Join us for an evening of sonic grandeur as the Visalia Fox Theater proudly presents a concert like no other on June 1st at 7:30 pm. In perhaps the first concert of its kind, the historic theater will resonate with the melodious strains of Lauren Farris’ coloratura soprano voice, accompanied by Trent Barry on the […]
The following family history was compiled by Shelley Hyde, in acknowledgment of information gathered by Joseph L Vincente as presented to the Tulare County Library Annie R. Mitchell History Room and other news sources through the years. Ms. Hyde wrote this history as a tribute to her brother David who passed in April. The Hyde […]
Sizzling summer fun is here with the City of Visalia Summer Live & Play! The City of Visalia Summer Live & Play activity guide is online now and registration for summer recreation classes, events and programs is now open. Click here for the Summer 2024 Live & Play A quarterly publication hosted at www.liveandplayvisalia.com, the […]
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday presented his revised state budget plan, including spending cuts to address California’s historic budget deficit. In his presentation, the governor also said California should live within its means and avoid raising taxes. California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass commented on budget challenges affecting water priorities for agriculture. She noted that […]
The phase of road construction requiring closures on the Generals Highway, previously slated through May 23, 2024, has concluded ahead of schedule. All road closures between Ash Mountain and the Giant Forest are lifted, however, visitors may still encounter up to 30-minute delays as construction continues in the vicinity. This marks the final repair of […]
Today, the Valley Air District (District) is releasing its 2023 Annual Report to the Community, a comprehensive overview of the Valley’s air quality progress and ongoing efforts to improve air quality and enhance public health. The goal of this award-winning publication is to offer an account of the District’s work over this past year, while […]
The Visalia Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the appointment of Matthew Mingrone as the new President and CEO, effective May 20, 2024. With over thirty years of experience in the Hospitality and Tourism industry, Mingrone brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for community development to his new role. As the premier […]
Helen Milliorn-Feller, Ed.D., is no stranger to University Preparatory High School (UPHS). She has been with the school even before it was a school. In 2007, she met John Kelly, the school’s founding principal, at Eleanor Roosevelt Community Learning Center, where Feller was homeschooling her daughter, Alexandra. Kelly shared his vision of creating a charter […]
Community theater “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” a musical based on the 1006 Disney film and Victor Hugo’s 1831 novel, is on stage April 26-May 26 at the Ice House Theatre, 410 E. Race, Visalia. 559 734-3900 or www.visaliaicehouse.com “Lend Me a Tenor,” an hysterical musical about a world-renowned tenor scheduled to perform his greatest […]
Rodeo fans get ready for Woodlake’s Mother’s Day weekend tradition… the 69th annual Woodlake Lions Rodeo, May 11-12, 2024 at the Woodlake Lions Rodeo Grounds in Woodlake, Calif.! Hosted by the Woodlake Lions Club, the rodeo will feature top specialty acts in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA); top stock from legendary stock contractor, Flying U […]