Election season is in full swing and some of the nation’s most contested congressional races are taking place in the Central Valley. To learn more about how voters may decide come November 3rd, Valley Edition Host Kathleen Schock spoke with Mark Keppler, executive director of The Kenneth L. Maddy Institute, …
Read More »Youth Voter Turnout Is Low, But These Central Valley College Students Want That To Change
S ummers for college students usually mean part time jobs or summer school. But this year, one group of students have dedicated their time to civic engagement. While some of them are new voters themselves, they’re hoping to get other young adults to make voting a priority. This summer, 25 …
Read More »Merced election sees low turnout in ‘expensive’ election
A low turnout for Election Day in an odd-numbered year highlighted the cost to hold an election without larger races on the ballot on Tuesday. About 13.5 percent of voters … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County planning for high voter turnout
The California primary positioning to matter more than usual this year The Republican presidential primary to be highly contested Merced County Registrar of Voters Office expects to need more staff … Click to Continue »
Read More »Big Turnout for Clovis Rodeo Blood Drive
Organizers say by 5 p.m. Wednesday, more than 700 people had donated blood. Even first timers say the donation is worth it, especially in light of recent community tragedies.
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