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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wishon Village RV Park is now serving as a hub for firefighters battling the Garnet Fire, with the park providing power, water, showers and a small store to help crews rest; owner Kris Oneida said it will stay open as long as help is needed—local businesses have also donated supplies. KMPH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fresno resident Jawana Washington (45) was found guilty on Wednesday of giving her son—a convicted gang member and felon—her firearm and is scheduled to be sentenced on December 15th, where she could face up to 10 years in prison. KMPH
- ➤ Theodore Tisdale was named Valley Crime Stoppers' Most Wanted Person of the Day on September 4 for an alleged felony assault—authorities described him as a black man 6'4 and 252 lbs with a bald head and brown eyes—and investigators urged anyone with tips to call immediately. GV Wire
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Fresno County farmers have seen a surge in roof rats that damaged almond orchards, irrigation lines and equipment on 112000 acres. Researchers and state officials will soon start a multi-pronged approach — including rodenticide applications and trapping — to manage the rodent population. GV Wire
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Unified School District has added Fort Valley State University to its HBCU Step-Up program to give 70 students from Sunnyside and McLane high schools a chance to earn up to 13 free college credits. The program will offer a nine-day campus tour and priority admission — steps that aim to boost college readiness. GV Wire
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A wildfire near Coalinga burned 17,638 acres with 7% containment on Thursday afternoon as crews faced triple-digit heat—steep terrain slowed ground efforts and led to evacuation orders for zones P18B, P25, P27A and P28 after the fire began Tuesday near Jacalitos Creek Road. Wildfire managers expect a cooling trend to begin today. GV Wire
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fresno State will play Oregon State on Saturday, Sept. 6 at 12:30 p.m. in Corvallis at Reser Stadium—this game may mark their first win in Corvallis since 1991— as the Bulldogs try to improve their record to 2-1 after a strong win; coach Matt Entz said the team must block out the noise at Oregon State’s tough home field. GV Wire
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Yeison Landero with Cumbia Bass
9 PM – 1 AM — Fulton 55 — Ages 21+ — Celebrate with a vibrant Cumbia dance party to unite hearts and connect with roots.
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Dog Daze Music Festival (Sunday Pass)
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Chukchansi Park — Ticket details available — Experience a lively Sunday filled with music at Dog Daze Music Festival in Fresno.
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Palomazo Norteno Concert
8-10 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Join for a night of lively Norteno music with the La Borrachera Perfecta tour.
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FRM Scale Challenge 2025 – R/C
Static Judging AM & Fly Rounds PM — Guy Field, Madera — $40.00 includes lunch — Experience the thrill of scale model flying at this exciting N.A.S.A. sanctioned event.
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Old Dominion Concert
7-9 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of top-tier country music with Old Dominion and special guests Ernest and Redferrin.
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Warrior Hybrid Obstacle Race
8-11 a.m. — Woodward Park — $600 in prize money up for grabs — Conquer the first-ever Warrior Hybrid Obstacle Race in Fresno with Spartan-inspired challenges.
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Chris Janson Live
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Rotary Amphitheater — Tickets required — Experience a night of country music with Chris Janson and special guests.
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Fresno State Bulldogs Women's Volleyball vs. UNLV Rebels
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Premium parking available — Catch an exciting showdown as the Bulldogs face off against the Rebels.
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Jake Shimabukuro Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the artistry of Jake Shimabukuro as he elevates the ukulele beyond the traditional boundaries.
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Dustin Lynch Concert
7-10 p.m. — Big Fresno Fair Gate — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Dustin Lynch at the Fresno Fairgrounds.
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