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November 11 - 17, 2011 TAFT INDEPENDENT
November 11 - 17, 2011 • Volume 6 Issue 20www.Taftindependent.com
“Serving the West Kern County Communities of Taft, South Taft, Ford City, Maricopa, Fellows, McKittrick, Derby Acres, Dustin Acres, and the Cuyama Valley”
508 Center Street • 765-6550
The Best Beer Selection on Tap in Taft!Black GoldCafe and Deli
Open Monday-Saturday • 9am-2pm 5pm-8pm
Your Holiday Favorites Are All Here!
Try Them Hot, Iced or Blended
Peppermint Mocha& White Mocha
Taft Chamber Trout Derby This Saturday
The Place4014 Highway 33
Beautiful Downtown Ventucopa(661)766-2660
$1.50 Domestic Drafts5pm Until Close
Prime Rib, Salad, and Red Potatoes
NO TO GO’sStarts at 5pm Until Gone
$12.00 ALL YOU CAN EAT
SaturdayNovember 12th
Lunch specials served daily from 11am to 3pm and
includes drink
Lunch Specials
$8.9511am-3pm
includes drink
101 B. Street • Taft
(661)763-9890
El Jacalito Restaurant
Mexican Food & Seafood
Meet Your Westside Public Servants, Lucille Holt, City of Taft
Veterans DayHonoring Those Who Gave Their All
By Brianna Castaneda
Robert R. AbelRobert L. AdayWayne W. AgeeDan AndreottiGerald AngelichLeroy C. Appling Jr.Walter R. Austin IIEddie BaggettLloyd C. BallardJohn W. BeauchampIsaac BennettArther M. BerryEarl B. BlackdenKenneth E. BlairPaul L. BlairVernon BlueAlbert L. BonhamAndrew D. Breedlove Jr.James D. BroussardRonald M. BrownWilbern G.BrownAlbert M. BuchananGeorge E. BurlesonDale C. BurroughClaro L.CadenaLeroy E. CagleJerry CebeFrancis ChristensenHarvie W. ClammerRobert G. CoffeeGordon ColquohounGerald E. ConeClaud T. CookGeorge A.CookWilford J. CullenLaurence L. CunninghamCornelius G. DavenportNeil DavenportCharles R. DeakinsJustin R. DickersonRalph E. DingmanJohn C. Donowho
Robert E. DuffFred DundasMurrel R. DunnDennis E. DyerScott E. EllettHerbert S. EvansEmile A. EynaudRenato J. FanucchiJames FealsCharles R. FosterWibur FrazierHerbert H. FritzieCarl FrylingRobert S. FultonJames B. GarretsonHugh GarrityWalter J.GattLarrie J. GotcherCharles E. GravesDoyle E. GrayLeroy S. HallWilliam O. HallEdgar T. HarderCharles D. HarnedJohn B. HarrisRaymond C. HeftonMarion HenningRobert G. HessWilliam W. HillJack R. HillaryGeorge R. HochstedlerLewis W. HopperGilbert L. HowellCharles W. HummerJohn F. HurleyOtto K. JacksonAngus M. JohnsonJames E. JohnsonLarry R. JohnsonLloyd D. JohnstonHoward KahlRalph L. Keeler
Floyd T. KelleyThomas R. KennedyGeorge KennellHelen G. KentJames K.KirwinHenry C. KofahlDennis C. KurtzHubart L. Lamar Jr.Robert S. LarsonFirstLastWalter C. LeBartheMilo LemertJoseph E. LindseyArthur M. LingoStanley H. LittleHerbert LockmanRoy V. LongWilliam F. LovittJohn A. MarrEvan V. MartenizBruce MaynardTheodore E. McCormickRobert McCurdyClifford C. McCutchenDonald D. McEachranJohn L. McGinnLowell D. McNeelyJames R. McNeeseHarvey C. MercerAlbert R. MorganJay C. MorganDonald W. MorrisLewis MoshierJohn MurphyJames M. Murray Jr.Oran Newton Jr.James S. NixWalter R. NorwoodArthur M. NuttChester L.O’Brien Jr.W. D. O’KeefeHarry O’Neal
Jacqueline OliverCharles D. OsborneFrank A. OsterStewart V. OursJohnnie S. OwensEugene L. OxfordAlfred PalmerDale I. ParkerDaniel R. ParkerJames F. PattersonClarence W. Paulsen Jr.Kenneth L. PayneDow K. PaytonCarl R. PeahlMeredith M. PearsonGail R. PenneyDonald L. PerryLarry S. PierceAllen W. PittmanJohn R. PowningJames T. PriceJohn C. Ramsey Jr.Larry W. RaseyJames H. Reed Jerold W. Reed Jr.William E. ReevesClaud ReynoldSampson RichardsJohn M. Richardson Marion M. Richardson Jr.Willis J. RicheyLeland R. RickerJohn F. RoachCharles M. RogersHarold L. RoseRobert J. RyanHarry N. SaylorJohn S. ScanlonWalter R. SchmidtEverett W. SchmittJames W. SealePaul V. Segrave
Jack SheaWilliam E. SimpsonJene C. SimsWilliam M.SmithOliver W. SnookCharles D. SooyNorval E. SparksLem SpencerJames StaffordWillie J. StaffordOran H. StalcupHobart N. StarbuckDonald SteinerFloyd A. StephensWilliam E. StoneMervin StrangJohn Q. SullivanJohn R. TaylorRobert R. TaylorHarry E. ThomasCecil E. ThompsonClinton W. ThompsonDon A. ThompsonHerbert E. ThompsonAchille VidailletCharles M. VisherHarold WaddellBarney C. WallisLeroy WandsLeslie L.WardJohn E. WildharberHerbert A. WilliamsonRobert W. WilsonSwen H. WinbergMarion L.WoodGeorge H. WooleyDennis P. WrightLewis YarbroughClaude YoungHomer S. Young
Westside’s Fallen Hero’s Honored at Veterans Monument Rededication
2 TAFT INDEPENDENT November 11 - 17, 2011
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Saturday 9am-6pm
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SAN JOAQUINAutomotive Center
$199.99
Billy MessengerVoted Best
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Cooling System Flush(includes up to 2 gal coolant, flush kit, conditioner)
A/C Service(includes up to 3oz of Freon, 2oz dye)
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2995*$Plus Tax
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Mon. - Sat. 9am - 6pm
Cement & Asphalt Cutting Glitz Sale
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November 11 - 17, 2011 TAFT INDEPENDENT
Community Events.........3
News Briefs.......................3
Westside Watcher............4
West SideRecreation Report..........5
Westside News.................6
Westside News.................7
Community Voices.........8
Westside News.................8
Classified Ads.................10
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The Taft Independent
508 Center StreetP.O. Box 268
Taft, California 93268(661) 765-6550
Fax (661) 765-6556
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.TaftIndependent.com
Locally and Independently owned since 2006
The Taft Independent is a locally owned community newspaper published weekly on Fridays for your enjoyment and reading pleasure. We publish 3,500 issues and distribute to over 225 locations in the city of Taft and the neighboring communities of Cuyama Valley, McKittrick, Maricopa, Fellows and Western Kern County, California.
The Independent is available free of charge, limited to one copy per reader. Additional copies are $1 each. The contents of the Taft Independent are copyrighted by the Taft Independent, and may not reproduced without specific written permission from the publisher.
We welcome contributions and suggestions. Our purpose is to present news and issues of importance to our readers.
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Publisher and Editor-in-ChiefMichael J. Long
Managing EditorAdvertising
Jessica Skidgel
Layout & DesignJessica Skidgel
Contributing Writers Jessica Miller, Kent Miller, Wesley Morris,
Nicole Frost
ColumnistsRandy Miller, Wendy Soto, Mimi Collins,
Jane McCabe, Dr. Harold Pease
Member California NewspaperPublishers Association
Printed in California
Taft California“Home of the Taft Oilworkers Monument”
“Gateway to the Carrizo Plain National Monument”
VFW Bingo Every Tuesday Night at 5:30pm
The VFW will hold Bingo Night every Tuesday at 6:30pm at 600 Hazelton Street in Maricopa. Doors open at 5:30pm, buy in is $5 a pack, food will be served. Come on out, bring a friend and support our vets!
End of Times Gallery Fall Art Classes
The End of Times Gallery, 428 Center Street, is offering the following Fall classes: Tuesdays - Adult drawing class, 1-2:30pmWednesdays - Adult Painting Class (acrylics) 1-2:30pmThursdays - Adult Water Color Class, 1-2:30pmSaturdays - Children’s Art Class, 10-11:30am. Supplies provided for a $3 fee per class.All classes are $12 per session, $40 per month.Please call for supply lists. For more information, please call Jane at 661-765-4790 or 661-623-0494.
Annual Taft Chamber Fishing Derby Saturday, November 12th
Fishermen of all ages are invited to compete in the Derby. The entry fee for adults is $20, for children 14 and under it is $10. There is a grand prize of $1,000 for the heaviest trout caught and prizes in each age group. Entry forms are available at the Chamber Office, 400 Kern Street in Taft, or at Bob’s Bait Bucket at 2131 S. Chester Avenue in Bakersfield. The gates at Lake Evans open for the Derby at 6:00AM, on Saturday, the 12th, and fishing will continue until 2:00 p.m. Awards will be an-nounced at 2:15 p.m. All fishing laws will be observed, and no observers are allowed to enter during the Derby’s duration.
Taft Wine Club Kick Off Thursday, November 17th
Local wine lovers will be able to enjoy fine wines from the Paso Robles wine growing region on Thursday, November 17th when Black Gold Cafe and Deli will host it’s first wine club event at 5:30pm. The event will feature red and white wines from the famous coastal wine growing area, with a discussion on each wine and a its unique-ness. For more information, or to become a member of the club, call Black Gold at 765-6550.
Community Poetry Slam Friday, November 18th
On November 18th, at 6:00p.m. the Taft College Literary Magazine Club will be holding a community poetry slam at Black Gold Cafe & Deli. Please arrive by 6:15 to receive people’s choice ballot. (Everyone votes!) Arrive with an original work of poetry or prose. Read for no more than three minutes. Everyone present votes for a favorite piece by secret ballot. The author with the most votes will be published in the Taft Independent. Prizes will be given for second and third place as well. Ques-tions? email [email protected].
Grandma’s Attic Preschool Story Time Every Saturday Through Nov. 19th
The fall session of Grandma’s Attic Storytime has begun at the Taft Branch Library and will continue every Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. through November 19. Aimed at 5 to 8 year-olds, Grandma’s Attic offers an old trunk full of surprises and stories presented by a different volunteer reader each week. Children who partici-pate will receive a form to return to their teacher for credit in their school reading program. Preschool Storytime, for 3 to 5 year-olds, takes place weekly on Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. Parents are always welcome to attend, or may enjoy some library or computer time while their child is occupied. For more information, call 763-3294 or visit the library at 27 Emmons Park Drive.
Carrisa Plains Women’s Club Holiday Craft & Gift Show Sunday, November 20th
The Carrisa Plains Women’s Club will be holding their annual Holiday Craft & Gift Show Sunday, November 20th from 10am to 4pm at the Carrisa Plains Heritage Association Community Center at 10750 Carrisa Hwy 58, Carrisa Plains. There will be door prizes, raffle, homemade baked goods, handmade crafts, specialty gifts, lunch, dessert booth. Come to visit, come to eat, come to brows, come to buy. For booth information call Debbie Twisselman (805)459-9838 or Jani Kasfeldt (805)475-2231 or Gail Traver at (805)475-2285 or (805)674-3780
Taft Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade Monday, December 5th
This year’s Christmas Parade will travel down Center Street on Monday evening, De-cember 5, starting at 7:00PM. A street lighting ceremony begins before the parade at 6:45PM. The chosen theme is Christmas in Red, White, and Blue, and the Chamber plans to give recognition to all veterans who pass by the Judges’ stand. All are invited to participate in the Parade. Entry forms are available at the Chamber, 400 Kern Street, in Taft, and from this newspaper. There is no fee to enter the parade, but proper paperwork must be completed and turned in to the Chamber by Tuesday, November 22.
CITY OF TAFT COUNCIL MEETINGSTuesday November 15th, 2011 – 7:00 p.m.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER209 EAST KERN STREET, TAFT, CA
(661) 763-1222AGENDA POSTED ON BULLETIN BOARD
OUTSIDE CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS ANDPOSTED AT THE CITY OF TAFT WEB SITE
www.cityoftaft.orgTELEVISED ON BRIGHT HOUSE CABLE CHANNEL 11:
Wednesday 8 p.m. Thursday 10 a.m. 8 p.m. Friday 10 a.m.
News BriefsCommunity Events
West Side Senior CareResidential Care Facility for the Elderly
Full Time Live-In Care
Now Open3 Openings Available • Women & Men Welcome
115 Adkisson Way - (661) 745-4220State License No. 157202510
Taft Chamber of Commerce Annual Fishing Derby This Saturday
The Chamber of Commerce Annual Fishing Derby will be held on Saturday, November 12, beginning at 6:00AM. Orchel Krier, this year’s Chairman for the event has announced the Derby will be held at Buena Vista Lake. Krier, Board member for the Chamber of Commerce, also announced the chance to win $20,000 will be offered again this year. “The Chamber’s Fishing Derby always is great fun, and we gave away the $20,000 grand prize a few years ago. It could happen again!” stated Chairman Krier. Fishermen of all ages are invited to compete in the Derby. The entry fee for adults is $20, for children 14 and under it is $10. There is a grand prize of $1,000 for the heaviest trout caught and prizes in each age group. Entry forms are avail-able at the Chamber Office, 400 Kern Street in Taft, or at Bob’s Bait Bucket at 2131 S. Chester Avenue in Bakersfield. The gates at Lake Evans open for the Derby at 6:00AM, on Saturday, the 12th, and fishing will continue until 2:00 p.m. Awards will be announced at 2:15 p.m. All fishing laws will be observed, and no observers are allowed to enter during the Derby’s duration.
Orchel Krier, Chairman.
4 TAFT INDEPENDENT November 11 - 17, 2011
Taft Wine Club Kicks-Off at Black Gold November 17thPaso Robles Wines to Debut
Local wine lovers will be able to enjoy fine wines from the Paso Robles wine growing region on Thursday, November 17th when Black Gold Cafe and Deli will host it’s first wine club event. The event will feature red and white wines from the famous coastal wine growing area, with a discussion on each wine and a its uniqueness. For more information, or to become a member of the club, call Black Gold at 765-6550.
Editorial
Westside Watcher
Your Guide To The Best Restaurants and Entertainment on the Westside
The Taft
Restaurant and Entertainment Guide
Independent
Taft Petroleum Club
450 Petroleum Club Road - 763-3268 Open Monday- Friday 4:30pm to Close
Ribeye Steak or Chicken Dinner from 6pm - 8pm
Asian ExperienceAsian Food and Pizza
Lunch and DinnerTuesday - Friday
11 am - 2 pm 4 pm - 9 pmSaturday 4 pm - 9 pm
215 Center Street, Taft763- 1815
Sagebrush Annie’sRestaurant and Wine Tasting
Tasting Sat. & Sun. 11:30-5 pmDinner by Reservation
4211 Highway 33, Ventucopa(661) 766-2319
Taft Crude Coffee HouseCoffee House and Deli
Monday – Friday 7 am to 4pm.
Saturday 7 am to 2 pmSundays 7:30 am to 10 am
1010 6th Street, Taft763-5156
Black Gold Cafe & DeliPastas - Sandwiches
Espresso - Beer - WineOpen Monday to Saturday
Lunch served 9am-1pmDinner served 5pm - 8pm
508 Center Street765-6550
Tumbleweed Café and Steakhouse
Steak, Seafood, Wild Game, Full Bar
Monday – Friday 6 am to 2 pmSaturday – Sunday 7 am – 2 pm
Dinner Hours Friday and Saturday 6 pm to 9 pm24870 Highway 33, Derby Acres
768-4655
Paik’s Ranch HouseWhere Everybody Meets
Breakfast, Lunch and DinnerOpen 7 Days
Mon. Tues. Thur. 6 am-8:30 pmSun. Wed. Fri. & Sat. 6 am - 9 pm
765-6915 200 Kern St. Taft
Sagebrush Annie’sRestaurant and Wine Tasting
Tasting Sat. & Sun. 11:30-5 pmDinner by Reservation
4211 Highway 33, Ventucopa(661) 766-2319
Your Restaurant ListedHERE
Call 765-6550
Asian Experience
215 Center Street 763-1815
Asian Food and PizzaLunch and DinnerTuesday - Friday
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Live Music Saturday Nights
Westside Entertainment
Sagebrush Annie’s
Wine TastingDinner by Reservation
Award Winning Wines
766-23194211 Highway 33, Ventucopa
Get Your Events in the Westside Entertainment Guide. Call 765-6550 or fax 765-6556
Your RestaurantListed Here!
Call765-6550!
Starting as low as $12 per
week!
Paik’sRanch House Restaurant
“Where Everybody Meets”
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerOpen 7 Days
Mon, Tues, Thurs - 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wed, Fri. Sat. and Sun. 6 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
765-6915200 Kern Street, Taft, Ca.
Your RestaurantListed Here!
Call 765-6550!Starting as low as
$12 per week!
MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALLEvery Monday is football at the club with great drink specials and free food. 3 large screen TV’s so you
don’t miss the action!
Book Your Christmas Party at the Club!
Hoist Saturday, Nov. 12thHoist will be rocking the Petroleum Club. If you missed them at the
pioneer saloon during bike fest come on out and see them play at the club. So come on out and hear some great 70s 7 80s hard rock music.
Club opens at 6pm and Hoist takes the stage at 9pm.
A Sharp Piece of Awesome Community Poetry Slam On November 18th, at 6:00p.m. the Taft College Literary Magazine Club will be holding a community poetry slam at Black Gold Cafe & Deli. Please arrive by 6:15 to receive people’s choice ballot. (Everyone votes!) The event is sponsored by Black Gold Cafe and The Taft Inde-pendent. Anyone may participate. Arrive with an original work of poetry or prose. Read for no more than three minutes. Everyone present votes for a favorite piece by secret ballot. Copies of the 2011 issue of A Sharp Piece of Awesome will be available for sale. Donations for the 2012 issue will be accepted. Editorial staff of journal will be present to accept submissions for 2012 issue. The author with the most votes will be published in the Taft In-dependent. Prizes will be given for second and third place as well. Questions? email [email protected].
Toys For Tots Taft Distribution Toys For Taft will now have a distribution in Taft for Taft fami-lies. Taft College is collecting new unwrapped toys for children between the ages of 0-10 years old. All donations will go to local Taft families in need. Collection boxes for Toyf of Tots will be located on the Taft College campus at the counseling center and bookstore. Toys will be collected through Friday, December 2nd. For more information, please contact Candace at 763-7934 or Krystal at 763-7754.
Friends Of The Taft College Library And Westside Friends of the Library Present A Christmas Carol Played by Duffy Hudson
Jacob Marley, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come are characters we have come to love and welcome into our homes and hearts. Join us as Broadway and film actor Duffy Hudson, without the aid of props or costumes while playing all 46 characters, brings this magical tale to life.This 75 minute show is ideal for the entire family. cosponsored by FOTCL and Westside Friends of the Library Thursday, December 1, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Cougar Room, Taft College Library
Veterans Day 2011Honoring Those That Gave Their All
Continued on Page 6
Wine Tasting Event atBlack Gold Cafe and Deli508 Center Street, Taft
Thursday, November 17th 6 p.m.
Featuring Wines From Paso Robles
Tablas CreekCarmody McKnightHalter Ranch$10 per personRSVP 623-4296
By Brianna Castaneda
The Taft community gathered Friday at Veterans Memorial Park for the celebra-tion and rededication of Taft’s Veterans Memorial Park Wall of Valor. The gloomy clouds did not discourage the crowd of local veterans, guests, family members and city councilmen who filled the assembled chairs and benches situated on the brand new grounds that circled the park’s new memorial Oak Tree. Minutes before the ceremony began, a small ray of sunlight beamed from beneath shad-owing clouds and a beautiful blue sky began to illuminate the park. The Dedication was opened by Craig Jones, City Public Works Manager who wel-comed the guests and gave a brief history and background of Veterans Day, acknowledg-ing the event for its celebration of all war Veterans - those who survived and those who died for our freedom. Taft historian, veteran and Pete Gianopulos spoke to the crowd delivering words of patriotism and sincerity for his fallen brothers, many of who
were also part of the wave of young Taft men that were called upon in our countries time of need. Still young boys, Gianopu-los and many other’s became men overnight, leaving the safety of their hometown to battle and risk their lives over-seas. Many were never able to see their hometown again. Mayor Randy Miller shared a brief and detailed story of his close brush with death dur-ing the Vietnam War. “My name could have been placed alongside these men,” Miller said. Miller was wounded by a piece of shrapnel while on river patrol in Vietnam in 1968. “That is the fortune of war, you never know,” Miller said. Funds to pay for the monu-ment renovation were made possible by hard working and dedicated volunteers, along with money raised for the Ba-kersfield Veterans Memorial. Over $25,000 was raised in Taft for both memorials from local donations. “The fundraiser was such a success, that funds left over from our street fundraiser were granted to Taft,” said Council-man Paul Linder.
November 11 - 17, 2011 TAFT INDEPENDENT
by Stephanie House
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West Side Recreation Report
WEST SIDE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT500 Cascade Place, Taft, CA 93268 (661) 763-4246
[email protected] www.wsrpd.com
MARK YOUR CALENDAR BINGOThursday AfternoonsGames start at 1:30 p.m.Community Center Assembly RoomAges 21 and olderBuy-in varies, $10-15 averageCash pots! Pull-tabs also sold.
EAGLE MTN. BUS TRIPMonday, December 3, 20117:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Bus leaves from Community CenterAges 21 and older$3 per personCall 763-4246 to reserve a spot on the bus!
TIE-DYE T-SHIRTSTuesday, November 153:00-4:30 p.m.Community Center Activity Building, 500 Cascade Place, TaftGrades 2-8$3 per person ** pre-registration required by November 14Bring a new, washed 100% cotton t-shirt and you will be able to tie-dye it! We will have all of the supplies to make a cool shirt. Kids are encouraged to wear old clothes to work in. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
KIDS FUN DAYTuesday, November 2210:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Community Center Assembly Room, 500 Cascade Place, TaftGrades K-6$3 per person ** pre-registration required by November 21There is no school today, so join us for a fun day of games, movies, crafts, lunch, snacks and more. Don’t forget to sign-up with a friend! Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
TINY TOT & INSTRUCTIONAL P.E.When: Monday – Friday Ages 2-3, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Ages 4-6, 12:30-1:30 p.m.Program Begins: November 7 (operates year-round)Where: Recreation Center GymnasiumFee: $3 per child, per day or $25 monthly What a great way for your little one to burn off some energy before nap time! This is an open gym session designed exclusively for little ones. Enjoy this fun-filled parent & me multi-sport/physical activity time with your child by tumbling on mats, shooting baskets, catching footballs, kicking soccer balls, running obstacle courses and other fun activities. A t-shirt is included in the price of monthly memberships.
GRID IRON FOOTBALL CAMPWho: Ages 8-15When: Saturday, November 19Time: 12:00-5:00 p.m.Where: Recreation Center Fee: $40 per personRegistration deadline: November 17This football camp will focus on drills (footwork, technique and fundamentals), weight and height measurements, competitions and awards. The camp is being hosted by our very own Kern County Superstar, Ben Ossai. Ben attended Stockdale High School and has football experience with the University of Washington, NFL Rams, AFL Spokane Shock, CFL BC Lions and the UFL Las Vegas Locos.
YOUTH BASKETBALLDivision I: Ages 7-9Division II: Ages 10-12Division III: Ages 13-15Division IV: Ages 16-17Registration deadline: December 2Fee: $40 per personPractices start the week of December 13, 2011This basketball program gives kids the opportunity to have fun while developing and strengthening their basketball skills during practices and games.
INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALLWho: Ages 3-6Practices: Tuesday and Thursday, 5:00-6:00 p.m.Games: SaturdaysPlace: Recreation Center GymnasiumFee: $25 per personRegistration deadline: January 5
PONYTAIL SOFTBALL – EARLY REGISTRATION$40: November 1 – December 22$45: December 27 – February 23$50: after February 23 (dependent on program availability)NO SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE AFTER FEBRUARY 23.Sign-up early for Ponytail Softball and save 10%! Early bird registration fee is only $40. The softball program is for girls ages 715. Practices begin the week of March 12, 2012 and the season begins April 14, 2012.
S.T.O.P. PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS(Strive To Optimize Participation)Did you know that the District has a youth scholarship program? Children in low income, single parent or multiple participant households are eligible! For more information, or to find out how your child can take advantage of reduced program fees, give us a call in the District Office at 763-4246.
RECREATION CENTERThe District’s new Recreation Center is now open! The Center includes a full-size gymnasium, weight room, 4-lane bowling alley, preschool room, activity room and restrooms/locker room. For more information, including operating hours and programs offered, visit the Recreation Center page on our website (www.wsrpd.com) or give the Center a call at 765-6677.
BOWLING PARTY RENTALSMake your reservation now!Reservations are now being accepted for party rentals at the bowling alley in the new Recreation Cen-ter. Parties may take place on Friday evenings, Saturday or Sunday. Rental fees start at $100 for 2-lane rentals. Rental prices include shoes, balls and use of the party room. The Center and bowling alley are slated to open in early September. Call 763-4246 for more information or to make a reservation.
PARTY PACKAGESMake your reservation now!Need help planning a birthday party, bridal shower or baby shower? We can help! For one low fee, we will provide a room, plates, napkins, forks, cups, balloons and invitations – all to match your theme or colors. And for a little extra, we can help with activities, too! Package prices start at $130. For more information, or to make a reservation, please call the District Office at 763-4246.
Friday, December 2, 2011 - 7:00 p.m.Saturday, December 3, 2011 - 7:00 p.m.Sunday, December 4, 2011 - 3:00 p.m.
Tickets will be sold at the door before each
performance or may be purchased in advance from
cast members and/or at the WSRPD Office, 500
Cascade Place in Taft. For more information, please
call 763-4246. www.wsrpd.com
THE MUSIC MAN is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019
Phone: 212-541-4694 Fax: 212-397-4684 www.MTIShows.com
Taft Union High School Auditorium1 Wildcat Way, Taft
Admission:$5.00 children (3-12) and seniors (60+)
$7.00 adults
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We Salute Our Veterans By Kevin McCarthy
Throughout our nation’s history, America has been a shining city on a hill to the rest of the world – a representation of what freedom and a democratic system of government can produce. And we have the men and women of our Armed
Forces to thank for it. From the First World War to World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan – our military has been the force protecting our nation and way of life. On Veterans Day, we honor those who have served and, as always, remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. I know many have loved ones serving abroad and are praying for their safe return. Right now, there are approximately 22.7 million veterans in America. Nearly 2 million of those are living in California, and our Congressional District is home to one of the highest concentrations of veterans in the state – nearly 55,000. Just a few examples of the courageous individuals from our com-munities who have answered the call to defend America include: Lance Corporal Charles “Dillon” Miller, who was wounded in Afghanistan and returned to San Luis Obispo in July; highly decorated Korean War veteran Larry Ybanez who continues to give his time assisting fellow veterans; Iraq War veterans Jeremy Staat and Wesley Barrientos, who are gearing up to ride across the country from the Wall of Valor Memorial in Bakersfield to the Vietnam Memorial in Washington DC to unify the nation’s vets; and Ashleigh Martel, a veteran of the Iraq War who now works at the Kern County Veteran Services Department. The men and women that have served our country deserve our gratitude for the sacrifices they and their families have made to ensure we can wake every morning to a nation full of endless possibility; a nation where we can pursue and achieve our dreams. One way we can demonstrate our gratitude is to ensure that those who have served receive the benefits they earned. This past August, legislation I voted for was signed in to law to ensure that veterans receiving tuition aid under the GI bill continue to receive the funding they are entitled to. I was also pleased to vote for legisla-tion to improve job training programs and employment oppor-tunities for our veterans. In addition, I requested an independent audit to get to the bottom of the continued backlog and delays our local veterans have been experiencing with their health care in our region. As we take a moment to remember those who have answered the call of duty, let us renew our commitment to honor them when they return home. We are a grateful nation and I know our communities especially will always make sure that our veterans are shown our heartfelt appreciation. I encourage everyone to take a moment to thank a veteran for their service this Veterans Day and to reflect upon the opportunities afforded us because of their sacrifice.
If you’re buying your first home or you need information on the various code requirements involved with owning a home, then Lucille Holt is the person to talk to. Holt has been a Grant Administrator and Enterprise Manager for Taft’s City Hall since 2006. She builds houses for the First Time Home Buyer Program, somewhat like a contractor, and she also handles rehabilitation for code deficiencies such as wiring, heating and health and safety violations. As Enterprise Manager, Holt does all of the marketing, vouchering and publicity for the City’s programs. “I didn’t start working for the City until December of 2006,” said Holt. “I had retired and I was writing grants for a local non-profit. I decided to un-retire and work here.” Originally from McAllister, Oklahoma, Holt spent a lot of her life in Bakersfield and she moved to Taft to work at City Hall. “There was a council member that approached me to work as the Grant Administrator,” explained Holt. “At first, I wasn’t sure if I wanted to take the job but I’m glad I did. It’s very diverse, but it is not low-stress.” Much of the stress that Holt faces every day comes from the vast amount of tasks she is faced with. From working on the site of a home to researching for grants and competing for funding, Holt is always busy. Although her job is relatively stressful, Holt loves what she does and likes to make a difference in people’s lives. “Feeling like I can make a difference in your community is my
favorite part of my job,” said Holt. “Get-ting to oversee designs for the First Time Home Buyer Program is one of the fun parts, too.” Some of the pro-grams that are offered by Holt’s department include the First Time Home Buyer Program, Housing Rehabilita-tion, Business Loan Program and the Façade Program. If you are interested in speaking with Lu-cille Holt, contact the City Hall at 661-763-1222.
Meet Your Westside Public Servants, Lucille Holt, City of Taft Grant Administrator And Enterprise Manager
Roast New York
Lucille Holt
By Nicole Frost
More than 100 people gathered Friday at Taft Veteran’s Park to rededicate the memorial which had been renovated with new plaques honoring Westside hero’s who died in WWI, WW2, and the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Mayor Randy Miller and Veteran and historian Pete Gianopulos addressed the crowd of veterans and local residents.
Veteran’s Park Rededication
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Taft Manna 4 U Free Thanksgiving Dinner Taft Manna 4 U, the free hot meal and free gently used clothing program, is pleased to announce that once again they are offering their free annual Thanksgiving Dinner for the hurting and lonley people of Taft and the Westside area. This is the 5th annual din-ner and once again Taft Manna 4 U is looking for volunteers and donations to help with the feeding. The dinner will be served on Tuesday, November 22, starting at 11am and ending at 1;30pm. This will be a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the trim-mings. Taft Manna 4 U is still in need of donations, food, clothing and volunteers. A tax receipt is given for all donations. Taft Manna 4 U never sells clothing, it is given freely to all the needy and hurt-ing of the community. Taft Manna 4 U’s regular operating hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30am until 1:30pm. Taft Manna 4 U is a 501 C3 non-profit group. For more infor-mation, volunteering or donations please call 765-5851.
El Jacalito Mexican Restaurant Under New Management
101 B. Street • Taft
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El Jacalito Restaurant
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$8.95 Lunch specials served daily from 11am to 3pm and
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On Wednesday, El Jacalito Mexican Restaurant celebrated their grand opening with new owners Paco and Oscar Navarro. The Restaurant, located at 10th and B Streets in South Taft offers daily lunch specials between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for $8.95.
Paco and Oscar Navarro, and Head Cook Sergio Cruz of El Jacalito Restaurant
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Your Weekly Gas Price Update Average retail gasoline prices in California have fallen 0.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.82/g Monday, November 7th. This compares with the national average that has fallen 2.9 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.43/g, according to gasoline price website CaliforniaGasPrices.com. Including the change in gas prices in California during the past week, prices Monday, November 7th were 72.4 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 4.1 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. The national aver-age has not moved during the last month and stands 57.3 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago. “The national average is just one penny away from being the lowest we’ve seen since the start of March, even as crude oil prices have risen,” said Patrick DeHaan, GasBuddy.com Senior Petroleum Analyst. “Just in the last week, wholesale prices have moved 13 cents per gallon between the high and low, so it does remain surprising that average prices have moved very little,” DeHaan added.
Reminder: It’s Time To Change The Batteries In Your Smoke Detector The Kern County Fire Department would like to remind everyone to change the batteries in their smoke detectors today when they change their clocks back. After changing the batteries be sure to test the smoke detectors to ensure proper functioning. It is a good idea to change the batteries twice a year. A proper func-tioning smoke detector can make the difference between a safe evacuation from a house fire and a tragic outcome.
Chevron Honors Taft Manna 4 U Taft Manna 4 U, a 501 C3 public benefit non-profit corporation, is honored and pleased to announce that the Chevron Corporation has rewarded Taft Man-na for its public service work with a generous donation grant fo $5,000. Taft Manna 4 U has been providing free hot meals and free gently used clothing for over 5 years to the Taft area and the Westside of Kern County. The volunteers of Taft Manna 4 U work hard gathering and sorting clothing so children can wear clean, gently used clothing to school and not be teased by other students for wearing old, torn, or ill fitting clothing. Taft Manna 4 U will once again this year be offering their free anual Thanksgiving Dinner on Tuesday, November 22nd at their location, 201 Harrison Street in Taft. Meal time is 11am until 1:30pm with a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings. We all know times are getting tougher, we as a community have always pulled together to help each other. The Taft Manna 4 U group is in need of clothing, volunteers, and funds to keep the operation going. Taft Manna 4 U does not require an ID for the help they offer, nor do they turn anyone away. Please call 765-5851 for information, volunteering, or donations. Taft Manna 4 U wants to continue to make Taft the best of all places.
Hall Ambulance Service Communications Division Receives International Recognition Hall’s Communications Center Becomes One of Only 154 Accredited Centers of Excellence Hall Ambulance Service’s Operational Communications Division (OCD) has been recognized as an Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE) by the National Academies of Emergency Dispatch (NAED). OCD is the second dispatch center in Kern County, and one of only 154 in the world to achieve this level of distinction. Hall Ambulance Service Founder and President Harvey L. Hall said that “ACE accreditation is the highest distinction for comprehensive implementation and compliance with the Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS) and its associ-ated 20 Points of Excellence.” In addition to requiring proper system oversight, medical control and quality improvement programs, accreditation demands careful MPDS compliance and certification for all emergency call takers and medical dispatchers. Being an accredited center means that life-saving interventions are performed over the phone using established protocol consistently and uniformly by the communications staff at Hall Ambulance Service time and time again in the pursuit of excellence. Hall’s application process to become an ACE accredited dispatch center required months of statistical data, research, documentation, planning and checking protocol compliance against randomly selected events. Then, an onsite evaluation by the Academy’s Accreditation Board was arranged. After achieving the “Twenty Points” for accreditation necessary, the auditors provided a recommendation to the Board of Accreditation for recognition. “There’s a tremendous amount of work that goes into achieving ACE status,” said NAED President Scott Freitag. “We’re certainly proud of Hall Ambulance Service’s accomplishment.” “Accreditation demonstrates to not only each individual within the communications center, but to administration, our community and the world that Hall Ambulance Service is compliant with all international practice standards for Emer-gency Medical Dispatch,” says Jennifer LaFavor, manager of OCD. “It gives our call takers and dispatchers the recognition they deserve for their dedication to their work in EMS call taking and dispatching.” Official recognition will take place at NAED’s Navigator Conference, scheduled April 18-20, 2012 in Baltimore, Mary-land.
Occupy Wall Street Needs to Stay on Wall StreetBy Dr. Harold Pease
Some protesters say the Occupy Wall Street mother city should move to Oakland, California as the New York branch has not shown the “stomach” needed for the more violent form of confronta-tion necessary for “real” change and the weather is better for maintaining the movement through the winter months. Others say that a move to Washington D. C. is critical as the Congress is the only real agent of change, and Occupy should assemble, like everybody else, in front of the capital as did the Tea Party with their million July 4th 2010. “President Obama, can you hear us now?” repeated three times with added emphasis each time.
But those who study special interest groups know that Occupy Wall Street needs to stay right where it is, as within blocks of Zuccotti Park, where they are assembled, is the most powerful special interest group in the United States. Unbe-known to the protesters, they are located near the nerve center of U.S. foreign policy. Important visitors to the U.S. usually make at least two scheduled visits while in the United States, one to 58 East 68th Street, New York City, the other to the White House. Yes, this one organization (which I will not identify just yet) provides at least a third of all cabinet members and the Secretary of State of every administration since the 1930s. It has, and always will, until known more fully to the American people for its vast influence over both major political parties, provided all ambassadors to Russia, China and the United Nations as well. Its members fill most of the seats on the Federal Reserve Board, from whom most of our fiscal policy is determined. My Occupy friends, you have the power to bring attention and exposure to this semi- secret governance. You already want an audit of the Federal Reserve, and these members come from the organization just down the street. This organiza-tion in question cares nothing about you or your causes, and they are more responsible for your anger than any other single organization. Can you at least schedule a march to the address cited above and have discussion about this influence in your meetings? In your attempt to occupy colleges and cities throughout the land, would you please check out the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), not just from its sources, which you would expect to be favorable, but from the very numer-ous other sources fully documenting the power they hold over our media and government? Start with conclusions three and four of the three-year, 1954 Reece Congressional Committee Report issued by the House of Representatives that identified the CFR as the special interest group of large foundations, specifically the Carnage Endowment, the Rockefeller Foundation, the Ford Foundation, and the Rhodes Scholarship Trust (p. 169 and p. 176). “The power of the individual large foundation,” they wrote, was “enormous.” “It can exercise various forms of patronage which carry with them elements of thought control. It can exert immense influence on educational institutions, upon the educational processes, and upon educators. It is capable of invisible coercion through the power of its purse. It can materially predetermine the development of social and political concepts and courses of action through the process of granting and withholding foundation awards upon a selective basis, and by designing and promulgating projects which propel researchers in selected directions.” After noting the power of just one large foundation, such as those cited above, the House report continued, “This power to influence national policy is amplified tremendously when foundations act in concert. There is such a concentration of foundation power in the United States, operating in the social sciences and education.… It has ramifications in almost every phase of research and education, in communications and even in government” (p. 16). They noted that the productions, of what has become Wall Street’s special interest group, the Council on Foreign Rela-tions, “are not objective but are directed overwhelmingly at promoting the globalism concept.” How powerful was it by the time Congress first discovered its influence? It had come, they wrote, “to be in essence an agency of the United States government, no doubt carrying its internationalist bias with it”(Pp. 176-177). So my young friends, consider the possibility that you might just be a ploy to help these folks further some globalistic objective—perhaps the collapse of the economy in preparation for some world currency more easily managed by them. Extreme? Perhaps! But you are good at thinking out of the box so don’t move your headquarter and do make a visit just down the street to the real source of your concerns. Dr. Harold Pease is an expert on the United States Constitution. He has dedicated his career to studying the writings of the Founding Fathers and applying that knowledge to current events. He has taught history and political science from this perspective for over 25 years at Taft College. To read more of his weekly articles, please visit www.LibertyUnderFire.org.
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TAFT UNITEDMETHODIST CHURCH
630 North St. 765-5557
“Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors”
Pastor Cindy BrettschneiderSunday Morning Worship 10:00 AM
Adult Bible Study and Sunday School 11 AM
Adult Bible Study Monday 6:00 PMWednesday Night Service 6:00 PM
Praise Team meets on Thursday at 6:00 PM
Trinity Southern Baptist Church
400 Finley DriveWe invite you to join us
each week as we worship
Sunday Bible Study 9:45 amSunday Morning Worship 11:00 amSunday Evening Worship 6:00 pm
Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 6:00 pm
New Hope Temple“Connecting Lives”
308 Harrison Street765-4572
Sunday Morning WorshipService 10 a.m.
Sunday Evening WorshipService 6 p.m
Bible Classes All AgesWednesday 7 p.m.
NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Gateway Temple CommunityChristian
Fellowship631 North Street
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
St. Andrew’sEpiscopal Church
Sunday Service - 10 a.m.Rev. Linda Huggard
703 5th Street - Taft(661) 765-2378
Peace Lutheran Church- LCMSTaft- A caring community under Christ
We welcome you to worship with us at peace lutheran church, 26 Emmons Park Drive (across from the College). Worship service begins at 10:00 a.m.
Communion will be offered 1st and 3rd Sundays
Sunday School for all ages at 9:00 a.m.
The Pregnancy crisis center is now open and available for support and assistance. For information, call 763-4791
If you have a prayer request please call (661)765-2488. Leave a message if the pastor or secretary is not available
Angel Food Program Tues. 9am - 12pm Thurs. 3pm - 6pm
Sunday Services 10amUTURN Youth Service
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Weekly Classes Mon - ThursPlease call 765-7472 for info
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Sunday Morning Worship 9:45Sunday Evening Worship 5:00
Monday Evening Mens Prayer 7:00Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30
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PUBLIC NOTICEMichael Long, PublisherThe Taft Independent508 Center StreetTaft, CA 93268
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YARD SALESAdvertise your yard sale ad. 3 lines for $2, additional lines after that $2 each. Fax your ad to 765-6556 or call and leave message at 765-6550 by 12 p.m. Wednesday.
Yard Sale Saturday 7am-5pm 109 Naylor Ave. Clothes, dishes, household items.
Yard Sale Saturday 8am - 12 noon. 123 N. 10th St. CLUBHOUSE. Lots of everything, collectables, misc.
ANNOUNCEMENTSTaft House Sober Living. Beds available. $450 per month. 661 623-5188.
Are you a widow? Do you wonder what on earth am I here for? Widows meet twice a month on Tuesday 10 a.m. at the Buena Vista Mobile Home Club House. If interested, call June Selby 763-4845.
Grief Support Group, offered as a community service by Optimal Hospice Care. Meetings held Thursdays 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. At Chevron Valley Credit Union, Community Room, 1092 W. Kern St., Taft. Enter by outside entrance – Albertson’s Shopping Center. Free and open to the public. Info call 716-4000.
Alzheimer’s Disease Association Of Kern County is offering Respite Care here in Taft. Call-Cathy Perkins at 760-379-0848 for RESPITE CARE info. Respite Care is available every Thursday At the First Baptist Church located at 220 North St. from
Preserving for the Future
Real Estate eBroker Inc.325 Kern Street
Karri ChristensenLIC# 01522411 & #01333971
661-332-6597www.BuyTaft.com
Real Estate Sales & Purchase
Ken ShugartsAir Conditioning & Heating
9:00am—3:00pm.
For problems with Alcohol, Alcoholics Anonymous. 765-4016 or 763-3856.
BusinessServices
COMPUTER SERVICES
Taft PC Services
Computer RepairGraphic ArtsWeb Design
Virus Removal661-623-5188
YARD SERVICESJohn’s Yard Service. Basic Yard Care and Tree Trimming. 762-7292 or 839-7640.
EmploymentHELP WANTED
The Taft Indepenent is looking for a part-time
individual to solicit subscriptions and make weekly home and busi-ness deliveries. CDL
and Insurance Required. Experience Preferred.Incentive Based Com-
pensation. Call 765-6550
TEMPORARYEMPLOYMENT
Handy man wanted $15/hour. Must have experi-ence in installing; floor and tub tiles, cabinet Lavy sink, new doors and window replace-ment. Call cell phone (626)485-7852 ask for
Veronica.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
Wanted
Community
Miller’sBeauty Supply
510 Center Street(661)763-5445
Beauty SupplySalon
Boutique
30 Plus Years in ConstructionLicense No. 927634
We Do All Phases of ConstructionKitchen and Bathroom Specialists
Ken Shugarts (661) 343-0507
Plumbing • Septic • RooterFraming • Electrical • Concrete
Passion For Nails
(661)745-4913
Mon. to Fri.10am-7pm
Sat. 9am-6pm
1014 6th Street
Get It Rented!!
Place Your Ad for $2 Per Line! Call Today
(661)765-6550
LONG TO HAVE THE STANDING OF THE TAFT INDEPENDENT AS A NEWSPAPER OF GENERAL CIRCULATION ASCERTAINED AND ESTABLISHED.
CASE NO: S-1500-CV-274771
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR ORDER DECLARING STATUS OF NEWSPAPER AS ONE OF GENERAL CIRCULATION (GOV. CODE 6021)
Notice is hereby given that, on January 18, 2012, at 8:30am, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in Department 14 of this court, located at 1415 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California, petitioner intends to apply for an order declaring the newspaper known as The Taft Independent to be a newspaper of general circulation for Taft, California.
DATED: SEPTEMBER 23-2011
Petitioner Michael Long, PublisherThe Taft Independent508 Center StreetTaft, CA 93268 _________________
Michael Long, PublisherThat Taft Independent508 Center StreetTaft, CA 93268
SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STET OF CALIFORNIACOUNTY OF KERN
IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF MICHAEL LONG TO HAVE THE STANDING OF THE TAFT INDEPENDENT AS A NEWSPAPER OF GENERAL CIRCULATION ASCERTAINED AND ESTABLISHED.
CASE NO: S-1500-CV-274771
PETITION TO ASCERTAIN AND ESTABLISH STANDING AS NEWSPAPER OF GENERAL CIRCULATION (GOV. CODE 6008, 6020)
Petitioner, Michael Long, alleges: 1. Petitioner is the publisher of the newspaper known as The Taft Independent, hereafter referred to as “the newspaper.” 2. The newspaper is a newspaper of general
circulation published for the dissemination of local news and intelligence of a general character in Taft, California. The business address of the newspaper is 508 Center Street, Taft, California. 3. The newspaper has a bona fide subscription list of paying subscribers, numbering 536, and a substantial distribution to paying subscribers, numbering 346, within the City of Taft, California. 4. For more than three years preceding the filing of this petition, the newspaper has been established under the name of The Taft Independent, and has been so established and published, that is, issued and sold or distributed regularly every Friday in Taft, Californai. 5. During each year of the three-year period preceding the filing of this petition, the newspaper has maintained a minimum coverage of local news and intelligence of a general character of not less than twenty-five percent of its total inches; it has had only one principal office of publication, located in Taft, California.
WHEREFORE, petitioner prays for judgment ascertaining and establishing the Taft Independent as a newspaper of general circulation, as defined in Section 6008 of the Government Code, for the City of Taft, County of Kern, California.
Dated this September 23, 2011
Petitioner
Michael Long, PublisherThe Taft Independent508 Center StreetTaft, CA 93268
I, Michael Long, am the petitioner in the above-entitled proceeding. I have read the foregoing petition and know the contents thereof. The same is true of my own knowledge, except as to those matters
which are therein alleged on information and belief, and as to those matters, I believe it to be true.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is tru and correct.September 23, 2011, Taft, California.
SignedMichael Long
For Rent 220 Montview3 bed 1 bath.
Fenced yard. Granite counter tops $795.
Paul Joyce 805-218-1686
Joyce Properties 661-765-6300
The Cell Fone StoreMóviles y Accesorios y
alimentos y más510 Finley Drive661-765-2500
G and FFootwear
Athletic and Tennis ShoesVans - Nike - Levis
Adio and More!T-Shirts and Pants405 Finley StreetIn the Pilot Plaza
Phone 340-8609
November 11 - 17, 2011 TAFT INDEPENDENT
Taft [email protected]
ANNOUNCEMENTSSERVICES
The Tumbleweed Bar and Restaurant
24870 Highway 33 in Derby Acres • (661) 768-4655Owner Orchel Krier Welcomes You and Your Family - Dinner Reservations
(661)763-4445No Appointment Needed for
Smog Check!Certified C.A.P. Station
General Automotive Repairs
• 661-763-4445 • 500 S. 10th Street
We CaterYour Place or Ours Full Bar
AvailableFor You Special
Event
Located in the Heart of Oil Country On the Petroleum Highway
Randy’s Trucking
(661) 763-4773 1050 Wood Street
Cart-Away Concrete Mix Trailer • Hydraulic Rotation and Tilt for Mixing and Dumping
• Mixes Concrete While Traveling • • Large Internal Blades •
• Rear Operator Control Panel •
Used to be Paul’sBike Shop
Qik Smog & Tune
Devon’s Body Shop
408 Main Street • (661)765-4337
Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Full Bar - Catering - RV Parking Available
Open 7 Days a Week
Precision Bodyworks & Towing
We take the DENTS out of ACCIDENTS
317 Main Street • Taft
Phone (661)763-4420
FAX (661)763-1389
Cell (661)577-6785
608 Center St.
2012 Bikes are Arriving NOW!
745-4919
HARRISON STREETAUTOMOTIVE
Monday-Friday 9-5:30, Saturday 9-3419 Harrison St. Taft, CA 93268 (661) 765-2987
www.shawswesternshop.com
Winter Accessories for your Aquariums and Terreriums
DON’T FORGET TO KEEP YOUR REPTILES & AQUATIC PETS
WARM THIS WINTER!
Exo Terra Heat Rocks and Mats
Aquarium Heaters
& Heat Cables
western shop & PET SUPPLY
Great Turtle Accessories In Stock! Food, Heaters, Islands & More!
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