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Central Valley Local Favorite Expanding Its Operations
Central Valley Local Favorite Expanding Its Operations Porterville, CA – On Thursday, January 29, 2026, Stafford’s Chocolates, California’s premier artisan chocolate maker, proudly announced its long-awaited expansion into the Central Valley. “Our expansion into Exeter demonstrates our family’s commitment to this region—coffee brings us together, while chocolate keeps us longer,” said Rob Taylor, owner…
Read MoreCity of Porterville Now Accepting Applications for Military Banner Program
City of Porterville Now Accepting Applications for Military Banner Program Porterville, CA – The City of Porterville is currently accepting nominations for its Military Banner Program, an initiative established in 2016 to honor current and former military personnel who have served the nation and community. The Military Banner Program serves as a public expression…
Read MorePORTERVILLE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTS 6TH CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT, STRENGTHENING LOCAL CONTROL AND SIGNALING THE CITY IS “OPEN FOR BUSINESS”
PORTERVILLE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTS 6TH CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT, STRENGTHENING LOCAL CONTROL AND SIGNALING THE CITY IS “OPEN FOR BUSINESS” Porterville, CA – On Tuesday, the Porterville City Council adopted the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element for the 2023–2031 planning period, concluding a nearly four-year planning and review effort that began in 2022. The adopted Housing…
Read MorePORTERVILLE ARMORY EMERGENCY SHELTER CLOSING AT THE END OF FEBRUARY
PORTERVILLE ARMORY EMERGENCY SHELTER CLOSING AT THE END OF FEBRUARY Porterville, CA – The Porterville Armory, which has served as an emergency shelter since the 2023 flood disaster by providing temporary housing and basic services for displaced individuals and families will be closing at the end of February. As part of the Fiscal Year 2025/2026…
Read MoreCITY OF PORTERVILLE IMPROVES TRAFFIC SAFETY NEAR SCHOOLS WITH SPEED REDUCTION AND NEW MULTI-WAY STOP
CITY OF PORTERVILLE IMPROVES TRAFFIC SAFETY NEAR SCHOOLS WITH SPEED REDUCTION AND NEW MULTI-WAY STOP Porterville, CA – The Porterville City Council has approved a set of traffic safety improvements along Plano Street to reduce speeding and improve circulation in an area heavily used by students and families. The approved actions include lowering the posted…
Read MoreCity of Porterville Now Accepting Applications for Military Banner Program
City of Porterville Now Accepting Applications for Military Banner Program Porterville, CA – The City of Porterville is currently accepting nominations for its Military Banner Program, an initiative established in 2016 to honor current and former military personnel who have served the nation and community. The Military Banner Program serves as a public…
Read MoreCITY OF PORTERVILLE MOVES FORWARD WITH NEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
CITY OF PORTERVILLE MOVES FORWARD WITH NEW PUBLIC LIBRARY Porterville, CA – The Porterville City Council has approved plans for a new 16,765 square foot library. The construction of the brand-new library is an important milestone in a journey that began years ago and reflects the community’s resilience, vision, and commitment to learning. Planning…
Read MoreCITY OF PORTERVILLE APPROVES LANDMARK MONUMENT PROJECT AT VETERANS PARK
CITY OF PORTERVILLE APPROVES LANDMARK MONUMENT PROJECT AT VETERANS PARK Porterville, CA – The City of Porterville is proud to announce City Council approval of a new landmark monument at Veterans Park, a signature project designed to honor America’s history while serving as a centerpiece for two historic milestones, the City’s 100th anniversary as a…
Read MorePORTERVILLE TRANSIT HAS PARTNERED WITH TOKEN TRANSIT TO PROVIDE SEAMLESS FARE COLLECTION FOR RIDERS
PORTERVILLE TRANSIT HAS PARTNERED WITH TOKEN TRANSIT TO PROVIDE SEAMLESS FARE COLLECTION FOR RIDERS Porterville, CA – The Zero-Fare Transit Program concluded on November 30, 2025, to support the City’s transition to in-house management of transit services. Originally approved as a 90-day initiative in 2024, the program was extended multiple times due to delays in…
Read MoreROAD CLOSURE UPDATE: WESTFIELD AVENUE BETWEEN WESTWOOD STREET AND LOMBARDI STREET
ROAD CLOSURE UPDATE: WESTFIELD AVENUE BETWEEN WESTWOOD STREET AND LOMBARDI STREET Porterville, CA – The City is providing an update on the Westfield Avenue improvement project spanning Westwood Street to Lombardi Street. This segment of roadway was closed earlier this summer to allow for the installation of underground utilities, as well as curb, gutter, and…
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