Bakersfield
Today
Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joe Ducey with the Better Business Bureau warned Bakersfield viewers on 23ABC today about a new job scam that uses text interviews, fake offer letters and phony checks to trick applicants into giving personal and banking information—job seekers should verify employer contacts before sharing sensitive details. 23ABC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scare Valley returns this October at Kern County Fairgrounds, offering haunted attractions every weekend with tickets starting at $30 per person and parking at $5 per vehicle—details available at Gate 31 off Belle Terrace. The event brings local thrills and frights for those seeking a spooky Halloween experience. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Punk rock band The Offspring will launch their SUPERCHARGED Worldwide in '26 Tour at the Dignity Health Arena on Friday, Jan. 16 with Bad Religion as special guests. Tickets for the artist presale start today at 10 a.m. and general tickets go on sale on Oct. 10 via AXS.com and LiveNation.com. Bakersfield Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, October 6, Bakersfield College began Homecoming 2025 with an obstacle course and is hosting a paint and craft event today in the Fireside Room. Planned events include movie night, karaoke, a dance, an alumni BBQ, a parade and a free football game on Saturday, October 11, all using an Atlantis theme to boost school spirit. Bakersfield College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Golden Empire Transit is offering free rides on fixed-route and paratransit buses for veterans and active-duty military personnel on Thursday, Oct. 9—passengers must show valid military or veteran ID to ride in support of the annual Veterans Stand Down at Stramler Park. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ City leaders are considering raising sewer rates to fix the aging system after a proposal met public pushback—officials will hold meetings this month to get community input as they explore funding options through public or private partnerships. 23ABC News
- ➤ Ballots for the November 4 special election for Proposition 50—a proposal to temporarily redraw the state's Congressional districts—were mailed to Kern County voters Monday. The Bakersfield Californian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Clinical trials at Bakersfield’s Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center are advancing breast cancer treatments with personalized approaches including Herceptin—an early trial that started with 12 patients. Dr. Patel explains that ongoing trials for triple-negative and metastatic breast cancer with UCLA show promise and stress that early detection saves lives. 23ABC News
- ➤ Nallely Valadez lost her house, cars, and even handed her kids to her mom when addiction took over after a friend's death—she completed 130 days at a women's recovery center and is now in sober living with Bakersfield Recovery Services. She will celebrate her sobriety on November 13th as she works to rebuild her life for her six children. 23ABC News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new apartment community opened Monday in northeast Bakersfield that combines full-time housing with nonstop health care—prompting questions about its main focus. City officials said the project aims to support residents by offering both living space and on-site medical services. The Bakersfield Californian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bakersfield College started its first womens water polo team, and the players practiced hard after playing their first match in September. The team will play their next game on October 8 — the school plans to build a championship program. 23ABC News
-
Paint Night at Cherry Acres
6 PM – 8 PM — Cherry Acres — $40 — Enjoy a guided painting session under the stars with snacks and drinks available.
-
La Buena Y La Mala & Que Chulada Live
8 p.m. — La Movida Night Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant regional music vibes of celebrated artist Alexis Garcilazo.
-
NOR's 70th Anniversary Festival
3-9 p.m. — Polo Park — Free entry — Celebrate seven decades of community spirit with games, live music, and a spectacular drone light show.
-
A-Z Foundation Group Golf Tournament
8 AM – 3 PM — Rio Bravo Country Club — Fundraising Scramble — Tee off for a good cause at this charity golf tournament.
-
Trick or Trot 5K
8-10 a.m. — Cherry Acres — $25 Early Registration — A spirited 5K with costume contests and a kid-friendly run at the pumpkin patch.
-
Halloween Pub Crawl in Bakersfield
4:30-9 p.m. — Jerry's Pizza & Pub — Tickets required — Embrace the spooky season with contests, prizes, and a night of haunted fun.
-
Black Jacket Symphony Fundraiser
4:00 – 5:30 PM — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — Benefitting the St. Paul Civic Symphony — Enjoy an evening of music supporting a great cause.
-
Whittier Poets vs. Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners Basketball Game
7:00 PM — Icardo Center — Check ESPN+ for broadcasting — Don’t miss the showdown as the Whittier Poets take on the Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners in an exciting basketball matchup.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
About Bakersfield Today
Welcome to the Bakersfield Today, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Bakersfield, California community. If you like the Bakersfield Today, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Bakersfield.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Bakersfield and across California. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Bakersfield Today
A free Bakersfield community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://bakersfieldtodaynews.com/sitemap