For The Madera Tribune Members of the Big Valley Horseshoe League gathered for a photo at City Hall after presenting a request for more pitching courts during a City Council meeting last month. The Big Valley horseshoe League was out in force at a recent Madera City Council Meeting.  Approximately 30 league players attended the meeting in support of a request to build eight additional horseshoe pitching courts at Rotary Park. The league currently has 12 courts available for l

“With the beginning of the holiday season, I’ve been reflecting on all that I’m grateful for including my family, my friends, and the incredible community I’m blessed to serve. Over the past few months, I’ve had the opportunity to connect with so many wonderful people across Assembly District 27. I’ve been humbled by the outpouring of support from local leaders, community members, and legislators from throughout California. I’m also grateful for the exceptional team of consul

For The Madera Tribune Students from all three Madera Unified School District high schools take part in the Soroptimist of Madera’s Dream It, Be It Career Conference for High School Girls at Madera South High School. Soroptimist of Madera and the Madera Unified School District co-hosted the Dream It, Be It Career Conference for High School girls.  Thirty-seven students from all MUSD high schools actively participated and enjoyed a fun filled day November 1. MUSD’s Area Assist

For The Madera Tribune Chowchilla’s Asterisk Talley watches one of her drives sail onto the fairway. Talley won the CIF Central Section and Southern California Regional championships after leading the American Jr. Ryder Cup team to a victory.  Chowchilla star golfer Asterisk Talley has been busy before heading into her offseason.  In October, Talley led the American Junior Golf team to a Jr. Ryder Cup victory over the European team.  Then, in November, Talley won the Central

Madera Police officers responded to the 700 Block of Linden St. for reports of a stabbing. Upon arrival Thursday morning at about 8:30 a.m., officers found a 25-year-old male who sustained a stab wound to the chest.  Officers provided medical aid at the scene, and the victim was later transported to a local hospital by EMS, where he is listed in stable condition. Officers obtained a description of the suspect and vehicle, and located the vehicle traveling in the area of Sunse

Madera PD Officers responded to Rancho San Miguel regarding a robbery in which the victim was shot during the encounter with the suspect on November 8. The Investigations Unit obtained witness statements, video surveillance, and additional evidence from the scene, which led them to a residence within the city where a search warrant was served. During the service of the search warrant, officers recovered a handgun similar to the one used in the incident, cash, and other items

For The Madera Tribune From left, Madera Police Department Officer Mayorga, Officer Mao, Records Clerk Galindo and Officer Diaz show off the stars they picked off the Star of Hope tree from the Madera PD lobby. Pick up and drop off a gift by Monday to help a child in need.  The Madera Police Department announced the launch of “A Star of Hope,” a collaborative holiday giving initiative designed to bring joy and hope to local children in need.  This year, the department has joi

Detectives with the Madera County Sheriff’s Office were contacted by the Montgomery County Police Department in Maryland who requested assistance with apprehending a wanted suspect who committed a sexual assault in their jurisdiction.  Detectives later connected the suspect to a second assault that occurred in Los Banos.  Madera County Sheriff’s Office detectives authored a search warrant and arrest warrant for the suspect.