Kern River Courier January 29, 2010

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Lakeshore driving decision explained Kern River Courier

Sequoia National Forest Supervisor Tina Terrell, along with other Forest Service officials, was present at the Odd Fellows Hall in Kernville Wednesday night to explain her recent decision about managing motorized travel around the forest – and in particular, around Isabella Lake.

About 80 concerned citizens came to listen and ask questions.

Terrell opened the presentation by telling the citizens

that her decision had already been set, and that she was happy with it. However, appeals could be made. Also, she would listen to complaints and maybe the decision could be tweaked a bit.

Terrell said that the main issue was that the Forest Service could no longer allow helter-skelter cross-country travel by vehicles across the land it controls due to new laws and regulations she has to follow.

Terrell said, “We have to

See LAKESHORE, Page 11

Kernville’s AltaOne to stay open five hours per week Kern River Courier

Rex Emerson/Special to the Courier

Special Alpers trout are being planted in the rising lake as a precursor to the Isabella Lake Fishing Derby March 27-29.

These trout are special Alpers trout are famed Kern River Courier

Fishermen, rejoice. Those great Alpers trout are here again for the taking. (See Mike Mencarini’s fishing column on page 4.) And they are special.

A man by the name of Tim Alpers raises these special trout on his ranch in the Eastern Sierra near Bishop.

These trout have been bred for fighting. And they have firm pink meat that is great for eating. Fishermen from

all over California know Alpers trout as a premium trout.

The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce in Lake Isabella brings in the Alpers trout and plants them in Isabella Lake as a bonus especially for anglers to catch and delight over.

It’s another great thing the chamber brings to the valley, and it’s happening just before their Isabella

See ALPERS, Page 8

What you should do after a flood Kern River Courier

Floods are sudden in this area. They strike almost instantly and then are gone. But the damage remains.

If your home suffers a flood, here’s what to do afterward, according to the Kern County Fire Department: • Throw away food that may have come in contact with floodwater or perishable food that was not refrigerated at a safe temperature. Use water from safe sources (such as bottled water) until you know that your tap water isn't contaminated. (Boiling, disinfecting, or distilling

See FLOOD, Page 7

AltaOne Credit Union in Kernville, which was scheduled for complete closure, has been given somewhat of a reprieve.

Beginning Monday, Feb. 1, the Kernville branch will be open for limited services Monday through Friday from 8 to 9 a.m. each morning, and will continue to offer 24 hour ATM and Night Deposit drop services. The full service Lake Isabella branch will be changing its hours slightly. It will now be open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Recently Robert M. Boland, AltaOne's President and CEO, said in a statement, "I fully recognize that this decision of limited weekly hours is not going to be of full convenience for all our member-owners, yet it is the best we can offer and still provide while staying true to our stated objective to reduce our total operational

expenses in response to these troublesome economic times."

Boland went on to say, "On behalf of the AltaOne Board of Directors and Management Team, as well as our dedicated staff, I want to again sincerely express that we are honored by the deep loyalty and expressed concern of the many community's residents.”

For more information, AltaOne members are encouraged to contact a Member Service Specialist Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. toll-free (800) 433-9727, option 4.

AltaOne Federal Credit Union started in 1947 as the NOTS Employees Federal Credit Union in Ridgecrest.

Today they have more than 46,000 members and $500 million in assets. Membership in AltaOne Credit Union is available to people who live, volunteer, work, worship, or attend school in Kern, Inyo, Mono, and northern San Bernardino Counties.

Whiskey Flat Mayor candidate events Cimarron Cynthia

Turncoat Chris

Tenderfoot Tony

• Thurs. Jan. 28: Paradise Cove, noon and Golf Course 6 p.m.

• Fri. Jan. 29: Cheryl’s Diner, 5 p.m.

• Sun., Jan. 31: Airport Cafe, 7-11 a.m.; Kernville Pizza Barn, noon-3 p.m., and Reel Cinema 3 p.m. for film “Tombstone” showing

• Thurs. Jan. 28: Cheryl’s Diner, 5 p.m.

• Fri. Jan. 29: Pizza Factory, 5 p.m.

• Fri. Feb. 5: My Place Restaurant, 11 a.m., and Odd Fellows Hall, 4:30 p.m., for spaghetti dinner

• Fri. Jan. 29: El Portal Restaurant, 5-7 p.m., and Cheryl’s Diner, 7-8 p.m.

• Sat. Jan. 30: Dam Korner, 9-11 a.m., Ewing’s, 8 p.m., and KR Saloon, 9 p.m.

• Sun Jan. 31: Mt. Mesa Lanes 5-8 p.m.

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 (Feb. 12-15). For information about Whiskey Flat Days, call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce at (760) 376-2629.

Vol. 6 No. 52 Lake Isabella’s weekend weather Fri.: Partly sunny, high 59.

Fri. night: Mostly cloudy, low 37.

Sat.: Partly sunny, high near 59.

Sat. night: Mostly cloudy, low 36.

Sun.: Mostly sunny, high 58.

Sun. night: Party cloudy, low 36.

National Weather Service

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History of Isabella next up in the series of the history of towns in valley.

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Real estate looks good for 2010, according to Matt Freeman.

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Jean Fuller of the state assembly, writes a letter about the DFG stocking.

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A stagecoach and a cactus made of horseshoes make for a good photo.

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

Storage, Isabella Reservoir 121,768 acre-feet.

(Low point was 101,857 ac-ft. Dec. 4. Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit is 360,000 ac.-ft.)

Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 503 cfs (5-hr avg.)

Outflow, Lower Kern 255 cfs Borel Canal flow 225 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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Friday, January 29, 2010

The Courier Calendar The skits in Circle Park are always a big part of Whiskey Flat Days.

orientation on Feb. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Optimal’s office at 6504 Lake Isabella Blvd. Ste. E for anyone interested in donating a little time and compassion to those affected by terminal illness in the valley. A light lunch will be provided. To reserve your seat at the training, call Karen at 1-888-5976115.

Pile photo/KR Courier

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 California’s Gold Rush. There will be a grand parade, entertainment and more.

Call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce at (760) 376-2629.

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Whiskey Flat Days Cowboy Auction coming Feb. 11 The cowboy auction for Whiskey Flat Days (see listing below) 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.

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. Tickets available at the Kernville Chamber and at Lah De Dah in Kernville.

Whiskey Flat Days Kickoff Luncheon Feb. 12 The Kern River Valley Woman’s

Optimal Hospice to hold new volunteer orientation Feb. 12 Optimal Hospice is holding an

Regular meetings & activities

• 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting at cemetery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 3762189.

• 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.

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. 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.

• 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, 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.

• 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 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.

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.

• 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.

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

• 4-7 p.m. Dinner at Eagles, Mt. Mesa. Open to public. 379-3394.

• 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. 30rd 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.

• 1:30 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.

12th All-Valley Heart Walk scheduled for 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 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. The Living Green in the KRV Festival will take place from March 17 to 21 in Wofford Heights. 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) 379-5236.

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.

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.

See EVENTS, Page 13

Friday, January 29, 2010

Kern River Courier

Things I Have Noticed...

Sometimes cross words are OK Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

I like crossword puzzles. Part of it is the challenge of completing a puzzle, and more recently it has been said that mind exercises are good for delaying Alzheimer's.

Based on the number of times I go to my workshop and Middleworth forget why or for what, I need all the help I can get.

Although I have been doing puzzles for years I still like the easy ones. I can go through one of those in snap time while the Times or other harder puzzles often find me reaching for a dictionary.

I've noticed that I feel guilty whiling away time, doing a puzzle that when completed, I just throw away. So I've tried doing them while watching television.

But I have found that doesn't work. I find that I miss important parts of the TV drama or forget key words in the puzzle.

You can only serve one master, so I just go ahead and do the puzzle and feel guilty. It’s OK. I've learned there are certain words often used in puzzles.

Words like “neap” (tidal word), “orts” (food leftovers), “nee” (being born), “neve” (snow or

ice), and hundreds of other filler words used by crossword makers. Once you learn them and use them for puzzles, you can also use those words to liven a conversation and impress friends.

If you are new to puzzles, you'll need a pencil with a soft lead and good eraser. The soft lead erases easy and doesn't dig holes in the cheap paper.

Also, buy a crossword puzzle dictionary. It'll help and as your vocabulary grows you will use the dictionary less and less, until finally, it’s just a 235,000 word paperweight.

I use a “Sensematic” pencil that is self-feeding, has a soft number two lead, and a great eraser. I know many folks that do puzzles in ink but I'm not that brave or proficient, so I really do need a good eraser.

I also tear out the puzzle pages one by one and put them on a clipboard. They're easier to work that way and with the board I always have a firm printing surface.

Purists may be aghast everywhere when I rip out the pages, but I don't care, it’s my book.

By the way, what’s a four letter word for finished?

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Big garage sale to be held in Lake Isabella Kern River Courier

Everybody loves a good garage sale.

The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce in Lake Isabella has been reorganizing their fundraising efforts recently, and one of the ideas they came up should be a sure winner – an “‘Isabella Boulevard Parking Lot Sale” to be held on May 1. It will be held at Downtown Storage & RV, on the old RJR’s car lot in Lake Isabella.

The chamber has put out a call

for old and new unwanted items that people would like to donate.

They are even willing to pick it up, if you will call them or email them: Ron: (760) 379-6440 Terry: (760) 379-8083 or rjsmithconstruction@wildblue.net tamoore841@hotmail.com The KRV Chamber is looking for donations of small things, but they will also take bigger things like furniture, concrete mixers, exercise equipments, boats or even cars.

WANTED Good quality families to adopt a dog or a cat. The animals have all been spayed or neutered and have had their shots.

Please call Jesse Martinez at (760) 378-3101 for an appointment to adopt.

Gerald A. Brown Manager / Director FD1731

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

NEPTUNE SOCIETY CENTRAL CALIFORNIA CREMATION SERVICE FUNERAL DIRECTORS

and friends for their support during this difficult time in the passing of a great husband, father and Papa, Norman W. Hylton. The world has truly lost a great man, and he will be dearly missed. Your thoughtfulness was sincerely appreciated by all of us.

We would also like to extend a special thank-you for all the food, flowers and cards. And to Optimal Hospice Care for all the ways they cared for him, for all the love they shared with him and for always being there for him and our family.

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Adventures K E

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Hospital + Other Features

STATISTICS

Golf Course

M.L. Ludiker Artwork & Design

Airport

Sierra Way

Wofford Heights

Kernville

Wofford Heights Park

Tillie Creek Live Oak

North Fork Marina Camp 9

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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

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

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Kern River Valley information Recreation Info U.S. Forest Service

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

Boulder Gulch Hungry Gulch Rich Gulch West Side French Gulch

French Gulch Marina Pioneer Point

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Water Ski Area

Lake Isabella South Fork Recreation Area

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

Lake Isabella

General KRV Info

Wildlife Area

Mountain Mesa

Friday, January 29, 2010

Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce

6404 Lake Isabella Blvd.

Across from Senior Center Local: (760) 379-5236 Toll Free: (866) KRV4FUN

Emergencies - call 911 Kern Valley Substation

Sheriff’s Department and CHP 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd.

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

Kern Valley Hospital Kern Valley Healthcare District

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

Kernville Chamber of Commerce South Fork Wildlife Parking Area

Southlake Map courtesy Mike Ludiker www.kernvalley.com

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

Sponsored by the Airport Cafe at Kern Valley Airport Sierra Way, 4 mi. south of Kernville Rd. Breakfast & Lunch, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Great food 7 days a week

The Kern River Courier’s

Sights Of The Valley

Sandy Kirkham sent us these photos for all to enjoy. Above: a scene encountered on Chimney Peak Road. Right: A snowy landscape near Walker Pass.

E-mail your scenic photos to office@kernrivercourier.com

Valley history: town of Lake Isabella The town of Lake Isabella is directly related to a previous town called Isabella, the site of which was inundated in the 1950s when the lake went in.

Old Isabella was first known as Barton Junction, when Steven Barton homesteaded the site in 1886. He built a small home near where the roads from Havilah, Onyx, and Old Kernville met close to the junctions of the South Fork and the North Fork of the Kern.

Barton may have chosen the site for his town with the benefit of a little inside information. He had met Richard Keyes in White River some years before, and perhaps the two men had discussed the future possibilities of the Kern River area. Also, since he was a well-established surveyor, Barton may have heard rumors of the plans being made to acquire land and water rights along the Kern River for a power plant. Barton had surveyed the course for the Wutchumme Ditch, the first irrigation canal in Tulare County, and acted as superintendent during the construction.

Barton was a man of many talents. Most of his known endeavors had been in the fields of geology and civil engineering. His success had largely been due to his early educational background and plenty of persistence and self-instruction. He was a 60-year-old bachelor when he homesteaded Barton Junction and began his new career as the founder of a town.

In a valley known for its rough and rowdy names like Black Gulch, Whiskey Flat, Bear Trap, and Rattlesnake Creek, Barton showed his individualism by naming his new town . . . Isabella.

In choosing that regal, feminine name, Steven Barton was deeply influenced by the patriotism of his forefathers and his love for America.

In 1893, he completed his plans for the township of Isabella, laid out into 98 parcels, and recorded his plans in the offices of the Kern County Recorder.

—– information from books by Bob Powers

Courier Fishing Report

More Alpers in the lake Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier Columnist

Due to a week of foul weather, fishing was, at best, terrible. The lake was the winner with lots of water from the storms.

There is good news, though.

By the

time this article reaches print there will be a truckload of Alpers trout planted on the south side of the lake. These are specially-grown trout that are famous for their fighting spirit.

The weather should be better now, so grab the fishing poles and go get ‘em.

Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and an avid fisherman.

Entertainment K E R N

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Couch Theater

Celebrity Extra

Let’s hear it for Neil

Back to the Jurassic

Previews of new DVDs

by DNA Smith Released the week of Feb. 8: PICKS OF THE WEEK "Hot August Night/NYC: Live From Madison Square Garden" -One Neil Diamond; four sold-out nights; 26 hit songs (27 if you count the fact that he sings "Sweet Caroline" TWICE). Recorded in August 2008, Neil proves that even though he's 112 years old, he still has the pipes to belt out a great show.

The DVD also includes the featurette "Welcome Home, Neil," about Diamond's pilgrimage to his boyhood home in Brooklyn.

"The Time Neil Diamond Traveler's Wife" -- Eric Bana stars as Henry, a librarian who is blessed/cursed with the power to travel through time. He can't control this power, so he doesn't know where in time he'll end up or for how long. Rachel McAdams co-stars as Clare, his wife. Henry finds himself appearing during various points in Clare's life, and the two are forced to somehow make the relationship work, knowing that Henry will disappear at any point.

I thought "The Time Traveler's Wife" was OK. Not a great romantic film, but it didn't suck, either. If you're looking for a very good Rachel McAdams romance film, then rent or buy "The Notebook." If you're looking for a great romantic movie with a time-travel plot, then by all means find a copy of 1980's "Somewhere in Time," starring Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour. And if you thought "The Time Traveler's Wife" had a hokey

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premise, Chris Reeve's ability to travel back in time involves him getting dressed in old-timey clothes and Wishing Real Hard.

"Studio One: Twelve Angry Men" -- Most of us are more familiar with the 1957 Sidney Lumet production starring Lee J. Cobb and Martin Balsam, but "Twelve Angry Men" was originally a made-for-TV play that aired in 1954, starring Norman Fell and Robert Cummings. This riveting drama about a jury deciding the fate of a teen boy accused of stabbing his father to death won three Emmys and is still as relevant today as it was more than a halfcentury ago.

TV SERIES "Gary Unmarried" The Complete First Season "The Guild" Season Three "JAG (Judge Advocate General)" The Complete Series "Sarah Silverman Program" Season Two, Vol. 2 "Vega$" The First Season, Volume 2 "The Patty Duke Show" Season Two "Jockeys" Season 2 "Army Wives" The Complete Third Season "JAG (Judge Advocate General)" The Final Season "Stargate SG-U: 1.0" "The Life and Times of Tim" The Complete First Season c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

"Painting Below Zero: Notes on a Life in Art"

by James Rosenquist, with David Dalton (Knopf, $50) Reviewed by Larry Cox

James Rosenquist has written one of the most intimate books ever about art - a captivating story that provides a unique look inside the contemporary art world.

Rosenquist’s family settled in Minneapolis, where James enrolled at the Minneapolis School of Art in 1948. The turning point in his artistic life occurred in 1955 when he arrived in New York to attend the Art Students League on scholarship.

He studied under George Grosz, Edwin Dickinson and Robert Beverly Hale, but it was the work he did as a billboard painter -- suspended on scaffolding high over Broadway -- that helped define his style. It was seminal training in that he was able to blend huge advertising art with the pop art images he produced and which made him famous during the 1960s.

In 1962, he had his first solo exhibit. Critics were impressed, and it helped establish him as one of the leading members of the pop movement of the 1950s and '60s. His first major studio was on Coenties Slip, at the very center of the new art world in America. His room-scale painting F-111 brought him international acclaim in 1965. As his work matured, he began to use enlarged pieces of unrelated everyday objects in his art.

Rosenquist's life also had its share of tragedy. In 1971, a major automobile accident left his wife and son in a coma. Despite the professional and emotional setback, he was eventually able to get his work back on track.Then in 2009, a horrific fire claimed his house, studio and warehouse in Florida, destroying all of the paintings on the property, including 15 new canvases that he had planned for an upcoming show. Following the fire, he proved once again that he is as resilient as his art. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

By Cindy Elavsky Q: I am bummed that "Glee" is on hiatus, and I can't wait for it to return! Can you give us a scoop about potential guest stars in the spring? -Stephanie P., Ocala, Fla. A: The divine Jane Lynch (who plays Sue Sylvester) recently revealed that none other than Olivia Newton-John will guest-star when the Fox series returns in April. Jane told E! online: "I'm so Ray Romano excited, I can't see straight! Olivia provided the soundtrack for my tortured adolescence. Her charitable work and commitment to making others' lives and the life of the planet better is so inspiring."

Word is that Olivia and Jane will sing a duet. The song: "Let's Get Physical."

Also, when "Glee" returns for its second season in the fall, there will be three new cast members. Fox has put out an open casting call for actors between the ages of 16 and 26. If interested, you can find info and updates at fox.com/glee. *** Q: I am really enjoying TNT's new show "Men of a Certain Age." Has it been picked up for a second season? -- Jeffrey G., Decatur, Ga. A: I have great news for you: TNT has renewed "Men" for a second season. The wry drama stars Ray Romano, Andre Braugher and Scott Bakula as friends who are

dealing with all the things life throws at them as they approach midlife. The show focuses on Joe (Romano), a 40-something, recently separated father of two who had dreams of being a professional golfer, but instead owns and runs a party store. He has two best friends: Owen (Braugher), who is a car salesman at his dad's dealership, and Terry (Bakula), a handsome, stillstruggling-to-make-it actor. *** Q: I keep hearing rumors about a new "Jurassic Park" movie in the works. Is it true? -- Henry H., via e-mail A: This is one rumor that is "triple" true. Joe Johnston, who directed the third installment, recently revealed that there is not only a fourth movie coming out, but it will be followed closely by two more. He told boxoffice.com: "'Jurassic Park IV' breaks away from the first three -- it's essentially the beginning of the second 'Jurassic Park' trilogy. It's going to be done in a completely different way. If you think of the first three (movies) as a trilogy, No. 4 would be the beginning of a second trilogy." *** Have a question for Cindy? Email her at letters@cindy elavsky. com, or write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

Top DVD rentals 1. The Hangover (R) Bradley Cooper 2. District 9 (R) Jason Cope 3. Paranormal Activity (R) Katie Featherston 4. A Perfect Getaway (NR) Steve Zahn 5. All About Steve (PG-13) Sandra Bullock

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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6. Inglourious Basterds (R) Brad Pitt 7. 9 (PG-13) animated 8. Jennifer's Body (R) Megan Fox 9. Public Enemies (R) Johnny Depp 10. Julie & Julia (PG-13) Meryl Streep (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Lighter side of faith

Voices of Faith

Are you just indifferent?

Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

There is a popular video Bible study in which the leader uses the phrase, “I am dumber now.” Not an acknowledgment of the loss of knowledge, but being exposed to another who has turned off discernment.

When such exposure happens on a large scale, it may be understood to be similar to something Jesus said in Semonious Matthew 24:12, “…because lawlessness will be increased, the love of many will grow cold.” In this case, love is to be understood not as a noun, but a verb, consider the meaning, “love-in-action.” The Greek word used is “agape,” which from sources apart from scripture, is given a meaning, of “charity.” In saying the love of many will grow cold, Jesus was answering his disciples who came to him asking, “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the close of the age?” Matthew 24:3. It is in this sense that as a general observation, we really are dumber now.

More than one authority has explained that the opposite of love is apathy, but who cares?

Author of “The Screwtape Letters,” C. S. Lewis, has the devil explaining his objective as not so much making people terrible but to just to make them indifferent. I remember being treated in an ER for burns. The doctor said he was going to give me a series of injections for pain. After each injection he would ask how I felt. He quit

when I said that it still hurt, but now I don’t care. Today, when I see others in situations I consider intolerable, I can understand their situation. My love has not grown cold; my understanding is that although I cannot make “it” go away, I can be there with them. In this I am not alone. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4. Remember that since, “No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.” 1 Corinthians 10:13. You are, therefore, equipped to be there; to give love-in-action.

I joke that in praying the Lord’s Prayer I have proof that God listens. In print this has a different impact than if I were standing there patting my stomach. Rejoicing in God’s blessings includes whatever there is to eat, whatever protection God offers, and understanding the blessing of being called home. You will hear, “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much.

Enter into the joy of your master.” Matthew 25:23.

“Voices of Faith” is a rotating column featuring messages from all churches.

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

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

Services 10:45 a.m. Eve. 5 p.m.

Wed. Service 6 p.m. 379-5819 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.

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A Sunday school teacher was giving her class the assignment for the next week.

"Next Sunday," she said, "we are going to talk about liars, and in preparation for our lesson I want you all to read the Seventeenth Chapter of Mark."

The following week, at the beginning of the class meeting, the teacher said, "Now then, all of you who have prepared for the lesson by reading the Seventeenth Chapter of Mark, please step to the front of the room."

About half the class rose and came forward.

"The rest of you may leave," said the teacher.

"These students are the ones I want to talk to. There is no seventeenth chapter in the Book of Mark." *** A man arrives at the Pearly Gates. He has to wait to be admitted while St. Pete leafs through his Big Book. He's checking to see if the guy is worthy of entry or not. Saint Peter goes through the books several times, furrows his brow, and says to the guy, "You know, I can't see that you did lots of good in your life. But you never did anything bad either. Tell you what – if you can tell me of one REALLY good deed that you did in your life, you're in."

The guy thinks for a moment and says, "Well, there was this one time when I was driving down the highway and I saw a biker gang assaulting this poor girl. I slowed down my car to see what was going on, and sure enough, that's what they were doing. Infuriated, I got out of my car, grabbed a tire iron from my trunk and walked straight up to the leader of the gang. I ripped the chain off his neck and smashed him over the head with the tire iron. Then I turned around and yelled to the rest of them, 'Leave this poor, innocent girl alone, you slime! You're all a bunch of sick, deranged animals! Go home before I teach you all a lesson in pain!'"

St. Peter, extremely impressed, says, "Really?

Wow, when did all this happen?"

"Er ... about two minutes ago."

Bible verse of the week “In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold.”

Ephesians 4:26-27 (NIV)

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 Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 7 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m.

376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 & 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

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Miscellaneous SGI - USA Buddhist Discussion Meetings - call 379-6162 for dates and times.

Based on the Lotus Sutra.

Salvation Army The needy are helped by the local affiliate of this national organization. Mon. 9 am — 1 pm. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-5100.

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Health Insurance Matters

Medicare has cost-saving programs Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist

People on Medicare tend to be of three varieties. Either they are very poor, they have modest income, or they are very wealthy.

I know few of the last categories, and hear the cry for help from the first. Last week I said I would discuss federal programs which help people pay for their Medicare benefits, which otherwise are deducted from their Social Security income.

WHAT IS QMB? Eligibility - Under the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program, states pay all Medicare premiums, deductibles and co-insur-

ance for aged and disabled people with countable incomes below 100% of Federal Poverty Levels (FPL) and with countable resources below $6,600 for an individual and $9,910 for a couple; these resource amounts are new for 2010 and considerably higher than in 2009. The current 2010 income eligibility limit for QMBs in the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia is $922.50 per month for an individual and $1224.17 per month for a couple.

(Amounts are higher for Alaska and Hawaii.) This amount includes a universal $20 income disregard. It does not include disregards allowed for earned income (the first $65 and one half of the remainder). (The monthly eligibility changes each year after the publication of annual income poverty guidelines, usually in January.)

Benefits - QMB benefits for 2010 include payment of $1156.80 in Part B premiums, the hospital deductible of $1,100 per spell of illness (note some beneficiaries may incur more than one Part A hospital deductible in a year, depending on whether subsequent hospital admissions during the year constitute a new spell of illness), $137.50/day co-payment for skilled nursing facility services after the 20th day, the Part B annual deductible of $155, as well as the 20% co-insurance on most Part B services. For those without premium-free Part A, they also include payment of over $5,000 in Part A premiums. The full Medicare Part D low-income subsidy is also available through QMB; it is estimated by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to have an average value of about $4,000 in 2009.

Connection to Medicare Part A Eligibility for QMB is dependent upon an individual's entitlement to Part A Medicare benefits. Most Medicare beneficiaries receive Part A benefits without payment of a premium as a result of having participated in Medicare-covered employment.

People age 65 and over who are not so entitled but who elect to purchase Part B coverage (or for whom Part B premiums are paid by Medi-Cal) may also purchase Part A, but it is expensive – $461/month for those with 29 or fewer quarters of Social Security coverage and $254/month for those with 30-39 quarters.

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

Sleeping position has a great deal to do with heartburn Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Kern River Courier Syndicated Columnist

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I have had acid reflux for quite some time, and doctors have prescribed different medicines, the last being omeprazole. Medicines were not relieving the burning pain. The best advice came from an online message board that said to "sleep on your left side." Figuring it wouldn't hurt to try this method, I began sleeping on my left side. Once my body learned to stay in that position, the pain does not bother me now at all at night. Why don't doctors share such simple methods for relief rather than prescribing medications? Please pass this information on to others. -- N.S. ANSWER: When it works, a change in sleeping position is a simple way to deal with a big problem. It doesn't work for everyone. In fact, it works for only a few, but it's still valuable advice and is something that should be suggested more often. A change in sleeping position also can work for snoring. Sleeping on the side, right or left, can open up the throat and stop snoring. Redundant

throat tissue, like a reed in a wind instrument, lies behind snoring. Sewing a pocket in the back of the pajamas and putting either a tennis ball or a marble in it keeps snorers off their backs.

Other self-help tips for GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease, heartburn or acid indigestion -- all are the same condition) include staying away from foods that cause it. Onions, garlic, coffee, carbonated beverages, alcohol, chocolate, fried and fatty foods, citrus fruits and juices, tomato sauces, peppermint, spearmint and spicy foods are notorious troublemakers.

Sleeping with the head of the bed elevated is another way to keep stomach acid in the stomach. Prop 6- or 8-inch blocks under the posts at the head of the bed. In this position, gravity keeps stomach acid in the stomach.

Chewing gum stimulates saliva production, and saliva is a natural antacid.

Don't wear tight garments or tight belts, both of which promote acid reflux.

I managed to get through this answer without mentioning a single medicine, not even Tums.

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Talking About Real Estate

2010 is looking up Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist

been some significant sales for over 200K recently in the Wofford Heights area and This has been a tough real Kernville still is holding value estate market the last couple of pretty well. The thing about years. We have seen fortunes Kernville is Real Estate does not lost, families displaced, lives forsell real fast there anyway. So ever altered by prices do not really come down, the decline in the market just dries up until values we have someone does make a purchase. seen which was Slow but steady for Kernville caused by corReal Estate, and slow but steady ruption, greed is what I am hoping for and lax underValleywide. writing guideIf we can get prices to settle at lines, but whata bottom, and lenders to loosen ever caused it, up a bit, there is a great chance Matt Freeman all that is for this market will turn here locally. another article!

Nationally, of course the biggest What I want to let you know is thing is Jobs Jobs Jobs, that is the fact that things are starting to important here as well. If this turn, at least in our local market. economy will turn, so will Real Sales prices are still relatively Estate. Hey, everybody has to depressed and listings are taking have a place to live. So be posia lot of time tive this year, to sell but if you need to there is sell, go movement.

Best of all, these loans are ahead. If you This despite need to buy, the fact that 100% financing, meaning no now is a regardless great time. down payment! of overall --Matt Freeman Live your life, market conReal Estate ditions in Trends will the area we follow. are a seasonal market anyway.

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Trish Montes trains a dog in Wofford Heights Park recently. Montes offers classes in the park on Saturday afternoons.

ALPERS continued from page 1 Lake Fishing Derby brings swarms of fishermen to the lake March 2729.

The Alpers trout are in addition to the 13,000 pounds of trout raised here in pens in Isabella Lake especially for the derby, with the tremendous help of the Kern River Valley Fish and Game Habitat Club.

The Alpers Owens River Ranch was originally a cattle ranch in 1906. It was converted into a fishing ranch in the 1920s. During the '70s and '80s, Tim Alpers and his father raised fish primarily to stock their family ponds. In 1984, local commu-

nities requested that Alpers grow and stock bigger trout.

Today, raising trout is Alpers’ primary occupation.

"Alpers trout are exclusive to the Eastern Sierra. These are fish raised on the bounty of the Eastern Sierra to benefit the local economy.

You won't find these trout anywhere else in the world," Alpers said.

What do we do when the times get tough? Go fishing, of course!

Make your plans now to enter the Isabella Lake fishing derby. Be sure to watch for KRV Publishing’s Kern Angler, in production now.

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California Joe’s Storytelling Corner

Friday, January 29, 2010

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob

The show must go on California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist

Nighttime in the mountains Underneath a buckskin yellow moon By a campfire burning low Singing songs of long ago Underneath a starry western sky Nighttime in the mountains California Joe Summer lighting flashing way up high I remember old days, remember old ways Old friends who won't be here tonight That’s two verses of a song no one's ever heard, from a show few have ever seen. Including me!

I just ran across three notebooks on a dusty bookshelf, and I was curious enough to start looking through them. Probably shouldn't have. I went from puzzlement to regret to wonderment to realizing there's a show here if I have the will to go through the agony of putting it all together.

The cast of characters includes Sam, Bart, and Old Blue. They meet on the Old Chisholm Trail.

There's a peddler’s pack of songs and stories, including “The

FLOOD con’t from page 1 can purify water.)

Before re-entering a home damaged from a flood – turn electricity off at the fuse box or main breaker until your home has adequately dried; check for gas leaks; examine your home for fire hazards; inspect the floors, doors, windows and walls for cracks or other damage to make sure the home isn't in danger of collapsing.

Sources: NFPA, FEMA, NOAA/NWS (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Weather Service), USGS (United States Geological Survey)

Dueling Cantors of New Orleans,” “There on The Trail to San Antonio, “A Tumbler at Grossinger’s,” “The Last of the Buffalo,” “How the Louisiana Swamp Fox Saved the Cajun Nation,” “How California Joe Got His Name,” “The Fools of Chelm,” ‘The Crazy Coots of Old San Francisco;” “It’s Hard To Be a Jewish Cowboy on the Old Chisholm Trail,” and “President Andy Jackson Tells a True Story to Jean Lafitte the Pirate King.”

Other notes in my just-rediscovered notebooks include pages of Indian names like Spotted Tail, Conquering Bear, Red Feather, Little Killer, Iron Shell, Blue Robe, Young Man Afraid, January Moon of Frost on the Lodge, Kicking Bear.

I'm sitting here going through the scrambles and rambles of someone truly mad, a writersongwriter – historian – storyteller – ex-actor/director.

How do I make sense of all this?

Out of all these scribblings and note takings there's probably a show waiting to be put together. The question is do I have the courage and vision to do it.

I’ll let you know!

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

Cerro Coso to hold Driver’s Ed class Cerro Coso Community College in Lake Isabella is offering a Driver's Education class. This class, taught by James Thompson, will meet on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning Feb. 3. The class will meet at the Kern Valley High School.

This class does not offer behind the wheel instruction. There is a class fee of $50 and the minimum age is 14½ years.

Students may register with parental consent at the college office at 5520 Lake Isabella Boulevard during regular business hours. For more information, contact the College Office at (760) 379-5501.

Bodfish Bob's Mexican Chicken 1/2 lb package tortilla chips 2 cups chicken broth 1 boiled, de-boned, cut up chicken 1 chopped onion 1 green pepper, chopped 1/2 cup chopped celery 1 stick of butter 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp chili powder 1 10oz can of tomatoes w/ green chilies 1 can cream of chicken soup (undiluted) 1 can cream of mushroom soup (undiluted) 1/2 lb grated cheddar cheese

Bodfish Bob’s Omelette Casserole 3 cups frozen hash brown potatoes 18 large eggs, beaten 2 1/3 cups chopped cooked turkey ham 1 1/4 cups chopped ripe tomato - divided use 1 cup chopped green bell pepper - divided use 1/3 cup chopped onion 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese mix

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Cook potatoes according to package directions and drain well. Combine potatoes, eggs, ham, 1 cup tomato, 3/4 cup bell pepper, and onion in a large bowl and stir well. Pour mixture into a lightly greased 13 x 9 x 2inch baking dish. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes.Top with remaining 1/4 cup tomato and 1/4 cup bell pepper. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

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3/4 c. Bisquick 1 package instant vanilla pudding 1/4c. oil 1 egg 1/4 c. M&M candies

Beat up egg with oil, well. Add instant pudding. Beat again. Add the Bisquick and slowly stir in the M&M’s.

Roll in balls and put on a well-greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 13 min. or until edges are brown.

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

For anyone wanting to carry a weapon during the Whiskey Flat Days celebration, a weapons and ammunition check will be at the Leather Goods tent at Whiskey Flat Camp (across from the rodeo grounds) starting Thursday, Feb 11 and extending though the weekend. Each participant must sign a release agreeing to the following rules: 1) Safety is our prime concern; for the re-enactor and the viewing public 2) No live ammunition to be carried in the weapon or on your person at any time 3) Dummy ammunition only. Spent primers are preferred. Participants with live primers will have to demonstrate that the cartridge contains no powder 4) For those engaging in gunfight routines, blank rounds should be chambered just prior to the routine and removed immediately after it concludes Participants will be issued a ribbon indicating that they have agreed to the restrictions listed above. This ribbon should be displayed prominently on the participant's costume.

Weapons carrying participants may be subject to random checks by the Kern County Sheriffs Department to confirm they are in compliance with the above regulations.

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Line a baking dish (a big one) with tortilla chips. Pour chicken broth over chips. Add chicken.

Saute onion, green peppers and celery in butter. Add cumin and chili powder to vegetables. Pour this over chicken. Mix tomatoes and soups together. Pour mixture over all. Sprinkle with cheese and bake at 300F for 1 hour. Serves 8.

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Collecting

Our Valley, Our Earth

Does it say “McCoy?”

Domes are exfoliated

Larry Cox Courier Syndicated Columnist

Q: I have a large "Leaves and Berries" jardiniere in green made by McCoy. It was originally one of a pair. What might I expect to pay for its mate? -- Marie, Victoria, Texas A: According to Warman's McCoy Pottery: Identification and Price Guide by Mark F. Moran (Krause, $24.99), the jardiniere and pedestal are valued in the $225 to $275 range. I suspect if one surfaces in a shop or on eBay, it might sell for much more since McCoy is still very trendy and hot. *** Q: I have an old Bible that was published just before the American Civil War. It is bound in leather and quite elaborate. Is it collectible? -Steve, Pueblo West, Colo.

A: Verily I say unto you, just because a Bible is old doesn't necessarily mean it is valuable. To contact an expert, I recommend William J. Chamberlin, vice-president of the International Society of Bible Collectors. He is friendly and quite knowledgeable. His contact information is 7413 Snow Apple Drive, Clarkson, MI 48346, and www.biblecollectors.org. *** Q: I bought a bell mounted on a piece of wood that was originally a Christmas com-

memorate from 1969. Can you tell me if there is value to it? -- Lynette, Franklin, Ky. A: I suggest you contact the American Bell Association, a group with more than 2,000 members and 458 chapters worldwide.

The contact information is www.americanbell.org, and 7210 Bellbrook Drive, San Antonio, TX 78227. Check out the Web site to find a chapter in your region. *** Q: I have several Saturday Evening Post magazines that my father collected. Where can I find out what they're worth? -- Jean, Deland, Fla. A: Most Saturday Evening Posts published since World War II sell in the $10 to $15 range, slightly more if they're classic Norman Rockwell covers or ones of historic value. A good general reference is the Antique Trade Vintage Magazines Price Guide by Richard Russell and Elaine Gross Russell (Krause, $19.99).

bility that will pay for up to 36 months of tuition, books and housing.

Not only are veterans going For certain disabled veterans, back to school by the thousands, there is the Survivors and but those who choose the new Dependents Educational Post-9/11 GI Bill also have the Assistance Program. The veteroption of giving those education an must have a service-connectbenefits to a spouse or depended disability that is permanent ent. and total, must be receiving To qualify for the transfer of care, and will be discharged education from the benefits, service due the veterto the disThe spouse or dependent an must: ability. will receive a certificate of eligi• Be Dependents on active of veterans bility that will pay for up to 36 duty on who died on or after active duty months of tuition, books and Aug. 1, can take housing.

2009. advantage of • Have education --Freddy Groves at least benefits for six years 45 months. in the Go to www.gibill.va.gov for service and agree to serve for more details and instructions, or four more (there are provisions call 1-888-442-4551. for those who cannot agree to Honorably discharged veterfour more years). ans who wish to go to school • Be eligible to retire before themselves using the Post-9/11 2013 (or be qualified to retire GI Bill must first qualify by havdue to having served for 20 ing at least 90 days of service on years). or after Sept. 11, 2001, or who • Transfer to either a spouse have a service connected disabilor a dependent child (the time ity after only 30 days. can be divided between them).

• Already be registered in the Write to Freddy Groves in DEERS system with eligible fam- care of King Features Weekly ily members listed.

Service, P.O. Box 536475, After the veteran is verified as Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send being eligible to receive the ben- e-mail to efits, the spouse or dependent columnreply@gmail.com. will receive a certificate of eligi(c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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in igneous rocks like granites and basalts; bedding planes in shales and clays; natural cements in sandstones and conglomerates are very susceptible to relative "quick" decomposition by water, ice and wind. Chemical Weathering attacks and changes the mineral components of the rocks, while Mechanical Weathering destroys the rock but leave the minerals unchanged.

Effective weathering agents include temperature changes, frost, drought, ice, crystallizing salts and growing plants.

The diagram shows a mechanical type of weathering in granite called Exfoliation. This is also called spherical weathering because it is the flaking of intensely heated rock surfaces that expand more then the cooler rock below. This process produces rounded, isolated rock masses call "Exfoliation Domes". Yosemite Valley displays many exfoliation domes formed by this process.

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.

(c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

Veterans can now give benefits

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Now that we have a better understanding of the types of rocks that are present on earth and the mechanism of burial, heat and pressure that creates them, I will continue with some of the ways that exposed rocks, at the surface, are altered and changed into dif- Ron Bolyard ferent rock components.

The "weathering" of surface rocks is a very pervasive process.

The environment in which the rocks are attacked and the way that they are decomposed depends on the climate and the type of rocks present. The rocks that have basic "flaws" like joints

*** Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475, 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.

Veterans Post

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Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist

LAKESHORE continued from page 1 minimize (public) use” to reduce the impact upon the land.

Several in the crowd wondered what kind of damage has been done over the years by simply driving across a dry lakebed that would be covered up at a later point. Terrell answered that there was a complicated set of federal and state laws, including the Clean Water Act, that she had to adhere to. Watersheds had to be protected, she said.

Terrell said that instead of closing the lakeshore entirely, she and her team decided to implement an alternative option to allow 16 areas around the lake where people could drive.

There will be paths to drive down to the lakeshore. Once drivers are down to the water’s edge, they will be allowed to travel along the lakeshore between the water’s edge and about 300 feet away from and parallel to the shore. Travel along the shoreline within the designated open areas is unlimited, but travel to the designated open areas will follow the same path for everyone. The path

will be wide enough to accommodate two-way travel.

However, during low water times during which the level is below about 2,560 feet elevation, according to project leader Chris Sanders, travel between that low point and the water’s edge won’t be allowed.

The Courier looked at various state and federal Isabella Reservoir water level records and found that the 2,560-foot level translates to approximately 120,000 to 130,000 acre-feet of water, depending on the source.

The lake went below 120,000 acre-feet on Sept. 10, and just recently went over that amount.

According to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the current elevation of the lake is 2551.47 feet of elevation and the water storage is 121,768 acre-feet.

Printed maps of the 16 open areas will be available to the public in April, Terrell said. In the meantime, the map can be found on the Sequoia National Forest Web site under “Record of Decision.”

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

Boats

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 _________________________ Wofford Heights - Clean 1 bd mobile home on large private (unfenced) lot with mountain & canyon views. $475/mo. Call Mary/Bernard (805) 323-5642 ___________________________ Kernville - Hi-Ho Mobile Home Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $595/mo + deposit and utilities.

760-376-2671 _________________________ Lake Isabella - 3 bd house with attached garage, fenced yard, covered patio. Near Vons.

Vacant, $750 per mo. 760-223-1056 _________________________ Kernville - Studio Apartments available at River View RV Park. $400 month rent w/ utilities included. 760-376-2345 _________________________ Weldon Area - ROOMMATE WANTED - Old Mobile on Land. Fixed Income & Bad Credit O.K. $400 + util. Call 760-223-6395.

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 or 661-210-7868

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Found SMALL KEY in front of W.H. post office on top of big white rock in early am. Call Kathe @ 760-376-7126 or inquire @ P.O. _________________________ PERSONAL CALENDAR Black. Found in front of the Courier office. Call 760-376-2860

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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. _________________________ FOR SALE-Established Christian Book Store on busy highway. Everything stays. Step Right In! Call Sheila for info.

760-376-2665 or 661-979-0999 _________________________ FOR LEASE 5116C Lake Isabella Blvd.

1,200 sq. ft Bldg. Next to Glamour Room Salon $550 + security deposit. Call Jeannie

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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

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Payment is required prior to run. Phone orders are accepted with credit card only.

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Letters to the Courier To the Honorable Patrick Marlette, Superior Court Judge, Sacramento Dear Judge Marlette, This letter is to outline my concerns about a recent statement made by one of the plaintiffs in the case (about the DFG Hatchery and Stocking Program EIR/EIS), Noah Greenwald of the Center for Biological Diversity. Mr. Greewald states that the recently completed EIR/EIS has “utterly failed to mitigate the devastating impacts of stocking hatchery fish on our native species...” and that the “[Department of] Fish & Game needs to redo the report...”

I respectfully submit that enough time and state resources have been spent drafting this extensive EIR/EIS. The Kern River Valley, which I represent in the State Assembly, has been kept in economic limbo long enough due to this EIR/EIS. Businesses have closed, and the sport fishing economy, (upon) which the Kern River depends, has been ravaged (during) the time it has taken to complete this report.

Within the report, it was proven that the hatchery-bred trout have had no effect upon the native hardhead minnow. Specifically stated within the report: “Hardhead have been observed to co-occur in the Kern River where nonnative rainbow trout have been stocked in waters occupied by hardhead for 70 years with no perceived impacts upon hardhead (McGuire 2009)...”

From this evidence, I would request that you find the EIR/EIS is sufficient to allow the stocking of hatchery trout to continue.

Jean Fuller 32nd Assembly District Dear Kern River Courier, I just found out the Kern River Valley Youth Center on Golden Spur in Lake Isabella is in dire straits! The Board of Directors might have to sell the facility. No more Youth Center? No! It’s the only place in town that caters to teens for dances, skateboarding and many other events. This building is also available to rent for meetings, classes, adult dances, dinners or other social functions for a nominal, minimal, small fee.

Let’s keep this great spot that is available to the public open for our pleasure. There are no other places like it in the Kern River Valley!

Volunteer to assist with the kids after school or at their dances – or rent it!

Cinamon Park Bodfish

Death notices Dale Lee Gibson Dale Lee Gibson, 52, of Wofford Heights, passed away Jan. 24, 2010.

Services are pending Arrangements by Lake Isabella Cremation and Funeral Society, 6048-A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240.

(760) 379-5006.

Zachary Vondoch Rock Zachary Vondoch Rock, 35, of Bodfish, passed away on Jan. 19, 2010.

No services are scheduled. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Cremation and Funeral Society, 6048-A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240.

(760) 379-5006.

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

Wofford Hts - Nice renovated 2 bd. 1 ba. House and studio with 1 bd. 1 ba. On corner of Pine & Panarama. $158,000.

Call (661) 979-0999

Official Notice Due to recent lawsuits and a resulting government report, it has been found that there are numerous predatory fish in the Pacific Ocean. Therefore, it has been determined and so ordered that any & all species, listed as endangered or even slightly at risk, must & will be, immediately re-located to Lake Isabella and upper Kern River areas for their protection and proliferation. Be advised that: Regardless of licenses in possession, and at risk of extremely heavy fines, you are not allowed to catch, eat or play with any so listed. (Too numerous to include here.) Local water recreationists are warned of increased hazards. However, on a positive note, whale watching will soon be available from Engineer Point & ‘designated accessible’ lake areas.

Spaces for Rent

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

Wanted to Buy ALWAYSBUYING ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES, 21st year in the

Kern River Valley. Highest prices paid, one piece or a house full. Don't give it away at a yard sale! GHOST TOWN RELICS @ SILVER CITY. (760) 379-5146

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Tammy Barkley and Rose McLaughlin of the Los Vaqueros Gymkhana Club have taken two riders with special needs under their collective wing – Terri Gallion (left) and Maria Gledhill (right).

Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: JERRY'S ELECTRICAL SERVICE (2010-B0165) Street address of principal place of business: 2221 20TH street West, Rosamond, CA 93560. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 477, Rosamond, CA 93560. REGISTRANT: Jerry Winfrey, 2221 20th Street, Rosamond, CA 93560.

A, Individual.

Date the business commenced: 10/11/1973. 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: Jerry Winfrey. This statement filed on 01/07/2010. Expires 01/07/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk.

By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier January 22, 29, February 5 and 12, 2010.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF KENNETH ARVUL WILLIAMS aka KENNETH A. WILLIAMS aka KENNETH WILLIAMS S-1501-PB-59615 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of KENNETH ARVUL WILLIAMS aka KENNETH A. WILLIAMS aka KENNETH WILLIAMS A PETITION for Probate has been filed by: CURTIS B. WILLIAMS aka BRENT WILLIAMS in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN.

THE PETITION for Probate requests that CURTIS B. WILLIAMS aka BRENT WILLIAMS 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 25, 2010 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301.

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 Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as pro-

vided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: JAMIE P. GELBER, Atty.

6435 Lake Isabella Blvd., P.O. Box 2810 Lake Isabella, CA 93240 (760) 379-2604 (Published Kern River Courier, January 22, 29 and February 5, 2010) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: FAY CREEK WELL WATER SYSTEM (2010B0470) Street address of principal place of business: 9617 South Fay Creek Ford, Weldon, CA 93283. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 438, Weldon, CA 93283. REGISTRANT(S): Robert Lowe, 9617 South Fay Creek, Weldon, CA 93283, Todd Bastian, 121 North W Street, Lompoc, CA 93436 and Beth Mramor, 23422 Candlewood Way, West Hills, CA 91307. E, Unincorporated Association.

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 H. Lowe. This statement filed on 01/21/2010.

Expires 01/21/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier January 29, February 5, 12 and 19, 2010.

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Friday, January 29, 2010

Courier chuckle of the week: “Cleaning your house while your kids are still growing is like shoveling the walk before it stops snowing.�

- Phyllis Diller

See Page 16 for answers to puzzles

Salome’s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your natural Arian leadership qualities make you the person others will follow in tackling that important project. But don't get so involved in the work that you neglect your personal life.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Aspects favor sorting through your possessions, both at work and at home, to start giving away what you don't use, don't need or don't like. Relax later with someone special.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The issues are not quite as clear as they should be. That's why you need to avoid getting involved in disputes between colleagues or between relatives or personal friends.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You'll get lots of support from others if you own up to your mistake quickly and include a full and honest explanation.

Learn from this experience.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) There might be some early confusion over a major move, whether it's at work or at home. But once you get a full breakdown of what it entails, it should be easier to deal with. .

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Creating order out of chaos, even in the most untidy spaces, should be no problem for organized Virgos. So go ahead and do it, and then accept praise from impressed colleagues.

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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Whether it's for business purposes or just for leisure, a trip might be just what you need right now. You would benefit from a change of scenery and meeting new people.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) While things generally go well this week, a romantic situation seems to have stalled. But you can restart it if you want to.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A meeting that was promised quite a while back could finally happen. So be sure you're prepared with everything you'll need to make your case sound convincing and doable.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A workplace blunder could create a problem down the line unless you deal with it right now to see how and why it happened. Don't be surprised at what you might learn.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) This is a good time to re-sort your priorities and see if adjustments are called for. Decide what to keep, what to discard and what to change.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Letting yourself be bathed in the outpouring of love and support from those who care for you will help you get through a difficult period sooner rather than later.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have an uncanny gift for reaching out to all people and creating bridges of understanding among them. c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Trivia Test

By Fifi Rodriguez 1. TIME: A quadrennial refers to what period of time?

2. CARTOONS: Who was the voice of "Underdog" in the cartoon series?

3. GEOGRAPHY: In what U.S. state did the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain take place during the Civil War? 4. ASTRONOMY: What shape is the Milky Way galaxy?

5. LANGUAGE: What is the meaning of the Latin phrase, "Cogito ergo sum"?

Answers:

1. Four years 2. Wally Cox 3. Georgia 4. Spiral 5. "I think, therefore I am"

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(c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Elusive fountain of youth?

Research has stated that Baby Boomers are the biggest consumers of products to slow down aging. In essence, they are consumers consumed with finding the elusive Fountain of Youth, which the Spanish explorer, Ponce De Leon, was driven to locate.

However, finding the Fountain of Youth can be easier than you think and lies right here at your back door. In fact, the answer lies in allowing a pet into your heart and home, so that you are able to experience the truly loving and loyal companionship without any

demands that only a pet is able to give.

So stop, and create a new you by coming to Critter Sitters of Weldon to indulge yourself in the Fountain of Youth by adopting a well-trained dog, cat and/or kitten.

Today, invest in your emotional and physical well-being, and call Jesse Martinez at (760) 378-3101 to visit his facility and adopt a rescued pet like the ones pictured in this ad. Mr. Martinez will gladly place you with a pet that will fit with your lifestyles and abilities for a small donation.

This old stagecoach and whimsical cactus made from horseshoes were recently glimpsed on the property of Al and Pam Kleidon in the Kelso Valley area.