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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield police are asking the public for help to find missing at-risk teen Miyari Gabriella Fuentes, 15, who was last seen April 11 at 9:30 p.m. in the 1200 block of Bluestone River Way near Buena Vista Road and Stockdale Highway as she has no record of running away. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Bakersfield Police are asking the community to help locate Noah Serna, a 12-year-old at-risk runaway last seen on April 11 at 2:30 p.m. in the 1600 block of East Truxtun Avenue west of Williams Street in east Bakersfield — anyone with information should call 661-327-7111. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ U.S. Marshals are offering a $35K reward for information on inmate Cesar Hernandez—who escaped custody on December 2, was found in Mexico four months later, and was involved in a shootout on April 9 in southern Tijuana where 33-year-old agent Abigail Esparza Reyes died—. KGET
- ➤ A 61-year-old man, identified as Kahn Parrish Buzzard, is facing three felony charges today after reportedly sending 112 threatening emails with vulgar language—weapon images and demands for money—to Kern County Supervisor Jeff Flores and others, and his next court date is set for April 30. 23ABC News
- ➤ Bakersfield police are asking the community to help locate 15-year-old Miyari Gabriella Fuentes, last seen at 9:30 p.m. last Friday from the 1200 block of Bluestone River Way and described as 5 feet 4 inches, 170 pounds and having brown hair and eyes+ anyone with information is urged to call 661-327-7111. KGET
- ➤ Bakersfield Police asked the public for help finding 10-year-old Nayelie Lopez who went missing April 11 around 8:00 p.m. in the 400 block of 17th Street—she is considered at risk due to her age and was last seen wearing a turquoise shirt and black pants. KGET
- ➤ On Monday, Bakersfield police and code enforcement evicted all tenants from La Mirage Motel—forcing 10–15 residents, including a pregnant woman and a manager, to leave after inspectors found no hot water, exposed electrical hazards, broken smoke detectors and vermin—and made four arrests for outstanding warrants and resisting arrest, and the motel may reopen if the owner fixes the violations. KGET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield College’s Wylie and May Louise Jones Art Gallery will reopen its 2025 Student Art Exhibit on April 21 after spring break—featuring over 350 student pieces chosen by judges—and will run until April 24. Bakersfield College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders and Congresswoman Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez are coming to Bakersfield today for their 'Fighting Oligarchy' Tour. The tour follows an event in Los Angeles with more than 30,000 people—local political strategists say the stop will focus on key issues including the race for California's 22nd Congressional District. Bakersfield Now
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An Evening of Opera Scenes
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Doré Theatre — $12 General Admission, $7 Seniors & Students, Free for CSUB Students — Experience a captivating night featuring scenes from grand opera and musical theatre.
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Empower Wellness Run 5k/1 Mile
8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Hart Memorial Park — Registration fees apply — Run, walk, or crawl for wellness in this community-focused event!
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Spring Expo 2025
7 p.m. — Villa Punta del Cielo — Free entry — Celebrate spring with local vendors and activities at this community expo.
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G-Eazy & Marc E. Bassy Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — VIP Meet & Greet available — Experience multi-platinum artists G-Eazy and Marc E. Bassy live in concert.
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F.Y.A.H. Reggae Event
7-11 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience a night of vibrant reggae music in the heart of Bakersfield.
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Creed Fisher Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Buy Tickets — Enjoy an evening of live country music with Creed Fisher and Buckshot.
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Cinco de Mile Half Marathon & Ole 5K
1:45-6 p.m. — 4200 Empire Dr, Bakersfield, CA — Check website for entry fee — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a festive run and a post-run fiesta filled with fun.
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Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Buck Owens' Crystal Palace
5-10 p.m. — Buck Owens' Crystal Palace — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant festivities of Cinco de Mayo with music, dance, and cultural celebration.
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Kultura Night Celebration
5-8 p.m. — Student Union — Free for CSUB students, $10 for non-students — Celebrate Filipino culture with food, music, and art.
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Mopars of Bakersfield Car Show
All day — Bakersfield KOA Journey — Donation-based — Experience classic cars and community spirit while supporting the Ronald McDonald House of Bakersfield.
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