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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sweet Ppang is a local family-owned shop that opened in summer 2024 on McKinley and Fruit avenues to serve taiyaki—a fish-shaped cake with fillings like custard, red bean and ube—and other treats such as croffles, soft serve ice cream, boba teas and coffee. The shop also hosts community events—including car meetups and trunk-or-treats—to bring neighbors together. The Collegian
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Sunday, southwest Fresno resident Jesse Leon faced a violent attack when 27-year-old Luis Vasquez jumped over his fence asking for help and then struck him with cutting shears—leaving Leon injured—before deputies arrived and arrested the suspect. KMPH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Fresno State Powerlifting Club is asking for support to represent Fresno State and Team USA at the University World Competition in Istanbul. The student-led team, which placed second in the men's division at a national meet in Atlanta, is raising funds (for flights, hotels, competition fees and uniforms) to cover its costs. ABC30
- ➤ Fresno Unified officials reported that superintendent Misty Her’s contract, which raises her annual salary to $385,500 with a $100,000 pay bump, will be presented for board approval and she is set to begin her new three-year term today if approved. GV Wire
- ➤ Fresno State is set to get a $16.3 million budget cut from Gov. Newsom’s $375 million CSU funding reduction—faculty warn the cut will mean fewer classes, bigger class sizes and layoffs while the university uses one-time funds to shrink a projected $19 million gap. The Collegian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Fresno Unified School Board of Education proposed a contract for new Superintendent Misty Her that pays her $385,500 per year — over 12 times Fresno’s median income based on recent Census data. The contract also provides 25 vacation days and a $1,500 monthly expense account — and the board will vote on it on Wednesday evening. Your Central Valley
- ➤ Today, Fresno County will honor fallen officers at noon at the Peace Officers Memorial in Courthouse Park with the 2025 memorial ceremony. Law enforcement agencies will join together to remember 64 officers who died in the line of duty—marking the event’s 27th anniversary—during the national Peace Officers Memorial Day observance. GV Wire
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Pro-Am was founded by Alton Williams and partners from games at a local Clovis center and has grown into a major summer basketball event for the community. Fans will see the tournament held at Fresno Pacific University every Saturday from June 21 to July 25 + pro and local players will come together to showcase their talent. The Collegian
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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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Mountain West Track & Field Championships
Wednesday to Saturday — Buchanan High School — Check local listings for ticket prices — Witness top collegiate athletes compete in thrilling outdoor track and field events.
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The Iron Maidens Tribute Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Fulton 55 — $41 including fees — Experience the theatrical tribute to Iron Maiden by an acclaimed all-female band.
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Let's Go Bowling with 1335 and DJ Dion Garcia
7:30 p.m. — Fulton 55 — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of legendary ska with Let's Go Bowling and dance to DJ Dion Garcia's beats.
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Mother's Day Brunch at Engelmann Cellars
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Engelmann Cellars — Ticket includes brunch buffet and a complimentary mimosa — Enjoy a delightful Mother's Day brunch with live music and local vendors.
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Tina Turner Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Saroyan Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying journey of the Queen of Rock n’ Roll.
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Arts and Crafts Monthly Gathering
6-8 p.m. — Fresno Spectrum Center — Free entry — Get creative with family-friendly craft projects in a welcoming space for all.
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