Photo by Jeff Phillips with permission from Clovis Unified By Steven Sandage April 29, 2024 – On a radiant Saturday afternoon, the stage belonged to the vibrant performers of Clovis North High School’s esteemed Drama Department, affectionately known as The Bronco Drama. They graced the stage with their penultimate rendition of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “School of Rock The Musical” at the heartwarming Mercedes Edwards Theater. Anticipation hummed in the air as attendees filled the lobby, eager to immerse themselves in an afternoon of musical magic. Guided by their visionary director, Matthew Bridge ..read more

Matt Lowe bullfighting to save a fellow rodeo athlete (photo courtesy of Matt Lowe) By Steven Sandage April 29, 2024 – Matt Lowe, a seasoned bullfighter at the Clovis Rodeo, epitomizes the heart and soul of this long-standing tradition. With a calm and confident voice, he speaks of his deep connection to the sport, his roots entwined with the very fabric of the rodeo community. As he reminisces about his childhood spent in the vibrant atmosphere of the Clovis Rodeo, it’s evident that his love for the event runs deep. “My kids ride, you know, I used to ride,” Matt shares, his words carrying the ..read more

Photo Clovis Rodeo Association fb Clovis Rodeo Association April 29, 2024 – The 110th Clovis Rodeo has come to an end with the PRCA final performance wrapping up the 5-day event on Sunday, April 28. With crowds at capacity each night, 8500 pounds of tri tip, and over 700 cowboys, this year’s rodeo was one for the books. Check out the final results below: Bull rider Roscoe Jarboe (New Plymouth, ID) won the Clovis Xtreme Bulls on Wednesday night and a check for $12,500, winning the first place title out of 47 riders. During his final round, Jarboe scored 89.5 points on Corey & Lange Rodeo’s ..read more

Clovis, CA – The Clovis Police Department and agents from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) arrested 15 suspects for presenting fake IDs or being a minor in possession of alcohol. The operation was conducted at the Clovis Rodeo from April 24-27, 2024. Clovis Police and ABC conducted a Trap Door operation in which law enforcement officers work with businesses and organizations to detect the use of false IDs by minors. Under the program, doormen will alert officers who then contact the individuals presenting the false ID. “We partner with businesses in the community ..read more

(Photo courtesy of CJ Albertson) April 18, 2024 – The 128th edition of the famed, exciting, and always intriguing Boston Marathon, celebrated on the hilly streets of Boston on Monday, April 15th, had a little for all long-distance enthusiasts to get their teeth into. Nearly 30,000 runners started the race, but it was Sisay Lemme of Ethiopia who crossed the finish line first in a speedy 2 hours 6 minutes and 17 seconds, the 10th fastest time ever at Boston. Lemme led most of the race with a blistering pace in trying to break the Boston Marathon record of 2:03.02 set by his countryman Geofray Mu ..read more

Aaron Schoonover performs in front of a packed crowd at DiCicco’s in Old Town Clovis. (Photo Steven Sandage, Clovis Roundup) By: Steven Sandage April 21, 2024 – Nestled in the heart of Old Town Clovis, Slice of Comedy took center stage at DiCicco’s last Saturday night, cooking up a recipe for success. Excitement buzzed within the cozy, artisanal ambiance of DiCicco’s as members of the community gathered for a night of entertainment. Danny Minch, the event’s visionary and co-headliner, meticulously ensured every detail was perfect, from setting up extra tables to greeting guests with his affabl ..read more

2024 Clovis Rodeo Grand Marshals, Carole and Jim Linenbach (Photo from Clovis Rodeo website) April 25, 2024 – One of the many annual Clovis Rodeo traditions is giving the highest honor of Grand Marshal to a person or two who have spent their lives volunteering their time and hard work with the rodeo, and the wider community. The 110th Annual Clovis Rodeo Grand Marshals are Carole and Jim Linenbach, a couple who have been so generous with their time in support of everyone from high school football to the local hospitals, the historical society, and beyond. “We’ve volunteered with all of these p ..read more

April 25, 2024 – Four suspects have been arrested by Clovis Police Detectives in relation to the shooting that took place on April 8, 2024, at the Winco parking lot in Clovis. This gang related shooting investigation led our Detectives to a home in southeast Fresno early this morning where they served a search warrant and were able to close this case. It was determined that this shooting and disturbance took place simply because gang members were in the same place at the same time. On April 23, Detectives took two of the four suspects into custody. 42-year-old Adarrius Stevenson Sr. of Fre ..read more

    April 24, 20-24 – Bull rider Roscoe Jarboe (New Plymouth, ID) won the Clovis Xtreme Bulls and a check for $12,500, winning the first place title out of 47 riders. During the first round of bull riding, Jarboe scored 82 points. During his final round, Jarboe scored 89.5 points on Corey & Lange Rodeo’s Pretty Boy. The excitement continues on Thursday, April 25, with the first full night of PRCA Rodeo performances, showcasing bareback riding, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, and more. The evening will culminate with a concert by country music artist Michael Ray. Friday, Ap ..read more

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