Kern River Courier March 5, 2010 by Kern River Courier

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Grant made to help Fish Hatchery Kern River Courier

A total of $120,000 in grants has now been received from the Kern Community Foundation for the construction and development of wells at the Kern River Hatchery to provide a dependable water source there. The Kern Community Foundation is a philanthropic organization that provides grant money for worthy projects in Kern County. The grants were issued to the Southern Sierra Fly Fishers for the establishment of the wells at the hatchery.

The Hatchery Wells Project grant was approved by the board of directors of the Kern Community Foundation back in April of 2007 and then approved for issuance by the Upper Kern Basin Fishery Resource Trust. Four grants were issued in 2007 and have been in operation since that time. Delay in the issuance of this latest grant has been a county land transfer between the Kern River Fish Hatchery and the U.S. Forest Service. The source of the reported grants comes from earnings

of the endowment fund called the Kern Fisheries Trust Fund, which was established in connection with the 1996 relicensing of Southern California Edison Company's Kern River Hydroelectric Plant #3 in Kernville. The endowment fund, totaling approximately $2.3 million, is held and managed by the Kern Community Foundation headquartered in Bakersfield. The organization says its primary objective for funding the grant is the “net gain in population, size and viability of Kern River rainbow

trout,” according to a statement from the foundation. The recent grant, the amount of which was not revealed, was the last of five grants made in connection with the Upper Kern Basin Fisheries Management Plan. According to the foundation, “the mission of Kern Community Foundation is to enhance the quality of life for all the people of Kern County by encouraging philanthropy, providing services to the donors and assisting those who serve to meet the needs of the community.”

Special preview: Living Green

Fri. night: 20% chance showers, low 40. Sat.: Rain likely high 48. Sat. night: Showers likely, low 38. Sun.: Chance of showers, high 48. Sun. night: Chance showers, low 40. National Weather Service

“Grave Goods” book by Ariana Franklin like CSI set in the past.

Ron Bolyard’s column teaches you about the geology of the valley.

File photo submitted by Richard Cayia Rowe/Special to the Kern River Courier

Children get ready for their special run in last year’s event. See details inside. art contests featuring artworks made with recycled materials, many of which will be displayed at the Opening Dinner on March 17. It will be held from 5 to 7pm at the Odd Fellows Hall in Kernville. Tickets are $10 (includes a $1 raffle ticket). Kids are $6. The dinner will be corned beef and cabbage, carrots, onions and

Life vests may be required in public county waters in future

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Valley’s water to be subject of meeting March 9 Kern River Courier

Until now, wearing life preservers (otherwise known as PFDs – personal flotation devices) in county waters, except for boating, has been a personal decision. Unfortunately, it has been one that has cost many people their lives, especially in the treacherous lower Kern River. The county is now considering requiring all those who enter Kern County waters to wear PFDs. That may rankle some who prefer swimming without a PFD, but those who are fooled by placid-looking water that has a strong current underneath may find that the added buoyancy may help them get out alive. There will be two public meetings next week, one in Bakersfield and one in Lake Isabella, held by the

Fri.: Chance of showers, high 48.

It’s the season for wildflowers to start peeking out.

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Lake Isabella’s weekend weather

Festival gears up What’s big, green and is hurtling rapidly towards the Kern River Valley? It’s the “Living Green in the KRV” festival, the annual event that teaches us all how to conserve in our households, consume less energy, put out less waste, and maybe even save a little money doing it. It’s about finding alternative energy sources, like solar power and wind power. It teaches us to take care of this earth – it’s the only one we have. The festival is already underway with film festivals, contests and a big Town Hall meeting about water Tuesday, but the real event starts St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, and goes through March 21. The venues will include halls in Wofford Heights and Lake Isabella, and there will be field trips elsewhere in the valley. The complete festival details will be in a Courier supplement called “GreenLiving,” which will be inserted into next week’s issue, but here is some early information. If your appetite is whetted, be sure to read your copy of GreenLiving. It’s a gold mine of information. New events this year: •Recycled Art contests and shows: There will be

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Kern County Parks and Recreation Department. The department is the agency that oversees and patrols the surface of Isabella Lake. The department will be discussing the concept of requiring life preservers in the future with members of the public. It will likely be a hot button issue for many who feel that their personal liberties are being taken away, one by one. However, the stark reality of the signs at the bottom of the canyon stating how many have drowned in the Kern River cannot be ignored. • Lake Isabella, Veterans/Senior Center, Wednesday, March 10 at 6 p.m. • Bakersfield, Public Services Bldg., First Floor Conference Room, 2700 M St., March 17 at 6 p.m.

Richard Rowe of Wofford Heights, a retired city planner, is the Courier’s “Living Green” columnist. He has also established the latest of the valley’s big festivals, “Living Green in the KRV.” The first one was held last year, and this Water meeting Tuesday year’s festival March 9, 6 p.m., Senior is coming Center, Lake Isabella March 17-21. In connection with that festival, the Lake IsabellaBodfish Property Owners Association has partnered with the Living Green Festival to present a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, March 9 that will be about perhaps the most important subject these days, not just in the valley but in California – water.

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The Heart Walk may have been rainy but that didn’t keep people away.

Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 146,704 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 1102 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 414 cfs Borel Canal flow 382 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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Friday, March 5, 2010

The Courier Calendar Last year’s Run for Living Green was a success for all.

Water District; Chris Whitley, CalWater KRV; Bob Robinson, Upper Kern Watershed Coordinator; and Chuck Lackey, Kern County Engineering & Survey Services Director. There will be a moderated Q&A. tp follow. For more information, call LIBPOA president Ron Benoit at (760) 379-1830.

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Spotlighting the best of the Kern River Valley Owners/Editors/Publishers Michael Batelaan Mike Devich Contributing Editor Mike Ludiker Contributors/Columnists Mike Mencarini Rod Middleworth Matt Freeman Bodfish Bob Ron Bolyard Donna Fitch California Joe Richard Rowe Clarence Semonious Harry Thal Photographers Michael Batelaan, Mike Devich, Mike Ludiker Contributing Photographer Murdoc Douglas Ad Production Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker Advertising Sales Valerie Minoux Business Office Sara Wakeman Subscription Information The Kern River Courier is published and mailed weekly for $35 per year. Send payment to: Kern River Courier P.O. Box 1145 Wofford Heights, CA 93285 Advertising policies Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. Cancellations or rejection shall not preclude payment on similar advertising previously run. KRV Publishing and the Kern River Courier are not liable for errors in copy or an advertisement beyond the cost of the actual space occupied by the error. Publisher reserves the right to place the word “advertisement” on any ad copy that appears to resemble editorial matter. Submission policies Editorial and photo submissions are welcome and will run at the discretion of the editors. Submissions will only be returned when accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. The editors reserve the right to edit all submissions. The entire contents of the Kern River Courier are copyright ©2010 KRV Publishing. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written consent. All rights reserved. Letters policies Letters to the Editor are run when space permits. They are meant as an open forum for expression. The views expressed in the letters to the editor within this paper are not necessarily the views of this paper, nor those of the staff. Letters to the editor pertaining to local issues and events or those that affect our area are encouraged. Please include your real name, address and phone number for verification. Pen names or incomplete names are not allowed. The Kern River Courier reserves the right to exclude any letter to the editor, or edit its contents for length and prevention of libel, or for other reasons as seen fit by the editors. Letters should not exceed 200 words.

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Rummage Sale to be held by Eastern Star March 5 The Kern Valley Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star will hold a Rummage Sale on Friday March 5th from 8am to 3pm and Saturday March 6th from 8am to 1pm. The sale will be located at the former Dam Corner #1 store, at the corner of 155 and 178, across the street from the Shell station in Lake Isabella.

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 • 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. • 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. Let’s plan some trips! • 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844. • 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, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Heights. 376-4249. • 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting at

Town Hall meeting about valley water issues March 9 A Town Hall Meeting about water issues in the Kern River Valley, hosted by the Lake Isabella Bodfish Property Owners Assoc., will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 9 at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Panelists include Chuck Williams, Kern River Watermaster; Lucinda Sue Crosby, Indian Wells Valley 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.

Houchin Bloodmobile coming to Veterans Hall March 9 The Houchin Community Bloodmobile will be at the Veterans/Senior Center on Tuesday, March 9 from 1 to 6 p.m. to collect blood. The blood bank is in severe need of blood from the public. To find out how you can help and the restrictions, call (661) 323-4222. Parks and Rec to hold Flotation meeting March 10 The Kern County Parks and Recreation Department will be conducting a public meeting in the Kern River Valley to discuss the concept of requiring life preservers/personal floatation devices for access to public waters within Kern County on March 10 at 6 p.m. at the Vet’s Hall in Lake Isabella. Sweet Adelines hold Friends and Family Night March 11 The Kern Valley Chorus of the national Sweet Adelines organization will have their Friends and Family Night on March 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. No admission charge. For more information, call Cheryl at (760) 376-4124. KRV Astronomy Club to hold Star Party March 13 Come observe the heavens over the Kern River Valley on March 13 at 7pm with the Kern River Valley Astronomy Club. Club members will share their outstanding telescopes (or bring yours or good binoculars). Drive about 13 miles north of Kernville, watch for orange traffic cones on your right to mark to turn in (dim your car's lights). For more information, call KRV Astronomy Club President Rich Burdge (at 760) 376-6290 or (760) 376-1291. Kern Valley Youth Football and Cheer to be held March 14 There will be a fundraiser for Kern Valley Youth Football and Cheer at El Portal II in Lake Isabella on March 14 from 10 am - 2pm. Come and have a yummy brunch and support KV Youth Football and Cheer. Set clocks ahead for Daylight Saving Time March 14 When you go to bed Saturday night March 13, set your clocks ahead one hour. Daylight Saving Time returns on Sunday March 14 at 2 a.m. “Living Green in the KRV” festival March 17-21 “Living Green” means to live while making as small a footprint upon the planet as you can. It can save you money, too! Learn all about recycling, composting, ways to save water and electricity, reduce your waste output, and many more tips and business

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Friday, March 5, 2010

Kern River Courier

Things I Have Noticed...

Let’s all go to Camp Bow Wow Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

Our son Glenn lives in Tennessee. We get back there as often as we can. We usually drive, because we are windshield explorers and travel a lot of backroads from our house to his. I have noticed that on our arrival, while be are being warm- Middleworth ly greeted by our son, we are always under the scrutiny of his dog Jack, an Alaskan Husky with a shiny brown and black coat and blue eyes that look right through you. The last time we were there, I had the honor of taking Jack on his daily walk. I used a leash that extends and then rolls up into the handle. Notice I just said that I take Jack for a walk. Change that to “Jack takes me for a walk.” His walk goes through treelined streets and empty lots in a suburban area 10 minutes from downtown Nashville. Jack knows where he wants to go and I don't. So he pulls me along his route and all I do is follow with a plastic doggy bag. The walk is about a mile. We meet all his doggy friends, as well as early morning joggers, all saying hi to Jack but ignoring me.

I tell the above to underline the status and importance of Jack to my son. When Glenn visits us by air, he leaves Jack behind, but not with just anyone. What he does is board Jack out to a kennel that promises good care. After an exhaustive search, he found a kennel called Camp Bow Wow. Instead of Glenn interviewing the kennel owners, they interviewed him to make sure Jack would fit in with the other guests at the camp. Evidently Jack passed their rigid criteria because he was allowed to stay. Each dog has his own doggy mansion to sleep in and is allowed to play in the big yard with the other “guests,” who share a 2 p.m. Milkbone snack time daily. Oh yes, the yard has a minicam a and Web site that operates from 9 til 5 pm. The site cyberscans the play yard. If we go to the Bow Wow website we can see Jack and his friends live on camera. Thusly we are assured he is alive, well-fed and happy. I don't ask Glenn how much Camp Bow Wow costs. I don't want to know. But he and Jack are happy and that would seem to be enough. 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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Southern California Edison plans solar power class in Lake Isabella Kern River Courier

Are you thinking about making the big move to solar power? Southern California Edison is planning a free class in Lake Isabella on the California Solar Initiative (CSI) program and the incentives it offers to local homeowners who decide to “go solar.” The class will be held at Cerro Coso Community College, room G-8, on April 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. SCE customers will learn about solar energy basics; benefits of installing a solar energy system; tax credits and other financial models that can help reduce upfront costs; a and financial incentives through the CSI program. This 90-minute, nontechnical, easyto-understand classes is free but

requires registration because space is limited. To register, visit www.sce.com/solartraining or call (866) 970-9221. Southern California Edison is an Edison International (NYSE:EIX) company. Southern California Edison is one of the nation’s largest electric utilities, serving a population of nearly 14 million via 4.9 million customer accounts in a 50,000-square-mile service area within Central, Coastal and Southern California. Additional classes will be held in Lancaster (March 10); Santa Barbara/Goleta (March 16); Tehachapi (March 23); Valencia (March 30); Torrance (April 6); Arcadia (April 8); Bishop (April 13); Ridgecrest (April 14); and Victorville (April 20).

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

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Kern River Valley information Recreation Info U.S. Forest Service

Lake Isabella office: 4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy. 155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178) (760) 379-5646 Kernville Office: 105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner from the museum) (760) 376-3781

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Sheriff’s Department and CHP 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. (760) 549-2100 Weekdays only, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Kern Valley Hospital Kern Valley Healthcare District

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Trout, trout and more trout Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier Columnist

The Kern River Fish Hatchery surprised us again this week with another truckload of those off-the-hook trophy-sized trout. The river area in Kernville has been producing fish in the 4 to 6 pound class. Dwayne at Primo’s has been taking pictures and weighing the fish. Stop in and check out the pics. My neighbor has been camping and fishing Red’s Marina with decent fish being caught. The plant last week of Tim Alpers rainbows has helped. It seems to me the trout in the lake never really turned on this winter, unlike past winters. As the Isabella Lake Fishing Derby fast approaches, let me remind everyone that in a few short weeks, we will be under siege around the lake with people coming from all over. Let’s try to remember that they are our guests for a short time only. Please exercise patience and tolerance. We hope they pack their good manners also. The Derby is a really big deal to the Kern River Valley communities. So let’s make our guests feel welcome and make

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Chuck Brand from San Pedro caught these 5 Lb and 5.5 Lb. Rainbow Trout on Panther Martins at Riverside Park in Kernville. this the best Derby yet. Good luck to all and may you have tagged fish in your future! Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and a volunteer at the Kern River Fish Hatchery.

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Previews of new DVDs by DNA Smith Released the week of March 15: PICKS OF THE WEEK "The Princess and the Frog" (Rated G) -- From the directors of "The Little Mermaid" and "Aladdin," with music by Randy Newman, Disney returns to the classic 2-D animation that made the studio famous. "The Princess and the Frog" is noteworthy because it is the first Disney cartoon to feature an AfricanAmerican girl as its hero. The story takes place in New Orleans, and the film's heroine, Tiana, has dreams Princess and of opening a restaurant. Her dream is put on hold when a Prince, turned into a frog by a voodoo spell, mistakes the girl for a princess. He gets her to kiss him, hoping the curse will be lifted. Instead, Tiana is also turned into a frog and the two must go on a journey to find a way to restore themselves to their human forms. While not up to the standards of, say, "The Lion King" or "Beauty and the Beast," "The Princess and the Frog" is still better than the CGI animated fare we've been getting from Disney these past few years, and a notch or two above the studio's wretched straight-to-DVD offerings. "Mr. Bean's Most Memorable Moments" (Unrated) -- In the tradition of Charlie Chaplin and Jacques "Mr. Hulot" Tati, Rowan Atkinson's Mr. Bean is pure comedic genius. With virtually zero dialogue, Atkinson has cre-

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ated an internationally beloved character whose battles with life's little challenges escalate to epic slapstick situations. Only in the world of Mr. Bean could the simple act of preparing a Christmas dinner degenerate into a chaotic mess wherein our hero finds himself with his head embedded in an enormous turkey. If you've never seen the award-winning TV series, this inexpensive compilation of a few of the show's funniest moments is the perfect introduction. "South Park: The Complete Thirteenth Season" (TVMA) -Colorado's vulgar moppets return for anoththe Frog er solid season of satirically skewering current events and pop culture. From the Jonas Brothers and their purity rings, to Somali pirates, Kanye West, "Whale Wars" and professional wrestling, no one is safe from ridicule -- not even the ghost of Michael Jackson. My favorite episode of the season, though, is "The Coon," which spoofs the "dark" comic-book films like "The Watchmen," "Dark Knight" and just about everything Frank Miller has ever written. TV SERIES "Breaking Bad" The Complete Second Season "Monk" Season Eight "Deadliest Catch" Seasons One to Five "Caillou: Caillou Pretends to Be" "Hawaii Five-O" Eighth Season c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

"Grave Goods" by Ariana Franklin (Berkley Publishing, $15) Reviewed by Ealish Waddell

When a devastating fire at one of the holiest sites in Britain uncovers an old coffin containing two mysterious skeletons, rumors fly that the remains are those of the most famous of Celts, King Arthur, and his beloved wife Guinevere. No one wants this to be true more than King Henry II, whose ongoing struggle against the rebellious Welsh would gain a major advantage were their beloved mythical hero proven to be actually, finally dead. To bolster his case, he summons his "mistress of the art of death," Adelia Aguilar, to identify the bones. Raised and educated among the scholars and scientists of Italy, Adelia is skilled not only in the art of medicine and healing, but also the emerging field of forensic science. It's a unique talent that tends to make her a target of suspicion, paranoia and accusations of witchcraft, but the fiercely independent Adelia refuses to let anyone dictate her lifestyle -- except, of course, the king, the one person she can't refuse. Though it intrigues her, the case is not the only thing weighing on Adelia's mind. She is worried for her friend and traveling companion, who has suddenly gone missing. The secretive villagers seem to have their own plans for her. She can't shake the irritating Welsh bard who has attached himself to her party. And on top of everything else, her ex is in town, and the sparks between them threaten to ignite an entirely different kind of conflagration. An intriguing take on the CSI genre, the fast-paced "Grave Goods" is enlivened by interesting characters and evocative, gritty descriptions of life in 12th-century England. As this is the third book in a series, readers who want a fuller picture of Adelia's history may wish to start with an earlier volume, but any fan of historical dramas or forensic thrillers can enjoy this riveting tale on its own. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

By Cindy Elavsky Q: I really loved "Avatar" and have been hearing talk of sequel(s). Please tell me this is true! -- David G., via e-mail A: Director James Cameron has hinted that the rumors are true. I spoke recently with CCH Pounder -who plays Mo'at, the mother of Neytiri and the spiritual leader of Omaticaya clan of Pandora -- and she also verified that the idea of further adventures on Pandora is definitely a great possibility. CCH explains: "I know that he (James Cameron) did semi-announce that he is going to make a sequel -- that he is going to take a break, but he did have a story idea. I think perhaps it was always that this would be some sort of a trilogy story. "I don't think it would take as long, because we already have the world of Pandora created, and it all exists in the digital world. All you have to do is put the story and characters Taylor Hicks in it. I think, Suzy, his wife, would greatly appreciate a break, and his children would love to see him hang about a bit. He's kind of a workaholic guy. It might be four years, and it might be next year (that he starts working on it)." *** Q: I am a huge fan of "American Idol," and was wondering what one of my favorite past winners, Taylor Hicks, is doing now? -- Margie F., Hartford, Conn.

A: The Season Five winner of "American Idol" is currently touring the country in "Grease," playing the role of Teen Angel. He also recently released his first concert DVD called "Whomp at the Warfield," which is sure to delight members of his "Soul Patrol." When I caught up with Taylor recently, he told me how much he is enjoying trying his hand at acting: "(Being in "Grease") has been great. It's allowed me to get into acting and understand roleplaying, and it's just a great starting point for me in the acting field." CONTEST ALERT: Speaking of Taylor Hicks, with five copies of his "Whomp at the Warfield" DVD up for grabs. Correctly answer this Taylor-related trivia question: "What songs did Taylor sing in the 'Idol' finale, which ultimately crowned him the winner?" Send your answer (with your name and address) to: Cindy Elavsky, Celebrity Extra, King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Or go to www.celebrityextraonline.com to enter. Entries must be received (or postmarked) by April 30. Five winners will be chosen and announced in a future column. *** Have a question for Cindy? E-mail her at letters@cindy elavsky. com, or write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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WATER continued from page 1 Rowe related to the Courier, “Mark Twain is reported to have said ‘whiskey is for drinking; water is for fighting over.’” Will we have enough, and if we do, will we be able to afford it? And what about the quality? These are some of the thoughts that might be discussed at the meeting. The Town Hall Meeting is entitled "Major Water Issues in the KRV," and it will be held at 6pm Tuesday, March 9, in the Senior Room at the Kern River Veterans/Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., in Lake Isabella. The meeting is free and the public encouraged to attend. There will be panelists from several water agencies in the county, as well as Chuck Lackey, director of Kern County’s Engineering and Survey Services Department. The panel will be followed by questions and answers, moderated by the association’s Carol Rutledge. For more information, call the LIBPOA president, Ron Benoit, at (760) 379-1830.

Voices of Faith

The comics can have underlying meaning Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

Biblical understanding I found in the comics’ “Pickles” has Earl trying to adjust the TV volume using a cordless phone. A voice from the phone says, “Hello? Hello?” Earl remarks “…that explains why the stupid phone wasn’t working either.” Earl has useful devices, but they are not interchangeable. They Semonious function in the role they are created to serve. Phones and remotes transmit information to that which is made useful by it. When the word of the Lord gave this warning, “If I say to the wicked, O wicked one, you shall surely die, and you do not speak to warn the wicked to turn from his way, that wicked person shall die in his iniquity, but his blood I will require at your hand.” Ezekiel 33:8. The word of the Lord equipped Jeremiah to give certain information to the house of Israel. I have the responsibility to use the information from the word of the Lord in my own life and those for whom I have an authentic responsibility. By the authority of scripture, each person is put on notice of a responsibility to speak up to warn those for whom the word of the Lord has made that person watchman. This issue of Mutts brings a world update. “The sun rose, the birds sang, rivers flowed, grass grew, flowers bloomed, snow fell, the stars twinkled and that’s the way it is. Indeed, “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall

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“Voices of Faith” is a rotating column featuring messages from all churches. Pastors, please e-mail 400-word messages to office@kernrivercourier.com

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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Your Health

And now... here’s the rest of the story Kern River Courier

One of my favorite radio commentators was the late Paul Harvey. Mr. Harvey had a feature he called "The Rest of the Story," where he followed up on news items, telling the back story or a follow-up after the reporters had moved on to something else. While the news is still unfolding, I think my readers deserve "the rest of the story" regarding current news media talk about the Anthem Blue Cross rate increase. This increase has echoed from California all the way to Washington, DC. The reported story has unnerved more than 800,000 Californians with needless worry that they would be receiving a 39% rate increase... poppycock! Only a very small number of people are getting that large an increase. The policies affected are those with

the greatest and most comprehensive coverage. If you had such a policy, were in good health, and money was getting tight in these uncertain economic times, wouldn't you look to lower your health insurance costs and seek out other plans? The answer is to assume a greater risk, seek insurance coverage to protect you from the larger possibilities, and pay your own expenses for the minor stuff. Many Californians have done just that, moving to higher deductible plans. The end result is that the sicker people choose to remain on the comprehensive plans. Add to that the ever-rising and unchecked cost of health care, and you have the formula for a large rate hike. This past November, Anthem filed with state regulators their proposed increase and it was approved. Only because it became a good vehicle for renewed debate following the

Massachusetts elections did this issue reach the White House. The media stated that there was a price increase for hundreds of thousands, and worded it to seem as if all individual policy holders were to get a 39% increase. Senior citizens tend to be the most vulnerable group, as their incomes are limited, and in many cases, much income has been lost due to investment losses over the past several years. I have not once read in any of the media that Anthem Blue Cross lowered the cost for most of California on their most popular Medicare Supplement (F) plan. Yes, the young people are getting rate increases. Most about 20%. Strange that all the other individual companies who are smaller and less newsworthy have similar rate increases, but haven't received the same press. And the final blow of miscommunication is that there have been

reports of the huge 4th quarter profits on the Anthem Blue Cross books. How can they consider raising rates when they scored a huge profit? Nothing in the media mentioned that the profit was not related to premiums, but an internal move. They sold their mail order pharmacy business! When you sell a going, profitable business you intend to make a profit. And the deal contains a benefit to the consumer that the new management will continue to supply Anthem members. Hence the need to reserves. I just thought it would be nice to let my readers know "the rest of the story". As Paul Harvey would say, "Good Day!" The information provided is not intended as a substitute for legal or other professional services. Legal or other expert assistance should be sought before making any decision that may affect your situation.

Mineral oil won’t keep you regular, but don’t tell grandpa Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Kern River Courier Syndicated Columnist

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My father is 88 and quite headstrong. He has taken a daily dose of mineral oil for years and years. He says it keeps him regular. Should he continue to do this? Could it harm him? -- K.H. ANSWER: Mineral oil was once a favorite treatment for constipation and for its prevention. It's not a great way to combat either. It interferes with the absorption of vitamins A, D, E and K, and it can block absorption of other nutrients. He should take it before eating or before taking any medicines or vitamins. If it goes down the wrong way -- into the lungs rather than the stomach -- it causes pneumonia. Your dad is 88. I take it he is in reasonable health. He's been taking mineral oil for years and years without facing any consequences. I would mention to him that this isn't a good idea. However, he is at an age when he can do most anything he wants. If he objects, I wouldn't push matters too hard. The booklet on constipation and its treatment deals with this common problem in depth. Readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 504W,

Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient's printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. *** DEAR DR. DONOHUE: If a person is all alone and choking from something caught in the throat, this person cannot perform the Heimlich maneuver on himself. Would it be good for that person to insert a finger into the back of the throat to provoke regurgitations and clear the airway? -- C. ANSWER: If food or anything else gets caught in the windpipe (the trachea), a solo person can dislodge it by bending over a sturdy chair so the abdomen, just above the navel (bellybutton), rests on the top of the chair. A kitchen chair with a wooden back is a good choice. Then the person pushes the abdomen with an inward and slightly upward thrust against the top of the chair. It should generate a burst of air through the windpipe to dislodge whatever is stuck there. Repeat the thrust as many times as necessary. If a chair is unavailable, then make a fist with one hand and cover it with the

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If you have been out and about over the last couple of weeks, you have not been able to avoid seeing the signs of spring popping up all over. First was the greening up of the slopes, hastened by the ample spring rainstorms. Then yellow goldenrod and coreopsis began to splash some yellow on the green. Fruit trees are blossoming everywhere. Early spring is beginning to catch up to the valley, with palette of colors just beginning in the foothills. April should be glorious, with blues and oranges as the lupine and the poppies begin to emerge. Grab your camera, as local resident Maryann Ryan did recently. Capture the color to display inside your home.

Spring’s bounty Photos by Maryann Ryan Special to the Kern River Courier

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These wildflowers are growing in the Kern River Canyon, at about the level of Richbar Campground. Look for them to start blooming in earnest in the Kern River Valley itself with the first wave of warm weather.

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Green films to be shown Sunday Richard Cayia Rowe Special to the Courier

On Sunday, March 7, Kern River Valley Revitalizaton will show three free green films at the Reel Cinema movie theater (next to the Elks Lodge) in Wofford Heights from 10am to 2pm. This is the fourth Sunday of free green films Richard Rowe before the Living Green Festival starts later this month. Films are selected by a Green Film Festival committee chaired by Kernville filmmaker Joy Tessman with co-chairs Katie Olivares and Valerie Cassity. The Green Film Festival’s mission is to provide free access to fresh and diverse environmental films that highlight urgent contemporary issues and offer accessible solutions. There will be a 50/50 raffle, including door prizes, to help pay for the theatre rental and film DVDs. After the festival is over, KRVR donates the DVDs to the Kern County Library so that anyone can take them out and watch them at home. The free films include: 10 a.m. “EarthDance” shorts from the 2009 Short Attention Span Environmental Film

Festival. 11:50 a.m. “Simple Question: The Story of STRAW,” the story of a 4th grade class project which began restoration of over 20 miles of Stemple Creek Watershed, galvanizing the local community and leading to significant educational innovations. Spirit of Activism Award winner at the 2010 Wild & Scenic Film Festival. Kern County premiere. 12:30 p.m. “The Yes Men Fix the World” – a screwball true story about two gonzo activists who, posing as top execs of giant corporations, lie their way into big business conferences and pull off most outrageous pranks on corporations running amok. The film screening ends at 2 p.m. with a short showing, the Alberta Ballet dancing to Joni Mitchell's “Big Yellow Taxi” song. The 2010 Living Green KRV festival program, GreenLiving (produced by the Kern River Courier), will be available for the first time at this event. Check www.LivingGreenKRV.org for updates on the festival. Richard Rowe is a retired city planner, living in Wofford Heights. He is website administrator of KRVR.org for Kern River Valley Revitalization.

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Talking About Real Estate

Here’s how to get a loan Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist

equity or a large down those great rates are available on either a purchase or a re-fi. So here are the basics you need to gather for a lender in order to do a mortgage loan: 1: 3 Months Checking and Savings Statements, all pages 2: 2 Forms of ID to comply with the Patriot Act 3: Latest retirement account statements, all pages. 4: 2 years W2's 5: 2 Years tax returns if self employed. 6: 2 Latest Paycheck stubs

This week I would like to touch on the best way to get a real estate loan, and what your lender will need to facilitate that for clients. I have talked before about how the lending environment has changed in the last couple of years. I have noticed monumental changes Matt Freeman in lending pracAs well as DNA, blood samtices and underples, etc... Just kidding! It seems writing guidelines with all of like it, though. When you are the loans that our office origidoing a loan the banks really nates as well as other lenders. investigate. Even though it can FHA\VA\Conforming, everybe frustrating with the extra thing has changed and is guidelines and more patience is changing. More money down is required for sure, the payoff is needed, a great better loan at a credit is great Everything has changed and is changneeded, rate in ing. and typone of ically the escrows --Matt Freeman greatest are takbuyer's ing markets longer this because banks are doing more nation has ever seen. investigation. However, interest rates are incredibly low! Matt Freeman is a Realtor They change daily, of course, with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty and there are many factors that (760) 379-5915 or cell 223-0880. go into what determines the His column is not intended to rates, but with good credit and replace legal advice.

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Friday, March 5, 2010

California Joe’s Storytelling Corner

Living large, writing sports California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist

Bat Masterson was a cool fellow, especially the way he died. Bat died sitting at his desk writing a sports column. I could handle that. Ol’ Bat was quite a character. Born in Illinois in 1855, he and his brother, Ed, left for Dodge City at an early age and began a buffaloCalifornia Joe killing, whiskey-swilling, Comanche-dodging spree. Later he became sheriff of Dodge City. During the remainder of his term, Bat met such notables as Doc Holliday and the James brothers. Later he ran a saloon and gambling hall, but he became an ardent prohibitionist in 1876. However, his temperance was short lived. He soon returned to the juice. His manner became pugnacious and he swaggered around in a gunbelt heavy with Colt .45, openly defying a city ordinance that forbade the carrying of sidearms. Bat was tippling a high-noon whiskey when a gun barrel tickled his kidneys and a voice requested he leave Denver by the 4 p.m. train. Bat left. In the summer of 1902, Bat hit

New York and took up residence. New Yorkers saw him as a living legend and President Theodore Roosevelt appointed him United States Marshal of the southern district of New York state. Bat was getting older now. In 1907 Bat resigned from the marshal’s post and became the sports editor on the Morning Telegraph. He held that job until October 25, 1921, when they found him dead, slumped over his desk. Bat had quite a life. For years he had been in the habit of buying guns at hock and junk stores, carving 20 or so notches into the butts and handing them out to his legion of awe-struck admirers. Dozens of these “this was Bat Masterson’s sixgun!” are probably still going the rounds. I’ll bet ol’ Bat looked great strolling around Dodge City in his Sunday best. He was a sharp dresser and always twirled his walking stick. This was the first year I missed the local cowboys shooting at each other in front of The Drug Store in Kernville after the Whiskey Flat Days Parade. If you were there I’ll bet you could just imagine ol’ Bat Masterson twirling his walking stick by Circle Park. 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 with the remaining margarine, oil and chicken fingers. Bodfish Bob’s Shepherd’s Pie 1/2 diced sweet onion 1 lb. hamburger 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can Veg-All ( or peas & carrots ) Instant mashed potatoes (make according to directions for 4-6 servings ) 1 c shredded cheddar cheese

Bodfish Bob's Corn Flake Chicken Fingers 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup flour 2 eggs, beaten 2 1/2 cups crushed corn flakes 2 tablespoons each margarine and canola oil

Cut chicken breasts lengthwise into strips. Coat the strips with flour then dip each in the beaten egg. Roll the strips in the cornflakes. Set the strips on wax paper until ready to cook. At this point the strips can be refrigerated for use the next day. In a non stick skillet over medium heat, melt half of the margarine. Stir in half of the canola oil. Add half of the chicken and cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side or the until the coating is crisp and the chicken is no longer pink inside. Remove from the pan and keep the fingers warm. Repeat

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 deg oven for 20-30 mins til cheese melts. Bodfish Bob's Sour Cream Pie 1 c. Sour cream (8 oz.) 8 oz. Philadelphia cream cheese 1/3 c. Sugar 2 tsp. Vanilla 8 oz. Cool Whip 1 graham cracker crust (lg. 9 oz. NOT frozen, but on regular shelves)

Mix sour cream, softened cream cheese, sugar and vanilla. Fold in Cool Whip. Pour mixture into prepared graham cracker crust. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Web at www.bodfishbob.com. You can write to him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com

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Collecting

Our Valley, Our Earth

1915 pocket camera collectible

Slopes do a mass movement

Larry Cox Courier Syndicated Columnist

Q: I have a Kodak No. 1A Folding Pocket Camera that was sold by Kodak in 1915. Is there a way to determine its present value? -- Georgetta, Albuquerque, N.M. A: The Eastman Kodak company originally introduced its No. 1-A Folding Pocket Camera in 1899. After a design change in 1905, it continued to be manufactured until about 1915. It was an extremely popular camera and took fairly good pictures. To find out its approximate value I checked eBay and discovered the same model as your camera being offered for sale with a minimum bid of $99. There were no bidders. I next checked with an advanced camera collector, who told me that the No. 1-A Folding Pocket Cameras manufactured during the ‘teens generally sell in the $35 to $65 range in good to excellent condition. *** Q: I have a baseball-card collection, and would like to know whom you recommend for selling it. -Bettie, Fairmount, Ind. A: I would begin by consulting a good price guide. There are dozens available. I especially like the Baseball Card Price

Guide by Joe Clemens (Krause, $21.99), which references more than 375,000 issues. Since it is updated annually, the prices accurately reflect today's marketplace. By educating yourself and getting a better idea of what you have, you will be better prepared to contact dealers and collectors in order to sell your collection. *** Q: I have all the sets for Ma and Pa Kettle and the Little Rascals. Where can I sell them? -- Angie, Sun City, Ariz. A: What exactly do you have? Do you have original 35mm film prints from the 1930s and '40s, or do you have collector cards or books? Are your sets of later issue and on video tape or DVD? Without knowing what format your collection is, I don't have enough information to help you. *** Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to antiquequestions@aol.com. Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox is unable to personally answer all reader questions. Do not send any materials requiring return mail.

Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist

This week I am starting a series about the Mass Movement of earth materials. Mass Movements are caused by the force of gravity overcoming the ability of soils, rocks, rock particles and weathered debris to cohere to each other, on slopping terrain, allowing them to Ron Bolyard move downhill slowly or sometimes catastrophically. These are typically called landslides, but geologists have classified them into a series of defined events that could be uneventful to catastrophic in scope. The amounts of debris and there speed of movement depends largely upon the steepness of the slope (gradient), underlying rocks and the amount of groundwater present within the soil to assist the movement with a lubrication of

the matrix. The diagram shows the downgrade movement of debris in a very slow and perhaps imperceptible manner. This is called "Soil Creep". The imperceptible downhill creep of the soil can be perceived in time by the tilting of trees, displacement of fences, home foundations that develop cracks, cracks in swimming pools and perhaps very small mounds of soil that tend to pile together, etc. Creep is normally not associated with earthquakes nor tremors, but could be triggered by low level seismic activity, such as earth tremors, nearby roadways, highways, agriculture and commerce. Soil Creep should be considered when real estate is being considered for the purchase of property upon which a home dwelling is to be built. County and city engineers can provide useful information concerning these locations where soil creep is present. UNTIL NEXT WEEK … Ron Bolyard is a retired geologist and has developed an “acute interest” in the geology of the southern Sierra Nevada since he moved here in 1999.

Running: Healthy and green Richard Cayia Rowe Coordinator, Living Green Festival

This year's 5K for adults and 1K Little Kids' Race will be run adjacent to Isabella Lake through Wofford Heights Park on Saturday, March 20. The Run for Living Green is put on by Run-4-AWay, a local nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the health, fitness and well-being of the citizens of the Kern River Valley. Run-4-A-Way volunteers accomplish its mission by raising money through promotion, organizing and putting on running and biking events in the Kern River Valley. Using the proceeds from these events, Run-4-AWay has contributed to numerous programs throughout the valley in the last several years. Some of the many events and organizations that Run-4-AWay has supported are: local AYSO teams, Kern Valley Aquatics Program, Keep Camp KEEP, The Annual South Fork School/Forrest Wallace Livestrong Scholarship, and Mt. SAC Cross Country race for local runners, just name a few. The fee for the 5K race is $25 if you pre-register before March 18, $30 after. The Kids' Race is free! Kids must be 10 or under on race day. For online registration, go to: http://tinyurl.com/2010-Run-forLiving-Green-RSVP. Proceeds from the Run for Living Green will benefit Run-4-A-Way and the Living Green Kern River Valley Festival. All paid/sponsored entrants receive the 2010 Living Green eco-friendly stainless steel water bottle and eco-conscious event T-shirt (others can buy a stainless steel water bottle for $5 or event T-shirt for $10). To be sure to get a T-shirt in your size on the day of the race; you need to have registered before March 18. Check-In/Last Minute Registration is 7 to 8:00am, Saturday, March 20 at the start area, Wofford Heights Park, end of Williams St. at E. Evans Road, Wofford Heights. Kids' 1K (about ½ mile) race starts at 7:45 am sharp. 5K races start at 8am. Contact Darby at (760) 376-1067 cptdarbo@lightspeed.net or Mike at (760) 376-4405 mikelanephoto@mac.com for more information.

GREEN con’t from page 1 potatoes (a vegetarian option is available). Dessert will be gooseberry and Granny Smith apple crumble with vanilla ice cream. Beer, wine and root beer will be available for purchase (supports Kernville Odd Fellows Lodge). • Saturday, March 20, activities will be concentrated around the Green Expo at the Family Life Center in Wofford Heights, moving the Green Workshops there. A new addition is a Local Talent Music Showcase, featuring Kern River Valley musicians, from noon to 4 p.m. A silent auction and raffle will offer more than $5,500 in prizes, ranging from two nights at the Oak Flat Fire Lookout overlooking the Central Valley, vacation rooms or camping opportunities, rafting, adventure and fly fishing packages, many restaurant discount certificates, artwork, clothing, collectibles and services. Also added this year is the 1st Annual Green Fashion Show & High Tea at the Elks Lodge across Wofford Heights Blvd. from the Family Life Center. This event was nearly sold out by press time. • On Sunday, March 21, the Kern Valley Community Faire is planned to be an annual celebration of local clubs, groups, organizations, services and their volunteers. It will be on held from noon to 3pm at Kern River Veterans/Senior Building in Lake Isabella. • Next door (in Vet's Room #2) on Sunday from 10am to 3pm, the KRV Garden Group will be offering five free garden talks and workshops. Topics include: "Medicinal Native Plants in the Garden," "Growing Prize-winning Patio & House Plants," "Butterfly & Hummingbird Gardening with Native Plants," "Square Foot Gardening"& "Opportunities for Community Gardens in the KRV." See the Festival Schedule in GreenLiving (out next week) or krvr.org for more details. • Also new is a Bicycle Commuter Workshop & Kern Valley BMX Track/Bike Lane Celebration on Thursday, March 17th. And the 22nd Annual Keyesville Classic Mountain Bike Race is being held in conjunction with the festival for the first time this year. For more details, see GreenLiving or krvr.org.

Bicycling: A green travel alternative Richard Cayia Rowe Coordinator, Living Green Festival

Want to lose weight, get fit, save money, help the environment, relieve stress, and feel happier? Riding a bike around town for short errands can help you achieve all this, and is easier than you may think. Join a large group of people who will be investigating this mode of travel through Lake Isabella on Thursday, March 18 from 5 to 6:30pm. This workshop will show you how to incorporate short bike commutes into your busy lifestyle. Mechanics will be on hand to tune your bike, and bikes will be on display and available for short demonstration rides – including revolutionary "recumbent trikes" that enable people who think bicycles are too uncomfortable or difficult for them to realistically use. A round-table of bike experts will answer questions and provide solutions for every excuse you have to not ride a bike. There will also be an exhibit of more traditional bikes and equipment for commuting. Bicycle motocross (or BMX) bikes and gear will be on hand along with a demo team, in celebration of the new BMX Track to be constructed soon in Kernville. Chris Brayman (“Turncoat Chris” in the recent Whiskey Flat Mayor race) will be there to give us information and an update on the facility. After a 30-40 minute workshop, everyone will embark on a group bike ride utilizing the bike lane along Isabella Blvd. The ride will be short, flat, and will make several stops along the way to sample refreshments and wares of the Living Green sponsors. Bring your bike and you must wear your helmet. Kids are encouraged, but need to be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Isabella True Value Hardware parking lot, 6050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Contact Darby cptdarbo@lightspeed.net (760)376-1067 or Chris cmbiker@hotmail.com

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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. _________________________

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EVENTS continued from page 2 information. The “Living Green in the KRV” Festival will take place from March 17 to 21 in Wofford Heights. It’s free. See krvr.org for more information. Fuller’s staff to hold office hours in valley March 18 Assemblymember Jean Fuller announced that her staff will hold office hours at the Kern County Building, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella on Thursday, March 18th, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. To schedule an appointment with Assemblymember Fuller’s staff, the community is encouraged to call Fuller’s District Office at 661-395-2995. McCarthy’s staff to hold office hours in valley March 18 A Field Representative for Congressman Kevin McCarthy will hold office hours on March 18 at the Kern County Building, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd., from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact: Vince Fong, District Director for Congressman McCarthyat (661) 327-3611.

Search for Talent coming The KV Exchange Club’s “Search for Talent” with the valley’s talented kids will be Saturday, March 13 at 6 p.m. at Kernville Elementary. Admission is free. Come watch and support the students.

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P.S. If more money is needed, have all members in Congress pay their taxes. And for good measure, make each member retire on existing Social Security and Medicare programs. You can bet both those programs would be fixed really fast too! Economy returns to normal, everything solved and you’re a hero.

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Nuui Cunni Center to join Living Green Festival The Nuui Cunni Indian Cultural Center in French Gulch will be offering an art show during the Living Green Festival, with a wildflower exhibit, demonstrations, kids activities, a Native Plant sale and more. The center will be open Saturday, March 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sunday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kern Valley Community Orchestra to perform March 21 The Kern Valley Community Orchestra will be presenting their Spring Concert at the Kernville Elementary School on Sunday, March 21, at 4 p.m. The selections to be performed include Go West, Blue Danube Waltz, Simple Gifts, Turkish March, Somewhere in Time, and more. Members of the orchestra will also be performing additional musical selections. Donations will be accepted at the door and children are admitted at no charge. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call Rick Fankhauser at 760-223-1069.

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1) Each MUST retire. Forty million jobs will then become available Unemployment fixed.

KV Community Faire to take place during fest March 21 Organizations and clubs are encouraged to take part in the first annual Kern Valley Community Faire at the Senior Center on March 21 during the Living Green festival. This is a perfect opportunity for your club or organization to share resources and successes with the community, seek new memberships, and thank current partners for their support. Spaces are $25. For more information, call Nancy Puckett at 379-2556.

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Mobile Homes 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.

DAR chapter to hold historical marker dedication March 24 The Kawaiisu chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be having a Historical Marker dedication on Wed., March 24 at 1 p.m. at Cottage Grove Cemetery on Highway 178 near Onyx. There will be a reception following. The public is welcome. Isabella Lake Fishing Derby takes place March 27-29 One of the state’s biggest fishing derbies takes place in March, with over $200,000 in prizes offered for those registered. Top prizes in the 2010 derby include eleven tagged trout worth $10,000 and one tagged trout worth $21,000. Call the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce at (760) 379-5236. 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. See www.kernfestival.org for details. Peter Lebec Rendezvous to be held April 21-25 The Peter Lebec Rendezvous is an old-style mountain man gathering that takes place every year in a remote location, away from 21st Century influences. All are welcome to attend. Period dress is highly recommended, but not required. There will be shooting events, a costume contest, jam session, dinner on Saturday night, a raffle and much more. The rendezvous event has a long tradition, back to the fur trading days. For location and more information, call “Booshway” Don Mills at (760) 382-8887 or visit www.bakersfieldmuzzleloaders.net To include your event in the Kern River Courier Calendar, just submit the information to the Courier (our addresses are on page 2) by Tuesday for each Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and admission price, if any, must be listed.

Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: MEDICAL MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS (2010-B0820) Street address of principal place of business: 9406 Aphrodite Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 13218, Bakersfield, CA 93389. REGISTRANT(S): Susan Ryall, 214 La Colina Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93305 and Jennifer Juarez, 9406 Aphrodite Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. H, Co-Partners. 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: Susan Ryall. This statement filed on 02/04/2010. Expires 02/04/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier February 26, March 5, 12 and 19, 2010.

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Courier chuckle of the week: "The reason they call it the American Dream is because you have to be asleep to believe it." George Carlin

See Page 16 for answers to puzzles

Salomeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Disappointed about something that didn't go your way? Look at the reasons it happened, and you could find a valuable lesson about what to do (or not do!) the next time. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) It's a good time to do some reassessing of plans and goals -- even how you considered redoing your bathroom. The point is to be open to change if change can improve things. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Take some time to learn who is the right person (or persons) to approach and discuss your ideas with for your new project. Also, reserve time for a family event. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Dealing with a demanding situation, as you recently did, could drain much of your own emotional reserves. Take time to indulge yourself in some well-earned pampering. LEO (July 23 to August 22) The regal Lion might feel that she or he is above emotional displays. But showing your feelings can be liberating for you, and reassuring for someone who has been waiting for you to do so. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) An emotionally needy person might make more demands than you can cope with. Best to ask for some breathing space NOW, before resentment sets in and makes communication difficult.

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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) An unexpected spate of mixed signals could cause serious schedule setbacks. Best to focus on straightening everything out as soon as possible and get everyone back on track. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Be aware that someone in the workplace could try to use a disagreement with a colleague against you. If so, be prepared to offer your side of the story with the facts to back you up. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) An unexpected challenge to a previous decision can be unsettling. But your reservoir of self-confidence should help carry the day for you. Good luck. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) While the idea of making a major move in the near future continues to interest you, don't overlook a new possibility that could be emerging closer to home. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Be careful not to base an upcoming decision on gossip or anything you might hear if it can't meet provable standards. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You might need to do some reassessing next week before you can close that sensitive situation. A new job-related opportunity could present itself later in the week. BORN THIS WEEK: You are extraordinarily sensitive to people's feelings, and you're always ready to offer comfort if necessary. c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. TELEVISION: What was the title of the theme song to the sitcom "Cheers"? 2. U.S. STATES: What state's motto is "North to the Future"? 3. MATH: Who is known as the father of geometry? 4. ASTRONOMY: What are Saturn's giant rings made of? 5. MOVIES: What was the first Pixar film to receive a PG rating? 6. GEOGRAPHY: Where is the Isle of Wight in relation to England? Answers:

1. "Where Everybody Knows Your Name" 2. Alaska 3. The Greek mathematician Euclid 4. Dust and ice 5. "The Incredibles" 6. It lies off England's southern coast

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