BASS LAKE—The Madera County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is reporting that on Saturday, May 6th, 2023, shortly before 4pm, the MCSO Communications Center received an emergency call regarding a gunshot wound victim at a location in the area of Road 222 and Road 274 in Bass Lake. It was reported an adult male had been shot and was actively bleeding. Deputies responded ...

STATE ROUTE 41 PAVING AND REHABILITATION PROJECT IS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN TONIGHT IN MADERA COUNTY  The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and Cal Valley Construction announced the scheduled project to pave and rehabilitate nearly three miles of State Route 41, between Avenue 15 and State Route 145, in Madera County. The following will occur: The project, covering nearly 3 miles, ...

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–John Reynolds, Yosemite’s beloved Postmaster, has retired after 40+ years of service. John has been an integral part of the Yosemite community, and his retirement is a milestone that will be felt by many. As a tribute to his dedicated service, a retirement celebration will be held in his honor at the Clark Community Hall in El Portal, ...

MADERA — Are you ready for the Central Valley’s newest SPRING Half Marathon events and newly added bike events! Run or bike through picturesque trees and meadows on rolling groomed trails as you view beautiful vistas just minutes north of Fresno’s River Park Shopping Center at Highway 41 just past Avenue 14. The Tesoro Viejo Classic Half Marathon will take you ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Madera, Mendocino and Mono counties were added to the major disaster declaration for California’s severe storms and flooding that began on February 21, 2023.  They join the counties previously designated for Individual Assistance: Kern, Mariposa, Monterey, San Benito, San Bernardino, Santa Cruz, Tulare and Tuolumne. In addition, Amador, Butte, Del Norte, Glenn, Inyo, Madera, Modoc, San Francisco, and Santa Cruz counties are now eligible for FEMA’s Public ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Great news for art lovers! With everything from art classes with the Yosemite Conservancy to an art retrospective featuring Bonnie Bisbee to art demonstrations with renowned local artists, there’s something for everyone! Check out what’s going on! Art Classes with the Yosemite Conservancy Starts: May 01, 2023 Occurs: Every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday until ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — It’s that time of year again. Time to show our moms just how much we appreciate all she’s done for us! This year, take her out to delicious buffet, brunch, or dinner. There are still plenty of options left, but don’t wait. Make your reservations today!   Mother’s Day Brunch At Ducey’s Date & Time: Sunday, May ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Families are invited to attend the 10th Annual Madera County ArtsFest. This free event will promote art in Madera County in a carnival-type atmosphere and is being hosted by Madera County Schools Foundation and Madera County Superintendent of Schools. The public is invited to attend the event. Door prizes consisting of gift certificates, family outings, and art ...

Showtimes for Friday, May 5th – Thursday, May 11th Yosemite VR shows begin at 11:45 a.m. daily. Remember, you can always check movie times and purchase tickets in advance at Yosemite Cinema or on the Yosemite Cinema App. Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 Rated PG-13 – 2 hours 29 minutes Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has the following operations scheduled next week in Mariposa County. State Route 49 • One-way traffic control from Harris Road to Kimbell Road near Mariposa for utility work from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. • One-way traffic control from the West Fork Chowchilla River to Bootjack ...