Sheriff’s office adds 4, promotes 2
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneFour newly sworn-in deputies and two promotions were announced Wednesday by Sheriff John Anderson. All six are area natives.“Deputies Miguel Hernandez, Logan Majeski,...
View ArticleLocal graduates in medicine
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneBobby Aulakh of Madera has graduated with honors from American University of Antigua College of Medicine in the Caribbean.He is a graduate of Madera High School, and...
View ArticleLocal Authors Day this weekend
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneSeveral Central California writers will appear at the Chowchilla Library during the free Local Authors Day/Central Valley Writers’ Workshop 10-Year Anniversary from 2-5...
View ArticleBeauty Bar pampers clients with custom-blended facials
Business ProfileAuthor(s): Tyler TakedaAlthough not open long, the Beauty Bar is ready to expand.“We’ve been operating for the past month by appointment only,” said owner Karen Mavrikis.The Beauty Bar,...
View ArticleTrivia Bike Run set for Saturday
Author(s): Elsa MejiaA local nonprofit organization that aims to raise money to help those afflicted with muscular dystrophy is set to host a Trivia Bike Run for the first time on Saturday.The Justin...
View ArticleLocal to represent Bigelow
Author(s): Chuck DoudMika Petrucci is the new area representative for 5th District California Assemblyman Frank Bigelow, a Republican who won election to the position last year.A graduate of Madera...
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Babysitter gets probation in death of toddler
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) — A Northern California woman will be on probation for three years after pleading no contest to involuntary manslaughter in connection with the death of a...
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Valley fever hits 28 at solar plant sites
Author(s): Associated PressSAN LUIS OBISPO (AP) — Authorities were investigating a valley fever outbreak that sickened 28 workers at solar power plants under construction in Central California. State...
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Yosemite’s Glacier Point Road set to open
Author(s): Associated PressYOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (AP) — The road to one of the most beautiful lookout points in Yosemite National Park is set to open after the last of the snow has cleared. Park...
View ArticleCinco de Mayo celebration set for Sunday
Author(s): Elsa MejiaOwners of a local wiring and income tax service business are giving away 3,000 tickets for a Cinco de Mayo celebration set for Sunday.Yosemite Multiservicios, 107 E. Yosemite Ave.,...
View ArticleDinner and dance are heading to Lumbertown
Author(s): John RiepingThe Lumbertown exhibit on the Madera District Fairgrounds will be filled with music, memories and more Friday night for the Boots and Bangles steak dinner and dance organized by...
View ArticleRelay For Life to begin Saturday
Author(s): Leon EmoMaderans from across the community will converge on Lions Town and Country Park this weekend for the annual American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life. A record number of teams, 75,...
View ArticleSheriff collects 60 pounds of Rx meds
Author(s): The Madera TribuneMadera County residents turned in 60 pounds of unwanted prescription medications to the Madera County Sheriff’s office during a National Prescription Drug Take-Back Program...
View Article40 gather for noontime prayer
Author(s): Mark SmithAbout 40 residents gathered on the steps of the Madera County Museum at Courthouse Park on Thursday during the noontime community prayer event to pray for the nation and city to...
View ArticleMayor hosts day of prayer
Author(s): Tami Jo NixNational Day of Prayer was celebrated Thursday in Madera with the annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast. Nearly 350 people gathered in Hatfield Hall at the Madera District Fairgrounds...
View ArticleCounty commission seeks candidates to fill vacancy
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneApplications are being accepted for a vacant position at the Madera Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). The alternate public member position is open to county...
View ArticleRodriguez says no to bid to hold rail hearing in chambers
Author(s): Farin MontanezCongressman Jeff Denham was set to hold a high-speed rail public hearing in the Madera County Board of Supervisors’ chambers later this month — until Board Chairman Max...
View ArticleSenior nutrition program results in lots of smiles
Author(s): Mark SmithHundreds of senior citizens flocked to Town and Country Park on Thursday morning for the second week of the Madera Food Bank’s Senior Nutrition and Produce Program (SNAPP), where...
View ArticleNorth Fork casino pact approved by Assembly
Author(s): Farin MontanezThe North Fork Tribe of Mono Indians is one step closer to building an off-reservation casino near State Route 99 and Avenue 17 in northern Madera, after the California...
View ArticleMadera’s Day of Prayer
Author(s): The Madera TribuneThe National Day of Prayer was celebrated Thursday in Madera with an annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast.Nearly 350 people gathered in Hatfield Hall at the Madera District...
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