Bakersfield
Today
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members gathered at historic Union Cemetery on Memorial Day to honor fallen service members and military families. Local veterans and officials spoke about sacrifice—retired Army Captain Acosta recalled his 21 years of duty as youth like Sonny Rossetto showed admiration for the tribute. 23ABC News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Suck it up Soda Shop offers creative drinks, tea + baked treats from its 5523 Calloway Drive location in NW Bakersfield. The business, started in 2025 by three local families to revive the dirty soda trend, is open seven days a week. Bakersfield Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kern County Library features 'It's My Bird-Day' by Mo Willems as Book of the Week, the latest release in the 'Pidgeon' series to keep young readers engaged (Fahra Daredia explained the session with ARC Bakersfield) and invites locals to visit their branch. Bakersfield Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal environmental review released this week may allow the Bureau of Land Management to resume local oil and gas leasing in Kern and eight nearby areas. Officials say the move could reopen energy development options for the region. The Bakersfield Californian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yessica Reedy from east Bakersfield had her trash bin stolen again, prompting city officials to review the tracking system (officials say theft is rare). The sanitation department tracks bins by serial numbers within 24 to 48 hours, and a review of replacement procedures is underway. Bakersfield Now
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Robert Jon and the Wreck Live
7-11 p.m. — World Records — Ticketed event — Enjoy an electrifying mix of Southern rock and West Coast soul with Robert Jon & The Wreck.
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Bakersfield Puerto Rican Salsa Festival
1-8 p.m. — Kern County Shrine Club — Donations accepted — Dance to salsa beats and enjoy Puerto Rican culture while raising funds for student scholarships.
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The Lovers Rock - Sade Tribute
8-11 p.m. — BottleShock Wine and Brew — Fundraising event — Enjoy a night of Sade's legendary sounds while supporting Kern County students in music and STEM education.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.
~ Anais Nin
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