COARSEGOLD, CA —  The Chukchansi Economic Development Authority (CEDA), has donated $10,000 to support the Yosemite Highschool Badgers football team.  CEDA is the business arm of the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians.  This donation comes at a good time for the badgers, as the team faces financial challenges.  Therefore, allowing the team to purchase essential equipment and resources. Revitalizing the ...

Submitted by Charles Brady My name is Charles Brady. I am eager to contribute my skills and passion to enhancing education on the Bass Lake School Board. I have concerns that over 50 percent of students within the district are not reaching minimum proficiency in core subjects. Our district suspension rates are almost double the state average. My skills and ...

CENTRAL VALLEY — Hispanic Heritage Month is here!  This makes for the perfect time to celebrate the rich contributions of Hispanic communities to education, culture, and the economy in the Central Valley.  These communities play a vital role in shaping the region, from healthcare and education to politics and the arts.  Moreover, while there’s much to celebrate, it’s also important ...

MERCED–In the latest Wall Street Journal (WSJ) ranking of America’s Best Colleges, UC Merced is named the No. 1 university in the nation for “social mobility” — the term used to describe how well colleges and universities attract, retain, and help students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds complete their degrees and graduate into promising careers. A perennial Top 5 university in ...

OAKHURST — The Sierra Senior Center in Oakhurst presents their 2022 Christmas Boutique on Sunday, November 27, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Come join in the holiday fun featuring local artists and artisans! Tables are available for only $20 each. You can RSVP at oakhurstsierraseniorcenter@gmail.com or by calling 559-658-2200. Check out some of the items you can find at the ...

OAKHURST—He Made a Difference. How many of us wish our epitaph could read like this? How many of us achieve that goal? Lars Erik Thorson did. Before his passing at age 60 after a long battle with end-stage renal disease, he impacted many lives, young and old, and he leaves a living legacy through them. His wife Kimberlee, his children ...

OAKHURST — Glacier High School’s underwater robotics team Altum Operations has resurfaced following an elite international ROV competition in Kingsport, Tenn., last weekend — as winners of the ‘Guts and Glory’ Award. There were, 70 teams and 810 students from 19 countries competing in the event, held June 20 – 22. Altum Operations was recognized for their amazing ability to ...

OAKHURST — Yosemite Unified School District is now accepting applications for Board Trustee Member – Area 1 following the resignation of Tim Curley. Candidates must live in Trustee Area 1, Coarsegold. Click here to see a map of Trustee Area boundaries. Potential candidates may obtain a Letter of Application on the District website. Questions? Contact Raylene Trent by email or ...

AHWAHNEE — How many thirteen-year-olds know how much renters’ insurance costs, or the price of an average car loan payment? Well, thirty-three of them do now, thanks to an event at Wasuma Elementary school recently that aimed to teach eighth graders about the cost of living. Entitled ‘Life 101,’ the program was developed by volunteers Sarah Persson and Barbara Irion ...

AHWAHNEE — Bass Lake Joint Union Elementary School District (BLUSD) hosted a “Plug into the Sun” celebration Thursday at Wasuma Elementary School. The event was held to unveil a new solar photovoltaic (PV) system that will provide 75 percent of the school district’s overall electricity needs. The PV system will reduce the district’s carbon footprint and save a significant amount ...