Madera County relaxes water rules
The state lifted its Drought State of Emergency in April. This week Madera County supervisors affirmed a decision by the Public Works...
John Rieping
May 6, 2017
Letter: Climate change is the accurate term
Channel 18 (PBS) aired a documentary on the Tuolumne River, “From Glacier to the Golden Gate.” This river was made by glacial action, as...
For The Madera Tribune
May 1, 2017


Fresno-Madera ranks poorly in air quality for U.S. metro areas
On this Earth Day, the Fresno-Madera area holds the doubtful distinction of being in the top three of national rankings for polluted air,...
John Rieping
Apr 22, 2017
Editor's Corner: Myths about celebrating Earth Day
Earth Day, which we will celebrate this weekend, is a wonderful event because it focuses our thoughts on taking care of the planet we...
Chuck Doud
Apr 22, 2017
Earth Day to defend the EPA
“The saddest aspect of life right now is that science gathers knowledge faster than society gathers wisdom.” — Isaac Asimov Happy...
Jim Glynn
Apr 22, 2017
Coarsegold Rodeo Association to present Gold Rush Days
Unable to put on a rodeo this year, the nonprofit Coarsegold Rodeo Association plan to start a new tradition, Gold Rush Days, which will...
For The Madera Tribune
Apr 21, 2017


Repair work on Big Oak Flat Road continues
Courtesy of National Park Service Repairs continue at Big Oak Flat Road, which has been closed since late February due to sliding soil...
For The Madera Tribune
Apr 20, 2017


Madera looks to flourish during annual Glorious Gardens Tour
Annette Nordine/The Madera Tribune Low-growing plantings, garden art and colorful pots bursting with interesting plants, a pool, patio...
Annette Nordine
Apr 20, 2017









