California Water Service (Cal Water) has begun construction to install treatment on two Visalia wells to meet the state’s new water quality standard for certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Construction is scheduled to be completed in February and March 2025, respectively, well in advance of the five-year deadline that utilities were given by the […]
The Valley Air District took action today to accept over $8.9 million in additional U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) funding to deploy 26 zero-emission, battery-electric Class 6 and 7 trucks and associated charging infrastructure. “Grant funds such as these highlight the District’s commitment to supporting Valley businesses and agencies in the transition to zero-emission […]
The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) today announced a new rule that will provide notice to the public in advance of applications of certain hazardous and drift-prone agricultural pesticides. The move toward increased transparency regarding chemical use in agriculture was broadly welcomed in the farmworker communities of the San Joaquin Valley and Central Coast where […]
Air quality affects everybody, and the state of the air in the southern San Joaquin Valley holds dire consequences for everyone who lives here. How bad is it? Levels of microscopic particles in the air, levels of ozone, methane and other gases and the constant spewing of noxious compounds into the atmosphere make this among […]
Tickets are now available for the planetarium’s A Holiday Celestial Spectacular on December 19. The evening will feature four showings of the dazzling planetarium program, “Aurora Lights of Wonder.” Visitors will enjoy music by the University Preparatory High School handbell choir, singers from a variety of Tulare County high schools, family games, and photos with […]
Lemoore College proudly hosts the 2024 3C2A Wrestling State Championships at the Golden Eagle Arena on December 13 and 14, 2024. The event will feature the best wrestlers from across the State with nine Lemoore College wrestlers earning spots in the state championships. The Golden Eagle Arena will host two days of intense competition, during which […]
Stan Ellis, a farmer, entrepreneur, and community leader with deep roots in the Central Valley, announced today that he is officially running in the special election for California Assembly District 32. With decades of experience in business, innovation, and public service, Ellis is poised to bring strong, values-driven leadership to Sacramento. “Sacramento’s Democrats and Governor Newsom […]
Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Tulare County Museum! Christmas at the Museum is a festive event that brings the community together for a weekend of holiday cheer, wonder, and family fun. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the museum, located at 27000 […]
The Tulare County Library and the Tulare County Museum are proud to announce an exciting new collaboration aimed at preserving and digitizing outdated media. The launch of the Memory Lab represents a significant step forward in ensuring the longevity and accessibility of valuable historical and cultural materials for future generations. The Memory Lab will open […]
Air quality officials are advising San Joaquin Valley residents that local conditions are cold, dry and stagnant, causing PM2.5 emissions (particulate matter pollution) to accumulate, resulting in higher pollution concentrations throughout the Valley air basin. The air basin includes the counties of San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Merced, Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare and the Valley portion of […]