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There is so much to do! Valley filled with fun Mike Devich Kern River Courier

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It’s time to break out the red, white and blue as the United States of America once again celebrates its independence.

Welcome to the Kern River Valley this weekend, visitors. And for all of us who live here, don’t even think about going someplace else. There is so much going on Saturday you will be amazed! First of all, Saturday July 2 is a free fishing day in California, so if you haven’t bought your license yet, here’s a good opportunity to fish for free or to teach someone else how to fish.

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It’s been seven years in the making, with public meetings all along the line. Finally, it has been adopted by the Kern County Board of Supervisors. It’s the Kern River Valley Specific Plan, which sets forth guidelines and restrictions for any future commercial development that may happen in the valley over the next 20 years. The plan will take precedence over the Kern County General Plan in the Kern River Valley. In their motion to approve, the Board of Supervisors deleted the section which would have prohibited “big box” stores of over 50,000 square feet with more than 5% of the sales floor area devoted to grocery items. They also instructed Planning

Department staff to modify the text about acquiring land to encourage conservation easements and acquisition of development rights before full acquisition by a governmental agency (which would take property off the tax rolls). The KRV Specific Plan Area encompasses approximately 110,510 acres (173 square miles) including the communities of Alta Sierra, Bodfish, Kernville, Lake Isabella, Mountain Mesa, Onyx, Riverkern, South Lake, Squirrel Valley, Weldon and Wofford Heights. It does not include Havilah, Walker Basin or the Kelso Valley area south of where Kelso Valley and Kelso Creek Roads come together. The KRV Specific Plan takes effect immediately. Lorelei Oviatt, director of the planning department, said that any-

Have fun, stay safe Mike Devich Kern River Courier

Rules to remember: • Personal fireworks are illegal in the entire Kern River Valley area, not just the forest. • Don’t try to float down a whitewater river on a cheap raft or an innertube. • If you plan to have a fire, get a campfire permit and follow the rules carefully. • Put lifejackets on all your kids if you’re near the water, even if you tell them not to go in. • Pack it in, pack it out.

It’s the Fourth of July weekend and it’s a biggie for all of us. There’s a lot of fun to be had up here in the Kern River Valley, but there’s also a lot of danger if you’re not thinking. First of all, if you brought personal fireworks into the valley, don’t even think of using them. If you are considering getting in the Kern River to have fun or cool off, it’s not a good idea when the water is high. The water is stronger than you think. If you must go in, go with a professional rafting outfit. If you are going to use fire, use it responsibly. OK, those are the main points. Fires and drownings are both highly preventable, and all you have to do to avoid them is be aware and be careful. Many people are loath to follow a lot of rules and regulations when they’re on vacation and all they want to do is have fun, but following rules may mean the difference between a fun weekend and one that ends in tragedy. We care about our visitors and we want you to come back, so don’t take unnecessary risks. Be safe.

one applying for a permit must now comply with the KRV Specific Plan, although it will take a couple weeks for the Planning Department to post the final document. Typically, a plan such as this takes effect after 30 days after approval, because that is the period in which the EIR can be challenged by a lawsuit. Planning staff assured the Board of Supervisors that they felt the EIR was adequate. The EIR was prepared by Northcutt & Associates of Lake Isabella. The plan's proposed architectural guidelines have to be further developed and adopted later as a zone change. As proposed, they will only apply to commercial and industrial zoned parcels (not residential). And where they apply will

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Celebrate America’s independence Congressman Kevin McCarthy Special to the Courier

Two hundred thirty-five years ago, our Founders adopted the Declaration of Independence. Today, we are citizens of the oldest, freest and most prosperous republic in the world. This Independence Day, let us celebrate the 56 men who had the courage to declare to the world “that all men are created McCarthy equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Let us also remember those who have ensured these words live on today. The members of our armed forces who have fought battles

Lake Isabella’s weekend weather Fri: Sunny, high 95. Fri. night: Clear, low 70. Sat.: Sunny, high 102. Sat. night: Clear, low 69.. Sun.: High 102, possible Tstorms

Valley’s Specific Plan adopted by supervisors Richard Rowe Kern River Courier Columnist

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around the world to ensure that no foreign enemy could threaten our “unalienable rights” deserve our unending gratitude – as do countless Americans in every generation of our nation’s history that have stood vigilantly in their everyday lives against any attacks on and infringements of the rights laid out for every American in the Declaration of Independence. Pres. Ronald Reagan once called the Declaration of Independence “a document destined to be as immortal as any work of man can be.” And he was right. This document, crafted and signed in a time of great turmoil, has been a guidepost not just to our country and people, but to people around the world. The principle of a nation whose government is empowered by the consent of the governed has inspired democracies in every corner of the globe.

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Sun. night: Poss. Tstorms, low 71. National Weather Service

The Courier Calendar is the place to find out what to do on the weekend.

Here’s a picture of the old Hot Springs House.

Try our puzzles. We have more of them than any other local paper.

It’s surprising most of us still have our fingers after our fireworks experiences.

Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 360,144 acre-feet. (Low point was 155,858 ac-ft. Nov. 26. Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit is 360,000 ac.-ft.) Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 4200 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 4007 cfs Borel Canal flow 579 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.

Forest Service waives entry fees during fireworks show Kern River Courier

The U.S. Forest Service invites everyone to another patriotic celebration at Isabella Lake this Independence Day weekend. The Forest Service controls the camping areas around the lake. The fireworks display organized by the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce will take off as planned Saturday July 2. Fees at Auxiliary Dam, Old Isabella, and South Fork Recreation Areas will be waived for spectators on Saturday from 6 p.m. until the end of the fireworks show (around 10 p.m. FS, Kern County Fire Department and Bureau of Land Management firefighters will be on standby during the fireworks event. The agencies look forward to helping the public attend a wonderful show while minimizing the risk of wildfires. To aid in this task, fire officials ask residents and visitors to acquire a campfire permit and follow regulations if they plan to build a fire, barbeque, or operate a camp stove. No one should bring fireworks of any

kind, as they are illegal to discharge or possess in the Kern River Valley and FS land; and law enforcement will issue fines for any violations. “Although we started this summer season a little later than usual we have already seen escaped campfires and other fires spread quickly and consume acres of tall grass and brush. It is extremely important that forest visitors don’t bring fireworks into the Forest,” said Western Divide District Ranger Priscilla Summers. More camping areas opened Due to the lake’s high water level (reducing the square footage of camping areas), District Ranger Rick Larson is allowing overnight camping at Kissack Cove and Boulder Gulch day use areas for the weekend (effective 6 a.m. Friday July 1 through 6 p.m. Monday July 4). Portable toilets and Dumpsters will be available at these sites. Public pastures will be closed during the holiday weekend due to the marshy condition of the land.

State free fishing day July 2 Kern River Courier

The California Department of Fish and Game invites anglers to celebrate Independence Day by fishing in California’s spectacular waters. Saturday, July 2 is the first of California’s two 2011 Free Fishing Days (the other will be Sept. 3), when people can try their hand at fishing without having to buy a sport fishing license. All fishing regulations, such as bag and size limits, gear restrictions, report card requirements, fishing hours and stream closures remain in effect. Anglers should check the rules and regulations at www.dfg.ca.gov/regula-

tions/ for the waters they plan to fish. Wardens will be on duty to enforce them. For more information on Free Fishing Days, please visit www.dfg.ca.gov/licensing/fishing/freef ishdays.html. DFG offers two Free Fishing Days each year – usually in conjunction with the Fourth of July and Labor Day weekend – when it’s legal to fish without a sport fishing license. This year, the Free Fishing Days were set for the Saturdays preceding Independence Day and Labor Day (July 2 and Sept. 3) because they fall on holiday weekends, when it’s likely to be the most convenient for the public.

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

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Emergencies - call 911 Kern Valley Hospital & Kern Valley Healthcare District

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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6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. L.I. Across from Senior Center Local: (760) 379-5236 Toll Free: (866) KRV4FUN

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The Courier Calendar Silver City Ghost Town to hold paranormal tour July 1 Called one of the most haunted sites in America, Silver City Ghost Town in Bodfish will once again host public walking Lantern Light Ghost Tours and Paranormal Investigations on Friday, July 1 at 9 p.m. Cost is $12 per person (all ages). For more information call 760-379-5146 or email ghosttown@verizon.net. Live music at Lakeshore Farmer’s Market July 2 Archie Logston (who performs as "Lost Hills") is a local songwriter and performer who will once again provide entertainment at the Lakeshore Farmers Market this Saturday. This certified market is located at 7466 Wofford Blvd. in Wofford Heights, across from St. Jude's Church and is open from 9am until 1pm. There are openings for local entertainers who wish to provide free entertainment on Saturdays, and also openings for non-profit organizations who wish to book bake sales. Contact Dave Dills, 760/793-7401. Friends of the Library open house at book store July 2 There will be an open house at the Book Corral used book store at 12232 Mt Mesa Blvd, Mt Mesa on Saturday, July 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come get acquainted with the Friends of the Libraries volunteers, meet a local author and enjoy the free refreshments. Silver City Ghost Town to hold Wild West shows July 2 The Tombstone Law Dawgs Old West re-enactment gunfighter group are scheduled to appear Saturday July 2nd and Sunday the 3rd at 11 a.m. and again at 2 p.m. each day at Silver City Ghost Town in Bodfish. Admission to the show and self-guided tour of the ghost town is $5.50 per adult, $4.50 per child (12 and under) and children 5 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult admission. Nuui Cunni Center to hold special celebration July 2 The Nuui Cunni Native American Cultural Center in French Gulch will hold a special celebration on Saturday, July 2 honoring our servicemen and women as well as the Native Americans who lost their lives in the massacre of 1863 in modernday Wofford Heights. Ceremonies will begin at 4 p.m. Bring a chair and a blanket and watch the fireworks display at 9 p.m. There will be entertainment, food, fun and more. For more information, call 549-0800. Annual fireworks show to celebrate independence July 2 The annual fireworks show over the lake, put on by the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce, will take place Saturday night, July 2, from 9 to 9:30 pm. To learn how to help out financially to put on the show, contact the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce at (760) 379-5236. You can also help by entering a drawing for a threeday, two-night stay at the fabulous South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Drawing tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Drawing will be

held July 13 at the KRV Chamber’s general meeting. Winner need not be present. All proceeds benefit the fireworks show. Astronomy Club to hold Star Party upriver July 2 This Saturday night, July 2, starting at dusk, the Kern River Valley Astronomy Club invites all those interested in seeing planets, seasonal constellations, distant galaxies and more to join them to for their monthly club field trip to their dark sky observing site. There will be lots of telescopes set up for viewing. Go after the fireworks show! The observing site is easily located 12 miles north of Kernville (Fairview Heliport). Look for the orange cones marking the entrance. Dress warm. Clouds will cancel the event. Questions? Call Rich at (760) 376-1291 or 376-6290.

Regular activities Fridays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, 417-2272. • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Alzheimers respite group meets at Vets Hall, Lake Isabella. 379-0848. • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 378-3935. •10-11 a.m.- Grief Support Group, 6048 L.I.Blvd. 1st and 3rd Fridays. (661) 410-1010. • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - AA, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. • 11 a.m.-3p.m.- Lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394 • 1 p.m.- Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-6335 • 4 p.m. - KV Cruisers Cruise Night, El Portal II Lake Isabella, 1st Fri. 549-3855 • 6 p.m. - Kernville Baptist Church game night, 2nd Fri. Next to Pizza Barn. 223-1036. • 7:30 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

Saturdays

• 9 a.m.- 2 p.m - Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Ctr, French Gulch. 549-0800 • 9 a.m.- 1 p.m - Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. • 5 p.m., Havilah Centennial Group , 1st Saturday, schoolhouse. 379-2636. • 5-7 p.m. Dinner at Eagles open to public, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394 • 7-10 p.m.- Dam Dancers square dancing, 1st Saturday, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Sundays

• 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, open to the public. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 379-3877. • 9 a.m. to noon - Eagles Breakfast, open to the public. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394. *10 a.m. - Al Anon meeting for adult children, 113 Dawson Dr., WH. 376-6136.

Mondays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 10 a.m. - Exercise Class, Lakeridge Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 379-3206. • 1 p.m. - Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, 3rd Monday. • 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center. 379-0043. • 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber, board 2nd Mon., membership 4th Mon. 376-2629. • 5-7 p.m. Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 379-3394. • 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meets at Cerro Coso Lake Isabella. 376-4461. • 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844. • 7 p.m. - AA meeting, 113 Dawson Dr., WH. 376-6136. • 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon, KV Hosp Cafe. 760379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

Tuesdays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 8:30 a.m. - Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. (909) 753-9043. • 9:30-11a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, 1st Baptist Church, LI. 379-2556. • 10 a.m. Kern Valley Garden Group, 2nd Tues. 379-1129. • 12:30 p.m. Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Heights. 376-4249. • 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 376-2189. • 6 p.m. - LI-Bodfish Prop. Owners meet at Senior Center. 2nd Tues. (760) 379-1830. • 6:30 p.m. Epilepsy Support Group,

KUMC church to hold Ice Cream Social July 4 The Kernville United Methodist Church will be having an Ice Cream Social on July 4th. The event is open to the public 6:30 to 8 pm at the church. The church is at the corner of Sirretta and Big Blue roads in Kernville. Please come and join us with music by "Play it Anyhow". Salvation Army to hold prayer breakfast Thursday, July 7 The Salvation Army’s monthly prayer breakfast will be held Thursday, July 7, at 7am, at Los Palomos Mexican Restaurant in Bodfish. Breakfast is optional. For more information, call the local Salvation Army affiliate at 760-379-4600.

See EVENTS, Page 14 Bakersfield, 2nd Tues. 376-1606. • 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets, Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.

Wednesdays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Sen. Ctr., 6407 Lk. Isabella Blvd., 379-5831. •9 -11:30 a.m., Dam Quilters, senior apts behind Vons, 1st & 3rd Wed. 661-867-1603. • 9:30 a.m. - TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. (661) 867-2579. • 9:30-11 a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Methodist, 379-2556. • Noon- KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, El Portal II. 2nd Wed, 379-5236. • Noon - Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open to public, Mt. Mesa, 379-3394. • 12:30 p.m. - Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge Mt. Mesa, 376-4249. • 1- 2:30 p.m. - Alzheimers Caregiver Support Group, Vets Hall, Lake Isabella, 1st Wed. 379-0848. • 1:30 - 3 p.m. Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504E L.I. Blvd. • 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers, Weldon Methodist Church, (760) 267-4693. • 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake Isabella Sr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., 3rd Wed. 379-5086. • 7 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed. • 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, 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985. • 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.

Thursdays

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 8:30 a.m. - Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. (909) 753-9043. • 9 a.m. to noon - Thursday Painters, Community Room, Senior Center, 379-5329. • 9:30 a.m. - Fire Safe Council, Supervisor McQuiston’s office, Lake Isabella. 3rd Thurs. • 9:30 a.m. - Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Room 1. 2nd Thurs. For women. • 11:45 a.m. - KRV Woman’s Club meets, Elks Lodge 4th Thurs. (some exceptions). • Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. • 1 p.m.- Clan Diggers meet at the Lake Isabella Library. 2nd Thurs. 379-2303. • 5 -7 p.m. - TANF Cultural Night - French Gulch Campground. • 5-7 p.m. VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 379-3877. • 5 p.m.- Republicans of Kern Valley meet 3rd Thurs. at Moose Lodge. 378-3602. • 6 p.m. - Rotary Club meets, golf course, Kernville. (760) 376-1421. • 6:30 p.m.-Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. • 7 p.m.- Kern Valley Astronomy Club, museum, Kernville. 3rd Thurs. 376-1291. • 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon KV Hospital, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

Bingo Guide

Friday, noon, Eagles Bingo, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa Saturday, noon, South Fork Woman’s Club Bingo, Fay Ranch Rd., Weldon Sunday, 1 p.m.. Moose Bingo, Moose lodge, Lake Isabella Blvd. Wednesday, 1 p.m - Senior Center Bingo, Lake Isabella. Thursday, Early Bird 12:15-Regular 1 p.m. St. Jude Bingo, Hwy 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information, or meeting times have changed. All area codes are 760 unless otherwise noted.

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Spotlighting the best of the Kern River Valley Publisher Michael Batelaan Editors, Writers Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker, Mike Devich Columnists Mike Mencarini Rod Middleworth Matt Freeman Bodfish Bob Ron Bolyard Jack Duitsman California Joe Richard Rowe Clarence Semonious Harry Thal Photographers Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker Contributing Photographers Murdoc Douglas, Jack Robson, Mike Devich Ad Production Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker Advertising Sales Valerie Minoux Business Office Sara Wakeman Advertising policies Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. Cancellations or rejection shall not preclude payment on similar advertising previously run. KRV Publishing and the Kern River Courier are not liable for errors in copy or an advertisement beyond the cost of the actual space occupied by the error. Publisher reserves the right to place the word “advertisement” on any ad copy that appears to resemble editorial matter. Submission policies Editorial and photo submissions are welcome and will run at the discretion of the editors. Submissions will only be returned when accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. The editors reserve the right to edit all submissions. The entire contents of the Kern River Courier are copyright ©2011 KRV Publishing. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written consent. All rights reserved. Letters policies Letters to the Editor are run when space permits. They are meant as an open forum for expression. The views expressed in the letters to the editor within this paper are not necessarily the views of this paper, nor those of the staff. Letters to the editor pertaining to local issues and events or those that affect our area are encouraged. Please include your real name, address and phone number for verification. Pen names or incomplete names are not allowed. The Kern River Courier reserves the right to exclude any letter to the editor, or edit its contents for length and prevention of libel, or for other reasons as seen fit by the editors. Letters should not exceed 200 words.

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Poppy to be in ‘Unforgettable’

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By Cindy Elavsky Q: I was a huge fan of CBS' "Without a Trace," so I was thrilled to see that Poppy Montgomery is coming back to TV this fall, starring in "Unforgettable." What made her decide to return to television? -- Darcy R., via e-mail A: I spoke with Poppy recently, and I asked her just that, and it basically boiled down to many elements coming together at the perfect time. Poppy told me: "The script was amazing. I'm obsessed with Niels (Arden Oplav), the director, and had been long before I ever met him. I've seen 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' maybe 30 times.”

great advice to an array of eclectic clients. The show was picked up by Showtime, and it premieres Tuesday, July 19, at 11 p.m. "Web Therapy" co-stars Victor Garber and Lily Tomlin, and guest stars include Courteney Cox, Meryl Streep, Alan Cumming, Selma Blair, Jane Lynch, Molly Shannon and many more.

*** Q: Is it true that actor Sean Bean was stabbed in a bar fight in London? Is he OK? -- Emily H. in Pennsylvania A: The "Game of Thrones" star was superficially cut in the arm with broken glass after chasing down a rude bar-goer who *** made lewd comments Poppy Montgomery Q: What has my to his girlfriend. After favorite "Friend," Lisa the incident, Sean Kudrow, been up to lately? -returned to the bar, used its firstTina D., Seattle aid kit on his arm and had another A: Since "Friends" ended in drink. 2004, Lisa -- who turns 48 on July 30 -- has starred in "Happy *** Endings," "P.S. I Love You," Write to Cindy at King Features "Bandslam" and "Easy A." She Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, currently stars in "Web Therapy," Orlando, FL 32853-6475; or e-mail which initially was a Web-excluher at letters@cindyelavsky.com. sive series where Lisa portrays a psychiatrist who dispenses not-so(c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob 2 tablespoons of brown sugar or honey A pinch of salt and pepper

Bodfish Bob's Passion Potion 2 cups cubed peeled ripe mango 1 cup cubed pineapple 1 1/2 cups orange juice, chilled 1/2 cup passion fruit nectar, chilled Place the mango cubes and pineapple cubes into freezer, and Freeze until Firm (about 1 hour). Remove from freezer; let stand 10 minutes.

Combine mango, juice, and nectar in a blender, and process until smooth. With blender on, add pineapple; process until smooth. Serve immediately. Makes 4 servings. Bodfish Bob's Sloppy Jose's 1 lb of ground beef 1 8 oz. Can of tomato sauce 2 tablespoons of mustard (yellow)

Brown beef in a skillet. Once done, drain off any fat from the meat. Add meat back into the skillet and add the tomato sauce. Once heated through, add the mustard, brown sugar, salt and pepper. At this point you can adjust the ingredients to meet your particular taste. Some might like this tangier or sweeter. Once it’s reached the desired taste you like, let it simmer for a few moments to combine the flavors throughout. This will yield enough mixture for about six Sloppy Jose’s, on small burger buns. Bodfish Bob's Foil Packet Zucchini Grill

Previews of new DVDs by Sam Struckhoff New DVDs reviewed in this column will be available in stores the week of July 12. PICKS OF THE WEEK "Rango" (PG) -- One of the wonderful things to take shape since the rise of computer-animated kids movies is the notion that adults often must sit through and appear to enjoy the show as well. "Rango" takes control of this idea in an interesting way. Not many kids movies work in references to "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" or "Chinatown." Rango "Rango" tells the story of a neurotic pet chameleon dropped into the Wild West. Johnny Depp does a good job giving voice to the scrawny green hero, and actually gives some depth to the lizard's shaky bravado. In fact, all of the characters look and sound interesting -- something I didn't think possible considering the steady cascade of talking CG animals that's been coming out of Hollywood year after year. The action, visuals, jokes and scruffy little animals rank high among what the genre has to offer. Like the little town housing the characters, the whole movie seems crafted out of little pieces of other, more recognizable efforts. This also might be the movie's largest drawback. While grownups

can appreciate the little homages, many of Rango's quips could go right over the heads of younger viewers. The movie's attention to detail makes for a well-crafted animated adventure that nobody is too big to enjoy. "Brazil" (R) [Blu-ray] -- This 1985 absurdist science-fiction film is one of those movies the creator fought for, and watching it shows why. Set in a dismal future ruled by heartless bureaucracy and inefficiency, a government worker starts to see through the elaborate mess of the world around him. Directed by Terry Gilliam, the movie shows a world so dystopian and ridiculous, it's George Orwell as read by Monty Python. "Brazil" is easily a Blu-ray worthy movie; you wouldn't want to miss how the pointless complexity and overbearing absurdity of future society is shown through carefully placed visual nuances. TV SHOWS "Entourage" The Complete Seventh Season "Damages" The Complete Third Season "ER" Season 15 (The Final Season) "Robot Chicken: Star Wars III" "Sgt. Frog" Season Three, Part One c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Courier Fishing Report

The REVA Co- Operative had a Dog Wash Fund raiser on Saturday at Darlene's Pet Salon, Etc. in Lake Isabella and wants to thank Darlene and her staff for their hard work and support to REVA. At right is Stacy Mark, groomer for Darlene's Pet Salon, Etc.

Lake up to 360,000 acre-feet Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier columnist

With the lake level around 360,000 acre-feet the North Fork from the cemetery to the airport must be producing some crappie, as I saw quite a few float tubes and boats sitting on the flooded willows and cottonwoods. I also spotted several boats at Rabbit Island (which, by the way, is truly surrounded by water now. The word from the hatchery is the Upper and Lower Kern will be stocked this week with its regular poundage and an extra bonus of lots of trophy trout. Thanks, Marvin, Danny and Bret. The water temp in the lake is new at the point that sustains activity of all species in the lake and we should start to see the algae bloom.

Here we go, another week of positive fishing on Isabella Lake. The bass tournament this past Saturday was won with a 20pound limit. My neighbors, Brad the Pizza Man and Pastor James, both caught lots of bass this week. That’s two weeks in a row for the Mencarini “Fishing Father.” I guess praying helps. Another angler was telling me that the area between Lime Dyke and Jouguin’s Cove was holding large schools of shad. Other bass fishermen Mike have Mencarini “That’s two in a row for the told me is a that Wofford ‘Fishing Father.’ I guess praying there Heights are a resident helps.” lot of and a volbass in --Mike Mencarini unteer at the the Kern preRiver Fish spawn Hatchery. areas or the secondary areas just For questions or comments you prior to moving on to the beds. can reach him through the Kern There also a lot of bucks (bucks River Courier, office@kernriverare juvenile males) being caught. courier.com.

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MCCARTHY continued from page 1 As we join our family and friends in the comfort of barbeques and fireworks, we do so knowing that many are also burdened by worry and uncertainty. There is no question that our nation is facing tremendous challenges. We have a sluggish economy, high gas prices and unsustainable levels of debt and deficits. Yet, I have great confidence in the resilience of America and that of the American people. This is not the first time our nation has faced challenges, and this is not the first time we will rise up to meet them. Because of the unique conviction, commitment and optimism of the American people, we have always come out of the tough times stronger than ever, and I know we will do it again this time. One reason for our resiliency is our faith in individual liberty. For over two centuries, in good times and bad, the democratic princi-

ples that have guided our nation have not been compromised. The ability of Americans to rise up and make their voices heard has continued to show the world the benefits of living in a free democratic republic. And our nation will continue to be a symbol of hope to men and women around the world for many generations to come. I am proud to be an American, and am proud that we remain a nation that inspires, but we must also remember that our freedoms are not free. We owe our continued way of life to the many courageous men and women, from the Revolutionary War to the wars of today, who have and continue to serve and sacrifice to protect our liberty. On this July Fourth, I hope we all take the time to reflect on the modern-day patriots that are serving, on their families and on the fundamental rights that make us quintessentially American.

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To Your Good Health

Getting a handle on heartburn Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Courier Syndicated Columnist

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FUN continued from page 1 Archie Logston, performing as “Lost Hills,” will be singing and playing at the Lakeshore Farmer’s Market Saturday morning. After that, you can go to the open house at the valley’s used book store, the Book Corral, in Mt. Mesa. It’s run by the Friends of the Libraries and it’s really worthwhile to visit. Emily Carde will be there to sell and sign copies of her new book, “ICU.” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Silver City Ghost Town in Bodfish is bringing in a Wild West reenactor group, the Tombstone Law Dawgs, to do their great shoot-’em-up shows at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The show is free with paid admission. If you’ve never gone in, the ghost town has gathered together many of the valley’s historic buildings and brought them back to life in a makebelieve Old West street that is often used for movies and music videos. The Nuui Cunni Indian Cultural Center in French Gulch (on the lake

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between Lake Isabella and Wofford Heights) is having a special memorial celebration with food, fun and entertainment, starting at 4 p.m. Stay and watch the fireworks show. The annual fireworks show over the lake, sponsored by the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce, is free and can be seen from many points along the lakeshore. You can park at Auxiliary Dam Campground with no entry fees after 6 p.m., but you must leave soon after the show. And please donate if you liked it. If you have any energy after the show, you can go to the Kern Valley Astronomy Club’s Star Party upriver about 16 miles north of Kernville and be astounded at what’s in the heavens as you look through one of their huge telescopes. It’s free. Have fun and be careful. See our story on Page 1 about staying safe and preventing trouble before it starts.

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DEAR DR. DONOHUE: After an endoscopy, the doctor told me I have a hiatal hernia. He said nothing could be done for it and that I will have to live with it the rest of my life. He gave me no medicines or advice. I am anxious about this and would appreciate any info you can give me. -- Anon. ANSWER: The swallowing tube -- the esophagus -- begins at the throat, travels down the chest and finally ends by attaching to the stomach. To reach the stomach, it must go through an opening in the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the chest from the abdominal cavity. That opening is the hiatus. A hiatal hernia is a bulging of part of the stomach through the hiatus and into the chest cavity. Many times, a hiatal hernia causes no symptoms and needs no treatment. At other times, a hiatal hernia produces GERD -- gastroesophageal reflux -- an upward spurting of acid and digestive juices from the stomach into the esophagus. That brings on heartburn, a common problem with many treatments. People without such a hernia also develop GERD. Here are some tips to handle heartburn. Lose weight, if need be. Don't eat within three hours of going to bed. Elevate the head of your bed using blocks that are 6 to 8 inches tall and placed under the bedposts. This keeps stomach juices in the stomach while you sleep. Sleep on your left side for the same reason. Don't wear constricting garments around the abdomen or

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too tight a belt. Take antacids as needed -- Tums, Rolaids, Mylanta and Maalox. Eliminate any food that gives you heartburn. Usual offenders are citrus fruits, tomatoes, onions, spicy foods, fatty and fried foods, chocolate, carbonated beverages, mints and caffeinated drinks. If these steps don't solve the heartburn problem, try medicines called acid blockers: Tagamet (cimetidine), Zantac (ranitidine), Pepcid (famotidine) and Axid (nizatidine). In low doses, all of these can be purchased without a prescription. The next step is medicines that turn off acid production. Prilosec (omeprazole) doesn't require a prescription. The prescription drugs are Prevacid, Nexium, Aciphex, Protonix and Dexilant. If necessary, surgical procedures can correct hiatal hernias. The booklet on hiatal hernias explains this common condition in detail. To obtain a copy, write: Dr. Donohue -- No. 501W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient's printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc. (c) 2011 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Faith

Adam and Eve story basic Jack Duitsman, pastor Father’s Heart Foursquare Church, Kernville

And they heard the sound of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day, and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the LORD God among Duitsman the trees of the garden. - Genesis 3:8 The Genesis account provides the blueprint for humanity's Divinely created order, and gives record of what transpired in the fall from that created order. The remainder of Scripture is redemptions story, the commitment of God and the capacity of God to draw fallen humanity back into the possibility of relationship with Him. I say possibility because of the need for a faith filled response to His gracious gift through Jesus the Lord on Calvary's cross. That God has procured this gift and freely offers it to all is apparent. That there is not universal acceptance of this gift is also painfully apparent - thanks be to God that you and I have been graciously saved! Therefore, a re-read of the Genesis account points the way for us to understand where the transforming work of God is taking us. We will never again know the wonders of Eden's garden, but

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on a slow and steady journey of faith we will re-experience measures of what Adam and Eve knew to be the wonders of life lived in perfection. Yes, your experience and mine may seem to be Eden's complete antithesis, but the hope of the redeemed is that there is a perfect work begun in us that will continue to be worked until Jesus Christ comes to take us as His own. In this hope is the realization that perfectly created, humanity had a capacity to walk and talk with the Eternal God that has largely been lost - the capacity remains, but without the ongoing transformative work by the Holy Spirit, it remains largely unused. What Adam & Eve enjoyed as a matter of course - walking and talking with God in the cool of the evening - you and I must relearn through the working of the Holy Spirit. Notice the difference between Adam and Eve's experience, and the Apostle Paul's confession that at present "we see through a glass darkly" in issues of the Spirit. What is at stake in embracing what God has clearly offered is the commitment to being set free at any and every level of His choosing that will bring us back His original design. The remarkable description of Genesis 3 that was lost at the fall, is available to those who set their hearts on being "filled with the Holy Spirit." Let's stick with this for a few more weeks - I'll meet you here next week and we can continue to seek the Father's outpouring together.

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Churches of the Valley Kernville Father’s Heart Foursquare Church Kernville Elementary School, Kernville Service Sunday 9:30 a.m. (760) 223-6704 First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville Sunday Service — 10:45 a.m.. (760) 376-6403 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Worship Celebration, 9:30 a.m. (760) 376-2751 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville Sunday School 9 a.m., Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 417-2014 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. (760) 376-6362 St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church Services held at Kernville United Methodist Church Sundays 11 a.m. Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. (760) 376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. (760) 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10 a.m. (760) 376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Lake Isabella First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. (760) 379-5615 Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Wed. 6 p.m. (760) 417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. (760) 379-5640 Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. (760) 379-4296 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella (760) 379-8672 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella

Sunday Services 11 a.m. (760) 379-2343 Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. (760) 379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella Sunday School & Worship 9:30 a.m. (760) 379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Worship Sunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m. Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. (760) 379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. (760) 379-5819 Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (760) 379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. (760) 379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. (760) 379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. (760) 379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal Church) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 4 p.m. (760) 379-6360 Southlake/Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. (760) 378-3780 He Cares Fellowship 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake Services Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. (760) 379-6935 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (760) 378-2321 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. (760) 378-4964 Church listings are free. Please contact our office.

Free speech, faith consistent Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

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Among the most wearisome changes of this world is the result of human efforts to ensure freedom to dissent. Allowing another to voice disagreement without fear of retribution is consistent with Romans 12:18: “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with Semonious all.” Unfortunately, those with little understanding claim that giving up my right to free speech and freedom of religion is required to allow freedom for the dissenter. God and the U. S. Constitution permit me to post public notices announcing Christian worship. These same authorities also permit non-Christians the same freedom. (I am deliberately avoiding the errors made by modern Supreme Courts. They have power to force and their oppression is not advancing freedom.) The will of God is that, “You shall do no injustice in court. You shall not be partial to the poor or defer to the great, but in righteousness shall you

judge your neighbor.” Leviticus 19:15. Honest efforts to ensure freedoms have failed because those with the power to make policy turned backs to God’s word. So I turned to James for advice. What am I to do? “Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains." James 5:7. And, “You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand. Do not grumble against one another, brothers, so that you may not be judged; behold, the Judge is standing at the door.” James 5:8-9. Therefore, “As an example of suffering and patience, brothers, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.” James 5:10. And, “they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength.” Isaiah 40:31.

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SPECIFIC continued from page 1

KRV Specific Plan will guide valley’s commercial construction

have to be worked out after future public hearings involving the Kern Valley community. Nine residents of the Kern Valley spoke at the public hearing but many others sent in comments, which were considered by the Board of Supervisors prior to their action. Many more valley residents also participated previously in more than a half-dozen public meetings held by the Planning Department. At the May 2 meeting, the most recent one, as many as 100 residents participated. Some residents spoke from the Kern River Valley via teleconference. Erie Johnson, Jon Ream and this writer spoke in favor of adopting the plan, citing economic development among other reasons. The KRV Specific Plan is the first in the county to have an Economic Development Element and Dark Sky protection. The six individuals who spoke in Bakersfield at the Board of Supervisors meeting were not in favor of adopting the plan at this point, instead wanting further revisions to the plan and EIR. Most were opposed to the Weldon solar project, which is being considered in a separate approval process and was not addressed in the KRV Specific Plan. They included Bakersfield residents Marjorie and Evan Bell and Weldon residents Bimmy Keene and Jody Steel. Both in extensive written comments and testimony, Sequoia ForestKeeper's Ara Marderosian questioned the adequacy of the EIR related to Global Warming and commented on the Weldon Solar project as well. Copies of the draft KRV Specific Plan are available at local libraries and online at http://www.co.kern.ca.us/planning/eirs.asp. Richard Rowe is the Courier’s Living Green columnist.

The Kern River Valley Specific Plan establishes planning policies and implementation measures to guide future development of the Valley communities for the next 20 years. This vision is intended to balance the natural character of the Valley with future growth, and promote a rural lifestyle while protecting the solitude and privacy of residents living in this mountain community. The following objectives identify general concepts and ideas, which provided the guidance for the development of this plan.

• Ensure that development is managed to conserve the scenic, biological, watershed and other features of the natural environment. • Manage future growth responsibly, and encourage an appropriate balance among private property rights, community development, the natural environment, and social objectives. • Maintain and enhance the health of the Specific Plan Area's natural systems and resources. • Retain the rural character of the Specific Plan Area. • Improve visual qualities of the built environment. • Increase and improve accessibility to natural, historical and cultural amenities for all users. • Enhance the Specific Plan Area's tourism and hospitality markets. • Encourage economic diversity and stability. • Maintain the long-term economic viability of ranching and farming operations.

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$50,000 MLS 2210977 Bodfish, 700 sq ft, 1 bdrm, 1 ba. mobile. New appl., water heater, carpet, paint, windows & doors, Washer/dryer, some furn. incl.

$339,900 MLS 2211395 3412 Indian Rock, Squirrel Valley, 2196 sq ft, traditional home. 3 bdrm, 1.75 ba, on 0.68 acres. With 2 car garage.

$119,900 MLS 2211499 Wofford Heights, 988 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2 ba home. Two car garage, quiet neighborhood. Close to lake, park, stores.

$150,000 MLS 2211351 Wofford Heights, 2 commercial buildings both with bathrooms on .31 acre. Great prime location with high traffic.

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Courier chuckle of the week: “Everything that used to be a sin is now a disease.” Bill Maher

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Salomeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You dislike waiting for promises to be fulfilled and for commitments to be kept, but resist your headstrong tendency to push things along. Your patience will be rewarded. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Expect continuing opposition to your plans from die-hard detractors. However, your determination to see things through will carry the day. A Pisces has romantic ideas. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You might be too close to a troublesome workplace situation to deal with it successfully. Step away in order to get a better perspective. A solution soon becomes obvious. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might suspect that someone you trust has misled you on an important matter, but a more balanced view of things reveals a misunderstanding to be the culprit. LEO (July 23 to August 22) The Big Cat's animal magnetism has rarely been stronger. You can either just bask in all that admiration or use it to your advantage, especially in the workplace. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Someone who previously balked at cooperating with you on a project suddenly has a change of heart. Accept both help and advice with grace. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Some hazy issues still need to be cleared up before you can move

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on with your new plans. A friend from the past reaches out to re-establish old ties. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Continued positive fall-out follows that risky workplace decision you made some time ago. Your payoff will soon prove to be more substantial than you expected. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A personal relationship continues to be affected by a recent unexpected turn of events. Things need to work themselves out without finger-pointing. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) It's a wonderful week for all you capricious Goats to kick up your heels with friends or family members in some well-earned fun and frivolity. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Caution is advised before making a financial commitment to someone you don't really know. There are better ways to build friendships than with risky fiscal dealings. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Travel plans continue to be favored. A change of scenery brings new opportunities, both personally and professionally. Be open to the possibilities. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a strong sense of loyalty that shows itself best in your relationships with family and friends. c) 2011King Features Synd., Inc.

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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. GEOGRAPHY: What place is known as Kalaalit Nunaat in the local language? 2. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What university's nickname is the Rainbow Warriors? 3. ASTRONOMY: How many moons does Venus have? 4. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a hare's top ground speed? 5. POP CULTURE: What was the name of the Pillsbury Dough Girl? 6. LITERATURE: What was Tarzan's real name? Answers:

1. Greenland 2. Hawaii 3. None 4. About 43 mph 5. Poppie 6. Lord Greystoke

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For Sale 2000 Coachman Royal 5th Wheel Trailer, 28.5 ft, hardly used, like new inside, loaded. $7,500 (818) 426-8773 ________________________ Kawasaki 750ss, 2 seater jet ski, like new, registered, runs good, inclds cover & trailer, $1,750 obo. (818) 426-1700 ________________________ Shop Smith + woodworking tools - 465 obo. Free standing Quadra Fire wood burning stove w/blower, used only 2 years. $300 obo. 760-379-4373

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Commercial Wofford Heights - Log cabin located on Wofford Blvd. with 900 sq ft of retail space for rent. Call Marcy @ 760-417-1953

Motels MOUNT N' LAKE MOTEL 311 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 24/7 - One Person - $49 4 Days-$179, 1 Week-$279 No pets - (760) 376-2307

Wofford Heights - Sites available in quiet park with lake views, laundry facilities & fish house. $250/mo inclds water & trash. Call Jody @ 760-376-3228 _________________________ RV Spaces Available On the River! Downtown Kernville. Use vacation or permanent. Sign a lease for 1 yr & get a discount on your monthly rate! Call for details. 760- 376-2345

Kernville - Hi-Ho 50+ Mobile Home Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $450/mo + deposit and utilities. 760-376-2671 _________________________ Immaculate, 2Br & 1Ba Duplex with View in Wofford Hts., low cost-All Electric Unit, New Paint, Garage, Fncd Yard, Water Pd, W/D Hk-up. MUST SEE to Appreciate! SECTION-8 Okay. $650/mo. 760-376-6726 _________________________ Lake Isabella - 55+ Community, 2bd/2ba double wide w/patio, completely refurbished. $575 mo + security deposit. (760) 964-2514 ________________________

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Homes for Sale BODFISH CABIN 102 Hoebeck Road Beautifully remodeled 1680 sq ft cabin w/great view! $129,000 661-428-1108 _________________________ BUY NO CASH DOWN & GET $2,000 CASH BACK Pay $917 each 2 weeks, fixed payment in todays $ buying power, all tax cutting deduction. You get 6.4 acres flat land, approx 2,200 sq. ft. home. Great for boating, fishing, skiing, golfing, trucking, business, flying, kayaking, camping, viewing lake & river & mtns, growing kids + plants+ horses. Near Lake Isabella and Kern River. You sign $239,000 loan secured by TD on property you buy + other property (equity must be ok to seller) owned by buyer or co-buyer/guarantor, all due 35 yrs, no points, no personal liability, no prepay penalty, no FICO score requirement. Bad credit ok if you can/will pay 10% apr. Seller, Equity 1Loans, 661-330-2222 _________________________ REDUCED! MUST SELL! Owner Will Carry. Awesome 2/1 manufactured home in small park surrounded by nature, mtn & lake views. Reduced to $12,900, pets allowed, space rent only $250 & inclds water, trash. Call Wade Cook, C21-Lake Isabella Realty, Inc., (760) 2993060, #01728605

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Talking About Real Estate

California Joe’s Storytelling Corner

Seller financing a good option

Cowboy artist captured the West

Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist

In this current real estate market when considering selling or purchasing a home it is extremely important to consider all forms of financing. Even though there has been some easing of credit restrictions on mortgages during the past year or so it still remains quite tough to get a mortgage these Matt Freeman days without substantial money down and good credit. Things have kind of gone back to the way they used to be – you either had 20% down to buy a house or you got an FHA or VA loan which both require little or no down. I talked a couple of weeks ago about USDA, or Rural Housing loans; they are a great option as well but just like any other loan program they have income and credit guidelines. There is one other option concerning financing that is important to think about, and that is asking the owner of a property to carry a Note and Deed of Trust. In the real estate industry this is commonly called "Seller Financing" and it is a great option both for the buyer and the seller. The buyer does not have to worry about lender fees and credit issues that would commonly cause problems for a regular mortgage, and the seller makes

money in the long run because of interest on the note and ultimately sells their property, which in this market can be somewhat hard to do. I personally carry a Note and Deed of Trust and am very happy with it. You get a monthly income from the property but you do not have to be a landlord; you are the bank and that is it. You make sure the property is properly insured, the taxes are paid, and of course the payments are made. Taxes, insurance, interest and principal are all paid by the buyer. The buyer is the registered owner, and the seller is the legal owner just like with a regular mortgage. Seller financing is a great option for buyers who have some money down. Usually sellers like to see at least 20% down and good credit, although oftentimes a seller is open to a buyer's individual situation – for example if they have had a foreclosure and are unable to get a new mortgage but have good credit otherwise. Each seller financing situation is different. So if you are a buyer who has a large chunk of money to put down but for some reason can't get financing think about asking for Seller Financing. A lot of sellers are willing to at least entertain the possibility. 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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HAPPY 4 TH of JULY! #0960 Looking for a secluded piece of property? Cute 2 bed, 2 bath home. Add on room for extra space and Nice size kitchen, deck, storage sheds, seller financing o.a.c. ONLY $55,000 #1604 NEW LISTING! .85 acre lot in Squirrel Valley. Permitted grading already done, water meter. ONLY $65,000 #1549 2 bed home needs love and care, nice size lot, located in the heart of Lake Isabella. MAKE OFFER! ONLY $75,000 #1359 Looking for beautiful acreage? Lake view? Lovely area of Wofford Heights, 10.44 acres, horse zoned, building pad site. ONLY $80,000 #1352 It is not often that you will find a place that has 2 separate residences on one lot. This one is it! Probate sale, does need some TLC. Call now for custom showing! ONLY $92,000 #1497 Looking for a place that has lake views? This is a Take-Line Lake Property, meaning it actually borders the lake. 3 bed, 2 bath and much more to look at! CALL TODAY! ONLY $129,000

California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist

At 16, Charles Marion Russell (1864-1926) announced boldly that he would have no more schooling. He wanted to be a cowboy. His first real job was as a night wrangler, overseeing a couple of hundred horses and whatever else happened to be on the hoof. He spent California Joe his working hours under a million stars that shone over a very wild country. When relief came at dawn, Charley Russell would sleep a few hours, and then spend the rest of the daylight drawing and painting. Russell’s cowboying lasted 11 years. During that time, he saw a changing West and he recorded every detail – if not on paper, at least in his memory. He experienced firsthand the twilight of the era, as the last roundups drew nearer and nearer. By 1895, Charley figured out that he might be able to earn a living from his art. Saloon owners and others had commissioned work from him. He had received as much as $50 for a painting. That year he visited Ben Roberts in Cascade, Mont. Staying with the family was a lovely young girl named Nancy Cooper. Charley was

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#1432 Very unique property! 3+2 house setting on 2.08 acres with barn, horse fencing, 2 car garage, private well with storage tanks. ONLY $219,000 #1466 View! View! Wow what a view. 2 bed, 1 bath home. All windows are triple pane w/lifetime guarantee. Huge covered deck overlooking the lake, high knotty pine ceilings, lovely natural rock fireplace. ONLY $290,000!

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smitten. A year later they were married. She was 18 and he was 32. Nancy believed he was the Rembrandt of the American West. She took over his business operations. Russell’s artistic output was steady and always improving. “Roundup on the Musselshell” showed a cowboy coming off his horse to rope a stray, framed by a prairie rainbow in the late afternoon light. “The Buffalo Hunter” shows a young brave astride a galloping horse, slightly obscured by the great buffalo he is about to send an arrow into. In his later years, Charley Russell’s palette grew more colorful, and his production remained steady. When he died of a heart attack in 1926, he was widely mourned. Lots of self-made artists still frequent these hills! Our very good friend, Carol Bradshaw, practices two careers. Most days she’s a nurse at the hospital. And twice a week she’s off in Bakersfield teaching at the Bakersfield Art Assoc. Art Gallery in downtown Bakersfield. One day she teaches a class in beginning drawing and the other day a classes in watercolor. She also can create a mean soup for a Sunday evening dinner! 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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Youth Football & Cheer benefit golf tournament July 9 Kern Valley Youth Football and Cheer will hold a golf tournament fundraiser on July 9, check-in time 8 a.m. Please contact the golf course to reserve your foursome (376-2828). There will be a raffle for four box seats and parking pass to a Dodgers vs. Rockies game. For more information, call Gigi at 417-2504. Kern River Motors to hold Poker Run and dinner July 16 Kern River Motors will hold a Poker Run and Evening Cookout on Saturday July 16th starting at 4 pm at Kern River Motors in Lake Isabella and ending at the Mt. Mesa Lanes Bowling Alley with a barbecue chicken dinner and music. The fee is $35 for a single rider. Dinner tickets are also on sale for $10 each. Pre-registration forms are available at Kern River Motors in Lake Isabella on Hwy 155 (Kernville Road). A portion of the proceeds collected will go to the Youth Bowling Program at the Mt. Mesa Lanes Bowling Alley. Food commodities distribution date Tuesday, July 26 Government food commodities will be distributed to those qualified on Tuesday, July 26 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel on Highway 178 in Mt. Mesa, and the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution starts at 8 a.m. To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, just send the information to us by e-mail. You may also submit on paper, either in person or by mail (our addresses are on page 2). Must be received by Tuesday at 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is any cost, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened. They’ll be printed in chronological order by event date. Submitted items deemed entirely or mostly advertising for a business will not be accepted. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or www.kernvalley.com

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Danger aside, it was fun Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

The Fourth of July comes every year on July 4th. (No argument there!) But lately I've noticed that because it doesn't always fall on a day that's convenient, the “powers that be” ask us to watch the fireworks displays on another day. It somehow doesn't feel right to watch a fireworks show Middleworth on the Second of July. In fact, it almost seems unAmerican. Looking back, the Fourth of July celebrations when I was a youngster were always held on July fourth and not some other day. As a matter of history, lots of things were different back then. We could buy firecrackers and rockets and sparklers. We could buy Piccolo Petes that would dart around the ground, whistle, and end their existence with a loud bang. When we had the money we would buy the loudest and most potent of firecrackers, the Cherry Bomb. It was the size of a large cherry (hence the name) and was loaded with power and “bangability.” Properly attached you could blow a wooden mailbox to smithereens. And several mailboxes each year did fall prey to a few

future ordnance soldiers. We had carbide cannons that used water and carbide which, when mixed properly and lit, would make one heck of a boom. But better yet, if mixed in a little spice can and lit through a small hole, the can could rise in the air 20 feet and disappear with a bang (to be found later in someone’s rosebushes). One of the most potent of the small firecrackers was the Black Panther. It had twice the power and twice the bang, and of course, cost twice as much as other firecrackers. We would build miniature roads and bridges in an empty lot and then destroy them with the Panthers. In my time and in my neighborhood no one got hurt, except when we tried to play catch with sparklers. It took a brave kid to catch a whirling sparkler without grabbing the burning end. Yes, things were different and not as safe as things are today. And that’s to the good. But even so, I look back with nostalgia on some of the old days. Anybody got a Cherry Bomb and an old mailbox you want to get rid of? And by the way, Happy Birthday, Uncle Sam! Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Embroidery Magick (2011 - B3294), DBA #2: Magickal Cupboard (2011 B3295). Street address of principal place of business: 333 South Dennison Road, #65, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 333 South Dennison Road, #65, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT: Mary Clyde, 333 South Dennison Road, #65, Tehachapi, CA 93561. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 05/13/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Mary Clyde. This statement filed on 05/24/2011. Expires 05/24/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Let My People Go Worldwide Crusades, File No.: 2011 - B3509. Street address of principal place of business: 6720 District Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Mailing address of business: 6720 District Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93313. REGISTRANT: Garvin Prichett, Sr., 6720 District Boulevard, Bakersfield, CA 93313. A Individual. Date the business commenced: 10/21/2004. 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: Garvin Prichett, Sr. This statement filed on 06/03/2011. Expires 06/03/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. DiPrima. Published by the Kern River Courier June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: McGuire Creations (2011 - B3532), DBA #2: Russ Allen Studios (2011 B3533), DBA #3: McGuire Enterprises (2011 - B3534). Street address of principal place of business: 30021 Jamaica Dunes Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 30021 Jamaica Dunes Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANTS: Russell McGuire, 30021 Jamaica Dunes Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561 and Milagros McGuire, 30021 Jamaica Dunes Drive, Tehachapi, CA 93561. I Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 06/01/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Russell A. McGuire. This statement filed on 06/06/2011. Expires 06/06/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. DiPrima. Published by the Kern River Courier June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Attitude Research Associates (2011 - B3717) Street address of principal place of business: 5357 Yankee Canyon Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240-9525. Mailing address of business: 5357 Yankee Canyon Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 932409525. REGISTRANT: Bert Simpson, 5357 Yankee Canyon Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 932409525. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Bert Simpson. This statement filed on 06/13/2011. Expires 06/13/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier June 17, 24, July 1 and 8, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Tattered Hands Studio (2011 B3082). Street address of principal place of business: 2529 Steensen Street, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 2111, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Amanda Davidson, 2529 Steensen Street, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 01/01/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Amanda L. Davidson. This statement filed on 05/12/2011. Expires 05/12/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: B Heart Beauty (2011 - B3476) Street address of principal place of business: 18478 Poplar Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263. Mailing address of business: 18478 Poplar Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263. REGISTRANT: Jina Bias, 18478 Poplar Avenue, Shafter, CA 93263. A Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Jina Bias. This statement filed on 06/02/2011. Expires 06/02/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier June 17, 24, July 1 and 8, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:

Bolles Well Service (2011 - B3576) Street address of principal place of business: 4008 Shawn Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of business: 4008 Shawn Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Keith Bolles, 4008 Shawn Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Keith Bolles. This statement filed on 06/07/2011. Expires 06/07/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Medina. Published by the Kern River Courier June 17, 24, July 1 and 8, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Business Plan Solutions (2011 B3491) Street address of principal place of business: 2229 A Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301. Mailing address of business: 2229 A Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301. REGISTRANT: Jennifer Tidwell, 2229 A Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301. A Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Jennifer Tidwell. This statement filed on 06/02/2011. Expires 06/02/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier June 17, 24, July 1 and 8, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Highcountry Timber Sales & Management (2011 - B3432) Street address of principal place of business: 113 Kellen Way, Bodfish, CA 93205. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 105, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: William Wilson, 113 Kellen Way, Bodfish, CA 93205. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 05/26/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Keith Bolles. This statement filed on 05/31/2011. Expires 05/31/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier June 17, 24, July 1 and 8, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Honeybee Graphics (File No.: 2011 - B3475) Street address of principal place of business: 808 Sutter Court, Frazier Park, CA 93225. Mailing address of business: 808 Sutter Court, Frazier Park, CA 93225.

REGISTRANT: Melissa Yoes, 808 Sutter Court, Frazier Park, CA 93225. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 09/13/2005. 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: Melissa Yoes. This statement filed on 06/02/2011. Expires 06/02/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier June 17, 24, July 1 and 8, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Linda's Tax Service (2011 - B3481) Street address of principal place of business: 304 Belle Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address of business: 304 Belle Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANT: Linda Griggs, 304 Belle Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Linda Griggs. This statement filed on 06/02/2011. Expires 06/02/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier June 17, 24, July 1 and 8, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Kinecticon.com (2011 - B3704) Street address of principal place of business: 7605 Terry John Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address of business: 7605 Terry John Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANT: Edward Webb, 7605 Terry John Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308. A Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Edward Webb. This statement filed on 06/13/2011. Expires 06/13/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier June 24, July 1, 8 and 15, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Sunless Glimmer (2011 - B3787) Street address of principal place of business: 10611 Cliffside Street, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 10611 Cliffside Street, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANT: Amber Seigel, 10611 Cliffside Street, Bakersfield, CA 93311. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivi-

sion (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: Amber Seigel. This statement filed on 06/16/2011. Expires 06/16/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier June 24, July 1, 8 and 15, 2011. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: FAY CREEK WELL WATER SYSTEM, (2010-B3143) Street address of business: 143 South Weber Street, Weldon, CA 93283. Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box 1005, Weldon, CA 93283. REGISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Robert Lowe, 9617 South Fay Creek Ford, Weldon, CA 93283, Todd Bastian, 121 North W Street, Lompoc, CA 93436, Beth Mramor, 23422 Candlewood Way, West Hills, CA 93283, Lora Storm, 4831 East Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240, Dorothy Ray, 9613 Fay Creek Ford, Weldon, CA 93283, Carina Walker, 9727 Fay Creek Ford, Weldon, CA 93283, Richard Violano, 9557 Fay Creek Ford, Weldon, CA 93283, Niomi Tanner, 5118 Willow Estates, San Jose, CA 95135. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 05/13/2010. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 06/16/2011. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by N. Hawley, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier June 24, July 1, 8 and 15, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: El Super Primo (2011 - B3873) Street address of principal place of business: 4408 Posada Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: 4408 Posada Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. REGISTRANT: Raul Herrera, 4408 Posada Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 08/20/2008. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Raul Herrera. This statement filed on 06/21/2011. Expires 06/21/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier July 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: E-Z Travel (2011 - B3872) Street address of principal place of business: 4194 Pinewood Lake Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: 4194 Pinewood Lake Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309. REGISTRANTS: Elizabeth Chan, 4194 Pinewood Lake Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309 and Maria Elsa Chan, 4194 Pinewood Lake Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93309 . L State/Local Registered Domestic Partnership. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913

other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Elizabeth Chan. This statement filed on 06/21/2011. Expires 06/21/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Medina. Published by the Kern River Courier July 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Lake Isabella Funeral Home & Crematory (2011 - B3918) Street address of principal place of business: 3641 Ersking Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: 3641 Ersking Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Robert Guidry, 3641 Ersking Creek Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Robert Guidry. This statement filed on 06/23/2011. Expires 06/23/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier July 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Night Flier - Your Personal Chauffeur (2011 - B3785) Street address of principal place of business: 1727 Orange Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304. Mailing address of business: 1727 Orange Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304. REGISTRANT: Brian Armer, 1727 Orange Street, Bakersfield, CA 93304. A Individual. Date the business commenced: 06/01/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Brian Armer. This statement filed on 06/16/2011. Expires 06/16/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier July 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: White's Cleaning Service (2011 B3916) Street address of principal place of business: 124 Bull Run Road, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1140, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT: Julie White, 124 Bull Run Road, Kernville, CA 93238. A Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be

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Agent 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: Julie White. This statement filed on 06/23/2011. Expires 06/23/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier July 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2011.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: FAY CREEK WELL WATER SYSTEM, (2010-B0470) Street address of business: 9617 South Fay Creek Ford, Weldon, CA 93283. Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box 438, Weldon, CA 93283. REGISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Robert Lowe, 9617 South Fay Creek Ford, Weldon, CA 93283; Todd

Bastian, 121 North W Street, Lompoc, CA 93436; Beth Mramor, 23422 Candlewood Way, West Hills, CA 91307. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/21/2010. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 06/23/2011. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by N. Hawley, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier July 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2011.

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