The Men Behind Courtright—Emerson Ballpark on its 40 Year Anniversary ~ By Ralph Emerson

The Men Behind Courtright—Emerson Ballpark on its 40 Year Anniversary ~ By Ralph Emerson

Arnold, CA…Mike Courtright, Born November 5th, 1964 and tragically killed in accident September 12, 1977 and Mark Emerson, Born June 5th, 1959 and tragically died in backhoe accident September 13, 1979.  Courtright—Emerson Ballpark is named in their honor.   The memories of the two young men who died too soon can live on every time somebody […]

Major Injuries to Motorcyclist in Collision on Hwy 49

Major Injuries to Motorcyclist in Collision on Hwy 49

Angels Camp CA…On 7-27-2021, at approximately 1315 hours, P1 attempted to pass a motor home to the right, through a paved pull out, on SR-49 south of Cosgrave Road. An Arnold man was unable to maintain his motorcycle on the paved surface and road into the gravel. He lost control of his motorcycle which landed […]

Janie El Marie Schmitz 1938 – 2021

Janie El Marie Schmitz  1938 – 2021

Angels Camp, CA…Janie El Marie Schmitz also known as “Marie” born September 3 1938 passed away on July 19 2021 from a long battle with a terminal illness. Marie and her husband Bob moved to Angels camp in 2000 from the Bay Area. They were both loved by our community. Marie enjoyed life! She loved […]

Getting Our Kids Back To School

Getting Our Kids Back To School

Valley Springs, CA…The Mark Twain Health Care District in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross (Medi-Cal) is offering routine school-required vaccinations. This partnership is a great step toward getting our kids back in the classroom. Students who are insured by Anthem (Medi-Cal) can simply call the clinic for guidance. The vaccination location will be the Valley […]

Traffic Update….Motorcycle Down Near Sr49 / Cosgrave Rd

Traffic Update….Motorcycle Down Near Sr49 / Cosgrave Rd

Angels Camp, CA…Traffic Update….Motorcycle Down Near Sr49 / Cosgrave Rd. Motorcycle hit by motorhome… Incident: 00156 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr49 / Cosgrave Rd Loc Desc: SB Lat/Lon: 38.110035 -120.601843 Detail Information 1:38 PM 8 [17] [Rotation Request Comment] **** 1039 SAM BERRI TOW 209-728-3931 **** 1:37 PM 7 [16] 1185 FOR MC 1:22 […]

Traffic Update…..Collision Near Railroad Flat Rd / Jesus Maria Rd

Traffic Update…..Collision Near Railroad Flat Rd / Jesus Maria Rd

Mountain Ranch, CA…Traffic Update…..Collision Near Railroad Flat Rd / Jesus Maria Rd. Incident: 00131 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Railroad Flat Rd / Jesus Maria Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.284694 -120.504015 Detail Information 12:32 PM 6 [10] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1180-Trfc Collision-Major Inj to 1182-Trfc Collision-No Inj by CHP 12:32 PM 5 [9] [Notification] […]

Calaveras Community Blood Drive on July 27th

Calaveras Community Blood Drive on July 27th

San Andreas, CA…Vitalant (formerly BloodSource) will host the Calaveras Community blood drive to meet the community’s need for blood and blood products. There is currently a severe national blood shortage and all blood types are needed. There is no deferral if donors have received a COVID-19 vaccine as long as they know which vaccine was […]

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Agenda for Today.

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Agenda for Today.

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Board of Supervisors Agenda for Today. The full agenda they are working today is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 7/27/2021 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads:  Agenda  Agenda Packet  Video Call to Order Roll Call Closed Session Agenda 1. Pursuant to Govt. Code […]

S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index Reports Record High Annual Home Price Gain Of 16.6% In May

S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index Reports Record High Annual Home Price Gain Of 16.6% In May

New York, NY…S&P Dow Jones Indices (S&P DJI) today released the latest results for the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices, the leading measure of U.S. home prices. Data released today for May 2021 show that home prices continue to increase across the U.S. More than 27 years of history are available for the data series, and […]

Law Enforcement a Focus for Murphys Community Meeting This Morning

Law Enforcement a Focus for Murphys Community Meeting This Morning

Murphys, CA…The Murphys Community Park which normally plays host to entertainment and community events was the meeting point for a large group of community members with concerns on crime, traffic, safety & more. If you care not only about Murphys but what issues are facing many small communities in our areas this video is worth […]

Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care Rescues Black Bear Cub from The Tamarack Fire

Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care Rescues Black Bear Cub from The Tamarack Fire

Markleeville, CA….Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care contacted Alpine County on Sunday evening (7/25/21) after receiving a report from a Markleeville resident regarding an injured black bear cub in the Markleeville area. The injuries to the animal were a result of the Tamarack Fire and the mother bear could not be located. As a result, the Lake […]

Tamarack Fire Daily Update, July 26, 2021. 67,764 Acres, 45% Contained, 1,623 Fire Personnel

Tamarack Fire Daily Update, July 26, 2021.  67,764 Acres, 45% Contained, 1,623 Fire Personnel

Markleeville, CA…Special Note: Residents returning to their homes following evacuations should be aware that there may still be fire activity nearby. Smoke and possible isolated flare-ups may occur for several weeks within the fire area as the fire burns through isolated fuels such as dead or downed trees. There is still firefighting work being done […]

Shop, Click & Deliver with Express Purchase from Sonora Ford

Shop, Click & Deliver with Express Purchase from Sonora Ford

Sonora, CA…Sonora Ford COVID-19 – Update…As our communities continue to feel the increased impact of Coronavirus, we feel it is important to share with you what we are doing to help keep people safe and healthy. Please be assured we have protocols in place, and are following CDC and local public health official’s recommendations. As […]

Shop Local at Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances! Serving Your Essential Shopping Needs Since 1955!

Shop Local at Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances!  Serving Your Essential Shopping Needs Since 1955!

Angels Camp, CA…Middleton’s is Open Normal Hours During the COVID-19 Crisis for their Community. Browse Online, Call In Your Order & Get Fast, Free Delivery! When people buy from us, they don’t just get an appliance, piece of furniture or electronic; they become a member of our family, a family that is there for one […]

Tamarack Fire Daily Update, Sunday, July 25, 2021, 66,744 Acres, 27% Contained, 1,557 Fire Personnel

Tamarack Fire Daily Update, Sunday, July 25, 2021, 66,744 Acres, 27% Contained, 1,557 Fire Personnel

Markleeville, CA…Special Notes: Smoke from the Dixie Fire has moved into the area and will affect visibility and air quality throughout the weekend. Air Operations may be impacted. Air quality may be unhealthy for those who are sensitive to smoke. Current Situation: Containment of the Tamarack Fire has jumped to 27% today. This follows a […]

The 2021 Bear Valley Music Festival is July 23 – August 1st!

The 2021 Bear Valley Music Festival is July 23 – August 1st!

Bear Valley, CA…The 2021 Bear Valley Music Festival is July 23 – August 1st! Order your tickets now & make plans for your summer musical adventures in the California Alps. About Bear Valley CLICK HERE FOR DRIVING DIRECTIONS Bear Valley is located on Scenic Highway 4 in the heart of the Stanislaus National Forest–an area […]

Middleton’s Furniture and Appliances is Hiring!

Middleton’s Furniture and Appliances is Hiring!

Angels Camp, CA…Middleton’s Furniture and Appliances in Angels Camp is looking for a Deliver/ Warehouse team member. Full time Tuesday through Saturday, days off Sunday and Monday. Just 6 basic requirements good customer service skills, must be able to lift 150 + pounds, work well with others, clean driving record, be able to drive an […]

Senders Market Ace Hardware July Red Hot Buys!

Senders Market Ace Hardware July Red Hot Buys!

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 […]

Sender’s Market’s Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through July 27th. Shop Local & Save!

Sender’s Market’s Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through July 27th. 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 […]

Murphys Certified Farmers’ Market 2021

Murphys Certified Farmers’ Market 2021

Murphys, CA…Sundays 9am to 1pm, June 6 to October 31. Murphys Community Park, 585 Algiers Street. We offer the community access to fresh & healthy produce and products from local farmers right here in Calaveras County. Food that has traveled fewer miles is fresher, more nutritious and has greater flavor. Come to our market for […]

Make Sure Stevenot Winery & Tasting Room is on Your Visit Itinerary

Make Sure Stevenot Winery & Tasting Room is on Your Visit Itinerary

Vallecito & Murphys, CA…Come Enjoy our Patio or Lawn while enjoying wine!! Stevenot Winery is open from Wednesday – Sunday, 11am to 4pm in Vallecito. On Weekends you can drop by the Stevenot Tasting Room on Main Strees in Murphys as well. 2849 BATTEN ROAD, VALLECITO, CA 95251 WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY- 11 TO 4 CHARCUTERIE […]