Presidential Memorandum Streamlining Permitting and Reducing Regulatory Burdens for Domestic Manufacturing

Presidential Memorandum Streamlining Permitting and Reducing Regulatory Burdens for Domestic Manufacturing

Washington, DC…This memorandum directs executive departments and agencies (agencies) to support the expansion of manufacturing in the United States through expedited reviews of and approvals for proposals to construct or expand manufacturing facilities and through reductions in regulatory burdens affecting domestic manufacturing. Stakeholder Consultation on Streamlining Permitting. The Secretary of Commerce shall conduct outreach to […]

The Year Ahead for California’s Rural Counties ~ By Bob Williams, RCRC Chair & Tehama County Supervisor.

The Year Ahead for California’s Rural Counties ~ By Bob Williams, RCRC Chair & Tehama County Supervisor.

Sacramento, CA…Earlier this month, I was sworn in as Chair of the Rural County Representatives of California, better known as RCRC. The core of RCRC’s mission is to improve the ability of small, rural California county governments to provide services by advocating on their behalf, and promoting a greater understanding among policy makers about the […]

Presidential Memorandum Regarding Construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline

Presidential Memorandum Regarding Construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline

Washtington, DC….Policy. The Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) under development by Dakota Access, LLC, represents a substantial, multi-billion-dollar private investment in our Nation’s energy infrastructure. This approximately 1,100-mile pipeline is designed to carry approximately 500,000 barrels per day of crude oil from the Bakken and Three Forks oil production areas in North Dakota to oil markets […]

Executive Order On Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States

Executive Order On Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States

Washington, DC…Interior enforcement of our Nation’s immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States. Many aliens who illegally enter the United States and those who overstay or otherwise violate the terms of their visas present a significant threat to national security and public safety. This is particularly […]

Suspect Contacting Juveniles In Angels Camp Identified As Wanted Man From Montana

Suspect Contacting Juveniles In Angels Camp Identified As Wanted Man From Montana

Angels Camp, CA…The subject in this case has been identified as Victor R. Vanier, a 47 year old male that has an extensive criminal record from several states. He is currently wanted for questioning in Angels Camp PD case # 17-0058, for charges related to annoying children. (CA Penal Code Section 647.6(a)) Vanier’s hotel room […]

CCWD Board Approves Mokelumne River Studies

CCWD Board Approves Mokelumne River Studies

San Andreas, CA…On Wednesday January 25, the Calaveras County Water District Board of Directors unanimously authorized two studies involving the Mokelumne River in Calaveras County. Peter Martin, CCWD water resources program manager, explained one study will evaluate the specific water supply reliability and infrastructure needs of the West Point community, and the other will study […]

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through February 2nd & Tammy’s Window Wn Calaveras with Guest Bambi Papais

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through February 2nd & Tammy’s Window Wn Calaveras with Guest Bambi Papais

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Community TV is located in San Andreas, CA. We are a non-profit organization which helps facilitate the local studio and air original community programming to your home. The goals for PEG Access Television are to promote free speech, foster diverse points of view, encourage communications, create opportunities, encourage artistic expression, expand educational […]

Conservation, Water, Forestry & Rural Communities Agree On Ecologically Sound Forest Management

Conservation, Water, Forestry & Rural Communities Agree On Ecologically Sound Forest Management

Sacramento, CA…An unprecedented, urban-rural coalition representing water interests, local government, the conservation community, agriculture, and the forestry sector has formed to advance proactive, science-based, and ecologically sound forest management practices. The California Forest Watershed Alliance (CAFWA) supports policies and practices that promote healthy forests that are more resilient to drought, wildfire, and climate change. Knowing […]

K9 Phebe Cracks Down On Cartel Cannabis Grows

K9 Phebe Cracks Down On Cartel Cannabis Grows

Sacramento, CA…California State Board of Equalization Chairwoman Fiona Ma, CPA along with Assemblymember Jim Wood and Senator Mike McGuire presented legislative resolutions to Phebe, the amazing four-legged member and secret weapon of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife K9 unit and the Marijuana Enforcement Team, who puts her life on the line for Californians […]

Traffic Update….Non-Injury Collision Near Fitness Club On Hwy 26

Traffic Update….Non-Injury Collision Near Fitness Club On Hwy 26

Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a collision near the fitness club on Hwy 26. It was non-injury but making that 4:30pm class may be tougher… Incident: 00213 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr26 / Sr12 Loc Desc: NEAR THE FITNESS CENTER Lat/Lon: 38.211851 -120.764399 Close Detail Information NO DETAILS Unit Information 4:18 PM 3 Unit […]

Property & Other Tax Relief Available For Those Impacted By Storms, Flooding

Property & Other Tax Relief Available For Those Impacted By Storms, Flooding

Sacramento, CA…If your property has been damaged by the recent storms and flooding, you may be eligible for property tax relief. In many cases, the damaged property can be reappraised in its current condition, with some taxes refunded to the property owner. Once rebuilt, the property will be reassessed to its pre-damaged value. To qualify […]

CCOG Regular Meeting & State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment Project

CCOG Regular Meeting & State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment Project

San Andreas,CA…The Calaveras Council Of Governments is holding a regular meeting on Wednesday, February 1st. On the agenda is the ratification of the County Public Works Contract Amendment 3 to Dokken Engineering,Inc. For Engineering and Environmental Services Associated with the State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment Project. The meeting will be held at The Board […]

Arnold SIR Branch 152 Lunch Meeting, Tuesday February 21st

Arnold SIR Branch 152 Lunch Meeting, Tuesday February 21st

Arnold,CA… On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 11:00 AM, SIR (Sons in Retirement, Branch 152 ) will hold its Monthly Luncheon Meeting at Snowflake Lodge, 2255 Blue Lake Springs Drive, Arnold, CA. Sir Branch 152 is honored that our February speaker will be Calaveras County Sheriff Rick DiBasilio. Sheriff DiBasilio has been our Sheriff since […]

Planning For 25th Annual Murphys Irish Day Underway ~ Vendors Needed!

Planning For 25th Annual Murphys Irish Day Underway ~ Vendors Needed!

Murphys,CA…The Murphys Irish Day organizing committee has begun its work creating the 25th Anniversary celebration that will be held on Saturday, March 18. Through the years, the event has grown to become one of the Mother Lode’s most popular festivals, attracting thousands of local residents and visitors. It is a presentation of the Murphys Business […]

Freshly Prepared Today: 517,000 School Meals Made With California-Grown Food

Freshly Prepared Today: 517,000 School Meals Made With California-Grown Food

Berkeley,CA…Students across the state look forward to California Thursdays® because they have a lunch that is freshly made with ingredients sourced close to home and—more importantly to them—delicious. Today, as part of a statewide Collective Action Day, students at over 2,900 public schools will enjoy fresh, healthy lunches prepared by the more than 11,600 dedicated […]

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For January 25th

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For January  25th

San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are attached: CALAVERAS COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE MEDIA BULLETIN Wednesday, January 25, 2017 05:44 911 Misdial 1701250003 Occurred on Bald Mountain Rd, West Point. . Disposition: No Report Taken. 08:45 Theft 1701250013 Occurred on Foothill Ln, Burson. . Disposition: Report Taken. 09:05 Alarm Sounding […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For January 25th

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For January 25th

Sonora, CA… Tuolumne County Sheriff’s logs for January 25th are enclosed: TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF MEDIA BULLETIN Wednesday, January 25, 2017 00:31 SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE CHECK 1701250001 Officer initiated activity at Tuolumne Rd N/Crowbar Ln, Tuolumne.Obstructed plate, veh occupied by two. . Disposition: Crime Prevention, Patrol Check. 00:49 TRAFFIC STOP 1701250003 Officer initiated activity at Tuolumne Rd […]

Collision On SR 88 & Buena Vista Road

Collision On SR 88 & Buena Vista Road

Ione,CA…On January 25th approximately 8 p.m. party one was driving a Mercedes Benz westbound on SR-88 approaching the intersection of Buena Vista Road at an unknown speed. Party two was driving a 2014 Toyota was driving eastbound on SR-88 approaching the intersection of Buena Vista Road at 55 miles per hour. Due to the first […]

Cause Of Curtis Creek Elementary School Fire Released

Cause Of Curtis Creek Elementary School Fire Released

San Andreas, CA…On Thursday, January 26th at 4:49 a.m. firefighters from Tuolumne County Fire, Rancheria Fire, Twain Harte Fire, the City of Sonora Fire, and CAL FIRE were dispatched to Curtis Creek Elementary School, 18755 Standard Road, Sonora. Upon arrival crews found one classroom fully involved. With the fire knocked down, the cause of the […]

Early Morning Fire At Curtis Creek Elementary

Early Morning Fire At Curtis Creek Elementary

Sonora,CA…Just before 5 AM this morning, Deputies and fire personnel responded to Curtis Creek Elementary School in Sonora where a fire erupted on campus. The fire was contained to two classrooms but smoke and water damage occurred to at least 4 classrooms. No injuries were reported as the school was unoccupied. The cause of the […]

Calaveras County Board Of Supervisors Special Meeting January 31st & Cannabis Study Session

Calaveras County Board Of Supervisors Special Meeting January 31st & Cannabis Study Session

San Andreas,CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors is holding a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 31st at 9:00 a.m. On the agenda is the discussion of a cannabis study from the Planning Department that hight lights the back round, the fiscal impacts and enforcement issues surrounding cannabis cultivation in Calaveras. The Measure C tax would […]

Fire Update…Early Morning Fire Damages Classrooms At Curtis Creek Elementary! School Closed Today & Tomorrow!

Fire Update…Early Morning Fire Damages Classrooms At Curtis Creek Elementary!  School Closed Today & Tomorrow!

Sonora, CA…An early morning fire caused damage and smoke damage to several classrooms at Curtis Creek Elementary School. From the School District…”Early this morning a fire erupted in one of the classrooms on campus. Fire crews have responded to campus. All classes at Curtis Creek are cancelled for the remainder of this week, today and […]