MADERA — The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) is pleased to announce that Valley Children’s Healthcare has earned the 2021 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired recognition. Valley Children’s is a certified level 8, showing top scores in technology infrastructure, security and data management – all of which help improve patient safety and outcomes. “Valley Children’s is committed to ...

If you’re looking for a dinner or lunch combination that is wholesome, filling and, of course, easy, you’re not alone. Meal prepping is a popular trend for many people (and families) who are working on healthy eating habits but are constantly on the go. No matter if you’re searching for a healthy family dinner, a quick lunch at home or ...

O’NEALS – Native American culture will flourish this weekend at the Minarets High School, as the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians kicks off its 2021 Pow Wow in a celebration of song and dance with the theme “Healing.” Presented by Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino, the Tribe’s largest cultural event of the year takes place Oct. 8-10 and will feature a remarkable ...

Coarsegold – On October 4, 2021 shortly after 10am, the Madera County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center received an emergency call for service reporting a shooting at a residence in the 35000 block of Douglas Trail in Coarsegold. Dispatch spoke with a man who indicated he had shot another man at the location in self defense. Deputies responded to the scene ...

Mountain Communities   — This Fire Prevention Week (October 3-9), the Red Cross Central Valley Chapter urges you to test your smoke alarms before the threat of home fires increases with cold weather. The Red Cross responds to 27% more home fires in November-March than in warmer months. According to the National Fire Protection Association — which is sponsoring Fire Prevention Week with the ...

MARIPOSA — John C. Fremont Hospital turned 70 years old on September 30, but due to COVID-19, celebrations are on hold. John C. Fremont Hospital has been serving the Mariposa community (Mariposa County, parts of Madera County [Ahwahnee, Nippinawassee, & Oakhurst], Yosemite National Park, Fish Camp, Coulterville, Greeley Hill and Lake Don Pedro) with healthcare services since 1951. An article ...

Mountain Communities – Smoke infiltration from the Windy and KNP Complex fires in Tulare County combined with high pressure and poor dispersion have prompted air quality officials in the San Joaquin Valley to issue an Air Quality Alert. Smoke is expected to continue to impact the San Joaquin Valley through Monday, October 4, when a low-pressure system moving over the ...

Spice up your favorite taco dishes by making walnuts the star ingredient. Nutty and full of flavor, “walnut meat” turns taco recipes into plant-forward options. Try these Walnut-Stuffed Korean Street Tacos and Walnut “Chorizo” Tacos for a tasty and nutritious meal, loaded with all the goodness of walnuts. Walnut “Chorizo” Tacos Total time: 40 minutes Servings: 2 Pickled Vegetables 1/2 ...

Mariposa – The Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the death of the Gerrish / Chung family. Detectives are working closely with toxicologist, environmental specialist, the FBI and other specialists. “We respect and understand the need for information and details regarding this case. Our current priorities remain supporting and informing the Gerrish / Chung family during this tragic time. ...

CASCADEL WOODS — The new slate of directors for Cascadel Mutual Water Company [CMWC] was announced at the September 25 board meeting. The 2021–2022 board of directors includes longtime board members and one new director: • Stan Eggink, President • Ed Rose, Vice President • Steve Johansen, Treasurer • Ken Trapp, Secretary • Michael Delaney, Director of Communications The board ...