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[CLICK ON THE E-EDITION TO SEE PICTURES OF SHAFTER HIGH GRADUATES] Shafter High School's Class of 2022 walked across the stage at the newly renovated Shafter High Stadium on Wednesday night, saying goodbye to the rigors of being a high school senior and stepping into their new roles, be it a college student, a soldier or a part of the workforce. Principal Russell Shipley welcomed the graduates and their friends and families to the ceremony, giving credit to the dedicated staff at Shafter High...
The Richland Junior High Trojans spent their last day as 8th graders walking across the stage to celebrate the completion of their junior high careers, promoted to high school freshmen in the fall. Principal Monica Garza welcomed the graduates and their families to the festivities and told the students that even though they hadn't had a picture-perfect junior high experience, "it is one that you will never forget and that will shape you into who you are and are going to be." Garza mentioned...
The North Kern School held their annual graduation ceremony recently, with the graduates receiving diplomas, certificates and other awards for their educational achievements. There were eighth graders who were being promoted to their high schools and also a few students who graduated and completed their high school educations. The school is a faith-based institution that provides one-on-one instruction, as well as giving the students a more than the three Rs. North Kern was established in 1978,...
Buttonwillow Raceway was the site of the Cal Club's Regionals this past weekend, with over 300 racers on the track competing for in the Regional Championships. There were six different classes in events, with drivers vying for places in the rankings in the season series that will culminate in the National Championships held in Virginia this year. The Nationals rotate sites, with the event last year held in Las Vegas. Cal Club is the organization that had the Buttonwillow track built. The track...
City users of solid waste collection will pay less – or more, if they have alley service now. And the alley service is going away, as of July 1. The Shafter City Council on the new rates, for service delivered by American Refuse. Public Works Director Michael James told the attendees at the public hearing Tuesday night that in 2021, the City of Shafter developed a three-cart system that would be utilized by the city for its residents, which is required by the State of California. James said t...
The residents of Gossamer Grove were able to meet the men and women in blue serving the city of Shafter as members of the Shafter Police Department on Saturday, with a Flight Park Saturday Coffee with a Cop event. Residents of the megadevelopment on Seventh Standard Road were able to meet with the officers, voicing any concerns they may have, as well as ask questions. The event drew a good crowd that expressed their satisfaction with the performance of the Police Department in the Gossamer...
The city will give up to 500 residents $50 gift cards to get vaccinated, the City Council determined Tuesday night. The $25,000 investment (plus any additional surcharge fees incurred from the gift card company) is intended to increase the city's relatively low vaccination rate.. There was a lengthy discussion to consider adopting a resolution authorizing the city manager to use the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funds to promote covid-19 vaccination event(s) to incentivize community...
Mary Ellen Rexius, a long time Wasco resident, will be remembered as a loving and giving woman who loved life and gave of herself, her time and passion for her hometown, a true and faithful Tiger. Rexius passed away last week, at the age of 102. In 1947, Rexius, who was teaching in Tennessee, answered an ad in a Memphis newspaper for a teaching position in Wasco,Ca. Soon after, Rexius boarded a train for Wasco. "I will always remember that day, stepping off that train in Wasco. It was the...
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. ONGOING NEW: Community Vacation Bible School: Zoomerang at Shafter Ford Theater, 1101 E. Lerdo Hwy., June 20-24 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Register at shaftercommunityvbs.myanswers.com/2022 or text VBS2022. NEW: Vacation Bible School: Westside Family Fellowship F...
In last week's paper, a student was misidentified in the photo accompanying the Wasco Independence High School article (reprinted here). He was Joseph Gamboa. In the article about the Wasco HIgh School graduation, a parent was misidentified. He was Damien Navarro. The picture is reprinted here. The Tribune and Press apologize for the errors....
May 18 Fernando Garcia Jr., 35, of Shafter, was arrested in the 100 block of Shafter Avenue for obstruction and resisting an executive officer, obstruction of a public officer and disorderly conduct: under the influence of a drug. May 24 Rodolfo Gerardo Mendoza, 32, of Shafter, was arrested in the 100 block of South Beech Street on a felony bench warrant and misdemeanor bench warrant. Jamie Chavez, 30, of Shafter, was arrested in the 500 block of West Los Angeles Street for attempting to carjack and obstruction of a public officer. May 25 Jose...
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, CA 93263, or e-mail it to mysteryphoto@ The ShafterPress.com. Winners will be revealed here next week. LAST WEEK: From the late 1920s, the Pontiac dealership on Central Avenue next to Beckers Insurance....
A kitten was rescued from a storm drain thanks to the collaboration of the Public Works Department, Mayor Gilberto Reyna and several good samaritans. The tiny kitten was trapped in a storm drain located at the corner of Poplar Avenue and Margalo Street. Wasco resident Iris Paredes Ruiz said she heard crying from inside the sewer. "My son, Antonio Chayanne, ran to the house to get something to lift the drain cover. However, once we removed the cover, we realized we would need more serious help,"...
Redemption – or Redencion – is a Wasco band formed in 2021. They play for all occasions, including weddings, baptisms, birthdays, anniversaries, quinceaneras, night clubs and grand openings. There are four members, all with a long musical trajectory. The band is composed of Nicolas Mendez, who plays the drums; Gavino Martinez, who plays the accordion; Noe Martinez, who plays guitar; and Luis Cayetano, who plays bass and is the lead singer. "Since 2015, we have played together with different ban...
La Canasta Market has been a staple in the Wasco community for 34 years. The family-owned business focuses on providing quality produce, meats and other traditional Mexican items. They pride themselves on their excellent customer service and selling products at an affordable price. The business is owned by mother Maria Paz and her sons, Ramon and Alex Sedano Paz. "It is amazing to be able to work alongside my family. We love the Wasco community and enjoy getting to know our clients," said Ramon...
In partnership with American Refuse and Alianza, the City of Wasco's Code Compliance Department hosted a community cleanup event last month. Many volunteers participated and showed their support for an initiative to beautify Wasco. There were almost 60 people that attended on May 14. The volunteers were broken up into smaller groups to focus on gathering trash from the alleys and parks. The event raised awareness around illegal dumping. "This is a problem in Wasco. With our community cleanup,...
The Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Program in Wasco provides high-quality, no-cost child care, early childhood education and preschool services to income-eligible families. "The mission is to serve migrant children and families who are income-eligible in our service area with a comprehensive program to meet their educational, emotional, social, health, and nutritional needs," said Lupe Sanchez, area manager for south Kern County. Staff members...
The Wasco Reserve professional baseball team recruits players from throughout the United States and abroad. One particular player that stands out is Ryan Osborne. He brings the team a passion and love for the sport that he has developed over the many years he has played baseball. Osborne is both a player and assistant manager. He comes from Long Island, New York, and is back again for his second season. He has played from a very early age and was influenced by his father, who also played...
As we start each new year, many of us make resolutions and set goals to improve our lives personally, financially, spiritually or in terms of our health or relationships. Even in the least chaotic years, those good intentions are long forgotten by the time we get to June, halfway through the year. These days, with prices rising and stress levels rising even faster, most of us are either too distracted or too discouraged to even think about fulfilling our potential. Just getting back to “normal” (whatever that means) is as high as many people da...
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Ma. Dolores “Lola” Obeso de Montoya, 85, of Shafter, passed away May 25, in Sinaloa, Mexico. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Octavio Torres Parada, 77, of Bakersfield, passed away May 26, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Anna Felix, 65, of Wasco, passed away May 26, in Wasco. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Maria Ester Barrera, 85, of McFarland, passed away June 1, in Wasco. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Mary E. Rexius, 102, of Shafter, passed away June 2, in Shafter. Peters Funeral Homes, Shafter. Her...
