Air Quality Alert: Wildfire Smoke Warning

Air Quality Alert: Wildfire Smoke Warning

Sutter Creek, CA – Amador County Public Health advises community members that because of smoke from the Butte Fire air quality may be unsafe. Those with chronic health conditions, young children, pregnant women and elderly adults should especially be aware and take protective measures. If you smell or see smoke, take these steps to protect […]

Digger Is Lost! Have You Seen Him?

Digger Is Lost!  Have You Seen Him?

Copperopolis, CA…LOST!! Digger is 14 years old and wandered away in Copperopolis on 9/5/15. He is very unstable on his legs and has a few health problems. He is overweight and barks a lot for treats, but has a lot of people that love him and are desperate to find him! If you find Digger […]

Martin Luther King Jr. On Labor

Martin Luther King Jr. On Labor

“All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.” — Martin Luther King Jr.

Copperopolis Town Square’s “Market At The Square” Every Sunday From 10-3! Music Sponsored By CalTel

Copperopolis Town Square’s “Market At The Square” Every Sunday From 10-3! Music Sponsored By CalTel

Copperopolis, CA….Starting his Week CalTel is now the official music sponsor. Nicholas Lefler will entertain the crowd with music so good it will add flavor to everything you buy. !New Vendors Murphys Mustard Co, Maddies Children’s Boutique, Mother Lode Kettle Korn, Vintage Heart Handcrafted Soaps , Lotions, Candles and Decor and more are new vendors […]

Cooler Weather Brings Fire Places, Wood Stoves Back To Life

Cooler Weather Brings Fire Places, Wood Stoves Back To Life

Calaveras County Ca. Even though we are not out of Fire Season nor close to it as yet cooler temperatures in the early mornings are bringing Fire Places and Wood Stoves back to life to ward off the morning chill in many homes through out the entire region. Owners of these should make sure the […]

California Free Fishing Day Sept 5

California Free Fishing Day Sept 5

Sacramento Ca. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) invites all Californians to celebrate the end of summer by going fishing. Sept. 5 is the second of two Free Fishing Days in 2015, when people can try their hand at fishing without having to buy a sport fishing license. Free Fishing Days are also […]

Coverups Interiors Now Open Thurs-Sun In Copperopolis

Coverups Interiors Now Open Thurs-Sun In Copperopolis

Copperopolis, CA…The mother daughter team of Sarah Brown and Debbie Aksland, recently made a dream of theirs come true and opened a Home Decor store in Copperopolis, CA. They sell refinished furniture pieces, new, old and fun as well as candles and other gift accessories. They refinish the furniture themselves in their warehouse, where they […]

Make Bear Valley Your Destination This Holiday Weekend.

Make Bear Valley Your Destination This Holiday Weekend.

Bear Valley, CA…We’ve got so much to see and do!  The Lodge is hosting Brian Jirka Sunday evening in the Cathedral Lounge beginning at 6pm. Bring your dancing shoes!  The Creekside Bistro & Bar is open for dining from 5pm – 9pm, Thursday-Sunday evenings. Come and enjoy a relaxing fireside dinner on the deck.  Sky High […]

Baffled By High Tech Gadgets? “Teens 4 Tech” Is Ready To Help

Baffled By High Tech Gadgets?  “Teens 4 Tech” Is Ready To Help

San Andreas, CA…The “Teens 4 Tech” program, sponsored by Calaveras Co. Adult Tutoring, begins its fourth year on September 8th. Open sessions are held on Tuesday afternoons 3:45 to 4:45 at the San Andreas Library. So, for those who feel like your ‘Smart Phone’ is outsmarting you, or you keep hitting the escape button on […]

Neighbor Helping Neighbor Red Cross Event

Neighbor Helping Neighbor Red Cross Event

Angels Camp, CA…Neighbor helping neighbor is a general informational night focus on Red Cross Services, volunteer opportunities and partnerships. This event is open to everyone and anyone who wants to know the scope of what Red Cross does. We will offer complimentary appetizers and drinks. Hope to see you there! Thursday, October 01, 2015, 5:30PM […]

This Week at the Arnold CHS Thrift Store Adoption Center – COOPER, MILLIE, BOOTS!

This Week at the Arnold CHS Thrift Store Adoption Center – COOPER,  MILLIE, BOOTS!

Arnold, CA…Stop by Calaveras Humane Society’s Thrift Store Cat Adoption Center in Arnold, located in Meadowmont Center next to Big Trees Market, open Thurs. through Sat., 10 am–5 pm. Cooper, Boots, & Millie will be available to meet you! We will also have kitties available at our Angels Camp Adoption Center, located in Angels Town […]

Taxpayers Honor Metzger & Whitney For Excellence In Public Service At Annual BBQ

Taxpayers Honor Metzger & Whitney For Excellence In Public Service At Annual BBQ

Vallecito, CA…An enthusiastic crowd came together at the courtyard of Lookout Tower House in Vallecito for an early sunset dinner with speakers and recognition awards. The panoramic mountain view made it the perfect place for Calaveras County Taxpayers Association (CCTA) on Saturday August 29 to hold its seventh annual meeting and barbeque. The time for […]

Soroptimists to Offer Cash Grant to Women Seeking Financial Assistance for Educational or Training Expenses

Soroptimists to Offer Cash Grant to Women Seeking Financial Assistance for Educational or Training Expenses

Calaveras County, CA…Women who serve as the primary wage earners for their families and seek financial assistance to continue their education or receive training can now apply for the Soroptimist Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women (formerly the Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity Awards). Applications are available by contacting SI Calaveras, Vickie Smith-Becker, LYD […]

La Grange Odd Fellow Breakfast Sunday September 13th

La Grange Odd Fellow Breakfast Sunday September 13th

La Grange, CA…Make it your family tradition, breakfast at the IOOF Hall in La Grange on the second Sunday of each month. September 13th is the date this month. The ever-popular menu includes biscuits and gravy, sausage, ham & cheese omelets and French toast, all for $6. Complimentary coffee and orange juice round out the […]

Amador Flyfishers Meeting to Feature John Hanson

Amador Flyfishers Meeting to Feature John Hanson

Jackson, CA…Amador Flyfishers (AFF) is a family-oriented organization established in 1991 to provide an opportunity for persons interested in fly fishing to share information, learn from others, experience fly fishing in various locations, and protect fisheries for future generations. AFF meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM the Amador County Administration Building […]

Last Call!-Columbia SHP Recruits for New Volunteer Class!

Last Call!-Columbia SHP Recruits for New Volunteer Class!

Columbia, CA…Help your local State Park-Become a volunteer! Columbia State Historic Park Recruits for Docent Class 2015-Last week of application acceptance! Columbia State Historic Park is now accepting applications for new volunteers to be a part of the 2015 docent class. This year, the park is recruiting for costumed interpreters to help teach history to […]

“Just Eat It” To Be Screened September 18 At Chatom Vineyards

“Just Eat It” To Be Screened September 18 At Chatom Vineyards

Douglas Flat, CA…The Sierra Nevada Film Festival screening at Chatom Vineyards will have you rethinking how and what you eat! Come enjoy the beautiful scenery, wonderful award-winning wines and the relaxing atmosphere of Chatom Vineyards. Film program starts when the sun goes down. RSVP to info@sierrafilmfest.org to make sure you have a seat. Space is […]

Calaveras Grape Stomp Celebrates 22nd Anniversary October 3rd

Calaveras Grape Stomp Celebrates 22nd Anniversary October 3rd

Murphys, CA…STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR THE STOMP! Interested in being part of the Calaveras Grape Stomp history? Call now 209/754-0127 or visit www.CalaverasGrapeStomp.com to reserve your team now and celebrate one of the most anticipated events in the region, drawing large, loud crowds and scores of stomp teams, many festooned in original costume. If […]

Mark Twain Medical Center Announces 17th Annual Fall Health Fair

Mark Twain Medical Center Announces 17th Annual Fall Health Fair

San Andreas, CA…September 1, 2015- Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be holding its 17th Annual Fall Health Fair on Saturday, September 26th from 7am to noon on the Hospital Campus in San Andreas. “Hosting our community health fairs allows us to express our gratitude to those that entrust us with their health care needs,” […]

Wines of the World, Sept 17th at the Murphys Historic Hotel, 5:30pm

Wines of the World, Sept 17th at the Murphys Historic Hotel, 5:30pm

Murphys, CA…Lindsay Gwin hosts us at the Murphys Historic Hotel and takes us on a trip to Austrian and Germany. We will learn about the main regions, varietals and styles of German and Austrian wines while tasting through some fantastic examples. Lindsay is a wine distributor who owns and operates 4th Sip LLC. She is […]

National Preparedness Month Kicks Off Today

National Preparedness Month Kicks Off Today

Sacramento, CA…Disasters can strike at any time, and the most common disaster threat people face across the country is a fire in their home. The American Red Cross Gold Country Region encourages everyone to be ready for emergencies like home fires by creating a disaster plan for their household during National Preparedness Month. The national […]

Live Out Your Paul Bunyan Dreams At The Logging Jamboree September 5th

Live Out Your Paul Bunyan Dreams At The Logging Jamboree September 5th

Arnold, CA…The Sierra Nevada Logging Museum’s Annual Logging Jamboree brings the thrills, skills and history of the Logging in the Sierra Nevada Mountains to their beautiful Museum grounds in White Pines. Axe Throwing, Hand crosscut sawing, Stock & Modified Chain sawing and much, much more. This is an all day event with events, food, static […]

The Big Final Gateway Corridor Study Meeting Is September 9th

The Big Final Gateway Corridor Study Meeting Is September 9th

Angels Camp, CA…The City of Angels Camp, Calaveras Council of Governments and the California Department of Transportation would like to announce the final public meeting for the State Route 4 and 49 Gateway Corridor Study in Angels Camp. The Study addresses access and circulation, growth and development, and coordination of growth improvements in the northwestern […]