New York, NY…Thomas Paine February 9, 1737 – June 8, 1809. Thomas Paine was born on this day in 1737 in Thetford, England. His most impactful work was the tract Common Sense. In many ways it codified the grievances the Colonies had with the Crown and many historians credit it as the match that lit […]
This highway information is the latest reported by Caltrans as of Friday, February 9th, 2024 at 07:57 AM. SR 4 [IN THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA AREA] Is closed from 0.5 mi east of the Jct of SR 207 /Mt Reba Turnoff/ to 7.4 mi west of the Jct of SR 89 /Ebbetts Pass/ (Alpine Co) – […]
Angels Camp, CA…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 another for the life of the product. Whether you want to stop by to learn more—or plan to purchase a major appliance, furniture […]
Wallace, CA…Firefighters responded to a residential structure fire yesterday afternoon in Wallace – Wallace Lake Estates. On our arrival, firefighters reported heavy fire conditions with flames through the roof over the garage and 2nd story of the home. The homeowners arrived shortly after our arrival and reported the family dog was trapped inside the home. […]
New York, NY…William Tecumseh Sherman February 8, 1820 – February 14, 1891. American Soldier & General in the Union Army during the American Civil War (1861–1865). “If forced to choose between the penitentiary and the White House for four years, I would say the penitentiary, thank you.” “Grant stood by me when I was crazy, […]
San Andreas, CA…At Mark Twain Medical Center, we know that engaging in humankindness helps you to recover, should you ever need hospitalization or surgery. That’s why we’re committed to delivering our surgical services with care and compassion. #hellohumankindness
Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! The current system winds down today and heads east after leaving 3″ new of snow overnight and a 24hr total of 9″ of 8% density blower POW!!!!! Cold air aloft will keep the high around 22F today with lite ENE winds up to 9mph or so. A partly sunny day […]
Moline, IL…A Bit of Wisdom from John Deere the inventor of first commercially successful steel plough. John Deere February 7, 1804 – May 17, 1886 “I cut the teeth off the mill-saw with a hand-chisel. I cut a pattern out of paper for the moldboard and share. I laid the pattern on the saw and […]
Murphys, CA…If you are buying or selling, let us assist you with your real estate needs. Are you looking for a home in Murphys, a cabin in Arnold snow country, a ranchette in Angels Camp, big acreage or vineyard in the foothills, recreation land in the forest, we’ve got you covered. We are an […]
San Andreas, CA…Taxpayer Alert! is brought to you by the Calaveras County Taxpayers Association. http://ccta.camp8.org/ The Calaveras County Taxpayers Association is a non-partisan, citizen’s advocacy group committed to promoting lower taxes and efficiency in the administration of public business. They keep a watchful eye on City, County, State, education and special district issues in an […]
New York, NY…George Herman “Babe” Ruth, February 6, 1895 – August 16, 1948. Homerun King, “The Bambino” & “The Sultan of Swat”. “I’ll promise to go easier on drinking and to get to bed earlier, but not for you, fifty thousand dollars, or two-hundred and fifty thousand dollars will I give up women. They’re too […]
Arnold, CA…Mornings with the One Percent™ is live weekday mornings. The premise for the show is that the USDA ranked all 3,142 counties or county equivalents in the USA on a livability or desirability scale based on factors such as climate, scenic beauty, bodies of water for recreation, humidity and much more. All of our […]
Bear Valley, CA…For the second year in a row, Bear Valley Mountain Resort will be hosting the World Pro Ski Tour. The event will take place over Presidents’ Weekend, February 17th-18th 2024. It is one of the most fun pro ski racing events, featuring both men’s Giant Slalom and Slalom side-by-side racing, and provides an […]
Chicago, IL…A Bit of Wisdom from Dwight L. Moody. Dwight L. Moody February 5, 1837 – December 26, 1899 “We are told to let our light shine, and if it does, we won’t need to tell anybody it does. Lighthouses don’t fire cannons to call attention to their shining – they just shine.” “We can […]
San Andreas, CA…At Mark Twain Medical Center, we know that engaging in humankindness helps you to recover, should you ever need hospitalization or surgery. That’s why we’re committed to delivering our surgical services with care and compassion. #hellohumankindness
Angels Camp, CA…Spence Ranch Feed & Supply is your local home for pet, ranch, ranch toys, baby chickens, lifestock, farm supplies & more. They hve almost everything you need for your pets, farming & ranching lifestyle. Their friendly and well trained staff can help you find exactly what you need. Spence Ranch Feed & Supply […]
Arnold, CA…(Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel. It costs nothing and helps us get closer to being able to monetize it). Thoreau’s Walden impacted me when I was in school many, many years ago. Now in my 60th year I realized that if did not take the leap now I would never take it. Since […]
San Andreas, CA…Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women. During American Heart Month in February no cost testing is available at Mark Twain Medical Center to help local women monitor their heart health. Make time any weekday in February for a Comprehensive Lipid Panel test. It can help identify chronic and new conditions […]
Angels Camp, CA…Now at new Angels Camp Location! 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 […]
Arnold, CA…Mother Nature brought us the snow, so now’s the time to get out and play! Come on up and enjoy our Sno-Parks. Rent Snowshoes, Trail Skis or just head up the hill for Snow Play. SNAC Arnold has everything you need! Sno-Park Permits – $15/day or $40/season CASH PLEASE SNOWSHOES $20/day Adults $15/day Kids […]
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. […]
Avery, CA…We are a family run restaurant & bar. Open Friday-Sunday 3-8pm. Bar open till 10pm. Rossetti’s @ The 19th Hole is a quick serve restaurant serving family favorites since 1923. We have 12 beers on tap and a nice selection of local wines. You will love our BBQ, Pasta, Barrel Chicken & Pull Pork […]
Arnold, CA…Shop Local & Save! We’re passionate about bicycles. We believe that bikes offer a simple solution to many of our communities’ complex problems. Bikes are great for your personal health and for the health of our environment. Bikes can help you save money on transportation, and bikes can provide you with endless miles of […]
Angels Camp, CA…Welcome to The Pickled Porch Cafe. Open Wednesday-Friday 10-3 Saturday 10-4 Sunday 10-3. Sit back, relax and enjoy a wonderful mean on the porch. Their full menu is below…
Arnold, CA…Chapel in the Pines is an Evangelical Covenant church located in the Sierra Nevada mountain community of Arnold. Arnold is an attraction for many visitors due to the many recreation opportunities, such as Big Trees State Park, Bear Valley Ski Resort, Lake Alpine, Ebbetts Pass, and more. Our essential beliefs are summed up in […]
Bear Valley, CA…Due to the heavy snow forecast, we will cease outdoor operations this Sunday and Monday, February 4th and 5th, for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, tubing, and the cafe. The store will remain open. People must stay off our trails as snowcat drivers will be working so we can reopen the trails ASAP. Thanks […]
Bear Valley, CA…10″ has fallen inside the last 24hrs with 6″ falling overnight as of the 4am posting. Snow showers will be on tap this morning before the current wave heads East and shows some partly sunny skies around mid-day or so. Tonight as the next wave arrives, we will pick up 8-12″ of new […]
New York, NY…Horace Greeley, February 3, 1811 – November 29, 1872. American newspaper editor, publisher of New-York Tribune. “Our country right or wrong is an evil motto – what if your country be in the wrong? It will only compound her injury. I wish to serve the republic with an honest and fearless criticism.” “It […]