FRESNO STATE — Forensic anthropologist Dr. Chelsey Juarez of the Fresno State Forensic Anthropology Laboratory analyzes the remains to estimate things like age, sex, stature, ancestry and to investigate the type and timing of traumatic injuries  — whatever the medical examiner needs. Her work, with assistance from about six undergraduate students in the lab, helps find resolutions for missing people ...

OAKHURST — Battle of the Badges is almost upon us! This Saturday, the Central California Blood Center will have a mobile unit at the southwest corner of SR-41 and SR-49 in the Oakhurst Vons parking lot. Oakhurst CHP is trying to have more donations than any other First Responder agencies. Date & Time: Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. ...

FRESNO — A longtime staple in community events and celebrations in the Central Valley, Pardini’s is unveiling a vibrant new look to their event venue. Founded over 60 years ago with a dedication to creating incredible food and providing impeccable service, they are now getting a full makeover, redesigning the venue for events, conferences, brand activations, influencer engagements, and more! ...

COARSEGOLD — For the fourth consecutive year, Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino has received AAA’s coveted Four Diamond rating. By AAA’s standards, hotels at this level are committed to providing every guest with a high degree of hospitality and attentive service in upscale surroundings with an extensive array of amenities and guest services. With this designation, Chukchansi Gold Resort & ...

COARSEGOLD – Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino is pleased to announce the appointment of Klaus Feyersinger as executive chef. Chef Feyersinger brings more than 40 years of fine-dining culinary experience to the Central Valley with an impressive resume spanning luxury Lake Tahoe resorts and international ocean liners to multiple AAA Four Diamond-awarded eateries. In his role at Chukchansi Gold, Feyersinger ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Honorary doctorates are awarded on behalf of the California State University system and Fresno State in recognition of excellence and extraordinary achievement in significant areas of human endeavor that embody the objectives and ideals of the CSU system. Holly Blossom Wyatt will receive an honorary doctor of humane letters and will be recognized during the College of Arts ...

MADERA — Are you ready for the Central Valley’s newest SPRING Half Marathon events and newly added bike events! Run or bike through picturesque trees and meadows on rolling groomed trails as you view beautiful vistas just minutes north of Fresno’s River Park Shopping Center at Highway 41 just past Avenue 14. The Tesoro Viejo Classic Half Marathon will take you ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District offers Valley residents the opportunity to save up to $5,000 on a new home heating and cooling system when decommissioning their fireplace and installing an electric heat pump system. The District’s Fireplace & Woodstove Change-Out program provides incentives for residents to reduce emissions from their wood burning stove or ...

FRIANT —  Fäsi Estates Winery has done it again! Bringing you the finest local musicians, along with an exquisite food and wine menu, there’s no better place to be this Saturday afternoon. Come to the winery and listen to the mellow rock sounds of Sammy James as he puts on an incredible acoustic live set! It’s going to be a ...

MERCED — The Merced County Fair will hold its annual job fair in Tioga Hall, located at the Merced County Fairgrounds. The fair is seeking individuals who can demonstrate excellent customer service in an entertaining and family-friendly environment. Working at a fair can be a really fun way to earn some money, so we’ll see you there! Dates & Times: Wednesday, ...