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Fork Fire Burns Into It’s Second Day
NORTH FORK–The Fork Fire started yesterday, Wednesday 9.7.2022, at approximately 3:30pm in the afternoon. The Fire started near roads 200 and 222 in North Fork and by sunset it had burned 400 acres. Evacuations happened at a frenzied rate and…
PG&E Offering Bill Credits for Reducing Energy Use
OAKLAND — New this summer, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers can be rewarded for saving energy when the state’s grid operator calls a Flex Alert. A Flex Alert is a call for consumers to voluntarily conserve electricity when…
Red Cross Opens Evacuation Center For The Fork Fire
NORTH FORK-The Red Cross of the Central Valley is opening an evacuation shelter at the Oakhurst Community Center (39800 Fresno Flats Road, Oakhurst, CA 93644). A map of current evacuations is available here. Small animals can go to the Oakhurst Community Center …
Fire Alert: Road 200 And Road 222 In North Fork
NORTH FORK– A vegetation fire has been reported at Road 200 and Road 222 in North Fork. Ground and air crews are battling the fire at this time. Evacuations are in progress. We will update this article as more information is…
Honor Our Elders and Help Them Celebrate Joyful Moments
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — Now that the closures of the pandemic have waned many are returning to regular schedules and making up for missed travel. We would like to remind everyone that it’s easy to forget that our elders took the…
Sierra National Forest to Close Visitor Centers for Season
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — The Sierra National Forest High Sierra Ranger District will be closing Dinkey Creek Visitor Center on September 4th and High Sierra Visitor Center (at Kaiser Pass) on September 19th for the 2022 season. The High Sierra Ranger District…
Vegetation Fire at Powerhouse Rd and Kerckhoff Lake
7:29 pm Update: The fire is listed at 115 acres with 20% containment according to Incident Commander. Some aircraft are being released for the night. 4 helicopters and plus one air attack requested for tomorrow. There is hose lay around the…
PG&E Urges Customers to Conserve Power Through 9 pm Today
The California Independent System Operator Continues to Monitor Electricity Demand and Will Determine Whether Rotating Outages Are Needed OAKLAND — With high temperatures continuing across California and the West, the state’s grid operator has directed utilities including Pacific Gas and…
Measure T Citizens’ Oversight Committee Releases 2021 Annual Report
MADERA – The Measure T Citizens’ Oversight Committee, responsible for ensuring that the Measure T half-cent sales tax revenues and expenditures are administered and spent as promised to the public, is pleased to announce the findings for the fiscal year 2021…
The 2022 Madera District Fair Opens Thursday
BIG NEWS…The 2022 MADERA DISTRICT FAIR presented by Valley Children’s Healthcare OPENS, Thursday, September 8th at 5pm DATES and TIMES: SEPTEMBER 8-11th | Thursday and Friday 5-11pm | Saturday and Sunday 3-11pm THE NEWS: Thursday, Sept. 8th EVERYONE IS FREE…
Jenkins To Run For Yosemite School Board Area 5
OAKHURST — Today, in the foothills of Eastern Madera County, Carrie Jenkins announced her candidacy for governing board member of the Yosemite Unified School District (YUSD) Area 5. She is running in order to serve and advocate for the students…
Excessive Heat Warning Extended Through Friday
HANFORD—The National Weather Service Hanford Office has extended The Excessive Heat Warning for the San Joaquin Valley, Kern County desert, Sierra foothills, Yosemite Valley, Kern River Valley, and Coastal Range until 8 PM PDT Friday evening. An Excessive Heat Warning…
Madera County District 5 Supervisor Candidate Unveils Economic Policy Blueprint
OAKHURST — Supervisor Candidate for Madera County District 5, Mark Reed, will present his Economic Policy Blueprint for Eastern Madera County, on September 7, 2022 at 3:00 pm in Pete’s Place Restaurant at 40093 CA-41, Oakhurst, CA 93644. The policy…
Third Fire Ignites in Yosemite
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–A third wildland fire has been discovered in Yosemite National Park near the Aspen Valley area. This is the Aspen Fire. The fire was discovered yesterday, 9.4.2022, by a firefighting helicopter that was working on the Red Fire,…
Over the Garden Fence: Scorched Earth and Soil Rx
By Tery Susman, UC Master Gardener of Mariposa County. MARIPOSA — Wildfires can create immediate and potentially long-term soil erosion. However, there are a number of ways to mitigate this post-fire concern. The following has been adapted from the California…
Air District to Provide Clean Air Centers With New Funding
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — The Clean Air Centers Pilot Program was established by AB 836 (Wicks) and provides the Valley Air District $750,000 in funding to create a network of clean air centers to provide vulnerable populations a respite from wildfires…
New BBB Study Reveals Payday and Predatory Loan Scams
FRESNO — As consumers lost jobs and struggled to make ends meet during the COVID-19 pandemic, many turned to payday loans and other short-term solutions, with an increase in online solutions. This not only allowed predatory lenders to thrive – many…
Hiking to Lower McCabe Lake
Once upon a time, a Cavalry Officer married the daughter of an Acting Yosemite National Park Superintendent. Back in 1912, lakes and a creek were named after that young man but who could have known that he would rise to…
Fire Alert: Vegetation Fire on Goat Mountain
WISHON–A vegetation fire is being reported in the Wishon Area near Goat Mountain. Ground crews and air crews are responding. We will update this article when new information is available. This is the Goat Fire. The fire is currently 1/2…
Helping One Woman Honors Amanda Lathrop
AHWAHNEE — One woman with $10 can buy another woman lunch. Ten women with $10 can buy another woman’s groceries. One hundred women with $10 can make a real difference in another woman’s life. This month’s Helping One Woman (HOW)…
Extreme Heat And Wildfire Smoke Expected Labor Day Weekend
The Valley Air District urges Valley and Foothill residents to protect their health and reduce their energy use FRESNO — With the extreme heat facing the Valley and Foothills, the Valley Air District encourages residents to take action to keep…
Sierra Art Trails 2022 Preview Exhibit Coming (Very) Soon!
Hello Sierra Art Trails 2022 artists, supporters, and friends! The preview exhibit at Stellar Gallery opens to the public tomorrow, Saturday, September 3rd. See map below. The Gala reception is Saturday (September 10th) from 5 to 8 p.m. This is…
Californians Urged to Continue Conserving Electricity
Grid Operator Calling for Third Straight Day of Voluntary Energy Conservation as Most of California Remains Under Excessive Heat Warnings OAKLAND, Calif. — The state’s grid operator, the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), credits conservation efforts over the past two…
Over the Garden Fence: Partnerships Between Humans & Nature
By Michele Nowak-Sharkey, UC Master Gardener, Mariposa County This is the first part of “The Partnership between Humans and Nature during Fire Recovery.” MARIPOSA — Wildfire has entered our common vocabulary over the past 15+ years across California and Mariposa…
Solar Negotiators Mountain Resiliency Program
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — In recent months some of you may have begun to notice increased involvement in our local area by a business that is, in reality, already far more embedded in our local community than it might appear to…
Excessive Heat Warning Extended
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES–The National Weather Service (NWS) Forecast Office in Hanford, CA has extended the Excessive Heat Warning issued earlier in the week as reported here. The warning is now expected to last until Wednesday, September 7, 2022. An Excessive Heat Warning…
CHP Launches Labor Day DUI Enforcement Campaign
SACRAMENTO – Labor Day weekend is quickly approaching, and many Californians are preparing to close out the summer with a holiday gathering or road trip. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) wants to ensure everyone reaches their destination safely and will…
History Mystery #114: The Fine Gold Saloon
Submitted by Connie Popelish, North Fork History Group. In a 2013 interview, Bill Vanderburg told the North Fork History Group about a saloon on the east side of Road 200 that was built to straddle Fine Gold Creek. He said…
Excessive Heat Expected All Week
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES–The National Weather Service (NWS) Forecast Office in Hanford, CA is reporting that excessive heat is expected through the San Joaquin Valley and Lower Sierra foothills throughout the week of 8.29.2022 and the Labor Day Holiday weekend. An Excessive…
Bass Lake Weekend Fatality
BASS LAKE–On August 27, 2022 shortly before 4:30pm, the Madera County Sheriff’s Emergency Communications Center received a call for a female suffering from a medical emergency at Bass Lake. An 81-year-old female was swimming with her husband in Bass…
8 Day Pack Trip With Stock From Virginia Lakes To Twin Lakes
A mule named Jigs took me to places I had never visited. His sure feet led me up and down rocky trails, sandy trails, steep trails, wet trails, and by beautiful reflective lakes and high granite mountains in northern Yosemite…
Mist Trail in Yosemite Closing
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–One of the most popular trails in Yosemite Valley, the Mist Trail, is getting some work done. Crews will be making repairs and improvements to the trail and stone staircases to allow for safe passage and to prevent…
Celebration Of Life For Colleen Kay Dempsey
Colleen Kay Dempsey July 9, 1951 – Aug 19, 2022 OAKHURST — Colleen Kay Dempsey, daughter of Jean and Leland Means, was born July 9, 1951, in Clarinda, IA. Colleen passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Friday…
Yosemite Fires Red And Rodgers Updates
YOSEMITE–The Rodgers Fire and The Red Fire are naturally caused lightning fires in the wilderness of Yosemite National Park with no threat to structures or critical infrastructure. The burn pattern on both fires can be described as mosaic, meaning patches…
September is National Preparedness Month
Red Cross Urges Everyone to Get Ready Now for Emergencies, Climate Change Causing More Disasters in the U.S. than Anywhere Else FRESNO — People everywhere are feeling the impacts of climate change with more frequent and intense weather events threatening our…
One-way Traffic Control on State Routes 49 and 140
TRAFFIC ADVISORY – One-way Traffic Control on State Routes 49 and 140 in Mariposa County MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform various operations next week on State Routes 49 and 140 in Mariposa County next…
2022 Native American Youth Conference Coming in November
FRESNO STATE — The 2022 Native American Youth Conference is coming to Fresno State on Saturday, November 5, 2022. The conference will be held at Fresno State’s Satellite Student Union. See map below. All Native American students in 6th through…
Oak Fire And PG&E’s Recycled Dirt Program
MARIPOSA—Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) is currently in the process of implementing The Recycled Dirt Program in the Oak Fire burn scar. The program is a new PG&E community service that provides non-hazardous excavation dirt to recipients located nearby our…
California Creates First Military Firefighting Strike Team
Cal OES and California Military Department Partner to Create Nations First Military Firefighting Strike Team. This Partnership Helps Strengthen the State’s Ability to Quickly Respond to Climate-Driven Disasters MATHER, CALIFORNIA — Highlighting the state’s commitment to innovative solutions to tackle…
MOC To Hold A Community Forum In Oakhurst
Oakhurst Community Forum to Promote Discussion About Madera County Policies COARSEGOLD — The Madera Oversight Coalition (MOC) and Sierra Citizens for Sensible Waste Management will hold a community forum on Madera County’s response to organic waste regulations and transportation issues…
Free Veterans BBQ At The Grove
AHWAHNEE — The Grove Church in Ahwahnee is hosting a free BBQ for all Veterans and their families on Saturday, August 27th. If you are a veteran living in or around the area pack up your family or come alone…
Homicide Investigation In Oakhurst
OAKHURST–Shortly before 10pm on August 23, 2022 the Madera County Sheriff’s Communications Center received a call from a male reporting he discovered his wife deceased at their home. MCSO Deputies responded to the residence in the 40000 block of Highway…
Alert Traffic Collision Highway 41 And Road 200
O’NEALS–A motor vehicle accident has occurred on Highway 41 and Road 200. Two vehicles are involved with one vehicle being engulfed in flames. Firefighters have determined there is no threat to the vegetation in the area. No injuries are being…
Caltrans and Clean California to Hold Hiring Event Next Week
COARSEGOLD — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and Clean California are now hiring for their Coarsegold station for maintenance positions in Coarsegold, Oakhurst, and the surrounding areas. Caltrans Event Flyer – August 30, 2022 (PDF) Help keep California beautiful!…
Celebration of Life for Antonio Frank Conti, Jr.
OAKHURST — Tony passed away on Tuesday, August 9th, 2022 very unexpectedly from cardiac arrest at the age of 73. At the age of 17, Tony volunteered to join the Army during the Vietnam War. During his time in the…
Rivergold Elementary Hires New Principal
Allen Riedel has been hired as Principal for Rivergold Elementary School, Pending Board approval on September 12, 2022. COARSEGOLD – Yosemite Unified School District announced at a Press Conference and Staff Meeting that Allen Riedel has been hired as Principal…
Free First-Class Entertainment At The Madera District Fair
“The Madera District Fair, September 8-11, 2022 is Jam-Packed with FREE First-Class Entertainment. Three Bands Per Night on Two Different Stages” MADERA — The Madera Fair has become known for its first-class FREE entertainment with your paid fair admission. This…
Major Project Coming To Hwy 41
California Allocates More Than $2.2 Billion for Transportation Infrastructure, $21.5 million allocated to Hwy. 41 In Madera County SAN JOSÉ — The California Transportation Commission (CTC) allocated more than $2.2 billion to repair and improve transportation infrastructure throughout the state at…
Yosemite Unified School District Is Now Hiring
YOSEMITE — Yosemite Unified School District is a great place to work and there are multiple job openings available. You may work in classrooms as a teaching assistant (also known as a paraeducator or paraprofessional) helping students learn. See video…
Final Weekend! MOTG Presents Good Medicine and Roger Perry
MARIPOSA — For the final weekend of Mariposa County Arts Council’s Music on the Green for the 2022 season, Good Medicine return on Friday, August 26, and Roger Perry will play Saturday, August 27. Good Medicine (see video below) are…
Two Lightning Caused Fires Being Managed in Yosemite
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–The Red and Rodgers Fires are burning in Yosemite National Park in the higher elevations, away from any infrastructure or populated areas. Both fires were caused by lightning and are being managed as suppression fires with confine and…
Ponderosa Receives USDA Funding for Fiber Optic Upgrades
O’NEALS — Ponderosa Communications, Inc. is pleased to announce it has been awarded funding to improve its rural infrastructure. This award will assist in Ponderosa’s mission of delivering quality communications solutions by moving its customers from a copper-based network to…
RCRC Announces Winner of Sixth Annual Photo Contest
SACRAMENTO – The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) is pleased to announce the winner of the 2022 Rural County Photo Contest, with this year’s first place prize going to Jay Coberly for his spectacular photo of a mountain range…
Celebration Of Life For Virgil Lepley
Virgil Leroy Lepley – January 15, 1942 – July 30, 2022 Virgil peacefully left this earth at his Coarsegold home on July 30th, 2022 to join his Mother Mary Belle, Father Virgil J. Lepley, and brothers Bobbie Lepley and Danny…
Teen Fatality At Thousand Island Lake
MADERA COUNTY–At approximately 8pm on August 10, 2022, the Madera County Sheriff’s Communications Center received a call regarding a teenage subject who had gone missing from his hiking party near Thousand Island Lake. Thousand Island Lake, part of the Ansel…
Hiking to May Lake
A short, early morning hike up to May Lake, with amazing reflections of Mount Hoffmann in its crystal clear waters. Where: Yosemite National ParkDistance: 3.65 Miles (about 6 miles round trip to the top of Mount Hoffman)Difficulty: Moderate Elevation Range:…
Traffic Advisory – State Route 140 in Mariposa County
Caltrans Conducting Slope Repair Project Along State Route 140 in Mariposa County To Begin August 22 and Conclude in November of 2022 MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct a slope repair project on State Route…
Yosemite High School Back To School Night
OAKHURST–Community schools are returning to the classroom this week and Yosemite High School (YHS) would like to invite parents, caregivers and students to an Open House Back to School Night. Back to School Night Open House at Yosemite High School…
Hazardous Fuels Reduction Work To Begin In Nelder Grove
Sierra National Forest to Reduce the Wildfire Risk to Giant Sequoias in Nelder Grove Historic Area MADERA COUNTY – The Sierra National Forest announces the implementation of emergency USDA Forest Service Giant Sequoia Emergency Response in the Nelder Grove Historic…
PG&E Surveying Power Lines by Helicopter
PG&E Surveying Power Lines by Helicopter in Fresno and Mariposa Counties FRESNO — Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is surveying distribution power lines in the Auberry area starting this week, using helicopters equipped with Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR)…
Caltrans QuickMap Push Notifications Now Available
New App Feature Alerts Drivers to Nearby Road Closures and Emergencies SACRAMENTO — California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has launched a new push notification feature on its QuickMap app that allows drivers to automatically receive real-time notifications about nearby road…
Oak Fire Debris Removal Community Meetings
MARIPOSA–Mariposa County Residents who have been impacted by the Oak Fire and lost their homes will have the opportunity to learn about the next steps to recovery. 127 homes were destroyed in the Oak Fire during July and August, earlier…
Fresno’s First Recreational Cannabis Dispensary
FRESNO — Located in North Fresno on the west corner of Palm and Nees in the Park Place Shopping Center, local consumers can now find a new business venture proudly unique for residents of the city of Fresno. The first…
Californians Asked To Conserve Energy Today
Operator’s Flex Alert Requests Voluntary Conservation Today – Wednesday, August 17th, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Customers Can Be Rewarded for Taking Simple Steps to Save Energy and Protect Grid Reliability OAKLAND, Calif.—With hot temperatures and high energy demand…
Southern California Woman Sentenced For Voter Fraud
Elizabeth Gale of San Diego County attempted to vote for her deceased mother Madera, CA – The Madera County Registrar of Voters announced that last month, Elizabeth Gale, a resident of San Diego, pleaded guilty to committing voter fraud in…
Music on the Green Mariposa Songwriters and Dirty Red Barn
On August 19th “Mariposa Songwriters” in the round will share stories and songs for Music on the Green. MARIPOSA — All of the songwriters in this performance have an intimate connection to the area whether they call it home or…
Beware Of Post-Disaster Document Replacement Scams
SACRAMENTO — When coping with a disaster like flooding, wildfires, tornadoes and other weather events, victims find themselves at a loss for where to begin when rebuilding and replacing belongings. Replacing vital documents like birth certificates, drivers’ licenses, Social Security…
Miami Mountain Fire Lookout Needs YOU!
SIERRA NATIONAL FOREST—The Sierra National Forest, in conjunction with the Miami Lookout Group, is soliciting for volunteers to staff the Miami Mountain Fire Lookout for the remainder of the 2022 fire season. The opening of the lookout for the 2022…
Grand Opening Of Affordable Rental Community In Mariposa
Grand Opening of Self-Help Enterprises’ New Affordable Rental Community In Mariposa, Creekside Terrace Provides 42 Units of Affordable and Energy-Efficient Rental Housing MARIPOSA, CA— Self-Help Enterprises (SHE) is proud to announce the grand opening of their newest affordable rental community, Creekside…
Ponderosa Seeks Local Picture for 2023 Directory
The Ponderosa Telephone Co. Is Seeking Photographers to Submit Local Pictures To Be Considered For the 2023 Directory O’NEALS — Ponderosa, a family-owned and operated telecom provider, is searching for the perfect image to grace the cover of their 2023…
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance To Oak Fire Survivors
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to California Businesses and Residents Affected by the Oak Fire SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to California businesses and residents affected by the Oak Fire that began July 22, 2022, announced Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman…
Excessive Heat Watch All Week
HANFORD—The National Weather Service Hanford has issued an Excessive Heat Watch in effect for Tuesday, 8.16.2022, through Friday, 8.20.22. Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures from 104 to 109 degrees are expected. It all starts with a warming trend for…
Whistlepigs and Reflections
Do Yellow-Bellied Marmots, aka Whistlepigs, admire the beautiful cloud reflections in the High Sierra lakes as much as I do? And I will show you why they have that funny name. Well, I don’t know the answer to that question…
Red Fire Burns in Yosemite’s High Country
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–The Red Fire was reported on August 4th, 2022. The fire is burning in Yosemite’s high country between Red Creek and Illilouette Creek at approximately the 7,800-foot elevation. The fire was caused by lightning from thunderstorms in the…
Weekend Events: Music In The Park And Summer Food Event
On The 2nd Friday and 2nd Saturday of the month Eastern Madera Recreation & Parks (EMRAP) presents, Eats, and Music in the Park! OAKHURST– EMRAP summer events allow our volunteer board the ability to continue to develop programs, and classes…
Traffic Advisory – Mariposa County
One-way Traffic Control on State Route 49 In Mariposa County Starting Tuesday, August 16th. MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform various operations including lane closures, next week on State Route 49 in Mariposa County. Work…
Ready To Adopt A Cat Or A Dog?
MADERA COUNTY — It’s National “Clear the Shelter” for the entire month of August! Starting August 9, 2022, all dogs and cats in the Madera County Animal Shelter are only $25.00 to adopt! Call the shelter to make an appointment…
PG&E Warns Customers Of An Emerging Scam Campaign
PG&E Warns Customers of an Emerging Scam Campaign and Provides Tips on How Customers Can Protect Themselves OAKLAND, Calif. — In recent weeks, PG&E has received dozens of reports on an emerging scam: utility impostors demanding immediate payment for a…
Traffic Advisory Road 426 Oakhurst
OAKHURST—Madera County Public Works Department has announced a commuter alert for Road 426 between Highway 41 (SR-41) and Road 427 (School Road). The road work is a part of the 2020 Countywide Pavement Rehabilitation and Overlay Project. This part of…
The Madera Fair Takes You Back with Tons of Discounts
ALL kids 12 and under are FREE when accompanied by an adult, all day, every day of the 2022 MADERA FAIR! MADERA – Remember the days of the local community fair, where folks competed to be recognized for the best…
CHP Graduates 93 New Officers
CHP Academy Graduation Highlights Newest Officers To Hit The Road SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Hundreds of family members, friends, and California Highway Patrol (CHP) personnel gathered at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento to honor the newest graduating class. The 93…
Locals Create Oak Fire Relief Fundraiser
Locals Create Oak Fire Relief Fundraiser with 100% Profits To Benefit Those Who Have Lost Their Homes NORTH FORK — Local t-shirt brand, Get Deerty (by Lawson Studios) has teamed up with local non-profit Pathos Screen Printing to create an…
Fire Damaged Properties Eligible For Property Tax Relief
MARIPOSA COUNTY — Property owners who have lost or sustained damage to their property due to the Oak fire in Mariposa County may be eligible for the following: A reduction in the assessed value of their property An option to…
MOTG Presents Dreifus & Budries and Tarantula & the Turtle Doves
MARIPOSA — This weekend, Mariposa County Arts Council’s Music on the Green features Dreifus & Budries on Friday, August 12, and Tarantula and the Turtle Doves on Saturday, August 13. Dreifus & Budries will take the stage at the Arts…
Hiking To Conness Lakes With Fannie
White puffy clouds danced across the blue sky, casting their reflections in turquoise glacial-fed lakes. And those wildflowers were putting on a show along the trail that miners of yesterday utilized as they searched for their lucky strike! Where: Harvey…
Recent Fresno State Grad Inspires Youth to Reach for the Sky
FRESNO STATE — Through a megaphone on the pool deck of the Fresno State Aquatics Center, head swim and dive coach Jeanne Fleck encourages young backstrokers to “reach for the sky.” “Reach, reach, reach,” she said. “Try to be as…
Two Additional Contests to Appear on November Ballot
MADERA COUNTY — Madera County has been notified of two additional contests appearing on the ballot, one at the request of the City of Chowchilla (City Council short term), and one called by the Madera County Board of Supervisors (Measure…
Oak Fire Distribution Center Opens
MARIPOSA COUNTY–On July 22, 2022, The Oak Fire started on Carstens Road and Highway 140 in Midpines. In just 2 weeks the fire has destroyed 127 homes and burned more than 19,000 acres. From the beginning, the Mariposa Community has…
Friends Of The North Fork Library Yard Sale & Swap Meet
Looking for a place to sell your unwanted tools, clothes, furniture, appliances, etc.? NORTH FORK — The Friends of the North Fork Library are sponsoring their 2nd annual YARD SALE/SWAP MEET at Bandit Town on Saturday 8/20 from 8 am to…
Alert: Power Outage Midpines and Oak Fire Areas
MARIPOSA COUNTY–A power outage affecting approximately 3900 customers has been reported in the Midpines and Oak Fire area. There is currently no estimated time of restoration. We will update this article when more information becomes available. For more information you…
All Evacuations Lifted For The Oak Fire
MARIPOSA COUNTY–The Oak Fire started in the Midpines area of Mariposa County on July 22nd, 2022. The fire has burned almost 20,000 acres and is 86% contained. 127 single resident structures and 66 out buildings have been destroyed. Electricity has…
Former Coarsegold Resident Turns Roadblocks Into Triumph
Introduction by Shannon Grissom. Through the years, I have worked on a series of whimsical paintings inspired by my late mother and her childhood sock monkey. From the beginning, I had an oracle card deck in mind for the body…
PG&E Restores Power To Customers Affected by the Oak Fire
Mariposa County fire initially impacted 3,139 customers and damaged more than 250 poles. MARIPOSA, CA — Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) crews have restored all customers who lost electricity as a result of the Oak Fire, and whose service…
Oak Fire At 81% Containment
MARIPOSA COUNTY — All Evacuation Orders and Fire Advisements have been lifted in populated areas for the Oak Fire that has been burning since July 22, 2022. The only evacuation orders that remain in place are for East of Mariposa…
Celebration of Life for Walt Blackhall
Walter Stanley Blackhall April 24, 1928 – July 27, 2022 OAKHURST — Walter Stanley Blackhall passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 27, at his home in Oakhurst, CA. He was born in Fresno, CA, on April 24, 1928, to Peter…