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'High Risk Stop' nets wanted man
Cathy Perfect
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New direction, vision for America’s forests, says Ag Secretary Vilsack
SEATTLE - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack outlined his vision for the future of our nation’s forests late last week. In his first major speech regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service, Vilsack set forth a new direction for conservation, management, and restoration of these natural treasures.
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Sweet Adelines showcase musical talent at annual Ice Cream Social
Pete Kleckner
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Special to the SunSusan Barr
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Robin Wyatt Little
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KUSD facing 'Mission Impossible' says Shive
Susan Barr
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Kern Valley Sheriff’s Activities League trip nets Pete Carroll meet
Susan Barr
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Water, high speed Internet on KRVR agenda
Valerie Cassity
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Cause of Corral fire under investigation
Cindy Thill
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Isabella Forest Order will not impact recreation areas, says Forest Supervisor Tina Terrell
Geri Adams
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Two missing hikers return home safely
Joe Collins and John Gaetz, cities unknown, were reported missing by their families to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday, about 5:00 p.m. The men were last seen about 9:00 a.m., Sunday, when they left for a nature hike and to explore caves in the Claraville area.
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SCE proposes improvements to Kern River No. 1 and Borel Canal Hydroelectric Facilities
The Sequoia National Forest is in the process of reviewing proposals submitted by Southern California Edison to make improvements at three locations along the Borel Canal and plans for reconstruction of three sites located at the Kern River No. 1 (KR1) facility located off Highway 178 in the Lower Kern Canyon.
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Susan Barr
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Town Hall Meeting to address long term care planning Aug. 19
A town hall meeting focusing on long term care planning resources in the Kern River Valley is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 19 at the Odd Fellows Lodge, 50 Tobias Street, in Kernville.
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Explore the night skies over Lake Isabella at Tillie Creek
Explore the night skies over Lake Isabella with Richard Burdge and members of the Kern River Valley Astronomy Club, when they present an astronomy program on Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Tillie Creek Amphitheater in Wofford Heights. The program begins at 8:30 p.m.
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Status of KC women and girls highlighted in community report
The Kern Community Foundation, in partnership with California State University, Bakersfield, announced the release of their 2009 Report on the Status of Women and Girls in Kern County at the CSUB campus on Tuesday, Aug. 11. The report highlights the needs of Kern’s women and girls and is intended as the basis for grantmaking from the Women’s and Girl’s Fund.
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Tragic accident claims life of Weldon man
Cathy Perfect
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South Fork Woman’s Club 'BBQ King' still grillin' despite obstacles
Susan Barr
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Cathy Perfect
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CEO McGlew: Portrait of commitment
Susan Barr
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Two arrested in marijuana growing operation
On July 31, deputies assigned to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Major Violator Unit served a search warrant near Cane Creek, west of Wofford Heights, on U.S. Forest Service property. A total of 3,158 marijuana plants were found and destroyed, according to the Kern County Sheriff’s Department.
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SCE proposes improvements to Kern River No. 1 and Borel Canal Hydroelectric Facilities
The Sequoia National Forest is in the process of reviewing proposals submitted by Southern California Edison to make improvements at three locations along the Borel Canal and plans for reconstruction of three sites located at the Kern River No. 1 (KR1) facility located off Highway 178 in the Lower Kern Canyon.
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KEDC begins educating girls in the energy industry with grant funds
Kern Economic Development Corporation will kick-off its pilot program, the Alliance of Women in Energy (AWE), with the help of a $7,500 grant awarded by Chevron. The grant’s funds will be applied to the Alliance of Women in Energy (AWE) mentoring initiative created by Kern EDC to promote innovation-centered education and to increase economically disadvantaged female students’ achievements in STEM-related (science, technology, engineering and math) curriculum. AWE will provide a coordinated, year-long mentoring program in low-income high schools in Bakersfield, and students will have the opportunity to obtain one-on-one mentoring with local professional women in a cross-section of energy-related businesses. The program will also provide the girls with real-life examples of career opportunities in the energy sector.
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What to do if you encounter a marijuana cultivation site
PORTERVILLE, CA—Summer is slowly winding toward the last days of fun and festivities. Public and employee safety is a key part of the U.S. Forest Service Mission of “caring or the land and serving people.” Here on the Sequoia we want your visit to your national forest wildlands to be safe. The marijuana cultivation season is in full swing and it is especially important to be aware of your surroundings on national forests.
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Law Enforcement
Public Agency Reports 08/19/09
California Highway Patrol:
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Former SNF pharmacist takes plea deal
Cathy Perfect
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Sheriff's units serve search warrants, 6,500 Marijuana plants and multiple firearms seized.
This is a news release of the Kern County Sheriff's Office. Tuesday, Aug. 04, at 4:57 p.m.Department Contact: Michael Bonsness
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Suspect in most recent pot bust arrested
In the early morning hours of Aug. 14, deputies assigned to the Kern County Sheriff's Department Major Violators Unit served a search warrant on U.S Forest property located at Sycamore Canyon, approximately 13 miles west of Lake Isabella, according to Michael Bonsness of the Kern County Sheriff's Office.
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Seat belts save Kernville family
Jodi Stauffer, of Kernville, and her four young passengers escaped injury on Hwy. 178 Friday afternoon because, according to CHP Patrolman Jason Krimsdorf, everyone was secured in seat belts or car seats
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ABC citations issued for alcohol sales to minors
Members of the Kern County Sheriff’s Office assisted the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control with an operation at Sierra Mountain Market, 6618 Wofford Heights Blvd. in Wofford Heights. Sheriff’s Deputies and ABC Agents went to the business to investigate sales of alcoholic beverages to minors following information provided by concerned residents of the Kern River Valley.
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Another 2,950 marijuana plants seized near Wofford Heights
On Aug. 11, during a multi-agency operation, deputies assigned to the Kern County Sheriff's Office Major Violators Unit assisted U.S Forrest Service in serving a search warrant on U.S. Forest Service land located approximately four miles west of Wofford Heights, one canyon west of Cane Creek.
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Public Agency Reports 08/26/09
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