With estimates of a 40 percent die-off of Ponderosa Pine this year, and dead and dying trees dotting the landscape in the mountain area, Cal Fire is offering some important assistance for homeowners. The oncoming fire season, which is forecast to be even more volatile than 2014, makes it critical that diseased, dead and dying trees be removed as soon ...

OAKHURST – A local support group for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers has announced a special speaker will present crucial information at their regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Mar. 24. The event is free of charge. The Altzheimer/Demential Support Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Lutheran Church located on Road ...

OAKHURST – Oakhurst Sierra Sunrise Rotary and Branches Books & Gifts have partnered to bring books to schools, promoting learning, literacy and community between the service organization, local business and Wasuma Elementary School. Tim Madden, Oakhurst Sierra Sunrise Rotary President contacted Anne Driscoll of Branches Books & Gifts at the beginning of the 2014-2015 school year to propose a partnership.

OAKHURST – A foursome of talented Yosemite High School students is directing and performing in two one-act plays for the public, with the shows launching as their Senior Projects, and proceeds going to benefit a valley women’s shelter.

OAKHURST – All pregnant moms and all families with children age-5-and-under are invited to a free Community Baby Shower on Saturday, Mar. 21, from 9 a.m. – noon at Sierra Vista Presbyterian Church. The annual event, now in its fourth year, is hosted by Sierra Vista Presbyterian Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS), EV Free MOPS, and Yosemite Lakes Community Church MOPS. ...

OAKHURST – Look Good Feel Better is a free program sponsored by the American Cancer Society for cancer patients who want a little support handling side effects and keeping their spirits up as much as possible. Now, a Look Good Feel Better workshop is coming to town. In 1989, the Look Good Feel Better program was launched with one core ...

OAKHURST – Whether you’re looking for employment or hiring for staff positions, make note of the upcoming job fair in Oakhurst to find the latest information and best new career opportunities all under one roof. The Madera County Workforce Assistance Center invites individuals seeking jobs and businesses seeking employees to participate in the upcoming Eastern Madera County Job Fair, set ...

OAKHURST – If you are caring for an elderly loved one with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or who is disabled, and you need some time for yourself, the local Caregiver Respite Group currently has several openings. At the Caregiver Respite Group, your family member enjoys a structured day of activities and socialization provided by two caring volunteers.

OAKHURST – The two finalists in the Rotary Speech competition were separated by just one point when all was said and done. High school finalists Rose Curley and William Fontana presented their remarks in a five-minute, timed competition in Oakhurst on Feb. 24, at the Oakhurst Sierra Sunrise Rotary meeting.

OAKHURST – The historic and newly invigorated Golden Chain Theatre (GCT) is holding auditions on Monday, Mar. 2 and Tuesday, Mar. 3 for an upcoming performance and world premiere of “The Wardrobe,” a drama set in World War II.