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Kern County Library kicks off 2026 Summer Reading Challenge
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The Kern County Library kicked off its 2026 Summer Reading Challenge Monday. Officials with the library said this year's theme is "Plant a Seed, Read," and celebrates growth, curiosity and connection through nature and hands-on learning that is inspired by food, gardening and the natural world. Readers of all ages can [...]
KGET 17 News · Jun 1
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First-of-its-kind program that connects students with engineers to solve local community issues - 23ABC News Bakersfield
GNews — Bakersfield business · May 30
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CSUB partners with OpenAI for new first-in-the-nation program
KGET 17 News · May 30
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CSUB partners with OpenAI for new first-in-the-nation program - KGET.com
GNews — Kern jobs · May 30
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UPDATE: Central Valley gets a new medical school to address region’s physician shortage - EdSource
UPDATE: Central Valley gets a new medical school to address region’s physician shortage EdSource
GNews — Bakersfield restaurants · May 29
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'I was so nervous': Champion shares emotional journey to Scripps Spelling Bee win
Shrey Parikh nearly quit spelling after a school bee loss, but with grit and daily study, he bounced back to win the 2026 National Spelling Bee.
KERO Entertainment · May 29
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Shrey Parikh wins the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee in dramatic spell-off
Shrey Parikh is the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee champion, after winning a rapid-fire final round of multiple words.
KERO Entertainment · May 29
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Hurtado bill seeking to implement early safety warning system for valley students passes
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The California State Senate has advanced a bill that would bolster safety in schools by increasing collaboration between schools, local and state agencies. Senate Bill 1181, or the Valley Youth Safety Act, would establish a pilot program focused on identifying safety threats in schools by strengthening school district's partnerships with local [...]
KGET 17 News · May 28
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'Live your life': Messages of hope from ambitious valedictorians
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- We have a fresh pair of valedictorians who shared with us how they feel about graduation and their ambitious goals. These students represented Ridgeview High School and North High School, but one day hope to be the next leaders in our community.
KGET 17 News · May 28
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CSU launches three-year degree pathway putting students on the fast lane to graduation
Students at California State University, Bakersfield could soon have the option to earn a bachelor’s degree in just three years instead of the traditional four.
KERO 23ABC · May 28