Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier Ten youths from Kern and Santa Barbara Counties represented the One Spade Youth Packers this year at the 43rd annual Mule Days Celebration in Bishop, CA and brought home numerous ribbons, trophies as world championships. The One Spade Youth Packers is a program started in 1995 by Reid and Eileen Hopkins to develop both character and leadership skills in boys and girls ages 9 through 17. Many of the participants are "at risk" or from a disadvantaged home life. The pro- gram was named after the old Jordan Hot Springs ranch brand. The program seeks to give the kids an outdoor experience with horses and mules that may otherwise be unattain- able to them, to instill discipline and FREE PRESORTED Kernville Standard U.S. Postage PAID Permit 25 news > views > announcements > columns > events > things you can use >>> C KERN RI V E R KERN RI V E R Bodfish Bob tosses salad and slaw. Wednesday 6 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 186,573 acre-feet Reservoir peak 220,365 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Kern Inflow at Kernville 392 cfs (5-hr avg.) Lower Kern Outflow 1198 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 511 cfs Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal. Youth learn about conservation in WildPlaces. Much lies for the week ahead in the Courier Calendar. Friday high 84° Sunny Friday low 54° Clear Saturday high 83° Sunny Saturday low 56° Clear Sunday high 83° Sunny Sunday low 56° Mostly clear National Weather Service 2 5 7 weekend weather kern river water data: Out Inside people > dining > lodging > adventure > history > nature > fun & games > things you can do >>> ourier ourier C Friday, June 22, 2012 Serving the Kern River & Isabella Lake Communities www.kernrivercourier.com Vol. 9 No. 20 Join in with the fun & games pages. 4 Packers leave no spade unturned Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier Just before 6:15 p.m. on June 19, fire- fighters were called out from Kern County Fire Department, Bureau of Land Management, and the US Forest Service responded to the to a fast moving Gulch Fire, a wildland fire that started at the French Gulch Bridge on Highway 155. Two hundred firefighters were quickly on scene battling the blaze and two hun- dred more followed throughout the evening to the incident. Upon arrival, fire crews were faced with two acres of light grass, brush, and scattered timber burn- ing at a moderate rate of spread up the hill- side. The fire grew quickly in size threaten- ing one hundred and fifty structures and consumed over three hundred acres. Gulch Fire claims 450 acres respect for them- selves, others and nature. After careful selec- tion of team mem- bers, the team begins training each January. In May, they compete at the world famous Bishop Mule Days against other children and adults from all over the country. The program uses a hands-on approach with a team focus to teach wilderness ethics, mule anatomy/physiology, shoeing, feeds and feeding, equine nutrition and first aid. Various packing techniques including the Decker, Sawbuck and Aparejo are taught. The entire program is provided at no cost to the children or their families. The pri- mary sponsor in the Kern Valley is the Rotary Club, along with numerous other groups. Lyndsey M. Braswell/ Special to the Courier The destructive Gulch Fire as captured from across Isabella Lake Wednesday evening. Solstice brings on summer Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier Wednesday marked the Summer Solstice. Each year, the timing of the solstice depends on when the Sun reaches its farthest point north of the equator. It occurs exactly when the axial tilt of a planet's semi-axis in a given hemisphere is most inclined towards the star that it orbits. Earth's maximum axial tilt to our star, the Sun, during a solstice is 23° 26'. This hap- pens twice each year, at which times the Sun reaches its highest position in the sky as seen from the North or South Pole respectively. The summer solstice is the solstice that occurs in a hemisphere's summer. The Summer Solstice occurs annu- ally on June 20 or June 21 in North America, depending on the time zone. The word solstice is from the Latin sol- stitium, from sol (sun) and stitium (to stop), reflecting the fact that the Sun appears to stop at this time (and again at the winter solstice). In temperate regions, we notice that the Sun is higher in the sky throughout the day, and its rays strike Earth at a more direct angle, causing the efficient warming we call summer. In the winter, just the opposite occurs: The Sun is at its southernmost point and is low in the sky. Its rays hit the Northern Hemisphere at an oblique angle, creating the feeble winter sun- light. The Sun is directly overhead at its most northern point at "high-noon" on the summer solstice, creating more sunlight in the Northern Hemisphere on this day than any other. Though the summer solstice is an instant in time, the term is also collo- quially used like Midsummer to refer to the day on which it occurs. Except in the Polar Regions (where daylight is continuous for many months), the day on which the summer solstice occurs is the day of the year with the longest period of daylight. In many cultures, the summer sol- stice is a time for celebration. In England, thousands gathered at Stonehenge to watch the sunrise. Many believe that Stonehenge was aligned by a sun-worshiping culture, so the site draws thousands with pagan and New Age beliefs for an all- night party that lasts until sunrise. In early celebrations, The Celts and Slavs celebrated the first day of sum- mer with dancing and bonfires to help increase the sun's energy. The Chinese marked the day by honoring Li, the Chinese Goddess of Light. Perhaps the most enduring modern ties with Summer Solstice were the Druids' celebration of the day as the "wedding of Heaven and Earth", resulting in the present day belief of a "lucky" wedding in June. Reid Hopkins/ Special to the Courier Youth competes in the farm implement class. Mandatory evacuations were put into effect for the communities of Hungry Gulch and Isabella Highlands. An evacua- tion center was established at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. An evacuation cen- ter for large animals was established at the Kern County Animal Shelter in South Lake. During the day, Wednesday, All Valley Satellites, a Lake Isabella satellite service, went into the Senior Center and installed a television with a Dish Network receiver placed outside, to assist evacuees and staff to more easily pass the time. The evacua- tion center was manned by the Kern County Department of Human Services and Department of Public Health. The Salvation Army prepared and served See Fire, page 8 See Packers, page 9
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Ten youths fromKern and SantaBarbara Countiesrepresented the OneSpade Youth Packersthis year at the 43rdannual Mule DaysCelebration inBishop, CA andbrought homenumerous ribbons,trophies as worldchampionships.
The One SpadeYouth Packers is aprogram started in1995 by Reid and Eileen Hopkins todevelop both character and leadershipskills in boys and girls ages 9 through 17.Many of the participants are "at risk" orfrom a disadvantaged home life. The pro-gram was named after the old JordanHot Springs ranch brand.
The program seeks to give the kids anoutdoor experience with horses andmules that may otherwise be unattain-able to them, to instill discipline and
Upper KernKern Inflow at Kernville392 cfs (5-hr avg.)Lower KernOutflow 1198 cfsBorel Canal Outflow 511 cfsData from U.S. ArmyCorps of Engineers
cfs=cubic feet per second1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.
Youth learnabout conservation inWildPlaces.
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Michael BatelaanKern River Courier
Just before 6:15 p.m. on June 19, fire-fighters were called out from Kern CountyFire Department, Bureau of LandManagement, and the US Forest Serviceresponded to the to a fast moving GulchFire, a wildland fire that started at theFrench Gulch Bridge on Highway 155.
Two hundred firefighters were quicklyon scene battling the blaze and two hun-dred more followed throughout theevening to the incident. Upon arrival, firecrews were faced with two acres of lightgrass, brush, and scattered timber burn-ing at a moderate rate of spread up the hill-side. The fire grew quickly in size threaten-ing one hundred and fifty structures andconsumed over three hundred acres.
Gulch Fire claims 450 acres
respect for them-selves, others andnature.
After careful selec-tion of team mem-bers, the team beginstraining eachJanuary. In May, theycompete at the worldfamous Bishop MuleDays against otherchildren and adultsfrom all over thecountry.
The program usesa hands-onapproach with ateam focus to teachwilderness ethics,
mule anatomy/physiology, shoeing, feedsand feeding, equine nutrition and first aid.Various packing techniques including theDecker, Sawbuck and Aparejo are taught.
The entire program is provided at no costto the children or their families. The pri-mary sponsor in the Kern Valley is theRotary Club, along with numerous othergroups.
Lyndsey M. Braswell/ Special to the Courier
The destructive Gulch Fire as captured from across Isabella Lake Wednesday evening.
Solstice brings on summerMichael BatelaanKern River Courier
Wednesday marked the SummerSolstice. Each year, the timing of thesolstice depends on when the Sunreaches its farthest point north of theequator. It occurs exactly when theaxial tilt of a planet's semi-axis in agiven hemisphere is most inclinedtowards the star that it orbits. Earth'smaximum axial tilt to our star, the Sun,during a solstice is 23° 26'. This hap-pens twice each year, at which timesthe Sun reaches its highest position inthe sky as seen from the North orSouth Pole respectively. The summersolstice is the solstice that occurs in ahemisphere's summer.
The Summer Solstice occurs annu-ally on June 20 or June 21 in NorthAmerica, depending on the time zone.The word solstice is from the Latin sol-stitium, from sol (sun) and stitium (tostop), reflecting the fact that the Sunappears to stop at this time (and againat the winter solstice).
In temperate regions, we noticethat the Sun is higher in the skythroughout the day, and its rays strikeEarth at a more direct angle, causingthe efficient warming we call summer.In the winter, just the opposite occurs:The Sun is at its southernmost pointand is low in the sky. Its rays hit theNorthern Hemisphere at an obliqueangle, creating the feeble winter sun-light. The Sun is directly overhead atits most northern point at "high-noon"on the summer solstice, creating moresunlight in the Northern Hemisphereon this day than any other.
Though the summer solstice is aninstant in time, the term is also collo-quially used like Midsummer to referto the day on which it occurs. Exceptin the Polar Regions (where daylight iscontinuous for many months), the dayon which the summer solstice occursis the day of the year with the longestperiod of daylight.
In many cultures, the summer sol-stice is a time for celebration. InEngland, thousands gathered atStonehenge to watch the sunrise.Many believe that Stonehenge wasaligned by a sun-worshiping culture,so the site draws thousands withpagan and New Age beliefs for an all-night party that lasts until sunrise.
In early celebrations, The Celts andSlavs celebrated the first day of sum-mer with dancing and bonfires to helpincrease the sun's energy. The Chinesemarked the day by honoring Li, theChinese Goddess of Light.
Perhaps the most enduring modernties with Summer Solstice were theDruids' celebration of the day as the"wedding of Heaven and Earth",resulting in the present day belief of a"lucky" wedding in June.
Reid Hopkins/ Special to the Courier
Youth competes in the farm implement class.
Mandatory evacuations were put intoeffect for the communities of HungryGulch and Isabella Highlands. An evacua-tion center was established at the LakeIsabella Senior Center. An evacuation cen-ter for large animals was established at theKern County Animal Shelter in SouthLake.
During the day, Wednesday, All ValleySatellites, a Lake Isabella satellite service,went into the Senior Center and installed atelevision with a Dish Network receiverplaced outside, to assist evacuees and staffto more easily pass the time. The evacua-tion center was manned by the KernCounty Department of Human Servicesand Department of Public Health. TheSalvation Army prepared and served
See Fire, page 8
See Packers, page 9
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Regular activitiesFridays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS #2293 weight lossgroup, Veterans Hall #2, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272.■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group,Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871.■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group,Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935.■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and lunch at Eagles,open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers and HotRods, Senior Center, Sierra Vista Restaurant,16575 Hwy 178, Weldon.■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Churchgame night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030Perdue, Lake Isabella.■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce,11447 Kernville Rd., Kernville760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701
Saturdays■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Nuui CunniCenter, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, LakeshoreLodge, Wofford Heights.■ 5 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Centennial Group,Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m. Poker Pool 3p.m., Dinner 5-7p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers squaredancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. PotLuck, 7 p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR HealthCenter, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112or 760-417-9701■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discusion, 4030 Perdue,Lake Isabella.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030Perdue, Lake Isabella.
Sundays■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public wel-come. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877.■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, public.welcom. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise CoveRestaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112.■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 EvansRd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701
Mondays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, Lakeridge Clubhouse,Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206.■ 2 - 3 p.m., Hospice Grief Support Group,6040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010.■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley DemocraticClub, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, LakeIsabella. 760-379-0043.■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship),Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629.■ 5 - 7 p.m., Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa,open to public, 1st. Mon. 760-379-3394.■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro CosoCollege, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461.■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st BaptistChurch, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082.■ 7 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844.■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or760-379-7312.■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn.Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.
Tuesdays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, KernvilleMethodist Church. 909-753-9043.■ 9:30 - 11a.m., Me & My Friends children’s play-group, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556.■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group.760-379-1129.■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department ofPublic Health Immunization Clinic 7050 LakeIsabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E.Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-376-4249.■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District.
Public invited. 760-376-2189.■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-BodfishProperty Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella(760) 760-379-1830.■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group,Bakersfield. 760-376-1606.■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society,Senior Center, Lake Isabella.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 EvansRd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church,20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112
Wednesdays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters,senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-379-9921.■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579.■ 9:30 - 11 a.m., Me & My Friends children’splaygroup, Kernville Methodist Church, 760-379-2556.■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commercemeeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236.■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open topublic, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle,Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd.,Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt.Mesa. 760-376-4249.■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, OptimalHospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.■ 5:30 p.m., Weight Watchers, Weldon MethodistChurch. 760-267-4693.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, SeniorCenter Veterans Room, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086.■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club,631 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts.■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. Live band.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA book study, 4030Perdue, Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 EvansRd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts.
Thursdays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, KernvilleMethodist Church. 909-753-9043.■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329.■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council,Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella.■ 9:30 a.m. (2nd Thu.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center,Rm. 1, Lake Isabella.■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Clubmeeting, Elks Lodge.■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, Lake IsabellaLibrary. 760-379-2303.■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French GulchCampground.■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River ValleyCollaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., LakeIsabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601.■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public.760-379-3877.■ 4:30 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republicans of KernValley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella.760-376-1462.■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, Ewing’s restaurant,Kernville.■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake Ridge MobileHome Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in5:30 p.m.■ 6 p.m. Alano Club, NA book study, 4030Perdue, Lake Isabella.■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, LakeIsabella. New members welcome.■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley AstronomyClub, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.
Bingo Guide■ Friday, noon, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club,Fay Ranch Road., Weldon■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, Lake IsabellaBlvd., Lake Isabella.■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m.,St. Jude Catholic Church, Hwy. 155 & Nellie DentDr., Wofford Hts.
This information is sent to the Courier bythe groups listed. It is suggested that groupsprovide a phone number in case interestedindividuals need more information, or meetingtimes have changed.
Published FridaysSpotlighting the best of the Kern River ValleyPublisher Michael Batelaan
CalendarThe CourierNuui Cunni Farmers MarketJune 23The Kern River Paiute Council invites youto visit the Nuui Cunni Farmers Marketfrom 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for your fruit and pro-duce needs. Local honey, fresh eggs, heal-ing native plant salves and teas, plus locallygrown produce. The market is located at2600 Highway 155 between Lake Isabellaand Wofford Heights at the French Gulch
Forest Service Recreation Area. For moreinformation please contact the Nuui CunniCultural Center 760-549-0800.
Lakeshore Farmers MarketJune 23Hosted by the Kern Valley GrowersAssociation, this Market features locallygrown certified fruit, produce, eggs andhoney, along with certified organic producefrom various organizations and shadegrown, organic coffee, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.The market is at the Lakeshore Lodge, 7466Wofford Blvd. in Wofford Heights. Theyaccept EBT/SNAP/CalFresh cards. Forinformation call David Dills 760-812-7833.
Reptiles at the libraryJune 23Join the fun at the Kern River Valley BranchLibrary on Saturday, June 23 at 7054 LakeIsabella Blvd, Lake Isabella for a specialprogram beginning at 3:30 p.m. when E &M Reptiles will present an educational one-hour show and a diverse menagerie of liv-ing bugs, frogs, snakes, lizards, turtles andtortoises. The library is happy to have thesupport of several local merchants whohave donated prizes for every child whoreads 10 books by July 28, so visit the localbranch today and sign up. And rememberto visit the Facebook page for continual up-to-date information on library programs.Or call 760-549-2083 for more information.
Omnipresent Puppet TheaterJune 23The Omnipresent Puppet Theater is beingheld at the Kernville Branch Library at10:30 a.m., 48 Tobias, Kernville or at theWofford Heights Branch at 2 p.m. at 6400-B Wofford Blvd., Wofford Heights. Call theKernville library at 760-376-6180 or theWofford Heights branch at 760-376-6160for more information.
Exploring the Night SkyJune 23The Kern River Valley Astronomy Club willpresent an outdoor slide shows with tele-scope at 7 p.m., Saturday, June 23 at theamphitheater at the Tillie CreekCampground. Viewed will be the moon,Mars, Saturn, the Hercules Cluster, Albireoand several other magnificent night skyobjects. Bring a flashlight, blanket and lightsweater or jacket as the evenings can becool. For more information about the pro-gram, call the Forest Service office at 760-379-5646.
Veterans of Foreign Wars breakfastJune 24Have breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Sunday June 24 at the Kern River ValleyVFW Post 7665 Hall, 2811 Nugget Ave. inLake Isabella. For information call 760-379-3877.
Kern Valley Political ActionJune 24The Kern Valley Political Action Committeemeeting will be at Bob and Holly Gross’s onSunday June 24 at 5 p.m. There will be apotluck with the meeting after.
Commodities distributionJune 26Government food commodities will be dis-tributed to those who qualify on Tuesday,June 26 at the New Life Church in WoffordHeights, Grace Chapel in Mountain Mesaand at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella.Distribution starts at 8 a.m.
Kernville Chamber Installation June 25The Kernville Chamber of Commerce2012-2013 Board of Directors has beenestablished and the public is invited to cel-ebrate the installation. Musical entertain-ment provided by Acoustic River, doorprizes donated by Pizza Barn, Vitalia’sDance and Fitness and Valley Fitness.Dinner costs $26 per person. The event willtake place at the Lodge at Painted Rock,2908 Pearl Harbor Drive, Keyesville RSVPto the Chamber Office before June 22 at760-376-2629 or email them [email protected].
Kernville Mule and Donkey daysJune 22, 23, and 24Kernville Mule and Donkey Days is com-ing up at Jake’s Place Arena, 13141 SierraWay, in Kernville on Friday, Saturday andSunday, June 22, 23 and 24. For moreinformation see the KernvilleMuleDonkeyDays site on Facebook or call 760-376-1205. You can also email [email protected].
Rod MiddleworthKern River Courier Columnist
A friend of mineand I were talkingand he waslamenting abouthis birthday. Hesaid he wouldsoon be 65 and hislife was slippingaway and to datehe had accom-plished nothing ofnote.
“Au Contrare,” I said. “I’venoticed that by surviving until now,is to have passeda major milestonebecause a largemajority of guysdon’t make it to65. As a matter offact I, asspokesman,would like to wel-come you to the official club ofGeezerhood.”
Let me give you a partial list ofperks you can look forward to.
If you ride a bus, you now willfind that if you hunch over andshuffle while boarding, people willgive you a seat.
From now on if you make a mis-take, because of your age andapproaching senility, few, if any, willpoint them out.
Also you, in your geezerhood,will be allowed to tell the same storyover and over no matter how manytimes your audience has heard it.Most people will politely listen and
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Geezerhood around cornerThings I have noticed...
Fireworks donations soughtIt's that time once again to celebrate our country's Independence Day! The KernRiver Valley Chamber of Commerce has a long standing tradition of hosting afireworks show for both local residents and visitors. With other shows in sur-rounding areas being canceled, or on the brink of being canceled, we do not wantto find ourselves in the situation of disappointing our visitors. As is the case everyyear, the fireworks show is dependent solely upon donations from the communi-ty. With about two months to go, we are far short of meeting our goal of $14,000to put on this year's event. If you would like to sponsor a shell via credit card, youcan do that online at: http://www.kernrivervalleychamber.com/fireworks.html. Ifyou would like to make your donation in person, just drop by the Chamber officeat 6404-B Lake Isabella Blvd, Tuesday thru Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
New Volunteer OrientationSummer time is the best time to give back to families in need. Optimal Hospice
Care is hosting a New Volunteer Orientation, Wednesday, July 18 from 9 a.m. to1 p.m. The Hospice is recruiting for support in all of the outlying communitiesand also has a special need for hairstylists willing to donate a little time and com-passion for patients who can no longer leave their home to get a haircut. Alsobeing sought are certified/registered pet therapy teams to join the CarePals pro-gram and as always, more volunteers who are interested in sharing the gift ofsong by joining the Karaoke Singers Group are wanted. If you are interested in
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not remind you of your repetition . At your now advanced age of
Geezerness you can drive and lookaway from the road, while turningthe steering wheel in the directionyou look. Passengers, while fearingfor their lives, can only quietly sug-gest you might consider lookingdown the road you are driving.
Geezers are allowed to eat icecream regardless of doctors’ orders.You can excuse this by quoting theGrand Poo Bah Geezer who says“Ice Cream makes you strong, virile,handsome and encourages hairgrowth on your head and torso.”
At our age, any type of bodyactivity is wel-comed.
As anordainedGeezer we canwear socks thatdon’t match andshoes that arescuffy and
unpolished and no one will care. At meetings we can turn our
hearing aids down and nod off if weare bored. Few if any will nudge usif we snore.
So I said to my friend, the yearsahead as a Practicing Geezer willgive you hope, enjoyment and muchto live for. So enjoy yourGeezerhood, Grasshopper, and for-get the birthdays!
Wofford Heights resident RodMiddleworth, a retired security man-ager for Pacific Bell, is an instructorfor the local AARP Driver SafetyProgram.
AnnouncementsCommunity
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June 25th 9 - 1
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The big bang theoryMichael BatelaanKern River Courier Publisher
No not the TVshow and cer-tainly not thetheory of whatsome believe putthe stars andplanets in place,but a big bangtheory of ourvery own. It hasto do with thesize and length ofthis year’s fireworks extravagan-za over Isabella Lake.
You see as the local theorygoes the more money that israised for the fireworks show,the bigger the bang!
The event sponsor, the KernRiver Valley Chamber ofCommerce, is looking to light afire under people for donationsneeded for the Saturday, June 30show.
The fireworks display, whichis funded entirely by donations,once again finds itself short ofthe $14,000 fuse needed to reachthe show’s ignition point.
The phrases “the sky’s thelimit” and “more bang for thebuck” truly apply when it comesto the size and length of thisannual show, which is directlyrelated to the amount of dona-tions received from individualsand businesses by the Chamber.
This year, the fireworks arestill being scheduled to rocket
over the lake from Engineer’sPoint on Saturday, June 30, atapproximately 9 p.m. But thesize and shape of this year’s(and next year’s) display, asalways, will be determined byfunds collected over the nexttwo weeks.
The Kern River ValleyChamber of Commerce hasplaced big red firecracker canis-ters at business locations aroundthe valley.
For those willing to shell outfor this explosive event, individ-ual shells can be sponsored bysize as well, proving that when itcomes to fireworks, size doesmatter. The more bucks the big-ger the BANG! Shells can besponsored from $10 for a 2-inchshell, to a dam-buster (not liter-ally, of course) 10-inch bomb-shell for $500. All funds godirectly to the fireworks pur-chase.
Fireworks donations can bemade at the Kern River ValleyChamber of Commerce office at6404 Lake Isabella Blvd., LakeIsabella across from the SeniorCenter, by mail to KRVCC, P.O.Box 567, Lake Isabella, CA93240-0567 or online usingPayPal or credit card atwww.fireworks.kernrivervalley.com
Michael Batelaan is publisherof the Kern River Courier. He canbe reached at [email protected]
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Thanking firefighters, friends and neighborsThe home owners of Valley View in the Piute mountains would like to thank
the Kern County Fire Department, Jim Rocha, the Rio Bravo Hot shot crew andthe Kern River Valley Fire Safety Council for assisting us by driving up SaddleSprings Road and chipping more than a half mile of cut limbs and brush thatwas piled up by many of our neighbors who have been clearing and trimming-up on their properties for fire reduction in an attempt to create a wildland firesafe community.
Hayward’s Outback would also like to thank all our family and friends whofor the last two years have been coming up and donating their time and hardwork helping us to create a defensible space in which firefighters can safelywork to protect our cabins. Thank You, Hayward & Chris Mendenhall
“”At meetings we can turn our
hearing aids down and nod off if weare bored.
- Middleworth
Bodfish Bob‘s Cole Slaw
1 cabbage head (larger than a softball)1/2 cup ketchup1/2 cup vinegar1/2 cup light brown sugarsalt to tastemore pepper than normal taste1 T worchester saucehot sauce to taste
Chop cabbage very fine. Mixremaining ingredients and pourover cabbage. Let set severalhours in the fridge. Overnight isbest.
This will keep a couple ofweeks in fridge.
Bodfish Bob‘s BLT Pasta Salad
2 cups tri-color corkscrew pasta3-4 green onions, finely chopped
1-2 large tomatoes, diced1/2 cup diced celery1/4 cup diced bell pepper1 cup mayonnaise5 tsp white vinegarsalt and pepper to taste1 lb. bacon, cooked and crumbled
Cook pasta according to pack-age directions. Drain and rinsein cold water. In large bowl,combine the pasta, onions, toma-toes, celery, and bacon. In smallbowl, combine mayonnaise,vinegar, salt and pepper. Pourover pasta mixture and toss tocoat. Cover and chill for at least4 hours. Stir again, before serv-ing.
Bodfish Bob‘s Cucumbers in Sour Cream
2 cups peeled and sliced cucumbers1/2 tsp salt1/2 cup sour cream2 tsp vinegar1/2 tsp sugar2 tsp instant minced onion1/2 tsp dill weeddash of cayenne peppercracked black pepper
Place cucumber slices in bowl.Sprinkle with salt and cover withcold water. Refrigerate 30 min-utes. Drain well, combineremaining ingredients and tosslightly. Chill at least one hourbefore serving.
Visit Bodfish Bob on the inter-net at www.bodfishbob.com oremail him at bodfishbob @hot-mail.com
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By Sam Struckhoff
PICKS OF THE WEEK“The Hunter” (R) — Willem
Dafoe plays a grizzled gun for hiresent on a hunt for the elusiveTasmanian tiger. In the Tasmanianwilderness, he stays in a run-downold house with a family that also isin search of the supposedly extincttiger. Deep into the jungle, Dafoerealizes that the shadowy organiza-tion that sent a lone gunman acrossthe world to bring back DNA sam-ples from a rare animal could havehidden motives and might even beuntrustworthy.
The plot can get as dense as thejungle, making it hard to appreciatewhat’s going on. Like a real huntingtrip, much of the time is spent ongetting there, setting up and thenwaiting. It’s not an intense thrillride, and the plot can get in the wayof the character’s journey. Butalthough “The Hunter” can be hardto get into, it’s not your commonfare.
“God Bless America” (R) —Frank (Joel Murray) is a bitter, sad,divorced and dying man, and he’sour hero in this film. In his bleakestmoment, Frank finds comfort inkilling reality television stars andother obnoxious jerks. TeenageRoxy (Tara Lynne Barr) is just asmisanthropic, and admires Frank’s
initiative. The twoteam up for onebig road trip andkilling spreeagainst the brain-dead denizens ofpop culture.
So it’s a darkkind of comedy.The kind of come-dy where you’resupposed to laughwhen somebodygets killed forbeing annoying,feel bad about it
for a second, then laugh at the nextthing. The outrage and indignationbehind the script can get a littleoverbearing. Certainly not foreveryone, but worth checking outwhen you feel like you’ve hadenough with the pop culturesideshow.
“Jesus Henry Christ” (PG-13) —This movie may be too quirky tolive. Wonder-kid Henry JamesHerman is 10 years old and alreadywants to go to college. When littleHenry starts asking his single moth-er about the identity of his father,two families are pulled together intoa vortex of uncomfortable, cutesyweirdness. Even lovers of the oddand eccentric might find this one tobe just too forced.
Supervisor’s rep holding office hoursJune 26Lori Acton, field representative for FirstDistrict Supervisor Jon McQuiston, willhold office hours Tuesday June 26 from 9a.m. to 1 p.m. and is available to meet withwalk-in constituents. For more informa-tion, call 760-549-2068.
Learn about radio-controlled airplanesJune 26At the next general meeting of the KernValley Historical Society on Tuesday, June26 at 7 p.m., Rod Middleworth and mem-bers of the KMAK aircraft club will explainand demonstrate the skills needed to fly aradio-controlled airplane without crashingit into a concrete wall. There will be a line-up of many kinds of airplanes. As always,it’s free to the public. The event takes placeat the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Forquestions call 760-376-6683. Remember themuseum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Thursday through Sunday.
Astronomy fun at the libraryJune 28Learn about astronomy at the Kern RiverValley Branch Library on Thursday, June28 at 7 p.m. See the library’s FaceBookpage or call 760-549-2083 for more infor-mation.
Working Wildlife with Jeff LeeJune 30Come to the Kern River Valley BranchLibrary on Saturday, June 30 at 7054 LakeIsabella Blvd, Lake Isabella for a specialprogram beginning at 3:30 p.m. when JeffLee will explain working wildlife. See thelibrary’s FaceBook page or call 760-549-2083 for more information.
Glennville lawnmower racingJune 30Join the folks in Glennville for the finest ingrass cutting, mulching, rear bagging, sidedischarging action with four classes of rid-ing lawnmower racing on Saturday, June30. Heat races start at high noon and theconcession stand will be open at 11 a.m.Bring a lawn chair and a pop up tent if youhave one. Limited Sportsman’s Class (basi-cally stock mowers, must use 28CI “L” headengine); Sportsman’s Class (must use singlecylinder mower engine); Modified Class(Must use two-cylinder engine); and SuperModified Class (any engine, any drive,front engine mower). Glennville Mower-Sports Arena, 100 Pascoe Road, Glennville(20 miles up Highway 155. Call 661-536-8330 or 760-350-9700 for more information.
Nuui Cunni 4th of July celebrationJune 30The Nuui Cunni Cultural Center will host itsannual July 4th celebration on SaturdayJune 30 from 4 p.m. until the end of the fire-works. Call 760-549-0800 for more infor-mation.
Lake Isabella fireworks spectacularJune 30The Kern River Valley Chamber of
Calendar,Continued from page 2
Commerce has a long-standing tradition ofhosting a fireworks show for both local resi-dents and visitors. If you would like to spon-sor a shell via credit card, you can do thatonline at: http://www.kernrivervalleycham-ber.com/fireworks.html. If you would like tomake your donation in person, just drop bythe Chamber office at 6404-B Lake IsabellaBlvd. Tuesday thru Friday from 9:30am to4pm. You can call 760-379-5236 or [email protected].
Toddler time at the libraryJuly 5Toddlers are invited to come to the KernRiver Valley Branch Library on ThursdayJuly 5 at 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd, LakeIsabella for a special program beginning at11:15 a.m. See the library's Facebook pageor call 760-549-2083 for more information.
Prayer BreakfastJuly 5The public is invited to participate in themonthly prayer breakfast at Los Polomosrestaurant in Lake Isabella on the firstThursday of each month from 7 a.m. to 8a.m.
Vacation Bible schoolJuly 6, 7, 8Kernville 1st Baptist Church will be holdinga vacation Bible school for all children. It willmeet at 6 p.m. on Friday July 6, 11 a.m.Saturday July 7 and 10:45 a.m. on SundayJuly 8 at 46 Valley View Drive in Kernville.For more information, call 760-376-6403.
The Magic of Christopher LopezJuly 7Come to the Kern River Valley BranchLibrary on Saturday July 7 at 7054 LakeIsabella Blvd, Lake Isabella and be amazedbeginning at 3:30 p.m. See the library'sFacebook page or call 760-549-2083 formore information.
1952 Bakersfield Earthquake July 12Come to the Kern River Valley BranchLibrary on Thursday, July 12 at 7054 LakeIsabella Blvd, Lake Isabella for a special pro-gram beginning at 5 p.m. when Ron Bolyardwill explain what happened during the 1952Bakersfield earthquake. See the library'sFacebook page or call 760-549-2083 formore information.
Dream Big story timeJuly 13Don’t miss the Dream Big story time at theKernville Branch Library at 10:30 a.m. at 48Tobias, Kernville on Friday, July 13. Call theKernville library at 760-376-6180 for moreinformation.
To include your event in the free CourierCalendar, submit the information to us byTuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make Friday’sissue. Events must be open to the public andif there is any cost, it must be listed. Itemssubmitted for our free Calendar listings maybe shortened. Listings are printed in chrono-logical order by event date and space avail-able. Submitted items deemed businessadvertising will not be accepted. Some eventinformation gathered from the chambers ofcommerce, KRVR or www.kernvalley.com.
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Immersed in the wild placesMehmet McMillanDirector and Founder, WildPlacesSpecial to the Courier
Youth and adult volunteers from thenon-profit organizations WildPlaces inSpringville, CA and Dolores HuertaFoundation in Arvin, CA conducted a 5-day restoration, education, culture identi-ty, and adventure camp called Immersedin the Wild within the Giant SequoiaNational Monument from June 18 - 22.
Through this program, youth willrestore and enhance Long Meadow andthe Tule River; learn about water and landconservation issues; experience rockclimbing, mountain biking, and black-smithing; experience the cultural signifi-cance of Danza Azteca; hike throughGiant sequoia groves; and advance theirlevels of self-discovery and critical think-ing while becoming better advocates forwild and rural places.
"Our volunteers and project partners(USFS, Dolores Huerta Foundation,Sequoia Natural History Association,
Southern Sierra Climb Association,Sierra Nevada Alliance , AmeriCorps,and Bergen Farms) contribute enormoustime and resources to close the deficitbetween nature and youth engagementon public lands", says Mehmet McMillanof WildPlaces. "Poor policy decisions,inadequate watershed/land education,and apathy must be reversed. Throughthis project, WildPlaces, DHF and othersare changing the public's mindset frompassive to active action in the protectionand understanding of wild and ruralplaces."
Additional financial and capacity sup-port is needed from those concernedabout youth empowerment, naturalresources, and jobs. Invest in theImmersed in the Wild Program, which ispartially supported by the Foundation forYouth Investment, Northern CAGrassroots Fund, DHF, USFS, privatedonations, and the Sierra NevadaAmeriCorps Partnership. To become anactive financial partner, contact MehmetMcMillan at 760-447-1702.
Kern River Valley informationEmergencies call■ Ambulance■ Fire■ Law Enforcement■ Search & Rescue■ Lake Patrol■ Forest Service
Recreation informationU.S. Forest ServiceIsabella Lake office:4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646
Kernville office:105 Whitney Rd.760-376-3781(around the corner from the museum)Closed weekends.
General infomationKern River Valley Chamber of Commerce6404 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake Isabella(across from Senior Center)Local: 760-379-5236Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN
KernvilleChamber of Commerce11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville(corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads) Local: 760-376-2629Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE
9-1-1
LegendBoat Launch Ramps Camp Grounds Towns Hospital + Other Features
STATISTICSGeneral
Drainage Area 2,093 Square MilesCapacity, Gross Pool 570,000 Acre-Ft.Surface Area, Gross Pool 11,400Shoreline, Gross Pool 38 milesLength, Gross Pool 9 miles
Main DamMaximum Height 185 FeetLength at Crest 1695 Feet
Lake ConstructionStarted March 1948Finished April 1953
WoffordHeights
Tillie CreekLive Oak
North Fork Marina
Boulder Gulch
Rich GulchHungry Gulch
West SideFrench Gulch
French Gulch MarinaPioneer Point
WoffordHeights
Park
LakeIsabella
to Ridgecrest
MountainMesa
Kernville
Southlake
M.L. Ludiker Artwork & Design
Lake Isabella
South Fork Recreation Area
South Fork Wildlife ParkingArea
ModelAircraftControllers
Robinson Cove
County Dump
Airport
Golf Course
Cyrus Canyon OHV AreaTarget Range
Hospital
ParadiseCove
Main DamKissack BayLI Visitor Center
Old Isabella RdAuxiliary DamEngineer Point
Wildlife Area
StineCoveCamp
9
Sierr
a Way
Mou
ntain
99
To Baker
sfield
WaterSkiArea
Hanning Flat
Map courtesyMike Ludiker
www.kernvalley.com
Pictured is a 5 pound troutcaught on a Panther Martinat the upper Kern River just below Limestone.By Dan Hermanns, ofCypress, CA
Photo submitted
HermannsMonster
"Fathers, do not exasperate yourchildren; instead, bring them up inthe training and instruction of theLord." Ephesians 6:4
Men, it is not enough to just live aright life in front of your child, youmust explain to them why it's right.They need to know the why and thehow behind what you do. Yourwords work wonders in their tenderand teachable hearts. Your instruc-tion means you care to coach andtrain them in truth. Its Dad's tutor-ing of his tribe that empowers hislittle ones for life. They may not actas if they're listening, but they are.Teaching truth transforms.
Truth leaves your lips and lodgesin their hearts. When you take thetime to transfer truth to your childyou are setting them up for success.Truth is transformational and free-ing. It gives confidence, direction,and discernment. As they move intomaturity you won't always be there,but truth will see them through."Instead, speaking the truth in love,we will in all things grow up into himwho is the Head, that is, Christ"(Ephesians 4:15).
Instruct them how to balance acheck book, change a flat tire, mowthe lawn, shoot a gun, dress appro-
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KernvilleFather’s Heart Foursquare ChurchKernville Elementary School, Kernville. ServiceSunday 9:30 a.m. 760-223-6704First Baptist Church of Kernville46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday Service10:45 a.m. 760-376-6403Kernville United Methodist Church251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. WorshipCelebration, 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9a.m., Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014St. Peter’s Anglican Church11900 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday Service10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362St. Sherrian’s Episcopal ChurchServices held at Kernville United MethodistChurch. Sundays 11 a.m.
Wofford HeightsFamily Life Center Foursquare Church20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights. SundayService 10:30 a.m. 760-376-6719New Life Assembly of God25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights. SundayServices 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402St. Jude Catholic Church86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m.(760) 376-2416Calvary Chapel125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights. Services:Sun. 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789Christ Fellowship80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights. SundayService 10:30 a.m.
Lake IsabellaFirst Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 8:30a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.760-379-5615Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella.Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. Wed. 5:30 p.m. 760-417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. SundayServices 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640Mt. View Southern Baptist Church2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.760-379-4296Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church(LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. SundayServices 11 a.m. 760-379-2343Kern Valley Bible Church3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. SundayServices 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 Church of the Nazarene2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. SundayService 10:30 a.m. 760) 379-2062Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120Lake Isabella Church of Christ3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. WorshipSunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Biblestudy Sun. 10 a.m.Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. SaturdayService 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed.Service 6 p.m. 760-379-5819
Southlake/WeldonKern Christian Church “The River”14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday Services8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. 760-378-3780He Cares Fellowship16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Services Sunday9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 760-379-6935Weldon United Methodist Church20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday Services 9a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-2321Weldon Baptist Church20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday Services10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 760-378-4964
Church listings are free. Please contactthe Courier office.
Valley places of worship
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Effective fathers instructpriately, carry on a conversation,swim, fly a kite, book a plane ticketonline, memorize poetry, journal,pray, study the Bible, grill burgers,and make homemade ice cream.Children crave being with their dadand learning his lessons from life.Tell them when you messed up,what you learned, and what you didright. Explain that their best motiva-tions are love of God, and love forpeople. Teach lovingly and patiently.
Above all, teach them to know,understand, love, and fear Jesus. Heis the truth. "I am the way and thetruth and the life…" (John 14:6a). Themore they go to Jesus, the morethey will be educated in what mat-ters most. He will reveal to themwisdom and understanding. Instructyour child in intimacy with theAlmighty, and they will be inspiredwith a heart of humility, and theywill aspire to know the mind ofChrist. Lead them to sit at the feet oftheir Savior and learn from Him."Take my yoke upon you and learnfrom me…" (Matthew 11:29a). Howcan I best instruct my child? What istheir unique learning style?
Reading #9 in the 30-day devotionalbook, "Wisdom for Fathers".
Clarence Semonious, PastorPrince of Peace LutheranFellowship, Kernville
Proverbs 9:10teaches, “Thefear of the LORDis the beginningof wisdom, andthe knowledge ofthe Holy One isinsight.”
I have my ownexperiences todraw on as anunderstanding of a healthy fear.But a friend, who lives in anotherstate told me about an encounterthat he experi-enced that Iwant to use toillustrate thatconcept.
My friendrelated thestory of aninterestingconversation he once had withone of his colleagues. They wereat a circuit gathering at one ofthe parishes of the circuit and thelocal pastor was preparing forthe opening worship. He busiedhimself with the altar and thethings for the communion serv-ice.
“Then, when it came time forthe service, he approached thechancel and made a deep bow
before he turned to us and beganthe service,” my friend said.
Afterwards, he asked the pas-tor why he had not bowed whilepreparing the altar but did in theservice? Was the one who wasworthy of such honor not therethe whole time?
My answer to his question isyes, the one to be honored ispresent at all times; but can ren-dering honor be accomplished inmore than one way?
One using the Hebrew mean-ing of the word, honor, couldsubstitute glorify, respect, elevateor even promote.
Jesus was watching the peopleputting money into the offering
box. Many richpeople put inlarge sums. Anda poor widowcame and put intwo small cop-per coins, whichmake a penny.
And he calledhis disciples to him and said tothem, “Truly, I say to you, thispoor widow has put in more thanall those who are contributing tothe offering box.” Mark 12:41-44.
Might Jesus say, “You blindguides, straining out a gnat andswallowing a camel.” Matthew23:24.
Decide which honors more -bowing or forgiving and sustain-ing?
Semonious
Honor
“ ”...the one to be honored is
present at all times...- Semonious
Shepherd of the HillsLutheran Church (LCMS)377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella.Welcomes you to itsSunday servicesat 11 a.m
Michael BatelaanKern River Courier
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"Fathers, do not exasperate yourchildren; instead, bring them up inthe training and instruction of theLord." Ephesians 6:4
Men, it is not enough to just live aright life in front of your child, youmust explain to them why it's right.They need to know the why and thehow behind what you do. Yourwords work wonders in their tenderand teachable hearts. Your instruc-tion means you care to coach andtrain them in truth. Its Dad's tutor-ing of his tribe that empowers hislittle ones for life. They may not actas if they're listening, but they are.Teaching truth transforms.
Truth leaves your lips and lodgesin their hearts. When you take thetime to transfer truth to your childyou are setting them up for success.Truth is transformational and free-ing. It gives confidence, direction,and discernment. As they move intomaturity you won't always be there,but truth will see them through."Instead, speaking the truth in love,we will in all things grow up into himwho is the Head, that is, Christ"(Ephesians 4:15).
Instruct them how to balance acheck book, change a flat tire, mowthe lawn, shoot a gun, dress appro-
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KernvilleFather’s Heart Foursquare ChurchKernville Elementary School, Kernville. ServiceSunday 9:30 a.m. 760-223-6704First Baptist Church of Kernville46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday Service10:45 a.m. 760-376-6403Kernville United Methodist Church251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. WorshipCelebration, 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9a.m., Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014St. Peter’s Anglican Church11900 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday Service10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362St. Sherrian’s Episcopal ChurchServices held at Kernville United MethodistChurch. Sundays 11 a.m.
Wofford HeightsFamily Life Center Foursquare Church20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights. SundayService 10:30 a.m. 760-376-6719New Life Assembly of God25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights. SundayServices 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402St. Jude Catholic Church86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m.(760) 376-2416Calvary Chapel125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights. Services:Sun. 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789Christ Fellowship80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights. SundayService 10:30 a.m.
Lake IsabellaFirst Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 8:30a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.760-379-5615Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella.Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. Wed. 5:30 p.m. 760-417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. SundayServices 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640Mt. View Southern Baptist Church2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.760-379-4296Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church(LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. SundayServices 11 a.m. 760-379-2343Kern Valley Bible Church3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. SundayServices 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 Church of the Nazarene2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. SundayService 10:30 a.m. 760) 379-2062Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120Lake Isabella Church of Christ3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. WorshipSunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Biblestudy Sun. 10 a.m.Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. SaturdayService 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed.Service 6 p.m. 760-379-5819
Southlake/WeldonKern Christian Church “The River”14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday Services8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. 760-378-3780He Cares Fellowship16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Services Sunday9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 760-379-6935Weldon United Methodist Church20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday Services 9a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-2321Weldon Baptist Church20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday Services10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 760-378-4964
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Effective fathers instructpriately, carry on a conversation,swim, fly a kite, book a plane ticketonline, memorize poetry, journal,pray, study the Bible, grill burgers,and make homemade ice cream.Children crave being with their dadand learning his lessons from life.Tell them when you messed up,what you learned, and what you didright. Explain that their best motiva-tions are love of God, and love forpeople. Teach lovingly and patiently.
Above all, teach them to know,understand, love, and fear Jesus. Heis the truth. "I am the way and thetruth and the life…" (John 14:6a). Themore they go to Jesus, the morethey will be educated in what mat-ters most. He will reveal to themwisdom and understanding. Instructyour child in intimacy with theAlmighty, and they will be inspiredwith a heart of humility, and theywill aspire to know the mind ofChrist. Lead them to sit at the feet oftheir Savior and learn from Him."Take my yoke upon you and learnfrom me…" (Matthew 11:29a). Howcan I best instruct my child? What istheir unique learning style?
Reading #9 in the 30-day devotionalbook, "Wisdom for Fathers".
Clarence Semonious, PastorPrince of Peace LutheranFellowship, Kernville
Proverbs 9:10teaches, “Thefear of the LORDis the beginningof wisdom, andthe knowledge ofthe Holy One isinsight.”
I have my ownexperiences todraw on as anunderstanding of a healthy fear.But a friend, who lives in anotherstate told me about an encounterthat he experi-enced that Iwant to use toillustrate thatconcept.
My friendrelated thestory of aninterestingconversation he once had withone of his colleagues. They wereat a circuit gathering at one ofthe parishes of the circuit and thelocal pastor was preparing forthe opening worship. He busiedhimself with the altar and thethings for the communion serv-ice.
“Then, when it came time forthe service, he approached thechancel and made a deep bow
before he turned to us and beganthe service,” my friend said.
Afterwards, he asked the pas-tor why he had not bowed whilepreparing the altar but did in theservice? Was the one who wasworthy of such honor not therethe whole time?
My answer to his question isyes, the one to be honored ispresent at all times; but can ren-dering honor be accomplished inmore than one way?
One using the Hebrew mean-ing of the word, honor, couldsubstitute glorify, respect, elevateor even promote.
Jesus was watching the peopleputting money into the offering
box. Many richpeople put inlarge sums. Anda poor widowcame and put intwo small cop-per coins, whichmake a penny.
And he calledhis disciples to him and said tothem, “Truly, I say to you, thispoor widow has put in more thanall those who are contributing tothe offering box.” Mark 12:41-44.
Might Jesus say, “You blindguides, straining out a gnat andswallowing a camel.” Matthew23:24.
Decide which honors more -bowing or forgiving and sustain-ing?
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“ ”...the one to be honored is
present at all times...- Semonious
Shepherd of the HillsLutheran Church (LCMS)377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella.Welcomes you to itsSunday servicesat 11 a.m
Michael BatelaanKern River Courier
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by appointment Monday to Friday. Closed Holidays" We are located 2 blks east of the Fire Station on frontage road.
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Volunteers neededThe Volunteer Senior Outreach Program coordinated by Cindy Brown at
College Community Services needs just a small bit of time from you or someoneyou may know.
The VSOP assists local homebound seniors (age 60 and older) to remain con-nected and engaged to their community. Often it is just a short visit to their homeor a phone call that is needed to brighten their day. Are you compassionate? Canyou easily express empathy and be an active listener? Would you like to learnsome new skills and practice them? If this sounds like you or someone you know,then contact Cindy at 760-379-3412. She can provide all the training you need andanswer any questions you have.
Call Cindy and see what little time it will take for you to make someone in iso-lation regain a feeling of belonging. Give someone you know her number and thatwill make two people happier!
Suicide Survivor support groupA peer support group for anyone who has lost someone to suicide. This is a
safe place to share your grief, find hope and achieve healing. This group meets onthe second Wednesday of every month at the Shepherd of the Hills LutheranChurch, Library Room, 377 Highway 178, Lake Isabella from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Formore information, call 760-379-3412. If you are in crisis, call the Kern CountyMental Health hotline at 800-991-5272.
Volunteers needed to conduct docent toursThe Giant Sequoia National Monument Association is in need of volunteers to
lead docent tours on the Trail of 100 Giants this summer and fall. The GSNMA isa nonprofit association that supports the Monument and adjacent areas includingthe Kern River Valley. The Kern River Valley is a gateway to the Monument andespecially to the Trail of 100 Giants. Volunteers from the Kern River Valley not onlyprovide an important service to the community and the visitors, but they can alsoprovide information about the Kern River Valley as a gateway to the Monument,where to stay, what to do, where to go. The Monument Association provides a
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short introduction and training to prepare docents for the guided tours. Leadingtours is a lot of fun. It’s a beautiful location to get some exercise and meet peoplefrom all over the world. If you or someone you know may be interested in volun-teering, please contact Nancy Pengilly at 559-539-1716 or [email protected].
Mammal Hunting Regulations now available onlineThe 2012-2013 California Mammal Hunting Regulations Booklet is now avail-
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Volunteer tutors soughtVolunteer tutors are desperately needed for the GED Test Preparation class that
meets on Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m., in room 6 at Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella.Although someone with at least a bachelor’s degree is preferred, anyone whothinks they have the basic English skills and/or math skills to work with personspreparing to take the GED tests will be considered. If interested, please contact AlSteuart, [email protected], 760-223-0161. No additional volunteer tutors willmean that the program will have to stop taking new students until some of thecontinuing students complete the preparation and earn their GED. For the skillsinvolved, you may see http://litlink.ket.org/ or http://steckvaughnadult.hmhco.com/en/gedpractice.htm.
Alzheimer's Association Adult Day ProgramThe Alzheimer's Disease Association of Kern County hosts the Adult Day ServicesProgram every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. Theprogram was developed as a way to care for the frail elderly and persons with amemory loss who shouldn’t be left unattended or who enjoy stimulating activities.ADAKC offers a safe situation outside of the home for participants and neededrelief time for their care givers. The program includes limited physical exercise, fel-lowship, community involvement, arts and crafts, music, reminiscing, guest enter-tainers, support services, meals, and is by suggested donation of $20 per day, notrequired. The program is staffed by caring, trained Respite Coordinators,Program Assistants and volunteers. Call 661-393-8871 or 661-301-6154 for moreinformation.
New Soroptimist club to startMembers are needed to start new Soroptimist club in the Kern Valley.
Soroptimist's mission is to improve the lives of women and girls, in local commu-nities and throughout the world. Soroptimist International is a volunteer organi-zation of business and professional women. Soroptimists are committed to aworld where women and girls together achieve their individual and collectivepotential, realize aspirations and have an equal voice in creating strong, peacefulcommunities worldwide. For more information, go to www.soroptimistinterna-tional.org or call JoAnne Johnson 503-298-9395.
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meals to the evacuees.A local interagency type three inci-
dent management team was imple-mented to manage the fire by usinglocal agreements. "This provides a sig-nificant cost savings and strengthensinteroperability between the cooperat-ing agencies," commented DavidBrinsfield, Division Chief with the BLM.
Assistance was also received fromthe Kern CountyS h e r i f f ' sDepartment, theC a l i f o r n i aHighway Patrol,and the RedCross. There havebeen no reportedinjuries and dam-age estimates arenot yet available.The cause of thefire, which has itspoint of origin atthe French GulchBridge, is underi n v e s t i g a t i o n .Highway 155 wasclosed for several hours. Full contain-ment is expected by Friday.
At about 9 p.m. on Tuesday evening,ReadyKern subscribers received thephone call or email announcing the firethreat to the communities of HungryGulch and Isabella Highlands and pos-sible threat to the communities of WagyFlat and Dutch Flat.
The communities of Hungry Gulchand Isabella Highlands were under arecommended evacuation, whichmeans that the fire is an imminentthreat and all persons in the evacuationarea are strongly advised to leave andseek shelter away from the fire area. Arecommended evacuation is likely be
the last warning given. Kern Countyemergency authorities recommendedthat all persons in the communities ofHungry Gulch and Isabella Highlandsevacuate as soon as possible. The evac-uation center in Lake Isabella wasopened around 9 p.m. in coordinationwith the evacuation order. 11 peopletook advantage of the place to sleep,and others evacuated to the homes of
friends or relatives,with some electingto stay in their ownhomes.
Because thefire might havebecome a threat tothe communities ofWagy Flat andDutch Flat, thosecommunities wereput under a pre-cautionary evacua-tion, which meansthat the wildlandfire may become athreat in the nearfuture, and all resi-
dents are advised to be prepared toleave the area at a moment's notice if itbecomes necessary.
At about 6 p.m. Wednesday, the pre-cautionary evacuations affecting thecommunities of Wagy Flat and DutchFlat, as well as the recommended evac-uations affecting the communities ofHungry Gulch and Isabella Highlands,were lifted.
The USFS is requesting that if youwere in the vicinity of the French GulchBridge on June 19th, between 6 and 6:30p.m. and witnessed any suspiciousactivity involving person(s) or vehicle(s),to please contact the Kern Co. Tip Lineat 1-877-FIRETIP (1-877-347-3847).
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The World Champion All-AroundYouth Packer was Amber Woolwine,who also took 2ndin YouthIndividual PackScramble, 2nd inYouth IndividualPacking, 5th inYouth Box HitchContest, 1st inMusical Tires, 7thin Run, Ride andLead Race, and7th in KeyholeRace.
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Driving class. One Spade Packers led byMax Reynolds took 7th in the Pack TrainTimed Obstacle Course.
Ruban Madrid took 3rd in the YouthBox Hitch Contest, 5th in the YouthDiamond Hitch Contest, 8th in MusicalTires, 6th in Run, Ride and Lead Race,and 8th in the Youth Barrel Race.
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Travis Madrid took 2nd in YouthDiamond Hitch Contest and 8th in YouthBox Hitch Contest. Lacey Thompsontook 7th in Youth Diamond HitchContest and 9th in Youth Box HitchContest. Joe Ballard took 6th and JohnWoolwine 7th in Youth Box HitchContest. Ballard also took 6th in YouthDiamond Hitch Contest.
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Matt FreemanKern River Courier Columnist
Oftentimeswhen a sellerprepares to put aproperty on themarket, they for-get one thing:staging.
Land is land,nothing to stage- just keep theweeds cut. But ahouse, that is a different matter. Ahome located in an area knownfor nice homes, interior stagingmatters. If a property is occupied,staging can be a hassle because,lets face it, life gets in the waysometimes and there is just noway to keep a perfect home all ofthe time. Plus the fact that usuallyfate seems to require a showing ofyour home at the worst time inyour schedule!
In a market where buyers arefew and far between, staging is animportant factor to consider tomake your listing stand out fromthe rest. So here are some simplecommon sense tips to get the bestout of your home.
■■ Smell: If the house smellsbad, no amount of staging isgonna help! Trust me, smell ishuge. If a property is vacant, getthe carpets scrubbed, put someair fresheners and crack a win-dow or two for airflow.
■■ Temperature: I know it is aburden for a seller to leave utili-ties on at a property that is vacant
but there are two reasons to doso. First, it is actually required inthe listing contract in the fineprint. Ask your real estate agentabout it. Secondly, and mostimportantly, walking into a swel-tering hot house in the summercan turn a buyer off immediately,and the hot temps can make thehome smell as well. Keep the tem-perature at no more than 80degrees if you want more successin selling your home.
■■ Trash: Put the trash outevery day. Keep stuff off of thefloor. For an occupied home, if itlooks a bit lived in, that is fine, butdebris everywhere is not anoption. If you want people to likeyour home, don’t camouflage itwith personal stuff. Let the housesell itself.
■■ Be friendly, but stay out ofthe way. This is huge. Sometimes Ihave had sellers who actually talkbuyers out of a sale. The buyerneeds to see the home in a timelymanner, and feel comfortableabout it. Talking is fine, answeringa few questions is great, but turn-ing a 10-minute showing into a 2-hour affair can shoot you in thefoot.
Let the home sell itself. Let thereal estate agents do their job,and sit back and relax a bit, that isthe key.
Matt Freeman is a Realtor withFreeman’s Lakeside Realty (760)379-5915 or cell 223-0880. His col-umn is not intended to replacelegal advice.
Staging importantTalking About Real Estate
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David RamseyKern River Courier Columnist
Dear Dave,My son is a
freshman incollege. Do youthink he shouldwork duringhis first year inschool or focusall his attentionon his classes?
Ben
Dear Ben,I don’t think there’s anything
wrong with either direction duringthe first year of college. But as aparent, I’d urge you not to fall intothe trap of thinking your student’sgrades will go down if he workswhile in school. Research showsthat kids who work while in col-lege carry higher grade point aver-ages than those who don’t.
To me, the reason for this ispretty simple. If you’re workingand going to school at the sametime, you have to learn how tomanage your time effectively. Lotsof young people could pay theirway through college, and not haveto worry with student loans, if theyjust used the time they spend onsocial activities and watching tele-vision at a job. And besides, ifthey're working they can’t wasteall their time playing beer pong!
-Dave
Dear Dave,I plan to move to Los Angeles
to chase my dream of workingin the film industry. I’m notmarried, have no kids and Ihave $2,500 saved to live onuntil I can pick up a couple ofjobs. I may have to finance acar, though. I’m not sure minewill survive the trip. Underthese circumstances, how muchof an emergency fund should Ishoot for?
Cameron
Dear Cameron,So, you’re looking at moving
with $2,500 in your pocket, a carpayment and no job waiting. Thisis a disaster waiting to happen.Don’t get me wrong. I want youto live your dream, but I don’twant it turning into a nightmare.
You’re going to need a lotmore than $2,500, unless youhave a job lined up. $2,500 willdisappear quickly in L.A.
Slow down and take your time.Plan out what your living expens-es are going to look like first.Then, line up a job that will payyou enough to cover yourexpenses. In the meantime, saveup enough money to fix your car,or if it’s in really rough shape, tobuy a good, used one. Once allthis is done, then you make themove-without a car payment!
-Dave
Dave Ramsey is a personal moneymanagement expert, national radiopersonality and the author of threeNew York Times bestsellers. For morefinancial help visit daveramsey. com.
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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Be prepared to facesome challenges stirred up by an envious col-league. Your best defense is your innate honesty.Stick with the truth, and you’ll come out ahead.
TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) Your sensitivity tothe needs of others is admirable. But be careful toavoid those who would take unfair advantage ofyour good nature, especially where money isinvolved.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Having an opti-mistic attitude is fine, as far as it goes. But don’t belulled into a false sense of confidence. There arestill problems to deal with before you can totallyrelax.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might feelsomewhat crabby, as you fuss over plans thatdon’t seem to work out. Maybe you’re trying toohard. Ease up and let things happen without forc-ing them.
LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Heed that keeninstinct. It’s trying to tell you to delay making adecision until you’re sure there are no hiddenproblems that could cause trouble later on.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) This is a good timeto reach out to those who might be nursing hurtfeelings over recent events. Best advice: Ignore
any pettiness that could delay the healing process.LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Your understanding
helps a colleague get through a difficult period.Although you didn’t do it for a reward, be assuredthat your actions will be repaid down the line.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You score somehigh marks in the workplace, which will count inyour favor when you face the possibility of chang-ing direction on your current career path.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Your goallies straight ahead. Stay focused on it and avoiddistractions that could throw off your aim andcause potentially detrimental delays.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Keep thatburst of exuberance in check and resist pushingthrough your new project before it’s ready. Inyour personal life, a family member again needshelp.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Paying atten-tion to your work is important this week. But soare your relationships with those special people inyour life. Make time for them as well.
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Wofford Heights - 2bd/1ba withfenced yard, walk to lake &stores. $750/mo. For applica-tion call (760) 376-2436_________________________
Wofford Hts - Remodeled 3/bd,2/ba home in Pala Ranches,w/xtra room under house, mtnview, stove, refrig + w/d hookup,Sec. 8 ok, $1,100/mo + dep. Call323-447-9140 or 323-969-8061_________________________
Wofford Heights - 2bd/1ba dblwide MH with 24x24 garage, on 1acre, lake view, $750/mo, (805)375-0047__________________________Rent Reduced: 2 houses forrent on same lot - 29328 Hwy178, Onyx. 1st house-1bdrm, 1bath, 800sf, fncd yd. $550/mow/$550 dpst. 2nd - Sml hou se,450sf-1 rm studio w/separatebathroom & laundry room.Covered porch. $375/mo +$375deposit. Large fenced yard. RVpkng. Water & trash pd bylandlord. Room for RV, garden& animals. Both houses onsame lot. Perfect for room-mates or caregivers that needspace. Rent individually or$795 for both to same renter.Available NOW. Links to picsof the property: Small house-http: / / t inyurl .com/7ttsd5vMain house- http://tinyurl.com/7zklovl. 25 miles east of LakeIsabella/Kernville on Hwy 178.35 miles west of Ridgecrest.Call Mike @ 949-246-7731 cellor 949-646-7712 __________________________
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Downtown Kernville - AircraftShop location - 2 remodeledoffices, 384 sq. ft. - 1 year lease.(760) 376-3024
Lake Isabella- new home, 2 lots2832 Erskine Creek
Lot 1- 3bd/2ba, garage, w/manyextras. Lot 2- septic tank, watermeter, power, approved plans &prints. 818-324-0869
Wofford HeightsSites available in quiet parkwith lake views, laundry facili-ties & fish house. $250/moinclds water & trash. Call Jody@ 760-376-3228
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT
Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:Bell Auto Parts (2012 - B3461) Streetaddress of principal place of business:900 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA93305. Mailing address of business:900 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA93305. REGISTRANT: William Bell,904 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA93305. A - Individual. Date the busi-ness commenced: 04/01/1997. Notice:In accordance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end offive years from the date on which it wasfiled in the office of the County Clerk,except, as provided in subdivision (b)of Section 17920, where it expires 40days after any change in the facts setforth in the statement pursuant toSection 17913 other than a change inthe residence address of a registeredowner. A new Fictitious BusinessName Statement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of this state-ment does not of itself authorize the usein this State of a fictitious businessname in violation of the rights of anoth-er under Federal, State or CommonLaw (see Section 14411 et seq.,Business and Professions Code).Signed: William B. Bell. This state-ment filed on 05/31/2012. Expires05/31/2017. ANN K. BARNETT,Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By:M. Dominguez. Published by the KernRiver Courier June 8, 15, 22 and 29,2012.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT
Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:Mimi's Gift Shop (2012 - B3136)Street address of principal place ofbusiness: 3019 Fordham Street,Bakersfield, CA 93305-2024. Mailingaddress of business: 3019 FordhamStreet, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2024.REGISTRANT: Janet Millard, 3019Fordham Street, Bakersfield, CA93305-2024. A - Individual. Date thebusiness commenced: 00/00/0000.Notice: In accordance with subdivision(a) of Section 17920, a fictitious namestatement generally expires at the endof five years from the date on which itwas filed in the office of the CountyClerk, except, as provided in subdivi-sion (b) of Section 17920, where itexpires 40 days after any change in thefacts set forth in the statement pursuantto Section 17913 other than a change inthe residence address of a registeredowner. A new Fictitious BusinessName Statement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of this state-ment does not of itself authorize the usein this State of a fictitious businessname in violation of the rights of anoth-er under Federal, State or CommonLaw (see Section 14411 et seq.,Business and Professions Code).Signed: Janet Millard. This statementfiled on 05/16/2012. Expires05/16/2017. ANN K. BARNETT,Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By:D. Jacobo. Published by the KernRiver Courier June 8, 15, 22 and 29,2012.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT
Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:Sander's Waterproofing (2012 -B3440) Street address of principalplace of business: 1129 Valencia Drive,Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailingaddress of business: 1129 ValenciaDrive, Bakersfield, CA 93306. REG-ISTRANT: Jeffrey Sanders, 1129Valencia Drive, Bakersfield, CA93306. A - Individual. Date the busi-ness commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice:In accordance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end offive years from the date on which it wasfiled in the office of the County Clerk,except, as provided in subdivision (b)of Section 17920, where it expires 40days after any change in the facts setforth in the statement pursuant toSection 17913 other than a change inthe residence address of a registeredowner. A new Fictitious BusinessName Statement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of this state-ment does not of itself authorize the usein this State of a fictitious businessname in violation of the rights of anoth-er under Federal, State or CommonLaw (see Section 14411 et seq.,Business and Professions Code).Signed: Jeffrey Sanders. This state-ment filed on 05/31/2012. Expires05/31/2017. ANN K. BARNETT,Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By:D. Jacobo. Published by the KernRiver Courier June 8, 15, 22 and 29,2012.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALETrustee Sale No. 12-2207- APN: 258-160-59, 258-160-26 and 258-160-63
YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER ADEED OF TRUST DATED 05-18-2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTIONTO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, ITMAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE.IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATIONOF THE NATURE OF THE PRO-CEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOUSHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On July 11, 2012 at 12:00 pm,
Advanced Reconveyance, Inc., aCalifornia Corporation as duly appoint-ed Trustee under and pursuant to theDeed of Trust recorded 07-11-2006, asInst. No. 0206166826 of OfficialRecords in the office of the CountyRecorder of Kern County, State ofCalifornia, Executed by David Wood, amarried man as his sole and separateproperty as to and undivided 50% inter-est and William S. Elmore, a marriedman as his sole and separate property asto an undivided 50% interest, as tenantsin common, WILL SELL AT PUBLICAUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BID-DER FOR CASH (payable at time ofsale in lawful money of the UnitedStates) at: The main entrance to theWanda Kirk Library, 3611 RosamondBlvd., Rosamond, CA 93560. AllCASHIER'S CHECKS MUST BEMADE PAYABLE TO ADVANCEDRECONVEYANCE, INC. All rights,title and interest conveyed to and nowheld by it under said Deed of Trust inthe property situated in said Countyand State described as: See AttachedExhibit "A". The street address andother common designation, if any, ofthe real property described above ispurported to be: Vacant Land - direc-tions may be obtained by writtenrequest within 10 days of the first pub-lication of this notice from: ARI, 4354517th Street West, Suite 503, Lancaster,CA 93534. The undersigned Trusteedisclaims any liability for any incor-rectness of the street address and othercommon designation, if any, shownherein. Said Sale will be made, butwithout covenant or warranty, expressor implied, regarding title, possession,or encumbrances, to pay the remainingprincipal sum of the note(s) secured bysaid Deed of Trust, with interest there-on, as provided in said note(s),advances, if any, under the terms ofsaid Deed of Trust, fees, charges andexpenses of the Trustee and of the trustscreated by said Deed of Trust. The totalamount of the unpaid balance of theobligation secured by the property to besold and reasonable estimated cost,expenses and advances at the time ofthe initial publication of the Notice ofSale is $79,578.87. The beneficiaryunder said Deed of Trust heretoforeexecuted and delivered to the under-signed a written Declaration of Defaultand Demand for Sale, and a writtenNotice of Default and Election to Sell.The undersigned caused said Notice ofDefault and Election to Sell to berecorded in the county where the realproperty is located. Date: June 11,2012. Advanced Reconveyance, Inc.,As Trustee, 43545 17th Street W., Ste503, Lancaster, CA 93534, 661-945-5525, Vickie Durham, Trustee SaleOfficer (Published by the Kern River Courier
June 15, 22 and 29, 2012)
NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:If you are considering bidding on thisproperty lien, you should understandthat there are risks involved in biddingat a trustee auction. You will be bid-ding on a lien, not on the propertyitself. Placing the highest bid at atrustee auction does not automaticallyentitle you to free and clear ownershipof the property. You should also beaware that the lien being auctioned offmay be a junior lien. If you are thehighest bidder at the auction, you are ormay be responsible for paying off allliens senior to the lien being auctionedoff, before you can receive clear title tothe property. You are encouraged toinvestigate the existence, priority andsize of outstanding liens that may existon this property by contacting thecounty recorder's office or a title insur-ance company, either of which maycharge you a fee for this information. Ifyou consult either of these resources,you should be aware that the samelender may hold more than one mort-gage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER:The sale date shown on the notice ofsale may be postponed one or moretimes by the mortgages, beneficiary,trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section2924g of the California Civil Code.The law requires that information abouttrustee sale postponements be madeavailable to you and to the public, as acourtesy to those not present at the sale.If you wish to learn whether your saledate has been postponed, and, if appli-cable, the rescheduled time and date forthe sale of this property, you may call661-945-5525 using the file number12-2202. Information about postpone-ments that are very short in duration orthat occur close to the scheduled salemay not immediately be reflected in thetelephone information or on the inter-net web site. The best way to verify thepostponement information is to attendthe scheduled sale.
EXHIBIT "A"PARCEL 1:Parcel 1 of Parcel Map No. 9386 in theunincorporated area, County of Kern,State of California, as per map record-ed February 12, 1991 in Book 41, Page90 of Parcel Maps, in the office of theCounty Recorder of said county.PARCEL 1A:Non-exclusive appurtenant easement,as created for Declaration ofEasements, recorded February 14, 1968
in Book 4129, Pages 140 and 144 ofOfficial Records, for road and publicutility purposes over the followingdescribed strips of land:PARCEL A:A strip of land 60 feet in width being thesoutherly 30 feet of Blocks 50, 55, 66and 72 and the northerly 30 feet ofBlocks 51, 54, 67 and 70 all in the easthalf of Section 21, Township 9 north,Range 12 west, S.B.B.M., as shownupon the map of the RosamondTownsite, in the unincorporated area,County of Kern, State of California, asper map recorded in Book 195, Pages66 and 67 of Deeds on August 12, 1907in the office of the County Recorder ofsaid county.PARCEL B:A strip of land 55 feet in width being theeasterly 55 feet of Blocks 69, 70, 71 and72 in the east half of Section 21,Township 9 north, Range 12 west,S.B.B.M., as shown upon the map ofthe Rosamond Townsite, in the unincor-porated area, County of Kern, State ofCalifornia, as per map recorded in Book195, Pages 66 and 67 of Deeds onAugust 12, 1907 in the office of theCounty Recorder of said county.PARCEL C:A strip of land 55 feet in width being thesoutherly 55 feet of Blocks 52, 53, 68and 69 in the east half of Section 21,Township 9 north, Range 12 west,S.B.B.M., as shown upon the map ofthe Rosamond Townsite, in the unincor-porated area, County of Kern, State ofCalifornia, as per map recorded in Book195, Pages 66 and 67 of Deeds onAugust 12, 1907 in the office of theCounty Recorder of said county, as setforth in Declaration of Easementsrecorded February 14, 1968 in Book4129, Page 140 and 144 of OfficialRecords.PARCEL 1B:Non-exclusive appurtenant easements,as created by Declaration of Easementsrecorded July 11, 1968 in Book 4177,Pages 64, 66, 69 and 71 of OfficialRecords, for road and public utility pur-poses over the following describedstrips of land:PARCEL A:A strip of land 60 feet in width being thesoutherly 30 feet of Blocks 49, 56, 65and 72 and the northerly 30 feet ofBlocks 50, 55, 66 and 71 all in the easthalf of Section 21, Township 9 north,Range 12 west, S.B.B.M., as shownupon the map of the RosamondTownsite, in the unincorporated area,County of Kern, State of California, asper map recorded in Book 195, Pages66 and 67 of Deeds on August 12, 1907in the office of the County Recorder ofsaid county.PARCEL B:A strip of land known as the westerly 30feet of Block 66 and the easterly 30 feetof Block 55 of Rosamond Townsite asshown on map recorded in Book 155,Pages 66 and 67 of Deeds, in the officeof the County Recorder of said county,also in the east half of Section 21,Township 9 north, Range 12 west,S.B.B.M., as set forth in Declaration ofEasements recorded July 11, 1968 inBook 4177, Pages 64, 66, 69 and 71 ofOfficial Records.PARCEL 4 of Parcel Map No. 9386 inthe unincorporated area, County ofKern, State of California, as per maprecorded February 12, 1991 in Book 41,Page 90 of Parcel Maps, in the office ofthe County Recorder of said county.PARCEL 2A:Non-exclusive appurtenant easement,as created for Declaration ofEasements, recorded February 14, 1968in Book 4129, Pages 140 and 144 ofOfficial Records, for road and publicutility purposes over the followingdescribed strips of land:PARCEL A:A strip of land 60 feet in width being thesoutherly 30 feet of Blocks 50, 55, 66and 71 and the northerly 30 feet ofBlocks 51, 54, 67 and 70 all in the easthalf of Section 21, Township 9 north,Range 12 west, San Bernardino BaseMeridian, as shown upon the map of theRosamond Townsite, in the unincorpo-rated area, County of Kern, State ofCalifornia, as per map recorded in Book195, Pages 66 and 67 of Deeds onAugust 12, 1907 in the office of theCounty Recorder of said county.PARCEL B:A strip of land 55 feet in width being theeasterly 55 feet of Blocks 69, 70, 71 and72 in the east half of Section 21,Township 9 north, Range 12 west, SanBernardino Base Meridian, as shownupon the map of the RosamondTownsite, in the unincorporated area,County of Kern State of California, asper map recorded in Book 195, Pages66 and 67 of Deeds on August 12, 1907in the office of the County Recorder ofsaid county.PARCEL C:A strip of land 55 feet in width beingthe southerly 55 feet of Blocks 52, 53,68 and 69 in the east half of Section 21,Township 9 north, Range 12 west, SanBernardino Base Meridian, as shownupon the map of the RosamondTownsite, in the unincorporated area,County of Kern, State of California, asper map recorded in Book 195, Pages66 and 67 of Deeds on August 12, 1907in the office of the County Recorder ofsaid county, as set forth in Declaration
of Easements recorded February 14,1968 in Book 4129, Page 140 and 144of Official Records.PARCEL 2B:Non-exclusive appurtenant easements,as created by Declaration ofEasements recorded July 11, 1968 inBook 4177, Pages 64, 66, 69 and 71 ofOfficial Records, for road and publicutility purposes over the followingdescribed strips of land:PARCEL A:A strip of land 60 feet in width beingthe southerly 30 feet of Blocks 49, 56,65 and 72 and the northerly 30 feet ofBlocks 50, 55, 66 and 71 and all in theeast half of Section 21, Township 9north, Range 12 west, San BernardinoBase Meridian, as shown upon the mapof the Rosamond Townsite, in theunincorporated area, County of Kern,State of California, as per map record-ed in Book 195, Pages 66 and 67 ofDeeds on August 12, 1907 in the officeof the County Recorder of said county.PARCEL B:A strip of land known as the westerly30 feet of Block 66 and the easterly 30feet of Block 55 of RosamondTownsite as shown on map recorded inBook 155, Pages 66 and 67 of Deeds,in the office of the County Recorder ofsaid county, also in the east half ofSection 21, Township 9 north, Range12 west, San Bernardino BaseMeridian, as set forth in Declaration ofEasements recorded July 11, 1968 inBook 4177, Pages 64, 66, 69 and 71 ofOfficial Records.PARCEL 5 of Parcel Map No. 9386 inthe unincorporated area, County ofKern, State of California, as per maprecorded February 12, 1991 in Book41, Page 90 of Parcel Maps, in theoffice of the County recorder of saidcounty.PARCEL 3A:Non-exclusive appurtenant easement,as created for Declaration ofEasements, recorded February 14,1968 in Book 4129, Pages 140 and 144or Official Records, for road and pub-lic utility purposes over the followingdescribed strips of land:PARCEL A:A strip of land 60 feet in width beingthe southerly 30 feet of Blocks 50, 55,66 and 71 and the northerly 30 feet ofBlocks 51, 54, 67 and 70 all in the easthalf of Section 21, Township 9 north,Range 12 west, San Bernardino BaseMeridian, as shown upon the map ofthe Rosamond Townsite, in the unin-corporated area, County of Kern, Stateof California, as per map recorded inBook 195, Pages 66 and 67 of Deedson August 12, 1907 in the office of theCounty Recorder of said county.PARCEL B:A strip of land 55 feet in width beingthe easterly 55 feet of Blocks 69, 70,71 and 72 in the east half of Section 21,Township 9 north, Range 12 west, SanBernardino Base Meridian, as shownupon the map of the RosamondTownsite, in the unincorporated area,County of Kern, State of California, asper map recorded in Book 195, Pages66 and 67 of Deeds on August 12,1907 in the office of the CountyRecorder of said county.PARCEL C:A strip of land 55 feet in width beingthe southerly 55 feet of Blocks 52, 53,68 and 69 in the east half of Section 21,Township 9 north, Range 12 west, SanBernardino Base Meridian, as shownupon the map of the RosamondTownsite, in the unincorporated area,County of Kern State of California, asper map recorded in Book 195, Pages66 and 67 of Deeds on August 12,1907 in the office of the CountyRecorder of said county, as set forth inDeclaration of Easements recordedFebruary 14, 1968 in Book 4129,Pages 140 and 144 of OfficialRecords.PARCEL 3B:Non-exclusive appurtenant easements,as created by Declaration ofEasements recorded July 11, 1968 inBook 4177, Pages 64, 66, 69 and 71 ofOfficial Records, for road and publicutility purposes over the followingdescribed strips of land:PARCEL A:A strip of land 60 feet in width beingthe southerly 30 feet of Blocks 49, 56,65 and 72 and the northerly 30 feet ofBlocks 50, 55, 66 and 71 and all in theeast half of Section 21, Township 9north, Range 12 west, San BernardinoBase Meridian, as shown upon themap of the Rosamond Townsite, in theunincorporated area, County of Kern,State of California, as per map record-ed in Book 195, Pages 66 and 67 ofDeeds on August 12, 1907 in theoffice of the County Recorder of saidcounty.PARCEL B:A strip of land known as the westerly30 feet of Block 66 and the easterly 30feet of Block 55 of RosamondTownsite as shown on map recorded inBook 155, Pages 66 and 67 of Deeds,in the office of the County Recorder ofsaid count, also in the east half ofSection 21, Township 9 north, Range12 west, San Bernardino BaseMeridian, as set forth in Declaration ofEasements recorded July 11, 1968 inBook 4177, Pages 64, 66, 69 and 71 ofOfficial Records.
STATEMENT OF ABANDON-MENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS
BUSINESS NAME:Fictitious Business Name being aban-doned: PERFORMANCE TRUCK &DIESEL (2010-B2171) Street addressof business: 2429 Fruitvale Avenue,Suite #3, Bakersfield, CA 93308;Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box12619, Bakersfield, CA 93389. REG-ISTRANTS WHO WISH TO ABAN-DON THE BUSINESS NAME: Lyle E.Joslin, 15937 Chateau Montelena,Bakersfield, CA 93314 and MichaelJoslin, 1312 Palm Avenue, Bakersfield,CA 93312. Original FBN StatementFiled on: 03/30/2010. This Statement ofAbandonment filed on: 05/29/2012.ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by M.Dominguez, Deputy Clerk (34993).Published by the Kern River CourierJune 15, 22, 29 and July 6, 2012.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT
Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:Performance Truck and Diesel (2012 -B3420) Street address of principalplace of business: 2429 FruitvaleAvenue, #8, Bakersfield, CA 93308.Mailing address of business: 2429Fruitvale Avenue, #8, Bakersfield, CA93308. REGISTRANTS: Lyle Joslin,15937 Chateau Montelena Drive,Bakersfield, CA 93314 and TeresaJoslin, 15937 Chateau MontelenaDrive, Bakersfield, CA 93314. B -General Partnership. Date the businesscommenced: 01/01/1990. Notice: Inaccordance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end of fiveyears from the date on which it wasfiled in the office of the County Clerk,except, as provided in subdivision (b) ofSection 17920, where it expires 40 daysafter any change in the facts set forth inthe statement pursuant to Section 17913other than a change in the residenceaddress of a registered owner. A newFictitious Business Name Statementmust be filed before the expiration. Thefiling of this statement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State of a ficti-tious business name in violation of therights of another under Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section 14411 etseq., Business and Professions Code).Signed: Lyle E. Joslin. This statementfiled on 05/30/2012. Expires05/30/2017. ANN K. BARNETT,Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By:J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern RiverCourier June 15, 22, 29 and July 6,2012.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT
Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:123 Feedstore (2012 - B3432) Streetaddress of principal place of business:1731 Chain Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA93240. Mailing address of business:1731 Chain Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA93240. REGISTRANT: RogerMcLaughlin, 1731 Chain Avenue, LakeIsabella, CA 93240. A - Individual.Date the business commenced:00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance withsubdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fic-titious name statement generally expiresat the end of five years from the date onwhich it was filed in the office of theCounty Clerk, except, as provided insubdivision (b) of Section 17920, whereit expires 40 days after any change inthe facts set forth in the statement pur-suant to Section 17913 other than achange in the residence address of a reg-istered owner. A new FictitiousBusiness Name Statement must be filedbefore the expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itself authorizethe use in this State of a fictitious busi-ness name in violation of the rights ofanother under Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section 14411 etseq., Business and Professions Code).Signed: Roger McLaughlin. This state-ment filed on 05/30/2012. Expires05/30/2017. ANN K. BARNETT,Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By:J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern RiverCourier June 15, 22, 29 and July 6,2012.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT
Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:Gooselake Honey Bees (2012 - B3485)Street address of principal place of busi-ness: 17449 Rowlee Road,Buttonwillow, CA 93206. Mailingaddress of business: 17449 RowleeRoad, Buttonwillow, CA 93206. REG-ISTRANTS: Mark Tracy, 17449Rowlee Road, Buttonwillow, CA 93206and Allison Tracy, 17449 Rowlee Road,Buttonwillow, CA 93206. Husband andWife. Date the business commenced:00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance withsubdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fic-titious name statement generally expiresat the end of five years from the date onwhich it was filed in the office of theCounty Clerk, except, as provided insubdivision (b) of Section 17920, whereit expires 40 days after any change inthe facts set forth in the statement pur-suant to Section 17913 other than achange in the residence address of a reg-istered owner. A new FictitiousBusiness Name Statement must be filedbefore the expiration. The filing of this
statement does not of itself authorize theuse in this State of a fictitious businessname in violation of the rights of anoth-er under Federal, State or Common Law(see Section 14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed: Mark JTracy. This statement filed on06/04/2012. Expires 06/04/2017. ANNK. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Trujillo.Published by the Kern River CourierJune 15, 22, 29 and July 6, 2012.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT
Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:Riverwood Funding Group (2012 -B3463) Street address of principal placeof business: 20406 Brian Way, Suite 1B,Tehachapi, CA 93581. Mailing addressof business: P.O. Box 1118, Tehachapi,CA 93581. REGISTRANT:Riverwood West, Inc., 20406 BrianWay, Suite 1B, Tehachapi, CA 93581.NV Corporation. Date the businesscommenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: Inaccordance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious name state-ment generally expires at the end of fiveyears from the date on which it was filedin the office of the County Clerk, except,as provided in subdivision (b) of Section17920, where it expires 40 days afterany change in the facts set forth in thestatement pursuant to Section 17913other than a change in the residenceaddress of a registered owner. A newFictitious Business Name Statementmust be filed before the expiration. Thefiling of this statement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State of a ficti-tious business name in violation of therights of another under Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section 14411 etseq., Business and Professions Code).Signed: Steve Miller, Vice President.This statement filed on 06/01/2012.Expires 06/01/2017. ANN K. BAR-NETT, Auditor-Controller-CountyClerk. By: D. Jacobo. Published by theKern River Courier June 15, 22, 29 andJuly 6, 2012.
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Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:Enercon Solutions (2012 - B3455),DBA #2: Mason Morgan Construction(2012 - B3456), Street address of princi-pal place of business: 10414 ArapahoAvenue, Bakersfield, CA 93312.Mailing address of business: 10414Arapaho Avenue, Bakersfield, CA93312. REGISTRANT: DerekAshlock, 10414 Arapaho Avenue,Bakersfield, CA 93312, A - Individual.Date the business commenced:00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance withsubdivision (a) of Section 17920, a ficti-tious name statement generally expiresat the end of five years from the date onwhich it was filed in the office of theCounty Clerk, except, as provided insubdivision (b) of Section 17920, whereit expires 40 days after any change in thefacts set forth in the statement pursuantto Section 17913 other than a change inthe residence address of a registeredowner. A new Fictitious Business NameStatement must be filed before the expi-ration. The filing of this statement doesnot of itself authorize the use in thisState of a fictitious business name inviolation of the rights of another underFederal, State or Common Law (seeSection 14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed: DerekAshlock. This statement filed on05/31/2012. Expires 05/31/2017. ANNK. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: D. Jacobo.Published by the Kern River CourierJune 22, 29, July 6 and 13, 2012.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT
Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:KV Solar Supply (2012 - B3701),DBA #2: KV Solar (2012 - B3702),Street address of principal place of busi-ness: 6220 South Kelso Valley Road,Weldon, CA 93283. Mailing address ofbusiness: 6220 South Kelso ValleyRoad, Weldon, CA 93283. REGIS-TRANT: Weldon RobinsonCorporation, 6220 South Kelso ValleyRoad, Weldon, CA 93283, Corporation.Date the business commenced:05/27/2005. Notice: In accordance withsubdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fic-titious name statement generally expiresat the end of five years from the date onwhich it was filed in the office of theCounty Clerk, except, as provided insubdivision (b) of Section 17920, whereit expires 40 days after any change inthe facts set forth in the statement pur-suant to Section 17913 other than achange in the residence address of a reg-istered owner. A new FictitiousBusiness Name Statement must be filedbefore the expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itself authorizethe use in this State of a fictitious busi-ness name in violation of the rights ofanother under Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section 14411 etseq., Business and Professions Code).Signed: Casey Robinson, President.This statement filed on 06/13/2012.Expires 06/13/2017. ANN K. BAR-NETT, Auditor-Controller-CountyClerk. By: J. Trujillo. Published by theKern River Courier June 22, 29, July 6and 13, 2012.
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Have youneeded to fill aprescription late-ly? The personin front of you inline could be pay-ing five or 10times what youare paying forthe same medica-tion, and the nextrefill for the guybehind you could be $0.
The difference in the pricing isyour share, not necessarily the realcost of the drug.Understandably,the real cost tomanufacturethat tiny littlepill may be pen-nies, but thecost of theresearch anddevelopment (often borne by thegovernment), the advertising, pro-motion and the profits escalate thecost for a 30-day supply beyondmany people’s limits of affordabili-ty.
With that said, I still find thecost of medicine cheap when com-pared to our grandparent’s time.Fifty or so years ago, cloggedarteries meant stroke, heart attackand surgery. Today, many peopleare able to control their cholesterolwith a pill, so the pipes stay rela-tively clear and blood flows whereit is supposed to.
Adolph called the other day. Heis new to his prescription insur-ance. He had filled his relatively
expensive medication, and paidthe pharmacy for his threemonths’ supply. He was goingback East to visit his grandchil-dren. His cost with his new insur-ance was about $107. This wasconsiderably less than his pre-insurance costs, and he thoughtnothing else of it. Then, a fewdays ago, he returned home andfilled the prescription for only onemonth. His cost was only $8.
Adolph wanted to know why.My first inclination was to sug-
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Why thehigher charge?
His insur-ance plan paysfor only onemonth at atime, and thetwo additionalmonths he was
paying full retail.So, while planning vacations
this summer, check first with yourprescription plan and see if theywill honor a larger dispensing. Ifnot, make sure your prescription istransferred to a chain pharmacy soyou can fill it while traveling.Then, when returning home, trans-fer it back to your local independ-ent pharmacy.
Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensedinsurance broker in California(0621106). He is a member of theSociety of Certified SeniorAdvisors. He may be reached at760-376-2100, email [email protected]
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According to the American CancerSociety, more than 81,000 Americans willbe diagnosed with skin cancer in 2012, thevast majority as a result of sun overexpo-sure. As temperatures rise across thecountry, residents are urged to arm them-selves with the information to stay safe.
"Contrary to popular belief, skin canceraffects people of all ages and ethnicities,"said Randy Kahn, M.D., FACRO, of TampaBay Radiation Oncology. "It is importantto spread the word about prevention anddetection, especially with the number ofnew melanoma cases on the rise."
As with many cancers, the risk of devel-oping skin cancer can be lowered by tak-ing simple precautions and knowing howdetect it at an early stage. To help, TampaBay Radiation Oncology shares the fol-lowing tips:■ Avoid the sun between its peak hours -10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
■ When you must be in the sun, applysunscreen on all exposed skin (alwaysusing an SPF of 15 or higher) and wearprotective clothing, hats and sunglasses■ Avoid tanning beds■ Perform self-exams regularly, and beon the lookout for changes in your skin byremembering the ABCD's of detection: ■ A stands for asymmetry: Is your moleasymmetrical?■ B stands for border: Are the edges ofyour mole irregular or blurry?■ C stands for color: Is your mole multi-colored?■ D stands for diameter: Is your molelarger than 6mm or the size of a pencileraser?"When detected at an early stage andtreated properly, all types of skin cancersare highly curable," said Kahn. "WhileNational Skin Cancer Awareness Monthserves as a great time to educate aboutprevention and detection, we encourageeveryone to take their health into theirown hands year round."
Detect and protect against skin cancer
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