Sacramento, CA…The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) announces that the state excise tax on gasoline will drop by 2.2 cents per gallon on July 1, 2016. This will lower the excise tax rate from 30 cents to 27.8 cents per gallon for the 2016-17 fiscal year, effective July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017. […]
Arnold, CA…CHS Arnold Is Having A Kayak Raffle!!!
Murphys, CA…Make plans to attend The Annual Instone Fourth of July Celebration & Fireworks Show which consistently ranks as one of the best fireworks shows in the region. In fact, in 2012 ABC news ranked it in the top 10 of the best small town Fourth Of July Celebrations in the Nation!! This year it […]
Copperopolis, CA…Come on out and celebrate an Old Fashioned Independence Day with us! Loads of farm fresh Summer Fruits and Veggies! Yummy Food Vendors! Craft vendors! Fun games and Contests for All ages! ! Who can carry the most watermelons?!! Pie eating contests! Live Blues music by The Shakers! Wine tasting! Bounce House, Face painting! […]
Murphys, CA…Dive into Calaveras Wine Country this August! Our wines have been making a splash, so join us before Summer is over and taste the vintages everyone has been raving about. Purchase a glass by visiting us in down-town Murphys or at one of our picturesque vineyards and Beat the Heat in the shade of […]
Arnold, CA…The Hazel Fischer Elementary School is bringing back The Firecracker Mile! It will run on July 2nd, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. at the top of the Arnold Byway! Runners and walkers welcome! Once an Arnold Independence Day Parade tradition, the Firecracker Mile is a mile-long fun run that kicks off the Independence Day parade, […]
Murphys, CA…Jank Tones, a band based in Sonora consisting of bass, guitar and drums, will be the featured performers when the Murphys Community Club’s First Friday in the Park event is presented July 1 starting at 5:30 p.m. in the cool confines of Murphys Community Park. The band, whose agenda is to create an atmosphere […]
Bear Valley, CA…Now in its 48th year, the Bear Valley Music Festival begins on Friday, July 22 and runs through Sunday, August 7 with a total 15 concerts including a special free family matinee on Saturday, July 30. The festival showcases a wide selection of artists and genres including rock, classical, bluegrass and jazz. A […]
San Andreas, CA…SAN ANDREAS, CA, June 24, 2016- Mark Twain Medical Center, (MTMC) through its affiliation with Dignity Health, has announced the opening of the 2016 Dignity Health Community Grants Program. Each grant program candidate must submit a letter of intent by the July 29th deadline in order to be considered. Applicants must be a […]
Washington, DC…In Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pa. v. Casey, 505 U. S. 833, 878 (1992), a plurality of the Court concluded that there “exists” an “undue burden” on a woman’s right to decide to have an abortion, and consequently a provision of law is constitutionally invalid, if the “purpose or effect” of the provision “is […]
Copperopolis, CA…Market At The Square Farmers market runs every Sunday, 10-3pm! Farm fresh fruits, Baked Goodies from Rosas Bakery, Fresh hummus and pita chips and Breads, Seasonings, Fresh donuts, Mustards, Raw Honeys, Salsas, Organic and Asian Produce, Shaved Ice, Gourmet Cheeses, Nuts, Lemonlove, Old Skool Pie, Anna’s Mexican and Seafood, Sidewinder’s, Soy Candles, Coconut oil […]
Murphys, CA…Born high upon the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in Northern California, The Little Fuller Band is a highly energetic and refreshing change of pace from your usual folk band. These young performers have a sound that is something very much alive and growing rapidly. Combining influences from americana, bluegrass, country, folk, […]
Arnold, CA…We had the pleasure to get a Hobie Mirage Eclipse demonstration from SNAC Arnold’s Max McCormick! Enjoy your time on the water with this fast, fun, human powered watercraft. They are perfect for Fun & Fitness. They are in stock now are ready for the lake!! A bit more about the craft from Hobie […]
Angels Camp, CA…Trying to find a way to wrap up another great weekend with your family and friends? Don’t worry we have just the thing for a fun filled day! Join us tomorrow, Sunday June 26th out here on the lake for a day of fun in the sun! ALL RENTALS WILL BE 30% OFF!! […]
Angels Camp, CA…Not long ago, while making muffins with my four-year-old daughter, I found myself embroiled. “Don’t put your hands in that!” I heard myself saying. “You’re getting flour all over the counter and the floor! I just cleaned that!” You never realize how OCD you are until you cook with a child. After a […]
Murphys, CA…Alchemy now hiring two positions: 1. Full time/part time server. This position would include bar tending shifts, waiting shifts and hosting shifts. You, looking to work weekends, self starter, friendly, outgoing, great sense of humor and a great love of REAL beer, wine, and food. 2. Full time Line Cook. This position would include […]
Angels Camp, CA…The following is comments from Karen Rojas addressing the City Council on the Summit. “Even though it’s not on the agenda, thank you for allowing me to have 3 minutes to speak on a grave matter that does affect Angels Camp. I cannot imagine that there is a single person in this room […]
Arnold, CA…We had the pleasure to spend a few minutes with Chef/Owner Don McPherson at the beautiful Dogwood restaurant in Arnold. Don has brought another fine dining establishment to our area and they focus on fresh, high quality ingredients exquisitely prepared. Dogwood’s food takes center stage in their spotless display kitchen. The great meals along […]
Angels Camp, CA…If these hot days are putting you in the mood for some new summer clothes, come see us in our new location next to the Angels Camp Medical Clinic at 220 S.Main Street. Dresses, skirts, a great selection of tops and great fitting pants and shorts. We’re here to help you find the […]
San Andreas, CA….June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! In honor of this, Friends of Calaveras Animal Services (FOCAS) is sponsoring FREE CAT ADOPTIONS!! We have lots to choose from!! Come rescue your new best friend!! (while funds last) “FOCAS was formed as a nonprofit with its primary mission being to provide a better environment […]
Angels Camp, CA…Family owned and operated since 1955, Middleton’s Mark twain Center, Inc was originally Calaveras Mercantile bought be Hank and Matilda Middleton in 1955. Starting as a furniture, feed, fabric and appliance business in the original 1500 sq. ft. location proved to not meet the needs of the community. Hank and Mat were now […]
Angels Camp, CA…Greenhorn Creek Men’s Club Member, Ralph Prevo scored a HOLE IN ONE Saturday June 18th. Ralph drained his Ace on Greenhorn hole #13, from 128 yards with a pitching wedge. This makes the third Hole In One in the month of June at Greenhorn! Congratulations Ralph!! We all enjoyed the drinks!! Summer Social […]
Angels Camp, CA…At their June 20th board meeting, Bret Harte Union High School District board member Gail Bunge presented this year’s Parent/Community Volunteer Awards to Steve Cox and Paul De Baldo, both of Copperopolis. Nominated by retiring Agriculture teacher Roy Beck, Cox was recognized for his volunteer work with FFA and the Ag Department. Along […]
Vallejo, CA…The U.S. Forest Service today announced that it has identified an additional 26 million trees dead in California since October 2015. These trees are located in six counties across 760,000 acres in the southern Sierra Nevada region of the state, and are in addition to the 40 million trees that died statewide from 2010 […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Public Health Services has issued a heat advisory for the County. We urge the public to act now to prevent heat-related illness. Temperatures of 100 degrees or more are expected over the next several days. Dr. Kelaita, County Health Officer, stated, “Taking action now can prevent the possibility of heat-related illness. […]
Murphys, CA…Students who are having difficulty with their reading and language skills have a place to seek help thanks to two programs offered by Mind Matters, the Murphys based non-profit clinic. Fast ForWord, a computer based learning program, will be available in Murphys and Sonora starting June 27. Mind Builder will be offered in Murphys […]
Valley Springs & Angels Camp, CA…Over the weekend much was said on social media regarding the removal of the stored asphalt plant at the Hogan Quarry. At this time we are able to share the evolution of this project. The issues regarding the Asphalt Plant are complex and confusing. As county supervisors we have not […]
Sonora, CA…In December 2014, HealthLitNow, (www.healthlitnow.org) a 501(c)3 non-profit, was launched from the Tuolumne County Innovation Lab (www.myinnovationlab.org) to provide Public Health Literacy programs for K-12 students throughout Tuolumne County and the Sierra Region. Public Health Literacy is defined as the degree to which individuals and groups can obtain, process, understand, evaluate, and act on […]
Arnold, CA…Things are starting to heat up at lower elevations along the West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada. Today Sunny…warmer. Highs 67 to 82 higher elevations…79 to 91 lower elevations. Prevailing southeast winds up to 10 mph shifting to the southwest in the afternoon. Tonight Mostly clear. Lows 48 to 63 higher elevations…58 to 70 lower […]
Murphys, CA…For many years, Murphys Homecoming was a much anticipated and well-attended annual event. It was a time for residents, their friends from neighboring communities, and the people who had moved away to gather for a Norman Rockwell like day of fun, games, music, picnics, and camaraderie. It was a big deal. In recent years, […]
