Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Looking for thoughtful, adventure-inspired gifts this season? Our S.N.A.C team has you covered with hand-picked favorites that are sure to delight everyone on your list! Here’s the best, from our best…Thanks for shopping Locally! SNAC MURPHYS 448 Main Street, Murphys, CA — 209.728.9133 Across from the Murphys Historic Hotel in Downtown […]
Sonora, CA…Due to an error, individuals purchasing Christmas Trees from the Stanislaus National Forest were incorrectly charged. Those charged $20 per tree will see a $10 per tree refund to the account they used to purchase the permit from Recreation.gov. This issue impacts only those individuals who purchased their permit for the Stanislaus National Forest’s […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…We’re so Thankful for the Snow! SNAC Arnold has everything you need for the Winter Season * Skis, Snowboard & Snowshoe Rentals & Sales * Sno-Park Permits * Winter Apparel, Footwear & Gifts. SNAC Arnold is Open 8a – 6p Friday – Sunday 11/29 – 12/13 Monday – Thursday 10a – […]
San Andreas, CA…Looking for something special to kick off the holiday season? A holiday concert by The Columbia Big Band is happening this Sunday, December 8th, 2:00 PM at the Calaveras High School Performing Arts Center. Get your tickets at the link below: https://www.calaverasarts.org/ovations.html
Bear Valley CA…The Sierra Nevada Adventure Company’s Jill & Shawn Seale to be Honored at Ebbetts Pass Historical Association’s Wintersports History Night. Saturday December 7th at 7:00 p.m. in the Cathedral Lounge at the Bear Valley Lodge. It’s free and open to the public! They will be the 2024 Peter Brinkmann award honorees. Bear
Sonora, CA…With Christmas tree harvesting opening this Friday on the Stanislaus National Forest and inclement weather predicted in the higher elevations, Forest officials want to remind everyone to come prepared and exercise caution while harvesting your tree and making lifelong memories. Please remember to dress warmly, bring extra clothes, water and food, carry your permit […]
Jamestown, CA…Kenneth J. Fischer July 4, 1944 ~ November 19, 2024 (age 80). An obituary is not available at this time for Kenneth J. Fischer. 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 Kenneth J. Fischer, please visit our floral store.
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…We’re so Thankful for the Snow! Bear Valley Ski Area Opens Friday 11/29! SNAC Arnold has everything you need for the Winter Season * Skis, Snowboard & Snowshoe Rentals & Sales * Sno-Park Permits * Winter Apparel, Footwear & Gifts. SNAC Arnold is Open 8a – 6p Friday – Sunday 11/29 […]
Sonora, CA…The Holiday season is kicking into high gear on the Stanislaus National Forest with events planned over the next few weekends on every Ranger District as folks take to the forest in search of their perfect holiday tree. In addition to festive decorations, hot chocolate and holiday cheer, forest rangers will be on hand […]
Arnold, CA…Have you seen the weather report? Cold weather is on the way! SNAC Arnold has everything you need for the Winter 24/25 Season Ski Leases & Sales, Sno-Park Permits, Nikwax Winter Waterproofing & More! Have you seen the weather report? Cold weather is on the way! SNAC Arnold has everything you need for […]
Yosemite, CA…Fire danger has been consistently “low” over the past several days and there is more precipitation in the forecast. Seasonal firefighters have started to depart and Helicopter-551 has been released for the season. With these changes, Yosemite Fire managers have declared the Fire Season over as of November 15, 2024. The end of fire […]
Sonora, CA…(November 12, 2024) – Firefighters with the Stanislaus National Forest’s Mi-Wok/Summit Ranger District will begin pile burning operations, effective today, in the area of Clark’s Fork Road and Montgomery Meadow. Resources intend to burn approximately 50-75 acres a day with a goal of 200 acres for the week. Burn Boss for the operation will […]
San Andreas, CA…Effective Friday, November 8, 2024 at 8 a.m the burn permit suspension in Calaveras, Eastern San Joaquin, Eastern Stanislaus and Tuolumne Counties will be lifted. CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit Chief Nick Casci is formally cancelling the burn permit suspension and advises that those possessing current and valid agriculture and residential burn permits can […]
Arnold, CA…There are currently about 300 PG&E customers powerless due to planned outages in the Arnold & Sonora areas. There are also a few unplanned outages as well. Details below…
Sacramento, CA…Today, Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil (R-Jackson) announced that a total of $12.4 million of has been awarded to counties across Senate District 4 to help address homelessness. The funding comes from the California Department of Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) Homeless Housing and Assistance Prevention Program (HHAP). “There’s no bigger crisis than homelessness in California, and […]
Arnold, CA…Have you seen the weather report? Cold weather is on the way! SNAC Arnold has everything you need for the Winter 24/25 Season Ski Leases & Sales, Sno-Park Permits, Nikwax Winter Waterproofing & More! Have you seen the weather report? Cold weather is on the way! SNAC Arnold has everything you need for […]
Sonora, CA…Albert Hauser April 10, 1933 ~ October 22, 2024 (age 91). Albert Hauser, 91, passed away on October 22, 2024, in Sonora, CA. Albert was born on April 10, 1933, in Nafels, Switzerland to parents Emil and Margrith (Muller) Hauser. Private services will be held at a later date and an inurnment will follow […]
Arnold, CA…Come to SNAC Arnold to get your Family set up for their Season Ski Rentals Daily 10-5 (store is open until 6). Here are a couple of our first kids of the ’24/25 Season getting their gear. Yep, they’re excited! Our Season Rates are the same as last year! Does your Kid shred? Ask […]
Sonora, CA…The Stanislaus and Eldorado National Forest, working with the Upper Mokelumne Watershed Authority, would like to invite members of the public to two scoping sessions — one virtual (Oct. 21), one in person (Oct. 22) – for the Mokelumne Amador Calaveras Forest Resilience Project (MAC 2). During the sessions, interested participants will get an […]
Arnold, CA…Affected Areas: Some parts of the following counties may be affected. Specific addresses, maps, and shutoff details are typically available 2 days before shutoff. Counties under Watch: Due to high winds and dry conditions, a shutoff is likely. Alameda Alpine Amador Butte Calaveras Colusa Contra Costa El Dorado Fresno Glenn Lake Madera Mariposa Mendocino […]
Sonora, CA…Deputies are currently on scene investigating a suspicious package that was left near our communications center. Please avoid the area while deputies conduct their investigation. The sheriff’s office lobby at 28 Lower Sunset Drive, will be closed until it is determined to be safe to resume regular business. We will update our community through […]
Sonora, CA…As the holiday season approaches, the Stanislaus National Forest is pleased to announce they are once again offering Christmas Tree permits. Christmas Tree permits will be available Thursday, October 10, through recreation.gov at https://www.recreation.gov/tree-permits/TP2648 Christmas trees are $20.00 each and there is a maximum of two (2) trees per permit for a total of $40.00. Fourth […]
Pinecrest, CA…We continue to have a decrease in acreage from 344 to 316 acres by walking the perimeter of the fire when it is safe to do so, getting a more accurate calculation of the actual burned area. Our biggest concern remains dealing with the large number of hazard trees in and around the burn […]
Sonora, CA…The Adventist Health Sonora Foundation’s annual gala, held September 29, 2024, at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds, raised $163,450 toward a campaign to purchase a new PET/CT machine, a critical piece of equipment for the care of nearly every patient receiving treatment at the Diana J. White Cancer Institute. The event’s live auction also raised […]
Sonora, CA…Program Features Vocal and Instrumental Music of J.S. Bach, Handel, Vivaldi and more. The Sonora Bach Festival will present it’s “Locals’ Concert”, Sunday, October 13 at 3:00 P.M. at Chapel In the Pines, 18580 Cherokee Drive, Twain Harte, CA. Tickets are $20 and are available at the door; The Mountain Bookshop in the Junction […]
Arnold, CA…Come to SNAC Arnold to get your Family set up for their Season Ski Rentals Daily 10-5 (store is open until 6). Here are a couple of our first kids of the ’24/25 Season getting their gear. Yep, they’re excited! Our Season Rates are the same as last year! Does your Kid shred? Ask […]
Pinecrest, CA…(Updated…Fire has Jumped to 118 acres at lates report) Fire is approximately 30 acres, 10 percent contained burning to the north of Herring Creek Reservoir on either side of Forest Road 4N12. Overnight resources where able to get hose and hand line around the main fire’s edge. Several spot-fires were discovered early this morning […]
Arnold, CA…Come to SNAC Arnold to get your Family set up for their Season Ski Rentals Daily 10-5 (store is open until 6). Here are a couple of our first kids of the ’24/25 Season getting their gear. Yep, they’re excited! Our Season Rates are the same as last year! Does your Kid shred? Ask […]
Jamestown, CA…California State Parks, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park (SHP) and the California State Railroad Museum Foundation are thrilled to offer frightfully fun “Skeleton Starlight” excursion train rides on two Saturday evenings this fall. Pulled by a former U.S. Army diesel locomotive (currently serving on active duty while steam locomotives are undergoing heavy maintenance), the […]
Sonora, Arnold & Murphys, CA…SNAC 30th Anniversary Sale!! Saturday 9/14 to Saturday 9/21!! Thank You for shopping locally for 30 years! Event occurs on 09/14/2024 from All Day to .
