False alarms could come with fines Merced City Council passed new ordinance in April False alarms cost Merced police hundreds of thousands of dollars each year … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Merced County supervisors don’t receive special benefits after three terms
Longtime rumor swirled during elections that supervisors elected to third term receive lifetime benefits Supervisors receive same retirement options as all other county employees It’s possible a supervisor could earn retirement for lifetime, depending on age, years of service, other factors … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Voter registration increasing as deadline approaches
1,000 Merced County residents registered in one week Deadline to register is May 23 In California, more Democrats registered than Republicans … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Taking suggestions for Merced County’s best tacos
A Valley native and taco snob is unsure where to find good tacos in Merced Send me your suggestions on where in Merced County to find good tacos I’ll report back with my findings … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Eateries remain open after owner’s sudden death
Florencio Aguilar died unexpectedly in April Aguilar owned Florencio’s Mexican Restaurant and La Morenita in Merced Family wants customers to know the restaurants remain open and unchanged … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Five Guys burger chain plans opening in May for Merced location
Burger joint originally slated to open by end of 2015 Virginia-based chain has more than 1,000 locations nationwide Menu features simple items with lots of toppings … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: California primary late in the game to cut costs
Primary happens in June with local elections Many presidential candidates have dropped out of race before June This year California primary may be more meaningful … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Fahrens Park a haven for disc golfers
Course recently renovated and doubled in size, maintained mostly by players Merced disc golf community large and accepting bunch Tournaments draw more than 100 players … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Wal-Mart distribution center still in limbo
Wal-Mart received clearance from courts to build in 2013 Later that year, store said distribution center would be delayed Wal-Mart still owns property; no plans for development yet … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Preventing flooding, capturing stormwater a balancing act
Letter writer wonders why creek water isn’t captured for recharge Multiple agencies manage creeks Recharge happening at many places … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Residents frustrated with landscaping service and city’s response
Some residents pay tax to have landscaping service mow, trim neighborhoods At least one resident is dissatisfied with Yard Masters’ work in Silverado subdivision City officials say it takes vocal residents to keep city, companies accountable … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Former Merced bowling alley and eyesore has changes in store
Residents approached city leaders about former Century Bowl site riddled with debris, vandalism Code enforcement said property owner acted immediately on cleanup Gas station, drive-thru fast-food possibly in store for site … Click to Continue »
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