Another Brief Shot Of Winter Will Roll Through Today

Another Brief Shot Of Winter Will Roll Through Today

Bear Valley, CA…Today At lower elevations…rain in the morning…then heavy rain showers…heavy snow showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. At higher elevations…snow and heavy rain likely in the morning…then snow showers in the afternoon. Cooler. Highs 28 to 40 higher elevations…39 to 45 lower elevations. Snow accumulation 4 to 8 inches […]

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Giving Veterans their Chance

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Giving Veterans their Chance

Washington, DC…Hi, everybody. This week, America came together to salute our veterans – to express our appreciation to all who served so that we might live free. But our gratitude should extend beyond what our veterans have done for us in the past. It should remind us of our responsibility to serve them as well […]

Nohemi Gonzalez 20, Who Was Studying Abroad Becomes First American Fatality In Paris Attacks

Nohemi Gonzalez 20, Who Was Studying Abroad Becomes First American Fatality In Paris Attacks

Long Beach, CA…California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) student Nohemi Gonzalez, 20, was killed during the attacks in and around Paris on November 13. Gonzalez, from El Monte, Calif., was a junior studying design. She was in Paris attending Strate College of Design during a semester abroad program. Specific details of her passing are not […]

Patrice Pike & Guitarist Wayne Sutton Return To The Black Bart Tonight

Patrice Pike & Guitarist Wayne Sutton Return To The Black Bart Tonight

Murphys, CA…Award-winning Austin singer/songwriter Patrice Pike and stellar guitarist Wayne Sutton return to the Bart for only the second time since recording the highly regarded “Live at the Brushwood Lounge” here back in 2003. One of our favorites, Michael McNevin, opens the show. Advance tickets available in Murphys at Sustenance, in Angels at Aeolian Harp, […]

Death Toll Rises To 130 In Paris Terror Attacks. State Of Emergency Declared In France!

Paris, FR…The death toll so far has risen to an estimated 130 including a large number killed in the theatre that was attacked. A total of 6 separate attacks including suicide bombers who blew themselves up near a soccer stadium. President delivered a brief statement earlier which is below. Below President Obama’s video statement is […]

Vehicle Accident 26 and Barney West Point

Vehicle Accident 26 and Barney West Point

West Point Ca CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a vehicle roll over due to black ice. Please use caution when driving these cold Winter mornings. Incident: 00109 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: Barney Way / Sr26 Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.389537 -120.525863 Detail Information 8:53 AM 4 [6] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1179-Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt to […]

Spectre Review: Ghosts of Agents Past ~ By Brett Bunge (Spoiler Alert)

Spectre Review: Ghosts of Agents Past ~ By Brett Bunge (Spoiler Alert)

Hollywood, CA…“The dead are alive,” declares the opening title card (a first in the franchise), for Spectre. It’s a running theme throughout the twenty-fourth official James Bond film, over which the shadow of Bond’s legacy looms large. More so than any of the previous films, particularly in the Daniel Craig era, this new story tries […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – November 13 to November 21

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – November 13 to November 21

Arnold, CA…“The Schedule” is published every Thursday by the Bear’s Lair and includes everything happening from Murphys to Markleeville.  For more detailed info visit The Schedule.  Please come by and pick one up or contact Bear’s Lair at info@epvc.org to have your event included in “The Schedule.”    The Schedule Murphys to Markleeville November 13 – November 21 Ongoing […]

Soulsbyville Woman Injures Man With Her BMW

Soulsbyville Woman Injures Man With Her BMW

Soulsbyville, CA…A Soulsbyville woman backed her 2001 BMW into a Soulsbyville man who was sitting on her rear bumper. He suffered abrasions to his hands and arms. He also complained of pain to his ribs and hip. She was not injured…. He was treated at Sonora Regional Medical Center. She was not injured.

Vehicle Accident Hwy 49 and Gold Strike Road

Vehicle Accident Hwy 49 and Gold Strike Road

San Andreas Ca CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a vehicle accident on Gold Strike Road off Hwy 49 . San Andreas Fire is on scene. Incident: 00062 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Gold Strike Rd / Sr49 Loc Desc: 2101 GOLD STRIKE Lat/Lon: 38.228514 -120.704155 Vehicle Vs Bridge Railing per Chief 160 on scene. Require […]

Changes In TCU Allowable Burn Hours With Permit

Changes In TCU Allowable Burn Hours With Permit

San Andreas, CA…Effective Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 8 a.m. burn hours will no longer be limited to the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Burning will be allowed, with a valid burn permit, during all hours on permissive burn days. It is your responsibility to check burn day status by calling your local […]

Inmate Death at Kern Valley State Prison Being Investigated as Homicide

Inmate Death at Kern Valley State Prison Being Investigated as Homicide

Delano, CA…The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is investigating as a potential homicide the death of an inmate Wednesday morning at Kern Valley State Prison (KVSP). Inmate Gustavo Vital, 34, was found unresponsive in his cell at 1:50 a.m. Nov. 11. Staff immediately began lifesaving measures, and an ambulance was called. Vital succumbed […]

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials November 4 – November 10. Order Your Diestel Turkey

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials November 4 – November 10.  Order Your Diestel Turkey

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 Weekly Specials Through November 17. Only two weeks […]

Overturned Cement Truck Stevenot Bridge Calaveras Side – Road Open

Overturned Cement Truck Stevenot Bridge Calaveras Side – Road Open

CHP LIVE CAD along with CalFire are reporting a overturned Cement Truck on Hwy 49 near the Stevenot Bridge. Please use caution in the area and prepare for possible traffic delays. UPDATE: 5:38pm Dropped off CHP LIVE CAD. Road Open. Life Flight is on order. This is 1 mile West of the bridge. Confirmed Pin […]

Angels Prepares For Annual Open House and Christmas Parade

Angels Prepares For Annual Open House and Christmas Parade

Angels Camp – Nov. 4, 2015 –The Angels Camp Business Association presents the grand kick-off to local holiday celebrations Saturday, Nov. 28 with the fourth annual Christmas of Angels Open House and Wine Stroll from 4 to 8 p.m. and the 25th annual Holiday Parade beginning at 5 p.m. in historic downtown Angels Camp, rain […]

President Obama Awards Captain Florent A. Groberg, U.S. Army (Ret), the Medal of Honor for Conspicuous Gallantry

Washington, DC…”That’s precisely why we honor heroes like Flo—because on his very worst day, he managed to summon his very best. That’s the nature of courage—not being unafraid, but confronting fear and danger and performing in a selfless fashion. He showed his guts. He showed his training, how he would put it all on the […]

Lisa Merrill Lee 1963 – 2015

Lisa Merrill Lee 1963 – 2015

Arnold, CA…Lisa Merrill Lee of Arnold, CA became one of God’s angels on October 27, 2015 after a short battle with cancer. She was 52 years old. She was born on April 28, 1963 in Berwyn, Illinois and moved to California when she was six years old. She grew up in Concord, CA. While living […]

Sheriff Volunteers Help At Veteran’s Day Parade

Sheriff Volunteers Help At Veteran’s Day Parade

Copperopolis, CA…Under the coordination of Acting Sgt. Ed Evans, Lt. Ed Anderson, Sgt. Ralph Carlascio, Sgt. Aurora Weatherby, David Aguilar, Louis Chiu, Kathy Martin, Ron Parker and Rudy Silberbauer of the Calaveras County Sheriff Volunteer Unit provided traffic control at the Veteran’s Day Parade in Copperopolis Wednesday. The Parade was well attended by local residents […]

Vehicle Accident Hwy 26 and Red Corral Road

Vehicle Accident Hwy 26 and Red Corral Road

West Point Ca CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a vehicle accident North of West point on Hwy 26 near Red Corral Rd. Please use caution in the area.  This is down near the bridge over the Mokelumne River. Incident: 00077 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr26 / Red Corral Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.422906 -120.541320 […]

Fall Fashions at The Clothes Mine in Angels Camp!

Fall Fashions at The Clothes Mine in Angels Camp!

Angels Camp, CA….Come see our newest arrivals, just in time for the chilly weather. We have cozy vests, soft sweaters, gloves, hats and scarves! Stop in and see us in historic downtown Angels Camp. We are open everyday from 10am-6pm, or give us a call at 209-890-7532. We look forward to seeing you! ABOUT US […]

Bear Valley Opening Day Scheduled for Saturday, November 28

Bear Valley Opening Day Scheduled for Saturday, November 28

Bear Valley, CA…Recent storms have provided an ideal snow base for Bear Valley to kick off the 2015‐16 winter season Saturday, November 28. Lifts will start turning at 9 a.m. and guests will have the opportunity to enjoy an entire weekend of skiing, snowboarding and family activities. The most recent weather system brought more than 12 inches to Bear Valley, totaling more than 25 inches for the season. Additional snow making on the mountain covering 100 acres of terrain has started and another expected weather system will have the destination in terrific condition for opening day. “We’ve been out packing snow throughout the mountain to ensure great coverage and a solid base.  Meanwhile temperatures have become great for snow  making,” said Mattly Trent, Director of Guest Safety for Bear Valley. “Winter has been shaping up nicely here in Bear Valley and we’re excited about opening over Thanksgiving weekend.” Winterfest at Bear Valley kicks off Thursday, November 26 with a Thanksgiving Dinner prepared by Bear Valley Executive Chef Bob Mason.  The weekend will continue with a brand new backcountry film on Friday. November 27.  The weekend includes live music, a bonfire, open house events and great deals at Reba […]

Skyline Bear Valley Promotes Andrea Young To General Manager Of Resort Operations

Skyline Bear Valley Promotes Andrea Young To General Manager Of Resort Operations

Bear Valley, CA…Skyline Bear Valley today announced that Andrea Young has been appointed general manager. The change in management comes as Skyline prepares for the advent of the 2015 ‐ 16 season, projected to open the weekend after Thanksgiving, November 28, 2015. As the new general manager Young brings a vast array of ski industry experience that spans 25 years across all aspect of mountain operation including resort  management, human resources, guest services, marketing, risk management, administration, hotel operations, and food and beverage… “I am thrilled by the opportunity to apply my years of ski industry experience and intimate knowledge of Bear Valley  to the […]

Butte Fire Reality The Ongoing Struggle Of Survival

Butte Fire Reality The Ongoing Struggle Of Survival

Mountain Ranch Ca This story is brought to you the reader here with the permission of the of the original writer Ms Katie Clark a long time resident of Calaveras County.  This is the Butte Fire Reality of the hardships many are facing at this time with in the Burn Scar and those still outside […]

General Pheasant Hunting Opener Nears

General Pheasant Hunting Opener Nears

Sacramento Ca The second weekend of November brings a popular tradition for many families in California – the opening of pheasant season. Although the overall wild pheasant population has been decreasing in recent years and the number of shoot days have been reduced on some wildlife areas, opportunities are still available on state-managed lands. The […]