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Jan 2011 15

C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors)

2011 Articles, Community, Helping Hands, James Garcia Jr., Public Protectors, Reedley News

by James Garcia Jr.

When a family loses a loved one, there is typically some support: friends and family visit or often stay for extended periods of time; a local priest, pastor or other church official might pay a visit; or the church family might bring meals to the home for that terrible first week. If the individual who died was in law enforcement and was killed in the line of duty however, then there is an organization that steps in to help: C.O.P.S.

Jan 2011 3

The King’s Speech: Movie Review

2011 Articles, Books & Tales, Contributors, James Garcia Jr.

by James Garcia Jr.

At first glance, the new motion picture The King’s Speech appears to be the type of film that only long-winded critics would wish to spend hours discussing, and where we might expect to see advertisements of the film adorned with the dreaded header: in select theaters.

Dec 2010 11

Ramos Torres Winery, An Extraordinary Find in Kingsburg

2010 Articles, Community, Food Fun, James Garcia Jr.

by James Garcia Jr.

In an area of Kingsburg where one might not expect to find anything extraordinary, there is a wine tasting room that is exactly that. At 1665 Simpson, on the west side of the street, some award-winning wines can be found, not from Napa or the Central Coast, but from the California Central Valley. Kingsburg High and 2005 Fresno State graduate, Oscar F. Ramos, is producing premium wines at the winery that he founded: Ramos Torres Winery.

Dec 2010 1

Santa Lucia Day in Kingsburg

2010 Articles, Arts & Entertainment, James Garcia Jr.

by James Garcia Jr.

Most residents of Kingsburg know there are a handful of events that are important to the City of Kingsburg, and more specifically to the downtown. If the Swedish Festival is number one, then the Santa Lucia Day celebration might be next.

Nov 2010 13

The Dickens Carolers

Arts & Entertainment, Community, Education, James Garcia Jr., Music

by James Garcia Jr.

The young women don their matching long skirts and jackets, put on their bonnets, and thrust their cold hands into hand muffs for warmth. The young men dress in black pants, white tuxedo shirts, black capes and top hats. They wear festive colored shawls and vests respectively, bringing rays of sunshine to the dreary winter.

Oct 2010 30

Using Art & Martial Arts For God

Arts & Entertainment, Helping Hands, James Garcia Jr., Ministry Musings

by James Garcia Jr.

An amazing and multitalented artist has devoted his life to bringing change to the hearts of the California Central Valley and well beyond. His name is Rick Alonzo, and he has been incorporating his talents of painting, martial arts and gymnastic skills to preach the gospel of Christ as well as hope, love and racial reconciliation to places such as schools, inner cities, juvenile halls and Christian crusades since 1992.

Oct 2010 6

Kingsburg Taste of the Town/October 10

Arts & Entertainment, Community, James Garcia Jr.

by James Garcia Jr.

This Sunday, October 10th, 2010, the Rotary Club of Kingsburg is sponsoring its 8th annual Taste of the Town event. It is being held at the Kingsburg Historical Park at 2321 Sierra Street behind the Kingsburg High School. The proceeds from the event sponsor community projects.

Sep 2010 25

P.R.O.U.D. (Pet Rescue of Unwanted Dogs)

2010 Articles, Contributors, Helping Hands, James Garcia Jr., Pets

by James Garcia Jr.

According to The Humane Society of the United States, about every four seconds one of four million cats and dogs are put down in U.S. shelters. One Kingsburg woman has made it her life’s work to see that something is done about this sad fact.

Aug 2010 21

The Royal and Ancient Grill: A Royal Treat

2010 Articles, Books & Tales, Contributors, Food Fun, James Garcia Jr.

by James Garcia Jr.

On those nights when I want a nice dinner, there are few choices in Kingsburg. Although there are some great choices, most are family style. My wife and I recently had the pleasure of dining at a newer restaurant in town.

Jul 2010 31

Community Theatre in Kingsburg?

2010 Articles, Arts & Entertainment, James Garcia Jr., Theatre

by James Garcia Jr.

The E&e Performing Arts Center opened in Kingsburg this past spring with the intent of bringing community theatre to Kingsburg. Founder, Artistic Director and driving force behind the Center, Lissa Engstrom is bringing the musical Guys and Dolls to the Kingsburg High School Little Theater…