Good morning, Bakersfield.

Today, the Mission at Kern County will break ground on a 13,000 sq ft facility—adding a larger kitchen that serves about 700 meals daily, a dining room for up to 180 people, a vocational center with 13 computers, and transitional housing for recovery graduates.

The project is expected to be finished by the end of 2026.

Tim Terrio, president of Terrio Physical Therapy-Fitness, has planned the inaugural Screamer Run on the CSUB campus at dusk on Saturday, October 4 to raise funds for AdaptiSport, Bakersfield’s first fully accessible wellness center set to open later this year or early 2026 at the old Red Door building on 24th Street and Chester Ave—participants will run a 5k or 10k and encounter creepy characters and zombies along the route.

Demetrius Ford was convicted by a Kern County jury for attacking Superior Grocer employee Juan Carlos Urvina on New Year's Day 2023 and was sentenced to 11 years in prison—his actions in a parking lot led to fatal injuries.

Bakersfield police are asking for help finding 14-year-old Isaiah Lovings, who was last seen on September 8th at 7 a.m. in the 5700 block of Pacer Valley Court in the Silver Creek neighborhood—police added he is at risk as this is his first reported disappearance.

Bakersfield police confirmed that on September 2, 50-year-old Tyrone Alex Watson died after being fatally stabbed on Brown Street—39-year-old Michael Williams was arrested and is set to appear in court on September 15.

Bakersfield police are searching for 16-year-old Lyla Dawn Howard who was last seen in the 7700 block of Prism Way and ask anyone with information to call 661-327-711.

A judge ruled that Parish Buzzard, 62, who sent over one hundred threatening emails to a Kern County supervisor in March, is competent to stand trial—he remains in jail without bail and a preliminary hearing is set for Friday.

An assistant men's basketball coach at Cal State Bakersfield, Mark Mays, 32, pleaded not guilty to human trafficking and related felony charges—including pimping, pandering, drug and gun possession—during his arraignment on September 9th and is set to appear again on September 16th while facing allegations of trafficking a woman along the West Coast on $500,000 bail.

Historic Union Cemetery will hold its annual Trees of Honor event on Saturday, September 13 where over 11,000 pink ribbons will honor those lost to cancer and bring in local high school students for cancer prevention education.

Griselda Hurtado said the tribute, inspired by her late mother Maria, aims to support families in their battle against the disease — uniting remembrance with health awareness.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Northlane Concert

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

Goat Yoga Classes

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

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.

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.