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Hospital CEO speaks about pressing issues

Mike ZimmermanMike Zimmerman knew full well the challenges ahead. It would be hard to miss, given the controversy that has gripped John C. Fremont Healthcare District over the past couple of years. From questions about big bonuses to executives while others received no raises, to a controversial moving expense that in many ways led the dismissal of the former interim... READ MORE >

Science policy still topic of discussion

The conversation continued last week during a study session about proposed verbiage changes to school board policy 6142.93 regarding Science Instruction. The Mariposa County Unified School district board met with some local Mariposa County science instructors and members of the public on Jan. 25 to have an open discussion to gain further insight on the topic. The policy, proposed changes... READ MORE >

It is time again for our readers to choose the ‘Best Of’ in county

 The Mariposa Gazette is once again asking readers to cast ballots in our annual “Best Of” Mariposa County contest. Again this year, our top two awards will be for “Mr. Mariposa County” and “Ms. Mariposa County.” Anyone living in Mariposa County is eligible for the award. It could be a longtime volunteer for someone who works behind the scenes to... READ MORE >

Tickets now on sale for Taste of Mariposa event

Beach photos are being requested to be part of the Taste of Mariposa for 2024. Here, Mariposa Butterfly Festival board member Michael Hall and board president Kimberly Vaughan are shown in a beach photo. Rumor has it the photo may have been altered a touch.Prepare to embark on a thrilling island adventure as Mariposa gears up for the 2024 Taste... READ MORE >

Enchilada festival set

The Hornitos Patrons Club will be hosting the 75th annual Enchilada Dinner on March 2 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Stag Hall in Hornitos. Hornitos Patrons Club is a nonprofit group serving Hornitos and Mariposa County. The enchilada dinner is one of three fundraisers for the club; the other fundraisers are the Hornitos Flea Market and All Souls Day... READ MORE >

New building head named

As of December, Mariposa County has a new building director, at least on an interim basis. Mike Brinkman is the new director of the department. He is an experienced building official, having worked in Newman, Gustine and various other locations in the Central Valley. At the time of his hiring, he was employed with CSG Consultants. Brinkman filling the role... READ MORE >

Jerry Brownell

Jerry Brownell passed away on Jan. 11, 2024, after living life for 89-1/2 years. During those years, he rode horseback and saddle bronc for the Rodeo Cowboys Association. He was a great wild animal enthusiast, owning an ocelot, capuchin and woolly monkeys, falcon (who stole children’s lunches at school), along with a pet skunk, pet opossum and many reptiles. He... READ MORE >

Dwight Glenn

In loving memory of Dwight Glenn, a remarkable blend of resilience, humor and unwavering kindness, who peacefully departed on Jan. 24, 2024, at the age of 84. Dwight, born to Belton and Daisy Glenn, was not only a beloved brother to Persia, Ima Jean and Dan ( Jim), devoted husband to Rosalie, and caring father to Lori, Kathy and Brenda... READ MORE >

James Fields

James Richard Fields was born on Jan. 7, 1944 and died Nov. 15, 2023. Jim was born in Oakland, Calif., to Charles and Madeline Fields. He joined the U.S. Army and volunteered to fight in Vietnam. He worked 30 years as a lineman, then retired from General Motors. Jim loved airplanes since he was a little boy and pursued his... READ MORE >

Court ends livestreaming of proceedings; at least for now

It only takes a couple of people to spoil a good thing. Such is the case with a service that has been offered by the Mariposa County Superior Court for a few years now. Livestreaming of court proceedings in Mariposa County has ended — at least for now. “I created the livestreaming,” said Judge Michael Fagalde. And it was Fagalde,... READ MORE >