Hello there, I’m Floyd. I’m what you call a real “people guy.” I love everyone I meet! My family had to relocate and circumstances prevent me from going with them. I would love to find a home where I can have my own person or two. Although I have had a “sister,” I really love people. My foster mom says ...
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Cedar Valley Fuel Reduction Project Begins
Fuel Reduction Services on Private Properties OAKHURST – Work on the Cedar Valley Fuel Reduction Project began last week. Yosemite/Sequoia Resource Conservation & Development Council (YSRCDC) has contracted with Calaveras Healthy Impact Product Solutions (CHIPS), who has partnered with Big Sandy Rancheria to reduce hazardous fuels, including the removal of standing and downed dead trees, on approximately 45 acres of ...
Read More »Stars and Stripes Real Estate Partners With Side
Aiming to Grow a Prominent Brand and Expand Its Service, Stars and Stripes Real Estate announced its partnership with Side, the only real estate technology company that exclusively partners with high-performing agents, teams, and independent brokerages to transform them into market-leading boutique brands and businesses. Stars and Stripes Real Estate recently announced its partnership with Side, the only real estate ...
Read More »Fresno Art Museum Re-opening Remains on Hold for a Little Longer
FRESNO — The week of March 15, 2021, marked FAM being closed due to COVID-19 for one whole year (except for a few weeks in October 2020). Thanks to all of you who care about the Museum. They are as vital as ever and are ready to seamlessly reopen and sooner rather than later! Although Fresno County has moved to ...
Read More »Virtual Yosemite: Water Flows in Spring
YOSEMITE — Following some amazing wildflower blooms this year, Yosemite is now seeing rising river levels, proliferating greenery, and impressive waterfall displays with the onset of warm spring weather. See an immersive 360° VR view of Merced River’s spring runoff below the Pohono Bridge (from 2017) here. This year, unfortunately, appears to be bringing the start of another drought in ...
Read More »North Fork Slope Stabilization Project
Madera County Office of Emergency Services Partners with SOX Erosion Solutions to Implement Slope Stabilization Project in North Fork NORTH FORK – Madera County Sheriff Tyson Pogue announced the partnership between the Madera County Office of Emergency Services and SOX Erosion Solutions to implement a slope stabilization project in North Fork following the devastating Creek Fire, which burned 379,895 acres ...
Read More »Annual Run With The Heroes Goes Virtual
Fifth Annual Run with the Heroes Goes Virtual Benefiting George’s Pass Autism Program MADERA – Valley Children’s annual Run with the Heroes event goes virtual this year, allowing families who have been impacted by autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to connect safely, bring light to Autism Awareness Month and support George’s Pass. Register through runwiththeheroes.com. Families can complete their virtual Run with ...
Read More »Telecommunications Personnel: Crucial Link For CHP
SACRAMENTO – Public safety dispatchers, often the first assistance people reach in an emergency, provide a crucial link between the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the public. In recognition of their service, the CHP joins other law enforcement agencies to recognize National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week on April 11-17, 2021. California legislation enacted in 2020 reclassified public safety dispatchers as ...
Read More »Give Spring Salads a Fresh Spin With These Two Delicious Salad Recipes
With spring and warmer weather comes salad season, offering a perfect canvas for creating refreshing meals and appetizers centered around tasty greens, juicy tomatoes and crave-worthy dressings. Give your salads an update by avoiding the same tired mixes and instead create tasty meals fit for the season. Part of the appeal of dishing up a homemade salad is the unlimited ...
Read More »Fresno State Liberal Studies Student Named University Volunteer of the Year
FRESNO — Ariel Mendez, a graduate student at Fresno State majoring in liberal studies, was awarded the 2021 University Volunteer of the Year Award. The award, which includes a $1,500 scholarship, is given each year to a student who has made a difference in the community through their time and talent. Mendez has volunteered more than 480 hours over the ...
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