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FresYes Writing Team
We say “Yes and” to our community, which we love to work and live in. We always speak positively about our growing business, each other and the Fresno community. We are proud to support local businesses, engage in what’s happening in our community and lovingly participate in as many volunteer activities as we can as individuals and as a collective group. We are generous and we are proud to give back.
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The people, the places and the lifestyle of Fresno and Clovis!

Here at FresYes we love to tell stories about people. It's part of what makes this place so special. You'll find a lot of our "People" stories below but we'd also like to hear your story. - pop over and say Hi!!

What Your Child’s Teachers Really Want for Christmas (and what they really don’t)

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I have worked with, befriended, and volunteered for teachers and educators for the last 23 years. Teachers are some of my favorite people in the world. For this reason, as a public service I have … [Read more...] about What Your Child’s Teachers Really Want for Christmas (and what they really don’t)

Halloween Hidden Gem: The Walker Maze

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Ted D Walker and his family love Halloween - it's their favorite holiday. After years without seeing more trick or treaters than could be counted on one hand, Walker and his family (Sabrina Walker, … [Read more...] about Halloween Hidden Gem: The Walker Maze

Yoga, Music, Shopping: #HASHTAGPRETTYFEST has it all and it’s coming up October 16th!

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Christine Rose is one of Fresno's friendliest faces and most creative personalities. She is an owner and entrepreneur or multiple businesses (Hashtag Balance & Helladog Moms) as well as a writer … [Read more...] about Yoga, Music, Shopping: #HASHTAGPRETTYFEST has it all and it’s coming up October 16th!

Local Tea Company Nova Saige Makes Custom Blends with Love

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Recently, I attended an event at Let It Grow plant shop, and was happy to stumble across a booth for Nova Saige Tea who had a sign advertising their iced Churro Latte tea. I LOVE cinnamon and sugar … [Read more...] about Local Tea Company Nova Saige Makes Custom Blends with Love

People of FresYes: Meet the 25-year-old entrepreneur behind foodie favorite Fury Hot Chicken

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As the mom of a teenage chicken "connoisseur", we are always on the hunt for the perfect chicken. Trying new chicken restaurants and food trucks is a regular occurrence in my life. I'd spotted Fury … [Read more...] about People of FresYes: Meet the 25-year-old entrepreneur behind foodie favorite Fury Hot Chicken

People of FresYes: Meet Fresno-based viral tattoo artist and TikTok star, Wooddy

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Local tattoo artist, Wooddy, is known for his exceptional fine-line tattooing and colorful original art. He is based at Faithful & True Tattoo in Downtown Fresno, and has a waitlist 9+ months … [Read more...] about People of FresYes: Meet Fresno-based viral tattoo artist and TikTok star, Wooddy

People of Fresno: Sid Lacy – Baseball Trainer

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Spring is in the air, and you know what that means for our Valley youth: America’s greatest pastime – baseball season! While the major leagues may still be working out their issues, local youth have … [Read more...] about People of Fresno: Sid Lacy – Baseball Trainer

Found Collective: Vintage Pop Up Turned Brick & Mortar Store Opens its Doors in Tower

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Juliann Love has had a passion for vintage goods and design for as long as she can remember. In 2019 she turned that passion into her own business, Found Collective, by turning her entire home into a … [Read more...] about Found Collective: Vintage Pop Up Turned Brick & Mortar Store Opens its Doors in Tower

Meet Dr. Allen Clyde: Local physician, horse packer and new author

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Local podiatric physician and surgeon Dr. Allen Clyde has operated a horse packing service in the John Muir Wilderness for 40 years, transporting to over 20,000 visitors and their supplies. Dr. Clyde … [Read more...] about Meet Dr. Allen Clyde: Local physician, horse packer and new author

Valley Sweat Life presents Behind the Scenes: Old Town Yoga with Desiree Heckman

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  Since my transformation, during which I lost 135 pounds, fitness has become an important part of my life. So, as often as I can, I want to bring to you a bit of the motivation that … [Read more...] about Valley Sweat Life presents Behind the Scenes: Old Town Yoga with Desiree Heckman

What it’s like to accompany the veterans of Central Valley Honor Flight to Washington D.C.

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  This week, I had the privilege of accompanying the 17th Honor Flight from our region to Washington D.C. The Central Valley Honor Flight is part of a national effort to give veterans of … [Read more...] about What it’s like to accompany the veterans of Central Valley Honor Flight to Washington D.C.

Behind the scenes with the Davis Family Light Show

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  For many of us, it may seem too early to be thinking about Christmas and the holiday season. But that's not the case not for Scott Davis, who’s been preparing for months. Why? Because Scott … [Read more...] about Behind the scenes with the Davis Family Light Show

Meet the local police officer who balances career, family, and an amazing BBQ business

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  Do you ever meet a business owner and think, “There’s got to be an interesting story behind this business”? I do. I love learning about the passion people have for what they do—especially … [Read more...] about Meet the local police officer who balances career, family, and an amazing BBQ business

Off the Cuff Episode 2: Brennen Clouse, Mike Schumm, Jake Worthington

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  Welcome to the second episode of Off the Cuff, where I do a live video chat with people across the country who are killing it in their fields. The really fun part? My guests don't KNOW … [Read more...] about Off the Cuff Episode 2: Brennen Clouse, Mike Schumm, Jake Worthington

Off the Cuff Episode 1: Eric Zutler, Danielle DiPrenda Roberts, Michael Frank

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  Welcome to the very first episode of Off the Cuff, where I do a live video chat with people who are killing it in their fields.  In this inaugural episode, I talk to three … [Read more...] about Off the Cuff Episode 1: Eric Zutler, Danielle DiPrenda Roberts, Michael Frank

You’re invited to the opening ceremony of the William Saroyan Museum

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  A new museum that pays tribute to one of Fresno’s most famous natives, William Saroyan, is celebrating its opening Friday, Aug. 31—the day that would mark the writer's 110th birthday. The … [Read more...] about You’re invited to the opening ceremony of the William Saroyan Museum

FresYes People to Know: Chef Shayna Telesmanic

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  If you love cooking and have lived in the Fresno area for a while, the name Shayna Telesmanic may ring a bell, and rightfully so. Shayna is the owner and director of Fresno’s Young Chefs … [Read more...] about FresYes People to Know: Chef Shayna Telesmanic