State Parks Announces Recommendations for $5.6 Million in Local Recreational Trail Projects

State Parks Announces Recommendations for $5.6 Million in Local Recreational Trail Projects

Sacramento, CA…California State Parks today announced recommendations for $5.6 million in funding for eight local non-motorized trail projects under the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Recreational Trails Program (RTP). Funding from this program helps improve the quality of life for the nation’s communities by providing access for all to the outdoors. The list of recommended non-motorized […]

You Will be Thankful for These November Wine Specials From Black Sheep Winery

You Will be Thankful for These November Wine Specials From Black Sheep Winery

Murphys, CA…Black Sheep Winery arrived in Murphys with the 1984 harvest. From that first harvest we produced our 1984 Amador Zinfandel. The wine was styled in a big, bold way like nobody else could do. That’s what makes us Black Sheep; we’re different from the rest of the flock. We feature small batches of limited […]

Slight Chance of Snow for High Country at End of Week. Do Your Snow Dances!

Slight Chance of Snow for High Country at End of Week.  Do Your Snow Dances!

Arnold, CA…We need snow in the high country and we need to put an end to the fire season. The forecast for the end of the week may not do much to help either but let’s hope the storm door is starting to creak open. The latest from the National Weather Service for the West […]

Adventist Health to Celebrate Mission Week November 2 – 6

Adventist Health to Celebrate Mission Week November 2 – 6

Sonora… Adventist Health recognizes Mission Week every year during the first week of November. This year’s theme celebrates one of the organization’s values, to “Be a Mission Owner.” Adventist Health is hosting live virtual events every day from November 2 – 6, and the public is invited to attend. Adventist Health, a faith-based, nonprofit integrated […]

Local Trump Supporters Plan Trump Train Today from Burson to Mokelumne Hill

Local Trump Supporters Plan Trump Train Today from Burson to Mokelumne Hill

Burson, CA…Even though turning California Red instead of blue is a longshot, local Trump supporters are planning a Trump Train to Mokelumne Hill today.   TRUMP TRAIN – Join the Parade! Meet at El Torero in Burson at 2:30, ** Please remain in or near your vehicle **, 3:00 – National Anthem and depart Burson, 3:15 […]

Calaveras Public Health Reports 7 New Cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County

Calaveras Public Health Reports 7 New Cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…On Friday, October 30, 2020, Calaveras Public Health confirmed seven additional cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. The cases include one female between 0-17 years of age, one female and two males between 18-49 years of age, one female between 50-64 years of age, and one female and one male over the age […]

Season Ski Leases are Now Available at SNAC!

Season Ski Leases are Now Available at SNAC!

Arnold, Murphys & Sonora CA…We all know this is not the winter to be standing in long lines and crowded rooms. Come to SNAC Arnold and go through our rental process one time, before the season starts and keep the equipment for the entire season. And, save money! ADULT SKI PACKAGE $250 KID’S SKI PACKAGE […]

The Pumpkin Patch at Trifilo Garden Center for Your Holiday & Nursery Needs (Open Thurs, Fri & Sat!)

The Pumpkin Patch at Trifilo Garden Center for Your Holiday & Nursery Needs (Open Thurs, Fri & Sat!)

Murphys, CA..We had the pleasure to stop by Triffilo Garden Center to see their new Pumpkin Patch. It is adorable and makes a great destination for families and anyone getting into the fall spirit. Trifilo Garden Center will be yoru destination for fall, holidays, Christmas Trees, wreaths and much, much more. They are open Thursday, […]

The Trout Spot Is Your Home For All Things Fly Fishing, Trout Flies & Home Decor.

The Trout Spot Is Your Home For All Things Fly Fishing, Trout Flies & Home Decor.

Arnold, CA…We are 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 have not […]

Final Day for October Red Hot Buys at Sender’s Ace Hardware Stores in Mountain Ranch & Valley Springs

Final Day for October Red Hot Buys at Sender’s Ace Hardware Stores in Mountain Ranch & Valley Springs

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. […]

Kaylee Located, 3 Arrested in Missing Juvenile Case

Kaylee Located, 3 Arrested in Missing Juvenile Case

West Point, CA…On October 30th at about 7:00PM Detectives located Missing Person Kaylee at a residence in West Point. After a lengthy investigation by detectives three persons were arrested in connection with the case. Detectives will spend the next few days completing the investigations, more information to follow on Monday. This is initial information is […]

History Channel’s American Pickers to Film in California in December

History Channel’s American Pickers to Film in California in December

New York, NY…Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to California! They plan to film episodes of the hit series American Pickers throughout your area in December. We understand that with the proliferation of COVID-19, we are all facing very uncertain times. We at American Pickers are taking the pandemic very […]

Governor Newsom Cuts Ribbon on California’s New Laboratory, Which Will Increase State’s COVID-19 Testing Capacity and Reduce Turnaround Times

Governor Newsom Cuts Ribbon on California’s New Laboratory, Which Will Increase State’s COVID-19 Testing Capacity and Reduce Turnaround Times

Valencia, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the opening of an innovative new laboratory in California that will increase the state’s COVID-19 testing capacity, reduce test turnaround time and create hundreds of new California jobs. The $25 million lab, built in conjunction with major diagnostics company PerkinElmer, will begin processing tests starting in November and work […]

California State Parks Honors Military Community with Free Admission to 133 Park Units on Veterans Day, November 11

California State Parks Honors Military Community with Free Admission to 133 Park Units on Veterans Day, November 11

Sacramento, CA…California State Parks is honoring the service of veterans, as well as active and reserve personnel, by offering free admission to 133 state parks on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020.  “We understand this has been a challenging year with the ongoing pandemic and the recent wildfires,” said California State Parks Director Armando Quintero. […]

Halloween Trunk or Treat at Chapel in the Pines

Halloween Trunk or Treat at Chapel in the Pines

Arnold, CA…We invite our community to join us for this fun event! Covid-19 safety precautions will be in place. Please wear a mask! Bring your own trick or treat bag! Chapel is an Evangelical Covenant Church that enjoys sharing God’s loving support in a bible-based, straightforward manner. Whether you’re a full-time resident, here part-time or […]

Halloween Pumpkin Patch Estravaganza & Haunted Forrey

Halloween Pumpkin Patch Estravaganza & Haunted Forrey

Arnold, CA…!!!!BE AFRAID!!!! Get ready for one of the Spookiest nights in 2020!!!! Come experience the very spooky but kid friendly Haunted Cameo Plaza Forrey!!!! Also enjoy kids costume contest, prizes, games, and pumpkin painting contests!!! Spooky scavenger hunt, and tons of Candy!!!! Sponsored by the following community loving sponsors: Murphy’s School of Music, Arnold […]

Yosemite National Park Reverts to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

Yosemite National Park Reverts to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

Yosemite, CA..Yosemite National Park is experiencing high fire danger, along with continued hot and dry weather patterns. However, due to a reduction of overall fire danger and prevalence of active fires in the region, the Superintendent of Yosemite National Park will be reverting to Stage 1 fire restrictions until further notice is given. By order […]

Natural Bridges Trail to Reopen as Reclamation Announces New Melones Lake Seasonal Operations Changes

Natural Bridges Trail to Reopen as Reclamation Announces New Melones Lake Seasonal Operations Changes

Tuttletown, CA….The Bureau of Reclamation has scheduled recreation area closures, changes to hours of operations and the reopening of Natural Bridges at New Melones Lake beginning November 1.  The closures will be from November 1, 2020, through March 31, 2021, and will allow Reclamation to replace waterlines, perform other necessary maintenance tasks and allow for […]

The Pumpkin Patch at Trifilo Garden Center for Your Holiday & Nursery Needs (Open Thurs, Fri & Sat!)

The Pumpkin Patch at Trifilo Garden Center for Your Holiday & Nursery Needs (Open Thurs, Fri & Sat!)

Murphys, CA..We had the pleasure to stop by Triffilo Garden Center to see their new Pumpkin Patch. It is adorable and makes a great destination for families and anyone getting into the fall spirit. Trifilo Garden Center will be yoru destination for fall, holidays, Christmas Trees, wreaths and much, much more. They are open Thursday, […]

Make Sender’s Ace Hardware Your Christmas Shopping Destination!!

Make Sender’s Ace Hardware Your Christmas Shopping Destination!!

Mountain Ranch & Valley Springs, CA…We have lots of new Christmas items and more on the way!!! Before you go shop anywhere else, stop in and see what we have! Chances are we have what you’re looking for!! In 1950, we started out as a family operation with Erich’s father and mother, August and Freida […]

Trump Administration Awards $40 million for Sacramento River Salmon Habitat Improvements

Trump Administration Awards $40 million for Sacramento River Salmon Habitat Improvements

Sacramento, CA…The Bureau of Reclamation announces the selection of four funding award recipients to implement $40 million in salmon habitat improvement projects along the Sacramento River. The restoration projects will enhance and improve spawning and rearing habitat for salmon at approximately 25 different locations across 132 river miles. Each award is for approximately $10 million […]

Register Now for Women’s Health Virtual Workshop

Register Now for Women’s Health Virtual Workshop

San Andreas, CA…Registration is still open for the Oct. 29 ‘Stepping Up for Women’s Health’ virtual workshop addressing physical and mental health issues. Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) is bringing together local experts for the online event to be held via Zoom at 7 p.m. on Thursday. It is easy to register through the MTMC […]

97% of PG&E Customers Restored by Tuesday Night, with Essentially All Customers Expected to Have Power Back on Wednesday Morning

97% of PG&E Customers Restored by Tuesday Night, with Essentially All Customers Expected to Have Power Back on Wednesday Morning

San Francisco, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) restored power by Tuesday night to more than 335,000 of the approximately 345,000 customers impacted by the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) that started Sunday morning (Oct. 25). PG&E crews began restoring power to customers where no damage or hazards to electrical equipment were found during patrols […]

A Bit of Wisdom From Give ‘Em Hell Harry

A Bit of Wisdom From Give ‘Em Hell Harry

“Once a government is committed to the principle of silencing the voice of opposition, it has only one way to go, and that is down the path of increasingly repressive measures, until it becomes a source of terror to all its citizens and creates a country where everyone lives in fear.” Harry S. Truman

Amador County COVID-19 Update

Amador County COVID-19 Update

Sutter Creek… Amador County Public Health confirms ten new cases of COVID-19 in Amador since Friday’s media release. The new cases include 4 males and 6 females, 1 child under the age of 18, 6 aged 18-49, 1 aged 50-64, 2 over 65 years of age; 2 residing in Ione, 4 living in Jackson, 1 […]