Life Change Church honored local police officer and community service officers at their Family Gathering Sunday morning. During the morning worship service Pastor Mac Hill called the officers present to come forward to be acknowledged. He spoke of the hardships that face officers on a daily basis and encouraged his congregation to uphold the officers in prayer. Each of the officers was presented a framed Certificate of Appreciation. Each officer was given a long-seemed red rose for their spouse. Updated: May. 26, 2010 4:45 PM | Full Story
Memorial Day traditionally signifies the beginning of the summer travel season. Many Californians will celebrate this holiday with picnics, barbecues and road trips. Before you head out for the long weekend, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reminds all motorists to drive safely, and buckle up. Updated: May. 26, 2010 4:42 PM | Full Story
On June 18, eight Madera County Law Enforcement agencies will be running the Special Olympics Torch through Madera County for the Law Enforcement Torch Run. They will pass the Torch to Merced County as it makes its way to UC Davis for the Special Olympics Summer Games. | Full Story
Madera County Sheriff John Anderson is issuing a warning about a suspicious email you may receive from an outfit announcing that you are a winner. Updated: May. 26, 2010 4:20 PM | Full Story
Memorial Day services will be held at the San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery on Sunday, May 30, beginning at 11 a.m. This year's theme honors the Buffalo Soldiers. the guest speaker will be Retired Major General Paul Monroe, the Former Adjutant General of the California National Guard. Updated: May. 26, 2010 4:19 PM | Full Story
A drug overdose in Oakhurst last Wednesday night led deputies to a mountain dealer who they believe is responsible. Updated: May. 26, 2010 4:18 PM | Full Story
The Mariposa/Madera County Chapter of the Association of California School Administrators held their annual Golden Apple Awards Dinner on May 10, in Madera Municipal Golf Course. Updated: May. 26, 2010 5:02 PM | Full Story
Agents with the Madera County Gang Enforcement Team (MADGET) completed a sweep in and around the city of Madera on Tuesday, May 18, apprehending more than a dozen people wanted for a variety of charges including: narcotics, parole, probation and weapons violations. | Full Story
Wanted on numerous charges, including grand theft and being a felon in possession of ammunition, a validated gang member has been linked to passing a counterfeit check, stemming from mail theft that occurred late March/early April of 2010. Updated: May. 26, 2010 4:09 PM | Full Story
FAIRMEAD -- No one seems to know why this tiny town is dying. | Full Story
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- Bulldogs end week in tie with Denair
Team beat Grizzlies earlier in the week.
CHOWCHILLA NEWS STAFF REPORT Updated: May. 5, 2010 1:56 PM |Full Story
Having logged more than 600 hours of volunteer patrol, a Firebaugh couple has been named Top COP of the Year by Madera County and State of California. They were selected among their peers of nearly 40 volunteers.
The Madera County Mosquito and Vector Control District Manager Leonard Irby reminds people in the Chowchilla area that "mosquito season is upon us." Updated: Apr. 16, 2010 2:09 PM |Full Story
- Bomshel performing at Chowchilla-Madera County Fair
Country western duo on stage on May 14.
Bomshel, a Country Western Duo, will be performing at the Chowchilla-Madera County Fair on May 14, at 8 p,m. The concert is free with paid admission. Bomshel is known for their hits such as "19" and "Crazy" and "Fight Like a Girl." Updated: Apr. 8, 2010 1:34 PM |Full Story
- Chamber sponsors High Speed Rail talk
Plans for futuristic project still fuzzy.
The focus of a meeting sponsored by the Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce was the High Speed Rail - Chowchilla Area. A large crowd filled the meeting room at the First 5 Family Resource Center for an update on the High Speed Rail project. Updated: Apr. 9, 2010 11:30 AM |Full Story
- Esther Moore of Raymond named 'Cowbelle of the Year'
Madera County Cattlewomen bestow honor.
The Madera County Cattlewomen named Esther Moore of Raymond as the Cowbelle of the Year. Updated: Mar. 3, 2010 12:30 PM |Full Story
Albert Paul Smith, 89, died Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2010, in Chowchilla. Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 10:45 PM |Full Story
- Attendance at city workshops less than robust
Few residents attend sessions.
Only 11 residents showed up for the two city workshops held last week at the civic center. Three people attended the workshop held Tuesday afternoon and eight residents were in attendance Thursday evening. Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 11:19 PM |Full Story
- Response to sounds of gunfire results in arrest of three men
Police Chief: No tolerance for gang violence in city.
CHOWCHILLA NEWS STAFF Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 9:39 PM |Full Story
- Eastman Lake trail closed to protect nesting eagles
Bald eagles sensitive to human activity.
CHOWCHILLA NEWS STAFF Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 9:39 PM |Full Story
Training is an on-going process for the Chowchilla Volunteer Fire Department. Recently the department held an all-day training. The focus of the training was how to remove a person trapped in a vehicle following a collision. Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 11:22 PM |Full Story
(The Chowchilla News, in cooperation with the Chowchilla Post 9896 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, will be carrying stories about local men who served during wartime. We think you will find the stories interesting and informative.) Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 11:23 PM |Full Story
Daffodil Days is an opportunity to help find a cure for cancer and save lives. Dollars spent on Daffodil Days support the American Cancer Society's groundbreaking research, education, early detection efforts, advocacy, and patient services. Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 10:30 PM |Full Story
The Chowchilla Senior Club is planning a trip to the Ronald Reagan Library. The event is scheduled for April 6. Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 10:32 PM |Full Story
- Dougherty to lead conference
Event planned for Hosanna Worship Center in March.
CHOWCHILLA NEWS STAFF Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 10:32 PM |Full Story
When track star Madeline Mims prepared for the Olympics, she went to Los Alamos, New Mexico to train. Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 10:33 PM |Full Story
The Senior Club is extending an invitation to the community to join them on this exciting trip. The cost is $89 per person. The price includes coach bus transportation and entrance fee to the library. Updated: Feb. 17, 2010 10:33 PM |Full Story
- Bill Chandler served with covert recon
Local man worked in SR-71 squadron in Vietnam.
(Editor's note: The Chowchilla News, in cooperation with the Chowchilla Post 9896 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, will be carrying stories about local men who served during wartime. We think you will find the stories interesting and informative.)
Children's Hospital Central California provides a glimpse of the new newborn intensive care unit at Mercy Medical Center Merced.
- Tire Amnesty Day planned for county this month
Event will take place on Feb. 27.
Tire amnesty days offer residents a time, place and a no-cost opportunity to dispose of any tires collected around the household. This event also allows the city and county to receive and haul away to recycling centers old tires turned in at these events and provide neighborhoods with educational information on the benefits of proper tire handling. Updated: Feb. 2, 2010 10:12 PM |Full Story
