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Fresno
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 42nd annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration kicks off tomorrow in downtown Fresno. Organizers say the four-day event will include speeches, entertainment, a march and a commemoration program to honor his legacy. ABC30
- ➤ SpaceX’s Dragon capsule Endeavor lit up the sky early Thursday morning after undocking from the International Space Station. The capsule re-entered around 12:35 a.m.—splashing down in the Pacific off California’s coast, with Fresno residents capturing the event on video. KMPH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tesla vehicles now fill the old Fresno Lexus lot at 777 W. Palmdon Dr after the dealership moved in March. A vacant 30,000 sqft building sits next to Tesla’s 15,000 sqft showroom at 711 W. Palmdon Ave & may be linked if Tesla expands; representatives did not comment. The Business Journal
- ➤ Wagyu 2 Go at Shaw and West in northwest Fresno offers a burger blending Wagyu and American Angus beef — topped with bacon marble, grilled onions, and cowboy aioli on a soft potato bun. The menu also features a Dubai chocolate milkshake and garlic marinated chicken sandwich. ABC30
- ➤ Los Angeles-based Randy’s Donuts will open its second Fresno-Clovis location Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 1195 Shaw Ave, Suite 101 — located in a former Rita’s Italian Ice space — and greet visitors with free glazed raised doughnuts; the first 100 in line will get a complimentary T-shirt. The Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local actor Travis Andre Ross from Santa Nella explains on today's episode how his tough upbringing led him to create the film Central Valley, which he wrote, produced and starred in; it is now streaming on Amazon Prime. KVPR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thick fog trapped man-made pollutants across the Valley, reducing air quality and prompting two school closures on Thursday morning. Local doctors warned that exposure to fog-bound particulates can worsen conditions for those with asthma. ABC30
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fresno City Council honored ‘The Voice’ runner-up Ralph Edwards with a proclamation at its meeting last Thursday and re-elected Mike Karbassi as president while approving an expanded consultant contract for Blong Xiong (with unanimous votes). The council ended its rotational leadership system. GV Wire
- ➤ Fresno Unified announced a new supplemental health plan option for Medicare-aged retirees similar to the pre-2023 plan, giving them an extra choice along with current coverage. Enrollment will open in October and the plan takes effect Jan. 1, 2027 — the move comes amid ongoing negotiations with Community Health Systems. Fresnoland
- ➤ Fresno Area Express reduced wait times for its FAX Night Service on Jan. 12 by cutting the gap from 60 to 30 minutes and extended routes to River Park and Fancher Creek Shopping Centers (key local retail hubs). The changes aimed to improve access for work, school, and entertainment. KMPH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Fire Department is launching new safety measures—such as storing and washing gear promptly after fires—to lower cancer risks linked to modern building materials and chemical exposures. Officials say these changes will help protect firefighters as they face growing health challenges. ABC30
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nine-month-old Dotty, noted for her pink ears and unique markings, is available for adoption at The Cat House on the Kings. The nonprofit sanctuary spays, vaccinates, and microchips pets while including 30 days of pet insurance. GV Wire
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Southwest Indoor Sectionals & National Series 2026
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — 8555 N Cedar Ave, Fresno, CA — Early registration required — Compete in the Indoor Sectional format and aim for the best score in archery.
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Breakfast Gathering at MiMi's Cafe
8-9:30 a.m. — MiMi's Cafe — RSVP required — Enjoy breakfast in a welcoming community atmosphere.
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Martin Amini Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with standup comedian Martin Amini.
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Jerry Maguire 30th Anniversary Screening
8-9:30 p.m. — Historic Crest Theatre — No entry fee listed — Celebrate the 30th anniversary of a classic film with a fun screening event.
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Sweetheart Dance 2026
2-5 p.m. — Clovis Veterans Memorial District — Donations accepted — Dance the evening away with your sweetheart at a lively celebration of love and community.
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ARISTO SHAM Keyboard Concert Series
7:30 p.m. — Concert Hall — Tickets $5.00 - $40.00 — Experience a delightful evening of piano music at the ARISTO SHAM Keyboard Concert Series.
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BAD BUNNY BOWL
9 PM – 12 AM — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets from $8.18 — Enjoy a festive DJ fiesta featuring music and visuals inspired by the Latin superstar.
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El Fantasma Concert
7-11 p.m. — Rainbow Ballroom — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying night of live regional music with El Fantasma and his Armed Team.
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Valentine's Day Gathering at Yava Bakery
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Yava Bakery — RSVP required — Celebrate Valentine's Day with fellow community members in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Cinderella by World Ballet Company
6-8 PM — Saroyan Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting story of Cinderella come to life with a dazzling ballet performance featuring a talented cast and spectacular costumes.
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