The federally threatened California red-legged frog has not been seen in the Yosemite National Park in a half century. The Western pond turtle has been absent from Yosemite Valley for the same time period, but is still found in the park’s Hetch Hetchy area. Both species will be reintroduced to …
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Chowchilla’s Western Stampede rides this weekend
The 61st annual Chowchilla Western Stampede got underway Friday with the traditional cattle drive down Robertson Boulevard, drawing dozens to the old-west theme attraction in the community of about 18,000. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Western cities try to stop hungry bears from causing havoc
On a recent morning that was chilly with the first nip of fall, Brenda Lee went looking for knocked-over trash cans. She drove her car slowly through alleyways on the … Click to Continue »
Read More »Protect Wolves or Hunt Them? Western States Are in the Crosshairs
Sheep rancher Dave Dashiell got to his feet and wiped the blood from his hands. A newborn lamb he had just delivered from a struggling ewe took one breath, then another. He laid the lamb down gently in front of its mother. "I hope he lives," Dashiell said. … Click …
Read More »Merced High winter guard fourth in Western Region competition
Merced High winter guard performed to an a cappella version of Sia’s ‘Chandelier’ Young guard improved with each performance Group setting its sights on next year’s championships in Ohio … Click to Continue »
Read More »59th annual Western Stampede rides into Chowchilla
Rain did not dampen the spirits of the cowboys and cowgirls who brought a herd of steers down Robertson Boulevard on Friday. The Cattle Drive kicked off the 59th annual … Click to Continue »
Read More »Great Western Gospel Music Takes Center Stage in Visalia
The Great Western Gospel Music Fan Festival takes center stage at the Visalia Convention Center this Thursday through Sunday. One of the headlining performers, Dean Hopper of "The Hoppers," appeared on KSEE24 Sunrise with all the details of the popular event. Visalia has been host since 2010 to the Festival …
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