Mariposa Fire Mountain Community Fire Information
Tali Whelan is a registered nurse. “I have worked the long 12-hour shifts in the past, and so I know how difficult it can be to be on your feet for so long and constantly on the go,” said Whelan. She normally works in a dermatology office, but right now, …
Read More »Mission Fire (Marin County) Started 6/09/2018, updated 6/10/2018
Mission Fire (Madera County)
The Mission Fire poses a significant threat to the communities of Cascadel and North Fork along with the Sierra National Forest and areas affected by tree mortality. Firefighters are being challenged by high temperatures, poor access and steep terrain. Forecasted weather may assist firefighters in control efforts. The residents of …
Read More »Merced Rescue Mission serves breakfast to homeless at Calvary Assembly of God Church
Volunteers with the Merced Rescue Mission serve breakfast to homeless at the Calvary Assembly of God Church located at 1021 R Street in Merced, Calif., on Friday, June 9, 2017. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Gruner reminds journalists their mission matters more than ever
George F. Gruner, a journalist whose 46-year career included 33 years at The Fresno Bee, spoke Thursday at the presentation of awards named in his honor. Below is the text … Click to Continue »
Read More »Rescue mission faces code violations, seeking new location for men’s program
After a routine inspection by the Merced Fire Department, the leaders of the Merced County Rescue Mission are looking for a safer facility for residents and those who rely on … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County Rescue Mission and community give Christmas experience to hundreds
Around 600 Merced community members made their way to the American Legion Hall on Christmas Eve, hoping for full bellies and something for their kids to open over the weekend, … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Rescue Mission has a new warming shelter, may be a permanent solution
The Merced County Rescue Mission has a new warming shelter that leaders hope will be a lasting solution to a yearly problem. The mission is teaming with DayOut Adult ADHC … Click to Continue »
Read More »Blogs stir hateful reaction to church on rescue mission meal service
Merced’s Central Presbyterian Church shut down its Facebook page after receiving vulgar and hateful messages over an incomplete and misleading account, spread on social media, alleging that church members complained … Click to Continue »
Read More »Rescue mission will serve meals at Calvary Assembly of God
The Merced County Rescue Mission has found a place to serve hot meals to the needy. Calvary Assembly of God church will allow the Rescue Mission to begin using its … Click to Continue »
Read More »Rescue Mission still seeking location to serve meals
The Merced County Rescue Mission continues to be bumped around in its search for a new location to serve hot meals to the homeless. The mission announced last month it … Click to Continue »
Read More »Rescue mission to stop serving meals; future is uncertain
A sign posted near the front door of the Merced County Rescue Mission has sparked concerns that the facility, which provides food and shelter to the needy, would cease to … Click to Continue »
Read More »Fresno Rescue Mission needs your help
The Fresno Rescue Mission receives the least amount of its donations during the summer months.To make up for the shortage, organizers are holding a Summer of Hope Challenge, to encourage donations.
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