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Heavy flooding causes sinkhole, closes Clovis Avenue in Fresno, officials say
Heavy flooding Monday morning caused a large sinkhole to form on Clovis Avenue in Fresno, forcing the closure of the southbound lanes between Butler Avenue and Columbia Drive. The California Highway Patrol said the flooding was caused by a ruptured water main on Clovis Avenue, south of Butler Avenue. Some neighborhoods reported up to 3 feet of standing water, prompting officials to shut down the roadway. CHP officers were called to the scene after a large sinkhole began forming in front of two homes. Public Works and Fresno County Roads personnel are also working at the scene. Fresno resident Marko Lentz said Fresno County sheriff’s deputies arrived around 1:30 a.m. with their sirens on, initially leading him to believe there was a fire. Lentz said deputies used a loudspeaker to tell neighbors to prepare for a possible evacuation because of the broken water main. “We weren’t issued any evacuation orders,” he said. “They just told us to be ready. After that, they came through periodically.” Lentz also said a large tree fell on Columbia Drive around 6:30 a.m. CHP is urging drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes. The closure will remain in effect until officials determine the
KMPH.com
Veterans Day events and discounts for Valley vets
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Wednesday, Nov. 11th is Veterans Day, a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served to protect our freedoms. Below are a few events happening to show appreciation for their service and sacrifice. Many local and national restaurants and retailers also...
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Local flavors take over Chukchansi Park
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Taco Truck Throwdown 15 took over Chukchansi Park on Saturday, showcasing the best the Central Valley has to offer. The event started back in 2011. Event co-founder and President of Fresno Street Eats Mike Oz says the first instance of the Taco Truck Throwdown featured only 7 trucks. Taco Truck Throwdown […]
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Community members speak about Candy Cane Lane changes
CLOVIS, Calif. (FOX26) — Community members speak about changes being made to Candy Cane Lane in Clovis. Neighbors Steven Velasquez and Jonathan Davenport enjoy being part of the community during the holiday season by giving out candy canes to guests and decorating. However, a growing problem concerns outside vendors.
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Water main break displaces Southeast Fresno family as city promises reimbursements
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Families in Southeast Fresno are facing an uncertain future after a city water main break flooded homes, forced residents to evacuate and left some properties unlivable. The City of Fresno says it will help cover certain expenses for displaced residents, including temporary housing and property...
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Naindeep Singh’s breaks open District 1 race
Central Unified Trustee Naindeep Singh has taken a large lead in the race for Fresno City Council District 1. Along with Singh’s move, the latest election update from the Fresno County Registrar of Voters Tuesday afternoon also saw Asm. Joaquin Arambula (D–Fresno) and Ariana Martinez Lott maintain their leads in their respective races.
The Fresno Bee
You can cut down your own Christmas tree in CA for $20. Where to go near Fresno
Imagine hiking into a lush forest as the birds flit through the lofty evergreens. As you enter a sunny clearing, you spot your ideal Christmas tree: a perfectly formed fir. You can cut down your own holiday tree at a dozen national forests across California, including a couple near Fresno. According to federal government officials, controlled tree-cutting is allowed during the holidays to reduce overgrowth and fire risks. “For every tree that is found, cut and carried home as a holiday fixture, you’re also contributing to the overall forest health,” officials said on Recreation.gov. “Christmas tree permits are a unique opportunity to help thin densely populated stands of small-diameter trees — the perfect size for a Christmas tree.” It’s best to plan ahead, since permits go fast. Here’s what to know: Where can I cut down a Christmas tree in California? In California, a total of 12 national forests offer seasonal tree permits just in time for the holiday season. You can discover which forests offer tree permits by going to Recreation.gov and checking out the interactive map. You can also search by the forest name, location or state. Here’s where to go within a two-hour drive of Fresno: Sequoia
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Sanger honors local veterans with street fair celebration
SANGER — Decades apart, Sanger residents Lee Delap, Robert “Bob” Hoffman and Elaine Lynn each served long careers in the military. Delap served six years in the U.S. Army, including a 1969 deployment to South Vietnam with the First Infantry Division, where he earned the Bronze Star. Hoffman spent more than 28 years in the Army, serving in Germany before deploying to Iraq and retiring in 2008. Lynn, a former Clovis Unified teacher, served in the Civil Air Patrol during World War II and recently received the Congressional Gold Medal for her service.
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Fresno City Council calls truce between City Attorney Janz and Councilmember Arias in rare, sparse statement
Sober heads seem to have prevailed about a week after tensions publicly flared between the city attorney and a Fresno councilmember. In a terse unsigned announcement Monday, the Fresno City Council concluded that City Attorney Andrew Janz did not violate any city policies in connection with the controversial arrest of council candidate Naindeep Singh.