Governor Brown Hosts 85th Annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Governor Brown Hosts 85th Annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. and First Lady Anne Gust Brown hosted the 85th Annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony this evening on the West Steps of the State Capitol. “It’s that special time of the year – Christmas,” said Governor Brown. “It reminds us of the time of peace, forgiveness and good times.” […]

Justice Department Clears Alaska Air Group’s Acquisition Of Virgin America

Justice Department Clears Alaska Air Group’s Acquisition Of Virgin America

Seattle, WA…The Antitrust Division of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) today completed its review and approved Alaska Air Group’s (NYSE: ALK) acquisition of Virgin America (NASDAQ: VA). Alaska Air Group is the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries, Inc. “We couldn’t be more excited about receiving DOJ clearance for […]

Beautiful Bengal Named Simba Looking For A Home

Beautiful Bengal Named Simba Looking For A Home

San Andreas, CA…Anyone searching for a wonderful Bengal companion? This talkative, inquisitive breed can make a great addition to the right home. Simba, a 7 to 10 year old neutered male, is available now from Calaveras County Animal Services, and will be at the Calaveras Humane Society’s adoption center in Arnold (at the Calaveras Humane […]

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For December 5th

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For December 5th

San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are attached: CALAVERAS COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE MEDIA BULLETIN Monday, December 5, 2016 00:43 Disturbance 1612050002 Occurred on Main St, Murphys. Verbal altercation, subjects gone on arrival. . Disposition: No Report Taken. 01:02 Disturbance 1612050004 Occurred on Rose St, Valley Springs. Verbal altercation, unfounded. […]

Charming Historic 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Home Near Downtown Angels Camp…Only $249,000

Charming Historic 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Home Near Downtown Angels Camp…Only $249,000

Angels Camp, CA…Charming 4/2 near Historic Downtown Angels Camp. Recent improvements: exterior/interior paint; carpet/flooring in most rooms. Older improvements: perimeter foundation (80’s); approx. 800 sq. ft addition and throughout house (abs sewage; copper water lines; updated electrical wiring and gas lines); central heat/air all in (90’s). Most rooms 10 ft. ceilings; sun room; formal dining; […]

Help Bring A Shelter Animal Home For The Paw-lidays

Help Bring A Shelter Animal Home For The Paw-lidays

San Andreas, CA…$15 dog and cat adoptions sponsored by the Friends of Calaveras Animal Services (FOCAS) during the month of December. Includes spay or neuter and microchip. Adopters to pay additional dog license fee. Help bring a shelter animal home for the paw-lidays! Calaveras County Animal Services shelter, 901 Jeff Tuttle Drive, San Andreas. For […]

MTUESD Board Of Education Regular Meeting & The Appointment & Approval Of Board Officers

MTUESD Board Of Education Regular Meeting & The Appointment & Approval Of Board Officers

Angels Camp, CA…The Mark Twain Union Elementary School District is holding a regular meeting Board Of Education meeting on Thursday, December 8th at 5:30 p.m. On the agenda is the appointment and approval of board officers, committees and meeting dates. The meeting will take place at the MTUESD Board Room located at 981 Tuolumne Ave […]

Don’t Miss The 13th Annual Wintersports History Night

Don’t Miss The 13th Annual Wintersports History Night

Bear Valley, CA…The Ebbetts Pass Historical Association will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our beautiful ski area by hosting the 13th Annual Wintersports History Night on Saturday, December 10, 7pm at the Bear Valley Lodge. The mechanics, shop workers, equipment operators, and groomers will be honored this year. The Peter Brinkman Award will be presented […]

What’s Happening In Murphys This Week – December 5 Through 15, 2016

What’s Happening In Murphys This Week – December 5 Through 15, 2016

Murphys, CA…Planning to spend a Saturday shopping in Murphys, try out the new Saturday Hopper bus service running between Valley Springs and Murphys. Thank you to all the volunteers and participants who helped with this year’s Open House and Parade…we couldn’t do it without you. A special thanks to Jenny Baxter who has organized our […]

Delays On SR 26 County Line To SR 88

Delays On SR 26 County Line To SR 88

Amador County, CA… The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 26 (SR-26) from the Calaveras/Amador County line to SR-88 for tree work. Work will begin Monday, December 5, 2016, through Thursday, December 8, 2016, from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Motorists should expect 10 minute […]

Traffic Control On SR 4 From Batten Road To Meko Drive

Traffic Control On SR 4 From Batten Road To Meko Drive

Calaveras County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 4 from Batten Road in Vallecito to Meko Drive in Camp Connell for tree work. Crews will begin work on Monday, December 5, 2016, through Friday, December 9, 2016, from 6:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Motorists […]

Delays On SR 49 From Clinton Road To South Avenue In Jackson

Delays On SR 49 From Clinton Road To South Avenue In Jackson

Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close the right and left turn lanes and right and left shoulders on northbound and southbound State Route 49 (SR-49) from Clinton Road to South Avenue in Jackson for utility work. Work will begin Monday, December 5, 2016, through Friday, December 9, 2016, from 7:00 a.m. […]

Traffic Control On SR 88 From Court Street To Amador & Alpine County Line

Traffic Control On SR 88 From Court Street To Amador & Alpine County Line

Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform various road construction activities on State Route 88 (SR-88). Work will occur as follows: One-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound SR-88 from Court Street to Silver Drive for grinding and paving operations beginning Monday, December 5, 2016, through Friday, December 9, 2016, from 8:00 […]

The President On Deadly Oakland Fire

The President On Deadly Oakland Fire

Washington, DC…Today our prayers go out to the people of Oakland, California in the aftermath of this weekend’s deadly warehouse fire – one of the worst fires in the state’s history. While we still don’t know the full toll of this disaster, we do know that an American community has been devastated, and many people […]

Traffic Control On SR 120 From Old Priest Grade To Yosemite National Park

Traffic Control On SR 120 From Old Priest Grade To Yosemite National Park

Tuolumne County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 120 from Old Priest Grade to the Yosemite National Park boundary for tree work. One-way traffic control will be in effect Sunday, December 4, 2016, through Friday, December 9, 2016, from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. […]

Traffic Control On SR 108 From Lyons Dam Road To Strawberry East

Traffic Control On SR 108 From Lyons Dam Road To Strawberry East

Tuolumne County, CA… The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 108 from Lyons Dam Road to Strawberry East for tree work. One-way traffic control will be in effect Monday, December 5, 2016, through Friday, December 9, 2016, from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Motorists should […]

Highway Closure On SR 120 At James E. Roberts Bridge

Highway Closure On SR 120 At James E. Roberts Bridge

Tuolumne County, CA… The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close eastbound and westbound State Route 120 at the James E. Roberts Bridge in Tuolumne County for bridge work. Access to the bridge is prohibited Monday, December 5, 2016, through Friday, December 9, 2016, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. Detours are in place and […]

Mother Lode Youth Symphony Winter Concert

Mother Lode Youth Symphony Winter Concert

San Andreas, CA… Mother Lode Youth Symphony is pleased to announce their winter concert on December 11th at 2pm at the beautiful Calaveras High School Performing Arts Center. This years group of talented young musicians will play from family favorites and classical pieces. Admission is free although donations are accepted,and there will be refreshments and […]

Great Gift Ideas At The Clothes Mine!

Great Gift Ideas At The Clothes Mine!

Angels Camp, CA…Let us help you start checking those names of your list! We have cozy scarves, gloves and hand warmers. We are open everyday, and gift wrapping is complimentary! We are located at 220 South Main Street next to the Angels Camp Medical Clinic. Stop by or give us a call at 209.890.7532. We […]

Senator Gaines Introduces Bill To Help California Veterans In Bonus Repayment Fiasco

Senator Gaines Introduces Bill To Help California Veterans In Bonus Repayment Fiasco

Sacramento, CA…Senator Ted Gaines (R-El Dorado) today introduced legislation that will help California National Guard veterans caught in the bonus repayment fiasco get financial justice from the federal government. “I’m not going to sit back and see these veterans victimized,” said Senator Gaines. “The state needs to step up and make sure they get every […]

Manzanita Arts Emporium Winter Classes Sparkle With Inspiration

Manzanita Arts Emporium Winter Classes Sparkle With Inspiration

Angels Camp, CA…Celebrating its first year as Angels Camp’s creative community center, Manzanita Arts Emporium offers new classes that appeal to the diversity of literary and visual arts interests in our region. MAE’s commitment to its ongoing support for the region’s arts development has resulted in a winter calendar of events and classes. From Left […]

Lost Female Chocolate Lab Around Mountain Ranch

Lost Female Chocolate Lab Around Mountain Ranch

Mountain Ranch, CA…Please help bring Indica home. She’s very loving, probably scared. She was wearing a red dog sweater, no collar or harness. Animal Name Indica Female Dog Breed Chocolate Lab City Mountain Ranch Neighborhood or street East Murray Creek Rd. Date 11/29/16 Brown hair, approx. 65lbs., yellow eyes, white spot on chest, was wearing […]