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Mendoza announces broad coalition of state, local leaders endorsing supervisorial campaign

Posted on by Mendoza for Supervisor

Today, Rudy Mendoza announced a sweeping list of endorsements from respected leaders across California, highlighting the strong relationships and proven track record that have defined his public service career. The coalition includes state leaders, local elected officials, agriculture and business advocates, public safety professionals, and community stakeholders who have worked alongside Rudy to deliver critical […]

Randy Villegas announces town hall tour through California’s 22nd Congressional District

Posted on by Valley Voice Contributor

Randy Villegas is announcing a series of town halls to hear from voters across California’s 22nd Congressional District; the tour will include stops in Kern, Tulare, and Fresno counties. Villegas is the only CA-22 candidate who has announced public, in-person town hall events; the incumbent, Rep. David Valadao, has not held an in-person public town […]

Tulare strengthens financial stability with new reserves

Posted on by Valley Voice Contributor

At its last council meeting of 2025, the Tulare City Council unanimously approved updates to the City’s Budget Policies and Practices, including the establishment of an irrevocable Supplemental Pension Reserve Trust, an Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Reserve, and an increase to the City’s Workers’ Compensation Reserve. “These policy changes represent another important step in safeguarding […]

Donna’s Calendar of Events

Posted on by Donna Orozco

Don’t miss a thing going on in the South Valley! Read Donna’s Calendar of Events! Live Theater Encore Theatre presents “Rent,” a powerful rock musical that follows struggling artists in NYC against the backdrop of the AIDS crisis, Feb. 7-21. 324 South N St., Tulare. 559 686-1300 or www.encoretulare.org The Enchanted Playhouse puts on “Peter […]

California FPPC complaint filed against Porterville councilmember AJ Rivas

Posted on by Catherine Doe

Porterville Resident Brock Neeley has filed a California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) complaint against Porterville City Councilmember AJ Rivas for not disclosing an economic interest on his California Form 700. Rivas was elected in November 2024 to represent District 3. “Every elected official and public employee who makes or influences governmental decisions is required […]

Porterville Armory emergency shelter closing at the end of February

Posted on by Valley Voice Contributor

The Porterville Armory, which has served as an emergency shelter since the 2023 flood disaster by providing temporary housing and basic services for displaced individuals and families will be closing at the end of February. As part of the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget process, the Porterville City Council approved the remaining one-time General Fund allocation […]

Prop 36 in Tulare County: a first year review

Posted on by Tulare County District Attorney's Office

The Tulare County District Attorney’s Office has filed approximately 678 Proposition 36 eligible cases since the law went into effect in December 2024. In the November 2024 general election, California voters in all 58 counties approved the new law increasing treatment and punishment options for drug and theft crimes. “When Proposition 36 overwhelming was approved […]