Mother Lode Jewish Community Plans Fall Events

Mother Lode Jewish Community Plans Fall Events

Jamestown, CA…On Sunday, October 23rd the MLJC will be celebrating the end of Sukkot as well as Simchat Torah, which occurs on the Jewish calendar just 2 days later, at a potluck brunch gathering in Jamestown. MLJC member Rabbi Andra Greenwald will share the history and traditions of these two holidays with the group and, […]

Names Released In Highway 26 Collision

Names Released In Highway 26 Collision

West Point, CA… On October 5th, 2016 at 2:11 p.m. CHP received reports of a two vehicle collision on SR-26, east of Higdon Road. Lynne Cowan of West Point was driving a 2006 Hyundai eastbound on SR-26 while Ronald Rankin of West Point was driving a 2006 Toyota westbound on SR-26. The driver of the […]

Scary Story Party Night!

Scary Story Party Night!

FREE! Everyone is invited – Frightening tales from the Mother Lode Storytelling Guild are guaranteed to give goosebumps. Also, there will be ghastly goodies & secret potions for sale, hot dogs (Calaveras Band Boosters), a ghostly raffle, blood-thirsty book giveaway, cookie walk, and special prize for best costume! For more information, call Kathy Martinez at […]

Calaveras County, California, Needs Additional State And FEMA Assistance In Managing Its $10.8 Million FEMA Grant

Calaveras County, California, Needs Additional State And FEMA Assistance In Managing Its $10.8 Million FEMA Grant

Calaveras County, CA…About 10 months after the disaster declaration, the County still had not started Project 78, a major $8.3 million debris-removal project to clear hazardous trees. This has delayed recovery for the entire area because the County is not initiating other critical work until hazardous tree removal occurs. Therefore,delays to this project will create […]

Join Milliaire For Our First Sip n’ Paint!

Join Milliaire For Our First Sip n’ Paint!

Murphys,CA…Join Milliaire for our first Sip n’ Paint! With the expert guidance of local artist Mary Sexton, we will create our very own magnificent 16×20 paintings while enjoying delicious Milliaire wines. Visit our website to discover what Autumn-themed painting we’ll be creating during the October party! Milliaire Winery is a small family-owned winery founded by […]

Calaveras School Superintendents Share Concerns About Marijuana

Calaveras School Superintendents Share Concerns About Marijuana

The school superintendents in Calaveras County have come together to share with the public our concerns for the youth of Calaveras County related to marijuana cultivation and accessibility. We believe it’s important for voters to have as much information as possible in order to make the best decisions for our students and for our community. […]

The Paris Agreement To Enter Into Force

The Paris Agreement To Enter Into Force

Washington, DC…Our Secretary of State John Kerry released this statement yesterday- Nearly 200 nations made history in Paris last December, when they came together around the most ambitious, inclusive climate agreement ever negotiated. I was honored to represent the United States in those negotiations and to be in the conference hall as the text was […]

Calaveras County Water District Special Board Meeting October 6th

Calaveras County Water District Special Board Meeting October 6th

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District is hosting a special board meeting today at 4:00 p.m. The only item on the agenda appears to be action regarding notification of Director Strange’s Application with Calaveras County for Cannabis Cultivation. The meeting will take place at Calaveras County Water District located at 120 Toma Court in […]

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For October 5th

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Logs For October 5th

San Andreas, CA…The latest activity logs for the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Deputies are as follows: CALAVERAS COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE MEDIA BULLETIN Wednesday, October 5, 2016 00:02 Suspicious Person 1610050001 Officer initiated activity at W Saint Charles St, San Andreas. . Disposition: No Report Taken. 00:06 Obstruct/resist Peace Officer 1610050002 Occurred on Mountain Ranch Rd, San […]

Mark Twain Wild West Fest Presents: Writers Roundup Retreat

Mark Twain Wild West Fest Presents: Writers Roundup Retreat

Angels Camp, CA… Hold onto your writer hat for the three-day Writers Roundup Retreat presented by Manzanita Writers Press October 14 to 16, 2016. It is a three-day bonanza of activities, workshops and seminars for writers, artists and entrepreneurs during the Mark Twain Wild West Fest in historic downtown Angels Camp. Friday begins with The […]

The 2016 Ironstone Concours d’Elegance, Was Arguably Best Ever! 1931 Duesenberg J Murphy Roadster Takes Best Of Show

The 2016 Ironstone Concours d’Elegance, Was Arguably Best Ever!  1931 Duesenberg J Murphy Roadster Takes Best Of Show

Murphys, CA…Best of Show at 2016 Concours was a 1931 Duesenberg J Murphy Roadster. The beautiful vehicle is owned by Dairy owners Rob & Jeannie Hilarides from Visalia. Their win was fitting as the Kautz family puts the FFA center stage every year. The 20th Annual Ironstone Concours featured over 300 Classic & Vintage Cars […]

Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort Men’s Club Results Wednesday October 5th, 2016

Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort Men’s Club Results  Wednesday October 5th, 2016

Angels Camp, CA…As one of Northern California’s best golf courses and communities, Greenhorn Creek offers more of the fastest, truest greens in the state. The 18-hole course was redesigned by Robert Trent Jones II and along with Mother Nature; Greenhorn Creek delivers one of California’s finest golf experiences.  You’ll discover 18 holes of championship golf […]

Manzanita Writers Press Brings Writers Roundup To Mark Twain Wild West Fest

Manzanita Writers Press Brings Writers Roundup To Mark Twain Wild West Fest

Angels Camp, CA… Hold onto your writer hat for the three-day Writers Roundup Retreat presented by Manzanita Writers Press October 14 to 16, 2016. It is a three-day bonanza of activities, workshops and seminars for writers, artists and entrepreneurs during the Mark Twain Wild West Fest in historic downtown Angels Camp. Friday begins with The […]

Calaveras School Superintendents Share Concerns About Marijuana

Calaveras School Superintendents Share Concerns About Marijuana

Calaveras County, CA…The school superintendents in Calaveras County have come together to share with the public our concerns for the youth of Calaveras County related to marijuana cultivation and accessibility. We believe it’s important for voters to have as much information as possible in order to make the best decisions for our students and for […]

Join The CCOG TEAM!

Join The CCOG TEAM!

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Council of Governments currently has a an open Council position open and is accepting applications. Calaveras Council of Governments (CCOG) was formed in January 1998 under a Joint Powers Agreement as the Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) for the County of Calaveras and the City of Angels. As an RTPA, the […]

Traffic Update…Head On Collision On Hwy 26

Traffic Update…Head On Collision On Hwy 26

West Point, CA…CHP is reporting a head on collision on Hwy 26 near Higdon Road. Lanes are blocked by debris. Please use caution in the area…. Incident: 00190 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr26 / Higdon Rd Loc Desc: BETW MOKE RIVER BRIDGE Lat/Lon: 38.410013 -120.555563 Close Detail Information 2:13 PM 5 [4] FIRE ALSO […]

Annual Ditch Outage

Annual Ditch Outage

Sonora, CA…The Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) Main Canal that conveys 95% of Tuolumne Utilities District’s water supply will be shut down for PG&E’s regular maintenance from Sunday, October 9th through Monday, October 17th, 2016. With this in mind, the District asks that you limit your water use during this timeframe while PG&E undertakes […]

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets Weekly Specials Through October 11th

Shop Local! Sierra Hills, Angels Food & Sierra Hills Natural Food Markets Weekly Specials Through October 11th

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 Wishing you Good Times, Good Cheer, and a […]

Thomas William Stowe 1942- 2016

Thomas William Stowe 1942- 2016

Murphys, CA…Thomas ” Tommy Gun” Stowe was born in Redding, CA on April 8, 1942. Husband, dad, grandpa, “papa”, brother, uncle, cousin and friend – this “mountain of a man” – passed away peacefully in the early morning on October 1, 2016 under the rare Black Moon at Sonora Regional Medical Center after a long […]

Cal-Waste Recovery Systems Receives 2016 Sacramento Area Sustainable Business Of The Year!

Cal-Waste Recovery Systems Receives 2016 Sacramento Area Sustainable Business Of The Year!

Sacramento, CA…The Business Environmental Resource Center (BERC) and the Sacramento Area Sustainable Business (SASB) program has awarded Cal-Waste Recovery Systems the 2016 Sustainable Business of the Year for their efforts in reducing pollution, solid waste, and a commitment to ongoing efforts for sustainability, energy efficiency and promoting environmental awareness in their community and schools. An […]

Mark Twain Union Elementary School District Financial Impact Disclosures

Mark Twain Union Elementary School District Financial Impact Disclosures

Angels Camp, CA…The Mark Twain Union Elementary School District has released their financial impact disclosures, the summary of proposed collective bargaining/salary agreement between MTUESD and The Mark Twain Classified Employees Association, Angels Camp Educators and The Mark Twain Superintendent and Certificated Management. View Financial Impact Disclosures Below: public-disclosure-unrepresented-101316-1 public-disclosure-csea-101316 public-disclosure-ace-101316

Mark Twain Union Elementary School District Regular Board Of Education Meeting For October 13th

Mark Twain Union Elementary School District  Regular Board Of Education Meeting  For October 13th

Angels Camp, CA…The Mark Twain Elementary School District Board of Education is hosting a regular meeting on Thursday, October 13th. Part of the meeting will include a conference with a labor negotiator from Angels-Copperopolis Educators. One item on the agenda is the discussion and consideration of a retroactive salary increase. The agenda is below: Mark […]