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Environment
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The rare Bakersfield cactus blooms at Panorama Vista Preserve
The Bakersfield cactus, a rare plant that once grew all over Kern County, is in its blooming season at the Panorama Vista Preserve.
The preserve is located just below the Bakersfield’s bluffs and is a 930-acre non-profit conservation area dedicated to restoring native plants and protecting local wildlife for over 25 years.
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Environmental groups and water agencies present their arguments at the 5th Appellate Court in Fresno
On March 20, a hearing was held at the 5th District Court of Appeals in Fresno, where attorneys presented arguments to Judges Detjen, Peña Jr., and Snauffer regarding the preliminary injunction issued in 2023.
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First in the state pesticide alert system launches in Shafter
For over ten years farmworkers have advocated for the ‘Right to Know,’ movement demanding that they be alerted when harmful pesticides will be sprayed around their communities asking for an online alerting system.
Bakersfield residents rally to bring water back to the Kern River
Bakersfield residents gathered on Saturday, March 15, to participate in the March for the River, an event aimed at raising awareness about water diversion issues affecting the Kern River.
Hart Park erosion worsens: Scientist says maintenance needed to protect the riverbank
Hart Park is Bakersfield’s only park along the river, offering nature and recreation for the community.
Panorama Vista Preserve: A hidden gem in Bakersfield
Just below the Bakersfield’s bluffs, the Panorama Vista Preserve is a 930-acre non-profit conservation area dedicated to restoring native plants and protecting local wildlife.