For The Madera Tribune Lena Northern, second from the left, was voted Madera Raisin Queen two years before this photo was taken. Maderans in the early part of the 20th century weren’t completely preoccupied with politics; after all there was going to be a contest to choose some local high school girl to represent Madera in the California Raisin Day Celebration in Fresno. April 30, 1914 was set as the day for pulling out the stops and raising three cheers for raisins. Although

For The Madera Tribune Diane Boland and CrisCom CEO Chuck Jelloian. COARSEGOLD — Over the weekend, The CrisCom Company presented Diane Boland with ts 2025 Leader For America Award in recognition of her extraordinary civic leadership and commitment to the Coarsegold community.  Family, friends, and community leaders gathered at the Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino to recognize her volunteerism, and elected officials presented several proclamations in her honor.  “To receive the

Wendy Alexander/The Madera Tribune Cogir of Cedar Creek executive director Rob Huntley, holding scissors, is joined by representatives and presenters for a ribbon-cutting ceremony in honor of Cedar Creek’s 20 year anniversary celebration on January 16. It was a chilly, foggy afternoon as people gathered at the front entrance of Cogir of Cedar Creek to celebrate its 20th anniversary last week. Debi Bray, President and CEO of Madera Chamber of Commerce welcomed all to this gran

Building on its ongoing commitment to simplifying care, Walmart continues its 2026 health momentum with The Wellness Event — a free, nationwide health and wellness experience taking place Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Walmart stores across the country, including Madera’s Walmart at 1977 W. Cleveland Avenue. Designed to help customers feel informed, supported and energized, the event brings together Walmart’s pharmacy, vision and wellness teams for essential health scr

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

Dumping an animal is a serious crime in Madera County. The Madera County Sheriff’s Office has vowed they will investigate these cases and hold people accountable. If anyone can no longer care for an animal, there are legal and humane options available. If anyone witnesses illegal animal dumping in Madera County, report it to the MCSO, as animal cruelty will not be tolerated in the County.