San Andreas Man & Copperopolis Woman Lost Their Lives in Hwy 12 Collision

San Andreas Man & Copperopolis Woman Lost Their Lives in Hwy 12 Collision

San Andreas, CA…John Bandy, 23 from San Andreas & Faith Romero, 21 from Copperopolis lost their lives on September 1st in a head on collision on Hwy 12 near Brauns Way. The sad details are below… ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2024, AT APPROXIMATELY 2122 HOURS, PARTY #1 (JOHN THOMAS EARL BANDY) WAS DRIVING HIS 1993 GMC […]

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Overturned UHaul Collision Near Obyrnes Ferry Rd / Pyle Rd

Traffic Update….Possible Injury Overturned UHaul Collision Near Obyrnes Ferry Rd / Pyle Rd

Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….Possible Injury Overturned UHaul Collision Near Obyrnes Ferry Rd / Pyle Rd Incident: 0261 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Obyrnes Ferry Rd / Pyle Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.967489 -120.621216 Detail Information 6:04 PM 13 [25] 1039 3A TO 1022 CALL 6:04 PM 12 [24] A49-002 1022 3A // 1185R FOR TOYT NEG […]

Page Liggett 1937 ~ 2024

Page Liggett 1937 ~ 2024

Copperopolis, CA…Page Liggett September 1, 1937 ~ August 9, 2024 (age 86) An obituary is not available at this time for Page Liggett. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Page Liggett, please visit our floral store. Services Direct Cremation Wednesday August […]

Traffic Update….Overturned Vehicle Collision Near Sr4 / Horseshoe Ln

Traffic Update….Overturned Vehicle Collision Near Sr4 / Horseshoe Ln

Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….Overturned Vehicle Collision Near Sr4 / Horseshoe Ln Incident: 0070 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: Sr4 / Horseshoe Ln Loc Desc: I/S Lat/Lon: 37.955916 -120.686678 Detail Information 7:59 AM 13 [31] 1039 SAM BERRI FOR 3RD 1185 [Shared] 7:58 AM 12 [30] A49-002 ADDL 1185 [Shared] 7:49 AM 11 [29] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed […]

Independence Day, Fireworks, and More 4th of July Fun ~ CVB Feature

Independence Day, Fireworks, and More 4th of July Fun ~ CVB Feature

Angels Camp, CA…Here in Calaveras, we take Independence Day very seriously. That’s why we start our Independence Day celebrations early—in June to be exact. Read on to find all of the best parades and fireworks in Calaveras for 4th of July celebrations throughout the county.      ⚠️PLEASE REMEMBER: Calaveras County is a high fire risk zone. […]

Hwy 4 Reopens Through Aero Fire Area

Hwy 4 Reopens Through Aero Fire Area

Copperopolis, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announced that State Route 4 (SR-4) in Calaveras County has now re-opened to traffic after a full highway closure due to the Aero Fire near the town of Copperopolis. Route 4 was initially closed in both directions at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Monday, June 17, 2024, due to […]

Aero Fire Evacuation Warnings Lifted & Repopulation Begins

Aero Fire Evacuation Warnings Lifted & Repopulation Begins

Copperopolis, CA…Evacuation Warnings: All Evacuation Warnings have been lifted for Calaveras County. Evacuation Orders: CCU – 147-C, CCU – 152-B, CCU – 153-B, CCU -168-B. Road Closures: Pyle Rd at O’ Byrnes Ferry Rd, Rock Creek at Highway 4, Britchen Dr at the fire perimeter line, Rock Creek at the fire perimeter line. TUOLUMNE COUNTY […]

Aero Fire, 33% Contained, 5,351 Acres, Smoke Output Drops Significantly, Hwy 4 Still Closed

Aero Fire, 33% Contained, 5,351 Acres, Smoke Output Drops Significantly, Hwy 4 Still Closed

Copperopolis, CA…CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit transitioned the fire to CAL FIRE Incident Management Team 3 at 10:30am. Moderate fire behavior was observed by firefighters today with pockets of heat in heavy fuels and embers from trees torching continue to have the potential to impact the fireline. Typical seasonal weather will remain over the fire area […]

All Bret Harte & Mark Twain School Programs Closed Tuesday & Wednesday

All Bret Harte & Mark Twain School Programs Closed Tuesday & Wednesday

Angels Camp, CA…All Summer School & Special Education programs will be closed Tuesday do to the Aero Fire & Wednesday for Juneteeth. Summer School at Mark Twain is closed tomorrow. Summer School at Bret Harte is closed tomorrow. All Special Education Programs are closed tomorrow. All School programs are closed Wednesday in observance of the […]

Calaveras Sheriff’s Office & Calaveras OES on 1,500 Acre Aero Fire, Evac Centers, Animal Shelters, Etc

Calaveras Sheriff’s Office & Calaveras OES on 1,500 Acre Aero Fire, Evac Centers, Animal Shelters, Etc

Copperopolis, CA…Update: The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office in coordination with Calaveras OES is continuing to monitor the wildfire in Copperopolis. Here are the latest updates: Fire Status: The wildfire has reached roughly 1,500 acres. 5,000 residents are without power. Road Closures: Highway 4 at Little John Road (Highway 4 at Obyrnes Ferry) is closed. Pool […]

Aero Fire Now Over 1,000 Acres, Hwy 4 Closed from Little John to Pool Stations, Evacuations Centers Opening

Aero Fire Now Over 1,000 Acres, Hwy 4 Closed from Little John to Pool Stations, Evacuations Centers Opening

Copperopolis, CA…The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to monitor the wildfire near Areo Road in Copperopolis. Here are the latest updates: The wildfire has reached 1,000 acres. Highway 4 is closed between Little John Road and and Pool Station Road. Evacuation Centers: Valley Springs Veterans Hall (189 Pine Street, Valley Springs) for residents west […]

Traffic & Fire Update…(Updated)…Aero Fire Now Over 900 Acres & Evacuation Warnings, Hwy 4 Closed from Town Square to Pool Station)

Traffic & Fire Update…(Updated)…Aero Fire Now Over 900 Acres & Evacuation Warnings, Hwy 4 Closed from Town Square to Pool Station)

Copperopolis, CA…The now over 900 acre wind driven Aero Fire from Cal Fire TCU…”#Aerofire The fire has grown to 500 acres. Hwy 4 is closed from Rock Creek Rd and Pool Station Road near Aero Rd and Hunt Rd. Copperopolis (Calaveras County)” “Firefighters are at scene of the 150 acre vegetation fire with rapid rate […]

Music in the Parks 2024

Music in the Parks 2024

San Andreas, CA…We are elated to share our Music in the Parks schedule with everyone! Don’t forget your picnic basket, lawn chairs, blankets, dancing shoes and bug spray when you make the venture out on Wednesday nights. For more information on the musicians, you can find each of them on Facebook. We look forward to […]

Traffic & Fire Update…Fire Reported at 5223 Chuckwagon Drive (Updated 1 to 2 Acres)

Traffic & Fire Update…Fire Reported at 5223 Chuckwagon Drive (Updated 1 to 2 Acres)

Copperopolis, CA…(Update….Reported as 1 to 2 acres and they are canceling additional resources and have forward progress stopped. Great work everyone!!) Traffic & Fire Update…Fire Reported at 5223 Chuckwagon Drive Incident: 0292 Type: Report of Fire Location: 5223 Chuckwagon Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.997853 -120.700445 Detail Information NO DETAILS

CCWD Secures an Additional $11.2 Million in Federal Funding

CCWD Secures an Additional $11.2 Million in Federal Funding

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District (CCWD) secured $11.2 million from the Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) in the 2024 federal budget to construct the enhancement of the Copper Cove Wastewater Treatment Plant and Reclamation Facility. The funds are part of the Section 219 Environmental Infrastructure program run by the Army Corps, which […]

Mornings with the One Percent™ Board of Supervisors Votes to Keep Funding Wagon Trail Project!

Mornings with the One Percent™ Board of Supervisors Votes to Keep Funding Wagon Trail Project!

Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings. The premise for the show is that the USDA ranked all 3,142 counties or county equivalents in the USA on a livability or desirability scale based on factors such as climate, scenic beauty, bodies of water for recreation, humidity and much more. All of our […]

The 23rd Annual Hot Copper Car Show is May 4th! Don’t Miss It!

The 23rd Annual Hot Copper Car Show is May 4th!  Don’t Miss It!

Copperopolis, CA…Mark your calendar for the 23rd Annual Hot Copper Car Show, a fundraising event for the Copperopolis Lake Tulloch Lions Club and one of Northern California’s biggest car shows! The event features classic, custom cars, trucks and motorcycles. In addition, there will be a raffle, live music, art & craft vendors and great food […]

John “Dave” David Glenn 1939 ~ 2024

John “Dave” David Glenn 1939 ~ 2024

Copperopolis, CA…John “Dave” David Glenn March 25, 1939 ~ April 22, 2024 (age 85). John “Dave” David Glenn, 85, passed away on April 22, 2024, in Martinez, CA. John was born on March 25, 1939, in UT to parents Darwin and Donna Glenn. A Graveside service will be held at People’s Cemetery in San Andreas, […]

A Hidden Doobie & Tail of Reunion and in Copperopolis

A Hidden Doobie & Tail of Reunion and in Copperopolis

Copperopolis, CA…On April 21st, 2024, the town of Copperopolis witnessed a dispute between housemates that required intervention from the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office. What started as a civil standby during a roommate’s move-out worsened when it was discovered that Doobie, the beloved one-year-old schnauzer of one of the roommates, had been reported missing. During the […]

Word Wizards Converge at the 53rd Annual Calaveras County Spelling Bee Championship

Word Wizards Converge at the 53rd Annual Calaveras County Spelling Bee Championship

San Andreas – On April 10, 2024, the gymnasium at Calaveras River Academy/Mountain Oaks was alive with the spirit of competition as the 53rd Annual Calaveras County Spelling Bee Championship unfolded. This year’s bee featured 25 students from 5 Calaveras County Schools. Students from Avery Middle School, Copperopolis Elementary, Sierra Hills Education Center, Toyon Middle […]

Public Forum on Calaveras Telephone Company to Modify Intrastate Revenue Requirement and Rate Design and Adjust Selected Rates

Public Forum on Calaveras Telephone Company to Modify Intrastate Revenue Requirement and Rate Design and Adjust Selected Rates

Copperopolis, CA…The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) invites customers of Calaveras Telephone Company (Calaveras) to a remote public forum on Calaveras’ rate case. This is an opportunity for customers to voice their opinions and concerns directly to the CPUC on matters affecting their telephone service. When: March 18, 2024, 6 p.m. What: The public forum will begin […]