San Andreas, CA…One of the big, if not the biggest, item last night was that local contractors and crews are encouraged to take part in the Butte Fire debris clean up. With clean up crews spread over Lake Fire and other incidents besides the Butte Fire they are in need of local contractors and crews […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be promoting the importance of early detection of breast cancer, followed by prompt treatment, saves lives. The entire community is invited to participate in the annual ‘Pink in the Night’ opening ceremony October 1st, in Valley Springs at the Terrace’s (Common Grounds) at 7:00pm. All those who […]
San Andreas, CA…We are at the Butte Fire Community Meeting at San Andreas Town Hall. It is filled and overflowing with people who have lost homes and property in the fire. We are recording the meeting for those who could not make it. This is a very sad, sobering, meeting. Representatives from Cal OES, CalRecycle […]
Sacramento Ca. The Mendota Wildlife Area in Fresno County is refining its process of allowing the entry of reservation-holding waterfowl hunters during the upcoming hunting season. Mendota Wildlife Area was one of the few wildlife areas in California still using a system in which hunters lined up their vehicles on a first-come, first-serve basis, regardless […]
Sacramento Ca. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is offering a number of special hunt opportunities for young hunters, women, families and mobility-impaired hunters this fall and winter. All hunt opportunities are now listed on CDFW’s website. Applications for all October hunts are due by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 30. October hunt […]
Groveland Ca. The Tennis Court and Mailhouse near Pine Mountain Drive and Rock Canyon Way were recently vandalized. Recently the Tennis Court entry lock was super-glued shut and several mailbox locks at the Rock Canyon Mailhouse were super-glued as well. The damage is costly and the matter is currently under investigation. Affected members should report […]
San Andreas, CA…Following the devastating Butte Fire, many of the displaced Calaveras and Amador County residents are seeking help and guidance regarding steps they can take to begin rebuilding their lives. In an effort to provide advice and answer questions, a town hall meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at the San Andreas Town Hall, located at 24 Church […]
Sacramento, CA…The Federal Emergency Management Agency added Calaveras County for individual assistance to the State of California’s recent disaster declaration for those survivors recovering from the Butte Fire that occurred September 9, 2015, and continuing. Anyone impacted by the Butte Fire in Calaveras County should immediately register your household for FEMA by calling FEMA’s toll-free […]
Murphys, CA…This is a question I often asked my first son when he was an infant. I asked it in a sweet voice, I asked it in a pleading voice, I asked it in an angry voice, but no matter how many times I asked, he never gave me the answer. I can remember the […]
San Andreas, CA…The Damage Assessment team is continuing to work diligently and has re-classified the structures destroyed to a more accurate estimate. Fire behavior remained minimal within the fire perimeter. Firefighters continue mop-up operations to increase containment lines. Complete details are below… Donations may be sent to the Foundation at PO Box 1436, Angels Camp, […]
San Andreas, CA…Evacuations Advisories have been lifted in the following areas, effective Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 7:00 AM: All remaining areas under Evacuation Advisory on the Butte Fire have been lifted. There are NO further Mandatory Evacuations, Evacuation Advisories, or road closures. Additional information regarding the Butte Fire can be found on www.fire.ca.gov
San Andreas, CA…Butte Fire Recovery, Town Hall Meeting – San Andreas Town Hall – 9/24. Town Hall Meeting for Butte Fire Victims: Town Hall, San Andreas – Thursday, 9/24/2015 – 6:00 PM. Burn Debris assessment, removal, disposal and certification. Storm water runoff treatments on public and private lands affected by the fire. Health and human […]
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 September 25 – October 3 Ongoing […]
Calaveras Humane Society’s annual Black Cat-a-thon Special is underway and will be over soon! During the month of September the adoption donation for “Parlor Panthers” who are black or mostly black is significantly reduced! Our black cats will be off the market for the month of October to avoid any associations with Halloween, so this […]
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 Click Above For Their Weekly Savings. Do you […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA… My husband and I live in Mokelumne Hill, CA and own a small 5 acre farm called Angry Serb Farms. We have sheep, goats, turkeys, two sweet livestock guardian dogs and three hogs…two of which are very very pregnant. On Thursday, September 10th, we spent our 12 year anniversary being rescued by […]
Sacramento Ca. National Hunting and Fishing Day will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 26. In conjunction with this annual observance, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) reminds Californians of the plentiful opportunities to enjoy hunting and fishing in the state and commends them for their commitment to conservation. “California’s anglers and hunters play […]
Copperopolis, CA…We still have room for Harvest Festival & Pumpkin Patch Vendors happening next Sunday, October 4th, 10am-4pm! Please email Kim at khamilton@castlecooke.com or call 209.786.9700. No charge for booth space.
Copperopolis, CA…If you are interested in having a table and passing out candy at Copperopolis Town Square’s Annual Trick or Treat Street, please email Kim at k.hamilton@castlecooke.com or call 209.785.9700. We would love to have you!! This is one of our biggest community events for the kids!
Jamestown, CA…Felimon Santos from Mountain House was arrested after a high speed chase that ended when he laid his motorcycle down. Today at approximately 1:27pm, CHP Officer McDaniel observed a red motorcycle traveling in excess of the posted 55 mph speed limit, eastbound on SR-120 east of La Grange Road. Officer McDaniel attempted to stop […]
Murphys, CA…Dear Friends and Supporters of the Concours d’Elegance at Ironstone Vineyards. First and foremost I wanted to let you all know that after a very brave fire fight by so many fire men and women the Butte Fire in under control and the sky’s are clear. The staff at Ironstone has been working on […]
San Andreas Ca. CHP LIVE CAD is reporting a Vehicle Roll Over at Hwy 49 and Poole Station Road in San Andres. Please use caution in the area. Incident: 00187 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Pool Station Rd / Sr49 Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.201210 -120.692741 Detail Information 12:43 PM 2 [2] DRIVER OUT OO VEH […]
San Andreas, CA…The Damage Assessment team is continuing to work diligently and has re-classified the structures destroyed to a more accurate estimate. Fire behavior remained minimal within the fire perimeter. Firefighters continue mop-up operations to increase containment lines. Smoke may continue to impact the affected fire areas and surrounding communities. Donations may be sent to […]
Sonora, CA…Yesterday afternoon a 71 year old Sonoa man lost his life in a fire that broke out after his Jeep was involved in an accident. The vehicle was stopped in a driveway on Red Harbor Dr. For unknown reasons the vehicle rolled backwards down the steep driveway. The vehicle rolled southbound across Red Heather […]
Strawberry, CA…On September 21st a 74 year old San Marcos man was driving eastbound on SR-108 west of Georges Dr. at an unknown speed in a left hand bend in the roadway. For an unknown reason he allowed his 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee to veer to the right, off the roadway, and down a dirt/grass […]
Mountain Ranch Ca. Fresh off the Official Servers this morning with a Map of the planned Repair Areas that need attention and the Over Night Infrared Heat Perimeter Map with Heat Detection with in the Perimeter. Tap and Expand Images for the full view and the Map Legends. Heat Perimeter Infrared Over Night Flight KML […]
Angels Camp, CA….Tonight was a Butte Fire Community Meeting held at Bret Harte High School. This meeting was an overview of the fire from start until now. Video
Twain Harte Ca. CHP LIVE CAD ids reporting a Vehicle Roll Over at the Black Oak Casino. Please use caution in the area for the next few hours. Incident: 00801 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: 0 Black Oak Rd Loc Desc: Black Oak Lat/Lon: 37.971309 -120.278707 Detail Information 6:25 PM 7 [16] PER FIRE 1182 […]
Sonora Ca. CalFire Crews along with Tuolumne County resources are working a 3 acre Vegetation Fire in the vicinity of Spanish Grant Rd and Red Heather Dr. Please use caution in the area as resources work this incident. Incident: 00574 Type: Fatality Location: Longeway Rd / Spanish Grant Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.000756 -120.266989 Detail […]
San Andreas, CA…Firefighters battling the Butte Fire have pushed the containment to 80% The number of homes lost held steady and the number of damaged and destroyed structures is currently under review with FEMA. Fire behavior remained minimal within the fire perimeter. Firefighters continue mop-up operations to increase containment lines. Smoke may continue to impact […]
