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Monthly Archives: December 2020
Governor appoints first Latina to sit on Kern County Superior Court
The Governor has appointed the first Latina judge to sit on the Kern County Superior Court for California’s Superior Court.
Health officials confirm 948 new COVID-19 cases
The Kern County Public Health Department confirmed Monday 948 new COVID-19 cases in Kern County, bringing the total to 59,148.
‘I wish my teacher knew…’: Students offer ideas on how to better future distance learning experiences
With winter break beginning, students can finally breathe after completing an entire semester of full distance learning.
Kern County sets record with more than 2,000 COVID-19 cases confirmed; vaccine set to arrive in Kern this week
Kern County health officials announced the highest number of COVID-19 cases Tuesday since the pandemic first hit Kern County in March.
COVID-19 vaccine to be stored at Kern Medical, elected officials say
Local health officials say Kern is expected to receive 5,850 doses of the Pfizer vaccine by the end of the week.
State public health confirms Kern’s ICU capacity is the lowest it’s been since pandemic began
As of Sunday, Kern County had 10 Intensive Care Unit beds available, the least amount available since the beginning of the pandemic in March, according to the California Department of Public Health.
State launches COVID-19 exposure app to help slow the spread of virus
The State of California has launched CA Notify, a free and secure digital tool that can anonymously alert users if they have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.
Delano residents say they see opportunity for community with new city council
Official election results from the 2020 election show there has been a shift in the Delano City Council, as the five-person council has a majority of members who lean progressive.
Kern County could receive first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines as early as next week, health officials say
Kern County could receive its first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines as soon as next week if the FDA approves the Pfizer vaccine this week, according to local public health officials.
Bakersfield College adopts Equitable Access and Completion Commitment
The Bakersfield College Academic Senate Board Meeting adopted Thursday The Racial Equity Commitment, a renewed commitment to equitable access and completion document outlined by Equal Opportunity and Diversity Advisory Committee.