California Farm Bureau underscores need for stable agricultural workforce

In response to recent immigration enforcement activity, the California Farm Bureau reaffirms its support for the employees who are essential to the success and sustainability of farming and ranching in California. “California agriculture depends on and values its workforce. Farm employees are not just workers—they are partners in this industry,” said Bryan Little, senior director […]

Visalia Chamber of Commerce Honors Outstanding Businesses and Leaders at 70th Annual Awards

The Visalia Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the exceptional people and organizations that make our community thrive at the 70th Annual Awards, held this evening at the historic Fox Theatre in downtown Visalia. The event, presented by Adventist Health, brought together local leaders, businesses, and community members for an unforgettable night of recognition, celebration, and connection. This […]

West Hills Community College District celebrates top honors in Fresno Bee’s “Best of Central California” awards

West Hills Community College District is proud to announce that both of its colleges — Lemoore College and Coalinga College — have once again been recognized among the Central Valley’s best in the Fresno Bee’s 2025 Best of Central California People’s Choice Awards. Lemoore College earned gold in the Technical/Trade School category, while Coalinga College […]

Kaweah Health receives Advanced Primary Stroke Center accreditation

Kaweah Health has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Primary Stroke Center Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. Kaweah Health underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review in […]

Visalia Unified celebrates national spelling bee winner

Visalia Unified School District, alongside the staff and students of Oak Grove Elementary, celebrated their very own Sarvadnya Kadam on his first day back to school following his incredible achievement of earning 2nd place at the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. The celebration reflects the district’s continued commitment to supporting advanced learning […]

State unveils wolf mapping tool to help avoid conflicts

California ranchers have a new mapping tool designed to provide regular location information on GPS-collared gray wolves in the state to help prevent wolf-livestock conflicts. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife released the Wolf Location Automated Mapping System last week. Available to the public on CDFW’s website, the wolf tracker shows the approximate location […]