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Fresno
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Fresno Chaffee Zoo euthanized its 31-year-old giraffe, Baba—one of the oldest in the country—on November 21 due to advancing arthritis; she had charmed visitors and raised seven calves during her long life. ABC30
- ➤ Today at Procreation Brewing Co in Fresno, an electronic dance music event supports autism awareness from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., with free admission until 6 p.m. and performances by DJ Basswar, Eternal Grime Raves, Lost Twins, B.K. Simpsons, TarHeart and V3GA. GV Wire
- ➤ Fresno nonprofits were awarded $60,000 through Walmart’s Spark Good program in the second quarter of 2025 to support groups that help women, children, and animals. The Central California Women’s Conference received $7,500 for its annual conference held in September — additional grants were given to Pawsitive Connections, Exceptional Parents Unlimited, and Refuge Aroma. The Business Journal
- ➤ Fresno Chaffee Zoo euthanized Baba, a 31-year-old reticulated giraffe, Friday due to worsening arthritis — she spent 30 years at the zoo and gave birth to seven calves that helped shape the giraffe herd. The Business Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Blackstone Chevrolet is expanding its used-car inventory in Fresno by opening a 300-vehicle lot at the former Office Depot on N. Blackstone Ave (the site was renovated with new lighting and landscaping). The grand opening will be held on Dec. 6. The Business Journal
- ➤ The biggest accounting firms in the Central Valley added 26 new CPAs between 2024 and 2025, with Baker Tilly growing from 34 to 52 CPAs in offices in Fresno, Kings, Madera and Tulare counties—this growth came from staff passing the CPA exam and new hires. The Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jesus Cruz, a senior at Parlier High School, was named this month’s Superintendent’s Superstar for his leadership in ASB and NJROTC. He led school rallies, dances, and started Boys’ Volleyball while planning to join the UCLA NROTC program after he graduates—an honor that means a lot to him and his family. KMPH
- ➤ Fresno State’s Craig School of Business teaches a new class where students run a pop-up store to sell Fresno State-branded apparel and gifts. The first event was held on Oct. 21 and a second event will take place on Dec. 4 at the walkway between the University Student Union and the University Center—students gain real business skills by managing all aspects of the store. The Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ CHP officers and local auto experts warned Fresno drivers to prepare for holiday travel amid thick fog and gridlock traffic. They urged drivers to use low-beam headlights and have their cars checked every 5,000 miles — as enforcement runs from Thanksgiving Eve through Sunday. ABC30
- ➤ Fresno city and county officials announced on Friday the closure of the emergency shelter at the former Motel 6 on Blackstone that housed about 200 residents, as funding for emergency housing was discontinued. Officials said non-profit RH Community Builders moved residents quickly to a new site & the change is part of a city plan to build permanent housing and phase out emergency shelters by 2028. ABC30
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Inspire Health opened a new primary care office at 2176 Shaw Ave in Clovis—adding two doctors, a surgeon, and a nurse practitioner to expand care and train new physicians. Clovis Mayor Vong Mouanoutoua said the facility, the group’s first in decades, will improve health access in the community. GV Wire
- ➤ Community Cancer Institute in Clovis received a $9 million grant from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine to build a new care center on the Clovis Community Medical Center campus — the 2000-square-foot facility will house a lab for cellular and gene therapy to expand treatments in the Central Valley. ABC30
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brandon Ramirez will block, run, and open new plays for Fresno State in today's game against Utah State at Valley Children's Stadium at 7:30 p.m.—his versatility helps keep opponents guessing. Coach Matt Entz said Ramirez fills both blocking and running roles as needed—making him a key asset for the Bulldogs. GV Wire
- ➤ Jason De La Cruz, a senior running back at Orosi, scored four touchdowns to help his team reach the Division VI semifinals. He was ranked first in the section and fourth in California in total rushing yards—coming back strong after missing his junior season with a broken fibula and tibia. ABC30
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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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SAVE FERRIS Happy Skalidaze Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets starting at $31.83 — Experience the high-octane ska sounds of Save Ferris in Fresno.
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A LONDON SYMPHONY featuring the Fresno State Symphony Orchestra
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Concert Hall — $15.00 - $25.00 — Experience timeless classics from Beethoven and Dvořák alongside Vaughan Williams' epic London Symphony.
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The Slackers Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Fulton 55 — Tickets available — Experience The Slackers' vibrant mix of ska, rocksteady, reggae, and more.
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Hobo Johnson and The Lovemakers Anniversary Tour
7-9:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Tickets starting at $36.98 — Celebrate Hobo Johnson's musical journey with an emotionally charged performance in Fresno.
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Chicago State Cougars at Fresno State Bulldogs Women's Basketball
5-7 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Reserved parking available — Catch the thrilling women's basketball matchup as the Cougars take on the Bulldogs.
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The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit - The Concert
4-5:30 p.m. — Warnors Theatre — Tickets starting at $64 — Experience the epic scores of Middle-earth live in concert.
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