This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Shafter Honors Local Figures And Community Leaders
Shafter recognized residents Janice Anders Fernando Gomez Edith Lopez and Genevieve Roberts for their heart for animals and city betterment. Melissa Bergen earned the Education Award for work with Shafter children while Angie Velarde received the Youth Development award for after school programs and community service. Javen Encinas earned national rank after a third place finish at the Silver Gloves Championship, with Shafter Boxing Club led by Miguel Ayon praised for shaping champions and good citizens. The Colours Festival showcased local art, music, and theatre with events at the Colors Fun Run Warms up in the Veterans Hall and Ford Theater debut of Always Patsy Cline starring Amy Adams and Kim Kotrla. Lt. Diana Burnett promoted to Lieutenant after 22 years with Shafter Police. Richland Junior High and Kern County History Day highlighted Cesar Chavez themed entries and interviews with Dolores Huerta, while city leadership transitions were noted as City Manager John Guinn steps down after 40 years in Shafter and Scott Hurlbert prepared to take over.