Yosemite Institutes Fire Restrictions

Yosemite Institutes Fire Restrictions

Yosemite, CA…Yosemite National Park is experiencing high fire danger, along with continued hot and dry weather patterns. Due to current and predicted fire conditions and fire behavior, the Superintendent of Yosemite National Park implemented Stage 1 Fire Restrictions until further notice. By order of the Superintendent Yosemite National Park and under authority of Title 36, […]

Traffic Update…Non-Injury Overturned Vehicle Incident On Poole Station

Traffic Update…Non-Injury Overturned Vehicle Incident On Poole Station

San Andreas, CA…Earlier this morning a vehicle overturned about 2 miles in from Hwy 49 on Poole Station. The involved made arrangements to have the damaged evidence of their off road misadventures removed from the scene. Incident: 00063 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Pool Station Rd / Sr49 Loc Desc: 2 MILES IN Lat/Lon: 38.201210 […]

WWII Veteran Robert Dean Kincanon 1922 – 2016

WWII Veteran Robert Dean Kincanon 1922 – 2016

San Andreas, CA…Dean was born in Waterford, CA on July 4th, 1922 and passed away peacefully on June 29, 2016 at Avalon Healthcare with Wanda & Lance Oneto by his side. He attended Oakdale High School. After school he entered the Army where he was a member of the 45th Tank Battalion in WWII driving […]

The 28th Annual Murphys Gold Rush Street Faire is October 1st, 2016! Reserve Your Booth Space!!

The 28th Annual Murphys Gold Rush Street Faire is October 1st, 2016!  Reserve Your Booth Space!!

Murphys, CA…One of two major fundraising events hosted by Feeney Park. Your participation supports youth athletics, a skate park, a disc golf course and many happy dog walks. Now accepting applications from artists, and non-profits interested in joining a fun festive day with public attendance expected at 9,000! Tow simultaneous events, the Street Faire and […]

It’s Homecoming Weekend In Murphys

It’s Homecoming Weekend In Murphys

Murphys, CA…July 15 to July 24, 2016 – Measure for Measure at the Black Bart Playhouse – Call 209-728-8422 for tickets and information. July 13, 2016 – Locals Night at the Milliaire Tasting Room with Fresh Perception – Live music and wine by the bottle or the glass – You don’t have to be a […]

Three Injured In Early Morning Explosion

Three Injured In Early Morning Explosion

Vallecito, CA…We would like to than Sgt. Josh Crabtree from the Calaveras Bomb Squad (The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit) for spending a few minutes with on scene of an explosion that happened just before 5am this morning that injured three. An approximately 6 inch long explosive device detonated and injured the parties. Two of the […]

Fire Update….Hwy 4 Now Open After 20 Acre Grass Fire

Fire Update….Hwy 4 Now Open After 20 Acre Grass Fire

Copperopolis, Ca….A 20 acre grass fire temporarily closed Hwy 4 in the Copperopolis. Hwy 4 has reopened but there are still localized closures. Residents can get back into homes on Little John but Hodson & Horseshoe are still closed. Let’s be careful out there…. Incident: 00278 Type: Report of Fire Location: Sr4 / Horseshoe Dr […]

Bear Valley Alums Erik Arvidsson & Keely Cashman Nominated For The 2016 – 2017 US Alpine Ski Team

Bear Valley Alums Erik Arvidsson & Keely Cashman Nominated For The 2016 – 2017 US Alpine Ski Team

Park City, UT…The U.S. Alpine Ski Team has announced its nominations for the 2016-17 season. Nominations include those active athletes who qualified based on published selection criteria in the prior season. Each athlete accepting the nomination to U.S. Alpine Ski Team receives a high level of world-class program support, along with access to the USSA […]

Traffic Update….Overturned Vehicle Near Hwy 120 & Hamilton Station Loop

Traffic Update….Overturned Vehicle Near Hwy 120 & Hamilton Station Loop

Groveland, CA…CHP reported an overturned vehicle collision near Hamilton Station Loop Road and Hwy 120. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00491 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Hamilton Station Loop Rd / Sr120 Loc Desc: BUCK MEADOWS 2 MI JSO 120 Lat/Lon: 37.814053 -120.067918 Close Detail Information 3:33 PM 8 [17] 1185 ALREADY CALLED […]

The Revitalized Murphys Homecoming Is July 16th! Don’t Miss It!

The Revitalized Murphys Homecoming Is July 16th!  Don’t Miss It!

Murphys, CA…For many years, Murphys Homecoming was a much anticipated and well-attended annual event. It was a time for residents, their friends from neighboring communities, and the people who had moved away to gather for a Norman Rockwell like day of fun, games, music, picnics, and camaraderie. It was a big deal. In recent years, […]

The Great Calaveras County Cannabis Debate Is Tuesday, July 12, 2016

The Great Calaveras County Cannabis Debate Is Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Murphys, CA…Join us for an Lively Conversation Regarding two November Ballot Measures: Commercial Cannabis Cultivation in Calaveras County. Legalization of Marijuana in California. Proponent for the Calaveras County Measure to Regulate Cannabis Cultivation: Merita Callaway – Calaveras County Supervisor – 1993/2014. Arguing for a County Measure to Ban Commercial Cannabis Cultivation: Bill McManus – Calaveras […]

Another Series Of Master Food Preserving Classes Start On July 13th.

Another Series Of Master Food Preserving Classes Start On July 13th.

Jackson, CA…The Master Food Preservers of Amador/Calaveras Counties will be presenting three more classes in July. July 13th, PRESSURE CANNING, 6:30-8:30pm. FREE Does the thought of using a pressure canner scare you? We will explain how a pressure canner works and the multiple safety features included on every modern canner. Build your confidence in pressure […]

South Africa Travel Workshop Tomorrow

South Africa Travel Workshop Tomorrow

Arnold, CA…Travel Workshop: South Africa. Free Workshop Sponsored by the Arnold Friends of the Library. Maureen Dinnocenzo owner of Above and Beyond Travel will talk about travel to South Africa. She will present a slide show of her trip, as well as share travel and packing tips. Date: Tuesday July 12. Time: 11:00 am Location: […]

Fire Update…Great Work By Ground & Air Firefighters Keep Fire To 5 Acres On Whiskey Slide

Fire Update…Great Work By Ground & Air Firefighters Keep Fire To 5 Acres On Whiskey Slide

Mokelumne Hill, CA…Great work by air and ground units & crews kept a vegetation fire to 5 acres in the Whiskey Slide and Jesus Maria Road area. Let’s be careful out there… Incident: 00262 Type: Report of Fire Location: Whiskey Slide Rd / Jesus Maria Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.289631 -120.598351 Close Detail Information NO […]

Traffic Update….Physical Altercation Near Hwy 4 & Beatrice Drive.

Traffic Update….Physical Altercation Near Hwy 4 & Beatrice Drive.

Cottage Springs, CA….Law enforcement is on scene and an air ambulance has been called for some type of altercation along Hwy 4. A tow truck has been called so at lease one vehicle needs to be removed from the scene. Please use caution in the area. Incident: 00273 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr4 / […]

Don’t Miss Market At The Square Today!!

Don’t Miss Market At The Square Today!!

Copperopolis, CA…Market At The Square Farmers Market. Join us Sunday for a Fabulous Farmers Market 10-3pm! Farm fresh fruits and veggies, Baked Goods, Live music by Nicholas Lefler and much more!! BOUNCE HOUSE, BOB THE BALLOON GUY AND JODY THE FACE PAINTER HERE EVERY SUNDAY!! Copperopolis Olive Oil Company Aly’s Attic Yummy Ha Ha Ice […]

Traffic Update….Fatality On Hwy 108

Traffic Update….Fatality On Hwy 108

Twain Harte, CA….What CHP reported as a property damage only incident has turned fatal. On Hwy 108 near Twain Harte there is a Toyota Pickup vs a GMC Yukon collision. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims friends and family. Let’s be careful out there. Lives can be over or change in an instant. […]

Traffic Update…Overturned Pickup On French Gulch

Traffic Update…Overturned Pickup On French Gulch

Murphys, CA…CHP is reporting an overturned pickup on French Gulch near Falcon Mine Road. There may be injuries in this collision and please use caution in the area… Incident: 00110 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: French Gulch Rd / Fallon Mine Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.138850 -120.495116 Close Detail Information 10:00 AM 3 [4] PER […]

Weekly Address: Standing Together to Stop the Violence

Weekly Address: Standing Together to Stop the Violence

Washington, DC…Although I didn’t know the five police officers who were killed, or the seven who were wounded in Dallas this week – I knew them. They were the folks I grew up with: The boy with the most courage and the most compassion; the man with a brave heart and a generous soul, whose […]

The Big Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Premiere Is July 9 – 16, 2016 At Middleton’s Gold Crown Hallmark

The Big Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Premiere Is July 9 – 16, 2016 At Middleton’s Gold Crown Hallmark

Angels Camp, CA…At this huge event that kicks off the Keepsake Ornament year, you can visit your local Middleton’s Hallmark Gold Crown to get your hands on more than 200 all-new ornaments for the year—including First in Series and Limited Quantity Exclusives. Plus we’ll have lots of offers for Bonus Points and more. Join us […]