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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
May 16, 2012
Page
6
A letter reflects on Memorial Day at Shafter Cemetery with concerns over beer, bike riders, and balloon theft from graves. The writer urges true respect for elders and the deceased, noting cemetery security limits and the need for community behavior that honors loved ones.
A former Richland School District librarian recalls Shafter's Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, noting its remarkable growth and low publicity yet strong turnout. Congrats to Deanna Root and organizers for a highly successful community event.
Community thank you note for a Cinco de Mayo celebration in Shafter highlighting a strong volunteer committee led by Brandi, fundraising clubs and organizations, and plans like a potential Chile Verde and Menudo Cook-off. Scholarships fund Roy Root Adele Montanez Memorial Scholarships with student volunteers from Richland Shafter High and Cal State.
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