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Monthly Archives: February 2020
GEO Files Appeal of McFarland Planning Commission’s Decision to Deny Immigrant Detention Centers
The GEO Group, Inc. today filed an appeal with the City of McFarland requesting a new hearing with the City Council after denying plans by the private prison company to convert two of the city’s correctional facilities for use as federal immigration detention centers.
Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders attracts thousands to rally
Thousands of people filled the Spectrum Amphitheater in Bakersfield Friday afternoon to attend the “Get out the Early Vote Rally” with presidential candidate Bernie Sanders.
McFarland comes out in full force; Planning Commission rejects GEO
After waiting a long four hours of comments from GEO Group, McFarland residents opposing the expansion of GEO cheered Tuesday in celebration when the McFarland Planning Commission voted 2-2, rejecting the motion to allow GEO to turn two prisons into immigrant detention centers.
Law firm alleges Kern County Supervisor engaged in fraudulent behavior against District Four opponent
A local law office is calling for the Kern County District Attorney’s office to investigate a Kern County supervisor in an alleged attempt to remove a candidate’s name from the ballot.
Kern Sol News breaks down Prop 13
As mail-in ballots were sent out earlier this month, Californians who are registered with a preferred party will cast their vote on Proposition 13, the only proposition on the ballot by March 3, 2020.
2020 Census invitations to go out in less than one month
The United States Census Bureau will be sending out invitations across the country to participate in the 2020 Census between March 12 and March 20.
Leaders in Life to host Youth Leadership Conference next month
Leaders in Life is holding its 21 annual Youth Leadership Conference, scheduled for March.
This event, planned by teens, for teens, has impacted thousands of young lives over the past two decades.
McFarland to hold second meeting Tuesday on expanding immigration detention capabilities; opponents express concerns with process
Hundreds are expected to oppose GEO’S request to expand immigration detention capabilities at McFarland’s second Planning Commission Meeting Tuesday.
COMMENTARY: It takes a special person to be a great foster parent
When people think of foster care, they often think of the youth in the system. But foster parents play a key role in helping these youth grow into responsible young adults.
COMMENTARY: McFarland doesn’t need immigration detention centers; city should prioritize residents
BY DAYANARA
Lately, there has been quite a dispute in my hometown of McFarland. The argument is over whether the city of McFarland will grant GEO Group, a for-profit prison company, permits to open and operate immigration detention facilities in town.