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Audience demographics dictate the effectiveness of social media advertising

March 1, 2024

Social media engagement continues to grow worldwide, particularly among the younger population. Billions of dollars are spent annually by an untold number of companies in marketing their products and services to social media users. The results and the effectiveness of those marketing and sales

Schools

FFA students land speaking honors

March 1, 2024

At the end of January, 11 members from Mariposa FFA traveled to Merced College to compete in the annual Merced/Mariposa FFA Section speaking competition. Students participated in Impromptu Speaking, Job Interview, Extemporaneous Speaking, and Prepared Public Speaking. The local chapter had a successful day with almost every member from MCHS moving on to the final […]

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Will PG&E restore the county’s roadways after underground construction

February 14, 2024

(Editor’s Note: After over two frustrating weeks of reaching out to officials within PG&E with questions about the badly needed repairs or resurfacing of Triangle and Darrah Roads – to no avail, we’ve decided to ask those questions in a public forum here. Maybe this way we’ll get some answers.) By R.D. Tucker Clang. Bang. […]

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Menetrey is among newly installed RCRC officers

February 1, 2024

On Jan. 17, the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) installed its 2024 officers and presented its Rural Leadership Awards. During a meeting of the Board of Directors, Senator John Laird administered the official Oath of Office for the 2024 RCRC Officers. Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez was installed as Chair, Modoc County Supervisor Geri […]

Sports

A historical reflection of 90 years of hoops at Mariposa County High School

February 1, 2024

Contributed by Trace DeSandres, former coach, athletic director and teacher. Mariposa County High School (MCHS) opened its doors in September of 1914. Boys’ varsity basketball did not come into existence until the 1930/31 school year. The “Miners,” as MCHS athletic teams were called at the time, were coached by John F. Cummins. The first varsity […]

Lifestyles

Helping Hands stands in the gap for young women

February 1, 2024

Where does a troubled, anxious young woman turn when she’s facing an unplanned pregnancy? In Mariposa County and in Oakhurst, she doesn’t have to face those challenges alone. Helping Hands Pregnancy and Parenting Center offers multiple resources to assist women of all ages. The Christian non-profit all-volunteer organization offers laboratory-quality pregnancy testing and

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Hornitos 4-H participates in Wreaths Across America event

February 1, 2024

Contributed byKyndall WiseHornitos 4-H Reporter In a touching ceremony, the Hornitos 4-H came together at St. Catherine’s Church and Cemetery in Hornitos to participate in the Wreaths Across America event, honoring the brave men and women who have served our nation. The event, which took place on Dec. 16 last year, provided a poignant opportunity […]

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Rotary Club seeks artists for annual Art, Wine and Wheels event

February 1, 2024

The Mariposa Yosemite Rotary Club invites artists to submit their artwork for consideration of use in promotional materials associated with the 2024 Art, Wine & Wheels event. The selected art will be used in various promotional materials including postcards, posters, and brochures, as well as in social media. The artist must be able to provide […]

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Ballots for March primary election have been mailed

February 1, 2024

Ballots for the March 5 primary election have been mailed to all registered Mariposa County voters as of Feb. 5, according to Courtney Progner Morrow, Mariposa County Clerk, Treasurer and Registrar of Voters. Eligible residents can register to vote up until Feb. 19.Ballot drop boxes have also been made available throughout the county from Feb. […]

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Will PG&E restore the county’s roads after underground power construction?

February 1, 2024

(Editor’s Note: After over two frustrating weeks of reaching out to officials within PG&E with questions about the badly needed repairs or resurfacing of Triangle and Darrah Roads – to no avail, we’ve decided to ask those questions in a public forum here. Maybe this way we’ll get some answers.) Clang. Bang. Clunk. Thud. Those […]