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Weed bone is connected to fire bone It’s starting again. All over the Kern River Valley, a new bumper crop of weeds is growing silently, pushing their way higher and higher steadily towards the sun. When they dry out, it will be very quick, as it usually is. What was just a semi-nice-looking green sort of notso-bad plant yesterday becomes tinder dry fire fodder today. Many people wait for the rains to be completely over for a while before they start thinking of their weeds, but it’s better to weed twice than to try to outwit the weather gods and postpone it a bit too long. You only have a month until the Kern County Fire Department will start issuing citations for overgrown weeds on June 9. If your weed whacker needs rethreading, now’s the time to get it out. You’ll be needing it. Also – Wednesday’s Fay Canyon fire was caused by weed cutting equipment, so the fire department says you should use such equipment before 10 a.m. You have help In anticipation of the Great Kern River Valley Weeding, the Kern County Fire Department declares the second week of May as Wildfire Awareness Week with a campaign to get people out and weeding.
Photos by Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier
See FIRE, Page 8
Solar project firm sets open house meetings Kern River Courier
The company planning the 500-acre solar panel field in Weldon that would straddle Highway 178 near Weldon Methodist Church will hold two public meetings in the valley this month to present their plans and answer questions. The Open House Informational Meetings by Renewable Resources Group, which owns and manages the Onyx Ranch where the project is planned, will be: • Wednesday, May 19th - 6-8pm - South Fork Middle
See SOLAR, Page 8
Enjoy summer, be prepared Bill Blanton Special to the Courier
We all look forward to summer, vacation time, picnics in the park, visiting with good friends and much more. The winter and its cold grip have mellowed out and spring brings a prelude to summer. Ah, Summer. How long we have waited for your warmth and leisure time to return. Are you prepared for this summer? Summer brings longer days to enjoy more daylight time and the activities. Summer also brings some events that we need to be prepared for. Past years have proven that the threat of brush fires, flash floods and other emergencies can occur. We live in a beautiful valley. We are surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. We are blessed with so many leisure activities to do, right on our doorstep. With all this there
is a need to exercise a degree of caution and be prepared for some of the types of emergencies that can occur. Brush and forest fires are always a threat. Thunderstorms can bring flash flooding. We live in a valley with a dam, which is being examined for its safety. We also live in California, which is earthquake country. Are you prepared for these emergencies? Now, before all the summer activities get fully underway, would be a good time to prepare for an emergency, just in case one should happen. Here are some but not all simple ideas to consider when preparing for emergencies. Keep in mind as you think of your plan – you may not have phone and cell phone service, water, electric, and other services. Be informed. What type of emergencies can happen where I live?
See PREPARE, Page 8
Tell Mom you love her Sunday Kern River Courier
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The Sirretta Street Sale was a big success. The annual multi-yard sale stretches at least six blocks.
Flower shops, candy stores and restaurants in the valley are gearing up for what will be probably be their biggest day of the year besides maybe Valentine’s Day, and that’s Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day falls on Sunday,
Lake Isabella’s weekend weather Sat.: Sunny, high 84. Sat. night: Mostly clear, low 49. Sun.: Slight chance showers, high 74. Sun. night: Mostly cloudy, low 44. Mon.: Slight chance showers, high 68.
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Above: A fire was developing in Fay Canyon as of press time Wednesday; this is a Courier file photo. At right is a photo taken Wednesday in Wofford Heights of a field of weeds drying in the sun. Weed abatement must be done by June 9, according to the Kern County Fire Department, or you face a citation.
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May 9 this year. Moms all over will be honored by their kids for a job well done. If you’re a little light on funds this year, consider making your mom a special card by hand. Or just give her a call and tell her how special she is to you. Your mom will relive the memory of that call forever.
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Want to know how to make Pizza Dogs? Bodfish Bob tells you.
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The Kernville UMC made a killing on hot dogs for Sirretta Street Sale shoppers.
Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 218,058 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 2508 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 1994 cfs Borel Canal flow 0.29 Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.
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The Courier Calendar Elks Lodge Kids Carnival to be held Saturday, May 8 Come join the Elks Lodge for their annual Kids Carnival on Saturday May 8th. We will have several games and prizes including a dunk tank with our Esteemed Loyal Knight Craig and a bounce house for kids ages 4 to 8. We will also have hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and soda for sale. Kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of game tickets. The carnival is open to kids of all ages and they must be accompanied by an adult. The carnival will run from 11am to 3pm at the Kern River Valley Elks Lodge located at 6708 Wofford Heights Blvd. in Wofford Heights.
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Rotary Club Classic Car Show to take place Saturday, May 8 The Rotary Club of the Kern River Valley will be holding their 11th annual Car Show “Down by the Riverside” on Saturday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to all
Regular meetings & activities Fridays
• 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, 417-2272. • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 378-3935. •10-11 a.m.- Grief Support Group, Hoffman Hospice, 6048 Lake Isabella Blvd. 1st and 3rd Fridays. (661) 410-1010. • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - AA, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. • 11 a.m.-3p.m.- Lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394 • 1 p.m.- Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-6335 • 4 p.m. - KV Cruisers Cruise Night, El Portal II Lake Isabella, 1st Fri. 549-3855 • 7:30 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.
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. 549-0800 • 12 p.m.-2 p.m.- Otaku-Kai Japanese anime club, Reel Cinema, Wofford Heights. 2236765. • 3 p.m., KRV CB’ers dinner, Sr Ctr., Lake Isabella, canceled as of 12/06/09. • 3 p.m., Havilah Centennial Group meets, 1st Saturday, schoolhouse. 379-2636. • 5-7 p.m. Dinner at Eagles open to public, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394 • 7-10 p.m.- Dam Dancers square dancing, 1st Saturday, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.
Sundays
• 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, open to the public. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 379-3877. • 9 a.m. to noon - Eagles Breakfast, open to the public. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 379-3394.
Mondays
• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 1 p.m. - Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, 3rd Monday. • 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Line dance beginner classes, intermediate and advanced follow at the Senior Center. 379-0043. • 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber of Commerce meets, board 2nd Mon., general membership 4th Mon. 376-2629. • 5-7 p.m. Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 379-3394. • 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meets at Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella, Rm G. 376-4461. • 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844. • 7 p.m. K.V. Rovers meet at Kern Valley Museum, Kernville. 1st Monday. • 7:30 p.m.Al-Anon, KRV Hosp Cafe. Help for families & friends of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.
Tuesdays
• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 9:30-11a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 379-2556. • 10 a.m. KRV Garden Group, 2nd Tues. 379-1129. • 12:30 p.m. Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Heights. 376-4249.
street rods 1975 and older, stock or custom cars of special interest. There will be ‘50s and ‘60s music, a giant raffle, vendors, and art walk and a pet parade. For more information call 378-3888.
• 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting at cemetery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 3762189. • 2 p.m. - LI-Bodfish Prop. Owners meet at Senior Center. 2nd Tues. (760) 379-1830. • 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets, Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.
Wednesdays
• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Sen. Ctr., 6407 Lk. Isabella Blvd., 379-5831. • 9:30 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, 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.
Ken Mettler political rally to be held in Havilah May 8 There will be a political rally featuring Ken Mettler, who is running for California State Assembly 32nd District, on Saturday May 8 from 11 to 3 p.m. in Havilah. Refreshments will be served, and Mettler will answer your questions. There is no charge. For directions call (661) 867-2579. Duo Piano fundraiser concert to be held May 8 A Duo Piano Concert entitled "Playing for Pets" featuring Helen Smoot and Jody Steel will be held Saturday, May 8, at 7 p.m. at Kernville United Methodist Church. All proceeds go to help build the dog run at the Animal Shelter in Southlake. For more info call 760-378-3108. If you can't make the concert you may send your donation to Helen Smoot, 4701 East Rd, Lake Isabella 93240. Make the check out to "Friends Foundation" and earmark it for the "Lake Isabella Project." Ashburn’s staff to hold office hours in Kernville May 11 Senator Roy Ashburn (RBakersfield) is pleased to announce that a District Representative will be in Kernville on Tuesday, May 11, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, to meet with individuals needing information or assistance on state issues. Kernville Chamber of Commerce office, 11447 Kernville Road. Houchin Bloodmobile here to collect blood May 11 The Houchin Bloodmobile will be here behind the Senior Center in Lake Isabella on Tuesday, May 11 from 1 to 6 p.m. There are restrictions for donating blood. For information, call the Houchin Blood Bank at (661) 323-4222. Exchange Club holds dinner to honor Jeanette Rogers May 11 Each year the Kern Valley Exchange Club honors their Book of Golden Deeds winner. We all know someone who unselfishly goes the extra mile in donating his or her time and energy; volunteers for the benefit of our community and local youth, and does it without any thought to personal gain. This year the recipient will be Jeanette Rogers, and a dinner in her honor will be held on Tuesday, May 11 at 6 p.m. at Paradise Cove. It is open to the public. For more information call Debbie Freeland at WestAmerica Bank, 379-2691.
See EVENTS, Page 6
Friday, May 7, 2010
Kern River Courier
Things I Have Noticed...
Reading out of the garbage can Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist
comes out, I quickly check to see how my column looks. If I find an error which I didn't make, I rejoice in the knowledge that my editor isn't infallible and also makes mistakes. A small victory for me and I don't even e-mail him and point out the error of his ways. I'm so cool! I feel that reading a book can be done in combination with other pleasures. For example, when I fish, after my line is in the water, baited and ready, I attach a little bell to the tip of my pole. Then with sunglasses on, a hat on my head, and a comfortable chair to plop myself on, I fish and read. I'll admit that too many bell rings cause me to get testy as I'm forced to put down my book and interrupt my story, just to land a fish. Occasionally I even get worm goop on my books. But I don't care because I also crease pages and underline words. I think books are for using, not saving, so if you get a book from me you'll know it’s been read. Library books don't count. I am very careful with them! An occasional worm dropping in a library book is my greatest sin.
I like to read, and my friends know that. As a result, lots of folks save up and either give books or trade books with me. There is no doubt, I am a garbage pail reader. I will read anything, anytime, anywhere. Sitting in a bus, I'll Middleworth read all the advertisements inside and all the billboards outside. I have no pride. If it’s printed. I'll read it. Now, I didn't say I always like what I read. In fact, when I start a book, if I don't like the direction in which it’s going, I'll skip to the back and read the ending. If I like the ending, then I'll read the whole book to find out how the story got there. I figure life is too short to spend time reading a book whose ending I don't like. I've noticed that when I read, as a part of the enjoyment, I look for typographical errors and misspelled words. This is kind of devious, because when I write this column, I make errors and have misspelled words and I often miss them. Thanks to my editor Mike Devich. He finds them for me and makes the corrections. However, when the paper
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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South Fork students take part in local community service program Special to the Courier
A great community service program kicked off 17 years ago between 7th and 8th graders from South Fork Middle School, Kern River Outfitters, and the Sequoia National Forest. The idea for this unique partnership and pilot program came about from a belief that schools, government agencies and community businesses can work together to encourage students to become more involved in their local communities. In short, to help students learn the practice of good citizenship in the laboratory of their own backyard. This year’s program is going on this week, May 3rd through May 7th, with about sixty 7th and 8th grade students and their teachers, and various personnel from Kern River Outfitters and the Forest Service, participating. The students stay in a Forest Service campground, learning to set up camp, prepare and cook their own food. California Land Management opens the campground early for the school's use
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Wonderful weekend events in the Kern River Valley Kern River Courier
Here are just a few of the events coming up over the next couple of glorious spring weekends in the valley.
May 8-9 • Car show. The Rotary Club of the Kern River Valley will be holding their 11th annual Car Show “Down by the Riverside” on Saturday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to all street rods 1975 and older, stock or custom cars of special interest. There will be ‘50s and ‘60s music, a giant raffle, vendors, an art walk and a pet parade. For more information call 378-3888. • Kids Carnival. The Elks Lodge’s Kids Carnival will be on Saturday May 8th, with games and prizes including a dunk tank a bounce house for kids ages 4 to 8. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and soda for sale. Kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of game tickets. The carnival is open to kids of all ages and they must be accompanied by an adult. The carnival will run from 11am to 3pm at the Kern River Valley Elks Lodge located at 6708 Wofford Heights Blvd. in Wofford Heights. • Piano Concert. A Duo Piano Concert entitled "Playing for Pets" featuring Helen Smoot and Jody Steel will be held Saturday, May 8, at 7 p.m. at Kernville United Methodist Church. All proceeds go to help build the dog run at the Animal Shelter in Southlake. For more
Valley history: Hot Springs House The clouds of vapor that appear on chillly nights near Kern Valley Plaza are from the natural hot springs there. Hot Springs Valley was the old name for the area where the town of Lake Isabella is today. The comforting waters prompted Harry Chapman to build a hotel at the hot springs in 1866. Named the Hot Springs House, it offered mineral baths to visitors who suffered from rheumatism or weary muscles. It was a favorite gathering place for miners and other local residents, and quickly became a major stage stop. In 1895, Daniel W. Walser purchased the Hot Springs House, about the same time the Kern River Company began securing the rights-of-way for the construction of the Borel power plant. It was the busiest period in the history of the Hot Springs House. The Kern River Company set up the headquarters at the hotel, and spent the next two years acquiring water and land rights for the canal and transmission lines. Ownership of the hotel changed in 1902 John Neill purchased 840 acres in Hot Springs Valley, which included the hotel at the springs. In 1929, Louis G. Scovern purchased the Hot Springs House and added a swimming pool behind the hotel, added to the existing bath houses, and made numerous improvements to his property, which was renamed Scovern Hot Springs. When Mr. and Mrs. Scovern died, the property went to their daughter, Pauline Scovern McNally. Pauline and John McNally produced the first decade of the Annual Sierra Round-up Rodeo, held on the Scovern Hot Springs grounds. Progress, the car, and subdivisions brought an end to the big ranches in Hot Springs Valley. The Scovern House was sold again but was empty for many years. It became one of the most familiar landmarks in the Valley, a favorite subject for artists and photographers. In 1971, the Scovern House was leveled by fire. People gathered in small groups across the road, watching with saddened faces as a Valley landmark disappeared. —– Adapted from “Hot Springs Country” by Bob Powers
info call 760-378-3108. • Mother’s Day. Don’t forget Mother on her special day, Sunday, May 9. Take your mother out to dinner or buy her something special to remind her that she is important to you.
May 15-16 • History Days. The Kern River Valley Historical Society will be holding their 14th annual History Days celebration on Saturday, May 15 and Sunday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kern Valley Museum in Kernville. Demonstrations and other events will explore the long history of the Kern River Valley. There will be local tours, free refreshments and door prizes. The stagecoach from the classic 1939 John Wayne movie “Stagecoach” will be on display. A special room at the museum is devoted to the long history Kernville and the valley have had with Hollywood and Western movies. And lookalikes for Buffalo Bill Cody and Roy Rogers will be on hand to greet you. • Movie “2012.” The Reel Cinema in Wofford Heights is hosting a showing of the hit end-of-the-world movie “2012,” starring John Cusack and a lot of eye-popping special effects, on Sunday, May 16 at noon. This special matinee will benefit the 2010 Lake Isabella Fireworks Extravaganza. Tickets are only $5 and are pre-sold at the Reel Cinema during normal business hours. See a great movie and donate to a great cause!
Courier Fishing Report
What is a triploid? Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier Columnist
“Triploid” is a word that most are unfamiliar with in the everyday jargon. Here is the easy answer: a triploid is a rainbow trout that has had its reproductive organs erased. A little simpler meaning – it’s a sterile trout. The eggheads that know way more about these things have designed a fish that can be introduced into a waterway and under no circumstances can it leave a footprint. The Department of Fish & Game will, in the near future, most likely not raise two types of trout. My bet would be on the triploids. Those fish planted above Fairview Dam will be triploids only. Those trout planted below
Fairview Dam can be either, whichever they have on hand. OK, on to the fish report. Every type of fish known to Lake Isabella is hungry. Everyone who has ever had the slightest know-how for catching fish is doing just that from the two dams to the North and South Forks and all that is inbetween. The bottom “line” is that fishing is excellent at Isabella. At this time, the only negative is could someone dial back the wind a couple of notches? Please, take only from the lake what you need and release the extras. Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and a volunteer at the Kern River Fish Hatchery.
Entertainment K E R N
Friday, May 7, 2010
R I V E R
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Celebrity Extra
Chan getting long in the tooth
‘Avatar’ great on small screen too
Previews of new DVDs by DNA Smith Released the week of May 17: PICKS OF THE WEEK "Invictus" (PG-13) -- Morgan Freeman stars as Nelson Mandela in this Clint Eastwood-directed look at the racially charged 1995 Rugby World Cup. Mandela had just recently been elected president of South Africa, and racial tensions (and the threat of civil war) loom large. Mandela hopes that the matches featuring his country's racially mixed team will act as an example that whites and blacks can work together. Matt Damon costars as Francois Pienaar, the captain of the team, who must lead his players in the championship match against the highly favored New Zealand squad. "Invictus" is no "Million Dollar Baby," but it's still an Eastwood flick, so it's well worth a look. Jackie Chan
"Extraordinary Measures" (PG) - Harrison Ford stars as research doctor Robert Stonehill in this production that teeters awfully close to being a made-for-Lifetime TV disease of the week disaster. Stonehill has an experimental treatment that may save the lives of two terminally ill children. Brendan Fraser and Keri Russell co-star as the parents of the children who go to Extraordinary Measures to raise the money needed to support Stonehill's research. If you're looking for a cheap tearjerker, then look no further. The Spy Next Door (PG) -- Jackie Chan stars as a Chinese secret agent "on loan" to the CIA (stay with me, it gets dumber) who wants to give up the spy game in order to have a relationship with the single mom (Amber Valletta) who lives next door. When one of her kids accidentally grabs a super
secret file from Chan's computer, Chan has to protect them from evil Russian agents. Billy Ray Cyrus and George Lopez co-star ... so, you know, Quality Comedy Backup, am I right? I'm just gonna say this right now, 'cuz it has to be said: Jackie Chan needs to stop making action movies. It's becoming painful and embarrassing to watch. He's just too old. How old is Jackie? He knew General Tso before he became famous for his chicken. That's how old he is. There. I feel better now. DOG OF THE WEEK "Valentine's Day" (PG-13) -Director Garry Marshall assembles an all-star cast featuring Julia Roberts, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Biel and Jessica Alba and then wastes their talents to make possibly the worst romantic comedy in the history of romcoms. The film is a rapid-fire series of vignettes of various couples spanning different target demographics in the hopes that someone somewhere will actually care about this lukewarm rehash of every chick-flick cliche in the book. TV SERIES "Breaking Bad" Complete Seasons 1-2 "Greatest American Hero" The Complete Series "30 Days" The Complete Series "The Jeff Dunham Show" "21 Jump Street" Season Two "Legend of Prince Valiant" The Complete 65 Episode Series "Dragon Ball Z Kai" Season One, Part One "Hunter: Season Two" "The Barbara Stanwyck Show" Vol. 2 c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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California Joe’s Storytelling Corner
Kids are a handful California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist
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Members of Laureate Iota Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi recently donated and planted a fruitless pear tree at Camp Owen in observance of Arbor Day. (L-R) Sylvia Bone, Debbie Tyler, Darlene Semonious, Jan Ridenour, Vickie Lipke, Debi Creighton, Charlotte Zagon, Judi Lundin, Bev Newman.
EVENTS continued from page 2 Kern Valley Museum’s History Days May 15-16 Want to learn about the valley’s history? Come to the Kern Valley Museum’s History Days May 15-16, on Big Blue Road in Kernville. There will be lots of demonstrations, music and fun. Free admission. For more information, call (760) 376-6683. Ken Mettler “Meet and Greet” at Cracked Egg May 15 There will be a meet and greet with candidate for the California Assembly Ken Mettler on Saturday, May 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Cracked Egg Cafe on Big Blue Road. Free ice cream. No charge, open to the public. May 16 showing of “2012” to benefit fireworks show The Reel Cinema in Wofford Heights is hosting a showing of the hit endof-the-world movie “2012,” starring John Cusack and a lot of eye-popping special effects, on Sunday, May 16 at noon. This special matinee will benefit the 2010 Lake Isabella Fireworks Extravaganza. Tickets are only $5 and are pre-sold at the Reel Cinema during normal business hours. See a great movie and donate to a great cause! Fuller’s staff to hold local office hours May 20 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, May 20th, 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 local office hours May 20 A Field Representative for Congressman Kevin McCarthy will hold office hours in Lake Isabella at the Kern County Building, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella on Thursday, May 20th, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. To schedule an appointment with McCarthy’s staff, the community is encouraged to call Vince Fong, District Director for Congressman McCarthy, at (661) 327-3611. Havilah Days celebration is coming Saturday, May 22 The Havilah Days history event this year will be May 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the courthouse replica in the center of town. To get to Havilah, drive south on Bodfish-Caliente Road for 10 miles. For more information, call (760) 379-2636. Kern Valley Orchestra to present concert May 23 The Kern Valley Community Orchestra will be presenting their May Concert at the Kernville Elementary School on Sunday, May 23, at 4:00 p.m. The selections to be performed include The Pink Panther, Overture To Nabucco, Slavonic Dance, Twentiana, Summertime, and more. KVCOA student Emily Carde will perform a Chopin Prelude as a piano solo. 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 760-379-1616. Food commodities date to be Tuesday, May 25 Government food commodities will be distributed to those qualified on Tuesday, May 25 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel on Highway 178 in Mt. Mesa, and the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Times can start as early as 7 a.m. Art Association’s Spring Art Show Memorial Day Weekend The Kern River Valley Art Association will be holding their annual Memorial Day Weekend Arts and Crafts Festival in Kernville’s Circle Park and Odd Fellows Hall on May 29 through May 31. The Odd Fellows Hall will have the art opening party Friday night, May 28, from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be beer, wine, cheese, crackers and pastries served. Live music will be performed by Lester The Prodigy and various musicians throughout the weekend. There will be a raffle of different art pieces donated by the artists. Make your plans to attend now – this is a big event. For more information, call Cinamon at (760) 3792094. To include your event in the 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.
It happened Saturday afternoon in Riverkern on the way to the bridge at Johnsondale. The birthday party was set for 5 p.m. so shortly after that (I never arrive on time) I set out in my trusty grey Subaru. In a few minutes I was at the Riverkern store, which many years California Joe ago Archie owned. (He’s still listed as the owner of Archie’s Hardware in Kernville, although he hasn’t walked into that place in a long, long time! Haven’t been in the Riverkern store myself in quite a while either.) Across the road and a few houses over was the “birthday place.” It’s the only house in Riverkern where the garage is where the house is supposed to be. To get to the house you enter a side gate and trudge along a narrow walkway. Then you come to a door in the wall and you open the door and suddenly you are assailed by 50 screaming kids running pell mell from the living room through the kitchen alcove and down a long flight of stairs to the garden below. The garden was thoughtfully surrounded by a stoutly built fence, which might
somehow hold 50 desperate hooligans struggling to somehow find a way to reach the main highway and freedom. Maybe there were really only 20. Seemed like 50 to me, though! They were all armed with short plastic swords which they brandished about with great glee. I hastily fled to the comfort of the couch, sitting quietly toward the back of the living room and never again moved – except for one brief moment when I elected to sit at the table and eat some crisp Caesar salad. This birthday party, incidentally, was planned and executed by my favorite local physician Dr. Jack Nadler, resplendent in his olive pants and short sleeve shirt. He really should give up the medical field for what would amount to a brilliant late career in the counselor and guidance field for growing children. His ideas are sound, his execution superb. He was joined in this birthday party melee by his indefatigable partner, Blocky (that’s what I call his cheerful lady, who’s doing one heck of a job raising two rambunctious male offspring.) I think I survived the occasion with all limbs intact, though just barely. (California Joe Stevenson has lived in Kernville for the past 40 years and fished the South Fork when there were trees in the water.)
Collecting
Doll not listed in books Larry Cox Courier Syndicated Columnist
Q: I have two his-and-her "Gone With the Wind"-style chairs that were crafted during the 1860s. No one in the family is interested in them, and I am writing you to see if you have any suggestions as to where and how I can sell them. An antiques dealer looked at them, and she suggested $700 to $800 for each chair. -- Marlene, Surprise, Ariz. A: I contracted several antiques dealers I know and trust, and each told me that the current market is a little soft. Antiques that were hot just a few years ago no longer are. That's the bad news. The good news is that your chairs are genuine antiques, and you should have no problem selling them. There are several excellent antique outlets in Phoenix, including the Historic District Antique Mall, 602-2533778; and Willo Historic District Antiques, 133 West McDowell Road, Phoenix 85003, 602-2660939. My advice is to photograph your chairs and circulate the pictures to the major dealers in Phoenix to see if there is any interest. Don't be hesitant to get several bids before you make your final decision. Keep in mind that there is always a market for quality items, and your chairs seem to fit that category. ***
Q: I have a Susan Hayworth doll, probably from the early 1950s. How much is it worth? -- Brenda, Sun City West, Ariz. A: Since I was unable to find your doll in any of my reference books, or even one offered on eBay, I suggest you contact an expert. Judith Katz-Schwartz buys, sells and appraises dolls, wind-ups, character toys, board games, battery operated Chein, Marx and Disney robots, Japanese celluloid, and space toys. Her address is P.O. Box 6572, New York, NY 10128. You should never expect a free appraisal from any of the experts listed in this column. *** Q: I have an electric light switch plate made of brass with round holes that fit over push buttons. How much is it worth? -- Ardith, Decatur, Ill. A: I checked with several antique-hardware shops and have been told your switch plate is worth about $10. *** Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475, 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. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
Kern River Courier
Creative Connection
Spring call for artists made Donna Louise Fitch Kern River Courier columnist
Call Carol Wermuth at (760)--3764240 to sign up.
It’s a happening time for artists, crafters, lovers of art, and all you collectors out there! Many upcoming shows and exhibits will brush our valley with even more beauty.
Greenhorn Crafter’s Faire On May 29th, beginning at 10 a.m., the Greenhorn Mountain Property Owners Association is joining with the Greenhorn Grill to offer us a chance to cool off and have fun on the Grill’s patio where an array of fine crafts will be displayed. Space is free, though any donation to the GMPOA will be appreciated. The fun and festivities will last into the evening with live music by Terry Huston “Terrelli”. Call Leslie Black at (760) 376-4658 for information or to hold a spot.
Carol Wermuth’s Portrait Workshop On May 26 and 27 Carol Wermuth, in conjunction with the Kern River Valley Art Association, will be holding a portrait workshop entitled “Under-Painting”. Who better to learn from? This two-day event will be held at the Oddfellows Hall from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. both days at a cost of $50; $5 of which will go to the KRVAA’s children’s art and workshop fund. All supplies are included.
KRVAA’s Art Opening Party On May 28, at the Kernville Odd Fellows Hall, from 6-9 p.m., cheese, crackers, pastries, and other celebratory treats will open the Kern River Valley Arts and Crafts Festival. Live music will be performed by Lester The Prodigy. KRV Art Association Spring Arts and Crafts Festival From May 29th through May 31st, in Kernville’s Circle Park, crafts will spring up like wildflowers, or enter the Oddfellows Hall where a fine art presentation will await. There are a few spaces left and photography will round out the show. Call Shirley Davis at (760) 3792844 for more info or to reserve a space. Donna Louise Fitch is a local artist. For questions or comments you can reach her through the Kern River Courier, office@kernrivercourier.com.
Our Valley, Our Earth
This diagram displays the various concepts and definitions for Igneous Rocks, both Intrusive and Extrusive. Intrusive rocks are those that do not reach the earth's surface, such as Granite, Diorite and Gabbro. Extrusive rocks erupt out of the Ron Bolyard earth's crust as lava flows, cinder cones, volcanic bomb fields, etc. and are made-up of Rhyolite, Andesite and Basalt. This diagram relates to the Granularity of the different rocks. The Extrusive, volcanic
desired. Cut small slits in top crust for air. Bake 350 deg 45 mins until golden brown. Bodfish Bob’s Marinated Carrots 5 cups fresh sliced carrots 1 large Onion (sliced) 1 Bell Pepper (sliced) 1/2 cup Oil 1/2 cup Cider Vinegar Salt (to taste) 1 can condensed Tomato Soup 3/4 cups Sugar 1 tsp Pepper 1 tsp dry Mustard 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
Bodfish Bob’s Iron Skillet Apple Pie 1 stick plus 1 T butter, divided 1 c brown sugar 3 Pillsbury unroll-and-fill pie crust (refrigerated crust) 5 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, quartered and sliced thin 1 1/4 c sugar divided 2 t cinnamon divided
Melt stick butter in iron skillet in 350-deg oven. (Don't let skillet get hot.) Stir in brown sugar until well blended. Place 1 pie crust on top of this mixture (pressing it to bottom and around sides). Place half apples slices on top of crust. Mix 1/2 c sugar and 1 t cinnamon sprinkle over apples. Place second pie crust on top, layer remaining apples. Mix 1/2 c sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle over apples. Place third pie crust on top. Sprinkle with 1/4 c sugar, dot with 1 T butter, more if
Boil sliced carrots until tender. Drain. Mix dry ingredients. Add tomato soup, oil, vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Pour mixture over carrots, onion and bell pepper. Serves 8 to 10. Better if marinated overnight! Bodfish Bob’s Pizza Dogs 1 jar (14 oz) pizza sauce 15 slices pepperoni, chopped 1-1/2 c (6 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese 12-14 hot dog buns, split 12-14 hot dogs, cooked
In large saucepan, combine pizza sauce and pepperoni; heat through. Stir in cheese until melted. Spoon about 2 T into each bun; top with a hot dog. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Web at www.bodfishbob.com. You can write to him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com
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Geologists will love this one Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist
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rocks are fine-grained while the Intrusive, Plutonic rocks are course-grained. This relates to the speed at which they crystallize. This geologicaleze is useful for field identification of igneous rocks, not necessarily for the readers! It is important for the reader to grasp, to a point, the percentages of the three basic rock building minerals, Quartz, Feldspar and the Ferromagnesians. The correlation of light, medium and dark rocks is directly related to the percentage presence of white minerals such as quartz and feldspar verses the darker Ferromagnesians. Thus this diagram tells just about everything about how to quickly identify igneous rocks in the field. For a geologist, that is heaven. For the reader, well?!!
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Rotary Club of the Kern River Valley “Art Walk” On May 8th, in the streets of Kernville, in front Donna Fitch of the Circle Park Business area, sponsored artists will provide a museum type art event which will accompany the popular car show. Activity will begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 5:00 p.m. A few openings are left for fine artists and photographers to exhibit their finest pieces and all at no charge to either the participants or the public. For information or a space call Nancy Walker at (760) 376-2239.
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Talking About Real Estate
New numbers are in Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist
Over the last few months we have seen some positive changes in the mortgage market for the Kern River Valley. Although sales remain slow, prices have started to stabilize in some areas. Kernville, Squirrel Valley, parts of Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights, and Bella Vista in Matt Freeman Weldon had seen some stability lately. Stick Built Homes have been more stable than Manufactured or Mobile Homes. Mobiles especially have been hit very hard by the market with some selling for 40% of their value at the market peak back in early 2008. Year to date approx $8 million worth of real estate has been sold on the Kern River Lake Isabella Multiple Listing Service, which is our local area MLS. There are, of course, other transactions as well that happened outside of MLS, such as homes sold that were listed by out-of-area real estate agents and private transactions. I would guess, a rough guess, that approx 10 million bucks in real estate has changed hands since the first of the year. That number pretty much matches the 2009 numbers, and
as we all know 2009 was a BAD year. So if the numbers are about the same by the end of 2010 as by the end of 2009 we will know the market has become stable here in the valley. Of course, we all want market improvement, not stability! I think I can speak for us all though when I say I would much prefer stability to what we have had the last two years. Here are some numbers for the state as a whole. The California median home price just inched above 300K for the first time in over 2 years. Calif. median home price: March 2010: $301,790 (Source: C.A.R.) Calif. highest median home price by C.A.R. region March 2010: Santa Barbara So. Coast $890,000(Source: C.A.R.) Calif. lowest median home price by C.A.R. region March 2010: High Desert $122,970 (Source: C.A.R.) Calif. First-time Buyer Affordability Index - Fourth Quarter 2009: 64 percent (Source: C.A.R.) Mortgage rates - week ending 4/29/10 30-yr. fixed: 5.06 Fees/points: 0.7% 15-yr. fixed: 4.39% Fees/points: 0.7% 1-yr. adjustable: 4.25% Fees/points: 0.5% (Source: Freddie Mac) Matt Freeman is a Realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty (760) 379-5915 or cell 223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.
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FIRE continued from page 1 The U.S. Forest Service helps homeowners reduce hazardous fuels through local Fire Safe Councils and coordinating chipping days (where brush or shrubs or small groups of vegetation are removed and chipped into small pieces), or by providing financial assistance through the State Clearinghouse Grant Program. Please, protect yourself and your
community and get involved. There is a special 12-page all-color insert in this week’s Kern River Courier from the Kern River Valley Fire Safe Council which will help you find ways to make your property safe from wildfire. The Kern River Valley Fire Safe Council also has a web site at http://www.krvfiresafecouncil.org/
PREPARE continued from page 1 What have been successful methods of preparedness in the past? What is the likelihood of this happening to you? Make a Plan Web sites are excellent places to get ideas for a family plan. One thing to think of us this – if you are not together at the time of the emergency where and how would meet to check on everyone’s safety? Do you know where each utility service is and how to shut them off? You need to know how to turn off your propane and electric service at the source to prevent possible fire. You may need to turn off your water supply. If the water company pumps stop, contamination may enter the company’s lines to your house. Turning off the water will prevent this contamination from entering your water lines. Make a minimum two-week emergency kit. You should consider having
a minimum of one gallon of water per person per day, non-perishable easily prepared food supplies, medical supplies and an extra supply of your medications. Don’t forget your pets, they need food and water too. Additional supplies to consider might be flashlights with extra batteries, an emergency band radio (consider hand-crank-powered devices), plans for a solar cooker, a few pots and pans, drinking cups, water purification pills, and more. Have an extra set of clothing for each member of your family. Don’t forget blankets and coats. This is a limited list of basics. In Kern County you may dial 211. This is a toll free Kern County information site. What ever you do, prepare your family for the types of emergencies that occur in your area. Now you can enjoy all the summer activities and fun knowing you are ready. Don’t forget the bug spray and Band-aids!
SOLAR continued from page 1 School, 5225 Kelso Valley Road, Weldon • Thursday, May 20th - 6-8pm Senior Center, 6409 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella Renewable Resources Group
says their goal is to provide information on the solar project, answer questions and listen to the public’s comments, concerns and suggestions.
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#2210648 3+2.25 MH with 1680 s.f. Here it is, priced to sell! A lovely MH, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (all baths have shower only) on over a 1/3 acre. Completely fenced. Split floor plan with 2 bedrooms & bath at one end and the master at the other, master has walk in closet, master bath was remodeled in 2006. ONLY $99,900 #2210822 Clean is the only way to describe this very nice doublewide MH with attached 12'x26' family room. 2 bedrooms, 1.75 baths with family room and livingroom! Window shutters, wallpaper, great carpeting, built in kitchen table, built in china hutch, kitchen pantry, bedrooms are good sized, mirrored closet doors. Family room is very comfortable with built in bar sink and refrigerator and its own exterior door. Fully fenced with two large driveway gates. ONLY $117,500 #2210798 Check out this great place in Wofford Heights. Sitting on a 1/2 acre view lot with a panoramic mountain and valley view this home is one of a kind. There is also a partial lake view from the property. Nothing like being high above all the other houses this place is located in a secluded and peaceful area. The home is permanently attached and is 2 bed 2 bath 1248 sq feet with paved driveway and large backyard. ONLY $139,000 #2210769 2+2 MH with 1344 s.f. on 1.28 acres! Fabulously large gated property. MH is something very special. A view that will take your breath away. Doublewide with incredible mountain views. Lot is fully fenced with security lights. Plenty of room for RV'S,boat and other toys.The inside has a built in china cabinet, oven, lots of counter top.Large rooms . The shed is permitted with a cement pad and electricity. ONLY $149,000 #2210841 3+1.75 house with 1441 s.f. You will love this superior home nestled in Bodfish Oaks. Neighborhood alive with majestic oaks and this lovely home is partially surrounded with nature. Custom home shows pride of ownership. Front door opens into open floor plan with handsome rock fireplace with woodburning insert. Fabulous surrounding views. Attractive kitchen with wonderful appliances, convection oven and dishwasher. Tiled counters in kitchen and bathrooms are a plus. Deep tub in main bathroom. Dual pane windows are everywhere, lots of storage, expansive deck with BBQ and Jacuzzi, automatic sprinklers, storage shed, and fenced back yard are just a few advantages waiting for you. ONLY $179,000
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This week we had so many stories that we had to condense some of them so that we wouldn’t leave them out. Here is a lot of stuff you should be knowing about. Can and bottle rings busted Three beverage container recycling rings were shut down this week. Special agents with the Department of Justice found that millions of cans and bottles were trucked from Arizona and Nevada to illegally claim California Redemption Value (CRV) refunds. Thirty-one individuals were arrested. More than $3.5 million in CRV containers were allegedly involved. In one case originating in Nevada, a ring imported to California 1.6 million pounds of cans and bottles - enough, if not compacted, to fill 464 18-wheelers. In another case, cans were not only hauled from the Phoenix area to Moreno Valley for the CRV deposit, they were filled with sand to add weight for an increased deposit return. Water tower to come down Sometime within the next two weeks, the Forest Service water tower that has stood guard over Lake Isabella since 1951 will come down to make way for a new water system at the agency’s office. The tower is a victim of age. Angelfood deadline extended The Angel Food Ministries May order deadline has been extended to Sunday May 16 at 8:59 pm PST. Don't miss your opportunity to feed your family of up to four for about $4.30 a day. All the basic fresh frozen meats, vegetables, starches and more are included. Order by coming to the Community Christian Service Center, The Salvation Army 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd. or Call 760379-5100 for more information. Cerro Coso graduation to feature Jazz Tones The Cerro Coso Community College Commencement exercise is slated for Friday, May 14 at 6 p.m. Commencement will be held in the gym in the Raymond A. McCue Athletic Complex on the west side of College Heights Blvd. in Ridgecrest. Cerro Coso will be honoring nearly 250 eligible graduates from the IWV Campus, Kern River Valley Center in Lake Isabella, South Kern Center at Edwards Air Force Base, and the Eastern Sierra College Center located in Bishop and Mammoth Lakes. The Jazz Tones, a 12-member musical group from the Kern River Valley will be performing a precommencement concert. Kern County visitors increase The Kern County visitor industry continues to be one of the bright spots in an otherwise dreary time. The Kern County Board of Trade said that visitor spending in Kern reached an all-time high in 2009 -topping the $1 billion mark for the fourth consecutive year. Even more impressive, Kern County continued to exceed statewide averages in key statistical categories while eclipsing the growth rates of many of the California’s high-profile tourism players. The dollars spent by visitors to Kern County have a dramatic impact on the area economy. According to the latest study about 13,660 jobs and over $324 million in
payroll were directly attributable to travel and tourism spending. Local libraries host events "Get Caught Reading" during National Children's Book Week at one of our local libraries or bookmobile. Kern River Valley Branch, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd, presents: "Shiver Me Letters," a pirate theme Story Time with craft, on Thursday, May 13 at 3:45. Kernville Branch, 48 Tobias, presents: "Get Caught Reading" spring favorites and crafts on Wednesday, May 19 at 10:30am. Libraries in Kern County are preparing for this year's Summer Reading Program when kids can earn a free book and enjoy lots of free entertainment and crafts; look for a calendar of events at your favorite library or the Courier coming mid-May. For more information call the KRV Branch in Lake Isabella at 760-549-2083. Yoga group starts up A Yoga Practice Group meets Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:30 am at the Kernville United Methodist Church. They are a bunch of yoga enthusiasts who work out together and support each other’s practice. Cost is one dollar per session to pay for utilities. For more information, contact Bill Stacy at 909-753-9043.
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NATIONAL NURSES WEEK MAY 6 -12, 2010 Hoffmann Hospice thanks its dedicated nurses for their compassionate care of the Kern River Valley's terminally ill patients and their families. WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU!
From left: Bonnie Chastain and Julie Aguirre. Not pictured: Kris Wilbur.
Stamps feed shelter pets The U.S. Postal Service is offering new stamps in panes of 20 that feature pictures of our furry friends. You buy the stamps, HALO buys the food for one million shelter pets. Visit stampstotherescue.com where you can learn more about the stamps and the campaign. Artist holds workshops Local artist Carol Wermuth will be offering workshops just before the Kern River Valley Art Association’s Spring Arts and Crafts Show on Memorial Day weekend in Kernville. The workshops will be Wednesday, May 26 and Thursday, May 27 at the Odd Fellows Hall in Kernville from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM with a one-hour break for lunch. Learn to paint a native American portrait in oils using an under-painting style. The cost is $45. All supplies will be provided. Bring your own table easel. Some sketching experiences is needed. Each student will take home a finished painting on 11 x 14 canvas. Make your reservations now. Limit of 15 students. Call (760) 3764240 before May 18. Tollefson honored As the Courier told you in the April 2 issue, Reed Tollefson of the Kern River Preserve in Weldon had won an award from the Sierra Business Council. On April 14, that award was presented to Tollefson at the historic Stanford Mansion in Sacramento. Tollefson started working at the Kern River Preserve in 1987. He began as a riparian forest restoration technician (pushing a shovel and planting trees) and eventually became the Preserve’s manager. According to Richard Rowe, who was present at the ceremony, Tollefson’s protection efforts at the Preserve have helped to maintain the rural nature of local communities and helped area ranches survive during difficult economic times.
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Courier chuckle of the week: “If at first you don't succeed, destroy all evidence that you tried.” -- Steven Wright
See Page 16 for answers to puzzles
Salome’s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might be a bit shaken by a friend's request. But before the Lamb leaps to conclusions, insist on a full explanation. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Seeing red over those nasty remarks by someone with an ax to grind? Get out there and give your supporters the facts they need to get the truth out. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A changing situation should get you to reassess your vacation plans and make any adjustments as soon as possible. The change most likely will turn out for the better. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Don't put off dealing with any negative feelings that might be left over from a recent confrontation. Move forward. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Leos and Leonas might feel the urge to redecorate their dens, and that can turn into a good opportunity to strengthen family ties by putting the whole pride to work to make it happen. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Look for the most efficient way to get a job done quickly and well. Taking more time than you need to make it look more challenging is a short-sighted move you might regret later on. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Travel remains strong in your aspect. And this time, it could
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involve someone traveling a great distance to come to see you. Meanwhile, an important matter suddenly could need your attention. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A workplace situation becomes a lot more bothersome than you'd expected. Be careful not to be pulled into all that anger. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Cheer up, lonely lovers, wherever you are. Just when you thought you'd been deleted from Cupid's database, the chubby cherub proves that's just not so. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A casual relationship could take a more serious turn. Are you ready for it? Your stars say you are. Paired Sea Goats also will find a renewed richness in their relationships. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Meeting a collaborator with new ideas seems to be a dream come true. But for both your sakes, be sure all your legal i's are dotted and t's are crossed. PISCES (February 19 to March 21) A romantic overture flatters the usually unflappable Fish. But since it's a sincere from-the-heart gesture, go ahead an enjoy it. A minor health problem responds well to treatment. BORN THIS WEEK: You have the warm heart of a Taurean and the sensitivity of a Gemini. You would make a wonderful leader. So go ahead: Run for office. c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. SCIENCE: What is "sidereal time"? 2. MUSIC: What is meant by the musical term "giocoso"? 3. RELIGION: Who is the patron saint of firefighters? 4. LEGAL: What does it mean when a lawyer takes a case "pro bono"? 5. GEOGRAPHY: What U.S. state lies between Oregon and Wyoming? 6. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the monetary unit of Panama? Answers:
1. Time measured by rotation of the Earth with respect to the stars 2. Merry or lively 3. St. Florian 4. Without a fee 5. Idaho 6. Balboa
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Chuck Barbee - Still & Video PHOTOGRAPHY Portraits - Family Events Equestrian - Historical Photo Scanning & Restoration Transfers to DVD & CD 760-376-8784 ARCHIE LOGSDON CARPENTRY Decks & Remodeling. "Craftsmanship and Attention to Detail" (760) 223-6624 losthills@communitymail.net __________________________ HERITAGE CLEANERS - Von's Shopping Center. Dry Cleaning, Laundry, Comforters. Tue & Thu afternoon pick-up. Mon-Fri 9am5pm, Sat. 9am-2pm. 760-379-4271 __________________________ ART'S ELECTRIC Locally owned - Free Estimates Always on Time! 25 years exp. - Lic. #560220 (760) 223-3648 __________________________ SWAMP COOLER SERVICE SPECIAL - $30.00 + PARTS CALL ROGER MASON 760-417-9020 __________________________
TERESA HENRICKS Notary Service Located in the KRV. 5 Year Notary. I will travel to your location. Available any time for your convenience. 760-985-1148 __________________________ KYT'S - Painting, landscaping, weed abatement, carpet cleaning, etc…25 years serving the KRV LICENSED. Call 760549-3468 or 760-376-1761 __________________________ CERTIFIED CAREGIVER for the elderly, caring and reliable, hours flexible. 25 years experience. Call 760-376-4707 __________________________ Kern Valley Handy Services Ask about senior discounts, Painting, cleanup, hauling, landscaping, sprinklers installed & repaired, professional carpet cleaning (1 room-$40.00, each add'l - $36.00). Tree trimming, weed abatement. If you do not have time to do it, call me at 760382-6292. Reasonable Rates! HOUSECLEANING
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Lake Isabella - $640/mo (inclds space rent) in quiet 55+ park. 2 bd, 2 ba completely refurbished. Rent to Own + sec dep & good credit. Call Joel (760) 379-2092 _________________________ Kernville - Studio Apartments available @ Riverview RV TED Park. $400/mo RENrent w/utilities included. 760-376-2345 ___________________________ Kernville - Hi-Ho Mobile Home Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $595/mo + deposit and utilities. 760-376-2671 _________________________ Wofford Hts - Remodeled 3/bd, 2/ba home in Pala Ranches w/xtra room under house, mt view, stove, refrig + w/d hookup, Sec 8 ok. $900/mo + deposit. Call 323-447-9140 or 323-969-8061 _________________________ Lake Isabella - Nice 2 bd, 2 ba house w/large attached garage in nice neighborhood. $800/mo. 1st + $1,000 security. Pets req add'l security deposit 760-379-5439 _________________________ Neatest Adult Park in the Valley 3 to choose from. $300 to $600. Just refurbished, deck over-looking Tillie Creek. Double pane windows, wood stove, new appliances, air cond, Corion tops, must see. Pinewood Trailer Park, 99_________________________ Evans Rd. Wofford Heights. Wofford Hts - 1 bd apt-$425 & Studio apt -$350, cooler, frig, stv, NS, ND, close to lake & downtown area 805-459-9054 or aunaprendo@msn.com
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**** 3 LOTS FOR SALE **** Balboa South of Beechwood Scovern South of Crestview Starlight Off Old State Road $20K ea. (760) 223-2222
MACHINIST WANTED with comprehensive knowledge of Fanuc controls for CNC Milling & Lathe work. Apply in person at Next-RO, 9900 Sierra Way, Kernville. 760-376-3633
Yard/Bake Sale Valley Estates Community Clubhouse, Allen St. in Weldon, May 14 & 15, 8am-2pm. Hot Dogs, Drinks, Raffle Tickets - $1 ea. (winner need not be present) Bake sale. _________________________ HUGE Neighborhood Yard sale. Décor items, tools, clothes, furniture, treadmill, misc. 501 Old State Rd. Wofford Hts. May 7th & 8th, 8am-3pm
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COCKTAILS AND DANCING 5430 Lake Isabella Blvd. 379-8144 Largest pool table in town!
Lah-De-Dah-Gifts, Collectables, Antiques. “If it’s not here, we don’t have it.” Sewing Center for Sewing Needs. 41 Big Blue Rd. Kernville. Call 376-6704.
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TAIL WAGGERS 2 males and 2 females from 10 wks to 4 mo. CKC-reg. Purebred Applehead Chihuahua puppies. Happy & friendly. Good bites, vaccinations UTD, wormed, health guarantee. Pad & crate trained. $225-$300. 760-379-1403 _________________________ DOG TRAINING 30 Yrs. Experience, local references, Problem Solver, Instructor of Obedience. 760223-3338 No Biters Please
Lake Isabella - 3,600 sq. ft. bldg on approx 3 acres for lease located @ 3615 Suhre Street (corner of Suhre & Hwy 155.) Excellent office space for medical, dental, school, church, or? Terms negotiable. Call (760) 417-0876
ALWAYS BUYING original art, bronzes, sculptures, paintings, Indian items, antiques, saloon, Civil War, old advertising, art pottery & more. HIGHEST PRICES PAID. Over 21 years exp. WE SELL TOO! Open daily. Ghost Town Relics @ Silver City Ghost Town. 760-379-5146
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Marketplace Continued from page 12 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 _________________________ Kernville - 1 bd, 1 ba MH w/covered patio.D$1,500. $419 L space rent +SO utilities. Call Kim @ (760) 376-2345 for details.
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Wofford Heights - Sites available in quiet park with lake views, laundry facilities & fish house. $250/mo inclds water & trash. Call Jody @ 760-376-3228 _________________________ Wofford Heights Mobile / RV Park Great Location! Quiet, mature trees, walk to lake, market, medical, park & theater. Call Jim @ (760) 376-6316
Free HORSE MANURE Made Fresh Daily. No *&#@ You load and haul. Call after 6:00 pm 760-379-4860
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Backcountry Horsemen teach use of public land Tina Terrell, Sequoia National Forest Special to the Kern River Courier
Under Construction - ASHWOOD CUSTOM HOMES, INC. offers another quality home in the desirable SOUTH LAKE location. 1832 Plan featuring 4 bd/2bath, extra large living room, knotty alder cabinetry, granite countertops throughout, tall Tray ceilings, ceramic tile flooring, RV parking & more. Lot size is approx 15,000 sq ft & at the end of a cul-de-sac for added privacy. Act now & PICK YOUR OWN COLORS. $239,000. CoOp Welcome. Call for an appointment (661) 201-2141
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Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: BIONICON USA (2010-B1876), DBA #2: BIONICON (2010B1877) Street address of principal place of business: 21 Sierra Drive, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 3793, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT: Grapevine Products, Inc., 21 Sierra Drive, Kernville, CA 93238. F, Corporation. Date the business commenced: 03/15/2005. 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 Ferguson, CEO. This statement filed on 03/18/2010. Expires 03/18/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier April 23, 30, May 7 and 14, 2010.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: ERIN'S HAIRCUTS & MORE (2010- B2462 ) Street address of principal place of business: 6392 Wofford Boulevard, Suite A, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: 236 Bull Run Road, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT: Erin Brooks, 236 Bull Run Road, Kernville, CA 93238. A, Individual. Date the business commenced: 04/28/2006. 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: Erin Brooks. This statement filed on 04/13//2010. Expires 04/13/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier April 23, 30, May 7 and 14, 2010.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: RIDE KRV (2010-B1878 ) Street address of principal place of business: 21 Sierra Drive, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 3793, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT: RIDE KRV LLC, 21 Sierra Drive, Kernville, CA 93238. D, Limited Liability Company. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Paul Ferguson, President. This statement filed on 03/18/2010. Expires 03/18/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier April 23, 30, May 7 and 14, 2010.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: PREMIER TAX SERVICE (2010-B2399) Street address of principal place of business: 2300 9th Street, Wasco, CA 93280. Mailing address of business: 2300 9th Street, Wasco, CA 93280. REGISTRANTS: Jose Ayala, 2300 9th Street, Wasco, CA 93280 and Susanna Rico, 2300 9th Street, Wasco, CA 93280. I, Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Jose Ayala. This statement filed on 04/08/2010. Expires 04/08/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier May 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2010.
The Back Country Horsemen service organization was formed in Tulare County in 1986, with several volunteer units on the S e q u o i a National Forest – including one based in the Kern River Valley. This is one of several organizations that are active in the Sequoia National Forest and Giant Terrell Sequoia National Monument. They split their service between “on-the-ground” projects, and educational outreach efforts focused on the next generation. With a passion and love for the backcountry, they continue the tradition of packing stock into the backcountry and teach safe and ethical use of our public lands. Teaching a stewardship message The BCHC members teach a stewardship message highlighting the Leave No Trace wilderness ethics donating time, equipment, and animal stock. Members present “Gentle Use” packing workshops to Boys and Girl Scouts, 4-H groups, schools and community groups. For instance, at Frontier High School in Bakersfield, the BCHC unit there offers a back country animal packing curriculum to Future Farmers of America students. Members also pack-in supplies for backcountry experiences for at-risk youth, provide Leave No Trace education for Pyles Boys Camp Leadership Training, along with training for Boy Scouts Horsemanship Merit Badges. Wilderness Riders is another educational outreach program for trained back country stock users. These activities all drive home a simple message, protect our wildlands through Gentle Use skills. The work of the BCHC Many BCHC units travel into the six wilderness areas in the Sequoia to maintain several historic Forest Service guard stations which once housed the early forest ranger fire patrolmen. Trout
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Meadow and Grey Meadow cabins are in the Golden Trout Wilderness, and Manter Meadow cabin is in the Domelands Wilderness. The volunteers perform basic maintenance on the cabins, provide visitor information during the summer, maintain the administrative and public grass pastures around the cabins, work on trails, and pack out trash. At the public pastures of Big Meadow and Paloma Meadow on the Kern Plateau, they remove the fence for winter recreation when the snowpack arrives, and replace it yearly for the summer recreation season. This organization also provides support for wilderness restoration projects. Last year, they packed in supplies on horses and mules to the Fungston Meadow restoration project to remove velvet grass, an invasive species that threatens high elevation native grasses. They made eight round trips through the Golden Trout Wilderness delivering approximately 3,500 pounds of supplies, and then turned around and packed out trash and personal items for volunteers. Another unit worked in the Domeland Wilderness, to restore and maintain trails to Manter Meadow. Since the Manter Fire (2000), many trails throughout the fire area are plagued with falling dead trees. Last season, four different work parties, maintained 12-15 miles of trails, removed 86 fallen trees, and cut down overgrown thorny whitethorn along trails. Members also installed and maintained facilities at wilderness trailheads that include visitor information stations, horse hitching posts, corrals and restrooms. How you can help Our thanks, and our cowboy hats are off to these dedicated mounted volunteers! They deliver many services that help access and protect the “wildness” of our national forests. If you would like to volunteer, schedule a workshop or presentation, please contact Anne Lang Kernville Sierra Unit, (760) 3782486, or Bonnie Searcy - Sequoia Unit, (559) 798-1913. Tina Terrell is Forest Supervisor for Sequoia National Forest/Giant Sequoia National Monument.
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Voices of Faith
One for all mothers Clarence Semonious, pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville
Knowledge is often more about understanding how much is unknown. The often quoted, “When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways,” of 1 Corinthians 13:11 was written as an illustration during an instruction on love. Not so well known is Semonious the preceding verse, “For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when the perfect comes, the partial will pass away.” 1 Corinthians 13:9-10. Have you heard, or said, “If you love me you will…”? It is possible that all of us would profit from a review of 1 Corinthians 13. In preparation for Mother’s Day week-end, consider a part of 1 Corinthians. It is from verses 4-6, “Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth.” Love is especially powerful when insufficiency abounds. There is one source that abounds in love. Joseph’s love of God served to demonstrate God’s blessing of the world over 400 years before the first Passover. Joseph told Pharaoh, “So the plenty will not be known in the land because of the famine following, for it will be very severe.” Genesis 41:31. A modern fear is also that plenty will be unknown. Many today are unaware of an ancient attempt to “cover all the bases” with God, so
moderns try to address all the gods “just in case.” Paul told the cautious people of his day, “For as I passed along and observed the objects of your worship, I found also an altar with this inscription, 'To the unknown god.' What therefore you worship as unknown, this I proclaim to you. The God who made the world and everything in it, being Lord of heaven and earth, does not live in temples made by man, nor is he served by human hands, as though he needed anything, since he himself gives to all mankind life and breath and everything.” Acts 17:23-25. Just as one may be aware of motherhood without experiencing the unselfish love of a mother, so missing out on the comfort that comes from knowing God’s forgiveness can be a part of an impersonal worship life. Joseph demonstrated forgiveness to his brothers because he became a man and gave up childish ways. The account which began in Genesis 41 continues to chapter 45 where the brothers, in a tearful reunion, are reconciled. Along the way, there are many lessons to be learned, but as Paul wrote, “So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13:13. Since life will continue into eternity, it is eternally important to learn forgiveness and reconciliation – for your sake, the sake of those with whom you reconcile and, of course, your mother.
“Voices of Faith” is a rotating column featuring messages from all churches. Pastors, please e-mail 400-word messages to office@kernrivercourier.com
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Kernville United Methodist Church is conveniently located on Sirretta Street, selling tons of hot dogs at the Sirretta Street multi-yard sale Saturday.
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The Hot Dog booth at Kernville United Methodist Church was a hubbub of activity during the Sirretta Street Sale last Saturday. Close to 600 dogs were sold between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. People of all ages gathered around the hot dog tent, ordering chili dogs, cheese dogs and any combination of the two. The booth was manned by 12 members of the Kernville United Methodist men's group, who every year provides the shoppers a chance to get a bite to eat and quench their thirst. This was the biggest sale in quite a few years. The men's group is especially grateful for the support given by Sierra Gateway Market in Kernville. With the proceeds every year, the KUMC men's group supports local youth activities and other local worthwhile causes.
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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Bible verse of the week Keep on asking and it will be given you; keep on seeking and you will find; keep on knocking [reverently] and [the door] will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7 (AMP)
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Health Insurance Matters
‘Cross-selling’ other policies may be a good thing Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist
This was a week of education for me regarding cross-selling. I was presenting in Woodland Hills and Scottsdale, Ariz. My meetings in Woodland Hills were primarily focused on the future of the health insurance industry, and Harry Thal his/her role of the agent concerning the new health insurance legislation. I was very pleased to learn that President Obama's legislation has wording which will continue to use the health insurance professional as a conduit to access and learn about health insur-
ance in the future. In Scottsdale, this was a conference on marketing. There was one keynote address that I almost skipped. After all, what does a nice Jewish boy need to know about cross selling? But, as Jesus was a Jew, why not? Of course I know what "cross-selling" is really about, and I have intentionally never pursued this tacky practice. The philosophy is, since you have just made a sale, this is the best time to sell a person something else. I’ve never found this a good practice. If a person comes to me to buy a Medicare supplement, then that is what I should discuss; the same for individual and small group health insurance. As I am a nationally recognized health insurance authority, why dilute myself with other products like life insurance or critical illness? It's my knowledge that gets me invited to lecture all over the place.
Break time. I check my messages and find two from a doctor client in San Diego. His mother-in-law is in the hospital. Dorothy has had a major stroke and is not expected to live. The two calls were asking me if she has life insurance to pay for her funeral. The answer is "no", as I didn't cross-sell, I only sold her what she had requested, a good Medicare supplement. So, Dorothy will have no final medical expenses, but a $10,000 or more final expense billing. The next message was from a client from Sacramento who has a family plan. His daughter is in the hospital as a result of a bad skateboarding accident. Nothing life-threatening, but with a $5,000 deductible on their health insurance, it is going to take some time to pay down their VISA bill. If I had cross-sold a sickness and accident plan, it would have been only a small monthly premium increase and
would have saved them most of that $5,000 deductible. For now, I will be researching and developing a few products for crossselling. A small affordable burial life insurance and a sickness/accident plan to help people with their high deductible plans makes perfect logic. While I don't foresee myself selling jewelry like crosses or stars of David, I will make other insurance products that make sense to me available when the phone rings and people need good health insurance advice. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker and a member of the Society of Certified Senior Advisors and past president and president-elect of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, e-mail harrythal@aol.com or visit him on the web at www.harrythal.com
Latest word is that adults need a lot more aerobic exercise Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Kern River Courier Syndicated Columnist
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