Bakersfield
Today
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 3,500 South Bakersfield customers lost power early Tuesday in the Stone Meadows and Pumplin Center areas. PG&E crews are working to restore service + they estimate power will return by 6 a.m. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ At the Kern County Fair Monday night, board members reversed their decision and reinstated nearly $10,000 in prize money for FFA livestock winners after families raised concerns about drug testing procedures — claiming that samples may have been cross-contaminated. Families will receive their funds within the week. 23ABC News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A hay fire burned near Robinson Calf Ranch in south Bakersfield on Monday but posed no threat to nearby buildings — officials confirmed the blaze was confined to hay and that the cause remains under investigation. Bakersfield Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wasco High School opened the Tiger Wellness Center to offer students mental health resources, food, clothing and hygiene supplies through a Kern Family Health Care grant. The school will host a Spread the Love donation drive on Valentine’s Day from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for local support. 23ABC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Construction on the eastbound Highway 58 and northbound 99 connector continues as crews install steel beams; intermittent closures occurred on Wible Road on Jan. 26 and will occur on Jan. 29 and Jan. 30 (6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.), with the Ming Avenue ramp closing from Feb. 1 until May 1. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ City and county officials are trying to shut down an illegal swap meet at the Casa Loma Drive and Cottonwood Road intersection, but the gathering continues to operate despite repeated efforts. The Bakersfield Californian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ West Coast Nutra co-owner Gage Villareal shared tips on pre-workout supplements and offered samples of buffin muffins and energy drinks at his Bakersfield store yesterday; he stressed that these supplements help people keep New Year's fitness plans on track. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ More than 31,000 healthcare workers, including staff at Kern County facilities, have struck against Kaiser Permanente today after seven months of talks. Union representatives demand fair wages + safe staffing while Kaiser defends its offer that includes a 21.5% pay increase with potential to reach 30% over two years. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Houchin Community Blood Bank is calling on Kern County donors as winter storms cut into the blood supply — Director Anna Kazaryan urges residents to donate at local centers. The Bakersfield Californian
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New data shows Kern farmland values fell last year — some categories declined slower than others, raising concerns among local farmers about market trends. The Bakersfield Californian
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Baseball Game: CSU Bakersfield vs. Utah Tech
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Hardt Field — Watch the teams battle it out in an exciting college baseball matchup.
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Yannis Pappas Comedy Show
9:30-10:30 p.m. — The Well Comedy Club — General admission available — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian and podcaster Yannis Pappas.
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Yannis Pappas Comedy Show
5:30-10:30 p.m. — The Well Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Yannis Pappas, known for his relatable humor and engaging storytelling.
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Baseball Game: CSUB vs. Saint Mary's
6:30-8 p.m. — Hardt Field — Tickets start at $11.20 — Come out and enjoy an exciting college baseball matchup under the lights.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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