March is the peak bloom month for Silver Lupine. You can see this beautiful California native plant at the Tule River Parkway Native Plant Demonstration Gardens in Porterville. These 32 native plant gardens are along the Tule River Parkway just west of Jaye Street. Follow the Tule River Parkway sign at the Jaye Street bridge […]
Editors note: Valley Voice is updating this article to prompt Google Search results to post the correct date Since its founding in 1984, the Visalia Community Chorus (VCC) has been a cornerstone of classical performance in the South Valley. Their spring Mozart concert will be held Friday, April 10, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s […]
Today, Rudy Mendoza announced a sweeping list of endorsements from respected leaders across California, highlighting the strong relationships and proven track record that have defined his public service career. The coalition includes state leaders, local elected officials, agriculture and business advocates, public safety professionals, and community stakeholders who have worked alongside Rudy to deliver critical […]
Dont mis a thing going on in the South Valley with Donna’s Calendar of Events!! Live Theater Icehouse Theatre presents “Into the Woods,” the Sondheim musical that intertwines various fairy tales, March 6-21. 410 E. Race. 559 734-3900 or www.visaliaicehouse.com The Kings Players are putting on “The Vultures,” a dramady in the vein of Agatha […]
Randy Villegas is announcing a series of town halls to hear from voters across California’s 22nd Congressional District; the tour will include stops in Kern, Tulare, and Fresno counties. Villegas is the only CA-22 candidate who has announced public, in-person town hall events; the incumbent, Rep. David Valadao, has not held an in-person public town […]
After nearly 20 years of dedicated leadership, the Tulare County Farm Bureau announces that its Executive Director, Tricia Stever Blattler will step down from her role effective July 1, 2026. Following thoughtful reflection, she shared her decision with the Board of Directors earlier this month, expressing deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve and confidence […]
Be Our Guest Saturday, February 28, 2026, to celebrate the 8th Tulare County Library Book Festival at the Visalia Branch Library, 200 W. Oak Ave., Visalia, CA 93291, from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. This free event celebrates literacy, learning, and community while featuring award winning authors, a poetry workshop and spoken word performances, storytime with Belle […]
At its last council meeting of 2025, the Tulare City Council unanimously approved updates to the City’s Budget Policies and Practices, including the establishment of an irrevocable Supplemental Pension Reserve Trust, an Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Reserve, and an increase to the City’s Workers’ Compensation Reserve. “These policy changes represent another important step in safeguarding […]
Be a part of Women’s History Month this March by exploring the art of Ruth Soderlund, Nancy Youdelman, and The Abnormal Coven. Fresno-based community activist and multi-disciplinary artist Ruth Soderlund has partnered with internationally represented Feminist Art Program artist Nancy Youdelman to present a contemplative multi-media exploration of the intimate connections women have to the […]
Cold temperatures, which put trees into deep winter dormancy, may have been late to arrive last fall. But prolonged periods of tule fog during the winter made up for it by depressing temperatures, likely resulting in adequate chilling. “I do believe that the chill may have been more effective this year because of so many […]