Serving the community since 1970
Serving the community since 1970
Sorted by date Results 1 - 20 of 20
Jacobo Salinas, 74, went with the Lord on July 4, 2019, in Bakersfield, after a short illness. Salinas was born on Oct. 11, 1944, in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico to Jacobo Salinas and Juanita Garcia. As a child he worked in the fields with his family and attended school in Wasco. As a young boy, he enjoyed helping his mom, and that carried into adulthood where he loved waking every morning and making coffee for his wife. He loved getting up early and playing his music,...
Funding to local cities is dependent on every individual filling out a census form, local mayors and other officials said at a media event on Friday. And no matter what the answers on the form are, no one should be fearful of what the information will be used for. The importance of completing the 2020 census and the high stakes for Kern County were discussed at the media blitz held Friday in Bakersfield. The message to all of the smaller communities within Kern County and...
Despite scoring three runs in each of the last four innings, the Wasco Reserves were unable to outblast the High Desert Yardboards in an 18-13 marathon Sunday afternoon -- and stretching into the evening. The 4-hour, 20 minute game in Adelanto included 3 homes runs among the 24 total hits. Although he only lasted a little more than an inning, Matt Willimas took the loss, in a game that included 24 walks between the two teams. Wasco was actually winning going into the fourth in...
On Tuesday, July 2, at approximately 10:39 p. m., the Kern County Fire Department Emergency Communications Center received reports of a fire at a large commercial/processing building, owned and operated by Wonderful Company, in Lost Hills. While responding, fire crews could see a large column of smoke from a distance and requested additional support, upon arrival firefighters found a 15,000-square-feet building with large amounts of pressurized smoke exhausting from it. It...
The city will rejoin the Kern County Economic Development Corporation after a number of years out of the organization. It will be test to evaluate the benefits of the relationship, and at least one council member is skeptical. Councilmember Danny Espitia said the only benefit he could see about rejoining the group was "free Condor tickets," referring to arrangement with the Bakersfield ice hockey team. Espitia did state that the lower cost of $5,000 as compared to the $10,000...
We received a letter recently but the letter was not signed, so we are unable to verify its author. Since it's the policy of the paper not to publish anonymous opinion, we didn’t have the privilege of printing the the submission. If any reader has a concern or just wants to voice an opinion, they are invited to write a Letter to the Editor. But any letter must be signed and have a phone or email so that we can verify its authenticity. We encourage input from our readers and value your opinions. If you have any questions a...
It doesn't matter what your need is when it comes to your vehicle, be it a simple smog check to an engine overhaul, Shafter Transmission and Smog can keep you "in tune" with your car or truck. Don Luna has been operating the shop for over 20 years and is still working to fulfill all of Shafter's automobile needs. Luna said that business is very good, with three busy smog technicians, as well as mechanics who are certified in every kind of auto repair. Luna started in the...
VFW Post 6742 inducted a new commander last Thursday evening, made a donation and planned upcoming activities. James Medrano was chosen as the 2020 post commander, succeeding Danny Rueda. During the meeting, Madrone explained why he was part of the VFW. "I really believe in the flag," Madrone said. "That's the reason I continue to volunteer." Guest Satorio Juarez introduced his son, Santos Gonzalez, to the members of the post. His son was there asking for a donation to help...
Drive Supervisor David Couch is sponsoring a Back to School Drive to collect supplies for the coming year throughout District 4. The supervisor’s office invites residents to contribute “gently used and new” backpacks, pencils and pens, notebooks, colored pencils, pencil boxes and folders to benefit families within the district. Drop-off locations include all of his offices, including 329 Central Valley Highway in Shafter. Couch’s office is also offering to pick up donations. This can be arranged by calling the office at 661-...
In a story on the Wasco Festival last week, the schedule for some events were incorrect. The date of the Rose Queen pageant is Thursday, Sept. 5, at 6 p.m. at WHS auditorium. Wine and Roses is Friday, Sept. 6 from 6-9 p.m., and the Wasco Festival and music festival are both Saturday, Oct. 12, with the parade beginning at 10 a.m. The music festival will begin after 4 p.m., according to the Orange Heart Foundation....
Sunday at Westside Family Fellowship is always filled with fellowship, family, amazing worship and the Word of God. This Sunday we had a special guest speaker, Bishop Jan Lake. Lake is the bishop over the Southern California Pentecostal Church of God district, and we were honored to have him speak on the importance of love within the family unit. Sunday evening also was filled with fellowship as we met for our “Experience” Night of Worship. This is a time where we are all able to come together and worship our Heavenly Fat...
#1 YARD SALE SHAFTER Yard Sale: 626 Wiedmann Ave., Shafter. Sat. 7/6 from 7:30 a.m. to ? Dressers, chairs, minifreezer, tools, collectibles & misc. 1t1 2-Family Yard Sale: 251 Golden West Ave., Shafter. Sat. 7/6 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Variety of clothing, lots of shoes, set of brand-new 16r Toyota 4runner TIRES & misc. 1t1 Family Yard Sale: 29747 San Diego, Shafter. 7/6 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Furniture, clothing & misc. 1t1 #1 YARD SALE WASCO #2 AUTO/MOTORCYCLES 2005 Chrysler 300 FOR SALE: Needs work, AS IS. $2,500. Clean...
June 24 Jose Bivanco, 28, of Bakersfield, was arrested in the 1000 block of Oak Avenue for vandalism. He was booked into the Kern County Jail. Cristina Rojas, 38, of Wasco, was arrested at the intersection of Central Avenue and Poso Drive for driving without a license. She was cited and released at the scene. June 25 Jesse Abarca, 31, of Wasco, was arrested in the 1200 block of Poplar Avenue for violation of post-supervision. He was booked into the Kern County Jail. June 27 Noe Esquivel, 29, of Wasco, was arrested in the 900...
This week's special pet is Bailey, an adult 2-year-old female labrador mix with a medium build. She weighs about 30 pounds. You can stop by the Wasco Animal Shelter at 5409 7th St. and visit the animals. Come spend some time playing with them, and you might find your family's new pet. The shelter is open Monday through Friday, except holidays, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call the shelter at 661-758-7240 for more information. You can now get to know the animals outside in an...
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: 1955 photo of Leila and Victor J. McLain. Sr....
ANNOUNCEMENTS NEW: School ribbon cuttings – The community is invited to the grand opening and official ribbon cutting of the new James A. Forrest Elementary School site and the conversion of Palm Avenue to a middle school on Tuesday, July 30, at 401 Griffith Ave. The ribbon cutting for Forrest will be at 9 a.m. and the ribbon cutting for Palm Avenue will be at 10 a.m. Class of 1969 —Wasco High School Class of 1969 is looking for members for its 50th reunion. The classes of 1966-1972 also are invited. Contact Earl Gri...
The 11 candidates for 2019 Rose Queen explored Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park last week. According to pageant director Hailey Coyle, "This trip is a bonding experience for the girls." She said that each girl attended the Disneyland trip along with the current Rose Queen, Victoria Bernal, and the pageant directors. "The girls enjoyed some of the rides, shopped at Downtown Disney and dressed up for dinner at Tortilla Jo's. They also watched the daily parade and...
Today's real estate market is in an upswing, says local Realtor Gustavo Olvera, Jr. "We are in a sellers' market," he said. "It was a buyers' market; however, that is changing." Olvera works with local Realtor Tilo Cortez in his 7th Street office. "Most buyers are looking for three-bedroom homes," Olvera said. "The price range from $190,000 to $215,000 is the most-popular price range on the market." One thing that makes him different from other real estate agents is Olvera...
Semitropic School District completed its four-week special summer school session last week. The West Kern Consortium gave the district a five-year grant, providing funding for 140 students participating this year. Students from Wasco who attend Semitropic or Maple were able to attend the session. Parents watched students battle their bots on the last day of class and viewed a slide show of the many activities offered at the site during the session. The session was led by Boys...
The runs, the hot dogs and the attendance were all high-scoring at last Thursday's Wasco Tribune Night with the Reserves. Attendance broke league records, according to Coach Bill Moore. "We had the largest number to date attending a Pecos League game," Coach Bill Moore said. "A record was set." The stands filled up quickly, and the dogs went fast. The line to the concession stand snaked around the side property fence. "It took over 45 minutes to get to the front of the snack...
