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About Chowchilla
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Chowchilla History
The colorful past of what would become Chowchilla and Madera County began in the spring of 1844 when John Fremont and his party made their way across the region.
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Interesting Facts About Chowchilla
Discover interesting facts about Chowchilla.
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1976 Bus Kidnapping
On July 15, 1976, a busload of children aged 5 to 14, and their school bus driver, Ed Ray (then 55), were abducted on a country road in Madera County about 4 p.m. on their way back from a swim outing at the fairgrounds. It was a crime that transfixed the nation and affected many people in our quiet farming community.
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Edward Ray - A Local Hero
Thursday, July 15, 1976 plunged the Chowchilla area communities into darkness, but also into the national new spotlight when a school bus with 26 children ages 5 to 14 years along with the bus driver had disappeared. Nearly 30 hours later, on July 17, Dairyland and Chowchilla rejoiced in the BEST day ever when the 26 children and their bus driver walked up to a night watchman at a rock quarry in Livermore, California, 100 miles away, all safe and secure.
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Chowchilla Western Stampede Cattle Drive
The annual spring Chowchilla Western Stampede Cattle Drive down the main street of Robertson Boulevard in Chowchilla, California first began on Friday, March 28, 1958.
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Chowchilla History
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Chowchilla Fairgrounds
Visit the Chowchilla Fairgrounds website for information about the annual spring fair and other events throughout the year.
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Beautify Chowchilla
Volunteers gathering to complete projects around the city to beautify Chowchilla.
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Online Community Services
View various online services regarding the work of the City.
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Community News
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Online Bill Payment FAQs
View frequently asked questions regarding how to pay available bills to be paid online.
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Report a Concern
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Community News
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Parks & Facilities
Check out area parks, facilities, and a list of their amenities.
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Community Events
Access calendars to view upcoming events.
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Summer Series of Events
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Centennial Celebration
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City Maps
View location details for major points and locations in Chowchilla.
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FAQs
Discover the answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding the services and departments of Chowchilla.
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Press and Media Release