Black history projects celebrated
Three years of studying black history by Madera Method students was celebrated Monday in the media center of Madera South High School. Three books, researched and written by 8th graders from Dixieland, Eastin Arcola, and La Vina schools were unveiled by Superintendent Todd Lile and presented to a gathering of local dignitaries. Also attending the […]
Uncovering a Madera pioneer’s past
In October 1868, Harry St. John Dixon left his home in Mississippi to come to what is now Madera County. Like many Southerners, he decided to leave the South to escape Reconstruction. Before the year was out, he had staked out his claim on a section of land along Cottonwood Creek, which he intended to […]
Family and community
There are different kinds of families. As defined in the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the word “family” has many meanings. Look it up. Some of the definitions may surprise you. You have heard me say that I make families wherever I am. I have my neighborhood family, my church family, my Tribune family, my Friends of the […]
Train for war — what about training to come home?
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. […]
Opinion: Free clothes and transportation options
On Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Sunset Church of Christ, 600 Orchard Avenue, Madera, is distributing free clothes. Come for the blessings of men, women and children’s clothing free of charge. Donations of gently used clothing are being accepted. The event hopes to provide new Easter apparel for the community. For additional information, […]
Opinion: Women in the field of AI
AI (Artificial Intelligence) is the field of the future. It is both fascinating and astounding, a blessing and a curse. Some believe it will surpass human intelligence and achievement; others think it will threaten and perhaps put an end to such careers as writing, fine arts, and other areas that depend on “intellectual property.” Some […]
Toros stun Coyotes with volleyball comeback
The Matilda Torres Toros boys volleyball team found themselves in a 2-0 deficit and with little chance of overcoming their own mistakes to the Madera Coyotes in Joe Flores Gym. However, the Toros regrouped and pulled off the biggest win of the fledgling program’s history Tuesday in the Coyotes’ home opener. After losing the first […]
Coyotes capture gold in the cold
The Madera Coyote track and field team brought home gold medals while battling the cold and the rain at the Central Valley Relays in Dinuba on February 25. The 4X800 meter relay team of Angela Garcia, Bianca Scott, Natalia Zambrano and Mayce Atherton won the gold medal with a time of 10:40.50 and defeated the […]