Massetti honored by state and national associations
Madera County Superintendent Cecilia Massetti was given the California County Superintendents Executive Leadership Award, presented by Jim Yovino, Fresno County Superintendent of Schools and current President Debra Duardo, Los Angeles County Superintendent, at the General Membership Meeting Awards dinner in Long Beach. The Executive Leadership Award is presented to an individual for contributions through executive […]
Sugar Pine to raise funds for move
With its near future uncertain and time in its current location coming to an end, Sugar Pine Smokehouse General Manager Lisa Gill will host a fundraiser to help with a move. “We are raising funds to move to a new location,” she said. “The fundraiser will consist of a car show with prizes. The entry […]
Schools to celebrate Walk to School Day
International Walk to School Day is an annual observance to create awareness for walkable communities. The absence of safe, walkable communities is a leading cause of physical inactivity. The Madera County Department of Public Health and community partners are working to improve walkability in the City of Madera. Approximately 400 students, parents, and school staff […]
Battle of the Bulge
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. […]
Do you color code?
Colors are very important in our lives. Whether you realize it or not, colors play a part in every thing we do. Right now, stop reading and look around you, wherever you are. Do you see all the colors? There are reds, blues, yellows, and greens just about everywhere you look. When I was a […]
Coyotes battle tough in loss to Knights
The Madera Coyotes girls volleyball team is absorbing some lumps this year in the County/Metro Athletic Conference after winning the league title three out of the past four years. Head coach Meghan Haas hasn’t had the go-to hitter she’s had in the past, but things are looking up with three of her top four hitters […]
Opinion: The propositions, in my humble opinion
November 8, just one month from today, is Election Day, and mail-in ballots will arrive in our mailboxes even sooner. This year, there are eight key propositions on which we can express our preferences. Seven of them qualified because supporters had gathered sufficient signatures, and one was placed on the ballot by the Legislature. Here’s […]