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SAL students send cards and letters to families of fallen peace officers
In recognition of Peace Officers Memorial week, Kern River Valley Sheriff Activities League (SAL),in conjunction with SALs from Lamont, Wasco and East Bakersfield, recently wrote letters and made cards to the family and co-workers of the four fallen Oakland Police Officers who were killed by gunfire last month.
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Spring Nature Festival features world-class speakers
Valerie Cassity
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Special to the SunThe Kern Community Foundation (KCF) announces $130,000 available for Kern Community Response Grants in 2009. The grants will offer core mission support to Kern County nonprofits that provide basic needs, safety net, or intervention services to county residents impacted by the economic downturn. Maximum grant awards will be $20,000.
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Poetry contest winners selected
Peggy Hickey
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KRVR: water, fire, fish, gazebo on agenda
Valerie Cassity
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'Harvey' a hit with theater-goers
Valerie Cassity
Special to the Sun
Hot rods invade Kernville for good cause
Matthew Martz/Special to the Sun
Local Farmer's Market more than just fruits and vegetables
Kate MacDonald
Special to the Sun
Community Orchestra tunes up for last show of the season
Sandra Hughes
Special to the Sun
Fourth and fifth graders compete in local and California history contest
Bob Woods
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Fuller proposal to streamline nursing education passes Assembly unanimously
SACRAMENTO - Assembly Bill 1295, authored by Assemblymember Jean Fuller (R-Bakersfield), passed the Assembly today with unanimous support. The bill requires the California Community Colleges and the California State University to jointly develop and implement a transfer pathway between Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) programs and Bachelor's of Science Nursing (BSN) programs that will eliminate duplicative coursework.
Wallace Middle School art contest draws talented students
Steve Brucker
Special to the Sun
KVHS to honor Class of 2009
Lesli Anderson
Special to the Sun
Agriculture mechanic skills last a lifetime
Patti McGarvey
Special to the Sun
Chevron's "Energy for Learning" teacher grant application now available
Chevron’s 10th Annual Chevron "Energy for Learning" Teacher Grant applications are now available to teachers in Kern County.Health
Public awaits decision on new KVHD CEO
Susan Barr
Kern Valley Sun
Proposal to streamline nursing education passes Assembly
Assembly Bill 1295, authored by Assemblymember Jean Fuller (R-Bakersfield), passed the Assembly today with unanimous support. The bill requires the California Community Colleges and the California State University to jointly develop and implement a transfer pathway between Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) programs and Bachelor’s of Science Nursing (BSN) programs that will eliminate duplicative coursework.
Have pneumonia? It may be more serious
MADISON, Wis. — It’s an uncommon but potentially serious illness often mistaken for pneumonia. Even if you don’t get ill, it could sicken or even kill your dog. And the risk comes from the soil, so avoiding it during outdoor activities may be impossible.
Unique therapies, new funding earmarked for mesothelioma research
Scott Hendler
Special to the Sun
