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Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials Through August 11. It’s Filet Mignon Time
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 Keep it Cool with a refreshing Summer Cocktail! […]
Coalition Announces New ‘Do Not Track’ Standard for Web Browsing
San Francisco, CA…The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), privacy company Disconnect and a coalition of Internet companies have announced a stronger “Do Not Track” (DNT) setting for Web browsing—a new policy standard that, coupled with privacy software, will better protect users from sites that try to secretly follow and record their Internet activity, and incentivize advertisers […]
The Air That I Breathe Concert series for Tracy Girard
Arnold, CA…Musicians are rallying together to help raise funds for local artist and friend Tracy Girard. Tracy has garnered support from musicians and friends around the world. Local bands, National bands, friends from grade school, high school, to countless family members are coming together to help raise funds for a much needed, lifesaving double lung […]
California Guard, Reserve Units Aid in Wildfire Containment ~ By Amaani Lyle DoD News
Washington, DC…California Air National Guardsmen and Air Force Reservists are assisting first responders in fighting ongoing wildfires in Northern California, the Pentagon’s press operations chief said in a briefing here today. Navy Capt. Jeff Davis said the blaze has been ravaging the Lower Lake area north of San Francisco and has tripled in size over […]
Gladys E. Hargous 1921 – 2015
Angels Camp, CA…Gladys E. Hargous went home to be with God surrounded by her family on July 15, 2015. Gladys, or Grammy as she was affectionately known by many, was born October 1, 1921 to Walter and Eva Tomlinson (Flint) on the Flint Farm in San Juan Batista. She was a descendent of Patrick Breen, […]
Helena Faye Coffey 1944 – 2015
Glencoe, CA…Helena Faye Coffey 9/20/44 age 70 Born in Yale, Ok resident of Glencoe, Ca 95232. She passed away at home on 7/22/15 of Natural causes. She was a Cosmetologist for 30 years. Survivors: Husband Jack Coffey of Glencoe, Ca. Son Richard Coffey of Oregon. Sister Linda Roach of Stockton, Ca Robert (Nephew) & Kathy […]
Mary Kathryn Burke-Weber 1931 – 2015
Murphys, CA…Mary Kathryn Burke-Weber, born 1/12/1931 in Queens, NY, passed away at her residence on 7/9/2015 in Murphys, CA. Mary achieved her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work form San Francisco State University and her Master’s of Social Work from Sacramento State University (DNF) Mary is survived by her sons: Patrick Burke Bebout and his wife […]
Eleanor Owen 1933 – 2015
Altaville, CA…Eleanor Owen passed away July 14, 2015 in Altaville, CA., she was 82 years old. Born April 22, 1933 in Chicago, IL., she was a Calaveras County resident since 1968, making Altaville her home. Ellie as known by her friends, loved going to the ocean as well as going up in the mountains. She […]
Services For Paul Joseph Sorensen, 55 Will Be On August 7th & Celebration Of Life August 22
Dorrington, CA…Paul Joseph Sorensen, 55 of Calaveras County was raised in Livermore, CA by his loving mother Margaret Sorensen from Iowa and late father Donald Sorensen 2nd generation from Livermore, CA. Paul attended Saint Michael’s Grade School and Livermore High School. He served as an altar boy at Saint Michael’s Church. Paul was an excellent […]
EPA Unilaterally Imposes Sweeping Carbon Regulations On Power Industry
Washington, DC…President Obama announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s final Clean Power Plan yesterday, which will cut U.S. carbon pollution from the power sector by 870 million tons, or 32 percent below 2005 levels, in 2030. Power plants are the largest drivers of climate change in the United States, accounting for roughly one-third of all […]
Rocky Fire Jumps Containment Lines Now At 65,000 Acres
Lower Lake, CA…The fire has crossed Hwy 20 in multiple locations and crews are working diligently to control the fire’s progression. Firefighters are working aggressively to build control lines and sustain perimeter control. Terrain is steep and rugged with limited access. Resources continue to respond from in and out of the state. “RESIDENTS ARE URGED […]
St. Anselm College Played Host To The 2016 Republican Candidates “Voters First Forum”
Manchester, NH….All current or likely Republican presidential candidates were invited and most minus Donald Trump took part in a “Voters First Republican Presidential Forum” at St. Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire. Click Below for a full length replay from C-SPAN. This event was the first opportunity to hear most of deep and talented field of […]
The President Announces the Clean Power Plan
Bomb Squad Working Suspicious Package In Jackson ~ Jackson Fire Dept
Jackson, CA…Jackson Fire Department along with Jackson Police, CHP and the Calaveras County bomb squad are on scene of a suspicious package underneath the Jackson City Hall. City Hall, the police station and Bank of America have been evacuated and Highway 88 and surrounding streets will be shut down in the immediate area while the […]
Don’t Miss Country Cloth’s 35th Anniversary Celebration
Angels Camp, CA…Country Cloth is celebrating our 35th Anniversary this Thursday, Friday & Saturday, August 6th, 7th & 8th. 10am- 5pm each day. Join us for FREE demonstrations, a drawing for a basket of goodies valued at over $200, refreshments & give-aways throughout the celebration. Everything is 35% off (excluding machines & sergers). Ask about […]
Let Cal-Waste Do The Heavy Lifting
Arnold, CA…Let Cal-Waste Do The Heavy Lifting
53 Year Old Cameron Park Man Passes Away In Motorcycle Accident
Arnold, CA…On 08/02/2015, at approximately 1449 hours, San Andreas CHP units were dispatched to a report of a motorcycle collision with CPR in progress. Upon our arrival, V-1 was found facing in an easterly direction in the westbound lane of State Route 4, with its front end collided into the front end of V-2. The […]
Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs Through August 3rd
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_08-02-2015 Daily_Log_08-01-2015 Daily_Log_07-31-2015 Daily_Log_07-30-2015 Daily_Log_07-29-2015 Daily_Log_07-28-2015 Daily_Log_07-27-2015
Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation Review: Spy vs. Spy ~By Brett Bunge
Hollywood, CA…The Mission: Impossible series has always been represented by a lit fuse—first in the 1960s TV show, followed by its revival in the 80s, and continuing with the Tom Cruise film series that began in 1996. It’s a particularly apt symbol for this fifth installment, subtitled Rogue Nation, as one never knows what to […]
Fire Update…Big Creek Fire Efforts Reach 85% Containment & Resource Drawdown Underway
Groveland, CA…Current Situation on Big Creek Fire. Crews are continuing mop-up and fire suppression repair operations. Demobilization has begun, releasing unneeded fire equipment and personnel. Motorists driving in the area of the fire on Highway 120, especially after dark, are asked to exercise great caution to avoid fire equipment and crews. Evacuations: Lifted at 6 […]
The Annual Independence Hall Flea Market Is Underway
Arnold, 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. We accept donations all year long: household items, furniture, tools, books, DVDs, linens, fabrics, craft items, children’s toys and clothing, Christmas items, women’s […]
Presidential Weekly Address: Celebrating Fifty Years of Medicare and Medicaid
Washington, DC… Hi, everybody. This week, there was a big birthday you might have missed. Medicare and Medicaid turned 50 years old. And that’s something worth celebrating. If one of the best measures of a country is how it treats its more vulnerable citizens — seniors, the poor, the sick — then America has a […]
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 […]