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The fog/winter driving season in the Central Valley typically begins during the month of November and continues through February.
In an effort to reduce the number of vehicle accidents on local roads and highways during the Central Valley's Winter/Fog Season, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) encourage motorists to modify their driving habits in preparation for upcoming fog and reduced-visibility driving conditions. Driving in Winter weather -- snow, ice, wet and fog -- can create dangerous driving conditions for long-distance travelers and daily commuters alike. Keeping your vehicle in good technical repair and slowing-down average driving speeds can reduce your overall chances of a mishap or disaster while driving. To assist in slowing traffic speeds when visibility is less than 500 feet, the CHP will implement their Pace Program on major highways between Bakersfield and Modesto. Remember: "Slow Your Pace, It's Not A Race."
Needs are great for the holidays those who are unable to prepare or have a Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day. Pick up a FREE ticket by just showing up at the Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Dinner will be served from 2 pm to 4 pm. There will be a drawing and ten lucky people will win a Voucher for up to $15.00 toward a Butter Ball turkey. Vouchers courtesy of California Water Company. As the Holiday Season for 2011 nears, the local Salvation Army has found itself in the greatest need for donations and help in memory. With the economy low, many are out of work, can't find work, or don't have transportation to work outside the valley. Many having trouble paying rent or need food assistance, medical and prescription help, and are unable to purchase wood or propane to cook and keep warm. Our homeless population has begun to rise with some of these families being evicted from their homes. The Salvation Army has victims of this economy coming in requesting help daily. Sadly, the Salvation Army locally is nearly out funds to assist with immediate needs. There are limited outside funds. Referring them to Bakersfield shelters which are already over booked, is not an everyday option. The Salvation Army in the Kern River Valley provides Edison, propane, wood for burning, generic prescription, food, house hold items, clothing, transportation and other needs assistance. What they cannot directly assist with they offer a referral assistance program. With funds nearly depleted the local Salvation Army is faced with the inability to provide for the needs they normally can offer. And they are asking those who can to help in any of the following: Many Bell Ringers are needed to man business doors for the annual Christmas Season fund raiser. Monetary donations may be mailed to P.O. Box 2786 Lake Isabella, Ca 93240. One time or monthly donations are a great help. Note all donations to your local Salvation Army Unit remain in the valley for local
Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier Salvation Army provides Holiday dinner and year round help The Salvation Army, Lake Isabella invites any one in our community to the Holiday Dinner, Saturday, November 19. Especially invited are
Need donations to blanket Animal Shelter Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier Kern County Animal Control is asking for donated blankets & bedding to keep pets in its shelters warm & comfortable during the cold winter months. "The recent cold temperatures have drastically reduced our supply of warm blankets & linens for the dogs & cats entrusted in our care," said Matt Constantine, director of Kern County Public Health Services, which oversees the animal control division. "We provide our animals with a soft, warm bed to help ease their stress while in the shelter awaiting new homes & to also keep them comfortable during the days when temperatures drop." The shelter will accept donations of new & gently used blankets, towels & other bed linens that do not contain stuffing, batting or zippers. All items need to be washed and/or bleached prior to bringing them to the shelter. Unfortunately, the shelter cannot accept such items as pillows, sleeping bags & electric blankets. Items can be brought to any of the 3 shelters in Bakersfield, Lake Isabella & Mojave; Monday through Saturday between 8 am & 5pm. For more information, call 661321-3000, 661- 824-1030 or 760- 378-1131. people
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needs. Can you help provide food? Please consider helping your friends and neighbors in one or more of the needs listed above. Contact the Local Salvation Army office at 760-379-4600 or drop in at 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd. Food Pantry Needs Our Help The Food Pantry, a 501c3, charitable, nonprofit organization helps hungry people. The Food Pantry has a board of seven that run the organization, with the main purpose of providing free food to anyone who is hungry. They will help an individual or family twice a year for an emergency. They are presently helping 20 to 40 families per week. They don't normally ask for help but since the economy is so bad they are helping many more people and need your help. They are in need of any type food: fruit and vegetables, canned foods and meats, spaghetti noodles, peanut butter, cereal, baby food, dog food. But they don't just provide food. If someone looses their home to a fire, they can help that family with food, clothing and emergency items for two weeks after the fire. If a family is homeless they try to provide tends, sleeping bags, and blankets, pots and pans and plates and silverware, can opener, etc. At Christmas they give out about 100 food baskets and three toys per child. They have a Christmas Corner where Santa sits, and families get a free Polaroid picture with Santa. Any monetary donations are accepted so they can buy any needed food and pay their bills. Send donations to PO Box 2566, Lake Isabella, CA. 93240. The Food Pantry helps 20 to 30 families a week with food, sometimes more. The Food Pantry is open 3 days a week: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from Noon to 3 p.m. Stop by and check it out. The Food Pantry has been helping families and individuals for around 30 years and is located at 4621 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. For more information, call Phyllis Brewer 760-378-4825.
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Kernville Branch Library ‘Kern County Family Week, November 18 Regular story times will take place during “Kern County Family Week" in Kernville on Friday, Nov. 18 at 10:30 a.m. Keep up with all the programs, events and news concerning our local libraries by calling the KRV Branch at 760-549-2083 or logging onto FaceBook www.facebook.com/ KRVLibraries or www.kerncountylibrary. org. For information, call Adriane Holguin, or e-mail adriane .holguin@kerncountylibrary.org REVA, Inc. Dine-in, Family Fun & Date Night, November 18 A REVA, Inc. fundraiser dine-in, family fun and date night is being held on Friday, Nov. 18, from 6 to 9 p.m. at
John’s Incredible Pizza, 3709 Rosedale Highway in Bakersfield, (across from Costco). When you visit John’s Incredible Pizza Company on Friday, John's will donate 15 percent of your purchase (includes buffet, beverage, Fun World and game credits) to REVA, Inc. You must have invitation flyer, or state that you have “come to support REVA.” This fund raiser is to help purchase medical equipment for REVA’s [501(c)(3) tax deductible] non-profit, low-cost spay/neuter mobile veterinary clinic. See: reva-pets.org. For more information on this event, to get an invitation flyer, donate, or volunteer contact Jesse at 760-378-3101 or Laura at 760-299-3222. Lake Isabella Junior Pheasant Hunt, November 19-20
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Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella (760) 760-379-1830. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606. ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.
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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, Lake Isabella. 760417-2272. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Vets Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0848. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 10 - 11 a.m., Hospice Grief Support Group, 6040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. Open to all. (661) 760-410-1010. ■ 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., AA, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and Lunch, Poker Pool 3p.m. at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers and Hot Rods, Senior Center, Sierra Vista Restaurant, 16575 Hwy 178, Weldon. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036. ■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.
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■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Center, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 5 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Centennial Groupy, schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m., Dinner 5-7 p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.
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■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, open to the public. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760379-3877. ■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, open to the public. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-3793394. ■ 10 a.m. - Al Anon, 113 Dawson Dr., Wofford Hts. 760-376-6136.
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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, Lakeridge Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206. ■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon., Board; 4th Mon., membership), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 760-379-3394. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Community Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-3764461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. ■ 7 p.m., AA, 113 Dawson Dr., Wofford Hts. 760-376-6136. ■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon, Kern Valley Hospital Cafeteria, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760379-8985.
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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9:30 - 11a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-376-4249. ■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District. Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish
■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 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, 760379-2556. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236. ■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-4249. ■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 5:30 p.m., Weight Watchers, Weldon Methodist Church. 760-267-4693. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Room, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts.
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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 9:30 a.m. (2nd Thu.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Rm. 1, Lake Isabella. 2nd Thurs. For women. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Woman’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, Lake Isabella Library. 760-379-2303. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Colabortive, Veterens Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760-379-3877. ■ 5 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republicans of Kern Valley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3783602. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, Ewing’s restaurant, Kernville. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291. ■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon Kern Valley Hospital, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.
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■ Friday, noon, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa ■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Woman’s Club, Fay Ranch Rd., Weldon ■ Sunday, 1 p.m., Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, Hwy 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information, or meeting times have changed. noted.
The Fish & Game Habitat Club and California Department of Fish & Game are sponsoring four free hunts for junior hunters. Funded by the NRA Foundation (nrafoundation.org). A Junior Hunting License is required for any resident or old who takes birds or mammals. To qualify, hunters must be less than 16 years old at the beginning of the license year (July 1). A Junior License Fee is $11.37 and available at DFG License Sales Offices and license agents. The hunt will be held at Hanning Flat off Sierra Way. For information, call Sherry Van Matre, 2011 Lake Isabella Junior Pheasant Hunt Chairperson at 760-376-3178. The Father’s Heart Foursquare Church in the Park, November 20 Father’s Heart Foresquare Church’s “Church in the Park, is being held in Riverside Park in Kernville. Church begins at 9:30 a.m. Bring your own chairs. Free Family Fun Time follows 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring five different bounce houses, a 20-foot dlide, velcro eall, bungee run, face painting, gently used coat and blanket givaway and lots of free food too. The purpose is to simply share the love of Jesus, and let the people of the Kern River Valley know that they are loved and appreciated. In doing so, the memories of Caitlyn Rhynes and Don Duvall, two very special people are being honored who were a part of our lives and church family, and who also had a large heart for loving others. For information, contact Rachelle Duitsman, The Father’s Heart, Kernville Foursquare Church, at rachelleduitsman@yahoo.com or 661-444-3423 or Jack Duitsman at 760-223-6704. KRV Veterans of Foreign Wars breakfast, November 20 Kern River Valley’s Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 7665, is hosting a breakfast at the VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Ave., (behind McDonald’s) in Lake Isabella on Sunday, Nov. 20. Call 760-379-3877 for more information. Potato Gleaning for the Hungry, November 20 & 27 The Rotary Club of Kern River Valley, KRV Garden Group, Kern Valley Growers Association, Associated Students of Cerro Coso College and Kernville United Methodist Church are joining together to organize gleaned potatoes left over from commercial harvesting to help feed the hungry. Weldon farmer Dale Creighton is our host. He grows red, white and yellow potatoes. Everyone is welcome to join in the work and share the bounty. Bring a bag or container if you plan to take your harvest with you. These potatoes are to and are ot for resale. Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly. Meet at 2 p.m. promptly at the Weldon United Methodist Church, 20021 Highway 178, in Weldon. A caravan will lead to the field to be gleaned. For information, contact Kathleen Creighton Fuchs at 864-353-9836 or katcreighton@wctel.net Kern Valley Museum meeting, November 22 At the next Kern Valley Historical Society general meeting, Al Landry, who was born in old Kernville, will present a slide show. It is about what the Valley looked like in the past and how it looks today. Using two projectors at the same time, he’ll show slides of yesterday and slides of today, side by side. Al worked for Southern California Edison for 27 years and his father worked there for 47 years. For history buffs, long- time valley residents and newcomers, this is a presentation not to miss on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. The public is invited to attend free. Call the Kern Valley Museum at 760-376-6683. The Museum is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Reader responds to zoning hearing This letter is regarding the zoning hearing. In response to my objection that the revision restricts individual green energy production for homes and businesses to,”on site demand” only power production, a staffer replied to a direct question that there was no restriction on private residences in this revision. There was no chance for me to have her clarify her answer. There are in fact five sections limiting power production to on site demand only for non-utility businesses . The words referring to residences seem to have been dropped. Do you believe the staffer lied? I do. Worse, I am told that a provision has already been enacted while I was away during much of the last three years. The same staffer says there is no limit as long as the solar panels fit on your roof. Of course the roof will have to be engineered for the load plus snow. I also asked a waiver to a specific certification for small wind energy turbines under 25,000 watts. I had objected to this in the past and the text I recieved two working days before the hearing had been modified by the addition of text allowing for certified through a national program approved by the very same California Commission (Sec. 19.08.415.C.5). What a racket! I have been told by system supliers that this will add $5,000 or more to the price of each turbine. Some small systems are as low as $3,500 and to require a certification not required in any other county or state seems unfair and anti-green. Jon McQuiston’s office had been telling folks that the height limit on wind systems would be 35 feet, which was my change from 50 feet and that I didn’t know what I was talking about. I believe a Supervisor needs to know what he is voting on! I have been warning you that they took many height restrictions and set backs away and paved the way for huge 120-foot towers with only a 65-foot setback (Sec. 19.08.415.B.1&2) that could fall from your neighbor’s yard and crush your house or send a blade through your bedroom window. I had suggested a 2:1 set back but an expert in the field had two studies that included ice throw danger and increased even my set backs that came from coastal San Diego County where I experimented with wind and solar 30 years ago! Rick Crockett Onyx
Family and Funeral Society Thank Community The family of Dana Morris and Lake Isabella Funeral Cremation & Funeral Society would like to thank the community for helping with funeral costs at a time of need. It is great to have a lot of good-hearted people in a small community to lend a hand and help when it is needed. So, thanks for your help. Rob Guidry Lake Isabella
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Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist Awhile back I noticed with interest the answers to a Barbara Walters question: “If you were a tree, what kind of tree would you be?” The answers were always Middleworth interesting, and sometimes surprising. It seems odd now as I look back, that I didn’t apply the question to myself, but I didn’t. Now, years later, I’ve started wondering if given the chance, what kind of tree I would be. I could be an oak - strong and upright, tossing acorns to the ground and around. The squirrels would like the acorns and some would probably enjoy scampering up my trunk and sitting on one of my branches as they munch on the acorn. Or I could be an Elm. With my big leaves and branches, I would offer a lot of shade for critters and humans. If I’m a Slippery Elm, I would be careful and try not to slip around banging into other trees causing dissension in the forest. Or I might be a Fig tree messy and sweet. Adam and Eve could have made a couple of outfits out of my leaves and branches to cover their nudity. Of
course they would have to be careful because the milky sap from a fig leaf is lightly toxic and causes welts on bare skin. Of course if they did get welts, it would serve them right for messing around in the Garden and eating all my figs. Or was it apples? Speaking of apples, I could be a fruit tree, - sweet like a peach or sour like a lemon depending on my mood. I could stand proudly in a colorful grove of trees and enter a contest to see who had the biggest and juiciest fruit. The winner could receive a shiny new smudge pot as its trophy and personal smoker. Thoughtfully, I would really like to be a Joshua tree. I would stand in the middle of the desert, with my arms raised to the heavens where I would be able to see spectacular sunrises and sunsets. I would be green and majestic and would wisely counsel younger Joshua trees on the meaning of life (tree life). Unlike other Cacti in that sandy desert, I would not have spines and stickery stickers and I would provide barbless shade for my bird and animal friends. And if you came along, I would make room for you to sit in my shade and rest a spell. Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program.
New Winter Hours for Hospital Thrift Store The Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Stor announced the new Winter hours. The Thrift store will be open 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Monday thru Saturday starting December 1 for about four months until around April 1, 2012. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce is getting the sleigh bells ready for Kern County’s first parade of the season. It will be presenting the 34th annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, Nov. 26. This year’s theme is: “A Decade Of Remembrance - 9/11 First Responders.”
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‘Idiot’ is smart DVD pick PICKS OF THE WEEK “Our Idiot Brother” (R) — Is the man who sells pot to a uniformed cop an insufferable dolt? Or is he just a refreshingly honest and trusting man in a cynical world? This is the question at the heart of this lighthearted comedy. Paul Rudd puts all of his easygoing charm into Ned, the titular idiot. After his hippie girlfriend kicks Ned out of his Paul Rudd organic farm, his three sisters (Zoey Deschanel, Elizabeth Banks and Emily Mortimer) offer him a place to stay. Ned cycles through being burdensome, charming, obnoxiously burdensome and then somehow redeeming himself. Like Ned, the film creates positivity, even if overdoing it a little bit. “Tucker and Dale Vs. Evil” (R) — Tucker and Dale (the equally underrated Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine) are two country boys and best friends taking some time off in a cabin in the woods. To an outsider, the friendly but awkward duo may appear to be straight out of an ‘80s slasher flick. In a series hilarious and brutally unfortunate coincidences, a group of superfi-
cial college kids each get themselves killed while under the impression that the pair of sweetnatured rednecks are psychopaths who have kidnapped their friend. To the unseasoned, it’s a comedy complete with funny lines, likable characters and hilarious misunderstandings. For a horror fan, this is a loving send-up worthy of mocking our favorite movies. “30 Minutes or Less” (R) — This original comedy about a pizza guy turned human explosive is loud, abrasive and over in a flash. Jesse Eisenberg plays Nick, the small-town loser who gets a bomb strapped to his chest by a pair of bumbling criminals who want him to rob a bank. Nick enlists the reluctant help of an old friend, Chet (Aziz Ansari). Expletives, off-color humor and a speedy disregard for plot holes keep things moving along at a decent pace. Those who can’t get into the profane spirit of things will be quickly left behind. However, fans of Ansari’s brand of humor or Danny McBride’s character acting will get a bursts of laughter from the experience. © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.
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‘Walking Dead’ lives on By Cindy Elavsky Q: I am loving the second season of my favorite show, “The Walking Dead,” on AMC. Will it return for another season? — Chad G., via email A: Normally, this would be a bit early for renewal news, but since the show’s return at the end Daniela Ruah of October, its ratings have been through the roof. Season two ratings have eclipsed the stellar ratings (especially by cable standards) of the first season, so AMC has already renewed it for a third season. “The Walking Dead” depicts the aftermath of a zombie apocalypse following a group of survivors outside Atlanta, starring Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal and Sarah Wayne Callies. Q: I was sad to read in your column that “Spartacus” star Andy Whitfield had passed away. Will the production of the show continue after his death? — Hallie E., via e-mail A: In March 2010, Andy was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lym-
phoma. Production on season two was delayed so he could be treated. Unfortunately, his cancer returned, and he dropped out of the series and was replaced by Liam McIntyre. Andy passed away at age 39 this past September. Season two, with Liam as Spartacus, will return to Starz on Jan. 27, with the network already giving the green light for a third season to begin production in early 2012. Q: I have noticed the actress who plays Kensi on “NCIS: Los Angeles” appears to have two different colored eyes. Does she, or am I just seeing things? I would like to see her in more shows or movies. — Mary B., via e-mail A: Daniela Ruah, who has played Kensi Blye since the show’s premiere in 2009, has a birthmark in her right eye, making it appear almost completely black, with her left eye being hazel. You’ll get to see more of Daniela soon, as she co-stars in the feature film “Red Tails” with Terrence Howard. Write to Cindy at King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475; or e-mail her at letters@cindyelavsky.com © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.
Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob Coarse black pepper ( i use a lot of pepper} Cook bacon until brown. Crumble into pot. Add some of the Bacon drippings (two or three tbs), the chopped cabbage, Chopped onion, salt and pepper to the bacon in the pot. Add 1 cup of water or 1 cup of chicken broth to the ingredients In the pot. Cook over medium heat about 30 to 40 min. Until Cabbage is tender. Bodfish Bob's Corn Casserole
Bodfish Bob’S Zesty Turkey Tortilla Wraps 3 c shredded or diced cooked turkey breast 1 c marinara or spaghetti sauce 1/4 c cayenne pepper sauce 8 me. soft whole wheat tortillas, heated Mix turkey, marinara sauce and pepper sauce in medium saucepan. Heat until hot. Spoon mixture into tortillas. Garnish as desired with low-fat sour cream, low-fat shredded cheese, salsa or green onions.
1 can(s) whole kernel corn, drained (15-1/4 oz) 1 can(s) cream style corn (14-3/4 oz) 1 pkg jiffy corn muffin mix (8 oz) - 1 c sour cream 1 stk butter, melted 1-1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese Preheat oven to 350. In a large bowl, stir together the 2 cans of corn, jiffy, Sour cream, and melted butter. Pour into a 9x13 casserole dish. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and top with cheddar. Return to the oven for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand for at least 5 minutes and then serve warm.
Bodfish bob's Southern Style Cabbage 4 slices of bacon fried crispy 1 small head of cabbage coarsely chopped 1 medium onion sliced or chopped, your choice Salt to taste
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Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier Columnist On the fin side The fishing in the lake has been sporadic at best. The early to mid morning being about the only times you can comfortably fish these days. The wind comes up in the early afternoon chas- Mencarini ing most from the lake. The fish have been confused by the many fronts that have been blowing through this year. The crappie are stacked on just about every standing tree in the lake. Those who have tried to catch them have told me they can't seem to find a bait that will get them to bite. I'm thinking that minnows might be what will get them excited. Here is an idea. Those who like to explore and get some exercise, take a walk at your favorite part of the lake. I was at Hanning Flats today helping to get ready for the Junior Pheasant Hunt, which will hap-
pen this weekend. More on that in a minute After finishing my project, I drove back to the old warning tower, parked the truck and walked over to the South Fork which is flowing modestly, then I walked almost all the way to Lyme Dyke. I have to tell you it was absolutely a blast. The scenery in the South Fork area of the lake is not typical to the North Fork. I could go on for a while, so get out and about and see what you've been missing.
Let's not forget the Junior Pheasant Hunt happens this weekend Nov. 19 and 20. The 18th is the last day for registration. The Habitat Club is poised and ready to put on another great event this year. They still could use more dogs and their handlers. Contact Sherry at 1760-376-3178. 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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Recreation information U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646 Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.
General infomation Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella (across from Senior Center) Local: 760-379-5236 Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads) Local: 760-376-2629 Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE
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Keep looking down ity to deal with our flesh in any lasting or definitive way. The application then of spirituality into an otherwise earthly envi...and raised us ronment is a process that takes both up together, and time and determination. Coming to made us sit toterms with what it means to be gether in the heav“seated in heavenly places with enly places in Christ Jesus” literally takes a lifeChrist Jesus... time, and will have many bumps - Ephesians 2:6 along the way. The truth remains overarching, but the affect on our To think of ourlives is much more slowly integratselves as unimed. It does take a willingness to let portant in the lov- Duitsman go of the earthly on our part, believing heart of the ing that there are much greater Savior would be to misunderstand principles at work in us than what the application of the Lord’s touch life may look like on the outside. upon our lives. Wherever we walk, The issues of our lives are not miniand whatever we walk through is of mized in terms of their importance, utmost concern to the Father, so but something larger is going on much so that His word is filled with that reminds us of the intricate the promise of His presence ever nature of the redemption of our with us. This souls. “cheering and “The encouragement of the Holy Spirit The guiding” as the through the Scriptures is to always live encourageold hymn writer ment of the with a broader sense of life’s turned the Holy Spirit purpose...” phrase describthrough the ing the present Scriptures nature of the Lord in our lives is a is to always live with a broader powerful part of who we are and sense of life’s purpose, and trust how we live, even if we don’t always that more is happening than meets remember or live like we remember! the eye. In whatever circumstance Against this backdrop, let’s journey we find ourselves, and whatever a moment into the above Scripture physical response goes along with and be embraced by the truths conthat, let us be reminded today that tained therein. there are spiritual and eternal For all of our desire where spirituissues being worked out in us that al life is concerned, the reality of the can not be dealt with by any other matter is that we live very earthy method. lives. This earthly life that we live is the Controlled by our five senses, we process by which the Father’s good are often earth-bound in our thinkpleasure is worked in us, and the ing and actions to the point where it dichotomy of coming to live in the can be difficult to tell there is any Spirit while still functioning at a spirit life happening in us at all. physical level is but another place Stand a believer in a random lineup for the Lord’s amazing grace to be of people, and it would probably be shown ever strong in us.To think of impossible to pick them out on the ourselves as unimportant in the lovbasis of outward looks. Even if ing heart of the Savior would be to observed for a brief time, the differmisunderstand the application of ence might not be striking enough the Lord’s touch upon our lives. to be conclusive. Wherever we walk, and whatever Please don’t take this as a diatribe we walk through is of utmost conagainst the moral and ethical failcern to the Father, so much so that ures of the Church of Jesus Christ His word is filled with the promise in the early 21st century, but rather of His presence ever with us. This as a simple admission of you and I “cheering and guiding” as the old having the treasure of the Lord’s hymn writer turned the phrase saving presence in very earthly vesdescribing the present nature of the sels. We may deeply long for there Lord in our lives is a powerful part to be a change in this status, but as of who we are and how we live . . . long as we tread this life, we will in even if we don’t always remember large measure be limited in our abilor live like we remember! Jack Duitsman, Pastor Father’s Heart Foursquare Church, Kernville
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Scripture in Facebook an enemy to your enemies and an adversary to your adversaries.” John 14:9: “Jesus said to him, ‘Have I been with you so long, and you still do not know me, Philip? Maybe social Whoever has seen me has seen networking can the Father. How can you say, help explain ‘Show us the Father?’” Genesis 32:30. With Facebook, one may post It tells us, pictures for friends only to see. “Jacob called the With God, “pictures” are actions name of the that are better than videos. Jesus place Peniel, saygave examples to explain the kinging, ‘For I have dom of heaven. One of those seen God face to involved, “When the Son of Man face, and yet my Semonious comes in his glory, and all the life has been angels with him, then he will sit delivered’” on his glorious throne.” Matthew This statement followed an 25:31. event in which “…a man wrestled God’s social networking will with him until the breaking of the go something like this: “The day.” Genesis 32:24. Since the man King will say to those on his would not identify himself, Exodus right, ‘Come, you who are 23:20-22 may blessed by therefore Father, “The King will say to those on his right, my apply: inherit the ‘Come, you who are blessed by my “Behold, I kingdom send an angel Father...” Matthew 23:34 prepared for before you to you from the guard you on foundation the way and to bring you to the of the world. For I was hungry place that I have prepared. Pay and you gave me food, I was careful attention to him and obey thirsty and you gave me his voice; do not rebel against him, drink…’” And then He will say, for he will not pardon your trans“Truly, I say to you, as you did it gression, for my name is in him. to one of the least of these my But if you carefully obey his voice brothers, you did it to me.” and do all that I say, then I will be Matthew 25:34-35 and 40. Clarence Semonious, Pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville
Valley places of worship Kernville Father’s Heart Foursquare Church Kernville Elementary School, Kernville Service Sunday 9:30 a.m. (760) 223-6704 First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville Sunday Service — 10:45 a.m.. (760) 376-6403 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Worship Celebration, 9:30 a.m. (760) 376-2751 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville Sunday School 9 a.m., Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 417-2014 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. (760) 376-6362 St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church Services held at Kernville United Methodist Church Sundays 11 a.m.
Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. (760) 376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. (760) 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10 a.m. (760) 376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.
Lake Isabella First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. (760) 379-5615 Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. Wed. 5:30 p.m. (760) 417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. (760) 379-5640 Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. (760) 379-4296 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella (760) 379-8672 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 11 a.m. (760) 379-2343
Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. (760) 379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella Sunday School & Worship 9:30 a.m. (760) 379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Worship Sunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m. Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. (760) 379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. (760) 379-5819
Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (760) 379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. (760) 379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. (760) 379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. (760) 379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal Church) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 4 p.m. (760) 379-6360
Southlake Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. (760) 378-3780 He Cares Fellowship 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake Services Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. (760) 379-6935 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (760) 378-2321 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. (760) 378-4964 Church listings are free. Please contact the Courier office.
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Loss of Freedom Blue Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist I have been in correspondence with a couple who have a major problem. Neither is in good health and they have limited income and resources. For the past few years they Harry Thal were on a Medicare Advantage PPO plan called Freedom Blue from Anthem Blue Cross. It was apparent to me from the get-go that the plan was too rich in benefits, and as predicted, it was removed from the market as too costly for the insurance company to maintain the financial losses it created. The withdrawal of Freedom Blue from California has created a big problem for many people, especially those in rural areas, where alternate plans are not available. Such a situation exists with this couple who have found specialists who have been helpful. Here is my response to them: “…In my personal opinion, you are between a rock and a hard place. You will most likely not be able to keep your specialists. HMO plans do not contract with doctors, but with Medical groups. These are known as IPA’s (Independent Practice Associations). The physicians belong to the group, and then the group’s administrator contracts with the insurance carrier. The insurance company pays so many dollars a month to the IPA which in turn pays the physicians and participating contract hospitals and retains reserves for expenses such as out of area emergency hospitals and out of network specialists. If there is a specialist within the IPA, they are the single source(s) of referral to the needed specialty. If there is no qualified specialist within the IPA, then an outside source is located and assigned the case. “This is my concern with the HMO. You have relationships with several specialists, but they are in different IPA’s, which in effect makes them not available to you and your HMO. There are only three IPA’s in Kern County to even
consider: IMG, BFMC and GemCare. Your primary physician, as most here in the Valley are, is part of BFMC which does have a network of specialists in Bakersfield. “The only real alternative is to be back on original Medicare. With Medicare Parts A and B you have a choice of any physician and any hospital contracted with Medicare. The problem is, that Medicare only covers 80 percent of doctor bills, if the physician accepts “assignment” and if not, you are responsible for an additional 15 percent. You are also responsible for an additional $1,132 per admission to the hospital (Part A deductible) and an annual deductible for the Part B expenses of $140. To fill this need, you would want to get a Medicare Supplement. These entail paying a monthly premium which can amount from $118 to $211 in Kern County depending on your age. The good news is that when you go to use services, you typically have no expense, as the Plan F supplement pays all of the Medicare deductibles and co-pays on your behalf. I like to say you can leave your credit card and check book at home when you go to the doctor. “A final wrinkle in the situation is that it is illegal for a Medicare supplement to cover prescription drugs, so a PDP plan (Prescription Drug Plan) is needed. These range in cost per month between $15 to $115 depending on plan selected. The selection of the plan (there are 33 to choose from) is based on the medication you are taking. Each plan has its own list of approved drugs, called a formulary, and certain drugs may have restrictions. This is also true on the HMO plans, as they too cover only certain medications. If not covered, or if it has a restriction, you either pay the price of the drug, or in some situations, your physician can prescribe an alternate medication that is covered without restriction. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106) and other states. Harry is on the National Assoc. of Health Underwrit-ers Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760376-2100, e-mail harrythal@ aol.com or visit him on the web at www.harrythal.com
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Sprouting new blood vessels Paul C. Donohue, M.D. Syndicated columnist DEAR DR. DONOHUE: In 1997, I had a mild heart attack and went on medicines. Six months later I had another mild incident that led me to angioplasty. Ever since, I have been eating well, exercising and taking all my meds. My cardiologist says I have great collaterals. I have sprouted new vessels for my heart. I thought I should have some kind of intervention, but the doctor says no. Can you discuss autogenesis? Am I related to a starfish? — R.S. ANSWER: You’re the first writer ever to use the word “autogenesis.” If a starfish loses an arm, it grows another — autogenesis. Humans have the same ability when it comes to blood vessels. They can grow new ones, and do so in many instances. Heart-attack victims often can sprout new arteries. It’s a long process. It doesn’t happen overnight. And it doesn’t happen to all people. Count yourself lucky. The booklet on CAD — coronary artery disease — discusses how vessels become plugged and how they are treated. To order a copy, write: Dr. Donohue — No. 101W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.
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Choice of fresh roast turkey, or glazed ham, mashed potatoes, dressing, gravy, yams, cranberry sauce, vegetable, choice of our delicious soup or salad and pumpkin pie made right here at Cheryl’s & Nelda’s $ 95
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Pumpkin Pancakes at Nelda’s and Pumpkin Pancakes or Gingerbread Waffles at Cheryl’s
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Saturday December 3rd 9am- 5pm & Sunday December 4th 9 am- 4 p Pictures with Santa Over 130 Artists & Crafters Food Booths • Oil Paintings Pottery • Jewelry Garden Art • Clothing Candy • Hand Made Baskets Handmade Lampwork Beads • Iron work & Metal Sculptures for the Yard Admission $1.00 (12 yrs. & older) Free Parking
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Continued from page 3 The Chamber is pleased to announce this year’s Grand Marshall, U.S. Navy Captain Commander Brett Pierson, in honor of all armed forces. Please join us as we honor all those involved in keeping our city, county and country a safe place to live and honoring those first responders of 9/11. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. at the Lake Isabella Post Office Center and end at Crestview Avenue. There is no entry fee to participate. If you would like to enter, applications are available online at http://www.kernrivervalley.com/parade/ in pdf format, or pick one up at the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce or the Kern Valley Sun. If you would like to sponsor a trophy for $25, please contact Jennie at the Chamber office, 760-379-5236 or mail your check, payable to KRVCC, to P.O. Box 567, Lake Isabella CA 93240. You can also print out a trophy sponsor form from our website. For more information, please call the Chamber office at 760-3795236.
Potato gleaning for the hungry next two Sundays Rotary Club of Kern River Valley, KRV Garden Group, Kern Valley Growers Association, Associated Students of Cerro Coso College & Kernville United Methodist Church have joined together to organize gleaning potatoes left over from commercial harvesting to help feed the hungry. Weldon farmer Dale Creighton is our host. He grows red, white & yellow potatoes. Everyone is welcome to join in the work and share the bounty. Bring a bag or container if you are taking your harvest away. Otherwise the bounty will be divided amongst the food banks present to participate & reap the harvest. These potatoes are bounty to feed the hungry (yourself, relatives, neighbors & friend) & local food bank, but not for resale! Check the weather forecast & dress accordingly. Meet at 2 p.m. promptly at the Weldon United Methodist Church, 20021 Highway 178, Weldon. A caravan will lead to the field to be gleaned (no exceptions!). Please read Potato Gleaners Instructions at http://goo.gl/RUKFg. For information, you can call Kathleen Creighton Fuchs 864-353-9836, or email katcreighton@wctel.net. Also you can read Preparing Potatoes for Winter Storage at http://goo.gl/UgcEl and Gleaning Photos at http://goo.gl/3VHwG.
Kernville Chamber honored by the Forest Service Monday November 14, the Kern River Ranger District presented the Kernville Chamber of Commerce with a Certificate of Appreciation for their outstanding efforts in serving the visiting public and providing these visitors with Forest Service information while the Kern River Ranger District Kernville office was closed on weekends.
Suzanne “Sue” Harris October 26, 1936 - October 29, 2011
Sue was born in San Pedro, CA on October 26, 1939. She passed away peacefully in her Lake Isabella home on October 29, 2011. Her longtiime significant other, Bob McClaren, was with her. Sue was a 33-year member of the local Moose Lodge. Sue is survived by her daughter, Shawn Hanson and Shawn’s two daughters, and Sue’s sister, Bobbie Sandberg.They all live in Loveland, CO She is also survived by her son, David Harris of San Clemente, CA, and his son and daughter. Sue is greatly missed by Bob and Sue’s family. Special thanks go to Elizabeth Rimestad and Margie Farmer of Hoffmann Hospice and to Dian Drake of Valley Caregivers for their caring and compassion. A memorial service will be held at at a later date.
Death notice Ted Darrell White Ted Darrell White, 84, of Weldon, passed away in Lake Isabella on November 9, 2011. Services pending. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Creamation & Funeral Society, 6048 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240. 760-379-5006 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.
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Wildland fire season officially ends for 2011 The Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument (USFS), Tule River Reservation Fire Department (TIA), the Kern County Fire Department (KCFD), and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Bakersfield Field Office officially declare the end of the 2011 wildland fire season on Friday, November 18th. The good news is fire officials
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Announcements Continued from page 13 expect seasonal changes to continue as the weather brings cooler temperatures to surrounding areas. These seasonal changes significantly reduce the threat of damaging wildfires throughout our wildland communities; however, homeowners must always stay aware of dry fuels and changes in fire danger, especially when the Santa Ana winds begin to blow. The public is reminded to continue working on hazardous fuel reduction projects around homes and properties and continue to stay prepared throughout the winter season. This wildland fire season was extremely challenging for local cooperating fire agencies and emergency responders, community members and local businesses; many experienced tremendous loss. Many large fires were due to the exceptionally thick grass that grew due to heavy rainfall in the spring. We also experienced 3 major complex fires simultaneously from a lightning storm that passed through the area in September which caused the activation of an Area Command. We thank all partners and outlying communities and Firesafe Councils for their strong support and we are grateful that no lives were lost! Fire agencies will remain available to respond to emergencies at all times. However, most seasonal firefighter contracts are ending. At least one Kern County Fire Dept. helicopter will remain available throughout the year and remaining fire crews from all agencies will be available to respond.
The Salvation Army will host annual Holiday Dinner for those in need The Salvation Army will host our annual Holiday Dinner for our needy, poor and homeless, Saturday, November 19, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. We invite those in our community who will not be able to provide a Thanksgiving Dinner for themselves or their families this Thanksgiving Holiday to attend. Entry and drawing tickets were available at The Community Christian Service Center, 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd. Hours of operation are Monday through Wednesday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Thursday 9 a.m. to 12 noon. If you could pick up your tickets you may show up Saturday, November 19 at 2 p.m. for a ticket. If you cannot provide for your family a Thanksgiving dinner or you are low on
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funds or homeless, you are invited to come and enjoy a complete Thanksgiving meal. The meal will be served between 2 and 4 pm at the Senior Center, in Lake Isabella. There will be a drawing for Turkey Certificates, Value $15.00 each toward a Butter Ball Turkey. Certificates are redeemable at any food market selling Butter Ball Turkeys. We thank California Water Company for their generosity in providing the certificates.
Adopt An Angel for a Christmas Gift Adopt An Angel Christmas Gift Program for 11 to 18 year old children. Agencies, organizations or individuals can visit the Family Resource Center to "adopt" individual children or a set of siblings. If a cash donation is received, we will purchase items from the child's wish list for you. Adoptions are open now thru December 5. Cash donations will be accepted until December 16. This program is being sponsored by the Family Resource Center, 5109 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556
Enhancement Act brings jobs to ski resorts The Ski Area Recreational Opportunity Enhancement Act of 2011 was signed by President Barack Obama on Nov. 7. It is estimated to create and annually sustain up to 600 extra jobs nationwide. "This is great news for promoting job growth and economic stimulus in California," said Regional Forester Randy Moore. "Local restaurants, hotels and shop owners are likely to see an increase in business as visitors flock to scenic Forest Service locations for year-round activities." In California, there are 25 ski areas on 11 national forests. The area local to the Kern River Valley is Shirley Meadow in the Sequoia National Forest. The new legislation amends the National Forest Ski Area Permit Act of 1986, which allowed only Nordic and alpine skiing. Under the new legislation, other snow sports may be permitted on National Forest System lands, as well as yearround activities. Potential permitted activities may include zip lines, mountain bike terrain parks and trails, Frisbee golf courses, and ropes courses. "National forests will now be able to provide even more economic benefits to some hard-hit mountain communities," said Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell. Nationwide, it is estimated that roughly 600,000 more summertime visits may create and sustain annually up to 600 more full-, part-time and seasonal jobs nationwide. This addition of summer recreation is expected to infuse almost $40 million of direct funding into mountain communities near ski areas. Currently, the Forest Service averages 27 million visits annually to ski areas, which has in turn contributed $4 billion every year, and 80,000 jobs in rural communities. Protecting natural resources on the Forest Service's 122 ski areas will remain a priority and year-long facilities will be subject to the same review and approval processes as those for ski facilities such as the construction of ski lifts and ski trails. Not all recreation activities will be permitted. Those considered to be destructive to the natural environment will be excluded. The mission of the U.S. Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.
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Calendar Continued from page 2 Free Thanksgiving Dinner, November 23 There will be a free Thanksgiving dinner on Friday, Nov. 23, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at My Place restaurant, 6206 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella. Call 760-379-2563 for more information. Toys for Tots Pancake Breakfast Fund Raiser,November 26 A fund-raising pancake breakfast supporting your local Toys For Tots, will be held during the day of the Christmas Parade, Nov. 26, from 6 a.m. until noon in Lake Isabella. Come early to the parade and enjoy a complete pancake breakfast at the Veterans’ Hall at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Face painting will be available for children of all ages. Meet representatives of all military services and first responders, as we honor our teams this year. Save money by buying presale tickets at the Community Christian Service Center, 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd and at Valley elementary schools and other outlets around the valley. A donation of $5 for adults ($6 at door) and $3 for children and seniors who help us with toys. Toys for Tots Toy Collection at the Lake isabella Christmas Parade, November 26
Bring toy donations to the parade and place them in the Toys For Tots Train as it travels down the parade route on Saturday, Nov. 26. All donations will provide toys to over 500 needy children in the Kern River Valley. Cash donations may be made to “Toys For Tots” and mailed to P.O. Box 2786, Lake Isabella, CA 93240, or just drop in to the Community Christian Service Center, any Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m to 2 p.m. or toys may be dropped off at participating retailers across the Valley. Just look for the Toys For Tots collection boxes. Toys For Tots is a work of the United States Marine Corps Reserve. The Salvation Army is the Kern River Valley’s official representative. Donations to the work of your local Salvation Army may also be mailed to P.O. Box 2786, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. 34th Annual Lake Isabella Christmas Parade, November 26 The theme of this year's Lake Isabella Christmas Parade is “A Christmas Salute - A Decade of Rememberance 9/11 First Reponders.” The Parade will begin at 11 a.m. at the Lake Isabella Post Office Center and end at Crestview Avenue. This year’s Grand Marshall is Captain Brett Pierson, Commanding Officer,VX-9. If you would like to sponsor a trophy for $25, contact the Chamber office or mail your check payable to KRVCC, P.O. Box 567, Lake Isabella CA 93240. You can also print out a trophy sponsor form from our website at www.kern-
Kern River Courier Page 15 rivervalley.com. For applications, more information, please call the Chamber office at 760-379-5236. Fairview Helispot Star Party, November 26 The Kern River Valley Astronomy Club is holding a Star Party starting at sunset (4:50 p.m.) on the Saturday night that is closest to the new moon, Nov. 26, at the Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville (look for the orange cones about one mile south of McNallys). It is best to call ahead to check if weather will cancel event. For more information, contact Rich Burdge evenings and weekends at 760-376-6290 or richburdge@aol. com. Hoffmann Hospice invites the public to ‘Light Up A Life,’ December 1 Hoffmann Hospice Foundation is inviting the public to “Light Up A Life” at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1 in Circle Park, Kernville. Share in the evening by placing a symbolic light on the tree in honor or memory of a loved one. Join us as we remember those we love during our annual treelighting ceremony. For more information call 661-410-1010 or www.hoffmannhospice.org Optimal Hospice will host their ‘Light Up A Life Celebration,’ December 3 Optimal Hospice Foundation will host their “Light Up A Life
Celebration” on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 11 a.m. The ceremony will include a personal reflection by a hospice family member, the reading of the memorial names by hospice nurses and volunteers and special music. Lake Isabella residents are invited to sponsor a light in memory of a friend or loved one, or for someone living whom they wish to honor. For each gift a light will be placed on the tree in tribute to their loved one. Also, an Optimal Hospice Foundation ornament will hang on a Tree of Life in the lobby of the Lodge at Painted Rock, 2908 Pearl Harbor Drive in Keyesville. In order to have names read during the Lake Isabella ceremony, donations must be submitted to Optimal Hospice Foundation, 1315 Boughton Drive, Bakersfield, 93308 by Nov. 28. To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, send the information to us by e-mail or on paper, either in person or by mail (our address is on page 2). Submissions must be received on Tuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is any cost, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by event date and space available. Submitted items deemed entirely or mostly business advertising will not be accepted. Some event information gathered from the chambers of commerce, KRVR or www.kernvalley. com.
Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Lone Oak Cottage Antiques and Collectables (2011 - B5918). Street address of principal place of business: 26150 Columbia Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 26150 Columbia Way, Tehachapi, CA 93261. REGISTRANTS: Scott Blashill, 26150 Columbia Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561 and Christina Barrett, 26150 Columbia Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561. I - Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 09/17/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Scott Blashill. This statement filed on 10/07/2011. Expires 10/07/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier October 28, November 4, 11 and 18, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Famous Dave's BBQ (2011 - B5894). Street address of principal place of business: 7777 Rosedale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address of business: 7777 Rosedale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANT: Tacaza, Inc., 3191 Red Hill Avenue, #100, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. F - Corporation. Date the business commenced: 02/01/2008. Notice: In accordance with subdivi-
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sion (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: Anand Gala, Chief Executive Officer. This statement filed on 10/06/2011. Expires 10/06/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier November 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2011. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: STAGE STOP RANCH AND LAND COMPANY, (2010-B2050) Street address of business: 14600 Caliente Creek Road, Suite 8, Caliente, CA 93518; Mailing address of Business: 14600 Caliente Creek Road, Suite 8, Caliente, CA 93518. REGISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Thomas G. Smith, 11338 Caliente Creek Road, Caliente, CA 93518 and Kevin Smith, 14600 Caliente Creek Road, Suite 8, Caliente, CA 93518; Original FBN Statement Filed on: 03/24/2010. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 11/02/2011. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier November 11, 18, 25 and December 2, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Sacred Mountain Properties (2011 -
B6400). Street address of principal place of business: 14654 Caliente Creek Road, Caliente, CA 93518. Mailing address of business: 14654 Caliente Creek Road, Caliente, CA 93518. . REGISTRANT: Kevin Smith, 421 Piute Meadows Road, Caliente, CA 93518. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 11/02/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Kevin Smith. This statement filed on 11/02/2011. Expires 11/02/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier November 11, 18, 25 and December 2, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Dirthog Construction (2011 - B6217). Street address of principal place of business: 4709 Kimber Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307. Mailing address of business: 4709 Kimber Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93307. REGISTRANT: Mark Lowry, 16800 Clover Court, Bakersfield, CA 93314. 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: Mark Lowry. This statement filed on 10/26/2011. Expires 10/26/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier November 18, 25, December 2 and 9, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Interstate AG Plastics (2011 - B6488). Street address of principal place of business: 32900 Stockdale Highway, Buttonwillow, CA 93206. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 265, Buttonwillow, CA 93206. . REGISTRANT: B & B Flying Service, Inc., 32900 Stockdale Highway, Buttonwillow, CA 93206. F Corporation. Date the business commenced: 01/13/1999. 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: Brad Bittleston, President. This statement
filed on 11/07/2011. Expires 11/07/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier November 18, 25, December 2 and 9, 2011. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: GRAND ISLAND DENTISTRY, (2011-B5387) Street address of business: 11330 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93311; Mailing address of Business: 2302 Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Pham & Mehdipour, Inc. 2302 Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 09/09/2011. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 11/11/2011. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk by M. Dominguez, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier November 18, 25, December 2 and 9, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Grand Island Dentistry (2011 B6560), DBA#2: Grand Island Dental (2011 - B6561). Street address of principal place of business: 11330 Ming Avenue, Suite 440, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 2302 Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. REGISTRANT: Pham & Mehdipour, Inc., 2302 Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. F - Corporation. 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: Nguyen Pham, CEO. This statement filed on 11/11/2011. Expires 11/11/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier November 18, 25, December 2 and 9, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Lone Oak Cottage Antiques and Collectables (2011 - B5918). Street address of principal place of business: 26150 Columbia Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 26150 Columbia Way, Tehachapi, CA 93261. REGISTRANTS: Scott Blashill, 26150 Columbia Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561 and Christina Barrett, 26150 Columbia Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561. I - Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 09/17/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Scott Blashill. This statement filed on 10/07/2011. Expires 10/07/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier,October 28, November 4, 11 and 18, 2011.
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