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The Wasco Union Elementary School District will continue distance learning for its general education students for the second quarter, Superintendent Kelly Richers announced via letter to parents. Beginning in October and after plans are approved, on-site instruction will begin only for certain at-risk students, including selected special education, homeless and EL students. The students will be individually informed when and where to report to a campus and instructor as determined by law and need. The district is hopeful that after the second...
While local restaurants have been struggling since March when the state shut down due to the pandemic, a few have met the challenge of keeping their doors open with a limited staff and outdoor dining. Gov. Gavin Newsom's recent decision to allow restaurants to provide outdoor dining within the past week is also making it possible for local spots to remain open. Catrina's Mexican Grill and Cantina just opened its doors to outdoor dining Thursday, Sept. 24 as owner Marcela Marquez set up a tent...
Anyone driving the streets of Wasco has spotted the many signs supporting candidate David Ward for City Council in the Nov. 3 election. In the previous council candidate article, there was missing information on behalf of Ward. Ward was raised in Wasco and has been here 52 years. He stated that he feels the city needs its own police department, and he is going to work to try to make that a reality. Ward would also like to see the city and the Recreation Department work more closely together and...
One of Shafter’s most popular events, Minter Field’s annual Wings 'N' Wheels, which was scheduled for November, has been canceled. Organizers cited the health risks associated with the pandemic when they announced the news. The event typically brought attendees from as far away as Texas and Arizona and featured hundreds of planes on display. Ronald Pierce of the Minter Field made the announcement that the event would be canceled until 2021. The virus outbreak is still seeing new cases in Shafter, but the number is significantly lower than the i...
The Minter Field Air Museum was faced with the challenge of holding a fundraiser that would be interesting for participants, as well as adhering to the county's safety and health guidelines pertaining to the current pandemic. The group decided to hold a drive-thru event with hot rods that cruised from Chevy's in Bakersfield out to Minter Field for an aviation and hot rod event. Ronald Pierce, of the museum, said that Minter Field was looking for ways to raise funds after the cancellation of one...
NEW: Join Congressman TJ Cox in honoring the contribution of Latinos to California’s 21st Congressional District by nominating an outstanding leader to receive the Latino Inspire Award. Anyone who resides or works in TJ Cox’s district (CA-21st) and is of Latino heritage may apply for this award: Sept. 14-30. Nomination form may be obtained by bit.ly/CA21LIA. Or call 559-460-6070. Virtual Awards Ceremony will be Oct. 13 at 5 p.m. Wasco/Shafter: Free Virtual Citizenship Services will be provided by the United Farm Workers (UFW). Beginning Oct...
Trinidad Lopez, 75, of Delano, passed away Sept. 22 in Delano. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Petra Macias, 79, of Shafter, passed away Sept. 23 in Shafter. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Peggy Kroeker, 88, of Shafter, passed away Sept. 25 in Shafter. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Antonio ``Tono’’ Tinajero, 67, of Wasco, passed away Sept. 26 in Bakersfield. Peters Funeral Home, Wasco. Maghan L Plumley, 36, of Bakersfield, passed away Sept. 25 in Bakersfield. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Richard L Lauderdale, 76, of Bakersfield, pas...
In the only contested race this November involving Richland School Board candidates, newcomer Julian Armando Calvillo is vying for the seat in Area 3. He will be running against current president Deanna Rodriguez-Root. Calvillo is a college-prep tutor and college peer-mentor for the Wonderful College Prep Academy/Delano HS/McFarland HS. He has a long history of educating high school students. Calvillo said that he enjoys helping students achieve their educational goals. In addition, he is...
Have you ever considered the power of words? Of course, you have if only subconsciously. Our lives are shaped, molded, directed and designed by words, phrases and directives, aren’t they? Sometimes those words are uttered in love, harmony and peace, yet at other times in anger, discord and frustration. How, when and in what setting they are given lends to the power and lasting effects for which they arrive and stay. I do not know about you, but my mother encouraged us as children with the age o...
Come into the Wasco Animal shelter and meet Sammie. Sammie came in as a stray along with Julie; she is not microchipped nor spayed. She is approximately a 1-year-old, short-coat female, Belgian Malinois mix. She is great with staff and other dogs. Sammie has been tested with large and small breeds. At this time it is unknown if Sammie is house/crate trained. Dogs are NOT tested with children and cats; her behavior toward children and cats is unknown. Sammie will become available for adoption/rescue on Oct.1. If you are interested in Sammie,...
