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Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fresno Chaffee Zoo launched its annual online silent auction on September 22 at 2 p.m., offering over 200 items including a Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandoulière bag, lion cub paintings, and a whale watching excursion. Bidding will end at 8:30 p.m. on September 26—funds raised support zoo conservation efforts. KMPH
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A three-alarm fire burned a commercial building downtown after 1 a.m. Tuesday at Los Angeles and Broadway, and crews say flames appeared from the top and bottom while two of four businesses were destroyed—investigators are still checking the cause. ABC30
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ PG&E warned Fresno County customers that a flyer using its brand colors and design is a scam—customers are advised to ignore the flyer since it is not approved and connected to the utility despite its support for the Self-Generation Incentive Program. KMPH
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Phebe Conley Art Gallery at Fresno State hosts Lauren Lee McCarthy’s interactive Bodily Autonomy exhibition where visitors exchange saliva samples at a Saliva Bar—its final performance runs from 4–6 p.m. and the exhibit ends Sept 26, prompting people to reconsider consent and personal data sharing. The Collegian
- ➤ Fresno honors Dr. Trinidad Solis during Hispanic Heritage Month as the deputy health officer at the Fresno County Department of Public Health who worked to overcome language barriers and improve care. She led a vaccine program that gave over 35,000 shots to farmworkers—showing how her own immigrant background inspires trusted community service—while being recognized as a local role model. KMPH
- ➤ Kyu Sakamoto’s song Sukiyaki topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in 1963 after Fresno DJs played the hit originally titled (Ue o Muite Arukō) to local fans. Fresno’s Japanese American community helped bring the song to Capitol Records when executive Dave Dexter Jr. released it in the United States and it sold (13 million copies). KVPR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno State engineering students face high stress from long lab hours and tight deadlines—many struggle to balance classes, work, and family duties. The campus offers mental health resources through its counseling center, but some students remain unsure how to access them. The Collegian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A complaint filed by Guardians of Growth alleges that Fresno COG’s Measure C facilitation committee held closed meetings and hid records that affect decisions on county tax funds—raising concerns about secret decision-making. Fresno COG Chair Alma Beltran maintained the process is open and transparent, while county supervisor Buddy Mendes left the committee over public meeting rule issues. GV Wire
- ➤ At Monday's board meeting, Fresno EOC board members focused on the agency's troubled finances, questioning missing audit reports and steps taken to curb deficit spending. They noted that a forensic audit is underway and officials plan to secure a bailout loan from banks to support social services — a move aimed at aligning spending with revenues. GV Wire
- ➤ Fresno Mayor Dyer announced Tuesday that residents should expect traffic delays as crews begin $100M repairs to fix roads, sidewalks, and medians—repairs on major thoroughfares will last until November. Councilmember Perea said work will continue on neighborhood streets in the spring to improve safety. GV Wire
- ➤ Fresno County Supervisors approved an ordinance to limit residents to keeping five roosters per property, with permits available to raise the number to 24 and enforcement expected to start early November after a second hearing on Oct 7 — the change follows years of complaints since 2019. The board also passed a resolution opposing Proposition 50, which would redraw the county's congressional maps, and they adjourned Tuesday’s meeting in memory of Charlie Kirk. Fresnoland
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Jim Costa of Fresno and GOP colleague Beth Van Duyne introduced bipartisan legislation called the Ian Kalvinskas Act — named for the young intern who died this summer — to boost early detection of pediatric liver disease. The bill will direct agencies to study detection methods and give families clear facts about living liver donation. The Business Journal
- ➤ Fresno County reported its first West Nile virus death of 2025 when a resident died on Tuesday after a mosquito bite—five additional cases have been confirmed and more are expected as the season continues. Health officials urge residents to use EPA approved repellents and secure windows and doors with tight screens to reduce risk. GV Wire
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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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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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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.
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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.
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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6:45-7:44 p.m. — The Grand 1401 — Tickets selling fast — Experience a magical musical journey through the masterpieces of Hans Zimmer performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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Shonen Knife Concert
9-10:30 p.m. — Fulton 55 — Tickets available — Experience a night of rock and roll with Shonen Knife and special guests The Pack A.D.
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