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Wednesday, December 24th, 2025
Good morning, Bakersfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CAP-K held a walk-up food distribution outside the Kern County Human Services building, assembling food boxes with perishables, nonperishables, and snacks for about 300 families in need ahead of the holiday season. 23ABC News
- ➤ Today, KVPR aired an end-of-year episode of Central Valley Daily that reviewed the news cycle of 2025 and outlined what to expect next year. The broadcast (published at 4:45 a.m.) highlighted key developments such as new laws and changes in immigration data. KVPR
- ➤ The Misson at Kern County is hosting a free community meal today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 821 E 21st Street — free gifts and toys will be provided for kids on site. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Veteran Daniel Hacker (a former Marine and Taft College student) was surprised with a restored 2016 Hyundai Elantra after being nominated by the Taft College Foundation. Volunteer technicians at Caliber Collision’s new center near Taft restored the car to ease his commute to classes and work. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ During the holiday season, the USPS urges Bakersfield shoppers to use Informed Delivery and request signature confirmation to help prevent package theft; using tracking apps plus security cameras can ensure gifts reach their recipients safely. Bakersfield Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Padre Hotel is a historic 198-room Spanish Colonial Revival property at 18th and H Streets that opened in 1928 and hosted movie stars such as Clark Gable + Carole Lombard. Once derelict and now revived as a boutique hotel, it anchors downtown revitalization in Bakersfield. KVPR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kern County Public Works set up nine sandbag stations (Bakersfield, Frazier Park, Lake Isabella, Lamont, Lebec, McFarland, Mountain Mesa, Tehachapi and Wofford Heights) as the county braced for heavy rainfall, and residents are advised to bring their own shovels and sandbags, which are available at local hardware stores. KUZZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kern County health officials warn that strong winds stirring up dust raise valley fever risks. Residents with pre-existing conditions should limit outdoor activities, wear N95 masks, and monitor weather forecasts while officials note that upcoming rain may help ease dust levels + later promote fungal growth. Bakersfield Now
- ➤ Doctors in Kern County warn flu cases and pediatric infections are rising as positivity rates jumped from 2.34% to 11.86% on Dec. 18 — they expect more patients following the Christmas holidays. They advise residents to get vaccinated to guard against severe symptoms. 23ABC News
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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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Fog Run
4-8 p.m. — Lake Ming, Bakersfield, CA — Registration required — Participate in the 36th Annual 5K-10K Fog Run to support at-risk individuals in Kern County.
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Comedy Night with David Koechner
6:30-10:00 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — $35 General Admission ($50 Preferred Seating) — Enjoy a night filled with laughs from actor and comedian David Koechner.
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A Time to Laugh
7-9 p.m. — Doré Theatre — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience the healing power of laughter with clean comedy from Marcus D. Wiley.
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ADAKC Annual Cinnamon Roll Drive
6-11 AM — KGET — $20 — Support a good cause while enjoying delicious Hodel's cinnamon rolls.
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Colorado Eagles vs. Bakersfield Condors
7-9 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — Adult Jersey Giveaway — Catch an exciting AHL matchup featuring local hockey talent.
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