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Dark Chocolate is Key to Valentine’s Heart n’ Health

From the February 12, 2010 Edition

If you plan to give candy to your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day, consider making it dark chocolate.

“If you give dark chocolate, your gift may actually benefit the heart of the person you are giving …

Wow! Did You See That? The Great Backyard Bird Count

From the February 12, 2010 Edition

This weekend, join in the fun of the 13th Annual Great Backyard Bird Count—from Friday through Monday. Whether you have 15 minutes or four days to devote to it, your counts are welcome.

Watch and …

Pipeline Dispute and Fluoride Plague Lebec Water District

From the February 12, 2010 Edition

By Katy Penland and Patric Hedlund

A possible recall effort against the Lebec County Water District Board is underway this week, as a dispute between developers and the board over a water pipeline continues to …

Census Job Test Dates Set

From the February 05, 2010 Edition

New dates for residents of the Mountain Communities to take the test to qualify for a $15.50/hour job with the 2010 U.S. Census program have been set. All testing will be at the Family Resource …

Special Web-Only Feature: Falcon Winter Formal Fun

From the February 05, 2010 Edition

Story and photos by Sara Woerter

Under the first full moon of the new year on January 30, the Frazier Mountain High School Cheerleaders hosted their annual Winter Formal dance. About 200 students dressed …

Update: Carrizo Plain Motorcycle Casualty Identified

From the February 05, 2010 Edition

UPDATE (February 8, 2010, 3:30 p.m.)—California Highway Patrol Officer Bill Irons reports the deceased as Matthew Drake, 28 of Fresno. Drake was riding off-road with four other motorcyclists when the accident occurred. The investigation is ongoing.

Frazier Park Resident Evicted and Arrested for Animal Cruelty

From the February 05, 2010 Edition

The following is from a news release of the Kern County Sheriff’s Office:

FRAZIER PARK (Monday, Feb. 8, 2010; 9:45 a.m.)—The Sheriff’s Civil Section served an eviction at 624 Elm Trail in Frazier Park. The …

James Schaffer Takes Plea Deal on Molestation Charges

From the February 05, 2010 Edition

By Patric Hedlund LEBEC (Monday, Feb. 8, 2010)—James Schaffer of Lebec agreed to a plea bargain Monday morning, Feb. 8,  just as the jury was about to be called for his trial on three counts …