MOUNTAIN AREA —  Art lovers, mark those calendars!  The 2024 Sierra Art Trails Open Studio is set to take place over two weekends.  Visitors will have the unique opportunity to explore the vibrant art scene in Eastern Madera and Mariposa Counties.  This annual event invites guests to step into artists’ homes, studios, galleries, and local businesses to see where all ...

MADERA COUNTY–The Madera County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect in two recent ATM thefts in the mountain area. (Pictures are available at the end of the article.) Bass Fork Theft The first theft occurred on July 18, 2024, around 2:30 AM at the Bass Fork Star Valero. The business sustained extensive damage.  An unknown ...

Vickie Marie Fouts (Scofield) Age 72 Vickie Marie Fouts (Scofield) passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024, at the age of 72. Her two children were at her side. Her grandchildren and daughter-in-law came in shortly before she passed to say their farewells. Vickie grew up in Big Oak Flat, CA and moved to Coarsegold, CA in the early 80’s ...

Update: This is a friendly reminder that the deadline to apply for the Sierra Art Trails 2024 Open Studio Tour is quickly approaching on June 3rd, 2024. We encourage you to take advantage of this prestigious event celebrating 21 years of artistic excellence. MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES–The Call for Artists for the 21st Annual Sierra Art Trails Open Studio Tour is OPEN. ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES–An Areal Flood Advisory has been issued for areas in Fresno, Madera, Mariposa and Merced Counties. It will expire this evening, Thursday, March 9th, at 8:00pm. WHAT Stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall and snow melt is expected. Where A portion of central California including the following counties: Fresno Madera Mariposa Merced When Until 8:00pm, Thursday, March 9th, 2023 ...

COARSEGOLD — You are invited to attend the 2023 Coarsegold Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner & Masquerade Gala at the Blue Heron Restaurant. Date & Time: Friday, February 24, from 6 – 9 p.m. There will be a buffet dinner, dessert & champagne toast, silent auction, and door prizes! $45 per person. For donations and tickets, please contact Laura Young ...

MADERA COUNTY — In his bid to become District 5 Supervisor in Madera County, Mark Reed said he is “humbled” by the numerous new endorsements he has received in recent weeks. “These new endorsements represent thousands of people in Madera and Eastern Madera County and convince me that they have affirmed my ‘Economic Policy Blueprint for Eastern Madera County’ which ...

By Bobby Macaulay.  As Chief of Staff for Madera County District 5, I often receive calls from residents that can no longer afford to live in the area. Rising costs of living and housing shortages are forcing people to move to more urban areas. No one should have to leave their home to find a more affordable life and better ...

Thomas Francis Driscoll February 2, 1945  – February 23, 2022 Thomas Francis Driscoll was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on February 2, 1945 and died unexpectedly at home in Yosemite Lakes Park on February 23, 2022. Tom was a carpenter and general contractor, building at least 50 homes in YLP before accepting the position of journeyman carpenter at Fresno City College ...

Sonny Jackson December 7, 1954 – February 17, 2022 “It’s been a good ride.” Come join us at the Yosemite Lakes Park Clubhouse at 5 pm on Saturday, April 9th, in celebration and honor of the incredible, unique, and absolutely enjoyable man, Sonny Jackson.  Roll in on your favorite ride and bring your favorite tall tales. There will be live ...