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Whiskey Flat

‘Sarsaparilla Sue’ aka Susie Seeger enjoys the taste of victory when the results of the Whiskey Flat Days honorary mayor’s race was announced Sunday. Looking on are last year’s co-mayors, ‘Deadeye Dave’ Redman and ‘Mountain Mouth Kate’ McDonald. Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

Weather may have dampened the Whiskey Flat Days crowds, but not the event’s mayor race Michael Batelaan Courier Spotlight In a hard-fought battle, 'Sarsaparilla Sue' came out on top in this year's Whiskey Flat Mayor's race. The new Deputy Mayor, 'South Fork Sass'n Cathy' ran and raised funds for the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center and for the Hot Springs Wetland Preservation fund. 'South Fork Sass'n Cathy,' aka: Catherine Robinson Day Paradise

was born and raised in Weldon, South Fork of the Kern River Valley. South Fork Sass'n Cathy traveled the dusty and wet roads and trails of the Kern River Valley, lookin' to sell bribes to all her family, friends and neighbors along the way. She raised a total of $2,150 to be split between her two charities. She is still selling raffle tickets for Cow Plop Bingo $50 a ticket; only 100 tickets will be sold. Prize money will be $1,250 and the proceeds also to be split between her charities. Our new Whiskey Flat Honorary Mayor, 'Sarsaparilla Sue' solicited funds for the

Kern Valley Health care District Skilled Nursing Facility. 'Sarsaparilla Sue,' aka: Susie Seeger is also a Kern Valley Native, who started her working career at her mom's place, Cheryl's Diner. She now works for the Skilled Nursing Facility as an Activities Director and it has never been the same since she arrived. 'Sarsaparilla Sue,' as the story goes, has it decided to give up her esteemed career as a top-ranking ferris wheel extraordinaire in the Whiskey Flat Days Carnival and was proud to run for the high office of Whiskey Flat mayor. Now many of you may ask your-

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Needed hospital improvements prove ‘taxing’ both to the District and the tax payer

Floor show This cut-away drawing illustrates how the proposed emergency department will be a vast improvement over the current hospital ER and will bring the hospital up to the state earthquake standards.

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state and federal governments will not be assisting financially. Gordon has been showing the impressive upgrades that they would like to make to the hospital facilities to meet these standards. The pair believes that the upgrades will improve local property values, due to nearby access to a modernized hospital, and that the improvements will make it easier to

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attract quality medical people to the Kern Valley to work. Gordon stated that there are always job openings, and to meet the nurse/patient ratios required they have to resort to registry nurses and CNAs when staffing is down. If the ballot measure fails, and the property tax is not approved, the pair are concerned that property values will decline,

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because Kern Valley Hospital will not be able to operate after 2030, due to earthquake regulations. The measure requires 66 percent plus one votes in favor to pass. They compared this to the last school ballot measure, which only required 55 percent. Out of the approximately 15,000 Kern Valley residents,

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selves, "How can a Whiskey Flat Days carnival star attraction give up such an esteemed and glorious career to run for political office?" "It's simple," she said. "While I was recuperating (which by the way means "getting better")from the lump of my head at the old folks home. I saw a pure need! Why them old folks out there at the home ain't got nothing to sit on but an ol' straw tick mattress and a couple of old rickety chairs." Sue went on to explain, "Why they

Hospital finds itself in need of health care

Kern Valley Hospital Chief Nursing Officer Mark Gordon and David Derr, Chairman of the hospital board of directors, have been hosting town hall type meetings around the Valley to explain the $138 per year addition to our property tax bills that they would like to see the Hospital District's property owners pay for the next 40 years. The Hospital is being mandated to upgrade its facilities to meet earthquake standards but the

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Remembering the Alamo

On February 24 in 1836, in San Antonio, Texas, Colonel William Travis issued a call for help on behalf of the Texan troops defending the Alamo. When the Texas revolution began in 1835, Travis was given command of troops in the recently captured city of San Antonio de Bexar (now San Antonio). On February 23, 1836, a large Mexican force commanded by General Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana arrived in San Antonio. Travis and his troops took shelter in the Alamo, where they were joined by a volunteer force led by Colonel James Bowie. Though Santa Ana's 5,000 troops outnumbered the several hundred Texans, Travis and his men did not give up. On February 24, they answered Santa Ana's call for surrender with a shot from the Alamo's cannon. The Mexican general ordered his forces to launch a siege. Mexican forces stormed the Alamo, killing Travis, Bowie and 190 of their men. Despite the loss of the fort, the Texan troops managed to inflict huge losses on their enemy. The defense of the Alamo became a powerful symbol for the Texas revolution. At the Battle of San Jacinto on April 21, 910 Texan soldiers commanded by Sam Houston defeated Santa Ana's army of 1,250 men, spurred on by cries of "Remember the Alamo!"

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water data: Wednesday, 6 p.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 345,417 acre-feet 2016 Reservoir peak 153,102 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 3118 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 3451 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) Data from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal. *(5-hr average Kernville)

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■ Heart Walk 2017 February 25 Register at 7:30 a.m. and walk 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Kern Valley High School track and raise money for your favorite non-profit and for the Hospital. $50 for a team or $10 for individual walkers. No pets. Free lunch to all walkers and managers. Additional meals are $5 each. Entry deadline is February 21. Call Deborah Hess at 760-379-5257 x24.

■ Commodities distribution February 27 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon. Call Yazid Alawgarey CAPK 661-336-5200 X203 or see Facebook.com/rotarykrvfood. ■ Donkey Basketball February 27 Don't miss this year's Donkey Basketball at 6 p.m. for food, game starts at 7; at the Southfork gym. This year's battle is the 911 responders vs. KVHS. Get your tickets from any FFA student or at the school office or at Kern River Hay and Feed. ■ KRV Collaborative February 28 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the

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.

Saturdays

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

Sundays

■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846.

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. ■ 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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■ 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. ■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Tue.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ 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.

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■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762.

Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760-3792556 or go to krvfrc.org for information.

■ Driver Safety Program March 1 The Next AARP Driver Safety Program will be held all day Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kern River Valley Historical Society Annex at 49 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. In California, a certificate of course completion usually entitles the participant to a reduction in their auto insurance for three years following the date of the class. To learn more, or to enroll, call instructor Gene Verbeet at 760-417-0579. ■ Prayer Breakfast March 2 The community is invited to join in prayer for our community, the State and our Nation at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. All members of the Kern River Valley community are welcome to come and join them in prayer. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. Then join in at Tank Park for Prayer in the Park from noon to 1 p.m. For more information call Bill Blanton at 760-891-6942. ■ Spring concert March 5 The Kern Valley Community Orchestra will present its Spring Concert at 4 p.m. at the Kernville Elementary School playing the Grand March from Aida, Clock Music by Haydn, Simple Gifts, and more. Solos will be

■ 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 (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 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget 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. ■10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time, Lake Isabella Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-549-2083. ■ 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. ■ 7 p.m. (1st Thurs.) Kern River Rockhound Club. MGM Jewelry Store, 6749 Wofford Blvd. 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, 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.

Bingo Guide

■ 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.

by Jim Steel who will play Bring Him Home on the cello, and Jody Steel will perform pieces by Scarlatti and Mendelssohn. Suggested donation $10, refreshments served. ■ Library book sale March 13 and 14 The Friends of the Library will be holding a book sale the second Tuesday of each month. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Set-up and presale on Mondays from 4 to 6 p.m. in the community room at the main library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ Senator Fuller mobile office hours March 16 Will be held at the Kern River Valley County Admin. Building from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Senator Fuller holds these to facilitate communication between her office and the communities she serves. To schedule an appointment with a member of the staff, please call the District Office at 661-323-0443. ■ Congressman McCarthy mobile office March 16 This time provides an opportunity for constituents in the local community to conveniently visit and share concerns on important issues, current events and discuss casework matters regarding problems with federal government agencies. Keenan Hochschild, McCarthy's field representative, will meet with visitors in Lake Isabella and report back to the Congressman from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Kern County Administration Building conference room, 7050 Lake Isabella Boulevard. For more information call 661-327-3611. ■ Commodities distribution March 27 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon. Please do not call or contact the church, they are not the organizer. Yazid Alawgarey CAPK 661-336-5200 X203, email yalawgarey@capk.org. ■ KRV Collaborative March 28 Join with the KRV Collaborative and learn about vital services and opportunities in the Kern Valley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Call 760379-2556 or go to krvfrc.org for more information. ■ Houchin Blood Drive April 4 The KRV blood drive will take place at the First Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday date. 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. Remember to wait one year after tattoos and body piercings and you must be at least 16 years old and weigh at least 110 lbs. ■ Prayer Breakfast April 6 The community is invited to join in prayer for our community, the State and our Nation at Nelda's in Lake Isabella at 7 a.m. The Kern River Valley community are welcome to come and join them in prayer. Please arrive early so as not interrupt prayer in progress. Breakfast is optional. Then join in at Tank Park for Prayer in the Park from noon to 1 p.m. Call Bill Blanton at 760-891-6942. ■ Library book sale April 10 and 11 The Friends of the Library will be holding a book sale the second Tuesday of each month until further notice. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Set-up and presale on Mondays from 4 to 6 p.m. in the community room at the main library 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. 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. Events must be open to the public. Any cost must be listed. Items submitted for a free Calendar listing may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by date, event, and space available. Items deemed general business advertising will not be accepted. Information compiled from direct submissions to office@kernrivercourier.com and krvmastercalendar. com.

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Possible Phone Scam using Sheriff Department On February 18, the Kern County Sheriff's Office became aware of a possible scam involving an individual misidentifying himself as an employee of the Sheriff's Office. A citizen reported that she received a phone call that day during the afternoon hours from a person who said he worked for the Sheriff's Office and was inquiring as to why she had missed jury duty. He then began asking the citizen to confirm information, such as the citizen's name and address. At that point the citizen became suspicious and informed the caller that she would contact Jury Services to verify she had missed jury duty. The caller then became very upset and told the citizen there was a warrant out for her arrest and that if she hung up she would be arrested. The citizen advised the caller she did not believe him, because the call was received on a Saturday and the caller was calling from an 818 area code, which is in Southern California. The caller then made an obscene comment to the citizen and hung up. The Sheriff's Office received a report involving a similar incident earlier this year. The Sheriff's Office would like to remind citizens to never provide personal information to an unknown caller. If anyone receives a similar call, please report it to the Sheriff's Office at 661-861-3110.

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Over the years, I have in different columns mentioned my war with the ground squirrels. Today I want to write about the triMiddleworth als and tribulations of those rascals and what I've tried to do to clear my yard of the pesky rodents. It has become apparent because of the excessive rain and snow that we have had that the ground is soft. How soft it was, was brought to light over the last couple of days, I was behind my workshop straightening bricks and other items that just needed some attention. As I walked behind the shop the ground under my feet gave way and there I was standing knee deep in a ground squirrel home! As I moved to get out of the hole I created another one as the ground there also gave away. It seems that they had made free rein of a 5 x 10 space infested by the critters. There are several things you can do to get rid of a ground squirrel and here's a couple that I have used over the years (which obviously hasn't worked too well). The most successful method of getting them out and away is by using a Have a Heart Trap. Fill the trap with peanuts, set it near a hole and you often will get a ground squirrel and in addition a bird or a cat. In the bigger traps I have gotten blue jays,

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Erskine Fire Support Group starting February 28 The Kern Valley Long Term Recovery Group in coordination with the All For One Movement and Heather Berry Therapy is pleased to announce a support group for those affected by the Erskine Fire. This support group will be peer led, and is focused on working through the emotional recovery from the events of the Erskine Fire. All individuals that were affected by the fire in any way are welcome. The support group will meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month, starting on Tuesday, Feb 28th. The meetings start at 5pm, please arrive 10 minutes early. The meetings will be held in the cafe at Faith Community located at 20 W Panorama Dr in Wofford Heights. Parking and entrance is on the West side of the building. Coffee and light refreshments will be provided. The Kern Valley Long Term Recovery Group is a coalition of organizations coordinating the long term recovery effort from the events of the Erskine Fire. For any questions, please call 760-205-9009.

Suspect arrested for mail theft involving local area On February 10, at approximately 3:20 p.m., deputies from the Ridgecrest Substation responded to a report of a mail theft in progress in the Inyokern area. The reporting party provided the Sheriff's Office with the suspect's description and the description of the vehicle he was driving. Deputies recognized the description of the suspect and used this information to locate Steven O'Reilly, 30 years old. O'Reilly, who had three felony warrants for his arrest and is on probation, was located at a residence in the 6600 block of Las Flores Avenue in Inyokern. O'Reilly was found inside the residence hiding under a pile of clothing, and was arrested after he resisted arrest. The vehicle O'Reilly was driving was located on the property, which was found to be a reported stolen vehicle from Ridgecrest. During the investigation, deputies located over 500 pieces of stolen mail inside the vehicle, belonging to over 230 victims from the areas of Bakersfield, Ridgecrest, Inyokern, Lake Isabella, Weldon, Wofford Heights, and Caliente. Deputies sorted through the mail and found over 40 tax documents, including W2 and 1099 tax forms and packages belonging to multiple mail theft victims. O'Reilly was positively identified by the reporting party as the suspect who removed mail from nearby mailboxes and driving the stolen vehicle. O'Reilly was booked at the Kern County Sheriff's Office Central Receiving Facility for charges of possession of a stolen vehicle, committing mail theft, resisting arrest, and his outstanding warrants. Ridgecrest deputies are presently working with the U.S. Postal Inspector's Office and the District Attorney's Office regarding this case.

Read Across America Day to celebrate young reading United Way of Kern County volunteers will join millions of their peers across the country to celebrate Read Across America Day on Thursday, March 2. Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on March 2, the birthday of beloved children's author Dr. Seuss. "We hope to instill a love for books in children by celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday," said Rachel Hoetker, UWKC's Early Childhood Development Program Manager. She continued, "Taking the time to read to a child, and making it fun, is a great investment in that child's success."

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raccoons, and skunks. The traps I use are called 'Have a Heart' because when caught in the trap, critters are not hurt. The one cat I caught I released on the spot and was he mad! He went about 10 feet, arched his back, hissed at me and went over the bank and into the empty lot below. I know I am straying from my adventures with ground squirrels but it's all part of the story. Below our lot is a huge bush maybe 30 x 30 feet and 10 feet high and I believe that every animal known to man lives there and then comes up onto my lot to eat and dig holes. We tried something new last week after the cave-in episode; we had this huge jar of habanera pepper marinade which was almost hot enough to melt the glass it was stored in. I took that jar with intensely hot sauce and poured it into 4 ground squirrel holes. The next day I did see a ground squirrel with his head stuck in the water bowl with marinade smeared on his nose. So far this year I have trapped 6 ground squirrels and still they come. My yard is a breeding ground for the little rodents. All the ones I trap I put in the back of my truck and travel far from civilization up river and release them. My greatest fear is that they are probably building an army and plan to march on me in some near distant future.

Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired security manager for Pacific Bell.

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It's a really important step to commit to reading your Bible regularly for a short period, maybe a few weeks. It's a great way to get started, but you should never leave it there. Jesus said, "If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine" (John 8:31b NASB). It's the long-term commitment to learning from Jesus and his Word that makes us his disciples. How do you continue in the Word and stay connected with Jesus through his Word for the long term? ■ 1. Make the decision to do it. It starts with your commitment. Don't wait for a better time to make God's Word a regular part of your life. Start your commitment today. ■ 2. Make a declaration. Announce your intentions to others. Hold yourself accountable. If you keep your commitment to God a secret, it's easier to slip up. ■ 3. Make a determination. Don't allow anything to knock you off your commitment. Be absolutely determined to make this a permanent habit in your life, particularly in the early months. If you start skipping

days, it'll be much harder to stay committed to God's Word. ■ 4. Double up. Get a spiritual partner to come alongside you for support and encouragement. This is someone with whom you can share what you learn in your quiet times. It could be someone in your small group, a friend, or a family member. The Bible says, "Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed" (Ecclesiastes 4:9 NLT). Spending time with God should be a lifelong habit, not a passing fancy. Research shows you need to do something for about six weeks straight to build a habit. Make God's Word part of your life today - and for the rest of your life.

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Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey 1. IIs the book of Lamentations in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Daniel 5, who was holding a feast for 1,000 guests when handwriting appeared on the wall? Job, Belshazzar, Hagar, Hanun 3. Where did Jesus cause demons to go out of two men into a herd of pigs? Appii, Assos, Damascus, Gadarenes 4. Who used unfair labor practices at his brick-making establishment? Pharaoh, Silas, Joash, Jonathan 5. What did Nebuchadnezzar dream of that reached into heaven? Tree, River, Ladder, Rope 6. Who fasted 40 days and nights after being fed by an angel? Darius, Paul, Elijah, Ahab

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His kneel is real Chris Wenzel Courier Columnist Recently, I had the great joy and honor of traveling to Israel and experience the Bible like I have never before. One of the places I visited was Caesarea Wenzel Maritima. It was a massive port city located along the Mediterranean Sea, built by King Herod the Great in honor of Caesar. Herod himself lived here in an impressive palace that he built along the water's edge. Standing among the ruins, I could get a sense of just how big and important of a place it was. It was said to have rivaled the city of Pompeii in Italy. Probably the most interesting and significant story in the Bible that took place in Caesarea Maritima was the conversion of Cornelius. The story is found in Acts 10. This moment in Scripture is significant because this is the first time the gospel would be preached to a Gentile. As a result, millions of non-Jewish people have been exposed to the good news of Jesus Christ! God was strategic in his planning, because this city was populated mostly by Gentiles. But more importantly, this city connected Rome to the entire Middle East and surrounding cities of the Mediterranean Sea. Thousands of people could potentially be exposed to the Gospel, and take it to the farthest reaches of the world! There are other important points I pull from this story.

First, prayer played an integral part in both Peter and Cornelius' life. These men were consistent in praying, to the point that they knew God was speaking to them. The more consistently we pray, the easier it becomes to recognize God speaking to us. So much so, that God can be as specific with us as Peter and Cornelius. Secondly, value others above yourself. We know that Peter knew Jesus, yet as a devout Jewish man he was also obedient to certain Jewish laws. God was about to change that up! Peter, after seeing a vision of certain animals that he was told to eat that were forbidden, he is summoned to go to a house of a Gentile. This is also forbidden, yet knowing that God was calling, he went without hesitation. Gentiles were pagan worshippers, and considered unclean and impure people. Yet, God was already softening and humbling Peter's heart for His purpose. Just staying in the home of a tanner, Peter was considered unclean since Simon worked with dead animals. Peter could have refused, but at what great cost? Who is God calling you to reach out to? Lastly, the Holy Spirit does the work. Peter shared his own personal experiences with Jesus, and his own eyewitness account, but the Holy Spirit did the work of bringing understanding. Don't be afraid to share your own experiences with Jesus, because you will be surprised by what the Holy Spirit can do. It all begins on your knees! Christopher Wenzel is pastor of Canyon Hills-Kern River Valley (Formerly New Life Assembly of God)

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■ 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 11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m ■ 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 10:30 a.m. & Thursday 6 p.m. 760-376-6402 ■ Faith Community North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 10 and 11:15 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 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 Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Salvation Army The local national affiliate Mon. 9 a.m.-1p.m. 6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-5100. ■ 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. ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 7 p.m. Wednesday 760-549-3186

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■ 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 8:30 a.m. 760-378-2321

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Ranger District to conduct pile burning operations The Kern River Ranger District is planning to conduct pile burning operations, as weather, and air quality conditions permit, starting Wednesday, February 15. Locations: ■ Recreation sites along the Upper Kern River above Kernville (Mountain 99), starting at Fairview Campground and working south towards Kernville. ■ Alder Creek Campground in the Greenhorn Mountains. ■ Along the Shirley Loop Road in the Greenhorn Mountains. ■ Pile burning may also be conducted on several administrative sites. The projects have a planned completion date of April 1.

AARP 55 Alive driver safety program scheduled The Next AARP Driver Safety Program will be held March 1st, Wednesday (an all day class) from 8 a.m. to 5 pm at the Kern River Valley Historical Society Annex (across the street from the museum at 49 Big Blue Rd., Kernville) Participants must attend the entire day. The course does not involve driving, but does emphasize safe driving procedures for older drivers. In California, a certificate of course completion usually entitles the participant to a reduction in their auto insurance for three years following the date of the class. To learn more, or to enroll, call instructor Gene Verbeet at 760-417-0579. Fees are $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Class size is limited.

Historical Society to host Forest District Ranger U.S Forest District Ranger Al Watson will be the guest speaker at the Kern Valley Historical Society general meeting on Tuesday February 28 at 7 p.m. Watson will discuss the multiple opportunities and challenges the Forest Service encounters here in the Kern River District of the Sequoia National Forest and will inform us regarding the many and varied challenges that he and the Forest Service staff have been involved with in the Kern River Valley, including the Dam Safety Modification Project and the timber mortality condition of the Sequoia National Forest. Watson will also tell us more from his standpoint on last the 2016 wild fires. Watson will welcome questions the audience might have. The program will be at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Refreshments will be served.

Parenting and school readiness needs discussed Please join First 5 Kern staff and your trusted leaders on Thursday March 23 to discuss the needs of young children in your community. For the last 15 years, First 5 has funded health, parenting and school readiness programs serving children from birth to age 5. Come to this planning meeting at the Lake Isabella Senior Center at 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. and share your thoughts about these programs, ask questions or to voice any concerns about the needs of children in your community. Refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP to 760-379-2556 by March 16.

Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist Whiskey Flat Days reminded us of our past. The gun slingers, the shoot outs in the streets are all part of the heritage of the Old West. Back then, liv- Thal ing to age 50 was considered old, if the toil of life didn't take you sooner. If you did get sick or injured, medical science was in its infancy and in the growing west, "doc" had about as much education as possibly a high school graduate has today, and it was not in the medical sciences, as they were just emerging. Nursing just started in the 1870's. Doctors were paid by barter. How many chickens to fix a leg? Today, chickens, or even a side of beef won't work. Cash is king, and it takes plenty of it to access care. The good news is that age 50 is now "middle age" and 90 or even one hundred is "old". But what is our future? Life expectancy will be a slower growth, and might even come to a standstill. The new Trump administration campaigned on immediately getting rid of the current "Affordable Care Act" system known as ObamaCare and replace it with something new and better. It is much easier to say in a campaign than do in office. There are so many moving parts to the legislation and the regulations that followed. The Medicaid program (Medi-Cal here in California) was expanded to cover more people with low incomes.

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If the ACA were terminated, would they be without coverage? Would hospital funding be restored to provide for the indigent? Then there are the insurance plans. Many have withdrawn from health coverage, with several more companies closely looking at leaving in 2018 as they are suffering losses. With access of coverage for all during the "Open Enrollments", anyone with medical issues can obtain insurance. So, pay a few hundred a month, get the surgery for tens of thousands, and then feel better and drop the plan? During the last Open Enrollment, over 9 million Americans joined an insurance plan, even with the uncertainty of plan survival. How many will be rushing to doctors to get needed care? And what of the doctors? The sole practice is fading quickly from the scene, and primary care doctors are in short supply. Fewer are accepting patients from ACA plans, as the reimbursements are less than overhead. The Republican Congress and White house has their challenges. We all recognize the current system can't survive, the prior system left too many citizens without care, and a future system will need to address the cost of care while satisfying the needs of the providers and the public. Looks like a good time to eat some chicken before I need to pay my next doctor's bill. 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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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Moana” (PG) - Disney's latest fairy-tale adventure puts a chieftain's daughter (so technically not a princess) on an ocean-faring adventure to restore the heart of a Pacific goddess. Moana (voiced by teenage newcomer Auli'i Cravalho) is accompanied by a rooster sidekick and the scene-stealing presence of Maui (Dwayne Johnson), a once-powerful demigod with solid comedic timing and delivery. Moana has some depth -- she's not looking for a charming chieftain's son -- and the movie's not afraid to explore those depths. Disney's old magic is back and clearly on display: Veteran directors Ron Clements and John Musker ("Aladdin," "Little Mermaid") bring expert knowledge of the genre and build on their past successes. Lin Manuel Miranda ("Hamilton") doing the music was an obvious choice, and a wise one. “Jackie” (R) - In the aftermath of JFK's assassination, Jacqueline (Natalie Portman) finds herself in a storm that only seems to expand. Centered around a Time magazine interview about a week after the shooting, Jackie has a chance to get some grip on the narrative while giving her account to a journalist (Billy Crudup). Beyond raising her children and processing massive amounts grief, Jackie also has to contend with the political maneuvering going on around her

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and reflected in Robert Kennedy's own grief (Peter Skaarsgard). It all really rides on Portman's performance, and she handles it with great talent. Jackie's emotions can gallop across her face while she keeps composure. Her poise is important to people, even if nobody could blame the most camera-ready woman the Western world for slipping. “The Eyes of My Mother” (R) - This black-and-white genretwisting artistic horror film manages to send surprises and shivers through the screen. Francesca (Kika Magalhaes) learns from her mother all about human anatomy, the dangers of loneliness and how not to be queasy around guts. One day, their remote farmhouse is attacked by a stranger, who is then strung up by the vengeful father. The chained man becomes Francesca's first victim -- her first "friend." Things spiral as the young Francesca becomes more prolific and disturbing. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

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(760) 376-1409 (909) 851-4489 Mon. thru Sat., Sun. by Appointment 11006 Kernville Rd.#2 Kernville, CA 93238 www.designsbyerin.org

Cheryl’s Diner Open 7:00am Breakfast Served All Day Patio Dining 11030 Kernville Road Kernville

760-376-6131

16 Tobias Street, Kernville

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117 Williams St. Wofford Heights

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Owners John & Peggy Pollard

Thrift Store Boutique 760-376-4723 www.northforktreasures.org

All proceeds from your generous donations benefit animal rescue 501 (c)3 non-profit corporation

“Come in and visit our store... houseplants, We r! unique gifts e Deliv and more!”

Petal Pusher Plus Lake Isabella Florist We are the only Full-Service, AllOccasion Florist in the Kern River Valley 6040 Lake Isabella Blvd. Ste. A, Lake Isabella 760-379-4100 petalpusherplus@ymail,com petalpusherplus.com

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FEED BARN GROOMING Dianne Storm Owner

Dog Grooming • Boarding Kennel Pet Supplies 2100 Edith Street Lake Isabella, CA

760-379-4311

Oil Changes while you wait! Brakes - Belts - Hoses Clutches, Differentials, Adjust - Exchange - Repair 5300 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella

760-379-8578

Plumbing Repair/Drain Cleaning Heating & Air Conditioning Lic#947996

• Free Estimates • Free Advice • 24/ 7 Day Service

760-614-0702 24/7 Service

Mary - Owner 760-223-6020

Lic. #00982861

www.AblePm.com Lake Isabella 2 bedroom/1 bath House with Garage. Tile flooring throughout. Kitchen & Dining are open with Stove. Woodstove, A/C, large privacy Fence & Storage Shed. 1 small dog ok. ALL ELECTRIC. TRASH PAID. Erskine Creek Water. $695 rent/$700 dep. Lake Isabella Commercial These Offices can be rented separately or can be combined: • 609 sq.ft. Office Space, 1 bathroom, Trash Paid, $450 rent/$400 dep. ...455 sq.ft. Office Space, 1 bathroom, Trash Paid, $375 rent/$400 dep. 6435 Lake Isabella Blvd (Post Office Center)

Wofford Heights Blue Jay Trailer Park Space rental only - includes water and trash - $250/mo. Lake Isabella 2bd/2ba unit, newly updated, water/trash included, laundry h/u, 1 car attached garage, fenced patio area. Rent $750/mo. Squirrel Valley 3bd/2ba home, beautiful views, vaulted ceiling, 2 car garage, large fully fenced yard. Rent $1275/mo. Onyx 3bd/2ba home, fully enclosed sunroom, large layout, 2 car attached garage, with fully fenced yards, on 2 lots. MUST SEE! Rent $1100/mo.

760-379-5479

License #01986312

Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 3pm

6505 Wofford Blvd., #3

Lake Isabella - Now Move In Special 2bd/2ba refurbished MH w/2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ park. $644/mo or rent to own w/good credit. Call (760) 379-2092 for details. ____________________________ Lake Isabella - 2bd/1ba refurbished MH w/2 car carport, patio/deck, in nice 55+ park. $544/mo. or rent to own w/good credit. Call (760) 379-2092. ____________________________

Kernville-Hi Ho Senior Mobile Home Park, 11901 Sierra Way, 2bd/2ba apartment, $470/mo + dep. & utilities, no pets. 760-376-2671 ___________________________ Kernville Cottage for Rent 2br, 1ba, $700 a month w/1 year. lease. No pets. For application call (760) 223-0544.

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"Maintenance Service" Electrical • Plumbing • Painting Yard Work • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Tractor Work Sprinkler Systems Warner H. Hitch/owner PO Box 1267 Weldon 760-378-3228 Cell: 760-223-2963

Interior / Exterior Residential / Commercial Quality Products Professional Service Competitive Prices

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Serving the KRV for over 16 years

760-378-3000

We accept all major Credit Cards

Rental in Squirrel Valley, $500/mo. 1 bedroom, fully furnished, all utilities, Internet and cable paid. Credit check. No pets. Non (323) 702-3753. ____________________________ 1 bedroom mobile home for rent. New roof, fenced, washer/dryer, ac, first and last, $450/mo. 760379-0061.

Wofford Heights - Sites available in quiet 55+ park, with lake views, laundry facilities & fish house. $300/mo. includes water & trash, call Terry @ 760549-9260.

Services

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LARRY SCHUPPAN’S Garage Doors and Openers New Sales & Repairs (760) 417-2806

Lake Isabella Precision Tax

JOSIE PETERSON MOBILE BUSINESS SERVICES Tax Preparation/Gen. Typing - I COME TO YOU (760) 549-9022 ___________________________

Firewood - Pine & Oak Also do weedeating, trash hauling, chimney sweeping, tree trimming & car towing. Call Chris - 760-417-1824 ___________________________

KNIFE SALE 831-334-3466 Wofford Heights ‘No Minors’

Mark’s Mobile Computer Repair

We Travel to Your Location Repairs-UpGrades-Tuneups Networking-Troubleshooting Mark Armstrong/Owner-Operator

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Fastest Refunds Free E-Filing Free Quotes Individual, Corp., Partners 5105 B Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-379-1300 ___________________________ PAUL’S POOL SERVICE

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Wanted Mark Blackstone’s

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(760) 417-0805

Serving the Kern Valley since 1999

Ray’s Painting & Decorating Interior/Exterior Painting Wall Coverings Lowest Rates in the KRV 760-417-9797 • 760-378-2097 ___________________________

I buy Lots & Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs. Call Bert - (760) 964-2514

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: CHINA LAKE MART (2017-B0621), 207 N. China Lake Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA 9355. Mailing address: 29156 Oak Creek Rd., Menifee, CA 92584. REGISTRANTS: BALSAM HATMAL HADDADIN, 29156 Oak Creek Rd., Menifee, CA 92584. 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: Balsam Haddadin. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/26/2017 and expires 01/26/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2017.

Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: PHD MOTOR COMPANY (2017-B0361), DBA #2: PHDMC (2017-B0362), DBA #3: PHD MOTOR CO (2017-B0363), 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address: 785 Tucker Rd. Suite G #213, Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANTS: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. 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: Hilda Jimenez, Secretary. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/13/2017 and expires 01/13/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2017.

ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: TCS (2016B0639) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017.

ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BEAR VALLEY SPRINGS AUTO SALES (2015-B7364) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BEST VALUE AUTO SALES (2016-B0642) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BV AUTO SALES (2016-B0641) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BVS AUTO SALES (2015-B7363) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of

ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: BVSAS (2015-B7365) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017.

ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: TRUST CAR SALES (2016-B0637) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: TRUST VEHICLE SALES (2016-B0638) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: TVS (2016B0640) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 01/29/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: VEHICLE REG SERVICE (2015-B7360) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: VEHICLE REGISTRATION SERVICE (2015-B7361) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA

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For Sale or Lease • 20 ac., center of Lake Isabella, many uses • Two 1 1/4 ac. view lots Kernville, water & power, zoned estate • One C-1 lot in town Lake Isabella Call 760-417-0876

4,600 sq. ft., luxury home with 1,000 sq. ft. guest house (both furnished) on 7.5 acres. 2,100 sq. ft. toy barn. 360º views, salt water pool. owc(760) 417-0876

Mobiles For Sale I buy Mobile Homes Cash - 24 Hrs. Call Bert - (760) 964-2514 ___________________________ _ Need Nothing - Move In Ready 2bd/2ba dble wide MH in nice Lake Isabella 55+ park, w/2 car carport, patio/deck. $22k cash or rent to own w/good credit. Call (760) 379-2092.

Need to Sell Your House Fast? I buy Houses & Mobile Homes With Land - Cash Today Call Harvey - (760) 304-8554

Commercial Space Kernville - two warehouse/shop buildngs for lease • one 1,500 sq ft-$600/mo •one 3,700 sq ft-$1,200/mo (2,000 sq ft main level w/1,700 sq ft loft) 760-417-9330

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93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: VRS (2015B7362) Street address of business: 26900 Bear Valley Rd. #4, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Mailing address of Business: 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: IAT ORGANIZATION, INC., 30951 Pinedale Dr. Tehachapi, CA 93561. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 12/21/2015. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 01/13/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by J. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier February 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2017. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MELVIN LEE MITCHENER aka MEL MITCHENER BPB-17-002076 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of MELVIN LEE MITCHENER aka MEL MITCHENER. A PETITION for Probate has been filed by: CHRISTINE DOCHTERMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of KERN. THE PETITION for Probate requests that CHRISTINE DOCHTERMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent's will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 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: March 16, 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 four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in section 9100 of the California Probate Code. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. 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 of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in section 1250 of the California Probate Code. 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: February 17, 24, and March 3, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-02840-CA, A.P.N.: 029-052-02-00, Property Address: 1831 1st Street, Wasco, CA 93280. PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), 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 01/26/2006. 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: James V Beasley, An Unmarried Man. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 02/06/2006 as Instrument No. 0206030462 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 03/08/2017 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: $192,787.81. 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: 1831 1st Street, Wasco, CA 93280, A.P.N: 029-052-02-00. 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 $192,787.81. 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 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. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 Website http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices .aspx using the file number assigned to this case: 201602840-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 Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: January 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/DefaultM anagement/TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. 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 February 10, 17, and 24, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 16-0025 - APN: 223-110-15 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10-24-2014. 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. On March 8, 2017 at 12:00 pm, Elite Trust Deed Services, Inc., a California Corporation as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust recorded 10-292014, as Inst. No. 000214134262 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Kern County, State of California, Executed by Edward Leon Murray and Maryanne Murray, husband and wife as joint tenants, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) at: Outside the main entrance to the Wanda Kirk Library, 3611 Rosamond Blvd., Rosamond, CA 93560. ALL CASHIER'S CHECKS MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO ELITE TRUST DEED SERVICES, INC. All rights, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State. The southerly half of Lot 45. Sharer Investment Company's Tehachapi Red Apple Tract, as per map thereof recorded in Book 2 of Page 64, of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said County. Except the Westerly 332.24feet thereof. Excepting therefrom all oil, gas, other hydrocarbon substances and minerals of any kind or character, in, on or thereunder as reserved in deeds of records. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be Vacant land-directions may be obtained by written request 10 days of the first publication of this notice from: Elite Trust Deed Services, Inc. 554 West Lancaster Blvd. Lancaster, CA 93534. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said Sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated cost, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $70,750.30. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Date: February 2, 2017. Elite Trust Deed Services, Inc., As Trustee, 554 West Lancaster Boulevard, Lancaster, CA 93534, 661945-5525, Vickie Durham, Trustee Sale Officer 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 the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on the notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgages, 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 661-945-5525 using the file number 16-0025. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet web site. The best way to verify the postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. (Published by the Kern River Courier February 10, 17, and 24, 2017) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: AB TRUCKING (2017-B0540), 2824 Edna St., Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: PO Box 137, Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANTS: ALEXANDER SCOTT BRUNDAGE, 2824 Edna St., Lake Isabella, CA 93240; BRIANA MARIE BRUNDAGE, 2824 Edna St., Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as A Married Couple. 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: Alex Brundage. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/23/2017 and expires 01/23/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier February 10, 17, 24, and March 3, 2017. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-02969-CA, A.P.N.: 533-052-04-00, Property Address: 11102 Pocono Way, Bakersfield, CA 93306. PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), 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 01/10/2006. 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: CHARLES CONTRERAS AND NORA CONTRERAS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 01/13/2006 as Instrument No. 0206010906 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 03/17/2017at 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: $384,425.56. 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: 11102 Pocono Way, Bakersfield, CA 93306, A.P.N: 533-052-04-00. 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 $384,425.56. 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 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. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 Website http://www.altisource .com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeS ervices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2016-02969-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 Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: January 30, 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/Default Management/TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. 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 February 17, 24, and March 3, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-02996-CA, A.P.N.: 204-043-02-00, Property Address: 19672 Neuralia Road, California City, CA 93505. PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), 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 08/23/2005. 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: Henry A. Affeldt Jr, AND Karen M. Affeldt, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 08/31/2005 as Instrument No. 0205238020 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 03/22/2017at 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: $137,438.55. 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: 19672 Neuralia Road, California City, CA 93505, A.P.N: 204-043-02-00. 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 $137,438.55. 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 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. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more

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Mayor, Continued from page 1 have nothing better to play poker on than a couple of whiskey barrels and a plank, that's fine and dandy if yer ol' prospectors mining gold out of the Kern River or hunting for diamonds. But we're talking about the old and the infirm." Sue' thinks they deserve better. She had nothing better to do while there, so was forced to join in a couple a poker games. "Why folks I couldn't even see the hand I was dealt fr' the

sun was shining in my one good eye due to the pitiful excuse for window coverings they had. They was nothing but flour sax from the ol' A. Brown store tacked up with glue made from Hafenfeld's hoofs right out of the South Fork. 'Sarsaparilla Sue' fulfilled her promise to not only to entertain but also to raise the funds to get this revamping project started. Even to her own detriment as the new set of choppers she ordered back in Georgia are still sitting on a shelf. She will put

her own vanities on hold to steal bribe and lie her way into the hearts and wallets of all the fine folks of Whiskey Flat. Seeger raised $15,193 for the Skilled Nursing Facility. She also had some donated bribes, and one of those was drawn for the $500 prize, which was also donated back to the facility. She is still raffling a 2016 Honda TRX250 quad at $100 a ticket. Only 100 tickets will be sold and the raffle will take place when the last tickets are sold. Those proceeds will also return to the Skilled Nursing Facility.

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sponds to about 7,300 emergencies, admits Continued from page 1 about 600 inpatients per year. It also serves 68 resiabout 7,000 are registered dents in its skilled nursing voters. Last election, only facility. about 2,000 voted. If that Gordon states that the trend continues, it will cost for the five phases of only take about 1,350 peoimprovement will be $32.2 ple to pass the measure. million. The first The $138 District three phases should tax will apply to The District serves the residents be completed in the each of the 15,000 next five or six years. real property within a 400 square mile area that parcels in the extends from the Kern County line The improvements include the emerDistrict, whether north of Riverkern, east to Walker there is a structure Pass, south to Caliente and west to gency department, the main entrance, on it or not. Derr Alta Sierra. lobby and admitting pointed out the 51 the emergency percent of the property payroll for two weeks and owners affected do not from tax revenue. response laboratory, the live here and do not have Because Kern Valley is a radiology/CT/mammogthe right to vote, but will "critical access hospital," raphy/ultrasound departand the be taxed if the bill passes. it receives 101 percent of ment The District serves the its costs from Medi-Cal Medical/Surgical wing. KVHD has received residents within a 400 and Medicare. square mile area that But that does not cover approval for a $28 million extends from the Kern payroll and other expens- USDA loan for remodel, County line north of es. Kern Valley Hospital is contingent upon passage Riverkern, east to Walker the largest employer in of a public funding measPass, south to Caliente the Valley and they boast ure to repay the 40-year and west to Alta Sierra. that they have no mini- loan. The hospital board of The funds from this levy mum wage jobs. The paywill all go to a hospital roll is about $400,000 directors will vote on fund that will be moni- every two weeks, making March 1 whether to place tored by an oversight them a local economic this measure on the June 6 committee comprised of engine. It currently re- ballot.

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local citizens. Derr explained that Kern Valley Hospital currently receives the least amount of tax revenue of any health care district in the state. The district receives $266,000 per year, or one half of the

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Legals, Continued from page 1 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 Website http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2016-02996-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 Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: January 26, 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/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. 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 February 24, March 3, and 10, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-02615-CA, A.P.N.: 515-144-03-00-0, Property Address: 4409 Mattnick Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93313. PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), 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 06/02/2005. 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: Damacio Diaz, an unmarried man. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 06/09/2005 as Instrument No. 02051488426 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 03/22/2017at 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: $194,149.68. 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: 4409 Mattnick Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93313, A.P.N: 515-144-03-00-0. 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 $194,149.68. 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 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. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/Trus teeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2016-02615CA. 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 Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: January 27, 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 For Non-

automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. 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 February 24, March 3, and 10, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-03543-CA, A.P.N.: 014-070-13-00, Property Address: 422 Monterey Street, Bakersfield, CA 93711. PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), 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 12/20/2004. 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: Monica Lynn Poindexter, A Married Woman. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Recorded 01/05/2005 as Instrument No. 0205002197 in Book ---, Page --- of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Kern County California. Date of Sale: 03/24/2017at 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: $228,426.06. 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: 422 Monterey Street, Bakersfield, CA 93711, A.P.N: 014-07013-00. 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 $228,426.06. 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 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. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale, the opening bid may be less than the total debt. 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 Website http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/Default Management/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case: 2015-03543-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 Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: February 3, 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 For Nonautomated Sale Information, call: (866) 240-3530. 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 February 24, March 3, and 10, 2017) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: MY THERAPY HOUSE (2017-B0750), 12232 Mountain Mesa Rd., Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753, Bodfish, CA 93205. REGISTRANTS: PATRICIA MARIA ARELLANO, 20 Park Way, Bodfish, CA 93205. Date the business commenced: 01/31/2017. 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: Patricia Maria Arellano. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 01/31/2017 and expires 01/31/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, AuditorController-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier February 24, March 3, 10, and 17, 2017.