Happy Wednesday! This week is moving fast! We are halfway through with some brief updates. Check out the latest.

Today’s brief includes:

• 🔫Gun Safety

• 🔵Bakersfield Arch

• Anti-Aging Bill

• 🗓️ Future Events

• ...and more

Enjoy!

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Brief Update…

🔫Safety First

Bakersfield's gun violence reduction strategy, launched in 2022, has led to a 57% decrease in homicides and a 60% drop in shootings as of December 2024. The initiative takes a data-driven, community-based approach, partnering with nonprofits to break the cycle of violence. Officials credit mentoring and gang intervention programs for the success. Delano also reported zero gang-related homicides in 2024. City leaders remain committed to further reducing crime and making Bakersfield a safer place to live.

source: turnto23.com

New Bakersfield Arch

Bakersfield is building a new blue-and-gold arch on Wible Road near the Auto Mall, inspired by the original Union Avenue landmark. The project aims to create a “sense of place” and honor the city’s auto industry. Designed with input from local car dealers, the arch will feature digital messaging but won’t include a footbridge or span the road. The idea was originally proposed by former Councilmember Chris Parlier.

source: msn.com

Anti-Aging Age Limit

A California bill seeks to ban the sale of anti-aging skincare products with ingredients like retinol and glycolic acid to anyone under 18. Introduced by Assemblyman Alex Lee, the bill aims to protect young skin from potential harm. If passed, retailers would be required to verify buyers' ages. Similar efforts are emerging in other states as concerns grow over young consumers’ use of adult skincare products. The bill could influence national industry standards.

source: nytimes.com

Events

• Bored Teachers Comedy Tour - 2/21 - The Fox Theater

  • Bored Teachers' "The Struggle is Real!" Comedy Tour is back with all-new material. Known for viral videos, a top-ranked podcast, and sold-out shows in 49 states, they bring humor to over 150,000 teachers. Their stand-up resonates with anyone who’s ever been in a classroom, making it a must-see comedy event.

• Asterisk Run Club 5k - 2/22 - starts at UpMarket

• Girl Girl Girl Street Fair - 3/1 - Jerry’s Pizza

  • Calling all Girl businesses! Come together for a vendor street fair!

• Boots in the Park - 3/7 - Bakersfield Sports Village

• Chicago the Musical - 3/17 - Mechanics Bank Theater

• AKC Dog Show - 3/27-3/30 - KC Fairgrounds

• Bakersfield Marathon - 3/30 - Kern County Museum

• Haggard Boxcar Music Festival - 4/5 - KC Museum

• Mac & Cheese Fest - 4/19 - Location TBD

• Mud Factor - 4/26 - Kern County Raceway Park

• Luke Bryan - 5/17 - Sillect Farms in Shafter

• Lightning in a Bottle - 5/21-5/25 - Buena Vista Lake

• Nick Swardson: Toilet Head - 10/11 - The Fox Theater

Kid Brief

Events

• 3/1 - Kids Vendor Fest at Jerry's Pizza & Pub

• 3/13 - Moms Night Out – Belcourt Village

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