Climate change is occurring before our eyes. We can track significant alterations in weather patterns within lifetimes, rather than over generations or centuries. Some parts of the globe are affected differently from other parts, and melting ocean ice in the Arctic Circle has made the island of Greenland of strategic importance to certain countries, including the United States. As polar ice melts, it opens new shipping lanes. Additionally, the island is positioned to house ea

Most people who have a computer, or a cell phone, use the internet in some way. Most of us search for information on the “web” by using a search engine such as Google. It has become almost a knee-jerk reaction to go to Google to find out information, such as how to fix something, or to find out how old a celebrity is. Sometimes we want to know some history about a company or an individual. Often the search will take us to a page called Wikipedia, which can give up-to-date inf

For The Madera Tribune Major Jim Savage. As difficult as it may be for the 21st century mind to grasp, there once was a time when Major James Savage was thought to be a hero in Madera. In fact, on April 23, 1951, more than 100 local folks held a California Centennial program at his grave, which was then located on land that is now covered by Hensley Lake. Guy Crow presided over the gathering, which featured Walter Chandler, Madera County District Attorney, as the guest speake

For The Madera Tribune Bee Authry Payne. Bee Authry Payne passed away in the Fresno, CA, leaving behind a legacy remembered by those who knew and loved him. A funeral service to honor Bee’s life will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, at 10 a.m., at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, 2529 E. Belmont Ave., Fresno, CA 93701. Following the service, interment will take place at Arbor Vitae Cemetery, 1301 Roberts Ave., Madera, CA 93637. May his memory bring comfort and peace

For The Madera Tribune Patrick Junior Hernandez. Patrick Junior Hernandez, 79, passed away peacefully on Jan. 8, 2026, at his home in Yosemite Lakes Park. Born on March 17, 1946, in Madera, CA, Patrick lived a full and vibrant life rooted in family, faith, hard work, and community. A proud graduate of Madera High School’s Class of 1964, Patrick maintained lifelong friendships with many of his classmates. His strong work ethic began early while still in high school, flipping b

For The Madera Tribune Juan Andaverde. Juan Andaverde, 76, of Madera, California, passed away on Jan. 10, 2026. Born to Ofelia Aispuro and Ramon Andaverde on March 12, 1949, in Harlingen, Texas, where he lived until he was 15 years old and then made the move to California. This is where he met his wife, Sofia Andaverde, and became a loving father to Juan Manuel, Araseli, and Maria Eliza.  He was hard-working and dedicated. He spent more than 45 years working for Robert A. Joh