Butte Fire Victims Needs List 12 9 2015

Butte Fire Victims Needs List 12 9 2015

Railroad Flat Ca. The Friends of Rail Road Flat School Butte Fire Relief Efforts a 501c3 that is working directly with the Butte Fire Victims through their Donation Center and their Mobile Donation Van in working hard 7 days a week to help in any way they can the Butte Fire Victims who are still […]

Community Message: Drop the Drugs Event – December 15th 4pm-7pm

Community Message: Drop the Drugs Event – December 15th 4pm-7pm

San Andreas Ca A “Drop the Drugs” event is being presented through funding from the Anti-Drug Abuse Justice Assistance Grant. The service is free and anonymous; no questions asked. Calaveras County community members can prevent prescription and other drug misuse and abuse by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous, expired, unused, and unwanted drug this […]

Butte Fire Victim Relief Needs List 12 5 2015

Butte Fire Victim Relief Needs List 12 5 2015

Railroad Flat Ca. The Friends of Rail Road Flat School Butte Fire Relief Efforts a 501c3 that is working directly with the Butte Fire Victims through their Donation Center and their Mobile Donation Van in working hard 7 days a week to help in any way they can the Butte Fire Victims who are still […]

Want To Remember New Names? Sleep On It

Want To Remember New Names? Sleep On It

Boston, MA…A new study by investigators at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) offers an additional reason to get a good night’s sleep. In a closely controlled study of fourteen participants, researchers found that they were significantly better at remembering faces and names if they were given an opportunity to sleep for up to eight hours […]

Teddy Bear Clinic Highlights A Busy Pink Month At Mark Twain Medical Center

Teddy Bear Clinic Highlights A Busy Pink Month At Mark Twain Medical Center

San Andreas, CA….October is always a busy month for Mark Twain Medical Center. They try their best to turn the county pink every October to highlight the fight against Breast Cancer. The also open MTMC’s campus to almost 500 youngsters for Teddy Bear Clinic. This is a great event that lets children learn from and […]

Trudy Lackey Named Interim Mind Matters Executive Director

Trudy Lackey Named Interim Mind Matters Executive Director

Murphys, CA…Trudy Lackey, who has served on the Mind Matters board since 2009, has accepted an appointment to be the non-profit clinic’s Interim Executive Director replacing Wayne Brown who recently resigned because of pressing family problems. “I have long been a strong supporter of Mind Matters and its mission to help individuals and families to […]

Advisory: Drop the Drugs Event November 1

Advisory: Drop the Drugs Event November 1

San Andreas, CA Calaveras County community members can prevent prescription and other drug misuse and abuse by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous, expired, unused, and unwanted drugs on November 1st from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at two locations in the county. A “Drop the Drugs” event is being presented by the Calaveras County […]

High Hill Ranch Issues Voluntary Recall of Unpasteurized Apple Juice

High Hill Ranch Issues Voluntary Recall of Unpasteurized Apple Juice

Placerville Ca. Source: KTVN From the El Dorado County Environmental Management Division Public Health Division: High Hill Ranch, located in the community of Camino in El Dorado County, has initiated a voluntary recall of its unpasteurized apple juice following notification from local health officials of suspected contamination with bacteria, likely Escherichia coli (E. coli.). El […]

Mark Twain Health Care District Will Sponsor The Third Annual “Golden Health Awards”

Mark Twain Health Care District Will Sponsor The Third Annual “Golden Health Awards”

San Andreas, CA…Recognizing Community Health Care Professionals and Public Service Organizations of Calaveras County Mark Twain Health Care District (MTHCD) and Mark Twain Medical Center Foundation will host the third annual “Golden Health Awards” at Iron Stone Vineyards on February 7, 2015. The Golden Health Award was established in 2013 to recognize and award selected […]

Pink in the Night in Honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Pink in the Night in Honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center ia promoting the importance of early detection of breast cancer, followed by prompt treatment, saves lives. The annual ‘Pink in the Night’ opening ceremony October 1st, in Valley Springs kicked off the month of awareness. All those who currently have breast cancer, survivors and support providers were invited to […]

Services Removed with new Yosemite Concessionaire Contract in 2016

Services Removed with new Yosemite Concessionaire Contract in 2016

Yosemite Ca.  Services slated to close in the Yosemite National Park Prospectus issued on 7/9/14. The new contract will start March 2016 Yosemite Valley and Tuolumne Meadows 2 hour scenic horse rides will end on 10/2015 Curry Ice rink will close on 3/1/2016, no funding or new location has been identified Curry Village Raft Stand […]

Wildfire Smoke Health Precautions

Wildfire Smoke Health Precautions

San Andreas, CA…Smoke is visible in some areas of Calaveras County as a result of multiple wildfires. Calaveras County Public Health Services advises the community to avoid exposure to the wildfire smoke as much as possible. The main health threat from wildfire smoke comes from fine particles. These particles can get into the eyes and […]

Air Quality Alert: Wildfire Smoke Warning

Air Quality Alert: Wildfire Smoke Warning

Sutter Creek, CA – Amador County Public Health advises community members that because of smoke from the Butte Fire air quality may be unsafe. Those with chronic health conditions, young children, pregnant women and elderly adults should especially be aware and take protective measures. If you smell or see smoke, take these steps to protect […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Announces 17th Annual Fall Health Fair

Mark Twain Medical Center Announces 17th Annual Fall Health Fair

San Andreas, CA…September 1, 2015- Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be holding its 17th Annual Fall Health Fair on Saturday, September 26th from 7am to noon on the Hospital Campus in San Andreas. “Hosting our community health fairs allows us to express our gratitude to those that entrust us with their health care needs,” […]

National Preparedness Month Kicks Off Today

National Preparedness Month Kicks Off Today

Sacramento, CA…Disasters can strike at any time, and the most common disaster threat people face across the country is a fire in their home. The American Red Cross Gold Country Region encourages everyone to be ready for emergencies like home fires by creating a disaster plan for their household during National Preparedness Month. The national […]

Foothill Village Senior Living Invites You To A Benefit Wine Pairing Dinner

Foothill Village Senior Living Invites You To A Benefit Wine Pairing Dinner

Angels Camp, CA…Foothill Village Senior Living Invites You To A Benefit Wine Pairing Dinner! A fundraiser for the Calaveras County Search & Rescue Organization Friday • September 11th, 2015 6:30pm. Guest Chefs: Jenny Baxter & Dave McElhinnie. Minimum $60 per person suggested donation. All proceeds to benefit the Calaveras County Search & Rescue Please RSVP […]

Arnold Rim Trail Sunset Hikes Both Friday & Saturday, Aug 28th & 29th

Arnold Rim Trail Sunset Hikes Both Friday & Saturday, Aug 28th & 29th

Arnold, CA…Dear Arnold Rim Trail Equestrians, Cyclists, and Hikers,  Not one, but two guided sunset/full moon hikes to Cougar Rock this month, both Friday & Saturday, August 28th & 29th.  This month, Captain Dave has graciously announced he is leading two sunset hikes to Cougar Rock, on both Friday and Saturday this weekend. Join one […]

It’s Time To Get ZIA Fit

It’s Time To Get ZIA Fit

Arnold, CA…ZIA Group Fitness is at 2708 Highway 4, Arnold. Give them a call at 209-986-5920 or just drop in on a class. GET IN SHAPE Feel Great COME AND JOIN US! ONLY $5 PER CLASS. ZUMBA MORNINGS Tuesday, 8:30 am Friday, 8:30 am Saturday, 9:00 am. ROCKIN’ WEIGHTS Beginner-Intermediate Wednesday, 8:30 am. ZUMBA NIGHTS […]

DON’T MISS “THE PARTY” Saturday, September 12, 2015 at Dove Hill Ranch

DON’T MISS “THE PARTY”  Saturday, September 12, 2015 at Dove Hill Ranch

Angels Cmap, CA…The Calaveras Mentoring Foundation announces its most ambitious fundraiser yet: THE PARTY at Dove Hill Ranch in Angels Camp, beginning at 5pm, Saturday, September 12, 2015, to raise funds for the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program. Dove Hill Ranch, Jane and Tad Bottomley-Winans’ beautiful Angels Camp home, is the perfect location for an outdoor […]

Jo Anna Inks Sleep Solutions, Helping Families Sleep Better One Baby At A Time

Jo Anna Inks Sleep Solutions, Helping Families Sleep Better One Baby At A Time

Murphys, CA…What I Do! Help families implement a customized sleep plan for their babies and toddlers. Sleep problems, while very common, don’t have to happen. Babies and toddlers want to sleep and are happier, healthier, and more able to learn when they can do so successfully. I offer different packages depending on your needs. Click […]

Ebbetts Pass Century Last Minute Updates…Get Your Chamois Shorts Ready!

Ebbetts Pass Century Last Minute Updates…Get Your Chamois Shorts Ready!

Bear Valley, CA…MAS is looking forward to hosting the 8th Annual Ebbetts Pass Century (EPC) this Saturday – August 22, 2015.  This email contains updates and information to help make the most of participants High Sierra cycling experience.   All riders must check-in at the registration desk located at the Bear Valley Adventure Company (aka – […]

FDA Approves Treatment For Female Sexual Desire Disorder

FDA Approves Treatment For Female Sexual Desire Disorder

Washington, DC…The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Addyi (flibanserin) to treat acquired, generalized hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in premenopausal women. Prior to Addyi’s approval, there were no FDA-approved treatments for sexual desire disorders in men or women. “Today’s approval provides women distressed by their low sexual desire with an approved treatment option,” […]

Don’s Miss The Ebbetts Pass Century August 22, 2015

Don’s Miss The Ebbetts Pass Century August 22, 2015

Bear Valley, CA…Only a few days before the 8th Annual Ebbetts Pass Century (EPC) on August 22, 2015.  Four scenic routes: 100, 60, 50 and 25 miles and all provide well stocked support stations, a post-ride meal, friendly staff and some of California’s most scenic cycling terrain (aka – the “California Alps“).  Check out this informative […]

Murphys Senior Center To Host VA Mobile Medical Van Oct 22nd

Murphys Senior Center To Host VA Mobile Medical Van Oct 22nd

Murphys, CA…The Murphys Senior Center will welcome the VA Mobile Medical Outreach Van on Oct. 22 from 10-2. The VA Palo Alto Health Care System Mobile Medical Outreach will provide brief medical examinations, consultations and referrals to all military veterans. No appointment necessary! Enrollment specialists, medical providers and veterans service officers will be on site. […]

California Department of Public Health Investigates Human Plague Case

California Department of Public Health Investigates Human Plague Case

Yosemite, CA…California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director and State Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith today announced the department is investigating a case of human plague in California, and conducting an environmental evaluation in the Stanislaus National Forest, Yosemite National Park and the surrounding areas. The department began investigating this incident after a child from […]