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New Jerry O’Banion Library dedicated in Dos Palos

by David Borboa | May 31, 2025 | Community | 0

It was a day of celebration as the community of Dos Palos marked the completion of three major...

Yes, there are 2 glaciers in the 209’s backyard in Yosemite National Park but they’re melting away

by Dennis Wyatt | May 31, 2025 | Dennis Wyatt, Environment | 0

High on the Sierra crest in Yosemite National Park you will find the two largest glaciers in the...

Los Banos Campus graduating moms inspiring others with their college journeys

by The Westside Express | May 29, 2025 | Community, Education | 0

BY LUCIANA CHAVEZContributing Writer On May 22, during the graduation ceremonies at Merced...

Ducks Unlimited expands conservation efforts with new Gustine chapter

by Sabra Stafford | May 29, 2025 | Environment | 0

GUSTINE, Calif. — Ducks Unlimited is growing its grassroots conservation mission in California with the launch of a new chapter in Gustine, marking an expansion of its wetland restoration and waterfowl conservation efforts in...

Merced County employees get big raises one year after near strike

by Brianna Vaccari | May 28, 2025 | Government | 0

More than 1,700 Merced County employees will receive a 10% pay raise and alleviated healthcare costs thanks to two new labor agreements approved this month. The raises come after more than 18 months of employee advocacy that was...

Sober Grad Night to be hosted at Los Banos Community Center

by Rich Matheson | May 27, 2025 | Community, Entertainment | 0

Since 1982, the Los Banos Police Activities League has hosted Sober Grad Night, a tradition that...

Merced College prepares for graduations in Los Banos and Merced, May 22-23

by James Leonard | May 27, 2025 | Education | 0

More than 1,260 Merced College students are eligible to walk the stage this year, as the college celebrates its Class of 2025 with commencement ceremonies in both Merced and Los Banos.The third annual Los Banos Campus...

A taste of the Merced County Spring Fair

by Lena Magee | May 27, 2025 | Entertainment | 0

On the afternoon of May 4, I shadowed the Westside Express’s publisher and photographer, Gene...

LBHS hosts first-ever freshman club rush to welcome incoming students

by Joanna Monobe | May 25, 2025 | Education | 0

On May 5, Los Banos High School hosted its first-ever Freshman Club Rush. An event created specifically for incoming ninth graders to introduce them to the campus, the wide variety of clubs and organizations available to them....