Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Monday, January 25th, 2021 at 10:53 AM. Full Details Below… SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM 0.5 MI EAST OF THE JCT OF SR 207 /MT REBA TURNOFF/ TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) – […]
Sonora, CA… On 1/18/2021 just before 1730 hours, SPD units were dispatched to the 100 block of Columbia Way for a report for a man with a gun. Dispatch had received a 911 call reporting two males involved in a verbal altercation and one of the men pulled a gun on the other. When officers […]
Tuolumne County, CA… As of Saturday, January 16th, 2021, at approximately 3pm, the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office completed the move and officially call the Dambacher Detention Center their new home.
Tuolumne County, CA… Deputy Ardis completed his field training program this week and is officially a solo-beat deputy! Congratulations Deputy Ardis, be safe.
Tuolumne County, CA… Catalytic converters contain valuable metals and can be relatively simple to steal. But, the cost on the victim is significant. There are a few steps you can take to prevent your vehicles catalytic converter from being stolen. Thieves are criminals of opportunity. Follow these few directions and eliminate the opportunity. • Park […]
Sonora, CA…Sonora Ford COVID-19 – Update…As our communities continue to feel the increased impact of Coronavirus, we feel it is important to share with you what we are doing to help keep people safe and healthy. Please be assured we have protocols in place, and are following CDC and local public health official’s recommendations. As […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Since 1994, Sierra Nevada Adventure Co. has been providing the community with Gear For Wild Environments! We started 26 years ago in downtown Sonora after outgrowing our mail order business, The Eddy Mart. Now it’s evolved into 3 stores. Sonora – 173 So. Washington St. 209-521-5621 Our Climbing & Backpacking headquarters. […]
Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported from Caltrans as of Friday, January 22nd, 2021 at 12:13 PM. Full details are below… SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM 0.5 MI EAST OF THE JCT OF SR 207 /MT REBA TURNOFF/ TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) […]
Arnold, CA…The National Weather Service in Sacramento is forecasting that winter will return to our area later in the week. Detailed forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today, Sunny. Very windy. Highs 30 to 45 higher elevations… 46 to 56 lower elevations. Prevailing east winds 25 to 45 mph with gusts to around 75 […]
Sonora, CA…Tuolumne County is reporting 32 new community cases (20 Saturday, 12 Sunday) and 23 new SCC inmate cases (1 Saturday, 22 Sunday) for a total of 55 new cases over the weekend (Jan.16-17). One of the new cases is hospitalized and the remaining individuals appear to be isolating. Twenty-one individuals have been released from […]
Cedar Ridge, CA…Firefighters continue to contain and mitigate several fires and powerlines down incidents in Tuolumne County. Windy conditions continue to prompt calls for service to the CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit Emergency Command Center. #OtterFire [update] The forward progress of the fire has been stopped and firefighters will remain at scene conducting containment and mop-op […]
San Andreas, CA…An estimated 21,000 customers in Calaveras, Fresno, Kern, Madera, Mariposa, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare and Tuolumne counties who might be affected by the Public Safety Power Shutoff are receiving the initial notifications today, two days ahead of the potential event. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has notified a targeted number […]
Arnold, CA…The National Weather Service in Sacramento is forcasting…Strong north to east winds are forecast over interior northern California beginning late Sunday night and lasting into Tuesday evening. The winds are expected to be strong enough to damage trees and cause power outages. The strongest winds are expected to be Monday night and Tuesday over […]
Sonora, CA…Adventist Health Sonora is supporting the Tuolumne County Public Health Department and launching Phase 1B COVID-19 vaccinations with mass vaccination clinics planned for Tuolumne County residents age 75 and older. “I am really proud of our team for mobilizing quickly and vaccinating individuals eligible for Phase 1A vaccinations,” says Michelle Fuentes, Adventist Health Sonora […]
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 […]
Sonora, CA…Today’s report includes data from Saturday, January 9th to Monday, January 11th. During this time period, we received reports of 45 new community cases (17 Saturday, 14 Sunday, and 14 today). Eleven new SCC inmate cases were reported (4 Saturday, 3 Sunday, and 4 today). One of the new cases is hospitalized and the […]
Sonora, CA… USDA Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Region, extended the developed campground closure on 12 National Forests in California, including the Stanislaus National Forest, to provide consistent COVID-19 mitigation response in accordance with Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Stay-at-Home Orders. These regional orders will be in effect through Jan. 29, 2021. Campgrounds are closed on 12 national […]
Tuolumne County, CA… Monday night, just after 8 pm, Deputy V. Lee observed a pickup truck driving recklessly in the Big Hill, Columbia area. Deputy Lee attempted to initiate a traffic stop when the driver, later identified as 39-year-old Matthew Carlile of Sonora, fled. A short pursuit ensued through the Gunsight Road and Quail Mine […]
Sonora, CA…Last night, Deputy Wheat stopped a car on Tuolumne Road for an inoperable taillight. The driver, 54-year-old Mark Vanderburg of Modesto, was determined to be on parole. A search of Mark and his car revealed large quantities of methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, US currency, other drug sale related evidence and a flashlight stun gun. Mark’s […]
Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported from Caltrans as of Monday, January 4th, 2021 at 11:02 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM 0.5 MI EAST OF THE JCT OF SR 207 /MT REBA TURNOFF/ TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) – FOR THE WINTER […]
Arnold, CA…The National Weather Service in Sacramento says…Winter Storm Expected Today and Tonight…A strong Pacific storm will bring periods of heavy snow and strong winds across the mountains of western Plumas County and the West Slope of the Sierra Nevada today and into tonight. The heaviest snow is expected from late Monday morning and into […]
Sonora, CA…Earlier today, Deputy V. Lee stopped a car on Highway 108 near Tulloch Road in Jamestown for illegal window tint and a damaged windshield. The driver, 40-year-old Andrew Satariano of Modesto, admitted to not having a valid driver license. Deputy Lee deployed his K9 partner Zeus to sniff the outside of the car. Zeus […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Since 1994, Sierra Nevada Adventure Co. has been providing the community with Gear For Wild Environments! We started 26 years ago in downtown Sonora after outgrowing our mail order business, The Eddy Mart. Now it’s evolved into 3 stores. Sonora – 173 So. Washington St. 209-521-5621 Our Climbing & Backpacking headquarters. […]
Sonora, CA… Tuolumne County is reporting 14 new community cases today. No additional SCC inmate cases were reported. One of the new community cases has passed away following their release from isolation and the cause of death is unknown at this time. One of the new cases is hospitalized and the remaining new cases appear […]
Sonora, CA…The adult, male victim has been positively identified as 19-year-old David Neemidge of Round Rock Texas. Next of Kin notifications have been made. The cause of the fire, circumstances surrounding the incident and cause of death are currently under investigation. The Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office offers our sincerest condolences to Neemidge’s family and friends. […]
Arnold, CA…Yes, there is a bit of almost every kind of weather in store for us as we bid good riddance to 2020. The Detailed National Weather Service forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today, Mostly cloudy. A chance of rain and snow showers. Highs 26 to 41 higher elevations…37 to 47 lower elevations. […]
Tuolumne County, CA… Antonio Garcia and Deborah Lewis surprised our patrol deputies with a wonderful holiday basket full of treats, refreshments, and some treats for our K9’s. We are thankful for such a supportive community. The continuous outpouring of love and support this year has made doing our jobs just that much more rewarding. Thank […]
Arnold, CA…Detailed forecast from the National Weather Service for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Mostly cloudy. At lower elevations, rain showers in the morning, then a chance of rain and snow showers in the afternoon. At higher elevations, rain and snow showers in the morning, then a chance of snow showers in the […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Get a jump on the holidays at SNAC! Head to Arnold, Murphys or Sonora to enjoy a relaxing & safe shopping experience. Here’s a little taste of what you’ll find at each location. SNAC Arnold Monday – Friday 10a -6p Saturday & Sunday 8a – 6p If there’s a snow hound […]
Sonora, CA… On Monday, deputies responded to an alarm call at Sears Hometown Store in East Sonora. On arrival, they saw the front glass doors of the business were broken. Sears employees arrived and video surveillance was reviewed. The video showed a white utility van ram through the front door windows. The driver and burglar […]
