During the city's budget workshop held last week, Captain Justin Dampier gave councilmembers an overview of the services the Ridgecrest Police Department provided during fiscal year 2023, as well as the department's proposed budget for 2024.
Featured
During the city's budget workshop held last Thursday, council members discussed Measure V voted in by local residents and the importance it had on bringing vital monies to city coffers.
During the budget workshop held by the City of Ridgecrest last Thursday, city staff determined its top priorities for 2024 based on a public survey it presented on the city's website recently.
The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority (IWVGA) is preparing a Periodic Evaluation of the GSP in compliance with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) and State Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) regulations. This evaluation of the GSP could result in amendments to the G…
June is Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, and what better way to add more beneficial tools to our nutritional tool box than by focusing on fruits and vegetables. As we go through life our scenarios, environments and schedules may vary drastically. That’s why having some quick and easy go-to’s…
With a new sponsor, Assemblymember Vince Fong’s Assembly Bill 2019 is in the California Senate.
Cerro Coso Community College proudly honored 64 high school students for completing the Early College Program during its Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 10, 2024.
“It’s unfair that we are expected to understand each other without a lot of work,” Jeff Moore said in the introduction to his presentation on understanding personality types. Moore instructed the Rotary Club of China Lake about how to identify different types of personality and how to use th…
Breaking
“To say that I am irritated with all of you is a giant understatement. Well owners do not know what to do because what has happened is as clear as mud,” said Judie Decker during public comment at the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority board meeting on May 15.
Film shoots and advertising were among subjects discussed at May’s Ridgecrest Area Convention & Visitors Bureau meeting. There were also some Memorial Day weekend announcements from the Bureau of Land Management.
Breaking
On Thursday, the Kern County Sheriff's Office released the names of the two individuals found dead following a structure fire that occurred March 29.
Vince Fong scored a decisive win over Mike Boudreaux in the 20th Congressional District in the race to finish the last months of former Congressman Kevin McCarthy’s term in a special election Tuesday.
The Measure P Oversight Committee met briefly Monday evening and decided to postpone approval of the annual report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023 until next month's board meeting.
For the past 70 years, dedicated volunteers of the Women's Auxiliary of the Commissioned Officer's Mess (WACOM) have been working hard collecting, sorting and selling donated items it receives to sell in its Thrift Store in an effort to give back to the men and women who sacrifice so much fo…
Omni Family Health, a leading healthcare provider in Kern, Kings, Tulare and Fresno Counties, recently announced the names of recipients who received scholarships this year totaling $15,000.
The Ridgecrest Police Explorers receive an award from Friends of the Fair representatives Ricca Charlon and Nick Wakley, for their assistance during the Ridge-Con Fantasy Festival, overseen by Ridgecrest Police officers Michael Petite, Ryan Smith, and Sergeant Lloyd.
“Can I go back now? A year is too long to wait," said Brody Davis, 9, following last year's camping trip he took to Camp Redwood Glen thanks to The Salvation Army.
Rebound. Reimagine. Rebuild.
As the weather warms up and we get closer to summer, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind the public of the dangers of the Kern River. On Thursday, May 23, at 9 a.m., the Sheriff’s Office will be updating the sign on Highway 178 at the mouth of the canyon to reflect the numb…
Ridge Writers will present Drew Muxlow on Thursday, June 6 speaker, with the program “How to Make a Movie in 150” Days. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. in the meeting room of Ridgecrest Presbyterian Church, 633 W. Las Flores. Public welcome. No admission fee.
Featured
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Pink Ladies recently held their annual initiation luncheon for their new officers. They are (from left) Secretary, Jerry Broaker; President, Karen Rivers; Treasurer, Elena Ennis; and Vice President, Pam Thompson. The Pink Ladies volunteer in different areas of th…
Last Sunday, local residents may have noticed the black smoke over the Ridgecrest Landfill caused by a fire inside the dump.
Bakersfield, CA - With early results showing Assemblyman Vince Fong with an insurmountable lead in the final special election to fill the vacant 20th Congressional District, Fong released the following statement:
A local teen was killed while riding his motorcycle May 17 at the intersection of South Sunland Street and East Bowman Road.
00:19 POSSESS CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE FOR SALE 2405210001
Photography and treats were provided by the McIntyre family businesses for May’s Chamber of Commerce After Hours party. Held at the Country Boi Photography studio, chamber ambassadors and guests had the opportunity to see Antonio McIntyre’s workspace while enjoying Mama Mia’s Cakes and Treat…
As the 2023-24 school year ends, the Sierra Sands Unified School District honored its employees, retirees, and volunteers for their service to the district in two events.
A new addition to the sculpture garden is building on post-graduation excitement at Cerro Coso Community College’s Ridgecrest campus.
Tuesday, May 21, is the 20th Congressional District Special General Election Day.
00:49 SUSPICIOUS PERSON 2405200001
On Monday evening, the City of Ridgecrest announced the appointment of Mario Ysit as the new Chief of Police for the Ridgecrest Police Department.
Featured
Altrusa International, Inc. of the Indian Wells Valleys invites individuals interested in joining the community service organization to a Bunco event Sunday, June 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. The event will be held at Central Point - Parties & Art located at 131 Garnet Ave.
Excitement was high during the China Lake Museum's annual fundraising auction and dinner held last Saturday at the Kerr McGee Center. Auctions paddles were flying through the air as numerous attendees got into bid wars over many of the items generously donated to the museum in support of its…
Pending any further court action, the Indian Wells Valley Ground Water Authority (IWVGA) will ask for a "stop pumping order" for Mojave Pistachios.
The Student Government of Cerro Coso (SGCC) celebrated the achievements of students, faculty, and staff at all CCCC campuses and across all academic programs at their 40th Annual Spring Awards Luncheon held on May 2. The following awards were presented:
William Shakespeare’s famous fairytale comedy, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” is coming to Ridgecrest this summer, courtesy of the Community Light Opera and Theatre Association (CLOTA). Directed by Olivia Holm, the play receives a fresh and funny take with surprising new twists, colorful costu…
A man was reportedly robbed after withdrawing money from the ATM at Desert Valleys Federal Credit Union around 4 a.m. Saturday morning.
A 13-year-old boy riding a dirt bike was killed Friday shortly before 6 p.m. after colliding with a car on South Sunland Street and East Bowman Road.
Inyokern residents will soon be paying more for water service after the majority of the board members of the Community Service District voted in favor of a rate hike during a special public hearing held April 30.
Many of you may not know this, but there is a thrift store nearby that is so exclusive you have to have a security clearance to shop there. Just kidding - well, sorda.
The City of Ridgecrest will announce who will lead our local officers as their new chief on Monday.
During the last council meeting, council members authorized a resolution to approve a rate increase for solid waste services for fiscal years 2024-25 with Waste Management effective July 1.
Proud parents and generous donors applauded as 20 local high school seniors received scholarships at the Rotary Club of China Lake’s Scholarship Award dinner.
Next week, the City of Ridgecrest will have meetings open to the public.
“Go to the District’s website. It literally walks people through how to prepare that initial disclosure,” said Indian Wells Valley Water District legal counsel Jim Worth, urging private well owners to sign up to become parties in the ongoing comprehensive water adjudication lawsuit. “It’s no…
The Ridgecrest Police Department (RPD) has recently been made aware of a concerning trend involving scam calls targeting our citizens. These calls are originating from unknown individuals who falsely claim to be officers of the Ridgecrest Police Department, even using the names of real RPD o…
02:27 OPEN DOOR/GATE 2405150002
Dr. April Moore, Superintendent of the Sierra Sands Unified School District, was the guest speaker of this month's luncheon hosted by the Ridgecrest Chamber of Commerce.
OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta recently announced that the California Department of Justice (DOJ) has ended monitoring of the Mojave Unified School District (District), concluding the four-year term of a 2020 stipulated judgment that addressed the District's policies and pra…
Commented
Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles.