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Beale Park
In 1908, Truxtun Beale, the only son of Tejon Ranch owner Lt. Edward F. Beale and wife Mary E. (Edwards) Beale, donated five acres of land on Oleander Avenue for the building of the first...
Posted by admin
- Wed Jul 30, 2008 17:08:28 PDT
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It is an unincorporated town just north of Bakersfield across the Kern River, west of the Kern River Oilfield, and east of Highway 99. The amount of land area in Oildale is 6.4 sq. miles.
Most of the original U-2 spy planes flown out...
Posted by admin
- Wed Jul 30, 2008 17:04:31 PDT
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City Hostess and Bakersfield Welcome Center: Sharon Martinez, 1005 El Serno Drive, 396-7266, MARTINEZS@bak.rr.com. Tours, lunches, information, relocation information, newcomer’s packet and more.
Bakersfield Convention and...
Posted by admin
- Fri Jul 18, 2008 17:01:34 PDT
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According to the Kern Film Commission, the following films have been credited to Kern County:
Keystone Cops, year unknown, Red Rock Canyon, The Keystone Cops
Opportunity, 1913, Taft ,Fatty Arbuckle
The Cowboy and the...
Posted by admin
- Fri Jul 18, 2008 16:54:18 PDT
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Are you interested in helping newcomers get acquainted to the area? RAI (Relocation Assistance, Inc.) is seeking part time, independent contractors to assist corporate employees coming into the area due to job reassignment. Duties...
Posted by cjacques
- Wed Jul 16, 2008 16:56:12 PDT
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Is it a restaurant? A park? The Bike Trail? Share your best with us!
Posted by admin
- Wed Jul 16, 2008 14:01:59 PDT
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Having trouble finding something here in town? We're here to help. All you have to do is ask and we'll be happy to help you in your quest!
Posted by admin
- Wed Jul 16, 2008 13:59:57 PDT
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Some things you expect when you move to a new city, but there are always things that catch you by surprise. What has it been for you? What has caught you by surprise?
Posted by admin
- Wed Jul 16, 2008 13:52:01 PDT
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Featured
What made you decide to move to Bakersfield? Or, if you're thinking about moving, why here? We'd love for you to share your story with us. Just hit "reply" and tell us all about it!
Posted by admin
- Wed Jul 16, 2008 13:43:25 PDT
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Why is the Kern River dry?
Just because a river bed runs through town doesn't mean there is always a river. The Isabella Dam controls the river, which flows southwestward from Isabella Lake past Hart Park, after which it is diverted...
Posted by admin
- Thu Feb 21, 2008 13:37:55 PST
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Want to learn a bit about Bakersfield's history? Our interactive timeline is a fast and fun way to learn about the city! (WARNING: Timeline will load slowly, but is worth the short wait!)
Start your own timeline at...
Posted by admin
- Fri Oct 12, 2007 12:07:24 PDT
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Check out the Bakersfield's Just 4 Kids website.
It can lead kids to information that will help
with school projects, career choices, fun
city facts, games, puzzles and more.
Learn about the city's history and the people...
Posted by admin
- Tue Sep 18, 2007 17:01:23 PDT
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Having bulged to more than 300,000 residents, Bakersfield is now in a league with cities thought to be out of our league no more than a half decade ago.
Graphics:
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Check out some charts showing how Bakersfield...
Posted by admin
- Mon Sep 17, 2007 15:23:40 PDT
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Check out the May edition of Bakersfield Life magazine online! You will find the award winners of the coveted "Best Of" awards. These awards are voted on by the readers of The Bakersfield Californian and locals from all ages!
Posted by admin
- Tue Sep 4, 2007 12:23:42 PDT
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Bakersfield is now the 58th most populous city in the U.S. with an estimated 308,392 residents as of July 1, 2006, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
It’s an increase of about 20,000 people from Bakersfield’s July 1,...
Posted by admin
- Thu Jun 28, 2007 21:43:49 PDT
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