Electric bikes are the hot ticket in the cycling world, but they also put a dent in your pocketbook. While a typical commuter bicycle usually lands somewhere under $1,000, electric bikes often sell between $2,000 and $3,000. But there is a way to go electric on a budget and...
Here Are the Answers to Your June 7 Fresno Election Questions
The June 7 primary concludes in one week. Several state and local offices are on the ballot. While many races will continue to the Nov. 8 general election, some winners will be known next week. The rules vary among federal, state, and local positions on the ballot. And, what...
Pets of Homeless People Will Get Free Veterinary Care, Food, Supplies in Fresno
A national effort providing free veterinary care, food, and supplies for the pets of homeless people will kick off its 2022 tour Thursday and Friday at the Poverello House in Fresno. The ElleVet Project is the nonprofit arm of the science-focused pet CBD+CBDA company ElleVet Sciences. This is the...
Going From Homeless to Homeowner Is Possible Thanks to Poverello House, BofA
Men who have had trouble getting their lives on track meet up in a classroom at the Poverello House with pen and paper, taking notes that will help them make better financial decisions. Handling money is just one part of Poverello's year-long men's rehab program, which includes six months...
‘Beyond Van Gogh’ Dazzles the Senses in Downtown Fresno
While "The Starry Night" is on display at the New York Museum of Modern Art, you can also soak in Vincent Van Gogh's most famous painting in downtown Fresno. "Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience" opened today at the Fresno Convention Center. The traveling 4 trillion pixel, high-resolution exhibit...
CNPA Honors GV Wire for Public Service Journalism, Breaking News, Newsom Recall, Columns
GV Wire education reporter Nancy Price and videographer Albert Baker took home third place in CNPA's prestigious Public Service Journalism competition. In addition, GV Wire reporter Liz Juarez was awarded second-place honors for her coverage of the Gavin Newsom recall, GV Wire senior reporter David Taub captured fourth place...
Church Seeks Restraining Order to Block $6.5 Million Tower Theatre Sale
Following up on its promise, Adventure Church is asking a judge to halt the city of Fresno's purchase of the Tower Theatre. The church accuses the city of interfering with its right to purchase the theater. "The church seeks a preliminary and permanent injunction preventing the sale of the...
Tired of Minimum Wage? Valley Apprenticeship Connections Can Launch Your Career
Finding work with good wages is challenging for many Mendota residents. Located about 34 miles west of Fresno, the town's work opportunities usually consist of farm labor. But the Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission is expanding the options through its Valley Apprenticeship Connections program. VAC, which started in Fresno in...
$58 Million a Year From Parks Sales Tax
When voters went to the polls in 2018 to vote on Measure P — the Fresno sales tax for parks — advocates projected $35-$39 million in annual revenue. But, as Mayor Jerry Dyer unveiled his Fiscal Year 2023 budget on Wednesday, that figure came in much higher. The city...
Fresno Schools Chief Reacts to Texas School Shooting: ‘If You See Something, Please SAY SOMETHING’
Fresno Unified Superintendent Bob Nelson said Wednesday he is heartbroken and sickened by the mass shooting at an elementary school in Texas that claimed the lives of 19 children and two fourth-grade teachers Tuesday. In a Facebook post and a statement released by the district, Nelson urged the Fresno...