This past week, my family and I did something I’ve always wanted to do, but somehow never managed to make happen before: we enjoyed a full day together at the lake on a pontoon boat. We don’t have anyone in our family or friend group that owns a boat currently, however, back when I was […]
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The Clovis Housing Market in Mid-2026: Why This Community Keeps Earning Its Reputation as a Smart Place to Buy
If you have spent any time house hunting in the Fresno-Clovis area, you have probably noticed something about Clovis: it never really goes out of style. Markets heat up, markets cool down, interest rates bounce around, and yet week after week, buyers keep circling the same neighborhoods northeast of Fresno. The latest market data helps […]
My Analogue Summer: 6 Screen-Free Hobbies Quieting My Stress
I recently purchased an Oura Ring, hoping to learn more about my body’s current health, sleep patterns, and stress levels so I can improve them. I know stress is incredibly detrimental to a person’s health, but unfortunately, I’m also someone who tends to carry a good deal of stress in ways I can physically feel: […]
The June 2026 Housing Report: Why Fresno Buyers Are Making Their Move
If you’ve been watching the real estate headlines lately, you might be seeing some big numbers that feel a little disconnected from what we experience every day here in the Central Valley. The California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.) just released its June 2026 sales and price report, and the big news statewide is that California’s […]
A Paw-fect Day Out for You and Your Pup
Anyone who knows me knows I’m a dog person. Our family dog, Fresno, has a way of making every day a little brighter. Whether he’s greeting us at the door, coming with me to the office, or simply reminding me to slow down and enjoy the moment, he’s a big part of our family. That’s […]
My Fresno Summer Bucket List
Even though it’s toasty out right now in my favorite city, there’s still so much fun and joy to be had. This time of year, I manage my dislike of hot weather by mimicking the lifestyle of crepuscular animals: I stay hidden and indoors when the sun is out, then have all my fun in […]
ApCal Rock’n Ranch Is Turning 15 and Everyone’s Invited
If you’ve followed us on social media for a while, you might remember that we’ve hosted quite a few ApCal Rock’n Ranch ticket giveaways. It’s one of our favorite partnerships because we get to send our followers out for an unforgettable night of live music. This time, though, there’s no giveaway because everyone gets in […]
The Shop That’s Been Making Memories Permanent: Clovis Ink Tattoo
If you’ve driven around Old Town Clovis over the years, chances are you’ve seen Clovis Ink Tattoo. What you may not know is that it’s home to a pretty incredible local story. Back in 2007, Rudy Acosta and his father set out to open what would become the first tattoo shop in Clovis history. It […]
Meet the Fresno Cleaner Going Viral for Keeping It Real: Suhaila Mendoza’s Pure Essence Story
If you have spent any time on Fresno social media lately, there is a good chance you have stumbled across Suhaila Mendoza. She is the face behind Pure Essence Cleaning Company, and she has been quietly (okay, not so quietly) going locally viral for giving people an honest, behind the scenes look at what it […]
Masa Madre Is Open: A Beloved Fresno Family Restaurant Reimagined
A few weeks ago, in my roundup of Fresno openings I was excited about, I mentioned Masa Madre, a new Mexican restaurant and tortilleria opening on the northeast corner of Palm and Bullard, and flagged their unique plan to offer tortilla making classes on Saturdays as something that had me particularly intrigued. I’m happy to […]