The lifespan of a refrigerator
My parents owned a Crosley refrigerator when I was a child. It was one of those that had kind of rounded corners, and the handle pulled...
Nancy Simpson
Health records accidentally released
Last month, Madera County received notice from a vendor, which provides an electronic health record system to the County, that the vendor...
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When simpler things entertained us
Technology has taken over our world and our individual lives. In many ways, technology has improved the quality of our lives. It has made...
Nancy Simpson


OMC shaking things up with driverless almond shaker
Angel L. de Jesus Jr./The Madera Tribune The team behind the creation, from left, John Krum, Emerson Knapp, Kevin Struiksma, Brian...
Angel L. de Jesus Jr.
Madera library gears up for robotics challenge
The Madera main library will be hosting the annual First Lego League Explore and Challenge meetings that began last week. Intended to...
Angel L. de Jesus Jr.


Fair salutes education with robotics ring ceremony
Wendy Alexander/The Madera Tribune Rides are being set up at the Madera District Fair in preparation for opening day on Thursday evening...
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MUSD Introduces new weapon detection system
For The Madera Tribune Madera High School students walk through the new security system that will help create a safer environment. Madera...
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The dummy at the gas pump
My husband and I have two cars. The one I usually drive is a 2015 Buick Lacrosse — it’s a hybrid. Because I do a lot of running around...
Nancy Simpson