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Visalia Fire responds to fires caused by illegal, legal fireworks
VISALIA, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Visalia Fire Department responded to 65 service calls during the Fourth of July, as well as battling several fires provoked by illegal fireworks within a 24-hour period, firefighters said. Fire officials say they handled 65 service calls in a 24-hour period, with one of them involving an incident that firefighters […]
Man arrested after shooting at law enforcement officers in Woodlake, deputies say
WOODLAKE, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A man has been arrested for allegedly shooting at law enforcement after a hit and run in Woodlake, the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies, along with other agencies, responded to the 23800 block of Avenue 324 in Woodlake for a traffic accident just before 10 p.m. on Thursday. Deputies say […]
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...
Despite record heat, fireworks pollution declines in Fresno for holiday
San Joaquin Valley cities saw a surprising decline in fireworks-related air pollution this Fourth of July from recent years, despite record heat and dry grasses fueling concerns about secondary fires. The valley’s air benefitted from “thermally driven northwesterly winds,” according to Valley Air chief spokesperson Jaime Holt, in an email....
Tulare real estate tax roll hits nearly $50B, up 8.5% from last year
Tulare County Assessor Tara K. Freitas announced the annual assessment roll is $49.97 billion, an 8.5% increase from last year. The post Tulare real estate tax roll hits nearly $50B, up 8.5% from last year appeared first on The Business Journal.
Addiction nonprofit owner speaks out regarding loan lawsuit
Flindt Andersen, founder and executive director of the nonprofit Parents and Addicts in Need (PAIN) and CEO of New Perceptions The post Addiction nonprofit owner speaks out regarding loan lawsuit appeared first on The Business Journal.
Tulare County firefighters respond to early morning fire in Cutler
The Tulare County Fire Department responded to a residential fire early Friday morning. Firefighters responded to the fire at Avenue 404 and Mueller Road in Cutler. TCFD says that all occupants in the residence made it out safely. TCFD says the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
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.
2 California sisters in ICU with botulism amid outbreak traced to home-canned nopales
A family party near Fresno, California, resulted in 10 people being treated for botulism, a rare but serious illness caused by bacteria that affects the nervous system, public officials said Friday. The culprit in the outbreak? Home-canned nopales, or cactus pads. Two sisters are currently recovering in intensive care, a...
9 people displaced after 4-alarm fire spreads to several homes in Modesto
MODESTO – Several people have been displaced after a four-alarm fire that damaged several Modesto homes the morning after the Fourth of July. Modesto Fire says crews responded to the scene near Terminal and Coldwell avenues just after 5 a.m.Firefighters found that a home under construction had caught fire. Flames were also started to spread to buildings on both sides of the structure. The fire prompted a four-alarm response, Modesto Fire says. Units from Oakdale and Turlock were brought in to help.Crews were able to contain the flames, but not before a duplex and two other residences were affected by the fire.A total of nine people have been displaced, Modesto Fire says. The main structure that caught fire is believed to be a total loss, but officials have not detailed the extent of damage the other homes suffered. Firefighters say two people also had to be evaluated for injuries at the scene, but both refused treatment. Exactly what started the fire is still under investigation.
Proven winner Mary Beth Gunn joins Pacific as head women’s tennis coach
When Mary Beth Gunn arrived at Southeast Missouri State University in 2016, she took over a program that finished 2-20 overall and had not posted a winning record in nine seasons. Fast forward to 2024, when Gunn was named head coach of University of the Pacific women’s tennis program after...
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...
Habitat SLO County announces new furniture restoration challenge
– Habitat for Humanity San Luis Obispo County (Habitat SLO) is holding a ReStore-It Challenge to support local affordable housing for families in need and promote sustainability. From June 4 to July 31, participants can enter by purchasing a $20 ReStore credit and taking home a piece of furniture to fix up from the San Luis Obispo or Paso Robles ReStore locations. Participants must return the restored furniture to the respective store by July 31 for customer voting. Winners will be announced Aug. 17 at The Big Deal ReStore Anniversary Event.
Paso Robles Police arrest reports for June 23-30
Lunalopez, Francisco, 34, of Paso Robles, was arrested on June 23 at 10:46 am at 3531 Spring St for suspected violations of driving under the influence of alcohol (23152(A) VC), driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher (23152(B) VC), and hit and run resulting in property damage (20002 VC).
Local choir tours Ottawa, Montreal for collaborative concerts
– Canzona Women’s Ensemble recently completed a choral tour to Eastern Canada, collaborating with two other women’s choral ensembles in two concerts. The first concert took place in Ottawa on Saturday, June 15, at Dominion College, hosted by Cantiamo Women’s Choir, directed by Jackie Hawley. The second concert was held in Montreal on Sunday, June 16, at Oscar Peterson Hall, hosted by the Chorale du Gesu, directed by Patricia Abbott. Canzona is directed by co-conductors Cricket Handler and Jill Anderson.
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