OAKHURST — Every Saturday evening this summer, come and enjoy live music by the river at Queen’s Inn by the River! This Saturday, Square One will be bringing their own unique mixture of rock, blues, R & B, and jazz to Oakhurst. It’s going to be a great time so we’ll see you there! Date & Time: Saturday, May 13, ...

MARIPOSA — A message from the Mariposa Community Foundation (MCS): The survivor victims of the Oak Fire continue to walk the long road to recovery. For many people, the start of that recovery includes acquiring access to basic necessities, including electricity to their wells for water, temporary housing for shelter, and the physical placement of water tanks. The Mariposa Community ...

MARIPOSA–The Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that officers responded to a call for suspicious circumstances that quickly turned into a critical incident at the Creekside Terrace Apartments on Sunday, May 7th, 2023, during the midnight hour. Upon arrival at the location, deputies found an adult victim who had been stabbed. The victim had one deep puncture wound to his ...

OAKHURST—The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is reporting a traffic collision has occurred at the junction of Highways 49 and 41 in Oakhurst. A single motorcycle is involved with an ambulance enroute. Initial reports indicated two lanes of traffic were blocked, however an update indicates one lane is open. Please avoid the area if possible. We will update this article when ...

BASS LAKE—The Madera County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is reporting that on Saturday, May 6th, 2023, shortly before 4pm, the MCSO Communications Center received an emergency call regarding a gunshot wound victim at a location in the area of Road 222 and Road 274 in Bass Lake. It was reported an adult male had been shot and was actively bleeding. Deputies responded ...

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–John Reynolds, Yosemite’s beloved Postmaster, has retired after 40+ years of service. John has been an integral part of the Yosemite community, and his retirement is a milestone that will be felt by many. As a tribute to his dedicated service, a retirement celebration will be held in his honor at the Clark Community Hall in El Portal, ...

MADERA — Are you ready for the Central Valley’s newest SPRING Half Marathon events and newly added bike events! Run or bike through picturesque trees and meadows on rolling groomed trails as you view beautiful vistas just minutes north of Fresno’s River Park Shopping Center at Highway 41 just past Avenue 14. The Tesoro Viejo Classic Half Marathon will take you ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Madera, Mendocino and Mono counties were added to the major disaster declaration for California’s severe storms and flooding that began on February 21, 2023.  They join the counties previously designated for Individual Assistance: Kern, Mariposa, Monterey, San Benito, San Bernardino, Santa Cruz, Tulare and Tuolumne. In addition, Amador, Butte, Del Norte, Glenn, Inyo, Madera, Modoc, San Francisco, and Santa Cruz counties are now eligible for FEMA’s Public ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Great news for art lovers! With everything from art classes with the Yosemite Conservancy to an art retrospective featuring Bonnie Bisbee to art demonstrations with renowned local artists, there’s something for everyone! Check out what’s going on! Art Classes with the Yosemite Conservancy Starts: May 01, 2023 Occurs: Every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday until ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — It’s that time of year again. Time to show our moms just how much we appreciate all she’s done for us! This year, take her out to delicious buffet, brunch, or dinner. There are still plenty of options left, but don’t wait. Make your reservations today!   Mother’s Day Brunch At Ducey’s Date & Time: Sunday, May ...