The Tulare Chamber of Commerce is excited to bring back one of the community’s most beloved spring traditions — Cars on K, taking place on Saturday, April 5th from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Downtown Tulare. Cars on K has deep roots in Tulare, originally running for about a decade before evolving into Cars […]
Crystal Cave is reopening after a four-year closure, inviting visitors to marvel at its underground splendor. Tickets for guided tours of this marble cave will go on sale on March 31, 2025, at 10 AM PDT. Crystal Cave, located within Sequoia National Park, offers a captivating glimpse into a world of stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and intricate […]
University Preparatory High School (UPHS) Drama Club is preparing to perform “Disco Inferno,” a comedy set in a discotheque with characters borrowed from the 70s sitcom, “Three’s Company” – Jack, Crissy, Janet, Ms. Roper, and Mr. Furley. “Disco Inferno” was inspired by the 17th century French comedy entitled “Scapin the Schemer,” by Molière. Scapin constantly lies […]
Visalia Police Chief Jason Salazar was sworn in as the 60th president of the California Police Chiefs Association (CPCA) on March 10, 2025, for a one-year term following his election by the Board of Directors. Chief Salazar brings over 30 years of policing experience to this role, beginning his career with the Visalia Police Department […]
The City of Tulare is currently exploring the potential creation of an Entertainment District along Highway 99, situated at either the Cartmill Interchange or the newly established International Agri-Center Way Interchange. Entertainment Districts typically feature major retail destinations complemented by ancillary uses, such as movie theaters, hotels, and restaurants. To assess the feasibility and potential […]
Dear editor at Valley Voice, The Trump administration’s proposal to reconsider the EPA’s endangerment finding is reckless, anti-science, and a huge step backward for climate action. This decision isn’t just about politics—it puts our health, environment, and future on the line. The endangerment finding, established in 2009, is based on clear scientific evidence that greenhouse […]
Rudy Mendoza, the current Mayor of the City of Woodlake and a proven leader in the San Joaquin Valley, is proud to announce his candidacy for Tulare County Supervisor, for the 4th District. Mendoza brings decades of experience in public service, business leadership, and community advocacy to his campaign, promising a vision focused on growth, […]
Westlands Water District is pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Cavallo as its new Science Advisor. In this key role, Mr. Cavallo will provide scientific expertise and strategic guidance on water management, environmental compliance, regulatory matters, and scientific investigations. He will also collaborate closely with state and federal agencies, academic institutions, and key stakeholders […]
The public is invited to review and comment on newly published Fire Hazard Severity maps, which CAL FIRE has updated to show areas of Tulare County with the greatest wildfire risks. The map shows Local Responsibility Areas (LRA) of Tulare County that have moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones, defined as having […]
After two years of closure due to severe damage from the floods in March 2023, Bartlett Park has officially reopened to the public. The beloved community Park east of Porterville has undergone extensive restoration efforts to bring it back to life, along with significant upgrades, improved amenities, modernizations, and new additions. Bartlett Park has long […]