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Courier Calendar ■ Onyx Farmers Market Daily The Onyx Certified Farmers Market, hosted by the Kern Valley Growers Association, is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through November at 300 Doyle Ranch Road in Onyx.
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Michael Batelaan Courier Sighting Seeking what goes bump in the night will be the focus of the Public Lantern Light Night Tours and Ghost Hunts during the Halloween season.
■ KOA Haunted House October 25 & 26 The KOA in Weldon is hosting a Haunted Campground on Tuesday, Oct. 22 and Friday, Oct. 25. Call 760378-2001.
Halloween gives bats a bad rap
■ Kern Valley Broncs vs. Cal City October 25 Kern Valley High School football, playing Cal City, at Kern Valley on Friday, Oct. 25: JV 4 p.m., varsity 7 p.m.
Janice Mackey, CDFW Courier Special October conjures up some frightening images in our mind -witches circling the sky, goblins walking the streets and bats emerging from caves. In reality, it's a month to celebrate the gorgeous fall weather, and the harvest of many favorite fruits and vegetables. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife reminds residents of another reason to celebrate this time of year - those same bats. They are one of the most misunderstood groups of mammals and, in
■ Ghost town October 25, 26 & 31 GRIT Paranormal will be back at the Silver City Ghost Town. Call 760379-5146. ■ Lakeshore Farmers Market October 26 This market is hosted by the Kern Valley Growers Association from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. The market is at the Lakeshore Lodge, 7466 Wofford Blvd., Wofford Heights. ■ Nuui Cunni Farmers Market Resumes October 26 Tthe Kern River Paiute Council Farmers Market resumes this Saturday and the Kern River Paiute Council Fall
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Public Lantern Light Night Tours and Ghost Hunts of historic and paranormal interest return to the ghost town October 25, 26 and 31, Halloween.
■ Whiskey Flat Fall Festival October 25 - 27 Haunted maze, horsedrawn hay rides, Whiskey Flat encampment, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, music, airsoft target shooting, cowboy re-enactments, vendors, amazing bounce, rock climbing wall, food, old time photo booth, and much more! Admission is $10 for adults with coupon in this issue, $6 for children. Ages 5 and under are free.
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J. Paul Corlew leads a lantern tour this past month at Silver City Ghost Town in Bodfish.
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Over the last 40 plus years the Ghost Town has been the location of dozens of alleged sightings of ghostly apparitions and other paranormal activity by visitors and staff alike. It is called the 6th most haunted site in America by PBS' This Old House online, it was also featured on "Haunted Discoveries", "Extreme Hauntings Live" and "My Ghost Story". During the late 1960's and early 1970's the Dave and Arvilla Mills family began hauling in historic local Kern Valley structures, (many of which were slated for destruction) to the present site in Bodfish. Represented in this composite town are over twenty historic buildings from the min-
ing camps of Keyesville, Whiskey Flat, old Isabella, Claraville, Hot Springs, Miracle, Southfork and other local frontier settlements. Silver City was closed for over 15 years until it was purchased by the Corlew family in 1990 and reopened to the public shortly thereafter. Over the years it had fallen in disrepair and had been "modernized". It is now operated as a museum to the Kern Valley's long and colorful history. Like Bodie Ghost Town in Northern California, Silver City has adopted a policy of "arrested decay." Corlew says, "We want to show how local gold outposts may have looked after See Ghost, page 12
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Drug Take-Back Day Drug Enforcement Admin. Courier Release This Saturday, October 26 is the DEA's National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the site in the Kern River Valley is the Sheriff Substation at 7046 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella. The National Prescription Drug TakeBack Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. This is the opportunity to discard unwanted, unused and expired pre-
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scription drugs from medicine cabinets, bedside tables, and kitchen drawers. According to the 2011 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Survey on Drug Use and Health, twice as many Americans regularly abused prescription drugs than the number of those who regularly used cocaine, hallucinogens, heroin, and inhalants combined. That same study revealed more than 70 percent of people abusing prescription pain relievers got them through friends or relatives, a statistic that includes raiding the family medicine cabinet. nature
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Tarantulas stepping out Michael Batelaan Courier Extra The palm-sized arachnids that have been spotted recently wandering around aren't out to celebrate Halloween. The annual mating cycle of the California tarantula begins in the fall. They are out looking for a date. Tarantulas live in burrows. Females are often found by local gardeners. Males are more often found out walking around. Despite their size not an itsy-bitsy spider, most species native to the U.S. are only mildly poisonous. If frightened they can bite or use barbed and slightly venomous abdominal hairs that can cause mild skin irritation. Each fall, mature males go out in search of females for one last dance. They search out a burrow marked by a female with a silk welcome mat and dance around the burrow and the female. The females judge the dance by either rejecting the male or mating with him, either of which can result in his death.
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Mike Mencarini says Isabella Lake is doing very well.
Bodfish Bob has no seed money but he has seed recipes! Join in the fun & games on the Courier puzzle pages. Buy, sell & trade in the Courier Marketplace.
kern river water data: Wednesday 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 53,443 acre-feet 2013 Reservoir peak 106,783 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 125 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 151cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) 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. *(5-hr average Kernville)
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Gathering has been rescheduled for Saturday November 9. The Farmers Market is held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market is located at 2600 Highway 155 at the French Gulch Recreation Area. Contact 760-
■ Operation Christmas Child packing party, October 26 Community-wide Shoebox Packing Parties in front of Barnes Bargains; Campfire Market in Wofford Hts; Family Dollar Store;
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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, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers and Hot Rods, Sierra Vista Restaurant, Weldon. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Rd.,760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701
■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella (760) 760-379-5552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272. ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church, 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112
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■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Center, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m. Poker Pool 3p.m., Dinner 5-7 p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 9:30 a.m. (1st Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Barbara,760-378-3672 or Geraldine, 559-359-8953. ■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. Pot Luck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discusion, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella.
■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-3799921. ■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Methodist, 760-379-2556. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3795236. ■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394. ■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle, Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-3138. ■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders VFW, 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178 ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 a.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts.. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312
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■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, public. welcome. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394. ■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise Cove Restaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112. ■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701
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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 Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206. ■ 2 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Hoffmann Hospice 040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010. ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. ■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312. ■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-3797312. ■ 7:30 a.m., Al-Anon, KRV Hospital cafeteria, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312
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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9:30 - 11:30a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760379-2556. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District. Public invited. 760-376-2189.
■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 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. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, Lake Isabella Library. 760-379-2303. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760-379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-376-1462 or 760-379-0673.. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, NA book study, 4030 Perdue, Lake Isabella. ■ 7 p.m. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291. ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.
Bingo Guide
■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.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 submitted to the Courier by the groups listed. Please call the phone numbers provided to check meeting times and location .
Manny's Discount Store; Rite Aid, Sierra Gateway Market in South Lake, Saturday mornings, 9 a.m. to noon and Kernville's Circle Park, all day Sat. and Sun. Please join us in filling shoeboxes with small gift items for needy children living in extreme poverty. Call Irene 760-417-2279 for more information. ■ Keepers of the Kern October 26 Come be a Trash Warrior with Keepers of the Kern on Sat. Oct. 26, at 2 p.m. They will meet at Camp 3 on the river and clean our way up. From the Road to River. Bring gloves, a mask if you choose, trash bags, shovels, rakes, and a bunch of enthusiasm. Water and lunch will be provided, either tailgate or in a camp area. See: keepersofthekern@gmail.com or call 760-376-2963. ■ Veterans of Foreign Wars breakfast October 27 Have breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday at the Kern River Valley VFW Post 7665 Hall, 2811 Nugget Ave. (behind McDonald's), Lake Isabella. For information call 760-379-3877. ■ Free matinee movie October 27 Come for a free movie matinee on Sunday Oct. 27 at 3 p.m. and see "Where the Red Fern Grows 2-The Homecoming" at Kernville Methodist Church on the corner of Big Blue Road and Sirretta Street. Call 760-376-2751. ■ AARP 55 Alive October 29 Driver Safety Program Scheduled (AARP 55 Alive) will be held Oct. 29th, Tuesday (an all day class) from 8 am to 5 pm at the St. Peters Anglican Church in Kernville. To learn more, or to enroll, call instructor Gene Verbeet at 760-417-0579. Fees are $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. ■ Flu vaccines October 29 Flu Vaccine Clinic Tuesday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Public Health Office 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Ste# 151, Lake Isabella. ■ MediYoga for inactive seniors October 29 Helen Miller Lynch CYT will conduct a free lecture on Tuesday Oct. 29 at 1 p.m. at the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center. This is a chairbased Yoga technique. There is limited seating, first come, first served. ■ Toddler story time October 31 The Kern River Valley branch library will have Toddler story time every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. The branch is at 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. Call 760-549-2083 for more information. ■ Toys for Tots November 1 Collection containers will become widely available throughout the Kern River Valley; boxes are for toys, cans are for money. Please understand that all local collections are mandated by the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation to stay in the local area. ■ Kern Valley Broncs vs. Bishop November 1 Kern Valley High football, playing Bishop, on their field. JV 4 p.m. and Varsity 7 p.m. ■ Aglow November 2 Aglow meets at the Lake Isabella Senior Center from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Come and be blessed. Call Barbara Pechy at 760-378-3672 or Geraldine Smith at 559-359-8953. ■ Kern Valley Indian Community Meeting, November 2 The Kern Valley Indian Community quarterly meeting and Thanksgiving Community Dinner will be held on Saturday Nov. 2 at 11 a.m. sharp at the Senior Center Hall, 6405 Lake Isabella Boulevard in Lake Isabella. Dinner will be provided by the Council. Please bring salad or dessert and a raffle item. Bring any gently used household items and clothing to share. Star Party November 2 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club holds a Star Party starting at Sunset at the Fairview Helispot. Contact Rich Burdge at 760-3761291 or 760-376-6290.
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Traffic & Safety STOP Kern Valley traffic statistics for August 2013 Benjamin Starkey, California Highway Patrol Traffic Collisions - 16 DUI Arrests - 13 DUI Collisions - 0 Suspended/Unlicensed Drivers Arrested - 13
Safety tip: Safe Driving Bicycle and pedestrian safety is an important issue that needs to be addressed in the Kern River Valley. Law enforcement has taken note that many people riding bicycles are not obeying the traffic laws. Bicycles are subject to the same laws as vehicles. Prevalent bicycle violations are: not stopping at stop signs, not riding on the correct side of the road, not yielding to other traffic on the road, etc… When bicyclists fail to obey the traffic laws, accidents occur. In the last few months we have seen a rise in traffic accidents involving bicycles. We implore all bicyclists to ride with caution and obey the traffic laws. Pedestrians have also been seen disobeying traffic laws. Using the crosswalks is the safest way to cross the street. Pedestrians should also not cross against red lights. Bicyclists and pedestrians are the most vulnerable people on the roads. They have nothing protecting them from passing vehicles. We ask that all bicyclists and pedestrians obey the traffic laws and keep yourselves safe. Law enforcement officers in the Kern River Valley will help in educating anybody with questions regarding bicycle and pedestrian safety.
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Vaccination clinic scheduled The Kern County Public Health Services Department is announcing the schedule for our annual flu vaccination clinics. These clinics are available for the low cost of only $9 to the general public and will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. "As a new flu season approaches, we encourage everyone six months of age and older receive their flu shot," states Dr. Claudia Jonah, Kern County Health Officer, "and are emphasizing the importance of vaccination for those who are at highest risk." Dr. Jonah adds, "The high risk target groups for flu vaccine include children, those 65 and over, pregnant women, and anyone with an underlying chronic condition that weakens the immune system, such as HIV, asthma or cancer." Planned Flu Vaccine Clinics include: Tuesday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Public Health Office 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Ste# 151, Lake Isabella.
New expanded library hours announced Kern County Library has announced new hours for our local libraries. The Kern River Valley branch in Lake Isabella will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The Kernville branch will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Wofford Heights branch will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays. On Wednesdays, the Bookmobile will be at the Weldon Post Office from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., the Onyx Emporium from noon to 1 p.m., Paul's Place from 2 to 3 p.m. and at Longview from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. On Fridays, the Bookmobile will be at Vons Plaza from 9 to 10 a.m. and at James Station in Southlake from 11 a.m. to noon.
Watch out for persons posing as firemen Just after 3:00 p.m. on October 18, Kern County Fire Department Dispatch received a call about two men wearing blue uniforms with badges requesting entry into homes in the 5300 Block of Fairfax Ave. in Bakersfield, to check the smoke detectors inside a private residence. The resident let the two men in, and allowed the men to inspect the home and then the men left the house. Fire dispatchers received reports that the same two men attempted entry for an "inspection" into another home in the area but, neighbors became suspicious and called 911. The Kern County and Bakersfield City Fire Department Firefighters can be identified by an official fire department identification card with their picture and department contact information and a uniform with official badge. Firefighters will never do unsolicited visits to any private residences and will never ask for money. If someone is attempting entry into your property without permission, immediately dial 911 and do not let them into your home. See Announcements, page 7
REVA
Reva Inc. Responsible Ethical Volunteers for Animals would like to acknowledge and thank the community for the success of our 5th annual fundraiser dinner, dance & auction/raffle
On Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013 REVA, and guests were blessed by the generous sponsorship of Tom Teofilo, owner of The Lodge At Painted Rock, where REVA, Inc.'s 5th annual fundraiser dinner, dance, auction/raffle was held. Elaine Kennedy, owner of Chatterbox wowed the guests with her fine cuisine and pastries. The following were raffle winners for "dinner for two" tickets to the event: Bob & Gertrude Shrode, Cinda Mathis, and Karen Budnick. Alyssa Neill was the raffle winner of the pet bed w/supplies, which was drawn at REVA, Inc.'s Oct. 13 event. According to 13 yrs. old Alyssa Neill, who resides in Arizona and is the daughter of Jamie Neill of Lake Isabella, her career desire is veterinarian medicine. In Arizona she fosters injured pets from The Humane Society, nurses them back to health, and then adopts them out at Petmart or from home. Pictured with Jesse Martinez-President of REVA- presenting pet bed to Alyssa Neill holding her dog, Maisy, Ruby Dodds of Lake Isabella is her Grandmother, who is holding a 2013 REVA calendar. For information about REVA, Inc. (501(c)(3) public charity), to help financially, or to volunteer your talents and expertise to help get REVA's non-profit, low-cost spay & neuter mobile veterinary unit mission operational for The KRV, please, contact: Jesse @ 760-378-3101, and or 760-793-7195. "REVA needs community to succeed," stated Jesse Martinez. See: revapets.org, facebook.com/revacares, and kernfoundation.org.
A special day grandson Josh, handing the ring to the pastor (and didn't fumble looking for it either) as the wedding A week ago I vows were said? The five groomshad one of the men and I all wore black Tux's, brilmore enjoyable liant white shirts with cuff links, difdays of my life. ferent colored ties and Converse My grandson Josh tennis shoes (we did draw the line got married to a at wearing baseball caps!) lovely girl named On rehearsal day after the pracYvonne. What tice a taco truck provided the dinner made this a special Middleworth as all the helpers began to set up the day was my tables, stage and boom boxes. involvement as Best Man. When my wife and I left it was still a I have given away two daughters, long ways from finished. The day of and I have been at the weddings of the wedding was another beautiful our son and five fall day. grandchildren. Everything But until last looked perfect I have never been or asked to be week I have and at the cerethe Best Man. never been or mony there - Middleworth asked to be the were over 300 Best Man. Josh guests. The and I are special bride arrived in friends. He has a psychedelically painted never been just a grandchild. We Volkswagen and as expected, was have fished, hiked, four wheeled in beautiful. my old Suzuki, crawled on my house As Best Man I gave a toast to the roof to fix the coolers, and he helped newlyweds, nobody fainted and it recarpet my front porch. We've came out OK. The ceremony, the moved furniture and have fired setting and the participants made rockets, and spent hours and days the whole day perfect and a beautijust being friends and doing things ful wedding, and the first one in together. I even had the opportunity which I was Best Man. to let him know how much I liked Shortly after the vows and while his choice of girlfriend and future Josh was standing there with a wife Yvonne. dazed look on his happy face, I gave When Josh called and said he him a hug and told him how proud I had asked her to marry him, and was. Then I asked him if tomorrow she had said yes, he asked me to be he could help me fix the cooler on the Best Man. I was touched and my my roof. eyes watered as I told him I would Wofford Heights resident Rod be proud to be that special person. Middleworth, a retired security manager Can you even imagine an old geezer for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the like me standing to the left of my local AARP Driver Safety Program.
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I've heard them called "imponderables," questions such as, "Why are there locks on the doors at Denny's?" (The sign says "Always open.") Schlensker "Why do doctors and lawyers call what they do practice?" "Why is abbreviation such a long word?" "Why are boxing rings square?" "What was the best thing before sliced bread?" "How do they get the deer to cross the highway at those yellow signs?" "How did the fool and his money get together in the first place?" "When they ship Styrofoam, what do they pack it in?" "Why do you park in a driveway but drive on a parkway?" We say, "I don't understand; go figger!" Similarly there are some "imponderables" where God is concerned, too! Why would the almighty Creator of the universe be aware of and love me? Why would such a powerful Being lower Himself to take on the form of one of His creatures? Why would He subject Himself to bitter rejection, brutal torture, excruciating pain and a shameful, humiliating execution on a cross for the sake of people, who were spitting in His face, and had been for centuries … and would continue to do so?! Go figger! Through the prophet Isaiah, God
said, "My thoughts are not your thoughts, Neither are your ways My ways, … For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts. For as the rain and the snow come down from heaven, And do not return there without watering the earth, And making it bear and sprout, And furnishing seed to the sower and bread to the eater; So shall My word be which goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me empty, Without accomplishing what I desire, And without succeeding in the matter for which I sent it." (Isaiah 55:8-11) That "Word" was identified in the first chapter of John's gospel account as Jesus of Nazareth, the God-man, God, Himself, in human flesh. In John chapter three we hear that same incarnate word, Jesus, say, "God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life." Jesus was speaking of Himself, Who was being put forth as a sin-offering for the people of the world and all that's wrong with the world. Why? Because God loved us - you and me. Inconceivable! Unfathomable! But true! And was His Word successful, like God said? You can bet your life on it - your eternal life! Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Lake Isabella.
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■ Father’s Heart Foursquare Church Kernville Elementary School, Kernville. Sunday 9:30 a.m. 760-223-6704 ■ First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m., Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m
Adults: ......................... Mondays 2 to 3 p.m. 6040 D Lake Isabella Blvd. 760.379.4200 hoffmannhospice.org
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A big from Reva Inc. Responsible Ethical Volunteers for Animals For your generous support of our 5th annual fundraiser dinner, dance and auction/raffle oCTOBER 13TH The Lodge at Painted Rock True Value Stores, Inc. Sierra Gateway Markets Dr. Robert McCracken's Dental Offices Thomas Refuse Service L & M Lumber/Ace Hardware Pine Cone Inn Motel Sienna Wellness Institute The Cracked Egg Sierra Valley Mortuary & Funeral Home Isabella Motors Vitaliia's Dance and Fitness Parks Insurance Agency Frances Bowman Darlene's Pet Salon Johnstone's Kern River Motors Denny Rushton, DDS
Sierra Vista Motel The Appliance Store Kern Valley Sun The Chatterbox Café The Mine Shaft Stadium Legends Archie's Hardware Alta Sierra Broadcasting Gator's Garage Big Blue Bear Veris Cellars, Paso Robles & Templeton Ernie's Auto Service Sugar Pine Railroad, Fish Camp The Maxx Excursion, Temecula Maggiora Jewelry Company, Oakland Dawson Chiropractic Clinic
The Furniture Store Kelli Horton Designs, Tehachapi Charlotte Bookman (REVA's mother) Tobin James Cellars, Paso Robles Country Feed Barn, Inyokern R & D Leather Furniture, Bakersfield Critter Sitters Pet Resort Tanning by Keri Vons/Safeway Companies Enchanted Specialty Products Irene Martinson, Operation Christmas Child McDermot Fieldhouse /Sport Center, Lindsay
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■ Family Life Center Foursquare Church 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416 ■ Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 ■ Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m. Lake Isabella/Bodfish ■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. School 9:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. Wed. and Thur. 5:30 p.m. 760-417-0793 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 ■ Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun. 9:00, 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. Services 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30
a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2062 ■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Services 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 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., and 5 p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. 760-379-5819 ■ Salvation Army The local national affiliate Mon. 9 am - 1 pm. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760379-5100. ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. Mountain Mesa ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 2 and 3 p.m. 760-549-3186
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■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ He Cares Fellowship 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 760-379-6935 ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 760-378-4964
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CDFW is now accepting applications for wild pig hunts The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is now accepting applications for four upcoming wild pig hunts at Tejon Ranch in Southern California. The hunts are offered through CDFW's Shared Habitat Alliance for Recreational Enhancement (SHARE) program. Six SHARE access permits will be offered through a random drawing for each hunt. Successful applicants will be allowed to bring a hunting partner. Hunt dates: ■ December 13-15, 2013 (self-guided) ■ January 17-19, 2014 (semi-guided) ■ February 14-16, 2014 (self-guided) ■ March 14-16, 2014 (semi-guided) For the first time, two of the SHARE wild pig hunts will be semi-guided. These group tours span two nights and two and a half days and include California Wild Pig lodging, meals and guides to advise hunters and share techniques for a successful hunt. The other two hunts will be self-guided and will include use of a camping area. Hunters with a valid California hunting license may apply online through CDFW's website. A $10.25 non-refundable application fee (plus any applicable license agent handling fees) will be charged for each hunt choice. Applicants may apply for multiple hunt periods but only once per period. To apply for these hunts please visit dfg.ca.gov/licensing/ols/.
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Isabella is doing very well crawler, hook it in the middle (wacky style) fish it vertically with a "doodling" motion in standing timber. Its near the Upland Game season is now end of October open so get out there and get we are ten some small game for that degrees above Brunswick stew you will want normal, the lake to make when it gets cold. is about a quarThere seems to be plenty of ter of normal quail, rabbits, and squirrels wet year storthis year. Just a reminder for age and yet the fish are biting. you hunters, It appears that positively the lake is not identify what giving up on Isabella is doing very well you are about those that fish and we have at least for now to shoot. it. dodged a very big bullet.. There are no Pastor James some- Mencarini mulligans in this sport. times known as the "Fishing Father" has been doing very well lately. He caught and released seven bass this week tipping the scales totaling right at 40 pounds. Other bass fishermen are reporting similar days of catch and release. I would venture to say that some if not most that drive past the lake and see how low it is mutter under their breath something to the effect of they can't be biting or they're probably going to die or already dead. Fortunately, Isabella is doing very well and we have at least for now dodged a very big bullet. This mini heat wave we are experiencing won't last Bass pro - Pastor James Ranger and the air temp should be on displays a 7lb. 14oz Bass landed on the decline. The lake and its a Sinco® plastic worm while fishing inhabitants are getting ready at Piney Point. for the late fall and early winter cycle. Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Here is a tip on catching Heights resident and avid fisherman. bass in the winter. Take a night Mike Mencarini Courier Columnist
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■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business calls only, 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business calls only, 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only, 760-378-3055
Kern Valley Hospital Emergency Department McCray & Laurel Mountain Mesa 760-379-2681
Recreation information ■ U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646
■ Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.
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Goblins, trolls, magic and more By Sam Struckhoff Picks of the Week “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” (PG-13) — Peter Jackson returns to the Lord of the Rings universe with this prequel based on J.R. TolkienÕs novel of the same name. Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) is recruited to leave his safe little life and go on a dragon-slaying quest with a crew of dwarf warriors. Goblins, trolls, evil magic and more terrifying monsters complicate the trip to the dragonÕs lair. The world is as vibrant and detailed as Jackson can make it, but itÕs not enough to make up for the movieÕs pacing. This is the first installment of a trilogy -- three movies drawn from just one novel. ThereÕs this lagging feeling when youÕre watching Jackson fill you in on every corner of Middle Earth. While still packed with noise and excitement, this first step in the HobbitÕs journey gets things off to a sluggish pace. “Parkland” (PG-13) — In the aftermath of President John F.
Paul Giamatti in "Parkland" Kennedy's assassination, lives were touched in profound and dramatic ways. Any one of the story threads in "Parkland" could fill a whole movie, but the use of so many different characters and settings makes the whole movie feel distracted. Zac Efron plays the young surgical resident who leads an effort to revive the president at Parkland Memorial Hospital. Paul Giamatti plays Abraham Zapruder, a man whose family film becomes the hottest possession in the planet. The movie covers a lot of information, but fails to juggle so many hefty storylines. © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob flesh intact. Brush inside of pumpkin with butter. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place pumpkin in shallow pan. Spoon mixture into pumpkin shell. Bake for 1 hour. Stir sherry and corn into stew. Continue baking for 1/2 hour to 1 hour longer until pumpkin flesh is tender. Carefully remove pumpkin from oven if it is very soft it may split. Bodfish Bob’s Curried Pumpkin Seeds Bodfish Bob’s Beef Stew Baked in a Pumpkin 2 lb. beef stew meat 2 tbsp. oil 1 lg. onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 lg. tomatoes, chopped 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 1 c. dried apricots 3 white potatoes, peeled & diced 3 sweet potatoes, peeled & diced 1 1/2 c. water 2 tbsp. butter, melted 1 med. pumpkin 1/4 c. dry sherry 1 (15 oz.) can corn, drained
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This week I would like to touch on the best way to get a ■ Three months checking and real estate loan, savings statements all pages and what your ■ Two forms of ID to comply lender will need with the Patriot Act Freeman to facilitate that ■ Latest retirement account for clients. statements all pages. I have ■ Two years talked before W2's about how the ■ Two years I have noticed monumental lending tax returns if changes in lending practices environment self employed. and underwriting guidelines. has changed ■ Two latest in the last - Freeman paycheck stubs couple of years. As well as I have DNA, blood noticed monumental changes samples, etc... Just kidding! It in lending practices and seems like it though when you underwriting guidelines with all are doing a loan the banks of the loans that our office really investigate. Even though originates as well as other it can be frustrating with the lenders. extra guidelines and more FHA\VA\Conforming, everypatience is required for sure the thing has changed and is payoff is a great loan at a great changing. More money down is rate in one of the greatest needed, better credit is needed, buyer's markets this nation has and typically escrows are ever seen. taking longer because banks are doing more investigation. However, interest rates are incredibly low! They change daily of course Matt Freeman is a Realtor with and there are many factors that Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-379go into what determines the 5915 or 760-223-0880. His column is rates, but with good credit and not intended to replace legal advice.
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Announcements, Continued from page 3 EMT Academy accepting applications Individuals interested in a career in emergency medical services (EMS) can apply for the next Hall Ambulance EMT Academy starting December 10, 2013. This unique, entry-level program offers paid training while learning to become an EMT with no previous experience. Academy students are full-time employees, and learn everything they need to get started working as an EMT in the Hall Ambulance 911 System. Applications are being accepted now through November 22, 2013. To apply, visit: hallamb.com to start the process. The seven-week program exceeds requirements in state and national EMT program curriculums. Instruction includes classroom lectures, working around hazardous materials, and treatment of illnesses and injuries. Considerable time is dedicated to hands-on practice of skills, emergency vehicle operations and move into the field for an additional six weeks practicewith another EMT. Minimum qualifications to apply for the Hall EMT Academy include: 21 years of age or above, high school diploma/GED, valid Class C California Driver License, good vision, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, willing to work all assigned shifts, no felony convictions, and a strong desire for a career in emergency medical services. For more information about the academy contact Hall Ambulance's human resources department at 661-322-8741 during business hours.
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Medicare Part D prescription choices Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist In the past few weeks we have received over 800 requests to research client's prescription drug plans for 2014. With this now underThal way, I have drawn some conclusions worth noting. Conclusion #1, many people on Medicare will be very upset come late December and then again in January. I guess the good news is, most will NOT be my clients, as I have notified all that they need to provide me with a list of their medications so I can check out if their current plan remains the best option. There are more plans available in 2014 than we had last year. The monthly premium is increasing about five percent, but this statistic is very misleading. People enrolled in the two most popular plans in 2013 will experience an almost 50 percent premium increase in 2014. Coupled with an increase in the cost co-pays at the pharmacies, people will be hurt. My expectation is that many people did not read the Annual Notice of Change mailed to them in September from their current plan. So, in December, when they get their January 2014 bill, it will be too late to make a plan change. Then, come January, they will learn at the pharmacy that the medication they were filling for a $zero co-pay is now costing them in 2014! That's not all. My premise is that the
ANOC is so thick, many Medicare beneficiaries never open it up to read. If you took few if any drugs, so you went for the lowest costing plan in 2013 which was the Humana Walmart Preferred plan, with a 2013 monthly premium of $13.50. In 2014 this plan is being called the Humana Preferred plan at $22.80. However, there is a new plan, called the Humana Walmart Rx plan for $12.60 a month, but if you don't apply for this plan, you will be paying almost double! Another interesting point is the other of the most popular plans; First Health Part D Value Plus will be $41.60 in 2014, up from $24.40 in 2013. Not only are the premiums almost double, the co-pays will be higher. For 2014, premiums will be in a range in California from the Humana Walmart Rx Plan, with a $310 deductible, for $12.60 to a high of $147 per month for the Aetna Medicare Rx Premier with a $zero deductible. Keep in mind, all plans do not cover all drugs, and many have restrictions. One last comment: If you attend a seminar by an insurance company, what do you expect of them to recommend? They may offer two or three plans, but just perhaps none of them is the best value for your needs. If you talk to an insurance agent, are they using all 32 stand alone plans available, or just a few they are licensed to sell? Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106) He is pastpresident of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters. Thal is on the National Assoc. of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, harrythal@aol. com or www.harrythal.com.
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Can you ring a bell? The Salvation Army needs people to collect donations by manning a kettle station.
All funds are tax deductable and stay locally to assist our needy neighbors right here in the Kern River Valley. Bell Ringing starts November 2nd. Call today at 760-379-4606 The valley needs you!
The Salvation Army located at the Community Christian Service Center 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. To donate: Make checks payable to the Salvation Army P.O. Box 2786 Lake Isabella, CA 93240
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Sports Quiz By Chris Richcreek
1. Who was the last Atlanta Brave before Jason Heyward in 2012 to have a season of at least 20 stolen bases and 20 home runs? 2. How old was Babe Ruth when he last led the American League in homers for a season? 3. True or false: Darrell Royal never had a losing season in 20 years as head coach of the University of Texas football team. 4. In 2013, Dirk Nowitzki became the fifth-highest-scoring 7-footer in NBA history. Who was ahead of him on the list? 5. How many Hart trophies (NHL MVP) and Norris trophies (top defenseman) combined did Bobby Orr win during his 12-year NHL career? 6. When was the last time that a Major League Soccer team did not win the U.S. Open Cup?
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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) You enjoy the attention early in the week, but it might be a good idea to opt for some privacy by week's end so that you can have more time to consider an upcoming decision. TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) You unearthed some surprising facts. Now you need to consider how to use them to your advantage. Meanwhile, it might be best to keep what you've learned secret for now. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A comment by a colleague piques your curiosity to know more. Best advice: You'll find people more likely to offer information if you're discreet when making your inquiries. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your energy levels begin to rise by midweek. This allows you to catch up with your heavy workload and still have plenty of getup-and-go to go out on the town this weekend. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You're probably roaring your head off about a perceived slight from a longtime critic. Ignore it. That person might just be trying to goad you into doing something you might later regret. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) The early part of the week is open to spontaneity. Then it's time to settle into your usual routine to get all your tasks done. A personal situation could require more attention from you. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A meeting of the minds
on a workplace project might well develop into something more personal for Librans looking for romance. Aspects are also favorable for platonic relationships. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) A more-positive mood might be difficult to assume in light of a recent problem involving the health of someone special. But by week's end, your emotional barometer should start to rise. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Look for a changed attitude from a former adversary once he or she realizes you have your colleagues' full support. Now you can refocus your energies on that workplace project. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) This time, a difference of opinion might not be resolved in your favor. But be patient. It ultimately could all work out to your advantage, as new information begins to develop. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) A tug of war develops between the artistic Aquarian's creative aspect and his or her practical side. Best advice: Prioritize your schedule so you can give appropriate time to both. PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) You could be entering a career phase awash with job-related demands. But avoid being swamped by the overflow and, instead, keep treading water as you deal with demands one by one. © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
1. Andruw Jones, in 2000. 2. He was 36 when he led the A.L. with 46 home runs in 1931. 3.True. His worst record for a season was 5-5-1. 4. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Wilt Chamberlain, Shaquille O'Neal and Hakeem Olajuwon. 5. Eleven -- three Hart trophies and eight Norris trophies. 6. In 1999, the USL's Rochester Rhinos won.
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YOU WIN! YOUR CHOICE! 2 Mobile Homes to choose from •Single wide 1/bd w/expando room. NICE! $6,500 cash, Spc 37 •Dbl wide w/patio & deck, 2bd 2ba, new carpet & blinds, $10,500 cash, Spc 30, NICE! Paradise Mobile Home Estates 2410 Ronita Lane, Lake Isabella 55 & over park. Drive by, call (760) 379-2092 to show ___________________________ Kernville - 2+bd/1ba singlewide, w/enclosed porch in No. Fork TP, 11825 Sierra Way, #3. New: carpet linoleum, roof coating, evap cooler, front porch, ex. paint. Was $12,999 - now $11,999. Call Russ 661-301-6209 ___________________________ Wofford Heights - very nice remodeled 2bd/1ba MH in Sportsman TP, Space #24, with enclosed porch. Inclds water, trash, laundry room & fish house, $7,500. (760) 376-2722 ___________________________
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1993 - 30’ Suncrest Motor Home Immaculate condition, 46,000 org. miles, all appliances in good working order, 5kw generator, awning in great shape, no dents, dings or other cosmetic damage. Priced to sell at $5,800 or will consider trade for 4x4 truck in excellent cond. 760-223-2974
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Misc. For Sale 14’ Utility Trailer Sides come off, spare tire $1,000 obo • 1989 Bayliner Boat Runs great, upholstery needs repair, $2,000 obo
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Yard & Bake Sale Fri/Sat, Nov 1st & 2nd, 7am to? Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon Furniture, collectibles, etc. - too much to list. All proceeds for roof repair
Wofford Heights Sites available in quiet Senior Park, with laundry facilities & fish house. Walk to lake. $250/mo includes water/trash. Call Jody-760-376-2722 ___________________________ RV spaces in Camp Kernville @ 24 Sirretta St. Walking distance to downtown. Private Beach! 760-376-2345
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Kern River Courier Legal Notices ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT COATING (2013- B2787) Street address of business: 317 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box 3250, Bakersfield, CA 93385. REGISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: J.R. Jones, 317 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305, Joe Cain, 317 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305 and Michael Cline, 317 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 05/03/2013. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 09/27/2013. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by E. Del Villar, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: October 4, 11,18 and 25, 2013. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: SUSIE'S TRUCKING SERVICES, (2013 - B5737). Street address of principal place of business: 317 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 3250, Bakersfield, CA 93385. REGISTRANT: Susie Jones, 317 Kentucky Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. 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: Susie Jones. This statement filed on 09/27/2013. Expires 09/27/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: E. Del Villar. Published by the Kern River Courier October 4, 11,18 and 25, 2013. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: THE LAST CHANCE HOUSE, (2013 - B5772). Street address of principal place of business: 124 Cypress, Bakersfield, CA 93304. Mailing address of business: 124 Cypress, Bakersfield, CA 93304. REGISTRANT: Steven Travis, 124 Cypress, Bakersfield, CA 93304. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. 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 busi-
ness name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Steven Travis. This statement filed on 09/30/2013. Expires 09/30/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: E. Del Villar. Published by the Kern River Courier October 11,18, 25 and November 1, 2013. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: M.C. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, (2013 - B5732). Street address of principal place of business: 4812 Canoe Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of business: 4812 Canoe Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Mandy Christine Clark, 4812 Canoe Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Date the business commenced: 10/01/2008. Business is being conducted as an Individual. 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: Mandy Clark. This statement filed on 09/27/2013. Expires 09/27/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier October 18, 25, November 1 and 8, 2013. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: GRACE'S DIPPED DELIGHTS, (2013 - B6027). Street address of principal place of business: 14613 Flower Crest Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Mailing address of business: 14613 Flower Crest Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANT: Hope Kinney, 14613 Flower Crest Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. 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: Hope Kinney. This statement filed on 10/14/2013. Expires 10/14/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier October 25, November 1, 8 and 15, 2013.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: T AND A AUTHORIZED MAC TOOLS DISTRIBUTOR, (2013 B6065). Street address of principal place of business: 3824 Troutdale Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of business: 3824 Troutdale Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. REGISTRANT: Aaron Joshua Guerrero, 3824 Troutdale Court, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. 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: Aaron Joshua Guerrero. This statement filed on 10/16/2013. Expires 10/16/2018. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier October 25, November 1, 8 and 15, 2013.
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40’ Trailer for rent - 2bd, huge fenced yd, pet ok, a/c, stove, new refrig, shower, bathtub, $350/mo. (760) 379-5669 or (760) 2233260 __________________________________ Lake Isabella - 55+ Community, refurbished 2bd/2ba dble wide w/patio. $597/mo + sec. deposit. (760) 964-2514 __________________________________
So. Lake - Look No further! Priced right, clean 3bd/ 2ba modular home, lg rms, fncd yd, near lake, w/d hookup, Sec 8 ok, For info, call 760-417-9082. __________________________________ Lake Isabella - Large 2bd, 1ba duplex, 2916 Fulop,Apt B.Very clean, water/trash pd. Near stores & school. $675/mo + dep. 760-223-3476 or 760-379-1195 __________________________________ Weldon off Hwy 178 - 1bd, 1ba house w/walk-in closet, laundry room, large yard, ALL NEW INTERIOR. Water/trash paid, $500/mo + $500 dep. Great neighbors in quiet location. Available immediately. Call Mike @ (949) 246-7731 ___________________________________
Wofford Heights - 2bd/1ba, w/deck, detached garage with shop equipped for cottage business. $750/mo. 760223-0544 __________________________________ Lake Isabella Reeder Tract - 2bd 1ba single wide MH, fenced yd, trash included, w/d hook ups, $525/mo. Call 760-3798670. __________________________________ Wofford Heights - 3bd/2ba house w/detached 2 car garage. Paved street close to all. $795/mo. No pets. For app/info-760-376-2436
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Ghost, Continued from page 1 the gold ran out and the miners moved on, we are not trying to make it look brand new." Silver City has also been investigated by dozens of paranormal groups. Many have reportedly captured evidence of poltergeists; Electronic Voice Phenomena, paranormal photographs and some have had physical encounters and also captured anomalous videos. Host Corlew is also founder of GRIT Paranormal whose members will headline on October 26th and Halloween night. GRIT stands for Ghost Research/Rescue Investigation/Interventio n Team. The group was founded "To promote Paranormal research and education, rescue of trapped families and spirits, to carry on investigations and interventions where warranted". On October 25th Other Side Paranormal Investigators from California City, California will be at Silver City. They booked a private paranormal investigation at Silver City Ghost Town in August and left no paranormal stone unturned during their hunt for evidence. O.S.P.'s Dawn McGuire worked with
most of the big paranormal names you see on TV back in the early days of ghost hunting. If you have ever wanted to be part of a ghost hunting investigation or simply want to learn the fascinating history of the Kern River Valley you will love these events. Attendees are welcome to bring cameras and their own ghost hunting gear and join in or they can just observe and enjoy the unique presentations and live investigations. Advance tickets for the lantern tours are available by credit card purchase by telephone, 760-379-5146 prior to event. They will also be on sale at 8 p.m. each night of the events (cash only) at the gate. The tour will be from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. with time afterward for individual exploration of the site and face time with the experts. The cost is only $12 per person (all ages). All proceeds from admissions and these special events are utilized (as they have for over 20 years) for the continuing operating costs, renovation, restoration and museum acquisitions on site. No public funds or tax dollars are utilized to operate Silver City. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Bats, Continued from page 1 fact, perform an important service. "Because bats are nocturnal, fly and have teeth, many people fear them. What the public doesn't realize is that bat populations play a huge role in controlling insects," said CDFW Senior Environmental Scientist Scott Osborn. "Bats have amazing abilities they are the only mammals capable of true flight. Their unique ultrasonic sonar system enables them to navigate and to catch insects in flight in complete darkness. Once people get to know bats, fear gives way to admiration." There are many misconceptions about bats. Many think they are blind, prefer to feast on the blood of prey (animal and human) and attack people. Actually, they see almost as well as us, eat flower nectar and insects (up to 600 mosquitoes in one hour!) and they want nothing more than to be left alone.
330 E. 19th Street Bakersfield Open: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm Call Brittney Today 1-800-691-7818 or 661-616-6663