Category Archives: Calwa

Local farm set to kickoff the fall season

The worker’s and family behind local farm, photo courtesy of Sunshine’s Farm By Makenna Deeth Fall is in full effect, as the first events of the new season are beginning. Not just talking about the new Fall menu from Starbucks and the leaves finally falling. Local farms are getting ready to bring families together toContinue reading “Local farm set to kickoff the fall season”

Worsening Calwa air quality: A look at both sides of the issue

With summer on its way to the Central Valley, residents of Fresno will start to see changes in the air. For a small community in Fresno, Calwa is one of the areas surrounded by industrial companies, trucks, and factories that pump gasses into the atmosphere daily, making it difficult to breathe as well as endangeringContinue reading “Worsening Calwa air quality: A look at both sides of the issue”

Fighting to clear the air: Laura Moreno, Friends of Calwa

With the wind blowing through her hair as she rode on the back of a Harley Davidson with her husband, Laura Moreno was amazed by the feeling and the view of life. Captivated by the view of the forest, mountains, and trees, along with the sweet smell of pine, this was Moreno’s most fond memoryContinue reading “Fighting to clear the air: Laura Moreno, Friends of Calwa”

The trade secrets of journalist and filmmaker Jeremiah O. Rhodes

Jeremiah O. Rhodes is a renowned journalist and filmmaker hailing from the American South. With a keen interest in power dynamics, Rhodes has explored stories related to the use and abuse of power, as well as those most affected by it. His reporting has delved into the intersection of race, sexuality, history and identity. He’sContinue reading “The trade secrets of journalist and filmmaker Jeremiah O. Rhodes”

Why residents love Calwa

Fernando Membrilla is striking a pose emphasizing the bolded words “Voted Best Birria”. (Flourishing Fresno/Aileen Guzman) In a small city hidden in the deep depths of Fresno, CA. Calwa residents show their love for both their residents and community through support, encouragement, diversity, and much more. By Aileen Guzman Between the streets of E. JensenContinue reading “Why residents love Calwa”

Measure P: What it is and how it is revitalizing Fresno’s parks

Photo credit: Emma Bowen @ Yelp For years, city advocates have been pushing for investment in the city’s long-neglected parks, which not only provide valuable recreational opportunities but also contribute to community health and well-being. One such effort was Measure P, a citizen-led initiative that aimed to fund park improvements and expand recreational programs throughoutContinue reading “Measure P: What it is and how it is revitalizing Fresno’s parks”

Could the expansion of Route 99 become a blessing or a curse?

News outlets set up their equipment as Laura Moreno, Director of Friends of Calwa gives her speech on the dangers of the freeway expansion. (Aileen Guzman/ Flourishing Fresno) As the sounds of construction and people yelling “Slow down!” fill the streets of S. Jensen Avenue and S. 10th Street of Calwa, community residents gathered toContinue reading “Could the expansion of Route 99 become a blessing or a curse?”