Good morning, Fresno.

Fresno firefighters responded on Wednesday night to a smoke-filled church and discovered the alarm was triggered by a fog machine left running — they used a Mobile Ventilation Unit to clear the haze and reported no injuries or damage.

Valley veterans and families were invited to join the first-ever VA Central CA VetFest at the VA Central California Healthcare System, where community resources and educational sessions were available.

Pueblo San Emigdio is the oldest Western settlement in the southern San Joaquin Valley.

It began as a Chumash village near Grapevine and later became a Mexican-era rancho—its land now forms part of the largely undeveloped Wind Wolves Preserve.

Orange Cove launched its first commercial truck driving school on Thursday at 700 Center Street.

The school offers an 8-week program that prepares residents for transportation careers under a $23 million federal initiative (Good Jobs Challenge).

California Health Sciences University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine will announce a 100% residency match rate for its class of 2026 today at 9 a.m. PDT in Clovis as all 131 students prepare to begin their medical training.

Fresno State honored Women's History Month by spotlighting local women leaders who excel in creative projects, academic milestones, and community service.

The profiles highlight achievements by faculty and students, including Ashley Foster’s guidance and Kennedi Campbell-Caldwell’s completed plaza beautification on March 12.

Ichi Shabu at Campus Pointe across from Fresno State is serving Japanese hot pot that cooks beef in seconds and chicken in 10.

Owner Jason Lin and chef Kevin Vang offer creative dishes like egg tornado and cheese-enhanced chicken katsu, along with popular mocktails (non-alcoholic).

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.

Matthew Kerber Woodwind Student Recital

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Ticketed event — Experience captivating performances from talented woodwind students at Fresno State.

Tribute to Mägo de Oz

9:00 PM — Marlo's Club and Mexican Restaurant — Ticket required — Experience a night filled with the vibrant sounds of Mägo de Oz tribute performance.

Sea and Skye: The Fresno Aquarium Drone Light Show

A family-friendly, drive-in evening where 200 drones bring ocean life to the night in a 12–14 minute choreographed show produced by Skye Dreams. Food trucks and other activities.