In adjusting to the constraints of the pandemic, many Americans had to improvise where and how they work out. After months of adapting to a “gym anywhere” mentality and learning to accommodate more flexible workout schedules, this new fitness mindset is inspiring some larger trends for healthier living. “We’ve learned that wellness is not one-size fits all, and that it’s ...

Gathering your team to plan for a truly memorable game day at home starts with almost everyone’s favorite part of the festivities: the food. One superstar of the menu at many homegating parties is salsa, whether it’s used as a finishing touch in recipes or as a standalone snack to enjoy with chips, veggies or other pairings. Chef Anthony Serrano recommends ...

Leonard H. Brown, 86, passed away on December 25th, 2021, after a long illness. Leonard was a long-time resident as well as a dedicated educator committed to his community with a deep love of family. A celebration of his life will be held on January 8th at 2 p.m. at the Wasuma School.

Merlyn Phillip “Papa Jack” Boynton, passed away December 8, 2021, at the age of 86, at home in Coarsegold, California, with his two daughters by his side. Jack had a very fast battle with cancer that took him from us quickly. Jack is preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Barbara; his brothers Paul and Don, and his ...

OAKHURST — It was the day after Christmas 12-26-21, and our area had been receiving some much-needed snow. Families were very excited for the chance to play in the snow together, even though officials had been recommending against travel into the Sierra Nevada Mountains for the week leading up to Christmas, as we reported here. I had spent the day ...

George Blake of Oakhurst, CA, was called home to our Lord on Sunday, December 19, 2021. He was born on June 23, 1950, to George and Jacqueline Blake in Whittier, CA. George married the love of his life, Cheryl Winski, on August 20, 1977. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Blake; and son, Steven Blake of Oakhurst, CA; his ...

MADERA COUNTY — The Madera County Fire Department is the recipient of a $70,000 grant to purchase new extrication equipment referred to as “the jaws of life.” The grant funding was provided through the California Office of Traffic Safety and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Madera County Fire Department Assistant Chief Matthew Watson stated that “This new equipment will ...

OAKHURST–We’ve made it through Christmas with an abundance of wet stuff; now onward to the new year. Below are events taking place the last week of 2021 and the first couple of days of 2022. Whatever you do, take care. Drive with caution, carry chains and check weather forecasts and road conditions. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28 Tuesday Morning & Evening Yoga ...

If you’ve wanted to watch your county government in action or perhaps speak your mind on an issue that concerns you but aren’t able to travel to Madera to do it, here’s your chance, Mountain Folk. The Board of Supervisors will meet in Oakhurst on Tuesday, January 4, beginning at 2 pm for the closed session and 3 pm for ...

NORTH FORK — Recently, Chel Stith accepted a beautiful painting which she won in a drawing at the North Fork Christmas Bazaar on Dec. 12, 2021. The painting of the Ross Cabin located on the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, Sierra National Forest, was painted by Mary Beth Harrison, and given to the North Fork History Group to raise funds for ...