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Promotora Symposium Provides Major Updates On Medi-Cal
Building Healthy Communities Kern held a symposium on August 11 to provide health updates on Medi-Cal and local resources.
Sol on the Street: What do Bakersfield residents want to see improved, and why does local representation matter?
Local elected officials make decisions that can have a direct impact on the communities they represent, from housing and transportation to parks, roads, and neighborhood development.
Local Author Presents Book on Arvin, Lamont, Weedpatch History
Former Arvin resident Ruth Leon Barba presented her book, Images of America: Arvin, Lamont and Weedpatch, with Mary Louise Durham, foreword by Dr.
Beyond The Dust Symposium Shines Light on Valley Fever
Valley Fever Institute at Kern Medical held its Beyond The Dust symposium on August 5, providing educational updates on the diagnosis and management of the disease.
San Joaquin Valley Air District Discusses AB 617, Air Pollution in Shafter
On August 8, the California Strategic Growth Council and Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) invited the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District to provide an update on the Valley Air Quality efforts being made in Shafter.
How Changes to Public Charge May Impact Green Card Applicants
In July, the United States Department of Homeland Security announced that it will rescind the public charge rules issued under President Joe Biden.
Community Provides Input On Child Welfare System Findings
Following last week’s Board of Supervisors meeting, community members gathered at the Boys and Girls Club on July 30 to discuss the local child welfare system.
Survey Analyzes Impacts of Immigration Raids on Farm Workers
The United Farm Workers Foundation (UFW) conducted a survey, Under the Sun and out of the Shadows, to assess the impacts of the immigration raids on undocumented farm workers.
Kern County Board Approves New Regulations for Sidewalk Vendors
On Tuesday morning, the Kern County Counsel’s Office requested that the Kern County Board of Supervisors amend the following: Chapter 5.04 and Section 19.08.450 of the ordinance code regarding sidewalk vendors and add Chapter 5.31, which the board approved with a 5-0 vote.
Arvin City Council Meeting Approved Final Major Budget Changes
The Arvin City Council approved the city’s budget on July 28 after revisions for fiscal year 2026-2027 were made in order to improve the city’s 10% financial deficit and focus on public safety.