About the Author

Michael Dowd is the founder and publisher of The Visalia Chronicle, an independent digital news and information publication focused on Visalia, Tulare County, and the broader Central Valley region of California.

The Chronicle's Mission

He launched The Visalia Chronicle to build a reliable, accessible local news source that combines daily reporting, community guides, events coverage, and public-interest information in one place. The publication covers local government, public safety, infrastructure, business openings and closures, weather impacts, regional development, and community resources, along with broader state and national stories that affect Central Valley residents.

Editorial Oversight

Michael oversees the editorial direction, publishing standards, and content review process for the site. Articles are produced using a structured research and writing workflow, with fact-checking steps and editorial review before publication. The goal is to present information clearly, quickly, and responsibly, while making coverage easy for local readers to understand and use.

Professional Background

Professionally, Michael has a background as a senior software engineer and technology builder, with experience developing large-scale systems and AI-assisted tools. He applies that technical expertise to publishing infrastructure, site performance, and content workflows to ensure the Chronicle remains fast, organized, and continuously updated.

Independence

The Visalia Chronicle operates as an independent publication and is not affiliated with any political party, government agency, or corporate media group.

Contact

Readers can contact the publication through the site's contact page for corrections, tips, or general inquiries.