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    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 16) and Alessandra (who’s 13).

    When he’s not at home with his kids and his wife of 17-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 and Instagram.

    • Here's What's Going On This Weekend

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, July 11, 2025 at 8:54 AM

      Let's catch up with Donna Orozco with the Visalia Times Delta to find out what's happening in The South Valley.

    • Wondering What To Watch? Well...

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, July 11, 2025 at 8:26 AM

      What's worth watching... streaming or otherwise... the next few days? Here are a few suggestions for you. Enjoy!

    • Time For Pesto's Puppies -- WOOF

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 7:46 AM

      We're talking with Candace Harrington, from Visalia Animal Services, about "Cherry" & "Palm." So cute!

    • Hey, It's Toad The Wet Sprocket

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 10:12 AM

      Thanks to Dean Dinning, with Toad The Wet Sprocket, for calling in this morning. Here's what he had to say...

    • We're Catching Up With Amy Shuklian

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, July 7, 2025 at 9:03 AM

      Let's find out from Amy Shuklian, with the Tulare County Board of Supervisors, what's happening in Tulare County.

    • Getting To Know Valley Oak SPCA

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, June 23, 2025 at 9:22 AM

      Keyana Davis is the Co-Executive Director of Valley Oak SPCA and there are some big things in the works, like...

    • She's The Host Of "Visalia Talks"

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 7:45 AM

      A while back Vanessa Gonzalez, the host of "Visalia Talks," had Mike Pesto on her podcast. Well, turnabout is fair play.

    • Have You Seen This Dog?

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM

      "B.B." has been missing since May 21st. There's now a $2,500 reward for her safe return. Here's how you can help.

    • Meet Our Newest Concert Venue

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:48 AM

      Have you been to Adventist Health Amphitheater in Tulare's Zumwalt Park? If not, here's a little sneak peek for you.

    • Mike Pesto Was On Visalia Talks

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:59 AM

      Mike Pesto sat down with Vanessa Gonzalez from Visalia Talks -- and they had a lot to talk about. Check this out!

    • "The Producers" At The Ice House

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Friday, May 16, 2025 at 9:45 AM

      "The Producers" is coming to The Ice House in Visalia. Let's get the lowdown from its Director and Musical Director.

    • A Steve Perry & Willie Nelson Duet?

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM

      Steve Perry & Willie Nelson sang together years ago on "We Are The World." Well, they're together again for "Faithfully"

    • First Official Trailer for "Superman"

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:55 AM

      James Gunn's "Superman" hits theaters on July 11th. Here's the first, official, full-length trailer for it. Enjoy!

    • Catching Up With The Mayor Of Visalia

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 8:13 AM

      What's going on in Visalia that we need to know about? Let's find out from Visalia Mayor, Brett Taylor. This'll be good!

    • Seeking Forgiveness Years After The Fact

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:49 AM

      When he was a kid, Mike Pesto damaged his family's Doughboy Pool and never fessed up. It's about time he did!

    • What If Wham! Sang It: An AI Experiment

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:48 AM

      Today we celebrate Cinco de Mayo & Revenge of The Fifth, in song. Let's see what AI does with this. How bad could it be?

    • Time To "Play Ball" With The Rawhide

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 7:18 AM

      Our Visalia Rawhide are in the midst of their longest homestand of the year, and there are a ton of promotions.

    • This Is The Shortest Song Ever...

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 5:57 AM

      to make Billboard's Hot 100. It's "Steve's Lava Chicken," from "Mindcraft Movie" Give it a listen! It won't take long.

    • You Can "Spin" For A Great Cause

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, April 28, 2025 at 8:01 AM

      Saturday, May 3, you're invited to be a part of a spin-a-thon for a great cause. What's it all about? Let's find out!

    • "What If WHAM! Sang It"

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:56 AM

      What if Wham! had sung a song about Earth Day? The most advanced AI on the planet thinks it would have sounded like this...

    • The Last Trailer For "Thunderbolts*"

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:03 AM

      "Thunderbolts*" hits theaters Friday, May 2. It might be Marvel's biggest movie of the year. Here's the final trailer.

    • Enchanted Playhouse "Charlotte's Web"

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM

      What does it take to play Wilber, the pig, in Enchanted Playhouse's production of "Charlotte's Web?" Let's find out!

    • Did They Really Do This...

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 9:44 AM

      or is it all just some elaborate April Fools MONTH prank -- or maybe a promotional gimmic for "Game of Thrones?" Hmm!

    • Richard "Kiki" Torrez Jr. Wins Again

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, April 7, 2025 at 8:24 AM

      Check out the highlights of Richard "Kiki" Torrez Jr's most recent win in the ring against Guido Vianello. He's now 13-0!

    • Talking With US Congressman Vince Fong

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 7:21 AM

      US Congressman Vince Fong shares who his "My South Valley Hero" is with us and some news he hasn't shared publicly.

    • Let's Get To Know Donnette Silva Carter

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Monday, March 31, 2025 at 11:44 AM

      Donnette Silva Carter is the CEO of the Tulare Chamber of Commerce. What does she love about it? Let's find out!

    • Meet State Senator Shannon Grove

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 7:56 AM

      What's going on in Sacramento that we need to be aware of and who are Senator Grove's heroes? Let's find out!

    • The New "Voice" Of The Visalia Rawhide

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:41 AM

      Griffin Epstein is the new voice of the Visalia Rawhide. What's happening with the team this year? Let's find out!

    • April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 8:39 AM

      ... but we're getting ready for it a little early by talking with Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward. Give him a listen!

    • Tornado Warnings Here In The Valley?

      Posted by Mike Pesto at Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 7:50 AM

      We had some pretty wild weather here in the valley St. Patrick's Day. Two funnel clouds were spotted. Check it out!

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