December 20, the Westlands Water District (District) Board of Directors named Jose Gutierrez as the District’s Interim General Manager starting January 1, 2023. Mr. Gutierrez has been with the District since 2012 and currently serves as the District’s Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Gutierrez is a registered civil engineer and holds a Bachelor of Science degree […]
A message from Salt and Light, the Visalia Rescue Mission, and Habitat for Humanity Salt and Light – Adrianne Hillman As 2022 comes to an end, we want to take a moment to thank you for all your kindness and support. Your consistent love and generosity pours out abundantly into the hearts of our neighbors […]
Airports nationwide, including Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), will be busy during the Winter Holiday travel season. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) expects Thursday, December 22, and Friday, December 30 to be the busiest days during the travel season. Passengers are encouraged to arrive early and prepared for travel. With flights anticipated near or at capacity, fewer […]
A press release from the Tulare Local Health Care District The Tulare Hospital District has signed documents to fund the long-debated solar and lighting project for the Evolutions Gym on Prosperity Ave. The Board unanimously approved the project at a special meeting on November 29 and immediately signed documents to lock in the interest rate. […]
Just 13 months after he began the job, Phil Smith is out as CEO of the Tulare Local Health Care District (TLHCD). Smith was removed from the position by a unanimous vote of the board of which he was once a member at a meeting held Monday, December 12. CEO Smith Released Smith was […]
Tuesday saw the swearing in of newcomers and incumbents to the Visalia Unified School Board. Those members taking the oath of office were Walta Gamoian from Area 1, Paul Belt from Area 2, Joy Naylor from Area 3, Todd Oto from Area 4, and Randy Villegas from Area 6. After the swearing-in, Gamoian was chosen […]
This is part one of a two part series. Tony Reid – a seasoned defense attorney and private detective turned author – says the former Tulare County District Attorney knowingly framed an innocent man for the murder of 13-year-old girl in 1975 to save his political career. Innocent Man Framed? Reid’s new book, 12/26/75, details […]
“No to kids” is a common outlook for the rising Gen Z population in the United States, but this is as much a global phenomenon as it is a growing ideology in the United States. Generation Z is historically setting a new record with fewer childbirths in recent years. Younger women, in addition to men, […]
Jennah “The Gem” Creason is a standout with Visalia PAL Boxing. She started with Visalia PAL at the age of 9 with one goal in mind, to become a world champion. When she entered the PAL Boxing gym for the first time, she saw pictures on the wall of past Visalia PAL champions. I told […]
Tulare County Animal Services (TCAS) is introducing Adventure Paws, a new program where you can take one of the Tulare County Animal Shelter dogs out for the day and have your own adventure! You could go shopping at a dog-friendly store, go for a walk, take a hike, or hang out at home and watch […]