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Flames sparked by illegal fireworks in two South Valley cities
South Valley police officers and firefighters had a very busy Fourth of July.Illegal fireworks, lost animals and calls from neighbors who couldn't sleep made it one of their busier nights of the year.The Visalia Fire Department responded to three fires burning at the same time on Thursday evening.Most caused by illegal fireworks or improper disposal of legal ones.Visalia Fire Marshall Corbin Reed says they gave out dozens of illegal fireworks citations."It's frustrating, very frustrating. It puts a large tax on our department. It's difficult to manage that many incidents at one time and also puts the rest of the...
‘Great fanbase’: Ice Cube on why he’s coming to Fresno next week
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE) – The Summer Jam at the Save Mart Center will be in Fresno later this month and one of the artists attending is rapper and actor Ice Cube. KSEE24’s Taryn Mitchell spoke to Ice Cube, whose real name is O’Shea Jackson, about the Summer Jam and what the audience can expect. Ice […]
Dr. Satpreet Singh: Elevating Business Consultation and Community Engagement
The world of tax, audit and business consultation is a thriving ecosystem where professionals act as navigators. They guide businesses and individuals through the complex regulatory arena, all while crafting innovative solutions that streamline financial processes. Their expertise is the bedrock of financial stability and growth, impacting both individual and corporate prosperity.
Fresno EOC offers free summer meals to children across Fresno and Tulare counties
FRESNO, Calif (KMPH FOX26) — The Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (Fresno EOC) Food services will be giving free meals to children in Fresno and Tulare County. Fresno EOC says the meals are free and nutritious for all children during the summer break. Those eligible must be children between the...
Fresno County Sheriff's Office patrols Kings River, urges swimmers, floaters to take precautions
Fresno County officials are patrolling waterways and urging caution as thousands take to local lakes and rivers to celebrate the holiday amid scorching triple-digit temperatures."We do expect an increase of floaters this weekend given it being the holiday weekend for the Fourth of July," Fresno County Sheriff's Deputy Steven Kirkpatrick said.Nine people have drowned in our area this season, and the Sheriff's Office has rescued dozens more from county lakes and fast-moving rivers.They pulled more than 20 swimmers out of the water on Thursday and launched from Cricket Hollow Park in Reedley again on Friday."You guys are looking good. I...
Hollister's Fourth of July biker rally revival halted over safety concerns
HOLLISTER, Calif. — The Fourth of July used to attract thousands of bikers and spectators to downtown Hollister for an annual biker rally, but Thursday streets and sidewalks were empty as just dozens, not thousands, of bikers rolled into town. “This could be a big draw for Hollister. You...
Bacteria keeps swimmers out of Lodi Lake for Fourth of July
LODI, Calif. — Hundreds of families circulated in and out of Lodi Lake Thursday as the city held its annual Fourth of July celebration. People have been anticipating the reopening of the park after it was closed for renovations last year, but, the problem now is that the water is not safe enough for families to enjoy.
Frank Russell closes after nearly 85 years
Shafter lost another icon this week when Frank Russell, Inc. closed its doors on Tuesday. Opened in 1939, the shop has been serving the community, meeting fabricating and steel needs for almost 85 years. Owner and operator Andy Russell said that it was time to do it, and said that...
Public invited to summer camp, swimming and activities at South Fork
Teacher Mary Moyer with her daughter Emily Moyer enjoy a swim together at South Fork Middle School. The South Fork School District is inviting the public to enjoy their newly resurfaced swimming pool at South Fork Middle School campus. And there is more to enjoy on campus this month with summer camps through Kern Valley Aquatics Program starting July 8, among other activities for families and seniors such as aquatics workout classes for under $10 and family swim night.
Red, White and Boom Festival combines community, patriotism
On Saturday, the Wasco Recreation and Park District's Red, White and Boom Fireworks Festival, celebrating the Fourth of July, was a day of patriotic fun and community spirit. An engaging line-up of activities and a grand finale lit up the sky. The evening started with a flag ceremony led by...
The latest Delano Ramblings on Independence Day by Gary Girard, ONLY on DelanoNow
Candidates for Queen and King of Delano’s 79th annual Harvest Holidays celebration may pick up an application at. the Delano Chamber of Commerce office on High Street and return the application by no later than July 1. Participants in the show must be seniors in the fall and reside...
Kern County firefighters battle 142 blazes on Fourth of July
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Firefighters labored under extreme heat as they attacked dozens of blazes on the Fourth of July while dispatchers fielded nearly 3,000 calls, according to the Kern County Fire Department. A total of 142 fires were handled by the department, with firefighters also responding to 313 other emergencies and assisting partner agencies, […]
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