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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pastor Jim Franklin of Cornerstone Community Care has led efforts in Fresno for over 30 years to fight hunger and homelessness by transforming a small pantry into a community center that offers weekly food distribution, school aid, clothing, and shower services+ The nonprofit relies on volunteers and local partnerships to help families face rising costs and food insecurity+ The Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Detectives reopened a decades-old homicide case after new fingerprint analysis identified the remains of Rene Perez (38 at the time of death) found near Tranquility in Fresno County in 1991, and they now ask anyone with information to contact the Cold Case Unit. KMPH
- ➤ Fresno police are asking for help identifying a suspect in a strong-arm robbery that occurred on May 17 at the 7-Eleven on North Blackstone Avenue (722) and urge anyone with information to call Detective Taylor Phoolkaat (559-621-6203). Your Central Valley
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Madera County Sheriff Tyson Pogue declared an emergency on June 10 due to the spread of beet curly top virus, which has increased beet leafhopper numbers and jeopardized key crops. The measure allows growers to use restricted neonicotinoid pesticides for 60 days—an action approved by the county board. The Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fresno County leaders and Transportation for All are meeting weekly to shape a single Measure C renewal that funds local transportation projects — leaders are working on fund distribution issues like road repairs and public transit while scheduling outreach meetings on June 18 at Big Red Church and June 23 at Betty Rodriguez Library. Outgoing FCTA Director Terry Ogle, who will leave next month for a project in southern California, said both sides hope to resolve differences by the end of summer. GV Wire
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Heart Group broke ground on a new medical campus on May 22, 2025—located at Herndon and Peach avenues—to add more heart care for patients in Fresno. The campus, which will host several buildings and a wellness center, is expected to open Fall 2026. The Business Journal
- ➤ A study by the American Psychological Association shows that kids who spend more time on screens are more likely to have anxiety, depression and aggression—research that looked at nearly 300,000 children worldwide and included input from Dr. Annie Fujikawa at Ascend Behavior Health in Northeast Fresno. Dr. Fujikawa said families should set clear screen time limits to help children learn to manage their emotions. ABC30
- ➤ Clinica Sierra Vista and Central California Food Bank are hosting a free event at Elm Community Health Center (2740 S. Elm Ave.) this Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. that offers food, free haircuts, and rapid HIV testing with results under 20 minutes, and the first 50 attendees will receive a complimentary breakfast burrito (provided by Noble Credit Union). GV Wire
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Head coach Jim Harbaugh said he loves Fresno and hopes to bring the Chargers to the Central Valley in the future—while the team will hold training camp in El Segundo from July 17th through August 8th with USD practices on July 22nd and 23rd. KMJ Now
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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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90's Pop Tour
8-11 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Tickets available — Relive the magic of the 90s with iconic pop performances and delightful surprises.
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L.A. vation: U2 Tribute
7:30-11:00 p.m. — Fulton 55 — Cost info unavailable — Experience the U2 tribute band L.A.vation delivering hit after hit from U2’s greatest albums.
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Succulent Social
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Kearney Mansion Museum — Check event page for pricing — Enjoy an enchanting evening of champagne and a succulent planting workshop.
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Jorge Medina Concert
8-11 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the dynamic sounds of Medina and Cuen as they electrify the regional Mexican music scene.
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Candlelight - A Tribute to Coldplay on Strings
8:45-9:45 p.m. — The Grand 1401 — Ticket purchase required — Experience Coldplay's hits performed live on strings in a magical candlelit setting.
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FOOSA Philharmonic - Rite of Spring
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Saroyan Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the lush melodies of Schoenberg’s Pelléas und Mélisande performed by the FOOSA Philharmonic.
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Books & Bebidas: A Silent Book Club Meetup
5:30-8 p.m. — Dulce Upfront — BYOB — Enjoy a relaxing night of silent reading and drinks with fellow book lovers.
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