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Community members react to planned Stockdale Highway off-ramp closure

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.”

Bakersfield, CA · 3d

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A McFarland Couple Spent About $15,000 on a Front-Yard Play Area for Their Daughter, Then a City Inspector Red-Tagged It Once the Concrete Was Dry

A McFarland, California couple says about $15,000 is at risk after the city red-tagged concrete poured as a play area for their 3-year-old daughter.

Mcfarland, CA · 18h

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Bakersfield Pitches Itself as Next Industrial Hub at Kern Capital Summit

Wonderful Logistics Center — Major Logistics Project Under Construction. Kern County’s bid to attract industrial investment depends on more than available land: summit speakers also pointed to labor, transportation and electrical power as factors in site decisions. Those questions were part of the discussion this week at the second annual Unbound Kern Capital Summit, where more than 200 investors, site selectors, local politicians and economic development officials gathered as organizers pitched the region for industrial growth.

Bakersfield, CA · 2d

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Hike And Camp For Free At This Hidden 93,000-Acre California Wildlife Preserve

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, CA · 3d

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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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Back on the saddle: Bakersfield College Rodeo returns to the fairgrounds

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, […]

Bakersfield, CA · 19h

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Kern County Farm Bureau Warns Golden Mussels Threaten California Water Infrastructure and Agriculture

On today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, Rachel Nettleton, Executive Director of the Kern County Farm Bureau, joined Nick Papagni to discuss a growing threat to California’s agricultural water infrastructure, mounting production costs and the challenges facing one of the nation’s most productive farming regions. The conversation also explored crop losses, farmland development, agricultural technology and efforts to encourage the next generation of farmers.

Kern County, CA · 22h

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The story behind Bakersfield's Big Shoe

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...

Bakersfield, CA · 10d