Sonora & Jackson, CA…ATCAA employs about 150 people throughout Amador and Tuolumne Counties. From administration to working one-on-one with clients in the field, in the office, or in the classroom, ATCAA offers a variety of career choices. Apply your passion, skills, and talents within an organization dedicated to helping others. Many have made ATCAA their […]
Jackson, CA…In 2022, the Amador County Master Gardeners constructed a good-sized Hoop House at the Community Garden sponsored by the Mother Lode Land Trust. We decided to do this project so that we could have a protected area to propagate plants for our Sales and so that we had an outdoor setting for hands-on demonstrations […]
Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022 at 09:28 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) – DUE TO INCOMINMG STORM – MOTORISTS ARE ADVISED TO […]
Arnold, CA…This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans for our local roadways as of Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 at 04:37 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) – DUE TO INCOMINMG STORM – […]
Arnold, CA…As the storm comes in Hwy 120 closed last night and Hwys 108 & 89 are closing this morning. Conspicuously absent is Hwy 4 in the official notices. Can’t imagine it will stay open when the snow starts falling in the high country. One reason it may though is there is construction and drainage […]
Arnold, CA…The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a winter storm warning for our area. Be prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times, especially Tuesday and Tuesday night when winds will be strongest. Snow levels on Tuesday will be from 5500 to 6500 feet, falling overnight to 3500 to 4500 feet. The first […]
Ione, CA…Traffic Update….Motorcycle Down Near Hwys 88 & 104 Incident: 00323 Type: Trfc Collision-Minor Inj Location: 0 Sr104 Loc Desc: SR104 AT SR88 Lat/Lon: 38.330375 -120.907041 Detail Information 7:54 PM 6 [15] [Rotation Request Comment] ** 1039 FINCHS TOW 209-274-2266 ** 7:53 PM 5 [13] B94-002 1185 – MCYCLE 7:44 PM 4 [12] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem […]
San Andreas, CA…Last night the Calaveras Redhawks rolled over Bret Harte 34 – 0 in this year’s Football Big Game. The bell will remain safely in San Andreas for another year. In the other Mother Lode League big rivalry game Sonora rolled past the Summerville Bears 31 – 6. In Amador County the Argonaut Mustangs […]
ALPINE COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform a one-way traffic control operation on State Route 88 (SR-88) throughout this weekend, October 29 and 30, 2022, for highway construction operations. Work will occur as follows: The one-way traffic control will extend from Lake Margaret Trailhead to Schneider Cow Camp Road between the […]
Jackson, CA…Jackson resident Jerry Lee Adams, 46, was sentenced today to 25 years to Life in State Prison. Adams had pled guilty to First Degree Murder on August 31, 2022. In July of 2020, Adams’ son, Issac, was found hanging from a tree at the end of a driveway of a home occupied by Savana […]
Jackson, CA…The 23rd Annual Hospice of Amador & Calaveras “Celebrate Life” Art Auction, the agency’s signature event of the year, raised just over $100,000 this year, making it the second consecutive year the event has reached that important marker. The event was held September 16 at the picturesque Karmère Winery and Vineyards, where it has […]
Jackson, CA…The board of directors for Top Cop Challenge (Top Cop) has unanimously donated $3,000 to Hospice of Amador & Calaveras, to be used to support the agency’s veteran and first responder patients and families, as well as help develop other programs within the agency’s veterans’ services. Pictured in the photo (left to right): Joe […]
Sutter Creek, CA…Amador County Public Health and Animal Control Departments remind residents that rabies in wildlife continues to pose a risk to pets and people. In September 2022, a fox tested positive for rabies after contact with dogs in an unincorporated area outside of Plymouth. Due to contact with this fox, the dogs are on […]
Barton, CA…Traffic & Bovine Update…Large Brown Cow Near Hwy 88 & Woodland Rd. Please use caution in the area as hitting a cow at night can be catastrophic. Incident: 00378 Type: Animal Hazard Location: Sr88 / Woodland Rd Loc Desc: JEO – TOWARDS AMA STATION Lat/Lon: 38.486681 -120.517580 Detail Information 9:00 PM 1 [1] LRG […]
Sutter Creek, CA…Dear Amador County Families and Community: On behalf of the Board of Trustees of the Amador County Unified School District, I am sending this notification to provide an update regarding the current situation with the Amador High School varsity football program. On September 17, 2022, the District suspended the Amador High School varsity […]
Sutter Creek, CA… Joseph St. Germain May 28, 1958 ~ September 8, 2022 (age 64) Joseph Michael St. Germain, 64, passed away on September 08, 2022. Joseph was born on May 28, 1958. Online condolences can be made at https://www.dieboldfuneral.com/. Funeral arrangements were trusted to Angels Memorial Chapel, 1071 S Main Street PO Box 944 […]
Arnold, CA…Ladies, Gents, Boys, Girls & Others we actually have a chance of snow at higher elevations! Of course we will welcome moisture in whatever form mother nature throws our way. The latest from the NWS follows…Detailed forecast for West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today, Sunny. Areas of smoke through the day. Haze in the […]
Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on many of our roadways. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of the possible repairs. Weather […]
Jackson, CA… Lottie C. Kozak 7/22/1921 – 8/29/2022. Lottie C. Kozak, 101, of Jackson, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022 at Sutter Amador Hospital in Jackson. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service. www.sierracremationservice.com
Jackson, CA… Joanne A Clutinger 9/16/1934 – 8/29/2022. Joanne A. Clutinger, 87, of Jackson, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022 at her home. Arrangements entrusted to Sierra Cremation & Burial Service. www.sierracremationservice.com
Arnold, CA…At Wildfire Safety Solutions we apply long term fire retardant that helps stop the spread of wildfires by reducing the combustibility of potential fuels. With the powerful and unpredictable nature of wildfires, this non-colored formula works by naturally changing the molecular composition of organic materials such as grass, wood, and vegetation. This change ensures […]
Jackson, CA…On August 29, 2022, Hospice of Amador & Calaveras began demolition on their property located at 10776 Argonaut Lane, which many fondly refer to as the “Ledger Building. After the last tenant vacated, the agency was given an estimate to repair the building and bring it up to code before it could be rented […]
Jackson, CA…The Staff at Walmart Store #2054, has proudly granted Hospice of Amador & Calaveras a $1,500 grant towards the area of greatest need. Walmart Store Manager, Robert Wainaina said “The Team and I are so excited to be able to give back to the community in this way. I appreciate the quality care that […]
Amador County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform various operations this week on State Route 88. Work is scheduled to occur as follows: Route 88 • One-way traffic control from Sunset Drive East to Kennedy Flat Road for guardrail work beginning Sunday, August 7, through Friday, August 12, 2022, from 7:00 p.m. to […]
Jackson, CA…On August 5, 2022, at approximately 12:58 am, a deputy was patrolling the area of North Main Street in Jackson, when he attempted a traffic enforcement stop of an Acura SUV being driven by a known wanted suspect. The suspect failed to stop and led the deputy on a pursuit northbound on North Main […]
Jackson, CA…Traffic & Fire Update….Brush Fire Near Sr88 & Wicklow Way Across from Walmart Incident: 00260 Type: Report of Fire Location: Sr88 / Wicklow Way Loc Desc: ACROSS FROM WALMART Lat/Lon: 38.361136 -120.806766 Detail Information 3:57 PM 2 [2] XFR TO CAL FIRE 3:57 PM 1 [1] BRUSH FIRE
Pioneer, CA… Joan Elaine McNamara, 67, passed away on July 27, 2022, in Pioneer, CA. Joan was born on September 22, 1954 in San Andreas, CA. 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. […]
Electra, CA…Over the next few weeks, PG&E will be removing a number of hazardous trees that were significantly burnt during the Electra Fire that began on July 4. The fire began at the Electra Day Use Area, also known as Vox Beach or Box Beach. The burned trees present a safety hazard to the public. […]
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Sutter Creek, CA…Sutter Creek Theatre Presents: Jeff “Skunk” Baxter – Founding member of Steely Dan and Doobie Brothers guitarist JUST ADDED OPENING ACT – GOODING! July 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm $38 – $44. Doors at 6:30 show at 7 pm. Open seating, beer and wine available. WOW! Rock and Roll Hall of […]
