Body of man found in field
Author(s): The Madera TribuneMurder is suspected Sheriff John Anderson has launched a murder investigation after the discovery of a young man’s corpse in a cornfield west of Madera. On Monday, the...
View ArticleMadera South's message to parents
Author(s): Bill Coate'Love is not abusive; be alert for gang influence' Do you suspect your teenager is being influenced by gang members? Does your daughter exhibit signs of being abused by her...
View ArticleLocal pump company adds partner
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneMadera Pumps has added Matt Angell as its new general manager and partner in Madera Pumps, Inc. Angell has extensive experience in irrigation systems, design, water...
View ArticleThe insanity of domestic abuse
Editor's CornerAuthor(s): Chuck DoudListening to the presentation Thursday by Sue Doman, who told of her sister’s death at the hands of her husband, Drew Peterson, I recalled other stories of domestic...
View ArticleMaderans in College: Grow returns for UCSC Senior Night
Author(s): Tyler TakedaKatherine Grow (Madera) returned from a sprained ankle to play in Tuesday’s Senior Night game for UC Santa Cruz. Despite a tender ankle, Grow recorded 3 digs with 2 service aces...
View ArticleStallions get biggest win of season
Author(s): Tyler TakedaFor Madera South Stallion head coach Nate Perez, the win was more personal. For his girls volleyball team, the win represented a resolve in dealing with unfortunate...
View ArticleAgritourism classes to be conducted by UC
Author(s): Elsa MejiaThree-session planning courses aimed at helping farmers, ranchers and others interested in starting or expanding in agritourism or nature tourism businesses with insight and advice...
View ArticleFresno teacher convicted of sex with a student
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) ― A Fresno high school teacher is facing possible jail time after pleading guilty to having sex with an underage student. Local media reports that 30-year-old...
View ArticleLaborers sue CA over heat rules
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) ― The United Farm Workers of America sued California’s work safety division Thursday, saying state regulators aren’t enforcing heat regulations, leading to...
View ArticleMan pleads not guilty in Fresno kidnapping case
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) ― A Central California man has pleaded not guilty to charges that he kidnapped a 10-year-old girl on her way to school, took her to a rural area and sexually...
View ArticleState groups sue EPA over smog fees
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) ― California environmental groups have filed a lawsuit protesting a decision to combat San Joaquin Valley smog by increasing automobile registration fees instead...
View ArticleIt’s pom-hilarious!
Author(s): Tyler TakedaPomegranate festival releases humorous promo Want to see Madera’s mayor in a different light? Check out the video he and others made to promote Madera’s Pomegranate Celebration...
View ArticleIssues at stake in the 2012 presidential election
Author(s): Associated PressRead on for where the candidates stand on abortion, Afghanistan, the auto bailout, campaign finance, China, civil rights, climate change, cybersecurity, national debt,...
View ArticleFresno State defeats Wyoming 42-14
Author(s): Associated PressFRESNO (AP) — Derek Carr threw for three touchdowns to lead Fresno State to a 42-14 victory against Wyoming on Saturday night. Robbie Rouse ran for 91 yards on 20 carries for...
View ArticleBig plays cost Hawks
Author(s): Tyler TakedaDuring practice last week, Liberty Hawks football coach Mike Nolte’s biggest worry was Washington Union-Easton’s ability to make the big play. The Panthers picked up their first...
View ArticlePanthers pull away in win over Stallions
Author(s): Ronald MontezFRESNO ― Despite being winless this late in the season, the Madera South football team traveled to Fresno looking to spoil San Joaquin Memorial’s Homecoming party in...
View ArticleTigers roar past Coyotes
Author(s): Mark SmithThe Edison Tigers dominated the Madera Coyotes 69-27 Friday night in a game defined by long plays and big mistakes. Edison (5-3, 2-1 CMAC) came into Madera’s Memorial Stadium...
View ArticleSoftware helps study of Yosemite owls
Author(s): Associated PressYOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (AP) — In the bird world, they make endangered condors seem almost commonplace. The unique Great Gray Owls of Yosemite, left to evolve after glacial...
View ArticleBallot drop off sites announced
Author(s): The Madera TribuneThe county has announced drop off locations for those with Vote By Mail ballots for the U.S. presidential election. Local residents may take ballots to the office of the...
View ArticleLuck leads to stolen SUV
Author(s): DJ BeckerA timely convergence of three separate incidents, along with a LoJack tracking device led to the recovery of a stolen SUV and the arrest of a suspect for its alleged theft. Sgt....
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