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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Naomi's House at Holy Cross, partnered with Saint Agnes Hospital, is a newly renovated 2426 square foot transitional housing facility that provides safe temporary housing for 30 unhoused & underserved women in Fresno. Officials will hold a ribbon cutting tomorrow to open the facility, which features a full sized kitchen & dining area, private showers, comfortable bedding, a laundry room & dedicated educational space. Your Central Valley
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Fresno County Sheriff's Office warned residents about text messages claiming unpaid traffic violations + noting a spike in people going to traffic court and urging them not to click links since the DMV never sends texts for personal details. ABC30
- ➤ Fresno man Henry Joseph Garcia (49) was indicted on May 13 on federal charges for possessing over 400 grams of fentanyl and two loaded firearms linked to alleged drug trafficking; he faces a mandatory minimum of 15 years in prison with a possible life sentence and a $10 million fine if convicted. GV Wire
- ➤ Fresno CHP officers issued 574 citations over Memorial Day weekend for speeding, distracted driving, and seatbelt violations while arresting 39 drivers for DUI and impounding 55 vehicles—measures part of a crackdown on illegal street racing, reckless driving, and impaired driving. KMPH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Unified Superintendent Misty Her handed a dossier to the teachers that listed quotes and emails against her, which union president Manuel Bonilla said were fabricated using artificial intelligence—none of the quotes appeared in verified media reports. Bonilla called for disciplinary action against staff who created the document, and the union is now pushing for a full investigation into the district’s practices. GV Wire
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study from the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that children who engaged in physical activity had a 12% lower risk of mental health disorders based on data from over 16,000 Swedish kids. Fresno pediatricians advised that parents keep kids active as school ended and summer approached—sports help build social and emotional skills. ABC30
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Manzanilla Commons is a new gated community near Fresno’s Chaffee Zoo that will offer 63 affordable apartment homes for low-income and at-risk-of-homeless households at the former Motel 6 site off Olive and Crystal avenues. The development will include secure access, a site manager, on-site parking and laundry facilities, as well as community amenities like a building with meeting space, tot lot, basketball court, and dog park at 1240 N. Crystal Ave. Your Central Valley
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Hardy Concert
6:30 PM — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch Hardy live for an unforgettable night of music.
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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.
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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.
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Books & Bebidas: A Silent Book Club Meetup
5:30-8 p.m. — Dulce Upfront — BYOB for books — Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with silent reading and mingling after a drink.
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The Big Fresno Card Show
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Big Fresno Fair Gate — Free entry for first 50 attendees — Explore over 100 vendor tables of sports cards, collectibles, and more with food trucks and prizes.
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DAD GAMES 2025
1-5 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Fresno — Ticket price includes game card and buffet — Compete in a fun-filled arcade showdown with your family for exciting prizes.
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Takumi Japanese Restaurant Viewing Party
6-8 p.m. — Takumi Japanese Restaurant — $35+ — Indulge in a multi-course meal featuring grilled teriyaki and yakitori in a warm dining atmosphere.
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