St. Patrick’s Helping Hands Thanks Calaveras County Foundation

St. Patrick’s Helping Hands Thanks Calaveras County Foundation

Angels Camp, CA…St. Patrick’s Helping Hands would like to thank the Calaveras County Foundation for the $1800 donation to our Food Pantry. This grant was used to help purchase food to help the many residents of Calaveras County who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. St. Patrick’s Helping Hands is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation […]

Calaveras Public Health Reports 8 Deaths (All Tied to Avalon Healthcare), 12 New Cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County

Calaveras Public Health Reports 8 Deaths (All Tied to Avalon Healthcare), 12 New Cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…On Friday, September 11, 2020, Calaveras Public Health confirmed 8 new deaths and 12 new cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. The latest fatalities include 2 females and 6 males all over the age of 65. All 8 deaths stem from the outbreak among residents of Avalon Health Care San Andreas. All individuals […]

A Joint Air Quality Advisory issued by Calaveras County Public Health and the Calaveras County Air Pollution Control District

A Joint Air Quality Advisory issued by Calaveras County Public Health and the Calaveras County Air Pollution Control District

San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras County Health Officer and Calaveras County Air Pollution Control District are issuing a joint air quality advisory to notify the public of the potential for poor air quality conditions due to smoke from the various fires around the state. There are currently no fires burning in Calaveras County The Hwy 4 […]

Boil Water Notice Lifted in Copperopolis Area

Boil Water Notice Lifted in Copperopolis Area

Copperopolis, CA…The State Water Resources Control Board Division of Drinking Water in conjunction with the Calaveras County Environmental Health Department, and the Calaveras County Water District (CCWD) are advising CCWD Customers on Acorn Street, Bear Claw Way, Beaver Court, Beaver Street, Brave Street, Canoe Street, Cheyenne Rd, Choctaw Rd, Fox Court, Hoka Court, Hoya Court, […]

Five local Community Leaders Appointed to Mark Twain Medical Center Community Board

Five local Community Leaders Appointed to Mark Twain Medical Center Community Board

San Andreas, CA…Five new community members have recently been appointed to serve on the Mark Twain Medical Centers (MTMC) Community Board. The mission and purpose of the MTMC Hospital Community Board is: (a) provide local oversight of quality of care delivered in the local hospital; (b) oversee medical staff functions; and (c) to provide advice […]

Contractors UWPA is Looking for You!

Contractors UWPA is Looking for You!

Angels Camp, CA…UWPA is looking for licensed contractors who are available to provide skilled labor during a three-week period: November 2 – 20, 2020. The work is near Hathaway Pines and involves repairing and replacing sections of historic wooden flume that provides the water supply for the communities of Murphys, Douglas Flat, Vallecito and Angels […]

Hospice of Amador & Calaveras’ 21st Annual “Celebrate Life” Art Auction is coming!

Hospice of Amador & Calaveras’ 21st Annual “Celebrate Life” Art Auction is coming!

Jackson, CA…The 21st annual “Celebrate Life” Art Auction, the pivotal fundraiser of the year for Hospice of Amador & Calaveras, is happening virtually, on Friday, September 18. The streamed event will be accessible on Facebook Live, via the KVGC and Hospice Facebook pages. The online auction site will go live at the same time, so […]

Health Officer Order Prohibiting Fires on Private Property in Alpine County

Health Officer Order Prohibiting Fires on Private Property in Alpine County

Markleeville, CA…Effective immediately, I am ordering that all outdoor fires, including campfires, bonfires, pit fires, charcoal fires, or any other open flame fires are hereby prohibited on all private lands throughout Alpine County. This prohibition shall be reviewed by the Board of Supervisors at their next meeting and each meeting thereafter and will continue until […]

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, […]

Public Safety Power Shutoff Update: Patrols Begin at Daybreak as PG&E Issues Weather ‘All Clear’

Public Safety Power Shutoff Update: Patrols Begin at Daybreak as PG&E Issues Weather ‘All Clear’

San Francisco, CA…This morning, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) electric crews will start patrolling in the air, in vehicles and on foot nearly all the power lines that were de-energized starting on Monday for the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event. Once lines are inspected and found free of damage or hazards, PG&E can […]

A Bit of Wisdom From Colonel Sanders

A Bit of Wisdom From Colonel Sanders

Arnold, CA…With 2020 being well, 2020 with COVID, PSPS Outages, Fires and maybe even a bit of political angst we thought you might be able to use more than one quote today. These are from Colonel Sanders. Who really didn’t get started until he was almost 70 and worked pretty much until they carted him […]

PG&E Turns Off Power for Safety to Approximately 172,000 Customers in 22 Counties in Sierra Foothills, Sacramento Valley, Northern Sierra and Elevated North Bay Terrain

PG&E Turns Off Power for Safety to Approximately 172,000 Customers in 22 Counties in Sierra Foothills, Sacramento Valley, Northern Sierra and Elevated North Bay Terrain

San Francisco, CA…Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) confirmed this morning that customers in the Sierra Foothills, Northern Sierra and elevated North Bay terrain who were notified of an impending Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) are now without power. The PSPS event is affecting approximately 172,000 customers in 22 counties: Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, El […]

Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today through Wednesday Morning Due to Gusty Wind and Low Humidity

Critical Fire Weather Conditions Today through Wednesday Morning Due to Gusty Wind and Low Humidity

Sacramento, CA…The latest from the National Weather Service…”Gusty north to east wind combined with low humidity will continue critical fire weather conditions today through Wednesday morning. These conditions could impact current wildfires, and extreme caution should be taken to prevent starting additional fires.” The full Advisories are below… Wind Advisory URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE National […]

The Latest on PSPS Outages from Calaveras OES, 13,072 PG&E Customers Included

The Latest on PSPS Outages from Calaveras OES,  13,072 PG&E Customers Included

San Andreas, CA…The latest from county OES….”We’ve received the latest potential outage area maps from PG&E, and have learned that the Communities of Murphys, Douglas Flat, Vallecito, and the area between Camp Connell to the County line are now INCLUDED in the 13,072 PG&E Customers that may be affected by the potential PSPS Event. The […]

Forest Service Temporarily Closes Southern California National Forests, Stanislaus National Forest Now Closed!

Forest Service Temporarily Closes Southern California National Forests, Stanislaus National Forest Now Closed!

Vallejo, CA…Most of California remains under the threat of unprecedented and dangerous fire conditions with a combination of extreme heat, significant wind events, dry conditions, and firefighting resources that are stretched to the limit. Due to these conditions, the USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region is announcing the following temporary closures and fire restrictions to […]

Don’t Miss the Big Bear Valley Adventure Company’s Annual Labor Day Sale!

Don’t Miss the Big Bear Valley Adventure Company’s Annual Labor Day Sale!

Bear Valley, CA…This 3-day weekend BVAC celebrates with 20-50% discounts on bike, boat, and fishing accessories, plus summer clothing and footwear in the store. On Monday, September 7th, the much-anticipated Rental Equipment Sale kicks off at 9 am, with phone orders accepted after 10 am. Discover great deals on lightly used mountain bikes, e-mountain bikes, […]

Popular $45 Blood Tests Available by Appointment at Mark Twain Medical Center!

Popular $45 Blood Tests Available by Appointment at Mark Twain Medical Center!

San Andreas, CA…Social distancing protocols prevents Mark Twain Medical Center from hosting its traditional 600 + attendees during the Annual Fall Health Fair. However, the $45 blood analysis screening which hundreds of local residents always take advantage of at the event are still be available – by appointment over the next few weeks. Call 209-897-0003 […]

The Outhouse Collection is Moving!! Blow-Out Moving Sale!

The Outhouse Collection is Moving!!  Blow-Out Moving Sale!

Arnold, CA…We have an exciting announcement! The Outhouse is moving to the new Mountain Living Store located at Ace Home Center in Arnold. Mountain Living will be offering all the products you love plus the shopping experience you expect. This weekend, The Outhouse will be having a blow-out moving sale. There will be incredible deals […]

Flex Alert in Effect for Next Two Days to Help Protect Power Grid Stability

Flex Alert in Effect for Next Two Days to Help Protect Power Grid Stability

Folsom, CA…Consumers should prepare for the likelihood of rotating electric outages. The California Independent System Operator (ISO) issued a statewide Flex Alert, a call for Californians to conserve electricity, to prevent or limit expected rotating power outages today. Flex Alerts are in effect from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. today and tomorrow to reduce strain […]

Make Your Home Ember Resistant & Get Your Wildfire Protection Tools At Bathroom Machineries In Murphys

Make Your Home Ember Resistant & Get Your Wildfire Protection Tools At Bathroom Machineries In Murphys

Murphys, CA…DEA Bathroom Machineries in addition to all the classic & historic plumbing supplies they also have perfect, common sense, easy to deploy Wildfire protection tools. Tom Scheller showed us several options including the W.A.S.P. Fire protection system. The W.A.S.P. Wildfire Protection Kit installs either on your ridge ends or clips directly onto your gutter. […]