After years of planning — followed by a weeks-long whirlwind sprint to beat a looming hard deadline — Tulare County has a new political map reflecting the 2020 US Census count. The process, while resulting in boundaries that satisfied most participants during the mapmaking process, revealed racial and ethnic tension still simmers among Tulare County […]
After a virtual event in 2020, the public is invited to view memorial quilts representing those taken by violent crime in Tulare County. Traditionally recognized as part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in April, this year’s viewing will take place from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm on Wednesday, October 27, at the Visalia Convention […]
A press release from Tulare County The Tulare County Board of Supervisors and Tulare County Parks & Recreation is holding the Investing in Parks – Revitalizing Communities kick-off event at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at Mooney’s Grove Park, Arbor #1, located near the lily pond at 27000 S. Mooney Grove Blvd. in Visalia. On […]
The Community Services Employment Training (CSET) Youth Department is pleased to announce the recruitment for the #LEAD (Leading, Educating, Advocating, and Dedication) Program. #LEAD is a Leadership and College/Career Readiness program for high school juniors and seniors in Visalia, Tulare, Porterville, or Dinuba/Cutler-Orosi. “As #LEAD enters its ninth consecutive year, we look forward to connecting […]
The Workforce Investment Board of Tulare County, in partnership with the Tulare County Employment Connection, is proud to host the 29th Annual Tulare County Job Fair on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at the Visalia Convention Center from 9:00 – 3:00 pm. The Job Fair connects job seekers and businesses throughout the Central Valley. Attendees gain […]
Tulare County Board of Supervisor Chairperson Amy Shuklian—together with the other four supervisors— Tuesday voted herself a 3 percent raise despite a campaign promise not to. In an April 7, 2016 Valley Voice article, and during recorded campaign forums, Shuklian said she didn’t think elected officials should vote on their own raises. She also said […]
A press release from Tulare County Health and Human Services As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Tulare County and local hospitals continue to be overwhelmed with patients severely sick with COVID-19, Tulare County Health Officer Dr. Karen Haught is recommending all Tulare County residents and visitors wear face coverings when indoors. “I am extremely […]
From the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Boudreaux is issuing a EVACUATION ORDERS for a portion of Three Rivers. The Orders cover Mineral King Drive up to the Sequoia National Park Boundary, including associated structures along both sides of HWY 198 to the Park Boundary. The orders include Oak Grove Bridge down to HWY 198, […]
Updated September 11 – Active wildfires caused by a significant lightning storm on Thursday are growing and have potential to affect park infrastructure and resources. The parks are aggressively attacking these fires to suppress them. The Cabin Fire reached approximately two acres and is largely contained, the Colony and Paradise Fires are in much steeper […]
Since the 2012-2013 school year, the Step Up Youth Challenge has been a vehicle for students to create impactful projects at their schools and in their communities. Often working alongside community agencies, dozens of middle and high school teams have participated over the years to develop projects that address a wide range of issues – […]