Things To See and Do When Visiting the State Capital

Sacramento, a short drive or flight away, isn’t just for politicians. Dubbed “America’s most diverse city,” Sacramento is host to hundreds of years’ worth of history, a vibrant arts community, and more. Below is a hand-picked list of recommendations for things to do and places to see: California Automobile Museum, 2200 Front Street – www.calautomuseum.org […]

TCAC Holds Ordinance Meetings

Tulare County Animal Control (TCAC) is planning changes to their policies, procedures and county ordinances regarding the way that division of Tulare County Health and Human Services Agency interfaces with the pet owners of Tulare County. Residents of unincorporated areas of Tulare County can expect to hear about proposed changes to Tulare County Animal Control […]

Tulare Regional Turns Around

Tulare Regional Medical Center (TRMC) is firmly back in the black. The once financially beleaguered health care district announced that March’s revenue marks 12 straight profitable months in a row. The accomplishment comes as work continues on its once-stalled expansion project, a four-story tower that now stands partially completed, and in the wake of the […]

Judge Valeriano Saucedo’s Last Hearing Takes Place in a San Diego Courtroom

Judge Valeriano Saucedo is one of Tulare County’s longest-serving family law judges. Saucedo became Tulare County’s first Hispanic judge when he was appointed to the bench in 2001. His wife Teresa concurrently served as Tulare County Counsel during her husband’s reign “of power”. Judge Saucedo’s infamous rise to office as a California judge ended (for all […]

TCOE Students Perform Into the Woods and Winnie the Pooh Kids

Students in Tulare County Office of Education’s Theatre Company are preparing for the program’s annual spring musical – a production full of familiar children’s storybook characters. Beginning Thursday, April 30, audiences can enjoy “two productions in one” with first- through sixth-grade students performing the adorable Winnie the Pooh Kids, while middle and high school students […]

Cotton Acreage May Be Lowest Since the 1920s

The downward spiral of California cotton plantings will continue this year, with only 170,000 estimated acres. Roger Isom, president of the California Cotton Growers Association, told members at the association’s 25th annual meeting in Visalia there were three reasons for the lowest total cotton acres planted since the 1920s. “Water, prices and competing crops are […]

“The People Themselves Are Responsible for Policing Local Government”

The inquest began with Judge Valeriano Saucedo taking the stand in his own defense. Initial questioning centered around his background, and emphasized his many friends, family and colleagues who obviously care for and respect the man. Interwoven with Saucedo’s career is a particular thread of affirmative action against “whites” which predominates much of his path to the bench. As a child of migrant farm laborers, he […]