Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of June.
Good morning, Fresno.
Cheryl McCray Riggins Sumler celebrated six graduations this spring as five grandchildren and one great-grandchild reached milestones ranging from pre-kindergarten to high school.
She attended a ceremony in Fresno and will later honor a sixth-grade graduation in Los Angeles — while remembering the loss of her granddaughter in 2017.
Bentley is a 5-year-old, 25-pound supermutt who was taken in nearly two years ago after he showed up unannounced on a Good Samaritan’s porch—Mell’s Mutts is now asking Fresno residents to submit an adoption application to give him a forever home.
A garage fire in Fresno early Saturday evening caused about $125,000 in damages and displaced two residents after flames spread from a detached garage's patio area into the home near Floradora Avenue and Calaveras Street—firefighters arrived around 5:10 p.m.
Fresno Fire Department said high winds on Saturday afternoon quickly escalated a small fire near the Chestnut Avenue off-ramp from Highway 180 so that it spread to four acres near homes — causing minor damage to fences and power poles — while investigators examine the rising fire activity in the area.
Traffic on Highway 99 near Fowler stopped Saturday when a grass fire spread quickly from the west shoulder to the median and east side because of strong winds; Caltrans closed lanes near Clovis and American Avenues while firefighters worked for hours to put out the flames — only the No. 1 lanes stayed closed — and officials are investigating the cause.
Fresno County Sheriff’s Office homicide detectives are asking the public for help to speak with 40-year-old Rodrigo Torres Ruvalcaba—who is not a suspect—in connection to the 2020 murder of Rosendo Herrera.
Rosa Lopez, a Clovis resident, earned her online high school diploma on Saturday at Betty Rodriguez Library where Fresno County Public Library Director Sally Gomez presented her diploma.
She is one of nine local graduates from the Career Online High School program (a key chance to advance education for local adults).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Youth Brigade Live at Strummer's
7-10 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Ticketed event — Experience the high-energy rock sounds of Youth Brigade in a vibrant local venue.
Slice of Comedy Featuring Aaron Schoonover
8-10 p.m. — DiCicco's Old Town Clovis — Full menu available — Enjoy a night of humor with the nationally touring comedian known for his high-energy and relatable comedy.
Union Member Appreciation Day
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Fresno Chaffee Zoo — Ticket required — Enjoy a day at the zoo with a private BBQ lunch and access to the new Valley Farm Exhibit.
Christmas In July 5k
7-11 a.m. — Christmas Tree Lane — Registration required — Enjoy a festive run down the beautifully shaded Christmas Tree Lane in July.
Fresno Car Auction Event
11:30 p.m. — 1805 N Lafayette Ave, Fresno, CA — Free registration — Discover over 300,000 repairable and salvage cars at this public auction.
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