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Quick Facts About Fresno California
Fresno County is in the San Joaquin Valley of central California. Downtown Los Angeles is 220 miles to the south and east, Monterey, on the Pacific Coast is almost directly to the west, 160 miles by road, and San Francisco is 185 miles to the north and west. The southern entrance to Yosemite National Park is about 65 miles to the north, while the entrance to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is about 55 miles to the east.
Fresno is the Spanish name for 'Ash Tree,' and like so many places bearing Spanish names throughout California, Fresno began in an era under Mexican rule.
Fresno abounds with fine regional and ethnic restaurants as well as a vibrant nightlife. Its symphony, local theater companies, music and dance productions distinguish Fresno as a city with access to a wide variety of cultural events.
Fresno County is named for the Spanish word for ash or ash tree. In 1856, Fresno County was created, though its present boundaries were not established until 1909.
Early inhabitants of the area probably were here between 7,000 and 50,000 years ago. The first European settlers in the early 1800's found the Yokuts tribe living n the valley floor and in the foothills along the major rivers of the area, the San Joaquin and the Kings Rivers.
The Monache Tribe lived further up the rivers. After the initial Spanish explorers came, others began to arrive including trappers and hunters. The famous mountain man, Kit Carson explored the area during the 1840's.
The Fresno Metropolitan Museum, Fresno Art Museum and other cultural organizations preserve the area's rich history and serve at the forefront for future activities.
Fresno County agrarian beauty is showcased yearly at the Fresno County Blossom Trail, a 67 mile self-guided tour featuring the natural allurement of California's agricultural heartland. A panorama of blossoms such as peaches, nectarines, oranges, plums and almonds can be found along the trail. The Blossom Trail kickoff is customarily set for the end of February.
Fresno County Farm Bureau statistics report that one in every three jobs in the county relates to agriculture. But increasing numbers of industrial, manufacturing, and service industries are finding Fresno County to be an ideal location to base all types of operations.
A study conducted by Ernst and Young ranked Fresno high on the list of preferred sites for manufacturing and distribution. The ranking was due to the city's central location and access to over 35 million consumers within a day's drive.
Designated as a Port of Entry, Fresno's key location in the center of the state and a comprehensive transportation network make it a natural hub for distribution of a myriad of goods and services.
Fresno, the only city surrounded by three national parks, provides easy access to Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon. Also, Fresno provides comfortable day trips to San Francisco, the California Coast and the Los Angeles area.
Fresno County is subject to a Mediterranean climate. Low elevations are hot and dry in the summer and in the winter moderate temperatures and relatively light precipitation are common. Yearly average precipitation: 12.0 inches
Fresno was founded unusually when the entire population of Millerton moved together from Millerton to the railroad line and a new town was created around 1872. It is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, often referred to as the great "Garden of the Sun" because of its agricultural prominance. Located here are some of the largest winereries, and largest dried fruit company in the world. Fresno is known for its large agricultural production, among the top in the world.
The name comes from the Spanish word for ash tree. There were many of these ash trees in the valley at that time. Fresno had the typical western town atmosphere with some saloons and a sheriff's office. It was burned down several times and was flooded out in 1884. After the serious flood, the resident decided they needed some structured city government. Fresno was incorporated on Oct 12, 1885.
More Facts About California
Capital: Sacramento
Governor: Arnold Schwarzenegger, R (to Jan. 2007)
Lieut. Governor: Cruz M. Bustamante, D (to Jan. 2007)
Senators: Barbara Boxer, D (to Jan. 2005); Dianne Feinstein, D (to Jan. 2007)
Secy. of State: Kevin Shelley, D (to Jan. 2007)
Atty. General: Bill Lockyer, D (to Jan. 2007)
Treasurer: Phil Angelides, D (to Jan. 2007)
Entered Union (rank): Sept. 9, 1850 (31)
Present constitution adopted: 1879
Motto: Eureka (I have found it)
Nickname: Golden State
Origin of name: From a book, Las Sergas de Esplandián, by Garcia Ordóñez de Montalvo, c. 1500
10 largest cities (2003 est.): Fresno, 3,819,951; San Diego, 1,266,753; Fresno, 898,349; San Francisco, 751,682; Long Beach, 398,844; Fresno, 451,455; Sacramento, 445,335; Oakland, 398,844; Santa Ana, 342,510; Anaheim, 332,361
Land area: 155,959 sq mi. (403,934 sq km)
Geographic center: In Madera Co., 38 mi. E of Madera
Number of counties: 58
Largest county by population and area: Fresno, 9,637,494 (2001); San Bernardino, 20,062 sq mi.
National forests: 18
State parks and beaches: 264
Residents: Californian
2003 resident population est.: 35,484,453
2000 resident census population (rank): 33,871,648 (1). Male: 16,874,892 (49.8%); Female: 16,996,756 (50.2%). White: 20,170,059 (59.5%); Black: 2,263,882 (6.7%); American Indian: 333,346 (1.0%); Asian: 3,697,513 (10.9%); Other race: 5,682,241 (16.8%); Two or more races: 1,607,646 (4.7%); Hispanic/Latino: 10,966,556 (32.4%). 2000 percent population 18 and over: 72.7; 65 and over: 10.6; median age: 33.3.
State Symbols:
Flower: Golden poppy (1903)
Tree: California redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens & Sequoiadendron giganteum) (1937, 1953)
Bird: California valley quail (1931)
Animal: California grizzly bear (1953)
Fish: California golden trout (1947)
Colors: Blue and gold (1951)
Song: "I Love You, California" (1951)
