Twelfth Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Calaveras County

Twelfth Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…On Friday, April 17, 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 linked to a case already known to Calaveras Public Health. “This newest case is in a household contact to a known case of […]

State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts for April 16th! 25.182 Infected, 890 Deaths

State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts for April 16th!  25.182 Infected, 890 Deaths

Sacramento, CA…The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 26,182 confirmed cases and 890 deaths. Racial Demographics – A More Complete Picture. As of April 15, data on race and ethnicity is complete for 65 percent of COVID-19 cases and 87 percent of deaths reported to […]

President Donald J. Trump Announces Guidelines for Opening Up America Again

President Donald J. Trump Announces Guidelines for Opening Up America Again

Washington, DC…This morning, President Donald J. Trump convened two bipartisan dialogues with Members of the Opening Up America Again Congressional Group to discuss the next chapter of the COVID-19 recovery.  This afternoon the President celebrated the vital role truckers play in keeping America well-stocked.  Later, the President discussed his health-based vision for putting our Nation […]

The 2019 Murphys Irish Day Parade Photos & Video (Covid-19 Shutdown Feature)

The 2019 Murphys Irish Day Parade Photos & Video (Covid-19 Shutdown Feature)

Murphys, CA…In 2019 Murphys rolled out the green carpet for their annual celebration of all things Irish. The signature event is the Irish Day Parade that rolls onto Main Street at 11am every year (Except in Covid-19 Shutdowns). As usual the parade this year had entrants for young and old and the Grand Marshall in […]

Trifilo Garden Center is Open for Your Essential Nursery Needs

Trifilo Garden Center is Open for Your Essential Nursery Needs

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 […]

And Then There Were Eleven as Two New Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed in Calaveras County

And Then There Were Eleven as Two New Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed in Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…On Wednesday, April 15, 2020, Calaveras Public Health confirmed two additional cases of COVID-19 in Calaveras County. The two cases are unrelated. The first case is an adult male from Valley Springs. The exposure to COVID-19 has been determined to be linked to a case already known by Calaveras Public Health. The second […]

Forest Service Issues Temporary Closure Order for South Shore Recreation Corridor

Forest Service Issues Temporary Closure Order for South Shore Recreation Corridor

South Lake Tahoe, CA…April 15, 2020 – In alignment with current federal, state and local guidance for social distancing and to ensure health and safety of its employees, visitors and volunteers, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) will temporarily close national forest recreation sites and areas in the South Shore Recreation Corridor effective April 13, […]

WHO Director-General Responds to President Trump in Opening Remarks at COVID-19 Media Briefing

WHO Director-General Responds to President Trump in Opening Remarks at COVID-19 Media Briefing

Geneva, Switzerland…Good morning, good afternoon and good evening, wherever you are. When the nations of the world met to form the United Nations in 1945, one of the first things they discussed was establishing an organization to protect and promote the health of the world’s people. They expressed that desire in the constitution of WHO, […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Provides Retreat Room for Staff in Stressful Times

Mark Twain Medical Center Provides Retreat Room for Staff in Stressful Times

San Andreas, CA – April 15, 2020 – A special retreat room has been created at Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) to help lift the burden of stress experienced by staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. “A handful of our team members created a place for staff to rest, relax and recharge during this difficult time,” […]

FDA Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update on Testing, Fraudulent Products & More…

FDA Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update on Testing, Fraudulent Products & More…

White Oak, MD…The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced the following actions taken in its ongoing response effort to the COVID-19 pandemic: The FDA and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued warning letters to three sellers of fraudulent COVID-19 products, as part of the agency’s effort to protect both people and pets. With these warning letters, […]

Cindy L. Thomas, DNP, FNP-C, joins Health Pavilion Primary Care Medical Office

Cindy L. Thomas, DNP, FNP-C, joins Health Pavilion Primary Care Medical Office

Sonora, CA…Board-certified family nurse practitioner Cindy L. Thomas, DNP, FNP-C, has joined the primary care team at Adventist Health Sonora’s Health Pavilion Primary Care Medical Office. With a strong focus on caring for those with chronic and acute conditions, Thomas sees patients with hypertension, obesity, asthma and more. She also provides primary care for adults […]

Governor Newsom Outlines Six Critical Indicators to Consider Before Modifying the Stay-at-Home Order and Other COVID-19 Interventions

Governor Newsom Outlines Six Critical Indicators to Consider Before Modifying the Stay-at-Home Order and Other COVID-19 Interventions

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today unveiled six key indicators that will guide California’s thinking for when and how to modify the stay-at-home and other orders during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Governor noted that the progress in flattening the curve, increased preparedness of our health care delivery system and the effects of other COVID-19 interventions have […]

Take a Spring Drive Down Moran Road with Sandi Pearce from Sierra Sentry

Take a Spring Drive Down Moran Road with Sandi Pearce from Sierra Sentry

Arnold, CA…Take a Spring Drive Down Moran Road with Sandi Pearce from Sierra Sentry Regularly Scheduled Services SierraSentry will visit your home per contract agreement and perform exterior and interior inspections of your property. We offer 1-4 visits per month or as needed. SierraSentry will inspect the overall condition of your home inside and out. […]

Plant a Covid 19 Victory Garden from Arnold Ace Home Center

Plant a Covid 19 Victory Garden from Arnold Ace Home Center

Arnold, CA…In this time of crisis, many American’s are turning to gardening as a way to provide for their families, teach their children and safely enjoy the outdoors. Arnold Ace has just received a shipment of vegetable seeds and starter supplies. We are open for essential purchases. Curbside pick-up or home delivery also available. 209 […]

California, Oregon & Washington Announce Western States Pact

California, Oregon & Washington Announce Western States Pact

Sacramento, CA…Today, California Governor Gavin Newsom, Oregon Governor Kate Brown and Washington Governor Jay Inslee announced an agreement on a shared vision for reopening their economies and controlling COVID-19 into the future. Joint statement from the Governors: COVID-19 has preyed upon our interconnectedness. In the coming weeks, the West Coast will flip the script on […]

Ninth Confirmed Case of COVID-19 in Calaveras County

Ninth Confirmed Case of COVID-19 in Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Public Health confirmed the county’s ninth case of COVID-19. The case is an older adult female from Valley Springs. Testing occurred outside of the county, which revealed a positive test result for COVID-19. The resident has kept self-isolated at home. The source of exposure to COVID-19 is currently under investigation by Calaveras […]

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening in San Andreas Give Your Dirt Some Love! (Open for Your Essential Equipment Needs)

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening in San Andreas  Give Your Dirt Some Love! (Open for Your Essential Equipment Needs)

San Andreas, CA…A-1 has been Serving Calaveras county, central California valley and surrounding areas since 2007. They offer full service repair and sales of tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, logsplitters, generators and rototillers. In addition, they provide sharpening service for chainsaws, mower blades and circular saw blades. They are located at 660 E. St. Charles St, […]

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 […]

Mark Twain Medical Center is Here For You 24/7

Mark Twain Medical Center is Here For You 24/7

San Andreas, CA…Dignity Health is offering additional resources to answer your questions and help you navigate challenges arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. In times of social distancing and sheltering in place, we remain committed to keeping you connected. We have introduced two new platforms that are accessible 24 hours a day from the comfort of […]

State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts for April 12th! 21,794 Infected, 651 Deaths

State Officials Announce Latest COVID-19 Facts for April 12th!  21,794 Infected, 651 Deaths

Sacramento, CA…The California Department of Public Health today announced the most recent statistics on COVID-19. California now has 21,794 confirmed cases and 651 deaths. Racial Demographics This initial information, representing 62 percent of COVID-19 cases and 84 percent of deaths, shows the race and ethnicity data is roughly in line with the diversity of California […]

The Easter Bunny Awaiting Your Drive By Visits at the Murphys Hotel

The Easter Bunny Awaiting Your Drive By Visits at the Murphys Hotel

Murphys, CA…The Easter Bunny just confirmed that He will be Hanging Out in Front of The Murphys Hotel Easter Sunday from 1030a-1230p… Please drive by and wave hi… Wanted to make sure to make as many children SMILE during this unsettling time… Adults too!!! 🙂 Hope to see you Sunday … Please share with your […]

5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Southeast of Bodie This Morning

5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Southeast of Bodie This Morning

Bodie, CA…Just after 7:30am this morning many in our area felt a bit of shaking adding some excitement to their Saturday Morning. According to the Maps below from the USGS this one was probably felt by many in our coverage area. M 5.3 – 30km SE of Bodie, CA 2020-04-11 14:36:37 (UTC)38.054°N 118.736°W10.2 km depth

Coronavirus (COVID-19) FDA Daily Roundup for April 10, 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) FDA Daily Roundup for April 10, 2020

White Oak, MD….The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced the following actions taken in its ongoing response effort to the COVID-19 pandemic: The FDA recently issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for a blood purification system to treat patients 18 years of age or older with confirmed COVID-19 admitted to the intensive care unit with confirmed or […]

Elliot is Your Calaveras County Animal Services Pet of the Week

Elliot is Your Calaveras County Animal Services Pet of the Week

San Andreas, CA…Meet Elliot, a super sweet, smoky-black colored adult with a plume-like tail. His medium length coat is amazing, sporting a smoke ruff with tufts of white throughout. Though we’re not quite sure of his age, Elliot’s teeth indicate he’s likely between 5 and 7 years old. A handsome boy with a low-key, reserved […]

State Parks Advises Californians to Stay Home and Save Lives on Easter Weekend

State Parks Advises Californians to Stay Home and Save Lives on Easter Weekend

Sacramento, CA…In preparation for one of the busiest weekends in spring, California State Parks is advising the public to stay home and save lives during the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead of visiting parks and beaches, the department encourages all Californians who celebrate Passover and Easter to do so safely at home or join loved ones virtually. […]

Cases Linked to the Grand Princess Cruise Ship, Not Diamond Princess Added to COVID-19 Count in Calaveras County

Cases Linked to the Grand Princess Cruise Ship, Not Diamond Princess Added to COVID-19 Count in Calaveras County

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Public Health reported yesterday that the three additional cases added to the COVID-19 count for Calaveras County were aboard the Diamond Princess cruise ship. This is incorrect. All three cases were pasengers on the Grand Princess cruise ship. On April 9, 2020, Calaveras Public Health confirmed three additional cases of novel coronavirus […]

Calaveras County Fair Junior Livestock Auction will be May 17th Online

Calaveras County Fair Junior Livestock Auction will be May 17th Online

Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)…2020 Market Animal Auction. What we know: The online auction will be May 17, 2020 at 9 a.m. The company will be Show Circuit on Line Sales. The Calaveras Cattlemen’s Association is sponsoring the additional Auction Company’s fees. Exhibitors will still be charged 6%. The Animals will be pen evaluated by the […]