City of Tulare explores development of Entertainment District along Highway 99

The City of Tulare is currently exploring the potential creation of an Entertainment District along Highway 99, situated at either the Cartmill Interchange or the newly established International Agri-Center Way Interchange. Entertainment Districts typically feature major retail destinations complemented by ancillary uses, such as movie theaters, hotels, and restaurants. To assess the feasibility and potential […]

Trump’s EPA shouldn’t ignore reality: greenhouse gases cause harm to all of us

Dear editor at Valley Voice, The Trump administration’s proposal to reconsider the EPA’s endangerment finding is reckless, anti-science, and a huge step backward for climate action. This decision isn’t just about politics—it puts our health, environment, and future on the line. The endangerment finding, established in 2009, is based on clear scientific evidence that greenhouse […]

Westlands Water District appoints Brad Cavallo as science advisor

Westlands Water District is pleased to announce the appointment of Brad Cavallo as its new Science Advisor. In this key role, Mr. Cavallo will provide scientific expertise and strategic guidance on water management, environmental compliance, regulatory matters, and scientific investigations. He will also collaborate closely with state and federal agencies, academic institutions, and key stakeholders […]

California Farm Bureau president highlights urgent challenges facing agriculture

California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass identified critical issues facing the state’s farmers and ranchers, stressing immediate action is needed to support small and mid-sized farms, streamline regulations and invest in innovative water management practices. “Agriculture has been the backbone of California’s economy for generations,” Douglass said. “However, today, our sector is facing significant challenges […]

Donna’s Calendar of Events

Community Theater “Ghost of a Chance” is a family comedy about a ghost trying to prevent his widow from remarrying and a kooky psychic. Runs March 1-23 at the Temple Theater, 514 E. Visalia St., Hanford. 550 584-7241 or www.kingsplayers.org “Shrek, the Musical,” the story of an ogre and Donkey on their daring quest to […]

New tariffs threaten U.S. economy, raising prices and undermining financial stability

The Trump administration’s newly proposed tariffs on crude oil, steel, computer chips, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals are expected to drive up consumer costs, fuel inflation concerns, and destabilize key industries. As prices rise, consumer sentiment is already declining, unemployment is increasing, and American households—still recovering from the financial strain of the pandemic—are feeling the impact. Samuel […]