During last week’s town hall meeting, Merced residents made it clear: Our youth deserve long-term and meaningful investment. Many folks cited a need to support the Youth Council because in many other cities across California, youth councils, when supported and developed properly, provide an array of pathways for young people – like me – to…
Dina Gonzales: Invest in Merced’s youth will pay big dividends
It’s budget time in Merced, which means it’s time to invest in youth. The Merced Youth Council is a smart investment and, thanks to the City Council, it’s already in place. Now the Youth Council needs a bit more support and guidance because it’s investments like these that transform a community. Let’s support our youth…
Sol Rivas: Youth need resources to reach potential in Merced
At a recent town hall meeting to discuss our city’s budget, the Sun-Star reported that Mayor Stan Thurston asked youth leaders and residents to come up “with a wish list for programs” before the council goes into budget season. Well-supported and well-resourced programs will be a great benefit to our youth – and we, concerned…
Day For Kids Merced A Big Success
Highlight More than 600 people were expected to attend event About 80 Merced County residents volunteered their time to help BY ROB PARSONS MERCED – A community frequently criticized for lacking youth activities came together over the weekend for a free event packed with carnival-style games, art projects, food and even some free haircuts. The…
Merced McNamara Park open after yearlong wait
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Highlight Soccer pitches not used for more than a year while crews upgraded park City officials say fields will be used mostly by soccer clubs Hours for splash pad, which uses water, still need to be worked out Children run through the new Splash Pad following a dedication ceremony for the new artificial turf soccer…