Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chevron warned that the air board’s cap-and-invest changes may raise gas prices by a dollar or more and drive energy companies away plus urged state leaders to reconsider the plan. The board will accept public comments until Monday, Mar. 9 and discuss the proposal in late May. KMPH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fresno State women's basketball earned three All-Mountain West honors for 2025-26. Senior forward Jaisa Gamble, standout freshman Ava Marr, and guard Emilia Long received nods as the team begins its championship run at 5 p.m. today against Reno at Thomas + Mack Center in Las Vegas. The Collegian
- ➤ Fresno State’s women’s basketball team won 74-57 in Las Vegas on March 7 after a strong 13-0 run against Nevada-Reno, and they will face UNLV in the quarterfinals at 5 p.m. tomorrow. The Collegian
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Zoe Valadez Student String Recital
7:30 PM — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Tickets available online only — Experience the musical talents of Zoe Valadez at this engaging student recital.
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Jayden Jason Chow Brass Student Recital
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Ticket purchase required — Experience a captivating recital showcasing brass talent at Fresno State.
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Pardees Fayed Student Recital
7:30-9 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Tickets available online — Experience an evening of student vocal performances in Fresno's beautiful recital setting.
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Color Me Green 5K
9-11 a.m. — Dry Creek Park — Entry fee includes T-shirt, swag bag, and fun activities — A vibrant family-friendly run featuring colorful fun and prizes.
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Fresno St. Patrick's Day Run
Shamrock 4 — 500-1,000 expected participants — Fresno, CA — Entry fee applies — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a spirited run or walk in the heart of Fresno.
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Anthony Sarginson Student Recital
7:30-9 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Ticket purchase required — Experience a captivating piano recital showcasing student talent at Fresno State.
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Sutherland Wind Festival Day 1
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — $5.00 - $8.00 — Experience a full day of engaging musical performances at the Sutherland Wind Festival.
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Sutherland Wind Festival Gala Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — $10.00 - $15.00 — Enjoy a night of captivating wind music at Sutherland Wind Festival Gala Concert.
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Isley Parada Student Recital (Brass)
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening showcasing talent from brass students at Fresno State.
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Jonathan Lee Student Recital
7:30-9 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Tickets available online only — Attend a string recital showcasing talented students from Fresno State School of Music.
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