Written by Clara Briley — COUNTY — 50 million Americans suffer from autoimmune diseases, according to American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDS), and local statistics on the numbers of people who suffer from these conditions in the Central Valley may be even higher. It’s important for the public to know the signs and symptoms in order to increase awareness of these common ...

OAKHURST — The fine folks of Sierra-Oakhurst Kiwanis invite the community to an open house to learn about the current Kiwanis membership drive. Here’s an opportunity to join a vibrant organization whose mission is clear: Kiwanis serve the children of our community — and sometimes, beyond. Stop by the Yosemite Gateway Restaurant on Tuesday, Jun. 7 from 6 to 7:30 ...

COUNTY — Hundreds of Valley residents showed up for the third annual Madera County ArtsFest on Saturday, May 14.  Madera County Schools Foundation and Madera County Office of Education hosted the free family-friendly event promoting art in Madera County, held at Madera County Office of Education. “We are happy to be able to support art in such a fun way ...

OAKHURST — Organizers behind the Yosemite High School PTA are busy pulling all the necessary elements together for a safe Sober Grad Party for the graduating seniors of YHS Class of 2016. The committee in charge is small but mighty and, even as elements are falling nicely into place, this marks an opportunity for parents and the community to participate ...

OAKHURST — Bibliophiles and those with aspirations, please note that local rare book collector Byron Lewis will share his knowledge this weekend in a free forum designed just for you. Lewis says that determining the price of an old book depends on a variety of aspects including its condition, how many people are seeking it and its subject matter. Here’s ...

NORTH FORK — If you’re looking for something special to do this weekend, here’s an idea. The Sierra Mono Museum invites the community to stop by for an open house meet-and-greet on Saturday, May 28 between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Snacks and refreshments will be served at the free event. Home to a large display of ...

NORTH FORK — When Tahsha Goldberg and her family lost their home to a fire on Friday, friends do what friends do — they set up a GoFundMe page to help the family through this tough time. The family lost everything they own when their mobile home caught fire just after 10 p.m. last night, and burned to the ground. ...

OAKHURST — Negotiations between a small, local school district and its teachers union have led to impasse between the two groups, and mediation will take place next week. While the Bass Lake Joint Union School District (BLSD)  and the Bass Lake Teachers Association (BLTA) have agreed on many points as they negotiate their current contract, there are two major issues yet to be worked ...

COARSEGOLD — Stepping onto the runway for a very special cause, local volunteers and special guests will model best practices in fashion at a special event coming up soon. Ladies of the Lake women’s club in Yosemite Lakes Park invites the community to a fashion show for charity on Saturday, June 11 at the Yosemite Lakes Park Clubhouse. “Fashions from Barbara’s on ...

Written by Lizz Wiles — O’NEALS — Minarets Varsity Baseball hosted a home playoff game against Coalinga on Tuesday, May 17. Mustangs won with a gapped difference, the score being six to one in favor. Player Riley Hillerman pitched the entire game, leading the team to a landslide win. “I’m glad we had a successful season and an awesome game,” ...