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Fresno, California

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Centrally located between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Fresno, California, is in the heart of California's Central Valley. It is the sixth largest city in California. Fresno and the surrounding area is one of the country's main agricultural areas. It is known to be the Raisin Capital of the World

Economy:
Fresno today is a center of manufacturing, shipping, and finance. Fruits, vegetables, dairy, and cotton all go through the city from the surrounding areas. Oil and natural gas reserves are also around the city, which provides a boost to Fresno. Commonly manufactured goods of the city include beer, plastics, farm equipment, and various medical devices.

Tourism:
Fresno Yosemite International Airport is located six miles from the city. No major professional sports teams are from Fresno, but several minor league teams play in the city. Popular destinations in and around Fresno include the Sierra National Forrest, Fashion Fair, the Forestiere Underground Gardens, and the Fresno County Blossom Trail. Major parks that are located in Fresno include Roeding Park and Woodward Park.

History:
Fresno was first settled in 1872 to be a station on the Central Pacific Railroad. Early on in its history, the city utilized irrigation for farming to help increase the productivity of the land. The city was incorporated in 1885. The first modern landfill was introduced to Fresno in 1937. The agriculture of the area continued to expand as the years went on and today Fresno County is the top agricultural county in the country. This has resulted in the population of Fresno growing very quickly, particularly during the 1980's when the area was one of the fastest growing in the country.

Colleges/Universities:
California State University - Fresno
Fresno City College
Fresno Pacific University
Heald College - Fresno
San Joaquin Valley College
California School of Professional Psychology - Fresno
Microcomputer Education Center

Interesting Facts:
-Fresno City College is the oldest junior college in the state of California.
-The city council of Fresno consists of an elected mayor as well as seven representatives who serve each of the city's districts.
-The city's international airport was the first in the country to implement a terrorist facial recognition system.

Helpful Links:
Fresno moving companies
Official city website