Merced police are seeking the public’s assistance to help identify a dead body found in South Merced Saturday morning. At about 7:30 a.m. Saturday, two local men were hunting when … Click to Continue »
Read More »Opinski, Jones to stand trial in public corruption case in Merced County
Former Los Banos school trustee Tommy Jones and Merced area contractor Greg Opinski were ordered to stand trial Thursday on felony charges, nearly a year after they were arrested in … Click to Continue »
Read More »Want to address Merced County’s elected leaders in public? Better speak English
Non-English speaking residents of Merced County struggle to voice their opinions to the public officials they help elect, critics said Tuesday. Lupe Delgado, a healthcare outreach worker with the Parent … Click to Continue »
Read More »NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – UNMET TRANSIT NEEDS
The Mariposa County Local Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing to take testimony regarding transportation needs within Mariposa County.
Read More »Why are so many CEOs bashing Trump over the Paris accord? Money and public opinion
Leaders of industries haven’t historically been leaders on climate change. Then why would Tim Cook, Elon Musk, Bob Iger and Jeff Immelt – a veritable who’s who of Fortune magazine … Click to Continue »
Read More »Be Public Live Preview: What’s Behind The Valley’s Doctor Shortage?
We all know the valley doesn’t have enough doctors. But why? Is the high percentage of Medi-Cal patients in the valley, and low reimbursement rates for physicians who accept them? Is it the lack of a stand-alone medical school, or not enough medical residency programs? Or is it quality of …
Read More »Possible CAL FIRE Agreement Available for Public Review
The Board of Supervisors directed staff at their January 17 meeting to develop a possible contract with CAL FIRE for command and control of the Mariposa County Fire Department. That agreement is now available for public review.
Read More »After intense public anger, Republicans waver over slashing Obama-era action on methane gas
As Republican lawmakers consider how closely to align with the climate skepticism and fossil fuel fervor radiating from the White House, a nascent clean air initiative that energy firms want … Click to Continue »
Read More »Risk Management Plan for MPUD Waste Water Treatment Facility , 45 day public review
A Risk Management Plan has been prepared by the Mariposa Public Utility District Wastewater Treatment Facility located at 4956 Miller Road, Mariposa, CA.
Read More »Merced County Public Health clinic will require appointments beginning in March
The Merced County Department of Public Health will start scheduling appointments for the 15th Street clinic, saying the older walk-in system lead to long lines and lengthy wait times, officials … Click to Continue »
Read More »Gray’s bill would make state water board accountable to the public
As California and the San Joaquin Valley struggle to meet our water needs, the recent rains promise to bring some relief. Unfortunately, it is not enough to offset the multi-year … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced contractor, ex-Los Banos school board member plead not guilty in public corruption probe
A Merced contractor and former Los Banos school board member pleaded not guilty Wednesday to public corruptions charges, nearly six months after they first were arrested on bribery allegations. Gregory … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County Board of Supervisors introduces prayer to regular public meeting
At the start of Tuesday’s Merced County Board of Supervisors meeting, the Rev. John Motz said a prayer asking God to give the county’s leaders wisdom for the decisions they … Click to Continue »
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