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Lagina brothers keep defying ‘Curse of Oak Island’

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The team behind the past 13 seasons of the History Channel series “The Curse of Oak Island” may have not found a bounty of treasure during all their excavations but they certainly have discovered a load of hope, determination, fascination and optimism. There have been numerous small finds over the past […]

Bakersfield, CA · 2d

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Bakersfield prepares for 2026 Veteran's Day parade

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Veteran's Day Parade will be taking over Downtown tomorrow. The festivities begin with a free breakfast for veterans at 6:30 a.m. followed by the parade at 10 a.m. Ricardo Ybarra, representing Bakersfield American Legion Post 26, joined Eyewitness News Mornings to discuss the...

Bakersfield, CA · 2d

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WATCH: Porterville’s Veterans Day Parade for 2026

Porterville is scheduled to host its annual massive Veterans Day Parade on Main Street starting at 10 a.m., featuring co-host Eric Rucker from KSEE24.

Porterville, CA · 1d

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Mosh Pit, the Mexican Black Kingsnake, joining CALM Zoo

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — There is a new member joining the CALM Zoo family. Introducing, Mosh Pit! Mosh Pit is a Mexican Black Kingsnake, who has joined the Zoo’s Reptile House. The Zoo said Mosh Pit has “striking” and “beautiful” glossy black scales. The type of snake, which Zoo officials say is not venomous, is […]

Bakersfield, CA · 2d

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2026 Thanksgiving Turkey Distributions & Community Meals

Looking for a Thanksgiving meal, a turkey for your family, or a way to connect with your community?. This season, organizations across Kern County are offering free holiday meals, food distributions, and turkey giveaways to help make Thanksgiving brighter for local residents. Take a look at the events below and find support, fellowship, and holiday spirit close to home.

Kern County, CA · 1d

Porterville Recorder

Veterans Day Parade is Wednesday

The entire community will again come out to celebrate its veterans on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11. The day will begin with the annual City of Porterville Veterans Day Run and Walk at 7:30 a.m. in front of City Hall. Cost for the 5K and 10K run and walk is $30 and $10 for veterans and all military active duty personnel. To sign up for the Veterans Day Run & Walk visit the Parks and Leisure page at: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Porterville/VeteransDayRunRace.

Porterville, CA · 3d

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‘Drummer Boy’ task was to make big film on small budget

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — “Drummer Boy” deals with a variety of storylines. There is the central story of Jeremiah (Joel Smallbone) and his impulsive younger brother Benjamin (Lucas Leach) who end up on opposite sides of the American Revolution. Then there is the romance angle with Jeremiah who longs for the affections of the cold […]

Bakersfield, CA · 3d

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Bakersfield Band Goes to LA

Local Indie bands Limerence and Andy Marcus performed at a backyard show in Pomona, California, on October 16th. The show was free and drew a crowd of around 150 at its peak, with everyone, including the audience and band members, sporting extravagant Halloween costumes. Local Indie bands popped up on...

Pomona, CA · 7d

Bakersfield Now

Media Music Jam returns with new plans after Buck Owens' Crystal Palace closure

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — An annual Bakersfield music fundraiser is preparing for a different kind of celebration this year following the closure of one of the city's most recognizable entertainment venues. Media Music Jam is returning, but organizers are making changes after the closure of Buck Owens' Crystal Palace,...

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Texas Tornado Tradition Hits Bakersfield's Nile Theater for Year's Final Show

Bakersfield's Nile Theater will host Texas Tornado Tradition on Saturday at 8 p.m., a concert blending classic Tex-Mex hits with new material in what the band says will be its final performance of the year. The show brings together two of the few remaining original members of the legendary Texas Tornados alongside a newer Kern County resident eager to put his own stamp on the group's sound.

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Bakersfield prepares to honor local veterans with annual Veterans Day parade

The Bakersfield community is preparing to come together to honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces with a Veterans Day celebration featuring a parade, breakfast and community lunch. The annual event provides an opportunity for residents to recognize local veterans, thank them for...

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Jimmy Stewart biopic hits the screen and actor’s No. 1 fans from Bakersfield are ready and excited

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – There was always something warmly familiar about that tall, slender, soft-spoken man on the big screen. Something humble, kind and approachable. Something about the actor Jimmy Stewart that struck Robyn Fargo Garibaldi as fatherly. As in, her father. And one day almost 40 years ago she got the courage to tell […]

Bakersfield, CA · 7d

Porterville Recorder

Atchley to serve as this year's Veterans Day Grand Marshal

While Bob Atchley is obviously honored to be this year's Grand Marshal of the Veterans Day festivities and realizes the responsibility that carries, he said the distinction wasn't about that. "I'm honored and it is a recognition," Atchley said. Atchley then added, "But I'm not a person to accept" a...

Porterville, CA · 6d

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‘Chicago Fire’ reaches major television milestone

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Reaching 300 episodes is a major milestone for a television series. To be fair, in this age of quick cancellations, reaching three episodes is becoming a milestone. But, NBC’s “Chicago Fire” has generated enough heat with audiences to allow it to reach that 300 mark at 9 p.m. Nov. 4. When […]

Bakersfield, CA · 8d

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Jerry Seinfeld set to perform at Dignity Health Theater

Legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld is set to perform at Bakersfield's Dignity Health Theater next April and tickets are on sale soon, show promoters announced.

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Texas Tornado Tradition brings Tex-Mex classics and new sounds to Bakersfield

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Texas Tornado Tradition is bringing its signature sound to Bakersfield, with an original band member keeping its music alive. You may recognize their most popular titles, “Hey Baby, Que Paso” and “Who Were You Thinking Of.” The eight-piece band soared to popularity in the early 90s, even winning a Grammy for […]

Bakersfield, CA · 7d

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The California Living Museum Expansion Plan

The California Living Museum could undergo a major expansion as part of a long-term plan that would add new animal habitats and facilities. CALM’s Campus Master Plan outlines a 20-year timeline for future development. The projects are divided into three stages covering years 0–7, 8–15, and 16–20. The plan focuses on expanding animal habitats, improving wildlife rehabilitation facilities, and creating new educational and visitor spaces.

Kern County, CA · 8d

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Kara Killmer found ‘Jimmy’ to be next acting challenge

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Kara Killmer’s 10-year run on “Chicago Fire” came with a natural place for her character of Sylvie Brett to depart in 2024. The timing was right because the Texas native was interested in expanding her acting challenges. She found what she was looking for with the script for “Jimmy.” The biopic […]

Bakersfield, CA · 7d

Porterville Recorder

Bailey Makes Regionals for second straight year

Porterville HIgh sophomore Allison Bailey qualified for the Southern California Regional Championships for the second straight year after placing fifth at the Central Section Championship on Monday at San Joaquin Country Club. Bailed fired a 6-over par 78 for her fifth place finish. The top 12 finishers not on qualifying...

Porterville, CA · 8d

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