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Perkins named Hanford’s permanent fire chief
While Perkins celebrated the move, he also cautioned the public that without more funding, the Hanford Fire Department will not be able to continue providing the current level of service.
Poll: Fong leads special election against Boudreaux
New poll results found 20th District voters support Asm. Vince Fong over Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux in the special election runoff.
Central Valley Christian hires Don Arax as next football coach
The former Bullard High School coach is moving to Visalia.
Fresno Islamic center receives state funding for security and safety
The Sierra Islamic Center is one of six nonprofits and faith-based organizations in the Central Valley to receive state money.
House Dems reserve millions of dollars in TV ad time ahead of fall Central Valley blitz
This is the largest amount of money that the House Majority PAC has ever spent nationally to boost its candidates.
Riverstone, Madera Co. boomtown, preps $25mil water treatment plant to accommodate growth
A sizable investment in water infrastructure arrives as the Riverstone development begins another wave of expansion in southern Madera County.
Fresno’s GOP backs Bonakdar, Richardson for City Council seat
The decision by the Fresno County GOP to back all candidates is reminiscent of a similar move by Calif. Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis.
Bill to build UC medical school in Kern County receives committee approval
Kern County could host a new medical school through the University of California if the Legislature backs a proposal from Asm. Jasmeet Bains.
Report: Becerra exploring run for California governor
Xavier Becerra has reportedly told top Democratic operatives that he is considering returning to California to try to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2026.
Fresno to get its own Monopoly board later this year
Mr. Monopoly and Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer will celebrate the famed board game’s Fresno edition on Thursday.
