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U.S. Customs and Border Protection launched "Operation Return to Sender" last week in the Bakersfield area, including Wasco, sending a wave of fear among immigrants and farm workers. "They are terrorizing our communities, as among those targeted during random stops and raids have been essential workers who help sustain our food system," said Irene De Barraicua, director of policy and communications for Líderes Campesinas, a farm worker support organization. The operation took place over three da...
Kyle Wedel has been named Wasco High School's head varsity football coach. He has been the team's assistant coach for the last two years and assistant varsity baseball coach for the previous four years. He will also take on the role of head varsity baseball coach this year, taking over from his father.. Wedel, a lifelong resident of Wasco, graduated from WHS in 2013, where he played both baseball and football and was part of the 2012 Valley Championship football team. As head football coach, he...
Walmart held a grand opening for its fuel station on Highway 46 last Thursday with a festive ribbon-cutting celebration featuring the Wasco High School cheer team and marching band. Walmart also awarded $500 grants to the Wasco Police Department, Wasco High School and the Wasco Fire Department, along with a $1,000 grant presented to the Lauren Small Children's Center at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. Gilberto Reyna, council member and former mayor of Wasco, thanked Walmart for bringing this new...
The Wasco Community Scholarship Association application period for the 2025-2026 academic year is officially open. Wasco Union High School graduating seniors and alumni can now apply for scholarships to help fund their educational pursuits. Applications must be postmarked by March 3. For nearly 60 years, WCSA has been dedicated to empowering WUHS graduates to achieve their goals through education and life. Since its inception in 1965, the association has awarded over a million dollars in...
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School announced its Super Students for the week of Jan. 13. Criteria for selection were based on significant math improvement, showing kindness to all friends, respect and hard work, following class procedures, helping other students understand new concepts and improving learning English. Pictured in the front row, from left, are Vice Principal Angela Devin, Fabian Corona (5th grade), Janice Mo Noriega (kindergarten), Maria H. Torres (3rd grade), Oliver Romero (4th...
Gov. Gavin Newsom visited Shafter last week for a ceremony marking the groundbreaking of the California High-Speed Rail Authority Railhead Project. The railhead will serve as a freight yard where materials are received and track-laying work is staged, representing the initial step before the tracks are laid. The event also provided an opportunity to celebrate the substantial completion of Construction Package 4 (CP 4), the southernmost stretch of the initial operating line of the high-speed...
Here's this week's challenge, courtesy of the Wasco 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 Tribune, 455 Kern St., Suite E, Shafter 93263, or e-mail it to [email protected]. Winners will be revealed here next week. LAST WEEK: Staff Sergeant Victor J. Krause, a WWII veteran from Wasco, was stationed in New Guinea, where he helped rescue a bomber crew of four after they...
The City of Wasco is proud to announce the installation of new public Level 3 Fast Chargers, offering electric vehicle (EV) drivers a faster and more convenient way to charge their cars. These chargers are located near the Historic Downtown District and are now available for use 24/7. City Engineer Kameron Arnold shared key details about the project. When asked about the funding sources, Arnold explained, "This project consisted of funding from the California Energy Commission via a grant from t...
The Wasco City Council is recruiting two (2) individuals to serve on the Wasco Planning Commission and one (1) individual to serve on the Kern Mosquito and Vector Control District’s Board of Trustees. For any questions or assistance regarding this appointment, contact the City Clerk’s Office at (661) 758-7215....
Jan. 21 City Council Meeting 746 8th St. @ 6:00 p.m. Jan. 24 City offices closed Friday Feb. 4 City Council Meeting 746 8th St. @ 6:00 p.m. Feb. 7 City offices closed Friday Feb. 10 Planning Commission Meeting 746 8th St. @ 6:00 p.m....
The City of Wasco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Police Officer $2,524.58 - $3,222.10 / biweekly Police Dispatcher $2,072.05 - $2,644.50 / biweekly Homeless Outreach Coordinator $2,254.16 - $2,876.94 / biweekly Volunteers Apply online at: www.cityofwasco.org/Jobs.aspx...
All adoption fees are waived at the Wasco Animal Shelter, until further notice. W a s c o A n i m a l S h e l t e r Find your new friend today! 5409 7th Street Wasco, CA 93280 661-758-7240...
The Shafter Planning Commission welcomed its new members Tuesday night as they held their first meeting of 2025. At a recent City Council meeting, Armando Camacho, Joseph Simmons and John Sanchez were appointed to the commission for four-year terms. Sanchez had a term that expired in December, but expressed interest in serving another term and was selected to do so.At their first meeting of 2025, the members of the commission elected Lovedeep Joshen to serve as their chairman. Member David...
Phillip Jimenez joined the Shafter Recreation and Parks District in 2014, starting as a program coordinator and working his way up to district manager. A former collegiate athlete, he exemplifies the dedication of a public servant who left his hometown only to return and make a lasting impact on the lives of countless youth, adults and seniors in the community. After graduating from Shafter High School, Jimenez attended Southern Utah University on a football scholarship. He then transferred to...
Lorena Castillo is a Shafter-based artist who works with acrylics on large-scale surfaces and canvases. "Art breaks barriers and brings people together," she said in an interview last week. "It helps people share and learn about their culture and traditions. Art builds bridges between individuals and communities, bringing human connection." She is originally from Watsonville and moved to Shafter with her two children in 2018 to be with her mother after her father passed away. Over the past six...
Information for this feature is provided by the Shafter Library & Learning Center's newsletter, edited by Bob Wolf. Additional photos by Samantha Saldaña, Elsa Solorio and Rebecca Bernal. Art students create fun character snow globes By Nancy Becerra Students in my art class worked on different mediums throughout the semester, like painting, oil and chalk pastels, drawing and sculpting. As they reached the end of the semester, they started to create more sculptures, including the snow globe...
The Shafter High basketball teams got wins last week, with SSL action heating up after the Christmas break. The Lady Generals upped their SSL record to 3-0 and won their two games last week by a combined total of 120-35 in their games against Delano and Taft. Shafter routed Delano on Tuesday, 68-13, and thrashed Taft, 52-22. Against Delano, Shafter had three players in double digits, with Isela Lugo leading the way with 24 points, including hitting 3 of 6 from the 3-point line. Alexia Ramirez...
2 years ago: Jan. 12, 2005 Shafter's first baby born in 1987, Sarah Jane Velarde, turned 18 years old. 30 years ago: Jan. 26, 1995 Shafter resident Navy Officer Blue Sky Crane was appointed to the nuclear powered Trident submarine USS. --Compiled by Erica Soriano...
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 noon Thursday prior to publication. Updates will be on TheShafterPress.com and WascoTrib.com. ANNOUNCEMENTS “Purple Pig” fundraiser – Wasco Elks Lodge hosts its Leading Knight and Secretary Challenge Dinner, benefiting the Purpl...
Jan. 6 Manuel Ojeda, 64, was arrested in the 600 block of D Street for DUI alcohol and DUI alcohol/0.08 percent. He was booked into the Lerdo Justice Facility. Ricardo Martinez Lucas, 26, was arrested in the 2600 block of Highway 46 on a felony bench warrant, He was booked into the Lerdo Justice Facility. Jan. 07 Omar Pimentel Lara, 36, was arrested in the 1800 block of Broadway Avenue for assault with deadly weapon, causing elder abuse and burglary: first degree. He was booked into the Lerdo Justice Facility. Jan. 8 Francisca Arellano, 36,...
Psalms 43:4 says, ”God is our exceeding joy.” David was telling us that God is our exceeding joy and He can lift us up out of depression to praise. The greatest joy you will ever have will come when you are in a right relationship with God. Psalms 37:4 says, “Delight yourself in the Lord.” The world did not give me this joy. This joy is far superior than what the world has. Jesus told the Samaritan woman, “Drink of the world’s water and you will thirst again, but whosoever drinks of the water that I shall give will never thirst again.” You...
Bob Joseph McClain, 79, of Wasco, passed away on Dec. 16, 2024. He was born on June 26, 1945, in California, son of the late Travis and Virginia McClain. He is survived by his wife, Barbara McClain, and their five children, including four sons, Bobby, Dean, Denny and David McClain, and one daughter, Melody, as well as several grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was known by those who loved him as "Bad Bob of Bakersfield." He was a long-haul trucker most of his life and loved to tell...
Martha Montano Meza, 43, of Shafter, passed away Jan. 5, in Los Angeles. Basham Funeral Care, Shafter. Larry D. Hawkins, 77, of Bakersfield, passed away Jan. 8, in Bakersfield. Basham Funeral Care, Shafter. Karen J. Perez, 66, of Delano, passed away Dec. 22, in Delano. Basham Funeral Care, Shafter....
Looking for a lovable, cuddly companion to brighten your days? Meet Sandra D, an approximately 10-12-month-old female chihuahua lab mix with a sweet nature and a heart of gold. This adorable pup has soft brown and white fur, perfect for snuggling. Sandra D came to us as a stray and has quickly won over the hearts of our staff and fellow dogs alike. While her house/crate training status is unknown and her behavior with children is untested, her friendly and gentle personality makes her an...
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