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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

News
- Fresno County Deputies Arrest Suspect Wanted in Prather Post Office Stabbing
  2026-05-22 04:46:28
  Deputies Arrest Stabbing Suspect in Prather May 22, 2026 – Fresno County Sheriff’s Office officials report that shortly before...
- KFF Health News: 3 Medical Routines That Older People May Not Need
  2026-05-22 03:59:56
  Image by Sohag Hawlader from PixabayMay 22, 2026 - By Paula Span - Enough time had passed since the patient’s previous...
- San Andreas Man on Probation Arrested After Pursuit for Suspicion of Stealing a Generac Power Bank from a Sonora Store
  2026-05-22 03:55:50
  May 22, 2026 – Sonora Police Department officials report that on May 18, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. officers with the Sonora Police...
- CAL FIRE Announces Muscular Dystrophy Fundraiser in Madera, Mariposa, and Merced Counties on Saturday, May 23, 2026
  2026-05-22 03:55:41
  It's Time to Fill the Boot! May 22, 2026 – CAL FIRE officials announce that the firefighters of CAL FIRE's...
- National Parks Conservation Association Reports Momentum Builds to Fix National Parks with a Possible Upcoming U.S. Senate Vote on the America the Beautiful Act
  2026-05-22 03:54:56
  Yosemite National Park Half Dome Sierra Sun Times file photo "The strong bipartisan support behind the America the Beautiful Act...
- Sierra National Forest Announces Forest Orders for Food & Refuse Storage and Wilderness Food & Refuse Storage in Effect Today, Friday, May 22
  2026-05-22 03:48:48
  Sierra National Forest Credit: USDA file photoMay 22, 2026 - The Sierra National Forest has issued the following Forest Orders: •...
- Projects That Will Reduce Overly Dense Fuels and Reinforce Fuelbreaks in Mariposa and Nevada Counties to be Considered at Upcoming Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) Board Meeting
  2026-05-22 03:37:44
  Mariposa, California Sierra Sun Times file photo If approved by the Board, funds will restore forest health, boost recreation. New...
- California State Parks Honors the Service of Veterans, and Active and Reserve Military Members, By Offering Free Admission to 147 Participating State Parks on Memorial Day – Monday, May 25
  2026-05-22 03:30:15
  Top photos - left: Cyclists take in the view at Mount Diablo State Park (SP). Right: It's always important to wear a U.S. Coast...
- National Park Service Invites Americans to Honor Memorial Day in National Parks Across the Country as Memorial Day Entrance Fees Waived for U.S. Residents at Participating National Parks
  2026-05-22 03:26:18
  Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine preserves the story of American resilience and service. National parks like...
- AAA Reports Memorial Day Weekend Gas Prices Reach Four-Year Highs as President Trump’s War with Iran Creates Chaos – California at $6.13 Declines 1 Cent Week-Over-Week and CA. Diesel at $7.41
  2026-05-22 03:18:21
  May 22, 2026 - WASHINGTON, DC – As holiday travelers start hitting the road on Thursday in record numbers, Memorial Day weekend gas...
- Two Suspects Arrested on Multiple Charges After Attempting to Use Stolen Credit Cards at Sonora Smoke Shop
  2026-05-22 03:13:11
  May 22, 2026 – Sonora Police Department officials report that on May 18, 2026, at 3:45 p.m. officers with the Sonora Police...
- Coalition to Protect America’s National Parks Urges Full Public Review of President Trump’s Proposed Monumental Arch Near Arlington National Cemetery
  2026-05-22 03:12:29
  May 22, 2026 - On Thursday, the Coalition to Protect America’s National Parks released the following letter:Mr. William...
- KFF: Texas Emerges as Focus of New Trump Administration Actions to Limit Gender-Affirming Care
  2026-05-22 03:07:31
  May 22, 2026 - By Lindsey Dawson - Since early 2025, the Trump Administration has sought to limit youth access to...
- California Attorney General Bonta Asks Court to Break Up Live Nation/Ticketmaster, Says, “A Jury Found Live Nation Manipulated The Market, Hurt Artists, Fans, And Businesses Nationwide, All While Getting Richer”
  2026-05-22 02:57:58
  May 22, 2026 - OAKLAND — On Thursday, California Attorney General Rob Bonta, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 34 attorneys...
- Governor Gavin Newsom Announces California Launches SUN Bucks for Summer 2026 To Help Fight Childhood Food Insecurity
  2026-05-22 02:51:02
  What you need to know: The state is launching SUN Bucks for summer 2026, providing eligible families with $120 per child in food...
- California State Senator Sasha Renée Pérez on Immigration Hunger Strike by Detainees at Adelanto Immigration Prison in San Bernardino County, Says, “No Person Should Be Treated As Less Than Human At These Facilities”
  2026-05-22 02:46:56
  May 22, 2026 - SACRAMENTO – Senator Sasha Renée Pérez (D-Pasadena) issued the following statement on a hunger strike underway at...
- Caltrans Traffic Advisory for Mariposa County: One-Way Traffic Control Delays Expected on State Routes 49, 132 & 140 on May 24-30, 2026
  2026-05-22 02:43:30
  TRAFFIC ADVISORY One-Way Traffic Controls for May 24-30, 2026 May 22, 2026 – Mariposa County – The California Department of...
- Caltrans Traffic Advisory for Merced County: One-Way Traffic Control & Highway Lane Closures on State Routes 33, 99 & 165 for May 24-30, 2026
  2026-05-22 02:41:39
  TRAFFIC ADVISORY One-Way Traffic Control & Highway Ramp Closure on State Routes 33, 99 & 165 for May 24-30, 2026 May 22, 2026 –...
- California Congressman Ted Lieu, Democratic Veterans Joint Statement on Opposing Republican Bill To Cut Veterans' Earned Housing Benefits
  2026-05-22 02:40:36
  May 22, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Thursday, Democratic Veterans Caucus Co-Chairs Ted Lieu (D-Los Angeles County), Chris...
- U.S. Senate Republicans Block California Alex Padilla’s Bill to Kill President Trump’s Slush Fund for January 6 Insurrectionists (Video)
  2026-05-22 02:33:57
  Sen. Padilla: Let’s prevent corrupt payouts for January 6th rioters before taxpayer funds are misused and wasted. May 22, 2026 -...
- U.S. House Democrat Demands Answers on DHS $70+ Million Luxury Jet as First Lady and Admin Officials Use for Personal Transportation
  2026-05-22 02:28:35
  MELANIA - First Look Credit: Muse Films Copyright: Amazon MGM StudiosMay 22, 2026 - Washington, D.C. — On Thursday, Rep. Robert Garcia,...
- Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report for Thursday, May 21, 2026
  2026-05-22 01:17:03
  Mariposa County Daily Sheriff and Booking Report for Thursday, May 21, 2026 The Mariposa County Sheriff's Department New...
- National Parks Conservation Association Reports U.S. House Rejects Deep Funding Cuts to National Parks Amid Staffing Crisis and Busy Summer Season
  2026-05-21 04:03:59
  Vernal Fall in Yosemite National Park, seen from a viewpoint just below Clark Point. Credit: NPS file photo“Just last year,...
- American Medical Association Release Statement on Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Removing Vice Chairs of U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)
  2026-05-21 03:59:12
  Argentina President Javier Milei and U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.May 21, 2026 - On Wednesday,...
- California State Association of Counties: Counties Call on State Leaders to “Protect Our Safety Net” Ahead of Deep Federal Cuts Due to Devastating Impacts of Republicans H.R. 1
  2026-05-21 03:53:01
  May 21, 2026 - Sacramento, CA — County leaders from across California are calling on the Governor and Legislature to take urgent...
- BLM Mother Lode Field Offices Issue 2026 Seasonal Fire Restrictions Effective Friday, May 22 – Affects Ten Counties Including Mariposa County
  2026-05-21 03:48:38
  May 21, 2026 - EL DORADO HILLS, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management, in coordination with the US Wildland Fire Service, is...
- Kern County Sheriff Releases Critical Incident Video of Suspect Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting After Crash
  2026-05-21 03:44:46
  Critical Incident Release May 21, 2026 – Kern County Sheriff’s Office officials report that on April 10, 2026, at about 5:30...
- Coalition to Protect America’s National Parks Says Steve Pearce’s Confirmation to Lead the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is an Affront to American Principles
  2026-05-21 03:43:57
  Oil wells Credit: BLMMay 21, 2026 - Washington, DC — on Tuesday, the Coalition to Protect America’s National Parks released the...
- California Department of Justice Investigating Tulare County Sheriff’s Department Officer-Involved Shooting Death on Wednesday, May 20, Under AB 1506
  2026-05-21 03:38:21
  FN 509 MRD-LE, one of the type of guns used by Los Angeles Police Department**The information provided below is based on...
- Are Birds Scared Of Women? UCLA Behavioral Ecologist On The Study That’s Taken Flight On Social Media
  2026-05-21 03:33:07
  Key takeaways An international study of how human behavior affects urban birds’ anti-predator reactions found that men can get...
- California State Parks Offers Free Admission to Veterans, Active Duty and Reserve Military Members on Memorial Day, 2026
  2026-05-21 03:26:24
  May 21, 2026 - SACRAMENTO — California State Parks is honoring the service of veterans and active duty and reserve military...
- California and National Drought Summary for May 19, 2026, 10 Day Weather Outlook, and California Drought Statistics: 60% of State Abnormally Dry, a 0% Decrease Week-Over-Week
  2026-05-21 03:19:29
  California and National Drought Summary for May 19, 2026 Summary May 21, 2026 - During the week, the contiguous United States...
- National Association of REALTORS on U.S. House Passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, Says, "This Bill Reflects The Growing Bipartisan Consensus That The Nation Needs Bold Action To Expand Housing Inventory, Improve Affordability”
  2026-05-21 03:16:53
  Image by Pexels from PixabayMay 21, 2026 - WASHINGTON – ON Wednesday, Shannon McGahn, executive vice president and chief...
- California Assemblymember Alex Lee Says Federal Rules In June To Put Over 600,000 People at Risk of Losing CalFresh
  2026-05-21 03:13:13
  May 21, 2026 - Federal rules taking effect in June will strip away food benefits from hundreds of thousands of people. By...
- California Senate OK’s Jerry McNerney’s Bill to Streamline Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Also Known as Backyard Cottages or “Casitas,” by Accelerating Utility Hookups
  2026-05-21 03:08:42
  May 21, 2026 - The California state Senate has approved Sen. Jerry McNerney’s SB 1196, which will streamline the creation of...
- Kern County Sheriff Reports Inmate Escaped from Medical Center is Apprehended
  2026-05-21 03:07:39
  Escaped Inmate Apprehended May 21, 2026 – Kern County Sheriff’s Office officials report that they responded to the escape of an...
- California U.S. Senator Alex Padilla Slams Republican Bill to Give Another $70B to ICE and CBP (Video)
  2026-05-21 03:00:59
  Sen. Padilla: “How do Republicans propose to help working families? They don’t.” May 21, 2026 - WASHINGTON D.C. — On Wednesday,...
- DOJ Investigating Officer Involved Shooting in Tulare After Man Killed, Tulare County Sheriff Reports
  2026-05-21 03:00:27
  May 21, 2026 – Tulare County Sheriff’s Office officials report that just before 10:30 a.m. on May 20, 2026, TCSO Deputies were...
- Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva Responds to ICE’s Statement Demonizing Detained DACA Recipient Karla Toledo: “ICE Has Zero Credibility”
  2026-05-21 02:56:14
  May 21, 2026 - Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Adelita S. Grijalva released the following statement in response to ICE’s...
- Merced County Coroner Seeks Public’s Help Locating Family of 66-Year-Old Stephen Eugene Hill; Possible Family in the Bay Area
  2026-05-21 02:53:37
  May 21, 2026 – Merced County Sheriff's Office officials report that the Coroner’s Bureau needs the public's help locating the...

Mariposa County Burn Day Information

Thursday, May 21, 2026
fire ok

Note: Above 2,000 Feet Permissive Burn Day as of 4:50 A.M.
Below 2,000 Feet No Burning

Burn Permit Required from CAL FIRE
Permit May Be Required from Mariposa County
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Mariposa and Yosemite Valley Weather for Friday, May 22, 2026

Note: Valid at 6:00 A.M.

Sunny with a high temp of around 88 degrees and a low temp of around 61 degrees. Possible daytime 15 mph wind gusts.

Yosemite Valley: Sunny with a high temp of around 81 degrees and a low temp of around 52 degrees.

Mariposa weather for Saturday: Sunny and slightly cooler with a high temp of around 86 degrees and a low temp of around 61 degrees.

Future high temps for Mariposa: Sun.: 84 degrees. Mon.: 81 degrees. Tue.: 75 degrees.

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