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Fresno
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fresno County fire crews contained a 15-acre river-bottom fire near Riverdale Avenue and De Woody Road (Laton) after a four-hour battle on Saturday, May 16 as windy conditions and limited access complicated efforts and no injuries were reported. KMPH
- ➤ Fresno County fire crews fought a 15-acre riverbed fire near Laton on Saturday, May 16 at Riverdale Avenue and De Woody Road and contained the blaze in four hours despite windy conditions and limited access. ABC30
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in diverse folkloric groups attended the High School Folklórico Summit at Fresno State on April 25. Under Dr. Víctor Torres’ guidance, the participants joined dance workshops + campus tours that showcased university resources and celebrated Mexican traditions. The Collegian
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A 4-year-old girl in Fresno with neurofibromatosis is set to have urgent surgery to stop a severe spine curve from causing paralysis; her single mother faces mounting medical bills and home adjustments as ongoing treatments loom. KMPH
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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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THE RAID: REDEMPTION Film Screening
7:00 PM — Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience high-octane martial arts action with a cult classic film screening.
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Wayne Hancock Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience Wayne Hancock’s captivating blend of honky-tonk swing and storytelling in an intimate setting.
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Fresno Unified School District Graduations
Doors open 12 p.m. — Save Mart Center, 2650 E Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA — $10 for autos, $20 for limos, $40 for RVs — Celebrate the achievements of graduates from Farber and Bullard High Schools.
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Edison High School Graduation Ceremony
4-8 p.m. — Save Mart Center — $10 for autos, $20 for limos, $40 for RVs — Celebrate the achievements of the graduating class with a highlight ceremony.
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