Madera firefighters saved lives
As Maderans neared the end of the 1920s, they were full of optimism. Prospects of oil wells on the outskirts of town danced in the heads of some local capitalists, while others dreamed of raising the funds to build a brand new, four-story hotel on Yosemite Avenue. In the end, however, both schemes failed, and […]
Oranges, better eaten than thrown
Oranges are good any time of year, and we are lucky they are available whenever we want them. I can remember my grandfather on my dad’s side of the family, telling me that when he was growing up, it was a real treat to get an orange in his Christmas stocking. Back then, oranges were […]
Copper wire thieves caught
Madera County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported copper wire theft in progress involving agricultural equipment. Local farmers on scene interrupted the theft and immediately contacted MCSO on January 5. The farmers prevented the suspects’ vehicle from leaving before deputies arrived.
Illegally manufactured ghost gun seized
Madera Police Department Officers Tristan Okpalaugo and Trent Herzog responded to a robbery in the area of Rush Street and Dellavalle Avenue. During the investigation Saturday, a 16-year-old suspect was identified, leading to a probation search of the juvenile’s residence. During the search, officers located, and seized, a 3D printer and an illegally manufactured ghost […]
Literacy conference marks 20 years in the Central Valley
The 20th Annual Central Valley Literacy Conference will bring together educators from across the Central Valley to celebrate two decades of literacy leadership and innovation on February 3 at Madera County Superintendent of Schools’ Conference Center. This year’s conference is themed “Chapters of Change: Celebrating 20 Years of Literacy Leadership,” and will feature keynote presentations […]
Madera Auto Center legacy extends to Chowchilla
Madera Auto Center officially opened its doors in Chowchilla last week to showcase its brand-new used-car showroom while also bringing in the community service. Representatives from Chowchilla, as well as many community members joined in on the official ribbon cutting Friday, coordinated by Dennis Haworth, Executive Director of the Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce. Filling […]
Book Talk: Lockhart, ‘We Fell Apart’
E. Lockhart’s “We Fell Apart” (2025, 305 pages in hardback format) is promoted as a YA (Young Adult) novel, but it’s really appropriate for any age, even younger teens as it is devoid of “adult” language and sex. Like the other YA books that I’ve reviewed over the years, it’s just a good story, well […]
Letters: A matter of priorities
In his recent letter to the Tribune, Madera resident Chuck Wieland seems proud to announce that, in 2025, 43 percent of recent immigrants are college graduates, as opposed to just 29 percent of native-born Americans. He also brags that 45 percent of Fortune 500 companies were founded by “immigrants and their children.” He seems to […]
City starts registration for bat and ball leagues
The City of Madera will begin its youth baseball coed league in April. The league is open to 4-5 year olds for a T-ball league and 6-7 year olds for a coach pitch league. Team head coaches are needed. There will be one practice per week and games will be held Saturday mornings at Town […]
Coyote baseball and softball to induct
The Madera Coyote baseball and softball teams will begin its seasons with an Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner. The Coyote baseball team will honor Mark Beyer and Alec Mehrten during the Coyote Baseball Fundraiser Dinner on February 7 at San Joaquin Wine Co. (21821 Avenue 16). The dinner will include silent and live […]