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Special Gifts to Make Dad Smile This Father’s Day

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FAMILY & CHILDCARE — Father’s Day brings a special opportunity each year to celebrate the dad in your life, whether it’s spent lighting a grill in the backyard, heading to the golf course or simply relaxing at home. Make his day one to remember by enjoying his favorite activities and giving a gift that’ll put a grin on his face. From ...

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Mariposa Wins Award for Best Small-Town Cultural Scene

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MARIPOSA — The town of Mariposa, CA, has been named as a winner of the award for Best Small-Town Cultural Scene from USA Today 10Best. Mariposa placed second in the voting behind Clayton, New York. To be considered a winner, a nominee just needed to place in the top-10 of a public vote. To view the final results from the ...

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Summer’s Here at the Fresno Flats Historic Village and Park

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The Fresno Flats Gazette – Summer 2022 It’s going to be a great summer! We are gearing up for another incredible summer at Fresno Flats. Check out all that is happening and how you can get involved. Events Pioneer Camp: June 21 – 23 Pioneer Camp is on and it’s going to be better than ever. We’re teaming up again with ...

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California Highway Patrol Seeks 1,000 New Cadets

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SACRAMENTO — The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is currently seeking 1,000 new recruits over the next few years. It’s a very difficult and demanding job. Do you (or someone you know) have what it takes to be a CHP? Here are the facts: The California Highway Patrol (CHP) accepts online applications for officer positions on a continuous basis with the ...

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YGAC Announces Solo Art Show by Mary Beth Harrison

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NORTH FORK — The Yosemite Gateway Art Center presents “Honoring Our Past,” a solo art show featuring 12 original oil paintings by local artist Mary Beth Harrison. Each painting showcases a scene from local history, such as Bass Lake, downtown North Fork, Yosemite National Park, and more. Harrison brings early black and white photos of our area to life in ...

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Recipes of the Week: Summer Shrimp Kebabs & Orzo Salad

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FOOD & DRINK — Bringing your family together for a meal that tastes like summer is what the season is all about. If you’re spending an evening firing up the grill, flipping on the oven, forming a homemade salad or anything in-between, the time spent together enjoying warm weather flavors is what everyone truly craves. Take advantage of its mouthwatering ...

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Traffic Advisory: One-Way Traffic on Routes 41, 49, & 140

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MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has scheduled additional lane closures this week on State Routes 41, 49, and 140. Route 41 • One-way traffic control from Summit Camp to Fishcamp Lane for utility work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, June 20, 2022. Route 49 • One-way traffic control from Mocassin Creek to Bear ...

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COVID-19 & the Continuing Impacts to Court Operations

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MADERA COUNTY — The following is a court order from the Madera County Superior Court, signed by Presiding Judge, Hon. Ernest J. LiCalsi. SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF MADERA FORTY-FIFTH GENERAL ORDER RE: MADERA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT THE CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC & THE CONTINUING IMPACTS TO COURT OPERATIONS In June 2021, this ...

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Banderitas Days Coming to Coulterville Park in July

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COULTERVILLE — A fun new event, celebrating the early days of Coulterville, is taking place the week of July 1st through July 5th! Best of all, it’s FREE!!!! There will be activities taking place from 9:30 a.m. to about 9 p.m. daily, many in the Coulterville Park (see map below) and some around town, particularly a number of movies that ...

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5 Road Ready Tips to Ride Motorcycles Safely and Comfortably

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TRAVEL & RECREATION — Whether you’re new to the open road or a seasoned veteran, remember to follow best practices for safe riding and always considering safety, the environment, and riding etiquette from highways to city streets and everywhere in-between. As a rider, you are part of a global community and a steward of the open road. To keep your ride safe ...

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