In One Picture: Gas Wars

Apr 29, 2012 No Comments by

Gasoline prices have spiked the past few months, but it is important to keep the price in perspective. And Gas War in Earlimart, CA has a decent price for gas.

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Live From the Amtrak San Joaquin

Apr 29, 2012 No Comments by

While the California high speed rail project flails for a bevy of reasons, Amtrak still putters on in the San Joaquin Valley.

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In One Picture: Dutch Babies, a Great Morning Start

Apr 29, 2012 No Comments by

Organic eggs, organic butter, organic milk, organic flower, and salt are all you need for Dutch babies, a great way to start the day at breakfast.

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The Tower District, A San Joaquin Valley Gem

Apr 07, 2012 1 Comment by

Full of bungalows, a touch of mid century architecture and plenty of small and quirky businesses, Fresno’s Tower District oozes retro Americana.

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Persimmons Double as Korean Art and Sweetness

Dec 22, 2011 No Comments by

Called kaki in Japan and kam in Korea, persimmons are an under-appreciated fruit. At this time of year they offer gorgeous displays.

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Could High Speed Rail Kick Start San Joaquin Valley’s Economy?

Sep 12, 2011 1 Comment by

Should the California high speed rail project actually succeed, San Joaquin Valley cities like Fresno and Bakersfield would benefit, too.

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Generation Organic Targets Future Young Farmers at A-list Colleges

Sep 26, 2010 1 Comment by

Now Organic Valley, the largest organic farming cooperative in the US, will launch its Generation Organic 2010 “Who’s Your Farmer” Tour, targeting college students.

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Pomegranate Central: Yettem, CA

Sep 26, 2010 4 Comments by

Yettem was founded by Armenian immigrants over 100 years ago. Many Armenians have left the town, but some still work in the citrus and pomegranate orchards, and St. Mary’s Church still serves the community. One of their legacies is the pomegranate orchards in this region. Pomegranates are one of the world’s oldest fruits, woven with a rich legacy of myths and of course, timeless recipes.

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