COARSEGOLD—There’s a new kid coming to town in Coarsegold Historic Village. Owner Rose Morgan has scheduled the grand opening of Rooted The Farmers Market Collective for Friday, March 1, 2024. This fulfills a dream she says she’s had for many years. She’s always wished for a local collective of farmers and crafters who provide traditionally-created foods and products in a ...

Ethel Saenz, age 89, of Visalia, California, entered into rest on Thursday, July 13, 2023. Ethel was born in Madera, California, to her loving parents Ralph and Mabel Lewis. Ethel was a proud mother and was incredibly passionate about caring for her family and others. She shared with her family her love of cooking and enjoyed the tranquility that the ...

CLOVIS — We are extremely excited to announce that Jane Allen joined the Forest Leadership Team of the Sierra National Forest (SNF) on February 13, 2023, as the new Tribal Relations Specialist. Ms. Allen comes to the SNF with an abundance of professional experience. Over the last 35 years, Ms. Allen has worked as an archeologist in several National Park ...

AHWAHNEE — Join Helping One Woman Oakhurst for their first dinner of 2023 when they will posthumously honor their January recipient, Barbara Ramos. Barbara is lovingly sponsored by Monica Franklin. ♥ This month’s Helping One Woman (HOW) recipient is Barbara Ramos and her HOW dinner will be Wednesday, January 18th at 6 p.m. at The Hitchin’ Post in Ahwahnee. See map below. ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Due to recent changes in COVID-19 risk ratings for Fresno, Kern and Tulare Counties, the U. S. Forest Service has decided to transition the public meetings that were planned for July 12 in Bakersfield, and July 13 in Clovis, to virtual events. The purpose of these meetings is still to provide information about the availability of revised ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — The Sierra National Forest has announced that road work will begin on Monday, July 11. Construction is anticipated to be complete by the end of July. The work consists of patching potholes, improving turnouts, and restoring drainage functions on Kaiser Pass Road (see map below) and Florence Lake Road. Short delays are expected, and the public is ...

MOUNTAIN AREA — Nearly 50 percent of cancer patients in Madera and Mariposa counties need assistance with transportation to and from their cancer treatment appointments at cCARE Cancer Center in Fresno. Now, a grant from the American Cancer Society will help fill this gap and give cancer patients locally a fighting chance to access the care they need to beat the disease. ...

CLOVIS — If you missed their local concert earlier this summer, or if you loved it so much you want to hear more, now is your chance to spend some time listening to the beautiful sounds of Sierra Foothill Musicians. On Sunday, Aug. 26, the Sierra Foothill Musicians will perform chamber music at 3 p.m. at the Memorial United Methodist ...

COARSEGOLD — Anna Maria College announced that longtime area resident Bret D. Black successfully completed required courses and has received his Master of Public Administration degree. Black is a Battalion Chief for the City of Clovis who has lived in Coarsegold for 16 years and is married to Nimai Black. Congratulations are due Black for his hard work and dedication, as the father ...

CLOVIS – Here’s an event scheduled for early spring, and while it’s not being held in the foothills exactly, it’s noteworthy for its noble purpose. The Gilbert Marshall Memorial Team Branding scholarship fundraiser is held to raise money for scholarships awarded to graduating high school seniors in the surrounding mountain area. Participants will want to register for the 5th Annual ...