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Cal State is accepting appointments and walk-ins for the COVID-19 vaccine. Together we can slow the spread in Kern County and keep our friends and family safe. Please see the images below for more information.

Tomorrow, Tuesday, March 30th at 10 AM, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) will be holding a virtual press conference with the Community Action Partnership of Kern County (CAPK) & the Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (EOC). They will be discussing the impact of the American Rescue Plan on children and families in the Central Valley. If you would like to attend, register today at https://docs.google.com//12iZYK3eSfghEoFnW_NEDk5/viewform. BakersfieldNow KGET - TV 17 Bakersfield 23ABC Bakersfield KUZZ News The Bakersfield Californian

Cesar Chavez worked tirelessly to help make the lives of farm workers better. We are working hard to do the same for Californiansby using cleaner energy, we can make each of our lives better for years to come. Join the movement for weekly energy saving tips and help us. #KeepItGolden #EUC

Free COVID-19 vaccines for homeless individuals from 11:30 AM to 3 PM on Saturday, March 27 at Weill Park, 2601 Q Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301.

Thank you to all the women who paved the way and helped make California what it is today. Honor their legacy and Keep It Golden by working to save energy each day this month. #EnergyHeroes #WomensHistoryMonth

Read Across America is here! It's not too late to film a video of yourself reading a book. Your video will be shared with Head Start children throughout Kern County. Click the link for more information and to see other special guest readers. http://ow.ly/guIC50DNcb7

As we welcome 2021, we want to thank our fellow Californians for your strength during a challenging year. In the new year, there are so many ways we can push forward and use clean energy together. Check out these tips and use them all year long to help make 2021 the year of clean energy! #KeepItGolden #EnergyUpgradeCalifornia

Rick and Neetu Jhaj donate to local non-profits in honor of daughters Raiya and Rehna's birthdays. Thursday they visited CAPK Food Bank to learn about the impact their gift will have. Thank you to the Jahj family for the donation and for spreading kindness to the next generation.

Rick and Neetu Jahj donate to local non-profits in honor of daughters Raiya and Rehna's birthdays. Thursday they visited CAPK Food Bank to learn about the impact their gift will have. Thank you to the Jahj family for the donation and for spreading kindness to the next generation.

This Kwanzaa you can #KeepItGolden by shifting your energy use away from 4-9pm. Whether you are celebrating virtually or in person, unplug during peak hours! Have a happy Kwanzaa and stay safe! #EnergyUpgradeCalifornia

Scams targeting utility customers increase during times of uncertainty. If you are suspicious about any COVID-19-related postcards, emails or calls you receive from people claiming to be with Southern California Edison, call 1-800-655-4555 or visit http://sce.com/scamalert

Bakersfield delivered Christmas cheer to M Street Navigation Center Tuesday for a holiday lunch! KGET Anchor Jim Scott, wife Robin Mangarin Scott and son Riley all helped serve meals alongside volunteers from CityServe. LeBeau Thelen attorneys and Gazelle Transportation donated to support the holiday lunch and residents raved about the ham, mac and cheese and greens from Nov’s Soul Spot. Thank you to everyone and a Merry Christmas to all.

Happy Hanukkah! It’s the perfect time to power down (from 4-9pm) and enjoy the holiday with those you love. If you’re meeting up to celebrate virtually, be sure to charge your devices during off peak hours to use more clean energy! #KeepItGolden #EnergyUpgradeCalifornia

Throughout the holiday season, it’s important to remember ways that we can use more clean energy, especially while we’re celebrating. As you spend time with loved ones in person and virtually, remind them to power down from 4-9pm when possible to use more clean energy. The gift of clean energy is one we can all appreciate! #KeepItGolden #EnergyUpgradeCalifornia

Kern’s Housing for the Harvest program provides temporary housing assistance for agricultural workers who have been exposed to the coronavirus and need a safe place to isolate themselves. By staying in a hotel away from other people, you can protect your family and co-workers from contracting COVID-19. Quarantine support includes: a hotel room, 3 free meals per day, transportation and a $500 VISA card. Please call 211 to see if you are eligible. #HousingForTheHarvest #CosechaSana

Thanks to Kern Economic Development Corporation for partnering with CAPK during its annual Energy Summit to support families struggling to pay their utility bills during this economic downturn. Join CAPK and KEDC us in supporting those in need this holiday season.

Community Action Partnership of Kern CEO Jeremy Tobias shares his thoughts on what we’ve accomplished during this challenging year and offers holiday greetings for all our staff, supporters, volunteers, and board members who make the work possible. http://ow.ly/bqkB50CPPKT

Merry Christmas! Santa will be here soon and he knows when you’ve been practicing good energy behaviors. This Christmas, consider powering down holiday lights from 4-9pm to help CA use more clean energy. #KeepItGolden #EnergyUpgradeCalifornia