Good morning, Bakersfield.

The Community Action Partnership of Kern lost about $1.7 million in funding and had to cut back food distributions after 13 trucks of food did not arrive (empty shelves were noted).

The non-profit is exploring new funding options and launching projects (including a tiny home initiative) while planning to seek additional support next year.

Three Romanian citizens charged with EBT fraud were given bail for $20,000 each Tuesday morning but must prove that any money used is legal— they must also give up their passports, wear ankle monitors, and return to court next month.

The Bakersfield College Financial Aid department will host workshops next week to help new and returning students complete FAFSA, CADAA, BankMobile + scholarship applications, with sessions held from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Room 107 at the Arvin Education Center.

The Kern Dance Alliance is launching its SHINE program that pairs dance + math success at Wonderful College Prep Academy in Lost Hills next week thanks to support from the Wonderful Company and the Women's and Girls' Fund of Kern County.

The curriculum-based program uses kinesthetic learning to help middle school students meet national math standards.

Bakersfield will extend its agreements with the Wendale Davis Foundation and the Community Action Partnership of Kern to cut gun violence using a public health approach backed by a multi-year state grant.

City officials ask the council to approve the changes today—raising payments by $25,000 for one group and $85,000 for the other while extending the agreements until June 30—after noting a decline in group-related gun violence.

Arvin City Council approved a plan to convert its bus fleet to 100% zero-emission buses and must submit the rollout plan by July 30 — the plan sets new bus purchase rules beginning Jan.

1, 2026, with full conversion required by 2040 even as a draft calls for a battery-electric fleet by 2027 to lower pollution in disadvantaged areas.

The Alzheimer's Disease Association of Kern County is hosting a free 'Caring for the Caregiver' event on Saturday, August 9 at Hodel's Country Dining to offer a conference and resource fair on brain health, Alzheimer's research, and self-care—attendees must register online to reserve a seat.

Bristol Hospice holds a camp where Kern County kids who have lost a loved one learn to cope with their grief and enjoy being kids again—children often return later to help each other heal.

The program gives young attendees a safe space to share their feelings and build lasting friendships.

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!

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.

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.

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.”

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.

Concert Featuring LIL KAYLA & LOU DEEZI

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Tickets from $36.01 — Enjoy an evening of Hip-Hop/Rap with emerging artists Lil Kayla and Lou Deezi.

In The End - The Linkin Park Experience

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience the energy of Linkin Park's tribute band performing fan favorites live.