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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An investigation into the Mission Thrift store fire on Sierra Avenue found the blaze was accidental—firefighters arrived around 1:00 p.m. on July 27th and spent more than five hours with nearly 40 firefighters extinguishing the flames. KMPH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FOX26 News and Fashion Fair Mall partnered to surprise back-to-school shoppers in Fresno with random gift cards & a grandmother with her grandkids enjoyed receiving a $250 Five Below gift card during the event. KMPH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 26-year-old Mexican national, Miguel Obed Romero Reyes, was sentenced to over four years in federal prison after a Fresno County traffic stop on Interstate 5 uncovered more than 200,000 fentanyl pills in a duffel bag, and authorities said he picked up the pills in Arizona to transport them to Washington—investigators included the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office and Homeland Security Investigations. GV Wire
- ➤ A new state law called Proposition 36 has cut smash-and-grab retail thefts at River Park by over 50% in the past seven months—some critics worry the tougher penalties may lead to more jail time and slower court processes. ABC30
- ➤ On Saturday morning, Aug. 2, a 70-year-old family friend named Carl Johnson was fatally shot during an argument with 46-year-old Stewart Coleman at a yard sale near North Cleo Avenue and West Roberts and police later arrested Coleman after recovering the firearm. KMPH
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in the Central Valley have faced a rodent invasion that has damaged crops, trees, and irrigation systems. The Fresno County Farm Bureau reported repair costs have soared—damages are estimated at between $110 million and $300 million as farmers use traps and pest control chemicals to fight the crisis. KMPH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Valley Children's Hospital issued a safety alert to school districts and athletic programs after doctors treated more than a dozen young football players for severe nasal fractures this summer. The hospital advised that players avoid contact drills without facial protection — urging coaches and families to ensure proper equipment and hydration during practices. KMPH
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Hanley Investment Group Real Estate Advisors sold a 7,502-square-foot retail pad in River Oak Plaza for $4.6M—its tenants include Dutch Bros Coffee, West Coast Sourdough, WaBa Grill, Sports Clips, and Organic Nails and Spa. The property, located at Herndon and Brawley avenues with 54,000 cars passing daily, adds to Fresno’s growing retail market. The Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seven young riders from Rick Kelley Performance Horses have earned spots to compete in Las Vegas later this week — all from a Clovis team of girls aged 14 and up who trained rigorously to master reining techniques as they represent the Central Valley on an international stage. KMJ Now
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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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Just Friends Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets from $26.18 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Just Friends, Carpool Tunnel, and Tommy Ragen.
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FRIKITONA - Reggaeton Fiesta
9 PM – 1 AM — Fulton 55 — Check event page for pricing — Celebrate with classics and current hits in an electrifying reggaeton atmosphere.
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Uncruel Summer Pop Dance Night
9 PM - 1 AM — Fulton 55 — Tickets at 22andgood4u.com — Dance the night away to hits from popular pop artists including Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish.
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Monster Jam Freestyle Mania
1-3 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Tickets available — Experience the ultimate in freestyle excitement with Monster Jam Freestyle Mania.
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Cocktails & Connections - Nimbus Bright Marketing Discussion
5-8 p.m. — Tioga-Sequoia Beer Garden — $25 entry — Network with entrepreneurs while enjoying craft beers and marketing insights.
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Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
2-3:30 p.m. — Downing Planetarium — $3—5 — Experience an entrancing planetarium show featuring the wonders of the universe.
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Madagascar Jr. Musical Performance
2-3:30 p.m. — California Arts Academy — Tickets may apply — Experience a thrilling live musical adventure with Alex the Lion and friends as they escape to Madagascar.
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