Kern County Grand Jury Seeks Volunteers for 2002
The Superior Court of Kern seeks countywide volunteers for a 19 member Grand Jury. The part time unpaid position aims for diverse representation. Applicants must be U S citizens at least 18, reside in Kern County, and willing to devote about 20 hours weekly for one year starting July 1, 2002. Contact Kay Beavers at Kern County Superior Court for an application.
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The
Superior Court of
Kern
County
Kern County Grand Jury
Superior Court
Arthur E. Wallace
Grand Jury
Kern County District Attorney' S Office
United States
Kay Beavers
Kern County Superior Court
Truxton Avenue
Bakersfield
Tragic I-5 crash claims Shafter man Nelson
On Tuesday February 19 Thomas Nelson 28 of Shafter died when his 2000 Volkswagen drifted from southbound I-5 into the center divider near the Wasco off ramp. Passenger Letal Lockwood of Tracy sustained minor injuries and was taken to Kern Medical Center after the vehicle rolled over several times in clear weather. The CHP reported unknown speed at impact.
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Thomas Nelson
Shafter
Wasco
Letal Lockwood
Tracy
Nelson
Lockwood
Kern Medical Center
Buttonwillow
California Highway Patrol
Parents Push for School Reconfiguration Debated at Board Meeting
Resident Larry Starth voiced support for smaller classes and improved test scores during a 2 1/2 hour public school board meeting. Xavier Gomez urged more state funding for Shafter schools and Marinela Ramirez called for faster fundraising and community help to build a new school.
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Larry Starth
Xavier Gomez
Shafter
Marinela Ramirez
Leigh Biography Fragments Highlight Local Groups
A fragmented record notes Leigh connected with Pace Ways, the Juvenile Justice Commission, The Guild, Henrietta Weille Child Guidance House, The Green Hotel Cooks, Shafter Friends of the Kern County Library, Boy Scout Troop, and National Cotton. The text mentions multiple affiliations without clear roles or dates.
Retirement Party Highlights Eucalyptus Express Farewell
The event honored Merrill Lehman with a light hearted sendoff featuring the Eucalyptus Express train ride for guests of all ages. Performers Vernon Isaac Dan Frantz and Laura Isaac sang a railroad tune while Dale, music and humor kept the crowd engaged. Memorials and funds were announced for the Green Hotel Preservation Fund Thomas F. Leigh Seminar Fund and Guild House donations. Nina Leigh’s family details are noted, including survivors and memorial gift options.
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Eucalyptus Grove
Merrill
Vernon Isaac
Dan Frantz
Laura Isaac
Twenty-one Club
Shafter Women’s Club
Stockdale Country Club
Probation Board
Kernbog
League of Women UptenShe
Guild House
Richland Pta
Nina
Tom
Thomas F
Nina Leigh
Nick
Olga Garner
Michael
Annie Leigh
Marietta
Georgia
Jeremy Francis
Nicolas Ryan Leigh
Fayetteville
Christen McKinley Leigh
William Blake Leigh
Elena Deeds
Alexandria
Virginia
Bernard Leigh
Beaumont
Bert Leigh
Pinecrest
Green Hotel Preservation Fund
Shafter
Thomas F. and
Dept. of Entomology
UCD
Davis
Bakersfield
Shafter Names Jane Zachary Commerce Manager
Former TV personality Jane Zachary, raised in Shafter and USC graduate, becomes City Commerce Manager to drive community investment, existing business marketing, and new business development. She will enhance Shafter’s business climate with programs for residents, industries, and investors.
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Jane Zachary
New City
Shafter
Zachary
Richland
University of Southern California
Kget TV
17 News
KGET
Cal State University Bakersfield
John Guinn
Jane
Guinn
Garry Nelson
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Pace
Kern Crest Manor
Rick Penner
Kern County
EMS Department
California
Kern County Ems Department
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
Co.ker
Fresno
Boy eAce
Centennial Gardens Arena
Floyd’s
Chester Avenue
Walker Street
High Street
Delano
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