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Fresno preservation commissioner sought

Bekins-McClatchy historic home built in 1926
The Fresno mayor's office and city preservation staff are seeking candidates to fill a vacancy on the city's Historic Preservation Commission.

Visalia resident charged in foreclosure rescue scheme

An 11-count indictment was unsealed yesterday charging Juan Curiel, 34, of Visalia, and Santiago Palacios, 44, of Salinas, in a foreclosure rescue scheme, U.S. Attorney Benjamin B. Wagner announced.

Kerman Walmart hiring for 300 new jobs

The Kerman Walmart Supercenter, currently under construction, is hiring 300 associates.With an expected opening later this summer, a Walmart Supercenter in Kerman is taking applications for about 300 associate jobs.

Valley leaders express rail concerns in Fresno

From left, Fresno City Council Member Steve Brandau is joined by Madera County Supervisor David Rogers, Kings County Supervisor Joe Neves and Fresno County Supervisor Phil Larson.Fresno City Council Member Steve Brandau was joined by county supervisors outside of city hall today to express concerns over California's high-speed rail project barreling its way through the Central Valley.

Me-n-Ed's fundraising effort nets $45K

For the past seven months Me-n-Ed’s has collected donations for the presentation of a $22,500 check to the Boys & Girls Club, $11,250 to Catholic Charities and $11,250 to Poverello House.

Fresno Madera Farm Credit hires Hesterberg as CEO

Keith HesterbergFresno Madera Farm Credit has hired Keith Hesterberg to replace retiring president and chief executive officer Tom Brown effective July 1.

Clinic receives immunization award

Family HealthCare Network received the highest provider award from the Central Valley Immunization Coalition on Tuesday for its dedication to improve immunization rates.

Fresno chambers support Measure G

The Greater Fresno Area Chamber, the Fresno Metro Black Chamber and the Fresno Area Hispanic Chamber held a news conference today affirming support of Measure G, the residential waste outsourcing measure on the June 4 ballot.

Ag, local chambers lament ‘job-killer’ legislation

Manuel Cunha with the Nisei Farmers League is flanked by local officials to speak against AB 880Bills from both the State Assembly and Senate regarding employee health care coverage, lawsuit protection and the independent contractor relationship have raised a stir in the local business community.

Clark to head up Fresno's development and resources

Jennifer Clark begins as director of the Development and Resource Management Department for the City of Fresno in early summer..The City of Fresno's two-year search for someone to direct its Development and Resource Management Department is over with the selection of Jennifer Clark of Missouri.