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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

KGET

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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 · 21h

YourCentralValley.com

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Firefighters rescue kitten trapped underneath vehicle in Earlimart

Tulare County firefighters rescued a kitten trapped under an SUV in Earlimart by using a piece of ham to lure it to safety.

Tulare County, CA · 12h

KGET

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Delays expected during hillside stabilization along southbound traffic on I-5 near Grapevine Road: CHP

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Drivers can expect some delays along Interstate 5 near Grapevine Road in Kern County on Tuesday as work is getting done to stabilize hillsides against potential weather impacts. Officials with the California Highway Patrol Fort Tejon told 17 News, travelers can face a 10- to 15-minute delay for southbound traffic up […]

Kern County, CA · 2d

Bakersfield Now

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Andrae Gonzales to leave Bakersfield City Council for Assembly, vacancy set Dec. 7

After 10 years on the Bakersfield City Council, Andrae Gonzales is preparing to leave City Hall for Sacramento, setting in motion a process to fill his Ward 2 seat — but not immediately. Gonzales told colleagues at the Nov. 4 City Council meeting that his final meeting as a...

Bakersfield, CA · 1d

The Fresno Bee

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CEO's gone; High-Speed Rail still plans to lay first tracks this year. Does it need the win?

The recent resignation of its CEO hasn’t changed the California High-Speed Rail Authority ’s plan to lay the project’s first tracks by the end of year, says the head of the agency’s board, a milestone that could improve the public image of the often-maligned project. The agency says it has already begun receiving the building materials it needs to begin that work in Kern County. “We’re moving forward,” board Chair Steve Kawa told The Fresno Bee. “We’re going to be getting track, and we’re going to be laying track in 2026.” The rail authority has spent most of the last two years promising the physical milestone by the end of this year — more than a decade after construction began in the Central Valley — so failing to begin that work could worsen the project’s already strained public image. Gov.-elect Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, has indicated he wants to reform high-speed rail, but he has provided few details about any potential plans. Jonathan Underland, Becerra’s spokesperson, did not respond to The Fresno Bee’s request for an interview with the governor-elect. If the agency succeeds in laying track in the next six weeks, it could take a late win in what

Kern County, CA · 21h

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Ready, set, go: New medal designs for 2027 Bakersfield Marathon

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Believe it or not, the Bakersfield Marathon is right around the corner. Race organizer Katie McDaris and Ken Keller, the CEO of Dignity Health Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, joined us for a surprise sneak peek of the new medal designs and what racers can expect in 2027. Watch the full interview in […]

Bakersfield, CA · 21h

Bakersfield Now

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Local Bakersfield GoFundMe aims to bring holiday gifts to children living in hotels

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A local Bakersfield GoFundMe aims to provide holiday gifts and winter essentials to children living with their families in extended-stay hotels and motels. Michael Soma started the Bakersfield Hotel Kids Christmas Drive GoFundMe on Veterans Day. He said the idea grew from his own experience...

Bakersfield, CA · 1d

kerncountyfamily.com

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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

andnowuknow.com

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Jasmine Vineyards' Jon Zaninovich Highlights Seasonal Table Grape Opportunities

DELANO, CA - Thanksgiving spreads should be seeing an abundance of table grapes as Jasmine Vineyards lines the produce department with premium table grape varieties through the end of the year. Jon Zaninovich, President, recently offered a closer look at some of the retail opportunities currently on the horizon. “We...

Delano, CA · 1d

Bakersfield Now

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500 volunteers needed for 2027 Point-in-Time Count

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield-Kern Regional Homeless Collaborative is seeking 500 volunteers to participate in the 2027 Point in Time Count (PIT), scheduled for January 27, 2026. The PIT count will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 27, from 3:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., with training available both virtually...

Bakersfield, CA · 18h

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Delano City Council to consider adding ‘Dolores Huerta Day’ as city-observed holiday

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Delano City Council is set to discuss recognizing the late labor activist Dolores Huerta by dedicating a city-observed holiday to her name, according to the City Council meeting agenda for Monday. If approved, “Dolores Huerta Day” would be April 10 — Huerta’s birthday — which is the same day recognized […]

Delano, CA · 12h

theloopnewspaper.com

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A hopeful vision for healing close to home: The future of medicine in tehachapi

Living in Tehachapi, whether you are up in Golden Hills, out in Stallion Springs or right in the heart of town, means embracing a distinct way of life. We cherish the changing seasons, the quiet mornings and the deep sense of community that comes from living up the mountain. We are also accustomed to a bit of a drive for certain conveniences. Making a trip down the hill to the valley floor for specialized shopping, a specific service or a weekend event is simply part of the routine we accept for the peace our elevation provides.

Tehachapi, CA · 6d

agnetwest.com

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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 · 1d

The Cool Down

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California carbon storage project keeps injecting CO2 after judge finds its approval violated law

"Infects the informational foundation for the whole Project."

Kern County, CA · 1d