Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux has won the support of former U.S. Ambassador and acting Director of National Intelligence Richard “Ric” Grenell and former Deputy Director of National Intelligence Kash Patel in his bid for the 20th Congressional district. Grenell is an American diplomat who most recently served as Acting Director of National Intelligence in […]
Unlike early 2023, when nonstop atmospheric river storms built a deep Sierra Nevada snowpack, replenished depleted reservoirs and flooded parts of California, snowfall and rain is sharply diminished so far this year. But state water officials say there is plenty of winter left to accumulate more snow and precipitation. California Department of Water Resources State […]
Tulare County Parks was one of six recipients of the Grants for Community Integration for Children and Adolescents awarded by The Department of Developmental Services (DDS). The grant amount of $450,000 was used to purchase Inclusive Playground equipment for children and adolescents with access and functional needs and has been installed at Mooney Grove Park. […]
As a true “Gateway to the Sequoias,” the City of Visalia has offered affordable transportation to the Sequoia National Park via the Sequoia Shuttle service since 2007. This year, residents and visitors from all over the world can plan ahead when visiting Sequoia National Park and make a reservation via the online system at www.sequoiashuttle.com. Operated by […]
With farm labor costs increasing and worker availability shrinking, growers continue to look to automation and robotics to do jobs traditionally done by people. In vegetable farming, equipment commonly used to plant delicate seedlings still requires a crew. Manufacturers of fully automated transplanters want to change that, and early adopters such as Yolo County farmer […]
The California Farm Bureau and its partners have received $5 million from the California Department of Food and Agriculture to implement climate-smart farming practices in citrus groves in 11 counties. The project, which is part of CDFA’s Pollinator Habitat Program, will focus on hedgerow planting, carbon sequestration and soil management practices, all of which create […]
Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux has earned a new wave of endorsements from Fresno County, including the support of a majority of the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. Endorsing Sheriff Boudreaux for the 20th Congressional District: Fresno County Sheriff John Zanoni – A 27-year career law enforcement officer who spent his entire career with the […]
After receiving petitions signed by at least 15 qualified electors of the district, in accordance with Education Code sections 70902 and 72000, the West Hills Community College District Board of Trustees has scheduled a hearing to provide an opportunity for members of the public to comment on the proposed change of name from West Hills […]
Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella, Inc., the nation’s second-largest pistachio grower and processor, is excited to announce the launch of its Pistachio Pub Mix, a new SKU in their innovative line of premium pistachio snacks. Designed to take bar snacks to the next level, this new variety combines Setton Farm’s award-winning Buffalo Wing Seasoned Pistachio […]
The City of Porterville is currently accepting nominations for the Military Banner Program. The program was started in 2016 for the Porterville area as a way to honor both current and past military personnel for their service to the nation and community. The banner acts as a public expression of gratitude that pays tribute to […]