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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.
How the Prohousing Designation Program Can Assist with Affordable Housing
The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department hosted a virtual workshop to provide information on the county’s prohousing designation, awarded by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
Challengers Baseball Expands Access to Sports for Special Needs Youth in McFarland
A youth league baseball coach in McFarland is working to expand access to sports for children and young adults with disabilities in a community where representation for youth with special needs often goes underrepresented.
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.
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.