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 […]
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 […]