Calaveras County Water District Appoints John “Jack” Garamendi to the Board of Directors, Division 2

Calaveras County Water District Appoints John “Jack” Garamendi to the Board of Directors, Division 2

San Andreas, CA…At its Special Board Meeting on May 30, 2025, the Calaveras County Water District (CCWD) appointed John “Jack” Garamendi to the Board of Directors, representing Division 2.Garamendi fills the vacancy left by the resignation of Board Member Cindy Secada. “We commend Director Secada for her service on the CCWD Board and for being […]

Government Driving Gas Prices Through the Roof! By BOE Chair Senator Ted Gaines

Government Driving Gas Prices Through the Roof!  By BOE Chair Senator Ted Gaines

Sacramento, CA…California’s Progressive political elite hate fossil fuels so much they are willing to impoverish their citizens to punish “Big Oil” and speed up a transition to an even more expensive green energy future. Governor Newsom wants zero gas-powered cars sold in California by 2035, which sends a strong signal to refiners about the long-term […]

White House Says…”Trump’s ‘One, Big, Beautiful Bill’ Promises up to $11,600 Wage Boost, New Jobs”

White House Says…”Trump’s ‘One, Big, Beautiful Bill’ Promises up to $11,600 Wage Boost, New Jobs”

Washington, DC…“President Trump’s proposed tax cuts, encapsulated in the ‘One, Big, Beautiful Bill,’ aim to extend the pro-growth and pro-worker legacy of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), the White House told exclusively to The National News Desk. The TCJA previously cut taxes across the board for working families, allowing Americans to allocate […]

The 2024 CCWD Water Quality Report is Available Now

The 2024 CCWD Water Quality Report is Available Now

San Andreas, CA…We are pleased to present to you this year’s annual water quality report. This report is a snapshot of last year’s water quality covering all testing performed between January 1 and December 31, 2024. Included are details about your sources of water, what it contains, and how it compares to standards set by […]

Senator Shannon Grove’s Classic Car Smog Check Exemption Bill, Leno’s Law, Passes Major Legislative Checkpoint

Senator Shannon Grove’s Classic Car Smog Check Exemption Bill, Leno’s Law, Passes Major Legislative Checkpoint

Sacramento, CA…Senator Shannon Grove is revved up to announce that Senate Bill 712, also known as Leno’s Law, has cleared a major legislative hurdle, the Senate Appropriations Committee with bipartisan support. This legislation, sponsored by legendary comedian and automotive collector Jay Leno, removes outdated smog check requirements for classic vehicles that are 35 model years or […]

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today

Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Board of Supervisors are Back in Action Today. The full agenda is below… LIVE Webcast Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 5/27/2025 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road   San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads:  Agenda  Agenda Packet  Video Call to Order Roll Call Closed Session Agenda 1. Pursuant to Govt. Code […]

At West Point, President Trump Lauds the “Future Leaders of America’s Army”

At West Point, President Trump Lauds the “Future Leaders of America’s Army”

West Point, NY…President Trump addresses the Army Academy’s Class of 2025 at the United States Army Academy graduation and commissioning ceremony.   Yesterday, President Donald J. Trump addressed more than 1,000 graduating cadets of the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he delivered an inspiring message of service, sacrifice, and winning. Here are the highlights: “Hold […]

Stanislaus National Forest Opens Additional Roads with Updated Order

Stanislaus National Forest Opens Additional Roads with Updated Order

Sonora, CA…With the publication of Forest Order STF-16-2025-09 the Stanislaus National Forest has opened additional roads closed under previous orders. For the list of roads still under closure, please see the attached Forest Order. Roads now open: STF-16-2025-09 Motor Vehicle Use Map Season Of Use Closure Extention Order (Final) Mi-Wok/Summit Ranger District Herring Creek now […]

A Big, Beautiful Future ~ Tom McClintock

A Big, Beautiful Future ~ Tom McClintock

Washington, DC…Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the one Big Beautiful Bill Act reconciliation legislation.  Rep. McClintock (CA-05) voted in favor of the measure, and he delivered remarks this morning on the House floor.  Rep McClintock’s remarks (video link): If this bill fails, an average family’s taxes will rise 22 percent next year […]

House Passes “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act”

House Passes “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act”

Washington, DC…Speaker Johnson released the following statement after the House passed The One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration. “The media and the Democrats have consistently dismissed any possibility of House Republicans succeeding in our mission to enact President Trump’s America First agenda. Once again, they have been […]

Governor Newsom to U.S. Senate: ‘Will you side with China or America?’

Governor Newsom to U.S. Senate: ‘Will you side with China or America?’

Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a statement on plans by U.S. Senate Republicans to proceed with a vote dismantling key pieces of the state’s clean vehicles and trucks program. The Senate is expected to vote on resolutions this week, illegally utilizing the Congressional Review Act (CRA) on three of the state’s Clean Air Act […]

CAL FIRE Suspends Outdoor Residential Burning For Residents Living in Zone 1 (Below 3500’ Elevation)

CAL FIRE Suspends Outdoor Residential Burning For Residents Living in Zone 1 (Below 3500’ Elevation)

San Andreas, CA…As fire danger in the region increases, CAL FIRE Tuolumne -Calaveras Unit (TCU) has suspended all burn permits for outdoor, open residential burning in Zone 1 (below 3500’) within the State -Responsibility Area of Tuolumne County, Calaveras County, Eastern Stanislaus County and Eastern San Joaquin County. This suspension takes effect Wednesday, May 21, […]

Calaveras County Civil Grand Jury Asks “Are We Running Out of Rock?”

Calaveras County Civil Grand Jury Asks “Are We Running Out of Rock?”

San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County has a rich mining heritage dating back to the Gold Rush of the 1850s, though today its mines primarily produce sand, gravel, and aggregate, materials which are used in the construction of homes, businesses, and infrastructure projects throughout the County. On Monday, May 19, 2025, the 2024-2025 Calaveras County Civil Grand […]

President Trump’s Summary of Two Hour Call with Putin

President Trump’s Summary of Two Hour Call with Putin

Washington, DC…Just completed my two hour call with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. I believe it went very well. Russia and Ukraine will immediately start negotiations toward a Ceasefire and, more importantly, an END to the War. The conditions for that will be negotiated between the two parties, as it can only be, because they […]

Since Governor Newsom Took Office, California’s Battery Storage has Increased 1,944% as He Touts Clean Economy

Since Governor Newsom Took Office, California’s Battery Storage has Increased 1,944% as He Touts Clean Economy

Sacramento, CA…California continues to rapidly expand its energy storage statewide, adding 2,300 megawatts (MW) since last September for a total of 15,763 MW of battery storage capacity, according to new data released today. This reflects a 1,944% increase since the start of the Newsom Administration – up from 770 MW in 2019. Energy storage – particularly battery […]

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept. Activity Logs for May 16th, 2025

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept. Activity Logs for May 16th, 2025

Sonora, CA…The latest Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Deputies Activity Logs are below… Friday, May 16, 2025 00:03 TRAFFIC STOP 2505160001 Officer initiated activity at Hwy 108/HESS Av, Sonora, CA. Disposition: Warning Given (Used for 11-95s). 00:07 TRAFFIC STOP 2505160002 Officer initiated activity at Hospital Rd/Nevada St, Sonora City, CA. Disposition: Warning Given (Used for 11-95s). 00:35 […]

Let a Lettie bit of Love in Your Life!

Let a Lettie bit of Love in Your Life!

San Andreas, CA…Meet Lettie (A058872), a female Pit Bull mix, 7 months old and 32 pounds. Lettie is a sweet, gray-and-white pup who’s ready to leave shelter life behind and join a loving forever home. Shy at first, she’s been gaining confidence every day and showing her affectionate, playful side to everyone she meets. Lettie […]

Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Washington, DC…(AP) — Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, his office said Sunday. Biden was seen by doctors last week after urinary symptoms and a prostate nodule were found. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer on Friday, with the cancer cells having spread to the bone. “While this represents a more […]

President Donald J. Trump Secures $1.2 Trillion Economic Commitment in Qatar

President Donald J. Trump Secures $1.2 Trillion Economic Commitment in Qatar

Doha, Qatar…Today in Qatar, President Donald J. Trump signed an agreement with Qatar to generate an economic exchange worth at least $1.2 trillion. President Trump also announced economic deals totaling more than $243.5 billion between the United States and Qatar, including an historic sale of Boeing aircraft and GE Aerospace engines to Qatar Airways. The […]

Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates to Reflect Discussions with the People’s Republic of China

Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates to Reflect Discussions with the People’s Republic of China

Washington, DC…By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and […]

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