Magnuson brothers earn Eagle Scout honors
Author(s): Ronald MontezFollowing in their older brothers’ footsteps, local residents Cody and Conner Magnuson reached the highest rank possible in the Boy Scouts of America, an educational youth...
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Law OKs underage wine and beer tasting in colleges
Author(s): Associated PressSACRAMENTO (AP) — Aspiring brewers and winemakers in college can legally taste — but not swallow — their products starting winter semester. Gov. Jerry Brown signed AB1989 on...
View ArticleLocal Teeyan festival celebrated
Author(s): Ronald MontezWhile the cultural celebration of Teeyan could be described as a prosperous festival for Indian women, Madera resident Pam Grewal believes there’s more to the event than just...
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Murder charges filed in robbery
Author(s): Associated PressSTOCKTON (AP) — A 19-year-old California man was charged Monday with three counts of murder in the deaths of a hostage and two accomplices, and 22 counts of attempted murder...
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Transgender, gay workers gain bias ban order
Author(s): Associated PressWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Monday ordered employment protection for gay and transgender employees who work for the federal government or for companies holding...
View ArticleMigrant children learning English through technology
Author(s): The Madera TribuneBy Careen WongOver the past three weeks, proud and astonished teachers at Madera’s migrant summer school learned that a child’s creativity and imagination know no...
View ArticleChamber announces its Lifetime Achievement honorees
Author(s): Tami Jo NixCivic service is the way many people give to their community. They don’t do it for accolades or awards, but to improve the city in which they live.The Madera Chamber of Commerce...
View ArticleEagle candidate helps pets
Author(s): The Madera TribuneHe’ll collect food and other items this weekendBy Careen WongFuzzy kittens and glistening-eyed puppies may look adorable but it takes a lot to care for them and Madera...
View ArticleSupes tackle water issues
Author(s): Mark SmithMoratorium on new wells, use restrictions considered to mitigate drought effectsWater was again the primary focus for the Madera County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday as it...
View Article‘Iron Man 3’ at park Friday
Author(s): Leon Emo Summer movie series continues The free Movies in the Park series continues Friday evening with the showing of “Iron Man 3” starring Robert Downey Jr. as industrialist Tony Stark,...
View ArticleMUSD authorizes $70 million bond
Author(s): Mark SmithThe fate of Madera’s next high school will be in the hands of county voters in November’s general election after a $70 million bond was authorized for the ballot by the Madera...
View ArticleReport: Yosemite supports 5,033 jobs
Author(s): For The Madera Tribune Tourists spent $373 million in 2013 In 2013, 3,691,192 visitors to Yosemite National Park spent $373,269,800 in communities near the park, according to a National Park...
View ArticleLocal olympics ends Friday
Author(s): John RiepingMADERA RANCHOS — A week-long academic and athletic competition for group home men will continue today and tomorrow at Valley Teen Ranch, west of Madera Ranchos.“We see our young...
View ArticleBlast testing for rail project
Author(s): Mark SmithWith the force of a small NASA rocket, a steel shaft blasted into the side of a concrete piling in Madera multiple times as part of continued testing for eventual construction of...
View ArticleRiders prep for trek
Author(s): The Madera TribuneFor anyone who is a horse lover or wants to experience rich Hispanic culture, the annual Joaquin Murrieta Riders is the go-to event of the year.At 9 a.m. Friday,...
View ArticleWork under way on former Mervyn’s store building
Author(s): DJ BeckerAfter six years of sitting empty, the former Mervyn’s department store in a shopping center on Country Club Drive is now the scene of work that is the start of a substantial upgrade...
View ArticlePontiac GTOs to highlight September car show
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneMore than 150 Pontiacs and GMCs are expected to head to Bass Lake in September for the third Pontiacs at the Pines car show.The Pontiacs of Central California,...
View ArticleNite Flight returns for another summer Concert in the Park
Author(s): Leon EmoThe popular Nite Flight band will return to Madera to perform at this Sunday’s summer Concert in the Park. The entertainment begins at 7 p.m. in the Lions Town and Country Park...
View ArticleOperation Lost & Found celebrates 10th anniversary
Author(s): For The Madera Tribune Program hits milestone by surpassing 100 clients Now boasting more than 100 clients — and a 100 percent success rate — the Madera County Sheriff’s Operation Lost &...
View ArticleFair exhibit entry deadline is Aug. 12
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneThe Madera District Fair is accepting entries from local residents hoping to compete in a variety of exhibits including livestock, floriculture, arts & crafts and...
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