Columbia, CA…The Columbia College Fire Academy will hold its graduation ceremony and presentation of certificates to 25 students who successfully completed the Fire Technology Program this spring. The event, which is open to the general public, will be held Thursday, April 26, 2018 beginning at 6 p.m. in the Oak Pavilion at the college. The certificates will be awarded […]
Sonora, CA…From the Tuolumne Sheriff’s Dept….A search warrant served at the home of a felon, lands him in jail with additional charges. On Tuesday evening the Tuolumne Narcotics Team served a search warrant at 45-year-old Sean Burdan’s home on Ayba Street in Sonora. During the search, a rifle was located along with methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, […]
Moccasin, CA…Anglers anticipating California’s general trout opener Saturday, April 28 will find many local fishing opportunities despite the flooding of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) Moccasin Creek Hatchery in Tuolumne County, which supplied many Central Valley and western Sierra Nevada waters with trout. Don Pedro Reservoir, located downstream from the Moccasin Creek […]
San Andreas, CA…Wednesday, May 2nd and Thursday, May 3rd, 2018 the Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) will be conducting crew readiness drills for the 2018 fire season. Division Chief Jeff Sanders explained “These drills are essential to gauge the readiness of the Unit Conservation Camp Crews for […]
Sonora, CA…Join us for a morning of presentations from local experts discussing issues relating to Tuolumne County seniors and their families. Speakers include: – Tuolumne County Sheriff Jim Mele- Scams/Abuse/Additions – Tuolumne County District Attorney’s Office Laura Krieg, Esq.- Elder Abuse- Criminal Prosecutions & Scams – Tamara Polley, Esq. of Tamara Polley Law- Wills/Trusts/Estate Planning […]
Twain Harte, CA…From the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept….Many of you heard sirens and saw police activity yesterday evening near Black Oak Casino in Tuolumne. Just before 5 PM, Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a disturbance at a home on Golf Club Drive in Twain Harte. It was reported that 66-year-old David Mussenden forced open a locked […]
Sonora, CA…From the Sonora Police Dept….On 04/24/2018 Officers from the Sonora Police Department with assistance for the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office attempted to locate Edward Cooper at a home on Norlin Street in Sonora. Cooper had several outstanding warrants for his arrest, which include Vehicle Theft, Probation Violations and Obstructing or Resisting Police Officers. Upon […]
Twain Harte, CA…On Sunday evening Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a home on Teague Lane in Twain Harte for a report of a burglary. When the homeowner arrived at the residence, a red Chevrolet S10 Blazer was seen leaving the property. The homeowner was familiar with the Blazer and knew it belonged to 68-year-old Randy Gulizia. […]
Sonora, CA…Traffic Update….Motorcycle Down Near Sr108 / Draper Mine Rd Incident: 00345 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: Sr108 / Draper Mine Rd Loc Desc: WB Lat/Lon: 37.986724 -120.286263 Detail Information 4:57 PM 5 [7] [Rotation Request Comment] 1039 VICS 209-532-4523 4:57 PM 4 [5] 1185 for hd 4:57 PM 3 [6] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from […]
Pinecrest, CA…From Caltrans Distict 10..”**Sonora Pass Update** Winter Closure Moving Up The Hill We expect to move the winter closure gate from the current closure point at Eagle Meadows up the hill to Kennedy Meadows at noon today if all goes as planned. Our Maintenance Supervisor is checking the road out this morning to make […]
Jamestown, CA…An inmate firefighter died Saturday, April 21, at Sierra Conservation Center (SCC). The cause of his death is unknown and foul play is not suspected. Anthony Colacino, 33, a newly assigned inmate firefighter, was participating in a training hike that began around 7 a.m. when he collapsed around 7:50 a.m. The fire captain on […]
Sonora, CA…The latest Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies Activity Logs are enclosed… TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF MEDIA BULLETIN Thursday, April 19, 2018 00:18 Calls Transferred to CDF (Public Service Request) Request) 1804190001 Occurred on Perricone Rd, Chinese Camp. Req lift assist////transferred to calfire. . Disposition: Referred To Other Agency. 00:26 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 1804190002 Occurred on Sturgis Rd, […]
Jamestown, CA…From the Tuolumne Sheriff’s Dept…”The use of technology and assistance from a local casino security team, helps nab a car thief. On Friday afternoon we received a call from the Tracy Police Department in regards to a stolen 2018 Dodge Challenger Hellcat. The car had an electronic tracking device which showed it to be […]
Columbia, CA…From the Sonora area CHP….”Approx 8:15 pm, we received a report of a tree down blocking Parrotts Ferry Road approximately one mile north of Marble Quarry Road. Upon arriving on scene, it was discovered that the tree was approximately 3 feet in diameter and was completely blocking the roadway. A passing lumberjack was quick […]
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Columbia, CA…On April 18, 2018, at approximately 8:55 pm, a 26 year old Murphys resident, was driving a 2007 Subaru Forester northbound on Parrotts Ferry Road, north of Porcina Way at approximately 30-35 MPH, while under the influence of alcohol. Due to his high level of alcohol intoxication, as he entered a right hand curve […]
Jamestown, CA…From Sonora CHP…On Monday, April 16, just after 3:25 am, CHP officers observed a black Jeep Cherokee traveling westbound SR-120/108 west of Obyrnes Ferry Road at a high rate of speed, its rear taillights were not working and its rear license plate was missing. The officers attempted to make an enforcement stop and the […]
Sonora, CA…The latest Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies Activity Logs are enclosed… TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF MEDIA BULLETIN Monday, April 16, 2018 00:01 MISC INFORMATION 1804160001 Occurred at Gibbs Tower on Gibbs Dr/Villa Dr. , Sonora. Caller had questions about the power outage. . Disposition: Log Note. 00:39 SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE CHECK 1804160002 Officer initiated activity at Chips […]
Washington, D.C. – H.R. 3607 by Congressman McClintock to address continued operation of the Yosemite Medical Clinic passed the House floor on April 16th. The legislation addresses all national park medical clinics, assuring that funds generated by clinics be retained by those clinics. Congressman McClintock delivered the following House floor remarks in support of the […]
Copperopolis., CA…On 4-16-18 the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a commercial burglary at the True Value store on Spangler Lane in Copperopolis. In reviewing video surveillance, deputies saw that at approx. 0315 hours, a black Jeep Cherokee with no license plates smashed into the glass door of the business. Two occupants […]
Columbia, CA…Columbia College will hold its 49th Commencement on Friday, April 27 at 6:00 p.m. in the Oak Pavilion. A brief reception for the graduates and guests will be held immediately after the ceremony in Carkeet Park next to the pavilion. The 297 students in the 2018 graduating class have earned a total of 136 […]
Sonora, CA…The latest Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies Activity Logs are enclosed… Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-11-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-10-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-09-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-08-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-07-2018 Sheriff’s Daily Report 04-06-2018 4-5-18 Log 4-4-18 Log 4-3-18 Log 4-2-18 Log 04-01-2018 Log
Arnold, CA…Caltrans has chain controls in effect on Hwys 4, 88 & 108. Basically past Arnold on Hwy 4, Ham’s Station up on Hwy 88 & Twain Harte up on Hwy 108. Let’s be careful out there… SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM THE EAST END OF LAKE ALPINE TO 7.2 […]
Groveland, CA…Traffic Update….Vehicle Down Embankment Near Sr120 / East River Rd. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00269 Type: Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj Location: Sr120 / East River Rd Loc Desc: WB E/O NR MM 26.24 Lat/Lon: 37.819992 -120.302605 Detail Information 2:27 PM 9 [16] [Notification] [CHP]-RP RECLD // PTY GOT OO THE VEH AND […]
Jamestown, CA…Tickets on Sale Now for Two Weekends Only: April 21, 22, 28 & 29. With spring in full bloom, California State Parks, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park and the California State Railroad Museum Foundation are proud to provide guests with a unique opportunity to experience spring wildflowers from aboard a train. While the Park […]
Coulterville, CA…State Route 49 in southern Tuolumne County and northern Mariposa took a beating when a violent storm ripped through the region on March 22. The heavy rain undermined mountain switchbacks, sent rocks, mud and debris onto the roadway, and plugged and destroyed culverts in this mountain region. George Reed Inc. of Modesto and Caltrans […]
Washington, DC…As part of its ongoing efforts to address aging park infrastructure and improve the visitor experience, the National Park Service (NPS) announced today changes to the entrance fees charged at national parks. The changes, which come in response to public comments on a fee proposal released in October 2017, will modestly increase entrance fees […]
Yosemite, CA…Sad you missed experiencing the flood on Saturday? The next best thing is this six-minute video!
Arnold, CA…Caltrans has chain controls in effect from Ham’s Station on up on Hwy 88, Arnold on up on Hwy 4 and Long Barn on up on Hwy 108. Hwy 120 is clear. Enjoy the late season powder and ski safe…. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM 0.5 MI EAST OF […]
Columbia, CA…The Columbia College Foundation and its community partners will present more than $120,000 in scholarships to qualified and deserving students at the annual Columbia College Scholarship and Awards Celebration on Thursday, April 12. The event, 4:30-5:30 pm at the Dogwood Forum on campus, features student and community speakers, musical performances and presentation of the […]
