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The county derives its name from the Kern River which was named for Edward Kern, cartographer for General John C. Fremont's 1845 expedition, which crossed Walker Pass. (Wikipedia)
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When was Kern County Museum created?
Kern County Museum was created in 1941.
When was Kern County Library created?
Kern County Library was created in 1900.
What state is Kern County located in?
Kern County is located in the heart of the state of California. Kern County is a growning community with a variety of industries and recreational opportunities.
How do you know if you have an arrest warrant in kern county?
Call the Kern County Sheriff's Office and ask.
Is Cache Creek in Kern County Indian Land?
Cache Creek is in Kern County, California
When was Kern County Hall of Records created?
Kern County Hall of Records was created in 1909.
What does the abbreviation KCNC stand for?
KCNC is the Kern County Network for Children. The Kern County Network for Children was created in 1992 and assists family service agencies from the Kern County.
What is the budget of Kern County Sheriff's Department?
The budget of Kern County Sheriff's Department is 16,900,000 dollars.
When was Kern County Chamber of Commerce Building created?
Kern County Chamber of Commerce Building was created in 1928.
How many square miles Kern County California?
Kern County, CA covers 8,161 square miles.
What is the web address of the Kern County Museum in Bakersfield California?
The web address of the Kern County Museum is: http://www.kcmuseum.Org
What county in California starts with the letter k?
Kern County.
