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In the hotly contested race for the 21st Congressional seat, David Valadao holds a slim lead over incumbent TJ Cox, with a lead of about 4,500 votes. It was a much different race on election night, when Kern County's votes put Cox ahead by several percentage points. But, with the district encompassing Kern, Tulare and Kings counties, the support for Valadao in Kings and Tulare counties overwhelmed the 60% of Kern County voters who voted for Cox. Valadao leads Cox as of press time by a 51 to 48%...
John Sutton, warden at the Wasco State Prison, is retiring Nov. 20. Last week on Nov. 4, the prison held a luncheon in Sutton's honor, recognizing his many years of service for the Department of Corrections. Sutton and his twin brother, Nick, were both educated through Wasco schools and graduated from Wasco High School. They both worked in the cotton, potato and alfalfa fields as young boys. "We started out playing T Ball, youth football with the Packers, ran track, played baseball and Little...
Year-end testing will still be required by the state even though students are learning remotely, Superintendent of the Wasco Union Elementary School District Kelly Richers said. “We are to test students in science, math, English and other school subjects,” Richers told the board. Richers said that he does not anticipate opening the schools after the winter break. Richers also said that as of this week, if a county moves from the red tier down to the purple tier, only the schools that had students in them would be allowed to keep students in...
In last week’s The Shafter Press/Wasco Tribune, the race for the 21st Congressional seat was incorrectly reported. After election night, incumbent TJ Cox was in the lead, led by Kern County results. However, that changed as more Fresno and Tulare County ballots were counted after the print deadline, and David Valadao took a slim lead. See The ShafterPress.com and WascoTrib.com for updated tallies....
The Poso Creek Viaduct has been completed and is the first structure in Kern County in the 22-mile segment of the High Speed Rail. The Poso Creek Viaduct is south of Blankenship Avenue and west of State Route 543, just north of Wasco, reported High Speed Rail Authority Information Officer II Toni Tinoco. “Our goal is to deliver the greenest infrastructure project in the nation and we’re doing that by protecting our natural resources and important habitats like Poso Creek,” said Garth Fernandez, interim Central Valley regional director. “Than...
The news is currently grim for Kern County due to the increase in covid-19 cases. The state is threatening to move Kern County back to the purple tier; however, the county has been given another week to change its numbers. If it can’t, then it will be back to the most-restrictive tier. The tiers go by yellow as the least restrictive, then orange, red and purple. On Tuesday, Nov. 10, Kern County Public Health Director Matt Constantine said that the county has an adjusted case rate of 8.9 per 100,000, which is a large jump from the previous r...
Two newcomers will join the City Council in January after the November election. Pete Espinoza and Kris Lawrence joined current council member Chad Givens as the three top candidates in the election. Espinoza led all candidates with over 20% of the vote. Givens was second with 18.6%, and Lawrence grabbed the third open seat with a little over 18% of the vote. On election night, Lawrence held a slim lead over current Mayor Gilbert Alvarado, with 42 votes separating the two candidates. Lawrence's...
For families in need, the holidays can be a tough time and that struggle has been worsened by the pandemic. To help local families, the Shafter Recreation Department is hosting a Thankful Thanksgiving Family Dinner Giveaway on Nov. 19. The city is partnering with a number of local organizations including the Shafter Mennonite Brethren Church, Shafter Kiwanis Club, Shafter Rotary Club, Shafter Lions Club, Apple Market, Champs, Miramar International, Shafter Woman’s Club and the Shafter C...
Ongoing Warm clothing drive — District 4 Supervisor David Couch is collecting blankets, coats, gloves, hats, scarves and socks. Donations will benefit families in District 4. To schedule an in-person pickup, call 661- 868-3680. Utility bills — The City of Wasco reminds residents that the city’s official website is the only authorized avenue to pay your utility bill online. Covid-19 testing — There will be free covid-19 testing at the Wasco Library, 1102 7th St., Wasco. If you have insurance, they will be billed. Appointments can be made at...
Imelda Perez, 64, was called to be home with God on Nov. 6 in Bakersfield. She was born on Aug.14, 1956 in Uruapan, Michoacán to Benjamin and Manuela Cuevas. Imelda grew up in Lindcove, Calif., and went to Exeter High School. Imelda married Carlos Perez in 1983 in Clovis. They were happily married for 37 years. Imelda enjoyed making floral arrangements and decorating for events. Imelda was a kind-hearted and beautiful soul. She spent a lot of time helping people and took in any family or...
Orville Lester Simpson slipped free from the bonds of earth and into the arms of his Savior on Oct. 18. On Oct. 15, 1963, his country called upon Orville to fight in Vietnam, and the young man of 22 heeded the call of duty. The war in Vietnam exacted an unspeakable toll on so many families, and only God knows what the war took from Orville. However, Orville never turned from anyone in need, much less his country. The many bereaved friends and family testify to his incredible generosity, and...
Baking bread was a passion for Haley Plaza, the allure of being in the kitchen with the smell of fresh sourdough filling the air. Plaza, a Shafter resident, took that passion and established Handmade in a Home three years ago, her business selling her bakes. She stressed it was important to her to make money doing something she loved. Now Plaza is a popular stop for many residents at local bazaars, craft fairs and other events, often selling out. Handmade in a Home started with Plaza's sourdough...
Two people died after a crash Monday, Nov. 9. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office reported Alexi Jovani Murillo, 31, of Wasco, was driving a BMW that collided with a Honda drive by Celeste Christine Turner, 20, of Delano, around 5 a.m. on Highway 46. Turner died on impact and Murillo was transported to the Kern Medical Center where he later died, the Sheriff’s Office said. The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the accident to determine if drugs or alcohol were involved. All lanes of Highway 46 were closed in both directions and...
Over a dozen drivers make it possible for the Richland School District to provide meals to over 2,000 students during the pandemic. The drivers make the trek to students in rural Shafter, helping those who were unable to make it into town on a daily basis to pick up food. Through the USDA Summer Seamless Feeding Option waiver, the school district provides breakfast, lunch and dinner to children ages 2-18 Monday through Friday through drive-thru meal service at their three campuses, as well as...
If faith comes from hearing, and hearing the word of God (Romans 10:17); why are only a few churches overflowing? I understand the regulations of the pandemic but pre-pandemic. Why does coming to church at times feel like a chore? The Bible tells us that it is impossible to please God without faith (Hebrews 11:6), which brings us to realize that faith is a big deal. Faith is such a big deal that it is required for salvation. We are saved by grace, which is a gift from God. We receive this gift...
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Nov. 2 David Zuniga Fierro, 28, of Wasco, was arrested in the 700 block of F Street on an active misdemeanor bench warrant. He was cited and released at the scene. Adrian Alejandro Orozco, 25, of Wasco, was arrested in the 1800 block of Broadway Street for felony infliction of corporal injury of spouse or cohabitant, assault with deadly weapon that is not a firearm, and child cruelty with the possibility of injury or death. He was booked into the Kern County Jail. Frederick Salgado-Villalobos, 30, of Las Vegas, Nevada, was arrested at the...
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: Nov. 11, 1954, Veteran's Day. Front view of the first annual Veterans Day parade in Wasco shows the "Spirit of '76'" point comprised of color bearer...
Recently the City of McFarland opened a new animal shelter with 15-20 kennels. The facility is equipped with several amenities including a medical room, laundry room, and food sorting area. McFarland, like many cities throughout the district, remains resilient in the midst of an economic uncertainty from the pandemic. I am thankful for City Manager Maria Lara and the Community Development Department working tirelessly to obtain the USDA Community Facility Loan/Grant funds for the development of...
Jose Lopez Padilla, 84, of Shafter, passed away Nov. 4 in Shafter. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Celestino Garcia Alamo, 76, of Wasco, passed away Nov. 5 in Wasco. Peters Funeral Home, Wasco. Maritza Gomez Torres, 17, of Wasco, passed away Nov. 7 in Wasco. Peters Funeral Home, Wasco....
Jose Lopez Padilla, 84, of Shafter, passed away Nov. 4 in Shafter. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Celestino Garcia Alamo, 76, of Wasco, passed away Nov. 5 in Wasco. Peters Funeral Home, Wasco. Maritza Gomez Torres, 17, of Wasco, passed away Nov. 7 in Wasco. Peters Funeral Home, Wasco....
