There is something magical about the number 99. | Full Story

Despite his Irish name, "John McCarthy" was not from the Emerald Isle. He was Chinese, he lived in Los Baños in the early part of the 20th century, and he is an interesting story indeed. | Full Story

Schools in Merced County and the more than 55,000 students who attend them will be hurt again during the next school year by budget proposals designed to further delay long-term solutions to the state budget crisis. | Full Story

Next Sunday when Kate Winslet gets up on that big stage to hand out the award for Best Lead Actor she will without a doubt announce Jeremy Renner for, oops, I mean announce Jeff Bridges for his performance of an aged country singer in "Crazy Heart." It's the kind of Oscar win that the Academy loves. An old school actor, been nominated four times before, an award could revitalize an already distinct career. Oscar predictions practically write themselves. | Full Story

We have always supported a balanced approach to dividing up California's limited water supply -- one that that recognizes the needs of protecting the environment, providing drinking water to urban residents and giving farmers a fair share of this crucial resource. | Full Story

Arbor Day is next week, and this year Los Baños has at least two particularly good reasons to celebrate. | Full Story

I am a third generation farmer with land in the Westlands Water District. I was at a water meeting in Los Baños on Jan. 14. | Full Story

Good evening ladies and gentlemen. Once again I am graced with presenting the State of the City to you, our community members. But before I start I'd like to introduce and thank our current council; Joe Sousa, Mayor Pro Tem; Councilman Mike Villalta; Councilman Tom Faria; and Councilwoman Elizabeth Stone. I would also like to personally thank all of our city staff for this past year's efforts on your behalf. | Full Story