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Start working on county fair entries Kern River Courier

Bakersfield’s Kern County Fair has announced the contests and categories for community exhibits to be displayed at this year's event, which will run Sept. 21-Oct. 2.

Entry catalogs are now available at the Kern County Fair, 1142 South P Street, and also online at kerncountyfair.com.

Most contests have closing dates in August.

Whether you're an amateur photographer or a gourmet cook, you'll find a way to share your interests with visitors to the fair. Some of the contests evolve around this year's theme, "It's Magic!"

Following trends in the arts and other fields, the Kern County Fair has added a number of new contests and cate-

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Storm clouds start to pop up over the Kern Plateau north of Kernville on Saturday. LIghtning from the storm clouds caused fires all over the Kern Plateau, many of which are still burning, causing smoke to intrude into the valley.

Smoky smell should stick around a while Mike Devich Kern River Courier

Smoky conditions in the valley may cause breathing problems for the sensitive over the next few days. The smoke is coming from lightning-caused fires north of the valley, and weather conditions are making the smoke enter the valley itself.

Six small fires were ignited last week when thunderstorms went through the region. On Monday, July 4,

the Sherman, Beach and Ridge fires were reported in the Kern Plateau area, north and east of Kernville, within the old McNally Fire burn area. The fires were all less than 1/10th of an acre and confined to one or two snags (dead trees) and are being managed by the Forest Service rather than being put out. (The Forest Service calls this “managed for resource benefits.”)

See SMOKE, Page 5

gories for 2011. There also are many contests designed for children, from special cooking competitions to the ever-popular Lego-building contests.

Offerings include a recipe contest giving participants an opportunity to "Bake for the Cure" and join the fight against breast cancer with their kitchen skills. The contest, sponsored

by Fleishmann's Yeast, gives local cash prizes, plus winners compete for national grand prizes.

For each entry, Fleishmann will donate $10 to a nonprofit organization against breast cancer called "Susan G. Komen for the Cure."

For more information, contact the Kern County Fair Entry Department at 661-833-4914 or visit the contest section of kerncountyfair.com.

Roads, trails still being cleared up after winter Kern River Courier

Anxious recreationists keep the phone lines busy at most Forest Service offices this time of year.

The long winter has disappeared, and the snowpack, at almost twice the yearly average, is melting swiftly under the current warm weather.

Forest users can get ready to camp, hike, fish, and dust off their motorcycles.

Local trail crews on the Kern River Ranger District, under the direction of Assistant Recreation Officer Bob Frenes, are working hard and putting in long days to open roads and trails across the southern end of the Sequoia National Forest to accommodate those recreationists. And, it is no small task.

About 600 miles of off-highway vehicle (OHV) trails and many miles of forest roads throughout the

mountains surrounding the Kern River Valley are presently being worked on. Roads and trails are also being cleared for administrative use as Forest Service employees require access to seasonal high country work stations and fire lookouts.

Frenes said, “Heavy winter snowfall has put us close to six weeks behind schedule. We are (still) experiencing a significant amount of downed trees, rock slides and erosion."

Trails and roads were littered with trees affected by winter conditions. Chainsaws have been getting a workout for days on end as the crews work to cut and remove trees. As part of road maintenance, backhoes are also used on roads to fill in the ruts left from the winter rains, clean out clogged culverts

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Redistricting commission decides to not issue maps Richard Cayia Rowe Kern River Courier columnist

Last week the California Citizens Redistricting Commission decided that, in order to produce the best district maps possible, it would not release a second round of draft maps. Previously the commission stated it would release its second round of maps on July 14.

Their first draft maps proposed moving the Kern River Valley from Assembly District 32 (Shannon Grove, R-Bakersfield) to Assembly District 34 (Connie Conway, RVisalia). (See map at http://goo.gl/9wmPW.) The commission will release more details next week on how the public can easily obtain information and submit com-

ment on the redistricting map proposals, and also how they can follow each step of the process for drawing the lines. The commission will be posting maps of proposed districts to www.wedrawthelines.ca.gov.

The final district maps are slated to be released July 28 and adopted by the commission on August 15.

The commission is also accepting public comments by e-mail at votersfirstact@crc.ca.gov, by FAX (916) 651-5711, and by mail to: Citizens Redistricting Commission, STE 154A, Sacramento, CA 95814-6424.

Every 10 years, following the Census, district boundaries are redrawn. It used to be done behind doors by the majority party in Sacramento. That has changed. California's

first Citizens Redistricting Commission is a new 14-member body charged with redrawing California's Senate, Assembly, State Board of Equalization and Congressional districts based on information gathered during the 2010 census. California voters authorized the creation of the Citizens Redistricting Commission when they passed Proposition 11 in the November 2008 general election.

The commission is attempting to redraw the State Senate, Assembly, State Board of Equalization and Congressional districts in conformity with strict, nonpartisan rules designed to create districts of relatively equal population that are meant to provide fair representation for all Californians.

– Richard Cayia Rowe is the “Living Green” columnist for the Courier.

Vol. 8 No. 24 Lake Isabella’s weekend weather Fri: Sunny, high 83.

Fri. night: Clear, low 60.

Sat.: Sunny, high 85.

Sat. night: Clear, low 62.

Sun.: Sunny, high 92.

Sun. night: Clear, low 67.

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

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Weekly fishing report by veteran angler Mike Mencarini

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Try our puzzles.

We have more of them than any other local paper.

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Kern Valley Hospital has done a lot in the last year and a half.

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

Storage, Isabella Reservoir 361,709 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 2,683 cfs (5-hr avg.)

Outflow, Lower Kern 3,790 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.

Kern River Courier

Letter to the Courier

Friday, July 15, 2011

Legend

As many folks know, we are currently engaged in redistricting from the federal arena down to the local level. Many of you have been following the federal and state process, and I am finding out most of us haven’t paid close enough attention to our local supervisorial district.

I have attended meetings where there are only two people in attendance. It seems that we are comfortable with the knowledge that our boundaries won’t change in East Kern. The concern I want to stress is what can change on the west side will affect us.

We have been successful in having Map 5 taken off the table. For those of you who may not know, that map placed all of East Kern into 1 district. There is another map that has been introduced that will drastically change District 1. There were several folks that attended this past Tuesday’s meeting that spoke in favor of this option, now being called “option 6.” It removes Shafter, McFarland and Delano out of District 1 and moves territory which is currently in District 3 east of Highway 99 and Highway 65 including Oildale, Northeast Bakersfield and East Bakersfield into District 1. That is about 116,000 eligible voters to East Kern’s 48,000.

I urge you to please go to http://www.kern.ca.us/redistrict and review the various options which have been proposed. Sitting on the sidelines assuming there is are plenty of other folks looking out for our welfare is not an option. Please take a few minutes to write a letter to our supervisor, Jon McQuiston, with your comments and concerns. Review the options which are being proposed and decide which option is best for East Kern. My preference is “option 1” which has the minimal impact with the desired results, what is yours?

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By Jim Wyly Sunday August 21 11:00am to 4:00pm

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Everyone’s Welcome Tickets $10.00

For more information & tickets call Andrea Babb 760-379-1927 or 7860-223-1739 From our 100 plus members we thank you

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

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

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(Ed. note: see the front page story this week by Courier columnist Richard Cayia Rowe about the redistricting issue.

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Kern River Valley information For recreation info

Kernville Chamber of Commerce

U.S. Forest Service

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

Kernville Office: 105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner from the museum) (760) 376-3781 (closed on weekends – go to the Kernville Chamber of Commerce office for permits) Lake Isabella office: 4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy. 155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178) (760) 379-5646

For general KRV info Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce

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

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.

Kern County fire stations are located in Kernville, Lake Isabella and Southlake. Call 911 to report a fire as there are many fire agencies.

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The Courier Calendar event. Sponsored by Los Angelesbased Basic Needs Foundation. Call 1-888-504-7729 to make an appointment. (The Courier was given an incorrect phone number originally – the above is the correct one.)

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 is available at Kern River Motors in Hwy 155Lake Isabella. A portion of the proceeds collected will go to the Youth Bowling Program at Mt. Mesa Lanes.

Bakesale and entertainment at Lakeshore Market July 16 A fund raising bake sale to aid the High Sierra Wild Horse Sanctuary and Gentling Center will be offered this Saturday.

Money raised will help support and assist in the placing of abandoned and homeless horses. Also Janet "Fingers" Kutzner, will entertain customers at the Lakeshore Farmers Market. The market is located at 7466 Wofford Blvd., Wofford Heights, across from St. Jude's Church from 9am until 1pm.

McCarthy aide to hold office hours in Lake Isabella July 21 On Thursday, July 21, a Field Representative for Congressman Kevin McCarthy will hold office hours at the County Complex in Lake Isabella from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Contact: Vince Fong, District Director for Congressman McCarthy at (661) 327-3611.

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.

Hummingbird Festival held at Kern River Preserve Aug. 6 The Kern River Valley has been called the “Hummingbird Viewing Capital of California.” You can view hundreds of the colorful winged birds zipping around at the Kern River Preserve’s Hummingbird Festival on Aug. 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The preserve is located in Weldon. Look for the gate on Highway 178. Free; no reservations needed. At 8 a.m. will be a short lesson in hummingbird feeder maintenance and a recipe for hummingbird food. Volunteers are needed for this event. See http://kern.audubon.org/

First Spay Day to be held Aug. 20 in Lake Isabella The first of two free Spay Days will be held the Vons parking lot in Lake Isabella on Saturday, Aug. 20.

Up to 45 animals will be spayed/neutered in a day-long

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,

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 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.

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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.

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Entertainment K E R N

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Celebrity Extra

Couch Theater

‘Red Dawn’ still coming

See ‘Blues Brothers’ again

By Cindy Elavsky

to Scotland for fun and games, and for her, a little unexpected romance. She also stars in ABC Family's "Switched at Birth," and is featured in December's Oscar contender "J. Edgar," which stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Josh Lucas, Judi Dench and Naomi Watts.

Q: I keep reading about there being a remake of "Red Dawn" in the works (with no release date in sight), and I wondered how stars of the original 1984 version felt about this? I have my doubts they'll be able to pull it off -*** the original is such a cult clasQ: I can't believe Chris sic. -- Brandi R., Erie, Pa. Meloni left "Law and Order: A: I spoke with Lea SVU"! Who will Thompson, who played they get to replace Erica in the original him? -- Anna F., movie, and she also is a Fresno, Calif. little iffy about the A: "Cold Case" remake. "I have my alum Danny Pino is doubts, clearly," she said, set to fill Detective "because they haven't Stabler's absence. As released it yet although "SVU" enters its 13th it's supposedly been season, Mariska done for ages. I'll be realHargitay has opted ly interested to see it. for a reduced role, One of the really amazhaving signed on for Lea Thompson ing things about the only the first 13 original 'Red Dawn' is episodes of the new that there were no special effects season. So, to help fill that void, in terms of computer-generated actress Kelli Giddish ("Chase" and effects. Everything that happened "Past Life") has been cast as a new really happened, which makes it detective as well. more of a visceral nightmare.

Sometimes some things left to the *** imagination are actually more Write to Cindy at King Features haunting."

Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, You can catch Lea starting July Orlando, FL 32853-6475; or e-mail 30 in Hallmark Movie Channel's her at letters@cindyelavsky.com.

"The Cabin," where she plays a single mom who brings her kids (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob the under side. When complete, turn chicken over and sprinkle with salt, white pepper and garlic salt.

Replace lid on pan as previously stated and cook chicken until done.

Drain fried chicken on paper towels. Repeat process for remaining chicken pieces.

Bodfish Bob's Dill Potato Salad 2 pounds small red potatoes, washed 2/3 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped celery 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion Salt and pepper, to taste

Bodfish Bob's Buttermilk Fried Chicken Cut-up frying chicken Buttermilk (as required) Flour (as required) Vegetable oil (about 2 c.)

Salt White pepper Garlic salt

Need a covered frying pan. Add 2 to 2 1/2-inches oil to frying pan.

Heat oil in frying pan to mediumhigh setting. Dip cut-up chicken pieces in buttermilk, coating completely. Coat chicken pieces with flour, coating completely. Place chicken in hot oil, adding 1 piece at a time, skin side down, until pan is full. Lightly sprinkle chicken with salt, white pepper and garlic salt, on the top side only. Place lid on pan, but do not cover tightly; tilt lid so as to leave a side gap of about 3/4-inch. Fry chicken until done on

Boil potatoes until tender (about 30-minutes). Drain, peel, and quarter potatoes. Mix together sour cream, dill, bell pepper, celery, onion, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, mix warm potato quarters with dressing. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.

Bodfish Bob's Lime Peanut Dressing 1/2 cup lime juice 3 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons finely chopped unsalted roasted peanuts 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 4 garlic cloves, minced

Stir together all ingredients until blended. Makes 1 cup.

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

Previews of new DVDs

by Sam Struckhoff New DVDs reviewed in this column will be available in stores the week of July 26.

Englishman and the adopted Alsatian that befriends him. Dog lovers and anglophiles will be charmed, children likely will be bored -- the movie isn't made with kids in mind.

"The Blues Brothers" [Blu-ray] (R) PICKS OF THE WEEK - This is probably the most-loved "Source Code" (PG-13) -- After a musical among people who would mysterious bomber destroys a train otherwise have nothing to do with full of innocent people, Capt. Coulter musicals. It's just that cool and infecStevens (Jake Gyllenhaal) has to find tious. The 1980 cult-ruler stars John out who did it and Belushi and Dan how before the next Ackroyd as tight-lipped attack. The title refers ministers of soul music to to the top-secret sci-fi the greater Chicago area. technology that is The film boasts a full being used to place cast of all-star musicians Stevens in the mind of making their way on set one of the deceased for a scene or a song, passengers -- to relive Scene from “My Dog Tulip” including Aretha the last eight minutes Franklin, Ray Charles of the victim's life until he can discover and James Brown. Stuntwork, onethe bomber's identity. liners and comic mischief of the highI know. It sounds a little hokey. est order are present throughout the However, "Source Code" is an intense film, which is peppered with frenzied thriller that respects the strain of susmusical sequences with deep pending that much disbelief, and by Motown and Golden-Age-of-Soul focusing on the action, the drama and roots. the characters, it wields the goofy premise surprisingly well.

TV SHOWS "Stargate Atlantis: Complete Series "My Dog Tulip" (NR) -- This aniGift Set" [Blu-ray] mated movie plumbs the emotional "Dennis The Menace: Season Two" depths of coming to love a dog -- not "Conan The Adventurer: Season a talking dog mind you, a normal aniOne" mated dog. The embarrassment, "The Herculoids: The Complete aggravation and veterinarian visits Series" are all part of the experience, and "My "Best of Cheaters, Vol. 3" Dog Tulip" doesn't leave out any of it.

"American Metal: Classic Car The movie is based on the 1956 Commercials" memoir by J.R. Ackerly and brings a touching look at the 14-year relationship between a middle-aged c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

Valley history: Hanning Flat Hanning Flat, the big empty bald spot that can be seen on the north side of the lake near Robinson Cove, has a history that many current Kern River Valley residents may not be aware of.

Hanning Flat is now the site of the KMAK model airplane flying field and the Junior Pheasant Hunt, but it has an earlier history that involves bootlegging liquor, and that is how it got its name. The king of the local moonshiners during Prohibition was Don Hanning.

The success of a moonshine operation depended on a lot of things, but one of the most important was not being discovered, and Don Hanning had a genius for picking remote sites for his stills. His main operation in the valley was hidden away at the upper end of the canyon now known as Hanning Flat.

Don chose the location because anyone approaching had to travel across the open canyon floor for almost a mile, which gave the lookouts plenty of time to give a warning.

Another reason that Don chose the site at that location was because everything necessary for a moonshine operation was right there. A nearby spring provided plenty of good water, there was a healthy stand of oak to fire the boilers, and many large cottonwood trees that kept the still hidden from all sides.

The most important ingredient in making moonshine whiskey was fresh, white corn. A bushel of white corn produced about three quarts of whiskey.

Legend has it that the A. Brown flour mill in Weldon, which was just over the hill from Hanning's Flat, was used at night to grind the corn for Don's stills.

Don Hanning's Flat produced about 2,000 gallons of whiskey a month. He sold some to small distributors like Dave Yarbrough, who bottled it in halfpints and pints for resale. Dave cut the fine whiskey even further, using distilled water, and sometimes a little tobacco juice to add a little extra zing. He sold his product at the local dances on Saturday nights for as much as $1 for a half-pint.

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Local fisherman doubly blessed Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier columnist

My good friend Jack Bonham and his brother Charlie went up Tuesday and told me that fishing As I completed this week's was amazing. They are catch and column, the thought occurred to release anglers so they didn't me that we are a hurt the numbers. very lucky group I would like to acknowledge to live in the the guys at the Hatchery for Kern River keeping our creeks, steams and Valley and if you river full of trout for our enterare a fisherman tainment. The lake is doing well we are doubly even though the level is on the blessed. We move. Lots of crappie are holdhave the creeks ing in the trees, the cats are in the high counbeing found on the sandy flats try, the Upper and some of the bass are still and Lower Kern Mencarini spawning. I hope that all the River and Lake swimmers in the coves and Isabella, along with breathtaking sandy places where the bass views. All of this within minutes spawn have not damaged the of our community. years spawn. I guess it is what it Ok, let's is. The talk fishing. shore fishThe Upper ing is where “The Upper and Lower Kern are and Lower you find Kern are them these bursting at the seams ” bursting at days, don't the seams --Mike Mencarini waste a lot with better of time in than catchone place, able rainand keep bows. Everyone whom I have moving until you find em. talked to has had nothing but Mike Mencarini is a Wofford praise for the quality of fishing, Heights resident and a volunteer even with the lighter flows. Lloyd at the Kern River Fish Hatchery.

Meadow (Bone Creek, Dry For questions or comments you Meadow, Lower Peppermint, can reach him through the Kern etc.). All these creeks are overRiver Courier, office@kernriverflowing with catchable rainbows. courier.com.

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CLEAR continued from page 1 and remove large rocks.

Frenes said, "Crews have already removed and cleared over 800 trees from the (local) trails and roads and we will most likely be removing close to 1,300 by the time we are done." The record high numbers of downed trees this year are due to the wet winter with heavy snowfall saturating the ground coupled with windy conditions. Forest visitors should take care, as trees could still fall.

By the Fourth of July holiday, Frenes' crews, with assistance from firefighting personnel, were able to open only 50% of the OHV trails in the mountains. Some trails are still inaccessible to clear at higher elevations due to snow.

For updates and current conditions on the local roads and trails, please call the Forest Service office in Kernville at (760) 376-3781 or the Lake Isabella office at (760) 379-5646.

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The Breckenridge, Fulton and Los Padres Hotshot crews, along with Helicopter 523, took suppression action on the remaining two fires, the Bloom fire (20 acres) within the Domeland Wilderness area and the Taylor fire (1/10th acre) in the southern area of the West Plateau, just west of the Domeland Wilderness boundary.

Smoky conditions in the valley may continue if the weather pattern remains the same.

(The Forest Service’s Cindy Thill wrote much of this story.)

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Forest Service District Fire Management Officer Mike Ryan said, "The fires are monitored closely; if they begin to pose problems, they are treated as wildland fires and suppression work begins immediately.”

Firefighters from Kernville are monitoring the fires. The potential for spread remains low due to the location of the fires and wet fuels.

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Courier chuckle of the week: “Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so.�

Douglas Adams

See Page 10 for answers to puzzles

Salome’s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You face the possibility of raising your relationship to another level.

However, your partner might demand that you make promises for which you're not sure you're ready.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) As changes continue, expect things to get a little more hectic at your workplace. An unexpected travel opportunity could open new career prospects.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Confront the person who caused your hurt feelings and demand a full explanation for his or her actions. You'll not only recover your self-esteem, but you'll also gain the respect of others.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) That personal problem in the workplace is compounded by someone's biased interference. Stand your ground, and you'll soon find allies gathering around you.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You don't accept disapproval easily. But instead of hiding out in your den to lick your wounded pride, turn the criticism into a valuable lesson for future use.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) That former friend you thought you'd cut out of your life is still affecting other relationships. Counter his or her lies with the truth. Your friends are ready to listen.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) What

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appears to be an unfair situation might simply be the result of a misunderstanding. If you feel something is out of balance, by all means, correct it.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A stalled relationship won't budge until you make the first move. Your partner offers a surprising explanation about what got it mired down in the first place.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A co-worker shares some startling news, but before you can use it to your advantage, make sure it's true.

The weekend favors family matters.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your usual conservative approach to family situations might not work at this time. Keep an open mind about developments, and you might be pleasantly surprised.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Plans might have to be put on hold because of a family member's problems. Don't hesitate to get involved.

Your help could make all the difference.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Relationships in the home and in the workplace need your careful attention during this period. Be careful not to allow misunderstandings to create problems.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have a keen, insightful intellect and enjoy debating your views with others who disagree with you. You also love to solve puzzles -- the harder, the better. c) 2011King Features Synd., Inc.

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Trivia Test

By Fifi Rodriguez 1. PHILOSOPHY: "Moderation in all things" is attributed to which Roman dramatist?

2. HISTORY: The Russo-German NonAggression Pact of 1939 helped pave the way for what major historical event?

3. ASTRONOMY: Ganymede is the largest moon of what planet?

4. WORLD LEADERS: A prince or king called a "maharajah" likely would be found in which country?

5. GEOGRAPHY: What country is nearest to the Gulf of Carpentaria?

Answers:

1. Terence 2. World War II 3. Jupiter 4. India 5. Australia

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Health Insurance Matters

‘Guaranteed issue’ has problems Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist

This is a great concept. Just go online, pick up the phone or drop by your local insurance office and buy health insurance. There will be no medical questions on the application. I wonder what the cost of this type of pie-inthe-sky policy would cost?

Probably over a thousand dollars a month for a 25Harry Thal year-old, as it is currently in many East Coast states where there are no health questions.

However, the Obama health care law doesn't take effect until January 2014. And how would this law keep the cost of insurance reasonable? Simple, they would require everyone to buy insurance now, while they are healthy (or not).

Jim and Judy just moved to the Kern River Valley from Washington State. The have bought a business.

They have some medical issues and their application for individual medical insurance was declined. Their former employer's Washington State COBRA health plan wasn't portable, so they are will be out of coverage soon. As business owners, they are eligible to secure an employer sponsored group health plan, providing they offer benefits to all their employees. As they are presently the only two employees,

this is not a problem. The new group insurance company must accept them under AB 1672, legislation passed several years ago.

Because they will have uninterrupted coverage, all pre-existing conditions will be covered on the new health plan.

Richard, age 25, has tried to buy health insurance for almost a year.

All the insurance companies have turned him down due to his health problems. His employer doesn't offer insurance as a benefit, and Richard fears that he may someday need health care which he can't afford. Through federal funding, part Obama’s health care plan, Richard can apply for the California PCIP (Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan). When approved, he will have benefits which will provide care as well as prescription drugs.

So, Virginia, there really is a Santa Claus. There is no need to take risks and run around without health insurance today, as there are options available until the new laws take effect on Jan. 1, 2014. As the actual shape of the regulations is still debated, Americans can have immediate coverage.

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

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Hospital lists accomplishments Kern River Courier

Kern Valley Hospital recently released a list of some of its accomplishments in 2010-2011.

• A donation of $135,000 from the Auxiliary was used to install Medication Adminstration cabinets in the Emergency Department and Acute Care areas.

• The Auxiliary provided funds for a fiber-optic laryngoscope for surgery and the Emergency Department.

• A brand new 16-slice CAT Scanner from Siemens Medical was installed.

• An electronic Medicare MSP billing program was installed to expedite payments for submitted claims.

• The Treatment Authorization Request process was streamlined.

• The retail pharmacy installed a new server and upgraded the workstations for the installation and implementation of OpusTouch.

• Improvements were made in the laundry department with a new front-load washer and in the

housekeeping department with a new carpet extractor.

• The Skilled Nursing Facility introduced the Dakim Computer system for residents to assist in cognitive retention.

• A Telemedicine system was implemented with the delivery of psychiatric evaluation and consultation for Skilled Nursing Facility residents in need.

• A Telepsych program was developed for the Rural Health Clinic to improve access for patients to speak with the psychiatric team.

• A training program for SNF staff in restorative nursing care was completed.

• All Registered Nurses in the facility are now qualified for Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

• A dedicated Triage Nurse has decreased waiting times in the Emergency Department.

• Active participation in the county-wide STEMI and Stroke Center initiatives has improved transfer times.

• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training was started for all Emergency Department staff and all first responders.

Our Valley, Our Earth

Fewer islands in Atlantic Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist

This picture is of the Atlantic Basin.

Notice the lack of archipelagos and island chains as compared to the Pacific and Asian Basins of the last two weeks. Why is that, you wonder?

This is the reason that I am undertaking this study – for the readers. As we develop the causes and effects of why there are fewer islands here, I believe that you will gather in more knowledge and understanding that will strengthen the concepts that we have discussed in the past.

My goal is

to give you a better grasp and appreciation of the theory of Global Plate Tectonics.

Until next week...

Ron Bolyard

Ron Bolyard is a retired geologist and has developed an “acute interest” in the geology of the southern Sierra Nevada since he moved here in 1999.

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Things I Have Noticed...

Waiting in line is a pain Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

I don't know how or when my angst towards lines started. But I noticed that it really flared up when I joined the Navy. From the day I enlisted until the day I was discharged, I had to stand in a line for everything. I stood in line to get my uniform, I stood in Middleworth line to go to the head, to go to the mess hall, to go to the base movies, to go on liberty, to get a haircut, to see the paymaster, and so much more. After four years of standing in untold thousands of lines, I walked away with my discharge papers in hand (for which I also stood in line) and I said to myself, "Self, never stand in a line again." Self admitted to self that it would be hard to keep that promise but self would try.

The day after separation, my first encounter with a civilian line was waiting to get into a theater showing a really great movie called "River of No Return" starring Marilyn Monroe and Robert Mitchum. As my wife and I stood there I realized that I was in a long line and there I was, waiting. I told wife, forget it, so we pulled out of

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Lange gets award at Bishop Mule Days Mike Devich Kern River Courier

Valley resident Ann Lange won a special honor when she attended the Bishop Mule Days celebration recently. Lange was chosen as "Best Friend of the Packers."

One big thing at Bishop Mule Days is to show off a person’s ability to pack a mule. Big points are awarded for knowing how to properly set a pack and get everything battened down correctly.

Lange definitely has the skills for that. She has been active on the local trails for many years as a menber of the Backcountry Horsemen of America, along with her husband, veterinarian Detlev Lange.

They have logged many hours on the local trails, clearing and documenting them.

Ann Charlton Lange and twin brother Andy "Biff" Charlton were raised on Rankin Ranch in Walker Basin. They were introduced to horses and

mules at a very early age. By the time they were six or seven years old, they regularly participated in ranching activities of gathering and sorting cattle and branding calves.

After college, she convinced her husband to move to Southlake. There they established a veterinary practice 46 years ago and still own and operate Kern Valley Veterinary Clinic in Southlake.

Now in their 70s, they continue to work as a team packing in supplies for summer trail crews and maintaining trails.

Ann Lange said, "Nothing is more rewarding than watching a string of five or six mules working together as they are trained to do. It is an expression of our American heritage, representing our historic and cultural past, and deserves protection as living history. That kind of protection can only be perpetuated on wilderness lands.”

(Thanks to Jennifer Rozier of McGee Creek Pack Station north of Mammoth for much of this story.)

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices 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 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: Amber Seigel. This statement filed on 06/16/2011.

Expires 06/16/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-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, AuditorController-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, Auditor-Controller-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, Auditor-Controller-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, Auditor-Controller-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 fic-

titious 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: Julie White.

This statement filed on 06/23/2011.

Expires 06/23/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-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.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Bows N Spurs Designs (2011 - B3812) Street address of principal place of business: 3812 Paseo Airosa, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 3812 Paseo Airosa, Bakersfield, CA 93311.

REGISTRANTS: Roshelle Silva, 3812 Paseo Airosa, Bakersfield, CA 933ss and Vicky Arreola, 6912 Katherine Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91405. B - General Partnership. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000.

Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Roshelle Silva. This statement filed on 06/17/2011.

Expires 06/17/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier July 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Hedges Racing (2011 - B3801) Street address of principal place of business: 5609 Hooper, Weldon, CA 93283.

Mailing address of business: PO Box

23, Weldon, CA 93283.

REGISTRANT: John Hedges, 5609 Hooper, Weldon, CA 93283. 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: John Hedges. This statement filed on 06/16/2011. Expires 06/16/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier July 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Adwest (2011 - B3986) Street address of principal place of business: 8517 Bellows Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 8517 Bellows Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93311.

REGISTRANTS: Bruce Moreno, 8517 Bellows Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93311 and Wendy Moreno, 8517 Bellows Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93311. H - CoPartners. 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: Bruce Moreno. This statement filed on 06/28/2011.

Expires 06/28/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Medina. Published by the Kern River Courier July 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Garden Community Fellowship (2011 B4147) Street address of principal place of business: 1789 Bodfish Canyon Road, Bodfish, CA 93205. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 429, Bodfish, CA 93205. REGISTRANT: Assembly of God of Harbor City, 25401 South Western Avenue, Lomita, CA 90717. F - Corporation. 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: Phillip E. Burgess, Senior Pastor. This statement filed on 07/07/2011. Expires 07/07/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk.

By M. Medina.

Published by the Kern River Courier July 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: SA Recycling (2011 - B3919) Street address of principal place of business: 1643 Glenwood Street, Delano, CA 93215. Mailing address of business: 3200 East Frontera Street, Anaheim, CA 92806.

REGISTRANT: SA Recycling, LLC, 3200 East Frontera Street, Anaheim, CA 92806. D Limited Liability Company. 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: George Adams, President/CEO. This statement filed on 06/23/2011.

Expires 06/23/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier July 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Del Taco 1082 (2011 - B3795) Street address of principal place of business: 5941 South Dennis McCarthy Drive, Lebec, CA 93243. Mailing address of business: 1040 North Benson Avenue, Upland, CA 91786. REGISTRANT: QuickBites, Inc., 1040 North Benson Avenue, Upland, CA 91786. F Corporation. 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: Ayed Y. Ireifej, Secretary/Treasurer. This statement filed on 06/16/2011.

Expires 06/16/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier July 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 2011.

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