Community

Old-Fashioned ‘Cruise Night’ Begins on Hill

From the September 05, 2008 Edition

By Chuck Noble

Until now, other than Run to the Pines there has been little to offer car buffs in the Mountain Communities. In looking for some additional places to show off my classic car, …

Elvis Sighting in Shangri La

From the September 05, 2008 Edition

Buddy Holly and ‘The King’ come to paradise

Q: How can a community picnic in the mountains feel like a day at the beach? A: When over 800 people spread their blankets and beach chairs …

I-5 Death and Crashes End Labor Day Weekend

From the September 05, 2008 Edition

By Gary Meyer and Patric Hedlund

“I could see his eyes in slow motion as he flew into my windshield,” Pine Mountain’s Nuala Ivic said at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 1, just minutes after motorcyclist …

Treasure Chest Of Info Offered At College Night

From the September 05, 2008 Edition

By Christine Goedhart-Humphrey

The ninth annual Kern County College Night will open its doors to 6,000 high school students, parents and community college transfer students from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8 at the …

Booster Club Calls for Help

From the September 05, 2008 Edition

By Jarudd Prosser

The Booster Club is in need of help on game days.

In the past, parents whose sons are on the JV team have worked in the snack bar during the Varsity game …

Meet Local Authors

From the August 29, 2008 Edition

A Peek into History September 6

By Eloise Richer

On Saturday, Sept. 6 the Ridge Route Communities Museum hosts an Author’s Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the museum (3515 Park Drive).

Harrison …

Qi Gong Demo for AARP Thursday, Sept. 4

From the August 29, 2008 Edition

By Gigi Day

After a two month summer hiatus, AARP Chapter 2915 will resume meetings on Thursday, Sept. 4. Potluck lunch starts at noon. The program following lunch will be a Qi Gong demonstration by …

College Night Set for September 8

From the August 29, 2008 Edition

By Steve Talbot, Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office

Representatives from 80 to 100 public and private colleges, universities and trade schools will gather at the Ninth Annual Kern County College Night on September 8. …

Single Parent Program Offers Tools for Success

From the August 29, 2008 Edition

By Anne Weber

A new Single Parent Program to provide tools for success, including help with career development and financial education. The program is offered by The Mountain Communities Family Resource Center (MCFRC).

It will …