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Kern County Almond Growers Prepare for Tariff Challenges Ahead

April 8, 2025April 8, 2025 - by Lila Chaudhury - Leave a Comment

In the sun-kissed fields of Kern County, almond growers are gearing up for potential economic hurdles spurred by ongoing tariffs. Dr. Aaron Hegde, an economics professor at California State University, …

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Economic Struggles Force Bakersfield Businesses to Close

November 21, 2024November 21, 2024 - by Raj Patel - Leave a Comment

Bakersfield businesses like ‘Simply Me Baby Me’ and ‘Sugar Daddy’s Women’s Boutique’ are closing due to economic pressures and inflation. Owner Ryan Goldberg cites competition from online shopping and changing …