Sonora, CA…From the Tuolumne Sheriff’s Office…”On Wednesday, we were notified one of our staff members in the custody facility tested positive for COVID-19. In response to the positive case, we are working closely with public health while conducting containment measures and mandatory testing for all inmate and staff within our facility. Additional resources from UCSF […]
Sacramento, CA…The California Department of Public Health Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Sonia Angell issued the following statement today warning Californians not to gather with people outside of their immediate households this Fourth of July weekend to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our communities: “Traditionally, Fourth of July is a […]
Sacramento, CA… As COVID-19 cases rise throughout the state and in advance of the Fourth of July weekend, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the “Wear A Mask” public awareness campaign encouraging Californians to use face coverings – one of the best ways people can protect themselves and others from the virus. The campaign is taking […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Public Health continues to experience an alarming and accelerating trend of community spread in the County. On Thursday, July 2, 2020, Calaveras Public Health reported 13 additional cases of COVID-19. This is the largest increase of positive cases in any reporting period in the County since the pandemic began. “As we enter […]
Angels Camp, CA…Register at Coppello Ballpark in Angels Camp 8am – 1pm Every Saturday thru August 22nd. First Practice on Monday August 24th. This event repeats weekly every Saturday until 08/22/2020
New York, NY….Reader’s Digest unveiled today the 50 Nicest Places in America 2020: United in Kindness, stories of communities in every state where people have come together to make each other’s lives better. In response to the fourth annual search, conducted in partnership with neighborhood platform Nextdoor, readers submitted a record 1,177 stories of solidarity and hope as […]
Sacramento, CA….Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Public Health today released guidance directing counties that have been on the County Monitoring List for three consecutive days or more to close indoor operations for certain sectors which promote the mixing of populations beyond households and make adherence to physical distancing and wearing face coverings difficult. The guidance applies for […]
Sonora, CA…The Stanislaus National Forest announced that some developed recreation sites will remain closed through July 15, 2020. While some sites remain closed, forest crews have been preparing most campgrounds and day use sites for public use. Forest order STF-16-2020-16 identifies those recreation sites that employees have been able to safely open. “I am proud […]
Amador County, CA – Amador County Public Health confirms the first 2020 case of West Nile virus (WNV) in an Amador County horse. Outbreaks of WNV occur each summer in the United States and are most commonly transmitted to humans and animals through a mosquito bite from a mosquito harboring the virus. Public Health officials […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Public Health is seeing an alarming and accelerating trend of community spread in the County. On Tuesday, June 30, 2020, Calaveras Public Health reported eight additional cases of COVID-19. This is the single largest one-day case count in the County since the pandemic began. “What we are seeing in Calaveras County is […]
Arnold, CA…Social distanced in the backyard at Bistro Espresso for $14.00 take-out taco plates and a variety of draft beers and wine. Tell a friend, bring the fanily. Limited tables and chairs. This is a food related event, sorry no live music will be played so as to concede to Calaveras County guidelines for COVID-19 […]
Amador County, CA…Today, June 29, 2020, Amador County Public Health reported one additional case of COVID-19 in Amador County. The new case is an adult female in her 40s who is a resident of Sutter Creek and is linked to a previous Amador case. This new case is currently isolated at home. All close-contacts have […]
Sonora, CA…. A Cluster of COVID-19 Cases Identified in Staff at Congregate Care Facility and Updates on Non-Resident Case Cases at Care Facility. The Tuolumne County Public Health Department was notified on June 28th that 6 staff members have tested positive for COVID-19 at Avalon Care Center in Sonora. Case investigations have been started and […]
Sacramento, CA…The California Department of Public Health and California Governor Gavin Newsom released guidance on the closure of bars for counties on the County Monitoring List. The Department recommends that counties on the County Monitoring List for three or more consecutive days, but less than 14 days, close bars through local health officer order (or do […]
San Andreas, CA…On Friday, June 26, 2020, Calaveras Public Health reported three additional cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. The three unrelated cases include one adult male and one adult female between the ages of 18 to 49 years old, and an adult male between the ages of 50-64. Two cases reside in the Valley […]
Angels Camp, CA…No-cost testing for COVID-19 is available to anyone who would like to get one. The OptumServe COVID-19 testing site located at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds is open Tuesday-Saturday from 7:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Testing is available to those age 12 and older. Walk-ins are not accepted at this time. People are highly […]
Murphys, CA…”Grease” on the Ironstone Amphitheatre lawn, Thursday, June 25, Doors at 6:45pm, Movie starts at 8pm. Tickets available at: www.ironstonevineyards.com/grease.
San Andreas, CA…We believe in understanding and caring for the whole person. Our experienced staff is committed to providing compassionate and quality care, in an atmosphere enabling communication, trust, and personal growth to residents in our rural communities. Diana Peck, LCSW, Therapist James Dalton Medical Office 590 Stanislaus Ave., Angels Camp Karen Karam, LCSW, Therapist […]
Amador County, CA – Amador County Public Health and Animal Control Departments remind residents that rabies in wildlife continues to pose a risk to pets and people. On June 24, 2020, a kitten, in an unincorporated area outside of Ione, tested positive for rabies. The kitten did not have current vaccination to provide protection from […]
West Point, CA…On June 20, 2020 Animal Services investigated a dog on skunk attack in the 2300 Block of Spink Road in West Point, CA. Three dogs killed the skunk and the owner called to report the incident. The skunk was sent to San Joaquin Public Health Laboratory for rabies testing on June 23, 2020. […]
Angels Camp, CA…After 23 years providing preventive dental services and oral health education to children of Calaveras County, the Calaveras Children’s Dental Project is coming to an end. “For a variety of reasons, now is a good time to stop,” stated Laurie Perry, RDH, RDHAP Dental Hygienist who has managed the project since its inception […]
Arnold, CA…Most of you are familiar with the 80/20 rule in economics espoused by Vilfredo Pareto. What is profound is that in the decades since his death it has been found that the 80/20 rule to be accurate in almost all areas. Take any subject even the taboo ones such as abortion, race & social […]
Amador County, CA – This evening, June 22, 2020, Amador County Public Health reported one additional case of COVID-19 in Amador County. The new case is an adult female in her 20s who is a resident of Jackson, with a travel history indicating exposure to the virus outside of the county. This new case is […]