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Valley golf courses enjoy improving economy

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Published on 05/24/2013 - 1:00 pm
Written by Clay Moffitt

Valley golf courses are starting to see more activity since the Great Recession.Although it still remains to be seen if the golf industry will ever return to where it once was, the Valley’s courses are headed for their third straight year of growth.

Kaiser Permanente gives $60K to reopen Fresno pools

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Published on 05/20/2013 - 12:05 pm
Written by Business Journal staff

Fink-White neighborhood poolAfter sitting idle for several summers, four neighborhood learner pools will be reopened in Fresno thanks to a $60,000-grant from Kaiser Permanente.

Broadway in Fresno announces new shows

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Published on 05/07/2013 - 1:16 pm
Written by Business Journal staff

Wicked, Hello Dolly! starring Sally Struthers, Memphis the Musical and Million Dollar Quartet headline the 2013-14 Fresno Lexus Broadway in Fresno schedule.

Gateway Ice Center to remain open another year

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Published on 05/06/2013 - 12:37 pm
Written by Business Journal staff

The Gateway Ice Center was scheduled to close May until the Central Valley Ice Sports Foundation stepped in with an offer to purchase the center.The Gateway Ice Center, which was scheduled to close last week, will remain open until April 2014 on news of a potential buyer for the facility.

North Fork Casino passes skin-of-its teeth vote

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Published on 05/02/2013 - 12:46 pm
Written by Business Journal staff

The North Fork casino gaming compact has passed a key Assembly vote.Plans to build a casino off of Highway 99 in Madera County dodged a narrow bullet today with a vote by the state Assembly approving a gaming compact with the North Fork Rancheria.

Hawaiian-themed eatery bound for Friant

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Published on 04/25/2013 - 2:29 pm
Written by Business Journal staff

Sandals at the Beach is coming to Friant. The walk-up grill serves burgers, ice cream and authentic Hawaiian shave ice.A Hawaiian-themed grill offering an American-style menu, a beach volleyball court and an entertainment center will be opening in Friant near Millerton Lake.

Fuego lands Farmers Insurance sponsorship

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Published on 04/18/2013 - 1:53 pm
Written by Business Journal staff

The Fresno Fuego Futbol Club announced a deal with Farmers Insurance that will include the insurance company sponsoring the coin flip and naming a game MVP.

Former NFL player to protest Perea bill Fri.

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Published on 04/18/2013 - 12:29 pm
Written by Business Journal staff

Zack Follett, a Clovis resident, played for the Detroit Lions from 2009-11.Zack Follett, Clovis resident and former Detroit Lions linebacker, is planning a press conference in Fresno tomorrow to protest a bill that would restrict professional athletes from collecting workers' compensation benefits in California.

Annual Coarsegold Rodeo begins May 4

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Published on 04/16/2013 - 2:27 pm
Written by Business Journal staff

The annual Coarsegold Pro-Rodeo takes place May 4 and 5 at Bohna Arena, known for its beautiful views of the foothills.A long-running tradition will return to Coarsegold when the 61st annual Coarsegold Pro-Rodeo takes place May 4 and 5.

Big Fresno Fair seeks community help with museum

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Published on 04/12/2013 - 1:54 pm
Written by Business Journal staff

The Big Fresno Fair management wants to showcase the traditions the event has celebrated over its 130-year history.The Big Fresno Fair is collecting old posters, programs, ribbons, awards and other unique Fair memorabilia to showcase in a museum that is scheduled to open in 2015. Fair management wants to showcase the traditions the fair has celebrated over its 130-year history.