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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A two-vehicle collision killed a Delano woman early Sunday at Panama Lane and Stine Road in SW Bakersfield—Kern County coroner’s office reported the incident. The Bakersfield Californian
- ➤ Highway 178 reopened from Kern Canyon Road to Borel Road after a mudslide closed it over the weekend; county crews cleared debris but drivers should use caution as mud still remains—conditions on the road remain unstable. Nearby, the Little Fire burned 2,548 acres and is 29% contained. Bakersfield Now
ACTIVE NEWS
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jay Tamsi, President/CEO of the Kern Co. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, said the 28th Annual Hispanic Business Conference & Expo will host over 3,000 people on August 28th in Bakersfield and offer a full day for networking and business opportunities. Space remains available and interested parties can call for more details. 23ABC News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Kern County Sheriff’s Office asks for help in finding Stephen Thomas Marek, a 32-year-old man with autism who was last seen on foot leaving his home near Blue Tail Lane and Quail Creek Road in Bakersfield — he is 6'3" tall with dark blonde hair, green eyes and was wearing a light-colored long-sleeve shirt with gray pants. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ A Bakersfield High School student was arrested after juveniles allegedly ransacked the 7-Eleven on California Avenue—injuring one employee—police arrived at 3:40 p.m. but the suspects had already fled while the Kern High School District investigates the incident. Bakersfield Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters battled the Butter Fire in Kern River Valley after a vegetation fire started Tuesday on Butterbredt Canyon Road east of Pacific Crest Trail; 48 acres burned by 1:51 p.m. and the cause remains under investigation. Bakersfield Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Transportation withdrew $175 million in federal funding from California's high-speed rail project on Tuesday, saying no track had been built despite years of planning and prompting a review of all related federal grants while state officials said they would continue working on the system. 23ABC News
- ➤ Kern County supervisors approved a $4.5 billion fiscal budget for 2025-2026 that provides $114 million for child protective services after Genesis Mata’s death—funding will also increase pay for 522 county positions and boost services including public safety and park improvements. Bakersfield Now
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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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