Finding the right tenant for a nearly century-old brick home in north Fresno is second on the mind of developer Reza Assemi right now. First, he must pull off what others have failed to do for decades. Restore the historic Frank J. Craycroft home to its original glory. Since 2017,...
After Decades of Neglect, Craycroft Home on the Verge of Historic Restoration
Finding the right tenant for a nearly century-old brick home in north Fresno is second on the mind of developer Reza Assemi right now. First, he must pull off what others have failed to do for decades. Restore the historic Frank J. Craycroft home to its original glory. Since 2017,...
Decision on PG&E 32% Rate Increase Coming. Reform Advocate Says Hike Should Be Lower.
This month's run of triple-digit temperatures — seven so far, with at least a week's worth on the way — will have many Fresnans opening their utility bills this summer with trepidation. And, a proposed 32% rate hike for Pacific Gas and Electric that the California Public Utilities Commission is...
Decision on PG&E 32% Rate Increase Coming. Reform Advocate Says Hike Should Be Lower.
This month's run of triple-digit temperatures — seven so far, with at least a week's worth on the way — will have many Fresnans opening their utility bills this summer with trepidation. And, a proposed 32% rate hike for Pacific Gas and Electric that the California Public Utilities Commission is...
New Fresno Costco Complex Would Be Biggest in US. Expected to Generate Millions in Sales Taxes
A proposed relocation of the northwest Fresno Costco is bigger than originally proposed. In fact, it will have the largest footprint among all Costcos in the United States. And, increased traffic will be an "unavoidable" consequence. In a newly released 1,134-page draft environmental impact report, the total project will comprise...
New Fresno Costco Complex Would Be Biggest in US. Expected to Generate Millions in Sales Taxes
A proposed relocation of the northwest Fresno Costco is bigger than originally proposed. In fact, it will have the largest footprint among all Costcos in the United States. And, increased traffic will be an "unavoidable" consequence. In a newly released 1,134-page draft environmental impact report, the total project will comprise...
Fresno A’s? A Longshot, but Mayor Optimistic About Bringing Back a Triple-A Club
Could Fresno host the Oakland A's as the team looks for an interim home? The chances are as likely as a Jose Canseco defensive gem, but Mayor Jerry Dyer is willing to take a swing. "I think Fresno is always a possibility," Dyer said. "I'm confident that they're doing their...
Fresno A’s? A Longshot, but Mayor Optimistic About Bringing Back a Triple-A Club
Could Fresno host the Oakland A's as the team looks for an interim home? The chances are as likely as a Jose Canseco defensive gem, but Mayor Jerry Dyer is willing to take a swing. "I think Fresno is always a possibility," Dyer said. "I'm confident that they're doing their...
Does FUSD Need a Hired Gun to Help with PR for Teacher Contract Talks?
Here's yet another sign that the Fresno Unified-Fresno Teachers Association contract talks might not be going so well: FTA is criticizing the district's plan to hire a "political/communications consultant" for its negotiations' communications. Tim Orman, former chief of staff for Fresno mayors Lee Brand and Jerry Dyer, confirmed to School...
Does FUSD Need a Hired Gun to Help with PR for Teacher Contract Talks?
Here's yet another sign that the Fresno Unified-Fresno Teachers Association contract talks might not be going so well: FTA is criticizing the district's plan to hire a "political/communications consultant" for its negotiations' communications. Tim Orman, former chief of staff for Fresno mayors Lee Brand and Jerry Dyer, confirmed to School...