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While League City Allows Neighbors to Use Fireworks, Other Cities Are Cracking Down

While League City Allows Neighbors to Use Fireworks, Other Cities Are Cracking Down

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League City said one reason it considered legalizing fireworks was because it would allow all responders to handle other calls. In 2023, Allen said the first marshal received 103 firework complaints.See the Story

Firefighters protect Wasco poultry farm

Firefighters protect Wasco poultry farm

A two-alarm fire on July 1 at a three-story poultry farm near Highway 46 and Gun Club Road was successfully confined to the building in which it originated, thanks to extensive pre-fire planning by Wasco's Station 31 and the efforts of over three dozen Kern County Fire professionals. The fire occurred at approximately 2:12 p.m. at Central Valley Eggs in Wasco. Engine 31 was the first to...Read Article

Líderes Campesinas fights hunger

Líderes Campesinas fights hunger

Líderes Campesinas, in collaboration with Councilmember Gilberto Reyna and Rev. Loji Pilones, pastor of St. John Evangelist Parish, will host a drive-through food distribution on Saturday, July 12, beginning at 7 a.m. at St. John's Hall,1130 9th St. in Wasco. This effort aims to ensure that fresh and nutritious food reaches local families in need. Families are asked to line up their vehicles...Read Article

Bell named WHS Teacher of the Year

The Wasco Union High School District recently recognized mathematics teacher Mark Bell as their 2025 Teacher of the Year. This distinguished educator, known affectionately as "Bell" by students, has shaped young minds at Wasco High for 21 years while wearing many hats: classroom teacher, California Scholastic Federation advisor, +mentor and this year's Mr. Tiger. "I really...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

CITY SPOTLIGHT: Upcoming Events

July 3 SNIP - Free Pet Spay / Neuter 801 8th St. @ 8:00 a.m. July 4 Independence Day City Offices Closed July 11 City offices closed Friday July 14 Planning Commission Meeting Cancelled July 15 City Council Meeting 746 8th St. @ 6:00...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

Hearts & Minds resonates in Wasco

The fourth and final installment of the NAMI Hearts and Minds workshops, a journey that empowered participants with essential knowledge for healthy living, took place on Sunday at St. John the Evangelist Parish Hall. Attendees, now feeling inspired and motivated, reflected on the content covered in the previous three sessions and discussed what they had learned and gained along the way. Sharon...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

Homeless numbers drop in Wasco

The homeless population in Wasco appears to be trending downward, according to the 2025 Kern County Point-in-Time Count Report. At Tuesday's City Council meeting, Keri Cobb, the city's community development director, commented on the report and provided an update on the Homeless Outreach Coordination Program since its inception in 2025. The 2025 count in Wasco captured a single-night...Homelessness · Wasco Read Article

WOW inspires Rose Queen hopefuls

As part of the Miss Wasco Rose Queen Pageant experience, the contestants participated in the WOW Program last week. Pageant Director Hailey Coyle said the Miss Wasco Rose Queen Pageant Committee was honored to have Marlene Swan of the Wasco Museum as the first Woman of Wasco of the year. "We feel that it is important that the young ladies participating in the pageant learn more about the...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

Pastor's Corner: The invincibility of Jesus Christ

Nothing can stop our Lord Jesus Christ. He is not some comic book hero; He is the Son of the Living God. He has triumphed over death and the grave. He is invincible. He has all power, and He has overcome sin and the devil. Once an angry mob tried to cast Him over the edge of a city, and He walked right through their midst. He is invincible. He is invincible in the storm. The disciples once awoke...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

Arrest Report - June 19, 2019

WASCO As reported by the Wasco Police Department: June 09 Leonel Angel Vargas II, 36, of Wasco, was arrested at Griffith and 7th Street for contempt of a court order and on a misdemeanor bench warrant. He was booked into the Lerdo Justice Facility. June 10 Jesus Rodriguez Sanchez 70, of Wasco, was arrested in the 1200 block of Poplar Avenue for lewd or lascivious acts with a child under 14 years...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

Wasco's renewed playground welcomes all

The new Barker Park playground is now officially open, featuring a fresh, modern design with multiple slides, climbing structures and inclusive play zones designed for children of all ages and abilities. "Families can relax comfortably under enhanced shade canopies and new seating areas, making it a welcoming spot for kids to explore and parents to unwind together," said Wasco...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

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