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šŸŒ± What a nearā€‘miss on Mooney Boulevard means for Visalia driversā€™ wallets

Visalia, California Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello again Visalia! Weā€™re bringing you the latest town highlights. Donā€™t miss out, keep going! ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • What a nearā€‘miss on Mooney Boulevard means for Visalia driversā€™ wallets
  • How could this State Senate race reshape policy affecting Visalia?
  • How a 16ā€‘month operation tied Visalia into a major drug bust

Also on today's calendar: Barrelhouse Visalia Bingo Night and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Fog will lift this morning, with a high of 67 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 69, low: 46.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 47 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. Police Say a Visalia Driver Doing 80-Plus Skidded Across the Median and Barely Missed a Cop Car (newsbreak.com) ā€” A lateā€‘night incident on Visaliaā€™s Mooney Boulevard saw a driver allegedly speeding over 80 mph lose control, skid across the median, and narrowly miss a Visalia police cruiser before being arrested on suspicion of reckless driving. The story uses the case to explain Californiaā€™s reckless driving laws, possible car impound, insurance and DMV consequences, and how it ties into Visalia police efforts to curb speeding on Mooney.
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2. Hurtado leading Gonzalez in early results in 16th State Senate District race (bakersfield.com) ā€” Incumbent Sen. Melissa Hurtado holds a solid early lead over challenger Guillermo Gonzalez in the 16th State Senate District, which includes parts of Visalia along Highway 99. The race will shape decisions on water infrastructure, oil permitting, taxes, regulations, and highā€‘speed rail that could influence daily life and economic conditions across the region.
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3. Tulare Sheriffs arrest multiple drug traffickers (thesungazette.com) ā€” A major 16ā€‘month drug investigation involving Tulare County deputies and Visalia Police ended with 23 arrests, 22 search warrants, and the seizure of guns, cash, and multiple drugs across Tulare and Kings counties. Investigators say suspects included a Visalia man and his brother as they unraveled three trafficking networks, with federal and state agencies joining the coordinated Oct. 29 takedown.
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4. Magsig takes early lead in race for CA Senate District covering northeast Fresno, Clovis (fresnobee.com) ā€” Early results show Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig leading the race for a California Senate seat that includes part of Visalia, along with northeast Fresno, Clovis, and areas of Tulare and Kern counties. Visalia resident William Brown Jr., a Libertarian Marine veteran, trails while campaigning on lower taxes and fewer regulations that could affect local policy.
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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • OJ was dumped in my neighborhood in October of 2023.
    I am thankful he chose me to be his personal cat butler. I am posting two pictures from 2023 and two pictures of his life now in 2026 (Nextdoor Sierra Point)
  • My youngest in TK is getting an award from the Tulare County office Of Education tomorrow afternoon.
    We found her the most beautiful dress and now sheā€™s looking for some bows. Do you know where I can find them? Please and thank you! (Nextdoor Walnut Grove)
  • Panda Express posted a job opening for Assistant Manager (P1-1376893-8) in Visalia. Apply here.
  • Smart & Final posted a job opening for Part Time Retail Associate - 791 Visalia in Visalia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Visalia here.

Ok Visalia! 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: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" ā€” Stationary! (Thank you Bee G. for sending it in!)
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