Stefani Dias

Much like Val Kilmer in his memoir, I need to open this column with a confession to my reader. I'll keep that singular, not assuming this has a large readership.

For local barbecue lovers, the wait is nearly over. Salty's BBQ & Catering announced this week that it will hold the grand opening for its newest location on Thursday.

We hear a lot about the bigger cities in Kern County but each town has its own unique history and culture.

Squeeze in that last summer read with a bargain this week at Beale Memorial Library. The branch will hold a used book sale put on by the Friends of the Kern County Library on Friday and Saturday.

Local wine lovers can raise a glass to a new option for finding their next favorite bottle.

If there's anything hotter than the weather, it may be the collectibles market. Toys, figures, comics and other pop culture wares are a major draw these days. Luckily for local

‘Fireflies’ When: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7, 8, 14, 15, 2 p.m. Aug. 9 and 16 Where: Bakersfield Community Theatre, 2400 S. Chester Ave. Admission: $27.03 (includes fee), $22.05 for students,

These days, we're all watching our spending, from everyday essentials to family outings.

It’s not often that First Friday and Second Saturday celebrations fall within the same weekend. When they do, downtown Bakersfield activates with a flurry of fun events.

How do you support an annual celebration of art, small business and culture? If you're the folks behind Art Heist, you throw a party.