Clovis History

February ArtHop Celebrates Clovis’ 108th Anniversary

Signs of Clovis history were everywhere during the Thursday evening ArtHop at the Clovis Regional Library on February 20.  …

Faces and Places: La Posada and the American Dream

When translated to English, the Spanish term “La Posada” simply means “The Inn.” But in the plural sense, it takes…

Let’s Talk Clovis: 1919 Balfe Ranch, part 1

Harry Balfe (1860-1944) was a wealthy New York financier and CEO of the world’s largest wholesale grocery organization. During his…

Let’s Talk Clovis: Legendary CUSD Superintendent Dr. Floyd Buchanan, 1924-2015

We call him Doc. Dr. Floyd B. Buchanan (1924-2015) became the first Superintendent of Clovis Unified School District in 1960.…

The ‘New’ Old Town Clovis

At first glance, Old Town may seem like a place that hardly ever changes.  With its wide, lantern-lit streets, brick…

Let’s Talk Clovis: The Clovis Independent, June 6, 1929

The printed word enriched and preserved of our rich history. The Clovis Tribune was founded in 1905 by H. W.…

The End of a Decade

As we say goodbye to 2019 and move into 2020, we're not only saying goodbye to a year but also…

Let’s Talk Clovis: Bert and MaryLou Hall, Dedicated to Youth

Bert and MaryLou Hall were united in marriage on September 14, 1937. They became dedicated teachers and stewards of our…

Looking Back at 2019: A Year of Community Engagement and Development

Clovis went to work in 2019. It was a huge year for community engagement and private development, as the city…

Let’s Talk Clovis: The Life of Azalea Ball, 1909-2008

Azalea was a passionate, intelligent, and energetic woman. She successfully fought cancer three times. Her philosophy was to see the…