Ballots are in the mail for the California Gubernatorial Recall Election. In response to the many questions we have received about the ballots, the League of Women Voters of Tulare County offers the following information, which has been confirmed by the Tulare County Election Office: The ballot has only two questions on it: First question: […]
With a unanimous vote, the Tulare County Board of Supervisors approved the County of Tulare ARPA Interim Recovery Plan at their August 24, 2021 meeting, held at 6:30 p.m. in the Tulare County Board Chambers. “The American Rescue Plan Act funding provides a unique opportunity for the County to complete transformative projects and programs with the […]
A Statement from Dr. Karen Haught, Tulare County Public Health Officer: Please be advised that Ivermectin has not been proven to prevent or treat COVID-19 and can cause harmful health effects if taken in an unapproved manner. Ivermectin is a medicine traditionally used to treat worms and parasites in people and animals. Ingesting Ivermectin meant […]
Rayvn Cullor, a reporter for a five-day-a-week newspaper, filed a complaint against besieged Council Member Art Brieno for ‘inappropriate’ comments following a July 21 interview, according to a copy of the complaint filed with the City of Hanford. The alleged comments were ironic because the topic of the interview was Brieno’s interactions with Darlene Mata, […]
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, and will now be marketed as Comirnaty (koe-mir’-na-tee), for the prevention of COVID-19 disease in individuals 16 years of age and older. The vaccine also continues to be available under emergency use authorization […]
Veterans or servicemembers who have specific service-connected disabilities may be entitled to a grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the purpose of constructing an adapted home or modifying an existing home to meet their adaptive needs. The goal of the Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant Program is to provide a barrier-free living […]
With nearly two-thirds of the West experiencing extreme or exceptional drought conditions, and more than 90 active wildfires burning across the U.S., a national coalition representing thousands of Western farmers, ranchers, water providers, businesses and communities underscored the significance of Senate passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act today and urged the House […]
Today, Visit Visalia announced an exciting lineup of fall events happening in its charming city and the nearby national parks. Grouped into three can’t-miss itineraries, these events will allow visitors to experience the best in local food, culture, and adventure while enjoying the cool fall weather. The seasonal itineraries, “Beers, Boots and Brunch,” “A Taste […]
Encore Theatre Company is pleased to announce their next fundraiser event, and it promises to bring killer laughs. “Trouble at the Tropicabana” is taking place September 10 and 11, with a special afternoon performance on September 12. Walk down memory lane with Ricky, Lucy, Ethel, and Fred. Get ready to enjoy this murder mystery on […]
The Tulare Chamber of Commerce announces the annual State of the City luncheon event on Friday, August 27th, at the International Agri-Center from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The State of the City is an informative event providing businesses and community members with an opportunity to hear about city projects and future goals. Mayor Dennis […]