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Delano Volunteers Work to Restore Lake Woollomes
Lake Woollomes is a staple recreational park that families enjoy for fishing, barbecues, and picnics. However, the lake has seen better days and has been subjected to years of severe underfunding, leading community organizations to take the initiative in cleaning up and restoring the park themselves.
New CalFresh Work Requirements May Disqualify 33,000 Current Recipients in Kern
As of June 1, new work requirements will take effect for the CalFresh program, making about 33,000 people in Kern County who receive CalFresh possibly ineligible, according to Jacquie Huang, the Assistant Program Manager assigned to CalFresh Policy from the Kern County Department of Human Services.
Rising Tomato Prices Impact Rural Communities
Tomato prices have reportedly risen by 40% as of April 2026, driven by severe weather conditions, increased tariffs, and higher transportation costs.
Advisory Committee Recommends “Unity High School” in DJUHSD Renaming Process
On May 12, the Delano Joint Union High School District (DJUHSD) Board of Trustees held its regular meeting, where one agenda item focused on the proposed renaming of Cesar E.
Maharlika Brings Home Silver Medal and Real-Life Experiences
From Delano to Dayton, Ohio, Maharlika is one of the current independent winter color guard teams in town to compete in the Winter Guard International: World Championship and has been awarded a Silver Medal.
Environmental Report Highlights Indoor Air Pollution Risks in Select Delano Buildings
The Delano Guardians hosted a community meeting on April 21 to inform residents about potential health risks associated with indoor air exposure to chemicals from an underground tetrachloroethylene (PCE) plume in downtown Delano.
United Way Extends Hours for Free Tax Filing Services
United Way Central Eastern California held a press conference to discuss their efforts to help the community file their taxes through a partnership with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance from Community Action Partnership of Kern.
Delano Branch Library Re-Opens Offering More Resources for Readers
On March 26, the Delano Branch Library held its Grand Re-Opening, which aimed to offer more space and resources to better serve its residents.
DJUHSD Votes Yes To Rename High School
On Tuesday evening, the Delano Joint Union High School District (DJUHSD) held a special meeting at Robert F.
Special Meeting to Discuss Renaming Cesar Chavez High School in Delano
Delano Joint Union High School will hold a special meeting on March 24 to consider renaming Cesar Chavez High School, prompted by a student petition following a New York Times investigation into allegations involving Cesar Chavez.