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 […]
Washington, DC…President Trump’s 2018 Independence Day Message
Sacramento, CA…California Attorney General Xavier Becerra issued the following statement following the publication of the latest quarterly report on DACA renewals, which the federal government is required to file as part of the preliminary injunction that California secured in January to preserve DACA. “While the Trump Administration keeps trying to crush our Dreamers’ ability to […]
Roseville, CA – The McClintock for Congress campaign today released the letter it sent on January 25th to Jessica Morse’s in response for her proposal on campaign debates. So far, the Morse campaign has not responded, nor has it accepted the first two debate invitations — from the Mariposa Gazette and from William Jessup University […]
Philadelphia, PA…On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, setting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. This most American of holidays will be marked with typical festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues across the country. As we […]
Valley Springs, CA…The 2nd annual Calaveras Wine, Cheese and Olive Festival is back bigger and even better August 4th at La Contenta Golf Club in Valley Springs. “How can you go wrong with such incredible food and drink,” asked Dave Schemedes, festival chairperson. Nestled at the base of the Gold Country foothills, this popular festival […]
Arnold, CA…We’re back for another great race! Join us in this one-mile race that occurs immediately before the Arnold Independence Day parade and celebrate July 4th mountain style! This is a fundraiser for Hazel Fischer Elementary School’s Parents Club, and all ages are welcome to participate. How fast can you run a mile? Once an […]
Murphys, CA…Black Sheep Winery arrived in Murphys with the 1984 harvest. From that first harvest we produced our 1984 Amador Zinfandel. The wine was styled in a big, bold way like nobody else could do. That’s what makes us Black Sheep; we’re different from the rest of the flock. We feature small batches of limited […]
Angels Camp & Sonora, CA…Great Savings at Calaveras & Sonora Lumber. Click on the images below for full sized image.
Knoxville, TN…Every three years more than 5,000 students from across The Evangelical Covenant Church come together in one place to glimpse how they fit into the bigger picture of God’s kingdom. It is called CHIC (which stands for Covenant High In Christ) and is five days of worship, transformation, and fun. CHIC takes place from […]
Sacramento, CA…Americans Against Gun Violence extends heartfelt sympathy to the families, friends, and colleagues of the five people killed, including the newspaper editor, three journalists, and another staff member, in the mass shooting on June 28, 2018, at the office of the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, Maryland. At the same time, we agree with the […]
Jackson & Sonora, CA….The Save Mart C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Awards $70,000 in Grants in Q2 to Local Non-Profits. One Amador Organization Included. The Save Mart Companies C.A.R.E.S. Foundation is pleased to announce that fourteen organizations throughout California and Northern Nevada received grants. Amador-Tuolumne Community Action Agency $3,500 The Amador-Tuolumne Community Action Agency (ATCAA) helps individuals in […]
Sonora, CA…With the Fourth of July upon us, Stanislaus National Forest visitors can enjoy a variety of summer recreation activities, including camping, backpacking, and picnicking. Extreme temperatures are likely, so we encourage you to be prepared for summer heat. These unseasonably hot temperatures increase the risk of fire as the ground begins to dry. Extreme […]
Murphys, CA…Whether wading in the creek scooping up ducks or just enjoying a fun-filled afternoon in the park, kids of all ages love the Murphys Duck Races, part of Murphys Homecoming. This year’s event takes place Saturday, July 21, from about noon to 3pm in Murphys Community Park. From 1pm to 2:30pm, there will be […]
Sacramento, CA…Smoother roads and transportation improvements have been promised to Californians, and Caltrans is delivering on that promise with projects funded by SB 1. In this Caltrans News Flash, transportation officials talk about how SB 1 funds are being used to repave roads, like the US Highway 50 project in Sacramento, and how these highway […]
Sacramento, CA…The 2018-19 State Budget Package allocates $1.4 billion from the state’s Cap-and-Trade auction proceeds, which is an uptick from the $1.25 billion in the Governor’s January proposed Budget due to higher than expected revenues over the past year. The final 2018-19 Cap-and-Trade Expenditure Plan includes significant investments in program areas vital to rural communities, […]
Washington, DC…RCRC partnered with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (Go-Biz) and other California economic development organizations at the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit (Summit) in Washington, D.C. last week. RCRC staff participated in a number of conversations with foreign entities interested in making investments and creating jobs in rural California. More than 3,000 […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through July 10th! Larger Images Are Below
Sacramento, CA…California Attorney General Xavier Becerra issued the following statement after the California Supreme Court rejected gun industry groups’ challenge to the State’s “microstamping” law. Microstamping—a ballistics identification technology—can serve as an important tool for law enforcement during investigations and can deter gun crimes. As of May 2013, no new semiautomatic handgun model can be […]
Angels Camp, CA…Fun for all! Live Music: Johnny & the Classics, Bob Eisenman Jazz Band, Sunset Travelin’ Band, HiWay4 Necktie, Craft Vendors, Food & Beverages, Wine Tasting, Specialty Beer, Family Fun with Bounce House, Face Painting and Kid’s Games. Free Admission. Every one Welcome! Luau Dinner at 5:00pm. Dinner Tickets $15 Adults $8 Kids. July […]
Arnold, CA…One of the highlights of our summer is Vacation Bible School. We’d like kids — age 4 to 12 — to join us for an exciting week of “Jungle Adventure.” Stories, games, music, crafts, skits, snacks, and so much more will help provide our children with a fun and meaningful week of VBS. Each […]
San Andreas, CA…Each year illegal and misused fireworks cause serious injuries and damaging wildfires. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is taking a zero tolerance stand against anyone possessing, transporting or using illegal fireworks. The penalties for possessing, transporting or using illegal fireworks ranges from a misdemeanor up to felony charges […]
Here are three links to three recent Taxpayer Alert shows featuring Tim Lutz, County CAO, discussing a wide range of issues and Ken Perkins who is suing Tuolumne County over non-disclosure of past secret Economic Development activity. Also, Laurie Giannini, Fair Manager, who discusses our Calaveras County Jumping Frog Fair. We are a non-partisan, non-profit, […]
Sacramento, CA…Anyone with ideas, suggestions, or concerns about the administration and oversight of California’s business taxes is invited to attend the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration’s (CDTFA) annual Taxpayers’ Bill of Rights meeting in Sacramento on July 11, 2018. Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2018 Time: 9 a.m. Location: California Department of Tax and […]
Sutter Creek, CA…Soaring vocal harmonies and story-filled, poetic songwriting – Misner & Smith’s sound harkens back to the bedrock of modern American rock & folk. With two singers who could easily lead a band on their own, Sam and Megan produce a sound that is one voice, seducing listeners with music that captures longing and […]
Arnold, CA…The Ebbetts Pass Community Center is still accepting donations for the annual flea market. Drop off Tuesday and Thursdays 9 am to 3 PM. Or call for other times. The flea market will be August 4th and 5th. For more information please contact Bob 795-2768 The Flea Market is our only fundraiser for the […]
Sacramento, CA…The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) announced the launch of its Rural County Photo Contest for 2018. The second annual contest invites amateur photographers to capture life in rural California by showcasing the beautiful, vibrant imagery found in RCRC’s 35 member counties. The RCRC Rural County Photo contest runs July 1st through August […]
Jackson, CA…Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort welcomes rock and new wave band The FIXX to the Grand Oak Ballroom stage on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at 7 p.m. Their visit will kick off their summer-long “Beach Tour,” which will celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the release of their multi-platinum “Reach The Beach” album. The FIXX will […]
Washington, DC…Because the vast majority of older Americans live at home and a large number of older people have functional limitations or ill health, according to social survey data, more will rely on eldercare. In fact, American Community Survey data show that less than 10 percent of older Americans with a disability live in nursing […]
Murphys, CA…Child Care Wanted: Care for infants thru preschool, Sun am 10-12 + two Tues 5-7 pm. Send resume to am.desmidt@gmail.com or FCCM, PO Box 48, Murphys, CA 95247 The Mission of Murphys First Congregational Church is: Responding to God’s Love, our greatest joy is found as we praise God and seek God’s guidance through […]
