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Wednesday 1 p.m.Storage, IsabellaReservoir45,134 acre-feet

2014 Reservoir peak80,737 acre-feet

Pool maximum568,075 acre-feet

Pool safety limit360,000 acre-feet

Upper KernInflow 130 cfsLower KernOutflow 199 cfsBorel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped)

Data 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.*(5-hr average Kernville)

kern riverwater data:

Friday high 55°Cooler with rain

Friday low 39°Partly cloudy

Saturday high 53° Partly sunny

Saturday low 32°Mostly cloudy

Sunday high 58°Cool with partial sun

Sunday low 35°Mostly cloudyAccuweather.com

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K E R N R I V E RK E R N R I V E RKern River CourierP.O. Box 1145Wofford Heights, CA 93285CCourier

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Sally Meeks, KCFDCourier Alert

In coordinationwith the District OneKern County Board ofSupervisor MickGleason, NationalWeather Service,Kern County WaterAgency, Kern CountySheriff's Office, KernCounty Department ofE n g i n e e r i n g ,Surveying and PermitServices, the KernCounty Fire Chief andKern County Office ofEmergency ServicesDirector BrianMarshall would like toinvite the residents ofWofford Heights andthe surrounding areasto a community meet-ing on Thursday, Dec.18 at 6 p.m. at FaithCommunity Church,20 Panorama Drive,Wofford Heights.

This meeting is toadvise the local com-munity and discussthe potential or actualflooding due to weath-er events that mayimpact the communityin the coming monthsdue to the Shirley andWay fires.

The NationalWeather Service willpresent their WeatherReady Program. Thisprogram seeks tobuild communityresilience by demon-strating how residentscan get real-timeweather informationand safety precau-tions.

Should residentsrequire assistance atthe meeting such asSpanish interpretersor ASL interpretation,please call EmergencyServices Manager,G e o r g i a n n aArmstrong at 661-873-2604 or email herat [email protected] by Dec. 15.

War theater event held

Christmas in Kernvillekicked off Friday nightwith the traditional Carol Strollled by the Sweet Adelinesin Circle Park.

For more holiday scenessee page 12.

Michael BatelaanKern River Courier

Courier Extra

Santa continues tomake appearances inthe Kern Valley upuntil Christmas Eve atthe following eventsand locations.■ Santa in CirclePark, December12, 13, 19 & 20Santa’s Workshop is aspecial place for chil-dren of all ages.Bundle up and getready for the holidayseason in Kernville’sCircle Park. Santa willbe available from 4 to7 p.m.■ Bright lights& Santa, December13, 19 & 20Come join the resi-dents of ScovernStreet in Lake Isabellaand the members ofthe Kern Valley HighSchool CSF as theylight up the night onScovern Streetbetween Crestviewand Webb from 6:30to approx. 9 p.m.There will be wonder-ful Christmas lights,cookies and hotchocolate, and a visitfrom Santa. All pro-ceeds will help bright-en the holidays oflocal families.■ Santa in CirclePark, December 17Santa will arrive byhorse-drawn carriageand will be availableat Circle Park 4 to 7p.m. treating childrento a free carriage ridefrom 4:30 to 7 p.m.

SantaSightings

Agencies toprovideflood ofinformation

Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier

Monument Men - World War II: Jim Ash, Don Bechtel, Jack Clark, Ernie Dascenzo,James Eastes, Paul Edris, Charlie Erickson, Archie Hamel, Fernando Hernandez, DavidJones, Charles Jones, Richard Kambick, Art Lucas, Ed Matako, Edrell Neukirchner, JackNichols, Harold Reed, George Robinson, Al Rodriguez, Fred Runn, Neal (Chief) Russell,Joseph Scotti, Geen Atreeter, Norm Vollmer, Les Walton, Mel Wayne, DonavanWellmering and Richard Whitworth. Korean War: John Affel, Rod Blankenship, Mary AnnBoice, Ton Conder, Eugene Heins, Bill Heizer, Bruce Jones, Lyle Lambie, John Lefeure,Pete Murdoch, Clarence Rupert, Bobby Shrode, Bert Simpson, James Smith, RobertSwanson, Ray Vega, Weldon Whitely, Jim Whiteman. Rosie the Riveters: Lucille Barr,Francis Landsaw, Bobbie Pitcher, Minnie Shiffer, Ruth Shoshone, Evelyn Spencer, EstherTaylor, Maxine Vance, Louise Weaver. Also shown: the SAL color guard.

with the presentation ofcolors, followed by thePledge of Allegiance.Veteran Jim Ash gavethe invocation. SierraSound, a part of theKern Valley SweetAdelines, then per-formed the StarSpangled Banner, TheBattle Hymn of theRepublic, Boogie-Woogie Bugle Boy anda This is MyCountry/God BlessAmerica medley.

Dick Taylor, directorof Kern CountyVeteran’s Services, anda former Marine,advised the veterans ofsome of the servicesavailable to them. Therewas a video tour of theWWII Memorial inWashington DC, narrat-ed by Tom Hanks.Honor Flight KernCounty’s Lori Crownand Gary Zuber remind-ed those who hadn’tbeen on the HonorFlight that they can stillgo. Zuber also advisedthe veterans that on the

Michael BatelaanCourier Honors

On December 7, the73rd anniversary ofPearl Harbor Day, theKern River Communityof Wofford Heightsgathered to thank andhonor all those whoserved past, present andfuture.

54 Kern Valley WorldWar II and Korean WarVeterans, as well as the“Rosie the Riveters” anda “Welding Wendy,”were all in attendence atthe Reel Cinema inWofford Heights.

Al Rodriguez ofWofford Heights wasthe only known valleyPearl Harbor survivorin attendance for theprogram. The day wascoordinated by GaryZuber of Honor FlightKern County andDarlene Studdard,Bookkeeping+ of theKRCWH.

The Sheriff ActivitiesLeague color guard ledoff the afternoon event

second Tuesday of eachmonth the VFW willhost a breakfast, free forWWII and Korean vet-erans, beginning Dec.11.

A representativefrom CongressmanKevin McCarthy’s officeoffered theCongressman’s con-gratulations and sup-port. Then each of the54 participants receiveda certificate of commen-dation, one from KernCounty Board ofSupervisors, FirstDistrict SupervisorMick Gleason, and onefrom State Assemblymember ShannonGrove.

There was a raffle,supported by the localmerchants of the KernValley, and a lunch pro-vided by the Kern RiverValley Elks #2358. Afterthe food was served,the participants weretreated to a showing ofthe movie, MonumentsMen, courtesy of theReel Cinema.

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“It’s what the valley reads”

■ Santa in Circle ParkDecember 12Santa’s Workshop is a special place for chil-dren of all ages. So bundle up and get readyfor the holiday season in Kernville’s CirclePark. Santa will be available 4 to 7 p.m.

■ Christmas Community Sing-AlongDecember 12Everyone who loves to sing ChristmasCarols, or loves to listen to them, is welcomefrom 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Church Of JesusChrist of Latter Day Saints in MountainMesa on Friday, Dec. 12. There will be songsfor children who love to sing also. Call JeanPack at 760-376-2388.

.■ River clean upDecember 13Keepers of the Kern will host an upperriver housekeeping event on Saturday,Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. Meet at the parkingarea across from HeadquartersCampground just above Riverkern.They are hoping a Saturday clean upwill allow more folks to come out andhelp make a difference. Come spend acouple of hours, bring a friend and getready for a good time. For more infor-mation or to RSVP, call 360-324-8178,760-376-6459 or email [email protected].

■ Habitat restoration workdaysDecember 13Join Audubon Kern River Preserve staffand volunteers for our Habitat RestorationWorkdays. Volunteers of all levels of abilityand time commitment are welcome. Bringfood and water, gloves. The preserve willsupply the tools. Meet at 8 a.m. at theAlexander Restoration Site on Fay RanchRoad, 1/3 mile north of Highway 178 inWeldon. Contact Sean Rowe [email protected] or call 760-378-2531to RSVP.

■ Bright Lights and SantaDecember 13Come join the residents of Scovern Streetin Lake Isabella and the members of theKern Valley High School CSF as they lightup the night with wonderful Christmaslights, cookies and hot chocolate and a visitfrom Santa. On Scovern Street betweenCrestview and Webb from 6:30 to approxi-mately 9 p.m. All proceeds will help bright-en the holidays of local families.


■ Winter concertDecember 14The Kern Valley Community Orchestra andCerro Coso Community College invite youto enjoy the 2014 Winter Concert featuring“Winter” by Vivaldi, Festival of Lights,Christmas carols and more with returningsoloist, Christina Snipes. The music startsat 4 p.m. at the Kernville ElementarySchool. The suggested donation is $10.

■ Houchin Blood DriveDecember 16The KRV blood drive will take place at theFirst Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, fromnoon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 16. Whendonating, bring picture ID with date ofbirth, be free from all cold, flu, cold sores orsymptoms of infection and eat a meal atleast 3 hours prior to donating. Rememberto wait one year after tattoos and bodypiercings and you must be at least 16 yearsold and weigh at least 110 lbs.

■ Santa in Circle ParkDecember 16Santa’s Workshop is a most special placefor children of all ages, so bundle up andget ready for the holiday season inKernville’s Circle Park. Santa will arrive byhorse-drawn carriage and will be availableat Circle Park 4 to 7 p.m. All the childrenwill be treated to a free carriage ride from4:30 to 7 p.m.

■ Special eventDecember 18Stay tuned for the announcement of a veryspecial event hosted by Keepers of theKern.

■ Wofford Heights community meetingDecember 18There will be a community meeting at theFaith Community church at 6 p.m. toupdate the community on the status of theflooding/mudslide possibilities in the firearea and below it. This meeting is to advisethe local community and discuss the poten-tial or actual flooding due to weatherevents that may impact the community inthe coming months due to the Shirley andWay fires.

■ Bright Lights and SantaDecember 19Come join the residents of Scovern Streetin Lake Isabella and the members of theKern Valley High School CSF as they lightup the night with wonderful Christmaslights, cookies and hot chocolate and a visitfrom Santa. On Scovern Street betweenCrestview and Webb from 6:30 to approxi-mately 9 p.m. All proceeds will help bright-en the holidays of local families.


Regular activitiesFridays■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight loss group,Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272.■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group,Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871.■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group,Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935.■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church gamenight. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030 Perdue,Lake Isabella.■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce,11447 Kernville Rd.,760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Saturdays■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, LakeshoreLodge, Wofford Heights.■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society,Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square danc-ing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.■ 9:30 a.m. (1st Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. Barbara,760-378-3672 or Geraldine,559-359-8953.■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. Pot Luck, 7p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discussion, 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 welcome.2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877.■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise CoveRestaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 2 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, HoffmannHospice 040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010.■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club,Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, 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.■ 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.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center,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. MesaRd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.

Tuesdays■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville MethodistChurch. 909-753-9043.■ 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■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous,College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave.,Lake Isabella.■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. everyother month). Public invited. 760-376-2189.■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish PropertyOwners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-760-379-5552.■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group,Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272.■ 7 p.m. (3rd Tue.), Fish & Game Habitat Club,Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178

■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, SeniorCenter, 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■ Noon - 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, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579.■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous,College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave.,Lake Isabella.■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commercemeeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236.■ 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.760-376-3138.■ 2:30 - 4 p.m., Grief Support Group, OptimalHospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders VFW,2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, SeniorCenter Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086.■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. Live band.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA, 4030 Perdue, LakeIsabella. 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.■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church,Wofford Hts.. 760-417-0199 or 760-379-7312

Thursdays■ First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran'sServices assistance to veterans and widows. LakeIsabella County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd.Call 661-868-7300 or 866-218-5367..■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville MethodistChurch. 909-753-9043.■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329.■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council,Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella.■ 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center.■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous,College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave.,Lake Isabella.■10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time, Lake IsabellaLibrary, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-549-2083.■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Clubmeeting, Elks Lodge.■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French GulchCampground.■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River ValleyCollaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella.760-379-2556, ext. 601.■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public.760-379-3877.■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly of theKern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd.,Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462.■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, WoffordHeights. 760-376-2844.■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in5:30 p.m.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, NA book study, 4030 Perdue,Lake Isabella.■ 7 p.m. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct.Kernville Chamber, [email protected]■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, LakeIsabella. New members welcome.■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club,Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

Bingo Guide■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club,6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m.,St. Jude Catholic Church, 86 Nellie Dent Dr. at Hwy155, Wofford Hts.

This information is submitted to the Courierby the groups listed. Please call the phone num-bers provided to check times and location.

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Rod MiddleworthCourier Columnist

It was a darkand stormy nightand I was walkingbarefooted acrossthe front roomrug, when I feltsomething brushacross my foot. Ilooked down and there was adreaded mouse. He scurried acrossthe room and under a coffee table.Now I know that mice don’t drinkcoffee so he wouldn’t be there long.I peered under the coffee table withmy flashlight and he zoomed underthe TV. Now I’m sure he doesn’twatch TV and then I saw him headfor the pantry. I was in hot pursuit.

I grabbed a fly swatter and waswhacking at him all across theroom. He went under the pantrydoor. I opened it and he wasnowhere in sight. But I knew thatthe war was on. It was me versusthe one ounce furry rodent.

I went out to my workshop andgrabbed my box of mouseweapons. I had them all: the Victorspring traps, Di-con, rodent mazebox and my fly swatter. I knewbased on the route this tiny mouseused meant that I would need trapsin several places so here’s what Idid.

First I gave them warning, “Iknow you’re out there and if youstick around you’re going to getsmushed.”

I did this for humanitarian rea-sons, plus I always feel bad when Isee what a spring trap does to a

Things I have noticed...

Of mouse and me one ounce mouse.

I’ve noticed that a spring trap setwith peanut butter seems to be thebest method for capturing those lit-tle vandals. I say vandal because oninspection of items in the pantry,my wife found several plastic bagswith little knawed holes.

“Ewwww,” she said, andpromptly threw away all of thedamaged goods.

Now she was really mad. Sheturned to me and said, “The glovesare off. Go get them you bravestrong man!"

Buoyed by her faith in me, mychest swelled, my muscles expand-ed and I was ready to do battle.

I placed five Victor traps in fiveplaces. I put peanut butter on eachand then I sat back waiting for thecarnage. Nothing happened untiltwo in the morning when I heard atrap go off in my bathroom. Whatwas that mouse doing in my bath-room? Taking a shower? Drinkingout of the toilet? Or eating mytoothpaste? Whatever he was doinghe was a goner. That was numberone. The next morning anothermouse had bit the dust under thesink.

Vicki says she does not allowdust under the sink but the mousewas dead anyway. Three days havepassed and no sightings or smoosh-ing has occurred. I’m still vigilant, Ihave plenty of peanut butter and Ithink I'm winning the battle.

Mice, you messed with thewrong guy!

Wofford Heights resident RodMiddleworth is a retired security manag-er for Pacific Bell.

AnnouncementsCommunity

FFA fresh Christmas trees for saleFFA Boosters are selling beautiful fresh Christmas trees: Noble Firs, Douglas Firs,

and new this year, Grand Firs, as well as fresh live decorated wreaths. They are locat-ed beside the Shell Gas Station on Lake Isabella Blvd. The lot will be open Mondaythrough Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. (some week days opening at noon depending onadditional volunteers) and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sat.urday and Sunday. Free hotchocolate and coffee is being served! Contact Rebecca Gholson at 760-549-3389 forfurther information. FFA Boosters is a volunteer group that supports the agricultur-al projects and other competitions of Kern Valley High Students. You’d better hurry.Two-thirds of the trees are already gone!

The Drugstore Girls 4th Annual Food and Toy DrivePlease help us gather food and new toys for Valley Thrift Store. They will hand

them out on Christmas Eve. Drop them off at The Drugstore in Kernville from nowuntil Tuesday, Dec. 23.

Pet adoption event for the holidaysThe 4th annual “Home 4 the Holidays” adoption event started last month and con-

tinues until Saturday, Jan. 10 with special adoption prices, $20 for dogs and $10 forcats. Help homeless pets find their forever homes this holiday season. For informa-tion on adopting, call 661-868-7100, or email [email protected].

Merry Christmas fromthe Food Pantry

This is the holiday season, when theFood Pantry gives out 150 food boxes tothe less fortunate families in our area.They also give out 2 or 3 toys for eachchild in that family. Due to the increase ofprices and the need being so great, theyare asking your help in any way that youcan, like monetary donations so we canbuy what we need, or food to fill theboxes like hams or turkeysand any of theholiday trimmings. Let’s not forget thechildren, they need toys for all ages. Youcan mail a donation to P.O. Box 2566Lake Isabella, CA 93240, go to 4621 LakeIsabella Blvd. or call 760-379-4825

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should be simple to define heroism but itisn’t. The potential for being a hero existsin most of us but it is unplanned andspontaneous. Ordinary people, ordinary

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Kernville■ First Baptist Church of Kernville46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403■ Kernville United Methodist Church251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30a.m. 760-376-2751■ Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9a.m., Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00a.m. 760-376-6362■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal ChurchAt Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday11 a.m

Wofford Heights■ Faith Community Foursquare Church20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service9:30 and 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6719■ New Life Assembly of God25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 9 a.m.,10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402■ St. Jude Catholic Church86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416■ Calvary Chapel125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789■ Christ Fellowship80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m.Lake Isabella/Bodfish

Lake Isabella/Mt.Mesa■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 8:30 a.m.,11:00 a.m. School 9:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella.Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640■ Mt.View Southern Baptist Church2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun.9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church(LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella.Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343■ Kern Valley Bible Church3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Church of the Nazarene2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella.Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2062

■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120■ Lake Isabella Church of Christ3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Services 11a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible study Sun.10 a.m.■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. SaturdayService 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., and5 p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. 760-379-5819■ Salvation ArmyThe local national affiliate Mon. 9 am - 1 pm.6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-5100.■ SGI - USA BuddhistLotus Sutra based discussion and meetingsCall 379-6162 for dates and times.Mountain Mesa■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m.760-379-2904■ Grace Chapel12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093■ Christian Assembly12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal)4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 2 and 3 p.m.760-549-3186

Southlake/Weldon■ Kern Christian Church “The River”14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m.and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780■ Faith Community South Campus16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday evening4 p.m., 760-379-6935■ Weldon United Methodist Church20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m.760-378-2321■ Weldon Baptist Church20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m.& 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964.

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Message of faith

Dan Schlensker,Courier Columnist

Recently I wasreminded that I ama sinner! I was head-ed home to WoffordHeights, and atabout the dam Icame up behind anSUV travelling sig-nificantly (10 per-cent) slower than the speed limit. Ifollowed--perhaps more closely that Ishould--at a distance that is supposedto indicate to the slower driver that Iwould like for them to use a turnoutand let me get past. (At least I havecome to believe in the two years inthe KRV, that that is how it’s sup-posed to work.)

My speed while driving has owedmuch over my nearly 50 years of driv-ing to the coaching of my high schooldriver-training instructor, who triedto teach us not do dwadle on theroad. He said, “Since traffic accidentshappen in time, the less time youspend on the road, the less likely youare to have an accident.”

As a math-science student, in mymind, that translated to the faster yougo, the less time you spend on theroad, and the less likely you are to beinvolved in an accident. All within theboundaries of safety, of course! So myhabit has been to travel at safe speedswithin (and this from a state trooperor two) 10 percent of the limit.

So, after the slower driver passedby two opportunities to pull over andlet me by, I opted to pass when wegot to the straight uphill stretch just

The solution to imperfectionsbeyond the curve from HungryGulch. As soon as I saw the wholestraight uphill stretch was clear, I didnot wait until the double yellow linebecame dashed, I passed the slowervehicle and proceeded up the hill,being relieved to get around themore contemplative driver.

When I got over the hill and intoWofford Heights, I stopped to get mymail from our box at the Post Office.When I came back out the SUV I’dpassed was motoring through theparking lot. As I was getting into mytruck the driver stopped and said,“Excuse me, do you know that youcrossed a double yellow line when youpassed me?”

I admitted that I did know that. Ireasserted the safety of my maneuverand noted that she’d had a couple ofopportunities to pull over. She stillinsisted that I broke the law.

She was right! I did break the law.My last words to her were “Thankyou.” I need a reminder on a regularbasis that I am not a faultless person.In fact, the Bible says that “there isnot a righteous man on earth whocontinually does good and who neversins"”Ecclesiastes 7:20). My need forforgiveness and a Savior were, onceagain, brought into bold relief. Thislady was a God-send: what a gift inearly Advent as we prepare to wel-come into our world and hearts, theSavior of the world, Who brought usforgiveness of sins, Who was born ofthe virgin Mary, and laid in a mangerin Bethlehem. O come, let us adoreHim!

Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherdof the Hills Lutheran Church Lake Isabella.

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1. Is the book of Matthew in the Old or New Testament or neither?2. Who was Herod’s information source as to where the Christ Child was tobe born? Joseph, Reuben, Micah, Matthew3. From Luke 2:13, what term describes an army of angels praising God?Heavenly host, Covenant, Spirit multitude, Manoah4. What group received the angels’ announcement of the birth of Jesus?Carpenters, Shepherds, Tentmakers, Masons5. Where was the young child when the Magi came to visit Him to presentgifts? Manger, Under the stars, House, Temple6. From Matthew 2, to what country did Mary, Joseph and the Baby Jesusflee? Jordan, Syria, Oman, Egypt

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Prayer by phoneThe Kern River Valley Prayer Rooms are pleased to offer a new Prayer Request

Phone Service. On March 1, the KRVPR opened a 24-hour, seven day a week prayerrequest phone line to the Kern River Valley, residents. The Prayer Rooms of the KernRiver Valley have been serving the KRV for more than nine years, providing a week-ly in person location where anyone needing prayer could come and have eldersfrom several churches pray for them as per James 5:14-15. Many testimonies ofjobs being obtained to healings and other answers to prayer have occurred. If youhave a prayer need, call any time: 760-417-6161. Your prayer request message willbe prayed over by the prayer teams. If you desired personal prayer, consider visit-ing The Prayer Rooms of the Kern River Valley, any Thursday, from 9 a.m. to noon,located at 5105 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella at The Community ChristianService Center. Church elders from churches in the Kern River Valley will bepleased to bless you in prayer. For information call 760-379-5100, Monday throughThursday, 9 a.m. to noon.

A Christmas Community Sing-AlongEveryone that loves to sing Christmas Carols, or loves to listen to them, is welcome

on Friday, Dec. 12. There will be songs for children who love to sing also. From 6:30to 8 p.m. at the Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Mountain Mesa. Formore information call Jean Pack at 760-376-2388.

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Emergencies call■ Ambulance■ Fire■ Law Enforcement■ Search & Rescue■ Lake Patrol■ Forest Service

Sheriff/CHP Substation7046 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake IsabellaWeekdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.business calls only, 760-549-2100

Kern County FireStations■ Kernville Station 7611018 Kernville RoadKernvillebusiness calls only, 760-376-2219

■ Lake Isabella Station 724500 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake Isabellabusiness calls only, 760-379-2626

■ Southlake Station 719000 Navajo Ave.Weldonbusiness calls only, 760-378-3055

Kern Valley HospitalEmergency DepartmentMcCray & LaurelMountain Mesa760-379-2681

Recreation information■ U.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 information■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce6404 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake IsabellaLocal: 760-379-5236Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN

■ KernvilleChamber of Commerce11447 Kernville Rd.Kernville(corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads) Local: 760-376-2629Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE

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days, ordinary circumstances suddenly become extraordinary events.Each year your local American Red Cross honors “real heroes.” These benevolent

acts embody the heart of the Red Cross mission to prevent and alleviate human suf-fering in the face of emergencies.

Your local Red Cross is calling on you to nominate these extraordinary people inour community. These acts of kindness should be celebrated. The nomination dead-line is Saturday, Jan. 31. You can get more information and the nomination form atredcross.org/news/event/ca/bakersfield/Annual-Real-Heroes-Event.

Attention horseshoe playersThe Lake Isabella Horseshoe Club is seeking new players of all ages to join in the

fun every Thursday at Tank Park. Sign up starts at 5 p.m. The entry fee is only $4.There is prize money for first and second places. Call Ken Kasha at 760-379-1222 orNorm Cook at 760-376-2804 for more information.

Art Association looking for demonstratorsIf you have a craft or artistic skill and would like to demonstrate your skill at one

of the KRVAA monthly meetings, please call Emily Diggles at 760-379-6162 or [email protected]. You may donate your efforts or, if desired, receive a com-pensation. There is also a travel allowance of $50 if you live more than 50 miles away.This can be a way to get better known and get more customers and publicity. Thereare openings through September 2015. July and August are dark. They have hadmany varied demos such as air brush, watercolor, pastels, landscapes, NativeAmerican sand painting, etc. Please consider sharing your skills.

Assistance for veteransFor the past four years the Bakersfield Vet Center has been working diligently on

providing counseling services to our Veterans living in remote areas of Kern County.The Center now has the Counseling staff necessary to visit the Lake Isabella area onthe second Tuesday of each month. Thanks to Kern County Parks and RecreationDepartment, the Bakersfield Vet Center counselor will be at the SeniorCenter/Veterans Hall from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. For those Veterans attending theBakersfield VA Clinic for counseling, their families, and any Veteran that feels theneed to readjust to civilian life after service in a combat theatre- call at 661-323-VETS(8387) to make an appointment with them at the Lake Isabella Seniors Center.

Forest dumpsters not for household dumpingThe Sequoia National Forest spends thousands of dollars annually to dispose of

trash left in Forest Service campgrounds. This taxpayer money is purposed to keepcampgrounds and recreation sites clean, not meant to subsidize trash-dumping ofhouseholds that choose not to dispose of their trash properly nor for contractors thattry to save money by not disposing of post-job refuse in the proper manner. ForestService Law Enforcement has already issued tickets to several individuals who havebeen caught repeatedly transporting and depositing their household trash into ForestService dumpsters. Dumping of any refuse, debris, trash or litter brought as suchfrom private property is a violation of Federal regulations. Law enforcement will con-tinue to enforce this policy, and violators will be fined $325 each time caught. TheKern County Waste Management’s Kern Valley Transfer Station is located six milessoutheast of Kernville on Sierra Way. Hours of operation are Thursday throughTuesday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the station allows household trash to be droppedoff at no charge.

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Office Manager on behalf of the Kern River ValleyChamber of Commerce would like to say a BIGThank You to all who volunteered their time to helpmake the 2014 Christmas Parade possible this year.It is our special volunteers and sponsors that make it all possible.

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Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob

Bodfish Bob’s Hot Bean Dip

1 cup sour cream2 (16 oz.) cans refried beans1/2 (1 oz.) package taco seasoning mix5 drops hot pepper sauce 2 T dried parsley1/4 cup chopped green onions1 (8 oz.) package shredded cheddar cheese1 (8 oz.) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.In a medium bowl, blend the creamcheese and sour cream. Mix in therefried beans, taco seasoning, hotpepper sauce, parsley, green onions,1/2 the cheddar cheese and 1/2 theMonterey Jack cheese. Transfer themixture to an 8x12 inch baking dish.Top with remaining Cheddar andMonterey Jack cheeses. Bake in thepreheated oven 20 to 30 minutes,until cheese is slightly browned.

Bodfish Bob’s Spinach Artichoke Dip

1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

1/2 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed

1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup cream cheese1/4 cup grated Romano cheese1/4 teaspoon minced garlic

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a small baking dish, mix togetherartichoke hearts, spinach, sourcream, mayonnaise, cream cheese,Romano and garlic. Cover dish andbake until heated through and bub-bly, about 25 minutes.

Bodfish Bob’s Colby-Pepper Jack Cheese Dip

1 (8-oz.) package cream cheese, softened 2/3 cup sour cream 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1 T finely chopped canned chipotle pepper in

adobo sauce 2 tsp chili powder 2 cups chopped cooked chicken 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded Colby-Jack

cheese blend 1 (4-oz.) can chopped green chiles 4 green onions, finely chopped 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro garnish: fresh cilantro sprig tortilla and sweet potato chips

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Stirtogether first five ingredients in alarge bowl until smooth. Stir inchicken and next five ingredientsuntil blended. Spoon cheese mixtureinto a lightly greased 8-inch squarebaking dish.Bake at 350 for 30 min-utes or until bubbly. Spoon into aserving bowl. Garnish, if desired.Serve with tortilla and sweet potatochips.

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It hits hard

Juliette Binoche and NikolajCoster-Waldau in “1,000 TimesGood Night”


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PICKS OF THE WEEK“1,000 Times Good Night” (R)

-- As a photojournalist working insome of the world’s deadliestplaces, Rebecca (Juliette Binoche)faces untold danger so she canmake a difference by photograph-ing the reality of war. Her husband(Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) and twodaughters wait for her at home inIreland, suffering each time sheleaves. When Rebecca gets tooclose to a suicide bomber, her hus-band tells her that she must stopputting her life in danger, or she’lllose her family.

The film hits hard with scenesof Rebecca navigating and snap-ping away as conflict, carnage andinhumanity surround her, then fol-lows up with emotional gut-punches when she realizes whatshe puts her family through.

“Pride” (R) -- When you thinkof groups who have formed iron-clad alliances, you really don’tthink of coal miners and gayactivists as brothers in arms.However, in England in 1984, coalminers had to fight to keep theirindustry alive and their home-towns from folding under pressurefrom the Thatcher administration.A group of gay and lesbianactivists sympathize with theplight of the miners, and earnestlyoffer their help to the perplexedworkers.

It’s a high-spirited Brit comedy

with good intentions and the righttone. The characters are cut sym-pathetically, the jokes are charm-ing, and emotional weight isearnest without being cloying.Sexual activities and questions arereferenced, but it never getsraunchy. It’s a crowd pleaser witha good outlook.

“The Trip to Italy” (R) -- Thissequel to the 2010 British hit “TheTrip” puts comedians SteveCoogan and Rob Brydon back onthe road to semi-improvised hilari-ty. The two comedians play slight-ly fictionalized versions of them-selves. They”re friends, sort of.Well, they”re adult men who areable to stand one anothe’s compa-ny, keep a conversation going andcompete over who can do the bestvocal impressions. It beats loneli-ness. This time, they’re on a news-paper assignment to travel aroundItaly, eating fine foods and writingabout it. It’s a serving of dry,ridiculous humor with well-por-tioned bits of reality.

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■ Santa in Circle ParkDecember 20Santa’s Workshop is a special place for chil-dren of all ages, so bundle up and get readyfor the holiday season in Kernville’s CirclePark. Santa will be available from 4 to 7p.m.

■ Bright Lights and SantaDecember 20Come join the residents of Scovern Street inLake Isabella and the members of the KernValley High School CSF as they light up thenight with wonderful Christmas lights,cookies and hot chocolate and a visit fromSanta. On Scovern Street betweenCrestview and Webb from 6:30 to approxi-mately 9 p.m. All proceeds will help bright-en the holidays of local families.

■ Star PartyDecember 20Kern River Valley Astronomy Club holds aStar Party starting at sunset the Saturdaynight that is closest to the new moon at theFairview Helispot, 12 miles north ofKernville (look for the orange cones aboutone mile south of McNally’s). Bundle up;bring some hot chocolate or coffee, and alounge chair. For more info, contact RichBurdge at 760-376-1291 or 760-376-6290 oremail him at [email protected]. It is bestto call to check if haze, smoke or cloudcover might prevent this event from hap-pening.

■ Children’s Christmas partyDecember 21The Kern River Valley Elks Lodge invites allKRV residents to the annual Children’sChristmas Party on Sunday, Dec. 21 from 2to 4 p.m. Doors will open at 1:45 p.m.Refreshments will be served, and familiesare invited. Santa will be there for childrenages up to 10 years old at the Elks Lodge,6708 Wofford Blvd, Wofford Heights 760-376-6575.

■ Commodities distributionDecember 23Government food commodities will be dis-tributed to those who qualify on TuesdayDec. 23 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.

■ Assistance for VeteransJanuary 8The Bakersfield Vet Center provides coun-seling services to our Veterans living inremote areas of Kern County. TheBakersfield Vet Center counselor will be atthe Senior Center/Veterans Hall from 9 a.m.until 3 p.m. For those Veterans attendingthe Bakersfield VA Clinic for counseling,their families, and any Veteran that feels theneed to readjust to civilian life after servicein a combat theatre - call 661-323-VETS(8387) to make an appointment with them atthe Lake Isabella Senior Center.

■ Houchin Blood DriveJanuary 20The KRV blood drive will take place at theFirst Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, fromnoon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20. Pleasebring picture ID with date of birth.

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Clouds on the title Talking About Real Estate

Matt FreemanCourierColumnist

Today I want totalk about some-thing that is rela-tively common forboth buyers andsellers to gothrough in a realestate transaction,and that is one or more clouds onthe title. A cloud on the title is anindustry term that we real estateagents use tomake ussound allsmart andknowledge-able. Did itwork? Yeah,right.

Basically, a “cloud on the title”is one or more problems that anescrow is having with the titlereport on a property that makesthat property unable to receivetitle insurance and thus closeescrow. They can be very frustrat-ing.

So how is this avoided? Well,basically if property that is sellinghas changed hands and when thatchange took place either betweenfamily or if the property was actu-ally sold if there was not anescrow then there can be prob-lems with the title. A paid-off deedthat was not recorded as such, arelative claiming to own the landthat does not, on and on. Mostlythey deal with either death or

debt, for example a wife whosehusband dies but she is not onthe title of the property or theproperty is in a trust that she isnot part of. In that case most like-ly there would have to be a pro-bate which can be a real messand is a great way for attorneysand the government to make freemoney!

Sometimes it is impossible toreally avoid a cloud because it isbased on what you are buyingand if the owners did their properdue-diligence when it came to

keeping upwith every-thing relatedto the owner-ship of theland.Sometimes

just plain old fate causes issues.The thing to remember for bothbuyers and sellers is to alwayshave an escrow when property isbought and sold, always. Yes,there is a small cost involved butso what, would you rather getsued or find out that you cannotsell the property in the future?Even worse, find out that the per-son that you bought the propertyfrom never put it in your name. Ithappens. Escrow keeps everyonehonest. So use real estate agentsand use an escrow and title com-pany to keep those clouds fromraining on your transaction.

Matt Freeman is a realtor withFreeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 or 760-223-0880. His column isnot intended to replace legal advice.

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A properly budgeted ChristmasDave Says

Dave RamseyCourierColumnist

Dear Dave,My wife and Iare still payingoff debt, so wedidn’t budgetanything forChristmas. Howmuch do youthink we should spend onclose friends and family mem-bers?

-DanDear Dan,Not having abudget forChristmasprobably isn’ta great idea ifyou want to have a happy mar-riage! It’s really not that difficult. Idon’t know if there’s a certainamount that works for everyone,because everybody’s circumstancesare different. But you must have aplan when holidays or other spe-cial occasions come along - espe-cially when you’re trying to get outof debt.

If you have kids, you certainlyneed to budget for them. They maynot get everything they want, butthere’s no reason there can’t besomething from Santa under thetree. You also need to budget a lit-tle something for your spouse. Thegood thing is you can have a littlefun with these gifts and make themmore from the heart than the wal-let.

Ramsey

What if you gave your wife acoupon that says you’ll cook a realdinner for her and the kids once aweek for the next three months?Or perhaps it’s a voucher for afree back rub any time she’s feel-ing stressed and tired. Maybe youcould find a nice but inexpensiveframe and put a favorite picture ofthe two of you inside. Things thatcome from the heart, or thatinclude little acts of kindness orserving the other person, can go along way. Those kinds of things

are especiallymeaningful tomost folksduring the hol-iday season.Trust me, Dan.You can have awonderful,

loving, quality Christmas withoutspending a lot of money. You’llhave to spend a little here andthere, but just make sure it’s anamount that’s appropriate for yourfinancial situation. If you’re mak-ing $200,000 and trying to get outof debt, that’s one thing. But ifyou’re making $20,000 a year andtrying to get out of debt, you needto do things that are creative anddon’t require a lot of cash!

-Dave

Dave Ramsey is a national radio per-sonality and the author of three NewYork Times bestselling books. He offersfinancial advice as host of a nationallysyndicated radio program, “The DaveRamsey Show.”

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Your love of the holi-days creates a special bond between you and thepeople in your life. Use this as a way of buildingstronger relationships that will carry over wellbeyond this time.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A new approachcould go a long way toward resolving a painfulestrangement, especially at this holiday time. Andsince your aspects favor friendship this week, whynot go ahead and try it?

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your positives con-tinue to dominate, and any negative factors thatsqueeze in can be dealt with easily. The secret is totackle them at once and not allow them to benefit byyour neglect.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Good news: A col-league’s remarks could help you move toward ulti-mately resolving that persistent workplace situation.Meanwhile, enjoy the holidays with loved ones.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) No one reflects thebright holiday more than all you Leos and Leonaswho love the shimmer and glimmer of the season.P.S.: There just might be a very special somethingfrom Santa.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 Sept. 22) Celebrate the holidaysby being more receptive to new experiences.Overriding your reluctance to try new things couldbe the best gift you’ve given yourself in a long while.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Good news about aloved one makes the holidays even more festive.Expect some unexpected gifts, so be prepared witha few nicely wrapped packages of goodies to offerin return.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) The holiday sea-son provides an opportunity to meet new people,some of whom you might even consider “worthy”enough to join the Scorpio’s select group of friends.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) You alwaysbring your own wonderful sparkle and light to theholidays, and don’t be surprised if this year some-one special reaches out to respond to your warmthin kind.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Togethernessis the dominant theme for your holiday celebrationsthis year. That means reaching out to bring every-one you care for into your very own special circle oflight.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) A reminder of avery special moment from the past makes the holi-days more memorable for the romantic Aquarian.New friendships hold the promise of a romanticfuture as well.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Getting into theswim of things for all you party-loving Pisceans iseasy enough this holiday season. And, of course,you can expect to impress people wherever you go.


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Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: S & B HOT SHOT SERVICES(2014 - B5913). Street address ofprincipal place of business:17846 Kranenburg, Bakersfield,CA 93314. Mailing address ofbusiness: P.O. Box 81914,Bakersfield, CA 93380. REGIS-TRANTS: Sherry Renee Jones,208 Flower Street, Bakersfield,CA 93305 and Charles RobertEnterline, 17846 Kranenburg,Bakersfield, CA 93314. Date thebusiness commenced:00/00/0000. Business is beingconducted as a GeneralPartnership. Notice: In accor-dance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious namestatement generally expires atthe end of five years from thedate on which it was filed in theoffice of the County Clerk,except, as provided in subdivi-

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Christmas in theKern Valley ramped uplast weekend with theliving nativity and carolstroll Friday night inKernville, and onSaturday, Santa’sarrival and the Paradeof Giving along with a Shop Hop downtown.

Santalac -Santa arrived in style inhis “Santalac” completewith his eight lightedreindeer.

Role reversal -Rudolph takes the reins

in a reverse sleigh.Lots of folks came outto enjoy the Parade of

Giving and todonate toys.

Away inKernville -Members of FaithCommunity Church inWofford Heights andemployees and familyfrom Cheryl’s Dinerhelped bring theNativity to life.

Tree standing -Jenny Hanley and

Mike Woodward, alongwith a team of volun-

teers, were instrumentalin getting the whole

Christmas in Kernvilledisplay up and running.

StorybookChristmas Tree -The Lake Isabellabranch library iscelebrating Christmaswith their tree ofreading.

Michael BatelaanKern River Courier

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Kern River Courier December 12, 2014

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