The Ridgecrest Daily Independent is a prominent newspaper serving the city of Ridgecrest, California. Located in Kern County, Ridgecrest is a small but vibrant city nestled in the Indian Wells Valley. Known for its close proximity to the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, Ridgecrest has a population of approximately 29,000 residents.  The Ridgecrest Daily Independent has been an integral part of the community since its establishment in 1946. As a local newspaper, it plays a cruc...