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Friant Water Authority July 25, 2024
The Friant Water Authority board of directors met at the Bello Vita Event Venue in Visalia on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Chairman Jim Erickson called things to order at 10:15am or so. The FWA board meets in closed session before open session. There was nothing to report from the open session. Director Cliff Loffler led us in prayer, asking God for wisdom beyond just a canal full of water.
City of Lindsay to operate own animal shelter
With the city of Porterville no longer providing services for the city of Lindsay, it was determined its only viable option was to operate its own animal shelter for the time being. Lindsay Public Safety acting director Ryan Heinks gave a report on the options city staff reviewed to provide...
Hanford Renaissance Fair to charge admission for the first time
The Hanford Renaissance Fair will charge admission for the first time in its 45 year history when it opens later this year. Hanford Parks and Community Services Director Brad Albert said there were several reasons for the decision to add an entrance fee for this year's event. The fee is $5 for admission, an amount Albert called "modest" in light of the rates charged at other fairs in the surrounding communities.
Hanford, Lemoore libraries will close for nearly a year during renovations
Nearly one year ago, the Kings County Library announced the awarding of more than $13 million in grant funds through an initiative designed to improve efficiency, modernize safety, improve access for disabled visitors, and address critical infrastructure and maintenance problems. While no firm date is in place, the Hanford and...
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