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It was a long, busy news week nationally fueled by a U.S. missile strike in Syria, the naming of a new Supreme Court justice and an ongoing probe involving allegations … Click to Continue »
Read More »Chance of rain, maybe even thunderstorms, in Merced this week
Monday ushered in the first day of spring, and the rainy season continues in Merced with possible thunderstorms forecast this week, according to meteorologists. As much as a half-inch of … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced’s finance director to resign at the end of the week
Merced has parted ways with its finance director, who has worked in the finance department for 32 years, according to city staffers. Director Brad Grant no longer is head of … Click to Continue »
Read More »Highway 120 West to Yosemite closed; repair work to begin next week
Repair work is expected to begin next week on Highway 120 West near Yosemite National Park where the road is too damaged to be used by motorists, park officials said … Click to Continue »
Read More »Woman honored by Merced group last week loses cancer battle
Last week, more than 100 people packed into Bella Luna Bistro & Bar to honor Jennifer Baxter and raise money for her medical care through the local group Helping One … Click to Continue »
Read More »Second car crashes into Merced’s Bear Creek in less than a week
A woman escaped with minor injuries Monday after her car crashed into Merced’s Bear Creek near R Street, according to fire officials at the scene. Firefighters and police were called … Click to Continue »
Read More »New county supervisors take oath, will have first meeting next week
Three new supervisors took the oath of office on Tuesday to begin their terms on the Merced County Board of Supervisors, marking the first time in 30 years the board … Click to Continue »
Read More »Winton man is second to be killed by train in less than a week
A 33-year-old Winton man died Monday night after being struck by a freight train outside of Merced, the Merced County Sheriff’s Office reported. As the train passed through Merced on … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County spelling bees are next week
Merced County’s top spellers will face off next week at the 2016-17 Merced County Spelling Bees. About 100 students in fourth, fifth and sixth grades from 48 elementary schools will … Click to Continue »
Read More »Turkey giveaway comes to Merced next week
The Hostetler turkey giveaway, a highly anticipated holiday event in Merced County, is scheduled for Monday. Those who hope to get a turkey should arrive at the grandstand at the … Click to Continue »
Read More »Here is why Mercedsunstar.com is free this week
Tuesday’s election is hugely consequential for Californians and the nation. With the stakes so high, The Merced Sun-Star is providing unlimited digital access to all our journalism free of charge this week. Read our stories, watch our video, look at our photos. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Hundred of stories are being represented through American flags this week
Ed Walters, 69, stared at seven American flags that gently blew in the breeze Saturday afternoon. They may all look the same, but each has a unique story, he said. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced residents can start enrolling for health coverage this week
The start of 2017 is about two months away, and residents under Covered California health insurance can start enrolling now to make sure they’re covered by New Year’s Day. Open … Click to Continue »
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