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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Police responded Tuesday night to a 15-round ShotSpotter alert near Valeria and Grant avenues when two shooters exchanged fire and a bystander was struck by return fire; officers arrested Jacob Castro (suspected of multiple firearm offenses) and he now faces charges (including assault with a firearm and possession violations). Your Central Valley
- ➤ A federal grand jury indicted 51-year-old Felipe Ruiz of Fresno and 52-year-old Jose Gabriel Aguirre of Clovis for conspiring to commit health fraud—Ruiz, a podiatrist at West Coast Podiatry Inc., allegedly bought skin grafts from Aguirre, who used his wife’s name and unlicensed status to bill Medicare and Medi-Cal for procedures performed between June 2021 and January 2024. The Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno City College is set to name Fresno native Denise Whisenhunt as its new president if approved by board in May—she is slated to begin in July after a search that lasted more than nine months. KVPR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fresno officials announced that the Smuggler’s Restaurant site will be redeveloped into a four-story, 114-unit affordable housing complex on Blackstone — 45 units will be for veterans. The project will also include a bike lane, hydrogen cell buses and urban greening along sidewalks as part of the city’s ongoing effort to expand housing in the area. Your Central Valley
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Fresno County Economic Development Corporation held its 20th annual Real Estate Forecast on April 11 at the DoubleTree in Downtown Fresno. Mayor Jerry Dyer spoke with PG&E CEO Patti Poppe in a chat where she said his comments were strong—leaders also discussed build-to-rent plans, a proposed vacancy tax and future affordable housing projects. The Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Pacific University baseball is putting the finishing touches on its new stadium that features a state-of-the-art locker room and clubhouse built in part with a $3 million donation from the Dan R. Martin Family Foundation — new cameras and a trackman system are now helping the team boost its training and recruitment efforts. ABC30
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Hector Agredano Jr Student Recital
2-3:30 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Online ticket sales only — Experience an afternoon of vocal performance from talented students at Fresno State.
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Clovis East High School Class of 2010 15 Year Reunion
4-8 p.m. — The 411 Rec Room — Light snacks provided — Reconnect with old classmates and enjoy a night filled with nostalgia and live music.
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Drew Petersen Piano Concert
3 PM — Concert Hall — $5.00 - $40.00 — Experience the lyrical mastery of acclaimed pianist Drew Petersen with a captivating program of classical works.
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Big Bands in Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Ticket required — Enjoy an evening of lively performances from big band ensembles.
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Jose F. Quinones Hernandez Student Recital (Cello)
7:30-9 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the melodic strains of cello at this student recital.
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Fresno State Wind Orchestra & San Joaquin Delta College Symphonic Band Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — Concert Hall — $15.00 - $25.00 — Experience an evening of orchestral music featuring two talented ensembles.
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BFA Portfolio Exhibition 2025
5-8 p.m. — Phebe Conley Art Gallery — Free entry — Discover the innovative designs and artworks of Fresno State’s graduating class in Graphic Design, Illustration, and Interactive Multimedia.
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East Side Story Funkin' Oldies Car Show & Fiesta
11 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Fresno Fairgrounds North Entrance — Paid venue parking — Celebrate 46 years of Lowriding and Funk with live performances in Fresno.
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Cars at the Pointe
8-10:45 a.m. — Campus Pointe at Fresno State — Free entry — Enjoy classic cars and coffee while mingling with fellow car enthusiasts.
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Paratech University Training Event
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Fresno Fire Department — Registration required — Enhance your heavy lifting and stabilization skills through hands-on learning with certified instructors.
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