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Fresno
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FoodsCo announced its store at Shaw and Brawley in northwest Fresno will close mid March; associates can transfer to other locations while customers continue to shop for fresh, affordable food at remaining stores. KMPH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Artist Aileen Rodriguez Imperatrice presents a solo exhibition titled 'Indigenous' that explores ethnic identity. The art is on display at Fresno Pacific University’s Ewert Art Gallery (open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). ABC30
- ➤ North Valley florists are preparing special bouquets for tomorrow's Valentine's Day as the celebration falls on a Saturday. They take extra time to arrange fresh blooms for heartfelt delivery. ABC30
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Unified workers, union leaders + educators voiced concerns at Wednesday's School Board meeting, opposing planned layoffs and hiring freezes meant to stabilize a $50 million budget deficit; they warned the measures could worsen staffing and affect student support. GV Wire
- ➤ Students at Computech Middle School held the 'We Are Young, Not Silent' forum yesterday to share their views on political topics in a structured setting. School officials said they hope similar student-centered events will spread to other Fresno Unified campuses. ABC30
- ➤ Clovis Unified hosted its first (Unstoppable Youth Summit) on Feb. 12 where over 200 CART students attended sessions led by 10 guest speakers to learn about artificial intelligence and design skills in UX, game, web, and multimedia labs. The event provided students with practical insights for real-world projects. ABC30
- ➤ Fresno area school districts are adjusting cellphone rules to cut class distractions and boost student focus under state law. Fresno Unified will present its new policy soon, while Bullard and Madera are enforcing rules with locked devices (Yondr pouches) for the full school day. GV Wire
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Na Nah Thong, a new restaurant on Blackstone Avenue in north Fresno, offers a Southeast Asian world tour of Thai and Lao street food flair. Owners Maneewan Wowaraj and Anusone Keochai serve signature dishes including the Lao burger and crispy roast duck — a unique taste journey. ABC30
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bullard High cheer team made history by winning the CIF Central Section Championship on Thursday, Feb. 12—marking their first win—before earning a bronze medal at the UCA National Cheerleading Championship at Disney World in Orlando. ABC30
- ➤ Super Bowl champion Tory Horton returned home to celebrate at Washington Union High School on Thursday after riding in Seattle's parade on Wednesday. Horton, a (2020) graduate, reminded local students that dreams are possible from a small town with his heartfelt tribute to his roots. ABC30
- ➤ Fresno State Bulldogs will host the Air Force Falcons on Saturday at 5 p.m. EST at their home court, with DeShawn Gory’s 21-point effort setting the stage for this key MWC matchup. The Falcons remain winless in conference play and hope to reverse their fortunes. ABC30
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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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University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Faculty Trio Concert
7:30-8:45 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — $15.00 - $25.00 — Enjoy an evening of classical music by skilled faculty musicians.
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Serapio Ramirez & Alex Ramirez Concert
8-10 p.m. — Rainbow Ballroom — VIP tables available — Experience a vibrant night of music with Serapio Ramirez and Alex Ramirez in Fresno.
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Fresno State Bulldogs vs. New Mexico Lobos Men's Basketball
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting Mountain West matchup as Fresno State faces off against New Mexico.
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Quinceañera Expo
1-5 p.m. — The Big Fresno Fair — VIP tables available — Explore the biggest Quinceañera Expo in Central Valley with fashion shows and a variety of vendors.
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Panera River Park Gathering
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Panera Bread — Free entry — Enjoy food, friendship, and community at this welcoming gathering.
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Young Orchard Irrigation and Nutrient Management Workshop
8 AM – 12 PM — Center for Irrigation Technology — Free entry — Learn best irrigation and nutrient management practices for young orchards tailored to the San Joaquin Valley.
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Boise State Broncos at Fresno State Bulldogs Basketball
4:30-6 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Check ticket prices — Fresno State hosts Boise State in a Mountain West rivalry matchup.
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Aurora Contreras Student Recital (Brass)
5-6:30 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Tickets required — Experience an evening of brass performances by talented students.
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