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Líderes Campesinas Organizes Drive-Through Food Distribution
On Jan. 10, Líderes Campesinas will host a community food drive at St. John the Evangelist Parish Hall, located at 1130 9th St.
McFarland Breaks Ground on First Police Department and Community Center
On Dec. 16, the City of McFarland and its partners held a groundbreaking ceremony announcing the construction of McFarland’s first dedicated police department and community center, located at the corner of Taylor and Mast.
State Agencies Seek Public Input on Proposed Aquifer Exemption Expansion Near Bakersfield
The California Department of Conservation, Geologic Energy Management Division (CALGEM), with the pending agreement from the State Water Resources Control Board, is reviewing a proposal to expand the area of an aquifer that is already exempt from certain groundwater protections.
Bakersfield Seeks Public Input in Search for New Police Chief
The city of Bakersfield is asking residents to share their views on what qualities they want to see in the next chief of police as longtime Chief Greg Terry prepares to retire this spring.
GET Plans Faster Route 21 Service, Launch of Downtown–Old Town Shuttle in 2026
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.
Fuller Acres celebrates opening of Kern County’s first pocket park
Kern County officials and community members celebrated the opening of Fuller Acres Park on Oct. 3, marking a milestone for a neighborhood that had long sought a safe public space.