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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May 6, Give Big Kern raised over $1.75 million for 138 nonprofits serving animal welfare, education, veteran, and mental health causes—donors also pledged 7,888 volunteer hours and matching sponsors added nearly $344,000 in funds. KGET
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The California Highway Patrol reported a fatal crash on Highway 119 near Elk Hills Tuesday at 4:47 p.m.—a semi-truck and an SUV collided and the SUV caught fire, killing one person. KGET
- ➤ New crosswalk markings were painted at Bank Street and Holtby Road in Oleander-Sunset where 8-year-old Ricardo Ismael Aguilar was fatally struck in October 2024, and BCSD Superintendent Mark Luque said a crossing guard will be assigned soon — a measure councilmember Andrae Gonzales said honors his memory. Bakersfield Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A hearing held in Kings County Superior Court yesterday discussed evidence leaks, privacy concerns about attorney visits, and the death penalty in Jamie Osuna’s case—he is accused of killing his cellmate at Corcoran State Prison in 2019 while defense and prosecution plan to meet in mid-August for updates. KGET
- ➤ The Bakersfield Police Department is searching for a missing 16-year-old girl last seen on Truxtun Avenue near V Street on Tuesday at about 7:20 a.m.—she is 5 feet tall, weighs 130 pounds, has brown hair and black eyes, and was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants, and blue and white Vans shoes with anyone having information urged to call 661-327-7111. KGET
- ➤ Alexa Nicole Rugless, a 16-year-old last seen at 11 p.m. on May 12th in Pine Mountain Club, is missing and may be in Santa Clarita Valley — the Kern County Sheriff's Office asks anyone with information to help locate her. Bakersfield Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Veronica Jacuinde, who was diagnosed with bipolar at 33, now shares her journey of turning deep struggles into hope for Kern County. She encourages those newly diagnosed to visit the NAMI Kern website for help & resources. 23ABC News
- ➤ Kern County Public Health reported 11 measles cases so far this year and urged residents to get vaccinated—following the CDC report of over 1,000 cases nationwide linked to low vaccination rates and travel. Bakersfield Now
SHOP NEWS
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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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On-Site Senior Living Tour
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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Shoreline Mafia Concert in Bakersfield
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience the unique West Coast flow of Shoreline Mafia live in concert.
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You Should Be Dancing - A Tribute To The Bee Gees
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Prices may vary — Groove to the iconic sounds of the Bee Gees in this lively tribute performance.
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USPA Tested and Open We Are Strong Powerlifting Championships
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — National Academy of Strength and Power — Registration fee required — Compete in various powerlifting divisions in a well-organized championship event.
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