Vanessa Vasconcelos

Fresno

Anchor and Reporter at KFSN-TV (Fresno, CA)

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Small Business Spotlight: Western Boots Fashion

6 days ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- From exotic boots and belts to topping off your riding outfit with a custom-fitted hat, Western Boots Fashion is catering to cowboys and rodeo enthusiasts alike. "We sell crocodile, stingray, ostrich, lizard and usually, we get them with matching belts," says owner Ryan Carrera Bautista. "It's the same thing with our hats."In business since 2018, family-run Western Boots Fashion is now celebrating its expanded location in Fashion Fair Mall.
How families can handle allergy season with children

1 week ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

How families can handle allergy season with childrenFriday, April 18, 2025 11:00PMYour child's sniffles might not be a cold -- but symptoms of longer-lasting conditions. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Your child's sniffles might not be a cold -- but symptoms of longer-lasting conditions. We spoke to board-certified allergist and immunologist, Dr. Neeta Ogden, on how families can handle allergy seasonCopyright © 2025 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.
Small Business Spotlight: Bee Bee's Batter

1 week ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

MADERA, Calif. (KFSN) -- Bee Bee's Batter has quickly become the life of any party. Before the Madera-based mini pancake and dessert bar started in July of 2024, owner Bianca Ramirez would make the tasty morsels for her kids. "They loved it," she said. "They enjoyed it. They started inviting their friends."That's when she realized she was onto something. From fresh fruit and nuts to chocolate chips and Oreos, topping and drizzle combinations are endless.
Tips to maintain your home during spring cleaning

1 week ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

Tips to maintain your home during spring cleaningTuesday, April 15, 2025 10:38PMSpring is often known as a time for cleaning, but maintaining a home requires more than sweeping floors and wiping down counters. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Spring is often known as a time for cleaning, but maintaining a home requires more than sweeping floors and wiping down counters. Now is the time to tackle a maintenance checklist.
Small Business Spotlight: Jeb's Blueberry Hill

1 week ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) -- Antique decor, friendly faces and the smell of fresh waffles greet you the second you step into Jeb's Blueberry Hill. The sounds from Melvin's guitar are an added bonus. "That's his guitar right here," says co-owner Armando Martinez. "He leaves it there all the time."Located on Pollasky Avenue and 4th Street, this is a new location for family-owned Jeb's Blueberry Hill, a restaurant that spent more than a decade on Blackstone and Dakota avenues in Fresno.
Small Business Spotlight: Lumiere

2 weeks ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Located in the Sun Stereo Warehouse in the heart of Fresno's brewery district, you'll find Lumiere. It's the city's only non-alcoholic sober bar. "It's very different from going to a bar and ordering a mocktail," says Joy Alvarado. Alvarado wanted to create a bar/lounge atmosphere while catering to the health-conscious crowd, offering alcohol alternatives without the potential for hangover. "These are all adaptogens and nootropics that are in these drinks," she said.
Small Business Spotlight: Bobaology Tea Haus

2 weeks ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- From ube horchata to Thai tea, Bobaology is inviting you to experiment when it comes to your taste buds. "We made it our mission to go to a lot of boba shops and test a lot of things out," says Bobaology Co-owner Julie Darasaeng. Located in the shopping center off of Willow and Ashlan, Bobaology Tea Haus boasts test tubes with tea leaves and Instagram-worthy drinks and decor that prove they have the modern cafe experience down to a science.
Ways to create a healthy work environment

2 weeks ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

Ways to create a healthy work environmentMonday, April 7, 2025 11:10PMFRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Balancing workplace wellness can be difficult for any organization, but there are ways to create a healthy and thriving place to work. CEO of Isee Technologies, Kamille Richardson, is using her blindness to help businesses identify their blind spots. She explains some of the most important areas to focus on. Copyright © 2025 KFSN-TV. All Rights Reserved.
Small Business Spotlight: La Tienda

2 weeks ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Whether it's the thrill of the thrift or bargain hunting, we can all feel good about shopping at La Tienda. "Our mission is to help and support Valley Children's Hospital through donations from our community, which gives us a chance to give a donation at the end of the year," says La Tienda Guild President, Barbara Ellison. In operation for more than 70 years, the guild's mission is to support the miracle makers at Valley Children's.
Small Business Spotlight: Refined Beauty

3 weeks ago | abc30.com | Vanessa Vasconcelos

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- After years of making patients look and feel their best, Refined Beauty is celebrating a new beginning and larger space. "I started it about three and a half years ago in my husband's dental practice, just with one room," says Physician Assistant Jessica Ohanesian. Ohanesian specializes in collagen stimulation and facial balancing. "It's very much like a concierge luxury experience here at Refined Beauty," she said.