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The Shafter Police Department is supporting the newly established Wasco Police Department by selling three vehicles at a discounted rate of $600. "We know that Wasco is an up-and-coming agency, and we want to support as much as possible. So that is when I contacted Chief Fivecoat and asked if he would be interested in obtaining the three vehicles we were going to be taking out of our inventory," Acting Shafter Police Chief Randy Milligan said this week. "These vehicles are very hard to obtain...
The Shafter City Council has chosen a designer for the new Shafter Police Department substation at Gossamer Grove. The council agreed Tuesday night that the facility will be a modular building approximately 8,600 square feet. Teter Inc. is to complete the design phase for about $327,000. The council set a budget maximum of $350,000. In 2022, the city was awarded a $6 million grant for the entire project. The design and architecture phase of the project should take three to five months. With the...
At least 50 graves at Shafter Cemetery were marred with eggs and what appeared to be raw animal meat last week – and it wasn't the first time, according to a police spokesman who called it an "alternative" religious practice.. On Friday morning, police were dispatched to the cemetery on Santa Fe Way regarding a case of possible vandalism. A Shafter resident – who did not want to be identified for fear of retribution from the person or group that did the damage – said that she was visiting a rela...
The Shafter Community Chest, with other local organizations, will be holding a special event on Sunday, Jan. 21, at the Tin Cup in Shafter to raise money for Italy Gonzalez, a Shafter girl who is battling leukemia. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Tin Cup parking lot. Italy, 12, had been winning the fight against this disease after two years, only to have it resurface. The daughter of Noe Gonzalez has undergone numerous tests, operations and procedures, leaving the family with...
Former mayor and community activist Cherylee R. Wegman-Craig passed away on Christmas Day. at age 70. Wegman-Craig, a resident of the city all her life, served on the Wasco City Council for over 20 years, becoming the first female mayor of the city in 2001. She was elected to the role four times. In 2018, she was honored as Assembly District 32 Woman of the Year. Cherylee's involvement as a public servant was extensive, including participating as a member of the California Partnership Board for...
As activities restart and businesses reopen, we will try to update readers on the status of events and activities throughout the area. Please contact Erica Soriano with additions and changes at [email protected] or call 661-292-5100 by Monday at 4 p.m. for that week’s paper. ANNOUNCEMENTS Colours coming – Colours, a Celebration of the Arts, in Shafter Feb. 22-25. ONGOING Warm clothing drive – Supervisor David Couch invites the public to donate gently used or new warm clothing through the remainder of the year. Shafter drop off locat...
Here's this week's challenge, courtesy of the Shafter Historical Society. If you know the location, circumstances, exact or rough date and/or people in the photo, send your educated (or semieducated) guess to The Press, 455 Kern St., Suite E, Shafter 93263, or e-mail it to mysteryphoto@The ShafterPress.com. Winners will be revealed here next week. LAST WEEK: The demolition of the Shafter Motel on Lerdo Highway on Aug. 18, 2000....
Jan. 10 Desiree Marie Diaz, 32, of Shafter, was arrested in the 300 block of South Shafter Avenue for obstruction and on an outside agency warrant. Jan. 11 Fernando Quevedo, 26, of Shafter, was arrested in the 200 block of Nickel Street on an outside agency warrant. Jan. 12 Giovanny Flores, 30, of Shafter, was arrested on Sunset Avenue for obstruction and on a bench warrant/failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. Monica Castellanos, 39, of Shafter, was arrested in the 9700 block of Maple Terrace Lane for disorderly conduct: under the...
The Wasco City Council approved a contractor for the $1.1 million demolition and cleanup of the Wasco Farm Labor Camp "It's a move in the right direction toward completing the labor camp cleanup," City Manager Scott Hurlbert said, "The process has been complex, but we're ready for the final step." The city came to an agreement with the High-Speed Rail Authority in June 2023 to get reimbursement for work at the property at 750 H St. Over the past few years, the area has been marred by problems...
Reverend Wayne Dee Montgomery was a beloved and admired Wasco community member known for his kindness and compassionate nature. A man of God and a trusted public servant, he will be remembered as a man who cared deeply for the well-being of others. Wayne traveled the world as a spiritual teacher, spreading the Lord's message. He never lost sight of his true calling and held steadfast to his faith at the Christ Community Church in Wasco, which he called home, where he shared God's word until his...
The Wasco Recreation and Parks District is currently accepting registrations for its Co-Ed Youth Flag Football League, with the registration period running through Friday, Jan. 26. This league offers kids a fun and engaging opportunity to stay active and fosters qualities like confidence, teamwork and sportsmanship, organizers say. Youth also learn life skills, setting them up for success on and off the field. Chris Serna, WRPD manager, said, "The game inspires character, leadership, resilience...
The Wasco Elks Lodge is preparing for its annual Valentine's Day dinner, promising good food, great company and a chance to give back to the Wasco community. The highlight of the evening is the steak dinner, a 18-ounce ribeye accompanied by a baked potato, salad, beans and dessert – all for $30. The event is scheduled for Feb. 10 at 6 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will go toward generating grants that the Wasco Elks Lodge will distribute among various community groups, focusing on supporting y...
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School announced its weekly Super Students. Criteria for selection were based on significant math improvement, 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, are Regina Ramos (1st grade), Selena Bernal (K), Kennedy Moreno (2nd). Back row, from left, are school mascot Whiskers, Leticia Garcia (student monitor), Mrs. Cristina...
The Shafter High girls wrestling team made history last year when they had their first wrestler qualify for the State wrestling tournament. Only a freshman, Julissa Gonzalez went to the State tourney and came away with a seventh-place medal. This year, the squad is working to improve on that history, as they have several wrestlers that are able to make it to the Central Section Masters tournament and possibly at least two wrestlers to According to Head Coach Eli Espericueta, the Lady Generals ha...
The Shafter High Generals boys basketball team got its first SSL win of the season by beating Kennedy High School, 56-47. The Shafter Generals's recent rough patch got a bit rougher last Monday after their fourth straight loss. They fell 74-64 to McFarland. Having run the score up that high, both teams might be doing some extra defensive drills very soon. Shafter's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Shaun Maldonado, who scored 23 points, and Aidan Cardenas, who dropped a double-double...
Randal Lee Wilson, born Oct. 3, 1957, in Bakersfield, passed away Jan. 5, 2024, after a courageous 10-year battle with cancer. Randal was raised in Shafter and attended Shafter High School, graduating in 1975. He furthered his education at Bakersfield College in 1976, where he was an integral part of the championship Bakersfield Renegade football team that secured victory in the Junior College Rose Bowl. After graduating from BC in 1976 with his associate's degree he moved on to Cal Poly San Lou...
Fernando Javier Albiar passed away on Dec. 16, 2023, at the age of 72 after a decade-long, hard fought battle with Parkinson's disease. He is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Olga Molina Albiar. Fernando's legacy is carried on by his son Fernando and daughter-in-law Rebecca; his son Javier and daughter-in-law Susan;, and his cherished daughter Micaela Albiar. His love extended deeply to his five granddaughters and two great-granddaughters. Fernando is further survived by his sisters, Minerva, Graciela, Ninfa and Emma. He was preceded i...
Aaron Keith Sink, 48, of Bakersfield, passed away Jan. 14, in Bakersfield. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Mervin Huston, 89, of Meridien, Idaho, passed away Jan. 8, in Idaho....
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Robert "Bob" Wayne Krause went to live with his Heavenly Father on Jan. 12, 2024, while surrounded by family and friends. Born on June 11, 1940, in Reedley, Bob grew up and attended school in Shafter. As a young man, he enjoyed hunting and fishing with his dad, racing cars and sports. Bob proudly served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard. He attended college at Bakersfield College, Pacific Western University, and National University, earning his B.A. in accounting and teaching credential, then...
On Dec. 25, 2023, the Lord called Cherylee R. Wegman-Craig home. Cherylee was born May 11, 1953, in Wasco, to Billie Rae Thurman and Randal Lee Rankin. Cherylee married Charlie Wegman (deceased) and moved to Missouri in 1974. Cherylee returned to Wasco in 1983. Cherylee met and married the love of her life, Warren A. Craig, on March 5, 2011. Cherylee had a love for line dancing and participated in many events, including as a line dance instructor. Cherylee also enjoyed visiting the beloved Point...
Alberto F. Ranjel Sr. was born on Aug. 7, 1917, in Wasco, and passed away on Jan. 2, 2024, in Wasco. Our dad was a distinguished gentleman who, like our deceased mother, believed in hard work, education and helping others in need. At the end of the day, our dad was a good man, intelligent with a big heart, who will be missed. Services: Viewing will begin at Peters Funeral Home, 1401 7th St., in Wasco at 4 p.m., with the Rosary starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024. Funeral mass will be...
