MADERA COUNTY – To save a life would you hike into forbidden wilderness, ascend a mountain peak, crawl into an abandoned mineshaft, trudge through hot sand or plunge into racing white water rapids? Volunteers with the Madera County Sheriff’s Department Search and Rescue team do all that and more in their struggle to provide life-saving services to those in need.

MARIPOSA – Visiting holiday guests may not know that Mariposa is believed to be the smallest town in America with its own symphony orchestra. With this year’s Mariposa Symphony Orchestra (MSO) Festive Holiday Concert held just before Christmas, locals have a great opportunity to show friends and family what we’ve got. The one-night-only concert will be on Saturday, Dec. 21, ...

MOUNTAIN AREA – Someone you love is suffering chest pains and is in need of immediate medical attention. You call 911 and anxiously await the arrival of paramedics. Every single minute counts, and could be the difference between life and death. But how much precious time could be lost if emergency responders can’t find your house? It may seem a ...

MADERA COUNTY – The arrest of two Madera men who reportedly opened fire on a Sheriff’s deputy has led to the discovery of what was described as “an arsenal of stolen weapons,” some of which are linked to a residential burglary in Coarsegold.

Submitted by the North Fork Chamber of Commerce Dear Eastern Madera County Residents and Business Owners, Mountain Area Chambers of Commerce organizations are comprised of volunteers who dedicate their time and expertise to revitalize our economy. We believe the quality of life we enjoy as residents parallels that warm, nurturing feeling families get when they visit Eastern Madera County.

Submitted by the North Fork Chamber of Commerce EASTERN MADERA COUNTY – On Monday, Dec. 2, the North Fork Chamber of Commerce released a letter encouraging residents to ‘Think Local First’ this holiday season and support local business. The letter, which cites data from a recent consumer study, describes how money spent locally helps build sustainable communities, and explains how ...

OAKHURST – The office of the California Highway Patrol in Oakhurst is advertising to fill the position of Office Assistant. If you are an organized individual with good typing skills, this may be your opportunity. This is a full time position available only to persons on a current eligibility list who have already taken an exam through Cal HR for ...

NORTH FORK – The North Fork Scout Troop 357’s annual Christmas Tree Sale will begin on Saturday, Dec. 7. Due to the lateness of Thanksgiving this year, the sale is off to a later start than usual, and everyone is encouraged to come early for best selection. Fresh, locally grown, red fir (silver tip) trees in a variety of sizes ...

OAKHURST – The mother of a man arrested at Wells Fargo on Monday night is speaking out about the incident and what she claims was the harsh treatment of her son. Marie Stagner says she wants to tell her story because “it sounds like we’re the worst people in the whole world. My son is still in shock, he’s black ...

NORTH FORK – It’s time for some festive merry-making in the village of North Fork, as the residents of the exact center of California kick off the holiday season. On Tuesday, Dec. 3, the annual Christmas Tree lighting ritual be will celebrated at 5:30 p.m. at the Crazy Y, brought to you by the North Fork Chamber of Commerce and ...