San Joaquin Valley Homes (SJV Homes) has closed its 4,500th home in their 11th year of the homebuilding business. To recognize this milestone, SJV Homes is commemorating the homebuyer with a check for $4,500. “We’re thrilled to recognize our 4,500th home closing by sharing this moment with the Salcedo family, who just closed on their […]
District Attorney Tim Ward is pleased to introduce Tor, TCDA’s first electronic detection K9. Tor was welcomed at today’s Board of Supervisors meeting in Visalia. Tor, a two-year-old black labrador retriever, is an inaugural graduate of the United States Secret Service (USSS) National Computer Forensic Institute (NCFI) program for electronic detection K9’s. The TCDA Bureau […]
With the rapid spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) devastating poultry farms across the country, Representatives Jim Costa (CA-21) and Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced the Healthy Poultry Assistance and Indemnification (HPAI) Act to ensure that poultry growers especially those in the San Joaquin Valley receive fair compensation when federal disease control measures impact their operations. “The […]
A ceremony to pay tribute to Visalia’s beloved Sequoia Legacy Tree will be held Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00 pm. Hosted by Visit Visalia, the event will acknowledge and celebrate the history of the landmark that has long stood as a symbol of friendship and connection with the nearby Sequoia & Kings Canyon National […]
Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) led 46 members of Congress in a letter calling on President Donald Trump to reconsider the proposed 25% tariffs on imported building materials from Canada and Mexico. These tariffs could exacerbate the nation’s housing affordability crisis, drive up consumer costs, and slow down the construction of new homes. “Given the severe housing shortage, […]
Community Services Employment Training (CSET) is now providing free tax preparation services to residents of Tulare County. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program prepares federal and state tax returns at no cost to households with less than $67,000 in annual income. Eligible working families and individuals may also qualify for Federal and California Earned […]
The 58th World Ag Expo® returns Tuesday, February 11th, in Tulare, California. The excitement kicks off on Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. with the Opening Ceremonies at the Heritage Complex Banquet Hall. The ceremony will highlight the achievements of the Top-10 New Products Winners and the recipients of the “We Believe in Growing” scholarship, sponsored by E.M. […]
A federal lawsuit pending in US District Court claims a “law-enforcement gang” composed of sworn deputies is operating within the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office. The accusation stems from what plaintiffs – all current and former TCSO deputies – allege is a widespread conspiracy. County leaders, they claim, punish law enforcement officers who speak out against […]
Southwest Airlines today announced the airline will offer daily nonstop flights between Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) beginning October 2, 2025. Southwest Airlines’ new route will offer passengers additional convenient travel options and seamless connections through the airline’s extensive network. San Diego will be the fourth destination served by […]
Former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy has officially endorsed Stan Ellis in the special election for California Assembly District 32, praising Ellis’s dedication to the Central Valley and his track record as a business leader and community advocate. “Stan Ellis, a longstanding Central Valley business leader, has demonstrated an unwavering dedication to making our […]