Entering 2021 with a healthy mindset Although it's exciting to say goodbye to 2020, the reality is, COVID-19 and stay-at-home orders are still in place. Kern County residents and a local therapist share how they're entering the new year with a healthy mindset. and last updated 2020-12-31 21:32:13-05 BAKERSFIELD, Calif. â After the year weâve had, it only feels right to celebrate the end of 2020, but, of course, 2021 doesnât instantly bring an end to the pandemic. âItâs more lonely. We arenât around as many people but weâre getting by," said Kern County resident Josh Howells. Kern County is facing the reality of ringing in the new year during a pandemic.