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Weather Friday high 44° Snow/downpours Friday low 36° Snow showers Saturday high 42° Cloudy with showers Saturday low 36° Mostly cloudy

New Forest Service fire station breaks ground Army Corps and Forest Service Partner for Work Center in Lake Isabella.

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What a wonderful way to brighten someone's day or to give credit for a job well done! Give an extra compliment on National Compliment Day which is observed annually on January 24.

A compliment has a powerful effect. It can instill confidence in a child, or validate someone's hard work.

A compliment not only improves the receiver's mood, but it also says something about the giver. It says you noticed. Whether we notice someone's achievement or their classic style, a compliment can go a long way.

To give a great compliment, first be sincere. People have a way of knowing when we are being fake. If you don't mean it, it's worse than getting a thoughtless birthday gift.

Complimenting character versus a new haircut are different rewards. The first says you respect the person and the other says you noticed.

Sometimes the receiver needs to hear one or the other, or both.

Human beings like to be unique, original.

Strive to compliment what makes a person stand out above the rest. Take the time to reflect on what you admire about the person.

Make sure to compliment someone and use #National ComplimentDay to post on social media.

This day was created in 1998 by Kathy Chamberlin, of Hopkinton, NH and Debby Hoffman, of Concord, NH.

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Philip Desenze, USFS Courier Just in

Community leaders and government partners gathered today to break ground at the site of the new USDA Forest Service Fire Station and temporary Visitor Information Services office.

Representatives from the Sequoia National Forest joined the Army Corps of Engineers, contractor Macro-Z Technology, elected officials, and community leaders to celebrate the beginning of construction.

"Work at this site represents another step forward in the partnership to rehabilitate the Isabella

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Dam, which will ultimately ensure its safe and effective operation for decades to come," said Colonel David Ray, District Engineer for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District.

"While much work lies ahead, taking a pause to

turn shovels today is a small way to mark the significance of what we have already accomplished by working together."

In July, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District awarded a $7.75 million contract to Macro-Z

Technology of Santa Ana for the relocation of the U.S. Forest Service Fire Station and Visitor Information Services office in Lake Isabella. The contract includes relocation and construction of a two-bay garage, administrative and support space, and solar panels to produce eight kilowatts of renewable energy.

Construction is scheduled to be complete by October 2017.

Sequoia National Forest Supervisor Kevin Elliott reflected on the importance of a centrally located fire station to enhance the agency's

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News from Whiskey Flat

Sarsaparilla Sue Courier Sightings

Whiskey Flat Mayor candidate ‘Sarsaparilla Sue’ sent us this story about a day in the life of a candidate with notoriety and fame: Folks, consider yourselfs lucky: It ain't just anyone I let see a glimpse of me and my dear husband Tiny Troy, at home in our humble abode (that means house). Most high falootin' politicians such as myself, don't let them tricky photographers get anywhere 'em, let alone capture their image at home on a Sunday afternoon.

Well, that is just where they found us relaxing and enjoying life after a whirlwind campaign weekend for Whiskey Flat Mayor. Why folks, we went from the Kernville Saloon to

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‘Sarsaparilla Sue’ and ‘Tiny Troy’ (aka: Troy and Susie Seeger) take a needed break, relaxing after a whirlwind Whiskey Flat campaign weekend.

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Sunday School, and no worse for the wear, mind you. We hit the Pizza Barn, then saddled up and rode to Ewings, looking fer South Fork Sass'n Cathy. We heard she might be there with her wagons circled. We never saw hide nor hair

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of her! So, after sluggin' back a delicious Moscow Mule, we headed on down to the Kernville Saloon and yep, thar she was!

Just as I suspected, there sat South Fork Sass'n Cathy and her purty sister Terry, bribin'

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Plan for the week ahead using the Courier Calendar.

Pastor Richey asks the question, Do I matter?

Bodfish Bob’s recipes are foiled and foiled again.

Fun & games begin on the Courier puzzle pages.

Buy, sell & trade in the Courier Marketplace.

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water data: Wednesday, 6 p.m.

Storage, Isabella Reservoir 182,416 acre-feet 2016 Reservoir peak 153,102 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 779 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 302 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal. *(5-hr average Kernville)

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“Sarsaparilla Sue” (aka: Susie Seeger) ■ @ the Golf Course January 21 Spaghetti dinner auction social 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m.

“South Fork Sass’n Cathy” (aka: Catherine Paradise) Watch for Cathy all about the Valley.

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■ @ Cheryl's Diner January 27 Cheryl's Diner 32nd Anniversary fish fry 5 p.m.

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■ Commodities distribution January 23 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon.

Contact Yazid Alawgarey CAPK 661-3365200 X203.

Regular activities Fridays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871.

■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935.

■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.

■ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (3rd Fri.) Valley Caregiver Resource Center caregiver support at CCS, 2731 Nugget Ave. Lake Isabella. 661-821-1626.

Saturdays

■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights.

■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.

■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7 p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ 6:30 p.m. (1st Sat.) KV Rockhound Club, MGM Jewelry & Loan, 6749 Wofford Blvd.,, Wofford Heights.

760-376-3600or www.kernriverrockhoundclub.com.

Sundays

■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome.

2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877.

■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846.

Mondays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-583.

■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella.

■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043.

■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629.

■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Community Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461.

■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082.

■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. Dark July/August.

Tuesdays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group.

760-379-1129.

■ 10 a.m. - noon; 1p.m.- 3 p.m. Kern County ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., L.I. ■ Noon to 2 p.m. No cost craft class, Faith Community Church. Call 760-812-0755.

■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella.

760-376-3138.

■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189.

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-379-5552.

■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272.

■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Wednesdays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762.

■ Hospital town hall meeting January 23 Learn more about your medical options.

Attend a town hall meeting hosted by Tim McGlew, CEO at Kern Valley Healthcare District at 6 p.m. at the Kern Valley Hospital Cafeteria. For more information and to learn about additional town hall meetings in Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights and Kernville, please call Deborah Hess at 760-379-5257 extension 24.

■ KRV Collaborative January 24 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760-3792556 or go to KRVFRC.org for information.

■ Historical Society meeting January 24 Mike Woodward of Sierra Nevada Productions will present the history of Kernville's Whiskey Flats Encampments for the past 14 years. Since this is the 60th Anniversary of Whiskey Flats Days, what better way to kick off the year.

■ Donkey Basketball January 27 Don't miss this year's Donkey Basketball at 6 p.m. at the Southfork gym. This year's battle is the 911 responders vs. KVHS. Get your tickets from any FFA student or at the school

■ 9:30 -11:30a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Hall Lake Isabella. 760-379-5986 or 661-867-2579.

■ 10:00 a.m., T.A.P. Thought and Perception or, Tank Park, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3304.

■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella.

■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236.

■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.

■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella.

■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion and Auxiliary Post 711Veterans/Senior Hall Lake Isabella.

Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella.

■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band.

■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts. 760-223-3050 or 760-379-7312 ■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-9114.

Thursdays

■ 9 a.m. - noon First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 661-868-7300.

■ 8:30 and 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center.

■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella.

■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., LI ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella.

760-376-3138.

■10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time, Lake Isabella Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-549-2083.

■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge.

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.

■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella.

760-379-2556, ext. 601.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760379-3877.

■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462.

■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844.

■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m.

■ 7 p.m. (1st Thurs.) Kern River Rockhound Club.

MGM Jewelry Store, 6749 Wofford Blvd. Wofford Heights. 760-812-1120.

■ 7 p.m. (4th Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome.

■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.

office or at Kern River Hay and Feed.

■ Prayer Breakfast February 2 The community is invited to join in prayer for our community, State and our Nation at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. All are welcome to come and join in prayer. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. Then join in at Tank Park for Prayer in the Park from noon to 1 p.m. Call Bill Blanton at 760-8916942.

■ Library book sale February 6 and 7 The Friends of the Library will be holding book sales once a month on the first Tuesday of each month. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sneak previews on Mondays from 4 to 6 p.m. in the community room at the main library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd.

■ KRVFSC Meeting February 16 The Kern River Valley Fire Safe Council meets in the Supervisor's conference room, at 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Minutes of meeting will be posted to the KRV Fire Safe Council Facebook page.

■ Whiskey Flat Days February 17, 18, 19 and 20 Time to kick up your heels and grab your boots! Its the 60th annual Whiskey Flat Days celebration in Kernville all President’s Day weekend. Vendors, rodeo, carnival, encampment and much more! Don’t miss it!

■ KRV Collaborative February 21 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org ■ Heart Walk 2017 February 25 Register at 7:30 a.m. and walk 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Kern Valley High School track and raise money for your favorite non-profit and for the Hospital. $50 for a team of 4 with one manager or $10 for individual walkers. No pets. Free lunch to all walkers and managers. Additional meals are $5 each. Entry deadline is Feb. 21. Call Deborah Hess at 760-379-5257.

■ Commodities distribution February 27 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon.

Please do not call or contact the church, they are not the organizer. Yazid Alawgarey CAPK 661-336-5200 X203, email yalawgarey@capk.org or see facebook.com/ROTARYKRVFOOD. ■ KRV Collaborative February 28 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information.

■ Prayer Breakfast March 2 The community is invited to join in prayer for our community, the State and our Nation at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. All members of the Kern River Valley community are welcome to come and join them in prayer.

Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. Then join in at Tank Park for Prayer in the Park from noon to 1 p.m. For more information call Bill Blanton at 760-891-6942.

AA Meetings

■ If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Meetings daily; Kernville, Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights. Call Alcoholics Anonymous 760-379-4112.

Bingo Guide

■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

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Breakfasts I have known Rod Middleworth Courier Columnist

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Supervisors enhancing their own security first while deputy positions decline concerning David Kessler KLEA

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Kern Law Enforcement Association is voicing its opposition to the Kern County Board of Supervisors' decision to lock-down this taxpayer-owned facility, making public participation even more challenging. This, on the heels of eliminating the right of citizens to remove issues from the consent agenda at Board meetings, indicates a troubling pattern of isolationism and a lack of transparency.

The Board refused to divulge the cost to taxpayers for the plan to restrict access to the people's Administrative Center, despite Kern County Taxpayers'

Association's request for that information.

KLEA supports security checkpoints in general and where practicable, but with dozens of County-owned facilities, the association questions the priority placed on politicians' offices while law enforcement services to the public are in decline.

"Our law enforcement in Kern County continues to experience deep cuts, while deputies flee to better-paying jurisdictions," stated David Kessler, President of Kern Law Enforcement Association. "In fact, we are currently down 101 deputy positions, deputies that should be protecting the public but are not properly funded.\ Meanwhile, our crime rates are rising in Kern County, due to ill-advised political decisions. And now our politicians decide to add police protection for themselves. Not for the citizens. We know that many people in Kern County are frustrated with their inability to get a deputy to their homes and businesses when needed, as budget cuts deplete our force. Politicians should put the protection of the citizens first and foremost."

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Kern County Fire

Hoist rescue in Kernville At 8:43 Monday morning, the Kern County Fire Department received a call for an adult male that sustained injuries from a fall from a rocky trail in the mountains near Kernville. KCFD Helicopter 408 was placed on standby due to the inaccessibility for a ground ambulance. Firefighters stationed in Kernville, Lake Isabella, and South Lake responded to the Cannell Meadow Trail. They located the patient after hiking approximately 1/4 mile east of the trailhead. Crews evaluated the patient and provided medical care. Injuries were determined to be moderate and Helicopter 408 was used to hoist the patient from the rugged terrain to an awaiting ground Liberty ambulance. The patient was transported to Kern Medical for evaluation.

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Hospital town hall meeting When a medical emergency hits and there's no time to drive down the canyon, Kern Valley Hospital may be your only option. For nearly 50 years we've saved lives for victims of heart attacks, strokes, recreational and other emergencies. Kern Valley Hospital is here to serve you - their Emergency Room is open 24/7.

Learn more about your options. Attend a town hall meeting hosted by Tim McGlew, CEO at Kern Valley Healthcare District. It's happening Monday, January 23 at 6 p.m. at the Kern Valley Hospital Cafeteria.

"Your opinions are important to us - we want to listen to you!" McGlew said.

For more information and to learn about additional town hall meetings in Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights and Kernville, please call Deborah Hess at 760-379-5257 extension 24.

Historical Society meeting Mike Woodward of Sierra Nevada Productions will present the history of Kernville's Whiskey Flats Encampments on January 24 at 7 p.m. Join in a fun tour through Mike's reenacting background and learn what events led Mike and his wife

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I'm always looking for ideas for my column, as I write down an idea sometimes another one comes to mind. I find my memory, my ideas, Middleworth and the whatevers seem to come when I don't have a pencil or paper, so I put the idea to memory. The next time I have a pencil and paper I will write down the idea. However, often times I forgot what I wanted to write down.

Today's ideas keep popping up and so I'll put them to rest by making it today's article.

I like breakfast!! Over the years I've liked cereals, oatmeal, toast and butter (lots of butter). Let me take you down the path of breakfasts I remember and the ones I like. The very first breakfast cereal I remembered was Kellogg's Corn Flakes, and still my favorite. Another favorite was that big box of Post Toasties and the next was Wheaties, (the breakfast of champions). My brother and I would always show our muscles while we were eating those Wheaties. I remember that they had pictures of famous athletes on the boxes front side. From here on breakfast cereals will not be in order cause that's the way I remember them. For instance: Post's Bran Flakes and Shredded Ralston (remember the jingle?) "Shredded Ralston for your breakfast, start your

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day out shining bright, gives you lots of cowboy energy and the flavor is just right. They are delicious and nutritious, bite size and ready to eat.

Take a tip from Tom, go and tell your Mom, Shredded Ralston caint be beat!" Incidentally, Tom was a radio cowboy named Tom Mix. There are lots of other cereals but this one comes to mind all the time and that is Rice Krispies. We would pour it in a bowl, pour on the milk, watch it get soggy, while three leprechauns named 'snap,''crackle' and 'pop' would do their thing. We would sit there entranced as the cereal popped, snapped and crackled.

They are still doing it today!!

I also like hot cereals and some of those were Quaker Oats, with the goofy looking guy with the square hat watching you eat from a round box. An old stand-by was and is Cream of Wheat, mushy with milk, sugar and if you were brave, a dollop of butter. Maypo was a favorite and was accompanied on the radio by a little kid yelling, "I want my Maypo"! (My kids loved it too.)

I really like pancakes and waffles, regardless of the brand. I like soft waffles with lots of butter, as my body screams "no more" I'm being drowned in cholesterol. I'm running out of room but here's a quick rundown on a few others, French toast, scrambled eggs, crisp hash brown potatoes, sweet rolls and doughnuts.

That's it for the column, I'm out of room and my waffles are getting cold!

Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell.

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"Then He who sat on the throne said, "Behold, I make all things new."

And He said to me, "Write, for these words are true and faithful."

Revelation 21:5 Here is a novel thought for a new year: to make all things new isn't the same thing as simply making new things. You see, making things new is a work done in the heart while making new things is a work done by the hand. So, whenever Jesus sits on the throne of a heart he does something nobody else can do: He makes all things new. I say that this is such an amazing thing because He does this without changing or altering something from the outside. It is first and foremost a work of the heart - of love.

Think about this. The majority of this world is painted and colored from the inside. This means that it's deepest; most vibrant, colors are conveyed from the heart to the eye. So, when the heart's affection begins to fade, all of creation begins to pale.

But, when Jesus sits on the throne of your heart, it is He who colors all of creation. He brings the ruby, red roses to the field and the brilliant blue to the morning sky. He doesn't dabble or meddle in making new things.

Rather, He excels at making things new.

Many times we fail to understand just how much a thing's value is

determined by a thought. For example, what is the difference between a cut that comes from the surgeon's scalpel, and one that comes from an assailant's blade? It's a thought. It is the difference between one whose purpose is to help, and another's intention to hurt. I believe this the part of the tremendous change that Jesus makes in this world. It is as the apostle Paul once wrote, a renewing of the mind that totally transforms the way we see things.

There was a time when I viewed the "bad things" that came into my life as the hostile acts of a vengeful God. Too often, I pictured Him tossing thunderbolts from Heaven whenever I dared to step out of line.

But, when Jesus took His rightful place on the throne of my heart I began to see things from a new point of view.

Now I understand that the fires that I often face are there to cleanse me, not consume me. Surprise is now the evidence of my growing patience. Clouds come only to test, and in reality strengthen, my faith.

Poverty just helps to prove my love.

Pain is there to help heal sickness, and one day even death will be sent to carry me safely home to Heaven.

This is just a simple glimpse of the stunning glory that comes to your life when Jesus reigns on the throne of your life and makes all things new.

What are some "things" you pray that Jesus "makes new" in 2017?

Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Jonah in the Old or New Testament or neither?

2. From Luke 3, whose voice was of one crying in the wilderness?

Joseph, John the Baptist, Andrew, Paul 3. How many times did the Israelites march around the walls of Jericho? 1, 2, 7, 13 4. From 2 Chronicles 9:25, Solomon had how many stalls for horses and chariots? 100, 560, 1,180, 4,000 5. Whose eye was Moses referring to in the song, "The apple of his eye"? Own, Lord, Idol, Storm 6. In 1 Kings 17, the ravens brought Elijah bread and ...? Water, Oil, Flesh, Nuts

1) Old; 2) John the Baptist; 3) 13; 4) 4,000; 5) Lord; 6) Flesh

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Ben Richey, Courier Columnist Years ago, Carl Sagan said "the cosmos is all there is or was or ever will be."

To Sagan, God was an unnecessary myth, a way in which mankind Richey coped when we were simpler and less able to plumb the depths of scientific truth. Per Sagan and other like-minded thinkers, we are not the product of some miraculous act of divine creation, but by the unfeeling and indifferent forces of nature. We are simply biological matter subject to natural processes benefitting from time and chance hitting a one in a trillion shot. Life (or more personally, OUR life) is nothing more than a cosmic fluke. We exist for a moment, and then our matter returns to the cosmos, gone and forgotten. As I pondered such claims, I thought "What a cold and empty way of looking at life, the universe, and all there is. How does one find meaning and a sense of worth if we are nothing more than the disposable product of chance?"

The Bible tells a far different story in Genesis 1. It tells us that God purposefully created the heavens, the earth, and everything in them. It tells us that He looked upon creation and said "Let us make man in our image."

And so, in His own image He crafted mankind; male and female. He carved His own love, joy, creativity, and more into His special creation

and then put them into an environment perfectly suited for them. He said "Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it, and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth." He put mankind into His world to tend it, care for it, and fill it.

And He saw that it was "very good."

God was pleased to create mankind, give them relationships, a job, a purpose, and to personally fellowship with them. Even when mankind rebelled against God two chapters later and incurred the consequence of sin, He graciously clothed them and gave them the first promise of a savior. That's a far cry from "cosmic fluke," isn't it?

We've heard we're a product of chance for so long that we struggle with meaning and purpose. A question that haunts many of us is, "If I'm just matter, do I even matter?" We wonder "Does anyone notice me, care for me, or even know who I am?" And the resounding answer of scripture is, "God does!" Matthew 10:30 says God's knowledge of you is so intimate that He even knows the number of hairs on your head. But He doesn't just know you, He loves you. He made you in His image for a purpose; that you might know Him and enjoy Him forever. By sending Christ to make a way for salvation and restore a relationship broken by rebellion, God was saying "My creation, you matter to Me." Ben Richey is the lead pastor of Kernville First Baptist Church.

Valley places of Worship Kernville

■ Kernville First Baptist Church 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m

Wofford Heights

■ Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 ■ Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m.

■ Canyon Hills Kern River Valley 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & Thursday 6 p.m. 760-376-6402 ■ Faith Community North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 10:30 and 11:15 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416

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■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m.

760-379-2904 ■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Sunday school 10:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Garden Community Fellowship 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella.

Sunday 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 760-223-5293 ■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093

■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3810 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.,Tue. Ladies study 10 a.m., Wed. mid-week 5 p.m. 760-379-0004 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella.

Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 ■ Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun. 9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296 Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Salvation Army The local national affiliate Mon. 9 a.m.-1p.m.

6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

760-379-5100.

■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times.

■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella.

■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 7 p.m. Wednesday 760-549-3186

Southlake/Weldon

■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964.

■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m.

760-378-2321

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Health Insurance Matters

Last week and SSI Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist This is the last full week that individuals and families can enroll in a health insurance plan for 2017. Those nonexempt people will be penalized on their tax Thal return this coming and every April for not having health insurance, unless they are in a class that is not required.

Personally, I am bugged by the fact that the penalty isn't high enough. It is not a strong enough incentive for people to take responsibility and get health insurance. This isn't a "selling thing". It is a "responsibility thing.

People get sick and injured all the time.

They crowd the emergency rooms and have no means to pay for their care.

So, we the tax payers, land up paying for them. Now, if they truly can't afford to purchase health insurance, there are programs to either assist in the premiums (tax credits) or there is Medi-Cal. Bottom line is, they should be enrolled in Medi-Cal before it is needed. There are many preventative benefits, and these people are not taking advantage of the prevention, and then have greater expenses once they contract an illness.

This short tirade leads me to my topic today, SSI. SSI provides monthly payments to people who are age 65 or older, completely or partially blind, or considered disabled under Social Security's strict definition of disability.

Social Security pays benefits to people

who aren't able to work due to a medical condition that's expected to last at least one year or result in death. Blind or disabled children of parents with limited income and resources can also be eligible for the program.

Resources include the things you own, although they don't count everything. For instance, they don't count a house you own and live in, and usually don't count your car. They do count income from rental property, bank accounts, cash, stocks, and bonds.

Also, to receive SSI, you must meet other program rules about residency and citizenship. SSI payments are the same amount nationwide. In 2016, the basic monthly SSI payment is $733 for an individual and $1,100 for a couple.

However, the amount you get may be different. It depends on your income and living arrangements.

Many people may qualify for SSI and don't even know it. If as an individual your income is less than $735 per month or as a couple, $1,103 per month and you meet other qualifications, you may be entitled to this additional income benefit from Social Security. Furthermore, if receiving Medicare benefits and SSI, your Medicare Part D prescription plan may be free, and you will receive lower copays for your covered medications. If you receive SSI, there is no deductible, and no donut hole for your prescription plan.

Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106), on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board.

He may be reached at harrythal@aol.com or harrythal.com.

Talking About Real Estate

5 Tips on picking a great agent Matt Freeman Courier Columnist Tip #3 Reputation When thinking about hiring a real estate agent, it is really important to make sure that both Freeman the person and the company that you hire has a good reputation. As touched on in tips #1 and #2, hiring somebody that is both technically proficient and knowledgeable is extremely important. However, despite other factors working in the agent's favor, reputation is also very important.

For example, hiring an agent that seems like a good fit, that promises the world, and is seemingly proficient but who constantly misses deadlines and is seemingly inept when it comes to important paperwork would expose a seller or buyer to not only a bunch of frustration but also potential legal liability. Or say an agent is hired that has previous license suspensions and disciplinary actions for fraud and misrepresentation. That person, whether or not they are continuing in their activities got disciplined and poses a risk due to previous instances of breaking the law. In that instance it would be up to the person or entity hiring the broker or agent whether or not to take the potential increased chance of being a victim of impropriety. In the simplest of terms, the Golden Rule applies, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you".

You don't want to hire an agent that

has a lack of "fiduciary responsibility" towards their clients. That is the legal term for a lack of loyalty basically, a lack of "the highest standard of care" according to legal definition.

An agent's job, and the real estate broker that the agent work's for, is the highest standard of care for their clients. Whether or not that client is a buyer or seller, or both like in a dual agency transaction, it is the agent's job to put the needs, desires and confidentiality of the client first.

Everybody needs to make a living, and real estate agents are no different, we get paid on a commission only basis, so we are motivated to make sales! But if that agent's personal motivation for personal gain goes above what the client's needs are then there is a problem.

Most real estate agents are members of a national trade group called the "National Association of Realtors". As a member, an agent has to adhere to a strict code of ethics that protects both the client from fraudulent and illegal behavior and the agent and broker from unsubstantiated accusations. It does a good job of keeping everybody honest and that is what you want in an agent, someone who puts the client's interests first. Someone who, in partnership with the client, uses their knowledge and expertise to get the needs and wants of their represented party met in the highest and best way possible.

Matt Freeman is a realtor with Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 or 760-223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

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At home, Continued from page 1 The next day I breezed into Cheryl's Diner, fit as a fiddle and bribed my way into the hearts and wallets of their fine customers.

We then dashed up to Harry's Bar in Wofford Heights, the welcome was lukewarm to say the least, it took a while for some of the folks to wake up, and I began to think I had three heads from the looks I received. Maybe they've never seen a three foot beehive hairdo. So we skipped outta there and high tailed it over to the Hideaway where we were greeted

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Then on Sunday, Nelda's Diner was my spot to hit and a fine time was had by all. We finished it off with a stop at Faith Community Church

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where we were well received by the Spirit.

I'd like to say thank you to all the folks out there who have supported my cause, the KVHD Skilled Nursing Facility so far and see you out on the campaign trail. And a special thank you to Poppa and Ratzi, my personal photographers for bein' able to follow me and my campaign around without gettin' lost, or fallin' down. Meet me at the Kern Valley Golf Course Saturday night, January 21 for a spaghetti dinner and auction. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the dinner and auction at 6 p.m. Ten bucks, folks! Thank you!

Announcements, Continued from page 3 Erin Woodward to support Whiskey Flats Days and produce the Whitewater Olympics Wild West Show in 2003 and the Whiskey Flats Encampments piece of Whiskey Flats Days for the past 14 years. This will be a fun, informative review of many encampments from past Kernville Whiskey Flats Days. Since this is the 60th Anniversary of Whiskey Flats Days, what better way to kick off the year than hear Mike talk about some of its history? It's at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella.

Scholarship money available Edison International, parent company of Southern California Edison, is accepting applications from eligible high school seniors planning to study science, technology, engineering or math. Edison International is awarding $40,000 ($10,000 per year for four years) college scholarships. Eligibility requirements include, being a high school senior with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, planning to be a full-time undergraduate student majoring in mathematics, engineering, computer and information services, management information systems, natural resources and conservation or physical sciences. The student must live or attend a high school in SCE's service area or attend an eligible high school surrounding SCE's San Onofre nuclear generating station and demonstrate financial need. The application period ends on February 1. To learn more visit scholarsapply.org/edisonscholars.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Queen of Katwe” (PG) - In a gorgeous dramatization of real-life struggle and success, teenage Phiona Mutesi (Madina Nalwanga) goes from her impoverished life in a Ugandan slum to being an internationally recognized chess prodigy. Raised by her single mother (Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong'o) and waking up each morning in a hut, Phiona is still illiterate when she is invited to take up chess by a Christian missionary (David Oyelowo). While her story is an uplifting one, Phiona's rise comes with hard lessons -- you need a plan to get what you want, and that plan may have to change.

Do not be tempted to write this one off as another glossy, feel-good underdog story. We've seen plenty of chess-underdog stories, and this one is a Disney production, but it steers clear of cornball territory and doesn't shy away from the complexities of the story.

"Masterminds" (PG-13) - Zach Galifianakis and a posse of SNL veterans give a comedic interpretation of one of the largest cash robberies in U.S. history, committed by "hillbillys" in the heady days of 1997. David Ghantt (Galifianakis) is a fumbling guard for an armored car company, and a perfect sucker for his co-worker (Kristen Wiig) to sweet-talk into an illconceived heist run by a greasy huckster (Owen Wilson). Rounding out the menagerie are SNL performers Leslie Jones, as a cop gobsmacked by the

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stupidity of the perps; Jason Sudeikis, as a sleazy hitman; and Kate McKinnon, as Ghantt's fiancee with an unsettling gaze.

Despite the collective comedic power assembled here, the movie is low on laughs and long on forced-awkwardness and slapstick humor. Awkward can be funny (Jared Hess also directed "Napoleon Dynamite"), but here it all mostly adds up to a slow story about unbelievable idiots.

"Jack Reacher: Never Go Back" (PG-13) - Ex-military police officer and current full-time badass, Jack Reacher (Tom Cruise) burst from books into the film world in 2012 with bone-crunching first impression. We met a stone-faced hero who travels around the country righting wrongs, breaking faces and refusing to take crap from anyone. This second installment, which finds Reacher uncovering a conspiracy at his old MP unit, switches directors and seems to lose all forward momentum. While the first film was exhilarating and surprising, this one sticks to formula and doesn't take many big risks in action or drama.

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Bodfish Bob Bodfish Bob’s Foil Packet Chicken Dinner 1 chicken breast 1 potato, peeled and sliced 2 carrots, pared and sliced 1 small onion, thinly sliced Salt and pepper to taste Large pat of butter Place chicken, potato and carrots on square of foil with the dull side out. Arrange onion slices over all. Season with salt and pepper. Top with pat of butter.

Wrap tightly in foil. Broil over hot coals for 30 to 40 minutes or until

2 cup corn cut from cob 1 sweet red pepper, cut into strips 1 sm. green pepper, cut into strips 1 sm. onion, sliced 8 cherry tomatoes, cut in halves 1 tbsp. chopped parsley 1/4 tsp. dried basil 1/2 tsp. lemon pepper 1/2 tsp. salt 2 tsp. butter or margarine Mix first 9 ingredients in large bowl. Put vegetables on 2 (12x12inch) pieces of foil. Dot with butter. Bring ends of foil together and twist to seal. Grill packets over hot coals for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Serve hot.

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Matt Freeman Courier Columnist Well, as we all know we are having a great winter so far, and there is more weather headed our way as you are reading this. It is early Freeman still, our winter rainy season typically goes into April in a good year, with February and March being particularly wet in years like this, so here is hoping the trend continues. As of now, the plan is to let the lake rise to 245K acre feet, which is approximately 65 percent of the 375K acre feet the lake is able to reach per the court order in place. The full capacity of the lake is somewhere around 575K acre feet, but due to the repairs on the Main and Auxiliary Dams there is a court order limiting the current holding capacity of Lake Isabella to 375K acre feet.

Living up here all my life I have seen our lake rise and fall. After all, it is a reservoir not a natural lake, and all but 30K acre feet of water are owned by various interests including farming, water companies and municipalities. So it is completely normal for our lake to rise and fall each year. What is not normal is how low it has been the last 4 years. Droughts happen, and you can bet a few years will pass and we will have another. So here is what we can look forward to.

There is a lot more usable water for skiers and wave runners due to the fact that the snags that proliferate

in the center of the lake underwater, opening up both North and South Fork to more boating activity.

Despite this always be mindful of underwater debris and hazards, especially with rising water. What was there a week ago is not there anymore, but is replaced with something new.

For us fisherman, we are going to be able to fish places this spring that have not been available in years.

Kissack Cove, Joaquin Cove, Brown's Cove, Boulder Gulch Campground, the cemetery and Camp 9 are all going to be open for business this spring the way things are going. If you like crappie and bass and catfish, then this is your year! Those fish are going to be up in the shallows in strength this spring especially with all the mature vegetation to hide out in. Trout fishing should be very good as well with the influx of colder water and the extra feed and nutrients that comes with it.

The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce is very excited about the prospects for the Trout Derby this April with all the water yet to hit the lake. In years past the fishing has been just phenomenal during high water years. High water will help many aspects of the local economy as well, in pretty much all ways we all should be looking forward to this spring and summer in the KRV, so bring the rain and snow!

Matt Freeman is a local resident, businessman and outdoorsman and can be reached at cooltuna12@yahoo.com or 760-223-0880.

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

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Celebrate the New Year with free trees Danny Cohn, Arbor Day Foundation Courier Living Ring in the New Year with 10 free flowering trees by joining the Arbor Day Foundation during January.

By becoming a part of the nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation, new members will receive two Sargent crabapples, three American redbuds, two Washington hawthorns, and three white flowering dogwoods.

"These beautiful trees will beautify your home with lovely flowers of pink, yellow and white colors," said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation.

The trees will be shipped postpaid

at the right time for planting, between February 1 and May 31, with enclosed planting instructions.

The 6- to 12-inch tall trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge.

Members will also receive a subscription to the Foundation's bimonthly publication, Arbor Day, and Tree Book, which includes information about tree planting and care.

To become a member of the Foundation and to receive the free trees, send a $10 contribution to Ten Free Flowering Trees, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, by January 31, 2017. Or join online at arborday.org/january.

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Time Has Run Out! Clock Masters Closed Forever

FINAL THREE DAY CLOSING SALE! Friday, Saturday,Sunday

■ U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646

Thank you to all my customers these past eight years!

7046 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-549-2100

■ Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.

"Everything on Sale" All items must be sold

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■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business only: 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only: 760-378-3055

■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 760-379-5236 866-KRV4FUN ■ Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville 760-376-2629 866-KERNVILLE (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads)

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By Chris Richcreek 1. How many times has a major-league team won a best-of-five playoff series after losing the first two games at home?

2. In 2015, the Chicago Cubs set a major-league record for most home runs in a playoff game by one team (six). Who had held the mark?

3. Who was the last NFL rookie before the Raiders' Amari Cooper in 2015 to have three 100yard receiving games in his first six games?

4. Name the first two coaches to make the NCAA Tournament's Final Four in two of their first three seasons as a men's basketball head coach.

5. True or false: The Pittsburgh Penguins have never clinched a Stanley Cup on their home ice.

6. Who was the last male athlete before Ashton Eaton in 2016 to repeat as the gold-medal winner of the Olympic decathlon?

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The changes you've waited to see in your work situation might not be happening quite as quickly as you'd hoped.

Although the pace is slow, it's ongoing. Expect to hear news soon.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You should be feeling very proud of the fine effort you've made to get that important project done. Now take some time out to celebrate with family and friends. You've earned it.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You're close to reaching your objectives. That's the good news. But be careful: Your aspects show lots of potential distractions looming. Stay focused and keep your eyes fixed on your goals.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Be careful not to let that suspicious Cancerian mind create a problem where none exists. What you might believe is an act of betrayal could be nothing more than a misunderstanding.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Your Lion's heart overflows with self-confidence. All you need to do is tap into it, and you'll be able to handle any change that must be made regarding that recent surprise development.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) The need to watch what you say becomes increasingly crucial this week. Be as temperate as you can with your comments and avoid arguments for the sake of con-

troversy.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A longtime family problem presents new demands. But this time, you won't have to go it alone: Someone else is asking to help share your responsibilities. Let it happen.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A period of feeling vulnerable is about to give way to a stronger, more self-confident aspect. Use this new strength to reaffirm promises you've made to others and yourself.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A creative dilemma stalls your progress. Instead of letting it raise your ire, use the time to re-examine your aims and, perhaps, come up with a new target.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your nimble will finds a way for you to work out those newly emerged problems plaguing your new project. Stay with it. The results will be well worth your efforts.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You might feel overwhelmed at having to decide which new opportunity you should follow. Best advice: Check them all out and see which offers what you really want.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Continue to tread water before you even consider plunging into something that never seemed quite right. Some facts will soon emerge that can help you make a decision.

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Mike Ditka of the Chicago Bears in 1961. 4. Ohio State's Fred Taylor (1960, '61) and Bill Guthridge of North Carolina (1998, 2000). 5. True -- they clinched the Stanley Cup on the road in 1991, 1992, 2009 and 2016. 6. Great Britain's Daley Thompson, in 1984.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: IRON MEN DUSTLESS BLASTING (2017B0048), 4823 Buck Road, Weldon, CA 93283.

Mailing address: PO Box 234, Weldon, CA 93283.

REGISTRANTS: FRANK REGINALD VILLAFRANCA III, 2823 Buck Road, Weldon, CA 93283; LEELAND THOMAS HENDERSON, 232 American St. Ridgecrest, CA 93555; STEPHANIE LEE VILLAFRANCA, 4823 Buck Road, Weldon, CA 93283; MELISSA ANN HENDERSON, 232 American Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a General Partnership. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. 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: Steph Villafranca.

This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/03/2017 and expires 01/03/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Chaides. Published by the Kern River Courier January 13, 20, 27 and February 3, 2017.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-00856-CA, A.P.N.: 171-052-02-00, Property Address: 4104 GORDON STREET, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93307.

PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/09/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: APRIL L. BLANDBURG, UNMARRIED WOMAN. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 01/26/2007 as Instrument No. 0207019653 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California.

Date of Sale: 02/10/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $165,813.84. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN

BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4104 GORDON STREET, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93307, A.P.N: 171-052-02-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $165,813.84. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-00856CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: January 4, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530.

WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier January 13, 20, and 27, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-02067-CA, A.P.N.: 117-303-03-00, Property Address: 3609 Felton Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308.

PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/26/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Carrie Creel, An Unmarried Woman. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 09/01/2005 as Instrument No. 0205238695 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 02/15/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $204,280.34. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN

BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest con-

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veyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 3609 Felton Street, Bakersfield, CA 93308, A.P.N: 117-303-03-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $204,280.34. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property.

Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2016-02067CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: December 30, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530.

WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier January 13, 20, and 27, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-01148-CA, A.P.N.: 403-213-33-00, Property Address: 3812 Alum Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309.

PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/17/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Howard E Brown, AND Eileen Brown HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 02/24/2006 as Instrument No. 0206046764 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California.

Date of Sale: 02/17/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $212,656.25. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN

BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 3812 Alum Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93309, A.P.N: 403-213-33-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $212,656.25. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole

and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com /MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeService s.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 201601148-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: December 30, 2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 2403530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier January 20, 27, and February 3, 2017)

highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 960-8299 or visit this Internet Website http://www.altisource.com /MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServic es.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2013-28807-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: 12/27/2016. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 9608299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Nonautomated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530.

WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier January 20, 27 and February 3, 2017)

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2013-28807-CA, A.P.N.: 190-071-07-6, Property Address: 424 4TH AVENUE, ARVIN, CALIFORNIA 93203.

PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/14/1995. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: ISIDRA M. CHAVEZ. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 1/3/1996 as Instrument No. 0196000482 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 2/17/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301.

Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $39,988.19. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 424 4TH AVENUE, ARVIN, CALIFORNIA 93203, A.P.N: 190-07107-6. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $39,988.19. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the

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Past due Peggy Hickey, the librarian at our Kern Valley libraries, has retired. She was honored at the last Friends of the Library monthly meeting where the Friends of the Library gave her a book-shaped picture frame/clock, with the inscription, "A very special time to celebrate both past accomplishments and all that is yet to come." Hickey was at the library from 1990 to 2017.

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W Lake Isabella LD O Duplex in excellent shape. Both units over 1300 sq. ft., S 2 bdrm/1 ba, with a nice rental history $162,000 D! Kernville X L Cozy cottage with river view: 2 bdr 1.75 Bath overlooking O Kernville. Awesome deck for river & mountain views. S $160,000 W Kernville Medical business includes property, along with HER, support staff , handicap parking. Waiting, check-in, 2 exam rooms, lab, office & private office. $599,000 Mt Mesa X Custom 2 bdrm/2 ba. Jacuzzi tub. Panoramic views of the mountains and lake. Over sized garage. Plenty of parking. $259,900 W Lake Isabella Immaculate 3 Bdrm/2 ba, bonus room. Large kitchen with breakfast bar, walk in pantry, Plenty of room for RV and parking. $192,500 Weldon X Renovated 2 bdrms/1-3/4 ba, Kitchen breakfast bar. RV parking, fully fenced with 2 storage sheds. $115,000 W Lake Isabella 2 nice sized bdrms with walk-in closets, and full bas.

Kitchen breakfast bar. Indoor laundry/office/craft area. 2 car garage and work shop. $79,900

Thank you Advance Beverage Co. Elena Arevalo That's Italian Restaurant Brad Alexander Pizza Barn Michael & Melody Batelaan Kern River Courier Barewood Inn Bianchi Winery and Tasting Room Nicholas, Bikakis Primo Produce and Distribution Kelley Braaksma Donated at Hatchery Boombox Mobile Stage and Sound Charlie Busch Alta Sierra Broadcastinglocal radio broadcasting Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Click Click Realty Jared Cope Copes Tackle & Rod Cathy Cunningham Sequoia Lodge

New editions The new Friends of the Library board, left to right, SharonKay Spoonmore, Secretary, Anne Litz, Treasurer, Peggy Hickey, Membership, Patricia Arellano, Vice President, Portia Beebe, President and Terry Standley, Historian.

Michael Batelaan Special to the Courier

Digs, Continued from page 1 ability to respond quickly and effectively to wildfire in the communities around Lake Isabella.

"The past year has been challenging for those who live and work in the Kern River Valley, but

this facility exemplifies our long-term commitment to the safety and well-being of those who call this special place home."

The existing USFS facilities sit in the footprint of the 300-foot-wide emergency spillway to be built between the main

and auxiliary dams as part of the Isabella Lake Dam Safety Modification Project. The station must be relocated before construction of the emergency spillway begins.

Construction of the dam modifications is scheduled to begin in late 2017.

The Friends of the Hatchery, Kernville would like to express our thanks to our wonderful volunteers and to the following sponsors who donated so graciously to Fishstock 2016. Without you, your generous donations and support, we could not do this. Some of our fundraising efforts have gone to Trout in the Classroom (two classes sponsored for 2017), supporting the trophy trout program, Fishing Academy, Whiskey Flat, upcoming Fishstock and other various community efforts.

Thank you again, and we are looking forward to a great 2017 here in the Kern River Valley.

John Davis Riverview Lodge Delicate Sound Beverly Demetriff Frandy Park Campground Spencer & Nichole DeVries Donated at Hatchery Dream Productions Judi Dodd & Perry Steinhoff The Mother Lode Gene Estebrook Big Rock Sports Ewings on the Kern Merle Fast Half Fast Ltd Co Soda Springs Fire and Ice Michael & Angela Freiberg So-CalSolar Eric & Rebecca Giddens Kern River Brewing James Gordon Kernville Saloon Elpidio & Judith Guarneros El Rio Mexican American Food Fred Hall Show Chiaki Harami Southern Sierra Fly Fishers Stephen Hart Kern River Fly Fishers JD Holt Yeti Austin Horn The Drug Store

Guy & Kim Jeans Kern River Fly Shop The Kern Lodge Kern Valley Wireless KRV Vacation Rentals KRS Resort Mike & Wendy Loomer The Cyclesmiths Eron & Mary Lykins Kernville Automotive McCambridge Lodge Dawn Jordon, Elise Modrovich Starlite Lounge Mount n Lake Motel Mike Mullendore Federal Ammo, Buck Stack-On Dave Myers Liberty Distribution Jim Nottingham Tower Corporation/Camp Kernville Katie Olivaros Dress Your Soul Teresa O'Malley & Gilbert Siegel Gene Parks Insurance Mark Preston Sierra Gateway Markets Primo's Liquor Harold Raymond A Sign Factory Rivernook Campground Allen & Marcie Rose Kern River Vacation Trailers

Scott Scalpi Global Environmental Compliance, Inc. Scott Schalliol Coleman, SOG, Flying Fisherman Benny Shakta Camp Fire Market Sharon Skinner Donated at Hatchery Marsha & Ron Smith Kern Valley Sun Tony Talbot Riverside One Stop Kern Valley Search and Rescue Harry Thal Harry P. Thal Insurance TGKA Consultants Jill Thurman Archie's Hardware Dirk Turner T&T Liberty Safes LLC Lucien Whitman SoCal Rafting