Angels Camp. CA…(Frogtown, USA)…One of the best events of opening day of the Fair & Frog Jump every year is the youth parade in downtown Angels Camp. Lovingly put on by the Soroptimist International of Calaveras County. It had Frogs, Smokey Bear, Marching Bands, Dance Schools, Tom & Becky from Hannibal, MO, & much, much […]
Angels Camp, CA…Below is the full Miss Calaveras Pageant video from last night. Now onto processing the photos…we will also post a summary post with all the photos, video etc. For now the video is below…
Angels Camp, CA…It was another impressive group of young ladies in this year’s pageant. Payton Kelling-Ballard was first runner up. Full Video of entire pageant & full photo slide show will be up tomorrow. The contestants for this year’s Miss Calaveras scholarship pageant were Scarlett Pinkston, Kati Schell, Winter Adkins and Payton Kelling-Ballard. Come cheer […]
Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)…Ladies & Gents, Boys, Girls & Frog Jockeys, the 2026 Fair & Frog Jump is underway! The 2026 Parade was a good one and we have full parade video up now below. We will also post multiple photos of every entrant up for your viewing enjoyment soon. Hop On! Watch the full […]
Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)…Ladies & Gents, Boys, Girls & Frog Jockeys, the 2026 Fair & Frog Jump is underway! The 2026 Parade was a good one and we will have full parade video & multiple photos of every entrant up for your viewing enjoyment soon. Hop On! Below are just a couple of samples from […]
Frogtown, USA…Thursday, May 14, 2026 – Kids Day! 🐸 Let Frogs Sing & Freedom Ring. 🎉 Kids 12 & under FREE all day! Parade Downtown Angels Camp at 10am! Today at the Calaveras County Fair is Kids Day with the theme “Let Frogs Sing & Freedom Ring – Be a Friend, not a Bully — […]
Avery, CA…Avery Middle School, part of Vallecito Union School District, has been recognized by the California Department of Education (CDE) as a 2026 California Distinguished School, one of the state’s highest honors for public schools. Vallecito Union School District Superintendent Tom Hoskins(left) and Avery Middle School Principal Scott Nicotero (right) Principal Scott Nicotero traveled to […]
“The reward of a thing well done, is to have done it.” Ralph Waldo Emerson
Frogtown, USA…Get ready for FOUR DAYS OF HEADLINE ENTERTAINMENT at the 2026 Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee! , May 14–17, 2026. Thursday: Miss Calaveras & Rodeo Queen Competition—tradition, talent, and local pride take center stage. Friday: Pam Tillis LIVE in concert—don’t miss this country music legend! Saturday: Pro Rodeo action—thrills, spills, and nonstop […]
San Francisco, CA…Ahead of Mother’s Day, Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that the state is partnering with Baby2Baby, a leading national nonprofit organization headquartered in California, to launch a first-in-the-nation program to provide free diapers to all new babies born in California. Leveraging the bulk purchasing power of the state, this new effort known as […]
Arnold, CA…Chapel in the Pines is an Evangelical Covenant church located in the Sierra Nevada mountain community of Arnold. Arnold is an attraction for many visitors due to the many recreation opportunities, such as Big Trees State Park, Bear Valley Ski Resort, Lake Alpine, Ebbetts Pass, and more. Our essential beliefs are summed up in […]
Arnold, CA…Mother’s Day is this Sunday! If the holiday has snuck up on you or if you would like to craft something special for Mom, come by Make and parTake! We have ready made items or you can quickly and easily make something that really “fits” your mom- not just in form, but in spririt! […]
Murphys, CA…On May 7th, at Murphys Historic Hotel, the Angels-Murphys Rotary honored exceptional educators from each Calaveras County school district during its annual Teacher of the Year luncheon. Each honoree was recognized for their dedication to students, passion for education, and lasting impact within their school communities. During the presentations, administrators shared heartfelt remarks highlighting […]
Philadelphia, PA…Our favorite founding father had some great advice on the American Dream. “A little house well filled, a little land well tilled, and a little wife well willed are great riches” Ben Franklin
Frankfort, KY…Daniel Boone November 2, 1734 – September 26, 1820. American pioneer and frontiersman whose exploits made him one of the first folk heroes of the United States. “Fear is the spice that makes it interesting to go ahead” Daniel Boone
San Andreas, CA…Vitalant will host the Calaveras Community blood drive to meet the community’s need for blood and blood products. The blood drive is sponsored by the Calaveras Community Foundation. Donors are encouraged to make an appointment by going to donors.vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM399 or call Vitalant at 877-258-4825. Walk-ins are welcome […]
Concord, MA…Sometimes a reminder that the posts of apparently wonderful lives of everyone on social media can be a nothing more than a mask to wear in public. A quote from Thoreau is a reminder of that… “Most men lead lives of quiet desperation.” Henry David Thoreau
San Andreas, CA…Tahir M. Chaudhry, DO, a board-certified Family Medicine physician with a strong background in preventive care and chronic disease management, has joined Mark Twain Medical Center as a full-time Primary Care Physician. Dr. Chaudhry brings extensive training in comprehensive care for adults of all ages, with clinical interests that include preventative care, diabetes, […]
Meet Sunny (A060435), a female Husky/Retriever mix, about 8 months old and weighing 40 pounds. Young Miss Sunny is the color of sunshine with a personality to match. When she first arrived at Calaveras County Animal Services as a stray, she clearly adored people but was understandably cautious around other dogs after a frightening encounter […]
Arnold, CA…Chapel in the Pines is an Evangelical Covenant church located in the Sierra Nevada mountain community of Arnold. Arnold is an attraction for many visitors due to the many recreation opportunities, such as Big Trees State Park, Bear Valley Ski Resort, Lake Alpine, Ebbetts Pass, and more. Our essential beliefs are summed up in […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA…Mountain Melody Women’s Chorus presents their Spring 2026 concerts at 2pm on May 2nd in Mokelumne Hill, May 3rd in Mountain Ranch and May 9th in Murphys. “Flash! Bam! Alakazam! It’s Spring!!” features 13 local singers from Calaveras and Amador counties, performing choral pieces with three-part to six-part harmonies. Selections range from soothing […]
Angels Camp, CA…Public Health and Animal Services Urges Residents to Vaccinate Pets and Avoid Contact with Wild Animals. Calaveras County Public Health and Calaveras County Animal Services are alerting the community that a dog in the unincorporated area of Angels Camp has tested positive for rabies after possibly coming into contact with a skunk it […]
San Andreas, CA…Tomorrow head out to Maury Rasmussen Field for Calaveras Airport Day 2026! Don’t Miss It!!
Arnold, CA…Be Fire Wise! Join us for Information and Education on Home Hardening & Evacuation provided by first responders, community leaders, vendors and businesses. May 2, 2026, 9:00 – 12:00, Independence Hall Enjoy free coffee & tea and BBQ lunch Time (Saturday) 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Location Independence Hall Community Center 1445 Blagen Road, […]
Arnold & Mokelumne Hill, CA…Please welcome some fresh spring vintages: Perry Picnic, our Perrykin in a can. 4% ABV, notes: pear, golden kiwi, French oak. Bear’s Lair 2025, same orchard, but a revised apple blend from the previous vintage. 7% ABV, notes: red ripe apple, yellow apple skin, star anise, warm honey. Attack of the […]
Murphys, CA…The water’s fine, so cast a line, and make this day divine! Murphy’s Community Park, 505 Algiers Street, is where we all align. First Saturday in May — it’s kid’s derby time! Go south on Algiers Road at the Murphy’s Hotel. Saturday, May 2, 2026 9:00am ’til 1:00pm – 1st through 8th Grade Murphy’s […]
Arnold, CA…Wood Fired Pizzas, Burgers, Artisan Bread, even coffee, eggs, pancakes, potatoes & more all taste better when wood fired. Want them to taste even better? Process your firewood the old fashioned way. Just an axe, wood rounds or even limbs & brush that would normally end up in the burn pile. You will feel […]
Angels Camp, CA…On Saturday, 4/25/26, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office was honored to attend the Calaveras Cattlemen’s Association Dinner, where Sheriff Rachelle Whiting spent the evening with local ranchers sharing stories, listening to concerns, and talking through the real issues impacting rural life in our county. Events like this provide an important chance to sit […]
Murphys, CA…Murphys Park Farmers Market 2026 Season is coming in hot and we are so excited to announce our first annual pre-season Spring Market! Come join us for a day of shopping your favorite local vendors, enjoying delicious food and live music in beautiful Murphys Community Park. Stay tuned for more details on vendors, live […]
Arnold, CA…Chapel in the Pines is an Evangelical Covenant church located in the Sierra Nevada mountain community of Arnold. Arnold is an attraction for many visitors due to the many recreation opportunities, such as Big Trees State Park, Bear Valley Ski Resort, Lake Alpine, Ebbetts Pass, and more. Our essential beliefs are summed up in […]
