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July 17, 2023 - The joy of cooking is what Maryam Cooke feels when she makes food at home for her family and friends.

Cooke is hoping to share that same joy with foster kids that are under the caring wing of CASA, or Court Appointed Special Advocates.

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Cooke is one of the many advocates with the association that serves foster children in Fresno and Madera counties.

She has currently been guiding and offering her services to foster children for three years now.

From her experiences with foster kids, she recognized a need for education in basic skills like preparing meals.

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July 14, 2023 - I will always say that we are proud and honored to be living in the United States of America, especially here in Clovis, California.

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Maryam Cooke gets ready to cook Ratatouille.

Our individual stories remind us of the magical, intoxicating power of America. Our younger generation See MOUANOUTOUA, Pg. 5

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“Recognized there are a lot of deficits in just regular everyday skills that normally would have been taught at the hands of a mother or father…,” said Cooke. “Oftentimes we find all they end up getting is basic needs met. It is my job to see what else we can do to give them the additional support that kids in

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Pacific Service Credit Union opened a new branch in Clovis on Tuesday morning. The Clovis Chamber of Commerce hosted the credit union's Grand Opening at the Trading Post Shopping Center, complete with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The Pacific Service Credit Union CEO was there along with

managers, employees, Chamber of Commerce members, local business people, and community members.

The bay area-based credit union had a fun and unique way of involving the local community— they sent out 30,000 mailers to Clovis locals. Each mailer had a combination code to a special safe located in the branch for their grand opening.

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PSCU CEO Jenna Lampson cuts ribbon while to her right Lindsay McConnell PSCU Branch Manager supervises.

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That Darn Kitten!

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A brave kitten had to be rescued from the roof of the Historic Hotel by the Clovis Fire Department. Fred has since been adopted by the Old Town Clovis Coffee Group and is fed

by Steve (right).

Semper Fi "Always Faithful" is owned by Cora Shipley.

Clovis Toy-Anime-Comic Con A kid friendly event, the Clovis Toy-Anime-Comic Con was held on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at the Clovis Elks Lodge 2599. Below, Clovis Elk staff members “Ziggy”, Cindy, Jacky, and Laurie.

Darcy dressed up for the convention, which did hold a Cosplay (costume) contest.

Old Town Clovis Peach Party The Old Town Clovis Peach Party was a blast this year, even if temperatures hit over 100 degrees. See story on page 14 for more details.

Below, Amanda, Stephen, and their dog Fannie, show off their shoes at the Peach Party in Old Town Clovis.

Top, Jeanine, Anna and Margie enjoying free samples of Wawona frozen peach cups.

Bottom, Dave Shivers, an Old Town Clovis State Farm Agent, brought goodies to share at the Peach Party.

Pharoahs Car Club members participated at the event. Top, Paul Hinkle and his 1948 "Thames".

Hinkle drove this car to college in 1965. He can be seen holding a sign that read "But officer... the sign instructed me to do a burnout".

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Councilmember's social media comments drives wedge into community J.T. Gomez

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July 10, 2023 - Ten members of the Clovis public came to speak out against comments made by Clovis City Councilmember Diane Pearce in a recent Facebook post.

In the post, alongside a photo of LGBTQ+ positive informational books Councilmember Pearce posted her opposition to the pride display saying:

notions saying, “I think the thing to do when you make a mistake is say, ‘I made a mistake, I was wrong.’ I would encourage Mrs. Pearce to say, ‘I was wrong.’”

Pearce only recognized that as an elected official she was elected to represent everyone in the Clovis community, “...regardless whether or not if someone voted for me”.

The November 2022 elected official then stated that it was “illogical to argue that representing everyone meant agreeing with all positions”.

“Might want to wait until June is over to take your kids to the Clovis Public Library. FYI, She then continued her claim that the books the Clovis City Council has no direct control she posted against were an “attempt to over this...these are Fresno County Libraries.” normalize the sexualization of our children”.

Councilmember Pearce then faced a backlash She then doubled down on her comments of comments from LGBTQ+ supporters under saying, “No child can be both boy and girl, the post saying they did not support the rhetoborn the opposite gender than he or she was ric being displayed and asking for Pearce to be born. To deceive them and confuse them is voted out of office in the next election. not okay. I issue no apology for speaking One comment stated, “You are an embarrass- that truth.” ment to society and do not deserve the priviOne of the books in the display that Pearce lege of being a public servant. I am ashamed was talking about was on Alan Turing, the you are a representative in my city.”

British Mathematician who helped decrypt The comments continued at the Clovis City Nazi Germany communication during World Council meeting Monday night, as Clovis War II effectively bringing an end to the citizens made their opinions known publicly. Nazi regime. Turing was arrested by his own government three years later for homosexu“It’s your duty to represent the diverse ality, at the time an illegality in Britain, with voices of our community and this responsia punishment of chemical castration. bility extends to all the residents, no matter their sexual orientation or gender identity.”

While we may hold differing opinions and beliefs, it is vital that our City Council recognize the importance of inclusivity and equal representation for all its residents.”

That member of the public made it clear that this is not what Pearce did when posting on Facebook, the social media site.

Another member asked Pearce to acknowledge her perceived misconceptions and

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After his contributions to society, he was barred from continuing his cryptographic consults for the British government because of his sexuality.

Mayor Lynne Ashbeck weighed in on the issue saying, “For forty years this council has operated on two principles: One, only weigh in on issues that affect the jurisdiction of Clovis. And two, don’t criticize each other in the press…Local government stays in the local government lane. Your opinions are 100% perfectly your opinions. They have no place in building a community.”

A member of the public stated, “These displays are not about propaganda or indoctrination as some people may suggest, instead they are a celebration of diversity, a symbol of support, and acknowledgement of the LGBTQ communitie's valuable contributions to our society.”

By posting to Facebook, Ashbeck said that Pearce was acting disrespectful to her and the rest of the council by acting on their behalf. Pearce also commented on a video produced by GV Wire.

Cooke said the courses will focus on the fundamentals like basic recipes, techniques and knowledge of cooking methods.

Harris is very thankful for how CASA and her advocate guided her, and currently stands as an advocate for the association today.

The course will cover techniques like cutting, chopping, stirring, and using heat Cooke decided to create a program that on a stove. Recipes will include meals like consists of six courses that will be held July soup, rice, eggs, salads, beans and much 13 through August 17 for kids to partake and more. learn the basics of cooking.

“I really want to focus on teaching them Cooke called the Clovis Culinary Center about the basics of building a meal,” said hoping to create a partnership between Cooke.

CASA and the center, to help make the “So we’re going to focus on making sure program a reality. you have protein, vegetables, and a carb.

Operations Manager for the Clovis CuliCreating those building blocks of meals and nary Center, Kris Marshall said she is very what they look like and how they can be excited for Cooke’s program and loves how healthy as well as filling is going to be a big the center can provide space and resources focus.” for kids to learn important skills.

Costco donated 10 cooking kits to the kids “To know that kids don’t get that opportuwho enrolled in the course. Each attendee nity to enjoy and understand it and just even will keep their personal cooking kit to use in for livelihood…,” said Marshall. “The fact the class and afterwards. that she wants to provide this for kids is just right on target with our mission for commu- The kit contains essential resources they will nity involvement and growing the kitchen.” need when preparing their own food. regular homes normally do.”

Jayme Harris was a foster child who went through several foster homes growing up.

She said she wishes there was a program that existed like this when she was younger.

“We don’t learn how to do those things in the foster system, I know with my foster parents I did not learn how to cook,” said Harris.

“If I would have known about something like that, I would have wanted to be a part of that. It was much harder for me to transition after I turned 18 and moved out. From there I had to figure out how to cook certain stuff.

I was looking on social media or looking up recipes, or having someone come over and teach me how to do something.”

Mayor Ashbeck then commented saying that this topic has driven a wedge into the community and has not made it better. She also acknowledged that it has offended city staff who are “merely trying to do their job”.

“You didn’t make these folks' lives better…

You had the logo, you spoke for all of us, you did it for me, you represented me and I resent that.”

Ashbeck finished her comments saying that people’s opinions are “…to themselves”.

“To the people who are here tonight, we are trying to build a community where people feel safe here, [where] all people can live.”

“I’m so honored and grateful for everything that this program has given me so far, and I can’t wait to give whatever I can back to it.”

Cooke said there are currently 7 kids in the class, which means there is space for more foster youth who are interested in learning to create some culinary delicacies.

She said together with the cooking kits and course education, that the kids will be able to gain a sense of empowerment wherever they go on their path in life.

“Teaching kids how to do the basics, but with materials and products they can get anywhere including the dollar store, dollar general, or convenience store down the street,” said Cooke.

“Being able to feed themselves sustainably, cheaply, and inexpensively, but also Marshall said she is excited to see a program gives themselves that sense of comfort and like this grow and continue to provide for warmth that you have with any good meal.” kids that benefit from the education and If you or your foster youth would like to kitchen. volunteer or partake, reach out to the Clovis “I’m proud of Maryam, I think she’s an amazing, strong, powerful woman, and I am excited to work with her,” said Marshall.

Culinary Center at (559) 324-2083 or CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties at (559) 244-6485.

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City of Clovis hosts 2nd Enterprise Canal ‘focus group’ workshop the last two focus group meetings coming as prime examples.

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July 13, 2023 - The City of Clovis once again held a workshop in order to discuss the future project that will be the bridge crossing the 168 freeway near the Enterprise Canal.

This bridge has been in talks since 2015, with this being officially the third sort of meeting to discuss topics related to the future development.

Original funds for the bridge are from the state government, and are currently being used solely for the bridge and cannot be used for other projects.

This development will come via federal and state grants, however, most of the discussion still relies on which type of bridge will be selected.

Once a style of bridge is selected, then the City of Clovis will have the option of choosing which funds and grants are available in order to pay for the bridge itself.

Grants already being used are for the sole purpose of pre-planning for the bridge, with

What was discussed at the meeting therefore was what was mostly discussed at the first meeting held in January, the selection of which type of bridge should be built. Insert link of last article)

Three different types of bridges were discussed, the three being a box-girder bridge, cable-stay bridge, and a tied-arch bridge. Each of these three bridges are being designed with style, accessibility and affordability in mind.

A box-girder bridge, the most basic style of bridge and one that is seen at many junctures throughout the Valley, is also the lowest cost.

Again, the City of Clovis will be applying for different types of grants from federal and state governments in order to build this project, but will eventually have to use some of their general funds in order to complete it.

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After only 40 years, the Hmong who settled in America are the most prosperous in the may sometimes forget that feeling or have never experienced it, but some of us have not. world. We are the richest, the most educated, started the most businesses, own the most I assure you that I have not, because I, like property, elevated to highest positions of some of you, came from afar and fell in love leadership, and we are the most able to help with America. our fellow citizens as well as the rest of the Hmong in the world.

You see, America became my home on November 15, 1976. It was the bicentennial Today, there are over 2.7 million Hmong in celebration of America’s independence. I was China, yet they pale in comparison to what only 5. I have never known my birth country, the Hmong in America have achieved.

Laos, for it fell to communist rule after AmerI share this to remind you, that the American ica returned from the Vietnam War. experiment of Freedom and the American America was our only hope of Freedom.

Dream is still alive and strong.

Many Hmong chose freedom over communism, so we left everything behind to come to Thinking back to the time of our Nation’s this new land. Thus, this nation and this flag founding, one realizes that our democracy is so strong because it was forged in the fires became our very hope for a better future. of adversity.

Frank Crane said it best back in 1915, “Other flags mean a glorious past, this flag a glorious Our forefathers were motivated by somefuture.” How true that is for the Hmong. She thing bigger than themselves. They must have been, because America prevailed. has given a glorious future to us.

After the Secret War in Laos, Hmong found

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Anyone who received the mailer was encouraged to come into the branch and try out their combination code to see if it was “the one”. Whoever had the correct code to the safe would win $2,500!

Pacific Service Credit Union made it clear that they care about the community. They “pride ourselves on being a good corporate citizen and an active part of the communities we serve. Through our community

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The term “instagrammable” came up at several junctures of the discussion with residents and leaders of the meeting stating that a large portion of the bridge should be dedicated towards creating a photogenic destination for Clovis residents.

That poll ended with the cable-stayed bridge option coming out with the most votes. The box-girder fell behind and the tied-arch bridge came in last amongst the small focus group.

and democracy has really just begun. We sometimes forget the terrible hardships our forefathers willingly endured for their beliefs.

They grew up proud to be a protector of this land. It is our duty to share these historical truths to our sons and daughters and teach them to celebrate the values and riches of our Nation.

And they challenge us to match that greatness of spirit in our present time.

With the birth of our nation, the cause of human freedom had become forever tied to our Constitution and our flag. These two are the symbols of the unconquerable spirit of a free people.

Freedom is not a resting place, but a constant goal spurring us on to ever-greater achievements.

I don’t know about you, but I always get a warm sense of gratitude deep inside my heart and a chill up and down my spine when I take time to appreciate the freedoms we actually have.

The Clovis City Council should be taking this poll and other opinions into consideration when making the decision on which type of bridge will be selected. That process of choosing a type however will not be complete until 2025.

It only takes one generation of parents failing to pass this history onto their children for us to lose our heritage. We must resolve to not be that generation.

Living in Clovis, I have an enormous sense of pride. It’s an understanding that I am fortunate to live in a country that affords me freedom and opportunity, and an understanding that our diverse mix of cultures are bound by the values that this land represents.

America is truly an exceptional country, and we must live in such a way that serves as a daily reminder to others of that exceptionalism.

I must remain thankful and daily reaffirm Our most precious inheritance is freedom, my love and loyalty to our blessed and beauand that history has bestowed on each of us tiful land. the unique responsibility for its protection.

Many Americans today know less about our We will always remain “the land of the free nation than did our elders. Many grew up and the home of the brave.” loving this Nation.

We are glad to have a Credit Union that is involved in our community and tries to put the people over profits.

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The box-girder will be around $15-20 Nonetheless, the discussion ended in another million total cost. The next option is the poll which should now be brought to the city tied-arch span bridge which is around council. $25-30 million. The final option is the cablespan bridge which is around $30-35 million.

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Soroptimist International of Clovis installs new officers CAROLE GROSCH

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July 8, 2023 - Soroptimist International of Clovis (SIC) met to install the 2023-24 president and board members and thank the outgoing president and board members.

Before the event, members could savor a delicious brunch and socialize while enjoying delightful temperatures in an outdoor location.

Soroptimist means “best for women.” The organization helps to provide girls and women the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams.

The global volunteer organization provides access to the education and training needed for economic empowerment. Those that are helped benefit, as well as their families and communities.

"Soroptimist International of Clovis helped many community women and girls this past year, for which we are extremely proud and grateful," says outgoing president Sue Buckley. "We could not have done so without the support of amazing donors and the time of many volunteers! We awarded $38,000 to 35 female heads of households pursuing education with our Live Your Dream program. We held our Dream It Be It Career Support for Girls program for over 60 area teens and provided cash awards to two as they head to college. We partnered with San Joaquin College of Law to award our "Women's Advocate Award" and helped two San Joaquin College of Law students to receive Soroptimist Sierra Pacific Region "Furthering the Dream" awards! Our Denim

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New President Linda Gillis (fourth from left) surrounded by the 2023-2024 board.

& Diamonds and Cottage Tea fundraising events were fun and rewarding. Yes, indeed, it has been a year of strong impact for Soroptimist International of Clovis. We are very pleased and excited to move forward!"

Incoming president Linda Gillis added, "My theme of 'Soroptimists Serving in Harmony' stems from my lifelong love of music and performance. I am delighted to have a board that will add rhythm, musical notes, pitch, and melody that will help to ensure that our club serves together in harmony. I will strive to lead with a gentle baton, providing clear direction to conduct club meetings and events that are positive, inclusive, welcoming, and reflect the mission and vision of Soroptimists throughout the world."

Along with installing a new president and board, SIC welcomed two new members into the organization: Dr. Kim Armstrong and Delaine Pereida.

SIC participates in the "Dream" programs of Soroptimist International of the Americas: "Live Your Dream" Education Awards for Women; and "Dream It Be It" for teens. A financial scholarship, the "Women's Advocate Award," is also given to San Joaquin College of Law. The Marjoree Mason Center, the Evangel Home, the Salvation Army, Family Healing Center, and CUSD Kids in Transition are among many other local projects.

SIC is part of an International Organization of nearly 95,000 Soroptimists in almost 120 countries and territories who contribute time and financial support to community-based and international projects that benefit women and girls.

You won’t want to miss “Denim & Diamonds” on Saturday, October 21, 2023, which will take place at the Clovis Veterans Memorial District. This major fundraising event includes a dinner and dance along with silent and live auctions, including the ever-popular dessert raffle.

Want to learn more about the Soroptimist organization? Email siclovis@soroptimist. net or visit siclovis.org.

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How was your water in 2022? Clovis Water Division release results of water quality Nikki McCabe mnick1717@gmail.com

The City of Clovis conducts an annual water quality report to ensure the water is safe for residents to drink. (Courtesy of IciakPhotos/ Envato Elements) July 10, 2023 - Water is a resource heavily relied upon by all communities for a multitude of reasons.

The water we drink, use to bathe, water our gardens, even to wash our dishes all has to be regulated.

The City of Clovis Water Division has submitted its annual water quality report available to the public online and by mail to be received by Clovis residents.

The report covers the results of testing done on the quality of tap water from the past year of 2022. The importance of this is to keep the public aware of what contaminants may be hidden in your water and to assure residents that it is safe.

According to the City of Clovis Water Division, 59% of the city’s water distribution system is served by groundwater wells and 41% is served by surface water from way of the city’s water treatment plant.

The City of Clovis Surface Water Treatment Plant began development back in 2004.

Clovis' main source for water is from the Kings River, as well as 37 groundwater wells.

These wells and the treatment plant provide much needed removal of substances that could pose possible health risks if ingested.

They both contribute to a microfiltration process that can remove up to 99.99 percent of most microbial contaminants such as viruses or bacteria.

Unfortunately not all contaminants can be filtered out.

So how is our water receiving so many harmful contaminants? Answer is many different ways.

Before water travels through our pipes, it has to pass through several different environments that can expose it to toxic substances.

Sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife could all be surrounding factors to water contamination.

Naturally occurring inorganic contaminants such as salts and metals can come from urban stormwater runoff.

These impurities can also come from industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, and mining or farming.

Pesticides, herbicides, organic chemicals and radioactive contaminants make up the rest of what could be floating through your drinking water.

Contaminants and substances that were measured in the study include lead, chlorine, arsenic, aluminum, nitrate, fluoride, copper, chloride, iron, manganese, ect. Often what is used for regulating contaminants found are other chemicals used for disinfection.

Disinfectants are necessary for aiding in the process of filtering out and eliminating these potentially harmful substances that seep into our water supply.

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The City of Clovis conducts an annual water quality report to ensure the water is safe for residents to drink.

the water from 2022 was shown to be DBCP and TCP. Dibromochloropropane (DBCP) is a now banned chemical pesticide that still shows up in water commonly from leaching of soils into water runoff.

Trichloropropane is a similar substance that is often found in groundwater and used as a cleaning solvent.

Paul Armendariz, Assistant Public Utilities Director for the city of Clovis said the Even though these disinfectants are necesamount that was found of these contamsary, they do pose their own danger in higher inants and disinfectants in the report, did amounts like the contaminants. Therefore not reach the maximum contaminant level, it is why water testing and regulating is so which deems the water quality safe for the crucial. community.

According to a chart provided in the report, Armendariz said he feels it is important for the highest average detected substances in the city to remain aware of what is in their water supply.

“It is a good reminder of where our water comes from,” said Armendariz.

“I live in the city as well and so this is something I look forward to receiving. It is a good reminder of where we’re getting our water from and what the city is doing as far as sampling and making sure we’re meeting state and federal requirements for our residents who are drinking this potable water.”

If you would like to get more information about local water supply you can reach the U.S. EPA’s (Environmental Protection Agency) Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800)426-4791.

You can also go online at: http://water.epa.gov/drink/hotline

If you have any concerns about water quality, you can reach Clovis Public Utilities at (559)324-2600 or go to cityofclovis.com.

Bluegrass in the Park: Friday night with the Bluegrass Element Nikki McCabe mnick1717@gmail.com

‘Bluegrass Element' preforming at Bluegrass in the park on Friday night. (Photo by Nikki McCabe, Clovis Roundup) July 17, 2023 - Friday night was not only a night for peaches at the peach party in Old Town Clovis, but also a night to enjoy the sweet sounds of bluegrass that serenaded the public on July 14.

Kent Kinney was one of the many attendees to the free concert at the Clovis Veterans Memorial Park. Kinney said he is a loyal concert-goer and always comes by the park on Friday night to enjoy his favorite type of music that he grew up with.

“Bluegrass is one of the most truly American styles of music,” said Kinney.

“It is something that I could play myself from a young age, I started playing at six-years-old. I enjoy the fact that generally the instrumental portion is done together during the vocals but then there are breaks or solos that highlight the character of music played, and it gives the musician a chance to express themselves.”

According to Kinney, Bluegrass music originated from the Appalachian mountains in the 1940’s era. The father of Bluegrass, Bill Monroe bestowed the name and genre from his band name, Bill Monroe and the Bluegrass Boys.

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‘Bluegrass Element' preforming at Bluegrass in the park on Friday night.

McDonald said playing together as a band in the park every year is a great feeling when getting to share what they love with others who are fans as well.

“That’s what we do, it is just like an artist,” said McDonald. “They want to hang their paintings up. When you are playing music, you wanna go out there and display it.”

can sing what you can sing, but you are welcome. So we get just gigantic jams of groups of players playing together. It’s something that anybody can get into no matter what your level or what you play.”

Another member of ‘Bluegrass Element’, Bob Garcia played the Mandolin during the concert with his band mates. According Michael McDonald, one of the founders and Mcdonald said many people enjoy bluegrass to Garcia, the band has participated in the guitarists in the band, named the band ‘Blue- music and concerts because of how inclusive concert series at the park in Clovis for 14 years now. grass Element' because they saw their band it is to those who wish to join in on the fun. as a backup group for other people.

“When we go to festivals, you can just come Garcia said he has been playing bluegrass music as a hobby for 40 years locally and He believes their group can add that blueup and join in on the fun,” said McDonald. has connected with the entire community of grass vibe to any artist or type of music like “You just play what you can play, you musicians and fans that still appreciate the jazz that can blend in with bluegrass.

traditional american roots of the style of music.

“Really blessed to have a supportive family and colleagues and constituents who come out and we all support each other, we come out and see each other’s bands,” said Garcia.

“A lot of these guys just come out because they like to play. The tips are just incidental, but it is fun…It is like a date night with a big group of people.”

Bluegrass in the Park goes on every Friday night till July 21st and starts back up September 1-22 at Clovis Veterans Memorial Park.

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Summer of Caesar: Celebrate the season with a (Family Features)

Summer celebrations come in many forms backyard games, fun at the pool, time with family - but perhaps a favorite is enjoying fresh, delicious foods that are easy to prepare. Put a twist on the classic Caesar salad this summer with crunchy textures and energizing flavors to keep the excitement rolling all season long.

Capitalize on a food trend that’s all the rage with this easy-to-assemble Chicken Caesar Salad Charcuterie Board for a unique way to share a meal. Sliced chicken provides that familiar taste of grilled summer fare combined with hardcooked eggs, fruits, veggies, cheese and crostini.

At the heart of the dish is the Fresh Express Twisted Lemon Caesar Chopped Salad Kit, which provides a spin on traditional Caesar flavor by adding in bright notes of lemon. The kit features crisp iceberg lettuce, colorful and sweet dried cherries, crunchy Parmesan cheese crisps and lemon white wine Caesar dressing to bring a little sunshine to each bite.

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A convenient, ideal bed for this salad charcuterie board, the kits can also be enjoyed as an easy summer salad on their own and are available in the refrigerated produce department at grocery stores.

Visit FreshExpress.com for more mealtime inspiration and to find salad kits near you.

Chicken Caesar Salad Charcuterie Board Prep time: 25 minutes Servings: 8

Chicken Caesar Salad Charcuterie Board

3 packages (9.1 ounces each) Fresh Express Twisted Lemon Caesar Chopped Salad Kits 2 pounds sliced grilled chicken 16 slices crostini 1 cup chopped hard-cooked eggs 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup diced cucumber

1 cup chopped red onion 1 cup chopped apple 1 cup chopped tomato 1 cup shaved Romano cheese 1 cup chopped pecans 1 cup golden raisins 1 lemon, sliced

• Place lettuce from salad kits in large bowl; place in center of large round cutting board or platter.

• Arrange sliced chicken and crostini around bowl of lettuce.

• Place salad dressings and toppings from salad

kits in individual small bowls. Place eggs, celery, cucumber, red onion, apple, tomato, Romano cheese, pecans, raisins and lemon slices in individual small bowls.

• Arrange bowls in circle around lettuce, chicken and crostini.

5 Ways to Savor Fresh-Grilled Summer Seafood (Family Features) Keep the grill cooking all summer long with a family favorite, seafood, and satisfy taste buds with fresh flavors hot off the grates. While some people assume seafood is challenging to cook, it can actually be an easy meal for home chefs of all skill levels.

To ensure your cookout is an unrivaled success, start with seafood that brings superior taste to the table. From crustaceans to a wide selection of unique-tasting oysters and sea scallops, mussels and clams, Maine Seafood offers something for all seafood lovers.

With a coastline that stretches 3,478 miles along the cold, clean North Atlantic, the state is home

to a diversity of both wild-caught and farmed species.

Get inspired by these Maine Seafood grilling tips, sure to elevate your at-home seafood experience with the state’s superior taste and quality: Salmon

Heat grill to medium-high heat. Pat salmon dry; brush with olive oil and top with seasonings.

Place salmon skin side down on grill grates and cook 6-8 minutes, or until meat turns opaque.

You can also try a grill-safe cedar plank to infuse added flavor.

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Grilled Maine Lobster Tacos Total time: 25 minutes Servings: 8

Vinegar Slaw: 2/3 cup apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon celery seeds 2/3 cup white sugar 1 cup water 1/2 small head green cabbage, shredded or cut thinly (approximately 8 cups)

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Cilantro Lime Crema: 1/2 cup sour cream fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 1/2 cup mayonnaise 4 teaspoons fresh lime juice

littleneck clams directly on grill grates or in a single layer on a large baking pan. After 5-7 minutes on the grill, clams will begin to open.

Without spilling juice, carefully place clams on a serving platter. Serve with melted butter or in pasta. Discard clams that don’t open.

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Place oysters cupped sides down directly on grill heated to medium-high. Cover the grill and cook until oysters open and meat is opaque and cooked through, about 5 minutes for smaller oysters and 8-10 minutes for larger ones. Place on a serving platter, remove top shells and run a sharp knife along insides of bottom shells to detach oysters.

Top with garlic butter and serve with lemon.

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1 lime, zest only, minced 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic kosher salt, plus additional to taste, divided freshly ground black pepper, to taste Lobster Tacos: Extra-virgin olive oil 4 large (4-6 ounces each) Maine Lobster tails, defrosted 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted salt, to taste pepper, to taste 8 small flour tortillas pico de gallo 1 lime, cut into wedges for serving

Heat grill to medium-high heat. Pat haddock flaky white fish that’s sweet and delicate - dry and brush with olive oil. Wrap fillets in aluminum foil with herbs and seasonings; completely seal with seam sides facing upward. Grill 8-10 minutes, or until meat turns opaque.

For a delicious twist this summer, enjoy these tender, tasty Grilled Lobster Tacos with vinegar slaw and cilantro lime crema.

For easy, delicious recipe inspiration and to order seafood straight to your door, visit SeafoodfromMaine.com.

• To make vinegar slaw: In small saucepan over medium heat, heat apple cider vinegar, celery seeds, sugar and water; stir until sugar dissolves. In large bowl, pour mixture over cabbage; cover and refrigerate.

• To make cilantro lime crema: In blender, blend sour cream, cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, to taste; refrigerate.

• To make lobster tacos: Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

• Brush grill grates with oil to prevent sticking. Using kitchen shears, cut lobster shells in half lengthwise. Place skewer through meat to prevent curling during cooking.

• Brush lobster meat with melted butter and season with salt and pepper.

• Grill lobster tails meat side down 5 minutes then flip.

• Brush meat again with butter and cook 5 minutes, or until opaque throughout.

Cook to 140 F internal temperature.

• Remove meat from shells and cut into bite-sized chunks or leave whole, if desired.

• Place tortillas on grill 30-60 seconds per side, or until warmed and slightly brown.

• Add drained slaw to tortillas. Top with lobster meat, pico de gallo and cilantro sauce. Serve with lime wedges.

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A peek at The Clovis Tribune, April 5, 1918 Peg Bos

Historian/Clovis Museum Contributed

The Clovis Tribune’s April 5, 1918 front page headlines were as follows: “Goat Raising Among Indians;” “Festival Day Tomorrow, Parade Will Be The Largest Ever Held In Clovis;” “Election Next Month, Ordinance to Close Pool Halls and Sunday Movies.”

H. E. Armstrong was editor of the Clovis Tribune, which was published every Friday.

A subscription fee of $1.50 provided home delivery.

Indian Agent Lorenzo Creel of Indian Services is quoted as saying: “Firmly convinced that the use of goats will regenerate the fast disappearing Indians by eradicating the inroads of tuberculosis among the children and that the goat will also furnish a meat supply that will tide them over many a hard winter.”

The 1918 Clovis Festival Queen Ruth Rouse of Santa Cruz, a handsome brunette and a teacher in the Garfield school, had 2,131 votes. Of the 12 contestants, Geneva Blair placed second by collecting 1,405 votes. A big basket lunch and picnic were held at the Clovis Avenue Park between 4th and 5th streets. Patriotic speeches were presented during the festival.

A “match game” between Kingsburg and Clovis was held at the Clovis High School in the afternoon. The Parlor Lecture Club of Fresno presented “A Patriotic Doll Shop” and a musical program was held at the auditorium in the evening.

Clovis historian Arthur Chedister, who published articles in the Clovis Independent 1953 and 1954, stated: “In 1911 or 1912 the City of Clovis built a large auditorium on Fourth Street across from the Baptist Church (NE corner of DeWitt and Fourth).

“This building was never completed, although it was sided and painted a gray color on the outside. It had a fairly well equipped stage up front, but the inside was never lined or plastered. In the winter it was Agent Creel also stated: “Active steps are heated by two huge good stoves, or rather, being taken to prevent dispossession of I should say, they attempted to heat it. In Indians from allotments through fraud or the summer it was cooled by opening all chicanery on the part of unscrupulous whites of the windows and simply letting the air through fraudulent tax sales, by which they blow through if there was a wind. However, secure quasi title and then bluff the Indians the audiences were used to perspiring all from their homes.”

summer, inside or out, so they did not mind.

“This building served Clovis for many years, as the site for religious revivals, high school and local talent plays, recitals, basketball games and for any other event which required a crowd larger than one of the churches could handle.

“Appalling growth of crime among youth of the land, evil, pernicious affects of pool rooms and the viscous picture show. No decency or morality.”

The ordinance to close pool halls and end moving picture shows on Sunday was placed on the April 8, 1918 election ballot.

“With the wooden seats in place this old auditorium could hold about 500 people, maybe more. Used for basketball, it held about 200 howling fans. It was in this building that the high school basketball games were held from 1912 to well up into the 1920s. No dances were held in this building.

‘Heaven forbid’ for it was hallowed ground in ‘them there days.’”

Candidates for April 8, 1918 reelection on the Clovis Board of Trustees were E.C. Smallin, E. E. Reyburn and L.W. Gibson, L. E. Weldon, Clerk and T. Howison, Treasurer. Their opposition for trustee were W.L. Atkinson and Wm. Wertz. I.M. Bridges filed for the clerk position.

On Jan. 12, 1917 a Clovis Tribune article reported that city trustees denied citizens their right to file a petition on moral issue to close the pool halls and end moving picture shows on Sunday. First Presbyterian Pastor Edwin H. Liles and Rev. Wm. J. Lee of Grace Methodist submitted 400 signatures of the “best people in Clovis” in favor of the ban. Trustee President Gibson stated:

office. It’s not documented, but we believe that the ordinance to close the pool halls and limit shows on Sundays did not pass. We will continue to research the issue.

The article stated: “As none of the candidates for city office made any appeal to the The building was moved to Clovis High public for support on any special platform, School at the northeast corner of Baron and it narrows down to a choice of individuals.

5th. It served as a gymnasium and basketball The election would be held in the room in court. In 1975, the Clovis Fire Department the rear of the First National Bank (SW set fire to the ancient building to clear the corner of 5th and Pollasky)”. area for the new Clovis Civic Center as part The incumbents, Gibson, Smallin, Reyburn, of a training exercise.

Weldon and Howison were returned to

It happened 96 years ago in Clovis. It is a part of our rich heritage.

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Clovis High School employee arrested for sex with a minor

Fourth of July Fatal Collision: Man hit and killed by Clovis Fire Truck Identified

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July 6, 2023 - Clovis Police today arrested Estevan Reyes, (32) of Fresno on several counts of Unlawful Intercourse and Oral Copulation with a minor.

July 6, 2023 - The night of July fourth, around 9:35 p.m. a Clovis Fire Department truck was responding to an emergency call with lights and sirens blaring when a 62-year-old man was struck at Clovis and Barstow Avenue.

Reyes has worked for the Clovis Unified School District as a counselor since May 2016, and at Clovis High School since July 2022. He is on leave pending the outcome of these charges.

Clovis Police detectives are working with the Clovis Unified School District to investigate this case involving incidents with a single individual victim.

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Booking photo of Estevan Reyes.

At risk missing person Contributed

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July 10, 2023 - Deborah Looza is missing and considered “at-risk”.

She was last seen leaving her home near Barstow/Locan while walking this morning, July 10, 2023, around 5:30AM. It’s unknow what she was wearing, and she is described as a 61-year-old Hispanic female adult, 5’4”, 200 lbs, with grey hair and brown eyes.

We are asking the public to call Clovis PD at (559) 324-2800 with info. Clovis PD case 23-44386.

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Deborah Looza is missing and considered at risk.

Clovis Police arrest wanted suspect in possession of concealed firearm Clovis Roundup Staff @ClovClovisRoundup

July 16, 2023 - Just before 10am on Saturday July 15th, while on patrol, a Clovis Police Officer noticed a wanted suspect with a felony warrant parked in a parking lot near Shaw/Armstrong.

The driver was arrested for multiple felony

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charges related to being in possession of a loaded & concealed handgun, illegal psilocybin mushrooms (pictured in this post), and for the felony warrant.

Landon Flemings, a 36-year-old Clovis resident, was taken into custody without incident.

Flemings was booked into Fresno County Jail and his car was towed.

The man has been identified by the Fresno County Coroner’s office as Melchor Mendoza of Clovis. A number of agencies including Clovis Police, Fresno Police, and California Highway Patrol responded to the scene.

Officials said before the crash, Mendoza was leaving a nearby liquor store with a woman that night.

Both he and the woman were going to use the crosswalk at Clovis Avenue when the fire truck was speeding by. The

woman stopped herself from crossing, but unfortunately Mendoza continued to walk through the street and out of the posted crosswalk.

A Clovis Fire Department Supervisor, who was driving the truck, administered first aid. Mendoza was pronounced dead at the scene.

Due to the incident involving a cityowned vehicle, California Highway Patrol is handling the investigation.

A toxicology report will be made to determine whether Mendoza was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash.

A small memorial now lays at the corner where Mendoza lost his life.

California Highway Patrol urges people to use designated crosswalks, but to always make way for emergency response vehicles.

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PLACES TO VISIT Friday, July 21 BLUEGRASS IN THE PARK Sugar Pine Clovis Veterans Memorial District Liberty Park 901 5th St., Clovis, CA 6 p.m. until dusk

SUMMER IS HERE COOLING CENTER INFORMATION SIERRA VISTA MALL Monday thru Saturday from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Sunday from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.

CHUKCHANSI GOLD’S SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Saturday, July 29 – George Thurgood and the Destroyers [Bad All Over the World Tour – 50 Years of Rock] Saturday, August 26 – Sweden: The Music of ABBA [with the Australian Bee Gees Show: A Tribute to the Bee Gees]

Saturday, September 16 – Julian Torres [Sings the music of Juan Gabriel, Vicente Fernandez and More] Saturday, September 23 – Dustin Lynch [Country Music Award winning recording artist] Friday, July 21 KIDS SUMMER FUN AT THE MUSEUM Dry Creek Museum 401 Pollasky Ave., Clovis, CA CRAFTS 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

390 W. Fir Ave., Clovis, CA 7:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.

Saturday, August 12 HOT AUGUST DAZE Clovis Elks Club 535 Woodworth Ave., Clovis, CA 8 a.m.

CALIFORNIA 9-11 MEMORIAL 3485 Never Forget Ln. Clovis, CA Open 365 days a year COMMUNITY HERITAGE CENTER

Sunday, July 23

Friday, August 18

3rd and Veterans Parkway

SUMMER SOUNDS CONCERT AUSA SOUNDS OF FREEDOM BAND Clovis Veterans Memorial District 808 4th St., Clovis, CA 2 p.m.

CAR SHOW IN OLD TOWN At Clovis Farmers Market Pollasky, Clovis, CA 4:30 p.m.

OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday

ALL MONTH LONG

4th & Pollasky

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKUP Clovis Senior Activity Center 850 4th St., Clovis, CA Mondays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tuesdays, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Open Tuesday thru Saturday

FRESNO STREET EATS Sierra Vista Mall 1050 Shaw Ave., Clovis, CA Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Sundays, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

FARMERS MARKET

LITTLE FREE LIBRARY Take a Book – Share a Book Corner of Pollasky and Bullard 555 Bullard Ave., Clovis, CA

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

CITY OF CLOVIS HAZARDOUS WASTE DROP OFF CENTER 79 N. Sunnyside, Clovis, CA Tuesday thru Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Polasky Ave., Clovis, CA

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National Park and Recreation Month

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Wednesday, August 2 KIDS SUMMER FUN AT THE MUSEUM Dry Creek Museum 401 Pollasky Ave., Clovis, CA TOYS & GAMES 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Saturday, August 5 THE GREAT AMERICAN FREEDOM REVIVAL Clovis Veterans Memorial District 808 4th St., Clovis, CA 1 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 9 WAKE UP CLOVIS KNOW YOUR MONEY: How to Spot a Counterfeit Clovis Community College Herndon Campus

10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

CLOVIS MUSEUM Clovis, CA 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

FARMERS’ MARKETS FRIDAY NIGHT (FRIDAY NIGHTS THRU OCT. 27) Old Town Clovis Pollasky & 5th

CLOVIS OLD TOWN FARMERS’ MARKET Every Saturday Year-Round 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (weather permitting)

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CENTRAL BUILDING General Contractor, Licensed and bonded CSLB #105-0000 (559) 273-5794 CLOVIS FUNERAL CHAPEL Family owned and operated (559) 298-7536 www.ClovisChapel.com I.V. TREE SERVICES Residential - Commercial Fully Insured, CA State #978186 Ismael (559) 395-6757 JJJ HOUSE CLEANING Free estimates (559) 273-7652 LANCE E. ARMO Over 20 years exp, Estate planning, Business Law (559) 324-6527

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Recycing & Waste Solutions

(559) 252-5000 175 N Clovis Ave www.noblecu.com

Jeri Kuddes

(559) 275-1551

DRE lic#01170178

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Joey R. Troup

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Broker Associate Guarantee Real Estate

(559) 259-9992 www.jerikuddes.com

Award winning photographer Available for weddings, parties, gatherings, animals, landscapes and more.

FOR SALE

NOBLE CREDIT UNION (559) 252-5000 www.noblecu.com

TERESA M. STEVENS Certified Public Accountant (559) 326-7072 www.tmstevenscpa.com

(559) 304-2372

CRhodesNotary@gmail.com www.CarolineMobileNotary.com

Residential Dust Busting and Professional Pet Sitting One Woman Dynamo!

Experienced, reliable, honest.

Nina Mast (559) 974-0479

Martin's

Welding and Repair, Inc.

PERALTA STUMP REMOVAL Pruning & Removal Lic #1080478 (559) 301-6900 REPUBLIC SERVICES Recycling & Waste Solutions (559) 275-1551 www.RepublicServices.com

Caroline Rhodes

Troop70Clovis@yahoo.com

“We’ll handle it from here” www.RepublicServices.com

Mobile Notary and Loan Signing

Scott Martin Tarpey Depot Visitor’s Center 399 Clovis Ave. (559) 324-2084 www.visitclovis.com

1000 gallon water storage tank black Brand new, never used

$1,100 Contact info@clovisroundup.com for more details

(559) 776-2877 Mobile welding and repair We also do electrical and plumbing

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Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 933 Presents First Ever ‘GameFest’ J.T. Gomez

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July 8,2023 - A massive crowd showed up and showed out to the Veterans GameFest, a first time celebration of all things board games held at the Clovis Veterans Memorial District.

At the GameFest, spectators viewed game players on board games such as Star Wars Legions, Buffalo Hunt, or Dwarves Vs. Orcs, another game in a long line of interactive board games. But not only does the game play attract onlookers, the design and setup itself gives plenty of opportunity for viewing pleasure.

“The setup is something that we enjoy very much,” said Brent Burdine head of publicity for GameFest.

Those included with the setup of most of the games were businesses such as Crazy Squirrel, Ender’s Games, Legends Comics & Games, GMT Games, and Beer for the Meeples.

These game shops joined in on the project to help fundraise for scholarships for JROTC Cadets of Duncan Polytechnic High School.

Cadets were present at the three day event helping with daily tasks such as cleanup and presentation.

“We’re happy with the turnout. It’s been really good. We’ve had people from the Bay Area come down and people from LA come up. And with a lot of people coming to the Valley, it’s been really good.”

Burdine said that it was important for gamers to get the chance to network and have a positive experience with fellow players and developers.

With this being the first year of the GameFest, Burdine hopes that through “word of mouth” by attendees of this year, Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 933 will be able to have even more participants for next year.

“We’d like to take the seeds that we’ve planted this year and do it next year.

‘Certus Crossfit’ trainer recovering after bike accident

Photo by J.T. Gomez, Clovis Roundup

Game players look over designs of their respective board games at the Veterans GameFest, taking place July 7th-9th.

Everyone’s had a good time, it’s been going well and now I think we have momentum.”

To the public, all those involved with GameFest would like to give thanks for the

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July 15, 2023 - Despite the temperature being a very warm 104 degrees—families, couples and people from all walks of life still attended the Friday Night Farmers Market’s beloved Peach Party.

Wawona Frozen Foods was celebrating their 60th anniversary at this year’s Peach Party. Volunteers were handing out free samples of their nostalgic frozen peach cups, as well as selling beautiful bags of fresh peaches.

The Institute of Technology’s Culinary Art Program had a delicious display of samples handed out by student volunteers

Collage of James Sharnick with family.

Nikki McCabe

“Thank you for coming out, what a great way to raise money for a good cause, just to come out and play games and have fun.”

Friday was 'Peachy' at Old Town Farmers Market!

Destiny De La Cruz

Photo courtesy of Sharnick GoFundMe page

support.

and organized by the chefs. This year, they offered Peach Pound Cake and Peach Bread Pudding.

Of course produce stands had fresh local peaches available, and many vendors featured unique peach treats.

It was very clear how much the attendees adore and look forward to the annual Peach Party. Everyone was delighted to be there, to see Wawona’s booth and sample the baked goods from IOT’s Culinary team.

The heat won’t stop us from enjoying all that our bountiful Central Valley has to offer! In fact, the peaches seem to love the weather!

If you missed this year’s Peach Party, don’t worry! We’ll see you there next year.

for the family to see him in the hospital.

“Our gym is a very strong community.

Coach James pours his heart and soul into July 14, 2023 - Certus Crossfit has been the members of our gym and genuinely in the community since late 2014, helping cares about them, so when our members people get healthier and achieve their goals. have the opportunity to care for James they But now Certus Crossfit needs your help to are on it.” bring one of their own back to better health.

The gofundme page lists a goal of at least James Scharnick, manager and trainer of $80,000 and has collected $26,863 over Certus Crossfit suffered a severe injury to the span of three days. The current total is his spine while biking through Big Bear at $56,508 and continues to rise thanks to with friends back on father’s day weekend. members of his gym, the community, and even from people internationally in Africa Scharnick is currently recovering at Loma Linda University Medical Center where he who have heard his story. mnick1717@gmail.com

underwent a laminectomy to fuse his spinal cord.

Scharnick has movement in his arms and feet but remains in a fragile state. “I’m in a lot of pain but with a certain sense of calm behind it,” said Scharnick.

“I have immense nerve pain throughout my entire body, yet this is giving me a chance to test my faith and give all my worries to God, understanding that he is in control of everything from here on out…”

Joe Devane, who co-owns Certus Crossfit with Scharnick, was shocked to hear of the accident.

“I immediately asked my friends that were with him what happened and then started praying for him,” said Devane.

Devane helped put together a gofundme page to help gather contributions of support towards Scharnick’s recovery and expenses

Scharnick’s wife, Sarah has been staying by his bedside praying and hoping for improvement in his condition. Scharnick said they both feel very thankful for the support they have received. She asks the community of Clovis to continue keeping James in their prayers.

Photo by Destiny De La Cruz, Clovis Roundup

Wawona Frozen Foods celebrated their 60th anniversary at this year’s Peach Party.

“We know that we serve a mighty God and he will provide for us,” said Scharnick.

“And he will heal James. All we have to do is ask!”

Thanks to continued support and prayers from the community, Scharnick has been recovering and gaining more mobility over the past weeks. There is even a chance for him to be discharged from the hospital very soon, and be taken care of at facilities back here at home.

If you would like to support James Scharnick’s family and his recovery, you can donate online.

Photo by Destiny De La Cruz, Clovis Roundup

The Institute of Technology’s Culinary Art Program had samples of Peach Pound Cake and Peach Bread Pudding.

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Pinedale community members release update on potential Cannabis Dispensary J.T. Gomez

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July 14, 2023 - The following article has been edited from its original state. The reasoning behind these edits have come from the fact that the Pinedale Community has taken charge of the opposition of a cannabis dispensary coming within 1000 feet of Pinedale Elementary.

Pinedale Elementary School officially has nothing to do with protests of the cannabis dispensary, according to CUSD.

The public gathered for an informational meeting given by Pinedale residents on Monday July 10th. Some Pinedale residents are vehemently opposing a potential cannabis dispensary within 1000 feet of Pinedale Elementary School.

Residents are voicing concerns about the potential of a cannabis dispensary opening in their community and near an elementary school in the upcoming future.

came up with certain emergency possibilities that could arise at the dispensary that would in turn affect their community.

These potential risks included active shooters, robbery, gunshot wounds, and other medical emergency conditions.

Risk of burglary has seen an "uptick" in the recent past in San Francisco according to The San Francisco Standard.

One of these burglaries included a robbery of one cannabis dispensary while an emergency call was made from a different dispensary only a mile away. The already established Embarc Dispensary on 4592 Blackstone is 2 miles away from Pinedale Elementary.

Through the possibilities of emergency including robbery, attendees at the meeting came up with a failing "Safety Score" giving the potential cannabis dispensary a score of 130/300 points, or a 43%.

Pinedale Elementary then relayed the City Code on cannabis retail for the City This cannabis dispensary would come within of Fresno to the public gathered at their about 1000 feet of the school which is not meeting. illegal, the Fresno County law is 800 feet.

According to that code, "Cannabis retail However, Clovis Unified School District has should not be detrimental to public health, expressed concerns to the City of Fresno safety, convenience, welfare of persons about its proximity to Pinedale Elementary residing, working, visiting, or recreating in and potential distractions, public welfare, the surrounding neighborhood and will not and safety. result in the creation of a nuisance."

At an informational meeting held on According to Pinedale community Monday, July 10th, some Pinedale residents

Photo courtesy of Brandon Daniels, Pinedale Elementary

The public gathered for an informational meeting given on Monday July 10th. Pinedale community is vehemently opposing a potential cannabis dispensary within 1000 feet of their school.

representatives, the allowance of this dispensary would only create a nuisance for. both their school and the surrounding public and Pinedale Community.

Development, Jennifer Clark, not to approve for the development of the dispensary at that location.

The next step for the concerned residents is a public peaceful protest that plans to take place on Saturday July 15th on Blackstone and Nees from 10-11 AM.

No City of Fresno or Clovis Unified representatives attended the meeting, but CUSD School Board Member Deena CombsFlores was present according to those in attendance.

The Pinedale Community was then notified that the dispensary, with armed guards, would be within 174 feet of the nearest house.

If approved, residents were notified that they would then need to organize and voice their concerns at City Hall before the Fresno City Council in order to try to get them to not approve the designation.

They ask that those who attend bring some sort of opposition sign and their hope is to prompt City of Fresno Director of

EDITS COMPLETED BY: Kelly Avants, CUSD Chief Communication Officer

Future farmers from Japan visit Clovis East ag farm “The fact that this is where it came from, this is the source. Just the awareness of the global impact that agriculture has here in the San Joaquin Valley.”

J.T. Gomez

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July 17, 2023 - Twenty-seven students from Japan visited the Clovis East McFarlane-Coffman Agriculture Facility on Monday morning and were treated to all different aspects of agriculture.

The Japanese students were taken on a tour by their American counterparts, visiting local farming activities while also picking peaches, nectarines, and plums from the ag center itself.

Hosted by Laton FFA, the visiting Japanese students have been given the opportunity to view what agriculture looks like in the Central Valley.

This can be quite different, especially in terms of scale according to Laton’s Department Chair for the Agricultural Science Department, Tammy Pilcher.

Pilcher explained that upon visiting a farm with upwards of 9000 “head” or cattle, the most that the students from Japan had ever seen at one time was 400.

Pilcher stated that Laton would love to do this again at some point and mentioned that it is not only beneficial for the Japanese students but for her students as well.

“The knowledge of the impact that our local community has on the worldwide perspective. The fact that some of their parents Photo by J.T. Gomez, Clovis Roundup Clovis East students interact with their FFJ may have worked in the fields where those colleague visiting from Japan. The students visiting nectarines are being harvested and the fact were hosted by Laton’s FFA program and visited Clovis East’s McFarlane-Coffman Agricultural that they’re going to be feeding their friends Center on Monday July 17th. that came from another country…It puts everything into perspective of the impact “They don’t grow the variety of produce that that, now I hope you appreciate the importance of what your community does.” we do here, one of their requests was to go to a supermarket…They wanna see that kind Japanese teacher and translator from the of stuff.”

Gifu Prefecture, where the Japanese students Pilcher also explained that the students would are from, Masa Kamide said that from the students’ perspectives, “They have been be helping to pick nectarines on Wednesday enjoying [the Central Valley] a lot. It’s so at a different site and when they are back in much different than Japan because it’s a Japan the following week, the same batch of smaller scale. Here it’s a whole larger scale nectarines would be sent to them.

and automated with most of the things coming from machinery.”

Masa Kamide also relayed the sentiment of Tammy Pilcher stating, “Some of the crops do go to Japan, so that’s been an impression on them [his students].”

On Clovis East’s McFarlane-Coffman Agricultural Center, Masa stated, “This is quite an impressive setup because in Japan, they don’t have this type of scale, particularly those metal, they don’t do much of that.”

The class had previously been to Yosemite seeing the waterfalls and the Sequoia’s and look forward to continuing their trip until Wednesday, July 19th.

Being their first time hosting an event of this size, Laton looks forward to possibly getting the opportunity again as well as Clovis East.

Many aspects of the San Joaquin Valley’s agriculture affect the world economy, and with this event, younger generations, on both sides of the Pacific, now get the chance to understand and respect that view as well.

CUSD announces passing of long-time Governing Board member Betsy Sandoval Clovis Roundup Staff @ClovisRoundup

July 17, 2023 - Kelly Avants, APR Chief Communications Officer for Clovis Unified School District just announced the passing of long-time Governing Board member and friend to the district Betsy Sandoval.

Betsy passed peacefully away Sunday night, July 16, after a long illness. Betsy leaves behind her husband Sam, and children Rick, Michelle and Christine.

Her love for the community and desire to serve the students, families and employees of Clovis Unified drew Betsy to run for the Governing Board in 1981, where she served until 1993 and then again from 1996 until her retirement in November 2022.

Betsy was the longest-serving member of

the Governing Board in the district’s history and was a model of responsibility and care through elected office, while also operating a successful insurance agency in Clovis.

She graduated from Clovis High in 1958 after attending Weldon Elementary and Clovis Grammar School, and over the years saw all three of her children return to work for the school district in addition to a wide network of extended family connections to the district.

During her tenure on the Governing Board, she served four terms as President in addition to other officer roles, and throughout Photo by J.T. Gomez, Clovis Roundup her service demonstrated a commitment to Elizabeth “Betsy” Sandoval, front right, poses with her family for a photo as she was honored at her final our core educational philosophies and values CUSD School Board meeting. that had a far-reaching impact on our entire community. to the Sandoval family may do so care of information about services will be shared Those wishing to send cards or condolences the Superintendent’s Office. When finalized, with our CUSD family.

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Shedding light through darkness: The 1985 murder of Shannon Saville Cagle Nikki McCabe mnick1717@gmail.com

who remember her as a free spirit who loved to sing and wear turquoise.

Burke. “All I can say is that he was not involved in the killing of Shannon, but we cannot clear him of any involvement,” said Burke.

All that is left of Cagle are pictures that Apodaca looks through, wondering what happened to her and why to this day her case A lack of evidence and no witnesses to the was never solved. crime made it difficult for police to make any arrests in the case. “I honestly believe “I find myself looking at her pictures that there was a few pieces of evidence that constantly because that’s really the only In 1985, July 23 was the day 23-year-old memories that I have of her,” said Apodaca. was kept from us and we didn’t learn about Cagle lost her life. Fresno County Sheriff’s it until sometime after the case went cold, “It has been a rough road, there’s a lot of deputies responded to Mesa and Thompson and we could never recover it.” emotions, just about everything you can Avenues in Clovis where they found Cagle Tony Botti, Public Information Officer with shot to death in her home. She was found by think of. There is anger, there is grief. It is the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office said in responders lying on the floor with her purse always kind of lingering in your head, the cold cases like this, he has found that after and keys still in hand, and her wedding ring unanswered questions…that void that has time passes there is hope that those involved been there since I was so young, I didn’t still on her finger. will reveal something important to the really understand it.”

Officers found no evidence of force of entry, investigation. nothing stolen, and no signs of assault other After undergoing physical and emotional “They are nervous, they are scared at first than her gunshot wounds. Her killer remains abuse as a child while under Saville’s but as time goes on they feel a little more custody, Apodaca’s grandparents filed for a mystery to this day. emboldened to do the right thing,” said full adoption and raised her. Apodaca said Cagle at that time was a mom to her three Botti. “There's gotta be somebody out there her grandfather’s last wish would be to see year old daughter Desiree and a wife to her that knows something or has had a conversahis daughter’s case get solved before he husband, Thomas Saville. Cagle worked as tion with somebody that could be valuable.” passes. a display coordinator in Fresno at a store In a couple weeks, it will mark 38 years In efforts to find answers, Apodaca created called ‘Best’ on Blackstone and Bullard since Cagle’s death. Her burial remains at Avenues, which stands today as a Burlington her facebook group ‘Justice For Shannon Cagle’ which she hopes will make a connec- Belmont Memorial Park in Fresno. She Coat Factory store. would be 60-years-old on April 5th of this tion to the public and will help spread the It is believed by investigators that Cagle had year. word to find leads to her mother’s case. left her place of employment around 6:30 Burke added that sometimes it is just one Detectives and family members strongly p.m. and drove on her way home. Saville little piece of information that can be enough had discovered her body after arriving home believe Cagle’s murder was due to greed. to make a break in a case. Apodaca and the Cagle had three life insurance policies in at 7:30 p.m. that night and called police to rest of the Cagle family look forward to the her name, which came to the total amount the scene. Desiree was left in Saville’s car of $800,000. The recipient of the policy was day they see change in what has remained waiting, not knowing that everything was Cagle’s husband, Saville, who is believed to still. about to change. still reside in the area.

“To have that closure, to look in the faces Cagle’s daughter Desiree Apodaca, now of the people or persons responsible for her Thomas Saville was considered a person of 40-years-old still looks back trying to interest since the very beginning of the case, death…it is just that sweet justice that we’ve remember the woman that was her mother. all been hoping for.” according to now retired detective Ernie Apodaca is close with her mother’s family July 14, 2023 - A cold case could be getting warmer, as the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office remains open to any possible leads into the murder of Clovis mother, Shannon Denise Saville Cagle.

Photo courtesy of Desiree Apodaca

Shannon Saville Cagle

Apodaca said if the person that killed her mother is still out there, she wants them to know that,

“You pretty much ruined our lives…you took my mother away from me. You have taken somebody that’s so important to me away…and for money? And so I have now suffered my entire life so you could make a few dollars. It is just not fair…It’s not fair…”

If you have any information regarding the case of Shannon Saville Cagle, call Valley Crime Stoppers. If your information is pertinent to the case, you could receive a cash reward. Call Crime Stoppers at 498-STOP(7867) or contact Cold Case Investigator, Sergio Toscano at 559-600-8027.

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