Black grew up just outside Visalia in California's Central Valley, the rural agricultural ... Back then, the region was rich in water resources for farming. "When I was a child, I'd walk outside ...

Fabulous food. Great, local wines. And wonderful, walkable downtowns. The Tri-Valley region of California is not only easy to enjoy, but easy to get to. The valley is roughly a 45-minute drive ...

As California ... satellite photos show that the white blankets enveloping mountains across the state have started to recede. The Southern Sierra continues to be the standout region, with ...