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Lights & Sirens February 14-February 20
Mary Castro speaks to Rotary
Mary Castro, wife of Fresno State president Joseph Castro, spoke to
the Reedley Rotary Club at the club’s weekly lunch on Feb. 7. Mary Castro attended the meeting with Dave Hembree, director of the university’s Campus Cupboard program. She spoke on the topic of food insecurity among the student population at Fresno State. Castro said 43 percent of students are dealing with problems in having enough to eat, and she came up with the idea of a Campus Cupboard where students could shop and pick out food for their needs.
The food is grown by the school
or donated by community groups and companies. In 2018, more than $150,000 was raised for the program.
Denny Mason / Photo Contributed
Crash on rural county road kills 8-year-old, man arrested
The Reedley Exponent A3 Thursday, February 28, 2019
Thursday, February 14
• Assault, 700 block of West Palm Avenue, 4:35 a.m.
• Aggravated assault, 600 block of 3rd Street, Parlier (Parlier Police Department), 3:25 p.m.
• Impersonation, 400 block of East Cambridge Avenue, 4:30 p.m.
Friday, February 15
• Assault, 1300 block of 11th Street, 8:45 a.m.
• Drug/narcotic violations, 13200 block of East Parlier Avenue, Parlier (Parlier Po- lice Department), 10:45 a.m. • Impersonation, 6800 block of South Reed Avenue (Fres- no County Sheriff’s Depart- ment), 11:50 a.m.
• Vehicle burglary, 1100 block of G Street, 11:51 a.m.
• Larceny, 1300 block of E Street, 12:46 p.m.
• Aggravated assault, 13700 block of East 2nd Street, Parlier (Parlier Police De-
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proving their lives and their quality of life,” she said. “That really is the heart of what will happen inside for many years to come. United Health Center is so commit- ted to making this an excel- lent service for everyone that lives in this community.”
Jose Plascencia, vice chairman for the UHC board, said there is no other place that Reedley and the local area. He called it the number one ag community, and “I’m a very proud member.”
Touting the health clin- ic’s many planned services, Plascencia said “the mission of the organization is that we are committed to the lifetime wellness of our community by providing acceptable and comprehensive health care. Care with respect and dig- nity, regardless of the ability to pay, for our patients. This really is an impact to what this facility is going to do.
Mayor Frank Pinon ac- knowledged city leaders in attendance, and said it’s en- couraging when the city is able to make a positive im- pact through partnerships
partment), 7:17 p.m.
• Vehicle theft, 200 block of South Newmark Avenue (Parlier Police Department), 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, February 17
• Aggravated assault, 300 block of East Cambridge Av- enue, 11:51 a.m.
• Assault, 22000 block of East Adams Avenue (Fresno Coun- ty Sheriff ’s Department), 4:23 p.m.
• Drunkenness, South Craw- ford Avenue and East South Avenue (Fresno County Sher- iff’s Department), 5 p.m.
• Commercial burglary, 1300 block of 11th Street, 10:08 p.m.
• Aggravated assault, Mad- sen Avenue and East Parlier Avenue, Parlier (Parlier Po- lice Department), 10:41 p.m.
Monday, February 18
• Residential burglary, 5300 block of South Newmark Av-
enue (Fresno County Sher- iff’s Department), noon
Tuesday, February 19
• Intimidation, 800 block of G Street, 8 a.m.
• Agricultural burglary, 25300 block of East Floral Avenue (Fresno County Sher- iff’s Department), 4 p.m.
Wednesday, February 20
• Aggravated assault, 22800 block of East Lincoln Avenue (Fresno County Sheriff’s De- partment), 6:56 p.m.
• Residential burglary, 12200 block of East Nebraska Ave- nue (Fresno County Sheriff’s Department), 7:40 p.m.
(Crime reports are listed for the Reedley, Parlier and Orange Cove areas and are available online at crimere- ports.com. Unless noted, the Reedley Police Department handled the calls.)
Staff Report
Law enforcement arrested a 35-year-old Visalia man on suspicion of DUI and vehicular manslaughter after a two-vehicle crash on Feb. 23 killed an 8-year-old Selma boy and injured his parents.
Karmjit Singh was booked into the Fresno County Jail on six felony counts— including gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicat- ed — on Feb. 24 for his role in the crash shortly after 10 p.m. at the intersection of Bethel and Rose avenues between Selma and Parlier. The crash killed 8-year-old Maverick Martzen and injured his parents, 33-year-old Scott Martzen and 29-year-old Megan Martzen.
The California Highway Patrol reported that Singh was driving a 2012 BMW north on Bethel Avenue at what witnesses said were speeds near 100 mph. He sped into the in- tersection — which has posted and lit stop
signs for traffic on Bethel — and struck the passenger side of a 2014 Kia driven by Scott Martzen.
The BMW left the roadway and came to rest on its wheels in an irrigation canal that contained no water, the CHP reported. The driver’s side of the Kia struck a tree approxi- mately 20 inches in diameter and the vehicle came to rest on its wheels.
The Martzens were transported to Adven- tist Medical Center in Selma, where Maverick Martzen was pronounced dead. Scott Martzen suffered major injuries while Megan Martzen suffered moderate injuries.
Singh was transported to Community Re- gional Medical Center with minor injuries and later was booked into jail, according to the CHP. His bail was set at more than $200,000, and according to booking records Singh has an Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainer.
Colleen Curtis, president and CEO of United Health Center, spoke during the Feb. 20 groundbreaking ceremony for the new UHC health center that wll be built on the northeast corner of Manning and Buttonwillow avenues.
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results in the same amount of taxation for the community.
• Economic development is completely driven by the free market.
Zieba and Terry answered the specific question about Target, with Terry explaining the specific criteria why the city hasn’t landed an outlet for the Minneapolis-based chain. The company has a basic phi- losophy of building a store in population areas of 100,000 people within a three-mile ra- dius. He then used examples of population philosophies for Ross Dress for Less (75,000
within a five-mile radius) and Woodbridge Suites (50,000).
“In short, that’s why we don’t have Target yet,” he said. “Will we someday? Per- haps.” If Reedley did reach a qualifying criteria, Terry said Target “has 175 other [cities] that check that box.”
Terry said there are com- panies showing interest, par- ticularly some hotels, and the city’s unique attractions are what drew him in particular.
“It’s a wonderful place. It
has a feeling that is unrivaled by any other community throughout the entire Central Valley if not the entire state of California,” he said. “If you can get the development community to come out and get that same feeling, they’re much more willing to listen and be open to the conversa- tion.”
The next Town Hall meet- ing will be Monday, March 25, and deal on gangs, crime and community safety.
with businesses.
United Health Centers
received proclamations from representatives of area poli- ticians — U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, state Sen. Melissa Hurtado and Assembly Mem- ber Joaquin Arambula.
When speeches were completed, city and busi- ness leaders participated
in a groundbreaking event with ceremonial shovels. The groundbreaking was captured on aerial video by a small drone flying overhead.
Paul E. SudEr m a n
Paul E. Suderman was born on January 11, 1929 in Reedley California, to Ernest and Louise Suderman. He attended elementary school in the Reedley school system and graduated from Reedley High School in 1947. After graduating from high school, Paul began his life long career working for Bank of America. Paul started as a teller and served in various capacities for over 36 years. He worked his way up through the banking system holding managerial titles in various branches throughout the valley. He worked in Sanger, Selma, Dinuba, Ripon, Bakers eld and Modesto, where he retired in 1985 and
lived for over 33 years.
Paul was married to Evelyn Reimer on April 27, 1951, a
marriage that has lasted nearly 68 years. They were blessed with two sons, Craig and Thane.
Paul was a faithful member of the Mennonite Brethren Church and took his relationship with God very seriously. His faith, family, friends, neighbors and grandkids became the center of his retirement years. He was a life-long Yankees fan and also an avid self-taught landscaper and gardener. His meticulous landscaping skills were awarded “yard of the month” honors by The Modesto Bee several years ago.
Paul is survived by his wife Evelyn; two sons Craig and wife Germana of Wilton, CA; Thane Suderman of Greeley Hill, CA; four grandchildren Sara, Gabriel, Rebecca, and Hannah Suderman. Paul is also survived by three siblings; Bob Suderman, Doris Seibert, Darlene Schroeder; brother-in-law Rev. Vernon Janzen & his wife Genevieve; and many nieces and nephews.
Paul’s celebration of life will be held Friday, March 1st
at 11 AM at Sierra View Homes, 1245 E. Spring eld Ave, Reedley CA. Services will be held in the lobby of the Terrace building. Lunch will be served immediately following. Remembrances may be made to the American Diabetes Association or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Dopkins Funeral Chapel. Burial will be private.
January 11, 1929 ~ February 17, 2019
Join us down at The Nest for an evening of silk ower arranging, shopping, hors d’oeuvres and refreshments with local artisan Chris Mullins (@propagate_succulents–friends).
Chris will provide guidance on how to create your perfect permanent ower arrangements that’ll be sure to compliment your home decor.
Call or visit our store to sign up today!
Details: $65 (includes container and owers) Thursday, March 7th • 6:30 pm
Enjoy 20% OFF
of your in-store purchase during this after-hours event! (VALID ONLY FOR WORKSHIOP PARTICIPANTS)
The Nest
1034 G Street • Reedley
(559) 638-2635
Store Hours:
Mon.-Fri. 10-6
Sat. 10-5 • Sun. CLOSED
FULL GOSPEL TABERNACLE 519 E. 11th Street, Reedley
Pastor: Ron Robertson
Sunday Growth Classes: 9:30am Children’s and Youth programs
Sunday Worship: 10:30am – Service; Children’s Church, ages 4-11 5:30pm Prayer – Evening Service 6:00pm
Wednesday Dinner served at 6:00pm
Wed. Family Night at 7:00pm (Adults, Youth Children) Food Give away – the third Saturday of the Month at 9:00am Basketball – Monday 7:00pm; Wednesday 8:00pm
For more information, call the church at 559-638-2739 All are welcome to attend www.reedleyfullgospel.com
FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH 314 W. Manning Avenue • Reedley, CA 93654 638-2730
Pastor: Dr. Ernie Williams Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m. Children’s Church for ages 3 thru 3rd grade Nursery available
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Christ Lutheran
Church
1254 N Frankwood Ave. Reedley 559-638-2112 www.clcreedley.org
Join us for worship Sundays at 9:30am All are welcome!
Musicians:
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