In less than two weeks, Tulare will complete its $12.5 million project to shelter the city’s unhoused population — surpassing the Navigation Center in Visalia in both price and scale. The Tulare Cares Emergency Shelter, located at 530 East O’Neal Ave., has the potential to hold 400 guests and is roughly 25,000 square feet, with […]
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has awarded California Farm Bureau (CAFB) $1.1 million to administer payment to ranchers who have lost livestock due to wolf attacks. California Farm Bureau’s non-profit arm, California Bountiful Foundation, will administer the program to ensure that ranchers whose livestock are killed are not left stranded and can […]
Among a slew of changes to rates and fees charged by Visalia City Hall for its services is a significant cost increase for non-residents who want to rent one of the city’s four community centers or participate in city-sponsored programs. The fee and rate schedule changes for all city departments were approved by the City […]
“All I remember is him attempting to touch me, and me hyperventilating to the point where I literally saw spots and dropped to the floor. He waited for the panic attack to subside and drain me, then tried again.” This is the testimony of Diana — her name has been changed in this article for […]
Visalia City Hall plans to spend $409 million during the 2026-27 fiscal year and $359 million in fiscal year 2027-28 according to a two-year budget approved unanimously by the City Council on Tuesday night, June 15. The spending plan includes a $110.4 million allocation for the general fund in its first year, and $110.8 for […]
Porterville’s City Council discussed privatizing the city’s trash services on April 21, introducing the idea to the public for the first time — but not to a group of major players. Visalia, Tulare, Hanford, and Porterville’s garbage services are currently handled owned and operated by city governments. According to the agenda packet, “The Refuse Division […]
The Tulare City Council voted June 2 to place a one-cent increase to local sales tax measure on the November 3, 2026, ballot for voter consideration. If approved by a majority of Tulare voters, this measure would increase the City’s existing Transactions and Use Tax by one cent, from 0.5% to 1.5%. The measure is […]
The Visalia Chamber of Commerce proudly recognized the recipients of its 71st Annual Awards during a celebration held on June 11, 2026, at the historic Fox Theatre in downtown Visalia. Visalia has always been defined by more than its businesses or buildings—it is defined by the people and organizations who show up, give back, and […]
Two members of the Tulare County Board of Supervisors made an unannounced exit during a ceremony honoring the work of LGBTQ+ support organizations during the board’s meeting on Tuesday, June 2. Supervisors Pete Vander Poel (District 2) and Dennis Townsend (District 5) apparently left the meeting to avoid being included in the presentation of the […]
Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-Bakersfield) has been named the recipient of the 2026 LocalMotion Elected Official of the Year by the Tulare County Association of Governments (TCAG). The Senator’s focus on transportation priorities in the Central Valley has led to improved safety, increased economic vitality and critical infrastructure investments. The award honors elected leaders who have […]