Every now and then, someone comes along who reminds the rest of the world what we here in the Central Valley already know: Greatness grows in our backyard. Josh Allen isn’t just one of the best … [Read more...] about Josh Allen: The Central Valley Kid Who Keeps Making Us Proud
Angel Tree Program: Light Up Someone’s Holiday 🎄✨
The holiday season is the perfect time to spread a little joy, and our Angel Tree Program makes it simple and a little magical. Here’s how it works: you decide how many angels you’d like to sponsor, … [Read more...] about Angel Tree Program: Light Up Someone’s Holiday 🎄✨
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Local in Clovis: A Five-Star Gem You Need to Try
If you’re looking for a place in Clovis that nails it on cleanliness, service, and absolutely unforgettable food, let me introduce you to The Local. I’ve been to a lot of restaurants (comes with the … [Read more...] about ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Local in Clovis: A Five-Star Gem You Need to Try
A Caruthers Thanksgiving, Zero Visibility And Fog Safety Every Fresno Driver Should Know
We’ve had our fair share of dreamy, golden-sunset mornings here in the Valley, but every once in a while, something else moves in: heavy fog. If you drive anytime around dawn (or even late at night) … [Read more...] about A Caruthers Thanksgiving, Zero Visibility And Fog Safety Every Fresno Driver Should Know
IllumiNature at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo Is Back – And This Year It’s Better Than Ever
We are so lucky to have a world-class zoo right here in Fresno. Not only does the Fresno Chaffee Zoo constantly work to give animals and visitors the very best experience, but it also puts on some of … [Read more...] about IllumiNature at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo Is Back – And This Year It’s Better Than Ever
5 Ways to Give Back Locally This Season
The holiday season always brings a rush of activity, but for many it’s also a time for families to give back and look for ways to help others. According to the most recent census data (which was … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Give Back Locally This Season
7 Things Only Fresno Locals Truly Get
There’s something special about living in Fresno. Outsiders might scratch their heads, but if you’re from here, you just know. Here are a few things that make Fresno… Fresno. 1. The 99 Is Both a … [Read more...] about 7 Things Only Fresno Locals Truly Get
5 Talented Fineline Tattoo Artists to Know in the Central Valley
My love of tattoos started later in life than it did for many before me, but something shifted when I began seeing fineline, delicate, and feminine tattoos become popular and accessible. If you’ve … [Read more...] about 5 Talented Fineline Tattoo Artists to Know in the Central Valley
Meet the Man Behind Benchmark Pool Supply: A Story of Local Roots and Lasting Commitment
For more than 30 years, Benchmark Pool Supply has been a trusted name in the Central Valley the place families and businesses turn to when they want their pools running right and ready for summer. ☀️ … [Read more...] about Meet the Man Behind Benchmark Pool Supply: A Story of Local Roots and Lasting Commitment
Reclaimed Mt. Goods: A Vintage Treasure Worth the Short Drive
My dear reader, a couple of weeks ago I wrote about a wonderful breakfast restaurant that I was hesitant to share widely because, truth be told, I wanted to gatekeep it so I could still snag a weekend … [Read more...] about Reclaimed Mt. Goods: A Vintage Treasure Worth the Short Drive
Explore, Taste, and Play: Fresno State Fall Celebration
Kick off your weekend with a fun, family-friendly adventure at Fresno State! The Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology is hosting its Open House on Saturday, 10/18, from 9am to noon … [Read more...] about Explore, Taste, and Play: Fresno State Fall Celebration
The Power of Early Detection: Why Breast Cancer Awareness Matters More Than Ever 💗
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when pink ribbons, charity walks, and heartfelt stories remind us that awareness saves lives. But behind the campaigns are real people, real families, … [Read more...] about The Power of Early Detection: Why Breast Cancer Awareness Matters More Than Ever 💗
Austro Coffee Brings a Taste of Matcha Magic to Downtown Fresno
Isn’t it nice when a new business opens right where you live, work, or study that happens to fill a gap you didn’t realize was so big? If you’re one of the many Fresnans who spend time downtown and … [Read more...] about Austro Coffee Brings a Taste of Matcha Magic to Downtown Fresno
Your 2025 FresYes Pumpkin Patch Guide
If you’re like me, as soon as October rolls around, you start craving all things fall: crisp morning walks, spiced drinks, and of course, pumpkin patches. I still remember trips to the pumpkin patch … [Read more...] about Your 2025 FresYes Pumpkin Patch Guide
Raisin Hell Ranch: Terror in the Cornfield Returns for Its 17th Season! 👻🎃
It’s back… and scarier than ever! Raisin Hell Ranch, long known as “the Scariest Haunt in the Valley,” is celebrating its 17th Halloween season by cranking up the screams while keeping prices low so … [Read more...] about Raisin Hell Ranch: Terror in the Cornfield Returns for Its 17th Season! 👻🎃
From CenCal to Fresno State: How Rugby Found Its Place in Our Family
Back in 2021, I sat down with Coach Nate of CenCal Youth Sports for an interview on FresYes. What struck me then was how deeply he believed rugby could change lives. CenCal wasn’t just about the game, … [Read more...] about From CenCal to Fresno State: How Rugby Found Its Place in Our Family
Roaring Into Tradition: The Big Fresno Fair Rodeo Rides Back
Pull on your boots — the 2025 Big Fresno Fair kicks off with a bang, and nothing screams Valley tradition like the first-ever Big Fresno Fair Rodeo. On October 3 & 4, the Brian I. Tatarian … [Read more...] about Roaring Into Tradition: The Big Fresno Fair Rodeo Rides Back
Fresno State Rugby
Where We’ve Been, What We’ve Done, and What’s Next If you're from Fresno or you care about Bulldog pride, you know sports aren’t just games — they build character, community, grit. Fresno State … [Read more...] about Fresno State Rugby
🌴 California’s 2026 Housing Forecast — and What It Means for Fresno 🌆
Breathe it in, friends — after a few years of fits and starts, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS just dropped their official 2026 forecast, and it’s looking like blue skies are finally breaking … [Read more...] about 🌴 California’s 2026 Housing Forecast — and What It Means for Fresno 🌆
From Pasta to Pop-Ups: 5 Local Experiences I’m Excited For
As a featured blogger here at FresYes.com, I take my job of exploring our awesome city with fresh eyes pretty seriously. I’m a big fan of my hometown, and I love how it continues to develop and grow … [Read more...] about From Pasta to Pop-Ups: 5 Local Experiences I’m Excited For
Your Guide to Fresno Greek Fest 2025: Food, Music & Culture
🎉 Opa, Fresno! Get ready to raise a glass (and maybe a gyro) because the Greek Fest is back this weekend, September 19–21, at St. George Greek Orthodox Church! 🇬🇷✨ For three incredible days, Fresno … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Fresno Greek Fest 2025: Food, Music & Culture
🍇 The Secret September Season:
Why Fresno/Clovis Locals Have It Better Than Napa Right Now Most people think “wine country” and their brain immediately drifts to Napa or Sonoma. But here’s a little local secret: if you live in … [Read more...] about 🍇 The Secret September Season:
Your Weeknight Fun: Fresno & Clovis Pub Quiz Nights
Did you know that the Fresno/Clovis area has a vibrant and growing pub quiz and trivia night scene? It truly does! These team events are such a fun excuse to get together with friends on a weeknight, … [Read more...] about Your Weeknight Fun: Fresno & Clovis Pub Quiz Nights
California Housing Market in July 2025 — What’s Happening in the Central Valley
If you’ve lived in the Central Valley long enough, you know our real estate market doesn’t always move at the same pace as the Bay Area or Los Angeles. It’s a little more grounded here. Still, when … [Read more...] about California Housing Market in July 2025 — What’s Happening in the Central Valley
The New Locally-owned Mexican Restaurant You Need to Try in Riverpark
When Rubio’s left it’s longtime location in Riverpark recently, I wondered what would go in its place. When Mex Sabor opened I registered it briefly in my mind, but didn’t make an effort to visit … [Read more...] about The New Locally-owned Mexican Restaurant You Need to Try in Riverpark