Is it Time to Revisit O’Connor v. Donaldson the Supreme Court Decision That Effectively Ended Mental Hospitals

Is it Time to Revisit O’Connor v. Donaldson the Supreme Court Decision That Effectively Ended Mental Hospitals

Washington, DC…In wake of the Florida school shooting that was allegedly committed by a young man that many people knew ahead of time had some very disturbing tendencies is it time to revisit how we treat the mentally ill or potentially mentally ill?  The Florida School Shooting, Texas Church Massacre, Sandy Hook and many more […]

New Blood Test Aids in Evaluating Concussion in Adults

New Blood Test Aids in Evaluating Concussion in Adults

Washington, DC…The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today permitted marketing of the first blood test to evaluate mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), commonly referred to as concussion, in adults. The FDA reviewed and authorized for marketing the Banyan Brain Trauma Indicator in fewer than 6 months as part of its Breakthrough Devices Program. Most patients with […]

Meet Dr. Singhal. An Expert in Cancer. And kindness.

Meet Dr. Singhal. An Expert in Cancer. And kindness.

San Andreas, CA…Meet Dr. Singhal. An expert in cancer. And kindness. Dr. Shiva Singhal is our Cancer Center’s Medical Director, specializing in medical oncology and hematology. She’s also an expert in the type of treatment everyone wants to receive: humankindness. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Singhal, call the Mark Twain Cancer Center in San […]

What To Do If You Get the Flu? ~ Pharmacist Patrick Crosby of Meadowmont, Twain Harte & Groveland Pharmacies

What To Do If You Get the Flu?  ~ Pharmacist Patrick Crosby of Meadowmont, Twain Harte & Groveland Pharmacies

Arnold, Twain Harte & Groveland, CA…What To Do If You Get the Flu? I’m guessing that the flu isn’t on your top-10 wish list, right? But just in case you get sick this flu season, here’s a list of 10 things you can do to help ease your symptoms—and to stop the flu in its […]

Is The Cannabis Ban Kind? ~ Al Segalla

Is The Cannabis Ban Kind? ~ Al Segalla

Copperopolis, CA…Recently the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution supporting Kindness Week. This is a good thing. However, at a previous meeting, they passed a ban on commercial cannabis farming. Also, they stopped the proposal to let the public express their opinion. To me, although I don’t like cannabis, it seems that threatening […]

Calaveras County Cannabis Cultivation Ban Implementation

Calaveras County Cannabis Cultivation Ban Implementation

San Andreas, CA…The implementation of the commercial cannabis cultivation ban adopted by the Board of Supervisors in January 2018 is set to begin on Friday, March 9, 2018. The ordinance, which bans all commercial cannabis cultivation and limits and regulates personal cultivation of up to six plants (per State law), was posted in the paper […]

President Trump on the Shooting in Parkland, Florida

President Trump on the Shooting in Parkland, Florida

Washington, DC…THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans, today I speak to a nation in grief. Yesterday, a school filled with innocent children and caring teachers became the scene of terrible violence, hatred, and evil. Around 2:30 yesterday afternoon, police responded to reports of gunfire at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida — a great […]

Arnold Native Serves Aboard Navy Warship in San Diego

Arnold Native Serves Aboard Navy Warship in San Diego

San Diego, CA…An Arnold, California native and 2015 Bret Harte High School graduate is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard USS John Finn. Petty Officer 3rd Class Haley Stanfill is a culinary specialist aboard the guided-missile destroyer operating out of San Diego. A Navy culinary specialist is responsible for keeping the morale of the ship […]

Hey Good People! President’s Weekend of “Pure Mtn Fun” on the Way!! ~ Mattly Trent

Hey Good People!  President’s Weekend of  “Pure Mtn Fun” on the Way!! ~ Mattly Trent

Bear Valley, CA…Hey Good People!. Clear skies and cool temps are giving us great conditions for snow making! Today the high should reach 37F with ENE winds from 11-17mph with some possible gusts into the mid 20’s. It looks like beautiful sunny weather will be on tap through Saturday then we’ll see the next wave […]

Be Ready for Winter & Thank You for Shopping & Renting Locally at SNAC!

Be Ready for Winter & Thank You for Shopping & Renting Locally at SNAC!

Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA…Ever since we opened our first store in Downtown Sonora, our goal has been the same. To provide our customers with high quality, innovative outdoor products, priced so you can spend more time using your gear than paying for it. At SNAC, you’ll find affordable clothing and gear to outfit yourself […]

Rasmussen Classic Features Central Sierra’s Top Junior Racers for Slalom

Rasmussen Classic Features Central Sierra’s Top Junior Racers for Slalom

Bear Valley, CA…On Feb. 10-11 the Bear Valley Snowsports Education Foundation (BVSEF) held the first Far West Central Sierra Series race of the season at Bear Valley Mountain last weekend. Racers ages seven to sixteen demonstrated their technical skills, racing slalom on Saturday and Sunday. Participating teams included Bear Valley, Dodge Ridge, China Peak, Yosemite […]

What’s Happening in Murphys this Week –February 14 through 20, 2018

What’s Happening in Murphys this Week –February 14 through 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 […]

Gas Prices Drop for First Time in 2018

Gas Prices Drop for First Time in 2018

Walnut Creek, CA…Gas prices in California dropped for the first time in 2018, but it’s unclear whether this one-week decline is a signal that cheaper gas is on the horizon for the Golden State. California’s average price for a gallon of unleaded gasoline was $3.34 on Tuesday, just one cent lower on the week. But […]

The CSTARS Production of The Wizard is Feb. 16, 17 & 18th

The CSTARS Production of The Wizard is Feb. 16, 17 & 18th

Angels Camp, CA…You’re invited to travel with us to the merry ol’ land of Oz. Find wisdom, heart, and courage, while discovering there really is no place like home! Tickets are $12 for adults, and $8 for children 12 & under. Reserve your tickets at http://cstarswizardofoz.brownpapertickets.com/ or purchase at the door. Invite your friends to […]

Advisory for Don Pedro Lake in Tuolumne County Offers Safe Eating Advice for Five Species of Fish

Advisory for Don Pedro Lake in Tuolumne County Offers Safe Eating Advice for Five Species of Fish

La Grange, CA…A new state fish advisory issued today provides safe eating advice for black bass species, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Sacramento Sucker, and sunfish species from Don Pedro Lake in Tuolumne County.  The California Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) developed the recommendations based on the levels of mercury and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) found […]

Calaveras County Announces It Will Sue PG&E, Hires Major National Law Firm Baron & Budd to Represent Calaveras County Taxpayers

Calaveras County Announces It Will Sue PG&E, Hires Major National Law Firm Baron & Budd to Represent Calaveras County Taxpayers

San Andreas, CA…On February 13, 2018, the Calaveras County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to retain the national law firm of Baron & Budd and the California Fire Lawyers to initiate litigation against PG&E for its role in causing the Butte Fire. The Board’s decision marks the next important step towards recovering “millions upon millions […]

Oscar Night Benefit for Hospice of Amador & Calaveras at Taste Restaurant

Oscar Night Benefit for Hospice of Amador & Calaveras at Taste Restaurant

Plymouth, CA…Put on your fancy red carpet outfits on Sunday, March 4, from 4:30 – 9 p.m. and head to Taste Restaurant in Plymouth, for “Dress to the Nines,” a benefit for Hospice of Amador & Calaveras. Taste will roll out the red carpet and donate 9% of the dinner bill to Hospice, for all […]

Jenny Lind Veterans Memorial District Hall Dedication is February 19th

Jenny Lind Veterans Memorial District Hall Dedication is February 19th

Valley Springs, CA…On the 73rd anniversary of the beginning of the battle of Iwo Jima the Jenny Lind Veterans Memorial District in Valley Springs will be holding a dedication ceremony of the new hall. Any seniors or veterans in need of transportation need to make arrangements with Common Grounds by Friday February 16th.

Help The Animals For Valentines Day!

Help The Animals For Valentines Day!

San Andreas, Ca…JUST TWO DAYS LEFT to send your valentines! We’ll shoot a super-sweet personalized e-message complete with a darling graphic to your sweetheart, BFF, coworker, niece, etc. telling them you made a donation IN THEIR NAME to help pets in need. Forget those chalky candy hearts — THIS is a creative and wonderful way […]

Red Gerard Takes Slopestyle Gold For U.S.A

Red Gerard Takes Slopestyle Gold For U.S.A

Pyeongchang, South Korea….Red Gerard (Silverthorne, Colo.) stomped the run of his life to win Team USA’s first gold medal of the 2018 Olympic Winter Games Sunday in slopestyle snowboarding. “I’m just insanely excited right now,” said Gerard, who is the youngest Olympic snowboarding gold medalist ever. “I can’t believe it all worked out. I just […]