Shafter Chamber honors community at annual awards
The Shafter Chamber of Commerce awards life by helping the sick and needy. Bill Walker spoke of humility and grace as Citizen of the Year Jerry Schmidt, a local firefighter and EMT, accepted the honor. Betty Gloeckler became president and vowed to build on Don Zachary’s tenure as the Chamber meets monthly at J.D.’s Restaurant.
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Shafter Chamber
Bill” Walker
Jerry Schmidt
Shafter
Schmidt
Ben Grundy
Betty Gloeckler
Chamber of Commerce
Don Zachary
Betty
Don
Public Protection and Police Community Relations in Shafter
The Shafter police department maintains strict records and clear communication under Chief Frankristensen. Investigators Amnolrid Balwin and Peterson coordinate with six officers to gather evidence and monitor street news while Officer Ferrelene Zachary preserves complex departmental records. Police work ranges from aiding the elderly and comforting children to protecting vulnerable residents, reflecting strong community relations and respect for the blue uniform.
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Bellanger
Amnolrid
Balwin
Peterson
Ferrelene Zachary
P.D
Frankristensen
Shafter
Our
Almond boom spurs new store openings in valley area
Local almond demand grows with a new “House of Almonds” near Hwy offering flavors from blueberry to yogurt almonds. SVG Farms’ Fred Starrh notes growers’ harvest process shakes almonds from trees and removes the L, reflecting industry terminology.
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Hwy
Ular
Allmonds
Fred Starrh
SVG Farms
Shafter
Beautification drive as Rotarians plant 100 trees in Shafter
Shafter Rotarians planted 100 trees donated by Armstrong Nurseries under Frank Waterhouse to beautify the town. The effort included flowering cherry and other species, with Cecile Brunner roses to be added near the entrance sign. City officials and Interact members assisted, as Festival Committee planning began for May events.
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Shafter Rotary Club
Shafter
Hal Christiansen
Rotary
Armstrong Nurseries
Frank Waterhouse
Waterhouse
Rotary Club
Arizona
Cecile Brunner
Pathfinders Tour Historic Mines in Randsburg and Red Rock
A group of 42 Pathfinders and leaders toured Randsburg Johannesburg and Red Rock Canyon visiting old gold mines and other historic sites. They enjoyed perfect weather despite stormy conditions at home. The piece notes a 1949 date and contrasts with a curious ad offering bags potatoes sugar plastic leather and blonde.
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Randsburg
Johannesburg
Red Rock Canyon
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Shafter Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture
J.d.’S
Jolene
Bakersfield
California
Joset Design
Closet Company
New Horizon Blvd
White Lane
Stockdale Industrial Park
Srevival Seminar
Pentecostal Arene OF God
South Shafter Ave
Pat Wilson
City Works
John Guinn
City Yard
Stringham, Kirschenman
Rodriguez Parks
Hitchcock Hotel
Schnidt Street
Lerdo
Mr. Waterhouse
City Hall Council Chamber
Nardi
August Caires
Norm King
Mike Kelley
Ken Twisselman
George Wise
Frank Bernardi
Interact
Mike Reese
Kirschenman Park
Wvc& Ste
Shafter Farms Company
G. Lansing Hurde
Jack-of-all Trades
Maler
Paradise Cove
Beck
Santa Cruz
Cannon Mills
Central Ave
Beno’s
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