Hanford Insider Podcast

12/23/2024

New Episode! "Hanford Insider Encore Episode: Transforming Education in Hanford with HESD Superintendent Joy Gabler"

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Encore episode from February 25, 2024 Curious about how a school district transforms in the face of modern educational challenges? Join us for an enlightening discussion wi...

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Encore episode from February 25, 2024 Curious about how a school district transforms in the face of modern educ…

12/20/2024

This was such a fun episode! What a great way to end the year. Have you heard it yet?

12/18/2024

The 2024 Hanford Insider Podcast Listener Survey is now public for all of my listeners! Please take the time to complete the survey before the end of the month. I am already receiving some great feedback. As a token of my appreciation, once you complete the survey you will receive an email with a special Hanford History gift that is currently exclusive to my subscribers. Click on the link below to get started. Thank you! Merry Christmas!

2024 Hanford Insider Podcast Listener Survey page for Hanford Insider

12/15/2024

Join us for our final episode of 2024 as Hanford's City Manager, Mario Cifuentez, Vice Mayor Travis Paden, Community Relations Manager Brian Johnson, and HJUHSD Superintendent Victor Rosa reflect on an eventful year and we celebrate the successful initiatives that have shaped our city, from the vibrant Winter Wonderland to the strategic sale of the Kings County Courthouse to Barrel House Brewing. We also dive into the critical community issues tackled by our city leaders, including efforts to address homelessness, new council dynamics with the addition of Nancy Howze and Kimber Regan, and enhancements in community communication through the MyHanford app.

Our conversation takes a closer look at the exciting plans on the horizon for 2025, including infrastructure projects like the East Lacey Corridor improvements and the expansion of the Costco Shopping Center, promising to transform East Hanford. We highlight the upcoming Hanford City Council meeting focusing on the Measure H Oversight Committee and youth sports staffing, ensuring community engagement remains at the heart of our city's growth. Amidst these developments, we also bring you a festive glimpse into the holiday events such as Christmas Around the World and Storytime with Santa, set to spread joy across Hanford. As we bid farewell to 2024, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who contribute to our city's resilience and look forward to a prosperous year ahead.

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Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Join us for our final episode of 2024 as Hanford's City Manager, Mario Cifuentez, Vice Mayor Travis Paden, Comm…

12/15/2024

Had a great time at the Carnegie Museum of Kings County Gala Fundraiser last night. This basket from the show was a nice addition to the silent auction.
Thanks to Lois for the custom coffee mugs!

12/14/2024

What a way to celebrate the last episode of 2024 dropping tomorrow!

12/13/2024

Coming up on Monday's episode of the Hanford Insider Podcast!

12/12/2024

Wreaths Across America is Saturday! Have you heard the interview with Missy Chavez on this week's episode of the Hanford Insider Podcast yet?

12/12/2024

I'm working on Monday's year end episode of the Hanford Insider Podcast and need your input! What would you consider to be some of the top stories from 2024 locally?

12/11/2024

Our 2024 Hanford Insider Podcast Listener Survey is now available. Subscribers to my newsletter have already received the link. For those of you who listen to the show, I'd love to send you the link as well. It will guide me as I resume shows after the Christmas break.

For security reasons, I do not want to post the link on this page. You can email me at [email protected] and I'd be happy to send you the link or you can send me a message.

I have a special gift for you once you have completed the survey. Thanks for your support!
Rob

12/09/2024

Unlock the heart of Hanford's community spirit as we promise an episode filled with compelling stories, impactful local news, and festive events. Featuring Missy Chavez, we shine a spotlight on the Wreaths Across America event that brings our community together to honor veterans at Grangeville Cemetery. This episode also delves into significant news, including the closure of the Del Monte plant and the latest changes in the Hanford City Council, where new leadership is taking the helm. We introduce the MyHanford app, an innovative tool to simplify city service requests, and discuss our city's proactive steps to tackle homelessness through a planned homeless navigation center.

Join us as we celebrate the dedication of Kings County volunteers, inspired by Rich Rhodes' poignant discovery of unmarked veterans' graves, galvanizing a movement to secure wreaths for every hero. We express gratitude to donors and share a personal connection to the heartfelt theme, "Say Their Name." From festive community events like the Episcopal Church's Christmas Around the World to the Nutcracker ballet and the Run Run Rudolph charity run, our calendar is packed with holiday cheer. As we wrap up, we encourage listeners to share their thoughts via our survey, ensuring Hanford Insider remains a cherished community resource.

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Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Unlock the heart of Hanford's community spirit as we promise an episode filled with compelling stories, impactf…

12/06/2024

12/5/24
Hanford City Council News

Kimber Regan and Nancy Howze have been sworn in as the newest Hanford City Council Members. The council recognized and thanked outgoing council member Martine Devine. In the reorganization of the council, Lou Martinez was elected as the new Mayor for the City of Hanford. Travis Paden was elected as the Vice Mayor for the City of Hanford. I'll have more details on the next episode of the Hanford Insider.

12/05/2024

I’ve downloaded it. Have you?

Do you want to report a pothole, a stray animal, or a code violation? Starting on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, the City of Hanford will be transitioning to a new Citizen Request Management web and mobile software called My Hanford. The My Hanford app makes reporting issues like these easier than ever. The app uses GPS to identify your location and also allows you to snap a photo to add to your service request. Reports are automatically sent to the City’s 311 system and routed to city departments for resolution.

You can download the app on your mobile device now, but remember, we will officially launch next Tuesday.

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=us.ca.hanford.ci.seeclickfix
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/my-hanford/id6738291403

Residents will be also able to report issues through this webpage: https://www.cityofhanfordca.com/1385/Report

We look forward to hearing your feedback on My Hanford!

12/05/2024

There is so much information packed into this week's episode! Here is just a clip from my interview with Candice Blackburn and Leeandra Dupree about the opportunities for Christmas Light fans this year with Hanford Holiday and Kings County Let It Glow

12/01/2024

A peek into putting this week’s episode together!

12/01/2024

New Episode! "Hanford Insider: Season of Giving, Season of Lights!"

Experience the magic of the holiday season like never before on this week's Hanford Insider. Discover how the vibrant Hanford Christmas Parade, orchestrated by the Hanford Chamber of Commerce, filled the streets with unparalleled community spirit. We'll guide you through the Downtown Mural Program, a creative endeavor uniting local artists to bring new life to our city walls. Cara Fleming joins us to illuminate the heartwarming mission of Operation Christmas Blessing, offering insights on how each contribution, no matter how small, can light up the lives of families in need. Learn how you can get involved in various charitable drives, from the Slipper Sock Drive to the cheerful Santa for Seniors initiative.

But the holiday cheer doesn't end there! Explore the array of seasonal events, from the enchanting performances at the Hanford Fox Theater, featuring the timeless magic of Bethel Ballet's The Nutcracker and the Kings Symphony Orchestra's Christmas Spectacular. Candice Blackburn introduces Hanford Holiday, an interactive map of festive home decorations across Kings County, ensuring no spectacular display goes unnoticed. Leeandra Dupree shares with us the exciting new contest for decorated homes "Kings County Let it Glow". Join us for a celebration of all things merry and bright in Hanford, and find out how you can become part of these joyful traditions.

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Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Experience the magic of the holiday season like never before on this week's Hanford Insider. Discover how the v…

11/30/2024