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Accuweather reports that the clouds we experienced this week will likely be gone next week, but temperatures will remain in the mid 90's Monday and Tuesday and around 100 Wednesday and Thursday with plenty of sunshine all week. with no real heat wave relief in sight.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Day Celebrated August 4

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Michael Batelaan Courier Yum As the late Jim Hensen’s Muppet character Cookie Monster would say “Cookie, cookie, cookie starts with ‘C’. Also chocolate chip cookie all start with ‘C’. On Friday we celebrate National Chocolate Cookie Day. No one knows for sure who founded this holiday. The famous treats were born thanks to a woman named Ruth Wakefield. The talented baker was the owner of a tourist's

Fire prevention fees still due in full Venus Stromberg, CDTFA Courier Money Property owners who owe fire prevention fees are still required to make payment for fiscal years 2011-12 through 2016-17. Passage of the bipartisan cap and trade bill, Assembly Bill 398, suspended the fire prevention fee going forward, but does not impact existing fire prevention fee obligations. Effective July 1, AB 398 suspends fire prevention fee billings starting with fiscal year 2017-18. Bills issued to property own-

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Concert series begins Situation Down by August 2017

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■ USACE continues construction on the USFS Admin/Warehouse building, USFS Fire Station, and temporary construction trailer campus. Construction of each facility is expected to complete in October, October, and July 2017, respectively. ■ USACE continues the Phase II Dams and Spillways contracting

The Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation's 2017 River Rhythms is each Friday this August in Kernville's Riverside Park. This is the sixth year of the series, and it is always free and open to the public.

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ers for prior fiscal years 2011-12 through 2016-17, that have not been paid, are still owed. Some property owners may still receive bills for past fiscal years if new information is received that the fee was owed and not previously billed. In this case, the bills for past fiscal years will have due dates after July 1, 2017, and if not paid in a timely manner, may have penalties and interest assessed. If a property owner has been billed for the fire prevention fee and has not previously paid the fee, the passage of AB 398 does not change the amount owed. These bills must still be paid either

online or by sending payment to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, formerly the Board of Equalization. If you pay the fee by check, make it payable to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration and mail it to: Special Taxes and Fees Remittance Processing, California Department of

process, with a contract award expected by the end of fall 2017. ■ USACE continues to work with the Kern River Watermaster and downstream water users to maintain the lake's water levels below the restricted pool and accommodate runoff from snowmelt. ■ USACE held public meetings for Supplemental Environmental Assessment #6 (SEA #6) addressing modifications to SR155 at the French Gulch recreation area. All public comments requesting a federal response must be emailed or postmarked to USACE by August 15, 2017. Comments can be emailed to: Tyler.M.Stalker@usa ce.army.mil or mailed to: 1325 J Street Room 1513, Sacramento, Caliornia, 95814. Once the SR155 turn lane design for French

Gulch is complete, a contract will be solicited for construction of the SR155 turn lane. Solicitation is anticipated in fall 2017. ■ USACE anticipates conducting negotiations with Southern California Edison for the Borel canal easement through the Auxiliary Dam. ■ Construction on SR155 will create traffic delays near the French Gulch recreation area in late 2017/early 2018 and near the Main Dam starting in 2018. USACE will provide updates on expected impacts via public outreach, the monthly SITREP, and the Isabella Task Force. ■ P re - c o n s t r u c t i o n engineering and design is complete. The construction of the USFS facilities began in the fall of 2016 and continue through 2022.

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There has been a lot of coughing and crying in the Kern River Valley this week, due to a series of fires. The smallest fire, at Boulder Gulch campground in Lake Isabella occurred on Friday. Kern County Fire Department reported that 30 personnel were assigned to the fire and no injuries were reported and no structures were threatened. The cause of the fire is under investigation. The Garden Fire erupted on Sunday, near the end of the freeway in the vicinity of China Garden day use. It started at 350 acres but grew to 1,350 by Wednesday morning. Kern County Fire Department originally responded with 138 personnel, and the fire was under Unified Command with U.S Forest Service and Kern County Fire Department, but the incident was transferred to the Southern

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Friday high 100° Sunny and hot Friday low 71° Partly cloudy Saturday high 101° Sunny and hot Saturday low 74° Clear and warm Sunday high 94° Sunny Sunday low 66° Clear Accuweather.com

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water data: Wednesday, 9 a.m. Storage, Isabella Reservoir 282,615 acre-feet 2017 Reservoir peak 357,394 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Restricted pool imit 361,250 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 1,302 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 2,023 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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■ River Rhythms August 4 The Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation presents the 2017 River Rhythms in Kernville's Riverside Park. This week hear the Kern River Band, local country style music. Free and open to the public. ■ Camp Nelson Mountain Festival August 5 and 6 Fun for the whole family in the mountain air of Camp Nelson Meadow. Games, bounce house, arts and crafts, food, barbeque, music and more. Call Michelle Ray, 559-542-2551 for more information. ■ Eagles Lodge dinner fundraiser August 5 The Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 3156 ribeye steak dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. and karaoke 7 p.m. until done. Tickets $13 presale and $16 at the door. The Lodge is at 12251 Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Call 760-379-3394. ■ Mystery lantern tour and ghost hunt August 5 The tour lead by J. Paul Corlew starts at 8 p.m. to 10:30. Tickets are $20. Cash only the night of the event or by credit card at 760379-5146 ahead of the event. The Ghost Town is located at 3829 Lake Isabella Blvd. Bodfish.

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. (2nd Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. Karaoke @7 p.m. Fraternal Order of Eagles, open to public, 12251 Hwy 178 Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

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. ■ 4 p.m. Sex Addicts Anonymous (Mens). KV Alano Club 4030 Perdue Ave. Lake Isabella. 760-514-6883.

Mondays

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

Tuesdays

■ 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. ■ 4:50 p.m. (2nd & 4th Tue.), Erskine Fire Support Group Faith Community Church 20 W. Panorama Dr. Wofford Heights. 760-205-9009. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-379-5552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272. ■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ Library book sale August 7 and 8 The Friends of the Library will be holding book sales once a month on the second Tuesday of each month from 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. ■ Lake Isabella Bodfish Property Owner's, August 8 The Lake Isabella and Bodfish Property Owner's Assoc. next General Membership meeting is at the Senior Center at 6 p.m. Chris Horgan, Stewards of the Sequoia, is the guest speaker. The public is invited to attend this meeting for a Power Point presentation. ■ River Rhythms August 11 The Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation presents the 2017 River Rhythms in Kernville's Riverside Park. This week hear the band you loved at Whiskey Flat Days, 82 Deluxe, country and rock. Free and open to the public. ■ Moose Back to School event August 12 Children Kindergarten through 12th grade are invited to the Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake

Wednesdays

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

Thursdays

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

Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella, from 9 a.m. to noon for school supplies including backpacks, paper, pencils, locks and more, first come, first served. There will be free haircuts for all children and free eyebrow waxing for 8th to 12 graders. For more information, call the Moose at 760-379-2514. ■ KRV Elks Kids Carnival August 12 The KRV Elks 11th annual "Kids Back to School Carnival" is from 10 a.m. to noon. School age 5 to 13 or Kindergarten through 8th grade will get free backpacks loaded with school supplies. Plus games, face painting and free hot dog or hamburger for kids. ■ Emergency Food Assistance August 12 Community Action Partnership of Kern Food Bank (CAPK Food Bank is continuing to distribute Drought Emergency Food Assistance in addition to its regular food distribution in Lake Isabella from 9 to 11 a.m. at 3628 Suhre Street, Lake Isabella. For information, contact agency relations technician Yazid Alawgarey at 661-398-4520. ■ Happy Feet Dance August 12 A dance for adults and children with special needs and their immediate families. Admission is free. This month's theme is Summertime Fun. Snacks and drinks. At Faith Community Church, 20 W. Panorama Wofford Heights. Call 760-812-1059 to RSVP by August 9 or on Facebook at Happy Feet Dance KRV if you can. ■ Fire Safe Council Meeting August 17 The Kern River Valley Fire Safe Council meets in the Supervisor's conference room, at 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Minutes of meeting will be posted to the KRV Fire Safe Council Facebook page. ■ Senator Fuller, Congressman McCarthy office hours, August 17 The office hours will be held at the Kern River Valley County Administrative Building from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. to facilitate communication between the representatives and the communities they serve. To schedule an appointment call Fuller's office at 661-3230443 or McCarthy's office 661-327-3611. ■ River Rhythms August 18 The Kern River Valley Education and Cultural Foundation presents the 2017 River Rhythms in Kernville's Riverside Park. This week dance to the reggae/ska sound of the Stoneflys. Free and open to the public. This event supports many worthwhile endeavors that benefit the Kern River Valley. ■ AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety August 19 The Next AARP Driver Safety Program will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 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. To learn more, or to enroll, call instructor Gene Verbeet at 760-417-0579. ■ Hazardous waste collection event August 19 The Kern County Special Waste Facility is coming to the Kern Valley transfer station from 9 a.m. to noon to collect residential hazardous waste. Waste includes: automotive, cleaning, medications, bulbs, sharps, paint and related products, pesticides/weed killers, and pool chemicals. Call 661 8628900, or visit kerncountywaste.com ■ Star Party August 19 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club is holding a Star Party starting at sunset at the Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville (look for the orange cones about 1 mile S of McNally's). Bring a lounge chair. Contact Rich Burdge at 760-376-6290 or email him at richburdge@aol.com. All events are subject to change. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received by 1 p.m. on Tuesday to make Friday’s issue. Calendar listing may be edited for space available. Items deemed general business advertising will not be accepted. Submit your information direct to office@kernrivercourier.com

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My first trophy controlled by a large clock, which declared the race should start when the big hand crossed zero. Now imagine if you will me in my third race surroundIt might be hard ed by 9 other boats all converging with for many of you that a speed of 60 mph. My boat was 10 feet know me to realize long and weighed 120 pounds, and the that there was a time motor was a 10 horse Mercury and had in my life when I was open exhaust ports whose noise added a lot more active to the excitement. than I am now. I was As I crossed the starting line wide reminded of that Middleworth open there I was on my knees, my left when a late evening hand holding the throttle and my right T.V. program came hand the steering wheel and spray was on about boat racing. everywhere. For me it all Amidst the noise started when we ...there I was on my knees, my and spray I lived in Vallejo, looked to my California and left hand holding the throttle and right and there while walking my right hand the steering wheel was one of my through a trailer and spray was everywhere. competitors court, I saw a man - Middleworth throwing spray building a boat. I and looking walked over and spent enough time with the builder that down the race course as was I. The I thought that I could also build one. driver was dressed in black with a Several years passed and I kept think- black helmet, and a black life vest and ing about that man and his boat. Then even had a black motor. As I looked at one day while reading Popular him he looked at me and grinned with Mechanics I saw the plans for a racing a toothless smile. We came to the first hydroplane. I knew that somehow I turning buoy and he crossed in front of could build a boat and race it. And I did! me throwing a solid sheet of water so I was living in Fresno and bought a dense I could hardly see. This battle racing motor and the seller threw in an lasted for 5 laps and at races end I old rickety boat. After entering a cou- placed 3rd. My first trophy! The guy in black with no teeth came ple of races I realized the boat I had built was not competitive. So I decided over, shook my hand, apologized for to fix up the boat that came with the wetting me down and complimented me on my trophy. This all happened in motor and see how that would work. Let me tell you about the day I got 1960 and I've never forgotten the boat, my first trophy! The race was in the motor, Burt Pluvoy and his toothless Port of Stockton and my racing class smile. And oh yes, my 3rd place trophy! was "B Stock Hydroplane". It had a top speed of about 60 mph and in my class Wofford Heights resident Rod that day there were 10 starters. We all Middleworth is a retired securitymanzeroed in on the starting line which was ager for Pacific Bell. Rod Middleworth Courier Columnist

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Free physicals for KHSD students offered Kern Medical will be offering free physicals for KHSD students on Saturday, August 5, 2017 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. The location of this event will be at Kern Medical's Columbus campus at 1111 Columbus Street, Suite 100. Kern Medical has provided over a thousand free physicals to the students of the KHSD in the last year. Fall sports conditioning and practice has started this week and in order to participate in athletics, a student must have a physical. The efforts of Kern Medical to provide this service have been met with much gratitude from the Kern High School District. Director of School Support Services, Stan Greene, extends his thanks, "Our students are very fortunate to have such invested community partners like Kern Medical. We can't thank them enough for the service that they provide our athletes." For additional information, please contact Stan Greene, Director of School Support Services or Kyle Wylie, Coordinator of School Support Services for the Kern High School District at 661-827-3281. Further information is available through the Kern High Network on Facebook and on Twitter: @KHSDAthletics.

AYSO Region 294 registration ending soon Registration for the 2017 AYSO Soccer season is continuing for the 2017 season, but teams will be formed soon so time is running short. They are especially looking for boys who are age 14-19 before December 31 of this year to play in the U16/19 division. They also still have a couple of openings in the U6/19 girls division as well. The cost to register is $95/player. You may pay for the full amount of registration by credit/debit card when you register. They will accept cash/check or partial credit/debit card payments, but special arrangements need to be made for this option. A minimum payment of $17.50/player is needed to complete registration. The soft registration deadline is August 11, so that they can form teams. Practices will begin shortly after this date once coaches have their teams. However, there will be no guarantee of team placement after August 11 if divisions are full. Games begin August 26. The last date for registration is August 31. AYSO Region 294 is also looking for coaches and referees for the upcoming soccer season. If you have any questions, if you are having registration problems, would like to ref or coach, or want more information, you may check out the website for more information, go to their Facebook page (facebook.com/KVAYSO294), email them at kernvalleysoccer@yahoo.com, or call/text 760-417-1700.

First annual Eagles Lodge fundraiser The Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 3156 will be having a ribeye steak dinner August 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. and karaoke with Richard from 7 p.m. until done. This event is open to the public. Tickets are $13 presale and $16 at the door. The Eagles Lodge is located at 12251Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Call 760-379-3394 for more information.

Camp Nelson 32nd Annual Mountain Festival Join the fun at the 32nd Annual Upper Tule Association Mountain Festival in the cool, fresh mountain air in Camp Nelson Meadow at the corner of Nelson Drive and Smith Drive. This two day festival on August 5 and 6 will feature entertainment for the entire family and admission is free. The event starts at 10 a.m. each day. There will be games to play for the kids, a children's bounce house, and kids' crafts to make. Beautiful arts and crafts will be on display and for sale along with plenty of good food. The Camp Nelson Volunteer Fire Department and the Camp Nelson Ambulance Association will have their equipment on display. Forest Service log sawing and Smokey the Bear will be there also. There will be singles and doubles horseshoe tournaments and volleyball both days. Live music will accompany the two day activities and a top block barbecue will be served on Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday's entertainment will be Jerry Hall and Trick Shot from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fire on the Mountain will play from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday's music will be Fire on the Mountain from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Friday night August 4 there will be a rib dinner starting at 5 p.m. The Upper Tule Association 's Mountain Festival is an equal opportunity service provider and is a permittee of the Giant Sequoia National Monument, Sequoia National Forest. Please leave your pets at home. If you need more information, call Michelle Ray, 559-542-2551.

Stewards of the Sequoia to speak The Lake Isabella and Bodfish Property Owner's Assoc. next General Membership Meeting is Tuesday, August 8 at the Senior Center at 6 p.m. and they are pleased to announce that Chris Horgan, Stewards of the Sequoia, is the guest speaker. The public is invited to attend this meeting and enjoy this Power Point presentation showing a lot of the projects undertaken by the Stewards. Also, mark your calendar for the September 12 LIBPOA meeting. An ice cream social will be held at the Senior Center starting at 5 p.m. Chocolate or strawberry sundaes and root beer floats will be available for $1. A general membership meeting will follow at 6 p.m. and the public is invited to attend. continued

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Back to School drive at Kern Valley Moose Lodge The Kern Valley Moose Lodge will be holding a Back to school event on Saturday August 12 from 9 a.m. to noon at their Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. They are seeking donations of backpacks, paper, pencils, highlighters, combination locks, and more or a donation to the Moose to help them purchase needed items. The event will be open to all from Kindergarten to 12th grade, and will be first come, first served. Kelsy from Val's Beauty Shoppe will be providing free back to school haircuts for all children and Kimi from Bethany and Company will provide 8th to 12th graders free eyebrow waxing. For more information, call the Moose at 760379-2514.

Elks Back to School drive announced The KRV Elks 11th annual "Kids Back to School Carnival" is Saturday, August 12 from 10 a.m. to noon. School age 5 to 13 or Kindergarten through 8th grade, will get free backpacks loaded with school supplies. We will also give vouchers for 100 pairs of shoes. There will be the usual games, balloon dart toss, cake walk, face painting, dime toss, and more. Free lunches of hot dogs and hamburgers for the kids (adults can buy a hot dog for $2 or a hamburger for $3, chips included). The Masons will be there to sign your children up with the child identification registry. Bring the kids out for a fun day and get them prepared for school at the same time. It's free!

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MaryAnn Baden August 20, 1933 to July 17, 2017 On Monday, July 17, 2017, GiGi Thornton (MaryAnn Baden) went home to our Father in Heaven. She was born in Dallas, Texas on August 20, 1933. As a proud Dallas native, she graduated from North Dallas High School in 1950. GiGi raised her 3 children and lived the majority of her life in the city she loved. Community service was always near and dear to her heart while also working full time. After a calling from the Lord, she took a leap of faith, and, acquired her nursing degree at 46 years old. In the healing field, GiGi thrived in serving others for the remainder of her career. In 1998, she met her "Honey", Dale Thornton, which would inspire her move to Kern Valley. It was a surprise to some who knew her, as a Texas City gal, to see how happy she was in rural Wofford Heights. GiGi enjoyed her time at the Arcade and the Elk's lodge, as well as, being a member of the LOE. She loved y'all and the mountains! In 2008, after Dale's passing, she relocated to Pflugerville, TX to be near her family. GiGi was a zesty, feisty lady, who was filled to the brim with authentic Texas charm, from her accent to her strength, as well as, her convictions to her joyful spirit. GiGi will be remembered for her love of people, wicked sense of humor, and her infectious smile. GiGi shared one request, that there never be a dash, between the two dates of her life. That space was to be a cross as the years between the dates were so much more than a dash. A celebration of GiGi's life will be held: August 19, 2017 at 2pm, First United Methodist Church Pflugerville, TX. In lieu of flowers, donations in GiGi's honor may be made to: The Christian Appalachian Project, christianapp.org. To share condolences go to neptunesociety.com/obituaries (search last name=baden) Death notices and obituaries with or without a picture are available for purchase in the Courier by calling 760-376-2860 during office hours weekdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or can be requested through your local mortuay.

Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Galatians in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From which book's 10:35 does Jesus say the scripture cannot be broken? Matthew, Mark, Luke, John 3. In order to see Jesus, Zacchaeus climbed what type tree? Fig, Carob, Sycamore, Cedar 4. From Matthew 17, what did Peter find with a coin in its mouth? Ram, Fish, Viper, Raven 5. In Mark 3:17, who were called "The Sons of Thunder"? James/John, Thomas/Judas, Peter/Andrew, Philip/Matthew 6. From Luke 8, Jesus caused swine to rush into what body of water? River Jordan, Dead Sea, Nile, Sea of Galilee 1) New; 2) John; 3) Sycamore; 4) Fish; 5) James/John; 6) Sea of Galilee

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Seraphim Marie Ould-Johnson Seraphim's love smiled in nearly every situation. God granted her almost 9 months of life here on earth and in that short time-you would not believe how much of an impact that baby had on all who knew her. Seraphim Marie OuldJohnson was born on October 1, 2016. She loved to smile, she was content with everything around her, and she took naps often. Church was her second home. Our darling red head lit up the world, and saved our lives in many ways. Baby Seraphim got called to her true home on June 23, 2017. We have her ashes here on earth, her memories fresh in our hearts and her soul perfect in God's arms. She is survived by her parents Katrina and Mikey Johnson, and her Grandparents Peter Ould, Martha Bryant and June Snyder. We will have a Celebration of Life for Seraphim at our church- 2931 Erskine Creek Rd. Lake Isabella 93240- on August 12 at 11 a.m. As her parents, we know that she would love to see everyone there. She loved people and found them interesting. Please join us for this emotional day and bring a side dish! She'll look down on us all and give us her biggest smile with her perfect crinkle.

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hell. Best of all He's with us in His Son, Jesus, Who was labeled "God with us" or Immanuel. I really enjoy Then there's the present that working and playmeans a gift, like a birthday present. ing with words. That meaning reminds us of God's One word came to grace, which has been described by my attention the the acronym, "Gifts Received At other day when I Christ's Expense." Jesus, God in was subbing in human flesh, won for all the forgiveEnglish class at ness of sins and the assurance of Schlensker Camp Owen; it's a admission to the eternal glories of word rich with word-play possibiliheaven, and those presents are ties. It was the "word of the week" received through faith. for the class. The Present also word was "presmeans not in the ...you really need to see its context ent," and that litpast or the in order to know which "present" is tle group of letfuture. God is being used. ters has a varialways here at ety of connotathe present time. - Schlensker tions. Therefore, Although He's you really need always been and to see its context always will be in order to know which "present" is present there's no time for Him to be being used. There are at least four here like the present. groups of similar meanings of that Finally, there's the verb, present, word, and its range of uses as a part which means to give information, to of speech includes its appearance as show or demonstrate or to bring a verb, a noun, and as an adjective. forth. God presents Himself to us in This word's various connotations His Son, Jesus, and shows us His lovalso describe several of the attributes ing, gracious, merciful character. He of God. Let's look at some of them. also presents Himself to us through First, there's the present that His Word, the Bible, through which means "here." It describes one's we become familiar with the story of location. Students sometimes His actions on our behalf from the respond to roll call in a classroom foundations of the world. with "present." They're here! That So, in summary, we could say that meaning surely applies to God, too. God is always presently present and He's always present. He's everygraciously presenting us with His where. The technical theological wonderful presents and presence! term for that character trait is Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherd "omnipresent." There's nowhere of the Hills Lutheran Church Lake God isn't … except, of course, for Isabella.

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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 66 Big Blue Road (Alta One), Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2636 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m

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

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

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

Southlake/Weldon

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

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Congressional Valley Fever Task Force launches website Congressman Kevin McCarthy Rep. David Schweikert Courier Release Congressman Kevin McCarthy and Rep. David Schweikert (AZ-06), the cochairs of the Congressional Valley Fever Task Force, released the following statement after launching a new Valley Fever Task Force website: "Public awareness is key to eradicating Valley Fever. Since being established in 2013, the Congressional Valley Fever Task Force has worked to provide information to the public, stakeholders in the medical and scientific fields, and com-

munity organizations to raise awareness, increase and coordinate Federal research efforts, and advance treatments and cures for this disease. Our new website is a critical resource in raising awareness and highlighting the work of the bipartisan Task Force. As the 115th Congress continues, we continue to work with Task Force Members to improve treatments and early diagnostics and aid in the development of a preventative vaccine for coccidioidomycosis." You can see the website at valleyfevertaskforce-schweikert.house. gov/

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Opens online exchange shopping Richard Taylor, KC Veterans Services Courier Military The Department of Defense has announced that veterans will soon be able to shop online at military exchanges. The policy change will extend limited online military exchange shopping privileges to all honorably discharged veterans. The shopping benefit will be effective this Veterans Day, November 11, 2017, and will include the four military exchange systems - Army and Air Force Exchange, Navy Exchange, Marine Corps Exchange, and Coast Guard Exchange. While shopping privileges exclude the purchase of uniforms, alcohol and tobacco products, it includes the Exchange Services' dynamic online retail environment known so well to service members and their families. The change follows careful analysis, coordination, and strong public support, according to the DOD. Eligibility determination is being conducted by VetVerify at vetverify.org, a shared verification service with the four military exchanges that depends on the Defense Manpower Data Center for service verification data. "We are excited to provide these benefits to honorably discharged veterans to recognize their service and welcome them home to their military family", said Peter Levine, performing duties for the Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness. "In

addition, this initiative represents a lowrisk, low cost opportunity to help fund morale, welfare and recreation programs in support of service members' and their families' quality of life. And it's just the right thing to do", Levine added. As a nation, we are grateful for the contributions of our service members. Offering this lifetime online benefit is one small, tangible way the nation can say 'Thank you' to those who served with honor. When asked about the new online benefit, Berney DeLaCruz, a local Air Force veteran said, "What a nice opportunity for some tax-free shopping". Only a veteran can use the program, not the spouse, dependents, or surviving spouses. The veteran must have an honorable discharge, and be in the database of the DMDC. The online benefit will also strengthen the exchanges' online businesses to better serve current patrons. Inclusion of honorably discharged veterans would conservatively double the exchanges online presence, according to DOD officials, thereby improving the experience for all patrons through improved vendor terms, more competitive merchandise assortments and improved efficiencies. The goal of the Kern County Veterans Service Department remains the same today as when it was first established in 1944: To assist veterans, their dependents, and survivors to obtain the benefits they have earned as a result of their honorable military service.

Announcements, Continued from page 3 AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Program scheduled The Next AARP Driver Safety Program will be held Saturday August 19, an all day class, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 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. All materials and workbooks have been updated and include the latest driving information. 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.

Optimal Hospice fall back into giving! Just in time for back to school, Optimal Hospice Care is holding a New Volunteer Orientation for all Kern County communities. Donate whatever time you're able to help create a better quality of life for patients and families in our care. Training is free of charge and open to anyone with a compassionate heart. The Orientation will be held Thursday, September 14 from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. at the Optimal Hospice Bakersfield office. Please call 661-716-4000 or email rfrankhouser@optimalcares.com to reserve your seat. They are recruiting for all programs including, Home Support to provide respite to overwhelmed caregivers, facility volunteers provide companionship, Vet to Vet support gives back to those who served in the military, CarePals pet therapy brightens lives with furry companions, bilingual volunteers facilitate communication, karaoke volunteers in facilities, Seamstresses make clothing and pillows for patients, bereavement volunteers support the families experiencing grief after a loss. Volunteers are needed in all the outlying communities as well: Taft, Lamont, Arvin, Frazier Park, Tehachapi, Lake Isabella, McFarland, Shafter, Delano, and Wasco.

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Health Insurance Matters

Timing (Part 3) Harry P. Thal Courier Columnist For the past few weeks I have written about "timing" of when a person or family is allowed to purchase health insurance. A reminder, health insurance Thal is "insurance". It is designed to assist in paying for your medical expenses "if" they should arise. It is NOT a bill paying service. You must buy it BEFORE you need it. I hereby present the "Qualifying Life Events" to enroll in coverage. ■ Losing health coverage. For example, you are losing your MediCal as you are no longer eligible or you have lost your health insurance from your (or spouse's) employer plan. ■ Income changes. For those people who may be covered through Covered California, but their income reduces so they may qualify for MediCal. ■ Turning 26. For adult children who have been covered on their parent's insurance. ■ Moving. This also applies to those released from jail or prison. ■ Having a child or adopting, receiving a child into foster care, or placing a child in adoption or a foster home. ■ Getting married or entering into a domestic partnership. ■ Becoming a citizen, a national or becoming lawfully present (where the individual was not previously lawfully present). ■ Being a member of a federally

recognized American Indian or Alaska Native tribe. These consumers may enroll in or change health insurance plans once a month, even if the open enrollment period is over. Covered California can also determine, on a case-by-case basis that the consumer experienced an exceptional circumstance. There are very short time periods following a qualifying event in which to enroll. Typically it is 60 days from the event. After that, you will need to wait for the Annual Enrollment Period, which will be November 1, 2017 to January 31, 2018. While there are private insurance plans available which are required to adhere to the same rules, we are emphasizing "Covered California", which is our state's Federal Exchange equivalent which provides three financial assistance programs. There are: ■ Tax Credits which can greatly reduce the monthly premiums. 2) Cost Sharing Reduction which can lower the cost of services when rendered. 3) Medi-Cal which may have a zero cost for those who qualify. Do you need health insurance and can't qualify right now? There are Short Term Health Plans available for coverage from a week (to cover potential problems on vacation) to three months (renewable). My special thanks to Debra Matthews, my office assistant, who helped in researching this topic. 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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Concert series The events are sponsored so that the Foundation can raise money to support local

Chips, Continued from page 1 restaurant, "Toll House" in the early 20th century. Crunch cookies from colonial times were among Ruth's recipes. But once Ruth was without the necessary ingredients in her hands. She had only one bar of semisweet chocolate, which she cut into the small pieces and added to the dough. When Ruth had mixed it, she hoped that crumbs would melt into the pas-

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efforts such as High School and Middle School music programs, academic scholarships and awards, the Community Orchestra, and many other worthwhile endeavors that benefit the Kern River Valley. The concerts are scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. Light snacks and drinks will be available for purchase from the foundation. ■ August 4 Kern River Band Opens the series with some vintage country Western, and standards. The Band specializes in three and four part harmonies. The Band consists of

Mitzie Twombly on vocals and mandolin, Terry Twombly doing vocals and guitar, Kat Edmonson on vocals, guitar and bouzouki, Terry Harris with vocals and dobro and Kris Wilber doing vocals and upright bass. Next up: ■ August 11 82 Deluxe Rock and rebel country band, a favorite at Whiskey Flat Days. So be sure to bring a chair, some food and snacks and arrive early for the best seating to enjoy the entertainment. For more information contact Charlie Busch at Kern River Radio at 760-376-4500.

try during the baking. But chocolate drops kept their form. She thought that it was her failure, but visitors took a fancy to them. Here's something to get you started: Nestlé® Toll House® Chocolate Chip Cookies 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 sticks butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1 12-oz. Pkg. Nestlé® toll house® semi-sweet

chocolate morsels 1 cup chopped nuts Preheat oven to 375° f. Combine flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl until creamy. Add eggs, beating well. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in morsels and nuts. Drop rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until brown. Cool 2 minutes and move to wire racks.

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When retirement goes kaput Amy Anderson Courier Contributor

PICKS OF THE WEEK “Going In Style” (PG-13) What's a group of senior guys to do when, after years of dutifully putting their faith in the system, their retirement fund goes kaput? Knock off a bank, of course. Oscarwinners Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and Alan Arkin play Willie, Joe and Al, best buds who worked all their lives to provide for their families, only to see the pension fund they were counting on go under. They band together, and with a little comedic assistance, hatch a plan to get it all back from the very bank that bamboozled them. Sweet and upbeat performances by the cast under the direction of Zach Braff ("Scrubs") in a story updated by writer Ted Melfi ("St. Vincent," "Hidden Figures"). “Sleight” (R) - Bo (Jacob Latimore) is a smart, charismatic and talented street magician who once had a bright future. After losing both parents, he becomes defacto guardian to his little sister and is forced to somehow support them both. He turns errand boy to local thug Angelo (in a turnabout role for Dule Hill) and to petty drug sales. Slowly and reluctantly, he is pulled into Angelo's life of violence. When a rival dealer moves in on Angelo's turf, he drops Bo headfirst into peril, a place he does not belong. With the help of his girlfriend Holly (Seychelle Gabriel) he must develop and use his skills and

Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine in "Going in Style"

powers (are they real or engineered?) to rip himself out of the danger that lies ahead. Imaginative use of genre with outstanding, genuine performances from its leads make this film a riveting watch. “The Circle” (PG-13) - Emma Watson and Tom Hanks take a high-minded tour of the limits of personal freedom and online exposure in the thriller "The Circle." Watson stars as Mae, a young woman plunged deep into the modern world of social media. Mae takes a job at The Circle, an online community and identity tech firm where founders Eamon (Hanks) and Colin (Patton Oswalt) encourage a boundary-pushing atmosphere. It isn't long before Mae is living her life "fully transparent," giving her followers total access to see what she sees. But is access liberating or imprisoning? Her participation brings about consequences she could not have anticipated. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes for Dummies

Something fishy from bodfish 1 can Chinese noodles (15-20 oz) Sliced almonds Combine all ingredients, adjusting amount of mayonnaise you use. Bodfish Bob’s Cashew Tuna 7 ounces tuna in water, drained, flaked 1 cup celery, diced 1/2 cup onions, minced 3 tablespoons margarine 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 16 ounce can bean sprouts, drained 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 cup cashews, coarsely chopped 1 can chow mein noodles

Bodfish Bob Bodfish Bob’s Tuna Pasta Salad 1 box tri-color spiral pasta, cooked 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna with water 1/2 sm. onion, grated 1 cup mayonnaise 1 Tblsp dill weed (dried) Combine ingredients in bowls. Add more mayonnaise if needed to moisten slightly prior to serving. Bodfish Bob’s Tuna Salad 1 can drained tuna fish 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup chopped onions 1 cup mayonnaise + 1 Tblsp mustard

Combine all ingredients except chow mein noodles in crockpot; stir well. Cover and cook on low setting for 4 to 9 hours. Serve over chow mein noodles. Bodfish Bob’s Tuna Green Bean Casserole 11 lg. can green beans (drained) 1 sm. can water packed tuna 1 can mushrooms; drained and cut 2 tbsp. onion flakes 3 cheese slices In mixing bowl, mix tuna, green beans, and onion flakes. Add cut up mushrooms. Mix well. Have individual casseroles; divide into 3 to 4 casseroles. Top each casserole with 1 slice of cheese. Bake in oven until cheese has melted. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.

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New fire restrictions on the forest Campfire and smoking restrictions will be implemented on the Sequoia National Forest, Giant Sequoia National Monument, Friday, July 28, until further notice, but approximately November 30. ■ Under Forest Orders 0513-17-25 and 0513-17-14 the following is prohibited below 4,000 feet in the Sequoia Nation Forest except in areas listed as exempt: ■ No Campfires or charcoal fires are allowed, except, in designated campgrounds and areas posted as "Exempt Areas" in the Forest Order exhibits

CALM to host Annual Ice Cream Zoofari Robert Meszaros, CALM Courier To do! The California Living Museum will host its 10th annual Ice Cream Zoofari from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19. Guests can treat their taste buds to an ice cream extravaganza by building their own sundae or enjoy a cone or root bear float. Plus, CALM's bears and bobcats will enjoy "Zoocicles." Admission for CALM's Ice Cream Zoofari is $15 for adults and $12 for chil-

dren (3-12 years old). CALM members will be admitted for $10 for adults and $8 for children (3-12 years old). Admission includes entrance to the zoo, docents strolling the grounds, free rides on the Central California Children's Railroad, and of course, delicious ice cream. Back by popular demand is the Dixie Nuts Dixieland jazz band. CALM is located at 10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy. (between Lake Ming and Hart Park). For information, contact 661-872-2256. Visit their website calmzoo.org and like them on Facebook.

Legend

The National Wild and Scenic Rivers System was created by Congress in 1968 to preserve certain rivers with outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values in a free-flowing condition for the enjoyment of present and future generations. The Act is notable for safeguarding the special character of these rivers. It encourages river management that crosses political boundaries and promotes public participation in developing goals for river protection. The Upper Kern River is between

Lake Isabella and the Johnsondale Bridge and is part of the North Fork of the Kern Wild and Scenic River. Fishing and whitewater boating are popular. Several developed campgrounds and day use areas are along the river. Dispersed camping (outside of campgrounds) and campfires with permits are allowed in much of the area, but must be at least 25 feet from the river's edge. Following Mountain 99 (M99) from the town of Kernville north to the Johnsondale Bridge, section of the Kern River Ranger District offers a multitude of camping and hiking opportunities.

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

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and with a valid California Campfire Permit. ■ No Smoking is permitted, except within enclosed vehicles or buildings, developed recreation sites and other designated areas as listed in the Forest Order exhibits. ■ Operating an internal combustion engine off of properly designated roads or trails and welding are all strictly prohibited during the increased fire restriction period. Call 559-784-1500 for more information.

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Cid gets his licks in on a ‘Zoocicle’ at the California Living Museum ‘s 10th annual Ice Cream Zoofari hosted from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 19.

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Welcomes newest residents Wolfman Jack and Flap Jack Robert Meszaros, KCSOS Courier Release After the loss of the California Living Museum's beloved donkey, Sophie, last month, one would think there would be time to grieve before adding another equine to the Children's Park. Normally that would be so, but not in the case of equine who are herd animals. Peggy the pony was distraught without Sophie and there was no time to wait. Fortunately, horse rescue Mea Ola's Place, in Phelan, CA, was recommended as a possibility to find a suitable corral mate for Peggy. CALM staff visited the facility to meet two yearling donkeys, Wolfman Jack (Wolfie) and Flap Jack (Flappy), and they fell in love. The two have been adopted and were delivered to CALM on Thursday, Aug. 3. Ann Kline, president of Mea Ola's Place, has a connection with Kern County. In 2012, she ran Operation Horse Rescue, in Tehachapi, and took in 19 horses in one of the largest horse neglect cases in the county. She and partner

Chris Wright, vice president of Mea Ola's Place, will miss the two but are pleased they will be residing at CALM. The mothers of both donkeys came in through Ridgecrest Bureau of Land Management Death Valley Round Up. "Of course, there will never be another Sophie," said zoo manager Lana Fain. "These are two, young, lovable donkeys who will carry forward the 'donkey connection' she started 35 years ago. I'm sure guests will become as attached to them as they were to Sophie. You can't help but love them." Fain hopes the community comes out to welcome the new "donks" (as they are referred to in the horse world). To encourage a big CALM welcome for Wolfie and Flappy, Saturday, Aug. 5 will be Donkey Day at CALM and admission for children 12 and under will be free from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and extend to twilight at CALM from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. CALM is located at 10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy (between Lake Ming and Hart Park). For information, call 661-872-2256.

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: FREEMANS LAKESIDE REALTY (2017B4732), 6117 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Mailing address: 6117 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella, CA 93240. REGISTRANTS: MATTHEW FREEMAN, 2908 Lynx Dr., Lake Isabella, CA 93240. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Matthew Freeman. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 07/06/2017 and expires 07/06/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 2017. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-00166-CA, A.P.N.: 010-062-05-00, Property Address: 307 V STREET, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93304 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/22/2006. 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: ISAIAH JONES, A SINGLE MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 03/09/2006 as Instrument No. 0206057586 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 08/18/2017 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: $100,002.14. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO 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: 307 V STREET, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93304, A.P.N.: 010-062-05-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $100,002.14. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSer vices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2015-00166-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: July 10, 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/TrusteeSe rvices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier July 21, 28, and August 4, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2016-01765-CA, A.P.N.: 133-112-13-00, Property Address: 1009 Blossom Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/22/2006. 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: Irene Kirschenman, A Married Woman, As Sole And Separate Property Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 11/30/2006 as Instrument No. 0206294093 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 08/16/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $102,596.63. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO 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: 1009 Blossom Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306, A.P.N.: 133-112-13-00. 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 $102,596.63. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2016-01765-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: July 6, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/ DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier July 21, 28, and August 4, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00436-CA, A.P.N.: 514-341-09-00, Property Address: 3412 Tori Lorene Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93313 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/23/2004. 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: Jose Alvarez and Lorraine Alvarez, Husband and Wife Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 02/28/2005 as Instrument No. 0205046929 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 08/23/2017 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: $23,141.34. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO 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: 3412 Tori Lorene Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93313, A.P.N.: 514-341-09-00. 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 $23,141.34. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com /MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx using the file number assigned to this case 201700436-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the

telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: July 7, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMa nagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier July 28, August 4, and 11, 2017) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: HUNGRY'S MARKET (2017-B4661), 3711 Mt. Vernon, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address: 3711 Mt. Vernon, Bakersfield, CA 93306. REGISTRANTS: AMIGOS LIQUOR & JR MARKET, INC., 3711 Mt. Vernon, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Date the business commenced: 11/01/2008. 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: Mamdouh Wannes, President. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 06/30/2017 and expires 06/30/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier July 28, August 4, 11, and 18, 2017. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: ROSAMOND MARKET (2017-B4662), 2671 Diamond St., Rosamond, CA 93560. Mailing address: 2671 Diamond St., Rosamond, CA 93560. REGISTRANTS: W HERMANOS, LLC, 2671 Diamond St., Rosamond, CA 93560. Date the business commenced: 08/01/2015. Business is being conducted as a Limited Liability Company. 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: Mamdouh Wannes, President. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 06/30/2017 and expires 06/30/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Bojorquez. Published by the Kern River Courier July 28, August 4, 11, and 18, 2017. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00694-CA, A.P.N.: 028-153-12-00, Property Address: 324 Elm Street, Shafter, CA 93263 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/23/2004. 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: Christopher C Coon and Brandi D Coon, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 11/30/2004 as Instrument No. 0204293130 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 08/30/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $27,990.63. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 324 Elm Street, Shafter, CA 93263, A.P.N.: 028-153-12-00. 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 $27,990.63. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest

bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource .com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-00694-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: July 25, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/Tru steeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier August 4, 11, and 18, 2017) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00160-CA, A.P.N.: 408-330-17-00, Property Address: 15349 Azalea Springs Court, Bakersfield, CA 93314 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/28/2005. 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: Kenneth Scott and Leilani Scott, Husband and Wife as Community Property Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 01/06/2006 as Instrument No. 0206004756 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 08/30/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $489,751.81. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 15349 Azalea Springs Court, Bakersfield, CA 93314, A.P.N.: 408-33017-00. 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 $489,751.81. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown

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on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource .com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeS ervices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-00160-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: July 19, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/Tr usteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier August 4, 11, and 18, 2017) ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: ALTERRA HOME LOANS (2016-B5642) Street address of business: 1601 New Stine Road, Ste 195, Bakersfield, CA 93309. Mailing address of Business: 350 S. Rampart Blvd., Ste 310, Las Vegas, NV 89145. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Alterra Group, LLC, 350 S. Rampart Blvd., Ste 310, Las Vegas, NV 89145. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 09/01/2016. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 07/26/2017. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by M. Garcia, Deputy Clerk. Published by the Kern River Courier August 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2017. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: BULL RUN APPAREL (2017-B5143), DBA#2: BULL RUN (2017-B5144) 338 Burlando Road, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address: PO Box 2108, Kernville, CA 93238. REGISTRANTS: ACELINE BAYLA, 338 Burlando Road, Kernville, CA 93238. 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: Aceline Bayla. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 07/26/2017 and expires 07/26/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier August 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2017.

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www.kernrivercourier.com Well suited Tux, a 3-year-old blue Staffordshire Terrier, won Best of Show at the Ladies of the Elks’ Dog Show Saturday taking place in Wofford Heights. Tux also won ribbons for Best Trick and Largest Dog. Pam Stewart Special to the Courier

Ladies of the Elks’ award top dog Kern Valley Elk’s Lodge Courier Release The Ladies of the Elks held their 9th Dog Show on Saturday, July 29 at the Elks' picnic area behind the Lodge in Wofford Heights. Tux, a 3-year-old blue Staffordshire Terrier, owned by Michael Mercado, won Best of Show. Tux isn't just a handsome face; he is a working dog, employed by MGM Jewelry & Loan in Wofford Heights. Tux also won ribbons for Best Trick and Largest Dog.

The runner up was a German Shepherd named Greta. She also took first place in "longest tail, longest ears, and obedience." Her owner is Greg Yeager of Lake Isabella. In the owner/pet look-alike category, 3 sets of owner/pets participated. Lillian Andrews and her Bull Dog, Snowball were in the 3-way tie, but it's noteworthy that Lillian and Snowball have won this category at past dog shows. Andrews said that Tux has had "great training. He's a remarkable dog."

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Covered California announces Anthem Blue Cross withdrawal Harry Thal, Courier Columnist Courier Just in The lead story on the television news this week has been Anthem Blue Cross' announcement that they will not be participating in the Covered California health insurance plan for 2018 in most of the 19 California regions that they had covered. Kern County is among the 16 regions affected by the withdrawal, and if you have a Covered California Anthem Blue Cross individual health policy, you are among the 153,000 Californians that will need to seek another plan for 2018. This does not affect current plans, which will continue as it has through December 31. Those individuals and families affected will be receiving mail from Covered California soon regarding the change, and our office stands ready and able to assist all Kern Valley residents affected, in the transition.

Fee, Continued from page 1 Tax and Fee Administration, PO Box 942881, Sacramento, CA 942792525. Those who want to petition billings may contact CAL FIRE online or

Fires, Continued from page 1 California Interagency Incident Management Team 2 August 1, at 6 p.m., anticipating the potential for growth in size or complexity, and there were 468 working Garden Fire Start Date: July 30, 2017 Cause: Under investigation Acres Burned: 1,350 Structures Threatened: 1 Containment: 24% Personnel: 468 Injuries: 2 Fuel Type: Grass, Brush, some Timber to stop the fire. Highway 178 was closed Sunday afternoon at 4:27 p.m. By Wednesday morning, two injuries were reported and containment was at 25 percent. Highway 178 was reopened to traffic at 7 p.m. August 1. Firefighters continued to contend with high temperatures, erratic winds, and steep, rugged terrain, necessitating a cautious and methodical approach to

The biggest concern will be that of the (participating provider) doctors that are on the Blue Cross plan that may not be available on other Covered California subsidized plans. This change only affects Covered California. People with a traditional Anthem Blue Cross individual or family policy, Blue Cross through an employer, or Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Supplements or HMO plans are not affected. Only the Covered California plans, typically with financial assistance from ObamaCare, are of concern. There is very little information currently available on the transition. The Open Enrollment period begins November 1 at which time you can schedule an appointment. There are several area insurance agents Certified to assist in helping you with the transition.

by calling 1-888-3106447. If a property owner has been unable to pay their fiscal year 2016-17 billings on time due to hardships from fires in Butte, Mariposa, and Santa Barbara counties they may file an online

relief request from penalty and interest or contact the CDTFA Customer Service Center at 1-800400-7115. Decisions will be made on a case-bycase basis whether to grant relief from the penalty and interest on the fee.

line construction. In addition to ground operations, aerial bucket drops continued on the fire. Efforts focused on direct and indirect line construction, utilizing air assets to slow fire spread. The Kern River is closed on National Forest Land below Delonegha recreation area. USFS, BLM, KCFD, Cal OES, CHP, SCE, PGE and Caltrans have all been involved with this fire. Containment is projected to occur August 9. The California Highway Patrol reported a white Chevy extended cab pickup truck collision with the mountain in the fire vicinity at 4:17 p.m. Sunday. The report said that the truck lost a tire and started a grass fire. However, the official cause of the fire is under investigation. Forest Service officials rescinded the Schaeffer Fire Area Closure Order within the Kern River and Western Divide Ranger Districts as of Friday, July 28. The fire is currently 94 percent contained. Smoke in the interior may continue for several weeks and fire suppression resources will remain on scene to monitor the area. Crews are patrolling, and mopping up fire line to the degree necessary to ensure the fire will stay within constructed lines.

Roads and trails within the closure area, including Sherman Pass and Monache roads are now open. Rattlesnake Trail #33E22 will remain closed due to pre-existing conditions. Please remain cautious when visiting the area's roads and trails. Hazards that remain within the closure area include burning stumps, hot spots, ash, hazard trees, and snags.

Schaeffer Fire Start Date: June 24, 2017 Cause: Lightning Acres Burned: 16,031 Structures Threatened: 13 Containment: 94% Personnel: 16 Injuries: 4 (minor) Fuel Type: Brush, timber, heavy dead and down The lightning caused Schaeffer Fire started, Saturday, June 24, when a storm passed through the Kern River Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest. In the interest of Forest visitor and firefighter health and safety, Forest officials placed the Schaeffer Fire Area Closure Order, July 8.