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These dogs in Selma still need homes, adoption fees waived
SELMA, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – After 10 dogs were facing euthanasia in Selma, six now have found their forever homes; the four remaining dogs gained an extension to try and save their lives by Thursday. Staff at Second Chance Animal Shelter of Selma, located at 2831 W. Front St., say they, like many other shelters across […]
Federal Prison for Valley Man Convicted of Ghost Gun Sales, Cockfighting
A Tulare County man received seven years and three months in federal prison at his sentencing on Monday for selling ghost guns and being involved in the illegal blood sport of cockfighting. Pedro Gavino, 28, of Orosi, pleaded guilty to the charges in May of this year. U.S. Attorney Phillip...
2 arrested after rifle, fentanyl found in Visalia backyard
VISALIA, Calif. (FOX26) — Two men have been arrested after a rifle and fentanyl was found in a backyard Sunday afternoon in Visalia. According to the Visalia Police Department, officers were called out to the 700 block of Church Street around 1:00 p.m. for reports of a man with a gun.
Weekly Safety Report: Fatal Collision and School Threat in Kingsburg, California
Two incidents occurred in Kingsburg, California this week. The first incident involved a head-on collision on Highway 43, resulting in the death of two teenagers and injuries to three others. The second incident involved a teenage boy who was arrested for making violent threats towards Kingsburg High School over social media.
Report: Officials Dragged Feet Investigating Reedley Biolab
More questions are coming to the surface following a report by Fox News concerning the China-lined biolab in Reedley, CA. According to a new review of hundreds of internal emails, documents and photos via a public records request with the city of Fresno showed… Read entire story here:. https://nypost.com/2023/09/25/california-officials-dragged-feet-investigating-china-linked-biolab-documents-suggest/
Man arrested after caught with stolen debit card in Visalia
VISALIA, Calif. (FOX26) — A man was arrested Sunday morning after officers said he tried to use a stolen debit card in Visalia. According to the Visalia Police Department, officers were called to an O’Reilly Auto Parts store regarding fraud. When officers arrived, around 10:30 a.m., they learned...
Eye on Ag: Davis equipment supports the harvest season
Davis Equipment is an authorized dealer and service provider of Air O Fan ag sprayers and a leading distributor of fertilizer application equipment, parts, and service. Air O Fan is also owned by the Davis family, which is why they’re committed to the best service and support for local growers.
Kern Valley Sun football scoreboard Sept. 22
The Golden Bears remain undefeated. Kern Valley suffered a 49-0 defeat at the hands of Sierra Pacific. They struggled to register any score throughout the game. The Broncs managed to accumulate just 11 total yards during the game, with 37 passing yards and an unfortunate negative 26 rushing yards. In contrast, the Golden Bears put up impressive numbers, amassing 364 total yards, including 255 passing yards and 109 rushing yards.
Sprouts Farmers Market Hiring 400 Employees for 4 New Stores
Sprouts Farmers Market is searching for approximately 400 new employees who share a passion for fresh, natural and organic products to staff four new grocery stores. Sprouts’ efforts to establish itself as a go-to healthy specialty food retailer seem to be paying off after another solid quarter for the company. The grocer recently reported net sales totaling $1.7 billion for the 13-week second quarter ended July 2. This is a 6% increase from the same period in 2022. Comparable-store sales grew 3.2%, while e-commerce sales rose 16%, representing 12.1% of total sales.
Tulare Union knocks off previously undefeated Kingsburg
The Tulare Union High School football team played one of its best overall games of the season on Friday night at Bob Mathias Stadium. The Tribe racked up 451 yards of total offense and gave up only one touchdown on defense en route to a dominating 42-12 win over previously unbeaten Kingsburg.
Lightning Roofing can help get your roof replaced lightning fast
A roof over your head is an essential part of your home. So, keeping it in good condition is crucial. Lightning Roofing showed us their work at a job site in Selma and explained how they help their customers find financing. Lightning Roofing. (559) 667-2621. info@lightningroofing.com. www.lightningroofinginc.com.
Discover Uptown Sprouts: A Locally Owned Gem in Kingsburg
Nestled in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Kingsburg is a charming town known for its agricultural roots, friendly atmosphere, and now, the culinary gem that is Uptown Sprouts. This locally owned and operated restaurant, founded by the dynamic Pam Stepanian, has quickly become a favorite not only among Kingsburg locals but also among travelers from across the world who visit the area.
Desperate for Answers: 22-Year-Old Jolissa Fuentes Missing from Selma,California Ends Tragically
Jolissa Fuentes, a young woman of 22, was last captured on surveillance cameras at a local AM/PM fuel station in Selma, California. As of October 11, 2022, Selma Police Chief Rudy Alcaraz delivered the heartbreaking announcement at a media briefing. A body, believed to be Jolissa's, was located near Pine Flat Lake on Trimmer Springs Road following a car accident. Investigations suggest Jolissa’s car veered off the road. Tragically, it took a search team rappelling down a 400-foot cliff to retrieve her.
Weekly Safety Report: Threats, Convictions, Home Invasion, Stabbing, and Shots Fired in Tulare County, California
This week in Tulare County, California, several incidents occurred that raised concerns for public safety. These incidents include a 12-year-old student threatening a mass shooting at Earlimart Middle School, a gang member convicted of special circumstance murder in Farmersville, an arrest made in connection with a home invasion in Pixley, a stabbing in Visalia, and shots fired near schools in Visalia.
Weekly Safety Report: Homicide, Suspicious Activity, Police Program Return, 9/11 Memorial, Medicare Fraud in Kings County, California
This week in Kings County, California, several incidents occurred that require attention. These incidents include a homicide in Lemoore, the arrest of a suspect involved in the shooting, a man captured for suspicious activity in Hanford, the return of the Police Explorers program in Avenal, a plea of guilt in a Medicare fraud case in Hanford, and a request for community assistance in replacing memorial signs for a 9/11 victim.
Weekly Safety Report: Stabbing, Obscene Material Arrest, and House Fire Impact Visalia
This week in Visalia, California, several incidents occurred that impacted the safety of the community. These incidents include a man being hospitalized after a stabbing, a man being arrested for possessing obscene material involving children, and multiple pets being killed in a house fire.
Weekly Safety Report: Man Captured Jumping Fences, Hit and Run with Tinted Windows, Sleep Clinic Owner Guilty of Fraud in Hanford, California
This week in Hanford, California, there were three notable incidents. A 23-year-old man was captured after jumping fences and checking vehicle door handles. A hit and run incident occurred, leaving a 21-year-old woman critically injured, with the car's dark window tint being a factor. Additionally, the owner of a sleep clinic pleaded guilty to submitting over $1 million in fraudulent claims for sleep studies to Medicare.