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Fire safety, fall events, and a comeback win: a Hanford Insider tour of what matters now
Oct. 13, 2025

Fire safety, fall events, and a comeback win: a Hanford Insider tour of what matters now

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! The week bursts with energy—city moves that affect our day-to-day, a stacked fall calendar, a symphony season opener, and a high school football finish that had us on our feet. We also bring a crucial safety story to the front: Fire Chief Daniel …
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Hanford Insider: Links for Life & Cancer Awareness
Oct. 5, 2025

Hanford Insider: Links for Life & Cancer Awareness

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! A small city can change big outcomes when information, care, and community line up. We sit down with Candy Bertaina and Kathy Mittleider from Links for Life, Kings County, to explore how a volunteer-led nonprofit funds the crucial first step in b…
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Hanford Insider: Cultural Celebrations - Renaissance Fair and Moon Festival Take Center Stage
Sept. 28, 2025

Hanford Insider: Cultural Celebrations - Renaissance Fair and Moon Festival Take Center Stage

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Fall festivities take center stage in Hanford as our community gears up for a season packed with beloved traditions and exciting changes. The 46th annual Renaissance of Kings Fair returns to Civic Park on October 4-5, bringing with it a rich tape…
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Hanford Insider: Kings Partnership's Community Services
Sept. 21, 2025

Hanford Insider: Kings Partnership's Community Services

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Kings Partnership serves as a vital lifeline for Kings County residents, offering an impressive array of free services designed to strengthen families and build community resilience. Program coordinator Jennifer Quinones brings enthusiasm and exp…
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Hanford Insider: Mayor Paden's Wrap-Up 9/17/25
Sept. 18, 2025

Hanford Insider: Mayor Paden's Wrap-Up 9/17/25

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Mayor Travis Paden takes us behind the scenes of Hanford's latest City Council meeting, revealing crucial decisions that will shape our community's future. The Council has approved $325,000 for much-needed repairs to the Hanford Plunge, including…
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Hanford Insider: Beyond the Surface: Exploring Hanford's Creative Pulse
Sept. 14, 2025

Hanford Insider: Beyond the Surface: Exploring Hanford's Creative Pulse

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Step into the unexpected cultural richness of Hanford with our exploration of the community's vibrant arts scene. While Kings County might not immediately come to mind as an arts destination, this episode reveals the surprising breadth of creativ…
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Recent Blog Posts

Board of Supervisors - Doug Verboon
Aug. 3, 2025

Board of Supervisors - Doug Verboon

In a revealing conversation on The Hanford Insider podcast, Kings County Board of Supervisor Doug Verboon provided valuable insights into ongoing county projects and his approach to public service. As a fifth-generation resident of the Central Valle…

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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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