Sacramento, CA…The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) is once again sponsoring legislation to require the State to make good on their obligations to counties through the commitment of Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) payments. Senate Bill 58 by Senator Mike McGuire (D-Healdsburg) is a bipartisan effort to amend Fish and Game Code language […]
Sacramento, CA…On Sunday, February 5, football fans across the country will gather with friends and family to celebrate America’s most-watched national sporting event, the Super Bowl. Before the big game, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is reminding all motorists to designate a sober driver in advance. The game plan for the CHP and law enforcement […]
Copperopolis, CA…In 1895 James A. Tower was only 16 years old when, using barbed wire fencing, he strung the first telephone line for what was to become The Calaveras Telephone Company. As demands for the telephone service increased, the young Mr. Tower found it necessary to establish a central office in the small community of […]
Punxsutawney, PA…Pennsylvania’s world-famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, predicted six more weeks of winter after seeing his shadow this morning in the Pennsylvania Wilds. Thousands of fans watched as Phil made his highly-anticipated weather prognostication, commemorating 131 years of Pennsylvania’s unique Groundhog Day tradition. The following proclamation was read on Gobbler’s Nob: Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Hear […]
Angels Camp & Murphys, CA…Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets have been part of the Calaveras community since 1935. High Quality, Great Customer Service and Great Hometown Prices. “We are dedicated to providing the best to our customers. ” – Mike Croshaw Wishing you Good Times & Good Cheer. Sierra Hills […]
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through February 7th Larger Images Are Below…
Murphys, CA…Is it Friday yet? Are you feeling ready to #winedown but it’s only Wednesday? Help is coming soon but you need to join Stevenot Winery and Greg Sutton with a nice glass of #calaveraswine this Friday 5pm-8pm! The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance is dedicated to increasing the awareness of all wines produced in Calaveras County […]
Columbia, CA…CHP is reporting a 3 vehicle collision with one overturned near Yankee Hill & Columbia Street. Two subject may have left the scene as well. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00313 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Yankee Hill Rd / Columbia St Loc Desc: COLUMBIA STATE PARK Lat/Lon: 38.035714 -120.399756 Close Detail […]
Washington, DC…National Security Advisor Michael Flynn delivered the following statement today at the Whitehouse….“Recent Iranian actions, including a provocative ballistic missile launch and an attack against a Saudi naval vessel conducted by Iran-supported Houthi militants, underscore what should have been clear to the international community all along about Iran’s destabilizing behavior across the Middle East. […]
San Andreas,CA…Rebecca Turner, County Clerk reports that arguments for or against local measures: A, B, C, & D to be placed on the May 2, 2017 ballot are due February 3, 2017 by 4:00 pm. Rebuttal Arguments are due February 14, 2016 by 4:00pm. Additional information may be obtained on the Calaveras County Elections website: […]
San Francisco, CA…The the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) today announced a new all-time record for traffic, serving 53,106,505 passengers in 2016. This achievement eclipses the milestone of 50 million passengers set in 2015, and represents the seventh straight year of passenger traffic growth at SFO. Overall traffic grew by 6.1% year-over-year, which included double-digit […]
Groveland, CA…Positive identification has been made on the human remains that were found in a mineshaft just outside of the Groveland area on Dec. 24, 2016. The remains are of 58 year old Groveland resident, Noel Burch who was reported missing in October of 2016. The Cause of death results are still pending at this […]
Sutter Creek, CA…International concert violinist Corina Stoian and local pianist Ron Brickman present a concert of music for violin and piano at the Sutter Creek Theatre on Saturday, February 18, starting at 3 pm. The concert marks the tenth anniversary of the Romanian-born Stoian’s American debut, which took place in February 2007 at the Sutter […]
Sacramento, CA…Senator Ted Gaines (R-El Dorado) today announced Senate Bill 13, which will provide much-needed tax relief to the manufacturing, research and development, software and agricultural industries by expanding an existing sales and use tax exemption. “Small businesses are the backbone of California’s economy and we need to do everything we can to make sure […]
Bear Valley, CA…The first Central Sierra Series race of the season was held under bright sunny skies, after being postponed twice due to heavy snowfall. Racers ages seven to sixteen showed off their speed skills, racing slalom Saturday and giant slalom on Sunday. Participating teams included; Bear Valley, Dodge Ridge, China Peak and Yosemite. Racers […]
Angels Camp,CA… As a continuation of our Stand for Justice and Peace, the Calaveras Working Group will gather on Friday, February 10, from 4 to 6 pm, at the signal-light intersection of Highways 49 and 4 in Angels Camp to publicly stand for all that is being threatened by the new presidential administration. Issues of […]
San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are attached: CALAVERAS COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE MEDIA BULLETIN Tuesday, January 31, 2017 01:59 Suspicious Person 1701310002 Officer initiated activity at Daphne St/Pine St, Valley Springs. . Disposition: No Report Taken. 02:13 Suspicious or Parked Vehicle 1701310005 Officer initiated activity at Gwin Mine Rd, […]
Sonora, CA… Tuolumne County Sheriff’s logs through January 31st are enclosed: Sheriff’s Daily Report 01-30-2017 Sheriff’s Daily Reports 01-31-2017
Arnold, CA…A new storm system will roll through the next few days. Along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada it should feel like a cake walk after the last systems. At higher elevations it should put a fresh coat of white on everything for the upcoming weekend. Today Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming […]
Washington, DC…Information received since the Federal Open Market Committee met in December indicates that the labor market has continued to strengthen and that economic activity has continued to expand at a moderate pace. Job gains remained solid and the unemployment rate stayed near its recent low. Household spending has continued to rise moderately while business […]
Murphys, CA…The 22nd Annual Mother Lode Daffodil Show sponsored by the NCDS and the Calaveras County Garden Club and hosted by Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys On the country road to the winery, you will marvel at the thousands of naturalized daffodils blooming along the roadside and across the landscape. At the winery itself, you’ll be […]
Murphys, CA…Enjoy a family-friendly Easter brunch with your friends at Ironstone Vineyards! Bring your basket and be prepared to go “hunting,” as we partner with the Murphys-Angels Lions Club to bring you an Easter egg hunt (friendly for ages 4+). Not a morning person? No problem! We have two brunch seatings to fit your Easter […]
Copperopolis, CA…Join us for our 2nd Annual Love Bites Valentines Bash!Bring your sweetie and families to this fun free event! Live music by Keno Rojas! Free Professional Photo Ops! Free Date Night at The Square Raffle Prizes! Our shops will be offering BITES, Wine Tasting, Specials, Sales and more! Select Sweets, Food and Craft Vendors […]
Washington, DC…Neil M. Gorsuch has served for over a decade as a federal judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, building a nationally respected and distinguished judicial record and reputation. Judge Gorsuch is a brilliant jurist with an outstanding intellect and a clear, incisive writing style. He is universally respected for […]
Wallace,CA…Marilyn Kay Zirney, 70 years old, of Wallace, passed away on January 23rd at her home of natural causes. Marilyn was born in Altus, Oklahoma to Winford and Theresa Langford on May 17th, 1946. She was a retired inventory clerk for a grocery warehouse for 37 years. Marilyn is preceded in death by her husband, […]
Murphys, CA…Bring your appetite and dancing shoes to Love on the Vine, Saturday, February 11th, from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Enjoy a romantic dinner featuring a selection of Ironstone Vineyards wines, and dance music courtesy of Kool Shifters. Cost is $75 per person ($65 for Wine Club members), excluding tax & service charge. Menu […]
Esmeralda Valley, CA…This is the lifestyle! Turnkey Operation. The property at Chatom Vineyards consists of 11 parcels totaling 744.22 acres. 64 planted acres with 13 grape varietals. 60 plus acres of plantable land, 356 acres farmstead currently used for cattle grazing. Many options for expanding agricultural interests. There are 2 ponds & a natural spring. […]
New York, NY…Coming off an extraordinary 63 shows in 2016, Rock n’ Roll Hall of Famer Steve Miller is excited to announce his 2017 summer tour campaign. Steve and his band look forward to delving into their deep catalogue of hits from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. The tour kicks off in the metro New […]
San Andreas, CA…As part of a continuing partnership with Soroptimist International of Calaveras County, Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be offering FREE cholesterol tests for women in Calaveras County during American Heart Month in February. This FREE screening is also known as a lipid panel. The test measures good and bad cholesterol and triglycerides […]
Sonora, CA…This morning just before 9 AM, Cpl. Stuart responded to a report of a commercial burglary at Indian Creek Car Wash located on Mono Way in Sonora. The business owner and his employees arrived at the Car Wash and noticed the door to the back office was open. Empty envelopes that once contained tip […]
