Lidia Gonzalez still lives in the same part of Delano she did a year ago. But even though she’s in the same place, she says one big thing is different- the district she lives in and the Kern County supervisor who represents her. She says it’s not just the districts …
Read More »Kern County Supervisors Adopt New District Lines Settling Voting Rights Lawsuit
Kern County Supervisors have adopted new district lines following a legal settlement with the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund. The group sued the county alleging the 2011 supervisorial redistricting disenfranchised Latino voters by drawing lines that divided communities like Arvin and Delano, diluting their political power. In February …
Read More »Merced fair lines up Sheila E., Selena tribute and more for concert series
The Merced County Fair announced its summer line-up of performers for its five nights of live concerts in June. The annual fair is June 6-10 at the Merced County Fairgrounds, … Click to Continue »
Read More »High winds downing trees, power lines around Merced
High winds on Wednesday night in Merced knocked down about a dozen trees and kept city crews busy clearing roadways. Merced resident Melin Narayan was headed west around 6 p.m. … Click to Continue »
Read More »‘Crazy’ lines at Black Friday gas sale in Merced
Vehicles lined up in all directions were “crazy” all day at a Merced gas station that got in on the Black Friday spirit for the first time this year, according … Click to Continue »
Read More »MID board again delays action on project to build power lines
Project includes constructing 13 miles of new power lines on outskirts of Merced Residents have continually asked board to consider underground lines, alternative route Merced business officials voiced support of project Tuesday … Click to Continue »
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