My Mornings with Mike Pesto
Mike moved to the valley from the Monterey Bay area in June of 2011. The first question he ALWAYS gets, when someone realizes he moved from THERE to HERE, is “why?” “Well, that’s easy,” he’ll tell you. “Have you ever tried buying a home on the coast? Can i interest you in a 250 square-foot fixer-upper for $1.8 million? No thank-you!”
Strangely enough, while he does miss the snow… having grown up just outside of Chicago… he actually does prefer the weather here to what the coast has to offer. It reminds him of the 5-years he lived in Las Vegas; minus the debauchery. Ahh, but those “Sin City” days are long be-hind him. Now he’s a married man with two children: Anthony (who’s 7) and Alessandra (who’s 4).
When he’s not at home with his kids and his wife of 9-years (Cesca) he’s usually out-and-about with them; taking in a game at Rawhide Ballpark (during baseball season) or maybe checking out the General Sherman at Sequoia National Park. You MIGHT also catch him on-line, where you can “friend” him on facebook (“Mike Pesto”). You can also follow him on Twitter (@MikePesto) or Snapchat (“TheMikePesto”). He hopes you do!
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Can Alligators Climb Fences? The Answer, Is "YES!"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, August 19th, 2019 8:22am
Have you ever seen an alligator climb a chain-link fence? No? You won't be able to say that after seeing this.
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"I Am Patrick Swayze" Debuts On Paramount Network
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, August 19th, 2019 7:27am
Everyone's buzzing this morning about "I Am Patrick Swayze," which debuted on Paramount Network this past weekend.
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Which New Movies Are Worth Your Time? Let's Find Out!
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, August 16th, 2019 1:29pm
James Ward, of the Visalia Times Delta, knows what to see and what to skip at the movies this weekend. And he says...
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Today Is National Tell A Joke Day, So Here You Go...
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, August 16th, 2019 5:36am
When kids tell jokes it's nearly impossible NOT to laugh. Try watching this without letting out a giggle or two, or three.
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50 Years Ago Today It Was All About "Woodstock"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, August 15th, 2019 9:17am
On August 15, 1969, the "Woodstock" Music & Art Fair opened in upstate New York. Would you have wanted to be there?
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Here's The Lowdown On What's Happening This Weekend
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, August 2nd, 2019 1:11pm
Checking in with James Ward of the Visalia Times Delta to find out what's going on in the South Valley this weekend.
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Who's Throwing Out The 1st Pitch At The Rawhide Game?
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, August 1st, 2019 1:12pm
Olivia's son, "Tino" will be throwing out the first pitch at Sunday's Rawhide game. Here's how "mom" got the good news.
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It All Comes Down To THIS On ABC's "The Bachelorette"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, July 30th, 2019 5:37pm
We're talking "The Bachelorette" and we have a couple bold predictions that could actually on season finale tonight.
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The Wind-Up And Here's The (First) Pitch (Winner)
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, July 25th, 2019 12:15pm
Congratulations to Mary Rodriguez in Visalia. She and her husband will be at the Rawhide game Sunday and...
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It's "A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood" TRAILER
Posted by Mike Pesto at Wednesday, July 24th, 2019 6:56am
Yes, Tom Hanks actually sings, as "Mr. Rogers," in the first official trailer for "A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood."
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Here's What You May Have Missed On "The Bachelorette"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019 1:10pm
Last night the "Luke P" drama came to a head on "The Bachelorette." Here's what went down and what's to come.
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Paul & Ringo, Together Again, In L.A. At Dodger Stadium
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, July 15th, 2019 9:16am
This past weekend Paul McCartney wrapped up his world tour with some help from former Beatles bandmate, Ringo Starr.
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Our PLEA To Willie Nelson To Bring Farm Aid To California
Posted by Mike Pesto at Wednesday, July 10th, 2019 11:31am
Tulare County Agricultural Commissioner, Tom Tucker, has a personal message for Farm Aid and Willie Nelson.
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Friends And Family Rally Around Stephane Rodriguez
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, July 8th, 2019 9:08am
On June 15th, Stephane Rodriguez was struck and seriously injured by the driver of a Lamborghini. Here's an update.
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Here's The Lowdown On What's Happening This Weekend
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, July 5th, 2019 8:56am
Checking in with James Ward of the Visalia Times Delta to find out what's going on in the South Valley this weekend.
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California Officials Fear More Earthquakes Are Coming
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, July 5th, 2019 8:52am
Ridgecrest in Searles Valley is in a state of emergency as the earth continues to tremble there. Here's what's happened.
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Did You Catch What Happened On "The Bachelorette?"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, July 2nd, 2019 1:40pm
Want to get caught up on all the drama that is ABC's "The Bachelorette?" There's quite a bit to get to. Here we go!
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Here's The Lowdown On What's Happening This Weekend
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, June 28th, 2019 5:54pm
Checking in with James Ward of the Visalia Times Delta to find out what's going on in the South Valley this weekend.
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The Cliffsnotes Version Of The First Democratic Debate
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, June 27th, 2019 2:13pm
If you didn't have time... or interest... to watch the first Democratic debate night, here's a quick recap of what you missed.
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The Wind Up And Here's The (First) Pitch (Winner)
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, June 20th, 2019 3:31pm
Looks like Hovel's WHOLE FAMILY will be at Rawhide Ballpark Sunday (6/23) watching him throw out the first pitch.
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Why You NEVER Trust Transcribed Voicemail Messages
Posted by Mike Pesto at Wednesday, June 19th, 2019 12:29pm
Mike Pesto's dad called him yesterday and the transcribed voicemail message was NOTHING like what he actually said.
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How Much Are Your Childhood Memories Worth To You?
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, June 17th, 2019 1:37pm
Mike Pesto's wife still has a TON of toys she had as a kid. Turns out a few of them may be worth quite a bit. Hmmm!
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Have You Seen This 11-Year Old's Audition On A-G-T?
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, June 13th, 2019 12:55pm
Tyler Butler-Figueroa WOWed the judges... and the whole country along with them... on America's Got Talent this week!
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Be One Of The First To See The New "Frozen II" Trailer
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, June 11th, 2019 7:47am
"Frozen II" hits theaters this coming November and looks to be MUCH DARKER than the original. Check it out!
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Who's Thowing Out The First Pitch At The Rawhide Game?
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, June 7th, 2019 7:28am
Looks like it's going to be Mary Ann Gonzales throwing out the first pitch this time around. Bet it's going to be a strike!
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Visalia Rawhide ALREADY Clinch A Spot In The Playoffs
Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, June 4th, 2019 12:40pm
Last night (6/3) OUR Visalia Rawhide became the first team in professional baseball in the country to make the playoffs.
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"I Thought That Speech Sounded Awfully Familiar"
Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, June 3rd, 2019 2:07pm
A High School Principal recently plagiarized Ashton Kutcher's speech from the 2013 Teen Choice Awards. Oops!
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The Scripps National Spelling Bee Ends In An 8-Way Tie
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, May 31st, 2019 7:55am
We're not sure if they just ran out of words or if someone had dinner reservations but here's how it all ended yesterday...
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Little Girl Injured By A Foul Ball At A Major League Game
Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, May 30th, 2019 2:23pm
A little girl was injured by a foul ball during the Astros vs. Cubs game Wednesday (5/29). Here's what happend...
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Here's The Lowdown On What's Happening This Weekend
Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, May 24th, 2019 5:44am
Checking in with James Ward of the Visalia Times Delta to find out what's going on in the South Valley this weekend.
