From the April 10, 2026 Edition
By Gary Meyer
The day after a story was published in The Mountain Enterprise about the safety risks of unpermitted roadside food vendors, Kern County Public Health Department arrived on scene to investigate Tacos El …
From the January 16, 2026 Edition
As the glow of the holidays fades, many of us look to the New Year as a fresh start – a time for resolutions and renewed commitments to personal well-being. Dignity Health, a member of …
From the October 31, 2025 Edition
By Sean Ridgway, TME
New changes are coming for child vehicle restraint regulations in California. On October 7, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 435 (AB 435), into law. AB 435 was introduced on …
From the October 17, 2025 Edition
By Sean Ridgway, TME
On October 8, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1264 into law as the latest effort in the state geared toward limiting processed foods in schools. The bill bans ultra-processed foods (UPFs) …
From the October 3, 2025 Edition
By Daniel Schwartz, TME
September has brought a great deal of change, controversy, and intense criticism for the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
The …
From the August 22, 2025 Edition
By Daniel Schwartz, TME
On August 18, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., launched its “MAHA in Action” platform as a means to display …
From the June 27, 2025 Edition
By Sean Ridgway, TME As Kern County braces for soaring summer temperatures, officials are urging residents, especially vulnerable populations, to take advantage of designated Cooling Centers across the region. In collaboration with the Department of …
From the May 16, 2025 Edition
By Sean Ridgway, TME
May is Motorcycle and Bicycle Safety Awareness Month in the United States. Both nationwide initiatives are led by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). As warm …
From the May 9, 2025 Edition
By Daniel Schwartz, TME
With Mother’s Day approaching, Dignity Health is encouraging women to “prioritize health by scheduling regular check-ups and cancer screenings.”
To support this initiative and in celebration of Mother’s Day, Dignity …
From the April 25, 2025 Edition
By Sean Ridgway, TME
April marks Valley Fever Awareness Month, a time to spotlight an illness that affects thousands each year, especially in areas like Kern County. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) warns …