It’s been 76 years since Japanese immigrants and Americans were incarcerated, and sent to internment, also known today as concentration camps, during World War II. They were sent there by Executive Order 9066 from President Roosevelt. The action was under the pretense of defending national security on the West Coast. …
Read More »New Museum Exhibit Near Shaver Lake Explores A Changing Forest
In recent years, the forests of the Central Sierra have changed dramatically. Drought, bark beetles and climate change have helped to kill millions of trees across the region, and years of fire suppression have also contributed to an unhealthy ecosystem in many areas. Now the Central Sierra Historical Society Museum …
Read More »New Biography Explores Fresno Roots Of Billionaire Investor Kirk Kerkorian
A new biography of billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian tells the story of how a young boy from Fresno went on to become one of the richest businessmen in America. From airlines to film studios to the auto industry, Kerkorian was the consummate dealmaker, but he was also a quiet philanthropist, …
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