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2000 remembered for growth and change in Shafter
A two part year in review for Shafter highlights 2000 growth and change. Notable events include Virginia Brownell’s passing, new leadership at the Research and Extension Center, district graduations, budget plans, park memorials, and multiple civic developments from a water test to a new veterans wall. Community figures and students figure prominently.
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Shafter Press
Virginia Brownell
Shane T. Ball
San Joaquin Valley Cotton Board
Dick Bassett
Richland Junior High
Shafter High School
Richland
Tice
Minter Field
Shafter Memorial Park
Dean Florez
American Legion Auxilary
Cathy Morgan
Woody Colvard
Fran Florez
Garry Nelson
Mary Brooks
Dave Thomas
Ronni Carroll
Kern County District Attorney’s
Green Hotel
Kiwanis Club
Edward A. Brown
Kern County
Shafter’s
Larry Starrh
Kern County High School
Shafter Generals
Wasco Tigers
SHS
Jesus Christ