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Monthly Archives: September 2020
Bakersfield College, Cal State Bakersfield receive funding to expand health sciences programs
Bakersfield College and California State University, Bakersfield have been awarded $6 million in federal grants to address disparities and improve community health through education, the institutions announced last week.
With just one week left till the deadline, Kern’s self-response rate for 2020 Census is lower than 2010 rate
With just eight days left till the 2020 Census deadline, Kern’s self-response rate is lower than than it’s 2010 response rate, according to the U.S.
Arvin community unveils Census mural as last push to encourage residents to get counted
Arvin community members came together Tuesday morning to make a last-minute push, encouraging the community to respond to the 2020 Census, with the unveiling of a Census-themed mural in Arvin.
Health officials announce 63 new COVID-19 cases in Kern
The Kern County Public Health Department announced Monday 63 new COVID-19 cases in Kern County, bringing the total to 31,572.
Housing equity group to hold eviction workshop for those facing financial hardships during pandemic
The Leadership Counsel for Justice and Accountability is holding a “Know Your Rights” workshop this week that will cover eviction protections for non-payment of rent due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Majority of Central Valley voters view police use of force during protests as appropriate, survey results show
A majority of Central Valley voters view police use of force during the Black Lives Matter protests as appropriate and a majority do not view the issue of police violence as a systemic problem, according to a recent study.
Census launches local help line two weeks before deadline to assist residents respond to 2020 Census
The Census Bureau has created a local phone number to assist Kern County residents respond to the 2020 Census.
U.S. Surgeon General says Kern is ‘over the hump’ of the COVID-19 pandemic, anticipates a vaccine by end of year
Kern County and the United States as a whole is beginning to see a decrease in COVID-19 cases and deaths, the U.S
Public Health announces 66 new COVID-19 cases
The Kern County Public Health Department announced 66 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday morning, bringing the total number of cases in Kern to 30,916.
Organization to offer series of business classes to immigrants in the Central Valley
The Central Valley Immigrant Integration Collaborative (CVIIC) continues their venture in community outreach and education during COVID-19.