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:
Attorney General updates policies to protect immigrant communities
Amid increased threats to California’s immigrant communities, Attorney General Rob Bonta released updated model policies and recommendations to guide public institutions in complying with California law, which limits state and local participation in immigration enforcement activities.
Jumpstart college savings this holiday season with ScholarShare 529
California families can jumpstart their college savings this holiday season with a $50 bonus. ScholarShare 529, the state’s official college savings plan, offers a $50 Target gift card to those who open a new account between December 4 and December 13, 2024.
Kern Family Health Care brings holiday cheer with free community event
Mark your calendars! Kern Family Health Care invites the community to a heartwarming holiday celebration at its annual “Winter Wellness Wonderland.”
Governor Newsom highlights job creation efforts in Kern County
Governor Gavin Newsom visited a sustainable, low-emissions cement plant in Lebec yesterday as part of his push to expand job opportunities in California’s environmentally friendly industries.
Governor Newsom unveils California Jobs First Economic Blueprint to drive regional job growth
Photo from Governor Newsom’s livestream yesterday.
Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled the California Jobs First Economic Blueprint yesterday, introducing a plan to create good-paying jobs and boost regional economic growth by leveraging local strengths.
Farmworker communities protest “separate and unequal” regulation of cancer-causing pesticide
Farmworker communities across California are condemning the Department of Pesticide Regulation’s (DPR) new draft rule on the cancer-causing pesticide 1,3-dichloropropene (1,3-D).
Community gathers to honor Prince Michael Banner
On Tuesday evening, community members gathered in solemn remembrance of 15-year-old Prince Michael Banner, who tragically lost his life in a recent shooting at the Marketplace shopping center in Bakersfield.
Linnell-Brahma Park opens, bringing new opportunities to Southeast Bakersfield
On November 7, Bakersfield welcomed its newest green space with the grand opening of Linnell-Brahma Park, a $5.5 million addition that brings a refreshing green space to the city’s southeast neighborhood at 6210 Brahma Street.
Shelter-in-place order issued east of Taft
The Kern County Fire Department has issued a shelter-in-place order due to a hazardous materials (HAZMAT) release occurring east of Taft.
Kern County Election Day: your guide to polling places, ballot choices, and drop-off locations
As Kern County heads to the polls tomorrow, voters will have the chance to make their voices heard in key local, state, and national races.