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Fresno
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Padilla family held a tribute outside Fresno High School on Thursday to honor Daniel Padilla Jr., a 14-year-old freshman who died after collapsing during class on March 9. His relatives shared prayers and memories as they searched for answers about his sudden passing. ABC30
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kabab City in northeast Fresno offers a taste of the Middle East at its location at 1st and Nees, where co-owner Tonny Yanni says the menu features hand-cut chicken shawarma skewers, homemade hummus, and a chicken shawarma pizza made with dough prepared fresh by morning staff. ABC30
- ➤ The Fresno Historic Preservation Commission ruled that the Forever 21 building at Fashion Fair Mall is not eligible for historic status, allowing Dick's Sporting Goods to plan a (120,000 sqft) House of Sports concept. Construction is expected to finish by the end of 2027. GV Wire
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Unified revealed plans on March 25 to cut 466 positions and downgrade six jobs to help close a $55 million deficit for the next school year (the changes will affect multiple campuses). Further budget talks will continue as the school board adjusts staffing parameters. Fresnoland
- ➤ Clovis Unified School District will cut emergency parent notification time from 30 minutes to 15 to deliver faster alerts (with fewer details upfront) during safety events; parents are urged to update their contact information and avoid coming to school if an incident occurs. ABC30
- ➤ Children First: Leading Together is a 30-minute ABC30 special on youth leadership and civic engagement airing Sunday, March 29 at 6:30 p.m. that will highlight programs in Sanger, Clovis, and other communities (including initiatives by Girl Scouts and local schools) to help students boost communication and action skills. ABC30
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local recycling company Mid-Valley Recycling received a state grant of over $4 million on Thursday, March 26 to upgrade its recycling process. It will use the funds to buy six AI-powered robots and install a new commercial processing line for better efficiency across the Central Valley. ABC30
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fresno City Council honored Kopi Sotiropulos with a proclamation at City Hall on Thursday, recognizing his long career in weather, news, and humor in the Central Valley. The presentation at 9 a.m. marked the end of his work with FOX26 after over five decades with KMPH. KMPH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fresno community support sparked donations to help 22-month-old Ahzunea Mondragon-Lyday gain access to mobility equipment for managing Costello syndrome. Councilmember Annalisa Perea & local agencies raised over $11,000 as she prepares to receive the essential aid. KMPH
- ➤ Raw Farm in Fresno County — following officials urging a recall amid E. coli concerns — said on Thursday its tests were 100% negative from both government and internal labs, refuting contamination claims. KMPH
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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.
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Holy Watr Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying performance by Holywatr in an intimate setting.
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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.
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Percussion Ensemble Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — $10.00 - $20.00 — Experience captivating rhythms and beats from talented percussionists.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Horn Studio Recital
7:30-9 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Online ticket sales only — Experience an elegant evening of musical talent from Fresno State's horn studio.
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Gavyn Rylan Tapp Junior Woodwind Recital
12:30-1:20 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Online ticket purchase required — Experience a lively performance by junior woodwind students at Fresno State.
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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.
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