Betty Mae Anderson 1931 – 2015

Betty Mae Anderson 1931 – 2015

Mountain Ranch, CA…Betty Mae Anderson passed away on September 14, 2015 at the age of 84. She was born on February 24, 1931 in Quincy, Illinois where she lived until she was 11. Her parents moved the family to Redwood City, California after the start of the depression. She met and married her husband of […]

Fire Restrictions Lifted On The Stanislaus National Forest

Fire Restrictions Lifted On The Stanislaus National Forest

Sonora, Calif. Oct. 08, 2015…Due to cooler, wetter weather and predictions of stable or cooling conditions into the future, fire restrictions on the Stanislaus National Forest (NF) are being lifted effective midnight tonight. This will allow the public to build campfires outside of established administrative sites within the Forest for the purpose of warming; however, […]

This Week at the Arnold CHS Thrift Store Adoption Center – ​SCOUT​!

This Week at the Arnold CHS Thrift Store Adoption Center – ​SCOUT​!

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 S​at​ 10 am–5 pm​. Come in and meet ​Scout​ and other fabulous feline friends. Our Angels Camp Adoption Center is closed this week, so Arnold is the place to be! […]

Phoenix Festival – Nov. 1st A Butte Fire Benefit – Rise From The Ashes

Phoenix Festival – Nov. 1st  A Butte Fire Benefit – Rise From The Ashes

Murphys, CA…A group of young local individuals have banned together to create an event called the Phoenix Festival. The Phoenix Festival will take place on November 1st, 2015 at Ironstone Amphitheatre. This will be a day long family oriented event with a full lineup of local bands, vendors and resources. All proceeds from the Phoenix […]

New Arrivals at The Clothes Mine in Angels Camp!

New Arrivals at The Clothes Mine in Angels Camp!

Angels Camp, CA…We have styles that are warm and cozy, as well as soft and sophisticated, with more arriving every week.  Stop by and see us in historic downtown Angels Camp.  We are open everyday 10am-6pm, or give us a call at 209-890-7532.  We look forward to seeing you! The Clothes Mine 1262 South Main […]

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials Through October 13th & Keeping Calaveras Clean

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials Through October 13th & Keeping Calaveras Clean

Murphys & Angels Camp, CA… Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. “We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. ” – Mike Croshaw We’ve teamed up with local realtor, Leanne Smith, […]

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs Through October 7th

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs Through October 7th

San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are enclosed… We would like to Thank Signal Service for Sponsoring our Law Enforcement Category! Daily_Log_10-06-2015 Daily_Log_10-05-2015 Daily_Log_10-04-2015 Daily_Log_10-03-2015 Daily_Log_10-02-2015 Daily_Log_10-01-2015 Daily_Log_09-30-2015 DailY_Log_09-29-2015 Daily_Log_09-28-2015

Rural Leader Testifies to Effects of Marijuana Cultivation on California’s Water Quality

Rural Leader Testifies to Effects of Marijuana Cultivation on California’s Water Quality

Sacramento, CA….Last week, Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) Second Vice Chair and Tehama County Supervisor Bob Williams testified before the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board (Water Board) in support of their proposed Waste Discharge Requirements (WDRs) for medicinal cannabis cultivation. “The immediate threat to water quality posed by marijuana cultivation has increased […]

Traffic Update…Rollover Accident On Hwy 108 Near Little Sweden

Traffic Update…Rollover Accident On Hwy 108 Near Little Sweden

Long Barn, CA…CHP is reporting a minor injury rollover accident near Little Sweden. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00369 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: Sr108 / Long Barn Rd Loc Desc: JWO LITTLE SWEDEN Lat/Lon: 38.089520 -120.141082 Detail Information 1:52 PM 5 [15] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 VICS TOWING 209-532-4523 1:51 PM 4 […]

Calaveras County Disaster Relief Center Offers Assistance

Calaveras County Disaster Relief Center Offers Assistance

San Andreas, CA…Have you been affected by the Butte Fire? Help is available through the Disaster Relief Center (DRC), conveniently located at the Calaveras County Government Center at 891 Mountain Ranch Road in San Andreas.  Several government and service agencies are available to offer assistance. Fire recovery officials encourage anyone affected by the fire to […]

Democratic Presidential Debate Viewing Party & Introducing John (Jack) Garamendi, Jr.

Democratic Presidential Debate Viewing Party & Introducing John (Jack) Garamendi, Jr.

Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras County Democratic Central Committee (CCDCC) will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday October 13 at 5:00 PM – Round Table Pizza, 27 N. Main Street, Angels Camp. All Calaveras residents are invited to attend. The meeting will be addressed by John (Jack) Garamendi, candidate for Calaveras County Supervisor, District Two in […]

State of Jefferson Town Hall Meeting San Andreas, Wednesday, October 14, 2015 sponsored by CCRP

State of Jefferson Town Hall Meeting San Andreas, Wednesday, October 14, 2015 sponsored by CCRP

San Andreas, CA…On Wednesday, October 14th, all who live in Calaveras, Amador and Tuolumne Counties are invited to attend a Town Hall Meeting, sponsored by the Calaveras County Republican Party. Our guest speaker will be Steve Baird, representing the State of Jefferson. The meeting begins at 6:30 PM., at the Metropolitan Event Center, 55 Main […]

Pink in the Night in Honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Pink in the Night in Honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center ia promoting the importance of early detection of breast cancer, followed by prompt treatment, saves lives. The annual ‘Pink in the Night’ opening ceremony October 1st, in Valley Springs kicked off the month of awareness. All those who currently have breast cancer, survivors and support providers were invited to […]

Homeowner Shoots Suspect Fleeing From Deputies

Homeowner Shoots Suspect Fleeing From Deputies

Sonora, CA…A Tuolumne County deputy attempted to make a traffic stop on a motorcycle early this morning. Brian Reynolds of Placerville evaded deputies and led a short pursuit into a neighborhood on Cavalieri Road, where he ditched his motorcycle in some bushes. To avoid capture, Reynolds attempted to force his way into a Sonora home […]

Black Mass Review: Gangster’s Paradise? ~ By Brett Bunge

Black Mass Review: Gangster’s Paradise? ~ By Brett Bunge

Hollywood, CA…Near the beginning of Black Mass, Johnny Depp, portraying Boston crime boss James “Whitey” Bulger, tells his young son that he should only “punch someone when no one is looking.” It’s an apt statement to describe the elder Bulger, who lingers in the background until it’s time to strike. It also applies to the […]

General Mills Issues Voluntary Recall Of Cheerios & Honey Nut Cheerios Cereal Produced At Its Lodi Plant

General Mills Issues Voluntary Recall Of Cheerios & Honey Nut Cheerios Cereal Produced At Its Lodi Plant

Lodi, CA…General Mills is voluntarily recalling several days of production of Cheerios and Honey Nut Cheerios cereal produced at its Lodi, California facility on certain dates in July of this year because of an undeclared allergen – wheat – with potential adverse health effects. Because this recall relates to an undeclared allergen, this is a Class I […]

CDSS Announces Disaster CalFresh (D – CalFresh) Federally Known As The Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D – SNAP) Relief For Calaveras County

CDSS Announces Disaster CalFresh (D – CalFresh) Federally Known As The Disaster  Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D – SNAP) Relief  For Calaveras County

Calaveras County, CA…The California Department of Social Services has announced Calaveras County is eligible to receive CalFresh Disaster Assistance under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. The Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, has approved Calaveras County for the Disaster CalFresh (D-CalFresh) as a result of the September 9, 2015 […]

President Obama On The Trans-Pacific Partnership

President Obama On The Trans-Pacific Partnership

Washington, DC…I’ve spent every day of my presidency fighting to grow our economy and strengthen our middle class. That means making sure our workers have a fair shot to get ahead here at home, and a fair chance to compete around the world. My approach to trade has been guided by a unifying principle: leveling […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff On Potential Violence At Summerville High School

Tuolumne County Sheriff On Potential Violence At Summerville High School

Sonora, CA… It is very important for the public to understand this is a very sensitive and complex case. It is particularly unsettling when our most precious assets, which are our students and their teachers, are targets for violence. It would not have been possible to move forward with the investigation without the cooperation of […]

Rosendo Gregory Rojas Oct. 7, 1990 – Sept. 11, 2015

Rosendo Gregory Rojas Oct. 7, 1990 – Sept. 11, 2015

Angels Camp, CA…A Gathering of Remmembrance for Rosendo Gregory Rojas, 1990 – 2015 will be held on October 18th from 12-4pm at Utica Park in Angels Camp. Please join family and friends as we celebrate the life of a most special beautiful soul. Please bring your memories in writing as keepsakes for “His-Story” for the […]

Fuddruckers to Provide Free Lunch in San Andreas Today for Residents Impacted by Butte Fire

Fuddruckers to Provide Free Lunch in San Andreas Today for Residents Impacted by Butte Fire

San Andreas, CA…In coordination with Calaveras County and the American Red Cross, the Fuddruckers’ food trailer will be at the Disaster Recover Center on Monday, October 5, 2015 at noon providing free lunch for up to 500 residents. The community event is to be held at the Government Complex at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San […]

The Grapeful Dead Stomp The Competition & Take Top Grape Stomp Honors ~ Lots Of Video & Photos

The Grapeful Dead Stomp The Competition & Take Top Grape Stomp Honors ~ Lots Of Video & Photos

Murphys, CA…The Grapeful Dead stomping team of Jennifer & Dale Marcum took the 2015 Championships with a stunning total of 18.31 lbs of juice.  After round after round of preliminary stomps, two semifinal heats and the championship round it was The Grapeful Dead from Los Gatos, Sushi & Waswabi from Hercules, Don’t Stop Till You […]