Grand Jury reports on City of Shafter inquiry
Kern County Grand Jury visited Shafter on October 13 2005 to investigate the city under Penal Code 925a. The panel interviewed only the City Manager, reviewed prior reports and media, and noted a 30 million dollar city cash reserve, a 14 113 population, and plans for housing growth, intermodal rail facilities, water expansion, and a shuttle service while stressing local leadership and strategic planning.
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Shafter public health December clinics and activities
The Shafter Public Health Department lists December clinics including health screenings for seniors on December 15 at the Shafter Senior Center. Recreation districts accept youth basketball registrations through December 16 for ages 5 to 13. Christmas decoration contest entries due December 19 with judging December 22. Youth center signups run weekdays 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call numbers provided for details.
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Weekend crash claims life of local man in Shafter
Foggy conditions contributed to a weekend crash on Lerdo Highway near Driver Road that killed Hilario Urrea, 19, a restrained passenger. The unidentified driver, who hit a stopped flatbed, was seriously injured and hospitalized at Kern Medical Center. Shafter Police investigate.
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New editor named for Wasco Tribune from Wascombine
Reed Print Incorporated selects Toni De Rosa former Cal State Bakersfield managing editor of the Runner as editor of Wasco Tribune. De Rosa, a San Francisco Bay Area native, grew up in Fresno and Bakersfield, earned a BA in Communications in 2005, and holds an AA in Liberal Studies. She has three grown daughters.
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Wasco receptionist resigns as Rhonda Olivo joins Tribune
Marlene Stewart steps down after years as Wasco office receptionist. Rhonda Olivo, former Delano Regional Medical Center office manager, is hired by Reed Print and will work with the public in Wasco. She and husband Roy, with daughter and grandchildren, reside in Wasco as the paper builds a family atmosphere.
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Local church aids families with monthly Mexico relief mission
St Therese s Catholic Church from August 2005 runs Programa de Compacion delivering food clothing and basic necessities to San Luis Rio Colorado Mexico near the border. Angel Jimenez, fundraiser coordinator, notes aim to help those in need and inspire local youth to understand other cultures. Donations flow from Shafter Wasco and local groups providing canes crutches walkers crayons toiletries and notebooks for children in Mexican villages.
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