Inflation Roars on in May at 8.6% Rate. News Rattles Markets

Inflation Roars on in May at 8.6% Rate.  News Rattles Markets

Washington, DC…The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 1.0 percent in May on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.3 percent in April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 8.6 percent before seasonal adjustment. The increase was broad-based, with the […]

IRS Releases 2023 Key Numbers for Health Savings Accounts ~ From Brian J. Tewksbury

IRS Releases 2023 Key Numbers for Health Savings Accounts ~ From Brian J. Tewksbury

Murphys, CA…The IRS has released the 2023 contribution limits for health savings accounts (HSAs), as well as the 2023 minimum deductible and maximum out-of-pocket amounts for high-deductible health plans (HDHPs). An HSA is a tax-advantaged account that’s paired with an HDHP. An HSA offers several valuable tax benefits: You may be able to make pre-tax […]

The US Economy Added 390,000 Jobs in May

The US Economy Added 390,000 Jobs in May

Washington, DC…Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 390,000 in May, and the unemployment rate remained at 3.6 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Notable job gains occurred in leisure and hospitality, in professional and business services, and in transportation and warehousing. Employment in retail trade declined. This news release presents statistics from […]

Governor Newsom Visited Astra, Highlighted California’s Investments in Innovation

Governor Newsom Visited Astra, Highlighted California’s Investments in Innovation

Alameda, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom early last week visited Astra Space, Inc. (Astra) in Alameda to highlight the economic and technological advancements California is supporting in partnership with space companies. “Companies like Astra demonstrate the best of California – driving towards ambitious, innovative goals and leaning into the rich talent that is so abundant in our […]

No PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs Expected During this Red Flag Warning

No PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs Expected During this Red Flag Warning

San Francisco, CA…National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning (RFW) in parts of 17 counties from Redding to Modesto, beginning at 11 a.m. today through Friday at 8 p.m. RFW conditions mean easier fire starts and potential for rapid fire spread. CAL FIRE is warning residents in the effected counties including the Sacramento […]

Dow Down Over 1,000 Points Intraday

Dow Down Over 1,000 Points Intraday

New York, NY…Dow Down Over 1,000 Points Intraday. Can it stage a comeback before close today? Maybe but with even Walmart etc reporting softer numbers due to inflation isn’t helping investor confidence.

Ribbon Cutting Celebration for the Sheep Ranch Fire Protection Tank Project. Photos & Full Video Below!

Ribbon Cutting Celebration for the Sheep Ranch Fire Protection Tank Project.  Photos & Full Video Below!

Sheep Ranch, CA…Calaveras County Water District (CCWD), Calaveras County, the Sheep Ranch Fire Department, Cal Fire and numerous other members of the community celebrated the installation of a water tank in Sheep Ranch that will provide additional fire protection and water supply reliability for the area. Photo (L-R): County Supervisor Jack Garamendi, County Planning Commissioner […]

41st Annual Sierra Foothills Wine Show Winners Announced!

41st Annual Sierra Foothills Wine Show Winners Announced!

Angels Camp, (Frogtown, USA)….Winners have been announced for this year’s Sierra Foothills Wine Competition! 20 Calaveras County Wineries entered the “41st Annual Sierra Foothills Wine Show” that took place on Friday, April 29th at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds. This year, 18 esteemed judges thoughtfully evaluated 241 wines in the day-long event. Professional wine reviewers, judges, […]

Rate of Inflation Slows, Still Climbed 0.3% in Urban Areas, Impact Worse in Rural Areas. Inflation at 8.3% Annually

Rate of Inflation Slows, Still Climbed 0.3% in Urban Areas, Impact Worse in Rural Areas.  Inflation at 8.3% Annually

Washington, DC…The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.3 percent in April on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 1.2 percent in March, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 8.3 percent before seasonal adjustment. Increases in the indexes for shelter, […]

The US Economy Adds Another 428,000 Jobs in April

The US Economy Adds Another 428,000 Jobs in April

Washington, DC…Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 428,000 in April, and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 3.6 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Job growth was widespread, led by gains in leisure and hospitality, in manufacturing, and in transportation and warehousing. This news release presents statistics from two monthly surveys. The […]

Huberty Campaign to Hold Town Hall on Housing in Calaveras County & National Housing Expert to Speak

Huberty Campaign to Hold Town Hall on Housing in Calaveras County & National Housing Expert to Speak

Murphys, CA…Martin Huberty, candidate for District 3 Calaveras Board of Supervisors, is organizing “The State of Calaveras Housing,” to address housing, one of the biggest issues facing the county. The campaign has retained a national and statewide housing expert, Jessica Hitchcock, to moderate the event along with Huberty. She is also a resident of District […]

Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates Another 50 Basis Points

Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates Another 50 Basis Points

Washington, DC…Although overall economic activity edged down in the first quarter, household spending and business fixed investment remained strong. Job gains have been robust in recent months, and the unemployment rate has declined substantially. Inflation remains elevated, reflecting supply and demand imbalances related to the pandemic, higher energy prices, and broader price pressures. The invasion […]

PG&E Conducting Electric Safety Work in Arnold Area

PG&E Conducting Electric Safety Work in Arnold Area

Arnold, CA…As part of its wildfire prevention efforts, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is performing important safety work along Highway 4 in the Arnold area. PG&E is strengthening the electric system in the Arnold community by installing interconnection hubs. This work will provide temporary power generation to shared community services, such as community centers, […]

Bret Harte Students Learn Living History from Local Veterans and Servicemen

Bret Harte Students Learn Living History from Local Veterans and Servicemen

Angels Camp – Junior and senior Bret Harte U.S. History students learn firsthand the experiences of those who have served our Nation. Veterans and servicemen share their stories, bringing history alive for the students. The United States Servicemen/Veterans Presentation event has been a 24-year tradition at Bret Harte High School (BHHS), headed up by history […]

Calaveras Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Honored with Missing Persons Annual Service Award

Calaveras Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Honored with Missing Persons Annual Service Award

San Andreas, CA…We are pleased to announce that Lt. Tim Sturm of the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office has been awarded the 2022 Missing and Unidentified Persons Conference Annual Service Award by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. The award was presented at the National Missing and Unidentified Persons Conference in Las Vegas, NV on April […]

The Angels Camp Farmers Market Starts on June 10th!

The Angels Camp Farmers Market Starts on June 10th!

Angels Camp, CA…Who’s ready for the June 10th kickoff of the 17th Annual Angels Camp Farmers Market? 🎉 Our market manager and committee volunteers are working diligently to bring you the BEST market season yet! We are still accepting certified produce, artisanal food and craft vendors.   For more info or to request a vendor application, […]

Dignity Health Mark Twain Medical Center Thanks Their Nurses During Nurses Week!!

Dignity Health Mark Twain Medical Center Thanks Their Nurses During Nurses Week!!

San Andreas, CA…Providing humankindness® in everything we do is only possible because you are here, delivering it every step of the way. This Nurses Week, we want to take a moment to thank you for your dedication to making a difference in the lives of our patients every day. Happy Nurses Week! Hello humankindness®

US Economy Shrinks by 1.4% in Gross Domestic Product, First Quarter 2022 Estimate

US Economy Shrinks by 1.4% in Gross Domestic Product, First Quarter 2022 Estimate

Washington, DC…Real gross domestic product (GDP) decreased at an annual rate of 1.4 percent in the first quarter of 2022 (table 1), according to the “advance” estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the fourth quarter, real GDP increased 6.9 percent.  The GDP estimate released today is based on source data that are […]

Chamber Holds Successful “On the Right Track” Program at Bret Harte! Next Up, Calaveras High on May 12th

Chamber Holds Successful “On the Right Track” Program at Bret Harte!  Next Up, Calaveras High on May 12th

Angels Camp, CA… On Monday April 25, The Calaveras Chamber of Commerce held our 3rd Annual “On the Right Track” Program at Bret Harte High School. We served 230 juniors and seniors this year. This program was created to help High School students gain knowledge about resources they can use once they graduate. The students […]

Another Crew of Astronauts Headed to the Space Station

Another Crew of Astronauts Headed to the Space Station

Cape Canaveral, FL…On Wednesday, April 27 at 3:52 a.m. ET, 7:52 UTC, Falcon 9 launched Dragon’s fourth science expedition mission Crew-4 to the International Space Station from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Following stage separation, Falcon 9’s first stage landed on the A Shortfall of Gravitas droneship. Dragon will autonomously […]

Who Let the Frogs Out? Find Out April 30th at Angels Camp Museum

Who Let the Frogs Out?  Find Out April 30th at Angels Camp Museum

Angels Camp, CA…Join us for some great family fun and free admission on April 30, 2022 to celebrate the grand opening of our new Jumping Frog Jubilee Exhibit sponsored by the Calaveras Community Foundation. About Angels Camp Museum Located on a 3-acre site of the Angels Mine, the museum dedicates collections to inspire understanding of […]

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