Burglary suspect shot, wife missing
Madera County Sheriff’s Office released information about an officer-involved shooting that resulted in a death, and now, a missing person. The burglary suspect, Gregory Anguiano, was shot, and killed, after taking an MCSO’s taser and was trying to remove the deputy’s firearm. During the investigation into Anguiano, MCSO detectives announced during a press conference Monday, […]
Animal Services petition explained
DJ Becker spoke at Madera Rotary Club to explain and promote the circulating petition on a new Measure to fund and expand Animal Services in Madera County. She explained some highlights of the Measure, and also emphasized the desperate need for change and expansion of these services during the club’s Tuesday meeting. “It couldn’t be […]
Lois Leonard and EDC honored by Supes
The Madera County Board of Supervisors honored Lois Leonard on her retirement from the Madera County Economic Development Commission (EDC), and her 24 years of service to the community. Supervisor Robert Poythress spoke Tuesday morning on Leonard’s behalf. “Today we’re going to be recognizing truly a backbone of the organization over the last 24 years,” […]
Juneteenth: Celebrating Emancipation
On Friday, communities across America, including Madera, put a stamp of approval on Abraham Lincoln’s attempt to end slavery, notwithstanding the fact that he didn’t live to see its ultimate success. On Jan. 1, 1863, the great emancipator issued an executive order declaring an end to human bondage in America, but there was a problem. […]
Mad-Kids Summer Camp
Registration is being accepted for the annual Mad-Kids Summer Camp, sponsored by the Madera Police Department and City of Madera Parks and Community Services. The Camp is open to youths ages 8-12 and is $40 per person. It is a sports-based camp from July 27-30 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the John W. Wells Youth […]
Fire at Evans Feed warehouse
Arrests made in jewelry theft
Madera Police Department Officer Ryan Harland responded to Del Sol Jewelers, located in the 100 block of E. Yosemite Avenue, regarding the theft of jewelry from the business. During the investigation on July 12, it was determined that several individuals worked together to steal approximately $12,000 worth of jewelry from a display case while a […]
Celebrate America’s 250th and Bass Lake’s 125th, Southern Yosemite style
OAKHURST — As the country prepares for celebrations of all sizes to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary, Visit Yosemite | Madera County announced a lineup of events throughout the region highlighting the area’s red, white, and blue pride. Look up as one drives through the area, and get inspired by the 33 community art banners […]
FMAS in critical times
The Friends of Madera Animal Shelter (FMAS) has served Madera County for 23 years with its care and concern for animals within the local communities. However, FMAS is in tough times, and is in danger of closing. The 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation began in 2002 with the purpose of improving the quality of life for the […]
Rotary names Business of the Year
Madera Rotary Club named Les Schwab as their 2026 Business of the Year at a recent meeting. Rotarian Diana Barden, who was not present at the meeting, had given her recommendations for this company with compliments on how the business is run. Glenn Chu introduced the company in her absence, stating that her compliments included […]