Warm Thanksgiving Wishes from The Calaveras County Fair

Warm Thanksgiving Wishes from The Calaveras County Fair

Angels Camp, CA…Dear Friends, As we reflect on the past year, all of us at the Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee are deeply grateful for the incredible support of our community. Your dedication and enthusiasm are what make our Fair truly special. We appreciate each and every one of our volunteers, committee members, […]

Mountain Melody Women’s Chorus Celebrates 20 Years with a Holiday Concert of “Pure Imagination,” December 6, 7, and 13, 2025

Mountain Melody Women’s Chorus Celebrates 20 Years with a Holiday Concert of “Pure Imagination,” December 6, 7, and 13, 2025

Calaveras County, CA…Mountain Melody Women’s Chorus presents a holiday music program to cheer audiences with songs of “Pure Imagination” at 2pm on December 6th in Mokelumne Hill, December 7th in Mountain Ranch and December 13th in Murphys. Mountain Melody came together as a group 20 years ago, and the mostly Calaveras ensemble continues to bring […]

Crafty Chicks Annual Holiday Market Returns November 22, 2025

Crafty Chicks Annual Holiday Market Returns November 22, 2025

Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)..A festive tradition filled with handmade treasures, local artisans, and holiday cheer! The holiday season is right around the corner, and the beloved Crafty Chicks Annual Holiday Market is back and bigger than ever! Join the fun on Saturday, November 22, 2025, and kick off your holiday shopping surrounded by creativity, community, […]

Get Ready for the 2025 Dorrington Tree Lighting!!

Get  Ready for the 2025 Dorrington Tree Lighting!!

Dorrington, CA…Our 33rd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is coming up on Saturday, November 29, 2025 — and this year, we’re adding something extra special! 🎁 We’re hosting a Toy Drive to benefit students at Hazel Fisher Elementary School. Please bring a new, packaged toy to share some Christmas joy with local kids in need. Join […]

Get Ready! Bear Valley Targets November 28th Opening Day for 25/26 Season!

Get Ready!  Bear Valley Targets November 28th Opening Day for 25/26 Season!

Bear Valley, CA…Yesterday, our team kicked off snowmaking thanks to a great stretch of cold temperatures. We picked up 20” of fresh snow from the recent storm, which gives us a solid base to build on. Even with this new snow, conditions still aren’t quite where they need to be for opening but we’re getting […]

Book Your Adventure Now for The River Cruise for Wine Lovers Hosted by Brice Station Vineyards!

Book Your Adventure Now for The River Cruise for Wine Lovers Hosted by Brice Station Vineyards!

Murphys, CA…Drink in the beauty, history and flavor of the Rhine and Moselle river valleys’ iconic vineyards. Begin your journey with a ride through Amsterdam’s legendary canals, then head to Cologne and whet your palate for the wines ahead by tasting Kolsch beer. As for the vineyards, you’ll soar above them by gondola or hike […]

Christmas Tree Permits Now Available from the Stanislaus National Forest

Christmas Tree Permits Now Available from the Stanislaus National Forest

Sonora, CA…Christmas tree permits from the Stanislaus National Forest are now available to purchase online through Recreation.gov. Details about designated cutting areas, dates, and types of trees that may be cut may be found here: https://www.recreation.gov/tree-permits/TP2648. It is important to carefully read the overview and need-to-know information prior to purchasing the permit. Visitors will also need […]

Make Radar Part of Your Family Today!!

Make Radar Part of Your Family Today!!

San Andreas, CA…Meet Radar (A059959), a neutered male Border Collie mix, about 4 years old and 56.4 pounds. Radar was found straying near Warren Road in Burson, and from the moment he arrived, he struck us as one of those “classic dog” types—bright-eyed, good-natured, and full of that tail-wagging joy that makes you instantly smile. […]

Tis the Season at Arnold Ace Home Center

Tis the Season at Arnold Ace Home Center

Arnold, CA…Get ready to deck the halls and spread some cheer because the Christmas season has officially arrived at Arnold Ace Home Center! Your favorite local spot has been transformed into a winter wonderland, stocked with all the festive essentials you need to make your home shine brighter than Rudolph’s nose. Don’t just shop for […]

A Bit of Wisdom from Ben Franklin

A Bit of Wisdom from Ben Franklin

Philadelphia, PA…A Bit of Wisdom for today from my favorite founding father. Considered the first American by many. He also through his writings and Poor Richard’s Almanac created the uniquely American identity. “A little House well fill’d, a little Field well till’d, and a little Wife well will’d, are great Riches.”

Chapel in the Pines November 16th Service, 2025

Chapel in the Pines November 16th Service, 2025

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 […]

Huge Black November Sale Going On Now at Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances

Huge Black November Sale Going On Now at Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances

Angels Camp, CA…When people buy from us, they don’t just get an appliance, piece of furniture or electronic; they become a member of our family, a family that is there for one another for the life of the product. Whether you want to stop by to learn more—or plan to purchase a major appliance, furniture […]

Arnold Auto Supply Has Your New Tire Chains & Supplies to Keep Your Vehicle Winter Ready!

Arnold Auto Supply Has Your New Tire Chains & Supplies to Keep Your Vehicle Winter Ready!

Arnold, CA…Arnold Auto Supply has your chains ready so you and your car will be on solid footing this winter!! At Arnold Auto Supply they car about you and your car.  In fact their relationship with your vehicle may last long after you pass it along to the next caretaker. For them your care is […]

Caltrans Bungle Raises Ire and Signatures in Small Foothill Town

Caltrans Bungle Raises Ire and Signatures in Small Foothill Town

Murphys, CA…More than a third of a rural community’s residents have signed a petition about a new median they deem dangerous. Residents of Murphys and surrounding areas have grown increasingly concerned about a concrete median that seemed to appear overnight on a major thorough-fare along CA State Road 4. With no input from the businesses […]

Calaveras Sheriff’s Dept Saluted Veterans on Veterans Day 2025

Calaveras Sheriff’s Dept Saluted Veterans on Veterans Day 2025

San Andreas, CA…Veterans Day is the day we honor the military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. On behalf of the men and women of the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office, thank you for your sacrifices, dedication, and all you’ve done for our country. Sheriff Whiting and Deputy Bodie Johnson, a former Army Specialist/Infantryman with […]

Veterans Day Parade at The Town Square at Copper Valley

Veterans Day Parade at The Town Square at Copper Valley

Copperopolis, CA…The Annual Veterans Day Parade has moved to the The Town Square at Copper Valley! Heads up Copper…Location Change: A reminder that this year’s VFW Post 12118 Veterans Day Parade will be held at The Town Square at Copper Valley. Please share the information and come support our Veterans or participate in the parade. […]

Let Poppy Bloom in Your Family

Let Poppy Bloom in Your Family

San Andreas, CA…Meet Poppy (A059848), a 10-month-old Anatolian Shepherd mix weighing about 65 pounds. When Poppy first arrived at the shelter, she was frightened and withdrawn. Her former owner could no longer care for her, and the sudden change left her anxious and unsure. But with patient care, soft voices, and gentle hands, she’s learned […]

Feeling Blue? It Might be SAD. Dignity Health & Mark Twain Medical Center Can Help!

Feeling Blue?  It Might be SAD.  Dignity Health & Mark Twain Medical Center Can Help!

San Andreas, CA…Struggling with the shorter, darker days? 😩 You might be experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). It’s more than just “winter blues” – it’s a condition that affects many people. This video dives into actionable tips and strategies to help manage SAD symptoms and bring more light into your life, even when the sun […]

Chapel in the Pines November 9th Service, 2025

Chapel in the Pines November 9th Service, 2025

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 […]

Peyton Heermance; Bret Harte’s First National FFA Proficiency Champion

Peyton Heermance; Bret Harte’s First National FFA Proficiency Champion

Angels Camp, CA…Senior Peyton Heermance earned national honors last Friday October 31st in Indianapolis when he was declared the 2025 National FFA Agricultural Proficiency in Veterinary Science Champion at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo. Heermance was also named the California FFA State Veterinary Science Proficiency Award Champion in April at the 97th Annual […]

4th Annual Jim Carlon Fall Social Dinner Hosted by GABA

4th Annual Jim Carlon Fall Social Dinner Hosted by GABA

Arnold, CA…Join us for an evening of great food, community connection, and celebration at our 4th Annual Fall Social! Thursday, November 20, 2025, Social Hour Begins at 5:30 PM | Dinner Served at 6:00 PM, Snowflake Lodge Restaurant, 335 Blue Lake Springs Drive, Arnold, CA 95223 Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring grilled chicken, sundried tomato […]

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening, Give Your Dirt Some Love!

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening, Give Your Dirt Some Love!

San Andreas, CA…A-1 has been Serving Calaveras county, central California valley and surrounding areas since 2007. They offer full service repair and sales of tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, logsplitters, generators and rototillers. In addition, they provide sharpening service for chainsaws, mower blades and circular saw blades. They are located at 660 E. St. Charles St, […]

Tis the Season at Arnold Ace Home Center

Tis the Season at Arnold Ace Home Center

Arnold, CA…Get ready to deck the halls and spread some cheer because the Christmas season has officially arrived at Arnold Ace Home Center! Your favorite local spot has been transformed into a winter wonderland, stocked with all the festive essentials you need to make your home shine brighter than Rudolph’s nose. Don’t just shop for […]

Chapel in the Pines November 2nd Service, 2025, Blessed: Everyday Thankfulness (week 1) Do Not Worry

Chapel in the Pines November 2nd Service, 2025, Blessed: Everyday Thankfulness (week 1) Do Not Worry

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 […]