The power of forgiveness
Editor's CornerAuthor(s): Chuck DoudNow that Richard Schoenfeld, 57, one of the three Chowchilla school bus kidnappers, will be released soon from prison due to a court decision on his parole, it is...
View ArticleChitwood wins 200-lap Enduro at Speedway
Author(s): Ronald MontezOn a soapy water-drenched track, it was Loren Chitwood that was able to overcome obstacles as he won the Enduro race Saturday on Boots and Bikini Night at the Madera Speedway....
View ArticleMadera players trying for nat’l team
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneTwelve players from the Madera Patriots baseball team will compete in Manteca on Tuesday and Wednesday for the opportunity to play on the United States 14-under team....
View ArticleUndeniable champs: Papa Murphy’s takes league’s first tournament title with...
Author(s): Tyler TakedaThe Madera American Little League and City champions made an emphatic statement Saturday to win the District 10 Tournament of Champions. Papa Murphy’s scored early and often and...
View ArticleFourth of July event to be held in Coarsegold
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneThe third annual 4th of July Family Freedom Fest will be held at Coarsegold Historic Village, 35300 Highway 41. It’s a free patriotic, all-day community event. There...
View ArticleScavenger hunt highlights Night at the Library
Author(s): Elsa MejiaSixteen families gathered for dinner and a scavenger hunt during after-hours at the Madera County Library. More than 60 people ate pizza and then looked for clues throughout the...
View ArticleWoman suspected of passing $7k in bad checks
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneA Fresno County woman wanted for passing a number of bad checks totaling $7,000 is suspected of trying to cash another one. The Madera County Sheriff’s Department...
View ArticleGolf carts create problems on Avenue 12
Author(s): DJ BeckerMADERA RANCHOS — Golf carts are a fine method of transportation if you are on a golf course or on the way to the clubhouse, but a Madera Ranchos man learned they’re not great on...
View ArticleGroup to give final patriotic tribute
Author(s): Elsa MejiaCamp Fire members accepting flags to retire Members of the Camp Fire USA Heart of California Council are using their annual fireworks booth this year to help the community by...
View ArticleHome sweet home: Maderan returns after seven-month tour in Afghanistan
Author(s): Elsa MejiaLance Cpl. Sergio Rico Mendez returned to a festive crowd of family and friends after a sevenmonth deployment in Afghanistan. The two-year Marine was greeted by his sister Irene...
View ArticleCallers decry hiring of supe
Red LineAuthor(s): Madera Tribune reader(s)All comments are edited for length and content. Because of content and space limitations some comments may not be published. More than one comment from the...
View ArticleDeportation stay the fair thing to do
Editor's CornerAuthor(s): Chuck DoudWe generally are a fair-minded people, particularly when it comes to punishment for crimes. We grant people fair trials. We allow verdicts to be appealed. Generally,...
View ArticleFundraiser to benefit Fossil Discovery Center
Author(s): Elsa MejiaVolunteers and staff at the Fossil Discovery Center hope a successful turnout to their largest fundraiser of the year will help them move forward with big plans. “We have a lot of...
View ArticleWithout a home: animal rescuer’s death leaves more than 100 cats to...
Author(s): DJ BeckerMadera County Animal Control officers removed more than 100 cats from a home in the 11200 block of old Highway 41 Monday after a well-intentioned but overwhelmed animal rescuer died...
View ArticleAt-risk Madera girl is missing
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneSheriff John Anderson turned to the public Wednesday to help find a missing 18-year-old Madera girl. Angela Adams is 5 feet, 5 inches tall, weighs about 120 pounds and...
View ArticleMan arrested in connection with home burglary
Author(s): For The Madera TribuneA tip called into authorities led to the arrest of a 32-year-old reputed gang member in connection with a burglary near Chowchilla, according to the Madera County...
View ArticleChivas USA coaches to lead free soccer clinics
Author(s): Elsa MejiaMadera children and teenagers will have the opportunity to be trained by Major League Soccer coaches this weekend. The free soccer clinics, hosted by District 4 Supervisor Max...
View ArticleYouths learn water safety
Author(s): Farin MontanezSummer swim classes offered at Madera South As temperatures rise into the triple digits this summer and refreshing pools and lakes become more alluring, it is important for...
View ArticleMUSD top management cost: $4.7M
Author(s): Bill CoateMadera Unified School District is planning to spend $140.5 million during the 2012-2013 school year, and of that amount, $4.7 million will go to the district’s management staff,...
View ArticleClarifying MUSD contract negotiations
Letters to the editorAuthor(s): Madera Tribune reader(s)As summer vacation arrives this year, the teachers, nurses and counselors of Madera Unified Teachers’ Association (MUTA) wish everyone a great...
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