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McFarland Proclaims April Autism Acceptance Month
At Wednesday evening’s City Council meeting, McFarland proclaimed April 2026 as Autism Acceptance Month, a proclamation that was first brought to the council’s attention by parents advocating for inclusive events not just for their children but for the special needs community of McFarland as a whole.
McFarland Mayor Highlights City’s Progress and Key Investments
The City of McFarland held its third annual State of the City Address and Business Award ceremony on Friday evening, highlighting numerous accomplishments achieved in the last year.
McFarland City Council Voices Support for Dignity Act Immigration Reform Bill
The City of McFarland held its bimonthly City Council meeting on Wednesday evening, during which council members expressed their support for the Dignidad Act, H.R.
McFarland Awarded Funds to Launch North Kern Innovation Hub
Among the recipients of Kern County’s Catalyst Projects is the city of McFarland, Mujeres Activas, and the McFarland Community Foundation, which will receive a $359,000 fund to launch the North Kern Innovation Hub.
Federal Child Care Funding Freeze Affects State Programs and Service Delivery
On Jan. 6, 2026, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) moved to freeze access to major federal programs that support child care subsidies and family services.
Anvros Gym Expands Community Focused Health and Fitness Efforts in McFarland
For many residents residing in McFarland, consistent access to a gym has been limited by cost, distance, and availability.
Sol On The Street: Small Businesses Reflect on the Year
Kern Sol News spoke to small local businesses in Delano and McFarland to ask a few questions: What accomplishments are they proud of this year, and what do they hope to accomplish by the end of next year?
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.
The House of Hope Prepares to Launch Their First Community Toy Drive
The House of Hope, a ministry of the Church of the Living Savior, is preparing for the debut of its first Christmas toy drive on Dec.
House of Hope Announces Next Food Distribution For Local Residents
In a continued effort to serve local families in need, the House of Hope, a ministry of the Church of the Living Savior, is preparing to host their next food drive on Dec.