Good morning, Fresno.

Almost 70 Central Valley veterans returned home Wednesday night to Fresno Yosemite International Airport after completing the 35th Central Valley Honor Flight.

Their three-day trip honored memorials of service while community members gathered to welcome them with music and flags.

Next week at the California 9/11 Memorial in Clovis, residents will join an annual ceremony marking 25 years since September 11 featuring a retired New York City firefighter, with ceremonies from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and parking at 7:45 a.m.; livestream and a commemorative run on Saturday are offered.

Fresno County Public Library is offering a limited-edition library card featuring the Nightcrawler — a local folklore icon — at all 33 library locations through September, and supplies will vanish after the month ends.

Willow Gardens Nursery in Clovis, a family-run business operating for 52 years, will close at the end of December, and it will offer special discounts until then - a farewell event is planned in October for loyal customers.

The Armenian Museum opened an exhibit on Sept.

2 that shows civilian life during the 2020 Artsakh war. The exhibit, featuring photographs by Ezras Tellalian and music from the Nairian Vocal Ensemble, is open until Oct. 16 at the museum (550 E. Shaw Avenue) near Fashion Fair mall.

Fresno City Attorney’s Office expanded its back-to-school outreach with the School Area Team, investigating hazards and enforcing codes near local campuses.

City Attorney Andrew Janz joined community events on Sept. 1 and shared a video to help parents understand safety measures.

CAL FIRE's C-130 from the Fresno Air Attack Base dropped up to 4,000 gallons of retardant to slow the Colorado Fire in Mariposa County while crews used 42,000 gallons from local support — the steep terrain makes fighting the flames hard.

Evacuation orders remain for Briceburg and nearby areas.

Fresno families should be cautious during the back-to-school season as scammers pressure quick financial decisions, and JPMorgan Chase warns that feeling rushed can signal a scam — a timely reminder to pause and verify offers.

A Fresno truck driving school was shut down by the federal government after failing to test drivers on English.

Platinum Plus certified drivers who later caused a fatal crash in Oklahoma were part of a nationwide move that closed 110 schools.

California regulators approved new tire rules that will start in 2029 and finish by 2033.

The rules aim to cut fuel use and lower emissions but may raise tire costs and narrow choice, a Fresno tire shop owner said.