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Volume 23, No. 15

April 11 - 17, 2014

Welcome to Snow totals are low and melting fast Jazzaffair #41 After the round of recent The paltry pack comes on the we have against natures whim.
storms there was some hope that the April 1 snow survey in the high country might show a little improvement. What the surveyors found was that the water content of 32 percent ranks this by JOHN ELLIOTT year among the lowest three ever No matter how much things since statewide numbers were change, they always seem to re- first recorded in 1930. main the same here at the greatest little small-venue jazz festival on the planet. The incomparable High Sierra Jazz Band, formed in 1976, just keeps on playing on. By now you may know that Marc Caparone, 40, has assumed his full-time role officially has High Sierras cornet/trumpet player. He replaces Bryan Shaw, who played with High Sierra for the past 15 years. Marc first sat in with Al Smith and High Sierra Jazz Band in 1987 at age 13 so you might say he has been rehearsing for this job ever since. Marc started attending jazz concerts as a toddler listening to his dad, Dave Caparone, an accomplished classic jazz trombonist. Dave was instrumental in the establishment of the Basin Street Regulars, a Pismo Beach jazz club. The elder Caparone has performed at Jazzaffair many times with various outfits. In 1976, it was High Sierra that played the first club concert by a guest band for the local club at the Pismo Vets Hall. In those early days, Dave played with the iconic K.O. Eckland and the Pismo clubs house band, Desolation Jazz Ensemble. THE STATELY YUCCA IS a perennial They played several early Jazzafsucculent that is currently befairs and Sierra Traditional Jazz ginning its annual bloom cycle Club concerts. with prodigious displays of fra-

New face on High Sierras front line

heels of the third driest winter on record, the driest calendar year in the previous 84, and the third consecutive season with below normal precipitation. The already low levels currently in the states reservoirs promise a gloomy summer for farmers and many communities. Were already seeing farmland fallowed and cities scrambling for water supplies, said Mark Cowin, director of the Department of Water Resources. We can hope conditions improve, but time is running out, and conservation is the only tool

Lake Kaweah is an example of whats going on up and down the Sierra Nevada. The local reservoir must now retain as much runoff as possible in the next few weeks as the snow rapidly melts. As of Thursday, April 10, the storage at Lake Kaweah was 33,600 acre feet (capacity is 185,000 acre feet). In Three Rivers, the total rainfall remains at 6.91 inches for the season. In 2009, the year-to-date total for Three Rivers was 7.09 inches on March 22; that year, it rained nearly 10 inches in the next two months.

Where in Three Rivers?

Town meeting tackles health-care plight

FHCN CEO provides industry updates


by JOHN ELLIOTT
At the monthly Town Hall meeting on Monday, April 7, Kerry Hydash, CEO of Family HealthCare Network, presented a rundown on the current state of the industry. She used a number of statistics to describe what is provided now (sick care) compared to what is needed (health care). Hydash, who has worked for the federally qualified FHCN for the past five years, took over for founder and former CEO Harry Foster one year ago. Foster was a pioneer in the development of the preferred model for providing medical services to everyone once millions more of the uninsured have joined the ranks of the insured as mandated by the Affordable Care Act. Foster chose Hydash to succeed his own tenure because of her strong accounting background and experience in the auditing of medical institutions. At the meeting, Hydash pointed out that Tulare County is among the places that needs fixing the most. She illustrated her point by showing that Tulare County ranks 49 out of 58 counties in healthcare outcomes. One out of three children in Tulare County is obese and that means higher costs for those patients who are headed for chronic illness as adults. Providing that health care is especially challenging in a county where 23 percent are uninsured and one quarter live below

KNOW WHERE THIS IS? Take a guess. The answer will be provided in next weeks issue. the poverty line. FHCN has confronted this problem and treats anyone that seeks care, whether insured or indigent. FHCN also accepts all insurance policies and provides an array of services to teach their patients to be proactive in living a healthy lifestyle. Lifestyles, or behaviors, make up more than 40 percent of whether ones outcome is sick or healthy. Because so many dont go to a doctor until they are sick, most of the FHCN patients have chronic conditions.

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mountainsides like candles.

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WEATHER WATCH

Saturday, April 12

Sunday, April 13

Monday, April 14

Tuesday, April 15

Wednesday, April 16

Thursday, April 17

Friday, April 18

Mostly sunny Hi 82 Lo 55

Sunny Hi 85 Lo 57

Sun and clouds Hi 87 Lo 57

Sunny Hi 82 Lo 52

Partly cloudy Hi 76 Lo 49

Partly cloudy Hi 76 Lo 53

Partly cloudy Hi 81 Lo 54

High temperatures in the mid 80s and lows in the mid 50s thats as good as it gets for Jazzaffair, the biggest party of the year in these parts. It will cool some by mid-week. Weather forecasters are afraid to jinx the chance for a real rain so from Wednesday through Saturday they have a daily 10 percent chance of a shower in the foothills. Wishful thinking at best but without a good rain, the landscape will soon wither and become extremely fire dangerous.

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What is your favorite jazz tune and who performs it best?

ASKED AT LIONS ARENAS JAZZAFFAIR RV CAMP

Doreen Ennis Retired banker Templeton Eighth Jazzaffair Its the arrangement of Somewhere over the Rainbow, performed by Brian Casserly and Cornet Chop Suey. And the best venue to hear them play that song? St. Anthony Retreat.

Al Reed Retired aerospace engineer Huntington Beach Fifteenth Jazzaffair Ive always liked the jazz classic When the Saints Go Marching In, especially when its performed by the Night Blooming Jazzmen. Its exciting, all the parades with the parasols. Chet Jaeger just keeps on with the great stories and entertaining gigs.

Herb Gerfen Gary and Carolyn Clinite Retired airport engineer Santa Maria Retired Paso Robles Eighth (or ninth) Jazzaffair
Third Jazzaffair

Teri Jones Retired Seal Beach Eighth Jazzaffair Its when the front line of Cornet Chop Suey sing the jazz standard Cherry, written in 1928. You dont hear vocal harmony like that too often at these festivals and when Chop Suey harmonize, its really pretty.

Orange Blossom Special. Its a tune played by almost every band with a fiddle, but nobody plays it like Tom Rigney.

La Mer. Its a French tune that was first recorded in 1946 by its composer Charles Trenet. Nobody plays it better than Pieter Meijers [High Sierra JB leader] with his clarinet solo. An English language version has been recorded by a number of artists as Beyond the Sea.

Life Without
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ABOUT LIFE WITHOUT


Life Without is a project that I embarked upon where, throughout the period of one year, I will be eliminating something from my life. Everything I give up will be for my health and longevity or for the betterment of the planet. So far, I am enjoying challenging myself to learn more about the implications (and sharing them with readers) of all I do (or dont do) in my life. Here are the previous Life Without undertakings:

MONTH 5: LIFE WITHOUT FACEBOOK


Time is a valuable gift. Every morning you are handed 24 golden hours. They are one of the few things in this world that you get free of charge. If you had all the money in the world, you couldnt buy an extra hour. What will you do with this priceless treasure?
AUTHOR UNKNOWN

sarah elliott

I have always prided myself on being a sensible Facebook user. I dont talk politics, dont discuss religion, stay far away from any squabbles. I appreciate being able to stay in touch with distant family members whom I would otherwise not communicate with on a regular basis. Now I know where I can find them if I need them. I like being in contact with

friends from my past lives Ive had about nine of them; lives, that is and from various aspects of my life: those Ive met through work, our mountain adventures, running, traveling, buddies from my school days, the favorite friends of my children now all grown up and doing amazing things, and others. In fact, I never knew I had so many friends. Around 300,

I believe. Its a high-schoolers dream to be as popular as I am. But Facebook has changed my life in ways Im not too crazy about. It takes a lot of time and nurturing to stay current with all these friends. Every. Single. Day. The time I used to spend reading, writing, or creating seems to now be spent scrolling Facebook. I have realized for some time now that Facebook is

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media, and this tends to lead to time pressure and neglect of other activities, not to mention bad ergonomics and mental overload. Facebook is actually competition for a newspaper, so Im consorting with the enemy. If people want to sell anything from their house to puppies, these days it gets posted first on Facebook. Classified ads used to be the Month 1: bread-and-butter of any newspaLife Without SITTING per, but not so anymore. Month 2: Letters to the editor have taken Life Without PLASTIC a hit too. No one feels the need Month 3: to put pen to paper (or fingers to Life Without keyboard) once theyve vented EATING ANIMALS on Facebook. Letters in a newsMonth 4: paper have rules of conduct and Life Without TOXINS sbe need to be somewhat polished; not so on Facebook. a huge time waster. (For the record, ads and other It is an addictive little pastime; communique published in this digital dope. Its easy to spend newspaper will reach a greater more time than planned on social and more diverse audience than most have access to on Facebook.) For someone who eschews everything corporate, I have

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Facebook: Bidding goodbye to social media


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THIS WEEKEND...

JAZZAFFAIR Friday, April 11, 2:45-10 pm; Saturday, April 12, 8:45 am-10:15 pm; Sunday, April 13, 10:15 am-5 pm; four venues at three sites: Lions Arena, Three Rivers Memorial Building, St. Anthony Retreat. The 41st annual event will showcase a dozen bands, including host High Sierra Jazz Band. Food and libations at all venues; free shuttle service. Tickets (available at each venue): $95 for all events/all days; $25 (Friday or Sunday); $45 (Saturday). RIVER VIEW LOUNGE: LIVE MUSIC Friday, April 11, 8 pm-midnight: Jam Night. Saturday, April 12, 9 pm: Dirty Poppas. Sunday, April 13, 4-8 pm: AC Myles. 42323 Sierra Dr.; 561-2211. ROUNDUP FOR HUNGER 5K RUN / 2-MILE WALK/RUN Saturday, April 12, 6:30-7:15 am (checkin); 7:15 am (2-mile start); 7:30 am (5K start); Bravo Lake/Woodlake Botanical Gardens. Participants receive T-shirts and refreshments. Awards for first three runners in each age group. Cost on race day: $25 (proceeds benefit Woodlake Food Pantry). Information: 564-2485.

Sunday, April 20, 6:30 am, St. Anthony Retreat, Three Rivers. A nondenominational outdoor service on the beautiful grounds of the Retreat Center. Breakfast follows the service (for a donation). THREE RIVERS TEAM ROPING Thursday-Sunday, April 24-27, Lions Roping Arena, Three Rivers. Four days of team ropings and barbecue dinners. Barrel races, Craig S. Thorn III Memorial Calf Branding, Pee Wee Dummy Roping, Pig Scramble. Cowboy church, live music and dance, raffle, and pick-a-prize drawing. Admission: $1. SQUARE DANCING CLUB Thursday, April 24, 7-9 pm, Three Rivers Arts Center, 41763 North Fork Dr. Monthly meeting of Three Riverss newest club that will teach and perform square dancing. Caller: Rick Hampton. Open to the public; $5 per person. 561-4270. WOODLAKE HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION: SPRING DINNER Friday, May 2, 6 pm, Woodlake Memorial Building. Annual fundraising event will celebrate Woodlake High Schools 100 years of graduating classes. The Foundation is currently searching for WHSs oldest graduates. Graduates, call: 8053975. For dinner tickets, call 564-2334 (or purchase online at www.Woodlake Foundation.org or at WHS office). REDBUD FESTIVAL Saturday, May 3, 10 am-5 pm; Sunday May 4, 10 am-4 pm; Three Rivers Memorial Building. Arts and crafts fair with live music, childrens activities, childrens art exhibit, and food. Vendors welcome. Free admission; open to the public. Information: artsthreerivers.org or 561-4417.

LIKING FACEBOOK
TOO MUCH
The average user spends 75 minutes per day on Facebook. The average user logs on to Facebook 6.1 times per day. 70% log in every time they start their computer or web reader. 26% feel ill at ease if they do not get to log in regularly.
University of Gothenburg study (2012)

This past week, however, a game came around that severely tested my restraint. The rules: list 15 authors in less than 15 minutes who have been inspirational. I couldnt resist; this is right up my alley. I typed those 15 authors in

COMING SOON...

SPRING BREAK Three Rivers School / Woodlake High School Monday, April 14 through Monday, April 21. Sequoia Union School Monday, April 14-Friday, April 25 (Spring Intersession) / Exeter High School Monday, April 14-Tuesday, April 22. THREE RIVERS COMMUNITY PLAN UPDATE: PUBLIC MEETING Monday, April 14, 7 pm, Three Rivers Arts Center. County planners will conduct a meeting on the status of the Community Plan and receive input regarding local priorities for the future direction of the town. (To view documents related to the plan, go to http://www.tularecounty.ca.gov/ rma/index.cfm/planning/three-riverscommunity-plan-update/) NATIONAL PARK WEEK: FREE ADMISSION Saturday-Sunday, April 19-20. The nations 401 national parks, including Sequoia and Kings Canyon, will celebrate the founding of the National Park Service 98 years ago by waiving entrance fees nationwide on this opening weekend of National Park Week (April 19-27). WINTER CONCERT SERIES: JAZZ Saturday, April 19, 7 pm, Community Presbyterian Church, Three Rivers. The last concert of the season will be performed by violinist Nigel Armstrong, accompanied by piano and bass for a night of expressive jazz. Tickets: $12; children free (an adult who brings a child to the concert also receives free admission). Tickets available at Chumps DVDs, www.threeriversperformingarts.org, and at the door. EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE

THREE RIVERS MUSIC FESTIVAL Saturday, May 10, 11 am-11 pm, Lions Arena, Three Rivers. Day-long concert featuring a dozen bands playing bluegrass, folk, and rock; food and meals; beer and wine, Kids Zone, silent auction, artists exhibits; and more. Proceeds benefit Emergency Aid Alliance, which provides financial support to local residents who need assistance due to a serious emergency, health condition, or with age-related challenges. Presale tickets: $10 (at Three Rivers Drug and Three Rivers Mercantile); $11 online; after May 1: $15 / $16 (online). Free for children 12 and under. Tickets/information: 561-4021; 3r-aid.org.

played right into Facebooks hands. I want likes, I want to be tagged, and I want to know where everybody goes on their about 30 seconds. Then, because vacations or at least where they I have so many beloved authors and didnt want to betray any of spent their Saturday night. them, I expanded on the list. My first game on Facebook ever. And one Facebook pal went all politically correct over it. It came out of left field, I never saw it coming, and I still dont understand the irascibility. Not a big deal, really, because I especially dont appreciate I have been waiting for an exhow much of a record Facebook keeps on me. Its alarming. Dont cuse to say goodbye to Facebelieve me? Go to your profile, book. When it comes down to not being able to proclaim my click Activity Log, then All. (I guess I should offer the dis- passion for reading phenomenal claimer that some people might literature without having a pronot want to do this with a sig- tagonist, Im out. Call it a midnificant other peering over their digital-life crisis. At first, I wasnt going to turn shoulder. There could be trouble if there is more to ones Face- Facebook completely off. As a book than just friends.) stopgap measure, I pulled up my Something I never took the list of friends and started weedtime to do on Facebook was to ing them out or, to use a Faceplay the games that come around book verb, unfriending them. list this, copy and share, tag friends or take the incessant quizzes that will tell you everyQuickBooks ~ Tax Preparation ~ Payroll thing from what your favorite color is to what Disney princess Individual, Small Business you are.

Facebook didnt make it an easy process to eliminate these virtual stalkers; purposefully, I assume. The site quickly bogged down and the list of people would rearrange itself, so I had to keep starting from the beginning and scroll through over and over again. After about 60 deletes of noncontributors, I didnt have the patience to continue. The next obvious choice was to consider Life Without Facebook. And so it shall be. I am going to de-tech. For the next 30 days at least, then Ill reevaluate if life is better or worse without my computer-generated social life. As a journalist, this might not be a good choice, and I have struggled with this for a while now. These days, sadly or otherwise, life happens on Facebook. Professionally, this could be a challenge. But now is as good a time as any. I am breaking up with my social network of virtual friends for an anti-social network (?) of enriched experiences with my real friends and family. Or maybe Ill just use my newfound time to clean house.

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Church pastors
A church congregation has an important ingredient, that of its pastor; a pastor to preach, teach, counsel, help, lead, comfort, marry, and bury. The following have provided these indispensable services to the Community Presbyterian Church over the past 75 years: Rev. E.M.Keeler (dates not recorded) Rev. William Sutherland (dates not recorded) Rev. John Buchholz November 1941-November 1944 Rev. V. BritteIl February 1945-October 1947 Rev. Robert C. Pooley Jr. March 1948-March 1950 Rev. Carl Fritz April 1951-July 1953 Rev. Hugh R. Foster November 1953-May 1957 Richard Avery June-September 1957 (Princeton Seminary student) Rev. H.F. Truscott September 1957-June 1958 Rev. Wallace J. Anderson June 1958-April 1960 Rev. David McMartin May 1960-May 1961 Rev. Thomas Umholtz July 1961-July 1966 Rev. Wallis R. Riese Jr. June 1967-March 1970 Rev. Leo K. Brown March 1970-January 1971

History of the Community Presbyterian Church


by Shirley Lilly
Here is another installment in a year-long series leading up to the Community Presbyterian Churchs 75th anniversary this year. An outstanding and dedicated group of women in the Community Presbyterian Church has undergone three changes in name over the years. First known as the Womens Association, then Presbyterian Women, the name was shortened to P.W. with a new constitution and bylaws in September 1962. P.W. conducts regularly sched-

All are welcome to visit Three Riverss oldest church during this Sundays

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JAZZ WORSHIP SERVICE

uled monthly meetings with elected officers: moderator, vicemoderator (programs), secretary, treasurer, hospitality and coordinating team. Also, an organization as large and active as P.W. requires ancillary officers. These responsibilities include sanctuary decorations, Sunshine Chair, publicity, and music, as well as telephone and kitchen workers. An active, involved congre-

Marc Caparone is the newest member of High Sierra Jazz Band.

MARC CAPARONE

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FAMILY: Marc Caparone lives in Paso Robles with his wife, Dawn, and two children, James, 3, and Emmaline, 1. PLACE OF BIRTH: San Luis Obispo. OCCUPATION: For the past 20 years, I have worked for our family business, Caparone Winery, which is the oldest winery under original ownership in Paso Robles. My dad started the business in 1979, and I came on full time there in 1994 after I graduated from UC Davis with a degree in history. I also do freelance work as a jazz trumpet player, specializing in early jazz and swing styles. I am a member of High Sierra Jazz Band. FAVORITE FOOD: Barbecue. FAVORITE MOVIE: Its a Gift with W.C. Fields. FAVORITE BOOK OR AUTHOR: Anything by H.L. Mencken. FAVORITE MUSIC: Oldies from the 1950s and 60s. DIVERSIONS / LEISURELY PURSUITS: In my spare time, I like to play with my kids. I also like kayaking and hiking, and I collect records and jazz books. YOUR BIO IN SIX WORDS: Everything is doable in B flat. IN 10 YEARS, I HOPE TO BE: Enjoying my family and playing jazz. PET PEEVE: Improper uses of the apostrophe. ROAD TO THREE RIVERS: My connection with Three Rivers has always been related to High Sierra Jazz Band. I started playing with the band off and on in 2009, but I have known them and heard the band almost my entire life. My dad is an accomplished jazz trombonist, so I grew up listening to classic jazz. In the mid 70s, my father and a few others (including the legendary K.O. Eckland) started the Basin Street Regulars, which is a jazz club based in Pismo Beach. Shortly after they started, the group began having monthly Sunday concerts, and the first band they invited was High Sierra. Eckland formed a house band for the Basin Street Regulars called the Desolation Jazz Ensemble, and my father played trombone with them. The DJE, as they were called, played at Jazzaffair and often at the Sierra Traditonal Jazz Club concerts, so I have many memories of Three Rivers from my childhood. I recall that the original High Sierra trombonist Vic Kimzeys daughters would babysit my brother and me while my parents attended jazz concerts in Three Rivers. I saw my first snow after attending Jazzaffair one year, I remember. Later, as a teenager, I started trying to play jazz on the trumpet and played with a few bands. Al Smith, then leader of High Sierra, was always very generous and encouraging and was one of the first band leaders to invite me up to sit in with the band when I was 13. With encouragement from the High Sierra guys and many other wonderful musicians, I was off and running and have played jazz nonstop since. I have been very fortunate to meet and work with a lot of fantastic musicians over the years and have traveled all over the U.S. and also Europe and Japan playing jazz. I have played extended gigs in New Orleans and also played quite a bit at Disney California Adventure Park. I met my beautiful wife Dawn, who plays piano and is a first-class vocalist, while on a gig, so jazz music has been very good to me. Nowadays, I work quite a bit with High Sierra Jazz Band, and I enjoy it very much. Every band member is a friend, and the energy and enthusiasm of the group is irresistible. I always like coming back to Three Rivers.

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OBITUARIES.

Gene Dunn 1933 ~ 2014

Curtis Gene Dunn, a longtime resident of Visalia, died Saturday, March 29, 2014. He was 80. A celebration of life and open house will be held in Three Rivers on Sunday, April 13, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, Darren and Jenny Dunn, 43283 North Fork Drive. Gene was born June 21, 1933, in Stephenville, Texas, to Eldon and Verely Dunn. The family moved to Tulare County in 1936. Gene attended schools in Lindsay. He married his high school sweetheart, the former Lavene Kirkland. Gene graduated from College

Pastors
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Rev. Banes Anderson February 1971-ca. 1976 Rev. Harold Drown January 1977-June 1977 Rev. Keith Mitchell Aug. 1977-June 1989 Rev. Allan Philp July 1990 (interim) Rev. Wayne McKibbin October 1990-March 1993 Rev. Keith Hood April 1993-January 1994 Rev. Ed Spongberg January 1994 Rev. Keith E. Edwards March 1995-August 2003 Rev. Richard Paul Latta November 2003-November 2005 Rev. C. Arlin Talley July 2006-August 2011 Rev. Marilyn Yoder Creel September 2011-present (CPCs first woman pastor)

of the Sequoias and was attending Fresno State when the he was invited to serve in the United States Navy. He was proud of his service to his country and made lifelong friends during that time. When his duty to the Navy was complete, Gene and Lavene settled in Visalia, and Gene went to work at the Visalia Planing Mill. Gene eventually established the Kaweah Cabinet Shop. He sold the business in 1971 when he went to work for College of the Sequoias in Visalia as a building trades instructor. Gene taught at COS for 22 years, retiring in 1993. He loved to teach his trade and enjoyed working with his students on the project house, which was built each year on the campus. Gene had a passion for carpentry and loved to work in his shop, building anything from kitchen cabinets to playhouses and wooden guns for his grandchildren. Gene was preceded in death by his son, Doran Gene Dunn, and his parents.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Lavene Dunn, of Visalia; son Darren Dunn and wife Jenny of Three Rivers; daughter Dennett Dyer and husband Greg; his grandchildren, Captain Aaron Dunn and wife Leann, Casey Dunn, Molly Dunn, Hannah Dyer, and Abby Dyer; and two great-grandchildren, Emma and Conlan Dunn (children of Aaron and Leann); and his four sisters, Nelda Ellis, Bonnie Wall, Barbra Lemmons, and Lisa Dunn. Gene is also survived by his adopted children, David Atherton, Quinn Atherton, and their children, son Doran and daughters Della and Beverly; Phillip Lawrence and wife Linda and their children, Justin and Mandy; and Emily Lenardos.

Virginia Lee Brown, a former resident of Three Rivers, died Saturday, April 5, 2014, in Visalia. She was 90. A graveside service will be conducted Monday, April 14,

Virginia Brown 1923 ~ 2014

2014, at 10 a.m. at the Woodlake Cemetery, 165 N. Cypress St., Woodlake. Virginia was born October 28, 1923, in Woodlake to Hugo J. Galle and Lena W. Fast Galle. She was raised in Woodlake, graduated from Woodlake High School, and attended College of the Sequoias in Visalia. On April 25, 1947, Virginia married Billy Carl Brown at the Woodlake Presbyterian Church. Billy and Virginia made their first home in Three Rivers. (Billy was the son of Onis Brown of Lemon Cove/Three Rivers, legendary Sierra packer from 1914 well into the 1950s.) They later relocated to Clovis. In 1979, they returned to Three Rivers to enjoy their retirement years. In recent years, Virginia resided in Visalia. Virginia was a member of

VIRGINIA BROWN

Community Presbyterian Church in Three Rivers, where she served several years as a deacon. Virginia loved to garden, camp with her family, crochet, and play her organ. On June 2, 1990, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband

see OBITUARY, page 10

Catholic Easter Services

Church: PW provides support


CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 gation requires a plethora of willingness to help, and P.W. members supplied these needs. Fundraising programs are well organized, fun, and successful. For instance, for the Talents for Treasures fundraiser, women would offer a special talent or ability to share with or teach others who would purchase a session. The Women of the Bible Fashion Show was another fundraiser, but the two most legendary events are A Nostalgic Look at the Bride, in which gowns dating from 1838 to 1989 were modeled in the sanctuary on Saturday, May 5, 1990; and a Chauffeured Home Tour, held May 18, 1991, and April 29, 1995, that each spotlighted six unique Three Rivers homes. Shirley Lilly is a longtime member of the Presbyterian church and former church secretary.

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HIKINGTHE PARKS
Spring outing on Sequoias Middle Fork Trail
Because of the foothills locale, the Middle Fork Trail, which parallels the main fork of the Kaweah River nearly to its headwaters, is an excellent springtime hike. To get to the trailhead, take the Generals Highway to Hospital Rock (just over 5 miles from the Sequoia entrance station), then take the Buckeye Flat Campground road for a half mile. When the road divides, stay left for another 1.3 miles. The road from here is dirt and a single lane. It ends at the trailhead.

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PHOTOS, TOP, LEFT TO RIGHT: (1) A glimpse of the Great Western Divide with Mount Stewart on the right. (2) Castle Rocks just before sunrise. PHOTOS, SECOND ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: (1) A backpacker on his way to Redwood Meadow. (2) Hikers prepare to cross Moro Creek. (3) A shady section of the Middle Fork Trail. (4) Moro Rocks eastern exposure (top). (5) Panther Creek trail crossing (bottom). (6) A forest of manzanita.

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RATES: $10 for the first 20 words ($12 for FOR RENT ads) and 20 cents for each additional word. Found ads are FREE. DEADLINE: Wednesday, 3 pm. PAYMENT FOR CLASSIFIEDS ADS IS REQUIRED IN ADVANCE. SUBMISSIONS: Email ad to 3rnews@kaweahcommonwealth.com, then call 561-3627 with credit card information. Or deliver in person to 41841 Sierra Drive or mail with payment to P.O. Box 806, Three Rivers, CA 93271.

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TRAIL HORSE CLINIC AND HORSE CAMP Monday-Thursday, April 1417, both start at 10 am. For kids and adults. Information: www.wdnhorse. com. Register: 561-4268. (411p)

THREE RIVERS LIBRARY Open Tuesday, noon-5 pm, 6-8 pm; Wednesday, 10 am-1 pm, 2 pm-6 pm; Thursday, VILLAGE APARTMENTS 2-bdrm., 1-bath: Wood and tile noon-5 pm, 6-8 pm; Friday, 10 am-1 pm, 2-5 pm, Saturday, 10 am-1 pm, 2-5 floors throughout. $850/month. 2-bdrm., 1-bath: Close to shopping. pm. 42052 Eggers Dr., 561-4564. $800/month. Call agent, 561-2200 (tfb) STUDIO APARTMENT: Roomy and tranquil. $550 + deposit. DINELY: 2-bdrm., 3-bath. $950/ month + deposit. RIVER HOME: 2-bdrm., 1+ bath. $1,100/month + deposit. SIERRA VIEWS: 2-bdrm., 1+ bath. $1,500 + deposit. Affairs, 561-4560. CABRE 01017798
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YARD SALE Friday-Saturday-Sunday, April 11-12-13; 9 am-3 pm; 43490 North Fork Dr., Space #1, Three Rivers. Clothes, books, kitchenware, small appliances, furniture and more. No early birds please. (411p) ANNUAL COMFORT FOR KIDS YARD SALE Friday-Saturday, April 11-12, 9 am-2 pm, 40695 Cherokee Oaks Dr., Three Rivers. Grandmothers clock, gas barbecue, storage barrels and bins, occasional tables, patio furniture, bar stools, wicker shelf, books, cookware, flatware, fans, room heaters, quilt rack, microwave, small appliances, sewing machines, pictures and picture frames, trunk, holiday decor, stuffed animals, costume jewelry, 5-burner gas cooktop, golf clubs, pillows, snowboard, and more. Come find a treasure and support a good cause. (411p) NEXT WEEK! ANNUAL WOOD N HORSE SHOW TEAM YARD SALE Friday-Saturday, April 18-19, 8 am, 42846 North Fork Dr., Three Rivers. New and used horse tack and lots of other great items. (418p)

PUBLIC OFFICIALS
The following persons are doing business as: RIVER INN, 45176 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, CA 93271, Three Rivers, CA 93271. ZAMUNA LLC, 40105 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, CA 93271. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. MOHAMMED J. HOSSAIN, Manager This statement filed with the County Clerk of Tulare County on March 11, 2014. Roland P. Hill, County Clerk by Elisabet Murillo, deputy Published in The Kaweah Commonwealth on April 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2014.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 2014-0000429

FEDERAL
President: Barack Obama (D) White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20500 202/456-1414; 202/456-1111 website: www.whitehouse.gov U.S. Senators: Dianne Feinstein (D) Local Office: 2500 Tulare St. #4290 Fresno, CA 93721 559/485-7430 website: www.feinstein.senate.gov Barbara Boxer (D) Local Office: 2500 Tulare St. #5290 Fresno, CA 93721 559/497-5109 website: www.boxer.senate.gov U.S. Representative: Kevin McCarthy (R) District 23 Bakersfield Office: 4100 Empire Drive #150 Bakersfield, CA 93309 661/327-3611 http://kevinmccarthy.house.gov/

CHARMING 2-bdrm., 1-bath house. Trash/water included. No dogs. $750/ month + security deposit. Available now. 936-5810. RENOVATED TOWNHOUSE: New tile and carpet. 2-bdrm., 1-bath, with patio. A/C, washer/dryer hookups in garage. $695/month. CLEAN APARTMENT: 2-bdrm., 1-bath, refrigerator included. Washer/ dryer hookups in garage. $650/month. 623-4887 or 799-6795 (418p) SOUTH FORK 1-bdrm., 1-bath, Cinnamon Canyon. Spacious and beautiful. $900/month; first month + deposit. (559) 553-2570. (tfb) OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE Approximately 100 square feet in office on Sierra Drive. $150/month includes reliable DSL Internet. 260-2909.

CENTRAL VALLEY SHARPENING will be in Three Rivers on Saturday, April 12, 1-4 pm Village Market parking lot Bring your knives (pocket, serrated, kitchen cutlery), scissors (household, fabric, medical), grooming shears, salon shears, and more. Inquire about woodworking and garden tools. 429-1641 (411*) WEEDEATING BY WADABA Fast, dependable. Brush clearing too. Support your local African master drummer! Cell: 827-2700. Home: 561-6556. (411p) NITTY GRITTY CLEANING 10-plus years experience. Weekly, biweekly, monthly, or one time. References available. Trish, 799-9092. (tf)

FOR REGIONAL ROAD and WEATHER CONDITIONS


Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (559) 565-3341 Yosemite National Park (209) 372-0200 Giant Sequoia National Monument (559) 784-1500 California highways (800) 427-ROAD
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The following person is doing business as: LT ASIAN FRESH MEAT SUPERMARKET, 1318 E. Bardsley Ave., Tulare, CA 93274. LAULUE HER, 2705 Ivy Mill Dr., Buford, GA 30519. This business is conducted by an Individual. LAULUE HER, Owner This statement filed with the County Clerk of Tulare County on March 5, 2014. Roland P. Hill, County Clerk by Kasey Carroll, deputy Published in The Kaweah Commonwealth on March 21, 28, April 4, and 11, 2014.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 2014-0000381

STATE
Governor: Jerry Brown (D) c/o State Capitol, Suite 1173 Sacramento, CA 95814 916/445-2841; http://gov.ca.gov Senator: Jean Fuller Republican, District 18 Local Office: 5701 Truxton Ave. #150 Bakersfield, CA 93309 661/323-0443 http://cssrc.us/web/18/ Assemblyman: Jim Patterson Republican, District 23 Local Office: 6245 N. Fresno St. #106 Fresno, CA 93710 559/446-2029 http://arc.asm.ca.gov/member/AD23/

BEGINNING CANINE OBEDIENCE CLASS: Starts soon in Three Rivers. DOG BOARDING: Quiet country setting, late pick-up okay. $17/night. Call Donna, 697-7847 (411p)

2000 CHEVY BLAZER Silver, twodoor. Good condition, runs great. $3,500 OBO. 561-4417. (411p)

COMFORT FOR KIDS quilt project is currently in need of material quilt backing. Any cotton fabric is acceptable such as sheets that are no longer being used. Any size or any color (except white). Information: 561-3577.

The following persons are doing business as: CALIFORNIA LAND SURVEYING, 40507 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, CA 93271. CHARLES R. GILBERT, 43365 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, CA 93271; SAGE ROOT, 43259 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, CA 93271; DONALD M. STIVERS, 40507 Sierra Dr., Three Rivers, CA 93271. This business is conducted by a General Partnership. CHARLES GILBERT, Partner This statement filed with the County Clerk of Tulare County on April 8, 2014. Roland P. Hill, County Clerk by Maegan Hansen, deputy Published in The Kaweah Commonwealth on April 11, 18, 25, and May 2, 2014.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN Number: 2014-0000586

TULARE COUNTY
Meetings: Tuesdays, 9 a.m. County Civic Center Visalia, CA 93291 Phone: 559/636-5000 VIEW AGENDA: http://bosagendas.co.tulare.ca.us Allen Ishida, District 1 (Chairman 2012, Three Rivers; email: aishida@co.tulare. ca.us); Pete Vander Poel, District 2; Phil Cox, District 3; J. Steven Worthley, District 4 (Woodlake); Mike Ennis, District 5.

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KAWEAH NETWORK
t h e u l t i m a t e b u s i n e s s re s o u rc e c o n n e c t i o n
PLUMBING TRUCKING HEALTH/MEDICAL
SpineWorks Chiropractic
Wellness Center
FRIDAY APPOINTMENTS

ADVERTISING in this section accepted on a monthly basis. New ads accepted until noon Monday with four weeks prepayment. There is no charge for headings; new headings added as needed.

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Serving Three Rivers and the Valley since 1993

PET SERVICES
THREE RIVERS CRITTER SITTERS
In-home pet care

JOSEPH M. VEYNA, OWNER


Landscape Design Irrigation Systems EROSION CONTROL Weedeating Firebreaks Bobcat & Backhoe Services Railroad-tie Retaining Walls Steps & Borders Groundcover French Drains

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CRUTCHES, WHEELCHAIRS AND MORE

AT NO COST to Three Rivers residents

ANNIES GARDEN GROOMING


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CALIFORNIA STATE LAW requires contractors in categories defined in the Business and Professional Code to be registered with and licensed by the state, and licensed contractors must have their license number in all advertisements. These registration and licensing procedures provide certain protection and rights of recourse to customers contracting work with licensed contractors. The Kaweah Commonwealth newspaper does not approve qualifications of advertisers, but recommends that readers responding to advertisements placed in this classification request information from the advertiser as to license number or basis of exemption from license requirements before contracting work. For customer information regarding contractors and construction law, or to check the status of a contractors license, visit the Contractors State License Board website at: www.cslb.gov

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Jazz
continued from page 1

Dave Caparone said earlier this week that one of his favorite photos depicts a young Marc and his brother sound asleep in the front row at a Pismo jazz concert

The Whitlatch Group


Bill Whitlatch, Real Estate Broker, BRE Lic #00874715

525 W. Center, Ste D Visalia


email: wmillies@whitlatch.net

Wayne Millies, Sales Agent


BRE License 01783454

559-289-8551

RETAIL CENTER FOR SALE

ca. 1977. For Marc, jazz became internalized in his subconscious during those formative years. Along the way, Marc also became a skilled winemaker and a vested owner of the Caparone Winery in Paso Robles. After more than three decades of winemaking, the Caparone red vintages are some of the best smalllot coastal wines available. Changes in jazz lineups occur frequently, and the musical chairs are occupied by relatively few musicians, who are members of a tightly knit and small community. Notice this year, for instance,

some more changes in Titan Hot Seven. Jeff Barnhart has departed and has been replaced on the piano by Jason Wanner, formerly of Blue Street. Both are extraordinarily talented musicians, and they have already been spotted jamming together at another jazz fest so dont be surprised to see the same at Jazzaffair. Bob Draga, who wont ever stop playing his hot clarinet, is another Titan alum and has evolved as a special guest thats likely to play with any band at any time. He loves to jam with the kids, and the youth bands see Draga as a living legend.

Among the things that will never change at Jazzaffair is the camaraderie among the musicians, how much they love playing in Three Rivers, and the admiration they have for High Sierra and the local jazz community. And this year is one of those rare years when even the weather is cooperating. Let the good times roll on and on and on!

Obituary
continued from page 5
of 43 years, Billy. She was also preceded in death by her parents and sister Lucille McClure. Virginia is survived by her daughter, Connie Gilmore and husband Doug of Sanger; two sons, Mike Brown and wife Hazel of Terra Bella and Les Brown and wife Terry of Sanger; one sister, Marion St. Martin of Port Townsend, Wash.; six grandchildren, Steven Carleton, Daniel Brown, Carley Brown, Sandra Zendner, Michael Brawley, and Stan Brawley; and four greatgrandchildren, Kenneth, Jeffrey, Elizabeth, and Blake. Condolences may be made at www.millerchapel.com.

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MOUNTAIN VIEW REALTY


NEW LISTING - At over 3,000 sq. ft., this is one of the largest homes in Cherokee Oaks. At the end of a quiet street, the home is beautifully landscaped and has 3 bd. upMember stairs, plus a full suite of rooms, including bath, downMultiple stairs. Fine view up the South Fork canyon. $289,000. NEW LISTING - Superbly maintained 2 bd., 2ba. home Listing on a large parcel with a gorgeous view of the High Sierra. Service Attached 2-car garage, plus a detached 2-car garage, and a covered RV area. In-ground pool overlooks the broad pasture. Several mature citrus trees. Recent roof. Quiet and private. $279,00 MINUTES FROM SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK Member Comfortable, well-maintained, 3 bd., 2 ba.,. Over 2 dozen California fruit trees and mature grapes, large raised vegetable beds, irrigation front and back. Well designed kitchen, inAssociation door laundry, screen porch and more. $257,000. of Realtors. MYNATT DR. 5.65 ACRES - Lovely parcel with views, mature oaks, grassland. Pleasant driveway leads to building pad. Possibly splittable; zone: 1 ac. $199,000. NEW LISTING - Charming 2 bd. cabin 10 minutes from National Park, 15 minutes from Ladybug Open 7 Days Sequoia trailhead. New roof, new HVAC, new paint. An ideal getSunday, 10-3 away cabin. $149,900. MYNATT DR. - 1.54 ac. Majestic views up North Fork river valley and down to Lake Kaweah. Oversized septic installed. Power, water, enormous building pad in place. Ready to build. $139,000. Bill Haxton 3.7-ACRE ELEVATED PARCEL - Panoramic view, Broker graded road to building pad, well, septic installed, power nearby. Backs up to historic Dinely flume, a walker's paradise. Possibly splittable. $129,000.
140321

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FRITZ DR., EXETER - Great location atop 11.2-ac. parcel with two building sites and driveway installed. Spectacular 360 degree, breath-taking views. Water well and fencing already installed. $169,000
$69,900 $129,000 $300,000 $399,900

CHEROKEE OAKS DR. - Beautiful natural setting in a great neighborhood. Ready to build on. SIERRA DR. (HWY. 198), EXETER - Corner lot, almost 2 acres. General purpose zoning. Mineral King/Silver City - Views, deck, fireplace, sleeping loft. Full deeded ownership. SIERRA DR., THREE RIVERS - Former daycare center, ideal location for retail business

SALES LISTINGS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

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THREE RIVERS

Audrey London Agent

41763 Sierra Dr. Three Rivers

(559) 561-0300
COMMERCIAL

564-2058

561-BEST (2378) 41152 SIERRA DRIVE


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Et Rothenberg, Broker 799-3055 DRE #00894321

Cal Johnson, Broker Associate 280-9161 DRE #00365061

Lori Diaz, Sales Associate 730-0677 DRE #01451294

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

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THREE RIVERS RIVERFRONT


3.5 AC., WOODED, SF RIVER. $158,000. 9.7 AC., PRIVATE RD., NF RIVER. $105,000. SUPER BUY - 4 AC., SF RIVER. $105,000. .5 AC., RIVERBANK, SHARED WELL. $49,900.
THREE RIVERS - Anne Langs Emporium property. Deli, gift shop, and florist shop. Overlooks Kaweah River. $395,000. THREE RIVERS-River View Restaurant and Lounge, indoor and outdoor dining, riverfront, 4 pizza ovens, apartment, 1+ ac. $885,000.

559-561-4507

DING PEN
THREE RIVERS - NEW LISTING - N. Fork Dr., river frontage, 2 bd., 1 ba., 2.39 ac., plus 1/1 cottage, charming barn, water tank. $237,500.

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THREE RIVERS - Spectacular views, 3 bd., 2 ba., family room, hardwood floors, large deck, 2 ac., many upgrades. $244,000.

THREE RIVERS LOTS AND ACREAGE


NICE LOT IN SIERRA KING. $25,000. CHEROKEE OAKS, FLAT LOT. $45,000. WASHBURN DR., OWC. $60,000. S. FORK DR., 2.29 AC., WOODED $70,000. N. FORK DR., 30 AC., WELL. $198,00. S. FORK DR. 19+ AC., WELL. $250,000. EAST FORK, 176 AC., CABIN. $375,000.

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THREE RIVERS - 9.7 ac., S. Fork Dr., wooded, river frontage, 1,728-sq. ft. barn, fenced, well, septic, yurt, some owner finance. $225,000. THREE RIVERS - Log home, 2 bd., 2 ba., large loft, vaulted ceilings, wood floors, large deck, shop, 5.71 ac. $260,000. THREE RIVERS - 5 South Fork riverfront ac., 4 bd., 4 ba., 2-car detached garage w/shop, storage, former group home. $275,000. THREE RIVERS - NEW LISTING - On the Kaweah River bank, 3 bd., 3 ba., fireplace, large deck, 2car garage, .62 ac. (Adj. lot $49K) $315,000.

THREE RIVERS - NEW LISTING - Sierra Dr., 2 bd., 2 ba., Saltillo tile, 2.5 ac., panoramic views, above-ground pool. $325,000.

THREE RIVERS - NEW LISTING - N. Fork Dr., 3 bd., 2 ba., remodeled. lg. deck., garage, 1.5 ac., river views. $335,000.

THREE RIVERS - Washburn Dr., custom built,, 4 bd., 3 ba., .85 wooded ac., 2 bd.,1 ba. guest house, studio w/ bath, lg. shop. $385,000.

THREE RIVERS - NEW LISTING - Family home, 3 bd., 2.5 ba., 2,800 sq. ft., Alta Peak/Moro Rock views, in-ground pool, 2.75 ac. $395,000.

THREE RIVERS - NEW LISTING - Old Three Rivers Rd., classic custom home, 3 bd., 2 ba., in-ground pool and spa, 1 ac. $395,000.

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THREE RIVERS - North Fork Dr., 4 bd., 3 ba., family room, decks, 3,100+ sq. ft., barn and arena, 6.95 fenced acres. $525,000.

40675 Old Three Rivers Dr.

28 Years Experience with Honesty and Integrity

www.country-properties.com

countryproperties@sbcglobal.net

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THREE RIVERS - South Fork riverfront, 2,700+ sq. ft., 3 bd.,2 ba., gourmet kitchen, rec. room, 2 bonus rooms, 4 ac. $565,000.

THREE RIVERS - Hawk Hollow, builder owned, 3 bd., 2 1/4 ba., office, game room, lg. detached shop, deeded river access. $595,000.

THREE RIVERS - On a bluff overlooking river, private 5-ac. retreat, unique octangular home, views in all directions, 3 bd., 2 ba. $625,000.

THREE RIVERS - Salt Creek, surrounded by BLM, 40 ac. of beautiful secluded property. $695,000. Call Lori Diaz: 730-0677

THE KAWEAH COMMONWEALTH, Friday, April 11, 2014

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40846 SIERRA DRIVE THREE RIVERS


David Learned 280-0704 Diana Glass 280-5853 www.davidlearned.com Diana Jules 799-8201 www.teamdiana.com Robert Goff 679-7299 Esther Garcia 359-7033 Gerald Avants 289-7677 Scott Savastio (818) 970-7268 Richard Smith 382-6676 Derek S. Philp 553-2570 Carol L. Dopko (310) 890-1876 Curtis Beedle 936-7515
NEED A TENANT FOR YOUR PROPERTY? LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO RENT?

(559)

561-1900

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

WWW.SIERRAREALESTATE.NET

ON THE RIVER 2 bd., 3 ba. w/separate studio. $1,475/mo.

NEW LISTING North Fork Dr., mobile home with river access, 2 bd., 1 ba., 1,440 sq. ft., dining area, indoor laundry, new shed and 5-year-old roof. $35,000.

NEW LISTING Double-wide mobile home, 3 bd., 2 ba., 1,440 sq. ft., vaulted ceilings, central heat-A/C; washer, dryer and fridge. Minutes to Sequoia Natl Park. $38,000.

N. KAWEAH RIVER DR. Great secluded location, 2 bd., 1 ba., river access, views, updates, Corian countertops, vaulted ceilings, woodstove, deck. $165,000.

HILLTOP Sierra Dr., spectacular Lake Kaweah views, 3 bd., 3 ba., 3,295 sq. ft., 46 gated acres. Granite counters, stainless steel appliances and much more. $899,000.

PENDI
SOUTH FORK DR. Beautifully maintained, 3 bd., 2 ba., 1,265 sq. ft., manufactured home, 1.35 ac., 2-car garage, RV facilities, quiet setting w/pond. $198,000. SHORT SALE Cherokee Oaks, Oakridge Dr., Blossom Peak views, 3 bd., 2 ba., upgrades, fireplace, family room, garage, 1.23 ac., natural landscaping. $200,000.

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NEW LISTING South Fork Dr., 2 bd., 2., ba., 1,400 sq. ft., 5.13 ac., family room, wood fireplace, large windows, kitchen island and beautiful gardens, a must-see. $229,000.

PENDI
KAWEAH RIVER DR. Riverfront property, 1 bd., 1.5 ba., garage/shop area, large sliders open onto backyard and river views. $239,000. NEW LISTING Hammond Dr., 2 bd. 2 ba. 1,564 sq. ft., two-story country home with views of Moro Rock. Upstairs loft can be used as 3rd bd. or office. $249,000. NEW LISTING Cherokee Oaks, ideal family home, 3 bd., 2 ba., 1,415 sq. ft. w/new stainless steel appliances, wood stove, new paint in/out, saltwater pool, more. $249,000.

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NORTH FORK DR. Vintage home, 2 bd., 1 ba., North Fork river, fireplace, 2-car detached garage, mature trees, covered patio, art studio, 2+ ac. $325,000.

NEW LISTING Country living on North Fork Dr., 3 bd., 2.5 ba., 2,190 sq. ft. on 3.97 ac, 2car attached garage. Suitable for horses and backs up to BLM land. $325,000.

PENDI
NEW LISTING La Cienega Dr., 2 bd., 2 ba., 2,000 sq. ft., 3.53 ac., views of Moro Rock and Alta Peak from kitchen, dining rm., living rm., den, master suite. Call now. $344,900. NEW LISTING Washburn Dr., 4 bd., 3 ba., 2,600+ sq. ft., lg. wooded lot, upgraded appliances, Corian counters, lg. master suite, huge garage and shop. $349,000.

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MINERAL KING RD. 14 private acres on East Fork river, three 1-room cabins w/porches, spring-fed water, solar system w/generator backup. $450,000. B&B RIVERFRONT, Cherokee Oaks, 6 bd., 4 ba., 3,534 sq. ft., office, 2 sitting areas, 2 fireplaces, 2-car garage. Beautifully renovated and decorated. $780,000.

NEW LISTING Cozy cabin with 123 feet of river frontage on the main fork of the Kaweah River, 0.67 acres zoned commercial. Owner financing available. $380,000.

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NORTH FORK DR. Riverfront, great river and mountain views, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, guest cottage, gazebo, 2 parcels totaling 5.21+/- ac. $1,499,000. SOUTH FORK One of the best riverfront properties available, 190+/- acres, several dwellings. $1,695,000.

N. KAWEAH RIVER DR. Riverfront, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, gourmet kitchen, guest facility, modular home, 57+/- ac., suitable for horses/cattle. $1,115,000.

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LEMON COVE

ELDERWOOD

NEW LISTING Super clean 3 bd., 2 ba., 1,248 sq. ft. home on corner lot in quiet Exeter neighborhood. 2-car garage, covered rear patio and more. $159,900.

AVENUE 324 3 bd., 2 ba., 1,857 sq. ft., open floor plan, large kitchen, bonus room, oversized 2-car garage, .62 ac., walking distance to Sequoia Union School. $219,000.

19 COUNTRY ACRES 6 yrs. new, 2 bd., 2 ba., office and music rm. Plus 1 bd., den, inlaws apt., 2-car garage, lg. metal bldg., solar, RV hook-ups, 4 acres of citrus. $499,000.

NEW LISTING Old Three Rivers Dr., riverfront, 3 bd., 2.5 ba., 2,652 sq. ft., dining rm., 2 living rms., laundry rm., pantry, 4.41 ac., garage, carport, barn w/workshop. $420,000.

OPPORTUNITY BARE LAND OPPORTUNITY BARE LAND OPPORTUNITY BARE LAND OPPORTUNITY BARE LAND OPPORTUNITY

DINELY DR. Attractive, buildable, 0.57 ac., extending from Dinely Dr. to bank of main fork of Kaweah River, beautiful mountain views. $44,900.

HAMMOND DR. Buildable 0.75 ac. lot w/180-degree views including Eagles Nest Rock. Septic design included, power and water available. $65,000.

NEW LISTING Build your dream home here, 2.77 acres in Deer Canyon Estates, gated and fenced with shared well. Owner may carry. $160,000.

HWY 198/MINERAL KING RD. Two parcels, well, septic design, rough road, pads. 2.2 ac., res. zone. $95,000. .8 ac., comm. zone. $65,000. Together: $160,000.

MINERAL KING RD. 45 acres bordered by the East Fork river on one side and Mineral King Rd. on the other side. Owner may carry with 20% down. $169,000.

LOTS AND ACREAGE

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Oak Grove SOLD Black Oak Dr. Dinely Dr. Sierra Dr. Black Oak Dr. Mineral King Dr. Ferndale Dr.

.5 ac. 1.2 ac. .57 ac. 1.0 ac. 2.49 ac. .8 ac. .75 ac.

$29,800 $48,000 $49,900 $59,000 $65,000 $65,000 $68,000

Hammond Dr. Mineral King Dr. Mineral King Dr. Hwy 198 Eagles View Dr. Sierra Dr. Washburn Dr.

1.49 ac. 12.03 ac. 10.06 ac. 2.2 ac. 2.79 ac. 1.1 ac. .5 ac.

$71,900 $79,000 $85,000 $95,000 $99,000 $120,000 $120,000

Silver City .22 ac. $149,000 Eagles View Dr. 4.62 ac. $149,000 August Dr. 2.77 ac. $160,000 Mineral King Dr. 45.02 ac. $169,000 Sierra Dr. 36.5 ac. $175,000 Sierra Dr. RIVER 2.41 ac. $175,200 Buckhorn Trail 5.06 ac. $185,000

Sierra Dr. SOLD 1.65 ac. Sierra Dr. 11.88 ac. Buckhorn Trail SOLD 5.0 ac. Buckhorn Trial 8.56 ac. N. Kaweah River Dr. 52.0 ac. Buckhorn Trail 5.69 ac. Sierra Dr. 10.27 ac.

$195,000 $199,000 $225,000 $250,000 $295,000 $375,000 $399,000

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THE KAWEAH COMMONWEALTH, Friday, April 11, 2014

WOMEN WITH HATTITUDE

41 Years

By the numbers:
of outstanding traditional jazz

11 Bands

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SINGLE DAY BADGE: Friday- $25 Saturday- $45 Sunday- $25 Available for purchase at each venue

4 Venues

High Sierra Jazz Band Au Brothers Jazz Band with Howard Miyata Blue Street Jazz Band Cornet Chop Suey High Street Band Ivory and Gold Night Blooming Jazzmen Reedley River Rats Titan Hot Seven Tom Rigney and Flambeau Wally's Warehouse Waifs Plus special guests: Bob Draga and Jerry Krahn

3 Days of Fun
THE RED HAT SOCIETY, founded in 1998, consists of more than 40,000 chapters in the U.S. and 30 other countries. Nineteen members of the local chapter of the Red Hat Society met Friday, March 14, at the Sequoia Cider Mill in Three Rivers. SEATED, LEFT TO RIGHT: Gaynor McKee, Clancy Barlow, Betty Wood (Queen Mother), Jaclyn Johnson, Polly Kelch, Lynn McIntyre. STANDING, L-R: Iyone Jorgensen, Vivian LaMar, Marge Norgard, Mutsie Listar, Carolyn Fronce, Carol Clark, Bonnie McCassey, Peggy Huddleston, Kathryn Comfort, Joanne Fansett, Dot Robb, Nadine Steel. NOT PICTURED: Bonnie Lasswell.

Memorial Building Tent Lions Arena Pavilion St. Anthony Retreat Memorial Building

3-Day All-Event Badge $95


DANCING FOOD AND BEVERAGES SUNDAY MORNING GOSPEL MUSIC

Friday, April 11 ~ 2:30-10 pm Saturday, April 12 ~ 8:45 am-10:15 pm Sunday, April 13 ~ 9 am-5 pm

FREE PARKING FREE SHUTTLE

Meeting
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We have to change that culture and shift more dollars to prevention, Hydash said. Were planning an open house for Three Rivers and a walking club to help people here become more involved in their own health care. The next Town Hall will feature a candidates forum. It is scheduled for Monday, May 5.

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