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Dam engineers reach tentative plan U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Special to the Courier A team from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reached agreement on a tentative plan for risk reduction that includes major modifications to both dams and the spillway and a crest raise of both dams. The proposed dam modifications need additional detailed evaluation prior to finalization. The team plans to submit a Draft DSM report for agency technical review by April 20.

The draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Isabella Lake Dam Safety Modification Project is now available for public review. This dam safety modification project involves the remediation of seismic, seepage, and hydrologic dam safety concerns at the Isabella Lake Main and Auxiliary Dams.

The draft EIS also provides the opportunity for public and agency information, involvement, and comment. During the 45-day public review period, the Corps will host three public hearings to discuss the status of the remediation project, present the results of the draft EIS, and encourage public questions and comments on the proj-

ect from 6 to 8 p.m. each on April 17, Odd Fellows Hall, 50 Tobias Street, Kernville, April 18, Lake Isabella Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Boulevard, and April 19, Kern County Board of Supervisors, 1115 Truxtun Avenue, 1st floor, Bakersfield.

Copies of the draft EIS are now available at the website www.spk.usace.army.mil; and for viewing at the Lake Isabella Public Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd., U.S. Forest Service, Kernville Office, 105 Whitney Road, U.S. Forest Service, Lake Isabella Office, 4875 Ponderosa Drive.

The public review period for this draft EIS extends from March 23 to May 7. All comments received on this draft document will be considered and incorporated into the final EIS, as appropriate. Specific responses to the comments will be included in a Comments and Responses appendix in the final EIS. Please send any comments to: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento District, Attn: Mr. Tyler Stalker, Public Affairs Specialist, 1325 J Street, Sacramento, California 95814 or at (916) 557-5102 or by email at isabella@usace. army.mil.

Enthusiastic anglers ready for derby With the appeal of over $250,000 in prizes, the 23rd Annual Isabella Lake Fishing Derby is on track to be one of the best ever.

There will be ten $10,000 tagged trout for this event and some great additions to this year will make this year's event fun for all involved. Also, the Kern River Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a trout worth $20,000. Adding even more to the prize payout, if the $20,000 Chamber of Commerce fish is caught while the lucky angler is wearing an "official" 2012 Isabella Lake Fishing Derby T-shirt or Hoodie, the prize will be doubled to $40,000.

Last week, the California Department of Fish and Game came out to check the derby trout. Part of the process is to weigh the fish, provide fish rearing expertise and pathology services in case of disease outbreaks or other problems associated with the trout in the derby net pens. The fish were given a clean bill of health, and the weight of the trout was surprising. The fish at time of the weigh-in came in at an average of 1 ½ lbs, with a good number tipping the scale at over 2 ½ lbs.

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Many came out to enjoy the Living Green Expo last weekend at the Family Life Center.

There were many displays to see, food to eat and information to gather on energy saving, gardening, conserving resources and recycling. A highlight of the event was the Walking Tree of Life (Michael Shaffer).

There are still more events this weekend, so don’t miss out.

Last weekend for reduced, reused and recycled festival events

Friday, March 23 Read, Reread Story Time 10:30 a.m. at the Kernville Branch Library, 48 Tobias Street.

Pony Up 4 Education! fundraising dinner 5 to 6 p.m. happy hour at the Elks Club, 6708 Wofford Blvd. then at 6 p.m. dinner at Family Life Center, Oak and Panorama, Wofford Heights. Call 503-298-9395.

Saturday, March 24.

Youth Recycled Art Exhibit 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kern River Valley Branch Library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. The recycled artwork of 25 children preschool through 8th grade are on display through 4 p.m. Sat. March 31.

Farmers Market celebration 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lakeshore Lodge, 7466 Wofford Heights Blvd, Wofford Heights.

Special Farmers Market celebration 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nuui Cunni Native American Cultural Center 2600 Hwy 155 Lake Isabella at French Gulch Marina.

Silver City Ghost Town, 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd, Bodfish, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5.50 children: 6 to 12 years $4.50, 5 and under free with a paying adult. Plus $1 off each general admission this weekend when you mention the Living Green Festival.

Green Films Reel Cinema, 6742 Wofford Heights Blvd. 10 a.m.

Forks Over Knives, 11:55 a.m.

Ingredients, 1:10 p.m. DIVE! Dr. Seuss, The Lorax Reading 11 a.m. at the KRV Branch Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

Green Fashion Show and High Tea, 2 p.m. at Family Life Center, Oak and Panorama, Wofford Heights. Tickets: $15.

This event may be sold out. Call 818-590-7175.

Star Party 5:30 p.m.

Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville. Call 760-376-6290.

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Late winter weather may have dampened attendance at the Living Green Festival this past week, but the many who ventured out were rewarded with a number of art, music and educational programs. The good news is that it is not too late to enjoy this weekends events.

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Storage, Isabella Reservoir 168,567 acre-feet Reservoir peak 361,709 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Photo courtesy of KRV Chamber of Commerce

The derby fish were given a clean bill of health, and at the time of the weigh-in came in at an average of 1 ½ lbs, with some tipping the scale at over 2 ½ lbs. annual event.

To get additional information, call 760-3795236 or visit the Isabella Lake Fishing Derby website at: www.isabellafishingderby.com or on Twitter, twitter.com/fishing_derby, if you have a twitter app on your smart phone, you can stay updated during the event.

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Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Kern Inflow at Kernville 545 cfs (5-hr avg.)

Lower Kern Outflow 607 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 577 cfs Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.

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Nuui Cunni Farmers Market March 24 Saturday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Nuui Cunni will be hosting the 3rd Anniversary Celebration of their farmers market and a day of participation and fun with the Living Green Festival with music provided by Acoustic River. There will be demonstrations, crafters, native plant sales, healing salves, teas, basketry, beading, and more. Rambo the Rainbow Trout will also be making an appearance, so you will want to get your raffle ticket for sure. Nuui Cunni's famous Indian Fry Bread and Indian Tacos will be served from 11 a.m. to

Regular activities Fridays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, Lake Isabella. 760-4172272.

■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871.

■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935.

■ 10 - 11 a.m., Hospice Grief Support Group, 6040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. (661) 760-410-1010.

■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.

■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers and Hot Rods, Senior Center, Sierra Vista Restaurant, 16575 Hwy 178, Weldon.

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036.

■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Rd., Kernville 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 8 - 9:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112

1 p.m. Come on down, the coffee is always on. Nuui Cunni is located at the French Gulch Recreation Area on #155 on beautiful Isabella Lake. For information call 760-5490800.

Lakeshore Farmers Market March 24 Hosted by the Kern Valley Growers Association, this Market features locally grown certified fruit, produce, eggs and honey, along with certified organic produce from various organizations and shade grown, organic coffee, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The market is at the Lakeshore Lodge, 7466 Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella (760) 760-379-1830.

■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606.

■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church, 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112

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■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Center, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights.

■ 5 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Centennial Group, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.

■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m. Poker Pool 3p.m., Dinner 5-7 p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-3799921.

■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579.

■ 9:30 - 11 a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Methodist Church, 760-3792556.

■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3795236.

■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.

■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle, Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112 ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-4249.

■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.

■ 5:30 p.m., Weight Watchers, Weldon Methodist Church. 760-267-4693.

■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Room, Lake Isabella. 760-3795086.

■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band.

■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts.

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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, Lakeridge Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206.

■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043.

■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 760-379-3394.

■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461.

■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082.

■ 7 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844.

■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701.

■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-4112.

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329.

■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella.

■ 9:30 a.m. (2nd Thu.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Rm. 1, Lake Isabella. For women.

■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge.

■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.

■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, Lake Isabella Library. 760-379-2303.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground.

■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public.

760-379-3877.

■ 4:30 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republicans of Kern Valley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella.

760-376-1462.

■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, Ewing’s restaurant, Kernville.

■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m.

■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome.

■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.

■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

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Bingo Guide

■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877.

■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, public. welcom. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.

■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise Cove Restaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112.

■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Mondays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 9:30 - 11a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-3792556.

■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group.

760-379-1129.

■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-376-4249.

■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District.

Public invited. 760-376-2189.

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish

■ Friday, noon, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa ■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 1 p.m., Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, Hwy. 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information, or meeting times have changed.

Wofford Heights Blvd (toward the lake, across from St. Jude's), Wofford Heights and accepts EBT/SNAP/CalFresh cards. For information call David Dills 760-812-7833.

Star Party, March 24 The Kern Valley Astronomy Club invites you to join them at the Fairview Heliport, 12 miles north of Kernville to view a rare occurrence in astronomy. This is your chance to see five planets through telescopes in one night. You will be able to see Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn all on the same night. Mercury can be seen early in the evening right after dusk. Saturn, rings and all, will come up late around 11 p.m.

However, Venus, Mars, and, Jupiter, with its bands of clouds and its moons, can be seen most of the night. It is not often that the planets align themselves so we can view this many planets in one night. Counting our Earth, we can account for six out of the nine planets in our solar system. Watch for the red cones right before the turn off to the heliport. If you have a telescope, bring it. If not, you can view through Astronomy Club telescopes. Dress warmly and bring a lounge chair, snacks, and something warm to drink.

If you have questions call Rich at 760-3766290.

Veterans of Foreign Wars breakfast March 25 Have breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday date at the Kern River Valley VFW Post 7665 Hall, 2811 Nugget Ave. (behind McDonald's), Lake Isabella. The third Sunday of every month features crepes. For information call 760-379-3877.

Commodities distribution March 27 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Tuesday March 27 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution starts at 8 a.m.

Historical Society hosts Search and Rescue, March 27 The public is invited to hear Bob Fisher talk about the history, training, and rescue missions of the Kern Valley Search and Rescue.

This entertaining and informative program will be at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 27. As always, it is free. If you have any questions about the program call the Kern Valley Museum at 760-376-6683. The Museum is right beside the Kernville Post Office and is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.

KVGSAB Safe Spot meeting March 28 Kern Valley Gays & Straights Against Bullying meets Wednesday March 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the office of Dr. Elisa Nevius, 2211 Alta Sierra Ave., Lake Isabella. If you are interested in the Safe Spot Program and working to reduce bullying in our schools and community, you are invited to attend this meeting. For more info contact Al Steuart 760-812-7559 or email asteuart@hughes.net.

Prayer Breakfast April 5 All are invited to participate in the monthly prayer breakfast at Los Polomos restaurant in Lake Isabella on the first Thursday of each month from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.

My Place Restaurant Free Easter meal, April 7 Everyone is welcome to come to the free Easter meal at My Place Restaurant, Lake Isabella from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers and donations are welcome and greatly appreciated. The event includes a full meal with dessert and drink. There will also be a clothing and blanket giveaway. For more information or to volunteer, please call Angela at 760-379-2563.

Kern River Blues Society April 7 Kern River Blues Society open blues jams at the Kernville Saloon, 20 Tobias St. from 2-8 p.m. We encourage any blues musicians and/or fans to come hang out with us. It's totally free, beginners to pros, all styles of blues. We also meet the 2nd and 3rd

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KRVR, Living Green “doing hell of a job” A little note to Joe Ciriello, President of KRVR - Kern River Valley Revitalization.

Hey Joe. You're a long time local business guy and as president of Kern River Valley Revitalization, further known as KRVR, you and your group are doing a hell of a job with your Living Green program. The weather hasn't quite cooperated, but again its winter.

A little concern to me, as a local celebrity in the Kern River Valley, is your Pony-Up 4 education dinner advertisement. It says catered by Hodel's Country Living. Right below that is a big logo, "Think Local First." Hopefully that Hodel's Country Living is Hodel's of Bodfish.

A local first, Bodfish Bob Bodfish

Editorial correction The Kern River Courier/Kern Angler mistakenly did not report all of the Fishing Derby prizes. There will be ten $1,000 trout, ten $50 trout and the prizes for the longest trout are 1st $1,000, 2nd $500, 3rd $250 and 4th $200. The ten major derby sponsors are, Berkley, Shakespeare, Budweiser, Central Valley RV & Sports Show, Automobile Club of Southern California, Renewable Resources Group, Sierra Gateway Markets, California Land Management, Mt. Mesa and Isabella Supermarkets, French Gulch and North Fork Marinas. There are 58 sponsored $100 trout and seven other sponsored trout worth between $200 and $500. These trout are sponsored by local merchants and individuals. The bass boat is a Derby and Lake Isabella Chamber of Commerce sponsored prize and not a prize of Galey's Marine Supply. The Courier apoligizes for any inconvenence this my have caused.

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Hatchery seeking Trout Festival volunteers Kern River Hatchery in Kernville is seeking volunteers to help staff Trout Fest.

This free educational event introduces people to the sport of fishing and responsible angling. Coinciding with the statewide trout opener, Trout Fest takes place on Saturday, April 28 - the 13th year this event is being held. The success of Trout Fest is thanks in large part to the volunteers who staff the various activity stations and help with set-up and tear-down. No knowledge of fishing is required. Hands-on activities at the event include the ABCs of fishing, casting, rigging, various art projects, how to clean and cook a fish, and educational demonstrations. For more information, contact Saul McGarity, at 760-549-3017.

County Fire holding Hazard Reduction meetings The Kern County Fire Department will be holding Hazard Reduction meetings throughout April to discuss with communities the importance of keeping a fire safe community, vegetation management, and the upcoming 2012 fire season. Members of the public are strongly encouraged to attend these informational meetings.

Kernville: Monday, April 16, at 6:00 p.m. at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Road, Kernville. Lake Isabella: Monday, April 23, at 6:00 p.m. at the Senior Center 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Alta Sierra: Saturday, April 28 at 10:00 a.m. at the former Park headquarters 9665 Old State Road, Alta Sierra. Local Supervisors will be invited as well as the Forest Service, BLM, city managers, mayors, CERT Teams, and others involved in keeping a fire safe community. For more news and information visit www.kerncountyfire.org or Fire Captain and Public Information Officer, Derek Tisinger at 661-330-0133

Exchange club seeking award nominations Kern Valley Exchange club is seeking nominations for The Book of Golden Deeds.

The criteria is to honor someone who has served the community, made an impact on the community, giving of their time and energy that is not job related, as a dedicated volunteer. Please submit your nominations in writing to Debbie Freeland at WestAmerica Bank, 6100 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. The deadline for submission of nominations is April 11 with the award dinner to be held on May 8.

Board of Trade launches 'Wildflower Hotline' After a long and dry winter, the recent rains are leading to high hopes for the 2012 Kern County wildflower season. With the anticipation of colorful growth comes the annual launch of the Kern County Board of Trade's Wildflower Hotline. The hotline, a telephone number and web site offering updates on wildflower growth and locations, began operation this week and will continue throughout the season.

Wildflower information is available around-the-clock for callers at 661-322-WILD (9453) or for internet users visiting the Board of Trade's tourism web site at www.VisitKern.com. "People come from all over to see what Kern County has to offer," noted Dave Hook, Interim Executive Director of the Kern County Board of Trade and narrator of the hotline. Each spring the Wildflower Hotline receives thousands of inquiries about local growth from around the state and across the nation.

Visitors contribute over $1.1 billion per year to the Kern County economy. Persons wishing to contribute their own sightings may contact the Board of Trade during regular business hours (M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at 661-868-KERN (5376) or 800-500KERN with the location and common name of the blooms.

Learn about the Family of Freemasonry What is the Family of Freemasonry, the oldest and largest fraternal organization in the world, with lodges in most countries around the globe? It is an organization of honest God fearing men whose word is their bond. Patriotic men whose primary goal is to " make good men better." Men who give freely of their time and money to support the Children's Hospitals around the country. We are the men who all wear

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Payment due by due date Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist I’ve noticed there are a lot of strange labels and instructions that we see, read and hear on products we buy or that companies want us to buy.

It seems that Middleworth some labels are written by little men wearing visors and sleeve garters in candlelight behind a curtain.

For instance, because of truth in advertising, most drug companies -- after they tell you all of the good points about a product -- tell you the bad and why you should beware. Often, telling you about the bad things takes longer than the good, as it warns you about the grim and horrible reactions that could happen when you ingest their product.

I’ve also noticed that many product labels we see from day to day are odd and strangely written.

So I cruised our pantry and the internet to find some examples.

These are real and only a sample of what’s out there.

• On a small jar of floating fish bait, it says, “Not for human consumption.”

• On a bottle of window cleaner, it says, “Don’t spray in eyes.”

• A deoderant soap wrapper declares, “Use like regular soap.”

• A label on a can of frozen orange juice says, “100 percent pure, all-natural, fresh-squeezed orange juice from concentrate.”

• One brand of TV dinner boxes state, “This product must be cooked before eating.”

• On a bag of corn chips is the claim that, “You can be a winner.

No purchase necessary. Details inside.”

• The wrapper on a fruit rollup snack says, “Remove plastic wrapping before eating.”

• A Japanese food processor’s directions read: “This appliance is turned on by setting the on/off switch to the ‘on’ position.”

• Prominent on a can of selfdefense pepper spray is “May irritate eyes.”

• Written on the label of a box containing a VCR is the helpful advice, “Instructional video for hooking up VCR included.” Think about that one for a minute.

• A caution on a shipping box for a 22 caliber rifle: “Warning.

Misuse may cause injury or death.”

• And finally, on a box of bread pudding is the warning that “Product will be hot after heating.”

Wrapping up this week, I have a label for you: “Caution, you might have a pantry full of fun and useless instructions that could cause choking during laugh spells!”

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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Ron Ellis, Lake Isabella, holds his 2012 Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce Poker Champion plaque.

Ellis won this distinction at the Chamber’s recent Casino night that was attended by about 150 people.

Gary Cope, owner of Isabella Market coordinated the event for the Chamber, and Jim Wyly, Mt. Mesa Market, catered the affair for the St. Patrick’s day holiday.

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Photo courtesy of Rotary.

Rotary District Governor Wade Nomura with Paul Harris Fellows Richard Rowe, Lisa Stephens and Erie Johnson. Also, Kathleen Creighton Fuchs was given a silver 50th Anniversary pin and named a Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary's highest award for those who exemplify the rotary motto "Service above Self."

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By Sam Struckhoff PICKS OF THE WEEK “War Horse” (PG-13) — This latest offering from Steven Spielberg has all of the visual splendor and classic-style sentimentality expected from the veteran film maker. It starts with an English farm boy named Albert (Jeremy Irvine) being tasked with raising and training a colt racing stallion called Joey. When the two are separated by World War I, the horse braves an odyssey through ravaged Europe, making an impact in the lives of humans wherever he goes.

The bulk of the story stays with the horse. While the majestic creature makes its way through the horrors of war, everything has that classic-movie sheen to it.

While we’re supposed to feel for the horse, it seems like the mountains of human suffering are being glossed over.

“We Bought a Zoo” (PG) — Sometimes, you just have to take a big, crazy leap and give it your all. That seems to be the syrupy message at the heart of this based-on-a-true story. Benjamin (Matt Damon) is a let-go newspaper reporter who recently lost his wife. While looking for a new home where he can take his young daughter and teen son, he finds a run-down country estate that also happens to be a rundown zoo in need of new, dedicated owners.

Jeremy Irvine in “War Horse.”

Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson and Colin Ford all portray characters more grounded than their script. This story of a wild risk that paid off for one troubled family can be a joyful experience, just make sure any children watching don’t get their hopes up.

“London River” — In the aftermath of the London Underground bombings in 2005, two people cross paths while sorting through the terror and the tragedy. Elisabeth is a white Christian woman searching for her daughter. After putting up posters, she comes in contact with Ousmane, a black Muslim man from France who found a photograph of his son with her daughter. The two try to use each other to get to the bottom of what happened. The story and the performances make the film worthwhile, even if the message can seem a bit blunt. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob Bodfish Bob's Bread & Butter Pickles 12 large cucumbers 6 small onions 1/2 quart vinegar 6 small onions 1 cup sugar 1 T celery seed 1 T ginger root 1 T mustard seed ¼ cup salt Slice pickles and onions. Add salt. Let stand for one hour. Add the balance of ingredients and boil for 5 minutes. Can and seal while hot.

Bodfish Bob's Chili 29 oz. can tomato sauce 29 oz. can kidney beans 29 oz. can pinto beans 1 medium onion, chopped 1/2 cup green pepper 1/4 cup celery 3 medium tomatoes, chopped 2 tsp ground cumin 1 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 cups water 1 lb., 95 percent lean ground beef Brown beef in skillet. Drain off fat. Crumble into pea-size pieces. In a large pot, combine meat and all remaining ingredients and bring to simmer. Cook stirring every 15 minutes for two to three hours.

Bodfish Bob's Catfish Fry 1 egg 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 cups of milk 2 cups of cornmeal 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp black pepper catfish filets Mix egg and milk well in a bowl.

Shake dry ingredients into paper bag. Dip catfish filets in milk mixture, then add to bag and shake well. Fry in hot grease until golden brown.

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Derby dos and don’ts Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier Columnist Here are some dos and don'ts that might help your Derby experience. Do make sure that you are properly registered prior to the morning of the opening. Do follow all of the Mencarini Derby regulations. Do follow all of the California fishing regulations. Do follow the Forest Service regulations, and last but not least, do follow the regulations of the Lake Patrol. That covers the Derby, the state, the feds, and the county: That's a big to do list.

Well, I have a few of my own dos and don'ts. These are merely suggestions and are my thoughts only.

First, don't let your dog use your neighbor's property to mark its territory. Next, don't let your children go unsupervised because there are dangers around the lake shore.

Also, don't play your music louder than is necessary; being able to hear it in your camp area only is perfect.

Don't leave unattended fishing gear cast in the lake for long periods of time, reel them up and leave them in the holders to save your spot, unattended lines could cause someone to lose a tagged fish in a tangle of lines.

Don't park your vehicle in a way that would prevent someone's ability to access their vehicle because emer-

gencies do occur. Don't get intoxicated, it may change your attitude, or worse, it could get you arrested.

Don't leave any trash lying around your camp as the wind will move it, and when you are packing to leave please take all your trash to a dumpster (they will be provided for this purpose) or take it home, your effort will be greatly appreciated. These are my dos': do have a great time and I do wish everyone good luck and do have a safe drive home.

The bass bite is on the up- swing; The "Fishing Father" caught and released successfully another bass in the 8 pound class that's 2 in a week, nice catching James. Due to the inclement weather no other report is available.

I would like to take a moment to acknowledge "Bo" the resident Rottweiler who for the last 7 years protected the historic Bow Keyesville homestead. He now rests in peace at the homestead where he will be remembered often and forever.

Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and a avid fisherman. For questions or comments you can reach him through the Kern River Courier, office@kern rivercourier.com.

Camping areas open for Fishing Derby According to Forest Service officials there will be plenty of room for campers and anglers looking for overnight accommodations.

Pioneer Point, Paradise Cove, Hungry Gulch and Boulder Gulch campgrounds are on first-come, first-served basis at $20 per night. Camp 9 is also available at $17 per night. In addition, overnight camping is allowed at Auxiliary Dam, Old Isabella Road and the South Fork Recreation Areas, with a daily fee of $10 (or $50 for an annual pass). Stine Cove and Hanning Flat are available for camping free of charge.

For the Fishing Derby weekend only, the Forest Service has agreed to open up additional areas for overnight camping. These areas include Engineer Point; along the beach area west of Paradise Cove campground, Kissack Cove; the north and south shoreline of Boulder Gulch and the shoreline between French Gulch Group Area and Boulder Gulch. For these areas, visitors can begin to set up campsites on Thursday, March 29 at 6 a.m. If visitors set up their campsites earlier they may be cited. The special camping areas will remain open until Monday, April 2 at 6 p.m.

Tillie Creek, Tillie Creek Group, Live Oak North, and South will remain closed during the derby due to water system repairs in progress.

As a reminder, camping is limited to a 14 day stay and visitors must occupy the site and may not leave a vehicle or trailer unoccupied for more than 24 hours. Extra dumpsters and portable toilets will be placed around the lake for the Derby.

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Kern County Fire Stations Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business calls only, 760-376-2219 Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd.

Lake Isabella business calls only, 760-379-2626 Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only, 760-378-3055

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

Recreation information U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive.

760-379-5646 Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.

General infomation Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd.

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

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Dave Says

Protection from credit sharks David Ramsey Kern River Courier Columnist

Dear Dave, Is there some way to put a block on a credit report prior to sending a kid to college, so that the credit card hustlers can't Ramsey get to them?

-- Trevor Dear Trevor, No, there’s not. Unfortunately, in today’s culture that’s part of becoming an adult. When you hand them car keys there’s no way to put a block on how they drive. And when they turn 21, there’s no way to put a block on what they ingest.

About the only thing you can do is to teach your kids, to the best of your ability, and be a good parent and good example.

Teach them why debt is dumb, and show them how it eats away at their ability to save money and build wealth.

And for goodness sake, don’t use credit cards yourself. Kids can smell a hypocrite a mile away!

--Dave Dear Dave, I’m a new doctor, and I drive a car that has more than 200,000 miles on it, is 10 years old and a few dings in the

doors. I’ve heard image is everything when you’re a doctor, but I like not having a car payment. Should I just get over being self-conscious about my old car?

-- Mario Dear Mario, I like not having a car note, too. I’d walk, ride a bike or drive your car with a great big smile on your face before picking up a car payment!

As new, young doctor you’ve probably got six figures in student loans hanging over your head right now. So you need to get out from under all that before you start thinking about driving something fancy. If this car is truly on its last legs, then I’d say save up for a few months then upgrade to a good, reasonably-priced, used car.

Just remember, a Mercedes or BMW doesn’t prove you’re a doctor, and it doesn’t mean you’re a good doctor, either. You just need to worry about what’s smart for you instead of what other people think!

--Dave Dave Ramsey is a personal money management expert, national radio personality and the author of three New York Times bestsellers.

He offers financial advice as host of a nationally syndicated radio program, The Dave Ramsey Show, and created Financial Peace University.

For more financial help visit daveramsey. com.

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Calendar, Continued from page 2 Saturdays at Trout's in Bakersfield. For more information, call Beth Selzam, 661872-7517.

Kernville Hazard Reduction meeting April 16 The Kern County Fire Department will be holding Hazard Reduction meetings throughout April to discuss with communities the importance of keeping a fire safe community, vegetation management, and the upcoming 2012 fire season. Members of the public are strongly encouraged to attend this informational meeting Monday, April 16, at 6 p.m. at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Road. Local Supervisors, Forest Service, BLM, area managers, CERT Teams, and fire personell involved in keeping a fire safe community will be also invited. For more news and information visit www.kerncountyfire.org or call Fire Captain and Public Information Officer, Derek Tisinger at 661-330-0133 DAR Fancy Hat luncheon April 21 Spring is springing, the birds are singing, and the Kawaiisu Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution is offering a Fancy Hat Luncheon on Saturday, April 21 at 11 a.m. at Paradise Cove in Mountain Mesa.

Tickets are $15 and may be purchased from Regent Dona Anderson 760-379-2828 or Marian DeMars at 760-376-4578.

Lake Isabella Hazard Reduction meeting, April 23 The Kern County Fire Department will be holding Hazard Reduction meetings throughout April to discuss with communities the importance of keeping a fire safe community, vegetation management, and the upcoming 2012 fire season. Members of the public are strongly encouraged to attend on Monday, April 23, at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Local Supervisors, Forest Service, BLM, area managers, CERT Teams, and fire personell involved in keeping a fire

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Alta Sierra Hazard Reduction meeting April 28 The Kern County Fire Department will be holding Hazard Reduction meetings throughout April to discuss with communities the importance of keeping a fire safe community, vegetation management, and the upcoming 2012 fire season. Members of the public are strongly encouraged to attend on Saturday April 28 at 10 a.m. at the former Park headquarters 9665 Old State Road, Alta Sierra. Local Supervisors, Forest Service, BLM, area managers, CERT Teams, and fire personell involved in keeping a fire safe community will be also invited. For information visit www.kerncountyfire.org or call Fire Captain and Public Information Officer, Derek Tisinger at 661-330-0133 Trout Fest, April 28 Touch a fish, taste a fish, feed a fish! Kids, bring your parents to the Kern River Hatchery for a free fun-filled day of fishing activities and fascinating facts about California native trout on Saturday April 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn fishing basics, make a fish print, visit the museum, and try your hand at catching a trout. The 15 games, events and exhibits are all free. The Hatchery is at 14415 Sierra Way, Kernville, one mile north of Kernville, across from Camp Owen.

To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, send the information to us by e-mail or on paper, either in person or by mail (our address is on page 2). Submissions must be received on Tuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday's issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is any cost, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by event date and space available. Submitted items deemed entirely or mostly business advertising will not be accepted. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or www.kernvalley.com.

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Is pleased to welcome Primary Care Physician Dr. Carlos Montes MD, General Medicine & OB/GYN Specializing in all Women’s Health Issues

Dr. Montes is thrilled to be here in the KRV and is now seeing patients Call today and let our friendly staff set an appointment for your important health concerns Dr. Montes can assist you in: ■ Identify and treat medical conditions ■ Providing preventive care ■ Promoting a healthy lifestyle ■ Identify and treat common medical conditions ■ Assess the urgency of your medical problems ■ Women’s Health Concerns ■ Surgical Services Accepting most Insurances & Medi-Cal, Medi-Care & Healthy Family Plans, Uninsured or Low Income Mon-Fri 8am-5pm closed 12-1 for lunch

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Be careful about doing someone a favor when you don’t know the full story behind the request. Don’t rely on someone’s unsubstantiated assurances. Insist on all the facts before you act.

TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) That workplace problem still needs your attention before you finally can close the book on it. Meanwhile, a long-anticipated reunion gets closer to becoming a happy reality.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You might be demanding more from others than they can give. Best advice: Have a long and frank talk to determine what the facts are. Tensions should abate as the week winds down.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Aspects are favorable throughout this week for making contacts that could be important to your career plans. Meanwhile, an old friend offers the advice you’re seeking.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) It’s time to stop licking your wounds from past mistakes. Get up and get going toward your future. Loyal friends will be there to help you get back into shape.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Take time out to go over what’s expected of you before you begin

your new project. Otherwise, you run the risk of pushing yourself harder than you need to.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) An unusual request could put you in an awkward position.

Deal with it immediately. The longer you delay, the more difficult it will be to get out of it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You should feel recharged and ready for whatever your workaday world holds for you. The same positive energy spills over into your personal relationships.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) A prospect might be less than it appears to be. You always aim for the truth. And this is no time to settle for less than full disclosure.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Start doing some serious thinking about a career move that could entail more than just changing job sites.

Some lifestyle changes also might be involved.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) With tensions easing at the workplace, a more positive environment once again encourages the free flow of ideas so typical of you.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Show some of your usually hidden steel-strong backbone, and stand up for yourself if you hope to make a case for that promotion you know you deserve. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

Sports Quiz

By Chris Richcreek

1. Chicago Cubs shortstop Starlin Castro set a record in 2010 for most RBIs in a major-league debut.

How many did he have?

2. In 2011, Atlanta’s Brian McCann became the second person in major-league history to have a pinchhit, game-tying homer in the ninth and followed with a game-winning home run. Who was the first?

3. Who was the last coach of the Houston Oilers before Jeff Fisher took over in 1994 and the team eventually moved to Tennessee?

4. Entering the 2011-12 season, Kentucky was the No. 1 team for total victories in Division I college basketball (2,052). Name three of the next five schools.

5. How many players reached the 100-point plateau in the NHL in the 2010-11 season?

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3. Jack Pardee (1990-94).

4. Kansas (2,038 wins), North Carolina (2,033), Duke (1,944), Syracuse (1,800) and Temple (1,766).

5. Just one, Vancouver’s Daniel Sedin, with 104 points (41 goals, 63 assists).

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German Corporation: You have 2 cows. You engineer them so they are all blond, drink lots of beer, give excellent quality milk & run 100 miles an hour. Unfortunately, they also demand 13 weeks of vacation per year.

Italian Corporation: You have 2 cows but you don’t know where they are. You break for lunch.

Life is good.

Russian Corporation: You have 2 cows. You drink some vodka.

You count them & learn you have 5 cows. You drink some more vodka. You count them again & learn you have 42 cows.

The Mafia shows up & takes over however many cows you really have.

Taliban Corporation: You have all the cows in Afghanistan,

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which are 2.You don’t milk them because you cannot touch any creature’s private parts.You get a $40 million grant from the US Government to find an alternative to milk production but use the money to buy weapons.

Iraqi Corporation: You have 2 cows. They go into hiding. They send radio tapes of their mooing.

Florida Corporation: You have a black cow & a brown cow.

Everyone votes for the best looking one. Some of the people who actually like the brown one best accidentally vote for the black one. Some people vote for both.

Some people vote for neither.

Some people can’t figure out how to vote at all. Finally, a bunch of guys from out-of-state tell you which one you think is the best looking cow.

California Corporation: You have millions of cows.They make real California cheese. Only 5 speak English. Most are illegal.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Kern Patios & Window Co. (2012 B0993) Street address of principal place of business: 4000 Fruitvale Avenue, Suite 13, Bakersfield, CA 93308.

Mailing address of business: 4000 Fruitvale Avenue, Suite 13, Bakersfield, CA 93308.

REGISTRANT: Steve Harrison, 1406 Wild Olive Road, Tehachapi, CA 93561. 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: Steve Harrison. This statement filed on 02/14/2012.

Expires 02/14/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Voice Fabrik, Inc. (2012 - B0889), DBA#2: Voice Fabrik (2012) - B0890), Street address of principal place of business: 200 Sonora Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailing address of business: 4450 California Avenue, #K-250, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

REGISTRANT: Voice Fabrik, Inc., 4450 California Avenue, #K-250, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

F Corporation. Date the business commenced: 01/01/2012. 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: Mariana R. Morgan, Secretary.

This statement filed on 02/09/2012.

Expires 02/09/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Dodds Paseo Partnership (2012 B1136) Street address of principal place of business: 1349 Frontier Trail, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 958, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANTS: Patrick Dodds, as Trustee of the Patrick and Diane Dodds Family Trust, 1349 Frontier Trail, Kernville, CA 93238; Monica Dodds Grycz, Trustee of the Grycz 1991 Revocable Trust dated April 5, 1991, 8637 Arbor Drive, El Cerrito, CA 94530; Czeslaw J. Grycz, as Trustee of the Grycz 1991 Revocable Trust dated April 5, 1991, 8637 Arbor Drive, El Cerrito, CA 94530; Stefan D. Grycz, 8637 Arbor Drive, El Cerrito, CA 94530; Krystyna C. Grycz, 8637 Arbor Drive, El Cerrito, CA 94530; Diane M. Dodds, as Trustee of the Patrick and Diane Dodds Family Trust dated April 15, 1997, 1349 Frontier Trail, Kernville, CA 93238; Kateri M. Dodds Simpson, 1349 Frontier Trail, Kernville, CA 93238; Daniel P. Dodds, 1349 Frontier Trail, Kernville, CA 93238; William J. Dodds, as Custodian Dodds, as Trustee of the Dodds 89 Trust

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dated July 9, 2004, 835 La Jolla Corona Court, La Jolla, CA 92037; Mary Elizabeth O'Connor, as Trustee of the Andrew C. O'Connor and Mary Elizabeth O'Connor Living Trust, 5751 Rogers Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92649; Andrew C. O'Connor, as Trustee of the Andrew C. O'Connor and Mary Elizabeth O'Connor Living Trust dated May 7, 2002, 5751 Rogers Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92649; Megan H. O'Connor, 5751 Rogers Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 and Tammy Dodds, as Trustee of the Dodds 89 Trust dated July 9, 2004, 835 La Jolla Corona Court, La Jolla, CA 92037.

B - General Partnership, State of California. Date the business commenced: 12/01/2006. 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: Patrick S. Dodds. This statement filed on 02/22/2012. Expires 02/22/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier March 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Twin Arrow Transportation (2012 B1311) Street address of principal place of business: 208 Via Esperanza, Bakersfield, CA 93314.

Mailing address of business: 208 Via Esperanza, Bakersfield, CA 93314.

REGISTRANTS: Richard Green, 208 Via Esperanza, Bakersfield, CA 93314 and Darreh Green, 208 Via Esperanza, Bakersfield, CA 93314. I - Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 01/01/2012. 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: Richard Green. This statement filed on 02/28/2012.

Expires 02/28/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Lockwood Animal Rescue Center (2012 - B1260), DBA #2: Lockwood Arc (2012 - B1261), DBA #3: LARC (2012 - 1262). Street address of principal place of business: 15660 Curtis Trail, Frazier Park, CA 93225. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1510, Frazier Park, CA 93225-1510. REGISTRANTS: Association For Parrot C.A.R.E., 15660 Curtis Trail, Frazier Park, CA 93225 and Lorin Lindner, 15660 Curtis Trail, Frazier Park, CA 93225.

E - Unincorporated Association. Date the business commenced: 07/08/2001. 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: Lorin Lindner. This statement filed on 02/27/2012.

Expires 02/27/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier March 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Orange Streak Enterprises (2012 B1315) Street address of principal place of business: 9422 Metropolitan Way, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 9422 Metropolitan Way, Bakersfield, CA 93311.

REGISTRANT: Benjamin Street, 9422 Metropolitan Way, Bakersfield, CA 93311. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 02/24/2012. 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: Benjamin Street. This statement filed on 02/28/2012. Expires 02/28/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

STATEMENT OF WITHDRAWAL FROM PARTNERSHIP OPERATING UNDER A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: ENCHANTED EVENTS (2011-B6715) Street address of business: 10421 Round Mountain Road, Bakersfield, CA 93308; Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box 80051, Bakersfield, CA 93380. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Megan Garant, 6000 Verano Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 11/21/2011. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 02/09/2012.

ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk by J. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier March 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Athena's Greek CafĂŠ and Bakery (2012 - B1483) Street address of principal place of business: 9612 Flushing Quail Road, Suite 202, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of business: 9612 Flushing Quail Road, Suite 202, Bakersfield, CA 93312.

REGISTRANTS: Elias Skapinakis, 11400 Sangrado Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311 and Leticia Skapinakis, 11400 Sangrado Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. B General Partnership. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the

rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

Signed: Leticia Skapinakis. This statement filed on 03/07/2012. Expires 03/07/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 16, 23, 30 and April 6, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Lord's Little Learners Child Care (2012 - B1328) Street address of principal place of business: 3428 Gemstone Avenue, Rosamond, CA 93560.

Mailing address of business: 3428 Gemstone Avenue, Rosamond, CA 93560.

REGISTRANT: Jennifer Fabara, 3428 Gemstone Avenue, Rosamond, CA 93560. A - Individual.

Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Jennifer Fabara.

This statement filed on 02/29/2012. Expires 02/29/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 16, 23, 30 and April 6, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Ogden Enterprises (2012 - B1313) Street address of principal place of business: 10201 Lone Butte Road, Mojave, CA 93501. Mailing address of business: 5122 West Ave. K-10, Quartz Hill, CA 93536. REGISTRANT: Paul Ogden, 5122 West Ave. K-10, Quartz Hill, CA 93536. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 06/01/1995. 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: Paul Ogden. This statement filed on 02/28/2012.

Expires 02/28/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 16, 23, 30 and April 6, 2012.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 11-2194 APN: 225-241-04 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03-262010. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On April 11, 2012 at 11:00 am, Advanced Reconveyance, Inc., a California Corporation as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust recorded 04-05-2010, as Inst. No. 0210044080 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Kern County, State of California, Executed by Richard Eugene Williford and Teresa Kay Williford, Husband and Wife as joint tenants,

WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) at: The main entrance to the Wanda Kirk Library, 3611 Rosamond Blvd., Rosamond, CA 93560. All CASHIER'S CHECKS MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO ADVANCED RECONVEYANCE, INC. All rights, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: The South one-half of the South two-thirds of the North half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 32, Township 12 North, Range 12 West, San Bernardino Meridian, according to the Official Plat thereof. Except therefrom that portion lying within the 200 foot right of way of the Southern Pacific Railroad Company, granted by the Act of Congress July 27, 1866. Also, except therefrom that portion conveyed to the State of California for public highway purposes by deed recorded December 27, 1944 in Book 1131, Page 242 of Official Records. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: Vacant Land - directions may be obtained by written request within 10 days of the first publication of this notice from: ARI, 43545 17th Street West, Suite 503, Lancaster, CA 93534. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said Sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated cost, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $38,117.44. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Date: March 7, 2012. Advanced Reconveyance, Inc., As Trustee, 43545 17th Street W., Ste 503, Lancaster, CA 93534, 661-945-5525, Vickie Durham, Trustee Sale Officer (Published by the Kern River Courier March 16, 23 and 30, 2012) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: D.L.M. Welding (2012 - B1545) Street address of principal place of business: 3616 Timberline Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 80026, Bakersfield, CA 93380.

REGISTRANT: David Millard, 3616 Timberline Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308 . A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 05/01/1998. 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: David Millard.

This statement filed on 03/09/2012. Expires 03/09/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By K. Lopez. Published by the Kern River Courier March 23, 30, April 6 and 13, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:

Fitness Zone (2012 - B1681) Street address of principal place of business: 20601 Highway 202, Suite A101, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 20601 Highway 202, Suite A101, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT: David Nehorai, 19405 Lookout Place, Tehachapi, CA 93561 .

A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 03/01/2007. 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: David Nehorai. This statement filed on 03/15/2012. Expires 03/15/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 23, 30, April 6 and 13, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: 3M Motorsports (2012 - B1544) Street address of principal place of business: 3616 Timberline Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 80026, Bakersfield, CA 93380.

REGISTRANT: David Millard, 3616 Timberline Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308 . A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 03/15/2007. 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: David Millard. This statement filed on 03/09/2012. Expires 03/09/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By K. Lopez. Published by the Kern River Courier March 23, 30, April 6 and 13, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Kern Today (2012 - B1237) Street address of principal place of business: 408 Taylor Street, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: 408 Taylor Street, #27, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

REGISTRANT: Leonardo Adame, 408 Taylor Street, #27, Bakersfield, CA 93309. A - Individual.

Date the business commenced: 09/21/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

Signed: Leonardo Adame. This statement filed on 02/24/2012. Expires 02/24/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo.

Published by the Kern River Courier March 23, 30, April 6 and 13, 2012.

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Jack Duitsman, Pastor Father’s Heart Foursquare Church, Kernville “Now in the first year of Cyrus, king of Persia, in order to fulfill the word of the Lord by the mouth Duitsman of Jeremiah, the Lord stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia...”

-- Ezra 1:1 There are many moving parts in the Kingdom of God unfolding as we live our lives, not the least of which is the place that timing holds.

I tend to doubt the adage that says “timing is everything,” but only because absolutes are rarely correct, and to say anything is everything is probably not so.

Critical to the above opening verse of Ezra is the prophetic word of Jeremiah the prophet which proclaimed that 70 years of captivity would be fulfilled before a return to Palestine would be brought about (Jeremiah 29:10).

What Ezra and the returning Jews experienced at their moment in time was a move of God that joined their lives together in a corporate task, even while the Spirit of God continued to work in them as individuals. The duality between individual and congregational is magnificent if we are willing to come to peace with it, and maddening as all get out if we attempt to

fight it. This is where “peace that passes understanding” finds its roots, for while our moment in time may literally be when all hell is breaking loose in terms of human events, you and I can continue to tread the path of the righteous in our personal experience.

Alternately, our moment in time may be when a glorious move of God is encompassing the Church, while we may be experiencing something less glorious personally.

How are we to know exactly what kinds of times we are living in?

Simply put, retrospect will help in the understanding of where we have been, and faith and hope will move us through the present and future.

Ezra and his counterparts knew they had been invited to spend their lives in the pursuit of something larger than themselves in the rebuilding of the Jerusalem temple, and their personal response was to embrace such an opportunity.

Some 70,000 individuals took up this journey and became part of a remarkable move of God at that moment in time. The work of the Spirit in each of them personally was interwoven with what God was doing in His kingdom collectively. We can rejoice as each day brings a fresh sense of the Lord’s mercies in our personal experience, and we can shout hallelujah to Him who sits on the throne of human affairs over which He is in perfect control. In the Father’s timing let us rest, in the Father’s power let us hope and for the Father’s purpose let us continually contend in faith.

Valley places of worship Kernville Father’s Heart Foursquare Church Kernville Elementary School, Kernville. Service Sunday 9:30 a.m. 760-223-6704 First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday Service 10:45 a.m. 760-376-6403 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Worship Celebration, 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m., Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church Services held at Kernville United Methodist Church. Sundays 11 a.m.

Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights. Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m.

(760) 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights. Sunday Service 10 a.m. 760-376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Lake Isabella First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

760-379-5615 Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella.

Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. Wed. 5:30 p.m.

760-417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

760-379-4296 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760) 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Worship Sunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m.

Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. 760-379-5819

Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. 760-379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 4 p.m.

760-379-6360

Southlake/Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday Services 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. 760-378-3780 He Cares Fellowship 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Services Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 760-379-6935 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 760-378-4964 Church listings are free. Please contact the Courier office.

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Green, Continued from page 1 Sunday, March 25 Silver City Ghost Town, 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd, Bodfish, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5.50 children: 6 to 12 years $4.50, 5 and under free with a paying adult. Plus $1 off each general admission this weekend when you mention the Living Green Festival.

Garden Talks Veterans Hall 2, Kern River Valley Veterans/Senior Building, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. Hosted by Kern River Valley Garden Group. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Kern Valley Community Faire 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.at Kern River Valley Senior Building. A healthy lunch, $7.00. Kid's Clothing, Toy & Book Swap. Everyone is welcome to join, whether they have things to swap or not.

Kid's Green Films Kern Valley Senior Center 12:30 p.m., Yogi Bear, 2 p.m. Hoot.

See www.livinggreenkrv.org/events/ for updates. Kern River Valley Revitalization (KRVR) is an all-volunteer, 501c3 nonprofit organization that has organized this award winning festival every March since 2009. KRVR's mission is facilitating the social, natural, and financial health of the Kern River Valley for this and future generations.

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Memories of the Resurrection This unique presentation involves both the presenters and the congregation Join us for a time of worship and this inspirational presentation at the

First Baptist Church 3701 Suhre St. Lake Isabella

Photo courtesy of Elks

On February 25, the Kern River Valley Elks Lodge #2358 held a luncheon to honor four local students. Jenna Criswell, senior at Kern Valley High School, was selected to receive a $500.00 recurring scholarship. Lindsay Miller, a student at Woodrow Wallace Middle School, wrote the winning paper in the Grand Lodge Americanism Essay Contest. She received a $50.00 gift card. Kassy Opferman and Trevor Hurley (not shown) won local honors in the Grand Lodge Drug Awareness Poster Contest and they each received $25 gift cards. Trevor Hurley's poster rated a 1st place finish in the Elks Inland District judging and rated a 4th place finish at the California-Hawaii State judging.

Front row left to right: Americanism Chair Pat Terrell, Kassy Opferman and Lindsay Miller. Back row left to right: Jenna Criswell, Exalted Ruler Jadeen Schroeder and LOW President Kathy Kappl.

Announcements, Continued from page 3 the fez you see at parades. Shriners are all Masons. To find out for yourself, come to the Kernville Masonic Lodge located at 562 James Road in Kernville on March 24 at 7 p.m. for an evening of honest information, good clean family fun, and a free ice cream social. There will be speakers for all of the Masonic bodies, Masons, Eastern Star, York Rite, Scottish Rite and Shrine. Eastern Star is for both men and women.

All are welcome, Masons, non Masons, family and friends wives and children. Learn about who the Masonic Family is, what they stand for and learn how to join this ancient and honorable fraternity. For further information call Secretary Tom McKinney 760-376-6962.

AARP Income Tax preparation Get your income taxes prepared by a trained AARP tax preparer Monday, Tuesday or Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Library. For more information, call Judy Rowley at 760-793-0405 or Roland Danielson at 760-379-8389.

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