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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Asian food vendors at River Park were banned from selling at events and asked for an apology and clear reasons for what they said was a discriminatory move. Supporters gathered downtown while some groups offered another spot—Fresno Street Eats said they are in talks with park leadership to resolve the issue. ABC30
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night just before 9 p.m., 34-year-old Gabrielle Mammen of Firebaugh died near Millerton and North Fork roads in Friant after she got out of a moving truck and was run over by one of its back tires while her 20-year-old boyfriend drove at about 40 miles per hour and police reported no foul play. KMJ Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fresno police arrested Bailey Rosenberger in Modesto on April 2 in connection with the 2016 stabbing death of store clerk Gurcharn Singh Gill who was fatally injured at Shields Express Mart on Jan. 1—he was then taken to Fresno County Jail after formal charges were filed. GV Wire
- ➤ Fresno police will conduct a DUI checkpoint Saturday night from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. at an undisclosed location to remove suspected impaired drivers from the road — the operation is funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. GV Wire
- ➤ Authorities are asking Fresno residents to help locate Jennifer Michelle King (born January 30), a white female measuring 5'7 and 125 lbs with blond hair and green eyes who is wanted for felony vandalism under warrant number F25902247. GV Wire
- ➤ Fresno PD reported that 11-year-old Kentravis Davis went missing after he was last seen on April 15 at 2:00 p.m. near his home on Dwight Way near Cedar and Butler Avenue, wearing a white shirt, shorts and black Nike shoes with yellow and green designs — he is 4 feet 9 inches tall with a thin build. KMPH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fresno was highlighted on Jeopardy! this past Monday when a Double Jeopardy clue focused on its name meaning 'ash tree' and historic Armenian community—contestant Andrew Hayes answered correctly to earn $800 and later returned to compete again. GV Wire
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Maria Arredondo is a senior at Fresno State studying criminology who wakes up early to care for her six children while managing her schoolwork at home and off campus—she will soon walk the stage at Save Mart Center on Friday, May 16. She plans to continue her studies with a master’s degree and work in juvenile corrections after graduation. Fresno State News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last night, the Selma City Council fired its manager Fernando Santillan in a 4-1 vote—ending his work. Santillan said he was fired purely for political reasons and will leave when he gets his final paycheck next week—after a tough time with Mayor Scott Robertson. GV Wire
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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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