MLK celebration set for Sunday
The sentiments of Dr. Martin Luther King will echo off the walls of Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School as student speakers memorialize the civil rights leader who was assassinated in 1968 at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. The annual celebration for the National Day of Remembrance, sponsored by the Martin Luther King, Jr. […]
Toros take care of Stallions
The Matilda Torres Toros continue their reign through Madera with a convincing 3-0 victory over the Madera South Stallions. The Toros scored a goal eight minutes into the game and added two more in the second half for the victory. The Toros, who are based in Div. IV, are looking for a second Central Section […]
Coyotes cruise by Stallions
The Madera Coyotes had one of those games where they dominated in every phase for a 55-21 victory over the Madera South Stallions. The Coyotes rolled to the victory over the Stallions by shooting 44 percent from the field, easily their best shooting night of the season. They forced 38 Stallion turnovers with 18 steals. […]
Opinion: California’s New Laws
The State of California probably has more laws than any other state. I don’t know that for a fact, but it stands to reason because, although we don’t have more legislators than any other state, our elected officials at the state level keep their jobs by having their names attached to a senate or assembly […]
Letters: God doesn’t need the help of politicians
As we draw closer to our nation’s 250th birthday, it’s worth reviewing the evolution of our revolution. Let’s briefly study the history of American freedom of religion. On Christmas Day, 2025 Trump activist Laura Loomer posted this on social media: “I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Christmas than by avenging the death […]
Letters: Declaration of war
Trump invaded Venezuela without a declaration of war through Congress. This is what the Democratic Left is crying. No. 1: If Trump went to Congress with this plan, it would be on CNN in 30 seconds.
Obituary: Nat B. Dellavalle
Nat B. Dellavalle, respected agronomist, founder of Dellavalle Laboratory, Inc., and a deeply influential figure in California agriculture, passed away on Nov. 29, 2025, surrounded by family. He leaves behind a legacy of scientific excellence, integrity, and service to growers and communities he supported for more than five decades. Nat is survived by his beloved […]
U-turn leads to deadly crash
California Highway Patrol Madera officers responded to a two-vehicle traffic crash, on Road 28 1/2, north of Harper Boulevard on January 9 at about 12:15 a.m. A 21-year-old man from Madera was driving a 2026 Toyota Corolla, southbound on Road 28 1/2. A 41-year-old woman from Fresno was driving a 2011 Nissan Altima, southbound on […]
MUSD to open new Parent Resource Center space
Madera Unified School District has announced the opening of its newest Parent Resource Center, a welcoming space designed to support and empower families as partners in student success. The center reflects the District’s commitment to strengthening family engagement and providing parents with resources to support learning at home. The Parent Resource Center will officially open […]
Lucca’s Restaurant stirs strong memories
An inferno of flames stabbed at the darkness on Monday, Sept. 10, 1973. Lucca’s restaurant was ablaze, and according to retired Fire Chief, Alden Potter, it was the worst fire in town since the Madera Theater burned in 1941. Losses from the restaurant fire were estimated at $250,000. Bystanders could hardly believe their eyes. There […]