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Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fresno County held an opening ceremony for the 23rd season of the Fruit Trail on Friday, May 8 at the Grace Barn in Del Ray. The event featured local farm stands offering fresh-picked fruits (strawberries, blueberries, and cherries) from family farms. KMPH
- ➤ On Friday, May 8, Fresno firefighters from Station 19 rescued a stranded dog from an island at Roeding Park near Playland (the team used a park boat) and turned the pup over to the Fresno Animal Center for adoption or owner reunion. GV Wire
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Employers now expect to hire 5.6 percent more new graduates from the class of 2026, and career coach Fran Berrick advises job seekers to use AI skills in searches while avoiding AI generated headshots that could harm first impressions. ABC30
- ➤ Farmers and truck drivers in the Central Valley face higher costs as diesel prices rise, pushing Fresno County farmer Greg Markarian (a citrus, almond, and cherry grower) to add surcharges to cover expenses. His monthly diesel bills climbed from about $30,000 to $50,000, increasing pressure on local operations. ABC30
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Pacific University is offering a two-week outdoor learning program called Summer in the Sierra in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Local college students and others can earn credit in wilderness studies courses in sessions scheduled for June and July. ABC30
- ➤ During Teacher Appreciation Week, Fresno Unified teacher Pahoua Xiong at Susan B. Anthony Elementary (recognized as Kindergarten Teacher of the Year) was surprised by ABC30 President Martin Ortiz, who presented her with a Donors Choose certificate to honor her dedication to student success. KMJ Now
- ➤ Three FUSD students won the prestigious Gates Scholarship on Friday, May 8. The award covers full college costs for Juan Morales Lopez of Sunnyside High, Eliana Palomera of McLane, and Bryan Cabrera Garcia of Duncan Polytechnical, who plan to attend UC Davis, UCLA and UC San Diego respectively. KMPH
- ➤ On March 6, 2026, Dr. Anna Aleksanyan delivered a lecture at Fresno State on Armenian women’s experiences in transit and concentration camps, using maps and firsthand testimonies to shed light on the harsh historical hardships they faced + emphasizing their resilience. The Collegian
- ➤ In the Fresno County superintendent race, endorsement disputes arise as several prominent figures clarify their support was given in a personal capacity (not in their official roles). Incumbent Cantwell-Copher and challenger O’Brien have both listed endorsements that some say misrepresent official backing. GV Wire
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ California's upcoming fire season appears likely to be volatile as the Sierra Nevada snowpack hit only 18% of normal on April 1st, contributing to drier conditions ahead of summer triple-digit temperatures—past events like the 50,000 acre Garza Fire in western Fresno County underline local risks. KMPH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Red Cross has urged Central Valley residents to prepare for extreme heat, advising them to stay hydrated & check on neighbors during predicted triple-digit weather next week. The organization also encourages pet owners to keep their animals safe & plan ahead for potential power outages using local cooling centers. ABC30
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Tinker is a one-year-old cat in need of a home at The Cat House on the Kings, available for adoption with her shots, litter box training and vaccinations complete. Raised in a busy foster home, she loves to play, climb and snuggle and is ready to join a loving family. GV Wire
- ➤ Fresno food lovers can explore iconic sandwiches at Garlishious Deli across from City Hall and Sandy's Chili, where the Lao Sandwich offers varied pork flavors and unique condiments (reviews note its creative blend) in a tasting journey through the city’s evolving sandwich scene. Fresnoland
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UNLV Rebels vs. Fresno State Bulldogs Baseball
1:05-4:05 p.m. — Beiden Field at Bob Bennett Stadium — Cost varies — Experience college baseball rivalry action as UNLV takes on Fresno State.
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Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
6:15-7:15 p.m. — The Grand 1401 — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Joe Hisaishi in a unique candlelit setting.
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Class of 2006 20 Year High School Reunion
5-10 p.m. — Simonian Farms — Ticket required — Celebrate two decades since graduation with dinner, a DJ, and fun activities.
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Fresno Urban Run
Course: Road — Expected participants: 500-1000 — Fresno, California — Challenge yourself with a unique run that starts at Chukchansi Park and includes stadium climbs.
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VCTMS Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Admission includes a complimentary bottled water — Experience the chaotic and groovy alternative metal sounds from Illinois's own VCTMS.
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Deceits Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets from $72 — Experience the unforgettable live show of Deceits in Fresno.
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2026 CAL USA Kids Freestyle State Championship
May 29-31 — Selland Arena, Fresno, CA — Entry details not specified — A competitive event highlighting the talents of young freestyle wrestlers in California.
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Odd Mob Concert
6-10:30 p.m. — Rainbow Ballroom — From $130 — Experience an electrifying live performance by Odd Mob in Fresno's vibrant music scene.
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Pictures and Pines Concert
2:30–4:30 p.m. — Paul Shaghoian Memorial Concert Hall — Ticketed event — Experience Mussorgsky’s iconic 'Pictures at an Exhibition' paired with Respighi’s enchanting 'Pines of Rome' performed by Fresno’s talented youth orchestras.
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Fresno Teachers Association Awards Gala
5:30-8 p.m. — Satellite Student Union — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Celebrate educators and the conclusion of the school year with an awards gala.
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