Kern Sol News
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Is that My President?
By Nora Ramirez
On Tuesday, this country took a 360 degree turn. An unscrupulous, racist, selfish, ignorant, hateful, and whatnot man is now the 45th President of the United States.
Overcoming Barriers to Citizenship in Farmworker Communities
Coachella Uninc., News Report, Paulina Rojas
COACHELLA, Calif. — Magdalena Bentancourt has lived in the United States for 35 years but this November is the first time she has ever been able to vote.
“Why Election Day is the most important day of your life”
By Randy Villegas
Tuesday November 8,
What seems like another date…
Is actually your opportunity to determine the future, and our fate.
In a Polarized World, A Call to Common Sense and Common Bonds
South Kern Sol, Commentary, Randy Villegas
In a political season that has become so polarizing, Americans are beginning to see their world through bi-polar lenses.
Q&A: Arvin Mayoral Candidate Jose Gurrola Discusses Safety, Jobs and Education
South Kern Sol, Question and Answer, Chris Romo
Editors Note: When Jose Gurrola was elected to the Arvin City Council in 2012 he was just 19, the youngest person ever elected to public office in the city’s history.
Q&A: Arvin Mayoral Candidate Jose Flores Discusses Safety, Jobs and Parks
South Kern Sol, Question and Answer, Chris Romo and Reyna Olaguez
Editor’s Note: Three current members of the Arvin City Council are vying to be the next Mayor of Arvin.
County Planning Dept. Launches General Plan Update Effort
South Kern Sol, News Report, Staff
Last week, the Kern County Planning Department launched the county’s General Plan Update effort, a process that is expected to take two years to complete.
Celebrating the Fruits of Farmworker Overtime Pay in the Nation’s Capital
By Randy Villegas
WASHINGTON D.C. – As I did my weekly grocery shopping here in the nation’s capital, I stood in the produce section and smiled.
Candidates Need to Start Taking South Kern More Seriously
South Kern Sol, Commentary, Clara Bruno
I recently attended a candidates forum hosted by the Dolores Huerta Foundation (DHF) at the David Head Center in Lamont.
Music Video Puts the Spotlight on Gang Violence in Kern
South Kern Sol, Question and Answer, Staff
Ed. Note: When Danny Morrison launched a music video last month on social media featuring a handful of local artists and musicians, Kern County was on track to hit a record number of homicides for the year.