Atwater police are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who left Target with multiple electronics without paying on Monday, officers said. The unidentified man was caught on … Click to Continue »
Read More »Want to learn how these geese were saved from extinction? Find out on a wildlife tour
The San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge hosts its first event this month to teach people about the history of geese it was able to save from extinction. Goose Day, … Click to Continue »
Read More »Yosemite officials asking for help to find missing teen
A Santa Barbara teenager has gone missing in Yosemite National Park, according to officials. Gerardo Cruz Hernandez, 18, was last seen on Wednesday morning in Santa Barbara and his car … Click to Continue »
Read More »We Still Don’t Know Why So Many Fresno Babies Are Born Premature—But Researchers Aim To Find Out
A few weeks ago, we reported that the premature birth rate in the San Joaquin Valley is rising, and that it’s especially high in Fresno County. The numbers are concerning because premature babies are born with a higher risk of health complications like breathing difficulties, heart problems and chronic disease. …
Read More »Can McDonald’s sell vegans on a soy-based burger? We’re about to find out.
We already have McNuggets, McRibs and McMuffins — and now McDonald’s is adding the “McVegan” to the mix. In Finland, at least. The fast-food company announced that it is trying … Click to Continue »
Read More »Here’s what you can find at the Livingston Sweet Potato Festival
Dozens headed to Livingston for the Sweet Potato Festival on Sunday Sept. 24, 2017. Every vendor had a sweet potato item on the menu and kids could learn the nutritional benefits of sweet potatoes and how they’re grown. There were carnival rides, live music, recipe contests, games and pro wrestling. …
Read More »Hunters find decomposing body in South Merced, police seek public help
Merced police are seeking the public’s assistance to help identify a dead body found in South Merced Saturday morning. At about 7:30 a.m. Saturday, two local men were hunting when … Click to Continue »
Read More »Find respite from the scorching heat at these locations
With temperatures settling in the triple digits this week, Merced County and city agencies are teaming up to provide cooling zones for residents. Wednesday’s high is set at 105 in … Click to Continue »
Read More »This helps Merced kids became leaders and better students. Find out more here
Dozens of students celebrated the completion this week of the Lift While You Lead Empowerment Project, a program that aims to change lives through positive experiences, meaningful mentorships and strong … Click to Continue »
Read More »Help us find this missing Merced County man who has dementia, deputies say
A 74-year-old Stevinson man who has been diagnosed with dementia has been reported missing, according to the Merced County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities are asking for help from members of the … Click to Continue »
Read More »Dive team deputies find body in Merced River 2 miles from Hagaman Park
The dive team with the Merced County Sheriff’s Office recovered a body Monday evening from the Merced River while searching for a swimmer who was swept away last week. Deputies … Click to Continue »
Read More »New program aims to help families in need find healthier fresh produce in Merced County
Health and food bank officials in Merced County are teaming up on a project to make fresh produce more accessible to food pantries and low-income households. The Merced County Food … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County family returns to scene hoping rescuers will find the missing father
Faviola Ochoa returned to Hagaman Park with a group of friends Thursday morning, about 15 hours after her daughter’s father, Jose Castaneda, disappeared into the dangerous, fast-moving waters of the … Click to Continue »
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