Amador Arts Council Needs You!

Amador Arts Council Needs You!

Jackson, CA…Urgent Volunteer Need. Please Join Us on April 25th, 6 PM -OR- April 29th, 10 AM. Thank you for your support of Amador County Arts Council! You are needed again. Our calendar is full of arts events, and we don’t have enough volunteer support to plan and execute them. Please join us on Tuesday, […]

Traffic Restrictions Scheduled Next Week in Amador County

Traffic Restrictions Scheduled Next Week in Amador County

Jackson, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has the following work scheduled next week in Amador County. State Route 49 • One lane will be closed for utility potholing from Schober Avenue to Marcucci Lane in Jackson from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. beginning Monday, April 10, through Friday, April 14, 2023. • The southbound […]

How to Make the Perfect Bloody Mary Class on April 22nd

How to Make the Perfect Bloody Mary Class on April 22nd

Jackson, CA…Join UC Master Food Preservers of Amador/Calaveras Counties on Saturday, April 22nd from 9am to 12noon at the Amador County GSA Building, 12200-B Airport Road in Jackson. We’ll demonstrate how to pickle vegetables to serve with home-made Bloody Mary mix or on a beautiful charcuterie board. Class demonstrations include a home-canned Bloody Mary mix, […]

Traffic Update….Vehicle Off Roadway Collision Near SR88 / Cedar Heights Dr

Traffic Update….Vehicle Off Roadway Collision Near SR88 / Cedar Heights Dr

Pioneer, CA…Traffic Update….Vehicle Off Roadway Collision Near SR88 / Cedar Heights Dr Incident: 00273 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: SR88 / Cedar Heights Dr Loc Desc: EB 88 JEO CEDAR HEIGHTS Lat/Lon: 38.435992 -120.554862 Detail Information 4:06 PM 11 [24] 1039 CT 4:01 PM 10 [22] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1183-Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj to 1182-Trfc […]

Possible Threat to Amador High School Proved Not Credible

Possible Threat to Amador High School Proved Not Credible

Jackson, CA….On Friday March 31, 2023, at approximately 9:40 am, the Sutter Creek Police Department was dispatched to the Amador High School regarding a possible school threat. It was reported that a social media post, from an Argonaut High School student, indicated the student intended violence at the Amador High School campus. Jackson Police Officers […]

Southbound SR-49 Closed at Kennedy Mine Road Due to Sinkhole, Traffic Being Diverted Into Northbound SR-49

Southbound SR-49 Closed at Kennedy Mine Road Due to Sinkhole, Traffic Being Diverted Into Northbound SR-49

Jackson, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Emergency Director’s Order to repair a sinkhole that appeared on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, on State Route 49 at Kennedy Mine Road in Martell. Southbound traffic on Route 49 is being diverted into the No. 1 lane of northbound Route 49. A contractor was on […]

Hwy 88 Closed Before Kirkwood, Chain Controls on Hwys 88, 4, 108 & 120

Hwy 88 Closed Before Kirkwood, Chain Controls on Hwys 88, 4, 108 & 120

Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 at 05:18 PM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM THE EAST END OF LAKE ALPINE TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) – FOR THE WINTER – MOTORISTS ARE ADVISED TO USE […]

Your Local H&R Block is Your Home of Expert Tax Help!

Your Local H&R Block is Your Home of Expert Tax Help!

Angels Camp, Valley Springs & Ione, CA…Max refunds are knocking at your nearest H&R Block office. So if you still haven’t filed, make an appointment or c’mon in to get every dollar you deserve this Tax Season. https://hrblock.io/Appointment H&R Block Tax Preparation Office in Angels Camp, CA 471 S Main St Angels Camp, CA 95222 […]

Traffic Restrictions Scheduled Next Week in Amador County

Traffic Restrictions Scheduled Next Week in Amador County

Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has the following work and lane restrictions scheduled on State Routes 49 and 124 next week in Amador County. Route 49 One lane will be closed from Main Street/Matley Street to Hoffman Street for shoulder work beginning Monday, March 27, through Thursday, March 30, 2023, from 8:30 […]

Winter Weather Advisory Until Early Friday Morning. Then a Sunny Weekend Ahead!

Winter Weather Advisory Until Early Friday Morning.  Then a Sunny Weekend Ahead!

Arnold, CA…The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a Winter Weather Advisory until March 24 at 5am. Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches & Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Snow level down to 3,500 feet & then clearing into the weekend. Winter Weather Advisory URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE […]

Valley Springs Residents Booked on Multiple Felony Charges

Valley Springs Residents Booked on Multiple Felony Charges

Jackson, CA…On March 19th, 2023, at approximately 11:45 am, Jackson Police Officers were dispatched to an abandoned house located in the 100 block of Broadway. The reporting party advised she saw 2 males kicking in the door to the residence and the males were wearing black hoodies. Multiple Jackson Police Officers responded and as they […]

Hwy 26 Closed in Amador County

Hwy 26 Closed in Amador County

Pioneer, CA…A full closure of SR-26 remains in place for safety due to an unstable boulder identified during removal of fallen trees. SR-26 is closed from Defender Grade Road to Higdon Road. There is no ETO. Please seek alternate route. #Update resuming full closure of the highway for safety due to unstable boulder. No ETO. […]

Stabbing in Jackson Late this Afternoon

Stabbing in Jackson Late this Afternoon

Jackson, CA…On Friday March 10, 2023, at approximately 5:00 pm, The Jackson Police Department was dispatched to 810 Court Street for a physical fight in progress resulting in a possible stabbing victim. Upon arrival, officers located a 33-year-old male victim with an apparent stab wound to his left side. Emergency medical services were requested and […]

Chain Controls Areas Rise a Bit, Hwy 88 Still Closed before Kirkwood & Yosemite Closed

Chain Controls Areas Rise a Bit, Hwy 88 Still Closed before Kirkwood & Yosemite Closed

Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 at 01:18 PM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM THE EAST END OF LAKE ALPINE TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) – FOR THE WINTER – MOTORISTS ARE ADVISED TO USE […]

Yosemite Still Closed, Hwy 88 Closed Before Kirkwood & Chain Controls a Few Miles East of Hwy 49!

Yosemite Still Closed, Hwy 88 Closed Before Kirkwood & Chain Controls a Few Miles East of Hwy 49!

Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Monday, March 6th, 2023 at 10:38 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM THE EAST END OF LAKE ALPINE TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) – FOR THE WINTER – MOTORISTS ARE ADVISED TO USE […]

March Bubbles & Brunch

March Bubbles & Brunch

Fiddleton, CA… March Bubbles & Brunch by Lusso Della Terra! Mar 19th, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM at 21390 Ostrom Rd, Fiddletown, CA 95629 Fiddletown, CA 95629 – 2092265969 Enjoy our new bubbles and brunch format! Sip Bite Sip Catering will be preparing a 3 course brunch menu with thoughtful sparkling pairings. First course- […]

40 Year Old Man, 10 Year Old Male Child & 7 Year Old Male Child all from Ione Died in Vehicle vs Tree Collision

40 Year Old Man, 10 Year Old Male Child & 7 Year Old Male Child all from Ione Died in Vehicle vs Tree Collision

Ione, CA…On March 2, 2023, at approximately 1352 hours, Amador Area officers were dispatched to a solo vehicle vs. tree collision on Irish Hill Road south of Carbondale Road in unincorporated Amador County. Preliminary investigation indicates a male was driving a Toyota Echo northbound on Irish Hill Road at a high rate of speed. The […]

Another Winter Storm Heads Our Way! Up to 5 Feet of Snow Above 5,000 ft. Up to 18 Inches Down to 2,000ft

Another Winter Storm Heads Our Way!  Up to 5 Feet of Snow Above 5,000 ft. Up to 18 Inches Down to 2,000ft

Arnold, CA…Another Winter Storm Warning is in our future starting at 10am on Saturday. From the National Weather Service in Sacramento. Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 5 feet above 3000 feet with the highest accumulations above 5000 feet. Accumulations of 4 to 18 inches down to 2000 ft. Winds gusting as […]

Chain Controls on 88, 4, 108 & 120. Hwy 4 Reopens to Bear Valley, Hwy 88 Still Closed before Kirkwood

Chain Controls on 88, 4, 108 & 120.  Hwy 4 Reopens to Bear Valley, Hwy 88 Still Closed before Kirkwood

Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Friday, March 3rd, 2023 at 09:29 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM THE EAST END OF LAKE ALPINE TO THE JCT OF SR 89 /EBBETTS PASS/ (ALPINE CO) – FOR THE WINTER – MOTORISTS ARE ADVISED TO USE […]

Over 5,000 Without Power This Evening

Over 5,000 Without Power This Evening

Arnold, CA…PG&E crews have been working hard playing whack a mole on outages throughout our coverage area. Many outages have been taken care of while new ones have been popping up. After battling through a tree into powerlines that closed Hwy 4 near Forest Meadows earlier it looks like the Twain Harte area has been […]

Hwys 88, 4, 108 & 120 Closed. Chain Controls on East of Hwy 49 on Most Roadways

Hwys 88, 4, 108 & 120 Closed.  Chain Controls on East of Hwy 49 on Most Roadways

Arnold, CA…Hwys 88, 4, 108 & 120 Closed. Chain Controls on East of Hwy 49 on Most Roadways. This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Tuesday, February 28th, 2023 at 08:16 AM. Details are below… SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM MEKO DR /IN CAMP CONNELL/ (CALAVERAS […]

Hwy 88 Closed, Hwy 4 Closed at Meko, Yosemite Park Closed, Chain Controls from Jackson, Angels Camp & Sonora!

Hwy 88 Closed, Hwy 4 Closed at Meko, Yosemite Park Closed, Chain Controls from Jackson, Angels Camp & Sonora!

Arnold, CA…Hwy 88 Closed, Hwy 4 Closed at Meko, Yosemite Park Closed, Chain Controls from Jackson, Angels Camp & Sonora! This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Monday, February 27th, 2023 at 02:44 PM.   SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM MEKO DR /IN CAMP CONNELL/ (CALAVERAS […]

Hwy 88 Closed in Carson Spur Area for Snow Removal & Poor Visibility

Hwy 88 Closed in Carson Spur Area for Snow Removal & Poor Visibility

Kirkwood, CA….State Route 88 currently is closed until further notice at Carson Spur and Carson Pass due to heavy snow and low visibility. Caltrans is working to clear the roadway as safely and expeditiously as possible. Chains are required in the #sierranevada. Check Quickmap.dot.ca.gov or call 1-800-427-7623 (ROAD) for road information. For weather information, check […]

Traffic Update….Jack Knifed Propane Truck Near Sr88 / Mormon Emigrant Trail

Traffic Update….Jack Knifed Propane Truck Near Sr88 / Mormon Emigrant Trail

Tragedy Spring, CA…Traffic Update….Jack Knifed Propane Truck Near Sr88 / Mormon Emigrant Trail Incident: 00159 Type: Traffic Hazard Location: Sr88 / Mormon Emigrant Trl Loc Desc: 88 JEO MORMAN Lat/Lon: 38.628149 -120.208637 Detail Information 3:59 PM 9 [14] A94-005 1185 CHAINING UP AT PEDDLER HILL 3:39 PM 8 [13] [Notification] [CHP]-PER ATR — ETA 1185 […]

USFS Survey Detects 36 Million Dead Trees in California

USFS Survey Detects 36 Million Dead Trees in California

Vallejo, CA…A report from the USDA Forest Service reveals about 36.3 million trees across 2.6 million acres of federal, state and private land died in California in 2022. This year, the central Sierra Nevada Range and areas further north showed the highest mortality rates with true firs being the most impacted. The Forest Service and partners […]

Sun Returns This Week for the West Slope & Mother Lode

Sun Returns This Week for the West Slope & Mother Lode

Arnold, CA…The latest from the National Weather Service for the West Slope & Mother Lode. Detailed forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Tonight, At higher elevations, patchy fog early in the evening. Mostly cloudy with a chance of heavy snow showers, rain showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms early in the evening, then […]