Bakersfield
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Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mr. Dimples, the community food truck owner, is honored today for helping National Guard troops during the government shutdown and for donating food truck proceeds to the Blood Cancer Foundation. City councilmember Leticia Perez praised his selfless kindness that brings neighbors together in Kern County. 23ABC News
- ➤ Garden Pathways, a local nonprofit in Delano active since 2024, has helped 72 clients improve their lives with education, career training, and therapy (including anger management courses) to boost community safety and quality of life. 23ABC News
- ➤ Residents at the California Avenue Senior Apartment Complex have gone nearly two weeks without elevator service and staff are helping those with mobility challenges navigate stairs; the outage was reported on Friday, Jan. 23 (residents hope repairs will start soon). 23ABC News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Additional security and officers were at Foothill High School Tuesday after a non-credible social media threat about possible weapons on campus, and officials confirmed that police dismissed the alert after reviewing the situation. Bakersfield Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country music star Luke Bryan will perform at Sillect Farms in Shafter on May 14 as part of his Farm Tour. Pre-sale tickets start Monday, Feb. 2 at 8 a.m. and public sale follows on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 8 a.m. Bakersfield Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Jan. 27, over 25 Kern County school districts reported a two-hour fog delay affecting bus services and classes + Bakersfield City School District had delays for buses only. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Bakersfield City School District named Dr. Karling Aguilera-Fort as its permanent superintendent after a board vote Tuesday night, following his interim leadership since July; his contract runs through June 2028 and he brings nearly 30 years of education experience. 23ABC News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Kern County experienced unusually dense fog on Monday, Jan. 19 that raised safety concerns—drivers reported reduced visibility and minor health effects while a meteorologist linked the fog to a mix of moisture and low temperatures. Bakersfield Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kern government resumed oil-field permitting this month and officials say the new process has met high expectations — it streamlines local applications to support oil-field operations. 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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