Upset Hindus Seek Apology from Kim Kardashian for Donning Sacred “Om” Earrings in Photo-Shoot

Upset Hindus Seek Apology from Kim Kardashian for Donning Sacred “Om” Earrings in Photo-Shoot

Reno, NV… Upset Hindus are seeking apology from American celebrity-socialite-actress Kim Kardashian West for wearing earrings carrying sacred “Om” in a photo-shoot posted on her official Twitter handle on May 23, calling it highly inappropriate. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada yesterday, said that hugely venerated “Om” was the mystical syllable containing […]

A Bit of Wisdom from John Wayne

A Bit of Wisdom from John Wayne

“Tomorrow is the most important thing in life. Comes into us at midnight very clean. It’s perfect when it arrives and it puts itself in our hands. It hopes we’ve learned something from yesterday.” – John Wayne May 26, 1907 – June 11, 1979

Joanne is Your Calaveras County Animal Services Pet of the Week!

Joanne is Your Calaveras County Animal Services Pet of the Week!

San Andreas, CA… Meet Joanne, a lovely shorthaired young black adult. Joanne arrived at the shelter as a stray and certainly was once someone’s kitty since she was already spayed and most definitely recognized the sound of a can of cat food being opened. We don’t know if Joanne was abandoned or wandered away from […]

Good News: Mild COVID-19 Induces Lasting Antibody Protection

Good News: Mild COVID-19 Induces Lasting Antibody Protection

St. Louis, MO…Months after recovering from mild cases of COVID-19, people still have immune cells in their body pumping out antibodies against the virus that causes COVID-19, according to a study from researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Such cells could persist for a lifetime, churning out antibodies all the while. […]

PG&E Conducting PSPS Drills with Helicopters Flying Thurs/Fri

PG&E Conducting PSPS Drills with Helicopters Flying Thurs/Fri

Twain Harte, CA…This week PG&E is conducting a DRILL exercise to prepare for PSPS events in the future. As part of this drill, we will be flying helicopters in the Sonora area on Thursday and Friday between the hours of 08:00 – 14:00. The route includes Stanislaus National Forest, Crystal Falls E to Sugar Pine, […]

Yosemite National Park Overnight Climbing Permits Now Needed

Yosemite National Park Overnight Climbing Permits Now Needed

Yosemite, CA…Just a reminder for all those planning climbing trips to Yosemite. All visitors planning to overnight on any rock climbing routes in Yosemite National Park will be required to obtain an overnight wilderness climbing permit beginning on May 21, 2021. This pilot program is being implemented to better understand how park visitors use Yosemite’s […]

Traffic Update….Major Injury Collision near Mountain Ranch Rd / Pope St

Traffic Update….Major Injury Collision near Mountain Ranch Rd / Pope St

San Andreas, CA….Traffic Update….Major Injury Collision near Mountain Ranch Rd / Pope St. Please use caution in the area… Incident: 00444 Type: Trfc Collision-Major Inj Location: Mountain Ranch Rd / Pope St Loc Desc: Lat/Lon: 38.191224 -120.670416 Detail Information 8:21 PM 6 [13] [Notification] [CHP]-Problem changed from 1183-Trfc Collision-Unkn Inj to 1180-Trfc Collision-Major Inj by […]

Ebbetts, Sonora & Monitor Passes All Open Ahead of Memorial Day!

Ebbetts, Sonora & Monitor Passes All Open Ahead of Memorial Day!

Markleeville, Lake Alpine & Kennedy Meadows, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) reopened State Route 108/Sonora Pass and State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass at about 10 a.m. on Monday, May 24, 2021, after a spring storm dumped 4 to 6 inches of snow in the region. State Route 89/Monitor Pass reopened on Sunday, May 23, 2021. […]

Calaveras Sheriff’s Office Held a Promotional, Hiring & Affirmation of Office Ceremony on May 19th

Calaveras Sheriff’s Office Held a Promotional, Hiring & Affirmation of Office Ceremony on May 19th

San Andreas, CA…On Wednesday May 19, 2021 Sheriff Rick DiBasilio proudly held a Promotional, Hiring, and Affirmation of Office Ceremony. The promotions consisted of: Rachelle Whiting- Promoted from Lieutenant to Captain, Chris Villegas- Promoted from Sergeant to Lieutenant, Rudi Leon- Promoted from Corporal to Sergeant, DeAyrian Greaves- Promoted from Corporal to Sergeant, Samantha King- Promoted […]

Tioga Pass Scheduled to Open for Summer May 27th for Trips Through Yosemite

Tioga Pass Scheduled to Open for Summer May 27th for Trips Through Yosemite

Yosemite, CA…Tioga Road (the continuation of Highway 120 through the park) will tentatively open on Thursday, May 27, at 8 am, weather and conditions permitting. Check nps.gov/yose for updates. Please protect wildlife by obeying speed limits. The Tuolumne Meadows Store, Grill, and Post Office will tentatively open on May 28, conditions permitting. Some trails starting […]

Stevenot Winery Now Open for Wine Tastings! Reservations Recommended

Stevenot Winery Now Open for Wine Tastings!  Reservations Recommended

Vallecito, CA…Stevenot Winery is now open for wine tastings with safety precautions in place. Reservations recommended with limited availability of walk-in tastings as well. Social distance, wear your face coverings, enjoy a beautiful winery setting and great wines today. On January 16, 2019 the Oliveto Family purchased the former location of Irish Vineyards in Vallecito, […]

Observation from the Chairman on Election Integrity, We Only Need to Look to Our Southern Border for a Solution!

Observation from the Chairman on Election Integrity, We Only Need to Look to Our Southern Border for a Solution!

Altaville, CA…The 2020 Presidential election was a charade and a travesty of justice shaking the very foundation that made America great. Our fair and honest election system of one-person-one-vote, the bedrock of our free Republic was corrupted. The corruption and deception allowed to creep into our once golden national election system has created monumental distrust […]

The Trout Spot Is Your Destination For All Things Fly & Trout Fishing, Fishing Clothing, Gear, Decor & More!

The Trout Spot Is Your Destination For All Things Fly & Trout Fishing, Fishing Clothing, Gear, Decor & More!

Arnold, CA…The Trout Spot is a full service fly shop with all of the great products you can find at TheTroutSpot.com as well as guided fishing trips, casting and fly tying instruction. We will also be providing short walking excursions to some of our local waters later in the year for those of you who […]

Sender’s Market Ace Hardware’s Big Memorial Day Sale!

Sender’s Market Ace Hardware’s Big Memorial Day Sale!

Mountain Ranch & Valley Springs, 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. […]

News Flash! Help the Arnold Rim Trail Max Out Their Matching Grant! Donated Today!

News Flash! Help the Arnold Rim Trail Max Out Their Matching Grant!  Donated Today!

Arnold, CA…The Arnold Rim Trail Association has received a $10,000 matching grant from the National Wilderness Stewardship Alliance to rebuild 18 miles of the Arnold Rim Trail that were damaged by a monster winter storm or have years of deferred maintenance. Every dollar you donate today will be matched by this grant. If you have […]

A Bit of Wisdom from Roger Williams

A Bit of Wisdom from Roger Williams

“The greatest crime is not developing your potential. When you do what you do best, you are helping not only yourself, but the world.” ~ Roger Williams 1603 – 1683 Founder of Rhode Island

You Can Scoot Down The Links at Forest Meadows Golf Club

You Can Scoot Down The Links at Forest Meadows Golf Club

Murphys, CA…Thats right! All new golf scooters are coming to Forest Meadows! click the link to watch a short video previewing them-(https://youtu.be/WrGSb0o62oA) Reserve your bike now! Be sure to book your tee time over the phone or online at www.forestmeadowsgolfcourse.com today! Reservations start on Monday afternoon! Forest Meadows Golf Course When you come play the Forest Meadows Golf […]

Division of Boating and Waterways Urges Everyone to Boat Responsibly as 2021 Boating Season Begins

Division of Boating and Waterways Urges Everyone to Boat Responsibly as 2021 Boating Season Begins

Sacramento, CA… National Safe Boating Week is May 22-28, 2021. California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is reminding all recreational boaters and water enthusiasts during National Safe Boating Week, May 22-28, 2021, to boat responsibly this summer. With more people heading outdoors and onto California’s waterways during the ongoing pandemic, it is […]

Upcoming Amador COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic: May 25, 2021 Pfizer & Johnson & Johnson/Janssen Clinic at Health & Human Services Building

Upcoming Amador COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic: May 25, 2021  Pfizer & Johnson & Johnson/Janssen Clinic at Health & Human Services Building

Sutter Creek, CA… Eligibility for this clinic includes people 12 years & older (Pfizer vaccine) and 18 + (Janssen vaccine) The clinic will be held at Health & Human Services located at 10877 Conductor Blvd, Sutter Creek, CA 95685. Drive around to the BACK of the building and park in the back parking lot. To register for an appointment, visit […]

The 2021 Angels Camp Farmers Market Season Starts Tonight!

The 2021 Angels Camp Farmers Market Season Starts Tonight!

Angels Camp, CA…Certified Farmers Market located downtown Angels Camp at Utica Park, off Main Street. Find us Friday evenings from 5pm to dusk, from tonight thru September. Fill up the fridge with local foods- because they taste better, are healthier, last longer, and promote a sustainable local economy! This evening Utica Park we will welcome […]

Calaveras Vineyard Tour – The Perfect Way to Explore the Great Outdoors

Calaveras Vineyard Tour – The Perfect Way to Explore the Great Outdoors

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. Register early to save your spot! Our Gracious Vineyard Hosts have arranged a wonderful day in the vineyards. As special arrangements and dedicated hosts are being arranged, we […]

Time to Nominate Your Favorite Businesses for the Community Recognition Awards!

Time to Nominate Your Favorite Businesses for the Community Recognition Awards!

San Andreas, CA… It’s time to nominate your favorite businesses and employees of Calaveras County! Nominations close on Sunday, May 30. Make sure to vote for your favorites, and encourage your customers to vote for your business ASAP! You can submit your nomination by clicking HERE, and watch the video below to learn more about […]