Trinity Pregnancy Resource Center hosts fundraiser
About 200 people attended the Trinity Pregnancy Resource Center (TPRC) fundraiser dinner at Cornerstone Community Church in Chowchilla. Pam Tebow, mother of Heisman Trophy winner and NFL quarterback Tim Tebow, was the special speaker. In attendance were several government dignitaries from Chowchilla, who are supporters and sponsors of TPRC, and the community who rallies in […]
DUI leads to crash
The Madera Police Department’s Weekend Day Shift Team responded to the area of W. Yosemite Avenue and N. Q Street. regarding a two-vehicle traffic collision. One of the involved drivers, Alex Magallon, was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested and booked into the Madera County Jail.
MPD makes tampering arrest
Early Wednesday morning MPD officers were dispatched to a subject tampering with vehicles in the 500 block of S. D St. Upon arrival they located 34-year-old Zacarias De La Cruz holding a tire iron, and matching the suspect’s description. Although he initially dropped the tire iron while officers gave him orders, De La Cruz picked […]
Illegal U-turn at fault in crash
Madera Police officers responded to a multiple vehicle collision at the intersection of Madera Avenue and State Route 99. After arriving, officers learned that a vehicle was traveling north on Madera Avenue, and attempted to make a U-turn at the intersection with Olive Avenue on Saturday at about 6 p.m. There is a posted “No […]
MPD presence in Courthouse Park
The City of Madera recently celebrated and recognized Courthouse Park, which is now home to a new playground, amphitheater, and 9/11 Memorial. With these new attractions for residents and visitors, the park has come to attract community members, both young and old. Madera PD Officers have established a noticeable presence at the park. The park […]
Motz recognized as Civil Employee of the Year
Last week Michael Motz, Civil Unit Manager of the Madera County Sheriff’s Office, was honored with the California State Sheriffs’ Association Civil Employee of the Year Award, as a result of his exemplary service, dedication, and innovative contributions to our department and the wider community. He was also awarded a proclamation by CSSA for his […]
Southbound ramp open on Avenue 12 to SR 99
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), along with Security Paving Company, announced that the on-ramp from eastbound Avenue 12 at State Route 99 has re-opened. Effective Immediately, The southbound on-ramp to State Route 99, from eastbound Avenue 12, in Madera County has re-opened. The ramp had been closed since the Cottonwood Creek bridge replacement project […]
Hawks dominant on Homecoming
The Liberty Hawks football team scored on the game’s first play and didn’t stop in a 48-8 victory over the Parlier Panthers on Homecoming. Liberty quarterback Adrian Vasquez received the opening kick-off and returned it 66 yards for a touchdown. Then, the Hawks scored on seven of their nine possessions to record the victory. The […]
Torres can’t take advantage in Homecoming loss
The Matilda Torres Toros football team has had a tough season in defending its Central Section Championship. They had a chance to send its Homecoming night crowd happy with a come-from-behind victory Friday night against the Hoover Patriots. However, a 26-yard field goal attempt went wide left on the final play of the game for […]
Coyotes battle tough in loss to Panthers
The Madera Coyotes football team won five straight games after opening the season with a loss. However, the road in the County/Metro Athletic is a tough one after a 25-22 loss to San Joaquin Memorial gave the Coyotes their second straight loss. The Coyotes had their chances despite getting stymied on offense. The Coyotes were […]