CENTRAL VALLEY — Hispanic Heritage Month is here!  This makes for the perfect time to celebrate the rich contributions of Hispanic communities to education, culture, and the economy in the Central Valley.  These communities play a vital role in shaping the region, from healthcare and education to politics and the arts.  Moreover, while there’s much to celebrate, it’s also important ...

the Elections Division MADERA COUNTY–The November 5, 2024, Presidential General Election is quickly approaching and the Madera County Registrar of Voters has scheduled a workshop to help those interested in running for office. “We frequently receive calls from individuals who are interested in running for office,” explained Rebecca Martinez, Madera County’s long-time Registrar of Voters. She continues, “I know that ...

OAKHURST—Local tourism spending in Madera County hit $430 million in 2023. This is according to new economic impact research released today by Visit California. Meanwhile, statewide travel spending fully recovered from the pandemic’s impacts. The annual report measuring the economic impact of tourism showed that travel spending in Madera County supported 4,850 local jobs. Tourism also provided $38 million in local ...

Mother’s Day this year takes place on Sunday, May 12, and the mountain/foothill communities have tons to offer. You don’t even have to wait till Sunday to start celebrating. There’s a whole raft of activities starting on Friday and continuing clear through Sunday evening. Work your way from wineries in Madera up to dinner in Fish Camp. There’s literally something ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES—The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit (MMU) has announced effective at 8 a.m. Wednesday, May 1 all hazard reduction burning in Mariposa and Madera Counties will require a CAL FIRE burn permit. CAL FIRE burn permits will be available online by visiting burnpermit.fire.ca.gov. MADERA COUNTY Madera County Burn Day Information Line: 877-429-2876 MARIPOSA ...

NORTH FORK–Tire amnesty days provide residents with a convenient and cost-free opportunity to dispose of any tires around their households. During this event, the County accepts, and hauls away old tires turned in by residents to recycling centers—additionally, neighborhoods receive educational information on the benefits of proper tire handling. Mark your calendar for the Waste Tire Amnesty Day on May ...

NORTH FORK–The County of Madera is offering a free dump event for Madera County residents at the North Fork Transfer Station on Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This will be for Madera County residents only. Households have a limit of one visit. The flyer below details what is acceptable and what is not.

MADERA COUNTY–The Madera County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is pleased to announce it will be introducing a new messaging service to better communicate with and serve people needing law enforcement or emergency services. MCSO is partnering with Versaterm Public Safety to utilize SPIDR Tech, a digital customer service engagement tool. The tools design is to keep crime victims, reporting parties, and ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES—The end of fire season will be declared, in the CAL FIRE Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit (MMU), on Monday, December 18th at 8 a.m. Burning is allowed, but burn permit requirements vary between counties. Burn permit information in Mariposa County: CAL FIRE burn permits are not required in Mariposa County until May 1st. Residents must contact the Mariposa County burn day ...

MADERA, October 19, 2023 – The vibrant agricultural spirit of Madera is once again in the spotlight as we gear up for the 12th Annual Madera Pomegranate, Fruit & Nut Festival. Mark your calendars for this family-friendly extravaganza, scheduled for Saturday, November 4, from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at the Madera District Fairgrounds. The best part? Admission and parking ...