Dana Carrillo
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“We have a safe space now”: Loud for Tomorrow opens its first office
The newest addition to Delano’s Business Center on Main Street is Loud for Tomorrow’s first official office.
McKinley Elementary combats low attendance rates with Walk to School event
McKinley Elementary School students, parents, guardians, and teachers were welcomed to class by Bakersfield High School’s (BHS) cheer team and community volunteers.
Local entrepreneur inspires wellness revolution through microgreens: the story of Ivan Isidoro and Evolution Greens
“Is it good for us?” This is a question Ivan Isidoro asked himself while thinking back on all the reasons he started his microgreens and edible flowers business.
Protestors against ICE detention centers and GEO Group demand action
In San Francisco and Fresno, protests were held by the California Collaborative for Immigrant Justice, survivors of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention, and other organizations at the ICE offices.
Young Invincibles launches survey to assess student basic needs at California universities
With a goal to understand the gaps in services or resources for students, Young Invincibles (YI) have launched a Basic Needs Survey for any students who attend a California State University (CSU), community college, or University of California (UC) school.
Break the stigma: youth-led event promotes mental health awareness
On August 2, the nonprofit Children First ended their summer high school internship program with a week of daily events showcasing students’ community projects.
CAPK and Faith in the Valley join hands to tackle rising water bills in McFarland
On August 1, the Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) held a Rural Communities Water and Utilities Bill Assistance event in partnership with Faith in the Valley (FIV).
Free resources for BC and CSUB students
California State University (CSUB) of Bakersfield and Bakersfield College (BC) are two of the more well-known higher education institutions that offer Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees plus support for transferring students.
Independent Living Center of Kern County hosts annual ADA Conference
On July 26th this year, there will be a conference hosted by the Independent Living Center of Kern County in honor of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being signed into law on that same day back in 1990.
District 5 and Kern-Kaweah Sierra Club Chapter host a Take a Look Tour to show officials that action is needed
On July 10 the Take a Look Tour took place highlighting the current disrepair county parks are in.