BASS LAKE — Runners, walkers, and families are invited to lace up for a cause at the 38th Annual Smokey Bear Run/Walk. Hosted by the Mountain Area Runners, this community event supports local wildfire prevention efforts and emergency response programs. Tradition with Purpose The race will take place at Bass Lake on September 20, 2025, at Recreation Point. All vehicle ...

Elaine Christine Fink May 17, 1933 – April 24, 2025 Elaine Christine Fink, age 91, of North Fork, CA passed away on April 24, 2025. A celebration of life will be held on June 20, 2025, 12:00 p.m. at the North Fork Town Hall. Elaine was born in Upland, CA, on May 17, 1933. She moved to North Fork at ...

MADERA COUNTY — Communities across Madera County are invited to saddle up for a fun-filled day at Madera County Animal Services on Saturday, June 7th, during a free adoption event held as part of the statewide California Adopt-A-Pet Day. Free Adoptions & Veterinary Services Running from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 28261 Avenue 14 in Madera, the event promises ...

OAKHURST — The community is invited to come together for the next Helping One Woman (HOW) Oakhurst dinner. This month’s dinner honors Nancy Peters, a mountain area resident since the 1980s. All proceeds go directly to Nancy as she focuses on her treatment and healing. A Lifetime of Giving Back Nancy Peters has dedicated her life to serving others. A ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit (MMU) is reminding the public that in the event of an emergency, dialing 911 — not calling a local fire station — is the safest and most effective action. Calling Stations May Delay Help Local stations serve as important community fixtures, but they don’t dispatch ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control next week on State Route 49 (SR-49) and SR-140 for construction and maintenance operations. Work is scheduled as follows: State Route 49 One-way traffic control from Greenley Hill to Penon Blanco Road for tree work beginning, Monday, June 2, through Friday, June 6, 2025, ...

MARIPOSA — The Mariposa County Arts Council‘s Music on the Green concert series rolls into another weekend of free live music, bringing a blend of local talent and community celebration to downtown Mariposa. Local Metal with JNX To kick off the series, is JNX, on Friday, June 13th. JNX is a homegrown heavy metal band made up of brothers Jonah ...

COARSEGOLD — A tragic head-on collision on Highway 41 near Van Teri Road claimed the lives of two Coarsegold residents on Tuesday afternoon, May 27, 2025. The incident, involving a suspected DUI driver, has left the community in mourning. Driver Loses Control According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the crash happened around 4:00 p.m. when 42-year-old Felipe Angel Ramirez, ...

MADERA COUNTY — CAL FIRE has announced a series of prescribed burns scheduled to begin in early June across Eastern Madera County. The controlled burns aim to reduce wildfire risk, enhance community safety, and lower long-term firefighting costs. Burn Schedule & Locations Highway 41 Corridor (Coarsegold to O’Neals) Dates: June 2nd – 3rd Time: 6:00 p.m. to midnight Area: East side of ...

BASS LAKE — As the summer season kicks off, the Madera County Sheriff’s Office has reintroduced its Bass Lake Boat Patrol Unit. The team aims to ensure the safety and enjoyment of both residents and visitors on the lake. Deputies & Equipment Ready Full-time and reserve deputy sheriffs lead this seasonal initiative after receiving training in boating safety and law ...