Valley cities face new issues amid recycling crunch
With China’s restrictions on importing recycled material, Valley cities are beginning to have to pay processors to deal with your recycling.
Business, Fresno
Hanford
Religious eviction: Woman settles housing claim against Hanford Vice Mayor
An 86-year-old Hanford woman was evicted from her apartment due to her religious activities and age. Her landlord happened to be Hanford’s Vice Mayor.
Business, Fresno
Jenny Toste out as ValleyPBS chief
Jenny Toste, the chief executive officer for the PBS station, was ousted from her position Friday following a vote by the station’s Board.
Fresno, Highlight
Fresno’s new idea to stop gang shootings: pay the shooter
The proposal follows Richmond, Stockton, and Sacramento in funding stipends for high risk individuals known to engage in violent acts.
Fresno
After approving road spending, Fresno County begins eyeing Measure C extension
The original Measure C ran from 1987-2007. In 2006, voters extended it for another 20 years, ending in 2027. Now, groundwork for another extension begins.
Business, Fresno, Highlight
Harris Farms names Beecher as President and Chief Executive Officer
There’s a changing of the guard atop Harris Farms. Jim Beecher, a board member of the company, has been selected to serve as the company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer.
Hanford
New member appointed to Kings County Board of Education
Tawny Robinson fills the seat of her late father-in-law, Mike Robinson, who passed away in May and had served on the board since 2014.
Fresno, Highlight
Audit of Fresno P.D. moonlighting shows issues with timecards
The audit was commissioned in April after City officials received anonymous complaints of Fresno police officers teaching while on City time.
Fresno
Judge may toss Fresno transgender woman’s discrimination suit against Starbucks
A transgender Fresno woman is suing Starbucks for harassment and discrimination, but a Fresno County judge may throw out the case.
Business, Highlight, Visalia
Tulare hospital turning the corner under Adventist management
Although it has faced many challenges over the last few years, Tulare’s hospital is in the best shape it’s been in years.
