OAKHURST – They’ve been the subject of at least one sonnet, and the gift to kings. Yet, common questions about the creature include, “where’s the saddle,” and “how much does it poop,” along with “do you use a shovel?” Throughout her time loving and owning Irish Wolfhounds, Gail Hawksworth has heard it all, and has continued to help people separate ...

NORTH FORK – At 1:15 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15, firefighters were called out to the Pizza Factory in North Fork for reports of a structure fire. The report came after power went out in the Pizza Factory, and owner Greg Kissee went downstairs to investigate. He discovered smoke billowing out of the room where the electrical breakers are located ...

OAKHURST – The 19th Annual Mountain Heritage Days Parade steps off at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19, and now is the time to register your entry. “Please join us in celebrating your business, service organization, sports teams, scout group or your family and pets in this fun and entertaining community event,” say organizers. “Market your business, show your community ...

COUNTY – With summer temperatures hitting three digits, it’s a good time to remember that the County of Madera has established the following locations as Cooling Centers during times of extreme summer heat. Be sure to call ahead for confirmation on availability. The Centers will be open the days and times of the week as indicated on the list below. ...

By Virginia Eaton — Playing golf in the summer has some special perks. When you hit the ball on a fairway hardened from the heat it rolls a long, long way. Sometimes it evens rolls in the right direction, which makes me want to do the happy dance. Long roll aside, temperatures in the mid-90s also make the muscles and ...

BOB BOOMER – Sierra Art Trails 2015 Catalog # 81 Coming from a long line of woodworkers and fine cabinetmakers, Bob Boomer’s own love of working in wood sprouted at a young age. He recalls carving figures in this medium as early as age twelve. Boomer went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Industrial Technology, with a ...

MADERA – The gardening public is invited to come and learn from Master Gardener Karen Petryna about ways to slowly convert your yard to more drought-tolerant landscaping, as she presents a Native and Drought-Tolerant Plant Workshop sponsored by Madera Master Gardeners. Native and drought-tolerant plants can reduce your use of water, pesticides, and fertilizer which will save you time and ...

YOSEMITE – Two minors were killed early this morning in a tragic accident in Yosemite National Park. At approximately 5 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 14, a limb from an oak tree fell in Upper Pines Campground in Yosemite Valley, striking a tent in which two minors were sleeping. Park Rangers responded to the campground to provide medical assistance, yet both minors ...

YOSEMITE – Officials at Yosemite National Park announced today that another popular campground will close temporarily starting Monday, Aug. 17, in order to combat evidence of plague found in dead animals. Plague is an infectious bacterial disease that is carried by squirrels, chipmunks and other wild rodents and their fleas. When an infected rodent becomes sick and dies, its fleas ...

OAKHURST – Just after 4 p.m. today crews were called out to reports of a vegetation fire on Road 425B near Green Acres Drive in Oakhurst, about one-quarter mile off of Highway 41 near the top of Deadwood. Cal Fire Battalion Chief Chris Christopherson spotted the smoke from Oakhurst and called the Command Center to report it. Sierra National Forest ...