Autopsy Reports That Charles Duston Who Had Been Missing In The Sonora Pass High Country Passed Away From Hypothermia & Exposure.

Autopsy Reports That Charles Duston Who Had Been Missing In The Sonora Pass High Country Passed Away From Hypothermia & Exposure.

Pinecrest, CA…The autopsy report has deemed the cause of death for missing snowmobiler Charles Duston as hypothermia and exposure. Foul play was ruled out. Please continue to keep his family and friends in your thoughts during this tragic time. **Update Wed. April 26 at 10:45 PM** Several search and rescue teams have been scouring the […]

Services For Charles Hewitt Jr. Will Be Held On May 6th

Services For Charles Hewitt Jr. Will Be Held On May 6th

San Andreas, CA…Charles Hewitt of San Andreas passed away on April 20, 2017 at Avalon convalescent Hospital. Charles is survived by his wife Laura Ann of 58 years. His daughter Andrea and son in law Rodney Freitas of Jackson and two grandson Christopher and William Freitas. His daughter Cheri and son in law Gordy Boyd […]

The “First 100 Days” By Congressman Tom McClintock

The “First 100 Days” By Congressman Tom McClintock

Washington, DC…Mr. Speaker: The last four elections have defined one of the most dramatic political realignments in our country’s history. In those elections, we’ve seen a net shift of 64 U.S. House seats, 12 U.S. Senate seats, 10 governors, 919 state legislative seats and the presidency shift from Democrats to Republicans. This happened in large […]

Don’t Miss The Giant BOGO Sale Going On Now At Arnold Ace Home Center

Don’t Miss The Giant BOGO Sale Going On Now At Arnold Ace Home Center

Arnold, CA…Arnold Ace Home Center is committed to being “the helpful place” by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products. We have a large selection of hardware, home goods, lumber, paint, and garden supplies. Arnold Ace Home Center has been serving the community for 30 years and the Hauer family has owned […]

The Inaugural Murphys Mutt March On April 29th Joins List Of Great Community Club Events

The Inaugural Murphys Mutt March On April 29th Joins List Of Great Community Club Events

Murphys, CA…The first annual Murphys Mutt March will join the list of Community Club organized events when a bevy of canine companions and their doting owners gather on Saturday, April 29, at 8:30 a.m. “The Murphys area is home to so many wonderful four-footed-friends that we thought it would be a good idea to have […]

Governor Brown Signs Massive Fuel Tax Increase & Road Improvement Bill

Governor Brown Signs Massive Fuel Tax Increase & Road Improvement Bill

Sacramento, CA…Moving to fill potholes, smooth thousands of miles of pavement, repair bridges and strengthen public transportation, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today signed a package of legislation to improve transportation and create jobs in communities across California.  “Safe and smooth roads make California a better place to live and strengthen our economy,” said Governor […]

Burn Permits Required In The TCU May 1st

Burn Permits Required In The TCU May 1st

San Andreas, CA…Monday, May 1, 2017, at 8:00 AM the Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) will require burning permits within State Responsibility Areas of Tuolumne County, Calaveras County, Eastern Stanislaus County and Eastern San Joaquin County. Burn hours will not be restricted; however, a transition to night […]

83 Year Old And Peace Officers Assaulted In Valley Springs. Multiple Charges For 38 Year Old, Bail Set At $1,225,000

83 Year Old And Peace Officers Assaulted In Valley Springs.  Multiple Charges For 38 Year Old, Bail Set At $1,225,000

Valley Springs, CA…On 04/27/17 at about 2345 hours, The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 400 block of La Contenta Drive in Valley Springs for a 9-1-1 call. An 83-year-old victim reported that 38-year-old Jeffrey Alan Greg had strangled and assaulted her. The female victim told deputies that she locked herself in her bedroom, […]

Traffic Update….Vehicle vs Tree Near Hwy 49 & Hwy 12.

Traffic Update….Vehicle vs Tree Near Hwy 49 & Hwy 12.

San Andreas, CA…CHP is reporting a vehicle into a tree near Hwys 49 & 12. The tree has been removed from the roadway. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00161 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr49 / Sr12 Loc Desc: SR49 JNO SR12 Lat/Lon: 38.204798 -120.697423 Close Detail Information 1:24 PM 8 [11] 49-S3 […]

Cannabis Ban Ordinance Draft Environmental Impact Report Has Been Released

Cannabis Ban Ordinance Draft Environmental Impact Report Has Been Released

San Andreas, CA…The Draft Environmental Impact Report is now available for public review and comment.  The formal 45-day public review period begins on Monday, May 1, 2017.  Written comments may be sent to the Planning Department at 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA  95249 or by email to PlanningWeb@co.calaveras.ca.us. Click Above For A Copy […]

Bear Valley Announces Plans for New High-Speed Six-Pack Chairlift

Bear Valley Announces Plans for New High-Speed Six-Pack Chairlift

Bear Valley, CA…Skyline Bear Valley Resorts has entered into an agreement with Leitner-Poma to construct and install a new high-speed six-pack chairlift to be completed this year in time for the start of the 17/18 ski season in late November. The new lift will transport six passengers at a time from the mid-mountain ski lodge […]

National Income and Product Accounts Gross Domestic Product: Less Than One Percent First Quarter 2017

National Income and Product Accounts Gross Domestic Product: Less Than One Percent First Quarter 2017

Washington, DC…Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 0.7 percent in the first quarter of 2017 (table 1), according to the “advance” estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the fourth quarter of 2016, real GDP increased 2.1 percent. The Bureau emphasized that the first-quarter advance estimate released today […]

Go Green & Save With Calaveras Telephone

Go Green & Save With Calaveras Telephone

Copperopolis, CA…In 1895 James A. Tower was only 16 years old when, using barbed wire fencing, he strung the first telephone line for what was to become The Calaveras Telephone Company. As demands for the telephone service increased, the young Mr. Tower found it necessary to establish a central office in the small community of […]

Statewide CTA Day of Action Monday, May 1, to Protect CA Public Schools From Potential Trump Administration Actions

Statewide CTA Day of Action Monday, May 1, to Protect CA Public Schools From Potential Trump Administration Actions

Burlingame, CA…Rising up together to protect public education and send the message that all students deserve safe schools, thousands of California educators, parents, administrators and students will join in a rapidly growing series of social justice events statewide Monday, May 1, as part of the CTA Day of Action. “This is a day of local […]

Caltrans District 10 Weekly Road Report Through May 6th

Caltrans District 10 Weekly Road Report Through May 6th

Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through May 4th & Lisa Boulton

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through May 4th & Lisa Boulton

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Community TV is located in San Andreas, CA. We are a non-profit organization which helps facilitate the local studio and air original community programming to your home. The goals for PEG Access Television are to promote free speech, foster diverse points of view, encourage communications, create opportunities, encourage artistic expression, expand educational […]

Wounded Warrior Project Applauds VA Accountability Executive Order

Wounded Warrior Project Applauds VA Accountability Executive Order

Washington, DC…Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) joined other veterans service organizations to support an executive order that will strengthen the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). President Donald Trump signed the order to allow VA to hold employees accountable. “The overwhelming majority of VA employees serve our veterans honorably, and we applaud their service and commitment to […]

45% of Americans Chose Smartphones, Cars or Vacations Over Financial Security (Vacation Destinations Thank You!)

45% of Americans Chose Smartphones, Cars or Vacations Over Financial Security (Vacation Destinations Thank You!)

Windsor, CT…A new consumer survey by Voya Financial’s Annuities and Individual Life businesses revealed that many Americans might be willing to risk their financial security to keep some of their most-valued items. In fact, nearly half (45%) of Americans surveyed were willing to give up their financial security if it meant keeping either their smartphones, […]

President Trump at Signing of Executive Order on the Antiquities Act

President Trump at Signing of Executive Order on the Antiquities Act

Washington, DC…THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Mike. He’s been a great Vice President, a great help. And everybody loves Mike Pence. I just want to thank you for your service. Been incredible. (Applause.) It’s a real pleasure to be at the Department of Interior, where you help preserve the splendor and the beauty of America’s natural […]

President Trump in Farmers Roundtable and Executive Order Signing Promoting Agriculture and Rural Prosperity in America

President Trump in Farmers Roundtable and Executive Order Signing Promoting Agriculture and Rural Prosperity in America

Washington, DC…THE PRESIDENT: Busy day. They had a very busy day — had a good day. We’re doing well, very well. Things are turning around. I know they’re turning around for you folks, so I just want to welcome you very much to the White House — special place — America’s farmers and ranchers. I […]

President Trump at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum National Days of Remembrance

President Trump at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum National Days of Remembrance

Washington, DC…Thank you very much. Thank you. Friends, members of Congress, ambassadors, veterans, and, most especially, to the survivors here with us today, it’s an honor to join you on this very, very solemn occasion. I am deeply moved to stand before those who survived history’s darkest hour. Your cherished presence transforms this place into […]

Calaveras County Search & Rescue Training To Be Prepared & Hope You Are As Well

Calaveras County Search & Rescue Training To Be Prepared & Hope You Are As Well

San Andreas, CA…On April 22nd, the Calaveras County Volunteer Search and Rescue Team conducted their annual swift water rescue training. The training consisted of locating lost persons along the river, accessing them and transporting them safely to shore. This was a refresher course designed to sharpen skills prior to what is expected as a high […]

Stanislaus National Forest Suffers Extensive Storm Damage, Some Roads Closed Until 2018

Stanislaus National Forest Suffers Extensive Storm Damage, Some Roads Closed Until 2018

Sonora, CA…Roads on Stanislaus National Forest suffered extensive damage from winter storms and many will remain closed until at least 2018, including four popular roads. Forest officials warn all the damage has yet to be assessed. Cottonwood Road (1N04) on Groveland and Mi-Wok districts, Beardsley Day Use Road (4N29) and Hell’s Half Acre (5N95) on […]

The 2017 Taste Of Calaveras Showcased the Finest Wine, Culinary Treats & Art! Photos & Video!

The 2017 Taste Of Calaveras Showcased the Finest Wine, Culinary Treats & Art!  Photos & Video!

Murphys, CA…The 11th Annual Taste of Calaveras drew its’ largest crowd ever on April 22nd At Ironstone and it Showcased the Finest Wine, Culinary Treats & Art. More than 40 of Calaveras County’s most acclaimed winemakers, restaurateurs and plein air artists converged at Ironstone Vineyards. The event featured wine tasting, gourmet samplings, live music by […]

Big & Bold Black Sheep Winery April Specials

Big & Bold Black Sheep Winery April Specials

Murphys, CA…Black Sheep Winery arrived in Murphys with the 1984 harvest. From that first harvest we produced our 1984 Amador Zinfandel. The wine was styled in a big, bold way like nobody else could do. That’s what makes us Black Sheep; we’re different from the rest of the flock. We feature small batches of limited […]

Don’t Miss Film Friday with “Bottle Shock” At Milliaire April 28th.

Don’t Miss Film Friday with “Bottle Shock” At Milliaire April 28th.

Murphys, CA…Don’t miss our first Film Friday! Enjoy “Bottle Shock” projected on our Creekside Patio along with a delicious glass of Milliaire and theater snacks in hand! Doors open at 7:30pm, film begins at dusk. FREE ADMISSION. Milliaire Winery is a small family-owned winery founded by Liz and Steve Millier in 1983 in the cellar […]