California Leads the Way Again with Nation’s Highest Poverty Rate

California Leads the Way Again with Nation’s Highest Poverty Rate

Washington, DC…The U.S. Census Bureau announced yesterday that real median household income in 2022 fell in comparison to 2021. The official poverty rate of 11.5% was not statistically different between 2021 and 2022. The Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM) rate in 2022 was 12.4%, an increase of 4.6 percentage points from 2021. This is the first […]

Congressman McClintock Tours Utica System & Attended Event at Old Murphys Powerhouse.

Congressman McClintock Tours Utica System & Attended Event at Old Murphys Powerhouse.

Murphys, CA…Utica Water & Power organized a meet and greet with Congressman Tom McClintock today after he toured the Utica System. It was held at the beautiful Old Murphys Powerhouse that has been restored into a stunning residence. This event was attended by various dignitaries in Calaveras County, along with representatives from Senator Alvarado-Gil’s office […]

CCWD Special Board Meeting-Sept 6, 2023 – Calaveras County Water District

CCWD Special Board Meeting-Sept 6, 2023 – Calaveras County Water District

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District’s (CCWD) is holding a Special Board Meeting on September 6, 2023, at 1:00 p.m.  Please follow this link to view the agenda materials.  The main agenda items are: Discussion Regarding CCWD Salaries and Benefits and an Update/Discussion Regarding the Cost-of-Service Study. Board chambers are open to the public and […]

Additional Information Available about CCWD’s Proposed Rate Increase

Additional Information Available about CCWD’s Proposed Rate Increase

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District continues its effort to ensure its customers are informed about its proposed rate increases. The District’s three town hall meetings held last week were well attended. For those customers who were not able to attend, the District has made the slides from its town hall presentation available on […]

Justice Department Sues SpaceX for Discriminating Against Asylees and Refugees in Hiring

Justice Department Sues SpaceX for Discriminating Against Asylees and Refugees in Hiring

Washington, DC…The Justice Department filed a lawsuit  against Space Exploration Technologies Corporation (SpaceX) for discriminating against asylees and refugees in hiring. The lawsuit alleges that, from at least September 2018 to May 2022, SpaceX routinely discouraged asylees and refugees from applying and refused to hire or consider them, because of their citizenship status, in violation […]

The Dogwood Restaurant Now Open! Get Those Weekend Reservations In!

The Dogwood Restaurant Now Open!  Get Those Weekend Reservations In!

Arnold, CA…For all who have been waiting we are very excited to announce that August 24 is our grand opening!! Here is a look at our new menus! We look forward to seeing all of your happy faces and are very excited for Arnold’s Dogwood new adventure! For reservations Click Here or call (209) 813-7101! […]

Is California’s Unemployment Trust Fund Now Open to Everyone?

Is California’s Unemployment Trust Fund Now Open to Everyone?

Sacramento, CA…With the clock ticking toward the September 14 adjournment date for the session, the Legislature yesterday brought forth a new Senate Bill 799, which started its legislative life as something else but was gutted and amended to now extend unemployment benefits to workers who voluntarily leave their jobs. And the tab for it all will […]

Cal-Tel to Receive $15,277,786 Loan for High Speed Network Investments

Cal-Tel to Receive $15,277,786 Loan for High Speed Network Investments

Copperopolis, CA…This Rural Development investment will be used to deploy a fiber-to-the-premises network to provide highspeed internet. This network will benefit 2,496 people, 13 businesses, three farms and one educational facility in Calaveras County in California. Calaveras Telephone Company will make high-speed internet affordable by participating in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Affordable Connectivity Program. […]

Existing-Home Sales Slipped 2.2% in July

Existing-Home Sales Slipped 2.2% in July

Washington, DC…Existing-home sales receded in July, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Among the four major U.S. regions, sales grew in the West but faded in the Northeast, Midwest and South. All four regions registered year-over-year sales declines. Total existing-home sales1 – completed transactions that include single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops – waned […]

ATCAA is Ready to Help You Thrive

ATCAA is Ready to Help You Thrive

Amador, Calaveras & Tuolumne Counties, CA…Our vision is for residents to be self‒reliant, healthy, free from economic hardship, feeling sustained by the support of community and family, and able to achieve their maximum potential as engaged citizens. The Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency (ATCAA), was created in 1981 as a public, nonprofit entity through a […]

The Roman Catholic Archbishop of San Francisco Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy to Facilitate Settlements with Abuse Survivors

The Roman Catholic Archbishop of San Francisco Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy to Facilitate Settlements with Abuse Survivors

San Francisco, CA…The Roman Catholic Archbishop of San Francisco (“RCASF”) announced the filing of a voluntary petition for bankruptcy relief under chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. The filing is necessary to manage and resolve the more than 500 lawsuits alleging child sexual abuse brought against RCASF under California Assembly Bill 218, which allowed […]

Another CCWD Rate Increase Community Meeting is Tonight!

Another CCWD Rate Increase Community Meeting is Tonight!

Valley Springs, CA…Please join us for a Community Workshop regarding the proposed 5-Year Rate Adjustments. Date:              Thursday, August 17, 2023 Time:              5:30 p.m. Location:       Jenny Lind Veterans Hall                         300 W. Daphne St.                         Valley Springs, CA  95252 If you are unable to attend in person, we have a virtual meeting or call in […]

Life is Better With Power & Pioneer Electric Can Have You Powered Up When PG&E Can’t

Life is Better With Power & Pioneer Electric Can Have You Powered Up When PG&E Can’t

Angels Camp, CA…Now at new Angels Camp Location! With power uncertainties becoming the norm is your business or family ready? A back up generator from Pioneer Electric can provide peace of mind. Pioneer Electric is a licensed and insured, full service electrical contracting business servicing: Calaveras, Tuolumne and beyond since 1984.and provide a full range […]

Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center Announces Opportunity for Non-Profit Organizations to Apply for Grants Improving Community Health

Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center Announces Opportunity for Non-Profit Organizations to Apply for Grants Improving Community Health

San Andreas, CA…Grants to provide critical assistance delivering services addressing health needs. Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center is inviting local non-profit organizations to consider applying for grants that support the delivery of services vital to improving health and well-being, and improving health equity. The application period opened July 17 and runs through September […]

Letter to the Editor: Meadowmont EV Charging Station ~ Sarah Jones

Letter to the Editor: Meadowmont EV Charging Station ~ Sarah Jones

Arnold, CA…As a homeowner in Arnold, I’m deeply concerned about the placement of Meadowmont Shopping Center’s new electric vehicle charging station behind the complex, in the woods, adjacent to residences. To be clear, I fully support bringing electric vehicle charging station infrastructure to Calaveras county, and I recognize that the state is accelerating progress with […]

CCWD Rate Increase Arnold Workshop is August 14

CCWD Rate Increase Arnold Workshop is August 14

Arnold, CA…Please join us for a Community Workshop regarding the proposed 5-Year Rate Adjustments.  Date: Monday August 14, 2023.  Time: 5:30 p.m.  Location: Ebbetts Pass Fire District. 1037 Blagen Rd, Arnold, CA  95223. If you are unable to attend in person, we have a virtual meeting or call in option.  See below for the login […]

CCWD Rate Increase Arnold Workshop is August 14

CCWD Rate Increase Arnold Workshop is August 14

Arnold, CA…Please join us for a Community Workshop regarding the proposed 5-Year Rate Adjustments.  Date: Monday August 14, 2023.  Time: 5:30 p.m.  Location: Ebbetts Pass Fire District. 1037 Blagen Rd, Arnold, CA  95223. If you are unable to attend in person, we have a virtual meeting or call in option.  See below for the login […]

Foothill Conservancy Announces New Executive Director Craig Baracco

Foothill Conservancy Announces New Executive Director Craig Baracco

Jackson, CA…Foothill Conservancy is pleased to welcome Craig Baracco to the position of Executive Director. Craig has a proven record of working in and around local government to involve the public in land use planning and environmental review. “We’re excited to have Craig join our team,” says Brian Jobson, Foothill Conservancy’s board president. “He’s worked […]

CCWD General Manager on Significant Rate Increases Ahead ~ Michael Minkler

CCWD General Manager on Significant Rate Increases Ahead ~ Michael Minkler

San Andreas, CA…A rate increase is among the most difficult tasks a water and wastewater agency must do. Especially one of this magnitude. CCWD has done everything within its power to control costs. We are fortunate to have incredibly talented staff who constantly seek ways to reduce costs while still providing safe and reliable service […]

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