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Martin Chavez joins open Kings Co. Supervisor battle
The farm management executive joins a growing field to succeed longtime Kings County Supervisor Joe Neves.
March 1, 2026
Stefanie Silveira Chavez, sister-in-law to U.S. Labor Secretary, launches Kings Co. Supervisor bid
The Kings County realtor launched her bid to succeed longtime Kings County Supervisor Joe Neves in the Lemoore-Stratford area seat.
February 25, 2026
Garrett Gilcrease launches campaign for Kings County Supervisor
The Kings County farmer is hoping to succeed Joe Neves, a lawmaker whose tenure dates back to 1994, on the Board of Supervisors.
February 17, 2026
Hanford names new city manager
The city has selected an internal candidate to oversee the local government’s operations, removing the interim tag.
January 22, 2026
Kings Co. DA sues Avenal, alleging secret votes over fire department
The City of Avenal is facing a lawsuit from the Kings County District Attorney’s Office for allegedly violating California’s open meetings law.
January 13, 2026
Navy eyes transitioning more F-35Cs to NAS Lemoore
The Navy would move multiple existing fighter squadrons out of Lemoore in exchange for the next generation fighter.
December 7, 2025
Kings County appoints David Putnam to be next sheriff
Rick Bradford is retiring from the Sheriff’s Office instead of taking over as the new sheriff.
November 7, 2025
Kings County appoints Rick Bradford as new sheriff
Bradford will take over for David Robinson, who is retiring from the position.
September 24, 2025
Hanford Police Officer charged with using excessive force, led to death
The officer will appear in court next week after previously bailing out of jail.
September 18, 2025
Hanford man sentenced to prison for trafficking meth
Ryan Gines was one of nearly two dozen people charged with drug trafficking as part of Operation Red Reaper.
August 11, 2025