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Sunday, July 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fernando Jara, husband of Supervisor Leticia Perez, was arrested Saturday at about 3 p.m. for making a terrorizing threat near Alta Vista Drive and Jefferson Street—he is in Lerdo Jail with bail set at $20,000 and will be in court Tuesday. 23ABC News
- ➤ Animal advocates protested for a full investigation after video footage in May showed an injured dog abandoned behind a dumpster in East Bakersfield—supporters held a small memorial outside Rusty's Pizza on Niles St. as authorities have not yet identified a responsible party. Bakersfield Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cooper has been at the Bakersfield SPCA shelter since June 2022 and is around 3 years old after being dropped off when he was about 6 months old. Brian McLaughlin said the calm dog will not grow bigger and walks well on a leash—making him a great family pet. KGET
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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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Nurse-Family Partnership Graduation Ceremony
3:00-5:30 p.m. — Richard Prado Center — Free entry — Celebrate the achievements of graduating Nurse-Family Partnership students and their families in a special ceremony.
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Jake Gill Live Performance
11 PM - 4 AM — Krush Bar and Restaurant — Tickets available — Experience a night of country music with the talented Jake Gill, a finalist from NBC’s “The Voice.”
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Sensory Friendly Family Swim Day for Autism Families
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — McMurtrey Aquatic Center — Registration required — Enjoy a sensory-friendly swim experience for families with autistic children.
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