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First in a series of stories featuring candidates for Shafter City Council, to be elected Tuesday, Nov. 5. Shafter Mayor Chad Givens is serving his third term on the council, being first elected in 2016. Givens has been an advocate since his first term for the focus of the city to be put on growth and the importance of families in Shafter. Givens said that the city has made great progress the past few years, but that there is still much work left to do. “The focus for me has been strong c...
New flag poles have been installed to represent each branch of the military, and were the centerpiece of a rededication ceremony was Saturday morning at the Shafter Veterans Park. At the memorial, City councilmembers, residents and Assemblymember Jasmeet Bains were on hand to celebrate this addition to city's newest park. The park's memorial was originally dedicated at a ribbon cutting ceremony in May 2019. On that day, a plaque was at the location, recognizing each branch the military. On...
The Shafter Recreation Center, along with Dignity Health, held a photo exhibition including its seniors and their different health journeys with the Dignity Health program for seniors. The Shafter Recreation Department has been active in the well being and health of many seniors here, offering a variety of classes and activities aiming to keep them active and healthy. Shafter Recreation Director Phillip Jimenez said that the programs are a great way for seniors to remain active and engaged....
License plate readers recently installed in Shafter led to the arrest, prosecution and conviction of a Shafter man after the theft of a car and the high-speed chase that followed. Arturo Saldivar, Jr., was found guilty of felony evading a peace officer, receipt of stolen property, and driving a vehicle without the consent of the owner. Saldivar is scheduled to be sentenced in the Shafter Courthouse on Tuesday, Oct. 22, where he faces a possible five years in prison. The District Attorney's offic...
Rihanna Sanchez, the newly crowned 2024 Miss Wasco Rose Queen, is deeply rooted in her hometown. Born and raised in this close-knit community, she's always felt a strong connection to Wasco Reflecting on her upbringing, Rihanna said, "It has always been nice how close everybody is in the town. It's just really nice when we have community events, and it feels like everybody is there. I can't imagine living in a town that isn't Wasco." Growing up with three siblings, Rihanna looks up to her...
The annual Wasco Rotary Club Fall Festival, one of the community's most anticipated events, will take place on Thursday, Nov. 7, at the Wasco Elks Lodge. The festive evening promises a steak dinner, a silent auction, a reverse raffle with a grand prize of $5,000 and a 50/50 drawing. Tickets are available for a $180 donation per couple and can be purchased through any Rotary Club member. Tony Stout, a Rotary member for more than 20 years, is the chairperson of this year's event, marking his 15th...
The Wasco Branch Library, in partnership with the Kern County Superintendent of Schools, offers a program called "Supper & Snacks in the Stacks." This initiative provides free meals and snacks to children ages 2 to 18 on Mondays and Tuesdays, when the library is open. Tina Garcia, an office services technician who has worked at the library for over 40 years, expressed her excitement about the program. "This is the third year we've been offering it, and it's been successful. It started off slow...
American Pickers is returning to California this November and is seeking leads in the area to explore hidden treasures. If you or someone you know has an extraordinary item with a fascinating tale about it and is ready to sell, the production team wants to hear from you. The hit History Channel series, which has captivated viewers since its first season in 2010, follows skilled pickers as they hunt for America's most valuable antiques. The show is a documentary series that explores the fascinati...
Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience as Planet Dance Studio presents its 22nd annual dance recital, "Intergalactic Space Invasion," on Saturday, Dec.r 7, at the Robert F. Kennedy High School Auditorium in Delano. This highly anticipated event promises to showcase the talent and dedication of the studio's young dancers. Jacob Hernandez is the studio director. "Our summer theme was a beach theme, and now we're transitioning to an outer space theme," Hernandez explained. "Each class is...
The 8th Annual Jesse Acebedo Memorial Golf Tournament is set to take place on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the North Kern Golf Course. Thevent honors the life of Jesse Acebedo while supporting the Wasco Community Scholarship Association. Jesse Acebedo was a cherished figure in the community. His passing in a 2017 auto accident left a lasting impact on his family and friends. After his death, countless stories emerged about Jesse's dedication to others, inspiring his sons - Keith, Ben and Jeff - to...
A run/walk event has been added to the slate of events scheduled for the annual Shafter/Wasco Rivalry Week this year. Currently, the students have Dress-Up Days during the week, fun activities at lunch, and the traditional Exchange Breakfast and Exchange Rally at the two schools. The week culminates with the battle on the football field on Friday night. Principal Russell Shipley of Shafter High School said that this year, Shafter is holding a Tiger Chase Color Fun Run/Walk, which will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26, beginning at 9 a.m. The 5K...
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 Shafter High reunion – Class of 1994 reunion early sale, $40 per person for dinner and raffle. Saturday, Oct. 19, at 5 p...
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: Residents answered a familiar question, even today: "What do you think of the presidential campaign? Is it too long?" From left were...
Sept. 16 Kales Anthony Alcala, 23, ofShafter, was arrested in the 200 block of Central Valley Highway in an outside agency warrant. RaulSegura Rivera, 41, ofShafter, was arrested at BurbankStreet and Highway 43 for driving with a suspended license and unregistered vehicle. Sept. 17 Julian Gino Signorelli, 26, ofShafter, was arrested in the 200 block of East Orange Avenue for false imprisonment and battery on a person. Keith Anthony Carroll, 49, ofShafter, was arrested in the 200 block of Central Valley Highway on an agency warrant. Ignacio...
The Shafter Generals football team recovered from a rather slow start and turned it on in the second half on their way to a 50-12 rout of the Edison Tigers. The win keeps the Generals perfect, with a 4-0 record. For the second game of the season, Maryion Sloan filled the quarterback position, scoring two touchdowns with a total of 148 yards rushing on 11 carries. Christopher Espinoza had 94 yards rushing, giving Shafter consistency on the ground against the 0-4 Edison team. The Generals opened...
The Shafter High Lady Generals volleyball team stayed perfect in the SSL with a convincing 3-0 win over the Delano Tigers. The Tigers touted a 12-4 record coming into the game, but the Lady Generals dispatched them in straight sets. Led by the hitting of Sydnee Macias, the team never trailed by more than one point in the match, keeping the momentum the entire game. Aided by a boisterous crowd, the Shafter squad stayed unbeaten at home, and in first place in the South Sequoia League. But, the rea...
A few years ago I was at the bedside of a woman who was very near death. She could no longer speak and could barely move, but she was very thirsty. Most of my last visit with her was spent spooning water from a cup into her mouth. Was there any value in giving water to someone on the edge of eternity like that? I doubt that it prolonged her life. I have no reason to think it made any big difference to her thoughts or feelings. In the moment, I mostly went on with that because I didn’t really k...
Jose Javier Alcantar Romero, 56, of Shafter, passed away Sept. 18, in Delano. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Alicia Saenz, 81, of Bakersfield, passed away Sept. 17, in Bakersfield. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Maria Estafania Martinez, 81, of Shafte, passed away Aug. 28, in Shafter. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Cerafina Martinez, 76, of Lost Hills, passed away Sept. 7, in El Salvador. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Socorro T. Matta, 71, of Shafter, passed away Sept. 22, in Shafter. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Juan...
Meet Lily, an adorable 2–3-month-old female pit mix with beautiful brown/chocolate fur. She's friendly and gets along well with our staff, making her a potential new best friend for your family. While her behavior with cats, other dogs and children is unknown, Lily is ready to find her forever home. Lily will be available for adoption starting Wednesday, Oct. 2, and her adoption fees are waived. Visit us to meet Lily and see if she's the right fit for you! --Wasco Animal Shel...
