Bakersfield
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Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ North of the River Recreation and Park District is hosting the Love Your Park Fun Run and 5K on Sunday, Feb. 1 at Polo Park; the event welcomes runners (aged 9 and up) and includes a free pop-up rec for NOR programs, with proceeds benefiting youth recreation scholarships. Bakersfield Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Target Corp. will open two new stores on March 15 in southwest Bakersfield and Delano; each features sections dedicated to Apple + Disney products. The new locations promise fresh shopping options for local consumers. The Bakersfield Californian
- ➤ A recent study found California is a top state for female-owned businesses, and local entrepreneurs are thriving. Denisse Coronado of La Toxica GD in Arvin and Martha Rodriguez of MJ’s Sweet Delights in Bakersfield plan to grow their reach (their ventures began modestly in 2023). 23ABC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Kern County Asian Chamber of Commerce hosted its second annual Lunar New Year celebration at the Iron Lily in Bakersfield — marking the Year of the Fire Horse with a golden lion dance and local leader recognition. The event brought community members together to share Southeast Asian cultural traditions. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Deanna Rodriguez-Root — an expert on the area's past — will give a talk on Saturday to highlight the history of the Mexican Colony south of Shafter. The Bakersfield Californian
- ➤ BC’s Renegade Jazz Combo traveled to New Orleans on Wednesday, Jan. 29 to perform original music at the JENerations Jazz Festival and attend clinics, concerts and jam sessions - a trip organized by Music Professor Kris Tiner at Bakersfield College. Bakersfield College
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Earlimart Middle School was placed on a brief lockdown Thursday due to police activity nearby — officials confirmed the campus remains safe and classes resumed quickly. Bakersfield Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A clean energy project kicked off Thursday in east Bakersfield that will convert up to 20 homes to all-electric appliances + train local workers on clean energy methods. The initiative supports sustainable improvements for the area. The Bakersfield Californian
- ➤ Golden mussels, an invasive species first spotted in 2024, have been found in San Joaquin Valley today, prompting water districts to plan control measures (as explained by Lois Henry with SJV Water) to protect waterways and native fish. KVPR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield's Houchin Community Blood Bank saw a surge in donations following a major Highway 58 pileup on Tuesday morning — over 300 donors helped after winter storms disrupted collection. The bank is still seeking O-negative and O-positive donors to maintain its supply. Bakersfield Now
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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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