Sonora, CA…Bruce Marine is joining Anchor Pest Control. Bruce brings 39 years experience in all facets of our industry. If you see Bruce around town feel free to ask his expert advice on pest control or weed abatement. Call Bruce today for WHAT’S BUG’N YOU 209-536-1981 Anchor Pest Control is an independent, family owned company […]
Sacramento, CA…CDFA selected a research project titled “Small Dairy Climate Change Research: An economic evaluation of strategies for methane emission reduction effectiveness and appropriateness in small and large California dairies” for a grant award of $213,349. The research team is led by California Dairy Research Foundation in collaboration from University of California, Davis researchers. This […]
Arnold, CA…Our mission each and everyday is to keep your customers informed, entertained and shopping at local businesses. We are lucky enough to cover some of the best regions on the planet. What makes our area great is not only the scenic beauty and recreation opportunities but the small family run businesses that are the […]
Sacramento, CA…Caltrans announced today the next round of local transportation planning grants totaling $41 million have been awarded. Local agencies will put this money to use for planning efforts and projects that support more sustainable communities, reduce transportation-related greenhouse gases and adapt for the effects of climate change. “These grants will provide much needed funding […]
Stockton, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is hosting a Career Fair in Stockton and is inviting members of the public to learn more about jobs that are available with the department. With the passage of Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act, which is projected to raise a total of $54 billion […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with Quest Capital Strategies, Inc. is pleased to announce the first annual Calaveras County forum on Financial Leadership at the Bret Harte Performing Arts Center, May 23, 2018 from 4:30pm – 8:00pm. This event is designed to educate the public while providing an opportunity to […]
Washington, DC….“Today, the FCC gave notice that net neutrality protections will be taken off the books on June 11. This is profoundly disappointing. The agency failed to listen to the American public and gave short shrift to their deeply held belief that internet openness should remain the law of the land. The agency turned a […]
Sacramento, CA…Moving to cut energy use in new homes by more than 50 percent, the California Energy Commission today adopted building standards that require solar photovoltaic systems starting in 2020. The building energy efficiency standards, which are the first in the nation to require solar, will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by an amount equivalent to […]
Washington, DC…Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 164,000 in April, and the unemployment rate edged down to 3.9 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Job gains occurred in professional and business services, manufacturing, healthcare, and mining. Household Survey Data In April, the unemployment rate edged down to 3.9 percent, following 6 months […]
San Andreas, CA…Measure A determines the future of the Mark Twain Medical Center hospital in Calaveras County. YES ON MEASURE A. Mark Twain Medical Center will continue to provide nationally recognized high-level quality care for rural hospitals in Calaveras County. There will be NO increase to taxes. The citizens of Calaveras County will continue to […]
Arnold, CA…Time to Celebrate!! Fine-Things will be 20 years old in May and we want you to help us celebrated like it’s 1998! Saturday, May 5th from 10am to 6pm. Join us for morning mimosas’s & afternoon BBQ, beer, wine, prizes, raffles & party!! Where it all began With no business experience or background in […]
Murphys, CA…More than 200 people gathered to celebrate the life of Barden Stevenot on Sunday, April 29, 2018 at the Old School House in Murphys. Stevenot’s wife, Annie, was presented with two proclamations honoring his contributions to the county. The Calaveras Board of Supervisors signed one and the other was written, signed and presented by […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras Community Foundation has awarded a grant to the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program to cover the costs of volunteer fingerprinting in the program’s 2018-19 budget. The grant will support at least seven new volunteers being matched with local young people. “We are very grateful for the continuing support of our local community […]
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Arnold, CA…Community Town Hall Meeting to Discuss Planned Development in Arnold Tuesday, May 1 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Independence Hall -1445 Blagen Road, Arnold (in White Pines) We are gathering community input to address citizens’ concerns regarding the impact Planned Development (PD) has on our Arnold community and the possibility of its removal from our Community […]
Sonora, CA…Nearly 500 community members and Adventist Health Sonora staff attended the ribbon-cutting celebration at the new Health Pavilion and Diana J. White Cancer Institute, which was held on April 30 in honor of the birthdate of the late Diana J. White. Members of the White family traveled from across the country to attend. The […]
Sonora, CA…The community is invited to a ribbon-cutting celebration and open house on Monday, April 30, at 2 p.m. at Adventist Health Sonora’s new Health Pavilion and Diana J. White Cancer Institute. Located at 900 Mono Way in Sonora, the Health Pavilion is a brand-new, 64,000-square-foot building that will offer state-of-the-art health care services close […]
Yosemite, CA…Report shows visitor spending supports 6,666 jobs in local economy. A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 4,336,889 visitors to Yosemite National Park in 2017 spent $451,782,000 in communities near the park. That spending supported 6,666 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $589,343,700. […]
Washington, DC…Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.3 percent in the first quarter of 2018, according to the “advance” estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the fourth quarter, real GDP increased 2.9 percent. The Bureau emphasized that the first-quarter advance estimate released today is based on source […]
San Andreas, CA…The Mark Twain Health Care District was honored to present Golden Health Community Grant Awards to deserving non-profit organizations in Calaveras County. The Community Grant Committee awarded $42,925.00 at a reception on April 25th at the District office in San Andreas. The awards covered such worthwhile needs in the County as the installation […]
Washington, DC…By 2030, the U.S. Census Bureau projects that one in every five residents will be older than age 65. What do we know about older workers’ labor market participation and earnings today? We know that the number of older workers is on the rise. We also know that these workers are not only making […]
Sonora, CA…Join us for a morning of presentations from local experts discussing issues relating to Tuolumne County seniors and their families. Speakers include: – Tuolumne County Sheriff Jim Mele- Scams/Abuse/Additions – Tuolumne County District Attorney’s Office Laura Krieg, Esq.- Elder Abuse- Criminal Prosecutions & Scams – Tamara Polley, Esq. of Tamara Polley Law- Wills/Trusts/Estate Planning […]
Arnold, CA…What? Proposed water and sewer rate changes discussion, When? 6 p.m. Tuesday April 24, 2018 Where? Independence Hall, 1445 Blagen Road, Arnold, Who? Dave Eggerton, General Manager, Jesse Hampton, Interim Director of Operations, Stacey Lollar, Director of Customer Service, Joel Metzger, Manager of External Affairs Bertha Underhill, Division 3 Director. Agenda: CCWD staff will […]
New York, NY…The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® increased in April, following a decline in March. The Index now stands at 128.7 (1985=100), up from 127.0 in March. The Present Situation Index increased from 158.1 to 159.6, while the Expectations Index improved from 106.2 last month to 108.1 this month. The monthly Consumer Confidence Survey®, […]
Arnold, CA…Why Tonight’s Town Hall Meeting is Important to You. What is your vision for the future of Arnold? Tonight’s agenda regards taking ownership of our town with subjects including: Small Towns Rejuvenated, The 1998 Arnold Community Plan, The 2007 Arnold Mobility Plan, Increasing the Tourist Occupancy Tax, The Prospect of a Tourist Improvement District […]
Arnold, CA…Judy Bettencourt purchased a home in Blue Lake Springs in 2004 and decided to make it her full time residence in 2008. Judy has been helping clients with homeownership since 1998. Besides her desire to help people with their dream of home ownership, she has a passion for the outdoors and enjoys hiking and […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce promotes local business, the county and our local economy. Shop Local! TThe April Chamber Mixer is Tonight at The Library from 5:30 PM – 7 PM. Calaveras County Library (San Andreas, CA) 1299 Gold Hunter Rd, San Andreas, California 95249
Murphys, CA…The Angels Murphys Rotary Club Students of the Month for April are Josh Girard and Leah Dempsey. Congratulations!! About the Angels Muprhys Rotary Club..What do we do in the community? We raise money and give it to those who strengthen and improve the community. We do hands-on projects and have fun doing them. History […]
Angels Camp, CA…Calaveras & Sonora Lumber owner Mike Fullaway has submitted an open letter to the City of Angels Camp on potential rezoning problems. The summary is as follows and the complete letter follows the summary. “This zoning ordinance appears to be a back-door way of permitting retail uses in districts that were not intended […]
Arnold, CA…Community Town Hall Meeting to Discuss Planned Development in Arnold Tuesday, May 1 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Independence Hall -1445 Blagen Road, Arnold (in White Pines) We are gathering community input to address citizens’ concerns regarding the impact Planned Development (PD) has on our Arnold community and the possibility of its removal from our Community […]
