The Merced City School District is proud to serve a diverse community, including many families with a primary language other than English. We also know how important it is to help all of our students become proficient in English and the powerful role relatives can play in supporting their education. …
Read More »Mystery donor helps UC Merced break fundraising record
A gift of nearly 40 acres of land helped push UC Merced’s fundraising total to nearly $ 21 million in the fiscal year that ended last month, a record level that … Click to Continue »
Read More »In-jail gang note intercepted, helps bust drug-smuggling operation
An intercepted in-jail gang note led correctional officers tp bust a drug-smuggling operation at the John Latorraca Correctional Facility this week, the Merced County Sheriff’s Office reported. Rafael Alfonso Sanchez, … Click to Continue »
Read More »Diggin’ In: Books helps gardeners create beautiful, environmentally friendly landscapes
Whether you garden along the vibrant vistas of a creek or bay or under the serene shade of oaks and pines, there’s a new book to help you plant with good health in mind. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Day of Action helps local kids
A day of action is setting local kids up, with all the necessities. The United Way gave away free books, food, haircuts, even cell phones with a year of service as part of its day of action. The mission is to strengthen people’s incomes, health and education. "Wanting kids to …
Read More »Clovis Chamber Helps Young Entrepreneurs Start Up Businesses
If your middle or high school student is interested in one day running their own business, a great opportunity is coming up. Young Entrepreneurs Academy, organized by the Clovis Chamber of Commerce, is now recruiting the Class of 2016. Jessica Chilingerian is a graduate of YEA and now has her …
Read More »Scared Father Defends Home, Helps With Arrest
A Fresno home is under siege while a family sleeps inside early Wednesday morning, but a father’s courage leads to an arrest. Police arrested 42 year-old Jose Hernandez after they say he tried to burglarize a home in Southeast Fresno. Police say he tried to enter a home in Fresno …
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