Construction Company CEO Arrested for Amassing Real Estate Empire Through $4 Million in Fraudulently Obtained Covid-19 Relief Loans

Posted on September 5, 2025 by Valley Voice Contributor

A Visalia construction company CEO was arrested today on a federal criminal complaint alleging that he fraudulently obtained more than $4 million in taxpayer-funded COVID-19 relief funds and federally guaranteed small business loans, U.S. Attorney Eric Grant announced. According to court documents, between April and June 2020, Joey Wayne Mackey, 45, of Visalia, submitted fraudulent Paycheck […]

Tulare County sued following tragic drowning deaths of two minors in foster care

Posted on September 4, 2025September 4, 2025 by Trenton Lively

In an unfortunate twist of timing, Tulare County is now facing a federal lawsuit over the drowning deaths of two Ivanhoe minors, while on the heels of recognizing August as Child Support Awareness Month. The County celebrated with public events and community drives aimed at highlighting its support for at-risk children and families across the […]

Beleaguered Springville residents square off again in ongoing battle with Del Oro Water Co.

Posted on September 4, 2025September 4, 2025 by Dave Adalian

A group of angry local residential water customers intends to flood the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) with a deluge of complaints to prevent their drinking water provider – Del Oro Water Company River Island – from getting its second rate increase in two years despite numerous claims of substandard service by their parched clientele. […]

Rep. Ro Khanna endorses Randy Villegas for California’s 22nd Congressional District

Posted on September 4, 2025 by Valley Voice Contributor

Congressman Ro Khanna is endorsing Randy Villegas, an educator, auto shop owner and Central Valley native, in his campaign to represent California’s 22nd Congressional District. Rep. Khanna’s endorsement builds on the recent momentum of Villegas’ campaign, which posted a fundraising total of over $230k last quarter with over 4,400 individual donations and an average donation […]

New poll shows Dr. Jasmeet Bains as a frontrunner to win CA-22

Posted on September 4, 2025 by Dr. Jasmeet Bains for Congress

A new Public Policy Polling survey of voters in California’s 22nd Congressional District finds that Dr. Jasmeet Bains is the strongest candidate to defeat David Valadao and deliver real representation for the Central Valley. With more than a year until the 2026 general election, Bains is in dead heat against Valadao, tied at 42% each. […]

TC Voices at 210 Presents – Animal Control, a Community Challenge

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Paul Hurley

Animal control, like other public services, are reaching their breaking point in our communities. Shelters are crowded. Abandoned and stray animals are a persistent nuisance. Pet owners seek help in keeping their pets safe and healthy. Social issues such as euthanasia, adoption, animal rescue and population control have become part of community discussion. Tulare Voices […]

Hospital tower progress in Tulare stays well ahead of looming deadline

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Dave Adalian

The recent uptick in construction at the hospital tower project in Tulare is a sign of good things happening there with much more to come, says Tulare Local Health Care District (TLHCD) CEO Randy Dodd. And it’s just possible, he said, that the district already has enough money on hand to finally get the building […]

COS Theatre Arts program earns national honors, announces 2025-26 season

Posted on August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 by Valley Voice Contributor

The College of the Sequoias (COS) Theatre Arts Program is celebrating a remarkable year of achievement, capping off over two decades of artistic excellence with top honors at the 2025 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) for its acclaimed production of Reefer Madness: The Musical. The program was awarded the prestigious Citizen Artist Award, […]

Back-to-school traffic, temperature increases bring risk of deteriorating air quality

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Valley Voice Contributor

Air quality in the San Joaquin Valley has improved significantly in recent years and the Valley Air District is asking residents to be mindful during the back-to-school season to keep emissions low and protect public health. The extreme heat in the coming days combined with significantly more vehicle traffic can lead to an increase in […]

Porterville leaders meet with Congressman Valadao

Posted on August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 by Valley Voice Contributor

Mayor Greg Meister, Vice Mayor Ed McKervey, and Interim City Manager Rich Tree met today with Congressman David Valadao, joined by his Field Representative Rachel Clement, to discuss Porterville’s highest priorities. From expanding the airport that houses the U.S. Forestry Service and CalFire Air Attack Base to celebrating the city’s proud heritage as home to […]