Two nabbed on suspicion of attempted murder after I St. shooting
Two Madera men have been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred on 4th and I Streets last weekend, according to the Madera Police Department. Moses McGuire, Jr., 18, and Joseph Luis Huerta, Jr., 23, were arrested on felony charges of attempted murder after a police investigation identified the pair from passing motorists and […]
Man arrested on narcotics charges
A pickup truck driving in the middle of the road in the residential neighborhood of Fairmead Monday night attracted the attention of a patrolling Madera County deputy sheriff and K9 officer, according the authorities. Deputy Logan Majeski was near the intersection of Sinclair Drive and Elm Street about 11:30 p.m. when he saw the gray […]
Businesses receive awards for school partnerships
Camarena Health and Kern Family Farm each received a Crystal Tower Award August 27 at the 16th Annual Business and Education Shareholders’ Luncheon hosted by the Madera County Compact. The two businesses were recognized for their partnerships with Madera County schools in front of more than 160 business and community leaders. Camarena Health was nominated […]
Madera County Sheriff’s Log: Aug. 6-12
The Madera County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents. Aug. 6 9:53 p.m. — Deputies were dispatched to an assault in the 6000 block of Road 7 in Firebaugh regarding a father and his son. Upon arrival it was determined the subject had been arguing with his father. Father hit the son with a log […]
Mineshaft murderer paid high price for jealousy
On July 14, 1933, Albert Fuller, Madera County’s “Mine Shaft Murderer,” climbed the steps of the gallows and paid for killing his bootlegging business partner, James Kipp. The murder and Fuller’s two-year attempt to escape the hangman’s noose grabbed the attention of the people and turned it into one of the most notorious crimes in […]
Coyotes make quick work of Hawks
Madera junior middle blocker Isabella Saucedo was too much for the Liberty Hawks girls volleyball team could handle in a non-league match-up at Liberty. Saucedo recorded 27 kills to go with a pair of aces in a quick three set sweep. She led the Coyotes to defeat the Hawks by a combined 75-28 score. Of […]
Madera pitchers close month on hot streak
Former Liberty Hawks ace Connor Brogdon has become one of the best relievers for the Philadelphia Phillies Triple-A affiliate, the Lehigh Valley IronPigs. In his last 10 outings, dating back to Aug. 6, Brogdon has pitched 11 1/3 innings and allowed just one run on three hits. He has 14 strikeouts in that span with […]
Letter: On ‘socialism’ and America
The word “socialist” is being tossed around in political discourse as if it were a badge of honor or a live grenade, depending on one’s bias. Sen. Bernie Sanders describes himself as a democratic socialist and progressive. President Donald Trump describes himself as a genius, as well as “The Chosen One,” and labels others as […]
Letter: Offended
The word of the times: Offended. Well I am offended by the Liberals, especially the California variety. The California Attorney General, Mr. Becerra, and Gov. Alfred E. Newman, supporting the children of illegal immigrants, said “They are all children of God.” This is true, but what offends me is how the Liberals use God at […]
Opinion: Fall approaches and brings holiday and Madera Fair
Based on the calendar the fall equinox comes to the Northern Hemisphere Sept. 23. But for many the unofficial end of summer takes place following this first Monday of the month. In the United States, regardless of the sweltering temperatures, the Labor Day holiday signals that another Summer has passed. This three-day weekend is a […]