Estelle M. Christensen, a former resident of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully on Saturday Feb. 8, 2020. She was 78. Estelle and her husband, Lou, lived in Three Rivers, California, for 25 years before moving to Washington State to be closer to family. … [Read more...] about Obituary | Estelle Christensen: 1941 ~ 2020
Calendar of Events | February-March-April
Here is the essential guide to activities, events, exhibits, fundraisers, and more that are coming soon to Three Rivers and the surrounding areas. Watch this space regularly as it is kept current and continually updated with new listings. Notes: (1) Events … [Read more...] about Calendar of Events | February-March-April
Here’s what’s on the Census questionnaire: What you need to know
by Mark Hedlin, Ethnic Media Services With the 2020 census now officially under way, here’s a look at what those census questionnaires will actually ask us. There are nine questions on the primary census … [Read more...] about Here’s what’s on the Census questionnaire: What you need to know
Beetles and fire kill dozens of ‘indestructible’ giant sequoia trees
Two articles from The Guardian: For the first time in recorded history, tiny bark beetles emboldened by the climate crisis have started to kill giant sequoia trees, according to a joint National Park Service and US Geological Survey … [Read more...] about Beetles and fire kill dozens of ‘indestructible’ giant sequoia trees
Obituary | Evelyn Stiltz: 1924 ~ 2020
Evelyn was truly a beautiful woman, of great strength and energy, of deep love and respect, and was an inspiration to everyone she touched. She was a one-of-a-kind lady and the best mom, wife, and grandmother. Evelyn Marie Stiltz of Three Rivers … [Read more...] about Obituary | Evelyn Stiltz: 1924 ~ 2020
Three Rivers Union School announces second-quarter awards
Grade 1 - Katie St. Martin, teacher Perfect Attendance Presley Kerby Quentin Leedy Good Attendance Hazel Adams Kaila Barconi Hunter Cruz Marionjane Veyna SawyerRose Welch Grade 2 - Jami Beck, … [Read more...] about Three Rivers Union School announces second-quarter awards
Tulare County Fair accepting CEO applications
The Tulare County Fairgrounds / 24th District Agricultural Association is seeking applicants for its Chief Executive Officer position. “The Tulare County Fair is financially very strong, we have a committed Board of Directors and our sponsors and supporters … [Read more...] about Tulare County Fair accepting CEO applications
Obituary | Clancy Barlow: 1929 ~ 2020
Clancy Barlow, a former resident of Three Rivers, Calif., passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2020, at his home in Medford, Oregon. He was 90. Clancy and his wife, Gail, moved to Three Rivers upon his retirement from the Los Angeles Police Department in 1976. … [Read more...] about Obituary | Clancy Barlow: 1929 ~ 2020
Obituary | Russ Lasswell: 1930 ~ 2020
Olin Keith "Russ" Lasswell, a 57-year resident of Three Rivers, died Thursday, January 2, 2020, in Visalia. He was 89. A celebration of Russ's life will be held Saturday, Feb. 8, at 10 a.m., in Harrison Hall at Community Presbyterian Church in Three Rivers. … [Read more...] about Obituary | Russ Lasswell: 1930 ~ 2020
Fire watchers wanted: Volunteers observe, protect forests from wildfire
A wisp of white-grey clouds in the distance. The gnawing sense of trouble forming on the horizon. The sound of static is broadcast as Buck Rock's fire watcher radios Porterville Dispatch. In a steady voice, the fire watcher announces, "Porterville – Buck … [Read more...] about Fire watchers wanted: Volunteers observe, protect forests from wildfire