Merced is a city in Merced County, California, with a population of approximately 86,333.
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Which chains do Merced residents want the most? This grocery store tops the list Merced Sun-Star
CA high school celebrates large number of UC Merced scholarships
CA high school celebrates large number of UC Merced scholarships Merced Sun-Star
Fatal shooting under investigation in Merced
Fatal shooting under investigation in Merced yourcentralvalley.com
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