Author Art Rodriguez speaks to SHS about books and resilience
Art Rodriguez, author of several young adult titles, visited Shafter High School to discuss his life in fostered struggles, abusive home, and time in jail. He cites writing as therapy, notes East Side Dreams as a best teen book, and urges students to stay in school while pursuing literacy and personal growth.
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Teal spill closes Shafter businesses after Enzone release
A soil fumigant known as Enzone spilled at the intersection of East Lerdo Highway and South Beech, prompting closures of multiple Shafter businesses while authorities manage the incident. No injuries reported and responders cordon the area for containment and cleanup.
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Benefit Dinner and Fishers Silent Auction in Shafter
A benefit dinner and silent auction organized by BENEFIT From pace 1 is set for Saturday December 6 at Shafter Veteran's Hall 301 California Avenue with a social hour at 6 p.m. and steak dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, take out available 6–7 p.m. Contact Dolores Robinson at 746-6365 or mail checks to Shafter Community Chest.
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California Avenue
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First American Thanksgiving and religious freedom
A reflective piece urges gratitude for others' deeds and learning from history to avoid repeating intolerance. It contrasts early Pilgrims and Native peoples with today’s threats to worship freedom, stressing America's civil right to worship as chosen. It calls for unity, respect for diverse beliefs, and peace.
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Prince of Peace
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