You will not see this on your social media feeds, or the nightly news anymore, but the devastating impact of the opioid crisis continues to be felt deeply in communities across California. As a veteran’s affairs advocate, I see the scars of this man-made tragedy every day. It’s not a natural disaster — it’s a […]
College of the Sequoias is honored to present Eva Perlman, celebrated author and Holocaust survivor, as the featured guest with the Cultural Historical Awareness Program (CHAP). The event will take place on November 15th at 5:30 p.m. in the Ponderosa Lecture Hall on the Visalia Campus. Perlman will deliver a compelling presentation detailing her harrowing […]
Visalia is planning to build a new home. Some would say it’s a new city hall, a project that has been in the works for decades – and has even been a stated priority of past city councils. But other imperatives would always get in the way of building the project. No longer. The Visalia […]
Tom Collishaw’s, CEO of Self Help, take on immigration and SJV workforce When it comes to immigration policy in America, there are dishonest actors everywhere you look. It has been nearly four decades since the last significant attempt to reform our laws about who gets to enter our country and live and work here legally. […]
Petrifying Playlist Available Now on Spotify for Extra Eerie Fun The votes are in, and the winners for Haunt the Home 2024, Visalia’s Holiday Decorating Contest, have been announced. “These events are great ways to show off and showcase the creative side of the residents we have here in the City of Visalia, getting into […]
The upcoming presidential election will most likely be the most important election of our time. The difference between the two candidates is stark. People’s vote for one of the two candidates will be based on many reasons – character, party, policies/positions, gender, and yes, even race. As one who was involved in politics on a […]
Everything going on in the South Valley right here! Community theater “The 39 Steps” runs at the Ice House Theatre, 410 E. Race, Visalia, Oct. 25-Nov. 10. The Tony Award-winning mystery is a mash-up of Hitchcock and hilarity with just four actors playing over 150 characters. 559 734-3900 or www.visaliaicehouse.com The Guy Who Didn’t Like […]
The City of Porterville has proudly recognized Imagine Art Center as a 2024 Outstanding Business Honoree, highlighting the center’s significant contributions to enhancing the quality of life and promoting economic growth in the Central Valley. Despite this prestigious recognition, Imagine Art Center is grappling with serious financial challenges. These difficulties stem from the ongoing State […]
Drawing crowds as large as 2500 in past years, this year’s 4th Annual Trunk or Treat at Shannon Ranch Quail Park is on track to be another huge success. Businesses, community organizations and local groups will be on hand with decorated trunks, booths and copious amounts of candy on October 26 from 4 to 7 […]
Adventist Health Tulare is proud to announce that it has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® as a Primary Stroke Center from The Joint Commission and American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. The hospital underwent a rigorous onsite review on August 16. During the visit, a reviewer from The Joint Commission reviewed compliance with […]