Fed Chair Jerome H. Powell on Federal Reserve’s Response to Technological Advances in Global Payments Landscape

Fed Chair Jerome H. Powell on Federal Reserve’s Response to Technological Advances in Global Payments Landscape

Washington, DC…Technological advances are driving rapid change in the global payments landscape. The Federal Reserve is studying these developments and exploring ways that it might refine its role as a core payment services provider and as the issuing authority for U.S. currency. “As the central bank of the United States, the Federal Reserve is charged […]

Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances is Open & Serving Your Essential Shopping Needs Since 1955!

Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances is Open & 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 […]

President Biden at Signing of the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act

President Biden at Signing of the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act

Washington, DC…Thank you. Thank you. Please, thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Susan, progress is possible. We’re moving. Good afternoon, everyone. As I said from the beginning of my campaign, Madam Speaker, that the campaign for President –throughout, you would call me and tell me, “Keep it up” — was about bringing people […]

The 2021 Angels Camp Farmers Market Season Starts Tonight!

The 2021 Angels Camp Farmers Market Season Starts Tonight!

Angels Camp, CA…Certified Farmers Market located downtown Angels Camp at Utica Park, off Main Street. Find us Friday evenings from 5pm to dusk, from tonight thru September. Fill up the fridge with local foods- because they taste better, are healthier, last longer, and promote a sustainable local economy! This evening Utica Park we will welcome […]

Stanislaus National Forest Enacts Temporary Fire Restrictions in High Fire Hazard Areas

Stanislaus National Forest Enacts Temporary Fire Restrictions in High Fire Hazard Areas

Sonora, CA…The Stanislaus National Forest will enact temporary fire restrictions in high hazard areas on May 22, effective through Dec. 31, 2021. To view the Forest Order and accompanying map please visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/stanislaus/alerts-notices. The Stanislaus National Forest currently meets the criteria for activating high fire hazard restrictions. These restrictions are believed to be the most […]

Mornings with the One Percent™ Live Weekdays 7-10am, This Morning’s Replays are Below

Mornings with the One Percent™ Live Weekdays 7-10am, This Morning’s Replays are 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 […]

Columbia Women Arrested After Major Injury DUI Crash

Columbia Women Arrested After Major Injury DUI Crash

Sonora, CA…On May 20, 2021 at approximately 7:15pm, 37-year-old Andrea Marshall of Columbia was driving her 2005 Kia Sportage northbound on State Route 49, approaching Old Sonora Columbia Road, along with her passenger 31-year-old Anthony Reibin of Sonora. Ms. Marshall allowed her vehicle to travel off the roadway where it crashed into a tree. Both […]

Existing-Home Sales Decline 2.7% in April, Median Existing-Home Price Rose 19.1% to $341,600,

Existing-Home Sales Decline 2.7% in April, Median Existing-Home Price Rose 19.1% to $341,600,

Washington, DC…Existing-home sales waned in April, marking three straight months of declines, according to the National Association of Realtors®. All but one of the four major U.S. regions witnessed month-over-month drops in home sales, but each registered double-digit year-over-year gains for April. Total existing-home sales,1 https://www.nar.realtor/existing-home-sales, completed transactions that include single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops, […]

Calaveras Vineyard Tour – The Perfect Way to Explore the Great Outdoors

Calaveras Vineyard Tour – The Perfect Way to Explore the Great Outdoors

Murphys, CA…Explore 4 Vineyards and Enjoy Select Tastings along with a Wine Country Lunch! Offered 1st Saturdays May through October and limited to 20 Guests per Tour. Register early to save your spot! Our Gracious Vineyard Hosts have arranged a wonderful day in the vineyards. As special arrangements and dedicated hosts are being arranged, we […]

Murder Charges Dropped Against Volcano Man

Murder Charges Dropped Against Volcano Man

Jackson, CA…The Amador County District Attorney’s Office announced yesterday that murder and attempted murder charges against Volcano resident, Jeffrey Johnston, 66, have been dropped at this time due to insufficient evidence. Johnston was charged with the murder of Volcano resident Vanessa Plew, 39, and the attempted murder of Jared Wilkinson, 44. District Attorney Todd Riebe […]

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Vehicle vs Tree Collison on Jamestown Road

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Vehicle vs Tree Collison on Jamestown Road

Sonora, CA…Traffic Update….Possible Injury Vehicle vs Tree Collison on Jamestown Road Incident: 00136 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: 20714 Jamestown Rd Loc Desc: IFO Lat/Lon: 37.998024 -120.410145 Detail Information 9:48 AM 6 [12] 1039 TUO 9:45 AM 5 [10] 1039 OFC, OIC ADVS CALL S2 9:40 AM 4 [6] [Appended, 09:40:50] [2] CONFIRMED TC ON […]

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision Near Sr4 / Morris Rd

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision Near  Sr4 / Morris Rd

Avery, CA….Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision Near Sr4 / Morris Rd. Incident: 00085 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr4 / Morris Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.204374 -120.369657 Detail Information 9:21 AM 18 [25] Secondary Location for A49-002: SAM BERRI TOW YARD FOR 180. 9:15 AM 17 [24] 1039 CT -BRENDA 9:15 AM 16 [23] 49-S2 RDWY […]

President Biden on Middle East, Israel & Hamas Cease Fire

President Biden on Middle East, Israel & Hamas Cease Fire

Washington, DC…Folks, I’ve just spoken with Prime Minister Netanyahu. Earlier today, I spoke with President Al Sisi of Egypt. And Minister — Prime Minister Netanyahu informed me that Israel has agreed to a mutual, unconditional ceasefire to begin in less than two hours. The Egyptians have now informed us that Hamas and the other groups […]

Monitor Pass Joins Ebbetts & Sonora for Temporary Closures as Storm Moves Through Region

Monitor Pass Joins Ebbetts & Sonora for Temporary Closures as Storm Moves Through Region

Markleeville, Lake Alpine & Kennedy Meadows, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) closed State Route 108/Sonora Pass and State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass at about noon, and State Route 89/Monitor Pass at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 20, 2021, due to an approaching storm that is expected to linger into the weekend. There is no estimated […]

One-Way Traffic Controls on State Routes 4 & 26

One-Way Traffic Controls on State Routes 4 & 26

Calaveras County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct one-way traffic control at various locations next week: State Route 4 Crews will perform utility work from Strawberry Hill Road to Forest Meadows Drive from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Drainage work is scheduled at Lower Moran Road in Avery […]

Traffic Advisory One-Way Traffic Controls on State Routes 16 & 88

Traffic Advisory One-Way Traffic Controls on State Routes 16 & 88

Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will employ one-way traffic control while performing construction operations next week at various locations in Amador County. Motorists should expect 10 minute delays and take alternate routes whenever possible. State Route 16 • Crews will conduct drainage work from State Route 124 to State Route 49 from […]

Governor Newsom Signs Legislation to Fast-Track Key Housing, Economic Development Projects in California

Governor Newsom Signs Legislation to Fast-Track Key Housing, Economic Development Projects in California

San Jose, CA…Alongside state and local leaders in San Jose today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation by Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego) that extends expedited California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review for key developments and expands the streamlining process to include small-scale housing projects – boosting the state’s economic recovery with […]

Traffic Update….Postal Vehicle vs Nissan Near Little John Rd / Bow Dr

Traffic Update….Postal Vehicle vs Nissan Near Little John Rd / Bow Dr

Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….Postal Vehicle vs Nissan Near Little John Rd / Bow Dr. Incident: 00239 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Little John Rd / Bow Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.929615 -120.640786 Detail Information 3:22 PM 3 [3] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1183-Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj to 1182-Trfc Collision-No Inj by CHP 3:22 PM 2 [2] NEG […]

Traffic Update….Solo Vehicle Rollover Near Fiddletown Rd / Bertone Dr

Traffic Update….Solo Vehicle Rollover Near Fiddletown Rd / Bertone Dr

Fiddletown, CA…Traffic Update….Solo Vehicle Rollover Near Fiddletown Rd / Bertone Dr Incident: 00226 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Fiddletown Rd / Bertone Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.498976 -120.705477 Detail Information 3:27 PM 6 [9] [Rotation Request Comment] *** 1039 RORYS 245-6674 *** 3:27 PM 5 [8] B94-002 1185 3:25 PM 4 [7] PER FIRE MINOR […]

Traffic Update…Possible Hit & Run DUI Collision Near Sr49 / Deer Creek Rd

Traffic Update…Possible Hit & Run DUI Collision Near Sr49 / Deer Creek Rd

Angels Camp, CA…Traffic Update…Possible Hit & Run DUI Collision Near Sr49 / Deer Creek Rd Incident: 00225 Type: Hit and Run No Injuries Location: Sr49 / Deer Creek Rd Loc Desc: STOCKTON JWO ANGEL OAKS Lat/Lon: 38.100368 -120.589294 Detail Information 3:48 PM 5 [27] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 23152-Driving Under Influence to 20002-Hit and Run […]

Sender’s Market’s Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through May 25th. Shop Local & Save!

Sender’s Market’s Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through May 25th.  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 […]

State Route 108/Sonora Pass and State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass Temporarily Closed Due to Approaching Storm

State Route 108/Sonora Pass and State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass Temporarily Closed Due to Approaching Storm

Kennedy Meadows & Lake Alpine, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) closed State Route 108/Sonora Pass and State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass at about noon on Thursday, May 20, 2021, due to an approaching storm that is expected to linger into the weekend. There is no estimated time when the passes will be reopened, though barring […]

Water, Power & Goat Crossings from UWPA

Water, Power & Goat Crossings from UWPA

Murphys, CA…Goat crossing! One of the most unique features of the UWPA system is Ross Reservoir. The dam you see captured was built with stones by miners in the late 1890’s to create a 100-acre-foot reservoir. Visible from French Gulch Road, it is now used to regulate the water for UWPA’s Angels Powerhouse and deliveries […]