The Tulare County Arbor Day Celebration is a hands-on student event provided annually for third-, fourth-, and fifth-grade students. Students learn about the importance of, and care for, trees in the environment. More than 500 students are expected to experience a variety of environmental lessons within Tulare County’s Mooney Grove Park on topics including seeds, insects, mulch and the water system. Local environmental experts from organizations such as SCICON and the University of California’s Master Gardeners conduct these fun-filled, activity-based lessons.

Additionally, students tour the County museum and learn about the rich agricultural history of our valley. They also plant a tree at Mooney Grove to help with the park’s restoration. Each student will not only learn how to plant trees properly, but will be given their very own tree seedling to take home and plant with their family.

Teachers also participate in the environmental lessons.

Cindy Santoyo of Farmersville says this dog showed up at her home Sunday, May 13th.

She hasn't seen pictures or posters of a missing dog...

It showed up at Hartley and Chandler. That's the neighborhood behind Pizza Factory.

If this dog belongs to you, please contact Cindy at (559) 747-0736.

A new Walmart opens this week in Visalia, bringing 300 new jobs, savings for local shoppers and an increase in tax revenue to support the area’s economy. Nonprofit organizations will also benefit from the retailer’s ongoing charitable contributions and support for community projects, according to a Walmart Spokesperson.

The Walmart, located at 3750 S. Mooney Blvd., will be open to customers at 8 a.m., Wednesday, May 16.

Economic Impact Includes 300 New Jobs

The new Visalia Walmart will employ approximately 300 associates, according to store manager Michelle Bilvado. Bilvado began her Walmart career 15 years ago as a department manager in housewares at the Tulare store.