Twisted Folk Concert Series Presents Front Country Saturday, June 24th, 2017

Twisted Folk Concert Series Presents Front Country Saturday, June 24th, 2017

Vallecito, CA…Twisted Oak Winery is pleased to announce the next concert of our 2017 Twisted Folk Concert Series – Front Country. “What can you say about a band who says their influences include ‘Bill Monroe, Paul Simon, Prince, and King Crimson?’” said winery owner Jeff Stai. “This is a band that isn’t afraid to bring […]

Bear Valley’s New Glamping, Adventure Club and Electric Mountain Bike Options Round Out Full Roster of 2017 Summer Activities

Bear Valley’s New Glamping, Adventure Club and Electric Mountain Bike Options Round Out Full Roster of 2017 Summer Activities

Bear Valley, CA…Bear Valley, Calif., June 12, 2017 – Bear Valley fun continues this summer with a host of lodging and Adventure Park packages for the entire family along with a range of activities including “Glamping” options, an Adventure Park, swimming, hiking, biking, kayaking, a kid’s club, archery, outdoor movies, live music and much more. […]

Six Local Students Awarded Career & Technical Training (C&TT) Scholarships for 2017

Six Local Students Awarded Career & Technical Training (C&TT) Scholarships for 2017

Angels Camp, CA…Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) awarded Career and Technical Training scholarships to a total of six high school students during recent award night events. Four Calaveras High School students, one Bret Harte High student and one student from Mountain Oaks will each receive $1,500. Calaveras High School student Jayda Hufana, of Valley Springs, is […]

Artist Reception at Hovey Tasting Room Featuring Artist Dave Christian

Artist Reception at Hovey Tasting Room Featuring Artist Dave Christian

Artist Reception at Hovey Tasting Room – Hovey Winery is excited to welcome Calaveras County native Dave Christian to the Hovey Tasting Room in June and July. Dave’s prints share his love of nature, travel, geography, and history. Dave creates travel prints with a nostalgic feel of iconic places here in the foothills and beyond. […]

Access to Emergency Air Ambulance Service at Risk

Access to Emergency Air Ambulance Service at Risk

Sacramento, CA…Today, members of California’s network of emergency air medical providers are assessing how dramatically their ability to care for patients will be impacted if one of their primary sources of funding is not renewed by the California Legislature. The Emergency Medical Air Transportation Act (EMATA) was established in 2010 to specifically fund emergency air […]

Murphys Senior Center Receives CCF Grant

Murphys Senior Center Receives CCF Grant

Murphys, CA…The Murphys Senior Center received a spring donation from the Calaveras County Foundation (CCF). The funds will be used for the weekly Lunch and Learn Program. The Murphys Senior Center provides free classes, education and social events to 350 participants monthly. MSC also provides emergency food through their Food Pantry. The Murphys Senior Center […]

Sickness Unto Death Part V: Why Rural America is So Sick ~ By John MacWillie, Ph.D.

Sickness Unto Death Part V: Why Rural America is So Sick ~ By John MacWillie, Ph.D.

Murphys, CA…The health of rural Americans is worse than those who live in cities, in part because rural health care systems are collapsing. This is a problem that has been long in the making. America shifted from a predominantly rural population to one that was more urban in 1920. This pattern continues today. In 1990, […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Announces Availability of Community Grant Funding

Mark Twain Medical Center Announces Availability of Community Grant Funding

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center, (MTMC) through its affiliation with Dignity Health, has announced the opening of the 2017 Dignity Health Community Grants Program. Each grant program candidate must submit a letter of intent by the June 30th deadline in order to be considered. Applicants must be a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization or have […]

The 2017 Calaveras High Graduation Photos & Full Video

The 2017 Calaveras High Graduation Photos & Full Video

San Andreas, CA…Congratulations to the Calaveras High School Class of 2017. 200 of our area’s best and brightest marched across the stage and received their diplomas last night in San Andreas. Below we have some highlight photos and full video in HD of the entire ceremony. When you click on most photos they will take […]

Arnold Rim Trail June Activities, Please Mark Your Calendars Now!

Arnold Rim Trail June Activities, Please Mark Your Calendars Now!

Arnold, CA…Dear Trail Cyclists, Equestrians, Hikers, and Runners,  The Arnold Rim Trail is a non-motorized trail system designed for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. ART connects the many wonders of public lands along the Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway stretch of Hwy 4 to its communities, creating a high level of access for its residents and visitors. […]

Calaveras Uncorked Wine Education Night with Steve Millier

Calaveras Uncorked Wine Education Night with Steve Millier

Murphys, CA…On June 8th, esteemed winemaker Steve Millier, winemaker for Ironstone Vineyards, Milliaire Winery and Black Sheep Winery will be pouring and showcasing an Ironstone Vineyards portfolio of wines and Lodi counterparts while discussing their sustainable winemaking and viticulture practices. Come learn and taste Ironstone’s Gold Medal Winners including their “Best in Show” Double Gold […]

Chapel in the Pines Invites Children to Maker Fun Factory VBS: Created by God, Built for a Purpose.

Chapel in the Pines Invites Children to Maker Fun Factory VBS: Created by God, Built for a Purpose.

Arnold, CA – A summer kids’ event called Maker Fun Factory VBS will be hosted at Chapel in the Pines from June 12 to June 16. At Maker Fun Factory, kids discover that God made them—and for a purpose! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and devour yummy […]

Elder Empowerment Conference On June 14th At Black Oak

Elder Empowerment Conference On June 14th At Black Oak

Sonora, CA…You are invited to attend the Elder Empowerment Conference scheduled for Wednesday, June 14th from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at The Hotel & Conference Center at Black Oak Casino Resort. This information filled free event will feature Dr. Patrick Arbore, founder and director of the Center for Elderly Suicide Prevention and Grief Related […]

Sonora Regional Medical Center Earns Gold Seal From the American College of Radiology

Sonora Regional Medical Center Earns Gold Seal From the American College of Radiology

Sonora, CA…The Center for Breast Health at Sonora Regional Medical Center has been awarded a gold seal and three-year term of accreditation in mammography after a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The mammography program at Sonora Regional Medical Center has earned the gold seal of accreditation for more than a decade. […]

Dr. Mike Kifune Returns to Practice Medicine in Arnold

Dr. Mike Kifune Returns to Practice Medicine in Arnold

San Andreas, CA June 6, 2017 –Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Mike Kifune to their Arnold Family Medical Center. “I am grateful to be returning to practice in the Arnold community,’ commented Dr. Kifune, “I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Dr. Nadler for his […]

Win A Trip To Fiji At “THE PARTY” Mentoring Fundraiser Set for Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Dove Hill Ranch in Angels Camp

Win A Trip To Fiji At “THE PARTY” Mentoring Fundraiser Set for Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Dove Hill Ranch in Angels Camp

Angels Camp, CA…Imagine experiencing a guided O.A.R.S. adventure down a river framed by 150-foot shear canyon walls and countless waterfalls in the lush Fijian Highlands. Now imagine you are lucky enough to win this trip just by purchasing a $100 key to the Treasure Chest at THE PARTY to support the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program! […]

Ironstone Concert Series Starts With A Bang With Toby Keith On Friday, Boston & Joan Jett On Saturday!!

Ironstone Concert Series Starts With A Bang With Toby Keith On Friday, Boston & Joan Jett On Saturday!!

Murphys, CA…Ladies & Gents, Boys & Girls…we have heard from many in the community wanting to know when Ironstone was returning to a full, wall to wall summer schedule? Well that time is now! With 11 shows on tap from some of the largest names in the music business this year should be epic. These […]

The 2017 Bret Harte High School Graduation Photos & Video

The 2017 Bret Harte High School Graduation Photos & Video

Angels Camp, CA…It was another great group of now young men and women that received their diplomas last Friday night. One of the things that always impresses us about our local schools is the commitment to the kids and our communities that the staff of our schools displays. There is invariably one or two students […]

Sickness Unto Death Part IV: Dollars and Sense – In Sickness and Health ~ By John MacWillie, Ph.D.

Sickness Unto Death Part IV: Dollars and Sense – In Sickness and Health ~ By John MacWillie, Ph.D.

Murphys, CA…We pay more for our health care — in some cases, twice as much as countries like France. Is it worth it? There can be no argument, however you want to analyze health care delivery and the value of outcomes, the American health care system is significantly more expensive than any other comparable system […]

The 28th Annual Chicken in a Barrel

The 28th Annual Chicken in a Barrel

Murphys, CA…Today is the day!!! Michelson Elementary’s 28th annual Chicken in the Barrel! 12-5pm Murphys Park. Fun for the whole family! Don’t miss it!!!We are getting so excited for this Saturday from 12-5. Can’t wait to see you there!! This Fun Family event in the Murphys Community Park benefits the Michelson Elementary Parent’s Club! Saturday, […]

Avery Hawks Soar Onto Next Level In Their Education Career!

Avery Hawks Soar Onto Next Level In Their Education Career!

Avery, CA…Last evening Avery Middle School held the graduation ceremony for the graduating 8th grade class. In the picturesque mountain setting with trees as their backdrop the graduates moved forward in their education path. The Class of 2017 is another great class of students from the Gold Ribbon Winning School. Congratulations Graduates. Clicking on the […]

Nurses Association Applauds Senate Vote For Single Payer Healthcare

Nurses Association Applauds Senate Vote For Single Payer Healthcare

Sacramento, CA…With a critical vote from the California State Senate today, the universal healthcare train is moving forward in California. On a 23 to 14 vote, the California Senate put their stamp of approval on SB 562, a Medicare for all-type/single payer bill that would bring the dream of guaranteeing health care to all Californians […]

Ebbetts Pass Lumber Has Top Soil For Your Projects Large & Small

Ebbetts Pass Lumber Has Top Soil For Your Projects Large & Small

Arnold, CA…Ebbetts Pass Lumber Has Top Soil For All Your Projects Large & Small! Whether you need one 2”x4” or a whole-house lumber package, our 4 1/2 acre lumber yard offers high quality building materials at competitive prices. Here are some of the products and brands that we offer: Composite decking by Fiberon and Timbertech […]

Pediatricians Who Not Only Help Kids Feel Better. They Help Keep Them Well At MTMC.

Pediatricians Who Not Only Help Kids Feel Better.  They Help Keep Them Well At MTMC.

San Andreas, CA…There’s nothing more important than your child’s health. That’s why our pediatricians don’t just treat an illness – they treat the whole patient. And they emphasize prevention, so that your child can spend more time enjoying childhood. Dr. Athena Taylan and Dr. John Anderson provide outstanding pediatric services to our community’s youngest residents. […]