Editorial calls for multinational peacekeeping or unilateral action
The guest editorial argues to form a multinational peacekeeping force to halt genocide, or act unilaterally with a large mission if others refuse. It questions if national interests or political correctness should override humanity, asks if African lives are valued equally, and critiques the Bush Administration's potential stance.
Nutrition classes offered by Shafter Healthy Start program
The Shafter Healthy Start and UC Cooperative Extension with the Shafter Public Health Department host a five week nutrition series taught by Doreen Guerrero covering nutrition food safety and meal planning. Classes run Tuesdays 11 am to noon from April 17 to May 22 at the Public Health Department with incentives for participation and a car seat voucher after completing a safety class. Twelve parents are enrolled and certificates of participation will be awarded to those who finish all sessions. Evonne Martinez organized the program with support from Kern County Network for Children.
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Pancake breakfast from Kiwanis club starts annual pancake day
The Kiwanis Club of Shafter showcased pancake breakfast origins with maple syrup use as a fundraiser. They describe a September meal pairing pancakes with ham and eggs, and announce a May 12 Potato Heritage Day booth with baked potatoes chili dogs and drinks plus exhibits for public attendance.
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Houttuynia Chameleon Flower Plant Details and Care
A reader recounts buying houttuynia at Ron's Nursery in Grover Beach nearly a decade ago for its foliage color. The plant’s leaves vary from green to cream to pink, with small white flowers in spring. It spreads by rhizomes, prefers partial sun, and can be kept in bounds by edging. The piece notes Sunsets Garden Book now lists the plant.
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