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Public Works to Host Community Meeting about Grant Proposal for Alfred Harrel Bike Lane
On May 14, the Kern County Public Works will be hosting a community meeting at Hart Park at 6:00 p.m.
Community Leaders Discuss Proposed 90% Budget Cut to CalFood Program
Bakersfield College (BC) Renegade Nexus Pantry and Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) hosted a press conference with the California Association of Food Banks to discuss the need for continued funding of the CalFood Program.
Bakersfield Community Members Attend Rally for May Day
Community members gathered in downtown Bakersfield on May 1 for a May Day (International Workers’ Day) rally.
Final Public Hearing Scheduled on Sewer Rate Increase
The City of Bakersfield will hold another public hearing regarding the proposed sewer rate increases on May 13 in the City Hall Chambers at 5:15 p.m.,
Discussion Highlights Healing And Collective Action Beyond One Leader
Thursday, the Kegely Institute with CSU Bakersfield held a town hall meeting for students and community members to discuss their emotions and thoughts surrounding Cesar Chavez and the allegations of sexual assault.
Black Healing Summit Returns to Bakersfield
Community Interventions’ fourth annual Black Healing Summit will return to Kern County Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 18, bringing a day of community-centered healing, culture, and connection to Bakersfield.