Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
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🎭 Culture
The 47th Annual Philippine Weekend in Delano celebrated Filipino culture with music, dance and food as families and neighbors gathered for a two-day event — a display of tradition and pride in the community.
The festival featured contests, car shows and food stalls offering classics like pancit and lumpia — a proud nod to heritage.
🏛️ Government
Federal officials are keeping $40 million from California for not enforcing English tests for truck drivers after a fatal crash, and local trucking schools say the new rule is cutting student numbers and causing some schools to close.
One trucking school said it has long helped students learn English—showing that some parts follow the rule more strictly than others.
🏥 Health
The Alzheimer's Association's Walk to End Alzheimer's in Bakersfield at the Kern County Museum raised nearly $90,000 from over 261 participants so far.
The event is still underway — organizers urged community members to continue donating to support breakthrough research.
🎉 Bakersfield Events
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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.
Women's Basketball Game vs. Fresno State
12 AM – 9 PM — Icardo Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer for the home team in an exciting matchup against Fresno State.
Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra - An American Salute
4:30-6 p.m. — Dignity Health Arena, Theater and Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a patriotic musical tribute with festive marches and stirring classics honoring those who serve.
Hyde Sundayz: Week 2
9:00 PM – 1:30 AM — Ay Mi Pa Mexican Grill & Cantina — $10 — House music enthusiasts will enjoy a night of continuous beats.
Bakersfield Career Fair
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield — Free entry — Connect with local and Fortune 500 employers to explore job opportunities in various fields.
2025 CARS Tour West at Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway
6:00 PM – 8:59 PM — Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway — Cost information not specified — Witness thrilling racing as the CARS Tour West ends its 2025 season with exciting late model action.
Los Admirables De La Sierra Concert
8 PM — La Movida Night Club — Ticket prices available — Experience the vibrant rhythms and heartfelt melodies of traditional Mexican music.
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