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Hanford Insider
Rob Bentley
119 episodes
1 week ago
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Start with city hall, end on the open road. We bring you a fast-moving update on Hanford’s museum agreements, zoning changes, and a grant-funded tree plan, plus a key route change for the Hanford Christmas Parade that adds 2,000 feet of viewing space. The community calendar is packed with Veterans Day events, local theater, and a rescheduled band showcase, while our sports desk breaks down Sierra Pacific’s water polo semifinals and Hanford ...
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Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Start with city hall, end on the open road. We bring you a fast-moving update on Hanford’s museum agreements, zoning changes, and a grant-funded tree plan, plus a key route change for the Hanford Christmas Parade that adds 2,000 feet of viewing space. The community calendar is packed with Veterans Day events, local theater, and a rescheduled band showcase, while our sports desk breaks down Sierra Pacific’s water polo semifinals and Hanford ...
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Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: Dallas Poore "Warriors of the Wind" - Veterans Day Special
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Start with city hall, end on the open road. We bring you a fast-moving update on Hanford’s museum agreements, zoning changes, and a grant-funded tree plan, plus a key route change for the Hanford Christmas Parade that adds 2,000 feet of viewing space. The community calendar is packed with Veterans Day events, local theater, and a rescheduled band showcase, while our sports desk breaks down Sierra Pacific’s water polo semifinals and Hanford ...
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1 week ago
36 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: Christmas Parade Improvements and Bullpups Domination!
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Big traditions don’t stay magical by accident—they’re planned, stress‑tested, and built with neighbors in mind. We open with a crisp look at City Council’s agenda, from the Kings County Farm Bureau briefing to the east‑west cross‑valley rail link that could sync with the North‑South High Speed Rail station. Then we move through a full community calendar—blood drive logistics, election day reminders, a Monte Carlo night, the Elks Hoop Shoot,...
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2 weeks ago
15 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: Rob Isquierdo - Reestablishing Stratford
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! The week’s headlines feel different when you hear them from the people building the future they want to live in. We sit down with podcaster and community organizer Rob Esquerdo to trace a clear line from storytelling to action: how a classroom-born show, Rob Live, grew into a platform for resilience and a catalyst for change in Stratford. From interviews that turn grief into policy to partnerships that keep food moving to families, Rob show...
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3 weeks ago
18 minutes

Hanford Insider
Mayor Paden's Wednesday Wrap Up of the October 21st Hanford City Council Meeting
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Quick wins matter, but so do the quiet calls that shape a city’s future. Mayor Travis Paden’s Wednesday wrap-up delivers a clear, helpful tour of the October 21 Hanford City Council meeting—what moved forward, what paused, and why it affects your street, your park, and your wallet. We start with people power: three new hires in surveying, engineering, and building maintenance, the backbone roles that keep growth safe and services reliable....
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3 weeks ago
3 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: CalTrans Plans, Community Events, And Hanford Sports Highlights
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Big projects are finally lining up for Kings County, and the details matter. We sit down with Caltrans District 6’s Alex Aguilera to unpack the planned 198–9th Avenue interchange, how five design alternatives could reconnect north and south Hanford, and why early community input will shape the safest, smartest option. We also trace the ripple effects tied to the East Lacey Corridor and the extension of 9th Avenue to Grangeville, showing how...
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4 weeks ago
20 minutes

Hanford Insider
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 Perkins joins us to unpack why residential fire deaths have climbed even as fires have declined, who’s most at risk, and the simple habits that tip the odds. From a free smoke alarm installation day...
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1 month ago
24 minutes

Hanford Insider
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 breast cancer care: diagnosis. From the origins of their work to the powerful reach of the Pink Passion Picnic, we unpack the stopgap they provide before state programs kick in, why early mammograms,...
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1 month ago
21 minutes

Hanford Insider
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 tapestry of period entertainment, food, and activities. Parks Director Brad Albert reveals this may be the longest-running Renaissance Fair in California, featuring expanded entertainment this year in...
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1 month ago
26 minutes

Hanford Insider
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 expertise to her role, detailing how this preventative nonprofit organizes its work into focused "buckets" addressing mental health, trauma-informed care, and substance abuse prevention. The organizat...
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1 month ago
20 minutes

Hanford Insider
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 a new slide and slide pool, with an additional $100,000 set aside for future maintenance—extending this beloved facility's life by approximately ten years. A moment of civic pride illuminated the ...
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1 month ago
5 minutes

Hanford Insider
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 creative opportunities awaiting residents of all ages and interests. From the Kings Art Center's exhibits and classes to the multiple dance studios, theater companies, and museums scattered throughout the...
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2 months ago
28 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: The Fight Against Homelessness
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! The Kings County Homelessness Collaborative represents a remarkable coalition of 18 organizations working together to tackle one of our community's most persistent challenges. In this eye-opening conversation, Hanford City Councilman Mark Kairis and KCAO Executive Director Jeff Garner reveal how their coordinated efforts have already reduced the county's homeless population from 417 to 302 individuals. Mark explains the practical challenge...
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2 months ago
29 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: Behind the scenes of a historic downtown law firm
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! A historic downtown law firm is making waves in Hanford with their commitment to community, clients, and careers. The Griswold LaSalle Law Firm, celebrating 80 years of service, has transformed the iconic Hanford Furniture Building into a thriving legal practice while maintaining its historic charm. With plans to expand to the third floor due to significant growth, this firm continues to evolve while honoring its roots. What sets Griswold ...
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2 months ago
21 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: Remembering Wyland Gomes
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Tragedy often reveals the true character of a community. When Christy Camara lost her son Wyland under horrific circumstances in March 2020, Hanford didn't just offer condolences—it embraced her mission to prevent similar tragedies and honor her son's memory. The heart of this episode revolves around Christy's raw, powerful story. Born and raised on a Hanford dairy farm, this former yoga instructor and business owner shares the unimaginabl...
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2 months ago
28 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: High School District unveils campus improvements
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Step inside the remarkable transformation happening across Hanford Joint Union High School District campuses in this revealing conversation with district leaders Renee Creech, Lance Dowd, and Ben Stidman. Against the backdrop of steady enrollment growth while other districts struggle, HJUHSD has strategically invested millions in creating educational spaces where students genuinely want to be. From the gleaming new tennis courts at Hanford...
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3 months ago
31 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: Pickleball Fever is Bringing Communities Together
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! The fast-growing phenomenon of pickleball has taken Hanford by storm, creating a vibrant community that welcomes players of all ages and skill levels. Our deep dive into this increasingly popular sport reveals why it's captured the hearts of so many—from the exceptional accessibility that allows 13-year-olds to compete with 70-year-olds to the unique social environment that fosters lasting friendships and networking opportunities. We speak...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Hanford Insider
Mayor Travis Paden Wednesday Wrap Up 8/6/25
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Mayor Travis Paden takes listeners behind the scenes of Hanford's marathon six-hour City Council meeting in this special edition of the Hanford Insider Podcast. What started at 4 PM and stretched until 10 PM covered critical decisions that will shape the city's future for years to come. The Council chambers were packed as three of Hanford's finest received recognition – with Officer Matthew Novielli's swearing-in and the promotions of Serg...
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3 months ago
7 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: Supervisor Doug Verboon
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Dive into a fascinating conversation with Doug Verboon, Kings County Board of Supervisor for District 3, as he unpacks the inner workings of county government and shares his vision for Kings County's future. As a fifth-generation resident with deep roots in the Central Valley, Verboon brings 32 years of public service experience to the table. His family's journey from operating a hotel in pre-Corcoran Angiola to farming the same land his a...
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3 months ago
27 minutes

Hanford Insider
Hanford Insider: Honoring Canine Officer Krash
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Have you ever wondered about the deep bonds formed between police officers and their canine partners? This week's episode delves into a touching community initiative to honor fallen K9 officers, specifically Officer Krash who served the Hanford Police Department. Dionicia Parks and Jim Carpenter join us to share their passionate mission to create lasting memorials for these four-legged heroes. Krash's story – from his dedicated service alo...
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3 months ago
21 minutes

Hanford Insider
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 those who prefer to stay off social media? We've solved that problem by bringing the Mayor's updates directly to your podcast feed. This debut edition delivers a comprehensive rundown of Hanford's la...
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4 months ago
3 minutes

Hanford Insider
Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode! Start with city hall, end on the open road. We bring you a fast-moving update on Hanford’s museum agreements, zoning changes, and a grant-funded tree plan, plus a key route change for the Hanford Christmas Parade that adds 2,000 feet of viewing space. The community calendar is packed with Veterans Day events, local theater, and a rescheduled band showcase, while our sports desk breaks down Sierra Pacific’s water polo semifinals and Hanford ...