A press release from the City of Visalia The City of Visalia’s Downtown Streetlight and Pavement Rehabilitation Project begins the next phase of construction on Monday, October 17th. Work will include the grind of approximately three inches of asphalt on Main Street from Willis Street to Santa Fe Street. “The contractor, A-C Electric, will […]
Working together was the theme of the annual World Ag Expo® Chairman’s Kickoff Dinner at the International Agri-Center® on Saturday, October 8. The event gives the new show chairman a chance to gather committee chairmen, staff, and his friends and family to share a meal and set the tone for “farm show season.” The 2023 […]
A press release from the City of Tulare On Thursday, October 13, 2022, the City of Tulare will host an informational forum about homelessness in the City of Tulare as well as the upcoming November election. The forum will be held at 6pm at the Tulare Public Library and City Council Chambers, 491 North M […]
A press release from Visit Visalia Visit Visalia announced an exciting itinerary that celebrates the best fall events in its charming city that pair perfectly with a visit to the nearby national parks. This can’t-miss itinerary allows visitors to experience the best in local food, culture, and adventure, while enjoying the change of seasons in […]
New bookstore to open at old Togni Branch location Family HealthCare Network (FHCN) continues to enrich the communities it serves by improving overall health through literacy. The Book Nook is inspired by Family HealthCare Network’s distinct goal to improve the quality of life and overall health of its local community by promoting literacy. “The Book […]
The race for four contested seats on the Visalia Unified School District Board of Education is taking on an ugly tone, with accusations from candidates of an inadequate response by staff to student-on-student violence and unethical union politics on the city’s campuses. Student Attack at Middle School What is emerging as a troubling issue […]
Applications are now being accepted for one open position on the City of Visalia’s Historic Preservation Advisory Committee. The application window will be open until Monday, October 17th at 5 p.m. PST. The Historic Preservation Advisory Committee administers and carries out the standards and specifications of the City of Visalia’s Historic Preservation Ordinance. Every City of […]
Today, Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-Bakersfield) released the following statement announcing that she plans to introduce legislation to increase naloxone access in high school and middle schools: “Fentanyl is a deadly, destructive, disaster for our community and I want to do all we can to prevent another parent from losing a child to this evil drug. […]
Candidates running for Visalia City Council in District 4 are trying to capture voters’ attention as the election draws closer. Four out of the five city council seats are up for re-election this November and District 4 is an open seat that will be left vacant by Council member Greg Collins. The three candidates […]
Four of the seven challengers in the race for Visalia City Council are in their 30’s or younger and Justin Bolton – one of those candidates – thinks that is a plus. “I think it is fantastic that the younger generation wants to take a stab at politics,” said Bolton. “Someone who is 50 or […]