" boundary. Which is to say that dinosaur fossils appear below that boundary and none above. Globally, that is a very significant observation. Scientists, for years, have Ron Bolyard attempted to explain the total extinction of the reptiles, etc. that were so abundant worldwide in the Cretaceous Period and earlier. Coupled with many pieces of evidence, forensic geologists and paleontologists have put together a plausible reason for their extinction. New discoveries and studies continue to support this theory. The second important factor is the unusually large amounts of the rare element iridium within the boundary layer. Iridium on is very rare in abundance on the surface of the earth. Asteroids, meteorites and comets are known to contain large amounts of the element. Thus this supports the "impact" theory for the presence of the iridium and the absence of dinosaur fossils above the boundary. Every day forensic scientists continue to uncover more evidence that seems to support the impact theory. Look for new ideas put forth in the scientific journals, papers, etc.

Now back to the question about the presence of the KT boundary in the Kern River Valley. Through my personal studies and research I have found no reference to the KT boundary having ever been a part of our valley. The reasons are very logical and make geological sense. They are: 1) The KT boundary occurred 65 MYA during the time in the Cretaceous when our valley was a part of the seaway separating western North America from the eastern portion. All the spewed debris from the impact was deposited in the seaway and became sedimentary layers. 2) During the Cretaceous, the Farallon Plate was subducting beneath the North American Plate. With the flattening of the subducted plate, blobs of varying composition of granite were rising from the subduction zone, eventually forming the Sierra Nevada Batholith. 3) Then the Sierra Nevada Batholith began to rise and push the overlying sediments upward, including portions of the seaway sediments. 4) Once above sea level, erosion began to redeposit the sediments into new depocenters. This process mixed all the debris and destroyed the continuity of the KT Boundary. 5) Over 65 million years, older rocks were exposed atop the granite, forming the Roof Pendants that we see today. Thus we have no actual KT boundary present in our valley. 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.

Donna Louise Fitch Kern River Courier Columnist

The Owens Valley Career Development Center’s Native American winter gathering took place recently. I was at a meeting with OVCDC when I was invited to their winter gathering and thought it would make a good article. It turned out work got in the way, so I asked Donna Fitch Summer Campbell if she would like to write an article about it for me and she agreed. So here we go. Makes me wish I was able to attend even more than I had wanted to before. Thank you, Summer. ‘Twas the week before Christmas …when all through the valley sleigh bells rang for the annual Owens Valley Career Development Center’s Winter Gathering. Some 125 participated in the gathering held at South Fork Elementary School on Dec. 19. Native American families joined together to enjoy a puppet performance, Christmas carols sung in the local Native language of Pakanapul and some scrumptious prime rib with all of the fixings. The event got off to a smashing start as youth ages 12-18 shared stories incorporating the Pakanapul language, which is the language spoken by the local

Native American tribe the Tubatulabals. After sharing traditional Native American stories they led those in attendance in the Christmas carols “Here Comes Santa Claus” and “Silent Night;” both of which were sung in native language. Next to hit the stage were the youngsters ages 8-12 who graced the audience with a puppet show performance of the “The California Creation Story,” as told by the Yokut Indians. The puppet show starred a crow and an eagle and showed how they created land with mud brought up from the ocean by a duck. Following the puppet show families worked to create memory ornaments and calendars. Before receiving a prime rib dinner families also had the opportunity to take a family portrait. Nearing the finish of the event and much to everyone’s surprise Jolly Saint Nick made a visit to bring cheer to the children…and to all a good night. The Owens Valley Career Development Center and Tribal TANF program provide social services to families who are of Native American decent. For more information on the services that OVCDC provides to Native American families please call 760379-4770. Donna Louise Fitch is a local artist. For questions or comments you can reach her through the Kern River Courier, office@kernrivercourier.com.

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Ray's Painting & Decorating Interior & Exterior Painting Wall Covering Installed and Removed Lic. # C705814 - 760-417-9797 ARCHIE LOGSDON CARPENTRY Decks & Remodeling. "Craftsmanship and Attention to Detail" (760) 223-6624 losthills@communitymail.net __________________________ GLAS CO. Mfg. - Serving the KRV Custom Table Tops & Mirrors Window Glass / Dual Pane /Retrofit Windows / Aluminum Encls & Doors / Screens / Shower Encls (760) 223-3645 __________________________

HERITAGE CLEANERS in the Von's Shopping Center. Dry Cleaning, Laundry, Comforters & Leather. MonFri 8:30-5:00 Sat. 9:00-2:00 760-379-4271 __________________________ LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRIC

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PIANO CLASSES Beginning Piano Classes start Tues. Jan.5, all ages, 7 thru adult, Helen Smoot instructor, 1 hour once a week, $10.00 per class , in Southlake. for info 760-378-3108

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Lake Isabella - $640/mo (inclds space rent) in quiet 55+ park. 2 bd, 2 ba completely refurbished. Rent to Own + sec dep & good credit. Call Joel (760) 379-2092 _________________________ KVHS Grad seeking quiet & clean roommate to share 3bdrm., 2 bath house in good neighborhood near BC. $350 per month, split utilities. Furnished or unfurnished. Call or text Aaron at 760-549-3341 or e-mail apollo112@thestew.net. ___________________________ Wofford Hts - 3bd/2ba re-modeled home in Pala Ranches w/xtra room under house. Mt. views, stove, frig + w/d hookup. Section 8 ok. $900/mo + security dep. 323-447-9140 or 323-969-8061 _________________________ Lake Isabella - Nice 2 bd. 2 ba house w/large attached garage in nice neighborhood. $800/mo. 1st + $1,000 security. Indoor pets req add'l sec. dep. 760-379-543 _________________________ Kernville - Hi-Ho Mobile Home Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $595/mo + deposit and utilities. 760-376-2671 Kernville - Large room to rent w/private entrance & bathroom. Quiet location. $460/mo + deposit. Includes cable TV, utilities & garage. House privileges. Call 760-376-3340

Land for Sale RESIDENTIAL LOT on Aspen Drive in Bodfish. $25,000. OBO Call (661) 428-1108 _________________________

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COCKTAILS AND DANCING 5430 Lake Isabella Blvd. 379-8144 Largest pool table in town!

Lah-De-Dah-Gifts, Collectables, Antiques. “If it’s not here, we don’t have it.” Sewing Center for Sewing Needs. 41 Big Blue Rd. Kernville. Call 376-6704.

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3.5 HP Briggs & Stratton Bobcat Rotary Lawnmower $30 obo. Call after 6:00 pm 760-379-4860 _________________________

LOVE SEAT Very good condition. 2 years old. $125 Call 760-417-0572 _________________________ Heavy Duty Whirlpool Electric washer & propaneD dryer. Paid L 14 months SOthem $1,150 new for ago. Great buy for $395! Call 805-603-8539 - Lake Isabella.

Commercial Lake Isabella - 3,600 sq. ft. bldg on approx 3 acres for lease located @ 3615 Suhre Street (corner of Suhre & Hwy 155.) Excellent office space for medical, dental, school, church, or? Terms negotiable. Call (760) 417-0876

4000 SQUARE MILES OF POLAR ICE CAP Short sale. Must act quickly. Global warming believers need not apply. Open your own ice business. Plenty for drinks & carvings. Should enjoy very cold climates. No lawns or trees to deal with. The ultimate buy.

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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.

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NEW YEAR ~ NEW PUP Chihuahua puppies: 2 males & 1 female born 9/19. CKC registered. White with cream or red spots. Good bites. Vaccinations UTD, wormed, health guarantee. Pad & crate trained $275-$325.Telephone 760-379-1403 __________________________ German Shorthair Pointer Puppies, AKC, shots, 10 weeks, parents are good hunters & family dogs. $400 ea. Call Eleanor @ 760-793-1592

Found Small Cute Dog Found On Wed. Dec. 16th Kernville Rodeo Ground Area If it's yours Contact Eileen @ 760-376-2436

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EVENTS continued from page 2 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. No admission charge. For more information, call Cheryl at (760) 376-4124 “Living Green in the KRV” festival takes place March 17-21 Living Green means to live while making as small a footprint upon the planet as you can. It can save you money, too! Learn all about recycling, composting, ways to save water and electricity, reduce your waste output, and many more tips and business information. It’s free. See krvr.org for more information. Isabella Lake Fishing Derby takes place March 27-29 One of the state’s biggest fishing derbies takes place in March, with over $200,000 in prizes offered for those registered. Top prizes in the 2010 derby include eleven tagged trout worth $10,000 and one tagged trout worth $21,000. Call the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce at (760) 3795236. Whitewater Festival to take place April 17-18 The Kern River Whitewater Festival is an annual paddling extravaganza. Starting in 1963, the festival has gained popularity year after year. The rushing springtime whitewater is a pulse-pounding experience for kayakers and rafters. Races, slaloms and poker runs are just some of the fun events whitewater enthusiasts can take part in. See www.kernfestival.org for details. To include your event in the Kern River Courier Calendar, just submit the information to the Courier (our addresses are on page 2) by Tuesday for each Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and admission price, if any, must be listed.

Census holding local applications Apply now for temporary, part time jobs with the U.S. Census. Census jobs offer $11.75 to 17.00 per hour. Flex hours up to 40/wk. Mileage reimbursement. Work near home. You may qualify if you are 18 or older; have a valid SSN; pass a background check; take a written test; can work up to 40 hours per week in the evening and on weekends. Place applications Jan. 5 and 19 at Senior Center in Lake Isabella and Jan. 6 at Odd Fellows Hall in Kernville. 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. all three days. www.2010censusjobs.gov 1-866-861-2010

Marketplace Continued from page 12 Mobile Homes

Homes for Sale

Lake Isabella - Nice 2bd/2ba dbl wide Mobile Home w/patio & deck + 2 car carport in quiet 55+ park, $25,000 or financing available. 760-379-2092 _________________________ Beautiful Refurbished 1 1/2 bd, 1 ba. MH w/den + add on. Quiet park, 224 Cypress Lane, Wofford Hts. Walk to lake, space inclds water/trash, laundry & fishhouse. $16,500, OWC. Call Gary (760) 376-3228

Must See! - Freshly remodeled cabin w/permits to expand on 1/3 acre lot. 102 Hoebeck Bodfish. Cross street of Columbus. $75,000 obo. 661-428-1108

Space for Rent

40Ft RV Access w/hookups. Large 2bd. 2ba, Den+Formal lvg, 2-car garage+workshop. Corner lot+cul-de-sac. New roof, Lake view, fireplace + many upgrades. 8331 So. Lake Dr., Southlake. $129,000 (760) 379-7094

Wofford Heights - Sites available in quiet park with lake views, laundry facilities & fish house. $250/mo inclds water & trash. Call Jody @ 760-376-3228 _________________________ Wofford Heights Mobile / RV Park Great Location! Quiet, mature trees, walk to lake, market, medical, park & theater. Call Jim @ (760) 376-6316

Resort for Sale ISLAND RESORT FOR SALE Ready for occupancy soon. Has beautiful grounds with ultra safe high security area. Well kept, shows pride in ownership. Currently has 372 residents but most will be leaving in near future. For more info contact: CLUB GITMO ~ IN THE BAY

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Devich says goodbye Mike Devich Kern River Courier Co-Publisher

This column is a tough one to write. It’s my farewell column for the Courier. Yes, I’m leaving the Courier. The paper will continue under the care of Michael Batelaan. I will still be Mike Devich involved in some capacity, but not as a regular thing. I’m also moving away. Let me tell you how that happened. My brother Don fell ill last year. He lived in Lompoc, which is in the Santa Ynez Valley (same valley that contains Buellton and Solvang). It’s north of Santa Barbara a bit. During the course of visiting Don during his illness before his untimely death last April, my wife Derith fell in love with the area. Well, we found a house we liked a lot, made an offer, and it closed in November. We’ve been living in both

places for a while, but now we want to live in Lompoc full time. This kind of brings my working career full circle. While I was in college down south I delivered the L.A. Times from my 1971 Datsun. I enjoyed throwing the paper every night while driving the silent, dark streets of Reseda, listening to music on the radio. For the last two years I have been back delivering papers, this time from the Courier’s truck with Michael, the other co-publisher here. It’s been fun; I’ve enjoyed getting out of the office two days a week delivering. At least a couple of times daily we get compliments from people who love our paper. Some can’t wait to grab a paper out of our hands, even before we can drop it into the racks. And always they have a smile on their face. Publishing the Courier has been the highlight of my working career. Don’t worry, you may still read my byline in the Courier. And you may see me around the valley from time to time. Mike Devich has been one of the Courier’s co-publishers. He can be reached at mdevich@peoplepc.com

Courier Legal Notices STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: E & J DISCOUNT GENERAL STORE, (2007B1864) Street address of business: 6498 Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285; Mailing address of Business; P.O. Box 113, Wofford Heights, CA 93285; REGISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Jack Bustamante, 101 Calgary, Wofford Heights, CA 93285 and Elaine Bustamante, 101 Calgary, Wofford Heights, CA 93285; Original FBN Statement Filed on: 03/06/2007. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 12/02/2009. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by G. Meza, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier December 11, 18, 25, 2009 and January 1, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: H & E GENERAL STORE (2009-B7435) Street address of principal place of business: 6498 Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 258, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANTS: Oscar Carmona, 38 Cypress Lane, Wofford Heights, CA 93285 and Susana Toscano, 38 Cypress Lane, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. H, Co-Partners. 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: Oscar Carmona. This statement filed on 12/02/2009. Expires 12/02/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier December 11, 18, 25, 2009 and January 1, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: KERN RIVER VACATION TRAILERS (2009-B7259) Street address of principal place of business: 5686 Bronco Road, Pioneertown, CA 92268. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 480, Pioneertown, CA 92268. REGISTRANTS: Milo Rose, 5686 Bronco Road, Pioneertown, CA 92268 and Marcie Rose, 5686 Bronco Road, Pioneertown, CA 92268. I, Husband and Wife. 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: Milo Allen Rose. This statement filed on 11/20/2009. Expires 11/20/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier December 18 and 25, 2009, January 1 and 8, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: PRIMOS LIQUOR AND DELI (2009-B7664) Street address of principal place of business: 13435 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1846, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANTS: Dewayne Holland, 28 Rogers Road, Kernville, CA 93238 and Susan Holland, 28 Rogers Road, Kernville, CA 93238. I, Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 11/01/2004. 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: Dewayne Holland. This statement filed on 12/11/2009. Expires 12/11/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier December 18 and 25, 2009, January 1 and 8, 2010.

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Courier chuckle of the week: “If you cannot answer a man's argument, all it not lost; you can still call him vile names.” - Elbert Hubbard

See Page 16 for answers to puzzles

Salomeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) That lower-thanacceptable performance you're getting from others in your group might be the result of miscommunication. If so, correct it before problems arise later on. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) An unexpected situation could call for a change of plans. If so, you might feel that this is unfair. But it's best to make the needed adjustments now. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The new year brings opportunities you might want to look into. Some might be more interesting than others. But take time to look at all of them before you make any decisions. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) It's a good idea to be careful about expenses until you've worked out that pesky financial problem. You might find it advisable to get some solid advice on how to proceed. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Romance looms large over the Leonine aspect. Single Lions looking for love should find Cupid very cooperative. Paired Cats, expect a renewed closeness in your relationships. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Making contact with a former colleague might not be high on your list of priorities. But it could pay off personally as well as professionally. Avoid bringing up any negatives about the past. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A personal

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relationship could face added stress because of a situation involving someone close to both of you. Be supportive and avoid playing the blame game. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You might well find some lingering uncertainties about a decision. If so, take that as a warning that you might not be ready to make that move yet. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Music is a dominant theme for Sagittarians right now, and it should remind you to make a greater effort to restore some much-needed harmony in that very special relationship. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Although family matters might demand much of the Sea Goat's attention this week, you'll want to try to make time to handle those all-important workplace situations as well. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A recurring unresolved issue might need to be revisited before you can move forward. Consider asking someone familiar with the situation to act as an impartial counselor. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Ignore pressure to make a decision. Keeping your options open is still the wisest course, at least until you're sure you've learned all you need to know. BORN THIS WEEK: You're capable of great loyalty to those around you, which is one reason you can count on devotion from friends and family. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. ANATOMY: What is the common name for dentition? 2. LITERATURE: Who wrote "The Hound of the Baskervilles"? 3. ADVERTISING: What product was sold with the slogan, "Put a tiger in your tank"? 4. GEOGRAPHY: Which two major cities are situated on the St. Lawrence River? 5. PSYCHOLOGY: What kind of fear is represented in heliophobia? 6. MEASUREMENTS: What is the metric equivalent of 1 quart? Answers:

1. Cutting teeth 2. Arthur Conan Doyle 3. Esso gasoline 4. Montreal and Quebec 5. Fear of the sun 6. 1 liter (1.057 quarts)

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Solutions to Kern River Courier puzzles on 14-15:

Go alcohol free New Year’s Eve Special to the Courier

Looking for some alcohol-free delicious drinks for your New Year’s Eve party? Try these. You can have a great night without getting bombed. Peach Ginger Spritzer 1/8 teaspoon grated fresh ginger ½ cup chilled peach nectar ½ cup chilled sparkling water Fine sugar for rimming the glasses

Combine grated fresh ginger with the chilled peach nectar. Strain into a glass rimmed with the fine sugar and add the chilled sparkling water or substitute the sparkling water with wine or champagne. Rosemary Citrus Spritzer ½ lime 2 grapefruit slices ¼ cup simple syrup fresh rosemary sprigs ½ cup chilled sparkling water

Juice the lime and squeeze the juice from 2 grapefruit slices into a glass; add the simple syrup to the glass and stir and then add a few leaves from the rosemary sprig. Add the sparkling water or substitute champagne or wine. Richard McClatchey/Special to the Courier

Richard McClatchey took this amazing photo a week ago at sunrise from above Wofford Heights with fog over the lake.

These spritzers can be alcohol free or you can add wine or champagne to them to perk them up and you can control the amount of alcohol put into each one.

Make your New Year Resolutions to be green for the environment Special to the Kern River Courier

A white Christmas is nice, but if you're dreaming of a "green" new year, the experts at St. Lawrence University in New York have some easy ways to make it a reality. As with all resolutions, if the task is too difficult or overwhelming, it becomes tempting to skip it. With that in mind, here are some easy-tostick-to "eco-resolutions" that anyone can keep.

• Park your car, and then leave it there. No matter where you live, there is at least one place you visit on a regular basis that you can walk or bike to instead of drive. Cut carbon emissions, save money and get your legs moving. Pick a place that you will NOT drive to all year, regardless of the weather (now’s a good time to pick up some post-holiday bargains on good rain gear, an umbrella, watch cap or winter boots).

• Reduce excess consumption by making a card that says, "Do I REALLY NEED it?" Only 1 percent of the things we buy are still in use six months after their date of sale. Put the card in your wallet with whatever source of money you use most (cash, credit/debit card, check) and when you go to pay, make sure you can answer "yes" to the question before you buy.

• Reduce the energy use associated with heating and cooling your home. Insulate your home, or just keep the doors and windows closed. But you might try the new easy green way. Buy a programmable thermostat and set it to automatically adjust the temperature so you are not heating or cooling it when no one is around. It’s useless to heat a house when nobody’s home.

• Try "Meatless Mondays" by going vegetarian each Monday. It's easier to stick to than you think -- mac and cheese, anyone? How about spaghetti? Avoid the high cost of meat and eat more vegetables. It’s greener, and healthier too. • Buy no new incandescent lights. Buy only compact fluorescent light bulbs for your home and business. And don't forget to find out where and how to recycle them. • Paper or Plastic? Neither! Make the pledge to bring your own bag(s) when you go shopping. You already have them – use them! Forgetful? Keep them in your car (or on your bike) so they will always be with you, even if you make an unexpected stop.

Halloween, so kick that "phantom load"! Electronics such as televisions, computers and chargers draw current even when they're turned off. Plug them into powerstrips and get in the habit of turning off the powerstrip when you aren't using it. Save money and be greener too. There are many things you can do do to turn green for the New Year. Kermit says, “It’s not easy being green.” But it really is. Just get into the habit and it becomes second nature. Get into a routine. Put those shopping bags in the car the minute you unpack them after buying groceries. Better yet, buy some of the cloth bags offered at most California stores and reuse them every week. The planet will thank you for not dirtying it up. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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