In response to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation’s (Reclamation) announcement that the initial allocation for South-of-Delta agricultural repayment and water service contractors is 5%, Tom Birmingham, Westlands general manager, today issued the following statement: “Today’s announcement is no surprise given current hydrologic conditions and regulations that restrict operations of the Central Valley Project, but it […]
World Ag Expo® and E.M. Tharp, Inc. have teamed up again for the 14th annual “We Believe in Growing” scholarship, which supports local high school students who will be attending four-year universities to major in an agricultural field. This year’s winners, Allison Lemm of Kerman, CA, and Bryce Nagel of Tulare, CA, will each receive […]
Selected from a nationwide pool of applicants, Tulare Union High School in Tulare, California was named one of 75 Semi-Finalists in the 11th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, a program that encourages 6th-12th grade students to solve real-world issues in their community using classroom skills in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Tulare Union […]
American Airlines plans to expand access between Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) and the Midwest with summer service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) beginning June 3, through September 6, 2021. Operated with a mainline aircraft, the once daily flight departs Fresno at 6:35 a.m. arriving in Chicago at 12:32 p.m. For travelers flying beyond […]
Letter to the Editor, Tom Vilsack’s nomination as secretary of agriculture does not belong within Joe Biden’s progressive agenda. Vilsack has served as governor of Iowa, secretary of agriculture under President Obama, and chief lobbyist for the dairy industry. His candidacy is opposed by a vast coalition of small and minority farmers, as well as […]
One morning Tom Duval woke up and was shocked to find that he couldn’t lift his arms anymore. Naturally, Duval left his motorhome and went to the hospital. Little did he know, this was the beginning of his journey into homelessness. Duval’s condition worsened and he lost the ability to move his legs. As a […]
The Hanford City Council Tuesday censured City Councilman Art Brieno for sexual harassment of a city employee in a tension-packed meeting where council members and the general public harshly criticized Brieno for his conduct. Brieno admitted mistakes but defended his right to question the employee’s actions toward his constituents. The most biting criticism came from […]
Sheriff Boudreaux to speak at their March 4 meeting – all are welcome Trump lost and Biden won. So how does a conservative grass roots organization such as Exeter Republican Women respond to such a declaration? According to Vicki Riddle, founder and Vice President in charge of programs, “We get busier. We up our game […]
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks News Release Across the nation, National Park Service sites are working to improve access for people with disabilities. In recent years, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks have modified many trails, features, and facilities to make them more accessible and comfortable for all visitors. To promote and share information […]
A Press Release from Tulare County Health and Human Services. Healthcare Providers, Pharmacies, and OptumServe NOW Offering Vaccine to those Eligible in Tier 1 of Phase 1B As more vaccine supply is delivered to Tulare County, area healthcare providers, pharmacy partners, and state-sponsored OptumServe locations join Tulare County Public Health in getting eligible residents throughout […]