Sender’s Market Ace Hardware May Red Hot Buys! Shop Local & Save!!

Sender’s Market Ace Hardware May Red Hot Buys!  Shop Local & Save!!

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. […]

A Bit of Wisdom from Dr. Spock

A Bit of Wisdom from Dr. Spock

“In our country today, very few children are raised to believe that their principal destiny is to serve their family, their country, or God. ~ Dr. Benjamin Spock May 2, 1903 – March 15, 1998

The Annual Calaveras Search and Rescue Swift Water Training

The Annual Calaveras Search and Rescue Swift Water Training

Arnold, CA…On April 24, 2021 the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Team conducted their annual swift water rescue training. The training was conducted on the Stanislaus River near the Camp Nine Bridge and consisted of exercises and trainings on skills which included throw bag rescue, defensive and rescue swimming, and the use of […]

Calaveras Community Severe Blood Shortage Blood Drive is Tuesday, May 25th

Calaveras Community Severe Blood Shortage Blood Drive is Tuesday, May 25th

San Andreas, CA…Vitalant (formerly BloodSource) will host the Calaveras Community blood drive to meet the community’s need for blood and blood products. There is currently a critical need for all blood types especially type O blood. The blood drive is sponsored by the Calaveras Community Foundation. To ensure sufficient social distancing donors are encouraged to […]

Stanislaus National Forest Seeks Public Comment on New Christmas Tree Permit for 2021 Holiday Season

Stanislaus National Forest Seeks Public Comment on New Christmas Tree Permit for 2021 Holiday Season

Sonora, CA…The Stanislaus National Forest is proposing a new recreation fee to sell Christmas tree permits to the public beginning in November 2021. The permit would allow forest visitors to harvest their own Christmas tree on public lands of the Stanislaus National Forest. Fourth grade students who participate in the Every Kid Outdoors program may […]

The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally!! Your Outdoor Social Distancing Activity Destination!!

The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally!!  Your Outdoor Social Distancing Activity Destination!!

Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Since 1994, Sierra Nevada Adventure Co. has been providing the community with Gear For Wild Environments! We started 26 years ago in downtown Sonora after outgrowing our mail order business, The Eddy Mart. Now it’s evolved into 3 stores. Sonora – 173 So. Washington St. 209-521-5621 Our Climbing & Backpacking headquarters. […]

Trifilo Garden Center is Open & Ready for Spring! New Arrivals Weekly!

Trifilo Garden Center is Open & Ready for Spring! New Arrivals Weekly!

Murphys, CA…New Arrivals Weekly, Garden & Gardening Gifts, Orchids, Gift Cards, Yard Art & More. Dave Wilson bare root trees and fruit bare root trees. Apples, apricots, peaches, pears, persimmons and more. Farmers Market berries of all varieties now in stock. We have an large selection of trees and shrubs. Bulbs of assorted varieties and […]

Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic: May 5, 2021 at Health & Human Services 2 pm – 6 pm Pfizer Vaccine

Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic: May 5, 2021 at Health & Human Services 2 pm – 6 pm Pfizer Vaccine

Amador County, CA… Eligibility for this clinic include people 16 years & older who live or work in Amador County. Walk-ins are welcome. On-site registration is available 2 pm to 6 pm. The following upcoming clinic will be held at Health & Human Services located at 10877 Conductor Blvd, Sutter Creek, CA 95685. Drive around to […]

Caltrans Traffic Advisory One-Way Traffic Control on State Route 88

Caltrans Traffic Advisory One-Way Traffic Control on State Route 88

Amador County, CA… – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will employ one-way traffic control next week at two locations on State Route 88. Crews will continue curb, gutter and sidewalk work from Route 88/Route 49 to Broadway Street from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 2, through Friday, May 7, 2021; and […]

CAL FIRE Urges Personal Responsibility in Protecting Against Wildfire

CAL FIRE Urges Personal Responsibility in Protecting Against Wildfire

Sacramento, CA… Do Your Part to Protect Your Community – Create Defensible Space and Harden Your Home “Wildfire Preparedness Week” is May 2-8” Being proactive and prepared for wildfire is crucial to making our communities more resilient to the impacts of wildfire. You can dramatically increase your safety and the survivability of your home by […]

Columbia College Hosted Drive-Thru Commencement Ceremony

Columbia College Hosted Drive-Thru Commencement Ceremony

Columbia, CA… Columbia College held a drive-thru commencement ceremony for its Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 graduates on Friday, April 30, at 4 p.m. The drive-thru experience allowed graduates and their families to be on the Columbia College campus while adhering to Tuolumne County’s health and safety protocols and providing each student with […]

Amador Fly Fishers Zoom Meeting on May 18th, 2021 at 7:00 PM!

Amador Fly Fishers Zoom Meeting on May 18th, 2021 at 7:00 PM!

Jackson, CA… Our speaker for April will be Tim Flagler. Tim has been fly fishing and tying for more than 30 years. He founded Tightline Productions in 1998, a video production company that specializes in promotional and instructional video https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIdIkp_uBiYEw-Pb4-BDBjw . He’s known worldwide for his tying videos. Tim’s also a presenter, instructor and guide. He […]

Crew-1 Astronauts Safely Splash Down After Space Station Mission

Crew-1 Astronauts Safely Splash Down After Space Station Mission

Panama City, FL…Four astronauts splashed down safely in the Gulf of Mexico Sunday, completing NASA’s first commercial crew, long-duration mission aboard the International Space Station. The return comes nearly six months after the crew members arrived at the microgravity laboratory and also marks the longest-duration mission of a crewed American spacecraft to date. NASA astronauts […]

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, […]

Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances is Open & Serving Your Essential Shopping Needs Since 1955!

Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances is Open & Serving Your Essential Shopping Needs Since 1955!

Angels Camp, CA…Middleton’s is Open Normal Hours During the COVID-19 Crisis for their Community. Browse Online, Call In Your Order & Get Fast, Free Delivery! 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 […]

The Annual White Pines Park Clean-Up!

The Annual White Pines Park Clean-Up!

White Pines, CA…The mission of White Pines Park Committee is to promote pride in the community by developing and maintaining White Pines Park for all residents and visitors of the Ebbetts Pass area to enjoy. Unlike other public parks, we do not receive monetary support from any government agency nor do we have any paid […]

The Neighborhood Sound’s Calendar is Full for 2021

The Neighborhood Sound’s Calendar is Full for 2021

Confidence, CA…The entertainment calendars are starting to fill back up after Covid. One local band has a full slate of dates ahead for 2021. About The Neighborhood Sound from their website..”The rock band built in the Central Sierra of California, The Neighborhood Sound (formerly Three To Get) is built around three core members. Tim McCaffrey […]

The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally!! Your Outdoor Social Distancing Activity Destination!!

The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally!!  Your Outdoor Social Distancing Activity Destination!!

Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Since 1994, Sierra Nevada Adventure Co. has been providing the community with Gear For Wild Environments! We started 26 years ago in downtown Sonora after outgrowing our mail order business, The Eddy Mart. Now it’s evolved into 3 stores. Sonora – 173 So. Washington St. 209-521-5621 Our Climbing & Backpacking headquarters. […]

Fishing & Beer Season has Started at Snowshoe Brewing!

Fishing & Beer Season has Started at Snowshoe Brewing!

Arnold, CA…For more than 20 years, The Shoe has crafted great beer and quality food for the whole family. Whether you’re a local, touring Scenic Highway 4, visiting Big Trees State Park, Lake Alpine or Bear Valley, Snowshoe Brewing Company is your stop for fresh handcrafted beer, quality fresh food, local wines and family-friendly service. […]

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, […]

The Annual White Pines Park Clean-Up!

The Annual White Pines Park Clean-Up!

White Pines, CA…The mission of White Pines Park Committee is to promote pride in the community by developing and maintaining White Pines Park for all residents and visitors of the Ebbetts Pass area to enjoy. Unlike other public parks, we do not receive monetary support from any government agency nor do we have any paid […]

Don’t Miss the HCO Sledfest this Weekend at Bear Valley

Don’t Miss the HCO Sledfest this Weekend at Bear Valley

Bear Valley, CA…Sled Fest 2021 – HCO / Skyline Bear Valley Resorts pre-event and event requirements: “Early Birds Arrival” : Thurs/Fri early bird arrivals are approved at $20 per vehicle per night but will not be allowed access to the hill. PLEASE NO BURN BARRELS OR FIRES ON THE PAVEMENT! “ Race Courses will only […]

California State Parks and CAL FIRE Plan Prescribed Burns at Calaveras Big Trees State Park

California State Parks and CAL FIRE Plan Prescribed Burns at Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Arnold, CA…California State Parks in cooperation with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) announced plans today to conduct prescribed burns in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. These are a series of prescription burns planned for the park this year. The work may occur in the North Grove and Group Camp areas. […]

Now Accepting Patients, Meet Dr. Flores-Merritt. Expert in General Surgery and Kindness.

Now Accepting Patients, Meet Dr. Flores-Merritt. Expert in General Surgery and Kindness.

San Andreas, CA…Now Accepting Patients, Meet Dr. Flores-Merritt. Expert in General Surgery and Kindness. Dr. Isabella Flores-Merritt, Board Certified General Surgeon is now accepting patients at the San Andreas Multispecialty Clinic and the James Dalton Medical Office in Angels Camp. Dr. Flores-Merritt has more than 15 years of experience, and completed her general surgery residency […]