Kernville Union School District board member Cheyanne Click said improving reading and math scores, supporting employees and strengthening communication will remain among her priorities as she …

 Kern County Sheriff Donny Youngblood said his job demands a 100 percent effort, and when he felt he couldn't give that to the job anymore, it was time to go. Youngblood announced his …

This story has been updated to include reaction from legislators and utility representatives. After nearly a month of intense closed-door negotiations, California lawmakers on the last day of …

Kern County Fire Department and U.S. Forest Service crews responded to a small brush fire at approximately 1:23 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, along Kern River Canyon Road near Miller Street and Borel Road. …

Anglers are finding the best opportunities by adjusting their fishing times and targeting deeper structure at Lake Isabella and along the Kern River. At the lake, bass activity has been …

Kern Valley High School has announced enhanced security measures for stadium events, including additional security and law enforcement personnel, student identification requirements and restrictions …

It’s official, the time is now to jump on the Kern River Valley sports bandwagon. There are exciting times ahead for the sports in the Kern River Valley. The games, the matches, the meets are …

The Lady Broncs tennis will began action this week as they serve up a new season. With a large turnout to be part of the team, Kern Valley will now be able to field a JV and varsity squad. Having six …

The Kern Valley Exchange Club raised a little more than $20,000 through its 39th annual Rubber Ducky Races on Saturday, Aug. 22, at Riverside Park in Kernville, according to club President John …

Kern County Sheriff’s Office deputies assigned to the Kern River Valley and Walker Basin have handled 6,263 calls for service and made 314 arrests in 2026, Lt. Steven Davis told the Kern Valley Sun …

Four candidates are seeking two seats on the Kern Valley Healthcare District Board in the Nov. 3 election. The Kern Valley Sun interviewed Deborah “Deb” Hess, Tawnya Torgl and Ants Uiga about …

LAKE ISABELLA — Pharmacist Dr. Iffie advised Kern River Valley seniors on how to store, transport and use medications safely during an Aug. 19 “Pill Talk” at the Kern River Valley Senior …

The Kern Valley Animal Shelter was housing 25 dogs in its 23 kennels Wednesday, Aug. 19, putting the Lake Isabella facility over capacity as it received animals from across the Kern River Valley and …

Ants Uiga said his engineering career, special district experience, and community involvement would guide his decisions if elected to the Kern Valley Healthcare District Board of Directors on Nov. 3. …

Kern Valley Healthcare District interim trustee Deborah “Deb” Hess said her hospital experience, community relationships and knowledge of rural health care would guide her decisions if elected …

Kern Valley Healthcare District board candidate Tawnya Torgl said service, cost control and employee recruitment would guide her decisions if elected Nov. 3. Torgl discussed her experience and …

Fishing remains steady at Lake Isabella and along the Kern River as falling water levels concentrate fish near rocks, submerged trees, points and deeper channels. Lake Isabella held about …

Kern County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Fontana man July 17 following an investigation into the alleged solicitation of nude images and videos from multiple minors in the Kern River …

The Kern River Valley Cemetery District Board referred its weekend burial fee policy to staff for further review Aug. 11 after questions arose over whether the district should charge a lower fee for …

Kern River Valley resident Leslie Ochoa reached a milestone in her military career Aug. 13 when she graduated from U.S. Army Basic Combat Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. The graduation …