Subscribers of The Fresno Bee, who are obviously dwindling in today’s rapidly changing media and information landscape, received a noteworthy email on October 8 from the Bee's publisher. Here is an excerpt: The Fresno Bee is changing to ensure we are able to … [Read more...] about The Fresno Bee to eliminate Saturday print publication in 2020
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Three Rivers School students spend a day at Park Ridge Fire Lookout
One of the favorite activities of the Buck Rock Foundation is its student education program. All three of our lookouts — Buck Rock, Delilah and Park Ridge — entertain kids of all ages where they learn the importance of fire lookouts and receive hands-on … [Read more...] about Three Rivers School students spend a day at Park Ridge Fire Lookout
PC continues short term rental ordinance and Paradise Ranch special use permit
Following a second lengthy public hearing, on Wednesday, October 16, the Tulare County Planning Commission voted to continue until November 6 the decision on the short term rental ordinance. After questioning Charlie Norman, Tulare County Fire Chief, the … [Read more...] about PC continues short term rental ordinance and Paradise Ranch special use permit
Sequoia and Kings Canyon incidents during a fall holiday weekend
SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK Ash Mountain ● Rangers responded to a report of a possible suicidal person that came through the Big Stump Entrance Station headed for Moro Rock. She was contacted at Eleven Range after missing the turn to … [Read more...] about Sequoia and Kings Canyon incidents during a fall holiday weekend
Covered California 2020 Open Enrollment Period: October 15-January 31
Open enrollment is the period during which people can purchase health insurance for the upcoming year. During Open Enrollment, you can apply for health insurance or change your current plan without a “qualifying life event” (*see below for description). Open … [Read more...] about Covered California 2020 Open Enrollment Period: October 15-January 31
Three Rivers speaks out on STR ordinance: Part 3
In Part 3, South Fork residents Steve and Elizabeth LaMar and Julianna Seligman offer comments at the September 25 County of Tulare Planning Commission meeting. Steve LaMar has been at odds with guests who have stayed in short-term rentals in houses on both … [Read more...] about Three Rivers speaks out on STR ordinance: Part 3
Three Rivers plant nursery blossoms under new owner
After decades of serving Three Rivers with a variety of plants and garden products, the last few years for the Three Rivers plant nursery has included a lot of false starts. However, if you haven't been to old Sierra Garden Center lately, you are in for a … [Read more...] about Three Rivers plant nursery blossoms under new owner
DUI factors in fatal head-on crash
The fatal head-on crash occurred when the westbound driver of a 2001 Mercedes, Joshua Young, 37, of Visalia attempted to pass a car coming out of the downhill section below Lake Kaweah. Realizing that there was not time to return to the westbound lane, Young … [Read more...] about DUI factors in fatal head-on crash
Cal Fire gears up for fall fire season
Cal Fire is increasing its staffing statewide, as strong winds and dry weather have prompted red flag warnings and possible power shutoffs across California. "We have increased our staffing, but need the public to remain vigilant," said Cal Fire director … [Read more...] about Cal Fire gears up for fall fire season
Three Rivers speaks out on STR ordinance
There's no more controversial issue in Three Rivers currently than the County of Tulare's proposed short-term rental ordinance. Sixteen people entered comments into the public record at the Wednesday, Sept. 25, meeting of the Tulare County Planning … [Read more...] about Three Rivers speaks out on STR ordinance