Personalities

Ray O’Canto ‘Overwhelmed’ by Support As He Battles Cancer

August 5, 2019

Ray O'Canto, a man never at a loss for words, has two to share with everyone: "Thank you." The Fresno media personality known for his “Get Dirty!” call after Fresno State won the 2008 NCAA baseball championship is at Hinds Hospice after a two-month fight wi...

‘Face of Cancer’ Founder Holly Carter, 50, Has Died

gvwire

May 28, 2019

Holly Carter, whose battle with cancer inspired a Fresno charity helping women like her, died Tuesday. “Every woman battling cancer wants to be seen as a beautiful valiant warrior." — Holly Carter She was...

RIP, Bill Manders. He Took on Everyone From Liberals to Nunes.

David Taub

May 28, 2019

Bill Manders held to his conservative ideals on the airwaves while holding our public officials accountable. Off the air, he valued his family most. Opinion David Taub The talk radio hos...

3 Black Women Win Miss USA, Miss Teen USA and Miss America

AP News

May 3, 2019

NEW YORK — When Cheslie Kryst won the Miss USA crown, it marked more than a personal triumph: It meant that for the first time, three black women are the reigning Miss USA, Miss Teen USA and Miss America. The North Carolina lawyer completed the historic tri...

Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca in the ‘Star Wars’ films, dies at 74

AP News

May 2, 2019

LOS ANGELES — Peter Mayhew, the towering actor who donned a huge, furry costume to give life to the rugged-and-beloved character of Chewbacca in the original "Star Wars" trilogy and two other films, has died, h...

Visalia Rawhide’s Play-by-Play Voice Breaks Cal League Barrier

David Taub

April 15, 2019

While rosters in the California League are in flux, the broadcast booths in the eight-team league are relatively stable. Before Jill Gearin stepped to the mic this year for the Visalia Rawhide, the other sev...

Haron Dealership Celebrates New Facility, Loyalty to Downtown

David Taub

January 23, 2019

After 19 months and an $8 million renovation, a downtown Fresno car dealership is back to where it had been for more than seven decades. And where it wants to stay. Haron Jaguar Land Rover held a ceremonial ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday (Jan. 22) afternoo...

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Fresno Wrestling Community Remembers Mean Gene Okerlund

David Taub

January 2, 2019

Mean Gene Okerlund, the tuxedo-clad wrestling personality, passed away at the age of 76, the WWE announced Wednesday (Jan. 2). For decades, Okerlund served as the preeminent pitchman, interviewer, and wrestl...

Arizona Man Finds Magic Moments in TV Show on Uncle Houdini

AP News

December 30, 2018

PHOENIX — Growing up, George Hardeen never thought too much about being related to arguably the most famous magician of all time, whose name is synonymous with great escape. "We spoke to many collectors and ...

Bulldog AD’s Bold Ideas: He Talks Football, Facilities, and Education.

David Taub

November 15, 2018

Nearly four months into his new job, Terry Tumey continues settling into his Fresno State office. Fresno State hired Tumey in June as its athletic director, replacing Jim Bartko. He officially assumed his duties in August. Memorabilia from his life as a ...

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Ray O’Canto ‘Overwhelmed’ by Support As He Battles Cancer

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Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca in the ‘Star Wars’ films, dies at 74

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Haron Dealership Celebrates New Facility, Loyalty to Downtown

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Arizona Man Finds Magic Moments in TV Show on Uncle Houdini

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