MIDPINES–A vegetation fire has been reported in Midpines, in Mariposa County, near Carstens Road and Highway 140. Ground crews and fire-fighting aircraft are responding. This is the Oak Fire. We will update this article as more information is available. Original reports included that the fire in approximately 1/2 acre with creeping and smoldering behavior and a moderate rate of spread. ...
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Recipe of the Week: Sweet Potato & Purple Cabbage Salad
FOOD & DRINK — The fresh flavor of favorite foods pulled hot off the grill makes summer cookouts a treasured pastime for families across the country. This year, you can make new memories at those backyard barbecues by keeping in mind that grilling isn’t only about charred burgers and steaks – delicious, grilled vegetables can be just as enjoyable. Nutritious ...
Read More »Firewise Workday Turns Into True Test Of Brains And Courage
BASS LAKE — As the heart of fire season ensues, and rural California is once again faced with the continued consequences of increasingly high record-breaking temperatures, seasonal droughts, and poorly managed forests, our local community is reminded of the importance of maintaining a Firewise and fire-safe environment in the home, neighborhood, and general community. Though this may often present difficulty, ...
Read More »Woman Drives Off Highway 49 Into Ravine
MARIPOSA COUNTY–A woman drove off an embankment on Highway 49 in Mariposa County at approximately 2:00 am on Thursday morning, 7.21.2022. The accident occurred in a remote area between Mariposa and Coulterville on the Bagby Grade. A small group was doing research in a creek that runs into the Merced River near Bagby and while walking up the dry creek ...
Read More »Washburn Fire Update with Tentative Reopening for South Entrance to Yosemite
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–The Washburn Fire has been burning since July 7th, 2022, in Yosemite National Park (YNP) near the Mariposa Grove. The fire is currently 4,856 acres and 58% contained. There is 1330 total personnel on the fire. Wawona Road (continuation of Highway 41 into Yosemite) between the South Entrance and Yosemite Valley will tentatively reopen to visitors on Saturday, July ...
Read More »New Job Announcements From the Sierra Nevada Alliance
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — The Sierra Nevada Alliance is a hub for the stewardship of the Sierra Nevada, which they achieve by empowering and collaborating with their partners. The following are recently posted job announcements from their network. If you would like to post a job to the Sierra Nevada Alliance, please e-mail them at info@sierranevadaalliance.org. Community Engagement Manager – Sierra ...
Read More »Danny Silva Installed as New Bass Lake Postmaster
BASS LAKE — Danny Silva was installed as Postmaster of Bass Lake, CA, on Wednesday, July 6, in a special ceremony. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy administered the oath of office to Silva, alongside 49 other Postmasters throughout California. “It is a great honor to serve Bass Lake as your new Postmaster. In my years with the United States Postal Service, ...
Read More »Road Hazards Abatement Stewardship Project Beginning Soon
BASS LAKE — Work on the Madera County Roads Hazard Abatement Stewardship Project is set to begin in mid-July. Work will occur throughout the rest of 2022 as weather and conditions allow. There will be hand crews and mechanical teams working on roads near Bass Lake. Teams will begin with work on Road 420 between Road 223 and the private ...
Read More »Evacuation Shelter Opens For Agua Fire
MARIPOSA— The Red Cross of the Central Valley is opening an evacuation shelter at New Life Christian Fellowship (5089 Cole Road, Mariposa, CA 95338) for evacuees affected by the Agua Fire in Mariposa. Agua Fire Information: Click link for Details https://evb.gg/n#f3llllrrmq6 Evacuation Order: All of Agua Fria Rd and Gold Leaf Rd Fire Advisement Area: ( This is not an evacuation order, it ...
Read More »Fire Alert Vehicle Fire into Vegetation Hwy 140 and Yaqui Gulch Rd
MARIPOSA– A vehicle fire has spread into the vegetation on Highway 140 and Agua Fria Road near Mariposa. The fire is approximately 10 to 15 acres. Yaqui Gulch Road is currently closed. Ground and air crews are on the scene. Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office is in the area as well. This is the Agua Fire. Helpful Links are at the ...
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