Monthly Archives: August 2018

A different kind of farmers market: Community groups team up to provide free produce to Arvin residents

August 18, 2018 / By

By Staff

Jesus Rodriguez feeds America.

Rodriguez, 34, spends most of his days toiling in the fields south of Bakersfield picking grapes, but despite that, cannot afford to always feed his own family — especially in the summer when rising temperatures results in fewer hours worked in the field.

Recent Berkeley grad announces candidacy for Delano City Council

August 18, 2018 / By

By Aubrey Jasso

A 22-year-old UC Berkeley graduate with local roots has returned from college and joined an already crowded race to represent Delano residents on the city council.

Randy Villegas on Youth Voter Engagement

August 17, 2018 / By

Randy Villegas is back in Kern for the summer and he talks to us about what he is doing to encourage local youth to get out and vote.