Construction impacts continue on Mineral King Avenue, as crews move forward with the City of Visalia’s sewer trunkline upgrade.

Mineral King Avenue from west of Woodland Street to east of County Center will be completely closed for 30 days. Detour signs are posted to direct motorists.

Intermittent closures of Woodland at Mineral King Avenue, during nighttime hours, are also expected. As work continues, citizens are encouraged to stay in the know through text message updates. By texting “mineralking” to 84483 individuals can subscribe to text message updates.

Additionally, follow construction and road closure updates on the  City website at www.visalia.city and the official City of Visalia  Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cityofvisalia. For further information on the Mineral King Avenue construction,  contact Nancy Lockwood, [email protected], 733-3737; or  Allison Lambert, City of Visalia, at 713-4535; [email protected].

With scores of number one hits, millions of albums sold and sold out tours across the nation, country music superstars The Oak Ridge Boys are bringing their world famous sound to the Visalia Convention Center Monday, June 27th at 8 p.m.

Concert tickets are on sale now, online at www.visaliatix.com or at the Visalia Convention Center Box Office.

Tickets will go fast, as the newest members of the Country Music Hall of Fame, plan to rock the audience with hits such as “Elvira”, “Bobbie Sue” and “American Made”. With too many Academy of Country Music Awards and Country Music Association Awards to count, The Oak Ridge Boys are bringing a night full of entertainment, packed with energy, right here to Visalia.

For more information, visit the Visalia Convention Center online, on Facebook, or call the Convention Center Box Office at (559) 713-4040.

• The summer cinema season is here as Movies in the Park is back at Riverway Sports Park. This Friday, June 10th brings Inside Out for FREE, family fun. Screened in the Special Events Promenade, films begin at dusk, approximately 8 p.m. Bring a blanket, lawn chair and a picnic dinner or cooler with drinks (no alcohol allowed), the feature film beings at dusk. For the full line-up of films, visit www.liveandplayvisalia.com.

• Don’t forget our four legged friends in the heat. Visalia Animal Services and the remind you that high temperatures mean extra caution for pets. Don’t leave your pet in an unattended vehicle, and avoid walking on hot services, like asphalt, that can burn paws. For more summer pet tips, visit Visalia Animal Services online and on Facebook.

• Visalia Police Department is recruiting for the position of Community Outreach Coordinator. There is one position available and an eligibility list is being established. The final filing deadline is Friday, June 17, 2016 at 5 p.m. Application and supplemental materials will be evaluated and applicants who appear to be most qualified will be invited to participate in a job related interview and/or practical examination process. To apply for this position, or to see on-going recruitments within the City, visit our Jobs in the City page.

• Want to beat the heat and enjoy local, natural beauty? Visiting the Sequoias is the perfect getaway and it just got a little bit easier thanks to the Sequoia Shuttle. For only $15, you get round-trip transportation to and from Sequoia National Park from Visalia. With wheelchair accessibility, luggage space and an informational video on the way up, this is one ride that can’t be beat. Learn about the routes and packages at www.sequoiashuttle.com.