The articles in this blog are not the property of KCSG.  Links to the original publications are provided. County officials decry impact of health mandate  Bakersfield Californian Kern County doesn’t have a choice about the Affordable Care Act.  ”You must comply with this law or you must pay a penalty,” County Administrative Officer Nilon told [...]

This article is not the property of KCSG.  A link to the original publication is provided. Cities and counties could dramatically restrict the information they release to the public without explanation under a bill approved by the state Legislature and sent to Gov. Jerry Brown. The change makes it optional for local governments to comply [...]

The articles in this blog are not the property of KCSG.  Links to the original publications are provided. JOSE GASPAR: New council member has heavy burden to bear  Bakersfield Californian The special election held earlier this month produced some most interesting observations. First, the Bakersfield City Council has some new blood with the election of [...]