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Valley residents are growing alarmed by solar-and-battery project taking over farmland. Here’s why.
A 15-square-mile patch of retired farmland in Fresno County is on the verge of becoming a solar-and-battery field. Residents are none-too-pleased, writes Pacific Research Institute's Kerry Jackson for Sun View.
We can stop Sacramento’s war on Veterans and their families
"I served my country in uniform, and I’ve spent years since then helping fellow veterans navigate the complex world of health care. One thing I’ve learned: when the system works, it saves lives. When it doesn’t, it can cost them," writes Scott Staples for Sun View.
Don’t let red tape choke out P2P tools that help Central Valley small businesses thrive
"From run a fruit stand in Selma, a food truck in Modesto or a family-owned shop in Madera, peer-to-peer (P2P) payment platforms like PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle have become an essential part of doing business," writes Clint Olivier for Sun View.
When Silicon Valley blocks housing, the Central Valley pays the price
We've been good neighbors long enough. We need state policy that protects Central Valley families, rather than making us the solution to everyone else's problems," writes Modesto City Councilman Chris Ricci for Sun View.
I’m continuing the focus on student success in Fresno County
"The changes we have made at [Fresno County Superintendent of Schools] were necessary: raising standards, addressing longstanding challenges, and being more fiscally responsible with taxpayer dollars," writes Dr. Michele Cantwell-Copher for Sun View.
Families and farmers deserve priority in California’s climate future
California's cap-and-trade program has dealt benefits to farmers. A reauthorization could put them in jeopardy, writes Brian Shobe for Sun View.
AB 1156 offers hope and a future for the Central Valley — and families like mine
"As SGMA is implemented, vast swaths of productive farmland—nearly a million acres statewide—are being fallowed, with no clear economic alternative for the land or the people who rely on it," writes farmer Cameron Moors. AB 1156 offers a critical lifeline.
When it comes to renewing Measure C, Fresno County’s getting steamrolled – by empty busses.
Fresno County's Measure C renewal process is being taken over by "12 of the most left-wing disrupters... who are hoping to double" bus spending to 50% of Measure C, writes Measure C renewal steering committee member Brooke Ashjian.
Fairness in women’s sports is not a partisan issue
"As a parent of student-athletes for over two decades, I believe much of the national conversation misses a key point: this is not just a political or cultural flashpoint—it’s about fairness," writes Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig.
It takes our whole community to heal from addiction’s scourge
“We will never arrest our way out of addiction. It is a profound community health issue that demands a unified, compassionate, and comprehensive response,” writes Ben Beauchaine for Sun View.
