Power Outage Totals Continue to Climb to 21,850 in Amador, Calaveras & Tuolumne
Arnold, CA…The Hwy 88 & 108 Corridors Continue to have the largest number of outages, however there are outages covering much our our coverage area.
13,495 Local PG&E Customers in the Dark to Start Tues Morning
Arnold, CA…By our rough calculations there are 13,495 customers in Amador, Calaveras, Alpine, Tuolumne & Northern Mariposa Counties waking up feeling a bit powerless on this stormy morning. The Hwy 88, 108 & 120 Corridors are bearing the brunt right now with a good sized chunk in the Mokelumne Hill, West Point & Mountain Ranch […]
Bret Harte High School District Cancels Classes Today. Schools to Reopen February 6th
Angels Camp, CA…We spoke with Bret Harte High School District Superintendent Michael Chimente a few minutes ago and due to road conditions and bad weather they are closing schools in the BHUSD for today. Classes at Bret Harte High School, Vallecito and John Vierra High School will resume on Wednesday February 6th.
Mark Twain School District Taking Snow Day on February 5th
Angels Camp & Copperopolis, CA…Because of inclement weather Mark Twain Elementary & Copperopolis Elementary will be closed on February 5th.
Traffic Update….Vehicle Into Water Near Salt Springs Valley Reservoir
Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….Vehicle Into Water Near Salt Springs Valley Reservoir Incident: 00288 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: 5270 Salt Springs Valley Rd Loc Desc: SALT CREEK Lat/Lon: 38.034441 -120.709377 Detail Information 5:24 PM 23 [58] B49-020 1185R PLS // WILL TRY TO GET VEH OO WATER W/ TRACTOR FOR 1185 5:21 PM 22 [56] B49-020 […]
Traffic Update……Mud & Rock Slide Blocks Obyrnes Ferry South of Bridge
Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update……Mud & Rock Slide Blocks Obyrnes Ferry South of Bridge Incident: 00414 Type: Mud/Dirt/Rock Location: Obyrnes Ferry Rd / Old O Byrnes Ferry Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.895150 -120.565097 Detail Information 7:11 PM 4 [9] 1039 CORDS 7:11 PM 3 [8] B61-001 LANES BLOCKED NEED BULLDOZER // EXP 6:50 PM 2 [3] 1039 […]
Winter Storm Warnings & .Hazardous Mountain Travel Continues Through Tuesday
Arnold, CA…Additional winter storms will bring periods of dangerous mountain travel from heavy snow and gusty wind through Tuesday. White out conditions are possible along with chain controls, long travel delays, and even road closures. Travel into the high country is strongly discouraged through early next week. Snow levels are expected to lower to 3500 […]
Next in MTMC ‘A Plan 4 Me’ Series is ‘Focus on Heart Health’ Feb. 26 & Other Events on Heart Health
San Andreas, CA…. “Focus on Heart Health” is the timely topic for the latest in Mark Twain Medical Center’s “A Plan 4 Me” wellness workshop series. Those attending the Feb. 26 event will learn how to keep their heart healthy; how Mark Twain Medical Center supports local cardiac patients, and what types of minimally invasive […]
We Can Help Save Your Life with FREE Cholesterol Tests in February!
San Andreas, CA…February is American Heart Month We are celebrating the American Heart Association’s “Go Red for Women” movement. For 16 years “Go Red” has raised awareness that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women and has also promoted healthy lifestyle choices for everyone. Ve can help save your life! Heart disease is […]
CCWD Gives Cal Poly Students Water & Sewer Plants Tour
Copperopolis, CA…The Calaveras County Water District provided a tour of its water and sewer plants in Copperopolis Monday January 21 to the Society of Environmental Engineers at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. The club is comprised of environmental engineering students at Cal Poly, ranging from freshmen to seniors. Most club members have taken water and […]
CCWD to Conduct Sewer System Smoke Testing in Copperopolis
Copperopolis, CA…The Calaveras County Water District will be conducting smoke testing on the portion of its sewer system along Moccasin Court in Copperopolis from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday January 31. CCWD uses smoke testing to inspect main sewer lines and laterals. Smoke testing consists of blowing smoke mixed with large volumes of air […]
Early Morning Collision in Copperopolis Leads to Closure of Reeds Turnpike
Copperopolis, CA…Early Morning Collision in Copperopolis Leads to Closure of Reeds Turnpike. Details are below… BENARDO WAS TRAVELING EASTBOUND ON REEDS TURNPIKE AT ABOUT 30 MPH. AUBREY WAS TRAVELING EASTBOUND ON REEDS TURNPIKE ABOUT 50 YARDS BEHIND BENARDO. JUST EAST OF JACKSON STREET, BENARDO CAME TO A SLIGHT CURVE TO HIS RIGHT, BUT FAILED TO […]
Traffic Update….Early Morning Injury Collision Closes Reeds Turnpike
Copperopolis, CA…Early Morning Injury Collision Closes Reeds Turnpike. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00017 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Reeds Tpke / Main St Loc Desc: JWO OBYRNES FERRY Lat/Lon: 37.977383 -120.637554 Detail Information 5:20 AM 13 [25] *** ISSUE SIGALERT REEDS TPKE AT MAIN STREET IS CLOSED DUE TO A COLLISION. IT […]
Traffic Update….4-5 Cows in Roadway Near Arrowhead St / Moccasin Ct
Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….4-5 Cows in Roadway Near Arrowhead St / Moccasin Ct Incident: 00196 Type: Traffic Hazard Location: Arrowhead St / Moccasin Ct Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.915529 -120.617613 Detail Information 2:19 PM 2 [2] 1039 AIROLA 209-736-2639 / NEG ANSWER 2:14 PM 1 [1] 4-5 COWS IN THE RDWY Unit Information 2:15 PM 2 Unit […]
We Can Help Save Your Life with Free Cholesterol Tests in February
San Andreas, CA…We Can Help Save Your Life with Free Cholesterol Tests in February
Traffic Update….Vehicle into Propane Tank on Obyrnes Ferry Road…Possible Law Enforcement Situation
Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….Vehicle into Propane Tank on Obyrnes Ferry Road…Possible Law Enforcement Situation. Incident: 00182 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: 7260 Obyrnes Ferry Rd Loc Desc: X DUCHESS Lat/Lon: 37.896320 -120.573393 Detail Information 1:22 PM 5 [15] BELONGS TO SUBURBAN PROPANE — MNGR ETA W/I HR 1:09 PM 4 [10] [Rotation Request Comment] *** 1039 […]
MTUSD Board Holding Study Session on January 23rd
Angels Camp, CA…Here is the Mark Twain Union Elementary School District’s Agenda for the Study Session on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 in the District Boardroom at 981 Tuolumne Ave, Angels Camp. The public is encouraged to attend as the Board will be reviewing the LCAP and Budget. To view the full board packet click the link […]
Traffic Update….Overturned Vehicle Near Sr4 / Pool Station Rd
Angels Camp, CA…Traffic Update….Overturned Vehicle Near Sr4 / Pool Station Rd. The party was initially reported as trapped in the vehicle but it has been downgraded to a non-injury collision. Hwy 4 will have to be briefly closed for vehicle removal. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00093 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr4 […]
Calaveras County has Sand Bags and Sand Available for Residents at 9 Locations
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County has Sand Bags and Sand Available for Residents at 9 Locations. In preparation of the heavy rain and potential flooding predicted for this week the Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services and Public Works Department have stocked the following locations with sand bags and sand. Please limit the number of sand […]
Bret Harte Calling for Athletic Hall of Fame Nominations
Angels Camp, CA…Bret Harte High School is accepting nominations for foremost and dedicated student athletes, coaches and friends of Bret Harte Athletics to honor in the Bret Harte Athletic Hall of Fame induction class of 2019. This special honor will recognize members of the Bret Harte family who have distinguished themselves as outstanding contributors to […]
CCWD Hires Michael Minkler as New General Manager
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Michael Minkler has been hired as the new general manager of the District. The Board unanimously approved his contract on Wednesday January 9, and his first day on the job will be February 19. In November, CCWD’s general manager of […]
Traffic Update….Collision Near Copper Cove Ct / Obyrnes Ferry Rd
Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….Collision Near Copper Cove Ct / Obyrnes Ferry Rd. Incident: 00039 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Copper Cove Ct / Obyrnes Ferry Rd Loc Desc: COPPER COVE Lat/Lon: 37.940002 -120.605451 Detail Information 6:01 AM 9 [20] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1179-Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt to 1182-Trfc Collision-No Inj by CHP 5:52 AM 8 [15] […]
Lots of Snow & Rain Along the West Slope of Northern Sierra Nevada This Week.
Bear Valley, CA…The National Weather Service Sacramento is forecasting a busy weather week for our area along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Rain and snow. Breezy. Highs 23 to 38 higher elevations…36 to 45 lower elevations. Snow accumulation of 4 to 10 inches. Snow level 3500 feet. Prevailing south winds 5 to 15 […]
Traffic Update….Vehicle vs Woman on Stagecoach Drive
Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….Vehicle vs Woman on Stagecoach Drive. A woman ran over herself with a vehicle. Incident: 00433 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: 3165 Stagecoach Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 37.961045 -120.676792 Detail Information 11:08 PM 1 [3] SHE SOMEHOW RAN OVER HERSELF W/HER VEH
Squatters Arrested for Burglary and Other Charges in Copperopolis
Copperopolis, CA…On 12-16-18 the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office received a report of subjects possibly living in or “squatting” in a vacant residence. Deputies initiated an investigation into the property located in the 4000 block of Edgewater Court in Copperopolis. Deputies were able to confirm that this residence was not “vacant”. Deputies made contact with the […]
Bret Harte Senior Linda Crabtree Wins VFW Speech Contest
Angels Camp, CA…Bret Harte Senior Linda Crabtree took first place in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Voices of Democracy speech contest. Her speech addressed the theme: Why My Vote Matters. Her first place speech has earned her a trip to Sacramento to represent VFW District #13 and VFW James D. Piper Post #12118 from Copperopolis. […]
A Bit of Everything in the Weather Week Ahead
Arnold, CA…We will have a bit of everything this week along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. According to NWS Sacramento our outlook is… Today Mostly cloudy. At lower elevations, a chance of rain showers. At higher elevations, a chance of snow showers in the morning, then a chance of rain and snow showers in […]
Chips for Kids Toy Drive 2018
San Andreas, CA…The California Highway Patrol and Santa’s Express, are once again, teaming up for the annual CHiPs for Kids Toy Drive. The toys will be given to hospitalized and disadvantaged children in Calaveras County just before the Christmas holiday. You can help by bringing new, unwrapped, toys which will be donated to Santa’s Express. […]
Traffic Update….Subaru Outback Totaled in Collision with Deer Near Hwy 4 & Horseshoe Ln
Copperopolis, CA…Traffic Update….Subaru Outback Totaled in Collision with Deer Near Hwy 4 & Horseshoe Ln Incident: 00078 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr4 / Horseshoe Ln Loc Desc: EB Lat/Lon: 37.955916 -120.686678 Detail Information 8:02 AM 4 [7] SAGD // PER PSBY TO RP – UTL ON ANY DEER IN RDWY STILL 8:01 AM 3 […]
Copper Valley, LLC has Purchased Copperopolis Town Square, Saddle Creek & All Castle & Cook Calaveras Properties
Copperopolis, CA….Copper Valley, LLC announces that on November 15th, 2018 it closed escrow on the entire Calaveras County real estate portfolio owned by Castle & Cooke. The acquisition included the Saddle Creek Golf Resort (www.saddlecreekresort.com), a semi-private golf club and residential community located in the picturesque Sierra Foothills, the Copperopolis Town Square a partially completed […]