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Time to Hit the Ice Skating Rinks and Take a Spin!

BASS LAKE — The Pines Resort at beautiful Bass Lake recently debuted the Bass Lake Rink, a Glice skating rink to add even more winter fun in the area! What is Glice, you may ask? It is an artificial ice surface which makes skating accessible even on days when the temperature is warmer. At Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite take a spin ...

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What to Expect When Traveling to Yosemite’s Horsetail Fall

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YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK — The sight of a ribbon of “fire” off a cliffside is something you would imagine seeing in a Lord of the Rings film. And as such, the “legend” of the annual formation of the Horsetail Fall as Yosemite’s natural Firefall has become a global phenomenon. With that being said, here’s the scoop on Horsetail Fall.   For ...

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Mariposa County Seeks Information on Storm Damage

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MARIPOSA COUNTY — Mariposa County Office of Emergency Services is seeking information to provide to state and federal partners, in hopes of obtaining financial support for the County and individual residents, following the recent weather event. If you experienced damage due to the 2022/2023 Atmospheric Weather Event (winter storms beginning December 27th, 2022), please visit https://arcg.is/00qijD0 and answer all questions ...

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Kaiser Permanente Medi-Cal Plans Rated Highest in State

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OAKLAND — Kaiser Permanente Northern California’s Medi-Cal health plan is the highest rated in the state for quality care, according to a December 2022 report from the state’s Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid health care program, which covers a variety of medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources. To promote better health ...

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Madera County Superior Court Launches New Jury Summons

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MADERA COUNTY — The Madera County Superior Court is pleased to announce that effective immediately, Madera County residents will receive a juror summons postcard. The postcard will include QR codes to easily direct jurors to the Court’s online portal where they can receive general information about jury service, update their personal information, request a disqualification or excusal, complete the juror ...

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Two Arrested Following Shooting in North Fork

NORTH FORK — On January 21, 2023, around 8 p.m., the Madera County Sheriff’s Communications Center received a call for service regarding some type of verbal disturbance. While on the line with the reporting party, dispatchers heard what they believed to be the sound of a gun shot. Shortly after, MCSO Deputies arrived at a residence in the 33000 block ...

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Celebration of Life for David L. Evans

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David L. Evans August 22, 1946 – January 17, 2023 Celebrating the wonderful life of David L. Evans (August 22, 1946 – January 17, 2023). Although Dave’s life ended before we were ready, the time that he spent in our lives was filled with Love and laughter. We will be having a graveside service for him at Oakhill Cemetery, 40188 ...

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Celebration of Life for Jonathan Raymond Huston

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Jonathan Raymond Huston December 2, 1963 – January 1, 2023 Jonathan Raymond Huston, aka JonJon, Jonny Pickle, Jonny Cat, was born on Grandma Dort’s birthday, December 2, 1963, the first of 16 grandkids. They were reunited at Heaven’s gate on January 1, 2023. Dad Jon, Uncle Scott, cousin Beau and a couple good cats had a sweet ride waiting to ...

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47 Grave Sites Vandalized

MARIPOSA–On January 15th, 2023,  The Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of possible vandalism at the Mariposa Cemetery. Upon investigation, a total of 47 grave sites were identified as being damaged as well as multiple gravesite decorations such as angels and vases. At this time, the Sheriff’s Office is still evaluating the cost of repairing or replacing the damaged headstones. ...

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Now Playing at Yosemite Cinema: January 20th – 26th

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Movie Times for Friday, January 20th – Thursday, January 26th Yosemite VR shows begin at 11:45 a.m. daily and play every 30 minutes through 7:15 p.m. Remember, you can always check movie times and purchase tickets in advance at Yosemite Cinema or on the Yosemite Cinema App. Missing Rated PG-13 – 1 hour 46 minutes When her mother disappears while on vacation in Colombia ...

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