Madera has launched a $1.9 million upgrade to one of its most heavily used wastewater facilities, a project city officials say is part of a long-term effort to modernize core infrastructure and maintain dependable service for residents and businesses. The Fairgrounds Lift Station, south of Cleveland Avenue near the Madera Fairgrounds, moves about 30 percent of the city’s sewer flows. Much of the existing equipment dates back several decades, and the planned improvements will

Wendy Alexander/The Madera Tribune Peter Gallegos from the City of Madera Wastewater Treatment Plant talks about upgrades currently in progress at the facility. Construction is underway on a $10.3 million upgrade to Madera’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, a project described as one of the most significant public works investments in recent years. The plant, located on Avenue 13 and Road 211/2, treats millions of gallons of wastewater each day and serves every home and business i

Courtesy of MUSD Communications School Health Council leaders from Madera Unified schools hold their America’s Healthiest Schools Award banners, which will be displayed at their campuses. Madera Unified School District has received national recognition from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation for its outstanding commitment to student health and wellness.  Every elementary, middle, and high school in the district earned Healthy Schools Awards in three or more categories fo

Let there be no mistake about it: The reduction in the price of certain weight control and reduction drugs that was negotiated by Mr. Trump is another gift to the well-to-do. Specifically, the drugs in question are Zepbound, a product of Eli Lilly, and Ozempic and Wegovy, offered by Novo Nordisk.  The price of these drugs will be lowered for eligible patients on Medicare and Medicaid, as well as for those who choose to use the TrumpRx website. According to Jennifer Jacobs, re

For The Madera Tribune Pistoresi Ambulance employees gather after the funeral of former owner Monte Pistoresi in April. Pistoresi Ambulance will close its doors on Friday after more than 80 years of service to Madera County. Pistoresi Ambulance will officially end about 83 years of medical service to Madera County on Friday at about midnight.  The official closing date for Pistoresi Ambulance is November 15; the contract expires Friday at 11:59 p.m., with American Ambulance s

Wendy Alexander/The Madera Tribune Madera Community Hospital CEO Dr. Sony Sidhu, holding scissors, is joined by staff, board members and dignitaries as she cuts the ribbon for the reopening of the Family Health Services Clinic during a ceremony on November 4. When American Advanced Management re-opened Madera Community Hospital earlier in the year, the next box to check was to re-open its clinics.  With the grand opening, consider that box checked as dignitaries throughout th

The American Heart Association is set to hold its annual Central Valley Heart and Stroke Walk event to raise awareness of heart and brain health, as well as raise funds to support scientific research, community impact projects, CPR education and more. The Saturday event will be held at 4150 Town Center Blvd. in Tesoro Viejo, beginning at 8 a.m., with opening ceremonies at 8:45 a.m., and the walk at 9 a.m. The event will include a 5K walk, with a shorter survivor route.

Courtesy of Daniel Mendoza/Gonzalez Boxing Madera Unified girls get in the ring to participate in a free boxing summer camp, hosted by Gonzalez Boxing. The camp teaches the students discipline and provides them with a positive outlet. Gonzalez Boxing, founded by Daniel and Adriana Gonzalez, hosted a summer class in partnership with Madera Unified School District to offer free after-school programs and summer camps designed to build discipline, confidence, and community.  Adri