A new law by Senator Shannon Grove (R–Bakersfield) aims to help Kern Valley Healthcare District keep doctors in rural areas. Governor Gavin Newsom signed Grove’s Senate Bill 246, …

October being the month advocates and supporters "Shine the Light on Domestic Violence," was the month of Women's Center-High Desert's (WCHD) annual Walk. After those attending concluded the …

It is nearly Halloween. In preparation for Tricks or Treats time the local library went all out, treating local kids to a tote decorating session in preparation for the occasion, Friday, October 17. …

WOFFORD HEIGHTS — A prescribed burn is scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, in the Tillie Creek Campground area as fire crews work to reduce overgrown brush and lower wildfire risk in the Kern …

Kern County deputies will have extra funding to monitor national forest lands around Lake Isabella and the Kern River Valley through next year. The original cooperative agreement was first approved …

The Kern River Valley community has officially earned Clean California Designated Community status, a recognition from Caltrans for communities committed to zero-litter goals and environmental …

With the grounds all decked out and ready to go, it won’t be long before folks around the valley can enjoy the Frandy Park Campground Spooktacular pre-Halloween event, in Kernville, which …

With a special place in her heart for the community that helped her through her cancer journey, seven years ago, Rhonda Tuttle feels right at home where her business is located, in the heart of …

The Lake Isabella located VFW Post 7665 needs help from the public. Their facility needs a bit of upkeep and cannot afford some of the bigger ticket items it needs. Commander Derec Chumley told …

Mountain Mesa Water Company customers may soon see higher bills for the first time in more than 13 years, as the region’s privately operated water utility pushes for a general rate increase to …

The Kern River Valley community is mobilizing support for an ambitious river improvement project at Riverside Park in Kernville, California. The initiative, spearheaded by the Kern Valley River …

October 9, 2025 - The Kern Valley Healthcare District board signed off on a facelift for its skilled nursing facility on Wednesday, hoping fresh paint and repairs would help attract new …

EASTERN KERN, INYO, and MONO COUNTIES - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the following project work and traffic impacts for the week of October 20 – October 24. …

RIDGECREST, CA – October 14, 2025  – AltaOne Federal Credit Union has introduced a new Payroll Advance Program to provide fast, flexible financial support for federal government …

  October 14, 2025 — The Kern River Valley got slammed this morning. A winter storm that's been building since yesterday brought heavy rain to lower elevations and snow to the …

The fair had made its way through the valley over two weeks. Sierra Shared Spaces hosted the first session at Mount Mesa on September 25th, followed by Riverstone Wellness hosting the Kernville …

When local renowned mural artist Eddie Salazar began the venture of painting the fence, at the Fitzgerald ranch, he took on a monumental project, which he just recently completed. Tim and Liz …

Meet Commander Derec Chumley. He took over as commander of VFW Post 7665 over the summer. He graduated high school here in the Kern Valley in 1986. He eventually ended up serving in the US Navy …

The Kick Back in Kernville River Run hit a milestone this weekend with its 50th anniversary, drawing classic cars and enthusiasts to the streets. The excitement was palpable as the community came …

At Joshua Tree Reptile Haven, the lessons go far beyond any traditional classroom walls. There are no desks or chalkboards here — just enclosures, massive tortoises lumbering across sun-warmed …