Bakersfield
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Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community groups walked students to school on Friday at Williams Elementary to honor Ruby Bridges and push for safer travel routes. The effort highlighted unsafe crossings along Niles Street (next to Dollar General) and will be presented to city officials for improvement. 23ABC News
- ➤ The Salvation Army has seen a record rise in assistance requests amid dwindling donations as families struggle with basic expenses. Donation opportunities open (Dec. 13) at Shops at Riverwalk, where residents can contribute to local charities. Bakersfield Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ PG&E advises Bakersfield customers to safeguard their accounts as nearly 500 residents have fallen prey to utility scams this holiday season (callers threaten immediate power loss) and urges them to hang up and verify details online. Bakersfield Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Williams Elementary School hosted the first Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Friday, focusing on walking safety and promoting kindness among students. The Bakersfield Californian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kern County Sheriff's Office is hosting its final hiring event of the year today at the regional training center on Norris Road. Candidates should wear athletic clothing as they will have a chance to practice the physical ability test starting at 8:00 a.m. — testing begins at 10:00 a.m. 23ABC News
- ➤ A Kern County Superior Court judge lifted the order blocking oil permits, potentially ending a dispute that lasted since 2015 (the move restarts the county's permitting process). The Bakersfield Californian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mercy Southwest Hospital will open its Thomas M. Hardt Tower on Monday, Dec. 8, adding 106 beds and advanced services to ease capacity challenges. The $47-million expansion includes an intensive care unit, expanded women’s services, and 370 parking spaces while creating 240 jobs in Bakersfield. 23ABC News
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CSUB Holiday Concert
3-5 p.m. — Doré Theatre — $12 General Admission, $7 Seniors and Students, CSUB Students Free — Experience festive performances from local music groups in a theatric setting.
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Gryffindor House Celebration
5-11:30 p.m. — Bakersfield Elks Lodge #266 — Ticket entry — An enchanting evening filled with courage, trivia, and a themed feast honoring Gryffindor's legacy.
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Philip Labes and The Opener Screening
7-10 p.m. — Doré Theatre — Tickets available at the door — Catch the inspiring documentary followed by a live performance and autograph session with Philip Labes.
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Hanukkah 8 Krazy Kilometers Fun Run
8:30 AM – 6:00 PM — Panorama Vista Preserve — Registration required — Celebrate Hanukkah with a fun run for all ages through the beautiful landscape of Bakersfield.
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Nobel University Knights vs. CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners Men's Basketball
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Icardo Center — Ticket prices may apply — Cheer on the local Knights as they face off against the Roadrunners in an exciting basketball showdown.
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Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet
11 AM – 2 PM — The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater — $63 per ticket — Experience a magical ballet with international dancers and whimsical puppetry this holiday season.
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Women's Basketball Match: CSUB vs. Eastern Washington
2-5 p.m. — Icardo Center — Tickets from $11.20 — Catch an exciting women's basketball game as CSUB faces off against Eastern Washington.
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Bakersfield Condors vs San Diego Gulls
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch as the Bakersfield Condors take on the San Diego Gulls in an exciting hockey matchup.
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NYE 90's Party
9:00 – 11:30 PM — The Padre Hotel — $20 presale — Dance the night away at a 90's themed NYE celebration with Social Vibe and special features.
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Bakersfield Jazz Orchestra Live
Evening event — Every 1st & 3rd Monday — Crusader Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy live jazz with top musicians in a fun atmosphere.
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