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The Knights of Columbus is a worldwide fraternal organization rooted in the Catholic faith. Founded in 1882 by Father Michael. J. McGivney, it has grown to encompass millions of members. Locally, the Wasco council is spearheaded by Grand Knight Joe Blanchard, who carries the vision of charity, unity,and brotherhood while championing charitable initiatives. Blanchard is a physics/chemistry teacher at Wasco High School and has been with the Knights organization for 10 years. He...
7 was eventful for the City of Wasco, and here are the highlights: JANUARY welcomed new leadership with the appointment of Vincent Martinez as mayor. He came equipped with experience, enthusiasm and a willingness to work as a team. He said he was excited to take on the role and added that the city was in an excellent position to make many positive changes. He said his two years on the City Council prepared him to put his best foot forward to demonstrate a commitment to...
Michael Elvis Hale passed into the arms of Jesus on Dec. 23, 2023, at age 66. He passed away in his loving home in Hoffman, Minn., while holding the hand of his daughter. He was born on Dec. 2, 1957, in Bakersfield. He was the last of six children for Robert and Dorothy Hale. He spent most of his school years in the Wasco area making many lifelong friends. Mike was married on Oct. 14, 1977, to Debbie Ann Mulkey, in Wasco. He worked in the agriculture business while they...
4 years ago: Jan. 4, 1984 Mike McCoy, Roger Trautman and Mark Ward completed the Fiesta Bowl Marathon in Scottsdale, Ariz. 20 years ago: Jan. 14, 2004 The Shafter Youth Center opened to serve the community's youth. The Center has served the Shafter commuity for the past two decades. – Compiled by Erica Soriano...
In the busyness and stress of daily life, we often fall into a rut, just battling to get through each day as it comes. We survive, but do we thrive? From time to time, we lift up our heads for a moment and wonder if things will ever improve, before the next task drags us back into our mindless routine. We dream about a life that is joyous and purpose-driven, but our reality remains the same. As 2023 comes to a close, let’s take a moment to not only dream of a better 2024, but to plan and prepare in practical ways. God is a pl...
Tony came into the Wasco Animal Shelter as a stray. He is approximately a 2-3-year-old male husky. He is great with staff and other dogs. It is unknown if Tony is house/crate trained at the time. Dogs are not tested with children. His behavior toward children is unknown. Everyone is welcome to adopt from our facility, and we like to give everyone the same opportunity to adopt. Adopters can be from out of town and/or local. We do not place holds for adoptions. Adopters are...
Fernando Albiar, 72, of Shafter passed away Dec. 16, in Shafter. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Heriberto Lugo Ramirez, 65, of Bakersfield, passed away Dec. 8, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Juan I. Villalobos, 62, of Bakersfield, passed away Nov. 28, in Richgrove. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Amado Gonzalez, 51, of Wasco, passed away Dec. 20, in Wasco. Peters Funeral Home, Wasco. Albino Martinez Rodriguez, 80, of Buttonwillow, passed away Dec. 20, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral...
Jazmin Elane (Smith) Hall, 32, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 16, 2023, in her home. Jazmin was born on Dec. 31, 1990, in Bakersfield, to Steven Smith Sr. and Kim (Braisher) Smith, alongside her half-siblings, Elizabeth Friesen and Steven Smith Jr. and full sibling, Ariel Smith. Jazmin graduated from Shafter High in 2009 and went on to become a dental assistant for five years. She married Jake Hall on Sept. 15, 2012, and together had two beautiful daughters. Jaycee Charlene Hall, 9, and Jolene Reed Hall, 6. Jazmin enjoyed...
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Christmas came a day early for the youth of Shafter, presented with toys from the Toys for Tots organization, thanks to the support of the community. "The Shafter Lions Club used their nonprofit status to get the Toys for Tots organization here, and we secured the building," said Shafter Councilman Gilbert Alvarado, who is also a Lion. The giveaway event was held on Christmas Eve at the Shafter Veterans Hall. Every child who attended received at least two toys to take home,...
They say everything is bigger in Texas; Rev. Wayne Dee Montgomery lived his life as big as his Texan heritage. He passed Dec. 22, 2023, in Wasco. Born Dec. 20, 1932, Wayne grew up in Lubbock, Texas. His personality loomed large at an early age. He often said he decided he was done with school in the 8th grade, and the school agreed they should part ways. He eventually found himself in the newly formed Air Force during the height of the Korean War. Here too his personality was...
Hitchcock's Auto Parts is turning 100 years old, and they are showing their appreciation to the community where it was established back in 1923, with Chuck Hitchcock opening a business that would become one of the oldest and most popular companies in town. New owner Dustin Hooper and his wife, Berenice, will take over the business on Jan. 1, in a process that will be a slow transition, giving the new owners a chance to soak up the wisdom and advice of longtime owner Jesse...
Shafter rebounded from the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic, seeing the city prosper and its residents begin to thrive again after the last couple of years of uncertainty. JANUARY began with new leadership at the top of the City Council, with Chad Givens named mayor. Givens was excited about the chance to serve the city in this capacity and was looking forward to the possibilities that lie ahead. Givens also said, "Shafter is my home. I was born and raised here, and...
A Wasco Tribune story about murals in Wasco last week referenced the 15th Street Playground Park as a city park. It is actually owned by the Wasco Recreation and Parks District, according to manager Chris Serna. “All updates, including the mural, are paid by WRPD. We hired Leo [Alvarez] and that vision was brought through community members, park staff and board members," she said....
Dec. 15 Alonso Garza, 25, of Shafter, was arrested in the 6600 block of East Lerdo Highway for smuggling a controlled substance into a jail/prison, disorderly conduct and under the influence. Dec. 16 Alejandra Yasenia Astorga, 29, of Shafter, was arrested in the 100 block of Central Valley Highway on an outside agency warrant. Gerardo DeLeon Garza, 69, of Shafter, was arrested in the 700 block of Manhattan Avenue for hit and run and property damage. Dec. 17 Alejandra Yasenia Astorga, 29, of Shafter, was arrested in the 500 bl...
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 [email protected]. Winners will be revealed here next week. LAST WEEK: Shafter High Homecoming Queen Glena Schroeder, with Charley Brown, in 1967-68....
ANNOUNCEMENTS Christmas at the Shafter Depot — Come and see the Christmas tree display. Saturdays, Dec. 30 and Jan. 6, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ONGOING Warm clothing drive – Supervisor David Couch invites the public to donate gently used or new warm clothing through the remainder of the year. Shafter drop off location is 329 Central Valley Hwy. Basic office skills classes – Wasco Adult School offers Bakersfield College basic office skills certificates. Register now. Call 661-758-7414 for more information. PRIDE Pantry donations neede...
