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Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ North of the River Parks and Recreation released a summer catalog with kids' events from now until August — the guide lists sports teams, movie nights, and day camps available at community centers and online. Families are encouraged to review the catalog to plan their summer activities. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Jim Burke Ford partnered with Habitat for Humanity for Jim Burke Ford Day and Ford staff volunteered at the ReStore on White Lane to assist with donations and host a raffle—proceeds supported affordable housing for local families. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Kern County Sheriff’s Office K9 Maverick underwent eye surgery for entropion on Wednesday and is now healing in his kennel — he has a follow-up appointment in two weeks as the Search and Rescue unit funds his medical expenses through a community fundraiser. KGET
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield police arraigned 35-year-old Bobby Lemons on Friday on hit-and-run charges for the Wednesday morning crash on the Chester Avenue bridge near Columbus Street that killed 48-year-old John Ross — investigators used Flock cameras to trace the truck — and he now faces up to four years in prison plus a $10,000 fine — Court Commissioner Sally Ackerknecht said his failure to stop was especially troubling. KGET
- ➤ Kern County leads the state in filing cases under Proposition 36 after the voter measure passed last fall and a PPIC study showed it filed more cases per 100,000 people than other counties. District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer said her office began quick action on December 19 and urged other counties to follow Kern's approach amid rising theft and drug issues. Bakersfield Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A survey by the Public Policy Institute of California found Kern County filed 24 Proposition 36 cases per 100,000 residents in the law's first 90 days—68 percent of the cases involved drug offenses. District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer said the law, passed in November 2024 and effective December 18th, 2024, has helped target repeat offenders while gaining 77 percent voter support. Bakersfield Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Houchin Community Blood Bank invites Star Wars fans to its themed blood drive scheduled for May 3 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bolthouse location at 11515 Bolthouse Drive and the Truxtun location at 5901 Truxtun Avenue in Kern County—donors who meet age, weight and health requirements will receive a limited edition t-shirt while supplies last. KGET
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield is hosting the Junior Olympics Boxing tournament at 30301 E 4th St from April 25 to April 27, where over 100 fighters from the Central Valley are competing to earn a spot at nationals. Fifteen local BPAL fighters are among the competitors while fans watch with tickets starting at $20+ 23ABC News
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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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Bakersfield Mother's Day Run
8 a.m. — The Park at River Walk — Registration fee required — Celebrate the incredible moms in our lives with a fun run honoring their superpowers.
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Sleeping Beauty Ballet
6-9 p.m. — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Get enchanted by a mesmerizing ballet performance of Sleeping Beauty.
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