Sender’s Market Ace Hardware in Valley Springs is Hiring!!

Sender’s Market Ace Hardware in Valley Springs is Hiring!!

Valley Springs, CA…Sender’s Market Ace Hardware in Valley Springs is hiring for Contractor Sales Counter. Candidates should have a working knowledge of construction, lumber, building materials, as well as excellent customer service skills. Sender’s offers an excellent benefit package for full time employees. Wage will depend on experience. Contact Stephanie at 209-755-1762 or send resume/letter […]

U.S. Covid-19 Infections Rise to 967,585, Deaths 54,931, Tested 5,441,079

U.S. Covid-19 Infections Rise to 967,585, Deaths 54,931, Tested 5,441,079

Baltimore, MD…The latest from the Coronavirus dashboard from Johns Hopkins University. As the infections soar in North American it tells the magnitude and spread of the problem. If you dig into it you can see when a country peaked and when they started the recovery phase. It is a great source for actual data including […]

The Trout Spot Is Your Home For All Things Fly Fishing, Trout Flies & Home Decor (Shop Online Locally)

The Trout Spot Is Your Home For All Things Fly Fishing, Trout Flies & Home Decor (Shop Online Locally)

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 […]

The “Slurp Sends” Trilogy on Becoming & Serving as a Green Beret from Local Author, Photographer & Ebbetts Pass Fixture Richard “Dick” James

The “Slurp Sends” Trilogy on Becoming & Serving as a Green Beret from Local Author, Photographer & Ebbetts Pass Fixture Richard “Dick” James

Arnold, CA…Just before we started the whole COVID-19 mess we had the pleasure to spend a few minutes speaking with an Ebbetts Pass Area fixture and icon Dick James. We had a compartment spill open in a backpack that we carry camera equipment and lost a memory card. We thankfully recently found the card that […]

Shop, Click & Deliver with Express Purchase from Sonora Ford

Shop, Click & Deliver with Express Purchase from Sonora Ford

Sonora, CA…Sonora Ford COVID-19 – Update…As our communities continue to feel the increased impact of Coronavirus, we feel it is important to share with you what we are doing to help keep people safe and healthy. Please be assured we have protocols in place, and are following CDC and local public health official’s recommendations. As […]

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

Middleton’s Furniture & Appliances is Open & Serving Your Essential Needs Now & 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 […]

Spring Has Sprung for the Mother Lode & Western Slope Northern Sierra Nevada

Spring Has Sprung for the Mother Lode & Western Slope Northern Sierra Nevada

Arnold, CA…The latest forecast from the National Weather Service for the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Partly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly cloudy. Highs 57 to 72 higher elevations…69 to 81 lower elevations. Prevailing southeast winds up to 10 mph shifting to the southwest in the afternoon. Tonight Mostly cloudy in the […]

Newsome Harlow TV is Back Live Tonight at 6pm with Scott Klann & Michael Ninos

Newsome Harlow TV is Back Live Tonight at 6pm with Scott Klann & Michael Ninos

Murphys, CA…Don’t forget to tune in tonight at 6pm for Scott’s Friday Night Happy Hour. This week Scott will be joined by Michael Ninos, local restauranteur, raconteur and long-time wine aficionado. Scott and Michael go back almost 30 years and have many somewhat sordid stories to share. You can watch at nhvino.com/watch or the Newsome […]

Trifilo Garden Center is Open for Your Essential Nursery Needs (Limited Staffing So Please Be Patient)

Trifilo Garden Center is Open for Your Essential Nursery Needs (Limited Staffing So Please Be Patient)

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 […]

Lysol Maker Warns on Injection, Ingestion or Other Improper use of Disinfectants

Lysol Maker Warns on Injection, Ingestion or Other Improper use of Disinfectants

Parsippany, NJ…Due to recent speculation and social media activity, RB (the makers of Lysol and Dettol) has been asked whether internal administration of disinfectants may be appropriate for investigation or use as a treatment for coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). As a global leader in health and hygiene products, we must be clear that under no circumstance should our disinfectant […]

HHS Announces CARES Act Funding Distribution to States and Localities in Support of COVID-19 Response

HHS Announces CARES Act Funding Distribution to States and Localities in Support of COVID-19 Response

Washington, DC…The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is announcing upcoming action by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide additional resources to state and local jurisdictions in support of our nation’s response to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Using funds from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act […]

Drive-Thru Pet Food Bank is THIS SATURDAY from 11-1 at Spence Ranch Feed & Supply

Drive-Thru Pet Food Bank is THIS SATURDAY from 11-1 at Spence Ranch Feed & Supply

Angels Camp, CA…Our first ever Drive-Thru Pet Food Bank is THIS SATURDAY from 11-1 (or while supplies last) at Spence Ranch Feed & Supply. Dry dog and cat food available in a safe, contact-free manner right from your car. Open to all Calaveras residents. No paperwork or proof of income required. We know some of […]

Rabid Bat Found in Valley Springs. Bat Stir Fry, Bat Tea or Bat Kabobs Not Encouraged

Rabid Bat Found in Valley Springs.  Bat Stir Fry, Bat Tea or Bat Kabobs Not Encouraged

Valley Springs, CA…On April 16, 2020, Animal Services investigated a report that a dog had been found playing with a bat on the 100 block of Happy Jack Court in Valley Springs. The incident happened the day prior, and the owner called Animal Services for guidance. The owner was asked to bring the bat to […]

Household Contact in West Point Leads to Thirteenth Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Calaveras County

Household Contact in West Point Leads to Thirteenth Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…On Thursday, April 23, 2020, Calaveras Public Health confirmed an additional case of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. This case is an older adult female from West Point. The individual is a household contact linked to a case already known to Calaveras Public Health. The newly diagnosed resident is in isolation and has had […]

(Looking Back During the Shutdown) The 2019 Calaveras Fair & Frog Jump Jubilee Youth Parade! Photos of Every Entry & Full Parade Video Below!

(Looking Back During the Shutdown) The 2019 Calaveras Fair & Frog Jump Jubilee Youth Parade! Photos of Every Entry & Full Parade Video Below!

Angels Camp, CA…(Looking Back During the Shutdown) Ladies, Gents, Boys & Girls…The 2019 Calaveras County Fair & Frog Jump Jubilee is underway. The Youth Parade led the way through Historic Downtown Angels Camp. The clouds parted and the sun made an appearance to welcome in the festivities. One interesting thing was the abundance of camera […]

$500 Reward for the Return of Preacher

$500 Reward for the Return of Preacher

Mountain Ranch, CA…Preacher was last seen Monday morning of this week at his home in the Swiss Ranch Road area outside of Mountain Ranch. Black German Shepherd about 3 years old. Friendly and was wearing a collar with tags. Please call 209-373-9950 if you have any information. $500 reward if found and returned.

Molly is Your Calaveras County Animal Services Pet of the Week

Molly is Your Calaveras County Animal Services  Pet of the Week

San Andreas, CA…Looking for a lovely senior kitty? Meet Molly, a shorthaired buff and cream-colored adult approximately 12-14 years of age. Molly adores having her head gently rubbed and her ears scratched when the mood suits her. Otherwise, she enjoys a quiet place – preferably on a fluffy pillow in front of a sunny window […]

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Delays Trout Season Openers in Three Counties

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Delays Trout Season Openers in Three Counties

Sacramento, CA…As requested by county officials, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Director Charlton H. Bonham delayed the start of the trout opener in Alpine, Inyo and Mono counties. The director made this decision in consultation with California Fish and Game Commission President Eric Sklar.  The trout season was scheduled to open in these three […]

Governor Newsom Announces Plan to Resume Delayed Health Care that was Deferred as Hospitals Prepared for COVID-19 Surge

Governor Newsom Announces Plan to Resume Delayed Health Care that was Deferred as Hospitals Prepared for COVID-19 Surge

Sacramento, CA…Today, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to allow hospitals and health systems to resume delayed medical care for Californians – such as heart valve replacements, angioplasty and tumor removals, and key preventive care services, such as colonoscopies – which were deferred as the state’s health care delivery systems prepared for a surge of […]

LabCorp COVID-19 At-Home Test Kit Receives FDA Emergency Use Authorization

LabCorp COVID-19 At-Home Test Kit Receives FDA Emergency Use Authorization

Burlington, NC…LabCorp (NYSE: LH), a leading global life sciences company that is deeply integrated in guiding patient care, today announced that it has received an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The EUA permits nasal swab specimens to be collected at home using the Pixel by LabCorp™ COVID-19 test home […]

State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts for April 21st! 33,261 Infected, 1,268 Deaths

State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts for April 21st!  33,261 Infected, 1,268 Deaths

Sacramento, CA…The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 33,261 confirmed cases and 1,268 deaths.  Racial Demographics – A More Complete Picture  The California Department of Public Health is committed to health equity and collecting more detailed racial and ethnic data that will provide additional understanding […]

Mark Twain Medical Center is Here For You 24/7

Mark Twain Medical Center is Here For You 24/7

San Andreas, CA…“The safety of our visitors, patients, employees, and physicians remains our highest priority. We want to assure the community that MTMC is closely monitoring all developments with COVID-19 and we are prepared to identify, isolate, and treat any potential patient who seeks care at our facility. We are in contact with local and […]

Above & Beyond Travel’s Armchair Explorer, Your Weekly Burst of Travel Inspiration

Above & Beyond Travel’s Armchair Explorer, Your Weekly Burst of Travel Inspiration

Arnold, CA…A good dream should never be rushed. It takes time to explore the places our dreams take us, time to appreciate the escape and let that joyful serenity sink into our bones. Due to our current global situation, time is something many of us have more of lately. It’s an unexpected benefit — a […]

2020 Bear Valley Music Festival Canceled, Will Return Better Than Ever in 2021!

2020 Bear Valley Music Festival Canceled, Will Return Better Than Ever in 2021!

Bear Valley, CA…It is with deep regret that we announce the cancellation of this summer’s Bear Valley Music Festival. It was a painful decision, but the health and safety of our musicians, crew, audience, volunteers and residents of Bear Valley and the surrounding area is our top priority. After much discussion and consultation, we determined […]