A Bit of Wisdom from Vince Lombardi

A Bit of Wisdom from Vince Lombardi

“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” “The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand.” “The only place success comes before work is […]

The 25th Annual Sierra Nevada Logging Museum Logging Jamboree!

The 25th Annual Sierra Nevada Logging Museum Logging Jamboree!

Arnold, CA…Friends of Sierra Nevada Annual Logging Jamboree. Sepetember 3rd, Saturday of Labor Day Weekend. 9am-5pm; $8 entrance fee (children under 12 free). -Logging Competition -Axe Throwing -Jack and Jill Bucking -Choker Setting -Hot Saw -and more! Barbeque by Moose Lodge Contact museum for more information. Hope to see you there! (209) 795-6782 loggingmuseum3@gmail.com 2148 […]

The 50th Annual Sierra Nevada Arts and Crafts Labor Day Festival is Sept. 3 & 4

The 50th Annual Sierra Nevada Arts and Crafts Labor Day Festival is Sept. 3 & 4

Arnold, CA…The 50th Annual Sierra Nevada Arts and Crafts Labor Day Festival is held in the center of downtown Arnold, a mountain resort town on the road to Bear Valley Ski Resort on Highway 4, among the pines and redwoods, on the grounds of Bristol’s Ranch House Café’. The Labor Day weekend festival will feature […]

Rose’s Pawn Shop at Brice Station Vineyards on September 3, 2022

Rose’s Pawn Shop at Brice Station Vineyards on September 3, 2022

Murphys, CA…It may come as a surprise to hear the strains of Appalachian and Americana music channeled through five guys from Los Angeles, CA, but heartache, loss and regret have always been the cornerstones of great music, and this city has more than its share. In a town better known for porn stars and face […]

Your Sender’s Market Ace Hardware Labor Day Event!

Your Sender’s Market Ace Hardware Labor Day Event!

Valley Springs & Mountain Ranch, CA…In 1950, we started out as a family operation with Erich’s father and mother, August and Freida Sender, in a century-old adobe building. The upstairs was home to the Sender family, and the first floor included groceries, a meat market, a bar, and a small eating place called Opa’s Smokehouse. […]

Inside View with Ukrainian Refugees Oleksandr Chereoanov and Margaryta Azeyanskh

Inside View with Ukrainian Refugees Oleksandr Chereoanov and Margaryta Azeyanskh

San Andreas, CA…Inside View with Ukrainian Refugees, Oleksandr Chereoanov and Margaryta Azeyanskh – Part 1. The Pine Tree’s John Hamilton sat down with Ukrainian Refugees who have settled in the Mother Lode of California Oleksandr Chereoanov and Margaryta Azeyanskh from Mariupol, Ukraine. They talk about their everyday lives in Ukraine before February 24, 2022 and […]

A Bit of Wisdom from Ronald Reagan

A Bit of Wisdom from Ronald Reagan

“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.” “Let us ask ourselves, ‘What kind of people do we think we are?’ And let us answer, ‘Free people, worthy […]

The Big Annual Labor Day Weekend Sale at Bear Valley Adventure Company!

The Big Annual Labor Day Weekend Sale at Bear Valley Adventure Company!

Bear Valley, CA…The Bear Valley Adventure Company is ramping up for the biggest sale of the summer over Labor Day Weekend when store items (camping, fishing, biking, clothing, and more) are discounted by 30%-50%. A wide variety of new and used bikes are available now and will be further discounted on Monday, September 5th. Plus, […]

What’s Happening in the Mother Lode – September 2 – 8, 2022

What’s Happening in the Mother Lode – September 2 – 8, 2022

San Andreas, CA…Join Sarah & Sarah weekly as they talk about what’s going on in the Mother Lode, and give you tidbits of fun trivia about the area too! The Mother Lode region of California includes Amador, Calaveras and Tuolumne counties. All three counties have a rich history in gold mining, settlers and agriculture that […]

The 25th Annual Sierra Nevada Logging Museum Logging Jamboree!

The 25th Annual Sierra Nevada Logging Museum Logging Jamboree!

Arnold, CA…Friends of Sierra Nevada Annual Logging Jamboree. Sepetember 3rd, Saturday of Labor Day Weekend. 9am-5pm; $8 entrance fee (children under 12 free). -Logging Competition -Axe Throwing -Jack and Jill Bucking -Choker Setting -Hot Saw -and more! Barbeque by Moose Lodge Contact museum for more information. Hope to see you there! (209) 795-6782 loggingmuseum3@gmail.com 2148 […]

Calaveras County Announces the Opening of Cooling Centers During Holiday Weekend

Calaveras County Announces the Opening of Cooling Centers During Holiday Weekend

San Andreas, CA…The U.S. National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for much of the foothill region Saturday, September 3rd through Tuesday, September 6th. Temperatures are expected to reach extremely hot conditions of up to 113 degrees Fahrenheit in some parts of the county. Older adults, young children, people with chronic conditions, and […]

A Bit of Wisdom from Rocky Marciano on His Birthday

A Bit of Wisdom from Rocky Marciano on His Birthday

“I have always adhered to two principles. The first one is to train hard and get in the best possible physical condition. The second is to forget all about the other fellow until you face him in the ring and the bell sounds for the fight.” ~ Rocco Francis Marchegiano (Rocky Marciano) September 1, 1923 […]

California ISO Extends Flex Alert to Thursday, Sept. 1

California ISO Extends Flex Alert to Thursday, Sept. 1

Folsom, CA…Extreme heat continues urgent need to conserve electricity from 4 to 9 p.m. The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has extended its statewide Flex Alert, calling for a second consecutive day of voluntary electricity conservation tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 1, from 4 to 9 p.m., due to continuing extreme temperatures pushing up energy demand and […]

Friday Night Backyard BBQ with the Blowbacks at Bistro Espresso

Friday Night Backyard BBQ with the Blowbacks at Bistro Espresso

Arnold, CA…Come join us after hours for the Bistro 2022 Summer Concert series! Food will be served at 5:30 & music starts at 6:00. No entry fee required. Outside food and beverage prohibited. Please bring chairs or blankets, seating will be limited. The Bistro Creamery, located in the Cedar Center, will be open till 9:00 […]

Heat Wave Grips Western U.S. Governor Newsom on Actions to Increase Energy Supplies and Reduce Demand

Heat Wave Grips Western U.S. Governor Newsom on Actions to Increase Energy Supplies and Reduce Demand

Sacramento, CA…Beginning Wednesday, California and the western U.S. will experience extreme heat that will strain the grid with increased energy demands. In response, Governor Gavin Newsom has proclaimed a State of Emergency to temporarily increase energy production and reduce demand. The California Independent System Operator has called a Flex Alert for today, August 31, asking […]

Candy Rock Swimming Hole Search and Rescue Safety Warning

Candy Rock Swimming Hole Search and Rescue Safety Warning

Hathaway Pines, CA…Calaveras County has many hidden treasures including natural swimming holes and hiking trails. One of these is the Candy Rock area of the Stanislaus River, which is a popular destination that has experienced a recent surge in persons who found themselves unprepared for the challenges and peril faced by all who attempt to […]

California ISO Issues Flex Alert for Today Aug. 31

California ISO Issues Flex Alert for Today Aug. 31

Folsom, CA…The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert, a call for voluntary electricity conservation, for today, Aug. 31 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., due to high temperatures pushing up energy demand and tightening available power supplies. With excessive heat in the forecast across much of the state and Western […]

Additional Orthopaedic Surgeon Joins the Medical Staff at MTMC

Additional Orthopaedic Surgeon Joins the Medical Staff at MTMC

San Andreas, CA…Prior Stanford Faculty & Specializing in Shoulders, Sports Medicine and Total Joints. Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) is pleased to announce the arrival of Faisal M Mirza, MD, FRCSC, fAAOS, fAOSSM Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon. Dr. Mirza is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon and was prior Faculty at Stanford University and VA Palo […]

Hospice of Amador & Calaveras Making Improvements to Jackson Thrift Store

Hospice of Amador & Calaveras Making Improvements to Jackson Thrift Store

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 […]

Join us for the 29th Annual Calaveras Grape Stomp! Only 30 Stomp Team Registrations Left!

Join us for the 29th Annual Calaveras Grape Stomp!  Only 30 Stomp Team Registrations Left!

Murphys, CA…Register for the 29th Annual Calaveras Grape Stomp Competition & Auction set to take place on Saturday, October 1st @ 9:00-5:00 in Murphys Community Park! The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance is honored to host this annual event that brings teams together for an exciting day of grape stomping fun – and all for a good […]

The Big Labor Day Weekend Beat the Heat Sale at All Three SNAC Locations!

The Big Labor Day Weekend Beat the Heat Sale at All Three SNAC Locations!

Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…When you head up the hill to cool off this weekend, don’t forget to stop by any of SNAC’s 3 Locations for our Labor Day Weekend Sale! (Starts now through Monday 9/5 @ 6p) SNAC Arnold still has Kayaks, Canoes & SUPs for rent & for sale this weekend. (only 2 […]

California State Parks Awards $46 Million in Grants Including $1,202,700 for Twain Harte Meadows Park

California State Parks Awards $46 Million in Grants Including $1,202,700 for Twain Harte Meadows Park

Twain Harte, CA…California State Parks announced a $46.2 million investment to build healthier communities by creating and improving recreational facilities in 25 local parks.  Twain Harte R.P.D. will receive $1,202,700 to improve Twain Harte Meadows Park in the Town of Twain Harte by constructing new open space meadow, outdoor pavilion, outdoor water and environment discovery […]

California State Parks Awards $46 Million in Grants Including $3 Million for Utica Park Expansion

California State Parks Awards $46 Million in Grants Including $3 Million for Utica Park Expansion

Angels Camp, CA…California State Parks announced a $46.2 million investment to build healthier communities by creating and improving recreational facilities in 25 local parks.  The City of Angels will receive $3,000,000 to acquire 3.82 acres to expand and improve Utica Park by constructing new amphitheater, interpretive hiking trail and parcourse, Mark Twain Statue, trailhead kiosk, pavilion, […]

Bret Harte FFA Kicks off Their 50th year by Honoring Local Community Members ~ Afton Phillips

Bret Harte FFA Kicks off Their 50th year by Honoring Local Community Members  ~ Afton Phillips

Angels Camp, CA…On May 4, 1973 the Bret Harte FFA was awarded their official FFA charter thus making this year their 50th year anniversary. In celebrating this achievement, the FFA chapter would like to honor their past, celebrate the present and motivate future FFA members. This year’s theme is “Building a Golden Foundation” and our […]

Excessive Heat Watch for Labor Day Weekend Some Areas May See Temps as High as 115

Excessive Heat Watch for Labor Day Weekend Some Areas May See Temps as High as 115

Sacramento, CA…Excessive Heath Watch from Saturday through Tuesday! Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities over the holiday weekend. Hottest days forecast to occur Sunday and Monday. There will be limited overnight relief from the heat, with lows in the upper 60s […]

A Bit of Wisdom from Ted Williams on His Birthday

A Bit of Wisdom from Ted Williams on His Birthday

“A man has to have goals – for a day, for a lifetime – and that was mine, to have people say, ‘There goes Ted Williams, the greatest hitter who ever lived.’” ~ Theodore Samuel Williams, August 30, 1918 – July 5, 2002 “Baseball is the only field of endeavor where a man can succeed […]

EPFD & CAL-FIRE Rescues Patient with Broken Leg from Stanislaus River Canyon

EPFD & CAL-FIRE Rescues Patient with Broken Leg from Stanislaus River Canyon

Arnold, CA…EPFD and Cal Fire responded to a patient in the Stanislaus River Canyon that had a fractured leg. Due to the remote location, Cal Fire’s Blackhawk helicopter 404 was able to winch/hoist the patient and EPFD paramedic out of the canyon. H404 then flew to rendezvous with the air ambulance in Hathaway Pines. Source […]