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Sunday, January 18th, 2026

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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Dense Tule Fog has led to school delays in South Valley over the past week, creating low visibility that poses driving hazards. The fog is expected to reform tonight — drivers should use extra caution.  Bakersfield Now

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Arvin is Kern County’s first city with a fully electric bus fleet serving 50 stops over four routes, Mayor Olivia Calderon said. The city will add two more buses next year (each charges in two hours for a 220-mile range) to boost rural transit and air quality.  23ABC News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Mon, 1/19/26

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  • ADAKC Annual Cinnamon Roll Drive

    6-11 AM — KGET — $20 — Support a good cause while enjoying delicious Hodel's cinnamon rolls.

    Wed, 1/21/26

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  • Colorado Eagles vs. Bakersfield Condors

    7-9 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — Adult Jersey Giveaway — Catch an exciting AHL matchup featuring local hockey talent.

    Fri, 1/23/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 1/24/26

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  • 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.

    Thu, 2/5/26

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  • Ontario Reign at Bakersfield Condors

    7-9 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — $3 Beers Night — Enjoy affordable brews while cheering on the Condors in this exciting hockey matchup.

    Fri, 2/6/26

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  • La Lomita Wine Dinner

    6-9 p.m. — The Padre Hotel — $120 per person — Experience a curated four-course dinner with exquisite wine pairings from La Lomita.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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  • San Diego Gulls vs. Bakersfield Condors

    7-9 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — $3 Beers — Enjoy a spirited hockey matchup on Country Night with drink specials.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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  • Kern County Fairgrounds Event

    9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Kern County Fair And Event Center — Ticket allows entrance for both days — Enjoy a family-friendly weekend with free entry for kids under 12.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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  • Los Hermanos Mendoza Live Concert

    7-10 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Los Hermanos Mendoza with their unique blend of traditional and modern music.

    Sun, 2/15/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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~ Alfred Montapert

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