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Coyotes fall to Memorial Panthers

Photo - Madera’s Isabel Rodriguez looks for an open teammate during Friday’s match with San Joaquin Memorial. Rodriguez scored Madera’s lone goal in a 4-1 loss in Memorial Stadium.

After heading into halftime tied at one, the Madera Coyotes allowed three late second half goals in a 4-1 loss to the San Joaquin Memorial- Fresno Panthers in Memorial Stadium. The Coyotes could have entered the half with a 1-0 lead, but a careless mental error allowed the Panthers to score 45 seconds into the […]

Recipes from Louisiana

Photo - Pork chops smothered in homemade gravy give your dinner that southern touch. You can also use chicken breast or thighs.

Folks in Louisiana are gearing up to celebrate Mardi Gras. Even though I have never been to any of those celebrations and have only passed through the state, I love their food, especially the seafood dishes. I am somewhat fond of King Cake, too. I can’t say I have any desire to attend a street […]

Storm of steel at Ap Trang Dau

Veterans’ Voices is directed toward veterans and their families who have given so much to ensure our freedom in this country. This is an area where you may share your experiences, or read of other veterans’ experiences. We thank you for your service, and hope that you know how much you are loved and appreciated. […]

Madera’s marshal wrestled a Legless opponent

Vintage fire brigade team with large barrels and equipment outside a brick building.

John Barnett was one of Madera’s most colorful lawmen. During the decade and a half that he served the people, first as town marshal and then as sheriff, he faced murderers, holdup men, conmen, bootleggers and a host of other threats to the tranquility of our town. None of these, however, came close to shaking […]

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