Debris removal pickups begin next week in Tulare County for residents impacted by flooding

Tulare County, in partnership with CalOES and FEMA, has established a debris removal program for residents impacted by the recent March flooding events. Debris removal pickups will begin next week following the contract approval by the Tulare County Board of Supervisors. Residents of areas who have reported damages caused by the recent March flooding are […]

Growing doctors in Tulare

April marks the kickoff of the annual Central Valley Medical Association’s first annual medical conference. The conference was impactful for Tulare County, being the county’s first medical conference of its size offered entirely at no cost to the attendees. The keynote speaker was physician and California Assemblyman, Dr. Joaquin Arambula (D-Fresno). Highlighting his medical work […]

Tulare citrus farmers battle mud, debris

Growers in Tulare County normally would be enjoying harvest and fragrant orange blossoms this time of year. But last month’s flooding is requiring an extensive cleanup operation and is a major challenge for the state’s top citrus-growing region. Flooding from multiple levee breaks in the east county Yokohl Creek carried away newly planted trees, ripped […]

The Retreat at Sequoia Lake announced

The Retreat at Sequoia Lake is a carefully crafted, four-day experience, created to guide you to a place of relaxation and quiet power. From sunrise to sunset, you will learn and grow with seven enthusiastic expert coaches. The Retreat at Sequoia Lake is facilitated by Rachel Sievers, MS, life coach, podcaster and retired psychotherapist. She […]

Overnight road closures in Downtown Visalia coming next week

As California Water Service (Cal Water) begins the final phase of their Water Main Replacement Project, there will be some overnight road closures and lane restrictions in Downtown Visalia Monday, April 24 through Monday, May 1. The work will include pavement restoration along water main trenches on various streets downtown. “While this construction is a […]

Great Western Fan Festival returns to Visalia Convention Center May 4-6

Southern gospel music fans from across the United States and Canada will gather in Visalia, California May 4-6, 2023 for the Great Western Fan Festival (GWFF). The festival is returning for the annual three-day event at the Visalia Convention Center located in Visalia’s pedestrian-friendly downtown. Tickets are on sale now at  https://www.itickets.com Since 2010, the […]

Westlands Water District celebrates 100% water allocation from the Central Valley Project

Today, the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) announced an increase in water allocations for the Central Valley Project (CVP). Last month, Reclamation increased the CVP allocation to 80% for contractors like Westlands Water District (Westlands) following an initial allocation of 35% of the water entitled to under contract. Today’s announcement brings the total up to 100% […]