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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 5-14-25
May 14 6 p.m. Los Banos High School scholarship awards night at 1966 11 St. May 16 6 p.m. Little Shop of Horrors presented by Pacheco Drama at Pacheco High Theater, 200 Ward Rd. More info call (209) 827-4506. May 17 10 a.m....
The Library Corner
LatestLibrary Corner 5-28-25
May-June Programs at the Los Banos Branch of the Merced County Library May 28 (Weds) Sensory Playgroup 10:30-11:30am May 28 (Weds) Conversation Circles 11:30-1:30pm May 28 (Weds) Drop-In Digital Help 5:00-6:30pm May 31 (Sat)...
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LatestReflections on The Westside Express’s Three-Year Anniversary
The Westside Express has survived now for three years. The first TWE issue was published on May 25, 2021. Many people thought it wouldn’t survive one year, let alone three. Many other people have asked publisher Gene Lieb and me...
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Melissa Kay Weaver
Melissa Kay Weaver (49), a longtime resident of Dos Palos, passed away surrounded by friends and...
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The One Tree solution
Few social struggles are as widespread and visible as the issue of homelessness, and as we carry...
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Mobile home park residents to Los Banos City Council: Deal with the homeless issue
Residents and management of the Rancho Los Banos Mobile Home Park urged the Los Banos City Council...
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Improve bicycle safety in Los Banos before it’s too late
By John FultonContributing Writer According to the California Vehicle Code (CVC) section 21200 a...
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New Jerry O’Banion Library dedicated in Dos Palos
It was a day of celebration as the community of Dos Palos marked the completion of three major...
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Sutter Health breaks ground on new clinic in Los Banos
On May 9, ground was officially broken on the latest addition to Los Banos health care. Health...
Education
LatestGustine FFA student wins big in rabbit competitions at Spring Fair
On May 2, Alina Camacho Mendoza, a junior at Gustine High School, won a best of breed and reserve in show with her rabbit, then went on to win advanced FFA and small animal master showmanship at the Merced County Spring Fair. At...
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On to the championship
Start with solid pitching by a veteran senior, throw in a banner day at the plate by a talented...
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LB Scouts turn 100
Few clubs have been as important to modern child development as Scouting America, formerly known...
On to the championship
Start with solid pitching by a veteran senior, throw in a banner day at the plate by a talented...
LB Scouts turn 100
Few clubs have been as important to modern child development as Scouting America, formerly known...
Gustine FFA student wins big in rabbit competitions at Spring Fair
On May 2, Alina Camacho Mendoza, a junior at Gustine High School, won a best of breed and reserve in show with her rabbit, then went on to win advanced FFA and small animal master showmanship at the Merced County Spring Fair. At...
The One Tree solution
Few social struggles are as widespread and visible as the issue of homelessness, and as we carry...
Woman accidentally injured at Los Banos homeless encampment
According to Los Banos Police Chief Ray Reyna, on May 15 at about 7:48 a.m., city personnel were...
Melissa Kay Weaver
Melissa Kay Weaver (49), a longtime resident of Dos Palos, passed away surrounded by friends and...