The city of Fresno issued citations to both Adventure Church and the owner of the Tower Theatre for holding indoor services last Sunday. Adventure Church received its first citation, carrying a $250 fine; the theater's owner received its second citation, which includes a $500 fine. It is unclear when the...
Late Bid Unlikely to Stop Church Purchase of Tower Theatre, Experts Say
Adventure Church says it intends to complete the purchase of the iconic Tower Theatre despite protests from the community and a late bid from a well-known Fresno business. The proposed sale of the landmark property with a neon tower inspired by the "Star Pylon" at the 1939 New York World's...
Church Purchasing Tower Theatre Threatens Lawsuit, Says LGBTQ ‘Welcome’
The pastor for the church purchasing the Tower Theatre is threatening litigation if services are not allowed to be held at the iconic venue. In a 12-minute YouTube message, Pastor Anthony Flores of Adventure Church expressed his love for the community, but blamed the city of Fresno for the controversy...
City Tells Tower Theatre to Stop Church Services Now Over COVID Rules and Zoning
The city of Fresno is ordering the current owners of the Tower Theatre to prevent Adventure Church from holding indoor services. This is an addition to a memo from Fresno's new city manager indicating that the church — which is in escrow to purchase the theater — would need to obtain...