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Conservancy donates to fund added warden patrols on river
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The Kings River Conservancy has donated $14,663 to the State Department of Fish and Wildlife to fund additional warden patrols along the Kings Riverto help stop poachers.
Each year the Kings River Con- servancy hosts the Frank Jones Me- morial Enforcement Fund Barbecue
to raise money. The funds raised at the barbecue are matched by the Ted Martin River Fund administered by the Central Valley Community Foun- dation (CVCF).
“Ted Martin often told stories of his childhood spent on the San Joa- quin and Kings Rivers,” said Ashley Swearengin, president and CEO of the Central Valley Community Foun- dation and former mayor of Fresno.
“Through the Ted Martin’s Legacy Fund at the Central Valley Commu- nity Foundation, The Fish and Game Warden Patrol for the Kings River will help us in advancing his vision of a healthy, sustainable environment where lasting childhood memories are created.”
In the past nine years more than $95,000 has been raised by this ef- fort and has been effective in en-
forcing fishing regulations along the river.
“We are truly appreciative of the funds provided by the Kings River Conservancy,” said John Bak- er, district chief for Department of Fish and Wildlife. “These funds al- low us to do focused patrols that deter violators and enhance the overall fishing experience for all sports persons that recreate along
the Kings River.
The increased warden patrols
help ensure people fishing are re- leasing and abiding by official state catch limits.
The Kings River Conservancy is a non-profit organization dedicated to encourage public safety and sound public conservation practices along the Kings River corridor from Pine Flat Dam to Highway 99.
Annual Fly In event will be held May 12
HALL OF FAME Continued from page A1
tennis, basketball and cross country and was RHS’ first athletic director from 1981 to 1988. It was volleyball where she built her legacy, as she coached the Pirates to a 146-14 record including 10 league crowns and three consecutive Valley champion- ships from 1973 to 1975.
• Romero made a case the school’s finest athlete ever. He was one of the country’s top prep distance runners in the late 1960s. His greatest feat was a 1967 performance where he won the two-mile, half-mile and mile runs including the sec- ond fastest two-mile time in prep history (eight minutes, 53 seconds).
Here are highlights from each induc-
Staff Report
It’s the one event in Reed- ley that visitors literally can take to the skies — the annu- al Korky Kevorkian Memo- rial Barbecue and Fly In will be held on Saturday, May 12.
It will run 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Reedley Munici- pal Airport, 4557 S. Frank- wood Ave.
Admission is free.
The event includes free airplane rides, one of the unique attractions that draws visitors. (The minimum age is 8, and availability is limit- ed.) Stop by the information table to sign up.
A free barbecue hot dog meal begins at 11 a.m., do- nated by the Reedley Airport Commission.
The guest speaker will be Dick DeKoning, who will talk about his experience helping to build the Hughes H-4 Her- cules, better known as “The Spruce Goose.” The aircraft was produced by the Hughes Aircraft Company, founded by legendary billionaire Howard Hughes.
Another special attraction will be Pipistrel Alpho Elec- tro battery electric airplanes on display. The experimental
Obituaries
Ruben Carrillo
Ruben Soto Carrillo of Madera died April 21 in Fresno. He was 80.
Mr. Carrillo worked as a salesman.
He is survived by his wife, four sons, four daugh- ters, four brothers, one sis- ter and 10 grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life service will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 3, at For- tress of Truth Church in Visalia. A graveside ser- vice will be at 11 a.m. Fri-
aircraft are part of the sus- tainable aviation project in- volving the cities of Reedley and Mendota.
The $1 million project is designed to train young pilots — including students with the Reedley College aviation program — to fly the electrical planes.
As always, the barbecue and fly in features aircraft displayed by local and re- gional pilots, who are more than happy to talk about their airplanes and let visitors get a close-up look.
The barbecue and fly in was named for Korky Kev- orkian, who was part of a local group known as the Flying Farmers. The event seeks to expose more people to aviation and inspire more young people to consider ca- reers in the field.
Organizers say donations are welcome. Proceeds bene- fit the Reedley Airport Beau- tification Fund for airport projects that, for example, have included updating the pilot’s lounge.
For more information about the event, send an email to denise.phariss@ reedley.ca.gov or call (559) 637-4203.
day, May 4, at Smith Moun- tain Cemetery in Dinuba.
Isamu Hara
Isamu Hara of Sanger died April 25 in Fresno. He was 94.
Mr. Hara worked as a ranch foreman.
He is survived three three sons, five grand- children and seven great- grandchildren.
A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, May 18, at Reedley Cem- etery.
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STREET FAIRE Continued from page A1
The Street Fair runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in a four- block stretch of G Street, from 8th to 12th streets. Judging for
the annual Nomad’s Car show is from 10 a.m. to noon, and the awards presentation will be at 2 p.m.
The annual event fea- tures food and craft vendor booths, musical entertain-
ment, carnival rides and games for children. The intersection of 11th and G streets will feature music on stage and dining at tables near the intersection. There also is a stage at 10th and G streets.
Here is the music sched- ule for the 11th and G stage:
• The Reedley High School River Rats and Reedley High School Jazz Band, 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
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Our Father, Grandfather and blessed friend, Frank Everett Reed passed away Thursday evening April 26th, 2018 at Sierra View Homes. Dad enjoyed a long career of 33 years at Penner Brothers in Reedley which he retired from 22 years ago. He was devoted full time to his Missionary work through Zion Ministries with his brother Joe where they touched lives locally, in Mexico, Africa and the Philippines. They established, built and supplied churches with goods worldwide bringing the word of God to thousands of lives. His last few years were spent enjoying his family and friends. His life was dedicated to
preach the word of God and serve the Lord!
Services will be held at the place where he was instrumental in building
and also attended, Evangel Bible Church at 180 N. Villa Ave, Dinuba, CA 93618 on Friday May 4th at 10:00am.
Afterwards a short drive to his nal resting place at the Reedley Cemetery, 2185 S. Reed Ave.
Upon conclusion of services, you are invited to join us at Sierra View Homes at their fellowship hall room 10 where food and refreshments will be served. A relaxing time to visit with friends and family and share stories. Room 10 will be the rst left as you enter into the parking lot of the garden apartments at 1245 E. Spring eld Ave, Reedley.
Viewing will take place on Thursday evening May 3rd between 4:00-9:00pm at Cairns Funeral Home, 940 F Street in Reedley.
Our family is looking forward to your presence at the Celebration of Life for our Dad.
Iwasaki thanked the other inductees and said he would cherish the honor. He gave credit to others who helped him to be successful in all phases of his career.
“Thanks to the administration and dis- trict, plus the board of trustees,” he said. “They’ve done a lot since I’ve retired. I see the facilities that these student-ath- letes are competing in. They realize the importance of sports and education for our young people.”
Iwasaki said his teammates, class- mates and coaches all motivated him to success as an athlete. He also thanked the athletes, giving a special mention to the running exploits of Romero.
Iwasaki expressed gratitude for his wife, Midori, along with his children and grandchildren.
“Had it not been for Midori, I would not be sitting up here,” he said. “Actually I wouldn’t even be here. I appreciate her.”
Paul Mitchell
Andy Mitchell, Paul’s oldest son, rep- resented his father with a brief induction speech.
“Dad was such an amazing person,” he said. “We constantly get people coming up and saying how much Dad influenced people’s lives. He was always helpful. Whether is was sports-related or had to do with the cactus club or stamp-related.”
Mark Givens, master of ceremonies for the event, said before introducing An- dy Mitchell that Paul Mitchell had helped with spotting at the football games as re- cently as last fall. Givens himself is the longtime public address announcer for RHS football and basketball.
“People ask me how long I’ve been announcing and I say ‘about 43 years.’” he said. “Anywhere but in Reedley, that would be a long time. Because Paul start- ed at Reedley College and did 61 years of Reedley College football without missing a game.
“I may be the voice of the Pirates to-
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LEFT: Pete Romero, Reedley High’s greatest distance runner who competed in the late 1960s, was candid about his health problems while making his acceptance speech.
RIGHT: Larry Iwasaki, Class of 1957, was a three-sport standout at RHS and later served as a football and track coach and athletic director at the school.
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LEFT: Andy Mitchell spoke in admiration of his father, Paul Mitchell, who died in January. Paul Mitchell was a longtime coach and teacher at the school and the “Voice of the Pirates”
RIGHT: Glenda Morgan praised her players for her success in coaching volleyball, basketball, ten- nis and track. Her volleyball teams posted a 146-14 record, winning three Valley championships.
day, but I’ve got a lot of catching up to do.” Andy Mitchell said the family didn’t see their father as much at home because of his coaching and announcing dedica- tion. “We were very honored and proud to be his children. Just an amazing legacy,”
her players themselves achieved.
“I showed them the drills, what they were to do,” she said. “I was kind of de- manding, but I always went to the point that I knew they could handle that. And, sure enough, they were and they came out being winners. And it shows in the life
that these people have taken on.” Morgan fondly remembered a 2016 reunion of all her volleyball players and
he said.
Glenda Morgan
Morgan said she carries mangy great memories of the volleyball program’s ac- complishments. While the winning was great, her biggest thrill was seeing what
See HALL OF FAME on page A3
• The Media, Shawn Lewis Band, 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
• The Dinuba High School Madrigals, 1:30 to 2 p.m.
• The Fabulous Enchant- ments, 2 to 4 p.m.
Here is the music sched- ule for the 10th and G stage:
• Last Chance Band, 10 a.m. to noon
• RHS Folklorico Dancers, 1 to 1:30 p.m.
• Rollin’ West Band, 2 to 4 p.m.
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