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Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Orlie’s Shoe Drive provided over 3,000 pairs of shoes to children across Kern County this year. The nonprofit hand-measures and delivers each pair, now serving over 10,000 kids locally. 23ABC News
- ➤ JJ's Legacy is hosting its annual gala at Stockdale Country Club to honor local donor families & raise organ donation awareness while its sellout golf tournament left four teams on the waiting list. Gala tickets are available for purchase on Apr. 23. 23ABC News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Delano school board voted 3 to 2 to form a committee — that will choose a new high school name from a list of ten options dating to 2002 after community input on allegations tied to Cesar Chavez, with board members split on whether to act quickly. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ The board of Cesar E. Chavez High School in Delano voted 3-to-2 Tuesday to change its name after allegations of abuse surfaced in a report. A committee will choose from 10 names that were proposed in 2002. KUZZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Experts in Kern County met at a conference today in Bakersfield to discuss the risks of abandoned oil wells that leak methane and contaminate groundwater. The discussion focused on technical solutions and urged community reports of unplugged wells. 23ABC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Meadows Field, TSA officers continue to work without pay as the federal shutdown enters its sixth week; officials report that despite staffing challenges nationwide, lines stay efficient and donations arrive (from 4 a.m. to 6 p.m.) to support the team. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ The Kern County Board of Supervisors approved the state's largest solar project on Tuesday, a 2-gigawatt installation that is expected to create 1,300 construction jobs in the area. The Bakersfield Californian
- ➤ Federal housing rules may soon require adults who are not disabled to work or train 40 hours a week to retain Section 8 benefits, leaving thousands of local families worried about housing stability & local housing officials say the changes remain optional but may limit future vouchers. 23ABC News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Clinica bought a headquarters building in SW Bakersfield ($15.7M). The company plans to expand its local operations with this new property. The Bakersfield Californian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield College hosted its first-ever home beach volleyball matches on March 16 at its new courts, defeating Cuesta College 3-2 and Glendale 4-1 while the team extended its win streak to five — fans can watch upcoming free events online. Bakersfield College
- ➤ CSUB women's soccer head coach Whitney Pitalo stepped down to pursue other opportunities, the Cal State Bakersfield Athletics Department announced Tuesday (she joined the team in Feb. 2025) and interim head coach Martin Navarro Jr. will lead the squad through the end of the calendar year. 23ABC News
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Viejones Mañosos Tour
9 PM – 1 AM — La Movida Night Club — Tickets selling fast — Experience a vibrant night of live regional music with renowned artists in an electrifying atmosphere.
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Date Night Comedy
6:00-8:00 p.m. — The Clover Entertainment Group — $130 per couple — Enjoy dinner, laughs, and a live auction supporting mental health awareness with comedian Mike Goodwin.
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Cults & Classics: Sunset Boulevard
7-9 p.m. — Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — $5 tickets — Enjoy the classic film Sunset Boulevard at one of California's beautiful movie palaces.
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Silverada Live at BarrelHouse Brewing
7:30-11:30 p.m. — BarrelHouse Brewing Bakersfield — Tickets available — Experience high-energy country rock by Silverada in a vibrant taproom atmosphere.
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Bakersfield Condors vs. Tucson Roadrunners Hockey Match
6:30-9 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena — Affordable family-friendly fun — Experience the thrill of AHL hockey with speed, hits, and excitement.
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The Great Classics
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena, Theater and Convention Center — $TBD — Experience timeless classical music performed by the Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra in an elegant setting.
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R&B Sundaze
11 AM – 3 PM — BottleShock Wine and Brew — $20 presale, $25 at the door — Enjoy a vibrant afternoon with live R&B music by DJ Spoon and DJ Ace.
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ABRA Cadabra: An ABBA Tribute
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of glittering costumes and irresistible ABBA melodies with the acclaimed tribute band.
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2026 Earth Day 661 Festival
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Beach Park — Free entry — Celebrate Mother Earth with live music, eco-friendly vendors, and family fun activities.
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Baseball Game: CSU Bakersfield vs. Cal State LA
6:30-8 p.m. — Hardt Field — Check for ticket prices — Catch the action as CSU Bakersfield takes on Cal State LA in an exciting baseball matchup.
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