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Merced County’s top stories this week. Here’s what to know

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Best of Merced County

From a beloved burger joint’s poll victory to a wildfire near San Luis Reservoir, Merced County saw plenty of news over the past week. Federal funding, holiday weather and a housing partnership also made headlines.

Here are key takeaways:

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