This is the first of a three-part series. Did you ever wonder, “What would Grandma do?” Well, now you can ask her. Tulare and Kings Counties have a rich variety of mediums who can speak to those who have passed. Most people who seek a reading aren’t just looking for cooking tips from their late […]
Why are you running? I am running because I believe in a better California for us and our children, a California that is great. I have seen what has happened to our once great state and it is a shame. I did not enter this race until the last day. I looked at who was […]
Teresita “Tess” Andres has lived in Visalia for 12 years. Born in 1952 in Butuan City of the Philippines, at nine years old, she managed her family farm after her father’s death. She earned a BA in Criminology and served in the Office of the Executive Secretary of the President of the Philippines. Now a […]
With over twenty years and counting of public service — including work with the Tulare and Fresno City Fire Departments and over six years serving on the Tulare City Council — Carlton Jones is running for State Assembly District 26. He wants to take a common sense approach for finding solutions to the state level. […]
The abundance of hot drinks, cold drinks, sweet treats, hard candies and other indulgences over the holidays sometimes leave us with more than just sugar-induced regrets; sometimes they reveal tooth pain and sensitivity. Tooth sensitivity and tooth pain are common complaints. One or both can be an indication of dental problems that need attention. Possible […]
The Head Line in your hands illustrates the unique operations of your mental system. Just as your computer has a CPU (central processing unit), you do, too. You employ your mental system when you plan dinner, a vacation and your New Year resolutions. In hand analysis, the length, shape and quality of this line are […]
The Valley Voice asked local elected officials, public servants and others in the community to share their resolutions for 2014. As expected, we received a wide range of responses. “My New Year’s resolution is to try to remember every day how short and precious life is and to remember that God has a purpose for […]
Knowing what your Life Line has to say about you can help you elevate from grumble to grace during this holiday season. In hand analysis, the length, shape and quality of this line are associated with the physical body, awareness of and attention to the physical world. Your Life Line indicates your ability to get-up-and-go […]
Now in its fourth year, the Festival of Hope is one of the most unique experiences available in our community. (See more about the festival on page 19.) This free two-day event (happening Sept. 28-29) showcases a broad collection of artists, musicians, dancers and presenters, and includes a plethora of activities open for public participation. […]
Dion Dorado dedicated 18 years of his life to his country as a U.S. Marine and U.S. Army soldier. On July 2, he was working as an advisor and mentor under a Department of Defense contract for DynCorp International. While stationed in Afghanistan, the company’s barracks were destroyed during an attack by a suicide truck […]