Donna’s Calendar of Events

Don’t miss a thing going on in the South Valley! Read Donna’s Calendar of Events! Live Theater Encore Theatre presents “Rent,” a powerful rock musical that follows struggling artists in NYC against the backdrop of the AIDS crisis, Feb. 7-21. 324 South N St., Tulare. 559 686-1300 or www.encoretulare.org The Enchanted Playhouse puts on “Peter […]

Visalia Chamber unveils bold new format for IMPACT Leadership Conference

The Visalia Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce IMPACT Leadership Conference 2026, a reimagined leadership experience designed to energize, inspire, and equip today’s leaders with practical tools for immediate impact. This year’s IMPACT Conference introduces an innovative one-room format featuring a dynamic opening keynote, high-energy 30-minute “Spark Sessions,” and intentional moments for connection throughout […]

Visalia Unified shares Year 1 Biannual Strategic Plan report

Visalia Unified School District (VUSD) has released its Strategic Plan: Year 1 Biannual Report, marking an important milestone in the district’s long-term commitment to student success and continuous growth. The report provides the community with a transparent update on progress made during the first half of Year 1 of the district’s Strategic Plan, “Visalia Unified […]

Porterville Armory emergency shelter closing at the end of February

The Porterville Armory, which has served as an emergency shelter since the 2023 flood disaster by providing temporary housing and basic services for displaced individuals and families will be closing at the end of February. As part of the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget process, the Porterville City Council approved the remaining one-time General Fund allocation […]

Prop 36 in Tulare County: a first year review

The Tulare County District Attorney’s Office has filed approximately 678 Proposition 36 eligible cases since the law went into effect in December 2024. In the November 2024 general election, California voters in all 58 counties approved the new law increasing treatment and punishment options for drug and theft crimes. “When Proposition 36 overwhelming was approved […]