For 150 years, the Merced County Courthouse has stood as a symbol of the residents of Merced. On Monday, its significance was recognized during a rededication ceremony.

Merced County is hiring full-time government employees to work in roads, health, accounting and public services with top salaries and benefits. See requirements.

All county parks except Courthouse Park also have playgrounds What times are the parks open? City parks are open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. from March to October and 6 a.m.-7 p.m. from November to February.