Murphys, CA…The Annual Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner & Community Recognition Awards will be held at Ironstone Vineyards on February 1, 2019 with doors opening at 5:30pm. Tickets are on sale for $60 with many sponsor opportunities available. About Calaveras County About Calaveras Home/About Calaveras Life in Calaveras County is good. It is a privilege […]
San Andreas, CA…Join us for a day of fun to support arts in education! Please join us on March 17, 2019 for Ride & Walk4Art in the beautiful California foothills in West Calaveras County. Choose from 2 bicycle rides—25-miles or 45-miles—or an easy 4.5-mile walk skirting New Hogan Lake. Afterwards, the Tri-Dam lions will prepare […]
Sonora, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform one-way traffic control on northbound and southbound State Route 49/108 at the Woods Creek Bridge. This will help prepare the bridge for a project that will apply a polyester-concrete overlay this summer, creating a smooth ride and a smooth transition from the roadway to the bridge. […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Health Care District Seeking Finance Committee Member. The Mark Twain Health Care District (MTHCD) is a public agency that owns the buildings and grounds of the Mark Twain Medical Center; MTHCD leases the operations of the Medical Center to the Mark Twain Medical Center Corporation, which also operates the five rural […]
Murphys, CA…Independent Mercantile is having a huge moving sale this week through MLK holiday. Don’t miss it! It’s your opportunity to stock up on baby shower, birthday, anniversary or even next year’s Christmas gifts at 50% off the retail price! Independent Mercantile is currently located at 78 Scott St. We will be moving to 237A […]
Arnold, CA…Mother Nature took her toll on the power grid last night and over 7,000 are waking up without power this morning. There are several large block of outages in every county. Click Below for the ever changing details from PG&E.
Arnold, CA…Earlier this month there was a passing of the torch (electric torch) in Arnold as Troy Gravison & his wife Yesenia took over as the new owners of Pioneer Electric. It was a happy but emotional occasion for Tim Bennett as Pioneer Electric has been part of his life since founding it 35 years […]
Angels Camp, CA…Free Sandbags Available at the Angels Camp Police Department. In preparation for the predicted heavy rain and potential flooding, the City of Angels Camp has free sandbags available 24/7 at the Angels Camp Police Department. You will need to fill the bags yourself. Bags, sand, and a shovel are available for use. Angels […]
Arnold, CA…The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a Blizzard warning for our area. Carson, Ebbetts & Sonora Pass areas are forecast to receive the deepest layers of snow from these systems. Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Blizzard conditions expected above 6500 feet beginning Wednesday evening. Travel will be very difficult to impossible, […]
San Andreas, CA…It’s time for FOCSO’s Annual Crab/Pasta Feed Saturday, Jan 19th, 2019 at the San Andreas Town Hall 5pm. If you want to support the Calaveras Co. Sheriff’s Office and have a fun filled night with great prizes and tasty food this is it! If you would like to donate a raffle or auction […]
Sonora, CA…As the storm system continues in our region, Tuolumne County Office of Emergency Services and the roads division has opened four locations where sand will be available to residents. You will need to bring a shovel and your own bags. Tuolumne Road Yard – 18870 Birch Street • Jamestown Road Yard – 18188 7th […]
Basel, Switzerland…An innovative combination therapy can force malignant breast cancer cells to turn into fat cells. This can be used to prevent the formation of metastases in mice, as researchers at the University of Basel’s Department of Biomedicine recently reported in the journal Cancer Cell. Tumor cells can adapt dynamically to changing conditions thanks to […]
Sheep Ranch, CA…In Calaveras County we favor relaxed natural fibers and classic looks whether you are out for a morning stroll or trying to rise above the flock at work. This is a shot from our archives as we passed through Sheep Ranch at rush hour.
Angels Camp, CA…Jennifer Gabriel Goerlitz, January 21, 1963 – December 17, 2018. Jennifer was born in Sunnyvale and relocated with her family to Arnold in 1976. After attending Hazel Fischer Elementary and Bret Harte High School, she moved to San Luis Obispo where she earned a degree in Agricultural Business Management from Cal Poly University. […]
Angels Camp, CA…Bret Harte High School is accepting nominations for foremost and dedicated student athletes, coaches and friends of Bret Harte Athletics to honor in the Bret Harte Athletic Hall of Fame induction class of 2019. This special honor will recognize members of the Bret Harte family who have distinguished themselves as outstanding contributors to […]
Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! A crisp morning of clear skies and 22F starts the day ahead of the approaching storm system. Snow showers are expected today but looks to arrive late morning into early afternoon. Tonight we could see up to 4″ as the system starts kicking into high gear. The next 3 days […]
Bear Valley, CA…Daily Scoop: 1/13/19 7:30am – Mostly clear weather is forecast for today and with a chance of snow by Monday evening. Storm systems are expected through the midweek. Indian Rock, Granite Roller, Equipe and Headwater trails are now open! As of 12/1/18, Bear Valley Cross Country glided into a new ownership model. The […]
Murphys, CA…Planning is underway for the ever-popular Murphys Irish Day that will take place on St. Patrick’s Day eve, Saturday, March 16. Through the years, the event has grown to become one of the Mother Lode’s most successful festivals, attracting thousands of local residents and visitors. It is always staged on the third Saturday in […]
Bear Valley, CA…The Rasmussen Classic is the annual kick-off to the Far West-Central Sierra race series. Young racers from Dodge Ridge, Badger Pass, China Peak, and Bear Valley Resort come together honoring the rich racing history at Bear Valley. Yesterday you could hear the rhythmic clack, clack, clack as the young racers cross blocked the […]
Murphys, CA…Black Sheep Winery arrived in Murphys with the 1984 harvest. From that first harvest we produced our 1984 Amador Zinfandel. The wine was styled in a big, bold way like nobody else could do. That’s what makes us Black Sheep; we’re different from the rest of the flock. We feature small batches of limited […]
Arnold, CA…Peddlers Market is now open in Arnold’s Cedar Center. The owners Robert Tedore and Trisha Thompson a husband and wife team, have turned their love of collecting into a new venture. Their hand-painted furniture gets a new life as a unique statement with a rustic touch. Their eclectic point of view includes the hand […]
Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…The SNAC Family Thanks You for Shopping Locally! Back in the early 90’s, when Shawn was selling out of the back of his truck as “The Eddy Mart”, the most important items to have on hand were life jackets, river shorts, sandals and river knives. Oh yes, and a few things […]
Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! The Rasmussen Classic race is here this weekend so be sure to check out that event as the day looks to be mostly sunny with a high around 38F and East winds up to 10mph. Partly sunny skies for Sunday are also on tap before the snow kicks in later […]
Sonora, CA…Strengthen our community, encourage self-advocacy, and improve the lives of others. Make a difference in our community by connecting with those in need – touch their lives with your encouragement, support, strength, and talents. Volunteer with the Mother Lode Office of Catholic Charities. The Mother Lode Office of Catholic Charities manages numerous programs for […]
Angels Camp, CA…Team Angels 10th Annual CYSSA Clay Target Program – 25 Gun Raffle. There are still raffle tickets remaining for purchase to support the Team Angels Youth Clay Shooting Team. If you are in Calaveras County, we can deliver tickets to you.
Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)..The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee is excited to announce the headline concert for 2019 is Shooter Jennings. Shooter an amazing artist in his own right is the son of the legendary Waylon Jennings. The show will be Friday, May 17 at 8 p.m. The concert is free with price […]
San Andreas, CA…Valuable Health Care Resources to Help Shape Your Future. Free Hip & Knee Seminar: Joint Pain & Treatment Options Attend a free seminar and get your questions answered. Orthopaedic Surgeon Roger Rogalski will discuss: • The latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options • How new technology results in better outcomes and shorter hospital […]
Former Arnold resident, owner of Arnold Welding, and U.S. Army veteran, Vernon Lee “Archie” Lowry, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2019 in Auburn, California. Archie was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 37 years, Clara Boyce Lowry. Archie is survived by his wife Pat Grigsby, children Barbara Ann Perry (Mark), Mary Marguarite […]