Tuolumne Search and Rescue Respond to Spot Activation for Rescue in Clavey River Canyon

Tuolumne Search and Rescue Respond to Spot Activation for Rescue in Clavey River Canyon

Groveland, CA..On Thursday, July 28th just after 11:00 p.m., the Sheriff’s Office received a report of an emergency spot beacon activation for a severely dehydrated man in the area of Clavey River Canyon. Our Search and Rescue (SAR) Team responded to the coordinates of the spot beacon. SAR used a side-by-side and quads to reach […]

Tuolumne County Fire Department Expands Emergency Response Services in South County

Tuolumne County Fire Department Expands Emergency Response Services in South County

Groveland, CA…Tuolumne County Fire Department (TCFD) has expanded year-round emergency response services along the Highway 120/ Groveland corridor with the addition of a career staffed fire engine. Engine 631 is in-service and co-located with the Groveland Community Services District (GCSD) fire department at Station 78 at 18930 Highway 120. Over the last 10 years, Southern […]

Juvenile Arrested for June 21st Shooting

Juvenile Arrested for June 21st Shooting

Sonora, CA…On Tuesday June 21st at around 1:30 in the afternoon, Deputies responded to the area of Nonies Road near Cherokee Road after receiving multiple 911 calls. One call reported a gunshot heard in the area with multiple people seen running from the scene. A second caller reported being flagged down to assist a man […]

3,154 Firefighters Reach 32% Containment Fighting Now 18,715 Acre Oak Fire Near Yosemite

3,154 Firefighters Reach 32% Containment Fighting Now 18,715 Acre Oak Fire Near Yosemite

Mariposa, CA…Firefighters worked overnight to increase containment lines around the fire perimeter. Smoke continued to produce poor visibility across the fire during the night. Temperature and humidity are forecasted to be similar to yesterday. Crews continue work around communities, patrolling for hot spots, providing structure defense, and building of direct fire line in very steep […]

2,093 Now Fighting the 14,281 Acre Oak Fire West of Yosemite. 0% Contained, 15 Structures Lost or Damaged

2,093 Now Fighting the 14,281 Acre Oak Fire West of Yosemite.  0% Contained, 15 Structures Lost or Damaged

Mariposa, CA…The fire remained active through the night moving toward the communities of Jerseydale, Darrah, and Bootjack. Poor humidity recovery was observed overnight. Today the weather is expected to remain hot with minimum humidity between 5 and 10%, which will hamper firefighting efforts. High tree mortality and dense fuels are throughout the fire area. Fire […]

The Oak Fire in Mariposa Area Explodes to 11,900 Acres, 0% Contained

The Oak Fire in Mariposa Area Explodes to 11,900 Acres, 0% Contained

Mariposa, CA…Fire activity is extreme with frequent runs, spot fires and group torching. Emergency personnel are working to safely evacuate people and are actively engaged in protecting structures. Explosive fire behavior is challenging firefighters. 11,900 Acres. 0% Contained Active for 1 day ` Mariposa Red Cross: Mariposa County Elementary 5044 Jones St. Mariposa Road Closures: […]

Twain Harte Summer Outdoor Market

Twain Harte Summer Outdoor Market

Twain Harte, CA…The Twain Harte Summer Outdoor Market will be held in the town of Twain Harte from July 23-24, 2022. This annual event will be packed with unique artisans, vintage jewelry, health and wellness products, specialty foods and much more! Whether shopping for yourself, your home or cabin, or enjoying the many different food […]

New & Used Paddleboards on Sale at SNAC Arnold!

New & Used Paddleboards on Sale at SNAC Arnold!

Arnold, CA…Let’s start with our USED Boards: Tahoe SUP 11′ Inflatable Alpine Explorer. Like New. Comes with rolling travel bag, new 3 pc paddle & new pump Now $649! Surftech Super durable Hard shell SUPs in great condition They both retail at over $1000. Lido 10’6″ on sale for $599! and 11’6″ on sale for […]

Touch-A-Truck at Cover’s Apple Ranch This Saturday!

Touch-A-Truck at Cover’s Apple Ranch This Saturday!

Tuolumne, CA… Touch-A-Truck at Cover’s Apple Ranch This Saturday at 10 AM – 2 PM! FREE ADMISSION!! Hands on Family Fun, Live Demos, Food, Petting Zoo, Kona Ice, Photo Op, Train Rides and more. Come and check out heavy equipment and watch live demonstrations! Fun for all ages!! 19211 Cherokee Rd. Tuolumne, CA 95379

“Caltucky” Live Concert at Armory Sonora VIP Seating…Only 20 Tickets Left!

“Caltucky” Live Concert at Armory Sonora VIP Seating…Only 20 Tickets Left!

Sonora, CA…The pride of the Gold Country, Caltucky blends bluegrass, country and soul music with modern jam improvisation. Initially just an underground local phenomenon, the secret is out as this band has been gaining well-deserved momentum over the last year. This is hard-grooving jamgrass that knows how to set a dancefloor aflame. Their signature style […]

A Cool, Crisp Week of Weather in Triple Digits Ahead….Well, if you Smile it will Seem Cooler

A Cool, Crisp Week of Weather in Triple Digits Ahead….Well, if you Smile it will Seem Cooler

Arnold, CA…Detailed forecast for from the National Weather Service for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today, Sunny. Highs 74 to 89 higher elevations…87 to 97 lower elevations. Prevailing south winds up to 10 mph shifting to the southwest in the afternoon. Gusts up to 30 mph. Tonight, Clear. Lows 54 to 69 higher elevations…66 […]

SNAC Arnold is Ready for All Your Summer Adventures

SNAC Arnold is Ready for All Your Summer Adventures

Arnold, CA…Due to Popular Demand, we’ve expanded our Inflatable Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) Department! Inflatable SUPs are a lot lighter, way more durable and are more affordable than most hard shell SUPs. All of our Inflatable SUPs come with a Travel Bag, 3-Piece Paddle, Dual Action Pump, Leash & Skeg. All 3 GLIDE models $895. AQUAGLIDE […]

Columbia College Awarded $408,000 State Grant for Incarcerated Students Education Program

Columbia College Awarded $408,000 State Grant for Incarcerated Students Education Program

Columbia, CA… Columbia College has been awarded a $408,000 state grant to expand and strengthen its programs for incarcerated students over the next three years. The grant comes through the Rising Scholars Network, a new program within California Community Colleges funded by California Assembly Bill 417 and designed to support justice-involved students. The three-year Rising […]

Richard Reeves 1963 – 2022

Richard Reeves 1963 – 2022

Jamestown, CA…Richard Reeves 5/10/1963 – 7/3/2022. Richard Reeves, 59, of Jamestown, passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at Adventist Health Sonora. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service. www.sierracremationservice.com

Randy Kirk Souza 1961 – 2022

Randy Kirk Souza 1961 – 2022

Sonora, CA…Randy Kirk Souza 6/26/1961 – 7/5/2022. Randy Kirk Souza, 61, of Sonora, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at Doctors Medical Center in Modesto. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service. www.sierracremationservice.com

Howard Zimmerman 1929 – 2022

Howard Zimmerman 1929 – 2022

Twain Harte, CA….Howard Zimmerman 12/24/1929 – 7/5/2022. Howard Zimmerman, 92, of Twain Harte, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at his home. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service. www.sierracremationservice.com

Yosemite’s Washburn Fire Grows to 1,591 Acres

Yosemite’s Washburn Fire Grows to 1,591 Acres

Yosemite, CA…The Washburn Fire was reported in the afternoon of July 7th, near the Washburn Trail in the Mariposa Grove area of Yosemite National Park. A full initial attack response was dispatched including Yosemite National Park Fire resources and state and local cooperators. California Interagency Incident Management Team 13 assumed command of the fire on […]

466 Acre Washburn Fire Burning in Mariposa Grove Area. Wawona Area Under Evacuation Orders

466 Acre Washburn Fire Burning in Mariposa Grove Area.  Wawona Area Under Evacuation Orders

Yosemite, CA…At 2:04 pm on July 7, 2022, the Yosemite Emergency Communications Center received multiple 911 telephone calls reporting smoke visible from the Mariposa Grove area, near the Washburn Trail. A full initial attack response was dispatched including Yosemite Fire resources and cooperators. At that time, the Mariposa Grove was evacuated and is temporarily closed. […]

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