Kern County

La Colonia Park transforms vacant lot into new community hub in Shafter

November 8, 2025 / By

What was once a vacant lot in Shafter has been transformed into a vibrant community space with the grand opening of La Colonia Park, celebrated on Friday.

Community Webinar to Discuss Ten Commandments Proposal in Schools

November 2, 2025 / By

Local parents, educators, community members and the grassroots group 50501 Bakersfield are organizing a free webinar on Wednesday, Nov.

GET Plans Faster Route 21 Service, Launch of Downtown–Old Town Shuttle in 2026

October 22, 2025 / By

Golden Empire Transit (GET) held a public hearing Tuesday to gather community input on proposed service changes set to begin in January 2026, including increased weekday bus frequency and a new downtown shuttle route.

‘We Gather Not in Despair, but in Defiance,’ Speakers Tell Bakersfield ‘No Kings’ Rally

October 18, 2025 / By

Hundreds of community members gathered Saturday at Mill Creek Park in Bakersfield for the “No Kings” rally, part of a nationwide event promoting equality, justice, and civic participation.

Vigil for Palestinians contrasts with Charlie Kirk memorial in Bakersfield 

September 17, 2025 / By

A protest rally and vigil in support of Palestinians was held Tuesday evening at The Park at River Walk in Bakersfield, at the same time and location where a memorial event for conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was organized.

Latination 12 returns to Bakersfield with art, music and culture

September 7, 2025 / By

Live music performing during Latination 12 on Sept. 5, 2025, in downtown Bakersfield. (Crystal Navarro/Kern Sol News) 

A long-running Bakersfield arts festival made its return to Downtown Bakersfield, to celebrate Latino culture, music and art.