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Fresno
Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ FOX26 and Les Schwab Tires are running their 12th annual toy drive to help Valley kids in need—drop-offs at local Les Schwab locations will be accepted until December 19th. The collected toys will be sent to the Poverello House to be wrapped and distributed on Christmas Eve. KMPH
- ➤ Fresno is joining the national Yes in God's Backyard movement — a program that helps churches build affordable homes — by leasing church land for 21 senior cottages on West California Avenue. The cottages will rent for $500 to $750 per month and are expected to be finished by late 2026 to help address the local housing crisis. Fresnoland
- ➤ Fresno Mission’s CC’s Kitchen will open its doors to serve free dinners for families and aged-out foster youth starting Monday without income checks. The service will begin at 5 p.m. each day—meeting growing local need—and aims to help those in the community. GV Wire
- ➤ Local nonprofits said food lines grew nearly 25% during the 41-day shutdown as many lost access to SNAP benefits and had to wait for free meals. Directors noted that even people from outside Fresno have come for help—urging community donations and volunteers to meet the rising need. ABC30
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire in central Fresno on Monday, November 10 started after 1:30 a.m. and forced a family to leave their home while one dog was injured when power lines fell and PG&E crews cut power—investigators are checking the cause. ABC30
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Willow Osteria opened over the weekend at The Avenue at Heritage Grove on the Fresno-Clovis border, offering full-service Italian cuisine and an extensive wine selection. Owner Jimmy Pardini said he launched the restaurant after repeated customer requests—meeting a long-held goal—while the new shopping center helps grow Clovis’ dining scene. The Business Journal
- ➤ Chop Cheese Bodega opened last month at 6031 N. Blackstone Ave in central Fresno, where entrepreneur David Boursalyan brings a taste of New York with his iconic chopped cheese sandwich made using Angus beef and served with fries costing between $13 and $15. Inspired by Harlem sandwich shops, he invested over $200,000 to launch his dream restaurant that also features a popular Philly cheesesteak option. GV Wire
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ M. Theo Kearney, a self-made raisin baron born in Liverpool, planned a French-style chateau at his Fruit Vale Estate west of Fresno, but his vision to build a grand mansion modeled after Château de Chenonceaux was halted when he died in 1906 on a European-bound trip—leaving behind the legacies of Kearney Mansion and Kearney Park. KVPR
- ➤ Eve Group will host an 18-and-over outdoor block party at Azara Plaza on Friday, November 14th from 6 to 10 p.m. that features British DJ James Hype and local acts on two stages—VIP tickets include lounge access at Azara Supper Club and food from local restaurants. GV Wire
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ DoorDash’s first State of Local Commerce Report, released this week, showed Fresno residents paid $4.48 for breakfast basics when the national average was $4.35 and experienced a 3.25% rise in restaurant prices with a cheeseburger meal averaging $15.14—demonstrating a 93.11% restaurant resilience rate. The Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fresno State relaunched its free Bulldog Express shuttle to give students, faculty and staff a safe ride around campus. The shuttle will run Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m.—10 p.m. and Fridays from 7 a.m.—4 p.m., and a real-time tracking app is coming soon to show arrival times. The Collegian
- ➤ The Fresno Unified School District board is reviewing a new evaluation tool that ties the superintendent’s performance to student academic and wellness targets—this approach may change how the superintendent is rated. If approved next month, the board will set goals by mid-January and schedule the first full evaluation for May 2026. KMPH
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Eric Church Concert
11:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of country music with Eric Church and special guest Charles Wesley Godwin.
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The Winehouse Revival Tribute Concert
9 PM — The Howlin Wolf — $10 at the door — Experience the soulful revival of Amy Winehouse's iconic tracks through the stunning vocals of Coco Lamarr.
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The Jins Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Under 21 includes admission ticket + complimentary water — Experience the electrifying energy and unique sound of The Jins as they perform their indie rock hits.
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Fresno State Bulldogs vs. Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Basketball
6-8 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Premium parking available — Catch an exciting college basketball matchup in Fresno.
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The Big Tell Showcase
7-11:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Celebrate Central Valley's stories through captivating local documentaries.
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Fresno State Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. University of New Orleans
6-8 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting basketball clash as the Bulldogs take on the Privateers.
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MANA Concert
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Latin rock legends MANÁ live in Fresno.
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Hoover High Class of 2005 20th Reunion
6-10 p.m. — LOCKED IN — Tickets available — Celebrate two decades of memories with music, food, and fun from the 2000s.
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Emily Marie Lopez Junior Student Recital
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Tickets available online — Experience the vocal talents of junior student Emily Marie Lopez in a delightful recital.
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Fresno State Jazz Festival Night Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — Concert Hall — $15-$25 — Experience a night of captivating jazz featuring Anna Webber and Angela Morris with The Fresno State Jazz Orchestra.
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