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Rain, and possibly a lot of rain, is expected this weekend in Merced. That’s good news for a drought-stricken area coming off a drier-than-expected February. “We had a good amount … Click to Continue »

Yosemite National Park is expecting to welcome an increase in visitors this upcoming holiday weekend. Recent storms have left ample snow for visitors to enjoy the many winter recreation activities Yosemite National Park has to offer. Below are a few tips and guidelines to follow if you are planning a …

It’s a packed fun-filled holiday weekend in the valley. Here’s a look at some events happening to celebrate the Fourth of July.   -The first place Grizzlies are in town Saturday and they’ll be celebrating the Fourth in a big way. You’re invited to take part in a hot dog …

For some Valley residents, the weekend can’t come soon enough. Fireworks sales are underway, and people are preparing for 4th of July festivities and spending money on fireworks to celebrate. Although fireworks are a 4th of July tradition, the drought year is bringing in safety considerations. "When our patrons come up and buy …

Yosemite National Park anticipates a very busy Fourth of July weekend and visitors are urged to arrive at the park very early to avoid potential traffic congestion and difficulties with parking. Visitors should plan on arriving at the park entrances by 9:00 a.m. each day. Parking in Yosemite Valley is …

The latest on several fires that popped up or continued to burn over the weekend.

Take dad to a blues fest, a baseball game, a fruit jubilee or a shakespeare play. Lots going on this Father’s Day weekend in the Valley. Here’s a list of events in our weekend fun report: -Treat dad to an afternoon of blues at the 6th Annual Tower District Father’s …

Take dad to a blues fest, a baseball game, a fruit jubilee or a shakespeare play. Lots going on this Father’s Day weekend in the Valley. Here’s a list of events in our weekend fun report: -Treat dad to an afternoon of blues at the 6th Annual Tower District Father’s …

Triple-digit heat hit the Central Valley this weekend, forcing people to figure out ways to stay cool. A lot of folks tried their best to stay inside with air-conditioning, and if you were outside, you were probably ducking for the shade.   Andrew Camacho and his uncle Roy Quijano pushed …

A couple of fairs, soccer, a barber battle and ice skating, our list of weekend events has a lot to offer. Head to Merced for the Merced County Fair, where they have a ton of things going on. There’s truck and tractor pullin’ tonight, bull riding tomorrow and family day …

Plenty of fun stuff going on in the Valley on this warm weekend. We’ve rounded up some winners in our weekend fun report. -Thousands of people are expected in the Tower District Saturday for the annual Pride Parade and Festival. It’s meant to celebrate and increase acceptance of the gay, …

The best of local bbq goes head to head this weekend, all to benefit a Selma soccer team.

Enjoy a haunted house, a martini or two, a 5-k walk for charity and vintage aircraft. Here’s a list of fun events happening in the valley this weekend: -There’s a spooky party Saturday night at Chukchansi Park. Costumed fans can watch some baseball, visit a haunted house and go ballpark …