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Round-the-Clock Traffic Control on State Route 140

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MARIPOSA COUNTY— The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) continues to make progress in clearing a rockslide that occurred on Sunday, January 15, 2023, temporarily closing State Route 140 near Briceburg in Mariposa County. One-way traffic control currently is in place 24 hours a day through the area. There is no limit to vehicle type. Motorists are advised to expect delays. ...

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Mariposa Named Finalist for USA Today 10Best

MARIPOSA–The charming town of Mariposa, Ca. is in the national spotlight again for a cultural scene that residents and returning visitors alike know is among the best in the United States. On Monday, January 23, Mariposa was named as one of 20 finalists for the 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award in the category of Best Small-Town Cultural ...

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Chukchansi Gold Awards Team Members With $7M In Bonuses

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COARSEGOLD—Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino is saying thank you to its Team Members with an investment of nearly $7 million via bonuses, gas cards and grocery cards. A total of $6,874,730 was awarded to Chukchansi Gold’s 1,250 full-and part-time employees in celebration of their commitment to extraordinary service throughout 2022. Best Local Casino Chukchansi Gold’s team members are at the core ...

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CHP Will Escort Motorists Through Slide Area On Jan. 23

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY – One-way Traffic Control is Targeted to Begin on Jan. 24 MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) continues to make progress in clearing a rockslide that occurred on Sunday, January 15, 2023, temporarily closing State Route 140 near Briceburg in Mariposa County. Route 140 is currently closed in both directions from the Bug Hostel (Midpines) ...

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Crews To Begin Hauling Material Off State Route 140

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY – One-way Traffic Control is Targeted to Begin Middle of Next Week MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) continues to make progress in clearing a rockslide that occurred on Sunday, January 15, 2023, temporarily closing State Route 140 near Briceburg in Mariposa County. Clean-up on the slide is ahead of schedule, with plans to begin ...

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Chukchansi Gold Donates For Storm-Related Relief Efforts

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CHUKCHANSI GOLD DONATES TO AMERICAN RED CROSS AND CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ANIMAL DISASTER TEAM FOR STORM-RELATED RELIEF EFFORTS  COARSEGOLD, CA –  As storm-related emergencies continue to impact the state, Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino is providing financial support to the American Red Cross of the Central Valley and the Central California Animal Disaster Team (CCADT) with a $10,000 donation shared between the ...

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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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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: One-Way Traffic Control In Mariposa County

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: One-Way Traffic Control on State Routes 49, 132, and 140. Route 140 is Temporarily Closed Near Briceburg Due to Rockslide MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is scheduled to conduct the following work next week in Mariposa County: Route 49 • One-way traffic control from Mt. Ophir Road to Bear Valley Point for utility work ...

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Man Accused Of Abuse, Illegal Captivity Found In Fish Camp

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FRESNO — Domestic Violence detectives with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 52-year-old Jonathan Riester of Cayucas, CA. His bail is set at $35,000. On December 18th, a woman flagged down a motorist for help along Hwy. 168 near Shaver Lake. The woman explained to the driver she was in danger and wished to be taken to a safe ...

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Hwy 140 Remains Closed Due To Rockslides

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: State Route 140 Remains Closed Near Briceburg Due to Rockslide MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has temporarily closed State Route 140 near Briceburg in Mariposa County due to a large rockslide that made the roadway impassable on Sunday, January 15, 2023. Caltrans has initiated an Emergency Director’s Order ...

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