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Join the Mariposa County Public Works Team – Equipment Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Mechanic Position Opening
Enjoy the 77th Annual Hornitos Enchilada Dinner & Celebration on Saturday, March 7, 2026
Enjoy Musical Delights at the Mariposa Yosemite Symphony Orchestra's Festive Holiday Concert on Saturday, December 20, 2025
Join the Mariposa County Public Works Team – Several Positions Available
Enjoy the Mariposa Yosemite Symphony Orchestra’s Annual Festive Holiday Concert on Saturday, December 20, 2025
Mariposa Fire Safe Council Seek Contractor Bids for Fremont Fuels Reduction Project
Don't Miss Mariposa Friends of the Library Book Sale on November 7 & 8, 2025
Final Call to Purchase Tickets for the John C. Fremont Hospital Foundation Black & White Ball on Saturday, November 8, 2025

News
- CDPH Encourages Vaccination for High-Risk Californians as Mpox Cases Rise Across the State
  2026-04-18 03:58:39
  Case of Clade I mpox identified in San Francisco linked to international travel What You Need to Know: CDPH is encouraging...
- KFF Health News: Your New Therapist: Chatty, Leaky, and Hardly Human
  2026-04-18 03:53:50
  If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or...
- California’s February 2026 Unemployment Rate Remains at 5.4% Month-Over-Month and Year-Over-Year and Month-over Job Loss for February (-19,900) was the First Time Since September 2025 that the State Experienced a Month-Over Nonfarm Job Loss
  2026-04-18 03:49:12
  Important Note: The employment data for the month of February 2026 comes from the survey week that included February 12. The release...
- CDFW: Commercial Dungeness Crab ‘Pop-up’ Fishing Gear Now Authorized for the Entire Central Management Area, Depth Restriction in Northern Management Area to Protect Whales from Entanglement
  2026-04-18 03:42:50
  April 18, 2026 - California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Director Meghan Hertel has assessed entanglement risk under...
- California Attorney General Bonta Warns Californians About Hidden Risks of Deferred-Interest Medical Credit Cards, Says, Do Not Apply for Medical Credit Cards While You Are Undergoing Treatment, and Do Not Allow Yourself To Be Rushed Into a Decision
  2026-04-18 03:40:04
  Image by Julio César Velásquez Mejía from PixabayApril 18, 2026 - OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Friday...
- California Congressman John Garamendi, Democrat Colleagues ‘Demand’ Answers on ICE Use of Palantir-developed Technologies to Fuel Mass Surveillance of U.S. Citizens
  2026-04-18 03:33:54
  Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay April 18, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Friday, Congressman John Garamendi (CA-08) joined U.S....
- Ranking Member Robert Garcia ‘Demands’ Answers from Committee Republicans on Pam Bondi Deposition, Says, “Every Day That Goes By Is One More Day The Former Attorney General Is Failing To Fulfill The Lawful, Bipartisan Subpoena From This Committee”
  2026-04-18 03:28:27
  April 18, 2026 - Washington, D.C. — On Friday, Rep. Robert Garcia, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and...
- California Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, House Democrats ‘Slam’ Republican Rewrite of Women’s History Museum Bill, Demand Restoration of Latino Museum
  2026-04-18 03:23:23
  April 18, 2026 - Washington D.C. – On Thursday, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi joined 145 Members of the House Democratic Caucus in...
- California Governor Gavin Newsom Demands Answers from RFK Jr. Over Dangerous and Racist Remarks About “Reparenting” Black Children, Says, “We’ve Known RFK Jr. Has Been Unfit To Serve As Secretary, But These Resurfaced Remarks Reflect A Racist Mentality”
  2026-04-18 03:17:42
  Argentina President Javier Milei and U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.What you need to know: Governor...
- Trump’s Message Commemorating 250 Years of the Bible in America, Says, “Together, We Will Honor Holy Scripture, Renew Our Faith, Usher In A Historic Resurgence Of Religion On American Shores, And Rededicate The United States As One Nation Under God”
  2026-04-18 03:11:39
  April 18, 2026 - President Trump’s message commemorating 250 Years of the Bible in America This week, I send my best wishes to...
- Madera CHP Remind Drivers Something as Small as a Tool in the Roadway Can Lead to Serious Consequences
  2026-04-18 02:55:43
  April 18, 2026 – Madera CHP officials report a recent avoidable incident occurred on the roadway. A moment on the road can turn...
- Fresno County Sheriff Seeks Public’s Help IDing Suspects in Shooting Death of a 15-Year-Old Girl in Selma
  2026-04-18 02:21:38
  Information Wanted in Homicide - Suspect Vehicle April 18, 2026 – Fresno County Sheriff's Office officials report that on August 31st,...
- John C. Fremont Healthcare District Board of Directors Regular Meeting Agenda for Wednesday, April 22, 2026
  2026-04-18 01:19:06
  AGENDA of Board of Directors for Board Meeting Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Location: JCFHD Board Room, 5189 Hospital Road,...
- Caltrans Traffic Advisory for Mariposa County: One-Way Traffic Control Delays Expected on State Routes 49, 132 & 140 on April 19-25, 2026
  2026-04-18 00:46:55
  TRAFFIC ADVISORY One-Way Traffic Controls for April 19-25, 2026 April 18, 2026 – MARIPOSA COUNTY – The California Department of...
- Caltrans Traffic Advisory for Merced County: Rest Area & Highway Ramp/Lane Closures on I-5 and State Routes 140 & 165 for April 19-25, 2026
  2026-04-18 00:46:43
  TRAFFIC ADVISORY Rest Area & Highway Ramp/Lane Closures Interstate 5 and State Routes 140 & 165 April 18, 2026 – MERCED COUNTY –...
- Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report for Friday, April 17, 2026
  2026-04-18 00:44:49
  Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report for Friday, April 17, 2026 The Mariposa County Sheriff's Department New...
- Sonora CHP Issues a Warning on Risks of Driving Tired After Driver Injured in Crash
  2026-04-17 06:00:59
  April 17, 2026 – Sonora CHP officials report a recent avoidable incident occurred on the roadway. Driving while sleepy is...
- Modesto Suspect Charged with Homicide of Man Killed Near Neece Boat Ramp
  2026-04-17 05:52:43
  Modesto Police Make Arrest in Latest Homicide Investigation April 17, 2026 – Modesto, CA – Modesto Police Department officials...
- Sonora Traffic Stop Leads to Drivers Arrest for Felony Warrant and Felony Drug Charges
  2026-04-17 05:32:36
  April 17, 2026 – Sonora Police Department officials report that on April 15, 2026, at 10:18 p.m., officers with the Sonora...
- Stanislaus National Forest Service Announces Several Roads to Remain Closed in the Higher Elevations
  2026-04-17 04:40:02
  Sierra National Forest file photoApril 17, 2026 - Sonora, CA – Following a series of evaluations by Stanislaus National Forest...
- KFF Health News: New Federal Medicaid Rules Require One Month of Work. Some States Demand More.
  2026-04-17 04:32:22
  Jessica Norton is an OB-GYN who treats many patients with Medicaid coverage at an Affinia Healthcare clinic in St. Louis. She...
- UC San Francisco Researchers: This Could Be Why COVID and Flu Are So Dangerous to the Elderly
  2026-04-17 04:31:24
  UCSF study shows that aging connective tissue in the lungs brings on a catastrophic immune response in older people. April 17,...
- More Than 130 Organizations Express Alarm Over Proposed Changes to CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Charter Including Adding Several New Organizations as Liaison Members to the Committee Who Are Known For Sharing False Information
  2026-04-17 04:14:03
  Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. speaks at a Senate Finance Committee hearingApril 17, 2026 -...
- National Parks Conservation Association, National Wildlife Federation and Affiliates Defend Park Wildlife, Take ‘God Squad’ To Court
  2026-04-17 04:08:41
  Kemp's ridley sea turtle hatchlings make their way to the sea at Padre Island National Seashore. National Park Service photo.“From...
- National Association of Home Builders Reports Builder Sentiment Posts Notable Decline in March 2026 on Economic Uncertainty Due to the Iran War, Energy Costs, and Declines in Consumer Confidence
  2026-04-17 04:01:09
  Image by 2211438 from Pixabay April 17, 2026 - Economic uncertainty coupled with rising building material costs and interest...
- AAA Reports Drivers See Small Break as Gas Prices Tick Lower as President Trump’s War with Iran Creates Chaos – California at $5.86 Declines 6 Cents Week-Over-Week and CA. Diesel at $7.60
  2026-04-17 03:54:20
  April 17, 2026 - WASHINGTON, DC – The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline decreased 7 cents over the past week to...
- FDA Takes Step Forward on Testosterone Therapy for Men
  2026-04-17 03:48:55
  Image by Tung Lam from PixabayApril 17, 2026 - On Thursday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration released the following:The U.S. Food...
- California Attorney General Bonta Co-leading a Coalition of 16 Attorneys General Defends Temporary Protected Status for Immigrants from Somalia, Says, “President Trump Has Repeatedly Vilified Somali Immigrants, And Nothing Could Be Further From The Truth”
  2026-04-17 03:37:12
  April 17, 2026 - OAKLAND — On Thursday, California Attorney General Bonta co-led a coalition of 16 attorneys general in filing...
- Bear-suit Attacks on Luxury Cars for Insurance Payouts Lead to Convictions, California Department of Insurance Reports
  2026-04-17 03:30:53
  Three sentenced in “Operation Bear Claw” investigation; fourth defendant pending trialRelated: California Insurance...
- Ahead of President Trump’s Visit to Nevada, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen Addresses Impact of Trump Economy on Nevada, Says, “Not Counting The Pandemic, 2025 Saw The Biggest Decline In Visitation To Las Vegas In Over Fifty Years” (Video)
  2026-04-17 03:15:54
  Image by Carlos Charles from Pixabay April 17, 2026 - WASHINGTON, DC – On Thursday, ahead of Donald Trump’s visit to Nevada,...
- U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Introduces Bill To Ban Sitting Presidents From Plastering Their Name Or Likeness On Federal Property And Currency
  2026-04-17 03:09:44
  April 17, 2026 - On Thursday, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) formally introduced new legislation to stop President...
- Bipartisan Group of U.S. Senators Emphasize Support for U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USCMA), Urge Market Access for American Producers
  2026-04-17 03:06:50
  April 17, 2026 - WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) joined Sens. Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), John...
- Republican U.S. Senators Introduce Sanctuary City Elimination Act; Bill Would Ensure Local Police Can Comply With ICE Detainers, Ban Sanctuary Cities From Accessing Federal Funding
  2026-04-17 03:02:30
  April 17, 2026 - WASHINGTON – On Thursday, Senator John Cornyn released the following: U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) today...
- California U.S. Senator Alex Padilla Speaks With Wrongfully Deported DACA Recipient from Sacramento About Returning to U.S., Reuniting With Daughter (Video)
  2026-04-17 02:57:09
  Sen. Padilla: “I’ll never stop fighting in Congress to finally provide the pathway to citizenship for Dreamers like you who...
- Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report for Thursday, April 16, 2026
  2026-04-17 02:47:16
  Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report for Thursday, April 16, 2026 The Mariposa County Sheriff's Department New...
- New PRRI Data Rebuts “Religious Revival” Claims; Finds No Noticeable Growth in Christian Affiliation or Attendance, Young Women (18-29) Have Shed Religious Labels Steadily Since 2013 with 43% Now Religiously Unaffiliated
  2026-04-16 04:32:40
  Image by Jan Haerer from PixabayApril 16, 2026 - WASHINGTON — The annual PRRI Census of American Religion finds no evidence that...
- Former Placerville Postal Employee Admits to Stealing and Tampering with the Narcotic Medications of U.S. Military Veterans
  2026-04-16 04:29:23
  April 16, 2026 – SACRAMENTO, CA – Carrie Wallace, 47, of Pollock Pines, pleaded guilty Monday to tampering with a consumer...
- KFF Health News: As US Birth Rate Falls, Feds’ Response May Make Pregnancy More Dangerous
  2026-04-16 04:22:27
  Image by StockSnap from Pixabay April 16, 2026 - By Céline Gounder - The number of babies born in the United States fell again...
- Major Milestone Reached as Mariposa Creek Parkway Master Plan Becomes a Shovel-Ready Reality
  2026-04-16 04:20:28
  April 16, 2026 – Mariposa County officials announce that what began as a community vision in the 2019 Mariposa Creek Parkway...
- New PPIC Statewide Survey Finds Half of Californians Say Public Education Needs Major Changes, Transitional Kindergarten Receives Broad Support; Crowded Governor’s Race Remains Tight
  2026-04-16 04:18:04
  Solid majority of Californians support teachers striking for higher pay; state superintendent race up for grabs; parents want...

Mariposa County Burn Day Information

Saturday, April 18, 2026

Permissive Burn Day as of 6:30 A.M.

NO Permit Required from CAL FIRE
Permit May Be Required from Mariposa County
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Mariposa and Yosemite Valley Weather for Saturday, April 18, 2026
Note: Valid at 6:00 A.M.

Mostly sunny and warmer with a high temp of around 74 degrees and a low temp of around 55 degrees.

Yosemite Valley: Sunny and warmer with a high temp of around 68 degrees and a low temp of around 44 degrees.

Mariposa weather for Sunday: Partly sunny and warmer with a high temp of around 77 degrees and a low temp of around 51 degrees.

Future high temps for Mariposa: Mon.: 75 degrees. Tue.: 59 degrees. Wed.: 59 degrees.

Mariposa’s future rain chances:
Mon.: 30% chance of daytime/evening rain with up to 0.25” possible.
Tue.: 70% chance of rain, showers, and thunderstorms with up to 1.50” possible.
Wed.: 30% chance of rain, showers, and thunderstorms.