Fitch Ratings expects California water and public power utilities to maintain strong operational and financial performance over the next year, despite the effects of the statewide drought. Fitch expects the statewide call for conservation will lead to a drop in water sales, which could impact water utilities in fiscal year 2015. However, most California utilities […]
The Tulare-Kings Chapter of the California Women for Agriculture’s annual Stampede Fundraiser will be held on Friday, May 16 at the Historic Seven Sycamores Ranch in Ivanhoe. A hosted wine tasting and cheese social will begin at 6pm, followed by a barbecue dinner at 7pm, with special guest speaker Assembly Member Connie Conway and live […]
The 66th Annual Porterville Fair will take place May 14-18. The Porterville Fair features a wide variety of entertainment including Vorian, a “Transforming” jet dragster, monster truck rides, Noah’s Way Exotic Petting Zoo and Barnyard Racing ducks, turkeys and pigs. The Fair will also showcase J-Live’s Next Big Thing Talent Competition and a barn full […]
May has been designated as Mental Health Month in Tulare County. “We know that mental health is integral to overall health,” said Phil Cox, chairman of the Tulare County Board of Supervisors. “People need to care for their mental health so they can respond to the stress of daily life and the challenges it presents.” […]
“Take Me Downtown,” the Thursday Night Market Place hosted by Main Street Hanford, starts this evening in Downtown Hanford. The event, which will be held from 5:30-9pm every Thursday for 22 weeks (through September 25) will kick-off its 14th year with live entertainment by the band August. Thursday Night Market Place is a weekly celebration […]
Sound N Vision will present a 9:30pm show with James Supercave and OMO on Friday, May 9, and follow that up with Gardens & Villa and Rogues at an 8pm show on Saturday, May 10. Both shows will be at the Cellar Door in downtown Visalia. Hailing from Los Angeles, James Supercave consists of Joaquin […]
Parades and cultural events will help Tulare and Kings counties celebrate Cinco de Mayo, which marks the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. Over the years, the holiday has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage in the U.S., and South Valley residents will […]
Exeter, famous for its murals and known as one of America’s Prettiest Painted Places, is hosting “Full Bloom 2014,” the 11th Annual Full Bloom Garden Walk on Saturday, May 10, from 9am to 2pm. Visitors are invited to explore five beautiful and unique private gardens in and around the Exeter area. Refreshments will be hosted by […]
The Visalia Fox Theatre’s Independent Film Series continues with “Cutie and the Boxer” at 7:30pm on Thursday, May 15. The film won the 2013 Sundance Film Festival’s “Best Director Award” and was a nominee for 2013 Academy Award for “Best Documentary Feature.” A reflection on love, sacrifice and the creative spirit, this candid New York […]
Valley Voice, I read your article on Calif. Food Banks have crucial need for more milk. I’m pretty sure these folks who are asking for food at the banks are receiving the E.B.T. Card and can buy so much food, I live where a lot of these Mexicans live they throw meat and all kinds […]