The Nutrition Coalition alleges there is a serious threat to the integrity and trustworthiness of the nation’s federal nutrition policy. The coalition released earlier this week, allegations made by one or more members of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, under the direction of the Department of Agriculture. The coalition expressed concerns about the committee’s…… MORE
July 4th Fireworks Event at Bass Lake Canceled
(photo courtesy: Bass Lake Chamber of Commerce) (KMJ) – The Bass Lake Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announce the cancellation of its 2020 July 4th fireworks event due to concerns over COVID-19. “It is with a lot of sadness and heartfelt discussion with community leaders and business partners that the Bass Lake Chamber…… MORE
PTA Treasurer Accused of Stealing Thousands from Valley Elementary School
(Photo courtesy: Fresno County Sheriff’s Office) (KMJ) – Detectives with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office arrest a 30-year old Fresno woman for allegedly embezzling $27,000 from a Sanger Unified Elementary School. Sandy Rojas served as the PTA treasurer at Lone Star Elementary School. But staff at that school filed a report stating she stole thousands…… MORE
Ag Economy Barometer Improves
After a sharp drop in March and April, farmer sentiment in May improved slightly. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose to 103, seven points higher than April. However, the index remained almost 40 points below its all-time high of 168 that was set in February of this year. The people behind this…… MORE
Virus Concerns Prompt Cancellation of Central CA Women’s Conference
(KMJ) – For the first time in its 33-year history, the Central California Women’s Conference has canceled its yearly event in Downtown Fresno. This week, the conference’s board of directors decided, after much deliberation, to cancel the event due to the coronavirus pandemic. They add this move is being made for the safety of everyone…… MORE
Tulare County Sheriff Clarifies Controversial Tweets
(KMJ) – The Sheriff of Tulare County posts a video message in response to recent (now-deleted) tweets that expressed his frustration over nationwide protests and riots. Sheriff Mike Boudreaux says he sincerely apologizes to anyone he may have offended. But, he wants to make it clear his intention was never to offend anyone. Instead he says…… MORE
Madera County Sheriff Signs Off For Final Time
(Photo courtesy: Madera County Sheriff’s Office) (KMJ) – Tuesday, Madera County Sheriff Jay Varney signed off for the final time. The 37-year law enforcement veteran has spent the last six years as Sheriff. But he announced his intention to retire earlier this year. Below is the full sign-off message for Sheriff Varney, which includes a…… MORE
CA Panel Orders Judge Removed for Sexual Misconduct
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A California agency tasked with disciplining judges has ordered an appellate court justice removed from office because of years of misconduct, including unwanted touching of women and undignified behavior. The Commission on Judicial Performance said in a statement Tuesday that the misconduct of Jeffrey W. Johnson of the 2nd District Court…… MORE
Alfredo Robles
The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office most wanted person of the week is: Alfredo Robles of San Joaquin. A judge has issued a warrant for failing to appear in court on charges of fraud and identity theft. Fresno County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a convenience store located at the corner of Colorado and 9th Street in…… MORE
China Halts Buying Some Ag Products
China is halting imports of some U.S. agricultural products through state-run agricultural companies. The move comes as a response to tensions between the U.S. and China regarding Hong Kong. Bloomberg News reports state-owned traders Cofco and Sinograin were ordered to suspend purchases. The action is the latest by China, which puts a trade agreement…… MORE
