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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1999
Page
5
A humorous, stream of consciousness diary notes a Bakersfield reader obsessed with bean burritos. The writer jokes about prices, tips, and refill battles while detailing store frugality and preferences for hot or cold burritos, onions, and salsa as a daily ritual.
The Chamber reports a successful 4th of July event with strong donations and sponsor engagement. A personal note thanks readers for kindness during a family loss. Stephanie Bender previews a wildflower column while Kern County reports a late season start due to cold weather. Local flora across Tehachapi, Lake Isabella, and Kern River Canyon is described with specific species and driving tips.
The Shafter City Council will consider awarding the contract for construction drawing prep for downtown upgrades. Design work will refine fountain plans and paving. construction is slated for early 2000. The city also advances code enforcement to clean up substandard properties, abating over 150 properties since last year and enforcing a 1998 ordinance on maintenance and blight reduction.
Pastor Mike Kotria shares reflections from Shafter on faith, community service, and daily living in a brief column. He discusses outreach efforts, church events, and encourages readers to engage with local volunteer programs and spiritual practices.
A Florida newspaper tale about a chaotic day ends with a moral: believers should rejoice in all circumstances. The piece contrasts a chaotic accident sequence with a spiritual call to find joy in trials through scripture, urging gratitude over complaint.
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