Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of July.
Good morning, Fresno.
Video from Jul. 2 shows two thefts at Small Town Thrift in Easton, where donation items were taken; owner Maria Carrion confronted the thieves and said she will keep donations inside the store + plan a backpack drive to help families get ready for school.
At Tuesday's meeting, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors rejected a pilot program that would have allowed 66 home kitchen permits, leaving local food entrepreneurs unsure about expanding their businesses.
The board may reconsider the proposal when new members join later this year.
Fresno Police will host a community forum Monday at 6 p.m. at the Ted C.
Wills Community Center to answer questions about Flock cameras before city council reviews their future use - Police Chief Mindy Casto said the meeting will address concerns over data security regarding the cameras.
At Fresno Chaffee Zoo, staff found two dead bats that tested positive for rabies and are following strict safety protocols to protect visitors and workers; the zoo advises people not to approach wild animals (including bats) for their safety.
A cat haven in Dunlap reported that a 4-year-old serval named Bahati was bitten by a rattlesnake this past week, so its team used careful anti-venom treatment after 40-percent of its blood cells were affected.
Health officials advise wrapping snake bites to slow venom spread and seeking prompt care.
A serval cat named Bahati at Project Survival’s Cat Haven is recovering after being bitten by a rattlesnake last night and was treated with I.V. antivenin at an emergency clinic; the sanctuary reports he is doing well today.
Madera United’s U14 girls won the national championship with a 2-1 score after beating teams from Missouri, Texas, and West Virginia.
The small-town team will move up to the ECNL regional league and prove that teamwork can overcome a small roster.
Happiest PLATE on Earth Festival
5-9 p.m. — River Park Shopping Center — Free entry — Indulge in theme park-inspired culinary delights from local vendors at this delightful food festival.
Miguel Reyes Elite/Fun 5K
— 5K — Fresno California, 4773 E Yale Ave, Fresno, CA — Registration info required — Competitive race honoring a local running legend with free training plans for beginners.
Dailey & Vincent Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts — Reserve your seats now for a night filled with tight harmonies and foot-stomping bluegrass classics.
The Haunt Live Performance
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of The Haunt in an intimate concert setting.
The Lowdown Drifters Live
8-11 p.m. — Fulton 55 — Tickets available — Experience gritty country-rock from The Lowdown Drifters, with special guests Blue Crown.
LOVERS AND FRIENDS - Throwback R&B & Hip Hop Night
10:00 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets Required — Groove to nostalgic R&B and hip hop tracks spun by a DJ.
The Altons with Thee Sinseers
7-8:30 p.m. — Tioga-Sequoia Beer Garden — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of electrifying R&B and soul music in a vibrant setting.
Thee Sacred Souls Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the smooth sounds of Thee Sacred Souls on their Constellation Tour.
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