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Community organizations will be hosting a candidate forum
The Dolores Huerta Foundation and a collaboration of other organizations are hosting a candidate forum 6:00 p.m
Fresno State’s Parent University program brings free online classes to local parents
California State University Fresno is partnering with local school districts in California, including the Arvin Union School District, to bring free online classes to parents.
It’s okay to ask for help: Health professionals discuss the rise in teen depression
As the world attempts to return to a sense of normalcy after the pandemic, the shift is not that easy for some teens.
Kern County school officials comment on California teacher shortage
As students have made their way back to the classroom and met their new teachers this school year, Kern County faces an important issue — its lack of teachers.
California lawmakers approve 3200ft setbacks for new and existing wells
On August 31, Senate Bill (SB) 1137, a bill that will prevent new permits for oil and gas drilling within a 3,200-feet comprehensive health and safety zone, was voted 25-10 by Senators to advance to the Governor’s desk.
California enters state of emergency due to extreme heat
As of August 31, California is in a “state of emergency” due to extreme heat according to Governor Gavin Newsom’s office.
Arvin High School students speak about school culture after COVID
Arvin High School, like many other schools, are striving to bring back and rebrand their school culture and spirit by increasing the excitement of coming to school after the events of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Community members reveal why they got vaccinated
A free community vaccine clinic took place in Wasco on Sunday, allowing those aged five to 60 to receive their COVID-19 vaccine if they hadn’t already.
Free COVID-19 home testing kits set to set to stop due to lack of funding
The United States government is ending its free at-home COVID-19 testing kits in September due to the lack of funding.
Brighter Bites is helping low income families get nutrition education
Brighter Bites is a non-profit organization that focuses on three pillars: nutrition education, produce distribution, and fun food experience.