Foothills Rising is Committed to Building Communities of Trust and Solidarity that are Safe and Inclusive for All of Our Students.

Foothills Rising is Committed to Building Communities of Trust and Solidarity that are Safe and Inclusive for All of Our Students.

Roseville, CA…Foothills Rising is committed to organizing for the common good and collaboratively, building communities of trust and solidarity. The safety of our children is a primary concern. When we send them to school, we expect them to be safe and well-cared-for. Recent events have drawn into question our once unshakeable trust in our schools […]

Calaveras Students Walk Out For Safer Schools Despite Disciplinary Action ~ Tricia Slavik

Calaveras Students Walk Out For Safer Schools Despite Disciplinary Action ~ Tricia Slavik

Angels Camp, CA…Seventy students walked out of Bret Harte Union High School for 17 minutes today to demand a safer school, despite being handed detentions following the walk-out. Although the number seems small, it represents about 15% of the student body. The effort was led by Devyn Pryor, Riley Lowell and Claudia Loomis – all […]

Bundle & Save With Calaveras Telephone

Bundle & Save With Calaveras Telephone

Copperopolis, CA…In 1895 James A. Tower was only 16 years old when, using barbed wire fencing, he strung the first telephone line for what was to become The Calaveras Telephone Company. As demands for the telephone service increased, the young Mr. Tower found it necessary to establish a central office in the small community of […]

Hey Good People!! The Snow Storm Door is Open…Come Up for “Pure Mtn Fun” ~ Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!  The Snow Storm Door is Open…Come Up for “Pure Mtn Fun” ~ Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! 9″ of new snow overnight and it looks to keep going over the next 4-5 days. The high for today should be right around 26F with a south wind from 10-18mph with gusts into the 20’s. Continued snowfall is expected today as colder air injects itself into the mix and […]

What’s Happening in Murphys this Week Through March 20, 2018

What’s Happening in Murphys this Week Through March 20, 2018

Murphys, CA…Try out the Saturday Hopper bus service running between Valley Springs and Arnold with stops in Murphys. Enjoy a day in Murphys and leave the driving to Calaveras Transit! Saturdays in Murphys – Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from […]

Hospital Foundation Purchases Vein Visualization Technology for Mark Twain Medical Center’s Cancer Center

Hospital Foundation Purchases Vein Visualization Technology for Mark Twain Medical Center’s Cancer Center

San Andreas, CA…Patients at Mark Twain’s Cancer Center are now benefiting from a new piece of technology reducing the likelihood for multiple venipunctures, otherwise known as a needle stick for blood draws or to insert intravenous therapy. The AccuVein, vein illuminator, was purchased by the hospital Foundation for use in the cancer center. “Often chemotherapy […]

Shake Your Shamrocks & Get Your Lucky Shirts at Murphys Motorcycle Company

Shake Your Shamrocks & Get Your Lucky Shirts at Murphys Motorcycle Company

Murphys, CA…It’s time to get your new lucky shirts at Murphys Motorcycle company. Great styles for men and women. Murphys Motorcycle Company has great motorcycle apparel with a vintage touch, unique gifts, jeans & more. Give them a call at 209-728-8223 and reserve your shirts today… The History of Murphys Motorcycle Company What began as […]

Fire & Brimstone Scam Calls Making The Rounds

Fire & Brimstone Scam Calls Making The Rounds

Sonora, CA…From the Tuolumne Sheriff’s Office…Our Communication Center has received multiple calls regarding yet another phone scam that seems to be targeting the elderly in our community. Many residents have been receiving calls this evening from (661)552-0555. A male voice says, “You will go to hell if you don’t belong to my church.” Some residents […]

Local Search & Rescue Teams Participate in Winter Survival Training

Local Search & Rescue Teams Participate in Winter Survival Training

Lake Alpine, CA…Members of our Calaveras County Search and Rescue Team participated in annual winter survival training around Lake Alpine this weekend. Our hardworking Deputies and Volunteers average around 120 hours of an extensive training regimen each year. They respond to a variety of search and rescue calls for lost or injured persons in off-road […]

Hey Good People! “Miracle March” Continues & Come Up For “Pure Mtn Fun” ~ Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!  “Miracle March” Continues & Come Up For “Pure Mtn Fun” ~ Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! Monday is here and you should be too! A sunny day is ahead with a high of 44F and a south wind from 6-10mph. Snow is slated for Tuesday with mixed precipitation during the day then turning to all snow Tuesday night. 10-16″ is slated for Tuesday night, 6-10″ during […]

Dear California Students, Parents & Faculty ~ Letter to the Editor by Dave & Melissa Wagner

Dear California Students, Parents & Faculty  ~ Letter to the Editor by Dave & Melissa Wagner

Arnold, CA…Your Governor has advertised to every mass shooter out there that California schools are now a soft target that will offer no armed resistance to a shooter going for a high body count. He has “outlawed” the right of licensed carry and responsible defensive firearm possession on school campuses (Penal Code 626.9-11). That means […]

Steve Jobs on Moving Mountains

Steve Jobs on Moving Mountains

“That’s been one of my mantras – focus and simplicity. Simple can be harder than complex: You have to work hard to get your thinking clean to make it simple. But it’s worth it in the end because once you get there, you can move mountains.” Steve Jobs

March Exhibit and Art Sale at The Wild Rose….Support & Shop Local

March Exhibit and Art Sale at The Wild Rose….Support & Shop Local

Jamestown, CA…We carry local artists works for sale. A great eclectic collection of gift ideas for you to choose from. The Wild Rose is a haven for artists to discover their potential through associations with their peers and mentors in a positive creative environment. The Wild Rose 18141 Main Street Jamestown, California (209) 288-2614

Luck of the Irish March Specials from Black Sheep Winery

Luck of the Irish March Specials from Black Sheep Winery

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 […]

MCT Opens 2018 with Joseph Kesselring’s Arsenic and Old Lace. Through March 25th

MCT Opens 2018 with Joseph Kesselring’s Arsenic and Old Lace. Through March 25th

Murphys, CA…Murphys Creek Theatre launches its new vibrant season with the deep dark comedy classic Arsenic and Old Lace, opening March 2nd and runs till the 25th. The play runs Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm, Sundays at 2pm. Written by Joseph Kesselring the play originated on Broadway in 1941, ran for four years, and a […]

Hey Good People!! Bear Valley Weather, Conditions Update & Grizzly Opens Saturday! ~By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!!  Bear Valley Weather, Conditions Update & Grizzly Opens Saturday! ~By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! As Friday morning unfolds cloud cover is in effect and the temp is currently 31F. Today a 20% chance of snow showers may occur after 10am this morning as the high reaches 38F. As the surface gradient tightens we will see increased winds with gusts into the low 20’s today. […]

School Safety and Violence Prevention in our Community Town Hall Meeting on March 22

School Safety and Violence Prevention in our Community Town Hall Meeting on March 22

San Andreas, CA…Town Hall Meeting to discuss school safety and violence prevention in response to the recent mass shootings across the country. The meeting will feature a panel of speakers from various backgrounds and perspectives to address these issues as it pertains to our local community of Calaveras County. The panel of speakers includes: Sheriff […]

The Sonora Celtic Faire 2018 is This Weekend March 9-11

The Sonora Celtic Faire 2018 is This Weekend March 9-11

Sonora, CA…Original & largest Celtic Faire returns to Sonora! Celebrating the cultures of Ireland, Scotland, Cornwall, Wales, and all Celtic Nations with the 28th Annual Sonora Celtic Faire located at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. Sonora- America’s original Celtic Faire, featured on National Geographic Television, returns to the Mother Lode Fairgrounds three days of never ending […]

First Lady Melania Trump to Present the 2018 International Women of Courage Award

First Lady Melania Trump to Present the 2018 International Women of Courage Award

Washington, DC…In honor of International Women’s Day 2018, today, the Office of the First Lady announces Mrs. Melania Trump’s participation in the 2018 International Women of Courage (IWOC) Celebration scheduled for Wednesday, March 21. Mrs. Trump will give remarks and present the International Women of Courage Award to an extraordinary group of women who have […]

Hey Good People! We Have Copious Amounts of “Pure Mtn Fun” During “Miracle March”! ~By Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!  We Have Copious Amounts of “Pure Mtn Fun” During “Miracle March”! ~By Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People! The current approaching system has slowed a bit and last nights snowfall potential has shifted to Friday. The high today looks to be around 39F with breezy conditions as a SW wind will range from 16-25mph with gusts as high as 38mph. Warmer temps are in the mix for the […]

Dyemusica at Bistro Espresso March 10th

Dyemusica at Bistro Espresso March 10th

Arnold, CA…Dyemusica is excited to be playing our favorite local venue in Arnold! Inside show, food, coffee and libations. Not even mentioning reggae/jams and dancing! The clock is ticking, there are only a few more DYEMUSICA shows before Kevin moves out of state, come down and celebrate 7 years of original music in the mother […]