Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a non-injury school bus collision near Southworth & Oak Ridge Road. There were 21 students onboard… Incident: 00264 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Southworth Rd / Oak Ridge Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.148402 -120.933329 Close Detail Information 4:30 PM 2 [2] 1039 49-1 AT OFC 4:26 PM 1 [1] SCHOOL […]
Frogtown, USA….The Morgan Kitchell of the famous Frog Jumping Kitchell family takes the 2016 Calaveras County International Frog Jump Championships. The Kitchell family has been on a roll the last few years. Mother Laura Kitchell started the roll then Riley Kitchell took top honors twice and now his wife Morgan Kitchell in 2016. Several of […]
Silver Springs, MD…Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration took a major step in making sure consumers have updated nutritional information for most packaged foods sold in the United States, that will help people make informed decisions about the foods they eat and feed their families. “I am thrilled that the FDA has finalized a […]
Angels Camp, CA…Perfect Frog Jumping weather to start the week in the Mother Lode. Today Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly cloudy. Highs 58 to 70. Light winds becoming southwest up to 10 mph in the afternoon. Tonight Mostly cloudy. Lows 42 to 50. Prevailing southwest winds up to 10 mph. Monday Mostly […]
Frogtown, CA…Sunday is jumpin’ with things to do! 9AM – Junior Livestock Auction down in Tower Pavilion and Swine Ring, come on down and support our local youth! 10AM – Booths and buildings open up, Barrel of Monkeez opens, Barnyard Adventures opens 12PM – Both Carnivals open up, Best of Calaveras performs out on the […]
Vallecito, CA…CHP is reporting a major injury motorcycle incident on Hwy 4 in the Vallecito area. It should be in the clearing in stages now and an air ambulance was landing in Angels Camp. Let’s be careful out there… Incident: 00235 Type: Trfc Collision-Major Inj Location: Sr4 / Main St Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.092156 -120.472466 […]
Avery, CA…A great place to people watch and indulge in tasty treats. Served everyday all day! Open 6-6! Treat yourself to our Mochas, Cooperchino our blended coffee drink as well. You can call ahead at 209.822.3967 and your order will be ready & waiting.
Sonora, CA…We have a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing! If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on CarFinder, fill out the form, […]
Washington, DC…The Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen who comprise our Armed Forces have defended our Nation and the values for which we stand for generations, answering the call to give up the comforts of civilian life, do whatever it takes to keep us safe, and go wherever they are needed. On Armed Forces […]
Copperopolis, CA…Market At The Square is of the best Farmers Markets In the area runs every Sunday 10-3! This week live music by Joe Rose and The Howlers! Playing Blues, Swing, Rockabilly and Jazz! Come out and Dance!! New this week is Lemonlove. Enjoy a fresh squeezed all natural citrus beverage and receive a customer […]
Frogtown, USA….Saturday is jam-packed with events for everyone! 8AM – Gates open, the Frogtown Stampede begins in the arena 9:30AM – The frog jumping begins! 10AM – Youth Talent Show on the Main Stage 12PM – Arm Wrestling Competition on the Lawn Stage 1PM – On-site floral arranging, large animal round-robin in the Barns, 2PM […]
Washington, DC…Hi everybody. Last summer, I got a letter from a woman named Elizabeth Paredes from Tucson, Arizona. Elizabeth is the mom of a 3-year-old boy, and an assistant manager at a sandwich shop. She earns about $2,000 a month, and she routinely works some 50 hours a week, sometimes even more. But because of […]
Frogtown, USA…The 2016 Miss Calaveras Is….Makayla Ruthrauff and her court is Sierra Stackpole & Brighton Hamari. Miss Ruthrauff follows in the royal footsteps of her mother and sister. The Miss Calaveras competition for 2016 was a great show and great group of young ladies. Taking the stage for Miss Calaveras were Macy Breaux (Bret Harte), […]
Arnold, CA…Caltrans has closed Hwy 4 over Ebbetts Pass & Hwy 108 over Sonora Pass. Caltrans will have to check for rocks & debris before they can reopen after the weekend.
Frogtown, CA…Each year the Fair board selects a family and or organization to dedicate the annual fair to. This year the Fair has selected the Don and Nancy Whittle family. The Whittles have made significant contributions to the Fair. Nancy serving as the Junior Livestock Secretary for several years. Supporting the Fair as auction buyers […]
Frogtown, CA…The 2016 Calaveras Saddle Queen Is Samantha Smith, First Runner Up is Christa Gillio, Second Runner Up is Melanie Nelson. As one of the hosts said…”The are gorgeous and they can ride horses too” Congratulations to Samantha Smith
Frogtown, USA…The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee is going on now. Come by the Cal-Waste Recovery Systems booth to participate in our great contests. 16 Lucky people will win FREE Residential Service for 12 MONTHS! For our grand prize, we’re giving away a Cool Camping Gear Set. We look forward to seeing you […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Annual Frog Jump Youth Parade was today and we have pictures & video below! The Parade, which is put on by Soroptimist International of Calaveras County and sponsored by Century 21 Sierra Properties always takes place on the first day of the fair. Individuals, pairs, and groups/clubs were all invited to take […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Annual Frog Jump Youth Parade was today and we have pictures & video below! The Parade, which is put on by Soroptimist International of Calaveras County and sponsored by Century 21 Sierra Properties always takes place on the first day of the fair. Individuals, pairs, and groups/clubs were all invited to take […]
Strawberry, CA…Today the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Detectives were able to positively identify the remains that were discovered on April 28th on Old Strawberry Road as belonging to 55 year old Tuolumne County resident, Denise Marie Gadd. Denise was reported as a missing person to the Sonora Police Department on 8/16/2015 by a concerned friend who […]
Arnold, CA…Michael Norman Hill, resident of Arnold, California, died 4/26 in Sonora after a short illness. Memorial celebration is being planned for May 29th, at 2pm at Mt Brow Winery. Michael was born in Stockton, 9/5/42. He worked as a contractor for his realtor parents (Hill Realty in Blue Lake Springs), Carl and Mabel Hill […]
Frogtown, USA….The 2016 Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jump Jubilee is underway. In the weeks leading up to the event there are several sanctioned Frog Jumps were people can qualify for the International Frog Jump Finals on Sunday at the fair. Below are photos from the Government Jump in San Andreas and a few photos […]
Frogtown, USA…Today, Thursday May 19, is the first day of our celebrated County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee and there is something to do for everyone! 8AM – Livestock Shows start at the Tower Pavilion 10AM – Youth Parade through downtown Angels Camp 12PM – California Carnival opens up, Frog Stage opens, Cole Porter Band […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…CHP is reporting a vehicle on it’s roof near Sheep Ranch Road & Colton Flat Road. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00415 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sheep Ranch Rd / Colton Flat Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.221082 -120.470624 Close Detail Information 9:47 PM 2 [6] 1039 CAL SO 9:45 PM […]
Murphys & Angels Camp, 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, and a […]
Murphys, CA…In celebration of the National Park Centennial, Backcountry Pictures presents the West Coast Premier of “A Walk in the Park with David Vassar” featuring the Academy Award®-nominated and Emmy® Award-winning writer, director, producer, and documentarian, David Vassar. “A Walk in the Park” will be presented in Vassar’s adopted home of Calaveras County on the evening of Friday, […]