Ahwahnee, CA….Today Firefighters continued to focus on structure protection in the areas around El Portal, Yosemite West, and Jerseydale/Mariposa Pines. They successfully kept the fire on the South side of the Merced River and Highway 140. The fire grew primarily to the South and East, with the majority of the growth occurring in the late […]
Groveland, CA…Two British Motorcyclists astride a 2018 Harley Davidson sustained major injuries when they struck the front of a 2018 Chevrolet driven by a French couple two miles east of the top of Old Priest Grade. The British couple sustained major injuries when they were ejected from their motorcycle and were flown to Modesto area […]
Groveland, CA…Traffic Update….Motorcycle vs Car near Sr120 / New Priest Grade Incident: 00268 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr120 / New Priest Grade Loc Desc: SR120 / NEW PRIEST GRADE Lat/Lon: 37.815589 -120.297849 Detail Information 1:32 PM 6 [15] 61-S3 120 COMPLETELY BLOCKED 1:12 PM 5 [12] [Notification] [CHP]-CDF IS 97, RDWY 1125 [Shared] 12:59 […]
Ahwahnee, CA….Residences and businesses in the State Route 140 corridor continue to be impacted. As the fire continues to move East and South, it will continue to threaten residences in the Jerseydale, Mariposa Pines, Clearing House and Incline areas. Fire crews are fighting the fire aggressively. Very steep terrain makes it difficult to insert crews […]
Ahwahnee, CA…This is NOT an Evacuation Order. This is an advisement only of a potential Evacuation Order should conditions change. The Advisory is for: National Park Service El Portal Complex, Rancheria Flat- Government Housing, El Portal Trailer Court, Old El Portal. Should this area become under a Mandatory Evacuation Order you will be notified via […]
Ahwahnee, CA…A MANDATORY EVACUATION has been issued for Incline Rd from Clearing House to the Foresta Bridge. Please evacuate as soon as possible. Please drive with caution and watch for responding emergency traffic. If you are signed up you will be notified via the Mariposa Sheriff’s Office Emergency Alert System by Text, Email and a […]
Ahwahnee, CA…Situation Summary: The inversion layer today was strong covering most of the area in smoke and limiting the activity noted during the two previous afternoons. Smoke limited the air attack and observation of the East side of the fire. However, late in the afternoon, conditions changed as the fire began to actively move Southwest […]
Ahwahnee, CA…The Unified Commanders, CAL FIRE, US Forest Service and Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office, will be hosting a community meeting to discuss the current situation of the Ferguson Fire. Officials will be giving an operational overview briefing highlighting the current actions that firefighters are taking on the fire. Current maps of the fire will be […]
Yosemite, CA…Crews successfully held the fire along Highway 140 and protected structures as the fire showed significant growth to the south in Nutmeg and Devils Gulch area. Crews initiated several important new containment lines including Sweetwater Ridge on the southwest flank of the fire. Contingency lines are also being established on the fires eastern flank […]
Jamestown, CA…On Sunday, July 15, 2018, at approximately 6:14 pm, a 91 year old male Sonora resident was driving a 1993 Toyota Camry eastbound on State Route 120/108, approaching Yosemite Junction. At this time, 42 year old Berkeley resident, Julieta Pisani-McCarthy, was driving a 2017 Ford Fiesta, westbound on State Route 120 intending to make […]
Sonora, CA…This week the Collaborative Alliance for Nursing Outcomes (CALNOC) announced that Adventist Health Sonora is being recognized with Performance Excellence Awards for Best Performance in Preventing Hospital Acquired Pressure Ulcers and Best Performance in Preventing Hospital Acquired Infections – MRSA Total Facility. Adventist Health Sonora has been recognized with these awards for achieving zero […]
Jackson, CA…The Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians believes strongly in helping our neighbors and strives to assist the community and the families of Amador County. As many of you know, we have been working hard over the last several years to restore the parks in your neighborhoods. One such project, Chaw’se Indian Grinding Rock, […]
Groveland, CA…The Lost Claim Campground on Groveland Ranger District will be closed to the public until July 20 due to a fire that ignited in the area July 12. The fire did not damage the campground’s infrastructure, but it was close enough that the area needs to be cleaned up before it will be ready […]
Jamestown, CA…Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept on July 10th..”The demolition of Rosalinda’s Gentlemen’s Club and Motel located along Hwy 108 in Jamestown began yesterday, four months after an undercover investigation culminating in a search warrant was conducted resulting in ten people being booked into the county jail. Crews arrived this morning to continue with efforts focused […]
Columbia, CA…Reserve the second Saturday of every month for Gold Rush Days at Columbia State Historic Park. You’ll get to see inside special exhibits, stores and residences not regularly open to the public. Docents in period attire will provide lots of information on the structure of their featured building, nature of its business and equipment, […]
Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county, and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Ever since we opened our first store in Downtown Sonora, our goal has been the same. To provide our customers with high quality, innovative outdoor products, priced so you can spend more time using your gear than paying for it. At SNAC, you’ll find affordable clothing and gear to outfit yourself […]
Arnold, CA…From the National Weather Service for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Sunny. Highs 73 to 88 higher elevations…86 to 94 lower elevations. Prevailing east winds up to 10 mph shifting to the southwest in the afternoon. Tonight Mostly clear. At higher elevations, a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. […]
Groveland, CA…Traffic Update….Vehicle Hanging Off Cliff Near Cherry Lake Rd / Sr120. Incident: 00288 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Cherry Lake Rd / Sr120 Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.824793 -120.010396 Detail Information 3:00 PM 7 [10] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 MILLER BROS TOW 2099627712 2:59 PM 6 [9] 61-004 START 1185 2:58 PM 5 [8] ETA […]
Long Barn, CA…Traffic Update…Bovines Heading for High Country Near Hwy 108 & Long Barn Road. The herd was heard mumbling over chewed cud that they were tired of the dried and burnt grasses in the foothills and they are summering in Eagle Meadows. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00206 Type: Animal Hazard Location: […]
Yosemite, CA…YourPassNow offers visitors new digital access to America’s public lands. Yosemite National Park announces the opportunity for park visitors to purchase their park entrance passes electronically through YourPassNow beginning on Thursday, June 21, 2018. Once visitors purchase and save their digital pass to their cell phone, or print and bring their purchased pass with […]
Yosemite, CA…Back on June 14th Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Conservancy and public officials dedicated the newly restored Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias following a landmark project to protect the ancient trees and reestablish the area’s natural serenity. “As the largest protection, restoration and improvement project in park history, this milestone reflects the unbridled passion so […]
Sonora, CA…This collision occurred as Mr. Williams was attempting to park his 2000 Chevrolet pickup truck in the Price Co grocery store parking lot directly in front of the store. Mr. Williams’ foot slipped off of the brake pedal and depressed the gas pedal causing the pick up to drive up onto the sidewalk. The […]
San Francisco, CA…In an effort to help prevent wildfires and protect communities, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is joining forces with local Fire Safe Councils to enhance the safety and preparedness of local communities. PG&E is providing $2 million to fund local Fire Safe Council projects to reduce the threat of wildfires and help […]
Arnold, Twain Harte & Groveland, CA…Twain Harte Pharmacy Employee of the Month: Abby-Pharmacy Clerk. “She is very eager to learn.” Friendly and courteous.” “Goes out of her way to help another.”
Groveland, CA…On Friday, July 6, 2018 at approximately 5:00 am, 38 year old Groveland resident, Reyna Dolores Moreno, was driving her 2004 Honda Accord. Moreno was backing her vehicle out of a private driveway on Alice Lane north of State Route 120. Due to her high level of alcohol intoxication, she allowed her vehicle to […]
Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county, and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]
Twain Harte, CA…Traffic Update….Dodge Ram vs Ford Pickup on Forest Route 3n01 Incident: 00411 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: 0 Forest Route 3n01 Loc Desc: MERRILL SPRINGS/LONG BARN Lat/Lon: 38.000141 -120.022000 Detail Information 5:51 PM 13 [43] 1039 S3 5:42 PM 12 [41] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 VICS TOWING 209-532-4523 5:40 PM 11 [38] 61-3 […]
Standard, CA…Traffic Update….15 – 20 Goats out near Tuolumne Rd / Eagle Ridge Rd Incident: 00286 Type: Animal Hazard Location: Tuolumne Rd / Eagle Ridge Rd Loc Desc: TUOLUMNE AT EAGLE RIDGE RD Lat/Lon: 37.962252 -120.326587 Detail Information 1:34 PM 1 [2] 15-20 GOATS LOOSE IN ROAD Unit Information 1:35 PM 2 Unit Assigned 1:35 […]
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