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Around Kings County: Amazon opens in Visalia

Amazon is open and in full operation says the new general manager at the Visalia fulfillment center, Carlos Avelar. The 1.3 million square foot warehouse, the largest in the city,

Kingsburg councilwoman Hurtado arrested for DUI, issues apology

Kingsburg City Councilwoman Jewel Hurtado was arrested on June 21 for driving under the influence in Fresno, and on Thursday issued an apology to her constituents and supporters. “I owe my constituents and supporters an apology. I made a mistake and I am sorry,” Hurtado said in her official statement. “I m taking responsibility for my actions and waiting for my day in front of a judge. I trust that they will make the right decision.” Hurtado added that she would donate her monthly city stipend to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for the remainder of her term. Hurtado, 22, was arrested on June 21 for driving under the influence in Fresno after being stopped by a California Highway Patrol officer at 2:11 a.m., according to a report released Thursday.

Kingsburg Council opts not to recognize Pride Month, despite testimony and huge crowd

    Dozens of residents, mostly from Kingsburg, spoke on the issue in person and via phone, while a crowd of hundreds waited peacefully outside.   It was a hectic week for the five council members after it was announced that Councilmember Jewel Hurtado, who has come out as a member of the LGBT+ community, announced her flag request and proposed proclamation.     Flying the rainbow flag shows acceptance, said Leslie Nelson of Selma, who is organizing a Pride Month in the city.   I don t think this is appropriate city business, Councilmember Brandon Purcell said, adding that he respects the crusade but that doesn t make it city business. He said he disagrees with the flag and proclamation.

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