Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
Good morning, Bakersfield.
Bakersfield police arrested a 19-year-old on suspicion of killing another teen during a large gathering at Panorama Park early Sunday.
Bakersfield Police are asking the community to help find 15-year-old Myshanay Latrice Beverly who was last seen on August 16 around 7 p.m. in the 3000 block of Pendleton Court—she is described as 5'9" tall with black braided hair, brown eyes, and wearing pink camp prints, a black crop top, and a red scarf.
The Bakersfield Police Department asked for help finding two girls who first ran away on Saturday morning (marking a risk since they had never left home before).
On Saturday evening, the Bakersfield Police Department reported an officer-involved shooting in the southwest — the suspect is now in the hospital.
An illegal gambling casino was shut down Sunday morning in Oildale as deputies seized over $5,000 in cash and slot machine computer hardware from a business on North Chester Avenue—no arrests have been made and the investigation remains active.
The Well Comedy Club in downtown Bakersfield will reopen soon with new neighborhood events—club owner Daniel Betts said the venue plans to host local shows to engage the community.
The Kern County Library has added e-books and audiobooks to its app—library card holders can now access a full range of digital titles from their devices.
This move improves accessibility and offers more options for reading and listening.
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.
Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena, Theater and Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 50 years of ‘Physical Graffiti’ with the son of the legendary Led Zeppelin drummer.
Boots on the Ground Soul Festival
7-8:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Refunds available — Experience the ultimate soulful celebration at Bakersfield's 2nd Annual Soul Festival.
Aaron Watson Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Check the event page for ticket info — Experience the captivating country music of Aaron Watson live in Bakersfield.
Live Tribute Night: Heroes del Silencio, Caifanes, and Soda Stereo
8:30 PM — Rock & Wings — $25 — Celebrate iconic Spanish rock legends with vibrant live tributes in Bakersfield.
29th Annual VillageFest
6-10 p.m. — Kern County Museum — Ticket includes food and drink samples — Celebrate Bakersfield's longest-running food, beer, and music festival with live bands and local cuisine.
The Rayford Bros. Concert
12:00 a.m. – 4:00 a.m. — California Rock Art Foundation — $ — Dance the night away with The Rayford Bros, delivering vintage rock n' roll and surf classics.
Phora Live in Bakersfield
7-10 p.m. — Memento Mori Event Center — Tickets available — Catch Phora performing live on tour in Bakersfield this fall.
Faculty Concert
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Doré Theatre — $12 General Admission, $7 Seniors, Free for CSUB Students — Enjoy a variety of performances by CSUB Music faculty featuring works by Prokofiev and more.
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