Tulare County Agricultural Commissioner Tom Tucker announced today that the walnut-buying period will begin Friday, November 3 as the County’s nut theft ordinance continues to be enforced. “Commercial production and handling of walnuts constitute an important industry here in Tulare County” Tucker said. “Unfortunately, some people steal them from orchards and attempt to sell the […]
TICKETS ON SALE! The Tulare Hospital & Community Health Foundation is busy preparing for its 35th Festival of Trees Holiday Gala. “A Vintage Christmas” is this year’s theme and will highlight the evening’s splendor bringing back traditional red and green elements. Please mark your calendars for Saturday, November 18, 2023, 6:00 pm at the Tulare […]
West Hills Community College District proudly announces that both of its colleges, West Hills College Coalinga and West Hills College Lemoore, have been named eligible candidates for the prestigious 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. This esteemed recognition sets them apart as leaders in community college education, showcasing their outstanding achievements and dedication to […]
The Giant Marketplace, a food and resource hub for College of the Sequoia students, has officially opened its doors for operation. Located on the corners of Mooney Blvd. and Meadow Ave. in Visalia, the marketplace — previously a dance studio — underwent a remarkable three-year renovation, culminating in the creation of a small yet significant […]
Autonomy, or the ability to make one’s own choices, an essential for human development and growth. It is especially important for students, who need to learn to think for themselves and make their own decisions in order to succeed in school and in life. However, many schools today lack autonomy, and students are often forced […]
On Thursday, October 12th, SHE hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the first phase of Santa Fe Commons, the nonprofit’s first multi-family affordable housing project in the City of Tulare, located at 537 N. West Street. The event was attended by elected officials, community leaders, and development partners who helped make the […]
For the sixth year, Arts Visalia is pleased to present the Sequoia High School Exhibition. This year’s exhibition will showcase the talent of students from multiple classes instructed by Ms. Toni Lopez. The artists have been working on art created from recycled materials. There will also be student art inspired by the work of Georgia […]
$2,000 per household is now available for those financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The City of Visalia’s COVID-19 Rental or Mortgage Assistance Program, administered by Self-Help Enterprises, is now open for applications. Visalians can apply to receive help with current and/or past due monthly rental or mortgage payments. Maximum assistance is $2,000 per household. […]
A longtime and well-respected Kings County law enforcement professional has returned to the Hanford Police Department more than 40 years after first being hired by the department. Hanford City Manager Mario Cifuentez has appointed Jack Amoroso to serve as the Interim Police Chief until the City selects a permanent Police Chief. The deadline to apply […]
Local businessman, Chris Mathys, has announced his entry into the Republican primary for California’s 22nd Congressional District. Congressman David Valadao voted with no trial or evidence to impeach President Trump. Yet, Congressman David Valadao does not support an investigation nor impeachment of President Joe Biden. This is a betrayal of his supporters and our republican values. Americans are suffering from record inflation, expensive gas, high interest rates, and a southern […]