Michael Ford

Michael graduated from Fresno State in May 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in print journalism. During his time at the university, he served as sports and managing editor for The Collegian, Fresno State’s student-run newspaper. In addition to the Clovis Roundup, Michael has written for The Fresno Bee, the Kingsburg Recorder and Selma Enterprise. He has a passion for sports and can be found on the sidelines at local games, bringing the citizens of Clovis the athletics news they deserve.

California Water Institute to Conduct Groundwater Recharge Study

Over the next couple years, the Central Valley may have a much better idea if it can more efficiently capture…

State Announces New Guidelines on Reopening

Gov. Newsom announced major changes to how businesses in California can begin to reopen in a sweeping set of guidelines…

More Special Ed Students to Return to School

California’s Department of Public Health published guidelines Tuesday, Aug. 25 that will allow more students with special needs to return…

Rotating Power Outages Likely Tuesday Afternoon and Evening

California’s current heat wave is causing Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) to act once more. Based on current energy supply…

CUSD Stresses Dresscode

Although Clovis Unified will start its school year online, students are still expected to follow dress code rules. That means…

CHSU College of Pharmacy’s Pre-Accreditation Status Withdrawn

California Health Sciences University’s newest class of Doctor of Pharmacy students received some unexpected, and unfortunate news this week. Just…

Gavin’s Law Will Not Receive Reconsideration Vote

Assembly Bill 195 will not receive a reconsideration hearing by the California Senate Public Safety Committee. The bill, also known…

Senate Public Safety Committee Fails to Pass Gavin’s Law

A law to strengthen penalties on hit-and-run drivers was dealt a tough blow on Friday, Aug. 7 in Sacramento. Gavin’s…

Mountain West Postpones All Fall Sports Indefinitely

The Mountain West is postponing all scheduled fall sports contests indefinitely in response to the ongoing challenges of effectively mitigating…

Fresno County Announces Contracts to Help Combat COVID-19

The Fresno County Board of Supervisors announced contracts with the Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (EOC) that are aimed at providing…

California Suspends Youth Sports, CUSD Not Affected

The California Department of Public Health released new guidelines for youth sports in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Youth…

Volunteers Restore Musical Instruments at Dry Creek Park

The Music Park installation at Clovis’ Dry Creek Park on Alluvial and Clovis Ave. has been repaired nine months after…

Clovis Memorial Run to be Virtual Experience

The City of Clovis made the decision to make its annual Memorial Run a virtual event due to the coronavirus.…

Seeds of Hope Planted at Peace Garden

In the early morning hours of Aug. 6, 1945, Hiroshima, Japan experienced events that would change world history. Just one…

Clovis Unified makes Forbes Top 10 List of Best Employers in America for Women

Forbes recognized Clovis Unified School District for its inclusivity in the publication’s annual list of best employers for women in…

Clovis and Fresno City Leaders Demand School Reopenings

Clovis Mayor Drew Bessinger joined Fresno City Councilmembers Garry Bredefeld and Mike Karbassi to urge schools to allow in-person learning…

The Big Fresno Fair will Transition to Drive-thru and Virtual Experiences

The Big Fresno Fair announced that it will pivot from a traditional fair experience to a series of drive-thru and…

Dogs to be Recognized for International Assistance Dog Week

Next week, from Aug. 2 to Aug. 8, the world will celebrate and give recognition to the four-legged friends that…

Federal Grant to Provide $52M for Central Valley Counties

Governor Newsom announced on July 28, that eight Central California counties will receive federal funding of $52 million to assist…

CUSD Holds Online Town Hall Meeting to Address Online Learning

Clovis Unified School District leadership conducted an online town hall meeting Wednesday evening to discuss what the upcoming school year…

State Allows Limited Outdoor Personal Care Services

Barbershops and cosmetology establishments are allowed to perform certain services as long as they are done outdoors, according to new…

Valley Heat is Here, Stay Cool

With the oppressive heat of the Valley, summer is upon us, finding ways to stay cool can be vitally important…

CIF to Delay High School Sports Due to Pandemic

The California Interscholastic Federation announced that the upcoming seasons will have a modified schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It…