Stanley Gerome Whitson   August 28, 1928 to December 21, 2023 We lovingly remember Stanley Gerome Whitson, a beacon of joy and community spirit at Bass Lake, California. Born on August 28, 1928, in Bakersfield, Stanley’s journey led him to the tranquil beauty of Bass Lake following a distinguished career as an electrician. Stanley has been a part of the ...

BASS LAKE–The Mountain Area Runners would like to invite all runners and walkers to join in the celebration of the 36th Smokey Bear Run / Walk. The event will be held at beautiful Bass Lake, California, on Saturday, September 23. This year’s proceeds will benefit CAL FIRE and the United States Forest Service (USFS) Fire Prevention Programs, and Madera County ...

OAKHURST — Since its inception, the Welcoming Committee has grown from seven to ten members, and in 2021 they began educating visitors on how to Recreate Responsibly in the outdoors and protect the home of local wildlife. The wild cast of characters have appeared in YouTube videos, in a printable activity kit, at select local restaurants on coloring placemats, around ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Get out your dancing shoes because it’s time to party! There’s live music (and lots of great food and drink) happening all over the mountain this weekend! Just take a look at what’s coming up on the musical horizon! Axis Grounded Music Series Gather outside on the patio in Town Center at AXIS Coffee Bar + Eatery to ...

Kathlene Sue Weber January 17, 1949 – July 1, 2023 Kathlene Sue (Popert) Weber of Coarsegold, CA, age 74, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023, in Fresno, CA. Kathy was born January 17, 1949, in Romulus, Michigan, to Edwin Ernest Popert, Jr. and Vera Elizabeth (Rinke) Popert. The family moved to California in the early 1950s along with her siblings ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Will you be celebrating our nation’s independence over the 4th of July holiday weekend with a visit to the Sierra National Forest (SNF)? Activities such as camping, backpacking, fishing, picnicking and so many more in the great outdoors, are available for you in the SNF! Due to tremendous efforts by Forest Service, contractor, and volunteer personnel and ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Get out your dancing shoes cause it’s time to party! There’s live music (and lots of great food and drink) happening all over the mountain this weekend! Just take a look at what’s coming up on the musical horizon! Dinner & Live Music at Bass Lake With Wild Hare Come enjoy a lakefront dinner & music held ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Get out your dancing shoes cause it’s time to party! There’s live music (and lots of great food and drink) happening all over the mountain this weekend! Just take a look at what’s coming up on the musical horizon! Music on the Green Presents The T-Hawks and Scott Patrick On Friday, June 16, 2023, at 7:00 p.m., ...

BASS LAKE — Bring your boat or your float for the the season’s first “Movie on the Water” at Miller’s Landing Resort! The first movie of the season will be “Hook” starring Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman. Movie will start just before dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.). Click here for more information on the Summer events at Miller’s Landing Resort. Date & ...

BASS LAKE — The Oakhurst Chamber of Commerce will present a Women in Business luncheon tomorrow at Ducey’s Bar & Grill to discuss wildfire preparation. This luncheon will feature Ashley Nebeker Burns of the Eastern Madera County Fire Safe Council as guest speaker. Date & Time: Tuesday, June 13, 2023, from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Meal Selections Ducey’s Salad, with ...