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Friday, January 13, 2012 Serving the Kern River & Isabella Lake Communities www.kernrivercourier.com Vol. 8 No. 49

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Get yourcomfort fromBodfish Bob’smeatloafrecipes.

Wednesday 6 a.m.Storage, IsabellaReservoir166,671 acre-feetReservoir peak361,709 acre-feet

Pool maximum568,075 acre-feet

Pool safety limit360,000 acre-feet

Upper KernKern Inflow at Kernville316 cfs (5-hr avg.)Lower KernOutflow 351 cfsBorel Canal Outflow 321 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.

Mike Mancariniwrites aboutfish habitatimprovement.

Have somelaughs withour Fun &Games pages.

Make yourplans foryour weekusing theCourierCalendar.

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College students ‘privy’ to mining historyU.S. Forest serviceSpecial to the Courier

Keyesville School of ArchaeologyBeing "Privy" to the History of Mining

What does manually manipulating a sam-pling auger to view soil stratigraphy, anddigging around in an old toilet have in com-mon? Believe it or not, they can be one inthe same, intellectually stimulating, andgood fun for all involved.

On May 7, 2011, a group of 18 students,two professors, and a handful of land-man-agement professionals gathered on Bureauof Land Management property in KeyesvilleMining District (just outside of Lake Isabella,CA). The wild-west mountain terrain servesas a modern haven for off-highway vehicleuse, mountain bicycling, and recreationalgold panning. That day, it also provided atime capsule to be opened and documentedby aspiring archeologists of the CaliforniaState University-Bakersfield, Department ofAnthropology, and Porterville College underthe tutelage of professors Dr. Robert Yohe ofCSUB and Dr. Richard Osborne with PC.This was part of the CSUB ArcheologicalField Methods Course being taught by BLMand Forest Service Archeologists, and

spanned ten weekends during the springand summer.The archaeological site they uncovered layerby layer held its secrets in an unusual combi-nation of organic materials, soil and arti-facts. It was an old outhouse, also known asa privy. It was first thought to have beenconstructed in the mid 1800's but artifactsdiscovered by the team dated its usebetween the early 1930's to late 1950's. Theouthouse structure had deteriorated overthe years and had recently collapsed due to

Michael BatelaanKern River Courier

Calamity Jule, AKA: JulieBrueggeman is the program direc-tor for Family PreservationCommunity Services, the organiza-tion that runs the ETC! center inWofford Heights. Brueggemanhas 25 years experienceworking with children andat risk families.

The purpose of EveryTeen Counts! Is to enablechildren and their familiesto realize their own poten-tial. ETC! was developed inresponse to requests fromthe children and communi-ty of the Kern River Valleyto provide a safe place forteens to belong. It is staffedby trained adults that arecomfortable working withchildren that are goingthrough the awkward ado-lescent stage. It is free to all aged 12-18.ETC! wants to be a value to our communityand to teach our kids to give back to theircommunity.

The center provides a safe atmosphereto learn independent living skills, play fungames, have computer access, meet others,have camaraderie, take cooking classes, eathealthy snacks, and have positive behavioracknowledged. Family PreservationCommunity Services is a county wideorganization that is a voluntary program towork within the child's community to helpthe child do well in school, at home and inthe community. It utilizes Wrap Around,which is a long-term intensive programthat meets with the family weekly and canprovide services to meet the family's needs.

heavy rain and snowfall in December 2010.An intact, but weather-worn roof lied direct-ly on the ground above which it once provid-ed shade to those in need of an urgent break.

Bakersfield Field Office, BLMArchaeologist Amy Girado had hoped to findevidence for diversity among the miningtown patrons as historical sources cite thepresence of women and Chinese immigrantsin the Keyesville area. A hotel and brothelthat were established in the area during thatmid-19th century were once located nearby.Artifacts discovered so far reveal it to befrom a later date, however. Excavationsceased at the end of the field school, and theassemblage is currently being analyzed byAnthropology students at CSUB.

The collegiates and professors did notmake the trek to Keyesville just to look at theold boards, they wanted to explore under thesurface and give the students a chance to usewhat student Misty Allen called the "RayGun". Forest Service MineralsAdministrator and Archeologist Mark Howeprovided the undergraduates with theopportunity to use a very special piece ofequipment during their study-the Niton

See ’Privy’, Page 12

Michael BatelaanKern River Courier

Flower Filly Sue, AKA:Sue Rumsower is the ownerof Petal Pusher Plus inKernville. She is supporting

the Kern County Sheriff'sActivities League, known as

"SAL," a private organization notfunded by the County thatrelies on members of lawenforcement and the com-munity to volunteer time tomentor the kids who partici-pate. Through regular con-tact with law enforcement asmentors, coaches and posi-tive role models, SAL worksto deter to a criminal lifestyleand promotes leadershipand goal setting through avariety of activities. Flower Filly Sue left

Keysville and moved toWhiskey Flat with her hus-

band,nicknamed "48" because he has gam-bled in 48 states, and her son. She leftbecause her headstrong son had gotten inwith the wrong crowd, the Kernville HighCountry Outlaws. They nicknamed him"Nevada Kid" because of all the banks herobbed in Nevada!

Now her son has found a good gal inWhiskey Flat and has a whole passel ofyoungins. Sue said, "As their grandmother, Icannot let them follow in the footsteps oftheir grandfather the gambler, so I am run-ning for Whiskey Flat Mayor: to make sureour babies and grandbabies don't grow upto be outlaws!" Flower Filly Sue promisesthat she'll plant plenty of seeds and make theKern Valley bloom from Keysville toMcNally's. After all she is the flower lady.

Whiskey Flat mayoral race kicks offCalamity Jule vs. Flower Filly Sue

Michael Batelaan/Kern River CourierCalamity Jule, AKA: Julie Brueggeman and Flower Filly Sue, AKA: Sue Rumsower.

Kernville Chamberof Commerce

Whiskey FlatDays

February 17 through 20

Special to the CourierProfessor Robert Yohe demonstrating soilsampling with the auger.

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RegularactivitiesFridays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition,Senior Center, 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,Vets Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0848.■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group,Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935.■ 10 - 11 a.m., Hospice Grief SupportGroup, 6040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. Open to all.(661) 760-410-1010.■ 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., AA, 6407 Lake IsabellaBlvd., Lake Isabella.■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and Lunch at Eagles,open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers andHot Rods, Senior Center, Sierra VistaRestaurant, 16575 Hwy 178, Weldon.■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Churchgame night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036.■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd., WoffordHts. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

Saturdays■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, NuuiCunni Center, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, LakeshoreLodge, Wofford Heights.■ 5 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah CentennialGroupy, schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m. Poker Pool 3p.m.,Dinner 5-7 p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public,Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers squaredancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Sundays■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, open tothe public. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877.■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, opento the public. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.■ 10 a.m. - Al Anon, 113 Dawson Dr., WoffordHts. 760-376-6136.

Mondays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition,Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, LakeridgeClubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206.■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley DemocraticClub, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043.■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon., Board; 4th Mon., member-ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629.■ 5 - 7 p.m., Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt.Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 760-379-3394.■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Community Orchestra,Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461.■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1stBaptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082.■ 7 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844.■ 7 p.m., AA, 113 Dawson Dr., Wofford Hts.760-376-6136.■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon, Kern Valley HospitalCafeteria, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

Tuesdays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition,Senior Center, 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’splaygroup, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella.760-379-2556.■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley GardenGroup. 760-379-1129.■ 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-Bodfish

Property Owners, Senior Center, LakeIsabella (760) 760-379-1830.■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy SupportGroup, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606.■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society,Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Wednesdays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition,Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), DamQuilters, senior apts. behind Vons, LakeIsabella. 661-867-1603.■ 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 ofCommerce meeting, Moose Lodge, LakeIsabella. 760-379-5236.■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, opento public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt.Mesa. 760-376-4249.■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group,Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.■ 5:30 p.m., Weight Watchers, WeldonMethodist Church. 760-267-4693.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion,Senior Center Veterans Room, Lake Isabella.760-379-5086.■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game HabitatClub, 631 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts.■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. Live band.■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd. WoffordHts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., WoffordHts.

Thursdays■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition,Senior Center, 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., LakeIsabella.■ 9:30 a.m. (2nd Thu.), Aglow Int’l, SeniorCenter, Rm. 1, Lake Isabella. 2nd Thurs. Forwomen.■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Woman’s Clubmeeting, Elks Lodge.■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, LakeIsabella Library. 760-379-2303.■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, FrenchGulch Campground.■ 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 topublic. 760-379-3877.■ 5 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republicans of KernValley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3602.■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, Ewing’s restaurant,Kernville.■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake RidgeMobile Home Park Club House, Lake Isabella.Weigh-in 5:30 p.m.■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. New members welcome.■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley AstronomyClub, museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.■ 7:30 p.m., Al-Anon Kern Valley Hospital, Mt.Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-8985.

Bingo Guide■ Friday, noon, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Woman’sClub, Fay Ranch Rd., Weldon■ Sunday, 1 p.m., Moose Lodge, LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, Hwy 155 &Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts.

This information is sent to the Courierby the groups listed. It is suggested thatgroups provide a phone number in caseinterested individuals need more informa-tion, or meeting times have changed. noted.

Published FridaysSpotlighting the best of the Kern River ValleyPublisher Michael BatelaanEditors, Writers Michael Batelaan, Mike Ludiker,Pam Stewart, Mike DevichColumnistsMike Mencarini Rod Middleworth Matt Freeman Bodfish BobRon Bolyard Jack DuitsmanCalifornia Joe Richard RoweClarence Semonious Harry ThalPhotographersMichael Batelaan, Mike LudikerContributing PhotographersMurdoc Douglas, Jack Robson,Frances BowmanAd ProductionMichael Batelaan, Mike LudikerAdvertising SalesValerie Minoux, Sara WakemanBusiness OfficeSara WakemanDistributionRon BensonAdvertising policiesPublisher reserves the right to reject or cancelany advertising at any time. Cancellations orrejection shall not preclude payment on similaradvertising previously run. The Kern RiverCourier is not liable for errors in copy or anadvertisement beyond the cost of the actualspace occupied by the error. Publisherreserves the right to place the word “advertise-ment” on any ad copy that appears to resem-ble editorial matter. Submission policiesEditorial and photo submissions are wel-come and will run at the discretion of theeditors. Submissions will only be returnedwhen accompanied by a self-addressedstamped envelope. The editors reserve theright to edit and publish all submissionsboth in print and Internet online publica-tions. The entire contents of the Kern RiverCourier are copyright ©2011. Reproductionin whole or in part of print and Internetonline publications is prohibited withoutprior written consent. All rights reserved.Letters policiesLetters to the Editor are run when space per-mits. They are meant as an open forum forexpression. Letters to the editor pertaining tolocal issues and events or those that affect ourarea are encouraged. Please include your realname, address and phone number for verifica-tion. Pen names or incomplete names are notallowed. The views expressed in the letters tothe editor within this paper and Internet onlinepublications are not necessarily the views ofthis paper, nor those of the staff. The KernRiver Courier reserves the right to exclude anyletter to the editor, or edit its contents for lengthand prevention of libel, or for other reasons asseen fit by the editors. Letters should notexceed 200 words.All submissionsAdvertising, editorial, letters, photography andthe entire content of Kern River Courier publi-cations are subject to publish both in print andInternet online publications.

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CalendarThe CourierSequoia Amateur Radio group,January 14The Sequoia Amateur Radio Group’smeetings will resume on Saturday, Jan.14 at 9:30 a.m. in Lake Isabella. Coffeeand donuts are available for a smalldonation. There will be a free door prizedrawing and a 50/50 raffle drawing. Youdo not need to be a ham radio operator toattend. You only need an interest in ama-teur radio communications. They willnow be meeting at the Kern CountyLibrary, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. in LakeIsabella. The January speaker will beDave Merritt, W7FYV, who is the areaemergency coordinator. Ham radiolicense examinations will follow themeeting. For more information on themeeting or exam session contact MikeHiggins, KA6IYS, at 760-378-1028 or visitthe website at N6KRV.org.

CERT Training, January 14, 21 & 28Learn how to be better prepared byattending the Basic Citizen’s EmergencyResponse Team’s training in January.Kern River Valley’s CERT will be teachingthe 20-hour CERT course startingSaturday, Jan. 14 (modules 1 through 4),Jan. 21 (modules 5-8) and on Jan. 28 (allhands-on training and final exam). Allclasses are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at theFirst Baptist Church in Lake Isabella,3701 Shure St. The classes are free butthere is a $20 charge for the CERT manu-al (not required to purchase). To register,contact Tom Klein at 760-379-2797.

KRV Veterans of Foreign Warsbreakfast, January 15Kern River Valley Veterans of ForeignWars Post 7665 will hold its weeklybreakfast on Sunday, Jan. 15 from 9a.m. to noon at the VFW Hall, 2811Nugget Ave. (behind McDonald’s) inLake Isabella. For information call 760-379-3877 or go to www.kernriverval-ley.org/vfw or [email protected]

Martin Luther King, Jr.Community Celebration,January 16A community gathering to celebrateMartin Luther King, Jr. is scheduledMonday, Jan. 16, at noon at theKernville United Methodist ChurchSocial Hall, 251 Big Blue Road (at thecorner of Big Blue Road and SirrettaSt. in Kernville). Speakers, music andchildren's activities will help us cele-brate the life and mission of our greatcountry. Thoughts and reflections fromattendees who have been touched bythe message of non-violence, inclusionand justice will be welcomed. For anyadditional information about thisevent, contact Lauren Chaffee atKernville United Methodist Church,760-376-2751 or Holly Spohn-Gross at760-223-0269.

Man & Woman of the Year,January 16The Kern River Valley Chamber ofCommerce has announced the selectionof Richard Rowe and Smitty Glass as theMan and Woman of the Year for 2012.The Kern River Valley Chamber ofCommerce will honor both at a specialdinner celebration on Monday, Jan. 16 atthe Paradise Cove Restaurant, 10700Highway 178. For reservations pleasecontact the Kern River Valley Chamberoffice at 760-379-5236 or [email protected]. It is suggest-ed that reservations be made soon asseating is limited.

Winter Cheer Blood Drive,January 17With January being National VolunteerBlood Donor Month the HouchinCommunity Blood Bank is having ablood drive on Tuesday, Jan. 17 fromnoon until 6 p.m. at the First BaptistChurch in Lake Isabella. Those donat-ing will receive a free T-shirt. Whendonating, remember to bring pictureID with your date of birth; be free fromall cold, flu, cold sores, or symptoms ofinfection; do not eat a meal at least

See Calendar, Page 10

‘Flower Filly’ Sue aka: Sue RumsowerSupporting the Sheriff’s Activities League

Friday, Jan. 13: Chatterbox Fish Fry,Wofford Heights. 5 p.m. Free bribe withevery fish dinner.Saturday, Jan. 14: Horseracing, KernvilleSaloon, Kernville. 4 p.m.Sunday, Jan. 15: Shady Lane Saloon, LakeIsabella, noon to 5 p.m. Free bribe withBurger ordered. Country music.Monday, Jan. 16: Kernville Saloon,Kernville, Shuffleboard tournament, 6 p.m.Tuesday, Jan. 17: Sue’s guest bartendingat The Sportsman, Kernville, 5 p.m.

‘Calamity Jule’ aka: Julie Brueggeman Supporting Every Teen Counts and

Family Preservation Community ServicesSunday, Jan. 15: Cheryl’s Diner,Kernville, 8 a.m.Wednesday, Jan. 18: Pizza Factory, LakeIsabella, 4 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 4: ETC!, Wofford Heights,10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 5: Superbowl bar hopping.

Call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce,760-376-2629, for more information.

Whiskey Flat Mayor campaign events

Rod MiddleworthKern River Courier Columnist

Last week I hadthe misfortune totrip on a rock andinjure my leg.

As a result, Ifind myself chair-bound, unable tosleep in my bed.What I have to dois sit in a recliner,unable to moveabout.

This means that, at times, I have ablanket covering me. Because theinjury includes my foot, I often findboth feetsticking outfrom underthe blanket.

Now hereis what I havenoticed: Myfeet are about 60 inches from myeyes and when viewed across a blan-ket, they are very distinctive anddemand to be seen as a specialappendage to my body.

I noted that my toes wiggle wellbut need to concentrate to do so. I’vealso noticed that my big toe is fat butis not the longest. That honor goesto the toe right next to it which isabout 1/8th of an inch longer.

From there, each toe gets pro-gressively smaller until you get to mysmallest toe.

I also know that each toe (“littlepiggy”) had a particular job. The bigtoe “went to market,” the next toe“stayed home” the next piggy (toe)

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This piggy went to marketThings I Have Noticed...

“ate roast beef” while the fourthpiggy had none. The last and littlestpiggy, for one reason or another,“cried ‘wee wee, wee’ all the wayhome.”

Taken out of context, this is a veryunusual story, which I have heard foryears. As a toddler, I knew it byheart, because my grandmother, mygrandfather, my mother, my fatherand several relatives, all told me thesame story when they use to help medry my feet after a bath.

During this last week I have alsonoticed that my toes need clippingand I am not able to do the deed. So Iam watching each nail grow longer,and more deadly, every day.

Due to myinactivity, Iam unable toget any exer-cise -- exceptfor my toes. Ihave found

that I can wiggle them as a unit. I canwiggle one foot and then the other,or I can individually bend and wiggleeach toe. If I have music on the radio,I also keep up a wiggle rythym to themusic.

I now look at the part of my bodywith toes, feet and ankles, with a lotmore interest than in the past.

I’m also wondering if my system,full of Vicodin, has any effect on mystory writing.

Wofford Heights resident RodMiddleworth, a retired security man-ager for Pacific Bell, is an instructorfor the local AARP Driver SafetyProgram.

AnnouncementsCommunity

See Announcements, Page 4

Houchin MLK Blood Drive Houchin Community Blood Bank and the Volunteer Center of Kern

County’s R.S.V.P. Program wishes to bring in more donations and aware-ness to volunteers, veterans and children in honor of Martin Luther King,Jr. Day. The blood drive will kick off on Thursday, Jan. 12 and run throughSaturday, Jan. 14 at Houchin’s Truxtun location in Bakersfield.

With January being National Volunteer Blood Donor Month, Houchinand R.S.V.P thought it would be the perfect time to celebrate the wonderfulgifts that volunteers provide to our community on a daily basis. BothHouchin and R.S.V.P., rely solely on volunteers to operate and provide forKern County and without these volunteers the work from these organiza-tions would be impossible.

Also joining the MLK, Jr. Blood Drive, as supporters and sponsors ofgreat gifts, are numerous community partners who understand the signifi-cant contributions that volunteers provide to Kern County. In addition,themed gift baskets will be on display in Houchin's canteen to be raffled atthe end of the month.

MLK Day, Standard Amenity FeesWaived

The Kern River Ranger District will waive fees for its standard amenityfee sites at Auxiliary Dam, South Fork Recreation Area and Old IsabellaRoad from Saturday, Jan. 14 to Monday, Jan. 16 in honor of Martin LutherKing, Jr. Day. Fees will also be waived for Camp 9 Day Use Area for thatday. Enjoy this unseasonably pleasant weather by fishing, picnicking, hik-ing or viewing nature. Normal fees at all other locations on the SequoiaNational Forest will apply.

Become an AARP Tax-AideVolunteers are needed. AARP Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest, free, vol-

unteer-run tax counseling and preparation service for middle- and low-income taxpayers. Special attention to those age 60 and older. Volunteer asa tax assistance counselor or interviewer and/or a tax preparer. To join agreat team of volunteers, call Judy Rowley at 760-793-0405 or RolandDanielson at 760-379-8389. All materials and equipment will be furnishedfree.

Volunteers sought for Tree PlantingJoin staff and volunteers on Saturday, Jan. 21 from 8 a.m. to noon for a

weekend work party. Last year’s storm cut a new river channel and beforeit dries up we plan to use nature to help rebuild a forest. We will be plant-ing cottonwoods and willows and understory vegetation in deposited sedi-ments along the newly created river channel. This will help to jump-startthe natural tree recruitment and provide future habitat for rare birds andother riparian wildlife.

After the work is done, enjoy a no-host picnic at the preserve headquar-ters. There are multiple trails around the preserve that are easy hikes. Ifyour group is quiet you might see one of our many deer resting in thewoods. Once a month from autumn through spring, volunteers fromaround the community gather to help with projects at the Audubon KernRiver Preserve. Bring gloves, wear long sleeves and pants, boots to get wet,and safety glasses if you have them. The preserve will supply the tools.

Middleworth

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“I also know that each toe (‘littlepiggy’) had a particular job.”

--Rod Middleworth

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True town supportI would like to say that I am very proud of those businesses that are going to

be the major sponsors of this year’s Fishing Derby. On that note, I (and manyothers) should be very ashamed. And when I say that, it comes from the heart.As I saw in last week’s Courier, places like Isabella Market and a few othersbecame sponsors. But yet places like major markets and national restaurantchains and franchises, did not bother. And that is what we should all beashamed of. Derby time is a big part of our year here in this Valley. It’s a timewhen business starts booming again. And the places that bring in the mostmoney are places like the major market and the other local national franchisedrestaurants. We support them like most of us supported those at the large mar-ket when they went on strike. But yet, after all the business and money theymade over the years and last year during the Derby, they don’t support us.Time and time again, they don’t sponsor the Derby. I hope many people seewhat our town really means to these businesses that are sponsoring the Derbyand throw their support more the way of our actual Derby sponsors. I know Iwill be. To me, it’s like these non-sponsoring businesses are taking from ourtown and not giving back. Just think how the Derby would be if they too sup-ported it. Thank you for your time and remember to support our town’s truesupporters.

Big Ed MooreLake Isabella

Editor’s note: The Kern River Courier did not have the space to list every allDerby sponsors. There are more than 66 additional local area sponsors. Readerswishing to review all the Derby sponsors, before reaching any conclusions,should visit the Derby website, www.isabellalakefishingderby.com or the Derbyentry form for a complete list of its sponsors.

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sugar, vinegar and mustard. Cook untilsugar is dissolved. Set aside. Takeonion, celery, green pepper and onetablespoon water; put in bowl. PutSaran Wrap over them and put inmicrowave to soften. Combine eggwith vegetables (celery, onion andgreen pepper), crackers, salt, blackpepper, meat and 1/2 cup tomatosauce mixture. Mix thoroughly. Shapeinto loaf. Put into baking dish andpour remaining tomato sauce mixtureover meatloaf. Bake 350 degrees, cov-ered, for 1 hour. Baste occasionally. Ifsauce thickens, add 1/4 cup water.Serve sauce separately. Serves 6.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK“Real Steel” (PG-13) — Films

have put many a lens on the bondbetween father and son, but to thispoint they’ve all left out the mostawesome angle of approach to pater-nal relations: robotic combat. “RealSteel” rectifies this oversight with aloud, exciting, corny and fun flickabout a dad (Hugh Jackman) and hisdetermined young son (Dakota Goyo)teaming up to train a boxing robotthat will win the title (or whateverrobots fight for) and bring them clos-er together.

In the near future, robot boxingabruptly replaces human boxing justin time to dash Charlie’s (Jackman)dreams of being a top fighter. Yearslater, he’s down on his luck, workingaround the edges of the robot-fight-ing scene. He reluctantly accepts thehelp of his estranged son, and thecliches start pouring in from there.“Real Steel” is no game changer, butif you have a boy who needs twohours of solid entertainment, sitdown with him and watch somerobot fights.

“50/50” (R) — This dark, smart,from-the-heart comedy about life,love and cancer caught many peopleby surprise. Joseph Gordon Levittsolidifies his position as the youngactor with chops in this role asAdam, a guy whose cancer diagnosisgives him a 50-50 chance of survival.

The script is informed by true life,as writer Will Reiser looked into hisown story of cancer survival whencrafting this comedy script centeredaround heavy subject matter. With areal script in-hand, the performances

don’t disap-point. Gordon-Levitt’s tightlywound Adamis candidlyfunny andnever overact-ed, and SethRogen hits themark as a guy’sguy who’s outof his depthand trying tosupport his

best friend.

“Rebecca” (NR) [Blu-ray] —Alfred Hitchcock’s first Americanmovie is now available on Blu-ray.Laurence Olivier plays a wealthy wid-ower who brings his new love to hissprawling mansion. When the newlady of the house arrives, she findsthat she’s not quite welcome, as thestaff and much of the estate are stilldedicated to the first wife, whosedeath is some sort of mystery. Theperformances deliver the full weightof the suspense and atmosphericdread in Hitchcock’s only film to winthe Oscar for best picture.

“The Whistleblower” (R) —Rachel Weisz plays an American whotakes a peace-keeping position inwar-torn Bosnia. She quicklybecomes the target of an extensiveand corrupt network of military anddiplomatic personnel when she triesto defend women pulled into the sextrade. The story escalates from grip-ping to intense as it becomes clearthat it is one woman against the sys-tem.

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KRV Chamber Man & Woman of the YearThe Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce theselection of Richard Rowe and Smitty Glass as the Man and Woman of theYear for 2012. Both Richard and Smitty are being honored for their manycommunity activities for the past several years. The Kern River ValleyChamber of Commerce will honor both at a special dinner celebration onMonday, Jan. 16 at the Paradise Cove Restaurant, 10700 Highway 178, LakeIsabella. The public is invited to attend and celebrate both honorees. Therewill be a social hour starting at 5:30 p.m. with dinner being served at 7 p.m.Cost will be $25 per person (choice: chicken, prime rib or shrimp). Forreservations, please contact the Kern River Valley Chamber office at 760-379-5236 or e-mail [email protected]. It is suggested that reserva-tions be made soon because attendance to the event is expected to be filledquickly, and seating is limited.

The Kern River Valley Health SummitThe Kern River Valley Health Summit, initiated by Supervisor Jon

McQuiston last year, is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 23. This meeting is aneffort to recognize the many health opportunities already provided in ourValley and perhaps identify any services that may be lacking. There will betwo sessions - the first will begin at 3 p.m. and the second will begin at 6p.m. It will be a question-and-answer format. The Forum will take place atthe Lake Isabella Senior Center room 1. Any public health-related agenciesinterested in participating with an information table or with five to 10 min-utes to comment on your agency should contact Judy Hyatt [email protected] so that she may add you to the agenda.

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Kern River Valley informationEmergencies 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 Fire StationsKernville 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 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

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It looks like thehabitat cages atJoughin Cove andBrown’s Cove aregetting a face lift.

The trees fromlast Christmas arebeing used by theHabitat Club tospruce up thelocal lake habitat.

Volunteersworking lastweekend stuffed the trees in thecages, giving the popular crappiefishing spot a new lease on life.

If you are not familiar with thishabitat project you should driveover to the south side of the lakeand observe what the HabitatClub has done to the cove behindJoughin Ranch and Brown’s Cove(the next cove north). Some peoplemay refer to it as Lyme Dyke, dueto the vein of a white mineral thatruns all the way across the lake.This is in the area betweenKissack Cove and Brown’s Cove.

I think these are really goodprojects.

If you meander around the lakelike I do, you will see lots ofstumps where there there are nolonger trees standing. The crappieand bluegill need this cover forprotection of their young and to

be able to escape predator fish. Along with the two areas

already mentioned, there are otherareas that have these habitatcages. They are located at Tammi’sLanding, Wofford Heights Park,between Tillie Creek and FreearPoint (this is French, named forthe family who once lived there.Most of us call it “free-air” point),and it looks as though the con-crete launch at Kissack Cove mayalso be getting some structure.

As I was traversing the lakeearlier this week, I noticed quite afew fishermen at Paradise Cove. Afriend of mine told me that thetrout bite was excellent this pastweek and another friend who fish-es the Boulder Gulch area said thetrout bite there was also verygood.

Not much to report on the bassand crappie. It seems no one isfishing the crappie very much andthe bass bite is what it is this timeof year.

I do have one clue, and withthis warm trend the bass may notbe as deep.

Mike Mencarini is a WoffordHeights resident and a volunteer atthe Kern River Fish Hatchery. Forquestions or comments you canreach him through the Kern RiverCourier, [email protected].

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KernvilleFather’s Heart Foursquare ChurchKernville Elementary School, KernvilleService Sunday 9:30 a.m.(760) 223-6704First Baptist Church of Kernville46 Valley View Drive, KernvilleSunday Service — 10:45 a.m.. (760) 376-6403Kernville United Methodist Church251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Worship Celebration, 9:30 a.m.(760) 376-2751Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center44 Big Blue Road, KernvilleSunday School 9 a.m., Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 417-2014St. Peter’s Anglican Church11900 Sierra Way, KernvilleSunday Service 10:00 a.m. (760) 376-6362St. Sherrian’s Episcopal ChurchServices held at Kernville United Methodist ChurchSundays 11 a.m.

Wofford HeightsFamily Life Center Foursquare Church20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 376-6719New Life Assembly of God25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 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 HeightsSunday Service 10 a.m. (760) 376-8789Christ Fellowship80 Evans Road, Wofford HeightsSunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Lake IsabellaFirst Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. (760) 379-5615Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake IsabellaSunday Service: 9:45 a.m. Wed. 5:30 p.m. (760) 417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 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) 379-8672Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS)377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 11 a.m. (760) 379-2343

Kern Valley Bible Church3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.(760) 379-5482 Church of the Nazarene2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake IsabellaSunday Service 10:30 a.m. (760) 379-2062Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella Sunday School & Worship 9:30 a.m. (760) 379-2120Lake Isabella Church of Christ3711 Golden Spur, Lake IsabellaWorship Sunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m.Bible study Sun. 10 a.m.Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. (760) 379-3206Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. (760) 379-5819

Mt. MesaChurch of Christ Mt. Mesa6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. MesaSunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.(760) 379-4792Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. (760) 379-2904Grace Chapel12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. (760) 379-4093Christian Assembly12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. (760) 379-6377Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal Church)4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 4 p.m. (760) 379-6360

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Kern Christian Church “The River”14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. (760) 378-3780He Cares Fellowship16475 Hwy 178, Southlake Services Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m.(760) 379-6935Weldon United Methodist Church20021 Hwy. 178, WeldonSunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.(760) 378-2321Weldon Baptist Church20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.(760) 378-4964

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Jack Duitsman, PastorFather’s Heart Foursquare Church,Kernville

As for the saintswho are in theearth, They are themajestic ones inwhom is all mydelight.

--Psalm 16:3

How hard it isfor us to come toterms with theembrace of theFather’s great love for us. The rea-sons for this difficulty are as variedas the stories of each of our lives,but the reality of our plight bringsus all to the same place of needing aliteral lifetime to glimpse but a partof the love of God for us. Amazingthat in our movement through life’sjourney, the reach to us from theFather’s heart is unbroken, and inwhatever we find ourselves experi-encing, the desire of God is to revealHis love in ever deeper ways. Thishas direct impact on how you and Ilive on a daily basis, for in realways, the love of God is extendedand intended to shape who we are,how we think, how we respond andultimately where we find ourselves.If this living in an ever growingsense of God’s love seems too ethe-real and not applicable to the threedimensional fast-paced lives we alllive, then we need a fresh revelationof the purpose of our being here,and the grace of God that bringsreality to that purpose.

Reengage the above verse for amoment with an eye to where youmight fit into what is being commu-nicated. Having any trouble?Certainly we may all assent to thegracious work of our Lord JesusChrist making us “saints” throughthe power of His death and resur-rection, but in all honesty do we feellike this word is very descriptive ofwho we are on a day in and day out

basis. And forget about the “majes-tic ones in the earth” description,this is just embarrassing in contrastto what we feel about ourselves.With all the desire we may have inliving for Jesus, the truth of ourfalling far short is a constant in lifethat appears unshakable. The trou-ble with our own soul searching isthat at times we come to conclu-sions about God’s love that are justplain wrong, how it applies to us,and how it therefore must affect inour lives. The love of God can berelegated to little more thanbystander status as we strugglethrough whatever life brings ourway. Like a dissatisfied parent with“that look” on their face, so the loveof God that is to embrace and trans-form us at our deepest levelsbecomes unwanted scrutiny and onemore testament to the failure we sooften feel. Not good enough, notspiritual enough, and for crying outloud, if God loves me so much, whycan’t I get it together?

The amazing truth here is that theFather’s assessment of us is notwrong. In finding our personal por-traits in the above verse, we are notbeing pompous and narcissistic, butrather are coming to an agreementthat is freeing to our souls. We areembracing and being embraced bythe love of God that takes a lifetimeto comprehend. We are slowly butsurely coming to terms with ourown fantastic failure, and the graceof God that is master over our fail-ure. I do so wish we could reallywrap our hearts around what isbeing communicated here, and theinference to the love of God that hascome to us like it has to all other“saints and majestic ones in theearth.” It is enough perhaps thatyou and I simply assent to theFather’s heart communicated hereto us, and in that assent know thatlittle by little, we are being changedby the Father’s great love for us.May our cry ever be: “He loves me.He really loves me!”

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) You’re about toexperience a new perspective on a situation youlong regarded quite differently. What you learncould open more opportunities later.

TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) You are temptedto charge into a new venture. But it might be bestto take things one step at a time, so that youknow just where you are at any given point.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) It’s a good timeto go on that fun getaway you’ve been planning.You’ll return refreshed, ready and eager to tack-le the new challenge that awaits you.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You love to fan-tasize about magical happenings in the early partof the week. But the sensible you gets down toserious business by week’s end.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) What goes aroundcomes around for those lucky Leos whose acts ofgenerosity could be repaid with opportunities toexpand into new and exciting areas of interest.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Your concernabout your job responsibilities is commendable.But you need to take some quiet time to sharewith someone who has missed being with you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Aspects favor get-ting out and meeting new people. And as a

bonus, you might find that some of your newlymade friends could offer important businesscontacts.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You might takepride in wanting to do everything yourself. Butnow’s a good time to ask family members to helpwith a demanding personal situation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Pay moreattention to the possibilities in that workplacechange. It could show the way to make that long-sought turn on your career path.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Your need tosucceed might overwhelm obligations to yourloved ones. Ease up on that workload and intosome well-deserved time with family and friends.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Love rules foramorous Aquarians who can make good use oftheir ability to communicate feelings. Don’t besurprised if they’re reciprocated in kind.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Fishing for com-pliments? No doubt, you probably earned them.But it’s best to let others believe they were theones who uncovered the treasure you really are.

BORN THIS WEEK: Your good works flowfrom an open, generous heart. Nothing makesyou happier than to see others happy as well.


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1. Who is the San Diego Padres’ all-time leader incareer home runs?

2. How many times has a Texas Ranger beennamed the American League’s Most Valuable Player?

3. When was the last time before the 2010 seasonthat Green Bay and Chicago faced off in an NFL play-off game?

4. How many NCAA men’s basketball champi-onships have the UConn Huskies won?

5. Name the first Eastern bloc player to skate in theNHL.

6. Which was the last team before the L.A. Galaxyin 2011 to win the MLS Cup after being the No. 1 seedentering the playoffs?

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Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:ARRO Autogas (2011 - B7100), Streetaddress of principal place of business:1960 Ramada Drive, Paso Robles, CA93446. Mailing address of business:1960 Ramada Drive, Paso Robles, CA93446. REGISTRANT: San LuisButane Distributors, 1960 RamadaDrive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. F -Corporation. Date the business com-menced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accor-dance with subdivision (a) of Section17920, a fictitious name statement gener-ally expires at the end of five years fromthe date on which it was filed in theoffice of the County Clerk, except, asprovided in subdivision (b) of Section17920, where it expires 40 days after anychange in the facts set forth in the state-ment pursuant to Section 17913 otherthan a change in the residence address ofa registered owner. A new FictitiousBusiness Name Statement must be filedbefore the expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itself authorize theuse in this State of a fictitious businessname in violation of the rights of anotherunder Federal, State or Common Law(see Section 14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed: William

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Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: SPCustomz (2011 - B7251), Street addressof principal place of business: 2112Classen Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312.Mailing address of business: 2112Classen Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312.REGISTRANT: Nicole Taylor, 2112Classen Street, Bakersfield, CA 93312.A - Individual. Date the business com-menced: 07/23/2010. Notice: In accor-dance with subdivision (a) of Section17920, a fictitious name statement gener-ally expires at the end of five years fromthe date on which it was filed in theoffice of the County Clerk, except, asprovided in subdivision (b) of Section17920, where it expires 40 days after anychange in the facts set forth in the state-ment pursuant to Section 17913 otherthan a change in the residence address ofa registered owner. A new FictitiousBusiness Name Statement must be filed

before the expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itself authorize theuse in this State of a fictitious businessname in violation of the rights of anotherunder Federal, State or Common Law(see Section 14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed: NicoleTaylor. This statement filed on12/22/2011. Expires 12/22/2016. ANNK. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Publishedby the Kern River Courier December 30,2011, January 6, 13 and 20, 2012.


Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:McBride Tactical Gunworks (2011 -B7166), DBA #2: McBride GunsmithServices (2011 - B7167). Street addressof principal place of business: 6728 11thStreet, Wofford Heights, CA 93285.Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 27,Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGIS-TRANT: McBride Tactical Gunworks,Inc., 6728 11th Street, Wofford Heights,CA 93285 . F - Corporation. Date thebusiness commenced: 05/10/2011.Notice: In accordance with subdivision(a) of Section 17920, a fictitious namestatement generally expires at the end offive years from the date on which it was

filed 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: Mike McBride, Co-Owner,President. This statement filed on12/19/2011. Expires 12/19/2016. ANNK. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By V. Zuniga. Publishedby the Kern River Courier December 30,2011, January 6, 13 and 20, 2012.

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has been filed by: COLLEEN M. MUL-LANEY in the Superior Court ofCalifornia, County of KERN.THE PETITION for Probate requests thatCOLLEEN M. MULLANEY be appoint-ed as personal representative to adminis-ter the estate of the decedent. THE PETI-TION requests the decedent's will andcodicils, if any, be admitted to probate.The will and any codicils are available forexamination in the file kept by the court.THE PETITION requests authority toadminister the estate under theIndependent Administration of EstatesAct. (This authority will allow the per-sonal representative to take many actionswithout obtaining court approval. Beforetaking certain very important actions,however, the personal representative willbe required to give notice to interestedpersons unless they have waived notice orconsented to the proposed action.) Theindependent administration authority willbe granted unless an interested personfiles an objection to the petition andshows good cause why the court shouldnot grant the authority. A HEARING onthe petition will be held on: February 2,2012 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA93301, Metropolitan Division. IF YOUOBJECT to the granting of the petition,

you should appear at the hearing andstate your objections or file writtenobjections with the court before the hear-ing. Your appearance may be in personor by your attorney. IF YOU ARE ACREDITOR or a contingent creditor ofthe deceased, you must file your claimwith the court and mail a copy to the per-sonal representative appointed by thecourt within four months from the dateof first issuance of letters as provided insection 9100 of the California ProbateCode. The time for filing claims will notexpire before four months from the hear-ing date noticed above. YOU MAYEXAMINE the file kept by the court. Ifyou are a person interested in the estate,you may file with the court a formalRequest for Special Notice of the filingof an inventory and appraisal of estateassets or of any petition or account asprovided in section 1250 of theCalifornia Probate Code. A Request forSpecial Notice form is available fromthe court clerk.Attorney for Petitioner:BRIAN L. FOX, Atty.290 Maple Court, Suite 206Ventura, CA 93003(805) 658-9204(Published: Kern River Courier:January 6, 13 and 20, 2012)

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Snow Many Good Books story time,January 20The Kernville branch library is announc-ing “Snow Many Good Books” story timeon Friday, Jan. 20, at 10:30 a.m. Keep upwith all the programs, events and newsconcerning our local libraries by callingthe Kern River Valley Branch at 760-549-2083 or logging onto the Facebookwww.facebook.com/KRVLibraries or ourwebsite www.kerncountylibrary.org.

The Kern River Valley HealthSummit, January 23The Kern River Valley Health Summit isan effort to recognize the many healthopportunities provided in our Valleyand perhaps identify any services thatmay be lacking. There are two ques-tion-and-answer formatted sessionsbeginning at 3 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 23;the second will begin at 6 p.m. in theLake Isabella Senior Center diningroom. The public is invited to explorethe services that are already availableand public health-related agencies areinvited to participate with an informa-tion table or by taking five to 10 min-utes to comment on your agency’s serv-ices. Contact Judy Hyatt [email protected] so that she mayadd you to the agenda.

Kern River Valley ChamberMixer,January 24On Tuesday, Jan. 24, from 5:30 to 7:30p.m., the Kern River Valley Chamber ofCommerce will be “Mixin’ it Up” at theFurniture Store and Mattress Center inLake Isabella, hosted by David andRobin Pontius. The Furniture Store is

three hours prior to donating; waitone year after tattoos and body pierc-ings and you must be at least 16 yearsold and weigh at least 110 pounds. Tosign up, or for more information, callPeggy at 661-323-4222 or 877-364-5844.

Loop Together Crochet & Knittime, January 17 Loop Together, Crochet and Knit timefor all ages, will be held on Tuesday, Jan.17 at 4 p.m. at the Isabella BranchLibrary. Call 760-549-2083 for moreinformation.

Free Square Dance lessons,January 17There will be free square dance lessonsat the Kern Valley Senior Center, 6405Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella on Jan.17. Classes are sponsored by the DamDancers of the Kern Valley. No experi-ence is necessary and it’s casual attire.Join them for fun, music and fellowship.For information, call Darlene at 760-379-4181 or Micky at 760-223-3996.

Field Representative forCongressman Kevin McCarthyoffice hours, January 19Office hours will be held Thursday,Jan. 19 at the Kern CountyAdministration Building, 7050 LakeIsabella Blvd. Lake Isabella from 1:30p.m. to 2:30 p.m. McCarthy says, “Myoffice can help with problems withfederal agencies, benefits and a num-ber of other issues, and mobile officehours are a great time for people toget those issues addressed. It is also agreat opportunity for people to shareconcerns and comments directly with

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located at 6415 Lake Isabella Blvd. LakeIsabella. For great food, great friendsand a great time and to mix, mingle andrecline a while. Be sure to RSVP to theChamber office at 760-379-5236.

Free Square Dance lessons,January 24Free square dance lessons at the KernValley Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella onTuesday, Jan. 24. Classes are sponsoredby the Dam Dancers of the Kern Valley.No experience is necessary and it’scasual attire. For information, callDarlene at 760-379-4181 or Micky at760-223-3996.

AARP Driver Safety program,January 25The next AARP Driver Safety programwill be held Wednesday, Jan. 25 at theKern County Library in Lake Isabella(7054 Lake Isabella Blvd.). Participantsmust attend for the entire day. Thecourse does not involve driving, butdoes emphasize safe driving proce-dures for older drivers. In California, acertificate of course completion usuallyentitles the participant to a reduction intheir auto insurance for three years fol-lowing the date of the class. All materi-als and workbooks have been updatedand include the latest driving informa-tion. For information or to enroll callinstructor Gene Verbeet at 760-417-0579. Fees are $12 for AARP membersand $14 for non-members. Class size islimited and time is short, so call today.

KRV CERT to teach Red Cross 1staid, CPR classes, February 4Dean Ott and Tom Klein from the KernRiver Valley Community EmergencyResponse Team will be teaching theRed Cross First Aid and CPR classes onFeb. 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the First

Baptist Church, 3701 Shure Street inLake Isabella. The cost of these classesis as follows: for First Aid or CPR only,the cost is $30; for both First Aid andCPR the cost is $45. To sign up, contactTom Klein at 760-379-2797.

Optimal Hospice volunteerorientation, February 9Optimal Hospice Care is serving thehospice care needs of Kern Valley resi-dents who are affected by terminal ill-ness. Optimal volunteers offer patientsand families the gift of time and com-passion - which allows the caregiversthe opportunity to attend to errandsand personal needs. If you have sometime to make a difference in these lives,call to reserve your seat at the upcom-ing New Volunteer Orientation onThursday, Feb. 9 at 10 a.m., in the KernValley Optimal Hospice offices at 6504Lake Isabella Blvd., Suite E, LakeIsabella. Hairstylists and seamstressesare also encouraged to call. Volunteertraining is free and flexible. Call todayand start your journey to a more ful-filled future. Call 661-716-4000 or 888-597-6115 or e-mail [email protected].

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Harry P. ThalKern River Courier Columnist

This pastNovember 30,the patent forLipitor (atorvas-tatin calcium),owned by Pfizerexpired.

Lipitor is themost widely-pre-scribed medica-tion in the worldfor the treatmentof high choles-terol. When a patent expires, therebecomes an exclusive time period ofsix months during which a genericdrug is allowed to enter the market-place with exclusive rights.

There is keen interest throughoutthe generic drug manufacturingcommunity, as Lipitor is a $10.7 bil-lion drug.

In the situation of Lipitor, bothRanbaxy Laboratories, Ltd. andWatson Pharmaceuticals of NewJersey have secured the FDA’sapproval to manufacture and sellAtorvastatin. Ranbaxy is the largestpharmaceutical company in India.They intend to manufacture theirAtorvastatin in New Jersey withsome of the ingredients possiblycoming from the drug manufacturerTeva, a large Israeli pharmaceuticalcompany. Watson Pharmaceuticalswill have their version of Atorvastatinmanufactured by Ohm Laboratoriesin New Brunswick, N.J,

In most situations, when a patentexpires, the originator just sits backand watches their sales plummet asmore generic companies enter themarketplace and competition drivesdown the cost. Not true with Pfizer.They have offered health insurancecompanies contracts to make thebrand-name Lipitor available at orbelow the generic cost. Pfizer is alsooffering the public incentives to staywith the branded drug.

As my readers know, I do a lot ofwork in Medicare. I have found thatmany of the plans that provide adrug benefit do not cover the name-brand Lipitor in 2012. There is relieffor those who want Lipitor and nolonger have coverage. Pfizer has anew website, www.LipitorForYou.com. If you pay out-of-pocket oryour insurance does not coverLipitor, you may qualify for a “Lipitor$4 Co-Pay Card.”.

Upon registration, you can printout a card from your computer whileawaiting the plastic card that will bedelivered by mail. The programexpires December 31, 2012. The cardis good at participating pharmaciesand by mail order.

Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensedinsurance broker. He is President ofthe Kern Association of HealthUnderwriters and on the NationalAssociation of Health UnderwritersMedicare Advisory Board. He may bereached at 760-376-2100, e-mail [email protected] or visit him on the webat www.harrythal.com

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Health Insurance Matters

Matt FreemanKern River Courier Columnist

It has been along time com-ing.

Mortgagelenders are final-ly starting toloosen up andgrant someloans.

During themarket down-turn that beganin 2008, Realtorshave had unprecedented issuesgetting mortgages for ourclients. We can no longer picklocalappraiserswho knowthe localmarket, wecan nolonger writeup a short term-purchase con-tract, because lenders take somuch longer now.

The average sale takes 45-60days now, up from 30 days, andif you are getting a governmentloan like a VA, FHA or USDAloan product, the house better beabsolutely clear of any issues andclose to the appraised value inorder to close in that time frame.

Despite these issues, lendersare starting to loosen guidelines,because interest rates are prettymuch the lowest they have ever

been and people are getting backinto the market because it is agreat time to buy for many rea-sons. One great thing aboutAmerica, and that is competition.Banks are losing clients handover fist because they are beingso difficult, and the lenders thatare easy to work with are gettingthe business.

So, as a result of an oft-learned and oft-forgotten simplecustomer service principle,lenders are having to begrudg-ingly placate their customers.

People want to do business,they want to spend their hard-earned money on property, butthey don’t want the hassle that

manybanks aregiving peo-ple thesedays. Butthe homebuyers are

somewhat willing to put up withit because, as of now, there arelimited alternatives. As the mar-ket continues to recover, mort-gages hopefully will get easierand easier but until then,patience my friends, patienceand yet more patience.

Matt Freeman, #01714782, is aRealtor with Freeman’s LakesideRealty. You can reach him at 760-379-5915 or cell 760-223-0880.His column is not intended toreplace legal advice.

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pXRF. The acronym pXRF is the shortened version of"Portable X-Ray Fluorescence." This device is similarin appearance to a silver convenience store pricechecking gun with a flip up readout. It has a monsterprice tag of its own -around $30,000; but it deliversevery dollar worth in functionality. As the studentstook layers of soil out of the ground inches at a timewith the sampling auger, they could use the pXRF tofully map variations in the soil's elemental contentfrom layer to layer (stratigraphy) with a device thatoffered both safety and simplicity of use. This trainingwas conducted with the pXRF at the field school byHowe to teach the students new technology thatmight not be available at other archaeology fieldschools. The pXRF gives real time analysis to soils,rocks and other materials, allowing anthropologists to"see" into its invisible content.

The students not onlyenjoyed learning how to oper-ate this field-portable technolo-gy to evaluate and measure thesoil in ways that would other-wise require sending soil sam-ples to a laboratory; they alsomade some interesting discov-eries. One finding from a pre-vious trip was a layer with highbarium content. The profes-sors explained this phenomenon as possibly being asign of "patent medicine" use by someone during thattime period. These snake-oils were sold as cure-allsfor everything from sore-throats, to tuberculosis.They were known to contain high levels of otherwiserare elements, even deadly ones like arsenic and mer-cury.

After cataloguing their findings at the privy site, theeducational expedition continued up a winding trail tothe old Keyesville mining facility. This relic of the for-tune-finding past stands as a lean-to pile of rusty cor-rugated metal and splintered timber situated in abeautiful hillside nook about halfway up one of thesurrounding slopes. Although some considered thewalk as nearing the arduous side of the hiking scale,all that made the trek found a pleasing vista shaded byseveral large trees. Once there, the students recon-vened their anthropological business. The pXRF was

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unsheathed and the students took turns evaluating themineral content of the hillsides around the closed-upmine. These tests held the added benefit of establish-ing standard background granite readings in the areafor comparison to the privy soil tests.

BLM archaeologist Amy Girado explained that sheis actively working within her agency in hopes ofrestoring the dilapidated buildings around the oldmine in order to preserve the encased machinery.Everyone immediately sensed their historical value asthey peaked through small windows between fallenlumber to view the half-buried and rusting stamp mill,and boiler that provided mechanical assistance to theold adventurers in their quest for riches. Amyexplained that anyone coming upon sites like thiswhile on federal land should "enjoy looking, but please

don't touch." Leaving themintact and in place allows othersto wonder at their untold sto-ries, and also allows for futurerestoration efforts.

The day-long trip toKeyesville gave the studentsnew insight-both into the histo-ry of mining in their home stateand into the present technologyused to unlock such history.Some of them will return to

continue the work here next year. Wherever the restgo, they will carry lessons learned with them to furtherunderstanding of human anthropology and whatarchaeology tells us of our past.

Several students, along with Howe and Girado, willpresent their findings on the excavation of the arti-facts, pXRF analysis and teaching methods at theSociety for California Archaeology annual meeting inMarch 2012 in San Diego.

For further information on the history of the KernRiver Valley and Keyesville, contact the SequoiaNational Forest , Kern River Ranger District at 760-379-5646 or the Bakersfield BLM office at 661-391-6000 or on the web at: http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/sequoia, and http://www.blm.gov/ca/st/en/fo/bakersfield/Programs/Recreation_opportunities/recmining.html.

Authors: Cody Norris, Mark Howe, and Tim Kelly.

View thenight skies

Dianna AndersonSpecial to the Courier

There is something magical about viewing thenight skies here in the Kern River Valley. It is darkand we can thank Richard Rowe and others forthe dark sky ordinance that was recently passed.There is no fog, smog, or other obstacles to view-ing. It doesn't take long to wonder what you arelooking at or how to find objects in the sky.

That is why you should join the Kern ValleyAstronomy Club. We are happy to answer ques-tions about the night sky. Come to one of our starparties the Saturday closest to the new moon atthe Fairview Helispot, 12 miles north of Kernville.We also have monthly meetings at the Kern ValleyMuseum, on the third Thursday of each month at7 p.m. Information about our star parties isalways in the Courier. If you need more informa-tion, call Rich Burdge at 760-376-6290.

If you visit us at a star party, dress warmly.Bring a lounge chair, sleeping bag, snack, andsomething warm to drink. If you have a tele-scope, bring it. If not, you can look through ours.Yes, the night sky is magical and it is even more sowhen viewing it with a group. So come to ournext event. It is educational and fun.

“The day-long trip to Keyesvillegave the students new insight-bothinto the history of mining in theirhome state and into the presenttechnology used to unlock suchhistory.”

Michael Batelaan/Kern River CourierAstronomy club member viewing night sky.

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