Ruben Macareno Racks up More Endorsements for the 26th Assembly District Race Ruben Macareno is the leading Democrat in terms of endorsements for the 26th Assembly District Race. California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones has just endorsed Mr. Macareno for the 26th State Assembly seat, which is being vacated by Assembly Member Connie Conway. “I am […]
Two weeks ago, the Visalia Feral Cat Coalition (VFCC) conducted its second successful sweep, trapping and neutering ten cats. The property owner, Mindy (whose surname we will not disclose to prevent others from abandoning cats at her property) was especially happy because she had been attempting to trap and neuter on her own. “When you […]
On Monday night, the Visalia City Council voted three-to-two in order to enforce Stage Four of the Water Conservation Ordinance. Mayor Steve Nelsen voted no out of frustration that the city council was now into its eighth week of talking about the drought without taking any action. “The citizens of Visalia understand the severity of […]
Macareno Officially Announces His Candidacy for State Assembly District 26 Ruben Macareno, Tulare County Democratic Party Chairman, made it official March 16th by announcing his candidacy for the 26th State Assembly District. Speaking in front of a hometown crowd that had gathered at Farmersville’s historic Methodist Church, Mr. Macareno outlined his priorities for the county. “I am […]
Did you ever wonder if you were buying products that have been recalled when shopping at a second-hand store? It can be even more dangerous when shopping for baby equipment. Just Between Friends, a kids’ gear and clothing consignment store for newborns through teens, is having its spring sale March 23-29 at the former Ross […]
Tulare County Democrats Introduce Their Slate of Candidates The Tulare County Democratic Party (TCDP) held a meet and greet February 23 for Judge Michael Sheltzer, where several Democratic candidates running for office attended. Ruben Macareno, Chairman of the TCDP, hosted the evening. Mr. Sheltzer, (pronounced seltzer) was appointed as a Tulare County Superior Court Judge […]
The Visalia City Council took major steps this week to combat the effects of the worst drought in California’s history. After discussing how to respond to the drought during two February meetings, the city council took its initial vote to implement a modified Stage 4 Water Conservation Ordinance. A final vote could come as early […]
Visalia Mayor Steve Nelsen often says during city council meetings how compassionate Visalians are, and that was proven once again on Presidents’ Day Weekend. Dr. Nanette Kuswa, owner of Companion Animal Medical Center, assembled a group of volunteers to conduct a free spay and neuter clinic on Sunday, February 16th. In the span of four […]
Carlton Jones Endorsed by Centro Mexicano American Latino for the 26th Assembly District During a candidates’ forum for the 26th State Assembly District, Carlton Jones, vice mayor of Tulare, won the endorsement of Centro Mexicano American Latino (CMAL). On Sunday, February 9th, all five candidates participated in a forum put on by CMAL, in conjunction with […]
Who is that Crazy Hot Chick? Who’s the newest star of California’s Cougar Town? Our very own Assemblywoman Connie Conway. Not only is she running for state senate in 2018, she is engaged to a man eight years her junior. The question isn’t whether she will win the election–it’s if Tulare City Council Member Craig […]