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Our goal is to make the administrative side of running a business feel less overwhelming, with clear guidance, reliable support, and a people-first approach. --- [Skip to content](https://www.onyxhr.com/onyx-hr-insights/author/page-1/page/1#main-content) [![ONYX HR LOGO](https://www.onyxhr.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ONYX%20LOGO.png?width=6720&height=2000&name=ONYX%20LOGO.png) ![ONYX LOGO](https://www.onyxhr.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ONYX%20LOGO.png?width=2550&height=759&name=ONYX%20LOGO.png)](https://www.onyxhr.com) [Get Started](https://www.onyxhr.com/contact) - [Home](https://www.onyxhr.com) - [About](https://www.onyxhr.com/about) - [Services](https://www.onyxhr.com/services) - [Insights & News](https://www.onyxhr.com/onyx-hr-insights) - [Contact](https://www.onyxhr.com/contact) # OnyxHR The OnyxHR Team supports Bakersfield and Kern County businesses with payroll, HR administration, and practical employee management solutions. Our goal is to make the administrative side of running a business feel less overwhelming, with clear guidance, reliable support, and a people-first approach. Oct 5, 2026, 12:42:43 PM ## [October 2026 Payroll Update: What California Employers Should Know Before Year-End](https://www.onyxhr.com/onyx-hr-insights/october-2026-payroll-update-what-california-employers-should-know-before-year-end) ![Picture of OnyxHR](https://www.onyxhr.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Onyx%20HR%20FB%20Profile%20image.png?width=30&name=Onyx%20HR%20FB%20Profile%20image.png) [OnyxHR](https://www.onyxhr.com/onyx-hr-insights/author/page-1) *The Monthly Payroll Brief from OnyxHRUpdated October 5, 2026* October marks the start of the final... 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