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Monthly Archives: June 2023
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District and the Clean Air Rooms are offering free air purifiers
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District and the Clean Air Rooms program are offering free air purifiers to residents in disadvantaged communities to help reduce the harmful effects of wildfire smoke.
California Department of Technology launches survey to identify equity barriers in the digital divide
In an effort to understand and address equity barriers in a digital environment, the California Department of Technology launched an online survey.
Bakersfield community wants to stay involved in decision-making as the city switches to renewable energy
The Kern Coalition and the organizations that comprise the group hosted another meeting in the educational series for all Energy: The Time Is Now.
Arvin embraces renewable energy: city to host inaugural Clean Energy Fair to combat air pollution
On June 24, the City of Arvin will be hosting its first-ever Arvin Clean Energy Fair to promote renewable energy and energy efficiency from 10 a.m.
Bakersfield City Council urged to adopt a $1 million budget to protect tenants
With the June 14 Bakersfield city budget meeting looming, a local organization and the campaign they’re a partner in have urged the City to adopt a budget to protect its tenants.
North Kern South Tulare Hospital District offers free CNA classes in Delano
A no-cost 12-week program is being offered at the Delano District Skilled Nursing Facility to provide interested parties with a chance to receive their Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.
McFarland Community Health Center reopens with expanded services
On Saturday, Clinica Sierra Vista celebrated its grand reopening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newly renovated McFarland Community Health Center.
Ways to maintain children’s mental and physical health over the Summer
As Summer vacation is starting, many children welcome a lot of free time. While spending the day binging a new show or playing video games may be tempting, it’s important to stay active.
Delano hosts job fest and offers free CNA classes
The community of Delano will be hosting a job fest on June 15 and will be offering free certified nursing assistant classes.
Community unites to create colorful mural on historic Woolworth Building
This Memorial Day weekend the Kern community celebrated the culmination of a community effort to plan and paint a mural on the sides of Bakersfield’s historic Woolworth building.