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A local almond farmer has been wearing several hats, living a life that is an example of hard work and its rewards. Jenny Holtermann is a farmer, an executive, a wife and mother, all while working to preserve a bright future for future generations. Holtermann is a fourth-generation farmer, beginning her career up in Chico on her family's almond ranch. She attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she met her future husband, Tim. After graduation, they moved to Shafter, beginning a new chapter....
The city of Shafter will be holding its annual Fireworks Show this year on Monday July 3, with the gates opening at 6 p.m. and fireworks beginning at dusk. The event will be held at the Shafter Recreation baseball fields, right next to Shafter High Football stadium. Many will be familiar with the location even from years when the event was held at the stadium, since that's where they camped out to watch the show. The Shafter Chamber of Commerce is once again the sponsor of the event, with a...
In 2018, Melissa Hurtado, against all odds, became the youngest woman ever elected to the California State Senate. She is known as a thoughtful policymaker who works across party lines to improve residents' quality of life and ensure rural voices are heard at all levels of government. Hurtado is the daughter of hard-working immigrants, born and raised in the Central Valley. "This Valley is what I am. The struggles, my upbringing, all have played a role and continue to play a role in who I am and...
The Shafter Colours Festival planning committee met again last Thursday, with plans for the festival moving forward and getting a little more specific. The committee designated members in the different departments of the committee, using different residents’ experience and strengths. After the dissolution of the festival a few years ago, a large number of residents were voicing their aim of revitalizing the event. The new festival will highlight the talents of residents and organizations. S...
The Shafter Mennonite Brethren Church will be holding its annual Summer Wrestling Camp next month, Monday-Friday, July 17-21. The camp is operated by Pastor Pat Coyle and a staff of volunteers that teach children basic techniques, such as takedowns and escapes, and also some exercises and workouts that will help develop their endurance and overall fitness. Coyle is a former competitive wrestler, competing in high school and college, carrying that passion into his desire to teach and help the...
A grand celebration to honor the great nation's independence is set for Saturday, July 1, at Barker Park from 4 to 9:30 pm. Organized by the Wasco Recreation and Parks District, the Red, White & Boom Fireworks Festival will kick off with a flag ceremony, followed by a bicycle parade, music, food, vendors, a watermelon contest, Red, White & Pool Party and a finale fireworks show. All of the activities are free and open to all ages. "The fireworks show has been a long-standing tradition for...
Early Monday at 12:01 am, deputies responded to a deadly shooting and found a person pronounced deceased at the scene due to a violent assault. The incident occurred in the 1800 block of Bay Meadow Drive in Wasco. KCSO homicide detectives are investigating the crime. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office at 661-861-3110 or the Secret Witness Hotline at 661-322-4040....
The Shafter Mennonite Brethren Church is holding its annual Vacation Bible School this week, with the theme "Stellar- Shine Jesus's Light." There were over 70 kids on hand to participate in a week of fun and learning, as the children learned how to shine Jesus's light to the world. Pastor Pat Coyle, assisted by Music Director David Bloemhof and Song Leader Stephanie Bloemhof, helped children learn several songs, as well as choreography to go with them. The children learned in their Bible study...
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 esoriano@TheShafterPress.com or call 661-292-5100 by Monday at 4 p.m. for that week’s paper. ANNOUNCEMENTS Cooling center – 2023 Kern County Cooling Center (Centros De Enfriamiento Condado De Kern 2023) at 505 Sunset Ave. at the Walker Senior Center in Shafter from 1 to 8 p.m. Sponsored by Kern County Aging & Adult Services. First Friday–City of Shaft...
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: John Scaroni with truck at the Shafter Ice House in the 1940s....
June 19 Stephanie Marie Hurtado, 32, of Shafter, was arrested in the 700 block of East Tulare for possession of a controlled substance, possession of paraphernalia and on an outside agency warrant. Joshua Oros, 29, of Shafter, was arrested in the 100 block of Golden West Avenue for possession of unlawful paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance and violation of parole: felony. June 20 Marco Antonio Silva Jr., 24, of Shafter, was arrested in the 200 block of Faber Street on an outside warrant. Christian Alberham Martinez, 22, of...
Preparations for the annual Wasco Rose Festival are underway, with the selection of this year's "You've Got a Friend in Wasco" theme. A long-standing tradition, the event promises to be an-other exciting lineup of activities for the community to enjoy the weekend after Labor Day, Sept. 7-9, 2023. The Rose Festival begins with the Miss Wasco Rose Queen Pageant at the Wasco High School auditorium Thursday, Sept. 7. The Wasco Elk Ladies will bring an Evening of Wine and Roses on Friday, Sept. 8....
Barbara Lucas, a cherished friend to many, was a beloved mother, grandmother and aunt, playing an integral part in the community. After a lifetime of joy and happiness, she passed away peace-fully on June 10. She was born in Turlock, on Oct. 24, 1933, to Jeptha Ivan Stone and Rowena Matthews Stone. After living in Marysville for a short time, the family found their way to Shafter. In 1954 she married Edwin Lucas of Wasco and moved with him there, where she lived for the rest of her life. At 16,...
Pizza Factory has a new owner, Frank Almanza, who hopes to continue delivering the best dining experience fn the community. Almanza took over the restaurant last November and said he has been warmly welcomed. He is originally from Los Angeles, but moved to Kern County in 2006 when he got hired by the California Department of Corrections. He has lived in Kern County ever since. Almanza has had a fruitful career in law enforcement, first as a correctional officer and then as a fire captain, the...
Three men from Wasco were arrested on Tuesday morning for allegedly brandishing a firearm and other charges. Deputies from the Wasco substation responded to the 1800 block of F Street regarding a bran-dishing firearm call. They learned the suspects were occupying a white four-door Dodge Charger that had driven through the area multiple times. After the subjects showed the firearm, they fled the area in the vehicle. Deputies circulated the area and located a vehicle matching the description near...
The Shafter Recreation and Parks District's Pony League baseball and softball seasons are entering the home stretch, with plenty of great games being played. The leagues, which have enjoyed the highest registration numbers in the last decade, have just a few weeks to go. With the end of the 2023 season approaching, the friendly competition in both 14U and 11U baseball and softball continues to grow. In these divisions, there are 22 teams, 12 in the Pony division and 10 in the Mustang division....
We live in a world full of trials, troubles, struggles, hardships, frustrations and disappointments. Adversities happen unexpectedly and are out of our control. Loss of a job, an opportunity, money, health, or a loved one. "Man is born for trouble, as sparks fly upwards" (Job 5:7). The wise Christian expects troubles in our fallen world. God's Word reveals a wise perspective to understand adversity and to make a righteous plan to face it when it inevitably arrives. Adversity turns you to God. Adversity is used by God to turn us back to Him and...
Ramiro Z. Rodriguez, 73, of Bakersfield, passed away June 22, in Bakersfield. Peters Funeral Home, Wasco. Jolene Rachele Lanford, 48, of Bakersfield, passed away June 13, in Bakersfield. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Juanita Rodriguez, 60, of Wasco, passed away June 20, in Wasco. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Lidia Trevino Barron, 70, of Shafter, passed away June 17, in Shafter. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Adam Troy Smith, 57, of Shafter, passed away June 22, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Jose Robles...
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