Entry list growing for Saturday shootout at speedway
The fifth annual Short Track Shootout for $10,000 to win at The Madera Speedway on Saturday has attracted its largest entry list of RPM Mortgage Pro Late Models, with nearly 60 cars already confirming tentative registrations. The 150-lap race will also be broadcast on MAVTV and is joined by the championship finale for the 51FIFTY […]
Bikers rally planned for coming weekend
Christian motorcycle riders will gather at Courthouse Memorial Park this weekend for an 11th annual Christian Biker’s Rally. The rally will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. For information, call Ron Snipes of One Nation Under God Motorcycle Ministry at 474-9209.
Years ago in Madera for the first week of October
25 Years AgoWeek of Oct. 1, 1992 PAVLOVICH RESIGNS AS CITY MANAGER — Amid controversy over the Municipal Golf Course, Madera City Manager Nick Pavlovich announced his resignation during the City Council meeting Monday night. The resignation takes effect on April 2, 1993, but he will leave office on December 31, 1992. Between those dates […]
Inside the Game: Madera South 39, Pacheco Panthers 28
Player of the game: Every week Kaleb Roth could be chosen as a player of the week, but it’s good to pass the baton. Roth was his usual self on Friday night. He led the team with 85 yards rushing and added two more touchdowns to his season total. He also led the team with […]
Ecology of wildfires in Yosemite
Part 2 of 3 YOSEMITE — Wildfires may be vital to the ecology of Yosemite National Park, but they also can help humans as well. More water is available when fire reduces the amount of small trees and brush. Kristen Shive, Yosemite’s fire ecologist, said they have been studying the Illilouette Basin since 1974 when […]
$20,000 grant for adult schooling
Madera Adult School and Madera County Workforce Investment Corporation recently accepted a $20,000 grant award from Wells Fargo to support their high school equivalency (HiSET) preparatory class. “A high school diploma or its equivalent is essential to successful entry into the workforce in positions that provide an opportunity for career growth and pathways,” explained Elaine […]