Curious Students Whet Appetite for Knowledge at “Dinner with a Scientist”

Curious Students Whet Appetite for Knowledge at “Dinner with a Scientist”

San Andreas, CA…More than 110 local students and teachers enjoyed an enlightening, progressive dinner with 17 enthusiastic science professionals at the 2017 Calaveras/Amador “Dinner with a Scientist” on Thursday, November 16 in Calaveras River Academy/Mountain Oaks gymnasium in San Andreas. The evening was hosted by the Calaveras County Office of Education with funding from the […]

Calaveras County Fire Chiefs Association President Declares Cold and Flue Season

Calaveras County Fire Chiefs Association President Declares Cold and Flue Season

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Fire Chiefs Association President Don Young on Monday declared the start of cold and flue season. It isn’t what you think. Young, who is also the chief for San Andreas Fire Protection District, isn’t trying to replace Calaveras County Public Health Officer Dr. Dean Kelaita. Photo credit: Dana M. Nichols, San […]

Traffic Update…Rollover on Hwy 88 in Carson Spur Area

Traffic Update…Rollover on Hwy 88 in Carson Spur Area

Kirkwood, CA…CHP is reporting a vehicle rollover in the Carson Spur area on Hwy 88. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00085 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr88 / Carson Spur Loc Desc: EB SR88 JWO CARSON SPUR Lat/Lon: 38.705537 -120.103879 Close Detail Information 8:43 AM 5 [6] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1179-Trfc Collision-1141 […]

Conviction of Mladic, the ‘epitome of evil,’ a Momentous Victory for Justice – UN rights chief

Conviction of Mladic, the ‘epitome of evil,’ a Momentous Victory for Justice – UN rights chief

New York, NY…Welcoming today’s conviction of former Bosnian Serb army commander Ratko Mladic on multiple counts of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes by an international tribunal, the United Nations top human right official said that the verdict is “a warning” to perpetrators of such crimes that they will be brought to justice. In […]

FCC Chairman Pai “Proposes to Restore Internet Freedom”

FCC Chairman Pai “Proposes to Restore Internet Freedom”

Washington, DC…Chairman Pai Circulates Draft Order To Restore Internet Freedom And Eliminate Heavy-Handed Internet Regulations. Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai released the following statement on his draft Restoring Internet Freedom Order, which was circulated to his fellow Commissioners this morning and will be voted on at the FCC’s Open Meeting on December 14. “For […]

President Trump Before Marine One Departure

President Trump Before Marine One Departure

Washington, DC…South Lawn, 3:16 P.M. EST. Q Mr. President, are you ready to talk about Roy Moore at all? THE PRESIDENT: Yeah, I’ll be talking about him. I can tell you one thing for sure: We don’t need a liberal person in there, a Democrat — Jones. I’ve looked at his record. It’s terrible on […]

Traffic Update….Vehicle Down an Embankment and Through a Fence Near Jenny Lind & Milton Roads.

Traffic Update….Vehicle Down an Embankment and Through a Fence Near Jenny Lind & Milton Roads.

Jenny Lind, CA…CHP is reporting a collision near Jenny Lind & Milton Roads. A vehicle is down an embankment and through a fence. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00289 Type: Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj Location: Jenny Lind Rd / Milton Rd Loc Desc: 1 MILE FROM THE DUMP Lat/Lon: 38.099178 -120.878377 Close Detail Information […]

Celebrating over 150 Years as Part of Your Community

Celebrating over 150 Years as Part of Your Community

Angels Camp, CA…Since 1867, we’ve believed in giving back to the communities that we serve in the form of donations, community involvement and volunteer time. Our employees are your friends and neighbors. We believe in working hard to make our communities a better place to live. You’ll notice that many Bank of Stockton employees are […]

Copperopolis Man Arrested on Numerous Charges at Black Oak Casino

Copperopolis Man Arrested on Numerous Charges at Black Oak Casino

Tuolumne, CA…A Copperopolis man took a rather large gamble last night at a local casino that didn’t pay off in his favor. Our office received a call from Black Oak Casino reporting security staff had made contact with 21-year-old Tommy High on the gaming floor after he was involved in a verbal altercation with another […]

Looking Over the President’s Shoulder at MCT December 1-17th

Looking Over the President’s Shoulder at MCT December 1-17th

Murphys, CA…Looking Over the President’s Shoulder is a one-man play based on the real-life experiences of Alonzo Fields, Chief Butler in the White House for 21 years. Entertaining and educational, Looking Over the President’s Shoulder will appeal to audience members of all ages. From his unique insider’s perspective, Fields recalls his service to four American […]

Sonora Pass Closed For Winter… Ebbetts Pass Closed but May Reopen!

Sonora Pass Closed For Winter… Ebbetts Pass Closed but May Reopen!

Alpine, Tuolumne, Mono and Inyo Counties – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the seasonal closure of Sonora Pass (SR-108) due to accumulations of snow and ice on this route. Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor Chris Baker encountered 8″ of snow covering a thick sheet of ice that stopped his progress at about 8,000′ on the […]

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For November 20th

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For November 20th

San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are below CALAVERAS COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE MEDIA BULLETIN Monday, November 20, 2017 00:16 Disturbance 1711200001 Occurred on Savage Wy, Burson. Verbal – Parties agree to seperate for the night. . Disposition: No Report Taken. 02:16 911 Hang Up 1711200003 Occurred on Pope St, […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept. Activity Logs For November 17 – 20th

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept. Activity Logs For November 17 – 20th

Sonora, CA…The latest Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies Activity Logs are enclosed… TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF MEDIA BULLETIN Monday, November 20, 2017 00:15 CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL 1711200002 Occurred at Hwy 108/LIME Kiln Rd, Sonora. Poss 23152 WB darker small 4d .sped off and RP can no longer see them..trans to CHP. . Disposition: Referred To Other Agency. […]

Agencies Join Forces to Promote “Trapping Your Grease” During the Holidays!

Agencies Join Forces to Promote “Trapping Your Grease” During the Holidays!

Sonora, CA…The Thanksgiving holiday this week will have many Tuolumne County residents busy cooking in their kitchens. To avoid potential plumbing and sewer disasters, Groveland Community Services District, Jamestown Sanitary District, Tuolumne City Sanitary District, Tuolumne County Solid Waste Department, Tuolumne Utilities District, Twain Harte Community Services District and Waste Management would like to remind […]

It All Starts at Forest Meadows Properties

It All Starts at Forest Meadows Properties

Murphys, CA…Let us welcome you home to Forest Meadows Properties serving Calaveras County. Year-round events, mountain and foothills recreation, culinary excellence, an award-winning up-and-coming wine region, picturesque historic downtowns and a thriving arts community make Calaveras County an especially appealing place to visit. In addition, we are constantly hearing about the friendliness of our local […]

Parents Burning the Midnight (and Weekend) Oil ~ Brian Knop

Parents Burning the Midnight (and Weekend) Oil ~ Brian Knop

Washington, DC…Of the 72.3 million children in the United States living with at least one of their parents, 43 percent (31.0 million) live with a parent who is working a nonstandard schedule (Table 1). Any schedule that does not reflect the traditional Monday through Friday daytime schedule is considered nonstandard. Parents with more than one job are considered nonstandard […]

The 2017 Avery Christmas Tree Lighting is Friday November 24th

The 2017 Avery Christmas Tree Lighting is Friday November 24th

Avery, CA…Avery Christmas Tree Lighting – Friday, November 24, 2017 begins at 5:30 pm with refreshments and caroling (cookies and coffee/hot chocolate) please help out by bringing cookies/goodies to share with your friends and neighbors. Tree lighting ceremony begins at 6:00 pm with the lighting of the tree shortly thereafter. Santa Claus will make an […]

Sonora Traffic Details for the 34th Annual Christmas Parade on November 24th

Sonora Traffic Details for the 34th Annual Christmas Parade on November 24th

Sonora, CA…Friday, 24 November 2017, will be the 34th annual Christmas Parade. This event will bring thousands of visitors to downtown Sonora. Several streets will be closed before and during the parade including parts of State Route 49. People need to plan ahead if they are attending the parade or trying to get through town […]

Grand Theft and Conspiracy Arrest in Sonora

Grand Theft and Conspiracy Arrest in Sonora

Sonora, CA…On November 20th, just after 8:00 A.M., Sonora Police Officers responded to Safeway (1291 Sanguinetti Road) for a report of a theft in progress. While en route, officers were advised two African American male adults exited the store with bags of stolen merchandise and got into a dark colored sedan, possibly a Toyota. Chief […]

Raymond Douglas Davis 1921 – 2017

Raymond Douglas Davis 1921 – 2017

Angels Camp, CA…Raymond Douglas Davis born September 29, 1921 in Port Arthur, Texas, passed away at his residence in Angels Camp, CA., on November 14, 2017, he was 96 yrs. old. Ray married lillian Amolene Wise in 1941 and they were married for over 70 years. He was a World War II Veteran and was […]

Stanislaus National Forest Ends Temporary Fire Restrictions in High Hazard Areas

Stanislaus National Forest Ends Temporary Fire Restrictions in High Hazard Areas

Sonora, CA… The fire restrictions in high hazard areas have been terminated as of Nov. 20, 2017. The Stanislaus National Forest enacted the temporary fire restrictions on July 20. A campfire permit is still required for those camping outside of developed campgrounds and can be obtained at visitor centers or online at www.PreventWildfireCA.org. Important fire […]

Great, Local, Black Friday Savings From Middleton’s Furniture and Appliances

Great, Local, Black Friday Savings From Middleton’s Furniture and Appliances

Angels Camp, CA…Shop this Friday at Middleton’s Furniture and Appliances The will have Great Black Friday Savings. Shop Local & Save… Family owned and operated since 1955, Middleton’s Mark twain Center, Inc was originally Calaveras Mercantile bought be Hank and Matilda Middleton in 1955. Starting as a furniture, feed, fabric and appliance business in the […]

Get Your Home Organized for the Holidays With Laurie’s Home Organizing 209.728.4700

Get Your Home Organized for the Holidays With Laurie’s Home Organizing  209.728.4700

Murphys, CA…Laurie’s Home Organizing can ring more order & new beauty to your surroundings. Existing furnishings skillfully & artfully put together to increase the charm and function of living spaces. As your professional organizer I find joy in helping manage the “stuff of life” –whatever it may be. Creative, neat, orderly, fast, easy to work […]

Now Open …The Rhone Room at Lavender Ridge

Now Open …The Rhone Room at Lavender Ridge

Murphys, CA…Enjoy extraordinary library wines with artisan cheese plates for two. Sit-down flight style tasting of the best selections from the Lavender Ridge Cellar. Through the big iron door in the back. Reservations recommended. Large Party Reservations Parties of 7 or more, must make reservations for Saturday tasting in advance. Reservations are secured with an […]