West Point, CA…In this News Flash, Caltrans takes us on location as emergency maintenance contractors perform a controlled explosion to remove potentially hazardous rocks and debris while repairing State Route 26 (SR-26) near the Amador/Calaveras County line. On February 10, 2017, a roadside slip-out occurred on SR-26, followed by a rockslide on February 11, 2017, […]
Drytown, CA…A 45 year old River Pines man was driving his 92 Honda westbound on SR-16. His vehicle was having mechanical problems. He decided to make a u-turn. He turned his vehicle onto the shoulder and then made an immediate u-turn, directly into the path of that was following his vehicle. He failed to observe […]
Ione, CA…A 36 year old Valley Springs man was driving his 2006 Toyota westbound on SR-88, east of Eggiman Lane at an unknown speed. A 26 year old Stockton woman was driving her 2010 Chevy eastbound on SR-88, east of Eggiman Lane at approximately 55mph, to the west of the Toyota. For an unknown reason, […]
Pioneer, CA…All 3 roads that provide access to the Mokelumne River Canyon are closed indefinitely due to storm damage: Salt Springs Road, Ellis Road, and Panther Creek Road. There is storm damage on all 18 national forests in California with a total of 557 damage sites on forest service roads regionally as of April 5, […]
Amador County – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will be performing one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 88 from Silver Lake Campground to the Amador/Alpine County line for pavement repair. Work will begin Monday, April 17, 2017, through Friday, April 21, 2017, from 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Motorists should expect […]
Amador County – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on northbound and southbound State Route 49 (SR-49) from Dry Creek Bridge to SR-16 near Drytown for drainage work. Crews will begin work on Monday, April 17, 2017, through Friday, April 21, 2017, from 7:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Motorists should […]
Sutter Creek, CA…Knight Foundry in Sutter Creek is America’s last water-powered foundry and machine shop and a premier relic of Mother Lode gold mining history. Join us for our next Open House on Saturday, April 22, 10am-4pm. The event is free. Meet local historians and former Foundry employees, view demonstrations of how the wheels turned, […]
Pine Grove, CA…From the Amador County Sheriff’s Department…For the last several days, we’ve been searching for 79-year-old Christine Merten. Unfortunately, this morning, we found Christine deceased. She was located by a canine team in rugged, brushy terrain north of her home. The Amador County Sheriff’s Coroner’s Office will determine the cause of death, but we […]
Pine Grove, CA…CJP is reporting an overturned vehicle on Hwy 88 near Climax Road. The driver is out of the vehicle and it luckily non-injury. Incident: 00296 Type: Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj Location: Sr88 / Climax Rd Loc Desc: JWO Lat/Lon: 38.406871 -120.670047 Close Detail Information 6:50 PM 4 [5] 1039 AMA SO 6:49 PM 3 […]
Jackson, CA…Celebrate Earth Day, Saturday April 22 at the Historic Chichizola/Cuneo Ranch and Community Gardens. Located at 1324 Jackson Gate Rd., Jackson CA. Grounds will be open 9 am-2 pm. ACRA’s Be Active group will lead a guided tour of Historic Jackson Gate area from 9-11 am. This tour is free to Be Active Members, […]
Pioneer, CA…We are still searching for Christine. At this point she has been missing for approximately 23 hours. We have used a drone with thermal imagery, helicopters, a canine and trained ground searchers. We have entered her information into the Missing Persons System, we have utilized Code Red, issued a Silver Alert and provided information […]
Angels Camp & Sutter Creek, CA…If you or someone you know is planning to go to prom this year, this is the time to shop! There are great styles available in slim and traditional fits. You can even check them out at jimsformalwear.com before you come in. If price is a concern, check out our […]
Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will be performing various road work on State Route 88 (SR-88) from SR-104/Ridge Road to the Amador/Alpine County line. Work will occur as follows: One-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound SR-88 from SR-104/Ridge Road to Jackson/Martell shops entrance for utility work on Monday, April 3, 2017, […]
Plymouth, CA…The UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County will be holding a plant sale on Sunday, April 23, from 10:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. It will be held at 17705 State Highway 49, Plymouth, CA 95669 next to Ace Hardware of Plymouth – (PH: 209 245-4911) Master Gardeners will be available to discuss gardening and […]
Angels Camp & Sutter Creek, CA…Are you ready to be cheered up with new spring styles? Stop by and see what we’ve received at The Clothes Mine. We also have great fitting pants and capris, up to a size 18. We’re located in the Angels Towne Center next to the Angels Camp Medical Clinic and […]
Jackson,CA…Join us for this 3-hour fermentation class and learn how easy it is to make your own delicious sauerkraut, kimchi, and dill pickles. We will discuss the popular drink kombucha, and will teach you how to make yogurt and yogurt cheese. Walk-ins are always welcome, but to save a seat and to help us ensure […]
Jackson, CA…re you eager to get started raising backyard chickens or just beginning to consider home grown poultry? Fresh eggs are one of the many benefits that come from having your own chickens, a popular practice many people find fun and rewarding. The UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County will be offering a free public […]
Jackson, CA…Spring is finally here! Are your thoughts turning to delicious, homegrown vegetables or a vase of colorful flowers from your garden? Please join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County on Saturday, April 1, 2017 for “Garden Friends: Summer Vegetables and Annual Flowers”. Master Gardeners will identify local favorites and discuss care and maintenance […]
Amador County, CA…How would you like more control over the growing season? Do you want to harvest tomatoes year-round and grow lettuce for your salads in the hot summer? If so, then a Hoop House could be the perfect addition to your gardening area. Please join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County on Saturday, […]
Jackson, CA….On March 19th at approximately 11:45 p.m. a 52 year old Stockton man was driving his 2006 Chevrolet Southbound on State Route 49 just north of Electra Road. For an unknown reason he allowed his 2006 Chevrolet to leave the road, strike a rock and embankment and overturn. His 52 year old female passenger […]
Angels Camp & Sutter Creek, CA…Celebrate Spring with beautiful shades of coral at The Clothes Mine! Soft tunics, pretty sweaters and great basic layering pieces pair well with all of the new pants and capris we’ve received. We’re located in the Angels Towne Center next to the Angels Camp Medical Clinic and are open Mondays-Saturdays, […]
Pioneer, CA…The latest incident this afternoon has been a vehicle off of Hwy 88 above Pioneer. Earlier there was a vehicle off the roadway near Mountain Ranch Road and Sheep Ranch Road. Let’s be careful out there… Incident: 00189 Type: Trfc Collision-No Inj Location: Sr88 / Mace Dr Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.465383 -120.527630 Close Detail […]
Ione, CA…CHP reported that Officer Platz was traveling on SR 104 just west of Irish Hill Road and he suddenly observed what appeared to be a vehicles tail lights north of the roadway in a pond. Upon closer inspection he realized it was in fact a vehicle in the water. Officer Platz entered the water […]
Plymouth, CA…CHP is reporting a big rig blocking lanes and partially off of a bridge near Forest Home and Carbondale. Let’s be careful out there…. Incident: 00207 Type: Traffic Hazard Location: Forest Home Rd / Carbondale Rd Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.448303 -120.963977 Close Detail Information 2:10 PM 9 [15] 1039 ATR 2:08 PM 8 [13] […]
Angels Camp & Sutter Creek, CA…Beautiful shades of turquoise and blue have been arriving in our recent shipments, as well as new pants and capris to match! We’re located in the Angels Towne Center next to the Angels Camp Medical Clinic and are open Mondays-Saturdays, 10am-6pm. Stop by, or give us a call at 209.890.7532. […]
Amador County, CA…Almost a full year after a jury found Alex Aroz, 32, guilty of five felony counts of child molestation, Judge J. S. Hermanson sentenced Aroz on February 24, 2017 to the maximum possible sentence: 16 years to be served at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. On March 2, 2016, an Amador […]
Visalia, CA…As technology continues to revolutionize American education, the number of students turning to virtual and blended learning programs continues to grow. In fact, from September 2015 to September 2016, California Connections Academy @ Ripon saw student enrollment increase by 23 percent. The school, serving students in kindergarten through 12th grade who reside in Alameda, […]
Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on eastbound and westbound State Route 88 from Kays Road to the Amador/Alpine County line (Kirkwood) for pavement repair. Crews will begin work Wednesday, March 1, 2017, through Friday, March 3, 2017, from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Motorists should expect up […]
Sutter Creek, CA…Set in the heart of Sutter Creek, Knight Foundry – America’s last water-powered foundry and machine shop and a premier relic of Mother Lode gold mining history – will open its doors to the public at its first Open House on Saturday, March 4, from 10am to 4pm. This is the first time […]
Sutter Creek, CA…The Mother Lode Friends of Music, the regional organization of classical music performances, presents a concert of music by American composers on Sunday, March 12, at the Sutter Creek Theatre, 44 Main Street, in Sutter Creek, starting at 3 pm. The centerpiece of the program will be the Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland […]
