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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 3-29-25
March 27 9 a.m. — 2 p.m. Veteran Service Representative available to assist veterans at Los Banos Memorial Hall, 615 E St., Los Banos. Questions 209-385-7588 March 28 Noon – Ribbon cutting of Los Banos and Peninsula Clean...
The Library Corner
LatestLibrary Corner 4-2-25
The Library Corner April Programs at the Merced County Library Los Banos Branch April 1: Teen Tuesday 4-5 p.m. April 2: Sensory Play Group 10:30-11:30 a.m. April 2: Conversation Circles 11:30-1 p.m. April 2: Drop-in Digital...
Columnists
LatestColorado Park has good memories and a better future
As a long-time resident of Los Banos, I am pleased to hear about the planned renovation of the Colorado Park complex. In truth, I’m pleased to hear news of any park development, because I believe parks are an important part of a...
Obituaries
LatestTammy Merriman (Orlando)
Tammy Merriman (Orlando), beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away on February 3rd, 2025,...
Government
LatestAssemblymember Soria recognizes local community leader
BY AMY BONILLASSpecial to The Express On March 29 Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria hosted the 2025...
News
PopularTEAM RAISES $182,438
Two Los Banos High School students, Kylie Hurd and Makenna Silveira, were recognized at the...
Opinion
LatestNew Dos Palos reporter, a UC Santa Barbara grad, believes in local journalism
BY MARIANA BENITEZ ARREOLAThe Westside Express Hello, Westside Express readers! My name is Mariana...
Community
LatestCharleston Parent-Teacher Club hosts Nite at Races fundraiser April 11
BY ALI GERMINOContributing Writer Join the Charleston Parent-Teacher Club for our highly...
Business
LatestSay ‘hola’ to Los Banos’ first El Pollo Loco
BY LENA MAGEEThe Westside Express The first Los Banos El Pollo Loco held its ribbon-cutting on April 4. The restaurant, located on the corner of Mercey Springs Road and Pacheco Boulevard, opened on March 1 and has seen steady...
Education
LatestAfter humble beginnings, the Los Banos Campus has thrived
BY JAMES LEONARDMerced College (Editor’s Note: Anticipating the State of the College address on...
Sports
LatestDos Palos boys track continues strong season
As the Dos Palos High boys track program continues its resurgence, could this be the year the...
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Say ‘hola’ to Los Banos’ first El Pollo Loco
BY LENA MAGEEThe Westside Express The first Los Banos El Pollo Loco held its ribbon-cutting on April 4. The restaurant, located on the corner of Mercey Springs Road and Pacheco Boulevard, opened on March 1 and has seen steady...
Dos Palos boys track continues strong season
As the Dos Palos High boys track program continues its resurgence, could this be the year the...
Say ‘hola’ to Los Banos’ first El Pollo Loco
BY LENA MAGEEThe Westside Express The first Los Banos El Pollo Loco held its ribbon-cutting on April 4. The restaurant, located on the corner of Mercey Springs Road and Pacheco Boulevard, opened on March 1 and has seen steady...
After humble beginnings, the Los Banos Campus has thrived
BY JAMES LEONARDMerced College (Editor’s Note: Anticipating the State of the College address on...
Assemblymember Soria recognizes local community leader
BY AMY BONILLASSpecial to The Express On March 29 Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria hosted the 2025...
Four arrested in home invasion and shooting; fifth suspect still at large
Four suspects have been arrested in connection with a violent home invasion and shooting that...
Tammy Merriman (Orlando)
Tammy Merriman (Orlando), beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away on February 3rd, 2025,...