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The Wasco Tigers beat the Shafter Generals 8-1 in an explosive match Tuesday afternoon. An outcome which was not unexpected if you take a look at the Tiger's previous matches this season. With an overall record of 13-6, and an interleague record of 4-2, the odds were on Wasco's side. The Generals, on the other hand, are 8-9 overall and are completely void of a win so far in league play at 0 - 5. The varsity team has already beaten out some of the strongest teams the region has tooffer. So far this year, they've taken...
Kern County Public Works is encouraging Kern County residents to recognize Earth Day by participating in the Great American Clean Up, with a number of clean-up events taking place throughout the county on Saturday, April 23. Among the events is a Community Clean Up event taking place in Shafter, from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Residents are encouraged to start from your house,and pick up trash in your neighborhood, gathering the litter as you make your way to the Tin Cup, where...
Dodger came into the Wasco Animal Shelter as a stray. He is approximately 10 months old, male and a pit bull. He is great with staff and small dogs but has not been tested with large dogs. At the time it is unknown if Dodger is house/crate trained. Dogs are not tested with children and cats; his behavior toward cats and children are unknown. Dodger will be available for adoption on Tuesday, April 26. Everyone is welcome to adopt from our facility, and we like to give everyone...
To the editor: This letter is in regards to the mandate that our three trash cans are in our streets and not in the alley. I agree with Garry Nelson's letter to the Shafter Press dated March 31, 2022. However, the Rotary motto doesn't have a safety component. Many of our streets have no sidewalks, forcing students walking to and from school to travel in the street. When you add a line of garbage cans to the line of parked cars, those children will now be in the middle of the street. This is a dangerous situation for our commu...
The Wasco Reserve professional baseball team is looking for host families. It's like gaining another member of your family rather than just lending a room. George Swenson and his wife, Patty, have been hosting players since 2014. "We enjoy opening our home to the players and receiving them as family. We are happy to extend a helping hand while they play out the season," Swenson said. "It truly is a wonderful experience. All of the players we have hosted are respectful, contrib...
The Wasco and Shafter Woman's Clubs participated in the San Joaquin Valley District convention, art show and new leadership installation. There was music, presentations, great food and networking. "Today, we are passing the torch to our new district president, Cheryl Woody," said Jill Drescher, incoming Wasco Woman's Club president. "Today, we celebrate her and introduce the new board members." Woody is excited about her role and looking forward to working with the newly...
The St. John Evangelist Parish gave a moving rendition of the reenactment of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in a large production with over 25 actors dressed in historical costumes. They provided an accurate representation and wowed the audience with an original show, complete with an elaborate stage and custom lighting. Celeste Arreola participated in the event and played one of the royal dancing ladies in waiting. "Today was special because it was Good Friday, and we got...
Mannel Park was the site for the Shafter Community Sunrise Service, celebrating this Easter Sunday, gathering for the first time at Mannel Park in two years. The return was a triumphant one as more than 60 people gathered together. Valley Bible Pastor Carlos Jerez was the speaker this year, with a praise and worship session held before his message. Coffee and donuts were offered as the crowd took in the sunrise as the music began to play. Jerez told the gathering what a price...
A new transplant to Shafter, All Seated in a Barn, a horse and donkey rescue organization, hosted an Easter event that gave children of all ages the chance to hunt Easter eggs, meet a variety of animals up close and personal, and also entertained the adults in the family, with music and food. The event attracted hundreds to the complex on Imperial Street on Saturday,. The eggs were replenished continuously, giving kids a chance to hunt and find their share. The egg hunt was...
A Police Department resource officer will be assigned to the Richland School District to deal with issues that require a police presence. Shafter Police Chief Zimmermann addressed the City Council Tuesday night, explaining the need for the agreement between the district and the city. The officer would be responsible for serving in the school district three hours per day. This position also would interact with the staff and students of the district. Members of the council agree...
The Shafter Generals softball and baseball teams had rough outings on Tuesday, both squads losing to rivals Wasco, 5-2 and 8-1 respectively. The Lady Generals took a 3-1 league record into the contest, with their only loss to Chavez High School. Shafter could not get their bats going, and fell into a hole early. Wasco scored one run in the first inning, getting a hit off of Shafter's top pitcher, Serenity Angulo. The Tigers added a second run in the fourth inning. Wasco broke...
A graveside service will be held at Shafter Memorial Park on Saturday, April 23, at 2 p.m. for Ronald David Phillips of Shafter....
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Services will be held at the Shafter Congregational Bible Church on Saturday, April 23, at 11 a.m....
Jinnie Ridge was an extremely loving, caring aunt, dog owner and friend. She left this world suddenly on March 1, 2022, She was born to Dallas and Elizabeth "Micky" Ridge on June 13, 1957. Jennie had three sisters, Cindy, Becky and Angie, and a brother, Ricky. After deciding to quit school, Jinnie chased her dreams and went to work for Chevron for over 5 years. She also learned to drive an 18-wheeler and worked in Abernathy's Scrap Yard in Shafter. Believe it or not, Jinnie...
With deep sadness, we announce our beloved protector and patriarch Manuel Valdovinos' passing on April 5, 2022. In the quiet of the early morning, he set his last breath forward, surrounded by his children and grandchildren as he so desired. At age 76, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter and survived by his 10 children, 30 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren He enjoyed sharing his abundance of love and smiles paired with music, good food and wine. He attended...
Maria Teresa Ochoa, 91, of Shafter passed away April 9, in Shafter. Peters Funeral Home, Shafter. Jesus Antonio Gomez Bernal, 33, of Wasco passed away March 31, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Melvin Emmett Rogers, 88, of Wasco passed away April 5, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Kara Kay Tweedt, 49, of Mojave passed away March 19, in Tehachapi. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Camilo Contreras Vasquez, 72, of Shafter passed away April 1, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral...
Christians are against murder. After all, it's prohibited by the law of God (#6 in the Ten Commandments, Exodus 20:13). In fact, even the beginning of murder - hostility and hatred in the heart - is ruled out by the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:22). And yet there is one murder we celebrate and give thanks for: the judicial murder or unjust execution of Jesus Christ when Pontius Pilate was Procurator of Judea for the Roman Empire. The moment I say that, of course, I have to h...
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: Central Avenue looking from Central Valley Hwy in 1937....
April 12 Anthony Zaragoza, 28, of Shafter, was arrested in the 6200 block of Zerker Avenue on a outside felony warrant. April 14 Rosendo Tellez Jr., 25, of Shafter, was arrested in the 300 block of Central Avenue for being under the influence of a controlled substance and on a misdemeanor bench warrant. April 15 Jeremiah Leo Rosales, 36, of Shafter, was arrested in the 200 block of East Orange Street for inflicting corporal injury onto spouse/cohabitant and third degree/unsafe storof a firearm. April 17 Andres Perez, 31, of...
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 Wasco Branch Library, in partnership with NO Kid Hungry, and the Kern County Superintendent of Schools is offering FREE meals and space to do homework at the library Mondays and Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m. FREE bookkeeping training p...
Finding the right salon to style and cut your hair can sometimes be challenging. With Vicky's New Image Salon, you can trust them to provide excellent service at a reasonable price. Owner Juana Pelayo said, "Since I was a child, I always dreamed about owning my salon. Now that I have realized this, I pride myself in making my customers feel beautiful and leaving them with improved self-confidence." Before Pelayo opened her salon 15 years ago, she spent her youth learning from...
The Wasco City Council held a public hearing to adopt a resolution approving the 5-year solid waste rate adjustment schedule for property owners and tenants – and then approved the planned increases. "Tonight, we have a couple of steps concerning the five-year solid waste rate adjustment. We heard numerous reports from our consultant in previous meetings that worked with the city on this project. The council approved the mailing of the notices of the proposed rate s...
If you have eaten out in Shafter recently, you may have noticed that there was an extra charge on your bill if you paid with a credit or debit card For example, a sign states that customers can take advantage of a 3.5% discount if you pay for your purchase with cash at the Generals’ Headquarters on Lerdo Highway. This is another way of saying that you will be charged an extra 3.5% on your bill if you choose to use a debit or credit card. This has been a growing custom at l...
