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Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Dean Marshall of the Lake Isabella substation (left foreground) checks his raffle tickets at the Sheriff’s Activity League fundraiser dinner Saturday night at the Moose Lodge.
Southern California Edison is offering small businesses in the Kern River Valley up to $10,000 in free energy upgrades through SCE's Direct Install program through the months of November and December. "We have a program for virtually every SCE customer," said Lisa Cagnolatti, SCE vice president, Business Customer Division. "We know the business community has seen some tough times, and the lower electric bills resulting from these free energy efficiency measures will help save money." The Direct Install survey, equipment and installation are available for qualifying small businesses that use less than 100 kilowatts. SCE-approved profession-
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Chamber requests honoree nominations Kern River Courier
The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their Man and Woman of the Year. The deadline is Dec. 10. Please mail letters of nomination to the KRV Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 567, Lake Isabella, CA. 93240. Please include length of time in the Kern River Valley, memberships (church, service clubs, fraternal organizations), offices held; volunteer work with details, community involvement or humanitarian service. The dinner honoring the Man & Woman of the Year will be held along with the Chamber Installation of Officers and new Board Members on January 24, 2011. We have many individuals in our valley who deserve to be honored. Please take the time to make your nomination today. For more information please call the Chamber office at 760-379-5236.
Benefit set for daughter of KRV’s Jeanette Rogers Mike Devich Kern River Courier
es of remodeling her home for handicapped access and continuing therapy. Jeanette Rogers, the tireless volTo raise money for Rogers-Hill, a unteer for everyone and everything benefit concert featuring Out of the in the valley, has had a Blue has been scheduled tragedy strike her daughfor Sunday, Nov. 14 at 2 ter, Danielle Rogers-Hill. p.m. at the Family Life Danielle has struggled for Center in Wofford years with a difficult-toHeights. diagnose illness, which If you cannot attend, has finally been revealed donations will be to be a cavernoma, a rare accepted at any vascular tumor that Rabobank office. The affects only one percent Rogers-Hill Dani Rogers-Hill Benefit of the population. Two account is number 9728serious neurosurgeries, performed 450374. You can also send a donaat UCLA, have now left her a para- tion by mail to Rabobank, 2700 Mt. plegic. She faces overwhelming Vernon Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93306. medical bills, as well as the expensFor info call (760) 379-8244.
Join national effort to Light Up A Life Two events held locally Mike Devich Kern River Courier
Would you like to remember a special loved one in a national ceremony that is being shared by many thousands of other people? Join the “Light Up A Life” events this year. “Light up a Life” is a series of special events that take place all across the country in the weeks running up to Christmas that allow us to remember the lives of friends and family. They have been held for over 20 years now. The services are organized by local hospices and are open to anyone, whether their loved one was cared for by a hospice or not. Every Light up a Life event is different, but most include readings and music. A vital part is the oppor-
tunity to dedicate a message in memory of a loved one, whether by lighting a candle, hanging a message on a tree, recording the name of someone special in a book of remembrance or reading it aloud. They take place in a variety of venues, from hospice garden or chapel, to a local church or town square. For most hospices, Light up a Life is one of their best-loved and most meaningful events, attracting hundreds of local people year after year. It represents a time to be comforted and to share hope with others. In the KRV area, there are two Light Up A Life events being held. The first is sponsored by Hoffman Hospice, and will take place Wednesday, Dec. 1 at Big Blue Bear in Kernville, Circle Park area. It’s at
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Get in gear now for Toys for Tots Kern River Courier
Toys For Tots, the U.S. Marine Corps/Salvation Army Christmas gift program for kids up to 12 (see related story on page 7 about another program for older kids) is now in full swing. The big news this year is that the local effort is now independent from Bakersfield. That means there will be no help received from Bakersfield as in the past. But it also means that all toys donated in the valley stay in the valley. (Actually, they always have stayed in the valley, but it bears repeating since some members of the community still believe that toys collected here go elsewhere.) The time element is crucial, so the time to act is right now. If you want to submit an applica-
See TOTS, Page 14
Vol. 7 No. 41 Lake Isabella’s weekend weather Sat.: Sunny, high 67. Sat. night: Mostly cloudy, low 30. Sun.: Sunny, high 59. Sun. night: Mostly clear, low 42. Mon.: Sunny, high 53. Mon. night: Partly cloudy, low 39. National Weather Service
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A 7thgemeration descedant of Smith family dating to 1860s will speak at meeting.
Kern River Water Data: Wed. 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 155,915 acre-feet. (High point was 330,829 ac-ft. July 2. Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit is 360,000 ac.-ft.) Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 299 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 299 cfs Borel Canal flow 299 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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Proposal writing workshop at Nuui Cunni Nov. 12 A Proposal Writing Workshop will be held Friday, Nov. 12 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Nuui Cunni Indian Cultural Center at French Gulch. There will be a meal served. Learn how organizations can work with the Native American community for better events.
November 13 at 2 pm. Kids should bring a photo or drawing of their pet for show-and-tell. All children in attendance will receive a free book! The program will help kids to be aware of values- pet care, importance of kindness and sharing, safety with animals, responsible pet ownership and basic laws. 549-2083.
Packing parties for Operation Christmas Child Nov. 13 Family Life Foursquare Church is the collection center for Operation Christmas Child (shoe boxes full of presents). There will be packing parties on Nov. 13 at Rite Aid, Manny’s, Barnes Bargains and Home Mart from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Collection week is Nov. 15-21. 376-2563.
Special film about stopping bullying to be shown Nov. 13 All those who are interested in stopping bullying are invited to attend a free showing of the film “Out in the Silence” at the Reel Cinema in Wofford Heights on Saturday, Nov. 13 at 1 p.m. Sponsored by the KRV GayStraight Alliance Against Bullying. 376-1546.
Pet program at Lake Isabella library on Nov. 13 There will be a fun and informative program all about pets at the Lake Isabella library on Saturday,
Ladies of the Elks annual bazaar takes place Nov. 13 The Ladies of the Elks annual bazaar will be Saturday, Nov. 13 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford
Regular activities Fridays
• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, 417-2272. • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Alzheimers respite group meets at Vets Hall, Lake Isabella. 379-0848. • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 378-3935. •10-11 a.m.- Grief Support Group, 6048 L.I.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. 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 • 9 a.m.- 1 p.m - Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. • 2 p.m. - BMX race, KV Bike Park, Kernville. Fees apply. KVBikePark.com, 223-6165 • 5 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., Line dance classes, Senior Center. 379-0043. • 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber, board 2nd Mon., 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 Lake Isabella. 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. 3762410 or 376-2066.
Tuesdays
• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 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, LI. 379-2556. • 10 a.m. Garden Group, 2nd Tues. 379-1129. • 12:30 p.m. Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Heights. 376-4249. • 1 p.m. Epilepsy Support Group, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 3rd Tues. 376-1606. • 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting at cemetery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 376-2189. • 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 -11:30 a.m., Dam Quilters, senior apts behind Vons, 1st & 3rd Wed. 661-867-1603. • 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- 2:30 p.m. - Alzheimers Caregiver Support Group, Vets Hall, Lake Isabella, 1st Wed. 379-0848. • 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. • 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers, Weldon Methodist Church, (760) 267-4693. • 6 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed. • 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake Isabella Sr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., 3rd Wed. 379-5086. • 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 or 376-2066. • 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.
Thursdays
• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 379-5831. • 8:30 a.m. - Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. (909) 753-9043. • 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. • 7:30 p.m. Al-Anon KV Hospital, Mt. Mesa. 376-2410 or 376-2066
Bingo Guide
Friday, noon, Eagles Bingo, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa Saturday, noon, South Fork Woman’s Club Bingo, Fay Ranch Rd., Weldon Sunday, 1 p.m.. Moose Bingo, Moose lodge, 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.
Heights. For table availability, call 376-4578. Benefit concert for victim of rare disease Nov. 14 A benefit concert featuring Out Of The Blue will be held on Sunday, Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. at the Family Life Center at 20 W. Panorama in Wofford Heights for Danielle Rogers-Hill formerly of the valley, daughter of Jeanette Rogers-Erickson of Kernville. Rogers-Hill has been diagnosed with cavernoma, a rare disease that has left her a paraplegic. She faces overwhelming medical bills and needs home remodeling for handicap access. Donations may be sent to any Rabobank office, Rogers-Hill benefit account 9728 450374. Collection week Nov. 15-21 for Operation Christmas Child Collections for Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes wi;ll be Nov. 15-21. They can be dropped off in Wofford Heights at the Family Life Foursquare Church at 20 W. Panorama. 376-2563. Fundraiser lunch, dinner Nov. 18 for Search & Rescue There will be a fundraiser at El Rio Mexican Restaurant in Kernville on Nov. 19 from noon to 8 pm for the all-volunteer KV Search & Rescue. El Rio will be making a donation based on the meals sold during the night. There will also be an opportunity to win prizes. McCarthy staff to hold office hours in Lake Isabella Nov. 18 A Field Representative for Congressman Kevin McCarthy will hold office hours on Nov. 18 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Kern County Bldg. in Lake Isabella. (661) 327-3611. Fuller staff to hold office hours in Lake Isabella Nov. 18 Assemblymember Jean Fuller announced that her staff will hold office hours at the Kern County Building, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella on Thursday, November 18th, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 661-395-2995. Men Of Worth perform Celtic music at Cerro Coso Nov. 18 The Men of Worth duo will delight a KRV audience when they appear in concert at the Cerro Coso KRV Campus on Thursday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m., in Room G, presented by the Associated Students of Cerro Coso. The concert features the very best in Celtic music. General admission $10, students $6, and students with a current ASCC Coyote Card $4. Tickets at Cerro Coso KRV. Tickets also at the door, if available. 379-5501. Free kidney disease wellness workshop Thursday, Nov. 18 There will be a free “Kidney Disease as a Result of Diabetes” Wellness Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 18 at 5:30pm at Sienna Wellness Institute at 6425 Lynch Canyon Drive in Mt. Mesa. RSVP 379-8630. Public Lands group to observe Upper Kern River Nov. 20 An ad hoc group, the Kern River Valley Public Lands Forum, will
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Friday, November 12, 2010
Kern River Courier
Things I Have Noticed...
T-shirts seem to multiply Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist
The other day when I looked in my dresser and my closet I noticed that I have an abundance of t-shirts. I don't mean raggedy worn-out workin-the-garage shirts; I mean, new, hardlyworn and all in excellent shape T's. It was almost embarrassing to see so Middleworth many of them packed in drawers and hanging, taking up space.. No doubt, I was slowly becoming a t-shirt mogul. I was cornering the market on the things. Most of them had advertising and/or clever sayings and were too good to throw out. They were even too good to give away. Nevertheless, I decided to bite the bullet and thin them out. I figured I would start with the dresser and the four t-shirt drawers and work my way into the closet And so I started. I ran into trouble right away, because in the first drawer were two Kern Valley Museum t-shirts that I wear when I am working as a museum guide. I put them back. Next was a new, 2010 Valley Pride Day t-shirt, which I haven't worn yet, so that went back. I kept finding shirt after shirt, each with a story and a reason to keep. Here is a partial list of T's I
looked at and kept: A “Protect Wildlife” t-shirt, a “Welcome to Nashville” shirt, a “Ten Most Wanted Squirrels” shirt, a CORF (Crusty Old Retired Fellow) tshirt, a trout shirt, a Route 66 shirt, five Death Valley shirts, Valley Pride Day Shirts for 2009 and 2008, a blank shirt (brand new), Rubber Ducky Race t-shirts from the last three years, an “I Climbed Mt. Whitney” (which I did) shirt, two gray workout shirts to match my grey sweat pants, a “Fish Fear Me, Women Adore Me” shirt, an AARP Day Of Service shirt, and a new, unworn NASCAR Jeff Gordon t-shirt. And that was just one drawer! There are three more and a closet to go. At this point, thinning my tshirts is probably a lost cause. Most are too valuable and have a long history. I have some with holes and paint spatters, but they have such a history. As a footnote, occasionally I will discover a t-shirt in my workshop rag box. One I found recently I didn't put there. I can only guess that my wife, tired of finding places for t-shirts, is making room in her own way. Sometimes I sneak them back into the house. In fact, right now I'm wearing a rescued “Jocko's Tasty Steaks” tshirt. That one’s a keeper too. 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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Letters to the Courier Topic: Barking dogs in Kernville I have lived in Kernville for a few years now. I moved up here for the natural beauty of it, plus the silence and the darkness that allows for one to rest and live in quietness and peace. All of a sudden there has been a large number of dogs that bark without any control at all hours of the day and night. I wonder if I can hear them all the way into my bedroom, why the owners of those dogs cannot hear them from their own home and do something about the noise and barking. I was wondering if you can write a (story) in regards to that matter. How some of us that are retired or disabled, need to sleep late or take a nap during the day, or even try to read a book or watch TV to have it all ruined by those barking dogs. People need to know that their right to keep a pet ends where they interfere with my right to enjoy the peace and quietness of my own home. If such animal is for protection purposes, then for God's sake go out there and see what makes the dog bark so much and put a stop to it. I used to have dogs and children as well, but I trained both of them to be respectful of the neighbors. I sadly see that not everyone does that. Thank you very much for you help and attention. Jose P. Torres Kernville
Topic: Vandalism, trash on Upper Kern I’m an avid fly fisherman who like to fish the upper Kern River most every Friday at this time of the year. However, over the past couple of months, I have been hearing from friends of mine, who share the same passion for fishing the Kern that I do, that they have had their vehicles broken into and have lost expensive fishing gear to thieves. I have also heard from folks who have had camping and fishing gear stolen from campsites (Headquarters, Hospital Flats and Fairview campgrounds) along the river. This is a very disturbing trend and a trend that has me re-thinking my trips up to Kernville to fish the Kern. I’ve been lucky enough so far to avoid any vandalism to my vehicle or theft of any of my fishing gear. However, I know that as soon as this occurs to me, it will be my last trip to the Kern. As a resident of Bakersfield, I have many choices on where to go to enjoy a day of fishing. I prefer to fish the upper Kern River but not at the expense of vandalism to my vehicle and theft of my fishing gear. I encourage efforts to work with local law enforcement groups (Kern County Sheriffs and Tulare County Sheriffs) to increase patrols in the area. Let’s get this stopped before it gets worse and has a large negative impact on tourism in the Kern River Valley. Richard Cullip Bakersfield
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Well, here we are, moving fast towards the end of the year. Deer season is over, fall turkey season is in full swing, Thanksgiving is only a couple weeks away, and the crappie have lockjaw. The bass fishermen I know are pulling the Mike Mencarini hair out of their jigs, trying to figure out the latest pattern. I’m not sure there is one these days. With the jet stream moving down this time of year, there are lots of fronts moving through, changing the moods of fish frequently. I’ve heard a lot of “you should have been here yesterday!” stories. I have checked the docks at French Gulch numerous times this past week, seeing lots of fish on my portable fish finder but I’ve been unable to get them to bite. I have watched other fishermen use minnows with the same results as my jigs, Kastmasters and spoons – a few at best.
OK, so these days it’s more fishing than catching. It will get better, so let’s stay positive. Here is a tidbit for you. Later this month the derby fish will be arriving at the lake. The derby, for us diehards, is just around the corner! If you are one of those who really enjoys fishing for those beautiful trophy rainbows, here’s your chance to help them get even bigger. Jill at Archie’s Hardware and I have a donation find started. If anyone would like to make a contribution, it will go into a special fund for trophy fish. This will enable the hatchery employees to feed them extra food. All donations go directly to the trophy fish food. This program is not in any way affiliated with the hatchery or Fish and Game. Show your support and let’s make it a success. Remember, a dry line catches no fish. Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and a volunteer at the Kern River Fish Hatchery. For questions or comments you can reach him through the Kern River Courier, office@kernrivercourier.com.
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Lake Isabella office: 4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy. 155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178) (760) 379-5646 Kernville Office: 105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner from the museum) (760) 376-3781
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Legend
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Entertainment K E R N
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Couch Theater
Celebrity Extra
Just pure guy fun
Avatar sequels on the way
Previews of new DVDs by DNA Smith New DVDs reviewed in this column will be available in stores the week of Nov. 22.
Thankfully, a complete print of the film was discovered in Buenos Aires and painstakingly restored by the Murnau Foundation -- including 23 minutes of footage thought lost forever. Now, after nearly threequarters of a century, the public can finally see -- in high definition -- "Metropolis" as it was meant to be experienced.
PICKS OF THE WEEK "The Expendables" (R) -- Let's be clear from jumpstreet: "The Expendables" is a bad movie, unabashedly so, and that's what makes it so much campy good "The Pillars of the Earth" (NR) fun. Sly Stallone and company -- Based on the novel by Ken have a ball-bouncingFollett, this ly awesome time in critically this loud, goofy homacclaimed age to the One-Man miniseries of Wrecking Crew flicks medieval of the 1980s. In addiintrigue and tion to the cameos by forbidden Bruce Willis and romance stars Arnold Ian McShane Schwarzenegger, the and Donald film also stars Jason Sutherland. Statham, Dolf The construcLundgren, Mickey tion of a masRourke, Jet Li, Steve sive "catheAustin and Randy dral of light" Couture. The diais the centerlogue is corny, the piece of this explosions (and the historical ficpecs!) are huge, and tion, which the plot is irrelevant. includes plenJust pop some corn, ty of the crack open a brew, sit Sylvester Stallone Machiavellian back and watch stuff machinations blow up real good. and bodice-ripping that fans of "The Tudors" and HBO's "Rome" "Beauty and the Beast" (Twoseem to delight in. Disc Diamond Edition) (G) -Disney's classic tale of a bookish TV SERIES young woman who tames the "The Tudors" The Complete heart of a gloomy prince and Series teaches him to love again has "7th Heaven" The Final Season been digitally restored with "Married ... with Children" enhanced picture and sound. The The Complete Series two-disc set includes three ver"Lennon Naked" sions of the movie: the original "Murder She Wrote" theatrical version, the special Complete Twelfth Season extended edition, and the origi"Deadwood" The Complete nal storyboard version. Among Series the many special features is a "Batman Beyond" The sing-along mode, so you can Complete Series chime in along with the film. "Wagon Train" The Complete Season Two "The Complete Metropolis" "Space Precinct" The (NR) -- Throughout the years Complete Series there have been scores of home"Durham County" Season 2 video releases of Fritz Lang's 1927 science-fiction masterpiece -- all of them incomplete and the c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc. transfers usually taken from muddied public-domain prints.
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Orlando, but with my child responsibilities here that just wasn't going Q: I remember awhile back to happen. So, I just have to look at you reported that "Avatar" it as four phenomenal years. I miss star CCH Pounder told you the show dearly, but it frees me up that there would be a sequel. to do so many other things. I'm Is that still in the works, or back on Broadway, and will be was it just wishful heading back to thinking? -- Travis Broadway again, and G., via e-mail those are things that I A: Would I, or CCH just couldn't do as Pounder, ever steer you freely when I was comwrong? There are actualmitted to 'Family ly TWO "Avatar" sequels Feud.'" John is very in the works. 20th grateful that you Century Fox hopes to enjoyed him on the have the first of the asshow, as well as the of-now-untitled sequels MANY other readers in theaters by December who wrote in to me to John O’Hurley 2014, with the third tell me that they missed movie released the folhim. lowing December 2015. *** Director/visionary James Cameron Q: I read that they were released this statement: "In the sec- making a sequel to "Napoleon ond and third films, which will be Dynamite." Is that true? -self-contained stories that also fulFlint M., Akron, Ohio fill a greater story arc, we will not A: It's not exactly a sequel. Fox back off the throttle of 'Avatar's' has ordered six episodes of an anivisual and emotional horsepower, mated version of the 2004 cult hit, and will continue to explore its which starred Jon Heder and themes and characters, which Efren Ramirez (as Napoleon and touched the hearts of audiences in his friend Pedro). Efren told me all cultures around the world." that one episode is already in the can and that everyone is thrilled *** with it. He told me that "it appeals Q: I love watching "Family to everybody, and it's funny. It's Feud" and think Steve Harvey got all of the original cast and the is doing great, but what haporiginal writers. And it's Fox, and pened with John O'Hurley? as you know, Fox does a great job Why did he leave? He was a with animated series." terrific host! -- Gina T. in Texas *** A: I spoke with John recently to Write to Cindy at King Features talk about his other hosting duties, Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, that of the ninth-annual Purina Orlando, FL 32853-6475; or e-mail National Dog Show (which airs on her at letters@cindyelavsky.com. Thanksgiving Day after the Macy's For more news and extended interParade), and he told me the reason views, visit www.celebrityextraonbehind his departure: "I had a won- line.com derful time hosting 'Family Feud.' They wanted to move the show to (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
Top DVD rentals 1. The Karate Kid (PG) Jaden Smith 2. Get Him to the Greek (R) Jonah Hill 3. How to Train Your Dragon (PG) animated 4. Robin Hood (PG-13) Russell Crowe 5. Iron Man 2 (PG-13) Robert Downey, Jr. 6. Jonah Hex (PG-13) Josh Brolin
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7. A Nightmare on Elm Street (R) Jackie Earle Haley 8. Splice (R) Adrien Brody 9. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (PG-13) Jake Gyllenhaal 10. Leaves of Grass (R) Edward Norton (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Wellness
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Friday, November 12, 2010
Health Insurance Matters
Health insurance to expand Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist
Have you recently received notice of your health insurance premiums rising? And you say, "but I am healthy and don't even see a doctor except for routine checkups?" Furthermore, because of your deductible, you landed up paying a good part of the exam out of pocket? Well, times are changing! Harry Thal Part of the premium increase is directly related to the cost of health care. Health care is expensive, and increased growth in medical technology is providing us with a much better lifestyle. Added to the actual cost of increasing health care expenses are the new and improved benefits we will be able to receive beginning in January. Because of the new federal legislation there will be an expansion of services in 2011, which will include mammograms every 12 months, colorectal screening, cervical cancer screening, cholesterol and other cardiovascular screenings, diabetes screenings, nutrition therapy, prostate cancer screen-
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ings, annual flu shots, pneumonia and hepatitis B vaccine. We will also see bone Mass measurement, abdominal aortic aneurysm screening, smoking cessation counseling services and HIV screenings for people at risk or who ask for the test. All of the above are on a list based on recommendations by the United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF). Some related costs are notably not included on the list, such as digital rectal exam for prostate cancer screening, glaucoma screening, diabetes self-management training and barium enema (part of colorectal cancer screening). Before you go calling your physician's office for a January appointment, you will want to make sure your insurance plan will actually cover the aforementioned benefits. Many plans have been grandfathered, and these benefits will not be available, or will be available only after the annual anniversary date of the group insurance plan. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker. He is President of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters and on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, e-mail harrythal@aol.com or visit him on the web at www.harrythal.com
The South Fork of the Kern River is seen from Doyle Ranch Road.
LIGHT continued from page 1 5:30 p.m. Attendees may honor or memorialize a loved one by placing a symbolic light on the tree. Guests are asked to make a $10 donation for each individual they honor. Those who donate $100 in memory of a special family member or friend will be recognized at the ceremony as Starlight Sponsors and will receive a commemorative ornament. For more information or to order a light, please call (661) 410-1010. The second is sponsored by Optimal Hospice and is Saturday, Dec. 4 at the Lodge at Painted Rock (on the other side of the river from the town of Lake Isabella – to get there, take Keyesville Road). It’s at 11 a.m. Family members and donors are invited to sponsor a light in memory of a friend or loved one, or for someone living whom they wish to honor. For a gift of $10 a light will be placed on the tree in tribute to their loved one. To further honor them, a hospice ornament will hang on a Tree of Life and their name will be read during the ceremony. To have your loved one included in the ceremony, please contact Ann Smart at (661) 716-8000.
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Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop
Mesa Clinical Pharmacy • Prescription Drugs • Over-The-Counter Medications • Medical Supplies 12608 Mt. Mesa Rd. Mt. Mesa 760-379-6106 Kern Valley Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop • Gifts, cards & Snacks 6412 Laurel Ave. Mt. Mesa 760-379-2681 Kern Valley Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop • Clothing • Household Items 6701 Lake Isabella Blvd.
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Patient gifts, cards and snacks are sold by Hospital Auxiliary volunteers in the gift shop located in the Hospital lobby.
Tough dandruff needs prescription Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Courier Syndicated Columnist
Paul G. Donohue, M.D. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am writing to inquire about the mite that invades one's body and causes dandruff on the head. I have used Selsun Blue shampoo, but it is taking so long to see an effect. I wonder if there is an antibiotic that I could take to get rid of it faster. -- M.S. ANSWER: Dandruff is one form of seborrheic dermatitis -- skin inflammation, along with an overproduction of skin cells and oil. The scalp is the place most often affected, but it also can be found on the sides and bridge of the nose, the eyebrows, ears, chest and back. A mite doesn't cause it. Some speculate that a yeast (fungus) called Malassezia might be the troublemaker. This yeast is also found on scalps of those without dandruff, but those with dandruff have greatly increased numbers of it. Quite often, nonprescription treatments work well for dandruff. Selsun Blue is a good one. If, after one month of treatment, there's no progress, then change to another. Head and Shoulders, Nizoral A-D and T-Gel are a sample of the many products on drugstore shelves. Nizoral A-D contains ketoconazole, a medicine that is active against the Malassezia yeast. Follow directions carefully. Usually they call for daily use until there's some improvement,
and then every-other-day use for a month. From that time on, less-frequent applications are OK. The condition tends to be chronic, so a long commitment is the rule. If you're not making any progress with over-the-counter preparations, then a doctor can provide you with a prescription for more powerful items. *** DEAR DR. DONOHUE: A cold front came in, and I had head/face pressure. What is that all about? -- R.M. ANSWER: A change in barometric pressure or a drop in temperature can increase the pain of arthritic joints. Weather changes also can trigger migraine headaches. I haven't seen head pressure mentioned as occurring with weather changes, but I can imagine how it might happen. The sinus cavities of the head could be subjected to a difference between their own internal pressure and the outside barometric pressure. Perhaps you and I are headed for a Nobel prize with this discovery. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.(c) 2010 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Faith
Friday, November 12, 2010
Voices of Faith
Children are the future Jack Duitsman, pastor Father’s Heart Foursquare Church, Kernville
Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall in no wise enter therein. - Mark 10:15 If we need a reason to be hopeful for the days that are ahead of us, we need look no further Duitsman than the children God has given us. If we are looking for a reason to despair about the days that are yet to come, we also need look no further than our children. So much promise given by God's purposes, yet children are so frail and vulnerable to the ravages of what the adversary has planned. Children are the embodiment of hopes and dreams, and at the same time the essence of all that is broken in this world. From the warmth of a children's choir at Christmas, to the chill of homes shattered by love's broken promises, children bear the blessing and the curse of all that we have become as a culture.
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This entire passage from Mark's Gospel (Cpt. 10 vv. 1316) offers remarkable instruction that encompasses an understanding of God's heart toward children. We adults had better take care in how we value the children among us (not just in our treatment of them, but in our commitment to teach and train these young hearts), and we had better take care of our child-like-hearts responsiveness to the working of the Holy Spirit among us. The two are linked together in ways that are inseparable, and we do well to ask the Father for help in this regard. The easy answer would be to say there is no relationship. The right answer (according to the Father's heart as revealed in Scripture) is that there is indeed a profound link: as we are willing to walk our children toward the blessing of Lord, we too will become more capable of childlike responses that will enable us to "receive the Kingdom of God."
“Voices of Faith” is a rotating column featuring messages from all churches. Pastors, please e-mail 350word messages to office@kernrivercourier.com
10,848 According to the National Newspaper Association, the average community newspaper is read by 2.26 readers in a household. The Kern River Courier circulates 5,000 copies. There are minimal leftovers, about 100-200 copies. That means at least 4,800 copies are picked up each week. So ... if 4,800 copies are read by 2.26 readers each, that means that each issue of the Courier is read by 10,848 readers!
17, 356 The NNA also reports that the average reader of a community newspaper picks up and reads the newspaper 1.6 times. So ... if each of those 10,848 readers reads the Courier 1.6 times, that’s 17,356 times your ad is seen! Make the smart move. Advertise in the Kern River Courier.
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Churches of the Valley Kernville Father’s Heart Foursquare Church Kernville Elementary School, Kernville Service Sunday 9:30 A.M. Phone - (760) 223-6704 First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville Sunday Services — 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-6403 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Worship Celebration, 9:30 a.m. 376-2751 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville Sunday School 9 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 417-2014 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 20 W. 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 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10 a.m. 376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.
Miscellaneous SGI - USA Buddhist Discussion Meetings - call 379-6162 for dates and times. Based on the Lotus Sutra. Salvation Army The needy are helped by the local affiliate of this national organization. Mon. 9 am — 1 pm. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-5100.
Join the “Be An Angel” program and warm a child’s heart this year Kern River Courier
Now is the time to think about all the kids who will not be covered by the Toys for Tots program this Christmas. The Be An Angel Gift Program is for children 11 to 18 who are no longer eligible for Toys for Tots. Signups for kids will be taken Nov. 1 through Nov. 19, which is earlier than usual. The sponsoring group and the location for the signups is the Kern River Valley Family Resource Center, 5109 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella (next to NAPA auto parts). Here’s how the program works: “Angels” are placed on the KRV Family Resource Center lobby Christmas tree with the child’s age, gender and three wishes for “something special.”
Agencies, organizations or individuals can visit and “adopt” a child or a set of siblings until Friday, December 3. Donations are also accepted. If a cash donation is received, we will purchase items from the child’s wish list for you. Distribution will be to the parent or guardian of the child. Gifts need to be brought to the Family Resource Center, unwrapped, by Tuesday, December 7. All donations will remain anonymous. Parents must pick up the gifts from Tuesday, December 14 to Thursday, December 16 between 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Drop by and be an anonymous donor. “Adopt” a child today. Warm the heart of a lucky child this Christmas.
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Friday, November 12, 2010
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Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob until a foam forms at the top. Skim foam off top with spoon and remove from heat. With a ladle, fill jars 3/4 full. Seal and finish by using a watercanner for 7 minutes. Bodfish Bob's Pomegranate Molasses It’s a staple in Middle Eastern cooking and can be used in marinades, rubs, or glazes. Also used in desserts. 8 cups pomegranate juice 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Pomegranate Juice Cut pomegranate in half. Using a hand citrus juicer, squeeze and press the pomegranate in a circular motion until no more juice is released. Repeat with other half of pomegranate. Line a colander with cheesecloth. Strain pomegranate juice through cheesecloth. Use juice to drink by adding sugar to taste, or for pomegranate molasses, pomegranate syrup, or jelly. Store in the refrigerator for up to three days. Bodfish Bob's Pomegranate Jelly 3 1/2 cups pomegranate juice 7 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar Juice from 2 large lemons 6 oz. Liquid pectin Sterilized jars
In a large non-stick saucepan, combine pomegranate juice, sugar, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Add pectin and stir constantly. Bring to a second boil for about 1 minute or
In a saucepan, heat pomegranate juice, sugar, and lemon juice to a medium heat. Allow to cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until a thick molasses consistency. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month. Bodfish Bob's Cranberry Pomegranate Relish 1 pomegranate, seeded 2 cups pomegranate juice 2 1/2 cups fresh cranberries 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons orange juice Dash of salt
In a large saucepan, add cranberries, pomegranate juice, sugar, orange juice, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium. Stir gently until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium low and let cranberries simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently. Add salt and continue to stir until sauce thickens to a syrup-like consistency. Once done, pour into serving bowl and add pomegranate seeds. Stir gently and serve immediately or cover and chill.
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lead a field trip to the Upper Kern River on Saturday, Nov. 20, from 9 a.m. to about 1 p.m. The group will begin to gather at 8:30 a.m. at the Kernville Forest Service office behind the museum with coffee and donuts available. An orientation session will be held at 9. Forest Service personnel have agreed to come along. 760-379-0764. Preserve volunteers to work on work, seed detail Nov. 20 Join Kern River Preserve staff on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 8 a.m. to noon for a volunteer day. This month's project is to do renovation on the main nature trail and to collect seeds from around the preserve. In spring, the seeds will be planted. Bring gloves, wear long sleeves and pants, sturdy shoes and safety glasses if you have them. The preserve will supply the tools. Meet at 7:55 a.m. at the headquarters of the Kern River Preserve, 18747 Highway 178, Weldon. RSVP 417-1149. Salvation Army holiday dinner for needy Nov. 20 The Salvation Army is looking for donations of money, food or manpower to feed the needy of our community during their annual Holiday Dinner at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. They are expecting to feed up to 600 people. Your Donation of $15 will feed 10 people, $60 will feed 40 people, $120 will feed 80 people. Please send donations to The Salvation Army, P.O. Box 2786 Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Kitchen, serving and food preparation help is needed. 760-379-5100. Bowling fundraiser for Angel Food to be held Nov. 20 A fun bowling fundraiser to buy boxes of Angel Food for the hungry and needy will be held Saturday, Nov. 20 from noon to 5 p.m. at Mt. Mesa Lanes. Come and bring the whole family for a day of fun. $5 per game, all ages. All proceeds go to Angel Food. Cash prizes, karaoke, raffle. Sponsors needed for each lane at $100 per lane. Deacon Frank Vargas 223-6316. Packing parties for Operation Christmas Child Nov. 20 Family Life Foursquare Church is the collection center for Operation Christmas Child (shoe boxes full of presents). There will be packing parties on Nov. 20 at Rite Aid, Manny’s, Barnes Bargains and Home Mart from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 376-2563. Paiute Council to hold fall gathering Saturday, Nov. 20 The Nuui Cunni Indian Cultural Center will be holding a Fall Gathering event on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a Farmer’s Market, a Native Plant Sale, a Book Sale, Silent Auction, Food, Craft Vendors, Raffles, Entertainment, Games, and Prizes. If you would like to be a vendor please call 549-0800 Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Junior Pheasant Hunt to be held Nov. 20 and 21 The 23rd annual Junior Pheasant Hunt will be held on Nov. 20 and 21 under the sponsorship of the Kern River Valley Fish and Game Habitat Club, the California Department of Fish and Game, the U.S. Forest Service, and the Kern County Wildlife Resource Commission. The two-day event is divided into four independent hunts, each limited to 30 junior hunters. A parent or guardian accompanies each junior hunter. Junior hunters are taught sportsmanship and how to handle a gun safely. Dog handlers are needed for this event. To receive complete information about the hunt, and an application form, please call (760) 376-3178 or e-mail fishandgameclub@yahoo.com, or write to Junior Pheasant Hunt, P.O. Box 127, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Since the hunt is no longer funded by the DFG, in order for the hunt to continue, the help of sponsors and parents is needed. Deadline for applications is Nov. 19. Sierra Performing Arts to recruit new members Nov. 21 Sierra Performing Arts are asking for prospective new members to attend their general meeting on Sunday, Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. at the Kernville United Methodist Church. Upcoming productions will be discussed. Make plans to attend if you are interested in the performing arts and wish to be a part of SPA. Annual dues are $15. 376-2920. Former KVHS resident to sign book on politics Nov. 26 A 1987 graduate of Kern Valley High School, Cory Merry, will be at the Book Corral, 12232 Highway 178 in Mt. Mesa, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to sign copies of his book, “Average American Politics.” He will have copies available, but supplies are limited. To ensure you have a copy, please order it from BarnesandNoble.com or Amazon.com. Lake Isabella Christmas Parade Nov. 27 Kick off the Christmas season in style. Be sure to attend the Lake Isabella Christmas Parade to be held along Lake Isabella Blvd. starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 27. Then enjoy a wonderful lunch and partake of the many bargains to be had in the valley as you Christmas shop. Sponsored by the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce. To enter the parade (It’s free), call 379-5236. Hoffman Hospice sponsors “Light Up A Life” event Dec. 1 “Light Up A Life” is an annual series of national ceremonies that involve lighting a candle for a special loved one. Hoffman Hospice will be holding one Wednesday, Dec. 1 at Big Blue Bear in Kernville, Circle Park area. It’s at 5:30 p.m. To order a light for $10, call (661) 410-1010.
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Talking About Real Estate
Lending according to HVCC Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist
Since the massive market correction in the national real estate market, banks have been on the hot seat explaining what happened. So have appraisers and basically anyone tied into the lending industry. Well, I can tell you what happened in three sentences. Mortgage lending guidelines were loosened by the Matt Freeman government to the point that they were giving away homes. Banks were lending to anyone with a heartbeat. Then the bubble burst due to homes being overvalued and people being debt-loaded. As soon as those adjustable mortgages came due to adjust, people could not pay so they walked. People who put no money down in the first place walked, because they had nothing preventing them from doing so, like losing their down payment. This is what started the free fall that has resulted in the market and economy that we are in. Regardless of political views, or party politics and excuses, those are the facts. That is what happened, at least in the housing market. Part of the reform that took place as a result of these issues was something passed into law called the HVCC – the Home Valuation Code of Conduct. This law dealt with appraisal guidelines, and really gummed up the works when it came to getting a
mortgage. I believe that it was somewhat responsible for making mortgage loans harder to get than they should be in a time when people really need them. HVCC was designed to end corrupt practices concerning the appraisal of properties. As of May 2009 Realtors or lenders could not directly choose or order appraisals. All of the appraisal orders had to be done through something called an Appraisal Management Company. They did not exist before the HVCC. The idea was to give the responsibility for appraisals to a neutral third party that would order them and submit them to the banks so there would be no manipulation of the figures. Well, it has not exactly worked out that way. Guess who owns most of the Appraisal Management Companies around the country? Banks! Bank of America has their own, Chase has their own, the other big banks have their own. So they are able to order an appraisal from their own Appraisal Management Company that is supposed to be keeping them honest. Doesn’t make sense. This law has resulted in an entire new level of bureaucracy concerning mortgage lending. It has hurt appraisers because they are no longer independent. It hurts the buyers because the Appraisal Management Companies charge the appraisers to do work, so they have to pass it on. On and on and on. Next time,why this is all gonna get better. Matt Freeman is a Realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty (760) 3795915 or cell 223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.
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Courier chuckle of the week: “Why do they call it a ‘building’? It looks like they're finished. Why isn't it a ‘built’?” -- Jerry Seinfeld
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Salome’s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This year, instead of jumping into the whole holiday prep scene, move in a little at a time. You'll appreciate the sense of control you're more likely to enjoy. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The separation between the Bovine's head and heart is never as far apart as it seems. Both senses work best when they come out of logic and honesty. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The best way to keep those pre-holiday pressures under control is to just say no to taking on new tasks while you're still trying to work with a heap of others. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) News means a change might be on its way, but what does it hold? Don't just ask questions; make sure you get answers you can trust. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Old friends and new have one thing in common: Both your longtime and newly minted pals have much wisdom to impart. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) With time running out, this is a good time for you to show 'em all what those Virgo super-organizational skills can do. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Librans and holidays are made for each other, especially if children and animals are going to be part of your joyous
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season. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Time is getting too short to allow a spat to taint the holiday season. Restart your relationship and reschedule holiday fun times. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Seeking advice is laudable. You might learn far more than you thought you could. Stay with it. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Continuing to assess changes works toward your getting your new project up and ready. Trusted colleagues remain ready to help. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) That new situation needs a lot of attention, but it's worth it. This is a very good time for you to involve the arts in what you do. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) It might be a good idea to slow your hectic holiday pace so that you don't rush past what -- or who -- you're hoping to rush toward. BORN THIS WEEK: Others pick up on your confidence in yourself, which inspires others to believe in you and your special gifts. c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez 1. GEMSTONES: What color is lapis lazuli? 2. GEOGRAPHY: Where is the Pennines mountain range located? 3. SCIENCE: The order Hymenoptera would encompass what types of insects? 4. RELIGION: Who founded the Christian Science Church? 5. FAMOUS PERSONALITIES: William H. Bonney was better known by what name? Answers:
1. Blue 2. Northern England and southern Scotland 3. Bees, wasps and ants 4. Mary Baker Eddy 5. Billy the Kid
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Valley history: town of Kernville The beginnings of Kernville started in 1860. The story is that a man named Lovely Rogers found a rock with flecks of gold in it on a hillside overlooking the Kern River. He picked up the rock to throw at his recalcitrant mule, when he saw the flecks of gold in it. Instead of throwing it, Rogers took the rock to another miner and was told it was well-paying ore. For years, claims were scattered far and wide around the valley, ever since the California Gold Rush had begun in 1849, and miners had been scouring all the rivers in California. Now the gold miners started to pour in here, coming in from the west over Greenhorn Mountain or through the Keyesville area, from the south through Walker Basin or from the east over Walkers’ Pass. An entrepreneur by the name of Adam Hamilton heard about the gold strike and came over Greenhorn Mountain, his mules laded with barrels of whiskey. He set up his barrels near Rogers’ gold find, and started a saloon. By mutual agreement he saloon was shortly moved down the river about a mile on a little flat spot by the river, and the town of Whiskey Flat quickly grew up around it. Four years later, in 1864, the townspeople opted to rename the town Kernville. Kernville existed in that location for almost 100 years, long after the gold played out. It was located just northeast of the modern-day town of Wofford Heights. Kernville saw a lot of changes happen to the Kern River Valley. Cattle ranching started to become important in a big way. In the early 1900s electrical engineers from the city of Los Angeles came looking at the Kern River for hydropower harnessing. Then Hollywood came calling, and Kernville became a popular place to make Western films. In the late 1940s, the decision was made to put a government flood control reservoir in the Kern River Valley, and Kernville residents were told they had to move to higher ground. They decided to form a New Kernville a few miles north, and that’s where the town still is today. Old Kernville is still remembered fondly by many residents of the Kern River Valley. —– information from books by Bob Powers
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California Joe’s Storytelling Corner
Saloons became theaters California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist
The Odd Fellows Hall in Kernville is one of my favorite places to perform. It’s a lot like how it must have been to perform in the “theaters” established following the discovery of gold in California. California Joe To entertaine the miners there were dance halls and saloons popping up everywhere. First there were the traveling taxi dancers – girls employed often as a troupe and as dance partners. Patrons would pay a fee of twenty-five cents directly to the proprietor for each dance. Some dance hall girls – professionals and amateurs alike – were simply prostitutes, daring of dress and flexible of morals. But others could have passed muster at Sunday school. Saloonkeepers were willing to try anything that could draw a crowd. They added to their premises a stage for variety shows and short plays – and a new entertainment form emerged. In the late 1870s the manager of a saloon-theatre in Silverton, Colorado drew up a list of instructions for his variety players. There was a Mrs. DeGranville, who did a strongwoman act. She was billed as “the woman with the iron jaw.”
Another was Pearl Andine, a jig dancer, whose tour de force was to pick up money thrown to her and place it in her stocking without missing a beat. The instructions said a good deal about the performers as well as the atmosphere prevailing in his establishment. The document included these rules: “No kicking at the orchestra, especially from the stage. No fighting or quarreling will be allowed. Drunkenness will subject the offender to a severe penalty or an immediate discharge. Every lady will be required to dance on the floor after the show.” In Cheyenne, Wyoming, a saloonkeeper by the name of Mr. McDaniel labeled his place a “museum saloon” and hired one A.C. Clark to walk back and forth on a platform above the bar for 60 hours without food or drink. At this point a doctor ordered the pedestrian marathon halted. Then the saloonkeeper added stuffed animals and some live ones, such as bears, white parrots, anacondas, monkeys and apes. He also hired a dwarf, billed as the “Liliputian Wonder.’ I love to perform and tell stories of those old times, but it’s never made me much money. No wonder my daddy thought me an idiot for turning down his junk business! California Joe is the storyteller persona of Stevenson Phillips, an actor and singer living in Kernville. You may reach him at sscaljoe@aol.com.
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Smith descendant to speak Barbara Hinkey, publicity chair Special to the Courier
Things may be winding down around the valley as fall and winter approach, but not so for the Kern River Valley Historical Society and Kern Valley Museum. The calendar is packed full of fun and activities as the Holidays approach. At the Museum you won't want to miss the works of Judy Wolford Deems. She brings many outdoor murals and enjoyable art for your viewing pleasure. You will want to stop by to enjoy her art as only presented by Judy. Christmas is almost upon us and the Country Store at the Museum has a wide variety of gifts for your shopping list, including Leaning Tree Christmas Cards. The Museum will be open until 8 p.m. for the Shop Hop on Dec. 10, so be sure to put it on your evening’s entertainment. Just in time for the holidays, the Museum will feature a super collection of nutcrackers belonging to Jeri Hanson. A super field trip is planned on Nov. 16 to two hydroelectric plants in the valley. Harvey Malone will take us on a walk into the bowels of the Borel and KR3 power plants to see what makes them tick. You can bet on a great time and some even greater stories from Harvey, as he spent much of his time at these two plants. We will be leav-
ing the Museum in Kernville at 10 a.m. The November General Meeting Nov. 23 will feature Dawn Jordan, who will give a story presentation of the Neil House. The history of this wonderful structure will come to life as she takes us back to before the Great Depression when it came to her family. Dawn is a 7th generation resident of the valley. Her great-great-greatgrandfather, Thomas Hooper Smith, came to the valley in 1865 and settled in the Onyx area. You surely won't want to miss what she has to say and show. In December we will be having the pleasure of a walkthrough tour of the house, which now sits in Kernville. Also to be held at the General Meeting will be an election of officers, directors and appointees. According to Peg Greenberg, Docent Coordinator, the museum depends on the efforts of the many docents who give of their time serving as guides, Country Store clerks and anything else that needs to be done in order to make the Museum run smoothly. "We appreciate the efforts of all docents and are so proud of what they do." She went on to say, "We always need more docents to fill vacancies, so if there is someone who'd like to try being a guide, call me at 379-5363. I'll be waiting."
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Friday, November 12, 2010 Our Valley, Our Earth
Roadwork exposes history Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist
TOTS continued from page 1 tion for toys for your kids, do it now. It must be received by Dec. 9. Donations of toys from the public (they should be new and not wrapped for Christmas) should be received by Dec. 15. That’s only a month away. The toys will be distributed on Dec. 17 at South Fork Elementary, the Senior/Veterans Center on Dec. 18 and St. Jude Catholic Church in Wofford Heights on Dec. 19. All donations, including financial ones, are tax deductible. Toys will be accepted at the Lake Isabella Christmas Parade on Nov. 27. To learn more, call the Salvation Army local affiliate, the Community Christian Services Center, at (760) 379-5100.
HIGHLIGHTS continued from page 8 of Lake Isabella – to get there, take Keyesville Road). It’s at 11 a.m. To order a light for $10, call (661) 716-8000. KRV Woman’s Club Christmas Spectacular to be held Dec. 4 The KRV Woman’s Club Christmas Spectacular will be held Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. There will be a great dinner catered by Hodel’s of Bakersfield. Door prizes and themed Christmas trees. Tickets are $30. 379-7220.
After last time, I do hope that you have returned prepared for an onslaught of ideas that will evolve into a working hypothesis and will probably remain as such until someone else proposes another process that explains it better. Such is Ron Bolyard the nature of Physical Geology. Keep in mind that it took 50 years before the idea of Continental Drift was considered a viable theory. (It has not arrived at the Law/Principle stage yet, but it is very close.) The picture below displays an actual Kern River Valley road cut outcrop depicting a complex geological structure. There are various components shown in this photo that have been developed over millions of years of complex geological deformation, deposition, erosion and magmatic intrusion. I will develop a plausible
hypothesis (an "Educated Guess!") in an attempt to understand the dynamics involved to determine how it formed. Remember that I am using past experience, knowledge, logic and solid geologic principles to develop this thesis, but I could still be incorrect, about some parts of the analysis or in entirety. This outcrop is located on Sierra Way in the north wall of the road cut just west of the top of Robinson Cove Pass, across Sierra Way from the Robinson Cove sign displayed on the south side of Sierra Way. I ask that you retain this photo and the one that will accompany next week's article, as I will be referring to them as we progress with our discussion. We begin next week. Until next week... Ron Bolyard is a retired geologist and has developed an “acute interest” in the geology of the southern Sierra Nevada since he moved here in 1999.
Havilah Centennial Group to hold Christmas party Dec. 4 The Havilah Centennial Group will be having its Christmas party at the Havilah Schoolhouse on Saturday, Dec. 4 from 4 p.m. until ? The community is cordially invited. Just bring a munchie to share. 379-2636. To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, just send the information to us by e-mail or on paper in person or by mail (our addresses are on page 2) by Tuesday for each Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is an admission price, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened and will be printed in chronological order according to space available. Calendar items deemed entirely or mostly business advertising will not be accepted.
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Michael A. Pate Michael A. Pate went home to meet his maker on Nov. 7, 2010 after a two-year-long battle with tonsil and bone cancer. Michael resided in Lone Jack, Mo. and was the son of Janice and Rich Garcia of Kernville. Michael will join his dad Rich, who preceded him in death eight months ago, and his brother Danny, who passed away in 2007. Michael was born in Burbank, Calif., and attended Burroughs High School, graduating in 1979. His passion for football led him to Central Missouri State University on a full-ride football scholarship. While there he met his wife, Traci. Michael graduated with a B.A. degree in Physics, minoring in Computer Science. After gaining an Executive MBA from the Paul Merage School of Business at the University of California, Irvine and a Master’s of Science degree in Optical Sciences from the University of Arizona, Michael began his own optical consulting company with 17 years of experience under his belt. Michael is credited with 34 patents for his inventions or co-inventions, including HewlettPackard’s Light Scribe and other optics-based technologies. Michael leaves his wife Traci and sons Maxwell and Kevin, all of Kansas City, Mo.; daughter Ashley Backhus and husband Andy of Missouri; brother Mark and wife Vivian of Florida, brother Scott and wife Sara of Anchorage, Alaska, brother Dave and wife Rosa of Sun Valley, Calif.; sister-in-law Lila of Torrance, Calif.; sister Sabrina Pate of Canyon Country, Calif.; nieces and nephews Miranda Augustine, Briana Winkler, Zachary Ring, Nicole Pate, Ryan Pate, Nicolas Garcia, Alexandria Garcia, Kylen Garcia, Josh Pate and Jordan Pate; and his godchildren, Cory Haynes and Remington Kremer. In lieu of cards or flowers, the family would like to request that donations in Michael’s memory be made to American Cancer Society Research, 1710 Webster St., Oakland, CA 94612, or to The Sandra J. Schulze ACS Hope Lodge, 411 2nd Street Northwest, Rochester, MN 55901-2814. A Celebration Of Life service will be held sometime in December.
Death notice Helena Belanger Helena Belanger, 97, of Wofford Heights, passed away on Nov. 6, 2010. There will be a Funeral Mass at St. Jude Catholic Church in Wofford Heights on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, at 11 a.m. Private burial will follow the service. Arrangements by Sierra Mortuary of Lake Isabella. Death notices are $5, as shown above. Full obituaries are $20, or $25 with a picture. For more information, call the Courier at (760) 376-2860 during office hours weekdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Jackson collectible after death Larry Cox Courier Syndicated Columnist
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Q: I have an album by Michael Jackson that is one of the first after he left the Jackson Five. Do you think I can sell it and get a lot of money? -- F.B.R., Lynchburg, Va. A: You neglected to give me the name of the album. You might try and find it in the Goldmine Standard Catalogue of American Records 1950-1975 by Ted Neely (Krause, $34.99). Most of Michael Jackson's early solo albums seem to be worth in the $20 to $30 range, according to this guide. As with most collectibles, there are always exceptions. Condition and demand also are important.
*** Q: I have several trial runs of Avon products and containers. Most of the containers were eventually issued in colored glass, mine are in flint glass. Who can I contact to find out possible values? -- William, Gas City, Ind. A: Perhaps you should contact The National Association of Avon Collectors, P.O. Box 7006, Kansas City, MO 64113. A $1 donation is suggested for people contacting the club for information.
*** Q: I have a picture that is quite old and the work of Hedley S. Vicar. Is it worth anything, and where can I go to sell it? -- Jean, Farmville, Va. A: What you have appears to be a turn-of-the-century watercolor. It was difficult to find any information about Vicar, but I did find a reference of one of his pictures being sold at auction by Lunds Auction and Appraisals with a pre-sale estimate of $150 to $175. The picture depicted a team of horses and appears to be from the same period as the one that you have. You might contact the auction house, since it has sold at least one of his works. The contact information is 926 Fort
*** Q: Where can I find a fishing reel collector? -Bernie, Albuquerque, N.M. A: You might hook a collector by contacting Antique Fishing Reels, P.O. Box 7623, Jupiter, FL 33468-7623, and 561-748-7508. *** Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to antiquequestions@aol.com. Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox is unable to personally answer all reader questions. Do not send any materials requiring return mail.
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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: CAPTURED MOMENTS, PHOTOGRAPHY BY GINA (2010B6338) Street address of principal place of business: 9910 Palm Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of business: 9910 Palm Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Gina Pettit, 9910 Palm Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. 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: Gina Pettit. This statement filed on 10/13/2010. Expires 10/13/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier October 22, 29, November 5 and 12, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: INOTECH (2010-B6219) Street address of principal place of business: 974 South Alpine, Bodfish, CA 93205. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 95, Bodfish, CA 93205. REGISTRANT: Jacob Branam, 974 South Alpine, Bodfish, CA 93205. 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: Jacob Branam. This statement filed on 10/06/2010. Expires 10/06/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier October 29, November 5, 12 and 19, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: PETERSON DAIRY (2010-B6462) Street address of principal place of business: 30999 Peterson Road, McFarland, CA 93250. Mailing address of business: 17346 Falling Creek Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANTS: Peter DeBoer, 17346 Falling Creek Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93314 and Carrie DeBoer, 17346 Falling Creek Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93314. 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: Peter D. DeBoer. This statement filed on 10/20/2010. Expires 10/20/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier October 29, November 5, 12 and 19, 2010. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: THE CAFE (2010-B6205) Street address of principal place of business: 12304 Mt Mesa Road, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: 3104 Raccoon Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANTS: Robert Lambert, 3104 Raccoon Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 and Cynthia Lambert, 3104 Raccoon Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. I, Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Cynthia Lambert. This statement filed on 10/06/2010. Expires 10/06/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By N. Hawley. Published by the Kern River Courier October 29, November 5, 12 and 19, 2010.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF EDWARD STEVEN PAJAK CASE NO: S-1500-PB-59353 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of EDWARD STEVEN PAJAK. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: TANYA STOWE in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN. THE PETITION for Probate requests that TANYA STOWE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on: December 14, 2010 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1415 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301, Metropolitan Division. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in
section 9100 of the California Probate Code. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in section 1250 of the California Probate Code. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: David A. Esquibias, Esq. Law Offices of David A. Esquibias 2625 Townsgate Road, Suite 330 Westlake Village, CA 91361 (805) 267-1141 (Published: Kern River Courier: November 12, 19 and 26, 2010) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: THE SWEET SPOT (2010-B6777) Street address of principal place of business: 2050 Rainbow Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of business: 2050 Rainbow Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANTS: Milissa Burnett, 2050 Rainbow Drive, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 and Marie Figueroa, 4600 Pine Lane, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. 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: Milissa Burnett. This statement filed on 11/05/2010. Expires 11/05/2015. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Durward. Published by the Kern River Courier November 12, 19, 26 and December 3, 2010.
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