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Mayor Travis Paden Wednesday Wrap Up 7/16/25
July 17, 2025

Mayor Travis Paden Wednesday Wrap Up 7/16/25

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Making local government more accessible takes many forms, and today we're bridging a crucial information gap for our community. Mayor Travis Paden's City Council meeting wrap-ups have been a Facebook staple for engaged citizens, but what about th…
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Hanford's New Vice Mayor Nancy Howze: Leading with Heart and Vision
June 29, 2025

Hanford's New Vice Mayor Nancy Howze: Leading with Heart and Vision

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! When Nancy Howze stepped into her role as Hanford City Council member six months ago, she brought something beyond political ambition—a genuine desire to model community service for her three children. Now, as Hanford's newly appointed Vice Mayor…
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Beyond the Boom: The Real Cost of Illegal Fireworks
June 22, 2025

Beyond the Boom: The Real Cost of Illegal Fireworks

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! The dangerous reality of Fourth of July celebrations takes center stage as Hanford's top public safety officials sound the alarm on illegal fireworks. Fire Chief Daniel Perkins reveals shocking statistics: 92 firework-related emergency calls last…
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Hanford Insider: City Council News, Children's Storybook Garden & Museum
June 15, 2025

Hanford Insider: City Council News, Children's Storybook Garden & Museum

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! The Hanford Insider peels back the curtain on local governance while celebrating one of our community's most cherished spaces in this engaging episode. A significant shake-up is coming to City Hall as Mayor Lou Martinez steps down while continuin…
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Hanford Insider: Adventist Health Transforms Hanford's Medical Landscape
June 8, 2025

Hanford Insider: Adventist Health Transforms Hanford's Medical Landscape

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! What does world-class healthcare look like when it's right in your backyard? Tim Haydock, Operations Executive at Adventist Health Central California, joins us to reveal how specialized medical care has quietly transformed in Kings County. Did yo…
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The Hanford Civic Auditorium Turns 100: A Century of Memories
June 1, 2025

The Hanford Civic Auditorium Turns 100: A Century of Memories

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Hanford's crown jewel is turning 100, and we're pulling out all the stops to celebrate! Join us for an in-depth look at the Century of Memories celebration marking the centennial of the Hanford Civic Auditorium—a building that has shaped our comm…
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Recent Blog Posts

Vice Mayor Nancy Howze
June 29, 2025

Vice Mayor Nancy Howze

The Hanford Insider recently celebrated its 100th episode milestone with a compelling interview featuring Hanford's new Vice Mayor, Nancy Howze. As she reflects on her first six months in office, Howes offers valuable insights into the inner working…

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The Heart of Hanford: Community Updates and The Children's Storybook Garden
June 15, 2025

The Heart of Hanford: Community Updates and The Children's Storybook …

In the latest episode of The Hanford Insider podcast, host Rob Bentley delves into the vibrant happenings around our community, spotlighting both significant civic developments and the cherished local gem that is the Children's Storybook Garden and …

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Hanford Civic Auditorium 100th Anniversary
June 3, 2025

Hanford Civic Auditorium 100th Anniversary

Hanford's historic Civic Auditorium is turning 100 years old, and the community is coming together to celebrate this momentous occasion with a Century of Memories celebration. This iconic landmark has been at the center of Hanford's cultural life si…

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