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KVAP holds free swimming day
Fri.: Sunny and hot. High 94.
Pool is free Saturday, July 11
Sat.: Mostly sunny and hot. High 99.
Mike Devich Kern River Courier
What’s better than swimming in a clean, cool pool for only three bucks? Swimming in a clean, cool pool for free! The Kern Valley Aquatics Program (KVAP) will host its first Free Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 11 at 12:30 p.m. The fun will take place at the South Fork Middle School Pool in Weldon. To find the school, take Highway 178 to Kelso Valley Road, turn south and drive a couple of miles to the school. There will be relays for all ages, including a parent/child dolphin race, underwater races,
lifeguard challenge, T-shirt relay, biggest splash contest, noodles races, underwater diving for prizes and more. Each child participant will receive a ribbon and chances to win prizes. “Come join the fun and see our growing aquatics program,” said KVAP Director Lynnette Thomas. KVAP offers swimming lessons for those who don’t know how to swim. “Our mission is to make every child and adult in the Kern River Valley water safe,” said Thomas. “Our motto is teaching excel-
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Groups find new homes
Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier
Courier photographer and co-owner Michael Batelaan gets inside a soaring exploding firework during the Independence Day show last Saturday over Isabella Lake. For more holiday weekend photos, see page 16.
The Kern River Courier has learned that most of the groups that had been holding evening meetings at the Senior Center have found other locations in the wake of severe budget cuts that will shorten the Center’s hours as of Aug. 1. Until we hear otherwise from the groups, we assume that the Courier Calendar meeting locations on page 2 are still accurate and will be until the end of this month. We will be working to obtain updated information.
Not too early to get in on Cerro Coso College classes Kern River Courier
Fall, believe it or not, is only a short time away. It’s time now to plan out what educational opportunities you will be taking advantage of. Something everyone likes is music. The Kern River Valley campus of Cerro Coso Community College in Lake Isabella is offering Orchestra as a Community Education Class for the fall semester. Share your musical talent and register today. This class is entitled "Cerro Coso Kern Valley Orchestra." It will begin on Monday, August 24, and go through December 7. Instructed by Bruce Brady, this class will meet on Monday evenings from 5 to 9 p.m. in Room G of the college, located at 5520 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella at Kern Valley Plaza. There is a class fee of $30 and the minimum age for the class is 10 years old. The Cerro Coso Kern Valley Orchestra performs a variety of styles of classical and semi-classical music. This includes music from the stage and movies, popular music, music from around the world and big-band/jazz arrange-
ments. Students will be required to participate in two performances per semester. All students should be able to play all major scales and be able to read music. Woodwind or brass musicians should have at least one year of playing experience or instruction. String musicians should have at least three years of playing experience or instruction or be able to play in third position. To register, students may print and complete the registration form found on the college website at www.cerrocoso.edu/communityed. Click on "Community Education Registration Form" under the section for the Kern River Valley Campus. Students may mail or fax their completed form to the address or fax number listed at the top of the form. You can also register in person at the Admissions and Records Office at the Kern River Valley Campus. For more information, contact the Cerro Coso Community College, Kern River Valley Campus at (760) 379-5501, Extension 6802 and speak to Inge Olsen. – Cerro Coso College
Vol. 6 No. 23 Lake Isabella’s weekend weather
Fri. night: Partly cloudy. Low 68.
Sat. night: Mostly clear. Low 68. Sun.: Sunny and hot, high 99. Sun. night: Mostly clear, low 68. National Weather Service
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Colbey Curten caught four huge trout recently.
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The Trail of 100 Giants is one of the more popular tourist destinations in the area.
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The Courier Marketplace is becoming THE place to sell your unwanted items.
Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m.
Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier
A plane drops fire retardant near Camp Nine on Wednesday as a fire breaks out on the hill.
Fire agencies quell flames Mike Devich Kern River Courier
Fires continue to create havoc in the valley, as tinder-dry conditions prevail. On Wednesday, a fire started near Camp Nine on Sierra Way at 10 a.m. It was quickly suppressed, helped by tanker plane and helicopter drops of water. On July 2, a wildland fire near French Gulch started at about 2 p.m. Downed power lines were the
reported cause. Power was out to many customers in Wofford Heights for several hours. It was held to a half-acre. A fire in Mt. Mesa on Tuesday, June 30 caused almost a half million dollars of damage to structures there, and caused several spot grass fires. There were no reported injuries in any of the fires. All of the fires could have
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Storage, Isabella Reservoir 223, 395 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 648 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 1507 cfs Borel Canal flow 553 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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Courier Calendar Art workshop to be held July 9 at Youth Center The Kern River Valley Art Association will be holding a Marketing Your Art workshop
Regular meetings and 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. - Kern River Hot Rodders Cruise Night, Circle Park, Kernville, 3rd Fri. • 8 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 3762066.
Saturdays
• 6:30 a.m.- noon - Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Ctr, French Gulch. 661-978-8712 • 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. • 3 p.m., KRV CB’ers dinner, Sr Ctr., Lake Isabella, 2nd and 4th Saturdays. • 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
• KRV Garden Group, 2nd Tues. 379-6162. • 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. • 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. (July 14 meeting will be 11 a.m.) • 6 p.m. - LI-Bodfish Prop. Owners meet at
administered by Jeanette Richardson, Executive Director of the Arts Council of Kern. It will take place July 9 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Kern Valley Youth Center. Cost is 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 meeting dark for summer. Resumes Sept. 379-2303. • 3 p.m. - Crystal Meth Anonymous meets at Fountain of Christ Church. 223-0074. • 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. • 3 p.m.- Republicans of Kern Valley meet 3rd Thurs. at Odd Fellows Hall. 549-3033. • 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. - Rotary Club meets - Golf Course, Kernville. • 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 dates have changed.
Sixth Annual Kern River CleanUp Day July 11 Volunteers will be floating in rafts along the lower Kern River’s shores cleaning up litter from Keyesville to Democrat Hot Springs on July 11 starting at 9 a.m. There will be a barbecue and entertainment starting at 6 p.m. at Miracle Hot Springs Raft Launch. Live entertainment will be provided by local music group Out Of The Blue. Please bring your own leather gloves, drinking water and sunscreen. Trash bags, rafts and river shuttle will be provided by the valley’s whitewater outfitters and local merchants. For more information call the Kern Valley River Council at (760) 549-3760. Swim free at Family Fun Day Saturday July 11 There will be a free Family Fun Day Saturday, July 11 at the South Fork Middle School Pool in Weldon, hosted by the Kern Valley Aquatics Program (KVAP). It will start at 12:30 p.m. There will be relays for all ages, including a parent/child dolphin race, underwater races, lifeguard challenge, T-shirt relay, biggest splash contest, noodles races and underwater diving for prizes and more. Each child participant will receive a ribbon and chances to win prizes. Submit orders for July’s “Angel Food” soon Assistance with the Angel Food orders for July is being offered at The Community Christian Service Center, 6501 Lake Isabella Blvd., in Lake Isabella. Anyone desiring to have their Angel Food orders delivered to Lake Isabella for pickup must place the order through the Community Christian Service Center. For Information call 760379-5100 Monday through Wednesday. Fuller staff to hold office hours in valley July 14 Assemblymember Jean Fuller’s staff will hold office hours at the Kern County Building, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd., on Thursday, July 16 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. To make an appointment, call (661) 395-2995. Republican Club to host State Senate candidate July 16 The Kern Valley Republican Club will be hosting State Senate candidate Bill Maze on Thursday, July 16 at 6:00 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall on the corner of Tobias and Scodie Rd. in Kernville. Maze was a three term State Assembly member, and past Tulare County Supervisor. The seat he is running for is currently held by Roy Ashburn. He will be sharing his ideas for improving conditions in California. All interested parties are invited to attend at no charge. Light refreshments will be served. Anyone with questions can call Bill @ 417-9213. Government commodities distributed Tuesday, July 28 Food commodities will be distributed on Tuesday, July 28 to those who fit certain economic guidelines. Begins at 7 a.m. at Grace Chapel, Mt. Mesa; Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights; Senior Center, Lake
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Things I Have Noticed...
Shingles ain’t always for roofs Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist
As we get older and more susceptible to the aches and pains of old age, I've noticed that we are eligible for some of the more exotic diseases that afflict the over-50 crowd. There is diverticulitis, pertussis, sinusitus, sciaticia, varicella, angina, anaphylaxis, myocardia Middleworth infarction, and conjunctivitus, to name just a few. All of these are alarming things to have. The names alone let you know how serious they are. Then along comes a virus like the one my poor wife was recently smitten with.It’s one that is hurtful, takes a month to recover from, cannot be easily cured, and according to the medical profession, the cause is unknown. As painful as it is, it surely should have an exotic name. But it doesn't, and when the doctor looks at this viral infection does he call it by some Latin doctor term? No. Instead, after a short inspection, he sits back in his wheeled swivel doctor chair, looks you in the eye and says, "Well, you have ‘shingles.’” Shingles doesn't sound like much of a disease. In fact, it sounds more like something a carpenter would put on your roof. So how can you tell friends that
you have a serious inflammation with a comical name like shingles? How can you be serious about a word that rhymes with jingles or pringles? When you tell folks what you have, who knows what kind of thought picture goes through their minds? Meanwhile, what you really have are little volcanoes erupting all over your body, itching and hurting like crazy. So why, with all the medical researchers around, can't they come up with a better word that will engender some feeling by others for this affliction? Something that expresses the hurt like “massivepinkelitis” or “Itsnotafunnyfungle.” At least your disease would have a decent descriptive sound to it, and your friends would be more likely to appreciate your discomfort. My wife has endured the meanness of the viral bug for over a week now. She has found out that it all started long ago when she had chicken pox, has taken years to appear, isn't contagious, and knows her friends still love her even though they still snicker when the word shingles is spoken. And meanwhile, all she can do is itch and scratch. Bummer in the summer! Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program and coordinator for the Lake Patrol volunteers.
Photo courtesy of Joonique Designs
The recent graduating class of CASA (above) contained one Wofford Heights woman, Victoria Tanner. She traveled to Bakersfield 10 times to complete CASA training. CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates, and they are there to help children who need their assistance.
CASA welcomes 24 graduates Kern River Courier
On June 18, 24 dedicated volunteers completed CASA training and were sworn in as Court Appointed Special Advocates. The Honorable Judge Jon Stuebbe administered the Oath of Office, and CASA Executive Director Colleen McGauley welcomed these highly trained volunteers who will serve abused, abandoned and neglected children in Kern County. Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Kern County asks for volunteers to be consistent caring adults to children in the foster care system. CASA volunteers devote 10-15 hours per month, developing a special bond with the child, gathering information and making recommendations to the court as to the best interest of the
child. There are nearly 3,000 children in the Juvenile Dependency System and more CASA volunteers are needed in the Kern River Valley. For information on the next CASA training class, please contact Kate Kenney at (661) 631-2272. Pictured in the photo above are the following: Front row: Joy Oldright, Yessica Gutierrez, LaShawn Baldwin, Victoria Tanner, Emily Dominguez, Paula Roy, Hope Dilbeck, Lin Cameron. Back row: Brenda Preston, Darlene Tyus, Marjorie Holt, Veronica Lomely, Betsy Jackson, TiAnn Keegan, Eric Ramirez, Mark Hargis, Sabrina Collins, Jayme Travers, Colleen Grace, Kelsey Primm, Vanessa Webb, Ashley Nation, Hannah Lamas. Not Pictured: Carolyn Keverline.
COURIER CALENDAR continued from page 2 Isabella. Senior care representative to speak July 29 in Kernville The new president of the Kernville Chamber of Commerce, Jill Thurman, has announced that Forest Hagood of Home Instead Senior Care will be speaking July 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall in Kernville. It’s free to the public. Home Instead Senior Care is a network of locally owned franchise offices that was developed with a passionate desire to be your trusted in-home care agency, to help your family keep your aging mother, father, grandparents or friends in their home as they grow older. Who should attend? If you have situations occurring now and do not know how to approach the family member; If you are researching options in adult care and would just like information; If you are currently a caregiver for an aging adult and looking for affordable assistance. Hummingbird celebration August 1 at KR Preserve The annual Hummingbird Celebration starts Aug. 1 at the Kern River Preserve in Weldon from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information call Alison at (760) 378-2029 or go to www.kern.audubon.org. Information for most items from the Kernville Chamber of Commerce. 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 Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and admission price, if any, must be listed.
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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 (760) 379-5236
General KRV Info
Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Across from Senior Center
Emergencies - call 911 Kern Valley Hospital McCray and Laurel, Mt. Mesa (760) 379-2681 Kern Valley Substation Sheriff’s Department and CHP 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. (760) 549-2100 Weekdays only, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Let’s Go Fishing
The trout are out there Jack Bustamante Kern River Courier Columnist
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Must See: The Trail of 100 Giants One of the southernmost Giant Sequoia groves, Long Meadow Grove (also known by some as Redwood Meadow Grove), offers a half-mile interpretive walking trail, The Trail of 100 Giants, through majestic mature sequoias. It is fairly easy to get to by car on Western Divide Highway (County Route SM107). Accessible by car now, but not in winter when the road is closed due to snow. The grove is about 340 acres with sequoias occurring on considerably less acreage, as there are several pockets of mixed conifers without sequoias in them. The grove is primarily on the west side of the road. Directly across the road is Redwood Meadow Campground, where you’ll pay a $5 parking fee. How to Get There: Coming out of the Kern River Valley, take Mountain 99 (County Route SM99 -- also known in the Kernville area as Sierra Way) up the Upper Kern River about 20 miles to County Route SM50 near Johnsondale (no services available there). About 5.5 miles west of Johnsondale is the junction with Western Divide Highway near Parker Pass. Take Western Divide Highway about 2.0 miles to Redwood Meadow Campground and Trail of 100 Giants. Travel time is about 1 to 1-1/2 hrs. from Kernville. The road goes right along the Kern River most of the way. The Western Divide Highway also goes past the popular Dome Rock (only a short distance from the highway). You can get a bite to eat at the Ponderosa Store.
Another great week of fishing in the Kern River Valley! What more can you expect? Most of us who move here retire here, and those who come to visit here come because of the fishing. The early morning crappie bite is still going strong. Joughin Stock up on Cove and Kissack hot dogs. Cove are producing a --Jack good numBustamante ber of large crappie. I never saw it, but a couple of local fishermen say they saw someone bring in a 4-pounder. Good-sized cats are still on the prowl late in the evening. Time to stock up on hot dogs, as it seems that’s still the hot ticket. Just about every trout fisherman in town is trying their luck at the old cemetery. The early worm gets the fish. Some days it is so crowded that it looks like derby days. Colbey Curten got out at daybreak and found a honey hole.
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Colbey Curten brought in four huge trout. Colbey brought in four thumpers weighing in at over 14 pounds total! Beautiful catch, Colbey. Set your alarms for an early wake-up and let’s go fishing. Photos courtesy E&J’s Tackle and General Store. For bragging rights, bring your catch to E&J’s, 6498 Wofford Blvd, Wofford Heights, near the Wofford Heights Post Office.
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Couch Theater
Celebrity Extra
‘Watchmen’ not just for geeks
Mavis was never seen in full
Previews of new DVDs By DNA Smith
stop-motion animated film that is part "Alice in Wonderland," part Tim Burton and a little Edgar Allen Poe. PICKS OF THE WEEK "Coraline" is about a little girl named "Watchmen" (Director's Cut) -Coraline Jones who discovers a pasBased on the critically acclaimed and sage to an alternate world where there most-popular graphic novel of the past are bizarrely different versions of her two decades, "Watchmen" combines parents and neighbors. At first it seems the elements of a classic noir thriller like a magical and wonderful place, with alternative history and superuntil she discovers that her Other heroes to create Mother is actually an evil a pop-culture witch who has imprisoned pastiche that is the souls of three children, both gripping taking their eyes with her and a visual as well. delight. Coraline must then find Set in an a way to recover the chilalternate 1985, dren's eyes and transport President Nixon their spirits back to the real is in his fifth world so they can travel to term; the Cold the afterlife. War is about to Jackie Earle Haley "Coraline" is an amazget hot; and ing little film that is just so someone has murdered the Comedian, different and engaging that you can't a superhero who has been forced into afford to miss it. For fans of the retirement thanks to a law outlawing macabre, this is a must-have for your costumed crime-fighters. collection. The other superheroes think there may be a plot to exterminate the SERIES remaining crime-fighters, so one of "Robot Chicken: Star Wars -them, Rorschach, a sadistic and menEpisode II" tally unstable hero whose mask is a "This American Life" Season Two white hood with an ever-changing ink "Monk" Season Seven blot, decides to investigate the "Pushing Daisies" The Complete Comedian's murder -- and gets more Second Season than he bargained for. "Psych" The Complete Third Season For non-comic-book fans, "Jon and Kate Plus Ei8ht" Season "Watchmen" may be a little difficult to Four, Volume Two -- The Big Move get into at first, but I think the perform"The Lucy Show" The Official First ances -- especially that of Jackie Earle Season Haley (as Rorschach) and Carla "Charlie's Angels" Complete Fourth Gugino -- plus the special effects, will Season be enough to pull them in. Geeks like "Stargate SG-1: Children of the me, obviously, have already preGods" ordered the movie. "Prison Break: The Final Break" "The Donna Reed Show" The "Coraline" (Two-Disc Collector's Complete Second Season Edition) -- Based on the popular novella by Neil Gaiman, "Coraline" is a brilliant c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.
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By Cindy Elavsky Q: I read that Anne Hathaway is giving up Hollywood to devote herself to the stage. Is this true? -Stephanie P., via e-mail A: While it is true that Hathaway, 27, received rave reviews for her performance in Shakespeare in the Park's "Twelfth Night" as Viola, she has no plans to leave Hollywood. In fact, she has many high-profile movies in the Anne Hathaway can or in production, including "Alice in Wonderland," "Valentine's Day," "Get Smart 2" and "Get Happy: The Life of Judy Garland." *** Q: I specifically remember an episode of a TV show where the Niles Crane character was in his living room and his often-talked-about wife made a brief appearance. I can visualize her clearly but can't remember her name. She was very thin, mousy and had a rather pointed nose. Do you know if Niles Crane's wife ever appeared in any episode of "Frasier"? Maybe it was "Cheers" or some other spinoff? -- Dennis W., via e-mail A: The character of Niles Crane (portrayed by David Hyde Pierce)
was married to Maris Crane on "Frasier," the highly successful spinoff of the hit comedy "Cheers." Although she was often discussed on the show, she was never seen nor heard. On some occasions she was present on camera, though only her outline or shadow could be seen. Having Maris as an unseen character was inspired by Vera Peterson, Norm's oft-mentioned but never-seen wife on "Cheers." Niles and Maris divorced later on in the series, and Niles (briefly) married a plastic surgeon named Mel, even though he was in love with Daphne, whom he ended up marrying at the beginning of the 10th season. Perhaps the actress you're thinking of is Bebe Newirth, who played Frasier's ex-wife Lilith, and whose character has many of the physical traits you mentioned. *** Q: What happened to "Kings" on NBC? -- Teresa P., Punta Gorda, Fla. A: "Kings," the inventive drama that starred Ian McShane of "Deadwood" fame, has been canceled. Due to low ratings, NBC pulled it from its Sunday night lineup after only four episodes. The network has been airing the final episodes on Saturday nights since June 13. The last episode will air July 25. *** Have a question for Cindy? Email her at letters@cindyelavsky.com, or write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.
This week’s top DVD rentals 1. Gran Torino (R) Clint Eastwood (Warner) 2. He's Just Not That Into You (PG-13) Ben Affleck (New Line) 3. The International (R) Clive Owen (Sony) 4. Defiance (R) Daniel Craig (Paramount) 5. Paul Blart: Mall Cop (PG) Kevin James (Sony) 6. Crossing Over (R) Harrison Ford (The
Weinstein Company) 7. Taken (PG-13) Liam Neeson (20th Century Fox) 8. Fired Up (PG-13) Nicholas D'Agosto (Sony) 9. New in Town (PG) Renee Zellweger (Lionsgate) 10. Revolutionary Road (PG-13) Leonardo DiCaprio (DreamWorks) (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Voices of Faith
A story for children
Physical manifestations very real Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville
Do the sorrows you endure give your enemy cause to trigger doubts about God’s love for you? A spiritual indigestion and a physical stomachache (among other ailments) are the result; just as one dreading a test or hearing a jury’s verdict can feel similar bodily symptoms. Words of comfort are reflected off such a Semonious depressed heart as not being applicable. It seems as if, “It is the LORD who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” Deuteronomy 31:8 bounces off and does not penetrate. And the words, “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4, belong to someone else; how can a God who loves me let me suffer so? Satan would have men think that if one is to understand that he is to, “Be subject for the Lord's sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good.” 1 Peter 2:13-14, then the sufferer must be evil. One explanation, applicable to all of us, is that the God of creation, who loves us, gave us a prayer that includes these words: “forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our
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debtors.” Matthew 6:12. Just two verses later, Jesus explained, “For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” Matthew 6:14-15. Do the sorrows you endure give you incentive to forgive those against whom you have a grudge? The message is from centuries ago, “Is it not from the mouth of the Most High that good and bad come? Why should a living man complain, a man, about the punishment of his sins? Let us test and examine our ways, and return to the LORD! Let us lift up our hearts and hands to God in heaven: ‘We have transgressed and rebelled, and you have not forgiven.’” Lamentations 3:38-42. Jesus told of a servant who refused to forgive a debt in Matthew 18:2334, then added, “So also my heavenly Father will do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother from your heart.” Matthew 18:35. However, “Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. Romans 8:2628. “Voices of Faith” is a rotating column featuring messages from all churches. Pastors, please e-mail 400-word messages to office@kernrivercourier.com
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(Last week: There was an old war between the Eagles and the Bears. Preparations for a final battle were underway. Meanwhile, little Bartholomew Bear was playing with a butterfly in the woods not far away from the battleground when his leg was caught in a trap.) Part 2: The butterfly lit on his bear shoulder. “Can’t you get your foot out, Bartholomew?” the butterfly said. “I want to play some more.” “No!” the little Bear cried big tears in his eyes. “This trap has my leg in these pointy claws and it really hurts.” “There is another one right next to it.” Mr. Butterfly observed. “Make sure you don’t get your other foot in it. I will fly for help.” “Yes please hurry.” The sad little Bear begged his friend. It was not long later that Bartholomew saw his help coming. Dozens and dozens of bears appeared on the ridge. “Wow, they sent everyone,” he remarked to himself as more and more Bears lined up on that ridge and just stood there staring over at the other ridge on the opposite side of the valley Bartholomew was in. On the other side, the army of the Eagles were gathering. Filling the trees of the thick forest there, they dug their talons in and stared hatefully at the army of Bears just across the way, not knowing the poor helpless Bear cub was trapped between them. “DADDY HELP ME!” Bartholomew’s voice suddenly rang out. Both armies looked into the valley and recognized the plight of the child Bear. He was crying loudly as he looked
Bible Trivia by Wilson Casey
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 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. 379-6360
1. Is the book of Galatians in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Joshua 6, on the seventh day, how many times did the men of war march around Jericho? 1, 3, 5, 7 3. In His first recorded miracle, what did Jesus turn into wine? Goat's milk, Grape juice, Fig cider, Water 4. From 1 Chronicles, what king was buried with his sons under an oak tree?
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Neco, Jehoash, Saul, Rezin 5. How many New Testament (KJV) books are named for a woman? 0, 1, 2, 3 6. In the story of creation, what did God call the darkness? Blackness, Night, Fourscore, Trinity ANSWERS: 1) New; 2) 7; 3) Water; 4) Saul; 5) 0; 6) Night (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.
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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 7:00 a.m. & 9:00 a.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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Health Insurance Matters
Choice is best alternative, but support is needed Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist
Being a health insurance advocate, many people ask my opinion about what is better, fully government-run health insurance or fully private health insurance. In truth, the answer probably lies someplace in between these extremes. I really can't see the government running a plan exclusively. Medicare has been in existence since 1966. In all that time, the government still can't get it right. It is estimated to run out of funds within the next decade. Benefits have been cut in some areas, while improved in others. Regrettably, hospitals and doctors are often paid less than their costs, creating "cost shifting". To make expenses, people who have no insurance and traditional health insurance coverage are charged more than necessary, to offset the losses incurred by the
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements. On the other side of the coin, America cannot continue on its current path. The government's numbers are askew, as there are not 50 million people without health insurance. Yes, in a snapshot this might be close, but many of those people had coverHarry Thal age last month, and will have it again next month. There are about 35 million people who really are without coverage on a regular basis. But, of these people, close to 20 million qualify for existing government plans, but have chosen not to enroll. If we were to enroll all the people who qualify for programs
and provide coverage for people between jobs, the problem is reduced to a very workable number. The insurance companies are very willing to offer coverage for all people who apply. The issue is, many of these people have medical problems. What would it cost if these people went without coverage until they were diagnosed, and then bought insurance? The cost would be horrific! So, what is the answer? As a nation, we can't cover just those who are ill and want coverage. In essence, nobody would have coverage until they were sick, and then, where would the insurance company get the funds to pay the bills? So, the answer might be that everybody must have a basic health insurance plan. If all people were required to have a basic plan, then healthy people's dollars would be included in the pool to help fund the less fortunate. Ironically, the cost of health insurance would probably be reduced. If an
individual, family or employee wanted more comprehensive coverage, it would be available as an upgrade over the basic plan. It is understandable that there will be people who are not poor enough to qualify for Medi-Cal, yet can't afford health insurance. I foresee that there could be a program, like food stamps, which would provide coupons so all citizens could purchase a plan that fits their needs. Sometime in the future, it would be nice to see television commercials advertising private health insurance when everybody would have choice, with financial support where needed. 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
Doc says there’s no age limit on getting a mammogram Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Kern River Courier Syndicated Columnist
doctor insists I continue to get them. At my age, is it really necessary? -- A.C.
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Talking About Real Estate
How to sell your defaulted home Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist
Being in default, unfortunately, is a situation that more and more Americans are finding themselves in. There really are several reasons – fraudulent loan officers, buyers who conMatt Freeman stantly refinanced to get as much money out of their home as they could, adjustablerate mortgages. Whatever the reasoning for being in default on your mortgage payments, there is a way out that can save your credit. Consider doing a short-sale. The last time real estate agents were really familiar with shortsales was back in the early ‘90s, which was the last time that there was a big downturn of real estate prices. A shortsale is when a seller who is in default asks their lender to take less than what is owed on the home in order to sell the home before it goes to the auction. If you are a seller in this situation and are interested in selling your house and saving your credit, there are a couple of things to remember. First,
time is of the essence concerning your bank. You only have so much time before your home goes on the auction block. Find a real estate agent who is familiar with short-sales and get them to negotiate with your lender as soon as possible. You will have to do an application and provide valid reason for missing your payments and written permission for your real estate agent to access your account. And remember, price the listing to sell! If you are missing the payments but still price the listing to make a mega profit, that is the same thing as letting the home go to auction! You are wasting everyone's time – most importantly, your own. Price the listing below market value. If you owe 200K, price it at 175K and advertise it as a short-sale foreclosure. That brings a lot of people in because the perception is there of a good deal. Then upon receipt of an offer, even a low offer, let your real estate agent and your bank slug it out. More often than not the bank will come to terms that are agreeable and save your credit. Matt Freeman is a Realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty (760) 379-5915 or cell 223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.
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Rendi Williams, 5, of Apple Valley competed in the Poles and Barrells event at the Kernville Mule and Donkey Show on June 27.
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The "Nuui Cunni" Native American Cultural Center and Kern River Paiute Council would like to thank everyone for helping to make our 4th of July BBQ Celebration a success. The center entertained about 200 participants with live music, raffle, BBQ, sides, and fry bread. The following volunteers were what made it happen: Samantha Lambert, George & Anna Leon, Skip Knotts, Al & Rena Wiggins, Quita McBride, Bud Malone, Shirley Allen, Esther Warnock, Alice & Rick Stockton, Charles & Shurie Southcott, Dennis Kelly, Jim & Susie Croy, Debra Ziehm, Mike Kidneigh, Amanda Davidson, Chris Brayman, Becky Gallaher, Ashleigh Zanardi, Barb Mead, Anneke Koekkoek, Shelley Rowlett, Dane Liebel, Ray Ellerman Clark III, Gabby Marshall, Terry & Susan Liebel, Isabella Super Market, and all who attended. THANK YOU! Staff of Nuui Cunni Center Wofford Heights
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Soccer signups next week, July 13-17 Kern Valley AYSO is having their annual soccer camp July 13-17 at Mt. Mesa Park. The high school camp will be from 8-11 a.m. and the youth camp from 5-8 p.m. The camp lasts for a week. Come out and have fun with the British Soccer Camp and get ready for next year's season. New players registering for 2009 need to bring their birth certificate. Registration for season is $65 until July 31 then it goes up to $70. Call Kelly 376-2971 if you need more information.
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Kern River Courier
Co-Publisher’s Corner
Free papers are in good shape Mike Devich Kern River Courier Co-Publisher
I keep hearing about how newspapers are supposedly dead, and nobody reads them any more. So why is the Courier so popular? Our 5,000 copies usually completely disappear in a couple of days. Many of the 100 or so local businesses that give away our paper keep telling us they need more Devich copies. It's difficult to understand why that information doesn't jibe with the doom and gloom about newspapers that we're all hearing on TV. Well, today we got an editorial from Craig McMullin, Executive Director of the Association of Free Community Newspapers, and he explains the situation pretty well. Here it is in his words: "'Print is Dead!' You hear it everywhere you go. Turn on the network news, 'Another newspaper bites the dust. Print is dead!' Even newspapers seem hell bent on declaring their own demise. “Now, your advertisers are feeding it back to you. ‘Why should I advertise in your paper? No one is reading papers any longer.’ “It's hard to be enthusiastic when your advertisers are questioning the basic value of your publication. “The Seattle Post-Intelligencer has
gone to online only and the Rocky Mountain News in Denver closed entirely. It is amazing. “But look at the newspapers that are having problems. They are all metro dailies. “According to CVC, who audits free papers, circulation of free papers has decreased less than 2% since last year. ABC, who audits paid papers, just released their stats and they say that dailies have declined by 7% overall and some as much as 15-20%. “That's a big difference. I think it's because metro dailies don't cover local community news. They cover state, national and international news, but that's covered so well by online sources and television that readers don't see a need to also read (big metro) papers. “But community papers are doing very well. Some are even showing increases in circulation. And businesses who advertise in them are going to be seen. “History dictates that those businesses that continued to advertise, continued to communicate with their customers, and continued to improve their market share during down economies fared extremely well when the economy turned around. “Those companies that stopped or curtailed their advertising during the slump were left playing ‘catch-up’ when the economy rebounded.” Couldn’t have said it better myself. Mike Devich is one of the Courier’s co-publishers. He can be reached at office@kernrivercourier.com
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STORY continued from page 9 up, spotting his Mommy and Daddy in the Bear army on the ridge. Oh, the hearts of that Mommy and Daddy were torn seeing their child in that spot. When the battle begins in just moments, the two armies will rush into that valley and the killing will be most awful. The Chieftain of the Eagles watched the little Bear. His heart was touched but not enough to call off the attack. “Daddy, we have to stop it,” his son Edgar Eagle said to him perched on the same branch with him. “No, son.” The king of the Eagles declared. “We can only hope somehow the Bear child survives the battle.” The Chieftain of the Eagles watched the situation, unwilling to call the attack but unwilling to call it off. He did not see the tiny Mr. Butterfly light on the beak of Edgar Eagle. The entire army of Bears were in anguish watching Bartholomew struggle. But despite the beggings of Bartholomew’s Mommy and Daddy, the King of the Bears would not call off the attack. The clamor for war began to rise and Bartholomew was terribly afraid. Suddenly, before the call to attack, a lone eagle soared out from the wooded side of the valley ridge. All eyes were glued to that lone figure as it did several near spins and spiraled down in long elegant arches toward the stranded Bartholomew. All of a sudden, the king of the Eagles knew who it was. “EDGAR!” The cry went out and both armies tensed, knowing the son of the King of the eagles had gone into the valley first. He landed at the side of the frightened Bear and looked at his injured leg. “Don’t worry,” Edgar said to Bartholomew. “I came to help.” But as he moved around assessing the problem, SNAP
– the other trap closed on Edgar’s foot. While Edgar was a soldier, the pain of the trap caused him to cry out in misery. Without a call to war, suddenly two figures burst from either side of the valley. The King of the Eagles shot from the ranks to the aid of his son and the king of the Bears rushed to help the fallen Bartholomew. Seeing their kings rush to save the children, both sides suddenly dropped their armor and weapons and rushed into the valley. The thunderous stampede was not a charge to battle and death but to save the precious youth and for mercy. Within moments, the two armies were working like a single-minded people to free the children. The Bears had the strength to pull open the traps and the Eagles the keen eyesight and ability to figure out the mechanisms so they opened them safely. Slowly and carefully, the traps were pulled from the legs of Bartholomew and Edgar and they were free. Bartholomew rushed to the arms of the king of the Bears, weeping with gratitude, and Edgar to the king of the Eagles, embracing him for stopping the attack to save their lives. Then, just as though it was the natural thing to do, Bartholomew ran to the king of the Eagles and embraced him and Edgar wept in the arms of the King of the Bears. A thunderous shout of celebration went up from both armies. The war was over forever. Never again would the Bears and the Eagles live in warfare, but instead they would be brothers and friends for eternity. And all because the son of the King was willing to fly into the valley and was willing to give his life to save his enemy and give him life instead of death. THE END
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Friday, July 10, 2009 Our Valley, Our Earth
Left-lateral transverse fault Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist
The LEFT-LATERAL TRANSVERSE FAULT is shown in this diagram. The attributes of this type of fault are: • A fault on which the displacement is Left-Lateral Separation as Ron Bolyard seen in the plan view of the fault. • The displacement is measured by the separation of common stratigraphic beds, B, across the fault. • The test of the fault is: If you walk up to the fault on a recognizable stratigraphic bed and see the
Death notices David Brandon Barzee David Brandon Barzee, 59, of Lake Isabella, passed away on July 4, 2009 at his residence. Barzee received services with full military honors on July 7 at the Moose Lodge in Lake Isabella Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home, 6048-A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.
SAME stratigraphic bed to the LEFT, then you have identified a Left-Lateral Fault! The Causative Factor is: • Horizontal stresses in the rocks that cause vertical fracturing to occur and slippage along the horizontal. Synonyms: • Sinistral Fault; Left-Lateral Strike Slip Fault; Left-Slip Fault. Global Example: • The Garlock Fault of California. Note: The second largest fault in California. The San Andreas is California's largest fault! Until Next Week ... Ron Bolyard is a retired geologist and has developed an “acute interest” in the geology of the southern Sierra Nevada since he moved here in 1999.
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Grant Martin Johnson Grant Martin Johnson, 76, of Wofford Heights, passed away on July 1, 2009 at his residence. No services are scheduled. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home, 6048-A Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.
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Collecting is very thimble Larry Cox Courier Syndicated Columnist
Q: While looking through a box of old sewing items, I found two thimbles, one promoting the political campaign of Alfred E. Smith and the second Herbert Hoover. I have been offered $50 apiece, but wonder if I should hold out for more. -- Betty, Provo, Utah A: You have been offered more than twice what the thimbles are worth. According to Warman's Political collectibles by Dr. Enoch L. Nappen (Krause, $24.99), Smith and Hoover thimbles generally sell in the $15 to $25 range. If you have been offered $100 for the two thimbles, my advice is to take the money and run. *** Q: I am enclosing pictures of a very old table that we own. It has a great deal of damage, missing at least one leg, and a top that has been sanded. It needs some major repairs. My questions are: When was it made, is it worth getting repaired, and who should I contact for professional renovation of this piece? -- Reggie and Ann, Rio Rancho, N.M. A: I examined the pictures you sent, and I think you have a "gateleg" table that was manufactured during the 1920s or '30s. In perfect condition and in a walnut
veneer, your table might sell in the $150 to $250 range. The big question is whether it is worth restoring. I contacted several restoration experts, and after they examined your pictures, they agreed it would cost at least $300 to repair the damage and refinish the piece. I personally think the cost would outweigh the value of the table. For a second opinion, I suggest you contact J.B. Furniture Restoration, 1307 Bonita SW, Albuquerque, NM 87101. *** Q: I have an Argus C3 camera. I would like to sell it, but have no idea of what it is worth. -- Jean, Peoria, Ariz. A: Your 35mm camera, massproduced from 1939 until it was retired in 1966, was manufactured by Argus in Ann Arbor, Mich. A quick check of eBay found dozens of Argus C3 cameras, mostly selling in the $15 to $25 range. *** 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.
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New room and old cause We just added on a new room. Now we own a three-bedroom instead of a two-bedroom. The contractor and his crew did just fine. Took about a month and now we have a new room! We came in for just under twenty-five what with messing with this and that, including a cement walkway around the side of the California Joe cabin. So far the room, which opens to a new part of the patio, has a few pots outside the door. We’ll get around to adding a few more pots in time. Right now it’s a pleasure to go into this room, which only has a desk in one corner and a medium-sized round table in the other corner of the 12x16 room. It’ll be fun if we don’t clutter the new family room up right away.
*** We’re going down the coast and welcoming my younger son and his family back to Camarillo. Bonnie will work in a salon and Jack will get his real estate license. Maybe we’ll invite them to dine in our new family room! California Joe is the storyteller persona of Stevenson Phillips, an actor and singer living in Kernville. You may reach him at sscaljoe@aol.com
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*** I watch a lot of health TV shows. Seems the subject most talked about in this country today is health insurance. Still remember the ‘90s and Hilary Clinton trying her darndest to get some kind of health insurance passed. The fact is, the drug boys are spending millions every day in a
full court press in an attempt to keep us from finding out the truth – that we spend more for prescription drugs than any other country! We’ve all paid into all kinds of health plans over the years. And it still doesn’t seem we’re getting a good bang for our buck. Obviously we all need a good universal health care insurance coverage. The question is, when will get it? We’ve been needing such a plan for quite a while now. I first came here in the 1960s, and we could have used one then. Well, looks like this time around we might finally get something for our money. The question is will it really be a comprehensive health plan, or just another taste of chicken but not the whole bird. I, for one, am getting mighty fed up with these politicians and their soft water promises. Speaking personally, I think we should throw them all out and start up a new third party that might actually do what they say they will.
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derness. When almost done, add vinegar, stir, and heat an additional 5 minutes. Sprinkle with coarse black pepper just before serving if desired. Bodfish Bob’s Ham Salad 1-1/2 cups leftover cooked ham, diced 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 1 hard-cooked egg, chopped 1/2 cup chopped sweet pickle or pickle relish 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 cup mayonnaise (more or less to taste)
Bodfish Bob's Fried Cabbage 5 thick slices or 7 thin slices of bacon 2 Tablespoons butter 1 small white onion, sliced very thin 1 small head of cabbage - cut in half 2 Tablespoons cider vinegar 1 bay leaf (optional) Water
Cut bacon into 1" pieces. Place in large frying pan and cook until ready to turn. Add butter and onion and cook till medium brown. Add cut cabbage and add bay leaf if using. Add enough water to cover (1/4 cup at a time.) Cover and allow to steam, stirring often, and adding water as needed to help loosen the brown bits in the pan. Cook 15-20 minutes (it will cook down quite a bit in volume.) Taste to check for desired ten-
Mix together the first 4 ingredients. Gradually add the mayonnaise until salad has the amount of moisture for your taste. Taste for flavor. Add more relish, lemon juice or other ingredients as desired. Serve as is or in sandwiches. Note: Ham can be minced in a meat grinder or processor for a finer texture. Bodfish Bob's Fried Apples One quarter pound butter 6 apples peeled, cored, and sliced into 1 inch pieces 1 Tbsp. Brown sugar 1 tsp. Lemon juice One half tsp. Cinnamon One half tsp. Ground nutmeg
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Spaces for Rent Wofford Heights Mobile / RV Park Great Location! Quiet, mature trees, walk to lake, market, medical, park & theater. Call Jim @ (760) 376-6316 __________________________ RV Sites Available @ Riverview RV Park, Kernville. $419 to $459 mo + utilities, month to month. Call 376-2345 for info.
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Teresa Henricks Notary Service Located in the KRV. 5 Year Notary. I will travel to your location. Available any time for your convenience. 760-985-1148
Commercial LIVE WHERE YOU WORK! 2 br, 1 ba home; detached garage w/office and bathroom. WH Blvd. $775.00 call for application 760-376-2436
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Rent to Own - Nice 2bd/2ba dbl wide Mobile Home w/patio & deck + 2 car carport in quiet 55+ park. $595/mo. Includes space rent. + deposit. 760-379-2092 _________________________ Weldon - 2 bd, 2 ba house with big porch, washer, dryer, stove & dishwasher. $700/month. Call (562) 228-9519 _________________________ Kernville - 1 bd. 1 bath apt in Riverview RV Park with woodburning stove. $450/mo + utilities. 376-2345 _________________________ Kernville - Hi-Ho Mobile Home Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $595/mo + deposit and utilities. 760-376-2671 _________________________ Weldon - Cozy 1 bd, 1 ba house w/large fenced yard. Room for RV parking. ALL NEW INTERIOR. Gardner, Water & Trash paid. $575/mo + $575 deposit. Available immediately. Call Mike @ 949-645-4697 or cell 949-246-7731 _________________________ 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. Mobile Home Neatest Adult Park in the valley 1 Bdrm. Completely remodeled $385.00 mo. Senior Discount. Apply at office, 99 Evans Rd. _________________________ Upper Bodfish - 1 bd mobile home on same lot w/private residence, fenced. $400/mo + ½ utilities. 760-379-7699 _________________________ Wofford Heights - 2 bd, 2 ba duplex, lake view, 1600 sq ft. Fenced yard, pets ok, handicap accessible, air conditioning, free Internet, water/trash pd. $1,080 mo+ dep. Call Dov 818-915-0605
Storage Sale STORAGE UNIT SALE Sale of property from unit foreclosure. Kernville Mini Storage. 12001 Sierra Way. Saturday, July 11, 2009. 7am to 3pm. Cash only
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PICK A POCKET PUP One male, white with one cream spot on back, CKC-registered Chihuahua. 3 months. Vet checked. All shots. Wormed. Raised in home. Parents on premises.Will grow to 5 1/2-6-lbs. $300. 760-379-1403 _________________________ FREE - AKC registered red Miniature Pinscher. 2 years old, very smart & very energetic. Free to responsible person (760) 378-4522 or 378-4333 _________________________ For Sale - 60 gal fish tank w/pine wood cabinet stand & accessories- $50. Large Dogloo dog house- $25 (pd $150). Small & medium cheaper dog houses & dog crates. Call 760-378-4522, or 378-4333
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FIRE continued from page 1 had major consequences if quick efforts by fire agencies hadn’t kept them from spreading. In contrast, fires on the Kern Plateau are continuing to be allowed to burn in a process called fire management. According to the U.S. Forest Service’s Priscilla Summers, Western Divide District Ranger, “For more than 100 years, the philosophy has been to suppress fires at all costs. The current condition of the Golden Trout Wilderness and surrounding Giant Sequoia National Monument shows the absence of natural fire. Fire is a natural occurrence; it enhances the ecosystem’s ability to sustain nutrient cycles and enhance productivity. Nutrients released as a result of fires are quickly used by new plants and
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trees.” Smoke may be apparent in the valley at times from the Kern Plateau fires. The Shotgun Fire in the Golden Trout Wilderness was slowing by Wednesday, after it had burned 900 acres, many of the firefighters are expected to return home by today, Friday July 10. Farther up in the Sierra, the Lion Fire is a lightning caused fire that was reported on Tuesday, June 30th, and is located north of Beach Meadow and northwest of the Blackrock Ranger Station. There is no current threat to Beach, West or Smith Meadow properties. For more information on either of these fires, please contact Cindy Thill, Forest Service, at (760) 3763781, extension 625.
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Wofford Hts - MH in Senior Park. 2 bd, 1 ba, Custom built cabinets in kitchen & bath. New house roof & plumbing. 2 storage shed. $10,000 OBO 760-376-2943 _______________________
6437 Lake Isabella Blvd. in the Post Office Shopping Center. Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 9-12. 379-8927 Children's Clothing and More
Land For Sale 4 Acre Lot For Sale in Weldon w/water meter installed. $90,000 OBO 661-428-0814 _________________________ Residential Lot on Aspen Drive in Bodfish. $25,000. OBO Call (661) 428-1108 _________________________ Southlake - Lot ready to build. 8525 Sugar Pine Ct. 8,712 sq ft. Quiet cul-de-sac. Quality home in area, mt views in all directions, underground utilities. Curb & gutters already in. $37,000. 818269-0507 or 818-299-1863
Clean 12x55 singlewide with 8x20 bonus room, dual pane windows, nice carpet and flooring, stove, refrigerator, pellet stove. Washer and dryer hookups. Nice yard, carport. Kernville park with river access. $9500. (760) 376-3686 or 223-6008 _________________________ Kernville - MH Park - 1 bd. 1 ba. 52' single wide w/20'x20' living rm. Kitchen w/eating area. 10'x20' paved & fenced patio, storage shed, all appliances & furniture incl. $8,500 (818) 341-8719
Homes for Sale Cabin For Sale - Cabin on 1/3 acre lot at 102 Hoebeck Bodfish. Cross street of Columbus, fixer upper for $68,000. 661-428-1108 _________________________ 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 _________________________ Lake Isabella - 3 bd, 2 ba house. Large double garage, close to shopping. $159,000. OWC w/small down. (760) 417-0876
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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. $149,000 (760) 379-7094
Make your kids happy campers Donna Fitch Kern River Courier Columnist
Children are our most precious commodity. Art stimulates their imaginations, helps their problemsolving skills, increases their ability to learn, and boosts their selfesteem. Summer camps focused on the arts are a great way Fitch for your child to have fun, eliminate boredom, encourage growth, and inspire them to new heights. We all know they are worth it! Here are a few coming up in Bakersfield. Experience Art 2009: Bakersfield Museum of Art 1930 R St., (661) 323-7219, www.bmoa.org. Learn drawing and painting, sculpture and art history through imaginative projects in a creative environment. Kids may attend one to four weeks of camp, offered for a total of eight weeks, 8:30 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday, from June 8 through Aug. 1. Costs: Members: $80 for one week; $130 for two weeks; $185 for three weeks; $245 for four weeks. Nonmembers: $90 for one week; $150 for two weeks; $210 for three weeks; $275 for four weeks. For children ages 6 to 12. E3 Performing Arts: Garden Pathways Inc., a fully licensed day care center, 900 22nd St., (661) 323-8311, www.gardenpathways.org. Summer Day Camp: Dance, gymnastics, music, drama, art, sports, academic enrichment, field trips and more for grades K-7. Camp runs 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, from June 1 to Aug. 20. Daily, weekly, and summer rates available. Includes two snacks and weekly field trips. School of Fine Arts Summer Workshop: Bakersfield Music Theatre, 1927 Eye St., (661) 325-6100, www.bmtshowtiks.com. For kids 5-18.
"Alice in Wonderland Jr."- : 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday, July 13-Aug. 8. Performances will be held Aug. 7 and 8. Cost: $350 for new students. Children's Summer Art Classes: Moore's Art School, 5610 District Blvd., Suite 105, (661) 837-1037,www.mooresartschool.com. Painting, drawing and sculpture for ages 6-9 and 10-18. Classes held 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday. Cost: $75 for four two-hour sessions per month. Junior Music Camp: Harmony Road Music School, 5381Truxtun Ave., (661) 665-8228, www.harmonyroadbakersfield.com. For ages 4 to 6 and 7 to 10. Activities include singing, keyboard concepts, arts and crafts. Two sessions in July. Cost: $125 for five days, two hours per day. Also, Intro to Piano Camp: For kids ages 4 ½ to 12 and their parents. No instrument needed. Designed to introduce your child to the piano keyboard. Activities include singing, movement, rhythm, ear training, note reading and more. Two sessions in July. Cost: Four-lesson course, including book, $90. LQ's Summer Day Camp, 1300 19th Street, (661) 343-0442, LaQuette Milner, info@lqspac.org, http://www.lqspac.org/. Students assisted by specialists in acting, voice and speech, dance, stage presence, and TV commercial workshops to explore the fundamentals of theater. In addition, the program includes classes in dance, cheer, acting, vocal, gymnastics, martial arts, yoga, and arts & crafts. Students will also be able to participate in the LQ’s Performing Arts Center’s End-of-theSummer Performance Show. June 1-Aug. 21. For ages 3 and up. Summer Day Camp: Stockdale Boys & Girls Club, Rollerama West, 785 Brimhall Road, (661) 205-1909, www.bgclubsofkerncounty.org. For kids 5-17. Camp is from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, running through the Friday before school starts. Activities include organized sports, arts and crafts, computer education, weekly field trips, dance, photography, a teen center, cooking classes and much more. Cost: $42, including a camp T-shirt and scholarships are available.
You may find other options online. Let me know of your experiences! Donna Fitch is a local artist. For questions or comments you can reach her through the Courier, office@kernrivercourier.com.
Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: S & J Weeding and Hauling (2009-B3976) Street address of principal place of business: 2512 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: 2512 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT(S): Jerry Rupert, 2512 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 and Cindi Rupert, 2512 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. I, Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 06/01/2009. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Cindi Rupert. This statement filed on 06/18/2009. Expires 06/18/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier June 26, July 3, 10 and 17, 2009.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: TNT Enterprizez (2009-B4064) Street address of principal place of business: 7230 Cyrus Canyon Road, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1526, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT(S): Todd Noble, 7230 Cyrus Canyon Road, Kernville, CA 93238. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 07/01/2004. 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: Todd Noble. This statement filed on 06/23/2009. Expires 06/23/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier June 26, July 3, 10 and 17, 2009.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Art's Electric Contracting (2009-B3683) Street address of principal place of business: 1040 Evans Road, Space A5, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: 1040 Evans road, Space A5, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT(S): Arthur Schroeder, 1040 Evans Road, Space A5, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 04/01/1987. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Todd Noble. This statement filed on 06/05/2009. Expires 06/05/2014. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier July 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2009.
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Courier chuckle of the week: "I'm very proud of my gold pocket watch. My grandfather, on his deathbed, sold me this watch." –Woody Allen
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Salome’s Stars CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You still have a way to go to bring that professional matter to a satisfactory conclusion. Meanwhile, an important personal situation could require more of your attention by week's end. LEO (July 23 to August 22) There's something about you Fine Felines that makes people want to tell you secrets. But once again, be wary of who is doing the telling. You might not want to be that person's confidante. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Creating a fuss about a family matter might get everyone's attention. But it might be better to talk one-on-one with family members in order to spare a loved one unnecessary embarrassment. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You're making progress on that career move, albeit not as quickly as you had hoped. But stay with it. Your personal life takes an unexpected new turn. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) If you feel you've been unfairly treated in a workplace decision, correct the situation now while there's still time to do so. Arm yourself with facts, and go to it. Good luck. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Devising your own system of doing things might be the best way to handle an increasingly complex situation. But do it tactfully in order to avoid ruffling too
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many of your colleagues' feathers. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A family member's health problem might once again require you to shift some of your current priorities around. But this time, make certain other relatives will be there to help. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Catching up on tasks you've left undone will take a while to accomplish. But the sooner you complete them, the sooner you'll be able to take on another time-sensitive project. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You might feel swamped by all that you're expected to do. But take a moment to come up for air, then handle things one at a time, and you'll soon get through them all. ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Is someone at work resisting that Aries charm? Lamb, you might want to back up your ideas with some solid data. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your hard work could pay off in ways you didn't expect, but certainly deserve. Tend to that pesky health problem now so you'll be in shape to tackle the projects coming up. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Planning a family event can be stressful unless you make it clear from the start that you're in charge. You might accept suggestions, but it will be your decisions that count. BORN THIS WEEK: Although you love being home with your family, you also enjoy traveling and making new friends. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. GEOGRAPHY: On which continent is the country of Djibouti located? 2. FOOD & DRINK: Who is credited with naming, if not inventing, the sandwich? 3. MOVIES: Who played the lead in "The Invisible Man"? 4. GAMES: In Monopoly, what are the four railroad spaces named? 5. HUMAN ANATOMY: What is a more common name for the umbilicus? 6. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: A Big Band dance called the "Lindy Hop" was inspired by which real person? Answers:
1. Africa (northeast) 2. John Montagu, the fourth Earl of Sandwich 3. Claude Rains 4. Reading, B&O, Short Line and Pennsylvania 5. Navel or belly button 6. Charles Lindberg
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Relaxing on the fourth
Photos by Murdoc Douglas/ Kern River Courier
The Kern River Valley was the place to be to have fun last weekend, the 4th of July. Courier photographer Murdoc Douglas had fun traveling around the lake taking pictures at the various activities. Clockwise from top left: The Sheriff’s Activity League members from the Kern Valley, Lamont, Wasco and East Bakersfield pose for a photo with Sheriff’s Sgt. Joe Garcia, coordinator, in the center with the ball cap; fireworks over the lake; Joe Leon with his 1950 Chevy custom stretch limo at the Sheriff’s Activity League car show in Lake Isabella; Jim and Julie Porter with their stagecoach squiring visitors around Kernville; White Lightning from Bodfish entertains the crowd at the Nuui Cunni Native American Cultural Center’s barbecue before the fireworks show, Buddy Teafatiller poses at the Sheriff Activity League fundraiser car show at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella.
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