OAKHURST – It’s one of those “where were you when…” moments: where were you when the Courtney Fire started? In the midst of a dreamy nap on Sunday, Sept. 14, a phone call came alerting us to a fire that would ultimately destroy 30 homes and leave hundreds of residents displaced. The Courtney Fire tore through neighborhoods with destructive force, ...
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Suspects Identified In Oakhurst Fires
OAKHURST – Cal Fire Investigators, in cooperation with investigators from the United States Forest Service, have identified a juvenile suspect, in connection with a series of arson fires in Madera County. The fires all occurred in the Oakhurst area over the past several months. The case will be referred to the District Attorney in Madera County for appropriate action. The ...
Read More »Register Your Fire Losses With Sheriff’s Office
MADERA COUNTY – Sheriff John Anderson, Director of The Madera County Office of Emergency Services (OES), is reaching out to everyone impacted by the Courtney Fire disaster. Regardless of the level of damage you may have suffered during this disaster, you are urged to fill out a damage survey, so that the OES can better assist you during recovery. The ...
Read More »Fire Engines In Major Crash On Highway 41
FRESNO – A strike team of Cal Fire engines reportedly heading home from the Courtney Fire today had their trip interrupted when two of the engines were involved in a major collision on Highway 41 near Shaw Avenue. The engines were southbound at about 12:40 p.m. when one engine slowed for heavy traffic.
Read More »Reforestation Program Begins On SNF, Seedlings Available
NORTH FORK – The Bass Lake Ranger District is set to begin its 2019 reforestation program. During the next two months, contract and Forest Service crews will be planting approximately 500 acres focusing on the areas of the 2014 French and Courtney Fires. Approximately 200 to 320 seedlings per acre will be planted, totaling up to 120,000 on the district ...
Read More »Sierra National Forest Offers Free Pine Seedlings To The Public
NORTH FORK – The Bass Lake Ranger District is set to begin its 2018 reforestation program. During the next two months, contract and Forest Service crews will be planting approximately 350 acres focusing on the areas of the 2014 French and Courtney Fires. Approximately 250 to 320 seedlings per acre will be planted on the district, totaling up to 100,000 ...
Read More »Winery-Sage: Best Valentine’s Wine & Food Pairings
By Karen and Ken Geiszler, Winery-Sage.com — Valentine’s Day – it’s a holiday unlike any other. The traditional autumn and winter holidays of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve revolve around lots of family, friends, food, and parties. The summer holidays of Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day bring visions of parties, picnics, BBQ, and swimming. Valentine’s Day is ...
Read More »Winery-Sage: Baked Beans Or Cheese Steak?
By Karen and Ken Geiszler, Winery-Sage.com — Super Bowl is fast approaching and, if you’re like us, you’ll be glued to the TV watching the game and rating the quality of the commercials with your buddies. You may be interested in the halftime show but, to be honest, to an old fart like me, Justin Timberlake doesn’t hold a lot of ...
Read More »Winery-Sage: Last-Minute Guide To Sparkling Wine
By Karen and Ken Geiszler, Winery-Sage.com — So you’re looking for a Champagne for New Years Eve but you’re not sure what to get. Here are a couple of pointers to help zero in on the type of Champagne that you want. Things may get a touch confusing to start but I promise everything will be clear by the time ...
Read More »Winery-Sage: Pairing Holiday Desserts And Wines
By Karen and Ken Geiszler, Winery-Sage.com — It’s the “final course” of our Holiday Food & Wine Pairing blog feature. After helping educate readers on general wine pairing tips, and specifics on pairing with appetizer dishes and main courses, we’re now ready to bring it all home with everyone’s favorite topic … Desserts! Depending on your sweet tooth, this is either the ...
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