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Monthly Archives: February 2022
‘We are no longer being silent when we’re being left out’: Nick Hill shares his story
Editor’s Note: To celebrate Black History Month, Kern Sol News is highlighting notable Black leaders in Kern County who are working to create positive change in their community.
Jessica Grimes: An advocate for students and her community
Editor’s Note: To celebrate Black History Month, Kern Sol News is highlighting notable Black leaders in Kern County who are working to create positive change in their community.
Local organization bringing Black History celebration to Bakersfield
On Saturday, February 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., All of Us or None (AOUON) will be hosting their inaugural Black History Social Justice Celebration at MLK Park.
Gavin Newsom allocates $83 million for CSUB’s Energy and Innovation Building
California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) will lead new directions in the use of renewable energy with the new Energy and Innovations building.
New COVID-19 testing bill announced in California
Senator Richard Pan announced a new bill that would require California school districts to create COVID-19 testing plans for students and staff in case of future outbreaks.
Assemblymember Rudy Salas introduces bill, which would provide $50 million in grant funds to teachers who work at and live near underserved, understaffed schools
Assemblymember Rudy Salas (D-Bakersfield) introduced AB 2489, which would provide $50 million in grant funds to teachers who work at and live near underserved and understaffed schools.
Governor Newsom unveils SMARTER Plan, charting California’s path forward on COVID-19 pandemic response
As California emerges from the Omicron surge, Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled Thursday the state’s SMARTER Plan, the next phase of California’s pandemic response.
23ABC announces new news director
On Wednesday, 23ABC announced that News Leader Veronica Placencia was being promoted to news director effective immediately.
Latest COVID-19 facts announced as cases decline
As COVID-19 and Omicron cases are seemingly declining from their peak level in January, so are the numbers in hospitalization.
Humans of Kern County: Luis Luna
Kern Sol News’ new segment “Humans of Kern County” aims to share the stories of the people who make up our community.