Washington, DC…Nancy Reagan once wrote that nothing could prepare you for living in the White House. She was right, of course. But we had a head start, because we were fortunate to benefit from her proud example, and her warm and generous advice. Our former First Lady redefined the role in her time here. Later, […]
San Andreas, CA…The National Weather Service at 11:54pm issued a Flash Flood Warning For the Butte Fire Burn Area. This warning is in effect until 6am. The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a flash flood warning for the Butte Fire burn area in extreme south central Amador County and central Calaveras County in […]
Washington, DC…Hi, everybody. One of the things that makes America so strong is our spirit of innovation. Our drive to invent and harness new technologies to tackle our greatest challenges. It’s how we won the race to invent the lightbulb and the Internet; it’s why we were first to the Moon and Mars. It’s why […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced that he has signed the following bipartisan managed care organization (MCO) financing legislation passed by both houses of the Legislature yesterday: -AB 133 by the Committee on Budget – Budget Act of 2015. -ABX2 1 by Assemblymember Tony Thurmond (D-Richmond) – Developmental services: Medi-Cal: funding. -SBX2 2 […]
Sacramento, CA..The statewide snowpack – source of much of the California’s water supply – is only 83 percent of the March 1 average, the result of moderate precipitation since last October and relatively warm temperatures. “Mother Nature is not living up to predictions by some that a ‘Godzilla’ El Niño would produce much more precipitation […]
Mountain Ranch, CA…Completion of the Debris Removal Program is quickly approaching. The final deadline for enrollment is upon us. Anyone that has not signed is at risk of not being able to take advantage of this program and is urged to notify the Environmental Management Department at (209) 754-6399 or Butte Fire Recovery Information at […]
Angels Camp, CA…The latest schedule of road repairs and maintenance that will affect your travels in our area and as you travel. Locally crews will be working on Hwys 4, 12, 26, 49, 108 & 120. Below is Caltrans plans for repairs and maintenance on local roads. It shows the route, county and location of […]
Angels Camp, CA…This project seeks to address community design, public spaces, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and parking facilities along the city’s Highway 49 “Main Street.” The Plan will provide the tools, designs and strategies necessary to facilitate physical and policy changes to enhance multi-modal mobility, accessibility and connectivity; and enhance community identity and quality of […]
Washington, DC…Hi, everybody. This week, we continued our mission to destroy ISIL. This remains a difficult fight, and the situation in Syria and Iraq is incredibly complex. ISIL is entrenched, including in urban areas. It uses innocent civilians as human shields. Despite these challenges, I can report that we’re making progress. And this week, I […]
Arnold, CA…The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Department has released that: “Missing person Don Peterson was located and is safe. He will be checked by medics as a precaution. Thank you for your assistance. ” Our area is very lucky that we have active and committed Calaveras County Search & Rescue Teams to augment our local law […]
Mokelumne Hill, CA…Central Calaveras Fire & Rescue Protection District. Central Calaveras Fire & Rescue Protection District is expecting to have a vacancy of one board position. Interested applicants must reside in the district and be registered voters. This position is finishing a four-year term ending December 2019. Responsibilities include: Attend monthly board meetings […]
Angels Camp, CA…At the close of yesterday’s Calaveras County Board of Supervisors meeting District 4 Supervisor Debbie Ponte read the following statement. Community of Calaveras County, Today I announce that I will not be seeking reelection for a second term to the Calaveras Board of Supervisors. My decision was not easy as I enjoy the […]
Las Vegas, CA…Donald Trump picked up 30 Delegates with a convincing win last night in the Nevada Caucus. Rubio’s surge continued as he was solid number two. Cruz’s support slipped just a bit as his campaign had some missteps in the last few days leading to the resignation of his spokesman. The battle moves on….
Sutter Creek, CA – Amador County Public Health and Animal Control Departments remind residents that rabies in wildlife continues to pose a risk to pets and people. Multiple wildlife have tested positive for rabies in 2016. In February 2016, a dog tested positive for rabies after contact with a skunk. The dog did not have […]
Washington, DC…The United States of America and the Russian Federation, as co-chairs of the International Syria Support Group (ISSG) and seeking to achieve a peaceful settlement of the Syrian crisis with full respect for the fundamental role of the United Nations, are fully determined to provide their strongest support to end the Syrian conflict and […]
Calaveras County, CA… Ten volunteers from around Calaveras County were trained this past week to help residents connect with available resources from area agencies to rebuild and recover from the Butte Fire. “We have a solid, trained group so we can start moving at an accelerated pace where people will start to see and feel […]
Sonora, CA…Fire crews will begin ignitions Monday on the South Fork Prescribed Fire, units one to three, on the Mi-Wok Ranger District, Stanislaus National Forest, weather and air quality conditions permitting. The burn will be ignited in sections of one to 50 acre units located within the 186 acre South Fork Prescribed Fire project area, […]
Columbia, SC…Donald J. Trump rolls to a victory in South Carolina even after a dust up with the Pope. The Rubio Campaign is breathing a sigh of relief with a comeback performance to eek out a slim second place showing over Ted Cruz. Jeb Bush’s distant 4th place showing caused him to suspend his campaign..
Las Vegas, CA…“ Some may have doubted us, but we never doubted each other. And this one’s for you.” Hillary Clinton
Washington, DC…Hi, everybody. This week, we made it official—I’m going to Cuba. When Michelle and I go to Havana next month, it will be the first visit of a U.S. president to Cuba in nearly 90 years. And it builds on the decision I made more than a year ago to begin a new chapter […]
Morgan Hill, CA…In April 2012, the Morgan Hill Concerned Parents Association and the Concerned Parent Association (plaintiffs) filed a lawsuit against the California Department of Education (CDE). As part of the litigation, which does not directly involve any specific School District, the plaintiffs are subpoenaing student data from the CDE’s student database. Nonetheless, as a […]
New York, NY…Presidential Candidate Donald Trump is now in a war of words with well, yes…The Pope. The Donald’s response: “If and when the Vatican is attacked by ISIS, which as everyone knows is ISIS’s ultimate trophy, I can promise you that the Pope would have only wished and prayed that Donald Trump would have […]
San Andreas, CA…Each day since the Butte Fire was extinguished, many people have been working behind the scenes to restore Calaveras County to the “New Normal”. With the help and guidance of FEMA a volunteer group has been formed to work with survivors of the Butte Fire both with immediate and long term needs. This […]
Cupertino, CA…”The United States government has demanded that Apple take an unprecedented step which threatens the security of our customers. We oppose this order, which has implications far beyond the legal case at hand. This moment calls for public discussion, and we want our customers and people around the country to understand what is at […]
Angels Camp, CA…The Angels Camp City Council will hold a workshop addressing “Medical” marijuana cultivation in the city. Potential actions include: 1. Possible Action – Do nothing and accept State regulation of cultivation (regulations are not yet adopted); or 2. Direct staff to prepare an ordinance regulating medical marijuana cultivation. The fireworks get underway at […]
San Andreas CA…The Calaveras County Board of Supervisors meeting is just getting underway. Marijuana is the big, skunky, elephant in the room lately and it should take up much of the discussion today. The full agenda is below… Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 2/16/2016 10:00 AM San Andreas Town Hall 24 Church Hill Road San […]
San Andreas, CA….On Friday Head Building Official Jeff White retired after 30 years of service to Calaveras County. We had the pleasure of interviewing him on Thursday. We talked for 1/2 half hour or so on how the improvements in building codes have increased the safety of homes, will make homes to be rebuilt in […]
Bear Valley, CA…It is with great sadness, the Bear Valley Fire Department and Bear Valley Search and Rescue announce the passing of one of their members; Dave Edney. On February 13th, shortly after completing one of his notorious workouts, Dave collapsed, and in spite of the efforts of the responding medical personnel, Dave passed away. […]
Washington, DC…On behalf of the Court and retired Justices, I am saddened to report that our colleague Justice Antonin Scalia has passed away. He was an extraordinary individual and jurist, admired and treasured by his colleagues. His passing is a great loss to the Court and the country he so loyally served. We extend our […]
Marfa, TX…Antonin Scalia, Associate Justice has passed away at the age of 79. He reportedly died in his sleep last night in his hotel room while visiting Texas on a hunting trip. Justice Antonin Scalia was born in Trenton, New Jersey, March 11, 1936. He married Maureen McCarthy and has nine children – Ann Forrest, […]
