Silver Spring, MD…The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization for the first antigen test where results can be read directly from the testing card, a similar design to some pregnancy tests. This simple design is fast and efficient for healthcare providers and patients and does not need the use of an analyzer. “This […]
Arnold, CA…In late September Warren Slice will celebrate his 90th birthday, shown here with his wife Beatrice and one of his grandsons. Warren and Bea retired to Arnold in 1995 after working in Livermore, CA, and Los Alamos, NM, living full time in the mountain cabin they had built in the 1980’s. They enjoyed their […]
Amador County, CA – Amador County Public Health confirms an additional five COVID-19 cases since Friday’s COVID-19 update. Today, August 25, 2020, Amador County was removed from the County Data Monitoring List. The state will modify local restrictions if the local COVID-19 activity remains stable. Amador County Public Health will continue to monitor local case […]
San Andreas, CA…On Tuesday, August 25, 2020, Calaveras Public Health confirmed 26 new cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. The additional cases include 6 females and 3 males between 18 to 49 years of age, 2 males between 50-64 years of age, and 7 females and 8 males over 65 years of age. There were […]
San Andreas, CA…Momentum is building for Celebrate Calaveras! – the social media movement introduced in mid-July by Mark Twain Medical Center. “We see lots of folks liking, sharing and commenting on our MTMC Facebook postings featuring the county’s natural beauty, rich history and unmatched recreation opportunities,” notes Doug Archer, MTMC President and CEO. “And most […]
Bear Valley, CA…We had the pleasure to spend a few minutes with Bear Valley Adventure Company General Manager Aaron Johnson. It has been a very, very busy summer in our local high country. There are still lakes to be paddled and bikes to be peddled before the summer toys a are put away or sold […]
Angels Camp, CA…A Covid Comic ~ By Mike Darby
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Hiking is a good way to keep social distance and have quality time with your friends and family! All SNAC locations are stoked up with #obōz #footwear #hiking #snacattack #arnoldca #murphysca #sonoraca #calaverascounty #getoutside #supportsmallbusiness
San Andreas, CA…Our world has changed with the Pandemic. Our commitment to serve you has not. Although we cannot gather for our annual Fall Health Fair, we will be offering Blood Analysis Screenings for $45. Please call 209.897.0003 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to schedule your appointment. Our goal is to make your visit […]
Vallecito, CA…The Bureau of Reclamation will temporarily close the Natural Bridges Trail at New Melones Lake beginning August 23 until further notice. The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office has requested the closure due to limited resources of emergency services for this unprecedented fire season. For updates: call the Administration Office at 209‑536‑9094, ext. 0 or visit […]
Sacramento, CA…The American Red Cross mobilized several teams this week in response to multiple fires throughout the California Gold Country Region. Right now, Red Cross volunteers and staff are supporting evacuees with non-congregate sheltering sites, water, snacks meals, and virtual health and mental health services. As of last night, nearly 400 evacuees stayed in Red […]
San Andreas, CA….On Friday, August 21, 2020, Calaveras Public Health confirmed the second death of a Calaveras County resident from complications related to COVID-19. The individual was a female between the age of 50 to 64 years of age. This individual tested positive for the virus. She was unable to recover and passed away in […]
Sacramento, CA…State Parks Issues Full, Partial Closures of Park Units Due to Ongoing Wildfires. State Parks issued full or partial closures for more than two dozen parks due to the ongoing wildfires burning across much of the state. Camping reservation holders impacted by the wildfires are being contacted with cancellation information. Some parks remain partially […]
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Arnold, CA…With power uncertainties becoming the norm is your business or family ready? A back up generator from Pioneer Electric can provide peace of mind. Pioneer Electric is a licensed and insured, full service electrical contracting business servicing: Calaveras, Tuolumne and beyond since 1984.and provide a full range of electrical and services for homes and […]
San Andreas, CA…The San Andreas Certified Farmers Market is Weekly, Thursdays 4pm to 6pm 18 June to 29 October. Master Gardeners Demo Garden, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. We offer the community access to fresh & healthy produce and products from local farmers right here in Calaveras County. Food that has traveled fewer miles […]
Angels Camp – Last school year, school sites began to offer the community a place get information, charge cell phones and get water during the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events. School campuses providing a valuable service to the community did not stop there. As challenging as this year has been, the schools continued to […]
San Andreas, CA…Today, August 20, 2020, Calaveras Public Health confirmed that Calaveras County will be taken off the County Monitoring List. Local COVID-19 data has fallen below the limits outlined by the California Department of Public Health for three consecutive days. Per the state, industries or activities that were required to close this week unless […]
Murphys, CA..Trifilo Garden Center is open this week Thursday 9-5 and also Friday and Saturday. Please practice social distancing and follow posted notices. The plan to be open on these day’s weekly going forward. Trifilo Garden Center is a local, family-owned business located in Murphys, California. It is a full-service nursery with a variety of […]
San Andreas, CA…Tammy’s Window on Calaveras with Scott Nanik Calaveras Superintendent of Schools. Great info as the school year gets back underway.
Copperopolis, CA…On Thursday, September 9th, Calaveras County Water District will be installing a new Pressure Reducing Value (PRV) Station in the Distribution System feeding approximately 275 customers in the Copperopolis area. Outreach efforts through email, text, phone calls, and physical door tags has occurred in anticipation of this event to give customers as much notice […]
San Andreas, CA…The Boil Water Advisory impacting approximately 100 residents on Meko Drive, Blackfoot Circle, Midoo Way, and parts of Shoshone Drive is now lifted. The state-mandated test results from the water main break confirmed the water is safe for consumption. CCWD received the results this morning. Samples were taken from different locations along the […]
San Francisco, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) strongly urges customers to conserve energy to help prevent the need for rotating outages. The state’s electric grid operator, the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), issued a Flex Alert previously that remains in force for Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. PG&E meteorologists are forecasting the […]
Arnold, CA…Come on out for our next #TacoTuesday with flavor filled taco plates and live music with Nathan Ignacio! Check out details on our website for Covid-19 precautions. Https://the bistro espresso.com/events/
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County & Angels Camp COVID-19 Update for August 18th. This is the joint session portion with the County Health Officer and others delivering the current status and fielding questions after the County was placed on the monitoring list with closes additional business sectors. About an hour of video is below…
San Andreas, CA…On Tuesday, August 18, 2020 Calaveras Public Health reported 7 new cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. The additional cases include one female between 0 to 17 years of age, two females between 18 to 49 years of age, two females between 50-64 years of age, and one female and one male over […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Excessive Heat Warning at Lower Elevations Continues Through Tomorrow. The full heat warning updated at 2:19pm this afternoon is below…. URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Sacramento CA 219 PM PDT Tue Aug 18 2020 …Dangerous and Prolonged Heatwave Through Wednesday… .A long-duration and extreme heatwave will continue to impact the […]
San Francisco, CA…PG&E Encourages Customers to Conserve Electricity as California ISO Declares Flex Alert Tuesday. Conserve Power Between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. Based on current energy supply forecasts, rotating power outages are likely to occur Tuesday. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) urges customers to conserve electricity in response to the California Independent System […]
Arnold, CA…Once a month the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Volunteer Search and Rescue Team (SAR) conducts training on a variety of topics to ensure searchers are ready for any type of search mission. The August 2020 training was held on August 15th and involved a lost person scenario. During the simulation, experienced SAR members were […]
Murphys, CA…The Calaveras wine industry has lost a great mentor, innovator, vineyard manager and friend. Stephen Collum, 64, the founder of Murphys-based Vineyard Concepts consulting and management company, passed suddenly on August 11th at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Stockton. Members of the Calaveras Wine Industry Remember Steve as a dear friend, mentor, innovator, educator and […]
