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Congress
Stefi Mar

Ranking Member Waters Urges Fortune 100 Financial Services CEOs to Remain Committed to Diversity and Inclusion Efforts Despite Republican Threats

 Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, sent a letter to the CEOs of the nation’s Fortune 100 financial services companies urging them to continue their diversity and inclusion practices, particularly following threats from Republican Attorneys General pressuring them to divest from these practices, which Congresswoman Waters slammed them for in a recently released statement

Stefi Mar August 8, 2023
Local
Stefi Mar

Derf Reklaw Life & Legacy Lives on In Leimert Park

Family, friends and music lovers came together for the inaugural Derf Reklaw Experience, Saturday, July 29, 2023, 3:30pm-6pm. This special gathering was presented by The Derf Reklaw Arts & Heritage, at The World Stage Gallery, 4321 Degnan Blvd., in the historic Leimert Park neighborhood in Los Angeles.

Stefi Mar August 1, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Free Resources For BC And CSUB Students

California State University (CSUB) of Bakersfield and Bakersfield College (BC) are two of the more well-known higher education institutions that offer Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees plus support for transferring students.

Stefi Mar August 1, 2023
Health
Stefi Mar

Hank’s Mini Market Health Fair- A Good Day in the Neighborhood

I was greeted with by a rare phenomenon on Saturday, July 22. No sky July (think May gray/ June gloom). Luckily the sun made an appearance to brighten up the day for the inaugural Hank’s Health Fair. Hank’s Mini Market, the mart with a mighty heart. Hank’s Mini Market is family-owned curated market serving South Central LA since 1997. Art + Food = inspiring and uplifting our community.

Stefi Mar July 25, 2023
Entertainment
Stefi Mar

4th Annual Leimert Park Jazz Festival Lineup Announced

Summertime offers Angelenos a lot of cultural events to attend. Author Jenny Han sums it up when she stated, “everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August.”

Stefi Mar July 25, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Back-To-School Events In Kern County

The new school year is approaching, and it’s time to start preparing. Several organizations are taking a step to make this process easier for families. 

Stefi Mar July 25, 2023
Local
Stefi Mar

Prepare for Extreme Heat with “Heat Ready CA”

High temperatures during summer are typical, but as the planet continues to become hotter and drier, Californians should be prepared to feel record temperatures and experience extreme heat events.

Stefi Mar July 18, 2023
Entertainment
Stefi Mar

3rd Annual Hollywood Park Summer Bash

I finally was able to attend the Hollywood Park Summer Bash after several attempts. As the popular saying goes “the third time is the charm.”

Stefi Mar July 11, 2023
Features & Profiles
Stefi Mar

Rackets, Resilience and Opportunities: Tennis Transforms Harvard Park

When I look at the eight newly renovated tennis courts at Jackie Tatum Harvard Park, a flood of emotions overwhelm me. It isn’t just the excitement of the upcoming grand opening, but the reflection on the journey that has brought me here—a journey that demonstrates the power of tennis to transform lives and destroy barriers.

Stefi Mar July 11, 2023
Features
Stefi Mar

California Leads the Way: ‘Stop the Hate’ Program Aims to Build a Diverse and Inclusive Society for The Generation of Tomorrow

In a resolute effort to combat hate and promote empowerment within diverse communities, the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has taken a definitive step by channeling funds into the Community Access, Resources, and Empowerment (CARE) program’s “Stop the Hate” initiative. This targeted program, part of the broader CARE initiative, aims to support and service victims and survivors of hate crimes, intervention services like restorative justice as well as youth prevention services.

Stefi Mar July 4, 2023
Entertainment
Stefi Mar

Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles at Walt Disney Concert Hall 15th Annual Season Finale Concert and Special Tribute to Dr. Otis Williams, founding member of The Temptations, to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award

The Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (ICYOLA), celebrates its 15th Annual Season Finale Concert at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, featuring a special tribute to The Temptations and Dr. Otis Williams, the only remaining member of the five original Temptations.


Stefi Mar July 4, 2023
African Americans
Stefi Mar

CSUB Honors Juneteenth With A Panel Of Local Leaders

Juneteenth is a historical federal holiday that honors the first June 19th in 1865 when Texas was forced by Union troops to free all enslaved people. California State University of Bakersfield (CSUB) hosted a Juneteenth panel discussion to honor the significant day. 

Stefi Mar July 4, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

California Braces for a Hot Summer Ahead

As the first three-digit temperatures of 2023 arrive with the start of summer and the Fourth of July, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is taking steps to ensure the safety of residents through any potential emergencies.

Stefi Mar July 4, 2023
Entertainment
Stefi Mar

All the Way Live! at Inglewood Music Festival

Summer has officially arrived in Southern California. By that, I mean the days are longer and bright sunny days offer many reasons to get out and about. Don’t forget to dust off your dancing shoes.

Stefi Mar June 27, 2023
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

TYM4CHANGE Is Adopting MLK Park

Transitional Youth Mobilizing for Change (TYM4Change) will be adopting Martin Luther King Jr. Park on June 29th. 

Stefi Mar June 27, 2023