Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of June.
Good morning, Fresno.
1,600 customers in Sanger lost power when an outage began around 9:47 a.m. Wednesday, June 3.
A repair crew is working to restore service, though there is no estimated time for completion.
Ford today advised owners of nearly 5,000 Bronco Sports and Maverick models to stop driving because a front suspension defect may cause a sudden loss of steering control.
Affected owners can use free towing + repair services at authorized dealerships, with reimbursement available for recent out-of-pocket repairs.
On Sept. 18, 1958, Bank of America issued its first unsolicited BankAmericard to 60,000 Fresno customers (the Fresno Drop), a move that led to the evolution of this card into VISA and helped spark today’s cashless economy.
Tickets for Broadway in Fresno's new season, featuring four upcoming shows (at the Saroyan Theatre), went on sale last Wednesday and remain available for those planning to attend future performances.
Fresno Unified improved literacy in a Mayfair Elementary classroom after Superintendent Misty Her partnered with teacher Ana Bustos; over half the students at first could not read while 84% now read at grade level and the district will expand these hands-on methods to more schools.
Federal funding for Reedley College's Flight Sciences Program was cut, leaving 26 students uncertain about their pilot training, including one aspiring pilot who must now seek private instruction.
The college is working with its Financial Aid Office (and faculty) to connect students with alternative money resources.
Residents are joining a new trend called Admin Nights, where friends work together to manage budgets, pay bills, and cancel subscriptions, as explained by Dr. Brittany Greene at Self Financial.
The trend adds a social touch to chores + builds financial teamwork.
Fresno County Supervisors approved the Kings River mining project to continue if key work is completed within two years, noting $1 million in planning costs qualifies as needed development.
The project will mine 619 of 833 acres and yield about 1.6 million tons of material annually for local construction.
Local fitness trainer Rhonda Murphy demonstrated simple body weight exercises in Fresno on Wednesday, June 3, offering residents practical workout tips to improve balance and build muscle.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Durango Fest
8:00 p.m. — Rainbow Ballroom — Ticket prices vary — Experience a family-friendly celebration of music and culture at Durango Fest.
Pepe Aguilar Concert
8:00-11:00 PM — Save Mart Center — Cost Info Available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Pepe Aguilar live in concert as part of his En Concierto USA 2026 tour.
Free FOOSA Concerts at Fresno State
7:30 p.m. — Fresno State Concert Hall — Free entry — Enjoy a series of concerts featuring talented youth musicians from around the world at Fresno's FOOSA Festival.
Extreme Heat Adaptation Training for Contractors
12-3 p.m. — Water, Energy and Technology (WET) Center — Free entry — Gain insights on building climate-resilient homes and adapting to extreme heat impacts in California.
Father's Day Run/Walk
Celebrate Dads — 10k or 2-mile run — Fresno, California — Entry fee applies — Honor your Dad with a fun run on Father's Day.
Just The Tips Comedy Show
7-9:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Fresno — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of laughs with headliner Chris Cruz and open mic talent at this vibrant comedy show.
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