A federal lawsuit pending in US District Court claims a “law-enforcement gang” composed of sworn deputies is operating within the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office. The accusation stems from what plaintiffs – all current and former TCSO deputies – allege is a widespread conspiracy. County leaders, they claim, punish law enforcement officers who speak out against […]
As we enter the new year, the Visalia Police Department is addressing an increase in accidents involving pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles. With a focus on reducing these incidents, VPD is launching a new safety initiative aimed at promoting safer behavior for both road users and pedestrians alike. “Pedestrian and cyclist accidents are on the rise, […]
It’s about more than the price of eggs. Until recently the only indicator for Tulare County residents of a mysterious ailment called bird flu was in the weekly grocery bill. But Bird flu has moved on to become a tangible threat to the region’s health and economy. Many dairies in Tulare County have been put […]
A raucous demonstration that started around noon today was still going strong at 5:00pm on the corner of Mooney and Caldwell. The demonstrators were protesting border patrol raids and the detention of immigrants up and down the Central Valley. About 200 demonstrators lined Mooney Boulevard in Visalia waving Mexican flags, holding signs condemning Elon Musk, […]
Preliminary work by Caltrans to reroute traffic exiting Highway 198 at Lovers Lane (State Route 216) has begun, reports Visalia City Hall. Preparations will continue through the winter months. Then in March, the project – which includes permanently blocking a portion of Mineral King east of Lovers Lane – goes into high gear. This is […]
What do you do after serving in the California Assembly for 10 years? In Devon Mathis’ case, it’s open a public relations agency. Mathis’ new business, Azimuth PR, leads a network of public relations professionals with him at the helm. “We are a dedicated team of public relations professionals driven by a shared commitment to […]
Cyclum NextGen Travel Centers, in partnership with Central Cal Truck Stops, LLC, proudly announces an agreement with the City of Tulare to transform a 26-acre portion of Mefford Field into a state-of-the-art Renewable Energy Truck and Vehicle Charging Center. This landmark project marks a major step toward sustainable transportation and economic development in the San […]
Air quality affects everybody, and the state of the air in the southern San Joaquin Valley holds dire consequences for everyone who lives here. How bad is it? Levels of microscopic particles in the air, levels of ozone, methane and other gases and the constant spewing of noxious compounds into the atmosphere make this among […]
The Mid-Kaweah Groundwater Sustainability Agency (MKGSA) has been given a reprieve to the possibility of the State Water Resources Control Board putting the basin on probation. The MKGSA is comprised of the City of Visalia, the City of Tulare and the Tulare Irrigation District. According to the State Water resources Control Board website, “The deadline […]
On December 6, 2024, Self-Help Enterprises (SHE) marked a monumental milestone—60 years of empowering communities across the San Joaquin Valley. More than 400 supporters, community leaders, and partners gathered at the Visalia Convention Center to celebrate this achievement, reflecting on our past and looking ahead to the future. The venue buzzed with energy, as guests […]