Yes, The Sun Will Shine Tomorrow, Winter Storm Warning Until This Evening

Yes, The Sun Will Shine Tomorrow, Winter Storm Warning Until This Evening

Arnold, CA…Along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada Today Rain and snow showers. A weather system will continue to bring more snow to the Sierra Nevada and Southern Cascades through early this evening. The brunt of the snow is expected through the early morning hours. Locally heavy snow with lowering snow levels is possible in […]

Saturday’s Native Plant Sale a Success

Saturday’s Native Plant Sale a Success

San Andreas, CA…Just before a large rainstorm blew in Saturday, nearly 100 people attended the fourth-annual Native Plant Sale at the Calaveras County Water District’s Headquarters. The event took place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 8, and was organized by the the Sierra Foothills Chapter of the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) in […]

It’s A Ladies Night Fashion Show Tonight At Calaveras Lumber

It’s A Ladies Night Fashion Show Tonight At Calaveras Lumber

Angels Camp, CA…Come join us tonight for a fashion show featuring Noelle Clothing, Calhid Purses, Sophie Scarves by In Design, and Spinner Rings. There will be lots of great deals on clothing, jewelry, and gifts during the event and drawings for free merchandise throughout the evening. The first 15 people will get a free gift! […]

Art’s Council’s Art Beats for Veterans

Art’s Council’s Art Beats for Veterans

San Andreas, CA…The first Sunday in April was a fine day for creating art behind the gallery for our salute to Calaveras County Veterans and their families. Laundry appeared on the staircase behind the Calaveras County Museum, and volunteer Robert Mierzwak brought a beautiful 48-star flag that made the scene absolutely striking. Models in costumes […]

Violin Virtuoso Kim Angelis To Give Concert in Calaveras County May 13

Violin Virtuoso Kim Angelis To Give Concert in Calaveras County May 13

Rail Road Flat, CA…Back by popular demand, violinist Kim Angelis of Astoria, Oregon will return to her former hometown of Rail Road Flat to give a fundraising performance on Saturday, May 13. The event will be the 8th annual “Tiger Fest,” which is organized by the Friends of Rail Road Flat School, and which each […]

CHP San Andreas To Host Teen Driving Class On May 9th

CHP San Andreas To Host Teen Driving Class On May 9th

San Andreas, CA – The leading cause of death for Americans 15-20 years old is motor vehicle collisions, (According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) and the CHP’s goal is to reduce the death rate among teenagers as the result of these collisions. In order to address this alarming trend, the CHP developed a […]

Some Seasonal Roads On Stanislaus National Forest Will Remain Closed Past April 15

Some Seasonal Roads On Stanislaus National Forest Will Remain Closed Past April 15

Sonora, CA…Record-setting snow levels and extensive storm damage mean some roads scheduled to reopen April 15, 2017 will remain impassable, Stanislaus National Forest officials announced. “In past years our estimated date of April 15 to open seasonal roads was pretty accurate,” said Jim Junette, acting Deputy Forest Supervisor for Stanislaus National Forest. “This year’s amazing […]

The 12th Annual Gold Rush Writers’ Conference Mokelumne Hill, California – May 5-7, 2017

The 12th Annual Gold Rush Writers’ Conference Mokelumne Hill, California – May 5-7, 2017

Mokelumne Hill, CA…The 12th Annual Gold Rush Writers’ Conference will be held May 5 – 7th in the picturesque Gold Country town of Mokelumne Hill at the historic Hotel Leger. The goal of the Gold Rush Writers’ Conference is to provide creative writers of all levels a chance to participate one-on-one with established professionals through […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Enhances Patient Experience In The Emergency Room

Mark Twain Medical Center Enhances Patient Experience In The Emergency Room

San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Medical Center, (MTMC) has announced the expansion of their existing partnership with EmCare for their emergency services department. “EmCare has proven to be an asset to MTMC for over four years,” stated Bob Diehl, Hospital President. “Our Hospitalists have been providing care for our hospitalized patients through the resources of EmCare […]

Don’t Miss The Big Flooring Sale Going On Now At Pinnell’s In Sonora & Angels Camp

Don’t Miss The Big Flooring Sale Going On Now At Pinnell’s In Sonora & Angels Camp

Angels Camp & Sonora, CA….Thank You For Voting Pinnell’s Carpet One The Best In The Mother Lode Since 2005! When you visit Pinnell’s, our team makes sure your project gets completed with the same care we would do to our own home! For 4 generations Pinnell’s has been in the flooring industry and has been […]

Lunch & Learn At Foothill Village, Our Senior Community Was Designed With Your Needs In Mind!

Lunch & Learn At Foothill Village, Our Senior Community Was Designed With Your Needs In Mind!

Angels Camp, CA…Foothill Village’s senior living in Angels Camp, CA offers the active senior a carefree environment, free from the normal chores and burdens of owning or renting a home. At Foothill Village you can remain independent, yet enjoy the conveniences that make life easier and more pleasant. AMENITIES Choice of studio, one or two […]

Week Five Op-Ed By Former Calaveras County Supervisor Tom Tryon On The “War On Drugs”

Week Five Op-Ed By Former Calaveras County Supervisor Tom Tryon On The “War On Drugs”

Angels Camp, CA…Open letter to Assemblyman Norman Waters in the summer of 1985: I read your recent letter concerning the Tri County Narcotics Task Force with great interest. While you correctly point out the economic and human costs associated with drug abuse and that the problem of drug abuse is increasing, you fail to conclude […]

ACPD Has Your Pooch?

ACPD Has Your Pooch?

Angels Camp, CA…Is this your dog? She was found near the highway on SR 4 near Family 4 Fitness and brought to the PD. She appears to be blind, and is very friendly. Please contact the PD at 736-2567 is she is yours, before she is taken to the animal shelter.

Mother Lode Fairgrounds Was Filled For The 2017 Home & Garden Show

Mother Lode Fairgrounds Was Filled For The 2017 Home & Garden Show

Sonora, CA…A bit of snow on Saturday put a dent in the crowds but as the sun rolled around on Sunday the Mother Lode Fairgrounds was filled with vendors and potential customers. All of the exhibit halls and the grounds were filled with local businesses promoting services available here locally. One of the great things […]

A Sad Update…Missing 79 Year Old Christine Merten Found Deceased

A Sad Update…Missing 79 Year Old Christine Merten Found Deceased

Pine Grove, CA…From the Amador County Sheriff’s Department…For the last several days, we’ve been searching for 79-year-old Christine Merten. Unfortunately, this morning, we found Christine deceased. She was located by a canine team in rugged, brushy terrain north of her home. The Amador County Sheriff’s Coroner’s Office will determine the cause of death, but we […]

McKensey Middleton Has Been Crowned Oakdale Royality

McKensey Middleton Has Been Crowned Oakdale Royality

Oakdale, CA…Michelle Hewitt of Tracy CA,  Janna Frank of Oakdale, and McKensey Middleton of Hathaway Pines have been very busy with competition signup, registration meetings, and a number of practices.  The contestants were introduced to the public at the Ripon Almond Blossom Parade followed by a Rodeo fund raiser at Mountain Mikes Pizza and the […]

Two Great Ads Filled With Savings At Arnold Ace Home Center

Two Great Ads Filled With Savings At Arnold Ace Home Center

Arnold, CA…There are Two Great Ads Filled With Savings At Arnold Ace Home Center. Click on the Outdoor Power ad to power your spring and summer projects. Then after you have done those chores and home projects it is time for Outdoor Living! Click Above For Power Tool Savings Click Above For Outdoor Living Savings

Mountain Ranch Industrial Accident Takes Life Of 21 Year Old

Mountain Ranch Industrial Accident Takes Life Of 21 Year Old

Mountain Ranch, CA…On 04/06/17 at 11:20 AM, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to Whiskey Slide Road north of the intersection of West Murray Creek Road, in Mountain Ranch for an Industrial Accident. A 21-year old male who was employed by a tree cutting contractor was removing an oak tree from a rural property […]

Twain Harte Chamber Chili Cook-Off

Twain Harte Chamber Chili Cook-Off

Twain Harte, CA…Join the Twain Harte Area Chamber for their first Memorial Day Weekend Chili Cook-Off! This event will be held in Meadow Plaza in Twain Harte on Saturday, May 27, from 9 am to 3 pm with kids’ activities at the nearby park. Chili chefs should go to the Chamber website – www.twainhartecc.com – […]

Deadline For 2017 Leadership Calaveras Applications In 2 weeks!

Deadline For 2017 Leadership Calaveras Applications In 2 weeks!

Calaveras County, CA…Leadership Calaveras is a program designed to encourage the development of community leaders identify local issues and needs, and explore solutions. This program provides participants with an educational experience to increase awareness and knowledge of vital organizations in Calaveras County through hands on activities, tour, and panel discussions. History of Leadership Calaveras. The […]

CHS Thrift Adoptions Cancelled Due To Weather

CHS Thrift Adoptions Cancelled Due To Weather

Arnold, CA…Due to possible inclement weather this weekend, we won’t be holding cat adoptions at our Calaveras Humane Society Thrift Store Adoption Center Friday through Sunday. The store itself will still be open, though! Hoping to adopt a kitty this weekend? Please visit Calaveras County Animal Services, as they have oodles of available felines just […]

Mother Nature Returns With A Vengeance Starting This Evening!

Mother Nature Returns With A Vengeance Starting This Evening!

Bear Valley, CA…More rain & snow is on the way to our area along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a Winter Storm Warning for snow, which is in effect from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM PDT Saturday. Today Mostly cloudy. Scattered rain showers at […]

John Glenn On Happiness & A Presidential Proclamation

John Glenn On Happiness & A Presidential Proclamation

“It has been my observation that the happiest of people, the vibrant doers of the world, are almost always those who are using – who are putting into play, calling upon, depending upon-the greatest number of their God-given talents and capabilities.” John Glenn A Proclamation by President Donald J. Trump Honoring the Memory of John […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Foundation Volunteers Host Spring Fling Bazaar On April 11

Mark Twain Medical Center Foundation Volunteers Host Spring Fling Bazaar On April 11

San Andreas, CA…The public is welcome to attend the Spring Fling Bazaar on Tuesday, April 11 from 8 am to 2 pm at Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC), 768 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. Available for purchase will be handmade items including Easter baskets, Easter wreaths, floral arrangements and a variety of crafts and baked […]