MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control and shoulder closures next week. This traffic control will occur on State Route 49 (SR-49) and SR-140 for maintenance operations. Here’s the planned work schedule: State Route 49 One-way traffic control from Harris Road to Stumpfield Mountain Road for drainage work beginning Monday, May ...

MARIPOSA — In a major step forward for local healthcare philanthropy, the John C. Fremont Hospital Foundation has officially contracted with Miranda Wass to serve as its first-ever Executive Administrator. This new role marks a historic milestone for the all-volunteer Foundation, which has supported healthcare in the region for over 40 years. Boosting Support & Strategy Board President Heather Bernikoff ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — As fire season approaches, local leaders and safety organizers across the foothills are teaming up to help residents prepare. Both Mariposa County and Easter Madera County will host free, family-friendly wildfire preparedness events packed with resources, tips, and tools designed to keep communities safe. Mariposa Wildfire Preparedness Fair When: Saturday, May 10, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. ...

MARIPOSA — The 29th annual Kids First June Jubilee is set to bring the community together for an evening celebrating local students, teachers, and education innovation. This year’s event will take place on Friday, June 7th at the Jerseydale Ranch. Dining, Auctions, & Community Spirit To begin, guests can enjoy an outdoor dining experience complete with fresh pine air and ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control and shoulder closures next week on State Route-49 (SR-49) and State Route-140 (SR-140) for maintenance operations. Work is scheduled as follows: State Route 49 One-way traffic control from Princeton Way to Bear Valley Point for tree work beginning Monday, April 28th, through Friday, May ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — A months-long investigation into one of the most severe child sexual abuse material (CSAM) cases in Mariposa County history has led to the arrest of 58-year-old Robert Brooks. Arrest Tied to Digital Evidence Deputies located and arrested Brooks on April 15, 2025, in Calaveras County, where he had been working. They transported him to the Mariposa County ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — All hazard reduction burning in Mariposa and Madera Counties will require a CAL FIRE burn permit, according to an announcement from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit (MMU). The requirement will take effect at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 1st. This applies to ALL residential and property owners who plan to burn ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control and shoulder closures in the coming week on State Route-140 (SR-140) for maintenance operations. Work is scheduled as follows: State Route 140 One-way traffic control at Lower Trower Road for landscaping work on Wednesday, April 16th, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Motorists ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control and shoulder closures next week on State Route-140 (SR-140) for maintenance operations. Work is scheduled as follows: State Route 140 One-way traffic control from Catheys Valley Park to Lower Trower Road for utility work on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct the following one-way traffic control and shoulder closures next week on State Route 140 (SR-140) and State Route 49 (SR-49) for maintenance operations. Work is scheduled as follows: State Route 49 One-way traffic control from Old Town Toad to Mount Ophir Road for utility work on Friday, April 4, ...