Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee & Fair Kickoff Dinner

Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee & Fair Kickoff Dinner

Angels Camp, CA…(Frogtown, USA)…There is nothing quite like a county fair, especially when talking about the Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee. The Calaveras County Fair combines unique local events with idyllic country charm. The theme for this year’s fair, “Country Nights and Carnival Lights”, embodies the spirit of these ideals. The weekend will […]

Dyemusica Brought Reggae, Jam & Funk To Bistro Espresso

Dyemusica Brought Reggae, Jam & Funk To Bistro Espresso

Arnold, CA…Bistro Espresso is becoming a music & entertainment destination. Last Saturday night was no exception as Dyemusica rolled into Bistro. Dyemusica is a band Formed in the Sierra Nevadas in NorCal in 2011 By friends who love reggae, and the freedom of jam music. They incorporate different tonal styles and personalities with thought provoking […]

Nurses Embody Humankindness Every Day At Mark Twain Medical Center

Nurses Embody Humankindness Every Day At Mark Twain Medical Center

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC), founded in 1951, is located at 768 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA. It became a member of Dignity Health, formerly Catholic Healthcare West, in 1996. The facility is a not-for-profit, 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serving all of Calaveras County, California. Over 300 employees provide the necessary services. […]

Mind Matters Celebrated 10 Years Of Serving At Mixer

Mind Matters Celebrated 10 Years Of Serving At Mixer

Murphys, CA…The Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce helped celebrate the tenth anniversary of Mind Matters at its monthly mixer held at the clinic on April 20. Mind Matters, a non-profit clinic located in Murphys, is dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD), and learning disabilities, […]

Don’t Miss Out On Zipping and Sipping!! Ticket Sales End Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017!

Don’t Miss Out On Zipping and Sipping!!  Ticket Sales End Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017!

Murphys, CA…Don’t miss out on this amazing offer! Zipping and Sipping is next weekend, May 5th through May 7th! Experience some of the best views and wines that Calaveras County has to offer with the Zipping and Sipping package on the first weekend of May for only $50! Soar above the countryside on Moaning Cavern […]

Seasonal Allergies: Trying to Nip Them in the Bud. ~ From Meadowmont & Groveland Pharmacies

Seasonal Allergies: Trying to Nip Them in the Bud. ~ From Meadowmont & Groveland Pharmacies

Arnold & Groveland, CA…Itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing, fatigue…. These are just a few of the signs of seasonal allergies—also known as hay fever.1 And get ready: It looks like we may have a real doozy of an allergy season this year.2 Milder winter temperatures in places can cause plants to pollinate early. And a […]

Don’t Miss The Giant BOGO Sale Going On Now At Arnold Ace Home Center

Don’t Miss The Giant BOGO Sale Going On Now At Arnold Ace Home Center

Arnold, CA…Arnold Ace Home Center is committed to being “the helpful place” by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products. We have a large selection of hardware, home goods, lumber, paint, and garden supplies. Arnold Ace Home Center has been serving the community for 30 years and the Hauer family has owned […]

The Inaugural Murphys Mutt March On April 29th Joins List Of Great Community Club Events

The Inaugural Murphys Mutt March On April 29th Joins List Of Great Community Club Events

Murphys, CA…The first annual Murphys Mutt March will join the list of Community Club organized events when a bevy of canine companions and their doting owners gather on Saturday, April 29, at 8:30 a.m. “The Murphys area is home to so many wonderful four-footed-friends that we thought it would be a good idea to have […]

Statewide CTA Day of Action Monday, May 1, to Protect CA Public Schools From Potential Trump Administration Actions

Statewide CTA Day of Action Monday, May 1, to Protect CA Public Schools From Potential Trump Administration Actions

Burlingame, CA…Rising up together to protect public education and send the message that all students deserve safe schools, thousands of California educators, parents, administrators and students will join in a rapidly growing series of social justice events statewide Monday, May 1, as part of the CTA Day of Action. “This is a day of local […]

45% of Americans Chose Smartphones, Cars or Vacations Over Financial Security (Vacation Destinations Thank You!)

45% of Americans Chose Smartphones, Cars or Vacations Over Financial Security (Vacation Destinations Thank You!)

Windsor, CT…A new consumer survey by Voya Financial’s Annuities and Individual Life businesses revealed that many Americans might be willing to risk their financial security to keep some of their most-valued items. In fact, nearly half (45%) of Americans surveyed were willing to give up their financial security if it meant keeping either their smartphones, […]

Stanislaus National Forest Suffers Extensive Storm Damage, Some Roads Closed Until 2018

Stanislaus National Forest Suffers Extensive Storm Damage, Some Roads Closed Until 2018

Sonora, CA…Roads on Stanislaus National Forest suffered extensive damage from winter storms and many will remain closed until at least 2018, including four popular roads. Forest officials warn all the damage has yet to be assessed. Cottonwood Road (1N04) on Groveland and Mi-Wok districts, Beardsley Day Use Road (4N29) and Hell’s Half Acre (5N95) on […]

The 2017 Taste Of Calaveras Showcased the Finest Wine, Culinary Treats & Art! Photos & Video!

The 2017 Taste Of Calaveras Showcased the Finest Wine, Culinary Treats & Art!  Photos & Video!

Murphys, CA…The 11th Annual Taste of Calaveras drew its’ largest crowd ever on April 22nd At Ironstone and it Showcased the Finest Wine, Culinary Treats & Art. More than 40 of Calaveras County’s most acclaimed winemakers, restaurateurs and plein air artists converged at Ironstone Vineyards. The event featured wine tasting, gourmet samplings, live music by […]

Big & Bold Black Sheep Winery April Specials

Big & Bold Black Sheep Winery April Specials

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 […]

Don’t Miss Film Friday with “Bottle Shock” At Milliaire April 28th.

Don’t Miss Film Friday with “Bottle Shock” At Milliaire April 28th.

Murphys, CA…Don’t miss our first Film Friday! Enjoy “Bottle Shock” projected on our Creekside Patio along with a delicious glass of Milliaire and theater snacks in hand! Doors open at 7:30pm, film begins at dusk. FREE ADMISSION. Milliaire Winery is a small family-owned winery founded by Liz and Steve Millier in 1983 in the cellar […]

“It’s In The Hole!!” Fred Simpson Shoots A Hole In One At Greenhorn Creek

“It’s In The Hole!!”  Fred Simpson Shoots A Hole In One At Greenhorn Creek

Angels Camp, CA…Fred Simpson is a new Hole-in-One Recipient… at the Wonderful Greenhorn Creek Golf Resort… On April 23rd on the 115 yard Hole 3 during the Men vs Women Tournament. Congratulations Fred!! GREENHORN CREEK RESORT Greenhorn Creek Resort is located in Angels Camp, CA, the basecamp of the beautiful Central Sierra. The resort property, […]

A Very Sad Update….Charles Duston Who Had Been Missing In The Sonora Pass High Country Has Been Found Deceased

A Very Sad Update….Charles Duston Who Had Been Missing In The Sonora Pass High Country Has Been Found Deceased

Pinecrest, CA…**Update Wed. April 26 at 10:45 PM** Several search and rescue teams have been scouring the area near Eagle Meadow Road in Pinecrest for the last three days, after receiving a report of an overdue snowmobiler. It is with heavy hearts that we report Charles Duston was found deceased early this evening by a […]

Universal Healthcare Act Clears Senate Committee

Universal Healthcare Act Clears Senate Committee

Sacramento, CA…Registered nurses and other healthcare advocates are heralding the California Senate Health Committee’s passage of SB 562, the Healthy California Act today, Wednesday, April 26, with a majority of the committee members’ support. SB 562, the Healthy California Act, would establish an improved Medicare for all type system in California. Full details of the […]

Teams Still Searching High Country For Charles Duston

Teams Still Searching High Country For Charles Duston

Pinecrest, CA…Missing person Charles Duston was to snowmobile to his vacation cabin located in the Haypress/Eagle Meadows area on Sunday 4/16/17. The cabin is approx. 6 to 7 seven miles from Hwy 108 where his truck was later located. His wife reported Charles overdue to our office on Monday, 4/24/17 at approx. 1530 hours. TCSO […]

“Vandals” Continued Their Decades Long Tradition Getting The Frogs Ready

“Vandals” Continued Their Decades Long Tradition Getting The Frogs Ready

Frogtown, USA..(AKA Angels Camp)…Vandals struck again last night in Angels Camp with a kickoff for the fair by painting the Frog on Main Street. The painting was completed sometime around 11 o’clock. The vandal group consisted of people who begin painting the Frog 39 years ago, along with some young ladies, who are continuing the […]

Big Oak Flat Road & Hwy 120 Entrance Into Yosemite National Park Re-Opening May 1st

Big Oak Flat Road & Hwy 120 Entrance Into Yosemite National Park Re-Opening May 1st

Yosemite, CA…Big Oak Flat road will reopen to all vehicular traffic at 5:00 am Monday, May 1, 2017. Yosemite National Park is pleased to announce that the Big Oak Flat road will reopen to all vehicular traffic at 5:00 am on Monday, May 1, 2017. Visitors entering the park via Highway 120 West will once […]

Columbia College Graduates 34 Fire Academy Students

Columbia College Graduates 34 Fire Academy Students

Columbia, CA…The Columbia College Fire Academy will hold its graduation ceremony and presentation of Certification of Completion to 34 successful students of the Fire Technology Program. The event, which is open to the general public, will be held Thursday, April 27th, beginning at 6 p.m. in the Oak Pavilion at Columbia College. Certificates will be […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Foundation Volunteers Hosted Their Spring Fling Bazaar

Mark Twain Medical Center Foundation Volunteers Hosted Their Spring Fling Bazaar

San Andreas, CA…On Tuesday, April 11 the hard working Volunteers held their annual Spring Fling Bazaar at Mark Twain Medical Center. They had great handmade items including Easter baskets, Easter wreaths, floral arrangements and a variety of crafts and baked goods. The Spring Fling was a fundraiser to support their Scholarship Program for students embarking […]

Keep Moving Forward Said Abraham Lincoln

Keep Moving Forward Said Abraham Lincoln

“I walk slowly but I never walk backward” President Abraham Lincoln “Abraham Lincoln; February 12, 1809 – April 15, 1865) was an American politician and lawyer who served as the 16th President of the United States from March 1861 until his assassination in April 1865. Lincoln led the United States through its Civil War—its bloodiest […]

Meet Susan Wright an Occupational Therapist That Specializes in Hand therapy care and Humankindness at Mark Twain Medical Center

Meet Susan Wright an Occupational Therapist That Specializes in Hand therapy care and Humankindness at Mark Twain Medical Center

San Andreas, CA…Susan Wright’s career as an Occupational Therapist spans some 31 years and she says it has never seemed like work. “It’s more like helping out a friend,” she notes. “OT helps people be independent by figuring out ways for them to handle the activities of daily living.” Susan joined the Mark Twain Medical […]