San Andreas, CA…Beginning Wednesday, September 30, the Calaveras County Environmental Management Agency initiated efforts under the CalRecycle-Calaveras County Butte Fire Debris Removal Project by sending in teams from the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) to remove household hazardous waste and conduct asbestos assessment and sampling from all residential properties in the areas affected by […]
Anderson, CA — Sierra Pacific Industries (SPI) today expressed gratitude to local logging and road construction contractors who took tremendous risks to help control the Butte Fire that burned in Calaveras County, CA this month. During the fire, logging and road building contractors, timber fallers, trucking companies, and other related businesses mobilized equipment to various […]
New York, NY…The combined wealth of Forbes’ 2015 ranking of the richest people in America, “The Forbes 400” (p. 130 of the October 19, 2015 Forbes magazine issue), is $2.34 trillion, up from $2.29 trillion in 2014 and the highest ever. The average net worth of a Forbes 400 member is an astounding $5.8 billion, […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…We attended the Butte Fire Mountain Ranch Community Meeting at ground zero of much of the destruction of the Butte Fire. It is also where you see a great outpouring of community spirit helping those who have lost so much to start working their way back to normalcy. Our video picks up just […]
Sacramento, CA…After residents in Lake and Calaveras Counties affected by the Valley and Butte Fires apply for federal disaster assistance for damage to their homes, the next step is a housing inspection. A Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) inspector will contact you to schedule an appointment 7-10 days after registration. The inspection is needed to […]
Copperopolis, CA…As part of our Free September Concert Series…Join us this Saturday for Michael Jackson Tribute at 6pm with Journey Revisited at 7pm! This will be an awesome evening!!!!! Get here early as this is a full house!! Parking $5 provided by Copper Hills 4H and Bret Harte FFA! Copperopolis Town Square – the events, […]
San Andreas, CA…One of the big, if not the biggest, item last night was that local contractors and crews are encouraged to take part in the Butte Fire debris clean up. With clean up crews spread over Lake Fire and other incidents besides the Butte Fire they are in need of local contractors and crews […]
Sacramento, CA…The Federal Emergency Management Agency added Calaveras County for individual assistance to the State of California’s recent disaster declaration for those survivors recovering from the Butte Fire that occurred September 9, 2015, and continuing. Anyone impacted by the Butte Fire in Calaveras County should immediately register your household for FEMA by calling FEMA’s toll-free […]
Copperopolis, CA…If you are interested in having a table and passing out candy at Copperopolis Town Square’s Annual Trick or Treat Street, please email Kim at k.hamilton@castlecooke.com or call 209.785.9700. We would love to have you!! This is one of our biggest community events for the kids!
Murphys, CA…Last Weekend’s Butte Fire Fundraiser Rummage & Bake Sale was a HUGE Success in Murphys. “Today will go down as one of the most amazing, happy and humble days of my life! So proud of my two Daughters Nicole Jones and Kelsey smith. They helped spear head this amazing community fundraiser which raised $15,108.06 […]
Washington, DC…The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds farmers and ranchers affected by the recent wildfires in Alaska, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington State that USDA has programs to assist with their recovery efforts. The Farm Service Agency (FSA) can assist farmers and ranchers who lost livestock, grazing land, fences or eligible trees, bushes […]
San Andreas, CA…As the devastating Northern California wildfires continue to burn – the Valley and Butte Fires have destroyed thousands of acres and hundreds of homes- at State Farm we would like to remind customers the steps they can follow to seek assistance. What to Expect from the Claims Process Customers who have suffered damage […]
Valley Springs, CA…Our hearts go out to the entire community the past few weeks, and especially to those who have lost their homes in the recent fires. Sam, who many of you know, is a board member of the Calaveras Consolidated Fire Protection District. He has a couple of tops and safety checks he wants […]
Yosemite Ca. Services slated to close in the Yosemite National Park Prospectus issued on 7/9/14. The new contract will start March 2016 Yosemite Valley and Tuolumne Meadows 2 hour scenic horse rides will end on 10/2015 Curry Ice rink will close on 3/1/2016, no funding or new location has been identified Curry Village Raft Stand […]
Arnold, CA…If you are a Local Building or Home improvement provider, you or someone you know probably lost a home in the Butte Fire! You can help them rebuild with Homes, Garages & Outbuildings better than the ones they lost. One of the best ways to help our local economy recover is for labor, lumber, […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…Local telecomm companies REM Net Communications (REM) and CCT Telecomm (CCT) have deployed free Wi-Fi access and phones to the local Mountain Ranch community devastated by the Butte Fire. In addition to the homes and outbuildings destroyed, the Butte Fire wiped out all phone, Internet, and power to the small community. ‘I went […]
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Calaveras County, CA…Calaveras County Association of Realtors members have opened their offices to the general public as Official Butte Fire Relief Donation Drop Off Centers Calaveras County based Realtors have joined forces in a show of support and help with relief for the victims of the Butte Fire in Calaveras County. Drop off Locations are as follows: Mountain Resort Realty – Dorrington / Big Trees Village RW Muetterties in ARNOLD CCAR office in Angels Camp Realty World Murphys Real […]
Sacramento, CA…The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) announced that taxpayers affected by wildfires in Amador, Calaveras, Lake, and Napa Counties are automatically eligible for qualifying disaster loss treatment under the terms of a new law covering areas where the Governor declares a State of Emergency. Governor Brown made these declarations on September 11 for Amador and […]
Murphys, CA…Business in Murphys ARE open. We need to keep stimulating the economy for our local business owners who have been effected by the Butte Fire. Please consider wine tasting this weekend or lunching alfresco, now that the temperature has dropped and the smoke has cleared. We need your support now more than ever! Aria […]
Angels Camp, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today said that it is cooperating fully with an investigation by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) into the source of ignition for the Butte Fire. In a CAL FIRE incident briefing in Angels Camp, California, today, Barry Anderson, PG&E vice president of […]
Murphys, CA…The Red Apple is providing complementary meals for ALL Firefighters and Law Enforcement that are working on The Butte Fire. Food will be served from 9-5 on Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday – September 15, 16, & 17. **Thank you to everyone that is working to keep us safe!** The Red Apple – 4950 E. […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras Community Foundation (a 501(c)(3) non-profit) has created the Disaster Relief Fund to provide disaster assistance in Calaveras County. The Foundation will be focusing on post-event recovery and is currently assessing how best to use its financial resources. Donations may be sent to the Foundation at PO Box 1436, Angels Camp, 95222, […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA…The Historic Hotel Leger is open again for business, and ready to help support the community and those who suffered from the devastating Butte fire. Call the hotel at 209-286-1401 for details. We have many supporters who are dropping off food and clothing for those in need, and items may be picked up […]
Angels Camp, CA…Local Ranchers, FFA, 4H, Animal Services, concerned citizens and more have turned Frogtown’s arena and animal areas into a safe haven for those fleeing the fire whether they are on 4 legs or two. Hay, pet food & supplies, toys for kids, toiletries, personal supplies, hot meals, welcome smiles and helping hands abound. […]
Murphys, CA….Grounds & Firewood will be open today in Murphys. Grounds is already and Firewood opens at 11am.
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Public Health Services has issued a heat advisory for the County. We urge the public to act now to prevent heat-related illness. Temperatures of 100 degrees or more are expected for the remainder of the week. Dr. Kelaita, County Health Officer, stated, “Taking action now can prevent the possibility of heat-related […]
San Francisco, CA…Apple® today announced iPhone® 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, the most advanced iPhones ever, adding a powerful new dimension to iPhone’s revolutionary Multi-Touch™ interface. The new iPhones introduce 3D Touch, which senses force to enable intuitive new ways to access features and interact with content. iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus feature Retina® […]
Angels Camp, CA….Angels Camp City Council recently made the decision to scale back their funding of Christmas events. The Angels Camp Business Association had to face the real possibility of not being able to fund all of their traditional Christmas events in Angels Camp this year. The Bank of Stockton came through with a $2,500 […]
Arnold, CA…Since 1990 Jon Ellis has had a dream of a great, upscale, custom home community on the beautiful 180 acre Cedar Ridge property. He and his wife Anne have kept pursuing this dream against what have at times been significant odds. Their patience, perseverance and faith have paid off. The property is a former […]
