Downtown neighbor pens book on homes of ‘Old Town Merced’
Through the years, the mention of “Old Town Merced,” has led area residents to think about Main Street and the downtown area.
Today, however, Old Town Merced is more than a general description or a warm fuzzy feeling of nostalgia. It’s actually a real place, a proper noun, or a designated district, if you will.
Members of the…
Santa Arrives Safely In Merced!
With the winter holidays now in full swing, residents looking to create memories with Santa Claus can do so following his arrival at the Merced…
Fire torches former Travis Credit Union site in Merced
Local firefighters from numerous departments converged on a structure fire near the corner of Collins Drive and M Street in Merced last Sunday…
Grocery Outlet becomes member of the Times advertising family
This week, Grocery Outlet will start advertising for the first time in the Times — and it comes at a special time: only twice a year does the company hold a giant WINE SALE!
The owners, Bobby and Ronica McGhee, are local people. Bobby was born and raised in Merced, attending local schools before entering the grocery business 29 years ago.…
County remains in red; County health officials concerned…
The County of Merced remains in red tier this week. It did not have to return to the most restrictive tier, purple tier, laying to rest the concerns of the…
New bridal boutique keeps it special despite pandemic
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…
There’s a fresh-air food market every Saturday in Merced
By LYNDA BROMMAGE
What better way to spend a Saturday morning and early afternoon than paying a visit to the Merced Certified Farmers’ Market.
Even if you have a hangover from an active Friday night, it’s a good way to recuperate by strolling around all the farm fresh foods and goodies.
Bring the kids, and your own bag if you can, and…
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…
Merced nail spa owner shares thoughts about path to…
On Sept. 22, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced that nail salons could reopen indoor operations.
Indoor nail spas were allowed…
Local firm hires tutor to help workers with kids
After the COVID-19 pandemic hit last spring, and then endured through the summer months, Doug Fluetsch knew that a number of his employees — essential insurance agents — were going to be torn between coming to work and being at home for their children who were facing a new school year with online distance-learning.
“We wanted to…