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Early morning to mid-day smoke continues to settle over the Kern River Valley and Isabella Lake from the Caldwell Fire area and the Pier Fire burning near Springville and Camp Nelson on the Sequoia National Forest.

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'Do the Math' tutoring set to begin Robert Meszaros, KCSOS Courier Classroom

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Situation report Rick Brown, USACE Courier Update ■ USACE continues construction on the USFS Admin/Warehouse building and USFS Fire Station. Construction of the facilities are expected to be complete in October 2017. ■ USACE continues the Phase II Dams and

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County Superintendent of Schools office. Free, phone-in tutoring is available to students from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays by calling 661-636-4357 or toll free at 866-636-6284. From 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., "Do the

Spillways contracting process, with a contract award expected by the end of fall 2017. ■ USACE completed the public review for Supplemental Environmental Assessment #6 (SEA #6) addressing modifications to SR155 at the French Gulch recreation area. A Finding of No Significant Impact is expected by the end of September 2017. ■ The SR155 turn lane design for French Gulch is complete and the French Gulch boat launch contract will be modified to include this work. ■ USACE anticipates conducting negotiations with Southern California Edison for the Borel Canal easement through the auxiliary dam through fall and winter 2017/2018.

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■ Construction on SR155 will create traffic delays near the French Gulch recreation area in late 2017/early 2018 and near the Main Dam starting in 2018. USACE will provide updates on expected impacts via public outreach, the monthly SITREP, and the Isabella Task Force. ■ USACE anticipates beginning construction on the French Gulch interim boat launch as the lake level recedes. ■ In addition, there was a rumor that appeared on Facebook this past week that the Dam Modification Project was encountering delays of 18 months, are

There are at least 40 active fires burning in the state of California this week, causing smoke to continue to drift into the Kern River Valley. The closest two are the Caldwell Fire and the Pier Fire. ■ On Thursday, September 1, at 2:37 p.m., the Kern River Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest was dispatched to the Caldwell Creek area west of Kernville for a vegetation fire. A significant thunderstorm had come through the area the previous evening and that morning. The only area that continues to show heat is in the northeast corner

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weather Friday high 87° Mostly sunny Friday low 60° Clear Saturday high 88° Hazy, afternoon thunder Saturday low 63° Mainly clear Sunday high 90° Sunny, afternoon thunder Sunday low 65° Mainly clear Accuweather.com

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Math" host and executive producer Michael Cushine and several math tutors take problems from callers and work them out live on air. Special guests and contests supplement the math instruction. "We are constantly evaluating how we can keep the show fresh and relevant," said Cushine. "In the past two seasons we have implemented

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For the past 15 years, Kern County 4th through 12th graders in need of a little extra help with their math homework have tuned into "Do the Math," a call-in math tutoring program and instructional television show. The program is produced live two afternoons a week during the school year inside a studio at the Kern

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Who doesn't love the fun and functional ampersand? From jotting a shorthand "and" to branding corporate names, this curly, quirky little character is ubiquitously useful. It's also quite aesthetic, as you'll see at AmperArt.com, featuring "the ampersand as fun & fabulous art." To acknowledge and applaud this great little glyph, National Ampersand Day is observed annually on September 8th. Did you know that the ampersand used to be the last letter of the alphabet? That the ampersand is a ligature of "e" and "t"? That's "et" in Latin, meaning "and." That the word "ampersand" is a slurring of "real words" run together over time? That the plus sign is actually an ampersand? ■ Celebrate National Ampersand Day by having fun with the ampersand by using lots and lots of ampersands! ■ Substitute "&" for "and" in everything you write. Think of syllable replacements such as &roid, c&elabra, b&. ■ Send friends whose names contain "and" a special note - &y, &rea, Alex&er, Gr&ma. ■ Design new styles of ampersands. (Remember, the ampersand represents the letters "et.") ■ Use #AmpersandDay on social media.

Plan for the week ahead using the Courier Calendar.

Pastor Ben Richey writes about life’s difficulties. Bodfish Bob gets a few more recipes on the side.

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Buy, sell & trade in the Courier Marketplace.

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water data: Wednesday, 2 p.m. Isabella Reservoir Storage 235,462 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 700 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 1,290 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.

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October 21, 2017 at Rivernook Campground Bands: Lonely Avenue • Stoneflys • Weed Patch Carnival • The Usual Haunts • and more… Brewery Line Up: Lengthwise • Tioga Sequoia Brewing • House of Pendragon Brewing • Three Weavers • Scholb Brewing • Transplants • Eagle Rock Brewing • Dionysus • Temblor • Elysian Brewing • Lagunitas • Arrow Lodge Brewing • Hog Canyon • Bitter Brothers Brewing • Full Circle Brewing • Kinetic Brewery • Local Craft Beer Tehachapi • Smog City Brewing • Kern River Brewing Company • and more... 14001 Sierra Way Kernville • For more info go to www.kernvillebeerfest.com Benefitting Keepers of the Kern

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■ Kern Valley High School Broncs September 8 Broncs football goes to Templeton.

■ Drought Emergency Food Assistance, September 9 Community Action Partnership of Kern Food Bank (CAPK) is distribute Drought Emergency Food Assistance Program food in addition to its regular food distribution from 9 to 11 a.m. at 3628 Suhre Street, Lake Isabella. For information contact CAPK Food Bank agency relations technician Yazid Alawgarey at 661-398-4520. ■ Bounce back to school September 9 Join the fun at the Weldon Methodist Church, 20021 Hwy 178, from 1 to 4 p.m., for free bounce houses, hot dogs, cotton candy waterslides and fun! Call 760-378-2321 for more information. ■ KRVAA Artist Reception September 9 Come meet artist, Michael Batelaan, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Kern Valley Museum, 49 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Examples of his photography and ceramics will be on display for your enjoyment. For more information, please contact 760-376-6683.

Regular activities Fridays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (3rd Fri.) Valley Caregiver Resource Center caregiver support at CCS, 2731 Nugget Ave. Lake Isabella. 661-821-1626.

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■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. Karaoke @7 p.m. Fraternal Order of Eagles, open to public, 12251 Hwy 178 Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

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■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846. ■ 4 p.m. Sex Addicts Anonymous (Mens). KV Alano Club 4030 Perdue Ave. Lake Isabella. 760-514-6883.

Mondays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-583. ■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., NAMI Connection Support Group, Kern Valley Hospital, Mt Mesa. 760-379-4793 or 760223-2674. ■ 5:30 - 7 p.m., (every other week) Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group, Call 760-3792264 or 760-417-1324. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Community Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. Dark July/August.

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■ 9:30 - 11 a.m. (1st Tue.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group. 760-379-1129. ■ 10 a.m. - noon; 1p.m.- 3 p.m. Kern County ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., L.I. ■ Noon to 2 p.m. No cost craft class, Faith Community Church. Call 760-812-0755. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella. 760-376-3138. ■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 4:50 p.m. (2nd & 4th Tue.), Erskine Fire Support Group Faith Community Church 20 W. Panorama Dr. Wofford Heights. 760-205-9009. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-379-5552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272. ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ Happy Feet Dance September 9 A dance for adults and children with special needs and their immediate families. The theme is Disney. Please no swords, knives, sabers or hooks. Admission is free. At Faith Community Church, 20 W. Panorama Wofford Heights. Call 760-812-1059 to RSVP or on Facebook at Happy Feet Dance KRV.

■ Library book sale September 11 and 12 The Friends of the Library will be holding its once a month book sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Set-up and presale on Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. in the community room at the main library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ Live better, feel better September 12 The Kern River Valley Branch Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd in Lake Isabella is happy to host Live Better, Feel Better, a diabetic workshop presented by dietician Jeri. This week's session will be geared toward adults. At 5 p.m., free and open to all. Contact the library at 760-549-2083. ■ Lake Isabella Bodfish Property Owners, September 12 An ice cream social will be held at the Senior

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■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Nuui Cuni Cultural Center Craft Day, French Gulch Group Campground. 760379-5831. ■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762. ■ 9:30 -11:30a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Hall Lake Isabella. 760-379-5986 or 661-867-2579. ■ 10:00 a.m., T.A.P. Thought and Perception or, Tank Park, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3304. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders Post 711 Moose Lodge 6732 lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion and Auxiliary Post 711Veterans/Senior Hall Lake Isabella. Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts. 760-379-7312 or 760-378-0041.

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■ 9 a.m. - noon First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 661-868-7300. ■ 8:30 and 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., LI ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, VFW Lake Isabella. 760-376-3138. ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831 ■ Noon - 3 p.m., Artists Workshop, Senior Center, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. $9 per yr 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thur.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 6:30 p.m. (1st Thurs.) Kern River Rockhound Club. Nuui Cunni Cultural Center, Hwy 155 at French Gulch, Wofford Heights. 760-812-1120. ■ 7 p.m. (4th Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Kern Valley Chorus, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.

AA Meetings

■ If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Meetings daily; Kernville, Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights. Call Alcoholics Anonymous 760-379-4112.

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■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

Center starting at 5 p.m. Chocolate or strawberry sundaes and root beer floats will be available for $1. A general membership meeting will follow at 6 p.m. Kern County Supervisor Mick Gleason will be the guest speaker and the public is invited to attend. ■ Fall back into giving! September 14 Optimal Hospice Care is holding a New Volunteer Orientation for all Kern County communities. Donate whatever time you're able to help create a better quality of life for patients and families in their care. The Orientation will be held from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. at the Optimal Hospice Bakersfield office. Please call 661-716-4000 or email rfrankhouser@optimalcares.com ■ Kern Valley High School Broncs September 15 Broncs football goes to McFarland. ■ Great Kern River Clean Up September 16 Join in from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Upper Richbar picnic grounds off Highway 178 in the Kern River Canyon. Please contact Gary Ananian at 818-9848505. Sign up at kernriverconservancy.org/ events/. ■ Rafting For a Cause September 16 Join the Kern River Conservancy from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for an afternoon of whitewater fun on the lower Kern River and BBQ buffet. To book your spot, call Luther Stephens at 800-400-7238. All proceeds go towards conservation and education projects for the lower Kern River. ■ KRV Historical Society Field Trip September 18 Taj Mahal, 5416 California, Bakersfield at noon. Come join us for a specially prepared exotic luncheon buffet and a presentation on the contributions of India to our local and state history. Make reservations with Don Morrison or Jacqueline Morgan at 661-7716418 or email morrisonmorgan@me.com ■ Houchin Blood Drive September 19 The KRV blood drive will take place at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, from noon to 6 p.m. When donating, please bring picture ID with date of birth, be free from all cold, flu, cold sores or symptoms of infection and eat a meal at least 3 hours prior to donating and you must be at least 16 years old and weigh at least 110 lbs. ■ Kern County Fair September 20 It's opening day! Go to kerncountyfair.com for details. ■ Senator Fuller office hours September 21 The Senator's office hours will be held at the Kern River Valley County Administrative Building from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. to facilitate communication between the representatives and the communities she serves. To schedule an appointment call Fuller's office at 661323-0443. McCarthy's Kern River Valley Mobile Office will return in October. ■ Attention veterans September 22 Don't miss the sixth annual Ridgecrest Veterans Stand Down and Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Many agencies and services will be available. For questions, to participate or for transportation needs, call Nick Coy at 760-608-1484, Carol Coy at 760608-9251, or Tracy Cooper at 760-382-7242. ■ Kern Valley High School Broncs September 22 Broncs football goes to Granite Hills. ■ Star Party September 23 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club is holding a Star Party. For more info, contact Rich Burdge at 760-376-6290. All events are subject to change. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received by 1 p.m. on Tuesday to make Friday’s issue. Calendar listing may be edited for space available. Items deemed general business advertising will not be accepted. Submit your information direct to office@kernrivercourier.com

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Dodda and me gravity feed into your vehicle. Usually then I would call Dodda, let him know I was done and he would inspect my efforts. If I did everything Those of you who right he would give me 5 nickels to read my column will play the pinball machine in the office. remember that I What I did next Dodda explained was lived for several not gambling and Nonna didn't need years with my to know. What I got to do was play the Grandma and until Dodda was ready to go home. Grandpa on my Now here's the best part, if I was Dad's side. One of Middleworth lucky with the steel ball and hit the colthe things that they asked me to do was to call them Nonna ored lights (hopefully the brighter coland Dodda instead of Grandma and ored ones), I would go home with the Grandpa. Nonna used to say that 25 cents and even a few nickels more. Grandma and Grandpa sounded old In my mind, based on what Nonna used to tell me, and they weren't what I was doing old! Anyway ...if I was lucky with the steel ball was gambling. there is a true So I never told story here which I and hit the colored lights (hopefully her about playwant to share the brighter colored ones), I would go home with the 25 cents and even ing with 5 nickels with you. once or twice a Once or twice a few nickels more. - Middleworth month and it was a month Dodda okay as long as would pick me up at school and instead of riding the bus Nonna didn't find out. What I didn't I went with him to get gas for our truck know was while I was playing the pinfrom the Independent Polly Gas ball machine, Dodda was having a litStation. This was something I really tle "Toddy" with the owner while they looked forward to. You have to remem- discussed the problems of the world. In addition to gassing the truck, ber now this was somewhere around 1938 or 1939 and gas was only 19 cents Dodda would pick up a case of bottled a gallon. We would pull into the station Coke which he traded for the box of and he would tell me to pump 5 gallons empties. I looked forward to the while he went inside to pay. That opportunity to service our old pickup meant that I could do the pumping, and gamble on the side. I don't know who thought that check the tires and wash the windows. Let me go back just a moment and Nonna didn't know about my pinball explain the pumping procedure. This machine antics but in later years I was a gravity feed pump and was filled found out that she knew all along and I using a handle which you moved back wasn't as smart as I thought I was. and forth until the desired gallonage showed on the inside glass enclosure. Wofford Heights resident Rod Then you placed the hose in your gas Middleworth is a retired securitymantank which allowed 5 gallons of gas to ager for Pacific Bell.

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

Traffic Collisions Non-injury - 9

Injury - 11

Fatal - 0

DUI Arrests - 4 September safety tips

■ There has been construction on our local roadways, and there will be for several months to come. Please plan your route accordingly and leave yourself plenty of time to arrive in case of delays. Please slow down and watch for construction workers in the area in which you are traveling. You may contact the local CHP office 760-549-2026, Kern County Roads Department 760-862-8850 or Caltrans 1-800-427-7623 to inquire about delays.

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Local blood goes to Texas - replacement blood needed Thanks to the donors Houchin Community Blood Bank has been able to provide an ample supply of blood products to the citizens of Texas affected by Hurricane Harvey. "We are fortunate to have the ready supplies available to send to Texas during this horrific natural disaster, and now we turn to Kern County residents to help us restock for local and national needs," said Greg Gallion, CEO of Houchin Community Blood Bank. The emergency needs in Texas are still unfolding and are expected to last for some time into the future. The communications we have received from representatives of the regions in Texas affected by Hurricane Harvey indicate that there is still a desperate need for type O negative blood in those areas. Many more platelet donations from all blood types are needed this week in order to have the platelet supplies readily available for our local patients and to support the national supply. To schedule an appointment please call 661-616-2505. The donor centers are located at 5901 Truxtun Avenue and 11515 Bolthouse Drive in Bakersfield. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. More information is available at hcbb.com, info@hcbb.com, or 661-616-2505.

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Third Annual Great Kern River Clean Up Join in on Saturday, September 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Upper Richbar picnic grounds off Highway 178 in the Kern River Canyon. Please dress according to the day's weather. Sunscreen, hats and sturdy hiking boots are highly recommended. All parking and day use fees will be waived for event volunteers. Snacks and equipment will be provided. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. For inquiries regarding this event, please contact Gary Ananian at 818-984-8505. Sign up at kernriverconservancy.org/events/.

Caltrans Career Fairs needing to fill 1,100 jobs Caltrans is hiring, looking to fill more than 1,100 open positions, and is hosting career fairs statewide to attract potential employees. With the passage of Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act, which is projected to raise a total of $54 billion in the upcoming decade, and even more after that, Caltrans is expecting a workload increase associated with accelerating construction projects and addressing deferred maintenance needs. Caltrans is looking to fill open positions in maintenance, human resources, legal, engineering, information technology, equipment, and transportation and environmental planning. A list of upcoming Career Fairs is available at dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/20172018_Recruitment_Events.pdf and types of available jobs and examinations can be See

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The Tuesday, September 12 meeting of the Lake Isabella and Bodfish Property Owner's Assoc. starts with an ice cream social open to the public. The ice cream social will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Senior Center. Come and enjoy a chocolate or strawberry sundae with all the fixings for $1 or a root beer float for $1. Everyone is invited to stay for the General Membership Meeting at 6 p.m. to learn what LIBPOA is all about. Our guest speaker is Supervisor Mick Gleason who will update attendees on what the Board of Supervisors have been doing. Also mark your calendars for the Annual Fundraiser Rummage Sale to be held Friday and Saturday, October 6 and 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This sale is being held at 18 Dodger Street in Bodfish this year. This is the only LIBPOA fundraiser and all proceeds go to support other worthwhile organizations in the Kern River Valley. For questions, call Karene Williams at 760-379-1434.

Optimal Hospice fall back into giving! Just in time for back to school, Optimal Hospice Care is holding a New Volunteer Orientation for all Kern County communities. Donate whatever time you're able to help create a better quality of life for patients and families in our care. Training is free of charge and open to anyone with a compassionate heart. The Orientation will be held Thursday, September 14 from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. at the Optimal Hospice Bakersfield office. Please call 661-716-4000 or email rfrankhouser@optimalcares.com to reserve your seat. They are recruiting for all programs including, home support, facility volunteers, Vet to Vet support, CarePals pet therapy, bilingual volunteers, karaoke volunteers in facilities, seamstresses to make clothing and bereavement volunteers. Volunteers are needed in all the outlying communities. continued

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Pastor Rick Warren Courier Inspiration We saw that David frequently complained of God's apparent absence. But the truth is, God hadn't really left David, just as God will never leave you. He has promised repeatedly, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." Yet God has not promised that you will always feel his presence. In fact, God admits that sometimes he hides his face from us (see Isaiah 45:15). There are times when he appears to be missing-in-action in your life. Floyd McClung describes it this way: "You wake up one morning and all your spiritual feelings are gone. You pray, but nothing happens. You rebuke the devil, but it doesn't change anything. You go through spiritual exercises . . . you have your friends pray for you . . . you confess every sin you can imagine, then go around asking forgiveness of everyone you know. You fast . . . still nothing. You begin to wonder how long this spiritual gloom might last. Days? Weeks? Months? Will it ever end? . . . It feels as if your prayers simply bounce off the ceiling. In utter desperation, you cry out, 'What's the matter with me?'" (Finding Friendship with God; Ann Arbor, MI: Vine Books, 1992; 186). The truth is, there's nothing wrong with you! This is a normal part of the testing and maturing of your friendship with God. Every Christian goes through it at

least once and usually several times. It is painful and disconcerting, but it is absolutely vital for the development of your faith. Knowing this gave Job hope when he could not feel God's presence in his life. He said, "I go east, but he is not there. I go west, but I cannot find him. I do not see him in the north, for he is hidden. I look to the south, but he is concealed. But he knows where I am going. And when he tests me, I will come out as pure as gold" (Job 23:8-10 NLT, second edition). When God seems distant, you may feel that he is angry with you or is disciplining you for some sin. In fact, sin does disconnect us from intimate fellowship with God. We grieve God's Spirit and quench our fellowship with him by disobedience, conflict with others, busyness, friendship with the world, and other sins (see Psalm 51; Ephesians 4:29-30; 1 Thessalonians 5:19; Jeremiah 2:32; 1 Corinthians 8:12; James 4:4). But often this feeling of abandonment or estrangement from God has nothing to do with sin. It is a test of faith, one we all must face: Will you continue to love, trust, obey, and worship God, even when you have no sense of his presence or visible evidence of his work in your life? The most common mistake Christians make in worship today is seeking an experience rather than seeking God. They look for a feeling, and if it happens, they conclude that they have worshipped.

When life is hard Ben Richey, Courier Columnist Life is full of difficulties. We all face trials and troubles of various kinds. Many of us have a host of regrets and disappointments that have bent and Richey shaped our lives. While we try to be strong, we keep giving in to the same temptations and falling back into the same messes repeatedly. You read a series of statements like that and you probably think, "Well, yeah, Captain Obvious, tell us something we don't already know." We're all acutely aware of life's problems and even when we're not currently experiencing them, each of us knows that in just a moment that could all change. We can get burdened down, even oppressed, by the fear of what's around the corner. I'm convinced this explains, to some degree, why so many in our culture are on anti-depressants and anxiety medications. We're a burdened people. When Jesus started his public ministry, He went to a place of worship in His hometown. Taking the scroll of Isaiah, he stood and read aloud, "The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor." When He finished, everyone stared in

1. Is the book of Deborah in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. Of these, who wasn't on the Mount of Transfiguration with Jesus? Peter, James, John, Andrew 3. From Matthew 13, how many of Jesus' "brothers" wrote books of the Bible? Zero, 1, 2, 3 4. Of these, who had 300 concubines? Pharaoh, King Solomon, Saul, Adam 5. What is the biblical interpretation of a concubine? Oven, Secondary wife, Chariot, Gold bracelet 6. In which city did King Ahasuerus mainly live? Corinth, Gath, Berea, Shushan 1) Neither; 2) Andrew; 3) 2; 4) King Solomon; 5) Secondary wife; 6) Shushan

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expectation until he finally put resolution to their wondering- "Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing." While the present state of Christianity in America might lead one to believe the opposite sometimes, Jesus came to alleviate suffering and bring restoration. This was first and foremost about restoring lost people to a relationship with God, but everywhere Jesus went, there was an outbreak of wellness, an epidemic of healing. The blind saw, the sick became well, the lame walked again, the hungry were fed, and people came to faith and found spiritual restoration in droves! The practical message of Jesus' life was "God loves you and wants to restore you." He came to live in difficulty, embrace trials and troubles, and suffer a cruel fate in order to declare God's favor and loving intent to us. Let that sink in for a moment. Let that truth soak into all the difficult spaces of your life. In Hebrews 4:1516 it says, concerning Jesus, "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." Life is indeed difficult at times and we get loaded down with burdens, but Jesus has grace and mercy for that. He has hope for that. He has restoration for that, if you'll only come to Him. Ben Richey is the lead pastor of Kernville First Baptist Church.

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It's party time and time to celebrate back to school at the Weldon United Methodist Church at 20021 Hwy 178 from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday September 9. You are invited! There will be bounce houses, cotton candy, water slides, hot dogs and fun! It is free, so don't miss it.

■ Kernville First Baptist Church 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 66 Big Blue Road (Alta One), Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2636 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m

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■ Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 ■ Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m. ■ Canyon Hills Kern River Valley 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. & Wed. 7 p.m. 760-376-6402 ■ Faith Community North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416

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■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school 10:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Garden Community Fellowship 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 5 p.m. 760-223-5293

■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3810 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.,Tue. Ladies study 10 a.m., Wed. mid-week 5 p.m. 760-379-0004 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 ■ Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun. 9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296 ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. ■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 7 p.m. Wednesday 760-549-3186

Southlake/Weldon

■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 9:00 a.m. 760-378-2321 To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).

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into what it is worth. A 1,000 sq foot house in Kernville is worth more than in Weldon, or Bodfish typically. A large piece of land is worth more in A real estate marSquirrel Valley than in Lake Isabella ket is defined as staor Onyx. When trying to sell, make ble when there is a sure and get these two factors propbalance between erly balanced and your listing will be inventory and able to compete with everything on demand, which is the market. You will actually make what we are seeing more if you do this instead of price Freeman too high. for the most part ■ Patience. A seller in this market here in the Kern has to have patience. I am sure glad I River Valley. have a high self-esteem because I Here are three of the biggest reahave been fired more in the last 13 sons properties years than ever either sell or do before in my life! not sell when Good news ...three of the biggest reasons they are listed. about that, I got properties either sell or do not sell These are huge, when they are listed. These are huge, hired a whole lot everything else is more than I got everything else is relative. fired! A good relative. agent is trying ■ Price! This is - Freeman everything in the biggest factheir power that tor, especially they know works and some stuff they when the market is stable. A price for don't know works to try and sell your a piece of property must not be based house. Certain market segments sell on what anyone else says but rather faster than others, cheaper homes on what has sold in the area recently. typically sell faster than higher priced A seller must think like a bank and an homes no matter how good of a deal appraiser, and be realistic. A property they are. Find an agent that you trust is not worth more because of personal and you know is doing their very best reasons it is worth what it is or is not for you and stick with them. Make based on market conditions. That sure they give you marketing updates means appraised value ultimately is and keep in contact on a regular what a home is worth and what a basis. Make your agent work for you buyer is willing to pay for it. Unless but also realize that your agent wants your home has something absolutely and needs to sell your home and is exceptional that sets it apart, the comworking in your best interest. We parable sales are how to value the don't get paid if we don't do our job! property. There are exceptions to the rule, but sold comparable sales are what lenders and appraisers use. Matt Freeman is a realtor with ■ Location. The old real estate motto, Freeman’s Lakeside Realty 760-379-5915 "location, location, location!" is true. or 760-223-0880. His column is not intendThe location of a property does play ed to replace legal advice.

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Announcements, Continued from page 3 found at dot.ca.gov/jobs/vacancy.html. Caltrans will be at the Antelope Valley College Fall Career Fair on Sept. 13 and at the Caltrans Career Fair in Bakersfield on Sept. 14. Next March 16, they will return to Bakersfield for the CSU Bakersfield Career Fair.

Skate Park funds continue to roll on in As of August 28, cash donations of $48,136.98 have been received toward building the George and Darlene Randall Skate Park. There are two pledges of $1,000 each. On top of that, local businesses have donated materials and services estimated at $23,500. The total cost as provided by Spohn Ranch Skate Parks is $162,000. That means nearly one-half of the cost has been raised. A large raffle is being planned and committee members will also be selling tickets at events around the Valley. The winning tickets will be drawn the first Wednesday of December for wonderful items being donated by local businesses. Anyone wanting to provide a raffle item should contact Karene Williams at 760-379-1434 and leave a message. Raffle tickets can be purchased by sending a check to California Recreation Foundation, 2809 Irwin Avenue, Lake Isabella, CA 93240, noting "raffle tickets" on the memo line. Ticket stubs will be mailed to the purchaser. Donations can also be made by sending a check, however, the memo line should say "donation." In addition, donations can be made using PayPal on the Kern River Skate Park Facebook page, through one of the Go Fund Me accounts, and there are donation jars in 28 businesses around the Kern River Valley.

Local hospital receives substance abuse grant Kern Valley Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce they have been awarded a grant from Kaiser Permanente in support of their: CSI: Momentum, Controlled Substance Initiative. The Kern Valley Hospital Foundation in partnership with the Kern Valley Healthcare District petitioned for and obtained a grant from Kaiser Permanente group, to help bring awareness and provide education to the local community. This program, known as the "CSI: Momentum" project, will be visiting the providers in the community, seniors, parents and partnering with our local schools through assemblies, health fairs, etc. This campaign will address a very serious and life-threatening epidemic in our local community. In November 2011, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared prescription drug abuse to be a nationwide epidemic. Drug overdose is not the leading cause of accidental deaths, surpassing deaths due to motor vehicle accidents. Watch for flyers, posters and health fair alerts notifying people for dates and locations of upcoming events.

It's happening at the Kern River Valley Library The Kern River Valley Branch Library in Lake Isabella has many wonderful free events happening during the month of September. ■ Every Thursday beginning at 10:30 join them for Toddler Time and Baby Bounce, reading fun for the youngest library patrons.

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Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Being an educator must still be in my blood. This week I am heading to LA as a guest speaker for a conference of Medicare agents. While I am always Thal honored by such invitations, my motivation is not the kudos I receive when I do these programs, but the feeling that perhaps the world may be a little safer for the seniors served by these agents. There is a real problem within the health insurance industry. More and more health insurance agents are shifting their practice from the individual and family plan markets to the senior plans, as the IFP is experiencing fewer physicians accepting the insurance plans and several companies have even withdrawn from the IFP. Other insurance agents who had specialized in employer plans have seen drastic cuts in their commissions with ObamaCare, and are shifting their practice to the senior market. So, my 'giving back' to my industry of 35 years is to hopefully train agents so their clients will get safe and accurate information. Working with an older adult is very different than sitting with a corporate executive setting up a health plan for their employees and dependents or the Mom and Dad selecting a health plan, perhaps with financial assistance from Covered CA. My expectation is there will be about 200 agents at the general meet-

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ing. I'm looking forward to presenting. Afterwards, typically I land up having lunch and answer questions prior to the next speaker. I also attend other lectures from other experienced instructors that I have worked with over the past decades. Then, I am leaving for San Diego County where there will be a meeting of agents from San Diego, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties for a similar educational experience. There is a four-day gap from the conclusion in Los Angeles and the beginning in Temecula. So, I have rented a suite in a hotel in San Clemente and have invited my 180 odd clients in South Orange County to an Open House meet and greet. I have never met many of these people and others were written well over twenty years ago when I lived in San Juan Capistrano. Their still being with me I guess is a testament to my belief that customer service is paramount in my professional practice. I look forward to seeing them. The closest thing I can do for a 'meet and greet' here locally is my "Medicare and a Movie" program at the Reel Cinema on October 4 beginning at 12:15. I do this annual event to educate my Kern Valley and treat those in attendance to refreshments as well as the current feature film following the program. Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker in California (0621106), on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at harrythal@aol.com or harrythal.com.

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On display Photography, stoneware and raku ceramics are on exhibit through September at the Kern River Valley Historical Museum art gallery at 49 Big Blue Road Kernville. A artist reception will be held at the Museum on September 9 from 4 to 6 p.m. Kern River Valley Art Association

Works of ‘Earth & Eye’ on exhibit Kern River Valley Art Association Courier Release Michael Batelaan has spent his fortyyear career as an art director, graphic artist, and photographer. The past twenty-six years, here in the Kern River Valley. His work in graphic design and photography has garnered him county, state and national awards. What most may not know is Michael's other side, his fine art beginnings. Michael has other hidden education and talent in the areas of fine arts, drawing, painting, sculpture and ceramics.

Batelaan is an award winning graphic designer and photographer/photojournalist with 30 years of photography experience and over 40 years working in the graphic arts. He has been the newspaper publisher of the Kern River Courier since 2009. The show is presented by Kern River Valley Art Association at the Kern River Valley Historical Museum, 49 Big Blue Road, Kernville Thursday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free admission, September 7 through 30. A reception will be held at the Museum on September 9 from 4 to 6 p.m.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” (TV-MA) When Oprah gets involved in a TV movie (HBO), you know there's a great story to tell, and it is: the powerful and true story of Henrietta Lacks. A poor black woman, Lacks died in 1951 of cervical cancer, her tumor cells harvested posthumously without any family consent. The cells -- labeled HeLa -- turned out to be a prolific source of medical breakthroughs, although Lacks' family received neither recompense nor notoriety for this contribution. This injustice is investigated by writer Rebecca Skloot (Rose Byrne), and leads Skloot to Lacks' daughter Dale (Oprah). Together they embark on a journey to reveal HeLa as both a contributor to medical progress and a mother lost. Henrietta is portrayed in moving flashbacks by Renee Elise Goldsberry ("Hamilton"). “Rough Night” (R) - Take five friends from college (Scarlett Johansson, Kate McKinnon, Jillian Bell, Ilana Glazer and Zoe Kravitz), set them down in a glitzy, sin-filled locale (Miami), douse them in the stink of recklessness that results from a loaded event (bachelorette party) and ... you can see where this is going. The cast is outstanding, but the theme is uncommitted and the players

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An evening to remember that begins with an Ice Cream Social at 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, September 12th In the Veteran's Hall at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella

Mick will discuss the County Budget that the supervisors have agreed upon, and answer any questions that you may have. Don't forget, it's your money they are spending, and here is an opportunity for you to have your say. Following a short break we will continue with our meeting and we encourage all of the general public to join in with us to learn what we do, and how you might wish to participate.

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are stuck in skit cliches. It could have been flirty and frivolous debauchery (cocaine-laced dance party) or the blackest of black comedies (dead stripper coverup). It tries to be both, and the result is rough. “Lowriders” (PG-13) - Delve into the Mexican-American car scene of Los Angeles in a refreshing and surprising but very traditional tale of family relationships, resentment and reconciliation. Demian Bichir stars as Miguel Alvarez, father and head of the family. His trade is auto body work, but his passion is restoring old cars, cruising and showing them with his friends. Eva Longoria plays Gloria, Miguel's wife, gloriously stripped down and hardly recognizable. Son Danny (Gabriel Chavarria) pursues his own passion as a graffiti artist, and father and son struggle to identify with and understand one another in a tale as old as time.

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Following the Social the LIBPOA will open its monthly meeting at 6:00 P.M. with a salute to the Flag and an introduction to the evening agenda by President Ron Benoit to be followed by a commentary by your 1st District Supervisor's Field Representative, Debbie Freeland, and then your main speaker for the evening will be 1st District Supervisor

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5 pounds small Red Potatoes (same size) 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled. Reserve bacon drippings. 1 qt. jar mayonnaise or Miracle Whip ( approximately 1/2 to 3/4 of jar) 1 very large Vidalia onion, chopped 1 dozen large eggs, hard boiled and chopped.

1 can (28-ounce) whole tomatoes (drained) 2 cans (10-ounce) Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies) original or mild 1/4 cup chopped onion (red or white) 1/2 -3/4 cup coriander/cilantro, finely chopped 1-1/2 Tblsp fresh lime juice 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon salt Pinch of sugar (optional) For spicy throw in: 1/2 to 1 jalapeño, chopped fine Dash of ground cumin

Salt and pepper to taste. You may not want to use salt as the bacon is salty...taste. Cook potatoes until tender. Drain. Cook chopped onions with bacon drippings (you judge amount of drippings) in microwave just until tender, 1-1/2 to 2 minutes. Mix all together and chill.

Combine all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Pulse a few times until you get a nice consistency. Taste, and add more spice as needed. Refrigerate salsa for at least an hour before serving to help marinate the flavors. Serve with tortilla chips or on top of your favorite Mexican dish.

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Join the Kern River Conservancy Saturday September 16, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for an afternoon of whitewater fun on the lower Kern River as they team up with friends at Whitewater Voyages, Mountain River Adventures, Kern River Tours and Kern River Outfitters for an EPIC fundraiser. Tickets are limited to 120 people. All will meet at 10:30 a.m. at Whitewater Voyages for registration and a quick pow-wow before heading off to the lower Kern River for some epic class 3-4 rapids. After the trip on the river, be shuttled back to Whitewater Voyages for a BBQ buffet courtesy of Mt. Mesa Market and two beer kegs donated by Kern River Brewing Company.

Camping and lodging is available for those looking to spend the night or two in town. Reservations and payments must be made before the event date to reserve your spot. Tickets are $124.84 per person for this all inclusive deal of rafting and BBQ lunch. Group discounts are also available for parties of 12 or more. Group rates are $106.08 per person (12 people minimum). Youth tickets are $112.32 per youth for ages 9-16. River and Land Use Fees included. To book your spot now, call toll free: 800-400-7238 and ask for Luther Stephens. If you have any question regarding this event, being a sponsor or special requests, please contact Gary Ananian at 818-984-8505. All proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards conservation and education projects for the lower Kern River.

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Accepting applications for Wildlife Officer Cadets through September Lt. Chris Stoots, CDFW Law Enforcement Courier Outdoors Do you have what it takes to be a California wildlife officer? The California Department of Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement Division is currently accepting applications for Wildlife Officer Cadet. CDFW is particularly interested in recruiting applicants with a love of the outdoors and a passion for fish and wildlife conservation. All prospective candidates are encouraged to extensively review materials on the LED website (wildlife.ca.gov/enforcement/career) before contacting CDFW with questions. If you are interested in becoming a Wildlife Officer Cadet, please apply online at https://jobs.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/7FG13.PDF by Sept. 30. CDFW wildlife officers are fully sworn California peace officers with a fundamental duty to serve and protect the public. They have the authority to enforce all California laws, including the Vehicle Code, Penal Code, Health and Safety drug laws and more. The primary mission of a wildlife officer is to enforce wildlife resource laws; to protect California waterways and habitat from destruction, pollution and litter; provide the public with hunting and fishing information; and to promote and coordinate hunter education and safe weapons handling. Wildlife officers patrol the moun-

tains, valleys, deserts, creeks, streams, rivers and ocean. They frequently work alone and cover both rural and urban areas. California's diverse ecosystem spans 159,000 square miles divided into 58 counties, with a human population in excess of 39 million. The state has 1,100 miles of coastline, 30,000 miles of rivers and streams, 4,800 lakes and reservoirs and 80 major rivers. Wildlife officers patrol utilizing trucks, ATVs, personal watercraft, boats, snowmobiles and airplanes, making contact with Californians in the great outdoors. Wildlife officers work undercover, conduct surveillances and complete indepth investigations, including writing and serving search warrants. CDFW LED has numerous specialized teams and assignments including K-9, wildlife trafficking, marijuana eradication, marine patrol and oil spill prevention and response. Annually, wildlife officers make contact with more than 295,000 people and issue more than 15,000 citations for violations of the law. Successful applicants for Warden Cadet will attend a Peace Officer Standards of Training (POST) certified law enforcement training academy, conducted by CDFW at Butte College, near Chico in northern California. Following the academy, probationary wildlife officers will work with a seasoned field training officer for several weeks, where they learn to apply their training in practical circumstances.

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General Drainage Area 2,093 Square Miles Capacity, Gross Pool 570,000 Acre-Ft. Surface Area, Gross Pool 11,400 Shoreline, Gross Pool 38 miles Length, Gross Pool 9 miles Main Dam Maximum Height 185 Feet Length at Crest 1695 Feet Auxiliary Dam Maximum Height 100 Feet Maximum Length 3,257 Feet Lake Construction Started March 1948 Finished April 1953

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SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM DONATE TODAY Kern Valley Search and Rescue relies on the community to fund and maintain the rescue equipment needed to perform rescues on the Kern River and throughout the Kern River Valley. We look to local businesses annually to sponsor the unit with a donation to help us meet our goal of providing the highest level of rescue readiness possible. KVSAR is a 501c3 non-profit organization and is composed entirely of volunteers. Any Amount Helps!

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■ U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646

7046 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-549-2100

■ Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.

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■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business only: 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only: 760-378-3055

■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 760-379-5236 866-KRV4FUN ■ Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville 760-376-2629 866-KERNVILLE (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads)

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: SEQUOIA WELLNESS (2014-B4374) Street address of business: 20412 Brian Way, Ste 4A, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 20412 Brian Way, Ste 4A, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Christopher Seeley, 20412 Brian Way, Ste 4A, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 08/07/2014. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 08/11/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier August 18, 25, September 1, and 8, 2017. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: SEQUOIA WELLNESS (2017-B5517), 20412 Brian Way, Bldg. 4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address: 20412 Brian Way, Bldg. 4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANTS: SEELEY CHIROPRACTIC, PC, 20412 Brian Way, Bldg. 4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 08/11/2017. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Chris Seeley, President. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 08/11/2017 and expires 08/11/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier August 18, 25, September 1, and 8, 2017. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LINDA MICHELLE MILLER aka LINDA M. MILLER aka LINDA MILLER - BPB-17-002610 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LINDA MICHELLE MILLER aka LINDA M. MILLER aka LINDA MILLER. A PETITION for Probate has been filed by: HOLLY MILLER in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN. THE PETITION for Probate requests that HOLLY MILLER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on: September 14, 2017 at 9:00 A.M. in Dept. P, located at 1215 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters issued to a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for the Petitioner: Jamie P. Gelber, Attorney At Law P.O. Box 2810 5104 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Suite C Lake Isabella, CA 93240 (760) 379-2604 (Published: Kern River Courier: August 25, September 1, and 8, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00964-CA, A.P.N.: 067-083-14-00, Property Address: 312 N Alvord St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/11/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Kenneth A. Spurlock and Karen L. Spurlock, married Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 11/24/2008 as Instrument No. 0208182507 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 10/16/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated

amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $76,204.97. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 312 N Alvord St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, A.P.N.: 067083-14-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $76,204.97. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.a spx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-00964CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: August 9, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMa nagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier August 25, September 1, and 8, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00585-CA, A.P.N.: 413-053-05-00, Property Address: 5812 Webb Way, Bakersfield, CA 93307 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/18/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Gregg L. Clemons Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 10/25/2006 as Instrument No.. 0206265122 in book ---, page--- and further modified by that certain Loan Modification Agreement recorded on December 10, 2009 in (instrument) 0209181801 of Official Records of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 09/29/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $272,255.70. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR

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A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 5812 Webb Way, Bakersfield, CA 93307, A.P.N.: 413053-05-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $272,255.70. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-00585CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: August 16, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier September 1, 8, and 15, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00498-CA, A.P.N.: 067-033-07-00, Property Address: 719 Balsam Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/25/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Jose Ventura Lugo and Maria Lugo, husband and wife as joint tenants Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 11/06/2006 as Instrument No. 0206274844 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 10/06/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $130,551.05. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 719 Balsam Street, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, A.P.N.: 067-033-07-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $130,551.05. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if

applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices .aspx using the file number assigned to this case 201700498-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: August 22, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/Tru steeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier September 8, 15, and 22, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-00734-CA, A.P.N.: 194-515-01-00-0, Property Address: 6300 Glenrock Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04/07/2009. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Maria C. Moreno, A Married Woman As Her Sole And Separate Property Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 04/22/2009 as Instrument No. 0209057175 in book ---, page--- and further modified by that certain Loan Modification Agreement recorded on 02/22/2013 as Instrument No. 0213025463 of Official Records of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 10/30/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $239,409.75. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 6300 Glenrock Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309, A.P.N.: 194-515-01-00-0. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $239,409.75. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices .aspx using the file number assigned to this case 201600734-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: August 23, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/Tru steeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier September 8, 15, and 22, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00576-CA, A.P.N.: 067-262-02-00, Property Address: 333 Peg St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555-3614 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/27/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Beatriz Quirarte, A Single Woman and Adan Alvarado, A Single Man as Joint Tenants Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 01/12/2006 as Instrument No.. 0206009463 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 10/04/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $113,241.87. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT

UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 333 Peg St, Ridgecrest, CA 93555-3614, A.P.N.: 067-262-02-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $113,241.87. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisourc.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeService s.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 201700576-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: August 22, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/Tr usteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier September 8, 15, and 22, 2017) ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: LAKEVIEW MOTEL (2015-B3483) Street address of business: 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address of Business: PO Box 3076, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Robert Allen Jamison, 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 and Lynnae Ann Jamison, 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 06/03/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 08/30/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Chaides, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier September 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2017. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: LAKEVIEW MOTEL (2017-B5909), 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: PO Box 3076, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANTS: SARAH LORRAINE JAMISON, 12090 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Sarah Lorraine Jamison. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 08/30/2017 and expires 08/30/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: V. Zuniga. Published by the Kern River September 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2017.

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www.kernrivercourier.com Math, Continued from page 1 several new features and have more planned for the 2017-18 season." Last year, the program began a new segment called "Math in the Real World," wherein live remotes at local businesses, organizations and other community locations demonstrated practical applications of math concepts. "The idea is to get young people to understand that what they are learning in school will serve them well when they get into a career later on," Cushine said. "How many times have you heard a young person question why they have to learn something? We

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of the fire near the Cannell Meadow Trail. The fire has burned 1,319 acres on the Sequoia National Forest and no structures have burned. The only road closure in the fire area is Cherry Hill Road at Big Meadow. The Cannell Meadow Trail is also closed. The Caldwell fire perimeter is 90 percent contained and full containment was expected on Wednesday. ■ The Pier Fire started

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show them by taking them behind the scenes with local professionals." "Math in the Real World" provides a natural segue to feature other careers in STEM-related fields. So, this year, the program will periodically showcase local professionals who will discuss how they use science and engineering, along with math, in their everyday jobs. Also new this season will be the "Science 4 Kern Challenge." Once a month, the Challenge will feature teams of elementary and middle school students given a realworld engineering challenge and the basic raw materials to build a solution. "Students will explore

conventional and unconventional methods in a hands-on approach to creating their own solutions," Cushine said. "Their creations will be featured live on the program with expanded coverage on our social media sites." "Do the Math" is part of 60-plus hours of weekly K-12 educational programing aligned to state standards that is available through KCSOS's Kern Education Television Network. For more information, visit dothemathonline.net, where the show streams live. You can also follow "Do the Math" on social media: Facebook: @dothe mathbakersfield and Twitter: @dothemathbako.

be awarded this fall," said Rick Brown, USACE spokesperson. Milestones to date ■ Pre-Construction Engineering and Design

Completed. ■ Construction of USFS facilities began fall 2016. ■ Dams and Spillways Construction 20172022.

on August 29 at Highway 190, east of Springville. The human caused fire is under investigation, but was related to a car fire. This fire has burned 20,529 acres and is only 20 percent contained. Over 1,500 personnel are on scene with evacuations are still in place. Tulare County has two levels of evacuations: mandatory and voluntary in place. Mandatory meaning fire poses an imminent threat to life and property. Voluntary means residents should be prepared to do so. The areas under mandatory evacuation

include, Upper Rio Vista, Cow Mountain (Springville area), Sequoia Crest, Mountain Aire, Rogers Camp, Pierpoint Springs, Cedar Slope, Camp Nelson, Doyle Springs, Alpine Village, Wishon. The voluntary evacuation areas are, Springville, Ponderosa, Residences along Balch Park Road (County J37) north of Highway 190 to Bear Creek Road, Bear Creek Road (County 220) east of Balch Park Road, SCICON, Mountain Home Conservation Camp.

Announcements, Continued from page 5 ■ All teens are invited to join in at 3:30 for Teen Mania a fun time to make new friends while participating in a cool activity. Then adults and youth are welcome to join for free guitar, ukulele, keyboarding, and computer lessons. Lessons available by appointment. ■ Are you a Veteran? Visit the Veteran's Resource Center for interesting books, free resources and even assistance in obtaining the services you are entitled to. Assistance available by appointment. ■ September 12 is jam packed: First, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. the Friends of the Library will be hosting their monthly book sale in the community room. Then, at 5 p.m. "Live Better, Feel Better," a pre diabetic and diabetic workshop for all ages. ■ Friday, September 15 at 3 p.m. is the kick off for the Legend of the Numbers math club. Children 3rd through 5th grade are invited to join in fun math games and activities designed to make learning fun! ■ On Saturday, September 16 at 3:30 p.m. children of all ages are invited to join for the kickoff to Lego Club. Learn how Legos and literacy work together. ■ Do you have an ebook device that you just can't figure out? Fret no more; we have help here Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays! In addition to all the free programming there are also many books, movies and magazines available for checkout with a valid library card. September is National Library Card Sign Up Month so visit them to see how you can obtain a card! They provide computer access, including Wi-Fi, photocopying and fax services too. Their doors are open Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 5p.m. For more information they can be reached at 760-549-2083 or like them on Facebook!

Kern Valley Search and Rescue seeking sponsorships Kern Valley Search and rescue relies on the community to fund and maintain the rescue equipment needed to perform rescues on the Kern River and throughout the Kern River Valley. They look to local businesses annually to sponsor the unit with a donation to help meet the goal of providing the highest level of rescue readiness possible. KVSAR is a 501c3 non-profit organization and is composed entirely of volunteers. Any amount helps! With this year's donations they are working towards purchasing a Zodiac rescue boat for shallow water use, a monopod pulley system and life vests and helmets for team members. Donations are tax deductible and 100 percent of donations go to rescue equipment. Sponsorship levels that include an optional plaque are Gold $500, Silver $250 and Bronze $100. Make checks payable to Kern Valley Search and Rescue, PO Box 1287, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 or donate online at kvsar.com. Email questions to kernvalleysearchandrescue@gmail.com.