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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • 58-year-old Nickey Duane Stane pleaded guilty to the 1996 rape and murder of Fresno State student Debbie Dorian and the sexual assaults of several women in Visalia from 1999 to 2002—he will be sentenced on June 12 in Fresno County and will face life in prison without the possibility of parole.  KMPH
  • Two people died after a Thursday night crash at the intersection of McKinley and Westlawn Avenues when a 22-year-old driving a Honda Civic failed to stop at a stop sign and was struck broadside by a Chevrolet Silverado, killing his 20-year-old passenger at the scene while he later died in the hospital and leaving the Silverado’s driver and passenger with minor injuries—authorities are investigating the incident.  KMPH
  • A 27-year-old Georgia woman, who had been missing for three weeks during a solo camping trip in the Fresno County mountains, was found safe near Lake Edison and spoke with her family at the Fresno County Sheriff's Office on Friday at 11:30 a.m.—the search covered nearly 600 square miles and ended when a resort owner found an open cabin door at Vermilion Valley Resort.  ABC30

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Dinner at Cafe Rio

    6:30-8 p.m. — Cafe Rio Fresh Modern Mexican — No reservations — Enjoy casual dining at a cafeteria-style restaurant with a vibrant atmosphere.

    Mon, 5/19/25

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  • Start, Grow, and Stay Conference

    12:30-6 p.m. — University Business Center — Free entry — Discover resources and network with entrepreneurs at a pitch competition and innovation showcase.

    Wed, 5/21/25

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  • Alec Cortez Live in Fresno

    7 PM - 12 AM — Procreations Brewing Company — Limited tickets available — Experience a special show with rising Bay Area star Alec Cortez along with exciting local support acts.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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  • Youth Orchestras of Fresno Gala Concert

    4:00 – 5:30 PM — Saroyan Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 75 years of musical excellence with a spectacular gala concert.

    Sun, 5/25/25

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  • Friday Night Fever: Decades Dance Night

    8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — Fulton 55 — Tickets available — Groove through the decades with iconic hits and a lively atmosphere.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • Bulldog Back 9 Golf Experience

    8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Valley Children's Stadium — Supporting student-athletes — Experience an unforgettable nine-hole golf adventure inside the stadium.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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  • Virtual Tour of Serenity Living

    9 AM - 7 PM — Serenity Living — Free entry — Explore a top-rated senior community offering exceptional care and vibrant activities for seniors.

    Tue, 6/3/25

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  • Hardy Concert

    6:30 PM — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch Hardy live for an unforgettable night of music.

    Fri, 6/6/25

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  • Chingo Bling Live in Fresno

    8-10 p.m. — Frank's Place — Tickets vary — Experience the multi-talented Chingo Bling in a night of laughter and entertainment.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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  • Angel Meet & Greet

    7-8 p.m. — Fulton 55 — Admission Ticket required — Get personal items signed and a photo with the band at this exclusive meet & greet.

    Sun, 6/8/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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