Featured Op/Ed — Law Library Or Passport Agency?
By Antoine Hubbard Sr.
The Merced County Law Library is a hidden gem of the local community that goes unnoticed by residents until there’s a need to explore the legal system. Patrons such as myself — a longtime patron of 15 plus years — say the last 12 months have proven that I, as well as other patrons of the establishment, have been denied…
Tourist Hotels Return To Life In Baja California
Years ago, the Mexican government thought they could make Baja California more of a tourist destination, and they built a string of beautiful hotels called La…
Why Not Harvest The Fruit That Ends Up Falling To The…
The subject came up after a church service recently when a young man asked: "Why don't churches plant fruit trees on their property and harvest the fruit…
City Manager: ‘We Look Forward To Your Participation At Town Halls’
As the City prepares for its annual community town hall meetings this February, I extend an invitation to our community and ask for participation. These meetings, scheduled on Thursday, Feb. 10 and Thursday, Feb. 17, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., will provide opportunities to meet with Council Members and City staff, share input and learn more about…
What’s your favorite local taco truck? Let us know!
When I started this column, one of my first topics was to find the best pizza parlor in Merced.
It ended up a tie between Little Oven Pizza and Pizza…
The Rest Of The Story On Trucking In California
The man and his wife were looking at a spa to buy when the conversation came up about California's Trucking problem.
The man made his living as a trucker…
OP/ED: 2021 – A Year On The Merced City Council
By MATTHEW SERRATTO
City of Merced Mayor
Over the past year, our City Council has aimed to address Merced’s most significant issues head-on, with energy, open dialogue and a desire for action. The result — plenty of hard work, planning, preparation and, of course, meetings full of spirited debate stretching past midnight.…
Starting The New Year In Style At The Elderberry House
Let’s assume you’ve been faithfully following your New Year’s resolutions to get in shape. Maybe you’ve been attending your new gym or trying some of the…
Merced Must Prioritize Stimulus Pay For Our Undocumented…
By SHENG XIONG
On Dec. 6, the Merced City Council voted to allocate $1 million dollars for a one-time stimulus pay to low income essential…
Merced Irrigation District Invites Governor To Learn About Bay Delta Plan Impacts
Editor’s Note: Merced Irrigation District General Manager John Sweigard issued the following open invitation to California Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday:
“For years, we have worked in good faith with the State Water Board, your secretaries and your staff. Despite our best efforts, and backed by solid science about salmon and the…
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