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Federal Government Warns of Potential Fraud Scams Surrounding COVID-19 Economic Impact Payments

SACRAMENTO. — The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of California and the Internal Revenue Service - Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) is warning California taxpayers to be alert about possible scams relating to COVID-19 economic impact payments.

U.S. Attorney McGregor W. Scott and Kareem Carter, Special Agent in Charge IRS Criminal Investigation, made the announcement today in an effort to equip taxpayers to avoid being victimized by criminals who may view the recently approved payments as an opportunity to commit a crime.

Madera Truck Stop Employee Tests Positive For CORVID-19 - Facility Closed For Weekend Cleaning, Food Court Still Closed

MADERA - The newly opened Love's Truck Stop in Madera was temporarily closed this past weekend. An employee who works in the food court area of the truck stop at that location tested positive for COVID-19. The employee was confirmed positive on Saturday, March 28th but had not worked since Friday, March 20th when symptoms first appeared.

While closed, Love’s hired a professional cleaning team to disinfect the store during the closure. Additionally, Love’s identified those employees who were in close contact with the infected employee and instructed them to contact their health care provider and to self-quarantine for 14 days or until cleared.

Sun Maid Raisin Simplicity and Modernity with New Logo

FRESNO - Committed to wholesome snacking while reigniting and driving brand relevance, Sun-Maid, the better-for-you, whole fruit snack brand, is ushering in a new look and feel through its packaging to reflect what modern shoppers are looking for—simplicity and transparency. Sun-Maid's iconography has been one of the most recognizable brand visuals for the last 100+ years. But today's consumer has changed, and now Sun-Maid is meeting evolved expectations through an updated logo and refreshed design across all products.

Already rolling out on shelf, Sun-Maid is introducing a modernized logo and packaging graphics to appeal to the brand's millennial audience, while keeping the nostalgia of the classic look intact. Carefully curated with the help of consumer feedback, the package makeover includes illuminated modifications to the sunrays and a refashioned image of the Sun-Maid girl.

Construction Begins on Lynda and Stewart Resnick Student Union at Fresno State

FRESNO - National architecture and engineering firm HED, with McCarthy Building Companies, joined Fresno State, a California State University, at the groundbreaking last month for construction of their new Lynda and Stewart Resnick Student Union.

More than 50 years ago, Fresno State's existing Student Union was built to serve 10,000 students; since then, enrollment has grown to approximately 25,000. Students were clamoring for additional space to meet, eat, and study. Support for the project was provided through a generous donation by Lynda and Stewart Resnick (philanthropists, entrepreneurs, and owners of The Wonderful Company). For design and construction, Fresno State engaged HED and McCarthy and the team responded with a building that creates a hub of gathering spaces that link to campus pathways and the existing Student Union.

Madera Unified Extends School Closure to May 1

MADERA - After careful deliberation with health agencies, local officials, and a special school board meeting, Madera Unified School District has decided to extend the school closures to Friday, May 1, 2020, to limit the community spread of COVID-19.

With continuing consultation and review of the COVID-19 situation and guidance from the Madera County Department of Public Health, the schools will reevaluate the possibility of reopening on May 4, 2020. The reopening of schools will be based on both safety conditions and the current information available from local, state and federal officials at that time.