Good morning, Fresno.

Valley Center for the Blind will hold its Dining in the Dark event today at Fort Washington Country Club in Fresno, where participants will dine blindfolded for two of four courses to learn about challenges faced by those with vision loss.

Proceeds will support employment, training and accessibility programs (including a silent auction and wine tasting) to expand vital services for people with vision loss.

Former Fresno City College basketball coach Ed Madec lost his appeal after an administrative law judge upheld his firing for making alleged threats during class discussions—students testified that he intimidated administrators including Chancellor Carol Goldsmith, and his conduct was deemed unfit for teaching.

Last weekend, Chukchansi Park transformed into a lively music festival site for Dog Daze Music Festival, featuring acts like The Chainsmokers and Sage the Gemini along with local talent and interactive vendor areas — drawing a diverse crowd that took in the unique blend of performances and installations. The event showcased Fresno’s vibrant music scene and community energy in a memorable celebration.

Medical Billing Technologies acquired SIRAS Systems — a company that offers software for special education — to merge IEP management, CALPADS reporting and Medi-Cal reimbursement into one platform that helps school districts get vital funds and stay in compliance.

The new system will help teachers save time and ease record keeping for districts.

Firefighters achieved 60% containment on the Salt 14-2 Fire that burned 25,580 acres near Jacalitos Creek Road in Coalinga and affected Fresno and Monterey counties since Sept.

2. Evacuation orders remain in effect in several zones—officials report no structures have been damaged and crews continue building containment lines.

Firefighters made progress overnight in containing the Garnet Fire in the Sierra National Forest, which burned 56,795 acres since Aug.

24 and forced evacuations in several zones. Crews cleared fallen trees and worked along Snow Corral Road—reinforcing containment lines to manage possible flare-ups.

Fresno County leaders are weighing a Measure C change—studies show trucks cause as much road damage as thousands of cars—that could require impact fees from truckers to help fund road repairs and ease the tax burden on residents.

The committee will decide by the end of September on the funding mix that may shape local infrastructure spending for decades.

The NCAA permanently banned three men’s basketball players—Mykell Robinson, Steven Vasquez, and Jalen Weaver—from Fresno State and San Jose State after an investigation found they bet on their own games and shared betting information to influence outcomes, leading to their dismissal from teams and schools.

The NCAA banned three Division I college basketball players from Fresno State and San Jose State on Wednesday—ending their college careers after an investigation found they bet on their own games and changed their play to help win wagers, which included sharing significant payouts.

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.

2025 Far Western District Fall Convention

12 PM to 12 PM — Saroyan Theatre — $40+ — A weekend of incredible a cappella performances and music workshops awaits.