Thinking of buying a condo? There’s no better time than now, in fact, we have a new one to just hit the market you can see here There are a lot of benefits that come from condo ownership, in fact, you could even think about it as “Home Ownership: Lite” – no yardwork, easy to […]
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I lost my home in a fire – what I wish I’d known
Just over a year ago, Brooke Rummonds and her family lost their beloved family home to a freak explosion in an outdoor garbage can that quickly ignited their home and engulfed it in flames. While Brooke and her family (including furry family members) were able to escape to safety, their home was a total loss. […]
The Creek Fire: How you can help.
Sadly, what started as a small, three-acre fire has now blazed into a massive and currently uncontrolled wildfire that has consumed over 75,000 acres of our beautiful neighboring Sierras as of the evening of Sunday, September 6th. Conditions continue to make for extremely dangerous fire conditions, and currently the flames are 0% contained, and communities […]
Tom Seaver, exceptional human, who led ‘Miracle Mets’ to glory, dies at 75
I’ve always enjoyed telling the stories of the people in our community the most. Don’t get me wrong, indulging in local fare and sharing with you where to get the best foods is right up there with my other favorite things to write about – our homes, neighborhoods and events. But if pressed to only […]
3 New Treats and Eats Deliverable to You!
Are you like me? Do you like to stay in the comfort of your home and have delicious foods brought to your door? If you said yes, this post is for you! There are three new companies delivering awesome eats and treats your way in the Fresno/Clovis area! Dough Amazing – Are you cookie lover? […]
Support local charities and possibly win a brand new home with Granville Home of Hope 2020!
If you’ve lived in Fresno for sometime, odds are you’ve heard of one of the area’s largest and most exciting fundraising events, the Granville Home of Hope. This event offers locals the opportunity to purchase an entry to potentially win a brand-new Granville home valued at $350,000 for a $100 donation that will benefit one […]
Meet Dracaena Wines: From Hobbyists to Double Gold Winning Winemakers
Michael and Lori Budd are Fresno transplants who came to California following a career opportunity, but moreover chasing a dream. While living in New Jersey, the Budds were fans of good wine and had been customers of a place that allowed members of the public to ship in grapes and try their hand at making […]
Is that good ol’ American front porch making a come back?
There is something magical about walking or driving down the street and seeing people sitting on their front porch. A nod of the head, a welcoming wave or perhaps even a handshake and invite for something cold to drink. Is it possible that in response to sheltering in place, technological changes, and social pressures that […]
A Sunday Night Dinner Recipe That’s Sure to be a Hit
Since Shelter in Place, I’ve been cooking a lot more (although if I’m being entirely honest, when it’s really hot, like it’s been for the past week, that changes a bit – hot kitchens are no fun!) and I’ve been toying around with new and different foods and recipes. There’s one recipe that has come […]
Local Love – Patio Eats Edition
Time to give a quick shout-out to locally-owned restaurants that are practicing incredible resolve and shifting their business to outdoor dining. Some have even gone the extra mile by bringing in shade structures and misters for their customers. We see you! Check out our lists. There are so many (aren’t we lucky!). If we missed […]
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14689 Academy Oaks Ln, Clovis, CA 93619
At the end of a long tree lined driveway is your Clovis country home, ready and waiting for you, your guests, family and friends. Built in 1996 with an exceptional level of craftsmanship, this 3,330 square foot home is being offered for sale by the original owners. Positioned at the end of the developments culdesac, […]
8 Covid-Safe at Home Date Ideas
My husband and I have been working from home together, going out of the house only for grocery trips and occasional take-out pick ups since March 15th. I recognize that people are getting out of their homes to varying degrees and have different comfort levels with doing so. (I also definitely recognize the privilege it […]
Support Locals, Get Affordable Grocery Delivery
Grocery delivery services have become increasingly popular and in high-demand thanks to COVID-19 and shelter-in-place requirements. Larger companies like Instacart, Shipt, Amazon Fresh and Wal-mart delivery have been BUSY and hiring shoppers in numbers. However, some shoppers using the national services have run into issues including difficulty booking a shopping or delivery slot due to […]
FresYes Helps You Plan Your Staycation
The Cornoavirus has lots of people rethinking their summer vacation plans. Many are choosing to stay close to home. That doesn’t mean you can’t still have fun and create memories. FresYes has put together a list of places to consider for your “staycation”. Forestiere Underground Gardens Be a tourist in your own city. […]
Love Local Produce? Food 4 Thought will make your week!
Every time an out of state friend or family member visits, they always want to go shopping for fruits and vegetables, as they share that the produce they have access to pales in comparison to the fresh, ripe and generally affordable options we have here in the Central Valley. I love taking out-of-town guests to […]
Fresyes Food: Amazing Mexican Frozen Treats from Tagin’s Snacks
Whether you’re a lifelong Fresnan or new to the area one obvious benefit to our great city is the amazing array of diverse cuisines made accessible through local restaurants and businesses. A friend recently alerted me to an awesome place to get Mexican ice cream, frozen treats and antojitos (snacks, typically street food, literally translates […]
Fresno County Wineries Welcome Back Tasters
Staycations are all the rage this summer thanks to travel fears associated with COVID-19. Twelve wineries, two breweries and one distillery makes up the Vintners and Distillers of Fresno County. Each of the properties is back open for tastings and has social distancing and health precautions in place. FresYes has put together a […]
Sweet Thistle Farms Offers Beautiful Outdoor Experiences
Life in the time of COVID has forced us to think differently about how we spend our leisure time or attempt a date night. Many of our favorite options from before COVID are either not an option currently, or carry with them a certain level of risk. Since experts advise spending time with your household […]
Local Nurse forms FLAG Non-Profit to Support Front Line Workers and Local Restaurant Owners
In what has become one of his most-quoted talks, Mr. Rogers encouraged his young viewers during challenging or scary times to “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” The Valley has been lucky to have one of those helpers in Tali Whelan, a local nurse who answered a special call […]
Fresno, Protests, Progress and You
On Monday, June 1st a social media post of a screenshot of text stating plans for a destructive riot to be held in Fresno’s Riverpark Shopping Center on June 2nd began circulating. According to the post, those who wanted to “support” Black Lives Matter were to show up, meet at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse at 4pm […]
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