Angels Camp, CA…On March 24, the Calaveras County Board of Education unanimously voted to appoint Associate Superintendent Jared Hungerford as the interim Calaveras County Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1, 2025. Current Superintendent Karen Vail, who recently announced her retirement after 26 years of service to Calaveras County students, recommended Hungerford for the role to […]
Truckee, CA…The 21-member Governing Council of Sierra Jobs First, a regional collaborative representing seven counties in the eastern and central Sierra in the statewide California Jobs First initiative, voted on Friday to award a total of $9M to 40 projects meeting the pre-implementation, planning-phase criteria for Catalyst funding under the initiative, and with the most […]
Angels Camp, CA…We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Vicki McFall, longtime business owner of Blooms and Things. 
Vicki was such a familiar and beloved face here in Angels Camp, as she spent many years creating the perfect flower arrangements for all of our special moments. We always enjoyed visiting with Vicki […]
Washington, DC…Postmaster General Louis DeJoy “After nearly five years as America’s 75th Postmaster General, and after informing the Governors in February of my intention to retire, I have today informed the Postal Service Board of Governors that today will be my last day in this role. I believe strongly that the organization is well positioned […]
Washington, DC…Since 1979, the U.S. Department of Education has spent over $3 trillion with virtually nothing to show for it. Despite per-pupil spending having increased by more than 245% over that period, there has been virtually no measurable improvement in student achievement: Math and reading scores for 13-year-olds are at the lowest level in decades. […]
Incline, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued a long-term full closure of State Route 140 (SR-140) near Briceburg in Mariposa County as the result of a debris slide event. At approximately 10:00 p.m. on Monday, March 17, 2025, a debris slide occurred along SR-140 across both lanes resulting in an immediate full closure […]
Murphys, CA…It was another idyllic small town Americana Day for Irish Day in Murphys on Saturday. The clouds parted & our little corner of the world was very green indeed. Walt Markus was the well deserved parade Grand Marshal for his many many years of service to his community. Below are a couple of crowd […]
Murphys, CA…Today we celebrated two special students of the month! Sierra Johnson & Caitlyn Johnson! Sierra Johnson Sierra is often quiet in class, and this partially masks her talent in leadership. Sierra is an avid water sportster, representing Brat Harte in water polo and swim team. She is a member of FFA, Outdoor Science Club, […]
New York, NY…The markets continue their chaotic run this week with Dow, Nasdaq, S&P, Russell all down. One bright spot is the gold price at $2,993. It may be time to break out the gold pans 
Arnold, CA…At Arnold Auto Supply they car about you and your car. In fact their relationship with your vehicle may last long after you pass it along to the next caretaker. For years have even helped sponsor local car shows and events. For them your care is much more than just transportation. They can help […]
Washington, DC…The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis in February, after rising 0.5 percent in January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 2.8 percent before seasonal adjustment. The index for shelter rose 0.3 […]
Calaveras County, CA…The 40th Annual Calaveras County Science Fair, held on March 8, 2025, brought together young scientific minds from across the county, celebrating four decades of student innovation, inquiry, and achievement. Hosted by the Calaveras County Office of Education (CCOE), the milestone event showcased projects from students in 4th through 11th grades, highlighting their […]
Angels Camp, CA…Educators devote countless time, and often their own resources, to help students pursue their passions. The California FFA Foundation, California Farm Bureau and Nationwide have named Carrie Phillips, an agricultural teacher at Bret Harte High School, as a finalist for the 2024-2025 Ag Educator of the Year honor through Nationwide’s Golden Owl Award. […]
Arnold, CA…Due to adverse weather conditions, the GABA Mixer on March 13th has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Stay safe and we look forward to seeing you at future events.
New York, NY…Dow Closes Down Almost 900 Points & Nasdaq Down 4% Today as recession fears mount.
Ottawa, CA…Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau holds a press conference after US President Donald Trump announced tariffs on Canada. Trump’s new 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada took effect on March 4, 2025. Trudeau will be joined by the Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs, Dominic LeBlanc, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie […]
Washington, DC…U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced Tom Schultz will serve as the 21st chief of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service. “Tom is the right person to lead the Forest Service right now, and I know he will fight every day to restore America’s national forests,” said Secretary Rollins. “Together, […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) started off the new year by adding three new board members. CCF proudly announces the addition of Deb McGee, Jamie McMurray, and Don Stump to its board, fortifying its mission to uplift and empower the community. All three new board members share CCF’s commitment to service and bring […]
Washington, D.C…U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced a $1 billion-dollar comprehensive strategy to curb highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), protect the U.S. poultry industry, and lower egg prices. This is in addition to funding already being provided to indemnify growers for depopulated flocks. As the Secretary detailed in the Wall Street Journal, the five-pronged […]
Murphys, CA…The SNC’s next quarterly Board meeting will be held March 6 at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys, Ca. The Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC), a California state agency focused on supporting and improving the environmental, economic, and social well-being of the Sierra-Cascade, will host its quarterly Board meeting March 6 starting at 9 a.m. in the […]
Hudson, Ohio…We have been proud to serve as a destination for creativity for more than 80 years and thank our dedicated Team Members, customers and communities across the nation for their decades of support. Following a comprehensive sale process and auction, GA Group together with the Prepetition Term Loan Agent, was selected as having the […]
Culver City, CA…Amazon MGM Studios, Michael G. Wilson, and Barbara Broccoli today announced that they have formed a new joint venture to house the James Bond intellectual property rights, and those parties will remain co-owners of the franchise. Under the terms of the new venture, Amazon MGM Studios will gain creative control of the James […]
San Francisco, CA…The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today approved $9 million in broadband infrastructure grants for five projects in Tuolumne County, marking a major milestone in the state’s historic $2 billion Last Mile Federal Funding Account grant program. These investments bring broadband access to underserved and unserved communities across California, reinforcing the state’s commitment […]
Arnold, CA…Join us for an engaging evening at our February mixer, set to take place at Mountain HQ on February 20th at 6:00 p.m. This is not just an event; it’s an opportunity to connect with fellow local businesses and community members while enjoying delightful light bites. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as we […]
Miami, FL…President Trump Participates in the FII PRIORITY Summit. Speech is below….
San Andreas, CA…Last month two Calaveras County Supervisors along with County leaders went to Sacramento to provide in-person public comment seeking reconsideration from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for a $30.8 million dollar broadband infrastructure grant award. The grant request is for approximately 40 miles of new broadband fiber in Calaveras County and would […]
Palm Beach, FL…From Mar-a-Lago “PROMOTING TRANSPRENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed a memorandum requiring radical transparency regarding wasteful spending of taxpayer dollars by the federal government.
San Andreas, CA…Thinking about starting a daycare or need resources for your childcare business? Join us at the Calaveras Child Care Job Fair for workshops, expert advice, and free resources to help you succeed—everything you need to get started at no cost to you!
Washington, DC…From Grok…”Elon Musk has raised concerns about anomalies in the U.S. Social Security database, pointing out an unusual number of individuals listed as over 140 years old still receiving benefits. This discrepancy has sparked discussions on potential fraud or data errors within the system. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is investigating these irregularities, […]
Arnold, CA…This Valentine’s Day weekend, we’re raising a dram to all our fellow fearless couples. The ones who have weathered the storms and the ones who haven’t yet faced them. The ones who took a chance on a partnership with someone else- maybe their own opposite- and in so doing, they found themselves. As the […]
