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No contest for weeks activities Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier This week brings plenty of activities to do in the Kern River Valley. On Saturday, bring fido on down to the Ladies of the Elks Dog Show. Come and enter your dog in one of the many categories, or just come and have a bite to eat and watch the fun. If volunteerism is what your looking for you can participate in the Upper Kern River Clean Up on Saturday. Wednesday, you can wet your pants on one of two trips at the annual Whitewater Wednesday. If you prefer dry land on Wednesday plan to attend the informative Ray of Hope luncheon in Wofford Heights. See the Calendar for information.

Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier As of June 5, the George Fire at Freeman Creek Giant Sequoia Grove, Giant Sequoia National Monument, Sequoia National Forest has burned 1,800 acres and was 35% contained. No structures have been destroyed. The fire started on June 1. Most of the fire activity is occurring in rugged terrain within the Golden Trout Wilderness Area, fire crews are hiking and being flown into the fire by helicopter. Several road, campgrond and trail closures are in effect. Contact the Forest service before traveling to the area.

Mick Gleason, retired commander of China Lake, was the top vote getter in the much watched and hotly contested First District Supervisor race, much to the disappointment of Kern Valley political watchers, who had hoped that the Kern River Valley would be represented at the Board of Supervisors. There was some consolation, because the second spot went to Roy Ashburn, former First District Supervisor, former State Assemblyman and former State Senator, who campaigned that he is a friend of the Kern River Valley because of his previous First District service. Kern Valley residents Daures Stephens, retired Senior Deputy Sheriff and Dave Freeland,

Is your favorite canine companion the cutest in the Valley? Or is it the furriest? Does it have the longest ears, or maybe the shortest tail? The Kern River Valley Ladies of the Elks are hosting their 5th annual Dog Show at the Elks’ Picnic Area behind the Elks’ Lodge, 6708 Wofford Blvd., in Wofford Heights, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 9. The public (and pooches) are welcome. Registration begins at 10 a.m. inside the gate. There is a $5 entry fee. Proceeds from this show support the Kern River Valley Elks’ people

No. 2358 scholarship fund. Barbecued hot dogs and hamburgers will be available before the judging begins. Dogs will be judged in multiple categories from “cutestt” to “most spots.” Winners can be photographed with their award following the judging. Raffle prizes and a silent auction add to the fun and excitement. Feel free to bribe the judges at any time before or during the show. Multiple bribes are welcome. (Bribing after the show is pointless, but still Pam Stewart/Kern River Courier allowed.) The prizes, acCasca, a Pitbull Terrier, belonging cording to show co-chair, Pat Terrell, “are dog-gone to Jeff Yothers of Lake Isabella great!” won "Most Handsome" in 2011

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Joey Poindexter, 11 and his brother, Zacory Rakow, 12 from Onyx look on as Don Corum from San Diego assembles his 48% scale model airplane at the Kern valley Airport on Saturday. This was the first flight for the 4 cylinder model aircraft.

Saturday low 54° Mostly clear

reward offered Secret Witness Program Special to the Courier

The Secret Witness Program is offering a reward of up to $20,500 for information leading to the arrest of the suspect or suspects responsible for the attempted murder of a CHP officer near Lake Isabella Composite suspect. on May 6. Anyone sketch. with information is urged to call the Kern County Sheriff's Office at 661-861-3110 or the Secret Witness line at 661-322-4040. Steps are taken to ensure caller anonymity. fun & games

Friday low 55° Mostly clear Saturday high 84° Sunny

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retired US Forest Service District Ranger, came in third and fourth, showing that Kern Valley candidates can garner votes from throughout District One. The Kern County Elections office unofficial results show that Gleason received 5485 votes, 29.09%, Ashburn 3102 votes, 16.91%. Stephens netted 2596 votes, 14.15% and Freeland received 2101 votes, 11.45%. The other 1st District candidates, Sam Ramirez of Delano, won 1999 votes, 10.90% and Marshall "Chip" Holloway former mayor of Ridgecrest got 1481 votes, 8.07%. Heidi Carter Escudero of Bakersfield, got 792 votes 4.32%, and Kern Valley resident Deborah Hess 740 votes, 4.03%. The run-off election is scheduled to take place as part of the Presidential Election on November 6.

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Serving the Kern River & Isabella Lake Communities

George Fire claims 1,800 acres to date

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Bodfish Bob grills up some Summer grub.

Mike Mancarini “shore” likes fishing.

kern river water data: Wednesday 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 208,835 acre-feet Reservoir peak 220,365 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Kern Inflow at Kernville 647 cfs (5-hr avg.) Lower Kern Outflow 1152 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 474 cfs Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.

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Editors, Writers Michael Batelaan, Pam Stewart, Mike Devich

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Columnists Mike Mencarini Matt Freeman Jack Duitsman Clarence Semonious Dave Ramsey

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, Lake Isabella. 760-4172272. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers and Hot Rods, Senior Center, Sierra Vista Restaurant, 16575 Hwy 178, Weldon. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Rd., Kernville 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Rod Middleworth Bodfish Bob Richard Rowe Harry Thal

Photographers Michael Batelaan Contributing Photographers Murdoc Douglas, Jack Robson, Frances Bowman Ad Production Michael Batelaan Advertising Sales Valerie Minoux, Sara Wakeman Business Office Sara Wakeman Distribution Ron Benson Webmaster Mike Ludiker 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. The Kern River Courier is 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 and publish all submissions both in print and Internet online publications. The entire contents of the Kern River Courier are copyright ©2012. Reproduction in whole or in part of print and Internet online publications 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. 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 views expressed in the letters to the editor within this paper and Internet online publications are not necessarily the views of this paper, nor those of the staff. 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. All submissions Advertising, editorial, letters, photography and the entire content of Kern River Courier publications are subject to publish both in print and Internet online publications.

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■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Center, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 5 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Centennial Group, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m. Poker Pool 3p.m., Dinner 5-7 p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. Pot Luck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discusion, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.

Sundays

■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, public. welcom. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394. ■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise Cove Restaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112. ■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Mondays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, Lakeridge Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206. ■ 2 - 3 p.m., Hospice Grief Support Group, 6040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760379-7312. ■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 760-379-3394. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. ■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-3797312.

Tuesdays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 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, Lake Isabella. 760-3792556. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-376-4249. ■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District.

Nuui Cunni Farmers Market June 9 The Kern River Paiute Council invites you to visit the Nuui Cunni Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for your fruit and produce needs. Local honey, fresh eggs, healing native plant salves and teas, plus locally grown produce. The market is located at 2600 Highway 155 between Lake Isabella and Wofford Heights at the French Gulch Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella (760) 760-379-1830. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606. ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church, 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112

Wednesdays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-3799921. ■ 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 Church, 760-3792556. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3795236. ■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394. ■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle, Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-4249. ■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 5:30 p.m., Weight Watchers, Weldon Methodist Church. 760-267-4693. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Room, Lake Isabella. 760-3795086. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA book study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-3797312. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts.

Thursdays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 9:30 a.m. (2nd Thu.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Rm. 1, Lake Isabella. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, Lake Isabella Library. 760-379-2303. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760-379-3877. ■ 4:30 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republicans of Kern Valley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-376-1462. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, Ewing’s restaurant, Kernville. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 6 p.m. Alano Club, NA book study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

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■ Friday, noon, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa ■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, 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.

Forest Service Recreation Area. For more information please contact the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center 760-549-0800. Lakeshore Farmers Market June 9 Hosted by the Kern Valley Growers Association, this Market features locally grown certified fruit, produce, eggs and honey, along with certified organic produce from various organizations and shade grown, organic coffee, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market is at the Lakeshore Lodge, 7466 Wofford Blvd. in Wofford Heights. EBT/SNAP/CalFresh cards are accepted. For information call David Dills 760-8127833. KRV Ladies of the Elks dog show June 9 The public (and pooches) are welcome. Registration begins at 10 a.m. inside the gate. There is a $5 entry fee (max. of 3 categories). Proceeds from this show support the Kern River Valley Elks’ No. 2358 scholarship fund. Barbecued hot dogs and hamburgers will be available before judging begins. Dogs will be judged in multiple categories from “cutest” to “most spots.” Winners can be photographed with their award following the judging. Smokey Bear, raffle prizes and a silent auction add to the fun. The Elks Lodge Picnic Area is behind the lodge at 6708 Wofford Heights Blvd. (next to the Reel Cinema), Wofford Heights. For information call Pat Terrell, event cochair, 760-376-6475 or email ptscrzn @mchsi.com. Upper Kern River clean-up day June 9 Volunteer to help keep the Upper Kern River clean. Meet at 9 a.m. at Corral Creek Day Use Area. Wear outdoor clothing, boots, hat, gloves and bring water. Trash bags will be supplied and lunch will be provided. For further information call Cheryl Bauer at 760-376-3781 x630, e-mail cabauer@fs.fed.us or call Debbie Campbell at 760-376-1815, e-mail dcambpbell@clmservices.com. Veterans of Foreign Wars breakfast June 10 Have breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 10 at the Kern River Valley VFW Post 7665 Hall, 2811 Nugget Ave. (behind McDonald’s), in Lake Isabella. The second Sunday of every month features Eggs Benedict. For information call 760379-3877. Kernville Chamber Member Spotlight June 11 Frandy Park will host the June Member Spotlight on Monday, June 11 at 5 p.m. The park is located at 11252 Kernville Road, Kernville, on the Kern River. A main dish will be provided and pot luck side dishes are welcome. Don’t miss this party on the river. Please RSVP to the Kernville Chamber, 760376-2629. Supervisor’s rep holding office hours June 12 Lori Acton, Field Representative for First District Supervisor Jon McQuiston, will hold office hours Tuesday, June 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is available to meet with walk-in constituents. For more information, call 760-549-2068. New Bike Plan public workshop June 12 Kern Council of Governments is hosting a public workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. in Bakersfield to review the Draft Bicycle Master Plan and Complete Streets Recommendations for Kern County developed by Alta Planning + Design. The plan recommends improved bicycle and pedestrian facilities and programs to be implemented over the next 20 years and calls for more than 550 miles of bikeways and bike lanes. The last Kern County Bicycle Facilities Plan (adopted October 2001) only showed a 0.6 mile bike lane in the KRV. On June 5, the draft plan should be posted to http://kerncountybikeplan.com/. Comments can be provided via that website until Friday, July 6. The plan is scheduled to be adopted in September. The workshop loca-

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required to purchase the Forest Service/Kinsail “Southern Sierra Pass.” Earlier this year, the 9th Circuit Court ordered Forest Service officials to stop charging HIRA Peter Wiechers Wiechers access fees. The Kernville court told the Forest I would expect that many Kern Valley Service that they could charge for use of residents have received news of the developed campgrounds, developed Sequoia National Forest’s website now picnic areas and similar developed allowing people to buy and print areas, but they could not charge somebody simply for “Southern Sierra” being near such a passes on line. place. Clicking on the Because NRFs have no legal To circumvent Sequoia’s link for this will take you to standing they don’t have to be paid... the court’s ruling, Forest Service offithe Kinsail - Wiechers cials in Washington Corporation, a D.C. have instituted public lands user fee pay site based in the U.S. Virgin a system whereby they no longer issue citations to those refusing to pay their Islands. Their Sequoia National Forest pay- illegal HIRA fees (because a citation can ment page falsely gives the impression be challenged in court). Instead, they that fees must be paid to visit any part of have contrived something called a the Sequoia National Forest. There’s no “Notice of Required Fee” or NRF. doubt that a system of nationwide entry Because NRFs have no legal standing fees is the eventual goal of the Forest they don’t have to be paid. And they Service bureaucracy, but for the time cannot be challenged in court. In doing this Forest Service officials being, enactment of such a scheme remains illegal. In fact, anyone visiting are fully aware that most people will the Lake Isabella Highend Tax treat a NRF as a citation and pay what Recreation Area whether in a self-con- they’ve been duped into believing is a tained motor home, or simply driving in fine, for having done something which and taking the dog for a walk, is not is neither wrong nor illegal.

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Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist If there ever was a reason for me to admit that I’m entering the twilight years of my life, it’s when I start to look for things I’ve misplaced. Sometimes the Middleworth loss is within an hour of the time I put it (whatever “it” is) down, (where ever “down” is). My worst offense is my glasses. Because of recent cataract surgery, I no longer need glasses for distance. But I do need them for reading. While waiting for surgery on the other eye, I bought some of those eye glasses available on a rack in Rite-Aid. Because I only wear them for reading, I am constantly taking them off and laying them somewhere. “Somewhere” is the key word, and when I go to find the glasses, I have no recollection of where I left them. It could be the garage, the car, the workshop, the house or the tool shed. Yesterday I spent almost an hour trying to find the darn glasses and finally I gave up. I told my wife that I was desperate and asked if she could help me find them. She looked at me and said, “What are those things tucked into your shirt?” Yep, there they were. After 58

years of marriage, I should have gone to her first, but I still have my pride. Tools are another item that I’m constantly losing. For instance, my favorite tool store is Harbor Freight. A few weeks ago I was wandering down an aisle there and saw an angle drill on sale. I always wanted one and so I bought it. When I got home and looked for a place to store it, I opened a tool cabinet and found a place to keep the drill -- right next to an exact duplicate I bought several months ago, never used and forgot I had. Fortunately, Harbor Freight has an easy return policy. Losing the car keys, or any key for that matter, has become a game between me, the keys and my wife. I don’t look for them until the last minute and then I go stomping around the house looking any place I might have been the last time I used the keys. Generally they’re found by my wife who looks for them in places I have already looked and couldn’t see. And so it goes. I remember things from 30 years ago with clarity, but can’t remember what I had for dinner last night. So as I enter my twilight years I’m looking for that magic flashlight, the one that’s strong enough to help me find things I’ve lost. Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program.

Edison EAF Program scheduled to start Edison Energy Assistance Fund Program is scheduled to start Monday, June 11. Families or individuals may inquire as to eligibility at The Community Christian Service Center, 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella on Monday or Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by calling The Salvation Army at 760379-4600. There is limited funding available, but if you are having a problem paying your bills, the Edison EAF program may be able to pay up to $100 toward a current unpaid Edison bill. Households that are all electric and listed as such with SCE, may receive up to $200, toward an unpaid SCE bill. To apply you must have the following documentation: ■ A current unpaid SCE bill in your name. ■ Proof of the income for everyone living in your household. ■ All documentation must be 30-day current. The EAF program may end without notice and/or when funds are no longer available.

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Recently obtained information could open a new opportunity for a change. But temper your impatience and act on it only when all the facts are made available. TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) You’re moving into a more active cycle. So put your ideas back on the table, where they’ll be given the attention they deserve. Expect a favorable change in your love life. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A friend might ask for a favor that you feel would compromise your values. Confront him or her and explain why you must say no. A true friend will understand. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A relationship continues to develop along positive lines. Meanwhile, a brewing job situation could create complications for one of your pet projects. Look into it right away. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Your interest in a coworker’s project could lead to a profitable experience for you both. But before you agree to anything, be sure to get all your I’s dotted and T’s crossed. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Be careful whose counsel you take about a possible long-distance move. Some advice might not necessarily be in

your best interest. Stay focused on your goals. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Someone might try to complicate efforts in an attempt to work out that confusing job situation. But don’t let that keep you from sticking with your decision to push for a resolution. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) A disagreement on how to handle a family problem could create more trouble for all concerned. Look for ways to cool things down before they boil over. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) An unexpected change in long-standing workplace procedure and policy could provide a new career target for the Archer to aim at. Start making inquires. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You’re finally able to get back into the swing of things, as those temporary doldrums lift. Expect some surprising disclosures from a new colleague. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Rely on your sense of justice to see you through a dilemma involving a family member. Other relatives who’ve stood back will come forward as well. PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) A new friend seems to be pushing you into taking risks — financial or otherwise. Best advice: Don’t do it. She or he might have a hidden agenda that hasn’t surfaced yet. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez

1. TELEVISION: What was the name of Tonto’s horse in the series “The Lone Ranger”? 2. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What was the country of origin for the pop group The Bay City Rollers? 3. COMICS: In the “Archie Comics,” Archie Andrews has a hard time choosing between two young ladies. What are their names? 4. INVENTIONS: What did Leonard A. Fish and Robert P. Cox patent in 1972 that was described as a “foamable resinous composition” that was propelled from a can? 5. LITERATURE: What futuristic novel’s first line reads, “It was a pleasure to burn”? 6. MUSIC: What kind of instrument does musician Chuck Mangione play?

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1. Scout 2. Scotland 3. Betty and Veronica 4. Silly String 5. “Fahrenheit 451” 6. Flugelhorn

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Big Miracle” (PG) — This based-on-a-true-story family flick tells the tale of three trapped whales and the people who come together to save them. A likable young TV reporter in small-town Alaska (John Krasinksi) finds out about a family of whales stuck under the ice, cut off from the ocean. What starts as a local news piece becomes a story watched by the whole nation as an activist (Drew Barrymore) and many others (it’s a big cast) get involved. Krasinski brings his “Jim” from “The Office” charm, and helps keep the movie light. It is, after all, a movie set in the real world — where saving the whales requires help from such cynical sources as politicians and oil executives. The balance between reality and feel-good is impressive, and successfully delivers the warm, fuzzy feeling. “Wanderlust” (R) — Linda (Jennifer Anniston) and George (Paul Rudd) are a Manhattan couple frayed and overpressured by the big city life. When George loses his job, the couple decide to pack it in and start over somewhere else. On their way to Atlanta, they stumble upon Elysium, a sort of hippie commune full of friendly weirdos who

invite the couple to stay. The bottom line is this: David Wain writes, directs and edits funny things. He has many funny friends whom he casts in his movies, Paul Rudd, and they usuJennifer Aniston ally give great in “Wanderlust” performances. His works usually fall in with the absurd, subversive and cultish, but this film is aimed at a slightly broader audience. “Wanderlust” (which he directed and co-wrote) isn’t his finest work, but it certainly produces laughs. “Jeff Who Lives at Home” (R) — Jeff (Jason Segal) is 30, lives in his mother’s basement and doesn’t have much besides a firm belief in destiny. His older brother, Pat (Ed Helms), has a wife (Judy Greer), a job and an unimpressive place to live. While running an errand for their mother, Jeff gets caught up in Pat’s neurotic plot to catch his wife cheating. An awkward, funny, authentic story comes together over the rest of that day. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob medium heat until heated through (8 to 10 minutes). Bodfish Bob‘s Spam Foil Dinner on the Grill 1/4 cup brown sugar 8 new potatoes, sliced 1/4" 1/4 cup beer 2 cups carrots, sliced 1/4" 1/4 cup mustard 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1/2 tsp celery seed 12-oz can SPAM, cut into 12 slices

Bodfish Bob‘s Summer Skillet Supper 2 T butter 12-oz can Spam 6 medium new potatoes 16-oz can whole tomatoes, sliced 1/8" 1 tsp basil 3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 tsp oregano 1/4 tsp pepper 1 large onion, thinly sliced In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add potatoes. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tender (6 to 8 minutes). Add zucchini and onions. Continue cooking until vegetables are crisply tender (3 to 4 minutes). Cut Spam into 6 slices. Halve each slice. Add remaining ingredients. Stir to blend. Cover and cook over

In small bowl combine brown sugar, beer, mustard and celery seed. Divide vegetables and Spam into equal portions, arranging each portion on a 18- by 12-inch piece of foil. Drizzle mustard sauce over each and fold up to form a 5- by 4-inch packet, sealing well. Place over medium hot coals, grilling 45 to 50 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Bodfish Bob‘s Corn Flake Chews 1 c peanut butter 1 c white corn syrup 1 1/2 c granulated sugar 5 c corn flakes Bring sugar and syrup to a boil. Remove from flame. Stir in peanut butter. Pour over corn flakes. Fold and mix. Pat in greased pan. Visit Bodfish Bob on the internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob @hotmail.com

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Fishing this year a shore bet Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier Columnist If follow this column, you will remember that I said it was going to be great year for shore fishing and so far it has been. Obviously I can't cover the whole lake but the North Fork of Isabella has been Mencarini very good to us who fish there. In just the past week there have been at least two bass caught and released over nine pounds.My good friend Jack Bonham shows off his 9+ pound bass and my friend Brad Knowles and yours truly also caught a 9+ pound bass (see next week's Courier for a fun big bass Bonham fish story). All of us have caught multiple smaller bass using everything from minnows for crappie,

to spinner baits to plastic worms. One thing I have noticed this year is the crappie are much bigger on average than in the previous two years although I don't catch as many. I can live with that outcome. Here is another thing that has come to my attention and that is when the crappie are biting they tend not to be finicky. The catfish bite is slow to ok. It should get much better as the temp rises. Here is a tip for catching catfish: a little surface chop is better than a flat lake. If you have not been on or near the lake lately I will tell you that the lake level is going down at a pretty fast rate and we are quickly heading for Is-apuddle Lake. For you creek fisherman the creeks in Lloyd Meadow are not available at this time due to a road closure because of fire. Bone Creek, Nobione creek, Dry Meadow, Lower Peppermint, and Freeman Creek are those affected. Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and a avid fisherman. For questions or comments you can reach him through the Kern River Courier, office@kern rivercourier.com.

Kern River Valley information Emergencies

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Sheriff/CHP Substation 7046 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella Weekdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. business calls only, 760-549-2100

Kern County Fire Stations Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business calls only, 760-376-2219 Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business calls only, 760-379-2626 Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only, 760-378-3055

Kern Valley Hospital Emergency Department McCray & Laurel Mountain Mesa 760-379-2681

Recreation information U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646 Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.

General infomation Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella (across from Senior Center) Local: 760-379-5236 Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads) Local: 760-376-2629 Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE

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Foundations having been a trained firefighter, fire investigator and as such held, at my retirement, the highest state of California certificate; those who The house was reject the Lord’s authority ignore a total loss. It what He has provided. burned to the “For no one can lay a foundation ground. True other than that which is laid, which is enough, as far as it Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 3:11. goes. Everything If your life is a total loss, don’t forcombustible at that get to inspect the foundation of your address burned, life. but we saved the “In the beginning was the Word, foundation may and the Word was with God, and the also be true, but Word was God. He was in the beginSemonious only if the integrity ning with God. All things were made of the concrete was still intact. through him, and without him was Without access not anything to more informade that was mation, one canmade.” John 1:1not define the 3. If your life is a total loss, don’t condition of the “And the Word forget to inspect the foundation of property prior became flesh and your life. to the fire. There dwelt among us, is one source and we have seen - Semonious that, at some his glory, glory as point in the past an authority agreed of the only Son from the Father, full with the builder that it was fit and of grace and truth.” John 1:14. available for human habitation. Eternal fire insurance for your life The name of our house is “Planet is available, prepaid. Be “…like a Earth.” The authority I trust said in man building a house, who dug deep Genesis at least six times that it was and laid the foundation on the rock.” good. Many consider me unqualified Luke 6:48. Say, “…my house, we will to write about house fires, so I speak serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15. Clarence Semonious, Pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

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Everlasting God Jack Duitsman, Pastor Father’s Heart Foursquare Church, Kernville “Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one Duitsman can fathom.” Isaiah 40:28 It is our personal experience where the unfolding of our own history unknown to many or even any is a topsy-turvy ride that rarely settles down long enough for us to catch a breath. And such is the nature of life’s events that seemingly are beyond our reach to affect, for in being alive, we join the living family of humanity that is continually making turbulent history even as we read these words together. Into such a din of circumstance speaks the clarion voice of the Father through passages like Isaiah 40. As is our cry today, so also has been the query of each generation as to where God and His power fits into the picture that is more often than not skewed by the uproarious nature of what is going on in and around us. The above verse is in answer to a question posed in verse 27: “Why do you say, O Jacob, and assert O Israel, ‘My way is hidden

from the Lord and the justice due me escapes the notice of my God?’” This chapter (really worth another read) is filled with a litany of the overarching capacities and power of God, yet as it affected the ongoing plight of His people. No offense intended God, but with all that power at your disposal, might we wonder why You don’t make use of that ability more often in bringing about breakthrough and deliverance for your people? The forbearance of our Heavenly Father in dealing graciously with us is a gift we have difficulty fathoming, and in speaking both tenderly and truthfully, the Father brings assurance to our hearts. What He knows we have great difficulty seeing does not deter Him from working a greater purpose in us than we would ever give place to. How phenomenal that we are loved by the Everlasting God, who in the greatness of His being has declared Himself to be Emmanuel, the God who is with us. May our hearts be strengthened for the journey by the concluding words of this chapter: “He gives strength to the weary, and to him who lacks might He increases power. Though youth grow weary and tired, and vigorous young men stumble badly, yet those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary.” (vv29-31) Blessings in Jesus fellow wayfarers, keep looking up.

Valley places of worship 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. Services: Sun. 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.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. Wed. 5:30 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 10:30 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) 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 8:30 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, Weldon. Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 760-378-4964 Church listings are free. Please contact the Courier office.

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Foundations having been a trained firefighter, fire investigator and as such held, at my retirement, the highest state of California certificate; those who The house was reject the Lord’s authority ignore a total loss. It what He has provided. burned to the “For no one can lay a foundation ground. True other than that which is laid, which is enough, as far as it Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 3:11. goes. Everything If your life is a total loss, don’t combustible at that forget to inspect the foundation of address burned, your life. but we saved the “In the beginning was the Word, foundation may and the Word was with God, and the also be true, but Word was God. He was in the beginSemonious only if the integrity ning with God. All things were made of the concrete was still intact. through him, and without him was Without access not anything to more informade that was mation, one canmade.” John 1:1not define the 3. If your life is a total loss, don’t condition of the “And the Word forget to inspect the foundation of property prior became flesh and your life. to the fire. There dwelt among us, is one source and we have seen - Semonious that, at some his glory, glory as point in the past an authority agreed of the only Son from the Father, full with the builder that it was fit and of grace and truth.” John 1:14. available for human habitation. Eternal fire insurance for your life The name of our house is “Planet is available, prepaid. Be “…like a Earth.” The authority I trust said in man building a house, who dug deep Genesis at least six times that it was and laid the foundation on the rock.” good. Many consider me unqualified Luke 6:48. Say, “…my house, we will to write about house fires, so I speak serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15. Clarence Semonious, Pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

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Auto/Trailer for Sale 1977 Coachman - 29’ bumper pull trailer w/original furniture. “Excellent condition” A/C & fridge are in ex. cond. Original owner owned for 30 yrs. $2,750 obo. (760) 376-2345 Camp Kernville __________________________ 2004 Hyundai Sonata, excellent cond, clean, low mileage, new tires & battery, great engine, $6,500 obo, Call (760) 376-2486 Please leave message.

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So Lake - Mobile Home on 1/2 acre. Clean, well maintained, 1/bd/1ba & study, FP, jacuzzi, built-ins, w/d hkups. Water, yard & cooler maintenance included. $550/mo + dep. No smoking/no pets. 760-549-3373 _________________________ Wofford Heights - 2bd/1ba with fenced yard. $750 per month. For application call (760) 3762436 _________________________ 2Br & 1Ba Duplex in Wofford Hts., GREAT FOR SENIORS, Walking distance to Park and Market, Quiet, Low cost-All Elect. Unit, New Paint, Garage, Fncd Yard, Water Pd, Trash Pd, W/D Hk-up. Extra Clean Unit!! $600/mo. 760-376-6726 __________________________ Wofford Hts - Remodeled 3/bd, 2/ba home in Pala Ranches, w/xtra room under house, mtn view, stove, refrig + w/d hookup, Sec. 8 ok, $1,100/mo + dep. Call 323-447-9140 or 323-969-8061 __________________________ Wofford Heights - 2bd/1ba dbl wide MH with 24x24 garage, on 1 acre, lake view, $750/mo, (805) 375-0047

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Wofford Heights - Sites available in quiet park with lake views, laundry facilities & fish house. $250/mo inclds water & trash. Call Jody @ 760-376-3228

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: PRESERVE THE KERN RIVER VALLEY (2010-B3141) Street address of business: 9617 Fay Creek Ford, Weldon, CA 93283; Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box 1082, Weldon, CA 93283. REGISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Robert Lowe, 9617 Fay Creek Ford, Weldon, CA 93283, Jo Ann Steele, 8300 Fay Ranch Road, Weldon, CA 93283, Ben Rudnick, 300 Doyle Ranch Road, Onyx, CA 93255 and Jacquelin Cole, 15375 Sage Lane, Weldon, CA 93283. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 05/13/2010. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 05/10/2012. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier May 18, 25, June 1 and 8, 2012. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 11-2202 - APN: 212-560-12-00-3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06-132003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On June 13, 2012 at 12:00 pm, Antelope Valley Real Estate Services, a California Corporation as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust recorded 07-182003, as Inst. No. 0203143358 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Kern County, State of California, Executed by Rodney Ellison, a Married man as his sole and separate property, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) at: The main entrance to the Wanda Kirk Library, 3611 Rosamond Blvd., Rosamond, CA 93560. All CASHIER'S CHECKS MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO ADVANCED RECONVEYANCE, INC. All rights, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 21309 Lakeshore Drive, #19, California City, CA 93505. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said Sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated cost, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $19,629.34. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Date: May 14, 2012. Antelope Valley Real Estate Services, As Trustee, Advanced Reconveyance, Inc., As Agent, 43545 17th Street W., Ste 503, Lancaster, CA 93534, 661-945-5525, Vickie Durham, Trustee Sale Officer (Published by the Kern River Courier May 15, 25 and June 1, 2012) NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks

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involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on the notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgages, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 661-945-5525 using the file number 12-2202. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet web site. The best way to verify the postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Bisoos (2012 - B3046) Street address of principal place of business: 5501 Noble Street, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Mailing address of business: 5501 Noble Street, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANT: Magali Lewis, 5501 Noble Street, Bakersfield, CA 93314. 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: Magali Lewis. This statement filed on 05/14/2012. Expires 05/14/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: K. Lopez. Published by the Kern River Courier May 25. June 1, 8 and 15, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Competition Catering (2012 - B3083) Street address of principal place of business: 2837 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 3856, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Janet Driskell, 2837 Irwin Avenue, 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: Janet Driskell. This statement filed on 05/15/2012. Expires 05/15/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier May 25. June 1, 8 and 15, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Dance Xpress (2012 - B2820) Street address of principal place of business: 3000 Mallview Road, Suite A-1025, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address of business: 3000 Mallview Road, Suite A-1025, Bakersfield, CA 93306. REGISTRANTS: Nick Bean, 45922 Carlin Drive, Posey, CA 93260 and Rebecca May-Bean, 45922 Carlin Drive, Posey, CA 93260. I - Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Rebecca L. May-Bean. This statement filed on 05/03/2012. Expires 05/03/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier May 25. June 1, 8 and 15, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Bell Auto Parts (2012 - B3461) Street address of principal place of business: 900 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailing address of business: 900 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. REGISTRANT: William Bell, 904 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 04/01/1997. 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: William B. Bell. This statement filed on 05/31/2012. Expires 05/31/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier June 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Mimi's Gift Shop (2012 - B3136) Street address of principal place of business: 3019 Fordham Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2024. Mailing address of business: 3019 Fordham Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2024.

REGISTRANT: Janet Millard, 3019 Fordham Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2024. 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: Janet Millard. This statement filed on 05/16/2012. Expires 05/16/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: D. Jacobo. Published by the Kern River Courier June 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Sander's Waterproofing (2012 B3440) Street address of principal place of business: 1129 Valencia Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address of business: 1129 Valencia Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306. REGISTRANT: Jeffrey Sanders, 1129 Valencia Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306. 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: Jeffrey Sanders. This statement filed on 05/31/2012. Expires 05/31/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: D. Jacobo. Published by the Kern River Courier June 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2012.

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machinery, tools, exercise equip, household. All cleaned, tested, usable. __________________________________ Annual yard sale @ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Sat, 6/9, 7am-2pm, 377 Hwy 155 (on the hill @ intersection of 155 & 178). â&#x20AC;&#x153;Feeding the Flock 2â&#x20AC;? cookbook is available.

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Internet done right Matt Freeman

Kern River Courier Columnist All of us have heard the statistics time and time again. “The internet is the key to selling your house.” “87 percent of all real estate sales originate on the internet.” “Most people who look on the internet for homes find their agent on the internet as well.” The list goes on and on concerning how important the internet is when it comes to buying or selling a house. And it is true, all of the statistics are true and most people do originate their search for property online. So here is the catch if you are trying to buy or sell a home. Is the agent you are using maximizing the internet? Most real estate agents have some kind of internet presence, be it an email account or even a website. Very few really know what they are doing. Just having a web site that has a list of homes for sale does not mean that you are using the internet as the huge sales tool that it is. Here is the key with the internet: does the website have what

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people are looking for? Simple as that, if a realtor has an internet site that does not quickly solve the buyer’s immediate wants and needs in terms of what they are looking Freeman for on the net that website is useless. If that website cannot be found in the three main search engines in this country which are Google, Yahoo and MSN, that website is useless. So when hiring an agent, make sure they are not just on the net, make sure they are really maximizing the internet. The good ones do, because they know it helps them earn a living and most of all it helps you, the client, get what you need and that is the most important thing. 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.

tion is KernCOG, 3rd floor conference room, 1401 19th St., Suite 300, Bakersfield. For information, call Pete Smith, senior planner, KernCOG 661861-2191 or email psmith@kerncog.org. Whitewater Wednesday June 13 The 25th annual Wet and Wild Whitewater Wednesday is on June 13. Two thrilling trips are offered, one day only. Try the Lickety Split for $30 or Sequoia Splash for $53. Lunch is included. Give this drenching treat to your employees, customers, family and friends. For more information call the Kernville Chamber office at 760-376-2629 or email office@kernvillechamber.org. Ray of Hope cancer luncheon June 13 The Kern Comprehensive Cancer Awareness Partnership (KCCAP), cohosted by the Kern Valley Hospital Foundation, is having a health services program and luncheon starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Family Life Center Gym, at Oak and Panorama, in Wofford Heights. Tickets are $6. For information, call Jeanette Rogers-Erickson at 760-4172555. Lake Isabella bass tournament June 16 Fish a full circuit of American Bass Team Tournaments to qualify to compete in the 2012 American Bass North Team Classic

or any American Bass Team Classic. This is the No. 1 team tournament circuit in the western United States. Each event features great cash paybacks. Call Lissa Robinson at 760-379-7419 for more information and entry fees. Supervisor’s rep holding office hours June 19 Lori Acton, field representative for First District Supervisor Jon McQuiston, will hold office hours Tuesday, June 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is available to meet with walk-in constituents. For more information, call 760-549-2068. Aquatics movie night June 21 The Kern Valley Aquatics program will host a movie night at the pool in Southlake on Thursday, June 21. Call 760-299-2030 or visit the website at www.kvap.org for more information. To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, send the information to us by email or on paper, either in person or by mail (our address is on page 2). Submissions must be received on Tuesday by 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. Listings are printed in chronological order by event date and space available. Submitted items deemed entirely or mostly business advertising will not be accepted. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or www.kern valley.com.

Befire Safe fire Property clearance for fuels reduction work must be completed by June 15th.

Wildfires can be damaging.

It's a clear choice, "Be Fire Wise!!!" State law requires property owners to clear a minimum of 100 feet from any structure.

Homeowners firewise checklist Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier Be fully prepared for a possible wildfire this year. For more tips in these categories, visit www.firesafecouncil.org.The main categories you have to worry about

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are listed here: ■ Construction: For tips on building a fireresistant home, visit the web site. You can also retrofit your home. Enclose or box in the underside of eaves, balconies and above-ground decks with fire resistant materials. ■ Access: Make sure your house number is clear and visible. Make sure dead-end roads, and long

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overhanging your roof. ■ Landscape: Create defensible space, landscape with fire-resistant plants. ■ Emergency water supply: If your water comes from a well, consider an emergency generator Submitted by to operate the Margaret Haase pump during a power failure. ■ Yard: Stack driveways have turnwoodpiles at least around areas wide enough to 30 feet from all structures and accomidate emergency vehicles. remove vegetation within 10 feet ■ Roof: Remove dead branches of piles. Members of the Kern Valley Fire Department and the Sheriff’s Activity League on a recent Chipper Day in Squirrel Valley. The crews mulched more than 21 piles of brush and then joined Squirrel Valley property owners in a barbeque lunch provided by Jim Wyly of Mountain Mesa Market.

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Announcements, Continued from page 3 Anderson at 760-376-3849 or email him at sca_93292@yahoo.com. There will usually be someone at the garden Mondays and Wednesdays about 5:30 p.m. The garden is located right behind the Rodeo Grounds and the Bike Park in Kernville. Stop by and check out a plot or volunteer some time to work in the garden.

Whiskey Flat Days theme ideas sought It’s June and the Kernville Chamber of Commerce needs to get going on the Whiskey Flat Days theme for 2013. The theme is just the beginning. It’s needed

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before an artist’s drawing (logo) to go with it can be commissioned and both of these are needed before the Chamber can begin updating all the many forms that go along with this event. Put on your thinking caps and come up with some ideas. They can be submitted by email, postal mail, or just walk them into the chamber office. The creator of the chosen theme will win some very nice prizes. For mor information, contact Ann Justice, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 397, 11447 Kernville Rd., Kernville, CA 93238, 760-3762629, email: office@kernvillechamber.org.

Docent volunteers needed The Giant Sequoia National Monument Association is in need of volunteers to lead docent tours on the trail of 100 giants this summer and fall. The GSNMA is a nonprofit association that supports the Monument and adjacent areas including the Kern River Valley. The Kern River Valley is a gateway to the Monument and especially to the Trail of 100 Giants. Volunteers from the Kern River Valley not only provide an important service 30 SHOPS IN ONE! to the community and the visitors, but GIFTS ✩ COLLECTIBLES ✩ CRAFT they can also provide information & SEWING SUPPLIES about the Kern River Valley as a gateway to the Monument, where to stay, what to do, where to go. The Monument Association provides a short introduction and training to prepare docents for the guided tours. Leading tours is a lot of fun. It’s a beautiful location to get some exerWednesday, June 13th cise and meet people from all over the 12 to 3pm world. If interested in volunteering, OPEN EVERYDAY 10:00 - 4:00 contact Nancy Pengilly at 559-5391716 or e-mail pengilly@springville 41 Big Blue Road Kernville wireless. com.

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