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Celebrating heritage

The first Banderita Days was held this past weekend in Coulterville to celebrate Miwuk and Native American heritage. In the top photo, the color guard made a grand entrance on Saturday at the park in Coulterville. Middle are members of the group who include John Navarro, Steve Ortega, Johnnie Lopez, Andrew Delgado, James Rhodes, Tamara Steeter, Louis Bickford, Emil Holquin... READ MORE >

Coast-to-coast — on two wheels

Connor Timpone and Simon McIntoshA local couple with ties to El Portal is currently biking from coast to coast. Connor Timpone and Simon McIntosh are now about one week into a cross-country bike-packing trip that will take them from the Pacific Ocean in San Francisco all the way to the waters of the Atlantic in their new home of Boston,... READ MORE >

Illegal grows raided during N. County bust

These photos show one of the locations that were raided last week in North Mariposa County by law enforcement officials as they work to eradicate illegal grows in the county. The top photo shows what the grow looked like before the raid, including the large greenhouse structure as well as travel trailers and other vehicles. The bottom photo shows what... READ MORE >

New hospital in early stage of planning

Matthew Matthiessen The recent Mariposa County election showed local support for the hospital is overwhelming. Now, it is time to consider next steps. Measure O is a measure to save the John C. Fremont Healthcare District and build a new hospital by 2030. The construction of a new hospital is mandated due to state earthquake regulations. Measure O involves a... READ MORE >

Two hospital board members resign, replacements sought

 Two members of the John C. Fremont Healthcare District hospital board have submitted their resignations. Brenda Forrest and Philip De Bry submitted their resignations at the June 22 and June 29 meetings respectively. At last week’s hospital board meeting, the group decided to immediately fill these vacancies and ask applicants to run again in the November general election. The hospital... READ MORE >

Public hearing for fire insurance is set July 13

In recent years, homeowners insurance rates have skyrocketed. Many California counties have been hit particularly hard by the price changes. Tuolumne County Accessor Kaenan Whitman said it is not uncommon for people to call his office and ask about price increases. He typically finds that some people have impound accounts and it is the insurance that is increasing. On July... READ MORE >

Local Rotary club brings home three golds from district meeting

This collage of photos depicts just some of the many causes which involve the Rotary Club of Mariposa Yosemite.Mariposa is familiar with the service and dedication of its Rotary members, but it is especially reaffirming to be recognized as the “best of the best” among peers. Earlier this month, the Rotary Club of Mariposa Yosemite was presented with three awards... READ MORE >

Concealed carry data breach exposes personal information of Californians

A data breach by the California Department of Justice has made personal information about the state citizen concealed weapon (CCW) permit holders. The California State Sheriff ’s Association (CSSA) announced the breach last week to make CCW permit holders aware of the situation so they can take appropriate precautions. “It is infuriating that people who have been complying with the... READ MORE >

Coulterville group gets $18,000 to promote arts in North County

James RhodesA nonprofit organization in Coulterville has received an $18,000 grant to promote culture and diversity in the Northern Mariposa County town. The California Arts Council recently announced the grant, which will go to Operation New Earth, a nonprofit based in Coulterville. Coulterville resident James Rhodes is part of the group that applied for and received the funding. Rhodes said... READ MORE >

Stephen Dunbar

Steve Francis Dunbar transitioned into his new home in heaven on June 24, 2022. His passing was caused by a vehicle accident in Chico, Calif., where he lived. Steve was born in Oxnard, Califor., in 1950 to Barbara and Frank Dunbar. He grew up on the coast in Southern California, with a special love for surfing and golfing. He went... READ MORE >