Jackson, CA…Hospice of Amador and Calaveras proudly announces the success of its 26th annual “Celebrate Life” Art Auction on the Lawn, which brought together community members, artists, donors, and supporters for an evening of generosity and celebration. Thanks to the incredible support of the community, the event raised over $66,000 to help provide compassionate, quality […]
Arnold, CA…After a few welcome showers today the weather is shaping up to be perfect for the Big Arnold Classic Car Show tomorrow at White Pines Park! No dust, perfect temps and the weather is shaping up to be perfect for the weekend. The detailed forecast for the West Slope & Mother Lode from NWS […]
Jackson, CA…Kassidy Lynn Ketcherside November 30, 1997 ~ August 16, 2025 (age 27). Kassidy Lynn Ketcherside, 27, passed away on August 16, 2025. Online condolences can be made at https://www.dieboldfuneral.com/. Funeral arrangements were trusted to San Andreas Memorial Chapel, 254 West St. Charles PO Box 328 San Andreas, CA 95249, (209) 754-3361. To send flowers to the family […]
Pioneer, CA…On 08/19/2025, at approximately 1650 hours, William Fitzsimmons was driving his 1997 Chevrolet S10 Blazer (Vehicle #1, V-1), westbound on SR-88, east of Cedar Heights Dr., at an unknown speed, approaching a slight left hand curve in the roadway. Sara Olson was driving her 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe (Vehicle #2, V-2), accompanied by three juvenile […]
Ione, CA…Mr. Charles Mikel Lorence December 3, 1947 ~ June 30, 2025 (age 77). Charles Mikel Lorence, 77, passed away on June 30, 2025. Online condolences can be made at https://www.dieboldfuneral.com/. Funeral arrangements were trusted to San Andreas Memorial Chapel, 254 West St. Charles PO Box 328 San Andreas, CA 95249, (209) 754-3361. To send flowers to the […]
Pioneer, CA…(Update – Saturday, 7:10 am): Forward progress has been stopped. Firefighters worked through the night and successfully held the Tiger Fire at 117 acres, and containment is now at 10%. Their hard work continues this morning as day shift crews gear up to hit the line – focused on keeping the fire within its […]
Pioneer, CA…Firefighters on ground and in the air have done a phenomenal job this afternoon getting the upper hand on the Tiger Fire. While far from out smoke output has dropped significantly and the fire’s ability to explode to a larger much larger fire has probably been taken out of it. The latest from CAL […]
Buckhorn, CA…As we head into the heart of fire season the Tiger Fire has all the ingredients of a potentially bad one. It is burning at an elevation where there is lots of heavy fuel and it is late enough into the season that the fuel moisture load is low. Officially estimated at 34 acres […]
Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil (R-Jackson) proudly announced today that her bill expanding peace officer authority in Amador and Nevada counties has been signed into law by Governor Newsom. Senate Bill 229 (SB 229) updates state law to include deputy sheriffs in these rural counties under the definition of “peace officer,” enhancing emergency response capabilities and broadening […]
Tragedy Spring, CA…On July 1st at approximately 1745 hours, Gary Gladen was driving his 2006 Harley Davidson. Street. Glide eastbound on SR-88, east of Cat Creek Road, at an unknown speed. For reasons yet to be determined, Gladen veered over the solid white line while negotiating a left hand curve in the roadway, and collided […]
Valley Springs, CA…Mr. Todd Jorgen Bennion March 1, 1989 ~ June 21, 2025 (age 36). Todd Jorgen Bennion, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished friend, passed away unexpectedly on June 21, 2025, at the age of 36, in Valley Springs, California. Born on March 1 st , 1989 in Jackson, California, Todd was the […]
San Andreas, CA…On Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, the Special Olympics Flame of Hope Torch was escorted from Amador County into Calaveras County while being delivered to the 2025 Special Olympics Summer Games. Special Olympics Athletes carried the Flame of Hope with an entourage comprised of members of the California Highway Patrol along with Calaveras County […]
Tragedy Spring, CA…Party #1 (P-1) drove his SUV eastbound SR-88, east of Mehrten Spring Road at approximately 60 mph. The roadway was partially covered with snow, and it was lightly snowing in the early evening. Party #2 (P-2) was driving a dump truck the opposite way (westbound) on SR-88, heading towards P-1. P-1 lost control […]
Pine Grove, CA…Renee Lyn Ross April 19, 1950 ~ April 16, 2025 (age 74). Renee Lyn Ross, 74, lost her battle with colon cancer on April 16, 2025, in Pine Grove, CA. Renee was born on April 19, 1950, in Roseburg, OR to parents Edward and June (Babcock) Decker. Renee is survived by her loving […]
Martell, CA…Possible Injury Head on Collision Blocking Lanes Near Hwy 49 & Depot Road Incident: 0060 Type: Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt Location: Sr49 / Depot Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.367949 -120.796460 Detail Information 8:45 AM 4 [5] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1183-Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj to 1179-Trfc Collision-1141 Enrt by CHP 8:45 AM 3 [4] 1039 AMASO […]
Markleeville, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will be re-opening State Route 89 (Monitor Pass) for the season at the State Route 4/89 Junction, as of 12:00 p.m., Monday, April 7, 2025. Caltrans maintenance crews have made significant progress with their snow removal operations along Monitor Pass and have deemed it safe for reopening to […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA…Kathryn Lee Dell’Orto (Hammond) passed away of natural causes on February 2nd, 2025. Kathy was born October 24th, 1948 in Reno, Nevada to parents John and Diane Hammond. She moved as a child to Jackson, California and eventually settled in Mokelumne Hill, having attended Jackson and then Calaveras High Schools. On November 13, […]
Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Tuesday, April 1st, 2025 at 10:45 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] Is closed from the Mt Reba Turnoff to the Jct of SR 89 /Ebbetts Pass/ (Alpine Co) – For the Winter – Motorists are advised to use an alternate […]
Jackson, CA…For several months now, the tiny tree frogs have been lifting the living water with their voices. Together with the birds, they have sung the water up the trunks and the leaves back onto the trees. These are the same leaves that will shade the frogs in the hot summer months ahead. Six moons […]
Pioneer, CA…Barbara L. Sutton October 1, 1947 ~ February 24, 2025 (age 77). Barbara Lee Sutton, 77, passed away on February 24, 2025, in Fiddletown, CA. Barbara was born on October 01, 1947, in KS to parents Lee and Rose (Bilson) Simpson. A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 10:30 A.M. […]
Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by caltrans as of Thursday, March 6th, 2025 at 07:15 AM. Details for each Hwy are below… SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] Is closed from the Mt Reba Turnoff to the Jct of SR 89 /Ebbetts Pass/ (Alpine Co) – For the Winter – Motorists […]
Jackson, CA…Roxann Linnette Oneto October 27, 1958 ~ February 12, 2025 (age 66) An obituary is not available at this time for Roxann Linnette Oneto. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Roxann Linnette Oneto, please […]
Ione, CA…Loretta Mardel Croffoot November 13, 1934 ~ January 31, 2025 (age 90). An obituary is not available at this time for Loretta Mardel Croffoot. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Loretta Mardel Croffoot, please visit our floral store. Services […]
Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 at 09:51 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] Is closed from the Mt Reba turnoff to 2.4 mi west of the Jct of SR 89 /Ebbetts Pass/ (Alpine Co) – For the Winter – Motorists are advised […]
Sacramento, CA….Sen. Marie Alvarado-Gil (R-Jackson) is pleased to announce that her persistent efforts to secure funding for infrastructure improvements at California’s fairgrounds have resulted in a $40 million allocation for upgrades to enhance emergency response capabilities at sites across the state. “More than just venues for entertainment, California’s fairgrounds serve a vital function during times […]
Markleeville, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will be re-opening State Route 89 (Monitor Pass) today at the State Route 4/89 Junction, as of 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Caltrans maintenance crews have made significant progress with their snow removal operations this week along Monitor Pass and have deemed it safe for reopening to […]
Sutter Creek, CA…Eleni N. Caldwell March 21, 1992 ~ December 23, 2024 (age 32). An obituary is not available at this time for Eleni N. Caldwell. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Eleni N. Caldwell, please visit our floral store.
Jackson, CA…Press Conference on Amador County Fatal Officer Involved Shooting
Jackson, CA…On December 26, 2024, at approximately 1722 hours, a solo Amador CHP officer was dispatched to a call for service involving a vehicle that was blocking the roadway on Old Sacramento Road east of Latrobe Road in unincorporated Amador County. Upon arrival, an officer involved shooting occurred. A firearm was located and secured. The […]
Pine Grove, CA…On 12/9/2024 at approximately 1220 hours Party #4 was driving Vehicle #4 stopped in a posted (multiple signs) and staffed one way traffic control area eastbound on SR-88 just west of Toyon Rd in Pine Grove. Party #3 was stopped in Vehicle #3 in the traffic directly behind Party #4. Party #2 was […]
