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Sunday, June 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local shelters in Bakersfield are preparing for a 100% surge in stray animals after July 4 fireworks may frighten pets — LA rescue group Pups Without Borders will assist, and shelters will offer free microchips this Saturday to help owners identify lost animals. 23ABC News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is investigating the death of inmate Jose Rodriguez—found unresponsive in his cell on June 27th—after cellmate Steven Miranda was removed as officials probe the homicide. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ The Bakersfield Police Department is seeking help locating at-risk missing adult Maximo Oseguerafarias, 34, who was last seen on June 27 at 8:30 p.m., in the 700 block of 8th St in central Bakersfield, described as 5'9 tall, 190 pounds with black hair and brown eyes while wearing a grey/black T-shirt and shorts, and authorities urge anyone with information to call BPD (661) 327-7111. Bakersfield Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Razz Reynolds, known as the Roaming Hillbilly, will perform at the 25th Annual Benz Bad Bullz Rodeo (held at Tehachapi Event Center) on July 4th. The event will start at 4 p.m. and feature bull riding (beginning at 6 p.m.) before ending with a fireworks show by the city. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ The Dolores Huerta Peace & Justice Cultural Center broke ground in downtown Bakersfield yesterday, as synchronized clapping filled the air when Dolores Huerta climbed onto a stage built on what was an empty lot—marking the start of a new cultural venue in the city. The Bakersfield Californian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 1,600 customers lost power Saturday afternoon in north Bakersfield—areas affected stretched from Hageman Rd. to Ethcart Rd. PG&E said power was expected to be restored by 5:15 p.m.—the outage affected at least 1,692 customers. Bakersfield Now
SHOP NEWS
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El Jerry Gerardo Coronel & Más
9 p.m. — La Movida Night Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience vibrant Latin rhythms and energetic performances from Erick Y La Zecta.
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Bakersfield Train Robbers vs. Dublin Leprechauns
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Sam Lynn Ballpark — Ticket availability and fair pricing — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup in Bakersfield.
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Soccer Camp in Bakersfield
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Kaiser Permanente Sports Village Soccer Complex — Registration required — Enhance skills with Real Madrid Foundation coaches in a fun and inclusive environment.
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Tribute to Café Tacvba by La Chilanga Band
7 PM — Rock & Wings — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant fusion of Latino and pop music with La Chilanga Band.
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Bakersfield Train Robbers vs. Monterey Amberjacks
6:30-8 p.m. — Sam Lynn Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Watch the excitement as the local Train Robbers take on the Amberjacks in a thrilling baseball showdown.
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Bakersfield Train Robbers vs. Monterey Amberjacks
6:30-8 p.m. — Sam Lynn Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of a live baseball game featuring the local Train Robbers and the Amberjacks.
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Millionaires Concert
9:00 – 10:30 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — Tickets starting at $24.12 — Dance the night away with Millionaires and Blade Trip rocking the stage!
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Back To Black - Amy Winehouse Tribute
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — Tickets from $21.03 — Celebrate the music of Amy Winehouse with live performances and a vibrant atmosphere.
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