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Greetings Fresno! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Facing eviction in Fresno? Start with these calls and protections today
  • Why Fresno leaders are pushing back against privatizing county libraries
  • How much could Fresno water and sewer bills climb by 2031?

Also on today's calendar: 16th Anniversary Garagiste Wine Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Very hot, with a high of 99 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and not as hot, temps: high: 85, low: 56.
  • Sunday: A couple of showers possible, with a high of 77 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Helping Homeless Kristina Mansfield – Fresno Emergency Housing & Assistance Guide (wordpress.com) — If you live in Fresno and are facing eviction or a housing crisis, this guide walks you through immediate steps, starting with the city's Eviction Protection Program for free legal help. It also explains your rights under California law, lists local rental assistance, food, and homelessness resources, and suggests fast‑cash options like plasma donation or gig work so you can stabilize while you fight your case.
   

2. Fresno City Council unanimously backs resolution opposing library privatization (abc30.com) — Fresno residents should know the City Council has unanimously passed a resolution opposing any move to privatize Fresno County libraries, signaling strong local support for keeping them public. The vote follows interest from a private company and growing debate over potential cost savings versus reduced hours, closures, and job losses, with county supervisors still only planning a briefing on the issue.
   

3. Fresno council considers raising water and sewer rates after decade of steady prices (fresnobee.com) — Fresno households could see their water and sewer bills rise starting January 2027, as the City Council weighs a five‑year rate hike after nearly a decade of flat prices. Councilmember Miguel Arias delayed the decision until after November's election, citing affordability and concerns about funding new developments, while Mayor Jerry Dyer argues incremental increases are needed to fix aging pipes in older neighborhoods.
   

4. Fresno Unified superintendent responds to declining enrollment (yourcentralvalley.com) — Fresno Unified is studying options like boundary changes, program consolidation, and possibly school closures as declining enrollment and tighter budgets strain the district, though leaders stress no closures are currently scheduled. Superintendent Misty Her and the teachers union are debating how to protect neighborhood schools while staying financially responsible, and further citywide enrollment studies are planned before any major decisions.
   

5. Central High sophomore and her goat overcome the odds ahead of Big Fresno Fair (abc30.com) — A Central High School sophomore in Fresno has spent months rehabilitating her goat, Lt. Dan, from severe leg deformities so he can compete at the Big Fresno Fair. She and nearly 70 Central Unified students will showcase livestock, highlighting the dedication and agricultural skills local teens gain through school farm programs and fair competitions.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • New Report: Connected Devices Create Hidden Cyber Risks for California Small Businesses —Jill Carlson Read on Patch
  • Question.
    I would appreciate respectful questions only. We received two packages in the mail through USPS. First, the name it was addressed to a grouping of… (Nextdoor The Dominion)
  • Update!
    Home was found!!! Thank you everyone! Hi neighbors we are fostering this beautiful baby boy that was abandoned. We are unable to keep it due to us… (Nextdoor Barstow/Blackstone)
  • Scrubcan Inc posted a job opening for Future Interest - Field & Cleaning Services in Fresno. Apply here.
  • Lucky Strike Entertainment posted a job opening for Janitor in Fresno. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fresno here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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