

Skeeko’s began as a gas station
For The Madera Tribune Skeeko’s service station as it appeared in 1938 on Gateway Drive. It later became a Madera landmark as Skeeko’s...
Bill Coate
Oct 8, 2022
Letters: Senate Bill 1383
In last month’s City of Madera bill, there was a flier reminding us about SB1383, regarding our need to reduce organic waste disposal...
For The Madera Tribune
Oct 5, 2022
Opinion: Where has the time gone?
Last week marked the 16th year of writing my op-ed column Gravy by the Slice. Its creation came about when a colleague, Cal Tatum, left...
Tami Jo Nix
Oct 3, 2022
Opinion: Our economy — where’s it going?
In 1776, Scottish economist Adam Smith published “The Wealth of Nations,” setting the model for free-market capitalism. That same year,...
Jim Glynn
Oct 3, 2022
Veterans in a workplace
Veterans’ Voices is directed toward veterans and their families who have given so much to ensure our freedom in this country. This is an...
For The Madera Tribune
Oct 3, 2022


The Brammer Building still stands tall
For The Madera Tribune Brammer’s shoe store was a pioneer establishment on Yosemite Avenue that bent with the times and survived. It...
Bill Coate
Sep 28, 2022


Crappa Brothers had a busy place
For The Madera Tribune Frank Crappa is shown here standing on the far right. His brother, Joe Crappa is on the inside behind the counter....
Bill Coate
Sep 21, 2022


Cooks set for Chile Verde Cook-off
For The Madera Tribune Waffle Spot owner Kim Praytor stands with her cooks Lolo Rivera, middle, and Juan Ruiz while they hold the trophy...
Tyler Takeda
Sep 16, 2022









