Stories by Issue
Monthly Archives: February 2024
McFarland student advocates for more focus on creativity in English classes
By Dulce Valenzuela
In the U.S., there is a nationwide emphasis on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education.
AI in music: a harmony of creativity and concerns
By Dianeli Nevarez
The music industry is something that has always been powered by humans, driven by our creativity and self-expression.
Empowering Tomorrow’s Adults: navigating the debate on integrating life skills into high school education
By Kevin Hernandez
In a time when students finishing high school are dealing with a more complicated world as they become adults, there is a growing request for school lessons to go beyond the usual subjects and cover the practical aspects of future adult life.
Delano local puts spotlight on the community through sports media
By Luis-Angel Gonzalez
Despite high school sports garnering a wide audience, smaller agriculture-based communities like Kern County tend to be underrepresented.
Y2LEF empowers Kern County students with scholarships, offers opportunities for higher education
From now until March 2, the Youth 2 Leaders Education Foundation (Y2LEF) will accept applications for their Kern County students’ scholarship program.
Love Stories: From Bumble Matches to Timeless Bonds
Love at first Bumble for Jackie and Bryce:
Jackie Gutierrez and Bryce Fussy both have busy work schedules but that doesn’t stop them from showing up for each other.
Kern Family Health Care hosts community event in Delano to enhance healthcare access and quality
In Delano, California, Kern Family Health Care organized a community event with the main objective of gaining deeper insights into the unique experiences of members and communities in the Northern region of Kern County, including Delano, McFarland, Shafter, Wasco, and Lost Hills.
Bakersfield Recovery Services Food Distribution
Bakersfield Recovery Services is hosting, “Nourishing Neighborhoods”, their food distribution event at the Arredondo Multi Service Center.
Sen. Republicans Propose Bill to Count Only U.S. Citizens in 2030 Census, Stirring Debate on Representation and Immigration Policy
Senate Republicans have announced they have introduced a bill that will only require U.S. citizens to be counted in the next census count in 2030.
Free fitness and nutrition classes making their way into Bakersfield
Starting tomorrow, February 8, the Kern County Public Health Department will begin hosting its Know Your Numbers Program in Bakersfield at the Bakersfield Community House at Mill Creek Park.