Caltrans Begins Clearing & Prepping Passes For Summer Openings

Caltrans Begins Clearing & Prepping Passes For Summer Openings

Pinecrest, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is scheduled to begin its spring clearing of State Route 108 (SR-108) over Sonora Pass today, removing snow, clearing debris, inspecting the roadway and making the appropriate improvements to ensure the public’s safety. The department intends to open the closure gates at Eagle Meadows and Kennedy Meadows after […]

Join The Chamber On A Coastal Cruise (Now With Special Pricing)

Join The Chamber On A Coastal Cruise (Now With Special Pricing)

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce their upcoming 2016 Chamber Cruise Fundraiser. Sail away on one of the world renowned Princess Cruise Grand Princess for a fun filled California Coastal Cruise vacation. This cruise leaves San Francisco on April 24th 2016 and sails to Ensenada, Mexico, returning to San […]

Caltrans District 10 Weekly Road Report Through April 9th

Caltrans District 10 Weekly Road Report Through April 9th

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 Hwys 4, 12, 26, 49, 108 & 120. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of […]

Traffic Update….Vehicle vs Deer Near Peaceful Oak & Hwy 108

Traffic Update….Vehicle vs Deer Near Peaceful Oak & Hwy 108

Sonora, CA…CHP is reporting a vehicle vs a deer collision on Hwy 108 near Peaceful Oak. (Well not for the deer). Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00173 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr108 / Peaceful Oak Rd Loc Desc: EB JWO Lat/Lon: 37.980021 -120.316582 Close Detail Information 9:24 AM 5 [4] [Notification] [CHP]-PASSER […]

Board Of Supervisors Back In Session Briefly Tomorrow

Board Of Supervisors Back In Session Briefly Tomorrow

San Andreas, CA…A short to do list for the Calaveras Supervisors tomorrow.  The agenda is enclosed…   Board of Supervisors Special Meeting 4/5/2016 9:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Announcements 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM: PUBLIC […]

2016 Miss Calaveras & Saddle Queen Contestants Announced

2016 Miss Calaveras & Saddle Queen Contestants Announced

Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)…The 39th Agricultural District Association is excited to announce the young girls participating in this year’s Miss Calaveras and Saddle Queen competitions. Taking the stage on Thursday May 19 at 8 P.M. for Miss Calaveras will be Macy Breaux (Bret Harte), Hailey Long (Calaveras), Brighton Hamari (Bret Harte), Emma Hampton (Calaveras), Makayla […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Held Their 7th Annual Spring Health Fair

Mark Twain Medical Center Held Their 7th Annual Spring Health Fair

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) held Their 7th Annual Health Fair on March 26th at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys. Over twenty community health related service groups will participated in this community-wide event. A wealth of information was available on topics such as senior health services, health insurance, nutrition, and fitness. Low cost testing […]

Traffic Update…Vehicle Off Roadway On Hwy 4

Traffic Update…Vehicle Off Roadway On Hwy 4

Murphys, CA…CHP reported a vehicle off roadway incident on Hwy 4 on Utica Grade. Be careful out there… Incident: 00349 Type: Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj Location: Sr4 / Utica Powerhouse Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.156933 -120.437174 Close Detail Information 8:00 PM 3 [6] C49-200 EB LN BLK’D DIVERTYING EB TO UTICA POWERHOUSE RD 7:07 PM 2 […]

Traffic Update…Pickup Fire On Hwy 108

Traffic Update…Pickup Fire On Hwy 108

Jamestown, CA…CHP is reporting a pickup fire on Hwy 108 just west of the Stone Corral. The family occupying the vehicle made it out. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00781 Type: Car Fire Location: SR108 / STONE CORRAL Loc Desc: EB SR108 JWO STONE CORRAL Lat/Lon: 37.902294 -120.476541 Close Detail Information 5:45 PM […]

Amtrak Service Suspended Between Wilmington & Philadelphia After Deadly Accident

Amtrak Service Suspended Between Wilmington & Philadelphia After Deadly Accident

Philadelphia, PA…All Amtrak service is suspended between Wilmington, Del., and Philadelphia. This morning, Amtrak Train 89, operating from New York City to Savannah, Ga., struck a backhoe that was on the tracks and partially derailed the lead engine south of Philadelphia. There were approximately 341 passengers and 7 crew members on board. Initial reports are […]

Spring Is Sprunging Along Western Slope This Week

Spring Is Sprunging Along Western Slope This Week

Arnold, CA…On the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada spring is sprunging this week. Today Mostly sunny in the morning then becoming partly cloudy. Highs 48 to 63 higher elevations…60 to 72 lower elevations. Prevailing east winds up to 10 mph shifting to the southwest in the afternoon. Tonight Partly cloudy. Lows 29 to 44 higher […]

Traffic Update…Black Bull In Roadway On J59

Traffic Update…Black Bull In Roadway On J59

Jamestown, CA…CHP is reporting a black bull in the roadway near J59 & Old Don Pedro Road. Please use caution and have your red capes ready. Incident: 00230 Type: Animal Hazard Location: J59 / Old Don Pedro Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.826122 -120.473925 Close Detail Information 8:47 AM 2 [2] 1 BLK BULL IN THE […]

Reclamation To Increase Stanislaus River Flows April 3

Reclamation To Increase Stanislaus River Flows April 3

Sonora, CA…Beginning April 3, the Bureau of Reclamation plans to increase releases from Goodwin Dam into the Stanislaus River, to meet spring fishery flow requirements according to the National Marine Fisheries Service 2009 Biological Opinion. Goodwin Dam is located downstream from Tulloch Dam and New Melones Dam and Reservoir. The increased flows will be in […]

May 1st Is Grand Opening Market At The SQUARE For 2016 At Copperoppolis Town Square

May 1st Is Grand Opening Market At The SQUARE For 2016 At Copperoppolis Town Square

Copperopolis, CA…C’mon out and Celebrate with us at our Grand Opening of Our 2nd Annual Farmers Market Coming Up on Sunday May 1st, 10am-3pm!! Live Music by Jill and The Giants, Farm Fresh Summer Fruits and Veggies.. Cherries, and much more! Artisan Food and Craft Vendors! Horse and Carriage Rides! Face Painting! Bob The Balloon […]

Traffic Update….Collision On Rawhide Road & French Flat

Traffic Update….Collision On Rawhide Road & French Flat

Jamestown, CA…CHP is reporting an incident that should now be in the clearing stages near Rawhide & French Flat. A couple of Ford pickups have gotten together with minor injuries. Please use caution in the area. Incident: 00683 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: Rawhide Rd / French Flat Rd Loc Desc: JNO Lat/Lon: 37.969021 -120.450200 […]

Is It an Allergy—or Is It a Cold? Spring Advice & Savings From Meadowmont & Groveland Pharmacies!

Is It an Allergy—or Is It a Cold?  Spring Advice & Savings From Meadowmont & Groveland Pharmacies!

Arnold & Groveland, CA…Spring has sprung—or it’s just about to. That means spring allergies are “blooming,” too. But sometimes it’s hard to tell the difference between a cold and a seasonal allergy, also known as hay fever. Here are some signs to look for and ways to find relief. Know the signs.  Both colds and […]

Celebrate Spring Aboard Railtown 1897’s Wildflower Train Behind the Famous Sierra No. 3 Tickets on Sale Now for Two Saturdays Only: April 9 & 16 (Opening This Weekend)

Celebrate Spring Aboard Railtown 1897’s Wildflower Train Behind the Famous Sierra No. 3 Tickets on Sale Now for Two Saturdays Only: April 9 & 16 (Opening This Weekend)

Jamestown, CA…With spring in full bloom, California State Parks and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park (SHP) are proud to provide guests with a unique opportunity to experience spring wildflowers from aboard a train pulled by the “Movie Star Locomotive” Sierra No. 3! While the Park is open daily, special Wildflower Train Rides are available on […]

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Securing The World From Nuclear Terrorism

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Securing The World From Nuclear Terrorism

Washington, DC…Hi, everybody. This week, I’m speaking to you from our Nuclear Security Summit. I welcomed more than 50 leaders from around the world to make sure we’re working together to meet one of the greatest threats to global security—terrorists getting their hands on a weapon of mass destruction, like a nuclear weapon. Fortunately, because […]

Tuolumne Sheriff Mele & Sonora CHP Lieutenant Commander Clamp Visit Twain Harte Elementary

Tuolumne Sheriff Mele & Sonora CHP Lieutenant Commander Clamp Visit Twain Harte Elementary

Twain Harte, CA…Sheriff Mele and Lieutenant Commander Clamp stopped in for lunch at the Twain Harte Elementary school on March 30th. The children really enjoy talking with law-enforcement and learning about police work. The Sheriff and Lt. believe in the importance of being a positive role model, building relationships, and making these kids smile. A […]