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Nov 20, 2008
 
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BREAKING NEWS: Human Remains Found in Lake of the Woods

By Gary Meyer

FRAZIER PARK, Calif. (Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 1:30 p.m.)—Human remains found on a hillside overlooking Lake of the Woods on Tuesday, Nov. 18 were still unidentified while sheriff’s search teams looked for evidence on Wednesday.

According to Kern County Sheriff’s Lt. Dave Barker, one skull and one rib had been located in the hills about a half mile north of the town of Lake of the Woods.

“The skull...  [more]

<B> <I><font color=red>BREAKING NEWS:</font></I></B> Human Remains Found in Lake of the Woods 
 

Will You Be Ready For The Big One?

The Great ShakeOut

By Patric Hedlund

“Are you ready to Shake- Out?” asked Assemblymember Jean Fuller (R-Bakersfield) this week. She was reminding us that earthquakes are an inevitable part of our future—as they have been a part of our past. In 1857 the largest earthquake in California history was centered near Fort Tejon—rupturing a 15-foot wide scar, 250 miles long. The shaking is said to have lasted for a full minute, or up to three. The U.S....  [more]

Will You Be Ready For The Big One? 
 

Agencies Coordinate For Winter Safety

By Gary Meyer

Public safety was topmost in the minds of 45 representatives from 17 agencies and organizations who met Wednesday, Oct. 29 at Cuddy Hall. They provided updates on plans for winter safety measures in this area.

California Highway Patrol Officer Craig Whitty said his agency does snow-chain enforcement at “the Y” when Mt. Pinos is open. If Mt. Pinos is not open, they pull back to Lake of the Woods or the Flying J in...  [more]

Agencies Coordinate For Winter Safety 
 

Football: Behind the Scenes

Photos and Report by Sara Woerter, intern to The Mountain Enterprise

During the football season, stories by Coach Tim Garcia told the public about the outstanding catches, tackles, kicks and passes made by Falcon players. But what about the people behind the scenes? Over the next two weeks, we will tell their stories.

The Falcons played their last regular home game of the season on Friday, Nov. 7. It was Senior Night—a tradition to honor seniors at...  [more]

Football: Behind the Scenes 
 

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Send Mountain Community events to Calendar@MountainEnterprise.com

Thursday, Nov. 13

  • The Great Southern California ShakeOut Earthquake Drill 10 a.m. www.shakeout.org Are you prepared?
  • Congressman Kevin McCarthy’s mobile office hours 10-11 a.m. Family Resource Center, 3015 Mt. Pinos Way, FP. For appointments (661) 327-3611.
  • Shop the Mountain submission deadline 12 p.m. 245-3794.
  • Assemblymember Jean Fuller’s Mobile Office Hours 3-5 p.m. Family Resource Center, 3015 Mt. Pinos...  [more]

News Alert: Fires Close Interstate 5 in Santa Clarita and Sylmar

FRAZIER PARK, Calif. (Saturday, Nov. 15 at 4:36 p.m.) — UPDATE: Interstate 5 is now open.

FRAZIER PARK, Calif. (Saturday, Nov. 15) — Wind-whipped wildfires have closed Interstate 5 from Santa Clarita to Sylmar as blazes burned dry brush between Sylmar and Porter Ranch.

Ten Thousand residents have been evacuated as winds reached 75 miles per hour carrying flames over hillsides east and west of Interstate 5. Up to 165 homes may have been burned, as of...  [more]

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How Did We Vote, and What Does It Mean?  

After the Election

Report compiled by Patric Hedlund

The longest presidential campaign in U.S. history led to the longest lines at polls in our history, across the country and on the mountain. There were 24 people waiting at 7 a.m. November 4...


High-Flying Salute to Veterans at Memorial  

By Gary Meyer

Over 130 people attended a moving and entertaining Veterans Day service at the Cody Prosser Memorial in Frazier Mountain Park on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

The colors were presented, the national anthem was sung by Christy Rose and Master of...


Going Home Again  

Pine Mountain Man Joins Missouri Voting Rights Team

By Paul Edwards

Some months ago I watched Stealing America Vote by Vote, a documentary. After reading a news report, “Vote Flipping and Vote Fraud in 9 States,” I decided to return to my...


Upcoming Event Reminder List  

Giant Barn Sale on Friday and Saturday Nov. 14, 15, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 16, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. off of Cuddy Valley Road (west on Darling Road, then follow signs to 1185 Imaginary Lane),...


The Best Time to Quit Smoking Is Now  

Are you joining the 33rd Great American Smokeout? Tell us about it.

There has never been a better time to quit smoking. Thursday, Nov. 20, is the 33rd Great American Smokeout. Since 1976 the American Cancer Society has provided free resources...


Environmental Justice Meeting  

On Saturday, Nov. 15 the Central California Environmental Justice Network holds its “Building Common Ground” conference at the College of the Sequoias, 915 Mooney Boulevard, in Visalia. Free registration begins at 8 a.m., and the conference is from 9:30 a.m....


 

Community
 Battle of the Bands and Garage Sale at FMHS Next Weekend   
 The Elephant in the Room   
 Boys & GirlS Club Fall Jamboree   
 Rotary Enjoyed Halloween   
 New Members' Reception At Pine Mountain Club   
 Pizza Party Leads to Pitching Debut   

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 David v. Goliath: Measure K   
 For Harold   
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 The Mountain Ride: Carpools Needed November 14, 2008   
 Enterprise on the Road: Tracie Dubois' Nine State Road Trip   
 Enterprise on the Road: Martha Morgan and Nathan Douglas Haunted in Tombstone   
 High Country Gardener: Red Hot Pokers in Red Hot Colors   

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 Falcon Losses Win Lessons   
 Soccer Highlights   
 
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