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Phillip Peters
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Kern Valley Sun
To Submit a Story Tip:
Send an email to:
classified@kvsun.com (monitored by the office manager, Christina Denys
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If you prefer to speak to someone in person, call: Phone (office) (760) 379‑3667
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The Sun is distributed on Wednesdays; the deadline for story submissions is noon on the Monday before any given Wednesday.​
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Alternatively, you can email a "Letter to the Editor" (no guarantee that ​your letter will be published.)
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Start with a brief introduction of who you are and your connection to the Valley.
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Write a headline-like first sentence summarizing the issue.
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Include key details:
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Location and date of concern
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Community impact or community relevance
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Offer to provide:
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Photos, documents, or firsthand accounts
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Interview access to local residents or stakeholders
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Keep your email brief (around 200–300 words) and to the point.
Tips for a Strong Story Submission
Tips for a Strong Letter to the Editor
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Start with a Hook (1–2 sentences)
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Reference the issue you're addressing or lead with a compelling fact or anecdote.
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State Your Opinion or Concern (1–2 sentences)
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Make your main point early and clearly.
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Provide Support (2–3 sentences)
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Share a personal experience, local observation, or key facts.
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Focus on how it affects your community or neighbors.
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Suggest a Solution or Call to Action (1–2 sentences) for example action by leaders, changes in policy, or community involvement.
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If relevant, encourage other readers to care or act.
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Sign Off with full name, town (e.g. Lake Isabella or Kernville)
Bakersfield Californian
Accessible at Bakersfield.com:
​Submit Letters to the Editor through their Opinion Section at: https://www.bakersfield.com/opinion/letters-to-editor/
Otherwise reach out to:
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Newsroom - General Contact & Support
​General Contact
local@bakersfield.com
(661) 395-7384
Toll Free: 1-800-540-0646
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Newsroom - Reporters & Columnists
​Stefani Dias
FEATURES REPORTER
sdias@bakersfield.com
(661) 395-7488
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Peter Segall
GOVERNMENT REPORTER
(661) 395-7415
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Steven Mayer
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT/ENTERPRISE REPORTER
(661) 395-7353
TV NEWS OUTLETS
23ABC News (KERO‑TV / Channel 23)
KBAK‑TV (CBS, Channel 29)
Submit Story Tips By:
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1. Submit an online form at: https://www.turnto23.com/about
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2. Email the Newsroom to: kero.news@kero.com
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3. Call the Newsroom: (661) 637‑2320
Submit Story Tips By:
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1. Call the Newstip Line at: 661.869.2929
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2. Email the Newsroom at: news@bakersfieldnow.com
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3. Call the Newsroom: (661) 637‑2320
