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Thursday, August 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield Train Robbers pitcher Nick Danbrowney died in a car accident on August 18th, and the 22-year-old from New Jersey who set a record at Ramapo College joined the team in late June and is deeply mourned by his teammates — funeral arrangements are pending. 23ABC News
ACTIVE NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Psalm Behpoor, a 41-year-old manager at Pismo’s Coastal Grill who has lived here since age three, was detained by ICE at Mesa Verde Detention Center in Bakersfield after a decades-old burglary charge was revisited—his attorney and family say he now remains in legal limbo with no hearing set. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ On August 19, 2025, deputies responded to a Dollar General burglary call in Rosamond and arrested three suspects after finding multiple firearms—including an AK-47 and a sawed-off shotgun—and ammunition with drug paraphernalia at a nearby apartment on Diamond Street. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Bakersfield police are searching for missing boys Bruce Sterling, age 11, and Evan Rush, age 13, who were last seen on August 19 at 7:30 p.m. on Pyramid Peak Drive; the public is urged to call the Bakersfield Police Department (661) 327-7111 with any tips. Bakersfield Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Bakersfield food packaging plant is set to close on October 14—leading to layoffs for 127 workers, as announced in a WARN letter by Pactiv Evergreen. The company did not give a reason for the shutdown. Bakersfield Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At CAU, aspiring pilots learned hands-on skills on National Aviation Day—Project Director Del Kienholz described his journey and showed an aircraft used in training on August 19th. Bakersfield Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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In Balance Single Release Celebration
6-11:59 p.m. — Jerry's Pizza & Pub — Cost not specified — Celebrate the release of In Balance's new single 'Forget Me!' with an all-star Pop Punk lineup.
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Phora Live in Bakersfield
7-10 p.m. — Memento Mori Event Center — Tickets available — Catch Phora performing live on tour in Bakersfield this fall.
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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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