San Andreas, CA…I am a Calaveras County planning commissioner. On March 9, the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors will be considering the rezoning of almost 7000 parcels in the County to make the zoning consistent with the 2019 General Plan or to replace temporary “U” (Unclassified) zoning with specific zoning. No individual notices of proposed […]
Sacramento, CA…Last week the momentum generated by Senate Bill 74 (Borgeas-Caballero), otherwise known as the Keep California Working Act, successfully pushed Governor Gavin Newsom and legislative leadership to include an additional $2.1 billion in economic relief for small businesses and nonprofits in an emergency budget measure, known as Senate Bill 87, which achieves the $2.6 […]
New York, NY & Mainz, DE…Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) and BioNTech SE (Nasdaq: BNTX) announced the submission of new data to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) demonstrating the stability of their COVID-19 vaccine when stored at -25°C to -15°C (-13°F to 5°F), temperatures more commonly found in pharmaceutical freezers and refrigerators. The data […]
Kalamazoo, MI…Albert, thank you very much. Thank you not only for what you do for the — the credit you give me that I really don’t deserve. This is — this is a case of life and death. We’re talking about people’s lives. I want you to know that once we beat COVID, we’re going […]
Washington, DC…In the week ending February 13, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 861,000, an increase of 13,000 from the previous week’s revised level. The previous week’s level was revised up by 55,000 from 793,000 to 848,000. The 4-week moving average was 833,250, a decrease of 3,500 from the previous week’s revised […]
“I have always thought that one man of tolerable abilities may work great changes, and accomplish great affairs among mankind, if he forms a good plan, and then makes the execution of that plan his sole study and business.” ~ Benjamin Franklin Click on the image above to listen to his Best Selling Classic “The […]
Los Angeles, CA…Provo-Orem, Utah has demonstrated the best economic performance among large cities according to the 2021 Milken Institute Best-Performing Cities Index. Idaho Falls, Idaho moves up six spots to top the list among small cities. The Index, published annually since 1999, offers a first look at how the pandemic has impacted regional economies across […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) has recruited a new local chiropractor to begin caring for patients in two locations. Shikha Jain, Doctor of Chiropractic has recently became a member of the Mark Twain Medical Center Staff and will be practicing at both the James Dalton Medical Office in Angels Camp, and the Copperopolis […]
Burlingame, CA…The California Teachers Association launched an ad campaign today highlighting the ongoing threat of COVID-19 and its variants, and the importance of vaccines and multilayered safety measures as politicians and school districts ready to open additional schools for in-person instruction and accommodate more students on already-open campuses. The television ads, titled “Safety First,” warn of schools […]
San Andreas, CA…RoofScreen is hiring 10 people. They will be working at a newly renovated building. They focus on architectural sheet metal and structural steel part fabrication.
Washington, DC…As millions of Americans face continued hardship from the COVID-19 pandemic, President Biden is continuing to take action to help keep individuals and families in their homes. The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered a housing affordability crisis. Today, 1 in 5 renters is behind on rent and just over 10 million homeowners are behind on mortgage […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center will host a virtual workshop on Feb. 18 focusing on Winter Wellness with tips to help folks overcome “The Winter Blues.” It will be held via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. You must register in advance on the MTMC Webpage. “Every year winter weather can limit activities and make a […]
Arnold, CA…I am passionate about helping my clients protect their families and their assets utilizing various insurance products. Call 209-200-1901 and we can go over your insurance needs or setup an appointment. We Carry Life, Auto, Home, Renters, Umbrella, Disability, Earthquake. Commercial. Classic Auto. Workers Comp. Dental & Vision, Medicare Supplement. The driving force behind […]
Angels Camp, CA…Great location for this commercial acreage located just outside of Angels Camp and fronts Hwy 49. Property lends itself to many commercial opportunities. Zoned C2. The property is located next to UPS Facility. Seller states the well produces 100 gpm. Grading plan affecting approx. 5 acres of the property has been completed. Call […]
Avery, CA…A large black oak fell across Utica’s canal near Avery this week. Fortunately, it didn’t compromise the canal bank or cause a blockage, but it did create a precarious situation. A big thanks to the crews from the Vallecito Conservation Camp under Cal Fire’s direction for helping our team safely cut up and remove […]
Valley Springs & Mountain Ranch, CA…Sender’s Market in Mountain Ranch now hiring for meat cutter/deli clerks. Sender’s Market Ace Hardware in Valley Springs now hiring for lumber yard, cashiers, hardware sales floor. Apply in person / call Stephanie, Human Resources, at 209-755-1762. In 1950, we started out as a family operation with Erich’s father and […]
Copperopolis, CA…Fall in Love with Copper Valley on Feb. 13th Featuring Mark Twain Medical Center Foundation 11AM-4PM. This Valentine’s Day, honor your loved ones by purchasing a piece of art for the new Copperopolis Family Medical Center. Artwork will be displayed and available for purchase in The Town Square on Saturday, February 13th from 11am […]
Sacramento, CA…The Keep California Working Act (SB74 Borgeas-Caballero) has recently attracted an even stronger coalition of statewide legislative support. As of today, 63 out of 120 California legislators, more than half the Legislature, have signed on to the bill, which would invest $2.6 billion of California’s unanticipated revenue in one-time grants for small businesses and nonprofits impacted by […]
Angels Camp, Jackson, Valley Springs & Ione, CA…The pandemic has changed nearly every American’s life, and how people prepare to file taxes this year is no exception as they navigate uncertainties including – 25% of Americans lost their jobs with many receiving unemployment for the first time, working from home, receiving or having unclaimed stimulus […]
Mi Wuk Village, CA…PG&E’s vegetation management team will be clearing hazardous trees for removal in Tuolumne County this week. As a result, there will be two road closures. The details follow: Wednesday 2/10 – Haiapo Rd, Mi-wuk Village @ Haiapo Ct. – 7:30-4:30, Thursday 2/11 – 20927 Lama Tamalin – 7:30-12:00, Thursday 2/11 –Lama Tamalin […]
Washington, DC…If you believe the constant drum beat from talking heads of all political persuasions we are a deeply divided country. I don’t believe we’re as divided as they would like to have us believe as they make money and gain influence by having us at loggerheads. There are however some discrepancies that are just […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Public Health is looking for volunteer healthcare providers with an active license to assist with giving vaccinations. If you are interested, please register at https://healthcarevolunteers.ca.gov/agreement.php
Washington, DC…The unemployment rate fell by 0.4 percentage point to 6.3 percent in January, while nonfarm payroll employment changed little (+49,000), the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. The labor market continued to reflect the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and efforts to contain it. In January, notable job gains in professional and […]
Washington, DC…United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) led their colleagues in reintroducing their bicameral resolution outlining a bold plan for President Biden to tackle the student loan debt crisis by using existing authority under the Higher Education Act to cancel up to $50,000 in […]
Arnold, CA… Arnold SIR (Sons in Retirement), Branch #152, will hold its Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Normally, monthly meetings include a social hour and lunch, followed by guest speakers, and are held in the Snowflake Lodge at the Blue Lake Springs Homeowners Association, 335 Blue Lake Springs Dr., Arnold, […]
Arnold, CA…PG&E is working around the clock to restore power to customer to customers in Calaveras County, including customers in Arnold. Currently we have around 4,600 customers in Arnold still without power due to storm damage. PG&E has 66 crews working in the area, including crews that we brought in from Kern County and Marysville. […]