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For the 28th straight year, the City of Shafter celebrated the first Saturday in May with a Cinco de Mayo Festival, honoring the Mexican Army's victory over the French in 1892. The festival was the brainchild of the late Albert "Roy" Root, husband of Deanna Rodriguez-Root. Roy and Deanna started the celebration to bring the community together in a cultural event that transcends race, economic status and social standing. This year, Deanna and her daughter, Brandi Roor, instead of spending...
The City of Shafter approved an amount close to $800,000 for improvements to land recently purchased by the city to house the new Public Works yard and its offices. The property down the street from the Shafter Community Correctional Facility was previously used by Global Fabricators. The facility was purchased by the city for $4.15 million. According to Public Works Director Michael James, the funds will be used for the addition of an additional restroom, equipment purchases and making other...
Jimmy D. Carroll, 76, died on Monday, May 6, 2019, at his Shafter residence. He was born to C.H. and Margie Carroll of Oklahoma, who preceded him in death, as well as brother Eldon Carroll. Jim joined them in their heavenly home. Leaving behind his wife of 58 years, Ronnie Carroll, and two daughters, Ronda Martin and Teri Carroll, all of Shafter. Jim also left behind a great legacy of two grandchildren, Candy Hanner and Justin Martin, six great grandchildren, Shandy Lauderdale, Shae Floyd, Star...
It was just under a year ago when Maple School held a groundbreaking ceremony, celebrating the beginning of the next chapter in the school's history. Flash forward, and the renovation project has turned the school into a modern facility designed to serve the district for decades to come. The latest phase of the project saw the demolition of the administration buildings that will be replaced before school reconvenes in August. For the time being, Dr. Julie Boesch and her staff are making do with...
The Shafter High Drama Department is inviting the community to be their guest on Thursday, Friday and Saturday as they put on their production of Disney's "Beauty and the Beast." The performances begin at 7 p.m. each night. The troupe, led by advisor Hal Friedman, have been in rehearsal for the production for two months, and their work will be on display as the curtain goes up on Thursday night. The Drama Department has kept their members growing through the transition that saw the retirement...
ANNOUNCEMENTS NEW: Pet clinic -- Shafter Animal Control’s Annual Vaccination/License Clinic will be Saturday, May 18 , 9 a.m. to noon at Mannel Park, Shafter. All dogs must be on a leash. Cats must be in carriers. Aggressive dogs must be muzzled and under adult supervision at all times. NUEVOI: Shafter Control de Animales Clinica de Vaunacion/Licencia Annual. Sabado, 18 de Mayo de 9 a.m. a 12 del mediodía. Mannel Parque, Shafter. Todo los perros deben tener collar. Todos los gatos deben estar en una jaula. Los perros agresivos deben llevar boza...
April 29 Zuceth Guadalupe Guerrero, 25, of Delano, was arrested on Haven Pine Way/Cobble Creek Drive for possession of blank check/ETC fraud, possession of a controlled substance and on an outside agency warrant. Francisco Javier Melgoza, 38, of Delano, was arrested on Haven Pine Way/ Cobble Creek Drive for possession of a controlled substance. Carlos Coronado, 41, of Delano, was arrested on Haven Pine Way/ Cobble Creek Drive, for possession of a controlled substance. Jose Antonio Tellez Garcia, 24, of Shafter, was arrested in the 500 block Wes...
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 mysteryphoto@TheShafterPress.com. Winners will be revealed here next week, along with the facts behind this photo and a new one to challenge you. LAST WEEK: From the back of the 1948 Shafter High School Laurion yearbook. The caption reads, "Recently introduced to Shafter at Central Market was this...
#1 YARD SALE SHAFTER Big Yard Sale: 121 Beth Eden St., Shafter, Sat. May 11, 6:30 a.m. to ?. Lots of stuff. 1t1 Yard Sale: 304 W. Tulare Ave, Shafter, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat., May 11. Children’s clothing, household items & misc. 1t1 #1 YARD SALE WASCO Yard Sale: 1524 Griffith Ave., Wasco. Fri. May 10 & Sat. May 11, 7 a.m. to ?. Clothes, home furnishings, bikes & misc. 1t1 #2 AUTO/MOTORCYCLES Got an older car, boat or RV? Do the humane thing. Donate it to the Humane Society. Call 844-335-2616 (Cal-SCAN) DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO H...
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With the departure of long-time pastor Mike Polley, Valley Bible Church has been looking for a new pastor the past few months. After a careful search, the church has found its next leader: Carlos Jerez and his family. Jerez gave his first message as pastor Sunday to a packed sanctuary. The atmosphere was electric with the anticipation of a new journey to take flight. Deacon Mike Enns said, "We are excited to open this new chapter, and we are thankful to have Pastor Carlos and his family here to...
May 11 will mark the 27th anniversary of the National Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger campaign. This program has collected 1.67 billion pounds of food over the 26 years it has been in existence. "We are proud to be a part of this campaign and work hard to help give families in our communities much needed food for their households," Shafter letter carrier Norma Hammer said. Last year, the Shafter branch of the post office collected 2,359 pounds of food that will go to local food banks and...
Larry Gene Bynum was born May 12, 1954, in Van Buren, Ark., and moved to California in 1959 with his grandparents, Everett Monroe and Belva Bynum. Growing up in Shafter, Larry attended school in the Richland School District and Shafter High School. As a teen and young adult, Larry worked in the local fields and sheds. Eventually Larry became a truck driver, driving locally, cross country and within the oil fields. After a life-changing injury in 1986, Larry was forced to retire from trucking....
It is with great sadness that the family of Santiago Gonzalez Valdez announces his passing on Wednesday May 1, 2019, at the age of 72 years. Santiago will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 50 years, Sylvia, and his children, Mary Lou (Paul) Shaw, Eddie (Maria) Gonzalez, Araceli (David) Hurley, Santiago Jr. (Kristi) Gonzalez. Santiago will also be fondly remembered by his 10 grandchildren, Katie, Megan, Daniel & Lauren Shaw, Adam & Carolyn Gonzalez, Rebekah Hurley, Elizabeth, Olivia & Alexand...
Wendell Schofield West, age 89, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Born Feb. 12, 1930, to Fred and Winifred (Schofield) West in Salt Lake City, Utah, Wendell learned early the value of both thrift and hard work. The oldest of five children, he prized the opportunities gained by a good education, graduating from the University of Utah in accounting. After proudly serving in the Marine Corps during the Korean War, Wendell served as a missionary for The...
Howard Stene, 76, of Shafter, passed away May 3, 2019. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Jimmy Carroll, 76, passed away May 6, 2019, in Shafter. Services pending. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Teofila Barboza de Lopez, 59, of Bakersfield. Services pending. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter....
Viola Lillian Misenhimer passed away at home in Shafter on April 29, 2019 at the age of 95. She is survived by her beloved children, Phyllis Sanders of Oklahoma, Lawanda Cramer of Bakersfield and William Misenhimer from Palm Springs, six grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and eleven great, great grandchildren. Viola was born in Lula, Okla., where she lived until she moved to Shafter in 1960. She lovingly tended her gardens of vegetables and flowers, and enjoyed sewing and crocheting. She...
Laura Louise Isaac passed away peacefully in her sleep the morning of May 3, 2019 at the age of 88. Laura was born on March 8, 1931 in the small community of Dallas, Ore. She was the second of four children born into the family of Henry and Katherine Buhler. She is the first of the four children to graduate to her heavenly home. Laura was born into a Chris- centered family, and she accepted the Lord as her personal savior on May 4, 1941. This decision began her most important relationship on...
Shafter Animal Control, in conjunction with Kern County Animal Services, will be holding a Low Cost Vaccination and License Clinic on Saturday, May 18, at Mannel Park in Shafter. All dogs must be on a leash and all cats must be in a carrier. Also, aggressive dogs must be muzzled and under adult supervision at all times. Trying to encourage residents to be responsible dog and cat owners, Animal Control is offering this low-cost clinic to help residents offset costs of being a pet owner. Costs...
A graveside memorial service will be held for Howard D. Stene on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at 10 a.m.. at West Side Cemetery in Taft. A celebration meal will follow at the Petroleum Club in Taft. Howard was born May 21, 1942, in Ada, Minn., to Melvyn and Florence Stene. He is survived by his brother, Don Stene, and wife Penny as well as niece Patricia Romaine and nephews Matthew and Mark Stene. He was preceded in death by his brother, Merlyn Stene. After serving in the U.S. Army, Howard moved to...
[BEGIN ITAL]“For the thing I greatly feared has come upon me, And what I dreaded has happened to me.”[END ITAL] Job 3:25 As a boy growing up, I would often hear my Dad say, “Boy, that guy has the patience of Job.” So I grew up thinking our forefather Job was known for his patience. It was only later that I learned of his wealth, fame and integrity as well as being a man who feared and revered God -- and was indeed full of patience. However, this short verse at the very beginning of the rather “long” book of prose in the Old Testament s...
John Armendariz Jr. of Perry, Ga., was born July 25, 1940, at a home in the outskirts of Bakersfield, and went to be with our Lord on April 30, 2019, after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 29½ years, Lomita, as well as his two sons, John III (wife Kerry) and Bryan (wife Lupe). Sibling survivors are sisters Mary Ramirez, Sally Gonzalez (husband Jacinto), Gloria Ybarra (husband Harry) and Brother David (wife Becky). John also leaves three grandchildren, Christian, Lisa and...
