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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Fresno Partnership announced that the Market on Kern will return this season with longer hours, running Wednesdays from May through October at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. along Kern Street near the Convention Center—temperatures must stay below 105 degrees. Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer will deliver opening remarks while 25 vendors offer produce, baked goods, and handcrafted items with themed market days planned. GV Wire
- ➤ Since opening its new Isnardi Foundation Building in northwest Fresno in February, the Marjaree Mason Center has seen more survivors of domestic violence use services such as counseling, prenatal care, and a children’s Enrichment Center. In the past 30 days, hotline calls have risen and its emergency shelter has been at capacity for six weeks + the center continues to add support to meet growing demand. ABC30
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Clovis Police released still photos+surveillance video of a suspect in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Caleb Quick outside a Clovis McDonald’s on April 23 just before 9 p.m., and the suspect, seen fleeing in a white Tesla Model 3+ remains unidentified as investigators have not determined a motive. KMJ Now
- ➤ A woman was hospitalized after being shot late Thursday near an apartment complex in northwest Fresno when two suspects approached the vehicle where she and her boyfriend were selling merchandise + police said the incident occurred after 10 p.m. near Palo Alto and Milburn. ABC30
- ➤ Clovis police released images of a suspect in the deadly shooting outside a McDonald's on Willow and Nees avenues that on April 23 left 18-year-old Caleb Quick fatally shot—police described the suspect as a light-skinned White or Hispanic male between 5 ft 10 in and 6 ft tall who fled in a 2024 or newer white Tesla Model 3 and are now asking for tips. ABC30
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Unified appointed Misty Her as superintendent with an annual salary of $385,500 that includes a one-time bonus of 2.5% and additional benefits + travel pay, 12 sick days and 25 vacation days. Community members voiced outrage at Wednesday’s meeting because new teacher salaries are around $68,000 while the average is $138,269 + many called for a review of the pay scales. GV Wire
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer said the proposed mega-development SEDA is losing support from the city council because it would force residents to pay nearly $1.5 billion for new water and sewer lines. Dyer proposed moving forward with only the smaller South SEDA area—an industrial zone needing fewer upgrades—while officials debate if private financing can cover the high costs—leaving a divided path for the project. Fresnoland
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ No Surrender Clovis launches Gel Blaster today at 5 pm in its new laser tag arena at Sierra Vista Mall—this new game blends water ball play with digital scoring and exciting interactive targets. The first 100 players who sign up will enjoy free play while using high-tech equipment like the Nexus Blaster Vest and smart targets that reward power-ups. KMPH
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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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Luis Coronel's ETERNO ENAMORADO 2025 Tour
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — The Fulton — $35 General Admission, $75 Meet & Greet, $150 VIP — Experience a romantic night filled with music from Regional Mexican star Luis Coronel.
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2nd Fresno Dance Fiesta
12:00 PM — Pete & Carmen's Salsa Dance Academy — Tickets available — Experience 3 days of Afro-Latin dance workshops and social dancing in Fresno.
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