Thought For The Day From Milton Friedman
“Hell hath no fury like a bureaucrat scorned.” Milton Friedman
Is The Time Finally Right To Build Your Dream Home? Cedar Ridge Has Your Lots Ready! Video Interview With Jon Ellis
Arnold, CA…Arnold, CA…Since 1990 Jon Ellis has had a dream of a great, upscale, custom home community on the beautiful 180 acre Cedar Ridge property. He and his wife Anne have kept pursuing this dream against what have at times been significant odds. Their patience, perseverance and faith have paid off. The property is a […]
Wrestler ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper Passes Away At 61
Hollywood, CA…WWE is deeply saddened that Roderick Toombs, aka “Rowdy” Roddy Piper — WWE Hall of Famer and Intercontinental Champion — passed away today at the age of 61. WWE extends its sincerest condolences to Toombs’ family, friends and fans. Superstars remember ‘Hot Rod’ | Classic photos | Watch greatest moments “Roddy Piper was one […]
A Breathtakingly Dangerous Act ~ Congressman McClintock On Iran Deal
Washington, DC…Congressman McClintock delivered the following remarks on the House floor on July 15th, 2015 regarding the President’s agreement with Iran on nuclear issues: Mr. Speaker: I don’t know how adequately to express my alarm and outrage at the President’s agreement with Iran. It is a breathtakingly dangerous act. <iframe width=”640″ height=”360″ src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/YlkoMoU-TgY” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe> […]
Shakespeare On The Vine Starts Tonight At Brice Station Vineyards
Murphys, CA…Shakespeare on the Vine and Brice Station Vineyards are pleased to announce their upcoming summer production of William Shakespeare’s Comedy The Taming of the Shrew, directed and produced by Tara Kayton. With The Taming of the Shrew, Kayton again embraces the exuberant and farcical commedia dell’arte aesthetic. Locals may be familiar with her recent […]
CAL FIRE and the USFS Announce Arrest & Cause of Big Creek Fire
San Andreas – On Thursday, July 30th the cause of the Big Creek Fire was determined to be an escaped debris fire. A suspect was identified and at 6:00 p.m. an arrest was made in connection with the start of the fire. Lisa Ann Vilmur was arrested and booked into Tuolumne County Jail for one […]
The Big Creek TCU Fire Update…204 Acres, Evacuations Lifted, 35% Contained
Groveland, CA…Current Situation: Acreage and containment continue holding steady since yesterday, but the extreme and historically dry fuel conditions remain a serious concern. With frequent spotting, this fire still remains a threat to firefighters and residents. Motorists driving in the area of the fire, especially on Highway 120, are asked to exercise great caution to […]
Stanislaus National Forest Fire Updates
Sonora, CA…Rosasco Fire: The Rosasco Fire is a holdover heat signature from the Rim Fire. It is burning in deep duff layers, making it difficult to extinguish. Line has been cut around the fire and it is holding, in containment, at 3.4 acres. Though there has been no situational change since yesterday, crews will continue […]
Wines of the World, August 13th at the Calaveras Wine & Beer Company, 5:30pm
Murphys, CA…Steve Collum hosts us at the new Calaveras Wine & Beer Co. and takes us in for a sneak peek at their tasting room. We will be tasting four artisan pizza combinations and pair them with five local wines. Sure, this is noshing at it’s finest, but we will take an in-depth look on […]
Twain Harte Bank Robbery Suspects Identified
Twain Harte, CA…Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office Detectives have been investigating the robbery of the Umpqua Bank in Twain Harte since the date of the incident (7/21/15). The Sheriff’s Office has followed up on numerous tips from the public and other leads. Two suspects have been identified, eighteen year old, Daveon Harris of Vacaville, CA and […]
The Big 49er Motors Summer Savings Markdown Sale!
Angels Camp, CA…49er Motors Summer Savings Markdown Sale! Come on down and see our new inventory arriving daily and take advantage of some of our Summer Savings Markdowns!! We can finance most anyone from bad credit to great we have a lender for you! Don’t forget that our service center performs services on all makes […]
Angels Camp Celebrated Our Veterans At Their 4th Of July Picnic!
Angels Camp, July 6, 2015 – Hundreds attend the 4th annual Angels Camp 4th of July celebration held in Utica Park on July 4th. As a soft breeze rustled the leaves and billowed the American flag – which had once flown proudly over the Alameda Naval Station on the date of her decommission – veterans, […]
Big Creek Fire TCU Incident Update
Groveland, CA…The increase in fire acreage is the result of better mapping. Fire fighters are working hard to construct containment lines around the fire even as conditions deteriorate with this afternoon’s rising air temperatures and wind speed. The surrounding drought-stressed forest with its thousands of dead trees has created an unprecedented danger to firefighters and […]
Angels Camp Farmers Market Friday, July 31st 5pm – Dusk Utica Park
Angels Camp, CA…Angels Camp Farmers Market Friday, July 31st 5pm – Dusk Utica Park. Complimentary Wine Tasting provided by local Calaveras County wineries. Grover Anderson playing at the Farmers Market. Enjoy listening to Grover Anderson this Friday at the Farmers Market. Don’t forget to bring your blankets and lawn chairs to relax and enjoy! Food, […]
Quote Of The Day Brought To You By Allison James Real Estate
Your talent is God’s gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to God. Leo Buscaglia
PATV Comcast Cable Channel 9 Volcano Vision Channel 22 Schedule Through August 6
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. Programs on this channel include the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors meetings and special study sessions as well as other information on local, state or […]
Taking Your Apple On The Road August 11 SMUG Meeting Topic
Arnold, CA…Tips and tricks for taking your Apple product on the road will be explored when the Sierra Macintosh Users Group (SMUG) has its monthly meeting Tuesday, August 11, beginning at 7 p.m. in the assembly room of the Ebbetts Pass Fire District, 1037 Blagen Rd., just off Highway 4. With vacation time and world-wide […]
This Week at the Arnold CHS Thrift Store Adoption Center – JASPER!
Arnold, CA…Stop by Calaveras Humane Society’s Thrift Store Cat Adoption Center in Arnold, located in Meadowmont Center next to Big Trees Market, open Thurs. through Sat., 10 am–5 pm. Jasper is available for a special reduced adoption donation of only $15! What a deal for a beautiful boy! We will also have kitties available at […]
Murphys to Markleeville July 31 – August 8
Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Bear’s Lair and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville. For more detailed info visit The Schedule. Please come by and pick one up or contact Bear’s Lair at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.” The Schedule Murphys to Markleeville July 31 – August 8 Ongoing […]
More Millennials Living With Family Despite Improved Job Market ~ Pew Research
Washington, DC…Five years into the economic recovery, things are looking up for young adults in the U.S. labor market. Unemployment is down, full-time work is up and wages have modestly rebounded. But, according to a new Pew Research Center analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data, these improvements in the labor market have not led to […]
Dinner, Music & More Music With Steve Miller & Buddy Guy
Help EPFD Celebrate Their 50th Anniversary
Arnold, CA…Come and celebrate Ebbetts Pass Fire Department’s 50th anniversary. 9am flag raising and brief ceremony, tours, meet and greet. Let’s show these brave ladies and gentlemen how much we appreciate their presence in our community.
Big Creek Fire Update….Hwy 120 Now Open, 265 Acres & 5% Contained (Updated)
Groveland, CA…The Big Creek Fire now burning in the Groveland area is 5% contained and has grown to 265 acres. Evacuations are still in place in the Hells Hollow Road area. Details are below along with some great photos from Chip Dingman Big Creek Fire Incident Information: Last Updated: July 30, 2015 8:00 am Date/Time […]
Big Creek Fire Evacuation Updates From Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office
Groveland, CA…Below is the latest from the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office on evacuations in the Groveland area… BIG CREEK FIRE TCSO INFORMATION UPDATE Total Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office Personnel Assigned to the Big Creek Fire: 17 Evacuation Status; Voluntary Area of Evacuation in the Groveland Area of Tuolumne County: Bucktail Drive Hells Hollow Drive Elmore […]
Groveland Fire Now At 150 Acres, Evacuations & Hwy 120 Closure Still In Effect
Groveland, CA…A new fire started at 4:29 p.m., located in a heavy timber area on the Groveland Ranger District, Stanislaus NF, S. of HWY 120 and W. of Buck Meadows Station. It was first reported at 10 acres, is now at 150 acres with a “dangerous” rate of spread and spotting. This is an area […]
Fire Update….Fire Reported Near Hwy 108 & Peaceful Oak
Sonora, CA…CHP is reporting a fire near Hwy 108 & Peaceful Oak. Please use caution in the area….
Calaveras Humane Society Welcome Four New Board Members
San Andreas, CA…Four new active community members from the county have been elected to the Calaveras Humane Society Board of Directors. The new members, Allen, Dawn, Jamie and JoAnn, bring a wealth of expertise in finance, organizational development and leadership to support the Calaveras Humane Society with our mission to promote excellent quality of life […]
Federal Judge Threatens To Hold IRS Commissioner, DOJ Lawyers in Contempt of Court over Lerner
Washington, DC….Judicial Watch announced that U.S District Court Judge Emmet Sullivan today threatened to hold the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service and Justice Department attorneys in contempt of court after the IRS failed to produce status reports and newly recovered emails of Lois Lerner, former director of the Exempt Organizations Unit of the IRS, […]
San Andreas Turner Park is HOT and it is not about the weather
San Andreas, CA…Please join your neighbors and friends for a free evening of original modern indie rock music performed by The Hot Dark at Turner Park in San Andreas on Wednesday, August 5, 2015. Dubbed “a band to watch” by The Indie Rock Café , The Hot Dark is a refreshing, youthful, and highly talented […]
Daily Inspiration Brought To You By Allison James Real Estate
“The best dreams happen when you’re awake.” ~ Cherie Gilderbloom We are located in the heart of Calaveras County, in the charming town of Murphys. Owner Leanne Smith has sold Real estate in the Sierra Nevada region for over 20 years and her family has been in the county for several generations. We may be […]