Beautiful Kantha Quilts for Fall at Independent Mercantile

Beautiful Kantha Quilts for Fall at Independent Mercantile

Murphys, CA…Our beautiful little store carries goods that are useful, inspiring, thoughtfully designed, impeccably made, consciously priced and always adorable! New Fall items in the shop this week…Colorful Kantha quilts made from upcycled cotton Indian saris, a variety of specialty hand-blended Chai teas & a decadent spread of organic fair trade chocolates. All the treats […]

Alaska Senators Call for Enhanced Security After Russian Nationals Land on St. Lawrence Island

Alaska Senators Call for Enhanced Security After Russian Nationals Land on St. Lawrence Island

Juneau, AK…U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, both R-Alaska, today released the following statements after two Russian nationals landed at a beach near Gambell, located on the northwest tip of St. Lawrence Island in Alaska, and requested asylum in the United States. “We are actively engaged with federal officials and residents in Gambell to […]

New and Expanded Resources Can Help Customers Prepare for Possible Public Safety Power Shutoffs as Windy Season Approaches

New and Expanded Resources Can Help Customers Prepare for Possible Public Safety Power Shutoffs as Windy Season Approaches

Oakland, CA…To make sure customers stay safe during planned wildfire safety outages, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) offers new and expanded customer resources in case Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) are needed this autumn. Because high winds may cause trees and debris to contact energized lines and possibly start a wildfire, PG&E may need […]

MTMC Physical Therapy Motto – “Never Stop Learning”

MTMC Physical Therapy Motto – “Never Stop Learning”

San Andreas, CA…“Never stop learning.” That’s the motto of the Physical Therapy team at Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) – and Genevieve Dominguez is a great example of how it works. Like her colleagues, she has taken advantage of educational opportunities throughout her years at MTMC. That has resulted in her proficiency at Myofascial Release […]

Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Debut OCT 8–16, 2022 (Shop at Middleton’s Hallmark Starting Today)

Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Debut OCT 8–16, 2022 (Shop at Middleton’s Hallmark Starting Today)

Angels Camp, CA…Get excited about 150 new ornaments, the best Bonus Points of the season and event-exclusive offers. Plus, KOC members get to shop in store starting October 7. Middleton’s Hallmark Shop in Mark Twain Center is here for all of your gift, ornament and card needs! With a broad selection of year-round and seasonal […]

Yes on A! Campaign Hosts Town Hall Oct. 6 in Murphys! Increased Fire Protection for Everyone! Replay is Below!

Yes on A! Campaign Hosts Town Hall Oct. 6 in Murphys! Increased Fire Protection for Everyone!  Replay is Below!

Murphys, CA…The Calaveras Local Fire Protection Committee for Measure A will host a Town Hall at 6 p.m. Oct. 6 in the Native Sons of the Golden West Hall, 389 Main St., Murphys. The Town Hall offers a chance for voters to learn the details of Measure A, the Calaveras Local Fire Protection Tax Initiative. […]

Traffic Update….Lanes Blocked by Possible Injury Collision Near Mountain Ranch Rd / Michel Rd

Traffic Update….Lanes Blocked by Possible Injury Collision Near Mountain Ranch Rd / Michel Rd

Mountain Ranch, CA…Traffic Update….Lanes Blocked by Possible Injury Collision Near Mountain Ranch Rd / Michel Rd Incident: 00332 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Mountain Ranch Rd / Michel Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.193186 -120.585260 Detail Information 7:24 PM 2 [3] VEHS BLKG / UNK IF ABLE TO MOVE 7:23 PM 1 [1] GRN PLYM VS […]

We Invite You to Explore Calaveras Wine Country this October! 

We Invite You to Explore Calaveras Wine Country this October! 

Murphys, CA…Harvest time in Calaveras Wine Country is so special. The perfect time to explore our Gold-Rush Era Wine Region. Enjoy live music, winery events, festivals – Oktoberfest and Harvest Fest, Quilt Faire, Halloween fun, outdoor adventures and so much more! Find a complete lineup of events at our CWA Events Calendar HERE. Looking for trip […]

President Biden on Granting Pardon for the Offense of Simple Possession of Marijuana

Washington, DC…As I often said during my campaign for President, no one should be in jail just for using or possessing marijuana. Sending people to prison for possessing marijuana has upended too many lives and incarcerated people for conduct that many states no longer prohibit. Criminal records for marijuana possession have also imposed needless barriers […]

Mountain Aloha’s Biking Movie Night at Murphys Pourhouse on Oct 7th!

Mountain Aloha’s Biking Movie Night at Murphys Pourhouse on Oct 7th!

Murphys, CA…Here is a great upcoming event for all biking enthusiasts! All ages are welcome. Films start at 7pm, bring a blanket and a friend. Great chance for other bikers to come together, mingle and have some beer and get pumped for some fall riding. $1 off beer/wine as well! We will be showing two […]

Mornings with the One Percent™ This Morning’s Replay is Below!

Mornings with the One Percent™ This Morning’s Replay is Below!

Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings from 7-10am. The premise for the show is that the USDA ranked all 3,142 counties or county equivalents in the USA on a livability or desirability scale based on factors such as climate, scenic beauty, bodies of water for recreation, humidity and much more. All […]

HHS Purchases Drug for Use in Radiological and Nuclear Emergencies

HHS Purchases Drug for Use in Radiological and Nuclear Emergencies

Washington, DC…As part of long-standing, ongoing efforts to be better prepared to save lives following radiological and nuclear emergencies, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is purchasing a supply of the drug Nplate from Amgen USA Inc; Nplate is approved to treat blood cell injuries that accompany acute radiation syndrome in adult and […]

Sender’s Market Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through October 11th. Shop Local & Save!

Sender’s Market Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through October 11th.  Shop Local & Save!

Mountain Ranch, CA…In 1950, we started out as a family operation with Erich’s father and mother, August and Freida Sender, in a century-old adobe building. The upstairs was home to the Sender family, and the first floor included groceries, a meat market, a bar, and a small eating place called Opa’s Smokehouse. On Christmas morning […]

Bret Harte FFA had a great turnout at the Mother Lode Section Opening and Closing Contest! ~ Afton Phillips

Bret Harte FFA had a great turnout at the Mother Lode Section Opening and Closing Contest! ~ Afton Phillips

Angels Camp, CA…On September 21st, 2022, Bret Harte FFA traveled 10 minutes down the road to the Calaveras County Fairgrounds to the Mother Lode Section Opening and Closing Contest. They brought 9 freshman greenhand teams, 3 open teams, and the FFA officer team. For this contest, each team consisting of 6 people had to memorize […]

Four Kidnap Victims Found Deceased in Dos Palos Area

Four Kidnap Victims Found Deceased in Dos Palos Area

Dos Palos, CA…5:30 PM October 5th, Deputies were dispatched to the area of Indiana Road and Hutchins Road in the Dos Palos Area for the report of a deceased person. Upon arrival deputies located the bodies of Aroohi Dheri, Jasleen Kaur, Jasdeep Singh, and Amandeep Singh among the rows of an almond orchard. All four […]

California Distributed $1.4 Billion in Utility Bill Relief for 2.2 Million Households

California Distributed $1.4 Billion in Utility Bill Relief for 2.2 Million Households

Sacramento, CA…With new figures showing that California’s nation-leading utility assistance programs distributed $1.4 billion to support upwards of 2.2 million struggling households during the pandemic, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that another $1.4 billion is set to go out before the end of the year to cover overdue utility bills. The additional $1.4 billion that Governor […]

Traffic Update….Head on Collision Near Hwy 4 & Milton Road

Traffic Update….Head on Collision Near Hwy 4 & Milton Road

Eugene, CA…Traffic Update….Head on Collision Near Hwy 4 & Milton Road Incident: 00292 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr4 / Milton Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.944745 -120.843741 Detail Information 7:45 PM 12 [44] [Notification] [CHP]-PGE ETA 5 MINS [Shared] 6:56 PM 11 [34] 48-010M INQ ABOUT INJ UPDATES 6:54 PM 10 [32] [Rotation Request Comment] […]

Head of Election Management Company Arrested in Connection with Theft of Personal Data

Head of Election Management Company Arrested in Connection with Theft of Personal Data

Los Angeles, CA…Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced that an executive with a Michigan-based company responsible for the software used in managing Los Angeles County election poll workers has been arrested as part of an investigation into the possible theft of personal identifying information of those workers. “I want to thank my prosecutors […]

OPEC to Cut Oil Production 2 Million Barrels Per Day

OPEC to Cut Oil Production 2 Million Barrels Per Day

Vienna, Austria…The 45th Meeting of the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC) and the 33rd OPEC and non-OPEC Ministerial Meeting took place in person at the OPEC Secretariat in Vienna, Austria, on Wednesday, 5 October 2022.  In light of the uncertainty that surrounds the global economic and oil market outlooks, and the need to enhance the […]

Don’t Miss Octoberfest Savings at Marisolio Tasting Bar, Olive Oils & Vinegars

Don’t Miss Octoberfest Savings at Marisolio Tasting Bar, Olive Oils & Vinegars

Murphys, CA…Join us for an Octoberfest celebration on October 8th! All Olive Oils and Balsamics are going to be 10% off! Worldwide Certified Ultra Premium Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars from Modena Italy. Marisolio Tasting Bar, Olive Oils & Vinegars 488 Main St, Murphys, CA (209) 728-8853 info@marisolio.com Marisolio.com

90% of Wildfire Damage Can Be Prevented with Wildfire Safety Solutions

90% of Wildfire Damage Can Be Prevented with Wildfire Safety Solutions

Arnold, CA…At Wildfire Safety Solutions we apply long term fire retardant that helps stop the spread of wildfires by reducing the combustibility of potential fuels. With the powerful and unpredictable nature of wildfires, this non-colored formula works by naturally changing the molecular composition of organic materials such as grass, wood, and vegetation. This change ensures […]