Good morning, Fresno.

Boots in the Park at Woodward Park is expanding into a two-day festival with country singer Blake Shelton performing today—after morning crews set up the stage—and global Latino icon Pitbull set to perform on Sunday.

Local officers are planning to manage safety and traffic as the event is expected to draw up to 12,000 people.

Fresno's newest wine lounge Eden Wine Lounge — led by Fernando Macias — will open on Sept.

20th in NW Fresno to offer a modern wine experience for local residents.

Fire crews in Shaver Lake battled the Garnet Fire for a third week as cool, moist weather helped slow the 19-day blaze sparked by lightning in the Sierra National Forest.

Crews created a backburn line and relocated their command post to Harlan Ranch—receiving support from New York Fire Department personnel and local officials who worked together to manage the emergency.

At a Thursday meeting, the Fresno City Council approved a resolution exempting the Eviction Protection Program from income restrictions or income verification — a move backed by Councilmember Tyler Maxwell — to help tenants facing illegal evictions receive faster support.

A petition with over 2,200 signatures calls for Sierra National Forest Supervisor Dean Gould to be removed as supporters blame his slow actions for worsening the Garnet Fire that destroyed the Teakettle Experimental Forest.

They say his delay puts forests and firefighters at risk—community members demand stronger leadership.

Fresno County will hold budget hearings on Sept.

15 and Sept. 16 at the Hall of Records to review a $5.3 billion budget facing challenges from federal cuts and limited funding. Eight county departments will present proposals — a new process set amid staffing concerns — as the county adjusts its spending plans.

California lawmakers passed a bill banning most law enforcement officers from wearing face masks while on duty—an effort spurred by recent immigration raids in Los Angeles—and Gov. Gavin Newsom will have about a month to decide on signing the measure.

Fresno State hosted suicide prevention speaker Joshua Rivedal from The I’Mpossible Project on Wednesday evening at the Leon S. and Pete P.

Peters Educational Center where he shared his personal mental health journey and offered support strategies, using humor and candid discussion to engage the audience. The Student Health and Counseling Center—coordinated by Danielle Mendoza—also announced a future Mental Health Screening Day on Oct. 8 and Oct. 9 to provide further resources.

Fresno County health officials reported that Covid cases are rising as the new Omicron variant Nimbus spreads in the Valley—Dr. Rais Vohra urged residents to get vaccinated, wear masks, and isolate if they feel sick.

The department will also host flu shot clinics this fall.

Fresno State linebacker Jadon Pearson and defensive lineman Jahzon Jacks said the team will work to tighten its defense today at Valley Children’s Stadium at 7 p.m.—while Southern’s Human Jukebox band performs at halftime.

Today at Valley Children’s Stadium, the Bulldog Marching Band will support Fresno State in its football game against the Southern University Jaguars with lively halftime shows and a special appearance by Human Jukebox.

The band has been a key part of the Red Wave for nearly a century—bringing energy to every game and keeping tradition alive.

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.

The White Buffalo Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Ticket details available — Experience a night of soulful rock with The White Buffalo.