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Environment
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Arvin City Council approves development of cannabis manufacturing facility
The Arvin City Council unanimously approved last week the development of a cannabis manufacturing facility.
The council approved the development agreement between the City of Arvin, FSBT Holdings, and Jam Realty Holdings, the owner of the property, for the development of a commercial cannabis operation, located on South Derby Street.
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Governor expands drought emergency proclamation, now covering 50 California counties
The Governor announced Thursday that California is expanding the drought emergency proclamation to include nine more counties, now covering 50 of the state’s 58 counties.
Governor Gavin Newsom held a press conference to discuss the state’s emergency response, preparations for a potential third dry year and proposed investments to address immediate needs and build long-term water resilience.
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Activists urge officials to develop pesticide notification system
More than 200 million pounds of pesticides are used in California each year, and with 3 million of those pounds being used within a 7 mile radius of Shafter, pesticides remains at the top of the list of pollutants of greatest concern to Shafter residents.
Kern gets special mention in Gov. Newsom’s May budget revision to achieve carbon neutrality
On Friday, May 14th, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom proposed a revision to the 2021-2022 budget plan.
Housing advocate raises awareness of tenant rights during pandemic before funding ends next month
Emma De La Rosa grew up in public housing apartments off of Edison Highway and Oswell.
Drought conditions worsening across California and in Kern County
California is in the midst of its second consecutive dry year, pushing the state to the brink of another drought.