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Author Archives: Victor A. Patton

Victor Patton is managing editor of The Central Valley Journalism Collaborative.

Posted inMerced County

Highway 99 construction frustrates Merced County drivers. When will it be done?

by Victor A. Patton July 27, 2023October 19, 2023

Posted inMerced

Merced teen found dead in Lake Yosemite amid July 4th celebration

by Victor A. Patton July 5, 2023August 29, 2023

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