Arnold, CA…Don’t count us out. If the bridge on Blagen road is not in place, we will hold this event at Independence Hall Community Center. Ebbetts Pass Moose Lodge Car Show and Chili Cook Off. Car enthusiasts and Chili lovers bring the family to Arnold, CA, on Highway 4 across from White Pines Lake. There […]
Angels Camp, CA…On Sunday, August 12 a grass fire broke out in a vacant lot near our home in old town Angels Camp, above Utica Park. As fire newbies, we were pretty scared. The flames were over six feet high and the crackling could be heard inside our house even though all the windows were […]
Arnold, CA…Calaveras Big Trees Association Presents A Day in the Park on Saturday, August 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Bring your family and friends to a fun-filled afternoon of music by the local favorite, Magnolia Rhythm Trio. They will be performing from 12 – 2 at the Campfire Center. Delicious barbecue will be […]
Murphys, CA…One of the most anticipated dates on the August calendar every year is the annual Angels-Murphys Rotary Shrimp & Pasta Feed. It is August 19th from 4-10pm at Murphys Community Park and is not to be missed.
Washington, DC…I have directed that United States Cyber Command be elevated to the status of a Unified Combatant Command focused on cyberspace operations. This new Unified Combatant Command will strengthen our cyberspace operations and create more opportunities to improve our Nation’s defense. The elevation of United States Cyber Command demonstrates our increased resolve against cyberspace […]
Angels Camp, CA…Grab a cowboy hat and low-back lawn chair or blanket and settle under the shade of heritage oaks at the 2nd Annual Red Dirt and Gold Dust Music Fest, Saturday, August 19th at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds. “This is going to be an incredible day — five bands playing the best of Red […]
Angels Camp, CA…LOCATION, LOCATION. Indulge yourself in this custom 5 bedroom 4 bath home on an oversized, private lot, overlooking the 1st green and 2nd fairway of the Greenhorn Creek Golf Course. Built by Ron Barrett Construction, this home is a masterpiece. The remodeled large chefs kitchen leads to an oversized open dining room and […]
Jamestown, CA….CHP is reporting a solo vehicle that has spun and ended up in a ditch near Sr108 / Tulloch Dam Rd. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00074 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr108 / Tulloch Dam Rd Loc Desc: EB BTWN TULLOCH DAM AND J59 Lat/Lon: 37.839200 -120.626055 Close Detail Information 6:45 […]
Washington, DC…For all people of good will — regardless of party affiliation, race, creed, or color — the events that took place this weekend in Charlottesville were sickening and deeply disturbing. Several clear themes emerged for me this weekend. And while they are pretty obvious, I thought I would share them with the broader ACLU […]
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 […]
Jamestown, CA…On Wednesday, August 16, 2017, at approximately 3:30 am, CHP was notified by Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office that they were in pursuit of a white Honda Sedan which was reported stolen out of Modesto. The Honda led the deputies at high speeds through Tuolumne, Sonora, and Jamestown and at one point intentionally struck a […]
Murphys, CA…Try out the Saturday Hopper bus service running between Valley Springs and Arnold with stops in Murphys! Saturdays in Murphys – Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please contact Jo Sanders at 209-728-3072 to confirm […]
Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting an overturned vehicle into a yard on Baldwin Street. Subjects were initially pinned in the vehicle as well. The incident is now in the clearing stages but please use caution in the area… Incident: 00363 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: 7054 Baldwin St Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.114075 -120.864762 Close Detail […]
Murphys, CA…On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Murphys Old Timers Museum, I would like to thank everyone who supported “The Concert of the Summer” held at Brice Station on July 16th. The event was a huge success with all proceeds going directly to our community museum. I especially want to thank our […]
Bentonville, AR…Respect for the individual is one of our core beliefs at Walmart. And the role we play in communities around the country to build a more diverse and inclusive society is more critical than ever as the tragic events in Charlottesville over the weekend painfully reminded us. Our prayers are with the victims and […]
Sonora, CA…Monday morning the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team along with the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Dive Team, Mobile Field Force Unit and Aero Squadron were able to safely re enter the river in search of Robert Bass III. Robert was reported to have fallen into the river below from the Tri-Dam Powerhouse on […]
San Andreas, CA…From Friday, August 11th, at midnight through Today Monday, August 14th, at 7:00 am; Cal – Fire Tuolumne Calaveras Unit (TCU) has responded to 8 vegetation fires, 2 vehicle fires, 2 debris fires, and 1 structure fire. Three citations (one for PRC 4427, one for H&S 13001, and one for PRC 4423(b)) have […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA…Arthur John Novotny, cherished Dad, Grandpa, Friend, passed away on August 12, 2017, at the age of 85. He was a longtime resident of Mokelumne Hill. Art was born in Stockton, CA to Eleanor and John Novotny. He attended elementary school in White Pines and graduated from Bret Harte High School in 1950. […]
San Andreas, CA…Leroy Coleman Rader was a 5th generation Calaveras County resident descendant of pioneer families. He was born October 20, 1942 to Coleman Rader of Glencoe and Ruth (Carlton) Rader of West Point. He attended West Pont elementary and then Calaveras High, graduating in 1960. He then married his high school sweet heart Sandy […]
Rail Road Flat, CA…Lucas Nathaniel Bur was born August 23, 1986 at Jackson, CA. He was 30 years old. He grew up in Railroad Flat, CA, and had returned and lived there again for the last two years of his life. Lucas found his longed-for peace on July 25, 2017, in the National Forest in […]
Twain Harte, CA…CHP is reporting a Mini Cooper vs Deer on Hwy 108 near Twain Harte. Luckily the only injuries are to the deer. Incident: 00090 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr108 / Twain Harte Dr Loc Desc: WB Lat/Lon: 38.039236 -120.217612 Close Detail Information 7:33 AM 6 [9] A61-003 ADV CT DEER IS 1/2 […]
Angels Camp, CA…CHP is reporting an overturned pickup and trailer on Hwy 4 just east of Angels Camp. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00047 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr4 / Borbe Ranch Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.083412 -120.514415 Close Detail Information 7:02 AM 4 [9] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 SAM BERRI 209 […]
Arnold, CA…Dogwood Seasonal Cuisine In Cedar Center is Now Hiring!! The new dinner house in Arnold has had a great first year and is currently hiring for line cooks. Email resumes to Dogwood.Rest@gmail.com
San Andreas, CA…CHP is reporting an overturned vehicle with lanes blocked near Hwy 12 & Double Springs. A vehicle is blocking both lanes. Please use caution and expect delays in the area… ncident: 00310 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr12 / Double Springs Rd Loc Desc: JWO TOYON Lat/Lon: 38.212243 -120.755946 Close Detail Information 6:22 […]
Lake Alpine, CA….Lake Alpine is a wonderful location for astrophotography and I’m not sure how many of your readers appreciate the variety of night objects that can be viewed from the shoreline of Lake Alpine. I’ve attached two photos that I took this past Saturday, Aug. 12. One shows the early night sky (thus the […]
Murphys, CA….Whoever said Sunday nights are when the weekend is winding down probably wasn’t at Ironstone Amphitheater last night. It was filled with fans of the classic rock sounds of Steve Miller & Peter Frampton. The consummate musical pros put on a great show. One person in the audience we spoke with thought they even […]
Murphys, CA…Murphys resident Tom Pratt is helping local residents with their fire insurance. As many of you know it is becoming increasingly hard to get in our fire prone regions. They have innovative programs that can not only get you covered but at prices you can afford…