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A new app by Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Conservancy makes it easier to plan a visit and explore Yosemite National Park. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yosemite-national-park-debuts-new-app-that-helps-visitors-explore-the-park.htm
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A couple weeks ago, we told you about how the Central California Blood Center is collecting plasma from recovered COVID-19 patients . Since then, a number of people have stepped forward to donate, including Benfie Liu. Liu is 29 years old and a medical resident at Kaweah Delta Medical Center …
Read More »To Prevent Preterm Births, New Program Helps Black Women Be Their Own Advocates
In Fresno County, around 10 percent of all babies are born before 37 weeks of gestation. That’s higher than the national average, and among the highest of all California counties. For African-Americans, the numbers are even more concerning: From 2013 to 2015, black babies were 63 percent more likely to …
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Enjoying a Lake Michigan beach this summer? Thanks may be in order to an unlikely helper – invasive quagga mussels. New research out of Michigan State University shows Lake Michigan … 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 »Bradley Foundation helps fund groups opposing climate regulation
Best known for promoting private-school vouchers and welfare reform, the Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation is also using its financial muscle to undo Obama-era environmental regulations and support the work … Click to Continue »
Read More »Atwater teen helps neighbor struck by vehicle
Atwater resident Alexander Haro, 13, speaks about how he came to the aid of neighbor Renee Botwright, 55, after she was reportedly struck by a car outside her home in the 2600 block of Olive Avenue in Atwater, Calif., on Saturday, June 3, 2017. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Summer lunch program helps feed hungry children in Merced County
Just because the end of the school year is approaching doesn’t mean that’s the end of breakfast and lunch meals that students and their families Various students depend on the … Click to Continue »
Read More »US approves $650M for train system, also helps high-speed rail
The Trump administration announced Monday that it will fully fund a $ 650 million federal grant for electrification of a San Francisco Bay Area train system that also would help California’s … Click to Continue »
Read More »UC Merced helps Yosemite National Park celebrate Earth Day
In celebration of Earth Day, Yosemite National Park is inviting visitors to explore the park with rangers and park partners. On Saturday, the park will also be celebrating National Junior … Click to Continue »
Read More »Collaboration helps Merced students excel
A powerful partnership between Rivera Elementary and Rivera Middle schools is helping students at both campuses improve their reading and writing skills, while building invaluable relationships along the way. It’s … Click to Continue »
Read More »Gray’s bill helps eliminate $59 million in workers’ comp fraud
More than $ 59 million in fraudulent workers’ compensation claims were prevented thanks, at least in part, to a bill by Assemblyman Adam Gray, D-Merced, signed into law last year, according … Click to Continue »
Read More »Golden Valley helps Merced youths through technology
Before the month is over, Golden Valley Health Centers will be delivering 10 refurbished laptops and three iPads to the Boys & Girls Club of Merced County, according to a … Click to Continue »
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