Good morning, Bakersfield.

DDi of Bakersfield is offering free rides today from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. in the Bakersfield area; residents can call (661) 431-3854 to secure a ride, with the service aiming to help get people home safely.

Local veteran Bill Glaspie, 102, came home after visiting Belgium on the 19th where he received the Belgian Medal of Honor for his World War II service — he will travel with historian Arnold Martinez to Normandy in June to honor veterans.

Golden Empire Transit District is offering free rides on fixed-route and GET-A-LIFT paratransit buses today (6 p.m. to 11 p.m.) to help residents celebrate New Year's Eve safely.

Senator Bernie Sanders explained in a recent interview today why he visited Bakersfield during his 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour in April (he also appeared with Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez), noting that thousands attended but reactions were mixed.

Large manufacturers will add folic acid to corn masa flour in 2026 under AB1830 (a measure to help prevent birth defects); small producers remain exempt.

Bakersfield Jazz Orchestra Live

Evening event — Every 1st & 3rd Monday — Crusader Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy live jazz with top musicians in a fun atmosphere.

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.

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.

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.

ADAKC Annual Cinnamon Roll Drive

6-11 AM — KGET — $20 — Support a good cause while enjoying delicious Hodel's cinnamon rolls.

Colorado Eagles vs. Bakersfield Condors

7-9 p.m. — Mechanics Bank Arena — Adult Jersey Giveaway — Catch an exciting AHL matchup featuring local hockey talent.

Catbox, Do You Compute, Jump From The Bluffs Concert

7-10 p.m. — Temblor Brewing Company — Tickets from $13.83 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring three exciting acts.