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Tigers frosh win 6th straight game
On Oct. 2, the Los Banos Tigers freshman football team (6–0 overall and 1–0 in the Central...
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October 9 6 to 9 p.m. Firebaugh’s National Night Out at Maldonado Park, 1625 Thomas Conboy Ave., Firebaugh. October 11 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Banda Ardiente de Irving Lopez at the Crest Events...
The Library Corner
LatestLibrary Corner 9-25-25
September Programs at the Merced County Library Los Banos Branch Sept. is National Library Card Sign-Up Month. Sept. 24: Sensory Playgroup 10:30-11:30pm Sept. 24: Adult Rock Painting 4:00-6:00pm Sept. 25: Tiny Tales StoryTime...
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LatestNew book chronicles small-town newspaper closures but provides hope
Another rural newspaper has recently shut down– the Del Norte Triplicate, after 146 years of serving the community of Crescent City. It’s another case of an American newspaper biting the dust in a disturbing trend. Over...
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Remembering CHP automotive technician Larry Hernandez
Lawrence “Larry” Hernandez, longtime Los Banos resident and retired CHP automotive technician,...
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City council candidate takes issue with how campaign was run
LOS BANOS – With Mitzy Perez being sworn in on Oct. 1, the Los Banos city council reached full...
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Grand Jury: Los Banos lacked transparency in how it spent nearly $10M in federal funds
The city of Los Banos was singled out by the Merced County Civil Grand Jury for its lack of...
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LatestProtect & Prevent: Stay safe while buying and selling online
Whether you’re offloading a vintage dresser or hunting for a deal on a used bike, online marketplaces have made local buying and selling easier than ever. But convenience shouldn’t come at the cost of safety. Here’s...
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Los Banos Fire Department gains new brush fire vehicle
The Los Banos Fire Department has added another vehicle to its fleet in an effort to more...
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LatestMerced College students balance jobs and education
At Merced College, many students are doing more than attending classes. They’re also working long hours to pay for rent, food, gas and school supplies. Balancing work and school has become a reality for those who must cover...
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LatestMerced College students balance jobs and education
At Merced College, many students are doing more than attending classes. They’re also working long hours to pay for rent, food, gas and school supplies. Balancing work and school has become a reality for those who must cover...
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Tigers frosh win 6th straight game
On Oct. 2, the Los Banos Tigers freshman football team (6–0 overall and 1–0 in the Central...
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FIREWORKS LOTTERY
The nine non-profit organizations chosen for the nine booths include: Los Banos Chamber of...
Tigers frosh win 6th straight game
On Oct. 2, the Los Banos Tigers freshman football team (6–0 overall and 1–0 in the Central...
FIREWORKS LOTTERY
The nine non-profit organizations chosen for the nine booths include: Los Banos Chamber of...
Merced College students balance jobs and education
At Merced College, many students are doing more than attending classes. They’re also working long hours to pay for rent, food, gas and school supplies. Balancing work and school has become a reality for those who must cover...
City council candidate takes issue with how campaign was run
LOS BANOS – With Mitzy Perez being sworn in on Oct. 1, the Los Banos city council reached full...
Protect & Prevent: Stay safe while buying and selling online
Whether you’re offloading a vintage dresser or hunting for a deal on a used bike, online marketplaces have made local buying and selling easier than ever. But convenience shouldn’t come at the cost of safety. Here’s...
Remembering CHP automotive technician Larry Hernandez
Lawrence “Larry” Hernandez, longtime Los Banos resident and retired CHP automotive technician,...