features – The Renegade Rip

Village Fest is a hit with local residents

September 14, 2018

The Bakersfield annual Village Fest took place at the Kern County Museum on Sept. 8, and anyone over 21 years of age had the opportunity to taste from many different beers and wine brewers. The event was a fundraiser for Kern County Children’s Advocates Resource Endowment (CARE). Even though the event started at 6 p.m., there were some people arrived earlier becau...

Bakersfield College students took part in an obstacle course during Welcome Week

August 31, 2018

Bakersfield College’s Office of Student Life hosted a Renegades Rule: Obstacle Course on Aug. 28, on the Student Services Lawn. Campus Center is home...

“The Little Mermaid” impresses locals

May 2, 2018

On April 20 and 21 Independence High School presented their own take on the classic story of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” directed by Heather Brandon. Friday...

Locals enjoy poetry as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Hector Martinez, Reporter

May 2, 2018

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Take Back The Mic, a community awareness event, took place at the Mercy Hospital Downtown Bakersfield, on which several public members got the opportunity to deliverpoems to all those who attended this event during the Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This event was presented by the Alliance Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault. It was on April 19, from 6:30 p.m. to...

“Give Big Kern” helps raise money for various nonprofits in Kern County

Miranda Defoor, Reporter

May 2, 2018

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Give Big Kern is a community event to raise money for various nonprofits in Kern County. This year is the 3rd annual fundraising event, with over 130 organizations participating, Non-profits and other fundraisers are encouraged to participate, along with businesses or sponsors that are available to donate. Some organizations involved are the Alliance Against Family Violence...

Alenda Y. Chang discusses literary intellectuals versus scientists

May 2, 2018

Bakersfield College hosted a presentation by Alenda Y. Chang on April 19 at 7p.m. inside the Levan Center on Campus. This was the 3rd event sponsored the...

Industrial Technology and Transportation Pathway holds employer fair

May 2, 2018

The Bakersfield College Industrial Technology and Transportation Pathway Employer Fair was held on Thursday, April 26 in the STEM courtyard. Several...

BLVD celebrates its Grand Opening

April 30, 2018

The BLVD is a 45,000+ square foot venue and celebrated its Grand Opening on April 19. This is Bakersfield’s newest destination hotspot for families and...

Spectacular World of Science Convention shows the scientific side of Bakersfield’s community

April 15, 2018

A line for booths ranging from rocks to robotics filled the room at the Double Tree Hotel on April 7 during The Spectacular World of Science 8th Annual...

Exploring life and nature at the Wind Wolves Preserve Park

Alexis Pedroza, Reporter

March 11, 2018

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The 5th Annual Spring Nature Festival took place on March 3-4 at the Wind Wolves Preserve Park. The festival included free admission for all to attend...

BC looks for vendors for the 13th Annual Garden Festival

Miranda Defoor, Reporter

March 11, 2018

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Bakersfield College is looking for vendors for the 13th annual Garden Fest. Garden Fest is an annual event coordinated and hosted by the BC Agriculture Department. It will be a free event, on campus, on April 21 at Renegade Park. The event offers free parking and free admission. The Garden Fest is offering free booths to BC clubs, students, and vendors. Anyone can have a...

70th Annual Camellia Show arrives to Bakersfield

March 11, 2018

The 70th Annual Camellia Show took place on March 3 at the Bakersfield Racquet Club and was presented by the Camellia Society of Kern County. The event...