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LatestWhat Los Banos municipal staff wants city residents to know
Los Banos city staff members were asked by The Westside Express if they had a message or advice for the city’s residents. Several responded: “The residents need to be more involved in what happens with their government. … Folks...
Whistle Stop Events
LatestWhistle Stop 1-22-25
Jan. 23 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Veterans Service Officer at Los Banos Veterans Hall, 615 E St. Jan. 25 5 p.m. DES Hall Dos Palos Jiggs Graham Memorial all you can eat crab feed. $70. Silent auction/Raffle. Tickets (209) 752-4069 or...
The Library Corner
LatestLibrary Corner 1-15-25
January Programs at the Merced County Library Los Banos Branch Jan. 15: Sensory Play Group 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Jan. 15: ESL Conversation Circles 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 15: Drop-in Digital Help 5-6:30 p.m. Jan. 16: TinyTales...
Columnists
LatestWhat you need to know about water: A review of the 2024 water year
As 2024 has come to a close, I want to take a moment to recap the recent water years we have had and look ahead to what 2025 has in store for us. 2023 was a tremendous wet year throughout California that filled up our reservoirs...
Obituaries
LatestSansoni services to be held Friday, Sept. 13, in Los Banos
Services for Aldo Sansoni, longtime farmer, supporter of agriculture and active Los Banos community member, will be held Friday, Sept. 13. A Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial for Sansoni, who passed away Aug. 23, will be...
Government
LatestA vision for a vibrant downtown Los Banos
As we begin a new chapter for Los Banos, I’m excited to share my thoughts on the future of our downtown. With our new entry sign warmly welcoming residents and visitors alike, it’s the perfect time to reimagine and revitalize...
News
PopularLos Banos Parks and Recreation offers summer programs, events
Summer is quickly approaching and with it comes new and returning city recreation programs. The Los Banos Parks and Recreation Division hosts a summer full of opportunities for youth and families, including summer youth...
Opinion
LatestKiwanis thanks Los Banos community for helping serve more than 1,000 dinners
Dear Editor, The Kiwanis Club of Los Banos takes this opportunity to thank all of the organizations and individuals who made our Christmas Eve 2024 dinner possible. With your help our 41st annual dinner reached over 1,000...
Community
LatestSave-A-Heart Day offers free CPR training, health resources
On Feb. 8, Los Banos Parks and Rec will be putting on their third annual Save-A-Heart Day. This new local tradition hopes to “bring the community together and provide resources for them. And bring awareness to businesses we do...
Business
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Westlands Water announces promotion of key staff
BY ELIZABETH JONASSONWestlands Water District Russ Freeman has been promoted to the role of Deputy...
Education
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LEAP takes off with after-school programs in Los Banos
BY ZACHARY CRUZDirector of Expanded Learning Programs LBUSD The Learning Enrichment After-School...
Sports
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The Los Banos Tiger boys basketball squads open CCC league play
On Wednesday and Friday of last week the three Los Banos Tiger basketball teams hosted the Atwater...
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Agencies to consider species and habitat protection rules
BY CHRISTINE SOUZAAgAlert Actions are being taken on several proposed species listings and habitat designations under the U.S. and state Endangered Species Acts that could affect California farmers and ranchers. The U.S....
The Los Banos Tiger boys basketball squads open CCC league play
On Wednesday and Friday of last week the three Los Banos Tiger basketball teams hosted the Atwater...
Save-A-Heart Day offers free CPR training, health resources
On Feb. 8, Los Banos Parks and Rec will be putting on their third annual Save-A-Heart Day. This new local tradition hopes to “bring the community together and provide resources for them. And bring awareness to businesses we do...
LEAP takes off with after-school programs in Los Banos
BY ZACHARY CRUZDirector of Expanded Learning Programs LBUSD The Learning Enrichment After-School...
A vision for a vibrant downtown Los Banos
As we begin a new chapter for Los Banos, I’m excited to share my thoughts on the future of our downtown. With our new entry sign warmly welcoming residents and visitors alike, it’s the perfect time to reimagine and revitalize...
Sheriff’s Posse to participate in presential inaugural parade Jan. 20
The Merced County Sheriff’s Posse will be participating in the 47th Presidential Inaugural Parade on Jan. 20, according to a press release from Sheriff Vern Warnke. The 47th Inauguration will mark the fourth time the...
Sansoni services to be held Friday, Sept. 13, in Los Banos
Services for Aldo Sansoni, longtime farmer, supporter of agriculture and active Los Banos community member, will be held Friday, Sept. 13. A Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial for Sansoni, who passed away Aug. 23, will be...