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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield Firefighter’s Burn Foundation will hold a lunch fundraiser at Outback Steakhouse to send youth burn survivors to a weeklong camp—helping pay for camp costs—and giving survivors a chance to heal. Organizers say the funds will cover travel and camp fees. The Bakersfield Californian
- ➤ Les Schwab Tire Centers hosted a community event on May 7-8 to celebrate its Tires for Purpose initiative by donating new tires to ten local non-profits that use their vehicles for vital services plus offering live tire installation demonstrations at four locations. The program, launched in February, now helps keep nonprofit vehicles on the road in Bakersfield. Bakersfield Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man involved in an overnight standoff with SWAT and alleged to have fired multiple rounds while fleeing a family party in Oildale is now facing 26 charges including 23 felonies — his bail was denied and a hearing is pending. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Kern County Animal Services is asking for help in identifying a suspect accused of placing an injured dog in a dumpster on the 3300 block of Niles Street in east Bakersfield — a circulated video shows the animal wrapped in a blanket being dropped between 1:40 and 2 a.m. KUZZ
- ➤ Two Vagos biker gang members accepted plea deals after a February arrest in Mojave—Robert Allen Klein pled no contest to gun possession by a felon and James Melville Rogers Jr. pled no contest to receiving known stolen property and possession of ammunition by a prohibited person; sentencing is set for July 16. KGET
- ➤ Bakersfield Police are asking residents for help finding Carlos Munoz, a 17-year-old runaway last seen May 7 at 10:45 p.m. in the 5200 block of Cherry Tree Lane near Wilson and New Stine Roads (call 661-327-7111 if you have information). Bakersfield Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local Catholics in Kern County celebrated the election of Pope Leo XIV—the first American-born pope—as parishioners from Saint Clement and Saint Francis expressed hope for his leadership despite surprise that he did not speak English in his first address. Community members shared their excitement by gathering for Mass and calling each other to mark this historic occasion. 23ABC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Protesters gathered outside the Bakersfield Veterans Clinic — in central Bakersfield — to protest potential staff cuts and voice support for a planned new clinic. Organizer Samuel Hardman led the rally, which also featured a food drive to help veterans in need. Bakersfield Now
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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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State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine: The Sleeping Beauty
2 AM — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Ticket prices starting at $88 — Experience a stunning ballet performance from the renowned State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine.
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Mocedades Concert
8:30-11 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Ticket availability varies — Experience the enchanting harmonies of the legendary Spanish vocal group Mocedades.
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Bravo Oilmen and Azabache Ensemble Live Show
9 p.m. — La Movida Night Club — Ticket purchase required — Experience a vibrant night with live regional music that promises to keep you dancing all night long.
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Bakersfield Train Robbers vs. Vallejo Seaweed
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM — Sam Lynn Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch exciting baseball action as the Bakersfield Train Robbers face off against the Vallejo Seaweed.
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Bakersfield Hiring Event
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hyatt Place Bakersfield — Free entry — Connect live with HR teams from local and Fortune 500 companies for full and part-time opportunities.
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Bakersfield Hot Fudge Sundae Run
8 AM – 12 PM — The Park at River Walk — Entry fee applies — Enjoy a fun 5k run or 1 mile walk and earn a delicious hot fudge sundae.
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9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Able Care Home — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living communities dedicated to exceptional care and engaging activities.
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