Navy: Missing plane wreckage found off Texas coast Nov 17, 2009
Almost three years after a glacier 70 miles east of Fresno surrendered the first of two mummified airmen, their 66-year-old crash remains one of many enduring aviation mysteries in the sprawling Sierra Nevada ... We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee ... Contents of this site are Copyright The Fresno Bee. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Fight on between fish protectors, AK mine backers Nov 17, 2009
Family strikes 'gold' a short drive from Fresno ... The Gold Gulch Museum is a true gem and it's definitely worth the short drive outside of Fresno ... We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Madera council OKs new travel policy Nov 17, 2009
By Chris Collins / The Fresno Bee Text Size ... Fresno council bans trashing tapes of meetings ... Saying it was nobody's fault that 16 years of their tape-recorded meetings were recently destroyed, Fresno City Council members voted Thursday to make sure it never happens again. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Shaw, Clovis avenues reopen after gas leaks Nov 17, 2009
Broken gas line clears SW Fresno school. A preschool in southwest Fresno was evacuated after a nearby gas line was ruptured Friday, the Fresno Fire Department said ... 6:30 p.m.: Clovis Avenue between Tulare Avenue and Kings Canyon Road reopened to traffic 20 minutes ago, the Fresno Fire Department reports. (Fresno Bee)
Pro-Cuba embargo money flows to lawmakers Nov 16, 2009
Garibay, a Realtor, also loves his adopted hometown and says he wants to 00004000 help Fresno become a place where everyone is treated equally ... A West Hollywood-based pro-labor political action committee has amassed a $750,000 campaign war chest to run independent campaigns in support of Fresno mayoral hopeful Henry T. Perea and three other candidates involved in Southern California races ... The eye-popping amount has Fresno's political circles buzzing, and the Lincoln Club of Fresno County,... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Dutch drivers to pay tax on road time, not on car Nov 14, 2009
Fresno vehicle impound fees have some crying foul. With its tough approach to traffic violators, Fresno charges drivers more to recover impounded cars than do similar-sized cities, a review by The Fresno Bee has found ... "It's just another example of our local government going after the people that can least afford it," said Chris Mathys, president of the Valley Taxpayers Coalition and a former Fresno City Council member. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Previewing The Invading Idaho Vandals Nov 14, 2009
The Vandals currently own the fourth-place slot in the Western Athletic Conference rankings with a 4-2 conference record (7-3 overall), right behind Nevada, Boise State, and Fresno State. The 2009 "Akey's Army" are led by third-year head coach Rob Akey (10-25 overall), who has been able to turn last year's 2-10 team into a winning 7-3 bowl eligible squad, earning this year's CBSSports. (BroncoCountry.com)
Colorado parents plead guilty in balloon boy saga Nov 14, 2009
balloon boy parents to plead guilty - Updates - Fresnobee ... One of the longest and costliest cases in Fresno County history ended Wednesday when two founders of a nonprofit agency admitted to embezzling money meant for abused and neglected children ... Their attorneys said Bernard wiped tears from her eyes as she pleaded no contest in Fresno County Superior Court to two felony charges -- theft by embezzlement and tax evasion. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Survivor says fatal Ore. van crash like 'dream' Nov 14, 2009
van crash like 'dream' - National Wire - Fresnobee ... At Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in west-central Fresno, it's listed in the church's bulletin as "peace" -- and parishioners take it to the extreme ... Fresno hosts popular Southern gospel concerts. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Army study: Mental health staff lacking in Afghanistan Nov 14, 2009
We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee ... Contents of this site are Copyright The Fresno Bee. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Dogs Remain on the Road, Travel to... Nov 14, 2009
Fresno State Official Athletic Site ... Fresno State (6-3, 5-1 WAC) vs Nevada (6-3, 5-0 WAC) Date: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 Kickoff: 1 p.m. PT Site: Mackay Stadium (29,993); Reno, Nevada Radio: KMJ (AM 580); Bulldog Live (11 a.m.) Countdown to Kickoff (Noon) Play-by-Play: Paul Loeffler; Analyst: ; Sideline: Steve Gonzalez ESPN Deportes (1600 AM) in Spanish Play-by-Play: Erwin Higueros; Analysts: Raul Rios and Jesse Beltran Television: Bulldog Sports Network (KAIL, Comcast 13) Play-by-Play: Ralph... (Gobulldogs.com)
Softball Signs Five Players Nov 13, 2009
Keller also considered Washington and Fresno State before signing with Louisville. Coach on Katie Keller "Katie Keller comes to us from Northern California and has a wealth of experience from playing on one of the top teams in the country. She is a very talented middle infielder with a great glove. Katie is also an accomplished hitter and will bring power to our lineup which is something we are looking for in this class.". (Uoflsports.com)
Men's Basketball opens season with first-ever m... Nov 13, 2009
The Classic represents five different Division I conferences including the West Coast (Santa Clara), the Mountain West (San Diego State), Big Sky (Northern Arizona), Big West (Pacific) and WAC (Fresno State). The West Coast Classic is considered one of the first of its kind because each school gets to host two home games. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Women's Basketball Opens Season at Saint Mary's then heads to No. 18 Cal Nov 13, 2009
Videbeck competed for Idaho State in the 2007-08 season and played for Chandler Community College and Fresno State previously. Idaho State returns three Bengals who started for Idaho State: Iacovita, Diehl and before her ACL tear at Montana State ended her season. (Isubengals.com)
San Diego Great Dane named world's tallest dog Nov 13, 2009
Guinness says San Diego dog is world's tallest - Odd News - Fresnobee ... We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee ... Contents of this site are Copyright The Fresno Bee. (Fresno Bee)
Bobblehead gets a Valley tour but is shut out of Jay-Z show Nov 13, 2009
By Mike Osegueda / The Fresno Bee Text Size ... Fresno rapper Fashawn's CD earns broad praise ... For much of the past year, Fresno rapper Fashawn has been building the r. (Fresno Bee)
Schwarzenegger to visit U.S. troops in Iraq Nov 12, 2009
Governor will visit U.S. troops in Iraq - Capitol and California - Fresnobee ... The governor told The Fresno Bee editorial board Monday they should stay in Sacramento to overhaul the state's tax structure "rather than go on trips all over the world which they will do in November." ... We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Deal with Safeway a boon for Hanford firm Nov 12, 2009
By Bill McEwen / The Fresno Bee Text Size ... Fresno County dairy operator Jamie Bledsoe says he's proud of how he cares for his animals ... They are among 12 stores the company expects to eventually open in Fresno, Reedley and Lemoore. (Fresno Bee)
Gauchos Open Season vs. Fresno State Nov 11, 2009
The Schedule Friday, November 13, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. UC Santa Barbara vs. Fresno State (0-0) at UCSB's Thunderdome (6,000) Series record vs. the Bulldogs - 8-19 Streak - Lost 2 Last time out vs. the Bulldogs - L, 71-54 (11/20/08) Broadcast live on AM 990 and streaming live online Game broadcast on Game available on ... The first 250 students to the Gauchos' opening game on Friday vs. Fresno State will receive a free women's basketball Gameday T-shirt ... Lid Lifters After opening with a 63-54... (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Hanford HIV clinic open till July Nov 11, 2009
By Lewis Griswold / The Fresno Bee Text Size ... The public health clinic in Hanford is taking steps to end its successful HIV treatment program by the end of October, and the program's 40 or so patients will have to go elsewhere for treatment -- most likely to Fresno ... The clinic on South Elm Avenue is another step in rebuilding the community health center network in Fresno, said Clinica Chief Executive Steve Schilling. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Plane from Fresno forced to land in Sacramento Nov 11, 2009
A Fresno-to-Seattle flight has made an emergency landing at Sacramento International Airport after the jet experienced problems with its left engine ... Horizon Air spokeswoman Jen Boyer says Flight 2530 departed Fresno at 7:20 a.m. with 25 passengers on board ... 82% of Fresno flights arrive on time. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
A mother's guide to drinking Nov 11, 2009
We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee ... Student rally and walkout at Fresno State ... Cleanup at former homeless camp in downtown Fresno. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Fashionistas in training: Stylist shares her knowledge of fashion in classes geared toward younger set Nov 11, 2009
In 1996, The Fresno Bee launched an annual feature to honor the best and brightest students in the Central Valley. Judges -- teachers and newspaper staff members -- selected a dozen "Academic All-Stars," one for each of the 12 grade levels. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Woman drives into aquarium at Tampa airport Nov 11, 2009
News briefs: Alleged shooter in Fresno captured in New Jersey. A man was booked into a New Jersey jail over the weekend for alleged involvement in a shooting at a Fresno restaurant two weeks ago that seriously injured one of the owners ... He was booked on suspicion of being a fugitive from California after a shooting in Fresno seriously injured Corina Hernandez, 40, of Clovis, a co-owner of Corina's Super Mercado and Taqueria near Willow Avenue and Kings Canyon Road. (Fresno Bee)
Family travel five: Start a new chapter in your travels Nov 10, 2009
New to the world of books this week in Fresno are the novel version of K. Raven Rozier s screenplay about a child with multiple personalities and the re-release of a book about Corcoran State Prison s most noted inmate, Charles Manson ... 99) Fresno s K. Raven Rozier s new book looks at the true story of a young boy with more than 400 personalities and his family s efforts to deal with the boy s secrets ... The story was originally written as a screenplay to be shot in Fresno in 2007. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Tomey Takes Blame For Spartans' Struggles Nov 10, 2009
They played very competitively against Nevada, against Fresno, (and) against Texas A. The Spartans have won the previous three meetings against the Utah State Aggies, including a narrow 23-20, come from behind victory the last time they visited Logan in 2007. (SpartanThunder.com)
Marathon organizers steer clear of major disruptions Nov 10, 2009
By Jim Guy / The Fresno Bee Text Size ... EDITORIAL: Be aware of runners on Fresno-area roads today ... The Amgen Tour of California apparently won't be wheeling its way to Clovis and Fresno next year, in part because race organizers were unable to cut a deal with the federal government to include Yosemite National Park in the event. (Fresno Bee)
Local briefs: Fowler court branch to be topic of meeting Nov 9, 2009
Local briefs: Fowler court branch to be topic of meeting - Local - Fresnobee ... Fresno meeting to discuss medical school for Valley ... Fresno County residents will have a chance to offer ideas and suggestions about plans for a medical school in Merced at a meeting Tuesday evening. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Clovis sign to get a face-lift Nov 9, 2009
By Marc Benjamin / The Fresno Bee Text Size ... A historic structure that once belonged to Fresno scraper inventor James Porteous is the newest home of the Fresno Wedding Chapel ... A historic structure that once belonged to Fresno scraper inventor James Porteous is the newest home of the Fresno Wedding Chapel. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Ways students can save Nov 8, 2009
About 300 students from local high schools gathered Thursday at Fresno City College's gymnasium to participate in the Extreme Entrepreneurship Tour ... I read with interest the article concerning the diversion of funds to the athletic department at Fresno State ... At Fresno City College, the general education classes are impacted. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Feds seize 15 pounds of crystal meth on OC freeway Nov 8, 2009
Richard Norton, 47, of Fresno was arrested Monday on suspicion of embezzlement, but he posted $5,000 bail to get out of jail, Police Chief Jerry Dyer said Friday at a news conference ... A traffic stop in Fresno led to the arrest Wednesday of two men on gun and drug charges and violation of parole ... Officer Rick Williams pulled the men over near Crystal Avenue and Fountain Way in west-central Fresno about 5 p.m. When one of the men tried to run away, Williams caught him, Sgt. Douglas Zavala... (Fresno Bee -- State)
Murder case a glimpse into stresses of caretaking Nov 8, 2009
Prosecution rests in death of Fresno mother ... Herren, a 59-year-old retired railroad worker without a criminal record, is on trial in Fresno County Superior Court accused of killing Chai Xiong, a 29-year-old juvenile correctional officer ... The man suffered severe facial injuries and is being treated at Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
EDITORIAL: Be aware of runners on Fresno-area roads today Nov 8, 2009
Several north Fresno and Clovis streets will be busier and more congested than usual Sunday during the central San Joaquin Valley's first marathon in nearly a decade ... A complete list of road closures and times can be found on the city of Fresno Web site at www ... Comment on this editorial by going to fresnobee. (Fresno Bee)
Stop signs to replace signals for 4 weeks Nov 8, 2009
The Fresno Bee Text Size ... A 27-year-old man was taken into custody in connection with the theft of two cars Tuesday morning, the Fresno County Sheriff's Office reported ... The man fought with deputies trying to arrest him and was subdued by a Fresno police officer using an electronic stun device. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
No. 5 Gamecocks Defeat No. 10 Fresno State 14-5 Nov 8, 2009
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. - The South Carolina equestrian team defeated visiting No.10 Fresno State 14-5 at One Wood Farm on Saturday ... Biffle defeated Fresno State's Christa Beezely 74-70 ... 5-62 and freshman out-rode Fresno State's Rebecca Barnes 70. (Uscsports.com)
Shell Oil to pay $19.5M in environmental fines Nov 7, 2009
5M in environmental fines - 24 Hour Business - Fresnobee ... Thirty Shell gasoline stations in Fresno, Kings and Tulare counties are among those included in a $19 ... The local stations -- in Clovis, Fresno, Kingsburg, Selma, Kettleman City, Tulare and Visalia -- are among more than 1,600 in the state that are subject to requirements for improved monitoring and maintenance of underground tanks, better employee training and improved recordkeeping. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Lobo Notes Vs. UNLV Nov 7, 2009
UNLV REBELS Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Conference: Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Head Coach: Mario Sanchez (Fresno State, `99) Record at UNLV: 23-39-9 (4) Career Record: Same Starters Returning/Lost: 5/7 Lettermen Returning/Lost: 10/13 2008 Record: 8-9-1 2008 Conference Record: 3-7-0 (T-5th) NM vs. UNLV: 16-8-0 Last Time: UNLV won 3-2 in Sacramento (10-17-08) Web Site: UNLVRebels. com. (Golobos.com)
GameDay Tailgating Nov 7, 2009
By Daniel Lyght / The Fresno Bee Text Size ... Wylie and Bernardi update: Fresno State coach Pat Hill said Friday that receiver/punt returner Devon Wylie is a game-time decision and center Joe Bernardi will start today against Utah State ... There have been at least six hamstring injuries at Fresno State the past two seasons. (Fresno Bee)
David Cook, the American Idol winner, performs at Table Mountain Nov 7, 2009
David Cook, the American Idol winner, performs at Table Mountain - Entertainment - Fresnobee ... By Mike Osegueda / The Fresno Bee Text Size ... The group stops in Fresno on Tuesday night to sing and dance at the Tower Theatre. (Fresno Bee)
Toddler Burned In Fireplace Nov 7, 2009
"Even if it was for one person, to have the burn center here in Bakersfield was worth the money put into it. We would have had to travel to Fresno or Los Angeles to get the same top quality care," said Jennifer. Family and friend are calling Wyatt a hero and say had he not gotten to his little brother, those burns could have be a lot worse and even possibly died. (KERO 23, CA)
Tip-toe into the holiday season Nov 7, 2009
They were originally slated to perform in Fresno, but wanted to come to Hanford instead after they discovered another ballet company was performing "The Nutcracker" in Fresno. Humason jumped at the opportunity and coincidentally he already had the special type of rubber flooring, known as "Marley" flooring, that is ideal for ballet. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
No. 10 Dogs Drop Match to No. 2 Georgia Nov 7, 2009
Fresno State Official Athletic Site ... Fresno State continues a two-match road swing at No. 5 South Carolina on Saturday ... Georgia improved to 5-1 on the season while Fresno State fell to 1-3. (Gobulldogs.com)
Sheboygan man tries to sell the rights to his name Nov 6, 2009
It seems that at almost every corner in this small farming town on the eastern outskirts of Fresno County there is something named after its longtime mayor, Victor Lopez, or a relative ... We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee ... Student rally and walkout at Fresno State. (Fresno Bee)
Man fined for 911 call over missing McDonald's OJ Nov 6, 2009
Blaze erupts in central Fresno home, killing woman. An elderly woman died Friday afternoon in a house fire in central Fresno, the Fire Department said ... We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee. (Fresno Bee)
KVPT adds the channel Create TV Nov 6, 2009
By Rick Bentley / The Fresno Bee Text Size ... The Mexico native comes to Fresno after working for the Telemundo affiliate in the Phoenix/Tucson market ... The production team for the ABC reality series Supernanny will be in Fresno over the next few weeks. (Fresno Bee)
San Jose approves guidelines in trying cut deficit Nov 6, 2009
Fresno Co. cities win zone status. Ten rural cities and several unincorporated areas of Fresno County have been designated California Enterprise Zones, which could spark economic growth in some of the Valley's poorest regions ... Fresno County's application was one of 23 approved last week by the California Department of Housing and Community Development. (Fresno Bee -- State)
J.J. Lasley: Keepin It Real (Estate) Nov 5, 2009
That took me up to Fresno. Then I got into the commercial side of it and was doing commercial deals in downtown South Central ( Los Angeles ) and Koreatown. (TheBootleg.com)
Rankings of all 120 FBS teams Nov 4, 2009
Idaho (7-2) BUZZ: The Vandals can further enhance their reputation if they can beat Fresno State this weekend. NEXT: Saturday, vs. Fresno State. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
'Dogs Travel to Hawai'i Nov 4, 2009
Fresno State Official Athletic Site ... Fresno State remains fourth in the WAC standings ... - After an impressive showing against No. 3 Hawai'i last week in Fresno, the 'Dogs look to upset the Rainbow Wahine on Friday as they travel to the Stan Sheriff Center for a 9 p.m. PST match in Honolulu. (Gobulldogs.com)
VERNEL E. JOHNSON 1919-2009 Nov 4, 2009
and sister Edryce Johnson of Fresno, Calif. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years Mary Louise Burks Johnson; his middle son William Douglas Johnson; his father Oscar Johnson; his mother Erna Johnson; and his oldest brother Loren Johnson. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Dogs Headed for the Dome Nov 4, 2009
Fresno State Official Athletic Site ... Fresno State will take on Idaho in a big nationlly televised WAC clash in Moscow, Idaho ... Fresno State (5-3, 4-1 WAC) vs Idaho (7-2, 4-1 WAC) Date: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009 Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. PT Site: Kibbie Dome (16,000); Moscow, Idaho Radio: KMJ (AM 580); Bulldog Live (5 p.m.) Countdown to Kickoff (6:30 p.m.) Play-by-Play: Paul Loeffler; Analyst: Ralph Wood; Sideline: Steve Gonzalez ESPN Deportes (1600 AM) in Spanish Play-by-Play: Erwin Higueros;... (Gobulldogs.com)
Path of the Pros: Aaron Rowand Nov 3, 2009
Catcher skipped Double-A, dominated at San Jose, Fresno. MLB Headlines. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Aggies still have plenty to play for Nov 3, 2009
Igboeli didn t even travel to Fresno State, while Brindley warmed up prior to the game, but couldn t give it a go ... It was early and he ends up getting a flying leg into the head on a tackle, so he had to go out, Andersen said of Murphy, a native of Fresno, Calif ... Senior place-kicker Chris Ulinski, normally reliable for the Aggies, missed two field goals in USU s 31-27 loss to Fresno State last Saturday. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Family travel five: Resorts offer snowballs, tubing and other family fun Nov 3, 2009
Team Hammer Frogs included Lori Cherry and Jeanine Spence of Fresno, Rebecca Rising of Sanger and Jennie Phillips of Danville ... We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee ... Student rally and walkout at Fresno State. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Performing Diaspora Festival - beyond tradition Nov 2, 2009
This ambitious new festival - which brings together artists from the Bay Area, Fresno and the Los Angeles/Pasadena area - has been as much about the process of creating the works as about the produced pieces that will be on the stage over the next three weekends. The very word "diaspora" is loaded with meanings, and CounterPulse Executive Director Jessica Robinson Love and Laura Elaine Ellis, who curated the selection of artists along with Sherwood Chen and Debbie Smith, both acknowledge the... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Spartans Hungry For The Upset Nov 2, 2009
Oct 17, 2009 at Fresno State L 35495. TEAM STATISTICS SJSU OPP. (BroncoCountry.com)
Couple sue neighbors over backyard smoking Nov 2, 2009
A Fresno police officer was cleared Wednesday of wrongdoing by a federal jury after a neighbor filed a civil rights lawsuit that accused him of harassment. The 8-0 decision by a federal civil jury -- which also cleared the city of Fresno -- is the latest saga in a long-running feud between Brian Twedt, the officer, and his neighbor, Holly Louen, who for years lived across the street from each other in an upscale, gated north Clovis subdivision ... Prosecutors are on the verge of filing criminal... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Fall Season Comes To A Close At Pacific Nov 2, 2009
Other teams competing this week at Pacific include BYU, Cal Sate Fullerton, Cal State Northridge, Denver, Fresno State, Kansas State, Oregon, Sacramento State, San Jose State, Saint Mary's and host Pacific ... Oregon, ranked No. 29 by Golfweek, is the highest ranked team in the tournament with No. 47 Fresno State, No. 51 Kansas State and No. 71 UC Davis also in the top 100. (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Swine flu kills 24-year-old man in Tulare County Nov 1, 2009
Information from: The Fresno Bee, http://www ... We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee ... Student rally and walkout at Fresno State. (Fresno Bee -- State)
'Dogs look to outrun Aggies Oct 31, 2009
Dogs look to outrun Aggies - Sports - Fresnobee ... Fresno State excels at Utah State's weakness ... By Daniel Lyght / The Fresno Bee Text Size. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Study Finds Americans Are Using Less Water Oct 31, 2009
(October 30, 2009)--A new study finds that Americans are using less water per person now than at any time since the mid-1950s. Experts say the decline in use is the result of water-saving technologies and a nationwide push to safeguard dwindling supplies. (KWTX.com, TX)
Newsman shares how assignment left impact Oct 30, 2009
Originally published in The Fresno Bee and on FresnoBee ... Lee Brand wasn't too happy when he learned Fresno Mayor Alan Autry had appointed Garry Bredefeld to the city's new Utility Commission ... 1) news anchor Kevin Walsh has covered thousands of stories working as a reporter in Honolulu, Fresno, Philadelphia and now Boston. (Fresno Bee)
Spartans Face A Daunting Challenge In Boise Oct 30, 2009
Taking Eliapos spot will be sophomore , who Tomey pointed out as having played very well in the second half of the Fresno State game, despite his not having played the guard position previously ... Thus far, the Spartans FBS opponents have been USC (6-1), Utah (6-1), Stanford (5-3), Idaho (6-2), and Fresno State (4-3); with Boise State (7-0) and a surging (4-3) team (riding a four-game win streak) coming up ... Stanford needs one more victory to be bowl eligible, and the remaining... (SpartanThunder.com)
Central Valley near the bottom for income Oct 29, 2009
The Central Valley s agriculture production led by Fresno and Tulare counties tops $20 billion-plus per year, from table grapes in Kern County to the rice fields in Yolo County. But the agriculture-dependent economy fails to generate higher-paying jobs, a problem that has plagued the region for generations. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Losing precious memories Oct 29, 2009
A few years ago, when the Woodward Park Branch of the Fresno County Library system opened, I was very pleased to have dedicated quiet rooms in which to do some work ... We encourage a free and open exchange of ideas in a climate of mutual respect, but any post that violates someone's right to use and enjoy fresnobee ... Student rally and walkout at Fresno State. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
