In the News

Kern Ag Week


January

Revisiting Operation "Return to Sender" one year later



February

Rising prices take a toll on local families and small businesses




Cupid's Price Tag: Valentine's Day Costs Surge in Bakersfield




March

Ongoing violence in Mexico begins to impact grocery prices in Bakersfield
Studio 17 AG Week: Growing Ag Leaders with CSU Bakersfield's Grimm Family Center


January

Potential economic impacts of promised mass deportations on Kern County




Trump's tariff plan has potential to impact local economies and global trade



February

Egg prices soar amid bird flu crisis, Happy Jacks menu holds steady

March
 
Kern County Farm Service Agency faces uncertain future amid lease termination

Bike Shops are 'shifting gears' due to tariffs, how will this affect consumers?




April

Economist suggests smaller, gradual water rate increases amid rising costs in Bakersfield

CSUB Economist: Kern County almond growers should brace for potential tariff impacts

May

90 Day Tariff Pause Brings Temporary Relief As Uncertainty Lingers for Locals




Mother's Day on a budget: Kern County moms share what's on their wishlist
July

Tips to save on Back-to-School shopping amid tariffs




August

Child care costs continue to rise in Bakersfield, straining family budgets




Kern County Feels Impact of National Immigration Decline




Tariffs are starting to hit close to home- and the bathroom, too




September

Fresh produce prices climb in Kern County and across the nation


October

Bakersfield Candy Shops Feel Scare as Candy Prices Climb




November

Thanksgiving shopping frenzy hits Bakersfield amid high prices

December

California to Eliminate Plastic Bags at Checkout by 2026

September

Future of 'The Marketplace': Could apartments be on the way?

U.S. adds jobs but some economists fear 'recession' maybe looming

November

Nationwide E. coli outbreak traced to Bakersfield Grimmway Farms

Grimm Family Center for Agricultural Business host Carrot Festival at CSUB

Turkey prices in Bakersfield costs more than national average




Economic pressures forces local Bakersfield businesses to close




December

FUELING COMPETITION: How a Walmart gas station is affecting a local provider