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You Know You’re From Kern County When…
By Randy Villegas
I asked my fellow classmates and friends to finish this phrase: “You know you’re from Kern County when…” Some of these responses were pretty funny, while others shared memorable experiences from our town of Bakersfield and Kern County.
Kern Youth ‘Not Surprised’ Local Law Enforcement Named Country’s Deadliest
South Kern Sol, Randy Villegas
Ed. Note: Last week the British newspaper The Guardian published an article naming police in Kern County the deadliest in America on a per capita basis.
BHC-SK Celebrates Five Years of Building a Healthy South Kern
South Kern Sol, News Report, Randy Villegas, photos by Clara Bruno
This past weekend marked five years since the start of the Building Healthy Communities South Kern initiative.
Automated Voter Registration: Will It Help Poll Turnout?
South Kern Sol, Randy Villegas
Last month California Governor Jerry Brown signed into law the New Motor Voter Law, which will automatically register eligible voters when they apply for or renew a driver’s license at any California Department of Motor Vehicles.
Reflections on a Weekend Devoted to Youth Media
By Randy Villegas
Univision journalist and anchor Jorge Ramos, who recently gained attention for standing up to GOP Presidential contender Donald Trump, explained the work he does as “being the voice of those who don’t have a voice.”
Activists Call on Courts for Action on DACA/DAPA
South Kern Sol, Randy Villegas
Today I joined with Dolores Huerta and the Kern Coalition for Citizenship in calling for action on two federal programs that would protect thousands of families from being torn apart.
Arvin Action Park Pedals Towards Approval
South Kern Sol, News Report, Randy Villegas
There’s soon to be a new half-pipe in town.
Youth Commentary: Keep Fueling the Fire For Latino Voters
By Randy Villegas
As I approach the first presidential election that I am allowed to vote in, I realize just how much the Latino vote — my vote — matters in this race.
Youth Commentary: Kevin ‘Duck and Hide’ McCarthy
South Kern Sol, Commentary, Randy Villegas
Photo above courtesy of El Popular News
As a resident of Kern County, I am fearful that Congressman Kevin McCarthy actually has a shot at becoming the next Speaker of the House replacing the outgoing John Boehner.