If you’re looking to try your hand at gardening or want to learn more about plants, Zack’s Big Tree Nursery is the perfect place to start with their new make and take succulent garden.

The new Chef’s Choice Noodle Bar location at The Marketplace makes for the perfect well-rounded experience, whether you’re looking to celebrate with family, a date night with your significant other or an afternoon meeting with friends or coworkers.

Artists such as Buck Owens and the Buckaroos, Merle Haggard and the Strangers, along with Wynn Stuart, Jean Shephard, Tommy Collins, Susan Raye, Joe Maphis, and Freddie Hart, are all responsible for turning our Bakersfield into what is now known as Nashville West.

By now, you’ve probably seen the “Indy, Oh, Indy” books with an adorable, fluffy white dog on the cover as he visits local spots such as Sweet Surrender or Cafe Smitten.

Diversity of styles and expression of terroir are strong factors in the worldwide surge of Sauvignon Blanc. While releases from California are abundant, countries like New Zealand, Italy, South Africa and Chile have expanded plantings and production of the once obscure grape.

Food bites from local restaurants 

Former U.S. representative Patricia Schroder once said, “If you want to change the world, you change the world of a child.” These are words that ring true to the Bakersfield Angels organization.

“Making a difference daily” is the motto for the New Advances for People with Disabilities (NAPD) organization, a non-profit that focuses on providing services and support to those with intellectual and/or mental disabilities.

This issue highlights all that Kern County has to offer, from its parks and recreational areas to the film industry of Hollywood using it as a backdrop for more recent films and TV shows.

Macaroni and potato salad dishes tend to be favored for such occasions, but you can never go wrong with a colorful pasta salad.

Here’s one that is simple and delicious to take to any summer gathering - feel free to adjust the mix-ins according to your taste or what’s in your fridge.

“Thar's Gold in Tropico!” read the headline of the Jan. 30, 1960, Bakersfield Californian. No, this was not the start of another gold rush in Kern County but was the announcement of another year of amusement at the Tropico Gold Mine Camp.

If you’ve driven to the central coast of California and passed through Lost Hills in the last couple years, you might have noticed a newer addition just off the highway called The Lavender Garden.

The Mayor’s Ball will return, post-pandemic, Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in Bakersfield, again honoring Mayor Karen Goh and benefitting CityServe, a local nonprofit organization helping needy families in some sort of crisis and transition.

What if the very thing you view as being the problem in your life is not the real problem? What if your perception is actually the problem? After all, happiness is something we choose.

Breed: Pitbull 

Nothing says summer like an outdoor concert featuring a country artist in Bakersfield.

The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, Kern Chapter has teamed up with the Kern County Superintendent of Schools video department to educate and inform elementary school students about the Revolutionary War time period.

Kern County has changed a lot over the years, but the heart of who we are remains the same - it is resilient and has many hardworking citizens that keep it going, day after day.

Luckily, for those who live in Kern County, there is no shortage of recreational activities, from hiking or walking the trails of state and national parks to the slower pace, fishing in one of the streams or rivers or rafting.

When moviegoers watch films in theaters, most think of New York City and Los Angeles as the entertainment capitals where their favorite movies take place. And they would be correct. However, Kern County is quickly becoming another hub when it comes to production for their favorite films and …

Local musician and pastor Jim Ranger is no stranger to reality TV, after auditioning and appearing on “American Idol” multiple times. However, it wasn’t necessarily part of the plan to try out for NBC’s hit singing competition “The Voice” and ultimately to find himself on Team Blake.

In the beginning stages of planning for the First Annual Art at the Outlets at Tejon event, the question “how can we mix fashion and art?” was asked.

July calendar of events

There are plenty of adventures for you, your family and friends awaiting this summer. Check out our list of suggestions. Grab your hat, water and sunscreen and hit the road or trails! 

Known as Rhone Rangers, Paso Robles producers like Saxum, Tablas Creek and TH Cellars forged a path for California Rhone varietals and opened doors for the next generation.

Ingredients:

"Superstore" (Hulu): "Superstore" is a sitcom about a group of strained and mistreated employees working at a multinational retail corporation called "Cloud 9." The sitcom is not just another workplace comedy, however. It's brilliant and practical. Stars such as America Ferrera, Ben Feldman,…

Tahlia Fischer was was only 4 years old when she took care of her first animal. She spotted an injured monarch butterfly behind a planter in her backyard. Realizing its wing was broken, Fischer's first instinct was to care for it. With the help of her mom, Fischer created a safe space inside…

Since 2003, high-achieving high school seniors selected to participate in the Jim Burke Education Foundation’s Dream Builders program, and its year-long sister leadership group Ford Dimension, have been churning out creative and impactful service projects. The Dream Builders' motto is "helpi…

I tried ‘shrooms during quarantine.

The ideal American home usually is based on modern architecture, decor styling and a decent location.

Advocating for your child in local schools can be a daunting challenge for some parents and a battle cry for others. But the goal should be for educators and families to work together to create successful students.

Moving season is right around the corner, and for many people, moving is an experience you only want to do once! However, many helpful tips can make your move a lot more enjoyable. The most important tip is to create a checklist and have a folder on hand. The checklist is to make sure you do…

As the COVID-19 pandemic comes to its natural conclusion, many of us are left with the overwhelming realization that life is precious and have a deep sense of gratitude to those who helped us weather the storm.

Over the years, the traditional definition of a family has changed from a mother, father and children to include stepparents, stepchildren and foster and adopted children.

Families. We all have them — in their many shapes and sizes, hopefully filled with joy much of the time.

California finally opens up this month, just in time for summer, and I don't know about you, but our household is very excited, especially our teens. I think our family is more excited about this summer than any other because, like most things, we didn't know what we had until it was gone.

For some, losing weight is no easy feat, but it's even more difficult to alter your mentality. Stephanie Santos was one of those people who wanted to introduce a healthy lifestyle in her routine and found more purpose along the way — finding confidence and wanting to help others going throug…

Feeling a craving for something sweet this summer? When you walk into Aunt Mae's Sweet Tooth downtown, it's like walking into a literal candy shop. Every turn you take is a new sweet you want to try. Featured on their menu is a bacon toffee that includes small bits of applewood bacon, Aunt M…

Stiern Veterinary Hospital has continuously served the animal community of Bakersfield since 1938, with only a brief interruption when doctors Walter and Robert Stiern temporarily closed the practice for the duration of World War II in October 1942. They assured their patients in the Oct. 5,…

Concert for the Causes, an outdoor concert benefiting three local nonprofits — League of Dreams, Wounded Heroes Fund and MARE Riding Center — will be held June 5 at Kern County Raceway Park.

If there’s a joint that dazzles its customers, it's Wiki’s Wine Dive & Grill. Known for being one of Bakersfield’s best happy hour and brunch spots, Wiki’s has continued to elevate its menu and business to attract more customers.

Our Glass Cage.