Washington, DC…In the week ending February 13, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 861,000, an increase of 13,000 from the previous week’s revised level. The previous week’s level was revised up by 55,000 from 793,000 to 848,000. The 4-week moving average was 833,250, a decrease of 3,500 from the previous week’s revised […]
Sonora, CA…On February 16, just before 6 A.M., our office received a call of a subject who had started a fire in a hotel room in the 300 block of S. Washington St. When our officer arrived on scene, he contacted 58-year-old Robert Anson of Sonora. The Officer located burned items in the hotel room, […]
Sonora, CA…The Sonora Police Department welcomes our new Police Lieutenant, Jennifer Hannula. Lt. Hannula was hired on January 23rd, but was officially sworn in last night during her introduction to City Council. Lt. Hannula comes to us from the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department, where she spent the last 24 years of her law enforcement career. […]
Calaveras County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 26 from Ealey Road to Lower Dorray Road and on SR-26 from Ealey Road to Ridge Road to perform utility work. Work is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, February 22, on SR-26 […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center will host a virtual workshop on Feb. 18 focusing on Winter Wellness with tips to help folks overcome “The Winter Blues.” It will be held via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. You must register in advance on the MTMC Webpage. “Every year winter weather can limit activities and make a […]
“I have always thought that one man of tolerable abilities may work great changes, and accomplish great affairs among mankind, if he forms a good plan, and then makes the execution of that plan his sole study and business.” ~ Benjamin Franklin Click on the image above to listen to his Best Selling Classic “The […]
Bear Valley, CA…The Bear Valley Adventure Company (BVAC) is excited to offer cross country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, and tubing experiences for the 2020/2021 winter season. Since COVID-19 is alive and well, we have instituted some new rules in order to keep everyone safe. Help keep the Bear Valley winter wonderland open by supporting the following […]
San Andreas, CA…On February 12, 2021, the County Trapper investigated a complaint of a skunk in a home that had contact with their dog near 10100-10400 Fricot City Road, San Andreas, CA. The Calaveras County Trapper caught and humanely euthanized the skunk on February 12, 2021, and transported it to Animal Services. The skunk was […]
Washington, DC..,Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for joining us on this snow day. And we wanted to ensure we held a briefing today to, of course, keep our streak going and ensure we were being as transparent and open as possible to all of you and the questions you have on a daily basis. And […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon today announced that they have reached an agreement on a package of immediate actions that will speed needed relief to individuals, families and businesses suffering the most significant economic hardship from the COVID-19 Recession. The compromise builds on the […]
Pasadena, CA…The largest, most advanced rover NASA has sent to another world touched down on Mars Thursday, after a 203-day journey traversing 293 million miles (472 million kilometers). Confirmation of the successful touchdown was announced in mission control at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California at 3:55 p.m. EST (12:55 p.m. PST). Packed with groundbreaking technology, […]
Arnold, CA…Hi there! Our dog Walter nudged the back door open to go to the bathroom while we were asleep and we haven’t been able to find him. We are on Greensboro way in Arnold, CA. We have been looking all morning but haven’t had any signs of him yet, aside from a few paw […]
Arnold, CA…Detailed forecast for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada from the National Weather Service. Today Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly cloudy. Not as cool. Highs 34 to 49 higher elevations…44 to 54 lower elevations. Prevailing northeast winds up to 10 mph in the morning becoming light. Tonight Mostly cloudy. At higher […]
Los Angeles, CA…Provo-Orem, Utah has demonstrated the best economic performance among large cities according to the 2021 Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities Index. Idaho Falls, Idaho moves up six spots to top the list among small cities. The Index, published annually since 1999, offers a first look at how the pandemic has impacted regional economies across […]
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 […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) has recruited a new local chiropractor to begin caring for patients in two locations. Shikha Jain, Doctor of Chiropractic has recently became a member of the Mark Twain Medical Center Staff and will be practicing at both the James Dalton Medical Office in Angels Camp, and the Copperopolis […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! They have also implemented enhanced safety, cleaning and social distancing procedures in the store. These include plastic shields between staff and public in the checkstands. Click on an image below for full sized version.
Sonora, CA…Thursday afternoon, our office received a concerning report of a potential sexual assault which had just occurred. With information provided by the reporting person, our office was able to locate the victim with GPS tracking. Present with the victim when deputies made contact was 45-year-old Chad Vanhulzen of Sonora. Due to the initial report […]
Angels Camp & Murphys, CA…Angels Food and Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad Feb 17 ~ Feb 23. Weekly Meat, Produce, Deli, Cheese and Bakery Specials. Shop Local ~ Buy Local Quality Food and Hometown Service!
Jamestown, CA…Traffic Update….20 – 30 Animals Out Near Jacksonville Rd / Kanaka Dr. The type is unspecified but we would bet on cows or possibly goats or sheep. Incident: 00169 Type: Animal Hazard Location: Jacksonville Rd / Kanaka Dr Loc Desc: JSO Lat/Lon: 37.851336 -120.360846 Detail Information 1:15 PM 4 [11] OWNER BRENNAN IS ENRT […]
Palm Beach, FL…Rush Hudson Limbaugh III January 12, 1951 – February 17, 2021 was an American radio personality, conservative political commentator, author, and television show host. He was best known as the host of his radio show The Rush Limbaugh Show, which has been in national syndication on AM and FM radio stations. Updated with […]
Arnold, CA…Now serving our BBQ Feasts Thursday – Sunday 4-6pm! Be sure to place your order ahead of time either by calling in or ordering in advance online. FREE servings of our new cinnamon roll bread pudding, getting rave reviews! Our platters are served all day along with our entire regular menu.
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Since 1994, Sierra Nevada Adventure Co. has been providing the community with Gear For Wild Environments! We started 26 years ago in downtown Sonora after outgrowing our mail order business, The Eddy Mart. Now it’s evolved into 3 stores. Sonora – 173 So. Washington St. 209-521-5621 Our Climbing & Backpacking headquarters. […]
Angels Camp, CA…(Now at new Angels Camp Location! With power uncertainties becoming the norm is your business or family ready? A back up generator from Pioneer Electric can provide peace of mind. Pioneer Electric is a licensed and insured, full service electrical contracting business servicing: Calaveras, Tuolumne and beyond since 1984.and provide a full range […]
Sacramento, CA…California Governor Gavin Newsom and the Biden-Harris Administration today announced the opening of the nation’s first community vaccination sites in Oakland and Los Angeles. These pilot sites at the Oakland-Alameda Coliseum and California State University, Los Angeles opened their gates at 9:00 a.m. this morning as part of the wider effort to establish a […]
Angels Camp, Jackson, Valley Springs & Ione, CA…The pandemic has changed nearly every American’s life, and how people prepare to file taxes this year is no exception as they navigate uncertainties including – 25% of Americans lost their jobs with many receiving unemployment for the first time, working from home, receiving or having unclaimed stimulus […]