Yosemite, CA…Yosemite National Park announces Yosemite Valley and Wawona will close at Noon tomorrow, July 25, 2018, to all visitors due to the ongoing impacts of the Ferguson Fire. These closures include all hotels, campgrounds, and visitor services in Yosemite Valley and Wawona. Park visitors currently staying in park campgrounds and lodging facilities are asked […]
Washington, DC…Congressman McClintock delivered the following tribute to fallen fire fighter Braden Varney before the House of Representatives: Mr. Speaker: I rise to honor a hero of the Sierra and to mourn his tragic loss. Braden Varney, age 36, gave his life Saturday night fighting the Ferguson Fire, which continues to ravage the forests near […]
Washington, DC….Due to pressure and FOIA requests by various entities the Justice Department released heavily redacted documents. Carter Page was suspected of being an agent of the Russian Government. He has consistentely denied these allegations. Needless to say it has further enflamed (if that is possible) the battle between left and right over Russian meddleing […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Following letter has been sent to the President by Calaveras County Supervisor Dennis Mills. Dear Mr. President: I am writing to you on behalf of thousands of California citizens, farmers, business leaders, local and state elected officials, and even conservationists who are strongly opposed to a plan by the California State Water […]
Tuttletown, CA…Currently Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke along with local Congressmen Tom McClintock & Jeff Denham. are touring our local reservoirs, dams and water infrastructure. Not only do these facilities provide water for our residents, agriculture & fire fighting they also have come under increased scrutiny after the state owned Oroville Dam was stressed and triggered […]
Washington, DC…From The Aspen Institute Security Forum…The FBI Director describes the Bureau’s role in national security generally and cyberterrorism and counterintelligence specifically. Christopher Wray, Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation Moderator: Lester Holt, Anchor, NBC Nightly News
San Andreas, CA…Good Morning Calaveras in August will be on Wednesday August 1, 2018 from 7:30am – 9:00am. The Guest Speaker will be Michelle Patterson, Director Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services. The cost is only $15 per person, Includes breakfast catered by Carmen’s Cafe. RSVP by July 27. Mark Twain Medical Center, classroom 2, […]
San Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Board of Supervisors are Back In Action With a Full Agenda on July 24th. The agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 7/24/2018 8:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Call to Order Roll Call CLOSED SESSION AGENDA 1. Pursuant to […]
Big Sur, CA…The contractor made great progress in the last several days so final striping and inspection by our crews is underway. As a result, Highway 1 at Mud Creek reopened Wednesday, July 18, nearly 14 months after the massive landslide and emergency repair project. Electronic Message Signs will be changed once the highway is […]
Sacramento, CA….The California Supreme Court ruling today will effectively remove the CA Three proposition from the November Ballot. From the Court…”Time constraints require the court to decide immediately whether to permit Proposition 9 to be placed on the November 6, 2018, ballot pending final resolution of this matter. Although our past decisions establish that it […]
Johannesburg, South Africa…Former President Barack Obama spoke at the 16th Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture. Former President Barack Obama delivered a major speech, addressing inequality and other issues at the annual Mandela Lecture. This year honored the 100th birthday of the late leader who became a world wide icon. South Africa is now struggling through instances […]
Washington, DC…Thank you, everybody. Yesterday, I returned from a trip from Europe where I met with leaders from across the region to seek a more peaceful future for the United States. We’re working very hard with our allies, and all over the world we’re working. We’re going to have peace. That’s what we want; that’s […]
San Andreas, CA….The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors (AKA the Fab Five) are back in Action Today. The agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Special Meeting 7/17/2018 9:00 AM Board of Supervisors Chambers 891 Mountain Ranch Road San Andreas, CA 95249 Downloads: Agenda Agenda Packet Video Call to Order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Announcements This is […]
Washington, DC…A criminal complaint was unsealed today in the District of Columbia charging a Russian national with conspiracy to act as an agent of the Russian Federation within the United States without prior notification to the Attorney General. The announcement was made by Assistant Attorney General for National Security John C. Demers, U.S. Attorney for […]
Washington, DC..On Made in America Day and during Made in America Week, we celebrate the importance of American manufacturing, construction, agriculture, mining, and entrepreneurship to our Nation’s prosperity and economic vitality. Made in America products represent the global gold standard for quality, innovation, and craftsmanship and the output of a highly skilled workforce that is […]
Make Plans to take in one of the last concerts of one of the longest running and popular local bands. The Beer Garden at Camp Connell welcomes Chains Required! Should be a fun time, doors open at 5pm, we’ll have Wood Fired Pizza, Burgers and Beer…oh we’ll have wine, and some drink specials too!!! Dig […]
Washington, D.C….U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement today on President Trump’s meeting and press conference with Vladimir Putin in Helsinki: “Today’s press conference in Helsinki was one of the most disgraceful performances by an American president in memory. The damage inflicted by President Trump’s naiveté, […]
Helsinki, Finland….President Trump Holds a Joint Press Conference with the President of the Russian Federation
Washington, DC…Defense Secretary James N. Mattis reaffirmed the “unbreakable trans-Atlantic bond” between the United States and Europe and underscored the enduring U.S. commitment to peace and prosperity on the continent during the U.S.-Adriatic Charter defense minister’s meeting in Zagreb, Croatia. Defense Secretary James N. Mattis speaks at the U.S.-Adriatic Charter defense ministers meeting in Zagreb, […]
Washington, DC…The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Freedom’s Sentinel. Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Andrew Celiz, 32, from Summerville, South Carolina, died, July 12, in Afghanistan, of wounds sustained as a result of enemy small arms fire while conducting operations in support of a medical evacuation landing […]
Washington, DC…The Department of Defense announced today the death of an airman who was supporting Operation Inherent Resolve. Staff Sgt. James T. Grotjan, 26, of Waterford, Connecticut, died July 12 at the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Germany, from injuries sustained in a non-combat related incident July 8 at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today issued the following statement regarding the death of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Heavy Equipment Operator Braden Varney: “Anne and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Heavy Equipment Operator Braden Varney, a man who dedicated his life to protecting his […]
London, UK…The First Lady and the President arrived in London, England on Thursday afternoon. They were greeted by United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Woody Johnson; Lord-Lieutenant of Essex, Jennifer Tolhurst; Secretary of State for International Trade, The Right Honorable Liam Fox; and Chief Executive Officer of the Stansted Limited Airport, Brad Miller. The […]
Washington, DC…I am deeply sorry for the tragic loss of this young man, Braden Varney. To his wife and children go my deepest sympathy. To his fellow Cal Fire heroes, please know as you mourn your colleague, we appreciate all you do to keep us safe.
Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom at Chequers. PRIME MINISTER MAY: Well, good afternoon. And I’m pleased to welcome the President of the United States to Chequers today on his first official visit to the United Kingdom. No two countries do more together than ours to keep their people safe and prosperous. And we want to deepen […]
Mexico City, MX…Today Secretary Pompeo met with the President of Mexico Enrique Pena Nieto at the Mexican presidential palace, Los Pinos, in Mexico City, Mexico. Secretary Pompeo reaffirmed the United States’ continued commitment to working with Mexico to enhance our shared security by disrupting transnational criminal organizations. The two leaders discussed the need to reach […]
Mexico City, MX…Today Secretary Pompeo met with President-elect of Mexico Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador at the office of the MORENA political party in Mexico City, Mexico. Secretary Pompeo congratulated Mr. Lopez Obrador on his July 1 victory and said the United States looks forward to working with Mr. Lopez Obrador and his cabinet after inauguration […]
San Andreas, CA…PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING. LEAD AGENCY: Calaveras County Planning Department, 891 Mountain Ranch Rd., San Andreas, CA 95249. 2018-038 AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 17 RELATED TO FEE ADOPTION: The County proposes to amend Title 17 to modify Section 17.94.020 related to establishing Planning Department fees. The proposed amendment to Title 17 is […]
Mexico City, Mexico……MODERATOR: (Via interpreter) Good afternoon, and welcome to the Foreign Affairs Office. We are going to give a message to the media with the Secretary of State Michael Pompeo from the United States and the Chancellor Luis Videgaray Caso, if you could please say a couple of words. FOREIGN SECRETARY VIDEGARAY: Buenas tardes. […]
Washington, DC…The United States strongly condemns this week’s attacks on political candidates and their supporters in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces of Pakistan. These attacks are cowardly attempts to deprive the Pakistani people of their democratic rights. We grieve with those mourning the victims, and hope for a rapid recovery of those injured. We will […]
