MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) issued a long-term full closure of State Route 140 (SR-140) near Briceburg in Mariposa County as the result of a rockslide event. Since then, they have announced they will be re-opening the route for one-lane traffic. Re-Opening State Route 140 Caltrans and Teichert Construction have made good progress in removing the ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control and shoulder closures next week on State Route 140 (SR-140) and State Route 49 (SR-49) for maintenance operations. Work is scheduled as follows: State Route 49 One-way traffic control at Country Road for utility work on Thursday, March 27th, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. – ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has announced an indefinite closure of State Route 140 (SR-140) near Briceburg in Mariposa County following a severe debris slide late Monday night. Incident Details At around 10:00 p.m. on Monday, March 17, 2025, a significant debris slide blocked both lanes of SR-140. Caltrans and the California High Patrol (CHP) acted ...

MADERA COUNTY — Officials from the county have announced plans for a significant upgrade to Highway 41. The project, which starts in 2026, has committed $180 million to expand a congested section of this vital route. Therefore, this project promises to ease the notorious traffic jams that plague daily commuters between Avenue 10 1/2 and Avenue 15. Project Details: Fixing ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control and shoulder closures next week on State Route-140 (SR-140) for maintenance operations. Work is scheduled as follows: State Route-140 Long term one-way traffic control in Briceburg just west of the Ferguson Project for slide removal work beginning Thursday, March 16, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — The National Weather Service in Hanford has issued a Winter Storm Watch effective Tuesday evening through Thursday evening. The storm forecasts potentially severe winter conditions for the Sierra Nevada region. Residents and travelers are advised to prepare for significant snowfall and strong winds affecting travel and safety. Details When: March 9th until March 13th Location: The warning ...

CENTRAL VALLEY — The National Weather Service in Hanford has issued a Winter Storm Warning for a part of Central California. Residents are preparing for a severe winter event with heavy snowfall and gusty winds. Severe Weather Details According to the latest forecasts, the region can expect total snowfall of 6 to 13 inches. The storm is also likely to bring ...

COARSEGOLD — Yosemite Drug, a family-owned pharmacy in Coarsegold, has announced it will shut its doors for good. Thus, marking the end of its service to community since the opening in 2019. The pharmacy has been a crucial healthcare provider in the rural town, offering a wide range of services including vaccinations, COVID-19 testing, and medication compounding. Financial Challenges Prompt ...

FRESNO COUNTY — The Fresno County Department of Public Health (FCDPH) has reported two influenza-related fatalities among seniors for the 2024-2025 flu season, prompting health officials to stress the importance of vaccinations. The deceased, both over the age of 65, represent the first recorded influenza-associated deaths in Fresno County this flu season. Nationwide & Statewide Statistics Nationally, influenza has been ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control and shoulder closures next week on State Route-49 (SR-49) and State Route 140 (SR-140) for maintenance operations. Work is scheduled as follows: STATE ROUTE 49 One-way traffic control from Agua Fria Road to Whitlock Road for utility work on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The ...