PG&E Outage Number Updates as of 2 p.m Thursday. Calaveras 2,049, Amador 413 & Tuolumne 327

PG&E Outage Number Updates as of 2 p.m Thursday.  Calaveras 2,049, Amador 413 & Tuolumne 327

Arnold, CA…The latest from PG&E….”More than 165 crews working to keep restoring customers in the Sierra Foothills. Many should be back in service by tomorrow. In some areas extensive damage will result in still longer outages. We know that some customers have been without power for some time. We understand the hardship of this situation […]

COVID-19 Guidance For Calaveras County Business Sectors

COVID-19 Guidance For Calaveras County Business Sectors

San Andreas, CA…Following Governor Newsom’s recently released guidance, Calaveras Public Health has updated their COVID-19 webpage and includes a “Businesses tab” that will be updated as the situation changes. The website now includes information about business closures, social distancing, etc. Below are the guidance measures for certain business sectors and resources to assist businesses and […]

Scott Nanik, Superintendent of Schools at Calaveras County Office of Education speaking regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Scott Nanik, Superintendent of Schools at Calaveras County Office of Education speaking regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Angels Camp, CA…Scott Nanik, Superintendent of Schools at Calaveras County Office of Education speaking regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19).  Coronavirus Information & Resources.  From the desk of Calaveras County Superintendent of Schools Scott Nanik:  We continue to be in uncharted territory. Yesterday I was on Facebook LIVE for Calaveras County OES. You can find it at […]

Bear Valley Resort Pulls Plug on Remainder of Season Due to COVID-19

Bear Valley Resort Pulls Plug on Remainder of Season Due to COVID-19

Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley Resort Closure, March 18th, 2020. Dear Valued Bear Valley Resort Guests and Team Members, After careful consideration and recommendations provided by the United States government and public health officials in regard to the spread of COVID-19, we have made the difficult decision to suspend all operations until further notice, effective immediately. […]

150 PG&E Crews Working in Sierra to Restore Power After Latest Storms.

150 PG&E Crews Working in Sierra to Restore Power After Latest Storms.

Sacramento, CA…The latest numbers from PG&E…”More than 150 crews are working to get the lights back on. Numbers below as of 2 p.m. Crews continuing to find significant damage to equipment and down trees causing access issues. Working through it all to restore as many customers as possible by the end of the day.”   […]

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening in San Andreas Give Your Dirt Some Love!

Kioti Tractors & Off Road Vehicles from A1 Sharpening in San Andreas  Give Your Dirt Some Love!

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, […]

Now is the Perfect Time for Those Home Improvement Projects

Now is the Perfect Time for Those Home Improvement Projects

Arnold, CA…Now is the Perfect Time for Those Home Improvement Projects! Below are the March Red Hot Buys at your local Arnold Ace Home Center. Arnold Ace Home Center is now offering free next day delivery to their customers from Murphys to Dorrington. Next day orders over $50 are free, same day and small orders […]

Practice Your Social Distancing with a View on the Trails at Bear Valley Adventure Company!

Practice Your Social Distancing with a View on the Trails at Bear Valley Adventure Company!

Bear Valley, CA…The Bear Valley Adventure Company (BVAC) is working to stay open during the circumstances regarding COVID-19. As a provider of an outdoor, spacious activity, BVAC will keep groomed trails and tubing open. Sledding will reopen as the snow allows. Après-Ski at the Meadow Cafe on Thursday-Saturday from 3:30-6:30pm will be suspended until further […]

California State Parks Temporarily Closes All Campgrounds in the State Park System

California State Parks Temporarily Closes All Campgrounds in the State Park System

Sacramento, CA…California State Parks announced today the temporary closure of all campgrounds in the state park system to support state and local efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). As of today, non-campground outdoor areas of parks, including trails and beaches, remain open. Visitors are reminded to practice social distancing and maintain at least […]

COVID-19 Recommendations and Resources

COVID-19 Recommendations and Resources

San Andreas, CA…On March 15, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom asked for the closure of bars, wineries, nightclubs, and brewpubs. Restaurants should be closed for in-restaurant seated dining and should be open only to drive-through or other pick-up/delivery options. For more information on food and beverage venue recommendations visit https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/NR20-024.aspx. Governor Newsom also strongly urged […]

Meals for Michelson, Avery Middle School, and Hazel Fischer Students

Meals for Michelson, Avery Middle School, and Hazel Fischer Students

Avery, CA…Meals for Michelson, Avery Middle School, and Hazel Fischer students: MEAL PROGRAM: We understand that many of our students rely on the food program. In order to continue to provide breakfast and lunch meal service, parents/guardians whose students are on the free and reduced program at ANY DISTRICT SITE can receive food items by […]

NIH Clinical Trial of Potential Vaccine for COVID-19 Begins. Study Enrolling Seattle-Based Volunteers

NIH Clinical Trial of Potential Vaccine for COVID-19 Begins.  Study Enrolling Seattle-Based Volunteers

Seattle, WA…A Phase 1 clinical trial evaluating an investigational vaccine designed to protect against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has begun at Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute (KPWHRI) in Seattle. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, is funding the trial. KPWHRI is part of NIAID’s Infectious Diseases […]

Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians Announces Temporary Closure of Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort, Beginning Wednesday, March 18

Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians Announces Temporary Closure of Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort, Beginning Wednesday, March 18

Jackson, CA…After careful consideration amid ongoing concerns of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Jackson Rancheria Band of Miwuk Indians today announced the temporary closure of Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort beginning Wednesday, March 18 at 8 a.m. for two weeks until Wednesday, April 1. During this temporary closure, all team members will be compensated, and their benefits […]

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Response Update During COVID-19 Outbreak

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Response Update During COVID-19 Outbreak

San Andreas, CA..Out of an abundance of caution, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), working in conjunction with local law enforcement agencies, is implementing new procedures in response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. The purpose is to ensure the health and safety of our community as public safety is our number one priority. The Calaveras […]

Newsome Harlow Offering Enhanced Pick Up, Delivery & Shipping Options!

Newsome Harlow Offering Enhanced Pick Up, Delivery & Shipping Options!

Murphys, CA…Hello Dear Club Members, Friends and Family, You may be aware that yesterday California Governor Gavin Newsom called for the closure of all bars, nightclubs, wineries and brewpubs. While he stopped short of mandating these closures, he added that they would utilize Executive Orders to mandate and enforce these closures should the requests be […]

Calaveras Unified Food & Nutrition Services Guidelines During Shutdown

Calaveras Unified Food & Nutrition Services Guidelines During Shutdown

San Andreas, CA…Dear Parents/Guardians, The Calaveras Unified School District (CUSD) Food & Nutrition Services (FNS) program will provide an opportunity for families to drive though and pick up meals for the children in their family at a number of school sites during the school closures. CHILDREN MUST BE PRESENT IN ORDER FOR MEALS TO BE […]

Dr. Dean Kelaita Recommends All Calaveras County Schools Close Until April 6th

Dr. Dean Kelaita Recommends All Calaveras County Schools Close Until April 6th

San Andreas, CA…The safety and wellness of students, families, and school personnel are the highest priorities of all Calaveras County schools and districts. To support widespread community efforts to slow the rate of transmission of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and the potential impact to the community, Calaveras County school officials in coordination with Calaveras Public Health, […]

CDC Recommends Mass Gatherings or Large Community Events of 50 or More Be Canceled

CDC Recommends Mass Gatherings or Large Community Events of 50 or More Be Canceled

Atlanta, GA…Guidance as of 3/15/2020, Large events and mass gatherings can contribute to the spread of COVID-19 in the United States via travelers who attend these events and introduce the virus to new communities. Examples of large events and mass gatherings include conferences, festivals, parades, concerts, sporting events, weddings, and other types of assemblies. These […]

National Day of Prayer for all Americans Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic and for our National Response Efforts

National Day of Prayer for all Americans Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic and for our National Response Efforts

Washington, DC…In our times of greatest need, Americans have always turned to prayer to help guide us through trials and periods of uncertainty. As we continue to face the unique challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, millions of Americans are unable to gather in their churches, temples, synagogues, mosques, and other houses of worship. But […]

Enjoy A Unique Mountain Dining Experience at The Meadow Cafe

Enjoy A Unique Mountain Dining Experience at The Meadow Cafe

Bear Valley, CA…In the winter we open the Meadow Cafe located 350 yards from the trailhead. Skiers, snowshoers, and pedestrians access the cafe on groomed trails and enjoy “alpine cuisine” on the deck or cozy indoor seating. New for the 2019/2020 winter season, a special Après-Ski menu is served Thursday through Saturday from 3:30-6:30pm. This […]

Hey Good People!! Get Some Social Distancing, Fresh Powder & “Pure Mtn Fun!!

Hey Good People!!  Get Some Social Distancing, Fresh Powder & “Pure Mtn Fun!!

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! Is everyone ready for some epic pow riding this weekend and into next week? Snow is currently falling as we’ve picked up 1″ so far ahead of the copious amounts that look to be on the way. 8-12″ is possible today with a high of 32F and winds out of […]

A Bit of Wisdom from Franklin Delano Roosevelt

A Bit of Wisdom from Franklin Delano Roosevelt

“The only sure bulwark of continuing liberty is a government strong enough to protect the interests of the people, and a people strong enough and well enough informed to maintain its sovereign control over the government.” Franklin D. Roosevelt