(KMJ) The Clayton Fire burning in Lake County, California has charred thousands of acres and destroyed more than 175 structures around the town of Lower Lake. No people have been killed in the wildfire, however many pets have perished. Cal Fire officials say mandatory evacuations have been ordered along Morgan Valley Road, North Spruce Grove…… MORE
Dealing With Decades of Synthetic Fertilizer Use
FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — The use of synthetic fertilizers by farmers poses a risk to water quality in the valley, and could exacerbate respiratory issues. The UC Davis Agriculture Sustainability Institute’s latest study found that California generates about 1.8 million tons of nitrogen each year, half of which comes agriculture. An estimated 419,000 tons end up in…… MORE
Grizzlies/Astros Marriage Continues – For Another 2 Years
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – It will continue to be business as usual for the Houston Astros and the Fresno Grizzlies – at least for another two years. The MLB club and minor league AAA affiliate re-upped for another two seasons on Saturday. That means Growlifornia will house future Astros through at least 2018. “(The Grizzlies’…… MORE
Swearengin Named CEO of the Central Valley Community Foundation
(KMJ) After she wraps up her 8th year in the Mayor’s office, Ashley Swearengin will take over the Central Valley Community Foundation. “The Central Valley Community Foundation is an incredibly important organization in our region. For almost 50 years, the Foundation has been dedicated to improving the lives of the people in this area,” said…… MORE
West Coast Port Workers Agree to Discuss Contract Extension
The International Longshore and Warehouse Union delegates last week voted to discuss a contract extension with the Pacific Maritime Association. Pro Farmer reports an extension would spare shippers the prospect of another round of long delays, which were seen at the biggest West Coast ports from mid-2014 to February 2015. The vote is welcome…… MORE
Rio: Prandini & Stevens Advance to Semifinals
(KMJ) Jenna Prandini’s dreams for Olympic gold will continue. The Clovis High grad won her first race on Monday in Rio, advancing to the semifinals in the women’s 200 with a race time of 22.62. Deajah Stevens, who starred at the College of the Seqouias, also qualified for the semi’s with a time of 22.45.…… MORE
Visalia Drive By Shooting Kills 1, Wounds 2
(KMJ) Visalia PD is investigating a deadly drive-by shooting. Officers say the gunfire erupted around 3:20am Saturday outside a home on South Woodland Street. Two people were struck outside while a third victim was hit by a stray bullet while sleeping inside. No arrests have been made and no suspects have been identified. Authorities have…… MORE
Aaron Judge Homers in First MLB At Bat, Makes History
(KMJ) Fresno State alum Aaron Judge made Major League Baseball history on Saturday when he went deep in his first big league at bat for the NY Yankees. The Yankees also called up top prospect Tyler Austin along with Judge. In Austin’s first MLB at bat, he too hit a home run, just prior to…… MORE
Fresno State Marks 10 Million Hours Of Community Service
FRESNO (KMJ) – Fresno State marks 10 million hours of community service in 10 years. There are more than 40 university programs offering service to the community with an estimated economic impact of over $33 million dollars. The school’s “Jan and Bud Richter Center for Community Engagement and Service-learning” allows students the opportunity to do…… MORE
Musical Equipment Stolen From Clovis North High School
FRESNO (KMJ) – Fresno Police are looking for a former Clovis West High School student after thousand dollars of music equipment was stolen from the school. A Northeast patrol officer was dispatched to Clovis North High School at 2770 E. International Avenue on August 11th. Lt Joe Gomez says 32 years old Theodore Margosian and another…… MORE
