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A new mural celebrating Dr. Martin King, Jr. was unveiled on Sunday, Feb. 21, at the Merced Food Center. The portrait of King, which is part of…

A mural honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Cesar Chavez, and the powerful message of peaceful protest they shared is currently in the works on…

Ruben Sanchez has been an artist for his entire working life. And it shows.  From working in the fields to becoming a produce vendor, the depiction of agriculture and hard work is clearly seen in the colorful canvases that Sanchez creates as representations of his life and the experiences he has been through.  Born in Fresno and…

Although the pandemic has canceled many public events and celebrations, there is still hope and a reason to celebrate for blushing brides in the Merced…

Sore throat? Trying to fight off your seasonal allergies or cold and flu symptoms? Look no further than your local bee farmer to overcome those yucky and…

The heat seemed to be no problem for local residents as groups gathered outside a pop-up shop event downtown that featured custom artworks, designs and eclectic merchandise. Local artist Patricia Pratt, known for Kreepy Kawaii Designs, and Sarah Macias of the Abracadabra retail store, celebrated a soft opening of their new…

Introducing and celebrating the Earth, the universe, and the cycles that govern us as creatures of the world are just a few things Madison Davis…

The Merced Multicultural Arts Center (MAC) is looking for pianos and making a call for local artists to help transform the large musical…

At any given time, six or more people can be seen lined up outside the doors of the Blue Fire Dispensary (six feet apart-of course) as they wait their turn to shop for cannabis products.    Since the stay-at-home order has been in place, a great increase in traffic and sales at Merced’s dispensaries has boosted the local cannabis…