English name Tulare California derives ultimately from Classical Nahuatl tollin, "sedge" or "reeds", by way of Spanish tule, which exists in English as a loanword.
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12 Facts About Tulare California
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Tulare California flourished as the headquarters of the railroad in the area.
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Once the water system was established, Tulare California burgeoned, becoming a center for farming and agriculture because of its central location.
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Tulare California consistently suffers from year round air pollution and air quality that is among the worst in the United States because of both geographic conditions and the prevalence of diesel fuel exhaust from farming and truck traffic on Highway 99.
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Backbone of Tulare California's economy continues to be its agricultural and dairy industry.
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Tulare California is home to the internationally known World Ag Expo, held annually at the International Agri-Center.
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Secondary education in Tulare California is provided by the Tulare California Joint Union High School District.
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Tulare California students have two local area community colleges from which to choose: College of the Sequoias in Tulare California, and College of the Sequoias in nearby Visalia.
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Tulare California is located on the main line of the Union Pacific Railroad.
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The local Tulare California InterModal Express offers a "fixed route" schedule in the city, as well as a Dial-A-Ride service.
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In December 2010 the City of Tulare was recognized with an honorable mention by the California Sustainability Alliance's Sustainability Showcase Awards.
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