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Cheers Fresno! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Headed to tonight's College Night at the Fresno Convention Center?
  • How skipping school for trips could cost Fresno classrooms real money.
  • How a new rule could change safety at Courthouse Park

Also on today's calendar: Just The Tips headlining Football Kickoff Show + Open Mic and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Hot, with a high of 105 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Very hot, temps: high: 106, low: 72.
  • Friday: Sunny and toasty conditions, with a high of 101 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Latino College Expo connects Fresno Unified students with higher education opportunities (abc30.com) — Fresno Unified students packed the Fresno Convention Center for the district's Latino College Expo, meeting college reps, attending workshops, and even securing on-the-spot admissions and scholarships. If you missed it, Fresno County Superintendent of Schools is hosting a College Night at the same venue tonight from 6 to 8 p.m., offering more chances to explore higher education options.
   

2. Fresno Unified makes a plea for higher attendance: 'I get that Disneyland is less crowded' (yourcentralvalley.com) — Fresno Unified's chief financial officer is urging families to avoid pulling students from class for vacations or minor illnesses, warning that absences hurt both learning and district funding. With enrollment and attendance down, leaders say today's choices could force difficult budget decisions affecting programs and services for Fresno students.
   

3. Armed prosecutors coming soon to Fresno County Courthouse Park after stabbing (fresnobee.com) — Fresno County supervisors have approved a new ordinance allowing trained District Attorney's Office employees to carry firearms while walking through Courthouse Park, following last month's stabbing of a prosecutor there. Officials also plan more visible sheriff's patrols and allow other staff to carry pepper spray, aiming to improve safety around the Fresno County Superior Court complex.
   

4. Fresno County nursing leaders honored for service (thebusinessjournal.com) — Fresno County supervisors have honored five local nursing leaders for expanding access to care, mentoring future nurses, and organizing health outreach across the Central Valley. Their work includes scholarships, culturally responsive care, health fairs, and food distribution that directly support families in and around Fresno.
   

5. 'Truly phenomenal': Fresno State brings home two Emmys (yourcentralvalley.com) — Fresno State just earned two Emmy Awards for videos showcasing Bulldog pride and the Downing Planetarium, putting the university and Fresno in the national spotlight. The award-winning pieces highlight local students, athletes, scientists, and a beloved campus planetarium, celebrating stories that reflect the Central Valley community.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday September 9
  • House of Reps - LECTURE HALL
    Bullard Lecture Hall
    11:30 am
    • Thursday September 10
  • Betty Rodriguez: Chair Yoga at the Library
    Betty Rodriguez Regional Library BRR Meeting Room
    9:15 am
  • Girls Tennis v Clovis East
    Bullard Fresno, CA 93704
    3:00 pm
  • F/JV/V Girls VB v Buchanan
    Bullard Fresno, CA 93704
    3:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Does anyone out there like murals...
    I always stop to take a photo when I see a new one, these were near the Tower district... : ) (Nextdoor Fresno East)
  • Looking for this timid female shepard mix.
    Ran because of dove season shooting. Please call if sited in surrounding area from Central and McCall. She is loved by me since the 4th of July… (Nextdoor Locan)
  • Lucky Brand Jeans posted a job opening for PT Store Supervisor in Fresno. Apply here.
  • Panda Restaurant Group posted a job opening for Assistant Manager (P1-1357667-9) in Fresno. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fresno here.

Ok Fresno! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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