Congressman David G. Valadao Statement on Bureau of Reclamation’s Updated Central Valley Project 2021 Water Allocation

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

Yesterday, Congressman David G. Valadao released the following statement in response to the Bureau of Reclamation’s (Reclamation) updated 2021 water supply allocation for Central Valley Project (CVP) contractors. Reclamation initially allocated a mere 5% for South-of-Delta agricultural repayment and water service contractors, later suspending this allocation altogether in March. Today, Reclamation confirmed South-of-Delta contractors will […]

Chris Mathys, GOP primary candidate, begins effort to declare delta smelt extinct

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

The delta smelt could be declared endangered if Chris Mathys, a Republican primary challenger to David Valadao, gets his way. “Federal and state mandated rules related to the delta smelt in California are severely restricting the releases of surface water relied upon by California’s farmers and ranchers. Agriculture products are vital to California’s economy and […]

Superintendent of Visalia Unified School District Dr. Tamara Ravalin Announces Plans to Retire August 2021

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

A press release from the Visalia Unified School District Superintendent of Visalia Unified School District Dr. Tamara Ravalín announced today to the VUSD Board of Education and VUSD staff her plans to retire on August 31, 2021. Dr. Ravalín has served in education for 40 years. Dr. Ravalin states, “The last two years have brought […]

CalChamber talks ag with California Department of Food and Ag Secretary

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross joined the California Chamber of Commerce last week to speak on important issues facing the state’s food and agriculture sector. The virtual event, “A Conversation on Issues Facing California Agriculture,” was held on May 10 and was moderated by President and CEO of Blue Diamond Growers, […]

Arts Visalia presenting: Kalee Appleton and Brita d’Agostino

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

Arts Visalia is featuring the works of Kalee Appleton and Brita d’Agostino through the month of July. Kalee Appleton’s work blurs the lines between drawing, sculpture, and photography to create alluring new forms and shapes that merge both 2D and 3D elements. Also on display are the exquisite collage and installation works of Brita d’Agostino. […]

BBQ, Boots & Brews Country Concert Series coming to Tulare

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

Headliners Parmalee and Jerrod Niemann will perform a string of hits during a live concert at the International Agri-Center® on Friday, May 28. The co-headliners will be supported by the opening act Amador Sons. The seated concert is being organized by Tsidqah Charities (501c3), CZC Entertainment, and RDA Entertainment. “The last year has been more […]

Westlands Water District applauds Gov. Newsom’s drought declaration, investment in water infrastructure repairs

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

In response to California Governor Gavin Newsom’s expansion of the drought emergency to include the Central Valley, Tom Birmingham, Westlands Water District general manager, issued the following statement: “The realities of a changing climate mean California must prepare for longer, hotter droughts that can only be effectively mitigated through collaborative approaches that focuses equally on […]

Citrus Research Board debuts revamped brand identity

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

The Citrus Research Board (CRB) has just updated its brand identity with a revamped logo and an expanded, user-friendly website. Debuting on May 17, www.citrusresearch.org will serve as a valuable, practical online resource for California citrus crop research information. It also will convey news and events affecting the citrus research community, function as the primary […]

“Girrl Let’s Go Out” to hold first event June 4th

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

Now that staying at home is coming to a close, Visalia’s own Katie Parker has emerged with an amazing experience and series of events for all types of women to attend. Katie, age 36, is the founder of “Girrl Let’s Go Out”– a luxury and fun event experience that offers the women of Visalia freedom […]

COS Training Resource Center offering food safety training live online

Posted on May 21, 2021 by Valley Voice Contributor

The College of the Sequoias Training Resource Center (TRC) has been awarded two grants to support California’s Central Valley food and agricultural industry by providing affordable food safety trainings. With many of their trainings being delivered live online, the TRC is excited to start offering some of these classes in person! Depending on the training […]