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In honor of the September 11 anniversary a new flag pole was dedicated at Woodrow Walace Middle School Monday morning. The pole was purchased by the Kern River Valley Exchange Club and the installation was the work of Middle School Teacher Steve Brucker, Rick Gonzales of Piute Pump and Steve’s Concrete. Members of the Sheriff’s Activities League (SAL) raise the flag that had flown over our nations capital. Frances Bowman Kern River Courier
Mike Devich Kern River Courier Mediacom, the valley's only cable provider, filed for a permit with the BLM last week to connect the Kern Valley to Mediacom's facilities in Ridgecrest. The hookup will be by an underground fiber optic cable alongside Highway 178 over Walker Pass. Once the project is done, Mediacom, which has had limited broadband services in the valley, will be able to offer more hookups and faster Internet capability to valley customers. News of the permit filing, which was made on Sept. 2, was reported at the Sept. 7 Revitalization meeting by Richard Rowe, a Kern River Courier columnist. Rowe has been in contact with Mediacom's Vice President of Legal and Public Affairs,
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County Fair ready for opening Kern County Fair Special to the Courier Organizers announced a series of special discounts for fair-goers this year. The fair is once again offering free admission from 3 to 5 p.m. on opening day, Sept. 21, as well as the return of "Kids Daze," giving free admission on both Thursdays to children 12 and under."The Kern County Fair is the largest annual celebration in our area. We want everyone to be able to come out and enjoy it," said Bill Blair, chief executive officer of the Kern County Fair. Kern County Fair will open Wednesday, Sept.
21, starting a 12-day run of free shows, concerts and special attractions. Opening day will feature the annual kick-off parade and ceremonies, a free concert by WAR and two free shows by hypnotist Tina Marie. For starters, visit Calico Corner, where there are kid-friendly exhibits, a circus, craft activities, food and so much more. On Friday, Sept. 23 seniors can enjoy free admission to the Kern County Fair. Those ages 55 or older will be guests of the Kern County Fair the event sponsored by GEMCare, starting at 9 a.m., and continues with free activities and entertainment all day. Parking is also free to seniors
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Lightning sparks 50 wildland fires Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier The Kern County Fire Department responded to multiple vegetation fires started by lightning strikes throughout Saturday night and early Sunday morning. Due to the extent of fire activity caused by the lightning strikes that have occurred since 1:30 a.m. on September 10, when a local emergency proclamation had been ordered for the County of Kern. More than 50 wildland fires are burning and have consumed an estimated 15,000 wild land acres. Three major fires, pose a continuing threat to residential structures. These major fires have been named the Black Fire, Indian Fire and the Comanche Fire. Precautionary evacuation messages were disseminated via ReadyKern for the Keene, Hart Flat, Bear Valley, Golden Hills and Stallion Springs communities. Widespread evacuations and sheltering operations were considered depending on fire activity.
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Cartwright Hays Special Needs Day, September 17 Kern River Fish Hatchery and Friends of the Hatchery will host Cartwright Hays Special Needs Day on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No cost fishing for special needs persons only. Open to all ages. Entertainment, face painting, food, story-telling, games, fish printing, 50/50 Raffle. Kernville Fish Hatchery, 14400 Sierra Way, Kernville. For information call Saul McGarity 760-549.3017 or e-mail mountaingrandpa@mchsi.com Still Life Drawing Workshop, September 17
Regular activities Fridays
■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, Lake Isabella. 760417-2272. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Vets Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0848. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 10 - 11 a.m., Hospice Grief Support Group, 6040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. Open to all. (661) 760-410-1010. ■ 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., AA, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and Lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers and Hot Rods, Senior Center, Sierra Vista Restaurant, 16575 Hwy 178, Weldon. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036. ■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.
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■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Center, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights. ■ 5 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Centennial Groupy, schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m. Poker Pool 3p.m., Dinner 5-7 p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.
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■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, open to the public. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760379-3877. ■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, open to the public. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-3793394. ■ 10 a.m. - Al Anon, 113 Dawson Dr., Wofford Hts. 760-376-6136.
Mondays
■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, Lakeridge Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206. ■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon., Board; 4th Mon., membership), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 760-379-3394. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Community Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-3764461. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. ■ 7 p.m., AA, 113 Dawson Dr., Wofford Hts. 760-376-6136. ■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon, Kern Valley Hospital Cafeteria, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760379-8985.
Tuesdays
■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9:30 - 11a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-376-4249. ■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District. Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella (760) 760-379-1830.
The Kern River Valley Art Association is presenting a still life drawing workshop Sept. 17 with instructor Claire Putney from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All skill levels are welcome, no previous experience necessary. $40 per person, includes workshop supplies. For more information call 661-331-0774 or email claireputney@gmail.com. REVA 3rd Annual Fund Raiser, September 17 REVA's 3rd Annual Fund Raiser Dinner Dance and Auction is being held Saturday, Sept. 17, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The theme is "Cruising at the Beach." It is being held at Family
■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606. ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.
Wednesdays
■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 661-867-1603. ■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579. ■ 9:30 - 11 a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Methodist Church, 760379-2556. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236. ■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-4249. ■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 5:30 p.m., Weight Watchers, Weldon Methodist Church. 760-267-4693. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Room, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086. ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts.
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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 9:30 a.m. (2nd Thu.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Rm. 1, Lake Isabella. 2nd Thurs. For women. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Woman’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, Lake Isabella Library. 760-379-2303. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Colabortive, Veterens Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760-379-3877. ■ 5 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republicans of Kern Valley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3783602. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, Ewing’s restaurant, Kernville. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291. ■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon Kern Valley Hospital, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.
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■ Friday, noon, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa ■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Woman’s Club, Fay Ranch Rd., Weldon ■ Sunday, 1 p.m., Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, Hwy 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information, or meeting times have changed. noted.
Life Center Gymnasium, corner of Sycamore and Oak Streets, Wofford Heights. REVA CO-Operative is a tax-deductible, 501(c)(3) public charity for The Kern River Valley communities. This fund raising event is to raise funds towards the purchase of non-profit mobile veterinary clinic's medical equipment. Most credit cards are accepted. For information, to donate or volunteer call Jesse Martinez at 760-378-3101; or Laura at 760-299-3222. Kern Valley Pride Day September 17 Kern Valley Pride Day 2011 will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17, and is sponsored by the U.S. Forest Service, Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce, California Land Management, Kern River Radio, Kern Valley Sun, The Ice Company and Thomas Refuse Service, Inc. This one-day event will begin at 8 a.m. with the clean-up and end at 11:30 a.m. at the French Gulch Group Campground area, where a barbecue luncheon will be served to all participants. For more information call, Thomas Refuse Service, Inc. at 760-379-2618, ext. 108. Operation Christmas Child Count Down September 17 Operation Christmas Child Count Down is being held Saturday, Sept. 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. The Family Life Center will host a "count-down" training event in preparation for the OCC National Collection Week, Nov. 14-20. Everyone is welcome: individuals, organizations, churches, and businesses. Operation Christmas Child is a unique project organized by Samaritan's Purse that delivers giftfilled shoe boxes to hurting children around the world. The Greater Kern River Valley has been an active participant in this project for many years. For more information call Irene Martinson, 760-417-2279 or the FLC church office at 20 Panorama Dr., Wofford Heights, 760-376-6719. Silver City Ghost Town hosting Lantern Light Ghost Tour, September 17 Silver City Ghost Town in Bodfish will host a Lantern Light Ghost Tour on Saturday, Sept. 17 at 8:30 p.m. The ghost town, which is said to be haunted, will also host Valley Investigators of the Paranormal (VIP) founder Erik Valier and crew. Valier is a veteran paranormal investigator who has appeared on "My Ghost Story" and has conducted dozens of investigations. The funds from the summer lantern tours and paranormal investigations will help fund new roofs for the historic buildings, some of which are in dire need. Tickets for the tour will go on sale at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17. Living Green 2012 Kick-Off meeting, September 18 The Living Green 2012 Kick-Off meeting is Sunday, Sept. 18, at the Kernville Chamber Community Center from 2 to 4 p.m. Contact Richard at 760-333-45461 Shepherd of the Hills holding "Friendship Sunday," September 18 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church is having a "Friendship Sunday" Sunday, Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. The public is invited for this special
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Driving essential for a man Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist From the time I was 10 years old, I knew I wanted to drive. I was told that when I was 16 I could drive and could get a driver’s license. That was 6 years away, and to me then, a lifetime. But still, from that time on Middleworth I counted the days and years until I would be 16 and could drive a car and the freedom it offered. I did have some doubts regarding where I would be driving from and driving to. My 10-yearold self worried that I could get lost trying to go from one place to another. “How,” I said to myself, “will I ever learn to go places without getting confused?” I reasoned to my 10-year-old self, that I could always stop and ask for directions. What I didn't realize was that as I got along in years, as a typical man, I would no longer ask for directions. But as a child I knew I would need help and because service station folks knew all the answers, I figured I could always stop and get directions from them. As a passenger during those years, I started paying attention to where
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service stations were and the distance between them. I also started noticing that some stations were more generous than others. For instance I noted that Standard stations gave out free maps. Over the years I collected many, but I still got lost. I also noticed that Richfield gave out glasses and pictures. So with both of those stations inthe town where I lived, I reasoned that I could get enough information to at least get around the lake. My 10year-old thought processes figured that stations which gave out stuff wouldn't mind giving a 16-year-old directions. Early on, I started noticing how a car started, where gas was put, and how the gear shift worked. My mind was chock full of anything to do with driving. Often, I would lean over the front seat from my spot in the back and would ask my grandpa what he was doing as he pushed on the clutch, the brake and wiggled the gear shift. I had a thousand questions and he had about 900 answers. When I finally hit 16 I learned to drive, got a license, and proceeded to go everywhere and seldom got lost. In fact I did better then than I do now, half a century later! Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program.
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Angelfood distribution will temporarily stop It is with great heaviness of heart that The Salvation Army, Lake Isabella Service Unit reports that Angel Food Ministries will not be holding a September distribution. They are looking forward to future distributions. In the meantime, please be patient. Full refunds for those who have already ordered for September are being processed now, including food stamp refunds. We are all looking to Angelfood Ministries to resume distributions. For over two years The Salvation Army has offered this wonderful food program to residents of the Kern River Valley. The Salvation Army originally brought Angelfood Ministries Food program to our community in an effort to provide nourishing, quality food to everyone at prices far below retail. The hope was that families would be able to provide more food for the table because of the lower cost. The Salvation Army hopes and prays that the higher cost of diesel for transportation and food can be averaged out so that Angelfood Ministries may continue serving communities across America. The corporate office of Angelfood issued this announcement: For
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The band Acoustic River is seen playing at Cheyennes Stage Stop Restaurant this past week. You can find the band featuring Valerie Cassidy, Scott Costa and Donna Bass at the Big Blue Bear Friday nights in Kernville.
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(and richer) than ever after his biopic is released. Rob Lowe reprises his role as Eddie Nero, as does Madeleine Martin as Becca and Natascha McElhone as Karen. Also, Marcy and Stu continue their relationship, even though she is pregnant with ex-husband Charlie’s baby. And don’t think Ben (and his daughter Pearl) are out of the picture: The season opens with Karen, Ben, Becca and Pearl on a crosscountry RV road trip.
Q: One of my all-time favorite comedies is “Will & Grace,” and I especially love Eric McCormack on that show. Can you tell me what he’s got coming up? I’d love to see him in something, whether on the big screen or small. -- David D., via e-mail A: TNT recently announced that Eric would be starring in its new original series “Perception,” about an eccentric neurosciQ: I love Joseph Fiennes entist (Dr. Daniel Pierce, and think he is absolutely played by Eric) who helps superb as Merlin in McCormack solve complex criminal “Camelot.” Will he and the cases. The show also stars Rachael show be back for a second season? Leigh Cook and Kelly Rowan ("The -- Sally T., via e-mail O.C."). The series will be 10 episodes A: I am sorry to report that Starz long and will join the network’s linehas decided not to continue with the up in summer 2012. “Camelot” series, citing production This isn’t Eric’s first foray into difficulties. Starz released this statedrama, by far, as he also starred in ment to somewhat explain its posi“The Andromeda Strain,” “Who Is tion: “Due to significant production Clark Rockefeller?” and “Lonesome challenges, Starz has decided not to Dove,” to name just a few. exercise the option for subsequent seasons of ‘Camelot’ with our producQ: Can you tell when/if “Califortion partners GK-TV, Octagon Films nication” will return for another and Take 5 Productions.” season? -- John D., via e-mail Write to Cindy Elavsky at King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box A: The David Duchovny-starring 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475; or dark comedy will be back for its fifth e-mail her at letters@cindyelavsky. season on Showtime beginning Jan. com. 8. This season will see author Hank © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc. Moody (David) even more popular
PICKS OF THE WEEK “Carlos” (R) -- Venezuelan-born terrorist Ilich Ramirez Sanchez eluded capture for 30 years before being arrested in 1994, and according to the fivehour long thriller/biopic “Carlos,” there wasn’t a dull or irrelevant moment. It’s scary to think that somebody could evade justice for so long, and mesmerizing to see a movie keep up the pace for such a long runEdgar Ramirez time. TV PICK Changing settings, “Adventure Time: My changing times and a steadily Two Favorite People” -- This unfolding character, played by Cartoon Network original series is Edgar Ramirez ("The Bourne a fantastic slice of unique and Ultimatum"), keep things from sag- accessible children's entertainment. ging. The film offers an immersive Creative, colorful and brimming look into the Cold War era of inter- with heart, “Adventure Time” masnational crime and terrorism, all sages the imagination with a fun magnificently framed by one egouniverse of goofy characters and a maniac’s climb to fame. No true loveable heroic duo. The titular cinephile could turn away from this episode for this DVD release sees engaging epic. the characters learning about the complicated impasse of being torn “Good Neighbors” (R) -- In a between two best friends, quite an neighborhood terrorized by a seriadventure for a boy, a silly shapeal killer who takes his victims off shifting dog and a magic unicornthe streets, three neighbors rally like creature who only speaks together for support, only to realize Korean. © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc. that true danger could be sitting at
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the table with them. This Canadian thriller keeps a tight focus on its three main performers with crushing suspense and pitch-black humor. Far from a formulaic whodunit, “Good Neighbors” keeps viewers squirming with crafty writing and layered performances. Things shift from oddly funny to downright gruesome in such a way that may put off some audiences -- but for the brave, there is a serious gem of close-tohome noir.
4 bone-in beef rib eye steaks 1 T ground coffee 1 T kosher salt 2 tsp black pepper 1 tsp chili power 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp sugar Preheat grill to mediumhigh. Brush grill rack with oil. Trim steaks of excess fat and scrape bones of connective tissue. Combine coffee, salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, thyme and sugar for the rub in a small bowl. Apply rub to both sides of steaks. Grill steaks, uncovered, over direct heat to desired doneness (about 4 minutes per side for
2 cans whole kernel corn, drained 1 cup mayonnaise 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped 1/2 cup red onion, chopped 1 bag, Fritos barbecued corn chips, crushed. Mix all ingredients (except corn chips) together. Refrigerate. Just before serving, mix in the corn chips. This recipe is sure to win everyone over at a picnic. Bodfish Bob's Hot Crab Dip 1 lb crab meat 2 8-oz. cream cheese 2 tsp minced garlic 1 stick of butter tabasco (optional) Melt butter in medium size pot, add garlic and saute. Do not let it turn brown. Add cream cheese and combine until smooth. Fold in crab meat. Serve warm with your favorite crackers. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Web at www.bodfishbob.com or write to him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com
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Calendar Continued from page 2 recognition. The church is in Lake Isabella with the three crosses on the hill behind it where Highways 155 and 178 intersect. Kawaiisu Chapter, DAR Barbecue, September 18 George Washington has agreed to tell his story at the annual Constitution Week barbecue sponsored by Kawaiisu Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Everyone in the Valley is invited to come on out to hear the tale of the founding of our country. Jim Wyly will prepare dinner at the Squirrel Valley ranch of Steve and Mary Ellen Spradlin. Profit from this event goes toward the support of American History and Good Citizen Awards and scholarships at Kern Valley High School. Gates will open at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 18, and tickets at $15 are available from Marian DeMars at 760-3764578, Regent Dona Anderson at 760-379-2828 or event chair Donna Bundy at 760-378-2201. Tops crafts supply sale, September 21 The public is invited to a Tops crafts supply sale for Christmas shoe boxes on Sept. 21 at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella from 8 a.m.- noon. Call 760-661-2579 for more information. Kern County Fair opens September 21 The Kern County Fair will open on Wednesday, Sept. 21, starting a 12-day run of free shows, concerts and special attractions. Opening day will feature free admission 3 -
5 p.m., the annual kick-off parade and ceremonies, a free concert by WAR and two free shows by hypnotist Tina Marie. Kern River Valley Woman's Club meeting, September 22 Kern River Valley Woman's Club will hold the first meeting of the 2011-12 term on Thursday, Sept. 22 at the Elks Lodge in Wofford Heights under the direction of President Pat Colbert. The speaker of the day will be Dr. Holly SpohnGross who recently traveled overseas to inoculate children in an effort to eradicate polio from our planet. The Club supports this program as well as high school scholarships, "Pennies for Pines," and many other youth activities. KRVWC is a member of Kern District, California Federation of Women's Clubs, GFWC. Anyone interested in membership is invited to call Gloria Reynolds at 760-376-4174. Kern County Public Worshop discusses short-term vacation rental regulations, September 24 A workshop, conducted by an outside mediator, will be held to discuss short-term vacation rental regulations in the R-1 (Low-Density Residential) District. The public workshop will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Greenhorn Grill, located at 10720 Pine Drive in Wofford Heights. Persons who own or manage a vacation rental, as well as residents who live near a vacation rental are encouraged to attend the workshop and offer their input to assist the Kern County Planning and Community Development Department in formulating options
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and alternatives for the Board of Supervisors consideration. Ladies of the Elks Fall Rummage Sale, September 24 The Ladies of the Elks' Fall Rummage Sale will be held on Saturday, Sept 24. The Lodge room at the Elks' historic building in Wofford Heights will be filled with an assortment of items and all will be reasonably priced for your purchase. The doors open at 8:30 a.m. and everyone is welcome. Profit from this event helps to support the charitable giving of Elks Lodge #2358, 17th Annual Kern River Valley Autumn Nature & Vulture Festival, September 24 The 17th Annual Kern River Valley Autumn Nature & Vulture Festival, offers many special vulture-related activities plus special programs on birding, bird research, Kern River Preserve land preservation and restoration and raptors on Saturday Sept. 24. Free, open to the public, no reservations are needed although donations are accepted to defray costs. Festival Headquarters at AudubonCalifornia's Kern River Preserve, 18747 Highway 178 (Signed entrance on the north side of Hwy. 178 1.1 mile east of Sierra Way, 31 miles west of Hwy. 14, 57 miles east of Hwy. 99 in Bakersfield), Weldon, Kern County, California. Free concert in Riverside Park, September 24 A free concert will be held in Riverside Park Saturday Sept. 24, from noon to 3 p.m. sponsored by Calvary Chapel of Kern River Valley. Starring Dennis Agajanian,
seven-time Inspirational Country Music Musician of the Year and also appearing: "The Porch" band from Calvary Chapel Westbrook and local comedy ventriloquist Lynn Trimble. This free event is open to all. Bring a picnic lunch, a blanket to stretch out on and enjoy "a day in the Son." Astronomy Star Party September 24 Saturday night Sept. 24, at dusk, the Kern River Valley Astonomy Club invites all those interested in seeing planets, seasonal constellations and distant galaxies to jion them for their monthly club field trip to the dark sky observation site. The observation site is located 12 miles north of Kernville (fairview Heliport). Look for the orange cones marking the entrance. Call rich at 760-376-1291 or 760-3766290. KRV Historical Society General Membership Meeting, September 27 The public is invited to hear speaker, Dave Barr, talk about his travels around the world on his Harley Davidson motorcycle. There have only been 70 people who successfully circumnavigated the world since 1912, and Barr is one of them. Hear about his adventures logging more than 80,000 miles on his trek. The meeting will be held at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella and begins at 7 p.m. Free admission. Questions? Call the Kern Valley Museum at 760-276-668. Our hours are Thursday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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According to good friend, before the rains came the Salmon in the lake were making I woke up this a run upstream with several morning at a caught and released. dark 5am, preObviously the upper river and pared to go as a the lake will suffer for a minute hatchery volwhile absorbing this muddy unter stocking water. The river should be cleared the Upper Kern up by Sunday the 18th while the River with 500 lake may take a day or so longer. pounds of I was fortunate to have been homegrown trorequested to pen a magazine artiphy trout. cle about Lake Isabella. The article Mencarini Funny how sunwas accepted and is in the light can change September issue of The California the way we see things. Sportsman Magazine. Should Upon my anyone want arrival at the to obtain a “I knew right away stocking today copy, it's availholding ponds, I able at James was going to be a no-go. ” knew right -- Mike Mencarini Store in away stockKernville. ing today Now that was going to be a no-go. This is the annual hunting seasons are due to the monsoonal rainstorms upon us, I am going to split my up in the higher elevations, thus weekly column between antler, fin causing the Upper Kern River to and feather coverage. I will give it have the consistency and color of my best shot and see how it turns a chocolate - malt. out. Unfortunately water quality and conditions sometimes dictate a Mike Mencarini is a Wofford change in scheduling. Heights resident and a volunteer Needless to say, but I'll say it at the Kern River Fish Hatchery. many way, the planting of the For questions or comments you upper river will happen later in can reach him through the Kern the week and possibly not until River Courier, office@kernriverMonday of next week. courier.com.
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Ten years is a short time Jack Duitsman, Pastor Father’s Heart Foursquare Church, Kernville "Blow the trumpet in Zion, sanctify a fast, call a solemn assembly; gather the people . . . " - Joel 2:15-16a The corridors that linked the airport ticket Duitsman counters with the departure gates seemed to be a mile long - to the five-year old version of me anyway. In those days, my dad traveled a bit for his company, and trips to the airport to send off and welcome home were not unusual. The hunt for a parking space, trek-ing across taxi-filled lanes of traffic, up the escalator in the terminal, and down the forever corridor that finally led to the waiting aircraft were part of the airport mystique. Saying good-bye meant noses pressed against the glass to catch one more fleeting glimpse of dad as he made his way to a seat, and welcoming home meant noses pressed against the glass to catch the first glimpse of dad as he came home. But whoa doctor, what is wrong with this picture? Oh that's right, the metal detectors are missing, as are the long security lines, and the "ticketed passengers only beyond this point" signs. X-ray machines, drug sniffing dogs, random pat down, and the letters TSA were not even thought of yet. Certainly 9/11/01 did not transform our culture all by itself, but the ratcheting up of the process certainly took a quantum leap forward at this point in our nation's history.
While these descriptions are yesterday's news, the end results of life forever changed (in America especially) is felt on a daily basis. While air travel may be the lightning rod by which all other change is typified, the cultural shift that came about as this nation watched iconic symbols of freedom and security topple and burn has been felt in countless spoken and unspoken ways. What occurs to me on this day of remembrance a decade later is that we as a nation have fallen short where our capacity to gain from this particular difficulty is concerned. The heart of the Father in any human distress is to bring about redemptive promise even in the face of overwhelming circumstance, but human response is always critical. The simple passing of time does not in and of itself bring about healing, perspective, ability to forgive, or any other important aspects of walking through serious difficulty. Most of all, a ten year look backward points out a need for spiritual re-birth from which all we are speaking about can flow. Without an embrace of the deep desire of the Father to draw us to Himself through the power of Jesus' work on Calvary's cross, we will forever flounder in the sea of ineptitude in responding to life's hurts. Certainly 9/11/01 will forever be etched in indelible ways, but as life evolves as it always does, lets you and I present ourselves and our experiences to the Father of love in order that His glory might be shown through us. Rather than keeping God at arms length in our moments of reflection, lets draw ever closer to Him in desire that He would be glorified and our hearts would be transformed by His love.
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The lighthouse Clarence Semonious, Pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville
My first college experience was at California Western University, at Point Loma in San Diego, CA. The view was of a spectacular combination of ocean beaches, the entrance to San Diego Harbor and the historic lighthouse itself. It did not take a collage course to understand the reason why the lighthouse was placed exactly where it stood. Beauty did not tell men, "A lighthouse belongs here!" There were dangers in the formation of the coastline, hazardous underwater threats, and a safe entry to the harbor to mark as an assist to navigation. The four gospels, history, letters and prophecy prompt me to compare my youthful, simplistic visions with the efforts of those who began their walk after Jesus' ascension. History has recorded successes and misguided efforts along the way. Jesus' words in a sermon, Matthew 5, 6 and 7, contain an extensive list of things to be believed and things to be done. When I began life in the Kern River Valley, there were questions about what I believed and statements about what I would do. The concerns included that I "be ready in season and out of season," and
that I be visible to the whole community. These were reasonable expectations from 2 Timothy 2:4 and Matthew 5:14, "You are the light of the world. A city set Semonious on a hill cannot be hidden," During the past 14 and one half years, some people have agreed with me - some have disagreed with me. Every person living here or passing through have evoked favorable and unfavorable reactions. My efforts and prayers are that there are people who have done things and or believed things at least in part because I was planted exactly where I stand. Now is an opportunity for you to say, not what is right or wrong, not who is a hero or a goat, but to report, as a traveler noticing a lighthouse. Please, community, tell the editors to turn off the lighthouse, change the light source or that you have changed course because of the lighthouse. Letters, phone calls or e-mails all work, but, "let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven." Matthew 5:16.
Valley places of worship Kernville Father’s Heart Foursquare Church Kernville Elementary School, Kernville Service Sunday 9:30 a.m. (760) 223-6704 First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville Sunday Service — 10:45 a.m.. (760) 376-6403 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Worship Celebration, 9:30 a.m. (760) 376-2751 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville Sunday School 9 a.m., Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 417-2014 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. (760) 376-6362 St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church Services held at Kernville United Methodist Church Sundays 11 a.m.
Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. (760) 376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. (760) 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10 a.m. (760) 376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.
Lake Isabella First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. (760) 379-5615 Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Wed. 6 p.m. (760) 417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. (760) 379-5640 Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. (760) 379-4296 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella (760) 379-8672 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 11 a.m. (760) 379-2343
Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. (760) 379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella Sunday School & Worship 9:30 a.m. (760) 379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Worship Sunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m. Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. (760) 379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. (760) 379-5819
Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (760) 379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. (760) 379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. (760) 379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. (760) 379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal Church) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 4 p.m. (760) 379-6360
Southlake Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. (760) 378-3780 He Cares Fellowship 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake Services Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. (760) 379-6935 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (760) 378-2321 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. (760) 378-4964 Church listings are free. Please contact the Courier office.
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Kern River Motors in Lake Isabella hosted a Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce mixer Monday evening.
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Fair Continued from page 1 until 4 p.m. Tram service from the parking lot to the fair entrance will be available at the parking lot on south P Street. An added bonus for seniors, blood pressure and other health checks will be provided at no charge at the GEMCare booth in the Main Plaza. There will also be informational tables during the morning program on free services available for seniors in Kern County. Monday, Sept. 26 is 'Monday Madness' $3. admission for all visitors 6 years of age or older entering the fair before 9 p.m. (Children ages 5 and under are admitted free throughout the 12day run of the fair.) Special events that day will include a free concert with Grammy-award winners Salt-N-Pepa on the Budweiser Pavilion stage. Another highlight is the free fifth annual "Road to the Fair" Karaoke Contest, with Kern County's finest performing on the Frontier Stage. Wednesday, Sept. 28 is 2-for-1 Wednesday. Come with a friend on Wednesday, Sept. 28, and get two adult admissions for the price of one. Two-for-one admission (two admissions for $8) will be offered until 9 p.m. that evening. Bring a friend to the free concert at the Budweiser Pavilion featuring Gloriana, who was named Top New Vocal Group by the Academy of Country Music last year. The band takes the stage at 8 p.m., but come early to get a good seat. Included free with this year's Kern County Fair admission are twelve nights of free concerts, six stages featuring community entertainment, Kids Calico Corner, petting zoo, Gypsy Time Travelers, blacksmith show, KC's Farm, BMX pro trick team, pig races, Russell Brothers Circus and Turkey Stampede. Community Exhibits, Exhibit Buildings, hobby pavilion, 4-H, FHA, FFA livestock barns and pavilions, photography and fine arts exhibits are also on display. The fair is offering everyday discounts and specials this year with free admission for active military visitors with active military IDs will receive free admittance to the Fair throughout the 12-day run. Free admission for young readers, school children from throughout Kern County can participate in a special reading program to earn free tickets to the fair through KC's Reading Round-Up, sponsored by Health Net, students will receive a free ticket to the Kern County Fair upon completion of 300 minutes of reading for pleasure. To qualify, students must participate through their classrooms. Save by purchasing tickets in advance. Tickets purchased in advance of the Fair are offered at a great discount: Only $6 for adults and $3 for children 6-12. Ride wristbands let fairgoers ride all day. Regularly priced at $30, the discount wristbands offer a big savings at $25. The best value in town even with a full price of admission, plus fairgoers are still getting the best entertainment value in town. Regular admission is $8 for adults and $4 for kids 6-12 years
Fair Concert line up Wednesday September 2 WAR Thursday September 22 Turtles featuring Flo and Eddie Friday September 23 The Doobie Brothers Saturday September 24 Evolution Tribute to Journey Sunday September 25 Restless Heart Monday September 26 Salt-N-Pepa Tuesday September 27 Uncle Kracker Wednesday September 28 Gloriana Thursday September 29 Matthew West Friday September 30 Leon Russell Saturday October 1 Kellie Pickler Sunday October 2 Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Ca of age. Children 5 and under get in free. Seniors 62-plus receive $1. off the regular-price admission throughout the 12-day fair run. With the senior discount, admission is $7. Parking is $5. All advance discount tickets and carnival wristbands are offered online at kerncountyfair.com or at Albertson's stores. .
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Lightning Continued from page 1 The Kern County Fire Department estimated that hundreds of homes in these areas were at risk and administered the process to request assistance under a Fire Management Assistance Grant. Two CAL Fire Type 1 Incident Management Teams are assisting local efforts to fight these fires. The number and distribution of fire activity has created an enormous resource challenge. Additional firefighting resources throughout California have been requested and are en-route for deployment within Kern County. The Kern EOC is currently activated at level 1 status. The potential for additional dry lightning strikes through the weekend caused additional fire activity. For many of these fires, steep terrain, heavy brush, large amounts of fuel, low humidity and erratic wind conditions pose extremely difficult challenges for firefighters. Firefighters will continue to be diligent in fighting these fires. A fire is considered contained when a full line is tied in all around the fire to prevent spread and considered controlled when no hot spots, i.e. logs, stumps, etc; have any heat within them- a completely cold interior. Summary of the fires Comanche Fire: This fire is located in the lower Tejon Canyon. This fire has consumed approximately 25,945 acres, and fire fighters had to contend with 40 mph winds in the area. Knob Fire: This fire is located south of Highway 166 between Interstate 5 and Maricopa. It has consumed approximately 2,710 acres. Wolf Fire: The fire is located near Highway 166 and Old River Road and has consumed approximately 633 acres. Comanche Complex Fire: This complex is made up of four fires: the Comanche Fire, the Knob Fire, the Wolf Fire, and the Harris Fire which consumed 50 acres prior to being included in the Complex. Total Personnel: 1,439. Reed Fire: This fire is located on Highway 155 and Granite Rd. and has consumed approximately 2,000 acres.
North Fire: This fire is located on Round Mountain Road at Gate A. It has consumed approximately 1,500 acres. Blue Fire: Located north of Highway 155 between Blue Mt. Rd. and White River Blvd., this fire has consumed approximately 1,200 acres. No structures were threatened Willows Fire: (18 miles north of Kernville) was contained last Friday night at 5:00 p.m. @ 310 acres. Helicopters continued to shuttle crews over the Kern River to the incident Saturday for mop-up. Hot spots within the interior of the fire line may show up over the next several days and will be suppressed when that is complete, it will be called controlled. 140 people remain on the fire. We thank these men and women for suppressing the fire in this heat and steep, nearly inaccessible terrain. 3 moderate injuries were reported and the firefighters are receiving care. Milano Fire: This fire is located on Breckenridge Road, 12 miles east of Comanche Drive and in the Walker Basin and burned north toward Highway 178 and has consumed approximately 10,000 acres. It caused fire fighters to contend with 60 mph winds in the area. A Federal Type 2 team was assigned to manage this fire, which burned onto the forest. On September 12, 13, and 14, 2011 Caliente Union School District was closed due to the fires. Breckenridge Complex Fire: Starting September 10, 2011 in the early morning hours from a dry lightning storm. The Breckenridge Complex Fire started as three separate fires; the Spring Fire, the Cottonwood Fire, and the Milano Fire. The three fires have now burned together, burning more than 27,400 acres. 926 total personnel were assigned to the Fire. The Cooperating Agencies include CAL FIRE, Kern County Fire Department, Stallion Springs Police Department, Bear Valley Police Department, California Highway Patrol, American Red Cross, CalEMA, So Cal Edison, Tejon Ranch, Department of Water Resources, Kern County Sheriff's Department. For further information please contact 211 or log into our website at www.kerncountyfire.org
Internet Continued from page 1 Thomas Larsen, who told him of the filing. Rowe said, "This is a major step in a long-awaited project that has been promised for years." Rowe added that CalTrans wants to put the fiber optic line at the edge of the 200-foot right-of-way instead of closer to the highway, citing safety of the road crews, rather than closer to the roadway. Rowe said, "We hope to have results from BLM in as little at 60 days. If the trenching along the roadway is approved, it
could take as little as two months to complete." Another project, Digital 395, is coming closer as well. Digital 395 is hoped to improve the digital infrastructure along a 500mile-long corridor from Carson City to Barstow, along Highway 395. Rowe believes that if Mediacom can take advantage of the Digital 395 network, much greater speeds could be offered here in the valley. Digital 395 is expected to be completed in about two years.
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Fire Safe Council receives contribution Fire Safe Council Special to the Courier Southern California Edison provided the Kern River Valley Fire Safe Council with a donation to support their community service and educational efforts to help valley residents understand how to create defensible space and protect their homes. Homeowners are required to create defensible space and addressing the home ignition zone. The Fire Safe Council assists by providing information on how to create defensible space and what to look for in the home ignition zone. The Council can also arrange a community chipper day
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to dispose of the brush and limbs. An additional grant from SCE will allow the Council to expand their educational program. These funds will help publish Living With Fire before next year's Wildfire Awareness Week (May), and provide a great boost to a broader program in the local schools to increase awareness among our younger residents. Fire Safe Council President, Lloyd Smith, is excited about the opportunities for expanding our educational program with the SCE contribution, and making a significant gain on the Council's goal in making the Kern River Valley a fire safe community.
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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) You'll soon have a chance to take a big step up to where you want to be. Check it out first. TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) This week brings a challenge. If you're ready for a change, accept it with confidence. A loved one supports your decision. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A disruption creates a delay in completing your projects. Use this time to pursue a personal matter you were too busy to deal with before. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You still need to be on the alert for any signs of problems that could create serious misunderstandings. A more positive aspect begins to emerge toward the week's end. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) With things slowing down a bit this week, it is a good time to go somewhere for some well-earned pampering. Things liven up around Friday. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Single Virgos are finally getting a break from Venus, who has moved in to make things happen. Attached Virgos see their relationships blossom. LIBRA (Sept.23 to Oct. 22) You've been work-
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Sports Trivia By Chris Richcreek
1. In 2010, pitcher Arthur Rhodes tied a majorleague record with 33 consecutive scoreless appearances. Who also holds the mark? 2. Twice during the 1980s, a relief pitcher won the N.L. Rookie of the Year Award. Name either pitcher. 3. The University of Michigan had retired only five numbers in football entering the 2011 season. Name three of the five. 4. How many seasons of at least 50 wins did the San Antonio Spurs have in the past 20 seasons (1991-92 through 2010-11). 5. Before the 2010-11 season (32 goals), what was the lowest goal total for a season for Washington's Alex Ovechkin? Answers:
1. Mike Myers (2000) and Mark Guthrie (2002). 2. The Dodgers' Steve Howe in 1980 and St. Louis' Todd Worrell in 1986. 3. No. 11 (Wistert brothers: Francis, Albert and Alvin), No. 47 (Bennie Oosterbaan), No. 48 (Gerald Ford), No. 87 (Ron Kramer) and No. 98 (Tom Harmon). 4. Sixteen.
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ing hard to get things done. Take a breather and recheck your next step. You might want to make some changes in view of the news that comes your way. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) The watchword for Scorpios this week is "preparation." Consider sharpening your skills to make the most of the new opportunity you're about to take on. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) There might still be some loose ends that need tucking up if you hope to get that important relationship repaired. A new spurt of activity starts soon. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) It's a good idea to keep the positive momentum going by finding and getting rid of anything that could cause you to stumble. Keep the path ahead clear and open. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) A period of contemplation is advised before you make your next move. Be sure that where you decide to go is the right place for you. A health matter needs attention. PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) That new energy surge that hit you last week continues to send out good vibrations. Try investing a part of it in creating something noteworthy on the job.
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Commercial Wofford Heights - Log cabin located on Wofford Blvd. with 900 sq ft of retail space for rent. Call Marcy @ 760-417-1953 __________________________ OFFICE SPACE 20x16 Kernville $300.00 a month. Corner of Kernville Road & Sierra Way, Kernville Chamber of Commerce Building 760376-2629
Lot/Acres for Sale WOFFORD HEIGHTS 425 Panorama Drive Lot with partial lake view $25,000 Raulie Martinez, 909-200-9518 __________________________ 164 Acres, beautiful view overlooking Walker Basin Valley. Complete w/power & natural spring w/holding tank. $246K. Call Kyle (661) 7175234, Wise Realty, Inc.
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Kernville - Hi-Ho 50+ Mobile Home Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $450/mo + deposit and utilities. 760-376-2671 _________________________ Lake Isabella - 55+ Community, 2bd/2ba double wide w/patio, completely refurbished. $575 mo + security deposit. (760) 964-2514 ________________________ Onyx - 2bd/2ba, den 1,440 sq ft mobile on 1/3 acre, garage, $650/mo + sec. dep. Available 7/1/11. (760) 379-5787 ________________________ Wofford Heights - Neatest Adult Park in the Valley. Huge 2 bd dblwide w/office, $600/mo. Also furnished 1/bd - $385/mo. Senior discounts. Apply @ office - Pinewood Trailer Park, 99________________________ Evans Road Wofford Heights - 2 bd, 2ba house with carport & garage, just refurbished. $750/mo., 760223-0178 ________________________ Wofford Hts.- Very clean, small studio, private ent., bathroom, w/d access. $325/mo inclds utilities & cable. On the lake! (909) 538-1881 ________________________ For Rent Furnished 1 bedroom, TV & Stereo, $350/mo $100 deposit. Option to buy (760) 379-5669
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Services LARRY SCHUPPAN'S Garage Doors & Openers. New Sales & Repairs. Handyman Service. House Painting, Decks, Covers, Masonry, Electrical, Plumbing. (760) 379-1430 or 760417-2806 __________________________ MERCER BOOKKEEPING AND TAX SERVICE In Bodfish - Will Travel! Personal, Business, Corporate (760) 549-0270 / (760) 417-0392 __________________________ LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRIC Quality Work Fair Prices Call Ross (760) 981-3361 License #708148 __________________________ RELIABLE PAINTING Interior/Exterior 36 Yrs/References/Honest Free Estimates (760) 376-4649 __________________________ ART'S ELECTRIC Locally owned - Free Estimates Always on Time! 25 years exp. - Lic. #560220 (760) 223-3648 __________________________ Y OUNG M INDS T UTORING Grades K-12 Language, Arts, Science, Math Call Ms. Jennnel (760) 376-1084
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Announcements 3rd Annual Coming Together at the White Blanket in Onyx. Sat, Oct 1st, 1-8pm. Music & songs from the heart. Pot luck dishes provided. Bring a chair & side dish to share. For info, call Rocky Stone 760-608-2920 or Sharon Brazil 661-273-2715
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Signs of heart valve trouble Paul C. Donohue, M.D. Syndicated columnist DEAR DR. DONOHUE: For the past five years I have known that I have aortic stenosis. I have no symptoms and no restrictions on what I do. My doctor says I need no treatment. I'm happy about that. Will I have a shortened life? I'm 55. --- S.B. ANSWER: "Stenosis" indicates narrowing. The aortic valve closes when the heart pumps blood out and into the aorta and the entire body. Closure of the valve stops blood from leaking back into the heart. Because the valve and its opening have constricted, the heart has to pump harder to empty itself. That strains the heart, and, in time, leads to heart failure. Stenosis is relative. Its danger and its consequences depend on how narrow are the opening and valve. Doctors can get an accurate picture of the valve's dimensions through an echocardiogram, a sound wave picture of the heart. When the valve and its opening reach a critical size, decisions are made about the best treatment. Often, it's surgery with the installation of an artificial valve.
If a severely narrowed valve goes untreated, three symptoms develop: chest pain on activity (angina), shortness of breath and fainting spells. Death occurs within three or fewer years unless a new valve is put in place. Surgery is usually performed well before these signs make their appearance. You might never need a correction if the narrowing process stops. The booklet on heart-valve disorders gives a comprehensive view on these valves and their treatment. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue, No. 105W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 with the recipient's printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. All Rights Reserved © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.
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It may not be ‘junk’ mail Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist
Just because your drug was covered by your plan in 2011 doesn't mean it will be covered in People on Medicare may 2012. Furthermore, the be receiving lots of stuff in medication may have been their mailboxes beginning moved to a higher tier, and this month. Some of it will the cost for the tiers may be the usual sales stuff, have been changed. while other mailings will be The same issue will prevery important. By vail for those people on Federal Law, all the insurMedicare who have a stand ance plans involved in the alone prescription drug Medicare Advantage proplan. The monthly premigram must send annually ums will be changing, Harry Thal to plan participants a docuthough only slightly on a ment called an "Annual Notice of national average level. But the Change" or known in the industry drugs covered will differ, and the as ANOC. co-pays for brand name drugs may ANOC is a document that tells be going up on some plans. you about all the changes in either As you can imagine, reviewing your Medicare HMO or your the thick ANOC is important. The Medicare PPO. size of the publication may scare There are several Medicare people off. Those who are not pruAdvantage HMO plans available in dent may be locked into the plan Kern County, and most are availfor the next year. There is no able here in the Valley. There is only changing plans after Dec. 7. one PPO plan, called Freedom Blue Beginning Jan. 1 through Feb. 15 from Anthem Blue Cross. These there is the annual disenrollment plans don't announce their benefits period where you can drop off the to the general public until Oct. 1, Medicare HMO or Medicare PPO and accept applications Oct. 15. and go back onto Original through Dec. 7. Medicare. You must medically At that time, you are "locked-In" qualify to purchase a Medicare supfor the coming year. (There are a plement; so many people may end few exceptions to lock-in). Within up with larger than expected costs the ANOC will be a listing of the if they don't follow the correct procosts for the various services your cedures. plan and any limitations. These will be different than what you have Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed experienced in the past year. The insurance broker in California federal government has cut what (0621106) and other states. He is a they pay the insurance companies member of the Society of Certified to assume the risk of your healthSenior Advisors and Immediate care, and therefore, benefits are Past-President of the Kern being adjusted. Association of Health Underwriters. As most plans are continuing in Harry is on the National Assoc. of 2012 to remain with no monthly Health Underwriters Medicare premium, you will see an increase Advisory Board. He may be reached in co-pays and possibly deductibles. at 760-376-2100, e-mail Another area to look closely at is harrythal@aol.com or visit him on your current list of medications. the web at www.harrythal.com
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months now, we have incurred rising food and fuel prices and operational costs in the face of declining sales. Nevertheless, we continued to offer food at prices far below the biggest retailers in America and we continued to serve the needy who live in areas that compromised our ability to operate profitably. We have not relied on donations less than 1 percent of our revenue comes from donations and approximately 92 percent of our revenues go directly to our food programs. Over the past several months we have cut overhead to the bone, reduced staff, streamlined operations and slashed management compensation. Our food vendors and trucking contractors have stood by us throughout these trying times and we have sought counsel on how we will move forward. We thank them for their commitment to helping us help those in need. Since 1994 we have helped millions save hundreds of millions in food costs. We are in the process of re-examining our business, of restructuring our operations to focus on ways in which we can continue to help our customers and church partners.
United Methodist’s resume after-school "Sing Out" music program The Kernville United Methodist Church, at the corner of Big Blue Rd. and Sirretta St., will resume their free after-school "Sing Out" music program on Tuesdays, beginning September 20th, from 4 - 5 pm. This program is offered to any children between the ages of 5 and 11 who would like to have fun learning songs, playing simple instruments, doing easy choreography and bringing enjoyment to others. The program offers our children a free opportunity to develop a love for music and skills in rhythm, singing and movement. We encourage kids of all abilities, with a mix of unison and solo performance. Performances are scheduled approximately every month at various community events. Children enrolled in the Hope after-school program may be released to ate early to participate in "Sing Out" without any impact on minimum required hours. Parent assistance is welcome. For more information, please contact Lauren Chaffee at 760.376.2751.
Salvation Army distributes Edison funds The Salvation Army Lake Isabella Service Unit now has Southern California Edison Funds available. The annual SCE, EAF (Energy Assistance Funds) funds have arrived. These funds are available to lower income residents of our community. The qualifying income is 2 times the poverty level. This will allow many residents of our community to receive assistance, Residents needing SCE billing payment assistance are encouraged to go to the Salvation Army office to see if they qualify. You may receive up to $100.00 toward and standard SCE bill and if you are listed with SCE as all electric up to $200.00. Interested residents may bring a complete unpaid bill and proof of household income to The Salvation Army, any Monday or Wednesday between 9 am to 12 noon at The Community Christian Service Center, 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. First come, first served. There are limited funds available. You may call 760-379-4600 to check on availability of funds. The program is open until all funds are expended.
Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Classical Conversations of Bakersfield (2011 - B4780) Street address of principal place of business: 618 Jamaica Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: 618 Jamaica Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309. REGISTRANTS: Robert Smith, 618 Jamaica Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309 and Alison Smith, 618 Jamaica Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309. I - Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 08/09/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Robert Smith. This statement filed on 08/09/2011. Expires 08/09/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier August 26, September 2, 9 and 16, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: The Art & Wine Gallery Cafe (2011 B4928) Street address of principal place of business: 16241 Askin Drive, Pine Mountain Club, CA 93222. Mailing address of business: 1128 Hut Court, Frazier Park, CA 93225. REG-
ISTRANT: Wyatt Underwood, 1128 Hut Court, Frazier Park, CA 93225. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Wyatt Underwood. This statement filed on 08/17/2011. Expires 08/17/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier August 26, September 2, 9 and 16, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Let's Play Rec (2011 - B4929) Street address of principal place of business: 19360 Rinaldi Street, Suite 150, Northridge, CA 91326. Mailing address of business: 19360 Rinaldi Street, Suite 150, Northridge, CA 91326. REGISTRANT: Wyatt Underwood, 19360 Rinaldi Street, Suite 150, Northridge, CA 91326. A Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of
Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Wyatt Underwood. This statement filed on 08/17/2011. Expires 08/17/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. DiPrima. Published by the Kern River Courier August 26, September 2, 9 and 16, 201 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JOHN ALLEN KIRBY aka JOHN A. KIRBY aka JOHN KIRBY S-1501-PB-61152 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of JOHN ALLEN KIRBY aka JOHN A. KIRBY aka JOHN KIRBY. A PETITION for Probate has been filed by: ELLEN GAIL CHANDLER in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN. THE PETITION for Probate requests that ELLEN GAIL CHANDLER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court
approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on: September 29, 2011 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in section 9100 of the California Probate Code. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in section 1250 of the California Probate Code. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: JAMIE P. GELBER, Atty. 5104 C Lake Isabella Boulevard P.O. Box 2810 Lake Isabella, CA 93240 (760) 379-2604 (Published: Kern River Courier: September 2, 9 and 16, 2011)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Desert Rose Estates (2011 – B4920) Street address of principal place of business: 1585 20th Street West, Rosamond, CA 93560. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 1337, Moorpark, CA 93030-1337. REGISTRANT: KLMN Properties #1, LLC, 13297 Red Bird Court, Moorpark, CA 93021. D – Limited Liability Company. Date the business commenced: 12/01/2006. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Kevin Jenkins, President. This statement filed on 08/16/2011. Expires 08/16/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. DiPrima. Published by the Kern River Courier September 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: The Stepping Stone (2011 – B4711) Street address of principal place of business: 11307 Mezzadro Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address of business: 11307 Mezzadro Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312.
REGISTRANT: Kelly Guenther, 11307 Mezzadro Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Kelly Guenther. This statement filed on 08/05/2011. Expires 08/05/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By G. DiPrima. Published by the Kern River Courier September 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Yard Tek (2011 – B5087) Street address of principal place of business: 2101 ½ Watson Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address of business: 2101 ½ Watson Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANT: Billy Spier, Jr., 2101 ½ Watson Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County
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Kern River Courier Legal Notices Legals Continued from page 14 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: Billy Spier, Jr. This statement filed on 08/24/2011. Expires 08/24/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. Meza. Published by the Kern River Courier September 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Compassion Keepers (2011 - B4932) Street address of principal place of business: 6101 Herb Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: 6101 Herb Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309. REGISTRANT: Regina Bradley, 6101 Herb Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Regina Bradley. This statement filed on 08/17/2011. Expires 08/17/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. DiPrima. Published by the Kern River Courier September 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Connie's Cuddlies (2011 - B4949) Street address of principal place of business: 12204 Marigold Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 12204 Marigold Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANTS: Matthew McCoy, 12204 Marigold Drive, Bakersfield, CA
93311 and Connie McCoy, 12204 Marigold Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. I - Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Connie McCoy. This statement filed on 08/17/2011. Expires 08/17/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By M. Medina. Published by the Kern River Courier September 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2011. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: CORNERSTONE RECOVERY, (2008-B3661). Street address of business: 2550 East Belle Terrace, #300, Bakersfield, CA 93307; Mailing address of Business; 13061 Rosedale Highway, G PMB 180, Bakersfield, CA 93314; REGISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: James Wray, 4620 Cannon Street, Bakersfield, CA 93314 and Maria Wray, 4620 Cannon Street, Bakersfield, CA 93314; Original FBN Statement Filed on: 05/20/2008. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 09/02/2011. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by M. Rodriguez, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Rainman's Racers Haven Hobbies and Raceway (2011 - B5225). Street address of principal place of business: 7401 White Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of business: 8305 Hillyer Way, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANT: Randy Rains, 8305 Hillyer Way, Bakersfield, CA 93311nes, . A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in
the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Randy Raines. This statement filed on 09/01/2011. Expires 09/01/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Sky Manufacturing (2011 - B5023) Street address of principal place of business: 29850 Greenhorn Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of business: 29850 Greenhorn Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANTS: Fred Wheeler, 29850 Greenhorn Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561 and Bobbi Wheeler, 29850 Greenhorn Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561. I - Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 06/01/2011. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Fred Wheeler. This statement filed on 08/22/2011. Expires 08/22/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. DiPrima. Published by the Kern River Courier September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Cornerstone Recovery (2011 - B5255) DBA#2: Cornerstone Recovery and Investigative Services, Inc. (2011 B5256). Street address of principal place of business: 1401 Washington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Mailing address of business: 13061 Rosedale Highway, G-180, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANT: Cornerstone Recovery and Investigative Services, 1401 Washington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. F - Corporation. Date the business commenced: 06/10/2008. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of
PUBLIC WORKSHOP TO DISCUSS SHORT-TERM VACATION RENTAL REGULATIONS SEPTEMBER 24, 2011 A workshop, conducted by an outside mediator, will be held to discuss short-term vacation rental regulations in the R-1 (Low-Density Residential) and R-2 (Mediumdensity Residential) Districts. The public workshop will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2011 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Greenhorn Grill, located at 10720 Pine Drive in Wofford Heights. The workshop will be conducted by Jack Hardisty, a mediator associated with the Better Business Bureau and a member of the Kern County Bar Association's Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee. The meeting is intended to explore and guide everyone thorough the identification of issues, work on possible options and then try to reach a consensus; specifically, for the R-1 and R-2 zoned Alta Sierra area and other areas of the County zoned R-1 and R-2 where short-term vacation rentals occur. Persons who own or manage a vacation rental, as well as residents who live near a vacation rental are encouraged to attend the workshop and offer their input to assist the Kern County Planning and Community Development Department in formulating options and alternatives for the Board of Supervisors consideration. If you are unable to attend the workshop, but wish to voice your comments, please send written comments to: Scott F. Denney, AICP, Operations Division Chief, Kern County Planning and Community Development Department, 2700 "M" Street, Suite 100, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email at: scottd@co.kern.ca.us.
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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: James W. Wray, III, CEO. This statement filed on 09/02/2011. Expires 09/02/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Sin City Bail Bonds (2011 - B5148) Street address of principal place of business: 1807 Doubleday Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 1807 Doubleday Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANT: Keith Powell, 1807 Doubleday Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93311 . A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Keith F. Powell. This statement filed on 08/29/2011. Expires 08/29/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By G. DiPrima. Published by the Kern River Courier September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: South Valley General Contractors (2011 - B5262). Street address of principal place of business: 7520 Sutters Mill Street, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Mailing address of business: 7520 Sutters Mill Street, Bakersfield, CA 93313. REGISTRANT: South Valley Water Trucks, Inc., 7520 Sutters Mill
Street, Bakersfield, CA 93313, . F Corporation. Date the business commenced: 06/15/2006. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Laura S. Bettis, Secretary. This statement filed on 09/05/2011. Expires 09/05/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Sphere Audio Systems (2011 - B5168) DBA#2: Jae Barnum Consulting (2011 - B5169). Street address of principal place of business: 6778 Cypress Avenue, Rosamond, CA 93560. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 653, Edwards, CA 93523. REGISTRANTS: Daniel Barnum, 6778 Cypress Avenue, Rosamond, CA 93560 and Jae Barnum, 6778 Cypress Avenue, Rosamond, CA 93560. I - Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Daniel Barnum. This statement filed on 08/29/2011. Expires 08/29/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Rodriguez. Published by the Kern River Courier September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Grand Island Dental (2011 - B5386) DBA#2: Grand Island Dentistry (2011 - B5387). Street address of principal
place of business: 11330 Ming Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address of business: 2302 Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. REGISTRANT: Pham & Mehdipour, Inc., 2302 Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306. F - Corporation. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Nguyen Pham, CEO. This statement filed on 09/09/2011. Expires 09/09/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 2011. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Service First Pool Care (2011 B5245). Street address of principal place of business: 1008 Butterfly Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93314. Mailing address of business: 1008 Butterfly Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93314. REGISTRANTS: Dennis Allen, 1008 Butterfly Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93314 and Barbara Allen, 1008 Butterfly Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93314. I Husband and Wife. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Signed: Dennis Allen. This statement filed on 09/02/2011. Expires 09/02/2016. ANN K. BARNETT, AuditorController-County Clerk. By M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 2011.
Public Meeting Announcement The Southern California Edison Company announces a public information meeting to be held for the Upper Kern Basin Fishery Resource Enhancement (Trust Fund). Date: October 17, 2011 Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: U.S. Forest Service District Office 105 Whitney Road Kernville, CA 93238 Purpose: • Summary and status reports of current projects and funding. • Discussion of Trust Fund website: Upper Kern Fishery Management • Question/answer session re: Fund status and potential for funding projects • Discussion topics from the floor • Selection of April 2012 public meeting date Proposals and other materials are on file at these public access loctions for public review: Kern River Valley Branch Library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240 Beale Public Library 701 Truxton Avenue Bakersfield, CA 93301 Hatchery Museum P.O. Box 1908 Kernville, CA 93238
Kern River Ranger District 4875 Ponderosa Drive Lake Isabella, CA 93240 Kern River Ranger District 105 Whitney Road Kernville, CA 93238 http://krvr.org
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Tops open house, September 28 The public is invited to a Tops weight loss group open house Sept. 28. The meeting will be held at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella and begins at 10 a.m. Call 760-661-2579.
Giant Community Yard Sale, October 1 The Havilah Centennial Group is planning a community yard sale to be held at the Havilah Courthouse in Havilah on Saturday, Oct.1 from 7 a.m. until noon. Interested people who would like to participate may call Janet at 760-379-2636 to reserve a space. There is no charge to participate.
Kern River Rock'n'Blues Fest, September 30 - October 1 Blonde Faith, Cold Shot, Left Coast Groovies, Deedra Patrick and the Swamp Katz, Reign, Stronghold, L'il Mike and the Blues Hammers, Joe Walla Band and Bunky Spurling Band are on tap to entertain at this first annual weekend event. The event headquarters will be at Frandy Park, and venues include Kern River Brewing, Sportsman, Ewing's and Kern River Saloon. Registration includes two nights' camping, four wristband events and two vehicle passes for Frandy Park. Contact Kern River Rock'n' Blues, 785 Tucker Rd., Suite G, P.M. Box 327, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Brought to you by Funds For Freedom Inc., www.fundsforfreedominc.com or pick up a complete program at the Kernville Chamber office.
Peddler's Faire, October 1 - 2 The Kern Valley Hospital Foundation will once again partner with the Foursquare Church Family Life Center for the Peddler's Faire on Friday Oct. 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. with lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and dinner from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and on Saturday, Oct. 2, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. and lunch from noon to 2:30 p.m. On Saturday, The Whitman dance team will be showcased at 11:30 a.m. and there will be a fashion show at noon. The Faire will present health services, food, crafts, antiques, hobbies, holiday gifts, children's activities, and drawings/door prizes at the Family Life Center Gymnasium, 20 West Panorama Dr., Wofford Heights. For Faire and booth registration information, call Jeanette RogersErickson at 760-376-4419 or email
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