Law enforcement frustrated with justice system
Sergeant Charles Shinn from the Kern County Sheriff's Department reported several redundant arrests at this week's council meeting. In particular, on April 28, the department... — Updated 5/10/2022
Reserve will play this year, but not in Wasco
The Wasco Reserve Pecos League professional baseball club announced there would not be any games played in Wasco this season. Instead, they will play their home games in... — Updated 5/10/2022
Potato shed burns in 5th recent fire
A potato warehouse on Lerdo Highway was burned to the ground last week, the fifth substantial fire in the city in recent months. A former Shafter fire dispatcher voiced concern... — Updated 5/10/2022
Shafter council approves purchase for bus shelter, recognizes city employees
The Shafter City Council approved the purchase of a new Bus Shelter that will be placed at the new bus stop located at Stringham Park. This bus stop is being relocated from the... — Updated 5/10/2022
Mannel Park hosts celebration
Mannel Park was the place to be on Saturday, with over 1,000 gathering for the return of the Cinco de Mayo celebration after the cancellation of the event for the past two years... — Updated 5/10/2022
Tacos La Villas to replace Del Taco in Shafter
If you have driven by Lerdo Highway and Central Valley Highway lately, you may have noticed that the Del Taco has closed its doors. The national chain eatery shut down operation... — Updated 5/10/2022
Cinco de Mayo: A celebration of freedom
The Cinco de Mayo Festival is making its return to the streets of Shafter this Saturday, beginning at 10 a.m. with a downtown parade. The celebration has grown every year, with... — Updated 5/10/2022
Air Museum members tour space facility
Members of the Minter Field Air Museum recently got the chance to tour one of the most advanced space and air facilities in the nation when they visited the Mojave Air & Space... — Updated 5/10/2022
Customer service is always first at H & H Automotive
Finding a trusty and reliable mechanic can be a challenge. Luckily for those looking for value and expertise, H & H Automotive is here to serve with a full range of services... — Updated 5/10/2022
Pop up event gives vendors valuable exposure
Continuing a trend that has been gaining steam throughout the pandemic, a large pop-up event was held at Tin Cup in Shafter, attracting over 50 vendors selling products from... — Updated 5/10/2022

Lady Generals outscore opponents 34-0
The Shafter High Lady Generals softball team took a shutout win last week as they blanked the McFarland Cougars in two games by a combined score of 34-0. On April 29, Shafter... — Updated 5/10/2022

H & A Plumbing - a one-stop-shop
H & A Plumbing has served the Wasco community for the last 25 years, bringing extensive experience and knowledge to suit one's plumbing needs. All 15 of their plumbers are... — Updated 5/10/2022
Pastor's Corner: The value of a Godly woman
Proverbs 31:10 says, "Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies." It speaks of a woman that is strong in moral principles. This woman in Proverbs is a strength and blessing to her husband and children. She... — Updated 5/10/2022