Alex Tavlian
757 posts
Alex Tavlian is the Executive Editor of The San Joaquin Valley Sun and Executive Director of Valley Future Foundation. You can reach Alex at alex.tavlian@sjvsun.com.
Fresno State Health Dean steps down after nursing program accreditation losses
One Fresno State nursing program lost accreditation this year while another operated for years without it. Now, Dean Jody Hironaka-Juteau has resigned.
September 4, 2019
Bredefeld: Shady accounting, $10mil demand by Frazier leaves “stench”
A $10 million claim of damages by a Fresno developer has opened a chasm at Fresno's City Hall, Fresno City Councilman Garry Bredefeld announced.
September 3, 2019
With no campaign-funded salary, Janz fights County leave policy he wanted in 2018
While his 2018 campaign paid his salary and benefits during his leave, Janz claims a new County leave policy would put his family's livelihood at risk.
August 29, 2019
Nunes rallies GOP into battle between Valadao, “total loser” Cox
Rep. Devin Nunes and columnist Victor Davis Hanson laid out the state of play in Washington, Sacramento, and at home during a Fresno County GOP event.
August 29, 2019
Devin Nunes spoke at a Fresno GOP event. Two protesters showed up.
Despite hyping the location of Nunes' speaking engagement in Sunnyside, the House Intel member was greeted by only two protesters and a cow-clad mannequin.
August 28, 2019
Valadao formally launches bid to recapture Congressional seat in 2020
Former Congressman David Valadao (R–Hanford) announced he's seeking a rematch with his successor, Rep. TJ Cox (D–Fresno), on Wednesday
August 28, 2019
Hanford gives 10-day ultimatum for improvements on Carnegie Museum
Facing financial turmoil, the operator of the Carnegie is staring down a 10-day deadline to make improvements or lose its lease at the legendary library.
August 26, 2019
USDA approves $15mil to buy raisins from raisin growers, packers
The USDA is re-launching its program to purchase $15 million worth of excess California Raisins for food assistance and school lunch programs.
August 26, 2019
Calif. Supreme Court wants answers from state in battle over law requiring Trump’s tax returns
The Court placed the burden on Secretary of State Alex Padilla to explain why it should not nix the new law as violating California's constitution.
August 21, 2019
Cannella drops bid for Stanislaus Co. Supervisor citing conflicts
The abrupt exit of the former State Senator leaves the contest to replace four-term Supervisor Jim DeMartini wide open heading into 2020.
August 21, 2019