Farm policy must fix U.S. agriculture for the future
A farmer urges the need for effective farm policy as costs rise and prices fall. He argues the market alone cannot sustain profitable farming amid a strong dollar and subsidized foreign competition, calling for farm programs that actually work and protect U.S. producers. Letters to the editor invite local voices on the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Uncle Sam
U.S
National Cotton Council
Eve
Hs Bone
Tebasae
Tiveness
CommunityDental Story Celebrates Alice and Healthy Start Impact
A health column recounts four year old Alice overcoming extensive dental caries after intervention from Healthy Start and a school teacher. It highlights preventative care, new teeth, and the role of Proposition 10 funding. The piece notes Boys Summit attendance, immunization outreach at Richland Junior High, and a new drug counselor with KCEOC aiding teens and adults.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dana Gains
Alice
Commission
Healthy Start
AmeriCorps
Shafter
Richand
Michelle Gardner
KCEOC
The Go-Getter Son and the Patient Father
A fable of a son and his father who run an ox cart to market. The son races for profit while the father values patience and helping others. After delays and a roadside lesson, they learn to balance haste with care as town meetings are slated for July 10 and July 17 at 336 Pacific Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iran
Peng
Ihson
Hiroshima
Water quality report and storefront display ordinance update
The city urges residents to read the annual water quality report and contact Marilyn Bergman with questions. Shafter notes water meets state standards but highlights concerns. The planning commission revises rules on storefront merchandise displays to curb clutter and protect sidewalks, with John Guinn available for copies or questions.
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Marilyn Bergman
City Community Services Department
Shafter
Planning Commission
John Guinn
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Husa
Cabot Ltd
Tom Smith
Calcot
Deanna Rodriguez Root
Council and Planning Commission
Pacific Avenue
Oriess
A Reed Print Inc
California
Shafter Press
East Lerdo Highway
Reed Print, Inc
Aldrin Ct
Bakersfield
P.O
Frank W. Reed
Donald L. Reed
Margaret Baker
Diane Givens
Lerdo Highway
P.O. Box
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