The 28th Annual Sierra Nevada Museum’s Logging Jamboree is Today!! Don’t Miss It!

The 28th Annual Sierra Nevada Museum’s Logging Jamboree is Today!!  Don’t Miss It!

White Pines, CA…The Friends of the Sierra Nevada Logging Museum is holding the Annual Logging Jamboree on Saturday, August 30, 2025. The museum is located adjacent to White Pines Lake and Park in White Pines, Near Arnold. Traffic will be restricted on Dunbar Road for the Logging Jamboree from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Please […]

Lifesaving Rescue in Copperopolis

Lifesaving Rescue in Copperopolis

Copperopolis, CA…CAL FIRE TCU-Copperopolis Station firefighters conducted a lifesaving rescue from a vehicle. The driver of the car was confused when she heard calls for help in the form of a MEOW. With the fire station nearby, she pulled in and asked for assistance. 3 kittens were found and safely removed from various hidden areas […]

Suspect Arrested for Possession of Firearms and Ammunition

Suspect Arrested for Possession of Firearms and Ammunition

San Andreas, CA…On August 10, 2025, at approximately 11:00 P.M., a citizen advised a Calaveras County deputy of a small sedan parked in the middle of South Railroad Flat Road at Wharregard Road. The vehicle was blocking both lanes along a blind corner, creating a traffic hazard. The citizen stated the driver was asleep behind […]

Be Prepared Calaveras: Back to School with Local Superintendents

Be Prepared Calaveras: Back to School with Local Superintendents

San Andreas, CA…In this insightful episode of Be Prepared Calaveras, Martha Rubin sits down with Scott Nanik, Superintendent of Bret Harte Union High School District, and Ronald J. Estes, Interim Superintendent of Calaveras Unified School District, to talk about the start of the new school year. They discuss how families can stay informed, get involved, […]

Mrs. Lynne Olivia Eising 1946 ~ 2025

Mrs. Lynne Olivia Eising 1946 ~ 2025

Murphys, CA…Mrs. Lynne Olivia Eising November 2, 1946 ~ August 24, 2025 (age 78). Lynne Olivia Eising passed away peacefully at her home in Murphys, California, on August 24, 2025, at the age of 78, following a brief battle with cancer. Lynne was the daughter of Stephen and Beverly Engle, both deceased. She leaves behind […]

Newsom Says Californians Strongly Support His Strategy to Create More Housing

Newsom Says Californians Strongly Support His Strategy to Create More Housing

Sacramento, CA…Californians strongly support the Governor’s recent historic reforms of state housing law, which will make creating more housing easier and faster. The groundbreaking reforms of the California Environmental Quality Act will accelerate new projects and increase affordability for Californians. In a recent poll, a majority of Californians across every voter category expressed agreement with […]

Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad August 27 ~ September 2! Shop Local & Save!

Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad  August 27 ~ September 2!  Shop Local & Save!

Angels Camp & Murphys, CA…Angels Food & Sierra Hills Markets Weekly Ad August 27 ~ September 2!  Shop Local & Save!  Grocery, Meat, Deli, Produce & Lots of Local Wines! 100’s More Items on Sale Throughout the Store!Angels Food Market, started by Harry Croshaw, has been serving the Calaveras community since 1935. Glen, Harry’s son, […]

Captain Ballard Retires After 34 Years of Service to the Citizens of Calaveras County

Captain Ballard Retires After 34 Years of Service to the Citizens of Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…August 22nd, 2025, signified the culmination of a lengthy and distinguished law enforcement career filled with dedication, service, and memorable moments. Captain Ed Ballard retired from the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office after providing over thirty-four years of dedicated service. In addition to serving Calaveras County as a Law Enforcement Officer, Captain Ballard worked […]

Hinterhaus Distilling Announces 4th & Final Release of 21 Yr Trapper’s Oath Rye

Hinterhaus Distilling Announces 4th & Final Release of 21 Yr Trapper’s Oath Rye

Arnold, CA…The Sierra Nevada distillery announces the release of its 4th and final bottling of Trapper’s Oath Rye Whiskey- 21 Year age statement on August 29, 2025. “Nearly 4 years ago, we embarked on a whiskey aging and blending adventure with our first release of TRAPPER’S OATH rye whiskey,” says Nate Randall, Head Distiller/Blender/Owner of […]

Big Trees Market Weekly Ad with Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials Through September 2nd! Shop Local & Save!

Big Trees Market Weekly Ad with Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials Through September 2nd! Shop Local & Save!

Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market Weekly Ad, Grocery, Produce, Meat & Deli Specials Through September 2nd!  Shop Local & Save!  Big Trees Market is working hard to keep the shelves stocked for you! Part of your community for generations. Click on an image below for full sized version.

Traffic Update…Possible Injury Overturned SUV Collision Near Ridge Rd / Climax Rd

Traffic Update…Possible Injury Overturned SUV Collision Near Ridge Rd / Climax Rd

Pine Grove, CA…Traffic Update…Possible Injury Overturned SUV Collision Near Ridge Rd / Climax Rd Incident: 0167 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Ridge Rd / Climax Rd Loc Desc: JWO Lat/Lon: 38.404493 -120.717039 Detail Information 10:19 AM 5 [9] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 UP COUNTRY 209-295-7885 10:19 AM 4 [8] A94-005 START 1185 10:19 AM 3 […]

Two Cannabis Site Burglary Suspects Arrested Following Pursuit into San Joaquin County

Two Cannabis Site Burglary Suspects Arrested Following Pursuit into San Joaquin County

Copperopolis, CA – On Friday, August 22, 2025, at approximately 4:00 A.M., deputies from the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office responded to a burglary in progress at a licensed commercial cannabis site in the 1000 block of Bonanza Mine Road in Copperopolis, CA. The reporting person initially reported the burglary, which was captured through video surveillance […]

The Big GABA Pancake Breakfast! This Saturday at White Pines Park! Fuel Up for the Logging Jamboree!!

The Big GABA Pancake Breakfast!  This Saturday at White Pines Park!  Fuel Up for the Logging Jamboree!!

Arnold, CA…Gaba presents Pancake Breakfast! Saturday August 30th 7:00 AM-11:00 AM. Come and support our organization with pancakes, eggs, sausage, orange juice, tea, and coffee before you head to the Friends of Sierra Nevada annual logging jamboree! $15 adults $10 kids Age 5 & under free White Pines Park 1965 Blagen Road Arnold, CA 95223

Successful Search & Rescue Operation Rescues Missing Woman

Successful Search & Rescue Operation Rescues Missing Woman

Sonora, CA…Sunday evening, members of the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue (SAR) team were actively searching in the area of East Bald Mountain Road in Sonora, in response to a recent report, regarding a possible sighting of missing person Barbara Crosby that had occurred earlier in the weekend. https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1BJf1gtcJA/ While conducting the search, SAR […]

Governor Newsom Predeploys more Firefighting Resources to Placer and Calaveras Counties

Governor Newsom Predeploys more Firefighting Resources to Placer and Calaveras Counties

Sacramento, CA…At the direction of Governor Gavin Newsom, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) approved the predeployment of eight additional fire engines and three additional water tenders to Placer and Calavares counties through Tuesday ahead of expected high temperatures, low humidity, and dry lightning. This is on top of resources predeployed earlier […]

Salvatore Fichera, 1948-2025

Salvatore Fichera, 1948-2025

Mountain Ranch, CA…Friends and family gathered on July 26th in Manteca to bid farewell to Salvatore Fichera, 76. Sal was born in San Francisco to Anna and Nathan Fichera and sister, Margaret Ann. Sal spent decades in the city, working, learning, exploring, and expanding his mind. One of the truly great modern Renaissance men, Sal […]

Stanford “Stan” C. Dell’Orto 1954 ~ 2025

Stanford “Stan” C. Dell’Orto 1954 ~ 2025

Mokelumne Hill, CA…Stanford “Stan” C. Dell’Orto May 29, 1954 ~ August 9, 2025 (age 71).  Stanford “Stan” Carl Dell’Orto, 71, of Mokelumne Hill, passed away on August 9, 2025, while riding his horse in the Stanislaus National Forest on his summer grazing allotment, moving cattle alongside his son. Born on May 29, 1954, in San […]

Stanislaus National Forest Responded to Multiple Fire Starts

Stanislaus National Forest Responded to Multiple Fire Starts

Sonora, CA…Across the Stanislaus National Forest, firefighters are responding to multiple starts across the entire forest. Twomile Fire – south of Hull Creek Campground on the Summit Ranger district the fire is ¼ acre with a moderate rate of spread. The crew on scene report two-foot flame lengths. An additional engine has been requested. No […]

Two Suspects Arrested in Murphys After a Disturbance Involving a Knife and DUI

Two Suspects Arrested in Murphys After a Disturbance Involving a Knife and DUI

Murphys, CA…On August 14th, 2025, at approximately 2:00 A.M., deputies responded to a Gas Station in Murphys regarding a report of a verbal altercation involving two individuals who were reported to be unruly and causing a disturbance. It was further reported that an employee was being threatened, and one of the suspects had brandished a […]

Chapel in the Pines August 24th Service, 2025, Sunday Worship

Chapel in the Pines August 24th Service, 2025, Sunday Worship

Arnold, CA…Chapel in the Pines is an Evangelical Covenant church located in the Sierra Nevada mountain community of Arnold. Arnold is an attraction for many visitors due to the many recreation opportunities, such as Big Trees State Park, Bear Valley Ski Resort, Lake Alpine, Ebbetts Pass, and more. Our essential beliefs are summed up in […]

Chili Loves Our Pet Products! Arnold Ace Home Center, Much More Than a Hardware Store!

Chili Loves Our Pet Products! Arnold Ace Home Center, Much More Than a Hardware Store!

Arnold, CA…Chili loves our pet products!  Is your best friend in need of some new gear? Arnold Ace Home Center has everything you need to keep your pets happy and healthy!  We carry a great selection of high-quality Taste of the Wild dog and cat food, packed with real meat and nutrients to fuel their […]