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The Shafter City Council voted to approve a buyout option for the employment contract between the City of Shafter and its City Manager Gabriel Gonzalez. Gonzalez, who began with the city in 2020, has a contract that expires in March 2025. Gonzalez has announced to the council that he plans to retire at the end of his contract. Gonzalez also said that he would be willing to accept a buyout of his current contract if the city finds a replacement before the expiration of his contract. In the terms...
Shafter held its First Friday event on Friday, Aug. 2, in downtown Shafter, drawing a crowd for an evening of fun. The event is a continuing series of events that the city started last year to great success. The brainchild of Mayor Chad Givens, the latest in the series had good food, music, games for the kids and a lot of vendors displaying a variety of items. There was jewelry, clothing and information booths, as well as organizations promoting an array of services. The Shafter Recreation...
Tin Cup of Shafter recently celebrated seven years in business with an event that included vendors, raffles, live music, coffees and drinks. Manager Shakira Willis said that she was pleasantly surprised with the response on Thursday. "I wondered what kind of crowd there would be because of the event being in the morning during the week, but it has been really great." Willis and her staff were busy selling their signature sandwiches and drinks, giving customers raffle tickets. They gave away...
The Shafter Lions Club, along with their partners and sponsors, held a Stuff the Bus event on Saturday, collecting a busload of school supplies for the students of Shafter. Gilbert Alvarado of the Shafter Lions Club said that it was thanks to the support of the entire community that the event was a success. In addition to the Shafter Lions Club, the Shafter Family Resource Center and Kern County Child Support Services, as well as Acelerados Off Road, were on hand to help with the event. Members...
The criminal investigation into former mayor Alex Garcia's alleged meeting with two men has been terminated, according to a statement issued Friday by the Bakersfield Police Department. Sergeant Eric Celedon, the department’s public information officer, said in the statement, “A case number was generated for this incident, but neither involved party contacted us after we reached out. This has left us unable to proceed with any type of investigation. As of now, the case is closed.” This came afte...
In a rare packed house, the Wasco City Council has appointed former Mayor Pro Tem Valentin Medina as the next mayor, with Councilmember Eddie Saldaña taking over as mayor pro tem. This transition comes in the wake of the controversial resignation of Mayor Alex Garcia, who stepped down following allegations involving an alleged meeting with a minor. Medina said Tuesday night, "It's an honor to serve as mayor of Wasco. This is not how I saw myself becoming mayor, but it is crucial to continue...
The Shafter Press and Wasco Tribune encourage local organizations to let the public know about coming events and activities through this column. Drop off or mail items at the office, 455 Kern St., Suite E, in Shafter, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, call 661-292-5100 or email [email protected]. Deadline is 4 p.m. Thursday prior to publication. Updates will be on TheShafterPress.com and WascoTrib.com. ANNOUNCEMENTS Waste collection event –Kern County Public Works will be hosting a drive up and drop off hazardous waste free of charge S...
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 93263, or e-mail it to mysteryphoto@The ShafterPress.com. Winners will be revealed here next week. LAST WEEK: Richland Upper Grades 7th grade 1963 class with current resident Susan Grisham in the last row, third from last....
July 26 Misty Michelle Barrios, 42, of Shafter, was arrested in the 700 block of South Shafter Avenue for possession of unlawful paraphernalia and violating a domestic court order. July 27 Peter Beltran Lerichi, 41, of Shafter, was arrested in the 300 block of Pacific Avenue for disorderly conduct: alcohol. July 28 Miguel Angel Ortega Franco, 41, of Shafter, was arrested in the 100 block of East Orange Avenue on a bench warrant/failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge. July 29 Beverly Jolene Noguez, 48, of Shafter, was arrested in the 700...
The Wasco Police Department proudly hosted its inaugural "Chill with a Cop" event on Thursday at Barker Park, inviting the community to engage in friendly conversations with its officers. Attendees were encouraged to discuss any issues or concerns, fostering open dialogue and strengthening community bonds. Held in a relaxed setting with ice cream in hand, the event provided a unique opportunity for residents to connect with the men and women who serve and protect their city. For grandmother...
On Saturday, New Generation Church hosted its 9th Annual "Loving Our City" community outreach event, designed to offer families a safe and enjoyable experience. The free event featured food, games, prizes, raffles, live music and preaching. This year, they distributed 450 backpacks. Pastor Frank Sanchez proudly said, "We are a diverse, bilingual church. We have Anglo, Black and Hispanic families. Our church is very committed to helping the community, and to give you an idea, we have 120...
Salvation Training Ground ended their fourth season with a third place basketball team in the West Coast Nationals tournament, held in Las Vegas. Head Coach Fabian Jimenez said that he is very proud of the girls for representing Shafter in such a great way. The team competed against top teams from Utah, New Mexico, Arizona and Nevada, as well as some of California's best. Shafter teams had competed in the Regionals in Anaheim, moving on to the Jam On It West Coast Nationals, where the girls 12U...
The Word of God is rich with truth that speaks into our souls when they become downcast. “Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me?” (Psalms 42:5) The Psalms alone have around fifty laments expressing grief, sorrow, fear, anger, contempt, shame and guilt as prayers to God, requesting and receiving solace and deliverance (Psalms 13, 42, 43, 77, 88). The Bible is full of examples and situations of suffering and loss leading to despair (Job, Jeremiah, Jesus Christ). Anyone can develop a downcast or depressed soul. A downcast sou...
Meet Violette, a sweet and playful 9-month-old German shepherd who came into the Wasco Animal Shelter as a stray. She is a joy to be around and gets along wonderfully with our staff and other dogs. While we don't know if she's house/crate trained, her loving personality shines through every day. Violette's interactions with children are unknown as we haven't tested her behavior around them. However, she's sure to bring happiness to any home ready to give her a chance! She will be available for...
4 years ago: Aug. 15, 1984 Shafter High teacher and local artist Joaquin Patino was invited to the Plaza De La Raza Art Festival in Los Angeles. The MEChA adisor sold all 125 pieces of his Mexican cultural artwork. 10 tears ago: Aug. 6, 2014 After 40 years, Insect Lore founder Carlos White decided to close his Entomology Museum. The museum brought visitors from all over to share the knowledge of insects. --Compiled by Erica Soriano...
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