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Putting a Bow on it! Lucie Winborne Courier Holiday

“When it absolutely, positively has to be there overnight.”

Some of us hate it enough to pay someone else to do it. Others take delight in folding corners just so, or the challenge of covering uneven angles, not to mention endless varieties of designs and textures. But why do we wrap gifts in paper in the first place? As with so many modern practices, it dates back to ancient cultures. First came the Chinese and their priceless gift of the invention of paper in 105 A.D. That was followed in the eighth century by the Japanese "furoshiki" and Korean "bojagi," reusable wrapping cloths originally designed for transporting goods or preventing mix-ups in traditional baths, as well as covering gifts. By 1509, a new English invention appropriately dubbed wallpaper filled a similarly dual purpose, but not for long, since it easily cracked and tore upon folding. The Victorians applied a like aesthetic to their gift wrapping, using elaborately decorated paper adorned with ribbons and lace. But that paper also was heavy and rather unwieldy. It gave way in the early 20th century to colored tissue which is still in use today, but more as an interior covering. So what happened in between? Chalk it up to yet another example of necessity being the mother of invention. In 1917, holiday business boomed so well for a couple of stationery store-owning brothers in Kansas City, Missouri, that they ran out of colored tissue. Fortunately, a search of their inventory yielded a supply of "fancy French paper" designed for

Mr. and Mrs. Claus arrived Saturday at the “Sights and Sounds” Christmas Parade in Lake Isabella.

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Situation report John Prettyman, USACE Courier Update The Recreation/USFS Relocation Draft Supplemental EA #3 was released on November 19. There is a 30-day public comment period until December 19. The Corps will be holding public

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In response to public interest, the Kern County Board of Supervisors asked the County to reach out to its communities regarding the services of the Kern County Library system. As a result, the County of Kern is pleased to announce it is holding community meetings at each of the Kern Valley branches.

meetings on Dec. 7-9 in the following locations: Dec 7 at the Kern Valley Veterans Center in Lake Isabella from 6 to 8 p.m.; Dec 8 at the Kernville Elementary School in Kernville from 6 to 8 p.m.; and Dec 9 at the Kern County Board of Supervisors Chambers in Bakersfield from 6 to 8 p.m. Drilling in the southbound lane of Hwy 155 next to the Main dam was completed in November. Geologic data from three borings will help provide pertinent information for design of a floodwall to be constructed adjacent to the roadway as part of the Corps' project, which will

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■ Wofford Heights Monday, December 7, at the Wofford Heights Branch 6400-B Wofford Blvd. at 5:30 p.m. ■ Lake Isabella Thursday, December 10, at the Kern River Valley Branch, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. at 6 p.m. ■ More information is available at the County website, co.kern.ca.us and the Kern County Library website, kerncountylibrary.org.

raise both the main and auxiliary dams and their abutments on each end up to 16 feet. Instrumentation Relocation USACE are taking advantage of the low lake level to install new staff gauges to measure lake elevation, because the old ones will be removed with the emergency spillway excavation. All the work will be done off the road and will not have any impact to Hwy 155 traffic. The Corps will begin construction on new USFS admin and recreation facilities after the

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The opinion of futurist Thomas Frey of the Davinci Institute sees positive and negative sides to corporate run libraries.

County to hold library system meetings

Saturday low 33° Partly cloudy and cold

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Public vs. private operation @issue The controversy rages on as to whether Kern County Library should remain a public entity or be privatized or outsourced to a national corporation. Kern Valley residents will have an opportunity to explore the issue at one of two meetings being held in the Kern River Valley next week. The corporation being considered by the County is Maryland based national provider Library Systems & Services, Inc., or LSSI. According to their website, LSSI now works with 17 municipalities operating 69 branch libraries and two bookmobiles across the coun-

Saturday high 60° Partly sunny

Sunday low 34° Cold w/patchy clouds

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try. In contrast, the American Library Association estimates there are 122,000 publicly operated libraries in the U.S., as reported by Harris Kenny on reason.org.

Friday low 32° Clear and cold

Sunday high 64° Partly sunny

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Friday high 56° Clouds and sunshine

How he does it nobody knows, but Santa will still be making appearances in the Kern Valley up until Christmas Eve at the following events and locations. ■ Santa in Circle Park in December Santa arrives in a flurry to hear children's wishes and pictures with the kids. So bundle up and get ready for the holiday season in Kernville’s Circle Park. Santa will be at Circle Park in Kernville every Friday and Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. weather permitting. through December 19. ■ Bright Lights and Santa Join the residents of Scovern St. and the members of the Kern Valley High School CSF honor club on Scovern St. between Crestview and Webb in Lake Isabella as they light up the night. Enjoy holiday lights, cookies, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa Claus, December 12, 18, and 19 from 6 p.m. to approx 8:30 p.m. All proceeds from cookie and hot chocolate sales will brighten the holidays of local families in need.

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Pastor Schlensker explains the start of Advent.

Join in the fun & games on the Courier puzzle pages.

Bodfish Bob says “Chop, Chop, get cooking!”

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■ Christmas in Kernville December 4 Live Nativity Scene and Christmas Caroling with the Kern Valley Chorus 6 p.m. in Circle Park, Kernville. ■ Christmas concert December 5 Bring a new unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots, a monetary donation for the Pregnancy Resource Center, a non perishable food or coat or blanket for the Landmark Missionary Baptist Food Pantry and Coat Closet, or bring all 3 and enjoy an evening of Christmas music. Landmark Missionary Baptist Church, 6 p.m. Call 760-379-5640 for more information. ■ Light up a Life December 6 Optimal Hospice invites you to join in a community celebration to honor and remember loved ones and friends. 6 p.m. at Circle Park, Kernville. ■ Library community meeting December 7 In response to public interest, the County of

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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 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.

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■ 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 Gem & Minerals Club MGM Jewelry & Loan, 6749 Wofford Blvd.,, Wofford Heights. 760-376-3600.

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 Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., L.I. ■ Noon to 2 p.m. No cost craft class, Faith Community Church. Call 760-812-0755. ■ 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.

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■ 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.

Kern is holding community meetings at each of Kern County Library branches regarding the services of the Kern County Library system. On Monday December 7 a community meeting will be held at the Wofford Heights Branch, 6400-B Wofford Blvd. at 5:30 p.m.

■ Corps SEA public meeting December 7 Public meeting held 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kern Valley Vets Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella.The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District released its plan for relocating U.S. Forest Service administrative and recreation facilities near Isabella Lake Dam in a draft supplemental environmental assessment. The plan outlines how the Corps will mitigate for impacts associated with the Isabella Lake dam safety project. Meetings are for interested individuals to learn more about the proposed relocations, ask questions to Corps staff. ■ Corps SEA public meeting December 8 Public meeting held 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 8, at Kernville Elementary School, 13350 Sierra Way, Kernville. See Dec. 7 above. ■ Corps SEA public meeting December 9 Public meeting held 6 to 8 p.m. at Kern County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1115

■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579. ■ 10:00 a.m., T.A.P. Thought and Perception, 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. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella. 760-376-3138. ■ 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.

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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 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., 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. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.

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.

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Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield. See Dec. 7 above. ■ Library Story Time December 10 Lake Isabella Library story time on Thursday, December 10th at 10:30 a.m. with lab time: STEM event, Animals in Winter. Children will discover what animals do during the winter. ■ Campaign kick-off dinner December 10 Mike and Linda Thomas and Mark and Sherry Preston invite you to Ewing’s Restaurant on the Kern from 5 to 8 p.m. for heavy Hors d’Oeuvres and no host bar for $20. RSVP to 661-428-1539. ■ Library community meeting December 10 On Thursday December 10 the Library community meeting will be held at the Kern River Valley Branch, regarding the services of the Kern County Library system at 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. at 6 p.m. ■ Christmas Community Sing-a-Long December 11 Come and join us at The Church of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints, 6400 Park Ave. Mt Mesa from 6 to 8 p.m. Free and fun for all. Refreshments. Accompanied by organist, piano, and string ensemble conducted by Leslie Hazard. For more information call Jean Pack, 760-376-2388. ■ Teen gift-making December 11 All teens grades 6th-12th are invited to the Lake Isabella library on Friday, December 11th at 4 p.m. to make Candy Sleighs. Give a sleigh as a Christmas present or add to your Christmas decorating. Whatever you choose to do with the finished product you will have a blast making these sweet sleighs! ■ Toys for pets December 12 At the Lake Isabella downtown Swap Meet. All proceeds go to the newly established Snip and Tip TNR program for feral cats. For more information contact Barbara Andrade at 760-417-2000. ■ Bright Lights and Santa December 12 Come join the residents of Scovern St. and the members of the Kern Valley High School CSF honor club on Scovern St. between Crestview and Webb in Lake Isabella as they light up the night in Lake Isabella. Enjoy Christmas lights, cookies, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa, from 6 p.m. to approx 8:30 p.m. All proceeds from cookie and hot chocolate sales will brighten the holidays of local families. ■ Star Party December 12 Starting after sunset at the parking lot at Old Isabella Road, the KRV Astronomy Club will host its next star party. Come view constellations, planets, nebulas, star clusters, galaxies, and more. Come look through their telescopes, or if you have a telescope, bring it. Bundle up, bring a lounge chair, hot drink, and snack. The star party will run from 6 to 9 p.m. If cloudy call ahead 760-376-1291 or 760-376-6290. ■ Kern Valley Community Orchestra Concert, December 13 The Kern Valley Community Orchestra will present its Winter Concert on Sunday, Dec.13 at 4 p.m. at the Kernville Elementary School. The program includes plenty of Christmas music. Some of the scholarship students will be playing with the orchestra, too. There will be light refreshments at the intermission. Suggested donation is $10. ■ Story time December 17 On Thursday, December 17th at 10:30 a.m. the Lake Isabella Library story time will be a Christmas themed event with great stories, songs and a fun craft.

■ 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.

■ Bright Lights and Santa December 18 and 19 Come join the residents of Scovern St. and the members of the Kern Valley High School CSF honor club on Scovern St.

This information is submitted to the Courier by the groups listed.

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Who was here? Rod Middleworth Courier Columnist

Traffic & Safety STOP October traffic statistics Scott Griswold, California Highway Patrol Courier Contributor

Traffic Collisions - 15 Non-injury - 9 Injury - 6 Impaired Drivers - 11 Suspended/Unlicensed Drivers Arrested - 26

Fatal - 0

Safety tip of the month: The winter months are upon us. Just a reminder to use extra caution when driving. The roadways can become hazardous with rock/mud slides and snow/ice. Keep a high visual horizon so you can observe road hazards. Plan ahead and make sure your vehicle's windshield wipers are in good working order.

Editorial corrections Sorry about Santa: The Kern River Courier received incorrect information about Santa's schedule in Kernville which left some of our readers literally out in the cold. We have since received corrected information and it is printed in this week's issue. Trivia Answers: In addition, Trivia Test readers of the Courier issue dated November 20 alerted us that the answers provided were incorrect and not updated to match the weeks questions. And no, Henry Fonda is not the offspring of a cockroach (question 9). The correct answers should have read: 1. Five (Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas) 2. SpongeBob SquarePants 3. Starbuck 4. "The Jazz Singer" (1927) 5. 0.125 6. 1977 7. Gin 8. The tongue 9. Nymphs 10. William Morton. The Courier regrets any inconvenience that this error may have caused. The Courier strives to report accurate information.

When I was in the 7th grade I lived in a small cottage with my Grandmother. We lived 2 or 3 houses away from my dad in this place called Kilroy Surfside Colony just south of Long Beach. It was on the beach and a perfect place for a youngster my age. Because my dad was close by I had the opportunity to follow him around like a little pet dog. As a consequence I worked and helped him build a racing boat and a racing engine. At this time he was working for the Ford Agency in Long Beach. He entered this hydroplane in many races. It had a V860 engine and was clocked at speeds in excess of 90 miles an hour. He won a number of races. The Ford Agency sponsored and provided him with an engine and racing parts. Because of his success he was asked to come to Canada and become involved in a series of 18 races with a chance to become the North American Champion. He took a leave of absence from the Ford Agency with their blessing and raced the 18 race schedule. Now here's the kicker, he won every single one of the races and was written up in all the Canadian newspapers. Before he left to go to Canada he promised me he would telephone every Monday and let me know how he did and what happened. I was thrilled to get a call

every Monday evening. One day when my dad called he was about half way through the race schedule, and in our conversation he said, "The strangest thing is happening here in Canada. Everywhere I go some little man named "Kilroy" had gotten there before me and left a small cartoon with a little round head and a big nose and underneath it said "Kilroy was here". He said the little cartoon appears everywhere, in bathrooms, in service stations, on restaurant tables and walls everywhere. He said this fellow Kilroy seems to be going where I'm going and is leaving his special signature. I told my dad that that guy must be here in Long Beach because I saw his cartoon on the Long Beach boardwalk and in many places at the amusement park It wasn't until several years had passed that we found out the true story of the little cartoon with the signature that said "Kilroy was here". I have recently read that in the United States the mischievous face and the phrase became a national joke. The outrageousness of the graffiti was not so much what it said, but where it turned up. The major Kilroy graffiti fad ended in the 1950's but today people all over the world still scribble the character and "Kilroy was here" in schools, trains, and other public areas. It is believed that James J. Kilroy was the origin of the expression, as he used the phrase when checking ships at the Fore River Shipyard. And now you know the 'rest of the story'! Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell.

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Deadlines Christmas Holiday: December 25 issue Deadline: Noon Friday, December 18. New Years Holiday: January 1 issue Deadline: Noon Wednesday, December 23.

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Drugstore Girls 5th Annual Food and Toy Drive It's that time again for The Drugstore Girls 5th Annual Food and Toy Drive. We are accepting non perishable food and new toys at The Drugstore in Kernville from now until December 23rd. All proceeds go to Valley Thrift Store, where they will be handed out on Christmas Eve. Things are harder than ever for everyone, please help us make a difference in our community. Thank you! Call Juls McGhee at 805-234-1853.

Christmas Volunteers Needed The local Salvation Army is preparing for their annual Christmas Fund Raiser and Food Box distribution and each Christmas, the Salvation Army conducts their annual Bell Ringing Fund Raiser. All funds raised assist our local population in need. The needs have been growing, especially in the area of food. Inflation has taken a strain on many food and fuel budgets. Their need for a successful Christmas Fund Raising event is greater than ever. The Salvation Army is looking for individuals who have time to bell ring at a store in your area. They are grateful for the generosity of our community however, if they do not have a volunteer bell ringer at all the doors of our stores, they cannot receive the donations so badly needed. The Salvation Army is asking each church, club or organization to pray and consider sending interested volunteers to assist. To cover the businesses in Kernville, Lake Isabella and South Lake requires about 30 to 40 volunteers. To obtain more information please drop by the Salvation Army office, at 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd. Office hours are Monday through Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or call 760-379-4600.

Search and Rescue sponsorship program Kern Valley Search and Rescue relies on the community to fund and maintain the rescue equipment needed to perform rescues on the Kern River and throughout the Kern River Valley. They look to local businesses and individuals annually to sponsor the unit with a donation to help meet their goal of providing the highest level of rescue readiness possible. KVSAR is a 501c3 non-profit organization and is composed entirely of volunteers. This year they are working toward purchasing a zodiac rescue boat for shallow water use, a monopod pulley system, and life vests and helmets for team

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Calendar, Continued from page 2 between Crestview and Webb in Lake Isabella as they light up the night in Lake Isabella. Enjoy Christmas lights, cookies, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa, from 6 p.m. to approx 8:30 p.m. All proceeds from cookie and hot chocolate sales will brighten the holidays of local families. ■ Commodities distribution December 21 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Monday Dec. 28 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon. Please note this is change in location for the month of

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December in Lake Isabella. ■ KRV Collaborative December 24 There is no Kern River Valley Collaborative meeting the month of December. It will resume in January. Call 760-379-2556 or go to KRVFRC.org for more information. 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. Items deemed general business advertising will not be accepted.

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Advent Dan Schlensker, Courier Columnist The Christian Church has for centuries observed the season called Advent (which means arrival) in preparation for a more meaningful celebration of Schlensker Christmas. The season of Advent begins with the fourth Sunday before Christmas, usually the Sunday after Thanksgiving (although Thanksgiving is not a Christian holiday per se, even though it is celebrated by almost all Christians) - and Advent ends at Christmas. Many Christian churches have additional special Advent worship - often midweek - in order to enhance preparation for Christmas. Preparation for Christmas is important because it's so easy - especially in our contemporary culture - to get distracted from what we are really celebrating. Our culture gets really excited about Santa Clause, Frosty the Snowman, chestnuts roasting on an open fire, a White Christmas and a ride in a sleigh, all those reindeer, not to mention the parades, decorations, feasting and presents! Those extra Christmas trappings all distract us from what the angel Gabriel said to Mary in Luke 1:32-33 about the Child she was to bear, "He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Most High; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David; and He will reign over the house of Jacob

forever; and His kingdom will have no end." In other words, the Baby would be God, Himself, in human flesh. Now that's something really worthy of taking note of! And to Joseph an angel said in a dream according to Matthew 1:20-21, "Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife; for that which has been conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit. And she will bear a Son; and you shall call His name Jesus, for it is He who will save His people from their sins." This notification describes Mary's Baby as the Savior. And that - being saved from sinfulness - according to Old Testament ritual (which was previewed in Leviticus 16 and modeled the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus) required the death of a perfect and undeserving sacrificial animal. That's why John the Baptist on the banks of the Jordan river pointed to Jesus and said in John 1:29, "Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!" As sinful human people, we did not need a baby in a manger; we needed a man on a cross. Yes, we certainly welcome the Christ Child at His birth in Bethlehem, and our Christmas focus is on Him and not all the other stuff, but our most blessed celebration on Christmas is what that Baby in a manger was going to accomplish on our behalf 33 years later: the forgiveness of our sins and eternal salvation through faith in Him. A blessed Advent to you! Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Lake Isabella.

Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey

1. Is the book of 2 Kings in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Luke 11, what group of people did Jesus say took away the key of knowledge? Prophets, Carpenters, Lawyers, Scribes 3. The Ark of the Covenant was carried around and around what city? Ramah, Moroni, Jericho, Nicopolis 4. From Genesis 26, who planted crops that were reaped a hundredfold? Adam, Isaac, Abraham, Cain 5. David and Bathsheba were the parents of? John the Baptist, King Solomon, Noah, Daniel 6. How many psalms in the Book of Psalms are attributed to Moses? 0, 1, 34, 72 Answers: 1) Old; 2) Lawyers; 3) Jericho; 4) Isaac; 5) King Solomon; 6) 1 © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

Valley places of Worship Kernville

■ First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m., Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m

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■ Faith Community North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416 ■ Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 ■ Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m. Lake Isabella/Bodfish

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■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. School 9:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 ■ Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun. 9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2062

■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Services 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible Study Sun. 10 a.m. ■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., and 5 p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. 760-379-5819 ■ Salvation Army The local national affiliate Mon. 9 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. ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 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 ■ Faith Community South Campus 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday morning 9 a.m., 760-376-6719 ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).

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Park trees rooted in philanthrophy Michael Batelaan Courier Community The SPF value of Wofford Heights Park was raised times-seven by the Kern River Community of Wofford Heights last week in partnership with Southern California Edison when they planted three California Redbud, one Eastern Redbud and four Chinese Pistache trees last week at the Wofford Heights Park, with the assistance of a crew from Kern County Parks and Recreation. The planting was overseen by the KRCWH president Mike Ludiker and First District Supervisor Mick Gleason's representative, Mick Gleason. The trees now enhance the northeastern side of the park near the parking and the playground equipment. The KRCWH, Kern River Community of Wofford Heights, in partnership with SCE, Southern California Edison received 297 trees for community beautification improvements. The Community Tree Planting Program enhances properties, improves our environment, and reduces daytime temperatures in our neighborhoods by planting more trees on public and private property. Because many of our local trees were suffering from recent temperature peaks and severe lack of water, the trees received for this program were hardy

stock and should thrive in current drought conditions with minimal water. Stock consisted of California and Eastern Redbud; Chinese Pistache; and Afghan Pine. "The tree and plant varieties were selected for their best chance at surviving in our Valley soil and the severe drought conditions we all experienced this summer," said KRCWH president Mike Ludiker. "Joining with the Kern County Parks Department, we were able to plant the remaining stock at Wofford Heights Park for the future enjoyment of all." Many trees found homes to replace unsightly dead trees. "The KRCWH was proud to partner with Edison's community tree program and bring these trees to Wofford Heights and other surrounding Valley areas," said Ludiker. "We appreciate all who participated in this program. A special thanks to Edison, two of our hardworking program volunteers Connie Shepard and Darlene Studdard and Chuck Richards' of Falling Waters Resort who graciously stored and watered the stock during distribution," Ludiker said. The KRCWH credited Supervisor Gleason and representative Connell for assisting them with park improvement projects such as graffiti removal in the restrooms, replacement of wooden picnic tables and benches with metal and replacing playground equipment.

Cruise a man of action Sam Struckhoff Courier Contributor

PICKS OF THE WEEK “Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation” (PG-13) - This is the fifth installment with Tom Cruise as superspy Ethan Hunt, and he's still riveting audiences with his purposeful running. There's a new shadowy organization of errant spies on the scene, and they're bent on launching a series of terrorist attacks to destabilize world governments. Hunt has to team up with Ilsa Faust (Rebecca Ferguson), a double-agent who may or may not be part of the evil syndicate herself. Now in his early 50s, Cruise is still killing it as a man of action. He's insisted on doing the coolest stunts himself in this franchise, and that continues with this iterations hyperthriller action sequences -- including face-peeling motorcycle stunts and a bonkers assassination plot during an opera. Alec Baldwin and Simon Pegg bring a necessary dose of comedy. “He Named Me Malala” (PG13) - When she was 15 years old, Malala Yousafzi was shot in the head by Taliban gunmen who found her on a bus. The teenager had been a vocal advocate for girls' education in Swat Valley, Pakistan, and that made her a target. As you've probably heard, she recovered, continued to advocate and became the youngest winner of the Nobel Peace Price. The film finds her when she's 17 and living with her parents in Birmingham, U.K. While she cuts an intriguing profile, the movie also

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Easement madness Matt Freeman Courier Columnist In real estate, we often run into issues with properties that involve access, property lines, abutted property features like shared Freeman fences, etc. Especially in the case on vacant land and often the case on well shares and certification. Often these are either completely undocumented or they are in existence but the proper legal docs do not exist to prove it. This can be an issue for example, because you have to know you can use your own driveway, or that the well on the property is truly yours! Some easement issues are tough to fix though most of the time they are simple. A perfect example: let's say there are two properties that are next to each other, both with homes and there is a dirt access road through the first property to get to the second. In this case an access easement would need to exist for the property owner in the rear to legally cross through the neighbor's property to get to their own. Creating an easement is a pretty easy process; all that is usually needed is some simple documentation to notarize and record and sometimes a survey. But in our example, that has not been done, the rear property has no "legal" access, yet there is a dirt road leading right to the house from the neighbor's and the main road that

has been used for years. This brings up the question, how long has the road been there? Also was it permitted when it was originally installed, is it engineered? In a situation like this these issues are usually easy to fix, because the access is what is legally called a "Prescriptive Easement," meaning it has been in existence and it is already understood by all those involved that it's an access road. A prescriptive easement automatically comes into existence after a certain amount of time, in most states 5 to 7 years. So if you by a piece of land without legal access, but there is a road and a handshake agreement for access between current or former property owners, it counts legally as a prescriptive easement; it has been in existence for a long time and there is no other way to the property. Typically people are reasonable, especially a seller looking to move a property that suddenly discovers a "surprise" on the title report. This is where it is great to have a real estate agent; because it's their job to make sure everything is disclosed, updated and legally binding before the close. We do our best to smooth out the rough edges. Imagine buying a property with no title report, or no disclosures from a seller, and then attempting to sell it at a later date and finding all these surprise issues. Those are situations where easements go from simple fixes to madness. Matt Freeman is a realtor with Freemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 or 760-223-0880. His column is not intended to replace legal advice.

Health Insurance Matters

Tick Tock Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Time is one of those things that can't be changed. The clock keeps on ticking. I know there are many procrastinators Thal who wait until the last minute. For their sake, here is the insurance schedule and consequences you will need to be concerned with. Medicare: December 7th is the drop dead date if you want to change prescription drug plans. There is a weekend involved here. Clock ticks even on Saturday and Sunday. The plan you currently have and love may not be a good value in 2016. The most expensive of your medications my not even be covered in 2016; or may have restrictions. If you have a drug plan which is part of your Medicare HMO plan, you face similar situation, and not all the pharmacies will be working with your plan in the coming year. If you are in an HMO plan, and use it in early 2016, you may have a chance to get out of it. Between January 1 and February 14 is the Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Period. You may drop the Medicare HMO plan you are on, and return to original Medicare. You may not change to another HMO plan. However, if your HMO contained a Prescription Drug Plan you may purchase one within this time frame only. The option to purchase a Medicare Supplement is there, but only if you medically qualify. There is also a time frame referred

to as a "Special Enrollment Period". Locally, GemCare members who have been dropped have a SEP through February. However, their current coverage ends December 31, so if they are to have continuous coverage, their deadline is December 31. Of course there is getting your ID card to use the plan. I am expecting many people have tossed their letter from GemCare that informed them of the cancellation, and will first learn of their problem when they fill a prescription in January. Regrettably, many will financially suffer by needing to pay full prices on their medication while waiting for new coverage to begin in February or March! ObamaCare: The "Affordable Care Act" is also in its open enrollment period. The good news is you can't be declined coverage. The cost has gone up from 2015 on plans and there seems to be fewer participating providers accepting the ACA plans. The open enrollment will run through January; for those needing coverage January 1, their cut off is December 15. The procrastinator who waits till the last minute on January 31 will find that their coverage won't begin until March. People turning age 65, or those over 65 and retiring will have a short time to enroll in a plan. I am as close as the telephone to answer questions. There is never a fee. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106) Thal is on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, harrythal@aol.com or harrythal. com.

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ARIES At this time you might want to resist that otherwise admirable Aries penchant for getting to the heart of a matter quickly. Keep in mind that a delicate situation calls for patience. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your aspects favor more diplomacy and fewer direct confrontations when dealing with a relationship problem. Avoiding hurt feelings can help in your search for the truth. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Positive aspects are strong this week. Although you might still have to deal with some problems caused by a recent period of turmoil, you are making progress, and that's what counts. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A family matter could benefit from your counsel. But don't come into it unless invited, and don't stay if you feel uneasy. Just remember to reassure one and all that you'll be there for them. LEO (July 23 to August 22) As the truth about an ongoing situation emerges, you could find that you were right to defer judgment before you had all the facts. Now would be a good time to move on to other matters. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your plans to take control of a personal situation because you feel you are best qualified could create resentment. Best to hear what everyone else involved in the matter has to say about it.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Uncovering some surprising background facts about that ongoing personal matter could make you reconsider the extent of your involvement. A neutral family member offers advice. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Religious or spiritual themes start to dominate your aspect this week. This can serve as a counterweight to the mounting effects of the season's growing commercialization. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Taking on that recent challenge impressed a lot of important decision-makers. Meanwhile, proceed with your holiday plans, and don't forget to include you-know-who in them. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Disagreeing with an opinion you can't accept could be dicey, and your motives might be questioned. Best to wait to mount a challenge until you have support for your position. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Getting involved in helping others in this increasingly hectic period not only makes the generous Aquarian feel good, but you could also gain a more substantive benefit from your actions. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) The Piscean way of thinking clearly and objectively helps you resolve a complex situation without creating any ill will. Don't be surprised if your counsel is requested on another matter.

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"Maintenance Service" Electrical • Plumbing • Painting Yard Work • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Tractor Work Sprinkler Systems Warner H. Hitch/owner PO Box 1267 Weldon 760-378-3228 Cell: 760-223-2963

CHRISTMAS

BOUTIQUE • Handmade Items • Crafts• • Stocking Stuffers • Unique Gifts for Friends & Family Saturday December 5th 8am to 5pm Kern Christian Church 14900 Hwy 178 in Southlake

Dianne Storm Owner

Dog Grooming • Boarding Kennel Pet Supplies 2100 Edith Street Lake Isabella, CA

760-379-4311

Lucky Seat Game Lucky Moose Drawing 2 Night Owl games Entry fee $20

Open 7:00am Breakfast Served All Day Patio Dining 11030 Kernville Road Kernville

760-376-6131

Party Favors Drawings Giveaways Gifts & Prizes

Lunch served 11am-2pm Visit the Potato Bar and support KCC Youth Ministry

For Rent/Lease Lake Isabella - 2 bd/2 bath refurbished mobile home with 2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ Park. $733/mo. Call (760) 9642514 ____________________________ Riverkern Vacation Rental 2bd/2ba, $100/day (2 day min) $200 security deposit, cash only, payments due prior to use. (805) 524-2480 ____________________________ Mt. Mesa - Trailer - $400/mo plus $200 deposit. Includes space, water and trash. (760) 812-0459 ____________________________ Wofford Heights - 1bd/1ba + convertible room, private road, deck, lg fenced yd, 2 garages, pets ok, inclds propane tank, pellet stove & holder, trash pd., $600/ mo, 1st & last (209) 245-3926 ____________________________ Wofford Heights - large, clean 1/bd apt, new paint & carpet, no pets, no smoking, $450/mo + deposit, water/trash paid, (760) 223-1058 NEED PRAYER? CALL 760-417-6161 KRV PRAYER ROOM

Sunday January 3, 2016 • Sign up Sundays at the Moose, Lake Isabella Mitzi's Pulltab Special - all proceeds go to players! $100 in Moose Money • Doors open at 10am • Warm Ups at 11am Early Birds start at noon • Regular games guarantee $100+ each Blackout pays $250 • Specials will pay all proceeds collected New Cash Ball starts at $100 • Free New Year Dauber for First 40 Entries

Wanted

For Sale

I buy Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs Call Bert (760) 964-2514

Christmas Ornaments On sale in Kernville @ LaDeDah, Mother Lode & Whiskey Flat Antiques. Buy one & get the 2nd one of equal or lesser value for FREE. Now until Christmas

Yard Sales 2928 Dunlap, Lake Isabella (follow signs on Webb) Fri-12/4 & Sat-12/5 • 8am-4pm Baked goods, Xmas decorations & gifts, furn, appliances + lots of misc. ____________________________ 20 & 32 Cowbell Blvd Kernville Multi-family - Sat-12/5 & Sun12/6 • 9am-3pm. Misc Xmas & household items

Need to Sell Your House Fast? I buy mobile homes & houses Cash Today Call Harvey - (760) 304-8554

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: LIGHT GUYS, THE (2015-B6447), 8310 Persimmon Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address: 8310 Persimmon Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. . REGISTRANT: Brendan Gilles Collins, 8310 Persimmon Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Date the business commenced: 10/01/2014. 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: Brendan Gilles Collins. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/29/2015 and expires 10/29/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: NB RELOADING SUPPLY (2015B6571), 6621 Linda Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: 6621 Linda Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Nancy Catherine Whitaker, 6621 Linda Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. 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: Nancy Catherine Whitaker. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/4/2015 and expires 11/4/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: SPACE POTENTIAL (2015-B6576), 11325 Park Square Drive, Apt G104, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailing address: 11325 Park Square Drive, Apt G104, Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGISTRANT: Eun J. Park, 11325 Park Square Drive, Apt G104, Bakersfield, CA 93311. Date the business commenced: 04/20/2015. 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: Eun J. Park. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/4/2015 and expires 11/4/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: SO CAL SK8 AND SURF (2015B6578), 5205 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: 5205 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT: Jamie Tebow, 5205 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Apt. A, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. 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 viola-

tion of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Jamie Tebow. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/5/2015 and expires 11/5/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: PRO-TECH AIR CONDITIONING (2015-B6431), 9510 Ravenwood Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailing address: P.O. Box 21347, Bakersfield, CA 93390. . REGISTRANT: Randy Wayne Crosby, 9510 Ravenwood Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312. Date the business commenced: 11/02/2005. 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: Randy Wayne Crosby. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/28/2015 and expires 10/28/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A. Valenzuela. Published by the Kern River Courier November 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2014-05593-CA, A.P.N.: 393-47306-00, Property Address: 2016 Snowdrop Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311 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 03/12/2004. 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: Jose A. Leon and Rosa Leon, Husband and Wife. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 03/25/2004 as Instrument No. 0204064301 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/18/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $256,343.81. 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: 2016 Snowdrop Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311, A.P.N.: 393-473-06-00. 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 $256,343.81. 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/DefaultManageme nt/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2014-05593-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: November 11, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, 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/MortgageServic es/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.las px For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, 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 November 20, 27 and December 4, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2013-04308-CA, A.P.N.: 390-20310-00, Property Address: 10609 Within Heights Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION

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224 Cypress Lane Wofford Heights Sites in quiet Sr Mobile Home Park Laundry facilities • Fish house Walk to lake • $290/mo. Includes water/trash 760-549-9260 ___________________________

Homes/Mobile Homes For Sale Kernville- 1bd/1ba double wide MH in Senior Park, walking distance to town, ex large living room, shaded yard, carport, covered porch, storage shed, pellet stove, evap cooler, propane heat, $20,000. Call 808-217-7925 or 909-8514488 I buy Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs Call Bert - (760) 964-2514 Need Nothing - Move in Ready

RV spaces with private beach Camp Kernville, 24 Sirretta St. Walking distance to downtown $299/mo. 760-376-2345

2bd/2ba dbl wide MH in 55+ Pk, w/2 car carport, patio/deck. $15K cash (760) 964-2514

R V Space - Lake Isabella Large, large space in 55+ M H P Only 1 available $372/mo. includes trash Paradise Mobile Home Estates (760) 379-2092

Wofford Heights. - 1-2bd/1ba MH in Sportsman TP, Sp.#4, w/lg. deck, xtra rm for storage/shop, new bathrm & pellet stove, fully furn - move in ready! $10k firm, 661-332-8847 or see mngr in Sp A.

Commercial Kernville - two warehouse, shop buildngs for lease - 760-417-9330 • one 1,500 sq ft - $600/mo •one 3,700 sq ft - $1,200/mo (2,000 sq ft main level w/1,700 sq ft loft)

Vacant Land Kernville 2 view lots with underground electricity and well water. Owner will carry. Terms negotiable. (760) 417-0876

Lake Isabella - Move in Ready 3bd/2ba double wide mobile home in 55+ park w/2 car carport, patio/deck. $32K cash - (760) 964-2514

Prime Historical Property For Sale PRIME! PRIME! Downtown Lake Isabella location - 20+ acres w/irrigation well + 3bd/2ba home. Walking distance to everything. Excellent business/investment opportunity. OWC. Lets talk - all terms negotiable. (760) 417-0876

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 04/06/2006. 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: Robert C. Arroyo. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 04/13/2006 as Instrument No. 0206090026 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/18/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $594,146.19. 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: 10609 Within Heights Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93311, A.P.N.: 390-203-1000. 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 $594,146.19. 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/DefaultManageme nt/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2013-04308-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: November 3, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, 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/MortgageServices/De faultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Infor-mation, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, 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 November 20, 27 and December 4, 2015) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: WESTERN HOMES SALES CORPORATION (2015-B6394), 219 Station Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address: 219 Station Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. REGISTRANT: Hoti, Inc., 219 Station Avenue, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Date the business commenced: 04/01/2004. 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: Teresa M. Jacobs, CFO. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/27/2015 and expires 10/27/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier November 20, 27, December 4 and 11, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: JR INVESTMENTS (2015-B6489),

DBA#2: THE REDD GROUP (2015-B6490), DBA#3: PRINT CHEAP FAST (2015-B6491), DBA#4: BUY CHEAP N FAST (B6492), 7413 Senalda Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Mailing address: 7413 Senalda Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313. REGISTRANT: Jesus Guillermo Rojas, 7413 Senalda Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Date the business commenced: 01/01/2014. 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: Jesus Guillermo Rojas. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/30/2015 and expires 10/30/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier November 20, 27, December 4 and 11, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: LIBERTY COMMUNICATIONS (2015-B6487), DBA#2: MI AMERICA (2015-B6488), 4900 California Avenue, Suite 105-B, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address: 7413 Senalda Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313. REGISTRANTS: David Mark Abernathy, 11708 Buffington Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312, Alberto Llamas, 2101 Monterey Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305 and Jesus Guillermo Rojas, 7413 Senalda Court, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Date the business commenced: 05/01/2015. 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: Jesus G. Rojas. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 10/30/2015 and expires 10/30/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier November 20, 27, December 4 and 11, 2015. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: POPPY (2011-B1921) Street address of business: 6748 Lindsay Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Mailing address of Business: 6748 Lindsay Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Nicole D. Rice, 6748 Lindsay Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 03/22/2011. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 10/29/2015. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier: November 27, December 4, 11 and 18, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: NORTH FORK TREASURES (2015-B6751), 16 Tobias Street, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address: 771 Burlington Avenue, Ventura, CA 93004. REGISTRANT: Peggy Lynne Pollard, 771 Burlington Avenue, Ventura, CA 93004. 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: Peggy Lynne Pollard. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/13/2015 and expires 11/13/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier November 27, December 4, 11 and 18, 2015. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-00112-CA, A.P.N.: 371-09110-00, Property Address: 4716 Harris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313 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 12/14/2006. 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: David Leoffler and Sheila Leoffler, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 12/22/2006 as Instrument No. 0206315335 and an Agreement to Modify the terms and provisions of said Deed of Trust as therein provided re-recorded on 05/29/2011 as Instrument No. 0211040978 of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 01/04/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $306,376.28. 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: 4716 Harris Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313, A.P.N.: 371-091-1000. 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 $306,376.28. 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/DefaultMan agement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-00112CA. 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: November 19, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, 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/MortgageServices/Def aultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, 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 December 4, 11 and 18, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2013-02110-CA, A.P.N.: 361-18428-00, Property Address: 7713 Canfield Court, 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 08/01/2006. 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: Alene Smith, a Married Woman, as Her Sole and Separate Property. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 08/11/2006 as Instrument No. 0206197374 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 01/04/2016 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $467,430.34. 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 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: 7713 Canfield Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308, A.P.N.: 361-184-28-00. 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 $467,430.34. 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

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Report, Continued from page 1 final Recreation/USFS Relocation supplemental EA is signed. Additionally, we will begin vegetation mitigation efforts this upcoming year. Stay tuned for small business opportunities in the coming months.

Library, Continued from page 1 On the positive side, Frey believes, they have the potential to become better managed libraries. Corporations will inject their own unique kind of creativity into the system. Librarians will likely be better trained and paid a higher salary. The public will benefit from better resources, better programs, and access to cutting edge thinking and technology. On the negative side, Frey feels corporations have traditionally been very heavy-handed in their attempts to make a profit, so in this type of situation, some formerly free services may begin to cost money. Over time there may be a growing tension between the corporation and local citizens, and virtually every change becomes closely scrutinized by the public. The biggest downside happens if the corporation ignores the needs of the community and wields a heavy-handed corporate agenda. Frey also speculates that most companies are very wary of anything that could cause damage to their reputation, so most of the extreme scenarios are not too likely. And that if the arrangement is structured properly up front, and the community retains ownership of the facility and veto power over any egregious violations, this could indeed become a win-win arrangement for everyone involved. In fact, the best possible arrangement might be if 2-3 companies get very competitive about running libraries with each trying to outdo the other. In that situation, we could all win. According to the New York Times, LSSI got its start 30 years ago developing software for government use, then expanded into running libraries for federal agencies. Now, when ranked by number of branches, it places immediately after LA County, NYC, Chicago and the City of Los Angeles.

Wrap, Continued from page 1 lining envelopes. In the true spirit of American ingenuity, they put it on sale at 10 cents a sheet. Guess what was snapped up in a Kansas City minute? The enterprising brothers tried their experiment again the following year, and the year after that. Finally convinced they were on to something, they began designing and producing their own decorative paper, solely for the purpose of wrapping gifts. Still, let's face it -- gift wrap isn't practical. In fact, it's downright wasteful. So

The Lakeside Village Mobile Home Park property has been acquired and all residents have been relocated. The Corps is securing vacated trailers until they are removed. Trailer removal work is anticipated to begin in November and conclude by the end of December. Joe Moore of Valley Public Radio reports that Kern County is the state's leader when it comes to oil production. The industry drives the local economy, it also helps drive the county's general fund. When the price of oil goes up, county revenues soar. But when the price of oil goes down, officials must cover the shortfall. Moore reports the recent drop in oil prices could cost the county as much as $60 million next year. One of the budgets that has been under pressure in recent years has been the one for the Kern County Library, Moore said. Many branches are only open two or three days a week and twothirds of libraries lack wifi. And unlike many counties, the Kern County library system is almost entirely reliant on money from the county's general fund. Mary Anne Steele, the president of the Bakersfield Friends of Kern County Library says while privatization may work for some small city library systems, she questions whether it's a good idea in a county as large and diverse as Kern, reported Moore. Moore said that Steele also questions the county's transparency in the process, which only brought the issue before the public after weeks of talks. And she points out the county already has ties to LSSI. Current director of libraries Nancy Kerr used to work for LSSI when she ran a library branch in Valencia. Steele says instead of outsourcing library staff to a private company, the county should consider other options like a special tax to help fund the system. The group Advocates for Library Enhancement, whose mission is "Working for Kern County Libraries," are asking for such a tax to augment the library budget. They are asking to change the tax rate from 7.5 to 7.625 percent would raise about $15 million for the library.

why do we spend more than $2 billion on it every year? Maybe it's the element of surprise. Maybe it's because, as research has suggested, we feel more positive about a gift that is wrapped. Or maybe it's just because that paper is so darned pretty. Whatever the case, those two brothers from Kansas City knew a good thing when they stumbled upon it. Because, in case you hadn't guessed it, their last name was Hall. As in Joyce and Rollie Hall, as in Hallmark. You heard it here! (c) 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

Announcements, Continued from page 3 members. Any amount helps and all donations are tax deductible. 100 percent of donations go to rescue equipment. If you are a gold ($500), silver ($250) or bronze ($100) sponsor, you can receive a commemorative plaque. Make checks payable to Kern Valley Search and Rescue, PO Box 1287, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 or donate online at kvsar.com or mail information requests to kernvalleysearchandrescue@gmail.com.

Sandbags available for property protection At this time, sand bags are available for handout at all KCFD Fire Stations. Residents are allowed a maximum of 25 sandbags per address, as supplies are limited. Sandbags will be available from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. seven days a week. Fire department personnel may be out of the fire station on emergency assignments during these hours, so residents may have to return at a later date or time to obtain their sandbags.

Museum Gift Shop ready for the holidays Now is the time to be thinking of Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers. The Gift Shop has something for everyone.

Dine with the Eagles The Fraternal Order of Eagles invites members and the public to come to the Eagles Aerie at 12251 Hwy 178 in Mtn. Mesa for dinner and Karaoke every Saturday night. Dinner is at 5 p.m. and karaoke at 7 p.m. There will be a variety of other fun each time. Call 760-379-3394 for more information.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices Legals, Continued from page 10 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/DefaultMan agement/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 201302110-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: November 20, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, 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/MortgageServic es/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.las px For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, 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 December 4, 11 and 18, 2015) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-01454-CA, A.P.N.: 472-17107-00, Property Address: 3125 Gertrude Street, Rosamond, CA 93560 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE ยง 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 06/29/2005. 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: Evan L. Thacker, Monica J. Thacker. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive Trustee, LLC. Recorded 07/08/2005 as Instrument No. 0205176354 in Book ---, Page --- of Official

Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 12/30/2015 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $147,804.45. 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: 3125 Gertrude Street, Rosamond, CA 93560, A.P.N.: 472-171-0700. 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 $147,804.45. 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/DefaultManageme nt/TrusteeServices.laspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-01454-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: November 17, 2015. Western Progressive Trustee, 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/MortgageServices/De faultManagement/TrusteeServices.laspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE TRUSTEE, 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 December 4, 11 and 18, 2015)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: JANIT SOLUTIONS (2015-B6836), DBA#2: J-NET SERVICES (2015-B6837), 412 Abigail Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address: 412 Abigail Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. REGISTRANT: Janet Enterprises, LLC, 412 Abigail Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Date the business commenced: 10/22/2015. 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: Xochitl Castrejon, Manager. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/18/2015 and expires 11/18/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: M. Dominguez. Published by the Kern River Courier December 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: RIDGECREST INSURANCE STOR (2015-B6652), 649 Maria Court, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Mailing address: 649 Maria Court, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. REGISTRANTS: Eloy Manual Rodriguez, 649 Maria Court, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 and Angela Vass-Rodriguez, 649 Maria Court, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as a Married Couple. 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: Eloy Rodriguez. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 11/10/2015 and expires 11/10/2020. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier December 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2015.

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