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Tulare County firefighter is fighting in this fundraiser in Visalia
TULARE, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Firefighter Chris Sanchez says his upcoming fight at Battle of The Badges is about more than raising funds for a worthy cause or having his hand raised in the ring. Battle of the Badges is a non-profit boxing organization made up of first responders including law enforcement, firefighters, and military, who […]
Tulare mayor on new amphitheater, addressing homelessness
TULARE, Calif. (KGPE) – This week for Meeting with the Mayors, CBS47 Anchor Mederios Babb Caught up with Mayor Terry Sayre to talk about pressing issues around town. The two talked about a new amphitheater in Zumwalt Park, addressing homelessness around town through a permanent shelter and temporary solutions, and the economic impact of the Tulare World Ag Expo.
Agreement reached in Farmersville teacher strike
An agreement has been reached between Farmersville teachers and the district leaders. The agreement comes a week after Farmersville teachers, parents, students and community supporters gathered in solidarity for better pay and benefits for educators. With a 99% vote to authorize a strike, Farmersville Teacher Association was prepared to strike...
Old Glory flies high at Seventh Day Adventist
Porterville Seventh Day Adventist Church is officially the home of a new gigantic American flag that will fly proudly for the community to see as they drive down Highway 65. In a small ceremony on Wednesday afternoon, church members and members of the American Legion Post 20 helped to raise Old Glory to its new permanent home.
Mario Time! Pathways showcase held for 6th graders
He Porterville Fairgrounds Expo Building held a glimpse of what the future could hold for local sixth graders as they attended the 2024 Porterville Unified School District Pathways Exhibition on Thursday. More than 1,000 students visited the annual exhibition which aims to expose students to various career paths and industries early in their educational journeys.
Family of Exeter man being sought by Coroner’s Office
EXETER, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Tulare County Coroner’s Office is looking for the family of a man who was found dead in his home in Exeter. Officials say 74-year-old David Ward Wintermute was found dead in his home in the Exeter area. The man passed from natural causes and is believed to have lived in […]
Woodlake residents sue government entities over flood damage; glad to see progress on infrastructure projects
More than a year after floods devastated the small town of Woodlake in Tulare County, residents finally feel hopeful about the future thanks to new infrastructure projects and an ongoing lawsuit they are bringing against local governments and other agencies. In March of 2023, homes in northwest Woodlake were hit...
Next CHAP event on Horseless Carriages in Context
Dr. Michael Sullivan will give a presentation on “Horseless Carriages in Context” at the next Cultural Historical Awareness Program, CHAP, event. The event will be from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, May 2 at the Porterville College Theatre. Horseless Carriages will also be on view at the campus quad area from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Highway 190 open from Cedar Slope to its end
Caltrans announced on Thursday Highway 190 between Cedar Slope and the end of Highway 190 to Quaking Aspen and the Western Divide Highway is set to be open. Caltrans stated that portion of Highway 190 would be open by 5 p.m. today. But those traveling over Highway 190 above Springville should still expect delays along the entire stretch, including above Cedar Slope. Some stretches above Cedar Slope will be under one-way traffic control whil construction still progresses.
Returning from the streets: Homeless survivors share stories and journey to recovery
Sergio Balesteros, 38, and Billy Escobar, 48, are two residents at the HOPE Center, a faith-based recovery home for men that offers an alternative to county rehabilitation programs located at the Hanford Pentecostal Church of God, led by Pastor Bobby Guerra. In and out of recovery homes, jail, prison, and...
The polls are open! Vote for the Tulare County Athlete of the Week, April 22-26
Visalia Times-Delta/Tulare Advance-Register readers can now vote for their favorite high school athletes at the newspaper's website, visaliatimesdelta.com. The poll closes on Friday. Please do not email your votes. Colton Bowling, baseball, Central Valley Christian: Bowling smacked a two-run single in the sixth inning to help the Cavaliers down Exeter...
Valley Elite offering summer hoops camps
Valley Elite will give youth a chance to stay active during the summer with three basketball camps. Boys and girls in grades kindergarten through high school can participate in the camps. Camps will be held June 3-7, June 24-28 and July 15-18 from 10 a.m. to noon each day at...
‘Medical emergency’: George Lopez Eagle Mountain Casino show postponed
PORTERVILLE, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Eagle Mountain Casino has announced George Lopez’s Saturday night show has been postponed. Officials say due to a medical emergency, George Lopez is unable to perform as scheduled Saturday night. The casino has moved the event to June 7, as Lopez takes time to recover. All tickets purchased for Saturday night’s […]
'Lend Me a Tenor' set to open at Encore Theatre in Tulare
There are two styles of comedy: high comedy and low comedy. Director Dave Burley says “Lend Me a Tenor,” which opens May 3 at Encore Theatre, is definitely the latter. “High comedy is more verbal. It uses sophisticated wit,” Burley explained. “Low comedy is more physical—think Laurel and Hardy or the Three Stooges.” He...
Monache boys, girls track sweep Mt. Whitney
The Monache boys track team remained in second place in the East Yosemite League with a 90-44 win over Mt. Whitney on Wednesday in Visalia. Monache's girls also defeated Mt. Whitney 78-44. Monache's boys distance runners swept the 800, 1600 and 3200 races with Conner Machado leading the way. Machado...
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