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A 1941 Harley Davidson motorcycle that was regular sight around the Minter Field Airport in the 1940s has come home, thanks to the owner's daughter, who donated the cycle to the Minter Field Air Museum. A ceremony was held on Monday, July 4, which is Vincent Anslinger's birthday. Anslinger was stationed at Minter Field beginning in December 1941, as part of the Army Reserves. Anslinger's daughter Arlene contacted the Minter Field Air Museum recently wanting to donate her dad's Harley to the...
The Shafter Chamber of Commerce held their annual Fireworks Show on Sunday night, filling the night sky with a display of color and explosion. The event was held at the Shafter Recreation fields next to the Shafter High Football Stadium, which is still being completed. The event drew a large crowd of over 2,000 people, with many others scattered throughout the nearby neighborhoods, holding cookouts, watching parties, and sitting in their yards, ready to watch the spectacle. On the grounds of the...
The Shafter Library has developed a great friend in Bakersfield College, with the school partnering with the city to operate the library, creating one of the only municipal libraries in the county. The change to the library has been drastic, with a renovation to the building, an expansion that has added labs, a classroom and more, thanks to generous sponsors and a community of volunteers. In addition to operating and staffing the library, the college has given the library and Learning Center...
The children of Shafter went on a Monumental Adventure last week as they ventured into the deserts and landscapes of creation, helping them form a rock-solid faith. The Shafter Mennonite Brethren Church held their annual Vacation Bible School last week, with new adventures for the kids that helped them see God's awesome creations. A crowd filled the sanctuary as children from kindergarten to sixth grade were led on expeditions that included arts and crafts, games and Bible stories. The kids...
The Shafter Police Department is to keep the community of Shafter safe, be it on the roads or in their neighborhoods, working in eliminating dangerous situations, be they big or small. According to Assistant Chief of Police Diana Barnett, the SPD issued four citations for illegal fireworks this year, and they responded to a total of 97 reports and complaints of illegal fireworks use. This is compared to 150 calls last year and one citation given out. "This year was a lot quieter here in Shafter...
The Wasco Recreation and Parks District hosted their One Nation Celebratio, incorporating many new elements. A special component this year was a bicycle parade around Barker Park in partnership with Toys for Tigers. Riders decorated their bikes and trikes with a 4th of July theme. "It is wonderful to see all of these kids and adults participating in the first independence celebration bike ride. I had a lot of fun," said Mayor Gilberto Reyna. "I hope this is the beginning of a new tradition in...
At this week's City Council meeting, Mayor Gilberto Reyna announced that he had formed a steering-advisory committee to look into implementing an independent Wasco police department. "I have heard from many citizens who are dissatisfied with our current sheriff's policing services and want to see an immediate change," Reyna said in his remarks. "Worse yet, some are so frustrated with long-delayed or no responses that they have expressed a willingness to take matters into their own hands. I do no...
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: Carting refuse workshop – City of Shafter & American Refuse presents seminar on learning about the New 3 Cart Refuse Service. Two workshops att Mannel Park, 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, april 14 and Veterans Park, 9-10 a.m. on Saturday, July 16. Que...
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: Shafter's historic Green Hotel in 1938....
June 27 Pedro Moreno Garza, 55, of Shafter, was arrested in the 400 block of West Ash Avenue on a misdemeanor bench warrant and exhibiting a weapon: not a firearm. June 28 Antonio Ortiz Valdez, 51, of Shafter, was arrested in the 400 block of Central Avenue for disorderly conduct: alcohol and on a misdemeanor bench warrant. June 29 Francisco Saldivar, 44, of Shafter, was arrested in the 200 block of East Lerdo Highway on an outside agency warrant and a misdemeanor bench warrant, and for driving without a driver’s license. July 1 Rosendo Tellez...
Our loving mother passed peacefully in her home on June 26, 2022. She was born on April 3, 1950, in Valle Hermoso, Tamaulipas, Mexico. She resided in Wasco for more than 50 years. She worked processing roses in all aspects of production and other farm labor before she retired. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She loved spending time with family and friends and made great meals for them. Her love language was acts of service and enjoyed doing it. She had many specialties but she was known for her menudo, tamales and rice. She is...
Filemon Valdez, 89, of Shafter, passed away June 28, in Texas. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Steven Glenn Crosby, 70, of Shafter, passed away June 26, in Shafter. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Barry James Nelson, 56, of Shafter, passed away June 24, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter....
As the days go forward the world gets more vicious and crazy. 2nd Timothy 3:1 says in the last days perilous times shall come. God said that if we humble ourselves and pray and seek His face and turn from our wicked ways, He would hear us and forgive us and heal our land. It is righteousness that exalts a nation. Sin is a reproach to any people. To get this country going on the right track, the Continental Congress called for a day of prayer. Once when a critical moment arose during the Civil Wa...
Peterson Auto Supply has operated in Wasco since 1948. Over the years, it has gone through multiple owners. Mathew Wankum purchased the company in January 2022 from his father, who worked there from 1978 until he bought it in 2000. Wankum grew up around the shop and has spent the last 17 years learning the business. "I've been here ever since I was born. It is all I know. My plan was always to be the owner, and I have never had any other desire for any other job. As a kid, I liked being here,"...
The Wasco Union High School varsity football team took top prizes at the Hanford High School Passing Tournament and Lineman Competition. "This tournament and competition is among the largest and most popular in the area. We played against six high schools from the Valley," said head varsity football coach Chad Martinez. They won second place overall in the passing tournament. "We are not traditionally a passing team, so it is a good sign for the season." Passing is a scrimmage that does not...
The Wasco High School Tigers cheerleading team brings enthusiasm and fun to each game while inspiring the new generation of cheerleaders. Recently the Tigers hosted a camp for 131 Wasco Bengals cheerleaders. It was a day of teaching the younger girls dance, cheer and stunt routines, and was an example of Tiger spirit and leadership. Hailey Coyle is the WHS cheer advisor. She has previously served as a judge for the Bengals at their tryouts. "I like to judge because those girls are going to be ou...
Filemon P. Valdez, 89, passed away on June 28, 2022, at his home in Edinburg, Texas. He was born on Nov. 22, 1932, in Martinitos, Cerralvo, Nuevo Leon, Mexico to Rosendo and Aniceta P. Valdez. Filemon grew up in Martinitos, Mexico. In 1961, he traveled and settled in Shafter. He started Valdez Trucking Co., where he worked until he retired in 1993. Filemon married Delia Gomez on Jan. 22, 1961, in La Mermeja, Cerralvo, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. They were married for 61 years. Together they had eight...
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