Washington, DC…Today we commemorate the 70th anniversary of the formal end of World War II in the Pacific, a conflict that tragically claimed millions of lives across Asia and Oceania and stretched several months beyond the war’s conclusion in the European theater. We salute the American servicemen and women of the Greatest Generation who answered […]
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 4 – September 12 Ongoing […]
Vallecito, CA…An enthusiastic crowd came together at the courtyard of Lookout Tower House in Vallecito for an early sunset dinner with speakers and recognition awards. The panoramic mountain view made it the perfect place for Calaveras County Taxpayers Association (CCTA) on Saturday August 29 to hold its seventh annual meeting and barbeque. The time for […]
Calaveras County, CA…Women who serve as the primary wage earners for their families and seek financial assistance to continue their education or receive training can now apply for the Soroptimist Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women (formerly the Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity Awards). Applications are available by contacting SI Calaveras, Vickie Smith-Becker, LYD […]
Murphys, CA…Magnolia Rhythm Trio at Alchemy Live On Sept. 8th. Every Tuesday (except in January — see below) is Winemaker’s Night at Alchemy, featuring $5 glasses of local wines, free live music on our patio from 5:30-8, our entire regular menu, plus wine paired specials. Tuesdays in January feature an optional 4-Course Beer Pairing menu […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA….CHP is reporting an overturned cement truck north of Mokelumne Hill. The truck is overturned into a ditch, a lane is blocked and the driver is pinned in the truck. (Updated…Hwy 49 will be closed for at least an hour for extraction of injured party and possible removal of truck) Incident: 00222 Type: […]
Copperopolis, CA…Copperopolis Town Square – the events, shopping and entertainment gathering place in Calaveras County – will host the Copper Concerts series beginning Sept. 5th and continuing every Saturday through Sept. 26th. Performances will take place at 7 p.m. near the intersection of Town Square Road and Little John Road. Admission to each concert is […]
Yosemite, CA… James Michael Millett Jr. Missing Since August 11, 2015. Yosemite National Park Rangers found the body of James Michael Millett Jr. yesterday, September 1, 2015. His body was found above Yosemite Valley. There are no further details available at this time. An investigation is ongoing.
Arnold, CA…The Big Arnold Ace Home Center’s Labor Day Weekend Sale starts Friday morning. There are pages and pages of savings below…
Sacramento, CA…People in the Golden State often enjoy summer weather long after the Labor Day weekend, which in many other states marks the traditional end of summer vacation. To assure that everyone on California’s roadways remain as safe as possible, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be out in force over Labor Day weekend, looking […]
La Grange, CA…Make it your family tradition, breakfast at the IOOF Hall in La Grange on the second Sunday of each month. September 13th is the date this month. The ever-popular menu includes biscuits and gravy, sausage, ham & cheese omelets and French toast, all for $6. Complimentary coffee and orange juice round out the […]
Columbia, CA…Help your local State Park-Become a volunteer! Columbia State Historic Park Recruits for Docent Class 2015-Last week of application acceptance! Columbia State Historic Park is now accepting applications for new volunteers to be a part of the 2015 docent class. This year, the park is recruiting for costumed interpreters to help teach history to […]
Douglas Flat, CA…The Sierra Nevada Film Festival screening at Chatom Vineyards will have you rethinking how and what you eat! Come enjoy the beautiful scenery, wonderful award-winning wines and the relaxing atmosphere of Chatom Vineyards. Film program starts when the sun goes down. RSVP to info@sierrafilmfest.org to make sure you have a seat. Space is […]
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 Thank you to the hundreds of people we […]
Murphys, CA…STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR THE STOMP! Interested in being part of the Calaveras Grape Stomp history? Call now 209/754-0127 or visit www.CalaverasGrapeStomp.com to reserve your team now and celebrate one of the most anticipated events in the region, drawing large, loud crowds and scores of stomp teams, many festooned in original costume. If […]
San Andreas, CA…September 1, 2015- Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be holding its 17th Annual Fall Health Fair on Saturday, September 26th from 7am to noon on the Hospital Campus in San Andreas. “Hosting our community health fairs allows us to express our gratitude to those that entrust us with their health care needs,” […]
Oakdale, CA…Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies and Detectives have been investigating a string of burglaries that have been occurring over the last few months in the Lake Don Pedro Area and Lake Tulloch Area. These thefts have been mainly from boats and dock areas. The investigation led Detectives to a home in the 200 […]
Murphys, CA…Lindsay Gwin hosts us at the Murphys Historic Hotel and takes us on a trip to Austrian and Germany. We will learn about the main regions, varietals and styles of German and Austrian wines while tasting through some fantastic examples. Lindsay is a wine distributor who owns and operates 4th Sip LLC. She is […]
Sacramento, CA…Disasters can strike at any time, and the most common disaster threat people face across the country is a fire in their home. The American Red Cross Gold Country Region encourages everyone to be ready for emergencies like home fires by creating a disaster plan for their household during National Preparedness Month. The national […]
Anchorage, AK…The following is a White House position paper…”Climate change is reshaping the Arctic in profound ways. The global Arctic has warmed approximately twice as fast as the rest of the world, resulting in significant impacts on land and sea. Among the most noticeable changes is the retreat of Arctic sea ice, which has experienced […]
“When you dance, your purpose is not to get to a certain place on the floor. It’s to enjoy each step along the way.” Dr. Wayne Dryer 1940-2015
Sacramento, CA…Senator Ted Gaines (R-El Dorado) today announced his Senate Bill 168, which would protect forests, property and the lives of citizens, firefighters and emergency personnel from drone interference, passed out of the Senate and is now headed to the Assembly. “To think that someone would interfere with firefighting or emergency response situations to get […]
Arnold, CA…Wow, have we been blessed this summer here in the Central Sierra! No fires, no heat waves and multiple pristine lakes with plenty of water. Our beautiful, local lake, White Pines is still awesome, even though it’s dropped a couple feet below the boat ramp. Paddleboarders, keep toward the beach end of the lake […]
Tuolumne, CA…On 8/29/15 about 05:55 A.M. Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies, were dispatched to the Logger’s Club Bar in the 18000 block of Bay Avenue in Tuolumne on a report of a burglary. Arriving Deputies found the security gate on the front door had been ripped from its frame and the front doors appeared to have […]
Mountain Ranch, CA….On August 27th a vehicle & vegetation fire sent a Mountain Ranch man to UC Davis with burns. Units from Central Fire and multiple agencies kept the fire to two acres of vegetation. Additional details are below. August 27, 2015 15-CATCU 008992 CAL FIRE CAL FIRE Tuolumne/Calaveras Unit Fire Report Fax #: 754-1959 […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Washington Post ran an article on August 17th, 2015 citing a USDA study of all 3,111 counties in the contiguous United States ranking them in scenic beauty and climate. The purpose of this study was to predict the movement of rural populations across the nation based on desirability of location. Calaveras County […]
Arnold, CA…The Sierra Nevada Logging Museum’s Annual Logging Jamboree brings the thrills, skills and history of the Logging in the Sierra Nevada Mountains to their beautiful Museum grounds in White Pines. Axe Throwing, Hand crosscut sawing, Stock & Modified Chain sawing and much, much more. This is an all day event with events, food, static […]
Washington, DC… Hi, everybody. This Monday, I’m heading to Alaska for a three-day tour of the state. I’ve been looking forward to this for a long time. Not only because Alaska is one of the most beautiful places in a country that’s full of beautiful places – but because I’ll have several opportunities to meet […]
