Local kids celebrate Halloween with Pumpkin Party at park
Local kids were happy to take part in the annual Halloween Pumpkin Party at Applegate Park Zoo in Merced
There were two sessions on Oct. 21 with 40 children participating in each session. The event was organized by the City of Merced Parks and Recreation Department.
Friends and family members wanting to enjoy the Fall and Halloween season…
It’s a ‘Starry Night’ in Applegate Park
Those who frequent Applegate Park will notice a new bright burst of color that has been added to the walls of the recently restored Merced Open Air Theater…
City ponders growth near UC Merced, annexations
Merced leaders started a conversation this week that will lead to arguably the most important decisions the city will make in terms of growth, new service…
Wife of late Castle Commander makes $1 million gift to Merced College
Local rancher Susie Downey, on behalf of herself and her late husband Russell Downey, is donating $1 million to Merced College to support student success and access initiatives, the College’s Board of Trustees proudly announced during its regular meeting on Tuesday.
“We look forward to honoring the Downey’s, and their commitment to lifelong…
Fall excitement lives on despite pandemic
For everyone who loves the beautiful Fall Season and Halloween times, Vista Ranch at 7326 Highway 140 in Merced has opened its pumpkin patch for…
El Capitan Hotel Reemerges With Modern Splendor
A magnificent new exterior of the historic El Capitan Hotel was revealed this week in downtown Merced.
The building at the corner of Main and M…
Merced firefighters return home after wildfire nightmare
Nearly a month ago, Merced Fire Engineer Grant Parker and a few fellow firefighters were navigating a narrow mountain road in near pitch-black conditions, with fire flaring up at them from all sides.
They got through that inferno unharmed with only some singed equipment, but Parker admits that 30-second experience was unsettling.…
Richard Gipson, regional Democratic Party leader, dies at 74
Richard Edward Gipson was born on March 5, 1946 in Astoria, Oregon to Betty Jean Gipson and Harry Edward Gipson. Rich spent his growing up years as an Air…
The People’s Fridge is coming to downtown Merced
The People’s Fridge — a free community fridge where people can take home fresh produce — will open soon at the 18th Street People’s Garden located at 936 W.…
Merced city leaders honor ‘Volunteers of the Year’
‘I feel like Santa Claus walking around town handing out masks.
I always have some in my car. I literally hand out masks all day long.’
Robert Garcia,
one of Merced's Volunteers of the Year for 2020
Merced City Council members on Tuesday night each selected a standout community volunteer to recognize and honor the work and effort they have…