Kern River Courier January 6, 2012

FREE

PRESORTED KernvilleStandardU.S. Postage PAIDPermit 25

n e w s > v i e w s > a n n o u n c e m e n t s > c o l u m n s > e v e n t s > t h i n g s y o u c a n u s e > > >

Friday, January 6, 2012 Serving the Kern River & Isabella Lake Communities www.kernrivercourier.com Vol. 8 No. 48

ourierC K E R N R I V E RourierC K E R N R I V E R

Bodfish Bobis a devilishgood eggthis week.

Wednesday 6 a.m.Storage, IsabellaReservoir167,024 acre-feetReservoir peak361,709 acre-feet

Pool maximum568,075 acre-feet

Pool safety limit360,000 acre-feet

Upper KernKern Inflow at Kernville372 cfs (5-hr avg.)Lower KernOutflow 372 cfsBorel Canal Outflow 342 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 Mancarinihopes 2012produces lotsof quality fish.

Have somelaughs withour Fun &Games pages.

Make yourplans forthe week usingthe CourierCalendar.

Friday high 67°Mostly sunny

Friday low 29°Mostly clear

Saturday high 62°Mostly sunny

Saturday low 26°Mostly clear

Sunday high 63°Sunny

Sunday low 27°Mostly clearNational Weather Service

2457

weekendweather

kern riverwater data:

OutInside

p e o p l e > d i n i n g > l o d g i n g > a d v e n t u r e > h i s t o r y > n a t u r e > f u n & g a m e s > t h i n g s y o u c a n d o > > >

Living Green earns KRVR award of meritMike DevichKern River Courier

One of the Kern River Valley’s mostactive organizations, Kern River ValleyRevitalization, has received word that it isbeing awarded a Regional Award of Meritfor Community Involvement from theKern Council of Governments.

KRVR is being honored for its annualLiving Green in the KRV Festival. TheLiving Green in the KRV Festival is spear-headed by Richard Rowe, a Couriercolumnist and the Kern River ValleyChamber of Commerce’s pick for theirMan of the Year award. The Award ofMerit will be presented to KRVR at theKernCOG 20th annual Regional Awards ofMerit Dinner on March 1 at the PetroleumClub in Bakersfield.

KRVR is one of 14 organizations, pro-grams and individuals that will be hon-

ored for making major contributions toKern County’s quality of life at the dinner.

The Regional Awards of Merit recipi-ents, as selected by a KernCOG boardsubcommittee, are divided among ninebroad categories. The categories and win-ners are:

• Local Government: City of Tehachapiand the Tehachapi Heritage League fortheir work to expand the Kawaiisu exhibitand the Tehachapi Museum, and the city

Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier

Courier file photo of the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce planting of Alpers troutin preparation for last year’s Isabella Lake Fishing Derby.

Derby casts $250,000 prize lureMichael BatelaanKern River Courier

A record total of $250,000 in prize moneywill be up for the catching for the 23rdannual Isabella Lake Fishing Derby present-ed by the Kern River Valley Chamber ofCommerce.

The 2012 Derby will be held March 31through April 2 this year, the weekend priorto the Easter holiday.

The number of major sponsors this yearhas been set at 10, with each sponsoring a$10,000 tagged trout. They are: Berkley®,Shakespeare®, Budweiser, AutomobileClub of Southern California, IsabellaSupermarket and Mountain Mesa Market,California Land Management, SierraGateway Markets, French Gulch and NorthFork Marinas, Renewable Resources Groupand Central Valley Sportsmen and RVShow.

In addition to the $10,000 sponsors, theKern River Chamber of Commerce will besponsoring a trout worth $20,000. Andadding even more to the excitement, if thatfish is caught while the lucky angler iswearing an official Isabella Lake FishingDerby limited edition T-shirt or hoodie,the prize money will be doubled to$40,000.

Thanks to the 66 sponsors of a BobberBowl Trout, almost $7,000 was raised forthe 2012 Isabella Lake Fishing Derby spon-soring tagged trout from $100 to $500.

But the Derby is offering even moreprizes. The Longest Trout Contest returnsthis year. Winning entrants will receive$1,000 for the longest trout caught, $500for the second longest, $250 for the thirdlongest and $200 for the fourth longesttrout caught during the three-day event.The trout do not have to be tagged; how-ever the winner must be a registeredentrant in the Derby.

And if your catch doesn’t measure up,for a second year there is also a chance towin a fantastic fishing boat. This year’sboat raffle is for a Lowe Fishing Machine175 with a Mercury 90hp motor, and addi-tional upgrades including a trolling motor

and a heavy duty deluxe trailer. This entirepackage is worth close to $30,000 and iscurrently on display at Galey’s MarineSupply in Bakersfield until the Derby,when it will be on display at DerbyHeadquarters. Ticket prices are $20 forone and $100 for six.

Derby applications are now available atthe Kern River Valley Chamber ofCommerce office, several local Valley mer-chants, as well as in Bakersfield.

You can visit the derby website athttp://www.isabellafishingderby.com toenter the event and get additional infor-mation. Enter early and become eligiblefor the $500 early bird prize, sponsored bythe Cedar City Utah Chamber ofCommerce. Your early entry mustreceived before 6 p.m. on March 1.

Kern River Valley Chamber of CommerceIsabella Lake Fishing Derby

March 31 through April 2, 2012

Applications are now available at theChamber office, Valley businessses andthe Derby website, www.isabellafish-ingderby.com.

The Isabella Lake Fishing Derbyoperates under a special-use permitwith the Sequoia National Forest andoperates on a nondiscriminatory basis.To file a complaint alleging discrimina-tion, write USDA Director, Office ofCivil Rights, 1400 IndependenceAvenue, S.W., Washington DC 20250-9410, or call 866-632-9992 toll free.

of Taft for sustainability measures in theTaft General Plan.• Journalism: Ruth Justis, for her contri-butions to the Ridgecrest DailyIndependent newspaper.• Community Involvement: Price Dis-posal's “Greater Bakersfield Green Expo”program for engaging high school stu-dents in recycling through a recycled mate-rial art contest; and Kern River ValleyRevitalization Committee’s Living GreenKern River Valley Festival for teachingenvironmental stewardship and resourceconservation.• Transportation: Caltrans District 6Interim Director Sharri Bender Ehlert forher commitment to the Thomas RoadsImprovement program; and Caltrans’District 6 Design and Environmental Teamfor its efforts to complete the State Route

See Green Living, Page 12

Page 2 Kern River Courier www.kernrivercourier.com Friday, January 6, 2012

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.

Kern River CourierMailing:P.O. Box 1145Wofford Heights, CA 93285Office:6392B Wofford Blvd.Wofford Heights(next to Wofford Heights Post Office)

Phone: 760-376-2860FAX: 760-376-2862Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and byappointment.

E-mail address:[email protected]: www.kernrivercourier.comSubscriptionsThe Kern River Courier is publishedand mailed weekly for $36 per year.Send payment to:

Kern River CourierP.O. Box 1145Wofford Heights, CA 93285

Kern River Courier Whiskey Flat Claim Jumper Kern AnglerGreen Living

©2011 Kern River Courier. All Rights Reserved.

ourierC K E R N R I V E R

CalendarThe CourierFree movie night, January 6Start your year in a “Courageous” way. Ifyou missed it in the theaters, see it at HeCares for free! The movie will be shown at6:30 until 9 p.m. at the He Cares building,16475 Highway 178 (next door to theKOA), in Weldon. Four men, one calling:To serve and protect. When tragedy hitshome, these men are left wrestling withtheir hopes, their fears, their faith andtheir fathering. Can a new-found urgencyhelp these dads draw closer to God, and totheir children? Call or text 760-379-6935for more information.

Lakeshore Farmers Market returns,January 7From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Kern ValleyGrowers Association presents theLakeshore Farmers Market which featureslocally-grown produce from certifiedgrowers as well as organic produce andfruit from Fay Organic, Cal-OrganicFarms, Deer Creek Heights Ranch,Sunview Vineyards and Café Mam.Abundant Harvest Organics pick-up timeis 9:30 a.m. until noon at Lakeshore Lodge,7466 Wofford Blvd. in Wofford Heights.Accepted are EBT/SNAP/ CalFresh cards.Each week the market tries to offer music,bake sales and demonstrations, invitinglocal musicians, service groups and non-profit organizations to apply to come playduring the market for tips and sell CDs.This week Acoustic River will be perform-ing and the bake sale will benefit the Valleythrough our Salvation Army, Lake IsabellaService Unit. For information contactDavid Dills at 760-812-7833 or [email protected].

Red Cross first aid and CPR classes,January 7Dean Ott and Tom Klein from the KernRiver Valley Community EmergencyResponse Team will be teaching the RedCross First Aid and CPR classes onSaturday, Jan. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at theFirst Baptist Church, 3701 Shure Street inLake Isabella. The cost of these classes is asfollows: for First Aid or CPR only the costis $30, for both First Aid and CPR, the costis $45. To sign up contact Tom Klein at 760-379-2797.

Tea Party of the KRV, January 7The Tea Party of the Kern River ValleyGeneral Membership Meeting is onSaturday, Jan. 7 at 10 a.m. at the MooseLodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd. in LakeIsabella. For information call 760-417-1847.

Friends of the Libraries InstallationLuncheon, January 9The Friends of the Kern Valley Libraries’officer installation luncheon will be held onMonday, Jan. 9 at noon at the KernValley/Lake Isabella Library located at 7054Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella.Entertainment will follow lunch. For fur-ther information, call 760-223-3449.

KRV Garden Group meeting,January 10The Kern River Valley Garden Groupmeets this month at Cerro CosoCommunity College, KRV Campus, 5520Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella from 10a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a Potluck dish (side,salad or dessert) and items to donate toour raffle plus money to buy raffle tickets.As before, 50 percent of the raffle pro-ceeds go to Emily Diggles’ Lake IsabellaBlvd. landscape maintenance supplies.The rest goes for club maintenance sup-plies and special projects. For more infor-mation call Shirley Real, 760-379-1129.

Free Square Dance lessonsJanuary 10, 17, and 24There will be free square dance lessons atthe Kern Valley Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella on Jan. 10, 17and 24. Classes are sponsored by theDam Dancers of the Kern Valley. Noexperience is necessary and it’s casualattire. Join them for fun, music and fel-lowship. This is great exercise and fun forthe whole family. For information, callDarlene at 760-379-4181 or Micky at 760-223-3996.

See Calendar, Page 10

Whiskey Flat Kick-Off Dinner,January 6The Whiskey Flat Kick-Off Dinner atEwings in Kernville on Friday, Jan. 6, withthe social hour at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m.and program at 7 p.m. $25 per person andentertainment by the Wild Blue Rose. Callthe Kernville Chamber at 760-376-2629.

‘Flower Filly’ SueSupporting the Sheriff’s Activities League

Friday, Jan. 6: Whiskey Flat Kick-Off

Dinner, 5 p.m. Ewing's, KernvilleSaturday, Jan. 7: Pizza Barn,Kernville. 5-8 p.m. Free bribe withevery pizza.Wednesday, Jan. 11: DartTournament, Sportsman Inn, Kernville.6 p.m.Friday, Jan. 13: Chatterbox Fish Fry,Wofford Heights. 5 p.m. Free bribewith every fish dinner.Saturday, Jan. 14: Horseracing,Kernville Saloon, Kernville. 4 p.m.

Whiskey Flat Mayor campaign eventsWhiskey Flat Days are February 17 through 20 For more information, call theKernville Chamber at 760-376-2629.

Rod MiddleworthKern River Courier Columnist

When we livedin Bakersfield on atreelined cul de sacwe seldom saw orheard birds.

Our cat wouldbring us an occa-sional offering of apartially eaten one,which let us knowthere were a fewaround. The restwere probably hiding from the cat.

All that changed when wemoved to the Kern River Valley. I’vesince noticed that this area is a birdparadise. We are told that the KernRiver Valley has more birds of allspecies than any place in the west-ern United States.

I am firmly convinced that mostof those birds migrating through,use us as a feeding stopover. Wedon’t mind, in fact we feed themone and all. Sugar water for thehummingbirds, thistle seed for thefinches, bird seed for the quail andwoodpeckers and junkets, chick-adees and jays. Table scraps for theravens, a barn owl and sometimes ared-tailed hawk.

We buy so much birdseed, thatwe have considered claiming birdsas dependants and the birdseedexpenses as a deduction on ourtaxes. But the IRS agents are a hardlot and I’m sure this would not passtheir scrutiny.

Early in the morning, I take birdseed and scatter it over the bankand down into the rocks below. The

Friday, January 6, 2012 www.kernrivercourier.com Kern River Courier Page 3

Gone to the birdsThings I Have Noticed...

quail that hide in a huge nearbythornbush usually come out of hid-ing and, run up to the scattered seedand start eating.

Even though I have been feedingquail for years, there is a strict pro-tocol. They stay exactly 10 feet awayfrom me. If I move six inches closerthan the 10 feet, they (all 40 or 50 ofthem) fly back to the thornbush.Scores of quail flying all at oncemakes a heck of a racket and thedust flies.

Of course, many talk to me inbirdspeak and immediately comerunning back (but no closer than 10feet).

The humming birds are anotherstory. The ones that fly to our feed-ers on the porch have no fear.During the summer months whenthe migrating hummers stop by fora sweet sip, many of them buzz me,just inches away, making sure Iknow they are there and the feedersare full. I don’t know how manypounds of sugar we use in a month,but it’s substantial.

And so it is with birds. They’rethere and then they’re gone andnew ones replace them. I greet themall and sometimes I feel like I havebecome the “Birdman of WoffordHeights.”

In fact, when my wife is askedwhere I am, she often says “he’sgone to the birds!” And I usuallyhave.

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

Revelation Today is a comprehensive study series, focusing on theprophecies of the Bible-especially the book of Revelation. Based entirely on theWord of God, Revelation Today will let the Bible speak for itself, and will take seriesparticipants on an exciting journey through the major themes of the Bible.

www.revelationtoday.com.

IN AN UNCERTAIN WORLD...WHERE WILL YOU FIND ANSWERS?

AnnouncementsCommunity

See Announcements, Page 11

REVA Fundraser a successThe winners of the drawing from REVA’s portrait fundraiser are as follows:

Daisy and Jim Cigainero who won a certificate from Pizza Factory of LakeIsabella; Ann Beman who won a certificate from Nelda’s of Lake Isabella; KrisMauer won a certificate from My Place in Lake Isabella and Kevin O'Keith wona certificate from Cheryl’s Diner of Kernville.

Thank you to the businesses that gave certificates, and for the Kern Valleyresidents that came out for REVA’s December portrait fundraiser to equip thenon-profit, low-cost spay/neuter mobile veterinary clinic.

2012 Man & Woman of the Year dinnerThe Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the

selection of Richard Rowe and Smitty Glass as the Man and Woman of the Yearfor 2012. Both Richard and Smitty are being honored for their many commu-nity activities for the past several years. The Kern River Valley Chamber ofCommerce will honor them at a special dinner celebration on Monday, Jan. 16at the Paradise Cove Restaurant, 10700 Highway 178 in Lake Isabella. The pub-lic is invited to attend and celebrate both honorees.

There will be a social hour starting at 5:30 p.m. with dinner being served at7 p.m. Cost will be $25 per person (choice: chicken, prime rib or shrimp).

For reservations, please contact the Kern River Valley Chamber office at760-379-5236 or e-mail [email protected]. It is suggested that reser-vations be made soon because seating is limited.

The people of Death Valley presentationOn Tuesday, Jan. 24, a film will introduce you to the people of Death Valley.

Compiled, filmed and edited by Ted Faye (explorer, historian and one of themost knowledgeable men about this part of the desert). Death Valley’s fascinat-ing history comes to life in the words of old timers who remember its WildWest days.

Meet prospectors, promoters, millionaires and homesteaders through theeyes of those who knew them. Hear Death Valley Scotty’s lawyer give an eyewitness account of the famous Coyote Special train ride. There’s Shorty Harrisand his gold teeth and the Tonopah and Tidewater Railroad that went neitherto Tonopah nor the Tidewater. Hear true stories from those who made theirhome in this desolate region. It’s a one-hour program you won’t want to miss.So mark it on your calendar for January 24 at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center inLake Isabella.

Middleworth

FARMERS MARKETWofford Heights Every Saturday

9am - 1pm

Lakeshore Certified

Kern Valley Growers Association

Fresh Fruit

Fresh Produce

Crafts

Acoustic River

ah De Dah30 SHOPS IN ONE!

GIFTS ✩ COLLECTIBLESCRAFT & SEWING SUPPLIES

WE WILL BE CLOSEDFOR REMODELING

JANUARY10th, 11th & 12th41 Big Blue Road

Kernville, CA(760) 376-6704

L

CardAds

“Advertise where it counts” 760-376-2860

as low as$20.00aweek

If I had a dollarMichael BatelaanKern River Courier Publisher

If I had adollar for everytime a personhas compli-mented meabout theCourier whatamount wouldit add up tobe?

Would theCourier be ableto someday operate debt free?

Could I come up with thematching grant funds that Ineed?

Would the amount be any-where equal to the Courier’s4,000 to 5,000 in newspaperdistribution each week or bet-ter yet the two plus readers onaverage that read each KernRiver Courier? I can only wish!

Shoulda? Coulda? Woulda?Since the newspaper’s hum-

ble beginnings, there havebeen those who have madeconsiderable contributions,both monetarily or of theirtime, that have earned themlifetime mail subscriptions tothe Courier.

The Courier has another 200-plus readers who graciouslysupport us each year with theirpaid mail subscriptions.

The Kern River Courier hasserved the local communitiesand the more-than-importantvisitors of the Kern River Valleyand outlying areas since 2004.

Can we continue that way?The Kern River Courier has

always been a place of produc-tivity and discovery, thinkersand doers.

But despite the successes,the Courier has faced a rangeof challenges, few as tough asthe ones that we have faced inthe current economy.

Who would have thought,when putting in place a busi-ness plan, to add contingenciesto deal with the worst econom-ic downturn in 40 years?

The Courier is not a non-profit charitable organizationand not the most profitable forprofit business either, but moreoften than not, it is a labor oflove. A love for the Valley, itspeople and the communitiesthe newspaper serves.

So I continue to invest mytime and belief in the KernRiver Courier.

The various things that havemade the Courier great are itspeople, the local communityand its resources. And they arestill here in abundance. Wethank you for your continuedsupport.

To send in your non-tax-deductible dollars, you can mailthem to Friends of the KernRiver Courier P.O. Box 375Kernville, CA 93238-0375.

Michael Batelaan is publisherof the Kern River Courier. Hecan be reached at [email protected]

Publisher’s corner

Batelaan

BBooddffiisshh BBoobb’’ss DDeevviilleedd EEggggss

Deviled Eggs with Ranch Dressing

1 1/2 dozen hard boiled eggs1/4 tsp black pepper1/2 tsp onion salt1/2 tsp garlic powder1 1/2-2 cups mayonnaise1 1/2 T ranch dressing1/2 tsp mustard3 T real bacon bits4 T grated cheddar cheesepinch of dill weedpaprika

Cut eggs in half. Put yolks in bowland mash with potato masher.Add all other ingredients exceptpaprika and mix well. Fill eggswith yolk mixture. Sprinkle with

paprika.

Deviled Eggs with Shrimp

6 hard boiled eggs, halved lengthwise1 tsp parsley1 (4.5 oz.) can shrimppaprika1/2 tsp. seasoned salt1/4 tsp. pepper1/4 c salad dressing1/4 c sweet pickle relish1 stalk celery, finely choppedCut boiled eggs in halves and

slip out yolks. Mash with fork andmix in rest of ingredients. Refillwhites with yolk mixture heapinglightly. Garnish with parsley andsprinkle with paprika for morecolor.

Deviled Eggs with Sweet Pickle Relish

1 dozen hard boiled eggs1/4 cup sweet pickle relish1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressingpaprika

Cook eggs. Peel eggs. Slice eggs inhalf lengthwise. Put yolks in bowl.Using a fork, crumble the yolksuntil fine texture. Add the relishand mayonnaise to the yolks andmix well. Fill the egg shells withthe mixture and sprinkle withpaprika.

Visit Bodfish Bob on the internetat www.bodfishbob.com or write tohim at bodfishbob @hotmail.com


c e l e b r i t y e x t r a > r e c i p e s f o r d u m m i e s > c o u c h t h e a t e r > > >EntertainmentKK EE RR NN RR II VV EE RR

By Sam Struckhoff

PICKS OF THE WEEK“Moneyball” (PG-13)— The

nuts and bolts of managing abaseball team might seem like acriminally dull topic, but in anadmirable labor of love, Brad Pittand director Bennet Miller turn itinto a tale of challenging conven-tions and revolutionizingAmerica’s favorite pastime. Basedon the story of Oakland A’s man-ager Billy Beane (Pitt),“Moneyball” is a surprisinglyfunny and relentlessly engagingstory of how somebody changedthe game without setting foot onthe field.

While the characters are talkingabout team budgets and playerstats, Pitt and Jonah Hill (yes, he’sa serious actor in this one) human-ize the mathematics without get-ting in the way of the story. It’s anunderdog story without thecheese, and a true-life baseballstory that you don’t have to be a“SportsCenter” addict to appreci-ate.

“Killer Elite” (R) — JasonStatham, Robert De Niro and CliveOwen serve up a gritty action flickwith that magical mixture ofthrilling and forgettable. Danny(Statham) is an ex-special forceskinda guy who teams up with hismentor, Hunter (De Niro) to takedown Clive Owen’s undergroundbadguy society. That’s as coherentas the plot gets — or needs to be.For a no-brainer night of tough

guys andexplosions,“Killer Elite”is a decentaction flickthat won’tdisappoint,unless youwant to seeDe Niro inanythingmore than

an extended cameo.

DOG OF THE WEEK“What’s Your Number?” (R) —

Ally Darling (Anna Ferris) is a citygirl who has had a string ofridiculous lovers. When she comesacross a magazine article statingthat single women are doomed tobe alone if they haven’t found TheOne after a certain number of rela-tionships, Ally seizes the trite plotdevice and goes on a quest to seeif any of her former beaus areactually the man she’s meant tomarry.

This is the most tragic comedyon the shelf, folks. A staggeringamount of comedy talent isweighed down by the most inane,predictable, slapdash romcomscript ever put together. AndySamberg and Joel McHale areamong the wasted funnymen in bitroles. Anna Ferris is the mosttragic of all; she’s charming, cuteand funny, but just can’t seem tofind that special movie that willmake it all happen.

© 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

Couch Theater‘Moneyball’ - it’s a hit!

Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob

Make your day start and end on a beautiful note

Kern Valley Sweet Adelines Invites Youto Discover the Joy of Singing Acappella Styleat our Open House

Thursday, January 12th6:30 - 9:30pm

Senior Center, Lake Isabella

It's fun, a girl's night out, healthy, stress relieving,form new friendships!

Come see what we're about.For more info call Cheryl @ 760-376-4124

www.kernvalleychapter.com

More thanjust your ruralCommunityHospital

Kern ValleyHospitalAuxiliaryGift Shop• Gifts• Cards• Snacks6412 Laurel Ave.Mt. Mesa 760-379-2681

Kern ValleyHospitalAuxiliaryThrift Shop• Clothing• Books• Music• Household Items6701 Lake IsabellaBlvd.Lake Isabella760-379-5959

Kern ValleyHospitalFoundation• Fundraising6412 Laurel Ave.Mt. Mesa760-379-2681

HospitalAuxiliaryGift Shop

Your

Patient gifts, cards and snacks are sold byHospital Auxiliary volunteers in the gift shoplocated in the Hospital lobby.


c a m p i n g > h i k i n g > f i s h i n g > t h e g r e a t o u t d o o r s > > >AdventuresKK EE RR NN RR II VV EE RR

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

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

9-1-1

CERT Training, January 14, 21, 28

Know what to do when disaster strikesHave you been concerned for your

safety should a wildfire strike yourneighborhood? How about a flood oran earthquake? Before emergency serv-ices can arrive - often taking up to 72hours - individuals, households, andneighborhoods may need to rely ontheir own resources for food, water,first aid, and shelter.

This training provides information toassist your family and neighbors in theevent of such a disaster in your commu-nity, individual preparedness; planning,survival skills and mutual aid withinneighborhoods during this initial peri-od are essential measures in copingwith disaster.

Learn how to be better prepared byattending the Basic EmergencyResponse Team CERT training in Jan.

The 20 hour course starting Jan. 14(modules 1 thru 4), Jan. 21 (modules 5-8)and on January 28 with hands on train-ing and final exam. All classes are from9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each Saturday. at theFirst Baptist Church in Lake Isabella,3701 Shure St. The classes are free witha optional $20 manual available for pur-chase. To register, contact Tom Klein at760-379-2797.

CERT is supported by the U.S.Department of Homeland Security andthe Governor's Office on Service andVolunteerism.

Mike MencariniKern River Courier Columnist

Here we are,already a weekinto 2012

I’m glad that2011 is over. I wantto be an optimistand believe that2012 will be betterthan 2011.

Let’s all hopethat 2012 will pro-duce lots of qualityfish, maybe even anew lake record!

I hope the Derby produces several$10,000 fish this year. I also hope thatthe people who come to the KernRiver and Isabella Lake practicegood safety sense so there will be norecreational accidents.

I am starting to see the usual sus-pects in their usual trout fishingspots around the lake. This can onlymean that the trout are finally goingto start their winter pattern andbegin committing “fish-a-cide.” Tillie Creek, Camp Nine and Paradise

Cove are just a few of the spots witha good trout bite. This time of yearmost sandy beach areas are good.Power Bait is the bait of choice.

The bass have been active withreports of at least one 14-pound fish.I did not see the fish or a picture of it,but the report comes from a rep-utable source. There have been manyreports that most bass caught are inthe 4- to 6-pound class.

It seems that the crappie bite isfor boat slip owners only, with noshoreline report. I did notice over theweekend, at night, that there werequite a few lanterns burning on theshoreline. My guess would be cat-fishing.

Don’t forget your old fishinglicense is no longer valid. New licens-es are now available. Let us all do ourpart to make 2012 a safe and happynew year.

Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heightsresident and a volunteer at the KernRiver Fish Hatchery. For questions orcomments you can reach himthrough the Kern River Courier,[email protected].

Mencarini

Hoping for lots of quality fish in 2012Courier Antler, Fin & Feather Report


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

SouthlakeWeldon

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

Church listings are free. Please contact theCourier office.

Valley places of worship

t h e i l l u s t r a t e d b i b l e > j a c k d u i t s m a n > c l a r e n c e s e m o n i o u s > f a i t h D i r e c t o r y > > >FaithKK EE RR NN RR II VV EE RR

Jack Duitsman, PastorFather’s Heart Foursquare Church,Kernville

But she said,“Yes, Lord; buteven the dogs feedon the crumbswhich fall fromtheir masters’table.” - Matthew15:27

There are pas-sages contained inthe pages ofScripture that provide unique andvaluable glimpses into the heart of theFather, and the above passage is cer-tainly in that tradition. He declaredHimself to be no respecter of persons,but there may seem at first glance tobe quite a bit of Biblical evidence tothe contrary. After all, beginning withAbraham, and continuing to the com-ing of Jesus, the nation of Israel is ref-erenced as the “chosen” of God,which in and of itself sounds fairlyexclusive. This exclusivity evenappeared to influence Jesus’ dealingswith the woman Matthew describesas being of Syro-Phoenician decent asshe came to Jesus for help. WhileJesus initially appeared to ignore thewoman's cries for help with herdaughter's illness, at the urging of hisdisciples to send her away, He refer-enced the Jew/Gentile issue in expla-nation of His unresponsiveness: “Iwas sent only to the lost sheep of thehouse of Israel.” The exclusivityseems pretty apparent does it not? Ifthis were not enough, when pressedfurther by the woman, Jesus wenteven farther as He told her: “It is notgood to take the children’s bread andthrow it to the dogs.” Yikes, how dowe unpack this?

The revelation of the Father’s heartthat He has given in Scripture is capa-ble of standing on its own without thehuman penchant for apology or illbegotten excuses. If we are willing tolook at such passages with open

hearts, we can find important truthsregarding the love of God and ourdesperate need to come to grips withour own fallen nature if we are to beembraced by that love. As always, thelove of the Father was compelling thiswoman to come to Jesus, and asalways, her own sinfulness was doingeverything possible to stand in love’sway. No doubt the adversary paints acompelling picture as to why we arenot good enough, worthy enough, orholy enough, and then points to Jesus’own words as proof for why we don’t,shouldn’t, or couldn’t get what we areasking for from God. How twisted isthis thought process, and how sinisterthe plot that keeps us from experienc-ing the deep love of the Father.

There is a persistence needed infaith that is born out of our unwilling-ness to see our own need, and hasnothing whatsoever to do with theFather’s willingness to help His needychildren. “For God so loved the worldthat He sent” will always be the rulingtruth of Divine love that continuallyreaches to the human heart, and sowill the deep unsettledness in thehuman heart at being needy. You andI want to control our own destiny,even where faith is concerned. Faithby its very nature is a total giving overof control to Another Who is far moreable, and as such flies severely in theface of what we desire for our lives.This woman and her oppresseddaughter were being invited to experi-ence the love of the Father, and at thesame time were being sorely tested todisavow that love as non-existent andcontinue to live their lives on theirown in the best way they could man-age. Let us receive this word from theLord that 2012 can be a year of faith-filled embrace. Both to be embracedby love in the faith freeing nature ofthat reality, and to embrace faith asthe agent of transformative changethat we all need. We are surely lovedby the Father, and in that love we lookhopefully to the year ahead as anotherremarkable opportunity to walk close-ly with Jesus, the Lover of our souls.

Duitsman

A faith-filled embrace

NEPTUNE NEPTUNE SOCIETYSOCIETY

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA

CREMATION SERVICE

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

LICENSE #1406

201 H STREET

BAKERSFIELD, CA 93304

Gerald A. BrownManager / Director

FD1731

Fax 661-325-0240 800-894-8882

661-325-3963

Now offering cremationsfor$595.00

Sierra ValleyMortuary

5108 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella, CA 93240(760) 379-2628 FD-2004

Now offering cremationsfor$595.00

Is there an Adin the Cardsfor You?


as low as$20.00aweek

Clarence Semonious, PastorPrince of Peace LutheranFellowship, Kernville

An internet comment abouthow the word, “bound,” istranslated changes the meaningof a Bible verse,cited Matthew16:19, “I willgive you thekeys of thekingdom ofheaven, andwhatever youbind on earthshall be boundin heaven, andwhatever youloose on earthshall beloosed inheaven,”AlbertBarnes, inNotes on theBible commentary, says thatthe meaning often used by theJews was “To bind a thing wasto forbid it; to loose it, to allowit to be done.” MatthewHenry’s Concise Commentaryadds, “And this binding andloosing, in the common lan-guage of the Jews, signified toforbid and to allow, or to teachwhat is lawful or unlawful.”

hen there is Revelation 20:1-3. The meaning demonstrates

that the same Greek word canmean to be in bonds of chains.To avoid boldly assuming onehas authority to condemnanother, remember the wordsof Jude 1:9, “But when thearchangel Michael, contendingwith the devil, was disputingabout the body of Moses, hedid not presume to pronouncea blasphemous judgment, butsaid, ‘The Lord rebuke you.’”

I prefer the concept of beingbound from Matthew 19:4-6:“He answered, ‘Have you notread that he who created themfrom the beginning made themmale and female, and said,“Therefore a man shall leave

his fatherand hismother andhold fast tohis wife,and the twoshall

become one flesh'? So they areno longer two but one flesh.’What therefore God has joinedtogether, let not man sepa-rate.’” The Pharisees were try-ing to trick Jesus by using thetopic of divorce. Jesus’ wordsgive power for today’s strugglewith the many identity crises.John 1:12, 1 John 3:1 and 1John 3:1-9 explain a Christian'sidentity.

Live as God’s children.

Semonious

Bound

“....whatever you bind on earth shallbe bound in heaven...”

--Matt. 16:19


CCoouurriieerr cchhuucckkllee ooff tthhee wweeeekk::

“If your ship doesn’t come in, swimout to it!”

--Jonathan Winters

Puzzles AnswersPage 10

c r o s s w o r d s > p u z z l e s > c o m i c s > h o r o s c o p e > t r i v i a > > >Fun& RR II VV EE RRamesGKK EE RR NN


ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) A hectic periodbegins to wind down. Take time to draw somedeep breaths and relax before getting into yournext project.

TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) You’re eager tomove forward with a new challenge that sudden-ly dropped in your lap. But you’d be wise to takethis one step at a time.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You’re almostready to make a commitment. A lingering doubtor two, however, should be resolved before youmove ahead.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Caution is stillthe watchword as you move closer toward adecision about a new situation. If you act too fast,you might miss some vital warning signs.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Your new goal lookspromising, and your golden touch does much toenhance its prospects for success. In your privatelife, Cupid does his best to make your new rela-tionship special.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) That impatientside of yours is looking to goad you into movingbefore you’re ready to take that big step. Staycalm and cool.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A legal matter you

hoped could finally be settled could be a peskyproblem for a while, until all the parties agree tostop disagreeing with each other.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Partnerships —personal or professional — which began beforethe new year take on new importance. They alsoreveal some previously hidden risks.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Your asso-ciates are firmly on your side, and that persistentproblem that has caused you to delay some activ-ities should soon be resolved to your satisfaction.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Favorablechanges continue to dominate, and you shouldbe responding positively as they emerge.Someone wants to become more involved inwhat you’re doing.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Febr. 18) A friendwants to share a secret that could answer somequestions you’ve wondered about for a longtime. Meanwhile, travel aspects continue to bestrong.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Stay on your newcourse despite so-called well-meaning efforts todiscourage you. Rely on your deep sense of self-awareness to guide you to do what’s right foryou.


Salome’s Stars

1. 4-H2. Col. Wilhelm Klink3. Virginia4. Louis Daguerre5. Queen of the underworld6. Ruby was a Dallas nightclub owner7. 1893Answers:


Trivia TestBy Fifi Rodriguez

1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which youthgroup’s slogan is “Learn by doing”?

2. TELEVISION: Who was the German comman-dant of Stalag 13 in TV’s “Hogan’s Heroes”?

3. U.S. GOVERNMENT: Which state did HarryByrd represent in the U.S. Senate for 32 years?

4. INVENTORS: Who was the inventor of the firstpractical process of photography?

5. MYTHOLOGY: Who was the Greek goddessPersephone?

6. HISTORY: What did Jack Ruby, who killed JFKassassin Lee Harvey Oswald, do for a living?

7. SPORTS: When was the Stanley Cup firstawarded?

Friday, December 23, 2011 www.kernrivercourier.com Kern River Courier Page 9Friday, January 6, 2012 www.kernrivercourier.com Kern River Courier Page 9

f o r s a l e > w a n t e d t o b u y > s e r v i c e s > f i n d i t a l l h e r e i n t h e M a r k e t p l a c e > > >

arketplaceM ourierCK E R N R I V E R

There’s no better place than the

to buy, sell & tradeSince 2004

TheKern Valle

y

Original!Original!Call:760-376-2860

LARRY SCHUPPAN'SGarage Doors & Openers. NewSales & Repairs. HandymanService. House Painting, Decks,Covers, Masonry, Electrical,Plumbing. (760) 379-1430 or 760-417-2806 __________________________

MERCER BOOKKEEPINGAND TAX SERVICE

In Bodfish - Will Travel!Personal, Business, Corporate

(760) 549-0270 / (760) 417-0392__________________________LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRIC

Quality WorkFair Prices

Call Ross (760) 981-3361License #708148__________________________

RELIABLE PAINTINGInterior/Exterior - 36

Yrs/References/HonestFree Estimates(760) 376-4649__________________________

ART'S ELECTRICLocally owned - Free Estimates

Always on Time!25 years exp. - Lic. #560220

(760) 223-3648__________________________ARCHIE LOGSDON CARPENTRY

Decks & Remodeling"Craftsmanship andAttention to Detail"

(760) [email protected]_________________________

Chuck Barbee - Still & VideoPHOTOGRAPHY

Portraits - Family EventsEquestrian - Historical

Photo Scanning & RestorationTransfers to DVD & CD

760-376-8784

BAREWOOD INNLAKESHORE LODGE5 VACATION HOMES7013 Wofford Boulevard

Wofford Heights, CA 93285(760) 376-1910

GREAT Rooms, Views & RatesFREE INTERNET

SEE US ON FACE BOOK

Bodfish - 102 Hoebeck RoadBeautifully remodeled, 1680 sqft cabin w/great view! $129,000

(661) 428-1108

POOL & SPA DOCTORRedwood hot tubs delivered &installed. Spa covers, easy lifts& steps, chemical service &trouble shooting. DavidStratton 760-223-6338__________________________

Sierra Barber Shop - Locatedat Kernville Rd. & Sierra Way.All haircuts $10. 1st haircut $2off. Walk-ins welcome. OpenTues-Sat, 9am-4pm. Men,women & children__________________________

REGGIE’S RIDESDriver with pickup available

Licensed and Insured(408) 338-8977

Wofford Heights - Sites avail-able in quiet park with lake

views, laundry facilities & fishhouse. $250/mo inclds water &trash. Call Jody @ 760-376-3228___________________________

QUIET, SHADY RV SPACEUp to 30' with full hookupWeekly/Week-end/Monthly

(760) 223-0178Nice 2/bd-2/ba dbl wide mobilehome w/carport, patio & deck.$14,995. Quiet 55+ park. (760)

379-2092___________________________MOVING? - Across Town orThe Nation - Kernville Movingand Storage (760) 379-2714or (760) 417-0465

CAL.PU.CT 189998__________________________

Kernville-2+bd/1ba singlewide w/expanding porch in No. ForkTP, 11825 Sierra Way, #3. New:carpet, linoleum, roof coating,evap cooler, front porch, exteri-or paint. Was $12,999 - now$11,999 Call Russ 661-301-6209

Kernville - Hi-Ho 50+ MHP2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $450/mo + dep& utilities. 760-376-2671___________________________Lake Isabella - 55+ Community,2bd/2ba dble wide w/patio, com-pletely refurbished. $575 mo +security deposit. (760) 964-2514__________________________

2bd/2ba single wide MH, wtr/trsh pd, $525/mo +dep, no pets,

no smoking (760) 223-6504,“finders fee”

__________________________Kernville - Studio for 1 person -$450/mo, includes utilities, nopets, newly remodeled, carpet& paint. (760) 376-2345___________________________

Wofford Hts - Quiet adult pk1/2 blk to bus. Non-smoking,2/bd MH w/office/hobby rm,rustic grdn view, lg lv. rm, woodburning stove, new appl, din-ing set, 2 storage sheds, $600.Also, furn/unfurn 1/bd $385.Apply @ office, 99 Evans Rd,Pinewood Trailer Park.___________________________Lake Isabella - 2 bd, 1 bahouse, $700/mo + sec deposit,fenced yard, 2904 Claire St,Call (562) 441-5181__________________________Wofford Heights - 2bd, 2bamobilehome with laundryroom and carport. $650/moplus deposit and utilities.NO Pets, (760) 549-346___________________________Wofford Hts - 40’ trailer w/separate bdrm, deck, storage,handicap ramp, partial lakeview, wtr /trsh incl. 55+, $375/mo. Call Clint 310-489-5990___________________________Wofford Hts - Quiet 55+ park,water/trash included, $295/mo,Call Clint 310-489-5990___________________________

Bodfish - 3bd/1ba MH, lge fncdyd, lots of trees, patio, storageshed, wood stove, pets onapproval, $725/mo + $725 dep.760-549-3768 or 760-873-0074

Free help wanted advertising inthe Kern River CourierMarketplace Jan 6, 13, 20 & 27only. See ‘Help Wanted’ Ad.Offer expires January 24, 2012

Vintage 1977 Coachman - 29’bumper pull trailer w/originalfurniture. “Excellent condi-tion.” A/C & fridge are in excl.cond. Original owner ownedfor 30 yrs. $2,750 obo. (760)376-2345 Camp Kernville__________________________

2005 Coachman - 29’ in excel-lent condition. New elec. fridge,a/c recently serviced, lots ofextras. $8,500 obo. Must See!Call (760) 376-2345

Lk Isabella-new 3bd/2ba home2832 Erskine Creek, 1,471 sqftinterior/tot 2,100 sf inclds front& rear patios, large lv rm & kit,laundry room, 818-324-0869___________________________

Lake Tahoe? No!Lake Isabella

•6.3 acres + 2,100 sq ft home•Great views of mtns, lake,river •Raise horses, kids,crops, pistachios •Worth

$300K, will take $200K in fastsale •Low down, seller willcarry •Live free or make $,split land or rent out space

•9750 Sierra, KernvilleOwner (661) 330-2222Remax (661) 330-7360

Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia is the fear of long

words

Free in the MarketplaceHelp Wanted advertising in ourJan. 6, 13, 20 & 27 issues. Mustbe legitimate employmentopportunities available withinor based in the Kern RiverValley for minimum wage orbetter & meet Calif. State &Federal wage & employmentlaws. Maximum of 8 lines for 2weeks. The Kern River Courierreserves the right to refuse anyadvertising that it deems fraud-ulent, inappropriate or offen-sive in nature. Offer expiresJanuary 24, 2012.

NOW ONLY $25!!!60”x30” metal 2 drawer office/reception desk w/wood grainlaminate top. Good condition.

Credit cards accepted20% discount for cash.

Call (760) 376-2860. 9am-1pm.M-F

Services

Spaces For Rent

Free

Motels

Ads - 5 Lines - $5.50

Place yourMarketplacead in 3 easy

steps:

5 lines = $5.50(Each line equals 27

spaces or charactersapprox)

Add a line $1.00ea.Photos add $5.00ea.

Frame add $1.00

Number of weeks ad

is to run______ X

your ad total =

$__________

Amount due.

Name_________________________________________________

Mailing Address_________________________________________

Daytime Phone Number___________________________________

Master Card Visa Check or Money Order

Credit Card Number______________________________________

Name as it appears on card________________________________

Expiration Date_______Signature___________________________

Each line equals 27 spaces or characters. Actual length of published ad may varydepending on combination of letters, spaces and words. Please read your ad as soon asit is published. If you do find an error, notify us immediately. The Kern River Courier willtake responsibility for only one incorrect insertion and will not be responsible for morethan the cost of one insertion. No further liability shall apply. The Kern River Courierreserves the right to reject any ad and may edit ads as needed.

Payment is required prior to run. Phone orders are accepted with credit card only.

1.2.3.

Write your message on the form.Please be neat. Ads start at 5lines for $5.50 and only $1.00 foreach additional line.

Total first five lines and $1.00 foreach additional line. Multiply thetotal by the number of weeks youwish your ad to run. Fill in theblanks below. Payment must bewith order.

Enter credit card #, or makecheck, money order payable to:

Kern River CourierP.O. Box 1145Wofford Heights, Ca 93285-1145

6392 B Wofford Blvd.Wofford Heights, Ca 93285

Mail or deliver to above address.

Ad must reach us by Tuesday12 noon of the week it is to run.

Shop, Dine, Play & Stayin the Kern Valley

Trailers for Sale

Mobile Homes

Lake Isabella Blvd.“Next to DMV”

760-379-1792

Temperature 59ºor Lower?

Hot Drinks are 59¢

White’sCleaning Service

Now! ProudlyServingthe Valley

• Commercial• Residential

Est.1987Reliable Service & References

760-376-1765 or562-400-1911

whites-cleaning.com

COCKTAILS ANDDANCING

5430 Lake Isabella Blvd.760-379-8144

Largest pool table in town!

For Sale

Cabin For Sale

For Rent

Help Wanted

Homes For Sale


PuzzleSolutionsfrom pages 6 & 7

Kern River Courier Legal NoticesFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENTFictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:HNH Enterprises (2011 - B6866),Street address of principal place ofbusiness: 10021 Polo Saddle Drive,Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailingaddress of business: 10021 PoloSaddle Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93312.REGISTRANT: Rhonda Ferguson,10021 Polo Saddle Drive,Bakersfield, CA 93312. A -Individual. Date the business com-menced: 00/00/0000. Notice: Inaccordance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious namestatement generally expires at the endof five years from the date on whichit was filed in the office of the CountyClerk, except, as provided in subdivi-sion (b) of Section 17920, where itexpires 40 days after any change inthe facts set forth in the statementpursuant to Section 17913 other thana change in the residence address of aregistered owner. A new FictitiousBusiness Name Statement must befiled before the expiration. The filingof this statement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State of a fic-titious business name in violation ofthe rights of another under Federal,State or Common Law (see Section14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed: RhondaFerguson. This statement filed on11/30/2011. Expires 11/30/2016.ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M.Dominguez. Published by the KernRiver Courier December 16, 23, 30,2011 and January 6, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMESTATEMENT

Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:ARRO Autogas (2011 - B7100),Street address of principal place ofbusiness: 1960 Ramada Drive, PasoRobles, CA 93446. Mailing addressof business: 1960 Ramada Drive,

Paso Robles, CA 93446. REGIS-TRANT: San Luis ButaneDistributors, 1960 Ramada Drive,Paso Robles, CA 93446. F -Corporation. Date the business com-menced: 00/00/0000. Notice: Inaccordance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious namestatement generally expires at the endof five years from the date on whichit was filed in the office of the CountyClerk, except, as provided in subdivi-sion (b) of Section 17920, where itexpires 40 days after any change inthe facts set forth in the statementpursuant to Section 17913 other thana change in the residence address of aregistered owner. A new FictitiousBusiness Name Statement must befiled before the expiration. The filingof this statement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State of a fic-titious business name in violation ofthe rights of another under Federal,State or Common Law (see Section14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed: WilliamPlatz, President. This statement filedon 12/14/2011. Expires 12/14/2016.ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M.Dominguez. Published by the KernRiver Courier December 30, 2011,January 6, 13 and 20, 2012.


Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:SP Customz (2011 - B7251), Streetaddress of principal place of busi-ness: 2112 Classen Street,Bakersfield, CA 93312. Mailingaddress of business: 2112 ClassenStreet, Bakersfield, CA 93312.REGISTRANT: Nicole Taylor, 2112Classen Street, Bakersfield, CA93312. A - Individual. Date the busi-ness commenced: 07/23/2010.Notice: In accordance with subdivi-sion (a) of Section 17920, a fictitiousname statement generally expires at

the end of five years from the date onwhich it was filed in the office of theCounty Clerk, except, as provided insubdivision (b) of Section 17920,where it expires 40 days after anychange in the facts set forth in thestatement pursuant to Section 17913other than a change in the residenceaddress of a registered owner. A newFictitious Business Name Statementmust be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does notof itself authorize the use in this Stateof a fictitious business name in viola-tion of the rights of another underFederal, State or Common Law (seeSection 14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed: NicoleTaylor. This statement filed on12/22/2011. Expires 12/22/2016.ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J.Trujillo. Published by the Kern RiverCourier December 30, 2011, January6, 13 and 20, 2012.


Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1:McBride Tactical Gunworks (2011 -B7166), DBA #2: McBride GunsmithServices (2011 - B7167). Streetaddress of principal place of business:6728 11th Street, Wofford Heights,CA 93285. Mailing address of busi-ness: P.O. Box 27, Wofford Heights,CA 93285. REGISTRANT:McBride Tactical Gunworks, Inc.,6728 11th Street, Wofford Heights,CA 93285 . F - Corporation. Date thebusiness commenced: 05/10/2011.Notice: In accordance with subdivi-sion (a) of Section 17920, a fictitiousname statement generally expires atthe end of five years from the date onwhich it was filed in the office of theCounty Clerk, except, as provided insubdivision (b) of Section 17920,where it expires 40 days after anychange in the facts set forth in thestatement pursuant to Section 17913

other than a change in the residenceaddress of a registered owner. A newFictitious Business Name Statementmust be filed before the expiration.The filing of this statement does notof itself authorize the use in this Stateof a fictitious business name in viola-tion of the rights of another underFederal, State or Common Law (seeSection 14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed: MikeMcBride, Co-Owner, President. Thisstatement filed on 12/19/2011.Expires 12/19/2016. ANN K. BAR-NETT, Auditor-Controller-CountyClerk. By V. Zuniga. Published bythe Kern River Courier December 30,2011, January 6, 13 and 20, 2012.

NOTICE OF PETITION TOADMINISTER ESTATE OF

MARILYN C. PARISH - CASENO: S-1501-PB-61386

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors,contingent creditors, and personswho may otherwise be interested inthe will or estate, or both, of MARI-LYN C. PARISH. A PETITION FORPROBATE has been filed by:COLLEEN M. MULLANEY in theSuperior Court of California, Countyof KERN.THE PETITION for Probate requests

that COLLEEN M. MULLANEY beappointed as personal representativeto administer the estate of the dece-dent. THE PETITION requests thedecedent's will and codicils, if any, beadmitted to probate. The will and anycodicils are available for examinationin the file kept by the court. THEPETITION requests authority toadminister the estate under theIndependent Administration of EstatesAct. (This authority will allow thepersonal representative to take manyactions without obtaining courtapproval. Before taking certain veryimportant actions, however, the per-sonal representative will be requiredto give notice to interested personsunless they have waived notice orconsented to the proposed action.)The independent administrationauthority will be granted unless aninterested person files an objection tothe petition and shows good causewhy the court should not grant theauthority. A HEARING on the petitionwill be held on: February 2, 2012 at9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1215Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA93301, Metropolitan Division. IFYOU OBJECT to the granting of thepetition, you should appear at thehearing and state your objections or

file written objections with the courtbefore the hearing. Your appearancemay be in person or by your attorney.IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or acontingent creditor of the deceased,you must file your claim with thecourt and mail a copy to the person-al representative appointed by thecourt within four months from thedate of first issuance of letters asprovided in section 9100 of theCalifornia Probate Code. The timefor filing claims will not expirebefore four months from the hearingdate noticed above. YOU MAYEXAMINE the file kept by the court.If you are a person interested in theestate, you may file with the court aformal Request for Special Notice ofthe filing of an inventory andappraisal of estate assets or of anypetition or account as provided insection 1250 of the CaliforniaProbate Code. A Request for SpecialNotice form is available from thecourt 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)

River Valley’s CERT will be teaching the20-hour CERT course starting Saturday,Jan. 14 (modules 1 thru 4), Jan. 21 (modules5-8) and on Jan. 28 (all hands-on trainingand final exam). All classes are from 9 a.m.to 4 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in LakeIsabella, 3701 Shure St. The classes are freebut there is a $20 charge for the CERTmanual (not required to purchase). To reg-ister, contact Tom Klein at 760-379-2797.

Man & Woman of the Year,January 16The Kern River Valley Chamber ofCommerce is pleased to announce theselection of Richard Rowe and SmittyGlass as the Man and Woman of the Yearfor 2012. The Kern River Valley Chamberof Commerce will honor both at a specialdinner celebration on Monday, Jan. 16 atthe Paradise Cove Restaurant 10700Highway 178. The public is invited toattend and celebrate both honorees. Therewill be a social hour starting at 5:30 p.m.with dinner being served at 7 p.m. Costwill be $25 per person For reservationsplease contact the Kern River ValleyChamber office at 760-379-5236 or [email protected]. It is suggestedthat reservations be made soon as theevent is expected to be filled quickly, seat-ing is limited.

Loop Together Crochet & Knit time,January 17 Loop Together, Crochet and Knit time forall ages, will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 17 at4 p.m. at the Isabella Branch Library. Call760-549-2083 for more information.

Free Square Dance lessons,January 17There will be free square dance lessons atthe Kern Valley Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella on Jan. 17.Classes are sponsored by the DamDancers of the Kern Valley. No experience

CalendarContinued from page 2

is necessary and it’s casual attire. Join themfor fun, music and fellowship. This is greatexercise and fun for the whole family. Forinformation, call Darlene at 760-379-4181or Micky at 760-223-3996.

Snow Many Good Books story time,January 20The Kernville branch library is happy toannounce Snow Many Good Books storytime on Friday, Jan. 20, at 10:30 a.m. Keepup with 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.

Kern River Valley Chamber Mixer,January 24On Tuesday Jan. 24, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.,the Kern River Valley Chamber ofCommerce will be Mixin’ it Up at theFurniture Store and Mattress Center inLake Isabella, hosted by David and RobinPontius. The Furniture Store is located at6415 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella.For great food, great friends and a greattime and to mix, mingle and recline awhile. Be sure to RSVP to the Chamberoffice at 760-379-5236.

To include your event in our free CourierCalendar, send the information to us by e-mail or on paper, either in person or by mail(our address is on page 2). Must be receivedTuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make eachFriday’s issue. Events must be open to thepublic and if there is any cost, it must be list-ed. Items submitted for our free Calendarlistings may be shortened. Listings areprinted in chronological order by eventdate and space available. Submitted itemsdeemed entirely or mostly business adver-tising will not be accepted. Some eventinformation gathered from the chambers ofcommerce, KRVR or www.kernvalley. com

6392.B Wofford Blvd.Wofford Heightsph.760.376.2860fx.760.376.2862

Copy&Print

Logo

sTr

adem

arks

Artw

ork

Gra

phic

s D

esig

nFl

yers

Adv

ertis

ing

Mar

ketin

gS

tatio

nery

Bro

chur

esB

usin

ess

Car

dsE

velo

pes

Form

sM

enus

Pack

agin

gR

ubbe

r Sta

mps

Fax,

Cop

y&

Prin

t

760.376.2860

just west of Kernville Road in Kernville.Those who have questions or can’t makethe workshop and would like to learnabout more ways to participate please con-tact Pete Smith, KernCOG project manag-er at 661-861-2191 or e-mail [email protected].

East Kern Air PollutionControlDistrict Board meeting, January 12The January meeting of the Eastern KernAir Pollution Control District Board ofDirectors will be held on Thursday, Jan. 12beginning at 1 p.m. at the Golden HillsCommunity Services District office, 21415Reeves in Tehachapi. The meeting is opento the public. See http://www.kernair.org/,call 661-862-5250, or e-mail: [email protected]. The Kern County GrandJury recommendation of the consolidationof air districts will be discussed.

Sequoia Amateur Radio group,January 14Sequoia Amateur Radio Group’s meetingswill resume on Saturday, Jan. 14 at 9:30a.m. in Lake Isabella. Coffee and donuts areavailable for a small donation. There will bea free door prize drawing and a 50/50 raf-fle drawing. You do not need to be a hamradio operator to attend; you only need aninterest in amateur radio communications.They will now be meeting at the KernCounty Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. inLake Isabella. The January speaker will beDave Merritt, W7FYV, who is the areaemergency coordinator. Ham radio licenseexaminations will follow the meeting. Formore information on the meeting or examsession contact Mike Higgins, KA6IYS, at760-378-1028 or visit the website atN6KRV.org.

CERT Training, January 14, 21 and 28Learn how to be better prepared by attend-ing the Basic Citizen’s EmergencyResponse Team’s training in January. Kern

Annual Dinner and FundraisingCelebration, January 11The Kern River Valley Education &Cultural Foundation’s 2012 annual dinner& fundraising celebration 6 p.m.,Wednesday, Jan. 11, at the Kern ValleySenior Center in Lake Isabella. The cost ofthe dinner is $25. Contributions beyondthe cost of the dinner are encouraged, asyou are able and will be publicallyacknowledged. To RSVP, call Chuck Whiteat 760-379-0764 or e-mail: [email protected]. Contributions can bemailed to KRCEDF, PO Box 405, Kernville,CA 93238-0405.

Isabella Library branch story time,January 12 Visit the Isabella branch of the Kern ValleyLibrary on Thursday, Jan. 12 at 3:30 p.m.for a bittersweet story time when we willsay goodbye to long-time library employ-ee Adriane Holguin. Keep up with all theprograms, events and news about thelocal libraries by calling KRV Branch at760-549-2083 or logging onto Facebookpage www. facebook.com/KRV Librariesor the website www.kerncountylibrary.org.

KernCOG Bike Plan Workshop,January 12Kern Council of Governments is workingon improving bicycling throughout theCounty. The public is invited to join aworkshop to discuss issues relating tobicycling, help identify locations wherebicycle facilities are most needed andbrainstorm solutions for our County. TheKern River Valley workshop will be heldThursday, Jan. 12, from 2 to 4 p.m., in theKernville Community Room (next to theKernville Chamber office), off Sierra Way


Join program chairman Rod Middleworth as he operates the magic machinethat takes you back in time. The public is welcome and it is free. If you haveany questions call The Kern Valley Museum at 760-376-6683. The museum isopen from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.

Annual State of the County eventChallenges and opportunities facing Kern County will be the focus of the

14th annual State of the County event, sponsored by the Kern County Board ofTrade on Wednesday, Jan. 25 at the Bakersfield Marriott Hotel at theConvention Center.

The evening’s keynote speaker will be the incoming chairman of the KernCounty Board of Supervisors, scheduled to be named in early January. A no-host networking reception starts at 5 p.m. and dinner follows at 6:15 p.m. Theprogram - highlighted by the State of the County address - starts at 7:30 p.m.Tickets are $50, with a limited number of 10-seat reserved tables available for$500. Tickets must be purchased in advance, with none sold after January 18.

To purchase tickets, visit the Board of Trade office (2101 Oak Street inBakersfield) Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Tickets mayalso be purchased by telephone or e-mail using Visa or MasterCard. To pur-chase tickets via e-mail, send requests to [email protected], entering“Dinner Tickets” on the subject line and including contact information. To pur-chase tickets by telephone, call the Board of Trade at 661-868-KERN or 800-500-KERN.

Pathway to U.S. Citizenship offeredKern County Library is pleased to present a new program: Pathway to U.S.

Citizenship, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Beale Memorial Library, on Thursday, Jan.26 in the Tejon Room. The guest speaker will be Jess Nieto of Herencia deAmerica Leads the Way. Nieto will explain how to apply for naturalization,how to prepare for the examination and where to take the naturalization exam-ination.

A reference librarian will also discuss books and websites to assist you inyour journey toward U.S. Citizenship. The Beale Memorial Library is located at701 Truxtun Ave. in Bakersfield. For more information, call 661-868-0770.

Foster parents needed for homeless petsKern County Animal Control is looking for some local heroes to help save

the lives of homeless and neglected pets by becoming a certified foster parent.To become a foster parent, please call 661-868-7122 or you can send an e-mailto [email protected] to receive a foster application.

Foster parents will also receive a home visit with staff, training & education,medicine and medical services and a foster kit to help them successfully fosteranimals in need.

Announcements Continued from page 3

6400 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake Isabella(Accross from the Senior Center)

Store:760-379-2041 Cell:760-379-6963Store Hours: Monday thru Friday 10:00am to 5:00pm

Saturday 9:00am to 3:00pm Closed Sunday

Come in and see our large selectionof Tack & Feed Supplies

“We are the friendly store”Owner Roger McLaughlin

“Authorized Mana Pro & Nutro Dealers”

HEALTHINSURANCE

We represent most major Californiainsurance companies Since 1982

Harry P. ThalInsurance Agency

[email protected]

Nationally recognized Medicare authority.President Kern Association ofHeath Underwriters CA Lic.0621106

Kellee ScottAgent

F A R M E R SAuto • Home • Life • Business • Workers CompensationPO Box 1809 27 Big Blue Road Kernville, CA 93238Bus: 760-376-8703 Fax: [email protected] License #0833364

Visit us on Facebook

BOB LAMBERT

“WHEN A FLUSH BEATS A FULL HOUSE”“WHEN A FLUSH BEATS A FULL HOUSE”www.lambertsplumbingservice.com

Lic. #508909 3104 Raccoon Rd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240

760-379-3332Cell:760-223-1682

LSPLUMBINGERVICE

AMBERT’S

ERVICE

AMBERT’SLSPLUMBING

BOB LAMBERT

Advertising • Community News & EventsLegal Notices • Marketplace • Locally Owned

and best of all you can pick us up for free!

“It’s what the community reads”

6392 B Wofford Blvd.,Wofford heights 760-376-2860

Kern CountyWofford Heights Branch

L I B R A R YWednesday 10:00 to 6:00pm• Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm

7062 Wofford Blvd. Wofford Heights 760-376-6160

Traffic!“Advertise where it counts” 760-376-2860

When in Wofford Heights

STOP & Stay Awhile

For only $10 a weekthis space could be yours


Archie's HardwareBeyond JuiceBig Blue Bear Coffee HouseBarbara Campbell-MokiGourd ArtCarquest Auto PartsChatterbox CaféThe Kern River CourierDarlene's Pet SalonThe Drug Store

Ewing's on the KernGreenhorn GrillH & E General StoreL & M LumberLore's LoftThe Mother LodeMt. Mesa LanesMt. Mesa MarketNatural HealthNelda's Diner

Our Place RestaurantParadise Cove RestaurantPat North's Mary KayProductsPizza BarnPizza FactoryReel CinemaRiverkern General StoreSierra SouthSon Rise Coffee Shop

Swift Napa Auto PartsThat's ItalianTimeless TreasuresTrader Joe'sTrue Value HardwareVideo PalaceWestern Auto

Thank You Kern River Valley!

For supporting the Kern River Valley Woman's ClubAll proceeds are donated to worthy causes in our valley

12th Annual Christmas Spectacular! A special thanks to our Christmas Tree sponsors:

Accounting & Tax ServiceAndrea's CollectiblesAnimal House Dog GroomingBarnes' BargainsBuzzard Gulch Trading PostChatterbox CaféCheryl's DinerDam Quilters/Gram's TreasuresDemi PanosEl Rio Mexican RestaurantEngland Family of Kernville

Farmer's InsuranceGene Parks InsuranceG.L. Vega ConcreteIsabella MarketJudi Dodd & Erin WoodwardJustin Tyme Vacation RentalsKathleen's River SalonKern Valley Museum's Country StoreKernville Mini StorageLake Isabella Pregnancy CenterLakeshore Farmer's Market

Mary NugentOrder of Eastern Star #643Petal Pusher PlusPrimo's Liquor & DeliRivernook CampgroundSierra Gateway MarketsSouth Fork Women's ClubSweet AdelinesTammy & Emma MellorValley Fitness Center

Thank you to the following businesses & individuals for donations:

…and heartfelt thanks to our generous members!

Page 12 Kern River Courier ww.kernrivercourier.com Friday, January 6, 2012

Arbor Day FoundationSpecial to the Courier

Residents of California can ring inthe New Year by receiving five freecrapemyrtle trees by joining theArbor Day Foun-dation any timeduring January2012.

“These smallflowering treeswill provide anylandscape inCalifornia with asplash of colorfor much of theyear, from pinkand red flowersin the spring, togreen in the summer to red, orangeand yellow in the autumn,” said JohnRosenow, chief executive andfounder of the Arbor DayFoundation.

The free trees are part of the non-profit Foundation’s Trees forAmerica campaign. The trees will be

shipped postpaid at the right time forplanting, between Feb. 1 and April 30,with enclosed planting instructions.The 6- to 12-inch tall trees are guaran-teed to grow, or they will be replacedfree of charge.

Arbor Day Foundation members

also receive asubscription tothe Foundation’sc o l o r f u lbimonthly publi-cation, ArborDay, and TheTree Book,which includesi n f o r m a t i o nabout tree plant-

ing and care.To receive the free trees, send a $10

membership contribution to 5Crapemyrtles, Arbor Day Foun-dation, 100 Arbor Ave., NebraskaCity, NE 68410, by Jan. 31, 2012.California residents can also joinonline at arborday.org/january.

Happy ‘Tree’ Yearfrom the Arbor DayFoundation

Michael’s Fine Jewelry

Michael Alvarado(760) 371-9444

Michael’s Fine Jewelry

101 Grande wayRidgecrest, CA93555

Specializing in Custom Rings Diamond & Watch Repair

“We Buy Gold!”

THE LIGHTHARTCORPORATIONTLC®❤

GENERAL ENGINEERING & MECHANICAL CONTRACTING

ElectricalPlumbingHeatingAir ConditioningService / RepairNew Construction

Serving the Kern River Valley

(760) 417-1574Bill Damron Lic. 593113

99 widening project from WilsonRoad to State Route 119 under budg-et and on an early deadline.• Environmental Resources: Fal-con Autistic Solar Team at Indepen-dence High School for teaching stu-dents how solar energy works.• Public Safety: Tehachapi PoliceChief, Jeff Kermode, for his successin developing such programs as theVolunteers in Policing, PoliceExplorer Program, Horse MountedPatrol and the K-9 officer program;and Kern County Sheriff’s Sgt. JamesCraig for commitment to makingWasco a safe and secure place to live.• Distinguished Leadership -Public Group or Individual: BobHampton, of Westside WasteManagement, for his volunteer workin Taft clean-up projects; and

Green LivingContinued from page 1

Bakersfield Mayor Harvey Hall for hisleadership and commitment to keep-ing Bakersfield beautiful.• Lifetime Achievement - PrivateCitizen: Ridgecrest resident, BruceAuld, of Bruce Auld Consulting forhis dedication to improving educa-tional services in the Indian WellsValley.• Lifetime Achievement - PublicOfficial: Taft Police Chief KenMcMinn for his dedication to publicservice and the community.

The awards banquet will be held at6 p.m. on Thursday, March 1, at thePetroleum Club on the 12th floor ofthe Stockdale Towers, 5060 StockdaleHighway in Bakersfield. Cost is $40per person, which includes a dinnerbuffet. Reservations are due by noonTuesday, Feb. 28, by calling 661- 861-2191 or emailing [email protected]. No money will be accepted atthe door.

Richard Rowe and JennyHanley at last yearsLiving Green Festival

KRVR Living GreenSpecial to the Courier

Kern River Courier January 6, 2012

Documents

n u s e

n n o u n c e

n e w s

e d i n i n g

e n t s c o

e r n r i v e rourierc

e r n r i v e rbodfish

t u r e f u n g