Osama bin Laden is Dead and Nation Rejoices
A May 2 2011 broadcast reflects on Osama bin Laden's death in a raid near Islamabad. The message stresses American resilience in past crises and pledges continued unity against terrorism, honoring victims, and dedication to patriotism and divine protection.
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Osama bin Laden
bin Laden
Al-Qaeda
Central Intelligence Agency
Islamabad
Pakistan
Pearl Harbor
Viet Nam
Osama
United States of America
Vandalism at gravesites spurs grief and community guilt
Diane Givens notes repeated vandalism at a young high school honors student nephew's grave. She reflects on grief, respect for cemeteries, and acts of kindness by elders, urging neighbors to honor memories during Memorial Day and avoid stealing tributes.
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Isit
Shafter
Earth
Wal-Mart
Diane Givens
Cinco de Mayo Festival dazzles Shafter crowds and parade
The 20th annual Cinco de Mayo celebration in Shafter drew about 7,000 attendees. Fifty one parade entries showcased cars, dancing horses, and youth groups from Richland School District with strong vendor support and community volunteers. Highlights included Richland Folklorica groups, baton and Redwood Pep Squad, and PAL Youth Boxing exhibition. Organizers praise sponsors and churches for making a noncommercial event successful and plan for next year.
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Richland
Manuel Park
Shafter
Richland Folklorica
Baton
Redwood
PAL
Police Activities League
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Toy
Deanna Rodrig
Sandra Fernandez
Linda Ronstadt
Hasta Luego
State Avenue
Sabado Y
Domingo Birria
Menudo Y Barbacoa
Hechas
Carnitas
Talapia
Liapia
Sea
Costilas
Miercoles Tacos
Fiernas de Folo
Hhicken Leg
State Ave
Mannys Discount
Shafter Adult School
Carniceria Reynosa
Mannys
Family Grocery Situado
Antes Astaba Mannys Discount
Enseguida de la Escuela de Adultos Y Carniceria Reynosa
Ofrecemos
Los Servicios Como
Abiertos de
Lunes
Sabado
Reed Print Inc
California
Shafter Press
Central Avenue
Reed Print, Inc
Aldrin Ct
Bakersfield
Congress
P.O
Pusthlichare
Omffica
Shafterpress
Earthfink. Net
P.O. Box
R.E. Dacio
DDS
L.O. Perez
James Street
Se Habla Espanol
Pilipino Po
Ddacocciconai
Porechovy
Rosetown Family Dentistry
Manuel Gaerne
D.D.S
Benny” B. Kohanteb
Mais Sagarian
7Th Street
Wasco
Jack D. Groves, O.D
Optometry
Wolfgang H. Renken
Steven M. Yaplee
7Th St
NSU Rangebagiein
MES
CalFarm Insurance Agency
Selita Groves
Jennifer Riddle
James St
Brannen “Powell
Tim Powell
EA Cfp
Kern St
Step Shafter
Financial Wise Services
George Wise
East Lordo Hwy
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