Graffiti Epidemic Draws Community Alarm
Graffiti and taggers spark concern as cities struggle to curb spray painting. “Pablo” describes territorial markings, while experts link gang growth to family decay. Business owner Jamail Gill notes ineffective measures and calls for harsher penalties and accountability. Richland-Lerdo School District discussion referenced.
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Richland teachers urge board to oppose Prop 174
The Richland Teachers Association asks RLSD to adopt a resolution opposing Prop 174 the voucher measure. RTA cites lack of funding accountability and argues the plan allows unregulated schools. Opponents and proponents clash over standards and public education accountability during district discussions.
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Shafter Area Band Swap Meet and Local Events
Shafter High School Band members host a Band Swap Meet at Superior Auction three miles south of Shafter on Highway 43 this Saturday to raise funds for their spring Florida trip. Rotary Club hosts Third Annual October Golf Classic October 16 at Wasco Valley Rose Championship Golf Course with 6 am registration and 7 30 am shotgun start. Herb Benham speaks October 6 at Shafter Veterans Hall with lunch at 12 pm. RSVP by September 29. books available after meeting.
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Shafter Faces Potential RTC Legal Clash With CDC
City of Shafter prepares for a possible October 29 showdown with the California Department of Corrections over operation of the Return to Custody facility. The CDC and several California cities are tangled in lawsuits about facility contracts and audit findings involving roughly $2 million. City officials say the CDC’s actions are retaliation after a deal that shaded revenue usage, while others like Folsom and Taft face similar disputes. A judge stayed proceedings as depositions occur in Sacramento, with a Kern County DA audit having found no laws broken. The state funds Shafter to run the facility built by Gardemeyer Development of Sacramento.
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Harp Faces Sex Charge Trial Postponement
In Delano area court records Harp, a Shafter High custodian and bus driver, was released on 20000 bail after July 9 arrest on unlawful sexual charges. The August 19 arraignment was set, with prior talk of a guilty plea and ongoing investigations into a letter and yearbook entry.
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