Sacramento, CA…On Thursday, RCRC submitted comments urging the California Public Utilities Commission to reject a petition filed by the Center for Biological Diversity and a few other environmental groups that would make it more difficult for small biomass energy facilities to participate in the state’s BioMAT program. The Bioenergy Market Adjusting Tariff (BioMAT) program requires utilities to procure electricity […]
Arnold, CA…While there are a few pockets of outages in Amador County and the Mokelumne Hill are that are below Hwy 49 a good indicator for this PSPS Event is if a home or business is east of Hwy 49 it is probably without power unless they are running on generator. Click on the maps […]
San Francisco, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will de-energize certain electrical lines for safety starting this morning (Sunday, Oct. 25) as part of a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). PG&E is calling a PSPS due to a significant, offshore wind event starting Sunday that is forecast to have the driest humidity levels and the […]
San Andreas, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) announced that there is a Public Safety Power Shutoff Potential from Sunday, October 25 into Tuesday, October 27 and could remain off for as long as five days. Water and sewer utilities across Calaveras County are jointly urging customers to conserve water and only use it for […]
San Francisco, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company’s (PG&E) Emergency Operations Center, Meteorology team and Wildfire Safety Operations Center are working together and tracking a significant, offshore wind event starting Sunday that is forecast to have the driest humidity levels and the strongest winds of the wildfire season thus far. PG&E has notified customers in targeted portions […]
Angels Camp… Under the supervision of the School Counselor, School Psychologist, Classroom Teacher(s) and School Site Administrators/Principal, the Mental Health Paraprofessional will perform necessary duties to assign in the maintaining the education, care and development of mentally, physically, socially and emotionally challenged students, and contribute his/her talents to create an excellent program and positive school […]
Angels Camp… Under the direct supervision of the Special Education Teacher/Case-Manager, classroom teacher(s), and School Site Administrators/Principal, the Inclusion Paraprofessional will perform necessary duties to assist in the planning and implementation of a program for special needs children in both special education and inclusive settings. Position(s): Special Education Paraprofessional(s) Work Year: 10 Month employee (Full […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Water District is pleased to announce that Jessica Self is the District’s new External Affairs Manager. Her first day on the job will be Monday, October 26. Ms. Self is from Arnold and will be returning to Calaveras County after living out of state for the last several years to […]
Washington, DC…Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the antiviral drug Veklury (remdesivir) for use in adult and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older and weighing at least 40 kilograms (about 88 pounds) for the treatment of COVID-19 requiring hospitalization. Veklury should only be administered in a hospital or in a healthcare […]
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 […]
San Francisco, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will de-energize certain electrical lines for safety over the course of last evening (Wednesday, Oct. 21) as part of a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). PG&E is calling a PSPS due to a high-wind event combined with low humidity and severely dry vegetation, that together create high […]
San Jose, CA…The migration toward digital payments and digital representations of value continues to accelerate, driven by the COVID-19 pandemic and the increased interest in digital currencies from central banks and consumers. PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) today announced the launch of a new service enA new service from PayPal allows its customers to buy, hold and […]
San Francisco, CA….Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) continues to monitor a potentially strong and dry offshore wind event forecasted to start Wednesday evening. Given the expected conditions, PG&E began its one-day advance notifications to customers in areas where PG&E may need to proactively turn power off for safety to reduce the risk of wildfire […]
San Andreas, CA…Inside View with Guest Michael Minkler, CCWD General Manger.
Washington, DC…Today, the Department of Justice — along with eleven state Attorneys General — filed a civil antitrust lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to stop Google from unlawfully maintaining monopolies through anticompetitive and exclusionary practices in the search and search advertising markets and to remedy the competitive harms. The […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom announced the release of $30.7 million in the fifth round of awards for Homekey, California’s innovative, first-in-the-nation program to purchase and rehabilitate housing – including hotels, motels, vacant apartment buildings and other properties – and convert them into permanent, long-term housing for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. The […]
Washington, DC…Our Nation’s magnificent forests are a source of commerce, recreation, and pride for all Americans. America’s woodlands are capable of producing a myriad of products and materials that bolster our economy, improve our daily lives, supply our environment with clean air, and provide countless Americans an escape to hike and relax in a tranquil […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the President has approved California’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration to bolster the state’s emergency response to wildfires across the state and support impacted residents in Fresno, Los Angeles, Madera, Mendocino, San Bernardino, San Diego and Siskiyou counties. “Just got off the phone with President Trump who has […]
Angels Camp, CA…This educational forum was held in conjunction with Destination Angels Camp, aimed toward providing the community with an opportunity to see where each of our local candidates stand. Full Video of the Event is below…
Washington, DC…The U.S. Census Bureau announced the following advance estimates of U.S. retail and food services sales for September 2020: Advance estimates of U.S. retail and food services sales for September 2020, adjusted for seasonal variation and holiday and trading-day differences, but not for price changes, were $549.3 billion, an increase of 1.9 percent (± […]
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Valley Springs, CA…For this upcoming 2020 election SEIU Local 1021 has endorsed a series of candidates who prioritize the well-being and livelihood of our working-class communities. Jeff Davidson, vying for re-election to the CCWD board, has proven his value and commitment to Calaveras community throughout his 17 years of service on the board. “After many […]
Columbia, CA…In collaboration with our partners, Blue Bird and Cummins Electrified, A-Z Bus Sales will be hosting a media event tomorrow October 13th at 5:00 PM for Columbia Union School District. We are celebrating the delivery of the first all-electric school buses in California under the VW Mitigation Trust Plan. Columbia Union School District received […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today with Full Agenda. The agenda is below…. Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 10/13/2020 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Video Call to Order Roll Call Closed Session Agenda 1. Conference with legal […]
San Francisco, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has notified customers in targeted portions of 21 counties about a potential Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) as early as Wednesday afternoon. Hot and dry conditions combined with expected high wind gusts pose an increased risk for damage to the electric system that has the potential to […]
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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 […]
San Francisco, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and other community partners share wildfire recovery support and resource information for customers returning home or rebuilding after recent wildfires. PG&E understands this is a difficult time for communities throughout Northern and Central California. “Our thoughts continue to be with the communities impacted by the recent wildfires. […]
Washington, DC…Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 661,000 in September, and the unemployment rate declined to 7.9 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. These improvements in the labor market reflect the continued resumption of economic activity that had been curtailed due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and efforts to contain it. In […]
San Andreas, CA…The construction project to replace the main water transmission pipeline between Avery and Murphys is nearly complete. The critical transition to the new pipeline will occur gradually over the next couple of weeks. CCWD is limiting the number of customers impacted by this transition to the extent possible, but a series of planned […]
