My Mornings with Mike Pesto
Mike moved to the valley from the Monterey Bay area in June of 2011. The first question he ALWAYS gets, when someone realizes he moved from THERE to HERE, is “why?” “Well, that’s easy,” he’ll tell you. “Have you ever tried buying a home on the coast? Can i interest you in a 250 square-foot fixer-upper for $1.8 million? No thank-you!”
Strangely enough, while he does miss the snow… having grown up just outside of Chicago… he actually does prefer the weather here to what the coast has to offer. It reminds him of the 5-years he lived in Las Vegas; minus the debauchery. Ahh, but those “Sin City” days are long be-hind him. Now he’s a married man with two children: Anthony (who’s 15) and Alessandra (who’s 12).
When he’s not at home with his kids and his wife of 16-years (Cesca) he’s usually out-and-about with them; taking in a game at Rawhide Ballpark (during baseball season) or maybe checking out the General Sherman at Sequoia National Park. You MIGHT also catch him on-line, where you can “friend” him on facebook and Instagram.
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So, Who Still Has Christmas Up?
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, February 17, 2025 at 6:30 AM
If anyone does, this one's for them. For goodness sake! Christmas is over!! At least stop turning them on every night.
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The Enchanted Playhouse Presents...
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:07 AM
"Tinkerbell," at the Visalia Rotary Theater. How can you get tickets? Let's find out from one of the show's co-directors.
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#MySouthValleyHero For February 13th
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 7:28 AM
Virgil Green, a graduate of Tulare Union, won a Super Bowl ring with the Denver Broncos. Let's find out who his heroes are.
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It Is Time For The World Ag Expo
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 8:53 AM
What should you know before heading out to this year's World Ag Expo at the International Agri-Center? Let's find out!
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Are You Familiar With "Visit Visalia?"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, February 10, 2025 at 7:45 AM
If not... well... let's find out more about them, and what they do, from Suzanne Bianco with Visit Visalia and VisitVisalia.com.
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It's The First Trailer For "Fantastic 4"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 12:37 PM
"Fantastic 4: First Steps" will be in theaters July 25th but Marvel Studios hadn't released a trailer for it, until now.
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#MySouthValleyHero for January 30th
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 7:52 AM
Greg Meister is the Mayor of Porterville. Who would he say his #MySouthValleyHero is? He actually thought of thee!
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#MySouthValleyHero For January 21st
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Jake Castello has been Porterville's Police Chief for four years now. Let's find out who his #MySouthValleyHero is.
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#MySouthValleyHero For January 14th
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 7:08 AM
Porterville Fire Chief Brian Cogburn gives us an update on Porterville firefighters in SoCal and tells us about his "hero."
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Helping Those In Southern California
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, January 10, 2025 at 7:56 AM
What can we do to help? We're finding out from Michael Flood, President & CEO of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
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Getting to Know Tulare's New Mayor
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, January 6, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Patrick Isherwood was sworn in as Tulare's new mayor last month. What are his priorities as mayor? Let's find out!
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"It Was Colder Than I Thought It'd Be"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:49 AM
Mike Pesto and his son, Anthony, took the Polar Bear Plunge New Year's Eve and instantly regretted it. LOL
Take a look!
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Check Out The Fresno State Band
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:30 AM
If you missed seeing the Fresno State Marching Band In This Year's Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena, check it out here.
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Time For Pesto's Puppies -- WOOF
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 12:51 PM
We're talking with Candace Harrington, with Animal Services, about "Poppy;" this week's adoptable best friend.
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The Mission Of Toys For Tots Visalia Is...
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, December 27, 2024 at 12:40 PM
What is the mission... the goal if you will... of Toys For Tots Visalia and how can you help? Let's find out from Lori Charles.
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Don't Drink & Drive This Holiday Season
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 7:15 AM
Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward walks us through what will happen if you get caught drinking and driving.
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The Mash-Up You Never Saw Coming
Posted by Mike Pesto at Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 11:10 AM
What would it sound like if Mariah Carey & Cartman, from South Park, sang "All I Want For Christmas Is You" as a duet?
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#MySouthValleyHero For December 12th
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:57 AM
Ron Holman has been the photographer for the Visalia Times Delta for years but who's his "hero." Time to find out!
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#MySouthValleyHero For December 5th
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:18 AM
Venita Jourdan has been involved with Ann's Kids For Christmas for years now. Who is her "hero?" Let's find out!
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#MySouthValleyHero For November 21st
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:35 AM
Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux is a hero to many but who is his #MySouthValleyHero? It's time we found out!
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The South Valley's Christmas Song
Posted by Mike Pesto at Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Songs like "Walking In A Winter Wonderland" and "Let It Snow!" aren't really appropriate for The South Valley -- but this one is.
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Talking With Actor, Comedian Paul Reiser
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7:38 AM
Paul Reiser has been rather busy. Other than "Stranger Things," what else has he been up to? Let's find out!
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#MySouthValleyHero For November 12th
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 7:49 AM
Last year, Terry Sayre became Tulare's first female Mayor in 25 years. She's a hero to many. But who's her hero? Hmm.
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How About That Dust Storm Monday
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 5:26 AM
The dust storm that blew through the valley yesterday ended up causing quite a bit of damage. See for yourself.
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#MySouthValleyHero For November 5th
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 7:20 AM
Captain Shawn P. O'Connor has been in command at NAS Lemoore since May 12, 2023. Who is his "hero?" Let's find out!
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Time For The "Race Against Hunger"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:24 AM
We're talking with Mary Jane Jennings, Executive Director and CFO of Visalia Emergency Aid, about this year's "race."
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Quincy Jones, Gone At The Age Of 91
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:43 AM
"Music is sacred to me." "Melody is God's voice." The immortal words of Quincy Jones. He will truly be missed.
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#MySouthValleyHero For October 31st
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 7:19 AM
He has been a huge part of the South Valley music scene for years now but who is Rudy Parris' "hero?" Time to find out!
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2024 Cowhide Battle Of The Bands
Posted by Mike Pesto at Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 5:47 PM
What went down at this year’s Cowhide “Battle Of The Bands” between Mt. Whitney and Redwood? Well…
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Alfred Hitchcock Comes To Visalia
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 7:50 AM
Alfred Hitchcock brought "The 39 Steps" to the big screen but Visalia Players bring it to The Ice House this weekend.
