Archive for October, 2015

CEOs SHARE TIPS WITH TEEN BUSINESS OWNERS

Oct 29, 2015 No Comments by

Visalia, CA (October 29, 2015)—Thirteen students from the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) hosted by the Tulare and Visalia Chambers of Commerce will receive business and networking advice from 6 local CEOs, including: • Aaron Gomes, Founder, Sound N Vision Foundation • Vickie Goudreau, Owner, Innovation Commercial Flooring • Deanne Martin-Soares, CEO, Amdal-In Home Care • [...]

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Act by Friday, October 30 to qualify for an Electrolux Washer and Dryer in the St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway

Oct 28, 2015 No Comments by

Fresno, Calif. (October 27, 2015) – Everyone who reserves a St. Jude Dream Home ticket by Friday, October 30, 2015 will now also be entered into a Bonus Drawing for an Electrolux IQ- Touch Controls Washer and Gas Dryer valued at $3,000, courtesy of Javier’s Home Appliance. Fewer than half of the tickets have been [...]

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Fresno Chaffee Zoo re-opens after gas leak

Oct 28, 2015 No Comments by

Fresno Chaffee Zoo has re-opened after a gas leak in Roeding Park this morning.

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The ’40 Under 40’ Class of 2015 is Announced

Oct 26, 2015 No Comments

FRESNO – Business Street Online is pleased to announce the members of the “40 Under 40” Class of 2015. The 40 young professionals will be honored at “40 Under 40” The Ultimate Networking Event, coming up on Thursday, December 3, 2015 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the Chukchansi Park-Phoenix Club.  The event recognizes [...]

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Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Turns Fresno State Campus Pink

Oct 25, 2015 No Comments

3,500 runners, walkers and supporters joined together to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer Fresno, Calif., October 24, 2015 – Thousands of Central Valley runners and walkers joined together today on the Fresno State campus for the Susan G. Komen Central Valley Race for the Cure® in a show of solidarity in the fight [...]

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JACK HANNA TO VISIT FRESNO CHAFFEE ZOO

Oct 20, 2015 No Comments

Jack Hanna is coming to Fresno as a guest speaker for the Valley Town Hall lecture series. Hanna will share his unique animal experiences and will also highlight his presentation with a variety of video clips and inspirational stories that deal with issues of conservation, travel and wildlife. This event is not sold out – [...]

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Susan G. Komen Central Valley Race for the Cure® 17th Annual

Oct 20, 2015 No Comments

The Komen Central Valley Race takes place Saturday, October 24 at Fresno State.  The Race Expo/Registration is located at the Maple Mall at the Satellite Student Union.   The 5K (3.1 mile) event takes off at Barstow and Woodrow.  The men’s run starts at 7:30 a.m. and the women’s at 8 a.m.  Awards for these [...]

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FRESNO GRIZZLIES ANNOUNCE 2016 REGULAR SEASON SCHEDULE

Oct 13, 2015 No Comments

FRESNO, Calif. — The 2015 Triple-A National Champion Fresno Grizzlies announced today their preliminary schedule for the 2016 regular season. The club will open the 19th season in club history with an eight-game road trip (April 7-14) before returning to Chukchansi Park for their home opener on Friday, April 15th at 7:05 PM against the [...]

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DEREK FRANKS NAMED PACIFIC COAST LEAGUE EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR

Oct 08, 2015 No Comments

FRESNO, Calif. — Fresno Grizzlies General Manager Derek Franks, who is still in his first year in his current role, was named 2015 Pacific Coast League Executive of the Year. He becomes the second person from the organization to receive the honor, with John Carbray being the first to receive the accolade back in 2002 [...]

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AFRICAN ADVENTURE OPENING EVENTS TO BEGIN ON OCTOBER 12

Oct 07, 2015 No Comments

Fresno, CA – The adventure is about to begin! African Adventure member preview days will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, October 12, Tuesday, October 13 and Wednesday, October 14. Only Fresno Chaffee Zoo members will be allowed preview access to the new exhibit. In addition to being a member preview [...]

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County museum opens at Big Fresno Fair

Oct 07, 2015 No Comments

Fresno, Calif — The Big Fresno Fair is set to open Wednesday. For the first time, pieces of Fresno County’s history will be showcased in a museum of their own. Big Fresno Fair CEO John Alkire designed the new, two-story building. The first floor showcases memorabilia including old fire trucks from the Fresno Fire Department, a [...]

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12th Annual Central Valley St. Jude Dream Home® House Opens to the Public!

Oct 03, 2015 No Comments

Clovis, Calif. (October 2, 2015) –De Young Properties opens the 12th annual Central Valley St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway house to the public on Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m. Just for visiting, attendees can enter FREE for a chance to win a $10,000 shopping spree to Mor Furniture for Less. The house will be open [...]

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FRESNO GRIZZLIES 2015 PROMOTION RECEIVES NATIONAL AWARD

Oct 01, 2015 No Comments

FRESNO, Calif. — The Fresno Grizzlies beat out over 300 submissions from 240 Minor League Baseball teams to receive the “Best Theme Night” Golden Bobblehead Award for their August 6th Taco Truck Throwdown 5 promotion. The award, which is voted on by representatives from across Minor League Baseball, was announced today at the MiLB Promotional [...]

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