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Convicted murderer Nickey Stane headed to Wasco State Prison

Convicted murderer Nickey Stane headed to Wasco State Prison

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Nickey Stane, the man convicted of killing Fresno State student Debbie Dorian back in 1996, will now spend his life in Wasco State Prison.Read Article

unWired Broadband to Bring NextGen Fiber Internet to Wasco, CA

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unWired Broadband to Bring NextGen Fiber Internet to Wasco, CA

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WASCO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 24, 2025-Read Article

Evacuation order lifted for fire near Wasco

Evacuation order lifted for fire near Wasco

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Evacuation order lifted for fire near Wasco An unknown number of residents were evacuated for several hours overnight due to the risk Nearly 20 engines and support vehicles, including 34 firefighting personnel, were on scene The fire threatened storage tanks at the Poso Creek Family Dairy that contained 20,000 gallons of natural gasBROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: An evacuation order for an area northwest of Wasco was lifted early this morning, as Kern Cou…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

Knights celebrate 80 years of faith and service

The St. John's Knights of Columbus reached a historic milestone in 2025 as Council #2938 celebrated its 80th anniversary with a festive dinner and dance at the Wasco Elks Lodge on Saturday. Members of the Council, along with their families and fellow Knights, gathered to honor decades of dedication to faith, community and charitable service. The evening began with warm words from chapter...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

Wonderful Nurseries employees file lawsuit

Twenty farmworkers employed at Wonderful Nurseries in Wasco have filed a federal lawsuit seeking to strike down a California law they say would force them into unionization under the United Farm Workers. The complaint, filed last week, parallels similar legal action by New York farmworkers. The case challenges Assembly Bill 2183, the "card check" law Gov. Gavin Newsom signed in 2022....Wasco · Wasco Read Article

They Catch a Man Walking Down the Street Eating a Human Leg in California

During March 22, 2024, the video was captured by a man walking down the street eating a human leg. The incident generated surprise among social media users and sparked controversy. Allegedly, the human leg belonged to a victim of a railway accident that occurred the same day at Amtrak station in Wasco, California. The suspect was identified as Resendo Téllez, 27, who also presented erratic behavior during his arrest and showed no remorse for his…Wasco · Wasco Read Article

Arrest Report - June 5, 2025

WASCO As reported by the Wasco Police Department: May 19 Jose Enriquez Ferrer Ramirez, 22, of Wasco, was arrested in the 700 block of F Street on a misdemeanor bench warrant. He was cited and released. Adriana Duenas, 48, of Wasco, was arrested in the 1000 block of Rose Street for possession of a narcotic controlled substance. She was cited and released. Kevin Deon Sharp, 61, of Wasco, was...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

Velasquez to lead girls basketball

Eddie Velasquez has been named the new head girls varsity basketball coach at Wasco High School. With more than two decades of coaching experience, Velasquez brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the program. His deep roots in the Wasco community and his proven track record of developing players offer unique leadership for the team. His passion for basketball began in childhood, playing...Basketball · Wasco Read Article

Hwy. 46 roundabout on track for 2029

The Highway 46 roundabout, a joint project with the High-Speed Rail Authority and Caltrans, is set to be completed in October 2029. The estimated construction cost for this combined effort is $108.3 million. Caltrans District 6 Project Manager Shelly Maggard provided an update on the project's progress to the City Council on Tuesday. "Currently, the projected schedule is that we are...Wasco · Wasco Read Article

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