An opinion by Jerrod Jensen The state finally released 2021/22 testing results. The tragic loss of learning when schools were closed during Covid is now apparent with latest 2021/22 state test results. They kept them buried long enough to minimize analysis before the November election of school boards. Dr. Oto was Superintendent in 2018/19, Dr. […]
It is no secret that our school district has been declining for several years. When you’re voting in this election, please consider the following facts: The current board consists of six new board members added since 2018. Two board members were elected in 2018; two were elected in 2020, and two were appointed in late […]
As a former Tulare Cemetery District Board member and as a mother whose son is buried in the Tulare Cemetery I would like to say a few things about the current Tulare Cemetery District Board and management. At the end of the last two months that we had financial reports, the cemetery was in the […]
A press release from the City of Visalia Join the City of Visalia for a public meeting on the Housing Element Update on Wednesday, October 26th at 5 p.m. This community workshop is the first event engaging residents and stakeholders throughout the city and will be held virtually via Zoom. All residents within the community […]
A press release from California Farm Bureau In Endorsing First Democrat of 2022 Election Cycle, CFB Recognizes Fiona Ma’s Long History of Advocacy and Leadership for the Agriculture Economy California State Treasurer Fiona Ma’s campaign for re-election today announced the endorsement of the California Farm Bureau. The endorsement speaks to Treasurer Ma’s long history of […]
A press release from the California Chamber of Commerce Newspapers across California are urging their readers to vote no on Proposition 29, a November ballot measure that would require dialysis clinics to maintain, at the dialysis clinic’s expense, at least one licensed physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant on site during all times that in-center dialysis […]
A press release from the California Chamber of Commerce The California Chamber of Commerce is urging all Californians to vote NO on Proposition 30. California’s ability to compete depends on attracting and retaining entrepreneurs and investors. The reality is that the new taxes proposed in Proposition 30 will drive investment out of the state. To […]
Sierra View Medical Center (SVMC) has begun implementing Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and Influenza (Flu) restrictions to prevent the spread of these viruses to those who are more susceptible. SVMC will keep visitation restrictions enforced for the safety of patients, visitors, and staff until spring of 2023 and will reevaluate again at that time. Visitors […]
The Sequoia Riverlands Trust community is mourning the loss of SRT Board Chair and longtime friend and conservation leader Mike Chrisman, a fourth-generation Californian who passed away in Visalia, California on Tuesday, October 11, 2022. Mike died after a months-long battle with cancer at age 78. “Mike’s mentorship and guidance helped establish a firm foundation […]
Bob Ainley is a candidate for the Visalia City Council District 4 seat on the November 2022 ballot. I am glad to see Bob running for this seat, as I believe he is both qualified and well suited to represent the citizens of District 4. I’ve known Bob and his family for many years. They […]