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Valley residents give back to their communities in a variety of ways, ranging from donations and philanthropy to mentoring and volunteering within the community. Collectively, these volunteer efforts not only make a huge difference in the lives of others, but can also benefit those offering their time and money. In …

The Fresno City Council voted down an ordinance Thursday that would have fined people in their cars attempting to give money or food to those standing at busy intersections. The proposal in question is called the Safe Transfer of Objects to Pedestrians, or STOP, and was authored by Council President …

One candidate for District 5 of the Merced County Board of Supervisors has received about three times the amount of campaign donations compared to his opponents, according to county records. … Click to Continue »

Wielding the same authority created decades ago to fight smog, California regulators on Friday moved forward with tough new pollution-reduction requirements for automakers selling cars in the state. The decision … Click to Continue »

This is a magical time of year for many children as they wait for Santa Claus and hope for a pile of presents under the tree. But I’m happy to … Click to Continue »

Management and business economics major Christopher Bernal is leaving a legacy at UC Merced as the first student to establish an endowed scholarship to support other UC Merced students in … Click to Continue »

During this year’s Giving Tuesday – an international day of giving held each year on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving – UC Merced will honor the late professor Will Shadish … Click to Continue »

UC Merced is preparing for an annual event that generates scholarships, and this year’s organizers have set a goal of a half-million dollars. The third annual Giving Tuesday campaign begins … Click to Continue »

The five Merced County supervisors have a pool of discretionary funds worth more than half a million dollars after slowing their spending of the special board project money in the … Click to Continue »

UC Merced found itself this week on another list of the nation’s top universities for high graduation rates and alumni giving. The U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 Best Colleges … Click to Continue »

Available to Los Banos residents, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Los Banos Police Department, 945 5th St. NICB reports Central Valley locales make up four of top 10 highest car theft rates in country … Click to Continue »

For the first time ever, Barbie is able to kick off her heels and wear something comfortable. Mattel is launching a new version of Barbie with adjustable ankles, allowing her to wear heels or flats. The new version of the doll will be part of the company’s "Fashionista" Line." Those …