Press Releases
Free Hospitality Industry Seminar Planned
Free Hospitality Industry Seminar Planned Porterville, CA – March 21, 2024 The Sequoia Tourism Council, a collaborative of Tulare County chambers, cities, convention bureaus, The National Park Service, and the US Forest Service is offering a seminar for local businesses involved in the hospitality and retail industries. The seminar, coined Concierge College, happens on Tuesday,…
Read MoreKaweah Health announces match day results, welcomes next class of residents
Kaweah Health announces match day results, welcomes next class of residents FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 15, 2024  VISALIA – Kaweah Health has selected its next class of residents for its six residency programs, which will join the organization’s 133 resident physicians in serving the community this summer. The 49 new residents learned of their…
Read MorePorterville Skatepark Grand Reopening
Porterville Skatepark Grand Reopening FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 13, 2024 The City of Porterville will be having a grand reopening event for the Porterville Skatepark this Thursday, March 14, 2024 beginning at 4:00 PM! The event will be featuring a demonstration by pro skater, Dylan Williams, along with giveaways by Impact Skateshop and Spohn Ranch…
Read MoreSequoia National Forest OHV grant proposal available for public review
Sequoia National Forest OHV grant proposal available for public review For Immediate Release Tuesday, March 05, 2024 The Sequoia National Forest has submitted a grant application with the California State Parks Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division. The Ground Operations proposal seeks $998,660.50 and the Law Enforcement proposal seeks $144,000. Sequoia National Forest’s Restoration proposal seeks…
Read MoreMiracle Hot Springs Closure
Miracle Hot Springs Closure KERNVILLE, CA., Friday, February 26, 2024— News Release by Amy Masi Sequoia National Forest, Kern River Ranger District KERNVILLE, CA., Friday, February 26, 2024— News Release by Amy Masi Due to public health and safety concerns, Miracle Hot Springs will be closed indefinitely. After the 2023 winter and spring flooding on…
Read MoreBank of the Sierra Announces $4 Million Sierra Grant Donation Milestone
Bank of the Sierra Announces $4 Million Sierra Grant Donation Milestone For Immediate Release February 23,2024 Contact: Mitchell Lee, AVP, Communications Manager Matthew Hessler, SVP, Director of Marketing Phone: (559) 782-4900 or (888) 454-BANK NASDAQ Symbol: BSRR Website Address: www.bankofthesierra.com Bank of the Sierra Announces $4 Million Sierra Grant Donation Milestone, Awarded $325K to Nonprofits…
Read MoreWhiskey Flat Trail Community Meeting
Whiskey Flat Trail Community Meeting KERNVILLE, CA., Tuesday, February 20, 2024 — The Whiskey Flat Trail in the Kern River Ranger District has been a beloved part of the community for many decades. Recreation Officer Eric Lundgren will host a community meeting on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 6 pm in the large conference room…
Read MoreCity of Porterville Focused General Plan Update
City of Porterville Focused General Plan Update February 14, 2024 At the February 6, 2024, Porterville City Council meeting, a representative for Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group provided a brief summary presentation on the policy review papers of the Public Health & Safety Element and Environmental Justice Element of the City’s 2030 General Plan. The…
Read MoreRemembering Our Heroes
Remembering Our Heroes Saturday February 17th 2024 9:30 AM Punching for Patrick and Ray. Join us as we come together to pay tribute to two heroes who made the ultimate scrifice in the line of duty. This event will honor thier bravery, dedication and selflessness. Gloves For Grief is a 501c3 charity that is partenering…
Read MoreContinuing Upper Kern Rx Burn
Continuing Upper Kern Rx Burn KERNVILLE, CA., Wednesday, January 24, 2024 — KERNVILLE, CA., Wednesday, January 24, 2024 — Fire managers in the Kern River Ranger District will continue the Upper Kern Rx Burn today, Wednesday, January 24, and tomorrow, Thursday, January 25. Last week a total of 50 piles for 10 acres were accomplished…
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