Golden Valley Cheer on its way to the top
Golden Valley High School cheerleaders competed last weekend at the Jamz Cheerleading Nationals in Las Vegas.
It was the first year competing for the Golden Valley squad.
“They had several set backs this competition season,” said Coach Feliza Gray, “but these students pushed through and won Fifth Place in a very competitive division. … At…
El Capitan Cheer Team ‘three-peats’ as national champs
The El Capitan Co-Ed Varsity Cheer Team just completed what is known as a hat trick. For the third year in a row, they took home a First Place trophy at…
30 Ways To Take Ownership Of Your Community’s Future
By Quint Studer
Editor’s Note: Quint Studer is author of Building a Vibrant Community and founder of Pensacola's Studer Community Institute, a nonprofit…
Forecast: Steady 2019 growth for state, regional economies
The California economy should maintain strong growth through 2019 despite an uncertain political environment and financial market volatility, according to the latest projection from the Center for Business and Policy Research at the University of the Pacific.
California’s record low unemployment rate is projected to…
Kids enjoying Storytime at Merced’s Barnes & Noble
Danielle Brummell, a book seller, chose “The Good Egg” by Jory John and Pete Oswald for the Saturday morning Storytime at Barnes & Noble Book Store in…
Nominate a Merced County community volunteer
The Merced County Board of Supervisors appreciates the hard work and efforts of the many volunteers in Merced County.
In recognition of their work, the Board…
New home for Orthhodox Church in Atwater
St. Mary Magdalene Orthodox Church in Atwater finally has a home of its own and will mark the occasion March 3 with a Church Blessing and Parish…
Soroptimist members honor local women living their dreams
Soroptimist International of Merced honored three “Live Your Dream” Award recipients.
Soropotimist International of Merced, part of a global organization…
Local supporters celebrate magic of Merced County Fair
County Fair advocates marked the official kick-off of the 2019 season during a “pre-party” fundraiser at the fairgrounds last Friday, Feb. 22.
More than 200 people showed up to enjoy a succulent prime rib dinner provided by the Pedrozo family, a few live shows that will be featured at the fair in June, and a lively auction led by Eric…