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Fresno Mayor Joins Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness

Jun 05, 2014 No Comments

FRESNO – On Wednesday, Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin joined First Lady Michelle Obama in committing to end veteran homelessness in Fresno by the end of 2015. With today’s announcement of the Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness, Fresno joins a growing number of communities across the country making the pledge. “Too many of the veterans [...]

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Survey of American Diners Finds Tipping Habits Vary Considerably by Demographic

Jun 05, 2014 No Comments

GREENVILLE, S.C., June 5, 2014 /PRNewswire/ – On average, Americans say they usually  tip 18 percent for good service when dining out, according to a recent online survey by Harris Poll that was conducted on behalf of  Michelin—a company known for its tires and celebrated restaurant guides. According to the survey that included more than 2,000 U.S. adults, [...]

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Job Seekers Who Overlook Insurance as Part of Total Compensation Risk Worsening Financial Situation

Jun 04, 2014 No Comments

KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — As the economy shifts, many Americans are voluntarily leaving jobs to improve their overall financial situation. But, according to a recent survey by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), new hires who focus on salary alone actually may find themselves in worse financial shape after a move. The NAIC [...]

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Riley Walter Awarded William M. Lyles Vision Award

Jun 04, 2014 No Comments

FRESNO – Fresno attorney Riley Walter is the 2014 William M. Lyles Vision Award winner in recognition of his unwavering support of the Lyles Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Fresno State. Walter was cited for his work as both a mentor in the Entrepreneur Mentor Program and as the outgoing chair of the Advisory Council at the Lyles Center’s End ofthe Year Banquet [...]

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Emergency Department Clothes Closet Sparks Grass-roots Effort

Jun 03, 2014 No Comments

HANFORD − Thanks to a grass-roots effort by nurses and volunteers at Adventist Health / Central Valley Network, patients who are discharged from the Emergency Department will now leave with clothing, and a sense of dignity. In December 2013, Peggy Silva, a case manager for Adventist Medical Center-Hanford, says a homeless patient was given discharge orders but [...]

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Nearly Half of Americans Polled ‘Check In’ at Work While on Vacation

Jun 03, 2014 No Comments

PLYMOUTH, Minn., June 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ – Whether it is the strong American work ethic or a new cultural “norm” at the office, a recent consumer survey by Travel Leaders Group reveals that a significant number of Americans can’t – or won’t – fully disengage while on vacation.  Over 95% of those polled state they “have or will take” [...]

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Global Talent Shortage Hits Seven-Year High

Jun 02, 2014 No Comments

MILWAUKEE, June 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ – ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN), the world’s workforce expert, today released the company’s ninth annual Talent Shortage Survey results, revealing global employers continue to be plagued by talent shortages. ManpowerGroup’s survey of more than 37,000 employers in 42 countries and territories found that 36 percent of global employers are having difficulty finding candidates [...]

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Fresno Fair to Host Belmont Stakes Party and Food Collection Drive

Jun 02, 2014 No Comments

FRESNO - The Big Fresno Fair has announced that it will be hosting the premier satellite wagering party to celebrate and watch the Belmont Stakes Saturday, June 7 as local, Valley-native California Chrome races with sights set to become the first Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing winner in 36 years. This year’s Belmont Stakes excitement begins [...]

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Selma Fire Department Achieves Improved ISO Rating

May 30, 2014 No Comments

SELMA – The Selma Fire Department has had their ISO insurance rating upgraded from 5/7 in prior years to 3/3x.  The new rating will be effective July 1, 2014.  The change impacts many residents and businesses that currently pay a higher premium due to the present ISO rates. “This program will have a significant impact [...]

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Shoppers Want More ‘Personal,’ Less ‘Personalization’

May 29, 2014 No Comments

NEW YORK, May 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ – The boom globally in online shopping combined with the explosive growth of consumer data collection and analytics is reshaping retailer practices and consumer attitudes and behavior around the world. But as consumers adapt to the new technologies associated with shopping, they are also expressing concern about these same trends. They say [...]

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New Community Care Clinic Opens in Oakhurst

May 29, 2014 No Comments

OAKHURST – For the first time in its history, Adventist Health / Central Valley Network is opening a clinic in the foothills. The Community Care Clinic in Oakhurst will begin welcoming patients on June 2. The upstairs and downstairs clinics in the two-story building were formerly operated by Clovis Community Medical Center, who invited AH to take [...]

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Visalia Chamber of Commerce Announces New Board Members

May 28, 2014 No Comments

VISALIA - The Visalia Chamber of Commerce has announced that Karen Gross (State Farm Insurance), Nathan Halls (Suncrest Bank), Todd Mackey (Tropics by Design), Amy Pack (Amy Pack Strategic Marketing) and George Vasquez (Rabobank N.A.) are the newest members of the organization’s board of directors. The outgoing board members are Matt Graham (Hyde Commercial Real Estate), [...]

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Clinical Trial Reaffirms Diet Beverages Play Positive Role in Weight Loss

May 28, 2014 No Comments

DENVER, May 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — A groundbreaking new study published today in Obesity, the journal of The Obesity Society, confirms definitively that drinking diet beverages helps people lose weight. “This study clearly demonstrates that diet beverages can in fact help people lose weight, directly countering myths in recent years that suggest the opposite effect – weight gain,” [...]

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Deloitte Consumer Spending Slightly Revived

May 26, 2014 No Comments

NEW YORK, May 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ – The Deloitte Consumer Spending Index (Index) was marginally up in April. The Index tracks consumer cash flow as an indicator of future consumer spending[i]. “Real consumer spending has held up in recent months, and the outlook continues to remain positive,” said Daniel Bachman, Deloitte’s senior U.S. economist. “The slight uptick in [...]

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4th Annual Bass Lake Classic Triathlon is Saturday

May 24, 2014 No Comments

BASS LAKE – Athletes are gearing up for the 4th Annual Bass Lake Classic Triathlon taking place this Saturday, May 31 at the popular resort area. Bass Lake is located in the Sierra National Forest of eastern Madera County, about half an hour from the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park. It’s known for its blue [...]

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The Conference Board Leading Economic Index (LEI) for the U.S. Increased in April

May 23, 2014 No Comments

NEW YORK, May 23, 2014 /PRNewswire/ – The Conference Board Leading Economic Index® (LEI) for theU.S. increased 0.4 percent in April to 101.4 (2004 = 100), following a 1.0 percent increase in March, and a 0.5 percent increase in February. “The LEI rose for the third consecutive month, driven largely by improving housing and financial market conditions,” said Ataman Ozyildirim, [...]

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Kings River Closed for Recreation Due to Drought

May 23, 2014 No Comments

TULARE – Tulare County residents and visitors seeking to use the Kings River for recreational purposes, such as boating or water skiing, will not be able to due to extremely low water levels. Tulare County Parks & Recreation Manager Neil Pilegard said the Kings River has been closed effective immediately due to drought caused, low [...]

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City of Fresno Announces New Director of Transportation

May 22, 2014 No Comments

FRESNO – Mayor Ashley Swearengin and City Manager Bruce Rudd have announced that Brian Marshall has been named the City of Fresno’s new director of transportation, effective June 2, 2014. “Brian Marshall brings a broad range of experience in managing public transportation systems,” Rudd said. “I feel confident in his ability to enhance current passenger [...]

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Confidence Rebounds Among Office & Administrative Workers in the First Quarter of 2014

May 22, 2014 No Comments

ATLANTA, May 22, 2014 /PRNewswire/ – According to the Q1 Randstad Office & Administrative Confidence Index, overall optimism improved slightly this quarter, rising to 51.3 from 47.6 in the previous quarter.  The survey, which measures overall confidence among U.S. office and administrative professionals, was conducted online among 376 workers in this sector by Harris Poll on behalf of [...]

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ValleyPBS and Kerman High Students Create Substance-Free Lifestyle Public Service Announcements

May 21, 2014 No Comments

FRESNO – ValleyPBS has announced the completion of a youth media project in partnership with Kerman High School. The project was made possible by the generous support of a $10,000 grant from Aeropostale’s charitable foundation “Aero Gives.” Students from Kerman High’s F.O.R.S.S. Club (“Friends of Rachel for a Safer School” – established for Rachel Scott, [...]

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