James E. Roberts Memorial Bridge Repair Update
Groveland, CA…James E. Roberts Memorial Bridge Repair Update
Railtown 1897 Celebrates Autumn With Special Apple Harvest Activities on October 8
Jamestown, CA…California State Parks, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park (SHP) and the California State Railroad Museum Foundation will host the second annual Apple Harvest Day on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at Railtown 1897 SHP. Apple Harvest Day celebrates the history of apple production in Tuolumne County – which dates back to the early days of […]
Yosemite Fire Update September 13, 2016
Yosemite, CA…Ahwahnee Meadow, Prescribed Fire, The prescribed fire at Ahwahnee Meadow concluded today; a total of 62 acres were successfully completed. Smoke will be present in the area during the next two to four days; fire resources will remain in the area to monitor conditions. The objective of this prescribed burn was ecosystem restoration. Historically, […]
Fire Update….”Old” Fire At 75 Acres & Burning In Beetle Killed Trees
Groveland, CA…Here is the latest Incident Update regarding the Old Fire on the Groveland Ranger District of the Stanislaus National Forest. The fire is 75 acres and burning in beetle-killed trees making fire suppression efforts hazardous for firefighters. The fire is 0% contained at this time.
Fire Update….Vegetation Fire Just South Of Tuolumne County & Possible Fire Near Hermit Valley
Groveland, CA…Firefighters are working a vegetation fire just south of the Rim Fire Scar in the McCauley Ranch area. There are also reports of a possible vegetation fire in the Hermit Valley area off of Hwy 4. Unconfirmed as to the cause but could be lightning strike fires. Let’s be careful out there…we still have […]
The 21st Annual Logging Jamboree Filled White Pines
White Pines, CA…On September 3rd the Sierra Nevada Logging Museum’s 21st Annual Logging Jamboree filled the museum grounds. The sights and sounds took you back to earlier years in the logging industry. The whishing sounds of crosscut saws, axes hitting their targets and the whine of chainsaws of all ages, sizes and power levels. You […]
A Bit Of Fall Has Crept Into Our Temps
Arnold, CA…The first bit of snow fell overnight in the high country as overnight temps have begun to slip into fall like territories in the West Slope of the Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Mostly cloudy. Scattered rain showers and isolated thunderstorms in the morning…then scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs 48 to 63 […]
18th Annual Fall Health Fair Is September 24th At Mark Twain Medical Center
San Andreas, CA..Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be holding its 18th Annual Fall Health Fair on Saturday, September 24th from 7am to noon at the Hospital Campus in San Andreas. “We are once again delighted to provide these needed health and well-being services at a low cost for our community,” said Bob Diehl, Hospital […]
Additions To Caltrans District 10 Weekly Road Report Through September 17th
Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]
Scientists Film Bacteria’s Maneuvers As They Become Impervious To Drugs
Boston, MA….This is the best visualization of the progression of antibiotic bacteria we have ever seen. The following is from the Harvard Medical School that should have all of us cutting back on the antibiotics. “In a creative stroke inspired by Hollywood wizardry, scientists from Harvard Medical School and Technion-Israel Institute of Technology have designed a […]
Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs Through September 11th
San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are enclosed… We Would Like To Thank Signal Service For Sponsoring Our Law Enforcement Category daily_log_09-11-2016 daily_log_09-10-2016 daily_log_09-09-2016 daily_log_09-08-2016 daily_log_09-07-2016 daily_log_09-06-2016 daily_log_09-05-2016 daily_log_09-04-2016 daily_log_09-03-2016 daily_log_09-02-2016 daily_log_09-01-2016 daily_log_08-31-2016 daily_log_08-30-2016 daily_log_08-29-2016 daily_log_08-28-2016 daily_log_08-27-2016 daily_log_08-26-2016 daily_log_08-25-2016 daily_log_08-24-2016
Ahwahnee Meadow Prescribed Burn Now Underway. Yosemite Fire Update
Yosemite, CA…Ignition of the 62 acre prescribed burn at Ahwahnee Meadow began today; a total of 50 acres were completed. The remaining 12 acres will be scheduled for ignition tomorrow morning, Tuesday September 13, 2016. Smoke will be present during burning operations. Smoke, affecting health, is always a consideration in the decision to schedule prescribed […]
Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs Through September 11th
Sonora, CA….The Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs through September 11th are enclosed sheriffs-daily-reports-09-11-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-09-10-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-09-09-2016 sheriffs-deputy-daily-report-09-08-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-09-07-2016 sheriffs-daily-reports-09-06-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-09-05-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-09-04-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-09-03-2016 sheriffs-daily-reports-09-02-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-09-01-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-08-31-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-08-30-2016 sheriffs-daily-report-08-29-2016 sheriffs-report-08282016 sheriffs-report-08272016 sheriffs-report-08262016 sheriffs-daily-report-08-25-2016 sheriffs-daily-reports-08-24-2016
Investigation Underway In Deadly Rail Road Flat Motorhome Fire
Rail Road Flat, CA…On 09-12-16 at about 0750hrs, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a structure fire on the 900 block of Ridge Road in Rail Road Flat. Upon arrival, Deputies observed a fully engulfed motorhome. Calaveras County Fire Investigation Unit and Detectives responded to the motorhome and located a deceased […]
Texas Woman Drowns At Lake Camanche
Valley Springs, CA…On 09/10/16 at about 0015 hours, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office investigated a drowning incident at Lake Camanche Reservoir. Witnesses observed a female swimming with a floatation device in a cove located near the intersection of Arrowhead and Camanche Drive. The woman was observed going under the water and did not resurfaced. Witnesses, […]
Geraldine “Gerry” Wiggins 1923 – 2016
Arnold, CA…Geraldine “Gerry” Wiggins passed peacefully Sept. 4, 2016 in Arnold, CA, the town she called home. Born on June 26, 1923 in Buffalo, NY, she retired to Arnold and lived there for 20 years prior to “coming off the mountain” to be closer to family. She was a long-time member of Ebbetts Pass Moose […]
Caltrans District 10 Weekly Road Report Through September 17th
Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]
Michael Nicholas Kriletich 1953-2016, Celebration Of Life September 24th!
Paloma, CA…Michael Kriletich was born in San Leandro, CA on February 10, 1953. He attended the seminary on Mt Diablo from age 14 to age 18. At 19 he met Diane Jenkins and 2 years later they were married. Together they formed a loving couple and tight team for over 41 years of marriage. Michael […]
The CCWD Board of Directors Are Back In Action On Wednesday
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District Board of Directors will start their work at 9am wednesday morning at the Board Chambers in San Andreas. Discussion / Action regarding proposed Legislation on Advancing Biomass Efforts in Response to the Bark Beetle & Wednesday, Discussion / Action to Ratify Claim Summary #534 Secretarial Fund in the […]
Miss Arkansas Savvy Shields Crowned Miss America 2017
Atlantic City, NJ….Miss Arkansas, Savvy Janine Shields, was crowned Miss America 2017 tonight at the birthplace of the legendary competition in Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall for its 96th Anniversary broadcast on the ABC Television Network. Returning for his 8th time as host, Chris Harrison was joined by co-host Sage Steele and celebrity judges Ciara, Mark […]
Columbia College Transfer Day And College Night Offer All Students Access To College Information
Columbia, CA…High school and college students will have a chance to speak in-person to representatives from four-year colleges and universities at Columbia College’s Transfer Day/ College Night events scheduled for Thursday, September 22, 2016. Both events are free and open to all community members, high school students, and their families. Free parking is offered on […]
Butte Fire Anniversary & Recovery Dominate Supervisors Agenda This Week
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors is back in action starting at 9am tomorroW. Some of the agenda items are: Adopt a Proclamation recognizing the County staff providing California HOPE services under the Federal Community Crisis Program (CCP) grant which supports victims of the Butte Fire. Adopt a Proclamation recognizing all first responders, […]
The Lakes Fire In Yosemite Now At 755 Acres
Yosemite, CA…The Lakes Fire in the Chilnualna Lakes area, between Turner Meadow and Buena Vista Peak, is a lightning caused fire that is being managed for multiple objectives. An aerial flight was performed on September 10, 2016 and the fire was reported to be 755 acres in size. The fire had previously spread to the […]
Mother Lode Friends of Music Calendar of Concerts and Events, 2016-2017
Jackson, CA…Mother Lode Friends of Music Calendar of Concerts and Events, 2016-2017! Baroque Chamber Orchestra Saturday, October 15, 7:30 pm Cowboy Country Church, Sonora Sunday, October 16, 3 pm Pine Grove Community Church Some of the Baroque era’s greatest hits will be performed by the Friends of Music’s Baroque Chamber Orchestra under the direction of […]
Mother Lode Jewish Community’s Shabbat Shuvah – All Welcome
Murphys, CA…Jews around the world begin observing the High Holidays at sundown on Sunday evening, October 2nd. This is the beginning of the two-day commemoration of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Then, 10 days later, Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, begins at sundown on Tuesday, October 11th. This is a time of reflection, […]
Planning Commission Notice Of Public Hearing On Appeal Of Rejection Of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation
West Point, CA….Planning commission NOTICE OF public hearing Lead Agency: Calaveras County Planning Department 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. San Andreas, CA 95249 2016-1046 APPEAL of Planning Directors Denial of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Registration Application 2016-941 for APN 008-025-072 Austin de Tagle is appealing the Planning Director’s denial of a medical cannabis commercial cultivation registration. The […]
Planning Commission Notice Of Public Hearing On Appeal Of Rejection Of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation
Burson, CA…Planning commission NOTICE OF public hearing Lead Agency: Calaveras County Planning Department 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. San Andreas, CA 95249 2016-1045 APPEAL of Planning Directors Denial of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Registration Application 2016-863 for APN 048-037-038 Gary Freitas is appealing the Planning Director’s denial of a medical cannabis commercial cultivation registration. The site is […]
Planning Commission Notice Of Public Hearing On Appeal Of Rejection Of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation
Valley Springs, CA…Planning commission NOTICE OF public hearing Lead Agency: Calaveras County Planning Department 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. San Andreas, CA 95249 2016-1039 APPEAL of Rejection of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation Registration Applications for APN’s 050-066-002 and 050-066-006 Tulley & Weiss Attorneys at Law, on behalf of Steve Santos is appealing the Planning Director’s rejection to […]
Planning Commission Notice Of Public Hearing On Tentative Parcel Map
Mokelumne Hill, CA…Planning commission NOTICE OF public hearing Lead Agency: Calaveras County Planning Department 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. San Andreas, CA 95249 2015-078 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP for catherine Powell The applicant is requesting approval of an application to divide 15.75 acres into two parcels. The parcels are proposed to be 5.09 acres and 10.66 acres […]
Planning Commission Notice Of Public Hearing
San Andreas,CA…Planning commission NOTICE OF public hearing Lead Agency: Calaveras County Planning Department 891 Mountain Ranch Rd. San Andreas, CA 95249 2014-055 TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP for Suzanna Peek Segel The applicant is requesting approval of tentative parcel map to divide 82± acres into two parcels. Parcel 1 will be 20± acres and Parcel 2 will […]