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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews are investigating two fires that broke out less than 24 hours apart at the Mission Thrift Store in north Fresno, with the first fire starting around 3 a.m. (Friday) and flames spreading to nearby storage units while the store remained undamaged. ABC30
- ➤ A two-vehicle crash killed a 24-year-old Clovis man on Thursday when his Subaru did not stop at a sign and was hit by a Ford driven by a 55-year-old Parlier man at 2:35 p.m.—the Ford driver suffered moderate injuries and both drivers wore seatbelts with no signs of alcohol or drugs. KMPH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 44-year-old Blake Benham, a former principal in Dinuba, was sentenced to 23 years and 8 months in prison after a December 3rd, 2023 DUI crash that killed two women & injured two others when his Ford F-150 hit another vehicle at 62 mph on Road 56 & Avenue 430. KMPH
- ➤ A suspicious device described as bags containing a propane tank with red and green wires triggered an evacuation of the Social Security office at 5140 E. Olive today as the bomb squad (Fresno Police Department Explosive Ordinance Disposal) arrived and nearby businesses (advised to shelter in place) awaited further updates. KMPH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fresno vendors say a comment by Councilmember Arias about a possible ICE raid cut foot traffic at the Cherry Auction Swap Meet. They delivered 50 hand-signed complaint letters to city leaders demanding an explanation—vendors plan to follow up next week. KMPH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, 90-year-old Frank Cervantez threw the first pitch at a Fresno Grizzlies game and said staying active keeps him young. He also plays in a weekly bowling league (and bats in a local softball league) to stay on the move. Your Central Valley
- ➤ Fresno State Athletics announced a partnership with Diamond Learning Center after alumna Jami Hamel DeLaCerda donated $1 million to bolster Bulldog Football's operations, including recruitment and student-athlete development. The donation— the largest by a woman in Fresno State Athletics history— has unlocked $400,000 in matching gifts and supports a new coach-led fundraising campaign. The Business Journal
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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.
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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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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.
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Bowling 4 Babies
8-11 p.m. — Fresno State Bowling Alley — Fundraising event — Roll strikes and spares to support families and babies in need.
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Sounds of Summer Concert
2-5 p.m. — Clovis Veterans Memorial District — Free entry — Celebrate summer with a patriotic concert featuring The Sounds of Freedom Military Concert Band.
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Marcos Witt - Legado Tour 2025
7 PM - 9:30 PM — Cornerstone Church — Tickets available — Celebrate four decades of Christian music with Marcos Witt's powerful performance.
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Phil Wickham and Brandon Lake Summer Worship Nights Tour
7-9 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting worship music with Phil Wickham and Brandon Lake along with special guest Josiah Queen.
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Speed Dating Night
7-9 p.m. — Vibez Lounge — Early bird tickets available — Meet cool singles in a fun, structured speed dating environment and spark new connections.
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RED LEATHER Put it All on Red Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets starting at $26.18 — Enjoy an evening of live music with Red Leather on their tour stop in Fresno.
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Second Annual CVP Elite Girls Basketball Camp
1 AM – 2 PM — Clovis West High School — Cost info not provided — A prestigious camp empowering young female basketball players in Fresno.
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