Haley Duval

Haley is a reporter for Kern Sol News since December of 2023. She was born and raised in East Bakersfield and went to Foothill High School. Haley studied Journalism at Bakersfield College. When Haley is not reporting, she enjoys writing poetry, reading, traveling and spending time with friends and family. She can be reach at haley@southkernsol.org.

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March 4 Liberty: Community members protests against Trump Administration’s policies”

March 4, 2025 / By

A crowd of community members gathered for the “March 4 Liberty” protest to stand against policies introduced by the Trump Administration, joining the nationwide “50-50-1 Movement,” which represents 50 protests in 50 states united under one cause, at Liberty Bell in downtown Bakersfield on March 4.

‘Fix Kern Now!’: Kern County workers rally ahead of March 5 strike at Board of Supervisors meeting

February 26, 2025 / By

Kern County workers represented by SEIU Local 521 will participate in a 24-hour strike on March 5 in response to staffing shortages, working conditions, and the lack of resources allocated to public services. 

“Lives are on the line”: Community demands Congressman Valadao protect Medi-Cal 

February 24, 2025 / By

Community members rallied in front of Congressman David Valadao’s office to oppose proposed cuts to Medi-Cal (Medicaid) on February 24.

Sheriff Donny Youngblood believes ‘Deal was made’ before Zach Scrivner’s hearing

February 21, 2025 / By

In the interview with KGET, Kern County Sheriff Donny Youngblood shared his disappointment on the charges against former Kern County supervisor Zach Scrivner by the California Department of Justice. 

Kern County Library Bookmobile relaunches to serve rural communities

February 20, 2025 / By
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The ribbon cutting ceremony for the relaunch of the Kern County Library Bookmobile, February 20, 2025 at Greenacres Park.

Felony complaint filed against former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner

February 20, 2025 / By

Last Friday former Kern County Second District Supervisor Zack Scrivner was charged with five felony counts including three counts of willful cruelty to a child (Penal Code 273A(A)) and two counts of possession of an assault rifle (Penal Code 30605), which he pleaded guilty to all five counts. 

Sewer line project set to transform Southeast Bakersfield with housing and economic growth

February 17, 2025 / By

City officials, community leaders, and funding partners held a celebration of the installation of a new sewer line along South MLK Boulevard in Southeast Bakersfield, last week. 

Zack Scrivner pleads not guilty to child cruelty and firearm charges

February 14, 2025 / By

Former Kern County Second District Supervisor Zack Scrivner, who is charged with five felony counts including three counts of willful cruelty to a child (Penal Code 273A(A)) and two counts of possession of an assault rifle (Penal Code 30605) has pleaded not guilty to all five charges. 

Zack Scrivner faces felony charges after investigation by State DOJ

February 14, 2025 / By

After months of investigation by the California Department of Justice, former Kern County Second District Supervisor Zack Scrivner has been formally charged on Friday with five felony counts including three counts of willful cruelty to a child (Penal Code 273A(A)) and two counts of possession of an assault rifle (Penal Code 30605).   

Arvin celebrates grand opening of new Bakersfield College center

February 11, 2025 / By
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The Bakersfield College Arvin Educational Center officially opened, marking a historic moment for the city of Arvin and its residents.