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 .
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 .
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 .
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 .
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 .
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 .
Sonora, Arnold & Murphys, CA…SNAC 30th Anniversary Sale!! Saturday 9/14 to Saturday 9/21!! Thank You for shopping locally for 30 years!
Sonora, CA…Thirty years ago, SNAC Sonora opened with Shawn Seale, his business partner and wife Jill Seale, then business partners Tonja Peterson ard Laura Bowly. Before that Shawn was retailing from the back of his truck supplying essentials for his fellow river guides and adventurers and growing the Whitewater Kayak School called The Eddy Mart. […]
Don Pedro, CA…On September 11, 2024, at approximately 12:00am, 64-year-old Donald Baker from Modesto drove his 2015 Kia sedan to the Flemming Meadows boat ramp area at Lake Don Pedro. Mr. Baker backed his vehicle down an embankment towards the water line and for an unknown reason, the vehicle suddenly accelerated backwards into the water. […]
Sonora, CA…On Thursday, August 29th, 2024, at about 7:15 in the evening, TCSO received a report of human remains located by a dirt biker within the Stanislaus River Canyon near the area of Keltz Mine Road. Deputies with the assistance of TCSO Search and Rescue (SAR) utilized a side-by-side to access the area and hiked […]
Arnold, CA…Why wait until the weekend when you can shop NOW! Save on Summer & Winter Gear, Apparel & Footwear Here’s the DEAL of the Season! The Aqua Marina Fusion is the perfect all-around SUP! Super light & durable – 10′ 10″ x 32″ Comes with paddle, pump & travel bag originally $449 – on […]
