Opinion COMMUNITY VOICES: The meaning of freedom By Amy Richardson Feb 1, 2021 The purpose of a mask is to protect others from a disease, a debilitating medical condition or from death.
Valerie Schultz VALERIE SCHULTZ: In God's eyes, we are enough BY VALERIE SCHULTZ For The Californian Jan 22, 2021 It takes all kinds, my grandmother used to say, meaning that the world would be a dull place indeed if everyone were alike. She sometimes said…
Bakersfield Life EDITOR'S NOTE: Let me tell you about my mama By Ema Sasic Sep 26, 2020 I'm surrounded by smart, funny and beautiful women in my life. These women inspire and encourage me to be the best possible version of myself …
Valerie Schultz VALERIE SCHULTZ: Forty shades of gray BY VALERIE SCHULTZ For The Californian Sep 13, 2020 The number 40 in the Bible is used to signify a really long time before something important happens: 40 days and nights of unrelenting rain fo…
Opinion COMMUNITY VOICES: Be mindful of the downside By Alex Lewis Jul 18, 2020 Grandmothers have long told the young, “look before you leap.” The idea is simple: Be mindful of the downside of any choice.
