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Kern residents 16 and older now eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccine
Effective immediately, all individuals 16 years old and older are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination in Kern County, Kern County Public Health announced Monday morning.
Commentary: Getting rejected of my right to a COVID-19 vaccine
In mid-February, I was eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. I work part-time at a grocery store, so I am deemed as an essential worker who works with food and agriculture.
Kern Sol News breaks down COVID-19 vaccines
As all three COVID-19 vaccines are available to more members of the public, it is important to understand how the new vaccine works against the COVID-19 virus to make an educated decision to take the vaccine.
Kern Housing Authority accepting applications for rental, utility assistance program
The Housing Authority of Kern County is now accepting applications for the Rent and Utility Assistance Program.
American Rescue Plan to lift more than half a million children in the state out of poverty, state officials say
The American Rescue Plan is estimated to lift more than half a million children across the state out of poverty, state officials said Tuesday at a press conference.
All but 6 zip codes in Kern fall in new state eligibility for COVID-19 vaccine
Governor Newsom announced anyone living in Quartile 1 or 2 of the Healthy Places Index could receive a COVID-19 vaccine, regardless of age or occupation, at the provider’s discretion.