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Sunday, September 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Adam Guthrie, a 40-year-old husband, father, and barber student, died in a crosswalk collision on August 17th when a white Toyota ran a red light at North Chester and Roberts Lane—his family now urges local leaders to improve street safety in Oildale.  23ABC News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Nearly 60 years after Filipino farmworkers launched the Delano grape strike in 1965, the Filipino American National Historical Society Delano Chapter gathered on Saturday at Robert F. Kennedy High School—offering tours and seminars that honored the legacy of their fight for better working conditions.  23ABC News

FINANCE NEWS

  • On Saturday, a lottery player at Tehachapi Love's Travel Stop won $1 million by matching 5 numbers in the $1.8 billion Powerball drawing + the win was one of 18 similar prizes from tickets sold in 13 states, and the jackpot was reset to $20 million for Monday’s drawing.  23ABC News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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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.

    Sun, 9/14/25

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  • Katchafire Concert

    7:00-8:30 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — Tickets via Ticketmaster — Experience the vibrant sounds of Katchafire and Ka'ikena in a lively atmosphere.

    Wed, 9/24/25

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  • Militarie Gun, Death Lens, and Milly Concert

    7-10 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — Cost Info N/A — Experience an evening with powerful performances from Militarie Gun, Death Lens, and Milly.

    Thu, 9/25/25

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  • Los Bélicos De Culiacán Live Concert

    8 p.m. — La Movida Night Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of electrifying regional music with Los Bélicos De Culiacán and special guests.

    Fri, 9/26/25

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  • Northlane Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — The Nile Theater — Tickets available — Experience Northlane's new music with their fresh lineup.

    Thu, 10/2/25

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  • Goat Yoga Classes

    8:30-9:30 a.m. — Cherry Acres — Bring your yoga mat — Enjoy a unique yoga experience complemented by friendly goats.

    Sat, 10/4/25

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  • Bely y Beto

    3:00 – 4:30 PM — Dignity Health Arena, Theater and Convention Center — Cost info not available — Enjoy a vibrant family-friendly show featuring beloved characters Bely and Beto.

    Sun, 10/5/25

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  • Saliva Concert

    11:30 AM – 8:00 PM — The Nile Theater — Ticketed event — Rock out with Saliva, the band that brought fresh energy and spirit since 2011.

    Mon, 10/6/25

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