Shafter Press Schedules Labor Day Closure and Notices
The Shafter Press will be closed Monday September 7 1998 for Labor Day. Deadlines for the September 9 issue includeDisplays Thursday September 3 at 10 am Proofs Wednesday September 2 at 10 am Classifieds Friday September 4 at 2 pm Editorials Friday September 4 at 10 am Commodities distributed August 24 1998 at the Veterans Hall The Shafter Blood Bank plans a full blood drive September 2 1998 from 2 30 pm to 6 30 pm at the Veterans Hall.
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North Kern Christian opens with new hours and open house
North Kern Christian Preschool invites families to an open house on Thursday August 20 1998 from 6 to 7 30 p m The Preschool and Day Care will have new hours this year to better fit schedules The district lists start times for several schools on August 31 1998 with Richland Lerdo Primary and Intermediate at 7 55 a m Junior High at 8 a m Shafter High at 8 05 a m Maple School at 8 30 a m and North Kern Christian at 8 20 a m Phone numbers are provided for each school to call with questions
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Street Faire booth types and meeting reschedule
The notice lists booth types for the street faire including food games educational arts and crafts and others with a deadline for entry August 28. It also announces the Richland Lerdo School Board meeting originally set for August 17 is canceled and rescheduled to Tuesday August 25 at 7 15 p.m. in the district music room with more details on page 2.
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Ike Weitz 90 Works Full Time as Farm Implement Operator
At 90, Ike Weitz of Shafter continues to drive the swather for Wayne Arnold’s alfalfa operation, putting in 40 to 60 hour weeks during hay season. Born August 24, 1908 in Hitchcock Oklahoma, he moved to California with his family, served in the Army from 1942 to 1945, and has long been praised by employer Arnold, who has sought Guinness recognition for Weitz’s longevity and skill.
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Fall Blood Drive in Shafter on September 2
Shafter holds a fall blood drive on September 2, 1998 from 2 30 to 6 30 p m at the Shafter Veteran s Hall. Residents have boosted donations aided by seniors at Shafter High while blood credits at Houchin Blood Bank exceed requests. The city is praised as a leading Kern County contributor and residents are urged to give.
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Public health tips to stay cool in Kern County heat
Kern County Public Health director Dr. Jinadu urges precautions during hot months. Tips include cool baths or showers, indoor air conditioning, fans, shading, turning off lights, avoiding peak heat, hydrating with water and fruit juice, wearing light clothing and a broad brimmed hat, and seeking air conditioned venues. Seniors and chronically ill individuals are most at risk. the Office on Aging offers fans and donation information at 661-861-2218.
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