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Clovis, California

Located in Fresno County, California, Clovis was established in 1891. Clovis calls itself 'Gateway to the Sierras.'. Clovis Rodeo has been held annually since 1914.
Founded 1891 | Population 125,000 | Peak 125,000 (2024) | County Fresno County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Clovis, California

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1891 Railroad Town Founded: Named for Clovis Cole, railroad pioneer.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Clovis's identity and economy.
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1948 Clovis Rodeo Begins: Annual rodeo becomes major tradition.
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2000 Fresno Suburban Boom: Rapid growth as Fresno metro expands.
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2020 Fastest Growing CA City: Among fastest-growing in Central Valley.
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Latest News in Clovis

Jan 1, 1970
Wheel of Fortune Contestant Misses Out On $61,000 Over This Tough Puzzle
A Wheel of Fortune contestant saw $61,000 slip away in the Bonus Round last week, leaving fans stunned over what many called one o…
Jan 1, 1970
Dead or Missing Scientists Pose “National Security Threat,” Top House Republican Warns as Oversight Committee Launches Probe
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has declared a series of deaths and disappearances involving at least 11 Am…
Jan 1, 1970
Trump’s Psychedelic Pivot: Executive Order Accelerates Review of Mind-Altering Drugs for Mental Health Crisis
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Saturday directing federal agencies to fast-track the review and potential app…
Jan 1, 1970
White House Signals Review of Mysterious Deaths and Disappearances Among U.S. Scientists in Sensitive Fields
The Trump administration has indicated it will examine a cluster of unexplained deaths and disappearances involving at least 10 Am…
Jan 1, 1970
California’s “Stop Nick Shirley Act”: Privacy Measure or Assault on Investigative Journalism?
California lawmakers advanced a controversial bill Monday that critics have dubbed the “Stop Nick Shirley Act,” raising sharp …
Jan 1, 1970
Sexual Assault Probe and Staff Revolt Threaten to End Congressman’s California Gubernatorial Bid
Rep. Eric Swalwell’s once-promising campaign for California governor has unraveled with breathtaking speed. In little more than …

Complete Historical Timeline

1891 Transport
Railroad Town Founded
1942 Government
Military Presence
1948 Sports
Clovis Rodeo Begins
2000 Business
Fresno Suburban Boom
2020 Business
Fastest Growing CA City

Did You Know?

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Clovis calls itself 'Gateway to the Sierras.'.
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Clovis Rodeo has been held annually since 1914.
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Known for its 'Old Town' western heritage feel.
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Clovis is located in Fresno County, California.
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Clovis was founded in 1891.

Famous People from Clovis, California

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Chris Colfer
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Jenna Prandini
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Colby Covington
Mixed Martial Arts Fighter, Amateur Wrestler · Born Feb 22, 1988 · Age 38
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Jake Sandvig
Actor, Television Actor · Born Sep 8, 1986 · Age 39

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