Good morning, Fresno.

F3 Local launched the Central to the Valley campaign (a local produce push) to help small farmers connect with restaurants and institutions; the initiative debuted on March 10 at Seven Sycamores Ranch (east of Visalia) to promote Central Valley agriculture.

Valley Health Team is hosting The Cinderella Project to help local high school students access free prom dresses.

Community members can drop off gently used dresses at Jones Cleaners until March 18, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and students can choose a dress on March 19 at Elegant Bride Boutique (5091 N. Fresno St., Suite 10).

Fresno education leaders and community members marched on Sunday from Farber Educational Campus to the Fresno Fairgrounds to celebrate César Chávez’s legacy, sharing stories from Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval + Superintendent Misty Her.

Fresno Unified will host a related event Wednesday at Warnors Theatre with student performances and speeches.

Westlands Water District is accepting applications for 20 scholarships worth $1,000 each for high school seniors graduating in 2026.

Eligible students from several nearby districts must submit an essay, transcripts, and two letters of reference (all required documents) by 11:59 p.m. Monday, Apr. 20.

Lisa Bell was appointed as the new executive director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute effective April 1 + she will succeed Pamela Dyer, who retires on April 30 as she plans to share Fresno State faculty stories to boost community engagement.

Fresno State’s 9th Annual Day of Giving is set for Wednesday, March 18, as a 24-hour online event inviting alumni, friends, and supporters to help fuel student success at campus initiatives (with DOG Ambassadors and a plushie scavenger hunt available).

Unseasonably warm weather accelerated crop growth across local fields with early strawberries emerging and farmers adjusting irrigation +amid concerns for winter vegetables+.

Growers say the warm spell may shorten the season for cool-weather crops.

Valley Air District now offers electric equipment rebates in Fresno to cut pollution.

Homeowners may receive up to $250 off an electric mower with a gas mower trade-in or $50 for other electric yard tools.

Caltrans announced lane closures on Highway 41 in Fresno County for asphalt repairs this week.

Northbound lanes will be closed Tuesday (8 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.) while southbound lanes will shut Wednesday (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.), Thursday, and Friday (8 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.) with potential delays due to weather.

Costco is recalling its popular Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze meal kit due to an ingredient that might be contaminated with salmonella; the kits sold in California and 25 other states with sell-by dates from March 5 to March 16 can be returned for a full refund (no illnesses have been reported).

A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association finds that loneliness is linked to suicidal thoughts, with anxiety and depression accounting for 25% and 10% of the connection.

Dr. Amy Parks of NAMI Fresno said the study highlights the need to reach out for help.

Fresno State baseball lost a three-game series to the Nevada Wolf Pack at Bob Bennett Stadium; senior first baseman Griffen Sotomayor was injured (no update on his status).

The team will face CSU Northridge on Tuesday night at 6:05 p.m. as it ends a seven-game losing streak.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Brass and Woodwind Student Recital

5-6:30 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening showcasing talented brass and woodwind students from Fresno State.

United Health Centers Foundation Fun Run

9:05 AM — Art of Life Healing Garden — Entry fee details pending — Sprint through the scenic loop while supporting community health initiatives.

Holy Watr Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying performance by Holywatr in an intimate setting.

Los Del Puerto & Jose Modesto Concert

9:00 – 11:59 PM — Los Arcos Night Club & Restaurant — Tickets selling fast — Experience a night of vibrant regional music with thrilling live performances.

Percussion Ensemble Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — $10.00 - $20.00 — Experience captivating rhythms and beats from talented percussionists.