WASHINGTON — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) tomorrow, Oct. 4. The national test will consist of two portions, testing WEA and EAS capabilities. Both tests are scheduled to begin at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET (11:20 ...

OAKHURST — After two seasons of rapid success, the Yosemite High School boys’ cross-country team is anxious to see what they can achieve this year with a full returning team of upperclassmen.  A third Valley championship would be an amazing accomplishment for the team and our community. In 2021, the Badgers won the NSL league meet with an extremely rare ...

Discover Yosemite, Inc. Recognized as Tripadvisor® 2023 Travelers’ Choice® Award Winner  OAKHURST, August 16, 2023 – Discover Yosemite is pleased to announce it has been recognized by Tripadvisor as a 2023 Travelers’ Choice award winner for Tours. The coveted award celebrates businesses that have consistently received great traveler reviews on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months, placing these winners among the top ...

OAKHURST — Since its inception, the Welcoming Committee has grown from seven to ten members, and in 2021 they began educating visitors on how to Recreate Responsibly in the outdoors and protect the home of local wildlife. The wild cast of characters have appeared in YouTube videos, in a printable activity kit, at select local restaurants on coloring placemats, around ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Get out your dancing shoes because it’s time to party! There’s live music (and lots of great food and drink) happening all over the mountain this weekend! Just take a look at what’s coming up on the musical horizon! Axis Grounded Music Series Gather outside on the patio in Town Center at AXIS Coffee Bar + Eatery to ...

Asenath “Cindy” Richards December 4, 1940 – May 21, 2023 Our dear mother, Cindy Richards, sadly passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 21, 2023, at the age of 82. Mom was a matriarch and a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her. She had a beautiful soul and a beautiful smile and was well-loved by ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Calling all community members, moms, dads, and community service personnel! Are you interested in advocating for the youngest children and families? First 5 Madera County has the perfect opportunity for you to make a positive impact. They are currently recruiting for a Commissioner to represent the Chowchilla and Fairmead area and their needs. This is your opportunity ...

MADERA COUNTY — The Madera County Transportation Commission (MCTC) is revitalizing its look to reflect the agency’s transformative evolution to meet the changing needs of the region. Established 51 years ago to provide for the regional coordination of land use, transportation, and infrastructure, MCTC serves as the region’s federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization. “Our new logo reflects a more modern ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Get out your dancing shoes because it’s time to party! There’s live music (and lots of great food and drink) happening all over the mountain this weekend! Just take a look at what’s coming up on the musical horizon! Axis Grounded Music Series Presents Randy Freeman Gather outside on the patio in Town Center at AXIS Coffee Bar ...

Sarah “Sally” Ruth Swiecki  August 6, 1929 – June 19, 2023 With sadness, love and profound gratitude, the family of Sarah “Sally” Ruth Swiecki, age 93, announces her departure at the Oakhurst Board in Care on Wednesday, June 19, 2023. Sally, as known to those closest to her, was born August 6, 1929, in Grosnell, Arkansas, to parents Tom and ...