Karis Caddell

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Acting Governor Kounalakis proclaims Dolores Huerta Day

6 days ago | midvalleytimes.com | Karis Caddell

SACRAMENTO – Acting Governor Eleni Kounalakis proclaimed April 10, as Dolores Huerta Day in California to honor the civil rights icon leader on her 95th birthday. The proclamation celebrates Huerta’s decades of advocacy for farmworkers’ rights and social justice causes throughout California and the nation.
Acting Governor Kounalakis proclaims Dolores Huerta Day

6 days ago | thesungazette.com | Karis Caddell

In 1962, Huerta and Cesar Chavez founded the National Farm Workers Association, which later evolved into the United Farm Workers union in partnership with Larry Itliong, Philip Vera Cruz and other labor leaders. As a skilled negotiator and strategist, Huerta played a crucial role in securing the first farmworker union contracts and helping pass the California Agricultural Labor Relations Act.
Visalia unveils Majestic Gardens housing community

1 week ago | thesungazette.com | Karis Caddell

VISALIA – Where travelers once checked in for temporary stays at the Marco Polo motel, now individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness can find permanent homes at Majestic Gardens’ supportive housing. City officials, developers and community partners gathered Thursday afternoon to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of Majestic Gardens, a 42-unit permanent supportive housing community for individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness.
Tulare Historical Museum honors artists after their gone

1 week ago | thesungazette.com | Karis Caddell

TULARE COUNTY – Tulare Historical Museum is honoring the artistic legacy of deceased local artists through its “Gone But Not Forgotten” showcasing piece to inspire long after they’ve passed away. The Tulare Historical Museum will open its “Gone But Not Forgotten” exhibit with a reception on Thursday, May 8, from 5-7 p.m. in the Heritage Art Gallery. The exhibit, which runs through May 31, will feature approximately 50 pieces from local artists who have passed away.
County approves eminent domain between Visalia, Farmersville

1 week ago | thesungazette.com | Karis Caddell

TULARE COUNTY – Half of a local family’s front yard will soon become asphalt as county supervisors voted Tuesday to seize the land needed to transform Avenue 280 into a four-lane divided roadway. The Tulare County Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 on April 15 to declare the necessity to acquire property for the Avenue 280 Widening Project between Visalia and Farmersville.
Supervisors fire up recognition for emergency dispatchers

1 week ago | thesungazette.com | Karis Caddell

TULARE COUNTY – County supervisors turned the spotlight off of them and on emergency dispatchers to honor the telecommunicators who are the lifeline for residents in crisis. Specifically, Tulare County Fire Department’s emergency dispatchers were recognized as part of the National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week during the board of supervisors’ meeting on April 14.
Tulare County Libraries brace for federal funding cuts

1 week ago | thesungazette.com | Karis Caddell

The Trump administration’s Executive Order No. 14238, which aims to eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), could jeopardize approximately $61,000 in current grant funding for Tulare County libraries. The IMLS oversees funding to the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), which is funding Tulare County’s summer meal programs and specialized book services, according to county Librarian Darla Wegener.
Stafford’s Chocolates earns sweet recognition

1 week ago | thesungazette.com | Karis Caddell

The chocolate store, located at 114 N. Main St., was recently recognized as Tulare County Business of the Year by the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), an honor that the store’s owner Rob Taylor received at a ceremony in Fresno on March 19. Stafford’s Chocolates, known for its handcrafted chocolates and specialty coffee, has been a fixture in the community since 1987.
Grant brings legal services to Valley farm workers

1 week ago | midvalleytimes.com | Karis Caddell

CENTRAL VALLEY – A new chapter in worker advocacy began this month when officials announced Central Valley laborers would soon have access to free legal services through a grant awarded to a local nonprofit organization. According to a press release issued on April 1 from the the Central Valley Empowerment Alliance (CVEA), workers across California’s Central Valley will soon have access to free legal services through a new two-year grant awarded to the CVEA.
Lindsay PD seeks backup amid staff shortages

2 weeks ago | thesungazette.com | Karis Caddell

During the Lindsay City Council meeting on April 8, representatives from the Lindsay Police Officers Association (LPOA) delivered warnings about the department’s dwindling numbers. Adam Murray, vice president of the LPOA, presented visual displays showing how dramatically the department’s staffing has decreased over the past 16 months, while LPOA president Kevin Riley chastised the council about not prioritizing public safety.