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In a celebration of community, Herald Day brought in locals with a car show, an auction, games, unique crafts and the traditional parade. The Aug. 6 event also honored late
Two bodies found inside charred Tulare County motorhome Their remains were later discovered by Tulare County firefighters who battled the blaze just outside of Farmersville. The names and ages of the victims haven't been released. The fatal fire started Thursday and will be investigated to ensure there was no foul play. Around 8 a.m., firefighters responded to a report of a commercial vehicle fire in the area of Road 156 and Avenue 296, a block from Tony's Tires and Wheels. Early on, firefighters were told the vehicle was a motorhome and it was unknown if people were inside. When firefi...
Retired Fire Chief Joseph âJoeâ Grubba Jr., died peacefully in his home on Jan. 13, 2021 in Galt, California at the age of 76, after a long battle with cancer. Joe was born in February of 1944 in Sacramento, CA to Joseph and Julie Grubba Sr. Joe graduated from Elk Grove High School in 1962. He married Irene Grubba, 1969. After moving to Herald, Joe began working at Elk Grove Meat Packing while also working for Herald Fire Department as a volunteer firefighter. Within a short time Joe promoted to Assistant Chief for Herald Fire Department, a position he held for over 43 years, at one...