Sierra National Forest continues with the winter/spring prescribed burning within the Bass Lake Ranger District. CLOVIS — The Sierra National Forest (SNF) will continue prescribed burning within the Bass Lake Ranger District, beginning Monday, March 14, as weather and air quality is optimal to start ignitions. These treatments will consist of understory burning. This includes removing fuels created during tree ...

New federal regulations are headed our way that will affect air travel in Spring 2023.  SACRAMENTO – If you have not yet applied for your REAL ID, be aware that federal requirements for travel will soon go into effect, making this the last spring break you can travel without one! Starting May 2023, you will need to show a REAL ...

Sierra National Forest Seeks Public Input for Off-Highway Vehicle Grant Funding CLOVIS — The Sierra National Forest (SNF) is requesting public input for the California 2022 State Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program application cycle. As part of the grant process, the SNF is requesting public comment on the draft applications submitted to the State. This ...

Daylight Saving Begins, PG&E Customers Can Spring Forward with Safety  SAN FRANCISCO — It’s time to spring forward! Aside from setting your watch and clocks one hour forward and enjoying more daylight, this is the perfect time to make your home and family are safer. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has some simple tips that can help. Carbon Monoxide ...

Daylight Saving Time: Turn your clocks forward and test your smoke alarms CENTRAL VALLEY — Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 13, and the American Red Cross of Central California reminds everyone to TURN your clocks forward one hour and TEST your smoke alarms. Did you know working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home fire ...

When celebrating with family, there is nearly nothing better than passing a light and sweet dessert around the table. Simple to make and easy to eat, this sweet dessert is a crowd favorite. With a fresh kick of lemon zest and crunch of shredded coconut, they are a bite-sized, delicious way to end your meal. They take little to no ...

Take Care of Your DMV Business the Safest and Fastest Way: Online SACRAMENTO – Did you know that most things you need to accomplish at the DMV can be done online? The DMV is encouraging Californians to access its expanded online services portal amid the surge of the omicron variant of COVID-19. In addition to providing more services online, the ...

Traffic Advisory: One-Way Traffic Control – Delays Expected on State Routes 49, 132, and 140 MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform various operations on State Routes 49, 132, and 140 next week in Mariposa County. Route 49 • One-way traffic control from Allred Road to Varain Road for tree work from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 ...

Fire crews are planning on burning in Yosemite Valley beginning Monday, March 14, 2022. YOSEMITE –  As conditions allow, burning operations will be conducted along Northside Drive near Eagle Creek toward Woski Pond. A portion of the Yosemite Valley Loop Trail may need to be closed. Smoke will be visible along the road (including Southside Drive) and there are no ...

Ask the DMV – Renew your car registration and more through the CA DMV’s online services  Did you know that car sales commonly peak between the months of February and April? That means there is an increase in registration renewals during those months. To avoid crowds in the DMV offices online services are a convenient option. From renewing vehicle registration to changing your ...