Protests at Rio Bravo permit meeting in Bakersfield
A large, vocal crowd gathered at the Red Lion Inn last Wednesday to voice concerns over Rio Bravo Disposal Facility seeking an EPA operating permit. EPA officials answered questions as opponents and supporters debated legality, safety, and environmental impact ahead of August public hearings.
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Shafter to oppose Rio Bravo disposal facility reopening
Shafter leaders vow to block the Rio Bravo underground injection permit. Mayor Don Zachary and two council members attend an EPA workshop in Bakersfield where concerns about groundwater leaks and drinking water safety are raised. Public hearings at the Red Lion Inn will follow. Rio Bravo operated for eight months before leaks prompted shutdown by health departments.
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Red Lion Inn
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County Departments of Health Services
Kidnapping Ring Busted In Kern County Case
A 15 year old girl was returned home in Wasco last week after Shafter Police arrested Jorge Salvador Banjo and Blanca Nava Rivas age 23 on kidnapping for ransom extortion and conspiracy charges. They’re held on 50 000 bail with no bail on immigration holds as authorities probe a possible cross border crime ring. A preliminary hearing is set for next Tuesday in Western Municipal Court.
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Wasco
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Tomas Prado
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Western
Two LAPD board seats open with incumbents weighing term
Two seats on the Shafter Recreation and Park District Board of Trustees are up for election November 5 with a Friday 5 p.m. filing deadline. Bill Walker, 77, an original member elected in 1978, plans not to seek a third term, citing age and completed goals including a senior citizens center whose groundbreaking will occur later this summer. Fellow original member David Mizener is undecided about seeking another term, noting his current commitments and that a gym for the district remains as yet unaccomplished.
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Fiveman Board
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Killer bees threaten Kern County crops in limited impact scare
Despite fears, Kern County’s battle with killer bees caused only limited disruption. Officials sprayed wild colonies within a 45 mile radius and considered quarantining domestic hives as California’s top beekeeping state would face widespread pollination effects. Almonds, melons, plums, avocados and alfalfa stand to suffer if pollination declines, though most local apiaries are outside the danger zone.
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