Good morning, Fresno.

Fresno residents will gather at Sunnyside High School on Saturday, June 28 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to raise funds for teen Gabriel Garcia Jr. who is battling chemo-resistant cancer—organizers including West Coast Inc. Barbershop and local leaders have planned car washes, taco plates, and free haircuts to help cover the cost of his new treatment.

Clovis will host its annual July 4 Freedom Fest at Lamonica Stadium on the campus of Clovis High School starting at 5 p.m.—the event will feature fireworks, games and activities for children, a Food Fair, a Crafter’s Fair, music and other entertainment.

Tickets cost $5 per person and children five and under enter free, and they can be purchased in advance at Valley First Credit Union on West Herndon Ave or at the stadium starting at 9 a.m. on July 4.

El Super opened its second Fresno location yesterday in the former Sears building near Manchester Mall, offering affordable groceries with a welcoming Hispanic touch—shoppers enjoyed live mariachi music and special discount days that ease high grocery costs.

On Tuesday, June 25th, the Armenian Museum of Fresno opened a dual exhibition called Fresno Armenians: 50 Years Ago + From the Fields of Fresno at the University of California Center at 550 E.

Shaw Avenue. The show features over 300 photographs from the 1970s and a sound installation that honors local Armenian heritage, and it will run until August 27 with free public admission.

A wildfire started overnight in Fresno County near Jacalitos Creek Road west of Lost Hills Road—raising to 520 acres with 0% containment—and crews face steep terrain challenges as they work to control the blaze and investigate its cause.

Fresno County officials reported the first detection of West Nile Virus in mosquito samples this year and advised residents to practice the Three Ds (Deter, Dawn and Dusk, Drain) to reduce mosquito bites and lower infection risk.

Family HealthCare Network opened its new Fresno Olive health center on Monday at 5166 E.

Olive Ave. and now offers family medicine, pediatrics, and dentistry while accepting walk-in appointments; the center is open Monday through Friday (8 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and Saturday (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.).

Fresno native Cedric Coward was picked 11th overall in the NBA Draft Wednesday night in Brooklyn—he was first chosen by the Portland Trail Blazers before being traded to the Memphis Grizzlies in a deal that included a 16th pick, a future first-round pick and two second-round picks. This move marks another milestone in Coward’s journey from Central East High School to the professional level.

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.

Lil Kayla Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets from $31.83 — Enjoy an exciting night of live music with Lil Kayla.