Stotesbury sworn in as Desert Hot Springs police chief
Former Shafter chief Paul Stotesbury, a veteran officer, is sworn in as permanent chief of Desert Hot Springs. U S Representative Mary Bono praised his leadership and fairness while noting the department faces ongoing challenges as the city supports the new chief and raises funds for PAL.
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Shafter
Greg Greeson
Southland
Eeey
John Guinn
Guinn
Desert Hot Springs
Miracle Springs Hotel and Spa
PAL
U.S
Mary Bono
Sonny Bono
Bono
Paul
California Prop 227 upheld by federal judge ruling immersion valid
Federal Judge Charles Legge ruled Proposition 227 does not discriminate against minorities or violate language access laws finding immersion English instruction a valid educational approach. Richland Lerdo School District outlined six changes for 1998-99 including a teacher training grant and an early reading program inviting parent participation.
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United States
Charles Legge
San Francisco
California
Richland Lerdo
RLSD
Daniel Knapp
Shafter Press
Knapp
Shafter Council Bans Scavenging in City Refuse Areas
City of Shafter adopts Ordinance No. 505 prohibiting scavenging in refuse containers and public rights of way. Beginning August 14 1998 it is illegal to scavenge in alleys streets or public rights of way with penalties up to six months in county jail or a $500 fine.
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Shafter
John Guinn
Shafter Press
St Therese Festival Jamaica Day Raffle Talent Show
St Therese's Catholic Church at 300 West Lerdo hosts a August 1 1998 festival with seven church groups, music acts, and a raffle. Mariachi San Marcos plays 5 to 8 pm, raffle at 8 pm, dance 8 to 11 pm features Shafter's forming for the first time.
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West Lerdo High
Po Valesti
Mariachi San Marcos
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