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A number of residents spoke in support of the expansion of the Shafter Learning Center and the Shafter Branch Library at Tuesday's City Council meeting Dr. David Franz, director of the Education Partnership of Shafter, and America Nino-Rodriguez of the Shafter Learning Center gave a presentation in February on the progress the SLC has made since opening and the increase in the amount of people, young and old, who are utilizing the Learning Center as well as the library. Franz said the current si...
A claim was filed recently against the Golden Living Center of Shafter by Attorney Stephen Garcia on behalf of 80-year-old Margie Faye Shivers. Shivers entered the skilled nursing facility in August 2018 after suffering multiple strokes and a heart attack. The injuries left Shivers paralyzed and need of such a facility to help her recover. It is alleged in the complaint that during her approximate six-month stay at the facility, Shivers developed an infected Stage IV bedsore on her lower back...
The Distinguished Young Woman of Shafter competition is nearing, with 17 young ladies vying for the title. The event will take place on Friday, March 15 at the Fred Starrh Performing Arts Center at Shafter High School, beginning at 7 p.m. This program is the oldest and biggest scholarship program for junior girls in the nation. The young ladies in the program this year in Shafter are Valeria Gomez, Alondra Celedon, Sydnie Colvard, Bernice Janel Marquez, Mia Valerie Ortiz, Natalia Elena Pena,...
The children at Community Action Partnership SLO celebrated Reading Across America by hosting guest readers who presented the children with different stories from Dr. Seuss. Among the readers was [BEGIN ITAL]Shafter Press[END ITAL] Editor Jamie Stewart. Stewart read several books to the three different classes that were in the facility Mary Garcia, director of CAPSLO, said that she enjoyed celebrating the event when she was with the CAPK. "I really wanted to keep the event at the forefront when...
MONDAY SRPD --The Shafter Recreation and Parks Department Board of Directors meets on the second Monday at the Walker Senior Center, 505 Sunset, at 6 p.m. SWAT -- Senior Wellness 55 years + at 5, 6 and 7 p.m., at 505 Sunset Ave. Richland school board -- Richland School District board meets on the third Monday at Golden Oak cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. Alliance Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault – Services available on Mondays in Shafter: case management 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (English and Spanish); Peer support group 3-4 p.m. Spanish; peer support gro...
This week's challenge, courtesy of the Shafter Historical Society. Send your educated (or semieducated) guess to [BEGIN ITAL]The Press,[END ITAL] 406 Central Ave., Shafter 93263, or e-mail it to [email protected]. Winners will be revealed here next week, along with the facts behind this photo and a new one to challenge you. LAST WEEK: Threshing corn on the Philip Bender Ranch in 1923....
Feb. 25 Rene Garza Larralde, 52, of Shafter, was arrested on the corner of Olson and Schnaidt for possession of control substance and scavenging Ignacio Briseno Ramierz, 38, of Shafter, was arrested on the corner of Rodriguez Avenue and Hillman Street for scavenging and on a misdemeanor bench warrant. Eric Quevedo, 19, of Wasco, was arrested on the 100 block of South Rieker Avenue for possession of control substance for sale and possession of over 28.5 grams of marijuana. Feb. 26 Jimmy Gil, 38, of Shafter, was arrest on Central Valley Highway...
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On Feb. 25, Esther Kathleen Armendariz, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, godmother and friend, departed to be with Our Lord and Savior, at the age of 65. Esther was born in Bakersfield and grew up in Shafter. She graduated from Shafter High School in 1969 and returned to work at her alma mater as a special education paraprofessional for 37 years. She loved her General Blue and Gold and refused to eat anything orange to never favor the Wasco rivals. She went to Bakersfield College via...
Elizabeth Fern Davis born March 1, 1943, and passed away on Dec. 3, 2018. Elizabeth graduated from Shafter High School and worked in Shafter most of her life. Elizabeth was a hard worker and provider for her family who loved her family, especially her grandchildren, who will deeply miss their beloved Mimi. Elizabeth is preceded in death by both her parents, Maggie and James Williford; her siblings, Arthur, Edna and Helen; first husband Charles H. Jones (1966) and late husband Thomas E. Davis...
Rosalio A Martinez,] 71, passed away Feb. 26 in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Larry L. Black, 76, passed away March 1 in Bakersfield. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter....
Minter Field Air Museum held their annual Founders Day Banquet, celebrating the 77th anniversary of the naming of Minter Field after Hugh Minter in 1942. There was a packed house in attendance to listen to guest speaker Major Rachael Winiecki, the first female F35 Edwards Air Force Base development test pilot. There were several local dignitaries on hand for the event, including Shafter Mayor Gilbert Alvarado, Mayor Pro Tem Cesar Lopez, City Councilmember Cathy Prout, City Manager Scott Hurlbert...
The Generals Headquarters has been an icon in the city for over two decades, and with new ownership taking over a year ago, the rich tradition has been continued with excellent food and service. Owner Sergio Herrera took over operations of the restaurant with years of restaurant experience. He also owns two Perkos restaurants, one in Delano and one in Porterville. The old saying “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” applies here, and Herrera kept the majority of the menu intact, just adding onto the...
With the proposed changes being discussed regarding the public charge policy at the federal level, an informational meeting is being held at the Shafter Youth Center on March 14, beginning at 5 p.m. The meeting is being sponsored by United Farm Workers, Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance and Community Action Partnership of Kern. According to Angie Nelson, director of the Shafter Youth Center and Coordinator for the CAPK, Shafter, the meeting is for anyone who has questions about their status a...
The Kiwanis Club of Shafter honored the Richland School District's Terrific Kids at their meeting Feb. 13.. Each month, the principals and assistant principals from Golden Oak Elementary School, Redwood Elementary School, Sequoia Elementary School and Richland Junior High School bring students deserving of recognition for their accomplishments in school to the Kiwanis luncheon. This month, students were honored for the character trait of "Friendly." Golden Oak Elementary School Assistant...
JIM NEAL “I do not think much of a man who is not wiser today than he was yesterday.” --Abraham Lincoln Doesn’t it seem as you look around, read the newspaper or listen to or watch the daily news that one of the key concepts missing in all of humanness is the quality of wisdom? A very old dictionary that I have in my position, actually the 1953 College Edition of Webster’s New World, defines wisdom in this way: “the quality of being wise; the power of judging rightly and following the soundest course of action, based on knowledge, experienc...
Spring sports are officially underway at Shafter High school. The sports include boys golf, boys tennis, swimming, softball, baseball and track. The boys tennis team has a bunch of talent ,and they also have a new coach in charge. A Shafter High grad, Teddy Bloemhof was brought in to help the program get back on track. When at Shafter High, Bloemhof was best known for his play on the football field, where he was a force to be reckoned with.With the new coach and competitive drive, the Generals...
Here are the candidates for Shafter Distinguished Young Woman of 2019, to be selected Saturday, March 16....
Here are the candidates for Shafter Distinguished Young Woman of 2019, to be selected Saturday, March 16....
Here are the candidates for Shafter Distinguished Young Woman of 2019, to be selected Saturday, March 16....
Redwood Elementary is implementing recycling / re-use in a new unique way. The school has started a program called "Kindness Recycled." It is a movement promoting kindness to each other and the environment. The message behind the movement is "it takes five kind words or acts to counteract the effects of just one negative word or act." The students make bracelets from recycled products. The plastic ring was a six-pack ring that normally goes into the trash but is now made into jewelry. The...
Jose "Joe" Farias was born Sept. 18, 1943 in Edinburg, Texas, and joined the Heavenly Kingdom March 5, 2019 in Bakersfield at the age of 75. Joe proudly served his country by joining the U.S. Army in April of 1965 and honorably completed his service in April 1967. During his time in the military he received several medals: the National Defense Service medal; the Vietnam Service medal and the Vietnam Campaign medal. After his service, Joe remained active with the American Legion and with the...
Joyce Plumley was born in Bakersfield on Oct. 4, 1950 to Allie Dee Jones and Thomas Beam. She was married to Joseph Plumley and together they raised their three children in Shafter. Joyce dedicated her life to the Lord, singing and rejoicing in his love. She shared her love of the Lord, educating children at the church school. She was a devoted wife, mother and loving grandmother who loved her family with all her heart. Joyce passed away March 8, 2019. Her beautiful spirit and loving presence...
Gloria Stinnett was born in Shafter on Nov. 23, 1941 to Ernest and Ethel (Bergman) Schultz. She attended local schools and was an alumni of Shafter High. Gloria was married to Hank Stinnett in May of 1951 and together they raised their son, Mark. She worked for many years at Bank of America as a teller. Gloria was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, teaching them to play her favorite board games. After retirement, Gloria had time to play "Words with...
