Visit California's biennial Poppy Awards recognize destinations and attractions across California for excellence in tourism marketing and destination stewardship across nine categories. More than 160 submissions were reviewed for the 2026 awards and narrowed down to the top finalists in each category. Visit Yosemite | Madera County announced that it was selected as a finalist in the Best Strategic Brand Partnership category for its campaign with KTLA and Southern California C

Wendy Alexander/The Madera Tribune Construction crews work along Yosemite Avenue in downtown Madera. More than $20 million in coordinated improvements are either now underway or soon to begin across the city. Beneath the streets, inside aging treatment plants, and along well-worn park trails, Madera is quietly undergoing one of the most significant infrastructure transformations in its history. More than $20 million in coordinated improvements are either now underway or soon

The Madera County Arts Council and the Madera branch of AAUW (American Association of University Women) invite the community to the inaugural community exhibit, "Held in Common, exploring how culture, religion, and belief shape the ways people live alongside one another." "Held in Common" brings together artists from across California whose work reflects personal tradition, inherited practices, daily rituals, and shared spaces where differences meet. Rather than offering a si

Tyler Takeda/The Madera Tribune Cleveland Guardians’ free agent signee Connor Brogdon throws a pitch to Liberty varsity players during the Liberty Hawks’ Alumni game in January. Brogdon was the featured attraction, and didn’t disappoint. He struck out two with eight pitches in his inning of work, and even hit a single in his first plate appearances in about 10 years. After his debut midway through the 2020 season, former Liberty Hawks standout Connor Brogdon prepares for his

The City of Madera is excited to announce a unique opportunity for residents to influence the future of our public transportation services. Madera Metro is advancing plans to implement a flexible, on‑demand micro-transit service aimed at improving local mobility and better meeting the transportation needs of the community. To support this effort, all residents are invited to participate in an upcoming public workshop to provide input on the design, operation, and integration

Wendy Alexander/The Madera Tribune Some orchards along Cleveland Avenue near Road 23 are flooded due to recent and current rainfall. When Central Valley farmers talk about water, they welcome the rain any time they can get it. However, when Madera County was soaked with a record amount of rain this week, maybe it wasn’t the best time to get it. Not that farmers are complaining. Now, they are worried about their crops, especially the almond crops, which is the No. 1 agricultu

For The Madera Tribune The Matilda Torres High School Mock Trial team show off their participation certificates before winning the Madera County Mock Trial event, defeating Madera South in the championship round. For the second year in a row, Matilda Torres High School won the 2026 Honorable Edward P. Moffat Madera County Mock Trial that was held on January 15, 20, 22 and February 11. Matilda Torres’ prosecution and Madera South’s defense teams competed in the championship ro

Wendy Alexander/The Madera Tribune Attendees look at raffle prizes during the event. Love INC (In the Name of Christ) of Madera hosted a fundraising banquet at Buena Vista Event Center to raise funds for the organization with silent auction desserts and other items, and drawings. The organization is part of a nationwide movement, helping churches and community partners come together to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families. Love INC helps those in the co