Shafter 1998 Outlook Promises Growth And New Stores
City Manager John Guinn forecasts a strong 1998 for Shafter with expectations of job creation and continued economic development. Plans include the Coronet store redevelopments, potential hardware and Rite Aid drugstore openings, a new regional wastewater plant, and a master downtown and park plans plus road and airport area improvements.
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America
Shafter
John Guinn
Ivan Meyers
Guinn
Rite-Aid
Shafter Press
International Trade and Transportation Center
Shafter Airport
Minter Field
Seventh Standard Road
Wasco Ave
Christensen Retires From Wasco Prison After 25 Years
Alf Christensen ends a long career as Wasco State Prison community resource manager in 2020, with 23 supervision areas and outreach programs. He also led chaplains, volunteers, and donations, including joint ventures, arts in corrections, and community partnerships. Christensen will continue parish work in Shafter and stay active with Elks, teaching, writing, acting, and reading.
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Alf Christensen
Wasco State Prison
Wasco
Soledad
Salinas
State of California
Christensen
Citi
Lalso
Ucla Arts
United Way
Shafter
New California Laws Spotlight For Taxpayers In 1998
New statutes set to begin January 1 1998 may alter taxes and obligations. SB 574 expands Cal Vet program access while AB 208 redirects outofstate smog fees to aid lowincome vehicle repairs. SB 545 adds boat operator age limits and training study. SB 1329 introduces a graduated youth license with more behindthewheel practice. Drivers should expect higher costs and stricter rules on licenses and registrations.
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California
Department of Boating and Waterways
Walker Center seeks volunteers in Shafter community
The Walker Senior Center in Shafter invites volunteers to help with hot meals deliveries and center activities. Barbara Tisler and Almeda Jones coordinate programs. meals are served weekdays at noon, with groceries delivered to shut ins. Volunteers are needed for driving, lifting, piano, entertainment, and games. call 746 4049 to offer service.
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Walker Senior Center
Shafter
Niggs
Barbara Tisler
Tisler
Almeda Jones
Shafter Press
KCEOC
Bakersfield
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Rodriguez Park
James Street
National Health Services
Tnd Spohn
Cynthia Silliman
By Roy Patrick
Zens
Friends Outside
Match II
Centerforce
Despacio
Walker Center
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