Taft Leaders Outline Vision for 2025 at State of the City

City of Taft fires Police Chief John Landreth after fourth attempt in less than a year

The city of Taft is officially without a police chief. After four consecutive attempts, Taft city officials have fired Taft Police Chief John Landreth during a city council meeting on Friday, April 11. As KRIS 6 News previously reported, Taft City Council initiated an investigation into Landreth following an executive session on March 18, where city officials claimed they felt threatened by a statement Landreth made.In documents obtained by 6 In…

Taft Leaders Outline Vision for 2025 at State of the City

Leaders and locals gathered in Taft to discuss how teamwork and shared solutions will shape the citys future, especially as essential services face growing pressure. Tafts 2025 State of the City event brought together city leaders, community members, and local organizations to discuss key priorities and challenges. Kern County Supervisor Chris Parlier recently traveled to Washington D.C. with a Taft delegation to advocate for the local oil secto…

Senn outlines vision, challenges for City of Laurens

Laurens, South Carolina – Laurens Mayor Nathan Senn presented his third State of the City address in The Capitol Theater Tuesday evening, April 8, thanking the city staff and the Commission of Public Works for their daily work to provide city services, and acknowledging their work in dangerous situations to keep city residents safe following Hurricane Helene. Volunteer of the Year, Harold Ligon. Photo-Judith Brown Senn explained the purpose of t…