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Los Banos Animal Shelter Issues New “Red List” as Community Urged to Help 3 Dogs Find Homes
Residents interested in adopting or helping through rescue organizations are encouraged to contact the Los Banos Animal Shelter or submit…
Refugio Llamas Appointed to Fill Los Banos City Council District 2 Seat
Los Banos, CA (March 2026) — Los Banos, CA (March 2026) — The Los Banos City Council has appointed Refugio…
Los Banos Pickleball Courts Project Moves Into Next Phase at Ag Sports Complex
Los Banos, CA (March 10, 2026) --Construction on the new pickleball courts at the Los Banos Ag Sports Complex continues…
Man Found Dead on Railroad Tracks in Atwater; Investigation Ongoing
Atwater, CA (March 9, 2026) — Authorities are investigating after a man was found dead on railroad tracks in Atwater…
City Hall Seat Up for Grabs: Los Banos Residents Have Until Friday to Claim District 2 Council Spot.
Los Banos, CA (March 5, 2026) -- The City of Los Banos is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on…
Merced County, AMR to Host Community “Meet and Greet” Events Following Ambulance Service Transition
Los Banos, CA (February 19, 2026) -- Merced County and its new ambulance service provider, American Medical Response (AMR), will…
‘You Truly Are a Hometown Hero’: Los Banos Colleagues Remember Nurse John Sams
John Sams, BSN, RN, ER & ICU Nurse Los Banos, CA (February 16, 2026) --There are many registered nurses at…
2025 Dairy Princess from Los Banos to Pass Crown in 2026 Contest
Los Banos, CA (February 9, 2026) — The current District 4 Dairy Princess has local ties as organizers begin accepting…
Lottery Ticket Sold in Los Banos Gives Winner Super Bowl Experience in 49ers Game Day Scratchers Promotion
Los Banos, CA (January 21, 2026) — A trio of California Lottery players turned a simple $10 purchase into seven-figure…