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Wasco High School held their Powder Buff volleyball tournament, and over 350 people came out to support the teams. The event brought together the Wasco High School seniors versus the juniors for a fierce competition. It was an exciting game with attendees in full school spirit. The stands were packed with cheering fans, and the gym was decorated with colorful banners and balloons. The game was close, but the seniors came out on top, winning three to zero. "It was a tight...
The Wasco Bengals Football league is once again ready to kick off the new season, recruiting youth ages 6-14. The organization's mission is to cultivate and inspire a spirit of excellence. "We strive to bring our community closer together through a common interest in citizenship and in character," Wasco Bengals Football Area Representative Gonzalo Cruz said. "We hope to impart the timeless values of sportsmanship, sacrifice, accountability and safety for the overall success of...
Wasco Independence High School hosted their paint night event after a two-year hiatus due to Covid-19. It was an evening of creativity while raising money for various school programs. "This was a nice celebration because we hadn't had it in two years since the pandemic. It was small but an excellent turnout. We had staff, students, parents, and staff children attend, so it was a mixture," said Principal Rusvel Prado. Next year teachers will sponsor two to three students to inc...
In partnership with Brighter Bites, Community Action Partnership of Kern and The Wonderful Company, the Westside Family Fellowship Spanish and English Church held its monthly farmers market. Together, they provided over 300 families with nutritious food. "This is our 9th time holding the food giveaway, and each time the crowd gets bigger and bigger. I believe this shows just how much help the Wasco community needs. It is getting harder to survive financially with inflation...
If you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy the comfort of a warm environment while you get your hair done, 1 Stop Barbershop and Salon provides just that. "The best part about our shop is getting to know our clients. They become our friends and feel at ease sharing their lives with us. It builds a bond and makes us more than just a regular business. You can say we care for more than just hair," owner Jorge Espinoza said. As a one-stop-shop for everyone, they cut hair...
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School announced its weekly Super Students. Criteria for selection were based upon significant improvement in math, showing kindness to all friends, respect, and hard work, following class procedures, helping other students understand new concepts and improving learning English. Front row from left, Erika Torres (K), Kelvin Miranda (1st) Kayla Campos (2nd) Middle row from left, Sterling Hughes (3rd), Cindy Maya (4th) Back row from left, Vice...
On Saturday, April 9, the Wasco Woman's Club will host its 1st Annual Craft Fair and Pop Up event. It will be perfect for those looking for spring gifts, Easter decorations and sweet treats. "We invite the community to come out and support small businesses. They will find lots of extra special items to buy. With the spring weather being so nice, we expect a large turnout," club member and event organizer Anita Harris said. The event will be in memory of Linda Dieter, a former...
Throughout the United States and other countries, hundreds of Ronald McDonald Houses offer families great comfort while their children are undergoing treatments at nearby hospitals. The organization's goal is to produce a "home away from home" for families struggling to care for their sick children. "What we offer is important because we help families during a medical crisis. They don't have the added expense of traveling to the hospital where their child is cared for. It...
The City of Wasco was awarded a $5 million grant by the Clean California Local Grant Program to launch its downtown revitalization efforts. "The 7th Street Downtown Business District Rehabilitation and Enhancement Project has been in the works now for quite a bit of time. With this grant, we can move forward with our vision to revitalize and beautify our downtown historic district, enhancing visitors' experience, attracting additional community participation and increasing...
At a special City Council meeting, the city's redistricting consultant, Flo Analytics, presented draft map options with accompanying summary statistics for review. The council then narrowed the maps down to three. According to a City of Wasco staff report, cities with by-district election systems must redraw their district boundary maps to comply with the California and Federal Voting Acts. The process to complete the redistricting requires a minimum of four public hearings...
Wasco Bengals held their annual tryouts and 170 girls turned out for the event. They are a cheerleading program for youth ages 6-14. "Our organization is special because we are a small community, and we see each other as family. The goal is to mold these girls to be the best they can be," said cheer representative for the Wasco Bengals Cynthia Torres. "I love seeing the girls grow up and move into high school and later college. Their smile and their joy mean so much to me."...
As a gateway to knowledge and culture, libraries play a fundamental role. Their services create opportunities for learning while supporting literacy and education. They help shape the new ideas and perspectives central to a creative and innovative society. The Wasco Branch Kern County Library does this while providing many other benefits to the community. Visitors enjoy the warm and friendly atmosphere while they sit and read. Many use other resources like audio books,...
Wasco Tigers Tae Kwon Do offers the community a place where people can learn key life skills such as confidence, respect, discipline and self-defense while simultaneously strengthening the mind and body through teaching the art and techniques of Tae Kwon Do. Tigers Tae Kwon Do is a family-owned business that has served Wasco for almost 20 years. Father Rigo, mother Rosa, and sons Brian and Alexander Solorio teach and run the school. "We coach ages three and up and have student...
The City Council formed a committee to handle illegal fireworks during its meeting this week. "At a previous meeting, the topic of illegal fireworks was discussed in some depth, and there was a request to form a committee from the council to meet with the fire chief, and perhaps sheriff's department representatives along with myself to explore this in significantly more detail," said City Manager Scott Hurlbert. "An ad hoc committee would be the appropriate vehicle for that di...
During a recent sweep, 10 arrests were made for open charges, active warrants and parole violations along with 2,800 pills of suspected fentanyl. On March 9, deputies from the Kern County Sheriff's Office, along with the Shafter Police Department, Kern County Probation Department, Kern County Sheriff's Office HIDTA Task Force and the Department of Homeland Security conducted a probation/warrant sweep within Wasco, according to a press release. It was an ongoing investigation...
President Cheryl Woody and the Wasco Woman's Club members honored art students from Wasco High School after not being able to for the past two years because of covid-19. The art and photography were on display at the clubhouse. The students that participated in the photography category were Erik Silva, Alex Trevino, Jazmin Flores, Leslie Pruneda, Gabriel Villasana and Abram Aboytes. Students participating in the art category were Faith Reyes, Ann Marie Rivera, Alexis Figueroa,...
Assemblymember Rudy Salas (D-Bakersfield) introduced AB 2602, which will boost revenue for the "Have a Heart, Be a Star, Help Our Kids" program. The bill is intended to support county child abuse services, increase local child care provider recruitment and fund children's safety programs across California. According to the Center for Disease Control, unintentional child injury is the leading cause of death for children and teens in the United States, killing approximately...
On Wednesday, March 23 at 6 p.m., Wasco Independence High School will host a paint night event for students, staff and families. The community is invited to join. "We have done this event for several years. With Covid-19, we took a break, and we are happy to resume what is always a fun occasion," art teacher Monica Adams said. "The focus of the evening will be to paint in line with the season. We will be painting beautiful almond trees in bloom." Students and staff are...
Wasco Union Elementary School District Superintendent Kelly M. Richers recently reviewed the status of the budget, the covid -19 pandemic and an item from their monthly board meeting. According to Richers, there is just below $50 million in their regular budget for all of their staff and to cover operating expenses this year. These include salaries, insurance, retirement, facility maintenance, vehicles and other costs. Food services are not considered because it is a separate...
City officials and residents gathered on March 8 to discuss the recent increase in crime during a public safety forum. Various local officials, representatives and law enforcement were in attendance to talk about how the community could get involved in helping to reduce criminal activity in Wasco. "The meeting was organized because there is a rise in crime here in our city; some of it is violent crime. Residents are concerned that not enough is being done about it," Mayor...
Wasco Affordable Housing, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit created to provide the community with "decent, safe, and sanitary" housing for persons and families of low and moderate incomes. The organization has developed 493 affordable housing units in Wasco and Lost Hills. "The rental rates in Kern County have skyrocketed, making it more difficult for lower-income households to pay rents," Executive Director Antonio Hernandez said. Hernandez has been with Wasco Affordable Housing...
Iron Valley Fitness believes that, without a doubt, regular exercise can benefit your health, mind and body. Not only does it boost energy, increase lean muscle mass, decrease risk for certain health conditions and help manage your weight, but it also improves mood and enables you to live longer. Owners Aaron De Santiago, Arturo Perez and Gerardo Cano made Wasco their home in October of 2020. Since then, none of them have received a salary, and instead, they have been...
In February, Wasco Future Farmer's of America and the AG Boosters hosted the 28 Days of Winning fundraiser. There were prizes, and every day there was a live stream video on Facebook and Instagram announcing the daily winners. The Ag Boosters is a nonprofit organization designed to support the Wasco High School FFA program, including providing scholarships to members. Fourteen students received their 2022 California FFA State degree. This degree is the highest in the Californi...
A Delano man has been arrested in connection with two separate shootings in Wasco including an attempted murder case, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office reported. Deputies identified Brayan Morales, 20, on March 3 as a suspect involved in a shooting on Dec. 27, 2021 near the intersection of Broadway and 15th Street, deputies said in a press release. In addition to the offenses committed on Dec. 27, 2021, Morales was also identified as a suspect involved in the attempted m...
This year, the Wasco Bengals Cheer season kicks off with two clinics on March 15 and 17 at Barker Park from 6 to 8 p.m. Tryouts for girls ages 6-14 will be held on March 19 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Grace Community Church. Those selected will go on to join the Wasco Bengals Cheer team. "Wasco Bengals is a nonprofit organization with a mission to keep our kids off the streets and participating in activities that not only teach them a sport, but also help them develop life...
