In the course of the 10-month Operation Red Reaper, 96 people were arrested and 74 firearms were seized, including 14 fully automatic firearms.
Special financing for solar projects proves sticky for Valley residents
On the surface, the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program looks straight forward. Yet, some Valley cities have voted to eliminate the program.
Three Tulare Co. farm workers taken to hospital after pesticide exposure
In total, 63 farm workers were exposed. Three people were taken to Kaweah Delta Medical Center for symptoms of nausea and vomiting.
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.
Catholic priest Swearengin placed on leave by Fresno Diocese
Though currently assigned to Good Shepherd Parish in Visalia, Swearengin is on medical leave and was considered “very seriously ill,” per a statement from Fresno Bishop
Adventist Health Tulare names new Obstetrics director
Toni Lynne Gonzales will lead the resurrected department, which is scheduled to open July 15.
Crocker squares off against two challengers for Tulare Supervisor seat
Former Exeter Mayor Robyn Stearns and retired Tulare County Sheriff’s Captain Larry Micari are taking on Supervisor Kuyler Crocker.
Tulare taps Rob Hunt as permanent City Manager
Hunt’s official contract will be approved at the June 18 City Council meeting.
Visalia looks to regulate sidewalk vendors
A new ordinance looks to regulate sidewalk vendors following a state law that legalized street vending but allowed local health and safety rules.
Visalia approves hike in rates and fees for 2019
The Visalia City Council approved Monday new fees, increases and adjustments to the city’s Rates and Fees Schedule for the upcoming fiscal year.
