Bakersfield
Today
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Crews are building a splash pad, installing fencing for a future dog park, and adding a new entrance sign at Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area; the improvements will be complete in time for summer. 23ABC News
- ➤ Angelica (8-year-old pitbull) is available for adoption today at OceanRay Rescue after being cared for by founder Tara Nelson for eight months; she is housebroken, gets along with other dogs, and manages arthritis with medication. 23ABC News
- ➤ Girl Scout Camryn Carbajal completed her Silver Award by building a blessing box that will be placed at the Beale Memorial to help anyone in need. The box will hold non-perishables, dog food, blankets and hygiene items while her troop and family supported the year-long project. 23ABC News
- ➤ Olivia, 8, and Sophia, 9 from the Monsibais family ran a lemonade stand early Wednesday morning at Dagny’s Coffee downtown — they then used their father’s 1960 Ford pickup to deliver dog food to homeless pups. The Bakersfield Californian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A new report from the Governors Highway Safety Association shows a decline in pedestrian fatalities across California (Kern County fatalities dropped 46.5% this half-year), and attorney Tanya Alsheikh credited better education with helping drivers notice pedestrians. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ All northbound lanes of Highway 99 are closed this morning as authorities respond to a person holding onto the railing on the Olive Drive overpass; drivers are exiting at Airport Drive + fire crews with an inflatable jump pad are on scene while southbound lanes remain open until conditions change. 23ABC News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chase Bank will close its only branch in Oildale, leaving local residents with limited banking options. The decision may force customers to find alternative financial services nearby. The Bakersfield Californian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Archibald Brabazon Sparrow Acheson, the 4th Earl of Gosford who helped crown Edward the VII, bought 640 acres southwest of Bakersfield around 1891 and developed a small farm that later saw a rail station named in his honor — his legacy endures on Gosford Road. KVPR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A free teen driver safety class is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14 at 6 p.m. at the CHP Buttonwillow office at 29449 Stockdale Highway to teach safe driving skills for teens and their families; registration is available by calling (661) 679-0300 as space is limited. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Today, the Bakersfield City School District Education Foundation partners with Black Angus Steakhouse to host a one-day fundraiser for students at the Rosedale Highway location, where up to 20% of proceeds will benefit classroom grants & educational programs. 23ABC News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters battled the quickly spreading Paramount Fire that reached 1,000 acres near 25th Ave and Interstate 5 in Kings County yesterday. No structures were threatened, and crews from Fresno and Kern counties plus Avenal State Prison assisted as CAL FIRE continues investigating the cause. Bakersfield Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arvin received a $700,000 grant to upgrade Veterans Hall and launch bilingual fentanyl education workshops. The first session is planned for this spring to help community members learn about fentanyl dangers. 23ABC News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ USC assistant coach Todd Lee emerged as a top candidate for the men's basketball head coach role at Cal State Bakersfield after coach Rod Barnes left and a scandal involving ex-assistant Kevin Mays unfolded. Officials will announce their final choice when ready. 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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