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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The southbound Highway 99 off-ramp to Stockdale Highway is scheduled to close permanently Nov. 20, according to the City of Bakersfield. The city said the closure is part of the Centennial Corridor Project and the Thomas Roads Improvement Program, which includes improvements to the Highway 58 and 99 interchange. The city and Caltrans said the closure is consistent with state safety standards and will “enhance safety for the traveling public.”
California has been hiding something from you, and honestly, it’s a little rude. Tucked just south of Bakersfield, Wind Wolves Preserve is one of the largest privately owned nature preserves in the United States, and most Californians have absolutely no idea it exists. Let that sink in for a...
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, Calif. (KGET) — We’re kicking up a little dust on 17 News at Sunrise because the Bakersfield College Rodeo is returning to the Kern County Fairgrounds. We had a full lineup of guests to wrangle today from Bakersfield College Rodeo to tell us what fans can expect including advisor Julie Towse, athlete Macy Hamer, […]
It’s a classic piece of kitschy roadside architecture on Chester Avenue in Bakersfield. If you’re driving by it for the first time, you might even do a double-take. The story of Bakersfield’s Big Shoe, today on KVPR’s Central Valley Roots. Located at 931 Chester Avenue at...
