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Tuesday 5 p.m.Storage, IsabellaReservoir45,087 acre-feet

2014 Reservoir peak80,737 acre-feet

Pool maximum568,075 acre-feet

Pool safety limit360,000 acre-feet

Upper KernInflow 168 cfsLower KernOutflow 185 cfsBorel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped)

Data from U.S. ArmyCorps of Engineers

cfs=cubic feet per second1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.*(5-hr average Kernville)

kern riverwater data:

Friday high 53°Sunny but cool

Friday low 26°Clear and cold

Saturday high 56° Cool with sunshine

Saturday low 29°Partly cloudy and cold

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K E R N R I V E RK E R N R I V E RKern River CourierP.O. Box 1145Wofford Heights, CA 93285CCourier

Michael BatelaanCourier Just in

After a year or morethe lights wereswitched back on atEwings on the Kern,Monday December 22.Starting in July, it tooksix months to remodelthe 7,000 square footrestaurant. Ewingsfirst opened in the mid-1950's by Jack Ewingfrom the Los Angelesarea. Ewing operatedthe restaurant Fridaythrough Sunday andbrought in chefs fromthe Los Angeles areathat stayed in the resi-

dence loft above therestaurant that is stillthere today.

The new owners areMark Preston and hiswife of 20 years,Sherry. The couple alsoowns the SierraGateway Markets onthe river in Kernvilleand on the Lake inSouthlake.

Mark moved to theKern Valley with hismother when he was11 years old and in thefifth grade. He beganworking at what wasthen James Store, bag-ging groceries anddoing carry out. He

remembers that he alsobegan working parttime at Ewings as adishwasher. Duringthat time, there werestill Western moviesbeing made inKernville, through thelate 50's and many ofthe cowboys andactors came to therestaurant. Prestonparticularly remem-bers Dean Martin visit-ing the restaurantmore than once whenthe actor worked onset in Kernville.

The restaurant over-looks the north fork ofthe Kern River and is

Capt. TylerTownsend, KCFDCourier Release

Recent rains andcooler temperaturesacross the regionhave lowered thethreat of wildfiresallowing the moun-tain areas of KernCounty to transitionout of fire seasoneffective Friday, Dec.19.

Kern County FireChief Brian Marshallacknowledged that,“The extreme droughtacross Californiataxed firefightersthroughout the sum-mer. CAL Fire andfirefighters frommany local agenciesbattled over 5,500wildfires within thestate responsibilityarea that burnednearly 91,000 acres.”

Marshall also saidthe number is morethan 1,000 wildfiresabove normal.

As drought condi-tions continue to havea hold on California,the KCF is maintain-ing staffing thatmeets the currentthreat. and will con-tinue to monitorweather conditionsclosely and still hasthe ability to increasestaffing should theweather conditionschange or if there is aneed to support wild-fires in the state.

During the 2014fire season, KernCounty responded to471 local vegetationfires and wildfires.The largest of thesefires was the WayFire, which consumedjust over 4,000 acresnear the communityof Wofford Heights.KCFD also supported62 out of county inci-dents, the largest

KernCounty Firetransitionsout of fireseason

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which no longer holdswater.

Georgiana Armstrong,the Emergency Servicesmanager for Kern CountyFire Department, dis-cussed the results of aCalifornia Department ofConservation report stat-

Michael Batelaan Courier FYI

On Dec.18, about 40interested residents of theWofford Heights commu-nity met at FaithCommunity Church withvarious agencies to learnabout flood and landslidesafety.

Hosted by first DistrictSupervisor Mick Gleason,and moderated by KernCounty Fire Departmentpublic information officerCapt. Tyler Townsend, themeeting was called toexplain the possibledownstream floodingeffects resulting from theShirley and Way fires thatoccurred in the WoffordHeights area last summer.

Kern County Fire ChiefBrian Marshall explainedthat California’s lack ofrain increased fire behav-ior this year. Besides theloss of plants and trees,the fire “nuked” the soil,which changed the dirtinto a glass-like substance

ing that of the 4,000 acresburned, about 1800, near-ly half, was moderately toseverely burned, causinghydrophobic soil - soilthat hates water - makingit like plastic wrap on theearth’s surface. Plus, thevegetation is also gone

After a year or moreof being dark, the lightsare back on at the historicEwings on the Kernin Kernvlle.The newly remodeledrestaurant reopenedMonday under thenew ownership ofMark and Sherry Prestonof Kernville.

Michael BatelaanKern River Courier

See Flooding,page 12

See Ewings,page 12

Wofford Heights advised to be prepared

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See KCFD,page 12

known for the fantasticview. Often one canview wild life fromtheir table in the riverview room. Deer,hawks, river raftersand other wild life.

Not so long ago,"This was the place tocome. If you did nothave reservations, youdid not get in," Prestonsaid. "In those days,the dress was classy."Today the atmosphereis more casual.

"My wife is as excit-ed as I am," Preston

Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier

Water mark - KCFD Chief Brian Marshall uses a map toshow the affected burn areas highlighted in yellow toorange to reveal the most suseptible to possible flooding.

and lying on the groundas debris. She pointed outthat with the decrease inabsorption, the runoffwould be increased andfaster. Even without thefires, the natural groundis decomposed granite,which in itself is highlysusceptible to erosion anddrainage.

There are two factorsthat will trigger a flood:intensity and accumula-tion. Steve Mendenhall,the meteorologist incharge at the HanfordNational Weather Serviceadvised that 2/10ths of aninch in 30 minutes,3/10ths in 30 minutes or ½inch in an hour would bea predictor of a flashflood, making it threetimes more likely. He alsoexplained that a floodwatch means that condi-tions are favorable forflooding and a floodwarning means a flood is

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■ Whiskey Flat kickoff dinnerJanuary 2Celebrate the Whiskey Flat Days KickOff with a prime rib dinner for $25 atthe Kern Valley Golf Course on Friday,Jan. 2. Social hour is at 5 p.m., dinnerat 6 p.m., and program at 7 p.m. Meetthe 2015 Whiskey Flat Days mayorcandidates, enjoy live entertainment,raffles, door prizes and more! To pur-chase tickets or to make a reservationcontact the Kernville Chamber officeat 760-376-2629. Seating is limited.

■ The impact on methamphetamineJanuary 5The community is invited to an informa-tional forum for the Kern Stop Meth NowCoalition at 9 a.m. in the Board ofSupervisors Chambers, 1115 Truxtun Ave.in Bakersfield on Monday, Jan. 5. Thiscommunity forum is intended to provideinformation to the Kern County Board ofSupervisors and the public about theCoalition's impact on methamphetaminein Kern County, and the next steps to stop-ping the effects of Meth in our county.

■ KRVR meetsJanuary 7The monthly meeting of the Kern RiverValley Revitalization takes placeWednesday, Jan. 7 at 9 a.m. at theKernville Chamber of Commerce officein Kernville.

■ Assistance for VeteransJanuary 8The Bakersfield Vet Center providescounseling services to our Veterans liv-ing in remote areas of Kern County.The Bakersfield Vet Center counselorwill be at the Senior Center/VeteransHall from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. onThursday, Jan. 8. For those Veteransattending the Bakersfield VA Clinic forcounseling, their families and anyVeteran who feels the need to readjustto civilian life after service in a combattheatre - call 661-323-VETS (8387) tomake an appointment with them at theLake Isabella Senior Center.

■ Friends of the LibraryJanuary 12Friends of the Library Installation ofOfficers and Luncheon Monday,January 12 at noon at the main librarylocated at 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. Alight lunch, dessert and beverages willbe served. For further informationplease call 760-223-3449.

■ Kern River Valley ChamberJanuary 14The regular meeting of the Kern RiverValley Chamber of Commerce takesplace at noon on Wednesday, Jan. 14 atthe Moose Lodge in Lake Isabella.RSVP to 760-379-5236.

■ Houchin Blood DriveJanuary 20The Kern River Valley blood drive willtake place at the First Baptist Church inLake Isabella, from noon to 6 p.m. onTuesday, Jan. 20. Please bring pictureID with date of birth.

■ KRV CollaborativeJanuary 22Join with the Kern River ValleyCollaborative and learn about vitalservices and opportunities in the KernValley. It meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. atthe Senior Center in Lake Isabella onThursday, Jan. 22. Call 760-379-2556 orgo to KRVFRC.org for more informa-tion.

■ Kernville Chamber of CommerceJanuary 26The regular meeting of the KernvilleChamber takes place Monday, Jan. 26at 3 p.m. at their office in Kernville. Call760-376-2629 for more information.

■ Commodities distributionJanuary 27Government food commodities will bedistributed to those who qualify onTuesday, Jan. 27 at the New Life Churchin Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel inMountain Mesa and at the SeniorCenter in Lake Isabella. Distributionstarts at 8 a.m.

■ Prayer BreakfastFebruary 5The Salvation Army, Lake Isabellainvites the community to join them inprayer for our community, the Stateand our Nation at Nelda's in LakeIsabella at 7 a.m. Families and mem-bers of the Kern River Valley communi-ty are welcome to come and join themin prayer. Please arrive early so as notinterrupt prayer in progress. Breakfastis optional. For more information callThe Salvation Army at 760-379-4600.

Submissions to the free CourierCalendar must be received on Tuesdayby 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday’sissue. Events must be open to the publicand if there is any cost, it must be listed.Items submitted for our free Calendarlistings may be shortened. Listings areprinted in chronological order by eventdate and space available. Submitteditems deemed entirely or mostly busi-ness advertising will not be accepted.Some event information gathered fromthe chambers of commerce, KRVR orkernvalley.com.

Regular activitiesFridays■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.,TOPS #2293 weight loss group,Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 760-417-2272.■ 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.■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church gamenight. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA 12x12 study, 4030 Perdue,Lake Isabella.■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce,11447 Kernville Rd.,760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Saturdays■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, LakeshoreLodge, Wofford Heights.■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 3 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Historical Society,Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. (2nd & 4th Sat. - Karaoke @ 7p.m.) Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square danc-ing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.■ 9:30 a.m. (1st Sat.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. Barbara,760-378-3672 or Geraldine,559-359-8953.■ 2 p.m., Discussion. 7:30 - 9 p.m., 6 p.m. Pot Luck, 7p.m. Speaker (3rd Sat.), AA - KR Health Center, 67Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701■ 2 p.m. Alano Club, AA discussion, 4030 Perdue,Lake Isabella.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Sat.) Alano Club, AA speaker, 4030Perdue, 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. 14415Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise CoveRestaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.m./ Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112.■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 EvansRd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Mondays■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 2 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, HoffmannHospice 040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010.■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club,Lakeridge Mobile Home Pk. Clubhouse, Lake Isabella.■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, LakeIsabella. 760-379-0043.■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship),Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629.■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. Orchestra, Cerro CosoCollege, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461.■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st BaptistChurch, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844.■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or760-379-7312.■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. MesaRd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.

Tuesdays■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville MethodistChurch. 909-753-9043.■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group.760-379-1129.■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department ofPublic Health Immunization Clinic 7050 LakeIsabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous,College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave.,Lake Isabella.■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. everyother month). Public invited. 760-376-2189.■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish PropertyOwners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-760-379-5552.■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group,Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272.■ 7 p.m. (3rd Tue.), Fish & Game Habitat Club,Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-376-3178

■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 EvansRd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church,20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112

Wednesdays■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters,senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-379-9921.■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579.■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous,College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave.,Lake Isabella.■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commercemeeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236.■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle, Mtn.View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd.,Lake Isabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa.760-376-3138.■ 2:30 - 4 p.m., Grief Support Group, OptimalHospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders VFW,2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella.■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, SeniorCenter Veterans Rm. Lake Isabella. 760-379-5086.■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. Live band.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, AA, 4030 Perdue, LakeIsabella. 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 EvansRd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-7318 or 760-379-7312.■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holi-days,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts.■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church,Wofford Hts.. 760-417-0199 or 760-379-7312

Thursdays■ First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran'sServices assistance to veterans and widows. LakeIsabella County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd.Call 661-868-7300 or 866-218-5367..■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville MethodistChurch. 909-753-9043.■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center,Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329.■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council,Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella.■ 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center.■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous,College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave.,Lake Isabella.■10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time, Lake IsabellaLibrary, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. 760-549-2083.■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Clubmeeting, Elks Lodge.■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French GulchCampground.■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River ValleyCollaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella.760-379-2556, ext. 601.■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public.760-379-3877.■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republican Assembly of theKern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd.,Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462.■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, WoffordHeights. 760-376-2844.■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in5:30 p.m.■ 7 p.m. Alano Club, NA book study, 4030 Perdue,Lake Isabella.■ 7 p.m. (45h Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct.Kernville Chamber, [email protected]■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, LakeIsabella. New members welcome.■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club,Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

Bingo Guide■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club,6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 LakeIsabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m.,St. Jude Catholic Church, 86 Nellie Dent Dr. at Hwy155, Wofford Hts.

This information is submitted to the Courierby the groups listed. Please call the phone num-bers provided to check times and location.

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Rod MiddleworthCourier Columnist

The day afterChristmas mywife and I werestrolling alongthe path next tothe Kern River.As we walked westopped for afew minutes torest on one of thebenches. As we sat there an oldgentleman walked up and lookingvery tired, he asked if he couldshare the bench with us. We saidsure and asked him if he had hada nice Christmas? He looked atus, chuckled and said, “Well, youcould say that.”

It was then I really looked athim and noticed that he had on agrimy pair of red pants and acoat that was blackened withsoot. His white beard was greywith dust and his tousled hatlooked limp with wear. I lookedat the old gentleman and asked,“Are you Santa Claus?”

He looked at me and said,“Yep, that’s me.”

“What are you doing here?” Iasked. “You should be back to theNorth Pole.”

He said, “Well, my sleigh need-ed some repair and while I waswaiting I thought I’d come overhere and take a rest.”

He went on to say, “Christmasdelivery is getting harder everyyear. For instance when I comedown a chimney, many of themare full of soot, and often there is

Things I have noticed...

The man in the red suita fire in the fireplace. If you’llnotice my suit has a couple ofburn holes in it. With those hous-es I have to come in the frontdoor. But often the cookies arestale and the milk is warm andcurdled. Also, if the milk is coldit’s usually not non-fat and is thereason my belly is like a bowl fullof jelly. If I don’t land on the roof,I usually have to land in the yardbeing careful not to run over anyflowers or shrubs. Also you haveto understand that riding in asleigh open to the wind, the rainand the snow is hard on myarthritis.”

“Also riding in a sleigh directlybehind eight reindeer means youmay have to duck from the flyingreindeer debris (if you know whatI mean). I’m not complainingbecause I love what I do and thejoy I bring to people around theworld. It’s a wonderful season fullof love and the gathering offriends.

“When I get home I’ll patch upmy suit, get it cleaned, take along hot shower, scrubbing mybeard and polish my boots. I’llstart getting ready for next year’sChristmas when once again I cansee all the good that I bring.”

He looked at us and thanked usfor sharing the bench and wishedus a Happy New Year. He placedhis finger along his nose, and Iswear, up a chimney he rose.

Wofford Heights resident RodMiddleworth is a retired securitymanager for Pacific Bell.

AnnouncementsCommunity

Kern Transit plan seeks feedbackThe Kern Council of Governments is working with Kern Transit, our local public

transit provider, to develop a five-year transit plan in the Kern River Valley. Thisplan will be based on an understanding of community needs and feedback from ourcommunity. The Kernville Chamber of Commerce has surveys available at theiroffice. They will have them available until the end of the year. If you would like tosubmit your feedback electronically, visit krvtransitsurvey.com. The Chamberoffice will also have computers available to the public if needed.

Whiskey Flat kickoff dinner plannedGet ready to jump into your jeans, dust off your boots and plan an evening of fun,food and festivities! Celebrate the Whiskey Flat Days Kick Off Dinner with a primerib dinner at the Kern Valley Golf Course on Friday, Jan. 2. Social at 5 p.m., dinnerat 6 p.m., and program at 7 p.m. The prime rib dinner is $25. Meet and expect greatcompany and plenty of “noise” from them 2015 mayor candidates. Live entertain-ment, raffles, door prizes and more! To purchase tickets or to make a reservation,call the Kernville Chamber office at 760-376-2629. Seating is limited.

Pet adoption event for the holidaysThe 4th annual “Home 4 the Holidays” adoption event started last month and

continues until Saturday, Jan. 10 with special adoption prices, $20 for dogs and $10for cats. Help homeless pets find their forever homes this holiday season. For infor-mation on adopting, call 661-868-7100, or email [email protected].

The impact on methamphetamine in Kern CountyThe community is invited to an informational forum for the Kern Stop Meth Now

Coalition on Monday, Jan. 5 at 9 a.m. in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1115Truxtun Ave. in Bakersfield. This community forum is intended to provide informa-tion to the Kern County Board of Supervisors and the public about the Coalition’simpact on methamphetamine in Kern County, and the next steps to stopping theeffects of Meth in our county.

The Kern Stop Meth Now Coalition was created in 2009 at the request of theBoard of Supervisors upon review of the Meth Impact Study, which found approx-imately one-quarter of the case loads of all county line staff who participated in thestudy was directly impacted by meth, and 40 percent of all felony prosecutionsinvolved meth.

Since that time, the Kern Stop Meth Now Coalition has worked in and with manycommunities throughout Kern County to address the needs associated with alcoholand other drug use, including methamphetamine. This work has been accom-plished with the support of many departments, including Kern County MentalHealth, Superintendent of Schools, California State University Bakersfield, DrugEnforcement Agency, local law enforcement, non-profit agencies and faith-basedorganizations.

The on-going work of the coalition is only possible as we reflect on the work thathas been accomplished, and as we take this time to set our goals moving forwardwith continued diverse support from throughout Kern County.

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Redistrictingcan cause someconfusion but myoffice is preparedto provide infor-mation to helpanswer any ques-tions you mayhave. One of theimpacts a changein district num-ber has on aCapitol Office isthe correspon-ding phone num-

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Senate Districtnumber change afterDecember 1Jean Fuller16th District Senator

For the past four years I have proud-ly represented the 18th Senate District.

Following Dec. 1, due to redistrict-ing, I will continue to represent the vastmajority of the former SD 18 in the new16th Senate District. Redistrictingoccurs every 10 years following theUnited States census to ensure repre-sentatives in each of legislative bodyrepresent an equal number of con-stituents.

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Kernville■ First Baptist Church of Kernville46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403■ Kernville United Methodist Church251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30a.m. 760-376-2751■ Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School9 a.m., Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church11876 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday 10:00a.m. 760-376-6362■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal ChurchAt Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday11 a.m

Wofford Heights■ Faith Community Foursquare Church20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. SundayService 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. 760-376-6719■ New Life Assembly of God25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 9 a.m.,10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402■ St. Jude Catholic Church86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun,8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416■ Calvary Chapel125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789■ Christ Fellowship80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m.Lake Isabella/Bodfish

Lake Isabella/Mt.Mesa■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 8:30 a.m.11:00 a.m. School 9:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella.Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640■ Mt.View Southern Baptist Church2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun.9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church(LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella.Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343■ Kern Valley Bible Church3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Church of the Nazarene2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella.Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2062

■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120■ Lake Isabella Church of Christ3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Services11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible StudySun. 10 a.m.■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. SaturdayService 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. SundaySchool 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., and5 p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. 760-379-5819■ Salvation ArmyThe local national affiliate Mon. 9 a.m.-1p.m.6105 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.760-379-5100.■ SGI - USA BuddhistLotus Sutra based discussion and meetingsCall 379-6162 for dates and times.■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m.760-379-2904■ Grace Chapel12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093■ Christian Assembly12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal)4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 2 and 3 p.m.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■ Faith Community South Campus16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday evening4 p.m., 760-379-6935■ Weldon United Methodist Church20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 8:30 a.m.760-378-2321■ Weldon Baptist Church20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m.& 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964.

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Message of faith

Dan Schlensker,Courier Columnist

As I reminisceabout Christmasespast, I think abouthow what I got forChristmas com-pared to what Iwanted forChristmas. I thinkabout that oldsong, which asserts that “All I wantfor Christmas is my two frontteeth.” I’m pretty confident thatwhomever it was that expressedthat desire, all things being normal,received his/her wish, and receivedthe teeth in plenty of time for corn-on-the-cob season. I also recollectsome of the most memorable gifts Iever received, but I can’t rememberwhether or not they were exactlywhat I wanted for Christmas at thetime.

I remember, too, how the natureof my wants changed over theyears. There was a time whenclothes were definitely not on mywant list! Toys were! Then, over theyears, my Christmas wishes movedthrough clothes to tools, profession-al paraphernalia, and recreational,big-people toys. At this point in mylife, I’m about to the “whatever”point, or maybe little or nothing atall. And I think that’s because I havepretty much everything I need, andthe stuff I want, well I’m pretty wellfixed in that department, too.

As it turns out, though, no matterwhether or not we got what wewanted for Christmas, we certainly

Did you get what you wanted?and without a doubt, got what weneeded for Christmas! Becauseevery human being needs restora-tion with God and with his/her fel-low people, we all neededSomeone, Who could bring “Peaceon earth” and good will among itsinhabitants. But peace with God ismost important: the removal of allthat stands in the way of a relation-ship with Him. And that’s what theBabe in the manger was to do,remove the disobedience and rebel-liousness which is common amongus all. For He did not remain a Babyin a manger, but became a Man ona cross, Whose death paid thepenalty price for all or our misbe-havior! To all, who trust in Him forthe forgiveness of their sins andright standing before God whichHe brings, He gives exquisite robesof righteousness and a certifiedadmittance pass into His eternalglorious mansion.

Oh, clothes, again! But that’s OK;it’s more than OK, because no onewithout that gifted garment, thatrobe of righteousness, can get intothe eternal feast prepared for all ofGod’s children. At great expense toGod, the sacrifice of His Son bringsthat wonderful gift to all believers inJesus. So you and I, no matter whatwe wanted for Christmas, got whatwe so desperately needed throughfaith in Jesus: forgiveness, new life,bright prospects for our eternalfuture and a sublime peace for eachof our days on earth.

Dan Schlensker is pastor of Shepherdof the Hills Lutheran Church LakeIsabella.

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Bible TriviaBy Wilson Casey

1. The main Christmas story is paraphrased from what two New Testamentbooks? Mark/John, Acts/Romans, Matthew/Luke, Jude/Revelation2. Approximately how old was Jesus when the wise men (Magi) arrivedwith their gifts? 1 day, 2 weeks, 2 months, 2 years3. Where did the angel Gabriel appear to Mary saying, “Blessed art thouamong women?” Nazareth, Tyre, Ninevah, Gazi4. In what city of Judaea was Jesus born? Damascus, Jerusalem, Bethlehem,Gezer5. Who plotted to kill the baby Jesus? Archelaus, Herod, Pontius Pilot,Caesar Augustus6. How many times does the word “Christmas” appear in the Bible (KJV)?Zero, 1, 2, 7

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1) Matthew/Luke;2) 2 years;3) Nazareth;4) Bethlehem;5) Herod;6) Zero

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Emergencies call■ Ambulance■ Fire■ Law Enforcement■ Search & Rescue■ Lake Patrol■ Forest Service

Sheriff/CHP Substation7046 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake IsabellaWeekdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.business calls only, 760-549-2100

Kern County FireStations■ Kernville Station 7611018 Kernville RoadKernvillebusiness calls only, 760-376-2219

■ Lake Isabella Station 724500 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake Isabellabusiness calls only, 760-379-2626

■ Southlake Station 719000 Navajo Ave.Weldonbusiness calls only, 760-378-3055

Kern Valley HospitalEmergency DepartmentMcCray & LaurelMountain Mesa760-379-2681

Recreation information■ U.S. Forest ServiceIsabella Lake office:4875 Ponderosa Drive.760-379-5646

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

General information■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce6404 Lake Isabella Blvd.Lake IsabellaLocal: 760-379-5236Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN

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

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a former wild mustang from LassenCounty who was rounded up by theBureau of Land Management. At twoyears of age, Modoc entered the wildhorse program at a correctional facili-ty in Carson City. Mustangs in the pro-gram are tamed, socialized and riddenfor the first time by inmates. Wildhorses have a keen sense of aware-ness from living as a prey species,which is needed for their survivalfrom day one. They can hear, see andsense activity at a longer distance wellbefore a human ear or eye can detectit, making them solid enforcementpartners.

“Protecting California’s preciousnatural resources all comes down toboots on the ground, which includescovering large areas of rough terrain,”said CDFW wildlife officer GaryDensford. “Utilizing horses makesperfect sense for the duties and workof a wildlife officer in the back coun-try.”

All horses used for patrol must besound, reliable and in good workingcondition. Each horse and rider isobserved yearly to ensure the equineunder saddle is sound and trail ready.All horse units are maintained in ahealthy, groomed condition and shallnot be ridden on patrol withoutappropriate hoof care.

Janice Mackey, CDFWCourier Outdoors

Wildlife officers at the CaliforniaDepartment of Fish & Wildlife are turn-ing to an age-old enforcement tool - thehorse - to help protect California’s nat-ural resources.

While there is no formal mountedpatrol unit, some wildlife officers areusing their own personal horses forroutine patrol in the back country.Much like canine partners, horses cansee, hear and go places faster and qui-eter than modern technology.Covering up to 20 miles a day, equinepatrols can show up where you leastexpect them, even in the most adverseconditions.

“As a 25-year law enforcement pro-fessional, I have used a variety of toolsin my career and my six-year old mus-tang is by far, one of the most practicalresources at my disposal,” said CDFWwildlife officer Jerry Karnow. “I cancover many miles a day in locations notaccessible by any vehicle, whichincludes a huge portion of California’soutback. As a mounted unit, I haveconfiscated illegal firearms, helped hik-ers find their way, put out illegal camp-fires and made arrests in crimes thatwould otherwise go unnoticed.”

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Man charged with poachingdeer with only the antlers and part ofedible meat removed. Bragdon facespossible charges including taking adeer without a license, tag or permit,failure to fill out tags, waste of game,failure to have a tag and possession ofmarijuana. If convicted, Bragdon couldface revocation of his hunting license,fines, probation and/or jail time.Bragdon was previously convicted oftwo misdemeanor hunting violations inNevada.

CalTIP is a confidential secret wit-ness program available forCalifornians to turn in poachers andpolluters encourages the public to pro-vide CDFW with information leadingto arrest and conviction. The toll-freehotline number is 888-334-2258.

Lt. Bill Dailey, CDFW Law Enforcement Courier Outdoors

California Department of Fish &Wildlife officers arrested a poacher inInyo County for allegedly illegally killinga trophy 3×3 deer in the G-3 zone.Joseph Eugene Bragdon, 37, of Bishopwas taken into custody after a $15,000arrest warrant was issued by the InyoCounty District Attorney.

CDFW wildlife officers received a tip,through the CalTIP hotline, thatBragdon took his juvenile son toDivision Creek in the trophy G-3 hunt-ing zone and killed a large mule deerbuck using a D-7 deer zone tag. Withthe assistance of the investigating war-den’s tracking dog, they located a dead


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Bodfish Bob’s German Green Beans

2 lb. wax or green beans2 T vegetable oil1/4 ccup chopped green onions2 T flour1 1/2 cup fat-free chicken broth1 T prepared mustard

Snap ends off beans. Cutbeans in half crosswise. Dropbeans into boiling, salted water.Boil rapidly uncovered 5 to 6minutes or until beans are justtender. Drain.

Heat oil in skillet over mediumheat. Sauté green onions 2 to 3minutes, stirring frequently.Sprinkle with flour. Mix well.Add chicken broth. Bring toboiling, stirring constantly.Reduce heat. Simmer 2 to 3 min-utes. Remove from heat. Stir inmustard. Correct seasoning totaste. Add beans to sauce. Mixwell. Cook over medium heat,stirring occasionally, until beansare heated. Serves 8.

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Thaw frozen green beans anddrain excess water off or draincanned green beans. Pour entirebottle of Italian dressing overbeans and marinate in refrigerator3 to 4 hours. Drain off dressingafter 3 or 4 hours. Slice greenonions after washing and toss withgreen beans. Wash cherry toma-toes and garnish on top of beansand onions. Or layer in attractivesalad bowl topping with tomatoes.

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1 1/2 lb. fresh green beans or substitute 1 can drained green beans4 strips bacon2 T pimento, chopped1 T vinegar1/4 tsp sugar1 T Worcestershire sauce1/4 tsp gdry mustard2 drops hot sauce (optional)

Cook fresh green beans anddrain, or substitute 1 can drainedgreen beans. Fry bacon until crisp;remove from skillet. Add remain-ing ingredients to the bacon drip-pings. Bring to a boil. Pour overthe beans and top with the crispbacon, crumbled. Stir and serve.Serves 4.

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"Boyhood" 12 years in the making

Ellar Coltrane, Ethan Hawke in“Boyhood”


Sam StruckhoffCourier Contributor

PICKS OF THE WEEK“Boyhood” (R) -- Over the course

of 12 years, director Richard Linklatermade a film about growing up inwhich we get to see an actor age.Mason (Ellar Coltrane) lives with hismom (Patricia Arquette) and his spas-tic older sister (Lorelei Linklater).Every so often, their rolling-stone dad(Ethan Hawke) comes back around toteach the kid a lesson about being aman or voicing his feelings. It’s a bigstory told in a series of smallmoments.

Starting when he was just 7 yearsold, Ellar Coltrane worked on the filmshoot with Linklater for a little whileeach summer. The result is Mason’scoming-of-age story, in which we seehow a contemplative boy caughtbetween his estranged parentschanges over years. It may not be themost life-altering story, but it truly is aunique movie-watching experience.

“Get On Up” (PG-13) -- JamesBrown, the Godfather of Soul, livedone of those lives made for musicalbiopics. He grew up impoverished ina dusty part of Georgia with an abu-sive father (Lennie James) and amother who walked out (Viola Davis).Chadwick Boseman (the lead in lastyear’s Jackie Robinson biopic, “42”),brings Brown to life with a cracklingenergy and fervent commitment.

Director Tate Taylor (“The Help”)shows the highs, lows and explosiveperformances that defined the man.Behind the scenes, Brown could be a

tyrant and a monster consumed bydrugs and ego, but a completely dif-ferent vision comes out when he’sbreaking himself down on stage. Thewild use of flashbacks and unevenpacing can be difficult, but Boseman’sperformance keeps you watching andcaring.

“Horns” (R) -- Ig Parrish (DanielRadcliffe) and Meri Williams (JunoTemple) are two little lovebirds, untilMeri’s body is found brutalized in thewoods. Ig, even with his boy-next-door looks, becomes the prime sus-pect and the most hated guy in town.Depressed and reviled over a crimehe didn’t commit, Ig starts to growhorns, literally. As Ig’s visagebecomes more devilish, peoplearound him feel compelled to spilltheir darkest desires to him, seekingpermission to do the bad things theyreally want to do. It’s a dark fantasythriller comedy with a new twist, butit’s so distracted that it can’t settle ona tone. A lack of tonal clarity makes ithard to laugh at jokes or gasp atdrama.

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Toy story -Santa came righton time at 2 p.m.to the Kern RiverValley Elks Lodgeon Sunday, Dec.21as the 1st dayof Winter blessedthe day with sun-shine.

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Happy Holidays to AllAs 2014 draws to a close, it's a good time to reflect on our accomplishments.

We've made numerous changes to our hospital over the last year, and to thecare we provide our patients and residents. I don't want to talk about thefinancial statistics, or volumes, or anything like that. I want to talk about howour hospital has come together as a team, in spite of many challenges thatwe've faced.

We've said good bye to some long-term dedicated staff, and we have anumber of new faces that are now a part of our family. While some of thesechanges are difficult to accept, we keep moving forward and embrace the needsof those whose care is entrusted to us. I'm truly grateful to all of our employeeswho support our mission of providing high quality care to the people of the KernRiver Valley, and to those who visit our many community offerings. I feel trulyblessed to be a part of healthcare team that is focused on providing the bestcare experience.

Here at Kern Valley Hospital, we take pride in continually working toimprove the patient experience, and create a healthier community for our valley.No partnership is more important than the one between our caregivers andpatients.

As you celebrate this holiday season, and our traditions that make this timeof year so special, let us give thanks for the blessings we've been given, and forthe gift we share in serving others in their time of need. Kern Valley Hospitalstrives to put you, our patients and our residents at the center of everything wedo, by listening to your concerns, understanding your needs, honoring yourchoices, and keeping you informed.

May this coming year be full of excitement, happiness, and prosperity for all.I wish you and your loved ones a wonderful holiday season and a joyousNew Year!

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Harry P. ThalCourier Columnist

The AffordableCare Act also knownas ObamaCarerequires by law thatmost Americans becovered with healthinsurance. Someindividuals and fam-ilies are able toreceive Federal tax credits to help paytheir monthly premiums. My officespecializes in helping families andindividuals get this coverage.

There are many who decided thatin 2014 they would rather pay thepenalty than purchase health insur-ance. For some, the gamble paid off,and they will be fined $95 for eachadult household member and halfthat per child or 1 percent of theirincome. So, a single person earningmore than $9,500 will be subject tothe 1 percent penalty. It will be inter-esting to watch those folks who areexpecting a tax refund in April to dis-cover that the penalties have beendeducted, and if there is no refund,they will be getting a tax bill, col-lectible by the IRS.

The penalty has increased for peo-ple who do not have health insur-ance. The $95 has more than tripled.The per-person penalty is now set a$325 per adult household memberand $162.50 per child. The percentageof income has doubled to now 2 per-cent, and will be even greater in 2016.So, in 2015, if an individual earnsabout $16,000 or less, they pay the flat$325, more than that; 2 percent of

their modified gross income.Whatever decisions you had made

for 2014 is now sealed. You will paythe piper in April. Now, the penaltyis greater. Enrollment is now avail-able for 2015. It is already too late toenroll in a plan effective January 1.Feb-ruary 1 effective date applica-tions are now being acceptedthrough January 15. The late enrolleewill be subject to the penalty times1/12 for each month they delay inenrollment.

Why pay a penalty at all? Thelower earner, the $16,000 single per-son will probably now qualify forMedi-Cal, have no penalty, and havecoverage if needed. What disturbsme most is the person who bases thefuture on their past. How often haveI heard someone tell me how healthythey are? These are the same peoplewho are calling 911 with a heartattack, get cancer or many other dis-eases, and surprised that it happenedto them. Dah! Perfectly healthy mewent for a colonoscopy, and I hadcolon cancer. Fortunately, it tookonly surgery and I am now two yearscancer free.

People who do not have healthinsurance are a burden on societyand their families. At the very least,they should discuss their optionswith a Certified Health Insuranceagent to see what the actual costsare. It may be surprising.

Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insur-ance broker in California (0621106) Thal ison the National Association of HealthUnderwriters Medicare Advisory Board. Hemay be reached at 760-376-2100, [email protected] or harrythal. com.

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KRV Community Fundtops $100,000!

swimming scholarships for chil-dren who are not able to participatedue to cost; and the SAL programoffering extracurricular events forstudents at risk from our local highschool, face the same dilemma. TheKRVCF endowment fund will helpfund organizations, like thoseabove, for the benefit of everyone inour Valley, year after year.

The KRVCF is modeled after theWomen’s and Girl’s Fund of KernCounty, which is an endowmentfund started several years ago.That fund now has a balance ofmore than $1 million dollars andawards $50,000 in grants each yearto fund projects and organizationsbenefiting women and girls in KernCounty. We are working to do thesame for our Valley. We hope touse our matching fund opportunityto continue to grow ourEndowment Fund to $200,000enabling us to award a total of$10,000 or more each year to wor-thy organizations and projects righthere in our Valley.

If you would like to contribute tothe KRVCF, make your fully taxdeductible check payable to KernCommunity Foundation, 3300Truxtun Ave., Suite 220, Bakersfield,CA 93301. Mark your check for thebenefit of the Kern River ValleyCommunity Fund.

For more information contact:Joe Ciriello 760-223-2345 or TimLassen 760-417-0526.

KRVCFCourier Release

As of December 2014, our KernRiver Valley Community Fund has abalance of more than $100,000. TheKRVCF is an Endowment Fund cre-ated and managed by a group ofresidents of the Kern River Valley.The Fund began in January of 2010,with a presentation at the Fine Artsbuilding at Kern Valley High School.

Since that time, The KRVCFreceived a contribution from ananonymous donor to be used tomatch contributions to theCommunity Fund for up to$100,000. That is to say, that everydollar contributed to the Fund ismatched by a dollar from the match-ing fund until we have raised the$100,000 which would give the Funda balance of more than $200,000.

An endowment fund is a fundwhere the principal of the fund staysin the fund and the interest from theprincipal is used for beneficial pur-poses each year. It is the gift that“keeps on giving” every year…for-ever. Most of the non-profit organi-zations in our Valley have no perma-nent source of income. They arelimited each year by how muchmoney they can raise for theirorganization. Many projects in ourValley Camp KEEP that sends mid-dle school students to a natural sci-ence camp each year; the KernValley Aquatics Program providing

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ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Events could inspireadventurous Lambs looking to make a major careeror personal move. But as always, get all the factsbefore rushing into any sort of deal or commitment.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) What seems to bea great opportunity could cause even usually practi-cal Taureans to ignore their inner caution cues. Bestto move carefully to avoid falling into unseen traps.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Need a holiday nowthat the seasonal festivities are behind you? Goodidea. Plan to go someplace wonderful. You'll returnrefreshed and more than ready for a new challenge.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Progress continuesto be made on that pesky workplace problem.Meanwhile, don’t assume a personal situation willwork itself out. Best to get more involved earlierthan later.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Catnaps are definitelyrecommended for Leos who had been going at ahectic pace over the holidays. Adding relaxationtime to your schedule helps restore your overdrawnenergy reserves.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 Sept. 22) Sure, some of the newfriends you made over the holidays might move outof your life at some point. But at least one mightshow significant “staying power” with some encour-agement.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Encourage family

members to join you in supporting a relative whocould be facing a difficult emotional challenge in theNew Year. Showing your love and concern helpskeep his or her hopes up.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) While a long-deferred decision suddenly might take on someurgency after news on a related matter, you stillneed to weigh all factors carefully before decidingone way or the other.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) This is agood time to reassess the earlier plan you made forthe New Year. Some elements you felt you coulddepend on to make it work might no longer carrythat assurance.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Forming arenewed connection with a former associate is onlythe first step toward working out your new plans.Be prepared for problems, and deal with them assoon as they arise.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) A romantic sit-uation that was going smoothly not too long agomight take a new turn. Be honest about your feel-ings before you decide whether to follow it or takeanother path.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) The wise Pisces(that’s you, of course) will make sure everyoneknows you plan to keep your options open and lis-ten to all sides of the situation before making anydecisions


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Philippine Street, Taft, CA 93268.Mailing address of business: 705Philippine Street, Taft, CA 93268.REGISTRANT: Marty L.Morales, 705 Philippine Street,Taft, CA 93268. Date the busi-ness commenced: 00/00/0000.Business is being conducted asan Individual. Notice: In accor-dance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious namestatement generally expires atthe end of five years from thedate on which it was filed in theoffice of the County Clerk,except, as provided in subdivi-sion (b) of Section 17920, whereit expires 40 days after anychange in the facts set forth inthe statement pursuant toSection 17913 other than achange in the residence addressof a registered owner. A newFictitious Business NameStatement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State ofa fictitious business name in vio-lation of the rights of anotherunder Federal, State or CommonLaw (see Section 14411 et seq.,Business and Professions Code).Signed: Marty L. Morales. Thisstatement filed on 11/26/2014.Expires 11/26/2019. Mary B.Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: A.Guerrero. Published by theKern River Courier December 5,12, 19 and 26, 2014.

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Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: S & B HOT SHOT SERVICES(2014 - B5913). Street address ofprincipal place of business:17846 Kranenburg, Bakersfield,CA 93314. Mailing address ofbusiness: P.O. Box 81914,Bakersfield, CA 93380. REGIS-TRANTS: Sherry Renee Jones,208 Flower Street, Bakersfield,CA 93305 and Charles RobertEnterline, 17846 Kranenburg,Bakersfield, CA 93314. Date thebusiness commenced:00/00/0000. Business is beingconducted as a GeneralPartnership. Notice: In accor-dance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious namestatement generally expires atthe end of five years from thedate on which it was filed in theoffice of the County Clerk,except, as provided in subdivi-sion (b) of Section 17920, whereit expires 40 days after anychange in the facts set forth inthe statement pursuant toSection 17913 other than achange in the residence addressof a registered owner. A newFictitious Business NameStatement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State ofa fictitious business name in vio-lation of the rights of anotherunder Federal, State or CommonLaw (see Section 14411 et seq.,Business and Professions Code).Signed: Sherry Jones. Thisstatement filed on 11/05/2014.Expires 11/05/2019. Mary B.Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J.Bojorquez. Published by theKern River Courier December 5,12, 19 and 26, 2014.


Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: BABY CAFE (2014 - B6295),DBA #2: CENTRAL VALLEYLACTATION ASSOCIATION(2014 - B6296), DBA #3:WARMLINE (2014 - B6297).Street address of principal placeof business: 4101 Union Avenue,Suite #3, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2457. Mailing address of busi-ness: 4101 Union Avenue, Suite#3, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2457.REGISTRANT: La Cresta


Fictitious Business Name(s)DBA #1: SAKKA DESIGNS(2014 - B6031). Street address ofprincipal place of business:9829 Cimarron Trails Drive,Bakersfield, CA 93311. Mailingaddress of business: 9829Cimarron Trails Drive,Bakersfield, CA 93311. REGIS-TRANT: Susan Ehulani Sakka,9829 Cimarron Trails Drive,Bakersfield, CA 93311. Date thebusiness commenced:07/01/1999. Business is beingconducted as an Individual.Notice: In accordance with sub-division (a) of Section 17920, afictitious name statement gener-ally expires at the end of fiveyears from the date on which itwas filed in the office of theCounty Clerk, except, as provid-ed in subdivision (b) of Section17920, where it expires 40 daysafter any change in the facts setforth in the statement pursuantto Section 17913 other than achange in the residence addressof a registered owner. A newFictitious Business NameStatement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State ofa fictitious business name in vio-lation of the rights of anotherunder Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed:Susan Ehulani Sakka. Thisstatement filed on 11/12/2014.Expires 11/12/2019. Mary B.Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: M.Dominguez. Published by theKern River Courier December 5,12, 19 and 26, 2014.


Fictitious Business Name(s)DBA #1: TVS TELEVISIONNETWORK (2014 - B6214),DBA#2: TVS NETWORK (2014 -B6215). Street address of princi-pal place of business: 8901Glade Avenue, California City,CA 93505. Mailing address ofbusiness: 8901 Glade Avenue,California City, CA 93505.REGISTRANT: Thomas Ficara,8901 Glade Avenue, CaliforniaCity, CA 93505. Date the busi-ness commenced: 00/00/0000.Business is being conducted asan Individual. Notice: In accor-dance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious namestatement generally expires atthe end of five years from thedate on which it was filed in theoffice of the County Clerk,except, as provided in subdivi-sion (b) of Section 17920, whereit expires 40 days after anychange in the facts set forth inthe statement pursuant toSection 17913 other than achange in the residence addressof a registered owner. A newFictitious Business NameStatement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State ofa fictitious business name in vio-lation of the rights of anotherunder Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code). Signed:Thomas Ficara. This statementfiled on 11/20/2014. Expires11/20/2019. Mary B. Bedard,CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia.Published by the Kern RiverCourier December 5, 12, 19 and26, 2014.


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Foundation, 4101 Union Avenue,Suite #3, Bakersfield, CA 93305-2457. Date the business com-menced: 03/24/1978. Business isbeing conducted as aCorporation. Notice: In accor-dance with subdivision (a) ofSection 17920, a fictitious namestatement generally expires atthe end of five years from thedate on which it was filed in theoffice of the County Clerk,except, as provided in subdivi-sion (b) of Section 17920, where itexpires 40 days after any changein the facts set forth in the state-ment pursuant to Section 17913other than a change in the resi-dence address of a registeredowner. A new Fictitious BusinessName Statement must be filedbefore the expiration. The filingof this statement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State ofa fictitious business name in vio-lation of the rights of anotherunder Federal, State or CommonLaw (see Section 14411 et seq.,Business and Professions Code).Signed: Patricia J. Reis,Treasurer. This statement filedon 11/25/2014. Expires11/25/2019. Mary B. Bedard,CPA, Auditor-Controller-CountyClerk. By: A. Guerrero.Published by the Kern RiverCourier December 12, 19, 26,2014 and January 2, 2015.


Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: FAST AUTO AND PAYDAYLOANS (2014 - B6219). Streetaddress of principal place ofbusiness: 1800 23rd Street, SuiteD, Bakersfield, CA 93001.Mailing address of business:8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406,Atlanta, GA 30350. REGIS-TRANT: Fast Auto Loans, Inc.,8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406,Atlanta, GA 30350. Date thebusiness commenced:08/01/2014. Business is beingconducted as a Corporation.Notice: In accordance with sub-division (a) of Section 17920, afictitious name statement gener-ally expires at the end of fiveyears from the date on which itwas filed in the office of theCounty Clerk, except, as provid-ed in subdivision (b) of Section17920, where it expires 40 daysafter any change in the facts setforth in the statement pursuantto Section 17913 other than achange in the residence addressof a registered owner. A newFictitious Business NameStatement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State ofa fictitious business name in vio-lation of the rights of anotherunder Federal, State or CommonLaw (see Section 14411 et seq.,Business and Professions Code).Signed: Terry E. Fields, VicePresident. This statement filedon 11/20/2014. Expires11/20/2019. Mary B. Bedard,CPA, Auditor-Controller-CountyClerk. By: J. Garcia. Publishedby the Kern River CourierDecember 19 and 26, 2014,January 2 and 9, 2015.


Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA#1: FAST AUTO AND PAYDAYLOANS (2014 - B6218). Streetaddress of principal place ofbusiness: 2222 North ChesterAvenue, Bakersfield, CA 93008.Mailing address of business:8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406,Atlanta, GA 30350. REGIS-TRANT: Fast Auto Loans, Inc.,8601 Dunwoody Place, Suite 406,Atlanta, GA 30350. Date thebusiness commenced:08/01/2014. Business is beingconducted as a Corporation.Notice: In accordance with sub-division (a) of Section 17920, a

fictitious name statement gener-ally expires at the end of fiveyears from the date on which itwas filed in the office of theCounty Clerk, except, as provid-ed in subdivision (b) of Section17920, where it expires 40 daysafter any change in the facts setforth in the statement pursuantto Section 17913 other than achange in the residence addressof a registered owner. A newFictitious Business NameStatement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State ofa fictitious business name in vio-lation of the rights of anotherunder Federal, State or CommonLaw (see Section 14411 et seq.,Business and Professions Code).Signed: Terry E. Fields, VicePresident. This statement filedon 11/20/2014. Expires11/20/2019. Mary B. Bedard,CPA, Auditor-Controller-CountyClerk. By: J. Garcia. Publishedby the Kern River CourierDecember 19 and 26, 2014,January 2 and 9, 2015.

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said. "I can't give her enoughkudos," he said regarding her inputin the remodeling process. Therestaurant features a full bar, about230 bottles of wine in a new winecase, and 12 domestic and craftbeers on tap. In the bar you will findnew sweeping copper metal coun-tertops. Thehouse wine offer-ing is CedarBrook, along withan expansivewine list.

The new themefor the restaurantis "Dining,Drinks, Views."

Preston and hiswife have puttogether whatthey believe is a"killer" menu.There is a 55 plusmenu whichranges from $4.99to $7.99, and a children's menu from$2.99 to $4.99. "Great Beginnings,"the breakfast menu, includesomelets, scramblers, Mexicanfavorites and sides, from $2.50 to$12.50. "Afternoon Delight," thelunch menu, features handcraftedburgers, fresh salads and sandwich-es and all-American favorites from$5.99 to $12.99. The dinner menu fea-tures steaks, lamb, seafood, chicken,ribs, pastas and comfort foods.Preston called particular attention towhat he thinks are the extraordinarypasta and shrimp dishes. Preston'sfavorite is the Blue Miner, a 16 oz. ribeye. Prices range from $12.99 to$35.99. Eleven items on the dessert

menu round out your meal.Referring to the kitchen, Preston

said, "The back support is thereright now. Now we need to do thecustomer building.

The restaurant bar, bathrooms,kitchen and dining areas have beencompletely remodeled with openbeams, knotty pine and river rockaccents, right down to the polished

concrete floorsand new fireplacehearth. The patiohas also beenupgraded. Prestonhopes to eventual-ly have quietacoustic and lightmusic entertain-ment.

The restauranthas an overall out-doors theme witha hunting andfishing lodge look."It is 100 percentnew," he said,(referring to the

new interior).Preston opened with a staff of 25

people who are "working hard, frontto back." He says that he spent time“working through the personalities,”to offer the most superb staff in theKern Valley. Preston hopes to alsooffer special venues which pair din-ner with wines, brews, tequilas orwhiskeys. These would be specialticket events.

Ewings on the Kern is located at125 Buena Vista Drive in Kernvilleand can be reached at 760-376-2411.They are open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner,with extended hours for holidaysand special events.

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occurring or about to occur. TheNational Weather service offers textalerts for watches and warnings. In theevent of a warning, the Service recom-mends that citizens get to higher groundand avoid going through any waterdeeper than six inches.

Chief Marshall advises that being pre-pared for a flood is very similar to beingprepared for a fire. The steps include tobe registered for ReadyKern, work withyour neighbors to move water on downthe hill, get sandbags today because

when the mud is moving it is too late,and when EMS says to evacuate, do it.Marshall advised that mud slides tend tooccur at night so it is important to beengaged before storms occur. Be pre-pared with what you need to take for anevacuation, medicines, baby food, dia-pers, a few clothes, pet supplies. You willnot be able to outrun it.

For weather information, go toweather.gov/Hanford or mobile.weath-er.gov on your phone. For emergencypreparedness information, go tofema.gov. You can also go toNWSHanford on Facebook or Twitter.

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