City leaders approve site for junk transfer
In a 4-3 vote on Monday night, the Merced City Council approved a $1 million contract with Rolfe Construction Co. of Atwater to create a “temporary” transfer site for bulky junk items, as well as a station for Public Works vehicles.
The site is located north of Yosemite Avenue and east of Highway 59, on city-owned land that was formerly used…
Pedrozo starts campaign for seat on Board of Supervisors
With the backdrop of the new Campus Parkway extension project taking shape near East Childs Avenue, former Merced City Council member Josh Pedrozo on Monday…
Mireya Aguilar named ‘Woman of the Year’
State Assembly member Adam C. Gray (D – Merced) has named Ms. Mireya Aguilar of Wintonas the Woman of the Year from the 21st District.
She was honored…
Accomplished Women Honored at Hispanic Chamber’s Annual Latina Luncheon
The Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) held their Annual Latina Luncheon Friday, March 1 at the Italo-American Lodge in downtown Merced. The event is held to recognize the contributions of accomplished Hispanic women in Merced County.
HCC Secretary Annissa Fragoso of Farmers Insurance served as the Mistress of Ceremonies. She…
County leaders moving projects forward at Castle
The Merced County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday took preliminary steps toward bringing to life two economic development projects at the former Castle Air…
Merced residents voice concerns, offer input on city affairs
The Merced City Council opened up a three-part series of Town Hall meetings this week, starting with one downtown at the Merced Multicultural Arts Center on…
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 organization focused on improving the community's quality of life and moving Escambia and Santa Rosa counties forward. He is a businessman, a visionary, an entrepreneur, and a mentor to many.…
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…
Rep. Denham facilitates $20 million grant for local roadway…
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) today announced a $20 million “Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development” (BUILD) grant to construct a…
’Tis the season to welcome new leadership
As shoppers make their last push to buy Christmas gifts, and groups and businesses hold their holiday parties and socials, local government officials are preparing to usher in new leaders, and say goodbye to others, with some notable ceremonies.
On Monday, Dec. 17, the City of Merced is planning a Transition Reception at City Hall…