I am Giovany Ban Sanchez, a first-year student at the College of the Sequoias in Visalia, CA. I believe that the current economic system is unfair and unsustainable, and that a new system is needed to ensure a better quality of life for all. I am proposing a radical new economy based on liquid democracy. […]
College of the Sequoias Bond Measure C passed with over 55% of the vote during the November 2022 election. COS would like to share a sincere Thank You to all voters who supported Measure C. Bringing a four-year University Center to Tulare County was made possible by you. College of the Sequoias University Center will […]
If you drive along every street or alley in Visalia east of Mooney Blvd from as far north as Ferguson to as far south as Walnut, you will not find any debris, trash, graffiti or abandoned items. And, if you do, it may be gone the very next day! It is not because of the […]
Dear Editor, “The only title in our democracy superior to that of President is the title of citizen.” This quote by Louis Brandeis, US Supreme Court Justice (1916-1939), reminds us of our power to invoke change. When was the last time you exited out of your social media dissatisfied or disgusted at the state of […]
I am writing this letter to congratulate Jevon Price for his win in the election for the Tulare Local Health Care District 3 seat. Although I am sad that I am not able to continue serving on this board seat, I am honored that I was given the opportunity to serve to fill out the […]
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 […]
Editor’s note: Marmie Fidler was appointed to Tulare Local Health are District 3 last year. This is her first election. I am Margaret (Marmie) Fidler, and I am running to be re-elected to the Tulare Local Health Care District 3 seat in Tulare. I was born and raised in Tulare and have spent my entire […]
I am writing in support of Liz Wynn for Visalia City Council District 1. I have known Liz Wynn for Over 15 years. I have known of her dedication to community service and of her commitment to the community. I had the opportunity to work with Liz in different capacities. She has been addressing The […]
Dear Valley Voice Editor and Readers, California WAS a state that signified opportunity and prosperity. Thousands of individuals used the Golden State as an opportunity to raise a family, start a business, and live a life of prosperity. It was called “The California Promise.” Over the last decade, the hope of the California Promise has […]
During the public comment period of the Visalia City Council meeting on Monday, August 15, 2022, the Visalia Environmental Alliance honored the Reniers: Wilson, Kristin and daughters, with the Environmental Hero Award. This award is given to community stewards of all ages who daily demonstrate lifestyle actions that protect our natural resources for a sustainable Visalia. The […]