Trojans get promoted to Generals
The Richland Junior High Trojans spent their last day as 8th graders walking across the stage to celebrate the completion of their junior high careers, promoted to high school... — Updated 6/14/2022
Up and coming talent performs locally
Redemption – or Redencion – is a Wasco band formed in 2021. They play for all occasions, including weddings, baptisms, birthdays, anniversaries, quinceaneras, night clubs and... — Updated 6/14/2022
Program provides child care and early education
The Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Program in Wasco provides high-quality, no-cost child care, early childhood education and... — Updated 6/14/2022
East Coast Wasco Reserve player connects with fans
The Wasco Reserve professional baseball team recruits players from throughout the United States and abroad. One particular player that stands out is Ryan Osborne. He brings the... — Updated 6/14/2022
City to pay to vaccinate
The city will give up to 500 residents $50 gift cards to get vaccinated, the City Council determined Tuesday night. The $25,000 investment (plus any additional surcharge fees... — Updated 6/14/2022
New solid waste service rates OKd by council
City users of solid waste collection will pay less – or more, if they have alley service now. And the alley service is going away, as of July 1. The Shafter City Council on the... — Updated 6/14/2022
Buttonwillow hosts Cal Club Regionals
Buttonwillow Raceway was the site of the Cal Club's Regionals this past weekend, with over 300 racers on the track competing for in the Regional Championships. There were six... — Updated 6/14/2022
Correction - June 9, 2022
In last week's paper, a student was misidentified in the photo accompanying the Wasco Independence High School article (reprinted here). He was Joseph Gamboa. In the article about... — Updated 6/14/2022
New graduates christen a 'new' stadium
[CLICK ON THE E-EDITION TO SEE PICTURES OF SHAFTER HIGH GRADUATES] Shafter High School's Class of 2022 walked across the stage at the newly renovated Shafter High Stadium on... — Updated 6/14/2022
Partnerships make for a successful Wasco cleanup
In partnership with American Refuse and Alianza, the City of Wasco's Code Compliance Department hosted a community cleanup event last month. Many volunteers participated and showed... — Updated 6/14/2022
Market brings colorful taste of Mexico
La Canasta Market has been a staple in the Wasco community for 34 years. The family-owned business focuses on providing quality produce, meats and other traditional Mexican items.... — Updated 6/14/2022
Death Notices - June 9, 2022
Ma. Dolores “Lola” Obeso de Montoya, 85, of Shafter, passed away May 25, in Sinaloa, Mexico. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Octavio Torres Parada, 77, of Bakersfield, passed away May 26, in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara... — Updated 6/14/2022
Mary Rexius dies at 102
Mary Ellen Rexius, a long time Wasco resident, will be remembered as a loving and giving woman who loved life and gave of herself, her time and passion for her hometown, a true and... — Updated 6/14/2022
Arrest Report - June 9, 2022
May 30 Miguel Carrillo, 49, of Wasco, was arrested in the 1100 block of Poso Drive for misdemeanor driving without a license. He was cited and released at the scene. May 31 Christopher Martinez, 26, of Wasco, was arrested in the... — Updated 6/14/2022