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Every year, millions of shopping carts are left all over the place and abandoned from their supermarket homes. Carts are found on the side of the road, by schools, random driveways, and in sewage ditches. All of these missing carts need to be replaced by the store; and with an average of $100 per cart is the money damage that can add up. ■ Return your cart to a designated "cart rack" or aisle. These can be found in various places throughout the parking lot or nearby the store's entrance. ■ Leave your cart near the entrance and carry grocery bags to your vehicle by hand. It'll be courteous to another customer by exchanging hands on the cart. ■ Take a cart that is near your vehicle to shop with instead of taking one by the entrance. This method helps out the courtesy clerks and avoids the homeless of capturing a cart. ■ Bring sturdy tote bags. If you have to walk somewhere, don't use a cart to assist you in carrying things. ■ Have a bagger escort the cart to the vehicle to help you unload groceries. He or she then will wheel carts back to a designated area. Only if

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Tom Anderson, KRV Heritage Foundation Courier Update The fourth quarter was extremely active, topped off with rain and even snow on Christmas and New Years mornings. ■ Hot Springs Valley Wetlands Acquisition Escrow - The close of escrow is eminent. The Audubon California (Jay J. and Sugrid E. Wimberly Wildlife

Fund) and the River Parkways/Natural Resource Agency grants have been funded into escrow and with the hundreds of donations from the "Grassroots" and "Over the Top" campaigns KRVHF was financially ready to close escrow by yearend. However, a title issue arose. Family members own undivided interests. One of the owners passed away and his interest was transferred to his daughter in a manner that raised questions with the title company. KRVHF's partner, The

Trust for Public Land, is working with the title company and the landowners/broker to resolve the situation. ■ Post-acquisition Costs - Once KRVHF owns the property the next effort is understanding what's there and beginning to get it ready for public visitation. This entails fence and gate repairs; signage as required by the grants and to recognize all donors; a wetlands delineation survey; baseline surveys: of plants, the Alkali Mariposa Lily, animals, birds, butterflies, etc.; evaluation of the wet-

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Construction on those buildings began in 2016 The U.S. and construcArmy Corps of tion on the Engineers dams and Sacramento spillway is District awarded scheduled to a $5.7 million begin in 2017. contract Dec. 23 The apto Spectrumproved plan Straub JV of includes raisSacramento to ing the main construct a temPhoto submitted and auxiliary porary boat The work goes on - View of the Isabella Dam dams up to 16 launch and park- early on in the Dam Modification Project. feet higher to ing at French minimize the risk of overGulch Recreation Area advantage of seasonally topping, adding a filter as part of the Isabella low water levels. and drain on the downFollowing the signing Lake Dam Safety stream slope of the main of the Record of Decision Modification Project. dam to increase stability, As part of the dam in December 2012, the improving stability of the remediation, recreation Corps entered the Preexisting spillway and crethat will be impacted will Construction Engineering ating an additional 300be relocated. The boat and Design phase of the foot-wide emergency launch facility at French project, and from 2013 to spillway. Gulch will replace Boat 2016, focused on design In addition, the Borel Launch 19, which will be improvements to the outlet works will no closed during the pro- existing dams and the longer be realigned as relocation of U.S. Forest ject's second phase. proposed in the 2012 Construction is ex- Service buildings currentDSMR. Instead, "just pected to begin in early ly located in the excavacompensation" will be spring 2017 to take tion footprint. USACE compiled Courier FYI

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paid to Southern California Edison and they will likely decommission the Borel Canal, subject to approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The Corps is still in the Pre-Construction Engineering and Design phase. Once complete, construction will begin. The current schedule shows construction beginning in 2017. It could range from 4 years to 8 years depending on final recommendations, designs and availability of funds. The schedule lasts from 2017 to 2022. The workforce on this project will vary depending on the phase of construction; however, the Corps estimates a typical work crew would likely be between 100 to 150 workers. They will hire a prime

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land enhancement potential; and initiating development of a formal plan for public use. ■ South Fork Sass'n Cathy - To assist with fundraising for the Hot Springs Valley Wetlands project Cathy Paradise is running for Whiskey Flat Mayor. Supporting her Mayor bid will directly benefit the HSVW project. Other ways to help keep this project moving forward are to go to the KRVHF "Donate" page at krvhf.org/donate or

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The close of escrow is eminent on the Hot Springs Valley Wetlands Acquisition. Audubon California, Jay J. and Sugrid E. Wimberly Wildlife Fund and the River Parkways/Natural Resource Agency grants have been funded into escrow along with hundreds of donations from the"Grassroots" and "Over the Top" campaigns.

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water data: Wednesday, 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 216,319 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 1080 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 664 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) ■ @Kern Valley Golf Course February 4 Auction; potato bar with all the fixin's and a green salad, social hour at 5 dinner at 6 p.m.

■ @ Kern Valley Golf Course February 11 Texas Holdem' at 5 p.m. ■ @Cheryl's Diner February 14 Valentine's Day prime rib dinner The Hideaway in Wofford Heights has appointed themselves our "election headquarters"…so we show up randomly for bribe sellin', dancin' and just plain fun!

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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

■ 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. 760-379-3394 ■ 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.

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■ 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. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Tue.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 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.

■ @Cheryl's Diner February 3 Fish fry starting at 5 p.m.

■ @Nelda's Diner February 4 Breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. ■ @Tank Park, Lake Isabella February 4 Noon to 3 p.m. Family Day with BBQ sandwiches, other food and games ■ @Superbowl February 5 Everywhere, selling bribes

Community ■ Get Freezin' for a Reason February 3 Fundraising efforts heats up the pool for Kern Valley Aquatics program at 4 p.m. at the South Fork Pool. ■ Drought Emergency Food Assistance February 4 Community Action Partnership of Kern Food Bank is continuing to distribute Drought Emergency Food Assistance Program food in addition to its regular distribution in Lake Isabella from 9 to 11 a.m. at 3628 Suhre Street, Lake Isabella. For information, please contact the food bank agency relations technician Yazid Alawgarey at 661-398-4520.

■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762. ■ 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. 760-379-7312 or 760-378-0041.

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■ 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 - 3 p.m., Artists Workshop, Senior Center, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. $9 per yr 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thur.), 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.

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.

■ Houchin Blood Drive February 7 The KRV blood drive will take place at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday date. When donating, please bring picture ID with date of birth, be free from all cold, flu, cold sores or symptoms of infection and eat a meal at least 3 hours prior to donating. Remember you must be at least 16 years old and weigh at least 110 lbs. ■ Indian community meeting February 11 Kern Valley Indian Council will host the quarterly community meeting at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella at 11 a.m. The guest speaker will be Dan Johnson, USDA Community Development Native American coordinator for housing, economic development and more. Bring a salad or dessert, the Council will provide the dinner. Bring raffle donations and gently used clothing to give away. ■ The Walker Collection of paintings February 11 The Kern Valley Museum in Kernville is having an opening of the Walker Collection paintings from 4 to 6 p.m. The show will run from Feb 1st to end of March. Come and see this historical collection. ■ Special Needs dance February 11 The next dance is at 6 p.m. at the Moose Lodge. This month Chili dogs is on the menu for a Whiskey Flat Days western themed dance. Dancers will all be getting cowboy/girl hats, badges and a bandana. Chili dogs are on the menu. ■ Heart Fund dinner February 11 New York steak dinner served by Jim Wyly and crew. Cupid's basket, 50/50 drawing and Karaoke. At the Eagles Aerie 3156, 12251 Hwy 178, Mt. Mesa. Call for more details, 760-379-3394. ■ Library book sale February 13 and 14 The Friends of the Library will be holding book sales once a month on the second Tuesday of each month. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Set-up and presale on Mondays from 4 to 6 p.m. in the community room at the main library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ JobFest February 16 The Lake Isabella JobFest will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lake Isabella Veterans Hall, 6405 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 are 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! ■ 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 or $10 for individual walkers. No pets. Free lunch to all walkers and managers. Additional meals are $5 each. Entry deadline is February 21. Call Deborah Hess at 760-379-5257 x24. All events are subject to change. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received by 1 p.m. on Tuesday to make Friday’s issue. Events must be open to the public. Any cost must be listed. Items submitted for a free Calendar listing may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by date, event, and space available.

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Raffle drawing winners announced The Kern River Valley Historical Society is pleased to announce the winners of its 2016 raffle drawing. The first prize, the Kernville Stay-cation, was won by R. Walters, a visitor from Ridgecrest. When notified, she was very surprised and very pleased to have had the winning ticket. The second prize, $100, was won by local resident Ted Brummer, who donated it back to the Historical Society. Ted is known for his efforts in the restoration of the Keyesville area. The Historical Society is glad to have had a resident of the Valley as a winner. The Kern River Valley Historical Society thanks everyone who supported it in this year's fundraising raffle.

JobFest series resumes for sixth year The Kern County Department of Human Services is pleased to announce the 2017 JobFest series, bringing employment opportunities to every region of Kern County. With Kern County's overall unemployment rate at 10.3% the JobFest series is just one way DHS is working to improve the lives of children and families in our communities. The Lake Isabella JobFest will take place on Thursday, February 16 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Lake Isabella Veterans Hall, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. The unemployment rate in the Kern River Valley is 8.6%.

Historical Society to host Forest District Ranger U.S Forest District Ranger Al Watson will be the guest speaker at the Kern Valley Historical Society general meeting on Tuesday February 28 at 7 p.m. Watson will discuss the multiple opportunities and challenges the Forest Service encounters here in the Kern River District of the Sequoia National Forest and will inform us regarding the many and varied challenges that he and the Forest Service staff have been involved with in the Kern River Valley, including the Dam Safety Modification Project and the timber mortality condition of the Sequoia National Forest. Watson will also tell us more from his standpoint on last the 2016 wild fires. Watson will welcome questions the audience might have. The program will be at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Refreshments will be served.

Oasis Garden Club tea party One lump or two? You may want to practice holding your teacup with pinky raised because it's almost time for the annual Garden Party Tea. As in years past, the Oasis Garden Club will serve guests a delightful midday tea at intimate tables for four. Each elegantly appointed table will be sponsored, decorated, and served by an Oasis Club member. Guests need only decide which beautifully set table strikes their fancy. Tea will be served at United Methodist Church, 639 N. Norma, beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 11. Tickets are $15 per person and are available at the Maturango Museum as well as from Oasis Garden Club members. Seating is limited, so early purchase of tickets is advised. Groups of more than four people can arrange for a larger table by calling in advance 760-377-4166. The Oasis Garden Club has been active in the Indian Wells Valley for over 50 years. Funds raised by the Garden Party Tea, their spring and fall plant sales, and other events support the Anne Carter Memorial Scholarship, community beautification, Blue Star Memorial Highways, as well as contributions to other civic and charitable groups.

First 5 Kern staff invites parents Please join First 5 Kern staff and your trusted leaders on Thursday March 23 to discuss the needs of young children in your community. For the last 15 years, First 5 has

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My column this week concerns our adventure when driving Highway 178 in bad weather. We would hope that everyone takes heed and if at all Middleworth possible to stay out of the canyon when the valley is immersed in bad weather. We have lived in the Kern River Valley for over 25 years and have always been concerned by what happens in the mountain community that's serviced mainly by one two lane highway. Along with this narrow mountain road (Hwy 178) is a deep canyon along which the Kern River flows. Three weeks ago on a Friday our plan was to go to a doctor appointment and we left for Bakersfield around 8 a.m. As we left Wofford Heights the weather looked good. At that point we made a decision that by the time we reached the westerly two lane road we would come home if the weather changed But it didn't and in fact there was some blue sky and everything looked good for a go! Big Mistake! About half way down the two lane canyon road there was light rain and the wind was picking up. By the time we were about a mile this side of the canyon mouth the rain was really coming down and suddenly in front of us came a pile of rocks and water. One rock about 10 inches in diameter skittered across the road

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and under our car. It did major damage to the underside. We commented to ourselves that even if we had had a chance to dodge the slide there was no where to go. There was the canyon and river two hundred feet below on one side and a truck coming the other way. We pulled over as soon as we could which was several hundred feet because of the narrowness of the road and no place to pull out. We were lucky because the car was still driveable. The canyon was closed immediately after we went through and stayed that way for the next 7 days.because of the many rock slides including ours. After taking our Hyndai to the dealers they put our car up on a rack and had us come in and see the damage that had been done. The damage came to sixteen hundred dollars and while the canyon stayed closed our car was repaired by the dealer. Since that time we have been in contact with the insurance company that we have had for over 50 years. Our three cars, our trailer, our house, earthquake, and personal property are handled by them. So far we are trying to help them understand how dangerous the canyon can get during a snow or rainstorm. Dialog is still continuing and we are submitting pictures and paper articles concerning the canyon and its closure. Stick around and we'll let you know how this comes out. Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell.

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quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness Let's say you're a gardener. You've that God desires. Therefore, get rid of learned that you can take the exact same all moral filth and the evil that is so seed and plant it in three different locaprevalent and humbly accept the word tions and get three different results. In planted in you, which can save you" one spot, you'll get (James 1:19b-21 giant tomatoes. In NIV). You need to be humble. Be ready another, you'll get For good small tomatoes. to do whatever God tells you from reception, this And in a third, his Word. A prideful attitude won't passage teaches you'll get nothing. work. you have to have - Warren What's the differfour attitudes: ence? It's not the ■ You must be seed; it's the soil. quiet. You can't The soil must be prepared for the seed. hear God if you're talking. The same is true when you hear ■ You have to be calm. You can't rush God's Word. Your heart has to be preGod. If you're frantic, you're not going pared for the Word. If you get up late, to hear God. The Bible says, "Be still have trouble finding a parking spot, and and know that I am God." My translaare irritated as you rush into church, tion of that is: "Sit down and shut up." you're probably not going to hear God's ■ You have to be clean. Before you can voice! You're not in a receptive mood. meet with God, you need to take out That's why you can take two people some emotional and spiritual garbage. to church, set them side-by-side, and You need to get rid of the stuff that stinks one will walk out thinking God really in your life. You get rid of the garbage by spoke to him and the other won't get confessing your sin to God and agreeing anything out of the service. The heart of with him that what you did was wrong. one person was prepared; the other's ■ You need to be humble. Be ready to wasn't. do whatever God tells you from his The Bible says, "Everyone should be Word. A prideful attitude won't work.

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Connecting with the Father Chris Wenzel Courier Columnist It's hard to believe it, but we are already one month down for 2017. How many of you made a commitment that this year would be Wenzel different, only to find that you're quickly moving back to old habits and practices? You're not alone. It is estimated that less than ten percent of those who set new goals for the New Year stick with them. If you are still going strong, then consider yourself ahead of the curve! One goal that Christians desire to meet every year is spending more alone time with God. Whether it's a desire to pray more, read the Bible more, or to get away from the busyness of life, Christians desire to spend more time in God's presence. We know that it is an important habit, but for many they just don't know why it is important. To answer that question, we need to look to the life of Jesus and his relationship to the Father. Scripture makes it clear that Jesus regularly spent time alone with His Father. Luke 5:16 tells us that, "Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed." Also, Mark 1:35 states, "And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed." Jesus often withdrew from the crowds and busyness to pray. If Jesus found it that important to spend time alone with His Father, how much

more important is it for us to? Jesus walked in God's presence constantly, which resulted in his ability to respond to the Father's will. Secondly, we learn from Jesus' example that time alone with God empowers us to carry out God's purpose for our life. After withdrawing into the wilderness in Luke 4, Jesus began performing miracles. After spending time alone with God in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus walked out empowered and prepared to endure the cross. When we take the time to get alone with God, He empowers us to live a life filled with acknowledge of His purposes and the strength to faithfully carry out His agenda. And finally, Jesus tells us in Matthew 6:6 how we are to pray: "But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you." God will bless the time spent alone with Him in prayer. When we purpose to get away with Him, we will encounter God's presence in the most intimate and powerful way. We will encounter the Holy Spirit, and learn His role in our life as He reveals God's will more clearly to us. Let me challenge you to set aside thirty minutes each day for the next 90 days to get alone with God. Take fifteen minutes to read God's Word, and 15 minutes to pray. I'm certain that it won't take long to realize that thirty minutes is just not enough! Christopher Wenzel is pastor of Canyon Hills-Kern River Valley (Formerly New Life Assembly of God)

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Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Malachi in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From 1 Kings 19, what prophet experienced an earthquake while standing on a mountaintop? Paul, Ahab, Andrew, Elijah 3. Who was the first woman to be ashamed of her lack of clothing? Eve, Anna, Pilate's wife, Miriam 4. Which king was stricken with leprosy because he disobeyed God's command and burned incense on a holy altar? Uzziah, Solomon, Joab, Petra 5. Where did Jesus raise Lazarus from the dead? Sinai, Bethany, Tarsus, Smyrna 6. In Acts 9, what dressmaker was restored to life by Peter's prayers? Naomi, Priscilla, Lydia, Dorcas

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

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■ 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

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■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ 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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Downside of the Snow Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Okay, so the snow is pretty, and heaven knows we need the water. Snow is also lots of fun to play in, and if you can get up to the mountains, Thal skiing and snowboarding can be a blast. Did you know that there are many orthopedic surgeons who move to Mammoth Lakes for the winter? I'm sure it is for the skiing, but many probably don't own skis. They are there for the business that accidents create, and accidents are a plenty. There are basically three types of people on the slopes. The first is the person with adequate and good health insurance, and has the ability to pay for the deductible if he/she befalls an accident. Chances are, this person has group insurance from an employer who provides really good coverage. The largest group of skiers falls into the category of people (individuals and families) who have good enough coverage, but it comes with a high deductible. Many carry a high $5,000 deductible so they can afford the monthly premiums; or their employer offers this as the low end coverage without a big payroll deduction. And, of course, comes the third category. The people who believe they are indestructible. It will never be them. These may be younger

adults who don't take their responsibility maturely, and will fall back on their family or parents if they land up in financial trouble. What parent can let their "kid" or "grandkid" suffer without lending a helping hand. Another scenario is the person who honestly wants to have health insurance, but just can't afford the monthly premiums. They can deal with the penalty for not having coverage, but the premiums is just too much. There is a solution. The health policy is good for 11 months, and is relatively inexpensive. Many deductibles are offered from $100 to $5,000. For the person who has a potentially hazardous vacation in store, can get a low deductible plan that will cover their current high deductible plan, for as little as a few weeks. For the person with no coverage, they can be covered for up to 11 months, insured by Lloyds of London! The plan is for both illness and accident and asks no medical questions! This is a PPO with several are doctors in the Network, and the opportunity to go to any doctor and hospital anywhere in the USA. All I can say is that it is slippery out in the snow and slush. The coverage is available from age 0 to 64. Pre-existing conditions are not covered, so get your policy BEFORE you step into the snow! 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.

Announcements, Continued from page 3 funded health, parenting and school readiness programs serving children from birth to age 5. Come to this planning meeting at the Lake Isabella Senior Center at 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. and share your thoughts about these programs, ask questions or to voice any concerns about the needs of children in your community. Refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP to 760-379-2556 by March 16.

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.

Upcoming LCAP public meetings/forum The Kern High School District is dedicated to maximizing student success. Ongoing communication among all stakeholders is the key to making sure that our students are supported to the best of our ability. The 2017 scheduled Local Control Accountability Plan community public forum for school-community stakeholders will be by remote tele-conferences/video from the school site at Kern Valley High School and the district office at 5801 Sundale Avenue on February 7 at 6 p.m. Please note: If you are not able to attend one of the LCAP Community Public Forum options, please contact Brian Mendiburu, Supervising Administrator or Denise Huizar, Sr. Staff Secretary at the District Office at (661) 827-3100. We can arrange a meeting, phone call, or use email. KHSD wants to hear from all community partners and stakeholders. In addition, KHSD is also meeting/engaging with parent advisory groups, student advisory council(s), outside community partners/groups, faculty associations and employee groups. The Kern High School District is dedicated to maximizing student success. Ongoing communication among all stakeholders is the key to making sure that students are supported to the best of their ability.

Museum docents needed Do you like to meet new people? Do you wonder where they all came from and where they are going? That is the main job when you volunteer to work at the Museum, greeting visitors. The Museum has the most interesting people come in who are here visiting our Valley. They come from everywhere, all over the world. So why not come down and stay at the Museum for only three hours of your time a month? It is so worthwhile. Call Vicki Middleworth at 760-379-6039.

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Senator Jean Fuller, chose the Kern Valley Hospital Foundation's 19th Annual Jeanette Rogers Erickson Heart Walk as one of two non-profits in Kern County in which to direct a $4,000 donation made by ATT Investing in California. The check was presented in Senator Fuller's office to Kern Valley Hospital CEO Tim McGlew and Jeanette Rogers Erickson by Jean Fuller and ATT area director of external affairs, Barbara Winn. Special to the Courier

A walk on the ‘funraising’ side The Kern Valley Hospital Foundation 19th Annual Jeanette Rogers-Erickson Heart Walk is just around the corner. On Saturday February 25, hundreds of Kern Valley residents and other interested people will be out on the Kern Valley High School track, walking, running and counting laps to raise funds for the Kern Valley Hospital Foundation and for their own favorite charity or non-profit. For a $50 entry fee for a team of four walkers and a manager or $10 entry fee for an individual not on a team, walkers and runners can enjoy this favorite annual event. Entrants are encouraged to raise additional funds, such as pledges per lap, and either donate all to the Hospital Foundation or split the funds with the charity or non-profit of their choice. This is a great way for church youth groups to raise money for summer camp, for small

non-profits to increase their operating budgets and for community members to feel like they made a difference in their community. Each participant gets a free lunch at the end of the event and prizes and awards are given out. If a team has some non-walking/running cheerleaders, additional lunches can be purchased for $5. The Foundation's goal is to provide financial support to the Kern Valley Hospital by funding programs that will have a positive impact on patients, employees and the Kern Valley community served by the Healthcare District. The Foundation does this by developing projects, raising money to support those projects, and by carefully managing the endowed funds entrusted to the Foundation. For more information on how to participate and to get entry forms, call Deborah Hess at 760-379-5257 ext. 24.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “The Edge of Seventeen” (R) Nadine (Hailee Steinfeld) is really in the thick of the adolescent awkwards, but this isn't the wild-romp kind of teen movie, it's the more insightful, John Hughes-ian kind where coming-of-age proves to be a funny and humiliating parade of disappointment and self-sabotage. Nadine is left all alone when her only pal, Krista (Haley Lu Richardson), starts dating her older brother, a frustratingly perfect student and athlete. The story succeeds in keeping you on the heroine's side even as she succumbs to the mistakes we all know she should see coming a mile away. “Arrival” (PG-13) - When big ol' alien spacecraft appear all over the globe, sending mankind into a state of frenzied panic, the U.S. government taps an accomplished linguist to break down the aliens' language and discern their intentions. While Dr. Louise Banks (Amy Adams) learns more about the mysterious tentacled space critters and their visual language of shifting vapors, pressure from her military handlers puts her in a precarious situation. Director Denis Villeneuve ("Sicario") sets out to combine massive, world-tilting sci-fi conflicts with up-close intimate character conflicts and emotion. "Interstellar" tried to plot this same course, but

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"Arrival" doesn't get caught in the asteroid field of gooberiness that plagued "Interstellar's" mission. “Bleed for This” (R) - Miles Teller stars as Vinny Pazienza, a boxer who came from behind to win huge titles, then came from behind again by stepping back into the ring after a car accident that nearly paralyzed him. After a headon crash puts "The Pazmanian Devil" in a halo-brace, he's told he'll be lucky to walk again, and the slightest jolt to his head or neck could be the end. This is unacceptable, and with the help of an equally dogged trainer (Aaron Eckhart), the near-broken boxer starts to train again -- still with vertebrae out of whack and bolts drilled in his head. It's based on a true story, but so are most boxing movies, and this one is a lot like them. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Bodfish Bob’s Green Tomato Salsa 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 clove finely chopped garlic 2 jalapeno peppers, seeds removed Salt & freshly ground pepper 1 small onion, finely chopped 10 green plum tomatoes or tomatillos or 5 med. green tomatoes 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Combine oil, onion and garlic in a small microwave safe casserole dish and microwave on high for 1 minute. In a blender or food processor, puree tomatoes, cilantro and jalapeno peppers. Stir puree into onion garlic mixture. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Bodfish Bob’s Bacon and Tomato Dip 6 slices bacon 1 (8 oz.) pkg. softened cream cheese 2 tsp. prepared mustard 1/2 tsp. celery salt 1 med. tomato, peeled, seeded and finely chopped 1/4 c. finely chopped green pepper (optional) Assorted fresh vegetable dippers or crackers In a skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove, drain on paper towels and crumble. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mustard and celery salt. Stir in the crumbled bacon, tomato and green pepper. Cover and chill. Makes 2 cups. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.

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National Parks Service Courier On the road It is beautiful in winter in the higher elevations, but you must be prepared for snowy or icy mountain roads and cold temperatures. Tire chains can be required on any park road at any time from fall through spring so it is strongly recommended that you carry them just in case. Weather and road conditions can change r a p i d l y, often multiple times per day. Get up-todate information before heading to higher e l e v a tions, but re-member that conditions and chain requirements may change by the time you arrive: ■ For 24-hour in-park road conditions in our National Parks, call 1559-565-3341 (then press 1, then 1 again). ■ Check current weather forecasts prior to your visit. ■ For information about roads outside National Parks, visit the Caltrans website or call 800-4277623. Chain control is in effect when roads are snowy and slippery, which may be any time, usually November through March. State law requires all vehicles including 4-wheel/allwheel drive to carry tire chains or cables when entering chain-control areas (CA Vehicle Code, Section 605, Sections 27450-27503). When entering a "chains required" area, you must have chains or cables that fit properly and are in good repair. Practice installing them before you come to make sure they fit. When you drive with chains, the maximum speed limit is 25 MPH, even if posted otherwise. If chain control is in effect, you need to carry chains (and possibly install them) in order to drive to sequoia groves and designated snow play areas. If you do not have chains, plan on renting or buying them before entering the park. Road conditions and chain requirements can change rapidly; for example, you may not need chains when you enter the park but they may be required by the time you leave. Chain Control Designations ■ R1: Snow tires or chains are required. Snow tires must have an imprint on the tire's sidewall that shows M + S, M / S, or an image of a snowflake. They also must have a tread depth of at least 6/32 of an inch. ■ R2: Four-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, or chains are required. Four-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive vehicles must have snow tires on all four wheels (see R1 above), and must

engage all wheels. Four-wheel and all-wheel-drive vehicles must carry chains or cables in chain-control areas. ■ R3: Chains are required on all vehicles. There are no exceptions. Signs along the road will indicate where you need to put chains on when they are required; pull all the way off the road. Put them on the front tires of front-wheel-drive vehicles, and on the back tires of rearwheeld r i v e vehicles. Many car-rental contracts do not a l l o w installation of tire chains or cables. Be sure you understand the limitations of your contract. Renting a four-wheel or all-wheel-drive vehicle may save you from having to install chains, even when you must carry them. Winter Driving Tips ■ Even if you have chains or fourwheel drive, driving is snow is not easy. ■ Beware of poor visibility and reduced traction. ■ Ensure that your chains fit your tires. Practice installing them before you need them. ■ Reduce your speed. ■ Keep your headlights on for visibility. ■ Allow extra distance between vehicles. ■ Stay well back when following plows. ■ Use low gears, especially when driving downhill. ■ Never stop or park in a traffic lane. Your life may depend on it! ■ If your rear-wheel-drive vehicle skids: Reduce gas and steer where you want to go. ■ If your front-wheel-drive vehicle skids: Accelerate slightly and steer where you want to go. ■ Brake sparingly. Locking your brakes may cause skidding. ■ Drive in the appropriate lane for your direction of travel. Avoid the center line. ■ Pull completely into a chain-up area, pullout, or parking lot to install, adjust, or remove tire chains. ■ Shady areas and bridge surfaces can be treacherously icy even when other sections of roadway are not. ■ Stay alert, use caution, anticipate hazards, and slow down! Driving safely and lawfully is the first step in enjoying your winter activities in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and everywhere else in the California mountains! Visit the California Department of Transportation's website for road conditions in other areas and more about winter driving.

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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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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You don't like rejection. But instead of trying to "ram" your ideas through to an unreceptive audience, stand back and wait for a more favorable environment later this month. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Job commitments call for the tidy Taurean to charge into those problem-plagued projects and get them into shape. Then go ahead and enjoy the fun and friendships of your expanding social life. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The pressures of the workplace are beginning to ease. While you still need to stay connected to your ongoing commitments, you'll be able to take more time to relax with family and friends. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might feel that you need to prove how much you can do. But be careful not to take on more than you can handle, or you risk being bogged down. An Aries has a message for you. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Financially it could be a little tight for a while. So resist the urge to splurge on things you don't really need. There will be time enough to indulge yourself when the money squeeze eases later this month. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You demand trust from others. But someone is creating a situation that could put your own trustworthiness in question.

Be sure to keep all lines of communication open. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A problem delays the recognition that you hoped to receive for your hard work. But all will soon be resolved. Remember to make patience your watchword this week. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Those wonderful ideas could expand your workplace prospects and ultimately lead you on a new career path. Your personal life also opens up new vistas. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) So much seems to be swirling around you these days that you might find it hard to focus on priorities. Best advice: Take things one at a time, and you'll get through them all. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Work out situations with what you have, and avoid the temptation to create complications where they don't exist. This applies both at home and in the workplace. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Keep your keen senses open to possible changes in personal and/or professional situations. Knowing what might lie ahead gives you an edge on how to handle it. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Personal pressures at work could create a problem with your performance. Best advice: Focus on the job ahead of you. If necessary, you can deal with the other issue later.

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Joseph & Brandy - Owners Serving the Kern Valley & Bakersfield 20 Years Experience Lic#11476

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Professional Auto Glass Replacement & Repair 760-379-1900 661-332-8467 760-223-1389 661-332-TIMS timsautoglass23@yahoo.com

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LARRY SCHUPPAN’S Garage Doors and Openers New Sales & Repairs (760) 417-2806 ___________________________

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MT. MESA Commercial & Residential Contractor’s Lic. #587951 310-347-5208 • 310-533-0584 ___________________________ Ray’s Painting & Decorating Interior/Exterior Painting Wall Coverings Lowest Rates in the KRV 760-417-9797 • 760-378-2097 ___________________________

Mark’s Mobile Computer Repair

Fastest Refunds Free E-Filing Free Quotes Individual, Corp., Partners 5105 B Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-379-1300 ___________________________

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Bunk Bed for sale - $125, black metal frame with mattresses. Excellent condition, Top is twin, bottom is double. (760) 301-4540 ____________________________ Tempur-Pedic - queen size bed for sale, excellent condition! Matress & box spring, $300/obo. (760) 376-6424.

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Kernville-Hi Ho Senior Mobile Home Park, 11901 Sierra Way, 2bd/2ba apartment, $470/mo + dep. & utilities, no pets. 760-376-2671 ___________________________ Kernville Cottage for Rent 2br, 1ba, $700 a month w/1 year. lease. No pets. For application call (760) 223-0544. ___________________________ Lake Isabella - Now Move In Special 2bd/2ba refurbished MH w/2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ park. $644/mo or rent to own w/good credit. Call (760) 379-2092 for details. ____________________________ Lake Isabella - 2bd/1ba refurbished MH w/2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ park. $544/mo. or rent to own w/good credit. Call (760) 379-2092. ____________________________ RENTAL in Squirrel Valley, $500/mo. 1 bedroom, fully furnished, all utilities, Internet and cable paid. Credit check. No pets. Non (323) 702-3753.

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Wofford Heights 1bd/1ba with beautiful 360 views. Laundry, covered patio and front deck. Rent $625/mo. Blue Jay Trailer Park Space rental only - includes water and trash - $250/mo. Lake Isabella 2bd/2ba unit, newly updated, water/trash included, laundry h/u, 1 car attached garage, fenced patio area. Rent $750/mo. Squirrel Valley 3bd/2ba home, 2 car garage, large fully fenced yard. Rent $1275/mo. Onyx 3bd/2ba home, fully enclosed sunroom, large layout, 2 car attached garage, with fully fenced yards, on 2 lots. MUST SEE! Rent $1100/mo. License #01986312

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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.: 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) 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: 190-071-07-6. 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 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/TrusteeServices .laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 201328807-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.: 2016-01746-CA, A.P.N.: 251-332-04-00, Property Address: 2301 Thistle Street, Rosamond, CA 93560. 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 06/28/2006. 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.

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Trustor: Gary M. Griffith, A Married Man As His Sole And Separate Property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 07/11/2006 as Instrument No. 0206167337 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 02/22/2017 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: $82,348.90. 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: 2301 Thistle Street, Rosamond, CA 93560, A.P.N: 251-332-04-00. 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 $82,348.90. 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: 2016-01746CA. 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 5, 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 27, February 3, and 10, 2017) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: CHINA LAKE MART (2017-B0621), 207 N. China Lake Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA 9355. Mailing address: 29156 Oak Creek Rd., Menifee, CA 92584. REGISTRANTS: BALSAM HATMAL HADDADIN, 29156 Oak Creek Rd., Menifee, CA 92584. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. 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: Balsam Haddadin. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/26/2017 and expires 01/26/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2017. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: PHD MOTOR COMPANY (2017-B0361), DBA #2: PHDMC (2017-B0362), DBA #3: PHD MOTOR CO (2017-B0363), 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address: 785 Tucker Rd. Suite G #213, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANTS: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. 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: Hilda Jimenez, Secretary. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/13/2017 and expires 01/13/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the

Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BEAR VALLEY SPRINGS AUTO SALES (2015-B7364) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BEST VALUE AUTO SALES (2016-B0642) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BV AUTO SALES (2016-B0641) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BVS AUTO SALES (2015-B7363) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BVSAS (2015-B7365) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: TCS (2016B0639) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: TRUST CAR SALES (2016-B0637) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: TRUST VEHICLE SALES (2016-B0638) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: TVS (2016B0640) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017.

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ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: VEHICLE REG SERVICE (2015-B7360) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: VEHICLE REGISTRATION SERVICE (2015-B7361) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: VRS (2015B7362) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017.

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Water closets? or water hazards? The Kern Valley Golf Course found itself with many new water features after recent snow and rains making it difficult to play through. Although the ducks have been enjoying the new ponds the real hazard will be when nature comes calling Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

Senior citizen Left to right Marsha Lassen, DAR Good Citizen Chairman; Kern Valley High School senior Makayla Niederriter and Erin Woodward, Kern Valley High School teacher. Photo submitted

DAR Good Citizen Award presented Marsha Lassen Courier Kudos In January the Lake Isabella Kawaiisu Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented their Chapter Good Citizen Award to Makayla Niederriter, a senior at Kern Valley High School.

Progress, Continued from page 1 mail checks to KRVHF, P.O. Box1249 Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Bob Powers Gateway Preserve ■ Wetland Enhancement - On September 28 construction started, after years of delay, for the second phase of wetland enhancement at the Preserve. Excavation was completed on October 14. However, the inline control structure did not arrive in time, so it and a couple of other water control features were not installed prior to the rains. ■ Visitor Center - It was necessary to carve the visitor center site out from the existing Preserve lease between the County and the Heritage Foundation in order to locate a visitor center on the Preserve. The lease amendment to accomplish that has been signed by both parties, including the Board of Supervisors

Carts, Continued from page 1 they offer though, don't be demanding. ■ Take a walk. If there's a cart in your neighborhood and

Dam, Continued from page 1 contractor on a national level to complete the work, and the contractor will be responsible for hiring any work force to complete the job. If you are an individual, the Corps recommends contacting companies who have been awarded contracts for possible job opportunities. If you are a contractor, start by registering

Makayla completed the documentation for application, along with, a 500 word essay on "Our American Heritage and Our Responsibility for Preserving It. How do the combined actions of good citizens keep our nation moving forward?" Niederriter was pre-

sented with a DAR Good Citizen certificate, Good Citizen pin, wallet card and $50. The Kawaiisu Chapter members provided a luncheon in Makayla's honor. Also attending was Jessica Forbes, Makayla's mother and Erin Woodward, teacher at Kern Valley High School.

and became effective November 8. ■ The County is negotiating with the Forest Service and the Corp of Engineers to move forward with a visitor center that would provide a government-togovernment lease between the County and the Forest Service, while accommodating other tenants including BLM, KRV Chamber of Commerce and the Heritage Foundation. This is very complex with a lot of hurtles to be crossed before it is a done deal. ■ Alkali Mariposa Lily Bulb Harvest (Salvage) - With construction of a visitor center some portion of the Alkali Mariposa Lily population will be displaced. This has been of concern to KRVHF as well as the agencies. The Heritage Foundation has been proactive in addressing these concerns in order to assure the sustainability of the Lily. First, a professional lily count

was done for the second year in a row, which show that the lilies are wide spread over the Preserve and not just in the proposed visitor center location. ■ Next, KRVHF worked with the County to minimize the visitor center site footprint and its location. Third, under the technical supervision of the Rancho Santa Ana Botanical Garden, lily seeds were collected and placed in its longterm seed bank for possible future use. ■ Finally, again under the technical supervision of RSABG, a harvest/salvage of Lily bulbs was conducted on October 27. The harvest team included the RSABG Team Leader and seven KRVHF volunteers. As a result there are 120 bulbs at RSABG in a three-year program of storage, propagation and maintenance that will be available, if needed, for reintroduction at the Preserve.

you live near the store, walk the cart back. ■ Make a call. If you see a cart loose around your neighborhood, look around for the store whose cart it is. Many carts have num-

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in the System for Award Management database. The reason it takes so long to fix a dam is given the multiple purposes of this dam facility and the long-term benefits it provides, the Army Corps of Engineers requires thorough analysis of any modification to assure public safety and benefits are not compromised by modification to the dam. Dam analysis and designs are complex technical efforts. Risk assessments must be performed

to understand the extent of a problem and to evaluate options to fix the dams. In this case the dam has multiple deficiencies that require correction which increases the time required to understand and to start the fixes. They also take great effort to comply with the National Environmental Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act which requires significant time to assure that all requirements are met.