Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
Good morning, Fresno.
Josh Allen announced Friday morning that he is partnering with New Balance to fund youth sports programs in Firebaugh — he said his family's 3,000-acre farm gave him the work ethic to help local kids play sports, offering them a chance to follow in his footsteps.
Sarah Lynn Hotchkin (white female, 5'1, 124 lbs, brown hair, brown eyes) is wanted on a felony warrant for allegedly resisting an executive officer as announced Friday by Valley Crime Stoppers and authorities urge anyone with information to call their tip line.
BUNT., The Chainsmokers and Izzy Bizu released the single 'Spaces' on Sept.
5 that blends energetic beats with emotional lyrics—The Chainsmokers will perform at Dog Daze Fest today, offering Fresno fans a live debut.
On Friday, the U.S. Forest Service reported that the Garnet Fire burned 33,388 acres and was 14% contained in Fresno County.
More than 1,800 firefighters battled the blaze near Dinkey Creek and Rodgers Ridge—and evacuation orders were in force for several zones.
The Salt Fire burned over 22,000 acres and was 12% contained as of Friday after starting Tuesday near Jacalitos Creek Road in Coalinga—fire crews battled steep terrain and dry grass fueling the blaze.
The Fresno Superior Court resumed operations on Friday morning at the M Street Courthouse on M and Tuolumne streets after a brief closure caused by flooding—staff quickly restored services so all relocated departments returned to their normal assignments.
So far this year, Fresno’s bus system FAX has nearly reached pre-pandemic ridership with 5.2 million boardings—a 5% increase over last year.
The agency expanded several routes—such as one serving key job centers—and is on track to exceed 10 million trips by year-end.
Fresno city leaders held a Thursday ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the city’s first dedicated cricket pitch at the Regional Sports Complex—an idea suggested by local Indian Community members—and announced that a second pitch at JSK Neighborhood Park will host upcoming league games—promising more competitive play.
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.
Palomazo Norteno Concert
8-10 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Join for a night of lively Norteno music with the La Borrachera Perfecta tour.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fresno State Bulldogs vs. San Jose State Spartans Women's Volleyball
1-3 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket availability limited — Catch an exciting matchup between two collegiate volleyball teams in Fresno.
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