Sen. Grove’s Accountability in Children’s Treatment Act is heading to the Governor’s desk for signature

Posted on August 30, 2024 by Valley Voice Contributor

Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) is pleased to announce her bipartisan legislation, Senate Bill 1043, the Accountability in Children’s Treatment Act, has passed through the California State Legislature and will move to the Governor’s desk for signature. Celebrity advocate Paris Hilton and her nonprofit organization 11:11 Media Impact are the sponsor of the measure. California’s short-term residential therapeutic programs […]

Rawhide to play on in Visalia

Posted on August 30, 2024September 1, 2024 by Allison Mackey

The Visalia Rawhide and the City of Visalia have reached an agreement to upgrade Valley Strong Ballpark to meet current Major League Baseball facility standards, thereby enabling Visalia to continue to host professional baseball in the community. Minor League Baseball has been a part of Visalia since 1946. “We are excited to be continuing […]

Visalia City Council Candidates Forum October 10 hosted by LWVTC

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Catherine Doe

Are you happy with how Visalia is managed or do you want change? October 10 will be your opportunity to meet the candidates face to face and ask them your questions. The League of Women Voters of Tulare County Visalia City Council Candidates Forum will be held October 10 at the Tulare County Office of […]

Experience the Ultimate Carnival Fun at the 2024 Tulare County Fair with Helm & Sons Amusements!

Posted on August 28, 2024 by Payton Ryan

Get ready for a carnival extravaganza at the 2024 Tulare County Fair, brought to you by the renowned Helm & Sons Amusements! From exciting rides to fun-filled games, this year’s carnival promises non-stop excitement for the whole family from September 11th to 15th. Carnival hours will follow the Fair hours this year. “Davey Helm and […]

Tulare City School Board Member Connie Diaz Launches Strong Campaign for the College of the Sequoias Board

Posted on August 28, 2024 by Valley Voice Contributor

Tulare City School Board Member Connie Diaz is off to a strong start in her bid to serve on the College of the Sequoias Board. After completing the required paperwork with the Tulare County elections office, she is on the ballot for the November 5th General Election. “I am excited about the early support I […]

What are the Propositions on your November 5 ballot? Join our forum September 17 at Café 210 to learn more

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Catherine Doe

You may know how you are going to vote for President – but do you know how to vote on the propositions? Join The League of Women Voters of Tulare County for an informational forum on September 17 at Café 210 on Center St in Visalia. Doors open at 6:30 and the forum starts at […]

Adventist Health and City of Tulare Announce Naming Rights Partnership

Posted on August 26, 2024 by Melissa Hermann,

The City of Tulare and Adventist health announced a five-year agreement with two additional five-year option terms to name the newly constructed outdoor amphitheater at Zumwalt Park in Downtown Tulare the “Adventist Health Amphitheater.” This exciting new venue will be host to world-class entertainment acts. Additionally, Adventist Health becomes the venue’s hospitality sponsor. “We are […]

Get Ready for Octane Fueled Excitement at the Tulare County Fair Demolition Derby!

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Valley Voice Contributor

Gear up for an action-packed evening at the 2024 Tulare County Fair with our thrilling Demolition Derby! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 14, 2024, as the Tulare Thunderbowl Raceway transforms into a roaring arena of metal-crunching excitement. The Grandstands will open at 4:00 pm, giving you plenty of time to grab your favorite fair […]

FHCN to withdraw OBGYN services from Adventist Hanford on September 1

Posted on August 15, 2024August 16, 2024 by Catherine Doe

Family Healthcare Network will no longer provide OBGYN services at Adventist Health Hanford, according to a July notice to its patients. The July 5 letter states that “Effective September 1, 2024 Family HealthCare Network will no longer provide OBGYN services, including delivering infants, at Adventist Health in Hanford.” The letter went on to say that […]

Coffeepot Wildfire in Sequoia National Park grows to 100 acres

Posted on August 15, 2024 by Valley Voice Contributor

On August 3 a lightning-caused fire was located in the southwest corner of Sequoia National Park that was sized at 0.1 acre. It was quickly contained by fire crews, but after nearly a week of no activity, a burning tree fell and rolled over the containment line, and the fire began to grow, reaching five […]