Kings County

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05/16/2026

PEACE OFFICERS’ MEMORIAL 👮‍♂️👮👮‍♀️

On May 13, 2026, the Kings County Board of Supervisors attended Kings County Peace Officers’ Memorial Day. The memorial was held at the Kings County Government Center Courtyard, hosted by the Kings County District Attorney’s Office.

The Kings County Peace Officers' Memorial was established on Peace Officers' Memorial Day in 1998, spearheaded by the Kings County Peace Officers' Association. Since the dedication ceremony, the Kings County Peace Officers' Memorial Service has been held at the monument each May.

The County honors the service and sacrifice of our community’s law enforcement personnel, and encourages residents to visit the memorial, located at 1400 W. Lacey Blvd., Hanford, 93230, near the flag poles.

05/15/2026

KETTLEMAN CITY PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE PROJECT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENT

Kings County is applying for 2027 Active Transportation Program (ATP) funding through California Transportation Commission (CT) for the Kettleman City Pedestrian Bridge Project. This project will significantly improve safety, connectivity, and accessibility for pedestrians and bicyclists by addressing a critical barrier along CA State Route 41 (SR-41).

-Learn more about the proposed project and its current status.
-Discuss potential benefits and concerns.
-Ask questions.
-Provide feedback.

🗓️Monday, May 18 @ 5:30PM

🗓️Wednesday, May 27 @ 5:30PM

📍 Kettleman City Elementary School Cafeteria
701 General Petroleum Ave
Kettleman City, CA 93239

PROYECTO PUENTE PEATONAL DE KETTLEMAN CITY EVENTO DE PARTICIPACIÓN COMUNITARIA

El Condado de Kings está solicitando financiamiento del Programa de Transporte
Activo (ATP) 2027 a través de la Comisión de Transporte de California (CTC) para el
Proyecto del Puente Peatonal de
Kettleman City. Este proyecto mejorara
significativamente la seguridad, la conectividad y la accesibilidad para peatones y ciclistas al abordar una barrera crítica a lo largo de la Ruta Estatal de California 41 (SR-41).

-Aprender más sobre el proyecto propuesto y el estado actual.
-Discutir posibles beneficios y preocupaciones.
-Hacer preguntas.
-Brindar comentarios.

🗓️Lunes, 18 de Mayo @ 5:30PM

🗓️Miércoles, 27 de Mayo @ 5:30PM

📍 Cafetería de la Escuela Primaria de Kettleman City
701 General Petroleum Ave
Kettleman City, CA 93239

05/15/2026

FOSTER CARE MONTH 💙

On May 12, 2026, the Kings County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution proclaiming the month of May 2026 as Foster Care Month in Kings County!

Foster parents serve as essential caregivers, offering children a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment during challenging transitions in their lives. Whether they provide short-term emergency care, long-term placements, or adopt children into their families, foster parents play a vital role in ensuring that every child has the opportunity to grow, heal, and thrive.

🌐To learn more about the Kings County foster care services, visit: bit.ly/KingsFosterCareParenting

05/15/2026

2025 BATTLE OF THE BADGES 🏆

On May 12, 2026, Kings County accepted the 2025 Battle of the Badges trophy!

The County donated 92 pints of blood, helping save an estimated 276 lives here in Kings County. For 2025 overall, Kings County Blood Drives collected 225 pints, saving an estimated 675 people.

In addition to the accepting the 2025 Battle of the Badges trophy, Supervisor Joe Neves (District 1) received an individual award for being “A Champion for Life”. The awards states, “In proud recognition of an extraordinary commitment to saving lives. As of April 2025, through the generous donation of 140 units of blood, and estimated 420 lives have been impacted. Thank you! Our community is truly thankful for your commitment to this cause.”

The County appreciates all who donated this past year, and are excited to defend the title of South Valley Champions in 2026! Our thanks to the Central California Blood Center for their support of the blood drive, and the Kings County Department of Public Health for facilitating!

05/14/2026

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS & MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH MONTH 💚

On May 12, 2026, the Kings County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution proclaiming the month of May 2026, as Mental Health Awareness Month and Maternal Mental Health Month in Kings County!

Throughout the month of May, Kings County Behavioral Health (KCBH) and the Kings County Department of Public Health (KCDPH), in partnership with the Kings County Mental Health Task Force, will lead a countywide outreach and education campaign.

This effort aims to reduce stigma and raise awareness of the importance of mental health for all individuals, including maternal mental health, recognizing its impact on the well-being of mothers after childbirth, as well as the development of children, families, and communities.

🌐To learn more about the Kings County mental health services, visit: kcbh.org