The Resource Connection Food Bank Receives Generous Donation From Calaveras Cannabis Alliance

The Resource Connection Food Bank Receives Generous Donation From Calaveras Cannabis Alliance

San Andreas, CA… A big THANK YOU to the Calaveras Cannabis Alliance! They stopped by with a donation of 2,651 pounds of food and $2,700! Twenty-eight members of the CCA donated their time and resources to make this generous donation possible! Pictured left to right:Joe Tobin – Food Bank Coordinator; CCA Members Brad Wolfman, COPR; […]

President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 As Irish-American Heritage Month

President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 As Irish-American Heritage Month

Washington, DC…BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA-A PROCLAMATION- Irish Americans have made an indelible mark on the United States. From Dublin, California, to Limerick, Maine, from Emerald Isle, North Carolina, to Shamrock, Texas, we are reminded of the more than 35 million Americans of Irish descent who contribute every day to all […]

President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 As Women’s History Month

President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 As Women’s History Month

Washington, DC…BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA- A PROCLAMATION- We are proud of our Nation’s achievements in promoting women’s full participation in all aspects of American life and are resolute in our commitment to supporting women’s continued advancement in America and around the world. America honors the celebrated women pioneers and leaders […]

Questions Welcomed At Smug March 14th Meeting

Questions Welcomed At Smug March 14th Meeting

MUrphys, CA…Owners of Apple computer products, including iMacs, iPads and iPhones are encouraged to bring their questions and concerns to The Sierra Macintosh Users Group (SMUG) at its monthly meeting, Tuesday, March 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the community room of the Murphys Library, 480 Park Lane, adjacent to Murphys Park. This will […]

California’s 20th Annual ‘Read Across America’ Is Thursday ~ Teachers, Students, Parents & Celebrities Celebrate Joys of Reading

California’s 20th Annual ‘Read Across America’  Is Thursday ~ Teachers, Students, Parents & Celebrities Celebrate Joys of Reading

Burlingame, CA…California’s public school educators will join a nationwide celebration of reading on Thursday, March 2, as they meet up with parents, city officials, firefighters and TV and movie actors at events statewide for the National Education Association’s 20th annual “Read Across America” extravaganza. Millions of people across the nation will take part in the […]

Senator Gaines Comments On California’s Record Snowpack

Senator Gaines Comments On California’s Record Snowpack

Sacramento, CA…Senator Ted Gaines (R-El Dorado) reacted to the results of today’s snow survey by the Department of Water Resources which showed that statewide, the snowpack holds 45.5 inches of snow water equivalent, or 185 percent of the March 1 average (24.6 inches). The central and southern regions in the Sierra Nevada are close to […]

Visit A Frog Stop In Your Local Community!

Visit A Frog Stop In Your Local Community!

Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee is one of the longest running events in the State of California. Its earliest roots date back to 1893, held that year in Copperopolis. The fair eventually found a permanent home outside of Angels Camp. In the spirit of the old movie classic “State Fair,” […]

Calaveras County Arts Council Is Proud To Present The Diablo Ballet

Calaveras County Arts Council Is Proud To Present The Diablo Ballet

Angels Camp, CA…It’s a rare and special treat have the Diablo Ballet perform in Calaveras County. This professional ballet company from the Bay Area will please everybody with their rich program of ballet influenced by tango, story telling, and dancers from around the world. They will perform Three to Tango by Diablo Ballet’s Artistic Advisor […]

11th Annual Taste Of Calaveras

11th Annual Taste Of Calaveras

Murphys, CA…The Angels Camp Business Association invites you to the 11th Annual “Taste of Calaveras” April 22, 2017 in the Ironstone Vineyards breezway. This annual event is a celebration of wine, food, art and culture showcasing the exceptional wines of Calaveras and the finest restaurants and foods. Calaveras artists will be attending with a special […]

Wednesday Night Mountain Karaoke!

Wednesday Night Mountain Karaoke!

Arnold, CA…Arnold had talent last Wendsday Night Kareeokee​ …. It was amazing. Thank you to all our singers & patrons!!!! We are Featuring Johnny Rockstar w/ Shinning Star* Productions. Come down again TONIGHT and get your groove on and sing your Heart out!!!!! JJ’s Divebar & Grill Open 7days. Serving lunch & dinner from 11:30 […]

Kitten Season Kicks Off Early

Kitten Season Kicks Off Early

San Andreas, CA…our kitten season has officially begun here at your Calaveras Humane Society, earlier than we’d hoped — but we just can’t turn away babies in need. We were alerted by our friends at Calaveras Veterinary Hospital when a mother cat was tragically killed by a car, leaving these three-week-old babies orphaned. They’re now […]

California Connections Academy @ Ripon Opens Enrollment For 2017-18 School Year

California Connections Academy @ Ripon Opens Enrollment For 2017-18 School Year

Visalia, CA…As technology continues to revolutionize American education, the number of students turning to virtual and blended learning programs continues to grow. In fact, from September 2015 to September 2016, California Connections Academy @ Ripon saw student enrollment increase by 23 percent. The school, serving students in kindergarten through 12th grade who reside in Alameda, […]

Calaveras Humane Society’s March Adoption Sale

Calaveras Humane Society’s March Adoption Sale

San Andreas, CA…What’s rarer than a four-leaf clover? Getting THIS fantastic deal on cat adoptions during the entire month of March! All felines adopted from the Calaveras Humane Society have been spayed/neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped, tested for FIV/FeLV and more. Now THAT’S as lucky as a leprechaun! Visit our adoption page to see who’s available.

What’s Happening In Murphys This Week ~ February 28th Through March 9th

What’s Happening In Murphys This Week ~ February 28th Through March 9th

Murphys, CA…Planning to spend a Saturday shopping in Murphys, try out the new Saturday Hopper bus service running between Valley Springs and Murphys. Perfect for Irish Day on March 18, 2017. Saturdays in Murphys – Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving […]

Hugh Logan Named March 2017 Mentor Of The Month

Hugh Logan Named March 2017 Mentor Of The Month

Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program is pleased to honor Valley Springs resident Hugh Logan as the March 2017 Mentor of the Month. It has been a little over a year since Hugh and his 14-year-old mentee, Abel, began their friendship. “Hugh is a wonderful mentor,” said Katie Lackler, coordinator for the Calaveras Youth […]

Sarah Louise Locke 1934-2017

San Andreas, CA…Peacefully Sarah Louise Locke passed away in her sleep while at her home in San Andreas, California. She lost her courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, February 23. She was born on October 16, 1934 in Norwich, New York to Harriett and Gerald Marvin. Sarah received a Bachelor of Science in accounting from […]

Arnold Water Outage Affects Almost 1000 Customers

Arnold Water Outage Affects Almost 1000 Customers

Arnold, CA…Due to the failure of a main pressure-reducing valve in the old Meadowmont Golf Course at around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday Feb. 28, about 500 to 1,000 customers in the Meadowmont area are experiencing a water outage. CCWD crews are assessing the problem and will begin making repairs as soon as possible. The District does […]

CHP Seeks Driver In Pedestrian Hit & Run

CHP Seeks Driver In Pedestrian Hit & Run

San Andreas, CA… Mr. Kerstan was walking southbound on the sidewalk of SR -49 and California Street, when he stepped off the sidewalk and into the crosswalk. Mr. Kerstan noticed the approaching vehicle was slowing so he began to cross the street. While Mr. Kerstan was in the crosswalk, the vehicle struck MR. Kerstan and […]

Valley Springs Man Life Flighted After Being Ran Over

Valley Springs Man Life Flighted After Being Ran Over

San Andreas, CA…Winge and Phelps were traveling westbound on S. Petersburg Road in Vehicle-1 (Ford), west of N. Shore Ct. Winge needed to make a U-turn, but the reverse gear in Vehicle-1 was not functioning (a previously known issue). Phelps got out of Vehicle-1 to push it backwards, due to the reverse gear not functioning. […]

Monthly Spot Light: 39th District Board Of Directors

Monthly Spot Light: 39th District Board Of Directors

Angels Camp, CA…Did you know that the 39th District Agricultural Association Board of Directors are appointed by the Governor of the State? After a grueling appointment process they serve at the pleasure of the Governor. It is an unpaid position. They are ultimately responsible for every aspect of the District including the grounds, financial health, […]

Angels Camp Student Takes Top VFW Scholarship Prize

Angels Camp Student Takes Top VFW Scholarship Prize

Kansas City, MO…The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. and its Auxiliary proudly announce Savannah Wittman, a senior at Bret Harte High School in Angels Camp, Calif., was named first-place national winner and recipient of the $30,000 T.C. Selman Memorial Scholarship award in the 2016-17 Voice of Democracy Scholarship program. The announcement was made […]

La Grange Odd Fellow Breakfast ~ March 12th

La Grange Odd Fellow Breakfast ~ March 12th

La Grange, CA…Time for a Spring joy-ride, destination La Grange. The Odd Fellows of LaFayette Historical Lodge #65 remind you of our monthly breakfast, always on the second Sunday at the IOOF Hall in downtown La Grange. Sunday March 12th is the date this month. Breakfast hours are 8 to 11 am, with a menu […]

Tickets Available For April K-9 Fundraiser

Tickets Available For April K-9 Fundraiser

Sonora,CA…There are still tickets available for the K-9 Fundraiser taking place on April 1st. The K-9 Dinner will be held at Black Oak Casino and Resort. This year’s dinner will be fully catered by Black Oak Casino, with fantastic raffle prizes, silent and live auctions; including some amazing prizes such as a 5 night stay […]