Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Log For September 20th

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Log For September 20th

Sonora, CA… Tuolumne County Sheriff’s log for September 20th is enclosed. TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF Tuesday, September 20, 2016 09/21/2016 00:08 SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE CHECK 1609200001 Officer initiated activity at Red Heather Dr/Spanish Grant Dr, Sonora.Summary: Contacted a subject sleeping in a vehicle. He advised he was homeless and slept in his vehicle. No suspicious circumstances were […]

Sequoia Home Health and Companion Care Company Comes To Sonora

Sequoia Home Health and Companion Care Company Comes To Sonora

Sonora, CA…– The Tuolumne County Economic Development Authority is proud to announce that Sequoia Home Health and Companion Care is expanding its territory beyond their current Clovis/Fresno area and now have a new office in Sonora, California. Over the next few months Sequoia Home Health and Companion Care will be creating forty to fifty new […]

State Water Board Releases Draft Flow Objectives For Souther Delta That Could Impact New Melones Water Levels

State Water Board Releases Draft Flow Objectives For Souther Delta That Could Impact New Melones Water Levels

Sacramento, CA…The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) staff today released a draft proposal to update water quality requirements for salinity in the southern Delta and water flows in major tributaries to the San Joaquin River (the Stanislaus, Tuolumne, and Merced Rivers), which drain into the southern Delta. The refined salinity requirements reflect […]

‘The Most Legendary Nose In Literature’ Comes To Sierra Repertory Theatre

‘The Most Legendary Nose In Literature’ Comes To Sierra Repertory Theatre

Sonora, CA…Sierra Repertory Theatre presents Edmond Rostand’s romantic play, Cyrano, at its East Sonora Theatre. The most legendary nose in literature gets a makeover with a lively American adaptation of the 1897 French classic. With its original setting and the glorious costumes of 17th century France, this classic romantic comedy has been given a 21st […]

An Evening Walk in the Cemetery: Columbia’s Stories In Stone Tour Is Back

An Evening Walk in the Cemetery:  Columbia’s  Stories In Stone Tour Is Back

Columbia, CA…Friends of Columbia State Historic Park is proud to once again host the Stories in Stone Cemetery Tour at the historic Columbia Cemetery on September 23, 24, 25 and October 1. This once-a-year evening event will be led by costumed volunteers holding lanterns to light the way. Guests will stop at specific gravesites where […]

“A Changing Landscape: Tree Mortality In The Sierra Nevada”

“A Changing Landscape: Tree Mortality In The Sierra Nevada”

Sonora, CA…Leading national researchers and local experts on forest transition will be the featured speakers at a free community event presented by the Columbia College Foundation Thursday evening, October 6. “A Changing Landscape: Tree Mortality in the Sierra Nevada,” a two-hour evening program at the Sonora High School Auditorium, will be moderated by Columbia College […]

Prescribed Fire For Mariposa Grove In Yosemite National Park

Prescribed Fire For Mariposa Grove In Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park, CA…Yosemite National Park fire managers are planning a 137 acre Mariposa Grove prescribed fire in the coming weeks, weather and air quality permitting. Ignition will take approximately two to three days with an additional seven to 14 days of active burn down. Smoke will be present during the prescribed fire and in […]

Volunteers Needed For National Public Lands Day

Volunteers Needed For National Public Lands Day

Sonora, CA… To celebrate National Public Lands Day, the Groveland District is hosting a volunteer work day on Saturday, September 24th to repair and resurface a raft and kayak launch at the popular Merals Pool put-in on the Tuolumne Wild and Scenic River. Project work will include clearing out brush and downed trees, moving dirt […]

Oakdale Graduate Living Dream On The USS O’Kane

Oakdale Graduate Living Dream On The USS O’Kane

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-HICKAM, HI… A 2014 East Stanislaus High School graduate and Oakdale, California native is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the guided-missile destroyer, USS O’Kane. Seaman Apprentice Samuel Miller is a damage controlman aboard the forward-deployed Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer operating out of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii. A Navy damage controlman […]

Arson Arrest Made In Columbia

Arson Arrest Made In Columbia

Columbia, CA…On 09/19/16 at approx. 0055 hours, deputies were called out to Columbia Gem Motel for an attempted arson that had just occurred. Contact was made with the owner of the motel who reported that other small arson fires had occurred at the motel on 09/18/2016. The owner said Catherine Park was staying at the […]

Surgeon Joins Sierra Vascular And General Surgery Associates

Surgeon Joins Sierra Vascular And General Surgery Associates

Sonora, CA… Sonora Regional Medical Center is pleased to welcome Phong Dargon, MD, to Sierra Vascular and General Surgery Associates. Dr. Dargon completed fellowship training in Vascular Surgery at Loma Linda University after completing his residency in General Surgery at Oregon Health and Science University. He earned his undergraduate degree from Wheaton College in Illinois […]

Farm Bureau Hosts Candidates Night For TUD Election

Farm Bureau Hosts Candidates Night For TUD Election

Sonora, CA…Tuolumne County Farm Bureau will host a Candidates Night especially for those running for the Tuolumne Utilities District Board of Directors positions. The event will be held on Thursday, October 13th in the Board of Supervisors Chamber on the 4th floor of the county building at 2 S. Green Street. The doors will open […]

Caltrans And Fish And Wildlife Urge Motorists To Be Alert During Watch Out For Wildlife Week

Caltrans And Fish And Wildlife Urge Motorists To Be Alert During  Watch Out For Wildlife Week

Sacramento, CA…Caltrans and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) remind motorists to remain alert for wildlife on roadways during Watch Out for Wildlife Week, which runs September 18-24. “We urge motorists to remain alert and be cautious when traveling through wildlife areas, so our roadways will remain as safe as possible,” said Caltrans […]

Domestic Violence Shelter Funding And Disaster Tax Relief Extensions Help Victims

Domestic Violence Shelter Funding And Disaster Tax Relief Extensions Help Victims

Sacramento, CA… The Governor signed two bills strongly supported by the Chairwoman of the California State Board of Equalization (BOE) Fiona Ma, CPA, to help victims of domestic violence and businesses devastated by natural disasters. AB 1399 (Baker) will create a checkoff box on California personal income tax return forms which will allow Californian’s to donate […]

Specialist Joins Sierra OB/GYN

Specialist Joins Sierra OB/GYN

(Sonora, CA) – Sonora Regional Medical Center is pleased to welcome Timothy Nardine, MD, a physician specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology who has joined Sierra OB/GYN and is accepting new patients. Dr. Nardine’s goal is to build relationships with patients based on evidence-based, compassionate care with a focus on prevention, practical advice, and optimal medical […]

Weekly Caltrans Road Repair & Maintenance Schedule Through September 24th

Weekly Caltrans Road Repair & Maintenance Schedule Through September 24th

Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]

Mother Lode Bonsai Club Offers Shohin Workshop On Oct. 1st

Mother Lode Bonsai Club  Offers Shohin Workshop On Oct. 1st

San Andreas, CA…Vince Owyoung of Stockton will lead a demonstration and workshop on shohin-size bonsai, following the Mother Lode Bonsai Club’s 10:00 a.m. meeting on Saturday, October 1. It will be held at the San Andreas Central Library, 1299 Gold Hunter Road (off Mountain Ranch Road) in San Andreas. The public is invited to attend. […]

Fourth Annual Ladies Night Out For Breast Health Awareness

Fourth Annual Ladies Night Out For Breast Health Awareness

Sonora, CA… October is National Breast Health Awareness Month and Sonora Regional Medical Center is hosting the fourth annual Ladies Night Out to help the community celebrate life and as a reminder for everyone to get their recommended screenings. Ladies Night Out is scheduled from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, October 6, in historic downtown […]

9th Annual “Ride For Autism” Sunday October 9th 2016

9th Annual “Ride For Autism” Sunday October 9th 2016

Burson, CA…The Tri-County Autism Group, TAG, is excited to announce their 9th Annual Ride for Autism, on Sunday October 9th, 2016. Registration for the ride will be from 9-11am, at El Torero Restaurant located at 2869 W.Highway 12, in Burson Ca. The pack ride will commence immediately following sign ups, touring through Calaveras, Amador and […]

Sonora Bach Festival Opens 40th Season With Baroque Singalong

Sonora Bach Festival Opens 40th Season With Baroque Singalong

Sonora, CA…The Sonora Bach Festival, will be holding a Baroque Singalong on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 2:00. The event, featuring choral music from the time of Bach, Vivaldi and Handel, will be held the Church of the 49ers, 11155 Jackson Street, Columbia CA. Admission for singers or listeners is $5.00. Tickets are available online […]

Railtown 1897 Offers “Harvest Haunt Express” Train Rides Every Weekend In October

Railtown 1897 Offers “Harvest Haunt Express”  Train Rides Every Weekend In October

Jamestown, CA… California State Parks, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park (SHP) and the California State Railroad Museum Foundation are proud to offer family-friendly “Harvest Haunt Express” train rides on all weekends in October 2016. With the train whimsically decorated for Halloween and staffed by a “skeleton crew,” the popular train rides take place aboard an […]

Local Smiles, Service & Savings From Sonora Ford!

Local Smiles, Service & Savings From Sonora Ford!

Sonora, CA…We have a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing! If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on CarFinder, fill out the form, […]

Deer Hunting Season Starts On The Stanislaus National Forest September 17th

Deer Hunting Season Starts On The Stanislaus National Forest September 17th

Sonora, CA…California’s 2016 general deer season will open on Saturday, Sept. 17 and hunters are reminded about Fire Restrictions and outdoor safety on the forest. Wildfires continue to burn throughout California and much of the state remains at high risk for wildfires. Due to the Fire Restrictions on the High and Moderate Hazard Areas, a […]

Fire Update….”Old Fire” Battle Enters Final Stages, Holding At 150 Acres, One Injury To Firefighter

Fire Update….”Old Fire” Battle Enters Final Stages, Holding At 150 Acres, One Injury To Firefighter

Groveland, CA…The fire is currently 150 acres and burning through brushy vegetation and beetle-killed trees and is currently 70% contained. We do not anticipate fire movement or spread. Crews will work to secure and hold established lines and continue mop up operations. Areas with high tree mortality, particularly falling snags, are presenting increased firefighter safety […]

Quick Work By Money Mart Staff Leads To Arrest Of Waterford Couple For Financial Fraud

Quick Work By Money Mart Staff Leads To Arrest Of Waterford Couple For Financial Fraud

Sonora, CA…Quick thinking and work by Money Mart staff and the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Department led to the arrest of an out of area couple for what appears to be serial financial fraud. “Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the Money Mart in the Junction Shopping Center for a report that 36 year old David […]

“Old” Fire At 100 Acres & 25% Containment As Of This Morning

“Old” Fire At 100 Acres & 25% Containment As Of This Morning

Groveland, CA…The fire is currently 100 acres and burning through brushy vegetation and beetle-killed trees. There is moderate fire spotting and beetle-killed tree torching. The fire is currently 25% contained Beetle-killed trees are presenting safety hazards for crews on the ground with an increase in danger from burning snags. Crews worked through the night to […]