COARSEGOLD — A house that was spared from the flames yesterday afternoon burned to the ground in the early morning hours. A home on the northwest corner of Highway 41 and Black Oak Road was saved by firefighters yesterday when a fire that destroyed two outbuildings was stopped before it could damage the home. But this morning just after 3:30 ...

MOUNTAIN AREA — Temperatures are climbing once again this summer season. How will you stay cool? The Mariposa County Health Department recommends avoiding strenuous activity during the heat of the day, staying in a cool environment like an air conditioned home or business, relaxing in the shade while drinking plenty of water, or visiting the community pool facility. Outdoor activities ...

COARSEGOLD — Just after 4:30 p.m. today, two Madera County Sheriff’s deputies were headed up the hill from Madera when a motorcyclist began waving at them and pointing to a house at the corner of Highway 41 and Black Oak Road. As they pulled into the driveway, they saw smoke rising from behind the residence. They immediately contacted the three occupants ...

COARSEGOLD — Firefighters are on scene of a vegetation fire reported along Highway 41 near Black Oak Road just north of Road 417. Just after 4:30 p.m., crews were called out to reports of a fire burning in vegetation. The first engine on scene reported the fire at less than one acre with one structure partially involved and several outbuildings threatened. ...

NORTH FORK — This Saturday the North Fork Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center welcome everyone to another hot time in the ‘ol town as as Hot August Nights Classic Car Show and Street Party takes over downtown. This much-anticipated event will include the hottest classic cars, plus a San Joaquin Antique Flywheelers exhibition, live music, prizes, special guests, a host ...

OAKHURST — The Oakhurst Area CHP invites those students and parents who are entering the world of teenage driving to attend a “Start Smart” presentation at the Oakhurst CHP Area Office. The next Start Smart will take place on Thursday, Sept. 15 from 6 – 8 p.m. The event is offered by CHP Office Kaci Lutz and there is no charge ...

MOUNTAIN AREA — With so much talk about mosquitoes in the news every day, it seems like a good idea to use a proper repellent. It’s not just a matter of inconvenience to swat away a few bugs. Instead, it’s become more of a necessity to use some kind of repellent for the purpose of proactive healthcare. The market is jammed with products ...

Written by Celeste Wheeler — OAKHURST — Bobcats and mountain lions and black bears, oh my! These are just a few of the wild animals prominent in Yosemite National Park and the surrounding foothill communities that Park Ranger Christine Raines will discuss in a workshop scheduled at the Oakhurst Branch Library. The event takes place on Saturday, Aug. 27 from ...

BASS LAKE — Organizers behind the monthly charitable dinner, Helping One Woman (HOW) have announced that the August dinner will benefit Holly Johnson. The event is set for Miller’s Landing on Wedneday, Aug. 17, at 6 p.m. and will feature a special $11 tri-tip dinner just for the occasion. “Holly’s husband of 39 years, Marion Johnson Jr., passed away earlier this summer.” explains her ...

NORTH FORK — Residents on Cascadel Heights Drive are taking their case to the Grand Jury, after what they say have been months of futile efforts to compel the County to enforce zoning regulations and stop allowing Airbnb’s to operate in their mountain neighborhood. Airbnb bills itself as a “trusted community marketplace for people to list, discover, and book unique ...