By Dave Fountinelle | dave@fresnoflyer.com It’s that time of year again - the holiday season is in full swing and that means it’s time to make our lists, check them twice, and wade courageously into…
The Quest for the Best : Burger (pt1)
By: Dave Fountinelle | dave@fresnoflyer.com Few things in life bring me more joy than a good burger. There’s just something about a juicy, well-seasoned beef patty (or 2 or 3) and gooey, melted cheese that…
Fresno Skateboard Salvage: The Art of Giving Back
By Dave Fountinelle | dave@fresnoflyer.com “Skating saved my life,” Rodney Rodriguez states matter-of-factly. “Growing up in Calwa, I saw the other kids in my neighborhood getting caught up in drugs, gangs, and criminal behavior, and…
Skye’s the Limit
By Dave Fountinelle | dave@fresnoflyer.com DeJa Skye began her drag career in 2011 at the age of 20. Inspired by the first seasons of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” DeJa took an interest in Fresno’s local drag…
Pride Marches On
By Dave Fountinelle | dave@fresnoflyer.com Two years ago, Fresno Rainbow Pride turned 30. Unfortunately, the parade and festival were put on hold due to COVID lockdowns and restrictions on social gatherings. Instead, it was replaced…
Victory! (we hope.)Now what happens?
By Jaguar Bennett | jaguarbennett@gmail.com The struggle for control of the Tower Theatre entered a new phase on April 21, as the Fresno City Council voted to buy the theater from its current owner, Laurence…