Kindness Week In Calaveras County, February 6th-10th

Kindness Week In Calaveras County, February 6th-10th

Murphys, CA…We invite everyone to join us in celebrating Kindness Week in Calaveras County February 6-10, 2017. As in the past, our project will provide kindness pass it on ribbons to encourage acts of kindness and tie up ribbon for all Calaveras county schools who participate. Kindness week in Calaveras County. Photo: Calaveras Unified Over […]

Traffic Update….Minor Injury Collision On Hogan Dam Rd.

Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a minor injury collision near New Hogan Parkway & Hogan Dam Road. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00227 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: New Hogan Pkwy / Hogan Dam Rd Loc Desc: 1/4 MI JSO HOGAN DAM Lat/Lon: 38.177590 -120.812361 Close Detail Information 4:48 PM 6 [12] [Rotation […]

Federal Court Grants Stay In Challenge ToTrump Immigration Ban

Federal Court Grants Stay In Challenge ToTrump Immigration Ban

New York, NY… A federal judge tonight granted the American Civil Liberties Union’s request for a nationwide temporary injunction that will block the deportation of all people stranded in U.S. airports under President Trump’s new Muslim ban. The ACLU and other legal organizations filed a lawsuit on behalf of individuals who were subject to the […]

I Seemed To Have Misplaced My Owners

I Seemed To Have Misplaced My Owners

Arnold, CA…Do you recognize me? I was picked up on Sunday afternoon out in the middle of nowhere on Avery Sheep Ranch Road by a very nice lady who stopped and has kept me safe. Male. Will check for a chip when the vet opens, in the meantime, please reach out if you recognize me. […]

Attorney General Ferguson Seeks Halt To Trump’s Immigration Executive Order

Attorney General Ferguson Seeks Halt To Trump’s Immigration Executive Order

Seattle, WA…Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced that he is filing a lawsuit in federal court today against President Donald Trump, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and high-ranking Trump Administration officials. Ferguson’s complaint asks the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington to declare unconstitutional key provisions of President Donald Trump’s immigration […]

Tonight: Nicholas Lefler & Special Guest Violaine Esterez Perform At Vino Metate

Tonight: Nicholas Lefler & Special Guest Violaine Esterez Perform At Vino Metate

Angels Camp, CA…Join Nicholas Lefler this week with special guest Flamenco dancer Violaine Estérez at Vino Metate tasting room. We offer wine by the bottle/glass, tapas, and free wine tasting with your purchase. Taste award winning wines locally grown and produced in Calaveras County. We create our wines from Spanish varietal grapes aged in American […]

Don’t Miss Alchemy’s Last Annual Tuesday Night Beer Dinner!

Don’t Miss Alchemy’s Last Annual Tuesday Night Beer Dinner!

Murphys, CA…Join us on Tuesday, January 31st, any time between 4:30 and 7:30, for the last of our annual Tuesday Night Beer Dinners in January. We offer an optional 4-course beer and food pairing menu, but our full regular menu is also available. This week, we feature beers from Liefmans, Dupont, Allagash, and High Water. […]

Starbucks Chairman & CEO Sends Message To Partners In Regards To Trump Administration

Starbucks Chairman & CEO Sends Message To Partners In Regards To Trump Administration

Seattle, WA…Starbucks chairman and ceo sent the following message to all partners (employees) on January 29, 2017. Dear partners- I write to you today with deep concern, a heavy heart and a resolute promise. Let me begin with the news that is immediately in front of us: we have all been witness to the confusion, […]

Celebrate Political Commentary & Make Plans For President’s Wine Weekend

Celebrate Political Commentary & Make Plans For President’s Wine Weekend

Murphys, CA…Whether you’re drinking more over the recent election or toasting more, one thing is sure we should all come together and celebrate local economies and small business and why not start now with a discovery of Calaveras County and our vibrant wine community! Visit Calaveras County wine region on Presidents’ Day weekend, February 18th […]

Butte Fire Burnt Tree Removal Begins Today

Butte Fire Burnt Tree Removal Begins Today

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Department of Public Works announces completion of the process required by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to identify hazard burnt trees from the Butte fire area. These are the 8,400 trees that have the potential to fall and impact public roadways. They are located within the County right-of-way and […]

Readout Of President’s Call With Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Muhammad Bin Zayid Al Nuhayyan Of The United Arab Emirates

Readout Of President’s Call With Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Muhammad Bin Zayid Al Nuhayyan Of The United Arab Emirates

Washington, DC…President Trump spoke by telephone yesterday with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Muhammad bin Zayid Al Nuhayyan of the United Arab Emirates. The two leaders reaffirmed the strong partnership between both countries and committed to further strengthen cooperation on fighting radical Islamic terrorism. They discussed recent developments in the Middle East, including the fight […]

Statement By The President On U.S. Service Member Killed In Yemen

Statement By The President On U.S. Service Member Killed In Yemen

Washington, D.C…In a successful raid against Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) headquarters, brave U.S. forces were instrumental in killing an estimated 14 AQAP members and capturing important intelligence that will assist the U.S. in preventing terrorism against its citizens and people around the world. Americans are saddened this morning with news that a life […]

Traffic Update….Rollover On Hwy 26

Traffic Update….Rollover On Hwy 26

West Point, CA…CHP is reporting an overturned pickup on Hwy 26 near Barney Way. A reader also said there is black ice in the bridge area so be careful… Incident: 00079 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr26 / Barney Way Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.389537 -120.525863 Close Detail Information 9:22 AM 5 [7] [Rotation Request Comment] […]

Traffic Update….Minor Injury Collision On Hwy 26

Traffic Update….Minor Injury Collision On Hwy 26

Valley Springs, CA…A minor injury head on collision is in the clearing stages on Hwy 26 near Quail Oaks. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00256 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: Sr26 / Quail Oaks Rd Loc Desc: WB NR LA CONTENTA Lat/Lon: 38.170503 -120.837591 Close Detail Information 6:33 PM 9 [16] 49-S2 ,RDWY […]

And The Winners Are…Calaveras Lumber, Blooms & Things, CCAR Charities, Renegade Winery, Donna Stevenson & Kris Cromwell Fletcher!

And The Winners Are…Calaveras Lumber, Blooms & Things, CCAR Charities, Renegade Winery, Donna Stevenson & Kris Cromwell Fletcher!

Murphys, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards dinner took place in the beautiful confines of Ironstone Vineyards on Friday night. It was an annual celebration of the businesses & people who have made our communities better, provided needed services and employment for many of our friends and neighbors. Over 200 movers & shakers […]

Traffic Update….Collision On Hwy 4 In Dorrington Area

Traffic Update….Collision On Hwy 4 In Dorrington Area

Dorrington, CA…CHP is reporting a collision blocking the westbound lane near Sierra Parkway on Hwy 4. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00123 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr4 / Sierra Pkwy Loc Desc: IFO 3431 SR4 Lat/Lon: 38.307031 -120.276656 Close Detail Information 11:08 AM 3 [7] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 SAM BERRI TOW […]

California Teacher’s Association Says Education Secretary Nominee Betsy DeVos Disastrous For Public Schools

California Teacher’s Association Says Education Secretary Nominee Betsy DeVos Disastrous For Public Schools

Los Angeles, CA…California’s educators say White House nominee for U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos would be a disaster for California’s students and public schools. Flanked by the nearly 800 delegates to the CTA State Council of Education, CTA President Eric Heins held a news conference today calling for the rejection of DeVos at her […]

Power Outage Update….Just 63 Customers Left Without Power….Unfortunately 55 Are In Dorrington

Power Outage Update….Just 63 Customers Left Without Power….Unfortunately 55 Are In Dorrington

Dorrington, CA….PG&E crews have gotten the bulk of their customers in our area back up with electrons flowing. the only block of homes dark are the 55 in Dorrington. The rest of the outages are all isolated incidents. Great work everyone. As of this morning there are in Arnold 7 Outages affecting 7 Customers. Dorrington […]

Traffic Update….Pickup Overturns After Hitting Black Ice In Murphys & Pickup vs Firetruck On Hwy 26

Traffic Update….Pickup Overturns After Hitting Black Ice In Murphys & Pickup vs Firetruck On Hwy 26

Murphys, CA…CHP is reporting the at a pickup encountered some black ice near Murphys Grade Road & French Gulch Roads and overturned. The vehicle is on it’s side blocking the roadway. Just a bit earlier this morning there was a non-injury pickup vs firetruck collision on Hwy 26 near Woodhouse Mine. Please use caution in […]

Calaveras County Notice Of Election & Notice To Submit Arguments

Calaveras County Notice Of Election & Notice To Submit Arguments

San Andreas, CA…NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Resolutions passed by the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors on January 24, 2017, a Special All-Mail Ballot Election will be conducted on May 2, 2017, for the purpose of voting on the following measures: Measure A To maintain Saddle Creek Community Services District owned facilities and […]