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Community Calls on County to Still Inspect Detention Centers
During the Kern County Board of Supervisors meeting, the Public Health Department gave an update on inspections conducted at detention centers in Kern County and on the county’s authority.
Community Gathers Outside Valadao Office To Protest Health Care Cuts
On June 30, residents, healthcare workers, and community advocates protested outside Valadao’s office to urge Representative David Valadao, who serves Congressional District 22, to change his vote on defunding public health care.
Parents Address Barriers They Faced Navigating the School System, Resources that Helped
Photo from PIQE Retreat from PIQE website.
Parents gathered at a retreat with the Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) to address the importance of advocating for their children in the school system and the difference that resources can make.
Bakersfield City Council Increases Tree Canopy Allocation in Budget to 500k
The Bakersfield City Council approved the city budget on Wednesday night. During the public comment portion of the city council meeting, several community members spoke about the city budget, expressing concerns about the tree canopy.
Black History is American History: Community Members Discuss Juneteenth
There are three flags used for Juneteenth, but one was created specifically for the holiday. It is a red, white, and blue flag that was created in 1997 by Ben Haith.
Kern Public Health Expands HIV Awareness
Kern County Public Health is partnering with the Center for Sexuality and Gender Diversity to host a free Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) testing clinic on June 24 in recognition of National HIV Testing Day.
NY Times Article Exposes Culture of Rape and Abuse in UFW Past
A recent New York Times article goes deeper into the allegations of sexual assault against Cesar Chavez that they reported earlier this year.
Community Schools Advocates Remain Hopeful Towards the End of State Budget Cycle
Monday, the California legislature voted to pass the state budget by the June 15 deadline; however, negotiations continue until Governor Newsom signs the budget on July 1.
Residents Advocate For Restoring the Tree Canopy
Community members attended the city council meeting last week to address concerns with the Rancho Tree Trimming contract.
Proposed City Budget to Allocate $3 Million to MLK Park
Community members have been seeking updates on the revitalization project for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.