President Obama’s Weekly Address: Obamacare Making a Difference for Millions of Americans

President Obama’s Weekly Address: Obamacare Making a Difference for Millions of Americans

Washington, DC…Hi, everybody. When I took office seven years ago this week, more than 15% of Americans went without health insurance. For folks who did have coverage, insurance companies could deny you coverage or charge you more just because you’d been sick. And too many Americans gave up their dreams of changing jobs or going […]

Weather To Clear Tomorrow & Great Week To Play Hooky & Ski

Weather To Clear Tomorrow & Great Week To Play Hooky & Ski

Arnold, CA…Detailed forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Widespread rain and snow showers in the evening…then isolated rain and snow showers after midnight. Colder. Lows 15 to 30 higher elevations…28 to 36 lower elevations. No snow accumulation lower elevations…around 1 inch higher elevations. Snow level 5000 feet. Prevailing southwest winds up […]

Trio Arrested & Fourth Sought On Drug Charges In Sonora

Trio Arrested & Fourth Sought On Drug Charges In Sonora

Sonora, CA…On 01/21/16 at about 8:45 A.M., The Tuolumne Narcotics Team (TNT), served a search warrant at the Mark Twain Apartments located at 311 Fairview Lane in Sonora, CA. Marijuana, methamphetamine, heroin, prescription pills, drug paraphernalia, one handgun and one shotgun were collected by TNT Agents during the search of the apartments. TNT Agents also […]

Vietnam Veteran, Calaveras Sheriff’s Deputy, Fish & Game Warden John Michael Stark 1943 – 2016

Vietnam Veteran, Calaveras Sheriff’s Deputy, Fish & Game Warden John Michael Stark 1943 – 2016

San Andreas, CA…John Michael Stark passed away Sunday, January 17 at St Joseph’s Hospital in Stockton, from complications of emphysema, with his family at his bedside. He was 72. John was born on October 18, 1943 in San Francisco. He spent his elementary school years in San Francisco and moved to Cupertino for his high […]

This Week at the Arnold CHS Thrift Store Adoption Center – JELLY BEAN!

This Week at the Arnold CHS Thrift Store Adoption Center  – JELLY BEAN!

Arnold, CA…Stop by Calaveras Humane Society’s Thrift Store Cat Adoption Center in Arnold, located in Meadowmont Center next to Big Trees Market, open Thurs. through Sat., 10 am–5 pm. JELLY BEAN and a variety of other charming kitties will be available to meet you. We also have kitties available at our Angels Camp Adoption Center, […]

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 22 to January 30

Murphys to Markleeville – “The Schedule” – January 22 to January 30

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 January 22 – January […]

Ex BV Coach & Strawberry Resident John Cashman Coached US Ski Team’s NGT Youth Into Battle At Hahnenkamm

Ex BV Coach & Strawberry Resident John Cashman Coached US Ski Team’s NGT Youth Into Battle At Hahnenkamm

Kitzbuehl, Austria (January 20, 2016) – Six athletes from the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association’s U16 National Training Group (NTG) gained some World Cup course experience, and got a taste of what it’s like to race in Europe, when they competed against nine other teams in the Hahnenkamm Juniors event Wednesday. Kaitlyn Harsch (Avon, CO) […]

Dave Christian Art Featured At Milliaire Winery In February

Dave Christian Art Featured At Milliaire Winery In February

Murphys, CA…Dave Christian is a native of Calaveras county who grew up enjoying the beauty of the Sierra Foothills. He now lives in Arnold with his wife and two small children. They love spending time together exploring the outdoors and creating new things. Dave has had a passion for art since a very young age […]

Oil & China Continue To Drag Markets Down

Oil & China Continue To Drag Markets Down

New York, NY….The Dow Jones Industrial Average is down over 500 points in intraday trading as the worldwide oil glut, dropping oil prices and uncertainty in China’s stock market continue to weigh on markets. The only silver lining is that dropping gas prices continue to help energy costs for businesses and consumers.

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials Through Jan 26

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets. Weekly Specials Through Jan 26

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 Cheese! Our great gourmet cheese departments were featured […]

Traffic Update….Minor Injuries To Party Who Rolled Vehicle And Was Able To Drive Away

Valley Springs, CA…A very lucky party with only minor injuries was transported to Mark Twain Medical Center after her vehicle rolled on Burson Road but landed back on it’s wheels and was still drivable enough to drive away after the accident. Her Mom & Dad took her to the hospital. No word yet on what […]

Palin Praises Trump’s Leadership With Endorsement In Iowa

Palin Praises Trump’s Leadership With Endorsement In Iowa

New York, NY…Today Donald J. Trump received the coveted and influential endorsement of former Vice Presidential Candidate and Governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin. Palin praised Trump’s leadership and unparalleled ability to speak the truth and produce real results. A trusted conservative, Palin has a proven record of being fiscally modest, staunchly pro-life and believes in […]

Caltrans & Transportation Agencies Offer Tips For Motorists In Stormy Weather

Caltrans & Transportation Agencies Offer Tips For Motorists In Stormy Weather

Sacramento, CA…In this Caltrans News Flash, we learn how State agencies are preparing Californians for the severe weather El Niño is expected to bring. Caltrans, the California Highway Patrol, and the Office of Traffic Safety want the public to be alert while traveling on California’s many roadways.  The video reminds motorists to, Pay attention to barricades, […]

Get Those Chili Pots Ready For The Eighth Annual Chili Cook Off On February 27th

Get Those Chili Pots Ready For The Eighth Annual Chili Cook Off On February 27th

Copperopolis, CA…Hey all! We are still accepting applications for our 8th Annual Chili Cook off on Saturday, February 27th! If interested in becoming a cooker or vendor contact Kim at khamilton@castlecooke.com or 209.785.9700! Chili Cookoff Application! Copperopolis Town Square – the Castle & Cooke California-owned events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – […]

Glenn Frey, Founding Member Of The Eagles Passes Away At 67

Glenn Frey, Founding Member Of The Eagles Passes Away At 67

New York, NY…It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of husband, best friend, father, comrade, and Eagles founder, Glenn Frey, in New York City on Monday, January 18th, 2016. Glenn fought a courageous battle for the past several weeks but, sadly, succumbed to complications from Rheumatoid Arthritis, Acute Ulcerative Colitis […]

Green Building Consortium Coming To Mountain Ranch Community Hall

Green Building Consortium Coming To Mountain Ranch Community Hall

Mountain Ranch Ca Global Realty is coming to Mountain Ranch Tuesday Jan 19 from 6p to 8pm and on Saturday Jan 23 from 10am to 12 Noon and on Tuesday Jan 26 from 6pm to 8pm to discuss with Residents and Contractors alike about the aspects of using their Building Materials and plans in reconstructing […]

Angelina M. Nelson 1924 – 2016

Angelina M. Nelson 1924 – 2016

San Andreas, CA…Angelina M. Nelson, Born: June 19, 1924 in Blue Canyon, CA to Argeutina and Joseph Rovetti, and passed away on January 10, 2016 at her home in San Andreas She lived in Eder, Emigrant Gap, Truckee and Auburn and was a lifelong resident of California. Angelina attended school in Emigrant Gap and Truckee […]

Valley Springs Resident Patricia Ann (Fischer) Rager 1931 – 2016

Valley Springs Resident Patricia Ann (Fischer) Rager 1931 – 2016

Patricia (Pat) (Tree) Fischer-Rager died peacefully Jan. 7 at her childhood home in Mokelumne Hill with her family by her side. She was 84. Pat was born in Stockton to Andrew & Genevieve Fischer on Feb. 15, 1931. She attended Mokelumne Hill elementary and Calaveras High School. As a child growing up she enjoyed helping […]