U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Listing and Critical Habitat Designation Proposed for Two Frogs and One Toad
Critical habitat of 2,205,400 acres is proposed for the Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog in Butte, Plumas, Lassen, Sierra, Nevada, Placer, El Dorado, Amador, Calaveras, Alpine, Mariposa, Mono, Madera, Tuolumne, Fresno and Inyo Counties.
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Mariposa County Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda for Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Agenda...

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Friday, May 17, 2013

Mariposa Saturday Weather Forecast 
A fabulous day! The high temps will warm up around three degrees from yesterday's high temps. Mariposa topped out at 72.5 degrees yesterday at the SST Weather Station, about 5 degrees warmer than Thursday's high temp. Sunday will top out at 79 degrees.
Read More on the Weather Page..

Plan Your Weekend
Weekend Special Edition Out & About
Special Weekend Out and About Edition

TODAY: Mariposa Patriots May 2013 Meeting
Saturday, May 18, 2013, 10:00 A.M.- Noon at the Mariposa VFW Hall, 5158 Hwy.140 in Mariposa.
Guest speaker Ken Pritchett from the The Appleseed Project,  an activity of The Revolutionary War Veterans Association, dedicated to teaching every American our shared heritage and history as well as traditional rifle marksmanship skills. Representatives from Pure Combat Training and Thrive Foods will also give presentations. We will also have brief updates on the IRS scandal, Mariposa Board of Supervisors and the Merced River Plan.

TODAY: Mariposa County Arts Council To Host San Jose Taiko Drummers On May 18, 2013
The Mariposa County Arts Council is proud to bring San Jose Taiko to Mariposa on Saturday, May 18th at 7:00 p.m. at the Mariposa County High School Fiester Auditorium. San Jose Taiko has mesmerized audiences and critics alike with the powerful, spellbinding and propulsive sounds of taiko, the Japanese drum. Inspired by traditional Japanese drumming...
Read More...

TODAY: Wawona Town Planning Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda for Saturday, May 18, 2013
Items on the agenda include: Possible Brown Act Violations and Proposed Solid Waste Fee Increase.
Agenda...

TODAY: Volunteer Fire Company #32 & Chowchilla Mountain Women's Club Host Annual Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner On May 18, 2013
...The dinner is free and includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread and dessert. We accept donations and will also be selling T-shirts and cookbooks, all of which supports our Volunteer Fire Co... 
Read More...

TODAY: 3rd Annual Community Safety Saturday At Hilmar Cheese Company On May 18, 2013
GDI Insurance Agency’s 3rd Annual  Community Safety Saturday^™ will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at the  Hilmar Cheese Company... Hilmar’s own Dot-Marie Jones, two-time Primetime Emmy^® Award nominee for her role as Coach Shannon Beiste on the hit TV show Glee, will be on-site to sign autographs and the anti-bullying book Just Like You!...
Read More...

TODAY: Valley Knights of Columbus Hold Annual “Spring Clean” Flea Market On May 18, 2013
...Annual Flea Market on Saturday, May 18 from 7 AM to 3 PM, at the corner of McCourtney & Old Auburn Roads - across from Gate 3 of the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley. Shoppers will find wonderful treasures and great bargains from many vendors, as well as food & fun...
Read More...

TODAY: Coulterville Rebekah's Announce Special Breakfast On May 18, 2013
The Mystery Rebekah Lodge #175 are excited to announce their Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, May 18th will have a special price to celebrate all the May Holidays. Adults will be $3 and children will be $1.50. A family of two adults and two children will be $8...
Read More...

Today in Area News
The Arc of Fresno/Madera counties to take place of Heartland
Read the Area News...

Deer Hair-loss Syndrome Challenges California Researchers
Low Fawn Survival Rate Impacts Population.
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California’s April 2013 Unemployment Rate Decreases to 9.0 Percent
Nonfarm payroll jobs increase by 10,400.
Read More...

California Governor Jerry Brown Calls for Action on Plan to Improve School Funding System
Under the plan, 80 cents of each state education dollar will be spent on base grants for all students, 16 cents on a supplemental grant for students from low-income families, English learners and foster youth and 4 cents on concentration grants for school districts with high numbers of these targeted students.
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VA Announces New Grants to Help End Veterans’ Homelessness in 2015
The Department of Housing and Urban Development, estimated there were 62,619 homeless Veterans on a single night in January 2012 in the United States.
Read More...

Up-date: Grand Fire in Kern County Incident Information
Started: May 15, 2013 at 12:50 p.m. 4,300 acres and 55% contained as of May 17, 2013 8:15 p.m. 
South of Frazier Mountain Park Rd, South of Frazier Park. The fire burned aggressively towards the south and east (Hungry Valley State Recreation Area & Gorman) throughout the afternoon pushed by strong strong south winds. CAL FIRE Incident Management Team #6 has been activated to manage the fire that is burning in state lands (Kern & Ventura Counties) and adjacent to the Los Padres National Forest. 1,853 firefighters, 84 engines 77 fire crews, 11 helicopters, 14 bulldozers, 20 water tenders. Firefighters successful in completing line construction around the fire. Demobilization of equipment and crews will begin tomorrow.

California Attorney General Kamala D. Harris Brings Together District Attorneys, Law Enforcement to Combat Gun Violence
“Gun violence continues to be a distressing and persistent problem in the United States, but California is leading the nation in smart, common-sense gun policies designed to protect our communities,” said Attorney General Harris.
Read More...

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Yosemite Conservancy Announces a Live Streaming Web Cam of Yosemite Falls in Yosemite National Park
Watch as the majestic Yosemite Falls reaches peak flow this spring and relax as you will almost be able to feel the wind blowing through the trees from your desktop. 
Read More...

Mariposa County April 2013 Unemployment Rate Continues Downward Trend
Employment was up by 340 residents compared to April 2012
Read More...

2013 Fire Season Begins in Yosemite National Park on Monday, May 20
This year, vegetation is drying out faster than average due to the low snowpack the park received over the last two winter seasons, making for fire danger above average for this time of year.
Read More...

Congressman Tom McClintock Addresses the House on the IRS Scandal: Freedom Under Siege (Video)
"It now appears that nearly 500 conservative groups were subjected to invasive review and intimidation," said Congressman McClintock.
Read More...

Mariposa Man Suffers Fatal Injuries in Highway 140 Accident on Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Gregory Porter, 39 of Mariposa was driving a 1999 Chevy truck eastbound on Highway 140 just north of Smith Road on Tuesday afternoon, May 14, 2013.
Read More...

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Thursday, May 16, 2013

Reminder: Mariposa County High School Grizzly Boosters Club Need Donations For 2013 Sober Grad Night
...(MCHS) Grizzly Boosters Club continues to prepare for the 2013 Sober Grad Night event which is held immediately after the graduation ceremony on Wed., June 5, 2013. Each year, volunteers of the Boosters Club run this event to honor the year's graduating class. The purpose is to provide MCHS graduates a safe and sober way to celebrate their graduation together at no cost to them. Other Sober Grad Nights charge the graduates a fee to participate...
Read More... 

Upcoming Stanislaus National Forest Road Maintenance Projects
Fraser Flat and Cottonwood Roads affected.
Read More...

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Reports New Study Shows Post-Prison Arrests are Down, Convictions Static under Realignment
CDCR tracked inmates released from prison pre- and post-Realignment.
Read More...

California Employment Development Department Announces Unemployment Insurance Customer Service Center Hours Being Cut
Read More...

Sierra Foothill Charter School Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
As part of Teacher Appreciation Week, Board Chair Jill Harry presented gift certificates to local day spa, The Wellness Nook, to all teachers and aides on behalf of the SFCS board as a small token of appreciation for the hard work they have put into making SFCS's first year so successful...
Read More...

Mariposa AAUW To Host A Viewing Of “The Invisible War” On May 23, 2013
Join the Mariposa AAUW Branch and the Social Issues Film Forum Thursday, May 23, for a viewing of the ninety minute film “The Invisible War” which focuses on the timely topic of sexual harassment in the military. Following the viewing, discussion will be led by a member of the Women’s Studies Program at CSUFresno...
Read More...

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Wednesday, May 15, 2013

AAA May 2013 Report Shows California Gas Prices on Upward Trend
Prices Up in Most Metro Areas—State Average $4.05, Says AAA.
Read More...

Census Bureau Reports International Migration is Projected to Become Primary Driver of U.S. Population Growth for First Time in Nearly Two Centuries
"Our nation has had higher immigration rates in the past, particularly during the great waves of the late 19th and early 20th centuries," said Thomas Mesenbourg, the Census Bureau's senior adviser.
Read More...

Congressman Tom McClintock Addresses the House on Obamacare
“We love you guys.  But here’s what we make; here’s what Obamacare will cost us; we can’t stay in business with Obamacare.  But if we cut back everybody to 29 hours per week, we can avoid the mandate and stay in business," said Congressman McClintock.
Read More...

Congressional Budget Office Comments on H.R. 45, a Bill to Repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
With the House planning to take up H.R. 45, a bill to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, very shortly, you requested that the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) provide a cost estimate for that legislation. 
Read More...

VA Mandates Overtime to Accelerate the Elimination of the Disability Compensation Claims Backlog
“VA is dedicated to providing Veterans with the care and benefits they have earned and deserve,” said VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki.
Read More...

American Farm Bureau Federation Comments on House Agriculture Committee Approval of the 2013 Farm Bill
"The emphasis on crop insurance as a risk management tool, combined with flexibility that the measures offer through other safety net choices, will go a long way in ensuring a stable agricultural economy over the next few years," said Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau Federation.
Read More...

IRS Admits Targeting “Tea Party” and “Patriot” Groups for Harassment in 2012 Election
Tea Party Patriots Reject Apology, Demand Resignations and Insist on Investigation.
Read More...

President Obama's Statement on the Situation Regarding the Internal Revenue Service (Video)
Acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller resigns. 
Read More...

CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Reports Strong Increases in April 2013 Housing Prices
California home sales and prices spring higher in April; median price posts five-year high.
Read More...

Mariposa Pines/Jerseydale Fire Safe Committee Announce a General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
This important meeting is for preparation of bidding for possible Firehouse properties in the neighborhood.
Read More...

Around the Web
Man pleads not guilty in Mariposa museum theft case
One of five men accused in the robbery of the California State Mining and Mineral Museum entered a not guilty plea Tuesday, according to his attorney. 
Read More at the Merced Sun Star...
(pay wall) 

Assemblyman Frank Bigelow Responds to the Governor’s May Revision of the State Budget Proposal
“Today, I’m glad to hear the Governor continue to call for fiscal restraint and prudence in the state’s budgeting process,” Bigelow said.
Read More...

Department of Veterans Affairs Releases Draft Gulf War Task Force Report
The report describes how the Department of Veterans Affairs has been, and will continue to address the concerns of Veterans who deployed during the Gulf War in 1990 and 1991.
Read More...

Nevada And California Renew Partnership To Preserve, Enhance Lake Tahoe Region
More than four decades ago, the governors of California and Nevada and lawmakers in both states approved the bi-state compact that created a regional planning agency to help oversee development at Lake Tahoe.
Read More...

Congressional  Budget Office Projects Federal Budget Deficit to Have the Smallest Shortfall Since 2008
Because revenues, under current law, are projected to rise more rapidly than spending in the next two years, deficits in CBO’s baseline projections continue to shrink, falling to 2.1 percent of GDP by 2015
Read More...

Assemblymember Kristin Olsen Comments On Governor Brown’s May 2013 Budget Revise With Increased Funding for Schools
“If implemented correctly, these new programs along with long overdue education reforms will raise student achievement and better match our education system with workforce needs," said Assemblymember Olsen. 
Read More...

Stanislaus National Forest Announces Annual Pinecrest Lake Fish Faire to be Held on Saturday, June 8, 2013
The Fish Faire includes humor and musical entertainment by Bill Roberson, many hands-on activities, and new passport stations including fly fishing demonstrations by Mother Lode Fly Fishing Club.
Read More...

Motorcycle Fatality in Mariposa County on Monday, May 13, 2013
On Monday, May 13, 2013 Mark Harris of Yosemite Falls Well Drilling was heading south on Highway 49.
Read More..

California Governor Jerry Brown Boosts Investment in Schools, Continues Call for Fiscal Restraint in May 2013 Revised State Budget
"This budget builds a solid foundation for California's future by investing in our schools, continuing to pay down our debts and establishing a prudent reserve," said Governor Brown.
Read More...

Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Paints Faces At The 2013 Mariposa Butterfly Festival
Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Academy Director Monica Nelson creatively transforms a little girl's face into a beautiful purple butterfly during the 2013 Butterfly Festival. Kiwanis preschool once again had a face painting booth...
Read More...

“Calling All Cowgirls” Mariposa County Fair 2013 Rodeo Queen Competition Now Open
The Mariposa Mountain Riders along with the Mariposa Friends of the Fair Foundation are proud to announce the return of the Mariposa County Fair Rodeo Queen Competition. Entries are Due Saturday, June 1, 2013. There are three divisions: Junior Princess, Princess and Queen...
Read More...

Mariposa Choral Concert Will Feature The Music Of Broadway And Piccadilly On May 21, 2013
Music from the modern musical theater will be featured in a choral concert on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at the Richard D. Fiester Auditorium at 7 p.m. ...The MCHS Concert Choir and Advanced Chorus will join with the Community Chorus to perform a tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber...
Read More...

Mariposa County Fire Dept. Log
Mon., May 6 thru Sun., May 12

North Fork Rancheria Job Listings
TANF Career Development Coordinator. Requirements:  knowledge of State or Tribal TANF regulations pertaining to employment & education training, labor market regulations & resources...
Read More...

Area News
Today in Area News

Yosemite Conservancy Announces a Live Streaming Web Cam of Yosemite Falls in Yosemite National Park
Watch as the majestic Yosemite Falls reaches peak flow this spring and relax as you will almost be able to feel the wind blowing through the trees from your desktop.
Read More...

Mariposa County April 2013 Unemployment Rate Continues Downward Trend
Employment was up by 340 residents compared to April 2012
Read More...

2013 Fire Season Begins in Yosemite National Park on Monday, May 20>
This year, vegetation is drying out faster than average due to the low snowpack the park received over the last two winter seasons, making for fire danger above average for this time of year.
Read More...

Congressman Tom McClintock Addresses the House on the IRS Scandal: Freedom Under Siege (Video)
"It now appears that nearly 500 conservative groups were subjected to invasive review and intimidation," said Congressman McClintock.
Read More...

Mariposa Man Suffers Fatal Injuries in Highway 140 Accident on Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Gregory Porter, 39 of Mariposa was driving a 1999 Chevy truck eastbound on Highway 140 just north of Smith Road on Tuesday afternoon, May 14, 2013.
Read More...

TODAY: Mariposa County Planning Commission Meeting Agenda for Friday, May 17, 2013
Agenda...

Mariposa Friday Weather Forecast 
A slight chance of morning showers. We should see a mostly sunny day with the high temp inline with yesterday's high temps by a couple of degrees. Mariposa topped out at 67.4 degrees yesterday at the SST Weather Station, about 15 degrees cooler than Wednesday's high temp. A few drips and drops of rain were reported in the area yesterday. The weekend temps will see Saturday come in at 73 degrees while Sunday warms up to 79 degrees.
Read More on the Weather Page..

Plan Your Weekend
Weekend Special Edition Out & About
Special Weekend Out and About Edition

Deadline Today: MSO Invite Mariposa County Youth To Enter This Years "Young Master Composers Celebration" Contest 
Is There A Young Mozart in Your House? How often does an 8-year-old have the chance to hear a symphony orchestra play music dreamed up by that child? In Mariposa, the answer is: once a year... Mariposa County residents aged 8 – 18 to enter their annual "Young Master Composers Celebration" contest, but time is running out very soon with all entries due in the Arts Council’s office by 4 PM on Fri., May 17...
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Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Thursday, May 16, 2013

Tomorrow: Mariposa County Arts Council To Host San Jose Taiko Drummers On May 18, 2013
The Mariposa County Arts Council is proud to bring San Jose Taiko to Mariposa on Saturday, May 18th at 7:00 p.m. at the Mariposa County High School Fiester Auditorium. San Jose Taiko has mesmerized audiences and critics alike with the powerful, spellbinding and propulsive sounds of taiko, the Japanese drum. Inspired by traditional Japanese drumming...
Read More...

Reminder: Mariposa County High School Grizzly Boosters Club Need Donations For 2013 Sober Grad Night
...(MCHS) Grizzly Boosters Club continues to prepare for the 2013 Sober Grad Night event which is held immediately after the graduation ceremony on Wed., June 5, 2013. Each year, volunteers of the Boosters Club run this event to honor the year's graduating class. The purpose is to provide MCHS graduates a safe and sober way to celebrate their graduation together at no cost to them. Other Sober Grad Nights charge the graduates a fee to participate...
Read More... 

Upcoming Stanislaus National Forest Road Maintenance Projects
Fraser Flat and Cottonwood Roads affected.
Read More...

Today in Area News
Judge To Hear Lawsuit Over California High-Speed Rail Bonds
Read the Area News...

Up-date: Grand Fire in Kern County Incident Information
Started: May 15, 2013 at 12:50 p.m. 3,800 acres and 25% contained as of May 16, 2013 9:15 p.m.
South of Frazier Mountain Park Rd, South of Frazier Park. The fire burned aggressively towards the south and east (Hungry Valley State Recreation Area & Gorman) throughout the afternoon pushed by strong strong south winds. CAL FIRE Incident Management Team #6 has been activated to manage the fire that is burning in state lands (Kern & Ventura Counties) and adjacent to the Los Padres National Forest. 1,445 firefighters, 65 engines 81 fire crews, 7 air tankers, 7 helicopters, 9 bulldozers, 20 water tenders.

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Reports New Study Shows Post-Prison Arrests are Down, Convictions Static under Realignment
CDCR tracked inmates released from prison pre- and post-Realignment.
Read More...

California Employment Development Department Announces Unemployment Insurance Customer Service Center Hours Being Cut
Read More...

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Wawona Town Planning Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda for Saturday, May 18, 2013
Items on the agenda include: Possible Brown Act Violations and Proposed Solid Waste Fee Increase.
Agenda...

Sierra Foothill Charter School Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
As part of Teacher Appreciation Week, Board Chair Jill Harry presented gift certificates to local day spa, The Wellness Nook, to all teachers and aides on behalf of the SFCS board as a small token of appreciation for the hard work they have put into making SFCS's first year so successful...
Read More...

Mariposa AAUW To Host A Viewing Of “The Invisible War” On May 23, 2013
Join the Mariposa AAUW Branch and the Social Issues Film Forum Thursday, May 23, for a viewing of the ninety minute film “The Invisible War” which focuses on the timely topic of sexual harassment in the military. Following the viewing, discussion will be led by a member of the Women’s Studies Program at CSUFresno...
Read More...

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Wednesday, May 15, 2013

3rd Annual Community Safety Saturday At Hilmar Cheese Company On May 18, 2013
GDI Insurance Agency’s 3rd Annual  Community Safety Saturday^™ will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at the  Hilmar Cheese Company... Hilmar’s own Dot-Marie Jones, two-time Primetime Emmy^® Award nominee for her role as Coach Shannon Beiste on the hit TV show Glee, will be on-site to sign autographs and the anti-bullying book Just Like You!...
Read More...

Grass Valley Knights of Columbus Hold Annual “Spring Clean” Flea Market On May 18, 2013
...Annual Flea Market on Saturday, May 18 from 7 AM to 3 PM, at the corner of McCourtney & Old Auburn Roads - across from Gate 3 of the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley. Shoppers will find wonderful treasures and great bargains from many vendors, as well as food & fun...
Read More...

Coulterville Rebekah's Announce Special Breakfast On May 18, 2013
The Mystery Rebekah Lodge #175 are excited to announce their Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, May 18th will have a special price to celebrate all the May Holidays. Adults will be $3 and children will be $1.50. A family of two adults and two children will be $8...
Read More...

AAA May 2013 Report Shows California Gas Prices on Upward Trend
Prices Up in Most Metro Areas—State Average $4.05, Says AAA.
Read More...

Grand Fire in Kern County Incident Information
Started: May 15, 2013 at 12:50 p.m. 3,00 acres and 10% Contained  as of 10:28 p.m. update. 
South of Frazier Mountain Park Rd, South of Frazier Park. The fire burned aggressively towards the south and east (Hungry Valley State Recreation Area & Gorman) throughout the afternoon pushed by strong strong south winds. CAL FIRE Incident Management Team #6 has been activated to manage the fire that is burning in state lands (Kern & Ventura Counties) and adjacent to the Los Padres National Forest.

Census Bureau Reports International Migration is Projected to Become Primary Driver of U.S. Population Growth for First Time in Nearly Two Centuries
"Our nation has had higher immigration rates in the past, particularly during the great waves of the late 19th and early 20th centuries," said Thomas Mesenbourg, the Census Bureau's senior adviser.
Read More...

Congressman Tom McClintock Addresses the House on Obamacare
“We love you guys.  But here’s what we make; here’s what Obamacare will cost us; we can’t stay in business with Obamacare.  But if we cut back everybody to 29 hours per week, we can avoid the mandate and stay in business," said Congressman McClintock.
Read More...

Congressional Budget Office Comments on H.R. 45, a Bill to Repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
With the House planning to take up H.R. 45, a bill to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, very shortly, you requested that the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) provide a cost estimate for that legislation. 
Read More...

VA Mandates Overtime to Accelerate the Elimination of the Disability Compensation Claims Backlog
“VA is dedicated to providing Veterans with the care and benefits they have earned and deserve,” said VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki.
Read More...

American Farm Bureau Federation Comments on House Agriculture Committee Approval of the 2013 Farm Bill
"The emphasis on crop insurance as a risk management tool, combined with flexibility that the measures offer through other safety net choices, will go a long way in ensuring a stable agricultural economy over the next few years," said Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau Federation.
Read More...

IRS Admits Targeting “Tea Party” and “Patriot” Groups for Harassment in 2012 Election
Tea Party Patriots Reject Apology, Demand Resignations and Insist on Investigation.
Read More...

President Obama's Statement on the Situation Regarding the Internal Revenue Service (Video)
Acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller resigns. 
Read More...

CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Reports Strong Increases in April 2013 Housing Prices
California home sales and prices spring higher in April; median price posts five-year high.
Read More...

Mariposa Pines/Jerseydale Fire Safe Committee Announce a General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
This important meeting is for preparation of bidding for possible Firehouse properties in the neighborhood.
Read More...

Around the Web
Man pleads not guilty in Mariposa museum theft case
One of five men accused in the robbery of the California State Mining and Mineral Museum entered a not guilty plea Tuesday, according to his attorney. 
Read More at the Merced Sun Star...
(pay wall) 

Assemblyman Frank Bigelow Responds to the Governor’s May Revision of the State Budget Proposal
“Today, I’m glad to hear the Governor continue to call for fiscal restraint and prudence in the state’s budgeting process,” Bigelow said.
Read More...

Department of Veterans Affairs Releases Draft Gulf War Task Force Report
The report describes how the Department of Veterans Affairs has been, and will continue to address the concerns of Veterans who deployed during the Gulf War in 1990 and 1991.
Read More...

Nevada And California Renew Partnership To Preserve, Enhance Lake Tahoe Region
More than four decades ago, the governors of California and Nevada and lawmakers in both states approved the bi-state compact that created a regional planning agency to help oversee development at Lake Tahoe.
Read More...

Congressional  Budget Office Projects Federal Budget Deficit to Have the Smallest Shortfall Since 2008
Because revenues, under current law, are projected to rise more rapidly than spending in the next two years, deficits in CBO’s baseline projections continue to shrink, falling to 2.1 percent of GDP by 2015
Read More...

Assemblymember Kristin Olsen Comments On Governor Brown’s May 2013 Budget Revise With Increased Funding for Schools
“If implemented correctly, these new programs along with long overdue education reforms will raise student achievement and better match our education system with workforce needs," said Assemblymember Olsen. 
Read More...

Stanislaus National Forest Announces Annual Pinecrest Lake Fish Faire to be Held on Saturday, June 8, 2013
The Fish Faire includes humor and musical entertainment by Bill Roberson, many hands-on activities, and new passport stations including fly fishing demonstrations by Mother Lode Fly Fishing Club.
Read More...

Motorcycle Fatality in Mariposa County on Monday, May 13, 2013
On Monday, May 13, 2013 Mark Harris of Yosemite Falls Well Drilling was heading south on Highway 49.
Read More..

California Governor Jerry Brown Boosts Investment in Schools, Continues Call for Fiscal Restraint in May 2013 Revised State Budget
"This budget builds a solid foundation for California's future by investing in our schools, continuing to pay down our debts and establishing a prudent reserve," said Governor Brown.
Read More...

New Mariposa County Burning Restrictions
No Burning Below 4,000 Feet

Wildland Firefighters Battle Fire Over Mother’s Day Weekend in Sierra National Forest
Over 180 inter-agency personnel responded to the Chiquito Fire, located north of Beasore Creek and approximately three miles off of the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, Bass Lake Ranger District.
Read More...

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Reminds Public to Stash Food and Trash as “Be Bear Aware” Month Begins
“Our bear problems are human-caused. It is people’s behavior that needs to change,” said Marc Kenyon, CDFW’s Bear Program Manager.
Read More...

Volunteer Fire Company #32 & Chowchilla Mountain Women's Club Host Annual Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner On May 18, 2013
...The dinner is free and includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread and dessert. We accept donations and will also be selling T-shirts and cookbooks, all of which supports our Volunteer Fire Co... 
Read More...

Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Paints Faces At The 2013 Mariposa Butterfly Festival
Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Academy Director Monica Nelson creatively transforms a little girl's face into a beautiful purple butterfly during the 2013 Butterfly Festival. Kiwanis preschool once again had a face painting booth...
Read More...

“Calling All Cowgirls” Mariposa County Fair 2013 Rodeo Queen Competition Now Open
The Mariposa Mountain Riders along with the Mariposa Friends of the Fair Foundation are proud to announce the return of the Mariposa County Fair Rodeo Queen Competition. Entries are Due Saturday, June 1, 2013. There are three divisions: Junior Princess, Princess and Queen...
Read More...

Sierra Foothill Charter School Students Enjoy Butterfly Celebration
Just in time for the Butterfly Festival in Mariposa, students at Sierra Foothill Charter School released their butterflies last Friday, followed by fun games in the field and the making of masks at the outdoor tables...
Read More...

Mariposa Choral Concert Will Feature The Music Of Broadway And Piccadilly On May 21, 2013
Music from the modern musical theater will be featured in a choral concert on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at the Richard D. Fiester Auditorium at 7 p.m. ...The MCHS Concert Choir and Advanced Chorus will join with the Community Chorus to perform a tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber...
Read More...

Mariposa County Fire Dept. Log
Mon., May 6 thru Sun., May 12

California State Library's Pinterest Boards Ranked #1 on "Most Social Media Friendly State Libraries" List
The State Library's Gold Rush Pinterest board was highlighted by the list's authors.
Read More...

Artists Sought for 2013 California Upland Game Bird Stamp Contest
An upland game bird stamp is required for hunting migratory and resident upland game birds in California
Read More...

North Fork Rancheria Job Listings
TANF Career Development Coordinator. Requirements:  knowledge of State or Tribal TANF regulations pertaining to employment & education training, labor market regulations & resources...
Read More...

Area News
Today in Area News

Mariposa Man Suffers Fatal Injuries in Highway 140 Accident on Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Gregory Porter, 39 of Mariposa was driving a 1999 Chevy truck eastbound on Highway 140 just north of Smith Road on Tuesday afternoon, May 14, 2013.
Read More...

Plan Your Weekend
Weekend Special Edition Out & About
Special Weekend Out and About Edition

Mariposa Thursday Weather Forecast 
Changes in the weather today as a weather system moves into the area bringing a 20% chance of afternoon showers! Partly sunny to mostly cloudy today with the high temp falling twelve plus degrees from yesterday's high temps. Also could be breezy in some locations. Mariposa topped out at 83.8 degrees yesterday at the SST Weather Station, .2 degrees warmer than Tuesday's high temp. Friday has a projected high temp of 68 degrees with a 20% chance of showers. The weekend temps will be in the low to mid 70's.
Read More on the Weather Page..

Mariposa County Arts Council To Host San Jose Taiko Drummers On May 18, 2013
The Mariposa County Arts Council is proud to bring San Jose Taiko to Mariposa on Saturday, May 18th at 7:00 p.m. at the Mariposa County High School Fiester Auditorium. San Jose Taiko has mesmerized audiences and critics alike with the powerful, spellbinding and propulsive sounds of taiko, the Japanese drum. Inspired by traditional Japanese drumming...
Read More...

Wawona Town Planning Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda for Saturday, May 18, 2013
Items on the agenda include: Possible Brown Act Violations and Proposed Solid Waste Fee Increase.
Agenda...

Sierra Foothill Charter School Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
As part of Teacher Appreciation Week, Board Chair Jill Harry presented gift certificates to local day spa, The Wellness Nook, to all teachers and aides on behalf of the SFCS board as a small token of appreciation for the hard work they have put into making SFCS's first year so successful...
Read More...

Mariposa AAUW To Host A Viewing Of “The Invisible War” On May 23, 2013
Join the Mariposa AAUW Branch and the Social Issues Film Forum Thursday, May 23, for a viewing of the ninety minute film “The Invisible War” which focuses on the timely topic of sexual harassment in the military. Following the viewing, discussion will be led by a member of the Women’s Studies Program at CSUFresno...
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Deadline Tomorrow: MSO Invite Mariposa County Youth To Enter This Years "Young Master Composers Celebration" Contest 
Is There A Young Mozart in Your House? How often does an 8-year-old have the chance to hear a symphony orchestra play music dreamed up by that child? In Mariposa, the answer is: once a year... Mariposa County residents aged 8 – 18 to enter their annual "Young Master Composers Celebration" contest, but time is running out very soon with all entries due in the Arts Council’s office by 4 PM on Fri., May 17...
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Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Wednesday, May 15, 2013

3rd Annual Community Safety Saturday At Hilmar Cheese Company On May 18, 2013
GDI Insurance Agency’s 3rd Annual  Community Safety Saturday^™ will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at the  Hilmar Cheese Company... Hilmar’s own Dot-Marie Jones, two-time Primetime Emmy^® Award nominee for her role as Coach Shannon Beiste on the hit TV show Glee, will be on-site to sign autographs and the anti-bullying book Just Like You!...
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Grass Valley Knights of Columbus Hold Annual “Spring Clean” Flea Market On May 18, 2013
...Annual Flea Market on Saturday, May 18 from 7 AM to 3 PM, at the corner of McCourtney & Old Auburn Roads - across from Gate 3 of the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley. Shoppers will find wonderful treasures and great bargains from many vendors, as well as food & fun...
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Coulterville Rebekah's Announce Special Breakfast On May 18, 2013
The Mystery Rebekah Lodge #175 are excited to announce their Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, May 18th will have a special price to celebrate all the May Holidays. Adults will be $3 and children will be $1.50. A family of two adults and two children will be $8...
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AAA May 2013 Report Shows California Gas Prices on Upward Trend
Prices Up in Most Metro Areas—State Average $4.05, Says AAA.
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Grand Fire in Kern County Incident Information
Started: May 15, 2013 at 12:50 p.m. 3,00 acres and 10% Contained  as of 10:28 p.m. update. 
South of Frazier Mountain Park Rd, South of Frazier Park. The fire burned aggressively towards the south and east (Hungry Valley State Recreation Area & Gorman) throughout the afternoon pushed by strong strong south winds. CAL FIRE Incident Management Team #6 has been activated to manage the fire that is burning in state lands (Kern & Ventura Counties) and adjacent to the Los Padres National Forest.

Today in Area News
12-year-old accused in Leila's death hears charges in juvenile court
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Census Bureau Reports International Migration is Projected to Become Primary Driver of U.S. Population Growth for First Time in Nearly Two Centuries
"Our nation has had higher immigration rates in the past, particularly during the great waves of the late 19th and early 20th centuries," said Thomas Mesenbourg, the Census Bureau's senior adviser.
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Congressman Tom McClintock Addresses the House on Obamacare
“We love you guys.  But here’s what we make; here’s what Obamacare will cost us; we can’t stay in business with Obamacare.  But if we cut back everybody to 29 hours per week, we can avoid the mandate and stay in business," said Congressman McClintock.
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Congressional Budget Office Comments on H.R. 45, a Bill to Repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
With the House planning to take up H.R. 45, a bill to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, very shortly, you requested that the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) provide a cost estimate for that legislation. 
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VA Mandates Overtime to Accelerate the Elimination of the Disability Compensation Claims Backlog
“VA is dedicated to providing Veterans with the care and benefits they have earned and deserve,” said VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki.
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American Farm Bureau Federation Comments on House Agriculture Committee Approval of the 2013 Farm Bill
"The emphasis on crop insurance as a risk management tool, combined with flexibility that the measures offer through other safety net choices, will go a long way in ensuring a stable agricultural economy over the next few years," said Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau Federation.
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IRS Admits Targeting “Tea Party” and “Patriot” Groups for Harassment in 2012 Election
Tea Party Patriots Reject Apology, Demand Resignations and Insist on Investigation.
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President Obama's Statement on the Situation Regarding the Internal Revenue Service (Video)
Acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller resigns. 
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CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Reports Strong Increases in April 2013 Housing Prices
California home sales and prices spring higher in April; median price posts five-year high.
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Mariposa Pines/Jerseydale Fire Safe Committee Announce a General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
This important meeting is for preparation of bidding for possible Firehouse properties in the neighborhood.
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Around the Web
Man pleads not guilty in Mariposa museum theft case
One of five men accused in the robbery of the California State Mining and Mineral Museum entered a not guilty plea Tuesday, according to his attorney. 
Read More at the Merced Sun Star...
(pay wall) 

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Tuesday May 14, 2013 Accident on HWY 140 and Old HWY N with Vehicle on Fire
Up-date 7:00 P.M.  The CHP reports now have a fatality listed. A red pickup left the roadway and went down an embankment near the intersection of Highway 140 and Old Highway North. A fire began and County Fire with Mariposa Fire and CDF put out the flames and were busy clearing brush. Slightly over a half acre burned.

Mariposa County Planning Commission Meeting Agenda for Friday, May 17, 2013
Agenda...

Assemblyman Frank Bigelow Responds to the Governor’s May Revision of the State Budget Proposal
“Today, I’m glad to hear the Governor continue to call for fiscal restraint and prudence in the state’s budgeting process,” Bigelow said.
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Department of Veterans Affairs Releases Draft Gulf War Task Force Report
The report describes how the Department of Veterans Affairs has been, and will continue to address the concerns of Veterans who deployed during the Gulf War in 1990 and 1991.
Read More...

Nevada And California Renew Partnership To Preserve, Enhance Lake Tahoe Region
More than four decades ago, the governors of California and Nevada and lawmakers in both states approved the bi-state compact that created a regional planning agency to help oversee development at Lake Tahoe.
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Congressional  Budget Office Projects Federal Budget Deficit to Have the Smallest Shortfall Since 2008
Because revenues, under current law, are projected to rise more rapidly than spending in the next two years, deficits in CBO’s baseline projections continue to shrink, falling to 2.1 percent of GDP by 2015
Read More...

Assemblymember Kristin Olsen Comments On Governor Brown’s May 2013 Budget Revise With Increased Funding for Schools
“If implemented correctly, these new programs along with long overdue education reforms will raise student achievement and better match our education system with workforce needs," said Assemblymember Olsen. 
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Stanislaus National Forest Announces Annual Pinecrest Lake Fish Faire to be Held on Saturday, June 8, 2013
The Fish Faire includes humor and musical entertainment by Bill Roberson, many hands-on activities, and new passport stations including fly fishing demonstrations by Mother Lode Fly Fishing Club.
Read More...

Motorcycle Fatality in Mariposa County on Monday, May 13, 2013
On Monday, May 13, 2013 Mark Harris of Yosemite Falls Well Drilling was heading south on Highway 49.
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California Governor Jerry Brown Boosts Investment in Schools, Continues Call for Fiscal Restraint in May 2013 Revised State Budget
"This budget builds a solid foundation for California's future by investing in our schools, continuing to pay down our debts and establishing a prudent reserve," said Governor Brown.
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New Mariposa County Burning Restrictions
No Burning Below 4,000 Feet

Hearing set in Mariposa museum theft case
Christopher Scott Sheffield, 42, was scheduled for arraignment, but the hearing was continued until May 28, according to Mariposa County District Attorney Thomas K. Cooke. 
Read More at the Merced Sun Star...
(pay wall)

Wildland Firefighters Battle Fire Over Mother’s Day Weekend in Sierra National Forest
Over 180 inter-agency personnel responded to the Chiquito Fire, located north of Beasore Creek and approximately three miles off of the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, Bass Lake Ranger District.
Read More...

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Reminds Public to Stash Food and Trash as “Be Bear Aware” Month Begins
“Our bear problems are human-caused. It is people’s behavior that needs to change,” said Marc Kenyon, CDFW’s Bear Program Manager.
Read More...

Volunteer Fire Company #32 & Chowchilla Mountain Women's Club Host Annual Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner On May 18, 2013
...The dinner is free and includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread and dessert. We accept donations and will also be selling T-shirts and cookbooks, all of which supports our Volunteer Fire Co... 
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Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Paints Faces At The 2013 Mariposa Butterfly Festival
Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Academy Director Monica Nelson creatively transforms a little girl's face into a beautiful purple butterfly during the 2013 Butterfly Festival. Kiwanis preschool once again had a face painting booth...
Read More...

“Calling All Cowgirls” Mariposa County Fair 2013 Rodeo Queen Competition Now Open
The Mariposa Mountain Riders along with the Mariposa Friends of the Fair Foundation are proud to announce the return of the Mariposa County Fair Rodeo Queen Competition. Entries are Due Saturday, June 1, 2013. There are three divisions: Junior Princess, Princess and Queen...
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Sierra Foothill Charter School Students Enjoy Butterfly Celebration
Just in time for the Butterfly Festival in Mariposa, students at Sierra Foothill Charter School released their butterflies last Friday, followed by fun games in the field and the making of masks at the outdoor tables...
Read More...

Coarsegold Historic Village To Host 30th Annual Coarsegold Peddlers Market Over Memorial Day Weekend
...on Friday, May 24th thru Monday, May 27th. The entire Coarsegold Village will be filled with vendors’ throughout the Western US offering Antiques and Collectibles from many time periods of US history. There will also be food and craft booths...
Read More...

2013 Highway Construction Projects In Merced County
Merced County – The 2013 construction season has started and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is ready to go. Highway construction means people work, people shop and opportunities for jobs are created. Your patience and cooperation during the busy construction season is requested. Major projects for the Merced County area include...
Read More...

Mariposa Choral Concert Will Feature The Music Of Broadway And Piccadilly On May 21, 2013
Music from the modern musical theater will be featured in a choral concert on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at the Richard D. Fiester Auditorium at 7 p.m. ...The MCHS Concert Choir and Advanced Chorus will join with the Community Chorus to perform a tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber...
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Mariposa County Fire Dept. Log
Mon., May 6 thru Sun., May 12

California State Library's Pinterest Boards Ranked #1 on "Most Social Media Friendly State Libraries" List
The State Library's Gold Rush Pinterest board was highlighted by the list's authors.
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Artists Sought for 2013 California Upland Game Bird Stamp Contest
An upland game bird stamp is required for hunting migratory and resident upland game birds in California
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Congressman Tom McClintock: IRS Harassment of Tea Party Groups (Video)
"In order to be recognized as non-profit groups, these organizations must register with the IRS – a purely ministerial function that has, in the past, been applied evenly and without regard to their political views," said Congressman McClintock.
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FBI Director Thanks Law Enforcement Colleagues During May 12-18, 2013 Police Week: Honoring the Fallen (Video)
"During National Police Week, we honor the memory of Officer Collier, and indeed, all who have given their lives while serving those they were sworn to protect," said Robert S. Mueller, FBI Director.
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California Assemblymember Frank Bigelow and Fellow Republicans Vote Against 36 Empty Budget Bills, Bills Still Pass the Assembly
Virtually No Transparency in the beginning of the State’s 2013 Budget Process.
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April 2013 visitation to Yosemite National Park down over 9% compared to April 2012 through Mariposa, up through the South and North Gateways.

Mariposa Pizza Factory Grand Opening (Video)
On Saturday, May 11, 2013 the Mariposa Pizza Factory celebrated their grand re-opening.
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The Sierra National Forest Plan Revision Process is Currently Taking Place
Forest Plan Revision
And
Forest Plan Revision PowerPoint

What to Expect for the Upcoming Fire Season in California
High fire season for California began on May 6th. Usually, this season lasts from late May until October and often into November.
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California Board of Forestry Remove More Than 12,000 Acres of Land From the State Responsibility Area
As a result of the review, approximately 4,660 acres of land will be added to the SRA, while 17,502 acres will be removed, for a net of 12,842 acres subtracted from current SRA lands.
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Partners Sought For “Bin Buddies” Program In Mariposa County
Mariposa County Department of Public Works Solid Waste and Recycling Division is seeking non-profit organizations to take part in its Bin Buddies bottle and can recycling program. Participating groups collect recyclables from containers located in downtown Mariposa and at County parks, redeem the materials and keep the money earned to help fund their own projects...
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North Fork Rancheria Job Listings
TANF Career Development Coordinator. Requirements:  knowledge of State or Tribal TANF regulations pertaining to employment & education training, labor market regulations & resources...
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Get Ready For The Coulterville Claim Jumpers Upcoming Events
Our first show in downtown Coulterville will start on Sat., April 27 and will start up again on Sat., May 18, 2013…
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Department of the Interior Announces Start of 2013 "Share the Experience" Photo Contest
Amateur shutterbugs invited to compete for prizes for best photographs taken on nation's public lands.
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CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Reports Higher Home Prices Put a Dent in California’s Housing Affordability During the First Quarter of 2013
Home buyers needed to earn a minimum annual income of $66,800 to qualify for the purchase of a $350,490 statewide median-priced, existing single-family home in the first quarter of 2013.
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Mariposa County Supervisors Approve a Wood Framed Structure for the Bridgeport Fire Station Design After Spending $58,000 on Design Plans for a Metal Framed Building (Audio)
Supervisor Merlin Jones said he "hopes the county has learned a lesson" for the total overrun on the four fire stations.
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Before Perils Perform 'Perilous' in Mariposa, California at the Mariposa Butterfly Festival (Video)
On Saturday, May 4, 2013 Before Perils performed at the Mariposa Butterfly Festival. 
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Mariposa County High School Grizzly Boosters Club Need Donations For 2013 Sober Grad Night
...(MCHS) Grizzly Boosters Club continues to prepare for the 2013 Sober Grad Night event which is held immediately after the graduation ceremony on Wednesday, June 5, 2013. Each year, volunteers of the Boosters Club run this event to honor the year's graduating class. The purpose is to provide MCHS graduates a safe and sober way to celebrate their graduation together at no cost to them. Other Sober Grad Nights charge the graduates a fee to participate...
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Obama Administration Offers Consumers an Unprecedented Look at Hospital Charges
The data posted today on CMS’s website include information comparing the charges for services that may be provided during the 100 most common Medicare inpatient stays.
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Area News
Today in Area News

 IRS Admits Targeting “Tea Party” and “Patriot” Groups for Harassment in 2012 Election
Tea Party Patriots Reject Apology, Demand Resignations and Insist on Investigation.
Read More... 

President Obama's Statement on the Situation Regarding the Internal Revenue Service (Video)
 Acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller resigns. 
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CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Reports Strong Increases in April 2013 Housing Prices
California home sales and prices spring higher in April; median price posts five-year high.
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TODAY: John C. Fremont Medical Clinic Hosts Women’s Health Night
National Women’s Health Week is May 12-18, 2013.  In recognition of this, women are invited to a Women’s Wellness Gathering on Wednesday, May 15... It won’t be all business, there will be music, food and hand massages.  The first 50 women to arrive will receive a gift bag filled with practical and fun items for your health...
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Mariposa Pines/Jerseydale Fire Safe Committee Announce a General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
This important meeting is for preparation of bidding for possible Firehouse properties in the neighborhood.
Read More...

Around the Web
Man pleads not guilty in Mariposa museum theft case
One of five men accused in the robbery of the California State Mining and Mineral Museum entered a not guilty plea Tuesday, according to his attorney.
Read More at the Merced Sun Star... (pay wall) 

 On This Day in History
 May 15, 1850 – The Bloody Island Massacre takes place in Lake County, California, in which a large number of Pomo Indians in Lake County are slaughtered by a regiment of the United States Cavalry, led by Nathaniel Lyon. 

Mariposa Wednesday Weather Forecast 
Hint: If you still have weeds to eat with your weedeater wait until Thursday when the projected high temp will be 73 degrees or better yet wait until Friday when the temp will top out at 70 degrees!
Sunny today with the high temps inline with yesterday's high temps by a degree or two. Mariposa topped out at 83.6 degrees yesterday at the SST Weather Station, 8.5 degrees cooler than Monday's high temp. High temps in the 70's for Thursday and the weekend!
Read More on the Weather Page..  

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Tuesday May 14, 2013 Accident on HWY 140 and Old HWY N with Vehicle on Fire
Up-date 7:00 P.M.  The CHP reports now have a fatality listed. A red pickup left the roadway and went down an embankment near the intersection of Highway 140 and Old Highway North. A fire began and County Fire with Mariposa Fire and CDF put out the flames and were busy clearing brush. Slightly over a half acre burned.

Mariposa County Planning Commission Meeting Agenda for Friday, May 17, 2013
Agenda...

Today in Area News
Leila's brother faces second-degree murder charge, special allegation
Read the Area News...  

Assemblyman Frank Bigelow Responds to the Governor’s May Revision of the State Budget Proposal
“Today, I’m glad to hear the Governor continue to call for fiscal restraint and prudence in the state’s budgeting process,” Bigelow said.
Read More...

Department of Veterans Affairs Releases Draft Gulf War Task Force Report
The report describes how the Department of Veterans Affairs has been, and will continue to address the concerns of Veterans who deployed during the Gulf War in 1990 and 1991.
Read More...

Nevada And California Renew Partnership To Preserve, Enhance Lake Tahoe Region
More than four decades ago, the governors of California and Nevada and lawmakers in both states approved the bi-state compact that created a regional planning agency to help oversee development at Lake Tahoe.
Read More...

Congressional  Budget Office Projects Federal Budget Deficit to Have the Smallest Shortfall Since 2008
Because revenues, under current law, are projected to rise more rapidly than spending in the next two years, deficits in CBO’s baseline projections continue to shrink, falling to 2.1 percent of GDP by 2015
Read More...

Assemblymember Kristin Olsen Comments On Governor Brown’s May 2013 Budget Revise With Increased Funding for Schools
“If implemented correctly, these new programs along with long overdue education reforms will raise student achievement and better match our education system with workforce needs," said Assemblymember Olsen. 
Read More...

Stanislaus National Forest Announces Annual Pinecrest Lake Fish Faire to be Held on Saturday, June 8, 2013
The Fish Faire includes humor and musical entertainment by Bill Roberson, many hands-on activities, and new passport stations including fly fishing demonstrations by Mother Lode Fly Fishing Club.
Read More...

Motorcycle Fatality in Mariposa County on Monday, May 13, 2013
On Monday, May 13, 2013 Mark Harris of Yosemite Falls Well Drilling was heading south on Highway 49.
Read More..

California Governor Jerry Brown Boosts Investment in Schools, Continues Call for Fiscal Restraint in May 2013 Revised State Budget
"This budget builds a solid foundation for California's future by investing in our schools, continuing to pay down our debts and establishing a prudent reserve," said Governor Brown.
Read More...

New Mariposa County Burning Restrictions
No Burning Below 4,000 Feet

Hearing set in Mariposa museum theft case
Christopher Scott Sheffield, 42, was scheduled for arraignment, but the hearing was continued until May 28, according to Mariposa County District Attorney Thomas K. Cooke. 
Read More at the Merced Sun Star... (pay wall)

Wildland Firefighters Battle Fire Over Mother’s Day Weekend in Sierra National Forest
Over 180 inter-agency personnel responded to the Chiquito Fire, located north of Beasore Creek and approximately three miles off of the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, Bass Lake Ranger District.
Read More...

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Reminds Public to Stash Food and Trash as “Be Bear Aware” Month Begins
“Our bear problems are human-caused. It is people’s behavior that needs to change,” said Marc Kenyon, CDFW’s Bear Program Manager.
Read More...

Volunteer Fire Company #32 & Chowchilla Mountain Women's Club Host Annual Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner On May 18, 2013
...The dinner is free and includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread and dessert. We accept donations and will also be selling T-shirts and cookbooks, all of which supports our Volunteer Fire Co... 
Read More...

Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Paints Faces At The 2013 Mariposa Butterfly Festival
Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Academy Director Monica Nelson creatively transforms a little girl's face into a beautiful purple butterfly during the 2013 Butterfly Festival. Kiwanis preschool once again had a face painting booth...
Read More...

“Calling All Cowgirls” Mariposa County Fair 2013 Rodeo Queen Competition Now Open
The Mariposa Mountain Riders along with the Mariposa Friends of the Fair Foundation are proud to announce the return of the Mariposa County Fair Rodeo Queen Competition. Entries are Due Saturday, June 1, 2013. There are three divisions: Junior Princess, Princess and Queen...
Read More...

Sierra Foothill Charter School Students Enjoy Butterfly Celebration
Just in time for the Butterfly Festival in Mariposa, students at Sierra Foothill Charter School released their butterflies last Friday, followed by fun games in the field and the making of masks at the outdoor tables...
Read More...

Coarsegold Historic Village To Host 30th Annual Coarsegold Peddlers Market Over Memorial Day Weekend
...on Friday, May 24th thru Monday, May 27th. The entire Coarsegold Village will be filled with vendors’ throughout the Western US offering Antiques and Collectibles from many time periods of US history. There will also be food and craft booths...
Read More...

2013 Highway Construction Projects In Merced County
Merced County – The 2013 construction season has started and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is ready to go. Highway construction means people work, people shop and opportunities for jobs are created. Your patience and cooperation during the busy construction season is requested. Major projects for the Merced County area include...
Read More...

Mariposa Choral Concert Will Feature The Music Of Broadway And Piccadilly On May 21, 2013
Music from the modern musical theater will be featured in a choral concert on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at the Richard D. Fiester Auditorium at 7 p.m. ...The MCHS Concert Choir and Advanced Chorus will join with the Community Chorus to perform a tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber...
Read More...

MSO Invite Mariposa County Youth To Enter This Years "Young Master Composers Celebration" Contest
Is There A Young Mozart in Your House? How often does an 8-year-old have the chance to hear a symphony orchestra play music dreamed up by that child? In Mariposa, the answer is: once a year... Mariposa County residents aged 8 – 18 to enter their annual "Young Master Composers Celebration" contest, but time is running out very soon with all entries due in the Arts Council’s office by 4 PM on Fri., May 17...
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Mariposa County Fire Dept. Log
Mon., May 6 thru Sun., May 12

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Monday, May 13, 2013

The State Library's Gold Rush Pinterest board was highlighted by the list's authors.
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Artists Sought for 2013 California Upland Game Bird Stamp Contest
An upland game bird stamp is required for hunting migratory and resident upland game birds in California
Read More...

Congressman Tom McClintock: IRS Harassment of Tea Party Groups (Video)
"In order to be recognized as non-profit groups, these organizations must register with the IRS – a purely ministerial function that has, in the past, been applied evenly and without regard to their political views," said Congressman McClintock.
Read More...

FBI Director Thanks Law Enforcement Colleagues During May 12-18, 2013 Police Week: Honoring the Fallen (Video)
"During National Police Week, we honor the memory of Officer Collier, and indeed, all who have given their lives while serving those they were sworn to protect," said Robert S. Mueller, FBI Director.
Read More...

California Assemblymember Frank Bigelow and Fellow Republicans Vote Against 36 Empty Budget Bills, Bills Still Pass the Assembly

Area News
Today in Area News

Accident on HWY 140 and Old HWY N with Vehicle on Fire
Up-date 7:00 P.M.  The CHP reports now have a fatality listed. A red pickup left the roadway and went down an embankment near the intersection of Highway 140 and Old Highway North. A fire began and County Fire with Mariposa Fire and CDF put out the flames and were busy clearing brush. Slightly over a half acre burned.

Congressional  Budget Office Projects Federal Budget Deficit to Have the Smallest Shortfall Since 2008
Because revenues, under current law, are projected to rise more rapidly than spending in the next two years, deficits in CBO’s baseline projections continue to shrink, falling to 2.1 percent of GDP by 2015
Read More...

Assemblymember Kristin Olsen Comments On Governor Brown’s May 2013 Budget Revise With Increased Funding for Schools
“If implemented correctly, these new programs along with long overdue education reforms will raise student achievement and better match our education system with workforce needs," said Assemblymember Olsen. 
Read More...

Stanislaus National Forest Announces Annual Pinecrest Lake Fish Faire to be Held on Saturday, June 8, 2013
The Fish Faire includes humor and musical entertainment by Bill Roberson, many hands-on activities, and new passport stations including fly fishing demonstrations by Mother Lode Fly Fishing Club.
Read More...

Motorcycle Fatality in Mariposa County on Monday, May 13, 2013
On Monday, May 13, 2013 Mark Harris of Yosemite Falls Well Drilling was heading south on Highway 49.
Read More..

California Governor Jerry Brown Boosts Investment in Schools, Continues Call for Fiscal Restraint in May 2013 Revised State Budget
"This budget builds a solid foundation for California's future by investing in our schools, continuing to pay down our debts and establishing a prudent reserve," said Governor Brown.
Read More...

TODAY: El Portal Planning Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda For Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Agenda...

TODAY: Mariposa County Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda for May 14, 2013
Agenda...

Mariposa Tuesday Weather Forecast 
Sunny today with the high temps cooling off around six degrees from yesterday's high temps. Mariposa topped out at 92.1 degrees yesterday at the SST Weather Station, .6 degrees cooler than Sunday's high temps. Yosemite and the high country have a 30% chance of rain and T-storms today. Wednesday is looking sunny with the high temp topping out around 82 degrees. High temps in the 70's for Thursday and the weekend!
Read More on the Weather Page..  

New Mariposa County Burning Restrictions
No Burning Below 4,000 Feet

Hearing set in Mariposa museum theft case
Christopher Scott Sheffield, 42, was scheduled for arraignment, but the hearing was continued until May 28, according to Mariposa County District Attorney Thomas K. Cooke.
Read More at the Merced Sun Star... (pay wall)

Wildland Firefighters Battle Fire Over Mother’s Day Weekend in Sierra National Forest
Over 180 inter-agency personnel responded to the Chiquito Fire, located north of Beasore Creek and approximately three miles off of the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, Bass Lake Ranger District.
Read More...

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Reminds Public to Stash Food and Trash as “Be Bear Aware” Month Begins
“Our bear problems are human-caused. It is people’s behavior that needs to change,” said Marc Kenyon, CDFW’s Bear Program Manager.
Read More...

Mariposa Community Wellness Program “Eating Well on a Budget and Healthy Too” Cooking Demo on May 14, 2013
...Refreshments will be served.  This is a free and delicious event, and everyone is welcome. The date is Tues., May 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center...
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Volunteer Fire Company #32 & Chowchilla Mountain Women's Club Host Annual Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner On May 18, 2013
...The dinner is free and includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread and dessert. We accept donations and will also be selling T-shirts and cookbooks, all of which supports our Volunteer Fire Co... 
Read More... 

Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Paints Faces At The 2013 Mariposa Butterfly Festival
Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Academy Director Monica Nelson creatively transforms a little girl's face into a beautiful purple butterfly during the 2013 Butterfly Festival. Kiwanis preschool once again had a face painting booth...
Read More...

“Calling All Cowgirls” Mariposa County Fair 2013 Rodeo Queen Competition Now Open
The Mariposa Mountain Riders along with the Mariposa Friends of the Fair Foundation are proud to announce the return of the Mariposa County Fair Rodeo Queen Competition. Entries are Due Saturday, June 1, 2013. There are three divisions: Junior Princess, Princess and Queen...
Read More... 

Sierra Foothill Charter School Students Enjoy Butterfly Celebration
Just in time for the Butterfly Festival in Mariposa, students at Sierra Foothill Charter School released their butterflies last Friday, followed by fun games in the field and the making of masks at the outdoor tables...
Read More... 

Coarsegold Historic Village To Host 30th Annual Coarsegold Peddlers Market Over Memorial Day Weekend
...on Friday, May 24th thru Monday, May 27th. The entire Coarsegold Village will be filled with vendors’ throughout the Western US offering Antiques and Collectibles from many time periods of US history. There will also be food and craft booths...
Read More...

2013 Highway Construction Projects In Merced County
Merced County – The 2013 construction season has started and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is ready to go. Highway construction means people work, people shop and opportunities for jobs are created. Your patience and cooperation during the busy construction season is requested. Major projects for the Merced County area include...
Read More... 

Mariposa Choral Concert Will Feature The Music Of Broadway And Piccadilly On May 21, 2013
Music from the modern musical theater will be featured in a choral concert on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at the Richard D. Fiester Auditorium at 7 p.m. ...The MCHS Concert Choir and Advanced Chorus will join with the Community Chorus to perform a tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber...
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MSO Invite Mariposa County Youth To Enter This Years "Young Master Composers Celebration" Contest 
Is There A Young Mozart in Your House? How often does an 8-year-old have the chance to hear a symphony orchestra play music dreamed up by that child? In Mariposa, the answer is: once a year... Mariposa County residents aged 8 – 18 to enter their annual "Young Master Composers Celebration" contest, but time is running out very soon with all entries due in the Arts Council’s office by 4 PM on Fri., May 17...
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Mariposa County Fire Dept. Log
Mon., May 6 thru Sun., May 12

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Monday, May 13, 2013

Tomorrow: John C. Fremont Medical Clinic Hosts Women’s Health Night
National Women’s Health Week is May 12-18, 2013.  In recognition of this, women are invited to a Women’s Wellness Gathering on Wednesday, May 15... It won’t be all business, there will be music, food and hand massages.  The first 50 women to arrive will receive a gift bag filled with practical and fun items for your health...
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Kennedy Meadows Gets Approval
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The State Library's Gold Rush Pinterest board was highlighted by the list's authors.
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Artists Sought for 2013 California Upland Game Bird Stamp Contest
An upland game bird stamp is required for hunting migratory and resident upland game birds in California
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Congressman Tom McClintock: IRS Harassment of Tea Party Groups (Video)
"In order to be recognized as non-profit groups, these organizations must register with the IRS – a purely ministerial function that has, in the past, been applied evenly and without regard to their political views," said Congressman McClintock.
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FBI Director Thanks Law Enforcement Colleagues During May 12-18, 2013 Police Week: Honoring the Fallen (Video)
"During National Police Week, we honor the memory of Officer Collier, and indeed, all who have given their lives while serving those they were sworn to protect," said Robert S. Mueller, FBI Director.
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California Assemblymember Frank Bigelow and Fellow Republicans Vote Against 36 Empty Budget Bills, Bills Still Pass the Assembly

California Assemblymember Frank Bigelow and Fellow Republicans Vote Against 36 Empty Budget Bills, Bills Still Pass the Assembly

Virtually No Transparency in the beginning of the State’s 2013 Budget Process.
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April 2013 visitation to Yosemite National Park down over 9% compared to April 2012 through Mariposa, up through the South and North Gateways.

TODAY: Mariposa County Historic Sites and Records Preservation Commission Meeting Agenda For Monday, May 13, 2013
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Mariposa Pizza Factory Grand Opening (Video)
On Saturday, May 11, 2013 the Mariposa Pizza Factory celebrated their grand re-opening.
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Ranger Fire Up-date: May 12, 2013 10:00 P.M.
Started in Madera County at 1:02 P.M. May 12, 2013 off of Range Circle Drive in Yosemite Lake
90% contained at 30 acres with full containment expected on Monday.

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Sunday, May 12, 2013

Mariposa Monday Weather Forecast 
Warmest day of the workweek! Sunny today with the high temps cooling off around three degrees from yesterday's high temps. Mariposa topped out at 92.7 degrees yesterday at the SST Weather Station, 3.2 degrees warmer than Saturday's high temps. Tuesday is looking sunny with the high temp topping out around 85 degrees but we will see high temps in the 70's later this week!
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Foster Youth Organization Opens New Home In The Central Valley
...CYC and Central Valley Training Academy will host a grand opening on Mon., May 13...
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Mariposa Community Wellness Program “Eating Well on a Budget and Healthy Too” Cooking Demo on May 14, 2013
...Mariposa County Public Health Officer emcees the program. At the end of the formal program, the speakers will be available to answer your individual questions. Refreshments will be served.  This is a free and delicious event, and everyone is welcome. The date is Tues., May 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center...
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John C. Fremont Medical Clinic Hosts Women’s Health Night
National Women’s Health Week is May 12-18, 2013.  In recognition of this, women are invited to a Women’s Wellness Gathering on Wednesday, May 15... It won’t be all business, there will be music, food and hand massages.  The first 50 women to arrive will receive a gift bag filled with practical and fun items for your health...
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Mariposa Pizza Factory reopens
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The Sierra National Forest Plan Revision Process is Currently Taking Place
Forest Plan Revision
And
Forest Plan Revision PowerPoint

Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report Saturday, May 11, 2013

What to Expect for the Upcoming Fire Season in California
High fire season for California began on May 6th. Usually, this season lasts from late May until October and often into November.
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El Portal Planning Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda For Tuesday, May 14, 2013
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Mariposa County Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda for May 14, 2013
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California Board of Forestry Remove More Than 12,000 Acres of Land From the State Responsibility Area
As a result of the review, approximately 4,660 acres of land will be added to the SRA, while 17,502 acres will be removed, for a net of 12,842 acres subtracted from current SRA lands.
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Partners Sought For “Bin Buddies” Program In Mariposa County
Mariposa County Department of Public Works Solid Waste and Recycling Division is seeking non-profit organizations to take part in its Bin Buddies bottle and can recycling program. Participating groups collect recyclables from containers located in downtown Mariposa and at County parks, redeem the materials and keep the money earned to help fund their own projects...
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Discovering Scientific Minds At Sierra Foothill Charter School 1st Annual Science Fair
SFCS held its first science fair on Friday, April 26, 2013. This will become an annual event. The theme of this year's fair was, "Discovering Scientific Minds." Students in all grade levels worked in small groups at school to complete science projects using the scientific method. All students did...
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Sierra Foothill Charter School Students Visit Fresno Chaffee Zoo
SFCS students in grades K-3 enjoyed a field trip to the Fresno Chaffee Zoo on Tues., April 30. Students were able to take in the zoo's bird show, fitting in nicely with the Audubon curriculum grades 2-3 have been...
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North Fork Rancheria Job Listings
TANF Career Development Coordinator. Requirements:  knowledge of State or Tribal TANF regulations pertaining to employment & education training, labor market regulations & resources...
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Senior Firewood Program Of 2012-13 Is A Huge Success
The Mariposa County Department of Community Services Senior Firewood season has officially concluded.  We’ve estimated approximately 53 cords of firewood were distributed in Mariposa County and we would like to take this opportunity to say “Thank You” to the following entities and individuals for their contribution...
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East Entrance on Tioga Road in Yosemite National Park to Open Saturday, May 11, 2013
Visitors urged to take safety precautions while traveling on road.
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Get Ready For The Coulterville Claim Jumpers Upcoming Events
Our first show in downtown Coulterville will start on Sat., April 27 and will start up again on Sat., May 18, 2013…
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Department of the Interior Announces Start of 2013 "Share the Experience" Photo Contest
Amateur shutterbugs invited to compete for prizes for best photographs taken on nation's public lands.
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CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Reports Higher Home Prices Put a Dent in California’s Housing Affordability During the First Quarter of 2013
Home buyers needed to earn a minimum annual income of $66,800 to qualify for the purchase of a $350,490 statewide median-priced, existing single-family home in the first quarter of 2013.
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Mariposa County Supervisors Approve a Wood Framed Structure for the Bridgeport Fire Station Design After Spending $58,000 on Design Plans for a Metal Framed Building (Audio)
Supervisor Merlin Jones said he "hopes the county has learned a lesson" for the total overrun on the four fire stations.
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Before Perils Perform 'Perilous' in Mariposa, California at the Mariposa Butterfly Festival (Video)
On Saturday, May 4, 2013 Before Perils performed at the Mariposa Butterfly Festival. 
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A Quick Note:
Bryce Battershell who sponsored the Xbox 72 hour Wounded Warrior Project in Mariposa last weekend said the event raised $1,000 by the end of the gaming at 5:00 P.M. on Sunday.

Ranger Rick And The National Wildlife Federation Visit Sierra Foothill Charter School
Ranger Rick the Racoon and Beth Pratt, California Director of the National Wildlife Federation, visited SFCS on Friday, April 26. They stopped into speak with students in grades K-3, brought magazines for all grade levels, and checked out the Science Fair...
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Kiwanis Club Of Mariposa Presents Sierra Foothill Charter School With Check From Sweetheart Dinner
On April 24, 2013 Helen Kwalwasser, a representative of the Kiwanis Club of Mariposa, presented SFCS students with a check for $5,235.74, the earnings from the Sweetheart Dinner held at McCay Hall in February. Kiwanis co-sponsored the event with Catheys Valley PTIC...
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Health Tax Would HIT Small Business Employees
According to the Kaiser Family Foundation’s 2012 Survey of Employer Health Benefits, only 15 percent of the smallest employers self-insure.
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House of Representatives Passes Legislation Authored by Congressman McClintock, H.R. 807 (the Full Faith and Credit Act) (Video)
Approved by the House of Representatives on May 9, 2013 by a vote of 221 to 207.
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California Attorney General Kamala D. Harris Announces Suit Against JPMorgan Chase for Fraudulent and Unlawful Debt-Collection Practices
“Chase abused the judicial process and engaged in serious misconduct against California credit card borrowers,” Attorney General Harris said.
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California Governor Jerry Brown and First Lady Honor Lt. Dennis W. Peterson Missing From the Vietnam War
On July 19, 1967, the four servicemen took off from the USS Hornet aboard an SH-3A Sea King helicopter, on a search and rescue mission...
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Governor Jerry Brown Signs Legislation to Reform California’s Health Insurance Market
“This legislation helps Californians get a fair shake on the open health care market,” said Governor Brown.
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2013 Mariposa Butterfly Festival - Cirque de Sierra - Variety Show (Video)
The Master of Ceremonies Jon-Paul Salonen presented many circus/variety acts during the evening of May 4, 2013 at the Art Park in Mariposa, California.
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Mariposa County High School Grizzly Boosters Club Need Donations For 2013 Sober Grad Night
...(MCHS) Grizzly Boosters Club continues to prepare for the 2013 Sober Grad Night event which is held immediately after the graduation ceremony on Wednesday, June 5, 2013. Each year, volunteers of the Boosters Club run this event to honor the year's graduating class. The purpose is to provide MCHS graduates a safe and sober way to celebrate their graduation together at no cost to them. Other Sober Grad Nights charge the graduates a fee to participate...
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Obama Administration Offers Consumers an Unprecedented Look at Hospital Charges
The data posted today on CMS’s website include information comparing the charges for services that may be provided during the 100 most common Medicare inpatient stays.
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California Governor Jerry Brown, Obama Administration Commit to October 1, 2013 Deadline for Draft Water Plan and Environmental Documents
“It’s important that we continue to take an open and transparent approach as we evaluate this proposal to strengthen California’s water security and restore the health of the Delta,” said U.S. Interior Secretary Sally Jewell.
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Census Bureau Reports Blacks Voted at a Higher Rate than Whites in 2012 Election
This marks the first time that blacks have voted at a higher rate than whites since the Census Bureau started publishing statistics on voting by the eligible citizen population in 1996.
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California State Controller John Chiang April 2013 Cash Update Report has Total Revenues 6.7 Percent Ahead of the Governor’s Estimates
"We've reached an important milestone in California's economic recovery. For the first time in nearly six years, we closed out a month without borrowing from internal state funds to pay our bills," said Chiang.
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Congressman Tom McClintock's Statement Responding to Presidential Veto Threat of H.R. 807 (Full Faith and Credit Act)
“Yesterday, the President vowed to veto the Full Faith and Credit Act, charging that it “would result in the Congress refusing to pay obligations it has already agreed to," said Congressman McClintock.
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Leroy Radanovich's Mariposa Life - Up From the Ashes: Mariposa Pizza Factory
On the evening of May 11, 2012, we were sitting on our front porch and noticed smoke coming from some part of the Pizza Factory.
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2013 Mariposa, California Butterfly Festival Parade (Video)
Butterfly Festival Parade Winners!
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Joseph A. Reyes, Chief of Fire, Sierra National Forest Comments on Upcoming Fire Season
The SNF has three Hotshot crews along with other ground and air assets available to respond to wildland fires nationwide.
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Free Business Development Workshops For Mariposa County Residents
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Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Academy Is Now Accepting Applications For The 2013-2014 School Year
Mariposa Kiwanis Preschool Academy students entering Kindergarten next fall recently took a tour of Mrs. Stitt's Kindergarten classroom at Woodland Elementary School. Preschoolers sat with Kindergarteners during rug time and watched the Kindergarteners at different learning...
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Congressman Tom McClintock Speaks Before the House on May 7, 2013: Protecting America's Full Faith and Credit (Video)
Congressman McClintock's bill, HR 807, will be voted on by the full House the week of May 6th, 2013. 
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Californians 65 and Over in the Labor Force
Representing 11 percent of the state's population, approximately 4.2 million Californians are 65 years old or over (65+).
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"A Gift Fit To Give" - Mariposa Jazzercise Special
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