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Atwater dedicates Christopher Tejeda Jr. Safety Corridor

City leaders, local school officials and friends and family members of Christopher Tejeda Jr. gathered together on Monday, Nov. 2, for a special dedication ceremony in a neighborhood near Juniper Elementary School in Atwater. A group of second and third graders from the school clapped, cheered and shouted “We love...

Atwater, CA · 3d
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Merced Sun-Star

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Merced County golfer wins prestigious senior tournament. Here's how

He's a member of the Merced High sports Hall of Fame.

Merced County, CA · 19h

Merced Sun-Star

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3 Merced County football teams play in section quarterfinals. A look at matchups

The Sac-Joaquin Section high school football playoffs kick off Friday night, and three Merced County teams are looking to go on a run and claim a blue banner. Here’s a look at the quarterfinal matchups (all games scheduled for 6 p.m. kickoff): Division 3: Merced at Vanden After going 2-2 during nonleague play, the Bears have been on a roll. Merced, which won six straight games to claim the Central California Conference championship, now heads to Fairfield for a Division 3 quarterfinal matchup. Merced features a powerful running attack, with seniors Anthony Tacheira (530 yards, 12 touchdowns) and Dougie Andrews (774 yards, 8 TDs) running behind a solid offensive line. Vanden is 9-1 and won the Monticello Empire League with a 6-0 record. The two teams met in the Division 3 quarterfinals in 2025, with the Vikings edging the Bears 26-25 in Merced. Division 5: Casa Roble at Hilmar Top-seeded Hilmar takes its perfect record (10-0) into a first-round matchup against eighth-seeded Casa Roble of Orangevale. The Yellowjackets, having won the Trans-Valley League title at 6-0, are the clear favorites to take home the Division 5 title. The Hilmar offense has been unstoppable this season. It’s led by senior quarterback

Merced County, CA · 1d

The Modesto Bee

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Classic rock group set bring its mega-hits to Modesto's Gallo Center. Who, when

Get the Eat. Sip. Play. newsletter in your inbox Available now: Sign up here for the best food, drink and entertainment coverage in Stanislaus County. Gallo Center audiences will be ready to get down at an upcoming concert. KC & The Sunshine Band is set to perform at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at the downtown Modesto venue. Limited tickets remain available. Led by Harry Wayne “KC” Casey, the rock/disco-centric band formed in 1973. Casey said in an online story on ktalnews.com that “he wants to keep uplifting people and getting them to dance with his music.” “I think people are looking for any kind of escape to feel good and to feel happy,” he was quoted in the story. “It’s kind of a blessing for me, because that’s what it was intended to do. I’m so happy that it’s still doing it generation after generation.” The band usually features 15 artists playing horns, singing backup and dancing, according to the story. The group’s well-known mega-hits include “That’s the Way (I Like It),” “Get Down Tonight” and “(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty.” Remaining tickets are $78 to $118 for the show at the Gallo Center, 1000 I St. in

Modesto, CA · 2d

San Francisco Weekly

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Cheapest gas stations in Merced

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Merced using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. #6. Delhi Gas And Food Mart (tie) - Address: 9772 Stephens St, Delhi, CA. - Price: $5.09. #9. Petro Stopping Center. - Address: 28991...

Merced, CA · 3d

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State wildlife officials said they killed a problem coyote in Atwater Village. Then it reappeared — with a limp

After a coyote in Atwater Village bit a 16-month-old child last month, wildlife officials tracked it down, shot it, and announced that the animal was dead. The animal survived being shot near the 3300 block of Glenhurst Avenue on Oct. 16 and soon reappeared in the area. Neighbors, who had previously reported being plagued by the nuisance animal for months, were shocked to see the same coyote appearing in their yards and approaching them in the street.

Atwater, CA · 2d

The Modesto Bee

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Modesto's Fruit Yard Amphitheater announces first 2027 season concert. Who, when

Get the Eat. Sip. Play. newsletter in your inbox Available now: Sign up here for the best food, drink and entertainment coverage in Stanislaus County. Barely a month after its final show of the current year, the Fruit Yard Amphitheater has announced its first concert for the 2027 season. Country rocker Cody Jinks and his band The Tonedeaf Hippies will play 7 p.m. Friday, June 11 at the Modesto venue. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13. The performance is part his The Working Man Tour, “built around Jinks’ commitment to his fans and keeping live music affordable and accessible,” according to a press release. “The tour takes a different approach to the modern concert experience, with ticket options designed to allow groups of four to attend for $100–$150 total,” according to the release. Availability is limited in some locations. Jinks’ tour also plans to offer market-specific food and drink specials where possible. The release did not indicate if the above options would be available at the Modesto stop. Jinks performs a blend of outlaw country and rock ’n’ roll. He’s known for songs including “Loud and Heavy” and “Hippies and Cowboys.” The concert will follow the

Modesto, CA · 2d

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Monster striper catches continue at San Luis Reservoir, 4 trophy fish in 3 weeks

MERCED COUNTY, Calif. (FOX26) — Anglers at San Luis Reservoir are reeling in some massive striped bass, with four trophy-sized fish caught in just three weeks. According to Roger George Guide Service, Bob McGill of Selma landed a 35.2-pound striped bass measuring more than 44 inches on November 3, setting a new personal record.

Los Banos, CA · 3d

The Thrifty Apartment

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California Residents Are Heading to These 10 States in Search of a Fresh Start

For years, people have joked about Californians packing up and moving somewhere else. Lately, though, leaving the state has become a serious option for many households trying to get a handle on their expenses. Housing is a major reason. California has some of the highest home prices in the country, and residents also face expensive... The post California Residents Are Heading to These 10 States in Search of a Fresh Start first appeared on The Thrifty Apartment .

California · 5d

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New Finds Arrive Every Week At This Huge California Antique Warehouse Where Treasure Hunters Lose Hours

Some buildings look plain from the parking lot and then swallow your whole afternoon once you step inside. That is exactly what happens at a big antique spot tucked into California’s Central Valley, where dozens of dealers fill the aisles with glassware, records, furniture, and odd little treasures. Regulars...

Salida, CA · 20h

mahoningmatters.com

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California Gov. Newsom to spare about 550 death row inmates. Here are the crimes of 10 of them

Ten killers whose capital cases originated in Stanislaus County, California, are among the roughly 550 death row inmates on a list to be spared by Gov. Gavin Newsom before he leaves office, according to a letter he released last week. Newsom is set to leave office in January after terming...

California · 2d

ABC30 Central Valley

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Merced Veterans Day Parade honors generations of Valley veterans

In the North Valley, the community came together to recognize generations of Valley veterans.

Merced, CA · 1d

The Modesto Bee

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Stanislaus County staff leader to take over management of SASA animal shelter

Stanislaus County’s animal services agency announced an accomplished public-sector leader will take over as executive director next week. Deborah “Deb” Thrasher has been appointed to the top post of Stanislaus Animal Services Agency. Her new job will begin Monday. Thrasher is moving over from the county Health Services Agency where she served as assistant director. In a previous role as planning and quality manager and project manager for the HSA, she was responsible for human relations, facilities, procurement and compliance, and also was involved with budgeting, a news release said. She worked to facilitate complex organizational initiatives and was part of the COVID-19 response by the county. Thrasher is a former emergency services manager with the Stanislaus County Office of Emergency Services . She was responsible for overseeing programs and preparedness efforts with the county’s nine cities. Throughout her career, Thrasher has emphasized collaboration, employee development and responsive public service, the news release said. “Ms. Thrasher brings the experience, leadership and collaborate approach needed to guide an organization with complex responsibilities and high community expectations,” said Jewel Warr, chairperson of the joint powers authority over SASA. “Her proven ability to navigate operational challenges, support employees, and build strong partnerships gives

Stanislaus County, CA · 2d

sippycupmom.com

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A Mom’s Guide to Preparing for Divorce in Modesto and the Central Valley

When you are a mom, deciding to divorce is never only about you. It is about bedtime routines, school pickups, soccer practice and the steady home you want your kids to have. For families in Modesto, Turlock, Ceres and across Stanislaus County, preparing thoughtfully before you file can protect your children, your finances and your peace of mind.

Modesto, CA · 3d

pitmanroaringtimes.com

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Heated Rivalry Between Pitman and Turlock High School

The year 2002 sparked a heated rivalry between the two schools in Turlock, Piman high school , and Turlock high school. The crosstown rivalry has been going on for 22 years. However the athletic tension did not occur until 2004, which is also the year Harvest Bowl was born. The...

Turlock, CA · 3d

CBS Sacramento

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Ripon approves restrictions on feeding stray and feral cats on public property

The Ripon City Council unanimously approved new restrictions on feeding stray and feral cats on public property, despite opposition from animal advocates who say the rules could make it harder to care for the animals.

Ripon, CA · 2d

themariposan.com

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Just in case you missed it, the burning suspension has been lifted

Effective last Friday, Nov. 6, debris burning was be allowed in the State Responsibility Area (SRA) of MercedCounty, Mariposa County, and Eastern Madera County (East of the Madera Canal). Residents possessingcurrent and valid burn permits can now resume burning only on permissive burn days. Property owners and residents are asked...

Mariposa County, CA · 2d

The Modesto Bee

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Record-breaking El Niño could hit the Central Valley. Join us for a live forum

As the Central Valley braces for a historic Super El Niño, The Modesto Bee , The Fresno Bee and Merced Sun-Star are partnering to host a virtual panel discussion on how residents can prepare. Meteorologist Sean Macaday and Stanislaus County Deputy Director of Emergency Services Ruben Wegner will answer questions on Zoom about the El Niño on Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 6 to 7 p.m. People can register for the free event at https://mcclatchy.zoom.us/meeting/register/yMrpkNJeQ-GkY8t4P_TViw The panelists will be available to take audience questions during the event. Readers may also submit questions ahead of the event below.

Stanislaus County, CA · 1d

The Modesto Bee

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Turlock's Dot-Marie Jones ‘linchpin' in horror film. What she said, how to watch

Get the Eat. Sip. Play. newsletter in your inbox Available now: Sign up here for the best food, drink and entertainment coverage in Stanislaus County. Dot-Marie Jones’ performance in the indie-horror film “Breeder” has garnered attention for the local actress. Called “the film’s linchpin” in an online review on seattlerefined.com , the Turlock/Hilmar native Jones plays Patti, who breeds poodles. But Patti has become obsessed with merging “the DNA of two promising young people to create perfection which she then plans to sell on the black market,” the review says. “It’s dark and demented, though the catch is announced from the jump. Her irksome, icky pursuit is not nearly as upsetting as the means by which she seeks to achieve it.” In a Q&A story on phantasmag.com , Jones said she loved that the film was different. “It was cringey. It was a perfect horror film, but also a thriller. That kind of opportunity doesn’t come around that often, and the cast and crew were fantastic,” she said. When asked in the story about her performance being compared to that of Kathy Bates in “Misery,” Jones answered “That’s ridiculous, but it’s such an (honor) to be compared to Kathy. I

Turlock, CA · 1d

Merced Sun-Star

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Merced High boys and girls water polo teams to play for section championships

The Merced High boys and girls water polo teams will play for Sac-Joaquin Section championships on Saturday after earning impressive wins in the semifinals. The top-seeded boys will play for a Division 2 title after defeating fourth-seeded Lodi 22-8 on Wednesday. The Bears (30-1) will face second-seeded Granite Bay (19-12) in the championship game at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Natomas Aquatic Center. Granite Bay edged third-seeded Del Oro 13-12 in the other semifinal. The Merced girls team, seeded second in Division 1 , dominated third-seeded Granite Bay 14-5 in their semifinal showdown on Wednesday. The Bears (27-3) will face top-seeded Davis Sr. (19-9) for the title on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. in Natomas. Davis Sr. defeated fourth-seeded Whitney 20-4 in their semifinal.

Merced, CA · 17h