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Valentin Medina was recently elected to serve as a council member representing District 3. He has strong roots in Wasco and is grateful the community put trust in him to carry out the public service role. Medina was born in Delano but raised in Wasco and attended local schools. He graduated from the University of California, Davis, in 2012, lived in Bakersfield for a few years, and then moved back to Wasco in 2017. He said it feels great to have the vote of the people. Medina has many goals he w...
A 16-year-old male juvenile was shot, transported to a local hospital via air medic for treatment and subsequently died in an incident last Thursday at 6th Place and Cedar Avenue. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office called the shooting a homicide in its media release, and said the investigation is ongoing. Right after the shooting, Mayor Vincent R. Martinez said, “Public safety is a number one concern in Wasco and for the City Council. Right now, we are meeting with Congressman David Valadao to...
The California Farmworker Foundation aims to improve the quality of life of farmworkers through personal and professional development. The Zumba program it organizes for the community aligns with this goal. Zumba is a form of fitness class in which you burn off calories by dancing to different kinds of lively music, often Latin-American inspired, such as salsa, merengue and samba, and other types of modern music such as hip hop and Bollywood (music from the Indian films). Hernan Hernandez,...
The Wasco High School boy's varsity, junior varsity and girls varsity wrestling teams all took wins against the Shafter Generals. It was a proud moment for them all and an opportunity to move forward in the league. The boy's varsity team won 54-18, the junior varsity 36-15 and the girls varsity team won 48-22. Juan Gallardo is the head coach for all three teams and is joined by three other coaches, Danny Arellano, Garth Wara and Joe Blanchard. Gallardo has been coaching for 27 years. He said...
For over 25 years, Casting for Recovery has provided healing outdoor retreats for women with breast cancer. These retreats, using the sport of fly fishing, bring hope, inspiration and empowerment. The retreats are open to women with breast cancer of all ages, in all stages of treatment and recovery, at no cost to them. CfR's healing program is unique. Teresa Adams, co-coordinator for CfR Southern California, said, "It is a combination of many factors, but the main thing is to try to get women ou...
A Wasco man, Nestor Jose Perez, 33, was arrested for attempted murder, shooting into an occupied vehicle, assault with a deadly weapon, shooting from a vehicle and stalking. According to a media release from the Kern County Sheriff's Office, on Jan. 19 at approximately 2:30 a.m. deputies from the Wasco sunstation were dispatched to the 600 block of North Maple Avenue for a shooting into an occupied vehicle. During the investigation, Perez was identified as the suspect. At approximately 8:40 a.m....
The Wasco Union Elementary School District held its monthly Parent University last week. It was an opportunity to learn about different topics and a way to empower the whole family. The Parent University workshops align with the WUESD mission to provide all students with an education that promotes lifelong learning and appreciation for diversity and responsible citizenship. Angela Devin is an English learner and early literacy coordinator with the WUESD. She said it is a way to unite the...
Fourth and 5th grade students from Redwood Elementary School participated in their Science Fair last week, showcasing their science fair projects and sharing their research and conclusions. The event is a qualifier for the County Science Fair, which includes students who have won at the school and district level. According to Superintendent Rosa Romero, the students worked hard on their projects for weeks. "We are proud of our participants for their hard work and effort in completing their...
Because the idea of a dog park within Mannel Park didn't sit well with nearby residents, the city will replace the state's contribution for the park's shade project and eliminate that component from the plan. Tuesday night, the City Council approved a budget amendment to move $75,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act to the Mannel Park Shade Structure project. The project, including a dog par, was previously going to be funded by a grant from the state. But because of concerns from residents...
James Garner and the Tennessee Three appeared at the Ford Theater on Saturday night, giving residents a glimpse of the artistry of the Man in Black, Johnny Cash. Garner channeled the country icon, with the look, mannerisms, and vocal style of the singer, giving the audience an amazing concert, according to several attendees. "It was outstanding. I saw Cash back in 1978 in Las Vegas, and he had Cash down completely. He even had his guitar playing style perfect," said Ralph Cordero, who was in...
My husband and I are new to the town of Shafter. We moved here in November of 2021. I enjoy taking walks with our dog, Bella, through our neighborhood and have met several wonderful neighbors on our walks. This particular day I was walking with Bella and halfway through my walk a young German shepherd came up to us and got right in front of Bella, causing her to stop. This went on continually. and I was getting frustrated. We were at a busy street when I decided to stop at the next corner house...
One person is dead after their pickup truck collided with a train on its way to Oakland on Thursday afternoon. According to the California Highway Patrol, at approximately 4:45 p.m., an Amtrak train traveling from Bakersfield to Oakland collided with a pickup near the intersection of Madera Avenue and Poplar Avenue in Shafter. The driver of the truck was declared dead at the scene. The passengers of the train and crew were not injured. The area was closed for several hours for law enforcement...
The Shafter Kiwanis Club held their monthly Terrific Kids luncheon on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 18, recognizing outstanding students from the Richland School District. The students honored best displayed the trait that was selected as the theme for that month. This last month, the trait was "Inclusive." Students are nominated by a teacher or administrator, with that person recognizing that student for being a great example of that trait. This month, for Richland Junior High, the students...
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 Book bags – The Shafter Library and Learning Center have book bags (10 books in each) that can be checked out. The bags includes books mostly for the kids, but who says that adults can't enjoy them, too? Red bags for the holiday and orange bags with Hal...
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: The Don Holt service station in 1950, where Preston Tire was in 2010....
WASCO As reported by the Kern County Sheriff’s Office, Wasco substation: Jan. 16 Alexis Garcia, 23, of Wasco, was arrested near the intersection of Poso Avenue and F Street for felony under the influence of a controlled substance while in possession of a firearm, illegal possession of an assault weapon, possession of a short-barreled rifle, possession of a large capacity magazine and CCW in vehicle. He was booked into the Kern County Jail. Jose Guitron, 42, of Wasco, was arrested in the 600 block of D Street for felon in possession of a f...
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Aurora Ocampo, 78, of Wasco passed away Jan. 11, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Santiago D. Naranjo, 47, of Shafter passed away Jan. 16, in Sun Valley. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Lucio A. DeLeon, 56, of Shafter passed away Jan. 12, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Brian DeWayne Jones, 49, of Shafter passed away Jan. 19, in Bakersfield. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Mauricio Arturo De La O Rodriguez, 39, of Concord passed away Jan. 22, in Concord. Peters Funeral Home, Shafte...
With the Super Bowl just around the corner, I thought it would be interesting to give you some Super Bowl history. Did you know the Detroit Lions, Cleveland Browns, Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Texans have never played in the Super Bowl? Did you realize that it has been 19 seasons since the Raiders last played in a Super Bowl? How about 26 years for the Dallas Cowboys and 27 years for the L.A. Chargers? Every single year in the month of August every NFL team begins their season with the...
Karl F. Clemens Elementary School announced its Super Students for the week of Jan. 16. 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. Front row, from left: German Jarquin (2nd grade), Andy Magallanes (1st grade) and Adam Gutierrez (kindergarten). Middle row, from left: Carolina Maldonado (5th), Julieta Ontiveros...
Addison Tatum, the 2023 Kern County Ms. United States Agriculture, will compete for the state title on Saturday, Jan. 28. She brings a wealth of excitement and enthusiasm to the pageant. Tatum has lived her entire life in Wasco and feels proud to represent the city. "It's a small town and is special to me. I like advocating for women because there are not many of us in agriculture." She graduated from Wasco High School in 2018. She is currently a student at California State University, Bakersfie...
4 years ago: Feb. 2, 1983 Shafter High Students try out the school's first Commodore 64 Computer in Lloyd Robidaux' math class. The desktop computer was introduced August 1982. 20 years ago:Jan. 15, 2003 The Richland School Board's president, Roger Riley, presents retiring district secretary Suzie Dobbs with a certificate of recognition for 20 years of service. 10 years ago:Jan. 16, 2013 The City of Shafter kicked off its centennial celebration in style with a birthday bash held at the Shafter...
