Good morning, Fresno.

Registration is open for Beautify Fresno's Great American Cleanup (Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. across 25 city sites).

The event includes a post-cleanup party and groups can sign up until Monday, April 13 at 11:59 p.m. to help clean up for America’s 250th birthday.

A Planet Fitness on Shaw Avenue in Clovis has remained closed since March 17 after the city ruled its entryway unsafe; the city installed a temporary safety fence + the gym advises members to use other locations until repairs are complete.

Fresno County ordered Tacos El Cabezon on Shaw and Maroa to stop serving customers mid-February after citing permitting issues and rising traffic.

Owner Armando Arias laid off seven employees and launched a petition to ease rules for small businesses + he now awaits potential changes.

John Volanthen, renowned for his role in the 2018 Thai cave rescue of 12 boys & their coach, will share his firsthand experiences today at 7 p.m. at Paul Shaghoian Concert Hall on the Clovis North High School campus during the San Joaquin Valley Town Hall lecture series.

Del Mar Elementary will partner with local nonprofit Success From Within to award monthly $10 scholarships to students, aiming to boost achievement in academics, behavior and attendance.

The program, now in its second year, may expand to other schools next season.

Central Unified has opened The Giving Pantry at El Capitan Middle School to serve nearly 700 students and families, offering shelf-stable food and clothing via appointments.

School officials plan a spring listening session to address rising needs — aiming to boost stability amid challenging times.

The U.S. Forest Service’s High Sierra Ranger District will conduct a prescribed burn near Camp Sierra today between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Safety personnel will oversee the operation to reduce wildfire risk and manage vegetation.

Local financial experts advised Fresno residents on Monday, Mar.

23 to review spending and set up an emergency fund as part of a spring cleaning for their finances. The guidance helps ease money stress and encourages a fresh start in personal finance.

A Rent Cafe study shows 1 in 4 Gen Z adults own a home in Fresno today as stable prices and robust wages make joining the housing market easier compared to coastal areas; Business Intelligence Manager Doug Ressler noted Fresno leads Bakersfield in young homeownership.

A 2025 renter migration report by Apartment List shows 39% of renters are searching for new homes, with 40% of Fresno users considering a move (data from March 23); many are eyeing Sacramento, Los Angeles, and San Francisco as top destinations.

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.

Aleks Syntek Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Rainbow Ballroom — Book your tickets — Experience an electrifying night with the chart-topping talent of Aleks Syntek.

The Operas of Mozart

2:30-5 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — $5.00 - $15.00 — Experience the timeless scenes from Mozart's celebrated operas, including Le nozze di Figaro and Cosi fan tutte.

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.