Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
Good morning, Bakersfield.
Rio Bravo Country Club has closed until further notice for repairs and clubhouse updates — high school and college sports teams will still use its facilities.
Members' billing is paused while the club plans to reopen this spring.
Bakersfield entrepreneur Jeff Salters breaks ground on Salty’s No. 3 today on Rosedale Highway - he started his first Salty’s BBQ & Catering in 2010 - to expand his local food business.
Kern County Library reopened after the holiday break to help local residents meet their new year reading goals.
Fahra Daredia, the library marketing specialist, explained available resources on Eyewitness News Mornings.
Residents in mountain communities (from Lebec to Lockwood Valley) are reporting a surge in mountain lion sightings as livestock and pets have been killed, prompting the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to urge submission of incident reports.
Kern County Public Works said residents should plan for closing conditions as Hermosa Road from Highway 184 to Malaga Road closed Jan.
3 at 5 p.m. due to flooding and Western Minerals Road from Short Road to the Maricopa city limits closed Jan. 5 at 8:30 a.m., with reopening pending.
Caltrans reopened the Tejon Pass rest areas in Kern County on Monday, Jan.
5 after closures beginning on Dec. 26 due to sediment and wastewater from a storm. The facilities are now safe for travelers.
Kern Health Systems changed its review process for autism therapy—leaving families worried that delays in applied behavior analysis may affect their children's progress.
Parents and advocates are urging state officials to review the process and restore timely care in Kern County.
Sage confirms that the former Greyhound site in downtown Bakersfield will be turned into upscale rental apartments by a local developer in partnership with the owning family, and construction will begin soon.
Fog Run
4-8 p.m. — Lake Ming, Bakersfield, CA — Registration required — Participate in the 36th Annual 5K-10K Fog Run to support at-risk individuals in Kern County.
Comedy Night with David Koechner
6:30-10:00 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — $35 General Admission ($50 Preferred Seating) — Enjoy a night filled with laughs from actor and comedian David Koechner.
A Time to Laugh
7-9 p.m. — Doré Theatre — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience the healing power of laughter with clean comedy from Marcus D. Wiley.
ADAKC Annual Cinnamon Roll Drive
6-11 AM — KGET — $20 — Support a good cause while enjoying delicious Hodel's cinnamon rolls.
Colorado Eagles vs. Bakersfield Condors
7-9 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — Adult Jersey Giveaway — Catch an exciting AHL matchup featuring local hockey talent.
Catbox, Do You Compute, Jump From The Bluffs Concert
7-10 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — Tickets from $13.83 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring three exciting acts.
Private Eyes: A Tribute to Hall & Oates
7-9 PM — Bakersfield Music Hall of Fame — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an authentic tribute to the iconic sounds of Daryl Hall & John Oates.
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