Victoria Rodgers
Victoria Rodgers is an editor and reporter for Kern Sol News. Born in Bakersfield, CA, she received her Bachelor of Arts in English from Rockford University in Illinois. She can be reached at victoria@southkernsol.org. Posts by Victoria Rodgers:
Turning Point USA Presentation Draws Division At Board Meeting
A presentation from student leaders affiliated with Turning Point USA sparked both praise and sharp criticism during Tuesday night’s Board of Education meeting, as community members weighed in on the organization’s presence and influence in local schools.
How Kern County’s Differential Response Program Focuses On Prevention
In Kern County, a program designed to support families before situations escalate is reshaping how child abuse prevention is approached by focusing on early intervention, stability, and access to resources rather than punishment or removing children from their homes.
Kern County Leaders Highlight Widespread Impact Of Sexual Violence
Community leaders, advocates, and law enforcement officials gathered Tuesday morning to mark Sexual Assault Awareness Month, highlighting how sexual violence impacts children, law enforcement cases, and survivors navigating the legal system while calling for stronger partnerships across Kern County.
No Kings Protest Draws Hundreds to Downtown Bakersfield
Hundreds of people gathered Saturday to participate in the nationwide No Kings protest, where attendees shared their concerns about the current political climate, civil rights, and immigration enforcement policies.
Arvin Expands Renewable Energy With New Solar Installation
The City of Arvin has unveiled a new solar energy project at its wastewater treatment plant, marking a significant step toward reducing costs and greenhouse gas emissions while improving infrastructure reliability for the community.
Hydrogen Project Planned for Fuller Acres Sparks Community Concern
A proposed hydrogen energy project at a long-standing Kern County refinery is raising concerns among residents and environmental advocates, who say the development could increase pollution, strain local resources, and proceed without proper environmental review.
Dolores Huerta Speaks Out, Details Abuse Allegations Against Cesar Chavez
Civil rights leader Dolores Huerta has come forward with detailed allegations of sexual abuse against Cesar Chavez, sharing her story as broader allegations against the late labor leader continue to emerge.
UFW Pulls Out of Cesar Chavez Day Events Amid Abuse Allegations
The United Farm Workers (UFW) Foundation announced Tuesday morning that it will not participate in upcoming Cesar Chavez Day events following what it described as “deeply troubling allegations” involving its late co-founder, Cesar Chavez.
Proposal to Expand Drilling Sparks Concern Over Pollution
As the deadline for public comments closes Friday, environmental justice advocates are urging San Joaquin Valley residents to weigh in on a federal proposal they say could expand oil and gas drilling across large portions of Central California’s public lands.
New Trees and Safety Upgrades Planned for MLK Boulevard Corridor
A major streetscape project planned for southeast Bakersfield aims to make the Martin Luther King Jr.