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Vandalism, lighting and theft were disclosed as the main concerns with city parks at the joint City Council and recreation and parks meeting on Tuesday. Annin Park at 935 Gromer Ave. and Barker Park at Poso Dr. and Poplar Ave. were the two parks specifically mentioned. "The bathrooms were vandalized within a couple of weeks of fixing them," said Director of Recreation and Parks Vickie Hight. "It's an ongoing problem." Councilmember Danny Espitia commented on the unsavory people that frequent Sou...
Dogs will be able to get to know potential new owners at Wasco's animal shelter, now that there are four new fenced play yards for them to roam freely, along with a dog run and a public viewing area. The Feb. 20 grand opening at the shelter, 5409 7th Street, ws made possible by a $28,000 grant from PetSmart Charities. The City of Wasco used the grant to provide fenced play yards so the dogs can run and play, participate in public viewing and interact with prospective new families. Due to pet...
Visitors arrived at Canyon Hills Church earlier than the 9 a.m. opening of the Homeless Resource Day. "About a dozen agencies are represented here," said Homeless Outreach Committee senior health educator Natasha Felkins. "Blood pressure and glucose testing are being provided." The event was sponsored by the Kern County Homeless Collaborative and included booths with spokespersons providing information and resources available for medical services, referrals to social services, legal assistance,...
Hong Kong Restaurant has a warm, inviting atmosphere and the orderliness of the seating creates a spacious feeling. The Wasco Rotary Club uses the Hong Kong Restaurant to cater its lunch menu for specific meetings. "The food is excellent," said Superintendent Kelly Richers. The restaurant is located at 912 Seventh St. and they can be reached at 661-758-3338 for take-out orders. It's owned by Jian Zuo Huang and his wife, Juan Zhu Huang. They have owned the restaurant for approximately 3 1/2...
ANNOUNCEMENTS NEW: Computer education -- Wasco Adult Education Center is offering a free computer education course, including computer basics, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Powerpoint. Classes start March 20th at 1445 Poso Drive. College counseling -- Bakersfield College DSPS/academic counselor Elvira Martinez will be available at Wasco Independence High School, 1445 Poso Drive, Thursday, March 21. ONGOING Senior lunch – Senior center serving meal Monday-Friday at 11:25 a.m., 1280 Poplar St. MONDAY Office hours -- Mayor A...
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, 406 Central Ave., Shafter 93263, or e-mail it to [email protected]. Winners will be revealed here next week. LAST WEEK: Clarence Crawford's adult basketball team in 1952. (The tall player with his back to the camera is Benny McLeod.)...
Feb. 25 Isabel Ramirez, 42, of Wasco, was arrested in the 300 block of Griffith Avenue in Wasco on a misdemeanor warrant. She was booked into the Kern County Jail. Julio Villalobos, 41, of Wasco, was arrested in the 1500 block of Sycamore Drive in Wasco for domestic violence. He was booked into the Kern County Jail. Christina Villalobos, 36, of Wasco, was arrested in the 1500 block of Sycamore Drive in Wasco, for domestic violence. She was booked into the Kern County Jail. Alejandra Bustamante, 26, of Wasco, was arrested in the 1000 block of...
Austin is a male, bully mix approximately 2-3 years old, and weighs about 50 pounds. He is initially a shy guy but warms up quickly. He's friendly and likes to be petted. Austin came in as a stray with no microchip found. If you are interested in Austin, ask to see #AC19-112 at the Wasco Animal Shelter, 5409 7th St., or call 661-758-7240....
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It is with great sadness that the family of Linda Pauline Coley, of Wasco, announce her passing on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019. Loved ones who have gone before Linda include her father, Mitchell Crine; mother, Georgia Criner; brothers Stevie Criner, Doyle Criner, Harley Criner, Leeroy Criner and James Criner. Linda will be forever remembered by her daughter, Kimi Hensley, and son-In-law, Adam; daughter Kassie Busby and son-in-law, Jordan; grandchildren Callie Hensley, Collin Hensley, Evan Busby and...
Miguel Angel Guadarrama Araujo, 25, of Lost Hills, passed away Feb. 26, 2019, in Tulare. Peters Funeral Home, Wasco....
The Generals Headquarters has been an icon in the city for over two decades, and with new ownership taking over a year ago, the rich tradition has been continued with excellent food and service. Owner Sergio Herrera took over operations of the restaurant with years of restaurant experience. He also owns two Perkos restaurants, one in Delano and one in Porterville. The old saying "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" applies here, and Herrera kept the majority of the menu intact, just adding onto...
The status of the high-speed rail project was top of mind at Wednesday's Wasco Coalition meeting. Historical Society member Marlene Swan asked if anyone knew what was happening with the high-speed rail. She wanted to know if plans remained to continue building it from Merced to Bakersfield. Mayor Alex Garcia announced a positive "Yes" to her question. "The high-speed rail is still going forward," Garcia said. "I am strongly advocating that the heavy maintenance facility be constructed in Wasco,...
Redwood Elementary is implementing recycling / re-use in a new unique way. The school has started a program called "Kindness Recycled." It is a movement promoting kindness to each other and the environment. The message behind the movement is "it takes five kind words or acts to counteract the effects of just one negative word or act." The students make bracelets from recycled products. The plastic ring was a six-pack ring that normally goes into the trash but is now made into jewelry. The...
