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Zero Tolerance = Zero Results

February 18, 2016 / By

By Jesse Aguilar

California schools have traditionally operated under the zero tolerance approach to student behavior.

Residents Voice Concerns Over Lamont PUD’s Plan B

February 17, 2016 / By

South Kern Sol, News Report, Clara Bruno

Water is always a sensitive issue for residents of Lamont.

Residents Celebrate Sixth Annual Live the Challenge Kick Off

February 13, 2016 / By

South Kern Sol, News Report, Yesenia Aguilar

Dozens turned out Jan. 28 for the kick off of Building Healthy Communities South Kern sixth annual Live the Challenge event, which aims to encourage residents of South Kern to embrace healthier lifestyles one pledge at a time.

A Cause Worth Trimming For

February 11, 2016 / By

By Lynette Layus

For years I have kept extremely long hair going past my waist. I had been meaning to have it cut for months, but it wasn’t until recently that I finally decided to go ahead with it.

Prop. 47 Can Turn 2016 into the ‘Year of Mercy’

February 11, 2016 / By

South Kern Sol, Commentary, Joey Williams

Pope Francis has declared 2016 the “Year of Mercy,” and that could not be more true for hundreds of people across California who are being redeemed by Prop 47.

Youth Summit Focuses on Student Rights, School Funding

January 26, 2016 / By

South Kern Sol, News Report, Randy Villegas

Several dozen students from around Kern County gathered last week for an event focused on educating them about their rights as students, including how they can use the state’s new school funding formula to hold their own schools more accountable.

Covered California Open Enrollment Events, Jan. 21 & 31

January 21, 2016 / By

South Kern Sol, Staff

With just day until the close of Covered California open enrollment, community groups have come together to help Kern residents enroll by the January 31 deadline.

Residents Invited to Discuss Lamont’s Wastewater Plan, Jan. 26

January 21, 2016 / By

Lamont and Weedpatch residents who have been working on wastewater issues for five years will finally have a chance to review the findings of an independent study of Lamont Public Utilities District’s (LPUD) plans, and ensure that the study’s recommendations are implemented to protect community health.

Youth Summit and Talent Show, Jan. 22

January 15, 2016 / By

Students, mark your calendars for a Youth Summit and Talent Show to be held Jan. 22, from 11 a.m.