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KernBHRS to host annual Hope Through Mentoring Conference
KernBHRS is preparing for the 11th annual Hope Through Mentoring conference on Friday, Aug. 2 at Bakersfield College. Registration closes July 25, and the link to register is online on turnto23.com.
1/4 Californians' turn to alcohol when making a decision according to new study
Cardrates.com released a survey explaining how 1 out of every 4 Californians turn to alcohol when making an executive decision. These decisions can affect your life for the long run. @ericjdockery
Little Free Library in Wasco: made by the community, for the community
Devin Lowe, a recent Wasco High School grad, is chasing his Eagle Scout honors. As part of the process, he opted to do his service project by constructing a Little Free Library for the public to use.
DOJ releases report regarding 2021 BPD officer-involved shooting
When it comes to recommendations from the DOJ report reviewing the officer-involved shooting in 2021, BPD Assistant Police Chief Brent Stratton said many of these policies have already been updated.
Fire personnel set-up camp in Kernville to fight Trout and Long fires
The incident command post in Kernville is the current home of hundreds of personnel who are involved in suppressing two wildfires that, as of July 23, have collectively burned over 25,000 acres
Bakersfield students receive free laptops and backpacks at back-to-school event
Through emPOWERment Dess Perkins Foundation, 200 Bakersfield students received free laptops, a backpack filled with school supplies, and a box of food to prepare for the new school year.
Non-profit organization Children First of Kern County receives a 10,000 donation
Starbucks Foundation supports local non-profit with a neighborhood grant. This grant will be used to help children from the east side of Bakersfield, with literacy and education. @ericjdockery
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