Monthly Archives: January 2019

Citrus workers end four-day strike Monday afternoon after Wonderful Company agrees to restore bin rates

January 14, 2019 / By

About 1,800 Wonderful Company farm workers ended their four-day strike over pay cuts Monday afternoon after Wonderful agreed to restore pay cuts amounting to $1 to $2 an hour that were imposed on workers last week, according to the UFW.

Education advocacy group holds forum to provide an update on KHSD’s suspensions, expulsions and school climate

January 10, 2019 / By

The Kern Education Justice Collaborative invites the public to attend a community forum to learn about the Kern High School District’s policies and practices.

Kern celebrates 150th birthday of Gandhi with series of events beginning Sunday with free movie

January 9, 2019 / By

This year marks the 150th birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, and Kern County is celebrating all year.

2019 Women’s March organizers host sign making event Friday

January 8, 2019 / By

Are you marching in the 2019 Women’s March? If so, organizers are encouraging marchers to prepare this Friday at a sign making event.

Q&A: Delano city councilman Bryan Osorio talks about his plans for the community

January 4, 2019 / By

Bryan Osorio, one of Delano’s newest city council members, was sworn in last month and began his four-year term on the city council.

COMMENTARY: Workers gain greater legal rights against discrimination and harassment on the basis of national origin

January 2, 2019 / By

BY PINKY GHUMAN

Have you faced harassment at your work for your accent, appearance or immigration status?