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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today at Bakersfield National Cemetery, officials honored five unaccompanied veterans by laying them to rest and reading out their names—Robert Carroll, Bruce Tibbets, William Luckie, Roger Steiner, and Neville Solomon. The event underscored Kern County's commitment to showing respect to those who served. KGET
- ➤ The 22nd annual Great American Cleanup will take place on Saturday, April 26, with volunteer work from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and a community celebration at Yokuts Park from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. led by Mayor Karen Goh plus in-person registration is available at multiple locations through Thursday. KGET
- ➤ On April 22, five veterans without known family were honored at Bakersfield National Cemetery as local community members gathered to remember their sacrifice. Yolanda Crowe from Veterans Affairs said the ceremony included a rifle salute, the playing of Taps, and the presentation of an American flag to ensure their service was recognized. Bakersfield Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man died after he became trapped under a school bus when it was being loaded onto a tow truck near Golden Valley High School in south Bakersfield on Tuesday, April 22nd at 7:45 p.m.—police said no children were present and the investigation is underway. Bakersfield Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield Police Department is asking for help to identify two alleged suspects in an armed robbery on April 8 at about 11:35 a.m. in the 1700 block of 27th Street—one is a 6-foot man with a medium build wearing a blue hoodie and black pants and the other is a 5’9'' slim man in all black with white and gold Nike shoes who fled in a Nissan Altima with red paper plates and rear-end damage. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Bakersfield agreed to pay $2,250,000 to settle a negligence lawsuit after officer William Hughes hit motorist Blas Parra's truck on Panorama Drive in 2017, which hurt him badly and led to head trauma and surgery—ending nearly seven years of legal dispute. KGET
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Circle Jerks (a legendary hardcore punk band) will perform at the Nile Theater (with special guests Ceremony and Negative Approach) on Sept. 13 at 8 p.m. in Bakersfield. KGET
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bakersfield Monitor Team has reviewed the police department’s progress on the DOJ agreement since 2021. The latest report shows critical incidents dropped from six in 2023 to two in 2024—officer-involved shootings fell from seven to three while internal review boards still often justified officer actions, and officials said finalized training plans and a full use-of-force review are pending for later this year. 23ABC News
- ➤ Today at Bakersfield National Cemetery, five veterans without any known family—Airman First Class Robert Carroll, Airman First Class Bruce Tibbets, Airman Apprentice William Luckie, Private First Class Roger Steiner, and Private First Class Neville Solomon—were honored and interred with a service that showed Kern County's deep respect for its heroes. KGET
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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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