Shop Local & Save at Arnold Ace Home Center’s Big “Wrap It In Red” Sale Going on Now!
Arnold, CA…Shop Local & Save at Arnold Ace Home Center’s Big “Wrap It In Red” Sale Going on Now!
Hwy 4 Over Ebbetts Pass Now Officially in Hibernation Until Spring
Bear Valley, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed State Route 4 (SR-4) for the winter as of Wednesday, November 29, 2017. The recent storms, and accumulation of snow, make the seasonal closure necessary for the safety of motorists and Caltrans crews. The weather conditions on the pass and subsequent road conditions are among the […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Specials Through December 5th
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Specials Through December 5th Larger Images Are Below
Celebrate the Season with a Local Tradition and a Holiday Classic: Studio 4 Dance Theater’s “The Nutcracker,” December 14-16, 2017 in Angels Camp
Angels Camp, CA…It’s beginning to look a lot like… Nutcracker! Studio 4 Dance Theater will present the ninth annual production of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker” ballet, December 14-16, 2017 at the Bret Harte Theater in Angels Camp. Reserved seats for this acclaimed annual production are available for lower-priced advance purchase beginning November 9, 2017 […]
Traffic Update…School Bus Off Roadway Near Hwy 4 & Big Meadow
Bear Valley, CA…CHP is reporting a school bus off the roadway near Hwy 4 and Cabbage Patch or Big Meadow. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00081 Type: Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj Location: Sr4 / Big Mdw Loc Desc: SR4 AT CABBAGE PATCH Lat/Lon: 38.415529 -120.118538 Close Detail Information 8:08 AM 1 [1] SCHOOL BUS […]
In The Analog World Chains are Required on Hwys 88, 4 & 108 on Cyber Monday
Arnold, CA…Caltrans has chains required from East of Arnold on up on Hwy 4, from Dew Drop Inn on up on Hwy 88 & from east of Twain Harte up on Hwy 108. Please be careful out there this morning… SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM THE EAST END OF LAKE […]
Winter Returns as Colder System Rolls in Tonight
Bear Valley, CA…Winter returns as a colder system moves through our area. For the rest Of Today At lower elevations, a slight chance of rain late in the morning, then heavy rain in the afternoon. At higher elevations, rain early in the afternoon. Rain and snow late in the afternoon. Windy. Highs 44 to 59 […]
It’s Winterfest Weekend as Bear Valley Comes Alive for the 2017/18 Season
Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley Mountain Open for Food, Drinks, Retail, Repair and Guest Services. The slopes need a little more help from Mother Nature so we will not be opening lifts this weekend, however, there will be lots of fun to have on and off the mountain. Come for breakfast or lunch at the Ebbetts Grill on […]
Great Local Black Friday Savings At Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances
Angels Camp, CA…Great Local Black Friday Savings At Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances. Family owned and operated since 1955, Middleton’s Mark twain Center, Inc was originally Calaveras Mercantile bought be Hank and Matilda Middleton in 1955. Starting as a furniture, feed, fabric and appliance business in the original 1500 sq. ft. location proved to not meet […]
Curious Students Whet Appetite for Knowledge at “Dinner with a Scientist”
San Andreas, CA…More than 110 local students and teachers enjoyed an enlightening, progressive dinner with 17 enthusiastic science professionals at the 2017 Calaveras/Amador “Dinner with a Scientist” on Thursday, November 16 in Calaveras River Academy/Mountain Oaks gymnasium in San Andreas. The evening was hosted by the Calaveras County Office of Education with funding from the […]
Sonora Pass Closed For Winter… Ebbetts Pass Closed but May Reopen!
Alpine, Tuolumne, Mono and Inyo Counties – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces the seasonal closure of Sonora Pass (SR-108) due to accumulations of snow and ice on this route. Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor Chris Baker encountered 8″ of snow covering a thick sheet of ice that stopped his progress at about 8,000′ on the […]
You’ll Be Thankful for These Savings At Arnold Ace Home Center
Arnold, CA…You’ll Be Thankful for These Savings At Arnold Ace Home Center
Dr. Smart of MTHD Speaks at Independence Hall on November 30th
Arnold, CA…On Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 6pm at Independence Hall in Arnold, Dr. Randall Smart, Executive Director of the Mark Twain Health Care District will address residents of Ebbetts Pass on the state of health care in Calaveras County. Dignity Health’s current contract with the district expires in 2019. The health care district will […]
The “Mokelumne Express” Towers Are In For Bear Valley’s New High Speed Six Chair Lift!
Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley has given an update on progress on the new “Mokelumne Express” Lift…”What an incredible bluebird day for flying. Work began at 7am today with temps hovering around 19-22 degrees. Started with a safety & planning briefing then the crews headed out to their positions. The speed at which these multi-thousand pound […]
California Hospital Association’s Rural Healthcare Center Advisory Board Taps Mark Twain Medical Center CEO Bob Diehl as New Appointee to Focus on Access to Care for Rural Hospitals
San Andreas, CA…Dignity Health announced that Bob Diehl, President and CEO of Mark Twain Medical Center, has been named to the California Hospital Association’s Rural Healthcare Center Advisory Board. Diehl’s three-year term begins Jan. 1, 2018. “I’m excited to join an advisory board that is committed to meeting the healthcare needs of patients in rural […]
Tis the Season as Chain Controls in Effect on Local Highways
Arnold, CA…The precipitation and the nip in the air is bring snow to the high country. Sonora, Ebbetts & Tioga Passes are closed. Ebbetts is closed at the east end of Lake Alpine, Sonora is closed 26.4 miles of Strawberry or just over a marathon’s length from Strawberry. Chain controls from Tamarack on up Hwy […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Specials Through November 28th!! The Big Thanksgiving Ad!
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Specials Through November 28th!! The Big Thanksgiving Ad! Larger Images Are Below
Winter is Here, at Least for the Next Few Days.
Arnold, CA…Winter has arrived along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada according to the National Weather Service. Today Rain at lower elevations…and rain and snow at higher elevations. Highs 35 to 50 higher elevations…44 to 59 lower elevations. No snow accumulation lower elevations…3 to 5 inches higher elevations. Snow level 6500 feet increasing to above […]
The Outhouse Collection Holiday Open House Benefit for Arnold Angels
The Outhouse Collection Holiday Open House Benefit for Arnold Angels Come celebrate the season! Sunday November 19th 4pm-7pm Join us for wine and goodies and gifts Raffle prizes Free pair of snoozie slippers with any donation to Arnold Angels 10% of sales will be donated to Arnold Angels 925 Highway 4, Arnold CA (209) 795-2994
The “Mokelumne Express” is Name Chosen for Bear Valley’s New High Speed Six Seat Chair
Bear Valley, CA…From Bear Valley’s website…”The name of the new high speed chair is the Mokelumne “Moke” Express! There were 40+ entries with this name and each entry will receive an unrestricted lift ticket for the 17/18 season. In addition, from this group we will hold a drawing for 6 season passes on Nov 22, […]
Calaveras Big Trees State Park to Begin Prescribed Burning Program this Week
Arnold, Calif. – Weather permitting, Calaveras Big Trees State Park will begin its annual fall prescribed burning program this week of November 13. The park has been conducting prescribed burns since 1976. The overall goal of prescribed burning is to mimic the natural role that fire plays in the ecosystem. Fire reduces harmful forest insects, […]
The Big 25th Annual Dorrington Christmas Tree Lighting is Nov. 25th
Dorrington, CA…The Big 25th Annual Dorrington Christmas Tree Lighting is Nov. 25th
Student Athletes Sign Collegiate Letters of Intent at Bret Harte
Angels Camp, CA…Three student athletes signed their official letter of intent to pursue their athletic and academic interests next year at the collegiate level at a ceremony held at Bret Harte Union High School on November 9, 2017. Senior Katie Juarez signed with Valley City State University in Valley City, North Dakota where she will […]
Big Trees Market Weekly ad and Specials Through November 14th
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market Weekly ad and Specials Through November 14th Larger Images are Below
“Tackle Your Health” Sparks Men’s Health Conversation
San Andreas, CA…It’s a fact, most men do not talk about their health – with family, friends or especially with a physician. That’s changing in Calaveras County where four community-minded men are speaking out on the topic during Men’s Health Month in November. Bret Harte High School Coach Casey Kester, Calaveras High School Coach Jason […]
Sonora & Tioga Passes Reopen, Ebbetts Remains Closed Due to Icy Sections
Pinecrest, CA…Sonora Pass(SR-108) is now open as of 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. Ebbetts Pass (SR-4) remains closed due to the accumulation of ice on the road. Our maintenance crews report that they will try to keep Sonora Pass open as long as possible until the next storm and conditions remain safe. Ebbetts […]
The Big Arnold Ace Home Center Trim A Tree Ad
Arnold, CA…The Big Arnold Ace Home Center Trim A Tree Ad Pages and Pages of Savings Below
As Much as Two Feet of High Country Snow Heading Our Way
Bear Valley, CA…From the National Weather Service for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Mostly sunny in the morning, then partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Highs 42 to 57 higher elevations…52 to 60 lower elevations. Prevailing southeast winds up to 10 mph shifting to the southwest in the […]
Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Specials Through November 7th
Arnold, CA…Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Specials Through November 7th Larger Images are Below
Men’s Health is Workshop Focus for the Month of November
San Andreas, CA…Men’s health is the topic of a free workshop on Nov. 9 at Mark Twain Medical Center. “Tackle Your Health” is the theme for the 10 a. m. to noon event focusing on lifestyle and health resources for men. A variety of presenters and health resource organizations will be featured and lunch is […]