Musical presents life, artistry of singer Natalie Cole
The original musical, “Truly Unforgettable, the Untold Story of Natalie Cole” by Michelle W. Allison, a local singer and actress, was presented Aug. 16 through 18 at the Merced Multicultural Arts Center in Merced.
Saturday’s show was an evening filled with top-notch entertainment in which the ups and downs of the life of Natalie Cole were…
Rare live Blues performance coming to Merced shore
Blues guitar slinger Steve “Mouse” Johnson & Those BOBtones ring the ships bells to cast away summer with special guests and new tunes on Saturday,…
Fresno State Winery releases President’s Reserve editions
There’s something special in this Valley soil.
That’s why Natasha Milanez became an ag business major, in hopes of staying closer to home and family…
Foulger, Ahlwardt win at Merced Speedway
By Don Martin
Special to the Times
Troy Foulger charged to victory in the 30 lap IMCA Modified Main Event Saturday night at Merced Speedway. This was the division leading fifth win of the season for Foulger aboard the Bowers Racing Modified as he closes in on the championship.
The early stages of the race saw Robby Jeppesen and Billy…
Playhouse supporters enjoy splendor outside Courthouse
Playhouse Merced changed things up for its 2019 Gala with a new theme, loosely based on “The Sound Of Music” — a new presentation style: no auctions, just…
Support the arts, enjoy endless summer with Luau at the Lake
As summer temperatures throughout the Central Valley continue to rise, the Merced Arts Center is offering a reprieve from the heat, and a taste of island…
Sawyer, Johnson score Legends Night victories at Speedway
By DON MARTIN II
Robby Sawyer scored the 25 IMCA Modified Main Event win Saturday night at Merced Speedway. This was Legends Night at the speedway and also the third round of the four race Highway 99 Series. Sawyer is the current point leader at Bakersfield Speedway and the win paid $1,000.
For the IMCA Modified Main Event, Jesse Burks…
‘Tuesdays with Morrie’ play comes to Multicultural Arts…
After a successful run with rave reviews in Modesto, "Tuesdays with Morrie" is coming to Merced for a weekend run, Aug. 23-24. “Tuesdays with Morrie is the…
Local families enjoy Mermaids & Pirates at the zoo
Friendly pirates and marvelous mermaids was the theme at Applegate Park Zoo in Merced last Saturday evening as families enjoyed an after-hours special event…
Robinson wins Sprint Car Challenge at Speedway
Jodie Robinson won the 30 lap Elk Grove Ford Sprint Car Challenge Tour, presented by Abreu Vineyards, Main Event Saturday night at Merced Speedway.
This was the first win for the 16-year-old competitor, and she led all the way from the pole position. Early on, Robinson was being challenge by DJ Netto. Netto actually made a move for the lead,…