Diary Entries of Former Deputy Coroner Reveal Profound Lessons for the Living

Diary Entries of Former Deputy Coroner Reveal Profound Lessons for the Living

Los Angeles, CA… Donna Francart made a living in the “death industry,” and the experience made lasting impressions on the way she views life, death and the afterlife. For nearly nine years, Francart was a deputy coroner, taking part in death investigations, shepherding survivors through the aftermath of a loved one’s passing and occasionally forming […]

Calaveras Connect Saturday Hopper is Back, Starting July 10th!

Calaveras Connect Saturday Hopper is Back, Starting July 10th!

San Andreas, CA… Last year the transit system scaled back its services which included a pause of the Saturday Hopper. As the community continues to open and events begin to return, we continue to look for ways to provide transportation to our residents and visitors. Our Saturday Hopper Service returns Saturday, July 10th and will […]

Temps Will Rise to a Warm, Cozy 107 Later in the Week Along West Slope & Mother Lode

Temps Will Rise to a Warm, Cozy 107 Later in the Week Along West Slope & Mother Lode

Arnold, CA…According to the National Weather Service’s Sacramento office our old “friend” triple digit temps are making a return later in the week. The Detailed forecast for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada is below and the Detailed forecast for the Mother Lode follows that. Today Sunny. Highs 74 to 89 higher elevations…83 to 95 […]

The 2021 Mokelumne Hill 4th of July Parade. Full Video & 135 Photos

The 2021 Mokelumne Hill 4th of July Parade.  Full Video & 135 Photos

Mokelumne Hill, CA…This morning Mokelumne Hill becamd the personification of Small Town Americana. Old Glory was flying & Red White & Blue were the color choices for today. Mountain Melody Women’s Chorus led things off with a wonderful rendition of the Star Spangled Banner. CCWD Board Member Russ Thomas let the crowd in America the […]

Ebbetts Peak on the 4th of July

Ebbetts Peak on the 4th of July

Ebbetts Pass, CA…This video is from YouTuber Jerome Lartigue from 2018. Definitely worth another look though. Thank you also to those who keep Old Glory flying every year. From Mr. Lartigue..”Drone video from Kinney Reservoir to the American Flag on top of Ebbetts Peak at 9180 ft elevation. Special thanks to my brother for adding […]

Successful Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue

Successful Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Search & Rescue

Sonora, CA…TCSAR completed a multi-agency rescue of 14 backpackers from the Emigrant Wilderness on Thursday 07/01/21. Late Wednesday, 06/30/21, OES alerted the Sheriff’s Office of a 911 PLB activation in the Emigrant with several backers packers ranging in age from 15-22 years of age. They had been caught in a locally severe thunderstorm that included […]

Columbia’s Glorious 4th of July Celebration!

Columbia’s Glorious 4th of July Celebration!

Columbia, CA…Columbia State Historic Park invites you to our annual Glorious Fourth of July Celebration with a community parade, games and more. The Independence Day festivities, sponsored by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, begin with a Flag Raising and Black Powder Musket Salute by the Columbia Militia at 11 a.m. There will be a concert […]

Freedom & Fun in 2021 Parade at Mokelumne Hill July 4th!

Freedom & Fun in 2021 Parade at Mokelumne Hill July 4th!

Mokelumne Hill, CA…Mokelumne Hill Small Town, Big Heart July 4th celebration. Festivities begin with a pancake breakfast at the Town Hall from 7:30am to 10:30am. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and help support the Veteran’s Memorial District in its efforts to maintain and improve our town hall and parks. The July 4th parade starts at 11:00 […]

50th Anniversary Fireworks on the Water at Don Pedro Lake!

50th Anniversary Fireworks on the Water at Don Pedro Lake!

Tuolumne County, CA…It’s happening! To make this event fun and safe for everyone, please review some important information: Plan ahead! Bring exact change or purchase your Annual Pass online before arriving. Annual passes will not be sold at the gate during this weekend. Limit 8 people per campsite. Reservations for campsites are required. There will […]

Come Tour 4 Select Calaveras Vineyards on Saturday, July 3rd!

Come Tour 4 Select Calaveras Vineyards on Saturday, July 3rd!

Murphys, CA…Explore 4 Vineyards and Enjoy Select Tastings along with a Wine Country Lunch! Offered 1st Saturdays May through October and limited to 20 Guests per Tour. 9:45am-4:00pm. Register early to save your spot! REGISTER HERE Our Gracious Vineyard Hosts have arranged a wonderful day in the vineyards. As special arrangements and dedicated hosts are […]

Don’t Miss this Week’s Music in the Park at Bistro Espresso with 4 On The Floor!!

Don’t Miss this Week’s Music in the Park at Bistro Espresso with 4 On The Floor!!

Arnold, CA…Join us tonight from 6-9pm for classic rock entertainment by 4 On The Floor and come hungry! We’ve got an excellent BBQ menu including salads and fresh watermelon! https://www.4onthefloorgroup.com Food service starts at 5:30pm! Music starts at 6:00. Come early and bring your chairs and picnic blankets and dancing shoes! No outside alcohol or […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Opens Annual Community Grant Funding Period.

Mark Twain Medical Center Opens Annual Community Grant Funding Period.

San Andreas, CA…MTMC will be awarding $34,000 in January of 2022. Mark Twain Medical Center, (MTMC) through its affiliation with Dignity Health, has announced the opening of the 2022 Dignity Health Community Grants Program. The Dignity Health Community Grants Program is designed to support nonprofits that collaborate to address community health needs, particularly those that […]

Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) Awards Career & Technical Training (C&TT) Scholarships for 2021 totaling $9,000

Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) Awards Career & Technical Training (C&TT) Scholarships for 2021 totaling $9,000

Angels Camp, CA…Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) awarded Career and Technical Training (C&TT) scholarships to a total of six high school students recently., Awards Nights were held in late May and early June. Three Calaveras High School students, two Bret Harte High School students and one Mountain Oaks student each received $1,500. Calaveras High School students […]

Promotion Ceremony Held This Morning at Calaveras Sheriff’s Office

Promotion Ceremony Held This Morning at Calaveras Sheriff’s Office

This morning Sheriff Rick DiBasilio lead a swearing in ceremony for recently promoted and newly hired Sheriff’s Office employees: Pictured from left to right: Jacob Blagg – new hire Deputy Sheriff, Ty Seawell – promoted from Deputy to Corporal, Jim Moser – promoted from Corporal to Sergeant, Greg Stark – promoted from Sergeant to Lieutenant, […]