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Power plant jolts Weldon
Fri.: Sunny, gusty winds, high 61
Planning document reveals plant would be half-mile from school
Sat. night: Clear, low 45.
Kern River Courier
Sun.: Sunny, high 74.
Many valley people were shocked this week when a document appeared on Kern County’s Web site regarding a 500-acre solar power project being planned for Weldon. The proposed power plant would be located on both sides of Highway 178 a half-mile east of South Fork Elementary School, extending south near two housing areas and South Fork Middle School. This planning document was the first most valley people, including anyone at the Courier, had heard about the proposed solar power project. Many residents are wondering why that particular area would be chosen for such a large installation. One reason for the location chosen may be due to the following, listed as an objective in the document: “... Locate solar power plant facilities within 1 mile of existing electrical transmission facilities with available capacity.” Some are also wondering why the public was not notified of a “scoping meeting” happening today at the Kern County Planning Department in Bakersfield.
Sun. night: Mostly clear, low 46
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Isabella Lake Fishing Derby offers $200K in prizes Kern River Courier
If you’re here for the Isabella Lake Fishing Derby, then hopefully you’ve registered at Derby Headquarters at the Moose Lodge in Lake Isabella by Saturday, March 27 at 7 a.m. (they’ll be open early Saturday morning for lastminute registrants.) If you’re registered and ready to go, then you’ll be competing for the 1,000 tagged derby trout that have been planted in the lake. Several of those are worth
big money, like $10,000. Many more are worth smaller amounts. There are also prizes for things like the longest fish. You might be curious to know a few more things about the derby. First of all, it was started in 1989 by a local bank that is now WestAmerica Bank in Lake Isabella. This year is the 21st annual derby. It was taken over some years ago by the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce in Lake Isabella. Their team now runs the derby with scads of volunteers. Over the years many prizes have
been added. The chamber has landed several national sponsors to increase the prizes if their products are used during the derby. If you liked the derby, come back again when things are a little less hectic for a really great fishing experience. There will be plenty of fish to catch. And you’ll just enjoy coming up here to the clear air and the beautiful scenery. There is nothing like dipping your line into the fresh waters of the Kern River Valley early on a cool morning.
Watch your driving in the valley Kern River Courier
If this is your first time in the valley, please remember that the roads up here are antiquated for the most part, and require driving at slower speeds than you may be used to. The history of the roads up here is a long one, dating back to the times before settlers from the United States came exploring. Native Americans were living here in the Kern River Valley for possibly 1,000 years before the coming of American explorers in the mid-1800s. These Native Americans made their own paths and traveling routes. Then gold was discovered in the 1850s and more trails were blazed as prospectors streamed here. Those coming into the valley came over the Greenhorn Mountains (near Wofford Heights), dragging their wagons behind them, or over Walker Pass from the east. Some came from the south, entering the valley through Walker Basin and then
the Havilah area before dropping into the valley over Hooper Hill (in Bodfish). The valley’s road system is descended from that early setup. Some of those roads still exist much as they were (like Sawmill Road). Some have been only slightly reworked. When you drive over Walker Pass, the road still follows much the same path as it did in the 1800s. So does the CalienteBodfish Road (which goes through Havilah to Caliente and Highway 58) and the road over the Greenhorns (Highway 155). The Kern Canyon Road, following the lower river, is a relative newcomer, opened in 1927. The lower part hasn’t changed all that much since then. When you drive around the valley, drive carefully. There is a slower pace of life here. If you’re a slower driver, just pull over and let the speed freaks by – and hope the slow ones pull over and let you by. If not, enjoy the scenery. The Courier wants you to be very careful. We want you to come back.
Vol. 7 No. 8 Lake Isabella’s weekend weather
Fri. night: Clear, breezy, low 42 Sat.: Sunny, high 70
Mon: Sunny, high 74 National Weather Service
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Boyhood airplane experiences recounted by Rod Middleworth.
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Easter services in valley are offered, described.
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Ron Bolyard, geologist, talks about land slumping in an earthquake.
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Book of Golden Deeds nominations needed by KV Exchange Club.
Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 162,976 acre-feet. (Low point was 101,857 ac-ft. Dec. 4. Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit is 360,000 ac.-ft.) Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 1225 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 511 cfs Borel Canal flow 481 Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier
Heather Lewis from Costa Mesa was north of Kernville last week taking pictures of wildflowers with her new camera.
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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The Courier Calendar Isabella Lake Fishing Derby takes place March 27-29 The huge Isabella Lake Fishing Derby takes place March 27-29, with over $200,000 in prizes offered for those registered. Top prizes in the derby this year include eleven tagged trout worth $10,000 and one tagged trout worth $21,000. You must be registered prior to 7 a.m. on Saturday, March 27 to win prizes. Call the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce at (760) 379-5236.
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KRV Garden Group’s Fourth Saturday Garden Tour Mar. 27 Kern River Valley Garden Group’s Fourth Saturday Garden Tour will be Saturday, March 27 from 10am to 1pm at Bill and Kerry Sheffer’s garden at 554 Rim
Regular meetings & activities Fridays
• 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, 417-2272. • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 378-3935. •10-11 a.m.- Grief Support Group, Hoffman Hospice, 6048 Lake Isabella Blvd. 1st and 3rd Fridays. (661) 410-1010. • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - AA, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. • 11 a.m.-3p.m.- Lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394 • 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 • 8 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 3762066.
Saturdays
• 9:30 a.m. Sequoia Amateur Radio Group, Youth Center, Lake Isabella. 2nd Sat. • 9 a.m.- 2 p.m - Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Ctr, French Gulch. 661-978-8712 • 12 p.m.-2 p.m.- Otaku-Kai Japanese anime club, Reel Cinema, Wofford Heights. 2236765. • 3 p.m., KRV CB’ers dinner, Sr Ctr., Lake Isabella, canceled as of 12/06/09. • 3 p.m., Havilah Centennial Group meets, 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.
Mondays
• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 1 p.m. - Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, 3rd Monday. • 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Line dance beginner classes, intermediate and advanced follow at the Senior Center. 379-0043. • 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber of Commerce meets, board 2nd Mon., general membership 4th Mon. 376-2629. • 5-7 p.m. Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 379-3394. • 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meets at Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella, Rm G. 376-4461. • 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844. • 7 p.m. K.V. Rovers meet at Kern Valley Museum, Kernville. 1st Monday. • 7:30 p.m.Al-Anon, KRV Hosp Cafe. Help for families & friends of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.
Tuesdays
• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 9:30-11a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 379-2556. • 10 a.m. KRV Garden Group, 2nd Tues. 379-1129. • 12:30 p.m. Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club,
Road, Bodfish. There is no charge to attend, but please bring a potluck dish to share and your own chair. There will be a raffle. For more information about the group, please call Shirley Real at (760) 379-1129. E. Evans Rd., Wofford Heights. 376-4249. • 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting at cemetery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 3762189. • 2 p.m. - LI-Bodfish Prop. Owners meet at Senior Center. 2nd Tues. (760) 379-1830. • 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets, Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.
Wednesdays
• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Sen. Ctr., 6407 Lk. Isabella Blvd., 379-5831. • 9:30-11 a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Methodist Church, 3792556. • Noon- KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, El Portal II. 2nd Wed, 379-5236. • 12:30 p.m. - Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge Mt. Mesa, 376-4249. • 1:30 - 3 p.m. Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504E L.I. Blvd. • 2- 6 p.m. Dinner at Eagles, Mt. Mesa. Light dinner. Open to public. 379-3394. • 6 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club meets, 631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed. • 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake Isabella Sr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., 3rd Wed. 379-5488. • 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.- Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella dining rm., live band. • 7 p.m. Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts, 376-2410. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066. • 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.
Thursdays
• 9 a.m. to noon - Thursday Painters, Community Room, Senior Center, 379-5329. • 9:30 a.m. - Fire Safe Council, Supervisor McQuiston’s office, Lake Isabella. 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. • 2 p.m.- 8-ball Tournament at Eagles in Mt, Mesa. Open to public. 379-3374. • 5 -7 p.m. - TANF Cultural Night - Native Youth & Community Cultural Ctr French Gulch Campground. • 5-7 p.m. VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 379-3877. • 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. • 7 p.m.-Sweet Adelines meet, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Prospective members welcome. • 7 p.m.- Kern Valley Astronomy Club, museum, Kernville. 3rd Thurs. 376-1291.
Bingo Guide
Friday, noon. - Eagles Bingo, Eagles Hall, Mt. Mesa Saturday, noon, South Fork Woman’s Club Bingo, 6488 Fay Ranch Road. Sunday, 1 p.m. Moose Lodge Bingo, Lake Isabella Blvd. Wednesday, 1 p.m - Senior Center Bingo, Lake Isabella. Thursday, Early Bird 12:15-Regular 1 p.m. St. Jude Bingo, Hwy 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information, or meeting times have changed. All area codes are 760 unless otherwise noted.
Easter Egg Hunt at Burlington Assisted Living Friday, April 2 There will be an Easter Egg Hunt for kids 8 and younger at the Burlington Assisted Living at 13 Sycamore in Wofford Heights on Friday, April 2 at 10:30 a.m. This is the 10th annual event! (Don’t forget it’s at the Burlington and not Kern Village this year.) Lots of goodies, candy and prizes! Please bring your own basket to use to gather eggs and prizes. Free Easter meal at My Place restaurant on April 3 My Place restaurant in Lake Isabella, in the same shopping center as Isabella Supermarket, is giving away a free Easter meal to all those who wish to attend on April 3. Sponsored by My Place and guitarelements.com Healthcare District to hold Spring Health Faire April 13 The Kern Valley Healthcare District will offer a Lipid Panel Blood Draw at the hospital cafeteria on Monday, April 12 for $10. This will be followed by a Spring Health Faire the next day from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the cafeteria. Health providers will be there to read the results. For more information call (760) 3764419. Tent revival in Lake Isabella April 16 through 24 “The Last Call” tent revival is back for the fifth year at the corner of Lake Isabella Blvd. and Webb Ave. Everyone is welcome. For details call 760-379-3926. Whitewater Festival to take place April 17-18 The Kern River Whitewater Festival is an annual paddling extravaganza. Starting in 1963, the festival has gained popularity year after year. The rushing whitewater is a pulse-pounding experience for kayakers and rafters. Races, slaloms and poker runs are just some of the fun events. This year the festival is April 17 and 18. See www.kernfestival.org for details. Gymkhana club to hold riding event April 17-18 The Los Vaqueros Gymkhana Club will be holding its first annual River Run April 17-18. Sign up by April 3. This event is open to members of the Gymkhana Association; riders may join the day of the event. Call Deanna Steinhoff for details, (760) 3783035. Denny Knight Memorial Roping event April 18 There will be a rodeo roping
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Things I Have Noticed...
High hopes were smashed Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist
When I was about 14 and living in Alhambra, Calif., I used to ride my bike to a nearby airport and park next to the fence that surrounded the aircraft tiedown area. Then I'd climb the fence and wander around the airplanes, admiring them Middleworth and wishing that someday I could fly. One day when I was wandering around, a pilot stopped me and asked what I was doing. I told him that I was just enjoying being around and looking at the different airplanes. We talked for a while and the guy said, “Would you like to ride in one of these?” I couldn't believe my ears. It would be the answer to a young boy’s prayer. "Tell you what I'll do," he said, "If you wash and polish my plane this weekend I'll give you a ride next weekend. How does that sound?" I was ecstatic. He gave me a pail, some soap and a can of special aircraft polish. I worked all that Saturday and most of Sunday on that yellow jewel. When I finished, that plane looked sparkly new and I could hardly wait for the following weekend.
Come the next Saturday there I was at 8 a.m. looking for the pilot. I noticed he wasn't there, nor was the plane. The plane I had worked so hard to polish was gone! Well, I screwed up my courage and went to the airport office and asked the manager there where the shiny yellow bird was. He said, "It’s gone. That pilot only comes by occasionally. He didn't sucker you for a wash and polish, did he?" I said yes, realizing my dreams were smashed and that I'd been had. Then the greatest thing happened. The guy in the office said, “Tell you what, give me a couple of minutes to get ready. I've got to take a plane to Catalina Island and bring another one back. Want to go?” Wow, did I! To make a long story short, I had the plane ride I always wanted. He even bought my lunch and gave me a tour of the island. Best of all, on the way home, he let me fly for a few minutes. Looking back, what seemed to be the worst day of my life managed to become one of the best. It was a time to remember and a day to treasure. Good things really do happen. Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program.
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Kern River Valley information Recreation Info
Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce
U.S. Forest Service
Lake Isabella office: 4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy. 155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178) (760) 379-5646 Kernville Office: 105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner from the museum) (760) 376-3781
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General KRV Info
Wildlife Area
6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Across from Senior Center Local: (760) 379-5236 Toll Free: (866) KRV4FUN
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Sights Of The Valley
Above: Valerie Minoux of the Courier’s sales staff took these photos at the Living Green in the KRV Festival.
The Green Expo last weekend was part of the Living Green in the KRV Festival.
SOLAR continued from page 1 But according to Judy Hyatt, aide to Kern County Supervisor Jon McQuiston, this meeting is for agencies regarding their statutory responsibilities, and the public generally does not attend this kind of meeting. Public meetings will come later in the planning process. The scoping meeting for agencies is today, Friday, April 26, at 1:30 p.m. at the Kern County Planning Department, 2700 M St., Suite 100. The notice was sent to dozens including the BLM, China Lake Naval Weapons Center, Native American boards, water agencies, environmental agencies, South Fork School District, and the Army Corps of Engineers. Description of proposed project The project would generate 60 megawatts of electrical power (enough to power 20,000 homes) from a plant that would cover 500 acres. According to county planning director Ted James, the plant would not require water or sewer services,
but it would require a zoning modification and two conditional use permits. There would be up to three permanent full-time employees in an operations and maintenance building. There would be an array of photovoltaic solar panels that would track the sun as it moves across the sky. The panels would probably need to be cleaned a couple times a year, each time using about 3 to 5 acre-feet of water taken from a groundwater well located adjacent to the project site. According to the planning document, “The project is located within a 38,000-acre working ranch that employs a ranch foreman, irrigators, and cowboys. Ranch staff frequently work around the project site, mending fences and providing security as part of everyday best ranching practices and land management.” The document is available online athttp://www.co.kern.ca.us/planning/pdfs/notices/weldon_solar_nop .pdf (caution, this is a 15 MB file).
Valley history: town of Onyx One of the oldest communities in the big geographical area known as the Kern River Valley is the town of Onyx. Tucked away miles away from other towns in the area, the town grew up near the 1860s Onyx Store. Sitting back off the road and seeming to fit more into an earlier age, the old Onyx Store still stands, closed now but in the process of being revamped. The first proprietor of the store was William Scodie. Born in Prussia in 1827, he learned the art of cooking in Bremen, Germany, as a boy and went to sea as a cook on a merchant ship. His culinary skills then took him to Valparaiso, where he was a hotel cook during 1853 and 1854. After a trip to Australia, he came to San Francisco, where he remained until 1856. He then traveled to Keyesville. At that time the only road over Greenhorn Mountain was an ox trail. When he opened a hotel in that mining camp, all his supplies had to be hauled in by pack mules or ox trains. He operated his hotel quite successfully for five years. Then in 1861, he moved to the South Fork and settled at what is now Onyx. He lived in the back of this store, and in his front room he began stocking the supplies needed for the cattlemen and miners of the area. This big room had a fireplace which was so large that a horse was required to pull the back logs for the fire up from the river bottom. The logs would then be pushed through the front door and rolled across the dirt floor to the hearth. A homemade table stood in front of his huge fireplace, and Scodie's excellent cooking and cheery welcome soon gained his place a reputation that was hard to equal. In 1880 Scodie needed additional room for his expanding business, so he had a Captain Andress, who had a ranch several miles up the road, build him the frame building that was still in use until not long ago. However, in 1913, the road was straightened and the store was moved to its present location. —– information from books by Bob Powers
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Couch Theater
Celebrity Extra
‘LOTR’ not the Jackson one
Smith is classy
Previews of new DVDs by DNA Smith
style of animation is a real embarrassment in places -specifically in the rendering of Released the week of April 6: the orcs. Basically what he did was film a bunch of guys in PICKS OF THE WEEK fright masks and robes and then "Eyes on The Prize: America's draw the cartoon versions over Civil Rights Years 1954-1965" what he filmed. The result was a (Not Rated) -- Fans of this cartoony version of a bunch of groundbreaking, six-hour PBS guys in frumpy robes and documentary have been waiting Halloween masks. for years for it to be released on I think the people who would home video at a reasonable be interested in this version are price. This epic production those of us who saw the film chronicles the post-war struggle when we were younger and will for civil rights by blending hisbuy it just for the nostalgia factorical footage tor; Tolkien with interviews completists with many of the who want to major movers add the disc to and shakers of their collecthe struggle. tions; or Bakshi "Eyes on the fans. If you Prize" is an aren't one of unflinching look those people at one of the listed, you most turbulent might want to eras in our coungive this one a try's history, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. pass. one of the greatest PBS produc"Battlestar tions ever made. Galactica: The Complete Series" (Not Rated) -- All four seasons, "The Lord of the Rings: 25 discs and about 16 tons Remastered Deluxe Edition" worth of special features, (Rated PG) -- This isn't the including commentaries, deleted award-winning Peter Jackson scenes, Webisodes, featurettes production beloved by Tolkien and more. There's even a special fans around the world. No sir. boxed set that comes with a bigThis is the 1978 cult animated old Cylon action figure. Fans of film by Ralph Bakshi, director of SyFy's reboot of the classic "Fritz the Cat," "Wizards," "Cool 1970s sci-fi fantasy television World" and "American Pop." show will gobble this up. What makes this film notable is Available on DVD and Blu-Ray. that it was the first attempt to bring "The Lord of the Rings" to TV SERIES the big screen, and it is more "Mythbusters" Collection 5 faithful to the books than "Kourtney & Khloe Take Jackson's was. Miami" That said, Bakshi's production "Simon & Simon" Season is a mixed bag. The project ran Four out of money before the entire "Mary Tyler Moore" Season 4 saga could be finished, which "New Adventures of Black means the film ends abruptly Beauty" Season Two after the Battle at Helm's Deep - or about halfway through the c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc. saga. Also, Bakshi's rotoscoping
On Books
"A Hundred or More Hidden Things: The Life and Films of Vincente Minnelli" by Mark Griffin (Da Capo, $15.95) Reviewed by Larry Cox
Author Mark Griffin, who has written extensively about American cinema, says he became fascinated with Vincente Minnelli in 1984 after seeing one of the director's final films, "On a Clear Day You Can See Forever." Griffin's research spanned decades and included interviews with such heavyhitters as Kirk Douglas, Tony Curtis, Lauren Bacall and Angela Lansbury. He also tried to interview the director's daughter, Liza, and although she refused, his new biography fully illuminates Minnelli's life. Vincente Minnelli was born Lester Minnelli in 1903 in Chicago. He eventually would drop the first name in favor of Vincente and shave four years off his age. While still a teenager he moved to New York, where he became art director of Radio City Music Hall and directed several Broadway plays. In 1940, he relocated to Hollywood, where he quickly became was one of the film industry's most unusual directors, due in no small part to his wearing of eye shadow and heavy makeup. His incredible talent soon trumped his negatives. Minnelli's genius as a filmmaker is beyond dispute, with such award-winning movies as "Brigadoon," "Gigi," "The Clock" and "Kismet" to his credit. In 1943, an MGM production directed by Minnelli had more than its share of problems. Judy Garland hated the script, co-star Mary Astor developed an acute condition and child star Margaret O'Brien battled hay fever and nervousness. Against all odds, "Meet Me in St. Louis" was made and became an instant classic. It was during that project that Minnelli became infatuated with Garland. They were married during the summer of 1945 and divorced in 1951. Minnelli was an unconventional man who left an indelible mark on our culture. His life, like many of his films, is full of twists and surprises. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Gather for Good Friday and Easter
Voices of Faith
Easter tidings given Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville
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The Kern River Valley Pastors Association will present a Good Friday service at First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella, on Friday, April 2 at 6 p.m. The theme, “Happenings Around the Cross,” is a presentation by pastors from churches around the lake. This service is open to the entire community. On Sunday, April 4, the Kern River Valley Pastors Association invites everyone to join together at Tillie Creek Group Camp in Wofford Heights for an Easter Sunrise Service. Bring your warm Jacket and let us celebrate together our risen Christ in this beautiful setting. The service begins at 6:30 a.m. and concludes as the sun rises over the mountaintops of our beautiful valley. If you have never attended before come and rejoice with us as we remember this glorious day. Directions: Drive to Wofford Heights and take the Tillie Creek entrance to the road split. Stay to the right and follow the road to the Group Camp area, about 1/8 mile. Looks for the assembly of people gathering for the service. Coffee and rolls will be served.
“Voices of Faith” is a rotating column featuring messages from all churches. Pastors, please e-mail 400-word messages to office@kernrivercourier.com This week, because of Easter, we are proud to present two columns from pastors in our valley.
Palm Sunday and Passover are Sunday and Monday, the 28th and 29th. The connection is freedom. One may be familiar with the fourth stanza of “To Althea, From Prison”: Stone walls do not a prison make, Nor iron bars a cage; Minds innocent and quiet take Semonious That for an hermitage; If I have freedom in my love, And in my soul am free, Angels alone that soar above Enjoy such liberty. – Richard Lovelace 1618 – 1657. This poetic work is themed on the notion that no one can imprison the human mind. What about that? “Joseph had been brought down to Egypt, and Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh, the captain of the guard, an Egyptian, had bought him from the Ishmaelites who had brought him down there.” Genesis 39:1. Then Potiphar’s wife brought false charges against Joseph, who was put into prison. “But the LORD was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love and gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison. And the keeper of the prison put Joseph in charge of all the prisoners who were in the prison. Whatever was done there, he was the one who did it.” Genesis 39:21-22. It would seem as those who trust God have God’s love. “The
Pastor’s Ponderings
Easter is here Jim Beilstein, pastor Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Lake Isabella
Sometimes we suffer in this life because of the things that our human kind has done in the past. • AIDS seems to have begun with man interacting with animals Beilstein • Healthcare costs have increased faster than other costs • Part of the national debt seemingly is placed upon us by past generations • Politicians have been borrowing from Social Security for many years • Pensions have been promised that can never be paid Sometimes we suffer in this life because of the things we do. • AIDS and other STD's are continuing to be spread • Healthcare costs continue to grow • Our national debt continues to be placed on future generations • For the first time, we are paying out more in Social Security than is being paid in and we continue to borrow • We continue to promise more pensions It is a dire situation in our country but there is One we can turn to
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at Easter time or any time that came to save us. "The words of the first and the last, who died and came to life. 'I know your tribulation and your poverty …Do not fear what you are about to suffer…Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.'" (Revelation 2:8-11, ESV) Jesus Christ is the first because He existed even before the earth was created and He is the last because He will continue to exist even if the earth goes away. Jesus died on the cross and rose on Easter morning to take away the eternal sting of the things human kind has done in the past and the eternal sting of the things we continue to do. The promise of Jesus is that He will give us the crown that is better than any kingly crown or any queenly crown. The crown that Jesus gives us is eternal life in heaven, what a wonderful place as it is described in the Biblical book of Revelation. Unfortunately, we do suffer the consequences on this earth for the mistakes of mankind and for our own individual mistakes. But Jesus promises that during our suffering He will take away our fear. I pray that you do not fear what may be happening to you right now or may happen to you in the future. But that you put your faith in Jesus for your life on this earth and for your wonderful life in heaven.
keeper of the prison paid no attention to anything that was in Joseph's charge, because the LORD was with him. And whatever he did, the LORD made it succeed.” Genesis 39:23. God, the LORD, later sent Moses to lead the Israelites from bondage in Egypt. “But Pharaoh said, ‘Who is the LORD, that I should obey his voice and let Israel go? I do not know the LORD, and moreover, I will not let Israel go.’” Exodus 5:2. The outcome was a song of praise to God. “You have led in your steadfast love the people whom you have redeemed; you have guided them by your strength to your holy abode.” Exodus 15:13. “And Miriam sang to them: ‘Sing to the LORD, for he has triumphed gloriously; the horse and his rider he has thrown into the sea.’” Exodus 15:21. Then there was David, who wrote, “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4. Who would have guessed that the words spoken in a garden at the dawn of mankind’s oppressive bondage would result in such awesome interventions? Actually, no one has to guess. There is the physical evidence and a written record. Returning to Moses’ trip across the Red Sea, today we have video of the remains of chariots under the water of the crossing site. There are many more examples, but the topic is freedom. Hebrews, chapter 11 reminds us of many who experienced freedom from the crime of refusing God’s forgiveness. Acceptance means that, “…the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7.
Churches of the Valley Kernville First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville Sunday Services — 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-6403 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville Sunday School 9 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 417-2014 Kernville Foursquare Church Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Road Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. 223-6704 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. 376-2751 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. 376-6362 St. Sherrian Episcopal Church Odd Fellows Hall, Kernville Sundays 10 a.m. Lake Isabella First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 379-5615 Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Wed. 6 p.m. 417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 379-5640 Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 379-4296 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella (760) 379-8672 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 12:00 p.m. 379-2343 Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. 379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella Sunday School & Worship 9:30 a.m. 379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday worship 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m., Thurs. 6 p.m. Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella Sunday School 9:45
Services 10:45 a.m. Eve. 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. 379-5819 Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. 379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. 379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal Church) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 4 p.m. 379-6360 Southlake/Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. 378-3780 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 378-4964 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 378-2321 Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. 376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 7 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 & 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.
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Miscellaneous SGI - USA Buddhist Discussion Meetings - call 379-6162 for dates and times. Based on the Lotus Sutra. Salvation Army The needy are helped by the local affiliate of this national organization. Mon. 9 am — 1 pm. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-5100.
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Health Insurance Matters
New health care program explored Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist
The new legislation signed by President Obama on Tuesday will have some immediate effects, as well as some short-term benefits within six months. There will be corrections to this legislation almost immediately, and I imagine, there will be more changes over time. With several states suing the federal government over portions of this bill, and with the politicians already campaigning over the pluses and minuses of this legislation, it shall remain a newsworthy item for the next decade or so. In the meanwhile, what are the effects on you? Speaker of the
House Nancy Pelosi provides some answers to key provisions that will take effect soon, assuming the Senate votes to approve the House reconciliation. These provisions will take effect almost immediately – Small Business Tax Credits for small businesses to make employee coverage more affordable; tax credits – up to 35% of the premiums will be immediately available to firms that choose to offer coverage; Medicare donut hole will begin closing. This year, a $250 rebate will be paid to Medicare beneficiaries who hit the donut hole in 2010. Beginning in 2011 there will be a 50% discount for people who are in the donut hole, and by 2020 the hole will be fully closed. A lot more provisions take effect in 90 days, in six months, and some begin in Fiscal Year
2010 (July 1.) There are too many to list here, but some include immediate help for uninsured due to pre-existing conditions through a temporary high risk pool; increase in funding for community health centers to allow almost a doubling of patients served over the next five years; and free preventative care under Medicare that will eliminate co-payments for preventative services and exempts these services from deductibles. While all of the provisions sound very positive, there are differing opinions on the costs of these benefits, the government's ability to run a program of this magnitude, and the availability of physicians to treat all the new people who will enter the system. With all Americans being required to purchase health insurance or be subject to penalties,
there remain many unanswered questions. Over time, many of these questions will be answered and other problems solved. For now, I foresee that many selfemployed family businesses with individual policies may seek financial help by looking into a small group policy where they may be able to get the 35% tax credits. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker and a member of the Society of Certified Senior Advisors and past president and president-elect of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters. He is on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board and serves on the board of the California Association of Health Underwriters. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, e-mail harrythal@aol.com or visit him on the web at www.harrythal.com
Enlarged prostate puts squeeze on urine flow for men Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Kern River Courier Syndicated Columnist
DEAR DR. DONOHUE: For men with BPH, would you recommend the Prolieve System for treatment? It involves reducing the prostate with heat. Must it be done periodically to maintain symptom improvement? Any information will be appreciated. -- Anon. ANSWER: BPH -- benign (not cancer) prostate hypertrophy (overgrowth) -- is a common condition of older men. The urethra -- the bladder's drainage tube -- runs through the prostate. A large gland acts like a vise, squeezing the urethra and making it impossible for the bladder to completely empty. Large glands make men get up many times during the night to visit the bathroom. They make it difficult to start the urinary stream, and they can reduce the stream to a dribble. Minimally invasive procedures, many done right in the doctor's office, pare the gland so that a free urine flow is reestablished. The Prolieve System (a trademark name) delivers microwaves to the gland to shave the excess growth. In this and in similar techniques, instruments are inserted into the urethra by way of the penis and passed upward to
the level of the prostate gland, where the microwaves are then activated. Yes, I can recommend it. Quite often, the procedure need be done only once. However, it is possible that a repeat will be necessary to trim the gland again should it regrow to the size where it compresses the urethra. Other procedures include the Green Light laser, in which a laser beam reduces prostate size in a similar manner. TUNA -- transurethral needle ablation -- is another minimally invasive procedure, done in a like way. It employs radio waves to reduce prostate size. All of these methods work. The most important element in making a choice is the doctor's skill in the technique. Medicines are another possible route for handling an overgrown gland. Drugs can relax tight muscles in the prostate and in the outflow tract of the bladder to permit better urine flow. Flomax and Uroxatral are two examples. And medicines like Proscar and Avodart shrink the gland, but they can take months to work. The booklet on this gland and its problems discusses these issues in greater depth. To obtain a copy, write: Dr. Donohue -- No. 1001W, Box 536475,
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Talking About Real Estate
A FSBO can be a fizzle Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist
Last week we explored the term "FSBO" or "For Sale By Owner." Anyone can sell their own piece of property but just like anything in life, beware of the pitfalls of trying to save a buck or two. Back when the market was hot, us Real Estate Agents saw a lot of FSBO activity. Prices were going up, property Matt Freeman inventory was low, and buyers were seemingly everywhere. Well, times have changed and so have the habits of sellers and once again they are going back to what has always worked. That is, using a local, competent and experienced real estate agent to help them market their property. The "FSBO Fad" has really gone away along with the strong seller's market we had. Now, the truth is, sellers are finding out that exposure of a property is everything, and that is just one of the reasons to use a real estate agent to sell any type of property. Last week we gave you #1 and #2: 1: Real estate agents have connections, and #2: Protection through the escrow process. If you are ever buying a FSBO property and the seller says they will not use an escrow company, watch out! That is a big time fraud alert; do your homework before you proceed.
Now, here’s the rest: 3: You will make MORE MONEY! That doesn’t sound right? You’re thinking, “If I use a real estate agent, I have to pay commission, so how can I be making more money?” Well, according to the National Association of Realtors and a study they did, the average price of properties sold with real estate agents was about 17% higher than properties sold without agents. This was because there was so much more exposure for the properties that they had more buyers paying attention. Selling through an agent works. “You get what you pay for." 4: Convenience. Agents do all of the work for you. That is what we are paid to do. We provide signs, advertising, MLS access, Internet access, property access, we show the property, do all the paperwork, open the escrow, make sure the process is above board, make sure both parties are happy before escrow is closed. And that is just the start of our job. The best part – if the property does not sell, you do not pay! All of our marketing, hard work and effort sell a property is absolutely free if a buyer does not purchase it. Sounds like a win-win to me! Next week: Five ways to buy a home with little or no money down. Matt Freeman is a Realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty (760) 379-5915 or cell 223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.
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California Joe’s Storytelling Corner
Stories of gold mines abound California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist
The Big Blue mine is still around. Two roads over from us on another bumpy dirt road, far off the highway, is the fabled Kern River Valley gold mine. In about 1860 a Cherokee feller named Lovely Rogers was chasing his runaway burro when he bent down to pick California Joe up a rock to throw at the mule. Something stopped him. The rock had color in it! The Big Blue mine had been discovered. The Gold Rush to California that had started in 1849 had finally found its way southward to the Kern River Valley. This was no “lost gold mine” like a lot of others. The stories of “lost mines” still abound. The reasons for mines becoming lost are many and varied. A badly oriented prospector may lose his bearings after a flash flood may give a new look to the terrain. Indians would frequently remove all traces of an area having been worked after they had disposed of the workers. The most famous of these “lost mines” was the Lost Adams, discovered in 1864 by a man known only as Adams, having been led to the goldbearing dry wash by an Apache halfbreed. Apaches killed some of the
party and the rest fled; Adams returned some 10 years later but was unable to find the canyon named Sno-ta-hay by the Apaches. The film “Mackenna’s Gold” was based on the legends surrounding the Lost Adams. The Lost Blue Bucket – in 1846 some folks from a wagon train camped near the middle fork of the Malheur River in eastern Oregon filled a blue papier-mache bucket with “stones” from a nearby creek bed. Imagine their feelings later when they discovered later the stones were mixed with gold! The Lost Bonanza – John Esterly was traveling across Nevada in the 1860s. After finding a gold bearing ledge, John worked some of the ledge loose and took it 500 miles to Carson City to have it assayed. $150,000 to the ton was the assay office verdict. Texas John was going to be rich enough to buy Texas with a strike like that! Trouble is he never found the gold-bearing ledge again! There’s a lot more, the Lost Crazy Woman, the Lost Jim Bowie and the fabled Lost Dutchman. Maybe we can add the Lost Big Blue. In fact, I hear I guy named Steve or something or other boughtthe mine and the surrounding land some years ago. It’s all fenced off now with a gate at the bottom of the road. Maybe it’s an unfinished story still waiting for a happy ending! California Joe is the storyteller persona of Stevenson Phillips, an actor and singer living in Kernville. You may reach him at sscaljoe@aol.com.
Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob crust for a few minutes to keep the filling from making it soggy. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in heavy skillet over medium heat. Saute onions and garlic slowly until tender, about 12 minutes. Arrange onions in the cracker crust. Beat eggs, whole milk, chives, and salt in a bowl until blended. Pour the mixture over the onions. Sprinkle with cheese and paprika. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 35 minutes, or until a knife comes out clean. Garnish with the parsley. Serve hot or at room temperature. Bodfish Bob’s Shepherd’s Pie Bodfish Bob's Sweet Onion Pie 1-1/2 cups buttery round crackers, crumbled 6 tablespoons butter, softened 2 cups thinly sliced sweet onions 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives 3/4 cup whole milk 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1 pinch paprika 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a mixing bowl, combine crackers and 4 tablespoons of butter in a bowl until well blended. Press into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of 8 inch pie plate to form a shell. Refrigerate until heeded. Note: There was a review following the recipe that suggested baking the
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In skillet, saute onions w/ little butter or cooking spray till transparent. Add hamburger, brown. Add soup, veggies. In greased 13"X9" casserole dish pour meat mixture in. Add prepared potatoes on top of meat. Sprinkle cheese on top. Bake 350 degree oven for 20-30 mins until cheese melts. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Web at www.bodfishbob.com. You can write to him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com
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EVENTS continued from page 2 event on April 18 honoring the late Denny Knight, a Kern Valley High School coach, at the John E. McNally Rodeo Grounds in Kernville. For more information, call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce at (760) 3762629.
Exchange Club’s Book of Golden Deeds dinner May 11 Each year the Kern Valley Exchange Club honors their Book of Golden Deeds winner. We all know someone who unselfishly goes the extra mile in donating his or her time and energy; volunteers for the benefit of our community and local youth, and does it without any thought to personal gain. A dinner in the recipient’s honor will be held on Tuesday, May 11 at 6 p.m. at Paradise Cove. It is open to the public. For more information call Marsha at 379-3667 ext. 15. Havilah Days celebration is coming May 22 The Havilah Days history event this year will be May 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the courthouse replica in the center of town. To get to Havilah, drive south on Bodfish-Caliente Road for 10 miles. For more information, call (760) 379-2636.
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Food commodities date to be Tuesday, May 25 Government food commodities will be distributed to those qualified on Tuesday, May 25 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel on Highway 178 in Mt. Mesa, and the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Times can start as early as 7 a.m.
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The fourth Mass Movement example is one that is common in most geological provinces. "Slumping" can be activated by the presence of water within the soils, but typically they will occur as Landslides of High catastrophic consequences, withRon Bolyard out notice. Slumping Landslides are where rock masses that tilt back as they slide from a cliff or escarpment, often where welljointed sedimentary rocks overlie clay or shale. The resulting slump blocks can be miles long and hundreds of feet thick and may form stair-step topography as many blocks slip downward.
If there are dwellings, homes, etc. located on the unstable ground on top of and below the cliff edge, the slump block will carry everything downslope and will stop when the slope flattens. The Palos Verdes Hills along the palisades of the Pacific Ocean in Los Angeles are very susceptible to the development of these types of Landslides, especially when activated by earthquake activity. Heavy rains may also add to that equation for disaster. These are the places where potential buyers of property and/or dwellings MUST be aware of this ever pending danger. Until Next Time ... 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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Food commodities date to be Tuesday, April 27 Government food commodities will be distributed to those qualified on Tuesday, April 27 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel on Highway 178 in Mt. Mesa, and the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Times can start as early as 7 a.m.
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Chuck Barbee - Still & Video PHOTOGRAPHY Portraits - Family Events Equestrian - Historical Photo Scanning & Restoration Transfers to DVD & CD 760-376-8784 ARCHIE LOGSDON CARPENTRY Decks & Remodeling. "Craftsmanship and Attention to Detail" (760) 223-6624 losthills@communitymail.net __________________________ HERITAGE CLEANERS - Von's Shopping Center. Dry Cleaning, Laundry, Comforters. Tue & Thu afternoon pick-up. Mon-Fri 9am5pm, Sat. 9am-2pm. 760-379-4271 __________________________ ART'S ELECTRIC Locally owned - Free Estimates Always on Time! 25 years exp. - Lic. #560220 (760) 223-3648 __________________________ SPRING SPECIAL $10 off 1 hour massage $10 off color or highlights Mention this Ad GlamourRoom.com 379-4518 __________________________ Beginning Piano Classes - Helen Smoot, Southlake, 1 hr classes, once a week starting Monday, April 5th. 5 students per class. 3:30 pm-Younger Kids, 4:30pmOlder Kids, 5:30pm - Adults. $40 per month. 760-378-3108
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“Bruno Curbsider” 24 volt charger plus lift. $800.00. 760-379-5005 _________________________ NUWA HITCHHIKER - 36' 5th Wheel Trailer, slide out, new furnace, A/C, W/D, microwave, 2 TV's, tub & shower, new cellular blinds $8,500 (760) 376-2927 / 382-0741 _________________________ '86 ASTRO CARGO VAN Restored. Has cosmetic damage on passenger side. New paint, tow package. $2800 or best offer. Call JR at 760-223-2546 Weekend WaterHeater Special $899 Most Residential Units
ALINA PLUMBING & ELECTRIC Sat & Sun Appointments Only (760) 223-1685 Lic.#885370
Lake Isabella - $640/mo (inclds space rent) in quiet 55+ park. 2 bd, 2 ba completely refurbished. Rent to Own + sec dep & good credit. Call Joel (760) 379-2092 _________________________ Mt. Mesa - 2 bedroom house. $600/mo. 1st + deposit. Call 760-267-5950 for information. Available for showing on Saturday & Sunday ___________________________ Kernville - Hi-Ho Mobile Home Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $595/mo + deposit and utilities. 760-376-2671 _________________________ Wofford Hts. - 1 bd, 1 ba w/walkin-closet. Elec. Stove & refrig. Laundry rm. Lg. tool shed + storage shed, fenced yard, newly renovated. $450/mo + $250 dep. 760-376-6267
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April 24, 11am & 7pm Adults $5 Kids $3 Elks Lodge - Wofford Hts.
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**** 3 LOTS FOR SALE **** Balboa South of Beechwood Scovern South of Crestview Starlight Off Old State Road $20K ea. (760) 223-2222
TAIL WAGGERS 2 males and 2 females from 10 wks to 4 mo. CKC-reg. Purebred Applehead Chihuahua puppies. Happy & friendly. Good bites, vaccinations UTD, wormed, health guarantee. Pad & crate trained. $225-$300. 760-379-1403 _________________________
Lake Isabella - 3,600 sq. ft. bldg on approx 3 acres for lease located @ 3615 Suhre Street (corner of Suhre & Hwy 155.) Excellent office space for medical, dental, school, church, or? Terms negotiable. Call (760) 417-0876
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Tournament Bass Boat 1987 20' w/cover. 175hp Evinrude & Motor Guide 80# thrust. $6000.00 obo. 760-379-1870 _________________________ 16 FOOT ALUMACRAFT SAIL BOAT
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Main sail and jib good shape. Trailer included. $800 (760) 3761489 _________________________ 17 FT. GLASTRON with trailer 140 Johnson outboard open bow $500 takes all. 760-379-1222 _________________________ READY FOR THE DERBY! 1992 Kayot Pontoon 20’ w/trailer, 70 HP Johnson, 11 hrs on motor, new interior, metal canopy, xlnt cond, in Lake Isabella. $7,750 obo (818) 404-2413 _________________________ 2 RIVER KAYAKS: 93" tall AMP$350 & 72" tall Space Cadet Black Diamond- $300.Also have paddles, skirts & lots of misc gear. Call Terry (760) 417-0019 _________________________ CANOE - Mohawk Solo 14, light, agile, fun. Red with paddle and P.F.D. - $375.00 (760) 379-6344
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Training $25.00 per hour Classes $10 per hour Trained Dogs Available for Sale Trish Montes- (760) 223-3338
Spaces for Rent The Rich Pelletreau Gallery is now closed and the log cabin in Wofford Heights in which it was located is now for rent. For information, please call Marcy Hughes at 1-760-417-1953. Wofford Heights - Sites available in quiet park with lake views, laundry facilities & fish house. $250/mo inclds water & trash. Call Jody @ 760-376-3228 _________________________ Wofford Heights Mobile / RV Park Great Location! Quiet, mature trees, walk to lake, market, medical, park & theater. Call Jim @ (760) 376-6316
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Lake Isabella - Nice 2bd/2ba dbl wide Mobile Home w/patio & deck + 2 car carport in quiet 55+ park, $25,000 or financing available. 760-379-2092 _________________________ Wofford Heights - Sportsman Trailer Park - 1 bd. 1 ba. Travel trailer w/2 sheds, xlnt cond Must see to believe! Walk to the lake. Inclds water/trash, laundry & fish house. $5,500. Call Gary (760) 376-3228 _________________________ Kernville - 1 bd, 1 ba MH w/covered patio. $2,950. $419 space rent + utilities. Call Kim @ (760) 376-2345 for details. _________________________ Lake Isabella - 1968, 12x60, 2 bed, 1 bath mobile home on lot. Shed's & more. $15,000 down, $550 a month for 8 full yrs or 96 mos. Call 760-379-8670
Bodfish - Beautifully remodeled 1400 sq ft. cabin w/great view! $130,000. 661-428-1108
Top Derby Advice • Best use bait w/hooks don’t tie it on • Fish w/gunshots will be disqualified • Don’t throw the tags away • Don’t put tags on frozen fish fillets • You cannot use dynamite any time • First 200 have right-of-way at dock • Don’t park RV at shore...it WILL rise • Throw back anything on a jet ski • Catch & Release w/tags...not smart • Supergluing the longest fish is fraud • Politicians must take lie detector test 4 times before prize money paid.
Under Construction - ASHWOOD CUSTOM HOMES, INC. offers another quality home in the desirable SOUTH LAKE location. 1832 Plan featuring 4 bd/2bath, extra large living room, knotty alder cabinetry, granite countertops throughout, tall Tray ceilings, ceramic tile flooring, RV parking & more. Lot size is approx 15,000 sq ft & at the end of a cul-de-sac for added privacy. Act now & PICK YOUR OWN COLORS. Co-Op Welcome. Call for an appointment (661) 201-2141
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Obituary notice Stanley Ralph Malone Jan. 12, 1930 – March 15, 2010 Stanley Ralph Malone was born Jan. 12, 1930 in Old Kernville and departed life on March 15, 2010. Stanley is survived by his wife, Wanda Olds Malone; his children, Jackie Brown Carter (Chuck), Douglas Brown (Barbara), Karry Denton (Roger), and Heather Lugo (Michael); grandchildren Jeffrey Carter, Joseph Carter, Julie and Ken Balcom, Steven Ballinger, and Tony and Stephanie Forrand; great-granddaughter Hayden Balcom, and numerous honorary children. Stan was a decorated soldier and a veteran of the Korean War. He retired after 33 years of dedicated service with the U.S. Forest Service. Graveside services will be April 3, 2010, at 1:00 pm at the Kern River Valley Cemetery, Wofford Heights.
Exchange Club looking for worthy people for their Book of Golden Deeds award The Kern Valley Exchange Club is seeking nominations from the community for this year’s Book of Golden Deeds honoree. We all know someone who unselfishly goes the extra mile in donating his or her time and energy; volunteers for the benefit of our community and local youth, and does it without any thought to personal gain. Please share that person’s name and why you feel they deserve
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Deadline for submitting nominations is April 15, 2010. A dinner in the recipient’s honor will be held on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at Paradise Cove, 6:00 pm. For reservations, call Marsha Smith at (760) 379-3667 ext. 15.
Courier Legal Notices STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BLESSED BOOKS & THINGS, (2009-B1822) Street address of business: 6755 Wofford Boulevard, #C, Wofford Heights, CA 93285; Mailing address of Business; P.O. Box 81661, Bakersfield, CA 93380; REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Shelia Winburn-Porter, 7709 Jensen Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93308; Original FBN Statement Filed on: 03/16/2009. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 03/09/2010. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by G. Durward, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: BLESSED BOOKS & THINGS (2010-B1606) Street address of principal place of business: 6629 -B Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: 8416 Wild Mint Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Nancy Cameron, 8416 Wild Mint Drive, 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: Nancy Cameron. This statement filed on 03/09/2010. Expires 03/09/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 2010. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: LAH-
DE-DAH, (2006-B6177) Street address of business: 41 Big Blue Road, Kernville, CA 93238; Mailing address of Business; P.O. Box 85, Kernville, CA 93238; REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Judi Dodd, 14001 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238; Original FBN Statement Filed on: 08/03/2006. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 03/03/2010. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk by M. Rodriguez, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: LAH DE DAH (2010-B1486) Street address of principal place of business: 41 Big Blue Road, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1018, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT(S): Jason O'Donnell, 800 Dutch Flat Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 and Crystal Charlotte Angelsea, 800 Dutch Flat Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. 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: C. Angelsea. This statement filed on 03/03/2010. Expires 03/03/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: CUSTOM JANITORIAL SERVICE (2010-B1659) Street address of principal place of business: 3303 Piute Hill Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 2195, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Michael Lanza, 3303 Piute Hill Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240.
A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 06/25/1977. 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: Michael Lanza. This statement filed on 03/10/2010. Expires 03/10/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier March 19, 26, April 2 and 9, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: TAG'S-R-US (2010-B1658) Street address of principal place of business: 28150 Sunridge Avenue, Taft, CA 93268. Mailing address of business: 28150 Sunridge Avenue, Taft, CA 93268. REGISTRANTS: Mylous Odell IV, 28150 Sunridge Avenue, Taft, CA 93268 and Bethany Odell, 28150 Sunridge Avenue, Taft, CA 93268. 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: Bethany Odell. This statement filed on 03/10/2010. Expires 03/10/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier March 19, 26, April 2 and 9, 2010.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: JIMMARY'S GIFTS 'N SUCH (2010-B1676) Street address of principal place of business: 144 Rocky Road, Bodfish, CA 93205. Mailing address of business: 144 Rocky Road, Bodfish, CA 93205. REGISTRANTS: James Eddins, 144 Rocky Road, Bodfish, CA 93205 and Mary Eddins, 144 Rocky Road, Bodfish, CA 93205. I, Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 03/01/2010. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Mary E. Eddins. This statement filed on 03/11/2010. Expires 03/11/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier March 19, 26, April 2 and 9, 2010. Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control 4800 Stockdale Highway Suite 213 Bakersfield, CA 93309 (661) 395-2731 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Date of Filing Application: March 8, 2010 To Whom It May Concern: The Names(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: D & L FINANCIAL LLC The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 4108 LAKE ISABELLA BOULEVARD BODFISH, CA 93205 Type of license(s) applied for: 48 - ON-SALE GENERAL PUBLIC PREMISES
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Courier chuckle of the week: "The reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated." Mark Twain
See Page 10 for answers to puzzles
Salome’s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might be upset about having to deal with problems that are no fault of your own. But you can turn the annoyance into an asset by showing how well you can resolve them. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The Bovine's fondness for tidiness pays off when you untangle a situation that seems hopelessly snarled. You might be surprised who will be expressing his or her gratitude. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Although you can tackle your assignment the way you prefer, it might be a good idea to at least ask for suggestions. Who knows? One or two might even be helpful. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Make all the changes in your plans or proposals that you feel are necessary before -- repeat, before -- you submit them to your colleagues. LEO (July 23 to August 22) You might feel intimidated in a new environment, be it a job or meeting the future in-laws. But enter with a big smile, and everyone will see you as a take-charge Cat. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) This could be a romantic time for you if you can set aside your cynicism and let yourself believe that someone really cares. If you're already in a relationship, expect your partner to be extra-loving. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) It's a good
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time to shed any doubts about your abilities. You've proved yourself in the past, so why not accept that you'll do just as well, or better, in dealing with the new challenge ahead? SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your suspicions might be on the mark, but unless you can prove what you assume, you need to let events unfold without your assistance. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Be careful not to go over the top this week. Avoid overeating (especially of the wrong foods), or drinking too much, or working too hard. You can do it all, but in moderation. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A family matter is given to you to resolve because you have the gift for bringing quarrelsome kinfolk together. But while you're playing Dr. Phil, don't neglect your career obligations. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Someone of importance shares your goals but disagrees with your plan to achieve them. Never mind. Defending your methods with logic and facts earns you admiration and respect. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Consider getting away, perhaps for the weekend, despite all the demands made on your time and energies. You'll return ready to tackle it all with your usual finesse. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a sense of honesty that makes people believe and trust in you .c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: By what other name do most people know Esther Pauline Friedman? 2. GEOGRAPHY: What South American country lies between Colombia and Peru? 3. FOOD & DRINK: What are the two ingredients in a Black Russian cocktail? 4. LANGUAGE: What does the Greek suffix "gamy" mean in English? 5. MUSIC: What does the musical direction "estinto" mean? 6. HISTORY: In what year did test pilot Chuck Yeager break the sound barrier? Answers:
1. Ann Landers, her pseudonym 2. Ecuador 3. Vodka and Kahlua 4. Marriage 5. Play as soft as possible 6. 1947
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Easter Sunday, April 4, 6:30 a.m. Tillie Creek Group Campground, Wofford Heights The service begins at 6:30 a.m. and concludes as the sun rises over the mountaintops of our beautiful valley.
Bring your warm jacket and your chair and join us to celebrate our risen Christ. All are invited to attend. Coffee and rolls will be served. Directions: Drive to Wofford Heights and take the Tillie Creek entrance to the road split. Stay to the right and follow the road to the Group Camp area, about 1/8 mile. Look for the assembly of people gathering for the service. Follow the signs. < Campground < Wofford Blvd. > < Wofford Heights
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