Shafter events brief highlights summer civic happenings
The Shafter Press lists community happenings including an Assemblyman Valadao event to collect school supplies on August 19 from 10 00 am to 5 00 pm at 150 E Lerdo Highway Shafter a Wednesday farmer s market at Town Square Park weekly 8 30 am to noon and a Shafter Children s Summer Theatre Aladdin performance on August 20 at 7 pm at the Fred L Starrh Center contact details provided for each item. A senior center workshop runs Monday through Thursday 1 pm to 4 30 pm and notes a new TDAP requirement for California students entering grades 7 through 12 in Fall 2011 with more on page 2.
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David Valadao
E. Lerdo Highway
Shafter
Town Square Park
Central Avenue
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California
Methamphetamine Threat Poses Major Risk in Kern County
In Kern County methamphetamine poses a major threat to families and communities. Deputy Rojas of the Wasco Substation describes meth as highly addictive, causing anger and delusions, fueling robberies and burglaries as users seek money for drugs. Law enforcement notes drugs feed crime, with proactive street-level action ongoing to curb the spread.
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Kern County
Rojas
Sheriff's Department
Wasco
Shafter
North County
Incoming students face last chance to get Tdap vaccines
Local districts warn that many seventh to twelfth grade students may arrive on day one without required vaccines. California mandates Tdap immunization for entry, prompting parents to update records to avoid a 30 day grace period before schools act. Health officials emphasize vaccination to curb pertussis in Kern County.
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State of
California
Pat Rissi
Wasco Union High School
Kern County
Yong Hwang
Wasco
Sally Watt
City gears up for final street faire in Shafter
Geoffrey Taylor reports the Shafter Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture promotes the final Street Faire of the summer on August 1 and the August 11 event. Locals and visitors can expect family friendly booths attractions and food along Central Avenue. The gatherings aim to boost local economy and strengthen community ties with vendors and residents enjoying a night of communal fun.
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Shafter
Shafter Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture
Shafter Street
Central Avenue
Shafter Children Stage Aladdin at High School Center
Shafter's summer theatre program ends with a production of Aladdin on August 20 at 7:00pm. The show will be performed at Shafter High School's Fred L. Starrh Performing Arts Center, marking the program's 16th year. Dana Starrh notes the camp keeps kids busy and teaches teamwork.
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Shafter Children’s Summer Theatre
Fred L. Starrh
Shafter High School
The
Shafter
Shafter Children
Dana Starrh
Shafter Children’s
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