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Edward Smith,
Multimedia Journalist

Edward Smith began reporting for GV Wire in May 2023. His reporting career began at Fresno City College, graduating with an associate degree in journalism. After leaving school he spent the next six years with The Business Journal, doing research for the publication as well as covering the restaurant industry. Soon after, he took on real estate and agriculture beats, winning multiple awards at the local, state and national level. You can contact Edward at 559-440-8372 or at Edward.Smith@gvwire.com.

Stories by Edward Smith

Guns, Marijuana, Gambling: Fresno’s Smoke Shop Enforcement Issues $5M in Citations

Fresno code enforcement has issued $5 million in citations, found hundreds of pounds of illegal marijuana, and uncovered gambling operations...

/ 3 days ago

Could Biden Declare Shaver Lake a National Monument and ‘Completely Change’ It?

Activist group Unite the Parks called on President Joe Biden to transform 1.4 million acres of Sierra National Forest land into a national m...

/ 4 days ago

Ag Recession? Years of Plenty May Be Over, but Reality Isn’t as Bleak as Painted

The threats faced by farmers since 2022 could not be better exemplified than through the collapse of some of the biggest farming names in th...

/ 5 days ago

Fresno State Generates $1B in Economic Activity: Study

Calling it an “affirmation of the role of Fresno State,” Fresno State President Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval said the nearly $1 billion...

/ 1 week ago

Fresno County Schools Superintendent Says Ventana Hills’ Exit Isn’t in Sierra Unified’s Best Interests

Staff with the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools has recommended that the committee overseeing school districts deny a petition from V...

/ 2 weeks ago

Fresno Lands Nearly $60 Million to Improve Bus and Air Travel

Whether you’re traveling within Fresno or getting away, two transportation grants will enhance your experience. A $52.1 million state ...

/ 2 weeks ago

How Big a Punch Do Social Justice Groups Pack on Fresno Business, Housing, and Roads?

In a 2023 video celebrating its 10th anniversary, Leadership Counsel for Justice and Accountability spoke about the need to protect neglecte...

/ 2 weeks ago

Worried About Losing Your House in a Title Scam? Free Fresno County Program Offers Help

Title fraud can be financially devastating for homeowners, says Fresno County Assessor-Recorder Paul Dictos about a scam sweeping the United...

/ 2 weeks ago

California Dominates Bad Air Rankings. But Numbers Bear Good News for Fresno.

If you’re looking for clean air, California may not be the place. Of the top 30 most polluted counties in the U.S., 20 are in the Gold...

/ 2 weeks ago

Fresno Mission Needs Workers for New Thrift Store. Job Fair Friday.

With the Fresno Mission’s new thrift store opening soon approaching, the nonprofit needs workers to work registers, help customers, co...

/ 2 weeks ago

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