Slink Fire Burns Its Way to 8,300 Acres & Growing. Hwy 395 Closed from Topaz to Walker.

Slink Fire Burns Its Way to 8,300 Acres & Growing.  Hwy 395 Closed from Topaz to Walker.

Coleville, CA. September 1st, 2020– The Slink Fire, influenced by dry fuels, topography and winds, made a significant run towards the towns of Walker and Coleville yesterday afternoon. Fire behavior moderated somewhat overnight but continued to grow and evacuations and road closures all remain in effect. The fire is currently estimated at 8,300 acres and […]

Juvenile Located Safe & Suspect Who Abducted Child in Arnold Arrested in Nevada & In Custody

Juvenile Located Safe & Suspect Who Abducted Child in Arnold Arrested in Nevada & In Custody

San Andreas, CA…Rebecca Boyett was arrested by the Churchill County Sheriff’s Office (State of Nevada) on August 31, 2020 at approximately 10:00pm. The child (Selene) was located in the company of Rebecca and was taken into protective custody by Nevada authorities. The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office is working with the Calaveras County District Attorney’s Office […]

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening in San Andreas Give Your Dirt Some Love! (Open for Your Essential Equipment Needs)

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening in San Andreas  Give Your Dirt Some Love! (Open for Your Essential Equipment Needs)

San Andreas, CA…A-1 has been Serving Calaveras county, central California valley and surrounding areas since 2007. They offer full service repair and sales of tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, logsplitters, generators and rototillers. In addition, they provide sharpening service for chainsaws, mower blades and circular saw blades. They are located at 660 E. St. Charles St, […]

Slink Fire Roars to 6,500 Acres, Hwy 395 Closed, Town of Walker Evacuated, Emigrant Wilderness Threatened

Slink Fire Roars to 6,500 Acres, Hwy 395 Closed, Town of Walker Evacuated, Emigrant Wilderness Threatened

Bridgeport, CA. August 31st, 2020– Influenced by dry fuels, topography and winds, the Slink Fire made a substantial run towards the towns of Walker and Coleville at approximately 3 p.m. this afternoon. The fire has grown to 6,500 acres, with 5% containment. Click the above image for a full sized photo of the Slink Fire […]

California Statewide Fire Summary August 31, 2020

California Statewide Fire Summary August 31, 2020

Sacramento, CA…Over 16,000 firefighters continue to battle 18 major fires and lightning complexes across California. Firefighters continue to make good progress with increased containment figures on all of the fires, and even full containment on two of the large wildfires. As progress is made, many of the evacuation orders have been lifted or downgraded. However, nearly 40,000 […]

The Slink Fire Above Coleville Grows to 5,200 Acres & 5% Contained

The Slink Fire Above Coleville Grows to 5,200 Acres & 5% Contained

Bridgeport, CA. August 31st 2020– The Slink Fire, located in the Slinkard Valley two miles west of Coleville, California, saw another active night last night. Around 6 p.m., fire behavior and activity increased, especially on the south end of the fire near the Rodriguez Flat area, burning in heavier fuels. Also on the south end, […]

CHP Helicopter Rescues Hiker Near Bear Lake

CHP Helicopter Rescues Hiker Near Bear Lake

Pinecrest, CA…Yesterday morning a hiker was suffering from significant medical complications near Bear Lake in Tuolumne County. He activated a SPOT Device (GPS location beacon) alerting Search and Rescue of his need for assistance. CHP Helicopter (H-20) quickly located the hiker, landing nearby. Paramedic Hallam began treating the hiker and loaded him into H-20, before […]

Patrick Rueda, 50 Passed Away in Motorcycle Accident on Hwy 26

Patrick Rueda, 50 Passed Away in Motorcycle Accident on Hwy 26

Mokelumne Hill, CA…On August 29, 2020, at approximately 1138 hours, the Stockton Communications Center received a call of a traffic collision involving a solo motorcycle on State Route 26, near Sport Hill Road in the Mokelumne Hill area. Officers from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) San Andreas Area Office responded to the scene and discovered […]

Mornings with the One Percent™ Live Weekdays 7-10am, This Morning’s Replays are Below

Mornings with the One Percent™ Live Weekdays 7-10am, This Morning’s Replays are Below

Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings from 7-10am. The premise for the show is that the USDA ranked all 3,142 counties or county equivalents in the USA on a livability or desirability scale based on factors such as climate, scenic beauty, bodies of water for recreation, humidity and much more. All […]

CCWD Holding Highway 4 Reach 1 Water Pipeline Replacement Outreach Meetings

CCWD Holding Highway 4 Reach 1 Water Pipeline Replacement Outreach Meetings

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District is approaching the finish line for its Reach 1 pipeline project on Highway 4 between Murphys and Avery. Reach 1 is a critical water transmission facility starting at CCWD’s treatment plant on Hunter Dam Road and ending east of Forest Meadows near Murphys. The original steel pipeline, installed […]

President Trump in Emergency Operations Briefing in Lake Charles, LA

President Trump in Emergency Operations Briefing in Lake Charles, LA

Lake Charles, Louisiana…Well, thank you very much, everybody. And I’m here to support the great people of Louisiana. It’s been a tremendous state for me. I love the people. We’ve had a good relationship right from the beginning. It’s very important that I was here. And already met some people that have been absolutely devastated. […]

Slink Fire Above Coleville Swells to 4,760 Acres & 5% Containment

Slink Fire Above Coleville Swells to 4,760 Acres & 5% Containment

Coleville CA…The Slink Fire burning above Coleville has swelled to 4,760 acres with only 5% containment. If you are wondering where the smoke filling our area is coming form this is the culprit. From the Antelope Valley Fire Dept…”The Slink Fire was reported on August 29th at 6 p.m. in the Slinkard Valley southwest of […]

Traffic Update….Honda vs Jeep Near Sr108 / Obyrnes Ferry Rd

Traffic Update….Honda vs Jeep Near Sr108 / Obyrnes Ferry Rd

Jamestown, CA…Traffic Update….Honda vs Jeep Near Sr108 / Obyrnes Ferry Rd. Incident: 00393 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr108 / Obyrnes Ferry Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.885417 -120.499140 Detail Information 5:45 PM 1 [1] WHI HOND CIV VS BLK JEEP (NEG INSURANCE – SPAINISH SPEAKERS) Unit Information 5:46 PM 9 Unit Assigned 5:46 PM 8 […]

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision near Phoenix Lake Rd / Winters Rock Rd

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision near Phoenix Lake Rd / Winters Rock Rd

Sonora, CA…Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision near Phoenix Lake Rd / Winters Rock Rd Incident: 00359 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Phoenix Lake Rd / Winters Rock Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.012964 -120.291406 Detail Information 4:41 PM 5 [7] 1039 TUOLSO 1141 4:41 PM 4 [6] 1039 CDF 4:40 PM 3 [3] PASSING VEHS HITTING DEBRIS […]

Portland Police Investigating Homicide Possibly Between Protesters in Portland. Mayor’s Press Conference Below

Portland Police Investigating Homicide Possibly Between Protesters in Portland.  Mayor’s Press Conference Below

Portland, OR…The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) Homicide Unit has concluded its on scene investigation at Southwest 3rd Avenue and Southwest Alder Street and the street is reopened. However, a great deal of work remains to be done. Homicide detectives are aware of videos circulating on social media that show the shooting. It is important for […]

Senator Andreas Borgeas on the Passing of Senator Tom Berryhill

Senator Andreas Borgeas on the Passing of Senator Tom Berryhill

Sacramento, CA…Senator Andreas Borgeas (R-Fresno) issued the following statement upon learning of the solemn news of Senator Tom Berryhill’s passing: “Our community has lost a giant. Tom Berryhill led a dedicated life of service to his community both in the California Legislature and the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors,” said Senator Borgeas. “Tom was my […]

Senate Republican Leader Grove on Passing of Former Republican Senator Tom Berryhill

Senate Republican Leader Grove on Passing of Former Republican Senator Tom Berryhill

Sacramento, CA…Senate Republican Leader Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) released the following statement on the recent passing of former Republican Senator Tom Berryhill: “I am saddened to learn about the passing of my friend Tom Berryhill who was a true statesman, a small business owner, and a farmer from Calaveras County. Business and farm groups considered Tom […]

BLM Enhances Fire Restrictions to Ban Open Flames & Target Shooting for Rest of Fire Season

BLM Enhances Fire Restrictions to Ban Open Flames & Target Shooting for Rest of Fire Season

El Dorado Hill, CA…The Bureau of Land Management Mother Lode Field Office is increasing fire restrictions and temporary target shooting limitations for BLM-managed public lands in the Sierra Nevada foothills effective Aug. 27, due to high fire danger. These seasonal restrictions are in addition to the year-round statewide fire prevention order, issued on April 28, […]

Late Summer at Lake Alpine

Late Summer at Lake Alpine

Lake Alpine, CA…As our summer visitors ranks start to thin it is the perfect time to take a visit to our local high country. Temps are still warm and you can actually find parking spots, have a great time and have a picnic or get a meal. This video and photos were taken just before […]

“Our Roots Run Deep” in Calaveras Wine Country! Safely Visit our Wineries & Restaurants!

“Our Roots  Run Deep” in Calaveras Wine Country!  Safely Visit our Wineries & Restaurants!

Murphys, CA…Our Winery and Restaurant Members are serving customers during containment of the Coronavirus in a variety of ways. Find current Wine options HERE and current Restaurant options HERE.  Stay healthy and hydrated Calaveras Wine Community.  The Calaveras wine community invites you to discover our hand-crafted wines and unique varietals at 35+ family-run tasting rooms. Calaveras County is […]

The 27th Annual Calaveras County Grape Stomp! Backyard Edition-September 27, 2020, Register Today!

The 27th Annual Calaveras County Grape Stomp!  Backyard Edition-September 27, 2020, Register Today!

Murphys, CA…Celebrating 27th Annual Calaveras County Grape Stomp. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to stomp in the First of Its Kind “Virtual Grape Stomp”. Pick your Stomp Team Name, Get Registered, Pickup your Virtual Grape Stomp Kits, Get your Backyard Setup & HAVE FUN!     2020 CALAVERAS COUNTY VIRTUAL GRAPE STOMP: BACKYARD […]

Get Ready for the Huge Labor Day Weekend Sale at BVAC!!

Get Ready for the Huge Labor Day Weekend Sale at BVAC!!

Bear Valley, CA…We had the pleasure to spend a few minutes with Bear Valley Adventure Company General Manager Aaron Johnson. It has been a very, very busy summer in our local high country. There are still lakes to be paddled and bikes to be peddled before the summer toys a are put away or sold […]

Shop, Click & Deliver with Express Purchase from Sonora Ford

Shop, Click & Deliver with Express Purchase from Sonora Ford

Sonora, CA…Sonora Ford COVID-19 – Update…As our communities continue to feel the increased impact of Coronavirus, we feel it is important to share with you what we are doing to help keep people safe and healthy. Please be assured we have protocols in place, and are following CDC and local public health official’s recommendations. As […]