Police to select youth for Devil Pup Citizenship Program
Shafter Police Department will choose one local youth for the Devil Pup Citizenship Program at Camp Pendleton. The 10 day Marine Corps program for ages 13 to 17 emphasizes teamwork and discipline with activities including swimming, running, camping, and a 35 foot tower jump. Selection by Police Chief John Zrofsky includes two alternates, with a fitness test on July 8 in Bakersfield and the July 25 to August 3 camp period at no cost.
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U.S. Marine Corps
Shafter
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Devil Pup
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Marine Corps
Bakersfield
Shafter Praised by Kern Grand Jury for Community Spirit
The Kern County Grand Jury final report for 1999 2000 lauds Shafter for strong community pride well kept homes and clean streets. It commends City Manager John Guinn and Finance Director Jo Berrick for efficient budgeting and operations while noting a need to more closely follow the street maintenance master plan to curb future costs. Some areas show varying deterioration and the county panel suggests contracting to address aging infrastructure.
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Kern County Grand Jury
Shafter
John Guinn
Jo Berrick
May permits rise in Shafter drives Kern County gains
May building permits in Kern County show a regional slowdown with Shafter posting a standout month. Shafter permits reach 2.28 million dollars, up from 1999's May 376 thousand. county wide, commercial permits lagged, and unincorporated areas posted a deficit while overall county totals near 50 million.
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Kern County
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Wasco
McFarland
Delano
Board of Trade
Senior Center Lunch Menu Notice
Wednesday July 12 meal at W C Walker Senior Center serves roast turkey with gravy mashed potatoes peas and carrots dressing orange juice and milk. Lunch at 1130 noon. Reservations required one day in advance. others served if possible. Suggested donations 1.50 for seniors 60 and over and spouses. guests under 60 pay 3.50. Menu subject to change. Call 746 4049.
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W. C. Walker Senior Center
Hero From Page: Shafter Man Commended for Chasing Suspect
Shafter police chief recommends Brandon Smith be commended after he chased a robbery suspect near City Hall, risking his safety and relying on Marine training to cut off the suspect. Community members praise his selfless act and its impact on local safety.
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City Hall
Shafter
John Zrofsky
Brandon
Zrofsky
Wiedman
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