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Jane Rodriguez [a pseudonym) has been making protective face masks and giving them away to anyone who contacts her. Rodriguez is a 20-year-old Shafter High graduate, born in Bakersfield but raised in Wasco. Halfway through her studies at Bakersfield College, she realized her heart was in cosmetology; however, due to COVID-19, she is currently unemployed but plans on attending cosmetology school to become a hairstylist (@hairbyjessicanv) as soon as she is able. "A little over...
There has been a lot of chatter on Facebook since the governor announced Wednesday that Kern County was eligible to implement Phase II of the coronavirus quarantine. But that doesn't mean everything is going back to normal. One quick trip down 7th Street in Wasco was a view of precaution and "safety first." Café 101 remained open for take-out only orders only, along with Hong Kong Restaurant, Caterina's and Theresa's. Yi Huang at Hong Kong Restaurant said that there was no def...
Eighth-graders in the city's two middle schools will graduate virtually due to the coronavirus restrictions, The online ceremony is still being planned, but it is expected to take place on Wednesday, May 27, Palm Avenue Principal Oscar Luna said this week. Thomas Jefferson School is also planning for a virtual ceremony. Meanwhile, graduating students and their parents got a chance to a have a live experience when they came to Palm Avenue on Monday to pick up their black caps...
A last-minute use of a seat belt may have saved a man from serious injury in a recent auto accident.. Two men escaped with minor scrapes and bruises when the vehicle they were traveling in crashed into an orchard off of Lerdo Highway last week. On May 5 at approximately 2 p.m., Shafter Police Department officers were dispatched to Lerdo Highway, just east of Driver Road, responding to a report of a single-car accident. Upon arrival, officers found a grey sedan upside down, two...
This is not about who is “afraid” or “not afraid” -- this is about what kind of human being you are. --First of all, I wear a mask in public, not for me, but for [begin ital]you[END ITAL]. --I want you to know that I am educated enough to know that I could be asymptomatic and still give you the virus. --No, I don’t live in fear” of the virus; I just want to be a part of the solution, not the problem. --I don’t feel like the “government is controlling me.” I feel like I’m being a contributing adult to society, and I want...
With this pandemic still in the headlines, and the Governor’s stay at home order still in place, people are getting antsy to get back outside, living their lives fully, without hinderances. Well, I think that we are a long way from that right now. Even when businesses start to open up, schools gear up to open back up in August, and our beloved sports teams are back in action, there will still be certain precautions and requirements in place for awhile. This really is just c...
The Wasco Union Elementary School District discussed what the 2021-2022 school year could look like. Superintendent Kelly Richer’s report discussed the problems with the incoming school year. “With reference to the COVID-19, nothing has changed since the Governor shut down the schools,” Richers said. “That makes opening the schools problematic using the current state-mandated guidelines. There is not room in a 960 square foot classroom for more than 12 students at one time.” He added that it could mean there will have to b...
Schools in the Richland School District closed on March 18, but they still continue to serve the children of Shafter, be it with free meals or packets of learning. New learning packets were made available online May 5, updating the learning materials to be completed for credit. Included in the packets are English and math assignments, activity sheets and exercise models. There also is assistance available for students and parents online. Links are available on the district's homepage leading to each school's website and...
Bob and Barbara Reeves share a love for gardening, and their front and backyards are great testimony to their passion. Barbara was born in Porterville; however, Bob is Wasco born and raised. The two married 58 years ago. They built the house they live in. It was the same house they had constructed when they lived in Porterville, kept the same plans and rebuilt it in Wasco, where they have lived for 27 years. Barbara says that they were quite a party couple that liked to go...
Wow, how quickly life can change! Not that many weeks ago we heard about “COVID-19” on the news, and now we’re a part of that news. Like you, I’ve been observing a variety of reactions throughout our local area, nation and the world. In some ways it has brought out the best in many people but in other ways the worst. I also find it interesting that this is all happening around Easter, when believers in Christ celebrate the “living hope” that is found in Him due to his resurrection. Whether it’s a pandemic like the current o...
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The current coronavirus pandemic had an immediate effect on businesses, schools, churches and just about every facet of our lives. But when it comes to the industry responsible for producing our food, the impact may not be fully realized for a while. Local farmers say there has not yet been a huge impact on day-to-day operations, but the long-term effects will be felt in the next year. Stan Wilson, a local farmer and historian, said it is business as usual on the farm, but it...
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: Attendees at a local art show in the 1950s (names unknown)....
Johnny Reyes "Son Son" Ortega, 65, of Wasco, passed away unexpectedly April 23, 2020, in Texas. He was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was born to Domingo and Rafaela Ortega, along with his twin sister, Jolene, on March 18, 1955, in California. He grew up in Wasco, where he graduated with the class of 1973 from Wasco High School (Go Tigers)! His joy came from his creative hands and mind. He was always fixing, building and creating projects....
Daniel Gomez, 21, of Shafter passed away in Wasco May 7. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter. Patrick Phelan, 72, of Bakersfield, passed away May 5 in Bakersfield. Basham & Lara Funeral Care, Shafter....
Geneva Katherine Peterson, 95, passed away May 6, 2020, at San Joaquin Valley Hospital in Bakersfield. She was born on Aug. 19, 1924, in Hawley, Texas, to Willie B. Withers and Donnie O. Price. Geneva attended Hermleigh High School and graduated in 1942, lettering in basketball and volleyball. After high school, she attended college courses in accounting that later led to a career in bookkeeping. Geneva married Boyce W. Peterson Dec. 1, 1945, in Colorado City, Texas. The couple honeymooned in California and eventually moved...
May 4 Omar Amado Franco, 29, of Wasco, was arrested in the 2000 block of Prosperity Lane on the felony charges of torture, aggravated mayhem, false imprisonment with violence/etc., inflicting corporal injury on spouse/cohabitant, willful cruelty to child and force or assault with a deadly weapon not a firearm with great bodily injury likely. He was arrested and booked into the Central Receiving Facility in Bakersfield. Favian Infante, 30, of Wasco, was arrested in the 700 block of Oak Avenue for felony corporal injury of...
WASCO Barraza’s Delicioso Tacos 601 F. St. 661-758-8944 Mon-Thurs 11 a.m. -midnight Fri. 11 a.m.-2 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. -2 a.m., Sun. 4 p.m.-12 a.m. Take out only Hong Kong Restaurant 912 7th St. 661-758-3338 Tues.-Sun.: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Teresa’s Tacos Villa 441 F. St. 661-758-2027 La Imperial Taqueria 922 7th St. 661-758-2955 Open every day 8 a.m.-9 p.m. La Cabanita 169 Highway 46 661-758-4915 La Cocina Del Pablo 931 7th. St. Blue Sushi & Teriyaki 915 7th St. 661-758-2236 Open Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-p.m., Sun. & Mon closed Car...
Due to the rapidly changing environment, be aware that scheduled activities may change on a moment’s notice. Check out TheShafterPress.com or WascoTrib.com for updates, and contact event organizers for current status. Event organizers: E-mail [email protected] or call The Press at 661-292-5100 with changes to your activities. NEW: Blood drive – Saturday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Truth Church, 101 Beech Road, Shafter....
The City of Wasco announced is introducing a new service award program. Here is the official announcement: We all know that person who is always willing to pitch in, rises to the occasion when help is needed or residents who perform acts of kindness for the less fortunate. They are our neighbors, former classmates, church members, coworkers or family members; simply put, they are members of our community who contribute to the vitality of our city and enrich the lives of other Wasconians. The idea for the program began as a...
