Magallanes, Williams to wed in Madera
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneRuth Ann Magallanes will wed Jeffrey Scott Williams September 2012 in Madera. Magallanes is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Magallanes of Madera. She graduated with a...
View ArticleSuspect arrested after incendiary device set off at Bass Lake Courthouse
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneAn Oakhurst man was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of setting off an incendiary device at Bass Lake Courthouse and calling in bomb threats to two local news agencies....
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USDA eyes whether tainted beef entered human food supply
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) — Federal regulators who shut down a Central California slaughterhouse after receiving an animal welfare video were investigating Tuesday whether beef from sick...
View ArticleSix-year validation
Author(s): Elsa MejiaMadera Adult School accredited for first time by association of schools Students who started classes at Madera Adult School on Monday can be assured that the diplomas they aim to...
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State squeeze pushes marijuana grows to other states
Author(s): Associated PressSACRAMENTO (AP) — Law enforcement crackdowns on illegal marijuana groves on California’s public lands appear to be pushing some growers into other states, federal authorities...
View ArticleLifetime Achievement Awards to be given
Author(s): The Madera TribuneThe Madera District Chamber of Commerce will honor six longtime community members tonight with a Lifetime Achievement Award. A dinner in their honor will begin with social...
View ArticleFolkloric dance group to perform at St. Joachim’s annual Harvest Festival
Author(s): Ronald MontezFor the first time in three years, traditional Mexican dance groups Ballet Folklorico de Madera and Alta California will perform for patrons at the St. Joachim Parish Harvest...
View ArticleSinger to perform at Meet the Artist event
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneSinger-songwriter Nicole Ripley will perform from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday during a Meet the Artist event held monthly at The Coffee Spot in the Madera Ranchos. Ripley says...
View ArticleSmoothie shop emphasizes nutrition
Author(s): Tyler TakedaA year ago, Ritesh “Ricky” Patel had intentions of opening a Coldstone Creamery in Madera. But when the banks were slow to give Patel a loan, he stepped back, got out of the deal...
View ArticleCitizen’s tip nabs three suspected of stripping wire
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneSheriff John Anderson credits a Madera County citizen with the arrest of two women and a man suspected of stripping 500 feet of power line that belonged to Union...
View ArticleBark For Life to raise funds to fight cancer
Author(s): Leon EmoDogs of all breeds and varieties will gather at Lions Town and Country Park on the corner of Industrial and Granada avenues Saturday for the third annual Bark For Life. Proceeds go...
View ArticleMan killed on highway north of Madera identified
Author(s): Farin MontanezA man that died early Tuesday after he got out of his overturned vehicle and was hit by another vehicle on State Route 99 north of Madera has been identified as 33-year-old...
View ArticleMore than a dance
Author(s): Farin MontanezFolkloric instructor teaches Mexican history Students enrolled in Ballet Folklorico de Madera, a traditional Mexican dance group sponsored by the City of Madera, learn more...
View ArticleState releases scores on high school exit exam
Author(s): Bill CoateThe California Department of Education gave the public its first peek at the results of its annual, highstakes testing program Wednesday, which included data for Madera and Madera...
View ArticleCouncil appoints 1st elected mayor
Author(s): Bill CoateNot without some public grumbling Three members of the Madera City Council decided Wednesday to save $65,000 by making appointments instead of holding an election for mayor and...
View ArticleFormer teacher reaches out to Maderans
Author(s): Elsa MejiaA former teacher who abandoned his career in search of a way to help children directly, without being subjugated by standardized testing, wants to bring rehabilitation services for...
View ArticleMadera’s lumber roots
Author(s): Bill CoateNew exhibit at fair will show how logging and milling gave birth to city The Madera District Fair is just around the corner, and this year fair-goers will be able to connect with...
View ArticlePark goes to the dogs to fight cancer
Author(s): Leon EmoLions Town and Country Park went to the dogs for the third annual Bark For Life to help in the fight against cancer. Over 50 owners were lined up early to register their furry...
View ArticleRecord entries for annual Elks Rib Cook-off
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneThe back yard of the Madera Elks Lodge was filled to capacity with a record nineteen teams competing in the lodge’s eighth annual Rib Cook-off. Teams came from as far...
View ArticleArrest reports as of Monday, August 27, 2012
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneMarcelino Montalvo of Madera was arrested on or about Aug. 8 in Fresno County on suspicion of driving offenses. Billy Perez of Madera was arrested on or about Aug. 9 in...
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