The city of Clovis is going through tremendous growth. In 2014, it was one of the fastest-growing cities in California. Clovis East High School has a front-row seat to the change—its campus is … [Read more...] about Community: Chuck Sandoval Leads Clovis East’s Wolf Pack
Here at FresYes we love to tell stories about people. It's part of what makes this place so special. You'll find a lot of our "People" stories below but we'd also like to hear your story. - pop over and say Hi!!
FresYes People – Kathy Lewis Turns Lavender into a Plant with a Purpose
The benefits of lavender are many. Its oil can sooth burns and relieve stress. As a lotion, it can smooth dry, cracked skin. A pouch of it dried can be added to drawers, suitcases and gym bags to … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Kathy Lewis Turns Lavender into a Plant with a Purpose
FresYes People – Byron Watkins Gives Local Filmmakers ‘A Reason to Create Something’
Los Angeles and Fresno couldn't be more different, minus the fact that they're located in the same state. One is known for its farmland. The other is often referred to as "La La Land." But great films … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Byron Watkins Gives Local Filmmakers ‘A Reason to Create Something’
Community: Brian Beck Believes in Bullard High School and its Students
Brian Beck talks a lot about trajectories. As principal of Bullard High School in Fresno, he has a hand in shaping and guiding the trajectories of more than 2,500 students. So it's no wonder … [Read more...] about Community: Brian Beck Believes in Bullard High School and its Students
FresYes People – For Corrine Bell, Home is Where the Art Is
Art and pets. That's what Corrine Bell's Fresno home is filled with. Bell is one of an ever growing group of creatives leaving their mark—whether it be in ink, paint or other medium—on the local art … [Read more...] about FresYes People – For Corrine Bell, Home is Where the Art Is
FresYes People – Local Mom Talks Family and What Mother’s Day Means to Her
Tomorrow is Mother's Day. Hopefully you knew that already and have a sweet gift (handmade or store-bought, it's the thought that counts) waiting for your mom. For some, the holiday is celebrated with … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Local Mom Talks Family and What Mother’s Day Means to Her
Community: Buchanan High School’s Mama Bear Ricci Ulrich
Buchanan High School is the middle child of the Clovis Unified School District. It's not the oldest high school and it's not the newest. But it's certainly carved out a niche for itself in this … [Read more...] about Community: Buchanan High School’s Mama Bear Ricci Ulrich
FresYes People – Forrest Armstrong Puts the Pieces Back Together in his Jewelry
It was by chance that Forrest Armstrong landed on the doorstep (or in the yard, rather) of well-known renegades of avant-garde jewelry Alex & Lee in 2004. At the time, Armstrong was working as a … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Forrest Armstrong Puts the Pieces Back Together in his Jewelry
FresYes People – New Church Offers an ‘Encounter’ with God
Joe Basile has a lot of tattoos. He's also a sharp dresser who seems to favor bow ties and vests paired with button-up shirts and skinny jeans; and the wave of dark hair piled atop his head is a … [Read more...] about FresYes People – New Church Offers an ‘Encounter’ with God
FresYes People – It’s Service Before Self for Selma Volunteer Dori Moya
"Here I have so much love. What else could I need?" - Dori Moya How someone so small in stature could have such a large impact on a community is extraordinary. But the numbers don't lie. With … [Read more...] about FresYes People – It’s Service Before Self for Selma Volunteer Dori Moya
Guest Post: Bianca Echeveste
Guest Post from Bianca Echeveste I actually live in Firebaugh, but since no one knows where that is, I claim Fresno. I hope that counts; maybe like an honorary Fresnian or something. The fact … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Bianca Echeveste
FresYes People – Ellie Koleen is Fresno’s Instagram ‘It’ Girl
Ellie Koleen is cool. Let's just get that out of the way. But what makes her particular brand of cool so appealing is that it's 100 percent real and involves really gorgeous photographs. Koleen is … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Ellie Koleen is Fresno’s Instagram ‘It’ Girl
FresYes People – Mathr de León Talks Catacomb Party 2015
Los Angeles has Coachella. San Francisco has Outside Lands. And a handful of other American cities with high concentrations of hip, music-loving young folks with disposable income have their … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Mathr de León Talks Catacomb Party 2015
FresYes People – ‘Fall in like’ with Ryan Hudgins’ Youth Football Camp
Ryan Hudgins wants kids to "fall in like" with football. Not love, like. Kids, he says, can use the sport as a way to develop skills both on and off the field. And they should see football as … [Read more...] about FresYes People – ‘Fall in like’ with Ryan Hudgins’ Youth Football Camp
FresYes People – Tioga-Sequoia’s Mike Cruz Talks FresYes Fest 2015
Today's the day. It's the 2nd annual FresYes Fest in downtown Fresno. In just hours, hundreds, if not thousands, of people will flock to Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Company's Fulton Street beer garden in … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Tioga-Sequoia’s Mike Cruz Talks FresYes Fest 2015
FresYes People – Local Teacher Wins Big on Wheel of Fortune
Solve this "Wheel of Fortune" puzzle. The category is "People," and you have the vowels to get you started. Go! _ A _ IE _ O _ E Got it? If you guessed KATIE POPE you are correct! Sadly, there are … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Local Teacher Wins Big on Wheel of Fortune
FresYes People – From Performer to Producer: Rogue’s Jonathon Hogan
What's your idea of pillow talk? Without going into too much detail, it's probably a playful back-and-forth that includes key words like "sexy" and "baby." But, does it ever involve breathy whispers … [Read more...] about FresYes People – From Performer to Producer: Rogue’s Jonathon Hogan
FresYes People – Tye Featherstone Opens The Great American Barbershop
Tye Featherstone wants to keep it handsome. The "it" being all of Fresno. And so he's opened The Great American Barbershop on the corner of Perrin and Sommerville in the northeast part of the … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Tye Featherstone Opens The Great American Barbershop
FresYes People – The Heavyweight Humor of John “J.J.” Jones
Have you ever met someone who says all the things everyone else is afraid to say? A person who says things that most people living in this world of maxed-out political correctness think but wouldn't … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Heavyweight Humor of John “J.J.” Jones
FresYes People – Local Novelist Proves Romance Isn’t Dead in Fresno
The funny thing about local author Gabriela Lawson's entry into the world of writing romance novels, is that it was her ex-husband's idea. Rather, it was her ex-husband's challenge, which Lawson … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Local Novelist Proves Romance Isn’t Dead in Fresno
FresYes People – Ice Cream Entrepreneurs Want to Sweeten Up Fresno
Perfect pairings are at the center of Amelia and Jeff Bennett's plan to bring artisan ice cream to Fresno. Which is not surprising, coming from a married couple very much in love. In love with each … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Ice Cream Entrepreneurs Want to Sweeten Up Fresno
FresYes People – The Little Zookeeper that Could…And Did
"Even on a bad day, I still get a day at the zoo." - Alex Alamar Zookeepers are animal lovers and animal caretakers. They manage the diets and environments of animals in captivity. And, yes, that … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Little Zookeeper that Could…And Did
FresYes People – Catch Him if You Can: Fernando Cabada
"I like running. It's like brushing your teeth. It's just something I've gotta do. I need it." - Fernando Cabada Fernando Cabada is hard to keep up with. Literally. Born and raised in Fresno, … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Catch Him if You Can: Fernando Cabada
FresYes People – The Local Sound of The Long Black Veils
A new year calls for new music. New local music. Formed in 2010, with two albums and dozens of live gigs played around the Central Valley and California under their belts, The Long Black Veils have … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Local Sound of The Long Black Veils
FresYes People – The Writers of FresYes Wish You a Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, everybody! We are in the first few moments of a brand new string of 365 days just waiting to be filled with activities, family, friends, music, trips, laughter, adventure... The … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Writers of FresYes Wish You a Happy New Year!