A Bit of Wisdom from Poor Richard

A Bit of Wisdom from Poor Richard

“The World is full of fools and faint hearts; and yet every one has courage enough to bear the misfortunes, and wisdom enough to manage the Affairs of his neighbor.” ― Benjamin Franklin, Poor Richard’s Almanack

Stanislaus National Forest Urges Hunters to be Fire Safe During Hunting Season

Stanislaus National Forest Urges Hunters to be Fire Safe During Hunting Season

Sonora, CA…Hunting season begins in Tuolumne and Mariposa counties on Sept. 16 and in Calaveras County on Sept. 23, and Forest officials urge hunters to plan for fire safety. “Stanislaus National Forest is experiencing frequent lightning storms, which increase the potential of fire activity,” said Scott Tangenberg, acting Forest Supervisor. “We want hunters to not […]

Moon Bash Demolition Derby Coming to Calaveras County Family Fun and Hard-Hitting Action will be a Favorite

Moon Bash Demolition Derby Coming to Calaveras County Family Fun and Hard-Hitting Action will be a Favorite

Angels Camp, CA…Get ready to watch the mud fly and see metal crunch at Moondog’s Moon Bash Demolition Derby September 30th at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds in Angels Camp. “This is going to be hard-hitting action the whole family will love,” said Jeremy Leonard, owner of Whiskey Slide Productions, LLC, in Angels Camp. Leonard has […]

Bret Harte Homecoming Week Activities Through September – 15th

Bret Harte Homecoming Week Activities Through September – 15th

Angels Camp, CA….Below is the full schedule of Homecoming Week Activities at Bret Harte High School Bret Harte Homecoming Date: September 11th – 15th THEME: Under Where??? Monday: Dress-Up Day: ● Under the Weather. Students will come to school in their pajamas. Lunch Time Activity: ● Find the gum in the pie. Tuesday: Dress-Up Day: […]

Median Household Income Climbs to New Record of $59,039 According to Census Bureau

Median Household Income Climbs to New Record of $59,039 According to Census Bureau

Washington, DC…The U.S. Census Bureau announced today that real median household income increased by 3.2 percent between 2015 and 2016, while the official poverty rate decreased 0.8 percentage points. At the same time, the percentage of people without health insurance coverage decreased. Median household income in the United States in 2016 was $59,039, an increase […]

Are You Ready? Emergency Preparedness Fair is September 23rd!

Are You Ready?  Emergency Preparedness Fair is September 23rd!

Murphys, CA…Everyone is at risk of natural and manmade disasters such as earthquakes, fires and outbreaks of disease. Preparing for a major disaster increases your chance of survival and minimizes the impact to your health. This is a FREE event to help residents prepare for natural and manmade disasters. Local businesses and agencies will provide […]

Seasons Are Changing At Mind Matters ~ By Trudy Lackey

Seasons Are Changing At Mind Matters ~ By Trudy Lackey

Murphys, CA…Here we are again talking about change. The seasons are changing. Our schedules with the more relaxed days of summer are back to the tighter routines for school and the fall season. The changes of fall are, at least, somewhat predictable. Still, change affects each of us in different ways. Some welcome it and […]

Ebbetts Pass Youth Soccer League Needs Your Help

Ebbetts Pass Youth Soccer League Needs Your Help

Murphys, CA…Founded in 1982 by a host of ambitious local volunteer parents, the Ebbetts Pass Youth Soccer League is once again at a crossroads. While the League’s Bylaws call for up to 13 Board members, the current Board of Directors consists of only six tireless parent volunteers who have been involved with the administration of […]

First Pinecrest American Sign Language Event set for Sept. 16

First Pinecrest American Sign Language Event set for Sept. 16

The Stanislaus National Forest is hosting its first Sign Language Extravaganza Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pinecrest Lake on the Summit Ranger District. Family fun and activities are planned for all participants, whether you are deaf, hearing impaired, or a hearing individual. Visitors will enjoy a Forest Service presentation in spoken […]

Reconstruction Begins for Pinecrest Day Use Area Parking and Roads

Reconstruction Begins for Pinecrest Day Use Area Parking and Roads

Pinecrest, CA…A Forest Service contractor began reconstructing the Pinecrest Day Use Area parking area and roadways today. Contractor KW Emerson of San Andreas, California, will reconstruct Lot 2, the parking area adjacent to the Pinecrest Lake Resort snack shack in this first phase of the project. “This is a multi-season project,” said Tim Hughes, Stanislaus […]

Why Mark Twain Medical Center Plays Such A Vital Role in Calaveras County ~ Op-Ed by Bob Middleton

Why Mark Twain Medical Center Plays Such A Vital Role in Calaveras County ~ Op-Ed by Bob Middleton

Angels Camp, CA…Having just observed another Labor Day, I’ve been reflecting on the history of businesses like our family’s, Middleton’s Furniture and Appliances, and what I’ve learned about the importance of taking care of our customers and our employees. More than that, I’ve been thinking about how critical it is to the economic well-being of […]

The Breezin & Breathless Tour with George Benson & Kenny G Tonight to Close Out a GREAT Concert Season

The Breezin & Breathless Tour with George Benson & Kenny G Tonight to Close Out a GREAT Concert Season

Murphys, CA…BREEZIN & BREATHLESS TOUR Celebrating the 40th anniversary of George Benson’s BREEZIN’ and the 25th anniversary of Kenny G’s BREATHLESS, each artist’s set will feature classic album cuts and greatest hits, as well as songs they will both perform together during the evening. Collectively they have sold over 125 million albums, won 11 Grammys, […]

C.A.S.T for Kids is September 9th

C.A.S.T for Kids is September 9th

Tuttletown, CA…New Melones is holding it’s annual Cast Event on September 9th. This event is a great opportunity for kids up to high school level that are disadvantaged or otherwise unable to go fishing. New Melones with have free fishing poles and tackle for the kids. Boat rides, games and lunch will also be provided. […]

Magnitude 8.1 Earthquake Strikes 87 Kilometers Southwest of Pijijiapan, Mexico

Magnitude 8.1 Earthquake Strikes 87 Kilometers Southwest of Pijijiapan, Mexico

Pijijiapan, Mexico…The Quake was felt as far away a Mexico City but no major damage has been reported there. The quake struck offshore in an area that has smaller towns and villages. From the USGS…”Overall, the population in this region resides in structures that are a mix of vulnerable and earthquake resistant construction. The predominant […]

Achieving High Marks for Calaveras Patients at Mark Twain Medical Center ~ By Dr. Lonnie Smith, Chief Medical Officer & Katherine McCoy, Chief Nurse Executive

Achieving High Marks for Calaveras Patients at Mark Twain Medical Center ~ By Dr. Lonnie Smith, Chief Medical Officer & Katherine McCoy, Chief Nurse Executive

San Andreas, CA…Small but mighty. That’s how we describe our dedicated team of caregivers who strive seven days a week, 365 days a year, to deliver expert medical attention, along with a healthy dose of compassion, to our patients at Mark Twain Medical Center. Making sure our patients not only receive immediate expert attention, but […]

Register Now for the 4th Annual Angels Camp Gold Run on September 24th

Register Now for the 4th Annual Angels Camp Gold Run on September 24th

Angels Camp, CA…Register Now for the 4th Annual Angels Camp Gold Run on September 24th. A 5K/10k with a 1 Mile kids Fun Run. Route travels through the historic Gold country town of Angels Camp CA. Proceeds benefit Mark Twain Elementary. Enjoy the Sierra Foothills on a 5k/10k race through the historic town of Angels […]

Max Headroom Will Have Your Rocking Like The 80s on September 9 at Copperopolis Town Square

Max Headroom Will Have Your Rocking Like The 80s on September 9 at Copperopolis Town Square

Copperopolis, CA…We are so EXCITED here at The Square!! Get ready for more from the Setember Concert Series at Copperopolis Town Square. Max Headroom will be performing rock hits from the 80’s that will make you wish it was the 1980s again. Don’t forget your blankets and chairs and oh yeah your DANCING shoes for […]

State of Law Enforcement in Calaveras Co Hosted by FOCSO

State of Law Enforcement in Calaveras Co Hosted by FOCSO

San Andreas, CA…Please join Sheriff Rick DiBasilio at FOCSO’s annual dinner for a briefing on the State of Law Enforcement in Calaveras County. The briefing will include present and future objectives for the department as well as FOCSO goals. Ask questions, have dinner and dessert, and network with your Sheriff and your community. $35 includes […]

What’s Happening in Murphys this Week – Through September 15, 2017

What’s Happening in Murphys this Week – Through September 15, 2017

Murphys, CA…Try out the Saturday Hopper bus service running between Valley Springs and Arnold with stops in Murphys! Saturdays in Murphys – Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Murphys are available at no charge (donations gratefully accepted) on Saturday mornings at 10am leaving from the Old Timers Museum. Please contact Jo Sanders at 209-728-3072 to confirm […]