Congress was unable to broker an agreement to keep the government funded, leading to a federal government shutdown. While some critical agencies and functions continue to operate, most departments have enacted shutdown procedures that vary in scope. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has furloughed 42,000 of its employees, or about 50%. USDA will continue operations […]
In “The People vs. the Golden State Killer” (Third State Books, Nov. 11, 2025), Thien Ho, the current District Attorney of Sacramento County, delivers the first official account of the investigation, capture, and prosecution of Joseph DeAngelo, one of America’s most notorious serial predators. Known by many chilling names over the years, including the Visalia […]
The Tulare County Fair is proud to partner with the Rayce Rudeen Foundation and Thunderbowl Raceway to present Trophy Cup 31, powered by Abreu Vineyards, October 16–18, 2025. This year’s event promises an unforgettable experience for fans, combining three nights of world-class racing with a brand-new entertainment lineup, after-race celebrations, and community events that bring […]
Don’t miss a thing with Donna’s Calendar of Events!! Theater “Dracula,” adapted by director Chris Mangels from the novel by Bram Stoker, runs Oct. 9-18 at the College of the Sequoias Theatre, 915 S. Mooney, Visalia. www.cos.edu/theatre “The Shai Ones,” an original play by Todd Mathenia about a doctor trying to find a cure for […]
Read a banned book to celebrate every Californian’s right to free and open access to information and ideas. Banned Books Week, October 5-11, 2025, is an annual reminder of how censorship divides us, and libraries bring us together. Tulare County Library, libraries, and books stores join together under the theme “Censorship is so 1984. Read […]
Time is running out for the seven states in the Colorado River Basin, as well as 30 tribes and Mexico, to reach a long-term deal for managing the overtapped river. The current guidelines and drought contingency plans for the river expire at the end of next year, and negotiators have until Nov. 11 to reach […]
Tony’s Taverna—an authentic Greek restaurant specializing in Mediterranean cuisine—will celebrate its Grand Opening on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 2–7 p.m. in Three Rivers, California, the Gateway to Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks (a destination welcoming 2-million-plus visitors annually). Owned by Tony and Maritza Konnaris, Southern California transplants who fell in love with Three […]
Phase III of the Tule River Parkway project has been completed and ready to be shared with the community. There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 8:30 AM at Fallen Heroes Park, located at 356 E. Chase Avenue. The Tule River Parkway was originally developed […]
Dr. Joseph Ford, urologist, hit an incredible milestone today — performing the 2,500th da Vinci® Xi™ robotic surgery at Kaweah Health since 2018. “That means 2,500 patients have received less-invasive surgery, allowing for quicker recoveries at the skilled hands of our physicians,” said Jag Batth, Kaweah Health Chief Operating Officer. “This is a testament to […]
On Wednesday October 1, 2025, Tulare County Library launches a new program to encourage teens to read 100 books before college. Teens, ages 13 to 19, are invited to read 100 books, a combination of new and older classics and choose a few as well. Sign up online and check out the reading list researched […]