If you are at all familiar with our local new stations, you probably know who Kopi Sotiropulos is. He’s on Fox, Channel 26, as a cohost of Great Day. I think when people are on TV, we automatically … [Read more...] about Local TV Personality – Kopi Sotiropulos
Mad Duck Goes Big with Campus Pointe Restaurant
In today’s edition of things you don’t need to know about Joanne: I have a thing for deviled eggs. I don’t know why exactly. I think because they were so novel to me. They aren’t exactly a part of the … [Read more...] about Mad Duck Goes Big with Campus Pointe Restaurant
Cafe Van Ness – An Indie Coffeehouse Experience in Gazebo Gardens
If you’re a frequent visitor to Gazebo Gardens you may have noticed it tucked away in the corner near the entrance: Cafe Van Ness, a new player in the local coffee scene. Located in the space formerly … [Read more...] about Cafe Van Ness – An Indie Coffeehouse Experience in Gazebo Gardens
Fresno Chaffee Zoo vs. San Diego Zoo
My family and I just got back from a much anticipated trip to Southern California. Our favorite sunny beach is Manhattan Beach, CA and we also love visiting Coronado, CA. We decided to combine the two … [Read more...] about Fresno Chaffee Zoo vs. San Diego Zoo
Community: Clovis High School Has Fresh Leadership in Denver Stairs
For a long time, nearly 80 years, Clovis High School was the only game in town. Its roots in the community go deeper than any other high school. Just two miles from campus, in the heart of Old … [Read more...] about Community: Clovis High School Has Fresh Leadership in Denver Stairs
A Year from Now – Monday Mojo
Yea I missed a couple weeks of the Monday Mojo series… my apologies. There is no excuse but there is a darn good reason - I was busy making a big change in my professional career. You may have read … [Read more...] about A Year from Now – Monday Mojo
The Freewheel Project
Everyone loves a good redemption story. Hollywood has been making movies around them for decades with our hero's having to overcome either their own demons or injustice, sometimes … [Read more...] about The Freewheel Project
Your local Fresno Clovis water parks!
This summer seems to be the summer of travel for lots of my friends. Many people are leaving the sweltering heat of the Valley for cooler places around California. I even have some friends traveling … [Read more...] about Your local Fresno Clovis water parks!
FresYes People – Travis Cluff and Chris Lofing’s ‘The Gallows’ Makes its Debut
"The Gallows" is a new horror film opening today. Maybe you've heard of it. It's gathered "Blair Witch"-level buzz over the past couple months and was produced, in part, by the same company that has … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Travis Cluff and Chris Lofing’s ‘The Gallows’ Makes its Debut
Choose Your Own Food Adventure at House of JuJu
I kind of feel like starting this blog with, “OMG IT’S SO DELICIOUS GO THERE NOW!” And then I want to try to figure out how I didn’t know about House of JuJu for over a year, and who I can yell at … [Read more...] about Choose Your Own Food Adventure at House of JuJu
Summer Reading – FresYes Style
It’s summer—time for long days at the pool, Grizzlies games, day trips to the beach, and . . . summer reading? The way you feel about summer reading probably depends on how you feel about reading … [Read more...] about Summer Reading – FresYes Style
One of FresYes’s best (yet little known!) kid’s birthday places
Last winter, my son was invited to a friend's birthday party to be held at California Pizza Kitchen, located on Blackstone and Nees in the Villagio Shopping Center. The party was set for 9:30am on a … [Read more...] about One of FresYes’s best (yet little known!) kid’s birthday places
Community: Jeremy Ward, Duncan Polytech High School Principal
A passion for science had Jeremy Ward, principal of Duncan Polytechnical High School, thinking about a career in wildlife biology when he entered college. But upon second review Ward decided the … [Read more...] about Community: Jeremy Ward, Duncan Polytech High School Principal
It’s A New Day at FresYES.com
Times, how they are a’ changing. In July 2010, I left my longtime real estate home—Realty Concepts—and joined Guarantee Real Estate. During the years that followed, I’ve continued to grow my … [Read more...] about It’s A New Day at FresYES.com
FresYes People – Vladimir Kosmin’s American Tale Stretches from Kazakhstan to Fresno
Dolly Parton once said in a TV interview that she's "more patriotic than political." That declaration always stuck with me. And it's in the spirit of Dolly's words that I hope you receive this … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Vladimir Kosmin’s American Tale Stretches from Kazakhstan to Fresno
Sharing our 4th of July Traditions
This whole week at work I’ve been focusing on the 4th of July. We’ve made maracas, fireworks with cereal, and read lots of books about the holiday. We’ve learned why we celebrate the 4th, and the … [Read more...] about Sharing our 4th of July Traditions
Quickly Bubble Tea Chain Comes to Clovis
Last week I wrote about Taipei 101, a new coffee and tea shop that recently opened in Fresno. It’s actually one of several new establishments in the area that serve up similar offerings. This week my … [Read more...] about Quickly Bubble Tea Chain Comes to Clovis
Fresno Grizzlies Owner Discusses Team’s Success and Challenges
There are few people in town who care more about the Fresno Grizzlies than Chris Cummings. Of course, this is in large part because he’s the president of the team and one of the owners. But as I sat … [Read more...] about Fresno Grizzlies Owner Discusses Team’s Success and Challenges
FresYes in the Know: Where to watch fireworks 2015!
This year, there has been growing concern regarding fireworks shows combined with dry conditions caused by the current drought, which is certainly understandable. However, there are also droves of … [Read more...] about FresYes in the Know: Where to watch fireworks 2015!
The 4th of July in FresYes
A dark FresYes night is swiftly turned from a blanket of darkness scattered with stars into a panorama of color and the booming sounds of pyrotechnics. Rockets explode into the summer night as our … [Read more...] about The 4th of July in FresYes
FresYes People – Mrs. California and Model Mother Chantea McIntyre
You could call Chantea McIntyre the mother of all multi-hyphenates. She's a wife to her college-sweetheart husband Michael, with whom she has three kids ages 5, 2, and 4 months. She's also a full-time … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Mrs. California and Model Mother Chantea McIntyre
Eat Local: Foster’s Donuts
As I was planning for this week’s post, I had to laugh at myself. Last week I wrote about eating healthy and exercising. This week, I’ll be writing about donuts. Ha! A couple of weeks ago I … [Read more...] about Eat Local: Foster’s Donuts
Volunteer with Your Kids at Daniel Tiger’s “Be My Neighbor Day”
One of my biggest passions in life is doing things that make a difference, whether it’s for just one person, one group or a whole community. It’s a desire I think I learned from my parents at an early … [Read more...] about Volunteer with Your Kids at Daniel Tiger’s “Be My Neighbor Day”
Taipei 101 Brings Unique Beverages and Desserts to Fresno
If there’s one thing long-time Fresnans know (and newcomers quickly discover), it’s that there are never too many ways to cool off during the hot summer months. If cold beverages and desserts are your … [Read more...] about Taipei 101 Brings Unique Beverages and Desserts to Fresno
How to declutter your wardrobe for good
Whether you are looking to sell your home, like some who visit Fresyes are, or just wanting to enjoy a more organized, easy to navigate home, clutter can be your arch enemy. The awful thing about … [Read more...] about How to declutter your wardrobe for good