Betsy DeVos Becomes Education Secretary Without Mandate According To NEA

Betsy DeVos Becomes Education Secretary Without Mandate According To NEA

Washington, DC…Despite nationwide public outcry over the nomination of Betsy DeVos, the U.S. Senate today approved the controversial pick to lead the U.S. Department of Education. Weeks’ long resistance followed by two high-profile Republican senators who announced their opposition to DeVos almost sank her chances of becoming the next education secretary. Educators across the nation […]

California Teachers Association Promises to Keep Standing with Students; Ready to Take on Challenges of Unqualified DeVos

California Teachers Association Promises to Keep Standing with Students; Ready to Take on Challenges of Unqualified DeVos

Los Angeles, CA…The following statement is from CTA President Eric Heins on behalf of more than 325,000 educators and students: “The confirmation of Betsy DeVos as U.S. Education Secretary is yet another blow to our nation, most pointedly at the millions of students who come to our public schools each and every day. The administration […]

Dollar General Grand Opening In Valley Springs This Saturday!

Dollar General Grand Opening In Valley Springs This Saturday!

Valley Springs, CA…Dollar General’s newest store at 116 Riley Way in Valley Springs and 16410 Meadow Vista Drive in Pioneer in Valley Springs is now open! In its new location, Dollar General will offer area residents a convenient new place to shop for everyday essentials at low prices. Dollar General will celebrate the store’s official […]

High Water Flow Conditions In Murphys Creek Below Murphys Afterbay

High Water Flow Conditions In Murphys Creek Below Murphys Afterbay

Murphys, CA…There is a high flow condition in Murphys Creek below the Murphys Afterbay. There is approximately 125 cubic feet per second immediately below the afterbay and the flow increases downstream as small tributaries converge with the creek. Flows will likely continue to increase as the rain continues. There is no dam failure and no […]

CCWD Greater Valley Springs Area Flushing Update: Week of February 6

CCWD Greater Valley Springs Area Flushing Update: Week of February 6

Valley Springs, CA…The Calaveras County Water District will be flushing its entire water distribution system in the greater Valley Springs area through the end of March. These operations may impact CCWD customers in Rancho Calaveras, Jenny Lind, La Contenta and Gold Creek. Due to the large size of the system, CCWD crews will be systematically […]

Traffic Update….Traffic Controls In Place On Utica Grade

Traffic Update….Traffic Controls In Place On Utica Grade

Murphys, CA…CHP is providing traffic controls on Utica Grade at this time. Utica Grade walls typically shed rocks and debris during winter storms. This latest wave of moisture has exacerbated the problem. Please use caution in this area and keep a watchful eye on all of our local roadways for mud, dirt & rocks encroaching […]

Lift Operations Suspended Today At Bear Valley Due To Heavy Snowfall & Potential Avalanche Conditions

Lift Operations Suspended Today At Bear Valley Due To Heavy Snowfall & Potential Avalanche Conditions

Bear Valley, CA…Due to heavy snowfall and High Avalanche Danger, Bear Valley LIFT OPERATIONS WILL BE SUSPENDED today, 2/7/17. We will update conditions this afternoon. Keep an eye out for Mattly’s weather report – at a minimum delays are likely through Thursday. Forecast is calling for a return of cold temps late Thursday. Will keep […]

Traffic Update….Overturned Moving Truck On Hwy 12

Traffic Update….Overturned Moving Truck On Hwy 12

San Andreas, CA….Lanes are blocked on Hwy 12 near Central Hill for an overturned moving truck. Tow trucks have been called and the roadway may be completely blocked for the next 10 minutes or so. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00106 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr12 / Central Hill Rd Loc Desc: […]

Body Of Missing Jenny Lind Man Recovered

Body Of Missing Jenny Lind Man Recovered

Jenny Lind, CA…On 01/9/17 The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 9000 block of Opal Lane in Jenny Lind for a missing person’s report. Family members reported that Julio Gonzales (39) from Jenny Lind left his residence for work at approx. 6:00 AM on 01/09/17, driving an All-Terrain Vehicle. The family began searching for […]

Traffic Update…Vehicle vs Tree In Cedar Ridge Area…

Traffic Update…Vehicle vs Tree In Cedar Ridge Area…

Sonora, CA…CHP is reporting a vehicle vs a tree incident on Kewin Mill Road. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00368 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Kuein Mill Rd / Comstock Ranch Rd Loc Desc: JEO Lat/Lon: 38.041043 -120.266293 Close Detail Information 5:42 PM 6 [10] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 AFFORDABLE TOWING 209-984-2414 5:42 […]

Traffic Update….Non-Injury Collision On Hwy 4

Traffic Update….Non-Injury Collision On Hwy 4

Copperopolis, CA…CHP is reporting a Non-Injury Collision on Hwy 4 near Pool Station Rd. Please use caution in this area… Incident: 00215 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr4 / Pool Station Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.044637 -120.647426 Close Detail Information 3:05 PM 3 [7] A49-002 1185 GRY CHEV PK 3:00 PM 2 [6] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem […]

Moyles’s Portrait Studio Is Ready To Turn Moments Into Memories!

Moyles’s Portrait Studio Is Ready To Turn Moments Into Memories!

Sonora, CA…The only family owned and run professional portrait studio in Sonora specializing in same day prints. We specialize in capturing those precious family moments and creating lasting memories. We strive to have your prints to you same day! Contact us today, at (209) 536-4129 to make an appointment and drop-ins are always welcome!

Traffic Update….Overturned Vehicle On Hwy 4

Traffic Update….Overturned Vehicle On Hwy 4

Arnold, CA…CHP is reporting an overturned pickup on Hwy4 between Camp Connell & Cottage Springs. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00103 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr4 / Ramsey Rd Loc Desc: BTWN CAMP CONN / COTTAGE SPGS Lat/Lon: 38.349582 -120.212131 Close Detail Information 9:47 AM 3 [9] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 SAM […]

Super Bowl LI Patriots 34 – Atlanta 28…A Game Of Superlatives

Super Bowl LI Patriots 34 – Atlanta 28…A Game Of Superlatives

Houston, TX….This was a game for the ages! The biggest comeback in Super Bowl history. The first overtime game in Super Bowl history. Brady now has most wines as a quarterback in Super Bowl history. Coach Bill Belichick now has more Super Bowl wins than any coach. At halftime is appeared to be over with […]

Independence Hall Needs Your Stuff! Accepting Donations Every Saturday!!

Independence Hall Needs Your Stuff!  Accepting Donations Every Saturday!!

White Pines, CA…The Flea Market is our only fundraiser for the year. The proceeds provide for maintenance of the building and grounds. It is always held on the first full weekend in August. Donations to the Flea Market are accepted all year. Independence Hall Community Center – History Independence Hall Community Center, Arnold, California, was […]

Traffic Update….Volvo Stuck In Snowbank & Vehicular Bumper Cars On Hwy 88

Traffic Update….Volvo Stuck In Snowbank & Vehicular Bumper Cars On Hwy 88

Kirkwood, CA…CHP is reporting a Volvo stuck in a snowbank and several vehicles have hit it. The officer is on scene with up to 7 vehicles. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00074 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr88 / Kirkwood Meadows Dr Loc Desc: Kirkwood Ski Area Lat/Lon: 38.700729 -120.077373 Close Detail Information […]

Hey Good People!!! It’s Another “Pure Mountain Fun” Powder Day At Bear Valley! ~ Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!!  It’s Another “Pure Mountain Fun” Powder Day At Bear Valley! ~ Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! 1″ overnight for a total of 12″ for the current system in the last 48hrs. Todays high will be around 36F with SSW winds from 14-26mph. Less than 1″ of snow is expected to fall today. Sunday into Monday we could pick up another 9-15″ depending on timing and then […]

President Trump’s Second Weekly Address

President Trump’s Second Weekly Address

Washington, DC…My fellow Americans, This week I nominated Neil Gorsuch for the United States Supreme Court. Judge Gorsuch is one of the most qualified people ever to be nominated for this post. He is a graduate of Columbia, Harvard and Oxford. He is a man of principle. He has an impeccable resume. He is widely […]

Judge Grants Nationwide Temporary Restraining Order Against President’s Travel Order

Judge Grants Nationwide Temporary Restraining Order Against President’s Travel Order

Seattle, WA…A federal judge in Seattle today granted Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s request to immediately halt implementation of President Donald Trump’s Executive Order on immigration nationwide. The Temporary Restraining Order will remain in place until U.S. District Court Senior Judge James L. Robart considers the Attorney General’s lawsuit challenging key provisions of the President’s order […]