Kern River Courier November 21, 2008 by Kern River Courier

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Vol. 5 No. 42 Valley weekend weather forecast Fri.: Sunny, high 70. Fri. night: Mostly clear, low 44. Sat.: Sunny, high 66. Sat. night: Mostly clear, low 44. Sun.: Sunny, high 67. Sun. night: Mostly clear, low 45. Data from National Weather Service

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Elementary schoolchildren were invited to the Nuui Cunni Indian Cultural Center on Nov. 13 during Native American Heritage Month. Here, children do the Bear Dance with visiting Native American Red Star from Ventura. They share the spirit of the bear in this ceremony.

Edison offers help in paying electric bills Kern River Courier

Southern California Edison has several programs and options iin this time of economic volatility for those who may be having trouble paying their electric bills. In addition to special rates for income-qualified individuals and families, the utility also offers rebates for using energy-efficient appliances, and provides many tips that can save energy in homes and businesses, which can lower electric bills. Linda Yamauchi, SCE manager, Consumer Affairs, says that the very first thing a customer should do if he or she realizes there might be a problem paying their bill is to contact the utility.

See SCE, Page 16

California Joe’s Country Living

Powers dedication brings memories California Joe Kern River Courier Columnist

Editor’s note: This week California Joe Stevenson’s column is about the late Bob Powers, for whom a mountain has been named near Kernville. Miz Sue came home the other day with a book: “Ava’s Man” by Rick Bragg. It took place mainly in the decade of the California Joe Great Depression and it’s about this guy who moved his family 21 times. Poverty followed him everywhere he went. He sang when he was drunk. There was always a jar of whiskey nearby. Other men fought or cussed. He played his guitar and sang. That’s what I used to do! I

played the guitar and sang a little, first in New York and then in Los Angeles. And one day out west I met a gal who needed help raising her two kids, and the rest is history. We ended up living in a 15foot trailer in a campground in Wofford Heights that closed for the winter. That’s when I first met Ranger Bob Powers. It was a cloudy fall day and the kids were outside playing when this here feller come by on his dappled grey horse. He sat a good mount and looked every inch like one of them old-time cowboys in his khaki pants and shirt with a small badge pinned to his left high pocket. “I’m kind of wonderin’ what you folks are doin’ here,” he said. “It’s fall now and we’re closed for the winter and everyone else is gone.” We invited him to step down and have coffee with us. He

See POWERS, Page 15

Toy programs make it a better Christmas Mike Devich Kern River Courier

Time is running out to run out and buy some toys and contribute them to less fortunate children here in the Kern River Valley. There are several programs for toys locally; the Courier will mention three in this story. • You may contribute toys by handing them to United States Marines in uniform during the Lake Isabella Christmas Parade on Saturday, Nov. 29 starting at 11 a.m. The U.S. Marine Reserves in the Bakersfield area have been helping with the Toys for Tots program in the Kern River Valley for over a dozen years. The program covers children 0-15

See TOYS, Page 7

Joseph Zaragoza and Edgar Blanco hold up a great stringer of fish.

Kern Valley seniors unwillingly are helping ease the state’s deficit by paying more.

Don’t know where to eat? See our Thanksgiving dining guide.

Kern River Water Data: Wed. 5 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 111, 191 acre-ft. (Pool capacity is 568,075 ac.-ft. at the spillway. Current limit 360,000 ac.-ft.) Peaked at 258,239 ac-ft. June 16. Inflow, North Fork of Kern at Kernville 284 cfs (5-hr avg.) Outflow, Lower Kern 284 cfs Borel Canal flow 0 cfs Murdoc Douglas/Kern River Courier

Shirley Beaman, left, and Edna Smith, officers of Ladies of the Elks, beam during the group’s annual bazaar Saturday.

Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.

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Friday, November 21, 2008

Kern River Valley – the place for fun 2008 events: Saturday, Nov. 29 Lake Isabella Christmas Parade. Santa Claus ushers in the holiday season. 3795236.

Published Fridays by KRV Publishing

Spotlighting the best of the Kern River Valley Owners/Editors/Publishers Michael Batelaan Mike Devich Contributing Editor Mike Ludiker Contributors/Columnists Jack Bustamante Rod Middleworth Matt Freeman Bodfish Bob Sally Thornburg Debra Rundell Ron Bolyard Donna Fitch California Joe Harry Thal Clarence Semonious Marya Miller Richard Rowe Dona Anderson

Friday, Dec. 12 Candle Stroll and Live Nativity Scene, Circle Park, Kernville. 376-2629.

Photographers Michael Batelaan, Mike Devich, Mike Ludiker Contributing Photographer Murdoc Douglas Ad Production Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker Advertising Sales Valerie Minoux Business Office Sara Wakeman Subscription Information The Kern River Courier is published and mailed weekly for $35 per year. Send payment to: Kern River Courier P.O. Box 1145 Wofford Heights, CA 93285 Advertising policies Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. Cancellations or rejection shall not preclude payment on similar advertising previously run. KRV Publishing and the Kern River Courier are not liable for errors in copy or an advertisement beyond the cost of the actual space occupied by the error. Publisher reserves the right to place the word “advertisement” on any ad copy that appears to resemble editorial matter. Submission policies Editorial and photo submissions are welcome and will run at the discretion of the editors. Submissions will only be returned when accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. The editors reserve the right to edit all submissions. The entire contents of the Kern River Courier are copyright ©2008 KRV Publishing. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without prior written consent. All rights reserved. Letters policies Letters to the Editor are run when space permits. They are meant as an open forum for expression. The views expressed in the letters to the editor within this paper are not necessarily the views of this paper, nor those of the staff. Letters to the editor pertaining to local issues and events or those that affect our area are encouraged. Please include your real name, address and phone number for verification. Pen names or incomplete names are not allowed. The Kern River Courier reserves the right to exclude any letter to the editor, or edit its contents for length and prevention of libel, or for other reasons as seen fit by the editors. Letters should not exceed 200 words.

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Saturday, Dec. 13 Christmas Parade of Giving, Kernville. Santa Claus appears in Circle Park. 376-2629.

Regular meetings and activities

Wednesdays

• 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., KRV CB’ers Breakfast, Sr Ctr., Lake Isabella • 9:30 a.m. Sequoia Amateur Radio Group, Youth Center, Lake Isabella. Second Sat. • 7-10 p.m.- Dam Dancers square dancing, 1st Saturday, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 379-5831. • 9:30-11 a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, United Methodist Church, Kernville, 379-2556. • Noon- KRV Chamber of Commerce lunch meeting, Paradise Cove, 2nd Wednesday. • 1:30 p.m.- Clan Diggers meeting 2nd Wed. at Highland Chapel Methodist Church, Lake Isabella. 3rd Wed. - Workshop same location. • 3 p.m.- Republicans of Kern Valley meet 3rd Wed. 549-3033 for location. • 6 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club meets, 631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed. • 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake Isabella Sr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., third Wed. 379-5488. • 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.- Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella dining rm., live band. • 7 p.m. Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts, 376-2410. For families of alcoholics. 3762410 or 376-2066. • 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.

Sundays

Thursdays

Fridays • 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 378-3935. • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - AA, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. • 5 p.m. - Kern River Hot Rodders Cruise Night, Circle Park, Kernville, 3rd Fri. • 8 p.m.- Al-Anon, Fellowship Bldg, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.

Saturdays

• 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, open to the public. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 379-3877.

Mondays • 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 1 p.m. - Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, third Monday. • 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Line dance beginner classes, intermediate and advanced follow at the Senior Center. 379-0043. • 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber of Commerce meets, board 2nd Mon., general membership 4th Mon. 376-2629. • 3:30-5 p.m.- Substance Abuse Family Support & Community Education, College Community Services, 2731 Nugget Ave., Lake Isabella. 379-3412. • 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meets at Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella, Rm G. 376-4461. • 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rd Mon., Senior Center. 379-2844. • 7 p.m. Havilah Centennial Group meets 1st Mon. at schoolhouse. 379-2636. • 7:30-Al-Anon, KRV Hosp Cafe. Help for families & friends of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.

Tuesdays • KRV Garden Group, 2nd Tues. 379-6162. • 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 3795831. • 9:30-11a.m.- Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 379-2556. • 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting at cemtery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 3762189. • 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets, Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.

• 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. Third 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 meets, Paradise Cove. • 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. • 6 p.m. - Rotary Club meets - Golf Course, Kernville. • 7 p.m.-Sweet Adelines meet-Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Prospective members welcome. • 7 p.m.- Kern Valley Astronomy Club, museum, Kernville. 3rd Thurs. 376-1291

Bingo Guide Friday, 12:30 p.m. - Eagles Bingo, Eagles Hall, Mt. Mesa Saturday, 12 p.m., South Fork Woman’s Club Bingo, 6488 Fay Ranch Road. Sunday, 1 p.m. Moose Lodge Bingo, Lake Isabella Blvd. Wednesday, 1 p.m - Senior Center Bingo, Lake Isabella. Thursday, Early Bird 12:15-Regular 1 p.m. St. Jude Bingo, Hwy 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information.

2009 events: The Courier has received some of the dates that have been made available for the 2009 annual events shown below. Some are tentative. Call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce, (760) 376-2629, or the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce, (760) 379-5236, for updated information. The Courier will make more dates available as information is received. January: Man and Woman of the Year banquet (Jan. 9), awards (Jan. 26) February: Whiskey Flat Days (Feb. 13-16), Heart Walk March: Keyesville Classic Mt. Bike Races April: Valley-Wide Art Studio Tour, Isabella Lake Fishing Derby (April 4-6), Kern River Festival Whitewater Races (April 18-19), Trout Festival, Kern Valley Nature Festival May: History Days, Classic Car Show (May 9) June: Kids Fishing Derby (California Free Fishing Day), Whitewater Wednesday July: Fireworks Over The Lake, Personal Watercraft Races August: Rubber Ducky Races, Hummingbird Festival September: Turkey Vulture Festival, California Free Fishing Day October: Kickin’ Back at Kernville Rod Run, Valley Fest, Casino Night November: Lake Isabella Christmas Parade December: Christmas in Kernville, Parade of Giving Visit us at www.kernrivercourier.com, click on “Current Issues” on home page

Friday, November 21, 2008

Kern River Courier

Things I Have Noticed

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U.S. Navy has a lot of brass Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist

Today I was thinking about my boot camp days shortly after I joined the Navy in 1951. This particular memory was of the first few days after I arrived at boot camp and had yet to be assigned to a company. To keep me busy during this period I was put on a work detail. They called them work details but all they were, were Rod keep-out-of-trou- Middleworth ble, manufactured busywork. For instance, the day I marched from the troop train into camp, we marched through and under a huge polished brass sign which read "United States Naval Training Center, San Diego." As I marched I noticed its size and how shiny it was and I wondered how they kept the brass looking so new and pristine. The following day for my first work detail, I found out. I was given a rag, a can of polish and a ladder and told that my job was to polish this huge brass edifice. I thought to myself, “This could take all day.”And it did. It was then that I knew whose job it was to keep the sign looking

so fresh and bright – me. I was told that I would do this every third day until my company was formed. On the other two days I could swab the office floors and wash and clean the windows. All this time I was wondering why I had joined the Navy and where was my snappy uniform. (I had yet to be assigned clothes or anything else.) As I stood on the ladder, polish in hand, I watched the outside world with the inside observation that I had made a big, really huge mistake. All during boot camp I reinforced that thought. Especially when they taught me to swim by throwing me in the water and threatening my life if I touched the sides before swimming the length of the pool. Especially when we had fire drills at 4 a.m. and were sprayed with ice cold water. Especially when we were roused at midnight to march because one of our company had failed to take a shower. (They told us they were building character.) In the end I weathered boot camp, had my character built and 60 years later, from my rocking chair, I’m able to laugh at what then seemed a disaster. Time is a great healer. Go Navy! Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program and coordinator for the Lake Patrol volunteers.

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Tony Click’s barn is reflected in a pond on his property in Kernville.

Mark your calendar Community Thanksgiving at high school Friday, Nov. 21 You are invited to a Community Thanksgiving Celebration at the Fine Arts Auditorium at the Kern Valley High School on Friday, Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m. sponsored by the Kern River Valley Pastor's Association. Everyone is invited. The service will be followed by a time of fellowship. There is no charge, but a free-will offering will be received. For further information call 376-6719 or 379-4296. Caravan for Compassion to gather food again Saturday, Nov. 22 The second Caravan for Compassion will take place Saturday, Nov. 22 starting at 10 a.m. Nonperishable foods are needed, as well as non-food items like mittens, hats, socks, etc. Be part of the caravan, or bring your items to Circle Park (10-10:30), Wofford Heights Post Office (10:45-11:15), Lake Isabella Senior Center (11:30-noon), Mt. Mesa Market (12:15-12:45), Sierra Gateway Market Southlake (1-1:30 p.m.), South Fork Women’s Club in Weldon (1:45-2:15 p.m., return to Senior Center 2:30 p.m. Donations will go to the Salvation Army, God’s Storehouse and the Food Pantry. Salvation Army’s holiday dinner for hungry Saturday, Nov. 22 The Salvation Army’s annual Holiday Dinner to our hungry and needy will be held at the Senior Center, Saturday, Nov. 22 from 3 to 5 p.m. Tickets for qualified individuals may be obtained from the Community Christian Service Center, 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Volunteers (including those who can entertain with holiday music) to cook and clean up and food donations are needed. Interested persons call 760-379-5100.

Commodities giveaway Tuesday, Nov. 25, Dec. 23 7 a.m., Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa 7 a.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights 8 a.m., Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Whiskey Flat Days organizing meetings Nov. 24 and Dec. 29 The Kernville Chamber of Commerce’s next Whiskey Flat Days planning meeting will be Nov. 24 at 5 p.m. at the chamber office. Another is scheduled for Dec. 29. Both are potlucks. For more information, call the chamber office at 376-2629. My Place to hold Thanksgiving dinner free for hungry Nov. 26 My Place restaurant in Lake Isabella and guitarelements.com will provide a free meal to feed the hungry in honor of Thanksgiving on Wednesday, Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All contributions and volunteers will be greatly appreciated. Call Angela at 379-2563.

See CALENDAR, Page 14

Economy got you down? Come join us for some down home comfort food. Chef Matt will be offering nightly Dinner Specials $ 95 Thursday - Sunday for Children under 12 eat free!

10720 Pine Drive Alta Sierra (760) 376-8900 On the Greenhorn Mountains. Follow the signs from Hwy155, Only eight miles west from Wofford Heights! Open Thursday thr u Sunday Thursday Lunch & Dinner from 12:00 to 8:00pm Friday Lunch & Dinner from 12:00 to 9:00pm Saturday Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner from 9:00am to 9:00pm Sunday Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner from 9:00am to 7:00pm

Adventures Kern River Valley information

Recreation Info U.S. Forest Service Lake Isabella office: 4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy. 155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178) (760) 379-5646 Kernville Office: 105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner from the museum) (760) 376-3781 (760) 379-5236

General KRV Info Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville Corner Sierra Way & Kernville Road Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE Local: (760) 376-2629

Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Across from Senior Center

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Friday, November 21, 2008

Legend Boat Launch Ramps Camp Grounds z Towns Hospital + Other Features

Emergencies - call 911

Wofford Heights

Kern Valley Hospital McCray and Laurel, Mt. Mesa (760) 379-2681

Kernville

Airport Wofford Heights Park

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

County Dump Cyrus Canyon OHV Area Target Range ModelAircraft Controllers Stine Cove Robinson Cove Hanning Flat

Tillie Creek Live Oak

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

STATISTICS

Golf Course

M.L. Ludiker Artwork & Design

Sponsored by the Airport Cafe at Kern Valley Airport Sierra Way, 4 mi. south of Kernville Rd. Breakfast & Lunch, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Great food 7 days a week

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Old Isabella Rd Auxiliary Dam Engineer Point Paradise Cove LI Visitor Center Kissack Bay Main Dam Hospital

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Lake Isabella

Antiques:

South Fork Wildlife Parking Area

Southlake Map courtesy Mike Ludiker www.kernvalley.com

Collectibles, Dolls, Pocket Watches, Wagon Wheels, Picture Frames, Paperweights,Jewelry, Furniture & Glassware, Zabel Prints.

Country Feed Barn 1345 3rd Street Inyokern

Monday Friday 8:00am-5:30pm Saturday 8:am-5:00 Closed Sunday

Hardware: Clothing:

Wrangler Jeans, Jackets, Flannel Shirts; Carhartt Rugged Outerwear, Overalls; Durango, Chippewa; Western Boots; Safety Boots; Children’s Boots; Big & Tall Man Sizes, thru 4x Large.

Household:

Where is Thumper? Jack Bustamante Kern River Courier Columnist

Cast Iron, Kerosene Lamps, Enamelware.

Pet & Animal Supplies:

Vari-Kennels, Exercise Pens, Horse Tack, Vet Supplies, Cat Posts, Vaccines, Clippers. Sweaters & Toys for Small & Large Dogs.

Breyer Horses:

Largest Selection in the Area. Will Mail on Request.

(760) 377-4532

Let’s Go Fishing

Fencing, Gates, Tanks, Railroad Ties.

Jewelry:

Southwestern Jewelry.

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Highlighting the works of Nell Rolls Photography

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Also works by artist

Jill Iversen

The Rich Pelletreau

WildlifeGallery& Studio 6700 Wofford Heights Blvd. Wofford Heights ph:760-376-1403 e-mail: rpgallery@msn.com Mon., & Wed. thru Sat. 10am to 5pm Closed Sun. & Tue

For some reason, the first load of derby trout missed the boat, and besides that, the two loads of 2009 derby trout were waylaid. Who is in charge here? For as long as I have been living here and covering some of the fishing tales, Kern the past seven River years, Thumper has Valley always arrived Chamber with the first of Commload of derby fingerlings. In erce, you the seven have the years I have dough, lived here, where are two loads of trophy trout the fish? per year have been purchased with proceeds from the last Isabella Lake Fishing Derby. So where is Thumper this year? Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce, you have the dough, where are the fish? Sorry about that, I just had to get it off my chest. But once again, where is Thumper? Call the chamber at 379-5236 to get an answer.

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Joseph Zagora and Edgar Blanco hold up a great stringer of fish from Camp 3. On a more upbeat note, trout are still biting strong upriver. Joseph Zagora and Edgar Blanco brought in a nice stringer caught in the Camp 3 area. Nice catch, guys. Grab your trout gear and let’s go fishing! Photos courtesy E&J’s Tackle and General Store. For bragging rights, bring your catch to E&J’s, 6498 Wofford Blvd, Wofford Heights, near the Wofford Heights Post Office.

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Entertainment K E R N

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Celebrity Extra

Angela still starring on Broadway By Cindy Elavsky Q: I loved watching Angela Lansbury in the "Murder She Wrote" series. I was wondering what she is doing now. I think she is a wonderful actress, and I would appreciate any information you might have on this great lady. Lansbury -- Josephine R., via e-mail A: Angela Lansbury, 83, was born in London. She was married to actor Richard Cromwell in 1945 and divorced him the following year, although they remained good friends. In 1949, she married Peter Shaw, and together they had two children. Peter, an actor and businessman, was instrumental in guiding Angela's career. They had one of Hollywood's longest-lasting marriages, until his death in 2003. Recently Angela returned to her Broadway roots (although it would be more accurate to say that she never left) to star in the play "Deuce," which ran from April through August 2007. Just this past month, Angela hosted "On Broadway! A Glittering Salute

to the American Musical." True to form, Angela, an accomplished Broadway singer and dancer, quipped that now that she had new knees and new hips, she was perfectly able to keep dancing. *** Q: Is the brown-haired sister-in-law of Jim in "According to Jim" any relation to Natalie Wood? -Carolyn K., via e-mail A: Kimberly Williams-Paisley, 37, whose breakout role was in 1991's "Father of the Bride" opposite Steve Martin and Diane Keaton, plays Jim's sister-in-law, Dana. Kimberly is married to country superstar Brad Paisley, and together they have one son and recently announced they are expecting their second child in April 2009. Although they are both stunning brunettes, Kimberly is not related to the late Natalie Wood. *** Have a question for Cindy? Email her at letters@cindyelavsky.com, or write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

Sportsman’s Inn Every Friday & Tuesday Karaoke withTina & Jessie

7:00pm - 1:30am

cocktails • dancing • darts • pool Downtown Kernville

760-376-2556

Reel Cinema

6742 Wofford Heights Blvd.

Nov. 21 st Thru Dec. 4 th

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Couch Theater Smith stars as reluctant superhero Previews of new DVDs By DNA Smith PICK OF THE WEEK "Hancock" -- Will Smith stars as Hancock, a superhero with amazing powers who's also a drunk and a jerk. After saving the life of a publicrelations guy named Ray (Jason Bateman), Hancock allows the guy to help him with his image. Hilarity ensues -- for a while. Then the film takes a Smith weird direction with an odd subplot about amnesia and immortality and gods. "Hancock" isn't a horrible movie, and it's not super-great, either. But it's good enough to make it the movie pick of this week. The film is being released in both theatrical and unrated editions. ALSO THIS WEEK "Pink Panther Ultimate Collection" -- Wow. This is one of the biggest box set collections I've seen: 18 discs. The first nine discs have nine of the 10 feature films ("Return of the Pink Panther" isn't included because MGM doesn't own the rights); the remaining nine discs have all the Pink Panther and Inspector Clouseau cartoons (more than 190). ALSO THIS WEEK "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2" -- America Ferrera, Blake Lively, Amber Tamblyn and Alexis Bleidel star in the sequel to the 2005 hit girly pic about a bunch of young girls finding love and ultimately ... themselves. Apparently this can only be achieved with pants. In this

installment, the girls "fight heartache and family trouble while seeking adventure during their first year of college." Not having seen the film, I can only imagine the "heartache" to be the Freshman 15. Look forward to 2010's "Sisterhood of the Traveling Slacks with the Elastic Waistband." COMEDY "A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All" -- This is the DVD release of Colbert's one-hour Comedy Central holiday special featuring musical guests John Legend, Elvis Costello, Toby Keith, Willie Nelson and Feist. John Stewart makes an appearance to sing a duet with Colbert -- an original song entitled "Hanukkah." "George Carlin: It's Bad For Ya" -- This is the late George Carlin's final HBO performance. Although this isn't George's best show, it is certainly his best set this decade. Special features include his 1969 appearance on "The Jackie Gleason Show" and selections from his 2007 three-hour interview for the Archive of American Television. TV SERIES "24: Redemption" "Freaks & Geeks Yearbook Edition" "Beverly Hills 90210" Season 6 "Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C" The Final Season "The Mod Squad" Season 2, Vol. 1 "Case Closed" Season 3 "The Doris Day Show: The Complete Collection" "Family Affair: The Complete Series" (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

This week’s top DVD rentals 1. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (PG-13) Harrison Ford (Paramount) 2. The Happening (R) Mark Wahlberg 3. Iron Man (PG-13) Robert Downey Jr. (Paramount) 4. You Don't Mess With the Zohan (PG13) Adam Sandler (Sony Pictures) 5. Forgetting Sarah Marshall (R) Jason Segel (Universal)

6. War, Inc. (R) John Cusack (First Look) 7. Sex and the City: The Movie (R) Sarah Jessica Parker (Warner) 8. Leatherheads (PG-13) George Clooney (Universal) 9. Made of Honor (R) Patrick Dempsey (Sony Pictures) 10. Baby Mama (PG-13) Amy Poehler (Universal) (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Friday, November 21, 2008

Health Insurance Matters

Reducing state budget deficit lands on poor KRV seniors’ backs Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist

Several hundred residents of the Kern River Valley, all either seniors or disabled, will be unwillingly helping the state meet the budget deficit. They join several thousand Kern County residents who are on the Medi-Cal program receiving financial assistance for their medical needs. Statewide, AB 1183 will effect 57,000 people. Just above the people who are the poorest in our community are those who are very borderline. They have incomes of at least $1,100 a month, single or $1,434 married. These people have had their Medicare premiums paid by the state's Medi-Cal program.

They are on what is known as "share of cost." With their almost poverty level income, large medical expenses can become overwhelming. The program assists them by paying the $96.40 monthly Medicare part B premium. Part B covers most medical expenses not associated with an in-hospital Harry Thal stay (Part A). These folks pay their own way. If they should exceed medical expenses, of say, $700 in a given month, then Medi-Cal helps out. It is like a deductible, but it is cal-

culated monthly. With this new deficit-cutting legislation, if a Medi-Cal person's share of cost is greater than $500, they have received a letter stating that their Social Security payment will be reduced by $96.40 beginning with the November payment. Good news is that Social Security was unable to get this into play right away, so the deduction will be starting with the December payments. While not a silver lining, there are several things affected people can do. If you are receiving other benefits from other programs, such as food stamps, incomebased housing subsidies, etc., this reduction in income may assist in getting a little more from

other services. If your share of cost was just a hair over $500, sometimes doing something like buying a dental plan can put you under the line. As bad as this may appear, I have learned that only one other state (Michigan) even has such a program. All the other states never pay anything towards the Medicare premium. Harry P. Thal, MA, Certified Senior Advisor, is a licensed insurance broker. He is a member of the Kern Valley Hospital Advisory Board and is President of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters, He may be reached at 760-376-2100, e-mail harrythal@aol.com or visit him on the web at www.harrythal.com

Preceptor Xi Eta’s fashion show at the Elks Lodge Saturday was well attended. Lore’s Loft in Kernville provided this outfit, modeled by Marlene Sciaqua. Proceeds from the luncheon show benefited the Sheriff’s Activity League. Murdoc Douglas/Kern River Courier

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Flu shots available for seniors at Dec. 4 clinic for $2 Flu shots are available for those 60 and older, sponsored by the Kern County Department of Public Health. The clinic will take place Dec. 4, at the Weldon United Methodist Church, Weldon from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 549-2090 or 375-5157.

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Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob bring to boil. Add cheese and heat until cheese melts. Serve with bacon bits on top (optional). Bodfish Bob’s Meat Pie 1 unbaked pie shell 1 lb. ground meat 1 1/2 c. cheddar or Swiss cheese, grated 2 eggs 1/2 c. milk 2 tbsp. cornstarch

Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier

Above: Randy Kyt, cemetery manager, and Smitty Glass recognize veterans at the Kern River Valley cemetery on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Left: Mel Wayne presents the flag at the Elks Lodge’s veterans service and dinner on Nov. 11. Elks who are veterans were presented certificates for their service to our country. Beckie Scott/Special to the Courier

TOYS continued from page 1 years old, and is coordinated by the Salvation Army, headquartered at the Community Christian Services Center in Lake Isabella. All toys collected here in the valley are stored

here and given away here. Applications for those who wish to sign up for Toys for Tots may be found at elementary schools, day care centers, the Department of of Human Services in Lake Isabella, or through charitable organizations, and must be received by Monday, Dec. 1. Call 379-5100 for the nearest toy drop-off location or where to pick up an application. Financial assistance to buy toys is also needed by Toys for Tots. Also, volunteers are needed for the distribution on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Community Christian Services Center. Call 3795100 if you can help. • For older children 11 to 18 years

Bodfish Bob Kern River Courier Columnist

Bodfish Bob's Potato Soup with Hash Browns 1 onion, chopped 1 tablespoon butter or oil 3 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen hash browns 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of celery soup 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup 1 1/2 cups milk 1 lb Velveeta cheese Bacon bits (optional)

Saute onion in butter or oil until transparent. Add broth, bring to boil. Add hash browns, bring to boil. Add soups (don't dilute) and milk,

old, some of whom are not covered by Toys for Tots, the Be An Angel program is being run by the Family Resource Center in Lake Isabella. Parents may sign up eligible children at the Family Resource Center until Wednesday, Dec. 10. Angels are placed on the Family Resource Center lobby Christmas tree with the child's age, gender, and three wishes for "something special." Agencies, organizations, and individuals can visit and "adopt" a child or a set of siblings until Friday, Dec. 12. Donations are also accepted and appreciated. Distribution will be to the parent or guardian of the child. All donations will remain anonymous. Contact the Family Resource Center at 379-2556 for more information.

Brown meat and pour off grease. Beat eggs thoroughly. Add milk, cornstarch and cheese and beat well. Add to meat and put into pie shell. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until knife comes out clean. Bodfish Bob’s Lemon Pie 3 egg yolks 1 can Eagle Brand Milk (sweetened condensed milk) 1/2 c. Lemon juice concentrate 1 (8-inch) graham cracker crust 8 oz nondairy whipped topping

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Beat egg yolks with milk and lemon juice. Pour into crust and bake for 30 minutes. Cool. Spread with whipped topping. Refrigerate. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Web at www.bodfishbob.com.)

• The Christmas Parade of Giving in Kernville will be taking place Dec. 13 starting at 4 p.m. at Circle Park. The toys collected will be stored by George and Darlene Randall and will be distributed by a group of volunteers to needy children to give them a better Christmas. You may either hand the toys to the slowly cruising cars in Kernville during the parade, or drop them in the barrels at the following participating businesses: The Big Blue Bear, Lah-De-Dah, The Sportsman, Kathleen’s River Salon, Ewing’s on the Kern, James Sierra Gateway Market Kernville, Natural Health or Kellee Scott Farmers Insurance, all in Kernville. Call Randall at 376-3998 or Jeff Barlett at 379-0990 for more information.

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Hello friends and neighbors. We are a new business in town. Prices starting at 25 cents per square foot (with a minimum $25.00 charge). First time customer special offer of $25.00 one room, second room same size free (size limit 20’x15’). Upholstery Cleaning also Available

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Talking About Real Estate Selling your home if you are in default You’re in default! This, unfortuare a couple of things to remember. nately, is a situation that more and First, time is of the essence concernmore Americans are finding theming your bank. You only have so selves in. There much time before your home goes really are sevon the auction block. Find a real eral reasons – estate agent who is familiar with fradulent loan short-sales and get them to negotiate officers, buyers with your lender as soon as possible. who constantly You will have to do an application re-financed to and provide valid reason for missing get as much your payments and written permismoney out of sion for your real estate agent to their home as access your account. they could, And remember, price the listing adjustable-rate to sell! If you are missing the paymortgages. ments but still price the listing to Matt Freeman Whatever the make a mega profit that is the same reasoning for thing as letting the home go to aucbeing in default on your mortgage tion, you are wasting everyone's time payments, there is a way out that can most importantly your own. Price the save your credit. listing below market value, if you Consider doing a short-sale. The owe 200K, price it at 175K and adverlast time real tise it as a short-sale dstate agents foreclosure. were really That brings a lot of More often than not, familiar with people in because the short-sales perception is there of the bank will come to was back in a good deal. Then the early ‘90s, upon receipt of an terms that are agreeable which was the offer, even a low offer and save your credit. last time that let your real estate there was a agent and your bank --Matt Freeman big turndown slug it out. More often of real estate than not, the bank prices. A will come to terms short-sale is when a seller who is in that are agreeable and save your default asks their lender to take less credit. than what is owed on the home in order to sell the home before it goes Matt Freeman is a Realtor to the auction. with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty If you are a seller in this situation (760) 379-5915 or cell 223and are interested in selling your 0880. His column is not intendhouse and saving your credit there ed to replace legal advice.

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WE L IST A ND S ELL THROUGHOUT O UR V ALLEY! ~ RESIDENTIAL HOMES ~

#9952 #9831 #9266 #9424 #9919 #9502 #9812 #8959 #9846 #9254 #9941

3+1, 1,059 s.f., 2 car garage 3+1, 1104 s.f., A frame, charming neighborhood 1+NA, 914 s.f., a true fixer upper, Great lake view! 3+2, 1584 s.f., 2 car garage, New ‘07 Home! 3+1.75, 1518 s.f., .37 acres, 2 car garage 4+ 1.75, 1660 s.f., fenced fully, centrally located 3+1.75, 1589 s.f., newly refurbished, Spanish tile roof 3+1.75, 1612 s.f., .60 acres, fabulous deck! 2+1.75, 1712 s.f., .93 acres, swimming pool! A must see! 2+1, 1152 s.f., 2.67 acres, 2 car garage, Lake view! 3+1.75, 1,600 s.f., landscaped + fenced

#9998 #9655 #9656 #9817 #0070 #9878 #9628 #9652 #0031 #9810 #9811 #9253 #9596

1+1, 700 s.f., lake view! REDUCED! MH in senior park, newly refurbished, 2+1.5, 110 s.f. 2+1.75, 1080 s.f. newly refurb., senior park, lrg mstr suite 2+2, 1700 s.f. sr. park, huge master PENDING! 2+1.5, 720 s.f., newly refurbished, singlewide NEW! 2+2, 1344 s.f., senior park, great condition! 2+2, 1128 s.f., new new new 2005, seller financing 2+1, 768 s.f., 1985, fully fenced, weekender 2+2, 1890 s.f., mgf. 1980, ready for you! 2+2, 1152 s.f., mfg. 1987, permanent foundation 2+2, 1104 s.f., mfg. 2004! 1977 dblewide, permanent foundation, new roof & deck Great Lake View!, 2+2, 1200 s.f., seller financing

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2.66 acres, Frontier Trails, in well serve area 1.31 acres, 2 lots, seller financing. .17 acres, utilities .36 acres, cul-de-sac, area of new homes .18 acres, utilities + septic, bldgs. gifted .58 acres, lake view! 2.75 acres, 4 parcels, lake views 1.5 acres, fenced w/utilities .69 acres, corner lot, lake view, water meter 11.58 acres, lake views, partly fenced

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$130,000 $143,000 $165,000 $169,000 $175,000 $199,000 $238,000 $245,000 $259,000 $275,000 $275,000

$8,950 $34,500 $37,000 $49,500 $55,000 $55,000 $67,500 $79,500 $96,000 $120,000 $134,000 $139,000 $165,000

“Christmas in the Mountains” $12,900 $12,900 $39,000 $44,000 $45,000 $45,000 $64,500 $65,000 $80,000 $120,000

Kern River Valley Woman’s Club presents the

9th Annual Holiday Spectacular

Come and join the fun! Dinner catered by Hodel’s of Bakersfeild Great Door Prizes & Beautiful Themed Christmas Trees Saturday December 6th - Doors open at 4:30pm Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Road, Lake Isabella

Tickets $30 - Call 760-378-3848 or 760-376-1769

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Fresh roast turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing, gravy, yams, cranberry sauce, vegetable, choice of our God B delicious soup or salad, and less You A pumpkin pie made right ll! here at Cheryl’s. $ THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27 12.95

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Ham, Turkey & Prime Rib* Served with Dressing, Candied Yams, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Bean Casserole, Rolls & Butter, Pumpkin Pie for Dessert

$20.95 *All served on one plate (no buffet). Sorry no open menu on Thanksgiving Day

Open 4:30 to 9:00pm

Cocktail Lounge Open Daily @ 4pm Closed Wednesdays

Entertainment Friday & Saturday Nights

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Gobble up one of these vehicles during our Thanksgiving sale! Purchase any automobile listed and receive a $100.00 gas card by mentioning this ad...

02 Chevrolet Malibu 4D sedan Beautiful 4D, Fully Loaded, V6 3.1L, Car Fax/Auto Check Completed. Only $6,295.00

03 Ford Taurus SE (#204399) V6, ps, pw, pdl, ac, compact disc, automatic, brand new tires, only 53,000 miles. Sale Price $7,866.00

3628 Suhre Street Lake Isabella (Next to Crossroads Shell)

760-549-0077 Small Print: All prices plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any deal document preparation charge, and any emission

04 Chevrolet Colorado Extended Cab 4x4 (#171427) 5 cyl, excellent gas miles, low miles. Sale Price $11,995.00

04 Dodge Neon SE (#583528) 4d, 4cyl, excellent condition, great gas mileage. Sale Price $7,895.00

04 Saturn Ion 3 Sedan (#140182) ac, pw, pdl, leather, moon roof, excellent gas mileage. Sale Price: 9,495.00

Kern River Motors Offers Extended Warranties. Special Financing, Motorcycle Products and Parts Including Oil and Filters. Owner: Lisa Stephens Open Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm testing charge. prices and warranty giveaways good through November 30, 2008. Car Fax completed on all vehicles!

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Friday, November 21, 2008 Make sure you advertise in the

“ORIGINAL MARKETPLACE” (760) 376-2860

The Kern River Courier Marketplace ~ Since 2004 ~ Services

For Rent

Jerry’s APPLIANCE SERVICE Washers • Dryers • Refrigerators Stoves • Dishwashers 379-2199

Ray's Painting & Decorating Interior & Exterior Painting Wall Covering Installed and Removed 760-417-9797

Archie Logsdon Carpentry Decks & Remodeling. "Craftsmanship and Attention to Detail." (760) 223-6624 losthills@communitymail.net

POOL/SPA REPAIR SPECIALIST 20+ Years Experience CA. License #647258 (760) 376-4384 / (909) 210-3971 __________________________ Kern Valley Computer Center Now providing computer repair and networking services in the Kern Valley area. Our services are provided honestly and professionally with the most up-todate equipment and serviced methods available anywhere. Please call us at 760-846-4387. David, Robin and Peter are available to assist you in any of your computer and/or networking needs. __________________________ SANTA'S HELPERS Holiday Lighting Service Outdoor Lighting, Icicles, Tree Wraps, Color Netting, Automatic Timers, Setup & Takedown. Call now for a free quote. 310-920-2000

*bounce houses *water slides *sno cones & cotton candy machines *party supplies & more

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DANIEL JIMENEZ Serving Your Handyman Needs Quality w/Pride since 1990 Fences • Lot Clearing • Etc… Free Estimates (760) 376-1271 Chuck Barbee - Still & Video PHOTOGRAPHY Portraits - Family Events Equestrian - Historical Photo Scanning & Restoration Transfers to DVD & CD 760-376-8784

ABRAHAM’S APPLIANCE R EPAIR SERVICE

WASHERS-DRYERS • REFRIGERATORS STOVES • DISHWASHERS • ICEMAKERS ETC.

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For Sale

Homes

1985 Hitchhiker 2 - 5th Wheel 26-1/2 feet. Good condition, new awning, refrig, heater & tires. Located in Wofford Hts. $3,500 OBO. 805-598-1715 __________________________

Cabin For Sale - Cabin on 1/3 acre lot at 102 Hoebeck Bodfish. Cross street of Columbus, fixer upper for $80,000. 661-428-1108 __________________________ Lake Isabella - Nice 2bd/2ba dbl wide Mobile Home w/patio & deck + 2 car carport in quiet 55+ park, $25,000 or financing available. 760-379-2092 __________________________ Beautiful Furnished Park Model on Kern River. 2+1, w/barn-style Tuff shed & charming side yard w/porch. Asking 20K OBO. 818-242-7788 __________________________ HOME WANTED for rent or possible purchase. Preferably Kernville. X-lg garage or workshop needed. Leave message for Tony. 760-376-2733

OBAMA TEE SHIRTS & OBAMA CAPS FOR SALE $12.50 each. Phone Nancy @ 376-6433

1999 JAYCO $3,800.00 Call 379-5005

Onyx Apartment for rent in quiet neighborhood. 2 bd, 1 ba. Close to park & store. $550/mo incls. water & trash.References required (661) 477-7091 __________________________ 2 Bd, 2 Ba Mobile in Reeder Tract. Fenced yard, covered parking, 2 sheds, immediate occupancy. $700/mo. $300 dep. 376-6578 __________________________ 2 Bd Mobilehome in Mt. Mesa. Fully furnished. $650/mo in Park. 661-364-3708 __________________________ Room for Rent - Furnished in mobilehome. $350/mo. 661364-3708 _________________________ Rent to Own - Nice 2bd/2ba dbl wide Mobile Home w/patio & deck + 2 car carport in quiet 55+ park.$595/mo.Includes space rent. + deposit. 760-379-2092 _________________________ Available Dec 1st - Rent/Lease Double Wide M/H. Mt. Mesa 2/2. Central Heat & Air w/appliances. Wofford Heights 2/2. Central Heat w/appl. 3791047 (appointment)

Land For Sale Residential Lot on Aspen Drive in Bodfish. $30,000 OBO, Call (661) 428-1108 __________________________ 40 Acres Flat Nevada Ranchland. 200 mi NE of Reno. Buildable horse property. Walk to river & store @ I-80. $349 down, $349/mo, $29,900 sale price. Owner financing. No qualifying. 775-453-3724 __________________________ One acre in Isabella Highlands w/old trailer & outhouse. Mostly flat w/power at prop line. Xlnt investment or for weekenders. 21K OBO. Possible OWC. 818-242-7788

Explore the Kern Valley ––S h o p p i n g , D i n i n g , L o d g i n g ––

5430 Lake Isabella Blvd. 379-8144 Largest pool table in town!

Lah-De-Dah-Gifts,Collect-ables, Antiques. “If it’s not here, we don’t have it.” Sewing Center for Sewing Needs. 41 Big Blue Rd. Kernville. Call 376-6704.

Specialty Shops

Pets

COCKTAILS AND DANCING

SADIE'S CENT SAVER Discount Grocery Outlet open in Southlake in old Ranchhouse restaurant bldg. New products stocked daily! 8458 Entrada Blvd. 378-4240. Come See Us!

DRESS ME UP 6437 Lake Isabella Blvd. in the Post Office Shopping Center. Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 9-12. 379-8927 Children's Clothing and More

Spaces for Rent SPACES FOR RENT Wofford Heights Mobile/RV Park Great Location! Quiet, mature trees, walk to lake, market, medical, park & theater. Free rent on the 6th month. Call Able 760-3795479. After 3pm & weekends, call Ralph @ 310-387-7136

Wanted to Buy

Steel Buildings

Always buying antiques & collectibles, 19th year in the Kern River Valley, highest prices paid. 1 piece or a house full. Don't give it away at a yard sale! Ghost Town Relics @ Silver City. (760) 379-5146

ALL STEEL BUILDINGS Steel Prices Rising. Buy Now! Factory direct to Site. Can Erect. Cheap Freight. www.scg-grp.com #148 760-462-1820

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Firewood For Sale "FIREWOOD" Camping•Cooking•Home Heat THE FIREWOOD GUY 6400 Lake Isabella Blvd, #C Lake Isabella, 760-379-8087

Announcements BE A HERO TO A CHILD who really needs one! Help out the local U.S. Marine Corp Reserves Toys for Tots drive. There are many ways you can help. You can trust that all your efforts will stay right here in the Kern River Valley! Please stop by 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Mon-Wed., 10am-2pm or call 760-379-5100, 760-3781029 or 661-345-8359

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Cutest ever! TEACUP & TINY TOY Chihuahuas (8-wk-old females, 1 of each.) CKC-reg. Blue fawn w/blue mask, $400; fawn w/blk mask, $300. Pad trained. Shots UTD. Health guarantee. Also available: 2 very nice older female pups, 4 mo., $250. 379-1403

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Voices of Faith

Best thing is to look forward Clarence Semonious Pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship

Channel 822 on my television is XM radio, playing Christmas music. Each year I look forward to the Natal Celebration of Jesus with increasing eagerness from mid-June. As a child, that anticipation so overtook me that I would make myself sick each year at this season. I learned to avoid placing my trust in my own emotions. Think for a minute about the things or events that trigger intense eagerness in you. During those times when a daily employment schedule was part of my Semonious life, I anticipated vacation. Over the years, changing economics, schooling, and health, among other situations, have all, at one time or another, caused periods of unemployment. During these times the eagerness focused on getting a job, warehouseman, taxi driver, and airplane washer were a few of the job titles. But no job or no lack of work were as intense as the joy of remembering the fact that Jesus was born. (I knew as a child that December 25, was probably not his actual birthday.) During a two-week summer camp at which I knew my parents would not be able to visit on Parents’ Day, I happily went about the camping experience. Midway through the first week, I got a letter saying that there had been a change of plans and my parents would, in fact, be able to visit for lunch on Parents’ Day after all. I began to look for-

ward to Saturday. Lunchtime came but my family didn’t. At about 1:30, they arrived, but it took awhile to find me. I had gone into hiding so I could cry. Jesus taught, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Matthew 22:37-39. St. Paul wrote in, 1 Thessalonians 4:9, “…concerning brotherly love you have no need for anyone to write to you, for you yourselves have been taught by God to love one another…” On the one hand “…aspire to live quietly, and to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we instructed you, so that you may live properly before outsiders and be dependent on no one.” 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12. To “…aspire to live quietly, and to mind your own affairs…” can be understood from Ephesians 2:8-10 “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” God created good works for me to do. Listen to the words of the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob after he refused to take a reward for his help, “Fear not, Abram, I am your shield; your reward shall be very great.” Genesis 15:1 The Kern River Courier encourages messages from all churches. E-mail them to office@kernrivercourier.com

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 Living by Faith Evangelist Outreach 6437 Isabella Blvd. (near Post Office) Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 379-8036 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 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

“A person has no religion who

has not slowly and painfully gathered one together, adding to it, shaping it, and one's religion is never complete and final, it seems, but must always be undergoing modification.” – D.H Lawrence

“In the faces of men and women I see God.” – Walt Whitman

Weldon Baptist Church

Pastor/Teacher: Rick Rayls Worship Leader: Darrow Elconin

• Contemporary Music • Solid Bible Teaching • Everyone Welcome • Nursery Available

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

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Bible Trivia by Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Phinehas in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. Who answered the Lord about from where he came, "From walking up and down in it (the earth)"? Moses, Abraham, Satan, Aaron 3. What harlot's household was saved in the Jericho siege by displaying a scarlet thread in the window? Milcah, Rahab,

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Miscellaneous SGI - USA Buddhist Discussion Meetings - call 379-6162 for dates and times. Based on the Lotus Sutra. Salvation Army Mon. 9 am — 1 pm. Service and applications at 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. TSA feeds the hungry lunch Monday through Friday. Assistance is offered to persons or families who are having difficulties paying utility bills, in need of food, clothing, spiritual and other counseling. 760379-5100.

Rachel, Jezebel 4. From Genesis 25, who was the first woman to inquire of the Lord? Eve, Adonijah, Rebekah, Ruth 5. Who is usually listed first in the accounts of Noah's sons? Japheth, Ham, Seth, Shem ANSWERS: 1) Neither; 2) Satan; 3) Rahab; 4) Rebekah; 5) Shem (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

Answers to puzzles on pages 12-13:

Southlake/Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. 378-3780 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 378-4964 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 378-2321 Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. 376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 7:00 a.m. & 9:00 a.m 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 & 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Weldon

20647 Hwy. 178 Weldon 760-378-4964 or 760-951-7700

Churches of the Valley Kernville First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville Sunday Services — 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-6403 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville Sunday School 9 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 417-2014 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. 376-2751 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. 376-6362

Thoughts on religion

Super Crossword answers

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Courier chuckle of the week:

“I went to a restaurant that serves ‘breakfast any time.’ So I ordered French Toast during the Renaissance.” Steven Wright

See Page 11 for answers to puzzles

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Trivia Test ARIES(March 21 to April 19) A project benefits from your organizational skills that get it up and running. Your success leaves a highly favorable impression. Don't be surprised if you get some positive feedback soon. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Spend time on practical matters through the end of the week. Then begin shifting your focus to more-artistic pursuits. Resist being overly self-critical. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Restarting those creative projects you had set aside for a while will help provide a much-needed soothing balance to your hectic life. Besides, it will be like meeting old friends again. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A change in plans could make it tough to keep a commitment. But stay with it. You'll get an A-plus for making the effort to do what's right and not taking running off. LEO(July 23 to August 22) The Lion's enthusiasm for a workplace policy review is admirable. But be sure you know who is really behind the resistance to change before pointing your finger at the wrong person. VIRGO(August 23 to September 22) You can expect to have to do a lot of work through midweek. Devote the rest of the week to checking your holiday plans in case some need to be adjusted to accommodate changes. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Try to avoid signing on the dotted line in the early part of the week.

You need time to study issues that weren't fully explored. Later in the week might be more favorable for decisionmaking. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A new development could snarl travel schedules or other holiday-linked projects. Some flexibility might be called for to deal with the problems before they get too far out of hand. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Relatives seek your advice on a matter you'd rather not be involved in. If so, use that sage Sagittarian tact to decline the "offer," so that no one's feelings are needlessly hurt. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A shift in planning direction might help you speed up your progress toward achieving that long-planned goal. Trusted colleagues are ready to offer some support. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) An unexpected demand for settlement of an old loan could create some pre-holiday anxiety. But you might not really owe it. Check your records before remitting payment. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) It's a good time to get into the social swim and enjoy some well-earned fun and games with those closest to you before you have to resume more serious activities next week. BORN THIS WEEK: Your ability to sense the needs of others makes you a wise counselor for those seeking help with their problems. (c) 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

By Fifi Rodriguez 1. FOOD & DRINK: What is the spice paprika made from? 2. FAMOUS QUOTATIONS: Who once said, "If you ask me anything I don't know, I'm not going to answer." 3. ANATOMY: How many bones is the average human born with? 4. TECHNOLOGY: When did the computer mouse make its first public appearance? 5. MEASUREMENTS: What is the equivalent weight of a stone, a traditional British unit of measurement? Answers:

1. Peppers, ranging from mild to hot 2. Yogi Berra 3. 300. Adults have 206 because some bones fuse together as children grow. 4. 1968, in a computer demonstration 5. 14 pounds

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Living Green

Happy Thanksgiving to all!

Is burning firewood green?

Our next issue, which will be dated Nov. 28, will be our Thanksgiving issue since it will be on the streets Wednesday, Nov. 26. It will be available for pickup at local stores, restautants, motels and other businesses all during Thanksgiving weekend. This means that our advertising deadline for the Nov. 28 Thanksgiving issue is today, Friday Nov. 21. Our office will be closed over the four-day weekend so that we may spend time with our families. We wish everyone in the valley a Happy Thanksgiving. The Courier staff

Richard Rowe Special to the Courier

so burning doesn’t really add carbon if you look at the lifetime cycle of trees. But I was advised to only burn I’m wary of articles that begin wood harvested from sustainable with “experts agree:” (they almost forests. Or plant new trees to more never do). One than replace the ones I burned up. debate with Trees drop carbon-containing experts on every materials (leaves, branches, twigs, side is whether or seeds, etc.) to the forest floor every not burning fireseason, which rot and release CO2 wood (or wood over time. Not all carbon released by pellets) is green. waste organic material is released as I bragged to a CO2 to the atmosphere. A signifivisiting snooty cant amount of carbon becomes Rowe L.A. friend on part of the soil mass (sequestered) how I use no and in new trees as they grow. So, if petroleum products in heating my you burn wood taken from the forhouse in Wofford Heights. She nearest, it may eventually be replaced by ly bit off my growth in the ear. To her, forest (carbon the very idea neutral). of cutting But how long To her, the very idea down one would it take to tree is a of cutting down one tree sequester the felony. And carbon created burning one in burning a is a felony. pollutes and cord of wood or --Richard Rowe gives off cara pallet of pelbon, worsenlets? I dunno; but ing global warming (even if it does a lot shorter if you actively encourhelp warming my house). She age tree planting and restoration of advised that should use electric forest areas. space heaters, since SCE’s nearby Richard Rowe is a retired city hydro plants put out more than planner, living in Wofford Heights. triple the power needed in the Kern He is website administrator of River Valley. She hasn’t seen my KRVR.org for Kern River Valley SCE bills before I put in the pellet Revitalization. He is in charge of a and wood burning stoves. major new event planned for March Another greeny-two-shoes friend 27-30, 2009 – "Living Green in the scoffed at that, claiming that trees KRV." He can be reached at will release their carbon sometime, eworinkrv@mchsi.com.

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Our Valley, Our Earth

Seismic waves are quakes Ron Bolyard Kern River Courier Columnist

The reader is asked to refer to the diagram of a seismometer that was presented last week. The makeup and operation of the geophone appears to be very simple. In reality, it is a very complex and sen- Ron Bolyard sitive instrument that is not rugged enough to handle heavy abuse. So they must be continually calibrated to maintain their accuracy and sensitivity. There are many brands of geophones on the market, but they all operate on the very same principles and design as shown in the diagram. The operation is described in the Fig. 16.5 diagram. The key to understanding the operation is to realize that all the components move, but not the weight that is suspended upon a long natural period spring. This spring is of a very special design and does not contract nor extend during the reception of a seismic wave. As shown, a pencil or ink pen is in contact with the rotating drum and the motion of the entire unit is recorded on a paper strip attached to the drum. The amplitude of the recorded wave is directly proportional in the amount of vertical (and horizontal) movement of the unit. In other

words, the greater the motion of the unit, the larger the amplitude of the ink traced wavelet. The recorded amplitude is also detected by a potentiometer and saved on recording media, such as tape or a hard disk, for later extraction, processing and analysis by special computers. The computers then generate the seismic profiles that were demonstrated in prior articles. Seismometers are designed to detect the most minute of seismic wavelets. Typically, they are routinely capable of receiving signals of varying amplitudes at intervals of 1 millisecond, or .001 second. As mentioned earlier, these instruments are essential in the study of all generated seismic waves including those generated by earthquakes, bomb detonations, etc. They are commonly used (in differing forms) in all walks of industry, the military, space travel, etc. This article concludes our discussion of the usefulness and utility of measuring seismic waves in our world. There are many other applications that I am unaware of, but my goal was to give the reader a little insight into their use from my experience in the oil and gas industry and in the field of geology. 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.

CALENDAR continued from page 3 Lake Isabella Christmas Parade Saturday, Nov. 29 Lake Isabella’s 31st annual Christmas Parade will be held along Lake Isabella Blvd. Saturday, Nov. 29, beginning at 11 a.m. The theme this year is “Teddy Bears on Parade.” There is no entry fee to participate, and parade entry forms can be picked up at the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce office at 6404 “B” Lake Isabella Blvd., or call (760) 379-5236. Sponsor a trophy for $25. ‘Living Green in the KRV’ Working meeting Dec. 6 The Living Green in the KRV festival, coming up in March, will be having its third Working Committee planning session on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Kernville Community Room. Enter off Sierra Way and Kernville Road, next to Kernville Chamber of Commerce. Holiday Spectacular to be held in Lake Isabella Dec. 6 The KRV Woman’s Club will hold their 9th annual Holiday Spectacular on Saturday, Dec. 6 at the Mt. View So. Baptist Church. This event will be called “Christmas in the Mountains.” Doors open at 4:30. The cost is $30. Open to the public. Contact Laura Oreskovich at 376-1769. Community Orchestra to hold holiday concert Dec. 7 The Kern Valley Community Orchestra will be presenting their Christmas Concert, "Christmas Memories," at Kernville Elementary School, 13350 Sierra Way in Kernville, on Sunday, Dec. 7 at 4:00 p.m. The selections to be performed include Ukrainian Bell Carol, Jingle Bells, Trepak, German Carol Festival, White Christmas, Snowflakes, and more. Donations will be accepted at the door and children are free. Refreshments will be served. Parent to Parent Support Group starts Dec. 9 The Parent to Parent Support Group, headed by Family Resource Center Parent Mentor Deborah Madore, is a place for parent to share, inform, and support each other. The purpose of the group is to facilitate peer support, gain understanding, and develop personal resources. Group gives you a place to take a break from the hard job of parenting and feel safe connecting with other parents just like you. The Parent to Parent Support Group begins Tuesday, Dec. 9 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella. Call 379-2556 for information. Mystery holiday craft project for kids at library Dec. 11 Kids of all ages will want to attend the next story time at the Kern River Valley Branch Library because Sharon Kinney of Magic Rabbit Productions will be the special guest. The program will begin at 3:45 on Thursday, Dec. 11 with some great winter and holiday stories. Then, Sharon Kinney will help the kids with a craft project that has never been at the Library before! What is it? Come to the program and see! Kern River Valley branch Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd (760) 549-2083. Los Vaqueros Gymkhana Club games Dec. 13 The Los Vaqueros Gymkhana Club will hold a show at Jake’s Place arena (Sierra Way just south of Kernville Rd.) Spectators welcome. Starts 9 a.m. Rain date Dec. 20. Call 378-2885 for more information. Fans of ‘Twilight’ to gather at library Dec. 13 "Twilight" by Stephanie Meyer is a best-selling book read around the world and a smash hit movie at the box office with both teens and adults. Fans of the Twilight series will be gathering to share their love for these books at a special program hosted by Kern River Valley Branch Library on Saturday, Dec. 13, 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Come dressed as a favorite character and enter the costume contest. There will be Twilight prizes, a drawing for great a Twilight-related item and refreshments. Recommended for ages 13 and up. KRV Library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd, 760-549-2083 Santa to appear in Circle Park Dec. 13, 17 and 20 Santa Claus will appear in Circle Park in Kernville right after the Christmas Parade of Giving on Dec. 13 at 5 p.m., and will appear again Dec. 17 from 4 to 7 p.m. and Dec. 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. Breakfast with Santa Dec. 21 at Senior Center Santa Claus will be at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella on Dec. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon with gifts for the kids.

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POWERS continued from page 1 came inside the little trailer and sat at the table and drank his coffee from an old tin cup. He looked around. ”You got this old trailer fixed up pretty good,” he said. “Maybe I should look in on you folks now and then if the man of the house is going away.” (I had told him I was leaving the next day to go finish my schooling for my teaching credential in Los Angeles.) He finished his coffee and stood up, a compact, mild- mannered feller. He made his goodbyes and went on his way. But we hadn’t seen the last of Ranger Bob. Next week he was back again, checking up on us, I guess. And every week he came by, his grey dappled horse stepping carefully through the brush. Then one day he told us we would have to move on. It was December now, nigh on to Christmas. So we moved the trailer over by the fish hatchery, deep down in the rocks right off the river. A month later there came Ranger Bob again, sittin’ on his grey horse with a sheepish grin on his face. ”I know where there’s this little cabin on Sierra Way,” he said, “and I bet you can get in there pretty reasonable.” So we went over there and rented the small cabin and parked the trailer outside the front door. And stayed there seven years. One time at one of my shows ol’ Ranger Bob came backstage to say hello. I was storytellin’ at a Whiskey Flat Days show. I was put-

ting away my guitar. He was still wearing his cowboy hat and Levi’s and walking like a man who’d rather be sitting atop a horse. Now he was a published writer, telling about the history of this cattle ranch valley. Sue was teaching full time now at Kernville Elementary and I was teaching down below and the kids were in Kern Valley High School now. I told him we had bought a place on the other side of the river near the golf course. We’d be moving soon. During our talk he asked me if I still had that old trailer. I told him I did. I moved it back to the San Fernando Valley and kept it my landlady’s back yard and stayed in it while I went back to school for my master’s degree. Well, the kids are long gone now, one in Studio City, one in Seattle and the other in Las Vegas. Sue’s retired from teaching school and I no longer drive back and forth to Los Angeles. And the other day I went back to the fish hatchery grounds for a special dedication. Not far away was where I used to park the old trailer down by the river. I found myself looking up at the mountain peak newly named after Ranger Bob. Says on the plaque he was a historian and an author. I know what he was to us. A good friend! California Joe is the storyteller persona of Stevenson Phillips, an actor and singer living in Kernville. You may reach him at sscaljoe@aol.com

Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: FULL SPECTRUM PHOTOGRAPHY (2008B7164) Street address of principal place of business: 71 Sirretta Street, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANT: Bradley Alexander, 71 Sirretta Street, Kernville, CA 93238: A, Individual. The date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. 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 (Bus & Prof 14400 et seq. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk's Office. (10/23/2013) A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. FULL SPECTRUM PHOTOGRAPHY. This statement filed on 10/23/2008. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk By M. Rodriguez (34993)Published by the Kern River Courier October 31, November 7, 14 and 21, 2008.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: BUDOSHIN SCHOOL OF DEFENSIVE ARTS (2008-B7279) Street address of principal place of business: 945 Alta Sierra Road, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT: Tonya Pendergrass, 945 Alta Sierra Road, Wofford Heights, CA 93285: A, Individual. The date the business commenced: 11/01/2005. 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 (Bus & Prof 14400 et seq. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk's Office. (10/29/2013) A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. BUDOSHIN SCHOOL OF DEFENSIVE ARTS. This statement filed on 10/29/2008. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk By G. Durward (34993)-Published by the Kern River Courier November 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2008.

Arrest reports A digest of arrest reports from various public safety agencies in the Kern River Valley area

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: PHOTO CRAZY PHOTOGRAPHY (2008B7281) Street address of principal place of business: 945 Alta Sierra Road, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT: Tonya Pendergrass, 945 Alta Sierra Road, Wofford Heights, CA 93285: A, Individual. The date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. 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 (Bus & Prof 14400 et seq. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the County Clerk's Office. (10/29/2013) A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. PHOTO CRAZY PHOTOGRAPHY. This statement filed on 10/29/2008. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk By G. Durward (34993)-Published by the Kern River Courier November 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2008.

Arrest reports were not available from the Sheriff’s Department by press time this week. The reports will be printed in the Kern River Courier when they are received.

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Obituaries Mary Jo (Wilson) Coffman Wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, friend, and Child of God. Born in Shawnee, Okla., Sept. 17, 1918. Went home to her Lord on Nov. 5, 2008 in Lake Isabella. At a very early age, Mary Jo began attending church and gave her life to the Lord. Her life goal was to see every one of her grandchildren in church and was thankful to see it happen. Mary Jo attended University High School in West Los Angeles. During World War II, she worked as a Rosie the Riveter at McDonnell Douglas in Venice, Calif. In 1936 she married Marshal David Coffman in Los Angeles and bore two sons, Joe Calvin Coffman and Marshal David Coffman. She was grandmother to Sherry Andersen, Crystal Musnicky, Deanna Harris and Jeff Coffman; great-grandmother to Nicholas Levitt, Tanner Andersen, Michelle Mosley, Megan Mosley, and Morgan Mosley; greatgreat-grandmother to Acacio Levitt and Triniti Levitt. Mary Jo worked as a grocery store checker and was a member of Union Local #770 until she retired. After retiring she went on a trip to Europe that was the highlight of her life. Mary Jo worked for several grocery store chains including Piggly Wiggly, Alpha Beta and Vons in the San Fernando Valley. In 1977 Mary Jo and Marshal moved to Lake Isabella. While living in Lake Isabella, Mary Jo became involved at the Weldon United Methodist Church through God's Storehouse. We all have our memories of Mary Jo, but we have to agree on one thing – you were forever changed by meeting her. All are invited to attend Mary Jo's memorial service to celebrate her life. It will be held at the Weldon United Methodist Church (20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon) on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 at noon. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to God's Storehouse, PO Box 1209, Weldon, CA 93283.

Florence Schneider Hicks March 25, 1919-Nov. 10, 2008 Flo passed away peacefully in her sleep on Nov. 10, 2008. She was born March 25, 1919 in Northbridge, Mass. She was the second oldest of 11 children. After the passing of her first husband George Gifford Jr., she moved to California in 1963. Flo moved to the Kern Valley in 1970 where she met the love of her life, her companion of 23 years, William Hicks, who survives her. Flo is also survived by two daughters and their husbands, Judy and Ron Benoit, and Carol and Richard Carr; eight grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; brothers Robert Bolivar, Raymond Bolivar, Laury Bolivar and Joseph Bolivar; sisters Estell D’Agostino and Evelyn Ormo; and many nieces and nephews living in Massachusetts. Flo lived life to the fullest, enjoying golf and bowling and bingo with her friends in the Kern Valley. There will be a memorial service on Dec. 6, 2008 at 11 a.m. at St. Jude Catholic Church in Wofford Heights. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer’s Association or Hoffman Hospice. The Neptune Society gave her ashes to her family, who will take them home to Massachusetts to be interred at St. Roch’s Cemetery in the family plot. Her family would like to thank everyone at Kern Valley Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Facility for all the warm loving care they gave her.

Death notices Selma Jessie Geith Selma Jessie Geith, 92, of Bodfish, passed away Nov. 15, 2008 at her residence. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home Society, 6048A Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.

Charles Emory Pinckard Charles Emory Pinckard, 89, of Kernville, passed away on Nov. 18, 2008 at his residence. Burial will be at the Kern River Valley Cemetery in Wofford Heights. Arrangements by Lake Isabella Funeral Home Society, 6048A Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella CA 93240. (760) 379-5006.

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SCE continued from page 1 "There are so many ways we can help people - but we don't know there is a problem unless they contact us. Customers can go to our Web site to learn about our programs and services or to request an extension of their payment date. If customers notify us early on that they're having trouble, it's much easier for us to help arrange a payment plan or direct them toward other resources," Yamauchi said. SCE encourages customers to learn about these money-saving tools: • "High Bill Helper" on the sce.com Web site has bill payment options, financial assistance information, energy efficiency tips, and an online, interactive feature that shows consumers where the biggest

energy hogs are in the home, and how to tame them. http://www.sce.com/Customer Service/highbill-helper/ • Two Programs, California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) and Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA), offer reduced rates for income-qualified customers. http://www.sce.com/Rebatesand Savings/incomequalified/CAREFERA/ • Rate Relief Assistance Programs: SCE offers bill payment assistance of up to $100, once a year, to incomequalified customers through this program. To receive assistance, customers must make a request through a community-based agency. To locate an agency, call SCE at (800) 205-8596 or visit www.sce.com/eaf. Utility payment assistance may also be available

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through the state-funded Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). Call (866) 675-6623 for more information, or to locate a HEAP service provider. • Rebates: Customers can earn "free" money for taking energy-saving steps: The Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling Program pays customers $50 to haul away an old, working, inefficient refrigerator or freezer, which can cost them an extra $300 a year to operate. During the warmer months, the Summer Discount Plan offers up to $200 credit on summer bills for signing up to have the air conditioner compressor cycled off during an energy emergency. http://www.sce.com/Rebatesand Savings/Residential/ • Free Home Energy Survey: A home energy audit tells customers

how they can begin saving on their bills immediately and what simple steps they can take to save even more money. Surveys can be done online, in the home, and over the phone. http ://www. sce. com/survey. Customers are given 19 calendar days to pay their bill and then it is considered past due. If no arrangements have been made and the bill remains unpaid, a reminder notice will be sent out. If the bill still remains unpaid after that, then power may be shut off 45 days past the bill's due date. A deposit may be required in addition to a reconnect fee of $26 to have the power restored. Customers can make payment arrangements by calling (800) 950-2356. – Southern California Edison

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