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…
Drag racing duo burns tracks in the record book
It’s a memorable scene when Maverick and his sidekick Goose are confidently striding across the tarmac in their olive flight suits and Maverick says, “I feel the need,” and they announce in…
Hands tied, school board struggles with state mandates
Confusion, contention, conflict, hostility, and politically-fired feuding have become the trademarks of school board meetings all across the state of California. Many believe that the edicts from the state are legalized indoctrination…
New poll reveals most Californians reject gender ideology
California Family CouncilDecember, 2023 California ranks among the top states passing affirming laws regarding transgender issues, including promoting and protecting transing drugs and surgeries for minors. The 2019 Gender Recognition Act, for…
Lushmeadows Lights outshines previous events
What has evolved into a cherished community event has now become a “wheel of fortune” for Woodland Elementary School. Lushmeadows Lights, which was introduced to the Mariposa community amid the isolating Covid…
How to purchase a firearm and what are the hoops to jump through
Contributed byGeorge NaasFirearms Processor Two of the most cringeworthy questions we get at Stage Stop Gun Shop, and likely at all California gun stores, start with “So, I almost always know what…
New CEO takes over at Fremont Hospital
After an exhaustive nationwide search and a dozen initial interviews, the John C.Fremont Healthcare District Board of Directors’ Chair Wendy Ryder-Priola has announced the selection of a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO)….
Local veterinarian answers the challenge of the famed Tevis endurance ride
The world-famous Tevis Cup endurance ride has been held since 1955. It’s not a challenge for the faint of heart or the inexperienced, untrained, or unfit rider.The Tevis Cup, operated by the…
From 1933 to today . . . a 90-year anthology of football at Mariposa County High School
Contributed byTrace DeSandresFormer teacher, coachand athletic director With coach Ed Vegely stepping away from the gridiron, six-year assistant coach Dan Church took the reins of the Grizzly football program.Coach Church was the…
December 16 marks National Wreaths Across America Day
Saturday, Dec. 16, is National Wreaths Across America Day and once again cemeteries in Mariposa County will be part of the celebratory event.The cemeteries that will be participating in the annual event…