Writer Dave Barry talks about humor and makes the audience laugh in Fresno, California on March 15, 2017. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Immigration at forefront of Merced’s final town hall meeting
Concerns about immigration policies and how federal positions are shifting took center stage at a final town hall meeting hosted by Merced City Council members and the city’s staff. Nearly … Click to Continue »
Read More »Have an issue with Merced? Town Hall meeting set for Thursday
The second in a series of town hall meetings is set Thursday, a chance for residents to swap ideas and air grievances with elected officials in Merced. Town hall meetings … Click to Continue »
Read More »Three town hall meetings set in Merced in February
Merced City Council plans three town hall-style meetings this month with the first scheduled for Wednesday. For the second year, the council plans three gatherings at different locations in town. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced church brings an ice rink to town
For this week, at least, Merced residents looking for an ice-skating experience will be able to find it close to home. The First Baptist Church in Merced, with help from … Click to Continue »
Read More »Atwater residents call for more police officers at town hall meeting
A town hall meeting covered the city’s lack of recycling, needed street repairs and other topics Thursday, but it was public safety that drew the most concern from residents. “I … Click to Continue »
Read More »Cap & Town returns to downtown Merced
Downtown Merced buzzed with community members Saturday afternoon. After more than a year, the Cap & Town Festival, once again, turned Main Street into a family friendly affair, with the … Click to Continue »
Read More »Students back in town, a boost to local economy
Thousands of students moved into Merced for the first time or returned after their summer break this week, and their spending money came with them. It’s not clear exactly how … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced filmmaker discusses film made in town
The director of “Lupe Under the Sun,” a film shot entirely in Merced County, talks about his film on May 20, 2016. (Thaddeus Miller/tmiller@mercedsunstar.com) … Click to Continue »
Read More »Around Town (04/23/16)
Relay for Life Merced Relay for Life begins its 24-hour event at 9 a.m. Saturday on the Merced College track, 3600 M St. Cancer survivors are asked to report to … Click to Continue »
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Bunko lunch Catholic Daughters of the Americas’ Court St. Patrick is planning a bunko luncheon beginning at noon April 30 at Castle Vista Community Center, 2300 Cascade Drive in Atwater. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Around Town (04/15/16)
Republican women Merced County Republican Women Federated will meet at 11:30 a.m. Monday at the Branding Iron Restaurant, 640 W. 16th St. Cost of the luncheon is $ 19. Reservations required … Click to Continue »
Read More »Around Town (04/14/16)
Community yard sale Gospel Defenders Christian Academy is hosting a large yard sale free for any participating neighbors, 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. May 6 and 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. May 7 at … Click to Continue »
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