Casino North Fork Mono anuncia inscripciones anticipadas para su programa de recompensas
North Fork Mono Casino is excited to announce the launch of its official new signup events that are happening throughout the summer. These community events offer future guests the first opportunity to join the Rewards Program and win prizes before the highly anticipated property officially opens its doors. By registering for the Rewards Program during […]
Anuncian nueva alianza para la Feria de Chowchilla y el Festival de Primavera del Condado de Madera
CHOWCHILLA — The Chowchilla Madera County Fair and Spring Festival are proud to announce an exciting new partnership as the community prepares to celebrate an incredible milestone: 80 years of Family, Fun, and Farming. This year’s celebration promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a special focus on expanding participation in the beloved […]
Opinión: IA — juez, jurado y verdugo
“We have met the enemy, and he is us.” — Comic strip character, Pogo If you are planning to watch the 2026 movie, Mercy, don’t read this column. The movie is slightly futuristic, and it is a reminder that the future is now. It features two key starring roles: Chris Pratt who plays LAPD detective […]
Chowchilla Fair connects with Butler
The Chowchilla-Madera County Fair announced a new partnership with Butler Amusements, who will serve as the Fair’s official carnival provider. The Chowchilla-Madera County Fair will run from May 7-10. This partnership brings one of the most respected and recognized carnival operators in the western United States to the Fair, ensuring an exceptional experience for fairgoers […]
Chowchilla’s Talley to play in LPGA event
LOS ANGELES — The top two-ranked players in the Rolex AJGA Girls Rankings — Aphrodite Deng (1) and Chowchilla’s Asterisk Talley (2) — have accepted sponsor invitations to tee it up against the world’s best professional golfers on the LPGA Tour at the JM Eagle LA Championship presented by Plastpro, April 13-19 at El Caballero […]
Chowchilla to host artist Craig Judd
The Chowchilla Chamber of Commerce invites the community and art enthusiasts to an evening celebrating one of Chowchilla’s most acclaimed artists. On April 25, from 4-8 p.m., the Chamber of Commerce will host an exclusive art show showcasing the extraordinary pinstriping mastery of Craig Judd at the Chowchilla American Legion Hall, 445 Trinity Avenue. A […]
ApCal celebrates 15 years
What began in 2011 as a modest vision to showcase local wines in a vintage 1928 farmhouse has evolved into the Central Valley’s premier outdoor entertainment destination. This year, “ApCal Rock’n Ranch” officially celebrates its 15th anniversary, marking a decade and a half of growth, resilience, and world-class live music. The journey started in December […]
His Little Feet coming to Madera
Valley West Christian Center welcomes His Little Feet International Children’s Choir, again. The 21 children that make up this current choir come from Kenya, Uganda and India. This choir is directed by Mike and Christa Hahn, who have visited Valley West Christian Center before, and after an almost decade of missing out on this blessing, […]
Historic Shay #12 steam engine to return
FISH CAMP — A rare and historic moment in California rail history is set to unfold as Shay #12, a nearly century-old steam locomotive, returns to California to join Shay #10 and Shay #15 at the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad. Built in April 1926, Shay #12 is a 60-ton, three-truck Shay steam engine that […]
Nostalgia at this year’s parade
Christmas nostalgia is the sentimental longing for past Christmas celebrations, often triggered by sights, sounds, and traditions. Often, we spend time and effort to create these conditions that we long for, only to be disappointed by the less-than-optimal result. For those who know the tradition I’m referring to, there’s great news, through strong partnerships and […]