It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! In this episode, I get up early (really early) and head to rock-n-roll breakfast spot Benaddiction in northwest Fresno. On the menu? An Eggs Benedict … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Benaddiction
Volunteers needed to install smoke alarms in Valley homes
If you're looking for a way to volunteer your time in the new year, the American Red Cross has an opportunity for you to do just that. The MLK Sound the Alarm, Save a Life Service Event will take … [Read more...] about Volunteers needed to install smoke alarms in Valley homes
Tacos, hiking, and ghosts: What Fresnans were obsessed with in 2017
I love end-of-the-year posts. Best of, worst of, most this, most that—I just really like lists and summing things up. So here is my contribution to the tradition: A list of the most-read … [Read more...] about Tacos, hiking, and ghosts: What Fresnans were obsessed with in 2017
11 things I’ve learned while losing 135 pounds
I feel great. Long gone are the digestive issues, chest pains, general lethargic feeling, and shortness of breath I would have from just walking up a flight of steps. There is no longer a need to … [Read more...] about 11 things I’ve learned while losing 135 pounds
These are Fresno’s top 5 favorite Christmas movies
Earlier this week I took a very unscientific poll. I asked people on Facebook to name the Christmas movies they HAVE to watch every Christmas. Per your answers, here are Fresno's top 5 Christmas … [Read more...] about These are Fresno’s top 5 favorite Christmas movies
Grizzly Fest goes bigger—and north
The line-up for the annual Grizzly Fest has been announced, and with performers like Snoop Dog, Nas, and Foster the People headlining, the festival is bigger than ever. It's not just the … [Read more...] about Grizzly Fest goes bigger—and north
Fresno Flavor: Casa de Tamales
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! In this episode, I celebrate the holiday season with a long-standing food tradition: tamales. Join me as I visit with Liz Sanchez, owner of … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Casa de Tamales
Fresno attorney and judge pens mystery novel
Fans of mystery novels, there's a new book available, and it has a local connection. Fresno attorney James A. Ardaiz, former presiding justice of the California Fifth District Court of Appeal, has … [Read more...] about Fresno attorney and judge pens mystery novel
Check out the films from Swede Fest 17
Last Sunday, Swede Fest 17 was held in the Tower Theatre in Fresno. We covered Swede Fest and its origins pretty extensively in this post and this post, but for you visual types, ValleyPBS has put … [Read more...] about Check out the films from Swede Fest 17
Set an alert: FresYes Fest 2018 is a go
I know. "Set an alert" sounds goofy, but I'm working on the assumption that maybe six people reading this still have a physical calendar they can mark. FRESYES FEST. You know it, you love it. You … [Read more...] about Set an alert: FresYes Fest 2018 is a go
Feeling down? You need some Positive Hennergy
I feel like FresYes has written enough articles about Sam Hansen that he doesn't need much of an introduction at this point, so I'll just throw out some key phrases and let you fill in the … [Read more...] about Feeling down? You need some Positive Hennergy
Call the sitter: it’s Fresno Adult Prom night
Have you ever wished you could go back in time and relive your prom? Or at least try again with better hair and makeup? Now's your chance! Taking place at The Grand 1401 on Fulton St., Fresno Adult … [Read more...] about Call the sitter: it’s Fresno Adult Prom night
Fresno Flavor: Chef Paul’s Cafe
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! It's the fourth episode and I'm heading to one of the best-kept secrets in town: Chef Paul's Cafe. Chef Paul Pearson has been serving up his … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Chef Paul’s Cafe
There’s way too much happening this weekend
Every week, I put together a post letting you know what's happening over the weekend (please check it out—it takes forever to assemble). This week as I was putting together Friday's post, I … [Read more...] about There’s way too much happening this weekend
17 Swedes to watch (aka movie parodies) before Swede Fest 17
There are two weeks left before the Dec. 4 deadline to submit a Swede for Swede Fest 17, which is still plenty of time to put something together. Instead of screaming about politics with your family … [Read more...] about 17 Swedes to watch (aka movie parodies) before Swede Fest 17
Get to know Michele Reher, your FresYes Realty agent
I know that my agents are pretty special, and I think it’s time you know that, too. That’s why I’m going to be highlighting each of them from time to time so you can get to know your FresYes … [Read more...] about Get to know Michele Reher, your FresYes Realty agent
HGTV realtor attends FresYes Realty Broker’s Open
On Wednesday, I held one of those events I truly love to do: a Broker's Open with a twist. The twist in this case was a talk given by Herman Chan, a Sotheby's agent who is a rock star in the … [Read more...] about HGTV realtor attends FresYes Realty Broker’s Open
Get your tickets now: Benefit concert for Tokyo Garden is Dec. 9
A concert to benefit the owners of Tokyo Garden has been scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 9, at Fulton 55 in downtown Fresno. The Fresno Bee reported in September that Tommy Yoshioka, who owns and … [Read more...] about Get your tickets now: Benefit concert for Tokyo Garden is Dec. 9
Fresno Flavor: Take 3 Burgers
It's time for another episode of Fresno Flavor! In my third episode, I'm heading to the newly reopened Fulton Street to check out a burger restaurant that has been thriving in downtown Fresno since … [Read more...] about Fresno Flavor: Take 3 Burgers
Want to be in the 88th Annual Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade?
The 88th Annual Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, Dec. 2, and you can be a part of the festivities. This year's parade theme is "A Funky Fulton Christmas"—a … [Read more...] about Want to be in the 88th Annual Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade?
Get to know FresYes Realty office manager Corrie Tufte
I know that the staff and agents at FresYes Realty and the writers at FresYes.com are all really special, and I think it’s time you know that, too. That’s why I like to shine a light on them from … [Read more...] about Get to know FresYes Realty office manager Corrie Tufte
Get to know FresYes.com writer Sarah Soghomonian
I know that the staff and agents at FresYes Realty and the writers at FresYes.com are all really special, and I think it’s time you know that, too. That’s why I like to shine a light on them from … [Read more...] about Get to know FresYes.com writer Sarah Soghomonian
My 5am Club presentation: 10 ways to be a bad-you-know-what
Yesterday I had the privilege of presenting to the supremely motivational 5am Club led by Sharran Srivatsaa. I've learned a lot and have been truly inspired by this daily conference call, and … [Read more...] about My 5am Club presentation: 10 ways to be a bad-you-know-what
Watch the World Series starting tonight at Chukchansi Park
If you haven't heard, the Houston Astros are playing in the World Series this year against the L.A. Dodgers. These teams have significance to a lot of Fresnans—the California-based Dodgers have a lot … [Read more...] about Watch the World Series starting tonight at Chukchansi Park
Don’t miss the Hella Ninja pop-up at the Fulton Street Party
This Saturday will see the grand re-opening of Fulton Street which, as you know, is opening to auto traffic for the first time in a thousand or so years (check out our guide to the … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the Hella Ninja pop-up at the Fulton Street Party