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Rep. Fong and Rep. Peters Introduce Bipartisan Save Our Sequoias (SOS) Act to Protect California’s Iconic Giant Sequoias from Catastrophic Wildfires
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representatives Vince Fong (CA-20) and Scott Peters (CA-50) introduced the Save Our Sequoias (SOS) Act , a bipartisan bill designed to safeguard California's iconic …
Cerro Coso Community College Proudly Hosts ALICE Training® Institute Active Shooter Response Training in Ridgecrest
Cerro Coso Community College is committed to enhancing community safety and is proud to partner with the nationally recognized ALICE Training® Institute to bring critical Active Shooter Response …
IF MEASLES OUTBREAK WORSENS, LOOK TO VIEWS SPREAD BY RFK JR
So far, the ongoing measles outbreak across this country and this state has not reached epidemic status. If it ever does, and if large numbers of unvaccinated children die, blame will be easy to …
Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) with members of the Senate and Assembly Republican Caucuses along with educators and parents at her SB 64 rally prior to the bill's hearing.
Senate Education Committee votes down Senator Shannon Grove’s School Choice Measure
SACRAMENTO —Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) expressed profound disappointment following the Senate Education Committee’s vote of 5-2 to kill SB 64, the California Education Flex …
Chris Lowe
Protecting Credit Unions and Community Investment: Why We Must Fight for Tax-Exempt Status and CDFI Funding
At AltaOne Federal Credit Union, our mission has always been to serve the hardworking people and families in the communities we call home. From rural areas to military bases, small businesses to …
Stan Ellis Sworn In as Assemblymember for California's 32nd District
SACRAMENTO, CA – Stan Ellis was officially sworn in today as the Assemblymember representing California's 32nd District. The ceremony took place at the State Capitol, marking the commencement …
Sports

KV varsity baseball scores second at Woodlake

The varsity Broncs baseball team poses with their second-place plaque they took home from the Woodlake Tournament.
The Broncs varsity baseball team competed in the Woodlake Tournament from April 12, 12-16. They would come up short in the championship game, but still an impressive showing. In the title game, Kern …
Mike Smith tees off in the annual golf tournament sponsored by the Mt Mesa Men’s Club.
Birdies were dropping at Men’s Club Golf Tournament
The Mt. Mesa Men’s Club held their annual golf tournament on April 12. Despite low numbers, the duffers were able to raise monies for their scholarship fund. This year 20 teams paid their …
JV softball squad rallies to beat Rosamond
The Kern Valley jayvee softball team went on the road on April 8 to square off with the team from Rosamond. The Lady Broncs fell behind early, but recovered to rally in the top of the fifth to claim …
In recent KRV Little League action the batter, Jon Phillips watches the pitch fall short as catcher Knox Muncy prepares to snag it under the watchful eye of umpire Austin Wells.
Junior Baseball squad doubles up on Cal City
The traveling Kern Valley Junior Baseball team of the KRV Little League program continued action on April 12 when they visited Cal City. This squad of players kept themselves in the winning mode as …
Jackson Weghorst attempts to clear the bar in the high jump in the home meet on April 9.
Broncs track team tops Boron and Cal City
The march to the league title is right on track for the Kern Valley boys’ team. The Broncs were on their home track when they entertained Boron and Cal City. The home team dominated the …
KV girls track perfect in in HDL double dual
The Lady Broncs track squad continued to dominate in the HDL as they were at home to take on Boron and Cal City. Neither opponent could match the effort that Kern Valley put forth as they won both …
Opinion

Home grown coaching at Kern Valley High School

So, in my random thought process, an interesting one floated through. Yeah, I know, I can hear the jokes already. Nothing to stop it from going in one ear and out the other. “Ha Ha” very …

The Birthday Effect

There are situations that occur that we call a phenomenon, and one of these is called, ‘The Birthday Effect.’ Simply put, it is when a person dies on the same date as their birthday. …

The Art of Words and Run On Sentences

This Friday, the 18th day of April is a celebrated day that is set aside to regale the talents and inspirational skills of the ones who fill our lives with hope, sorrow, laughter, fear, caution …

Local Weather

Fishing Outlook

Obituaries
Joan M. Burns
It is with a heavy and sad heart that we announce the death of our beloved mother, Joan Melba Godwin-Burns. Joan passed away on March 24, 2025 at Memorial Hospital Bakersfield, California at the age …
Donna Lynn Sulu September 5, 1962 – February 18, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donna Lynn Sulu, who was tragically taken from us on February 18, 2025, at the age of 62. Born on September 5, 1962, in Los Angeles, California, to J.F. …
Dwight J. Pascoe
Dwight was born in Bakersfield to Ernest Aubrey and Esther Emma (Trunick) Pascoe. He was the baby of their 3 children joining Everett and Faye. They were one of the pioneering families of the Kern …
In Loving Memory of Joseph Thomas Collins

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Thomas Collins, who died peacefully on January 23, 2025, at the age of 80. Joe was born in Yonkers, New York, on January 26, 1944, to …
News and features from around the web
11 iconic mother figures across TV history
Stacker compiled a list of 10 of the most unforgettable maternal figures in television history using information from IMDb and various media outlets.   
What you need to know before becoming a collector of live insects or snails
(BPT) - Insects and snails are a critical part of the planet's ecosystem. Bees, for example, pollinate important crops and provide high-quality food like honey, while snails feed on dead or rotting …
9 lives and more? 60 years of groundbreaking medical advancements have improved cat health and longevity.
Meowtel explored advancements in feline medicine, nutrition, and care that are helping the more than 350 million domestic cats worldwide live longer.
There is currently no bird flu vaccine for people.
How bird flu differs from seasonal flu − an infectious disease researcher explains
Avian influenza infections in the US have been rising over the past year, but there’s no evidence so far that people can infect each other with this strain of the virus.
How do hurricanes affect baby names?
Spokeo compared data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Social Security Administration to see how storm names impact baby names.