Good morning, Bakersfield.

Honor Flight Kern County will fly over 100 veterans from Meadows Field on April 20 (including veterans from the Korean and Vietnam Wars) to Washington, DC and will return on April 22; applications for a fall trip are being accepted.

Two local pastors from Valley Bible Fellowship saved Robert Ochoa when he stood on the edge of the Highway 99 bridge in March (he stayed there for nearly five hours before they arrived) by praying with him and urging him to seek help; Ochoa has since regained stability and received community support.

City officials began construction on the street project on Monday, Apr.

13 that will improve roads, sidewalks, bike lanes, and lighting from F to Mill Creek. Construction will finish in October while efforts keep businesses accessible—city leaders say the project will boost downtown growth.

Joe Ducey with the Better Business Bureau warns that scammers use stolen photos and fake addresses to lure renters into paying deposits and first month’s rent without meeting the property owner.

He advises checking landlord identities and seeing properties in person to avoid these scams.

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.

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.

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.

Chito Ranas Live in Concert

8-11 p.m. — Paradise Palace Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of authentic Latin rap with Chito Ranas and special guests.

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos vs. Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners Baseball

6:30–8:00 p.m. — Hardt Field — Tickets from $11.20 — Witness an exciting college baseball matchup under the lights.

UC Santa Barbara Gauchos vs. Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners Baseball Game

6:30 – 8:00 PM — Hardt Field — Tickets from $11.20 — Catch the action as the Gauchos clash with the Roadrunners in a thrilling baseball matchup.

Fresno State Bulldogs vs. Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners Baseball

6:30-8 p.m. — Hardt Field — Tickets from $11.20 — Catch the excitement as the Bulldogs take on the Roadrunners in a thrilling baseball matchup.

UC San Diego Tritons vs. Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners Baseball

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Hardt Field — Tickets from $11.20 — Watch a thrilling college baseball matchup at Hardt Field.

The Mac and Cheese Fest

2-6 p.m. — Kern County Fair And Event Center — Ticket required — Indulge in unlimited cheesy bites and tasty beverages while enjoying live music and games.