What is war really like? It’s something I find myself wondering whenever I talk to a veteran who’s been through one. It was no different when I sat down with Army vet Bob McLaughlin. As he told me his … [Read more...] about FresYes People – One on One with a Vietnam Vet
FresYes Families: Want to have a healthy holiday? Enter the Turkey Trot!
Since purchasing my FitBit Flex activity tracker, I've been very motivated to get and keep moving as much as possible. I love competing with friends for the most steps during a work week and watching … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: Want to have a healthy holiday? Enter the Turkey Trot!
Local Foodie News You Can Use
Sometimes it's hard to keep up on all the local foodie news, so here's a taste of what's been happening around town in the last few weeks (and a few extra tidbits from me). Lots of New … [Read more...] about Local Foodie News You Can Use
FresYes! Featured Game of Week 10: #12 (5-4) Clovis Cougars @ #13 (5-4) Clovis West Golden Eagles
Central Section Top 25 Final Rankings (After the Week 10 games) Edison Tigers 9-1 Liberty Patriots 8-2 Bakersfield Drillers 8-2 Clovis North Broncos 7-3 Lemoore Tigers 10-0 Ridgeview … [Read more...] about FresYes! Featured Game of Week 10: #12 (5-4) Clovis Cougars @ #13 (5-4) Clovis West Golden Eagles
The Lou 2014
Fall brings many things to FresYes each year and this past weekend for the 10th time it saw the event known far and wide as "The Lou". Anyone who lives in the valley and races off road, cyclocross … [Read more...] about The Lou 2014
Why selling this winter might be right for you
A few days ago I left my home early in the morning as I always do to head to the gym and was surprisingly greeted by some Fresno Fog. It had seemed like forever ago that I had driven in anything this … [Read more...] about Why selling this winter might be right for you
The FresYes Garden: November
Ahhhh, November! Finally….much cooler temperatures, pumpkin everything, and cozy nights by the fire. As the weather turns so do the beautiful colors on the trees, serving as a reminder that winter … [Read more...] about The FresYes Garden: November
Pic of the week is back!
We're back! We have to say, your Halloween pictures were amazing! That was a lot of fun. Should we do another themed contest this year? If you are new here, the rules are simple. Fill out the … [Read more...] about Pic of the week is back!
Kearney Renaissance Faire
If you are from the FresYes area, I'm pretty sure you've heard of Kearney Mansion. I remember learning about it in school, along with the Meux Home (which I love). I've toured the Meux Home, but I've … [Read more...] about Kearney Renaissance Faire
Community Events Nov 7th
Clothing swap/donation drive When: December 6th 10am - 2pm This is a clothing, toy, and miscellaneous item swap/donation drive. The idea is for every family to have everything they need … [Read more...] about Community Events Nov 7th
Grab Great Deals on the ValleyPBS Holiday Gift Auction
Here’s the thing: I’m a sucker for a good deal. If online bargain-hunting was a sport, I’m pretty sure I’d be in contention for a gold medal. Which is why this is one of my favorite times of the … [Read more...] about Grab Great Deals on the ValleyPBS Holiday Gift Auction
FresYes People – The Record Never Stops Spinning for Shane Davis
Who needs a day job when you can have your dream job? That’s exactly what Shane Davis says he has on the second floor of an Old Town Clovis antique store, where his massive collection of records for … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Record Never Stops Spinning for Shane Davis
FresYes Families: How to host a stress-free holiday
I have hosted my family's Thanksgiving dinner for the last five years. I don't claim to be Martha Stewart. I don't make themed place card holders or pilgrim hats for the youngest attendees (my kid is … [Read more...] about FresYes Families: How to host a stress-free holiday
FresYes Loves Cookies, Don’t You? Two Sisters Fresno
Ah, the power of cookies. You can't help but smile when you see them, and you can't help but grab another after the first one (or three). Cookies simply make everything better, don't they? That's why … [Read more...] about FresYes Loves Cookies, Don’t You? Two Sisters Fresno
FresYes! Featured Game of Week 9: #35 (5-3) Kerman Lions @ #15 (8-0) Liberty Hawks
Central Section Top 25 (before the start of week 9) 1. Edison Tigers 7-1 2. Bakersfield Drillers 7-1 3. Liberty Patriots 6-2 4. Ridgeview Wolf Pack 7-1 5. Clovis North Broncos 5-3 6. Lemoore … [Read more...] about FresYes! Featured Game of Week 9: #35 (5-3) Kerman Lions @ #15 (8-0) Liberty Hawks
2 Cities Marathon and then some
The weather has changed as did the time and yesterday morning thousands headed out to kick off November with the valley's best running event, the 2 Cities Marathon. In reality is should be named the 2 … [Read more...] about 2 Cities Marathon and then some
Community Events for October 31st
Happy Halloween! Once you're done with all of your Halloween festivities come check out some other community events that are going on. Massage For A Cause When: November 1st and 2nd 10am - … [Read more...] about Community Events for October 31st
Happy Halloween!
How did I get so lucky to have my post land on a holiday?! Yippee! October is the start of holiday season, at least for my family. The beginning of October is my daughter's birthday, then there is … [Read more...] about Happy Halloween!
FresYes People – The Couple that Creates Together…
A table made from scrap wood once used to make a bomb shelter. Birdhouses crafted from papier-mâché, jute, twine and canvas. Damaged sugar pine trees from the Sierra Nevada mountains turned into stump … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Couple that Creates Together…
Shop Local: Refresh Your Fall Wardrobe at Ooh La La and Lola
I know I’ve been saying it for weeks but I think it’s finally true: Fall is officially here! Which, in addition to buying boots, makes me want to get nice and cozy with a new fall wardrobe of sweaters … [Read more...] about Shop Local: Refresh Your Fall Wardrobe at Ooh La La and Lola
Places to Go: Trick or Treat Edition
Few American traditions are as highly anticipated by children as trick or treating on Halloween night. Personally, I love the concept of neighbors young and old participating in making the night fun, … [Read more...] about Places to Go: Trick or Treat Edition
4 Ways To Use Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Butter
Pumpkin pie, pumpkin cheesecake, pumpkin soup, pumpkin mocha ice cream...if you've been to Trader Joe's in the last month, you'll see that they've had a total pumpkin takeover. From sweet to savory to … [Read more...] about 4 Ways To Use Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Butter
iPhoneography
Much has been talked about this week with the instagram graffiti artist who defiled multiple National Parks and Monuments with her scribbling's making the national news. While I'm not writing about … [Read more...] about iPhoneography
FresYes! Featured Game of Week 8: #8 (4-3) Central Grizzlies @ #5 (4-3) Clovis North Broncos
Central Section Top 25 (before the start of week 8) 1. Edison Tigers 6-1 2. Bakersfield Drillers 6-1 3. Liberty Patriots 5-2 4. Ridgeview Wolf Pack 6-1 5. Clovis North Broncos 4-3 6. Hanford … [Read more...] about FresYes! Featured Game of Week 8: #8 (4-3) Central Grizzlies @ #5 (4-3) Clovis North Broncos
The FresYes Garden: Riverside Landscape & Nursery
I started gardening shortly after we moved to our first home 12 years ago. As my passion for gardening grew, so did my passion for garden centers. Last week I showed you the highlights of Evergreen … [Read more...] about The FresYes Garden: Riverside Landscape & Nursery