Carmen George
Honoring the fallen
Walking amongst the tombstones in the North Fork Cemetery, George Priest knows many of the names carved in stone.
Carmen George
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CARMEN GEORGE
Grand jury raises issues with fire department
A recent Madera County Grand Jury report brought forth findings of mismanagement and personnel concerns throughout the Madera County Fire Department.
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CARMEN GEORGE
Wawona swift water rescue
What started as a leisurely float trip down the Merced River in Wawona Friday afternoon soon turned dangerous for two Southern California women in their early to mid 20s.
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CARMEN GEORGE
Allergies increase as spring pollen intensifies in area
With spring in full swing and pollen increasing, allergies are also on the rise for many.
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CARMEN GEORGE
Cadet Corps field trip to San Diego
A group of 32 members of the Yosemite High School Cadet Corps embarked on a five-day trip to San Diego over spring break that took them to four military bases, a naval air station and the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, an experience that Cadet Corps teacher
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CARMEN GEORGE
Wonderful woodcarvers
Russel Perschnick of Oakhurst is almost 92, but don't let his age fool you.
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CARMEN GEORGE
Cajun cookin'
About 700 pounds of ribs and shrimp, barbecued to perfection, were enjoyed by 320 people Saturday at the 18th Annual Cajun Creole Fest, a fundraiser for Oakhurst Sierra Sunrise Rotary Club.
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CARMEN GEORGE
Congressman McClintock visits Oakhurst
Republican Congressman Tom McClintock visited Oakhurst Monday, finishing the day with a town hall meeting attended by about 60 people at Oakhurst Elementary School.
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CARMEN GEORGE
Future of the Grove
The future of the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, located within the south entrance to Yosemite National Park, is up for discussion, with a new Park Service plan put forth for public comment.
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CARMEN GEORGE
Tribe has 30-day grace period to pay casino bonds
A leadership division at the Picayune Rancheria of Chukchansi Indians has spilled into its casino -- resulting in a missed $12 million payment to the tribe's bondholders that was due April 1.
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CARMEN GEORGE
Water concerns and privatization discussed
About 60 concerned residents packed a small room at the Sierra Senior Center in Oakhurst last week to discuss the future of water in Eastern Madera County -- a meeting that focused on the possible dangers of privatizing water systems.
