CUSD Transitional Kindergarten & Kindergarten Enrollment Registration Packets Available February 8th

CUSD Transitional Kindergarten & Kindergarten Enrollment Registration Packets Available February 8th

Calaveras County, CA…Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is the first year of a two-year kindergarten program. (The first year being Transitional Kindergarten and the second year a more traditional Kindergarten program.) Students may enroll in a Transitional Kindergarten program if they are five years old on September 2 through December 2. Children must be five years old […]

Sonora Area Foundation Announces The 2016 Irving J. Symons Award Winners.

Sonora Area Foundation Announces The 2016 Irving J. Symons Award Winners.

Sonora, CA…Two Tuolumne County non-profit organizations were recognized for the significant benefit they provide to our community by receiving the Irving J. Symons Award presented by the Irving J. Symons Foundation, a supporting organization of the Sonora Area Foundation. The Smile Keepers program, providing dental education, school based preventative treatment and community education for the […]

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision On Hwy 4 Near Appaloosa!

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Collision On Hwy 4 Near Appaloosa!

Angels Camp, CA….CHP is reporting a possible injury collision blocking lanes on Hwy 4 near Appaloosa Way. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00175 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr4 / Appaloosa Way Loc Desc: EB Lat/Lon: 38.049420 -120.631128 Close Detail Information 1:57 PM 3 [5] 1039 CACO 1:56 PM 2 [4] 1125 1:56 […]

The 15th Annual, “Love The Forest Concert.”

The 15th Annual, “Love The Forest Concert.”

Murphys, CA…Mark your calendars for the 15th annual Love the Forest Concert at our New Location at the Outer Aisle in Murphys, Saturday, February 18, beginning at 7pm. A host of local musicians including Cantamos with Michela Macfarlane, plus The Bill Welles and the Distractions. Cantamos: Michela Macfarlane and Cantamos highlight their musical dexterity by […]

Gross Domestic Product Only 1.6% In 2016 & 1.9% For 4th Quarter

Gross Domestic Product Only 1.6% In 2016 & 1.9% For 4th Quarter

Washington, DC…Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 1.9 percent in the fourth quarter of 2016 (table 1), according to the “advance” estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the third quarter, real GDP increased 3.5 percent. The Bureau emphasized that the fourth-quarter advance estimate released today is based […]

Calaveras Community Foundation Competitive Grants Deadline, February 15th

Calaveras Community Foundation Competitive Grants Deadline, February 15th

Angels Camp,CA…Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) announced in early January the competitive grant cycle for 2017. Timing is of the essence at this point with completed grant applications due on Wednesday, February 15th. Complete details, application guidelines and fillable forms are all available at www.calaverascommunityfoundation.org. If you have further questions or concerns, call the CCF office […]

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For January 26th

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For January  26th

San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are attached: CALAVERAS COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE MEDIA BULLETIN Thursday, January 26, 2017 00:04 Disturbance 1701260001 Occurred on Iroquois Cr, Copperopolis. hearing people yelling, unfounded. . Disposition: No Report Taken. 00:56 Suspicious Person 1701260004 Occurred at Main St/Reeds Turnpike, Copperopolis. subject behaving oddly in […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For January 26th

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Logs For January 26th

Sonora, CA… Tuolumne County Sheriff’s logs for January 26th are enclosed: TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF MEDIA BULLETIN Thursday, January 26, 2017 00:09 TRAFFIC STOP 1701260002 Officer initiated activity at Creekside Dr/Hidden Valley Rd, Sonora.Traffic Stop. . Disposition: Warning Given (Used for 11-95s). 00:12 ALARM ALL TYPES 1701260003 Occurred at Calvary Chapel Of Sonora on Soulsbyville Rd. […]

Presidents’ Day Wine Weekend, February 18th-19th

Presidents’ Day Wine Weekend, February 18th-19th

Murphys,CA…Come celebrate our forefathers and their legacys’ and contributions to democracy by tasting your way thru Calaveras Counties finest wineries and tasting rooms. Whether you’re drinking more over the recent election or toasting more, one thing is sure we should all come together and celebrate local economies and small business and why not start now […]

Hey Good People!!! Grizzly Starts Turning Saturday Morning! Rasmussen Classic Race Weekend & More!!!

Hey Good People!!!  Grizzly Starts Turning Saturday Morning!  Rasmussen Classic Race Weekend & More!!!

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! Another beautiful day is on tap for Bear Valley with abundant sunshine and a high near 36F with ENE winds from 10-21mph. The Home & Lunch runs are now open with the latter being groomed for riding today. The Rassmussen Classic happens this weekend so make sure to check out […]

President Trump Announces Manufacturing Jobs Initiative

President Trump Announces Manufacturing Jobs Initiative

Washington, DC…President Trump announced today that as part of his overall job creation agenda he will launch a Manufacturing Jobs Initiative. The President will be meeting with some of the world’s most successful and creative business leaders to share their experiences and gain their insights. President Trump plans to continually seek information and perspectives from […]

Presidential Memorandum Streamlining Permitting and Reducing Regulatory Burdens for Domestic Manufacturing

Presidential Memorandum Streamlining Permitting and Reducing Regulatory Burdens for Domestic Manufacturing

Washington, DC…This memorandum directs executive departments and agencies (agencies) to support the expansion of manufacturing in the United States through expedited reviews of and approvals for proposals to construct or expand manufacturing facilities and through reductions in regulatory burdens affecting domestic manufacturing. Stakeholder Consultation on Streamlining Permitting. The Secretary of Commerce shall conduct outreach to […]

The Year Ahead for California’s Rural Counties ~ By Bob Williams, RCRC Chair & Tehama County Supervisor.

The Year Ahead for California’s Rural Counties ~ By Bob Williams, RCRC Chair & Tehama County Supervisor.

Sacramento, CA…Earlier this month, I was sworn in as Chair of the Rural County Representatives of California, better known as RCRC. The core of RCRC’s mission is to improve the ability of small, rural California county governments to provide services by advocating on their behalf, and promoting a greater understanding among policy makers about the […]

Presidential Memorandum Regarding Construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline

Presidential Memorandum Regarding Construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline

Washtington, DC….Policy. The Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) under development by Dakota Access, LLC, represents a substantial, multi-billion-dollar private investment in our Nation’s energy infrastructure. This approximately 1,100-mile pipeline is designed to carry approximately 500,000 barrels per day of crude oil from the Bakken and Three Forks oil production areas in North Dakota to oil markets […]

Executive Order On Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States

Executive Order On Enhancing Public Safety in the Interior of the United States

Washington, DC…Interior enforcement of our Nation’s immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States. Many aliens who illegally enter the United States and those who overstay or otherwise violate the terms of their visas present a significant threat to national security and public safety. This is particularly […]

Suspect Contacting Juveniles In Angels Camp Identified As Wanted Man From Montana

Suspect Contacting Juveniles In Angels Camp Identified As Wanted Man From Montana

Angels Camp, CA…The subject in this case has been identified as Victor R. Vanier, a 47 year old male that has an extensive criminal record from several states. He is currently wanted for questioning in Angels Camp PD case # 17-0058, for charges related to annoying children. (CA Penal Code Section 647.6(a)) Vanier’s hotel room […]

CCWD Board Approves Mokelumne River Studies

CCWD Board Approves Mokelumne River Studies

San Andreas, CA…On Wednesday January 25, the Calaveras County Water District Board of Directors unanimously authorized two studies involving the Mokelumne River in Calaveras County. Peter Martin, CCWD water resources program manager, explained one study will evaluate the specific water supply reliability and infrastructure needs of the West Point community, and the other will study […]

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through February 2nd & Tammy’s Window Wn Calaveras with Guest Bambi Papais

Calaveras County Public Access TV Studio PATV Schedule Through February 2nd & Tammy’s Window Wn Calaveras with Guest Bambi Papais

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Community TV is located in San Andreas, CA. We are a non-profit organization which helps facilitate the local studio and air original community programming to your home. The goals for PEG Access Television are to promote free speech, foster diverse points of view, encourage communications, create opportunities, encourage artistic expression, expand educational […]

Conservation, Water, Forestry & Rural Communities Agree On Ecologically Sound Forest Management

Conservation, Water, Forestry & Rural Communities Agree On Ecologically Sound Forest Management

Sacramento, CA…An unprecedented, urban-rural coalition representing water interests, local government, the conservation community, agriculture, and the forestry sector has formed to advance proactive, science-based, and ecologically sound forest management practices. The California Forest Watershed Alliance (CAFWA) supports policies and practices that promote healthy forests that are more resilient to drought, wildfire, and climate change. Knowing […]

K9 Phebe Cracks Down On Cartel Cannabis Grows

K9 Phebe Cracks Down On Cartel Cannabis Grows

Sacramento, CA…California State Board of Equalization Chairwoman Fiona Ma, CPA along with Assemblymember Jim Wood and Senator Mike McGuire presented legislative resolutions to Phebe, the amazing four-legged member and secret weapon of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife K9 unit and the Marijuana Enforcement Team, who puts her life on the line for Californians […]

Traffic Update….Non-Injury Collision Near Fitness Club On Hwy 26

Traffic Update….Non-Injury Collision Near Fitness Club On Hwy 26

Valley Springs, CA…CHP is reporting a collision near the fitness club on Hwy 26. It was non-injury but making that 4:30pm class may be tougher… Incident: 00213 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr26 / Sr12 Loc Desc: NEAR THE FITNESS CENTER Lat/Lon: 38.211851 -120.764399 Close Detail Information NO DETAILS Unit Information 4:18 PM 3 Unit […]

Property & Other Tax Relief Available For Those Impacted By Storms, Flooding

Property & Other Tax Relief Available For Those Impacted By Storms, Flooding

Sacramento, CA…If your property has been damaged by the recent storms and flooding, you may be eligible for property tax relief. In many cases, the damaged property can be reappraised in its current condition, with some taxes refunded to the property owner. Once rebuilt, the property will be reassessed to its pre-damaged value. To qualify […]

CCOG Regular Meeting & State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment Project

CCOG Regular Meeting & State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment Project

San Andreas,CA…The Calaveras Council Of Governments is holding a regular meeting on Wednesday, February 1st. On the agenda is the ratification of the County Public Works Contract Amendment 3 to Dokken Engineering,Inc. For Engineering and Environmental Services Associated with the State Route 4 Wagon Trail Realignment Project. The meeting will be held at The Board […]

Arnold SIR Branch 152 Lunch Meeting, Tuesday February 21st

Arnold SIR Branch 152 Lunch Meeting, Tuesday February 21st

Arnold,CA… On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 11:00 AM, SIR (Sons in Retirement, Branch 152 ) will hold its Monthly Luncheon Meeting at Snowflake Lodge, 2255 Blue Lake Springs Drive, Arnold, CA. Sir Branch 152 is honored that our February speaker will be Calaveras County Sheriff Rick DiBasilio. Sheriff DiBasilio has been our Sheriff since […]

Planning For 25th Annual Murphys Irish Day Underway ~ Vendors Needed!

Planning For 25th Annual Murphys Irish Day Underway ~ Vendors Needed!

Murphys,CA…The Murphys Irish Day organizing committee has begun its work creating the 25th Anniversary celebration that will be held on Saturday, March 18. Through the years, the event has grown to become one of the Mother Lode’s most popular festivals, attracting thousands of local residents and visitors. It is a presentation of the Murphys Business […]