Texas Instruments is the standard for calculators across the United States but many may be surprised to learn the company runs much deeper. This video focuses on some of their historic contributions and takes a look at what they do today.
As of this week, Sears has filed for bankruptcy. They’ll continue existing but that existence is getting smaller and smaller and it’s questionable how long they’ll last. This video takes a look the company over the years and how they found themselves in this situation.
This is your LAST CHANCE to visit the beautiful 2018 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway before it is given away on October 28. We have extended the open houses this week from Tuesday through Friday from 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Register FREE at the house to [...]
Dr. Robert W. Turner broke his neck playing college football, yet still played professionally for four years. Turner and Fresno State Football coach Jeff Tedford were teammates for two years while playing for the Calgary Stampeders in the Canadian Football League. Realizing that injuries were piling up and he was mainly on the fringes of [...]
When we think of disposable cups, we think of Solo. It hasn’t exactly been one of the big headlines but there’s been quite a bit happening to the company, and really all of the cup industry.
Clovis, CA – October 18, 2018 – This is the last weekend to visit the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway house! The house is open Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5:00 p.m. Just for touring the house, visitors can enter for a free chance to win a $10,000 [...]
We all know Nestle for their chocolate but you may be surprised that they make much more than that. This, combined with the fact that they are one of the largest companies in existence, leads me to believe that they are likely much bigger than you know.
Clovis, CA (October 12, 2018) – Everyone who reserves a St. Jude Dream Home ticket by Friday, October 12 will also be entered in to The Fresno Grizzlies Ultimate Fan Experience Package, courtesy of The Fresno Grizzlies. Over half of the 10,000 tickets have been sold and tickets are expected to sell out early—so the [...]
A few years ago, Best Buy was struggling. It got to a point where many thought they were doomed to fail. But they’ve made a comeback and today are looking better than ever. This video profiles their rise, fall, and rise again while trying to provide explanations for all of it.
The Fresno Grizzlies (Triple-A, Pacific Coast League) have signed a two-season Player Development Contract (PDC) with the Washington Nationals. Washington, a perennial playoff contender in the National League East, has won that division four of the last six seasons (2012-2017), finishing no worse than second place during that span. The Nationals’ player development has been [...]
Clovis, CA (October 12, 2018) – Everyone who reserves a St. Jude Dream Home ticket by Friday, October 12 will also be entered in to The Fresno Grizzlies Ultimate Fan Experience Package, courtesy of The Fresno Grizzlies. Over half of the 10,000 tickets have been sold and tickets are expected to sell out early—so the time [...]
In terms of market share, Dell was once the number one PC maker in the world. Over a decade ago, they’ve lost their spot and have yet to get it back. They had some major troubles but have since made some major changes to address them. This video talks about how Dell grew to be [...]
FRESNO – The “40 Under 40” reception, presented by Business Street Online, recognizes outstanding business professionals in the private and public sectors of central California who have yet to reach the age of 40. They have demonstrated a strong work ethic, and are the leaders of today as well as tomorrow. Each year, Business Street [...]
The California Water Institute at Fresno State is bringing together water safety experts and professionals from throughout the state to discuss a research study released in June reporting that overpumping groundwater can release harmful arsenic into the drinking water supply. The Arsenic Symposium will take place from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, at the [...]
The Big Fresno Fair is excited to announce the return of the 6th Annual Great Mascot Race, which will put mascots from around the Valley in a race against each other. See your favorite mascots from all over the Central Valley including Scoopy from @TheFresnoBee, Parker from @FresnoGrizzlies, Max from @fiestaautoinsurance, Cilantro from @fresnogrizzlies, Sam [...]
The Big Fresno Fair kicks off with several new attractions including a towering exhibit which helps tell the story of the valley’s number-one industry. A tractor tree has sprouted in between two real trees next to the Paul Paul Theater. 23 tractors, in fact, have been carefully welded together. The exhibit is a tree so the [...]
When looking at the logos or the menus it’s clear that Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s are related in some way. So what’s going on? Do they have the same owners? If so, why the different names? This video answers those questions and tells the unique story of both restaurants.
By almost any measure, Lowe’s and The Home Depot are the 2 largest hardware stores in the United States. In 1989, The Home Depot passed Lowe’s to take that #1 spot and that’s how things remain today. This video focuses more on Lowe’s, specifically how they’ve grown, how they’ve competed with The Home Depot over [...]
Granite Park Sports Complex will celebrate the completion of its second phase—10 acres of new soccer fields for public use. The weekend of festivities will start with a ribbon cutting ceremony performed by City of Fresno leaders and soccer enthusiasts which will then lead into a weekend of family fun including free admission for the [...]
The Luso-American Development Foundation (FLAD), based in Lisbon, Portugal, gave $130,000 to launch two initiatives in the newly created Portuguese Beyond Borders Center at Fresno State. The grant will be split two ways with $100,000 funding the Portuguese-American Oral History Project and $30,000 to fund a speaker series. “FLAD is extremely enthusiastic about the opportunity [...]
Today Casio is a very large company, mostly known for their calculators, watches, and musical instruments. In the 1950′s, four brothers in Japan spent 7 years creating a product that put this company on the map. This video takes look at how Casio got their start and how they’ve grown over the years. [...]
When looking at the logos or the menus it’s clear that Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s are related in some way. So what’s going on? Do they have the same owners? If so, why the different names? This video answers those questions and tells the unique story of both restaurants.
By almost any measure, Lowe’s and The Home Depot are the 2 largest hardware stores in the United States. In 1989, The Home Depot passed Lowe’s to take that #1 spot and that’s how things remain today. This video focuses more on Lowe’s, specifically how they’ve grown, how they’ve competed with The Home Depot over [...]
