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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 2009
Page
4
An opinion piece argues that Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the United States to honor heritage and education, noting many youths misunderstand the holiday. It urges clearer teaching of its history and cultural significance rather than mere festivity.
A damaged 19th century account recalls the 1862 Battle of Puebla where General Ignacio Zaragoza led a poorly equipped Mexican force to defeat a French expedition. The clash boosted national sovereignty after Juarez faced European debts and French intervention.
Fifteen Shafter students benefit from a two grant funded transport program to Taft College with a small student fee. Volunteers Edith Buenrostro and Jose Pineda coordinate morning pickups and early paperwork, offering meals study time and after school outings. Angela Arredondo seeks additional funding to waive fees and add a CSUB shuttle. A Cinco de Mayo parade invites entries with no entry fee and trophies, coordinated by local organizers.
Barbara Prickett Craig reviews a week of family events and community activities. The Ribbon Cutting ceremony featured remarks by Stan Wilson Bill Thompson and Mayor Cathy Prout with Mary Thompson cutting the ribbon. The Depot Museum hours and open invitation are noted.
A 13 year old describes sewing a Quilt of Valor square with the Heart n Home 4 H club. The writer notes four years in 4 H and pride in helping soldiers, especially a cousin in the Army, and hopes to continue volunteering and learning quilting skills. The piece emphasizes gratitude and inclusivity for ages nine to sixteen.
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