The story of Osborn Park, as told by Vicki Carne
This is the story of Osborn Park at 750 Bellevue Road in Atwater told by Vicki Carne, Secretary of the Atwater Historical Society, and edited by Beverly Barela.
The City of Atwater’s Osborn Park, located on 17 acres on Bellevue Road next to the Livingston Canal, was named after Charles A. Osborn. The City had several proposals to choose from…
‘Zpooky Nights’ thrill children visiting Applegate Park Zoo
Applegate Park Zoo in Merced was decked out for Halloween, and provided a fun and safe place for children during Zpooky Nights, a three-day event last…
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…
The People’s Fridge is coming to downtown Merced
The People’s Fridge — a free community fridge where people can take home fresh produce — will open soon at the 18th Street People’s Garden located at 936 W. 18th Street in Merced.
“We feel it’s a good solution to fighting food insecurity and food waste,” said Erin Meyer, the coordinator of the Sustainable Food Programs at UC Merced.
Food…
Intimate garden soiree marks return of Bella Luna Bistro
Bella Luna Bistro is back!
This week, the popular Main Street restaurant in Merced returns to offering only the finest cuisine — for dinner…
The Benefits Of Raw Honey
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…
Don’t miss ‘Ask Me Anything’ featuring Yosemite park ranger
Would you like to find out all about a park ranger’s experiences in Denali National Park in Alaska, where there are grizzly bears and caribou galore?
This is only one of many fascinating topics to ask Jesse Chakrin live on “Ask Me Anything” which will take place on September 7 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. via Zoom. Those interested can register…
Big Catch Highlights Break From Pandemic For Atwater Realtor
“I was in complete shock. ... I thought, Oh Lord, how big could this thing really be?’
Kory Billings was a thousand miles away from home, fishing on a…
Applegate Park Zoo opens Saturday, July 25!
The Applegate Park Zoo at 1045 W. 25th Street in Merced reopens on Saturday, July 25, at 10 a.m.
Its new hours of operation are Tuesday through…
City can have it made in the shade with urban forestry plan
It’s no secret. All you have to do is look around. Merced has an abundance of wonderful trees.
As a matter of fact, the city has enjoyed an official “Tree City USA” designation for the past 39 years. That’s a longer time with the distinction than quite a few popular destinations in California have held, including Anaheim, Beverly…