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Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Bakersfield, CA – Families across Kern County can help brighten the holidays this weekend as the Kern County Sheriff’s Office hosts its annual “Stuff the SHERP” Toy Drive, collecting toys and personal items...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Light maestro and owner of Lightasmic, Josh Barnett, and Megan Maitland, Director at the California Living Museum joined 17 News at Sunrise to talk more about what is new at CALM HolidayLights this year. “Every day is a new exciting day,” said Maitland. You can find the Candy Cane Express...

The CSUB Pre-Law Society is hosting its annual holiday fundraiser to support aspiring lawyers on their path to success. The event, taking place in the Hagan Oaks neighborhood, features festive decorations, including a nativity scene and a life-sized gingerbread figure. Attendees can enjoy a range of Christmas...

Alessandra Gutierrez joined 17 news at Sunrise with the performance of 'O Holy Night' at CALM Zoo HolidayLights.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern High School District announced the passing of Bill Hatcher, the former superintendent, who died at the age of 83. Hatcher's career began in 1964 as a teacher and wrestling coach at Shafter High School. He became principal of East Bakersfield High School in 1989...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Raíces of Kern is hosting their 10th Annual Toy Drive and Co-Ed Soccer Tournament to support children in rural Kern County communities. Event Organizer Javier Barba joined Eyewitness News Mornings to share more details about the event. The festivities are taking place on December...

After 7 days of gloomy, cold weather, the skies in Bakersfield finally cleared on Friday. That allowed the temperature to hit 50° for the first time since December 4th. Although we had a good amount of clearing in Kern County, most of the Central Valley wasn't as lucky, with clouds remaining in place.

Walking through Southeast Bakersfield, the signs of neglect are hard to miss. Streets are dimly lit, sidewalks are cracked a new state grant could mark a turning point for the community.

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — As another weekend comes to Kern County, our weather is experiencing some changes out there! For one thing, the South Valley saw a breakthrough with the Tule fog and clouds clearing for a few areas on Thursday and on Friday, even more. What will Saturday have in store? Well, the...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Bakersfield, CA – Public visitation at the Lerdo Detention Facilities in Kern County has been temporarily suspended as of Saturday, according to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office. The department announced...