The city of Bakersfield is celebrating a milestone birthday this week. It was on January 11, 1898 when Bakersfield became incorporated, named after Colonel Thomas Baker, who welcomed settlers to rest in his field. Instead of a big 125th birthday party, the celebration has been rather low key. There was a two-minute tribute video played at the City Council meeting last Wednesday night…

The video is narrated by City Manager Christian Clegg. Click here to view the video.